Owner's Manual ICReFTSMnN ,I ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.0 Horsepower 21" Rear Discharge Model No. 917.388061 • Espa5ol, p. 18 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rulesand Instructions before operating thisequipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.
Maintenance ...................................... 11-13 Service and Adjustments ........................ 14 Storage .............................................. 15-16 Troubleshooting ................................. 16-17 Repair Parts ....................................... 34-39 Sears Service .......................... Back Cover Warranty ................................................... 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4 Product Specifications ............................
I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting. ° Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. ° Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. ° Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc.
° Keepnuts and bolts, especially blade ° Grasscatchercomponentsare subject attachmentbolts, tight and keepequipto wear, damage,and deterioration, ment in good condition. which could expose moving parts or ° Nevertamperwith safetydevices.Check allow objectsto be thrown.Frequently their proper operationregularly. check componentsand replacewith • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or manufacturer'srecommendedparts, otherdebrisbuild-up.Cleanoilorfuelspillwhen necessary. age.Allow machineto coolbeforestoring.
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not shipped with your mower, They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.
KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature product. Learn and understand their meaning.
TO CONVERT MOWER The operationof any lawn mowercan result in foreign Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be objectsthrown into the used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging: • Lift rear door of the lawn mower and eyes, which can result in severeeye damage.Always place the grass catcher frame hooks wearsafety glasses or eye shieldswhile onto the door pivot pins. operatingyour lawn moweror performing • To convert to mulching operation, reany adjustmentsor repairs.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE _Engine ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual. _k CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on startup. 1. Be sure lawnmower is level. 2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout. 3. You receive a container of oil with the unit. Slowly pour the entire container down the oil fill spout into the engine. 4.
MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It may also be necessary to reduce ground speed and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second time. ° For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /_:;,_°_'__y AS YOU COMPLETE W S Lubrication CheckTires I_ Check Drive Wheels (Power-Propelled M_ Check for Loose Fasteners I_' l# # Clean/Inspect (If Equipped) Grass Catcher _ Clean Lawn Mower Ill' Ik/ I_ RE Clean (Power-Propelled Under DriveMowers) Cover Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade Clean Battery/Recharge IElectdc Start MowersI E t# _ v' l/ v'3 l/ Check Engine OilOilLevel Change Engine i/ v', 1_1,2 V'= i/ GI Insp
LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. Blade adapter Key ..... Blade TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. / / / \ Blade bolt washer BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level. 3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat surface.
_I, WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service and adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with the spark plug. LAWN Mowing Mounting'_ pin MOWER LOW POSITION HIGH POSITION TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual.
Operator presence control bar Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER Lower When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. 3.
3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug. • Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. _CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
TROUBLESHOOTING to a Sears Service PROBLEM Loss of power Poor cut uneven - See appropriate section in manual unless directed Center. CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Rear of mower housing or blade dragging in grass. 2. Cutting toe much grass. 3. Dirty air filter. 4. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 5. Toe much oil in engine. 6. Walking speed too fast. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Wheel heights uneven. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Excessive vibration 1.
Garantia ......................................................... 18 Reglas de Seguridad ................................ 18-20 Especificaciones del Producto ....................... 20 Montaje / Pre-Operaci6n ............................... 22 Operaci6n ................................................. 23-26 Mantenimiento .......................................... 27-30 GARANTfA LIMITADA DE DOS AltOS Programa de Mantenimiento ......................... 27 Servicio y Adjustes ..............................
I, OPERAClON * Antesdeempezar, debefamiliarizarsecompletamente con los controles y el uso correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer y comprender todas las instrucciones que aparecen en la maquina yen los manuales de operaciSn. , No ponga las manos o los pies cerea o debajo de las partes rotatorias. Mant_ngase siempre lejos de la abertura de la descarga. , Permita que solamente las personas responsables que est#n famitiarizadas con Ias instrucciones operen la maquina.
• Nuncamanipuledeformaindebidalos dispositivos deseguridad. Controleregularmentesufuncionamiento correcto. • Mantengala m_quinaIibredehierba,hojas u otrasacumulaciones dedesperdicio. Limpielosderramesdeaceiteo combustible. Permitaquela m_quinase enfrie antes de almacenarla. • Pare e inspeccione el equipo si le pega a un objeto. RepArelo, si es necesario, antes de hacerlo arrancar. • En ning_n caso hay que regular la altura de las ruedas mientras el motor est_ en marcha.
Estos accesorios estaban disponibles cuando se produjo la segadora. No son facilitados junto al cortacesped. Tambi_n est_n disponibles en la mayor[a de las tiendas de Sears yen los centros de servicio. Algunos de estos accesorios tal vez no se apliquen a su segadora.
Barra de conlroI c Lea estas instrucciones y este manual completamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Este cortac_sped viene SIN ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor. Mango superior Mango Inferior Su segadora nueva ha sido montada en la f_brica con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que se dejaron sin montar pot razones de envio. Todas las partes eomo las tuercas, las arandeIas, los pernos, etc.
FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENOY LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPARAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para famitiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. w ,,, Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura producto. Aprenda y comprenda sus significados.
PARA CONVERTIR LA SEGADORA Su segadora fue enviada lista para usarse como acolchadora de capa vegetal. Para convertir la a una operaci6n de ensacado: • Levantar la puerta trasera de cortac_sped y colocar los ganchos del armaz6n de Ia recolectora de hierba en Ios pasadores del quicio de la puerta. • Para pasar a la opercai6n de acolchamiento, remover la recolectora de hierba y cerrar la _lLpuerta trasera.
ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR AGREGUE ACEITE Su segadora fue enviada sin aceite en el motor. Para el tipo y el grado del aceite a utilizar, vea el "MOTOR" en la secci6n del Mantenimiento de este manual. _PRECAUCI(_N: NO sobrellene el motor con de aceite rellenador de gasolina aceite, o fumar& pesa demante del silenciador cuando Io valla a arrancar. Aseg=3rese que la segadora est6 nivelada. Remueva la varila medidora de aceite del tubo de desarga de aceite. 3.
CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR • Bajo ciertas condiciones, tal como c6sped muy alto, puede ser necesario el elevar la altura del corte para reducir el esfuerzo necesario para empujar la segadora y para evitar sobrecargar el motor, dejando montones de recortes de c_sped. Puede que sea necesario reducir la velocidad del recorrido y/o haga funcionar la segadora sobre el Area por segunda vez.
PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTO //// v. S Lubdcaci6n Controlar losneumdticos Controlar lasrusdasrnotricos I_ (segadoras Revisarsi hay consujetadoros poder propulsor) sueRos V' _ ,; / ,p _.
SEGADORA Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cuando haga el mantenimiento. IMPORTANTE: El perno de la cuchilla es tratado a calo. Si es necesario sustituir los pemos, sustituirlos s61o con pernos aprobados mostrados en la secci6n Partes de Reparaci6n de este manual. LLANTAS • Mantenga las llantas sin gasolina, aceite o substancias qu[micas para control de insectos que pueden dai_ar la goma.
5. MOTOR LUBRICACI(_N Use solamente aceite de detergente de alta calidad clasificado con la clasificaci6n SF-SJ de servicio API. Seleceione la ealidad de viscosidad SAE segt]n su temperatura de operaci6n esperada. 6. 7. 8. AVISO: A pesar de que los aceites de multiviscosidad (5W30, 10W30, etc.
BUJ|A Cambie el bujfa al comienzo de cada temporada de siega o despu6s de cada 100 horas de operaci6n, Io que suceda primero. El tipo de bujfa y el ajuste de la abertura aparecen en "ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO" secci6n de este manual. • Haga descansar la segadora en su lado. Asegt_rese que el filtro de aire y que el carburador queden mirando hacia arriba. Limpie la parte inferior de su segadora rasp_ndola para remover la acumulaci6n de c_sped y basura.
MOTOR VELOCIDAD DEL MOTOR La velocidad del motor ha side ajustada en la f_brica. No trate de aumentar la velocidad del motor pues se pueden producir lesiones personales. Si cree que el motor est& funcionando demasiado rApido o demasiado lento, Ileve su segadora a mas con su centre de servicio Sears o con un otro centre de servicio cualificado. CARBURADOR Su carburador tiene un chorro principal fijo no ajustable para controlar la mezcla.
• Vaciareldep6sitodelcarburante poniendo enmarchaelmotory dej#,ndolo funcionar hastaqueel carburante terminey el carburador est_vacfo. • Nuncauselosproductosparalimpiezadel carburador o delmotorenel estanquede combustible puesse puedenproducirdafios permanentes. • Usecombustible nuevola pr6ximatemporada. ClLINDRO 1. Remueva la bujfa. 2. Vacfe una onza (29 ml) de aceite a tray,s del agujero de la bujfa en el cilindro. 3. Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente unas cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite. 4.
SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual amenos que estd dirigido a un centro de servico Sears. PROBLEMA Falta de fuerza Mal cortedisparejo Vibracion excesiva Cordbn arrancador dificil de tirar CORRECCI()N CAUSA 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada o suelta. 2. Altura de las ruedas dispareja. 3. Velocidad del motor lenta. 4. Acumulaci6n de c_sped, hojas o basura debajo de la segadora. 5. Demasiado aceite en motor. 6. Velocidad de recorrido demasiado rApida. 1.
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