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OWNER'S
MANUAL
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4.0 RESERVE
POWER
SOLID STATE IGNITION
REAR BAGGER
LAWN M 0 WER
22"
POWER-PROPELLED
MODEL NO.
917.372301
THIS MOWER COMPLIES WITH CPSC REGULATIONS EFFECTIVE JUNE 30, 1982 TO START THE ENGINE IT IS
NECESSARY TO DEPRESS THE CONTROL BAR WHEN STANDING BEHIND THE MOWER, BEFORE PULLING
ON THE STARTER ROPE, FOR FURTHER STARTING DETAILS SEE PAGE 9 OF THIS MANUAL
u SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., CHICAGO, IL 60684 U.S.A.
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Part No. 86301 Rev, 0 6/17/85
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CRAFTSMAN quality LAWN CARE equipment TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER Far two years from the date af purchase, when this Craftsman power mower is maintained, lubri- cated and tuned-up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship If this Craftsman power mower is used for' commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies far only 90 days from the date of purchase, This warranty does not cover:
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KNOW YOUR CRAFTSMAN MOWER ZONE/ENGINE CONTROL BAR CONTROL CONTROL PLATE \ CABLE CLIP HANDLE KNOB ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK GRASS GASOLINE FILLER CAP WHEEL ADJUSTER CATCHER LATCI" ON EACH WHEEL) HANI ENGINE CONTROL KNOB PRIMER DRIVE COVER AIR FILTER H_O SING FIG I MEETS CPSC BLADE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS SPECIFICATIONS TOOLS REQUIRED FOR CATCHER ASSEMBLY Oil: Use SAE 10W30 motor oil SAE 30 3/8 and 7/16" wrench or motor oil can also be used adiustable wrencM Gasoline: Use unleaded automotive gas- M
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RULES FOR SAFE USE CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE I1 CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING--UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR MOWER. IMPORTANT FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE THE ENGINE CONTROL INSTALLED ON THIS MOWER IN ORDER TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF BLADE CONTACT INJURY DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE ATTEMPTTO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR CONTROL 1 Please read your owner's manual, 15 DO NOT use a damaged mowe
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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 before starting your lawn mower and while mowing, We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores_ ACCESSORIES TO HELP YOU GET THE MOST FROM YOUR MOWER CLIPPING DEFLECTOR: Converts rear bagging mowers to side discharge to disperse clippings safely and
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Your lawn mower has been completely assembled at the factory, except for the grass catcher and grass catcher ftame, To set-up and attach grass catcher, follow the steps under "GRASS CATCHER". The following parts are included not assembled: 1 Grass Catcher Frame 1 Grass Catcher Top 1 Grass Catcher Bottom 1 Hardware Package HOW TO SET-UPYOURMOWER MOWING MOWING POSITION POSITION TO UNFOLD HANDLE LOW POSITION HIGH POSITION I_ Raise the handles until the lower handle is in FOR SHORT PERSON FOR TALL P
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HOW TO SET-UPYOUR MOWER (CONT'D) TO ADJUST HEIGHT OF CUT (CONT'D) CAUTION: DO NOT change the height of cut with the engine running° 1_ The wheel adjusters give you five (5) different RIGHT WAY cutting positions, Medium cut is the best for most lawns. 2, High cut is approximately 3 5/8", medium cut is approximately 2 1/2", and low cut is approx- imately 1 3/8"o There are two (2) other post. tions_ Pick the position which suits you for best cutting (See Fig. 6), 3. The wheel adjusters on your lawn
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HOW TO SET-UPYOURMOWER (CONT'D) TRUSS HEAD SCREWS CATCHER BAFFLE TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER 1. Place the catcher frame into the slots of the hinge bracket, 2. Depress the door latch tab and slide the frame into position at the end of the slot (See Fig_ 10). 3. Release door latch tab to lock flame into place_ 4, To remove grass catcher, stop blade, lift up on back of glass catcher with one (1) hand and press down on the door latch tab with the other CUTAWAY OF CATCHER TOP " LOCKNUTS hand (See Fig. 1
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HOW TO USEYOUR MOWER [IMPo.TA.TI !NGINE CONTROL KNOB •: ....... _L_ ENGINE CONTROL _ = "1 GASOLINE FILLER CAP CAUTION: THE BLADE TURNS WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNfNG_ YOUR MOWER IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPER- ATOR ZONE ENGINE CONTROL WHICH REQUIRES THE OPERATOR TO BE POSITIONED BEHIND THE MOWER HANDLE TO START AND OPERATE THE PRIMER MOWER. FIG 12 THE CONTROL BAR MUST BE DEPRESSED TO THE HANDLE TO START AND RUN THE ENGINE, RE- LEASING THE CONTROL BAR WILL STOP THE ENGINE, AN INTERNAL ENGINE BRAKE ASSISTS
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HOW1'0 USEYOURMOWER(CONT'O) SCREWS TO START ENGINE (CONT'D) NOTE: In cooler weather the need to repeat prim_ ing procedures may be necessary, when weather is warmer over priming may result in flooding. If you do flood engine wait a few minutes before repeating priming procedures_ It is not normally necessary to use the primer to start warm engine° 5. Position yourself as shown in Fig_ 15_ 6. Pull on starter handle quickly° 7_ DO NOT allow starter rope to snap back° 8. To stop the engine, release
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POWER-PROPELLED (CONT'D) around the gear case clear of trash by re- moving drive cover and cleaning (See Fig. 76 and 17)_ 3. The gear case is lubricated with multi-purpose automotive grease° DO NOT USE ANY OTHER type grease or oil in the gear case. See "GEAR CASE" under "MAINTENANCE". 4. Check your mower, each time you mow, to be sure that the front wheels turn freely_ If wheels REAR DEFLECTOR DO NOT turn freely, remove any trash which may have gotten into the wheel, pinion, or FIG. 20 bearing a
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MAINTENANCE(CONT'D) HAIRPIN COTTER BLADE/BLADE FLANGE CARE (CONT'D) NOTE: The blade flange with tab attaches the blade to crankshaft, It is not intended to protect the crankshaft. The tab must be in good condition and located in slot of crankshaft to keep blade attached. OIL HERE 5_ Put the blade flange on the engine crankshaft WHEEL with the tab in the slot of the crankshaft (See EACH SiDE Fig, 19). 6_ Put the blade on the crankshaft as shown in HUBCAP (Fig_ 19)_ Be sure the word "TOP" (stamped
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-- ,,j, MAINTENANCE(CONT'D) GEAR CASE (CONT'D) NOTE: The gear case is filled to proper level at the factory° The only time the lubricant needs atten- tion, is if service has been performed on the gear Case. The gear case must be filled with grease after gear case has been serviced. Use only multi-purpose automotive grease. Do not substitute. PRESS LUBRICATION L-_ MOWER WHEELS: Lubricating wheels and/or FIG 25 wheel bearings is not necessary under normal conditions_ Should conditions require lubr
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MAgNTENANCE (C0NT'D) GEAR CASE AND DRIVE WHEELS NOTE: The gear case and drive wheels should be cared for much llke you would an automobile_ _CLOCKWISE I. On a regular schedule remove the drive cover TO REMOVE and remove any trash around gear case and belt area. 2. To remove drive cover, remove the two (2) screws (See Fig. 16). Keep for re-useo AIR FILTER 3. Keep your mower clean and properly lubri- J cated_ AIR FILTERCOVER DRIVE WHEELS FIG. 28 NOTE: Check front drive wheels each time before you
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MABNTENANCE (tOrn'D) Replace your gasoline can, if your old can starts to rust. DO NOT use rusty gasoline can, rust and/or TO CHANGE OIL dirt in your gasoline can cause problems, STORAGE CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in con- Never store engine with gasoline in tank, indoors tact with the spark plug, or in closed, poorly ventilated areas where gaso- 1_ Remove engine oil cap with dipstick, lay aside line fumes may reach an open flame, spark
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When starting your engine the first time after be- STORAGE(CONT'D) ing in storage for extended period, the engine may smoke for a while until the engine burns any REPLACE BLADE oil or gasoline accumulated during the storage period. See "Blade Care" section under Maintenance. DO NOT store gasoline from one season to an- To get the best cutting results we recommend that other_ Use up or dispose of any unused gasoline you replace your blade with a Sears original left from the mowing season. equipme
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CRAFTSMAN 22" POWERTPROPELLED LAWN MOWER MOOEL NUM E. 9,7 372301 REPAIR PARTS GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NO. 85314 10 Ref. Part Ref, Part Part Name Part Name No. No. No. No. i 81377 Flex Washer Head Machine Screw 1 53838 14 Locknut 1/4-20 3/8-16 x 3/8 2 85178 Adjusting Bracket Seal 3 15 81337 83488 Shifter Assembly Seal 83659 Helical Gear 4 16 57072 Jaw Clutch 17 75424 5 57388 Drlv-Lok Pin 1/8 × 1/2 18 58354 6 79899 Grease (lib, can * Shell Darlna AX) Gear Case Halves (IncL Upper and STD581050 19 E
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CRAFTSMAN 22" POWER-PROPELLED LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372301 REPAIR PARTS 27 6O 5_ 4 24 13 I 59 57 3 51 26 56 48 \ 49 38 34 i 26 26 48 56 57 \ 52 50 59 49 53 60 54 58 * BLADENUT TIGHTENING TORQUE 50-65 FT. LBS._
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CRAFTSMAN 22" POWER-PROPELLED LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372301 REPAmR PARTS Ref. Ref. Part Part Part Name Part Name No. No. No. No. 1 85755 20 62363 Upper Handle Spring.Lever 2 84683 Lower Handle 21 77524 Rear Door Zone Control 3 85523 22 81027 Hinge Bracket 4 86261 Machine Screw 1/4-20 x 2 1/8 23 77526 Hinge Rod 5 53490 Locknut 1/4-20 24 77527 Spring 6 85548 Control Bar 25 STD581025 E-Ring 7 Handle Bolt STD523117 26 STD512505 Hex Head Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2 8 63688 Handle Knob 27 83935 Do
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CRAFTSMAN 22;' POWER-PROPELLED LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372301 REPAIR PARTS (CONT'D) Ref. Part Ref. Part Part Name Part Name No, No. No. No. 41 STD511005 61 70385 Truss Head Screw 10-24 x 1/2 Cable Clip 42 69180 Locknut 10-24 62 81276 Self Tapping Screw 10-24 x 1/2 43 86157 63 75449 Handle Bracket Assembly (Right) Speed Nut 10-24 44 86156 Front Baffle Handle Bracket Assembly ILeft) 64 85283 45 STD533107 65 51433 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 5/8 *Locknut 5/8-18 (Special) 46 63124 66 54867 Locknut 5
