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Owner's Manual
[RRFTXMI:IN"
6.0 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.387402
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• _Maintenance
• EspaSol
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11 Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 13 Assembly 4 Storage 15 Operation 6 Troubleshooting 16 Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 34 Maintenance 10 Parts Ordering Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubdcated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in mat
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• Dress properly. Do not operate mower • Never cut grass by pulling the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. towards you. Mow across the face of Wear only solid shoes with good traction slopes, never up and down or you might when mowing. lose your footing. Do not mow exces- • Check fuel tank before starting engine. sively steep slopes. Use caution when Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the operating the mower on uneven terrain engine is running or when the engine is or when changing dir
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These accessories were available when this order repair parts for you, when you provide lawn mower was produced. They are also the model number of your lawn mower. available at most Sears retail outlets and Some of these accessories may not apply service centers. Most Sears stores can also to your lawn mower. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CUF.OOEFL,C,O. t-- r FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS STABILIZER REAR DISCHARGE SIDE DISCHARGE _ GRASS FOR CATCHERS _ GRASS FOR CATCHERS _ LAWN MOWERS LAWN
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TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Operator presence Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or Upper handle discharging: Lift up • Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place. • You can now install catcher or optional Mowing clipping deflector. position Lower • To return to mulching operation, install handle mulcher plug into discharge opening of mower. Mulcher plug 4,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plug in place or
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND 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 supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS OR WARNING ON OFF ANG FEET AWAY e control bar Sta
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Theoperation ofanylawn mower can resultin Lower Wheels for High Cut foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. Raise Wheels for Low Cut HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL • Close the flip lid. Rip lid must be dosed while operati
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TO START ENGINE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL • To start a cold engine, push pnmer three (3) times before trying to start. Use a firm push. Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the This step is not usually necessary when engine. starting an engine which has already run for • Be sure mower is level and area around oil a few minutes. fill is clean. • Hold operator presence control bar down to • Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line the handle and pull starter handle quickly. on the dip
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MULCHING MOWING TIPS • For best results,adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts IMPORTANT:Forbestperformance, keep off only the top one-third of the grass blades. mowerhousing freeofbuilt-up grassandtrash. If the lawn is overgrown it wigbe necessary Clean UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing after each use. See "Cleaning" in effort and to keep from overloading the MAINTENANCE section of this manual. engine and leaving dumps of mulched •
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/,-,?._-j You Checkfor Loose Fasteners I lip 4 Cleardlnspect Grass Catcher Ii/ ! ll/ (If Equipped) lJ' !/ M Clean LawnMower IPower-PropelledMowem) !/* wO Ctean Under Ddve Cover Check drive belt/pulleys E (Power-Propelled Mowers) I1_ ChaddSh_n/Replace Blade _3 LubrtcaUon Chart t/ Clean Bsttary/Recharge IElectdc Start Mowers_ ll/ 1_4 E Check En_lineOil Level _' N Chan_e Engine Oil I_i_ G clean Air Filter I_ 2 I Inspect Muffler N Clean or Replace Spark Plug 1/ E Replace AirFiltar PaperCartridge 1_2
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.387402 ;ERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: 6.0 DISPLACEMENT." 11.5 CU. IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004" - .008" EXHAUST: .004" - .008" SOLID STATE IGNITION AIR GAP: .0125 IN. BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS. • The model and serial numbers will be found on a dec
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IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat NOTE: Although multi--viscosity oils treated. (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi--viscosity oils TO SHARPEN BLADE will result in increased oil consumption NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening when used above 32°F. Check your blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is engine oil level more frequently to avoid balanced. possible engine damage from running low Care should be taken to keep the blade on oil. balanced. An unbalanced
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CLEANING thecartridge. Donot oilcartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep cartridge. mower housing free of built--up grass and • Install cartridge, then replace cover trash. Clean underside of mower housing making sure the tabs are aligned with after each use. the slots in the back plate. Fasten •,CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire screw securely. Back from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug. Slots • Cl
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• To change from medium low to low Sewn hem position, only the lower handle section will have to be turned over. tubular frame Shipping Position Medium High Flip lid Lower frame be fully (Frame_ must Lower Handle Tubular frame Squeeze to Handle remove Bracket Mounting Iowe_ pin Hairpin Clip ENGINE CARBURETOR TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed • Insert leg of tubular frame through front main jet for mixture control. If your engine opening of grass catcher and thr
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Immediately prepare your lawn mower for ENGINE storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit FUELSYSTEM will not be used for 30 days or more IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum LAWN MOWER deposits from forming in essential fuel system When lawn mower is to be stored for a period pads such as carburetor, fuel filter,fuel hose, of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, or tank during storage. Also, experience grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. indicates that alcohol blend
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• 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 rest. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm. A, CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIO
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Rear of lawn mower housing • Set to "Higher Cut" or cutting blade dragging position. in heavy grass. • Cutting too much grass. • Set to "Higher Cut" position. • Dirtyairfilter. • Clean/replace air filter. ,o Buildupof grass,leaves, • Clean underside of mower andtrash undermower. housing. • Check oil level. • Too muchoilin engine. • Walkingspeedtoo fast. • Cut at slower walking speed. Poorcut-uneven •Wom, bent or loose blade. • Replac
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CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.387402 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 86902 Control Bar 35 87877 SelectorKnob 2 165451X479 Upper Handle 36 700331X004 SelectorSpring 3 150425 MulchorPlug 37 145935X004 AxleArmAssembly 4 132001 Rope Guide 38 62335 Belleville Washer 5 157081X479 Lower Handle 39 142748 ShoulderBolt 7 131959 Handle Bolt 40 151162 Wheal andTire Assembly 8 66426 WiraTie 41 151161 Wheel 9 51793 Halqoin Cotter 42 83923 Hsx Range Loolmut 10 136376
