Craftsman 917.388224 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAN'I

4.5 HORSEPOWER

22" SIDE DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.388224

• 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

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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 Ordedng ........................ 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, Scars will repair free of charge any defect in matedal or workman-

ship.

Ifthis Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercialor rental purposes, this warranty

applies for only90 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

crankshaftsand 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 productis in use in the United States.

This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other rights which

vary from state tostate.

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating bands and feet and

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould 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 withthe controlsand the

proper use of the machine before

starting.

•Do not put hands or feet 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 isclear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

•Do notoperate the mower when

barefoot or weadng open sandals.

Always wear substantial foot wear.

•Do not pull mower backwards unless

absolutely necessary. Always look

down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

• Do notoperate the mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or

other safety protective devices in

place.

•See manufacturer's instructionsfor

proper operation and installation of

accessories. Only use accessories

approved by the manufacturer.

•Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

drives, walks, or roads.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment, before cleaning

the mower or unclogging the 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.

Always be sure of your footing: keep a

firm holdon the handle and walk; never

mR.

•Disengage the self-prepelled mecha-

nismor drive clutchon mowers so

equipped before starting the engine

(motor).

•If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately forthe cause.

Vibration is generally a waming of

trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when

operating mower,

II, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfastor 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

notmow 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 trim near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

•Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

footing could cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is notalert tothe presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you lastsaw them.

•Keep children out of the trimming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and tum machine oft 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 store the 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 debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipmentif you

strike 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 deterioration,

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 servicingthem.

•Do not change the engine governor

setting or overepeed the engine.

_.Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!I BECOMEALERT!!I YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

a, WARNING: 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.

_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birthdefects or ether repro-

ductive harm,

_WARNING: Battery posts,terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of Californiato cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

a, CAUTION: 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 accessorieswere availablewhenthislav,_mowerwas produced.They are not

shippedwith your mower.Theyare alsoavailableat mostSearsretailoutletsand service

centers.Most Searsstores canalso order repairpartsforyou,whenyou pro_dethe rnod_

numberofyourlawnmower. Someof theseaccessoriesmaynot applytoyourlawn rncwer.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

FeR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCNER KITS STABIUZER

REAR DISCHARGE SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWERS

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR RLTERS SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS ENGINE OIL

Read these instructionsand this manual

in its entirety before you attempt to

assemble or operate your new lawn

mowsr.

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE inthe

engine.

Your new lawn mower has been as-

sembled at the factory withthe exception

of those parts left unassembled for

shippingpurposes. To ensure safe and

proper operation of your lawn mower, all

parts and hardware you assemble must

be tightenedsecurely. Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper

tightness. All parts such as nuts, wash-

ers. bolts,etc., necessary to complete the

assembly have been placed in the parts

bag.

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 carton and

check carton thoroughlyfor 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

handte.

Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted

for your mowing comfort. Refer to

"ADJUST HANDLE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

control bar

position

Lower handle

TO INSTALL A'rrACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as a mulcher. To convert mower

to bagging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER'

in the Operation section of this manual.

KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER

READTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULESBEFORE OPERA'RNGYOUR LAWN

MOWER. Comparethe ilustra'deaswithyourlawnmowerto familiarize yourselfwiththe

locationofvariouscontrolsand a_ustments. Savethismanualforfuture reference.

These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or In literature supplied with the

product. Learn and understand their meaning.

CALmON ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEPHANDS

ORWARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Operator presence control bar

gine zone controlcable

Handle knob

Starter handle Gasoline filler cap

Airtilter

Pdmer

Housing

Discharge guard

Wheela_uster

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped (oneachwheel)

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

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

Amedcan National Standards Instituteand the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commis-

sion. The blade turns when the engine is running.

Operatorpreaence conlTofbar- mast be Primer -pumpsadditionalfuelfromthe

helddowntothe handle_ startthe engine, carburetortothecylinderforusewhen

Releaseto stop the engine, startingacoldengine.

Starterhandle -usedfor startingtheengine 6

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.

HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED

The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimumperformance. Speed is not

adjustable.

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

functionofthe operatorcontrol.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 cUTrlNG HEIGHT

Raise wheels for low cut and lower

wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height

to suit your requirements. Medium

position isbest 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, g-positionadjusters (if so equipped)

allow lever to be positioned between the

plate tabs.

LowerWheelsforHighCut

RaiseWheelsfor LowCut

TO CONVERTTO DISCHARGING

MOWER

Your mower is shipped ready to be used

asamulcher.To convertto bagging or

discharging:

•Liftdischarge guard and remove

mulcher plate.

• Mower can now be used for side

discharge or optional grass catcher can

be attached.

• To return to mulching operation, simply

reinstall mulcher plate as shown.

ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn

mower without discharge guard, ap-

proved grass catcher or mulcher plate in

place.

Housing

opening

Mu_ch

Tab Hinge rod

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL

Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in

the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil.

For type end grade of oil to use, see

=ENGINE" in Maintenance section ofthis

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 notover fill.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine

for accurate reading. To read proper level,

tighten engine 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. Fillto full line on dipstick.

•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 GASOLINE

•Fillfuel tank. Use 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.

AWARNING: Expe dence 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 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 carburetorcleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

A, CAUTION; Fillto bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do notstore, spillor

use gasoline near an open flame.

Engine Gasoline

oilca

TO START ENGINE

NOTE: Due to protective coatingson the

engine, a small amount of smoke may be

present during the initialuse of the

product and should be considered

normal.

1. To start a cold engine, push pdmer

three (3) times before tryingto start.

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 pdming steps. 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 priming steps.

MOWINGTIPS

•Under certain conditions,such as very

tall grass, it may be necessary to raise

the height of cutto 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 runthe

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-clockwisedirection,

starting at the outside of the area to be

cut, spreads grass clippingsmore

evenly and puts less load on the

engine. To keep clippings off of

walkways, flower beds, etc., make the

first cutsin a clockwise direction.

•Pores in cloth grass catchers can

become filled with dirtand dust with

use and catchers willcollect 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 MOWING11PS

IMPORTANT: Forbest performance,keep

mowerhousingfree of bugt-upgrassand

trash.See "CLEANING" inthe Maintenance

sec_onof tNs manusl.

•The spacbl rnulchingbladewil recatthe

grass dippingsmanytimes and reduce

them insizesothatasthey fal ontothe

lawnthey willclsperse intothe grassand

nct be nofk:ed. Also,the muichadgrass

willbiodegradequicklyto providenutrients

forthe lawn. Always mulch with your

highestengbe (blade) speedas thiswil

providethe bestreout_ngactionof the

blades.

• Avoid cu_ngyourlawn when it iswst. Wet

grasstendstoform dumps and interferes

withthe mulchingaction. The besttimeto

mow your lawnisthe earlyafternoon.At

tNs time the grasshas dried and the newly

cutarea wil notbe exposedtothe direct

sun.

•For best results,adjustthe lawnmower

curing heightso that the lawnmowercuts

offonlythe topone-thirdof the grass

blades. Ifthe lawnisovergrownit wiil ha

necessarytoraisethe heightofcutto

reducepushingeffortandto keep from

ovedoadbgtheengineand leaving

clumpsofmulched grass. Forextremely

heavymulching,reduceyourwidthof cut

by overlappingpreviouslycut pathand

mow slov,,ly.

•Certaintybesof grassand grasscanOk

tions may requirethatan area ha mulched

a secondtime tocompletelyhidethe

clippings.When dok_ga secondcut,mow

acres orperpendculartothe firstcutpath.

•Change yourcuttingpattern from weekto

week. Mow northtosouthoneweek than

changeto eesttoweetthe nextweek. This

willhelppreventmatting and g_Nng of

the lawn.

Max. 1/3

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES

Check for Loose Fasteners "_#/ ' " " _|

Cieardlnspect Grass Catcher

<IfEquipped) t/ _ I/'

Clean Lawn Mower II,/' 1_/

Clean Under Drive Cover

(Power-Propelled Mowers) (p#

Check drive belt/ ulleys

(Power.P ropell,_PMowere} IV#

Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade I/3

Lubrication Chart V /

Clean Sattery/RecharJrge v' ¥/,

IElectdc Start MowersI

Check EnQine Oil Level _/

Chan,qe Enqine Oil I,/1 _.

Clean Air Filter _ =

Inspect Muffler M#

Clean or Replace Spark Plug I1_

:replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge i,/2

1-Change moreoften v*t,_mopetat_g L_xler a heavy bad or in h_gharnblentt_mpe ra_r_,

2 - Service more oft_t wh_ operating In dirty or dusty conditic_S

3 - ReplaoJ1:4arielrr=>ra ofte_ when mowing insa=xtyeoa,

4 * Ct_rge 48 hour8at end of w.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Tha wananty_n thislawn rnowerdoesnat

coveritemsthathave beensubjectedto

operatorabuse ornegligence_To receiveful

valuefromthewarranty,operatormust

maintainmower as instructedinthis manual.

Someac_ustmentswil needto be made

periodicalhtto properlymaintainyour unit.

AI a(_usknentsin the Service and A(_ust-

mantssec_on ofthis manual shouldbe

checkedat least once each season.

• Once a year, replacethe sparkplug, clean

or replace airfilter element and check

bladefor wear. A new spark plug and

eleaxv_ewair filterelement assure proper

air-fuelmixture and help your engine run

better and lastlonger.

• Fellowthe melntenensescheduleintNs

manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Checkengineoil level,

•Chack for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keepunit welllubricated(See "LUBRICATION

CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ Wheeladuster

)n eachwhee)

(_) Brake

spring bracket

Discharge

guard hinge pin

(_ Handle bracket mounting pins

(D Spray lubricant

_) See "ENGINE" In Maintenance sectlon.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease

plastic wheel bearings. Viscous

lubricantswill attract dust and dirt that

willshorten the life of the serf-lubricat-

ing beadngs. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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