SEARS ® MODELNUMBER917.383223 OWNER'SMANUAL .AssemWy *Operation -Maintenance -Service *Adjustments .Repair Parts Caution: Readand Follow all SafetyRules and Instructions BeforeOperating ThisEquipment _ " '"""'" '"'"" 'lll"l' ...........
SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS WHERE IT CANNOT A DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL , R+ING WHEN T ANSPOR+,NG. AD+US+,NG +O YOUR LAWN MOWER _, IMPORTANT FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE BLADE STOP CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF BLADE CONTACT INJURY. "(OUR LAWN MOWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS° DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman 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 Service Center/Department. We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. i_l ,111 HORSE iii ................................... POWER: 3.5 DISPLACEMENT: 9.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ..................... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...... CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .......... WARRANTY ......................... MOWER ACCESSORIES ................. ASSEMBLY ..................... OPERATION ....................... MAINTENANCE ................ 2 3 3 3 5 5,6 7-10 11,12 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ........... 13 STORAGE ....................... 14 SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS .......... 15 REPAIR PARTS-MOWER ............... 16,17 REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE .............
ii iiiii J_ LAWNMOWERACCESSORIES These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced, They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, cata!og and service centers, Most Sears stores can 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. ENGINE ii MUFFLER SPARK PLUG AIR FILTER GASCAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER © If lawn mower is an electric start LAWN MOWERPERFORMANCE ..... _m.__.Ju.
ASSEMBLY Your lawn mower has been assembled at the fac- tory except for the Grass Catcher Bag and the Grass Catcher Frame° TO REMOVE LAWNMOWERFROMCARTON • Cut down the corners of the carton and lay ends and sides down flat. • Cut the plastic wrapping and remove Handles and lawn mower_ from over e Remove Catcher Frame, Fabric Bag and Oil Bottle from top of lawn mower_ o Lift lawn mower off of shipping base and check carton for loose parts.
OPERATION KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER 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.
hOWTOUSEYOURLAWNMOWER .................................. ............ ,.... ENGINESPI_EDCONTROL ENGINE SPEED CONTR The engine speed is controlled by a lever (red knob) located on the right side of the engine. "HIGH" position is for starting engine, normal cutting and better grass bagging. "LOW" poslhon isfor light cuffing, trimming and fuel economy (See F_g. 5)° TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER o To remove Grass Catcher, release Operator Presence Control Bar to stop engine.
............ 'I . i ii,!l,I.... OPERAION BEFORE STARTINGENGINE(CONT'D) GAS: • Fill gasoline tank with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASOLINE. BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERFILL TANK (SEE FIG. 8). WARNING: 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.
OPERAr!ON .......... r.,--_-- _ ' ' ' I'"" _'---- " -- -- ----'----J ----' " "-- .... : -- r_nlll L _1 MOWINGTIPS • Under certain conditions, suchas 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.
MAINTENANCE ........................ ' .......................... I I I"l'l I I"ll'lmllll GENERAL RECOMMENDATION * Once a year you should replace the Spark Plug, Air Filter and check Blade for wear. A new Spark Plug and Air Filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer° , You should check al! fasteners and be sure they are tighL o Follow the Service Recommendation Schedule on page 15. LAWNMOWER BLADE/BLADE ADAPTER CARE FIG.
ENGINE TO CHANGEOIL (WARMOIL DRAINSBETTER) _uTIoN: DISCONNECTSPARKPLUGWIRE FROM I SPARKPLUGAND PLACEWIRE WHEREIT CANNOT I COME IN CONTACTWITH SPARKPLUG. I ' ,i,, ,.....
SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENT CARBURETOR Your Carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet •for mixture control_ If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected Carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to an authorized Sears Service Center for repair and adjustment. ENGIHESPEED Your engine speed has been factory set_ Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury.
STORAGE Your lawn mower and engine should be prepared for off-season storage as follows: LAWNMOWER " Clean underside of Lawn Mower Housing. (See "Cleaning" in maintenance section of manual.) • Inspect and replace/sharpen Blade, if required (See "Blade/Blade Adapter Care" in maintenance section of manual)_ o Hose Grass Catcher off with water and let dry before storing. • Lubricate as shown in Service Recommendation chart on page 15 of manual.
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS J SERVICE RECORD SCHEDULE Fill in dates as you complete regular service First 2 Hours Every 10 Every 25 Hours Hours SERVICE DATES Every Use Blade Checked Blade Replaced (Sharpened) EngineOi! ii' Change Engine Off Check II' Air Cleaner ,, ,,, Spark Plug Replaced II Lubricate Lawn Mower Cleaning ii Grass Catcher (i,! applicable) Muffler - ,,,,,,, CHECK LUBRICATION CHART O SAE 30 Q SPRAY BRAKE SPRING MOTOR OIL (lOW 30) LUBRICANT BRACKET ENGINE HANDLE
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