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Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 675 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.389060 • EspaSol, p. 18 CAUTION'.
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman 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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...handling. _i, CAUTION: Muffler and other rights which vary from state to state. BECOME ALERT!!! This warranty applies for this Lawn Mower according to all supplied product instructions. Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crackshafts and the failure to assemble...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 material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase, return it ...
...handling. _i, CAUTION: Muffler and other rights which vary from state to state. BECOME ALERT!!! This warranty applies for this Lawn Mower according to all supplied product instructions. Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crackshafts and the failure to assemble...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 material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase, return it ...
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...OPERATION . Be thoroughly familiar with • Disengage the self-propelled mech- Ii. DO NOT: • Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open flame, spark check immediately for small children. • Never allow responsible individuals, who are often ... is generally a warning of trouble. Always look behind before mowing. Always wear substantial foot wear. • Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may obscure vision. Stop the blade when crossing ...
...OPERATION . Be thoroughly familiar with • Disengage the self-propelled mech- Ii. DO NOT: • Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open flame, spark check immediately for small children. • Never allow responsible individuals, who are often ... is generally a warning of trouble. Always look behind before mowing. Always wear substantial foot wear. • Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may obscure vision. Stop the blade when crossing ...
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... and tighten securely. Never make wheel height adjustments while the engine is required by the operator. If a spark arrester is used on the rear of California the above is running . Other states may have similar laws. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: Spark Plug (...inside a closed area. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of the California Public Resources Code). In the state of the lawn mower housing. Serial Number: Date of purchase in good condition. • Never tamper with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if...
... and tighten securely. Never make wheel height adjustments while the engine is required by the operator. If a spark arrester is used on the rear of California the above is running . Other states may have similar laws. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: Spark Plug (...inside a closed area. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of the California Public Resources Code). In the state of the lawn mower housing. Serial Number: Date of purchase in good condition. • Never tamper with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if...
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... and service-related parts not covered by the agreement; LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTORS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABILIZER CGAANSS GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS 5...Some limitations and exclusions apply. call 1=800=827=6655. Repair Protection Agreements Congratulations on to come. Your new Craftsman® product is all products, it takes for years of preventive maintenance check. • Fast help prolong ...
... and service-related parts not covered by the agreement; LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTORS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABILIZER CGAANSS GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS 5...Some limitations and exclusions apply. call 1=800=827=6655. Repair Protection Agreements Congratulations on to come. Your new Craftsman® product is all products, it takes for years of preventive maintenance check. • Fast help prolong ...
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...shipping purposes. tion locks into place on the bottom. TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER 1. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is outside of bag on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs. 3. Your new lawn mower has been assem- Slip vinyl bindings over frame. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section ..., washers, bolts, etc., necessary to "ADJUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjustments section of your new lawn mower. Remove loose parts included with rigid part of the bag top. 2. Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before using. To ensure safe and proper ...
...shipping purposes. tion locks into place on the bottom. TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER 1. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is outside of bag on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs. 3. Your new lawn mower has been assem- Slip vinyl bindings over frame. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section ..., washers, bolts, etc., necessary to "ADJUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjustments section of your new lawn mower. Remove loose parts included with rigid part of the bag top. 2. Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before using. To ensure safe and proper ...
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... - used for future reference. Learn and understand their meaning. These symbols may appear on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to discharging or bagging operation. of various controls and adjustments. Starter handle - must be held down to the handle to stop the engine. KNOW YOUR...
... - used for future reference. Learn and understand their meaning. These symbols may appear on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to discharging or bagging operation. of various controls and adjustments. Starter handle - must be held down to the handle to stop the engine. KNOW YOUR...
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... speed was shipped ready to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower. The blade turns when the engine is running. • Your lawn mower is not adjustable. FOR REAR BAGGING 1. NOTE: Adjuster is best for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. The operation...
... speed was shipped ready to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower. The blade turns when the engine is running. • Your lawn mower is not adjustable. FOR REAR BAGGING 1. NOTE: Adjuster is best for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. The operation...
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...be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. • ILCAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; A CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using the frame handle. Use fresh fuel next season. Remove oil dipstick from... storage of acids during the initial use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the Maintenance section of oil to change the oil more often under lawn mower handle. 3. down the oil fill spout into the engine. requires only 18 oz. No priming or if needed. Fill to separation and ...
...be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. • ILCAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; A CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using the frame handle. Use fresh fuel next season. Remove oil dipstick from... storage of acids during the initial use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the Maintenance section of oil to change the oil more often under lawn mower handle. 3. down the oil fill spout into the engine. requires only 18 oz. No priming or if needed. Fill to separation and ...
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... Also, the mulched grass will be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to west the next week. This will recut the grass clippings many times and ... hide the clippings. For extremely heavy grass, reduce your lawn when it may be noticed. Such attachments are hazardous, wil! For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions, the engine speed should be mulched... mow your cutting pattern from week to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that as very tall grass, it is the early afternoon. Do not allow ...
... Also, the mulched grass will be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to west the next week. This will recut the grass clippings many times and ... hide the clippings. For extremely heavy grass, reduce your lawn when it may be noticed. Such attachments are hazardous, wil! For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions, the engine speed should be mulched... mow your cutting pattern from week to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that as very tall grass, it is the early afternoon. Do not allow ...
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... plug and clean/new air filter element assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your unit. Engine oil (_ Mulcher door hinge (_ Rear door hinge (_ Handle bracket mounting pins BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check for loose fasteners. If... USE HOURS AFTER EVERY EAC H 10 EVERY 25 HOURS OR SEASON _#, V' EVERY 100 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...
... plug and clean/new air filter element assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your unit. Engine oil (_ Mulcher door hinge (_ Rear door hinge (_ Handle bracket mounting pins BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check for loose fasteners. If... USE HOURS AFTER EVERY EAC H 10 EVERY 25 HOURS OR SEASON _#, V' EVERY 100 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...
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... sharp edge) is balanced. Ibs. bolt Hardened washer Trailing edge Crankshaft 12 Keep tires free of this manual. TO REMOVE BLADE 1. Turn lawn mower on the mower. • To check blade balance, drive a nail into SAE VISCOSITY GRADES _m blade adapter and crankshaft. 4. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: ...according to your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of wood between blade and mower housing to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other ...
... sharp edge) is balanced. Ibs. bolt Hardened washer Trailing edge Crankshaft 12 Keep tires free of this manual. TO REMOVE BLADE 1. Turn lawn mower on the mower. • To check blade balance, drive a nail into SAE VISCOSITY GRADES _m blade adapter and crankshaft. 4. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: ...according to your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of wood between blade and mower housing to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other ...
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... properly and may cause deterioration of engine. . Loosen screw and tilt cover to check the oi! ened engine life. Rock lawn mower back and forth to settle. 7. Replace the air filter cartridge every 100 hours of this manual. tridge. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL ... water _I,CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Clean by using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are shown in the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation or every season, whichever ...
... properly and may cause deterioration of engine. . Loosen screw and tilt cover to check the oi! ened engine life. Rock lawn mower back and forth to settle. 7. Replace the air filter cartridge every 100 hours of this manual. tridge. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL ... water _I,CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Clean by using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are shown in the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation or every season, whichever ...
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...al! Mowing r-'q Mowing position iI iI I iI j'l Hairpin Handle Mounting bracket pin LOW POSITION HIGH POSITION REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of the mower into the operator mowing position. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be mounted in ...place wire where it should be replaced. \ Lower % TO ADJUST HANDLE The handle can be thrown out of the rear of your lawn SQUEEZE TO ADJUST Lower mower to a Sears or other qualified service center, which is provided to remove it may result in personal injury. If...
...al! Mowing r-'q Mowing position iI iI I iI j'l Hairpin Handle Mounting bracket pin LOW POSITION HIGH POSITION REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of the mower into the operator mowing position. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be mounted in ...place wire where it should be replaced. \ Lower % TO ADJUST HANDLE The handle can be thrown out of the rear of your lawn SQUEEZE TO ADJUST Lower mower to a Sears or other qualified service center, which is provided to remove it may result in personal injury. If...
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...permanent damage may damage the control cables. . Add stabilizer to gasoline in a clean, dry area. 1. Operator control bar MOWING POSITION LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is an acceptable alternative in storage. . HANDLE You can fold your handle from forming in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2.... transportation, be sure to fold the handle as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Touch up your lawn mower handle for a period of fuel gum deposits during storage. Acidic gas can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of this...
...permanent damage may damage the control cables. . Add stabilizer to gasoline in a clean, dry area. 1. Operator control bar MOWING POSITION LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is an acceptable alternative in storage. . HANDLE You can fold your handle from forming in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2.... transportation, be sure to fold the handle as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Touch up your lawn mower handle for a period of fuel gum deposits during storage. Acidic gas can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of this...
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.... Control bar in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. • I,CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in released position. 9. Stale fuel. 4. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 6. Fill fuel tank. 3. Replace with fresh...
.... Control bar in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. • I,CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in released position. 9. Stale fuel. 4. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 6. Fill fuel tank. 3. Replace with fresh...
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... grass catcher. Empty grass catcher. 4. Adjust handle height to push 1. NEED MORE HELP? brought to you . 1. Cutting too much oil in grass. 3. Poor cut grass or to cut - Excessive vibration 1. Replace blade adapter. 4. Cutting height too low. 2. Catcher not venting air. 1. Rear of lawn mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Cut at same height. 3. wheels...
... grass catcher. Empty grass catcher. 4. Adjust handle height to push 1. NEED MORE HELP? brought to you . 1. Cutting too much oil in grass. 3. Poor cut grass or to cut - Excessive vibration 1. Replace blade adapter. 4. Cutting height too low. 2. Catcher not venting air. 1. Rear of lawn mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Cut at same height. 3. wheels...
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inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 eo 12 o113 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 ... 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. MODEL NUMBER 917o389060...
inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 eo 12 o113 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 ... 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. MODEL NUMBER 917o389060...