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  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN ° 6.75 Horsepower Power-Propelled 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.378920 Espa5o[, p. 19 CAUTION: Read and follow a[[ 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[...]

  • Page 3

    L 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 responsible individ[...]

  • 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 beforefilling. Remove gas-powered equipmentfrom the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,then refuel such equipmentwith a portable container, rather than from a gasolin[...]

  • 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. mMPORTANT: 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

    KNOWYOUR 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 p[...]

  • Page 8

    The operationof any lawn SA_ETYGLASSB 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 recom- mend a standard safety glasses or wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO US[...]

  • Page 9

    TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mubher. To convert to bagging or discharging: REAR BAGGING ', Lift rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the door pivot pins. ,, To convert to mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. Pivot pins Rear Grass c[...]

  • Page 10

    TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle. 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle. 3. Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle and bag handle. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty- / Grass catcher frame handb Bag handb BEFORE STARTmNG ENGINE ADD OraL Your lawnmower is shipped with[...]

  • Page 11

    TO STOP ENGINE * To stop engine, release operator pres- ence control bar. TO START ENGmNE NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a small amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of the prod- uct and should be considered normal. 1. To start a cold engine, push primer three (3) times before trying to start. Use a firm push. This[...]

  • Page 12

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check for Loose Fasteners _ Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires _ Check Drive Wheels Clean Lawn Mower .... M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Putleys *** W Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade _ ubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level E Change Engine Oil N Clean Air Filter _ Inspect Mu[...]

  • Page 13

    LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. TmRES * 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. DRmVE WHEELS Check front drive wheels each time before you mow to be sure they move free[...]

  • Page 14

    LUBRmCATmON Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 -io -2; -1; ; 1; _o _o 4; TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W3[...]

  • Page 15

    mMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-grass and trash. Clean the underside of your mower after each use. _aI.CAUTmON: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and trash. Clean engine [...]

  • Page 16

    ENGmNE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that engine is running too fast or too slow, take your mower to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and adjustment. CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not op[...]

  • Page 17

    FUEL SYSTEI_I H_IPORTANT: it is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol blended fuels (catled gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas c[...]

  • Page 18

    TROUBLESHOOTING o See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed to a Sears Parts & Repair Center. CAUSE Loss of power Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Grass catcher not filling (mr so equipped) Hard to push Loss of drive or slowing of drive speed Rear of mower housing or blade dragging in grass. Cutting too much grass. Dirty ai[...]

  • Page 19

    Garantia ......................................................... 19 RegUas de Seguridad ................................ 19o21 Especificaciones de[ Producto ....................... 21 Montaje / PreoOperaci6n ............................... 23 Operaci6n ................................................. 24-27 Mantenimbnto ..........................[...]

  • Page 20

    L OPERACION ° Antes de empezar, debe famHiarizarse compbtamente con bs controbs y eU uso correcto de Ua maquina. Para esto, debe her y comprender todas Uas instrucciones que aparecen en Ua maquina yen Uosmanuabs de operaci6n. No ponga Uasmanos o bs pies cerca o debajo de Uas partes rotatorias. Mantengase sbmpre bjos de Ua abertura de Ua descarga. [...]

  • Page 21

    o 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 dispositivo& Nunca llenar contenedores en un vehiculo, en un cami6n o caravana con un forro de plastico. Colocar siempre los contenedores en el suelo lejos de su vehi[...]

  • Page 22

    Acuerdos de Protecci6n para ia Reparaci6n Congratulaciones per su buena compra. Su nuevo producto Craftsman® est,. disefiado y fabricado para funcionar de mode fiabUe per muchos aSos. Pete come todos Uosproductos, puede necesitar aUguna reparaci6n de tanto en tanto. En este case tenet un Acuerdo de Protecci6n para Ua Reparaci6n puede hacerUes ahor[...]

  • Page 23

    Lea estas instrucciones y este manuaH compHeo tamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su segadora nueva. iiVlPORTANTE: Este cortac6sped viene SiN ACEHTE O GASOLHNA en el motor. Su segadora nueva ha sido montada en Ha fabrica con Ha excepci6n de aquellas partes que se dejaron sin montar por razones de envio. Todas Has partes como Hastuercas, Has [...]

  • Page 24

    FAMmUARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENOY LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPARAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos s_mbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura proporci[...]

  • Page 25

    La operaci6n de cuaUqwer segadora puede hacer que saUten objetos extrafios dentro de sus ojos, [oquepuede producir dafios graves en 6stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecci6n para [os ojosmientras opere susegadora o cuando haga ajustes o reparaciones. Recomendamos galas o una mascara de seguridad de visi6n ampHa de seguridad usada sobre [...]

  • Page 26

    PARA CONVERTmR LA SEGADORA Su segadora fue enviada Uista para usarse como acoUchadora de capa vegetal Para convertMa a una operaci6n de ensacado o de descarga: SEGADORAS CON DESCARGA TRASERA o Levantar Ua puerta trasera de cortac6sped y coUocar Uos ganchos deU armaz6n de Ua recoUectora de hierba en Uospasadores deU quicio de Ua puerta. o Para pasar[...]

  • Page 27

    / / Mango de la bolsa Mango del recogedor de cesped ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR AGREGUE ACEtaTE Su segadora fue enviada sin aceite en eH motor. Para eH tipo yeH grado dell aceite a utHizar, yea eH "MOTOR" en Ha secci6n dell Mantenimiento de este manual _PRECAUCl6N: NO sobrellene el motor con aceite, o fumar_, pesa demante del silenci[...]

  • Page 28

    PARA PARAR EL MOTOR o Para parar ei motor, sueite Ha barra de con= troles que exigen Ha presencia dell operador. PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR AVISO: Debido a Has capas protectoras dell mo- tor, una cantidad pequeSa de humo puede eso tar presente durante ei uso iniciai dell producto y se debe considerar normal 1. Para hacer arrancar un motor frio, e[...]

  • Page 29

    PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTO Revisar si hay Sujetadores Sueltos S Limpiar/Inspeccionar el Recogedor de C6sped * E Controlar los Neumaticos G Controlar las Ruedas Motrices *** jl_ Limpiar la Segadora .... [_ Limpiar debajo la Cubierta de la Transmisi6n *** O Revisar las Correas y las Poleas Impulsadas *** R Revisar / Afilar / Cambiar la Cuchilla jl_ Lu[...]

  • Page 30

    SEGADORA Siempre observe UasregUas de seguridad cuo ando haga eU mantenimiento. LLANTAS o Mantenga UasHantas sin gasoHna, aceite o substancias quimicas para controU de inseco tos que pueden da_ar Ua goma. o Evite Uostocones, Uaspiedras, Uas grietas pro° fundas, Uos objetos afHados y otros peHgros que pueden dafiar a Uas Hantas. RUEDAS DE IMPULSION[...]

  • Page 31

    CAJA DE ENGRANAJES , Para mantener eU sistema de impuUsi6n funcionando en forma adecuada, Ua caja de engranajes y eU Area aUrededor de Ua impuUsi6n tienen que mantenerse Hmpias y sin acumuo Uaci6n de basura. Limpie debajo de Ua cubierta de Ua impuUsi6n dos veces por temporada. , La caja de engranajes se Hena con Uubricante hasta eU niveUadecuado en[...]

  • Page 32

    UMPIEZA IMPORTANTE: Para obtener eU mejor rendimineto, mantenga Ua caja de Ua segadora sin acumuUacion de cesped y basura. Limpb Ua parte de abajo de su segadora despues de cada uso. Ai_PREOAUOI6N: Desconecte eU aUambre de Ua bujia y p6ngab en donde no pueda entrar en contacto con 6sta. Haga descansar Ua segadora en su Uado. Asegurese que eU fHtro [...]

  • Page 33

    '.J _ ' Mango GIRAR I_IOTOR VELOCmDAD DEL MOTOR La veUocidad deU motor ha sido ajustada en la fabrica. No trate de aumentar la velocidad del motor pues se pueden producir lesiones personales. Si cree que el motor esta funcio° nando demasiado rapido o demasiado lento, lleve su segadora a mas con su centro de servicio Sears o con un ot[...]

  • Page 34

    MOTOR SISTEMA DE COMBUSTIBLE IMPORTANTE: Es importante evitar que se formen depositos de coma en partes fundamentaUes deU sistemade combustibUe taUes como eU carburador, eU fHtro deU combustiMe, Ua mangura deU combustiMe o en eU estanque durante eU aUmacenamiento. Los combustibUes mezdados con aUcohoU (conocido come gasohoU o que tienen etanoU o me[...]

  • Page 35

    SOLUCI6N DE PROBLEiViAS o Vea ia secci6n apropiada en ei manual amenos que est_ dirigido a un centro de servico Sears. CAUSA PROBLEIV1A Faita de fuerza l_lai corte= disparejo Vibraci6n exoesiva CordSn arranca_or dif_cii de tirar Recogedor de c_sped no se liena (si viene equipado) Dif_cii de P_rdida de o retardase de la velocidad 1. CucMHa desgastad[...]

  • Page 36

    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER o - MODEL NUMBER 917.378920 52 27 35 26 31 32 O3 03 36 19 21 I I 117 16 26 21 2O 31 32 6O 13 15 59 10 23 45 38 13 44 28 34 46 43 47[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.378920 co -4 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 31 32 33 PART NO. 185508X479 151721X479 182810 182755 131959 136376 51793 66426 180479 128415 175069X479 175070X479 17060410 175576X479 175577X479 180071 180072 132004 186079 189005 88652 185005 187[...]

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    co 11 9 8 © CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378920 J 54 4 J J f ! 57 t _ - 11 18 14 _2 4O 32 55 36 12 22 J ',1 J 10[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER ° + MODEL NUMBER 917.378920 co KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 2o 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 31 32 PART NO, 189182 169911 175262 185681 169778 188975 751152 77400 145212 188292 180773 12000058 188293 180504 175101 67725 701037 175104 188291 175098 175105 175103 175102 188102 173715 191890X428 132010 18940[...]

  • Page 40

    BRJGG$ & $TRATTON 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 125K02-0303-E1 1019 LABEL KIT I 5O 51 383_ 684 _87 11 635 41 158 161 146_ _ 741 718_ 306 2o_ 8471 524 4O[...]

  • Page 41

    BRJGG$ & $TRATTON 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 125K02-0303-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 3_ 20 _ 842_ 524_ 668 58E 617_ 51 745 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 425 lO4_ 968 365 7_633 G 61 276_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT [_._ 633 @ 0 1: 276_ 127 _ 445 163 127_ 443_ 633 130 95 617 276_ 276 I 41[...]

  • Page 42

    BRmGGS & STRATTON 4=CYCLE ENGmNE MODEL NUMBER 125K02-0303-E1 78 304 969 1 564 604 O 615 562_ 404 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINEJ 334 363_ __32 11330 REPAIR MANUAL I _-. 65 592 689 _ 456 _ 597 1 697322 2 399269 3 299819 4 493279 5 691160 7 692249 8 695250 9 699472 10 691125 11 691781 12 692232 13 690912[...]

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    BRmGGS & STRATTON 4+CYCLE ENGmNE MODEL NUMBER 125K02-0303-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRmPTmON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 29 32 32A 33 34 35 36 37 4O 43 45 46 48 5O 51 54 55 58 6O 65 78 81 95 97 104 117 118 121 125 127 130 133 134 137 146 159 163 187 188 190 202 209 222 227 276 287 3OO 3O4 3O5 306 3O7 324 332 333 334 337 356 358 363 365 383 4O4 42[...]

  • 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[...]