Craftsman 917.374381 User manual

579786101 01.07.16 BY Printed in U.S.A.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Owner’s Manual
Model No.
917.374381
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
675 Series Kohler Engine
21" Multi-Cut
• Español, p. 19
Sears Brands Management Corp., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.craftsman.com

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Warranty....................................................2
Safety Rules ...........................................2-4
Product Specifications..............................2
Assembly / Pre-Operation......................6-7
Operation .............................................8-12
Maintenance Schedule ...........................13
Maintenance.......................................13-16
Service and Adjustments...................17-18
Storage...............................................18-19
Troubleshooting .................................19-20
Repair Parts........................................36-39
Sears Service ...........................Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY
CRAFTSMAN 2-YEAR FULL WARRANTY
For TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against any
defects in material or workmanship. Defective product will receive free repair or
replacement if repair is unavailable.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page:
www.craftsman.com/warranty
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship.
Warranty coverage does NOT include:
• Expendable parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty
period, such as blades, blade adapters, belts, filters or spark plugs.
• Product damage resulting from user attempts at product modification or repair
or caused by product accessories.
• Repairs necessary because of accident or failure to operate or maintain this
product according to all supplied instructions.
• Preventative maintenance, or repairs necessary due to improper fuel mixture,
contaminated or stale fuel.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or
if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is
capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
Look for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
WARNING: In order to prevent acci-
dental starting when setting up, transport-
ing, adjusting or making repairs, always
disconnect spark plug wire and place wire
where it cannot come in contact with plug.
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.4 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces
Oil Type (API SJ–SN): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 10W-30 (below 32°F)
Spark Plug: Champion 8815 (Gap: .030")
Blade Bolt Torque: 35–40 ft. lbs.
•The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
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MODEL NUMBER XT675-3105KOHLER 4-CYCLE ENGINE
KEY PART
NO. NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
10 14 010 09-S 1 Camshaft Assembly
14 14 014 180-S 1 Crankshaft, Assembly
16 14 016 04-S 1 Valve, Exhaust
17 14 017 02-S 1 Valve, Intake
25 14 025 12-S 1 Flywheel Assembly
38 14 038 08-S 1 Dipstick Assembly
65 14 065 64-S 1 Tank, Fuel
67 14 067 02-S 1 Connecting Rod Assy.
68 14 068 23-S 1 Muffler, Assembly
108 14 108 05-S 2 Ring Set (XT149)
132 14 132 11-S 1 Plug, Spark 12mm RFI
157 17 157 06-S 1 Fan, Flywheel
160 14 160 01-S 1 Kit, Starter Rope
(with Handle)
186 14 186 02-S 2 Arm, Rocker
199 14 199 23-S 1 Kit, Oil Pan
310 14 310 02-S 1 Governor Gear Assy.
351 14 351 01-S 2 Lifter, Valve
379 14 379 01-S 1 Kit, Pawl Repair
561 14 561 14-S 1 Crankcase
599 14 599 01-S 2 Pivot, Rocker Arm
841 14 841 15-S 1 Kit, Head Gasket
853 14 755 32-S 1 Kit, High Altitude
(4,000–8,000 Feet)
853 14 757 03-S 1 Kit, Carburetor Repair
853 14 853 90-S 1 Kit, Carburetor
874 14 874 07-S 1 Piston Assembly
1802 14 018 02-S 2 Retainer, Valve Spring
1811 14 018 11-S 2 Retainer, Piston Pin
3202 14 032 02-S 1 Seal, Ccase/Flywheel
3203 14 032 08-S 1 Seal, Valve Stem
3205 14 032 07-S 1 Oil Seal
4103 17 041 03-S 2 Kit, Intake Gasket
4116 14 041 24-S 1 Gasket, Spacer
4130 14 041 30-S 1 Gasket, Breather Cov.
4131 14 041 31-S 2 Kit, Carburetor Heat
Shield Gasket
5001 14 050 01-S 3 Kit, Breather Filter
5014 14 050 14-S 1 Filter, Fuel, In-Nipple
7202 14 072 02-S 2 Stud, Rocker Arm
(#1407222S)
7212 14 072 12-S 2 Stud (#1407226S)
7213 14 072 13-S 1 Stud (#1407225S)
7223 14 072 23-S 2 Stud,M6x1.0x100.2mm
7920 14 079 20-S 1 Linkage, Governor
(#1407927S)
7932 14 079 32-S 1 Linkage, Auto Choke
8322 14 083 22-S 1 Element, Air Filter
8902 14 089 02-S 2 Spring, Valve
8914 14 089 14-S 1 Spring, Governor
(2800-3300 RPM)
8941 14 089 58-S 1 Spring
8944 14 089 63-S 1 Spring, Linkage
KEY PART
NO. NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
9018 14 090 18-S 1 Kit, Governor Lever
9432 14 094 32-S 1 Base, Air Cleaner
9622 14 096 22-S 1 Cover, Breather
10001 14 100 01-S 2 Nut, Hex Jam
10008 14 100 16-S 8 Nut, Hex Flange (M6)
10010 14 100 10-S 1 Nut, Flywheel
(with Serrations)
10902 14 109 04-S 1 Cup, Starter Drive
11169 25 111 69-S 1 Hose, Fuel,
Low-Permeation (CKY)
11207 14 112 07-S 3 Spacer
11225 14 112 27-S 1 Spacer, Carburetor
12319 14 123 19-S 1 Hose, Breather
12653 14 126 81-S 1 Bracket Assembly
14606 14 146 06-S 1 Plate, Pushrod Guide
15401 14 154 01-S 1 Clip, Governor Shaft
21921 14 219 25-S 1 Brake Assembly
22714 14 227 25-S 1 Cap Assembly
23707 14 237 07-S 2 Clamp, Hose (non-CA)
31404 14 314 23-S 1 Guard, Muffler Assy.
31416 14 314 25-S 1 Guard, Finger
31807 14 318 09-S 1 Head, Cylinder
34001 14 340 01-S 1 Key, Flywheel
38005 14 380 05-S 2 Pin, Dowel (8mm)
38006 14 380 06-S 2 Dowel, Cylinder Head
(#1438013S)
41101 14 411 03-S 2 Rod, Push
46807 14 468 07-S 1 Washer, Flat, 13mm
51827 14 518 30-S 1 Lead, Ill (Brake to
Igition Module)
58404 14 584 04-S 1 Module, Ignition
(#1458416S)
75511 14 755 11-S 2 Kit, Valve Train
86140 25 086 140-S 4 Screw, Hex Flange M8
86150 25 086 150-S 2 Screw, Hex Flange M7
86159 25 086 433-S 14 Screw, Hex Flange M6
86166 25 086 166-S 1 Screw, Rectangle
Head M6
86186 25 086 186-S 1 Screw, M6 x 25
(#25086436S)
86293 25 086 293-S 7 Screw, Hex Flange M6
86430 25 086 430-S 2 Screw, Shoulder
86587 25 086 587-S 2 Screw, Cross Recess
Csk Flat Head (M5)
96118 14 096 118-S 1 Cover
96130 14 096 130-S 1 Cover, Valve
96131 14 096 139-S 1 Cover, Engine
96133 14 096 133-S 1 Cover, Air Cleaner
165A 14 165 20-S 1 Starter Assembly,
Retractable
187B 14 187 20-S 1 Arm Assembly,
Auto Choke
- - - 14 113 57-S 1 Decal, Warning

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MODEL NUMBER XT675-3105KOHLER 4-CYCLE ENGINE
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CAUTION: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely
hot during operation and
remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid
severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
WARNING: This lawn mower is
equipped with an internal combustion
engine and should not be used on or near
any unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the
engine’s exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is re-
quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-
nia Public Resources Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available through your nearest
Sears Parts & Repair Center (See the RE-
PAIR PARTS section of this manual).
I. CHILDREN
WARNING: CHILDREN CAN
BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR
KILLED BY THIS EQUIPMENT.
Carefully read and follow all of
the safety instructions below.
TheAmericanAcademyof Pediatricsrecom-
mendsthatchildren be a minimumof12year
of age before operating a pedestrian con-
trolledlawnmowerandaminimumof16years
ofage before operating a riding lawn mower.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is
notalerttothe presence of children.Children
are often attracted to the machine and the
mowing activity. Never assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of a re-
sponsible adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Beforeandwhile walking backwards,look
behind and down for small children.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
II. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-
charge 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
blade. Stay behind the handle when the
engine (motor) is running.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
• Do not operate machine barefooted or
while wearing sandals. Always wear
substantial footwear with good ankle
support while mowing.
• Do not pull mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while moving
backwards.
• Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material
against a wall or obstruction. Material
may richochet back toward the opera-
tor. Stop blade when crossing gravel
surfaces.
• 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 ap-
proved by the manufacturer.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads.
• Never leave a running machine unat-
tended.
• Stop the engine (motor) and wait until
the blade comes to a complete stop
before cleaning the machine, removing
the grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle; walk, never run.

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• Disengage the drive system, if so
equipped, before starting the engine
(motor).
• If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor)
and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
• Always wear eye protection when oper-
ating machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
• When loading or unloading this ma-
chine, do not exceed the maximum
recommended operation angle of 15°.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equip-
ment (PPE) while operating this ma-
chine, including (at a minimum) sturdy
footwear, eye protection, and hearing
protection. Do not mow in shorts or
open toed footwear.
Always let someone know you are outside
mowing.
III. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip &
fall accidents, which can result in severe
injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow across the face of slopes: never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps or hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause
a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can
hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches
or embankments. You could lose your
footing or balance.
• Do not mow on wet grass or exces-
sively steep slopes. Poor footing could
cause a slip and fall accident.
IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property dam-
age, use extreme care in handling gaso-
line. Gasoline is extremely flammable and
the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes
and other sources of ignition.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running.
• Allow engine to cool before refueling.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel contain-
er where there is an open flame, spark
or pilot light such as a water heater or
on other appliances.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
clothing immediately.
• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas
cap and tighten securely.
V. GENERAL SERVICE
• Never run machine inside a closed area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent acciden-
tal starting.
•Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
Never do anything to interfere with the
intended function of a safety device or
reduce the protection provided by a
safety device.
•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
otherdebrisbuild-up.Cleanoilorfuelspill-
age.Allowmachineto cool before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Never attempt to make wheel height ad-
justments while the engine is running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
• Do not change the engine governor set-
ting or overspeed the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruc-
tion labels, as necessary. 37
CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.374381
KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 587478301 Control Bar 2 585864805 Upper Handle 3 580638602 Bar, Lower Handle 4 581902101 Rope Guide 5 581912601 T-Knob 6 191574 Handle Bolt 7 66426 Wire Tie 8 74780512 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 9 154132 Hinge Bracket 10 165754 Mulcher Door 11 408047 Engine Zone Control Cable 12 178848 Hex Washer Head Screw 13 429930X004 Up-Stop Bracket 14 182398 Handle Knob 15 51793 Hairpin Cotter 18 17600406 Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8 19 401174X004 Axle Arm Assembly, Front, LH 20 401175X004 Axle Arm Assembly, Front, RH 21 416860 Rear Skirt 22 401621X004 Selector Spring, Front 23 401814X428 Rear Door Assembly 25 588912405 Handle Bracket Assembly, LH 26 588912402 Handle Bracket Assembly, RH 28 407499X005 Wheel Adjusting Bracket, LH 29 407500X005 Wheel Adjusting Bracket, RH 30 401629 Spacer 31 165760 Discharge Deflector 32 440858X004 Selector Spring, Rear
33 87877 Selector Knob 34 588912602 Axle Arm Assembly, Rear 35 426589 Locknut, Hex 5/16-18 36 401638 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 37 501132301 Wheel & Tire Assembly, Front 39 409148 Locknut, Hex, Flanged 40 411949 Frame, Grassbag 41 194186 Hinge Screw 42 405421 Spring, Rear Door, LH 43 405423 Spring, Rear Door, RH 44 184193 Bolt, Rear Door 45 150406 Screw, Hex Head, Threaded, Rolled 3/8-16 x 1 46 404763 Danger Decal 47 751153 Locknut, Hex 5/16-18 49 588154801 Wheel & Tire Assembly, Rear 50 408955 Grassbag 51 147286 Hinge Rod 52 581708337 Kit, Mower Housing (Includes Key Number 46) 53 851084 Screw, Hex Head, Grade 8 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 54 850263 Helical Lockwasher 55 851074 Hardened Washer 56 406712 21" Blade 57 418373 Blade Adapter 58 152124 Hinge Spring
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm
IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty.
59 - - - Engine, Kohler, Model Number XT675-3105 (See Breakdown) 61 409149 Nut, Hex 62 73800400 Locknut, Hex 1/4-20 65 88348 Washer, Flat 66 197480 O-Ring 73 401630 Washer, Curved, Cylindrical 74 851201X004 Washer, Special, Engine, Zinc-Plated 76 410589 Baffle, Rear 77 17411312 Screw, Rear Baffle 83 428501 Baffle, Front 84 17000510 Screw, Front Baffle 87 437516 Plug, Handle Bar 88 586212501 Bolt, Carriage 89 73970500 Nut, Hex - - 404764 Warning Decal (not shown) - - 581276301 Bag of Parts (Includes Key Numbers 88 and 89) - - 579786101 Owner’s Manual, English / Spanish Available accessories not included with mower: - - 71 33623 Gas Can (2.5 Gallon Container) - - 71 33500 Fuel Stabilizer - - 71 33000 SAE 30W Oil (20 Ounce Bottle)
KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.374381
REPAIR PARTS
12
9
10
11
12
13
15
88
18
19
22
23
30
31
33
35
35
47
42
43
44
44
46
51
52
84
84
83 53
54
55
56
57
62
73
20 22 45
30
33
3673
74
8
25
30
32
33
34
36
40
50
65
66
73
8
26
89
30
32
33
34
36
65 66
73
76
77
41
41
47
21
3
6
87
7
89
36
58
14
14
5
4
59
28
29
37
3961
49
49
37 39
61
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ACCESSORIES
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not
shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service
centers. SOME OF THESE ACCESSORIES MAY NOT APPLY TO YOUR LAWN MOWER.
Congratulations on making a smart pur-
chase. Your new Craftsman® product is
designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all prod-
ucts, it may require repair from time to
time. That’s when having a Repair Protec-
tion Agreement can save you money and
aggravation.
Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement
now and protect yourself from unexpected
hassle and expense.
Here’s what’s included in the Agreement:
• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-
sional repair specialists.
• Unlimited service and no charge for
parts and labor on all covered repairs.
• Product replacement if your covered
product can’t be fixed.
• Discount of 25% from regular price of
service and service-related parts not
covered by the agreement; also, 25%
off regular price of preventive mainte-
nance check.
• Fast help by phone – phone sup-
port from a Sears representative on
products requiring in-home repair, plus
convenient repair scheduling.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a
simple phone call is all that it takes for you
to schedule service. You can call anytime
day or night, or schedule a service ap-
pointment online.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair
specialists,who haveaccess toover 4.5mil-
lionqualitypartsand accessories. That’s the
kind of professionalism you can count on to
help prolong the life of your new purchase
for years to come. Purchase your Repair
Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information
call 1-800-827-6655.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home
appliances, garage door openers, water
heaters, and other major home items, in
the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Repair Protection Agreements

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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION
Read these instructions and this manual
in its entirety before you attempt to as-
semble or operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the
engine.
Your new lawn mower has been assem-
bled at the factory with the exception of
those parts left unassembled for shipping
purposes. To ensure safe and proper op-
eration of your lawn mower, all parts and
hardware you assemble must be tight-
ened securely. Use the correct tools as
necessary to ensure proper tightness. All
parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,
necessary to complete the assembly have
been placed in the parts bag.
TO REMOVE MOWER FROM
CARTON
1. Remove loose parts included with
mower.
2. Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end panel down flat.
3. Remove all packing materials except
padding between upper and lower
handle and padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle.
4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and
check carton thoroughly for additional
loose parts.
MOWING
POSITION
Lower handle
LIFT
UP
Operator
presence
control bar
Bolt Nut
Bracket
Upper
handle
LIFT
UP
Handle
knob
HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN
MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or damage control cables.
1. Raise handles until lower handle sec-
tion locks into place in mowing posi-
tion.
2. Insert bolt through handle and bracket
and secure with nut.
3. Remove protective padding, raise up-
per handle section into place on lower
handle and tighten both handle knobs.
4. Remove handle padding holding
operator presence control bar to upper
handle.
Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
for your mowing comfort. Refer to "AD-
JUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual.
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Falta de 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Eleve la altura de corte.
fuerza o suelta.
2. Altura de las ruedas dispareja. 2. Eleve la altura de corte.
3. Velocidad del motor lenta. 3. Limpie/cambie el filtro de aire.
4. Acumulación de césped, hojas o 4. Limpie la parte inferior de la
basura debajo de la segadora. caja de la segadora.
5. Demasiado aceite en motor. 5. Revise el nivel del aceite.
6. Velocidad de recorrido 6. Corte a una velocidad de
demasiado rápida. recorrido más lenta.
Mal corte- 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Cambie la cuchilla. Apriete el perno
disparejo o suelta. de la cuchilla.
2. Altura de las ruedas dispareja. 2. Ajuste todas las ruedas a la misma
altura.
3. Acumulación de césped, hojas o 3. Limpie la parte inferior de la
basura debajo de la segadora. caja de la segadora.
Vibración 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Cambie la cuchilla. Apriete el
excesiva o suelta. perno de la cuchilla.
2. Cigueñal del motor doblado. 2. Póngase en contacto con su centro
de servicio Sears o con un otro
centro de servicio cualificado.
Cordón 1. El freno del volante del motor 1. Presione la barra de control
arrancador está aplicado cuando se hacia el mango superior antes
difícil de tirar suelta la barra de control. de tirar el cordón arrancador.
2. Cigueñal del motor doblado. 2. Póngase en contacto con su centro
de servicio Sears o con un otro
centro de servicio cualificado.
3. Adaptador de la cuchilla quebrado. 3. Cambie el adaptador de la cuchilla.
4. La cuchilla se arrastra en 4. Mueva la segadora a un lugar
el césped. en donde el césped ha sido
cortado o a una superficie firme
para hacer arrancar el motor.
Recogedor de 1. Altura de corte demasiado baja. 1. Eleve la altura de corte.
césped no se 2. Levantamiento de la cuchilla 2. Cambie las cuchillas.
llena (si viene desgastado.
equipado) 3. Recogedor sin ventilación de aire. 3. Limpie el recogedor de césped.
Difícil de 1. El césped está demasiado alto o la 1. Eleve la altura de corte.
empujar altura de la rueda demasiado baja.
2. Parte trasera de la 2. Eleve la parte trasera de la caja de
caja/cuchilla de la segadora la segadora (1) un lugar más alto.
arrastrándose en el césped.
3. Recogedor de césped 3. Vacíe el recogedor de césped.
demasiado lleno.
4. Posición de la altura del mango 4. Ajuste la altura del mango de
no adecuada para usted. modo que le acomode.
Pérdida de 1. Desgaste de la correa. 1. Revise/cambie correa de impulsión.
impulsión 2. La correa está fuera de la polea. 2. Revise/vuelva a instalar la
o retardase 3. Cable de la impulsión usado o roto. 3. Cambie el cable de la impulsión.
de la 4. El sistema de control del 4. Ajuste el control del mecanismo
velocidad mecanismo impulsor “suelto”. impulsor.
PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCIÓN
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ACEITE DEL MOTOR
Drene el aceite (con el motor caliente) y cámbielo
con aceite de motor limpio. (Vea “MOTOR” en
la sección de Mantenimento de este manual.)
CILINDRO
1. Remueva la bujía.
2. Vacíe una onza (29 ml) de aceite a través
del agujero de la bujía en el cilindro.
3. Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente unas
cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite.
4. Vuelva a montar la nueva bujía.
OTROS
• No guarde la gasolina de una temporada a
la otra.
• Cambie el envase de la gasolina si se emp-
ieza a oxidar. La oxidación y/o la mugre en
su gasolina producirán problemas.
• Si es posible, guarde su unidad en un
recinto cerrado y cúbrala para protegerla
contra el polvo y la mugre.
• Cubra su unidad con un forro protector
adecuado que no retenga la humedad. No
use plástico. El plástico no puede respirar, lo
que permite la formación de condensación,
lo que producirá la oxidación de su unidad.
IMPORTANTE: Nunca cubra la segadora
mientras el motor y las areas de escape
todavia estan calientes.
PRECAUCIÓN: Nunca almacene la
segadora con gasolina en el estanque dentro
de un edificio en donde los gases pueden
alcanzar una llama expuesta o una chispa.
Permita que se enfríe el motor antes de
almacenarla en algún recinto cerrado.
No arranca 1. Filtro de aire sucio. 1. Limpie/cambie el filtro de aire.
2. Sin combustible. 2. Llene el estanque de combustible.
3. Combustible rancio. 3. Vaciar el estanque y vuelva a llenar-
lo con combustible limpio y nuevo.
4. Agua en el combustible. 4. Vaciar el estanque y vuelva a llenar-
lo con combustible limpio y nuevo.
5. Alambre de la bujía desconectado. 5. Conecte el alambre a la bujía.
6. Bujía mala. 6. Cambie la bujía.
7. Cuchilla suelta o adaptador 7. Apriete el perno de la cuchilla
de la cuchilla quebrado. cambie el adaptador de la cuchilla.
8. Barra de control en la 8. Presione la barra de control
posición suelta. hacia el mango.
9. Barra de control defectuosa. 9. Cambie la barra de control.
10. Válvula del combustible (si equ- 10. Gire a la válvula del combustible
ipada) está en la posición OFF. a la posición ON.
11. Batería débi (si equipada). 11. Cague la batería.
12. Desconecte el conector 12. Conecte la batería al motor.
de la batería (si equipada).
13. Fusible quemado. 13. Cambie el fusible.
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TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
with rigid part of bag on the bottom.
Make sure the frame handle is outside
of the bag top.
2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold
them in warm water for a few minutes. If
bag gets wet, let it dry before using.
TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or
discharging,see“TO CONVERT MOWER” in
the Operation section of this manual.
Frame
handle
Frame
opening
Vinyl
bindings
INSTALL STARTER ROPE
1. Loosen T-knob.
2. Hold control bar against upper handle.
3. Slowly pull engine starter rope out until
rope will slip into loop of rope guide.
4. Tighten T-knob.
Upper handle
Control bar
Engine
starter rope
Rope guide T-Knob

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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself
with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future refer-
ence.
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the
product. Learn and understand their meaning.
Operator presence control bar
Starter
handle
Handle knob
Engine oil cap
with dipstick
Air filter
Wheel adjuster
(on each wheel)
MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the
American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commis-
sion. WARNING: The blade turns when the engine is running.
Operator presence control bar – must
be held down to the handle to start the
engine. Release to stop the engine.
Mulcher door – allows conversion to
discharging or bagging operation.
Starter handle – used for starting engine.
Muffler
Grass
catcher
Housing
OPERATION
Mulcher door
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
NOTE: Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
Gasoline filler cap
Spark plug
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ALMACENAMIENTO
Inmediatamente prepare su segadora para el
almacenamiento al final de cada temporada o
si la unidad no se va a usar por 30 días o más.
SEGADORA
Cuando se va a guardar la segadora por cierto
período de tiempo, límpiela cuidadosamente,
remueva toda la mugre, la grasa, las hojas, etc.
Guárdela en un área limpia y seca.
1. Limpie toda la segadora (Vea “LIMPIEZA”
en la sección de Mantenimento de este
manual).
2. Lubríquela según se muestra en la sección
de Mantenimento de este manual.
3. Asegúrese de que todas las tuercas y
clavijas y todos los pernos y tornillos estén
apretados en foma segura. Inspeccione
las partes que se mueven para verificar si
están dañadas, quebradas o desgastadas.
Cámbielas si es necesario.
4. Retoque todas las superficies que estén
oxidadas o con la pintura picada; use una
lija antes de pintar.
MANGO
Puede doblar el mango de su segadora para el
almacenamiento.
1. Remueva los pernos y los teurcas.
2. Apriete los extremos inferiores del mango
inferior entre sí hasta que el mango inferior
quede separado del puntal del mango,
luego muévalo hacia adelante.
3. Suelte los pernos de montaje del mango
superior lo suficiente como para permitir
que el mango superior se pueda doblar
hacia atrás.
IMPORTANTE: Cuando doble el mango para
el almacenamiento o el transporte, asegúrese
que lo doble según se muestra o purde dañar
los cables de control.
• Cuando prepare sus mangos a partir de
la posición de almacenamiento, el mango
inferior automáticamente se asegurará en la
posición para segar.
Mango inferior
APRIETE
PARA DOBLAR
MOTOR
SISTEMA DE COMBUSTIBLE
IMPORTANTE: Es importante evitar que
se formen depositos de coma en partes
fundamentales del sistemade combustible tales
como el carburador, el filtro del combustible,
la mangura del combustible o en el estanque
durante el almacenamiento. Los combustibles
mezclados con alcohol (conocido come
gasohol o que tienen etanol o metanol)
Pueden atraer humedad, lo que conduce a la
separacion y a la formación de acidos durante
el almacenamiento. La gasolina acida puede
danar el sistema de combustible de un motor
durante el perido de almacenamiento.
• Vaciar el depósito del carburante poniendo
en marcha el motor y dejándolo funcionar
hasta que el carburante termine y el carbura-
dor esté vacío.
• Nunca use los productos para limpieza del
carburador o del motor en el estanque de
combustible pues se pueden producir daños
permanentes.
• Use combustible nuevo la próxima temporada.
AVISO: El estabilizador de combustible es
una alternativa aceptable para reducir a un
mínimo la formación de depósitos de goma
en el combustible durante el período de
almacenamiento. Agregue estabilizador a la
gasolina en el estanque de combustible o en
el envase para el almacenamiento. Siempre
siga la proporción de mezcla que se encuentra
en el envase del estabilizador. Haga funcionar
el motor por lo menos 10 minutos después de
agregar el estabilizador, para permitir que este
llegue al carburador. No drene la gasolina del
estanque de gasolina y el carburador si se está
usando estabilizador de combustible.
POSICIÓN
PARA
SEGAR
Barra de control
que exige la
presencia del
operador
DOBLAR
HACIA
ADELANTE
PARA
ALMACENAR
Mango
superior
Mango inferior
Manilla del
mango
Puntal
Tuerca
Perno

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SERVICIO Y AJUSTES
ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar lesiónes serias,
antes de dar calquier servico o de hacer
ajustes:
1. Suelte la barra de control y pare el motor.
2. Asegúrese que la cuchilla y que todas las
partes movibles se hayan detenido comple-
tamente.
3. Desconecte el alambre de la bujía y pón-
galo en donde no pueda entrar en contacto
con ésta.
SEGADORA
PARA AJUSTAR LA ALTURA DE CORTE
Vea “PARA AJUSTAR LA ALTURA DE CORTE”
en la sección de Operación de este manual.
DESVIADOR TRASERO
Se proporciona un desviador trasero, adjunto
entre las ruedas traseras de su segadora, para
reducir a un mínimo la posibilidad que objetos
sean lanzados hacia afuera de la parte trasera
de la segadora, en la posición en donde se
encuentra el operador. Reemplaze el desviador
si esta danado.
PARA AJUSTAR EL MANGO
El mango puede ser montado a una posición
alta o baja. Los agujeros de montaje en el
mango inferior están fuera del centro para
levantar y bajar el mango.
1. Remueva el mango superior y conexióne(s)
el asegurar él (los) cable(s) al mango infe-
rior.
2. Remueva las clavijas de horquilla de la
clavija de montaje del puntal del mango.
3. Remueva los pernos y los teurcas.
4. Apreite el mango inferior hacia dentro para
removerlo de las clavijas de montaje.
5. Gire el mango inferior por encima para
levantar o bajar el mango.
6. Vuelva a montar las clavijas de horquilla
por encima de las clavijas de montaje.
7. Vuelva los pernos y los teurcas.
8. Vuelva a montar el mango superior y todas
las partes removidas del mango inferior.
Mango inferior
Puntal
del mango Clavija de horquilla
APRIETE
PARA AJUSTE
Clavija de montaje
MOTOR
VELOCIDAD DEL MOTOR
La velocidad del motor ha sido ajustada en la
fábrica.
CARBURADOR
Su carburador tiene un chorro principal fijo no
ajustable para controlar la mezcla.
IMPORTANTE: Nunca manipule el regulador
del motor, el que ha sido ajustado en la fábrica
para la velocidad del motor adecuada. Puede
ser peligroso hacer funcionar el motor a una
velocidad por sobre el ajuste de alta velocidad
de la fábrica. Si cree que la velocidad alta regu-
lada del motor necesita ajuste,contacto con su
centro de servicio Sears, el que cuenta con el
equipo adecuado y la experiencia para hacer
los ajustes necesarios.
Posición
para segar Posición para segar
POSICIÓN ALTAPOSICIÓN BAJA
Puntal
del mango
Pernos
y
tuercas
Clavija
de
horquilla
Clavija de
montaje
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HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
Engine speed was set at the factory for
optimum performance. It is not adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
CAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this
lawn mower in order to minimize the risk
of blade contact injury. Do not under
any circumstances attempt to defeat the
function of the operator control. The blade
turns when the engine is running.
• Your lawn mower is equipped with an
operator presence control bar which
requires the operator to be positioned
behind the lawn mower handle to start
and operate the lawn mower.
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels
for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit
your requirements. Medium position is
best for most lawns.
• To change cutting height, squeeze ad-
juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel
up or down to suit your requirements.
Be sure all wheels are in the same set-
ting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned
when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.
Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)
allow lever to be positioned between the
plate tabs.
SIDE DISCHARGING
• Rear door must be closed.
• Open mulcher door and install dis-
charge deflector under door as shown.
• Mower is now ready for discharging
operation.
• To convert to mulching or bagging
operation, discharge deflector must be
removed and mulcher door must be
closed.
Pivot pins Grass
catcher
handle
Catcher frame hook
Rear
door
LEVER BACKWARD TO
LOWER MOWER
LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER
Plate tab
Lever
TO CONVERT MOWER
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to
be used as a mulcher. To convert to bag-
ging or discharging:
REAR BAGGING
• Lift rear door of the lawn mower and
place the grass catcher frame hooks
onto the door pivot pins.
• To convert to mulching or discharging
operation, remove grass catcher and
close rear door.
Open mulcher door
Install
discharge
deflector
MOWER IS NOW READY FOR
DISCHARGING OPERATION
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects
thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your
lawnmower orperformingany adjustmentsorrepairs. Werecom-
mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask over spectacles.
Use ear
protec-
tors to
avoid
damage to hearing.

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4. Insert and tighten dipstick.
IMPORTANT:
• Check oil level before each use. Add
oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.
• Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or each season. You may
need to change the oil more often
under dusty, dirty conditions. See “TO
CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.
ADD GASOLINE
• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler
neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline with a mini-
mum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with
gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities
that can be used within 30 days to as-
sure fuel freshness.
CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels
(called gasohol or using ethanol or meth-
anol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage of 30
days or longer. Empty the gas tank, start
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN
CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER
FOR MULCHING -
1. Rear door closed.
2. Mulcher door closed.
FOR REAR BAGGING -
1. Grass catcher installed.
2. Mulcher door closed.
FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -
1. Rear door closed.
2. Discharge deflector installed.
CAUTION: Do not run your lawn
mower without rear door closed, clipping
deflector or approved grass catcher in
place. Never attempt to operate the lawn
mower with the rear door removed or
propped open.
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
1. Lift up on grass catcher using the
frame handle.
2. Remove grass catcher with clippings
from under lawn mower handle.
3. Empty clippings from bag.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty-
ing; it will cause unnecessary wear.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in
the engine. For type and grade of oil to
use, see “ENGINE” in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler
on startup.
1. Be sure lawnmower is level.
2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout.
3. You receive a container of oil with the
unit. Slowly pour the entire container
down the oil fill spout into the engine.
NOTE: Initial oil fill requires only 18 oz.
due to residual oil in engine from the
manufacturers 100% quality testing. When
changing oil you may need 20 oz.
Grass
catcher
frame
handle
Engine
oil cap
Gasoline
filler cap
TO STOP ENGINE
• To stop engine, release operator pres-
ence control bar.
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1. Desconecte el alambre de la bujía y
póngalo de modo que no pueda entrar en
contacto con ésta.
2. Remueva la tapa del depósito del aceite;
déjela a un lado en una superficie limpia.
3. Incline la cortadora de césped por este
costado tal como se muestra y purgue el
aceite en un recipiente idóneo. Mueva la
segadora de atrás para adelante para re-
mover todo el aceite que se haya quedado
atrapado dentro del motor.
PRECAUCIÓN: Los solventes de petróleo,
tales como el keroseno, no se deben usar para
limpiar el cartucho. Pueden producir el deteri-
oro de éste. No aceite el cartucho. No use aire
a presión para limpiarlo o secarlo.
4. Instale el cartucho, luego vuelva a poner la
cubierta.
SILENCIADOR
Inspeccione y cambie el silenciador si está corroí-
do puede producir un peligro de incendio y/o daño.
BUJÍA
Cambie el bujía al comienzo de cada tempo-
rada de siega o después de cada 100 horas
de operación, lo que suceda primero. El tipo
de bujía y el ajuste de la abertura aparecen en
“ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO” sec-
ción de este manual.
FILTRO DE COMBUSTIBLE EN LINEA
El filtro de combustible debe cambiarse una
vez cada temporada. Si el filtro de combustible
se tapona, obstruyendo el flujo del combustible
hacia el carburador, es necesario cambiarlo.
1. Con el motor frío, remueva el filtro y tapone
las secciones de la línea de combustible.
2. Ponga el filtro de combustible nuevo en su
posición en la línea de combustible con la
flecha señalando hacia el carburador.
3. Asegúrese de que no hayan fugas en la
línea del combustible y que las grapas
estén colocadas en forma adecuada.
4. Inmediatamente limpie toda la gasolina
derramada.
4. Limpie todo el aceite derramado en la
segadora y en el lado del motor.
5. Echar aceite despacio en el conducto del
aceite, parándose a intervalos regulares para
controlar el nivel del aceite con la varilla.
6. Parar de añadir aceite cuando se alcanza la
señal de lleno (FULL) en la varilla. Esperar
un minuto para dejar que el aceite se arregle.
7. Continúe agregando cantidades pequeas
de aceite y vuelva a inspeccionar la varilla
medidora settles del nivel de aciete en lleno
(FULL). NO sobrellene el motor con aceite,
o fumará pesa demante del silenciador
cuando lo valla a arrancar.
8. Asegúrese de apretar la varilla medidora
del aceite antes de arrancar el motor.
9. Vuelva a conectar el alambre de la bujía a ésta.
FILTRO DE AIRE
Su motor puede sufrir averías y funcionar de
manera incorrecta con un filtro del aire sucio.
Sustituir el papel del cartucho una vez al año o
tras 100 horas de funcionamiento, más a menudo
si se utiliza en condiciones de suciedad y polvo
particulares. No lave el filtro de aire.
PARA LIMPIAR EL FILTRO DE AIRE
1. Remueva la cubierta.
2. Cuidadosamente, remueva el cartucho.
3. Límpielo golpeándolo suavemente en una
superficie plana. Si está muy sucio cambie
el cartucho.
Envase
Plancha trasera
RanurasCartucho
Cubierta
LIMPIEZA
IMPORTANTE: Para obtener el mejor
rendimineto, mantenga la caja de la segadora sin
acumulacion de cesped y basura. Limpie la parte
de abajo de su segadora despues de cada uso.
PRECAUCIÓN: Desconecte el alambre de
la bujía y póngalo en donde no pueda entrar
en contacto con ésta.
• Haga descansar la segadora en su lado.
Asegúrese que el filtro de aire y que el carbu-
rador queden mirando hacia arriba. Limpie la
parte inferior de su segadora raspándola para
remover la acumulación de césped y basura.
• Limpie el motor a menudo para evitar que
se acumule la basura. Un motor tapado fun-
ciona más caliente y se acorta su duración.
• Mantenga las superficies pulidas y las rue-
das sin gasolina, aceite, etc.
• Con la excepción de la boca de derrubio del
agua (si está equipado), no recomendamos
el uso de una manguera de jardín para lim-
piar la parte exterior del segadora a menos
que el sistema eléctrico, el silenciador, el
filtro de aire y el carburador estén tapados
para evitar que les entre el agua. El agua en
el motor puede acortar la duración de éste.
Filtro de
Combustible
Abrazadera Abrazadera