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  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual CRRFTSMIIN ° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 160cc Honda Engine Power-Propelled 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.371810 • EspaSol, p. 21 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 U.S.A.[...]

  • Page 2

    Warranty ................................................... 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4 Product Specifications .............................. 4 Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................ 6 Operation ............................................. 7-11 Maintenance Schedule ........................... 12 Mainte[...]

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    I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly 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 dis- charge opening at all times. • Only allow responsi[...]

  • Page 4

    • Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispensernozzle. • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times untilfueling is complete. Do not use a nozz[...]

  • Page 5

    Repair Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod- ucts, it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protec- tion Agreement can save you money and aggravation. Purchase a Repair Protec[...]

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    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 assem- bled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and prope[...]

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    KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations 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 in literature supplied with the [...]

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    The operation of any lawn SAFETY GLASSES mower can result in foreign objectsthrowninto the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Atways wear safety glasses or eye shields while oper- ating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a standard safetyglasses or wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO US[...]

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    Hinge bracket Mulcher door 3. Secure rear of discharge chute to lawn mower housing with knob. 4. Place rear handle of grass catcher on the crossbar of the lawn mower's lower handle as shown. 5. Lift the round door of the discharge chute and place the grass catcher into place on the discharge chute. NOTE: Be sure round door of discharge chute r[...]

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    TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER 1. Open round door of discharge chute to move starter rope out and away from grass catcher. X Front OPEN Round Starter door rope 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from lawn mower using both front and rear handles. 3. Empty clippings from grass catcher using both rear handle and strap. The weight of the grass will open [...]

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    TO START ENGINE NOTE: Due to protectivecoatings on the engine, a small amount of smoke may be presentduring the initial use of the product and should be considered normal. 1. Be sure fuel valve is in the ON po- sition. 2. Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back. N[...]

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    SCHEDULE Check for Loose Fasteners I Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher* _ Check Tires N Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower .... M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** _ Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade R Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level Change Engine Oil N Clean Air Filter _ Inspect Muffler N [...]

  • Page 13

    LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when per- forming 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. DRIVE WHEELS Check rear drive wheels each time you mow to be sure they move freely. [...]

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    ENGINE Maintenance, repair,or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers ex- pense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. LU BRICATION Use only high quality detergen[...]

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    Tab Cartridge Filter MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in the "PRODUCT SPECIFIC- ATIONS" section of this ma[...]

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    AWARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service and adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST[...]

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    TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT 1. Place new drive belt in the belt retainer of the debris shield. Be sure to route belt between belt keepers and through slot (See Figure D). Belt retainer. Tab Belt Drive belt Slot Figure D Debris shield 2. Route the other end of the new drive belt through hole in housing. 3. Reattach debris shield to housing with screw prev[...]

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    IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper enginespeed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipmentand experience to make any necessary a[...]

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    • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor- age container. Always follow the mix ratio found on s[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Parts & Repair Center, CAUSE PROBLEM Loss of power Poor cut - uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Grass catcher not filling (If so equipped) Hard to push Loss of drive or slowing of drive speed 1. Rear of mower housing or blade dragging in grass. 2. [...]

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    Garantia ......................................................... 21 Reglas de Seguridad ................................ 21-23 Especificaciones del Producto ....................... 23 Montaje / Pre-Operacion ............................... 25 Operaci6n ................................................. 26-30 Mantenimiento .........................[...]

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    I. OPERACION • Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse completamente con los controles y el uso correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer y comprender todas las instrucciones que aparecen en la maquina y en los manuales de operacion. • No ponga las manos o los pies cerca o debajo de las partes rotatorias. Mantengase siempre lejos de la abertur[...]

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    • Nunca Ilenar contenedores en un vehiculo, en un cami6n o caravana con un forro de plastico. Colocar siempre los contenedores en el suelo lejos de su vehiculo antes de Ilenar. • Quitar equipos que funcionan con gasolina del cami6n o caravana y repostar en el suelo. Si esto no es posible, repostar dicho equipo con un contenedor portatil, mas bi[...]

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    Acuerdos de Protecci6n para la Reparaci6n Congratulaciones por su buena compra. Su nuevo producto Craftsman@ esta diseSado y fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable por muchos aSos. Pero como todos los productos, puede necesitar alguna reparaci6n de tanto en tanto. En este caso tener un Acuerdo de Protecci6n para la Reparaci6n puede hacerles ahorra[...]

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    Lea estas instrucciones y este manual comple- tamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Este cortacesped viene SIN ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor. Su segadora nueva ha sido montada en la fabrica con la excepcion de aquellas partes que se dejaron sin montar por razones de envio. Todas las partes como las tuercas, las a[...]

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    FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURtDAD ANTES DE OPARAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con la ubicacion de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura propor[...]

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    La operacion de cualquier segadora puede hacer que salten objetos extrafios dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir dafios graves en estos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o proteccion para los ojos mientras opere su segadora o cuando haga ajustes o reparaciones. Recomendamos gafas o una mascara de seguridad de visi6n amplia de seguridad usada [...]

  • Page 28

    3. Fijar la parte trasera del canal de descarga al bastidor del cortacesped a traves del pomo. 4. Colocar el mango trasero del dep6sito de hierba en la alzaprima del mango inferior del cortacesped como mostrado. 5. AIzar la puerta redonda del canal de eyec- cion y colocar el dep6sito de hierba en el canal de eyeccion. AVlSO: Asegurarse de que la pu[...]

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    PARA VAClAR EL RECOGEDOR DE ClaSPED 1. Abierto la puerta redonda del canal incli- nado de la descarga para mover la cuerda del arrancador hacia fuera y lejos des de el recogedor de cesped. X Mango ABIERTO Puerta redonda Cuerda del arrancador 2. Remueva el recogedor de cesped, con los recortes, de la segadora usando tanto el mango anterior como el [...]

  • Page 30

    PARA PARAR EL MOTOR - Para parar el motor y si no intenta ponerlo en marcha de nuevo, alivie la barra de control que exige la presencia del operador. Espere hasta que la cuchilla y todas las piezas m6- viles se hallan parado y mueva la valvula del combustible a la posicion APAGADO (OFF). PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR AVlSO: Debido alas capas protect[...]

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    PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTO Revisar si hay Sujetadores Sueltos S Limpiar/Inspeccionar el Recogedor de Cesped * E Controlar los Neum;Jticos G Controlar las Ruedas Motrices *** A Limpiar la Segadora .... D Limpiar debajo la Cubierta de la Transmisi6n *** O Revisar las Correas y las Poleas Impulsadas *** R Revisar / Afilar / Cambiar la Cuchilla A Lubric[...]

  • Page 32

    SEGADORA Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cu- ando haga el mantenimiento. LLANTAS • Mantenga las Ilantas sin gasolina, aceite o substancias quimicas para control de insec- tos que pueden da5ar la goma. • Evite los tocones, las piedras, las grietas pro- fundas, los objetos afilados y otros peligros que pueden da5ar alas Ilantas. RUEDAS DE[...]

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    MOTOR El mantenimiento, la reparaci6n, o el reemplazo de cualquier dispositivos o sistemas del control de la emision, los cuales sean hechos al costo del cliente, pueden ser realizados por cualquier individuo o establecimiento de reparacion de motor. Los reparos que caen bajo garantia deben ser realizados por un establecimiento de servicio de repar[...]

  • Page 34

    Oreja Cartucho Cubierta del filtro de aire SILENClADOR Inspeccione y cambie el silenciador siesta corroido puede producir un peligro de incendio y/o dafio. BUJJA Cambie el bujia al comienzo de carla tempo- rada de siega o despues de cada 100 horas de operaci6n, Io que suceda primero. El tipo de bujia y el ajuste de la abertura aparecen en "ES-[...]

  • Page 35

    _ADVERTENClA: Para evitar lesi6nes serias, antes de dar calquier servico o de hacer ajustes: 1. Suelte la barra de control y pare el motor. 2. AsegQrese que la cuchilla y que todas las partes movibles se hayan detenido comple- tamente. 3. Desconecte el alambre de la bujia y p6n- galo en donde no pueda entrar en contacto con esta. SEGADORA PARA AJUS[...]

  • Page 36

    PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPULSION 1. Colocar la nueva correa de mando en el estribo de la pantalla de los escombros. Asegurarse de colocar la correa entre los dispositivos de fijaci6n de la correa y las ranuras como mostrado (Vea la Figure D). Estribo de la correa reja Dispositivos de fi Correa de mando Pantalla de los Ranura escombros Figure D 2[...]

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    CARBURADOR Su carburador no es ajustable. Si su motor no esta funcionando en forma adecuada debido a problemas que se sospecha vienen del carbu- rador, Ileve su segadora a contacto con su cen- tro de servicio Sears o con un otro centro de servicio cualificado para repararla y/o ajustarla. IMPORTANTE: Nunca manipule el regulador del motor, el que ha[...]

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    AVI$O: El estabilizador de combustible es una alternativa aceptable para reducir a un minimo la formaci6n de depositos de goma en el com- bustible durante el periodo de almacenamiento. Agregue estabilizador a la gasolina en el estanque de combustible o en el envase para el almacenamiento. Siempre sigala proporci6n de mezcla que se encuentra en el e[...]

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    SOLUCION DE est_ dirigido a PROBLEMA Falta de 1. fuerza 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Mal corte- 1. disparejo 2. 3. Vibraci6n 1. excesiva 2. Cord6n 1. arrancador dificil de tirar 2. 3. 4. Recogedor de 1. cesped nose 2. Ilena (si viene equipado) 3. Dificil de 1. empujar 2. 3. 4. Perdida de 1. impulsion 2. o retardase 3. de la 4. velocidad PROBLEMAS - Vea la secci6[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.371910 O 5 ? 53 37 3 4 48 44 47 I 32 I 54 46 43 35 39 4O 38 27 12 56 36 25 23[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.371810 4:_ KEY PART KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 188505X418 Handle, Grassbag, Rear 24 191730 Nut, Hex, Flangelock 1/4-20 47 750634 2 65322 Hairpin Cotter 25 183445 Rod, Hinge 48 86899X004 3 183483 Rod, Rear Handle, Grassbag 26 183446 Spring, Mulcher Door 49 1320[...]

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    I'0 t 34 69 3 32 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.371810 16_,._, _ _ 24 32 ---_-- 25 69 26 13 27 30 14 -_-28 12 X 30 10 38 14 i J 38 o 1 I jll I 69 33 I 34 i/ 38 34 I I I 46 I 6 _: t 18 2 )i I I I I I[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.371810 4:_ KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 196785 Drive Control Assembly (Includes Cable) 29 17060410 2 195745 Cover, Drive Control, Top 30 183457 3 187353 Pulley, Drive Control 31 88348 4 190038 Lever, Drive Control (red) 32 192622 5 195744 Cover, Drive Control, Bottom 33[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.371810 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY - - PART NUMBER 188294 ......... i...... ....... 12 5 8 10 7 11 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 187530 Case, Lower 2 191245 Case, Upper 3 187532 Gear, 24 Teeth 4 191246 Shaft, Worm 5 183505 Wireform 6 183506 Bearing, Ball 7 183508 Seal, Output Shaft 8 183509 Washer 9 183511 B[...]

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    SERVICE NOTES 45[...]

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    HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV160-AS3A LABEL CHOKE 12 • °It CAMSHAFT PULLEY J 9 10 t3----_ CARBURETOR J ...... _]_ ............................. 14 .................... ;;_ ............. ! b, _3 46[...]

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    HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV160-AS3A LABELS KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 9 7400187 Mark, Choke Indication CHOKE KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 1 7257157 Seal, Choke Lever 2 4209581 Spring, Cable Return 3 7257165 Lever, Choke 4 7257173 Base Comp., Choke 5 7257181 Spring, Choke Lever 6 7257199 Hook, Choke Spring 7 7257207 Plate, Choke 8 722986[...]

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    HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV160-AS3A FAN COVERJ AIR CLEANER J I E*3 • RECOILSTARTER I FLYWHEEL 48[...]

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    HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV160-AS3A FAN COVER KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 1 3683646 Rubber Supporter (107 mm) 2 7357379 Cock Assembly, Fuel 3 5189352 Bracket, Fuel Cock 4 6673289 Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank 5 5580469 Tube, Fuel 6 7399371 Cover Comp., Fan (T89) 8 6978399 Collar, Fuel Cock 9 5581004 Bolt, Stud 10 0671636 Screw, Washer Head #5 [...]

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    HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV160-AS3A CYLINDER BARREL J PISTON CONNECTING ROD J CRANKSHAFT J OIL PANJ 5 MUFFLER 5O[...]

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    HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV160-AS3A CYLINDER BARREL KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6842413 2399780 5579990 5580006 0636845 0803619 5581038 1441112 1899848 Barrel Assembly, Cylinder Clip, Valve Guide Cover, Head Cover Comp., Breather Bolt, Flange #6 x 12 (CT200) Bolt, Flange #6 x 14 (CT200) Oil Seal 25Ax 62 x 6 Plug, Spark [...]

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    Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage do[...]