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    Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN ° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 550 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.388201 • 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.com/craftsman [...]

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    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[...]

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    • 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 fr[...]

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    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 SAFETY GLASSES lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam- age. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating 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[...]

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    Engine oil cap Primer MOWER IS NOW READY FOR DISCHARGING OPERATION 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. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty- ing; it will cause unnecessary wear. Grass catcher frame BEFORE STARTING[...]

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    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. 1. 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[...]

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    MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY E AC H E AC H 10 SCHEDULE USE USE HOURS Check for Loose Fasteners _#, ,_ Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * V' Check Tires _V' _ Check Drive Wheels *** EVERY EVERY 25 HOURS 100 BEFORE STO RAG E OR SEASON HOURS Clean Lawn Mower**** M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** W Check / Sharpen [...]

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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. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged b[...]

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    TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. 2. Be sure lawn mower is on level sur- face. NOTE: Oil will drain more freely when warm. Catch oil in a suitable container. 3. Remove bottom oil drain plug. 4. After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tigh[...]

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    ,_ WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service and adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and al! 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 Mowing r-'q Mowing position i I i I I[...]

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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. 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 (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance [...]

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    ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 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 oi!. 4. Replace with new spark plug. OTHER • D[...]

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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 1. Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much gras[...]

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    Garantia ................................................... Reglas de Seguridad ............................... Especificaciones del Producto ................. Montaje / Pre-Operaci6n ......................... Operaci6n ................................................ Mantenimiento ......................................... .... 18 18-20 .... 20 ..[...]

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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 operaci6n. • 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 diseSado y fabricado para funcionar de modo liable pot muchos a_os. Pero como todos los productos, puede necesitar alguna reparacidn de tanto en tanto. En este caso tenet un Acuerdo de Protecci6n para la Reparaci6n puede hacerles ahorr[...]

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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 excepci6n de aquellas partes que se dejaron sin montar pot 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 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 simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura propor[...]

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    La operaci6n de cualquier segadora puede hacer que salten objetos extra_os dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir da_os graves en estos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecci6n 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 so[...]

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    PASOS SIMPLES DE RECORDAR CUANDO CONVIERTA SU SEGADORA PARA ACOLCHAMIENTO - Tapa del posito de aceite 1. La plancha acolchadora trasera instalada. 2. La protecci6n contra la descarga cerrada. PARA ENSACAMIENTO TRASERO - 1. La plancha acolchadora trasera removida. 2. Recogedor del cesped instalado. 3. La protecci6n contra la descarga cerrada. PARA D[...]

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    PARA PARAR EL MOTOR • Para parar el motor, suelte la barra de con- troles que exigen la presencia del operador. PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR AVISO: Debido a las capas protectoras del mo- tor, una cantidad pequefia de humo puede es- tar presente durante el uso inicial del producto y se debe considerar normal. 1. Para hacer arrancar un motor fr{o, [...]

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    PROGRAMA DE ANTES DESPUES CADA CADA CADA ANTES DEL MANTENIMIENTO DE CADA DE CADA 10 25 HORAS O 100 ALMACE- USO USO HORAS TEMPORADA HORAS NAMIENTO Revisar si hay Sujetadores Sueltos _V' _V p S Limpiar/Inspeccionar el Recogedor de Cesped * I_ E Controlar los NeumAticos V _ G Controlar las Ruedas Motrices *** V' Limpiar la Segadora .... V _ [...]

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    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 dafiar la goma. • Evite los tocones, las piedras, las grietas pro- fundas, los objetos afilados y otros peligros que pueden dafiar alas Ilantas. CUIDADO[...]

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    Cambie el aceite despues de 25 horas de operaci6n o por Io menos una vez al afio si la segadora se utiliza menos 25 horas el afio. Revise el nivel del aceite del carter antes de arrancar el motor y despues de cada cinco (5) horas de uso continuado. Apriete el tap6n del aceite en forma segura cada vez que revise el nivel del aceite. PARA CAMBIAR EL [...]

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    _I, 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 Posici[...]

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    Inmediatamente prepare su segadora para el almacenamiento al final de cada temporada o si la unidad no se va a usar pot 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 (Yea [...]

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    ACEITE DEL MOTOR Drene el aceite (con el motor caliente) y cambielo con aceite de motor limpio. (Vea "MOTOR" 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 dis[...]

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    SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS - Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual amenos que PROBLEMA Falta de fuerza est_ dirigido a un centro de servico Sears. CAUSA Cuchilla desgastada, doblada o suelta. Altura de las ruedas dispareja. Mal corte- disparejo Vibraci6n e×cesiva Cord6n arraRcador dificil de tirar . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. . 2. 3. Velocidad del motor lenta. Acu[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T802-1244-B1 [ 48 SHORT BLOCK I [ 1058 OPERATOR'S MANUAL ] I1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE ] I 1330 REPAIR MANUAL ] 8471 842 ,¢_ _, 523 ,_.__ 525 i i 524 _ 11 11 /4 718_ 635 _/ '_---_-&-.-_ 505 -._,.._...-__%_< ._ 562 _'_ 615 404 (_) @ Engine Power Rating Information The gross po[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10TS02=1244=B1 40 _ l'< 32 " _'__}_ ill. 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 51 _ 9 20 _, 163 _-_ 524 _ 842 _ 868 _,_'_ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 24 1GI 46 43 41 12 22 15G 37[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T802-1244-B1 I 3941 _ -_s'_o:L- I 1218 _ 97_113o 163 633 _ 612 390 724 I 529 365 19o _-% 670 _-_ 222 300 334 2 _J 356 .._<_ : ::::::_ 534 535 729 745 745A I 621 _d> 38[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10TS02=1244=B1 921 _ 969_ I 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL I 37A 304 305 55 37 65 592 78 1211 456 597 332 455 73 23 39[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T802=1244=B1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 699650 399269 3 299819s 4 698691 5 790169 7 698747 8 791781 9 695890 10 691666 11 691245 12 692218 13 691640 15 691680 16 796217 20 391483s 22 692551 23 795549 24 222698s 25 795691 795689 26 795690 795688 27 691588 28 69965[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T802=1244=B1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 393 691837 Screen-Carburetor 394 795478 Diaphragm-Carburetor 404 690272 Washer (Governor Crank) 455 691236 Cup-Flywheel 456 692299 Plate-Pawl Friction 459 281505s PawI-Ratchet 505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 523 692040 [...]

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