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Page 1: ...MOWEI_ Model No 917 388351 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 VisitourCraftsmanwebsite www sears com craftsman ...

Page 2: ...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 Dept 817 WA Hoffman Estates Illinois 60179 Safety standards require operator presence control to minimize the risk of injury Your unit is equipped with cuch controls do not attempt to defeat the function ...

Page 3: ...nal injury may result Do not operate your mower if itvibrates abnormally Excessive vibration is an indicationof 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 pullingthe mower towards you Mow across the face of slopes never up and down or you might lose your footing Do not mow excess...

Page 4: ...u 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 n...

Page 5: ...r handle and tighten both handle knobs Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort Refer to Adjust Handle in the Service manual and Adjustments section of this manual Operator presence control bar Upper handle Mowing position TO INSTALL AI rACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulch...

Page 6: ... Engine zone control cable Handle filler cap Engine oil ca with dipstick Mulcher door Lawn mower housing IMPORTANT This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the Wheel adjuster engine on each wheel II I I II I MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Instituteand the U S Consumer Product ...

Page 7: ...ve 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 TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulch...

Page 8: ... 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...

Page 9: ...all 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 recurring action of the blades Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your l...

Page 10: ...eceive 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 cl...

Page 11: ...n 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 t...

Page 12: ...multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil 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 one year Check the cran...

Page 13: ...o clean lawn mower unless the electrical system muffler air tilter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in shortened engine life CAUTION Before performing any service or adjustments Release control bar and stop engine Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in conta...

Page 14: ...the engine is runningtoo fast or too slow take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will notbe used for 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 Clean entir...

Page 15: ...e ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil Replace with new spark plug OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems If possible store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt Cover y...

Page 16: ...venting air 1 Grass is too high or wheel height is too low 2 Rear of lawn mower housing or blade dragging in g_ 3 Grass catcher too full 4 Handle height position not rightfor you CORRECTION 1 Setto Higher Cut position 2 Set to Higher Cut pos _ion 3 Clean replace air filter 4 Clean underside of mower housing 5 Check oil level 6 Cut at slower walking speed 1 Replace blade 13ghten blade belt 2 Set al...

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Page 18: ...67 37 14 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NO 917 388351 37 14 34 7 1 i i _ r2 i 21 19 33 20 27 4O 56 ...

Page 19: ...ft Handle Bracket Assembly Right Screw 1 4 20 x 3 8 Hinge Spring Wheel Adjusting Bracket Front Spacer KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 31 165760 Clip on Discharge Guard 32 169421X004 Selector Spring Rear 33 87877 Selector Knob 34 165762X004 Axle Arm Assembly LR 36 160828 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 37 151157 Wheel Assembly 39 83923 Flanged Locknut 40 77400 Hubcap 41 88652 Hinge Screw 42 165766 Spdng LH 43 165...

Page 20: ...CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143 996004 400 135 130 119 126 125 3O 182 185 178 46 298 3O5 36 ...

Page 21: ...35647 Mounting Flange Incl 72 thru 306 36996 83 306 307 35499 Oil Drain Plug IncL 73 309 650562 Drain Plug Gasket 310 35648 Oil Seal 313 34080 Governor Shaft 325 37152 Washer 370A 36261 Governor Gear Ass y Incl 81 370C 37199 Governor Spool 370K 36695 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 380 640174 Flywheel Key 390 590737 Flywheel 400 36792B BelleviUe Washer Flywheel Nut 416 36085 Solid State Ignition Spark Plug C...

Page 22: ... Incl 184 of Engine Parts List Throttle Shaft Lever Assembly Throttle Retum Spring Dust Seal Washer Dust Seal Throttler Throttle Shutter Shutter Screw Fuel Fitting Throttle Crack Screw Idle Speed Screw Tension Spring Idle Restdctor Screw Idle Restrictor Screw Cap Float Bowl Float Shaft Float Float Bowl O Ring Inlet Needle Seat Clip Incl 31 Spring Clip Primer Bulb Retainer Ring Main Nozzle Tube Car...

Page 23: ...r Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley Rewind Spring Ass y Starter Housing Ass y 40 degree grommet Starter Rope 98 X 9 64 dia Starter Handle KEY PART NO NO 590737 3 590740 6 590616 7 590617 8 590618A 11 590687A 12 590535 13 590701 14 590760 DESCRIPTION Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley Rewind Spring Ass y Starter Housing Ass y 40 degree grommet Starter Rope Length ...

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