Craftsman 917.377582 owner manual Product, Maintenance, Training, Preparation

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Warranty

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Product

Specifications

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Safety Rules

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Service

and Adjustments

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Assembly

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Storage

 

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Operation

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Troubleshooting

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Maintenance Schedule

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Repair

Parts

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Maintenance

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Parts Ordering

Back Cover

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For two years from dat e of 15umhase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up acCording to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Searsiwill _'epar free of charge any defect n mater a or workmanship If th=s Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commerc=al or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days fro_ the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, I_elts, a=r cleaners and spark plug.

Repairs necessary b,bca_se of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank- shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual..

Warranty service is available byr_tuming the Craftsman power mower to the nearest Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This Warranty gives you spec fic ega rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

Safety standards require operator pres- ence controls to minimize the risk of injury.

Your unit is equipped with such controls. Do not attempt to defeat the function of the controls under any circumstances•

TRAINING:

Read this operator's manual carefully.

Become familiar with the controls and know how to operate your mower properly. Learn how to quickly stop mower.

Do not allow children to use your mower. Never allow adults to use mower without proper instructions.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially small children and pets.

Use mower only as the manufacturer intended and as described in this manual.

Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner.

Always have damage repaired before using your mower.

Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufac-

turer. Use of such attachments may be hazardous.

The blade tums when the engine is running.

PREPARATION:

Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.

These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause severe injury.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and while using your mower.

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Contents £RRFTSMRN Training MaintenanceProduct PreparationMaintenance and Storage OperationLawn Mower Performance Lawn Mower MaintenanceTo Remove Lawn Mower from Carton To Unfold Handle HOW to SET UP Your Lawn MowerTo Install Attachments Mowing Lowerposition handleKnow Your Lawn Mower Lawn mower housing Wheel adjuster on each wheelMeets Cpsc Safety Requirements Starter Handle used for starting the engineTo Empty Grass Catcher HOW to USE Your Lawn MowerEngine Zone Control Engine Speed Control3EFORE Starting Engine OIL GASRive Control To Start EngineMulching Mowing Tips Mowing TipsIf a trail of clippings is left on the right Lubrication General RecommendationsBefore Each USE Blade Care Gear Case Grass CatcherEngine Lockwasher Hardened Blade shaft Washer Trailing adapterTo Change Engine OIL To REMOVE/REPLACE Drive Belt To Adjust HandleRear Deflector LowLower frame handle To Assemble Grass CatcherFully seated CarburetorFuel System CylinderIandle Engine OILTrouble Shooting Problem Cause Correction OtherTroubleshooting Chart CauseInch = 25.4 mm Rotary Lawn Mower - Model no Gear Case Assembly Part NumberKEY Part Description Craftsman Rotary Lawn Mower - Model no Craftsman Rotary Lawn Mower - Model no KEY Part NO. noCraftsman Rotary Lawn Mower - Model no KEY Part Craftsman 4-CYCLE Engine Model NumberCraftsman 4-CYCLE Engii KEY Part NO. noKEY Part Description DogSpring Page Page Sears