Craftsman 917.389521 User Manual

Owner's Manual
6.0 HORSEPOWER
21" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.389521
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Espa6ol
• Repair Parts
NOTE: Engines which are certified to onmply with Calitomia and U.S, EPA emission regutations
for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate on re_ular unleaded gasoline,
and unclude the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), and Three-way
Catalyst (TWC) (If so equipped),
AVISO: Los motores homologadus para cumplir con la reglamantaolbn sobre emlsiones de
California y de ta Agencia de Protecci6n Ambientai estadounidense (EPA) pare equipes
ppque_os no circulantes (SORE) funcionan con gasoline normal sin plomo, e incluyen los
slguientes sistemas de control de ernisiones: moditicacibn del motor (EM) y catalizador de tdple
accibn ('rwc) (en caso de tanerfo).
The D.O.M. decal includes engine life spec:ificationsfor the emissions-related useful life pedod ot
your engine. This period relales to the emission compliance life as certified by EPNCARB. To
findthe life period specification for your engine, please match one of the following letters with the
letter pdnted on your D.OM. decal: (C) 125 hours. (B) 250 hours, (A) 500 hours.
La catcomen[a D.O.M. incluye especificaciones sobre la duracibn dal motor para el periodo de
vLdaOtilde su motor relaccionado con emisiones. Este pedodo se relaciona con la duraci6n en
conformidad con las emisiones seg0n Io certificado pot EPNCARB. Pare hallar la especificaci6n
del per[odo de ,.,ida de su motor, mire cudl de las siguientes letras viene impresa en su
calcomanEaD,O.M.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Craftsman 917.389521 Specifications

General

Engine Brand	Briggs & Stratton
Engine Displacement	190 cc
Deck Material	Steel
Starting System	Recoil
Cutting Height	1.25 to 3.75 inches
Cutting Positions	6
Oil Capacity	20 oz
Engine Type	4-cycle
Cutting Width	21 inches
Fuel Capacity	1.6 quarts
Wheel Size	7 inches (front), 8 inches (rear)
Fuel Tank Capacity	1.6 quarts
Engine	190cc
Engine Size	190cc

Summary

Craftsman Lawn Mower Warranty Information

Craftsman Lawn Mower Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

Essential safety and operational procedures for safe mower use.

Slope Operation Precautions

Specific safety guidelines for mowing on inclined surfaces.

Child Safety Guidelines

Safety instructions to protect children during mower operation.

Maintenance and Repair Safety

Safety measures to follow during service and adjustments.

Craftsman Lawn Mower Assembly

Setting Up the Lawn Mower Handle

Unfolding the Mower Handle

Craftsman Lawn Mower Operation

Using Your Lawn Mower

Comprehensive instructions for operating the lawn mower.

Engine Zone Control System

Before Starting Your Craftsman Mower

Adding Engine Oil

Procedure for checking and adding oil to the mower engine.

Adding Gasoline

Instructions for fueling the lawn mower's gas tank.

Starting the Engine

Steps required to start the lawn mower's engine.

Stopping the Engine

Procedure for safely shutting off the mower's engine.

Craftsman Lawn Mower Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule Overview

Recommended service intervals for lawn mower upkeep.

Pre-Operation Checks

Craftsman Lawn Mower Specifications

Replacing the Mower Blade

Craftsman Mower Engine Maintenance

Engine Lubrication Guide

Changing Engine Oil

Procedure for draining and replacing the engine oil.

Craftsman Air Filter Service

Service and Adjustments for Craftsman Mower

Adjusting Cutting Height

Procedure for changing the mower's cutting deck height.

Adjusting the Mower Handle

Engine Service and Adjustments

Engine Speed Adjustment

Carburetor Information

Craftsman Lawn Mower Storage

Engine Storage Preparation

Fuel System Storage

Procedures to protect the fuel system during storage.

Engine Oil Storage

Troubleshooting Your Craftsman Mower

Craftsman Lawn Mower Repair Parts