Owner's Manual ICRAFTSMAN'I 6.75 HORSEPOWER 21" REAR DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.388621 • • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Espa_ol Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.
Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ........................................ 2-4 Assembly ................................................ 6 Operation ............................................. 6-9 Maintenance Schedule ........................ 10 Maintenance .................................... 10-13 Product Specifications.......................... 11 Service and Adjustments...................... 14 Storage ............................................
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel ddves, walks, or roads. • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before de_ming the mower or unclogging the chute. • Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while u_der the influence of elcahoI or drugs. • Never operate machine in wet grass.
ALook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!I! BECOME ALERTlll YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. £ CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transpor_ng, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
Read these instructionsand this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your now 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. All parts such as nuts, washers, belts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
KNOWYOUR LAWNMOWER READ THISOWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswith 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 supplied with the product.
Theoperation ofanylawn mower canresultinforeign objects thrown intothe eyes,whichcanresultin severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see =ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this manual. 1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill is clean. 2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate reading.
MOWlNGTIPS • Under certain conditions, suchasvery tallgrass, itmaybenecessary toraise theheight ofcuttoreduce pushing effortandtokeepfrom ovedoading the • • • • • • engine and leaving dumps 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 cot by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
eEOOL S V,O0 Check lor Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher IfEquipped) V' I/ I_ _ f/' I_ Vs M Clean Lawn MoWer O (Power*Propelled Clean Under DriVeMowers Cover ! Check ddve belt/ ulleys IE _ower'ProP etl_PMowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade I,/ I_ I Lubdcation Ch_rt Clean BaitePj/RechaLme Electdc Stad Mowers'_ _ i it/ _ it/4 g E N G Check Engine Oil Level Chan_e EnQine Oil Clean Air Filter lt_ I_t_ I_ 2 I Insl_ Muffler N Clean or Replace Spark Plug E IV/ I_ Replace Air
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF PURCHASE: GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): OIL CAPACITY: SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG (GAP: .045") BLADE BOLT TORQUE: CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RJtgLM4 35-40 FT. LBS. The model and sedal numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing. Record beth sedal number and date of purchase in the space provided above.
TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care shouldbe taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or The engine. blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, ddve a nail into a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed. Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail.
AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every year or after every 100 hours of operation, more often if you mow in very dusty,dirty conditions. Do not wash air filter. TO CHANGE AIR FILTER 1. Remove the air filter by turning clockwise to the stop and pull away from collar. 2. Remove filter from inside of cover. 3. Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation. 4. Insert new filter into cover. 5.
ACAUTION: Before performing any service or 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 where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST cUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual.
Immediately prepare yourlawnmower for storage attheend of the season or if the pin unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thomaghly, 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.
CYLINDER 1. Remove spark plug, 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. 3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug, OTHER • Do not store gasoflne from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your con starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your unit indoorsand cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Starter rope hard topull CHART CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is release( 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 3, Blade adapter broken. 4. Blade dragging in grass. Sraas catcher _otfllllng (ifao Klulpped ) !Hardtopush I. Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Replace blade adapter. 4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface. 1. Cutting height too low. 2.
CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.
CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.
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