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Page 1: ...ARY LAWN MOWER Model No 917 377523 Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Espafiol Repair Parts CAUTION Read and follow all Safety Rulesand Instructions before operatingthis equipment Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman ...

Page 2: ...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 Safety standard s require operator presence controls to mimimize the risk of injury Your unit is equipped with such controls Do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator presence controls under any ...

Page 3: ...r 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 exces sively steep slopes Use caution when ...

Page 4: ...xception 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...

Page 5: ...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 You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflector To return to mulching operation install mulcher plug into discharge opening of mower Mulcher plug _I CAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plug in place or approved clipping deflector or grass ...

Page 6: ...using Mulcher plug Gasoline Primer IMPORTANT This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine Drive cover Wheel adjuster on every 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 Commis sion The blade turns when the engine is running Operat...

Page 7: ...rements 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 Lower Wheels for High Cut Pl...

Page 8: ...nd discard the debris plug that is inside the tank Fillfuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel 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...

Page 9: ...uilt up grass and trash 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 ...

Page 10: ...ligence 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...

Page 11: ...dapter The key must be in good condition to work properly Replace adapter if damaged 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 tilter and carburetor are up Use a wood block between blade and mower ho...

Page 12: ...d washers Remove wheels from wheel adjusters Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the dust cover pinion and or drive wheel gear teeth Put wheels back in place If after cleaning the drive wheels do not turn freely contact your nearest authorized service center GEAR CASE To keep your drive system working properly the gear case and area around the drive should be kept clean and free of tras...

Page 13: ...rtridge Install cartridge then replace cover making sure the tabs are aligned with the slots in the back plate Fasten screw securely Slots Back Cover tabs Cartridge Cover MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and or dam age SPARK PLUG Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better Set spark plug gap at 030 inch CLEANING IMPO...

Page 14: ...e pulley and rolling belt off it Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel cap up Remove blade Remove debris shield Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft Install new belt by reversing above steps Always use factory approved belt to assure fit and long life TO ADJUST HANDLE The handle can be mounted in a high or low position The mounting holes in the bottom of lower handle are off...

Page 15: ...d grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open Sewn h_ Tubular fram_ _ Sewn hem Flip lid Lower Frame Frames mUe_t s be fully Frame Lower frame handle ENGINE ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set 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 ...

Page 16: ...to fold Hairpin cotter Operator presence control bar Upper Handle Fold forward for storage Fold backward Mowing position ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can a...

Page 17: ...t of fuel 3 Stale fuel 4 Water in fuel 5 Spark plug wire is disconnected 6 Bad spark plug 7 Loose blade or broken blade adapter 8 Control bar in released position 9 Control bar defective 3 4 5 6 Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass Cutting too much grass Dirty air filter Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Too much oil in engine Walldng speed too fast 1 Wor...

Page 18: ...wheel height is too low 2 Rear of lawn mower housing or blade dragging in grass 3 Grass catcher too full 4 Handle height position not nght for you CORRECTION 1 Replace blade lighten blade bolt 2 Contact an authorized service center 1 Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope 2 Contact an authorized service center 3 Replace blade adapter 4 Move lawn mower to cut grass or to ha...

Page 19: ...SERVICE NOTES 36 ...

Page 20: ...apping Screw 1 4 20 x 10 57079 HardanedWasher 1 1 4 11 131484 Clutch Yoke Engagement Bracket 12 700343 Bushing Shifter 13 86447 Plug Seal 14 137050 Helical Gear Gear Case Halves Kit 15 750436X Clutch Jaw Includes Key Nos 4 16 750369 Grease and 7 17 12000003 E Ring Bearing 18 850848 Hi ProKey Worm Shaft 19 81585X004 Spring Bracket Drive Shaft NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch...

Page 21: ...ROTARY LAWN MOWERMODEL NUMBER 917 377523 8 1 13 27 22 J 12 14 23 31 56 35 I0_ 39 1 12 30 37 56 52 3O 27 28 29 41 ...

Page 22: ...1 4 20 61 132001 Rear Skirt 62 134612 Engine Pulley 64 Hi Pro Key 505 Hex Flange Nut 70 700327X007 Wheel 71 17600406 Shoulder Bolt 3 8 16x 1 161058 Spring Washer 171770 Axle Arm Assembly Selector Knob Selector Spdeg 7133303 Spacer 71 33623 Wheel Adjusting Bracket 71 33500 Thread Cutting Screw w Seres 5 16 18 x 3 4 71 33000 Handle Bracket Assembly Left 71 33417 Handle Bracket Assembly Right 7133316...

Page 23: ...ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 377523 54 L _ o o o 18 9 8 18 15 3t 14 16 11 13 ...

Page 24: ...achine Screw 1 4 x 2 12 32 137052 V Belt 35 151521 Spdng Retainer 36 702511 Hubcap 37 137090 Flanged Nut 38 63601 Wheel Tire Assembly 40 75192 E Ring 41 151520 Pinion 53 144747 Dust Cover 54 166069 Felt Washer 55 86012 Washer 1 2 x 1 1 2 x 134 57 144748 Selector Knob Pan Head Tapping Screw 10 24 x 2 3 4 DdveCover Hex Flange Nut Drive Pulley Wheel Adjuster Assembly Left Gear Case Assembly Spring Nu...

Page 25: ...BRIGGS STRATTON MODEL NO 12H802 4 CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO 1978 E1 969_ _ 968 606 843 967 621 92_ _ 258 _971A _163 124 634 _134 110_ 9_ 11oO I ...

Page 26: ...BRIGGS STRATTON MODEL NO 12H802 4 CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO 1978 E1 i __ 572 307 _54 r625 15 0 22 383 635 5 307 306 k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 43 ...

Page 27: ...BRIGGS STRATTON MODEL NO 12HSQ2 4 CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO 1978 E1 _ 670A _ _o _ 634 617 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 202 104 127 110 134 617 634 I 121 CARBURETOR KIT 334 670A 44 ...

Page 28: ...BRIGGS STRATTON MODEL NO 12H802 4 CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO 1978 E1 55 1095 VALVEOVERHAUL GASKET SET 605 930 4S9 51S 461 _332 455 1036 LABEL KIT EMISSION J ...

Page 29: ...n Assembly Standard Size 137 Piston Assy 010 O S Piston Assy 020 O S 163 272653 Piston Assy 030 O S 187 298049 Ring Set Piston 188 398540 Standard Size 188A 94644 Ring Set 010 O S 202 262579 Ring Set 020 03 209 263044 Ring Set 030 O S Lock Piston Pin Pin Piston Standard Size Rod Connecting Standard Size Screw Connecting Rod Valve Exhaust Valve Intake Spring Valve Retainer Valve Spring Tappet Valve...

Page 30: ...x Head Fastener Crank Governor Seal Intake Elbow Bracket Carburetor Switch Stop Tube Fuel Intake Washer Shaft Sold in Kit Only Elbow Spark Plug 670 280512 Spacer Fuel Tank KEY PARr NO NO DESCRIPTION 670A 493823 Spacer Bracket 741 262598 Gear Timing 842 280966 Seal O Ring 843 272616 Sleeve Lever 847 495263 Tube Assembly Oil 851 493880 Terminal Ignition Cable 869 213512 Seat Intake Valve 870 213513 ...

Page 31: ...r the repair or replacement parts you need Call 6 am 11 pm CST 7 days a week PartsDirect sM 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 Hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Cal...

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