Craftsman 917.388290 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

CRAFTS[MAN+

55 HORSEPOWER

21" REAR DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No

917.388290

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

•EspaSol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck_and Co Hoffman Estates IL60179

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

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 10

Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 12

Assembly 4 Storage 13

Operation 6 Troubleshooting 15

Maintenance Schedule 9 Repair Parts 32

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 workman-

ship.

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

crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained 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

presence control to minimize the risk of

injury. Y_ur unit is equipped with cuch

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

persogs, especially small children and

pets.

•Use mower only as the manufacturer

intended and as described in this

manu,_l.

•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

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 repair-

ing 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 your 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 propedy.

•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 important

safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!!

BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS

INVOLVED.

CAUTION: 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 not

shipped with your mower. They are also

available at most Sears retail outlets and

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

service centers. Most Sears stores can also

order repair parts for you, when you provide

the model number of your lawn mower. Some

ofthese accessodes may not apply to your

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

lawn mower.

MULCHER KITS

_l GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS 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 exception 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 neces-

sary to ensure proper tightness. All parts

such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., neces-

sary to complete the assembly have been

placed in the parts bag.

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.

•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

parts.

HOWTO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

•Raise lower handle section to operating

position and squeeze the bottom ends

of lower handle towards each other

until the pin in handle can be inserted

into one of the three height adjustment

holes.

• Remove protective padding, raise

upper handle section into place on

lower handle and tighten both handle

knobs.

•Remove any packing material from

around control bar.

• Your handles may be adjusted for your

mowing comfort. Refer to Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

TO INSTALL A'I-rACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as a mulcher.

Operator

presence

contml bar

handle

Lift up

Lower

handle

Handle

Mowing

position

3-position

Handle

adjustment

bracket

KNOWYOUR 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.

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

DR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Operator presence control

bar

Engine zone control cable

Grass

cap

Engine oil cap

with dipstick

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the

engine.

Lawn mower housing

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.

The operation of any lawn mower can result

in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, whm_,h

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

ENGINESPEEDCONTROL

The engine speed was set at the factory for

optimum performance. Speed is not adjust-

able.

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 circum-

stances 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 CU'I-rlNG HEIGHT

•Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut.

•Adjust cutting height to suit your 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.

Lower Wheels for High Cut

Plate Tab

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

Lever

TOATTACH GRASS CATCHER

•Lift.the rear door of the lawn mower and

place the grass catcher frame side hooks

onto the door pivot pins.

•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 dipping deflector or approved grass

catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the

lawn mower with the rear door removed or

propped open.

il, ." _: "

Pivot pros _'_'\ "--

TO EMPTY'GRASS CATCHER

•Lift up on grass catcher using the frame

handle.

•Remove grass catcher with clippings from

under lawn mower handle.

• Empty clippings from bag using both frame

handle and beg handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptyinq;

itwill cause unnecessary wear.

Bag /

handle Grass

catcher frame

handle

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 dean.

• Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full

line on the dipstick.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into

engine for accurate dipstick reading.

• Engine holds 20 ozs. of oil. For type and

grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in

Maintenance 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

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, dean, regular

unleaded gasoline witll a minimum of 87

7 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchasefuel 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 fuel tank, start the engine

and let it run until 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 fuel tank or permanent damage

may occur.

Engine oil

cap cap

TO START ENGINE

•To start acold 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 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.

MOWlNGTIPS

• 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 dumps 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.

•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 dean of grass clippings and chaff.

This will help engine air flew 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 dippings 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 iswet. Wet

grass tends to form dumps and interferes

with the mulching action. The best time to

mow your lawn isthe early aftemoon. 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 isovergrown itwill be

necessary to raise the height of cut to

reduce pushing effort and to keep from

overloading the engine and leaving

dumps 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 perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern 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. Max 1/3

AsYouCOMPLETE

.EGU ,.SE.V,C ySERV'CEOATES

Check for Loose Fasteners I_ ll/

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

M Clean Lawn Mower

O Clean Under Drive Cover(Power-PropelledMowers)

Check ddve belt/pulleys

E (P0wer-Pr0pelled Mowers)

CheckJSharpen/Replace Blade 3

Lubrication Chart V'

Clean Battery/Recharge

(Electric Start Mowers) I_ _4

ECheck Engine Oil Level !/

NChange Engine Oil Ij/1,2

GClean Air Filter ii/=

I Inspect Muffler i##

N Clean or Replace Spark Plug

E ReplaceAirFilterPaperCartridge I/2

1 - Changerr_ceonen whenoperatingundera heavyloadof inh_ghambienttemperatures.

2-_mcreoften whenoper_ng In d_dyordusly cond_Jons.

3-Replacebladesrnoreoftenwhen rno_ng in sandysoil.

4-Charge48 hoursedend of w.

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 dean/new

air filterelement 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 "LUBRICATION

CHART'S.

LUBRICATION CHART

Wheel

adjusters

Brake spring

_gineoil

(_) Rear

door (_) Handle bracket

hinge mountingpin

(_ SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) SAE 30 MOTOR OIL. REFER TO

ENGINE -MAINTENANCE SECTION.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubncants will attract

dust and dirtthat will shorten the life of the self

lubricating bearings. If you feel _ey must be

,lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite

type lubricant sparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NUMBER 917.388290

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

HORSEPOWER: 5.5

GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

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

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

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

VALVE CLEARANCE: 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

Always observe safety rules when performing

any maintenance.

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 damaqe.

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 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 your hands with gloves and/or

wrap blade with heavy cloth.

• Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise.

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 _olade 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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