Craftsman 917.388611 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

ICRAFT$1VlAN°I

6.75 HORSEPOWER

21" REAR DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.388611

• 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, IL 60179

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

Warranty ................................................. 2 Product Specifications .......................... 11

Safety Rules ........................................ 2-4 Service and Adjustments ...................... 14

Assembly ................................................ 5 Storage ............................................ 15-16

Operation ............................................. 6-9 Troubleshooting .............................. 16-17

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 10 Repair Parts ..................................... 34-39

Maintenance .................................... 10-13 Parts Ordering ........................ Sack 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 work-

manship.

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

appries for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, includingbent

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 isin 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

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

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

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionson the machine and in the

manual(s) before starting. Be thor-

oughly familiar with the controls and

the proper use of the machine before

starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the

discharge opening at all times.

• Onty allow responsible individuals,

who are familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

recks, toys, wire, bones, sticks,etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown

by the blade.

•Be sure the area isclear ofother

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Do not operate the mower when

barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Always wear substantial foot wear.

•Do net pull mower backwards unless

absolutely necessary. Always look

down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

•Do not operate the mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or

other safety protective devices in place.

•See manufacturer's instructionsfor

proper operation and installation of

accessories. Only use accessories

approved by the manufacturer,

•Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

drivas,walks, or roads,

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment, before cleaning

the mower or unclogging the chute.

•Shut the engine (motor) off and wait

untilthe blade comes to complete stop

before removing grass catcher.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do notoperate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Never operate machine in wet grass.

Always be sure of your footing: keep a

firm hold on the handle and walk; never

run.

• Disengage the self-propelled mecha-

nismor drive clutch on mowers so

equipped before starting the engine

(motor).

•If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally awarning of

trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when

operating mower.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip

and tall accidents which can result in

severe injury. All slopes require extra

caution. If you feel uneasy on aslope, 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 drep-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

•Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

footing oouTd cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragicaccidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence ofchildren.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing acUvity.Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep childrenout 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

chiJdren.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, 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 from the plug to prevent acciden-

tal starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment ifyou

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never attempt to make wheel height

adjustments while the engine (motor) is

running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

aUow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Do not change the engine governor

setting or overspeed the engine.

_,Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTION!I! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

• , CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents,and certain vehicle

components contain or emit Chemicals

known tothe State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

ACAUTION: 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.

These accessoriRswere availablewhen thislawn rnc_v_rwas produced. They are not

shipped with your mower.Theyare alsoavailableat most Searsretailoutletsand service

centers. MostSears storescanalsoo_derrepairpartsfor you, whenyou providethemodel

numberof yourlawnmower. Some of these accessodRsmaynot applytoyourlawnmower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS

GRASS CATCHERS GRASS CATCHERS

FOR FOR

REAR DISCHARGE SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS ENGINE OIL

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

Read these instructions and this manuar

in its entirety before you attempt to

assemble or operate your new lawn

mower.

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is

shippedWITHOUT 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. All parts such as nuts,

washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com-

plete the assembly have been placed in

the parts bag. 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.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

1. Remove loose parts included with

mower.

2. Cut down two end comers of carton

and lay end panel down flat.

3. Remove all packing matedals 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 thorougryfor additional

loose pads.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as notto pinch or damage control cables.

1. Raise handles until lower handle

section locks intoplace in mowing

position.

2. Remove protective padding, raise

upper handle section into place on

lower handle and tighten both handle

knobs.

3. Remove handle padding holding

operator presence control bar to

upper handle.

Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted

for your mowing comfort. Refer to "AD-

JUST HANDLE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

control bar

Upper

Lift u

posiUon

Lower handle

TO INSTALL ATrACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as a mulcher. To convert mower

to bagging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER"

in the Operation section of this manual,

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 end understand their meaning,

I' 1

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

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

zone control cable

Gasoline filler cap

Airfilter

Grass

Engine oil cap with dipstick,

Primer

Muffler

Housing

Wheeladjuster

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped (oneachwheel)

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

Amedcan 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 Primer -pumps additional fuel from the

held down to the handle to start the carburetor to the cylinder for use when

engine. Release to stop the engine, starting a cold engine.

Starter handle - used for starting the

engine. 6

Theoperationofanylawn

mowercan result in foreign

ob eels thrown into the

eyes, which can resull 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

ENGINE SPEED

The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimumperformance. Speed is not

adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

_kCAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine control to be installed on this

lawn mower in order to minimize the risk

of blade contact injury, Do notunder 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

requiresthe operator to be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle to start

and operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST cu'rrlNG HEIGHT

Raise wheels for low cut and lower

wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height

to suit your requirements. Medium

positionis 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.

LowerWheelsforHighCut __

RaiseWheelstot Low C_ Lever

TO CONVERT MOWER

Yourlawn mower was shippedready tobe

usedasa mulcher. Toconvertto bagging:

REAR BAGGING

• Uff rear door of the lawn mower and place

the grass catcher frame hooks ontothe

door pivotpins.

•To converttomulchingoperation, remove

grass catcherand dose rear door.

_.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.

Pivot Rear Grass

catcher

handle

Catcher frame hook

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

1. Lift up on grass catcher using the

frame handle.

2. Remove grass catcher with clippings

from under lawn mower handle.

3. Empty clippings from bag using both

frame handle and bag handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when

emptying; itwill cause unnecessary wear.

frame

handle

Bag I

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL

Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in

the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil.

For type and grade of oilto use, see

"ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this

manual.

f. Be sure lawnmower is level and area

around oil fill is clean.

2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the

full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly.

Do not over fill.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine

for accurate readir',g.To read proper leve_,

tighten engine oil cap, then remove it to

read the dipstick.

3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

•Check oil level before each use. Add

oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

• 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.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fillfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. Do not mix oil with gaso-

line. Purchase fuel in quantities that

can be used within 30 days to assure

fuel freshness.

_.WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol b_ended fuels (called 9asohol 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 untilthe fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season, See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

ACAUTION: Fillto bottom of gas tank

tiller neck. Do not overfill. Wipe offany

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

• Gasoline

fillercap

Engine

oilcap

TO START ENGINE

NOTE: Due to protectivecoatings on the

engine, a small amount of smoke may be

present duringthe initial use of the

product and should be considered

normal.

1. To start a cold engine, push primer

three (3) 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.

2. Hold operator presence control bar

down to the handle and pull starter

handle quickly. Do not anow starter

rope to snap back.

TO STOP ENGINE

• To stop engine, release operator

presence control bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be

necessary to repeat pdming steps. In

warmer weather over priming may cause

flooding and engine will not start. Ifyou

do flood engine, wait a few minutes

before attempting to start and do not

repeat primim:jsteps.

MOWINGTIPS

•Under certain conditions,such as very

tallgrass, it may be necessary to raise

the height of cut to reduce pushing

effortand 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 arear discharge lawn

mower in moist,heavy grass, clumps of

cut grass may not enter the grass

catcher. Reduce ground speed

(pushingspeed) and/or run the lawn

mower over the area a second time.

•If a trail of clippingsis left onthe right

side of a rear discharge mower, mow in

a clockwise direction with a small

ovedap 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, regularlyhose catcher

off with water and let dry before using.

•Keep top of engine around starter clear

and clean of grass clippingsand chaff.

This will help engine air flow and

extend engine life.

MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of buiIFup

grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the

Maintenance section of this manual.

•The special mulchingblade 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 recutling actionof the blades.

•Avoid cuttingyour lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn isthe early

affemoon. At thistime 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

reavingclumps of mulched grass. For

extremely heavy mulching, reduce your

width of cut by overlapping previously

cut path and mow slowly.

• 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 cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to southone week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

MA,NTENANCESC.EOULE

ROGO R0RV,CB

Check for Loose Fasteners ¥/ I 1_

ClearVInspect Grass Catcher

It Equipped) i/ ll/ i/

MClean Lawn Mower ll/ _'

Clean Under Drive CoverIPower-Propelled Mowers)

Check ddve belt/pulleys

E (Power-Propelled Mowers) I_

ChecWSharpeIVReplace Blade _,/_

Lubrication Chart _' f#/

Clean Batter//Recharge

Electric Start Mowers'_ V / t,J4

E Check Engine Oil Level

N Change En_line Oil 1_.2

GClean Air Filter _2

I Inspect Muffler _'

NClean or Replace Spark Plug t/

EReplace Air Filter Paper Cartridge i,/2

1.Chsnoe more often when operating urtdet a heavy load Or in high aml_erd lemperalure$

2-Service more o_lenwhen operating in ditty or dusly_ditionJ=,

3-Replace blades more o_en when mowingin sandy _oII,

4 - Charge 48 houm al e_ of season.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does

not cover items that have been subjected

to operator abuse or negfigence. 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,

clean or replace air filter element and

check blade for wear. A new spark

plug and clean/new air filter element

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

•Follow the maintenance schedule in

this manual.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) Wheeladjuster

(_) Handle bracket mounting pins

(_) Spray lubricant

(_) Brake

spdng

bracket

Rear

door hinge

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI-

CATION CHART').

_) See "ENGINE" In Maintenance section.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease

plastic wheel bearings. Viscous

lubricants willattract dust and dirt that

will shorten the life of the self-lubricat-

ing bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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