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Craftsman 917.388020 User Manual

Craftsman 917.388020
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Owner's Manual
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6.0 HORSEPOWER
21 " REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No
917.388020
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
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Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
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Craftsman 917.388020 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Displacement190cc
Engine BrandBriggs & Stratton
Cutting Width22 inches
Number of Blades1
Engine Type4-Cycle OHV
Deck MaterialSteel
Starting SystemRecoil
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side Discharge CapabilityYes
Transmission TypePush

Summary

Warranty

Safety Rules

General Operation

Instructions for safe operation and understanding controls.

Slope Operation

Precautions for mowing on slopes to prevent accidents.

Children

Safety measures regarding children around mowing areas.

Service

Safety guidelines for performing maintenance and repairs.

Accessories

Assembly

How to Get Up Your Lawn Mower

Steps to set up the lawn mower after unpacking.

To Unfold Handle

Instructions for correctly unfolding and securing the mower handle.

To Install Attachments

Guidance on attaching accessories to the mower.

Operation

Know Your Lawn Mower

Familiarization with mower controls and safety symbols.

Engine Speed Control

Information about the fixed engine speed setting.

Engine Zone Control

Explanation of the operator presence control safety feature.

To Adjust Cutting Height

Steps for adjusting the mower's cutting height.

To Convert Mower

Instructions for converting between mulching and bagging modes.

To Empty Grass Catcher

Procedure for safely emptying the grass catcher.

Before Starting Engine

Pre-start checks including oil and gasoline.

Mowing Tips

Advice for efficient and effective lawn mowing.

Mulching Mowing Tips

Specific advice for optimizing mulching performance.

To Assemble Grass Catcher

Steps to assemble the grass catcher bag and frame.

Engine Carburetor

Information on the non-adjustable carburetor and troubleshooting.

Engine Speed

Details about factory-set engine speed and safety.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended service intervals for mower upkeep.

General Recommendations

Advice for maintaining the mower to preserve warranty and performance.

Lubrication

Guidance on lubricating mower parts.

Lubrication Chart

Visual guide for lubrication points and types.

Muffler

Inspection and replacement of the muffler.

Spark Plug

Recommendations for spark plug maintenance and replacement.

Cleaning

Proper methods for cleaning the lawn mower.

Service and Adjustments

General guidance for performing service and adjustments.

To Adjust Handle

How to adjust the handle height for operator comfort.

Product Specifications

Tires

Care instructions for the mower's tires.

Blade Care

Information on maintaining mower blades for optimal cutting.

To Remove Blade

Steps for safely detaching the mower blade.

To Replace Blade

Instructions for installing a new or sharpened mower blade.

To Sharpen Blade

Procedure for sharpening and balancing the mower blade.

Grass Catcher

Maintenance and care for the grass catcher.

Engine Lubrication

Details on oil type, capacity, and checking the level.

To Change Engine Oil

Step-by-step guide for changing the engine oil.

Air Filter

Importance and care of the engine's air filter.

To Change Air Filter

Instructions for replacing the air filter element.

Storage

Lawn Mower

Preparation steps for storing the lawn mower.

Handle

How to fold the handle for storage.

Engine Fuel System

Preventing fuel system issues during storage.

Troubleshooting

Does not start

Common causes and solutions for engine starting problems.

Loss of power

Reasons for reduced engine power and how to fix them.

Poor cut - uneven

Diagnosing and correcting uneven lawn cutting.

Excessive vibration

Identifying causes of excessive mower vibration.

Starter rope hard to pull

Troubleshooting difficult starter rope operation.

Grass catcher not filling (if so equipped)

Solutions for issues with the grass catcher not filling properly.

Hard to push

Reasons why the mower is difficult to push.

Repair Parts

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