Craftsman 917.377401 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN+

6.0 HORSEPOWER

22" EZ MULCH

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.377401

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•EspaSol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and followall

Safety Rules and Instructions

beforeoperating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Warranty 2Product Specifications 10

Safety Rules 2Service and Adjustments 13

Assembly 4 Storage 14

Operation 5 Troubleshooting 15

Maintenance Schedule 9 Repair Parts 33

Maintenance 9 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,

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 Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while

this product is in use 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, ILLINOIS 60179

Safety standards require operator pres-

ence 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

circumstances.

TRAINING:

•Read this operator's manual carefully.

Become familiar with the controls and

know how to operate your mower

properly. Learn how to quickly stop

mower.

•Do not allow children to use your mower.

Never allow adults to use mower without

proper instructions.

•Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, especially small children and

pets.

•Use mower only as the manufacturer

intended and as described in this manual.

•Do not operate mower if ithas been

dropped or damaged in any manner.

Always have damage repaired before

using your mower.

•Do not use accessory attachments that

are not recommended by the manufac-

turer. Use of such attachments may be

hazardous.

•The blade turns when the engine is

running.

PREPARATION:

•Always thoroughly check the area to be

mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,

wires, bones, and other foreign objects.

These objects will be thrown by the blade

and can cause severe injury.

•Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields when starting and while using

your mower.

•Dress properly. Do not operate mower

when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Wear only solid shoes with good traction

when mowing.

•Check fuel tank before starting engine.

Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the

engine is running or when the engine is

hot. Allow the engine to cool for several

minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean

off any spilled gasoline before starting the

engine.

• Always make wheel height adjustments

before starting your mower. Never

attempt to do this while the engine is

running.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

OPERATION:

• Keep your eyes and mind on your mower

and the area being cut. Do not let other

interests distract you.

•Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never

runwhile operating your mower. Always

be sure of your footing -- keep a firm

hold on the handles and walk.

•Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge

opening at all times.

•Always stop the engine whenever you

leave or are not using your mower, or

before crossing driveways, walks, roads,

and any gravel--covered areas.

•Never direct discharge of material toward

bystanders nor allow anyone near the

mower while you are operating it.

•Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing

your mower, stop the engine and make

absolutely sure the blade and all moving

parts have stopped. Then disconnect the

spark plug wire and keep it away from the

spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

•Do not continue to run your mower ifyou

hit a foreign object. Follow the procedure

outlined above, then repair any damage

before restarting and operating you

mower.

•Do not change the governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Engine damage or

personal injury may result.

•Do not operate your mower if itvibrates

abnormally. Excessive vibration is an

indication of damage; stop the engine,

safely check for the cause of vibration

and repair as required.

• Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust

fumes are dangerous.

•Never cut grass by pullingthe mower

towards you. Mow across the face of

slopes, never up and down oryou might

lose your footing. Do not mow exces-

sively steep slopes. Use caution when

operating the mower on uneven terrain

or when changing directions-- maintain

good footing.

•Never operate your mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or

other safety devices in place.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

•Check the blade and the engine mount-

ing bolts often to be sure they are

tightened properly.

•Check all bolts, nuts and screws at

frequent intervals for proper tightness to

be sure mower is in safe working

condition.

• Keep all safety devices in place and

working.

•To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine

free of grass, leaves or excessive grease

and oil.

•Check grass catcher often for deteriora-

tion and wear and replace wom bags.

Use only replacement bags that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications ofthe manufacturer of your

mower.

•Always keep a sharp blade on your

mower.

•Allow engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

•Never store mower with fuel in the tank

inside a building where fumes may reach

an open flame or an ignition source such

as ahot water heater, space heater,

clothes dryer, etc.

ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also

available 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 your lawn mower.

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

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHER KITS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

STABIUZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in •Remove all packing materials except

its entirety before you attempt to assemble

or operate your new lawn mower. Your

new lawn mower has been assembled at

the factory with the exception of those

parts left unassembled 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 MOWER

of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware TO UNFOLD HANDLE

you assemble must be tightened securely.

Use the correct tools as necessary to

ensure proper tightness.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

• Remove loose parts included with

mower.

• Cut down two end corners of carton and

_ lay end panel down flat.

padding between upper and lower

handle and padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle.

• Roll lawn mower out of carton and check

carton thoroughly for additional loose

parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

•Raise handles until lower handle section

locks into place in mowing position.

•Remove protective padding, raise upper

handle section into place on lower

handle and tighten both handle knobs.

•Remove handle padding holding

operator presence control bar to upper

handle.

•Your lawn mower handle can be

adjusted for your mowing comfort.

Refer to =Adjust Handle" in the Service

and Adjustment section of this manual.

Operatorpresencecontrolbar

Upperhandle

Liftup

position

Lower

handle

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 HANOS

OR WARNING ON OFF ANO FEET AWAY

Operator presence control control lever

Engine zone control cable

Starter handle control

Handle knob

Engineoilcap withdipstick

Mulcher door Drivecover

(on eachwheel) i

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 Commis-

sion. The blade tums when the engine is running.

Operator presence control bar - mustbe

held down tothe handle to startthe engine.

Release to stop the engine.

Primer - pumps additionalfuel from the

carburetorto the cylinderfor use when starting

a coldengine.

Starter handle- used for starting the engine.

Drive control lever - used toengage power-

propelledforward motionof lawn mower.

Mulcher- allowsconversiontodischarge or

bagging operation.

Theoperationofanylawnmowercanresultin

foreign objectsthrown intothe eyes, whichcan

resultin severe eye damage. Always wear

safetyglasses or eye shieldswhile operating

your lawn mower or performingany adjust-

mentsor repairs. We recommend a wide

visionsafety mask over spectacles or standard

safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimum performance: Speed is not

adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

_CAUTION: Federal regulationsrequirean

engine controlto be installedon thislawn

mower in order to minimizethe riskofblade

contact injury.Do not under any circumstances

attemptto defeat the functionofthe operator

control. The blade turnswhen the engine is

running.

•Your lawn mower isequipped with an

operator presence control bar which

requiresthe operatorto be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle tostartand

operate the lawn mower.

DRIVE CONTROL

• Serf-prepellingis controlled by holdingthe

operator presence control bar down to the

handle and pushingthe drivecontrol lever

forward untilitclicks;then release the lever.

•Forward motion w_llstop when the operator

presence control bar is released. To stop

forward motionwithoutstopping engine,

release the operator presence control bar

slightlyuntilthe drivecontroldisengages,

Hold operator presence control bar down to

handle tocontinue mowing withoutself-

propelling.

•To keep drivecontrol engaged when turning

comers, pushdown on handle and liftfront

wheals offground while turninglawn

mower.

Operator presencecontrol Ddve

bar ._ "_\t cQntml

To engage drivecontrol disengaged

TO ADJUST CUTI'ING HEIGHT

•Ra'_e wheels for low cutand lowerwheels

for highcut.

• Adjust cutting height to suityour require-

ments. Medium position is best for most

lawns.

• To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster

lever toward wheel. Move wheal up or

down to suit your requirements. Be sure all

wheels are in the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster Lsproperly pos_oned when

plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-

positionadjusters ('ifsoequipped) allow lever

to be pos_ between the plate tabs.

Lowerwheelsfor Plate tab

highcu . ever

Raise wheels for low

cut

NOTE: Your lawn mower has been

shipped ready for mulching operation. To

convert to discharging operation, you must

install the discharge deflector attachment

included with your mower.

TO INSTALL DISCHARGING

DEFLECTOR

•Lift door upward on it's hinge until the

deflector frame can be hooked over the

door mounting bracket as shown.

•Release the door to rest against

deflector frame.

• To return to mulching operation, reverse

the above steps and be sure door is in

closed position.

_.._,_X__--_ MuleherDoor

Deflector

__ Mounting

"x...__. Bracket

ACAUTION: Do not operate your lawn

mower without mulcher door in closed

position, discharge deflector in place, or

approved grass catcher in place.

BEFORESTARTINGENGINEOIL

Yourlawnmowerisshippedwithoutoilinthe

engine.

•Be sure mower is level and area aroundoil

fillisclean.

•Remove engine oilcap and fill tothe full line

on thedipstick.

•Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type end grade of oil

touse, see =ENGINE" in Maintenance

sectionof this manuel.

• Pour oilslowly. Do not over fill.

•Check oillevel before each use. Add oil if

needed. Filltofurlline on dipstick.

•To read properlevel, tightenengine oilcap

each time.

•Reinstallengine oilcap and tighten.

• Change the oilafterevery 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may need

to change the oil more often under dusty,

dirty conditions.

GAS

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel

freshness.

WARNING: Experience incrKT.atesthat alcohol

blendedfuels (called gasohol or usingethanol

or methanol) can attractmoisture which leads

toseparationand formationof acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid

engine problems, the fuel system shouldbe

ampSed before storage of30 days or longer.

Drain the fuel tank, startthe engine and let it

run untilfuel linesand carburetor are empty.

Use freshfuel nextseason. See Storage

Instructionsfor additionelinformation. Never

use engine or carburetor cleaner productsin

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

•To start acold engine, pus.hprimer five

(5) times before trying to start. Use a

firm push. This step is not usually

necessary when starting an engine

which has already run for afew minutes.

•Hold operator presence control bar

down to the handle and pull starter

handle quickly. Do not allow starter

rope to snap back.

•To stop engine, release operator

presence control bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be

necessary to repeat priming steps. In

warmer weather over priming may cause

flooding and engine will not start. If you do

flood engine, wait a few minutes before

attempting to start and do not repeat

priming steps.

Engine oilcap cap

MOWING TIPS

•Under certain conditions, such asvery

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. It

may also be necessary to reduce

ground speed and/or run the lawn

mower over the area a second time.

•For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the

width of cut by overlapping previously

cut path and mow slowly.

•For better grass bagging and most

cutting conditions, the engine speed

should be set in the fast position.

•For side discharge lawn mowers, cutting

in a counter-clockwise direction, starting

at the outside of the area to be cut,

spreads grass clippings more evenly

and puts less load on the engine. To

keep clippings off of walkways, flower

beds, etc., make the first cuts in a

clockwise direction.

•Pores in cloth grass catchers can

become filled with dirt and dust with use

and catchers will collect less grass. To

prevent this, regularly hose catcher off

with water and let dry before using.

•Keep top of engine around starter clear

and clean of grass clippings and chaff.

This will help engine air flow and extend

engine life.

MULCHINGMOWINGTIPS

IMPORTANT:Forbestperformance,keep

mowerhousingfree of built-upgrass and

trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE

sectionof this manual.

•The specialmulching blade willrecut the

grass clippingsmany times and reduce

them in size sothat as they fall ontothe

lawn they will disperse intothe grass and

not be noticed. A/so, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quicklyto providenutrientsfor

the lawn. Always mulch w_hyour highest

engine (blade) speed as this will provide the

best recuttingaclion of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet

grass tends to form dumps and interferes

with the mulching action. The best time to

mow your lawn is the early aftemoon. At

this time the grass has dried and the newiy

cut area will not be exposed to the direct

sun.

• ForI_ ra_lts, adjust_'zelawn mower

cut_ngheight sothat the lawn mower cuts

offonly thetop one-third ofthe grass blades.

Ifthe lawn isovergrownitwill be necessary

to raise the heightofcutto reduce pushing

effort and to keepfrom overloadingthe

engine and leavingdumps ofmulched

grass. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce yourwidth ofcut byovedapping

previouslycutpath and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions

may requirethat an area be mulched a

second timeto completelyhidethe

dippings. When deinga socondcut, mow

across or perpencr_ulartothe first cutpath.

•Change yourcuttingpattern from week to

week. Mow northtosouth one week then

change to east towest the nextweek. This

will helpprevent mattingand grainingofthe

lawn.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warrantyon thislawn mower does not

cover itemsthat have been subjected to

operatorabuse or negligence. To receive full

value from the warranty,operator must

maintain mower as instructedinthis manual.

Some adjustments willneed to be made

periodicallyto properlymaintain your unit.

All adjustments inthe Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual should be

checked at leastonce each season.

•Once a year, replacethe spark plug, clean

or replace air filterelement and check blade

forwear. A new spark plug and clean/new

air filter element assures properair-fuel

mixtureand helpsyour engine runbetter

and lastlonger.

•Followthe maintenance schedule in this

manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oillevel.

• Check for loosefasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unitwell lubricated(See "LUBRICATION

CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) Wheel (_) Mulcherdoor

adjuster

(_) Brakespring

(_ bracket

Handle bracket

mountingpin

(_) Spray lubricante

(_) Referto MAINTINANCE "ENGINE"

SECTION.

IMPORTANT: Do notoilor grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscouslubricantswilt attract

dust and dirt that willshortenthe lifeofthe self

lubricatingbearings. Ifyou feel they mustbe

lubricated,use onlya dry,powdered graphite

type lubricantsparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NUMBER 917.377401

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

HORSEPOWER: 6.0

DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. IN.

GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°1=)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM

VALVECLEARANCE: 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 decal attached to the rear of the

lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above.

LAWN MOWER • Remove blade and attaching hardware

(bolt, lock washer and hardened

Always observesafety ruleswhen performing

any maintenance.

TIRES

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil,or insect

controlchem'_ls which can harm rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts,sharp

objects and other hazards thatmay cause

tire damage,

BLADE CARE

For best results, mower blade must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

TO REMOVE BLADE

•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

•Turn lawn mower on its sidd. Make sure

air filter and carburetor are up.

•Use a wood block between blade and

mower housing to prevent blade from

turning when removing blade bolt.

•Protect your hands with gloves and/or

wrap blade with heavy cloth.

•Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise.

washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and

check the key inside hub of blade adapter.

The key must be in good condition to work

propedy. Replace adapter if damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE

• Position the blade adapter on the engine

crankshaft. Be sure key in adapter and

crankshaft keyway are aligned.

• Position blade on the blade adapter

aligning the two (2) holes in the blade

with the raised lugs on the adapter.

• Be sure the trailing edge of blade

(opposite sharp edge) is up toward the

engine.

• Install the blade bolt with the lock

washer and hardened washer into blade

adapter and crankshaft.

• Use block of wood between blade and

lawn mower housing and tighten the

blade bolt, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

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