Download Craftsman 917.377543 Owner`s manual

Owner's
Manual
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6.5 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.377543
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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Espafiol
Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Warranty
Safety Rules
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance
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6
10
10
Product Specifications
Service and Adjustments
Storage
Troubleshooting
Repair Pads
Parts Ordering
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Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAELWARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For two years from date of pumhase, 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 matedal 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:
• Expendable items which become worn dudng normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air 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 CentedDepartment in the United States. This warranty applies only while
this product is in use in 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
Safety standards require operator
presence controls to minimize the
risk of injury. Your unit is equipped
with such controls. Do not attempt to
defeat the function of the operator
presence controls under any
circumstances.
• Do not operate mower if it has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
Always have damage repaired before
using your mower.
• Do net use accessory attachments that
are not recommended by the manufacturar. Use of such attachmerits may be
hazardous.
TRAINING:
• Read this operator's manual carefully.
Become familiar with the controls and
• The blade rums when the engine is
running.
know how to operate your mower
properly. Learn how to quickly stop
PREPARATION:
• 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 cao cause severe injury.
• Alwayswearsefetyglassesoreye
shields when starting and while using
your rnower.
rrlower.
• Do not allow children to use your mower.
Never allow adults to use mower without
proper instructions.
• Keep the area.of operation clear of all
persons, especially small children and
pets.
• Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as described in this manual.
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• Dress properly. Do not operate mower
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear only solid shoos 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 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
tight.
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 matedal toward
bystanders nor allow anyone near the
mower while you are operating it.
• Before cleaning, inspecting, or ropaidng
your mower, stop the engine and make
absolutely sure the blade and all moving
parts have stopped. Then disconnect the
spark plug wire and keep it away from the
spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
• 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 change the governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Engine damage or
personal injury may result.
• 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.
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• Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust
fumes are dangerous.
• Never cut grass by pu_ing the mower
towards you. Mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down or you might
lose your footing. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Use caution when
operating the mower on uneven terrain
or when changing directions -- maintain
good footing.
• Never operate your mower without
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety devices in place.
MAINTENANCE
AND STORAGE:
• Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be 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.
• 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 wom 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 stodng in any
enclosure.
• Never store mower with fuel 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.
&CAUTION:
Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it cannot
contact spark plug in order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
Califomia to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also
available at most Sears retailoutlets and service centers. Most Sears stoles can also order
repair parts for you,=whenyou providethe model number of your lawn mower. Some of these
accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
CUPPING DEFLECTOR
FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS
MULCHERKITS
/
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
GRASS
LAWN CATCHERS
MOWERS
STABILIZER
FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
GRASS
LAWN CATCHERS
MOWERS
!
GAS CIUtS
LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE
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AIRFILTERS
BELTS
BLADES
BLADE ADAPTERS
Read these instmclfonsand this manual in its
entiretybefore you attempt to assemble or
operate your new lawn mower. Your new
rnower has been assembled at the factory wi_
the _
of those parts leftunassembled
for shippingpuqooses. All parts such as nuts,
washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the
assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
To ensure sere and proper operation of your
lawn mower, ail parts and hardware you
assemble must be _htenecl securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to ensure proper
LAWN
MOWER
ENGINE OIL
• Roll lawn rnower out of carton and chenk
cartonthoroughly
foradd_onallooseparts.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR
MOWER
LAWN
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so as
not to pinch or damage control cables.
• Raise handlGs until lower handle section
locks into place in mowing position.
• Remove protective padding, raise uppa_
handle seclion into place on lower handle
and lighten both handle IqK_bs.
• Remove handle padding holding oparator
_
contlol bar to uppar hendle.
• Your lawn mower handle ca_ be adjusted
for your mowing cordort. Refer to 'Adjust
tightness.
TO REMOVE
CARTON
WHEELS
SPARK PLUGS
FROM
• Remove louse parts induded with mower.
• Cut down two end comem of cartonandlay
Handle"
in tbeServk:eandAdjustment
endpanddownnat
• Removeall_
materials
except
sec_on of this manual
paddlng between uppar and lower handle
andpadcr_g
ho_ngoparator
presence
controf bar to upper handle,
4
bar
TOINSTALLA'i'FA_-IMENTS
Your la_mm_v,_r was shipl_d=readyto be
used as a rr_clwr. To cc_Ted to Ixl_
or
Liftup
• Open reardoorand remove muter I_Ug.
_om mulcher i_ug in a safe place.
• Youcan nowinslal calcherorolXional
Clil_ de_lec_.
• To m_m_omu_t_ _,_
muncher
pluginlodischarge
openingof
motto. Be sure all tabs are seated
propedy.
Lower handle
MuU_rp_
&CAUTION: Do not runyour lawn mower
wittmut.rnuJcher plug in place or approved
dipping deflectoror grass catcher in place.
Never attemptto operate the lawn mower
withthe mar door removed or propped
Op_1Q
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KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER
READTHISOWNER'S
MANUALAND
SAFETYRULESBEFOREOPEI:_TING
YOURLAWN
MOWER.Compare
theiL_'b"atJons
wi_yourlawnmowertofamilarizeyourself
withthe
locationofvariouscontrolsandadjustments.
Savethismanualforfuturereference.
_
symbolsmayappem'onyourlain1motor or In _
U_ro mmtxj.
CAUTION
ENGINE
OR WARNING
ON
ENGINE
OFF
FAST
_0qplbd wilhll_el=Odu_ I._m md mdlerstmd
SLOW
CHOKE
Engine zone controlcable
\
FUEL
OIL
DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY
Operator presence controlbar
Drive controllever
Starter handle
Handle knob
Grasscatcher
Mulcher plug
Gasoline cap
Primer
Housing
Engine oil
cap w/
dipstick
Wheel adJUSter
(oneachwheel)
MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENT8
Seam rota,'ywalk-behind power lawn mowem co_on-n to g-_es_detystandards of the An'_dcan
NaUor_
Standards
k_tuZeandU_e
U.S.Consum_
Product
Saf_y_.
rums
when
U'm
ermine
isn_ng.
TheUade
Operator IXeSence _,ndlml bar -must be
Drive control lever - used to engage power-
beJddowntogle haxle toslarttheengine.
_
for_a_lrnotion
of lawnrnower.
Mulcherplug- mustberemoved
toconvert
to
RCease
tostoptheen_ne.
zx_g orcr_'_w_ng
operauoN.
_
- puml_ addllional fuel from the
cazburetorto 1hecy_r
for use when stading
a€oldeng_e.
s_
_-
md forsZa_g_ _jne.
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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 adjustments or
repairs. We recommend a wide vision
safety mask over spectacles, or standard
safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
TO A'FrACH GRASS CATCHER
• Qosethen_d. R_ M mustbedosed
while opemlJng lawn rnower_
• Liftthe rear door on the mower housing and
place tbe grass cstcher frame onto the
formed tabs on the rear dcor hinge brackst.
• The grass catcher is secursd to b_e lawn
moworhousing
whenthereardooris
lowered onto the grass catcher frame.
&CAUTION:
Do not run your lawn mower
without dipping deflector or approved
grass catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear door
removed or propped open.
ENGE_E SPEED
The engine speed was set at the factory
for optimum performance. Speed _s not
adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
Hinge
Rear door
ACAUTION:
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
Grass catcher
frame
Formed
tabs
requires
theoperator
tobepos_
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
behind the lawn mower handle to start and
operate the lawn mower.
TO ADJUST CUTnNG HEIGHT
• Raise wheels for low cut and lower whsels
for high cut.
• Adjust cuttingheight to suit your requira-
• To remove grass cstcher, retease operator
presence control bar to stop engine.
• Ult up rear door and remove the grsss
catcher
bytbehanae.
NOTE:
Do not drag the bag when
emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.
ments.Medumpos_onis bestformost
lawns.
• Tochange
cutUng
he_htsquseze
_r
lever foward wheel Move wbeel op or
down to su_ your rsquimmen_. Be sure aJl
wheeis are In lhe sarne sst_ng,
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned
when plato tab inserts into hole in lever,
Also,9-positionadjusters(if so equipped)
allow lover to be positioned between the
plate tabs,
Rate Tab
Lower Wheels for _
Ra_
_r-,L=
Wheels forLow Cut
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GAS
DRIVECONTROL
• F'lfue_tanl_Usehlesh,dean,regular
• Self-propelling
is controlledby holding
unleaded gasoine fidh a _
of 87
theoperatorpresencecontrolbarclown
octane.
D
onom_
oZ
v_lh
0asoine.
to thehandleandpushingthe drive
control lever forward until it dicks; then
release 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 control disengages. Hold
operator presence control bar down to
handle to continue mowing without selfpropelling.
• To keep drive control engaged when
turning comers, push down on handle
and lift front wheels off ground while
turning lawn mower.
Ol_mtor presence conUo4bar
'_
Drive
conu_
Purchase fuel in quanmk_ Ihat can be used
._hin 30 daysto assure [ueifreshness.
WARNING: _
ir,ci_
or me0_
can attract _re
Drive control
oonv_
d_nga_d
which leacls
toseparaUcm
andfommUon
ofacUs_x_g
storage.Aci_ gascandarnagetheluel
symm c_anenginewMe insUxaoe.Toavoid
er_noproUem_
_hefu_s,_temshoedbe
envied beam stora_ d 30daysorkx_0er.
Dlainthe0as tank,startthe en0m and leti
run unil_'_e luel lines and cadxn'etor are
empty. Use lresh luel next season. See
$tora0eir,_
lot ad_
k'lfom_Jon.
Never use engine or cad)uteri" deaner
i:xoducts in the fuel tank or pennanent
dama0e mayoccu_
En0ine oil cap
To engage drive
b"_ .!_t:daot
Uended
fu_ (adedgaso_orus_ge_nd
Gasoline li_
cam
BEFORE
STAFmNG
ENGaNE
OIL
Your lawn mower is shipped wilhout oi in Ihe
TO START BNGIq_
en_ne.
• Tos_t a c_den0_e,pushpdmer
Uve(S)
• Be sure rnower ts level and area arotmd oi
fll is dean.
_es be_e U,/ingto sta_ Use a rumpush,
Thisstep is notusua_ necessmy._en
• P,_veenumoZcapandmto_Urme
sm_g aneng_ whlchhasalreadyrunfor
onu_
• Use20ozs.of oil. Fortypeandgradeo_oi
a few rninum.
• Hold _
to use, see "ENGINE" in IVl_ntenance
sec_on of _s manual.
presence
contrd bar down to
thehardeandpu_starterharde quic_y.
Do not allow starter rope to snap back.
• Pour oil sk)wly. Do not over lilL
• Chec_levelbefomeachuse.
Addoili
needed. RII to _11line on cSpsti_
• To read proper levet, lighten engine oil cap
each lime.
• Tostopee0m, r_ease opemtorpe_sence
control bar.
NOTE: Incooler weather it may be
necessary
to repeat priming steps.
In
warmerweather over pdmin0 may cause
• P.einsta,
en0_ne
oi capand,O_ten.
flooding and engine wifl not start. If you do
flood engine, wait a few minutes before
attempting to start and do not repeat
priming steps.
• Changetheo_afl_ evely25hoursof
operation or each season. You may need
tochangetheoi moreo_enunderdusty,
c_rty
condmons.
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_OWING
TIPS
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. It
may also be necessary to reduce ground
speed and/or run the lawn mqwer over
the area a second time.
For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut by overlapping previously cut
path and mow slowly.
For better grass bagging and most
cutting conditions, the engine speed
should be set in the fast position.
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 a trail of'clippings is left on the right
side of a rear discharge mower, mow in a
clockwise direction with a small overlap
to collect the clippings on the next pass.
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 catcher off
with water and let dry before using.
Keep top of engine around starter clear
and clean of grass clippings and chaff.
This will help engine air flow and extend
engine life.
MULCHING
MOWING
TIPS
IMPORTANT: For best ll_erfo_,
keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. See "Cleaning" in Maln[enanca section
of this manual.
• The special mulching blade will recut the
grass clippingsmany Umes and reduce
them in size so that as they fall onto the
lawn they w111
disperse into the grass and
not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will
blodegrade quiddy to provide nutrientsfor
the lawn. Always mulch with your highest
engine (blade) speed as this willprovide the
best recuttingaction of the blades.
• Avoid cuttingyour lawn when it is weL Wet
grass tends to form dumps and interferes
with the mulching action. T_ best lime 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.
• For best resuits, adjust the lawn mower
cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts
off only the top one-third of the grass blades.
Ifthe lawn is overgrown it will be necessary
to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of mulched
grass. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut by overlapping
previously cut path and mow slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass conddJons
may require that an area be mulched a
second time to completely hide the
dippings.Whendoinga secondcut,mow
across or perpendicular to the first cutpath.
• ChangeyourcuWng
patternfromweekto
week. Mow north to south one week then
change to east to west the next week. This
will help prevent matting and greJningof the
lawn.
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MA,NTENANCESC.EDULE
FILL IN DATES
___,,,,_o"._._"_J_" G_,/^ _u/__ _
_,_,/c.,_u_
DATES
Check forLoose Fasteners
CleanlinspantGrass Catcher
l/
I,/
M cleanLawnMower
O
(Power.Propelled
Clean Under DriveMowers)
Cover
!/
Check ddve belt/pulleys
li/
RE (Power-PropelledMowers)
Check/Sharpen/ReplaceBlade
LubricationChart
CleanBattery/Rasberge
IE_c st_ Mow_I
NEc_ F_J_o, L_t
ChangeEngleeOa
?
I/
I_
v'
_',
I_1
clean
Air Rller
InspectMuffler
_
N Replace
clean er Air
Replece
Spad( Plug
FilterPaperCerlddge
GENERAL
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RECOMMENDATIONS
LUBRICATION
The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain mower as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.
(_ Wheel
adjuster
CHART
(_) Engine
oil
• Once a year, replace the spark plug,
replace air filter element and check
blade for wear. A new spark plug and
clean/new air filter element assures
Brake
sprig
(_) Rear door brack_
proper air-fuel mixture and helps your
engine run better and last longer.
• Follow the maintenance schedule in this
manual.
BEFORE EACH USE
(_ Handle bracket
mountingpin
hinge
(_) Referto Maintenance"ENGINE"
sec_on.
• Check engine oil level.
• Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
IMPORTANT:
Do not oUor grease plasl_
_ee_ bea_ngs.
_4scous
Uxicar__"_attract
Keep unit well lubdcated (See "LUBRICATION CHART').
dustanderr_atw=shor_ther_eo__e s_f
u_o_ngbea_ngs,
ffyouf_ theymust
be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite
10
typetubdcant
spa_nCy.
PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
917.377543
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
-IORSEPOWER:
6.5
31SPLACEMENT:
11.5 CU. IN.
GASOLINE
1.25 QUARTS
CAPACITY/TYPE:
UN5LEADED
OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):
REGULAR
SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY:
20 OZS.
SPARK PLUG (GAP:
.030")
CHAMPION
VALVE CLEARANCE:
SOLID'STATE
RJ19LM OR J19LM
INTAKE:
.004 - .008
EXHAUST:
.004 - .008
IGNITION
AIR GAP:
.0125 IN.
BLADE BOLT TORQUE:
35-40 FT. LBS.
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the roar of the
lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space
provided above.
LAWN MOWER
objectsand other hazards that may cause
clockwise.
• Remove blade and attaching hardware
(bolt, lock washer and hardened
washer).
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.
tirodamage.
TO REPLACE BLADE
Always obselve safety rules when performing
any maintenance.
TIRES
• Keep tires froe of gasoline, oil, or insect
controlchemicals which can haml rubber.
• Avoidstumps,
stones,
deapruts,sharp
BLADE CARE
For best results, mower blade must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
TO REMOVE BLADE
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with spark plug.
•Tum
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.
• Protect your hands with gloves and/or
wrap blade with heavy cloth.
• Remove blade bolt by turning counter-
• Position the blade adapter on the engine
crankshaft. Be sure key in adapter and
crankshaft keyway are aligned.
• Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.
• Be sure the trailing edge of blade
(opposite sharp edge) is up toward the
engine.
• Install the 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.
• The recommended tlghteniqg torque is
35-40 ft. Ibs.
11
IMPORTANT:Bladeboltis grade8 heat
treated.
TOSHARPEN 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 attempt
to sharpen while on the mower.
• To check blade balance, drive a nail into
a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of
the straight nail exposed. Place center
hole of blade over the head of the nail.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in
a horizontal position. If either end of the
blade moves downward, sharpen the
heavy end until the blade is balanced.
Blade
Crank shaft
keyway
• 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 d_ive wheels do not
turn freely, contact your nearest
authorized service center.
GEAR CASE
• To keep your drive system working
properly, the gear case and 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 filled with lubricant to
the proper level at the factory. The only
time the lubricant needs attention is if
service has been performed on the gear
case.
• If lubricant is required, use only Texaco
Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No.
750369. Do not substitute.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Blade
Crank
shaft
bolt
Lock
washer Hardened edge
washer
Use only high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF, SG or
SH. Selectthe oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
temperature.
SAE VkSCOSITYGP,_J_S
Blade
adapter
GRASS CATCHER
• ThegrasscatchermaybehosedwHh
water, but must be dry when used.
• Check your grass catcher orion for damage
or deterioration. Through normal use it will
wear. ncatcherneedsrapladng,replace
only wi_ a manufacturer approved
replacement catcber. Give the tawn mower
model number when ordering.
DRIVE WHEELS
Check front drive wheels each time before
you mow to be sure they move freely.
The wheels not tuming freely means trash,
grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive wheel
area and must be cleaned to free drive
wheels;
If necessary to clean the drive wheels,
check both front wheels.
• Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and
washers.
• Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.
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 oH.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in
one year.
Check the crankcase o'd level before
starting the engine and after each five
(5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil
plug securely each time you check the
oil level.
12
TOCHANGEENGINE
OIL
NOTE: Beforetippinglawnmowerto drain
oil,drainfueltankby runningengineuntil
fuel tank is empty.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug
and place wire where it cannot come in
contact
withspark
plug.
• Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a dean
surface.
• Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and
drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn
mower back and forth to remove any oil
trapped inside of engine.
• W'_oeoff any spillad oil on lawn mower and
on side of engine.
• Fill engine wi_ oil. Fill only to _ "FULL"
line on the crq0etick.DO NOT oveditl.
• Replace engine oilcap.
• Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
\
Container
AIR RLTER
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. Do not wash air filter.
TO CHANGE
AIR FILTER
• Remove the air filter by turning clockwise to the stop and pull away from
collar.
• Remove filter from inside of cover,
• Clean the inside of the cover and the
collar to remove any dirt accumulation.
• Insert new filter into cover.
• Put air filter Cover and filter into collar
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace cog_led muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make
your engine start easier and mn better. Set
spark
&,CAUTION:
Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
• Tum 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.
• Clean engine oftan to keep trash from
accumulating. A dogged engine runs hotter
and shortens engine life.
• Keap finished surfaces and wheels free d
all gasoline, oil,etc.
• We de not recommend using a garden
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filterand
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened
engine life.
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.
aligning the tab with the slot.
• Push in on cover and turn counterclockwise to tighten.
Collar
Tum
to
Remove
Slot
Air Filter
Tab
Air Filter
Cover
gapat .030inch.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT:
For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean the underside of your mower
after each use.
Tum
CounterClockwise to
Tighten
13
ACAUTION:
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 CLrI'nNG HEIGHT
See "tO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the
Operation seclion of this
manual.
REAR DEFLECTOR
• The rear deflector, attached between the rear
wheels of your lawn mower, is provided to
minimize the possibilitythat objectswill be
thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the
operators mowing position. If the rear
deflector becoFl_
"
damaged, it shouldbe "
replaced
TO REMOVE/REPLACE
DRIVE BELT
• Remove the
•rope guide from the
upper handle
• Remove hairpin cotters
• Disconnect the lower handle from the
handle brackets.
•Tum the handle over and reassemble the
hairpin cotters that have been removed.
• Reassemble the starter rope guide.
• Reassemble the controlsand the operator
presence control ber to the upper handle.
&CAUTION:
The operator presence
control bar must pivot freely to permit
blade brake engagement when control bar
is released. Do not over tighten the
fasteners holding the controls to the upper
handle.
• To change from medium low to high
positiononly _ upper handle section will
have to be turned over.
• To change from rnedium low to low position,
only the lower handle section will have to be
turned over.
• Remove drive cover. Remove belt by
pushing down on gear case pulley and roll
belt off
• Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor
and fuel cap up.
• Remove blade.
• Remove debds shield
• Remove belt from engine pulley on
crankshaft.
• Install new belt by reversing above steps.
• Always use factory approved belt to assure
fit and long life.
o.ve
Shippingposition
Medium low
mhigh
\
OW
Belt _
Push
down f
TO ADJUST HANDLE
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
sectbns will have to be fumed over.
• Remove the cable dips.
• Remove the controlsand operator presence
control bar from the upper handle.
Lower handle
Squeeze to
remove
Hairpin clip
14
Handle
bracket
ENGINE 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 runningtoo fast
or too slow,take your lawn mower to an
authorized service center for repair and
adjustment.
CARBURETOR
Your carburetor has a non-adjustablefixed
main jet for mixture control. If your engine
does not operate propedy due to suspected carburetor problems, take your
lawn mower to an authorized service
center for repair and/or adjustment.
Sewn
Tubular frame
Sewn hem
herp
lid
Lowerframe
(Frames
must be
fut_i
seated)
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
• Insert leg of tubular frame through front
opening of grass catcher and thread
frame into sewn hem of bag.
NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the
straight leg of the tubular frame.
• When frame comes out the other end of
!
sewn hem. immediately work the end of
frame down inside the bag as shown in
inset,
• 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.
• Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold
them in warm water for a few minutes. If
Tubular frame
Lower frame handle
bag gets wet, let it dry before using.
• Close the flip lid. Rip lid must be closed
while operating lawn mower.
&,CAUTION:
Do not run your lawn mower
without clipping deflector or approved
grass catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear door
removed or propped open.
15
controlbar
Immediately
prepare
yourlawnmower for
handle
storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit
will not be used for 30 days or .more.
Fold forward
for storage
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a period
of time, clean itthoroughly,remove all dirt,
grease, leaves, etc. Store in a dean, dry area.
• Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this manual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
• Be sum that ail nuts, belts, screws, and pins
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightlybefore painting.
HANDLE
You can fold your lawn mower handle for
storage.
• Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower
handle toward each other untilthe lower
handle clears the handle bracket, then
move handle forward.
• Loosen upper handle mounting belts
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 oryou any damage the
controlcables.
• When setting up your handle from the
storage position,the lower handle will
automatically lock into_ mowing position.
Fold
backward
Mowingposition
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent gum
deposits from formingin essential fuel system
parts such as carburetor,f fuel filter,fuel hose
or tank during storage. Also, 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.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel
lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
productsin the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
aitemative in minimizingthe formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to
gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always fellow the mix ratiofound on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizerto
reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas
tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
Lower
handle
Squeeze tofold
bracket
Hairpin
cotter
16
ENGINE
OIL
Drainoil 0Nithengine warm) and replace with
IfpossUe, storeyourunitindoorsand cover
_to_ivepretecuon
f_om
d_ and_
dean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the
Maintenance sectlen of this manual)
CYMNDER
• Cover your unitwith a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Donot
use plastic. Plestic cannot breathe which
allows condensaUonto form and will cause
your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
engine and exhaust areas are slillwarm.
ACAUTION:
Never store the lawn mower
with gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
• Remove
spark
p_g.
• Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark
plugholeintocyr_er.
• PuWstarter handle slowly a few times to
distribute oil.
• Replece with new spark plug.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to
ano_r.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can stads
to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will
caLISe problems.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Doesn_start
CHART
CAUSE
CORRECTION
• Dirty air filter.
• Out of fuel.
• Stale fuel.
• Clean/replace air filter.
• RII fuel tank.
• Drain tank and reBIwith
fresh clean fuel.
• Drain fuel tank and
casburetorand refilltank
• Water infuoi,
with fresh gasoline.
• Sparkp_gwireis
• Connectwiretoplug.
• Badspark
p_g.
• Replace
spark
plug,
• Looee blade or brokan blade
• T_htenbledeboitor
replace
bladeadapter.
adapter,
• Control bar in released
posen,
• Depress
cont_herto
handle.
• Control bar defec_ve.
17
- ReplaceconVolbar.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
CAUSE
PROBLEM
• Rearoflawnmowerhousing
Lossof power
orcuttingbladedragging
inheaWgrass.
• Set to "H'_her Cut"
potion.
=t
• Cutting too much grass.
• Set to 'Higher Cut"
position.
• Dirty air filter.
• Buildup of grass, leaves,
end trash under mower.
• ClearVreplace
• Too much oil in engine.
• Waiking speed too fast.
Poor cut - uneven
CORRECTION
•Wom,
bent or loose blade.
• Wheel heights uneven.
airflltor.
• Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Check oillevel.
• Cut at slowar waiking
speed.
• Repasebk_de.'r_nte_
blade boil
• Set all wheels at same
hekjht
Excessive
vibration
• Bul_p of grass, leaves
end trash under mowar.
• Cleen underside of
• Worn, bent or loose blade.
• Replace blade. T_jhten
blade bolt.
• Contact an authorized
service center.
• Bunt engine crankshaft.
Startar rope hard
to pull
• Engine flywheel brake is on
when controlbar is released.
• Bent engine crankshaft..
• Bade adapter broken.
• Blade dragging in grass.
mowarhousing.
• Depress control bar to
upper handle before
pullingstarter rope.
• Contact an authorized
service center.
• Replace blade adapter.
• Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface
to startengine.
Grass catcher
not filling ('ifso
equipped)
Hardto push
• Cuttingheighttoolow.
• Lifton blade wornoff.
• Catchernotventingair.
• RaL_e
cut,ng
h_ght
• Grass is too high or v/neel
height is too low.
• Rear of lewn mower
• Paisecutting
haight.
housing or blade dragging
in grass.
• Grass catcher too full.
housing one (1) seffing
higher.
• Empty grass catcher.
• Handleheightposition
not
• Adjust
handle
hoig_to
r_htforyou
• Replace blade.
• Clean grass catcher.
• Raise rear of lewn mower
suit.
18
ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377543
GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511
17
14
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
I
17490416
2
3
4
6
137055X004
137053
57072
48373
7
-8
77881
137051
DESCRIPTION
Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x
1-1/4
Engagement Bracket
Shifter
Seal
GearCase Halves lot
(IncludesKey Nos. 4, 5,
and 7)
Beating
Worm Shaft
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
137074
57079
131484
700343
86447
137050
750436X
750369
12000003
850848
81585X004
NOTE: All component dimensions given
in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm
37
DESCRIPTION
Drive Shaft
Hardened Wesher
Clutch Yoke
Bushblg
Plug
Helical Gear
ClutchJaw
Grease
E-Ring
H_Pro Key
SpringBracket
ROTARY
LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER
917.377543
13
27
28
12
41
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
1
2
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
20
22
23
25
27
28
165451X479
156577
150425
66426
136376
145793
151023
128415
150050
8TD512505
77400
156374X479
700365X479
1331gOX479
140661)(479
63601
140540
85543
87677
83923
151158
14_'48
62335
1459_LSXO04
701037
700331X004
146630
700325X007
150078
151512X479
151511X479
30
31
32
34
35
37
39
40
DESCRIFqlON
Upper Handle
EngineZone ControlCable
Mulcher Plug
WireTie
Handle Knob
ControlBar
Rear Door Kit
Pop Rivet
Self Tapping Screw #10-24 x 5/8
Hex Tspping Screww/Seres 114-20x 1/2
•Hubcap
Back Plate
Side Baffle
DischargeBeffie
Baffle
Kepa Locknut 1/4-20
Rear Skirt
Engine Pulley
Hi-Pro Key #505
Hex Flange Nut
Wheel
ShoulderB_t 3/8-16 x 1
BeUevllleWasher
/ude Ann
Selector Knob
Selector Sprig
Spacer
Wheel AdjustingBracket
Thread Cutting Screww/serns 5/16-18 x 3/4
Hand_ Bncket AsNmbly (Left)
Ha_e Omd_ _mb_y (FUght)
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
41
44
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
55
56
57
58
59
61
62
150406
161769
851514
157101
851074
850263
851084
165548
85463
751592
88652
51793
157081X479
131959
132001
134612
64
°o.°..
---
161058
166080
917.377543
DESCRIP'nON
Hex Head Thread RollingScrew 5/8-16 x 1-1/8
Lawn Mower Housing(Incl. Key #14, 15, 51)
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 1-3/5 Gr. 8
FrontBaffle
Danger Decal
Locknut 3/8-16
HingeScrew 1/4-20x 1-1/4
HairpinCotler
Lower Handle
HandleBolt
Rope Guide
Debris Shield
Engine - (See Breakdown)
Tecumseh Model No.143.996510
Warning Decal (Not Shown)
Owner'sManual (English/Spanish)
Availableaccessories not includedwith lawn mower:
-71 33303
Clipping Deflector
-.
71 33623
Gas Can (2.5 gal.)
-71 33500
Fuel Stabilizer
-71 33300
SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)
-71 33417
DustShield
-71 33316
Mower Cover
-71 33723
High Wheel Kit
ROTARY
LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER
917.377543
11
14
ROTARY
ill
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
1
3
4
S
6
8
9
11
12
13
14
15
16
18
26
145755
7Sli r:Q
158755
146527
150495
77400
148212
151156
12000058
137054
88080
88118
67725
701037
143e03
LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER
DESCRUrnON
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
917.377543
DESCRIPTION
Con_o_Cable AI_
Lodmut#10-24
Psn Held Maddne 8crew 114x 2.12
V-Belt
8pdng Retainer
Hubcap"
28
31
32
35
lS40QO
182010
1_17062
161821
DdveCover
Hex Flange Nut
Ddve Puhy
38
37
38
70Q_11
137000
(13_01
GearCm Ammbly
Assembly
Nut
s_ngs
ng
41
151EL10
E-FUng
S3
144747
Frlme
Pinion
Dult Cover
Felt Wuhet
Washer 1/2x 1-1/2 x .134
Sek_or Knob
Pin Head Tapping 8crow #10-24 x 2-3/4
54
55
57
166069
86012
144748
a_
AdjusterAssembly(RSght)
Tube
CRAFTSMAN
4-CYCLE
ENGINE
•.
MODEL NO. 143.996510
301
2OO
4OO
130
126
120
119
416
182,
125
19
186
1821i
2_
245
25O
42
CRAFTSMAN
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
1
2
6
7
12
12A
37266
26727
33734
36557
36775
36558
12B
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
30
40
36694
28277
30589
34839A
31335
651018
36281
32600
35801
40(_7
40028
41
40025
40(126
42
43
45
40006
40007
20381
36777
46
48
50
52
69
70
32610A
27241
36778
29914
35261
34311E
72
73
75
80
81
82
83
86
89
90
92
93
100
101
103
30572
28833
27897
30574A
30590A
30591
30588A
650488
611004
611112
650815
650816
344438
610118
651007
110
119
120
125
126
130
135
150
161
151A
37047
36787
36825
37288
37289
6021A
35.395
31672
31673
40017
4-CYCLE
ENGINE
MODEL NO. 143.996510
DESCRIPTION
Cylinder (|ncl. 2,20 & 150)
Dowel Pin
Breather Element
Breather ASS"/.(Incl.6 & 12A)
BreatherTube
BreatberCover & Tube (Incl.
12B)
BreatherTube Elbow
Washer
Governer Rod (incl. 14)
Governor Lever
Governor Lever Clamp
Screw, TorxT-15, 8-32 x 19/64"
ExtensionSpdng
O11Seal
Crankshaft
Piston0Pin & Ring Set (Std.)
Piston,Pin & Ring Set (.01(Y'
OS)
Piston& Pin Ass'y.(Std.) (Incl.
43)
Piston& Pin Ass'y.(.010" OS)
(Ind. 43)
Ring Set (Std.)
Ring Set (.010" OS)
PistonPM RetainingRing
ConnectlngRod Ass'y. (Incl.
46)
ConnectingRod BOR
Valve Lifter
Camshaft(MCR)
Oil PumpAss'y.
* MounUngFisnge Gasket
MounUngFlange (Ind. 72 thru
83,306)
Oil Drain Plug(Incl. 73)
Drain Plug Gasket
Oil Seal
Governor Shaft
Washer
Governor Gear Ass'y. (Ind. 81 )
Governor Spool
Screw, 1/4-.20x 1-114"
Flywheel Key
Flywheel
Bellevlb Washer
Flywheal NUt
Solid State Igni_on
Spark Plug Cover
Screw, TorxT-15,
10.24 x 15/16"
Ground Wire
" Cyllnde( Head Gasket
Cyftr,der Head
Exhaust Valve (Std.) (IncL 151)
Intske Valve (Std.) (IncL 151)
Somw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
Resistor Spark Plug(RJ19LM)
Valve Spring
Valve Spf_ Cap
Intake Valve Seal
43
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
169
172
174
178
182
184
36783
36784
30200
29752
6201
26756
185
186
189
191
195
207
216
223
224
238
239
241
245
250
260
261
262
263A
275
277
285
287
290
292
298
300
301
305
306
307
309
310
313
325
347
370A
370C
380
390
400
36785
32653
650839
36559A
610973
34336
33086
6504,51
36786
650932
34338
36919
36905
36_0
369e0
30_00
650831
36821
36790A
650988
35000A
650926
29774
26460
28763
36916
36246
35647
36996
35499
650562
35648
34080
37152
651038
36261
37199
640174
580739
36792B
416
36085
417
900
900
_1
----------
DESCRII_ON
" Valve Cover Gasket
Valve Cover
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Nut & LockWasher, 1/4-28
Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8"
* Cerbureto(To Intake Pipe
Gasket
Intake Pipe
GovernorLink
Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/8"
S.E. BrakeBracket(Incl. 195)
Terminal
ThroftleUnk
R.P.M. AdjustingLever
Screw, 114.20x 1"
• Intake Pipe Gasket
Screw, I0-32 x 49/84"
* Air Cleaner Gasket
Air Cleaner Collar
Air Cleaner FIItm
Air Qean_ COv_
Blower Houslng
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Screw, 1/4.20 x I/2"
Starter Grill
Muffler
Screw, I14.20 x 2-5/16"
Starter Cup
Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"
Fuel Line
Fuel Line Clamp
Screw, 10-32 x 35/64"
Fuel Tank (Incl.292 & 301)
Fuel Cap
Oil Ril Tube
° "O'-Ring
"O'-Ring
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"
Di_
Spacer
,Spdng
Screw, 10-32 x 51/64"
Lupdce_onDecal
PrimerDecal
Carburetor (Incl. 184)
Rewind Sterter
Gasket Set (IncL Items
Marked ")
SparkArrastorKit (lasL 417)
(Optional)
So'ew, 10.32 x 1/2" (Op_,ocel)
ReplacementEngine NONE
ReplacementS/B 750832A,
erder horn 71-999
RPM I!_gh2900 to 3200
NOTE: This englea ceuld have bean bulftwith 5907no
starter).
NOTE: Ail cemponent dlmer",_iorm
g_len In U.S. Indlas
I inch= 25A mm
CRAFTSMAN
4-CYCLE
ENGINE
MODEL NO. 143.996510
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CRAFTSMAN
4-CYCLE
ENGINE
MODEL NO. 143.996510
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
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640174
631615
631767
631184
631183
640070
650506
631807
651025
630766
640018
640053
631867
631024
632019
631028
631021
631022
36045A
640080
632766
632547
640175
27110A
630748
631027
631027
632760
Carburetor(Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List)
ThrottleShaft & LeverAssembly
ThrottleRetum Spdng
Dust Seal Washer
Dust Seal (Throttle)
ThrottleShutter
Shutter Screw
Fuel Fitting
Throttle Crack Screw/IdleSpeed Screw
TensionSpring
Idle Fl_lrl_
Screw
Idle Resll_l_ S_'_ Clip
Float
Float Shalt
Float
Float Bowl _ Ring
Inlet Needle, Sasl, & Clip {Incl.31)
SpringClip
Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring
Main Nozzle Tube
CarburetorTube
"O"Ring, MainNozzle Tube
High Speed Bowl Nut
Bowl Nut Washer
Welch Plug, Idle MixtureWell
Welch Plug, AtmosphericVent
Welch Plug
Repair kit (Ind. Items Marked *)
1
2
4
5
6
7
16
17
18
20
20A
25
27
28
29
30
31
35
36
36A
37
40
44
47
48
48A
60
•
•
*
*
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•
•
•
•
•
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CRAFTSMAN
4-CYCLE
ENGINE
MODEL NO. 143.996510
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13
KEY
NO.
--m
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
59O7O2
5905ggA
590600
590696
59O6O1
5,9O697
590698
59O699
59O70O
59O703
59O535
59O701
RecoilStarter
SpringPin(Ind.4)
Washer
Retainer
Washer
B_ke Spring
s_
Dog
DogSpring
Pul_ & Rew_ S_ng Ass',/.
HousingAss'y.(40 degreegrommet)
Startm"
Rope( 98"X 9/64"d_a.)
StarterHandle
46
CRAFTSMAN
4.-CYCLE ENGINE
MODEL NO. 143.996510
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12
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13
roll
KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
_n
3
6
7
8
590739
59074O
590616
590617
590618A
11
59O638
12
59O535
13
14
590701
59O76O
DESCRIPTION
Rewind Starter
Retainer
StarterDog
Dog,Sp_ng
Puney& P,e_nd
springAss'y
Starter HousingAss'y
(4Odegree grommet)
Starter Rope (Length
98" x 9/64" d_.)
Stalter Handle
Slx_ C_
47
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a
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a
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