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MODEL NUMBER 917.377201 OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
Service
Adjustments
Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
VBL Printed in U.S.A_
160904 05.20.97
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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. TRAINING: • Read this operat
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn Mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 5.5 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. IN. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily GASOLINE CAPACITY !.5 QUARTS remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Service Center/Department. We have competent, well- trained technicians and the proper tools to service
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LE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................. 12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 STORAGE ................................................................... 14 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBJL|TIES ....................... 3, 9=11 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 23 WARRANTY ................................................. ................. 3
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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. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE f CLIPPING DEFLECTOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS STABlUZER \ \ GRASS CATCHERS FOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE SIDE DISCHARGE I_ GRASS CATCHERS LAWN MO
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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 may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supptied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. - i\1 CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OR WARNING ON OFF OPERATO
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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) = Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut. ENGINE SPEED CONTROL (See Fig. 2) Adjust
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OP • Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of "ENG{NE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air flow manuaI. and extend engine life. • Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to GASOLINE FILLER CAP full line on dipstick. = To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten. = Ch
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CUSTOMER ...... HI i n i i n i m MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERWCE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners CIeanllnspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) M Clean Lawn Mower O Clean Under Drive Cover W (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys E Power-Proj?elled Mowers) R Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade _3 Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge (Electric Staff Mowers) E Check Engine Oil Level N ine Oil G Clean Air Filter Inspect Muffler N Clean or Replace Spark Pl
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CUSTOME ILITIES LAWN MOWER BLADE CRANK- Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ADAPTER_ SHAFT KEYWAY nance. KEY TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemi- BLADE cals which can harm rubber. = Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. rK- BL TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. 7) BC SHAFT HARDENED Disconnect spark plug wire fr
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CU E RESPONSIBILITIES TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig. 9) , Remove the air filter by turning counterclockwise to the ENGINE stop and pull away from collar. o Remove filter from inside of cover. LUBRICATION Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service any dirt accumulation. classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity Insert new filter into cover, grade according to your expected operating temperature. Put air filte
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AN A USTMENTS CAUTION: 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 HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual. DISCHARGE GUARD DRIVE _COVER The discharge guard, attached to the discharge opening of your lawn mower, is provided to prevent the pos
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SERVICE ADJUSTM NTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 11 Thru 13) SHIPPING POSITION Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH 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 pre
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STORAGE ENGINE 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. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM LAWN MOWER DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, it thoroughly/remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED a cl
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER -,-MODEL NO. 917,37720! GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 7\ 17 15 19 14 13 ! KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 1 17490416 !! t 3t 484 C _.._tch Yoke Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 2 !2 700343 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 3 Shifter 13 86447 137053 4 14 ! 37050 -4eticat Gear 57072 Sea! 6 48373 15 75_' Clutch Jaw Gear Case Halves Kit _Inciudes Key 16 75: • Grease Nos. 4, 5, and 7) 7 77881 t7 Bearing 12000003 EoRhg I8 8 137051 Worm Shaft 850
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO, 917.377201 6 1 10 43 \ 33 lO o"} . 23 24_ 19 48 25 62 51 46 69 49 48 52 52
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.377201 DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. NO, NO. Locknut 3/8-16 1 145646X479 Upper Handle 45 751592 3 156577 Zone Control Cable 46 85463 Danger Decal Thread Cutting Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 5 103672X Rope Guide 48 149741 Hex Locknut Control Bar 49 63601 6 145793 Debris Shield Handle Bolt 51 134612 7 131959 Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8 8 151517 Cable Clip 52 150406 Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 (Grd. 8) 9 51793 Hairpin Cott
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:{EPA|R PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.37720! 11 / 13 15 / 10 / 28 15 -38 13 12
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MQDEL NO. 917.377201 KEY PART DESCR_PTION DESCRiPTiON KEY PART NO. NO. NO. NO. 16 67725 Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 1 146323 Control Cable Assembly 18 701037 Selector Knob Control Head Kit 2 48385 25 152903 Drive Cover Decal 3 63601 Locknut 1/4-20 26 143603 4 144929 Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 2-1/8 Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 28 154990 Drive Cover 5 146527 V-Belt 31 132010 Hex Flange Nut 6 150495 Spring Retainer 32 137052 Drive Pulley 7 145212 Hex Nut 33 4838
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