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SEARS
MODEL NUMBER 917.374590
OWNER'S MANUAL
Assembly
Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
Service
• Adjustments
®Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
145153 REV. 1 06/29/94 Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING CAUTION: ALWAYSDISCONNECTSPARKPLUGWIREAND PLACEWIREWHERE ITCANNOTCONTACT SPARK REFA,RS IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUM- STANCES. TRAINING: Always stop the blade whenever you leave or are not using Read this
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS Mower. it has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 5.5 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. DISPLACEMENT: !2.6 CU. IN. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 QUARTS remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Service Center/Department. We have competent, well- trained technicians and the proper tools to service
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 15 PRODUCT SPECiFICATiONS ...................................... 3 STORAGE ................................................................... 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLITiES ..................... 31 12-14 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 31 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3
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LAWN ACCESSORI These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also ayailable at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of you r lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower. ENGINE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AiR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OiL STAB_UZER © if Eawn mower is an electric start LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE DUST SHIELD CLIPPING DEFLECTOR REAR BAG OPTIONA
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ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn CONTROLBAR mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled UPPERHANDLE for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tight
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ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS CATCHER (See Figs. 3A thru 4) = To assemble tubular frame to grass bag, work sewn hem of bag out through the front opening of bag to expose the hem. • Thread tubular frame into hem and gather material at TUBULAR FRAME top of frame as shown. (Push inside Push frame inside bag through the opening until only bag) the ends of frame ere exposed out of the front. NOTE: Do not close the flip lid at this time. Assemble lower frame to tubular frame as shown. Be sure
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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. STARTER BUTTON ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR DRIVE CONTROL LEVER AUXILIARY STARTER HANDLE CABLE CLIPS HANDLE KNOB GASOLINE CAP GRASS CATCHER SPEED CONTROL DRIVE COVER MULCHER PLATE (ON EACH WHEEL) ENGIN
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OPERATION NOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plate in pmaeeand door ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER deflector or grasscatcher in place. closed or without an approved clipping Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open. ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 5) The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine. Fast (@) position is for starting the engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Slow LOWER
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OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE FILLER CAP OiL (See Fig. 9) Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine. ENGINE OIL CAP • Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean. W/DIPSTICK • Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to the full line on the dipstick. . Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this manual. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to full
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OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND MAX 1/3 TRASH. SEE "CLEANING" IN CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (b
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners _/' I' _='_"_ ..... Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) $_4 !4# Clean Lawn Mower ft## Inspect!Clean Drive Wheels (Self-Propelled Mowers) _ if Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade _ 3 Lubrication Chart _ Clean Battery/Recharge (Electric Sta_,Mowers) !/4 Check Engine Oil Level if' Change Engine Oil I I Clean Air Filter Inspect Muffler Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filt
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CUSTOMER RESPONS BILITIES LAWN MOWER CRANK= BLADE -_AFT Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- KEYWAY nance. TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber. o Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Re- place bent or damaged blades. 'CRANK= SHAFT TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. 11) HARDENED • Disconnect spark plug wire from spar
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CUSTOME RESPONS BILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES CONTAINER RG. t2 °F -20° 0_ 30_ 32° 40_ 60" 80" 100° TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTfCrPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) TURN improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils CLOCKWISE will result in increased oi
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SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: = Release control bar. b" 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 CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual. REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of DRIVE your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possi
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;ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 15 Thru 17) SHIPPING POSITION Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH mowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and tow. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position. To change from medium low to medium high position, the upper and lower handle sections will have to be turned over (See Fig. 15B). Remove the controls and operator presence control bar from the
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SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. Ifyou believe that the engine is running too fast or tee slow_ takeyourlawnmowertoanauthorized service center for repair and adjustment. 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 servi
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGINE 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 LAWN MOWER DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED a c
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REPAIR PARTS 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.374590 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 17 15 10 14 10 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 1 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 13 86447 Plug 2 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 14 137050 Helica! Gear 3 137053 Shifter 15 750436X Clutch Jaw 4 57072 Seal 16 750369 Grease 5 702710 Grooved Pin 1/8 x 5/8 17 12000003 E-Ring 6 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (includes Key 18 850848 Hi-Pro Key Nos. 4, 5, and 7) 19 81585X004 Spring
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REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 9!7.374590 25 31 6 \ 10 35 22 29 67 39 32 55 J_o O 37 68 62 ._ 40 47 27 26 34 32 30 29 28
