Craftsman 917.377352 Manuel utilisateur

_m,_ Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN+

6.25 HORSEPOWER

22" REAR DISCHARGE

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.377352

CAUTION:

Read and fellow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

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

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 32

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, lubri-

cated, 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 workmanship.

Ifthis 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 crank-

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual,

Warranty service is available by retuming the craftsman power mower to the nearest sears

service centeddepartment 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., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

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 descdbed 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 bythe manufacturer.

Use of such attachments may be hazard-

ous.

• 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 propedy, Do not operate mower

when barefoot or weadng open sandals.

Wear only solid shoes with good traction

when mowing,

• Checkfueltankbeforestartingengine. 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. De not letother

interests distract you.

• Denet mowweterslipperygrass. Never

runwhile operating your mower. Always be

sure of your footing -- keep a firm hold on

the handles and walk.

• De net pat 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 net 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.

• De net continue to run your mower if you hit

aforeign object. Follow the procedure

outlined above, then repair any damage

before restarting and operating you mower.

• Do net change the gevemer settings or

everspeed the engine. Engine damage or

personal injury may result.

• De net operate your mower if itvibrates

abnormally. Excessive vibration is an

indication of damage; stop the engine,

safely check for the cause of vibration and

repair as required.

• Do net run the engine indeers. Exhaust

fumes are dangerous.

• Never cut grass by pulling the mower

towards you. Mew across the face of

slopes, never up and down or you might

loseyour 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 atfrequent

intervals for proper tightness to be sure

mower is in safe working condition.

• Keep all safety devises 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

and wear and replace worn bags. Use only

replacement bags that are recommended

byand comply with specifications of the

manufacturer of your mower.

• Always keep asharp 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 ignitionsource such as

a hot water heater, space heater, clothes

dryer, etc.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects, or

other reproductive harm.

Theseaccessorieswereavailablewhenthislawnmowerwasproduced.Theyarealso

availableat most Sears retailoutlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order

repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some ofthese

accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR D_SCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS STABILIZER

GRASS CATCHERS GRASS CATCHERS

FOR FOR

REAR DISCHARGE SiDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWERS

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES 8LADE ADAPTERS WHEELS ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and thismanual in its

entirety before you attempt to assemble or

operate your new lawn mower. Your new

lawn mower has been assembled atthe

factory with the exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts

such as nuts, washers, belts, etc., necessary

to complete the assembly have been placed in

the parts bag. 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 necessary

to ensure proper tightness.

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 between upper and lower

handle and padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle.

mower out o

carton thoroughly for additional loose

parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

• Raise lower handle section to operating

position and squeeze the bottom ends of

lower handle towards each other until

the pin in handle can be inserted into

one of the three height adjustment

holes.

• Raise upper handle section to operating

position, remove protective padding and

tighten handle knobs securely.

• Remove any packing material from

around control bar.

• Your handles may be adjusted for your

mowing comfort. Refer to Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

Operator presence control bar

Lift up Upper

Aowing position

Lower handle/

handle pin

/3-position

HANDLE

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or

discharging:

• Open rear door and remove mulcher

plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe

place,

• You can now install catcher or optional

clipping deflector.

• To return to mulching operation, install

mulcher plug into discharge opening of

mower.

TO PREPARE BATrERY

NOTE: Your battery must be charged before

you con start your lawn mower.

• Disconnect engine battery (male) from

battery connector (female)

• Connect battery charger connector (male) to

battery connector (female).

• Plug battery charger into 110volt A.C.

outlet.

• Leave battery charger connected for 24

hours before starting your engine for the first

time.

• After charging, connect engine connector

(male) to battery connector (female),

Your engine has an integral altemator for

partial charging. Connect your battery charger

to charge battery as required.

IMPORTANT: The engine alternaator will not

charge adischarged battery.

At the end of the mowing season the battery

hould be charged for 48 hours to protect the

battery during winter storage.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the engine

connector (male) from the battery connec-

tor (female) to prevent accidental starting

when transporting or storing your lawn

mower after the season.

Engine

connector

(male)

Mulcher plug

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without mulcher plug in place or approved

clipping deflector or grass catcher in

place. Never attempt to operate the lawn

mower with the rear door removed or

propped open.

Battery

connector(female)

Battery

charger

Battery

charger

connector(male)

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

Read this owners manual and safety rules before ooperating your lawn mower, Compare the

illustrations with your lawn mower to familiadze yourself with the location of vadous 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

Electric start key

Auxiliary starter handle

Handle knob

control bar

Drive control lever

Engine zone control cable

/Cable clips

Gasoline fill cap

nginespeed control lever

/Primer

Drive cover

Mulcher plug /

Engine oil cap w/dipstick \\

Wheel adjuster/\\

(on eachwheel) Housing

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotarywalk-behind power lawn mowers conform to thesafety standards ofthe American

National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade

tums when the engine is running.

Operator Presence Control Bar -must be

held down to the handle to startthe 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.

Electric Start Key - used for starting the

engine.

Driver Control Lever -used to engage power*

propelled forward motion of lawn mower.

Engine Control Lever - located on the side of

the engine which allows you to select either

fast (_) or slow ('_,) engine speed.

Mulcher Plug - must be removed to convert to

bagging or discharging operation.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn

mower without mulcher plate in

place and door closed or without an

approved clipping deflector or

grasscatcher in place. Never

attempt to operate the lawn mower

with the rear door removed or

propped open.

ENGINE SPEED

Theenginespeediscontrolledby alever

locatedon thesideoftheengine. Fast(_

positionisforstartingengine,normalcutting

and bettergrassbagging.Slow(_.)

positionisforlightcutting,trimmingandfuel

economy

Engine speedcontrol lever

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

CAUTION: Federal regulations require an

engine control to be installed on this lawn

mower in order to minimize the risk of

blade contact injury Do not under any

circumstances attempt to defeat the

function of the operator control The blade

turns when the engine is running

• 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 CUTTING HEIGHT

• Raise wheels for low cut and lower

wheels for high cut,

• Wheels are set in low cut for shipping

Adjust cutting height to suit your

requirements Medium position is best

for most lawns

• To change cutting height, squeeze

adjuster lever toward wheel, Move

wheel up or down to suit your require-

ments Be sure all wheels are in the

same setting

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when

platetab inserts into hole in lever Also, 9-

position adjusters (ifso equipped) allow lever

to be positioned between the platetabs

Lower for high cut Piate tab

Raise wheels for high

cut

TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER

• Close the flip lid Flip lid must be closed

while operating lawn mower

• Lift the rear door on the mower housing

and place the grass catcher frame onto

the formed tabs on the rear door hinge

bracket,

• The grass catcher is secured to the lawn

mower housing when the rear door is

lowered onto the grass catcher frame,

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

•Reardoor

Hinge

b_ck_. Grass

catcher frame

Formed

tabs

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

• To remove grass catcher, release

operator presence control bar to stop

engine.

• Lift up rear door and remove the grass

catcher by the handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when

emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

DRIVECONTROL

• Self-propellingiscontrolledbyholdingthe

operatorpresencecontrolbardowntothe

handleandpushingthedrivecontrollever

forwarduntilitclicks;thenreleasethelever.

• Forwardmotionwillstopwhentheoperator

presencecontrolbarisreleased.Tostop

forwardmotionwithoutstoppingengine,

releasetheoperatorpresencecontrolbar

slightlyuntilthedrivecontroldisengages.

Holdoperatorpresencecontrolbardownto

handletocontinuemowingwithoutself-

propelling.

• Tokeepdrivecontrolengagedwhenturning

comers,pushdownonhandleandliftfront

wheelsoffgroundwhileturninglawn

mower. Operatorpresence

controlbar

Toengage drive control Drive control

disengaged

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL

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 fill

to the full line on the dipstick.

• Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade

of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual.

• Pour oil slowly. Do not overfill.

• Check oil 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 under dusty, dirty condi-

tions.

Engine oil cap

w/dipstick

GAS

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane, Do not mix oil with gasoline,

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel

freshness.

WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the fuel tank, start the

engine and let it run until fuel lines and

carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next

season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank

or permanent

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.

• Turn electric start key clockwise to crank

engine.

IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more

than five continous seconds between each

time you try to start, Wait 5 to10 secants

between each attempt.

• To start engine using the auxiliary

starter handle, follow the steps above.

Exchange the use of the start key for

starter handle, 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

attempting to start and do not repeat

priming steps.

MOWING TIPS

•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.

• 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.

• When using arear discharge lawn

mower in moist, heavy grass, clumps of

cut grass may not enter the grass

catcher. Reduce ground speed (push-

ing speed) and/or run the lawn mower

over the area a second time.

• If atrail 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.

• 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. See "Cleaning" in CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES 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

afternoon. 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 (See Fig. 10). If the lawn

is overgrown it will 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 require that an area be

mulched asecond time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar 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 will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

MAX 1/3

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,_.f<,o_j

FILL IN DATES i_ _"

AS YOU COMPLETE _SSERVlCE DATES

REGULAR SERVICE

-- (If Equipped)

Check for Loose Fasteners if If

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher If if If

MJClean Lawn Mower if if

Clean Under Drive Cover

wO (Power Propelled Mowers) j_

E Check drive belt/pulleys

R I <Power Propelled Mowers) J_

Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade J_ 3

Lubncation Charl j_ j_

-- (Electnc Star[ Mowers /

Clean BaBep//Recharge J_ J_4

EICheck Engine 0il Level If

NChange Engine 0il 11_1,2

GClean Air Filter if

I Inspect Muffler if

NIClean or Replace Spark Plug if

EI Replace Air Filter Paper Car[ndge t/2

1 Ch8[tge rY_oreoften when operating u_tder a heavy Load or in high ambient temperatures

2 Service more often when operating En dirB/or dusty conditions

3 Replace b_ades more of[en when mowing Ens_ndy 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 your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjust-

ments 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 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 (See "LUBRICATION

CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART WHEEL

{_ADJUSTER

(_ Brake

spring

bracket

(_Handle (_) Rear (_) Engine oil

bracket

mounting door

pin hinge

(_) SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) REFERTO CUSTOMER RESPONSI

BILITIES "ENGINE" 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.

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