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Craftsman 917.388570 User Manual

Craftsman 917.388570
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Owner's Manual
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.5 Horsepower
21" Rear Discharge
Model No.
917.388570
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CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
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Craftsman 917.388570 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.388570
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty Information

Safety and Operation Guidelines

General Safety Rules

Read and follow all safety rules before operating the equipment.

Operating Procedures

Instructions for general, slope, and child safety during operation.

Service Precautions

Safety guidelines for fuel handling and engine maintenance.

Product Specifications

Repair Protection Agreements

Sears Installation Service

Accessories

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Mower Unpacking and Setup

Instructions for removing the mower from the carton and unfolding the handle.

Grass Catcher and Attachments

Steps for assembling the grass catcher and installing other attachments.

Operation Overview

Know Your Lawn Mower

Familiarization with mower controls, symbols, and safety features.

CPSC Safety Compliance

Statement confirming compliance with consumer product safety standards.

Using Your Lawn Mower

Adjusting Cutting Height

Instructions for adjusting the mower's cutting height for desired lawn length.

Converting Mower Modes

Steps to switch between mulching and bagging modes.

Emptying Grass Catcher

Procedures for removing and emptying the grass catcher bag.

Before Starting Engine

Adding Oil and Gasoline

Instructions for checking and adding engine oil and filling the fuel tank.

Starting and Stopping Engine

Procedures for safely starting and stopping the mower's engine.

Mowing Tips

Mulching Mowing Tips

Maintenance Schedule

General Maintenance Recommendations

Lubrication Guide

Guidance on keeping the unit well lubricated according to the chart.

Blade Care and Maintenance

Blade Removal and Replacement

Detailed steps for safely removing, replacing, and sharpening the mower blade.

Engine Lubrication

Engine Oil and Air Filter Service

Muffler and Spark Plug Replacement

Cleaning the Mower

Service and Adjustments

Mower Adjustments

Adjusting cutting height and handle position for operator comfort.

Engine Speed and Carburetor

Information on engine speed limitations and carburetor service.

Storage Procedures

Mower and Handle Storage

Cleaning and preparing the mower and folding the handle for storage.

Engine Preparation for Storage

Procedures to prepare the fuel system and engine oil for long-term storage.

Cylinder and Fuel Storage

Troubleshooting Guide

Repair Parts Diagram

Repair Parts List

Briggs & Stratton Engine Parts Diagram

Briggs & Stratton Engine Components

Briggs & Stratton Engine Components (Continued)

Briggs & Stratton Engine Components (Continued)

Sears Service and Support

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