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Craftsman 917.388721 User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty................................... ................ 2

Product Specifications............................... 11

Safety Rules.............................. ............ 2-4

Service and Adjustments..,.

........... 13-14

Assembly.................................. ................ 5

Storage.................................. ........... 14-15

Operation.................................. ............ 6-9

Troubleshooting...................... ........... 16-17

Maintenance Schedule............... ............. 10

Repair Parts........................... ........... 34-41

Maintenance.............................. ........ 10-13

Parts Ordering........................

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in
the owners manual, Sears wili repair free of charge any defect in material or workman­
ship.

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty

applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

' Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower

blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners arid spark plug.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent

crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest
Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only

while this product is in use in the United States.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA. HOFFMAN ESTATES. ILLINOIS 60179

SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feel and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result In
serious Injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thor­
oughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the machine before
starting.

• Do not pul hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who

are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys. wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the
blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.

Do not operate the mower when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Always wear substantial foot wear.
Do not pull mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Always look
down and behind before and while
moving backwards.

Do not operate the mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety protective devices in
place.
See manufacturer's instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer.

Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

drives, walks, or roads.
Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equipment, before cleaning
the mower or unclogging the chute.