Craftsman 917.377545 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

(RRFTSMRN°

65 HORSEPOWER

22' REAR DISCHARGE

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.377545

• 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 conYcraftsman

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11

Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 14

Assembly 4 Storage 16

Operation 6 Troubleshooting 17

Mamtenance Schedule 10 Repatr Parts 37

Mamtenance 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,

lubncated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructtons onthe

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

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commerctal or rental purposes, this warranty

apphes for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

Thts Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable ttems 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, includmg bent crank-

shafts and the fatlure to maintain the equipment according to the tnstructtons con-

tamed in the owner's manual.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest

Seats Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while

this product is m 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

Safety standards require operator

presence controls to minimize the

risk of injury. Your umt is equipped

with such controls. Do not attempt to

defeat the function of the operator

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 qutckly stop

mower.

• Do not allow chnldren to use your

mower. Never allow adults to use

mower without proper instructions.

•Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, especially small chtldren and

pets.

•Use mower only as the manufacturer

intended and as descnbed in this

manual.

•Do not operate mower if nthas 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,

wtres, bones, and other foretgn objects

These objects will be thrown by the

blade and can cause severe injury.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields when starting and whtle ustng

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 tankbefore 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 dis-

charge 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 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 if you

hit a foreign object. Follow the procedure

outlined above, then repair any damage

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 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.

• 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.

MAINTENANCEAND 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 wom 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 a building where fumes may

reach an open flame or an ignition

source such as a hot water heater,

space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

ALook for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_,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.

AWARNING

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

These accessories 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 n_ apply to your lawn mower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIppING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHER KITS

_/! GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

J_( SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS 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 assembled

at the factory with the exception of those parts

laft unaseembled for shipping purposes. All

parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, 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 LAWNMOWER FROM

CARTON

• Remove loose parts included with mower.

• Cut down two end comers of carton and

lay end panel down fiat.

• Remove all pacldng 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.

HOWTOSETUPYOURLAWNMOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so as

not to pinch or damage control cables.

•Raise handles until lower handle section

locks into place 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 ddjusted

for your mowing comfort. Rbfer to "Adjust

Handle" in the Service and Adjustment

section of this manual.

Operator presence control bar

Upper haL_ffl_p"j///_Lift _//_'_

"'" /Mowing

0os,,,oo

Lower handle

TO INSTALL ATrACHMEN'FS

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 retum to mulching operatior_,install

mulcher plug into discharge opening of

mower. Be sure all tabs are seated

prepedy.

Mulcher plug

ACAUTION: 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.

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

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

MOWER. Compare the illustratior_ 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 inliterature supprBd withthe product. Leem and understa_

meaning.

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

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Engine zone control cable

\Operator presence controlbar

Drive control lever

Starter handle

Grass catcher

Handle knob

Mulcher plug Gasoline cap

Primer

Housing

Drive cover

Engine oil

cap w/

dipstick

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is

shipped WITHOUT OIL OR

GASOLINE in the engine. Wheel adjuster

(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.

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,

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

The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimum performance. Speed is not

adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

ACAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine control to be installed on this Hinge

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 Formed

behind the lawn mower handle to start tabs

and operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

• Raise wheels for low cut and lower

wheels for high cut.

• 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 plate tab inserts into hole in lever.

Also, 9-position adjusters (if so

equipped) allow lever to be positioned

between the plate tabs. Plate Tab

Lower Wheels for High Cutr_ _L__

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER

• Close the lift top lid. Lift top 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.

ACAUTION: 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

frame

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.

DRIVE CONTROL

• 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 will 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 controlbar Drive

contml

3"0engage drive Drive control

control disengaged

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL

Your lawn mower is shipped without oilin the

engine.

•Be sure mower is level and area around oil

fill is clean.

•Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full

line on the dipstick.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine

for accurate dipstick reading.

•Engine holds 20 ozs. of oil. For type and

grade of oilto use, see "ENGINE" in

Maintenance section of this manual.

•Pour oilslowly. Do not over fill.

• Check oil level before each use. Add oilif

needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

• To read proper level, tighten 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 often under dusty,

dirty conditions.

ADD GASOUNE

• 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.

AWARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gesohol 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 gas

tank, start the engine and let it run until the

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,

_LCAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler heck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

Engine oil cap Gasoline filler cap

TO START ENGINE

•To start a cold 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 alread

run for afew 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 presenc_

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

8 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. 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.

•When using a rear 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 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.

•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 Maintenance section

of this manual.

•The special mulching blade will recur 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 recutling 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 lime to

mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At

this lime 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

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 condi-

lions may require that an area be mulched

a second lime to completely hide the

clippings. When doing a second cut, mow

across or peqoendicular to the firstcut path.

• Change your cutting pattem from week to

weak. 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.

MA,NTEN,NCESC.EOULE_ _.,_ 0 0 £_. 0'_

F,LL,.

Check for LooseFasteners i/' ikS

Clean/Inspect GrassCatcher

(If Equipped)

a Clean LawnMower _

O Clean Under Drive Cover(Power-PropelledMowers)

Check drivebelt/pulleys

RE (Powe r-PropelledMowers) V'

Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade _3

LubricationChart I/'

Clean Battery/Recharge

IEl_ctrieSta_Mowers/ I/' I/,

ECheck EngineOil Level

NChange EngineOil _1,2

G Clean Air Filter IV# 2

InspectMuffler I_

NClean or Replace Spark Plug

E ReplaceAirFilterPaperCartridge 1_2

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy 1cador in high ambient temperatures.

2-Service more often when operating in dirty ordusty 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 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.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-

TION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

Wheel

adjuster (_ Engine

oil

(_ Brake

spring

(_U bracket

(_) Rear door

Handle bracket hinge

mounting pin

(_ Spray lubricant

(_) Referto Maintenance "ENGINE"

section.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirtthat willshorten the life of the self

lubricating beatings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only adry, powdered graphite

type lubricant sparingly.

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