Craftsman 917.377981 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

CRI:IFTXMRN°

6.75 HORSEPOWER

22" REAR DISCHARGE

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.377981

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

•Espa_ol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

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

Visit our Craftsman website: www sears corn/craftsman

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11

Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 14

Assembly 4 Storage 16

Operation 6 Troubleshooting 17

Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 37

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,

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, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

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

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 it has 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

run while 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 dis-

charge 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 if you

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 pulling the mower

towards you. Mow across the face of

slopes, never up and down or you

might lose your footing. Do not mow

excessively 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

mounting 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 worn bags.

Use only replacement bags that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the 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 a hot water heater,

space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

_&Look for this symbol to point out

tmportant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!t BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

41_CAUTION: ,Always disconnect spark

plug wire ano 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.

Theseaccessorieswere available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not

shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retailoutletsand service

centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair pads for you, when you provide the model

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

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOW,ERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHER KITS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS

AIR FILTERS

WHEELS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructionsand this manual in its

entiretybefore 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 assembled

at the factory with the exception of those parts

left unessembled for shipping purposes. All

pads such as nuts,washers, bolts, etc.,

necessary to complete the assembly have

been placed in the pads bag. To ensure safe

and proper operation of your lawn mower, all

pads and hardware you assemble must be

tightened securely. Use the correct tools as

necessary to ensure proper tightness.

TOREMOVELAWNMOWERFROM

•Remove loose parts included with mower.

• Cut down two end comers of carton and

lay end panel down flat.

•Remove all packing materials except

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 thoroughlyfor additional loose parts.

HOWTO SETUPYOUR LAWNMOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefullyso as

not to pinch or damage controlcables.

•Raise handles untillower handle section

locks intoplace 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.

TO INSTALL A'I'rACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or

discharging:

•Open rear door and remove mulcher plug.

Store mulcher plug in a safe place.

•You can now install catcher or optional

clipping deflector.

•To return to mulching operation, install

mulcher plug into discharge opening of

mower. Be sure all tabs are seated

properly.

Operator presence control

bar _L p//_,/

Upper handle

Lift up ift u Mulcher plug

/&CAUTION: Do not run your lawn

mower without mulcher plug in place or

-:_'_-__!w_ng approved clipping deflector or grass

_._.-_ position catcher in place. Never attempt to

- ':_::_:-::.:_-_ operate the lawn mower with the rear

door removed or propped open.

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 control_ and adiustmen _. Save thi_ manupl for f_re reference.

These symbolsmay appearon your lawn mower or in literaturesuppliedwith a'teprodluct.Learnand

understandtheir meaning.

CAUTION ENGrNE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Engine zone control cable

\Operator presence control bar

Drive control lever

Starter handle

Handle knob

Mulcher plug

Engine oil

cap w/

dipstick

Housing

Gasoline cap

//- Drive cover

Primer

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Wheel adjuster

(on each wheel)

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 Commission, 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.

Primer - pumps additional fuel from the

carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting

a cold engine.

Starter handle -used for starting the engine.

Drive control lever -used to engage power-

propelled forward motion of lawn mower.

Mulcher plug - must be removed to convert to

bagging or discharging operation.

The operation of any lawn

mower can result in 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 adjustments or repairs.

We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety

glasses.

HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINESPEED

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.

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

•Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut.

•Adjust cutting height to suityour require-

ments. Medium position is best for most

lawns.

• To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster

lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or

down to suit your requirements. Be sure all

wheels are in the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned

when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.

Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)

allow lever to be positioned between the

plate tabs.

Plate Tab

LowerWheels for HighCUtr..._=_

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

TO ATrACH GRASS CATCHER

• Close the lifttop lid. Lifttop lidmust be

closed while operating lawn mower.

•Liftthe rear door on the mower housing

and place the grass catcher frame ontothe

formed tabs on the rear door hinge

bracket.

•The grass catcher is secured to the lawn

mower housing when the rear door is

lowered onto the grass catcher frame.

CAUTION:

. Do not run your lawn

mower without clipping deflector or

approved grass catcher in place. Never

attempt to operate the lawn mower with

the rear door removed or propped open.

Hinge "_-_ Rear door

Grass catcher

frame

Formed

tabs

TOEMPTYGRASSCATCHER

•To remove grass catcher, release operator

presence control bar to stop engine.

•Liftup rear door and remove the grass

catcher by the handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when

emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

DRIVE CONTROL

•Self-propelling is controlled by holding

the operator presence control bar down

to the handle and pushing the drive

control lever forward until it clicks; then

release the lever.

• Forward motion will stop when the

operator presence control bar is

released. To stop forward motion

without stopping engine, release the

operator presence control bar slightly

until the drive control disengages. Hold

operator presence control bar down to

handle to continue mowing without self-

propelling.

•To keep drive control engaged when

turning corners, push down on handle

and lift front wheels off ground while

turning lawn mower.

Operator presence control bar Drive

control

To engage drive Drive control

control disengaged

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL

Your lawn mower is shipped withoutoilin the

engine.

• Be sure mower is level and area around oil

fill isclean.

•Remove engine oilcap and fillto the full

line on the dipstick.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine

for accurate dipstick reading.

• Engine holds 27 ozs. of oil. For type and

"gradeof oilto use, see "ENGINE" in

Maintenance section of this manual.

•Pour oilslowly. Do not over fill.

•Check oil level before each use. Add oil if

needed. Fillto full line on dipstick.

•To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap

each time.

• Reinstallengine oil cap and tighten.

• Change the oilafter every 25 hours of

operationor each season. You may need

tochange the oilmore often under dusty,

dirtyconditions.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

_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. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next

season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

A_,CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

Gasoline

filler cap

-- Engineoil cap

TO START ENGINE

•To start a cold engine, push primer three

(3) times before tryingto start. Use afirm

push. This step is not usuallynecessary

when startingan engine which has already

runfor a few minutes.

•Hold operator presence controlbar down to

the handle and pullstarter handle quicldy.

Do notallow starterrope 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.

MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS

•Under certain conditions, such as 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. 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. •

•When using a rear discharge lawn

mower in moist, heavy grass, clumps of

cut grass may not enter the grass

catcher. Reduce ground speed (push-

ing speed) and/or run the lawn mower

over the area asecond time.

•If atrail of clippings is left on the right •

side of a rear discharge mower, mow in

a clockwise direction with a small

overlap to collect the clippings on the

next pass.

• 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.

IMPORTANT: Forbest performance, keep

mower housing free of built-upgrass and

trash. See "Cleaning" in Maintenance section

of thismanual.

The special mulching blade will recut the

grass clippings 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

biedegrade quickly to provide nutrients for

the lawn. Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

Avoid cutting your lawn when it iswet. Wet

grass tends to form clumps and interferes

with the mulching action. The best time to

mow your lawn is the early aftemoon. At

this time the grass has driedand the newly

cut area will not be exposed to the direct

sun.

For best results,adjust the lawn mower

cuttingheight so that the lawn mower cuts

offonly the top one-thirdof the grass blades.

Ifthe lawn isovergrown itwillbe necessary

to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing

effortand to keep from overloadingthe

engine and leaving clumps of mulched

grass. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width ofcut by overlapping

previously cut path and mow slowly.

C,edain types of grass and grass conditions

may requirethat an area be mulched a

second time to completely hide the

clippings. When doing a second cut, mow

across or perpendicular to the firstcut path.

Change your cuttingpettem from week to

weak. Mow northto south one week then

change to east to west the nextweek. This

will help prevent mattingand grainingofthe

lawn.

F,LL,ND,TES ___.__.o_._,_"__ _, _ _ _._ ,_

AS YOU COMPLL_r p0 _¢_ _ _ 0

REGU LAB SERVICE ./'_.j/_x/" _ ERVIC E DATES

ir _( -Jr

Check for Loose Fasteners i/ ll/

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(11Equipped) I/ I_ _#P

MClean Lawn Mower

Clean Under Drive Cover

(Power-Propelled Mowers) !_

W Check drive belt/pulleys

(Power-Propelled Mowers)

RCheck/Sharpen/Replace Blade 3

Lubrication Chart I_ !/

Clean Battery/Recharge

/Electric Start Mowers I I#/ 1_4

NE Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil _1,2

GClean Air Filter _ 2

Inspect Muffler

NClean or Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

1-Change more often when operating under aheavy load or in high ambient temperatures,

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3-Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4-Charge 48 hours at end of season,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain mower as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

•Once a year, replace the spark plug,

replace air filter element and check

blade for wear. A new spark plug and

clean/new air filter element assures

proper air-fuel mixture and helps your

engine run better and last longer.

•Follow the maintenance schedule in this

manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-

TION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) Wheel adjuster ne oil

Rear door hinge

(_) Handle bracket mounting pin

(3) Spray lubricant

(_) Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" section.

IMPORTANT: Do notoil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricantswill attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the set

lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite

type lubricant sparingly.

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