Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 917.387205 Craftsman
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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.
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.
• 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
• 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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 6310.
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.
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.
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