Craftsman 917.379480 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
To read proper level, insert the dipstick
into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the
tube. Do not thread the cap onto the
tube. Remove and read the oil level.
Replace engine oil cap.
Reconnect spark plug wire to spark
plug.
Oil filler cap/dipstick
__Upper limit
_Lower limit
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may
be damaged by using a dirty air filter.
Replace the air filter every year, more
often if you mow in very dusty, dirty
conditions.
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER
Remove cover.
Carefully remove cartridge.
Clean by gently tapping on a flat
surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge.
ACAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
cartridge. 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.
Filter
Filter
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MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or dam-
age.
SPARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to
make your engine start easier and run
better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep mower housing free of built-up
grass and trash. Clean the underside of
your mower after each use.
ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
Tum lawn mower on itsside. Make sure air
filter and carburetor are up. Clean the
underside of your lawn mower by scraping
to remove buildup of grass and trash.
Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating. A clogged engine runs
hotter and shortens engine life.
Keep finishedsurfaces and wheels free of
all gasoline, oil,etc.
We de not recommend usinga garden
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
electricalsystem, muffler,airfilterand
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened
engine life.
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Clean under ddve cover at least twice a
season. Scrape underside ofcover with putty
knife or similar tool to remove any buildupof
trash or grass on underside of drive cover.
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