English dropdown-ico

Craftsman 917.77341 manual

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

Go to page of

Similar user manuals

A good user manual

The rules should oblige the seller to give the purchaser an operating instrucion of Craftsman 917.77341, along with an item. The lack of an instruction or false information given to customer shall constitute grounds to apply for a complaint because of nonconformity of goods with the contract. In accordance with the law, a customer can receive an instruction in non-paper form; lately graphic and electronic forms of the manuals, as well as instructional videos have been majorly used. A necessary precondition for this is the unmistakable, legible character of an instruction.

What is an instruction?

The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of Craftsman 917.77341 one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.

Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of Craftsman 917.77341. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.

What should a perfect user manual contain?

First and foremost, an user manual of Craftsman 917.77341 should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of Craftsman 917.77341
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the Craftsman 917.77341 item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the Craftsman 917.77341 item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards

Why don't we read the manuals?

Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of Craftsman 917.77341 alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of Craftsman 917.77341, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the Craftsman service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of Craftsman 917.77341.

Why one should read the manuals?

It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the Craftsman 917.77341 item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.

After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.

Table of contents for the manual

  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual [CRAFTSMAN°[ 4.0 HORSEPOWER 20INCH CUT WHEELED WEEDTRIMMER Model No. 917.773410 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espahol • Repair Parts A_,KCAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman [...]

  • Page 2

    Warranty Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Schedule Maintenance 2 Product Specifications 2 Service and Adjustments 1: 5 Storage 1, 6 Troubleshooting 1! 9 Repair Parts 3[ 9 Parts Ordering Back Cove LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WEEDTRIMMER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Weedtrimmer is maintained, lubricat[...]

  • Page 3

    The operation of any trimmer 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 trimmer or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. The safety goggles provided with y[...]

  • Page 4

    II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not trim it. DO: • Trim across the face of slopes: never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. • Remove obstacles such as rocks[...]

  • Page 5

    Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new trimmer. IMPORTANT: This tdmmer is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new trimmer has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left • unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers,[...]

  • Page 6

    KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER. Compare the illustrations with your trimmer to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adiustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your trimmer or in literature supplied with the product. Learn an[...]

  • Page 7

    The operation of any trimmer can result in :oreign objects thrown into the eyes, ,vhich can result in severe eye damage. &lways wear safety glasses or eye shields ,vhile operating your trimmer or perform- ing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. The safety goggles provide[...]

  • Page 8

    BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your trimmer is shipped without oil in the engine. • Be sure trimmer is level and area around oil fill is clean. • Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate dipstick reading. • Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to [...]

  • Page 9

    As COMPLETE Check for Loose Fasteners V' I,/ T a clean Trimmer I/ I/ I M Clean Under Engine Cover _2 I_ Check drive belt/pulleys i/ a Check/Replace Trimmer Lines I/3 Check Engine Oil Level I_ E Change Engine Oil I,/1,2 N : G Clean Air Filter I_ 2 i / Inspect Muffler If Clean or Replace Spark Plug I/ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge I/2 1 - C[...]

  • Page 10

    TRIMMER Always observe safety rules when perform- ing 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. TRIMMER LINE For best results, replace trimmer lines when they have worn to half their [...]

  • Page 11

    TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping trimmer to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. • Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. • Tip trimmer on its side as shown and drain oil into a [...]

  • Page 12

    CLEAN UNDER ENGINE COVER Clean under engine cover before each use, or more frequently in heavy cutting or dirty conditions. Engine cover screen and engine air intake screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Knob Engine cover • Unscrew knob on top of cover. • Lift cover up and away from engine. • Cl[...]

  • Page 13

    /Screw Chassis cover Engine Idler pulley Spacer bracket Chassis ( . i Nut Belt Top belt keeper "--. Bolt V-idler Idler Flatidler Bottom belt keeper Flat idler Trimmer head pulley ENGINE 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 the engine is ru[...]

  • Page 14

    Immediately prepare your trimmer for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used fer 30 days or more. TRIMMER When trimmer is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire trimmer (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of [...]

  • Page 15

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuel. 4. Water in fuel. . 6. 7. Loss of power 1. 2. 3 4. Excessive 1. Vibration 2. 3. Starter rope hard 1. to pull Loss of head 1. drive Poor trimming 1. performance 2. Trimmer head 1. does not retain line 2. 3. Spark .plug wire is disconnected. Bad spa[...]

  • Page 16

    CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER-- MODEL NO. 917.773410 20- 21. 19 28 18 12 8 22 2 6 29 30 5 1 27 30[...]

  • Page 17

    CRAFTSMAN WEED TR IMM ER- - MODEL NO. 917.773410 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 150406 3 169791 4 STD502502 5 174317 6 174274 7 174030 8 169821X479 9 150078 10 169797X479 11 131959 12 136376 16 153638 17 STD541025 18 66426 19 171449 20 174038 21 158755 22 169787 23 150078 24 169789 25 87143 26 169795 27 83923 28 174037 29 174034 30 174032 31 172221[...]

  • Page 18

    CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER-- MODEL NO. 917.773410 1 14 43 4 17----4_ I1 18_ _, i I 19 17 9 0 23 24 5 -- 26 --28 m29 o--31 32[...]

  • Page 19

    CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER- - MODEL NO. 917.773410 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174024X459 Chassis Assembly 2 174040 Line .130 Dia x 16.75 3 174591 Screw 5/16-18 x 1 4 169790 Belt V 5 172145X004 Idler Bracket 6 166042 Idler Pulley V-Groove 7 173716 Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1.25 8 751592 Hex Locknut 3/8-16 9 166043 Idler Pulley-Flat 10 160829 Shoulder Bolt 1[...]

  • Page 20

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.004008 90O 400 135 130 120 416 119 1_ 182 212 126 261 287 /1_ 370 A I _10 262f_ ,285 101 125 |'89 34[...]

  • Page 21

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. MODEL NO. 143.004008 1 • 37266 Cylinder (Incl. 2,20 & 150) 130 6021A 2 26727 Dowel Pin 135 35395 6 33734 Breather Element 150 31672 7 36557 BreatherAss'y.(Incl. 6& 12A) 151 31673 2 36775 Breather Tube 151A40017 12A 36558 Breather Cover & Tube 169 36783 (Incl. [...]

  • Page 22

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.004008 _16 36A 27 J3--37 (_m37 36[...]

  • Page 23

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.004008 KEY PART NO. NO. ----640262 1 631615 2 631767 4 631184 * 5 631183 * 6 640070 7 650506 * 16 631807 17 651025 18 630766 20 640018 20A 640200 25 631867 27 631024 * 28 632019 29 631028 * 30 631021 * 31 631022 35 640259 36 640080 36A 632766 37 632547 * 40 640175 44 27110A * 47 630748 * 48 631027 * 60 632760B[...]

  • Page 24

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.004008 12 13 O'--'_4 Ore2 KEY PART NO. NO. ----590702 1 590599A 2 590600 3 590696 4 590601 5 590697 6 590698 7 590699 8 590700 11 590703 12 590535 13 590701 DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Spring Pin (Incl. 4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y[...]

  • Page 25

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.004008 --14 KEY NO. 3 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 PART NO. ----590739 590740 590616 590617 590618A 590638 590535 590701 590760 DESCRIPTION Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree grommet) Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/ 64" dia.) [...]

  • Page 26

    Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it1 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM Anytime, day or n,ght (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To brmg in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the Iocahon of your nearest Sears Parts & Repa[...]