Sears 917.37283 Lawn Mower User Manual
Contents
1. 83 Oil Drain Plug Oil Drain Plug Gasket Cil Seal Governor Shaft Washer Governor Gear Assy Includes 881 Governor Spool Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 Flywheel Key Flywheel Belleville Washer Flywheel Nut Solid State Ignition Spark Plug Cover Screw Torx T 15 410 24 x 1 Ground Wire Cylinder Head Gasket Cylinder Head Exhaust Valve Standard Size Exhaust Valve 1 32 Oversize Intake Valve Standard Size intake Valve 1 32 Oversize All Valves Include Reference 151 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Resistor Spark Plug RJ19LM Valve Spring Valve Spring Cap 26 MODEL NO 143 955500 REF PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 166 35827 Engine Shroud 169 27234A Valve Cover Gasket 172 32755 Valve Cover 178 29752 Nut and Lock Washer 1 4 28 182 6201 Screw 1 4 28 x 7 8 184 26756 Carburetor To intake Pipe Gasket 185 31384A Intake Pipe Includes Ref 224 186 34337 Governor Link 189 650838 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 191 36559 S E Brake Bracket includes 195 195 610973 Terminal 200 35727 Control Bracket Includes Reference Numbers 202 thru 205 202 36482 Compression Spring 203 31342 Compression Spring 204 650549 Screw 5 40 x 7 16 205 650777 Screw 6 32 x 21 32 207 34336 Throttle Link 215 1 Control Knob 223 650451 Screw 1 4 20x 1 224 34690A Intake Pipe Gasket 238 650932 Screw 410 32 x 49 64 239 34338 Air Cleaner Gasket 241 35797 Air Cleaner Collar 245 35066 Air Cleaner Filter 250 35065 Air Cleaner Cover 260 35826 Blower2. 4 mm SEARS OWNER S MANUAL CRAFTSMAN 5 5 HORSEPOWER 22 REAR DISCHARGE POWER PROPELLED 3 IN ONE CONVERTIBLE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model number Each en gine has its own mode number The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a MODEL NO decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing 91 7 372830 The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Roebuck and Co Service Center Department and most Retail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE e PRODUCT LAWN MOWER OR PARTS a MODEL NUMBER 917 372830 ENGINE MODEL NO 143 955500 FOR REPAIR SERVICE CALL e PART NUMBER THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER a PART DESCRIPTION 1 800 4 REPAIR 1 800 473 7247 Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS Sears trained technicians professional technicians INFORMATION AND specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to ORDERING CALL THIS you we service what we sell TOLL FREE NUMBER 1 800 FON PART 1 800 366 7278 28
3. 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 MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HORSEPOWER 5 5 DISPLACEMENT 12 6 CU IN GASOLINE CAPACITY 1 25 QUARTS AND TYPE UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE API SF SG SAE 30 ABOVE 32 F SAE 5W 30 below 32 F 20 OZS CHAMPION RJ19 LM STD361458 INTAKE 008 EXHAUST 008 OIL CAPACITY SPARK PLUG GAP 030 VALVE CLEARANCE SOLID STATE IGNITION AIR GAP BLADE BOLT TORQUE 0125 IN 35 40 FT LBS A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product Contact your nearest Sears store for details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your lawn mower Follow the instructions under Customer Responsibilities and Storage sections of this owner s manual defect in material or workmanship the date of purchase This Warranty does not cover air cleaners and spark plug if this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as rotary mower blades blade adapters belts e Repairs necessary because of operator abuse
4. 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 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 fuel tank or permanent damage may occur o 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 not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oi See ENGINE in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual CYLINDER se Remove spark plug Pour one ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hoie into cylinder Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil e Repiace 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 e If possible store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your unit with a suitable pro
5. RRNA RSNA TE SAE EE NE EEO DET ETT TTL TTT TE ODE TEE REF PART NO NO 125 126 130 135 150 151 36478A 26727 33734 36557 33735 30200 36558 34695 28277 30589 31383A 31335 650548 36281 32600 35801 36073 36074 36075 36070 36071 36072 36078 36077 36078 20381 32875 32610A 27241 35992 29914 35261 34311D 30572 28833 27897 30574A 30590A 30591 30588A 650488 611004 611109 650815 650816 34443A 610118 650814 34961 36477 36476 36471 36472 29314B 29315C 6021A 35395 35991 31673 DESCRIPTION Cylinder Includes Reference Numbers 2 7 20 and 125 Dowel Pin Breather Element Breather Assembly Includes Reference Numbers 6 and 12 Breather Gasket Screw 410 24 x 9 16 Breather Cover and Tube Breather Tube Elbow Washer Governor Rod Includes Ref 14 Governor Lever Governor Lever Clamp Screw 48 32 x 5 16 Extension Spring Oil Seal Crankshaft Piston Pin amp Ring Set Std Size Piston Pin amp Ring Set 010 Over Piston Pin amp Ring Set 020 Over Piston amp Pin Assembly Std Size Piston amp Pin Assembly 010 Over Piston amp Pin Assembly 020 Over Assemblies Include Ref 43 Ring Set Piston Standard Size Ring Set Piston 010 Oversize Ring Set Piston 020 Oversize Piston Pin Retaining Ring Connecting Rod Assy Incl 46 Connecting Rod Boit Valve Lifter Camshaft BCR Oil Pump Assembly Mounting Flange Gasket Mounting Flange Incl 72 thru
6. Self Propelled Mowers R Sharpen Replace Mower Blade Lubrication Chart Clean Battery Recharge L El lectric Sta rt Mowers Lc E Check Engine Oil Level N Change Engine Oil G Clean Air Filter E Inspect Muffler EN Replace Spark Plug BE Replace Air riter Paper Cartridge Check for Loose Fasteners FEN PENES Clear inspect Grass Catcher If Equipped 1 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in a high ai ADI ent i emperatires 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 4 Charge 48 hours at end of season GENERAL 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 maintain mower as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season e Once a year replace ihe 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 betier and last longer Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual BEFORE EACH USE e Check engine oil level Check for loose fasteners LUBRICAT
7. blade and attaching hardware bolt fock washer and hardened washer NOTE Remove the blade adapter and check the key inside hub of blade adapter The key must be in good condition to work properly Replace adapter if damaged TO REPLACE BLADE See Fig 11 Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are aligned e Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two 2 holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter Be sure the trailing edge of blade opposite sharp edge is up toward the engine e Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened washer into blade adapter and crankshaft e Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade boit turning clockwise The recommended tightening torque is 35 40 ft Ibs IMPORTANT BLADE BOLT iS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED NOTE We do not recommend sharpening blade but if you do be sure the biade is balanced TO SHARPEN BLADE Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower e Tocheckblade balance drive a nailinto a beamor wall Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal p
8. inch CLEANING IMPORTANT FOR BEST PERFORMANCE KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT UP GRASS AND TRASH CLEAN THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER AFTER EACH USE CAUTION Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark piug e 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 e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system muffler air filler and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in shortened engine life CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVEH 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 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS e Release control bar Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped e Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT in the Operation section of this manual REAR DEFLE
9. its entirety before you attempt fo assemble or operate your new lawn mower Your new lawn mower has been assembied at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes All parts such as nuts washers bolts etc necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON Remove loose parts included with mower e Cut down two end comers of carton and lay end panel down flat Removealipacking materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper e Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thor oughly for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER TO UNFOLD HANDLE See Fig 1 IMPOHTANT UNFOLD HANDLES CAREFULLY SO AS NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES s Raise handles until lower handle section locks into place in mowing position e Raise upper handle section into place on lower handle CIN protective padding and tighten both handie nobs e Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort Refer to Adjust Handle in the Service and Adjustment section of this manual TO INSTALL ATTAC
10. turns when the engine is running Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator pres ence controi bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 6 e Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut Wheels are set in low cut for shipping Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements Medium position is best for most lawns e To change cutting height squeeze adjuster lever to 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 7 To remove grass catcher release operator presence control bar to stop engine e Lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the handle e Do not drag the bag when emptying it will cause unnecessary wear DRIVE CONTROL See Fig 8 e 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 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 propelling e To keep drive control engaged when turning corners push down
11. 16 Operator Presence Lawn Mower nnn 2 Spark PIU as eth 14 C ee DE ibi AR p Specifications 2222222 3 ustomer Responsibilities 3 12 Alt FIRS annees 14 M pco B Blade Care Re lacement ERA 13 5 ceci m a ee NOS ee Drive Wheels RARE qd Starting the Engine 10 ENGINE RRS 14 Maintenance Schedule 12 Stopping the Engine 10 Lubrication assess 14 Mowing Tips sss 10 Storage 16 Spark Plug eese 14 Cutting Levels 9 el 0 T il f FE 001 6 aes 12 TIOUDIG NORGE 8 ORUE aaa 16 W Warranty 0001010101 3 LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES 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 ENGINE mE 58 OUS 5 SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIRFILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER REAR BAG OPTIONAL REPLACEMENT OPTIONAL IBAG FOR REAR N CATCHER FOR DISCHARGE X SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS _ LAWN MOWER LAWNMOWER MAINTENANCE aa BELT BLADE LAWN MOWER ADAPTER 0 COVER ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in
12. 2 88652 51793 84676X479 131959 103672X 134612 146389 146847 DESCRIPTION Handle Bracket Assembly Left Handle Bracket Assembly Right Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 8 Hex Washer Head Screw 110 24 x 1 2 Guide Clip Lawn Mower Housing Incl Key 14 15 51 amp 52 Blade Adapter Blade 22 Hardened Washer Helical Washer 3 8 24 x 1 3 8 Gr 8 Hex Head Machine Screw 3 8 24 x 1 3 8 Gr 8 Front Baffle Danger Decal Locknut 3 8 16 Hinge Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 Hairpin Cotter Lower Handle Handle Bolt Hope Guide Debris Shield Engine Craftsman Model No 143 955500 Owner s Manual English Spanish Available accessories not included with lawn mower 71 33303 71i 33623 7i 33500 71 33300 71 33417 71 33316 Clipping Deflector Gas Can 2 5 gal Fuel Stabilizer SAE 30W Oil 20 oz Dust Shield Mower Cover REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 372830 22 REPAIR PARTS c KEY PART NO O 00 0o COO NO 145755 48385 63601 144929 137078 700875 77400 145212 86960 700783 12000058 137054 88080 88118 67725 701037 702182 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 372830 DESCRIPTION Control Cable Assembly Control Head Kit Locknut 410 24 Hex Washer Head Screw 410 24 x 2 12 V Belt Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 2 Hubcap Washer Nylon Bushing Wheel amp Tire Assembly E Ring Pinion Dust Cover Felt Washer Washer 1 2 x 1 1 2 4 Sele
13. 8 PARTS ORDERING SERVICE cc 28 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE esee eere eer 12 l A f E Operation 6668660 388 2 1 1 1 1 eas 5 Engine Drive CODES oreet 9 Adjustments Air xu 14 Engine Control 9 lte i eT 16 Oil 62 8 6 2 14 Grass Catcnes Oil Level ee 14 Niower e 9 Drive Belt LSA 15 Oil T Engine Speed 16 A ype aS ees 14 Operator Presence Handle Height sass 16 tar ng ss i0 Control Bafa 9 Height of Cut 9 FLU emen enne 10 Options Air Filter 101890608 uet 16 Accessories esses 5 Replacement 14 SONIC e 14 Fuel 2 8 Repair Parts ASSEMDIY nannte 9 PACH ac ostium es 3 2 S iaie a tas 25 7 B S aa Petter ree rere rere rere ree rer ere 2 Lawn Mower Me Nac de por 20 24 z Bn jio Responsibilities Customer 3 12 14 Sharpening sese 13 H 5 Replacemant 13 Handle Adjustment f Assembly 6 Safety Rules RE 2 6 Cutting Height aan 16 Service and Adjustments 15 Controls Carburetor 22 2 16 Drive Control sss 8 L Drive BOR RSS 15 Engine Zone Control 8 Lubrication Engine Speed 16 Engine Speed Control 8 Engine sass 14 Handle 1 1 1 1 0
14. 90703 590535 590701 MODEL NO 143 955500 DESCRIPTION Carburetor Complete Includes Ref 184 of Engine Parts List Throttle Shaft and Lever Assembly Throttie Retum Spring Dust Seal Washer Dust Seal Throttle Throttle Shutter Shutter Screw Fuel Fitting Float Bowl Float Shaft Float Float Bowl O Ring Inlet Needle Seat and Clip Includes Reference Number 31 Spring Clip Primer Bulb Retainer Ring Primer Bulb Filter High Speed Bow Nut Bow Nut Washer Welch Plug Atmospheric Vent DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Complete Spring Pin Includes Reference 4 Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley amp Rewind Spring Assembly Starter Housing Assembly 40 Degree Grommet Starter Rope 98 Long 9 64 Dia Starter Handle NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REF PART NO OOO CO 4 Ap OM A Or NO 590637 590599 590600 590615 590601 590598 590616 90617 590618A 590619 590620 590638 590535 590452 DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Spring Pin Includes Reference 4 Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley Assembly includes Reference Numbers 9 and 10 Rewind Spring Spring Cover Starter Housing Assembly 40 Degree Grommet Starter Rope 98 Long 9 64 Dia Starter Handle NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25
15. CTOR The rear deflector attached between the rear 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 See Fig 14 Remove drive cover Remove belt by pushing down on gear case pulley s Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel cap up Remove blade e Remove debris shield Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft Install new belt by reversing above steps e Always use factory approved belt to assure fit and long life 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE See Figs 15 Thru 17 Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your mowing comfort Four 4 positions are available high medium high medium low and low Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position e Tochange from medium low to medium high position the upper and lower handle sections will have to be turned over See Fig 15B e Remove the controls and operator presence control bar from the upper handle e Remove the starter rope guide from the lower handle e Remove hairpin cotters e Disconnect the lower handle from the handle brackets See Fig 17 Turn the handle over and reassemble the hairpin cotters that have been removed Heassembie the starter rope guide Reassembie t
16. HMENTS See Fig 2 Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher To convert to bagging or discharging e Open rear door and remove mulcher plate Store muicher plate in a safe place You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflec tor e To return to mulching operation install mulcher plate into discharge opening of mower Be sure all tabs are seated properly OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR UPPER HANDLE MULCHER PLATE TABS FIG 2 CAUTION Do notrun your lawn mower without mulcher plate 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 ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS CATCHER See Figs 3A thru 4C To assemble tubular frame to grass bag work sewn hem of bag out through the front opening of bag to expose the hem Thread tubular frame into hem and gather material at top of frame as shown e Push frame inside bag through the opening until only the ends of frame are exposed out of the front NOTE Do not close the flip lid at this time e Assemble lower frame to tubular frame as shown Be sure frames are fully seated together 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 Close the flip lid Flip lid must be close
17. Housing 262 650831 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 263A 35821 Starter Grill 275 36473 Muffler Includes Reference 277 277 650988 Screw 1 4 20 x 2 1 4 285 35000A Starter Cup 287 650926 Screw 38 32 x 21 64 290 34357 Fuel Line 292 26460 Fuel Line Clamp 300 35586 Fuel Tank Includes 292 and 301 301 35355 Fuel Cap 305 35819A Oil Ful Tube 306 34265 O Ring 307 35499 O Ring 309 650936 Screw 10 32 x 13 32 310 35822 Dipstick 313 34080 Spacer 347 650898 Screw 10 32 x 27 32 370 35167 Control Decal 370A 36261 Lubrication Decal 380 632681 Carburetor Includes Ref 184 390 590702 Rewind Starter 400 36481 Gasket Set Includes All Items Marked 416 36085 Spark Arrester Kit Optional Includes Reference Number 417 417 650760 Screw 48 32 x 3 8 Optional RPM Settings Low Speed 2450 2750 High Speed 2900 3200 NOTE This engine could have been built with 590637 Starter Refer to design of air intake louvers for part identification Individual starter parts do not interchange NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE CARBURETOR NO 632681 27 REF PAR NO NO Z0 OO n 12 13 632681 631615 631767 631184 631183 632504 650506 631775 631867 631024 632019 631028 631021 631022 632694 632647 632682 27110 631027 PART NO 590702 590599A 590600 590696 590601 590697 590698 590699 590700 5
18. ION Keep unit weil lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART 12 LUBRICATION CHART D wHEEL ADJUSTER 1 BRAKE SPRING BRACKET NGINE OIL 1 REAR DOOR HANDLE BRACKET HINGE MOUNTING PIN D SPRAY LUBRICANT REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE SEC TION IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte nance TIRES e Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber e Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage BLADE CARE For best results mower blade must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades TO REMOVE BLADE See Fig 11 e 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 Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with neavy cloth Remove blade bolt by turning counter clockwise Use a 9 16 box or open end wrench Remove
19. SEARS OWNER S MANUAL e Assembly e Operation e Customer Responsibilities e Service e Adjustments Repair Parts Caution Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 146847 10 05 94 Printed in U S A Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A SAFETY RULES REPAIRS A CAUTION ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHEREIT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP TRANSPORTING ADJUSTING OR MAKING IMPORTANT A 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 CIRCUM STANCES TRAINING Read this operator s manual carefully Become familiar with the controls and know how to operate your mower properly Learn how to quickly stop mower Do not 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 Do not use accessory attachments that are not recom mended by the manufacturer Use of such attachments may be hazardo
20. charge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it Before cleaning inspecting or repairing your mower stop the engine and make absolutely sure the 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 personal 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 f 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 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE e Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be sure they are tightened properly Check all bolts nuts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sur
21. ctor Knob Drive Cover Decal KEY NO PART NO 87866 750097 137088 132010 137052 48323 850848 146197 702511 137090 STD541425 75192 146198 144747 141245 86012 851552 144748 DESCRIPTION Pan Head Tapping Screw 3110 24 x 2 3 4 Hex Washer Head Screw 140 24 x 3 4 Drive Cover Hex Flange Nut Drive Pulley Drive Contro Cable Kit Hi Pro Key Wheel Adjuster Assembly Left Gear Case Assembly Spring Locknut 1 4 20 Spring Wheel Adjuster Assembly Right Frame Throat Grassbag Assembly Driveshaft Cover Screw Pan Head Hi Lo 10 16 x 1 2 Frame Tube REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NO 917 372830 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 KEY PART NO ORUNA NO 17490416 137055X004 137053 57072 48373 77881 137051 137074 57079 DESCRIPTION Tapping Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 Engagement Bracket Shifter Seal Gear Case Halves Kit Includes Key Nos 4 5 and 7 Bearing Worm Shaft Drive Shaft Hardened Washer 24 KEY PART NG NO 131484 700343 86447 137050 750436X 750369 12000003 850848 81585X004 DESCRIPTION Clutch Yoke Bushing Plug Helical Gear Clutch Jaw Grease E Ring Hi Pro Key Spring Bracket NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO 143 955500 MODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS HERE T 2 at 347 2 25 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE
22. d while operating lawn mower e Lift the rear door on the mower housing and place the grass catcher frame onto the formed tabs on the rear door hinge bracket The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass catcher frame CAUTION Do notrun your m mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear 6 door removed or propped open 1 SEWN HEM Pull out through front of opening TUBULAR FRAME Thread into sewn hem FIG 3B TUBULAR FRAME Push inside bag Frames must be fully seated CATCHER FRAME VINYL BINDING FIG 4B OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE MULCHER PLATE ENGINE OIL CAP W DIPSTICK f WHEEL ADJUSTER ON EACH WHEEL MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR DRIVE CONTROL LEVER STARTER HANDLE GASOLINE CAP PRIMER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL DRIVE COVER HOUSING 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 Commissi
23. e blade Bent engine crankshaft Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is released Bent engine crankshaft Blade adapter broken Biade dragging in grass Drive wheels not turning with drive contro engaged Belt not driving Cutting height too low Lift on blade worn off Catcher not venting air Low engine speed zh OOD o o gt BON SD dert t Replace tad Tighten blade bolt Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter Depress control bar to handle hs ace contra bar Set in Higher Cut position Set in Higher Cut position Clean replace air filter Clean underside of mower housing Check level Cut at siower walking speed Set all wheels at same height Set engine speed control in fast position Clear underside of mower housing Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Contact authorized service center depariment Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope Contact authorized service center department Replace blade adapter Move iawn 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 Raise cutting height Replace biade Clean grass catcher Set engine speed conirol in fast position Hard to push Grass is too high or wheel height is too low Raise cutting height Rear of lawn mower ho
24. e mower is in safe working condi tion Keep ali 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 as a hot water heater space heater clothes dryer etc IT MEANS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED A LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn Mower It has been designed engineered and manufac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center Department We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this lawn mower Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE 917 372830 THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON
25. he controls and the operator presence control bar to the upper handle CAUTION Theoperator presence con trol bar must pivot freely to permit blade brake engagement when control bar is released Do not over tighten the XU fasteners holding the controls to the upper handie e To change from medium iow to high position only the upper handle section will have to be turned over See Fig 16A To change from medium low to low position only the lower handle section will have to be turned over See Fig 16B ENGINE ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may resultin personal injury If you believe that the engine is running too fastortoo slow take your lawn 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 repair and or adjustment 16 SHIPPING POSITION MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH FIG 16 FIG 168 SQUEEZE TO REMOVE HANDLE BRACKET HAIRPIN CLIP FlG 17 STORAGE immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dir
26. lubricantto the proper level at the factory The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case e flubricant is required use only Texaco Starplex Pre mium 1 Grease Part No 750369 Do not substitute CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature 30 32 40 60 80 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils BW30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or atleast once a 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 fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot c
27. odegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn RHI 3 UAE AN Always mulch with your highest engine blade speed d 13 AH as this will provide the best recutting action of the M T blades se Avoidcutting 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 e 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 lf 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 e Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re quire that an area be mulched a 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 north to south one week then change to east to west the next week This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn i 11 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE IM Clean Lawn Mower inspect Clean Drive Wheels
28. ome in contact with spark plug e Remove engine oil cap lay aside on a clean surface o Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable container Rock fawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine e Fill engine with oil Fill only to the FULL line on the dipstick DO NOT OVER FILL Replace engine oil cap Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter Replace the air filter every year more often if you mow in very dusty dirty conditions Do not wash air filter TO CHANGE AIR FILTER See Fig 13 e Remove the airfilter cover by turning counterclockwise to the stop and pull away from collar e Remove filter from inside of cover e Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation e Insert new filter into cover e Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab with the slot e Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten 14 CONTAINER zm COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO REMOVE TURN CLOCKWISE TO TIGHTEN AIR FILTER COVER FIG 13 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUG Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better Set spark plug gap at 030
29. on 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 8 PRIMER pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine STARTER HANDLE used for starting the engine DRIVE CONTROL LEVER used to engage power pro pelled forward motion of lawn mower ENGINE SPEED CONTROL located on the side of the engine which allows you to select either fast or slow 4i engine speed MULCHER PLATE must be removed to convert to bag ging or discharging operation OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER CAUTION Do notrun your lawn mower without mulcher plate in place and door closed or without an approved clipping deflector or grasscatcher in place i Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open ENGINE SPEED See Fig 5 The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine Fast 4 amp position is for starting the engine normal cutting and better grass bagging Slow position is for light cutting trimming and fuel economy ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CAUTION Federai 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 con trol The blade
30. on handle and lift front wheels off ground while turning lawn mower SO ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER LOWER WHEELS RAISE WHEELS FOR HIGH CUT FOR LOW CUT OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR DRIVE CONTROL DRIVE CONTROL DRIVE CONTRO DISENGAGED FIG 8 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL See Fig 9 i Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine e Besure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean e Remove engine oil cap w dipstick and fill to the full line on the dipstick e Use20 ozs of oil For type and grade of oll to use see ENGINE in Customer Responsibilities section of this manual e Pour oil slowly Do not over fill e Check oil level before each use Add oil if needed Fill to full line on dipstick To read proper level tighten engine cap each time e Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten e After the first two 2 hours of mowing change the oil and every 25 hours thereafter You may need to change the oii more often under dusty dirty conditions GAS See Fig 9 e Fill gasoline tank with fresh clean unleaded gasoline DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASOLINE BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVER FILL TANK 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
31. or negligence including bent crankshatts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner s manual WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO D 817 WA HOFFMAN ESTATES ILLINOIS 60179 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair free of charge any TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 000 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS rreraren 45 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS assesses 3 STORAGE LSE eA 47 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 3 12 14 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 WARRANTY 3 REPAIR PARTS LAWN MOWER ce DES 20 24 ASSEMBLY rre 6 REPAIR PARTS ENGINE esee 25 27 OPERATION Mec TaN NNC aes
32. osition If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced 13 BLADE ADAPTER i BLADE BOLT HARDENED WASHER TRAILING ta b i FOCK WASHER EDGE BLADE ADAPTER eee Meo 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 If 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 you 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 cleaned to free drive wheels If necessary to clean the drive wheels check both front wheels s Remove hubcaps hairpin cotters and washers s Remove wheels from wheel adjusters 2 Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the dust cover pinion and or drive wheel gear teeth e Put wheels back in place e f after cleaning the drive wheels do not turn freely contact your nearest authorized service center GEAR CASE e To keep your drive system working properly the gear case and area around the drive should be kept clean and free of trash build up Clean underthe drive cover twice a season e The gear case is filled with
33. ower housing one 1 wheel adiuster 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 4 position When using a rear discharge lawn mower in moist heavy grass clumps of cut grass may not enter the grass catcher Reduce ground speed pushing speed and or run the awn moweroverthe area a second time e ffatraltofgrassclippingsisleftonthe 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 e Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff This will help engine air flow and extend engine life Poresincloth 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 OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT FOR BEST PERFORMANCE KEEP NO Ee MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT UP GRASS AND urit UNIT 5 TRASH SEE CLEANING IN CUSTOMER TATTLE SE te IY f i AXIR RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip t f V M PINE 41 pings many times and reduce them in size so that as m i they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass M 167 f 7 and not be noticed Also the mulched grass will wp AUS d 7 1 1 bi
34. t grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area e 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 paris for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped 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 handie clears the handle bracket then move handle forward e Loosen upper handie mounting bolts enough to allow upper handle to be folded back IMPORTANT WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION BE SUHE TO FOLD THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROL CABLES Whensetting up your handle from the storage position the lower handle will automatically lock into the mowing position LOWER HANDLE HANDLE BRACKET SQUEEZE TO FOLD HAIRPIN OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR UPPER HANDLE FOLD FORWARD FOR STORAGE 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
35. tective 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 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 SERVICE NOTES TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS rr E MISI A t mem PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Does not start Dirty air filter 1 Clean replace air filter Out of fuet 2 Fill fuel tank Stale fuel 3 Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel Water in fuel 4 Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh gasoline Spark plug wire is disconnected Connect wire fo plug Bad spark plug Replace spark plug Loss of power Foor cut uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Loss of drive Grass catcher not filling if so equipped Loose blade or broken blade adapter Control bar in released position Control bar d fectiva Rear of lawn mower duane in heavy grass Cutting too much grass Dirty air filter Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Too much oil in engine Walking Spo too fast Worm bent or loose Spade Wheel heights uneven Low engine speed Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Worn bent or loos
36. us Be aware that the mower blade tums when the engine is running PREPARATION e 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 vour 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 orwhenthe engine is hot Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your mower Never attempt to do this while the engine is running Mow only in daylight or good artificial light OPERATION Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being cut Do not let other interests distract you Do not mow wet or slippery grass Never run while operating your mower Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handles and walk Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at ail 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 dis
37. using blade dragging Raise rear of lawn mower housing one 1 in grass setting higher Grass catcher too full i 3 Empty grass catcher Handle height position not right for you 4 Adjust handie height to suit 19 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 372830 iN tz mu 1 oe REPAIR PARTS Le KEY NO O O YO O14 N PART NO 145646X479 130861 74350424 133170X479 85827 136376 STD541425 145793 48137 128415 86344 STD512505 77400 700483X479 700365X479 133190X479 140661X479 140540 85543 87677 83923 700326X007 146249 142748 62335 145935X004 701037 700331X004 84920 700327X007 55187 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917 372830 DESCRIPTION Upper Handie Engine Zone Control Cable Hex Head Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 Mulcher Plate Cable Clip Handle Knob Locknut 1 4 20 Control Bar Rear Door Kit Pop Rivet Self Tapping Screw 10 24 x 5 8 Hex Tapping Screw w Sems 1 4 20 x 1 2 Hubcap Back Piate Side Baffle Discharge Baffle Rear Baffle Rear Skirt Engine Pulley Hi Pro Key 505 Hex Flange Nut Wheel Adjusting Bracket Left Wheel Shoulder Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Spring Washer Axle Arm Assembly Selector Knob Selector Spring Spacer Wheel Adjusting Bracket Right Thread Cutting Screw w Sems 5 16 18 x 3 4 KEY NO PART NO 140629X479 140628X479 850998 750097 87930 48348 851514 141114 851074 850263 851084 700869X479 85463 75159
38. 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 TO START ENGINE Tostartacold 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 e Move engine speed control lever to fast 4 position e Hold operator presence control bar down to the handie and pull starter handie quickly Do not allow starter rope to snap back Tostopengine release operator presence control 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 If you do flood engine wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps 10 GASOLINE FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL CAP W DIPSTICK MOWING TIPS Unger certain conditions such as very tall grass it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings e For extremely heavy cutting reduce the width of cut and raise the rear of the lawn m
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