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MODEL
917.377340
o Assembly
- Operation
• Customer
,,....
Responsibilities
• Service
• Adjustments
. Repair_Parts
Cautiom
Read and FollOW
__,_
all Safety Rules _,_
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
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02.11.97
REV.1 VBL
OWNER'SMANUAL
SAFETY
RULES
Practices for
Walk-Behind
Safe Operation
Mowers
IMPORTANT:
THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING
HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING 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 IS
EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
TRAINING:
o
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 allow adults
to use mower without proper instructions.
•
Do not change the governor settings or overspeed
engine. Engine damage or personal injury may result.
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Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially
small children and pets.
o
Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the er_gine,
safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required.
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Use mower only as the manufacturer
scribed in this manual.
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Do not run the engine indoors.
ous,
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Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in
any manner. Always have damage repaired before using
your mower.
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Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended
by the manufacturer.
Use of such attachments may be
hazardous.
Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. Mow
across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might
tose 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.
intended and as de-
The blade turns when the engine is running.
MAINTENANCE
PREPARATION:
,
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 worn bags. Use only replacement bags that are
recommended by and comply with specifications of the
manufacturer of your mower.
Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fil! 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.
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Mow only in daylight or good artificia! light.
AND STORAGE:
o
Dress properly.
Do not operate mower when barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good
traction when mowing.
*
Exhaust fumes are danger-
Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be
sure they are tightened properly.
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.
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the
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Always keep a sharp blade on your mower.
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Allow engine to cool before storing 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.
OPERATION:
Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being
cut. Do not tel other interests distract you.
tant safety
precautions,
it means
Look for this BECOME
symbol to ALERTI!t
point out imporCAUTION!!t
YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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,
'
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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 material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it.
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Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing 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,
J
_sconnect
spark plug
,_
w_p
r_w_hreie tcannot contact
_
spark p_to
prevent accidental
_
start_,ing
up, transporting,
..... adjusting or making repairs.
& WARNING &
The engine exhaust from this product
contains
chemicals known to the State of Californiato
cause
cancer,
2
birth
defects,
or other
reproductive
harm,
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FELICITACIONES porlacompra de su segadora Sears Craftsman.
Ha sido diseSada, planificada y fabdcada para dade la mejor
confiabilidad y el mejor rendimiento posibfes.
En el caso de que se encuentre con eualquier problema que no
pueda solucionar fAcitmente, haga et favor de ponerse en contacto con su Centro/Departamento
de Servicio Sears m_s cercano.
Sears cuenta con t_cnicos bien capacitados y competentes y con
las herramientas adecuadas para darle servicio o para reparar su
unidad,
ESPECIF!CACIONES
6.6
DESPLAZAMIENTO:
12.56 cu. in.
CAPACIDAD Y TIPO
DE GASOLINA:
t.5 Cuartos
TIPO DE ACEITE:
(API-SFiSG)
SAE 30 (sobre 32°F)
SAE 5W,30 (debaio 32°F)
CAPACIDAD
27 oz. de capacidad
REGULAR SIN PLOMO
....
Haga et favor de iee_y de guardar este manual. Estas instrucciones le permitir,_n montar y mantener su segadora en forma
adecuad a..Siempre observe las "REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD."
NOMERO DE
MODELO
DEL PRODUCTO
CABALLOS DE FUERZA:
BUJ[A:
(ABERTURA:
917.377340
DE ACEITE:
CHAMPION
RJ19LM
.030")
NOMERO DE
SERIE
TOLERANClA
VALVULA:
FECHA DE
COMPRA
ENCENDIDO DE
ESTADO SOL[DO
ABERTURA DE AtRE;
EL NOMERO DEL MODELO Y EL DE SERIE SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA CALCOMANIA ADJUNTA A LA PARTE TRASERA DE LA CAJA DE LA SEGADORA,
,,, ,,,,
DE
ADMfSlON:
DESCARGA:
.008"
.008"
.0125 in.
TORSION DEL PERNO
DE LA CUCHILLA:
35-40 FT. LBS. (PIES LIBRA)
DEBE REGISTRAR TANTO EL NOMERO DE SERIE COMO
LA FECHA DE COMPRA Y MANTENGALOS
EN UN LUGAR SEGURO PARA REFERENCIA EN EL FUTURO,
ACUERDO
DE MANTENIMIENTO
Este producto incluye un Acuerdo de Mantenimiento Sears. P6ngase en contacto con su tienda Sears m_s oercana para informarse sobre
los detaties.
RESPONSABILIDADES
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DEL CLIENTE
Lea y observe ]as reglas de seguridad.
Siga un programa regular de mantenimiento, cuidado y uso de su segadora.
Siga tas instrucciones descritas en ]as secciones "Responsabilidades det Cliente" y "Almacenamiento"
GARANT[A
LHMITADA DE DOS ANOS PARA LA SEGADORA
A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN
Pot dos (2) afios, a partir de Ia fecha de compra
instrucciones para la operaci6n y el mantenimiento
mano de obra.
Si la Segadora Craftsman
de la fecha de compra,
Esta Garant[a no cubre:
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de este Manual del Due_o.
cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga lubrique y afine seg_n las
en et manual det duefio, Sears reparar& gratis todo defecto en el material y la
se usa para fines comerciales o de arriendo, esta garant[a s6fo se aplica por noventa (90) d[as a parlir
Art[culos que se desgastan durante el uso normal tales como las cuchiilas segadoras rotatorias, los adaptadores de la cuchilla,
las correas, los fiftros de aire y las buj[as.
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Reparaciones necesarias debido al abuso o a ta negligencia del operadorl incluy_,ndose a los cig(_efiales doblados y a la falta
de mantenimiento del equipo segQn las instrucciones que se incluyen en el manual del dueSo.
EL SERVIClO DE GARANT[A ESTA DtSPONtBLE AL DEVOLVER LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN AL CENTROi
DEPARTAMENTO
DE SERVlCtO SEARS M,_S CERCANO EN LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS ESTA GARANTiA SE APLCA
SOLAMENTE MtENTRAS EL PRODUCTO ESTE EN USO EN LOS ESTADOS UN1DOS.
Esta Garantia le otorga derechos tegales especfficos, y puede que tambi_n tenga otros derechos que vat[an de estado a estado.
SEARS,
ROEBUCK
AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN
3
ESTATES,
ILLINOIS
60179
TA
REGLAS
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DE
SEGUR_DAD
.........................
IAS
LA
_ .........
_ ........
PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTO ...................... .o.o12
SERVIClO Y AJUSTES ...............................................
16
ALMACENAMtENTO ...................................................
!7
tDENTIFICAC|ON DE PROBLEMAS ........................... 18
PARTES DE REPUESTO .................. VEA EL MANUAL
iNGLES DEL L3UENO
ORDEN DE PARTES/SERVIC!O ................................ 20
2
ESPECtF|CACIONES
DEL PRODUCTO
......................
3
RESPONSABILiDADES
DEL CLIENTE ............ 3, 12-!5
GARANTiA
....................................................................
3
MONTAJE ...................................................................
6-7
OPERACION
............................................................
8-11
iNDICE
A
Especificaciones
Ajustes:
Altura de corte ................................ 9
Altura del mango .......................... t6
Carburador ...................................
t6
Vetocidad del motor ....................... 9
Almacenamiento .................................
t7
Filtro de Aire:
Servicio ........................................
Arranque det motor .............................
O
E
Aceite:
Almacenamiento .......................... t 7
Motor ..............................................
9
Acuerdo de mantenimiento ................. 12
10
...................................
3
F
t5
G
Garantia ................................................
3
Opciones:
Accesorios ......................................
P
Parada del motor ..................................
Programa de mantenimiento.
15
Lubricaci6n:
Motor ............................................
Segadora .....................................
t4
t2
C
Combustible:
Almacenamiento.
......................... 17
Capacidad ....................................
I0
Tipo ..............................................
10
Control de la velocidad:
Motor ..............................................
8
Controles:
Barra de control que exige la
presencia deI operador ................. 8
Control de la impulsi6n .................. 8
Control de la velocidad del motor .. 8
Control de la zona del motor .......... 8
Consejos para segar ...........................
Cuchitta:
Afilamiento ...................................
Cambio .........................................
11
.............. 12
L
B
Bujfa ....................................................
5
Operaci6n:
Barra de control que exige la
presencia del operador .................. 8
Control de la impulsi6n .................. 8
Control del motor ............................ 8
11
13
13
M
Mango:
Ajuste ...........................................
18
Montaje .......................................
6-7
Montaje ..............................................
6-7
Motor:
Almacenamiento .......................... 18
Arranque ......................................
11
Cambio de aceite .......... ;............... t4
Filtro de aire ................................. !5
Nivet de aceite ............................. 14
Parada ..................................... _.. 11
Tipo de aceite .............................. 14
N
Niveles de corte ....................................
4
9
R
Reglas de seguridad ............................. 2
Responsabitidades del Cliente .- 3, 12-15
Buj[a .............................................
15
Cuidado de la cuchiildcambio
..... 13
Filtro de aire .................................
15
Lubricaci6n ....................... ............ 12
Motor ............................................
15
S
Servicio y Ajustes:
Carburador ....................................
Control de impulsi6n ....................
Mango ..........................................
Pr0tecci6n contra Ia descarga .....
Velocidad del motor .....................
16
16
16
16
16
Tabia para la identificaci6n de
probfemas ..........................................
18
LAWN
ACCESSO
ES
,These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets
and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the mod el number of your lawn
mower, Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower,
AWN MOWER
PERFORMANCE
.......
CLIPPING DEFLECTOR
FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS
.....
MULCHER KITS
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
i
STABILIZER
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
GAS CANS
LAWN MOWER
MAINTENANCE
MUFFLERS
AIR FILTERS
SPARK PLUGS
z
BELTS
BLADES
BLADE ADAPTERS
5
WHEELS
ENGINE OIL
ASSE
BLY
Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety
before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn
mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the
factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled
for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you
assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct
tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. All parts
such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete
the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
UPPER HANDLE
LiFT UP
r_OWING
POSITION
LOWER HANDLE
TO RE_,_OVE LAWN MOWER FROM
CARTON
o
o
o
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FmGo 1
Remove loose parts inciuded with mower.
Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end
panel down flat.
Remove atl packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding
operator presence control bar to upper handle.
Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton
thoroughly for additional loose parts.
HOWTO SET UPYOUR
MOWER
TO UNFOLD
HANDLE:
HANDLE
PiN
J
/
\
LAWN
F_G, 2
(See Figs. t & 2)
t&_PORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS
NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES,
o Raise lower handle section to operating position and
squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle towards
each other until the pin in handle can be inserted into
one of the three height adjustment holes.
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Raise upper handle section to operating position, remove protective padding and tighten handle knobs
securely.
Remove any packing material from around control bar.
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Your handies may be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to Service and Adjustments section of this
manual
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3-POSITION
NDLE
ADJ USTMENT
BRACKET
BLY
TO CONVERT
MOWER
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a
mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging:
MULCHER
REAR BAGGING (See Fig. 3A) ,
Open rear door and remove mulcher plug.
mulcher plug in a safe place.
,
You can now install grass catcher.
Store
To convert to mulching or discharging operation, install
mutcher plug into rear discharge opening of mower,
making sure all tabs are seated properly.
SIDE DISCHARGING
*
(See Fig. 3B) -
FIG= 3A
Mulcher plug must be installed into rear discharge
opening of mower (see above instructions).
Unlock closed discharge guard by lifting tatch and allow
guard to swing open to discharging position.
o
Mower is now ready for discharging operation.
,
To convert to mulching or bagging operation, discharge guard must be closed and locked securely.
SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER
WHEN CONVERTING
FOR MULCHING
LIFT LATCH
TO UNLOCK
AND OPEN
YOUR LAWN MOWER
DISCHARGE GUARD
CLOSED POSITION
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°
Rear mulcher plug installed.
°
Side discharge guard closed and locked securely.
FOR REAR BAGGING o
OPEN POSITION
Rear mufcher ptug removed.
Grass catcher installe&
FiG. 3B
e
Side discharge guard closed and locked securely.
}=OR SIDE DISCHARGING ,
Rear mulcher plug installed.
w
Side discharge guard unlocked and open.
CAUTION:
Do not run your lawn mower
approved
catcher
in place,
without reargrass
mulcher
plug inplace
or
Never attempt to operate the lawn
mower with the rear door removed or
propped open.
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PLUG
OPERATIC
KNOWYOUR
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 controls and adjustments. Gave this
manual for future reference.
These symbols
their meaning.
may appear on your lawn mower or in literature
&
supplied
with the product°
Learn and _Jr_derstand
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CAUTION
ENGINE
OR WARNING
ON
ENGINE
OFF
FAST
SLOW
CHOKE
DRIVE CONTROLBAR
FUEL
OPERATOR
OIL
DANGER KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY
PRESENCE
DRIVE SPEED CONTROL
STARTER
LEVER
HANDLE
HANDLE
KN(
GRASS CATCHER
MULCHER
CONTROL, BAR
ENGINE OIL CAP WtDIPSTUCK
PLUG
GASOLINECAP
HOUSING
PF{IMER
WH EEL ADJ USTER
(ON EACH WHEEL)
FIG. 4
MEETS CPSC SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS
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 blade turns when the engine is running,
OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL- must be held down
to the handle to start the engine. Release to stop the
engine.
DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER - used to select the
drive speed of your lawn mower.
DR_VE CONTROL BAR - used to engage poweropropelted
forward motion of _awn mower.
MULCHER PLUG
must be removed
bagging or discharging operation.
to convert
to
PR_,/IIER- pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the
cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.
STARTER HANDLE * used for starting the engine.
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OP
ATIO
.......
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 the spectacles or standard safety
_. _"_
_
galsses,
HOWTO
ENGINE
_.
USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
SPEED
(See Fig, 5)
The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the
side of the engine. High (41_) position is for starting the
engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging, Low
(,_!_) position is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy.
ENGINE
ZONE
CONTROL
CAUTION: 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
•
Your lawn mower
ence control bar
positioned behind
operate the lawn
TO CONVERT
ENGINE SPEED
CONTROL
PRIMER
FiG. 5
REAR DOOR
GRASS
CATCHER
HANDLE
is equipped with an operator preswhich requires the operator to be
the lawn mower handle to start and
mower,
HANDLE
BRACKET '_
HOOK
MOWER
Your _awn mower was shipped ready to be used as a
mutcher. To convert to rear bagging or side discharging, .
see "TO CONVERT MOWER" in Assembly section of this
manual
FRAME SIDE
HOOK
FIG. 6
CAUTION: BEFORE ATTEMPTING
CONVERT MOWER:
o
Release control bar to stop engine,
,
Make sure the blade and all moving
parts have completely stopped.
TO ATTACH
°
TO
GRASS
CATCHER
/
GRASS CATCHER
FRAMEHANDLE
BAG
HANDLE
(SEE FiG. 6)
Lift the rear doorof the lawn mower and place the grass
catcher frame side hooks onto the handle bracket
hooks.
FIG. 7
The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower
housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass
catcher frame.
TO EMPTY GRASS
(SEE FIG.7)
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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
CATCHER
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d00rremoved, o_
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Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle.
o
Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn
mower handle,
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Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle and
bag handle.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying;
unnecessary wear.
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it will cause
OPERATIO
TO ADJUST
CUTTING
HEIGHT
GAS (See Fig. 1t)
(See Fig. 8)
,
Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut.
•
Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements.
dium position is best for most lawns.
,
Me-
To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. Move wheet up or down to suit your
requirements.
Be sure all wheels are in the same
setting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab
inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-position adjusters (if so
equipped) allow lever to be positioned between the plate
tabs.
GROUND
DRIVE
THREE
Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular un eaded
gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane, Do not mix oil
with gasoline. Purchase rue! in quantities that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness°
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 fuei
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storz
age of 30 days or !origen. Drain the fuel tank, start the
engine and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information°
Never use engine or
SPEEDS
(See Fig. 9)
LOWER WHEELS
PLATE TAB
FOR HIGH CUT
Your lawn mower provides three (3) speeds to let you select
the speed that suits you best.
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Speed 1 is for
ming.
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Speed 2 isfornormal grasscutting
or trimming,
o
Speed 3 isforlight
cutting
and forground transport.
TO OPERATE
StQW,
heavy/thick grass cutting or trim-
DRIVE
_'_
LEVER
RAISE WHEELS
SYSTEM
FOR LOW CUT
FIG. 8
(See Figs. 9 & 10)
o
Select ground speed by moving speed control lever to
desired position.
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To start forward motion, lift drive control bar up to
handle.
o To stop forward motion, release drive control bar.
IMPORTANT:
ALWAYS KEEP DRIVE CONTROL BAR
FULLY ENGAGED AGAINST HANDLE WHEN IN USE.
BEFORE
STARTING
DRIVE SPEED
CONTROL LEVER
ENGINE
OIL (See Fig. 11)
Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine.
o Be sure mower is ievel and area around oil fill is clean.
o
Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to the full line
on the dipstick.
Use 27 ozs, of oil. For type and grade of oi! to use, see
"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this
manual.
o
Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.
Check oil level before each use+ Add oil if needed. Fill
to fu!l line on dipstick,
,*
To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time.
,
Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
o
After the first two (2) hours of mowing, change the oil,
and every 25 hours thereafter,
You may need to
change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions.
FIG. 9
DRIVE CONTROL
ENGAGED
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
CONTROL
BAR
_X
DRIVE
CONTROL
DISENGAGED
FIG. 10
10
OP RATIO
GASOLINE
FILLER
CAP
ENGINE OtL CAP
W/DIPSTICK
MAX 1/3
FiG. 11
FIG. 12
TO START ENGINE
MULCHING
To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times before
trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usually
necessary when starting an engine which has already
run for a few minutes.
,
Push engine speed control lever to high (4)
,
Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle
and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter
rope to snap back.
•
To stop engine, release operator presence control bar,
IMPORTANT:
FOR BEST
PERFORMANCE,
KEEP
MOWER HOUSING
FREE OF BUILT-UP
GRASS AND
TRASH.
SEE
"CLEANING"
IN
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.
position.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat
priming steps, in warmer weather over priming may cause
flooding and engine will not start, if you do flood engine,
wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not
repeat priming steps.
,
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 into the 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 witl provide the best recutting action of the
blades.
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Avoid cutting your 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
wil! not be exposed to the direct sun.
,
For best 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. 12). If the 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.
MOWING TIPS
Under certain conditions, such as very tail 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
mower over the area a second time.
•
For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut
and raise the rear of the lawn mower housing one (t)
wheel adjuster setting higher than the front for better
discharge of grass.
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.
For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions,
the engine speed should be set in the fast (@) position.
o
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 grass clippings is left on the right side of a rear
discharge lawn mower, mow in a clockwise direction
with a small overlap to collect the clippings on the next
pass.
•
Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of
grass clippings and chaff. This wilt help engine airflow
and extend engine life.
MOWING TIPS
,
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
and let dry before using.
11
Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow
north to south one week then change to east to west the
next week. This will help prevent matting and graining
of the lawn.
CUSTOM
ESPONS
L
ES
MA_NTENANCESCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR
SERV!CE
Check
for Loose
Clean/Inspect
(if Equipped)
M1
OI
W1
SERVICE
DATES
Fasteners
Grass
Catcher
Clean Lawn Mower
Clean Under Drive Cover
Power_Propelled
Mowers)
Check drive belt/pulleys
PoweroPropefled
Mowers)
ChecWSharpen/Replace
Lubrication
Blade
Chart
Clean Battery/Recharge
Electric
Start
Check
Engine
Clean
Air Filte_
NI
Inspect
Clean
Muffler
or Replace
Spark
Plug
Air Filter
Paper
Cartridge
Replace
!
2
3
4
Oil Level
ine Oil
- Change more often when operating under a hea'w ' toad or in high ambient terr
- Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
-RepIace btades more often when mowing in sandy soil,
- Charge 48 hours at end of season,
GENERAL
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 fromthe warranty, operator must maintain
mower as instructed in this manual.
CHART
iWHEEL ADJUSTERS
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.
ENGINE OIL
o
,
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 proper air-fuel
mixture and helps your engine run better and last
longer.
Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.
BEFORE
o
o
EACH
USE
REAR
BOOR
HINGE
Check engine oil level.
Check for loose fasteners°
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well Iubricated (See "LUBRICATION
'(_
DRIVE PINIONS
DRIVE PINS
CHART")°
(_
SPRAY LUBRICANT
(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER
SECTION,
RESPONSIBILITIES
"ENGRNE"
_MPORTANT:
DO NOTOILOR
GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL
BEARINGS.
VISCOUS
LUBRICANTS
WiLL ATTRACT
DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
THE LIFE OF
THE SELF-LUBRICATiNG
BEARINGS,
iF YOU FEEL
THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED,
USE ONLY A DRY,
POWERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT
SPARINGLY,
12
CUSTO
RESPON
ILITIES
:LAWN MOWER
KEY
TIRES
•
,
Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber.
Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
,other hazards that may cause tire damage.
BLADE
CRANKSHAFT '
KEYWAY
BLADE
ADAPTER
Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
BLADE
CARE
For best results, mower
Replace bent or damaged
blade must be kept sharp.
blades.
TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. 13)
•
•
,
•
,,
•
SHAFT
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.
Turntawn mower on its side. Make sure airfilterand
carburetor are up.
Use: a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing
blade bolt.
HARDENED
WASHER
LOCK WASHER
BLADE
ADAPTER
FIG. 13
TO SHARPEN BLADE
Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade
with heavy cloth.
Remove blade bolt by turning counter-clockwise.
Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt, lock
washer and hardened washer).
Care should be taken to keep the blade ba!anced. An
unba!anced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn
mower or engine.
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.
TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig. 13)
•
#osition the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft.
Besure 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 tugs on the adapter.
Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp
edge) is up toward the engine.
•
Instal! the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened
washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.
o
Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower
housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.
,, The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. fbs.
IMPORI_ANT BLADE BOLT 1SGRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
you do, be sure the blade is balanced.
TRAILING
EDGE
°
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 orwal!.
Leave about one inch of the straight nai! 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.
GRASS
CATCHER
The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must
be dry when used.
Check your grass 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
model number when ordering.
blade - but if
13
CUSTO
DRI_E:,WHEELS
RESPON
IL
ENGINE
(See Fig. 14)
.....
Remove hubcaps and washers.
o
Remove wheels from wheel adjuster axles,
SAEVISCOSlTYGRADES
30 _
Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the
dust cover, pinion and/or drive wheel gear teeth,
-
°C
.30 _
.20"
TEMPERATURE
If you remove the drive pinions, clean and lubricate with
spray lubricant or dry powdered graphite type lubricant
before reinstalling.
.t0 _
RANGE
32°
40 ,
00
ANTICIPATED
_0_
BEFORE
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10WS0:dt_,}
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-visc0Stty0iiS
will resu t in ncreased o consumption when used above
32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently tOawid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.
....
Thepinion gear must be installed with the left gear on
the left side and with the right gear on the right side,
from an operator's view.
The pinion gear is stamped with an "L" (left) or "R"
(right) on the inside. If installed incorrectly, the drive
system will not work.
o
..
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API se_ide
classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating temperature,
,
If necessary to clean the drive wheels, check both rear
wheels.
o
•
LUBRICATION
Check rea:i:drive wheels each time you mow to be sure they
move freel,y. The wheels not turning freely means trash,
grass Cuttings, etc., may be inside the drive wheel and dust
cover area and must;be cleaned out to free drive wheels.
o
ES
Change the oil after the first two hours of operati0n and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawn
mower is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the ertgine.
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighter1 oil
plug securely each time you check the oil level.
Place wheels back on adjuster axles.
Replace washers and hubcaps.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15)
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel
tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.
•
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and 151a_,e
wire where t cannot come n con[act with sparN-plUg, :..
•
Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean sljRade,
DUS_COVER
PINION
HUB-CAP
-
Tip tawn mower on its side and drain oil into a sU[ta.bl_
container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to reme£e
any oil trapped inside of engine.
•
Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and Oh Stde 0f
engine.
Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line en the .
dipstick, DO NOT OVER FILL.
•
E-RING
Replace engine oil cap.
FIG. 14
•
Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
FIG. 15
14
C STOM
ESPONS
CLEANING
AIR FILTER
COVER
iMPORTANT:
FOR BEST
PERFORMANCE,
KEEP
MOWER HOUSING
FREE OF BUILT-UP
GRASS AND
TRASH,
CLEAN UNDERSIDE
OF MOWER
HOUSING
AFTER EACH USE.
COVER
SCREW
u
_.
_L _
HINGE
PAPER
FILTER
FIG. 16
,
AIR FILTER
,
Your engine wilt 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.
•
!
|
|
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.
Swing cover down and remove from hinge.
Pull 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
overtig hten).
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create afire
hazard and/or damage.
SPARK
CAUTION: Disconnect spark ptug wire
from sparkplug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
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.
Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A
clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life,
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
We do not recommend using a garden 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.
CLEAN
TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig, 16)
Loosen cover screw.
,
,
•
°
o
LITIES
PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make your engine
start easier and run better, Set spark plug gap at ,030 inch,
15
SE
_ _
_,
®
,
CE AN
ADJUSTMENTS
ORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR 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.
TO REMOVE!REPLACE
DRIVE
BELT
(See
Figs 17-18)
TO REMOVE BELT:
o
o
o
o
•
Place mower on side with carburetor up.
Rotate rear wheel to access rear skirt screw.
Remove rear skirt.
Use spring puller to remove spring from backptate.
Use long screwdriver to remove beetfrom transmission
pulley groove.
Pul! belt from engine pulley side and maneuver over
blade.
FtGo 17
TO iNSTALL BELT:
Maneuver belt around blade onto crankshaft.
/
o
Push belt into plastic baffle and onto engine pulley.
Use screwdriver to thread belt between cables and
transmission.
•
Use fingers to push belt into pulley groove.
o
o
Use spring puller to install belt tension spring.
lnstali rear skirt.
•
Return rear wheel to proper cutting position.
/"
UNHOOK
TO ADJUST
DRIVE
CONTROL
(See Fig. 19)
FIG, 18
The drive control cable is self-adjusting, adjustment is not
required. However, drive control cable self-adjustment
feature must be reset if:
o
Drive cable has been disconnected from the unit in any
manner.
o
Drive controI has been removed from handle.
Proceed as follows to reset drive control cable self-adjustment feature:
LOCK Ti/AB
•
,
o
DRIVE CABLE/"
Ensure that reassembty of drive control cable is complete.
Pull lock tab down and hold.
Rotate drive control bar to handle engaging
control then release lock tab,
drive
HiGH
MED
PIN
3-POSITION
HANDLE
ADJUSTMENT
BRACKET
Allow drive control bar to return to the disengaged
position.
Drive control cable self-adjustment
reset.
TO ADJUST
HANDLE
"-°"'_
DRIVE CONTROL
feature is now
(See Fig. 20)
The handle on your lawn mower has three (3) height
positions - adjust to height that suits you.
o
Squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle towards
each other until the pin in handle can be inserted into
one of the three height adjustment holes.
FIG. 20
ENGINE
REAR DEFLECTOR
ENGtNE SPEED
The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of
your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility
that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the lawn mower
into the operator's mowing position. If the rear deflector
becomes damaged, it should be replaced.
Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt tO
increase engine speed or it may result in personal ihjury. If
you believe that your engine is running too fast or too stow,
take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for
repair and/or adjustment.
le
STO
E
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
iMPORTANT:
tT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL
SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, 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 WHfCH 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.
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean
it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in
a clean, dry area.
o 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.
,
Be sure that all nuts, bolts, 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
lightly before painting.
HANDLE
•
Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty.
•
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Use fresh fuel next season.
(See Figs. 21 & 22)
NOTE:
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
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 I0 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage.
•
Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on sides of the upper
handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear.
Squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle toward each
other until pins in handle clear the brackets and pivot
entire handle assembly forward and allow it to rest on
mower.
•
When setting up your handle from the storage position,
the lower handle wil! require manually locking into the
mowing position.
IMPORTANT:
WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE .FOR
STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD
THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE
CONTROL CABLES.
ENGINE
O_L
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine
oil. (See "ENGINE"
in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual).
CYLINDER
OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROLBAR
o
Remove spark plug.
o
Pour one ounce (29 m!) of oil through spark plug hole
into cylinder.
Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.
UPPER HANDLE
,,
FOLD FORWARD
FOR STORAGE
Replace with new spark plug.
OTHER
Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
FOLD BACKWARD
Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline wilt cause problems.
MOWING
POSITION
o
LOWER HANDLE
tf possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.
o
Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
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.
FIG. 21
\
,_
,d_,
FiG. 22
17
with ga__
buiiding where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark, 1Alow the engine to
TROU
L
COTING POINTS
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Does not start
t.
2,
3,
4.
Dirty air filter,
Out of fuel,
Stale fuet,
Waterin fuel+
1.
2.
3.
4.
Clean/replace airfitter,
Fill fuel tank.
Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refitl tank with fresh
5.
6.
7,
8.
9,
Spark plug wire is disconnected.
Bad spark plug.
Loose blade or broken blade adapter,
Control bar in released position
Control bar defective
5.
6.
7,
8.
9,
gasoline.
Connect wire to plug.
Repiace spark plug.
Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter,
Depress control bar to handle.
Replace control ba-_.
1.
1.
Set in "Higher Cut" position.
2,
3.
4,
5.
6.
Rear of lawn mower housingfbIade 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.
Set in "Higher Cut" position,
Clean/replace air filter.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Check oil level.
6,
Cut at slower walking speed,
Poor cut - uneven
t.
2.
3,
Worn, bent or toose blade,
Low engine speed,
Buildup of grass, Ieaves, and trash under mower.
!,
2.
3,
Replace blade. Tighten blade boil.
Set engine speed control in fast position.
Clean underside of mower housing,
Excessive
t.
2o
Worn, bent or loose blade.
Bent engine crankshaft,
t,
2,
Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt,
Contact an authorized service center/department.
1,
Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is
released.
t,
2.
3,
4,
Bent engine crankshaft
Blade adapter broken.
Blade dragging in grass.
2,
3.
4.
Depress control bar to upper handle before
pulling starter rope,
Contact an authorized service center/department,
Replace blade adapter.
Move tawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface
to start engine.
1.
2.
Cutting height too low,
Lift on blade worn off,
3.
4,
Catcher not venting air.
Lowengine speed,
1.
2.
3,
4.
Raise cutting height,
Replace blade.
Clean grass catcher.
Set engine speed control in fast position.
1,
2,
t.
2,
3,
Grass is too high or wheel height is too Iow,
Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging
in grass,
Grass catcher too futi.
4,
Handle height position not right for you,
3.
4,
Raise
Raise
setting
Empty
Adjust
I.
2,
3,
4,
5,
Drive not fulty engaged.
Be_t wear,
Beft off of pulley.
Beit tension spring off.
Drive cable worn or broken.
1.
2,
3.
Check and adjust drive controi.
ChecWreptace drive beit.
Check/reinstall drive belt,
4.
5,
Replace belt tension spring,
Replace drive cable.
Loss ef power
vibration
Starter rope hard to pull
Grass catcher not filling
(If so equipped)
Hard to push
Loss of drive
CORRECTION
18
cutting height,
rear of iawn mower housing one (1)
higher,
grass catcher°
handle height to suit.
,REPAIR PARTS
............
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER
GEAR CASE
ASSEMBLY
917.377340
150330
57
58
56
,)
44
43
61
59
42
\.
X
45
35
17
33
1-6
11
10
9
29 3'
30
12
4O
14
34
1
15
37
25
13
26
18
23
KEY PART
NO, NO.
_2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
i!
12
13
14
15
16
17
t8
19
2O
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
148145
148123
148118
148135
148122
148132
148093
148114
148095
148109
148102
148112
148108
148112
148095
148096
148103
148101
148097
148083
148097
148075
148097
154844
148O97
148113
148119
148121
148098
148115
148111
1481:10
DESCRIPTION
Case, Lower
Plate, Detent
Support, Fork, Shift
Ball, Detent
Spring, Detent
Support, Fork, Clutch
Key, Woodruff
Axle, Shaft
Ring, 12.7
Spring, Return
Cone, Cave
Washer, Thrust
Bearing, Thrust, Needle
Washer, Thrust
Ring, !2.7
Washer, Retainer
Cone
Collar, Shift
Washer
Gear, 33 Teeth
Washer
Gear, 36 Teeth
Washer
Gear, 40 Teeth
Washer
Ring 28
Spring, Shift
Key, Shift
Support, Key
Coltar, Shift
Washer, Thrust 1/2
Bearing, Thrust, Needle
19
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
4t
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
Washer, Thrust 1/2
Bushing, Transmission 1/2
Seal 1/2
Washer, Retainer
Bushing, Transmission
Seat 1/2
Fork, Shift
Fork, Clutch
Bushing
Shaft, Reduction
Gear, Bevel 35 Teeth
Gear, Spur 19 Teeth
Gear, Spur 16Tooth
Gear, Spur I2 Tooth
Washer
Bushing
Bearing, Bail 6000U
Washer, t0
Bearing, Ball 6200
Shaft, Input
Screw, Self-Tapping
Case, Upper
Grease
Sealant
Screw, Self-Tapping, Case
Arm, Shift
Support, Upper, Clutch
Key, Woodruff
Pin, Snap t4
148111
148106
148107
148096
148104
148107
148116
148124
148069
148065
148066
148080
148072
!54845
148067
148069
148141
148139
t48140
148137
148146
148144
--148142
148147
148117
148127
148138
148133
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches
1 inch = 25,4 mm
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4-.CYCLE ENGINE
MODEL
NUMBER
!43.976606
% 390
110
98
t
|
!
292
417
416
!5tA
I2
195
45
240
187A
350
\
251
24
4-.CYCLE ENGnNE
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
6
7
9
10
11
i2
t4
15
16
17
18
19
20
25
36177
27652
36059
36005A
590568
36002
36003
32447
28277
36006
36008
31335
651018
36103
36010
36186
26
30
40
40
40
41
41
650802
36185
36073
36074
36075
36070
36071
4I
36072
42
42
42
43
45
46
48
50
52
69
70
72
73
75
8O
81
82
83
85
86
89
90
9t
92
93
100
101
t03
110
tt9
120
125
t25
126
t26
!30
135
t50
151
15tA
169
172
I74
177
36076
36077
36078
20381
36023A
326t0A
36030
36031A
29914
36032A
36194
30572
28833
36010
30574A
30590A
30591
36057
36034
650924
611154
611155
611156
650815
650816
34443A
610118
651007
36054
36061
36187
36471
36472
293t4B
293!5C
6021A
35395
31672
31673
4O016
27234A
32755
30200
650925A
DESCRIPTION
Cylinder (incl. 2,10,!2,20 & t 25)
Dowet Pin
Breather Element
* Breather Cover & Gasket
Screw, 10-24 x 3/4'i
Breather Valve Body
Check Valve
Breather Tube
Flat Washer
Governor Rod (Machined)
Governor Lever
Governor Lever Clamp
Screw, Torx T-15, 8-_32x 19/64"
Governor Spring
Oil Seal
Blower Housing Baffle Assy.
(1nc1.I95)
Screw, 1/4-.20 x 5/8"
Crankshaft
Piston,Pin,Ring Set (Std.)
Piston,Pin,Ring Set 00i0OS)
Piston,Pin,Ring Set (.020 OS)
Piston & Pin Ass'y.(Std.) (lncJ; 43)
Piston & Pin Ass'v.
(.010 OS)(I ncI.43)
Piston & Pin Ass y.
(.020 OS)(incl.43)
Ring Set (Std.)
Ring Set (.010 OS)
Ring Set (.020 OS)
Piston Pin Retaining Ring
•
Connecting Rod Ass y. (incL 46)
Connecting Rod Bolt
Valve Lifter
Camshaft (MCR)
Oil Pump Ass'y,
* Mounting Flange Gasket
Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 thru 85)
Oil Drair_ Plug (Incl. 73)
Drain Plug Gask.et
Oil Seal
Governor Shaft
Washer
Governor Gear Ass'y. (Inc!.81)
Governor Spoof
Idler Gear
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-9/I6"
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
Cytinder Head
Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Inci. t 5!)
Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS)
I ntake Valve (_td.)
'-'
(inc!. 151)
ntake Valve (t/32 OS t
Screw, 5/16q8 x I-!/2
Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)
Valve Spring
Lower Valve Spring Cap
Intake Valve Seat
*V aIve Spnng Box Gasket
Valve Spring Box Cover
,Screw, 10-24 x 9/16'
Carburetor Mounting Stud
'
MODEL
NUMBER
KEY PART
NO. NO.
184 36183
186 36009
187A 36195
190 36013
191A 36012
192 36016
193 36015
194 36014
!95 610973
198 36017
199 36018
202 36482
203 31342
204 651029
205 651030
215 36051
239 36048
240 36190
243B 651041
245 36046
250 36191
251 650928
251A 650933
255 36193
256 650983
260 36188
261 650737
262 650929
263A 36192
275 36107
276 36043
277 650927
285 34449A
287 650926
290 29774
292 26460
300 36189
301 36246
305 36063
307 35499
308 36040
310 36064
346A 28763
347 650898A
350 36045
370A 36261
370B 36155
370C 36861
380 632671A
390 590702
400 36062C
416
36085
417 650760
900 -900 --
143.976606
DESCRIPTION
Carburetor Gasket
Governor Link
Air Baffle
Brake Lever Ass'y.
Brake Control Lever
Brake Control Lever Link
Brake Spring
Retaining Ring
Terminal Ass'y.
Brake Control Lever Spring
Brake Lever Bushing
Compression Spring
Compression Spring
Screw, 5-40 x 7/16
Screw, Torx T-:t0, 6-32 x 17/32"
Control Knob
* Carburetor To Air Cleaner Gasket
Air Cteaner Body (Incl.239 & 350)
Air Cleaner Stud
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Cover
Lock Nut 1/4-20
Wing Nut, I/4-20
Control Plate
Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"
Blower Housing
Screw, 1/4-20 x t/2"
Screw, 1/4-20 x 11/16"
Starter Grill
Muffler
Locking Plate
Screw, 5/6-18 x 2-11/32"
Starter Cup
"p.
S_rew,
8-32 x 21/64"
Fuei Line
Fuel Line Clamp
Fue! Tank (Incl. 30t)
Fuel Cap
Oil FillTube
"O" Ring
FiLlTube Clip
Dipstick
Screw, 10-32 x 35/64"
Screw, 10-32 x 27/32"
Primer
Lubrication Decal
Control Decal
Primer Decal
Carburetor (Incl. 184,239)
Rewind Starter
Gasket Set
(Incl. Items Marked * in Notes)
Spark Arrestor Kit
(Incl. 417)(OptionaI)
Screw, 8-32 x 3/8 (Optional)
Replacement Engine 750792B,
order from 71-999
Replacement SiB 750797,
order from 71-999
RPM High 2900 to 3200
RPM Low 2450 to 2750
(NOTE: This engine could have been built with 590739
starter. Refer to (he design of the rope pulley strength
ribs for part identification., Individual starter parts do not
3nt_5h,_,r_tg_"_ 6J_3LAPlf) #3s6272_It (316)_2888_1_,
(1_061
(t), 36183 (2), 696088 Instruction sheet (1)
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
25 1 inch = 25.4 rnm
4-CYCLE ENGINE
MODEL
........................................
NUMBER
143,976606
i1_,i
KEY PART
NO, NO.
-/47
37A
740
632671A
I
5
6
7
25
25A
27
28
29
30
632539
632593
632541
650506
632675
632701
632544
632543
632548
632551
3I
32
33
36
37
37A
38
38A
39
40
47
632637
632672
632673
632674
632547
632547
632545
632545
632549
632676
632554
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
Carburetor (Incl. 187B & 239 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
(incl. 31)
Seat Retainer
Bowt Drain Screw
Bowl Drain Washer
Main Nozzle Tube
"Q" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube
"Q" Ring
Spring, Main Nozzle Tube
Spring
Float Bowl Retainer
Main Fuel Jet
Welch Plug, Idle Mixing Well
DESCRIPTION
590702
590599A
Recoil Starter
Spring Pin (tncl. 4)
_--'
3
2
4
5
6
7
8
11
590696
590600
590601
590697
590698
590699
590700
590703
......
'='--'
j_'
12
13
590535
590701
Retainer
Washer
Brake Spring
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y.
Starter Housing Ass'y,
(40 degree grommet)
,,
Starter Rope ( 98 X 9/64 dia.)
Starter Handle
1
-,
"-_
_
KEY PART
NO. NO.
3
6
7
8
11
590739
590740
590616
590617
590618A
590638
12
590535
t3
t4
590701
59074t
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
NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
26
SERV!CE NOTES
27
£RAFTSMaN®
OWNER'
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.377340
6.6 HORSEPOWER
22" POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Each lawn mower has its own model number,
gine has its own model number,
Each en-
The modet number for your lawn mower wi!! be found on a
decal attached to the rear of the Sawnmower 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.
IF YOU NEED
REPAIR SERVICE
OR PARTS:
FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL
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WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
° PRODUCT-
LAWN MOWER
" MODEL NUMBER - 917.377340
• ENGINE - MODEL NO. - 143.976606
° PART NUMBER
• PART DESCRIPTION
FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS
INFORMATION AND
ORDERING, CALL THIS
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