SWAINS ® MODEL NUMBER 917.
SAFETY RULES PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGWIRE ANDPLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK REPA,RS. IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLSTO MINIMIZETHE RISK OFINJURY. YOUR UNITIS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, TRAINING: • • Read this operator's manual carefully.
PRODUCT CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn Mower It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service CentedDepartmenL We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this lawn mower_ Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mow
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIB|LITIES ...................... 3,12-15 WARRANTY ................................................................... 3 ASSEMBLY .................................................................... 6 OPERATION .................................................................. 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................
LAWN MOWER These accessories were available when this lawn mower was producedr They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower.
ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. 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 All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.
ASSEMBLY TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: REAR BAGGING (See Fig_ 3A) = Open rear door and remove mulcher plate. mulcher plate in a safe place. MULCHER PLATE Store You can now install grass catcher To convert to mulching or discharging operation, install mulcher plate into rear discharge opening of mower, making sure all tabs are seated properly. SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig. 3B) - FIG.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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= DRIVE CONTROL OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR LEVER DRIVE SPEED CONTROL STARTER LEVER HANDLE HANDLE KNOB GRASS BAG GASOLINE MULCHER FILLER CAP PLATE NTROL LEVER PRIMER 4 ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK SIDE DISCHARGE GUARD FIG.
OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL ENGINE SPEED (See LEVER Fig. 7) The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine_ Fast ('_) position is for starting engine, normal cutting and better grass bagging Slow (._) posi _ tion is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy. ENGINE & ZONE CONTROL CAUTION: Federal regulations require an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury.
OPERATION GROUND DRIVE FOUR SPEEDS (See Fig. 10) DRIVE CONTROL OPERATOR ENGAGED CONTROL BAR Your lawn mower provides four (4) speeds to let you select the speed that suits you best The drive speed control lever can be changed while you are mowing. Speeds 1 and 2 are found when the engine speed control (red) lever is in low (._=_)position.
OPERATION MOWING • TIPS Undercertain 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 • For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut and raise the rear of the lawn mower housing one (1) wheel adjuster setting higher than the front for better discharge of grass.
CUSTOMER RESPONSJ MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE __ _ ILITIES _ _ _ _ REGULAR SERV,CE Check for Loose Fasteners OO (If Clean/Inspect Equipped) Grass Catcher Inspect/Clean Drive Wheels Clean Lawn Mower (Self-Propelled Mowers) Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade R _ _ _ 6/ _ _ 6#4 _a Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge (Electric Start Mowers) E N G Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oi! clean Air Filter Inspect Muffler _ _ _4 _ _ 1_1,2 _2 !## _____ N Replace Spark Plug E 1 2 3 4 Replace Air Filte
CUSTOMER RESPONSmBILITmES LAWN MOWER BLADE ADAPTER Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance, ,,.. _ 7 , CRANKSHAFT KEYWAY 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.
CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES DRIVE WHEELS (See Fig. 15) LOCKNUT Check rear drive wheels each time you mow to be sure they move freely The wheels net turning freely means trash, grass cuttings, etc. may be inside the drive wheel and dust cover area and must be cleaned out to free drive wheels. \ WAVE WASHER I _'_ w.S.ER k If necessary to clear] the drive wheels, check both rear wheels . Remove hubcaps.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBmLmTmES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG_ Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature, SAE VISCOSITY GRADES "20 = TEMPERATURE 0° 30" 32 ° 40° RANGE ANTICIPATED 60 _ I 80' 100" CONTAINER BEFORE NEXT O_L CHANGE FIG. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.
ERVmCE _k I ,_ AOJUSTMENT$ ! ° Release control bar and stop engine. o Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: I o Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO REIVIOVE/REPLACE Figs. LOCKNUT DRIVE BELT (See 19-22) TOP HOOKS Lift rear door and remove grass bag It will be helpful if you temporarily block the rear door open.
=ill SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST DRIVE CONTROL 2-1/2" (See Figs.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Fig. 25) HANDLE ADJUSTMENT The handle on your lawn mower has three (3) height positions - adjust to height that suits you.
STORAGE ENGUNE 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, FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE.
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REPAIR CRAFTSMAN 22" POWER-PROPELLED LAWN MOWER 9'17.373460 \ \ KEY NO, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PART NO. 48251 751837 751834 751828 751829 751830 751831 751840 128218 128219 DESCRIPTION Control Head Kit (lncL Ref.
REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER- -MODEL NO. 917.
REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN KEY NO. 60 t 2 6 7 8 9 10 13 !4 15 t6 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 30 31 32 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 PART NO. 7OO618 63601 851185 701036 141106 701050 63601 751266 132001 701162 74350424 87692 54583 132670X479 141104 85692 131959 66426 85827 750579X479 STD541431 752183 752100X479 752102X479 73510400 750619 750620 128554 750674 851639 750672X479 851552 752295 85463 77400 85179 52160 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER- -MODEL DESCRIPTION KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER- -MODEL NO. 917.373460 50 26 62 6O 61 22 13 14 3O 64 lo.. 16 27 "-- Io 4_ 4 26 _ 19 59 _r.
REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN KEY NO. I'O 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 PART NO.
CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.
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CRAFTSMAN CARBURETOR 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.945504 NO. 632681 25 _, REF PART NO, NO. _'_ 44_ 40 / i -- 632681 1 2 4 5 6 7 16 25 27 28 29 30 631615 631767 631184 631183 632504 650506 631775 631867 631024 632019 631028 631021 31 35 35A 40 44 48 631022 36045 632647 632682 27110 631027 DESCRIPTION Carburetor, Complete (Includes Ref.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Loss of power Poorcut*uneven CORRECTION CAUSE Does not start POINTS 2 3 4 Dirty air filter Out of fuel Stale fuel.
® 8EA/RS OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.373460 5.5 HORSEPOWER 22" POWER PROPELLED 3 IN ONE CONVERTIBLE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model number_ gine has its own model number_ Each en- The model number for' your lawn mower will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing The model number for your engine will be found on the blower' housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co.
