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Owner's Manual

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6.0 HORSEPOWER

21" MULTI-CUT

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.389380

•Safety

•Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

•Espa_ol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11

Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 13

Assembly 4 Storage 14

Operation 6 Troubleshooting 15

Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 34

Maintenance 10 Parts Ordering Back Cover

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 according to the operating and maintenance instructions in

the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman-

ship.

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:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower

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, ROEBUCKAND CO., [:)/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 of the ope[ator presence controls

under any circumstances.

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 described 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 recommended by the manufac-

turer. Use of such attachments may be

hazardous.

• The blade turns when the engine is

running.

PREPARATION:

• 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

blade and 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 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. 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.

• 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 repair-

ing 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 if

you hit a foreign object. Follow the

procedure outlined above, then repair

any damage before restarting and

operating your mower.

•Do not change the governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Engine damage

or personal injury may result.

• Do not operate your 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 irldoors. 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

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.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

•Check the blade and the engine

mounting bolts often to be sure they are

tightened properly.

•Check all bolts, nuts and screws at

frequent intervals for proper tightness to

be sure mower is in safe working

condition.

•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 deteriora-

tion and wear and replace worn bags.

Use only 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 abuilding where fumes may

reach an open flame or an ignition

source such as ahot water heater,

space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!H YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

p_ugCAUTION: Always disconnect spark

wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

I_mWARNING: The engine exhaust from

product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

These ascessodes were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not

shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets 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.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHER K_S

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

ISIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in

its entirety before you 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-

semblod 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 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 parts included with

mower.

• Cut down two end comers of carton and

lay end panel down flat.

• Remove all packing materials except

padding between 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.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

•Raise handles until lower handle

section locks into pl,_ce in mowing

position.

• Remove protective padding, raise upper

handle section into place on lower

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 and

Adjustments section of this manual.

Operator presence

control bar

Upper handle //

Lift up Lift up

ng position

Lower handle

TO INSTALLATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as a mulcher. To convert to

bagging or discharging, see "To convert

mower" in the OPERATION section of this

manual.

KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN

MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the

location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the

product. Learn and understand their meaning,

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Operator presence control

bar

Starter zone control cable

Handle knob

Grass catcher

Engine oil cap

with dipstick

Gasoline

Mulcher door Lawn mower housing

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the adjuster

en_line. (on each 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 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 stop the engine.

Primer -pumps additional fuel from the

carburetor to the cylinder for use when

starting a cold engine.

Starter Handle -used for starting the engine.

The operation of any lawn mower

can result in foreign 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. We recommend a wide vision

safety mask over spectacles or standard

safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

The engine speed was set at the factory for

optimum performance. Speed is not adjust-

able.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

CAUTION: Federal regulations

requ=re 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.

• 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 mower.

TO ADJUST CU'I-RNG HEIGHT

•Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut.

•Adjust cutting height to suit your require-

ments. Medium position is best for most

lawns.

•To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster

lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or

down to suit your requirements. Be sure all

wheels are in the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly posrdoned 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 mulcher. To convert to bagging or

discharging:

REAR BAGGING

• lift rear door of the lawn mower and place

the grass catcher frame hooks onto the

door pivot pins.

• To convert to mulching or discharging

operation, remove grass catcher and close

rear door.

Pivot pins

SIDE DISCHARGING

• Rear door must be closed.

• Open mulcher door and install discharge

deflector under guard as shown.

• Mower is now ready for discharging

operation.

• To convert to mulching or bagging

operation, discharge deflector must be

removed and mulcher door must be

closed.

SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER

WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN

MOWER

FOR MULCHING -

• Rear door closed.

• Mulcher door closed.

FOR REAR BAGGING -

• Grass catcher installed.

• Mulcher door closed.

FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -

• Rear door dosed.

• Side discharge deflector installed.

_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

out rear door closed or approved grass

catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the

lawn mower with the rear door removed or

propped open.

Mulcher

door

Open

Mulcher Door

Discharge

deflector

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL

Your lawn mower is shipped wi_out oil in the

engine.

• Be sure mower is level and area around oil

fill is clean.

• Remove engine oil cap and _ll to the full

line on the dipstick.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into

engine for accurate dipstick reading.

Engine holds 20 ozs. ot oi!. For type and

grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in

Maintenance section of this manual.

• Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.

• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if

needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

• To read proper level, _ghten engine oil cap

each time.

• Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

• Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may need

to change the oil more o_tan under dusty,

dirty conditions.

GAS

NOTE: Before fillingfuel tank, remove and

discardthe debris plug that is inside the tank.

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, dean, regular

unleaded gasoline with aminimum of 87

octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel

fi'eshness.

_WARNING: Experience indicates that

hoi blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formatJan of acids during storage. Acidic gas

can damage the _ 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 unUl fuel

lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

Gasolinefiller _ Engine oil

cap _ cap

(Discard

debris plug _t-_

TO START ENGINE

• To start acold engine, push primer three

(3) 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.

• 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 flooding and engine

will not start. If you do flood engine, wait a few

minutes before attem_ng to start and do not

repeat priming steps.

MOWINGTIPS

• Under certain 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. It may

also be necessary to reduce ground speed

and/or run the lawn mower over the area a

second time.

• 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 position.

•Pores in cloth grass catchers can become

filled 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.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean UNDERSIDE OF MOWER

HOUSING after each use. 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 provide

the best recutting 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 lawn is the early aftemoon. At

this time the grass has dried and the newly

cut area will not be exposed to the direct

sun.

•For best results, adjust the lawn mower

cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. If the lawn is overgrown it will be

necessary to raise the height of cut to

reduce pushing effort and to keep from

overloeding the engine and leaving

clumps of mulched grass. For extremely

heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut,

mow slowly and raise the rear of the lawn

mower one wheel adjuster setting higher

than the front.

•Certain types of grass and grass conditions

may require that an area be mulched a

second time to completely hide the

clippings. When doing a second cut, mow

across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattem from week to

week. Mow north to south one week then

change to east to west the next week. This

will help prevent matting and graining of

the lawn.

Max 1/3

F,",NDATES

.sYoucoMP. E

REGU.'BSERV,CE SERV'OE

DATES

Check for Loose Fasteners _

Clean/Inspect Grass C_dchar

(If Equipped) V_

MClean Lawn Mower

OW Clean Under Drive Cover

(Power-Propelled Mowers)

Check drive beWpulleys

E (Power-Propelled Mowers) I_

Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade _a

Lubrication Chart

Clean Battery/Recharge

Electric Start Mowers_ I_ 1_4

ECheck EnQine Oil Level

N Chan_leEngineOil I/1.2

G i Clean Air Filter I_' 2

| Inspect Muffler

NClean or Replace Spark Plug

EReplace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

t-Change more often whenoperatingunder a heavy loador in highambient temperatures.

2_Ser_ce more often whenoperatingin dirty or dusty conditions.

S- Replace blades more Oftenwhen mowing in sandysoil.

4-Charge 48 hours at end at season.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not

cover items th_ 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 adjustTnentswill need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your unit.

All adjustments inthe Service and

Adjustments sec'donof 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. Anew spark plug and clean/new

air filter element assures proper air-fuel

mixture and helps your engine run better

and last longer.

•Follow the maintenance schedule in this

manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

•Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (Sea "LUBRICATION

CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

Wheel

adjusters

Engineoil

Rear

door ' Handle bracket

hinge mounting pin

(D SPRAY LUBRICANT

SAE 30 MOTOR OIL. REFER TO

(_) ENGINE - MAINTENANCE SECTION.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self

lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite

type lubricant sparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

HORSEPOWER:

GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE:

OILTYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:

SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE:

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP:

BLADE BOLT TORQUE:

917.389380

6.0

1.6 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

20 OZS.

CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM

INTAKE: .004 - .008

EXHAUST: .004 - .008

.0125 IN.

35-4O FT. LBS.

The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the

lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above.

LAWN MOWB:I

Always observesafety rules when performing

any maintenance.

TIRES

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may cause

tire damaqe.

BLADE CARE

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 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 the blade adapter and

check the key inside hub of blade adapter.

The key must be in good condition to work

properly. Replace adapter ff damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE

• Position the blade adapter on the

engine crankshaft. 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.

• The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade

is balanced.

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 or wall. Leave about one

inch of the straight nail exposed. Place

center hole of blade over the head of

the nail. If blade is balanced, it should

remain in a horizontal position. If either

end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade

is balanced. Crank shaft

keyway

Bolt Crank

Lockwasher Hardened shaft

washer Trailing adapter

edge

GRASSCATCHER

• The grass catcher may be h(_l with

water, but must be dry when used.

• Check your grass catcher often for damage

or daterioration. 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.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SH or

SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

30" _z' 40"

°C -30_-20°-10" O" _0"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although 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 crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each five (5)

hours of continuous use. 13ghten oil plug

securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to

drain oil, drain fuel tank by running

engine until fuel tank is empty.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

• Remove engine oil 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.

• Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the

"FULL" line on the dipstick. 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 CLEAN AIR FILTER

• Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.

• Carefully remove cartridge.

• Clean by gently tapping on a flat

surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge.

CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

cartridge. They may cause deterioration

of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do

not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

• Install cartridge, then replace cover

making sure the tabs are aligned with

the slots in the back plate. Fasten

screw securely. Back

Lip plate

Slots

Cover

tabs

Cover

Cartridge

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it

could create afire hazard and/or damage,

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

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built--up grass

and trash. Clean underside of mower

_sing after each use.

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug

wire from spark plug and place wire

where it cannot come in contact with the

spark plug.

•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

accumulating. 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 clean lawn mower

unless the electrical system, muffler, air

filter and carburetor are covered to

keep water out. Water in engine can

result in shortened engine life.

_CAUTION: Before performing any

servJce 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

contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST CU'I"I'ING HEIGHT

See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in

the Operation section of this manual.

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 the rear of the

lawn mower into the operator's mowing

position.

If the rear deflector becomes damaged, it

should be replaced.

TO ADJUST HANDLE

The handle can be mounted in a high or

low position. The mounting holes in the 13

bottom of lower handle are off center for

raising or lowering the handle.

• Remove upper handle and all parts

attached to lower handle.

• Remove hairpin cotters from lower

handle bracket mounting pin.

• Squeeze lower handle in to remove it

from mounting pins.

• Turn lower handle over to raise or lower

handle.

• Squeeze lower handle in and position

holes onto mounting pins on handle

bracket.

• Reassemble upper handle and all parts

removed from lower handle.

Rotate

Lower

handle

TOASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

•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 afew minutes. If

bag gets wet, let it dry before using.

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.

ENGINE

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor has a non-adjustable _ed

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 for repair or

adjustment.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine

governor, which is factory set for proper

engine speed. Overspeeding the engine

above the factory high speed setting can be

dangerous, if you think the engine-governed

high speed needs adjusting, contact your

nearest authorized service center, which has

proper equipment and experience to make

any necessary adjustments.

ENGINE SPEED

Your engine speed has been factoryset. 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.

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.

LAWNMOWF_R

When lawn mower is to be stored for ape. riod

of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt,

grease, leaves, etc. Store in a _e_,,, dry area,

•Clean entire lawn mower (See CLEAN-

ING" in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

of this manual.

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

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

HANDLE

You can fold your lawn mower handle for

storage.

•Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower

handle toward each other until the

lower handle clears the handle bracket,

then move handle forward.

•Loosen upper handle mounting bolts

enough to allow upper handle to be

folded back.

IMPORTANT: When folding the handle

for storage or transportation, be sure to

fold the handle as shown or you may

damage the control cables.

•When setting up your handle from the

storage position, the lower handle will

automatically lock into the mowing

position.

Lower handle

Squeeze to

fold _/_,

Handle

bracket

Hairpin cotter

Operator Presence

Control Bar

Upper

Handle

Fold Forward

For Storage Backward

Mowing

Position

Lower

Handle

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

_luUmdeposits from forming in essential

el 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 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.

• 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 storage. 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 Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER

Remove spark plug.

Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through

spark plug hole into cylinder.

• Putt 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 your unit with a suitable protec-

tive 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 mower while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

_CAUTION: Never store the lawn

mower with gasoline in the tank in_;ide a

building where fumes may reach an open

flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

PROBLEM

Does not start

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

1, Dirty air filter.

2, Out of fuel.

3. Stale fuel.

4. Waterinfuel.

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.

CORRECTION

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fill fuel tank,

13. 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. Replace control bar.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Rear of lawn mower housing

or cutting blade dragging

in heavy grass.

2. Cutting too much grass.

PROBLEM

Loss of power

Poor cut - uneven

Excessive

vibration

Starter rope hard

to pull

Grass catcher

notfllllng(if so

equipped)

Hard to push

3. Dirty air filter.

4. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

5. Too much oil in engine.

6. Walking speed too fast.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Wheel heights uneven.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

1. Engine flywheel brake is on

when control bar is released.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

1. Cutting height tee low.

2. Lift on blade worn off.

3. Catcher not venting air.

1. Grass is too high or 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

right for you,

1. Bet to "Higher Cut"

position.

2. Set to "Higher Cut"

position.

3. Clean/replace air filter.

4. Clean underside of mower

housing.

5. Check oil level.

6. Cut at slower walking

speed.

Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Set all wheels at same

height

3. Clean underside of

mower housing.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Contact an authorized

service center.

1. Depress control bar to

upper handle before

pulling starter rope.

2. Contact an authodzed

service center.

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut

grass or to hard surface

to start engine.

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Replace blade.

3. Clean grass catcher.

1. Raise cutting height.

Raise rear of lawn mower

housing one (1) setting

higher.

3. Empty grass catcher.

4. Adjust handle height to

suit.

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CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.389380

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

86_02

160834X479

160609X479

132001

636O1

131959

66426

154132

165754

162778

750097

86899X3O4

136376

51793

147286

165946X479

17600406

167132X004

167133X004

165858

168360X004

166875

751153

166111)(479

166112X479

851856

152124

160835X007

19112222

165760

169421XO04

87877

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Control Bar 34 165762X004 Axle Arm Assembly -LR

UpperHandle 36 160828 Shoulder Bolt5/16-18

LowerHandle 37 151157 WheelAssembly

Rope Guide 39 83923 Flanged Locknut

Locknut1/4-20 40 77400 Hubcap

Handle Bolt 41 88652 HingeScrew

Wire Tie 42 165766 Spdng(LH)

Hinge Bracket 43 165767 Spring (RH)

MulcherDoor 44 165912 DoorBolt

EngineZone ControlCable 45 150406 Hex Head Thread RollingScrew 3/8-16 x 1

Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 1/2 46 85463 DangerDecal

Up-Stop Bracket 48 165761X004 Axle Arm Assembly - RR

Handle Knob 52 166878 Housing Assembly (Incl. Ref. #17, 18 & 46)

Hairpin Cotter 53 851084 Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8

Hinge Rod 54 850263 Helical Lookwasher

Support Bracket 55 851074 HardenedWasher

Screw 56 165833 21" Blade

Axle Arm Assembly -LF 57 851514 BladeAdapter

Axle ArmAssembly - RF 67 166113 Grass Bag

Rear Skirt 68 165755 CatcherFrame

Selector Spring -Front 70 ...... Engine - (See Breakdown)

Rear Door Assembly Kit (Incl. Springs) Brtggs& Stratton 12H802-2675-E1

Locknut5/16-18 - -161058 WarningDecal (NotShown)

Handle Bracket Assembly (Left) - -169961 Owner'sManual

Handle BracketAssembly (Right)

Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8

HingeSpring Available accessories not included with lawn mower:

Wheel AdjustingBracket - Front 71 33623 Gas Can (2.5 gal.)

Spacer 71 33500 FuelStabilizer

Clip on Discharge Guard 7133000 SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)

Selector Spring - Rear

Selector Knob

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-267S-E1

843

621 922_

124

606

967

971

971A

529

_163

-[Z

(_634

_134

127

130

,37

11°Q 91_7_

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-2675-E1

46 _47

625

572

307

383

306

307 4r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-2675-E1

670A @3

358 GASKET SET ]

524 O

110

Q634 617

977CARBURETORGASKETSET

613

1095 VALVE OVERHAUL

GASKET SET

104 110 127

134

617 634

I 121 CARBURETOR KIT

670A

202

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-2675-E1

930

334

356

461

_332

455

1036 LABEL KIT- EMISSION I

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-2675-E1

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 493260

239926_1

3 299819

4493279

52t 4368

7272916

8495786

9 272481

9A 272238

10 94650

11 231933

12 272198

13 94547

15 94720

16 498565

94388

20 399781

22 94220

94612

23 492177

24 222698

25 499429

49943O

499431

4,99432

26 499425

499426

499427

499428

27 263190

28 499423

29 499424

32 94699

33 262651

34 262652

35 262224

40 93312

45 262204

46 498275

47 493737

51 272199

54 94526

I<L=Y PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly 55 4974420

Bushing,Cylinder 56 498144

* Seal, Oil 58 280399

Sump, Engine

Head, Cylinder 60 281434

****Gasket, Cylinder Head 65 94696

Breather Assembly 81 223664

****Gasket, Valve Cover _5 94098

*Gasket, Baffle Plate 104 231371

Screw, Hex Head 1!0 - --

Tube, Breather

*Gasket, Crankcase 117 494870

Screw, Cylinder Head 121 498260

P_u9,Oil Drain 124 94525

Crankshaft 125 498170

Timing Gear Key 127 - - -

*Seal, Oil 130 224908

Screw, Hex Head 131 493267

Screw, Hex Head 133 398187

(Used in Hole Nearest Breather) 134 398188

Flywheel 137 - - -

Key, Flywheel 163 272653

Piston Aasemb|y, Standard 187 492790

Size 188 398540

Piston Assy. (.010" O.S,) 188A 94644

Piston Assy. (.020" O.S,) 202 262579

Piston Assy. (.030" O.S,) 209 263044

Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size

RingSet (.010" O.S.) *

RingSet (.020' O.S.)

RingSet (.030" O.S.) **

Lock, Piston Pin

Pin, Piston, Standard Size ***

Rod,Connecting

Screw, ConnectingRod

Valve, Exhaust ****

Valve, Intake

Spring, Valve

Retainer, Valve Spring

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam

Slinger, Oil

* Gasket, Intake Elbow

Screw, Hex Head

Housing,Rewind Starter

Pulley, Rewind Starter

Rope, Rewind Starter

(CutTo 88-5/8")

Grip, Starter Rope

Screw,Phillips

Lock, Muffler Screw

Screw,RoundHead

** Pin, FloatHinge

*** Gasket, Sealing (Sold in Kit

Only)

Jet, Main

CarburetorI_t

Screw,Carburetor Mounting

Carburetor

** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

Valve, Throttle

Shaft, Throttle

Float,Carburetor

Valve, Inlet (includes Seat)

*** Gasket, Bowl (Sold in Kit Only)

* Gasket, Air Cleaner

Hose, Fuel

Screw, Hex Head

Unk, Governor

Spring, Governor

included in Gasket Set (497316)

includedin Carburetor Kit (498260)

Included in bothCarburetor Kit (498260),

and CarburetorGasket Set (498261)

Includedin both Gasket Set (497316),

and Valve overhaul Gasket Set (498528),

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-267S-E1

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

227 492'349 Lever, Governor

230 67072 Washer, Thrust

258 94512 Screw,Hex Head

284 94511 Screw, Hex Head

300 497838 Muffter, Exhaust

304 493293 Housing, Blower

305 94744 Screw, Sems

306 224324 Shield, Cylinder

307 94515 Screw, Hex Head

332 94877 Nut, Flywheel

333 802574 Armature, Magneto

334 94731 Screw, Sems

337 802592 P_ug,Spark

356 497833 Wire, Ground

358 497316 Gasket Set

363 19069 Puller, Flywheel

383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plu_

387 496115 Primer, Carburetor

455 225121 Cup, Starter

456 281503 Retainer, Starter

459 281508 Pawt,Rachet

461 94943 Screw, Shoulder

515 263073 Spring, Retainer

523 495264 Cap, Oil Filler

524 280393 *Seal, Filler Tube

525 495265 Tube, Oil Fill

529 281299 Grommet

562 94852 Bolt, Governor Lever

572 224328 Baffle, Cytioder

592 231082 Nut, Hex

601 93053 Clamp, Hose

606 224815 Strap, Bracket

608 497680 Starter, Rewind

Includes:

94904 Screw, Hex

94908 Nut, Hex

613 94231 Screw, HexHead

615 94474 Fastener

616 263175 Crank, Governor

617 270344 _Sea_,_ntake E_bow

620 499135 Bracket, Carburetor

621 396847 Switch, Stop

625 497465 Tube, Fuel Intake

634 +--*** Washer, Shaft (Sold in Kit Only)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

635 66538 Elbow, Spark Plug

670 280512 Spacer, FueITank

670A493823 *Spacer, Bracket

741 262598 Gear, Timing

842 280966 * Seal, O-Ring

843 272616 Sleeve, Lever

B47 495263 Tube Assembly, Oil

851 493880 Terminal, Ignition Cable

869 213512 Seat, Intake Valve

870 213513 Seat, Exhaust Valve

871 262001 Guide, Exhaust Valve

63709 Guide, Intake Valve

922 262640 Spring, Brake

923 493442 Brake Assembly

930 497233 Guard, Finger

957 397974 Cap, FuelTank

966 496116 Base, Air Cleaner

967 491588 Filter, Air

_o8 281340 Cover, Air Cleaner

969 94872 Screw, Hex Head

971 94873 Screw, HexHead

971A 94749 Screw, Hex Head

972 495224 Tank, Fuel

975 493640 Bowl, Float

977 4982.61 Gasket Set, Carburetor

1036 499341 Label Kit, Emission

1095 498258 Gasket Set, Vetve Overhaul

2500 12J802-2915 ReplacementEngine

---- 498826 Replacement Shortblock

RPM Settings: Low: 1900-2100;

High: 3000+3200

* includedin Gasket Set (497316)

** Includedin Carburetor Kit (498260)

*** Included inboth Carburetor Kit (498260),

and Carburetor Gasket Set (498261)

**** Included in both Gasket Set (497316),

and Valve overhaul Gasket Set (498528).

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S,

inches 1inch =25.4 mm

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME sM (1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio

1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces

1-800-665-4455

For 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 aday, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday

1-800-827-6655

169961 07.26.99 VB Printed in U.S.A,

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