Craftsman 917.387205 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN+

3.5 HORSEPOWER

20" SIDE DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.387205

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operatio n

•Maintenance

•Espa_ol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instruct_o£sll

before operating this equipment

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

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

Warranty 2Product Specifications 9

Safety Rules 2Service and Adjustments 11

Assembly 4 Storage 12

Operation 5 Troubleshooting 13

Maintenance Schedule 8 Repair Parts 30

Maintenance 8 Parts Ordering BackCover

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For one year 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:

• 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 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., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOI S 60179

Safety standards require operator pres-

ence controls to minimize the risk of injury.

Your unit is equipped with such controls.

Do not attempt to defeat the function of the

operator presence controls under any

circumstances.

TRAINING:

•Read this operator's manual carefully.

Become familiar with the controls and

know how to operate your mower

propedy. Learn how to quickly stop

mower.

•Do not allow children to use your mower.

Never allow adults to usemower 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 tums 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.

•Dross 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 oqly 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--coverod 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 govemor settings or

overspeed the engine. Engine damage or

personal injury may result.

•Do not 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 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 exces-

sively steep slopes. Usa 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 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.

•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 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 ignition source such

as a hot water heater, space heater,

clothes dryer, etc.

ACAUTION: 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.

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also

available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order

rel:;air pads 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 KITS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS

AIR FILTERS

WHEELS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructionsand this manual in its

enSrety before you attempt to assemble or

operate your new lawn mower. Your new lawn

mower has been assembled at the factory with

the exception of those parts leftunassernbled

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 LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

• Remove loose pads included with mower.

•Cut down two end comers of carton end lay

end panel down flaL

•Remove all packrng materials except

padding between upper and lower handle

end padding holding operator presence

controlbar to upper handle,

•Rolllawnmoweroutofcartonandcheck

cartonthorouglyforadditionallooseparts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as

not to pinch or damage contrel cables.

•Raise handles untillower handle section

locks into-place in mowing _.

•Remove protective padding, raise upper

handle section intoplace on lower handle

end 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 comforL Refer to "Adjust

Handle" in the Service end Adjustment

section of this manual.

Upper handle

Lift up

Mowing

position

Lower

handle

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

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

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

location ofvarious controls andadiustments. Save this manual for future reference.

These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literaturesupplied with the product.

Leam and understand their meaning.

CAUTI(_N ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER.KEEPHANDS

CR WARNING ON OFF AND FEETAWAY

Operator presence controlbar

Engine zone control

cable

Handle knob

Gasoline fillercap

Engine oil

filler plug Air filter

Discharge guard

Wheel adjuster

(on each wheel)

vlEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

;ears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the

\merican National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commis-

;ion. The blade turns when the engine is running.

)perator presence control bar- must be

_elddown to the handle to start the engine.

lelease to stop the engine.

Primer -pumps additional fuel from the

carburetor tothe 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 objectsthrown intothe eyes, which can

resultin severe eye damage. Always wear

safety glasses or eye shields while operating

your lawn mower or performing any adjust-

ments 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 sat at the factory for

optimum performance. Speed is not adjust-

able.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL :

ACAUTION: Federal regulations require an

engine controlto 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'rlNG HEIGHT

• Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheeis

for high cut.

• Adjust cutting height to suit your require-

ments. Medium pes'_on 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 inthe 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.

Raise wheels for low cut

Lower wheels for high cut Plate tab

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 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 Mainte-

nance 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, 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.

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 damage may occur.

Gasoline filler cap

Oil filler plug

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.

• 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

attempting to start and DO NOT repeat

priming steps.

MOWING TIPS

•Under certain conditions, such as very

tal} 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.

• For side discharge lawn mowers, cutting

in a counter-clockwise direction, starting

at the outside of the area to be cut,

spreads grass clippings more evenly

and puts less load on the engine. To

keep clippings off of walkways, flower

beds, etc., make the first cuts in a

clockwise direction.

•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.

FI , O,TE

AS YOU COMPLETE VICED_-_ATES

Check for Loose Fasteners _f if

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(If Equipped)

MClean Lawn Mower

O Clean Under Drive Cover,(Power-Propellnd Mowers)

Check drive belt/pulleys

RE (Power-Propelled Mowers)

Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade

Lubrication Chart

E Clean Battery/Recharge

(Electric Start Mowers !

Ched_ En_line Oil Level

N ChangeEngineOil

GClean Air FiNer

I Inspect Muffler

Noaan or Replace Spark Plug

EReplace Air Filter Paper Cartddge

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4. Chazge48 hou_ atond of season.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

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,

clean or 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"). -

Wheel

adjuster (_ Engine oil

(_ Brake

spdng

(_) Discharge bracket

guard

hinge pin

(_ Handle bracket

mountingpin

_Spray lubdcamRefer to 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 serf-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NUMBER 917.387205

;ERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

HORSEPOWER: 3.5

DISPLACEMENT: 9.05CU. IN.

GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.25 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 :(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 - .008

EXHAUST: .004 - .008

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: .0125 IN.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 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 MOWER •Remove blade and attaching hardware

(bolt, lock washer and hardened

washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and

check the key inside hub of blade adapter.

The key must be in good condition to work

properly. Replace adapter if damaged.

Always observe safety 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 damage.

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.

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

9 heat treated.

TOSHARPENBLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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 anail 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.

tf blade is balanced, it should remain in

a hodzontal position. If either end of the

blade moves downward, sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.•

The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

Blade Crankshaft

adapter_., keyway

Key

Crank-

shaft

Blade

bolt Lock Blade

washer edge adapter

Hardened

washer

GRASS CATCHER

(If purchased as an accesssory)

• The grass catcher may be hosed with

water, but must be dry when used.

•Check your grass catcher often for

damage or deterioration. Through

normal use it will wear. If catcher needs

replacing, replace only with a manufac-

turer approved replacement catcher.

Give the lawn mower model number

when ordering.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with

API service classif'_,ationSF, SG or SH.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according

to your expected operating terr_erature.

SAEVISCOSITY GRADES

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30,

10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather,

these multi-viscosityoils win result in increased

oilconsumption when used above 32°F.

Check your engine oillevel more frequently to

avoid possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oilafter even/25 hours of

operation or at least once ayear ifthe 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. T'_Jhtenoil plug securely each

time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug

and place wire where itcannot come in

contact with spark plug.

•Be sure lawn mower is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove bottom oil drain plug.

•After oilhas drained completely, replace oil

drain plug and tighten securely,

•Refill engine with oil. Pour slowly. Do not

over fill.

•Fillto top of slot inside of filler hole.

•Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

Drain plug

AIR RLTER

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

• Remove the air filter by tuming counter-

clockwise to the stop and pull away from

collar.

•Remove filter from inside of cover.

• Clean the inside of the cover and the collar

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