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NUMBER 917.376880
OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
o Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
= Service
= Adjustments
= Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
15335!
Rev; 1 1,26.96 TR
Printed in U.S.A.
SAFETY
RULES
Practices for
Walk-Behind
Safe Operation
Mowers
IMPORTANT:
THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING
HANDS AND FEET AND TH ROWING OBJECTS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT tS
EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR
PRESENCE
CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
TRAINING:
•
Read this operator's manual carefully. Become familiar with
the controls and know how to operate your mower properly.
Learn how to quickly stop mower.
°
Do not continue to run your mower if you hit a foreign object.
Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any damage before restarting and operating you mower.
•
Do not allow children to use your mower. Never ailow adults
to use mower without proper instructions.
*
Do not change the governor settings or overspeed
engine. Engine damage or personal injury may result.
•
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially
small children and pets.
°
°
Use mower only as the manufacturer
scribed in this manual.
Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine,
safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required.
o
Do not run the engine indoors.
ous.
•
Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in
any manner. Always have damage repaired before using
your mower,
°
Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. Mow
across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might
lose yourfooting. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Use
caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or when
changing directions - maintain good footing.
intended and as de-
Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended
by the manufacturer.
Use of such attachments may be
hazardous.
°
the
Exhaust fumes are danger-
Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,
grass catcher or other safety devices in place.
The blade turns when the engine is running.
PREPARATION:
MAINTENANCE
°
°
Check the blade and the engine mounting
sure they are tightened properly.
°
Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condition,
Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear it of
all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause
severe injury.
•
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and
while using your mower.
•
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 fi_tingthe
gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine.
.
•
Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your
mower. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
OPERATION:
°
Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being
cut. Do not let'other interests distract you.
•
Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never run while operating
your mower. Always be sure of your footing - keep a firm hold
on the handles and walk.
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times.
°
Always stop the engine whenever you leave or are not using
your mower, or before crossing driveways, walks, roads, and
any gravel-covered areas.
°
Never direct discharge of materiat toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it.
°
Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop the
engine and make absolutely sure the btade and all moving
parts have stopped. Then disconnect the spark plug wire and
keep it away from the spark plug to prevent accidentaf
starting.
AND STORAGE:
botts often to be
•
Keep all safety devices in place and working.
•
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves
or excessive grease and oil.
°
Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear and
replace worn bags. Use only replacement bags that are
recommended by and comply with specifications of the
manufacturer of your mower.
•
Always keep a sharp blade on your mower.
•
Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
°
Never store mower with fue! in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source
such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc,
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!!
YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION:
Always disconnect spark
plug wire andptace wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting
up, transporting, adjusting or making
repairs.
& WARNING A
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other
reproductive
harm.
PRODUCT
CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears Lawn
Mower. it has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and
performance.
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HORSEPOWER:
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized
Service Center/Department.
We have competent, well,,
trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair
this lawn mower.
Please read and retain this manuaJ. The instructions wili
enable you to assemble and maintain y0ur lawn mower
properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
MODEL
NUMBER
917.376880
SPECIFICATIONS
'
6,0
DISPLACEMENT:
12.56 CU. IN.
GASOLINE CAPACITY
AND TYPE:
1,5 QUARTS
UNLEADED REGULAR ONLY
oil TYPE (APtLSFiSG):
SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY:
27 OZS.
SPARK PLUG:
(GAP: ,030")
CHAMPION RJ19LM
VALVE CLEARANCE:
INTAKE:
,008",
EXHAUST: ,008"
SERIAL
NUMBER
SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP:
.0125 IN.
DATE OF PU RCHASE
BLADE BOLT TORQUE:
35-40 FT. LBS.
THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERSWILLBE FOUND
ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE
LAWN MOWER HOUSING
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERmALNUMBER AND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAINTENANCE
A Sears Maintenance
CUSTOMER
AGREEMENT
Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details,
RESPONSJBILIT|ES
o
Read and observe the safety rules.
o
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower.
Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities"
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual,
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 owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any
defect in material or workmanship.
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:
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Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts,
a_r cleaners and 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 1N 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
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TA
SAFETY
PRODUCT
RULES
LE OF CONTENTS
............................................................
SPECIFICATIONS.
2
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SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS
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t5
STORAGE ...................................................................
17
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... ;........... 19
REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ........................ 20-24
REPA|R PARTS _ ENGINE ....................................
25-28
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ...................................
30
3
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBiLiTIES ..................... 3, 12-t4
WARRANTY ..............................................................
.... 3
ASSEMBLY ...................................................................
6
OPERATION ..................................................................
8
MAWNTENANCE SCHEDULE .....................................
12
EX
A
Accessories ....................................
Adjustments:
Carburetor ...............................
Drive Belt ...............................
Engine Speed ........................
Handl_ Heigl_,t ........................
Height of Cut ............................
Air Filter:
Replacement ..........................
Service ....................................
Assembly ........................................
E
5
16
15
16
16
9
14
14
6
B
Blade:
Sharpening ............................
Replacement ..........................
13
13
C
Controls:
Drive Control ............................
Engine Zone Control ................
Engine Speed Contro! ..............
Operator Presence
Control Bar ...............................
8
8
8
Engine:
Air Filter .................................
Oil Change .............................
Oil Level .................................
Oit Type .................................
Starting ..................................
Stopping ..................................
Storage ..................................
Options:
Accessories
F
Fuel:
Capacity ................................... 3
Storage .................................. 16
Type .......................................
10
Handle Adjustment:
Assembly ................................. 6
Cutting Heig _t ........................ 16
L
Lubrication:
Engine ....................................
Lawn Mower ..........................
14
t2
Maintenance Agreement ................ 3
Maintenance Schedule ................. 12
Mowing Tips .................................
10
O
5
Responsibilities,
25-28
20-24
Customer .. 3, t 2-14
S
Safety Rules ...................................
2
Service and Adjustments ..............
Carburetor ..............................
Drive Belt ...............................
Engine Speed ........................
Handle ...................................
Spark Plug ....................................
15
!6
15
!6
16
14
.................................
3
Speed Control:
Engine ......................................
8
Starting the Engine .......................
Stopping the Engine .....................
10
10
Storage ..........................................
!6
12.
t6
Trouble Shooting Chart ................ 19
W
Warranty ..........................................
4
9
T
Oil:
Engi ne ....................................
Storage ..................................
9
9
9
9
R
Specifications
M
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Repair Parts:
Engine ...............................
Lawn Mower .....................
H
8
Customer Responsibilities... 3, 12-14
Air Filter ................................. 14
Blade Care/Replacement ....... 13
Drive Wheels ......................... 13
Engine ....................................
14
Lubrication ............................. 14
Spark Plug ............................. 14
Cutting Levels ................................. 9
14
t4
!4
14
10
10
16
Ope ration:
Drive Control ............................
Engine Control .........................
Grass Catcher ..........................
Mower ......................................
Operator Presence
Contro! Bar ...............................
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LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced, Theyare 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
CLiPPiNG DEFLECTOR
FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS
\
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"\
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MULCHER KITS
STABILIZER
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
GAS CANS
LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE
AIR FILTERS
MUFFLERS
]BELTS
BLADES
BLADE ADAPTERS
SPARK PLUGS
Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety
before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn
mower. Your new tawn mower has been assembled at the
factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled
for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers,
bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been
placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper
operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you
assemble must be tightened securely. Usethe correct
tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.
TO REMOVE
CARTON
o
LAWN
MOWER
OPERATOR PRESI
CONTROLBAR
UPPER HANDLE
FROM
\
MOWING
Remove loose parts included with mower.
LOWER HANDLE
Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel
down flat.
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POSITION
FiG. 1
Remove al! packing materials except padding between
upper and lower handle and padding holding operator
prese,_lce control bar to upper handle.
Rol! lawn mower out of carton and check carton thorough_y for additional loose parts.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER
TO UNFOLD
HANDLE
(See Fig. 1)
IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLES CAREFULLY SO AS
NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.
Raise handles until lower handle section locks into
place in mowing position.
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MULCRER
Raise upper handle section into place on lower handle,
remove protective padding and tighten both handle
knobs.
FIG. 2
CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without muicher plug in place or approved clipping
deflector
or grass
catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door
removed or propped open.
Remove handle padding holding operator presence
control bar to upper handle.
o
Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your
mowing comfort.
Refer to "AdjustHandle"
in the
Service and Adjustment section of thismanual.
TO iNSTALL
(See Fig. 2}
ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a
mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging:
,
Open rear door and remove mulcher plug.
mulcher plug in a safe place.
PLUG
Store
You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflector.
To return to mulching operation, install mulcher plug
into discharge opening o_ mower.
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.
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MBLY
TO ASSEMBLE
AND ATTACH GRASS
CATCHER
(See Figs. 3A thru 4)
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_'_(bFe
FRAME
Insert leg of tubular frame through front opening of.
grass catcher and thread frame into sewn hereof bag,
ames must
fully seated)
NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the straight leg of the
tubuiar flame.
•
When frame comes out the other end of sewn hem,
immediately work the end of frame down inside the bag
as shown in inset,
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Slide sewn hem evenly around the tubular frame until
both ends of frame are exposed out of the front opening.
Assemble lower frame to tubular frame as shown. Be
sure-handle is outside of bag and frames are fully
seated as shown in inset.
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t
.
TUBULAR
FRAME
//
FIG, 3B
LOWER FRAME HANDLE
/
SI]p vinyl bindings over frame.
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm
water for a few minutes, if bag gets wet, !et it dry before
using.
o
Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed while operating
lawn mower,
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Lift the rear door on the mower housing and ptace the
grass catcher frame onto the formed tabs on the rear
door hinge bracket.
\
The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower
housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass
catcher frame.
.m0wer
l
r LOWER
_
_
I _,_
FIG, 3C
"
_n_
__ever
t-_n
door removed
REAR DOOR
e.fte-ct£rorapproved
attempt
rn°wer, wi!b._t_
he rear
or propped open;
BRACKET
GRASS
CATCHER
FRAME
/
TUBULAR
FRAME
SEWN
HEM
/
FORMED
TABS
FIG. 4
SEWN HEM
FLIP LID
FiG. 3A
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the
illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various contro!s and adjustments. Save this
manual for future reference.
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in |iterature
their meaning.
CAUTION
OR WARNING
ENGINE
ON
ENGINE
OFF
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
STARTER
FAST
SLOW
CHOKE
supptied with the product,
FUEL
OIL
CABLE
DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY
OPERATOR
HANDLE
DRIVE
GASOLiNE
/
GRASS CATCHER
Learn and understand
PRESENCE
CONTROL
CONTROLBAR
LEVER
CAP
/
PRIMER
ENGINE SPEED
CONTROL
/ DRIVE COVER
/
/
MULCHER
/
PLUG
t
ENGINE OiL CAP W/DIPSTICK
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HOUSING
(ON EACH W_EEL)
MEETS CPSC SAFETY
REQUEREMENTS
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 Commission. The b!ade turns when the engine is running.
OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL
o must be held
down to the handle to start the engine. Re_ease to stop the
engine.
DRIVE CONTROL LEVER - used to engage power-propelled forward motion of lawn mower.
ENGINE SPEED CONTROL - located on the side of the
engine which allows you to select either fast (.¢_)or stow
(_)
engine speed.
PRIMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the
cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.
STARTER HANDLE o used for starting the engine.
8
MULCHER PLUG - must be removed to convert to ba£;ging
or discharging operation.
OPERATION
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which canresult in severe eye damagel Always wear safet_ile
operating your
lawn mower or performing any adjustments o_rs_sion
safely
mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses ....
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HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
closed or without an approved clipping
deflector
or grasscatcher
in place.
without mulcher
plateinplaeeand
door
Never attempt to operate the lawn
mower with the rear door removed or
propped open.
ENGmNE SPEED
(See Fig. 5)
ENGINE SPEED
CONTROL LEVER
The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the
side of the engine. High (_)
position is for starting the
engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Low
(_tr_) position is for light cutting, trimming and fue_economy;
ENGINE
PRItMER
FIG. 5
LOWER WHEELS
FOR HIGH CUT
ZONE CONTROL
RAISE WHEELS
FOR LOW CUT
\
CAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this
risk of b_ade contact injury. Do not
lawn mower
in order to minimize
under
any circumstances
attempt the
to
defeat the function of the operator controL The blade turns when the eng ine is
running.
! .
FIG. 6
Your lawn mower is equ}pped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be
positioned behind the lawn mower handle tb start and
operate the lawn mower.
TO ADJUST
,
*
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=
\
(See Fig. 6)
GRASS
CATCHER
FIG. 7
OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROL BAR
(See Fig, 7)
To remove grass catcher, release operator presence
control bar to stop engine.
Lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the
handle.
Do not dr_g the bag when emptying; it wil} cause
unnecessary wear.
DRIVE
,
HEIGHT
Raise wheels for tow cut and iower wheels for high cut.
Wheels are set _n low cut for shipping. Adjust cutting
height to suit your requirements. Medium position _s
best for most lawns.
To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster levertowara wheoL Move wheel up or down to suit your
requirements.
Be sure all wheels are in the same
setting.
TOEMPTY
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CUTTING
.i
CONTROL
(See Fig, 8)
Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operator
presence contro_ bar down to the handle and pushing
the drive control lever forward until it clicks; then
retease the lever.
Forward motion will stop when the operator presence
control bar is released, To stop forward motion without
stopping engine, release the operator presence control
bar slightly until the drive controi disengages. Hold
operator presence control bar down to handle to contirtue mowing without self-propelling.
DRIVE
CONTROL
DRIVE CONTROL.
DRIVE _CONTROL_
DISENGAGED
FIG. 8
•
9
To keep drive control engaged when turning corners,
push down on handle c,nd lift front wheels off ground
while turning lawn mower.
OPERATION
BEFORE
STARTING
ENGINE
GASOLINE
OiL (See
ENGINE OIL CAP
W/DIPSTICK
FILLER CAP "_
Fig. 9)
Your lawn mower is shipped without oiiin the engine.
Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean.
o
Remove engine oi! cap w/dipstick and fill to the full line
on the dipstick.
o
Use 27 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use. see
"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this
manual.
o
Pour oil slowly. Do not over fil!.
Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill
to full line on dipstick.
o
To read proper levell tighten engine oil cap each time.
o
Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
FiG: 9
After the first two (2) hours of mowing, change the oi!,
and every 25 hours thereafter.
You may need to
change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions.
MOWING TiPS
GAS (See Fig. 9)
Fill tuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities'that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING iN TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32°F(0°0); USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE
GASOL NE TO HELP INSURE GOOD CGLD WEAT-IER
STARTING.
*
Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may
be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce
pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine
and leaving clumps of grass clippings:
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For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut
and raise the rear of the lawn mower housing one (!)
wheel adjuster setting higher than the front for better
discharge of grass.
•
For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions,
the engine speed should be set in the fast (@) position.
WARNING:
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) 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. Drain the fuel tank, start the
engine and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fue nex_ season. See Storage Instructions i_or additional information.
Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times before
trying to start. Use afirm push. This step is not usually
necessary when starting an engine which has already
run for a few minutes.
Move engine speed control lever to fast (,t_) position.
o
Hold operator presence control bardown to the handle
and pull starter handle quickly. DO not allow starter
rope to snap back.
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To stop engine, re!ease operator presence controi bar.
When using a rear discharge lawn.mower in moist,
heavy grass, clumps of cut grass may not enter the
grass catcher. Reduce ground speed (pushing speed)
and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second time.
*
If atrail of grass clippings is left onthe right side of a rear
discharge iawn mower, mow m a clockwise direction
with a small overiap to collect the clippings on the next
pass.
,
Keep top ofengine around starter clear and clean of
grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine airflow
and extend engine life.
Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt
and dust with use and catchers will Collect less grass.
To prevent this, regularly hose catchers off with water
anc_let dry before using.
TO START ENGINE
,
o
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat
priming steps. In warmer weather over priming may cause
flooding and engine witl not start. If you.do flood engine,
wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not
repeat priming steps.
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OPERATION
MULCHING
MOWING TiPS
iMPORTANT:
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE,
KEEP
MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND
TRASH.
SEE
"CLEANING"
IN
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.
MAX 113
The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as
they fall onto the lawn they will disperse intothe grass
and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will
biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.
Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed
as this will provide the best recutting action of the
blades.
Avoid cutting you r lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends
to form Clumps and interferes with the mulching action.
The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon.
At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut:area
will not be exposed to the direct sun.
FIG, 10
Forbest results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height
so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third
of the grass blades (See Fig, t0).
If the lawn is
overgrown it wil! be necessary to raise the height of cut
to reduce pushing efforE and to keep from overloading
the engine and leaving cJumps of mulched grass, For
extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut by
overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly,
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Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut.
mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path,
Change your cutting pattern from week to week. MOW
no rth to south one week then change to east to west the
next week. This wil! help prevent matting and graining
of the lawn.
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CUSTOMER
MAINTENANCE
RESPO
LITI
SCHEDULE
FILL iN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
I
SERVICE
DATES
Check for Loose Fasteners
M I Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher
(if Equipped)
O
E
R
Clean Under Drive Cover
(Seif:Prolc
Mowers)
ChecWSharpeniReptace Blade
Lubrication Chart
Clean Battery/Recharge
Start Mowers
E
Check Engine Oil Level
H
Ch_nge Engine Oil
G
OJean Air Filter
N
Clean or Re
E
Rel ;'tace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
hspect
1 - Change
P,,4
uffle r
more often
Plug
when operating
under a heaw
load or in high ambient
temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing
in sandy soil
4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
GENERAL
LUBRICATION
CHART
RECOMMENDATIONS
/(_WHEEL
ADJUSTER
The warranty on this Jawn mower does not cover items that
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive fuil vaiue from the _ arranty, ope, ator must maintain
mower as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
Aif adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at least once each season°
o
Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace air fi_ter
element and check blade for wear. A new spark plug
and clean/new air filter element assures proper air-fuel
mixture and helps your engine run better and last
longer,
Follow the maintenance schedb'le in this manuai,
BEFORE
o
o
OIL
EACH USE
Check engine oil level.
Check for loose fasteners.
HANDLE BRACKET
MOUNTING PiN
d) REAR
DOOR
*
HINGE
LUBRICATION
Keep unit wetl lubricated (See "LUBRICATION
(_) SPRAY LUBRICANT
CHART").
(_
REFER TO CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
"ENGINE"
SECTIOh_
iMPORTANT:
DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL
BEARINGS,
VISCOUS
LUBRICANTS
WILL ATTRACT
DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
THE LiFE OF
THE SELF LUBRICATING
BEARINGS, IFYOU FEELTHEY
MUST BE LUBRICATED.
USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED
GRAPHITE
TYPE LUBRICANT
SPARINGLY,
12
CUSTOMER
SIBILITIES
LAWN MOWER
CRANK-
Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance,
KEYWAY
KEY
TIRES
•
Keep tires free of gasoline, oil. or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber.
o
Avoid stumps stone& deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage.
BLADE
BLADE
CARE
For best resutts, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace
bent or damaged blades.
CRANKSHAFT
TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. !1)
•
o
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
wi_e where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.
HARDENED
WASHER
LOCK WASHER
Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and
carburetor are up.
Use a wood block between blade and mower housing
to prevent blade from turning when removing blade
bolt.
X
TRAILING
EDGE
X
BLADE
ADAPTER
FIG. 11
o
Protect you r hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with
heavy ctoth,
GRASS
o
Remove blade boit by turning counter-clockwise,
a 9/16" box or open-end wrench.
Use
•
The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must
be dry when used.
o
Remove blade and attaching hardware
washer and hardened washer),
(bolt, lock
=
Check your g rass catcher often for damage or deterioration. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher
needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer
approved replacement catcher. Give the lawn mower
mode1 number when ordering.
(if purchased as an accessory)
NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the key
inside hub of blade adapter. The key must be in good
condition to work properly, Replace adapter if damaged.
DRIVE WHEELS
TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig. 11)
Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft:
Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are
aligned.
Check front drive wheels each time before you mow to be
sure they move freely.
The wheels not turning freely means trash, g rass cuttings,
etc. are in the drive wheel area and must be cleaned to free
drive wheels.
Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2)
holes,in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter.
•
o
Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp
edge) is up toward the engine.
_nstallthe blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened
washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.
Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower
housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.
If necessary to clean the drive wheels, check both front
wheels.
=
The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. Ibs.
IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT tS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
you do. be sure the blade is balanced.
CATCHER
•
-
blade - but if
Remove hubcaps, .hairpin cotters and washers.
Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.
Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the
dust cover, pinion and/or drive wheel gear teeth.
Put wheels back in place.
If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not turn freely,
contact your nearest authorized service center.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
GEAR CASE
Care should be taken to keep the btade 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 attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
To check blade balance, d rive anai! into a beam or wall.
Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.
Place center hote of blade over the head of the nail. If
blade is balanced, it should remain m a horizontal
position, tf either end of the blade moves downward,
sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced,
To keep your drive system working properly, the gear
case arid area around the drive should be kept clean
and free of trash build-up. Clean under the drive cover
twice a season.
The gear case is filied with lubricant to the proper levef
at the factory, The only time the lubricant needs
attention is if service has been performed on the gear
case.
.
13
If lubricant is required, use only Texaco Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No, 750355, Do not substitute.
CUSTO
ESPONSJ
ILITtES
ENGINE
LUBRnCAT!ON
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SF o r SG, Select the oil's SAE Viscosity g rude
according to your expected operating temperature.
CONTAINER
SAE VISCOSITY
.....
_
GRADES
_
i
AIR FILTER
COVER
_F
t>C
_20 _
_30 _
0"_
_20 _
TEMPERATURE
30°
.10 _
32_
40°
0°
RANGE ANTICIPATED
_0"
10 _
80 °
20 _
100 _
30 °
40 _
BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F, Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil,
/
HINGE
PAPER
F_LTER
Change the eli after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawn
mower IS not used for 25 hours in one year.
COVER
SCREW
FIG. 13
MUFFLER
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil
plug securely each time you check the oi! level.
Inspect and replace corroded muffler-as it could create a
fire hazard and/or damage,
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 12)
SPARK
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil. drain fuel
tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty,
Change your spark plug each year to make your engine
start easier and run better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.
-
CLEANING
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug,
PLUG
IMPORTANT:
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE,
KEEP
MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUfLT-UP GRASS AND
TRASH, CLEAN THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER
AFTER EACH USE.
Remove engine oil cap;, lay aside on a clean surface.
Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable
container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove
any oil trapped inside of engine,
CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of
engine.
Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line on the
dipstick. DO NOT OVER FILL.
AIR FILTER
Turn lawn mower on its side, Make sure air filter and
carburetor are up, Clean the underside of your lawn
mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and
trash.
Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by
using a dirty air filter.
Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A
clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.
o
Replace engine oil cap.
o
Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
-
®
Replace the air filter every year, more often if you mow in
very dusty, dirty conditions, Do not wash air filter.
We do not recommend using a garde£ hose to clean
lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air
filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened engine life:
TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13)
Loosen cover screw.
•
•
o
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil,etc.
Swing cover down and remove from hinge.
Pul! paper filter out of air cleaner body.
Clean air cleaner cover and body.
Install a new paper filter.
Reinstall cover to air cleaner body. Be sure hinge is
assembled properly.
Swing cover up and tighten cover screw. (Do not
overtighten).
CLEAN
UNDER
DRIVE COVER
Clean under drive cover at least twice a season. Scrape
underside of cover with putty knife or similar tool to remove
any build-up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover.
14
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
Release controi bar.
, =
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
CUTTING
See "TO ADJUST CUTTING
section of this manual.
HEIGHT
HEIGHT" i_ the Operation
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector,
your lawn mower,
that objects will be
into the operator's
becomes damaged,
attached between the rear wheels of
is provided to minimize the possibility
thrown out the rear of the lawn mower
mowing position, if the rear deflector
it should be replaced.
TO REMOVE/REPLACE
DRIVE
COVER
BELT
PRESS
DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 14)
=
*
FIG, 14
-Remove drivecover. Remove belt by pushing down on
gear case pulley.
Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel
cap up.
Remove blade.
Remove debris shield.
o
Remove belt from engine putley on crankshaft.
o
Install new belt by reversing above steps.
o
Always use factory app roved belt to assure fit and long
life.
15
ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST
HANDLE
(See Figs. 15 Thru 17)
Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your
mowing comfort.
Four (4) positions are available: high,
medium high, medium low and low, Handles are shipped
mounted in the medium low position.
•
To change from medium low to medium high position,
the upper and lower handle sections Will have to be
turned aver (See Fig. 15B),
o
Remove the controJs and operator presence control
bar from the upper handle ....
,
Remove the starter rope guide from the lower handle.
•
,
Remove hairpin cotters,
Disconnect the lower handle from the h&ndte brackets
(See Fig. 17).
•
Turn the handle over and reassemble
cotters that have been removed.
SHIPPING POSITION
MEDIUM LOW
MEDIUM
HIGH
the hairpin
FIG. 15A
FIG, 15B
Reassemble the starter rope guide.
o Reassemble:the
controls and the opeiator
control bar to the upper handle.
presence
LOW
CAUTION: The operator
presence con,
brake engagement when control bar is
tro! bar must pivot
released.
Do not
freely
over
to permit
tighten blade
the
fasteners holding the controls to the
upper handle.
To change from medium low to high position on!y the
upper handle section wil! have tobe turned over (See
Fig. ! 6A),
To change from medium low to low position, only the
lower handle section will have to be turned over (See
Fig. I6B).
ENGINE
FIG. 16A
FIG, 16B
ENGnNE SPEED
Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt
to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury.
If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow,
take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for
repair and adjustment.
LOWER HANDLE
SQUEEZE
TO REMOVE
CARBURETOR
Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for
mixture control. If your engine does not operate propeity
due.to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn
mower to an authorized service center for repair and/or
adjustment.
HANDLE
BRACKET
HAIRPIN CLiP
,
..
•
•
FIG. 17
STORAGE
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the
end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days
or more.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
tIMPORTANT:
IT IS IMPORTANT
TO PREVENT
GUM
DEPOSITS
FROM
FORMING
lN ESSENTIAL
FUEL
SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR,
FUEL FILTER,
FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING
STORAGE.
ALSO,
EXPERIENCE
INDrCATES
THAT ALCOHOL
BLENDED
FUELS (CALLED
GASOHOL
OR USING ETHANOL
OR
METHANOL)
CAN ATTRACT
MOISTURE
WHICH LEADS
TO SEPARATION
AND FORMATION
OF ACIDS DURING
STORAGE.
ACIDIC
GAS CAN DAMAGE
THE FUEL
SYSTEM
OF AN ENGINE WHILE lN STORAGE.
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower isto be stored fora period of time, clean
it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in
a clean, dry area.
,
Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the
Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).
Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual.
o
Be sure that at! nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are
securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage,
breakage and wear. Reptace if necessary.
o
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting.
HANDLE
Drain the fue] tank.
Start the engine and let it run until the fuei lines and
carburetor are empty.
•
(See Fig, 18}
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative ir_
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage, Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after addinf]
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
You can fofd your lawn mower handle for storage.
Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward
each other until the lower handle clears the handle
bracket, then move handle forward.
o
Loosen upper handle mounting bolts enough to allow
upper handle to be folded back.
IMPORTANT:
WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR
STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD
THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE
CONTROL CABLES.
•
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur_
Use fresh fuel next season.
ENGINE
O_L
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engir!e
oil. (See "ENGINE"
in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manua 0.
When setting up your handle from the storage position,
the lower handle will automatically lock into the mowing
position.
CYLINDER
Remove spark plug.
•
LOWER HANDLE
Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hofe
into cylinder.
Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil
Replace with new spark plug.
HANDLE
BRACKET
OTHER
SQUEEZE TO
FOLD
*
Do not store gasoline from one season to another°
*.
Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoiine wilt cause probiems_
If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to giw_
protection from dust and dirt,
HAiRPiN
COTTER
Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Pla.stk',
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and
will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.
OPERATORPRESENCE
CONTROLBAR
UPPERHANDLE
FOLDFORWARD
FORSTORAGE
CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower
with gasotine in the tank inside a buiUd._ng where fumes _may reach an open
flame or spark. AHow the engine to coe_
before storing in any enclosure.
FOLD BACKWARD
MOWING
POSmON
LOWER HANDLE
FiG. 18
17
S
ViCE NOTES
18 ¸
TROUBLESHOOTING
Does not start
=
CORRECTION
CAUSE
PROBLEM
......
POINTS
•
-
Loss of power
Poorcut_uneven
.4
1.
2.
3.
4,
Dirty air.filter,
,Out of fuet,
Stale fuel,
Water in fuel,
I.
2.
3.
4.
Clean/replace air filter.
Fill fuel tank.
Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel.
Drain fue! tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh
5.
6,
7.
8,
9,
Spark ptug wire is disconnected.
Bad spark plug.
Loose blade or broken blade adapter.
Control bar in released position
Control bar defective
5.
gasoline,
Connect wire to plug,
6,
7.
8,
9.
Replace
Tighten
Depress
Replace
1.
I.
Set in "Higher Cut" position,
2.
3.
4,
5,
6.
Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging
in heavy grass,
Cutting too much grass,
Dirty air filter,
Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower,
Too much oil in engine.
Walking speed too fast,
2,
3.
4,
5.
Setin "Higher Cur' position,
Cleanlreplace air filter,
Clean underside of mower housing,
Check oil level,
6.
Cut at slower walking speed.
1.
Worn. bentorloose
2,
3.
4.
Wheel heightsuneven,
Low eng ne speed,
Buildup ofgrass, leaves, andtrash
1,
2.
3.
4.
Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt,
Sel all wheels at same height.
Set engine speed control in fast position,
Clean underside of mower housing.
t.
2.
Repiace blade, Tighten blade bolt,
Contact authorized service center/department•
-..
spark plug.
btade bolt or repIace blade adapter.
controt bar to handle,
control bar,
=
blade,
under mower.
m
Excessive
vibration
I.
2.
Wom.bentorloose
blade.
Bent engine c_nkshaff,
.....
Starter rope hard to pull
I,
2,
3.
4.
Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is
released,
Bent engine crankshaft
Blade adapter broken.
Blade dragging in grass,
1.
2,
3.
4,
_...=
Depress control bar to upper handle before
putfing starter rope,
Contact authorized service center/department,
Replace blade adapter,
Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface
to start engine.
. _
Loss of drive
Grass catcher not filling
(ff so equipped)
Hard to push
=
1.
Drive wheels not turning with drive control engaged,
2,
Belt not driving.
1.
2,
Cutting height too low.
Lift on blade worn off.
3.
4,
Catcher not venting air,
Lowengme speed.
_.
2,
Grass is too high or wheet height is too low.
Rear of tawn mower housing/blade dragging
in grass•
Grass catcher too futi.
Handte height position not right for you,
3.
4.
19
1.
2.
Adjust or replace drive control cable, it broken.
Put belt on pulleys or replace belts if b,roken,
1.
2.
3.
4.
Raise cutting height,
Replace blade.
Clean grass catcher.
Set engine speed control in fast position,
1.
2.
Raise
Raise
setting
Empty
Adjust
3,
4,
cutting height,
rear of }awn mower housing one (1)
higher.
grass catcher.
handle height to suit,
_
.
=
REPAIR PARTS
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER
917.376880
13
27
22
3
./
29
39
35
28
32-
t_
2O
37
35
27
3O
56
52
25
47
41
"\13
REPAIR PARTS
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER
t_
KEY
NO.
PART
NO
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
I3
14
15
16
17
18
20
22
23
25
27
28
29
30
3!
32
34
35
37
145646X479
701181
74350424
150425
151517
136376
STD541425
145793
151023
1:28415
150050
STD512505
77400
700483X479
700365X479
133t90X479
140661X479
73510400
140540
85543
87677
83923
1:51158
142748
62335
t45935X004
701037
700331X004
146630:
750085X007
150078
DESCRiPTiON
Upper Handle
Engine Zone Contro! Cable
Hex Head Screw !/4-20 x 1-t/2
Muicher Plug
Cable Clip
Handle Knob
Locknut 1/4-20
Control Bar
Rear Door Kit
Pop Rivet
Self Tapping Screw #10q 6 x 1/2
Hex Tapping Screw wiSems t/4-20 x I/2
Hubcap
Back Plate
Side Baffle
Discharge Baffle
Rear Baffle
Keps Locknut 1/4-20
Rear Skirt
Engine Pulley
Hi-Pro Key #505
Hex Flange Nut
Wheel
Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 x 1
Spring Washer
Axle Arm Assembly
Selector Knob
Selector Spring
Spacer
Wheel Adjusting Bracket (Right)
Thread Cutting Screw w/Seres 5/16_18 x 3/4
KEY
NO.
=PART,
NO
39
151512X479
40
t51511X479
41 150406
42 750097
43 87930
44
151519
46 851514
47
141114
48 851074
49 850263
50 851084
51 700869X479
52 85463
56 88652
57 51793
58 t51516X479
59 131959
61 132001
62 134612
64 152753
-153351
917.376880
DESCRiPTiON
Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)
Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)
Hex Head Thread Roiling Screw 3/8q6 x i-1/8
Hex Washer Head Screw #I0-24 x t/2
Guide Clip
Lawn Mower Housing (tnct: Key #14, 15, 51 & 52)
Blade Adapter
Blade 22"
Hardened Washer
Helical Washer 3/8_24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8
Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8
Front Baffle
Danger Decal
Hinge Screw 1/4-20 x 1-!/4
Hairpin Cotter
Lower Handle
Handle Bolt
Rope Guide
Debris Shield
Engine-Craftsman - Model No. t43.966006
Owner's Manual (English!Spanish)
Available accessories not included with lawn mower:
- - 7`133303
Clipping Deflector
-7133623
Gas Can (2.5 gal.)
- - 71 33500
Fuel Stabilizer
- - 7J_33027
SAE 30W Oil (27 oz.)
- - 7"133417
Dust Shield
-7_1133316
Mower Cover
F_EPAIRPARTS¸
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
MODEL NUMBER
917.376880
--2
54
i0
13
t_
14
9
8
i3
!2
REPAIR PARTS
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
18
PART
NO.
145755
48385
63601
144929
146527
700875
77400
145212
88446
151156
12000058
137054
88080
88118
67725
701037
DESCRIPTION
Control Cable Assembly
Control Head Kit
Locknut #10-24
Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12
V-Belt
Carriage Bolt t/4-20 x 2
Hubcap
Locknut
Nyton Bushing
Wheel & Tire Assembly
E-Ring
Pinion
Dust Cover
Felt Washer
Washer 1/2x t-1/2 x ,134
Selector Knob
MODEL NUMBER
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
25
26
28
31
32
33
35
36
37
38
40
41
53
54
55
57
151522
143603
702806
132010
137052
48386
152018
70251 t
146467
STD541425
75192
152019
144747
149844
86012
144748
917.376880
DESCRiPTiON
Drive Cover Decal
Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4
Drive Cover
Hex Flange Nut
Drive Pulley
Drive Control Cable Kit
Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)
Gear Case Assembly
Spring
Locknut 1/4-20
Spring
Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Rig ht)
Frame Throat
Grassbag Assembly
Driveshaft Cover
Frame Tube
REPAIR PARTS
ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.376880
GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY
PART NUMBER
702511
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KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
1
2
3
4
6
17490416
137055X004
137053
57072
48373
7
8
9
10
77881
137051
137074
57079
DESCRIPTION
Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-t/4
Engagement Bracket
Shifter
Sea[
Gear Case Hatves Kit (Includes Key
Nos. 4, 5, and 7)
Bearing
Worm Shaft
Drive Shaft
Hardened Washer
KEY
NO;
PART
NO,
DESCRIPTION
11
12
13
14
15
!6
17
18
19
131484
700343
86447
137050
750436X
750369
12000003
850848
81585X004
Clutch Yoke
Bushing
Plug
Helica Gear
Clutch Jaw
Grease
E-Ring
Hi-Pro Key
Spring Bracket
NOTE:
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All component dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm
given in U,S. inches.
CRAFTSMAN
4..CYCLE ENGINE
MODEL
NUMBER
143o966006
7
418
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25
CRAFTSMAN
REF
NOo
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2
6
7
9
10
11
12
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
25
PART
NO.
36146
27652
36059
36005A
590568
36002
36003
36001
28277
36006
36008
31335
650548
36103
360!0
36011
26
30
40
650802
36171
40004
40005
41
36070
36071
36072
42
40006
40007
20381
36023A
43
45
46
48
50
52
69
70
72
73
75
80
81
82
83
85
86
89
90
91
92
93
100
101
103
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i:19
!20
125
32610A
36030
36031
29914
36032A
36151
30572
28833
36010
30574A
30590A
30591
36057
36034
650924
611154
611 t 55
611156
6508t5
650816
34443A
610118
651007
36054
36061
36120
36471
36472
126 29314B
29315C
130
135
I50
151
602tA
35395
31672
31673
4-CYCLE ENGINE
DESCRIPTION
Cylinder (includes 2, 10, 20 & 125)
Dowel Pin
Breather Elemen!
* Breather Cover &Gasket
Screw #10-24 x 3/4
Breather Valve Body
Check Valve
Breather Tube
Flat Washer
Governor Rod, Machined
Governor Lever
Governor Lever Clamp
Screw #8-32 x 5/16
Governor Spring
Oil Seal
Blower Housing Baffle Assembly
(Includes Reference Number 195)
Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8
Crankshaft
Piston, Pin, Ring Set, Standard
Piston, Pin, Ring Set, .010
Oversize
Piston & Pin Assembly, Standard
Piston & Pin Assembly, .010 Over
Piston & Pin Assembly, .020 Over
(Assemblies Include Ref. #43)
Ring Set, Standard
Ring Set, .010 Oversize
Piston Pin Retaining Ring
Connecting Rod Assy. (includes
46)
Connecting Rod Bott
Valve Lifter
Camshaft (MCR)
Oil Pump Assembly
* MOunting Flange Gasket
Mounting Flange (Includes #72-85)
Oil Drain Plug
Drain Plug Gasket
Oil Sea!
Governor Shaft
Washer
Governor Gear Assy. (includes 81)
GovemorSpool
Idler Gear
Screw 1/4-20 x 1-9/16
Flywheel Key
Flywheel
Flywheel Fan
Belleville Washer
Flywheel Nut
Solid State Ignition
Spark Plug Cover
Screw. Torx T-15 #10-24 x 15/16
Ground Wire
* Cylinder Head Gasket
Cylinder Head
Exhaust Valve, Standard
Exhaust Valve, 1/32" Oversize
Intake Valve, Standard
Intake Valve, 1/32" Oversize (AI!
Valves tnclude Reference #151)
Screw 5/!6-18 x 1-1/2
Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)
Valve Spring
Lower Valve Spring Cap
MODEL
NUMBER
143.966006
REF
NO,
169
!72
!74
177
186
187
190
191
192
193
194
195
198
199
202
203
204
205
215
239
240
PART
NO.
27234A
32755
30200
650925
36009
36035
36013
36012
36016
36015
36014
610973
36017
36018
36482
36482
650549
650777
36051
36048
36044A
243
245
250
251
255
256
260
26!
262
263A
275
276
277
285
287
290
292
299
300
30!
305
307
308
310
346A
347
350
370A
370B
380
390
400
416
650899
36046
36154
650928
36110
650983
36153
650737
650929
36156
36107
36043
650927
34449A
650926
34357
26460
650900
36066
36246
36063
35499
36040
36064
28763
650898
36045
36261
36155
640020
590702
36t062B
36085
417
650760
RPM Settings:
DESCRIPTION
* Valve Spring Box Gasket
Valve Spring Box Cover
Screw #10_24x 9/16
Carburetor Mounting Stud
Governor Link
* Carburetor Mounting Spacer
Brake Lever Assembly
Brake Control Lever
Brake Control Lever Link
Brake Spring
Retaining Ring
Terminal Assembly
Brake Control Lever Spring
Brake Lever Bushing
Compression Spring
Compression Spring
Screw #5-40 x 7/16
Screw #6-32 x 21/32
Control Knob
* CaCouretor to Air Cleaner Gasket
Air Cleaner Body (Includes
Reference #239, 299 and 350)
Screw #10_32 x 2-3/32
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Cover
Lock Nut 1/4-20
Control Plate
Screw #8-32 x 2!/64
Blower Housing
Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2
Screw 1/4-20 x 11/16
Starter Grill
Muffler
Locking Plate
Screw 5/6-18 x 2-11/32
Starter Cup
Screw #8-32 x 21/64
Fuel Line
Fuel Line Clamp
"U" Type Nut Clip
Fuel Tank (Includes Ref. #30t)
Fuel Cap Assembly
Oil Fill Tube
"O" Ring
Fill Tube Clip
Dipstick
Screw #10-32 x 35/64
Screw #10-32 x 27/64
Primer
Lubrication Decal
Control Decal
Carburetor (Includes #187 and 239)
Rewind Starter
Gasket Set (incl. All Items Marked*)
Spark Arrestor Kit (Includes
Reference Number 4t7) (Optional)
Screw #8-32 x 3/8 (Optional)
Low: 2450-2750, High: 2900-3200
NOTE: This engine could have been built with 590739
Starter. Refer to design of rope pulley strength ribs for
part
identification, Individua! starter parts do not interchange.
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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CRAFTSMAN
4-CYCLE
ENGINE
MODEL
NUMBER
143.966006
REF PART
NO. NO.
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6
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640020
632539
632593
632541
650506
25A
25
27
28
29
30
632701
632675A
632544
632543
632548
632709
31
32
33
36
37
37A
38
38A
39
40
47
632637
632672
632673
640022
632547
632547
632545
632545
632549
640021
632554
REF PART
NO. NO.
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-1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
590702
590599A
590600
590696
590601
590697
590698
590699
590700
590703
12
13
590535
590701
DESCRiPTiON
Carburetor (Includes Reference
Number 184 of Engine Parts List)
Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly
Dust Seal
Throttle Shutter
Throttle Shutter Screw
Float Bowl
Idle Restrictor
Float Shaft
Float
Float Bowl-to Body Gasket
Inlet Needle. Seat & Seat Retainer
(Includes Reference Number 31)
Seat Retainer
Bowl Drain Screw
Bowl Drain Washer
Main Nozzle Tube
"O" Ring
"O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube
Spring, Main Nozzle Tube
" Spring
Float Bowl Retainer
Main Fuel Jet
Welch Plug, Idle Mixing Well
DESCRIPTION
Recoil Starter, Complete
Spring Pin (Includes Reference #4)
Washer
Retainer
Washer
Brake Spring
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly
Starter Housing Assembly
(40 Degree Grommet)
Starter Rope (98" Long, 9/64" Dia.)
Starter Handle
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
! inch = 25.4 mm
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REF PART
NO: NO.
0590739
3590740
6590616
7590617
8590618A
11590638
12590535
13590701
14590741
Sl
7
27
DESCRIPTION
Rewind Starter
Retainer
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y
Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree
grommet)
Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64"
dia.)
Starter Handle
Locking Tab
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SERVICE
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NOTES
RVICE NOTES
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ER'S
UAL
6.0=HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Each lawn mower has its own modef number.
Each en-
gine has its own model number.
The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a
decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.
The model number for your engine will be found on the
blower housing of the engine.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,
Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department
and most
Retail Stores.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GiVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
iF YOU NEED
REPAIR SERVICE
OR PARTS:
o PRODUCT o LAWN MOWER
', MODEL NUMBER - 917.376880
, ENGINE MODEL NO. - 143,966006
FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL
THiS TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1..800-4oREPAi'R
(1-800-473-7247)
FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS
INFORMATION AND
ORDERING, CALL THIS
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