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Craftsman 917.388853 User Manual

Craftsman 917.388853
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Owner's Manual
(RRFTSMRN °
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.5 Horsepower
21" Rear Discharge
Model No.
917.388853
EspaSol, p. 18
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
U.S.A.
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Craftsman 917.388853 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.388853
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited Two-Year Warranty

Details the limited two-year warranty for Craftsman power mowers, including terms and conditions.

Safety Rules

General Operation Guidelines

Slope Operation Safety

Provides instructions and precautions for safely operating the mower on slopes.

Child Safety Precautions

Highlights hazards and safety measures related to children near the lawn mower.

Safe Gasoline Handling

Offers critical safety advice for storing, handling, and using gasoline.

General Service Information

Product Specifications

Accessories Overview

Lawn Mower Performance Accessories

Lists performance-enhancing accessories available for the lawn mower.

Lawn Mower Maintenance Accessories

Details various maintenance-related accessories for the lawn mower.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Setup and Attachments

Instructions for unpacking, setting up, and attaching accessories to the mower.

Operating Your Lawn Mower

Know Your Lawn Mower Controls

Familiarizes the user with the mower's controls, symbols, and basic operation.

Using Your Lawn Mower

Engine Operation and Controls

Guidance on engine speed, zone control, and starter operation.

Cutting Height Adjustment

Instructions on how to adjust the lawn mower's cutting height.

Mower Conversion and Grass Catcher

Steps to convert mower modes and empty the grass catcher.

Before Starting Engine

Adding Engine Oil

Detailed instructions on how to properly add oil to the engine before starting.

Fuel Cap Cartridge Installation

Guide for attaching the special fuel cap and preserver cartridge.

Adding Gasoline

Instructions and safety precautions for adding gasoline to the fuel tank.

Stopping the Engine

Method for safely stopping the lawn mower engine.

Starting the Engine

Procedure for starting the lawn mower engine, including priming.

Mowing Tips

Mulching Mowing Tips

Maintenance Schedule

General Maintenance Recommendations

Important advice on maintaining the mower to ensure warranty and performance.

Pre-Mow Checks

Checks to perform on the mower before starting each mowing session.

Lubrication Guide

Guidance on keeping the unit well lubricated as per the schedule.

Lubrication Chart

Reference chart detailing lubrication points and types.

Lawn Mower Maintenance Procedures

Tire Care

Care and maintenance tips for the lawn mower tires.

Blade Care and Maintenance

Instructions on maintaining the mower blade for optimal performance and safety.

Removing the Blade

Step-by-step guide for safely removing the mower blade.

Replacing the Blade

Procedure for installing a new or sharpened mower blade.

Sharpening the Blade

Guidance on sharpening the mower blade, including balancing.

Grass Catcher Maintenance

Maintenance and care instructions for the grass catcher.

Engine Lubrication Details

Specifics on engine oil type, viscosity, and checking levels.

Engine Oil Change Procedure

Air Filter Service

Cleaning the Air Filter

Instructions on how to clean or replace the air filter for engine performance.

Muffler Inspection

Spark Plug Replacement

Cleaning the Mower

Service and Adjustments

Lawn Mower Adjustments

Covers adjustments for cutting height and other mower parts.

Rear Deflector Information

Information regarding the rear deflector and its function.

Handle Adjustments

Instructions for adjusting the mower's handle position.

Engine Adjustments and Service

Details on engine speed and carburetor, and when to seek service.

Storage Procedures

Lawn Mower Storage Preparation

Steps for preparing the lawn mower for long-term storage.

Handle Folding for Storage

Instructions on how to fold the mower handle for storage.

Engine Fuel System for Storage

Advice on preparing the fuel system for storage to prevent issues.

Engine Oil

Cylinder Storage Preparation

Other Storage Precautions

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Repair Parts Identification

Component Identification Diagram

Diagram and list of parts for the Craftsman rotary lawn mower.

Briggs & Stratton 4-Cycle Engine

Engine Components Diagram

Illustrated breakdown of the Briggs & Stratton 4-cycle engine components.

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