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SEARS

CRRFTZMI:IN

MODEL NUMBER 917.373491 OWNER'SMANUAL

* Assembly

- Operation

"Customer

Responsibilities

,Service

"Adjustments

Repair Parts

Caution:

Read and Follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

[

&SAFETY RULES

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK _D

PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING

REPAIRS. IMPORTANT

SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE 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 CIRCUM-

STANCES.

TRAINING:

Read this operator's manual carefully. Become familiar with

the controls and know how to operate your mower properly.

Learn how to quickly stop mower.

Do not allow children to use your mower. Never allow adults

to use mower without proper instructions.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially

small children and pets.

Use mower only as the manufacturer intended and as de-

scribed in this manual.

Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in

any manner. Always have damage repaired before using

your mower.

Do not use accessory attachments that are not recom-

mended by the manufacturer. Use of such attachments may

be hazardous.

Be aware that the mower blade turns when the engine is

running.

Always stop the engine whenever you leave or are not using

your mower, or before crossing driveways, walks, roads, and

any gravel-covered areas.

Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor

allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it.

Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop

the engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all

moving parts have stopped. Then disconnect the spark plug

wire and keep it away from the spark plug to prevent

accidental starting.

*Do not continue to run your mower ifyou hit e foreign object.

Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any dam-

age before restarting and operating you mower.

Do not change the governor settings or overspeed the

engine. Engine damage or personal injury may result.

Do not operate your mower if itvibrates abnormally. Exces-

sive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine,

safely check forthe cause of vibration and repair as required.

PREPARATION: Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are danger-

ous.

Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear it

of all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.

These objects will be thrown by the blad eand can cause

severe injury.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and

while using your mower.

Dress properly. Do not operate mower when barefoot or

wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good

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 excessively steep slopes.

Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or

when changing directions - maintain good footing.

Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,

grass catcher or other safety devices in place.

tractionwhen mowing; MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank

indoors, when the engine is running orwhen the engine is hot.

Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the

gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the

engine.

Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your

mower. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

OPERATION:

Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being

cut. Do not let other interests distract you.

Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never run while operating

your mower. Always be sure of your footing - keep a firm hold

on the handles and walk.

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep

clear of the discharge opening at all times.

Check the blade end the engine mounting bolts often to be

sure they are tightened properly.

Check all bolts, nuts end screws at frequent intervals for

proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi-

tion.

Keep all safety devices in place and working.

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves

or excessive grease and oil.

Check grass catcher often for deterioration end wear and

replace worn bags. Use on!y replacement bags that are

recommended by and comply with specifications of the

manufacturer of your mower.

Always keep a sharp blade on your mower.

Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

Never store mower with fuel in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source

such as e hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. I

IT MEANS - ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED,

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Craftsman Lawn Mower. It has been designed, engineered

and manufactured to give you the best possible de-

pendability and performance.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-

ter/Department. Sears has competent, well trained tech-

nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower

properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917,373491

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF

PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR

OF THE LAWN MOWER HOUSING.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER

AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECiFICATiONS

HORSEPOWER: 5.0

DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 cu. in.

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 1.25 quart

(Unleaded)

OIL (20 oz. Capacity): SAE 30 (Above 32°F

5W30 (Below 32°F)

SPARK PLUG (GAP .030 in.): Champion

(0.76 mm) RJ19LM or

Sears "zz 33312

or STD 361458

or STD 360950

VALVE CLEARANCE: Intake: .008 in.

Exhaust: .008 in.

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: .0125 in.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 ft.-Ibs.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

,Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower.

•Fellow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual.

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

_cc0rding to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owneCs manual, Sears will repair free of charge any

efect in material or workmanship.

if this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from

the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mo_ver blades, blade adapters, belts,

air cleaners and spark plug.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent 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 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., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES .................................................... 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILiTIES ............. 3, 11-14

WARRANTY .......................................................... 3

LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES .......................... 5

ASSEMBLY ........................................................... 6

OPERATION ::........................................................ 7

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .............................. 11

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......................... 15

STORAGE ........................................................... 18

TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................... 19

REPAIR PARTS -LAWN MOWER ................ 20-24

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ............................ 25=27

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ........ BACK COVER

INDEX

Accessories ............................................ 5

Adjustments:

Carburetor .................................. 17

Engine Speed ............................ 17

Handle Height ............................ 17

Height of Cut ................................ 9

Air Filter:

Replacement .............................. 14

Assembly:

Handle .......................................... 6

Grass Catcher .............................. 6

Blade:

Sharpening ................................. 12

Replacement .............................. 12

Controls:

Operator Presence Control Bar_7

Engine Speed Control ................. 8

Customer ResponsibiJities ..... 3, 11-14

Air Filter ...................................... 14

Fuel:

Type ............................................ 10

Storage ....................................... 18

Handle:

Adjustment ................................. 17

Assembly ..................................... 6

Lubrication:

Engine ........................................ 11

Brake Spring Bracket ................ 11

Drive Pawls ................................ 11

Drive Pinions ............................. 11

Handle Bracket Mounting Pin _ 11

Wheel Adjusters ........................ 11

Maintenance Agreement .................... 3

Maintenance Schedule ..................... 11

Mowing Tips ...................................... 10

Oih

Repair Parts

Lawn Mower..., ..................... 20-24

Engine ................................... 25-27

Responsibilities, Customer .._ 3, 11-14

Safety Rules ........................................ 2

Service and Adjustments:

Carburetor .................................. 17

Drive Belt .................................... ! 5

Drive Control .............................. 16

Engine Speed ............................. 17

Handle ........................................ 17

Rear Deflector ............................ 16

Spark Plug ......................................... 14

Specifications ..................................... 3

Starting the Engine ........................... 10

Speed Control .............................. 8

Stopping the Engine ........................ 10

Storage .............................................. 18

Blade Care/Replacement .;.,,,.12 Engine ;;:.::......:::,....:::::,...,....,..:;9 TroubJe Shooting Chart ...:..::.:.;::;,, 19

Drive Wheels .............................. 13 Storage ....................................... 18 W

Engine .......... ".............................. 14

Grass Catcher ............................ 12

Spark Plug ................................. 14

Lubrication ........................................ 11

Engine:

Oil Change ............................ ,... 14

Oil Level ....................................... 9

Oil Type ........................................ 9

Starting ....................................... 10

Storage ....................................... 18

Operation:

Operating Lawn Mower ............... 8

Control Bar ................................... 7

Speed Control .............................. 8

Operator Presence Control Bar ......... 7

Options:

Attachments ................................. 5

Warranty .............................................. 3

Wheels:

LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets,

catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of

your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER

AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABiLiZER

if _awn mower is an electric start CHARGER BATTERY

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

REAR BAG

OPTIONAL

REPLACEMENT

BAG FOR REAR

DISCHARGE

MOWERS

DUST SHIELD

OPTIONAL

CATCHER FOR

DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWER

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

SIDE DISCHARGE CATCHEF

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

BELT BLADE BLADE WHEELS

ADAPTER

LAWN MOWER

COVER

ASSEMBLY

Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety

before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn

mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the

factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled

for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper opera-

tion of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you

assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. All parts

such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete

the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

Remove loose parts included with mower.

Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel

down flat.

=Remove all packing materials except padding be-

tween upper and lower handle and padding holding

operator presence control bar to upper handle.

Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton

thoroughly for additional loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Figs. 1 & 2)

iMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS

NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.

Raise lower handle section to operating position and

align hole in handle with one of three height positioning

holes.

* Insert handle bolt through handle and bracket and

secure with knob.

Repeat for opposite side of handle.

Raise upper handle section to operating position, re-

move protective ,padding and tighten handle knobs

securely:

Remove any packing material from around control bar.

Your handles may be adjusted for your mowing com-

fort. Refer to Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

TO UNSTALL ATTACHMENTS (See Fig, 3)

Your iawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a

mulcher. To convert to bagging, or discharging:

o Open rear door and remove mulcher plate. Store

mulcher plate in a safe place.

You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflec-

tor.

= To return to mulching operation, install mulcher plate

into discharge opening of mower, Be sure al! tabs are

seated properly.

CAUTION." Do not run your mawnmower

without muleher plate in place or ap=

proved clipping deflector or grass

catcher in place. Never attempt to op-

erate the lawn mower with the rear door

removed or propped open.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

LiFT UP

MOWING POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

FiG. t

HANDLE

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET BOLT

KNOB

FiG. 2

MULCHER pLATE " _ TABS

FiG. 3

ASSEMBLY

TO ASSEMBLE &ATTACH GRASS

CATCHER (See Figs. 4 & 5)

° Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part

of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is

outside of the bag top.

Slip vinyl bindings over frame.

NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm

water for a few minutes. If bag gets wet, let it dry before

using.

Lift the rear door on the mower housing and place the

grass catcher frame side hooks onto handle bracket

hooks.

The grass caicher is secured to the lawn mower

housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass

catcher frame.

CATCHER

FRAME

HANDLE

FRAME

OPENING

FIG. 4

TO ASSEMBLE CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

(See Fig. 6)

nstall the deflector bar onto the clipping deflector with

two (2) ca. #10-24 x 3/4" truss head screws, flat

washers and Iocknuts as shown.

Tighten securely.

TO ATTACH CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

(See Fig. 7)

Lift rear door and instal the clipping deflector bar legs

nto the slots of the handle support brackets as shown.

When the rear door is lowered it will rest on the top of

the clipping deflector and secure it to the mower

housing.

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.

REAR DOOR

GRASS

CATCHER

HANDLE

BRACKET)

HOOK

FIG. 5

/DEFLECTOR BAR

TRUSS

HEAD

SCREW

HANDLE

SLOTS

CLIPPING

FIG. 6

DEFLECTOR

BAR"LEG"

FIG. 7

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the

ilJustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this

manual for future reference.

DRIVE l

CONTROL BAR

STARTER

DRIVE SPEED CONTROL

LEVER

HANDLE KNOB

MULCHER PLATE

GASOLINE FILLER CAP

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER

PRIMER

MUFFLER

ENGINE OiL CAP

WITH DIPSTICK

WHEEL AD3USTER , HOUSING

FIG= 8 (ONEACHWHEEL)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to tile safety standards of the American National Standards institute

and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade turns when the engine is running.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR - must be held

down to the handle to start the engine. Release to step the

engine.

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER - located on the side

of the engine which allows you to select either fast (_) or

slow (_) engine speed.

DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER -. used to select the

drive speed of your lawn mower.

PRHMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the

cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.

STARTER HANDLE ,-used for starting the engine.

DRIVE CONTROL LEVER - used to engage power-pro-

pelled forward motion of lawn mower.

MULCHER PLATE - located at the discharge opening,

must be removed when converting to bagging or discharg-

ing operation.

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

The engine speed is controlled by a lever (red knob) located

on the side of the engine. Fast ('_) position is for starting

engine, normal cutting and better grass bagging. Slow

(,_) position is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

CAUTION: Federal regulations require

art engine contromto be installed on this

lawn mower in order to minimize the

A_ risk of blade contact injury, Do not un-

der any circumstances attempt to de-

feat 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 requires the operator to be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

(See Fig. 10)

•To remove grass catcher, release operator presence

control bar to stop engine.

Lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the

handle.

GRASS CATCHER

FRAME HANDLE

• Empty by shaking catcher with open end downward. FIG. 10

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it wil! cause

unnecessary wear. LOWER WHEELS RAISE WHEELS

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 11) FORHiGHCUT FORLOWCUT

•Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut. _ -*"_"_

• Wheels are set in low cut for shipping. Adjust cutting X f-'i'J_

height to suit your requirements. Medium position is =:::::_" //;,_-_ -_'----:_,4l

best for most lawns; _,_'ii_ XX

"To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever to- _%c_'_'_ _

ward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your "-_ I _ _v_.'_ '_

requirements. Be sure all wheels are in the same _ _ 1C,._4(4_f_

setting. _ /;_,_

IFIG. 11

OPERATION

_ - - __ =

GROUND DRmVE FOUR SPEEDS

(See Fig. 12)

You r lawn mower provides four (4) speeds to let you select

the speed that suits you best.

The drive speed control lever can be changed while

you are mowing.

Speeds 1 and 2 are found when the engine speed

control (red) lever is in low position.

Speeds 1 and 2 are for slower, light grass cutting,

trimming and quiet operation.

Speeds 3 and 4 are found when the engine'speed

control (red) lever is in fast (_,) position.

Speed 3 is for slow, heavy/thick grass cutting or

trimming.

Speed 4 is for normal cutting and bagging and for

ground transport.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SHIFT SPEEDS

WITH THE DRIVE BAR ENGAGED UNLESS THE ENGINE

IS RUNNING.

TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM (See Fig. 13)

• Select ground speed by moving drive speed selector

leverto 1-3 or2-4 position and selecting eitherfast (_r_)

or slow (._) engine speed.

• 1-3 is slower and 2-4 is faster.

The ground speed may be selected either when stand-

ing or moving.

° To start forward motion, slowly pull up drive control bar

to the handle.

To slow or stop forward motion, let the drive control bar

move forward away from handle.

. To stop forward motion release drive control bar.

By slightly releasing the drive control bar the drive can

be slowed or "feathered" so you may make turns

around obstacles or at end of rows.

•If the drive is not pulling properly, the drive cable may

need adjusting (See "TO ADJUST DRIVE CON:

TROL" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.) This adjustment may be required after 15

hours of use.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL (See Fig= 14)

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 w/dipstick and fil! to the full line

on the dipstick.

Use20ozs. of oil. Fortypeandgradeofoiltouse, see

"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this

manual.

Pour oil slowly. Do not ove_:fill.

Check oi! level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill

to full line on dipstick.

To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time.

• Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

After the first two (2) hours of mowing, change the oil,

and every 25 hours thereafter. You may need to

change the oil more often underdusty, dirty conditions,

GAS (See Fig, 14)

Fill gasoline tank with fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.

DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASQMNE. BE CAREFUL

NOT TO OVER FILL TANK.

DRIVE SPEED

SELECTOR LEVER

FroG.12

OPERATOR

DRIVE CONTROL /PRF_FN_F

'\ BAR

DRIVE

CONTROL

FEATHERED

FiG, 13

CAP

ENGINE OIL CAP

W/DIPSTICK

FIG. 14

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol 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 stor-

age 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 Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in fue! tank or permanent

damage may occur.

OPERATION

TO START ENGINE

• To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) 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.

• Move engine speed control lever to fast (_) position.

Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle

and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter

rope to snap back.

,To stop engine, release operator presence control bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat

priming steps. In warmer weather over priming may cause

[Iooding and engine will not start. If you do flood engine wait

a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat

priming steps.

MOWING TIPS

o Undercertain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may

be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce

pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine

and leaving clumps of grass clippings.

= 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 ('f_) position.

o When using a rear discharge lawn mower in moist,

heavy grass, clumps of cut grass may not enter the

grass catcher. Reduce ground speed (pushing speed)

and/or run the lawn mowerover the area a second time.

= If a trail of clippings is left on the right side of a rear

discharge mower, mow in a clockwise direction with a

small overlap to collect the clippings on the next pass.

o Pores in cloth grass catchers can becomefilled with dirt

and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass.

To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off with water

and let dry before using.

• Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of

grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air flow

and extend engine life.

FiG. 15

MULCHING MOWING TiPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. SEE "CLEANING" IN CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.

•The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip=

pings 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 recutting action of the

blades.

o 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 lawn is the early afternoon.

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

will not be exposed to the direct sun.

...................................................................

so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third

of the grass blades (See Fig. 15). If the lawn is

overgrown it wil! be necessary to raise the height of cut

to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading

the engine and leaving clumps 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 re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-

pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week. This wilt help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES

Check for Loose Fasteners

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(if Equipped)

Clean Lawn Mower

Inspect/Clean Drive Wheels

(Self-Propelled Mowers)

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade

Lubrication Chart

Clean Battery/Recharge

(Electric Start Mowers)

Check Engine Oi! Level

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Inspect Muffler

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambien[ temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 _ Charge 48 hours at end of season.

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 warranty, operator must maintain

mower as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain

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 clean/new air filter element assures proper air-fuel

mixture and helps your engine run better and tast

longer.

Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engine oil level.

Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRUCATION

Keep unit welt lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART").

LUBRICATmON CHART

(_ WHEEL ADJUSTERS

(_BRAKE

SPRING

BRACKET

) ENGINE OiL

(_ DR}VE PAWLS

O DRIVE PIN_ONS

(_ SPRAY LUBRtCANT

(_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSJBIUT_ES"ENGgNE"

SECTION.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL

BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS W_LL ATTRACT

DUST AND Dt.RT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF

THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL

THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY,

POWERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES

LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

TIRES

* Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

oAvoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Re-

place bent or damaged blades.

TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. 16)

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

o 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. Use

a 9/16" box or open-end wrench.

• Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt, lock

washer and hardened washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the key

inside hub of blade adapter. The key must be in good

condition to work properly. Replace adapter if damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig, 16)

Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft.

CRANK-

SHAFT&

BLADE /

ADAPTER

DETAIL BLADE HARDENED

ADAPTER

KEY

EDGE

BLADE

_BOLT

CRANK-

SHAFT \

KEYWAY LOCK WASHER BLADE ADAPTER

FIG. 16

TO SHARPEN BLADE

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn

mower or engine.

, The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam oF

wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nai! ex _

posed. Place center hole of blade over the head of the

nail. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a

horizontal position. ]f either end of the blade moves

downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are

aligned.

Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2)

holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter.

• Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp

edge) is up toward the engine.

°install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened

washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.

Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower

housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.

o The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. Ibs.

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

GRASS CATCHER

The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must

be dry when used.

Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterio _

ration. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher

needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer

approved replacement catcher. Give the lawn mower

model number when ordering.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if

you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

DRIVE WHEELS (See Fig. 17)

Check rear orwe wneels each time you mow to be sure they

move freely. The wheels not turning freely means trash,

grass cuttings, etc.. may be inside the drive wheel and dust

cover area and must be cleaned out to free drive wheels.

If necessary to clean the drive wheels, check both rear

wheels.

Remove hubcaps and Iocknuts.

Remove wheels from wneeJ aajuster axles.

Remove any trasn or grass cuttings frorr inside the

dust cover, pinion and/or drive wheel gear teeth.

If you remove the drive pinions and pawls, be sure not

to damage the pinion seal upon reinstalling the pinions.

Clean and lubricate with grease before reinstalling.

Refer to Fig. 18 for correct assembly of drive pawl.

The 3inion gear must be installed with the left gear on

the left side and with the right gear on the nght side,

from an ooerator's view.

The olnfon gear is stamoed with an "L" (left) or "R"

[ngn U on the inside. If installed incorrectly, the drive

system will not work.

Place wheels back on aujus_er axJes.

Replace Iocknuts and hubcaps.

NOTE: Pinions and drive pawls should De cleaned and

lubricated with grease approximately every 25 hours or

once a year.

LOCKNUT WAVE WASHER I _'_

WASHER _" _

COSTCOVER

FIG. 17

TOP OF MOWER

_RONT OF MOWER

DRIVE PAWL

DRIVE SHAFT

FiG. 18

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with AP] service

classification SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

_F -20° 0° 30 o 32 ° 40° 60 _ 80° 100 °

°C-30_ -2'0° -10 ° 0° 10 ° 20 ° 40"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc:)

improve starting in cold weather, these multiwiscosity 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 !ow on oil. '

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawn

mower is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil

plug securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 19)

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

• Remove engine oi! cap; lay aside on a clean surface.

•Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable

container, Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove

any oil trapped inside of engine.

, Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of

engine.

FiG. t 9

TURN

J \ CLOCKWISE

_ _":_'_._"_'_.'_. _ TO REMOVE

SLOT

/c.ocK ,

AIR FILTER COVER TO TIGHTEN

FDG. 20

SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make your engine

dipst!ck. DO NOT OVER FILL.

Replace engine oil cap.

Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

AiR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by

using a dirty air filter.

Replace the air filter every year, more often if you mow in

very dusty, dirty conditions. Do not wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig. 20)

Remove the air filter cover by turning counterclockwise

to the stop and pull away from collar.

Remove filter from inside of cover,

, Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove

any dirt accumulation.

Insert new filter into cover.

Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab

with the slot.

, Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a

fire hazard and/or damage.

Fill engine With OiL Fill 0nly to the "FULL" line On the start easier and run better: Set spark p]ug gap at .030 inch.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEF

HOUSING FREE OF SUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH

CLEAN THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER AFTEF

EACH USE.

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire I

from spark plug and prancewire where it

cannot come in contact with the spark I

Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and

carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn

mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and

trash.

• Clean engine often to keep trash from accumu!ating. A

clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

•We DO NOT recommend using a garden hose to clear"

lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, aft

filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

JA_ _ Release control bar and stop engine.

I _ Make sure the blade and al_ moving parts have completely stopped.

,Disconnect spark pJug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 21=24)

Lift rear door and remove grass bag, itwill be helpful if

you temporarily block the rear door open,

Locate belt tension spring and spring retainer on back

side of lawn mower,

Lift the spring retainer upward and pull rearward so end

of retainer slides into slot in access cover, releasing

spnng _ension. Unhook spring retainer from end of

spnng and set aside.

Remove plastic access cover by pushing down on its top

sudace to disengage top hooks - pull cover to rear and

liftUP.

Turn lawn mower on its right side.

Remove skirt rod, skirt, and drive shield.

Loosen engine bolt holding belt snubber and s!ip belt off

engine pulley.

Till driven pulley and drive assembly rearward and slip

belt from beneath be!t keeper and off of driven pulley.

Slip belt forward out of plastic baffle and over blade to

remove.

To install belt, slip belt over blade, push up under plastic

baffle and s p under belt keeper onto driven pulley. Tilt

drive assembly forward to allow belt to seat into engine

Du!ley. Readjust engine pulley belt snubber and tighten

bolt ......

Tilt driven pull.ey and drive assembly rearward and hold.

Insert spring retainer th rough access cover slot and into

PaCKaccess opening to hook retainer onto spring end.

While holding tension on the spring with the retainer,

install access cover by placing lower tabs into position.

Pul retainer out unUI end clears the access cover and

pivot down to lock retainer in place.

Reassemble drive shield, skirt and skirt rod.

REAR DOOR

DOOR

PROP

ACCESS COVER

BACK ACCESS

OPENING

LOCKNUT

!TOP HOOKS

I_/A_ SPRING

RETAINER

ACCESS COVER

SLOT

FIG. 22

ENGINEPULLEY BELT SNUBBER

,,r

DRIVEN

PULLEY

PLASTIC

BELT

FIG. 23

BELT _ ENGINE

SNUBBER %, k.J_X.J__,_ MOUNTING

T -

APPRO×. 1/32" (_,_

FiG. 24

FiG. 21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST DR_VE CONTROL

(See Figs. 24=26 )

• To check for proper adjustment of drive control, slowly

pull down on the drive lever while pulling lawn mower

backwards until rear wheels stop turning.

.When rear wheels stop turning, hold the drive lever and

check the dimension as shown in Fig. 25.

,The drive control is properly adjusted when the mea-

surement over the handle and drive lever is approxi-

mately 2-1/2". Ifthe measurement is less than 3" adjust

drive control cable.

The drive control adjuster is the hex shaped fitting at

the front of the drive speed control, where cable enters

control box (See Fig. 26)

• To make the drive control adjustment, use a 5/16"

wrench or pliers to turn the adjusting sleeve clockwise

from operator position.

This adjustment should be checked after approxi-

mately 25 hours of operation.

If after several adjustments no further adjustment is

left, the drive wheel must be replaced.

NOTE: Through normal use the drive wheel wil! wear.

If you have problems making the described adjust-

ments, contact your nearest authorized service center/

department.

DRIVE SPEED CONTROL RANGE

OPERATOR

PRESENCE

CONTROL BAR _

/)72 uPPER

_HANDLE

FIG. 25

_" TURN SLEEVE

TO ADJUST

DRIVE

CONTROL

CABLE

The speed control range is properly set at the factory and FIG. 26

should not require additional adjustment. If you feel the

speed adjustment is incorrect or speed control does not

work properly contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of

your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility

that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the lawn mower

into the operator's mowing position.

If the rear deflector becomes damaged, it should be re-

placed.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Fig. 27)

The handle on your lawn mower has three (3) height

positions - adjust to height that suits you.

•Remove knob and carriage bolt on one side ofthe lower

handle.

While holding handle assembly, remove knob and

carriage bolt from opposite side, align hole in handle

with desired hole in handle bracket and reassemble

bolt and knob and tighten securely.

• Align opposite side of handle with same positioning

hole and secure with bolt and knob.

ENGINE

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for

mixture control. If your engine does not operate properly

due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn

mower to an authorized service center/department for

repair and/or adjustment.

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 your engine is running too fast ortoo slow,

take your lawn mower to an authorized service center/

department for repair and/or adjustment.

HANDLE

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

KNOB

FIG. 27

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the

end of the season or if the unit will not be 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 entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are

securelyfastened. Inspect movingpartsfordamage,

breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

HANDLE (See Fig. 28)

You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage.

Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on sides of the upper

handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear.

Remove the two (2) handle knobs and carriage bolts on

sides of the lower handle and pivot entire handle

assembly forward and allow it to rest on mower.

• Reinstall knobs and carriage bolts to lower handle or

handle brackets for safe keeping.

When setting up your handle from the storage position

the lower handle will require manually locking into the

mowing position.

IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR

STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD

THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE

CONTROL CABLES.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROL BAR

UPPER HANDLE

FOLD FORWARD

FOR STORAGE

FOLD BACKWARD

MOWING

POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

F_G. 28

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,

EXPERJENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF_,CIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

Drain the fuel tank.

Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.

° Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGiNE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYUNDER

Remove spark plug.

Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole

into cylinden

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 g_soline 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 your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust.

iMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWERWHILEENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

REPAIR PARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER- -MODEL NO. 917.373491

03O

17 12 43 __

49i

47.

46_

REPAIR PARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER = =MODEL NO. 917,373491

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO, NO. NO, NO.

DESCRiPTiON

1 700618

2 STD541425

3 701539

4 851625

5 88536

6 851185

7 701036

8 701275

9 701050

!0 132004

11 52784

12 69180

13 751266

14 132001

15 701162

16 74350424

!7 87692

18 54583

19 132670X479

20 700619

21 86055

22 131959

23 66426

24 85827

25 750579X479

26 STD541431

27 752183X

28 73510400

30 752100X479

31 752102X47g

35 750619

36 750620

37 128554

38 750674

39 851639

40 750672X479

41 851552

42 752295

43 85463

44 77400

45 85179

Operator Presence Control Bar

Locknut 1/4-20

Clipping Deflector

Deflector Bar

Truss Head Screw #10-24 x 3/4

Machine Screw 1/4 x 2-t/2

Screw #6-32 x 1/2

Rear Disc Drive Assembly Control

Spacer

Locknut 1/4-20

Washer

Locknut #10-24

Speed Control Decal

Rope Guide

Engine Zone Control Cable

Hex Head Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

Handle Knob

Hex Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

Upper Handle

Drive Controt Lever w/Grip

Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/4

Handte Bo{t 5/16-18 x 1-3/4

Wire Tie

Cable Clip

Lower Handle

Locknut 5/16-18

Shoulder Bolt

Locknut 1/4-20

Handle Link (Right,}

Handle Link (Left)

Spring (Right)

Spring (Left)

Seal Extrusion

Rear Door

Seal

Hinge Bracket

Pan Head Hi Lo Screw #10-16 x 1/2

Hinge Rod

Danger Decal

Hubcap

Retainer Clip

46 52160

47 132646

48 84921

49 62335

50 850862X004

51 132800

52 87886X004

54 84920

55 132512

57 48361

58 132513

59 851201X004

60 751592

63 700869X479

64 851084

65 850263

66 851074

67 752234

68 851514

69 85543

70 87677

71 STD502502

72 701558

73 750675

74 750621

75 850998

77 700528

-- 131986

-- 701696

Washer

Wheel & Tire Assembly

Shoulder Bo_t

Belleville Washer

Selector Spring

Selector Knob

Axle Arm Assembly

Spacer

Wheel Adjusting Bracket (Right)

Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #43,63)

Wheel Adjusting Bracket (Left)

Engine Washer

Locknut 3/8-16

Front Baffle

Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 (Grd. 8)

Helical Lockwasher 3/8

Hardened Washer

22" Blade

Blade Adapter

Engine Pulley

Hi-Pro Key

Set Screw 1/4-20 x 5/16

Grass Bag

Catcher Frame

Door Handle

Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw

3/8-16 x 1-1/8

Engine - Craftsman Model No. 14&434032

Housing Decal "4 Speed Rear Drive"

Owner's Manual

Available accessories not included with lawn mower:

7133623

7133500

7133300

7.133417

L133316

Gas Can (2.5 gal.)

Fuel Stabilizer

SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)

Dust Shield

Mower Cover

REPAIR PARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER- -MODEL NO. 917.373491

62 12

30 14

16 t5

73t

REPAIR PARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER-,-MODEL NO. 917.373491

KEY PART DESCRiPTiON

NO. NO.

1 851980

2 752036

3 71191012

4 700279

5 751153

6 133976

7 750996

8 88349

9 74189

10 69180

11 752170X004

12 77400

13 83923

14 61537

15 132965

16 68446

t7 67725

18 752258

19 750734

20 132214

21 132958

22 132800

23 752259

24 132216

25 132959

26 72070506

27 133060

28 53847

29 72140405

30 133061

31 751658

Drive Pawl

Access Door

Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 _ 7/16

Retainer Clip

Locknut 5/! 6-t 8

Back Plate/Baffle

Rear Deflector

Locknut 1/4-20

Locknut #10-24

Be_t Keeper

Hubcap

Flanged Hex Locknut 3/8-16

Washer

Wheel & Tire Assemb}y

Wheel Bushing

Washer

Pinion (Right)

Dust Cover

Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Right)

Seven Position Decal (Right)

Selector Knob

Pinion (Left)

Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)

Seven Position Decal (Left)

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4

Handle Bracket ,_ssembly (Right)

Flat Washer 1/4

Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x 5/8 (Grd. 5),

Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)

Wave Washer

KEY PART

NO. NO.

32 50705

33 750253

34 751888

35 750892

36 12000028

37 751991

38 750684

39 751659

40 750680

41 750834

42 750679

43 69180

44 48292

45 752007X004

47 750682X004

48 84026

50 752027X004

51 751996

52 52160

53 STD560607

54 751581

55 750688

56 850018

57 48308

58 752035

59 750841

60 128875

61 751999

62 12000057

64 133170X479

DESCRIPTION

Hex Head Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8

Locknut 5!16-18

Drive Spring

Spacer

Retaining Ring

Bearing

Pulley

Wave Washer

Stand-Off

Compression Spring

Oilite Bearing

Locknut #10-24

Drive Housing Kit

Rocker Arm

Clamp

Hex Head Screw #10-24 x 1/2

Drive Spring Retainer

Shoulder Bolt

Washer

Cotter Key

Shield

Friction Wheel Assembly

Drive Pawl

Drive Shaft Kit

Drive Belt

Hinge Rod

Skirt Rod

Pinion Seal

E-Ring 7/16

Mulcher Plate

CRAFTSMAN 22" POWER-PROPELLED REPAIR PARTS

LAWN MOWER 917.373491

\ 1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 48356

2 751837

3 751834

4 701599

5 751829

6 7011OO

7 751831

8 751840

9 128218

10 128219

DESCRiPTiON

Control Head Kit (Incl. Ref. #2)

Plastite Screw #8 x 7/8

Torsion Spring

Drive Actuator

Drive Pulley

Speed Lever

Lever Mounting Plastite Screw #4 x 518

Washer 1/8 x 3/8

Speed Cable Assembly

Drive Cable Assembly

CRAFTSMAN 4-.CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.434032

378C

223

178 <

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143,434032

REF PART

NO. NO.

1 36265

2 26727

6 33734

7 34214A

933735

30200

12A 33886

!2B 34695

14 28277

15 30589

16 31383A

17 31335

18 650548

19 36281

20 32600

30 35996

40 36073

36074

36075

41 36070

36071

36072

42 36076

36077

36078

43 20381

45 30963B

46 32610A

48 27241

50 35992

52 29914

69 35261

70 34311D

REF PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

Cylinder Assy. (Includes #2, 9 & 20) 166 35827

Pin, Dowel 169 27234A

Element, Breather 172 32755

Breather Assembly 0ncludes 174 650128

Reference #6, 8, 9, 12A and 12B) 178 29752

* Gasket, Breather 182 6201

Screw, Sems, Hex Washer Head, 184 26756

Self-Tapping #10-24 x 9/16 185 31384A

Tube, Breather 186 34337

Elbow, Breather Tube 189 650839

Washer, Flat

Rod, Governor (Includes Refl #!4) 190 35831

Lever, Governor 191 35039B

Clamp Governor Lever 192 34966

Screw, Hex Wash. Hd. #8-32 x 5/16 193 34965

Spring, Extension 194 32309

Seal, Oii 195 610973

Crankshaft Assembly 200 35727

Piston, Pin & Ring Assembly, Std.

Piston, Pin & Ring Assy., .010 Over 202 33802

Piston, Pin & Ring Assy., .020 Over 203 31342

(Assemblys include #41,42 and 43) 204 650549

Piston & Pin Assembly, Std. 205 650777

Piston & Pin Assembly .010 Over 207 34336

Piston & Pin Assembly .020 Over 215 35511

(Assemblys Include Reference #43) 223 650451

Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size 224 34690A

Ring Set, Piston .010 Oversize 238 650932

Ring Set, Piston .020 Oversize

Ring, Piston Pin Retaining 239 34338

Rod Assy., Connecting (Incl. #46) 241 35797

Bolt, Connecting Rod 245 35066

Valve, Lifter 250 35065

Camshaft (Mech. Camp. Release) 260 35826

Pump Assembly, Oil 262 650831

* Gasket, Mounting Flange

Flange, Mounting (Incl. #72; 75, 80) 263 35821

DESCRIPTmON

Shroud, Engine

* Gasket, Valve Spring Box

Cover, Valve Spring Box

Screw, Sems, Hex #10o24 x 1/2

Nut and Lock Washer 1/4-28

Screw, Hex Cap Head 1/4-28 x 7/8

* Gasket, Carburetor

Pipe, Intake (Includes Ref. #224)

Link, Governor Spring

Screw, Seres, Hex Head, Powedok

1/4-20 x 3/8

Lever, Brake

Bracket, S.E. Brake (Includes #195)

Link, Control

Spring, Extension

Ring, Retaining

Terminal Assembly

Bracket Assembly, Control

(Includes Reference #202 thru 205)

Spring, Compression

Screw, Fillister Head #5-40 x 7/16

Screw, Fillister Head #6-32 x 21/32

Link, Throttle

Knob, Control

Screw, Sems, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1

* Gasket, Intake Pipe

Screw, Rex Washer Head,

Shoulder #10-32 x 49/64

* Gasket, Air Cleaner

Collar, Air Cleaner

Filter, Air Cleaner, Paper

Cover, Air Cleaner

Housing, Blower

Screw, Hex Washer Head,

Powerlok Thread 1/4-20 x 15/32

Grill Assembly, Recoil

72 36083 _Plug; Oil Drain 275 346t3 Muffler Assembly (Includes #277)

27897 Seal, Oil 276 33753 Plate, Lock75

80 30574A

81 30590A

82 30591

83 30588A

86 650488

89 611004

90 611109

92 650815

93 650816

100 34443A

101 610118

103 650814

110 34961

119 33554A

120 34342

125 29313C

29315C

126 29314B

29315C

!30 6021A

135 35395

150 35991

151 31673

Shaft, Governor 277 650795

Washer, Flat 285 35000

Gear Assy., Governor (IncL #81) 287 650926

Spool, Governor 290 34357

Screw, Sems, Hex 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 292 26460

Key, Flywheel 300 35586

Flywheel 301 35355

Washer, B.elleville 305 35819A

Nut, Flywheel 306 34265

Solid State Assembly 307 35499

Cover, Spark Plug 309 650936

Screw, Sems, Torx T-15, Hex

Washer Head #10-24x 1 3!0 35822

Wire, Ground 313 34080

* Gasket, Cylinder Head 347 650898

Head, Cylinder

Valve, Exhaust, Standard Size 370 35840

Valve, Exhaust, 1/32" Oversize 370C 35167

Valve, Intake, Standard Size 380 632644

Valve, Intake, 1/32" Oversize (All 390 590637

Valves Include Reference #!51) 400 35997

Screw, Hex Flange 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Spark Plug, Resistor Type

(Champion RJ-19LM or Equivalent)

Spring, Valve

Cap, Lower Valve Spring

Screw, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 2-1/4

Hub, Starter

Screw, Hex Washer Hd. #8-32 x I/2

Line, Fuel

Clamp, Fuel Line

Tank Assembly (IncL #292 & 301)

Cap, Fuel

Tube, Oil Fill (Includes Ref. # 309)

* Gasket, Fill Tube

"O" Ring

Screw, Rex Washer Head,

Shoulder #10-32 x 13/32

Dipstick, Oil Fill

Spacer, Flywheel Key

Screw, Hex Washer Head,

Shoulder #10-32 x 27/32

Decal, Name

Decal, Instruction

Carburetor (includes Ref. #I84)

Starter, Rewind

Gasket Set (Incl. Items Marked *)

RP,M Setting: Low Speed: 2450-2750, High: 2900-3200

Indicates Parts Included in Gasket Set, Ref. #400

NOTE: Att component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.434032

CARBURETOR NO. 632644

REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 631615

2 631767

4 631184

5 631183

6 632590

7 650506

16 632527

25 631867

27 631024

28 632019

29 631028

30 631021

31 631022

35 36045

40 632578

44 27110

48 631027

Throttle Shaft and Lever Assembly

Throttle Return Spring

Dust Sea! Washer, Throttle

Dust Seal, Throttle

Throttle Shutter

Throttle and Choke Shutter Screw

Fuel Fitting

Float Bowl

Shaft, Float

Float

"O" Ring; Float Bowl to Body

Inlet Needle, Seat and Clip

(Includes Reference Number 31)

Spring Clip

Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring

High Speed Bowl Nut

Bowl Nut Washer

Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent

REWIND STARTER NO. 590637

13_ REF PART

L P, NO.NO. OESCRPTO0

I1 k_"_" __/ 1 590599A Pin, Spring (Includes Reference #4)

II _ ['_-,-'/ 2 590600 Washer

3 590615 Retainer

12 _j 4 590601 Washer

5 590598 Spring, Brake

6 590616 ,Dog, Starter

7 590617 Spring, Dog

8 590618 Pulley

9 590619 Spring, Rewind

10 590620 Cover, Spring

11 590638 Housing Assembly, Starter

12 590535 Rope, Starter (98" Long, 9/64" Dia.)

13 590452 Handle, Starter

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE

Does not start 1. Dirty air filter.

Out of fuel.

Stale fuel.

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. Controt bar defective

Loss of power 1. Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging

in heavy grass.

2. Cutting too much grass.

3. Dirty air filter+

4. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

5. Too much oiiin engine.

6. Walking speed too fast.

Poor cut- uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Low engine speed.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

Excessive vibration

Starter rope hard to pull

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

t. Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is

released.

2. Bent engine crankshaft

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

CORRECTION

1. Ciean/replace air filter.

2. Fill fuel lank.

3. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh

gasoline.

5. Connect wire to plug.

6. Replace spark plug.

7. Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter.

8. Depress control bar to handle.

9. Reptace control bar.

1. Set +n"Higher Cut" position.

2. Set in "Higher Cut '+position.

3. Clean/replace air filter.

4. Ctean underside of mower housing.

5. Check oil level.

6. Cut at slower walking speed.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Set engine speed control in fast position.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

1. Replace btade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact an authorized service center/department.

t. Depress control bar to upper handle before

pulling starter rope.

2. Contact an authorized service center/departmenb

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface

to start engine.

Grass catcher not filling

(If so equipped)

Hard to push

LOSS of drive

1. Cutting height too low+

2. Lift on blade worn oft.

3. Catcher not venting air.

4. Low engine speed.

1. Grass is too high or wheeI height is too low.

2. Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging

in grass.

3. Grass catcher too full.

4. Handte height position not right for you.

1. Drive not fully engaged.

2. Belt wear.

3. Belt off of puiley+

4. Lost spring tension retainer.

5. Friction wheel worn.

6. Friction wheel excessively wet.

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Replace blade.

3. Clean grass catcher.

4. Set engine speed control in fast position.

t. Raise cutting height.

2. Raise rear of lawn mower housing one (1)

setting higher.

3. Empty grass catcher.

4. Adjust handle height to suit.

1. Check and adjust drive control.

2. Check!replace drive belt.

3. Check/reinstall drive belt.

4. Replace spring retainer.

5. Check/replace friction wheel.

6. Allow wbeet to dry before use.

SERVICE NOTES

SWAINS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.373491

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

[RAFTgMRN®

5.0 HORSEPOWER

22" REAR DISCHARGE

3 IN ONE CONVERTIBLE

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Each lawn mower has its own model number. Each en-

gine has its own model number.

The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a

decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.

The model number for your engine will be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most

Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS _!VE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION: %

=PRODUCT- LAWN MOWER

•MODEL NUMBER - 917.373491

- ENGINE -TECUMSEH - MODEL NO. 143.434032

• PART NUMBER

,, PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell.

701696 Rev. 1 03/25/93

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Printed in U.S.A.

Craftsman 917373491 User Manual LAWN MOWER Manuals And Guides L0807104

CRAFTSMAN Walk Behind Lawnmower, Gas Manual L0807104 CRAFTSMAN Walk Behind Lawnmower, Gas Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Walk Behind Lawnmower, Gas installation guides

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