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Mower Deck Will Not Engauge On My Gt 5000 Mower, Engine Runs Fine

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Owners Manual - Page 1

Owner's Manual ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.5 Horsepower 21" Rear Discharge Model No. 917.38885 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

Owners Manual - Page 2

... normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug. • Repairs necessary because of purchase. of California to state. TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty 2 ... LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up , trans- hands after engine has...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...; Remove obstacles such as rocks, when changing direction on mowers so equipped before starting. Exercise extreme caution • Clear...trouble. 3 IV. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are familiar with the engine running. limbs, etc. • Be sure the area is... Always embankments. Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch on slopes. manual(s) before starting . &#...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...state of California the above is required by the operator. Record both serial number and date of purchase in contact with the rim of the lawn mower housing. • Never ﬁll containers inside a closed area. • Never make wheel height adjustments while the engine... Never run a machine inside a vehicle, on clothing, change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. &#...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... centers. For prices and additional information call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. ACCESSORIES These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. Some limitations and exclusions apply. They are not shipped with your mower. Purchase your lawn mower. 5 call 1-800-827-6655. sional repair specialists. • Unlimited service and no charge for years of dependable operation...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... damage control cables. 1. MOWING POSITION Upper handle Handle knob Lower handle TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON 1. NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in the...mower. 2. Refer to upper handle. 4. TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER 1. per handle section into place in the engine. Remove loose parts included with the excep- control bar IMPORTANT: This lawn mower...

Owners Manual - Page 7

These symbols may appear on each wheel) IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is running. MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to stop the engine. Starter handle - Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower or in the engine. The blade turns when the engine is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in literature supplied with the location of the...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... lower wheels for optimum performance. Move wheel up on this lawn mower in lever. Empty clippings from under any lawn mower can result in severe eye damage. it will cause unnecessary wear. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CAUTION: Federal regulations require an engine control to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower. CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower or...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...an open ﬂame. nance section of 30 days or longer. ATTACH FUEL CAP CARTRIDGE Your mower is equipped with gasoline. See the infor- Replace cartridge when empty (about once a season)....Empty the gas tank, start . NOTE: In cooler weather it will not start the engine and let it run for additional information. Do not store, spill or use of acids during storage. Hold operator...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... slowly. • For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions, the engine speed should be mulched a second time to provide nutrients for the lawn. This will help engine air ﬂow and extend engine life. Reduce ground speed (pushing speed) and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second time. • For extremely heavy cutting, reduce...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... HOURS BEFORE STORAGE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Inspect Muffler Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to avoid possible engine damage from running low on the mower. • To check blade balance, drive a nail into SAE VISCOSITY GRADES blade adapter and ... your mower and void your engine oil Blade level more frequently to your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with the raised lugs on a grinding wheel. An...the lawn mower model number when ordering.

Owners Manual - Page 13

... and wheels free of operation, whichever occurs ﬁrst. Wipe off any oil trapped inside of built-grass before starting engine. mower or side of the cartridge. DO NOT overﬁll, or engine will not run properly and may cause deterioration of engine. 5. Reconnect spark plug wire to remove. 2. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... HEIGHT" in contact with the engine governor, which is running too fast or too slow, take your mower, is not adjustable. Mowing position Mowing position Hairpin cotter Handle Mounting bracket pin LOW POSITION HIGH POSITION REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deﬂector, attached between the rear wheels of your lawn SQUEEZE TO ADJUST Lower handle...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... FOLD FORWARD FOR STORAGE Upper handle Handle knob Lower handle ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is to be stored for a period of this manual. 3. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in a clean, dry area. 1. Store in the Maintenance section of time, clean it run until the lower handle clears the handle bracket, then move...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in released position. 9. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. 8. Clean/...plug wire is disconnected. 6. Fill fuel tank. 3. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of fuel. 3. Depress control...

Owners Manual - Page 17

... fast. 1. Raise cutting height. 3. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Wheel heights uneven. 3. Buildup of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in manual unless directed to cut - Replace blade ... oil in grass. 4. Engine ﬂywheel brake is on blade worn off. 3. Bent engine crankshaft. 1. Raise rear of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 1. Check oil level....

Owners Manual - Page 18

...night (U.S.A. and Canada) www.sears.ca Our Home For repair of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter ...174; Registered Trademark / TM Trademark / SM Service Mark of home appliances and items like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call or go on-line for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-...