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1. according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owners manual Sears wil repair free of charge any i defect i in mater al or workmanship if this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes thi S warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase 0 This Warranty does not cover l o Expendable items which become worn eurng normal use such as rotary mower blades blade adapters belts aircleaners and spark plug s Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence including bent Granite andthe 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 2 SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES THIS WARRANTY APPLIES SES WHi ILE 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 SPARS ROEBUCK AND CO PENES WA HOFFMAN ESTATES ILLINOIS 60179 SAFETY RULES 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS OON 5 15 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS qu uccnsvecenecevecuacseovesscocees iso STORAGE aan ene an ea CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES nen 3 12 14 TROUBLESHOOTING uec ute 0 WARRANTY TUN d REPAIR PARTS LAWN MOWER een anne 20 24 ASSEMBLY au ee 6 REPAIR2. 276 277 285 287 290 292 299 300 301 905 307 308 310 346A 28763 26 347 350 36044A 650899 36046 36154 650928 36110 650983 36153 650737 650929 36107 36043 650927 34449A 650926 34357 26460 650900 36066 36246 36063 35499 36040 36064 650898 36045 370A 36261 380 390 416 417 RPM Settings 370B 36155 640020 590702 400 8 36085 650760 PART DESCRIPTION Valve Spring Box Gasket Valve Spring Box Cover Screw 110 24 x 9 16 Carburetor Mounting Stud Governor Link Carburetor Mounting Spacer Brake Lever Assembly Brake Control Lever Brake Control Lever Link Brake Spring Retaining Ring Terminal Assembly Brake Control Lever Spring Brake Lever Bushing Compression Spring Compression Spring Screw 5 40 x 7 16 Screw 86 32 x 21 32 Control Knob Carburetor to Air Cleaner Gasket Air Cleaner Body Includes Reference 239 299 and 350 Screw 10 32 x 2 3 32 Air Cleaner Filter Air Cleaner Cover Lock Nut 1 4 20 Control Plate Screw 8 32 x 21 64 Blower Housing Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 Screw 1 4 20x 11 16 Starter Grill Muffler Locking Plate Screw 5 6 18 x 2 1132 Starter Cup Screw 48 32 x 21 64 Fuel Line Fuel Line Clamp U Type Nut Clip Fuel Tank Includes Ref 4301 Fuel Cap Assembly Oil Fill Tube AT Ring 1 Fill Tube Clip Dipstick Screw 10 32 x 35 64 Screw 10
3. 32 x 27 64 Primer Lubrication Decal Control Decal Carburetor Includes 187 and 239 Rewind Starter Gasket Set Incl All tems Marked Spark Arrestor Kit includes Reference Number 417 Optional Screw 18 32 x 3 8 Optional Low 2450 2750 High 2900 3200 NOTE This engine could have been built with 590739 Starter Refer to design of rope pulley strength ribs for pa i identification individual starter parts do not interchange NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm A a Ei 640020 632539 1 5 632593 6 632541 7 650506 25 6320754 25A 632701 27 632544 28 632543 29 632548 30 632709 31 632637 32 632672 33 632673 36 640022 87 632547 37A 632547 38 632545 38A 632545 39 632549 40 640021 47 632554 590702 590599A 1 2 590600 3 590696 4 590601 gt 590697 6 7 8 1 590698 590699 590700 590703 12 590535 13 590701 MODEL NUMBER 143 966006 5 NO NO DESCRIPTION Carburetor Includes Reference Number 184 of Engine Parts List Throttle Shaft amp Lever Assembly Dust Seal Throttie Shutter Throttle Shutter Screw Float Bowl Idle Restrictor Float Shaft Float Float Bowl to Body Gasket imet Needle Seat amp Seat Retainer Includes Reference Number 3 Seat Hetainer Bow Drain Screw Bow Drain Washer Main Nozzle Tube l 2 Ring O Ring Ma
4. CAUTION BEFORE TERES ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS E Release control bar Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely a E e Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and pi ace where it canner come in contact with plug TO ADJUST cum ING HEIGHT See TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT in the Operation section of this manual REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deflector attached between the rear r wheels of your lawn mower is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the operator s mowing position If the rear deflector becomes damaged it should be replaced TO REMOVE REPLACE DRIVE BELT aie Fig 14 Remove drive cover Remove belt by pushing dowh on gear case puliey e Tum lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel cap up Remove blade e Remove debris shield e Remove beit from engine pulley on crankshaft gt Install new belt by reversing above steps E Always use factory approved belt to assure fit and long lite 15 TO ADJUST HANDLE See Figs 15 Thru 17 Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your mowing comfort Four 4 positions are available high medium high medium low and low Handles are PADRE mounted in the medium low position To change from medium low to medium high bosi ition the upper and lower handle sections will ae to be turned over See Fig 15B e Remove the con
5. PARTS ENGINE ee 25 28 OPERATION 12 1 1 1 aosarn ap ein PARTS ORDERING SERVICE 80 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 12 Jis A TTE Operation ACCESSOMOS ae n Engine E DINE COMTO D Adiustments Air Filler n eens mu 14 Engine Control ox oe REA 9 Carburelor csset testet 16 Oi Change DD ES ues 14 E Grass Catcher nennen B Drive Belt nn 15 Oil Rc A 14 Mower Eee 9 Engine Speed 16 OB Type sse 14 Operator Presence _ Handle Height ann 16 Starting messen TU CONO BEL cecinit Meu 9 Height of Cut ra 9 A fuus Options x 2 Air Filter BOUE ee een ACCeSSOF eS naar pierdes o Replacement nennen 14 p EE SON TT 14 Fuel 14 R ASSI ante 1 1 eS 6 i Repair Parts M mE oo en Engine c 25 28 B T D IPIS PX NARRA RAI Am 4 0 iawn Mower re ee ie 20 24 Blade an oo P Responsibilities Customer 3 12 14 Sharpening TUM MES H S Replacement n 13 Handle Adjustment 5 5 Eu o NND C ASS dude dude iratis g SAEY Rules nen 2 Cutting Height m Deu TEN 18 Service and Adjustments 15 Controls 0 a AX 18 DIVE DON Ole S L DIIS Del A 15 Engine Zone Control AAA Tm 8 Lubrication l Engine opeed d E RAN aracnos EEE 16 Engine Speed Control 8 oo Engine dA Handle case naa TO Operator Presence Lawn MOWSI na dE Dk
6. Use of such attachments may be 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 can cause severe injury Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and while using your mower Dress properly Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandais Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing Check fuel tank before starting engine Do not fill gas tank indoors when the engine is running or when the engine is hot Allow the engine to cooi for several minutes before filling the gas tank Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine Always make wheel height adjustmenis before starting your mower Never attempt to do this while the engine is running Mow only in daylight or good artificial light OPERATION Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being cut Do not let other interests distract you Do not mow wet or slippery grass Never run while operating your mower Always be sure of yourfooting 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 material toward bystanders n
7. damage BLADE CARE For best results mower blade must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades TO REMOVE BLADE See Fig 11 o Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug e Turn lawn mower on its side Make sure air filter and _ carburetor are up e Usea wood block between Beds and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing biade bolt e Protect your Bande with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cioth e Remove blade bolt by turning counter clockwise Use a 9 16 box or open end wrench e Remove blade and attaching hardware bolt lock washer and hardened washer NOTE Remove the blade adapter and check the ks inside hub of blade adapter The key must be in good condition to work properly Replace adapter if damaged TO REPLACE BLADE See Fig 11 Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are aligned Position blade onthe blade adapter aligningthe two 2 holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter e Be sure the trailing edge of blade opposite sharp edge is up toward the engine e installthe biade 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 s The recommended tightening torque is 35 40 ft Ibs IMPORTAN
8. rotary walk behind power lawn mowers conform to the satety standards of the American National Standards Institute BEA is 0 3 Consumer CU vate dli sion HE 7 ae abd yen ne 3 engine is S Ton us OPERATOR werd CONTROL must be held DRIVE CONTROL LEVER used to engage power pro down to the handle to start the engine Release to stop the pelled forward motion of lawri mower engine ENGINE SPEED CONTROL located on the side of the _ PRIMER pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the engine which allows you to select either fast 4s or slow cylinder for use when starting a cold engine engine speed STARTER HANDLE used for starting the engine B MULCHER PLUG mustbe mod to convertto gt bagging a 8 or eischaraing operation CAUTION Do notrun your 5 mower without mulcher plate in place and door closed or without an approved clipping deflector or grasscatcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear Boer removed or Propper pene The engine speed is controi led E a tever located on the side of the engine High e position is for starting the engine normal cutting and better grass bagging Low P positionis for light cutting trimming and fuel economy V 5 3 ENGINE ZONE CONTROL 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
9. safe place e You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflec tor To return to mulching ein install mulcher plug Into ee opening oi mowet OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR UPPER HANDLE LOWER HANDLE 7 de T MULCHER PLUG FIG 2 CAUTION Doi notn run your aa mower without DE plug in place or ap proved clipping deflector or grass catcher in place Never attempt to op erate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS _ CATCHER See Figs 3A thru 4 e 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 o e When frame comes out the other end of sewn hem immediately work the end of frame down inside the bag as shown in inset e Slide sewn hem evenly around the tubular frame until both ends of frame are exposed out of the front open ing e 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 bag gets wet let it dry before using m e Close the flip lid Flip lid must be closed while operating lawn mower E Liftiherear door on the mower housing and place the grass catcher fr
10. safety devices in place and working To reduce fire hazard keep the engine free of grass leaves Or excessive grease and oil Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear and replace worn bags Use only replacement bags that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your mower Always keep a sharp blade on your mower Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Never store mower with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source such a as a hot water heater space heater clothes dryer etc Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions it means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY iS INVOLVED CAUTION Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug in order to pre vent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs The engine exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to the State of Califor nia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm CONGRATU LATIONS on your purchase of a Sears ES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Mower It has been designed engineered and manufac tured to give you the best ee ln and HORSEPOWER performance m DISPLACEMENT 12 56 CU IN Should you experience any problem you ud easily 0H a m rernedy please contact your nearest Sears Authorized AND TYPE REEL 15QUARTS
11. second time to com pletely hide the clippings When doing a second cut mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow northto south one week then change to eastto west the next week This will help prevent matting and graining of the iawn MULCHING MOWING TIPS 11 etwa ov MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES P AS YOU COMETE En Check for Loose Fasteners nu Clean inspect Grass Catcher if Equipped Clean Lav Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover Self Propelled Mowers T _Check Sharpen Replace Blade Lubrication Chart Clean fag abdo nb e MAH A ALMA RR He Check Engin Oil Level u PHIL AARAA HT AEN LAM S ABI A OS HAMA 434 94 AM LPR A YAA RARA O REPAS Etha AVI Y AMAA CR SE more Sen men oa indere a men base orin nasse anced t temperatures 1 Service more often when operating in dirty dusty conditions 3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 4 Charge 48 hours at end of season GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 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 mai intain mower as instructed in this manual Some adiustments will need to be made periodical y t
12. BE dirty conditions GAS 5ee Fig 9 Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantitiesthat can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE M PUT 16 HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER TA G WARNING Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before stor age of 30 days or longer Drain the fuel tank start the engine and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instruc tions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or permanent damage may occur 9 To starta cold engi ine push primerfive 5 times before trying to start Usea firm push This Step is not usually necessary when starting an enge which has already run for amp few minutes e Move engine speed control lever to fast 49 position Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter nandie quickly Do not allow starter rope to snap back e Tostopengine releas
13. Ba Be sure hinge is assembled properly e Swing cover up and tighten cover SCrew overtighten Do not IMPORTANT CONTAINER AIR FILTER MUFFLER Inspect and corroded niuffler 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 run better Set spark plug gap at 030 inch CLEANING FOR BEST PERFORMANCE KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT UP GRASS AND TRASH CLEAN THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER en EACH USE CAUTION B Disconnect spark plug w wire E from spark plug and place wire where it plug come in contact with the spats P hd M Turn lawn mower on nits side Make sure air r filter dnd carburetor are up Clean the underside of your lawn mower by Zt 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 8 Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline 14 Oil etc s We do not comen using a s 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 UNDER DRIVE COVER Clean under drive cover at least twice a season Scrape underside of cover with putty knife or similar tool to remove any build up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover
14. H FIG 15A FIG 46A FIG 16B L LOWER HANDLE SQUEEZE N TOREMOVE V BRACKET HAIRPIN CLIP FIG 17 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 When lawn moweris to be stored fora pe riod of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a ciean dry area qx Clean entire lawn mower See CLEANING in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual e Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual e Be sure that all nuts bolts screws and pins are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary e Touch up all rusted or cappa paint surfaces sand lightly before painting HANDLE See Fig 18 You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward each other until the lower handle clears the handle bracket then move handle forward e Loosen upper handle mounting bolts enough to allow upper handle to be folded back IMPORTANT WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION BE SURE TO FOLD THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROL CABLES When setting up your handle from the storage position the lower handie will automatically lock into the mowing position LOWER HANDLE we HANDLE E BRACKET HAIRPIN COT
15. PIU Eee xmas TA Contro Bar trente gt Specifications au TS 3 Customer Responsibilities 3 12 14 p nee Control ip Filter carci tcs 14 M PT Engine 5 Blade Care Replacement nm 19 Maintenance Agreement 3 0 T Drive Wheels 13 Maintenance a dos 42 Send POENE gor ee Engine d 14 E Pape A etopping the Engine 210 Lubrication a 14 Mowing TIPS ee 10 Storage s Sou aidan 1 SPAK PIU ans DEE 14 Cutting Levels Santeria T 97 o E To i sl Trouble Shooting Chart 19 51618687 asena 16 wo EE Warranty ame ecu 3 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 model number of your lawn mower Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower RAUS MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTOR GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS SSS TU WS Qe 4 Bow in rie A sprit Head 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 shi
16. SEARS Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities e Service e Adjustments Repair Parts Caution Read and Follow all Safety Rules and instructions Before Operating This Equipment 153351 Rev 1 1 2696 TR ROS E Printed in U S A 60179 U S A SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk Behind Mowers A 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 Read this operator s manual anis Become familiar with the controls and know how to operate your mower properly Learn how to quickly stop mower 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 de scribed in this manual Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner Always have damage repaired before using your mower Donotuse accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer hazardous The blade tums when the engine is running
17. T BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED NOTE We do not recommend sharpening blade but if you do be sure the blade is balanced TO SHARPEN BLADE Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause eventual u to lawn mower or engine sa hebladecanbe sharpened with a file oron a grinding wheel Do not attemptto sharpen while on the mower e Tocheckblade balance drive a nail into a beam or wall Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed BLADE ADAPTER KEY m men NC HARDENED WASHER LOCK WASHER TRAILING EDGE BLADE ADAPTER FIG 11 GRASS CATCHER If purchased as an accessory The grass catcher may be hosed with water but must be dry when used e Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterio ration Through normal use it will wear 1f catcher needs replacing replace only with a manufacturer approved replacement catcher Give the lawn mower model number when ordering DRIVE WHEELS Check front drive wheels each time before yol mow to be sure they move freely The wheels not turning freely means trash grass cuttings etc are in the drive wheel area and must be arenes to free drive wheels if necessary to pean the drive wheels check both front wheels e Remove hubcaps hal irpin cotters ana washers e Remove wheels from wheel adjusters Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the Place cente
18. TER OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR mw J UPPER HANDLE FOLD FORWARD FOR STORAGE LOWER HANDLE FiG 18 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT 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 WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE e Drain the fuel tank e Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuei tank or permanent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do notdrainthe gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engi je ol See ENGINE section of this manual CYLINDER e Remove spark plug e Pour one ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder e P
19. TION gt NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 17490416 Tapping Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 11 131484 Clutch Yoke 2 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 12 700343 Bushing 3 137053 Shifter 13 86447 Plug 4 57072 Seal 14 137050 Helical Gear 6 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit Includes Key 15 75043686X Clutch Jaw Nos 4 5 and z 16 750369 Grease 4o 71883 Bearing i 17 12000003 E Hing 8 137051 Worm Shaft 18 850848 Hi ProKey 9 137074 Drive Shaft 9 81 585X004 Spring Bracket 10 57079 Hardened Washer NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 24 SRE MODEL NUMBER 143 966006 hf j Sha L E E N G f N E i MODEL NUMBER 143 966006 REF 130 135 150 1 NO 36146 27652 36058 36005A 590568 36002 36003 36001 28277 36006 36008 31335 650548 36103 36010 36011 650802 36171 40004 40005 36070 36071 36072 40006 40007 20381 36023A 32610A 36030 36031 29914 36032A 36151 80572 28833 86010 30574A 305906 30591 36057 36034 650924 611154 611155 611156 650815 650816 34443A 610118 651007 36054 36061 36120 36471 36472 203148 293150 60214 35395 31072 31673 PART DESCRIPTION Cylinder Includes 2 10 20 amp 125 Dowel Pin Breather Element Breather Cover amp Gasket Screw 10 24 x 3 4 Breather Valve Body Check Valve Breather Tube Flat Washer Governor Rod Machined Governor L
20. The operation of any y lawn mower can quer 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 spectacies or Standard pary gue T e ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER PRIMER RAISE WHEELS FOR LOW CUT LOWER WHEELS FOR HIGH CUT FIG ef OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR DRIVE DRIVE CONTROL wer TO ENGAGE DRIVE CONTROL DRIVE CONTROL DISENGAGED FIG 8 To keep drive contro engaged when turning corners push down on handle and lift front wheels off ground while turning lawn mower OIL See Fig 9 Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine e Besure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean x E M YA Remove engine oil cap w dipstick and fil to the full line on the dipstick e Use27ozs of oil Fortype and en of oil to use seo ENGINE in Customer LING section of this manual Pour oil Slowly Do not over fill Check cil level before each use Add oil if needed Fil to full line on dipstick l Toread proper level tighten engine oil cap each time Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten 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
21. ame onto the formed tabs on the rear door hinge bracket 0 gt The grass catcher is secured to the iawn mower housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass catcher frame CAUTION Donotrun yourlawn mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear Set on OP SERRE ROLE ZG TUBULAR FRAME FLIP LID SEWN HEM FIG 3A door removed or propped open LOWER FRAME Frames must be fully seated TUBULAR FRAME FIG 3B LOWER FRAME HANDLE u VINYL BINDINGS HINGE NS BRACKET a n ur tos FORMED c TABS READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY HULES BEFORE OPEHATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Compare the itustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of v various controis and adjustments Save this manual for future reference A A a re their meaning STOP CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER KEEP HANDS LORWARNING ON OFF _AND FEET AWAY ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR STARTER HANDLE DRIVE CONTROL LEVER HANDLE KNOB GRASS CATCHER GASOLINE CAP PRIMER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL DRIVE COVER EN MULCHER PLUG ENGINE OIL CAP W DIPSTICK wee u 7 N HOUSING WHEEL ADJUSTER EN RON EACH BEER AE MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears
22. an ONLY Service Center Department We have competent well u e 3 trained technicians and the PrOpentebs to service or repair 1 OIL TYPE API SFIS SAE 30 ABOVE 32 F this lawn mower A SAE 5W 30 on OW 32 F Please read and retain this manual The instructions will OIL CAPACITY enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES SPARK PLUG 0 CHAMPION AOL GAP 030 VALVE CLEARANCE INTAKE 008 EXHAUST 008 MODEL NUMBER 917 376880 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIALNUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE LAWN MOWER HOUSING YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SOLID STATE IGNITION AIR GAP 0125 IN BLADE BOLT TORQUE 35 40 FT LBS A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product Contact your nearest Sears store ior details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBI LITIES Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your lawn mower e Follow the instructions under Customer Responsibilities and ara sections of this owner s manual LIMITED TWO YEAR R WARRANTY C ON 4 CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained lubricated and tuned up
23. at same height Set engine speed control in fast position Clean underside of mower housing EINHOLEN TEST ERSTER PE KP eo PP LIC EAO E LED O DID 4 Repiace blade Tighten blade bolt Contact authorized service center department Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope Contact authorized service center department Replace blade adapier Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface to start engine Adjust or replace drive control cable if broken Put belt on pulleys or replace belts if broken TA P EE eg nee rt eq cu re punt 2 TERN AA Raise cutting height Replace blade Clean grass catcher Set engine speed control in fast position EXON Raise cutting height Raise rear of lawn mower housing one 1 setting higher Empty grass catcher Adiust handle height to suit ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 376880 20 Le NO Q3 Co YO Ot A Go N KEY PART NO 1 45646X479 701181 74350424 150425 151517 136376 STD541425 145793 151023 128415 150050 STD512505 77400 700483X479 700365X479 133190X479 140661X479 73510400 140540 85543 87677 83923 151158 142748 62335 145935X004 701037 700331X004 146630 50085X007 150078 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 376880 DESCRIPTION Upper Handle Engine Zone Contro Cable Hex Head Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 Mulche
24. dragging in heavy grass Cutting too much grass Dirty air filter Buildup of grass leaves and trash EUR mower Too much oil in engine wenns a too dica Worn bent or loose iade Wheel heights uneven Low engine speed Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Worn bent or loose blade Bent engine crankshaft Engine flywheel brake i is on when control bar js released Bent engine crankshaft Blade adapter broken Blade dragging in grass Drive wheels not turning with drive control engaged Balt not driving Cutting height too low Lift on blade worn off Catcher not venting air Low engine speed Grass is too high or wheel height is too low Rear of lawn mower housing blade dragging in grass Grass catcher too full Handie height position not right for you pop va OONO OM Da x ROM ROM DETREI we Uo A POM m TEE Sphaera CORRECTION Clean repiace air filter Fill fuel tank Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh gasoline Connect wire to plug Replace spark plug Tighten biade bolt or replace biade adapter Depress control bar to handle Hope control bar Seti in Higher Cut panon Setin Higher Cut position Clean replace air filter Clean underside of mower housing Check oil level en at a Werd Replace b TU Tighten blade bolt Set all wheels
25. dust with use and catchers will collect less grass To prevent this regularly hose ae off with water and let 9 Before x j IMPORTANT FOR BEST PERFORMANCE KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT UP GRASS AND TRASH SEE CLEANING IN CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL amp The special mulching blade wil recut the grass clip pings 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 kis will provide the best recutting action of the blades Avoid cutting your lawn when itis wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun _ 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 10 If the lawn is overgrown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overtoading 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 conditions may re quire that an area be mulched a
26. e operator presence contro bar 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 H you do flood engine Wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps GASOLINE FILLER CAP PN d ENGINE OIL CAP WIDIPSTICK 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 ea and leaving clumps of grass clippings For extremely heavy cutting reduce the wi idth of cut and raise the rear of the lawn mower housing one 1 wheel adjuster setting higher than the front for better discharge of grass For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions the engine speed should be set in the fast amp position When using a rear discharge lawnmower in moist heavy grass clumps of cut grass may not enter the grass catcher Reduce ground speed pushing speed and or runthe lawn mower over the area a second time If atrail of grass clippings is left onthe rightside ofarear discharge lawn mower mow in a clockwise direction with a small overi p to collect the cl ippings on the next pass Keep top of engine around starter cle r and clean of grass clippings and chaff This will help engine air flow and extend engine life Pores incloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and
27. ever Govemor Lever Clamp Screw 88 32 x 5 16 Governor Spring Oil Sea Blower Housing Baffle Assembly includes Reference Number 195 Screw 1 4 20 x 5 8 Crankshaft Piston Pin Hing Set Standard Piston Pin Ring Set O10 Oversize Piston amp Pin Assembly Standard Piston amp Pin Assembly 010 Over Piston amp Pin Assembly 020 Over Assemblies Include Hef 443 Hing Set Standard Ring Set 010 Oversize Piston Pin Retaining Ring ee Rod Assy medges 46 Connecting Rod Bolt Valve Lifter Camshaft MCR Oil Pump Assembly Mounting Flange Gasket Mounting Flange neues 72 85 Oil Drain Piug Drain Plug Gasket Oil Seal Governor Shaft Washer Governor Gear on Includes 81 Governor Spool idler Gear Screw 1 4 20 x 1 9 16 iilos Key Flywheel Flywheel Fan Belleville Washer Flywheel Nut Solid State ignition Spark Plug Cover Screw Torx T 15 10 24 x 15 16 Ground Wire Cylinder Head Gasket Cylinder Head Exhaust Valve Standard Exhaust Valve 1 32 Oversize Intake Valve Standard Intake Valve 1 32 Oversize All Valves Include Reference 1 Spes Screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Resistor Spark Plug RJ19LM Valve Spring mE Lower Valve Spring Cap REF NO 169 172 174 177 186 187 190 191 192 193 494 195 198 204 6 199 202 203 205 215 239 240 243 245 250 251 255 256 260 261 262 263A 36156 275
28. function of the operator con trol The blade turns when the engine is TUI Your lawn mower is en with an paria pres ence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handie to start end operate ihe lawn mower TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 6 Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut e Wheels are set in low cut for shipping Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements Medium position iS best for most lawns To change cutting height squeeze adjuster lever to 0 ward wheel Move wheel up or down to suit your requirements Be sure all wheels are in the same setting TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER See Fig lt a e To remove grass catcher release operator presence control bar to stop engine o lift up rear door and remove the handle Do not drag the bag when emptying it will cause unnecessary wear DRIVE CONTROL See Fig 8 Grass catcher by the Self propelling is controlled by holding the operator presence control bar down to the handle and pushing the drive control lever forward until it clicks then release the lever e Forward motion will stop when the operator presence control baris 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 con tinue mowing without self propeiling
29. in Nozzle Tube Spring Main Nozzle Tube Spring Float Bowl Retainer Main Fuel Jet Welch Plug 1016 Mixing Well DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Complete Spring Pin Includes Reference 4 Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley amp Rewind Spring m Starter Housing Assembly 40 Degree Grommet Starter Rope 98 Long 9 64 Dia Starter Handle NOTE All compohent dimensions given in U S inches TI 25 4 mm mu REF PART NO NO 0590739 3590740 6590616 7590617 8590618A 11590638 12590535 3590701 14590741 DESCRIPTION Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley amp Rewind Spring Ass y Starter Housing Ass y 40 degree grommet Starter Hope Length 98 x 9 64 dia Starter Handle Locking Tab gt f 0 0 x E y er l A 1 E i 5 n i D 4 wie REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS FOR REPAIR SERVICE CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER 1 800 4 REPAI R 1 800 473 7247 FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION AND ORDERING CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER 1 800 FON PART 1 800 366 7278 Each lawn mower has its own model number Each en gine has its own model number The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mowe
30. o properly maintain your unit All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season a Once a a year replace the spark plug replace air filter element and check blade for wear A new spark plug and clean new ait filter element assures proper air fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer s Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual BEFORE EACH USE a Check engine oil level Check for loose fasteners LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART 1 WHEEL ADJUSTER 2 ENGINE OIL 1 HANDLE BRACKET 0 MOUNTING PIN SPRAY LUBRICANT 2 REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE SECTION 12 Ir DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY uo 3 PE d Vx TP PH d ma HIM N gy aW vL Af A 2 EX du OU th LL E A DAR nu DS FF 4 es t WI xy DERE HD ATEM SIT 4 Be Rey he nam M SER ap MY d wi BASE Wo s o 0 mus moe observe vet rules when performing any mainte nance TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect Comme chemi cals which can harm rubber e Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp sess and other hazards that may cause tire
31. of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once aa year if the lawn _ mower is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five 5 hours of continuous use Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Fig 12 NOTE Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil drain fue tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where t cannot come in contact with spark plug e Remove engine oil cap lay aside on a clean surface e Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable container Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine e Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine e Fill engine with oil Fill only to the FULL tine on the dipstick DO NOT OVER FILL a Replace engine oil cap a Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be ne 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 See Fig 13 e Loosen cover screw a Swing cover down and remove from hinge e Pull paper filter out of air cleaner body e Clean air cleaner cover and body s install a new paper fiter e Reinstall cover to air cleaner
32. or allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it Before cleaning inspecting or repairing your mower stopthe engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all moving parts have stopped Then disconnectthe 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 dam age before restarting and operating you mower Do not change the governor settings or overspeed the engine Engine damage or personat injury may result Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally Exces sive vibration is an indication of damage stop the engine safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required Do not run the engine indoors Exhaust fumes are danger ous Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you Mow across the face of slopes never up and down or you might lose yourfooting Do not mow excessively steep slopes Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or when changing directions maintain good footing 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 properiy Check all bolts nuts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe NOSE condi tion Keep ail
33. ping Deflector Gas Can 2 5 gal Fuel Stabilizer SAE 30W Oil 27 oz Dust Shield Mower Cover BER 917 376880 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUM ez 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 rat 12 13 14 15 16 18 KEY PART NO NO 145755 48385 63601 144929 146527 700875 TADO e 5 145212 88446 151156 12000058 137054 88080 88118 67725 701037 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 376880 DESCRIPTION Control Cable Assembly Control Head Kit Locknut 10 24 Hex Washer Head Screw 1 4 20 x 2 12 V Beit Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 2 Hubcap Locknut Nylon Bushing Wheel amp Tire San E Ring Pinion Dust Cover Felt Washer Washer 1 2 x 1 1 2 x 134 Selector Knob KEY PART NO NO 151522 143503 702806 132010 137052 48386 152018 702511 146467 STD541425 75192 152019 144747 149844 86012 144748 DESCRIPTION Drive Cover Decal Pan Head Tapping Screw 10 24 x 2 3 4 Drive Cover Hex Flange Nut Drive Pulley Drive Control Cable Kit Wheel Adjuster n Left Gear Case Assembl y Spring Locknut 1 4 20 Spring Wheel Adjuster Assembly Right Frame Throat Grassbag Assembly Driveshaft Cover Frame Tube ROTA RY LAWN MOWER o MODEL NO 91 7 376880 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 2 y X KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIP
34. pping purposes All parts such as nuts washers bolts etc necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tighiness e Remove loose parts included with mower e Gut down two end corners of carton and ay end panel down flat Rernoveall packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle se Holl lawn mower out of carton and check carton thor oughiy for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER TO UNFOLD HANDLE See Fig 1 IMPORTANT UNFOLD HANDLES CAREFULLY so AS NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES Raise handles until lower handle on locks into place in mowing position e Haiseupper handle section into placas on ni wer handle remove protective padding and tighten both handle knobs Remove handle padding holding ia presence control bar to upper handle 2 Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort Refer to Adjust Handle in the Service and Adiustment section of this manual TO INSTALL SLACK NES See Fig 2 Your lawn mower was shipped no to be used as a muicher To convert to bagging or discharging Open rear door and remove mulcher plug Store mulcher plug in
35. r Plug Cable Clip Handle Knob Locknut 1 4 20 Control Bar Hear Door Kit Pop Hivet Self Tapping Screw 110 16 x 1 2 Hex Tapping Screw w Sems 1 4 20 x 1 2 Hubcap Back Plate Side B ffle Discharge Baffle Rear Baffle Keps Locknut 1 4 20 Rear Skin Engine Pulley Hi Pro Key 505 Hex Flange Nut Wheel Shoulder Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Spring Washer Axle Arm Assembly Selector Knob Selector Spring Spacer Wheel Adjusting Bracket Right Thread outing Screw MISES 5 16 18 x 3 4 KEY PART NO A0 v T NO 451512X479 151511X479 150406 750097 87930 151518 851514 141114 851074 850263 851084 88652 51793 151516X479 131959 132001 134612 152753 153351 71 33303 71 33623 71 33500 71 33027 7133417 7133316 DESCRIPTION Handle Bracket Assembly Left Handie Bracket Assembly Right Hex Head Thread Rolling N 3 8 16 x 1 1 8 Hex Washer Head Screw 40 24 x 1 2 Guide Clip _ Lawn Mower Housing oe Key 14 15 51 amp 52 Blade Adapter Biade 22 ferons d Washer Helical Washer 3 8 24 x4 3 8 Gr 8 Hex Head Machine Screw 3 8 24 x 1 3 8 Gr 8 700869X479 85463 7 Front Baffle Danger Decal Hinge Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 Hairpin Cotter Lower Handle Handle Bolt Rope Guide Debris Shield Engine Craftsman Model No 143 966006 Owner s Manual English Spanish Available accessories not Hed with lawn mower Clip
36. r 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 id end until the blade is balanced 13 dust cover pinion and or drive wheel gearteeth e Put wheels back in place e f after cleaning the drive wheels do not tum freely contact your nearest authorized service center icd CASE To keep your drive system working properly the gear case arid area around the drive should be kept clean andfreeoftrash build up Clean under the drive cover twice a season e The gear case is filied with lubricant to the proper level at the factory The oniy time the lubricant needs attention is i service has been performed on the gear Case e df lubri cant is required use only Texaco ERE Pre mium 1 Grease Part No 750355 Do not substitute LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG Selectthe oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating ui SAE VISCOSITY GRADES _ D OF TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 5 improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after the first two hours
37. r housing The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine All paris listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Hoebuck and Co Service Center Department and most Retail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION e PRODUCT LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 376880 ENGINE MODEL NO 143 966006 PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION e 8 e Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you we service what we sell 30
38. trols and operator presence control bar from the upper handle e Remove the starter rope guide from ihe lower handle e Remove hairpin cotters e Disconnect the lower handle from the handle brackets See Fig 17 s Tum the handle over and the hairpin cotters that have been removed e Heassemble the starter rope guide e Heassernble the controls and the eo presence contro bar to the upper handle CAUTION The opetatorp presence con trol 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 4 To ch iio ovino upper handle section wilt have to be turned over See Fig 16A e To change from medium low to low position only the lower handle section will have to be turned over 8 Fig 16B ENGINE 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 running too fastortoo slow take your iawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for epal and or adjustment SHIPPING POSITION MEDIUMLOW o MEDIUM HIG
39. ull starter handle siowly a few times to o Replace with new spark plug OTHER e Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems in the Customer Responsibilities distribute oil If possible store your unit indoors and cover it to give _ protection from dust and dirt Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover tha does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form anc will cause your unit to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM CAUTION Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a build ing where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure tno et tente aita ec STIR MERTON t PROBLEM Does not start Loss of power Poor cut uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Loss of drive Prices MEE Cf AN IN ey Grass catcher not filling if so equipped Hard to push CAUSE Dirty air filter Out of fuel Stale fuel Water in fuel Spark plug wire is disconnected Bad spark plug Loose blade or broken blade adapter Control bar in released position d de bar defective Rear otl m mower r housingiblade
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