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    Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN + 3.5 HORSEPOWER 20" SIDE DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.387205 • Safety • Assembly • Operatio n • Maintenance • Espa_ol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instruct_o£sll before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Cr[...]

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    k Warranty 2 Product Specifications 9 Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 11 Assembly 4 Storage 12 Operation 5 Troubleshooting 13 Maintenance Schedule 8 Repair Parts 30 Maintenance 8 Parts Ordering BackCover LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For one year from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubric[...]

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    • Dross properly. Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing. • Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean off any [...]

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    These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order rel:;air pads for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLEC[...]

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    OF Upper handle Lift up Mowing position Lower handle KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls andadiustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your[...]

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    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 adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER[...]

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    TO START ENGINE • To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) 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 operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter handle quickly. DO NOT allow starter rope to snap back. • To [...]

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    FI , O,TE AS YOU COMPLETE V ICED_-_ A TES Check for Loose Fasteners _f if Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) M Clean Lawn Mower O Clean Under Drive Cover , (Power-Propellnd Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys RE (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade Lubrication Chart E Clean Battery/Recharge (Electric Start Mowers ! Ched_ En_line[...]

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    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.387205 ;ERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: 3.5 DISPLACEMENT: 9.05CU. IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.25 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 :(BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 -[...]

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    TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To c[...]

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    to remove any dirt accumulation. • Insert new filter into cover. • Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab with the slot. • Push in on cover and turn clockv_se to tighten. Collar Turn counter- Slot remove Air filter Tab clockwise Air filter cover to tighten MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a[...]

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    • To change from medium low to high position only the upper handle section will have to be turned over. • To change from medium low to low position, only the lower handle section will have to be turned over. Shipping Position _Medium Medium low High Low Squeeze to remove Lower handle Handle bracket Mountin_O Hairpin clip pin ENGINE CARBURETOR Y[...]

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    Operator presence control bar Upper handle _ Fold forward _ K-- for storage _ _ Fold backward '_,;¢ _ Mowing position Lower handle ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: 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, experience indicates that[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE • Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. • Cutting too much grass. PROBLEM Loss of power Poor cut- uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Grass catcher not filling (if so equipped) Hard to push • Dirty air filter. • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. • T[...]

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    .?,RAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.993512 O-370K 400 135 13o 120 277_ 370C 110_ 101 12O 178 182 , 185 46 72 32[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.993512 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 37280 2 26727 6 33734 7 36557 12 36775 12A 36558 12B 36694 14 28277 15 30689 16 34839A 17 31335. 18 651018 19 36281 20 32600 30 36793 40 35544A 35545A 35546 41 35541 35542 35543 42 35547A 35548A 36549 43 20381 45 36777 46 32610A 48 27241 50 37032 52 29914 69 35261 70 32[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.993512 KEY PART NO. NO. ---- 640174 1 631615 2 631767 4 631184 5 631183 6 640070 7 650506 16 631807 17 651025 18 630766 20 640018 20A 640053 25 631867 27 631024 28 632O19 29 631028 30 631021 31 631022 35 36045A 36 640080 36A 632766 37 632547 40 640175 44 27110A 47 630748 48 631027 48A 631027 60 632760 DESCR[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.993512 13 B 5 Qm2 J]-, KEY NO. D__ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 PART NO. 590694 590599A 5906OO 590696 590601 590697 59O698 59O699 590700 590695 590535 590701 DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Spring Pin (Incl. 4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. Starter [...]

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    Forthe repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in--house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domic[...]