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Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 675 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.389060 • EspaSol, p. 18 CAUTION'.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 675 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.389060 • EspaSol, p. 18 CAUTION'.
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... cause cancer and birth defects or other Craftsman outlet for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible). It means CAUTION!!! Wash hands after engine has stopped. Warranty 2 Safety Rules 2-4 Product Specifications 4 Assembly / Pre-Operation 6 Operation 7-10 Maintenance Schedule 11 Maintenance 11-13 Service and Adjustments 14 Storage 15-16 Troubleshooting 16-17 Repair Parts 34-41 Sears Service Back Cover 2-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER If this Craftsman Lawn Mower fails due to manufacturer defects in...
... cause cancer and birth defects or other Craftsman outlet for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible). It means CAUTION!!! Wash hands after engine has stopped. Warranty 2 Safety Rules 2-4 Product Specifications 4 Assembly / Pre-Operation 6 Operation 7-10 Maintenance Schedule 11 Maintenance 11-13 Service and Adjustments 14 Storage 15-16 Troubleshooting 16-17 Repair Parts 34-41 Sears Service Back Cover 2-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER If this Craftsman Lawn Mower fails due to manufacturer defects in...
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... indoors. jury. GENERAL OPERATION . Tall grass can result in severe in handling gasoline. Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces. • Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other objects that children will remain where you feel uneasy on wet grass. walk, never run. • Use only an approved container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with side shields when operating mower.
... indoors. jury. GENERAL OPERATION . Tall grass can result in severe in handling gasoline. Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces. • Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other objects that children will remain where you feel uneasy on wet grass. walk, never run. • Use only an approved container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with side shields when operating mower.
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... when servicing them. • Do not change clothing immediately. • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. Allow machine to cool before filling. • Remove gas-powered equipment from the plug to be found on a decal on the rear of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Never make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running . Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of the lawn mower housing. A spark arrester...
... when servicing them. • Do not change clothing immediately. • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. Allow machine to cool before filling. • Remove gas-powered equipment from the plug to be found on a decal on the rear of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Never make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running . Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of the lawn mower housing. A spark arrester...
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... REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS 5 WHEELS ENGINE OIL Here's what's included in the Agreement: • Expert service by phone- Once you money and aggravation. Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. also, 10% off regular price of preventive maintenance check...
... REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS 5 WHEELS ENGINE OIL Here's what's included in the Agreement: • Expert service by phone- Once you money and aggravation. Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. also, 10% off regular price of preventive maintenance check...
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... holding operator presence control bar to be tightened securely. Raise handles until lower handle sec- Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for a few minutes. Remove all parts and hardware you attempt to assemble or operate your mowing comfort. tion locks into grass bag with mower. 2. To convert to upper handle. 4. Your new lawn mower has been assem- To ensure safe and proper operation of this manual. 6 Cut down two end corners of carton and check...
... holding operator presence control bar to be tightened securely. Raise handles until lower handle sec- Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for a few minutes. Remove all parts and hardware you attempt to assemble or operate your mowing comfort. tion locks into grass bag with mower. 2. To convert to upper handle. 4. Your new lawn mower has been assem- To ensure safe and proper operation of this manual. 6 Cut down two end corners of carton and check...
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...Spark plug Muffler Housing Air filter Mulcher door IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is running. These symbols may appear on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to start the engine. of various controls and adjustments. Release to discharging or bagging operation. allows conversion to stop the engine. Save this manual for starting engine. 7 CAUTION ENGINE OR WARNING ON ENGINE OFF FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY •Operator presence control bar Starter handle Handle knob Engine oil...
...Spark plug Muffler Housing Air filter Mulcher door IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is running. These symbols may appear on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to start the engine. of various controls and adjustments. Release to discharging or bagging operation. allows conversion to stop the engine. Save this manual for starting engine. 7 CAUTION ENGINE OR WARNING ON ENGINE OFF FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY •Operator presence control bar Starter handle Handle knob Engine oil...
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... adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever to mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. Pivot pins Rear Grass catcher handle Catcher frame hook SIDE DISCHARGING • Rear door must be positioned between the plate tabs. SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING 1. LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER Lever TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was set at the factory for most lawns. • To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. LEVER BACKWARD TO LOWER MOWER...
... adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever to mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. Pivot pins Rear Grass catcher handle Catcher frame hook SIDE DISCHARGING • Rear door must be positioned between the plate tabs. SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING 1. LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER Lever TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was set at the factory for most lawns. • To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. LEVER BACKWARD TO LOWER MOWER...
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... to change the oil more often under lawn mower handle. 3. Grass catcher frame ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to full line on startup. To BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is required before starting. Be sure lawnmower is equipped with oil, or it will cause unnecessary wear. engine, a small amount of this manual. ,A CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with an • Check oil level before storage of this manual. Add oil automatic choke...
... to change the oil more often under lawn mower handle. 3. Grass catcher frame ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to full line on startup. To BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is required before starting. Be sure lawnmower is equipped with oil, or it will cause unnecessary wear. engine, a small amount of this manual. ,A CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with an • Check oil level before storage of this manual. Add oil automatic choke...
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... to mow your warranty. . • To start engine, hold operator presence control bar down to snap back. Wet grass tends to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that as this time the grass has dried, yet the newly cut path. • Change your width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. ' MAX 1/3 • Certain types of the blades. • Avoid cutting your mower...
... to mow your warranty. . • To start engine, hold operator presence control bar down to snap back. Wet grass tends to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that as this time the grass has dried, yet the newly cut path. • Change your width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. ' MAX 1/3 • Certain types of the blades. • Avoid cutting your mower...
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...HOURS BEFORE STO RAG E v' v' _ CChheecckk TDirreivse Wheels *** _V' Clean Lawn Mower**** M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** W Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade _ ubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level vl E Change Engine Oil N Clean Air Filter _ Inspect Muffler N Replace Spark Plug I_' Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer v' v' v' v' v'3 v' v' v_ V_,2 _4 v' v' =4 v' * (if so equipped) ** Electric-Start mowers *** Power-Propelled mowers **** Use a scraper to clean under a heavy load or in...
...HOURS BEFORE STO RAG E v' v' _ CChheecckk TDirreivse Wheels *** _V' Clean Lawn Mower**** M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** W Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade _ ubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level vl E Change Engine Oil N Clean Air Filter _ Inspect Muffler N Replace Spark Plug I_' Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer v' v' v' v' v'3 v' v' v_ V_,2 _4 v' v' =4 v' * (if so equipped) ** Electric-Start mowers *** Power-Propelled mowers **** Use a scraper to clean under a heavy load or in...
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... blade bolt with API service classification SG-SL. LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is hazardous, could damage your mower and void your warranty. TIRES . Keep tires free of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is up . 3. Using a blade not approved by turning counterclockwise. 5. Disconnect spark plug wire from running low on a grinding wheel. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up toward the engine. 3. NOTE: Protect your mower is heat treated. If bolt needs replacing, replace...
... blade bolt with API service classification SG-SL. LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is hazardous, could damage your mower and void your warranty. TIRES . Keep tires free of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is up . 3. Using a blade not approved by turning counterclockwise. 5. Disconnect spark plug wire from running low on a grinding wheel. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up toward the engine. 3. NOTE: Protect your mower is heat treated. If bolt needs replacing, replace...
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.... face. move any spilled oil from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. 2. CLEANING rechecking the dipstick until fuel tank is empty. 1. Reconnect spark plug wire to remove. 2. ened engine life. Spark plug type and gap setting are covered to drain oil, empty fuel tank by using a garden hose to clean or dry cartridge. 13 Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. Remove engine oil cap; TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to keep water _I...
.... face. move any spilled oil from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. 2. CLEANING rechecking the dipstick until fuel tank is empty. 1. Reconnect spark plug wire to remove. 2. ened engine life. Spark plug type and gap setting are covered to drain oil, empty fuel tank by using a garden hose to clean or dry cartridge. 13 Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. Remove engine oil cap; TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to keep water _I...
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Make sure the blade and al! Disconnect spark plug wire from mounting pins. 4. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in and position holes onto mounting pins on handle bracket. Squeeze lower handle in the Operation section of your mower, is running too fast or too slow, take your mower to lower handle. 2. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center for raising or lowering...
Make sure the blade and al! Disconnect spark plug wire from mounting pins. 4. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in and position holes onto mounting pins on handle bracket. Squeeze lower handle in the Operation section of your mower, is running too fast or too slow, take your mower to lower handle. 2. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center for raising or lowering...
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... damage the fuel system of an engine while in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Use fresh fuel next season. Operator control bar MOWING POSITION LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is important to prevent gum deposits from the storage position, the lower handle will not be folded back. Store in fuel tank or storage container. Be sure that all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Replace if necessary. 4. Inspect moving parts for...
... damage the fuel system of an engine while in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Use fresh fuel next season. Operator control bar MOWING POSITION LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is important to prevent gum deposits from the storage position, the lower handle will not be folded back. Store in fuel tank or storage container. Be sure that all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Replace if necessary. 4. Inspect moving parts for...
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... wire to a Sears Parts & Repair Center. PROBLEM CAUSE section in released position. 9. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 6. Charge battery. 12. Control bar defective. 10. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 5. Replace spark plug. 7. Depress control bar to the ON position. 11. Replace control bar. 10. Replace with gasoline in the Maintenance section of this manual). Turn fuel valve lever to handle. 9. Dirty air filter. 2. Control bar in manual unless directed CORRECTION Does not start 1. Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter. 8. Connect battery...
... wire to a Sears Parts & Repair Center. PROBLEM CAUSE section in released position. 9. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 6. Charge battery. 12. Control bar defective. 10. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 5. Replace spark plug. 7. Depress control bar to the ON position. 11. Replace control bar. 10. Replace with gasoline in the Maintenance section of this manual). Turn fuel valve lever to handle. 9. Dirty air filter. 2. Control bar in manual unless directed CORRECTION Does not start 1. Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter. 8. Connect battery...
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...trash under mower. 5. Hard to upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Grass is too high or wheel height is released. . Raise rear of mower housing. Empty grass catcher. 4. wheels at slower walking speed. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Replace blade adapter. 4. Cutting height too low. 2. Clean underside of lawn mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. for you by Sears 17 Raise cutting height. 3. Buildup of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Check oi! Wheel heights uneven. 3. Grass catcher not filling...
...trash under mower. 5. Hard to upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Grass is too high or wheel height is released. . Raise rear of mower housing. Empty grass catcher. 4. wheels at slower walking speed. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Replace blade adapter. 4. Cutting height too low. 2. Clean underside of lawn mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. for you by Sears 17 Raise cutting height. 3. Buildup of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Check oi! Wheel heights uneven. 3. Grass catcher not filling...
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... Handle Lower Handle Rope Guide Nut, Hex Handle Bolt Wire Tie Bolt, Hex Head 5t16-18 x 3/4 Hinge Bracket Mulcher Door Engine Zone Control Cable Hex Washer Head Screw U p-Stop Bracket Handle Knob Hairpin Cotter Screw 1/4-20 x 3t8 AxleArm Assembly, Front, LH Axle Arm Assembly, Front, RH Kit, Rear Skirt Selector Spring, Front Rear Door Assembly Handle Bracket Assembly, LH Handle Bracket Assembly, RH Wheel Adjusting Bracket Spacer Discharge Deflector KEY NO. CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts...
... Handle Lower Handle Rope Guide Nut, Hex Handle Bolt Wire Tie Bolt, Hex Head 5t16-18 x 3/4 Hinge Bracket Mulcher Door Engine Zone Control Cable Hex Washer Head Screw U p-Stop Bracket Handle Knob Hairpin Cotter Screw 1/4-20 x 3t8 AxleArm Assembly, Front, LH Axle Arm Assembly, Front, RH Kit, Rear Skirt Selector Spring, Front Rear Door Assembly Handle Bracket Assembly, LH Handle Bracket Assembly, RH Wheel Adjusting Bracket Spacer Discharge Deflector KEY NO. CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts...
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...) Bracket-Control Lever-Governor Control * Washer-Sealing (Main Jets) Screw (Dipstick Tube) Thermostat Muffler 304 790826 305 691108 306 790836 307 690345 332 690662 333 790817 334 691061 337 802592s 356 692390 Housing-Blower Screw (Blower Housing) Shield-Cylinder Screw (Cylinder Shield) Nut (Flywheel) Armature-Magneto Screw (Magneto Armature) Plug-Spark Wire-Stop 40 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 126T02=1225=EA KEY PART...
...) Bracket-Control Lever-Governor Control * Washer-Sealing (Main Jets) Screw (Dipstick Tube) Thermostat Muffler 304 790826 305 691108 306 790836 307 690345 332 690662 333 790817 334 691061 337 802592s 356 692390 Housing-Blower Screw (Blower Housing) Shield-Cylinder Screw (Cylinder Shield) Nut (Flywheel) Armature-Magneto Screw (Magneto Armature) Plug-Spark Wire-Stop 40 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 126T02=1225=EA KEY PART...
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...691155 Gasket Set-Engine Screw (Carburetor) Washer (Governor Crank) Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) Screw (Air Cleaner Primer Base) Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge Cu p- Flywheel Plate-Pawl Friction PawI-Ratchet Nut (Governor Control Lever) Dipstick • Seal- NO. Label-Emissions (Available From a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer) 277039 Operator's Manual 692311 Kit-Screw/Washer 498528 (Fuel Tank) Gasket Set-Valve 498144 Pulley/Spring Assembly (Pulley) 498144 Pulley/Spring Assembly (Spring) 126T02-0625 Replacement Engine 270962 Repair Manual 790848 Vane-Air (Autochoke...
...691155 Gasket Set-Engine Screw (Carburetor) Washer (Governor Crank) Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) Screw (Air Cleaner Primer Base) Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge Cu p- Flywheel Plate-Pawl Friction PawI-Ratchet Nut (Governor Control Lever) Dipstick • Seal- NO. Label-Emissions (Available From a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer) 277039 Operator's Manual 692311 Kit-Screw/Washer 498528 (Fuel Tank) Gasket Set-Valve 498144 Pulley/Spring Assembly (Pulley) 498144 Pulley/Spring Assembly (Spring) 126T02-0625 Replacement Engine 270962 Repair Manual 790848 Vane-Air (Autochoke...