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917.372260

4.0 RESERVE POWER

22" POWER-PROPELLED

LA WN M 0 WER

THIS MOWER COMPLIES WITH CPSC REGULATIONS EFFECT|VE JUNE 30, 1982, TO START THE ENGLNE tT tS NECESSARY

TO DEPRESS THE CONTROL BAR WHEN STANDING BEHIND THE MOWER, BEFORE PULLING ON THE STARTER ROPE,

FOR FURTHER STARTING DETAILS SEE PAGE 8 OF THIS MANUAL,

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., CHICAGO, IL 60684 U.S.A.

_ART NO. 87867 REV. 2 4!5/88

CRAFTSMAN quality LAWN CARE equipment

TWOYEARLIMITEDWARRANTYONCRAftSMANPOWERMOWEn

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman power mower is maintained, lubricated and

tuned-up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect

in material and workmanship.

If this Craftsman power 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 cleaners and spark plug.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure

to maintain the equipment acc0rdingt 9the instructions contained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTYSER ,C IAVA, BLERETURN,NGT.ECRAFTSM NPOWERMOWERTOT,E

NEAREST SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT 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 698/731A Sears Tower, Chicago, III. 60684 Jl_

.... I'11r1'111111I[ Ff,rrm_ffT

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT IS AVAILABLE ON THIS PRODUCT. CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST SEARS STORE FOR DETAILS.

CUSTOMERS RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the rules for safe use. Always use care when using your lawn mower. Keep away from

moving parts.

DO NOT work on your lawn mower with engine running. Always keep your mower clean.

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower. Awell cared for mower

will run and last longer.

Fallow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual.

Blade, blade flange, ai_ _J_n_r/ai_ fiii_r, _park plug are expendable parts which are your responsibility.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY ........................................................ 2

KNOW YOUR CRAFTSMAN MOWER ........................................ 3

RULES FOR SAFE USE ................................................... 4

HELP YOUR LAWN MOWER LAST LONGER .................................... 5

HOW TO SET-UP YOUR MOWER ........................................... 6

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ............................................... 8

HOW TO USE YOUR MOWER ............................................. 9

MAINTENANCE ....................................................... 11

STORAGE ........................................................... 15

REPAIR PARTS ....................................................... 17

ENGINE REPAIR PARTS ................................................ 24

TROUBLE SHOOTING ................... ................................ 16

KNOW YOUR CRAFTSMAN®MOWER

ZONE/ENGINE

CONTROL

HANDLE KN(

GRASS CATCHER

HANDLE BRACKET

ENGINE CONTROL KNC

PRIMER

AIR FILTER

FIG. 1

CABLE CLIP

31NE OIL CAP WiTH DIPSTICK

GASOLINE FILLER CAP

WHEEL ADJUSTER

(ON EACH WHEELI

DRIVE COVER

HOUSING

MEETS CPSC BLADE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

SPECIFICATIONS TOOLS REQUIRED

Oil: Use SAE 30W motor oil. SAE 10W30

motor oil con also be used.

Gasoline: Use unleaded automotive

gasoffne. Regular automotive gasoline can

also be used. DO NOT use premium

gasoline.

FOR CATCHER ASSEMBLY

7/16" wrench or

adjustable wrench.

Medium phillips screwdriver.

FOR BLADE REMOVAL

Standard 15116" box or open

end wrench

_ears Rotary Walk-Behind Power Mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute, Outdoor

Sower Equipment lhstitute, and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, as applicable.

RULES FOR SAFE USE

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WiRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE A

IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING

WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO

YOUR MOWER.

IMPORTANT

FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE THE ENGINE CONTROL INSTALLED ON THIS MOWER IN ORDER TO

MINIMIZE THE RISK OF BLADE CONTACT INJURY. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE ATTEMPT TO

DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR CONTROL.

1. Please read your owner's manual.

Only allow persons who know the

safety rules to use your mower.

2. DO NOT tie the control bar to the han-

dle. Control must be free to permit

brake engagement when handles and

control are released.

3. DO NOT altow children to use your

mower.

4. Check your mower over before each

time you mow. Tighten any loose

bolts, nuts, etc.

5. Remove all sticks, stones, wires, cans,

boards, etc. from area to be mowed.

These objects can be thrown by the

blade.

6. DO NOT allow children, bystanders,

or pets in the mowing area.

7. BE CAREFUL-WHEN THE ENGINE

IS RUNNING THE BLADE IS

TURNING.

8. Always shut off engine before trying

to adjust wheel heights.

9. When engine is running, DO NOT put

hands or feet under mower or in the

discharge chute, nor make any

adjustments.

10. Stay clear of discharge opening at all

times.

11. Check gasoline before each use. Do

not fill gas tank when engine is run-

ning, when indoors or when engine is

hot. Allow engine to cool for several

minutes before filling gas tank. Clean

off any spilled gasoline before starting

engine.

12. Mow onl_ in good light.

! 3. Wear on,y solid shoes when mowing.

DO NOT operate mower when

barefoot, or wearing open sandals.

14. Disengage drive control on power

pro.pelled mowers before starting

engine.

I5. DO NOT use a damaged mower.

Always have damage repaired

before mowing.

16. Always stop engine when not cutting

grass or when crossing gravel drive,

sidewalk, or roadway.

17. Never pull mower towards you,

always follow mower to cut grass.

18. Never use your mower without pro-

per guards or deflectors in place.

19. Always mow across a slope or inclin-

ed area. DO NOT mow up or down

a slope or inclined area.

20. DO NOT mow in wet grass. DO NOT

run with the mower.

21. DO NOT run your mower indoors.

Exhaust gases are deadly poison.

22. DRAIN THE GASOLINE tank before

transporting your mower inside your

car or other vehicle.

23. DO NOT run your mower if it vibrates

too much. Stop engine and make

repairs. Vibration is an indication of

damage.

24. DO NOT change the engine gover-

nor settings to over-speed the

engine--damage or injury can result.

25. If a grass catcher is used on your

mower, check the catcher often for

damage or deterioration. Through

normal use it will wear. Use only

recommended replacement catcher.

Always stop engine to remove

catcher.

26. DO NOT store your mower or

gasoline where fumes may reach an

open flame and cause a fire.

27. Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields before starting your lawn

mower and while mowing.

The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign obiects thrown into the

eyes,, which can result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields before starting your lawn mower and while mowing° We recommend Wide

Vision Safety Mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available

at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores,

ACCESSORIESTO HELPYOU GETTHEMOST FROM YOUR MOWER

_OWER COVER: Sears Tyvek_cover, stock number 7) 33316, protects mower from weather when stored outdoors.

_vailable through Sears catalog.

_AS CAN: A new gas can keeps rust and dirt out of fuel system for longer engine life and improved performance. Craft-

_an gas cans have built in filters to keep impurities out of your engine and are available in Permanex ® polyethylene

,ith lifetime warranty and strong terneplate steel.

:LIPP1NG DEFLECTOR: Converts rear bagging mowers to side discharge to disperse safely and evenly, stock number

'1 33303 avai able in most retail stores, through catalog, Sears Central Service and parts desks. N-TE

GH WHEEL K T A pair of 12-inch rear wheels improves handling on soft, spongy lawns and uneven terrain, u :

:the Z! 3372 t High Wheel Kit is purchased as an accessory, the cutting height range wilf be reduced to five (5) different

ositions; from 1 1/2" to 3 1/2". Available through catalog and Sears Central Service and Parts desks.

HESE ACCESSORIES WERE AVAILABLE AT MOST SEARS STORES AND THROUGH THE CATALOG AT THE TIME

HIS MANUAL WAS PRINTED.

IMPORTANTTIPS TO HELPYOUR LAWN MOWER STARTFASTER,RUN AND PERFORMBETTER

1. USE UNLEADED GASOLINE: It burns cleaner and leaves less residue in the engine. Regular gasoline can also be

used. DO NOT use PREMIUM GASOLINE.

2. DRAIN OR RUN-OUT ALL GASOLINE FROM TANK AT THE END OF THE SEASON: DO NOT leave gasoline

in your mower when stored for long periods. It will "GUM" your engine. Run engine until the gasoline runs out.

3. START EACH MOWING SEASON WITH FRESH GASOLINE: DO NOT keep gasoline in your can. If your gasoline

can is starting to rust, replace can.

4. CHANGE YOUR SPARK PLUG EVERY SPRING: An old corroded spark plug prevents fast starting and smooth

running engine.

5. REPLACE YOUR AIR CLEANER OR FILTER OFTEN: Dirt, along with heat can harm your engine, the cleaner or

filter will clog up, preventing clean air from reaching your engine. See "Air Cleaner/Filter" section of this manual

for replacing air cleaner or filter_

6, USE SAE 30W OIL: DO NOT use SAE 10W40 oil.

7. CHANGE OIL AS RECOMMENDED: IMPORTANT - change oil after the first two (2) hours of use, then every 25

hours of use.

8. REPLACE THE BLADE WHEN NEEDED: You can sharpen the blade, but we do not recommend it. Erosion from

hitting foreign objects can damage the blade, Replace blade with one specifically designed for your mower.

9. AT THE END OF THE SEASON, CLEAN YOUR MOWER: IMPORTANT - first disconnect the spark plug wire. If

possible, store your mower in a well ventilated area and protected from moisture.

O. FOLLOW THE MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS IN YOUR OWNERS MANUAL: Read your manual and keep

it in a convenient piace_f-6i'_easy reference.

Your lawn mower has been completely assembled at the factory, except for the grass catcher. To set-up and attach gross

_tc_r, follow the steps under "GRASS CATCHER"

The foflowing parts are included not assembled:

1Grass Catcher Top Assembly

I Grass Catcher Bottom

1 Hardware Package

HOWTO SET-UPYOURMOWER

TOUNFOLDHANDLE

t. Raise handles until the lower handle is in upright posh

tion (See Fig. 2).

NOTE: The lower handle automatically locks into the

upright storage position when raisedfrom shipping

position.

2. Raise the upper handle into position on the lower han-

dle and tighten the two (2) handle knobs.

3. The handle can be mounted in high or low position

to suit the comfort of the user. The handles are ship-

ped mounted in the high position.

4. If the handle feels too high for you:

a. Remove the (2) screws, (2) bushings, (I) bolt and

Iocknut holding the trimplate and rope guide to lower

handle. Keep for re-assembly (See Fig. 4).

b. Remove the handle knobs and bolts from upper

and lower handle.

c. Remove the springs from mounting pins {bee Fig.

3).

d. Remove/ocknuts and bolts from handle brackets

and remove handle levers (Se Fig. 3).

e. Turn handle over, position handle levers inplace

(See Fig. 4).

.Reinstall bolts and/ocknuts (See Fig. 3).

• Put springs back on mounting pins (See Fig. 3).

. Put upper handle on lower handle using handle

bolts and knobs previously removed.

i. Put trim plate and rope guide back on lower han-

dle, removed in (a) above. Tighten the (2) screws,

(2) bushiness,(t) bolt, tighten (2) screws and (I)

Iocknut (See Fig. 4).

I. Snap cable c;o over cable and lower handle [See

Fig.I).

5. Press the handle levers and the handle wilt

automatically lock in_o mowing position.

6. To fold handle for storage, press the handle levers

and move handle forward (Fig. 3).

CAUTION: WHEN FOLDING HANDLE FOR

TRANSPORTING OR STORAGE, BE SURE TO FOLD

HANDLE AS SHOWN /N FIG. 5. /F YOU FOLD

HANDLE THE WRONG WAY, YOU MAY BEND

THE CONTROL CABLES.

TOADJUSTHEIGHTOFCUT

NOTE: The wheels are set in alow cut position for ship-

ment, and should be adjusted for the cutting heightdesired

before use. NOTICE: Lowering wheels raises the height

of cut.

UPRIGHT HANDLE ._,'- ",,

STORAGE POSITION k_

AND REMOVING l

MOWING l

POSITION _,;

LOCKNUT

HANDLE

BRACKET

FIG. 3

HOWTO SET-UPYOURMOWER(¢ONT'D)

TO ADJUSTHEIGHTOF CUT(CONT'D}

CAUTION: DO NOT change the height of cut with the

engine running,

I. The wheel adiusters give you five (5) different cutting

positions. Medium cut is the best for most lawns.

2, High cut is approximately 3 3/8 "_,medium cut is ap-

xIm _t •

pro "ately 25/8 and low cut zsapproximately 1

I/8" There are two (2) other positlons. Pick the posi.

tion which suits you for best cutting (See Fig. 6).

3. The wheel adjusters on your lawn mower can be easi.

ly adjusted as shown in Fig. 7. To change the height

of cut, squeeze adjuster lever toward the wheel, mov-

ing up or down to selected height. Be sure all wheels

are in the same setting (See Fig. 6).

4. When cutting in heavy or moist grass, the rear of the

lawn mower may be raised one setting higher (by

lowering the wheels one setting) to allow better

discharge of the grass.

This will also make the unit push or propel easier

because it will reduce the drag of the rear of the

mower on the grass. This will not harm the cutting

performance.

LOW

MED

iIi

t 11I \

_ j_s

• WHEEL ADJUSTER LEVER

SHOWN WITH WHEEL REMOVED

FIG. 6

REARDEFLEaOR

The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of

your lawn mower, was assembled at the factory and re-

quires no assembly.

T0 ASSEMBLEGRASSCATCHER

NOTE: The grass catcher for your mower is supplied

unassembled. To assemble your grass catcher follow steps

below.

SCREW ACTUAL SIZE

1/4-20 x 3/4"" SCREW

1. Position top half of catcher on the bottom haft (See

Fig. 8).

2. Insert I/4-20 x 3/4 truss head screw through right

front hole of catcher; install 1/4 nut on screw and

leave loose (See Fig. 8).

3. Insert a 1/4-20 x 3/4 screw through left front hole

of catcher; install !/4 nut on screw and leave loose.

4. Tighten screws installed in steps 2 &3. Use a medium

phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws while

holding] the Iocknuts with adjustable or 7/16"

wrench.

5. Install six more 1/4-20 x 3/4 screws, proceeding

around the catcher; leave Iocknuts loose.

6. Use a medium phl_fips s_ewdriver to tighten the re-

maining screws while holding the Iocknuts with ad-

justable or 7/16'" wrench.

NOTE: Check all screws and nuts to be sure they are tight.

FIG, 7

CATCHER TOP

1/4-20 x 3/4"

TRUSS HEAD

SCREW

CATCHER BOTTOM

START HERE

1 4 20 KEPS NUTS

FIG. 8

HOWTO SET-UPYOURMOWER(¢ONT'I))

TOATTACFIGRASSCATCHER

1. Lift rear door.

2. Holding the catcher by the handle, place catcher

frame onto hinge bracket (Fig. 9).

3. Release rear door.

4. When grass catcher is removed from the mower, the

rear door closes for safety.

NOTE: YOUR REAR BAGGER MOWER IS NOT A

MULCHING MOWER. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR

MOWER WITHOUT AN APPROVED GRASS CA T.

CHER OR OPTIONAL CLIPPING DEFLECTOR IN

PLACE.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE MOWER WITH

THE DOOR REMOVED OR PROPPED OPEN.

TOEMPTYGRASSCATCH[R

1. Lift grass catcher, by grasping the handle on top of

grass catcher and on the rear of catcher (See Fig. 10).

2. To empty the grass clippings, shake the catcher, with

the open end aver or inta suitable container for

disposal (See Fig. t0).

BEFORESTARTINGENGINE

i. Remove engine oil cap with dipstick and fill to the

"FULL" line on the dipstick, using about 1 pint of

Sears 30W all or equivalent. SAE 30W oil can also

be used(See Fig. 11). DO NOT use SAE lOW40 oil.

The total oil capacity of your engine is 21 oz. Fill only

to the "FULL'" line on the dipstick. DO NO T over fill. The

first fill on a new engine use about Ipint. Check oil Jevel

and add as required to bring to proper level.

2. Pour oil slowly, DO NOT over fill.

NOTE: On anew engine some oil may be left in the

engine, as each engine is run for operational checks

before shipping.

3. AFTER THE FIRST TWO (2) HOURS OF MOWING

CHANGE THE OIL. See "To Change Oil" section

under maintenance.

Use only all with automotive classifications SF, SE, SD

or SC markings on oil container.

_c:ll_e g:Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels

asohoi or using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids

duri'ng storage. Addi'c gas can damage the fuel system

of an engine while in storage.

To ovoid engine problems, the fuel systemshould be emp-

tied before storage for 30 days or longer. Dram the gas

tank, start the engine and let # run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty. Use fre.sh fuel next season. See

Storage Insh_uctions for additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

JNGE BRACKET

DOOR OPEN

FiG 9

FIG. 10

GASOLINE FILLER CAP

OIL FILLERPLUG

FIG. 11

4. Fill the gasoline tank with about one (I) quart of fresh,

clean unleaded automotive gasoline. Regular leaded

gasohne can also be used (See Fig. 11).

DO NOT use old or stale gasoline which has been kept

from one season to another; starting problems can result.

BE SURE YOUR GASOLINE CAN IS CLEAN AND J

FREE OF RUST AND DIRT.

REPLACE YOUR CAN IF IT HAS STARTED TO RUST.

HOWTO USEYOURMOWER

iMPORTANT

ENGINE¢OHTROL

CAUTION: THE BLADE TURNS WHEN THE ENGINE

15 RUNNING.

YOUR MOWER tS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPERA TOR

ZONE ENGINE CONTROL WHICH REQUIRES THE

OPERATOR TO BE POSITIONED BEHIND THE

MOWER HANDLE TO START AND OPERATE THE

MOWER.

THE CONTROL BAR MUST BE DEPRESSED TO THE

HANDLE TO 5TART AND RUN THE ENGINE, RELEAS-

ING THE CONTROL BAR WILL STOP THE ENGINE.

AN INTERNAL ENGINE BRAKE ASSISTS THE BLADE

IN STOPPING QUICKL Y.

WHEN THE OPERATOR LEAVES THE NORMAL

MOWING POSITION TO REMOVE THE GRASS CAT-

CHER, CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT, PICK UP

5TICK5 OR OTHER OBJECT5 IN THE MOWING PATH,

THE ENGINE WILL AUTOMATICALLY STOP WHEN

THE CONTROL BAR IS RELEASED.

CAUTION; FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE THE

ENGINE CONTROL INSTALLED ON THIS MOWER IN

ORDER TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF BLADE CONTACT

INJUR Y. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUM5TANCE A T-

TEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE

OPERATOR CONTROL.

ENGINECONTROL

The engine speed is controlled by a lever (red knob)

located on right side of engine, It has '_HIGH'" and

"LOW"positions. "'HIGH" position is for starting engine,

heavy cutting and better grass bagging. "LOW" posi-

tion is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy (See

Fig. 12).

TO STARTENGINE

THE CONTROL BAR MU5T BE DEPRE55ED TO THE

HANDLE TO 5TART AND RUN THE ENGINE.

NOTE: The carburetor has a fixed fuel mixture and has

a primer to assist starting.

I. Check oil level; check gasoline tank for _]asoline; and

make sure spark plug wire is attachea,

2. Push lever forward to "HIGH"position (See Fig. 12).

3. When starting a cold engine, push the primer five (5)

times before pulling starter rope. Use firm pushes

when pushing primer, wait several seconds between

each push (See Fig. 12).

4. Repeat step 3 above as required.

NO TE: In cooler weather the need to repeat priming pro-

cedures may be necessary, when weather is warmer over

priming may result in flooding.

If you do flood engine wait a few minutes before

repeating priming procedures.

It is not necessary to use t_rner to start warm engine,

5. Position yourself as shown in Fig. 15.

6. Pull on starter handle quickly.

7. DO NOT allow starter rope to snap back.

8, To stop the engine, release the control bar (See Fig.

14).

FIG. 1 2

CONTROL BAR

;INE

CONTROL

TO ENGAGE

DRIVE CONTROL.

FIG, 13

CONTROL

RELEASED

ENGINE STOP

FIG. 14

FIG, 15

CONTROL

OR_VE CONTRO

DISENGAGED

CONTROL

DEPRESSED jSTART. RUN

HOW TOUSEYOURMOWER((ONT'D)

IF ENGINEDOESNOTSTART

1. Check blade -remove spark plug wire when checking

blade. If blade is loose, see "BLADE AND BLADE

FLANGE CARE" of manual for instructionson tighten-

ing blade.

2. Check air filter - replace ff dogged. ,See "Air Filter"

section.

3. Check spark plug . if dirty, clean or replace.

4. Observe that lower end of the engine control cable

is actuating the lever mounted on the engine.

5. Engine may be flooded -wait afew minutes and

repeat starting procedure.

NOTE: If then your engine will not start, contact your

nearest Sears Service Department for help.

ZONE/ENGINECONTROL

Your mower is equipped with a zone/engine control at-

tached and requires no adjustments (See Fig. 13).

DRIVE CONTROL

The power-propelling forward motion is controlled by

pulling the control bar down to handle and pushing the

drive control lever forward until it clicks, then release the

lever (See Fig. 13).

Forward motion wil! stop when the control bar isreleased.

To stop forward motion without stopping the engine,

release the control bar slightly untilthe drive control

disengages. Depress control bar to handle to continue

mowing without self-propelling.

To turn corners, you may prefer to keep the drive control

engaged, and push down on the handle, lifting the front

wheels off the ground and turning mower.

POWER-PROPELLEDDRIVE

1. Your power-propelled drive is accomplishedby a belt

drive from the engine crankshaft to a Worm gear case.

2. The drive belt is sprlng.loaded at the gear case to

maintain proper belt tension. Keep the area around

the gear case clear of trash by removing drive cover

and deanlng (See Fig. 16 and 17).

3. The gear case is lubricated with multi.purpose

automotive grease. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER type

grease or oil in the gear case. See "GEAR CASE'"

under "Maintenance".

4. Check your mower, each time you mow, to be sure

that the front wheels turn freely. If wheels DO NOT

turn freely, remove any trash which may have gotten

into the wheel, pinion, or bearing areas.

5. If at any time, the drive belt is replaced, use only fac-

tory specified belt to get longer life and maximum

performance.

MOWINGTIPS

I. Under certain conditions it may be necessary to raise

the height of cut to keep from overloading the engine

and leaving dumps of grass clippings.

FIG. 16

FIG. 17

BLOCK OF WOOD

FIG. 18

CRANKSHAFT &

BLADE FLANGE

DETAIL

_RANKSHAFT

SLOT

LADE NUT

BLADE WASHERS

TAB _ADE

BLADE FLANGE

FIG. 19

HOW TO USE YOUR MOWER (CaNT'D)

MOWINGTIPS(C0NT'D)

2, For extremely heavy cutting, make the width of your

cut 1/2 to 3/4 the normo/ cut, This will reduce the load

on the engine and give you cleaner cutting and

bagging.

3. The user should note that when cutting moist, heavy

grass with arear bagging mower, dumps of cut grass

may fail to enter the grass catcher. To pick up the

dumps if they occur, run the mower over the area a

second time.

4. Under certain conditions a trail of grass dippings may

be left at the right side of the mower. Mowing in a

clockwise direction with asmall overlap will allow

these clippings to be collected on next pass.

FIG. 20

APPROX ,'32 '_

MAINTENANCE

Be good to your mower. Once a year put in a new spark

plug, a new air filter and check blade for wear. A new

blade cuts better. With a new spark plug your engine will

start and run better. A clean air filter assures proper air-

fuel mixture, tt will help your engine run better and last

longer.

MOWER:

BLADE/BLADEFLANGECARE

CA UTION: Protect your hands when removing or in-

stalling blade of your mower, Wear heavy gloves

and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth when holding

blade. Always use a block of wood when tightening

blade nut or blade bolt.

Use only a Sears authorized replacement blade to get

the best cutting results,

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug

and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the

spark plug.

1. To remove the blade and blade flange, turn mower

on its side with carburetor and air filter up (See Fig.

18).

2. Take blade nut off by turning counter-clockwise. Use

a 15/16" box or open end wrench on the blade nut

(SeeFig.7e).

3. Put a block of wood between the blade and mower

housing to prevent blade rotation when removing and

tightening blade nut.

NOTE: Always check the blade flange when changing

the blade to be sure tab has not been damaged (See Fig.

19).

4, if the tab in the blade flange is damaged replace the

blade flange.

NOTE: The blade flange with tab attaches the blade to

crankshaft. It is not intended to protect the crankshaft. The

tab must be in good condition and located in slot af

crankshaft to keep blade attached.

5. Put the blade flange on the engine crankshaft with the

tab in the slot of-the.cr_ankshaft (See Fig. 19).

6. Put the blade on the crankshaft as shown in (Fig. 19).

Be sure the word "TOP" (stamped in the blade) is

toward the engine,

7_ Install the flat washer, two (2) formed washers and

blade nut as removed above.

NOTE: We recommend that the blade nut be replaced

when installing anew blade. 1!

HEX HEAD SCREW

FIG, 21

8. Tighten blade nut. The recommended tightening tor_

qbueis 70-75 ft. Ibs. Use block of wood to prevent

lade rotation.

NOTE: Torque wrenches are available at most Sears

retail stores and through the catalog.

A loose blade can result in difficult starting of engine.

We DO NOT recommend sharpening blade -you can

keep the cutting edge touched up with a file. Grinding the

cutting edge excessively can cause the blade to be out

of balance. An unbalanced blade can cause excessive

vibration and shorten the fife of the engine and mower.

TO CHECKAND/TO REPLACEBELT

1. Remove the drive cover by removing the two (2)

screws (See Fig. 16).

2. Inspect belt for wear or damage. If you decide to

replace:

a. Push down on gear case pulley until belt can be

removed from gear case pulley (See Fig. 20).

3. Turn mower on its side with carburetor up,

4. Loosen hex head screw holding belt snubber in place

and move belt snubber away from pulley (See Fig.

21).

5. Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft and

carefully slip the belt off over the blade.

CAUTION: The sharp edges of blade can cut the belt.

Use care in installing new belt over blade.

6, To install new belt, reverse procedure as above in

removal.

7, Move belt snubber back in place, approximately

1/32" away from belt and tighten hex head screw

(See Fig_ 21).

NOTE: Always use only factory approved belt to assure

proper fit and longer life,

MAINTENANCE(CONT°D)

REARDEFLECTOR

The rear deflector which is attached to the rear of your

mower is to keep objects from being thrown out the back

of the mower. If your rear deflector becomes damaged

you should-replace it (See Fig. 22).

TO ADJUSTDRIVE CONTROLCABLE

NOTE: THE DRIVE CONTROL CABLE SHOULD BE

CHECKED OFTEN TO BE SURE THAT GEAR CASE

SHIFTER tS FULLY ENGAGED OR WHENEVER SER-

VICE HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON THE GEAR CASE

OR DRIVE CONTROL COMPONENTS.

1. To adjust, remove the drive cover by removing two

(2) screws. Keep for re-use [See Fig. 16).

2. Loosen cable clamp screws "A" &"B" (See Figs.

23).

3, Loosen both jam nuts "C" &"D" at the cable clamp

on the gear case adjusting bracket (See Fig. 17).

4. Unhook clutchspring from shifter arm (See Fig. 17).

5. Hold, clip or tape down the drive control bar and

engage the drive control (See Fig. 13).

6. Move the shifter arm to drive position. To be sure

the jaw clutch is fully engaged, rotate the front

wheels.

7. Hold shifter arm in fully engaged position by pliers

as shown in Fig. 17. DO NOT pull on controt cable.

8. Tighten jam nut "'C'" up to bracket until cable is snug.

9, Tighten cable clamp screw "B" (See Figs. 17).

10. Tighten jam nut "'D'" up to bracket (See Fig. 17).

t 1, Tighten screw "A'" (Fig. 23).

12, Put clutch spring back in place on shifter arm, remov-

ed in step 4 above.

t3, With drive control in engaged position, push mower

back and forth to be sure gear case isfully engaged.

NOTE: Be sure to disengage drive control before start-

ing engine.

t4. Put drive cover back in place, removed in step I

above.

GEARCASE

I. THE GEAR CASE AND AREA AROUND ALL THE

DRIVE SHOULD BE KEPT CLEAN AND FREE OF

TRASH BUILD-UP.

2. To check gear case area:

a, Remove the drive cover by removing the two (2)

screws (See Fig. 16). Keep for re-use.

b. Clean trash from around gear case.

c. Put drive cover back, removed in (a) above.

NOTE: Thegear case is filled to proper level at the fac-

tory. The only time the lubricant needs attention is ff ser-

vice has been performed on the gear case.

The gear case mustbe filled with grease after gear case

has been serviced. Use only multi-purpose automotive

grease. Do not substitute.

REAR DEFLECTOR

FIG. 22

FIG. 23

COTTER

iWASHER

FIG. 24

HUBCAP

FIG. 25

MAINTENANCE{CONT'D)

LUBRICATION

MOWER WHEELS: Lubricating wheels and/or wheel

bearings is not necessary under normal conditions.

Should conditions require lubricaiton, thoroughly clean

wheels and/or wheel bearings and axles and apply a light

coating of dry lubricant.

REAR DOOR HINGE: Put a few drops of the same all

as used in the engine on hinge points of rear door once

or twice each year (See Fig. 24).

GEAR CASE: The gear case is filled at the factory and

does not require any addition of lubricant, unless the gear

case is opened and service performed. Use only a multi-

purpose automotive grease for refilling after service has

been performed. Approximately 2 I/2 oz. required.

FRONT WHEEL ADJUSTER5: Put a few drops of the

same oil as used in the engine on the front whee! adjusters

once or twice each year (See Fig. 25).

GRASSCATCHER

Check your grass catcher often for damage or deteriora-

tion. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher needs

replacing, replace only with a manufacturer approved

replacement catcher from Sears. Give the mower number

when ordering.

NOTE: The catcher may be hosed with water, but must

be dry when used.

ZONE/CONTROLLEVER

Put one or two drops of the same oil as used in the engine

between the zone control lever and bracket located on

left rear of engine [See Fig. 26). Do this once or twice

each year.

CLEANING

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug

and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the

spark plug.

I. Turn mower on its side with carburetor up.

2. Clean the underside of your mower by scraping to

remove build-up of grass and trash.

NOTE: We recommend that you clean the underside of

your mower after each use.

3. Clean your mower and engine often to keep build-up

of trash from accumulating around engine; a clog-

ged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.

NOTE: We DO NOT recommend using a garden hose

to.dean mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air

filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in shortening engine life.

GEARCASEAND DRIVEWHEELS

NOTE: The gear case and drive wheels should be cared

for much like you would on automobile.

I. On a regular schedule remove the drive cover and

remove any trash around gear case and belt area.

2. To remove drive cover,_rems2yethe two (2) screws (See

Fig. 16). Keep for re-use.

3. Keep your mower clean and properly lubricated.

CONTROL

LEVER

FIG. 26

DRIVE WHEELS

NOTE: Check front drive wheels each time before you

mow, to be sure they move freely.

1. The wheels not turning freely, indicates trash, grass,

cuttings, etc. are in the drive wheel area, and must

be cleaned to free drive wheels.

2. If necessary to clean the drive wheels (See Fig. 25)

check both front wheels.

a. Remove hub caps, hairpin cotters and washers.

Keep for re-use.

b. Remove wheel from wheel adjusters.

c. Remove any trash, grass cuttings from inside the

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

d. Put wheels back in reverse of removal.

3. If after cleaning drive wheel area, the drive wheels

DO NOT rotate freely, the gear case needs care.

NOTE: If your gear case requires service we suggest that

you contact Sears Service Center.

IIITWANC| (¢ONT'D)

M61NE:

LUflR TION

ENGINE: use of proper oi1in your engine and keeping

to full level is essential. Changing oil regularly will

lengthen the llfe of your engine.

The total oil capacity of your engine is 21 oz. Fill onty

to the "FUtL " line on the dipstick. DO NOT overfill. The

first fill on anew engine use about l pint. Check oil level

and odd as required to bring to proper level.

NOTE: On anew engine some oil may be left in the

engine, as each engine is run for operational checks

before shipping.

Use Sears SAE 30Wail or equivalent. SAE lOW30 oil

can also be used. DO NOT use SAE lOW40 oil.

Use only oil with automotive classifications SF, SE, SD

or SC markings on oil container.

Using Sears SAE lOW30 oi! witt assist engine starting

in coot weather,

Running your engine with oil below safe/evet or with dirty

contaminated oil can contribute to shortening the fife of

yAour engine.

tier the first two (2) hours of mowing change the oil, then

change the oil every 25 hours of mowing thereafter, ff

you mow under dusty, dirty conditions you may need to

change the oil more often.

TOCHANGE01L

CAUTION: Disconnect spark ptug wire from spark plug

and place wire where it cannot come in contact withthe

spark plug.

I. Remove engine oil cap with dipstick, lay aside on a

clean surface. Warm oil drains better.

2. Tip mower on its side as shown in Fig. 27 and drain

oil into suitable container. Rockmower back and forth

to remove any oil trapped inside of engine.

3. Wipe off any spilled on!on mower and/or inside of

engine.

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

dipstick. DO NOT over fill,

5, Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

AIR FILTER

CAUTION: DO NOT run your engine without air filter

in place.

i . Your engine will not runproperly with aclogged, dirty

air filter.

NOTE: DO NOT wash this type air filter.

2. Replace your air filter each year, more ohen ff you

mow in very dusty, dirty conditions.

Replacement air filter no. _3332 is available at most

Sears retail stores and through the catalog.

TO CHANGEAIR FILTER

I. Remove the air fitter cover by turning counter-

clockwise to the stop, and pull away from col/or (See

Fig. 28).

2, Remove filter from inside of cover (See Fig, 28).

3. Cleon the inside of the cover and the collar to remove

any dirt accumulation.

4. Insert new filter into cover.

!cONTAiNER

FIG. 27

COLLAR

SLOT

AIR FILTER

TAB

TURN CLOCKWISE

TIGHTEN

AIR FILTERCOVER

FIG. 28

5. Put air filter cover and filter into co//or aligning the

tab with the s/at.

6. Pushin on cover and turn clockwise to tighten (See Fig.

28).

SPARKPLUG

Change your spark plug each year.

A new clean spark plug will make your engine start and

run better. Keep your spark plug clean. Set spark plug

gRaPat .030.

ecommended replacement Sears spark plug no.

7_1r333I2 or 3TD361458 are available at most Sears

retail stores and through the catalog.

GENERAL

DO NOT usegasoline left over from previous season. Old

or stale dirty gasoline can cause starting and running

problems.

Replace your gasoline can, if your old can starts to rust.

DO NOT use rusty gasoline can, rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline can cause problems.

"t4

STOOGE

Never store engine with gasoline in tank, indoors or in

closed, poorly ventilated areas where gasoline fumesmay

reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace,

water heater, or clothes dryer, etc.

It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in

essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, experience

indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or us-

ing ethanol or methanol] can attract moisture which leads

to separation and formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while

in storage.

Toavoid engine problems, the fuel systemshould be emp-

tied before storage of 30 days or longer. Follow these

instructions:

if your engine is not to be used for 30 days or more

prepare as follows:

Drain gasoline From fuel tank; gasoline in gasoline tank

and carburetor will farm deposits and cause problems in

starting and running your engine.

When preparing your mowerfor storage it is agood time

to serviceyour mower and engine to be ready for the next

mowing season. Replace such parts as mower blade,

spark plug and air filter,

CHANGE OIL: Warm oil drains better,

Drain old oil and replace with freshclean Sears SAE 30W

oil.

See "To Change Oil" section under Maintenance.

Remove spark plug and put 2 or 3tablespoons atoll into

s_isark plug opening and pull starter rope slowly to

tribute oil, instaJlnew spark plug and tighten.

DO NOT PUT ANY ADDITIVES IN GASOLINE OR OIL.

CLEANMOWE_ENblNE

CAUTION: Before cleaning mower, disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot come in contact

with the spark plug.

Clean around engine and on top of mower. Scrape under-

side of mower usingputty knife or similar toot to remove

any build.up of trash or grass on underside of mower

housing.

NOTE: We DO NOT recommend using awater hose to

clean your mower unlessthe electrical system, muffler, air

filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in shortening engine life.

CHECKFASTENERS

Check all fasteners and be sure they ore tight: tighten

and/or replace any loose or worn fasteners.

GRASS TCHER

Check your grass catcher often for damage or deteriora-

tion. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher needs

replacing, replace only with a manufacturer approved

replacement catcher from Sears. Give the mower model

when ordering.

NOTE: The catcher may be hosed with water, but must

be dry when used.

FIG. 29

REPLACEBLADE

See "Blade Care" section under Maintenance. To get the

bestcutting results we recommend that you inspect mower

blade for sharpness, wear and damage each year. If

necessary, replace with aSears original equipment blade.

Replacement blade is available at most Sears stares and

through the catalog. Be sure to give your mower model

number when ordering blade.

We DO NOT recommend sharpening blade -you can

keep the cutting edge touched up with a file. Grinding the

cutting edge excessively can cause the blade to be out

of balance. An unbalanced blade can cause excessive

vibration and shorten the life of the engine and mower.

GENERAL

Always store your mower on its wheels. 5taring mower

on its side or end may result in difficult starting.

When removing your mower from storage, fill gasoline

tank with fresh, clean, unleaded, automotive gasoline.

Check and fill oil to proper level.

When starting your engine the first time after being in

storage for extended period, the engine may smoke for

awhile until the engine burns any oi! or gasoline ac-

cumulated during the storage period.

DO NOT store gasoline from one season to another. Use

up or dispose of any unused gasoline left from the mow-

ing season.

Replace your gasoline con if your can starts to rust. DO

NOT use rusty gasoline can. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline can cause problems.

DO NOT store your mower under any plastic coverj

plastic cannot breathe which promotes condensation and

can cause your mower to rust.

HANDLE

You can fold your mower handle far storage (See Fig.

29).

When setting.up your handle from storage position the

lower handle will automatically lock into mowing position.

PROBLEM

Poor cut-

Uneven

Toomuch

Vibration

Starter Rape

Hard to Puff

Catcher Not

Fillina

Completely

(If optional grass catcher

is being used).

[TROUBLESHOOTINGPOINTSt

CAUSE

Out of gasoline.

"Stale Gasoline."

Spark plug wire is discon-

nected from the spark plug.

Bad spark plu_.

Water in gasoline.

CORRECTION

1_ Fill gasoline tank.

2. Drain gas tank and refill with fresh

gasoline.

3. Connect wire to spark plug.

6Loose blade or broken blade

flange.

. Replace spark plug.

• Drain tank and refill with fresh, clean

gasoline.

6. Tighten blade bolt and/or replace blade

flange.

7. Depress control bar

8. Replace ZonelEngine control.

Zone/Engine control in

released position.

ZonelEngine control does not

function.

Rear of mower housing/blade

dragging in heavy grass.

Cutting too much grass.

Dirty air filter

Build-up of grass, leaves,

and trash.

Worn or bent blade.

Wheel heights uneven.

t.Worn or bent blades.

2. Loose bJade.

1 . Flywhee_ brake is on when

1. Raise rear of mower housing

one _(1)setting.

2. Set in "Higher Cut" position.

3. Clean or replace air filter

4. Disconnect spark plug wire and

clean underside of mower housing.

1. Replace blade.

2. Set all wheels at same height.

1. Replace blades.

2. Tighten blade nut.

I . Depress control bar, before pulling

control bar is released.

2. Bent crankshaft.

3. Btade flange sheared.

1 . Cutting height too tow.

2. Lift on blade worn off.

3. Catcher bag dirty, poor

air venting.

on starter rope.

2. Replace crankshaft.

3. Replace blade flange.

1_ Raise _:utting height.

2. Replace blade•

3 Clean/replace catcher bag.

CRAFTSMAN 22" POWER-PROPELLED

LAWN MOWER 917.372260 REPAIR PARTS

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 88387

14 \

Ref,

No.

Part

No.

,,,, , , , ,, -

53838

85178

88386

57072

57388

48032

77881

77039

79946

57079

75144

87822

Part Name

Keps Nut 1/4-20

Adjusting Bracket

Shifter Assembly

Seat

Driv-Lok Pin t/8 xt/2

Ref.

No.

Part

No.

86447

83659

75424

58354

Part Name

Plug

Helical Gear

Jaw Clutch

Grease (1 Ib, can -

Shell Darina AX)

Gear Case Halves (Incl. Upper &

Lower Halves) (Incl. Ref. #4, 5, 7)

Bearing

Spring Bracket

Drive Shaft Kit

Thrust Washer

Yoke Clutch

Driv-Lok Pin

17 STD581050

t8 83684

19 83720

20 65692

21 83680

E-Ring 1/2 Shaft

Square Key

Worm Shaft

Woodruff Key #3

Worm

22 STD522512 Hex Head Machine Screw

1/4-20x t t/4

CRAFTSMAN22" POWER-PROPELLEDLAWNMOWER917.372260 REPAIR PARTS

_2 33

51 53

CRA STMAN22""POWER-PROPELLEDLAWNMOWER917.3;,226o REPAIR PARTS

Ref.

No.

Part

No.

84086

87879

86874

78186

87722

83813-

63688

58714

87716

85424

85529

85825

85436

63601

34372A

87670

87672

STD581031

59289

87880

Part Name

Upper Handle

Lower Handle

Zone Engine Control

Zone Control

Cable Assembly

He× Head Screw 10-32 x 3/8

Handle Knob

Handle Bolt

Control Cable Clip

Trim Plate

Nylon Bushing

Self-Tapping Screw 10-24 x 1

Hex Washer Head Machine Screw

1/4-20x 1 1/2

Locknut 1/4-20

Bracket Rope Guide (See Engine

Parts List) (Source 143)

Handle Lever -L.H.

Handle Lever -R.H.

E-Ring

Washer

Shoulder Bolt

Ref. Part

No. No.

21 87881

22 87152

23 87760

2 4 87626

2 5 87569

26 87145

27 STD581025

28 STD5t2505

29 81283

30 STD511005

31 87656

32 87595

33 87747

34 86779

35 69180

36 87862

37 87864

38 55187

Part Name

Shoulder Nut

Spring

Rear Door _Lf3_b

Hinge Bracket _L_ _ it _ b

Hinge Rod

Spring (__3_-3_ _ L_'4_O,_

E-Ring

Hex Head Tapping Screw

1/4-20 x 1/2

Hex Self Tapping Screw 10-24 x

3/8

Truss Head Screw 10-24 x 1/2

Back Plate

Side Baffle

Discharge Bafle

Hex Head Machine Screw

1/4-20 x 3/4

Locknut 10-24

Handle Bracket - Right

Handle Bracket - Left

Thread Cutting Screw 5/16-18 x

3/4

CRAFTSMAN 22" POWER-PROPELLED REAR-BAGGER LAWN MOWER 917.372260 REPAIR PARTS (C0NT'D)

Ref,

No,

Part

No,

63124

STD533107

69478

85022

85463

84888

87877

84920

62335

84921

74400

87727

52160

55015

77400

70385

81276

51433

54867

69385

69334

87712

Part Name |Ref.

iNo.

u= ill H Hnul,i

Locknut 5/16-18 6 1

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 5/8

Wheel Adjusting Bracket

Axle Arm Assembly

Danger Decal

Selector Spring

Selector Knob

Spacer Bearing

Spring Washer

Shoulder Bolt

Locknut 3/8-16

Wheel & Tire Assembly

Washer

Retainer Clip

Hub Cap

Cable Ciip

Self-Tapping Screw 10-24 x 1/2

Locknut 5/8-18 (Special)

Washer -Spring

Washer

Blade

Blade Flange

Part

No.

68205

83629

48108

85543

87677

84089

85768

STD502502

87029

87272

88366

88368

87641

87867

48e6w4_#5

33721

33413

Part Name

Hex Head Machine Screw

5/16-18 x 7/8

(Special)

Belt Snubber

Mower Housing Assembly (Incl.

Ref # 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 63)

Engine Pulley

Hi-Pro Key #HP-505

Control Bail

Hex Thread Roiling Screw

10-24 x 3/4

Set Screw 1/4-20 x 5/!6

Engine Decal

Instruction Decal

Rear Skirt

Backing Strip

Engine Assembly 143.384092

(See Page 24 thru 26)

Owners Manual - Parts List

Grass Catcher Complete

High Wheel Kit (Not Included)

Leaf Catcher

,,,, ,, .,.i, ,, i

LAWN MOWERCARERECORD

NOTE: Change Engine Oil after the first two (2) hours of use, and then every 25 hours of use.

DATE

Change Oi! 30W

or SAE t0W30

Replaced spark plug:

Replaced air filter:

Replaced blade:

Tuned-up:

DATE

CRAFTSMAN 22" POWER-PROPELLED REAR-BAGGER LAWN MOWER 917.372260

REPAIR PARTS

\ 8

_jt2

2113 14 10

\ J

\15 35

_38

LEFT FRONT

CRAFTSMAN 22" POWER-PROPELLED REAR-BAGGER LAWN MOWER 917.372260 REPAIR PARTS

Ref.

No.

Part

No.

87732

48029

48030

78186

74189

87729

52160

55015

77400

77862

77861

87877

86273

86274

88285

STD582087

86280

61528

63601

76401

74507

STD581050

STD601003

83700

48031

83681

STD582043

83691

54338

Part Name Ref.

No.

Drive Control (Incl. Ref #2,3)

Drive Head Kit

Drive Control Cable Kit

Machine Screw 10-24 x 2

Locknut 10-24

Wheel & Tire Assembly 8.00 x 2

Washer

Retainer Clip

Hub Cap

Selector Spring (R.F.)

Selector Spring (LF,)

Selector Knob

Spacer

Spring Washer

Axle Arm Assembly

Retaining Ring

Wheel Adjusting Bracket

Flat Head Machine Screw

1/4-20 x 3/4

Locknut 1/4-20

Dust Cover

Pinion

E-Ring

Self-Tapping Screw 10-24 x 3/8

Cable Clamp

Gear Case Replacement Kit

Drive Pulley

Retaining Ring

V-Belt

Hex Head Bolt 1/4-20 x 2 3/4

Part

No,

83632

68038

75192

STD580009

STD580014

87691

81276

87866

48095

48096

87871

69180

87679

87682

103227X

86988

87873

87678

53838

87588

87870

33303

Part Name

Spring

Locknut 1/4-20

Spring

Woodruff Key #213

Woodruff Key #3

Drive Cover

Hex Head Tapping Screw #t0 x 1/2

10-24 x 1/2

Pan Head Machine Screw

10-24x 2 3/4

Wheet Adjuster Assembly (Left)

(Incl. Ref # 11, t3, 14, 15, 16,

17)

Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Right)

(Incl. Ref # 10, 13, 14, 15, 161

17)

Catcher Frame

Locknut 10-24

Catcher Bottom

Baffle

Handle

Truss Head Machine Screw

1/4-20 x 3/4

Truss Head Screw 10-24 x 318

Catcher Top

Locknut 1/4-20

Baffle Front

Truss Head Screw 1/4-20 x 5t8

Chute Deflector (Not Included

W/Mower)

38 17

_126

Revised 10-22-87 81

4"CYCLEEHGINE MODELNUMSE.: 143.3840S2

CRAFTSMAN

Ref.

No.

14A

€1

¢2

58A

62 L

Part

NO.

35370

26727

32600

29314tB

29315C

29313C

29315C

31672

31673

35175

32323

34851

34852

348.53

32603B

32604B

32605B

34854

34855

34856

20381

30963B

326t0A

27241

38553

29914

*35261

34311B

27897

*28833

30572

65O488

30590A

30574

30591

29193

30568A

31385

30589

28277

31383A

31361

650548

611004

*33015

34342

6O21A

35395

*27234

32755

30200

34215

"32760

650128

34985

35168

31384A

65O451

Part Name

Cylinder Assy., (Incl. Nos. 3, 4, 54, 55

8 56)

Pin, Dowel

Seal, Oil

Valve, Intake (Std.} (Incl. No. 10)

Valve, Intake (1/32"' oversize) (incl.

NO. 10)

Valve, Exhaust (Std.) (incl. No. 10)

Valve, Exhaust (t/32" oversize)

(Incl. No. 10)

Spring, Valve

Cap, Lower valve spring

Crankshaft

Washer, Thrust

Piston, Pin 8 Ring Assy, (Std.) (Incl.

Nos, t4A, 15 8, 16)

Piston, Pin 8" Ring Asay, (.010 over-

size) (Incl. Nos. 14A, 15 8, 16)

Piston, Pin 8" Ring Assy. (.020 over-

size) (IncL Nos, 14A, 15 8" 16)

Piston 8, Pin Assy. (Std.} (incL No. 16)

Piston 8, Pin Assy. (.010 oversize)

(Incl. No. 16)

Piston 8, Pin Assy. (,020 oversize)

(Incl. No. 16)

Ring Set, Piston (Std.)

Ring Set, Piston (.010 oversize)

Ring Set, Piston (.020 oversize)

Ring, Piston pin retaining

Rod Assy., Connecting (Incl. No. 18t

Screw, Connecting rod

Lifter, Valve

Camshaft (Mech. Compression

Release)

Pump Assy., Oil

Gasket, Mounting flange

Flange Assy., Mounting Ilncl. Nos. 26,

27,28,32)

Seal, Oil

Gasket, Oil drain plug

Plug, Oil drain

Screw, Hex hd. Seres, 1/4-20 x %1/4

Washer, Flat

Shaft, Mechanical governor

Gear Assy., Governor (Incl. No. 31)

Ring, Retaining

Spool, Governor

Clamp, Governor lever

Rod, Governor (Incl. No. 38)

Washer, Flat

Lever, Governor

Spring, Governor

Screw, Hex washer hd., 8-32 x 5/16

Key, Flywheel (Solid State}

Gasket, Cylinder head

Head, Cylinder

Screw, Hex flange hd., 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Resistor Spark Plug (Champion RJ-

!9LM or equivalent)

Gasket, Valve spring cover

Cover, Valve spring box

Screw, Hex washer hd. Sems, self-

tapping, 10-24 x 9/!6

Breather Assy. (Incl. Nos. 54 8 56)

Gasket, Breather

Screw, Fil. hd. Seres, 10-24 x 1/2

Retainer, Starter rope

Bracket, Rope guide

-Gasket, Intake

Pipe,_ltrtake (Incl. No. 591

Screw, Hex hd. Seres, 1/4-20 xI

Ref.

No.

100

101

t02

102A

t03

105

106

107

108

120

12t

123

124

t25

!26

126A

130

!31

!33

134

!35

t36

!37

138

139

140

141

142

143

145

150

15t

!52

Part

No.

34337

30200

338O2

31342

650777

650549

33205A

32410

34336

35167

34961

35065

35067

*26756

6201

29752

35066

35068

333!

35478

650831

30200

35586

35355

35480

26460

34357

650815

650816

35000

27181B

650795

650562

34265

35577

35578

35499

35392

650884

610118

34443A

650814

34080

611046A

35015A

34965

34966

32309

34968

610973

650839

632388

590621

33238C

Part Name

Link, Governor spring

Screw, Hex washer hd. Sems, serf-

tapping, 10-24 x 9/t6

Spring, Compression

Screw, Fil. hd, 6-32 x 21/32

Screw, Fil, hd., 5-40 x 7/t6

Control Assy., Speed Ilncl. Nos, 72,

73, 74 8, 75)

Knob, Speed control

Link, Governor-to-throttle

Decal, Speed control

Wire, Ground

Cover, Air cleaner

Collar, Air cleaner

Gasket, Carburetor

Screw, Hex hd,, 1/4-28 x 78

Nut £f Lockwasher, 1 4-28

Filter, Air cleaner

Clamp, Air cleaner

Air C4eaner Kit _tncI. Nos. 8t, 82, 87 8"

88)

Housing, Blower

Screw, He× washer hd. Powedok

thread, 1/4-20 x 15 '32

Screw, Hex washer hd. Seres, self-

tapping, 10-24 x 9 16

Tank Assy,, Fuel flncf, No. 102 8 103t

Cap Fuel tank

Retainer, Fuel cap

Clamp, Fuel line

Line, Fuel

Washer, Belteville

Nut, Flywheel

Hub, StaRer

Muffler Assy. flncl, No, 121)

Screw, Hex hd,, 1 4-20 x 2-1 4

Screw, Hex washer hd, shake-proof,

10-32 x 1 2

Gasket, Oil fill tube

Tube Assy., Oil fil!er

Dipstick, Oil

"0" Ring

Plug, Starter

Screw, Hex washer hd., 8-32 x 1 2

Cover, Spark plug

Sotid State Assy.

Screw, Hex hd. Seres, 10-24 x 1

Spacer, Flywheel Key

Flywheel

Bracket Assy., Brake

Spring, Extension

Link, Control

Ring, Retaining

Lever, Brake

Terminal Assy,

Screw, Hex hd. serf tap Seres, 1 4-20

x 7q6

Carburetor (IncL No. 83)

Starter, Rewind

Gasket Set flncI, items marked *)

RPM Settings:

Low Speed, 2050; High Speed, 3000.

*Indicates Parts Included in

Gasket Set, Ref, No. 152.

Revised 10-22=87

CARBURETOR NO. 632388

"er;'"l'"'P, t

No. [ N-.

I 632388

3 631616

4 [ 650506

5 I 631767

6 / 631971

7 / 631184

9 / 632047

!! I 631027

12 I 631021

13 / 631022

!4 /632019

15 I 631024

16 } 631700

2t / 631334

22 I 631935

25 I631028

26_631775

Part Name

Carburetor

Shaft _ Lever Assy,, Throttle

Shutter, Throttle

Screw, Throttle shutter

Spring, Throttle return

Seal, Dust

Washer, Flat

Primer Assy.

Plug, Welch

Inlet Needle, Seat 8- Clip Assy.

(Incl. No. 13)

Clip, Inlet needle

Float, Carburetor

Shaft, Float

Bowl, Float

Gasket, Bowl-to-body

Nut, Float bowl

Gasket, Bowl4o-body

Fitting, Fuel inlet

REWIND STARTER NO. 590621

12 ..........!

._: '.... 11

\10

8¸

Ref.

No.

Part

No.

590621

590599A

590600

590615

590601

590598

5,90616

590617

59O618

590619

590620

590622

5905_35

59O452

Part Name

Starter, Rewind

Pin, Spring (Incl, No, 4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Spring, Brake

Dog, Starter

Spring, Dog

Pulley

Spring, Rewind

Cover, Spring

Housing Assy., Starter

Rope, Starter (Length 98" 8 9/64"

dia, )

Handle, Starter

LAWNMOWERCARERECORD

NOTE: Change Engine Oil after the first two (2) hours of use, and then every 25 hours of use.

Change Oit 30W

or SAE 10W30

Replaced spark plug:

Replaced air filter:

Replaced blade:

Tuned-up:

DATE

ill. i u.,. ,.,,.,i.,i,,,., ,,,

DATE DATE

,, , , ',H',

SERVtCE is at

HOW TOORDERREPAIBPARTS

Each LAWN MOWER has its own MODEL NUMBER. Each

ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER.

The MODEL NUMBER for the lawn mower will be found on

a plate attached to your lawn mower at the REAR OF THE

HOUSING.

The MODEL NUMBER for the engine will be found on the

BLOWER HOUSING of the engine adiacent to the spark plug.

Always mention these MODEL NUMBERS when requesting ser-

vice or repair parts for your LAWN MOWER.

All parts listed herein may be ordered through SEARS,

ROEBUCK AND CO. SERVICE CENTERS and most Retail

Stores.

If parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be

electronically transmitted to a SEARS PARTS DISTRIBUTION

CENTER for expedited handling.

YOUR SERVICE

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.372260

Seria]

Number

Model and Serial Number

may be found on the number

plate on the rear of the mower

housing.

You should record both Model

and Serial Number and keep

in a safe place for future

reference.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1. The PART NUMBER

2. The PART DESCRIPTION

3. The MODEL NUMBER - 917.372260

4. The NAME OF THE PRODUCT - CRAFTSMAN 22"

POWER_PROPELLED REAR BAGGER LAWN MOWER

5, The ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - 14,3.384092

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider

that Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears train-

ed 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.

SOLD BY SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., CHICAGO, IL 60684 U.S.A.

PART NO. 87867 REV. 2 4/5/88 Printed in U.S.A.

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