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Craftsman 917.370604 - User Manual

Craftsman 917.370604
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Owner's Manual
®
OTARY LAWN
160cc Honda Engine
Power-Propelled
22" Multi-Cut
MOWER
Model No.
917.370604
EspaSol, p. 21
CAUTION'.
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears Brands Management Corp., Hoffman Estates, IL60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.craftsman.com
U.S.A.
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Summary

CHILDREN SAFETY AND OPERATION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHILDREN

Key safety advice for child operation and supervision.

GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES

OPERATING GUIDELINES AND CONTROLS

Rules for safe operation, controls, and clearing the area.

SLOPE OPERATION

SLOPE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Advice for mowing on slopes to prevent accidents.

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

GASOLINE SAFETY MEASURES

Precautions for handling flammable gasoline safely.

GENERAL SERVICE

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR GUIDELINES

Guidelines for general service and upkeep.

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

AGREEMENT BENEFITS AND SIGN-UP

Details of service coverage, membership perks, and contact.

ACCESSORIES

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES LIST

List of optional performance and maintenance parts.

ASSEMBLY; PRE-OPERATION

UNPACKING THE MOWER

Steps to remove the lawn mower from its packaging.

SETTING UP THE HANDLE

Instructions for unfolding and adjusting the mower handle.

GRASS CATCHER ASSEMBLY

Guide for assembling the grass catcher bag and frame.

STARTER ROPE INSTALLATION

Procedure for installing the starter rope mechanism.

INSTALLING ATTACHMENTS

Information on converting mower for mulching/bagging.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

Familiarization with controls, indicators, and safety symbols.

CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Compliance with consumer safety standards and warnings.

USING THE LAWN MOWER

Operating the drive system and adjusting cutting height.

CONVERTING THE MOWER

Instructions for switching between mulching, bagging, and discharging.

SIDE DISCHARGING OPERATION

Steps for setting up the mower for side discharge.

EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER

Procedure for removing and emptying grass clippings.

ADDING ENGINE OIL

Instructions for checking and filling engine oil.

STOPPING AND STARTING THE ENGINE

Procedures for safely stopping and starting the engine.

ADDING GASOLINE

Guidelines for safely filling the fuel tank.

MOWING TIPS

GENERAL MOWING ADVICE

Tips for efficient and effective lawn mowing.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

OPTIMIZING MULCHING PERFORMANCE

Advice for best results when mulching grass clippings.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Routine checks and services based on usage hours.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Operator responsibilities for warranty and upkeep.

LUBRICATION GUIDELINES AND CHART

Lubrication points, types, and schedule details.

TIRE AND DRIVE WHEEL CARE

TIRE AND DRIVE WHEEL CARE

Maintenance for tires and drive wheels.

BLADE CARE AND REPLACEMENT

Instructions for blade maintenance and installation.

BLADE SHARPENING PROCEDURE

Guidelines for sharpening and balancing the mower blade.

ENGINE AND FILTER MAINTENANCE

GRASS CATCHER AND GEAR CASE CARE

Maintenance for grass catcher and gear case.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE PROCEDURE

Step-by-step guide to changing engine oil.

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

Care and replacement of the air filter element.

CLEANING AND WASHOUT

AIR FILTER CLEANING AND MUFFLER INSPECTION

Procedures for cleaning air filter and checking muffler.

WATER WASHOUT FEATURE USE

Guide for using the hose fitting for cleaning the underside.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT AND HANDLE

Steps for adjusting mower's cutting height and handle position.

DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Instructions for removing and replacing the drive belt.

REAR DEFLECTOR

Function and replacement of the rear deflector shield.

STORAGE PROCEDURES

PREPARING LAWN MOWER FOR STORAGE

Cleaning, lubricating, and securing the mower for storage.

FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE

Steps to fold the handle for compact storage.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM PREPARATION

Preparing the fuel system for long-term storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE STARTING PROBLEMS

Common causes and corrections for engine not starting.

POWER AND CUTTING ISSUES

Troubleshooting loss of power, poor cut, and vibration.

DRIVE SYSTEM AND GRASS COLLECTION PROBLEMS

Resolving drive issues and grass catcher problems.

REPAIR PARTS

EXPLODED VIEW DIAGRAMS

Visual diagrams of mower components for part identification.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

Owner's responsibilities and warranty coverage details.

OWNERS WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITY

Owner's duty for maintenance and presenting the engine.

Summary

CHILDREN SAFETY AND OPERATION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHILDREN

Key safety advice for child operation and supervision.

GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES

OPERATING GUIDELINES AND CONTROLS

Rules for safe operation, controls, and clearing the area.

SLOPE OPERATION

SLOPE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Advice for mowing on slopes to prevent accidents.

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

GASOLINE SAFETY MEASURES

Precautions for handling flammable gasoline safely.

GENERAL SERVICE

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR GUIDELINES

Guidelines for general service and upkeep.

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

AGREEMENT BENEFITS AND SIGN-UP

Details of service coverage, membership perks, and contact.

ACCESSORIES

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES LIST

List of optional performance and maintenance parts.

ASSEMBLY; PRE-OPERATION

UNPACKING THE MOWER

Steps to remove the lawn mower from its packaging.

SETTING UP THE HANDLE

Instructions for unfolding and adjusting the mower handle.

GRASS CATCHER ASSEMBLY

Guide for assembling the grass catcher bag and frame.

STARTER ROPE INSTALLATION

Procedure for installing the starter rope mechanism.

INSTALLING ATTACHMENTS

Information on converting mower for mulching/bagging.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

Familiarization with controls, indicators, and safety symbols.

CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Compliance with consumer safety standards and warnings.

USING THE LAWN MOWER

Operating the drive system and adjusting cutting height.

CONVERTING THE MOWER

Instructions for switching between mulching, bagging, and discharging.

SIDE DISCHARGING OPERATION

Steps for setting up the mower for side discharge.

EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER

Procedure for removing and emptying grass clippings.

ADDING ENGINE OIL

Instructions for checking and filling engine oil.

STOPPING AND STARTING THE ENGINE

Procedures for safely stopping and starting the engine.

ADDING GASOLINE

Guidelines for safely filling the fuel tank.

MOWING TIPS

GENERAL MOWING ADVICE

Tips for efficient and effective lawn mowing.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

OPTIMIZING MULCHING PERFORMANCE

Advice for best results when mulching grass clippings.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Routine checks and services based on usage hours.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Operator responsibilities for warranty and upkeep.

LUBRICATION GUIDELINES AND CHART

Lubrication points, types, and schedule details.

TIRE AND DRIVE WHEEL CARE

TIRE AND DRIVE WHEEL CARE

Maintenance for tires and drive wheels.

BLADE CARE AND REPLACEMENT

Instructions for blade maintenance and installation.

BLADE SHARPENING PROCEDURE

Guidelines for sharpening and balancing the mower blade.

ENGINE AND FILTER MAINTENANCE

GRASS CATCHER AND GEAR CASE CARE

Maintenance for grass catcher and gear case.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE PROCEDURE

Step-by-step guide to changing engine oil.

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

Care and replacement of the air filter element.

CLEANING AND WASHOUT

AIR FILTER CLEANING AND MUFFLER INSPECTION

Procedures for cleaning air filter and checking muffler.

WATER WASHOUT FEATURE USE

Guide for using the hose fitting for cleaning the underside.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT AND HANDLE

Steps for adjusting mower's cutting height and handle position.

DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Instructions for removing and replacing the drive belt.

REAR DEFLECTOR

Function and replacement of the rear deflector shield.

STORAGE PROCEDURES

PREPARING LAWN MOWER FOR STORAGE

Cleaning, lubricating, and securing the mower for storage.

FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE

Steps to fold the handle for compact storage.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM PREPARATION

Preparing the fuel system for long-term storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE STARTING PROBLEMS

Common causes and corrections for engine not starting.

POWER AND CUTTING ISSUES

Troubleshooting loss of power, poor cut, and vibration.

DRIVE SYSTEM AND GRASS COLLECTION PROBLEMS

Resolving drive issues and grass catcher problems.

REPAIR PARTS

EXPLODED VIEW DIAGRAMS

Visual diagrams of mower components for part identification.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

Owner's responsibilities and warranty coverage details.

OWNERS WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITY

Owner's duty for maintenance and presenting the engine.

Craftsman 917.370604 Specifications

General IconGeneral
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Engine Type4-Cycle
Engine Displacement190cc
Cutting Width21 inches
Drive TypeSelf-Propelled
Fuel Capacity1.6 quarts
Cutting Height1.25 to 3.75 inches
Cutting Positions6
Oil Capacity20 oz

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