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Craftsman 917.370890 User Manual

Craftsman 917.370890
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Owner's Manual
®
OTARY LAWN MOWER
725 Series Briggs &
Power-Propelled, All
22" Multi-Cut
Stratton Engine
Wheel Drive
Model No.
917.370890
EspaSol, p. 22
CAUTION'.
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears Brands Management Corp., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.craftsman.com
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Craftsman 917.370890 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.370890
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty Information

Craftsman 2-Year Full Warranty

Details the terms and coverage of the product warranty.

Safety Rules

General Operation Guidelines

Slope Operation

Safety guidelines for mowing on inclines.

Children Safety

Precautions regarding children and mower safety.

Safe Gasoline Handling

General Service Procedures

Product Specifications

Repair Protection Agreements

Accessories

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Removing Mower from Carton

Guide for unpacking the lawn mower.

Setting Up the Lawn Mower

Instructions for unfolding the handle and assembling parts.

Operation

Know Your Lawn Mower

Identifying main components and controls of the mower.

Engine Speed and Control

Understanding engine settings and zone control.

Drive Control and Adjustments

How to operate and adjust the self-propel system.

Adjusting Cutting Height

Procedures for setting the mower's cutting height.

Converting Mower Functions

Steps for switching between mulching, bagging, and discharging.

Emptying the Grass Catcher

Guide for removing and emptying the grass bag.

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Step-by-step guide for engine ignition and shutdown.

Mowing and Mulching Tips

Advice for efficient mowing and effective mulching.

Before Starting Engine

Adding Engine Oil

Instructions for properly filling the engine with oil.

Adding Gasoline

Procedures for fueling the mower with gasoline.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Schedule of tasks and general upkeep advice.

Lubrication and Wheel Care

Lubrication points and tire/drive wheel maintenance.

Blade and Grass Catcher Maintenance

Procedures for blade and grass catcher care.

Engine Maintenance

Oil, filter, spark plug, and muffler upkeep.

Cleaning Procedures

General cleaning, washout feature, and under cover cleaning.

Lawn Mower Specific Maintenance

Tires and Drive Wheels Care

Instructions for maintaining tires and drive wheels.

Blade Care

Procedures for blade maintenance and replacement.

Grass Catcher and Gear Cases

Maintenance for the grass catcher and gear cases.

Engine Maintenance Details

Engine Oil and Filter Maintenance

Procedures for checking, changing oil, and air filter.

Cleaning the Air Filter

Steps to clean the engine's air filter.

Muffler and Spark Plug Maintenance

General Mower Cleaning

Water Washout Feature

How to use the hose fitting for cleaning.

Cleaning Under Drive Cover

Instructions for cleaning the drive cover underside.

Service and Adjustments

Adjusting Cutting Height and Rear Deflector

Adjusting height and information on rear deflector.

Removing Drive Belt

Step-by-step guide to remove the drive belt.

Replacing Drive Belt

Step-by-step guide to replace the drive belt.

Adjusting Handle

How to adjust the mower's handle height.

Engine Details

Engine Speed and Carburetor

Engine speed limits and carburetor issues.

Storage Instructions

Lawn Mower and Engine Storage Preparation

Steps for preparing the mower and engine for storage.

Cylinder and Other Storage Tips

Troubleshooting

Does Not Start Issues

Troubleshooting steps for a mower that fails to start.

Performance and Drive Issues

Troubleshooting loss of power, poor cut, vibration, and drive speed.

Starting and Grass Catcher Problems

Solutions for hard starting and grass catcher issues.

Pushing and Handle Adjustment

Addressing difficulty pushing and handle height.

Repair Parts Diagram

Repair Parts List

Briggs & Stratton 4-Cycle Engine

Engine Components Diagram

Illustrated breakdown of engine parts.

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