Summary of Contents for Craftsman 6.0 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER 917.387402
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Owner's Manual [RRFTXMI:IN" 6.0 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.387402 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • _ Maintenance • EspaSol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman...
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For two years from date of purchase, lubdcated, and tuned up according owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. This Warranty does not cover: •...
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• 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.
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LAWN MOWERS AIR FILTERS BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. • Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thoroughly for additional parts. HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER TO UNFOLD...
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Lift up Lower handle TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS 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.
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature product. Learn and understand their meaning.
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ENGINE ZONE CONTROL ACAUTION: 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.
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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 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 and fill to the full line on the dipstick.
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For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut, mew slowly and raise the rear of the lawn mower one wheel adjuster setting higher than the front. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions...
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In sandy soil 4 - Charge/,43 houm at elld ol I. 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 warrant_ operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual.
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• Turn lawn mower on its side. air filter and carburetor are up. • Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt.
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Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in with a file one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use.
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If the rear deflector becomes damaged, should be replaced. TO ADJUST HANDLE Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your mowing comfort. (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and low. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position.
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Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment.
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30 days or more LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
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Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm. A, CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power • Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. • Cutting too much grass. • Dirtyairfilter. ,o Buildupof grass,leaves, and trash undermower. • Too much oilin engine. • Walkingspeed too fast.
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For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para...
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