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Owner's ManualI I :RAFTSMAN , )ROTARY LAWN MOWER7.0 HorsepowerPower -Propsuec2 1 1 1 Multi-CutModel No.917.377240
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CAUTION:Read and follow allSafety Rules and Instructionsbefore operating this equipmentSears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
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TABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty 2Safety Rules 2~4Product Specifications 4Assembly I Pre-Operation 6Operation 7~11Maintenance Schedule 12
Mai ntenance 12-15Service and Adjustments 15-16Storage 16~17Troubleshooting 17-18Repair Parts 36-43Sears Service Back Cover
WARRANTYLIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWERFor 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 theowner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warrantyapplies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.This Warranty does not cover: Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mowerblades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug. Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-tained in the owner's manual.Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest SearsParts & Repair Center in the United States. This warranty applies only while this productis used in the United States.This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights whichvary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck And Co., 0/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in seriousinjury or death.ALook for this symbol to point outimportant safety precautions. It meansCAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!YO UR S AFETY IS IN VO LVED .AWARNING: In order to prevent ac-cidental starting when setting up, trans-porting, adjusting or making repairs,always disconnect spark plug wire andplace wire where i t cannot come in con-tact with plug.AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of itsconstituents, and certain vehicle compo-nents contain or emit chemicals knownto the State of California to cause cancerand birth defects or other reproductiveharm.
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AWARNING: Battery posts. terminals andrelated accessories contain lead and leadcompounds, chemicals known to the Stateo f C alifo rn ia to cause cancer and birthdefects or other reproductive harm. Washhands after handling.hAUTION: Muffler and other engineparts become extremely hot duringoperation and remain hot after engine hasstopped. To avoid severe burns on contact,stay away from these areas.
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I. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow allinstructions on the machine and in themanual(s) before starting. Be thoroughlyfamiliar with the controls and the properuse of the machine before starting. Do not put hands or feet near or underro tating parts. K eep clear of the dis-charge opening at all times. Only allow responsible individuals, whoare familiar with the instructions, to oper -ate the machine. Clear the area of objects such as rocks,toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., whichcould be picked up and thrown by theblade. Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area. Do not operate the mower when bare-foot or wearing open sandals. Alwayswear substantial foot wear. Do not pull mower backwards unlessabsolutely necessary. Always look downand behind before and while movingbackwards. Do not operate the mower withoutproper guards, plates, grass catcher orother safety protective devices in place. See manufacturer's instructions forproper operation and installation ofaccessories. Only use accessories ap-proved by the manufacturer. S top the blade(s) when crossing graveldrives, walks, or roads. Stop the engine (motor) whenever youleave the equipment, before cleaning themower or unclogging the chute. Shut the engine (motor) off and wait untilthe blade comes to complete stop beforeremoving grass catcher. Mow only in daylight or good artificiallight. Do not operate the machine while underthe influence of alcohol or drugs. Never operate machine in wet grass.Always be sure of your footing: keep afirm hold on the handle and walk; neverrun. Disengage the self-propelled rnech-anism or drive clutch on mowers soequipped before starting the engine(motor). If the equipment should start to vibrateabnormally, stop the engine (motor) andcheck immediately for the cause. Vibra-tion is generally a warning of trouble. Always wear safety goggles or safetyglasses with Side shields when operatingmowe~ 3
II. SLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor related to slipand fall accidents which can result Insevere injury. All slopes require extra cau-tion. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do notmow it.DO: Mow across the face of slopes: neverup and down. Exercise extreme cautionwhen changing direction on slopes. RemOV9 obstacles such a s ro ck s, tre elimbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tallgrass can hide obstacles.DO NOT: Do not trim near drop-efts, ditches orembankments. The operator could losefooting or balance. Do not trim excessively steep slopes. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced foot-ing could cause slipping.III. CHILDRENTragic accidents can occu r if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to the machineand the mowing activity. Never assumethat children will remain where you lastsaw them. Keep children out of the trimming areaand under the watchful care of anotherresponsible adult. Be alert and turn machine off if childrenenter the area. Before and while walking backwards,look behind and down for small children. Never allow children to operate the rna-chine. Use extra care when approaching blindcorners, shrubs, trees, or other objectsthat may obscure vision.IV. SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline andother fuels. They are flammable andvapors are explosive.~Use only an approved container.
~Never remove gas cap or add fuelwith the engine running.Allow engine to cool before refueling.Do not smoke.- Never refuel the machine indoors.- Never store the machine or fuelcontainer inside where there is anopen flame, such as a water heater. Never run a machine inside a closed area. Never make adjustments or repairs withthe engine (motor) running. Disconnectthespark plug wire, and keep the wire awayfrom the plug to prevent accidental starting.
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Keep nuts and bolts, especially bladeattachment bolts, tight and keep equip-ment in good condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Checktheir proper operation regularly. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, orother debris build-up. Clean oil orfuel spil l-age. Allow machine to cool before storing. Stop and inspect the equipment if youstrike an object. Repair, if necessarybefore restarting. Never attempt to make wheel height adjust-ments while the engine (motor) is running.
Grass catcher components are subjectto wear, damage, and deterioration,which could expose moving parts orallow objects to be thrown. Frequentlycheck components and replace withmanufacturer's recommended parts,when necessary. Mower blades are sharp and can cut.Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and'. , use extra caution when servicing them. Do not change the engine governor set-ting or overspeed the engine.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSSerial Number:Date of Purchase:Gasoline Capacity I Type: 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32F)Oil Capacity: 20 OuncesSpark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RC12YCBlade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs. The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mowerhousing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.
Repair Protection AgreementsCongratulations on making a smart pur-chase. Your new Craftsman product isdesigned and manufactured for years ofdependable operation. But like all prod-ucts, it may require repair from time totime. That's when having a Repair Protec-tion Agreement can save you money andaggravation.Purcbese a Repair Protection Agreementnow and protect yourself from unexpectedhassle and expense,Here's what's included in the Agreement: Expert service by our 12,000 profe-s lona l repair specialists. Unlimited service and no charge forparts and labor on all covered repairs. Product replacement if your coveredproduct can't be fixed. Discount of 10% from regular price ofservice and service-related parts notcovered by the agreement; also, 10%off regular price of preventive mainte-nance check.
Fast help by phone - phone supportfrom a Sears technician on productsrequiring in-home repair, plus conve-nient repair scheduling.Once you purchase the Agreement, asimple phone call is all that it takes for youto schedule service. You can call anytimeday or night, or schedule a service ap-pointment online.Sears has over 12,000 professional repairspecialists, who have access to over 4.5mi llion qualit y parts and accessories.That's the kind of professionalism you cancount on to help prolong the life of yournew purchase for years to come. Purchaseyour Repair Protection Agreement today!Some limitations and exclusions apply.For prices and additional informationcall 1-800-827-6655.Sears Installation ServiceFor Sears professional installation of homeappliances, garage door openers, waterheaters, and other major home items, inthe U.S.A. call1-800-4-MY-HOME.
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ACCESSORIESThese accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are notsh ipped w ith your m ower. T hey are also availab le at m ost Sea rs re ta il outlets andservice centers. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
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ASSEMBLY I PRE~OPERATIONRead these instructions and this manual in Operator presence -"VAits entirety before you attempt to assemble control baror operate your new lawn mower.IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped Upper handle ---/WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.Your new lawn mower has been assembled atthe factory with the exception of those partsleft unassembled for shipping purposes. Toensure safe and properoperation ofyour lawnmower, all parts and hardware you assemblemust be tightened securely. Use the correcttools as necessary to ensure proper tiqht-ness. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts,etc., necessary to complete the assemblyhave been placed in the parts bag.TO REMOVE MOWER FROM CARTON1. Remove loose parts included with mower.2. Cut down two end corners of cartonand lay end panel down flat.3. Remove all packing materials exceptpadding between upper and lowerhandle and padding holding operatorpresence control bar to upper handle.4. Roll lawn mower out of carton andcheck carton thoroughly for additionalloose parts.HOW TO SET UPYOUR MOWERTO UNFOLD HANDLEIMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully soas not to pinch or damage control cables.1. Raise handles until lower handle secwtion locks into place in mowing position.2. Remove protective padding, raise up -per handle section into place on lowerhandle and tighten both handle knobs.3. Remove handle padding holding operatorpresence control bar to upper handle.Your lawn mower handle can be adjustedfor your mowing comfort. Refer to "AOwJUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjus t -ments section of this manual.
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TO A SSE MBLE ;.G RA SS C AT CHE R1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bagwith rigid part of bag on the bottom.Make sure the frame handle is outsideof the bag top.2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, holdthem in warm water for a few minutes. I fbag gets wet, let it dry before using.
TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTSYour lawn mower was shipped ready to beused as a mulcher. To convert mower tobagging or discharging, see "TO CON-VERT MOWER" in the Operation sectionof this manual.
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OPERATIONKNOW VOUR LAW N M OW ERREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarizeyou rse lf w it h the lo ca tio n o f v ario us c on tro ls a nd adjustments. Save this m anu al fo rfuture reference.These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with theproduct. Learn and understand their meaning.A @
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The operation of any lawnmower can result in foreignobjects thrown into the- " " " " " , 1 1 1 1 ! 1 1 ~ " " eyes, which can result insevere eye damage. Alwayswear safety glasses or eye shields whileoperating your lawn mower or performingany adjustments or repairs. We recom-mend a standard safety glasses or widevision safety mask worn over spectacles.HOWlO U SE YO UR LAWN MOW ERENGINE SPEEDThe engine speed was set at the factoryfor optimum performance. Speed is notadjustable.ENGINE ZONE CONTROLACAUTlON: Federal regulations requirean engine control to be installed on thislawn mower in order to minimize therisk of blade contact injury. Do not underany circumstances attempt to defeat thefunction of the operator control. The bladeturns when the engine is running. Your lawn mower is equipped with anoperator presence control bar whichrequires the operator to be positionedbehind the lawn mower handle to startand operate the lawn mower.D RIVE C ON TR OL Self-propelling is controlled by hold-ing the operator presence control bardown to the handle and pulling the drivecontrol bar up to the handle. The closerto the handle the bar is pulled, the fasterthe unit will travel. Forward motion will stop when either theoperator presence control bar or drivecontrol bar are released. To stop forwardmotion without stopping engine, releasethe drive control bar only. Hold operatorpresence control bar down against handleto continue mowing without self-propelling.NOTE : If after releasing the drive controlthe mower will not roll backwards, pushthe mower forward slightly to disengagedrive wheels.~ To keep drive control enga~ad whenturning corners, push down on thehandle to lift the front wheels off theground while turning lawn mower.
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DRIVECONTROLENGAGED
DRIVECONTROLDISENGAGED
DR IVE C ONTR OL A DJUSTM EN TOver time, the drive control system maybecome "loose", resulting in decreasedspeed. There is a thumbscrew on theunderside of the drive control housing toincrease tension on the drive cable. Pro-ceed as follows:1. Turn unit off and disconnect spark plugwire from spark plug.2. Rotate thumbscrew counter-clockwiseto tighten the drive cable.3. Operate mower to test drive speed.4. If condition fails to improve after theabove steps (forward speed remainsthe same), your drive belt is worn andshould be replaced.NOTE: If mower begins to "creep" forward,the drive cable is too tight. Rotate thumb-screw clockwise to loosen drive cable.T O A DJU ST CUTTING HEIGHTRaise wheels for low cut and lower wheelsfor high cut, adjust cutti~g heigh.t ,to ~uityour requirements. Medium position ISbest for most lawns. To change cutting height, squeeze ad-juster lever toward wheel. Move wheelup or down to suit your requirements. Besure all wheels are in the same setting.NOTE: Adjuster is properly positionedwhen plate tab inserts into hole in lever.Also, 9position adjusters (if so equipped)allow l ever to be positioned between theplate tabs.LEVER BACKWARDTO LOWER MOWER
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TO CONVERT MOW ERYour lawn mower was shipped ready to beused as a mulcher. To convert to baggingor discharging:REAR BAGG ING Lift rear door of the lawn mower andplace the grass catcher frame hooksonto the door pivot pins. T o conve rt to m ulch ing or d isch arg in goperation, remove grass catcher andclose rear door.
Rear Grass"'--door catcherhandle
SIDE DISCHARGING Rear door must be closed. Open mulcher door and install dis-charge deflector under door as shown. Mower is now ready for dischargingoperation. To convert to mulching or baggingoperation, discharge deflector must beremoved and mulcher door must beclosed.SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN
CONVERTING YOUR.L.~WN MOWER" ,FOR MULCHING -1. Rear door closed.2. Mulcher door closed.FOR REAR BAGGING -1. Grass catcher installed.2. Mulcher door closed.FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -1. Rear door closed.2. Discharge deflector installed.ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn mowerwithout rear door closed, clipping deflectoror approved grass catcher in place. Neverattempt to operate the lawn mower withthe rear door removed or propped open.
Openmulcherdoor
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TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER1. Lift up on grass catcher using theframe handle.2. Remove grass catcher with clippingsfrom under lawn mower handle.3. Empty clippings from bag using bothframe handle and bag handle.NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty-ing; it will cause unnecessary wear.
GrasscatcherframehandleBaghandle
B EFO RE S TA RT IN G E NG IN EADD OILYour lawnmower is shipped without oil inthe engine. For type and grade of oil touse, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenancesection of this manual.A CAUT ION : DO NOT overfill engine withoil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffleron startup.1. Be sure lawn mower is level .2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout.3. You receive a container of oil with theunit. Slowly pour the entire containerdown the oil fill spout into the engine.NOTE: Initial oil fill requires only 18 oz.due to residual oil in engine from them a nu fa ctu re rs 100% q ua lity te stin g. W h e nchanging oil you may need 20 oz.4. Insert and tighten dipstick.IMPORTANT: Check oil level before each use. Add oil
i f needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. Change the oil after every 25 hours ofoperation or each season. You mayneed to change the oil more oftenunder dusty, dirty conditions. See "TOCHANGE ENGINE 0 1 1 . . : ' in the Mainte-nance section of this manual.A TTACH FUEL CAP CAR TR iDGEYour mower is equipped with a specialFRESH STARTrM fuel cap and continuousfuel preserver cartridge. See the infor-mation and instructions packed with theFRESH STARTrMcartridge.1. Snap cartridge into bottom of fuel cap.
NOTE: Do not remove the silver foil sealon the side of cartridge that snaps intofuel cap.2. Grasp the white peel tab and pull toremove the entire seal.3. Screw fuel cap onto fuel tank after tlll-ing tank with gasoline.Replace cartridge when empty (aboutonce a season). Check preserver levelvisually.A DANGER: Cartridge fluid is HARMFULOR FATAL IF SWALLOWED. Avoid contactto eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not takeinternally. Do not inhale fluid vapor . Keepout of reach of children. If swallowed, calla physician immediately.ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank fil ler neck.Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.Purchase fuel in quantities that can beused within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-ness.A CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil orfuel. Do not store, spill or use gasolinenear an open flame.A CAUT ION : Alcohol blended fuels(called gasohol or using ethanol or rnetha-nol) can attract moisture which leads toseparation and formation of acids duringstorage. Acidic gas can damage the fuelsystem of an engine while in storage. Toavoid engine problems, the fuel systemshould be emptied before storage of 30days or longer. Empty the gas tank, startthe engine and let it run until the fuel linesand carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuelnext season. See Storage Instructions foradditional information. Never use engineor carburetor cleaner products in the fueltank o r permanent damage may occur.
Engine oil cap/
TO STO P EN GIN E To stop engine, release operator pres-10 ence control bar.
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TO START ENGINENOTE: Due to protective coatings on theengine, a small amount of smoke may bepresent during the initial use of the prod-uct and should be considered normal.1. To start a cold engine, push primerthree (3) times before trying to start.Use a firm push. This step is notusually necessary when starting an
engine which has already run for a fewminutes.2. Hold operator presence control bardown to the handle and pull starterhandle quickly. Do not allow starterrope to snap back.NOTE: In cooler weather it may be neces-sary to repeat priming steps. In warmerweather over priming may cause floodingand engine will not start. If you do floodengine, wait a few minutes befo~e~ttempt-ing to start and do not repeat primingsteps.MOW IN G T IPS Under certain conditions, such as verytall grass, it may be necessary t? raisethe height of cut to reduce pushmgeffort and to keep from overloading theengine and leaving clumps of grass clip-pings. It may also be necessary to re-duce ground speed and/or run the lawnmower over the area a second time. For extremely heavy cutting, reduce thewidth of cut by overlapping previously .cut path and mow slowly. . For better grass bagging and most cut-ting conditions, the engine speed shouldbe set in the FAST position. Pores in cloth grass catchers can be-come filled with dirt and dust with useand catchers will collect less grass. Toprevent this, regularly hose cat~her offwith water and let dry before usmq. Keep top of engine around starter clearand clean of grass clippings and chaff.This will help engine air flow and extendengine life.
MULCHING MOWING TIPSIMPORTANT: For best performance,keep mower housing free of built-upgrass and trash. See "CLEANING" in theMaintenance section of this manual. T he specia l m uich ing blade w ili recu tthe grass clippings many times andreduce them in size so that as they fallonto the lawn they will disperse intothe grass and not be noticed. Also, themulched grass will biodegrade quicklyto provide nutrients for the lawn. Alwaysmulch with your highest engine (blade)speed as this will provide the best recut-ting action of the blades. Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.Wet grass tends to form clumps andinterferes with the mulching action. Thebest time to mow your lawn is the earlyafternoon. At this time the grass hasdried, yet the newly cut area will not beexposed to direct sunlight. For best results, adjust the lawn mowercutting height so that the lawn mowercuts off only the top one-third of thegrass blades. If the lawn is overgrown itwill be necessary to raise the height ofcut to reduce pushing effort and to keepfrom overloading the engine and leavingclumps of mulched grass. For extremelyheavy grass, reduce your width of cutby overlapping previously cut path andmow slowly.
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Certain types of grass and grassconditions may require that an area bemulched a second time to completelyhide the clippings. When doing a sec-ond cut. mow across (perpendicular) tothe first cut path. Change your cutting pattern from weekto week. Mow north to south one weekthen change to east to west the nextweek. This will help prevent matting andgraining of the lawn.
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MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORESCHEDULE EACH EACH 10 25 HOURS 100 STORAGEUSE USE HOURS OR SEASON HOURSCheck for Loose Fasteners t/ t/L Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher' tI' V ' vA Check Tires v~ Check Drive Wheels '** t/Clean Lawn Mower t/ t/M Clean under Drive Cover . * * t/0 Check Drive Belt / Pulleys t/E Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade t/sLubrication t/R Clean and Recharge Battery" t/ ~Check Engine 0il level ~E Change Engine Oil . ; 1 . 2N Clean Air Filter V !zG Inspect Muffler v
N Replace Spark Plug "Replace Air Filler Paper Cartridge I A zEmpty fuel system or add Stabilizer t/* (if so equipped)** Electric-Start mowers** * Power-Propelled mowers**** Use a scraperto clean under deck1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures.2 Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions.3 ReplaCe blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.5 And after each 5 hours of use.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSThe warranty on this lawn mower does notcover items that have been subjected tooperator abuse or negligence. To receivefull value from the warranty, operator mustmaintain unit as instructed in this manual.Some adjustments will need to be madeperiodically to properly maintain your unit.At least once a season, check to see ifyou should make any of the adjustmentsdescribed in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual. At least once a year, replace the sparkplug, clean or replace air filter elementand check blade for wear. A new sparkplug and clean/new air filter elementassure proper air-fuel mixture and helpyour engine run better and last longer. Follow the maintenance schedule in thismanual.BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level. Check for loose fasteners.LUBR ICAT IONKeep unit well lubricated(See "LUBRICATION CHART').
LUBRICATION CHARTC D Wheel
adjuster (oneach wheel)
pinC D Reardoorhinge
C D Handle bracket mount ing pinsC D Spray lubricant@ See "ENGINE" in Maintenance section.IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plasticwheel bearings. Viscous lubricants wil lCtt~i'a.(.:l uSl;i(ld ciiftthatwiii shorten the i.;e ofthe self-lubrlcatlnq bearings. Ifyou feel theymust be lubricated, use only a dry, powderedgraphite type lubricant sparmqly ,12
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LAWN MOWERAlways observe safety rules when per-forming any maintenance.TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemicals which can harm rubber. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharpobjects and other hazards that maycause tire damage.DRIVE WHEELSCheck front drive wheels each time beforeyou mow to be sure they move freely.The wheels not turning freely means trash,grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive wheel areaand must be cleaned to free drive wheels.If necessary to clean the drive wheels, besure to clean both front wheels.1. Remove hubcaps, locknuts & washers.2. Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.3. Remove any trash or grass cuttingsfrom inside the dust cover, pinion and/
or drive wheel gear teeth.4. Put wheels back in place.NOTE: If after cleaning, the drive wheelsdo not turn freely, contact a Sears or otherqualified service center.BLADE CAREFor best results, blade must be kept sharp.Replace bent or damaged blades.TO REMOVE BLADE1. Disconnect spark plug wire from sparkplug and place wire where it cannotcome in contact with plug.2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Makesure air filter and carburetor are up.3. Use a wood block between blade andmower housing to prevent blade fromturning when removing blade bolt.NOTE: Protect your hands with glovesand/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-clockwise.5. Remove blade & attaching hardware(bolt, lock washer & hardened washer).TO REPLACE BLADE1. Position blade on the blade adapteraligning the two (2) holes in the bladewith the raised lugs on the adapter.2. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (oppo-site sharp edge) is up toward the engine.3. Install the blade bolt with the lockwasher and hardened washer intoblade adapter and crankshaft.4. Use block of wood between blade andlawn mower housing and tighten theblade bolt, turning clockwise. The recommended tightening torque is35-40 ft. lbs. 13
IMPORTANT: Btade bolt is heat treated.If bolt needs replacing, replace only withapproved bolt shown in the Repair Partssection o f th is manual.Crankshaftkeyway
Trailingedge Blade adapterTO SHARPEN BLADENOTE: We do not recommend sharpeningthe blade - but if you do, be sure the bladeis balanced.Care should be taken to keep the blade bal-anced. An unbalanced blade will cause even-tual damage to lawn mower or engine. The blade can be sharpened with a fileor on a grinding wheel. Do not attemptto sharpen while on the mower. To check blade balance, drive a nail intoa beam or wall. Leave about one inch ofthe straight nail exposed. Place centerhole of blade over the head of the nail.If blade is balanced, it should remain ina horizontal position. If either end of theblade moves downward, sharpen theheavy end until the blade is balanced.GRASS CATCHER The grass catcher may be hosed withwater, but must be dry when used. Check your grass catcher often for dam-age or deterioration. Through normaluse it will wear. If catcher needs replac-ing, replace only with approved replace-ment catcher shown in the Repair Partssection of this manual. Give the lawnmower model number when ordering.GEAR CASE To keep your drive system workingproperly, the gear case and area aroundthe drive should be kept clean and freeof trash build-up. Clean under the drivecover twice a season. The gear case is filled with lubricant tothe proper leve! at the factory. The onlytime the lubricant needs attention is ifservice has been performed on the gearcase. If lubricant is required, use only Elf Mul-tis EPOO . Do not substitute.
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ENGINELUBRICATIONUse only high quality detergent oil rated withAPI service classification SF-SJ. Select theoil's SAE viscosity grade according to yourexpected operating temperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
j I I ~ I, I ! :f. 20 0 ao 32 40 60 80 100C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
NOTE: Although rnul t i -v iscosl ty oils(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting incold weather, these multi-viscosity oils willresult in increased oil consumption whenused above 32F. Check your engine oillevel more frequently to avoid possibleengine damage from running Iowan oil.Change the oil after every 25 hours of op-eration orat least once a year if the moweris not used for 25 hours in one year.Check the crankcase oil level beforestarting the engine and aftereach f ive (5 )hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plugsecurely each time you check the oil level.TO CHANGE ENGINE OILNOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drainoil, empty fuel tank by running engine untilfuel tank is empty.1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannotcome in contact with plug.2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on aclean surface.3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shownand drain oil into a suitable container.Rock lawn mower back and forth to re-move any oil trapped inside of engine.
6. Stop adding oil when you reach theFULL mark on the dipstick. Wait aminute to allow oil to settle.7. Continue adding small amounts a t oil,rechecking the dipstick until oil levelsettles at FULL. DO NOT overfill, orengine will smoke heavily from themuffler on startup.8. Always be sure to retighten oil dipstickbefore starting engine.9. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.AIR FILTERYour engine will not run properly using a dirtyair filter. Replace paper cartridge every 100hours of operation or every season, wh ich -ever occurs first. Service air cleaner moreoften under dusty conditions.1. Loosen screws and r em o v e cover.2. Carefully remove cartridge.3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat sur -face. If very dirty, replace cartridge.ACAUTION: Petroleum solvents, suchas kerosene, are not to be used to deancartridge. They may cause deteriorationof the cartridge. Do not oil car t r ldqs. Donot use pressurized air to clean or drycartridge.4. Install cartridge, then replace cover.
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MUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler as itcould create a fire hazard and/or damage.SPARK PLUGReplace spark piug at the beginning O 'feach mowing season or after every 1004. Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn hours of operation, whichever occursmower or side of engine. f irst. Spark plug type and gap setting5. Slowly pour 011down the oil fill spout, are shown in the "PRODUCT SPEC IF IC
stopping every few ounces to check the ATIONS" section of this manual.oil level with the dipstick. 14
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CLEANINGIMPORTANT: For best performance, keepmower housing free of built-grass andtrash. Clean the underside of your mowerafter each use.ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wirefrom spark plug and place wire where itcannot come in contact with plug. Clean the underside of your lawn mowerby scraping to remove build-up of grassand trash. Clean engine often to keep trash fromaccumulating. A clogged engine runshotter and shortens engine life.
Keep finished surfaces and wheels freeot all gasoline, oil, etc. We do not recommend using a gardenhose to clean lawn mower unless theelectrical system, muffler, air filter andcarburetor are covered to keep waterout. Water in engine can result in short-ened engine life.CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVERClean under drive cover at least twice aseason. Scrape underside of cover withputty knife or similar tool to remove anybuild-up of trash or grass on underside ofdrive cover.
SERViCE AND ADJUSTMENTSAWARNING: To avoid serious injury,before performing any service andadjustments:1. Release control bar and stop engine.2. Make sure the blade and all movingparts have completely stopped.3. Disconnect spark plug wire from sparkplug and place wire where it cannotcome in contact with plug.LAW N MOW ERTO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHTSee ''TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT' inthe Operation section of this manual.REAR DEFLECTORThe rear deflector, attached between therear wheels of your mower, is provided tominimize the possibility that objects willbe thrown out of the rear of the mowerinto the operator mowing position. If thedeflector becomes damaged, it should bereplaced.TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT1. Remove drive cover and belt keeper.2. Remove belt from gearcase pulley bypushing down on pulley and rolling beltoff it.3. Turn lawn mower on its side with airfilter and carburetor down.4. Remove blade and debris shield.5. Remove belt from engine pulley oncrankshaft.TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT1. Install new belt on engine pulley.2. Reinstall debris shield and blade.3. Return mower to upright posrtion.4. Install new belt on gearcase pulley.5. Reinstall belt keeper and drive cover.NOTE: Always use factory approved beltto assure fit and long life.
TO ADJUST HANDLEThe handle can be mounted in a high orlow position. The mounting holes in thebottom of lower handle are off center forraislnq or lowering the handle.1. Remove upper handle and wire tie(s)securing cable(s) to lower handle.2. Remove hairpin cotters from lowerhandle bracket mounting pin.3. Squeeze lower handle in to remove itfrom mounting pins.4. Turn lower handle over to raise orlower handle.5. Squeeze lower handle in and positionholes onto mounting pins on handlebracket.6. Reassemble upper handle and allparts removed from lower handle.
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ENGINEENGINE SPEEDYour engine speed has been factory set.Do not attempt to increase engine speed
or it may result in personal injury. If youbelieve that engine is running too fast ortoo slow, take your mower to a Sears orother qualified service center for repairand adjustment.CARBURETORYour carburetor is not adjustable. If yourengine does not operate properly due to SUSMpected carburetor problems, take your lawnmower to a Sears or other qualified servicecenter for repair and/or adjustment.IMPORTANT: Never tamper with theengine governor, which is factory setfor proper engine speed. Overspeedingthe engine above the factory high speedsetting can be dangerous. If you thinkthe engine-governed high speed needsadjusting, contact a Sears or otherqualified service center, which has properequipment and experience to make anynecessary adjustments.
STORAGEImmediately prepare your lawn mower forstorage at the end of the season or if theunit will not be used for 30 days or more.LAWN MOWERWhen lawn mower is to be stored for aperiod of time, clean it thoroughly, removeall dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store In aclean, dry area.1. Clean entire lawn mower (See"CLEANING" in the Maintenance sec-tion of this manual).2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenancesection of this manual.3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, andpins are securely fastened. Inspectmoving parts for damage, breakageand wear. Replace if necessary.4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paintsurfaces; sand lightly before painting.HANDLEYou can fold your lawn mower handle forstorage.NOTE: The upper handle has an "anti-fold"bracket located on the right side of thehandle. This bracket prevents the upperhandle from folding forward, which helpsprotect control cable(s) from damage.1. Squeeze the bottom ends of the lowerhandle toward each other until thelower handle clears the handle bracket,then m ove handle forward .2. Loosen upper handle mounting boltsenough to allow upper handle to be
folded back.
IMPORTANT: When folding the handle forstorage o r transportation, be sure to foldthe handle as shown or you may damagethe control cables. When setting up your handle from thestorage position, the lower handle willautomatically lock into mowing position.SQUEEZETO F OLD
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ENGINEFUEL SYSTEMIMPORTANT: It is important to preventgum deposits from forming in essentialfuel system parts such as carburetor, fuelfilter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasoholor using ethanol or methanol) can attractmoisture which leads to separation andformation of acids during storage. Acidicgas can damage the fuel system of anengine while in storage. Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-gine and letting it run until the fuel linesand carburetor are empty. Never use engine or carburetor cleanerproducts in the fuel tank or permanentdamage may occur. Use fresh fuel next season.NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable al-ternative in minimizing the formation of fuelgum deposits during storage. Add stabilizerto gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizercontainer. Run engine at least 10 minutesafter addi ng stabilizer to allow the stabil izer toreach the carburetor. Do not empty the gastank and carburetor jf using fuel stabilizer.NOTE: FR ES H S TA RTm fuel cap andcartridge system automatically drips con-centrated fuel preserver into your fuel tankand is an acceptable alternative to addingfuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OILDrain oil (with engine warm) and replacewith clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" inthe Maintenance section of this manual).CYLINDER1. Remove spark plug.2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil throughspark plug hole into cylinder.3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times
to distribute oil.4. Replace with new spark plug.OTHER 00 not store gasoline from one seasonto another. Replace your gasoline can if your canstarts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in yourgasoline will cause problems. If possible, store your unit indoors andcover it to protect it from dust and dirt. Cover your unit with a suitable protec-tive cover that does not retain moisture.Do not use plastic. Plastic cannotbreathe, which allows condensation toform and will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower whileengine and exhaust areas are still warm.ACAUTION: Never store the lawn mowerwith gasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to cool beforestoring in any enclosure.
TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directedto a Sears Service Center.PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONDoes not start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. I3. Stale fuel. 3. Empty fuel tank and refill tankwith fresh, clean gasoline.4. Water in fuel. 4. Empty fuel tank and refill tankwith fresh, clean gasoline.5. Spark plug wire is 5. Connect wire to plug.disconnected.
6. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace spark plug.7. Loose blade or broken 7. Tighten blade bolt orblade adapter. replace blade adapter.8. Control bar in released 8. Depress control bar toposition. handle.9. Control bar defective. 9. Replace control bar.10. Fuel valve lever (if so 10. Turn fuel valve leverequipped) in OFF position. to the ON position.11. Weak battery (if equipped). 11. Charge battery.12. Disconnected battery 12. Connect battery to engine.connector (if equipped).
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