Craftsman 917.387241 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

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ROTARY LAWi_I-_ O_ER

Model No.

917.387241

• 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

Warranty 2

Sa}"_'TI u-"l'_-....... 2

As_,mJ;_L ..... -------. 4

Operation ....... 5

Ma_duLe .... 9

-Maintenance ........... 9

Product Specifications 10

Service and Adjustments 12

Storage 13

Troubleshooting 15

Repair Parts 30

Parts Ordering Back Cover

LI__'_I_ -WAHRANTi''ON-C_J_,FTSMAN POWER MOWER

F t of urchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,

lubd_te'd, and tuned__ ot_tl_eoperating 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 wom 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

TRAINING:

•Read this operator's manual carefully.

Become familiar with the controls and

know how to operate your mower

properly. Leam 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 tums 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

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 acciden-

tal starting.

•Do not continue to run your mower if you

hit a foreign object. Follow the proce-

dure 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 it vibrates

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 abuilding where fumes may

reach an open flame or an ignition

source such as a hot water heater,

space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where itcannot 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.

Theseaccessorieswereavailablewhen

thislawnmowerwasproduced.Theyare

alsoavailableatmostSearsretailoutlets

andservicecenters.MostSearsstores

canalsoorderrepairpartsforyou,when

youprovidethemodelnumberofyour

lawnmower.Someoftheseaccessories

maynotapplytoyourlawnmower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

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LAWN_ LAWN MOWERS

GAS CAN8

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

Read these instructions and this manual in HOW TO SET tip _LAWN

its entirety before you attempt to assemble MOWER

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

of your lawn mower, all parts and hard-

ware you assemble must be tightened

securely. Use the correct tools as neces-

sary to ensure proper tightness.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

•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 thoroughly for additional loose

l_rts.

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

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 Adjustments section of this manual.

Operator PresenceControl Bar

Upper "_

Lower _Mowing

Handle _ _ Position

KNOWYOUR LAWNMOWER

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.

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 FEETAWAY

EngineZone

Control

Operator Presence

ControlBar

Upper Handle

Starter Handle Handle Knob

Engine Oil Cap

With Dipstick

Gasoline FillCap

AirFilter

MulcherDool

WheelAdjuster

(On EachWheel)

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 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.

MULCHER DOOR -allows conversion to discharge or bagging operation.

PRIMER -pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting

a cold engine.

STARTER HANDLE -used for starting the engine.

Theoperationofanylawnmowercan

resultinforeignobjectsthrownintothe

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.

HOW TO USE YOUR 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.

TO ADJUST CUTI'ING HEIGHT

•Raise wheels for low cut and lower

wheels for high cut.

•Adjust cutting height to suit your

requirements. Medium position is best

for most lawns.

•To change cutting height, squeeze

adjuster lever toward wheel. Move

wheel up or down to suit your require-

ments. 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.

LowerWheeis PlateTab

For High Cut

Raise Wheels For LowCut Lever

CAUTION: Do not operate your lawn

mower without mulcher door in locked

position, discharge deflector in place, or

approved grass catcher in place.

NOTE: Your lawn mower has been

shipped ready for mulching operation. To

convert to discharging operation, you must

install the discharge deflector attachment

induded 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

locked position.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL

Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in

the engine.

•Be sure mower is level and area around

oil fill is clean.

•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 oilto use, see "ENGINE" in Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

•Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.

•Check oil level before each use. Add oil

if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

•To read proper level, tighten engine oil

cap each time,

•Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

•Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may

need to change the oil more often under

dusty, dirty conditions.

GAS

• Fillfueltank. Usefresh,clean,regular

unleadedgasolinewithaminimumof87

octane.(Useof leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN

TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), use

fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

WARNING: Expedence 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 fue_ 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.

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

FillerCap

EngineOil

Cap w/

Dipstick

TO START ENGINE

• To start a cold engine, push primer 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 a few 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 pdming steps. In

warmer weather over pdming 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

•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.

•For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the

width of cut by overlapping previously

cut path and mow slowly.

•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 oft

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.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up grass

and trash. Clean underside of mower

housing after each use. See "Cleaning" in

MAINTENANCE section of this manual.

•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 biodegrade 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 is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the lawn mower

cutting height so that the lawn mower

cuts off only the top one-third of the

grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown it

will be necessary to raise the height of

cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep

from overloading the engine and leaving

clumps of mulched grass. For extremely

heavy mulching, reduce your width of

cut, mow slowly and raise the rear of the

lawn mower one wheel adjuster setting

higher than the front.

•Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the first cut path.

•Change your cuffing pattem from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent

matting and graining of the lawn.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAIN NANCESC.EOO'E

F.,,,.o. s

AS YOU COMPLETE ;_' _ _',_ _" ERVICE DATES

Check for Lecse Fasteners I_ k#'

Clean/in,' DectGrass Catcher

(If Equipl _1) V'

M cleanLaweMower t_'

O Clean Under Drive Cover(Power-Propelled Mowers)

Checkdr_ be./p_L_/s

RE(Power-Propelled Mowers) t/

Chack/Sharpan/Replace Blade _:=

LubdcaffoctChart I_

Clean Battery/Recharge

IElectrin Start Mowers1I_ I/4

ECheck EncjineOil Level

NChange Engine Oil 11/1_

;G Clean AirFilter I_ =

I Inspect Muffler _'

N cleanorReplaceSparkPlug v'

E RepleceAirF'dterPeperCartridge II/2

1 -Change more c410nwhen opemin9 und_ s heaw Iced or Jnhigh anV_n_ temperatunm.

2-Servk:o more often when o1_ in okty ordusty conditk_s.

3 -Replece t)_les rnomm'lm when mowing in undy _1.

4 - CMrge 48 hours atend o_see.5_.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION DIAGRAM

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 propedy maintain your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual should be

checked at least once each season.

•Once a year, replace the spark plug,

clean or 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.

(_) Wheel

(_) Brake Spring

Bracket

(_) MulcherDoor

_) EngineOil Hinge

(_) Spray Lubricant

(_ RefertoMaintenance"Engine"Section.

IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will

attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life

of the self lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

:MODEL NUMBER 917.387241

ERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

HORSEPOWER:

DISPLACEMENT:

GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE:

6.0

11.5 CU. IN.

1.5 QUARTS

[INI F:ADFD RF:(_ULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:

;PARK PLUG(GAP: .030")

VALVECLEARANCE:

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

20 OZS.

CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM

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 adecal attached to the rear of the

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

provided above.

LAWN MOWER TO REMOVE BLADE

Always observe safety rules when •Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

performing any maintenance, plug and place wire where it cannot

TIRES

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

Forbest results,mower blade mustbe

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades. Crankshaft

Keyway

Blade

Bolt Blade

come in contact with spark plug.

•Turn lawn mower on its side. 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 you_'hands with gloves and/or

wrap blade with heavy cloth.

•Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise. Use a 9/16" box oropen-end

wrench.

•Remove blade and attaching hardware

(bolt, lock washer and hardened

washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and

check the key inside hub of blade adapter.

The key must be in good condition to work

properly. 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.

HardenedWasher Crankshaft

Lockwesher TrailingEdge BladeAdapter

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