Craftsman 917.388012 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAWI

6.0 HORSEPOWER

21" REAR DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.388012

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Espa_ol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rulesand Instructions

beforeoperatingthisequipment

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

Visit our Craftsmanwebsite: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ................................................. 2 Product Specifications.......................... 11

Safety Rules ........................................ 2-4 Service and Adjustments ...................... 14

Assembly ................................................ 5 Storage ............................................ 15-16

Operation ............................................. 6-9 Troubleshooting .............................. 16-17

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 10 Repair Parts ..................................... 34-39

Maintenance .................................... 10-13 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 instructionsin

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

manship.

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, includingbent

crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

Warranty service is available by returningthe 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 specificlegal dghts, and you may also have other dghts

whichvary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., [3/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine iscapable of amputating hands and feet and

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionson the machine and in the

manual(s) before starting. Be thor-

oughly familiar with the controlsand

the proper use of the machine before

starting.

•Do not put hands or feel near or under

rotatingparts. Keep clear ofthe

discharge opening at all times.

•Only allow responsible individuals,

who are familiar with the instructions,to

operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

rocks,toys,wire, bones, sticks, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown

by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing.Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Do not operate the mower when

barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Always wear substantial foot wear.

•Do not pull mower backwards unless

absolutely necessary. Always leek

down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

•Do not operate the mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or

other safety protective devices in place.

•See manufacturer's instructionsfor

proper operation and installetion of

accessories. Only use accessories

approved by the manufacturer.

• Stoptheblade(s)whencrossinggravel

ddves,walks,ormarls.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment, before cleaning

the mower or uncloggingthe chute.

• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait

untilthe blade comes to complete stop

before removing grass catcher.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Never operate machine in wet grass.

Alwaysbe sure ofyour footing:keep a

firm hold on the handle and walk; never

run,

•Disengage the self-propelled mecha-

nism or drive clutchon mowers so

equipped before starting the engine

(motor).

•Ifthe equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble.

•Always wear safety gngg_esor safety

glasses with side shields when

operating mower.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related to slip

and fall accidents which can result in

severe injury, All slopes require extra

caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do

not mow it.

DO:

•Mow across the face of slopes: never

up and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing directionon slopes.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall

grass can hide obstacles,

DO NOT:

•Do not tdm near drop--offs,ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

•Do not tdm excessively steep slopes.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

footing could cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator

isnot alert to the presence of children.

Childrenare often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep childrenOutof the tdmming area

and under the watchful care of another

reeponsible adult.

•Be alert and tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and while walking backwards,

look behind and down for small

children.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never storethe machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine (motor) running. Disconnect

the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the plug to prevent acciden-

tal starting.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debds build-up. Clean oilor fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodog.

•Stop and inspectthe equipment if you

stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never attempt to make wheel height

adjustments while the engine (motor) is

running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and detedoretion,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when seTv_ng them.

•Do not change the engine governor

setting or overspeed the engine,

ALook for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONI!I BECOME ALERTI!I YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_, CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle

componentscontain or emit chemicals

known tothe State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other

reproductiveharm.

_.WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of Califomia to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

ACAUTION: Muffler and other engine

parts become extremely hot during

operation and remain hot after engine

has stopped. To avoid severe burns on

contact, stay away from these areas.

These accessoriesware availablewhen thislawa mowerwas produced,They are not

shipped with your mower._ are alsoevailabicat rnostSearsretanoutletsandservice

centers. MostSears storescan alsoorder repairpartsforyou,whenyouprovidethe model

oumber ofyour lawnrnower. Sorneoftheseaccessoriesrnaynotapply toyourlawnmower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE:LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHERKITS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDI_DISCHARGE

LAWNMOWERS

STABIUZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWERMAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES

AIR FILTERS

BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructionsand this manual

in its entirety before you attempt to

assemble or operate your new lawn

mower.

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is

shippedWITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in

the engine.

Your new lawn mower has been as-

sembled at the factory with the exception

ofthose parts left unassembled for

shippingpurposes. All parts such as nuts,

washers, belts, etc., necessary to com-

plete the assembly have been placed in

the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper

operationof 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

1. Remove loose parts included with

mower.

2. Cut down two end comers of carton

and lay end panel down flat.

3. Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper and lower

handle and padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle.

4. Roll lawn mower out of cartonand

check carton thorougly for additional

loose parts.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage controlcables.

1. Raise handles until lower handle

section locks into place in mowing

position.

2. Remove protective padding, raise

upper handle section into place on

lower handle and tighten both handle

knobs.

3. Remove handle padding holding

operator presence control bar to

upper handle.

Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted

foryour mowing comfort. Refer to "AD-

JUST HANDLE" in the Service and

Adjustmentssection of this manual.

Operator

control bar

position

Lower handle

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as a mulcher. To con,,_rtmower

to bagging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER"

in the Operation sectionof this manuel.

KNOW¥OUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

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

with the location of vadous controlsand 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

presence control bar

knob

Gasoline filler cap

Air filter

Primer

Muffler

Housing

Wheeladjuster

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped (oneach wheel)

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE inthe engine.

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotarywalk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commis-

sion. The blade turns when the engine is running.

Operator presence control bar -mustbe Primer - pumps additionalfuel from the

held down tothe handle to start the carburetor to the cylinderfor use when

engine. Release to stop the engine, starting a cok:lengine.

Starter handle -used for startingthe

engine. 6

Theoperationofanylawn

mowercanresultinforeign

objectsthrownintothe

eyes, whichcan result in

severe eye damage.

Alwayswear safety glasses or eye

shieldswhile operating your lawn mower

or performing any adjustments or repairs.

We recommend a wide vision safety

mask over spectacles or standard safety

glasses.

HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED

The engine speed was set at the factory

foroptimum performance. Speed is not

adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

ACAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine controlto be installed on this

lawn mower in order to minimize the dsk

of blade contact injury.Do not under any

circumstancesattempt to defeat the

functionofthe operator control.The blade

turns when the engine is running.

• Your lawn mower is equipped with an

operator presence control bar which

requiresthe 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, adjust cuttingheight

to suityour requirements. Medium

positionis bestfor 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 propedy positioned

when plate tab inserts intohole in lever.

Also, 9-position adjusters (it so equipped)

allow laver to be positioned between the

plate tabs.

LewerWheelsfor Hig/nCut pr._lste_

RaiseWheelsforLowCut Lever

TO CONVERT MOWER

Yourlawn mower wsa _rsadyto ba

usedas a rnulch_. Toconvert to bagging:

REAR BAGGING

•Liftrsar dnorofthe lawnmowerand place

the grass catchorframe hooksontothe

doorpivotpins.

•To converttomulchingoperation,remove

grasscatcherand dose reardoor.

ACAUTION: Do not run your lawnmower

without clippingdeflector or approved

grass catcher in place. Never attempt to

operate the lawn mower with the rear

door removed or propped open.

Pivot ' Rear Grass

catcher

handle

Catcher frame hook

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

1. Liftup on grass catcher usingthe

frame handle.

2. Remove grass catcher with clippings

from under lawn mower handle.

3. Empty clippings from bag using beth

frame handle and bag handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when

emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

Grass

catcher

frame

handle

Bag I

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL

Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in

the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil.

Fortype and grade of oil to use, see

"ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this

manual.

1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area

around oil fill is clean.

2, Remove engine oil cap and fill to the

full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly.

Do not over fill.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine

for accurate reading. To read proper level,

tightenengine oil cap, then remove it to

read the dipstick.

3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

•Check oil level before each use. Add

oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

•Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operationor each season. You may

need to change the oil more often

under dusty, dirty conditions.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fillfuel tank. Usa fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. Do not mix oil with gaso-

line. Purchase fuel in quantities that

can be used within 30 days to assure

fuel freshness.

_I_.WARNING: Experience indicatesthat

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation ofacids 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 untilthe fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never usa engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom ofgas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spillor

ass gasoline near an open flame.

Gas°lic_p

Engine _ - f'.i h,-'hl"I_t)3J

oilcap

TO START ENGINE

NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the

engine, a small amount of smoke may be

present during the initial use of the

product and should be considered

normal.

1. To start a cold engine, push pdmer

three (3) times before tPjing tostart.

Use a firm push. This step is not

usually necessary when starting an

engine which has already run for a

few minutes.

2. 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

•To stop engine, release operator

presence control bar.

NOTE: in cooler weather it may be

necessary to repeat pdmingsteps. In

warmer weather over pdming 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 pdming steps.

MOWlNGTIPS

• Under certain conditions,such as very

tall grass, it may be necessary to raise

the height of cut to reduce pushing

effortand to keep from ovedoading 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 ovedapping 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

(pushingspeed) and/or run the lawn

mower over the area a second time.

•Ifa trailof clippingsis left on the dght

side of a rear discharge mower, mow in

a clockwise directionwith esmall

ovedap to collect the clippingson the

next pass.

•Pores in cloth grass catchers can

become tilled with dirtand dust with

use and catchers willcollect less grass.

To prevent this, regularly hose catcher

off with water and letdry before using.

•Keep top of engine around starter clear

and clean of grass clippingsand chaff.

This will help engine air flow and

extend engine life.

MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free ut buitt-up

grass and trash. See "CLEANING" inthe

Maintenance section of this manual.

•The special mulching blade will recur

the grass clippingsmany 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 nUtrientsfor the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will providethe

best recuttingaction ofthe blades.

•Avoid curlingyour lawn when it iswet.

Wet grass tends to form clumpsand

interferes with the mulching action.The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dded and the newly cut area willnot be

exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjustthe lawn mower

cutting height so that the lawn mower

cuts off only the top one-third dt the

grass blades. If the lawn isovergrown it

will be necessary to raise the height ol

cut to reduce pushing effortand to keep

from ovedoeding the engine and

leaving clumps of mulched grass. For

extremely heavy mulching, reduce your

width of cut by ovedapping previously

cut path and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass

conditionsmay require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

larto 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 o! the lawn.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _fFILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGLlt.AR SERVICE fSERVICE DATES

Check forLoose Fasteners _

Cteardlnspect Grass Catcher

(If Equipped) I1_ 11_ II_

Mclean Lawn Mower I_/I ;V/

O Clean Under Drive Cover I

(Power-proF_lted Mowers) I_'

Check Give dew ulleys

RE ipower.Prope,_°Mowers) t_

Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade !/'_}

Lubrication Chart _

Clean Battew/Recha

Electd¢ Start Mowe_q_e I1_ it/4 I

E Check Engine 011Level _/

N Chan_eEngineOII b/t_

GClean Air Filter Ip#:z

Inspect Muffler

NClean or Reptace Spark Plug V /

E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge t//2

1 - Cl'ang ereom o_ whe_ operating uqde¢sha_ load or II1highan'ble_ temparaturu,

2 - Son/k_ morn onen *_d_nopecat_g in din'ye¢dL_y condi_ons.

s-Rep_ bladesrmreoe_mwhenmow_g_ _rdy aoM.

4. C_arge 48 houn_al end dm.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does

not cover items that have been subjected

to operatorabuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain mower as

instructedin this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodicallyto properly maintain your

unit.

All a_ustrnents in the Service and

Adjustmentssection 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

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine tun better and last I_Jer.

•Follow the maintenance schedule in

this manual.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) Brake

spring

bracket

ne oil

Rear

(_) Handle bracket mounting pins door hinge

(_) Spray lubricant

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubdcated (See "LUBRI-

CATION CHART').

_) Su "ENGINE" In Maintenance section.

IMPORTANT: Donot oil or grease

plastic wheel bearings. Viscous

lubricants willattract dustand dirtthat

willshorten the life of the self-lubdcat-

Ing bearings, ifyou feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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