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OWNER'S MANUAL MODELNO, 247.384260 ® Caution: Readand Follow All Safety Rules and Instructions BeforeOperating This Equipment 4 HORSEPOWER 4 CYCLE ENGINE 20" ROTARY iViULCHING MOWER Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustment Repair Parts I,I,II,H i i,/,_i illlll .... SEARS,ROEBUCKANDCO., Chicago,IL 60684 U.S.A. IMPOFITA .. ES FORSAFEOPERATION ,A _. ANDIORPROPERTY OFYOURSELF ANDOTHERS. READANDFOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS 1NTHISMANUALBEFO ,_mL _IJL.TO OPERATE YOURLAWNMOWERFAILURE TOCOMPLYWITHTHESEINSTRUCTIONS MAYRESULTIN PERSONAL INJURYWHENJBIm_ _YOU SEETHISSYMBOL-- _ DANGER: HEEDITS WARNING. Your lawn mower was built to be operated accordingto the rules for safe operationin this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on Ihe pad of the operatorcan result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious Injury to yourself or others° TRAINING Foryoursafety,usetheslopegaugeincluded aspartofthismanual to measureslopesbeloreoperatingthis unit on a slopedor hilly 1. Readthisowner'sguidecarefullyin itsentirety beforeattempting area iftheslopeisgreaterthan15`=asshownontheslopegauge, toassembleor operatethismachineBecompletely familiarwith donotoperatethis uniton thatareaor seriousinjurycouldresult. thecontrols andtheproperuseof thismachinebeforeoperating it. Keepthismanualin a safeplaceforfutureandregularreference andfor ordering replacement parts 2 Yourrotarymowerisa precision pieceofpowerequipment,not PERATION a plaything,Therefore,exerciseextremecautionatalltimesYour Do not changetheenginegovernorsettingsor overspendthe unit has beendesignedto performone job:to mow grass Do engine.Excessiveenginespeedsare dangerous not useit for any otherpurpose 2 Donotputhandsor feet nearor underrotatingparts.Keepclear 3. Neverallowchildren under14yearsoIdto operate a powermower of the dischargeopeningat aHtimesas the rotatingbladecan Children14 yearsold andovershouldonlyoperatemowerunder causeinjury closeparentalsuper'¢ision Onlypersonswellacquainted withthese 3. Stopthe bladewhen crossingg_aveldrives,walksor roads rulesof safe operationshouldbe allowedto useyour mower. 4 After strikinga foreignobject,stop theengine,removethewire 4 Keeptheareaof operationclearof all persons,particularlysmall from thesparkplug, andthoroughly inspectthe mowerfor any childrenand pets. Stopenginewhenthey are in the vicinityof damageRepairthe damagebeforerestartingand operatingthe your mowerto help preventblade contactor thrown objectinmower, jury Althoughtheareaofoperationshouldbecompletelycleared 5 if theequipmentshouldstarttovibrateabnormalJy, stoptheengine offoreignobjects,anobjectmayhavebeenoverlookedandcouId andcheckimmediately forthecause.Vibrationis generally a warnbe accidentIythrown by the mowerin anydirectionandcause ingof trouble. seriouspersonalinjuryto the operatoror anyothersaJtowed in 6 Shuttheengineoff andwait untilthebladecomesto a complete the area stopbeforeremovingthegrasscatcheror uncloggingthechute. PREPARATION Thecuttingbladecontinuesto rotatefor a few secondsafter the 1. Thoroughlyinspectthe areawherethe equipmentisto be used.. engineis shut off. Neverplaceanypart of the bodyin theblade Removealt stones,sticks wire, bonesandotherforeignobjects areauntil you are surethe bladehasstoppedrotating, whichcouldbe pickedupandthrownby themowertn anydirec7 Beforecleaning, repairingor inspecting, makecertaintheblade tionandcausesedouspersonalinjurytotheoperatoror anyothers andall movingpartshavestopped.Disconnect thesparkptugwire, allowedin thearea.Planyourmowingpatternto avoiddischarge andkeepthewireawayfromthesparkplug to preventaccidental of materialtoward roads,sidewalks,bystandersand the like, starting. 2 Alwayswearsafetyglassesor eyeshieldsduringoperationor while 8 Do not run the engineindoors performingan adjustmentor repair,to protecteyesfrom foreign 9 Nevercutgrassby pullingmowertowardyou Mowacrossthe faceof slopes,neverup-and-down. Exercise extremecaution when objectsthat may be thrown from the machinein anydirection. 3. Wearsturdy,rough-soled workshoesandclose-fitting slacksand changingdirectionon slopes.Donotmowexcesalvely steepslopes shirts Shirtsand pantsthat coverthe armsand legsand steelAlwaysbesureof yourfooting.A slip andtalecancauseserious toedshoesarerecommended= Donot wearloosefittingclothes personal injury. or jewelry Theycanbe caughtin movingparts Neveroperate 10 Neveroperatemowerwithoutproperguards,platesorothersafety a unit in barefeet, sandals,or sneakers protective devicesin pFace 4 Beforeworkingwithgasoline,extinguishallcigarettes,cigars,pipes 11 Mufflerand enginebecomehot and can causea burn Do not andothersourcesof ignition Checkthefuellevelbeforestarting touch, the engine Gasoline is an extremely flammablefuel Do not fill the gasolinetank indoors,while the engineis running,or until enginehas beenallowedto cool for at leasttwo minutesafter MAINTENANCE ANDSTORAGE running.Replacegasolinecapsecurelyand wipeoff anyspilled 1 Checkthe bladeandenginemountingbolts at frequentintervals gasolinebeforestartingthe engineas it may causea fire or for propertightness AJsovisuallyinspect bladefor damage(e.g explosion bent, cracked).Replacewith bladewhich meetsoriginalequip5 Disengagetheself_propelled mechanismor driveclutchon units mentspecifications so equippedbeforestartingthe engine 2 Keepall nuts, bolts,and screwstightto be surethe equipment 6. Thebladecontrol handleis asafetydeviceNeverattemptto bypass is in safeworkingcondition. itsoperation.Doingso makesthesafetydeviceinoperative and 3 Neverstorethemowerwithgasoline in thetankor gascontainers may resultinpersonalinjury throughcontactwith the rotating inside of a buildingwherefumesmayreachanopenflameor spark blade.Thebladecontrolhandlemustoperateeasilyin bothdirec(e.g, gashotwaterheater).AHowtheengineto coolbeforestortions and automaticallyreturnto the disengaged postitionwhen released. ingin any enclosure, 4. To reduce fire hazard,keepthe enginefreeof grass,leavesand 7. Neverattemptto makea wheelor cuttingheightadjustment while excessive oil. the engineis running. .................... 81Ne_eTbpe-t_tethbmowetinwetgrass:Alwaysbe sureofyour ............................................ 5; Checkthegrasscatcherbagfrequentlyforwearor deterioration: ................ looting. A slip and fai! cancauseseriouspersonal injury. Keep Replacea wornor damagedbagimmediately.Forsafetyproteca firmholdonthehandleandwork,neverrun Mowonlyin daylight lion, replaceonly with new bag meetingoriginal equipment or in good artificiallight specifications_ 2 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Lawn Mower. l't has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you 'thebest possible dependability and performance. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS iiiiii]i I Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your neP,rest Sears Service Center/Department We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair thts unit Horsepower: Please read and retain this manual The instructi_ns wili enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES" Fuel Capacity'.: MODEL NUMBER iiiii ]iiii] ] LI _ J, 4.0 Displacement: 171,9 cc 48 oz. Spark Plug (Gap 025 in ): Champion RJ-19LM (or Equivalent) 247,384260 Solid State Ignition Air Gal:.: SERIAL NUMBER Blade Bolt Torque: _0125 in, 35-40 ft lbs. DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A LABEL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE DECK MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLAC:E FOR FUTURE REFERENCE /_ Sears Maintenance Agreement is availabfe on this product Contact your neare_c.tSears store for details IIIIILIIIIII iii iiiiiiiiiiiiiii ................................. CUSTOMER : IIIII III III I I II ........................... i RESPONSBBIL, JTJES IIIII I I iiiiiiiii iiii i ii i I • e Read and observe the safety rules ® Follow a regular schedule in r_aintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower o Follow the instructions under '"Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's : iiiii iiiWl L'J_l"ll'l"l'l_l'llJLIIl_' II I::: : ::: IIIII1'1 II I I : :::::: :: : iiI Manual.. I I I WARRANTY OHE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAHLAWN MOWER For one year from the date of purchase, when thi_ Craftsman Lawn Mower ts maintaineo, lubricated and tunedup according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears wilt repair, free of charge, any defect in materiat and 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 mower blades, blade adapters, air clea_ers and spark plugs. • Repairs necessary because ef operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the faille maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.. to WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNTIED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Department 731CR-W Sears Tower, Chicago, 3 IL 60684 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..................... CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ............... WARRANTY ..................................... INDEX ................................................ MOWER ACCESSORIES ......................... CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ............. ASSEMBLY ..................................... OPERATION ..................................... 2 3 3 3 4 4 5 6, 7 8-10 MAINTENANCE ................................. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ...................... STORAGE .................................. SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS .................. TROUBLE SHOOTING ............................ REPAIR PARTS--MOWER ........................ REPAIR PARTS--ENGINE .................. SLOPE GAUGE ..................................... PARTS ORDERINGtSERVlCE ....... BACK 10, 11 12 12, t3 13 14 15, 16 17-20 21 PAGE iNDEX '111'"'1'1111111 'l"lll'll'l"lllll'"lllllllllllllllllllnllll A ........................ Accessories Adjustments: Carburetor ....................... Cutting Height ............. Engine Speed ................ Air Filter .................... Assembly: Brake Cable ............... Handle ......................... Starter' Rope ................. B Blade: Replacement .................. Sharpening ............... C Controls: Blade Control Handle ......... Engine Speed Control .......... Customer Responsibilities ...... Cutting Heights ................... E Engine: Lubrication ................ Speed Control ................ Starting ....................... Storage ................... iiiiinl nnll nllllllll I F Filter, Air ........................ 4 12 9 12 11 7 6 7 10 1! 8 8 3 9 1t 8 9 12 P Primer ......................... 11 G Gasoline: Storage ........................ 12 Tank Capacity ............... 3 Type ........................ 8 H Hardware Pack Contents ......... 5 L Lubrication: Engine .................. Wheels ........................ M Maintenance: Agreement .................. Air Filter ....................... Blade Care/Replacement Engine ................... Lubrication ................ Spark Plug .................. Mulching Tips .............. O Oil: Change ....................... Storage .................... Type ........................... Operating Mower ........ 9, 10 R RepairlReplacement Parts 18-20 Responsibilities, Customer. ...... 3 Rope Guide ....................... 7 S Safety Rules ....................... 2 Service and Adjustments: Blade ........................ 10, 11 Carburetor .................... 12 Cutting Height ................ 9 Engine ................... 12 Rear Trail ShieJd ............... 12 Service Recommendations ........ t 3 Spark Plug .......................... t1 Specifications ...................... 3 Starting the Engine ................... 9 Stopping the Mower. .............. 10 Storage .......................... 12 T Table of Contents ................... 4 Trouble Shooting Chart ....... 14 W Warranty ................... 3 Wheels: Adjusting Height .............. 9 Lubrication .......................... 13 11 13 3 1I ..10, 11 1I 13 11 10 11 12 9 8, 9, !0 MOWER ACCESSORIES These accessories were available when the mower was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service center& Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you, when you provide the mode1 number of your mower. ENGINE Spark Plug ¢x:=o _==af Air Filter Muffler Engine OU MOWER Gas Can Stabilizer Blade MAINTENANCE Blade Adapter Wheels CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (Hardware A_ pack may contatn extra items which are not used on your unit. Part numbers parentheses.) ATTACHING ATTACHING THE LOWER HANDLE Hairpinclips (714-0104) cZ ATTACHING "_'t in THE UPPER HANDLE Saddle Washers (736-0451) l THE STARIER are shown ROPE \ C Head Bolts (71 {)-1174) l:le Guide (710-1205) ____._ Hex Lock Nut t_-20 Thread (712-0324) ATTACHING THE THROTTLE CONTROL Spring Washer ¼" LD. (736-0175) t_ k_=J_-- (17174) U" EZ SECURING THE CABLES -._ 0 INCHES Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 1" Long 710-0597) Cable Ties (726-0240) I 2 3 Hex Nut 1/4"20 Thread (712-0287) i..... ii, r,..,.,,,, ASSEMBLY -- ................ f I I '111 _ ,1_..11 IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil before operating your mower. NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. Tools Required for Assembly (1) Pair of Pliers (2) 7/16" Wrenches or Adjustable (1) Flat Bladed Screwdriver Wrenches I Ill' I'' iJ_l H INSTRUCTIONS '1 J jlj UNPACKING • Remove the lawn mower from the carton by opening the top flaps and lifting the unit out. Be careful of the staples. Make certain all parts and literature have been removed from the carton before the carton is discarded • Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground against the engine, e Stretch out control cable and place on the floor,. Be careful not to bend or kink the cable at any time during assembly @ Lay out the contents of the hardware pack according to the illustration on page 5 for identification k_\\ \ Lower Handle \ Mounting \\ \ Bracket ATTACHING THE LOWER HANDLE (Hardware A) ® Attach the lower' handle by placing the bottom holes in the lower handle over the weld pins on the handle mounting brackets extending through the rear of the deck. ).\. e Using a pair' of pliers, squeeze one leg of the lower' handle against the handle mounting bracket, Insert the hairpin clip into the inner hole in the weld pin_ -.-------See figure 1_ Repeat on other side. FIGURE 1. Hole In Blade Control lie Cable Bracket Bolt Spring Washer Hand Curved Washer Carriage .......................... Bolt ................. FIGURE 2. Hex Nut ATTACHINGTHE UPPERHANDLE(HardwareB) • Place the upper handle in position over the lower handle. The hole in the side of the blade control handle (attached to the upper handle) must be on the left side. ® Secure the upper handle to lower handle using the curved head bolts, saddle washers and hand knobs -._------as shown in figure 2. ATTACHINGTHE CABLEBRACKET(Hardware D) • Place cable bracket against the inside of the upper handle (left hand side), The top part of the cable bracket should be just below the blade control handle See figure 2o e Place 114" hex bolt through cable bracket and handte_ from the inside to the outside_ .................................................... e Secure with spring washer (cupped side against the handle) and hex nut,, "Z" ATTACHINGTtlE BRAKECABLE Fitting \ Control Handte ® The brake cable is attached to the engine, and has a "Z" fitting on the loose end, Route the brake cable below the bower handler Place end of cable through .-.------the hole in the bracket as shown in figure 3, Be careful not to bend or kink the cable at any time Push the plastic fitting until it locks into the hole in the bracket Hole in sembled proper bladebebrake WARNING:as shown Brake for cable must asoperation. Plastic Fitting e Hook the "Z" end of the brake cable into the hole in the blade control handle from the inside to the outside as shown in figure 3,, FIGURE 3_ SECURING THE CABLE (Hardware E) Secure cable to the left side of the handle as foliows, \ \ _ cable, the cable must be routed to avoid WARNING: When attaching the control contact with all sharp edges and hot surfaces to prevent damage to the cable, which will render the control inoperative. e Insert posts on cable ties into holes provided on the handles, one on the upper handle and two on the lower handle,, The holes may be either on the inside •.,------or outside of the handle_;, See figure 4A on_ Cable Tie • Secure the cable with, the cable ties See figure 4B. FIGURE ,I. e Trim excess ends of cabie ties Starter Handle ATTACHING THE STARTER ROPE (Hardware C) Lock Nut • The starter rope is inside the top of the engine. Additional rope may be wound around the starter handle- If so, unwind the rope from [_hehandier ® With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded, depress the blade control handle and pull the rope out of the engine Rope Guide • Place the rope guide around the starter handle, so the rope guide bends downward as shown in figure -.,_'--_5 Insert the rope guide into the handle, and secure with hex lock nut. FINAL ASSEMBLY OF MOWER • Make certain securely, FIGURE 5. 7 al! nuts and bohs are tightened illlllllllllllll OPERATION ....................................... ,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,, KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER 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 adjustmentso Save this manual for future reference, Blade Control Hand Knob Upper Ha Starter Ro rake Cable Lower Oil Fill and Dipstick Filler Cap Engine Speed Control Wheel Adjuster Primer Air D_eck FIGURE 6. "' IVIEETS""cPSC SAFETY: REQUIREMENTS ' Sears Lawn Walk-Behind Mowers conform to the safety standards of the American Nationa! Standards Institute, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade turns when the engine is running, BLADE CONTROL HANDLE--must be held down to the handle to start and run the engine, Release to stop the engine. STARTER ROPEwused for starting the engine PRiMER--pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder' for use when starting a cold engine° ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER--Permits tion of fast or stow engine speed. BEFORE U StNG YOUR LAWN MOWER, AGAIN REFER "TO THE "SAFETY 2 OF THIS 'MANUAL. ALWAYS BE CAREFUL. RULES" selec- AS SHOWN ON PAGE The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage._ Always wear safety glasses or eye shields .......................... before.starting power tool operation orwhile performing any,adjustments or,repairs .............................. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over spectacles or standard glasses available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores. HOWTO USEYOURMOWER NOT use I=.lhyLor high octane g;_s0tine,Be certain BLADE CONTROL HANDLE container is clean and frc.=efrom rust or foreign par.. ticles Never use gasoline that "nay be stale from long periods of storage in the container. Your mower has a control handle which reqtJires the operator to be behind the handle to start and run the mower. When the operator releases the contro_ hanate the engine will stop and an interna_bra_,e helps _he blade to stop quickly. When the operator change the cutting jects in the way, the the control handle leave_ the (:.perating position to heighl, pick t,p sticks c_ro_her obengine will stop automa:icaqy wheq is released. ADJUST CtJTTING HEIGHT • Raise wheels for low cut and I.:_werwheels {or high cUL CAUTION: E q_erience indicates th _t alcohol blended fuels (calted §asohol or ,jsing ethanul or methanol1 can attract moisture which leads _o sep,_ration and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine white ir storage To avoid engine problems, the fuel system ._hould be emptied before storage tor 30 days. or longer Jse fresh fuel next season See .'-_TORAGESECTION f3r additional infcr-l_atior_. Never use engine or caro:Jrelor cleanser products in the !uel tank o_ _ermanent damage m_y occur. • Adjust cutting height to suit you, reeuimrr, ents Medium position is best for most lawns ® To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel See figure 7 Move wheel up rjr down to suit/out requirements Be sure z{llwbeefs are in the same setting, TO START ENGtNE e Connect s!)a_k plug _,ire to spar'_ plug. Make certain the meta; loop or lhe end of t'le spark plug wire (inside the "ubber boot) is fastened securely over the meta_ tip _n :he spa.'.',.:ptug Se_ figure 8 Metal Loop on Spark Plug Wire Boot =IGURE 8. e Press prirrer FIGURE 7, BEFORE STARTING ENGINE • Place unit so engine is in a level position e Fill crankcase with oil using a h gh quality detergent' oil classified "For service SC, ,SD, SE or SF " such as SAE 30 (SAE 10W-30 is a_: acceptable substi tute) DO NOT USE !OW40 OIL Remove oil fit! cap slowly until oil level Crankcase capacity ounces) DO NOT button as follows (;old starts only) For each in,tia! start, push primer button five (5) times prior to starter operation -3ee figure 9 Use sharp pus_'es, wait between each push Repeat the above for each starter operation as necessary Do not use primer for warm engine restarts e Set engine s!:_eed control 1o HI _;peed Engine Speed mtrol Lever and oipstick assembly. Pour oi! is to the FULL mark on d,pstick is approximately lq !4 p=nts (20 OVERFILL NOTE: Crankcase oil should be changed after lirst two (2) hours of operation and every twenty-five (25) hours thereafter Refer to ENGINE LUBRICATION section on page 11, • Replace securely oil fill cap and dipstick Tighten ,sap • Fill gas tank with about one (I) quart of clean, fresh, lead4ree grade automotive gasoline., Low-lead or regular gasoline is an acceptable substitute. DO / 1 LOW FIGURE 9, \ \ H! e Hold blade control handle against upper handle.. See figure 10. Pull starter handle quickly_ Do not allow starter rope to snap back TO STOP ENGINE Release blade control handle to stop engine_ Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended o If desired, move engine speed control to LOW for light mowing conditions° MULCHING TIPS e Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings, Starter Handle Handillll 1 ® For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut e Under heavy conditions cross cut for additional mulching of surface debris, FIGURE 10. MAINTENANCE ,, ,,, ,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS ® Once a year' you should replace the spark plug, air filter', and check blade for wear. A new spark plug and air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer. e Follow the Service Recommendation ,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,ll=l=l jll iji : e Assemble bolts, washers, and nuts in the exact order of removal. e Use block of wood to hold blade and tighten bolt clockwise, The recommended torque is 35-40 ft= Ibs.. Torque wrenches are available at most Sears stores and through the catalog, Schedule on NOTE: The bolt used to secure the blade to engine is specially heat-treated_ Do not substitute (See Repair Parts).. page 13., MOWER BLADE CARE CAUTION: A LOOSE BLADE CAN BE DANGEROUS AND MAY MAKE THE ENGINE HARD TO START. Your mower will work better with a sharp blade.. CAUTION: DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT COME IN CONTACT WITH THE SPARK PLUG. Use only a Sears authorized replacement the best cutting results.. TO REMOVE BLADE (See Figure 11): e Turn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor are upo blade to get Washer ® Use a block of wood between blade and mower deck to prevent blade from turning when bolt is removed. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth_ Small Bo Washer e Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise. Use a 91t6" box or open.end wrench. "Large Bolt TO REPLACE BLADE (See Figure 11): FIGURE 11. ................... e Pu t •bl ade adapter o ne ngl nec ran ks haft: .................................................................................................................................................... e Fit blade in adapter. Be sure trailing edge of blade is up towards engine, NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening the blade-but if you do, be sure blade is balanced. 10 TO SHARPEN BLADE: AIR FILTER e The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower Your engine will not run properly an :t may be damaged by using a dirty air filter.. e Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cau_._eexcessive vibration when running and eventual damage to mower and engine. TO CHANGE-" AIR FILTER (See Fi;]ure 13): Replace the air filter every year, more often if you mow in very dusty, dirty conditions Do not wash air filter e Remove 1he air filter cover by turning counterclockwise to the stop and Dull away from collar ® To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or o Remove filter from inside of cover wall.. Leave about one _nch cf the stra+ght nail exposed. Place center ho+e of blade over the head of the nai!. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position if either er+dof the blade moves downward, blade is not balanced. Sharper_ the heavy end until the blade is balanced e Clean the +nside of the cover and the collar to remove an_ dirt accumulation • Insert new Iilter into cover e Put air filter cover and filler into collar aligning the lab with the slot. e Push in on cover and tt.rn cloct;wise to lighten ENGINr Collar ENGINE LUBRICATION You must change the oil in the crankcase after the first two (2) hours of operation and after each 25 hours of tJse thereafter CHANGE THE O11..MORE FREQUENTLY IF LISED tN SANDY OR DLISTY COI',IDI [+IONS Turn Clockwise To Remove Sh TO DRAIN OIL (See Figure 12) e Disconnect spark plug wire _rom spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. Tab Air Flit / ® Drain the gas tank and then turn the mower on its side with the carburetor side ui:)and remove oil drain plug Air Filter FIGURE e Set the mower down and drain oi! into a flat pan NOTE: Oil will drain more freely when warm 13, CLEANING e Replace oil drain plug, tighten firmly. WARNING: DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT COME IN CONTACr WiTH THE SPARK PLUG. e Refill crankcase with oil Refer to BEFORE STARTING ENGINE in operation see:Lion on page 9 of this manual Oil Drain +,Turn Clockwise To Tighten Cover Plug Bottom of Encjine FIGURE 12. SPARK PLUG @ Turn mower on its side with carburetor O Clean the underside of your mower after each use by scraping t+oremove build-up of grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter, tf this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching O Clean your mower and engine often to keep buildup of grass or debris from accumulating around engine. A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life. up NOTE'. We DO NOT recommend using a garden hose to clean mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in shorlening engine life.. Change your spark plug each yea_ to make your engine start easier and run better Set spark plug gap at .025 inch. 11 lUr ir i, ..................... :...........:............. i ii uu i i i illllll,l,lllliM,ul iiilllll ii ill .............. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT Refer to "ADJUST CUTTING section of manual, HEIGHT" 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 mower to art authorized Sears Service Center' for repair and ad* justment. in operation CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control It has been completely adjusted at the factory° tf your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your mower to an authorized Sears Service Center for repair and adjustment. REAR TRAIL SHIELD ENGINE SPEED The rear trail shield, attached between the rear wheels of your mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects wilt be thrown out the rear of the mower toward the operator, Your engine slow and fast speeds have been factory If the shield becomes damaged, it should be replaced STORAGE NOTE: GASOLINE MUST BE REMOVED OR TREATED TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN THE TANK, FILTER, HOSE AND CARBURETOR DURING STORAGE ALSO DURING STORAGE, ALCOHOL-BLENDED GASOLINE THAT USES ETHANOL OR METHANOL (SOMETIMES CALLED GASOHOL) ATTRACTS WATER. IT ACTS ON THE GASOLINE 'TO FORM ACIDS WHICH DAMAGE THE ENGINE. Your mower and engine should be prepared for offseason storage as follows: MOWER ® Clean underside of mower housing (See "CLEANING" in maintenance section of manual). ® Inspect and replacelsharpen blade, if required (See "BLADE CARE" in maintenance section of manual). e Lubricate as shown in Service Recommendation chart on page 13 of manual. HANDLE To remove gasoline, run engine until tank is empty and engine stops. If you do not want to remove gasoline, Sears Craftsman Fuel Stabilizer No_ 33500 may be added to any gasoline left in the tank to minimize gum deposits and acids. If the tank is almost empty, mix stabilizer with fresh gasoline in a separate container and add some to the tank, Always follow instructions on stabilizer container. Then run engine at least 10 minutes after stabittzer is added to allow mixture to reach carburetor. e You carl fold your mowers' upper handle for storage as shown in figure 14. Loosen the two (2) hand knobs on sides of the handle and let the upper handle fotd down to the rear. CAUTION: When folding handle for storage or transportation, be careful not to bend or kink the brake cable You can heip keep your engine in good operating condition during storage by: e Changing oil. e Lubricating the piston/cylinder area by first removing the spark plug and squirting clean engine oil into the spark ptug hole. Then cover the spark plug hole with a rag to absorb oil spray. Next, rotate the engine by pulling the starter' two or three times. Finally, reinstall spark plug and attach spark plug wire. OTHER FIGURE 14. ENGINE A WARNING: NEVER STORE YOUR LAWN MOWER INDOORS OR IN AN ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREA IF GASOLINE REMAINS IN THE TANK. FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT FROM A FURDRYER, CIGARETTE, • Do not store gasoline from one season to another ® Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rusL Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline can cause problems. ETC. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and cause the metal components of your mower to rust To prevent engine damage if lawn mower is not used for more than 30 days, follow the steps below, 12 I SERVICE RECORD I SCHEDULE SERVICE DATES I Fill in dates as you complete regular service l ................ A[Ier First [Every Every Two 25 Use Hours Hours Check Engine (')il if Change Engine Oil Blade Replaced p Air Cleaner Replaced Spark Plug Replaced Lubricate p_ Mower t Cleaning 1 Muffler P " ,i CHECK LUBRICATION ENGINE See "Engine Manual_ Lubrication" n Maintenance Se,:tion of WHEELS DO NOT oil or grease the wheel bearings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that wilt shorten the life of the ,'}elf-lubricating wheel be_rings.. If you ._eelthe wheels m_.tslbe lubricated, use only a dry, silicone type lubricant ,,}paringly. 13 TROUBLE SHOOTING Trouble Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Possible 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Engine overheats Cause(s) Blade control handle disengaged Spark p+ug wire disconnected Throttle contfot lever not in starting Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel Blocked fuel line Faulty spark plug Engine flooded Corrective 1.. 2 position 1, Spark plug w+re loose 2 B+ocked fuel line or stale fuel 3 4 5 Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner 1 Engine oillevel low 2. Air flow _estr+cted Occasional skip (hesitates) at high speed GUIDE 3,. 4 5 6 7 Actfon Engage blade control handie Connect wire to spark plug. Move throttle lever to starting position+ Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoiine Clean fuel line Clean, adjust gap oc replace Remove spark plug, dry the plug. and crank engine with plug removed and throttle in off position Replace spark plug, connect wire and resume starting procedures 1.+ Connect and lighten spark plug wire 2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 3 Clear vent 4 Drain fuet tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Clean air cteaner See maintenance section of this manual 1. Fift crankcase with proper oil 2 Clean lawn mower engine Spark plug gap too close Adjust gap to 030" tdies poorly 1 Spark plug lou{ed, 2 Dirty air cleaner Excessive I Cutting 2 3 Bent cutting b+ade Bent engine crankshaft. 2 3 i 2 Engine speed too low Wet grass 3 Excessively high grass, 1 Move throttle iever to FAST position 2 Do not mow when grass is wet; watt until later to cut. 3 Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath ('U2 width).. 4 Sharpen or replace blade vibration Mower will not mulch grass fautty or gap too wide blade loose or unbaianced 4. Dull blade Uneven cut t Wheels not pos+ttoned correctly 2+ Dull blade, Note; For repairs beyond the minor adjustments l 2 Reset gap to 030" or replace spark plug Clean air cleaner See ma+ntenance section of this manual i Tighten bfade and adapter Balance blade Replace blade. Contact your SEARS Service Place all four wheels in same height position. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. listed above, contact your nearest SEARS 14 Service Center Center SEARS CRAFTSMAN 20" ROTARY MULCHING MOWER MODEL NO. 247.384260 Repair Parts 10 44 39 \ 47 / \ 48 \ 52 15 SEARS CRAFTSMAN 20" ROTARY MULCHING MOWER MODEL NO. 247.384260 Repair Parts PART NO. KEY NO. 1 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 747-0748 17t 74 736-0175 7! 2-0287 720-0226 749-0756A 710-0597 7t0-1205 710-! 174 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 25 29 30 3t 32 33 726-0240 749-0372B 714-0104 17098 731-0872 12935A 12936A 736-0356 712-0798 731-0981A 720-0241 682-0002 753-0485 736-0453 710_0757 742-050O I KEY DESCRIPTION Control Handle Ass'y, Cable Brkt SpL Wash, t/4" I D, Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd" Grip Upper Handle Hex Bolt V4-20 x t" Lg, Rope Guide Bolt Curved Hd Bolt 5/16-18 x 2" Lg_ Cable Tie Lower Handle Hairpin Cotter Hinge Clip Rear Flap Handle Bracket Ass'y,mLH, Handle Bracket Ass'y,--R.H, Bell-Wash, .39" ID, x 1,38" Hex Nut 318-16 Thd.* Hub Cap Hand Knob 20" Deck Ass'y_ Blade Adapter Kit (Splined) Bell-Wash. _46" toD_ Hex Bolt 7/t6-20 x 1,5" Lg. 20" Mulching Blade *Common Hardware--May NOTE: Specifications Be Purchased r NO. PART NO, 34 710-1055 E35 736-0169 i 36 712-0241 712-0324 143_414292 39 44 735-0639 46 738-0102 47 48 49 50 5! 52 53 736-0105 738-0507B 14832 t5262B 15261A 734-15t2A 14578 14579 55 57 746-0735 710-0654A 59 710-0603 60 736-0451 770-7192F Locally,, subject to change without notice or obligation 16 DESCRIPTION Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1" Lg L-Wash, 3/8" I.D.* Hex Nut 3/8-24 Thd. Hex [,-Nut V4,20 Thd Engine--Craftsman Model 143,,414292 Spark Plug Boot Axle Bolt Bell-Wash_ ,400" LD,, x _88" Shld Bolt 50" Dia, x ,,357" Spring Lever Ass'y wtKnob Pivot Bar Height Adj_ Plate Wheel Ass'y, Comp, Height Adj, Ass'y_ Comp,-R.F, & LR Height Adj_ Ass'y_ Compo-L,F,, & R,R Control Cable Hex L-Wash Hd Scr 3/8-16 x 1 0" Lg. Hex Wash, Hd. B-Tap Scr, 5/16-18 x .5" Lgo Saddte Washer ,32" I,D, Owner's Guide CRAFTSMAN 4 H.P, ENGINE MODEL NO. 143,414292 Repair Parts ij_ 292 / 4O0 290 126 125 45A 30j i 1 241 17 CRAFTSMAN 4 H.P. ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.414292 Repair Parts KEY NO. 1 PART NO. DESCRIPTION KEY NO. 35010 PART NO. DESCRIPTION Cylinder Ass'y (Incl. Nos. 92 650815 Washer, Belleville 2 & 20) 93 650816 Nut, Flywheel 2 26727 Pin, Dowel 100 34443A Solid State Ass'y, 6 33734 Element, Breather 10t 610118 Cover, Spark Plug 7 34214A 650814 Screw, Torx "1"-15Hex Washer Breatller Ass'y. (Incl Nos 6, 8, 103 9, 12A & 12B) Hd Sems, 10-24 x 1 8 *33735 Gasket, Breather 1t0 34961 Wire, Ground 9 30200 Screw, Hex Washer Hal. 1t9 "330t5A Gasket, Cylinder Head Self-Tap Seres, 10-24 x 9/16 120 34342 Head, Cylinder 12A 34695 Elbow, Breather Tube 125 29315C Valve, Exhaust (Std) (Incl. 12B 33886 Tube, Breather No. 151) 14 28277 Washer, Flat 125 29316C Valve, Exhaust (1/32" oversize) 15 30589 Rod, Governor (tnct. No. 14) (lncl, No, 151) 16 31383A Lever, Governor 126 29314B Valve, Intake (Std.) (IncL 17 31335 Clamp, Governor Lever No. 151) 18 650548 Screw, Hex Washer Hd 126 29315C Valve, Intake (1/32" oversize) 8-32 x 5/16 (Incl. No 151) 19 31361 Spring, Extension 130 6021A Screw, Hex Flange Hd,., 20 32600 5/16-18 x 11/2 Seal, Oil 30 35612 Crankshaft Ass'y 135 35395 Spark Plug, Resistor (Champion 40 35544 Piston, Pin & Ring Ass'y. (Std) RJ-19LM or equivalent) (Incl.. Nos. 41, 42 & 43) 150 31672 Spring, Valve 4O 35545 Piston, Pin & Ring Ass'y, (.010 151 31673 Cap, Lower Valve Spring oversize) (tnct Nos. 41, 169 "27234A Gasket, Valve Spring Box 42 & 43) 172 32755 Cover, Valve Spring Box 4O 35546 Piston, Pin & Ring Ass'y ( 020 174 650128 Screw, Hex Hd Sems, 10-24 x 1/2 oversize) (tnct. Nos 41, 42 & 43) 178 29752 Nut & Lockwasher, t/4-28 41 35541 Piston & Pin Ass'y (Std) 182 6201 Screw, Hex Hal, t/4-28 x 7t8 (incl., No. 43) 184 *26756 Gasket, Carburetor 41 35542 Piston & Pin Ass'y_ (010 185 31384A Pipe, Intake (lnc[ No.. 224) oversize) (Incl. No. 43) 186 34337 Link, Governor Spring 41 35543 Piston & Pin Ass'y (020 189 650839 Screw, Hex Washer Hd. oversize) (incl No. 43) Powerlok, 1/4-20 x 3/8 42 35547 190 35831 Lever, Brake Ring Set, Piston (Std,) 42 35548 Ring Set, Piston (.0t0 oversize) 191 35040A Bracket, SE Brake (Incl. 42 35549 Ring Set, Piston (.020 oversize) No, 195) 43 20381 Ring, Piston Pin Retaining 192 34966 Link, Control 45A 32875 Rod Ass'y,, Connecting 193 35830 Spring, Extension (Incl. No.. 46) 194 32309 Ring, Retaining 46 32610A Bolt, Connecting Rod 195 610973 Terminal Ass'y. 27241 48 Valve, Lifter 200 33205A Bracket Ass'y, Control (incL 50 33148A Camshaft (Compression Release) Nos.. 202 thru 205) 52 29914 Pump Ass'y. Oil 202 33802 Spring, Compression 69 *35261 Gasket, Mounting Flange 203 31342 Spring, Compression 70 34311C Flange, Mounting (Incl Nos. 204 650549 Screw, FiL Hd, 5-40 x 7/16 72, 73, 75 & 80) 205 650777 Screw, Fil_ Hd, 6-32 x 21/32 72 30572 Plug, Oil Drain (Incl. No.. 73) 207 34336 Link, Throttle *28833 73 Gasket, Oil Plug (Not required 209 30200 Screw, Hex Washer Hd Selfwith plastic oif plug) Tap Sems,10-24 x 9f16 75 27897 Seat, Oil 215 32410 Knob, Control 8O 30574 Shaft, Governor 223 650451 Screw, Hex Hd. Seres, 1/4-20x 1 81 30590A Washer', Flat 224 "34690A Gasket, intake Pipe 82 30591 Gear Ass'y, Governor (Incl. 238 650932 Screw, Hex Washer Hd Shld., 10-32 x 49t64 No. 81) 83 30588A Spool, Governor 239 *34338 Gasket, Air Cleaner 84 29193 Ring, Retaining 241 35797 Collar, Air Cleaner 86 .......... 650488 ........................................ Screw; Hex Hd: Sems, ................................................. 245 ............. 35066 ...................................................... Filter; Air Cleaner (Paper) ................................ t/4-20 x 11/4 250 35065 Cover, Air Cleaner 89 611004 Key, Flywheel 260 35393 Housing, Blower 9O 611112 Flywheel 18 CRAFTSMAN 4 H.P. ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.414292 Repair Parts -3 KEY NO, PART NO. 261 30200 262 65083I 275 277 285 287 35708 650795 35000 650884 290 292 298 30705 26460 28763 300 301 34369A 35355 KE_q NOJ, DESCRIPTION Screw, Hex Washer Hd SelfTap Seres, 10-24 x 9/16 Screw, He_,.Washer Hd Powerlot_ Thd, 1/i-20 x t.,5/32 Muffler As-_/y (Incl No 277) Screw, Her', Hd.., I/4-20 > 2_,_ Hub, Starter Screw, He)= Washer Hd, 8-32 x t/2 Line, Fuel Clamp, Fuel Line Screw, He)= Washer Hd Silakeproof, 10932 x 35/64 Tank Ass'y (fncl Nos 292 & 301) Cap, Fuel 305 306 30T 30;= PART NO. 35577 34265 35499 650562 3tC_ 35578 313_34080 32:" _35392 37(}A! 34346 37(}C't 35167 380 { 632569 39(} l 590621 40(} I 33238D ............ "Indicates Parts included in Gasket Set, Ref No ,400 19 __ DESCRIPTION ~1 Tube, Oi! Fill | Gasket, Fill ] ube | "O" Ring i Screw, Hex Washer Hal. Shakeproof, 10-32 x V2 Dipstick Oil Fill Spacer, Flywqeel Key Plug, Starter Decal, Instruction Decal, Instruction Carburetor (Inct No. 184) Starter, Rewiqd Gasket Set (Incl items ma_ked , ) CRAFTSMAN 4 H.P. ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.414292 Repair Parts PARTS LIST FOR CARBURETOR KEY 1 NO,,1 t 5! 6 I 16! 25 27 28 29 30 I I I J ] PART NO DESCRIPTION 632569 6316t 5 631767 631184 631971 631616 6505O6 632527 631700 631024 632019 631028 631021 Carburetor Comp Throttle Shaft & Lever Ass'y, Throttle Return Spring Dust Seal Washer Dust Seal Throttle Shutter Throttte Shutter Screw Fuel Fitting Float Bowl Float Shaft Float "O" Ring, Float Bowl to Body inlet Needle, Seat & Clip (lncl, No. 31) Spring Clip Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring High Speed Bow! Nut Bowl Nut Washer Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent 31 I 631022 35 I 632047 40 I 632071 44 1 631334 48 I 631027 PARTS _>--4 _-,, NOo PART NO_ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 590621 590599A 590600 590615 590601 590598 590616 590617 590618 590619 590620 590622 590535 13 590452 LIST FOR REWIND STARTER DESCRIPTION Rewind Starter Comp Pin, Spring (Incl, No 4) Washer Retainer Washer Spring, Brake Dog, Starter Spring, Dog Puliey Spring, Rewind Cover, Spring Housing Ass'y. Starter Rope, Starter (Length 98" & 9/64" Dia) Handle, Starter 5 ................................................................................................................................. _,_"_2 .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 2O LO C: (Keep this sheet for future m .._ reference.) i i m I • ! ! I I I i I I I i I I I t I i I I I I :I: -! o) _n -lm rn -i _n m 0 Ill -4 0 0 rn -4 rn :Z:I Z !3 0 rEI -t ::1:: r'rrt Z m r- 0 m ITi r" o -i 3: :g* :g, :o t t I11 m rrt :i:l "-1 0 c:: :I:,, r" .,-t m m Z 0 -4 e I!l ill iI it 0 "0 m i -4 m o) "/I m F i 21 CRRFTSMRH® 4 HORSEPOWER 4 CYCLE ENGINE 20" ROTARY MULCHING MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model engine has its own model number, number. Each The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a label attached to the rear of the deck. The model number for the engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine adjacent to the spark plug All parts listed herein may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Centers and most Retail Stores. WHEN ORDERING THE FOLLOWING HOWTO PARTS * PRODUCT- "20" * MODEL NUMBER * ENGINE MODEL REPAIR PARTS, INFORMATION: Rotary Mulching ALWAYS GWE Mower" - 247.384260 NO. - 143.414292 * PART NUMBER * PART DESCRIPTION Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider that Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians .... professional technicians specifically trained on Sears products, having the parts, tools and the equipment to insure that we meet our pledge to you.° _we service what we sell/' ii ii SEARS, 770-7192F R901203 12/90 ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.
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