® MODEL NUMBER 917.
SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGWIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsmen Lawn Mower It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance_ Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service CentedDepartment. Sears has competent well trained techn cans and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower properly.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................. 2 PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS ........................ 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILITiES ...... 3, 10-12 WARRANTY ................................................... 3 LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES ................... 5 ASSEMBLY .................................................... 6 OPERATION ................................................... 7 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .................. 13 STORAGE ..................................................
LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service center& Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
i,,11 ASSEMBLY Your lawn mower has been assembled at the factory except for the grass catcher bag and the grass catcher frame TO REMOVE CARTON OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR LAWN MOWER FROM LIFT UP Remove loose parts included with mower. Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel down flat. Remove all packing mater tats except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle.
OPEBATmON KNOW VOUB LAWN MOWEB 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.
OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plate In place and door latch in locked position or approved clipping deflector or grasscatcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open. & -NGINE ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER SPEED (See Fig. 4) PRIMER The engine speed is controlled by a lever (red knob) located on the side of the engine "HIGH" (.
OPEBATmO TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cuL Wheels are set in low cut for shipping, Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements_ Medium position is best for most lawns. LOWER WHEELS FOR HIGH CUT RAISE WHEELS FOR LOW CUT To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your requirements. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting_ BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 9) A 20 oz.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBmLJTIES OA,.TE.A.OESO.EOO'E AS¥OOCOMP, mE REGULAR SERVICE ..........
CUSTOMER LST E$ LAWN MOWER CRANKSHAFT& BLADE ADAPTER DETAIL BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte o nance. 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 CARE ADAPTER KEY For best results, mowerblade must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades. BOLT CRANKSHAFT KEYWAY CAUTION: gerous.
CUSTOMER RESPON$1BIL TJE$ 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. CONTAINER RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES oF .20 _ °C -29 ° 0o -180 320 0° 60 ° 16° 80° 27 ° FIG. 11 100° 38 ° BACK PLATE CARTRIDGE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.
SERVICE CAUTION: ADJUSTMENTS; BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: o o Release control bar. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CU'I-i'ING See "TO ADJUST CUTTING section of this manual.
SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS ENGgNE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR TOPNO LOAD (See Fig. 15 ) Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. The air cleaner and air' cleaner cover must be assembled to carburetor when running. IDLE SPEED ADJUS_NG SCREW INITIAL ADJUSTMENTWith the engine not running, gently turn idle mixture screw clockwise until it just closes. Screw may be damaged by turning it in too far.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 16 Thru 18) SHIPPING Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your mewing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medkJm low and low. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position. POSITION MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH To change from medium low to medium high position, the upper and lower handle sections will have to be turned over (See Fig.
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 JS 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Does not start CAUSE POINTS CORRECTION Dhly 2. 3r 4. air fi]terr Out of fuel, Stole fuel. Water in fuel 1 2. 3, 4 5, 6. 7. 8 9, Spark plug wire is disconnected Bad spark plug Loose blade or broken blade adapter Control bar In releasedposition Control bardefectlve 5 6, 7 8, 9 Clean/replace air filter, Fillfuel tank.
® OWNER'S MANUAL 5.0 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR DISCHARGE POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each Lawn Mower has its own model number. engine has its own model number'. MODEL NO. 917.374670 Each The model number for your' lawn mower will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.
