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Owner's Manual ICRAFTSMAN°I ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.0 Horsepower 22" Rear Discharge Model No. 917.377133 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions beforeoperatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
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10-13 Sears Service ...... Back Cover LIMITED "I-WO 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...
I. GENERAL OPERATION • If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) • Read, understand, and follow all and check immediately for the cause. instructions on the machine and in the Vibration is generally a warning manual(s) before starting.
IV. SERVICE • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Use extra care in handling gasoline • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or and other fuels. They are flammable other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel and vapors are explosive.
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Read these instructions and this manual HOW TO SET UPYOUR LAWN in its entirety before you attempt MOWER assemble or operate your new lawn TO UNFOLD HANDLE mower. IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is as not to pinch or damage control cables. shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE 1.
KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALANDALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswithyour lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future use. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the...
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The operationof _O \ Operator pr _nce control bar Drive any lawn mower can result in foreign control 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.
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TO EMPTYGRASSCATCHER 1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill is clean. 1. Lift up on grasscatcherusingthe frame handle. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout. 2. Removegrass catcherwith clippings Make sure that rim of spout is clean. from under lawn mowerhandle.
TO START ENGINE To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off with water and let dry before using. NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the • Keep top of engine around starter clear engine, a small amount of smoke may be and clean of grass clippings and chaff.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity/Type: 1.6 Quarts (unleaded regular) Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19LM4 or J19LM Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs. The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the mower housing.
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ENGINE GRASS CATCHER LUBRICATION • The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used. Use only high quality detergent oil rated • Check your grass catcher often for with API service classification SF-SJ. damage or deterioration. Through Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade normal use it will wear.
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MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
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TO ADJUST HANDLE A WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or adjust- The handle can be mounted in a high or ments: low position. The mounting holes in the 1. Release control bar and stop engine. bottom of lower handle are off center for Make sure the blade and all moving raising or lowering the handle.
_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that the engine is running too fast mower without clipping deflector or too slow, take your lawn mower to a approved grass catcher in place. Never Sears or other qualified service center for attempt to operate the lawn mower with repair and adjustment.
ENGINE ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent the Maintenance section of this manual). gum deposits from forming in essential CYLINDER fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel Remove spark plug.
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TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Rear of lawn mower Loss of power 1. Set to =Higher Cut" housing or cutting blade position. dragging in heavy grass. 2. Set to "Higher Cut" 2.
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GARANT{A LIMITADA DE DOS AI_IOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) afios, a parUr de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine segt_n las instrucciones para la operaoi6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del duefio, Sears reparar&...
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I. OPERAClON II. OPERACION SOBRE I.AS CUESTAS Los accidentes ocurren con m_s fracuencia • Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse en las cuestas. Estos accidentes ocurren completamente con los controles y el uso debido a resbaladas o cat'das, las cuales correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer y comprender todas las instrucciones que pueden resultar en graves lesiones.
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• Nunca haga funcionar una mdquina dentro • Pare e inspeccione el equipo si le pega a un de un drea cerrada. objeto. Repdrelo, si es necesario, antes de hacerlo arrancar. • Nunca haga ajustes o reparaciones mientras el motor est_ en marcha. •...
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COMO PREPARAR SU SEGADORA Lea estas instrucciones y el manual completamente antes de tratar de montar u PARA DESDOBLAR EL MANGO operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Despliegue el mango con IMPORTANTE: ESTE CORTACESPED VIENE mucho cuidado para no pellizcar o da_ar los SIN ACEITE O GASOLINA EN MOTOR.
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FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEllO Y I.AS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la Iiteratura proporcionada con el producto.
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Barra de control € _ exige la presencia del operador segadora puede hacer que Control de la salten objetos extraSos dentro impulsi6n La operaci6n de cualquier de sue ojos, Io que puede producir dames graves en 6stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o PAPA 3GNTRGL protecci6n para los ojos mientras opere su...
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PARA VACIAR EL RECOGEDOR DE Remueva la varila medidora de aceite del tubo de desarga de aceite. Asegdrese que CESPED el borde del tubo de relleno de aceite este 1. Levante el recogedor de c_sped usando el limpio. mango del bastidor. Usted recibe un envase de aceite con la Remueva el recogedor de cdsped, con los unidad.
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trasera, elegue en le direccibn en que giran Tapadel las manillas del reloj, solapando un poco deposito de aceite pare recaudar los recortes en la prSxima pasada. • Los poros en los recogedores de c_sped de tela pueden Ilenarse con mugre y polvo con el uso y los recogedores recaudardn menos cdsped.
RV,C,O Revisar si ha}/sujetadores sueitos Limpiarhnspeccionar el recogedor de c_sped (si viene equipado) i,#_ Limpiar la sogadora AG Limpiar debaio de la cubieda de la trans- misi6n (segadoras con podor propulsor) I II/ sadas (se_adoras con podor propulsor) Revisar las correas y las p01eas impul- Revlsar o/afnar/cambiar la cuchilla ll_ 3 Tabla de lubdcaci6n...
ESPECIFICAClONES DEL PRODUCTO Ndmero de serie: Fecha de compra: Capacidad y tipo de gasolina: 1.6 cuartos (regular sin plomo) SAE 30 (sobre 32°F);SAE 5W-30 (debajo 32°F) Tipo de aceite (API-SF-SJ): 20 onzas Capacidad de aceite: Bujia (abertura: .030") Champion RJ19LM o J19LM 35-40 FT, LBS.
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MOTOR RECOGEDOR DE CESPED • El recogedor de c_sped puede ser rociado LUBRICAClON con el agua de la manguera pero tiene que Use solamente aceite de detergente de alta estar seco cuando se vaya a usar. calidad clasificado con la clasificaci6n SF-SJ •...
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SILENCIADOR Inspeccione y cambie el silenciador si estd correfdo puede producir un peligro de incendio y/o dafio. BUJ|AS Cambie las bujias al comienzo de cada temporada de siega o despu_s de cada 100 horas de operaci6n, Io que suceda pfimero. El tJpode bujfa y el ajuste de la abertura aparecen en "ESPECIFICACIONES PRODUCTO"...
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PARA AJUSTAR EL MANGO _ADVERTENClA: Para evitar lesi6nes El mango puede ser montado a una posici6n serias, antes de dar calquier servico o de alta o baja. Los agujeros de montaje en el hacer ajustes: mango inferior estdn fuera del centro para 1.
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motor pues sa pueden producir lesiones _i, PRECAUClON: No ha_la funcionar su personales. Si cree qua el motor est& segadora sin el desviador _e recortes o sin el funcionando demasiado rdpido o demasiado racogedor de c6sped, aprobados, en su lento, Ileve su segadora amas con su centro lugar.
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estanque de gasolina y el carburador si se MOTOR estd usando estabilizador de combustible. SISTEMA DE COMBUSTIBLE ACEITE DEL MOTOR IMPORTANTE: Es importante evitar que se Drone el aceite (con el motor caliente) y formen depositos de coma en panes cdmbielo con aceite de motor limpio.
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PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCI(_N Falta de 3. Velocidad del motor lenta. Limpie/cambie el filtro de aim. fuerza Acumulacibn de c_sped, hojas Limpie la parte inferior de la caja de la (continuado) o basura debajo de la segadora segadora. Demasiado aceite en el motor. Revise el nivel del aceite.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.377133 °...
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.377133 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 166860X479 Upper Handle 851514 BladeAdapter 141114 Blade22' 130861 Engine Zone Control Cable 851074 HardenedWasher 150425 Mulcher Plug WireTie 66426 850263 Helical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8 Handle Knob 136376 851084 Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.377133...
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.377133 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 145755 Control Cable Assembly 154990 DriveCover 751152 Locknut #10-24 132010 Hex Flange Nut 158755 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2.12 137052 Drive Pulley 146527 V-Belt 151521 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left) 150495 Spring Retainer 702511...
ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.377133 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY- PART NUMBER 702511 PART DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 137053 Shifter 57072 Seal 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Numbers 4 and 7) 77881 Bearing 137051 Worm Shaft...
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BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 2640-B1 I1019 LABEL KIT I 684'_ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET "k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. I1058 OWNER'S MANUAL !
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BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 2640-B1 ,63_ 977CARBURETOR 706 @ GASKET SET 7°8_6Q 137276_ 127_ 1121CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT _117_ 276 7o_ 163_...
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BRIGGS & STRA'I'I'ON MODEL NUMBER 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 2640-B1 592_ 689_ 456_ 5978 I 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL...
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BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 2640-B1 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 842_ 524_ 334_ 745 _' 92_21_ KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 692315 Flywheel 493260 Cylinder Assembly 222698 Key-Flywheel 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal 499429 Piston Assembly (Standard) 299819 •...
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BRIGGS & STRA'I-FON MODEL NUMBER 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 2640-B1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 262652 Valve-Intake 495264 Dipstick 691270 Spring-Valve (intake) 692296 • Seal-Dipstick Tube Tube-Dipstick 691270 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 495265 Grommet 692194 Retainer-Valve 691923 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 691997 Slinger-Governor/Oil 92613 Cover-Breather...
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For repair of major brandappliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter whosold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME e) AnylJme, dayornight (1-800469-4663) (U.S.A.and _) For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Pads and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Any_me, dayorn_j_t ( U.S_.