r XMnN MODEL NUMBER 917.377201 OWNER'SMANUAL o Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service Adjustments Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 160904 05.20.97 VBL Printed in U.S.
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. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
PRODUCT CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn Mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. SPECIFICATIONS HORSEPOWER: 5.5 DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. IN. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department. We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this lawn mower. GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: !.
LE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBJL|TIES ....................... 3, 9=11 WARRANTY ................................................. ................. 3 ASSEMBLY ................................................................... 5 OPERATION .................................................................. 6 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........................................
LAWN ACC 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 repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
OP KNOW YOUR LAWN 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. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols their meaning. may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supptied with the product.
OPERATION 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 4) ENGINE = SPEED CONTROL (See Fig. 2) Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements.
OP • • = = Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENG{NE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this manuaI. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season You may need to change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions.
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CUSTOME ILITIES LAWN MOWER BLADE ADAPTER_ Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. TIRES KEY • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. = Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CRANKSHAFT KEYWAY BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. = = • , rKSHAFT BL BC TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig.
CU E RESPONSIBILITIES TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig. 9) ENGINE , LUBRICATION o to the Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation. Insert new filter into cover, Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY Remove the air filter by turning counterclockwise stop and pull away from collar. Remove filter from inside of cover.
AN CAUTION: A USTMENTS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Release control bar. = Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. = Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug, LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING See "TO ADJUST CUTTING section of this manual.
SERVICE TO ADJUST HANDLE ADJUSTM (See Figs. 11 Thru 13) SHIPPING Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your mowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and low. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position. • To change from medium low to medium high position, the upper and lower handle sections will have to be turned over (See Fig. 11B). Remove the cable clips. = Remove the controls and operator presence control bar from the upper handle.
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. ENGINE LAWN MOWER 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. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE.
REPAIR PARTS ROTARY GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY LAWN MOWER PART NUMBER -,-MODEL NO. 917,37720! 702511 17 7\ 15 19 14 13 ! KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 6 17490416 137055X004 137053 57072 48373 7 8 9 10 77881 137051 137074 57079 ....... DESCRIPTION Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Engagement Bracket Shifter Sea! Gear Case Halves Kit _Inciudes Key Nos.
REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO, 917.377201 6 1 10 43 \ 33 lO o"} .
REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.377201 KEY NO, 1 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 18 19 22 23 24 25 27 28 29 33 35 36 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MQDEL NO. 917.377201 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 PART NO. 146323 48385 63601 144929 146527 150495 145212 150182 88446 150340 12000058 137054 88080 88118 DESCRiPTiON Control Cable Assembly Control Head Kit Locknut 1/4-20 Hex Washer Head Screw V-Belt Spring Retainer Hex Nut Hubcap Nylon Bushing Wheel & Tire Assembly E-Ring Pinion Dust Cover Felt Washer #10-24 x 2-1/8 KEY NO. PART NO.
CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MOOEL NUMBER 143.
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.975502 KEY PART NO, NO, q_" "_>_-4 _ _._5_3_,, -1 2 4 5 6 7 16 25 632747 631615 631767 631184 631183 632504 650506 631807 631867 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly Throttle Return Spring Dust Seal Washer DustSeal (Throttle) Throttle Shutter Shutter Screw Fuel Fitting Float Bowl -_/ ÷.... 27 28 29 631024 632019 631028 Float Shaft Float Bowl"Q" '_ 30 31 35 631021 631022 36045 Inret Needle, Seat, & Clip (Incl.
TROU OOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start 1. 2. 3. 4. Dirty air filter. Out of fuel. Stale fuel. Waterin fuel. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. g. Spark plug wire is disconnected. Bad spark plug. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. Control bar in released position Control bar defective 5, 6. 7. 8. 9. Clean!replace air filter= Fil! fuel tank. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh gasoline. Connect wire to plug. Replace spark plug.
CRilFTSMI:IN® OWNER'S ,IVlANUAL 5.5 HORSEPOWER 22" EZ MULCH POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each tawn mower has its own model number. gine has its own model number. MODEL NO. 917.377201 Each en- The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing. The model number for your engine wilt be found on the blower housing of the engine. All parts Iisted herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co.
