Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 917.38783 Sears
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® MODEL 917.387830 OWNER'S MANUAL • AssembRy o Operation o Customer ResponsibiBnties o Service o Adjustments o Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 159054 032597 REV2 VBL Printed in U.
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE iS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RiSK OF INJURY.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn Mower. it has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service CentedDepartment.
TA LE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 11=13 WARRANTY ...........................
LAWN E ACCESSORIES 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 repai.
LY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. Your' new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
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in,nl,i i,ii rl I KNOW YOUR LAWN OPERATUON MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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.
................................. i,,,,i OP ATmON : ::: ::: :::: ii,ii ...................................... ......... um, ........................ ,.... : ................. _i:m:i , ,, iii ii The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can sA_-r_u_ssEs result in severe eye damage.
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, • Hoid operator presence control bar down to the handle and pulJ starter handle quickly.
CUSTO ER RESPONSIB L TUES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean!fnspeci'"Grass Catcher (If Equipped) .._ .._ m c!ean Lawn M0w' r __ . V' O Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive bel_pUlieys .
LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. TIRES o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber. o 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.
CUSTOM ESPONS BL TmES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity g rade according to your expected operating temperature,. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES °F .20 _ 0 ° 30 _ 32" 40 ° 60 _ 805 _00 ° °c .
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: o Release control bar. • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
....... i STORAGE 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 fora period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.
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CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGnNE MODEL NUMBER 143.974506 9OO (_--370K 135 t30 416 120 182 185 / t19 125 174 239 298 101 126 lg5 72 245 238 250 18.
CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGBNE MODEL NUMBER 143.974506 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 36774 2 26727 6 33734 7 36557 12 36775 12A 36558 12B 36694 14 28277 15 30589 16 34839A 17 3.
CRAFTSMAN &CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.974506 o.@ KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 632747 Carburetor (IncL 184 of Engine Parts List) 1 631615 Throttle Shaft & Lever' Assembly 2 631767 Throt.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Does not start Loss of power - ,,, m Poor cut - uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Grass catcher not filling (if so equipped) CAUSE 1 Dirty air tilter° 2. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuet 4 Water in fuel 5. Spark plug wire is disconnected 6 Bad spark plug 7.
OWNE 'S UAL MODEL NO. 917.387830 IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7247) FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION AND ORDERING, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-FON-PART (1-800-366-7278) 4.
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