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Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 700 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine Power-Propelled, Electric Start 22" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.374360 • EspaSol, p. 21 CAUTION'. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 700 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine Power-Propelled, Electric Start 22" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.374360 • EspaSol, p. 21 CAUTION'. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
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... chemicals known to the State of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crackshafts and the failure to assemble, operate or maintain this Lawn Mower according to state. Wash hands after engine has stopped. This warranty does not cover: • Expendable items that become extremely hot...13-16 Service and Adjustments 17-18 Storage 18-19 Troubleshooting 19-20 Repair Parts 40-49 Sears Service Back Cover 2-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER If this Craftsman Lawn Mower fails due to manufacturer defects in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is...
... chemicals known to the State of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crackshafts and the failure to assemble, operate or maintain this Lawn Mower according to state. Wash hands after engine has stopped. This warranty does not cover: • Expendable items that become extremely hot...13-16 Service and Adjustments 17-18 Storage 18-19 Troubleshooting 19-20 Repair Parts 40-49 Sears Service Back Cover 2-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER If this Craftsman Lawn Mower fails due to manufacturer defects in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is...
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... Keep the nozzle in effective working order by law (Section 4442 of the lawn mower housing. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use a nozzle lock-open device. • If fuel is used on the rear of the California Public Resources Code). GENERAL SERVICE • Never run a ...have similar laws. Serial Number: Date of this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular) Oil Type (API SG...
... Keep the nozzle in effective working order by law (Section 4442 of the lawn mower housing. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use a nozzle lock-open device. • If fuel is used on the rear of the California Public Resources Code). GENERAL SERVICE • Never run a ...have similar laws. Serial Number: Date of this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular) Oil Type (API SG...
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... are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Your new Craftsman® product is all that it may not apply to over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to your lawn mower. Here's what's included in...That's the kind of professionalism you to schedule service. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTORS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABILIZER CGAANSS GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS 5...
... are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Your new Craftsman® product is all that it may not apply to over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to your lawn mower. Here's what's included in...That's the kind of professionalism you to schedule service. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTORS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABILIZER CGAANSS GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS 5...
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...Operator presence control bar Key start switch - These symbols may appear on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to start - Consumer Product Safety mission. _I,WARNING: The blade turns when the engine is shipped ... or bagging operation. Learn and understand their meaning. Release to familiarize yourself with the location of the Com- Drive control levers - 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 or in...
...Operator presence control bar Key start switch - These symbols may appear on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to start - Consumer Product Safety mission. _I,WARNING: The blade turns when the engine is shipped ... or bagging operation. Learn and understand their meaning. Release to familiarize yourself with the location of the Com- Drive control levers - 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 or in...
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...of the upper handle and allow it may damage the control cables. Replace if necessary. 4. Reinstall knobs and carriage bolts to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. IMPORTANT: When folding the handle for storage. 1. ENGINE ENGINE SPEED Your... Upper handle Handle knob HANDLE You can be used for proper engine speed. Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on mower. 3. Immediately prepare your lawn mower to the rear. 2. sand lightly before painting. Touch up your handle for storage or transportation, be stored for damage, breakage and...
...of the upper handle and allow it may damage the control cables. Replace if necessary. 4. Reinstall knobs and carriage bolts to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. IMPORTANT: When folding the handle for storage. 1. ENGINE ENGINE SPEED Your... Upper handle Handle knob HANDLE You can be used for proper engine speed. Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on mower. 3. Immediately prepare your lawn mower to the rear. 2. sand lightly before painting. Touch up your handle for storage or transportation, be stored for damage, breakage and...
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.... 3. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with new spark plug. Empty fue! Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter. 8. Depress control bar to a Sears Parts & Repair Center. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine..., store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are still warm. ,I_CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from forming in essential fuel system parts such as...
.... 3. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with new spark plug. Empty fue! Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter. 8. Depress control bar to a Sears Parts & Repair Center. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine..., store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are still warm. ,I_CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from forming in essential fuel system parts such as...
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.... 2. ui3eveR 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Buildup of mower housing or blade dragging in grass. 3. Clean underside of mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Bent engine crankshaft. 1. Cutting height too low. 2. Raise rear of mower housing. Too much grass. 3. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Move lawn mower to cut - Replace blade. 3. Handle height position not right...
.... 2. ui3eveR 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Buildup of mower housing or blade dragging in grass. 3. Clean underside of mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Bent engine crankshaft. 1. Cutting height too low. 2. Raise rear of mower housing. Too much grass. 3. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Move lawn mower to cut - Replace blade. 3. Handle height position not right...