Craftsman 917.374803 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

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ROTARY LAWN MOWER

6.5 Horsepower

Power-Propelled

21" Multi-Cut

Model No.

917.374803

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CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ................................................... 2

Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4

Product Specifications .............................. 4

Assembly /Pre-Operation ..................... 5-6

Operation ............................................ 7-12

Maintenance Schedule ........................... 13

Maintenance ...................................... 13-16

Service and Adjustments ................... 16-18

Storage .............................................. 18-19

Troubleshooting ................................. 19-20

Repair Parts ....................................... 40-47

Sears Service .......................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,

lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the

owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty

applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower

blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest Sears

Parts & Repair Center in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product

is used in the United States.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck And Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-

ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious

injury or death.

_¢ILook for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONN! BECOME ALERT!N

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

&WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot come in con-

tact with plug.

Ai:IWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

Ai:IWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and lead

compounds, chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

_, CAUTION: Muffler and other engine

parts become extremely hot during

operation and remain hot after engine has

stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact,

stay away from these areas.

1.GENERAL OPERATION

• Read,understand,andfollowall

instructionsonthe machineandin the

manual(s)beforestarting.Bethoroughly

familiarwiththecontrolsandthe proper

useof themachinebeforestarting.

• Donotput handsorfeet nearorunder

rotatingparts.Keepclearof thedis-

chargeopeningat alltimes.

• Onlyallowresponsibleindividuals,who

are familiarwith the instructions,to oper-

atethe machine.

• Cleartheareaof objectssuchas rocks,

toys,wire,bones,sticks,etc., which

couldbe pickedup andthrownbythe

blade.

• Besuretheareaisclearof otherpeople

beforemowing.Stopmachineifanyone

entersthearea.

• Donotoperatethemowerwhenbare-

footorwearingopensandals.Always

wearsubstantialfootwear.

• Donotpullmowerbackwardsunless

absolutelynecessary.Alwayslookdown

and behindbeforeandwhile moving

backwards.

• Donotoperatethemowerwithout

properguards,plates,grasscatcheror

other safetyprotectivedevicesin place.

• Seemanufacturer'sinstructionsfor

properoperationandinstallationof

accessories.Onlyuse accessoriesap-

provedbythemanufacturer.

• Stoptheblade(s)whencrossinggravel

drives,walks,or roads.

• Stoptheengine(motor)wheneveryou

leavetheequipment,beforecleaningthe

moweror uncloggingthechute.

• Shuttheengine(motor)offandwait until

the bladecomesto completestopbefore

removinggrasscatcher.

• Mowonly in daylightorgood artificial

light.

• Do notoperatethemachinewhile under

the influenceof alcoholor drugs.

• Neveroperatemachineinwetgrass.

Alwaysbe sureof yourfooting:keepa

firm holdonthe handleandwalk;never

run.

• Disengagetheself-propelledmech-

anismordriveclutchon mowersso

equippedbeforestartingthe engine

(motor).

• Ifthe equipmentshouldstart to vibrate

abnormally,stopthe engine(motor)and

check immediatelyforthe cause.Vibra-

tion is generallya warningof trouble.

• Alwayswearsafetygogglesor safety

glasseswith sideshieldswhenoperating

11.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip

and fall accidents which can result in

severe injury. All slopes require extra cau-

tion. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not

mow it.

DO:

• Mow across the face of slopes: never

up and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced foot-

ing could cause slipping.

111.CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Never assume

that children will remain where you last

saw them.

• Keep children out of the trimming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and while walking backwards,

look behind and down for small children.

• Never allow children to operate the ma-

chine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running.

Allow engine to cool before refueling.

Do not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine (motor) running. Disconnect the

spark plug wire, and keep the wire away

mower. 3fromthe plugto prevent accidentalstarting.

• Keepnutsand bolts,especiallyblade

attachmentbolts,tightandkeepequip-

mentin goodcondition.

• Nevertamperwithsafetydevices.Check

their properoperationregularly.

• Keep machinefree of grass, leaves,or

otherdebrisbuild-up.Cleanoilorfuelspill-

age.Allowmachinetocoolbeforestoring.

• Stopandinspectthe equipmentif you

strikean object.Repair,if necessary,

beforerestarting.

• Neverattempttomakewheelheightadjust-

mentswhiletheengine(motor)isrunning.

• Grasscatchercomponentsare subject

towear,damage,anddeterioration,

whichcouldexposemovingpartsor

allowobjectsto bethrown.Frequently

checkcomponentsandreplacewith

manufacturer'srecommendedparts,

whennecessary.

• Mowerbladesaresharpandcan cut.

Wrapthe blade(s)or weargloves,and

useextracautionwhenservicingthem.

• Donotchangetheenginegovernorset-

tingor overspeedtheengine.

SerialNumber:

Dateof Purchase:

GasolineCapacity/Type: 1.0 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)

Oil Capacity: 18.5 Ounces

Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) or SAE 10W-30

Spark Plug (Gap: .030") NGK BPR6ES

Valve Clearance (+ 0.04 mm): Intake: 0.015 ram; Exhaust: 0.020 mm

Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs.

The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower

housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.

Repair Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart pur-

chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all prod-

ucts, it may require repair from time to

time. That's when having a Repair Protec-

tion Agreement can save you money and

aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

Fast help by phone - phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

simple phone call is all that it takes for you

to schedule service. You can call anytime

day or night, or schedule a service ap-

pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase

your Repair Protection Agreement todayT

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

call 1-800-827-6655.

Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME@.

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not

shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and

service centers. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING

___ DEFLECTORS --

FOR -- STABILIZER

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS ,\

\\ GRASS CATCHERS GRASS CATCHERS

_\\ \\ FOR FOR

REAR DISCHARGE SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES

AIR FILTERS

BLADE ADAFq'ERS WHEELS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in

its entirety before you attempt to assemble

or operate your new lawn mower.

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

Your new lawn mower has been as-

sembled at the factory with the excep-

tion 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.,

necessary to complete the assembly have

been placed in the parts bag.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

1. Remove loose parts inctuded with mower.

2. Cut down two end corners of carton

and lay end panel down flat.

3. Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper and lower

handle and padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle.

4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and

check carton thoroughly for additional

loose parts.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

1. Raise lower handle section to operat-

ing position and align hole in handle

with one of the height positioning holes

in handle bracket.

2. Insert handle bolt through handle and

bracket and secure with knob.

3. Repeat for opposite side of handle.

4. Remove protective padding, raise up-

per handle section into place on lower

handle and tighten both handle knobs.

5. Remove any packing material from

around control bar.

Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted

for your mowing comfort. Refer to "AD-

JUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual.

Operator presence

control bar

Upper

LIFT

Mowing

position

Lower handle

TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

1. Slide grass catcher bag over the frame.

Make sure the rear handle is on top

(the same side as the front handle) and

the strap is on the bottom.

2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.

NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold

them in warm water for a few minutes. If

bag gets wet, let it dry before using.

3. Close grass catcher door.

NOTE: When fully closed, door will "snap"

shut over frame and vinyl bindings.

Str / i _

handle

Front

Door,

Knob

Handle"

bracket

(__ Grass

catcher

Bolt frame_

Vinyl

bindinc

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert mower to

bagging or discharging, see "TO CON-

VERT MOWER" in the Operation section

of this manual.

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL 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 AND FEET AWAY

Operator presence control bar

Drive control lever

Starter

handle Drive cover

Gasoline filler cap

Grass Dual point height

catcher ,adjuster lever

Engine oil cap

with di

valve lever

Mulcher door

Housing

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-

mission. The blade turns when the engine is running.

Operator presence control bar - must

be held down to the handle to start the

engine. Release to stop the engine.

Drive control lever - used to engage

power-propelled forward motion of mower. 7

Starter handle - used for starting engine.

Mulcher door - allows conversion to

discharging or bagging operation.

Dual point height adjuster - used to

adjust cutting height of lawn mower.

Theoperationof anylawn

mowercanresultin foreign

objectsthrown intothe

eyes,whichcanresultin

severeeyedamage.Always

wearsafetyglassesoreyeshieldswhile

operatingyourlawnmoweror performing

anyadjustmentsor repairs.Werecom-

mendastandardsafetyglassesorwide

visionsafetymaskwornoverspectacles.

HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED

The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimum performance. Speed is not

adjustable.

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. Do not under

any circumstances attempt to defeat the

function of the operator control. The blade

turns when the engine is running.

• Your lawn mower is equipped with an

operator presence control bar which

requires the operator to be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle to start

and operate the lawn mower.

DRIVE CONTROL

• Self-propelling is controlled by hold-

ing the operator presence control bar

down to the handle and pulling the drive

control lever rearward to the handle.

The farther toward the handle the lever

is pulled, the faster the unit will travel.

• Forward motion will stop when either

the operator presence control bar or

drive control lever are released. To stop

forward motion without stopping engine,

release only the drive control lever. Hold

operator presence control bar down

against handle to continue mowing

without self-propelling.

NOTE: If after releasing the drive control

the mower will not roll backwards, push

the mower forward slightly to disengage

drive wheels.

• To keep drive control engaged when

turning corners, push down on the

handle to lift the front wheels off the

ground while turning lawn mower.

OI controlbar

Drive

control

TO lever

Adjustment ENGAGE DRIVE

button (on DRIVE CONTROL

underside) CONTROL DISENGAGED

DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

Over time, the drive control system may be-

come "loose", resulting in decreased speed.

There isa button on the underside of the drive

control housing to increase tension on the

drive cable. Proceed as follows:

1. Turn mower engine off and disconnect

spark plug wire from spark plug.

2. Pull out button on underside of drive

control, then push it back in.

3. Operate mower to see if drive speed has

increased. Ifthere isno increase, the drive

belt is worn and needs to be replaced.

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

Both rear wheels are adjusted by a single

lever on the left rear wheel.

• Pull adjuster lever toward wheel. To

raise mower, move lever forward to

desired position. To lower mower, move

the lever toward the rear.

NOTE: There are seven (7) height adjust-

ment positions for the rear wheels.

Both front wheels are adjusted as follows:

1. Remove wheel, bolt, and hardware and

reassemble in desired adjustment hole.

2. Reinstall wheel components in the

same order as they were before re-

moval. Tighten securely.

NOTE: There are seven (7) height adjust-

ment holes for the front wheels. Be sure

both front wheels are in the same hole.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to adjust both front

and rear wheels to the same height.

LEVER BACKWARD

TO LOWER

REAR OF

MOWER

adjuster lever

LEVER FORWARD

TO RAISE REAR

OF MOWER

Bolt

Lockbar

("locked'

position)

8 Wing

Washer Lockbar

("freewheel"

O-Ring position)

CASTER WHEEL OPERATION

The front wheels can be "locked" into

position or set to "freewheel" for better

maneuverability. Placing the Iockbars in

the outer holes of the adjustment brackets

"locks" the front wheels. Likewise, placing

the Iockbars in the inner holes of the ad-

justment brackets allows the front wheels

to spin freely ("freewheel").

• Lift Iockbar until the frontmost end

clears the adjustment bracket, then pivot

Iockbar to desired position.

IMPORTANT: Front wheels must be

"locked" into position when operating on

a slope. Mow across the face of slopes:

never up and down.

TO CONVERT MOWER

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as a mulcher. To convert to rear

bagging or side discharging:

REAR BAGGING

• Remove knob securing mulcher door to

lawn mower housing.

• Open mulcher door and insert tabs

of discharge chute into hinge bracket

opening and position rear of chute over

threaded stud.

Discharge chute tabs

_J J

• To convert to side discharging opera-

tion, remove grass catcher and dis-

charge chute. Install side discharge

deflector and secure it to lawn mower

housing with knob.

Grass

door

chute Knob

Threaded

stud

Mulcher door

Hinge bracket Mulcher door

• Secure rear of discharge chute to lawn

mower housing with knob.

• Place rear handle of grass catcher on

the crossbar of the lawn mower's lower

handle as shown.

• Lift the round door of the discharge

chute and place the grass catcher into

place on the discharge chute.

NOTE: Be sure round door of discharge

chute rests on grass catcher as shown.

• Mower is now ready for rear bagging

operation.

• To convert to mulching operation,

remove grass catcher and discharge

chute. Secure mulcher door to mower

housing with knob.

SIDE DISCHARGING

• Grass catcher and discharge chute

must be removed.

• Open mulcher door and install front of

side discharge deflector beneath door

and position rear over threaded stud.

• Secure rear of side discharge deflector

to lawn mower housing with knob.

• Mower is now ready for side discharging

operation.

• To convert to mulching operation, side

discharge deflector must be removed

and mulcher door secured to mower

housing with knob.

• To convert to rear bagging opera-

tion, side discharge deflector must be

removed; discharge chute and grass

catcher installed and discharge chute

secured to mower housing with knob.

Mulcher door Knob

\stud

Side

discharge

deflector

SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN

CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER

FOR MULCHING-

1. Grass catcher, discharge chute and

side discharge deflector removed.

2. Mulcher door secured to mower hous-

ing with knob.

FOR REAR BAGGING -

1. Side discharge deflector removed.

2. Grass catcher and discharge chute

installed with discharge chute secured

to lawn mower housing with knob.

3. Round door of discharge chute resting

on top of grass catcher.

FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -

1. Grass catcher and discharge chute

removed.

2. Side discharge deflector installed and

secured to mower housing with knob.

_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without mulcher door closed; side dis-

charge deflector installed, or discharge

chute and approved grass catcher in

place. Never attempt to operate the lawn

mower with mulcher door or round door

removed or propped open.

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

1. Open round door of discharge chute to

move starter rope out and away from

grass catcher.

\ Front

OPEN

Round Starter

door rope

2. Remove grass catcher with clippings

from lawn mower using both front and

rear handles.

3. Empty clippings from grass catcher

using both rear handle and strap. The

weight of the grass will open the door.

4. Snap door shut over frame before

installing grass catcher on mower.

NOTE: Do not drag the grass catcher

when emptying; it will cause unnecessary

wear.

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Str_ \

handle

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