Craftsman 917.388600 User Manual

Owner's Manual
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ROTARYLAWN MOWER
4.25 Horsepower
20" Rear Discharge
Model No.
917.388600
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
beforeoperatingthisequipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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Craftsman 917.388600 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	917.388600
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Safety Rules and Precautions

General Operation Guidelines

Slope Operation

Child Safety

Assembly and Pre-Operation

How to Set Up Your Lawn Mower

Instructions on how to set up the lawn mower for use.

Unfolding the Handle

Operating the Lawn Mower

How to Use Your Lawn Mower

Before Starting the Engine

Adding Oil

Instructions for adding oil to the engine before operation.

Adding Gasoline

Guidelines for adding gasoline to the fuel tank.

Starting the Engine

Steps for starting the lawn mower engine.

Stopping the Engine

Procedure for stopping the lawn mower engine.

Mowing Tips

Mulching Mowing Tips

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Schedule outlining regular maintenance tasks and their frequency.

Product Specifications

Blade Care

Removing the Blade

Step-by-step instructions for removing the mower blade.

Replacing the Blade

Sharpening the Blade

Engine Lubrication

Changing Engine Oil

Detailed steps for changing the engine oil.

Air Filter Maintenance

Changing the Air Filter

Cleaning the Mower

Service and Adjustments

Adjusting Cutting Height

Handle Adjustment

Assembling the Grass Catcher

Engine Systems

Storage Preparation

Lawn Mower Storage

Engine Fuel System Storage

Engine Oil for Storage

Troubleshooting Chart (Part 1)

Troubleshooting Chart (Part 2)