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  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual CRRFTSMRN ° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 550 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine Power-Propelled 22" Side Discharge Model No. 917.375610 • EspaSol, p. 18 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[...]

  • Page 2

    Warranty ................................................... 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4 Product Specifications .............................. 4 Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................ 6 Operation ............................................. 7-10 Maintenance Schedule ........................... 11 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

    • Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. • 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 fro[...]

  • 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[...]

  • Page 6

    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 excep- tion of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and pro[...]

  • Page 7

    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. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while oper- ating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a standard safety glasses or wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO U[...]

  • Page 9

    BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual. _i, CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on startup. 1. Be sure lawnmower is level. 2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fil[...]

  • Page 10

    MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher blade attachments on your mower. Such attachments are hazardous, will damage your mowerand could void your warranty. • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leavingclumps of g[...]

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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 [...]

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    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 front drive wheels each time before you mow to be sure they move [...]

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    GRASS CATCHER (If purchased as an accessory) • The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used. • Check your grass catcher often for dam- age or deterioration. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher needs replac- ing, replace only with approvedreplace- ment catcher shown in the Repair Parts sectionof this manual. Give [...]

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    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 SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CLEANING IMPORTAN[...]

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    TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT 1. Place new drive belt in engine pulley and belt retainer of debris shield. 2. Route the other end of the new drive belt through hole in housing. 3. Reinstall debris shield. 4. Reinstall blade. 5. Return mower to upright position. 6. Push down on arm, install new belt on gearcase pulley. Release arm slowly. NOTE: Always use f[...]

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    Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Operator presence control bar MOWING POSITION LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn mower[...]

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    CYLINDER 1. Remove spark plug. 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. 3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline wi[...]

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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 ......................................................... 19 Reglas de Seguridad ................................ 19-20 Especificaciones del Producto ....................... 21 Montaje / Pre-Operacion ............................... 23 Operaci6n ................................................. 24-27 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 yen los manuales de operacion. • No ponga las manos o los pies cerca o debajo de las partes rotatorias. Mantengase siempre lejos de la abertura[...]

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    • Nunca repostar la maquina al interior de un local. • Nunca guardar la maquina o el contenedor de gasolina donde hay una llama abierta, chispa o luz piloto como una caldera u otros dispositivos. • 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 [...]

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    Acuerdos de Protecci6n para la Reparaci6n Congratulaciones por su buena compra. Su nuevo producto Craftsman@ esta dise5ado y fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable por muchos a5os. 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[...]

  • Page 23

    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 excepci6n 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[...]

  • Page 25

    La operacion de cualquier segadora puede hacer que salten objetos extraSos dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir daSos 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 vision amplia de seguridad usada so[...]

  • Page 26

    ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR AGREGUE ACEITE Su segadora fue enviada sin aceite en el motor. Para el tipo y el grado del aceite a utilizar, vea el "MOTOR" en la secci6n del Mantenimiento de este manual. _PRECAUCl6N: NO sobrellene el motor con aceite, o fumara pesa demante del silenciador cuando Io valla a arrancar. 1. AsegQrese que la [...]

  • Page 27

    _NSEJOS PARA SEGAR PRECAUClON: No utilizar dispositivos anti- paja de la hoja en la segadora ya que estos accesorios son peligrosos, pueden da5ar su segadora y anular su garantia. • Bajo ciertas condiciones, tal como cesped muy alto, puede ser necesario el elevar la altura del corte para reducir el esfuerzo necesario para empujar la segadora y pa[...]

  • Page 28

    PROGRAMA DE ANTES DEsPuEs CADA CADA CADA ANTESDEL DE CADA OE CADA 2S.ORAS O ALMACE- MANTENIMIENTO uso uso .ORASTEMPO.ADA.ORAS.AM,E.TO Revisar si hay Sujetadores Sueltos S Limpiar/Inspeccionar el Recogedor de Cesped * E Controlar los Neumaticos G Controlar las Ruedas Motrices *** A Limpiar la Segadora .... D Limpiar debajo la Cubierta de la Transmis[...]

  • Page 29

    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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    RECOGEDOR DE CO:SPED (Si comprado como accesorio) • El recogedor de cesped puede ser rociado con el agua de la manguera pero tiene que estar seco cuando se vaya a usar. • Revise su recogedor de cesped a menudo para verificar si esta dafiado o deteriorado. Se va a desgastar con el uso normal. Si se necesita cambiar el recogedor, cambielo solamen[...]

  • Page 31

    SILENClADOR Inspeccione y cambie el silenciador siesta corroido puede producir un peligro de incendio y/o dafio. BUJiA Cambie el bujia al comienzo de cada 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- PECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO" secci6n d[...]

  • Page 32

    Polea del motor Correa de mando Estribo de la correa Defensa en contra del desperdicio PARA CAMBIAR CORREA DE IMPULSION 1. Colocar la nueva correa de mando en la polea del motor y el estribo de la pantalla de los escombros. 2. Colocar la otra extremidad de la nueva correa de mando a traves del orificio en el bastidor. 3. Reinstale la defensa en con[...]

  • Page 33

    Inmediatamente prepare su segadora para el almacenamiento al final de cada temporada o si la unidad no se va a usar por 30 dias o mas. SEGADORA Cuando se va a guardar la segadora por cierto periodo de tiempo, limpiela cuidadosamente, remueva toda la mugre, la grasa, las hojas, etc. Guardela en un area limpia y seca. 1. Limpie toda la segadora (Vea [...]

  • Page 34

    ACEITE DEL MOTOR Drene el aceite (con el motor caliente) y cam- bielo con aceite de motor limpio. (Vea "MO- TOR" en la secci6n de Mantenimento de este manual.) ClLINDRO 1. Remueva la bujia. 2. Vacie una onza (29 ml) de aceite a traves del agujero de la bujia en el cilindro. 3. Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente unas cuantas veces para[...]

  • Page 35

    SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual amenos que estd dirigido a un centro de servico Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA Falta de 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada fuerza o suelta. 2. AItura de las ruedas dispareja. 3. Velocidad del motor lent& 4. Acumulacion de cesped, hojas o basura debajo de la segadora. 5. Demasiado aceite en motor[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.375610 8 58 64 59 27 25 19 38 27 25 6 20 57 72 52 / 46 44 28 29 62 47[...]

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    "-4 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 194203X479 2 175148 3 750634 4 850733X004 5 66426 6 189713X428 8 194199X428 9 153282X479 10 170345X479 11 153350X479 12 170346X479 14 149741 18 132004 19 194788 20 189008 24 192301X004 25 83923 27 400246X460 28 142748 29 401630 30 401179X004 31 87877 32 401624X004 33 151889 34 401629 35 407501X005 36 154132 38 176509 41 [...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.375610 16 14 12 13 11 Co OO 11 16 12 14 13 18 41 2 36 38 55[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.375610 _0 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 194653 Drive Control Cable Assembly 55 86012 Driveshaft Cover 2 191039 Bearing, Wheel Adjuster 60 183497 * Case, Lower 3 143603 Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3!4 61 183498 * Case, Upper 5 146527 V-Belt 62 183499 Gear, 27 Teeth [...]

  • Page 40

    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T802-0708-EA 535 30_ 534 I 383 3o7_ 84_ 842 O 523 525_ 287_ 524 O 4_ 4_ 868 _) 12 2 48 SHORT BLOCK I 40[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T802-0708-EA 90] 1830 97_ (__ 633 ÷ 0 1390 612 f(_ 1218 _o_ 969 356 __ 1058 OPERATOR'S MANUAL I 55 1211 1210 69 9 459 689 O 456 597 _29 365 309 363 % 78 37A 332 455 729 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE] [1036 EMISSIONS LABEL [1330 REPAIR MANUAL 304 395 37 41[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T802-0708-EA KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 2O 22 23 24 25 25 26 26 27 28 29 32 33 34 35 36 37 37A 40 43 45 699650 Cylinder Assembly 399269 Bushing/Seal Kit (PTO Side) 299819s • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 698691 Sump-Engine 790169 Head-Cylinder 698717 • Gasket-Cylinder[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T802-0708-EA KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 365 790029 Screw (Carburetor) 383 89838s Wrench-Spark Plug 390 691839 Spring-Choke Diaphragm 393 691837 Screen-Carburetor 394 495770 Diaphragm-Carburetor 404 690272 Washer (Governor Crank) 455 691236 Cup-Flywheel 456 692299 Retainer-Spring 459 281505s PawI[...]

  • Page 44

    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[...]