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Manual Craftsman 917.38823

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    Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN ° 5.0 HORSEPOWER 22" ECONOMY SIDE DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.388230 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espafiol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Insuuc_u_ before operating this equ_hF Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 ...

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    Warranty 2 Product Specifications 9 Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 12 Assembly 4 Storage 13 Operation 5 Troubleshooting 14 Maintenance Schedule 8 Repair Parts 32 Maintenance 8 Parts Ordering Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubric ...

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    • Dress properly. Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing. • Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean off any ...

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    These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CUPPING DEFLECTO ...

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    • Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the Service and Adjustment section of this manual. Operator presence control bar Upper handle _ _,_t / _ Lift up __ .,_ Mowing -:__,_2-" /// position KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ...

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    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 lawn mower or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ...

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    flood engine, wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps. TO CONVERT TO DISCHARGING MOWER Your mower is shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: • Lift discharge guard and remove mulcher plate. • Mower can now be used for side discharge or optional grass catcher can be attac ...

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    .A'NTENANCESC.EOULE .s YOU COMPL o,,,,... REGULAR SERVICE f__-_t_(_:_._-_ SERVICE DATE:_ Check for Loose Fasteners _ t# # Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher _ (if Equipped) a Clean Lawn Mower O Ctean Under Drive Cover (power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys RE (Power-Propelled Mowers) C hecWSharpen/R epla"ceBlade _ 3 Lubrication Chart ...

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    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.388230 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: 5.0 DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR dL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) )IL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 - . ...

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    IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not ...

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    ;artridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge. • Install cartridge, then replace cover making sure the tabs are aligned with the slots in the back plate. Fasten screw securely. Back plate Cover Lip tabs Ca_ddge Slots Cover MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded m ...

  • Craftsman 917.38823 - page 12

    A.CAUTION: Before performing any service and adjustments: • Release control bar and stop engine. • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST cu'n'ING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT ...

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    CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control. If your engine does not operate properly due to sus- pected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for the proper engine speed. Ov ...

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    ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYMNDER • Remove spark plug. • Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. • Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug. OTHER ? ...

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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Lossofpower Poor cut- uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Grass catcher not filling (if so equipped) Hard to push • Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. • Cutting too much grass • Dirty air filter. • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. • Too ...

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    SERVICE NOTES 31 ...

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    BRIGGS & STRATI'ON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12HS02-1978-E1 969_ 968 843 % 124 6O6 967 o _634 130 95 7 _134 110_ 9_ o;i 971A _163 34 ...

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-1978-E1 _54 625 51 9/ 15 22 383 306 lk REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 35 ...

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    BRIGGS & STRA'I-FON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-1978-E1 _) 670A _ 3 358 GASKET SET 1 _) 634 617 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 104 127 110 134 ° 617 634 I 121 CARBURETOR KIT _88A 36 ...

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    BRIGGS & _TRAI-rON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-1978-E1 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET 605 930 55 i 461 _332 455 1036 LABEL KIT - EMISSION [ 37 ...

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    BRIGGS & STRA'rTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-1978-E1 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 493260 2 293708 3 299819 4 493279 5 214368 7 272916 8 495786 9 272481 9A 272238 10 94650 11 231933 12 272198 13 94547 15 94880 16 498566 94388 20 399781 22 94220 94612 23 492177 24 222698 25 499429 499430 499431 499432 26 27 28 29 32 33 34 35 40 45 499425 499426 49942 ...

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    BRIGG S & STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-1978-E1 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 227 492349 Lever, Governor 230 67072 Washer, Thrust 258 94512 Screw, Hex Head 284 94511 Screw. Hex Head 300 497838 Muffler, Exhaust 304 493293 Housing. Blower 305 94744 Screw, Seres 306 224324 Shield, Cylinder 307 94515 Screw, Hex Head 332 94877 Nut, Flywheel 333 ...

  • Craftsman 917.38823 - page 25

    For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicUio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domici ...

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