Craftsman 917.388383 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

6.0 HORSEPOWER

21" MULTI-CUT

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.388383

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Espahol

•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.com/craftsman

Warranty ............................................... 2

Safety Rules ......................................... 2

Assembly .............................................. 5

Operation .............................................. 6

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 10

Maintenance ....................................... 10

Product Specifications ........................ 11

Service and Adjustments .................... 13

Storage ............................................... 14

Troubleshooting ................................. 15

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

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 workman-

ship.

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

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

contained 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

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

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I.GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual(s) before starting. Be thor-

oughly familiar with the controls and the

proper use of the machine before

starting.

•Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the

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 look

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 instructions for

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.

• Shuttheengine (motor) off and wait

until the 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 hold on the handle and walk; never

run.

• Disengage the self-propelled mecha-

nism or drive clutch on mowers so

equipped before starting the engine

(motor).

• If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally awarning of

trouble.

•Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when operat-

ing mower.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor 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 direction on 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.

II1. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the trimming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn 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

corners, 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 approvedcontainer.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Aliow 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 awater 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 equipment if 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 servicing them.

• Do not change the engine governor

setting or overspeed the engine.

_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starling 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

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm,

Wash hands after handling.

These accessories were availablewhen this lawn mower was produced. They are not

shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retailoutlets and service

centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts foryou, when you provide the model

number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS STABILIZER

REAR DISCHARGE SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWERS

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 as-

sembled at the factory with the exception of

those parts left unassembled for shipping

purposes. 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 neces-

sary to ensure proper tightness. All parts

such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., neces-

sary to complete the assembly have been

placed in the parts bag.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

•Remove loose parts included with

mower.

•Cut down two end corners of carton and

lay end panel down flat.

•Remove all packing 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.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle 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

adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer

to "Adjust Handle" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

Operator presence

control bar

Upper

Lift u

Mowing position

Lower handle

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as amulcher. To convert to

bagging or discharging, see "To convert

mower" in the OPERATION section of this

manual.

KNOWYOUR LAWNMOWER

READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOURLAWN

MOWER. Comparethe illustrationswith yourlawnmowerto familiarizeyourselfwiththe

locationofvariouscontrolsand adjustments.Savethismanualforfuturereference.

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 FtJEL ell DANGER. KEEP HANDS

OR WARNqNG ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

presence control

bar

Starter zone control cable

Handle knob

Grass catcher Engine oil cap

with dipstick

Gasoline Mulcher door Lawn mower housing

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the

engine. (on each wheel)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotarywalk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safetystandardsof the American

National Standards Instituteand the U.S, Consumer ProductSafety Commission, The blade

turns when the engine is running.

Operator Presence Control Bar- must be Primer - pumps additional fuel from the

held down to the handle to start the engine, carburetor to the cylinder for use when

Release to stop the engine, starting a cold engine.

Starter Handle - used for starting the engine.

"rheoperationofanylawn

mowercan resultin

foreigeobjectsthrown

intotheeyes,whichcan

resultinsevereeye

damage.Alwayswearsafetyglassesoreye

shieldswhileoperatingyourlawnmoweror

peffes'ninganyadjustmentsorrepairs.We

recommenda widevisionsafetymaskover

spectaclesorstandardsafetyglasses.

HOW TOUSEYOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINESPEEDCONTROL

Theenginespeedwassetatthefactoryfor

optimumperformance.Speedisnotadjust-

able

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

function of the operator control. The blade

turns when the engine is running.

•Your lawn mower isequippedwith an

operatorpresence controlbar which

requiresthe operator to be positioned

behine_'_elawn mower handle to start and

operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST CUFFING HEIGHT

•Raise wheels forlow cut and lower wheels

for highcut.

•Adjustcuttingheight to suit your require-

ments. Medium positionis bestfor most

lawns.

•To change cuttingheight, squeeze adjuster

lever towardwheel. Move wheel up or

down to suityour requiramants.Be sure all

wheels are inthe same setting.

NOTE: Adjusteris properlypositionedwhen

pl_e tab inserts intohole in lever. Also,9-

positionadjusters(ifso equipped) allow lever

to be positionedbetween the plate tabs.

LowerWheels for HighCut

Pla_

Raise Wheels for LowCut

REAR BAGGING

• Lift reardoor ofthe lawn mowerand place

the grass catcherframe hooks ontothe

door pivotpins.

•To convertto mulchingor discharging

operation,remove grass catcher and close

rear door.

Pivotpins " ' _ - . .j

SIDE DISCHARGING

•Rear door must be closed

• Open muicher door and installdischarge

deftector under guard as shown

• Mower is new ready for discharging

operation

• To convert to mulching or bagging

operation, discharge deflector must be

removed and mulcher door must be

closed.

SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER

WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN

MOWER

FOR MULCHING -

•Rear door dosed

• Mulcher door dosed

FOR REAR BAGGING -

•Grass catcher installed.

• Mulcher door closed

FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -

•Rear doordosed.

•Side dischargedallector installed.

ACAUTION: Donotrunyourlawnmower

withoutreardoordosed orapprovedgrass

catcherinplace.Neveratternpttooperatethe

lawnmowerwiththereardoorremovedor

preppedopen.

TOCONVERT MOWER

Yourlawnmowerwasshippedreadytobe

usedasa mulcher.Toconvedto baggingor

discharging: 7

Mulcher

door

Open

MulcherDoor

dofioc,o

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL

Yourlawn mower isshippedwithout oilin the

engine.

•Be sure mower is level and area aroundoil

fillisclean.

•Remove engine oilcap and filltothe full

line on the dipstick.

NO_E: Allow oil to settle down into

engine for accurate dipstick reading.

•Engineholds 20ozs. of oil. Fortypeend

grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in

Maintenance sectionof this manual.

• Pour oil slowly. Do not overfill.

•Check oil levelbefore each use. Add oil if

needed. Filltofulllineon dipstick.

•To read proper level,tighten engine oil cap

each time.

•Reinstall engine oil cap end tighten.

•Change the oil after every 25 hears of

operationor each season. You may need

to change the oil more oftenunder dusty,

dirty conditions.

ADD GASOUNE

NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove

and discard the debris plug that is inside

the tank.

•Fillfuel tank. Use fresh,clean, regular

unloaded gasolinewith a minimumof 87

octane. Do not mixoil withgasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantitiesthat can be

used within30 days to assurefuel

freshness.

1 •

_,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 da,mage may occur.

ACAUTION: Fillto 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.

Gasolinefiller _Engineoil

cap _ _ cap

(Discard _-/_

debrisplug t._-,_"'--7_>,_T _,_

inside) _ ,1"_

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.

•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 already run for a few

minutes.

•Hold operatorpresence controlbar down

tothe handteend pullstaher handle

quickly. Do not allowstarterrope to snap

back.

•To stopengine, release operatorpresence

contm_bar.

NOTE: In coolerweather it may be necessary

to repeat primingsteps. In warmer weather

over priming may cause flooding add engine

willnot start. Ifyou doflood engine,waita few

minutes before attemptingto startand do not

repeat primingsteps.

MOWINGTIPS

•Under certain condttlons, suchas very tall

grass, it may be necessary to raise the

height of cut to reduce pushing effed 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 heavycutting, reducethe

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.

• Pores in cloth grass catchers can become

filled with dirt and dust with use and

catchers wilt cotlecl less grass. To prevent

this, regulady 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 wil_help engine air flow end extend

engine life.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,ke_

mower housingfree of built-upgrass ar_

trash.Clean UNDERSIDE OF MOWER

HOUSING after each use. See "C_eaning

MAINTENANCE sectionof thismanual.

•The special mulchingblade will recutt

grass clippingsmany times and reduc

them in size so thatas they fall onto the

_awnthey w_tdisperse into the grass ¢_

not be noticed. Also, the mulched gras

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrient,,

the lawn. Always mulch w_thyour high

engine (blade) speed as this will provi

the best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

grass tends to form clumps and interfer

withthe mulching act_n. The best time

mow your lawn is the early afternoon. I

this time the grass has dried and the n_

cut area will not be exposed to the dire

sun.

• For best results, adjust the lawn mowe

cutting height so that the lawn mower (

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. Ifthe lawn is overgrown _twiUt

necessary to raise the height of cut to

reduce pushing effort and to keep fron"

overloading the engine and leaving

clumps of mulched grass. For extreme

heavy ruu!ching, reduceyour w_dthof

mow slowly and raise the rear of the Is

mower one wheel adjuster setting hig

than the front.

•Certain types of grass and grass cone

may require that an area be mulched

second time to completely hide the

clippings. When doing a second cut, rr

acrossor peq_3nd_utarto _hefirstcutl:

•Change your cuttingpatternfrom wee!,

week. Mow northto southone week t_"

change toeast to west the nextweek."

will helpprevent mattingand graining

the _awn.

Max 1/3

1. Change nl_re o_ien when oper_ling under a heavy load or in high amblenl temperatures

2. Serv_e more often when operaling in di_ty ot dusty conditions

3. Replace b_ades more often when mowing in sandy soi_

4. Charge 48 hours a[ end of season¸

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warrantyonthislawn mowerdoes not

cover itemsthat have been subjectedto

operatorabuse or negligence.Toreceivefull

valuefromthe warranty,operator must

maintain mower as instructedin this manual.

Some adjustmentswillneed to be made

periodicallyto propertymaintain your unit.

All adjustmentsin the Serviceand

Adjustmentssectionof this manual should be

checked at leastonce each season.

•Once a year,replacethe spark plug,

replace airfilterelement and check b_ade

for wear. A new spark plug and clean/new

air filter element assuresproper air-fuel

mixture and helps your engine run better

and last Iong_.

• Follow the maintenance schedule in this

manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION

CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

_ Wheel

ad)usters

i _ i_)_

door Handle bracket

hinge mounting pin

(_) SPRAYLUBRICANT

SAE30 MOTOROIL. REFERTO

(_) ENGINE- MAINTENANCESECTION.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

wheel bearings.Viscous lubricants willattract

dustand dirtthat willshorten the lifeofthe self

lubricating bearings. Ifyou feel they mustbe

lubricated,use only a dry,powdered graphite

type lubrk:,antsparingly.

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