Craftsman 917.377521 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

5.0 HORSEPOWER

22" REAR DISCHARGE

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.377521

Safety

Assembly

o Operation

oMaintenance

o Espafiol

o Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow 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 14

Assembly 4 Storage 15

Operation 6 Troubleshooting 16

Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 35

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 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 mower

blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug_

o 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 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

TRAiNiNG:

o 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,

o Do not allow children to use your mower.

Never allow adults to use mower without

proper instructions.

o 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 rnanufac-

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.

o 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.

oDo 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 matedal 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 a foreign object° Follow the procedure

outlined above, then repair any damage

before restarting and operating you

mower°

o 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 indoors. Exhaust

fumes are dangerous.

o Never cut grass by pulling the mower

towards you. Mow across the face of

slopes, never up and down or you might

lose your footing. Do not mow exces-

sively steep slopes. Use caution when

operating the mower on uneven terrain

or when changing directions w maintain

good footing.

o 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 mount-

ing 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.

o 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.

o Allow engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

o Never store mower with fuel in the tank

inside abuilding where fumes may reach

an open flame or an ignition source 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

availableatmostSearsretailoutletsandservicecenters.MostSearsstorescanalsoorder

repairpartsforyou,whenyouprovidethemodelnumberofyourlawnmower.Someofthese

accessoriesmaynotapplytoyourlawnmower:

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

IVtUFFLERS

BELTS

MULCHER KfTS

_1 GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

AIR FILTERS

BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in its

entiretybefore you attempt to assemble or

operate your new lawn mower. Your new lawn

mower has been assembled at the factory with

the exception ofthose parts left unassembled

for shipping purpose& All parts such as nuts,

washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete file

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

o Remove loose parts included with mower.

o Cut down two end comers of carton and lay

end panel down flat.

o Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper and lower handle

and padding holding operator presence

control bar to upper'handle.

o Roll lawnmower out of carton and check

carton thoroughly for additional loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

iMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so as

not to pinch or damage control cables.

oRaise handles until lower handle section

locks into ptace in mowing position.

o Remove protective padding, raise upper

handle section into place on lower handle

arid 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" inthe Service and Adjustment

section of this manual.

NOTE: For shipping purposes, the rear

wheels on your lawn mower are not

adjusted to the same position as the front

wheels. Before operating mower adjust

allwheels to the same ct_ng height

position.

Operator presence contrq_bar

Uppper handle ....._ _ /_.\

Lift up ,_Y

Liftup y/_¢y

f.. ,?

__o' ,:Z:_y/ position

Lower h_

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.

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mutcher, To convert to bagging or

discharging:

,, Open rear door and remove mulcher plug.

Store mulcher plug in a safe place°

o You can now install catcher or optional

clipping deflector.

o To return to mulching operation, install

mulcher plug into discharge opening of

mower. Be sure all tabs are seated

properly.

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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 ......

Engine zone control cable )resence control bar'

"_ Drive control lever

Srarter handle

Grass catcher

Mulcher plug

Handle knob

Engine oil cap w/dipstick

Housing

Drive cover

Gasoline cap

primer.,/ Wheel adjuster'

(oneachwheel)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of theAmerican

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 tothe handle to start the engine.

Release to stop the engine,

Primer- pumps additionalfuel fromthe

carburetortothe cylinderfor usewhen sta_ng

a coldengine,

Starter handle - used for starting the engine,

Drive control lever- used to engage power-

propelled forward motion of lawn mower,

Mulcher plug - must be removed to convert to

bagging or discharging operation,

Theoperationof anylawnmowercan

resultin foreignobjectsthrownintothe

eyes,whichcan resultinsevereeye

damage,Alwayswearsafetyglassesor

eye shieldswhileoperatingyourlawn

mowerorperformingany adjustmentsor

repairs. We recommendawidevision

safetymaskoverthespectaclesor

standardsafetyglasses.

HOWTO 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

The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimum performance. Speed is not

adjustable°

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

CAUTION: Federal regula_ons 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.

= "{our lawn mower isequipped 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

o Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cuL

= 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 requirement& Be sure all

wheels are in the same setting.

NOTE. Adjuster is properly positioned

when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.

Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)

allow lever to be positioned between the

plate tab&

Lower Wheels for High Cut

Plate Tab

Lever

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER

. Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed

while operating lawn mower.

o Lift the rear door on the mower housing and

place the grass catcher frame onto the

formed tabs onthe rear door hinge bracket.

° The grass catcher issecured 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,

Hinge Rear door

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°

.Do not drag the bag when emptying; itwill

cause unnecessary wear°

DRIVE CONTROL

o Self-propelling is controlled by holding

the operator presence control bar down

to the handle and pushing the drive

control lever forward until it clicks; then

release the lever°

=Forward motion wilt stop when the

operator presence control bar is

released. To stop forward motion

without stopping engine, release the

operator presence control bar slightly

until the drive control disengages. Hold

operator presence control bar down to

handle to continue mowing without self-

propelling.

= To keep drive control engaged when

turning corners, push down on handle

and lift front wheels off ground while

turning lawn mower.

Operator presence control bar Drive

To engage drive Drive controJ

control desengaged

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL

Your lawn mower is shipped without oilin the

engine.

o Be sure mower islevel and area around oil

fill is clean.

= Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to

the full line on the dipstick.

o Use 20 ozs. of oil. Fortype and grade of oil

to use, see "ENGINE" in Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual.

= Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill

-Check oil level before each use. Add oil if

needed. Fil!to full line ondipstick.

° To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap

each time.

o Reinstall engine oilcap and tighten.

°Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season° You rnayneed

to change the oil more often under dusty,

dirty conditions.

ADD GASOLINE

oFillfuel tank_ Usefresh, clean, regular'

unleadedgasoline witha minimum of87

octane. Do not mix oilwith gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel freshness_

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help insure

good cold weather starting.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol

or rnethanol) 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:

Drainthe gas tank, start the engine and let it

run untilthe 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 the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler

neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled

oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use

gasoline near an open flame.

Ga= filter cap Engine oil cap w/

dipstick

TO START ENGINE

•To start a coldengine, push primerthree

(3) timesbefore tryingtostart. Use a firm

push_ This step is not usually necessary

when starting an engine which has already

runfor a few minutes,

o Hold operator presence control bar down to

the handle and pull starter handle quickly.

Do not allow starter rope to snap back.

o To stop engine, release operator presence

control bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be

necessary to repeat priming steps. In

warmew: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

o 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 clipping&

o For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the

width of cut and raise the rear of the lawn

mower housing one (1) wheel adjuster

setting higher than the front for better

discharge of grass.

° For better grass bagging and most cutting

conditions, the engine speed should be set

in the fast 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 mower over the area a second

time_

o If a trail of grass clippings is lefton the right

side of a rear discharge lawn mower, mow

in a clockwise direction with a small overlap

to collect the clippings on the next pass.

° Keep top of engine around starter clear and

clean of grass clippings and chaff° This will

helpengine air flow and extend engine life.

• 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 catchers off with water

and let dry before using.

MULCHING MOWING TiPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. See "Cleaning" in Maintenance section

of this manual.

° The special mulching blade will recut the

grass clippings many times and reduce

them in size so that as they fall onto the

lawn they will disperse into the grass and

not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for

the lawn. Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will 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 fawn 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°

tf 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.

o 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 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

Check for Loose Fasteners

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(If,uEquipped)

M Clean Lawn Mower

_ Clean Under Drive Cover

(Power.Propelled Mowers)

Check drivebelt/pulleys ........

E (Power-Propelled Mowers)

R check/Sha_en/Repface Blade

Lubrication Chart

i Ciean BatterylRecharge

'(Electric Start Uowe_) ......

E!Check Ep,ginff Oil Level

N (3,h,a,nge Engine Oi,I ......................

Gi Clean Air Filter

IInspect Muffler

N! Clean or Reptace,,SparkPlug

EIReplace Air Ftlter Paper Cartridge

j,.v'

J v'

V'4

.... :=:......

V#2

I - Change more often when operating under a heavy _oad or in high ambient temperatures,.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirtyor dusty conditions

3. Repbce 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 your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year, replace the spark plug,

replace air filter element and check

blade for wear. A new spark plug and

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,

e Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-

TION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ Wheel

adjuster

Engir

oil

(_ Handle (_ Roar door

mounting pin hinge

(_ Spray lubricant

® Referto Maintenance "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 fee[ they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite

_type lubricant sparingly.

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