CRAFTSMAN Walk Behind Lawnmower, Gas Manual L0812060

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SEARS

®

MODEL NUMBER 917.379310 OWNER'S MANUAL

•Assembly

Operation

• Customer

Responsibilities

=Service

Adjustments

Repair Parts

Caution:

Read and Follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

159060 1.2.97 VBL Printed in U.S,A.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH.

SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS

EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,

TRAINING:

•Read this operator's manual carefuUy. Become familiar with

the controls and know how to operate your mower property.

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 chitdren 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 recommended

by the manufacturer. Use of such attachments may be

hazardous.

°The blade turns when the engine is running.

PREPARATION:

° Always thoroughlycheckthearea tobe mowedandclearitof

all stones, sticks,wires, bones, and otherforeign objects.

These objectswiltbe thrownby the blade and can cause

severe injury.

°Always wear safetyglassesoreye shieldswhenstartingand

whileusingyourmower.

° Dress properly. Do not operate mowerwhen barefootor

wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoeswith good

tractionwhenmowing.

•Checkfuel tank before startingengine. Do notfill gas tank

indoors,whentheengineisrunningorwhentheengineishot.

Allowthe engineto coolfor severalminutesbefore filling the

gas tank. CIean off any spilledgasolinebeforestartingthe

engine.

• Alwaysmakewheel heightadjustmentsbeforestartingyour

mower. Neverattemptto dothiswhilethe engineis running.

Mow only in daylightor goodartificiallight.

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 all times.

• Always stop the engine whenever you leave or are not using

your mower, or before crossing driveways, walks, roads, and

any gravel-covered areas.

,, Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor

allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it.

°Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop the

engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all moving

parts have stopped. Then disconnect the spark plug wire and

keep it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental

starting.

o

°

° Do not continue to run your mower ifyou hit a foreign object.

Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any dam-

age before restarting and operating you mower.

o 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.

Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. Mow

across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might

toseyourfooting. Donot mowexcessivelysteepslopes. Use

caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain orwhen

changing directions - maintain good footing.

° Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,

grass catcher or other safety devices in place.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

- Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be

sure they are tightened properly.

°Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for

proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi-

tion.

• Keep all safety devices in place and working.

°To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves

or excessive grease and oil.

• Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear and

replace worn bags. Use only replacement bags that are

recommended by and comply with specifications of the

manufacturer of your mower.

,, 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.

Look for this symbol to point out ira-

portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY iS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it can-

not contact spark plug in order to pre-

vent accidental starting when setting

up, transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

; WARNING -"

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

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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, weIF

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 assembte and maintain your lawn mower

properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 9!7,379310

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PU RCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE

LAWN MOWER HOUSING

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP tN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECiFiCATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 6.6

DISPLACEMENT: 12,56 cu. in.

GASOLINE CAPACITY

AND TYPE: ! .5 quart

UNLEADED R EGULAR

OIL TYPE (APf-SFiSG): SAE 30 (above 32_F)

SAE 5W_30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 27 oz.

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION J19LM, RJ19LM

(GAP: .030") STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .008"

EXHAUST: .008"

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: .0125 in.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSmBILITIES

-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,

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

defect in material or workmanship,

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies 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 mower blades, blade adapters, belts,

air cteaners 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 tS 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 tN THE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and youmay also have other rights which vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

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TA LE OF CONTENTS

._ . _... _............................. -....... ... _ _ __. . = ._

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 12-14

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

ASSEMBLY ......................................................... :......... 6

OPERATION. ................................................................. 7

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 11

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................. 14

STORAGE ................................................................ ;.. 15

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 16

REPAIR PARTS -LAWN MOWER ........................ 18-22

REPAIR PARTS -ENGINE .................................... 23-25

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................................... 26

iNDEX

A

Accessories ........................................... 5

Adjustments:

Carburetor. .................................. 15

Engine Speed ............................. 15

Handle Height ............................. 15

Height of Cut ................................. 8

Air Filter:

Replacement ............................... 13

Service ........................................ 13

Assembly ............................................. .6

B

Blade:

Sharpening ................................. 12

Replacement ............................... I2

C

Controls:

Drive Control ................................. 8

Engi ne Zone Control ..................... 8

Engine Speed Control ................... 8

Operator Presence Control Bar .... 8

Customer Responsibilities...._ .... 3, 11-13

Air Filter ....................................... 13

Blade Care/Replacement ............ 12

Drive Wheels ............................... !2

Engine ......................................... 13

Lubrication ................................... 13

Spark Plug .................................. 13

Cutting Levels ...................................... 8

E

Engine:

Air Filter ....................................... 13

Oil Change .................................. 13

Oii Leve! ...................................... 13

Oil Type ....................................... 13

Starting .......................................... 9

Stopping ........................................ 9

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

F

Fuel:

Capacity ........................................ 3

Storage ....................................... t5

Type .............................................. 9

L

Lubrication:

Engine ......................................... 13

Lawn Mower ................................ t I

M

Maintenance Agreement ...................... 3

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 11

Mowing Tips ....................................... 10

Oil:

O

Engine ........................................... 9

Ste rage ....................................... 15

Operation:

Drive Control ............ _................... .8

Engine Control ............................... 8

Grass Catcher ................ ................ 9

Mower ........................................... 8

Operator Presence Control Bar .... 8

Options:

Accessories ........... o....................... 5

R

Repair Parts:

Engine .................................... 23-25

Lawn Mower ........................... 18-22

Responsibilities, Customer ........ 3, 11-13

S

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

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

Carburetor ................................... 15

Engine Speed .................. ;,......... t5

Handle ......................................... 15

Spark Plug; ......................................... 13

Specifications ....................................... 3

Speed Control:

Engine ........................................... 9

Starting the Engine .............................. 9

Stopping the Engine ............................. 9

Storage ........................................ ....... t 5

T

Troubleshooting Chart ........................ 16

W

Warranty ............................................. :. 3

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LAWN MOWER ACCESSO IE

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at moSt Sears retail outlets

and se rvice 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.

.AWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

\\\X

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAmNTENANCE

MULCHER KiTS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SiDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

_._ = = .... ._. _- _=

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES

AIR FILTERS

BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

_- __ _ _ _ _._ _=

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

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ASSE BLY

Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety

before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn

mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the

factory with the exception of those parts left unassembfed

for sh_pping purposes, To ensure safe and proper opera-

tion of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you

assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. All parts

such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete

the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

•Remove loose parts included with mower.

- Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel

down flat.

- Remove all packing materials except padding between

upper and lower handle and padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle,

• Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thor-

oughly for additional loose parts.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Figs. 1A & 1B)

iMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS

NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.

• Raise lower handle section to operating position and

squeeze ;the bottom ends of lower handle towards

each other until the pin in handle can be inserted into

one of the three height adjustment holes.

• Raise upper handle section to operating position, re-

move protective padding and tighten handle knobs

securely,

= Remove any packing material from around control bar.

-Your handles may be adjusted for your mowing com-

fort. Refer to Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

OPERATOR

CONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

LIFTUP_

LOWER

HANDLE

LIFT UP

MOWING POSITION

FIG. 1A

HANDLE

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

HANDLE

PiN

\\

/.-

./

TO ASSEMBLE &ATTACH GRASS CATCHER

(See Figs. 3& 4)

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.

• 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.

Lift the reardoorof the lawn mower and place the grass

catcher frame side hooks onto the handle bracket

hooks.

® The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower

housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass

catcher frame.

CATCHER

FRAME

HANDLE

FIG. 3

FRAME

OPENING

CATCHER

FRAME SIDE

HOOK \

HANDLE

BRACKET

HOOK

REAR DOOR

GRASS

CATCHER

HANDLE

FeGo4

FiG. 1IB

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 yoursetf with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this

manual for future reference.

These symbols may appear on your fawn rnewer er in _iter_ture supplied with the product. Learn and understand

their meaning_

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OiL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR

ENG{NE ZONE CONTROLCABLE

STARTER HANDLE

DRmVECONTROL LEVER

GRASS CATCHER CLIP

' ENGINE OIL CAP W/DIPSTICK

MULCHER GASOHNE

CAP

WHEEL ADJUSTER

F_G° 5; (ON EACH WHEEL)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute

and the U.S° Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade turns when the engine is running,

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL o:must be held

down tothe handle to start the engine. Release to stop the

engine.

PRIMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the

cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.

STARTER HANDLE; o 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 high (4) or low

(,,_) engine speed.

MULCHER PLUG =Located at the rear discharge opening

must be removed when converting to bagging operation.

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OPERATION

I_ mask over :the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED (See Fig, 6)

The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the

side of the engine. High• (4) position is for starting the

engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Low

(_) position isfor light cutting; trimming and fuel economy.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

CAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine control to be installed on this

lawn mower in order to minimize the

risk of blade contact injury. Do not

under any circumstances attempt to

defeat the function of the operator con-

trol. The blade turns when the engine is

running.

Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator pres-

ence control bar which requires the operator to be

positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and

operate the lawn mower.

ENG,NESPEED _%

PRIMER _ _- ...........[i_ ............

FiG. 6

DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 7}

• 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 iever.

• Forward motion wifl stop when the operator presence

control bar is 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.

• To keep drive control engaged when turning corners,

push down on handle and lift front wheels off ground

while turning lawn mower.

CAUTION: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

CONVERT LAWN MOWER:

•Release control bar to stop engine,

-Make sure the blade and aimmoving parts

have completely stopped.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

DRIVE

CONTROL

DRJ_V_ECONTROL DRIVE CONTROL

DI_SENGAGED

FIG. 7

TO CONVERT MOWER (See Fig. 8)

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a

mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging:

- Open rear door and remove mulcher plate. Store

mulcher plate in a safe place.

-You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflec-

tot.

- To return to mulching operation, install mulcher plate

into discharge opening of mower.

CAUTION: Do not run 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.

MULCHER PLUG

FiG. 8

OPERATION

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 9}

Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut.

oAdjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Me-

dium position is best for most fawns.

- To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever to-

ward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your

reqLJirements. Be sure alt 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.

LOWER WHEELS FOR H_GH OUT

RAISE WHEELS FOR LOW' OUT

PLATE TAB

LEVER

FIG. 9

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 10)

To remove grass catcher, release operator presence

control bar to stop engine.

- Lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the

handle.

, Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause

unnecessary wear.

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/

FiG. 10

BEFORE STARTmNG ENGINE

OiL (See Fig, 11)

Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine.

• Be sure mower is level and area around oi! fill is clean.

• Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to the full liRe

on the dipstick.

• Use27 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see

"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this

manual. 9

*Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.

oCheck oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill

to full line on dipstick.

o To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time.

o Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

o After the first two (2) hours of mowing, change the oil

and every 25 hours thereafter. You may need to

change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions.

GAS (See Fig. 1!)

o Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness..

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

scids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage, To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer. Drain the fuel tank, start the

engine and let it run until fue! lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cfeaner products in fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

GASOLINE FILLER CAP ENGINE oIL CAP

W/D!PSTICK

FIG_ 11

TO START ENGINE

* To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times before

trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usually

necessary when starting an engine which has already

run for a few minutes.

, Push engine speed control [ever to high (4) position.

, Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle

and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter

rope to snap back.

*To stop engine, release operator presence contro! bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat

priming steps, tn 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.

OPERATION

MOWING TiPS

•Under certain conditions, such as very ta!l grass, itmay

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.

•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 high (_)

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 lawn mower over the area a secOnd time.

• If a trail of clippings is left on the right side of a rear

discharge mower, mow in a clockwise direction with a

small overlap to collect the clippings on the next pass.

•Pores inctoth grass catchers can become filled with dirt

and dustwith use and catchers will collect less grass.

To prevent this_ regularly hose catcher off with water

and let dry before using.

oKeep top of engine around starter clear and ctean of

grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine airflow

and extend engine life.

MAX 1/3

FIG. t2

MULCHING MOWING TiPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. SEE "CLEANING ' IN CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILiTiES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.

* The special mulching blade will recut the'grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass wil!

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the !awn.

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the,

blades.

, Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes with the muiching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon,

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

wili net be exposed to the direct sun.

For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height

so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third

of the grass blades (See Fig. 12). tf the fawn 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 rnulched grass. For

extrer_ely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut by

overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly:

oCertain 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 tOsouth one week then change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

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OUSTO RESPON ILITi

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check for Loose Fasteners

Cleani_nspect Gra:ss Catcher

(if Equipped)

Clean Lawn Mower

Clean Under Drive Cover

(Power:Propelled Mowers)

Check drive beft/pulleys

.(Power-PropeI_ed Mowers)

ChecWSharpen/RepIace Blade

Lubrication Chart

Clean BattepiiRecharge

Electric Start Mowers)

Check Engine O}! Level

ins Oil

Clean Air Filter

Inspect Muffler

Clean or Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Fiiter Paper Cartridge

1 - Change more often when operating under a heav,

2 ,- Service more often when ope_>3,ting in diC_y or dusty conditions.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.

' lead or in high ambient temperatures.

SERVICE DATES

LUBRiCATiON CHART

GENERAL RECOM JIENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that

have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To

receive fu IIvalue 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 Semice and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at teast once each season.

Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace air filter

element and cheCk blade for wear. A new spark plug

and clean/new air filter element assures proper air-fuel

mixture and helps your engine run better and last

longer.

Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engine oil level.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART").

WHEEL

ADJUSTER

ENGINE OIL

REAR DOOR

HANDLE BRACKET HINGE

MOUNTING PiN

OSPRAY LUBRICANT

(_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION,

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.

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CUSTO PO ILITIES

LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

TIRES

=Keep tiresfree of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

- 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. 13)

•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

•Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and

carburetor are up.

• Use a wood block between blade and mower hous-

ing to prevent blade from turning when removing

blade bolt.

• Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade

with heavy cloth.

• Remove blade bolt by turning counter-clockwise..

• Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt, lock

washer and hardened washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the key

inside hub of blade adapter. The key must be in good

condition to work properly. Replace adapter if damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig. 13)

•Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft.

Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are

aligned.

• Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2)

holes in the bladewith the raised lugs on the adapter.

•Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp

edge) is up toward the engine.

• Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened

washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.

• Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower

housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.

° The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. Ibs.

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if

you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn

mower or engine.

° The blade can be sharpened with a file or on agrinding

wheel. D0 not attempt to sharpen while on the.mower.

• To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam orwall.

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.

BLADE

BLADE

KEY

CRANK-

SHAFT

KEYWAY

CRANK-

BL SHAFT

B( HARDENED

WASHER TRAILING

LOCK WASHER EDGE BLADE ADAPTER

FIG. 13

GEAR,CASE

- 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 under the drive cover

twice a season.

°The gear case is filled with lubricant to the proper level

at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs

attention is if service has been performed on the gear

case.

•If lubricant is required, use only Texaco Starplex Pre-

mium Grease, part no. 750355. Do not substitute,

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.

tf necessary to clean the drive wheels, check both front

wheels.

Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and washers.

,Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.

• Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the

dust cover, pinion and!or drive wheel gear teeth.

•Put wheels back in place.

If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not turn freely,

contact your nearest authorized service center.

GRASS CATCHER

= The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must

be dry when used.

• Checkyour grass catcher often for damage or deterio-

ration. Through normal use it wifl wear. if catcher

needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer

approved replacement catcher. Give the lawn mower

model number when ordering.

12

CUSTOM RESPO L|T ES

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oi! rated with AP[ service

classification SF or SG..._etvct the o t s SAE v scos ty grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSF_ GRADES

_F r -20 _ 0" 30 _ 32_ 40 _ 60_ 80 _ 100°

°c 30o .,oo 40° ;° 1'o°_ 20" 2o 4;°

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although mukFviscosity oits (5W30; t0W30 etc,)

improve staring in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil levei 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 at least once a year if the lawn

mower is not used for 25 hours in one y®ar.

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. 14)

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fue!

tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface.

• Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable

container. Rock Jawn 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.

Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line on the

dipstick. DQ 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. 15)

*Loosen cover screw,

Swing cover down and remove from hinge.

o Pul! paper filter out of air cleaner body.

Clean air cleaner cover and body.

install a new paper filter.

® Reinstall cover to air cleaner body. Be sure.hinge is

assembled properly.

® Swing cover up and tighten cover screw. (Do not

overtighten). 13

CONTAINER

FIG. 14

AIR FILTER

COVER

H!NGE

/

PAPER /COVER

FnLTER SCREW

FIG. 15

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create afire

hazard _nd!or damage.

SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make your engine

start easier and run better, Set spark pluggap at .030 inch.

CLEAN NG

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSIN_ FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING

AFTER EACH USE.

,_ f_. ace_ ._wirewhere !t I

_n{act with the spark

plug. •

• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and

carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn

mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and

trash.

Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A

c ogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean

lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air

filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.

CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER

Clean under drive cover at least twice a season. Scrape

underside of cover with putty knife or simifar t0ol to remove

any build-up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover.

SERVIC AND ADJUSTIVi NTS

CAUT|ON: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

=Release control bar.

Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.

, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.

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 lawn mower, is provided to minim=ze 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, !6)

= Remove drive cover. Remove belt by pushing down on

gear case pulley and rolling belt off pulley.

o Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel

cap up,

Remove blade,

o Remove debris shield.

Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft.

Install new belt by reversing above steps.

Always use factory approved belt to assu re fit and long

tife.

TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Fig, !7)

The handle on your lawn mower has three (3) height

positions - adjust to height that suits you.

Squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle towards

each other until the pin in handle can be inserted into

one of the three height adjustment holes.

ENGINE

ENGaNE SPEED

Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt

to increase engine speed orit may result in personal injury.

Ifyou believe tha_tthe eng ne _srunning too fast or too stow,

take your lawn mower to an authorized service center/

department for repair and adjustment.

/

,/

DRIVE

COVER

BELT

PRESS

DOWN

FiG. 16

\PIN

J

f3-POSITION

HANDLE

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

\

FiG. 17

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/department for

repair and adjustment.

14

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the

end of the'season or if the unit will not be used for30 days

or more.

LAWN MOWER

When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean

it thoroughly, remove ati dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in

a clean, dry area.

o Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and, pins are

securefy fastened, inspect moving parts for damage,

breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

, Touch up all'rusted 0r chipped paint surfaces; sand

lighti_, before painting:

HANDLE (See Fig. t8 & t9)

*You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage.

o Loosen the two (2) handie knobs on sides of the upper

handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear.

Squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle toward each

other until pins in handle clear the brackets and pivot

entir e handle assembly forward and allow it to rest on

mower.

, When setting up your handle from the storage position,

the Iower handle will require manually locking into the

mowing position.

IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR

STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD

THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE

CONTROL CABLES.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROL BAR "_--___

UPPER HANDLE

FOLD FORWARD t_(//

FOR STORAGE _%,

LOWER HANDLE

FOLD BACKWARD

MOWING

POSITION

FIG. 18

/

,/

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

iMPORTANT: iT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

ME3'_HANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMAT ON OF AC DS DUR NG:

STORAGE, ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

o Drain the fuel tank,

o Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.

o Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe

fue_ 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 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.

ENG_[NE OIL

Drain oi! (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYUNDER

° Remove spark plug.

Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole

into cylinder,

* Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil,

Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

o Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

o 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 protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower

with gasoline in the tank inside a build-

ing where fumes may reach an open

fiameor spark. AIIowthe engineto cool

before storing in any enclosure.

FmGo_9 15

TROU LESHOOTING POINTS

_ROBLEM

Does not start

CAUSE

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Out of fuel.

3. Stale fuel;

4. Water in fuel.

5. Spark plug wire is disconnected.

• 6. Bad spark piug.

7, Loose blade or broken blade adapter.

8. Contro{ bar in released position

9. Control bar defective

LOss of power 1. Rear of fawn mower housing/blade dragging

in heavy grass.

2. Cutting too much grass.

3. Dirty air fitter.

4. Buildup.of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

5. Too much oi! in engine.

6. Walking speed too fast.

1. Worn. bent orloose bfade.

2. Wheel heights uneven.

: 3_ Low engine speed.

4. Bijildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

Poor cut - uneven

Excessive vibration 1. Worn. bent or loose blade.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

Starter rope hard to pul| t. Engine flywheel br_ike is on when control bar is

released.

2. Bent engine crankshaft

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

Loss of drive

. = _=._=- . .-;

Grass catcher not filling

(If so equipped)

Hard tO push

1. Drive wheels not turning with drive control engaged.

2. Belt notdriving.

1. Cutting height too tow.

2. Lift on blade worn off.

3. Catcher not venting air.

4. Low engine speed.

!. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low.

2. Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging

ingrass.

3. Grass catcher too fu!!.

4. Handle Height position not right for you.

CORRECTION

•rr •

t. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fill fuel tank_

3. Drain tank and refiil with fresh Clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh

gasoline.

5. Connect wire to plug..

6. Reptace sparkplug.

7. Tighten blade bolt or repiace blade adapter:

8. Depress control bar to handle.

9. Replace control bar.

I. Set in "Higher. Cut" position.

2. Set in "Higher Cut" position.

3. Clean!replace air filter.

4_ Clean underside of mower housing.

5. Check oii level.

6. Cut at slower walking speed.

1. 'Replace blade. Tighteil blade bolt.

2. Set aIl wheels at same height.

3. Set engine speed control in HIGH position,

4. Clean underside of mower housing.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact Sears Service Departmer)t.

i. Depress control bar to upper handle before

putling starter rope.

2. Contact Sears Service Department.

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface

to start engine.

1. Adjust or replace drive control cable, if broken,

2. Put belt on pulleys or replace belts if broken.

t. Raise cutting height.

2. Replace blade.

3. Clean grass catcher.

4. Set engine speed control in HIGH position.

I. Raisecutting height.

2. Raise rear of iawn mower housing one (1)

setting higher.

3. Empty grass catcher.

4. Adjust handle height to suit.

16

SERVICE NOTES

17

REPAIR PARTS

QO

58 25

5

59

27

24- 26

ROTARY LAWN MOWE RMODEL NUMBER 917.379310

11

4

18

30

56

•

I

12 13

56

37

36

22

27

35

28

44

-50

REPAIR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917o379310

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KEY PART

NO. NO

1 145640X479

2 158921

4 150502

5 151517

6 87692

7 STD54t425

8 145794

9 147690

11 128415

12 STD512505

13 146337

14 700483X479

t5 700365X479

16 133190X479

!7 140661X479

!8 150050

19 51793

20 140540

21 150425

22 85543

23 87677

24 150181

25 131959

26 83923

27 150341

28 142748

29 62335

30 145937X004

31 701037

32 850862X004

33 73510400

34 14663Q

35 146233

36 146234

37 150078

39 153300X479

40 t53301X479

DESCRIPTION

Upper Handle

Engine Zone Control Cable

Handle Bolt, Quick

Cable Clip

Handle Knob

Locknut 1/4-20

Control Bar

Rear Door Kit

Pop Rivets

Hex Tapping Screw I/4-20 x t/2

Seal

Back Plate

Side, Baffle

Discharge Baffle

Rear Baffle

Screw

Hairpin Cotter

Rear Skirt

Mulcher Plug

Engine Pulley

HFPro Key #505

Hubcap

Handle Bolt

Flange Nut

Wheel & Tire Assembly

Shoulder Bolt 3/8q6 x 1

Belleville Washer

Axle Arm Assembly

Selector Knob

Selector Spring

Keps Nut i/4-20

Spacer

Wheel Adjusting Bracket (Left)

Wheel: Adjusting Bracket (Right)

'Thread Cutting Screw 5/16-!8 x 3/4

Handte Bracket Assembly (Left)

Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)

KEY PART

NO. NO DESCRIPTION

41

44

46

47

48

49

50

51

52

55

56

58

59

61

62

64

150406

48422

851514

141114

851074

850263

851084

700869X479

85463

751592

88652

151723X479

73990500

132001

134612

7t 155890

-- 159060

Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1_1/8

Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #14,15,5t & 52)

Blade Adapter

Blade 22"

Hardened Washer

Helical Washer 3/8-24 x t-3/8 Grd. 8

Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x t-3/8 Grd. 8

Front Baffle

Danger Decal

Locknut 3/8-16

Hinge Sc[ew

Lower Handle

Hex Nut

Rope Guide

Debris Shield

Engine (See Breakdown)

Craftsman 143.976610

Foam Grip

OwneCs Manual

Available accessories not included with lawn mower:

7__t_33723 High Wheel Kit

7_! 33623 Gas Can (2.5 gal.)

71__:33500 Fuel Stabilizer

7_!133027 SAE 30W Oil (27 oz.)

71133417 Dust Shield

7_! 333t6 Mower Cover

REPAIR PARTS

54

8

8

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.37931

18

35

\

18

15

12

0

11

10

8

REPAIR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.379310

=t

t,o

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 48385

2 148312

3 63601

4 144929

5 146527

6 15O495

8 150182

9 145212

10 88446

11 150340

12 12000058

t3 137054

t4 88080

15 88118

16 67725

DESCRiPTiON

Drive Head Kit

Drive Control

Locknut #10-24

Hex Washer Head Screw !/4-20 x 2.12

VoBelt

Spring Retainer

Hubcap

Flange Nut

Nylon Bushing

Wheel & Tire Assembly

E:Ring

Pinion

Dust Cover

Felt Washer

Washer t/2 x 1-1/2 × .134

KEY PART DESCRiPTiON

NO. NO

18 701037 Selector Knob

25 152903 Drive Cover Decal

27 143603 Hex Washer Head Screw #10_24 x 3/4

28 154990 Drive Cover

31 t32010 Hex Flange Nut

32 137052 Drive Pulley

35 t53372 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)

36 70251-t Gear Case Assembly

37 137090 Spring

38 STD541425 Hex Locknut 1/4-20

40 75192 Spring

4t 153373 Wheel Adiuster Assembly (Right)

52 150224 Catcher Frame

54 t50257 Grassbag Assembly

55 860t2 Driveshaft Cover

56 48386 Drive Control Cable Kit

REPAIR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER -= MODEL NO. 917,379310

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511

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15

7

\

17 7\

lO

18

KEY PART

NO_ NO.

1 17490416

2 137055X004

3 137053

4 57072

6 48373

7 77881

8 137051

9 137074

10 57079

11 131484

DESCRIPTION

Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4

Engagement Bracket

Shifter

Seat

Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key

Nos. 4, 5, and 7)

Bearing

Worm Shaft.

Drive Shaft

Hardened Washer

Clutch Yoke

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12 700343 Bushing

13 86447 Plug

14 137050 Helical Gear

15 750436X Clutch Jaw

16 750369 Grease

17 12000003 E-Ring

18 850848 Hi-Pro Key

19 81585X004 Spfing Bracket

NOTE: AI! component dimensions given in U.S. inches,

1inch = 25.4 mm

22

CRAFTSMAN 4..CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.976610

301 300 263Af

_2s7

/

292 261 \

370A

416 j

277

350

23g

187A

38O

45

Ig5

151A

23

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.976610

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRBPTtON

1 36177

2 27652

6 36059

7 36005A

9 590568

10 36002

11 36003

12 32447

14 28277

15 36006

I6 36008

17 31335

t8 651018

19 36103

20 36010

25 36186

26 650802

30 36185

40 40004

40 40005

41 36070

4! 36071

42 40006

42 40007

43 20381

45 36023A

46 32610A

48 36030

50 36031A

52 29914

69 36032A

70 36194

72 30572

73 28833

75 36010

80 30574A

81 30590A

82 30591

83 36057

85 36034

86 650924

89 611154

90 611155

9I 611156

92 650815

93 650816

100 34443A

101 610118

103 651007

110 36054

119 36061

120 36187

125 36471

125 36472

126 29314B

126 29315C

130 6021A

135 35395

I50 31672

151 31673

151A 40016

!69 27234A

172 32755

174 30200

177 650925A

I84 , 36183

186 36009

t87A 36195

Cylinder (incl. 2,t0,12,20 & I25)

Dowel Pin

Breather Eiement

* Breather Cover & Gasket

Screw, 10-24 x 3/4"

Breather Va ve Body

Check Valve

Breather Tube

Flat Washer

Governor Rod (Machined)

Governor Lever

Governor Lever Clamp

Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x t _}/64"

Governor Spring

Oil Seall

Blower Housing Baffle Ass'y.

nclJ95)

crew, I/4.-20 x 5/8 _'

Crankshaft

Piston,Pin,Ring Set (Std.)

Piston,Pin Ring Set (.010OS)

Piston & Pin Ass'y.(Std.) (incl. 43)

Piston & Pin Ass',/.

(.010 OS)(lnc!.43)

Ring Set (Std.)

Ring Set (o010 OS)

Piston Pin Retaining Ring

Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46)

Connecting Rod Bott

Valve Lifter

Camshaft (MCR)

Oil Pump Ass'y.

* Mounting Flange Gasket

Mounting Flange (incl. 72 thru 85)

Oil Drain Plug (Incl. 73)

Drain Plug Gasket

Oil Seal

.Governor Shaft

Washer

Governor Gear Ass'y. (lnci.81)

Governor Spool

Idler Gear

Screw, 1/4-20 X I-9/16"

Flywheel Key

Flywheel

Flywheel Fan

Belteville Washer

Flywheel Nut

Solid State Ignition

Spark Plug Cover

Screw, Torx T-15, 10_24 x ! 5/16"

Ground Wire

* Cylinder Head Gasket

Cylinder Head

ExhauSt Valve (Std.!, (incl. t 51)

ExhauSt Valve (1/32 bS)

Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)

Intake Valve (1/32" OS)

Screw, 5/16-!8 X i-1/2"

Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)

Valve Spring

Lower Valve Spring Cap

Intake Valve Seal

* Valve Spring Box Gasket "

Valve Spring Box Cover

Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"

Carburetor Mounting Stud

Carburetor Gasket

Governor Link

Air Baffle 24

DESCRIPTION

190 36013

191A 36012

t92 36016

t93 36015

I94 36014

195 610973-

198 36017

!99 36018

202 36482

203 31342

204 651029'

205 651030

215 36051

239 36048

240 36190

243B 651041

245 36046

250 36191

251 650928

251A 650933

255 36193

256 650983

260 36188

261 650737

262 650929

263A 36192

275 36107

276 36043

277 650927

285 34449A

287 650926

290 29774

292 26460

300 36189

301 36246

305 36063

307 35499

308 36040

310 36064

346A 28763

347 650898A

350 36045

370A 36261

370B 36155

370C 36861

380 640020

390 590702

400 36062C

416 36085

417 650760

900

900

Brake Lever Ass'y.

Brake Control Lever

Brake Control Lever Link

Brake Spring

Retaining Ring

Terminal Ass'y.

Brake Control Lever Spring

Brake Lever Bushing

Compression Spring

Compression Spring

Screw, 5-40 X 7/16

Screw, Torx T-10, 6-32 x 17/32"

Control Knob

* Carburetor To Air Cleaner Gasket

Air Cleaner Body (Incl.239 & 350)

Air Cleaner Stud

Air Cleaner Filter

Air Cleaner Cover

Lock Nut t/4-20

Wing Nut, t/4-20

Control Plate

Screw, 8-32 x 2t/64"

Blower Housing ,

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2

Screw, 1/4-20 x l 1/16"

Starter Grill

Muffler

Locking Plate :.

Screw, 5/6-18 x 2-11/32"

Starter Cup

Screw, 8-32 x 2t/64"

Fuel Line

Fuel Line Clamp

Fuel Tank (Incl. 301)

Fuel Cap .

Oil Fill Tube

"O, Ring

Fitt Tube Clip

Dipstick

Screw, I0-32 x 35/64"

Screw, 10-32 x 27/32"

Primer

Lubrication Decal

Control Decal

Primer Decal

Carburetor (incl. 184,239)

Rewind Starter

Gasket Set

ncl. Items Marked* in Notes)

park Arrestor Kit

(Incl. 4i 7)(Optional)

Screw, 8-32 x 3/8' (Optional)

Replacement Engine 750792B

order from 71-999

Replacement S/B 750797,

order from 7!-999

RPM High 2900 to 3200

RPM Low 2450 to 2750

(NOTE: This engine could have been built with 590739

starter. Refer to the design of the rope pulley strength

ribs for part identification. Individual starter parts do not

interchange.). Incl.part #'s 27234A (1),28833 (1),

36005A (I), 36032A (1), 36035 (1), 36048 (1), 36061

(1), 36183 (2), 696088 Instruction sheet (1) .

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143o976610

KEY PART

I

"4 I

i'_ _

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

-- 640020 Carburetor (IncL 187B & 239

of Engine Parts List)

1 632539 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly

5 632593 Dust Seal

6 632541 Throttle Shutter

7 650506 Throttle Shutter Screw

25 632675A Float Bowl

25A 632701 tdie Restrictor

27 632544 Float Shaft

28 632543 Float

29 632548 Float Bowl to Body Gasket

30 632709 Inlet Needle & Seat

32 632672 Bowl Drain Screw

33 632673 Bowl Drain Washer

36 640022 Main Nozzle Tube

37 632547 "O" Ring

37A 632547 "O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube

38 632545 Spring, MainNozzle Tube

38A 632545 Spring

39 632549 Float Bow[ Retainer

40 640021 Main Fuel Jet

...... 47 632554 \gelch Plug, Idle Mixing Well

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

-- 590702 Recoil Starter

1 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

2 590600 Washer

_. 3 590696 Retainer

4 590601 Washer

5 590697 Brake Spring

"-_ _'6 590698 Starter Dog

7 590699 Dog Spring

.__€_a_=_ 8 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y.

(_° 1! 590703 Starter Housing Ass'y.

(40 degree grommet) ,,

__; 12 590535 Starter Rope (98 X 9/64 dia.)

n--_, 13 590701 Starter Handle

U

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTeON

mlll1-7

590739 Rewind Starter

3 590740 Retainer

6 590616 Starter Dog

7 590617 Dog Spring

8 590618A Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y

11 590638 Starter Housing Ass'y

(40 degree grommet)

12 590535 Starter Rope

(Length 98" x 9/64" dia.)

13 590701 Starter Handle

14 590741 Locking Tab

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OWNER'S

AN AL

MODEL NO,

917o379310

iF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

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(1-800-473=7247}

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

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ROTARY LAWN MOWER

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The mode! number for your lawn mower will be found on a

decal attached to the rear of the tawnmower housing.

The model number for your engine wilt be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herei_ 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:

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MODEL NUMBER -917.379310

- ENGINE MODEL NO=- 143.976610

- PART NUMBER

- PART DESCRIPTION

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