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Owner's Manual

6.75 HORSEPOWER

21" REAR DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917,389580

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

•Espa6ol

•Repair Parts

NOTE: Engines which are certified to comply with Calif0mia and U.S. EPA emission regulations

for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are certified to operate on regular unlaaded gasoline,

and include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), end Three-way

Catalyst (TWC) (If so equipped).

AVISO: Los motores homologados para cumplir con la reglamentaci6n sobre emisiones de

California y de la Agencia de Protecoi<_nAmblantal estadounidense (EPA) para equlpoe

pequehos no circulantes (SORE) funsionan con gesolina normal sin plomo, • incluyen los

siguientes sistemes de control de emisiones: modificaci6n del motor (EM) y catalizador de triple

accibn (TWC) (en caeo de tenerlo).

The D.O.M. decal includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of

_iour engine, This pedod relates to the emission compliance life as certified by EPNCARB. To

nd the life period specification for your engine, please match one of the following letters with the

letter printed on your D.O.M. decal: (C) 125 hours, (B) 250 hours, (A) 500 hours.

La calcomania D.O.M. incluye especiticacionee sobre la duracibn del motor pare el pedodo de

vide t_tilde su motor relacoionado con emisiones. Esto periodo se relaciona con la duracibn en

conformidad con las emisiones seg_n Io nerlificado por EPNCARB. Pare hallar la especificecibn

del perlodo de vide de su motor, mire cudl de las siguientos latras viene impresa en su

calcomanla D.O.M.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ............................................... 2

Safety Rules ......................................... 2

Assembly .............................................. 5

Operation .............................................. 6

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 10

Maintenance ....................................... 10

Product Specifications ........................ 1 t

Service and Adjustments .................... 14

Storage ............................................... 15

Troubleshooting ................................. 16

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,

lubdcated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in

the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or work-

manship.

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty

applies for only 90 days from the date of pumhase.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower

blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent

crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest

Sears Service CentedDepartment in the United States. This warranty applies only

while this product is in use in the United States.

This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other dghts

which vary from state to state,

BEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., £)/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachineis capableof amputatinghandsand feet and

throwingobjects. Failureto observethe followingsafetyinstructionscouldresultin

seriousinjuryor death.

I.GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual(s) before starting. Be thor-

oughly familiar with the controls and

the proper use of the machine before

starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating pads. Keep clear of the

discharge opening at all times.

•Only allow responsible individuals,

who are familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown

by the blade. 2

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area,

•Do not operate the mower when

barefoot or wearing open sandals,

Always wear substantial foot wear.

•Do not pull mower backwards unless

absolutely necessary, Always look

down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

•Do not operate the mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or

other safety protective devices in place.

•See manufacturer's instructions for

proper operation and installation of

accessories. Only use accessodes

approved by the manufacturer.

•Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

drives, walks, or roads.

•Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment, before cleaning

the mower or unclogging the chute.

• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait

until the blade comes to complete stop

before removing grass catcher.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Never operate machine in wet grass.

Always be sure of your footing: keep a

firm hold on the handle and walk; never

run.

•Disengage the self-propelled mecha-

nism or drive clutch on mowers so

equipped before starting the engine

(motor).

•If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble.

•Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when

operating mower.

Ih SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip

and fall accidents which can result in

severe injury. All slopes require extra

caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do

not mow it.

DO:

•Mow across the face of slopes: never

up and down. Exemise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

•Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

•Do not tdm excessively steep slopes.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

footing could cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the tdmming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult,

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and while walking backwards,

look behind and down for small

children.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra cars in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine (motor) running, Disconnect

the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the plug to prevent acciden-

tal starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

olher debris build-up. Clean oil or fue_

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never attempt to make wheel height

adjustments while the engine (motor) is

running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer'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

setting or overspeed the engine.

ALookforthis symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

ACAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

A CAUTION: Muffler and other engine

parts become extremely hot during

operation and remain hot after engine

has stopped. To avoid severe burns on

contact, stay away from these areas.

AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

AWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and lead

compounds, chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

Theseaccessorieswereavailablewhenthislawnmowerwasproduced.They are not

shippedwithyour mower.TheyarealsoavailableatmostSearsretailoutletsandservice

centers.MostSoarsstorescanalsoorderrepairpartsfor you,whenyouprovidethemodel

numberofyourlawnmower.Someoftheseaccessoriesmaynotapplytoyourlawnmower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHERKffS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES

AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual

in its entirety before you attempt to

assemble or operate your new lawn

mower.

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is

shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in

the engine.

Your new lawn mower has been as-

sembled at the factory with the exception

of those parts left unassembled for

shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts,

washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com-

plete 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

1. Remove loose parts included with

mower.

2. Cut down two end comers of carton

and lay end panel down fiat.

3. Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper end lower

handle and padding holdingoperator

presence control bar to upper handle.

4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and

check carton thorougly for additional

loose parts.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

1. Raise handles until lower handle

section locks into place in mowing

position.

2. Remove protective padding, raise

upper handle section into place on

lower handle and tighten both handle

knobs.

3. 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 Adjustments

section of this manual.

Operator presence

control bar

Upper handte

Liftup

Mowing

Lower handle

KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself

with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future

reference.

These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the

product. Learn and understand their meaning.

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP NANDS

OR WARNpNG ON OFF ANO FEET AWAY

Operatorpresence controlbar

Enginezone controlcable

Stader

Handle

Gasoline filler cap

Wheael adjuster

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is (on each wheel)

shipped without oil or gasoline in the

engine.

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commis-

sion. The blade turns when the engine is running.

Operator presence control bar- must be Primer - pumps additional fuel from the

held down to the handle to start the carburetor to the cylinder for use when

engine. Release to stop the engine, starting a cold engine.

Starter handle -used for starting the

engine.

Theoperationofanylawn

mowercanresultin

foreignobjectsthrowninto

theeyes,whichcanresult

in severeeyedamage.

Alwayswearsafetyglassesoreye

shieldswhileoperatingyourlawnmower

orperforminganyadjustmentsorrepairs.

Werecommendawidevisionsafety

maskoverspectaclesorstandardsafety

glasses.

HOWTOUSEYOURLAWNMOWER

ENGINESPEED

Theenginespeedwassetatthefactory

foroptimumperformance.Speedisnot

adjustable.

ENGINEZONECONTROL

_CAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine control to be installed on this

lawn mower in order to minimize the risk

of blade contact injury. Do not under any

circumstances attempt to defeat the

function of the operator control. The blade

turns when the engine is running. •

•Your lawn mower is equipped with an

operator presence control bar which

requires the operator to be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle to start

and operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

Raise wheels for low cut and lower

wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height

to suit your requirements. Medium

position is best for most lawns.

•To change cutting height, squeeze

adjuster lever toward wheel. Move

wheel up or down to suit your require-

ments. Be sure all wheels are in the

same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned

when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.

Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)

allow lever to be positioned between the

plate tabs. PlateTab

LowerWheels for High Cutr.._ ._

Raise Wheels for LowCut

TO CONVERT MOWER

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging:

REAR BAGGING

•Liftrear doorof the lawn mower and place

the grass catcher frame hooksontothe

door pivot pins.

• To convertto mulchingoperation,remove

grass catcher and close rear door.

_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without clipping deflector or approved

grass catcher in place. Never attempt to

operate the 'lawn mower with the rear

door removed or propped open.

Pivot pinns_ Grass catcher

'_'_'_.'L handle

Catcher ,r'arns h_'_k _'°_i"_I''" , ,

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

1. Lift up on grass catcher using the

frame handle.

2. Remove grass catcher with clippings

from under lawn mower handle.

3. Empty clippings from bag LiSing both

frame handle and bag handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when

emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

Grass

catcher

handle

Bag

handle

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL

Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in

the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil.

For type and grade of oil to use, see

"ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this

manual.

1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area

around oil fill is clean.

2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the

full line on the dipstick. Pour oil

slowly. Do not over fill.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into

engine for accurate reading. To read

proper level, tighten engine oil cap, then

remove it to read the dipstick.

3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

•Check oil level before each use. Add

oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

• Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may

need to change the oil more often

under dusty, dirty conditions.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. Do not mix oil with gaso-

line. Purchase fuel in quantities that

can be used within 30 days to assure

fuel freshness.

AWARNINO: 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 storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

Engineoilcap Gasolinefiller

cap

TO START ENGINE

NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the

engine, a small amount of smoke may be

present during the initial use of the

product and should be considered

normal.

1, To start a cold engine, push pdmer

three (3) 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.

2. Hold operator presence control bar

down to the handle and pull starter

handle quickly. Do not allow starter

rope to snap back.

TO STOP ENGINE

•To stop engine, 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.

MOWINGTIPS

• 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 ovedoading the

engine and leaving clumps of grass

clippings. It may also be necessary to

reduce ground speed and/or run the

lawn mower over the area e second

time.

•For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the

width of cut by overlapping previously

cut path and mow slowly.

•For better grass bagging and most

cutting conditions, the engine speed

should be set in the fast position.

•For side discharge lawn mowers;

cutting in a counter-clockwise direction,

starting at the outside of the area to be

cut, spreads grass clippings more

evenly and puts less load on the

engine. To keep clippings off of

walkways, flower beds, etc,, make the

first cuts in a clockwise direction.

•Pores in cloth grass catchers can

become filled with dirt and dust with

use and catchers will collect less grass.

To prevent this, regularly hose catcher

off with water and let dry before using.

•Keep top of engine around starter clear

and clean of grass clippings and chaff.

This will help engine air flow and

extend engine life.

MULCHING MOWINGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. See "Cleaning" in

MAINTENANCE section of this manual.

•The special mulching blade will recur

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

ontothe lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recurring action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the eady

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed 1o 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. If the lawn is overgrown it

will be necessary to raise the height of

cut to reduce pushing effort abd to keep

from overloading the engine and

leaving clumps of mulched grass. For

extremely heavy mulching, reduce your

width of cut by overlapping previously

cut path and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to Completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar 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.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FiLL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES

Check for Loose Fasteners it/' I/

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(if Equipped) ! IS' I_ li/

Clean Lawn Mower li/

Clean Under Ddve Cover

(Power-Propelled Mowers!

Check ddve pelt/pulleys

(Power-Propelled Mowem)

Cbeck/Sharpen/Replace Blade _=

LubricationChart _I_

CLeanBettery/Rechar •

Check En_line Oil Level ¥#

Change Engine Oil 11/1.2

Clean Air Filter _ =

Inspect Muffler' _/

Clean or Replace Spark Plug i/

Replace Air FilterPape r Cartridge i/2

!* Change more often when operating undor a heavy I¢_,d or in high ambient temperaturel

2. Strwce more often when opereting in dkly or dusty condi_ons

3. Rop_ace blades rno_o ohen when mowing in sanay soil¸

4. Cha_ge 48 hours at ind 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 from the warranty,

operator must maintain mower as

instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

unit.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

•Once a year, replace the spark plug,

clean or replace air filter element and

check blade for wear. A new spark

plug and clean/new air filter element

assures proper air-fuel mixture and

helps your engine run better and last

longer.

•Follow the maintenance schedule in

this manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI-

CATION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

• _/Vheeladjuster

oil rake

spring

, bracket

(_Handle bracket

mountingpin

•) Refer to maintenance "Engine" section.

Spray lubricant

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease

plastic wheel beadngs, viscous lubri-

cants 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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

3ASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

DILTYPE (API-SF - SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

DIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RN4C

BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.

,The model and sedal numbers will be found on a decal attached to the roar of the

lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above.

LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

TIRES

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results,mowerblade mustbe

keptsharp. Replace bent ordamaged

blades,

TO REMOVE BLADE

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

2. Tum lawn mower on its side. Make

sure air filter and carburetor are up.

3. Use a wood blcck between blade and

mower housing to prevent blade from

turning when removing blade bolt.

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves

and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.

4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise.

5. Remove blade and attaching hard-

ware (bolt, lock washer and hardened

washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and

check the key inside hub of blade

adapter. The key must be in good condi-

tion to work properly. Replace adapter if

damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE

1. Position the blade adapter on the

engine crankshaft. Be sure key in

adapter and crankshaft keyway am

aligned.

2. Position blade on the blade adapter

aligning the two (2) holes in the blade

with the raised lugs on the adapter.

3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade

(opposite sharp edge) is up toward

the engine.

4. Install the blade bolt with the lock

washer and hardened washer into

blade adapter and crankshaft.

5. Use block of wood between blade and

lawn mower housing and tighten the

blade bolt, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but ifyou do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balan.ced. An unbalanced blade will

cause eventual damage to lawn mower

or engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, drive a nail

into a beam or wall. Leave about one

inch of the straight nail exposed. Place

center hole of blade over the head of

the nail. If blade is balanced, it should

remain in a horizontal position. If either

end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade

is balanced.

Bride

adapter Crankshaft

Key,v_ /_keyway

Lockwasher_)_

Blade_/_ _

_d ' r

Hardened ed.*'e Blade adapter

washer

GRABS CATCHER

• The grass catcher may be hosed with

water, but must be dry when used.

• Check your grass catcher often for

damage or deterioration. Through

normal use it will wear. If catcher needs

replacing, replace only with a manufac-

turer approved replacement catcher.

Give the lawn mower model number

when ordering.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, these mutti-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption

'when used above 32°F. Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

pessib_e engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once ayear if the

Fawn 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

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to

drain oil, drain fuel tank by running

engine until fuel tank is empty.

t. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a

clean surface.

3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown

and drain oil into a suitable container.

Rock lawn mower back and forth to

remove any oil trapped inside of

engine.

4. Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower

and on side of engine.

5. Fill engine with oil. (See "Add Oil" in

the Operacion section of this manuaL)

6. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark

plug.

Container

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly and may

be damaged by using a dirty air filter.

Replace the air filter every year or after

every 100 hours of operation, more often

ifyou mow in very dusty, dirty conditions.

Do not wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER

1. Remove the air filter by tuming

clockwise to the stop and pull away

from collar.

2. Remove filter from inside of cover.

3. Clean the inside of the cover and the

collar to remove any dirt accumula-

tion.

4. insert new fitter into cover.

5. Put air filter cover and filter into collar

aligning the tab with the slot.

6. Push in on cover and turn counter-

clockwise to tighten. Turnclockwise

C°_ ClipS_ot !j

oremove

Air fitter counter-

Air filter cover clockwise to

tighten

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it

could create a fire hazard and/or dam-

age.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean the underside of

your mower after each use.

_I=CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come in contact with the spark

plug.

• Clean the underside of your lawn

mower by scraping to remove build-up

of grass and trash. ._

•Clean engine often to keep trash from

accumulating. A clogged engine runs

hotter and shortens engine life.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil,etc.

•We do not recommend using agarden

hose to clean lawn mower unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water

out. Water in engine can resutt in

shortened engine life.

_CAUTION: Before performing any

service or adjustments:

1. Release control bar and stop engine.

2. Make sure the blade and all movmg

parts have oomptetaly stopped.

3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in

the Operation section of this manual.

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the

rear wheels of your mower, is provided to

minimize the possibility that objects will

be thrown out of the rear of the mower

into the operator's mowing position. If the

deflector becomes damaged, it should be

replaced.

DISCHARGE GUARD

The discharge _uard, attached to the

discharge opening of your lawn mower, is

provided to prevent the possibility of

injury resulting from objects being thrown

out of the discharge opening into the

operator mowing position. If the discharge

guard becomes damaged, it should be

replaced.

TO ADJUST HANDLE

The handle Can be mounted in a high or

low position. The mounting holes in the

bottom of lower handle are off center for

raising or lowering the handle.

1. Remove upper handle and all parts

attached to lower handle.

2. Remove hairpin cotters from lower

handle bracket mounting pin.

3. Squeeze lower handle in to remove it

from mounting pins.

4. Turn lower handle over to raise or

lower handle.

5. Squeeze lower handle in and position

holes onto mounting pins on handle

bracket.

6. Reassemble upper handle and all

parts removed from lower handle.

Lower

_. _._ handle

Rotate "_

TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag

with rigid part of bag on the bottom.

Make sure the frame handle is outside

of the bag top.

2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.

NOTE: Ifvinyl bindings are too stiff, hold

them in warm water for a few minutes. If

bag gets wet, let it dry before using.

4_,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn

mower without clipping deflector or

approved grass catcher in place. Never

attempt to operate the lawn mower with

the rear door removed or propped open.

Catcher

frame

handle

_' Frame

opening

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 fast

or too slow, take your lawn mower to a

Sears or other qualified 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 repeir andJor adjustment.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact aSears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

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 dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire lawn mower (Sea

"CLEANING" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

2. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws,

and pins are securely fastened.

Inspect moving parts for damage,

breakage and wear. Replace if

necessary.

4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

HANDLE

You can fold your lawn mower handle for

storage.

1. Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower

handle toward each other until the

lower handle clears the handle

bracket, then move handle forward.

2. 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 handle will

automatically lock into the mowing

position.

Handle

Sueeze to fold bracket

Operator presence

controlbar -.._,_

Upper hand, ._JJ'2_

Fold forward for _ _ :-,, //

stroage e_\ s_, :" "_',"/

t+ .l'" ' /_' Fold

__ Mowing

position

Lower handle

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 alcohoT

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.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 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.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual),

CYLINDER

1. Remove spark plug.

2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through

spark plug hole into cylinder.

3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times

to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your unit indoors and

cover it to give protection from dust and

dirt.

• Cover your unit with a suitable protec.

live cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while

engone and exhaust areas are still warm.

CAUTION:Never store the lawn mower

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

stodng in any enclosure.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Does not start 1. Dirty air filter.

Lose of power

Poor out-

uneven

Excessive

vibration

2. Out of fuel.

3. Stale fuel.

4. Water in fuel.

5. Spark plug wire is

disconnected.

6. Bad spark plug.

7. Loose blade or broken

blade adapter.

8. Control bar in released

position.

9. Control bar defective.

1. Rear of lawn mower

housingor cutting blade

dragging in'heavy grass.

2. Cutting too much grass.

3. Dirty air filter.

4. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

5. Too much oil in engine.

6. Walking speed too fast.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Wheel heights uneven.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

; 1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

CORRECTION

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fill fuel tank,

3. Drain tank and refill with

fresh clean fuel.

i4. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor and refill tank

with fresh gasoline.

5. Connect wire to plug.

6. Replace spark plug.

7. Tighten blade bolt or

replace blade adapter.

8. Depress control bar to

handle.

9. Replace control bar.

1. Set to "Higher Cut"

position.

2. Set to "Higher Cut"

position.

3. Clean/replace air filter.

4. Clean underside of mower

housing.

5. Check oil level.

6. Cut at slower walking

speed.

1. Replace blade.Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Set all wheelsat same

height

3. Clean undersideof

mower housing.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Contact sBears or other

qualified service center.

PROBLEM

!Starter rope hard

topull

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

1. Engine flywheel brake is on

when control bar is released

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

CORRECTION

1. Depress control bar to

upper handle before

pulling starter rope.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut

grass or to hard surface.

P-rass catoher 1. Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height.

rtotfilllng (ifso 2. Lift on blade wom off. 2. Replace blade.

equipped ) 3. Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher.

Hard to push 1. Raise cutting height.1. Grass is too high or wheel

height is too low.

2. Rear of lawn mower

housing or blade dragging

in grass.

3. Grass catcher too full.

4. Handle height position not

right for you.

2. Raise rear of lawn mower

housing one (1) setting

higher.

3. Empty grass catcher.

4. Adjust handle height to

suit.

4O,

CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.389580

CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NO. 917.389580

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

86g<_

169709X479

169708X479

132(X)1

636O1

131959

66426

1565"/7

75O097

850733X004

136376

51793

165946X479

1760O4O6

167132X004

167133X004

165858

168360X004

166875

751153

168111X479

166112X479

851856

161_35X007

19112222

I_I X(X_4

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Control Bar 33 87877 Selector Knob

Upper Hanole 34 16571_2X004 Axle Arm AsSembly -LR

L0wer Htmdle 36 160628 Shoulder Bolt5/16-18

ROpeGukle 37 151157 Wheel Assembly

Locknut 1/4-20 39 83923 Flanged Locknut

H_ndle Bo_t 40 77400 Hubcap

Wire Tie 41 88652 Hinge Screw

En¢_ Zone Con1_4 C_bte 42 I_$766 Spdng(LH)

Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 1/2 43 165767 Spring (RH)

Up-Stop Bracket 44 165912 Do_r Bolt

Han01e Knob 45 150406 Hex Head Thn_ad RO_ng Screw 3i8-16 x 1

Hairpin Cotter 46 85463 Danger Decal

Support Bracket 48 166761X004 Axle Arm AsSembly - RR

Screw 52 175871 Housing Assembly (Ind. Fief. #17, 18 & 46)

Axle Arm Assembly -LF 53 851064 Hex Head Sorew 3_-24 x 1-3/8 Grd, 8

lude Am1 Assembly -RF 54 8_)L_3 He_c_d Lock_r_er

Rear Sldrt 55 851074 Hardened Washer

Selector Spring Front 56 165833 21" Blade

Rear Door Assembty Kit (InCl, Spdngs) b--/ 851514 Blade Adapter

LOcknut 5/16-18 67 166113 Gross Bag

Handle I_racket Assen'_ (Le_t) 68 165755 C,a_her Fran_

Hand_ Bracket Assembly (Right) 70 ...... Engine - (See Breakdown) Craftsman 143.016714

Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8 -- 161058 Waming Decal (Not Shown)

Wheel Adjusting Bracket - Front -. 177396 Owner's Manual

Spac_

_Sprk_ P,e_r

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016714

9OO

400

130

120 119

/[_370A

:36

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 37466

2 26727

6 33734

7 36557

12 36775

12A 36558

t2S 36694

14 28277

16 30589

16 34839A

17 31335

18 651018

19 36281

20 32600

30 37464

40 40027

41 40042

42 40006

43 20381

45 36777

46 32610A

48 27241

50 37460

52 29914

69 37609

70 37608

72 37615

73 28633

75 27897

80 30574A

81 30590A

82 30591

83 30588A

86 650488

89 611004

90 611112

92 650815

93 650616

100 34443C

101 610118

103 651007

104 37480

110 37047

119 36787

120 36825

125 36780

125 37286

126 37289

130 6021A

135 37598

150 31672

151 31673

MODEL NUMBER 143.016714

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

CDYlinder(Inal. 2 & 20)

owel Pin 151A 40017 Intake Valve Seal

Breather Element 169 36783 * Valve Cover Gasket

Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) 172 36784 Valve Cover

Breather Tube 174 30200 Screw, 10-24 x 9/16 •

Breather Cover & Tube (Incl. 178 29752 Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28

126) 162 6201 Screw, lj4-28 x 7/8"

Breather Tube Elbow 184 26756 *Carburetor To Intake Pipe

Washer Gasket

Governor Rod (IncL 14) 185 37466 Intake Pipe

Governor Lever 186 32653 Governor Link

Governor Lever Clamp 169 650839 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3./8"

Screw, Ton( T-15, 8-32 x 19/ 191 36559A S.E. Brake Bracket (incl. 195)

64" 195 610973 Terminal

Extension Spring 207 34336 Throttle Link

Oil Seal 216 33086 R.RM. Adjusting Lever

Crankshaft 223 650451 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.) 224 36786 * Intake Pipe Gasket

Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.) 238 650932 Screw, 10-32 x 49/64"

(IncL 43) 239 34338 * Air Cleaner Gasket

Ring Set (Std.) 241 36919 Air Cleaner Collar

Piston Pin Retaining Ring 245 36905 Air Cleaner Filter

Connecting Rod Ass'y. (_ncL 250 37122 Air Ck_ana_ Cover

46) 260 36980 Blower Housing

Connecting Red Bolt 261 30200 Screw. 10-24 x 9/16'

Valve Lifter 262 650831 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"

Camshaft Exhaust(MCR)(Inc. 263A 37184 Starter Gdll

ref 104) 275 37462 Muffler

Oil Pump Ass'y. 277 650988 Screw, 1/4-20 x2-5/16"

•Mounting Flange Gasket 286 35000A Starter Cup

Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 287 650926 Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"

thru 83) 290 29774 Fuel Line

Oil Drain Plug (Incl. 73) 292 26460 Fuel Line Clamp

Drak_ Plug Gasket 298 26763 Screw, 10-32 x 35164"

Oil Seal 300 36916 Fuel Tank (Incl. 292 & 301)

Governor Shaft 301 36246 Fuel Cap (Black)

Washer 305 35647 Oil FillTube

Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 306 37610 * "O"-Ring

81) 307 3549 9 =O"-Ring

Governor Spool 309 650562 Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 309A 650783 Screw, 10-24 x 3/4"

Flywheel Key 310 35648 Dipstick

Flywheel 311A 37611 Hold Down Bracket

Belleviile Washer 313 34080 Spacer

347 651036 Screw, 10=32 x 51/64"Flywheal Nt_

Solid State ignition 355 590701 Starter Handle

Spark Plug Cover 370A 36261 Lubrication Decal

Serew, Torx T-f 5, 10-24 x 15/ 370C 37318 Pnmer Decal (3 X)

16" 370R 37317 Warning Decal

Cam Bushing 380 640271 Carburetor (Incl. 184)

Ground Wire 390 590739 Rewind Starter

• Cylinder Head Gasket 400 36792B Gasket Set (Incl. Items

Cylinder Head Marked ")

Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS) 416 36085 Spark Arrestor Kit (IncL

(Incl. 151) 417)(Optional)

Exhaust Valv_ (Std.) (tncL 417 650760 Screw, 8-32 x 3/8" (Optional)

161) 900 ------ Replacement Engine NONE

intake Valve (Std.) (IncL 151) 900 750865 Replacement S/B Order from

Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2=71-999

Resistor Spark Plug RPM High 2900 to 3200

(RJ19LM4)

Valve Spdng NOTE: This engine could have been built with

Valve Spring Cap 590702 starter.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016714

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

---- 640271

1 31615

2 31767

4 631184 *

5 631183 *

6 640070

7 650506 *

16 631807

17 651025

18 630766

20 640027

20A 640200

25 631867

27 631024 *

28 632019

29 631028 *

30 631021 *

31 631022

35 640289

36 640080

36A 632766

37 632547 *

40 640030

44 27110A *

47 630748 *

48 631027 *

60 632760B

Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List)

Throttle Shaft &Lever Assembly

Throttle Return Spring

Dust Seal Washer

Dust Seal (Throttle

Thrott e Shutter

Shutter Screw

Fuel Fitting

Throttle Crack Screw/Idle Speed Screw

Tension Spring

Idle RestrictorScrew

Idle RestrictorScrwe Cap (Black)

Float Bowl

Ftoat Shaft

Float

Float Bowl =O" Ring

Inlet Needle, Seat, & Clip (IncL 31)

Spdng Clip

Pdmer Bulb/Retainer Ring

Main Nozzle Tube

Carburetor Tube

"O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube

High Speed Bowl Nut

Bowl Nut Washer

Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well

Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent

Repair kit (Incl. Items Marked *in Notes)

CRAFTSM,_N 14-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016714

Q--2

KEY PART

NO. NO.

-- 590702

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590696

4 590601

5 590697

6 590698

7 590699

8 590700

11 590703

12 590535

13 590701

DESCRIPTION

Recoil Starter

S/ParingPin (Incl. 4)

shar

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y

Starter HousingAss'y,(40

degree grommet)

Starter Rope ( 98" X 9/64"

dia.)

Starter Handle

KEY PART

NO. NO,

---- 590739

3 590740

6 590616

7 590617

8 '590618A

11 590638

12 590535

13 590701

14 590760

DESCRIPTION

Rewind Starter

Retainer

Starter Dog

pD_uleSprlng

y & Rewind Spring Ass'y

Starter Housing Ass_ (40

degree grommet)

Starter Rope(Length 98" x 9/

64" dia,)

Starter Handle

Spring Clip

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