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MODEL NUMBER 917.372870 OWNER'SMANUAL

Convertible

oAssembly

oOperation

oCustomer

Responsibilities

Service

oAdjustments

oRepair Parts

Caution:

Read and Follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

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SAFETY RULES

CAUTION; ALWAYS DISCONNECTSPARKPLUGWlRE AND PLACEWIREWHERE ITCANNOT CONTACTSPARK &

PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING

REPAIRS. IMPORTANT

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

SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATrEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUM-

STANCES.

TRAINING:

•Read this operator's manual carefully Become familiar with

the controls and know how to operate your mower properly_

Learn how to quickly stop mower.

• Do not allow children to use your mower_ Never allow adults

to use mower without proper instructions,

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially

small children and pets

•Use mower only as the manufacturer intended and as de-

scribed in this manual

.Do not operate mower if ithas been dropped or damaged in

any manner. Always have damage repaired before using

your mower.

•Do not use accessory attachments that are not recom-

mended by the manufacturer_ Use of such attachments may

be hazardous

Be aware that the mower blade turns when the engine is

running.

PREPARATION:

,, Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear' it

of all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other' foreign objects°

These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause

severe injury.

* Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and

while using your mower.

. Dress properly Do not operate mower when barefoot or

wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good

traction when mowing.

° Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank

indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the

gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the

engine,

o Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your

mower.. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running.

* Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

OPERATION:

* Keep your'eyes and mind on your mower' and the area being

cut Do not let other interests distract you.

. Do not mow wet or slippery grass Never' run while operating

your mower. Always be sure of your footing - keep a firm hold

on the handles and walk.

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep

clear of the discharge opening at all times

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

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

any gravel-covered areas.

-Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor

allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it

. Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower', stop

the engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all

moving parts have stopped. Then disconnect the spark plug

wire and keep it away from the spark plug to prevent

accidental starting

.Do not continue to run your mower if you hit a foreign object

Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any dam-

age before restarting and operating you mower.

° Do not change the governor settings or overspeed the

engine. Engine damage or' personal injury may result,

* Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally. Exces-

sive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine,

safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required.

° Do not run the engine indoors Exhaust fumes are danger-

ous..

* Never cut grass by pulling the mower' towards you. Mow

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

lose your footing Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or

when changing directions - maintain good footing.

*Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,

grass catcher or other safety devices in place

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

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

sure they are tightened properly.

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

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

tion,.

* Keep aH safety devices in place and working.

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

or excessive grease and oil,

o Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear' and

replace worn bags Use only replacement bags that are

recommended by and comply with specifications of the

manufacturer of your mower.

° Always keep a sharp blade on your mower.

o Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure..

* Never store mower with fuel in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source

such as a hot water heater, space heater, ciothes dryer, etc,.

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I 1_ LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

IT MEANS -ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERTI!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn

Mower, It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance..

Sl_ould you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department.. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to sen,ice or repair

this lawn mower°

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower

properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917,372870

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERSWfLL BE FOUND

ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE

LAWN MOWER HOUSING.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE..

PRODUCT SPECIFBCATBONS

HORSEPOWER: 6 0

DISPLACEMENT: 12.56 CU IN..

GASOLINE CAPACITY 15'QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OfL TYPE (AP1-SFiSG): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 27 OZS.

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19-LM

(GAP: ..030") STD36t458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: ..008

EXHAUST: .008

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: ..0125IN.

....... 35-40 FT LBS..

MAgNTENANCE AGREEMENT

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

CUSTOMER RESPONStBILOT ES

o Read and observe the safety rules..

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

o Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

LUMgTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER J OWER

For two years from date of purchase, wlqen tills Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up

according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any

defect in material or workmanship.

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from

the date of purchase..

Tills Warranty does not cover:

o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts,

air cleaners and spark plug..

oRepairs necessaBt because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain

the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual..

WARRANTY SERVICE tS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER TO THE NEAREST

SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE

THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATE&

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also tlave other rigl3ts which vary from state to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Di731CR-W SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 3,12-15

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

ASSEMBLY ................................................................... 6

OPERATION .................................................................. 8

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .............................. 12

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 16

STORAG E................................................................... 18

REPAIR PARTS -LAWN MOWER ........................ 19-23

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 24-26

TROU BLESHOOTING ................................................. 27

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ............... BACK COVER

IIIDE×

Adjustments:

Carburetor .................................................17

Drive Contol ..................................16

Engine Speed ................................17

Handle Height ..................................17

Height of Cut ...............................................9

Air Filter:

Replacement ..............................................15

Service .........................................................15

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

Blade:

Sharpening ........................................13

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

Controls:

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

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

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

Operator Presence Control Bar 8

Customer Responsibilities ........3,12-15

Air Filter ..................................................15

Blade Care/Replacement ............13

Drive Wheels .......................................14

Engine ........................................................15

Lubrication ...............................................15

Spark Plug .........................................15

Cutting Levels ......................................................9

Engine:

Air Filter ...................................................15

Oil Change ...........................................15

Oil Level ..................................................15

Oil Type .................................................15

Starting ...................................................10

Stopping ..........................................10

Storage .................................................18

Fuel:

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

Storage .............................................18

Type .......................................................i 0

Handle Adjustment:

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

Cutting Height ...............................17

Lubrication:

Engine ....................................................15

Lawn Mower ......................................12

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

Maintenance Schedule .........................12

Mowing Tips ...........................................11

Oil:

Engine ................................................15

Storage ................................................18

Operation:

Drive Control ..........................................10

Engine Control ......................................9

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

Mower .................................................9

Operator-Presence Control Bar 9

Repair Parts:

Engine ..................................................24-26

Lawn Mower- _...............................19-23

Responsibilities, Customer ... 3,12-15

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

Service and Adjustments .................16

Carburetor ............................................17

Drive Belt ................................................16

Drive Control ..........................................17

Engine Speed ...................................17

Handle ..........................................................17

Spark Plug .........................................................15

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

Speed Control:

Engine .....................................................17

Starting the Engine ..............................10

Stopping the Engine ................................10

Storage ......................................................................18

Trouble Shooting Chart ........................27

Warranty .................................................................3

LAWN OWER ACCESSORIES

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

and service centers.. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide'the model number of your lawn

mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your fawn mower..

ENGINE

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SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER

If lawn mower is an electric start

GAS CAN

CHARGER

ENGINE OIL STABILIZER

BATTERY

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

REPLACEMENT

BAG FOR REAR

DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

FABRIC BAG

DUST SHIELD

OPTIONAL

CATCHER FOR

SRDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWER

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

SIDE DISCHARGE CATCHER

LAWN MOWER iViAUNTENANCE

BELT BLADE BLADE

ADAPTER

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WHEELS LAWN MOWER

COVER

ASSEM

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Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety

before you attempt to assemble or' operate your' new lawn

mower_ Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the

factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled

for' shipping purposes_ To ensure safe and proper opera-

tion of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you

assemble must be tightened securely,, Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness° All parts

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

the assembly have been placed in the parts bag,,

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

o Remove loose parts included with mower.

° Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end

panel down flat..

o Remove all packing materials except padding be-

tween upper and lower handle and padding holding

operator presence control bar to upper handle,,

. Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton

thoroughly for additional loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Figs. 1 & 2)

IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS

NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES,,

° Raise lower handle section to operating position and

align hole in handle with one of three height positioning

hotes_

o Insert handle bolt through handle and bracket and

secure with knob.

o Repeat for opposite side of handle,.

o Raise upper handle section to operating position, re-

move protective padding and tighten handle knobs

securely_

o Remove any packing material from around control bar,.

. Your handles may be adjusted for'your mowing com-

fort,. Refer to Service and Adjustments section of this

manual,.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

LIFT UP

LOWER HANDLE

FIG. 1

HANDLE

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

MOWING POSITION

BOLT

FIG. 2

ASSEM LY

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TO CONVERT MOWER

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a

mulcher.. To convert to bagging or discharging:

REAR BAGGING (See Fig. 3A) -

= Open rear door and remove mulcher plate Store

mulcher plate in a safe place,

=You can now install grass catcher..

= To convert to mulching or discharging ope ration, install

mulcher plate into rear discharge opening of mower,

making sure alt tabs are seated properly.

SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig° 3B) -

o MuIcher plate must be installed into rear discharge

opening of mower (see above instructions)°

o Unlock closed discharge guard by lifting latch and allow

guard to swing open to discharging position.

° Mower is now ready for discharging operation°

o To convert to mulching or bagging operation, dis-

charge guard must be closed and locked securely,

SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER

WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER

FOR MULCHING -

= Rear mulcher plate installed,,

o Side discharge guard closed and locked securely,,

FOR REAR BAGGING -

o Rear mulcher plate removed.,

• Grass catcher installed,,

• Side discharge guard closed and locked securely°

FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -

o Rear mulcher plate installed,.

• Side discharge guard unlocked and open_

CAUTION: Do not runyour lawn mower

without rear mulcher plate in place or

approved grass catcher in place,

Never attempt to operate the lawn

mower with the rear door removed or

propped open.

TO ASSEMBLE &ATTACH GRASS

CATCHER (See Figs. 4&5)

- Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part

of bag on the bottom.. Make sure the frame handle is

outside of the bag top°

° Slip vinyl bindings over frame,

NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm

water for a few minute& If bag gets wet, let it dry before

using°

o Lift the rear door on the mower housing and place the

grass catcher frame side hooks onto handle bracket

hooks..

o The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower

housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass

catcher frame..

MULCHER PLATE

FIG. 3A

TO UNLOCK

AND OPEN

DISCHARGE GUARD

CLOSED POSITION %',

OPEN POSITION

FIG, 3B

CATCHER

FRAME

HANDLE

FRAME

OPENING

CATCHER FRAME

SIDEHOOK

FIG. 4

REAR DOOR

CATCHER

HANDLE

BRACKET

HOOK

FIG. 5

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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER_ Compare the

illustrations with your {awn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controts and adjustments. Save this

rnanual for future reference°

DRIVE CONTROL BAR

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

STARTER HANDLE

DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER

"HANDLE KNOB

GRASS BAG GASOLINE FILLER CAP

ENGINE OIL CAP

WITH DIPSTICK

MULCHER PLATE

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER

PRIMER

SiDE DISCHARGE GUARD

WHEEL ADJUSTER

(ON EACH WHEEL)

HOUSING

FIG. 6

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

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

and the UoS. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade turns when the engine is running,

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OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR - must be held

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

engine.

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER -located on the side

of the engine which allows you to select either high (_) or

low (._) engine speed,,

DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER -used to select the

drive speed of your lawn mower_

PRIMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the

cylinder' for use when starting a cold engine.

STARTER HANDLE - used for starting the engine.

DRIVE CONTROL BAR- used to engage power-propelled

forward motion of lawn mower,

MULCHER PLATE - located at the rear discharge opening,

must be removed when converting to bagging operation.

OPERAT O

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 7)

The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the

side of the engine. High (,_) position is forstarting engine,

normal cutting and better grass bagging.. Low (,_) posi-

tion is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

CAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine control to be installed on this

lawn mower in order to minimize the

risk of blade contact injury. Do not

under any circumstances attempt to

defeat the function of the operator con-

trol. The blade turns when the engine is

running.

ENGINE SPEED

CONTROL LEVER

PRIMER

Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence

control bar which requires the operator to be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn

mower..

TO CONVERT MOWER

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a

mulcher. To convert to rear bagging or side discharging,

see 'q'O CONVERT MOWER" in Assembly section of this

manual..

CAUTION: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

CONVERT LAWN MOWER:

o Release control bar to stop engine.

o Make sure the blade and all moving

parts have completely stopped_

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 8)

• Simply lift up rear"door and remove the grass catcher

by the handle..

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it wil! cause

unnecessary wear°

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 9)

o Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cuL

• Wheels are set in low cut for shipping.. Adjust cutting

height to suit your requirements° Medium position is

best for most lawns_

To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever to-

ward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your

requirements° Be sure all wheels are in the same

setting..

LOWER WHEELS

FOR HIGH CUT

GRASS CATCHER

FRAME HANDLE

FIG. 7

RAISE WHEELS

FOR LOW CUT

FIG. 8

FIG, 9

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GROUND DR1VE THREE SPEEDS

(See Fig. 10)

OPERATION

Your lawn mower provides three (3) speeds to let you

select the speed that suits you best.

,, Speed 1 is for stow, heavy/thick grass cutting or

trimming_

- Speed 2 is for normal grass cutting or trimming,

° Speed 3 is for light cutting and for ground transport,

TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM

(See Figs. 10 & 11)

o Select g round speed by moving speed control lever to

desired position,

= To start forward motion, lift ddve control bar up to

handle°

o To stop forward motion, release drive control bar,

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS KEEP DRIVE CONTROL BAR

FULLY ENGAGED AGAINST HANDLE WHEN IN USE,,

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL (See Fig. 12)

Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine,

o Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean.,

o Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to the full line

on the dipstick,

= Use27oz&of oil, Fortypeandgradeofoilto use, see

"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this

manual,

= Pour oil slowly, Do not over fill.,

. Check oil level before each use., Add oil if needed, Fill

to fult line on dipstick.

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

o Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten,,

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

and every 25 hours thereafter. You may need to

change the oil more often underdusty, dirty conditions.

GAS (See Fig. 12)

. Fill gasoline tank with fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline,,

DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASOLINE,, BE CAREFUL

NOT TO OVER FILL TANK,

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) carl

attract moistu re which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage_ Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage_ To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

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

engine and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are

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

tions for additional information, Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur,,

DRIVE SPEED

CONTROL LEVER

FIG. 10

DRIVE CONTROL

ENGAGED

OPERATOR

PRESENCE

CONTROL

BAR \

DRIVE

CONTROL

DISENGAGED

FIG_ 11

GASOLINE

FILt.ER CAP

FIG. 12

TO START ENGINE

ENGINE OIL CAP

W/DIPSTICK

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

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

necessary when starting an engine which has already

run for a few minutes,

• Move engine speed control lever to high (,_) position,.

- Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle

and pull starter handle quickly., Do not allow starter'

rope to snap back,,

° To stop engine, release operator presence control bar_

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat

priming steps,, in warmer weather' over' priming may cause

flooding and engine will not start, If you do flood enginewait

a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat

priming steps,

OPERATION

MOWING T PS

o 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..

o For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut

and raise the rear of the lawn mower housing one (1)

wheel adjuster setting higher than the front for better

discharge of grass,

° For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions,

the engine speed should be set in the high (,1_)

position..

o When using a rear discharge lawn mower in moist,

heavy grass, clumps of cut grass may not enter the

grass catcher, Reduce ground speed (pushing speed)

and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second time

o If atrail of grass clippings is left on the right side of arear

discharge lawn mower, mow in a clockwise direction

with a small overlap to collect the clippings on the next

pass,.

o Pores incloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt

and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass,.

To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off with water

and let dry before using,

o Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of

grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air flow

and extend engine life.,

MAX° 1t3

FIG. 13

MULCHING MOWING TnlPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH SEE "CLEANING" IN CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL

The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they wilt disperse into the grass

and not be noticed., Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the fawn,

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this wil! provide the best recutting action of the

blades.,

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

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.

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

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

will not be exposed to the direct sun.,

• For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height

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

of the grass blades (See Fig., 13), If the lawn is

overgrown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut

to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading

the engine and leaving clumps of mulched grass. For

extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut,

mow slowly and raise the rear of the lawn mower one

wheel adjuster setting higher than the front..

•Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-

pletely hide the clippings When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.,

o Change your cutting pattern from week to week, Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn,.

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CUSTOMER

'r,Hm ........... ESPO ILITIES

=AaNTENANCE SCHEDULE ._ ._..__"_ _"_.._. __J

FILL IN DATES j_, _k_ ! __-

AS YOU COMPLETE ._"J _ ._ _,,'<_/ ,_p'_/ _'_ ;O

=E UL,,R===V,OE SE V,C O,'T S..........................

Check for Loose Fasteners _ .............. 6##

Clean/inspect Grass catcher

I (If Equipped ) ......................... 64" 6/'

Clean Lawn Mower 6f

_ InspectJClean 5i:ive Wheels

(Self-Propelled Mowers) _ 6/

R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade ............... " _i :

Lubrication Chart 6/

i Clean Battery/Recharge

(Electric Start Mowers) 6/

E Check Engine O ! Leve I 6f 6/'

N i Change Engine Oil ......._ _1,2

G C!e an Air Filter 6/'2

Inspect Muffler 6/

N Replace Spark Plug 6/'

E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge ........... 6/2 i

I-Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

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

4 _ Charge 48 hours at end of season

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GENERAL RECOMmENDATiONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that

have been subjected to operator abuse or neglgence, To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

mower as instructed in this manual..

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your unit°

Al! adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season,.

o Once a year', replace the spark plug, replace ai_ filter

element and check blade for wear., A new spark plug

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

mixture and helps your engine run better and last

longer..

o Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual..

BEFORE EACH USE

o Check engine oil level.,

° Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

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

LUBRICATION CHART

WHEEL ADJUSTERS

ENGINE OIL

DRIVE PINS

REAR

DOOR '('_ DRIVE PINIONS

HINGE

(_)SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE"

SECTION.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL

BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT

DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF

THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS, tF YOU FEEL

THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY,

POWERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

CUSTOMER ESPONSI EG

LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance,

TIRES

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber,

° Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.,

BLADE CARE

For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace

bent or damaged blades..

TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig,, 14)

. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

• Turn lawn mower on its sider Make sure air filter and

carburetor are up,

o Use a wood block between blade and mower housing

to prevent blade from turning when removing blade

bolt..

o Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with

heavy cloth.

• Remove blade bolt by turning counter-clockwise, Use

a 9/16" box or open-end wrench..

• Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt, lock

washer and hardened washer)°

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the key

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

condition to work properly° Replace adapter if damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig.. 14)

o Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft.

Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are

aligned..

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

holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter,

, Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp

edge) is up toward the engine.

o Instal! the btade bolt with the lock washer and hardened

washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.

o Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower

housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.

•The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft.. lbs.

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE8 HEATTREATED

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade -but if

you do, be sure the blade is balance&

BLADE

BLADE CRANK-

ADAPTER SHAFT

KEYWAY

KEY

B[ "CRANKs

B( SHAFT

HARDENED

WASHER TRAILING

LOCK WASHER EDGE BLADE ADAPTER

FIG. 14

TO SHARPEN BLADE

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn

mower or engine..

o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

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

o To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or wail.

Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.

Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail, If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position, if either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced..

GRASS CATCHER

The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must

be dry when used,,

Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterio-

ration, Through normal use it will wear, If catcher

needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer

approved replacement catcher,, Give the lawn mower

model number when ordering,

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CUSTO

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LINES

ili,l_,li!

DRJVF--WHEELS (See Fig. 15)

Check rear drive wheeis each time you mow to be surethey

move freely. The wheels not turning freely means trash,

grass cuttings, etco,may be inside the drive wheel and dust

cover area and must be cleaned out to free drive wheels_

If necessary to clean the drive wheels, check both rear

wheels,,

• Remove hubcaps and washers,.

= Remove wheels from wheel adjuster axles,.

.Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the

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

o If you remove the drive pinions, clean and lubricate with

spray lubricant or' dry powdered graphite type lubricant

before reinstalling, "

. The pinion gear' must be installed with the left gear on

the left side and with the right gear on the right side,

from an operator's view.

° The pinion gear is stamped with an "L" (left) or "R"

(right) on the inside. If installed incorrectly, the drive

system will not work,

° Place wheels back on adjuster axles.

° Replace washers and hubcaps.

LOCKNUT

WASHER

DRIVE PIN

"DUST COVER

HUBCAP E-RING

PINION

FIG. 15

CUSTO ER RESPONS

...... i ,i ,i ii1,11...... i IIIII1'1[[ 112u_

IL ES

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF or SG Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.,

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES I

=F -20" O" 30" 32" 40 ° 60" 80 _ 100 °

°c ._oo -2oo .,'o" o" ;o" 2o° 3o" _oo

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc..)

improve starting in cold weather, these mufti-viscosity oils

wili result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F, Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil,

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawn

mower is not used for 25 hours in one year.,

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each five (5) hours of continuous use, Tighten oil

plug securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig., 16)

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel

tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty,.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug,,

o Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface,

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

container., Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove

any oit trapped inside of engine

o Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of

engine

o FilJengine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line on the

dipstick. DO NOT OVER FILL

•Replace engine oil cap°

°Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by

using a dirty air filter,

Replace the air filter every year, more often if you mow in

very dusty, dirty conditions., Do not wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig,. 17)

° Loosen cover screw_

o Swing cover down and remove from hinge,

o Pull paper filter out of air cleaner body,,

• Clean air cleaner cover and body,,

o Install a new paper filter,,

• Reinstall cover to air cleaner body, Be sure hinge is

assembled properly,

• Swing cover up and tighten cover screw, (Do not

overtighten),,

FIG. 16

AIR FILTER COVER

HIN

PAPER

FILTER COVER

SCREW

FIG. t7

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a

fire hazard and/or damage,

SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make your engine

start easier and run better° Set spark plug gap at ,.030 inch_

CLEANDNG

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH.

CLEAN THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER AFTER

EACH USE,

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come in contact with the spark

plug.

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

carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn

mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and

trash,

Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A

clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine lifeo

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc..

We DO NOT recommend using a garden hose to clean

lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air

filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out,

Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.

,,r,,I Illl .....

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

=Release control bar and stop engine.

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

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

TO REiV1OVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 18-19)

TO REMOVE BELT:

o Place mower on side with carburetor up_

o Rotate rear wheel to access rear skirt screw.

o Remove rear skirt.

°Use spring puller to remove spring from backplate

° Use long screwdriver to remove belt from transmission

pulley groove.

o Pult belt from engine pulley side and maneuver over

blade,.

TO INSTALL BELT:

o Maneuver belt around blade onto crankshafL

. Push belt into plastic baffle and onto engine pultey_

° Use screwdriver' to thread belt between cables and

transmission,,

o Use fingers to push belt into pulley groove,

o Use spring puller to install belt tension spring,.

. install rear skirt,,

oReturn rear wheel to proper cutting position.

TO ADJUST DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig, 20)

If engagement cable tension needs to be adjusted, proceed

as follows:

° Remove control head from upper handle_

o Remove the cable from the control head and reinstall

cable positioning block in the next slot down from the

bailo

= Reinstall control to upper handle.

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of

your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility

that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the lawn mower

into the operator's mowing position° If the rear deflector

becomes damaged, it should be replaced.

REMOVE REAR SKIRT

FIG. 18

UNHOOK SPRING

///

FIG. 19

CABLE POSITIONING BLOCK

FIG, 20

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMEHTS

TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Fig. 21)

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

positions - adjust to height that suits you°

o Remove knob and carriage bolt on one side of the lower

handle.

o While holding handle assembly, remove knob and

carriage bolt from opposite side, align hole in handle

with desired hole in handle bracket and reassemble

bolt and knob and tighten securely.

o Align opposite side of handle with same positioning

hole and secure with bolt and knob..

ENGINE

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for

mixture control. If your engine does not operate properly

due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn

mower to an authorized service center for repair and/or

adjustment..

ENGINE SPEED

Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to

increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury.. If

you believe that your engine is running too fast ortoo slow,

take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for

repair and/or adjustment.

KNOB

LOW

FIG, 2'1

'17

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the

end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days

or more,,

LAVVN MOWER

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

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

a clean, dry area.

oClean entire lawn mower' (See "CLEANING" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

° Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual°

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

securely fastened_ inspect moving parts for damage,

breakage and wear. Replace if necessary_

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

HANDLE (See Fig. 22 & 23)

o You can fold your' lawn mower handle for storage..

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

handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear°

o Remove the two (2) handle knobs and carriage bolts on

sides of the lower handle and pivot entire handle

assembly forward and allow it to rest on mower.,

o Reinstall knobs and carriage bolts to lower handle or

handle brackets for safe keeping..

o When setting up your'handle from the storage position,

the lower-handle witi require manually locking into the

mowing position.

IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR

STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD

THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE

CONTROL CABLES.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

FOLD FORWARD

FOR STORAGE

FOLD BACKWARD

MOWING

POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

FIG. 22

HANDLE

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

ENGqNE.

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

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.

° Drain the fuel tank,

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

carburetor are empty.

o Never use engine orcarburetor cleaner'products in the

fuel tank or' permanent damage may occur°

= Use fresh fuel next season,

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age,. Add stabilizer' to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container.. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer'

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.,

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil., (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual)..

CYLINDER

o Remove spark plug.

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

into cylinder.

o Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.,

= Replace with new spark plug.,

OTHER

° 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 will cause problems.

o If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give

protection from dust and dirt.

° Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture.. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust°

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM

CAUTION: Never storethe lawn mower

with gasoline in the tank inside a build-

ing where fumes may reach an open

flame or spark. Allow the engine to

cool before storing in any enclosure.

FIG. 23 18

REPAgR PARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372870

GEAR CASE ASSEiVIBL'V' 145085

40,

61 59

37\

38 6

26\18

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY

NO.

58 57.......55......

IGREASEJ

29 3

148145

148123

148118

148135

148122

148132

148093

148114

148095

148109

148102

148112

148108

148112

148095

148096

148103

148101

148097

148090

148097

148083

148097

148075

148097

148113

148119

148121

148098

148115

148111

148110

Case, Lower

Plate, Detent

Support, Fork, Shift

Ball, Detent

Spring, Detent

Support, Fork, Clutch

Key, Woodruff

Axle, Shaft

Ring, 12.7

Spring, Return

Cone, Cave

Washer, Thrust

Bearing, Thrust, Needle

Washer, Thrust

Ring, t27

Washer, Retainer

•Cone

Collar, Shift

Washer

Gear, 3 Teeth

Washer

Gear, 3 Teeth

Washer

Gear, 3 Teeth

Washer

Ring 28

Spring, Shift

Key, Shift

Support, Key

Collar, Shift

Washer, Thrust 1/2

Bearing, Thrust, Needle 19

33 148111 Washer, Thrust 1/2

34 148106 Bushing, Transmission 1/2

35 148107 Seal 1/2

36 148096 Washer, Retainer

37 t 48104 Bushing, Transmission

38 148107 Seal 1/2

39 148116 Fork, Shift

40 148124 Fork, Clutch

41 148069 Bushing

42 148065 Shaft, Reduction

43 •148066 Gear, Bevel 3 Teeth

44 148089 Gear, Spur 2 Teeth

45 148080 Gear, Spur I Tooth

46 148072 Gear, Spur I Tooth

47 148067 Washer

48 148069 Bushing

49 148141 Bearing, Ball 6000U

50 148139 Washer, 10

51 148140 Bearing, Ball 6200

52 148137 Shaft, Input

53 148146 Screw, Self-Tapping

54 148144 Case, Upper

55 - - -Grease

56 148142 Sealant

57 148147 Screw, Self-Tapping, Case

58 148117 Arm, Shift

59 148127 Support, Upper, Clutch

60 148138 Key, Woodruff

61 148133 Pin, Snap 14

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPADRPARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372870

REPNR PARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 9t7.372870

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO NO. NO

1 145647X479 Upper Handle 4t 850998

2 145067 Engine Zone Controt Cable 44 48391

3 145073 Grommet, Cable 46 851514

4 86344 Screw, Hex Tapping #10-24 x 1/2 47 141443

5 66426 Wire Tie 48 851074

6 87692 Handle Knob 49 850263

7 STD541425 Locknut 1/4-20 50 851084

8 145641 Control Bar, Engine 51 700869X479

9 147690 Rear Door Kit 52 85463

11 128415 Pop Rivets 55 751592

12 STD512505 HexTapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2 56 88652

14 t44991X479 Back Plate 57 51793

15 145594X479 Side Baffle 58 750784X479

16 145066X479 Discharge Baffle 59 131959

17 149027 Truss Head Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2 61 103672X

20 140540 RearSkirt 64 146278

21 146673X479 Mulcher Plate 65 701458

22 85543 Engine Pulley 66 143984X479

23 87677 Hi-Pro Key #505 67 702807

24 77400 Hubcap 68 141839

26 83923 Nut, Hex Flange 69 702808

27 146249 Wheel & Tire Assembly 70 702809

28 142748 Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 7t 141841

29 62335 Belteville Washer 72 145062

30 145937X004 Axle Arm Assembly 73 17411312

31 701037 Selector Knob -- 147412

32 850862X004 Selector Spring -- 146338

34 84920 Spacer

35 I46234 Wheel Adiusting Bracket (Left)

36 146233 WheelAdiusting Bracket (Right)

37 55187 Thread Cutting Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

39 145083X479 Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)

40 145082X479 Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)

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

Lawn Mower Housing (lncl. Key #14,15,51 &52)

Blade Adapter

Blade 22"

Hardened Washer

Helical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8

Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8

Front Baffle

Danger Decal

Locknut 3/8-16

Hinge Screw

Hairpin Cotter

Lower Handle

Handle Bolt

Rope Guide

Engine - Craftsman - Model No. 143.956000

Door

Door Latch

Side Discharge Guard

Speed Nut

Hinge Spring

Hinge Rod

Screw

Baffle/Belt Cover

Screw

Decal, Housing

Owner's Manual (English/Spanish)

Available accessories not included with lawn mower:

7_t 33623 Gas Can (2.5 gal.)

7__!33500 Fuel Stabilizer

7__!33300 SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)

7__1133417 Dust Shield

7__!33316 Mower Cover

REPAIR PARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372870

REPABR PARTS

CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372870

¢o

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. NO. NO

1 145088 Drive Control 17 851980 Drive Pin

2 147715 Drive Head Kit 18 701037 Selector Knob

3 M73031000 Nut, Metric 19 145071 Control Bar, Drive

4 144929 Screw 1/4-20 25 850733X004 Upstop Bracket

5 145084 V-Belt 27 750097 Screw #!0-24x 1/2

6 146315 Screw 28 145096X004 Bracket, Gearcase

7 145212 Nut, Hex Flange 31 t45842X004 Lever, Clutch

8 77400 Hubcap 32 145093 Drive Pulley

9 57079 Washer 35 48393 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)

10 86960 Nylon Bushing 36 145085 Gear Case Assembly

11 700783 Wheel & Tire Assembly 38 STD541425 Hex Locknut 1/4-20

!2 12000058 E-Ring 40 144902 Spring, Belt Tension

13 850017 Pinion, L.H. 4I 48392 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Right)

!4 88080 Dust Cover 52 146646 Catcher Frame

15 145354 Pin, Spring Thrust 54 146340 Grassbag Assembly

16 67725 Washer !/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 57 850016 Pinion, R.H.

CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.956000

so.,,

°>,,93

287 193,.

191,

418

,161

CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGBNE MODELNUMBER143.9S6000

REF PART

NO. NO.

I 36146

2 27652

6 36059

7 36005A

9 590568

10 36002

11 36003

12 36001

14 28277

15 36OO6

16 36008

17 31335

18 650548

19 36'103

20 36010

25 36011

26 650802

30 36111

40 36073

36074

36O75

41 36O7O

36071

36072

t00

101

103

110

119

120

125

126

130

135

150

151

36076

36077

36078

20381

36023A

32610A

36030

36031

29914

36032A

36033A

30572

28833

36010

30574A

30590A

30591

36057

36034

650924

611154

611155

611156

650815

650816

34443A

610118

650814

36054

36119

3612O

36471

36472

29314B

29315C

6021A

35395

31672

31673

REF PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO.

Cylinder (includes 2, 10, 20 & 125) 169 27234A

Dowel Pin 172 32755

Breather Element 174 30200

* Breather Cover & Gasket 177 650925

Screw #10-24 x 3/4 186 36009

Breather Valve Body 187 36035

Check Valve 190 36013

Breather Tube 191 36122

Flat Washer 192 36016

Governor Rod, Machined 193 36015

Governor Lever 194 36014

Governor Lever Clamp 195 610973

Screw #8-32 x 5/16 198 36017

Governor Spring 199 36018

Oil Seal 202 36482

Blower Housing Baffle Assembly 203 36482

(Includes Reference Number 195) 204 650549

Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8 205 650777

Crankshaft 215 36051

Piston, Pin, Ring Set, Standard 239 36048

Piston, Pin, Ring Set, ..010 Oversize 240 36044A

Piston, Pin, Ring Set, ,.020 Oversize

Piston & Pin Assembly, Standard 243 650899

Piston & Pin Assembly, o010 Over 245 36046

Piston & Pin Assembly, .020 Over 250 36154

(Assemblies include ReL #43) 251 650928

Ring Set, Standard 255 36110

Ring Set, ..010 Oversize 256 650983

Ring Set, ,.020 Oversize 260 36153

Piston Pin Retaining Ring 261 650737

Connecting Rod Assyo (Includes 46) 262 650929

Connecting Rod Bolt 263A 36156

Valve Lifter 275 36107

Camshaft (MCR) 276 36043

Oil Pump Assembly 277 650927

* Mounting Flange Gasket 285 34449A

Mounting Flange (Includes #72-85) 287 650926

Oil Drain Plug 290 34357

Drain Plug Gasket 292 26460

Oil Seal 299 650900

Governor Shaft 300 36066

Washer 301 35355

Governor Gear Assy, (Includes 81) 305 36063

Governor Spool 307 35499

Idler Gear 308 36040

Screw 1/4_20 x 1-9/16 310 36064

Flywheel Key 346A 28763

Flywheel 347 650898

Flywheel Fan 350 36045

BelleviIte Washer 370A 36261

Flywheel Nut 370B 36155

Solid State Ignition 380 632671

Spark Plug Cover 390 590702

Screw, Torx T-15 #10-24 x 1 400 36t21A

Ground Wire 4'16 36085

* Cylinder Head Gasket

Cylinder Head 417 650760

Exhaust Valve, Standard

Exhaust Valve, !/32" Oversize

Intake Valve, Standard

Intake Valve, 1/32" Oversize (All

Valves Include Reference #151)

Screw 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)

Valve Spring

Lower Valve Spring Cap

RPM Settings:

DESCRIPTION

* Valve Spring Box Gasket

Valve Spring Box Cover

Screw #10-24 x 9/16

Carburetor Mounting Stud

Governor Link

* Carburetor Mounting Spacer

Brake Lever Assembly

Brake Control Lever

Brake Control Lever Link

Brake Spring

Retaining Ring

Terminal Assembly

Brake Control Lever Spring

Brake Lever Bushing

Compression Spring

Screw #5-40 x 7/16

Screw #6-32 x 21/32

Control Knob

* Carburetor to Air Cleaner Gasket

Air Cleaner Body (Includes

Reference #239, 299 and 350)

Screw #10-32 x 2-3/32

Air Cleaner Filter

Air Cleaner Cover

Lock Nut 1/4-20

Control Plate

Screw #8-32 x 21/64

Blower Housing

Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

Screw 1/4-20 x 11/16

Starter Grill

Muffler

Locking Plate

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

Starter Cup

Screw #8-32 x 21/64

Fuel Line

Fuel Line Clamp

"U" Type Nut Clip

Fuel Tank (includes Ref, #301)

Fuel Cap Assembly

Oil Fill Tube

"O" Ring

Fill Tube Clip

Dipstick

Screw #10-32 x 35/64

Screw #'10-32 x 27/64

Primer

Lubrication Decal

Control Decal

Carburetor (Includes #187 and 239)

Rewind Starter

Gasket Set (Incl. All Items Marked*)

Spark Arrestor Kit (Includes

Reference [,,lumber 417) (Optional)

Screw #8-32 x 3/8 (Optional)

Low: 2450-2750, High: 2900-3200

NOTE: This engine could have been built with 590637

Starter.. Refer to design of air intake louvers for part

identification., individual starter parts do not interchange,.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UIS. inches

1 inch = 25,.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGUNE MODELNUMBER143.956000

CARBURETOR NO. 632671 REF PART

r--.,. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

I ".. -- 632671

27 1 "...

1 632539

5 632593

6 632541

7 650506

25 632675

25A 6327O1

27 632544

28 632543

29 632548

30 632551

31 632637

32 632672

33 632673

36 632674

37 632547

37A 632547

38 632545

38A 632545

39 632549

40 632676

47 632554

Carburetor (Includes Reference

Number 184 of Engine Parts List)

Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly

Dust Seal

Throttle Shutter

Throttle Shutter Screw

Float Bowl

Idle Restrictor

Float Shaft

Float

Float Bowl to Body Gasket

Inlet NeedLe, Seat & Seat Retainer

(includes Reference Number 31)

Seat Retainer

Bowl Drain Screw

Bowl Drain Washer

Main Nozzle Tube

"O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube

"O" Ring

Spring, Main Nozzle Tube

Spring

Float Bowl Retainer

Main Fuel Jet

Welch Plug, Idle Mixing Well

REWIND STARTER NO, 590702 REF PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

REWIND STARTER NO. 590637

-- 590702

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590696

4 590601

5 590697

6 590698

7 590699

8 59O7OO

11 590703

12 590535

13 59O7O1

Recoil Starter, Complete

Spring Pin (Includes Reference #4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly

Starter Housing Assembly

(40 Degree Grommet)

Starter Rope (98" Long, 9/64" Dia.)

Starter Handle

NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

-- 590637 Recoil Starter

1 590599A Spring Pin (Includes Reference #4)

2 590600 Washer

3 590615 Retainer

4 590601 Washer

5 590598 Brake Spring

6 590616 Starter Dog

7 590617 Dog Spring

8 590618A Puley Assembly (Includes

Reference Numbers 9 and 10)

9 590619 Rewind Spdng

10 590620 Spring Cover

11 590638 Starter Housing Assembly

(40 Degree Grommet)

12 590535 Starter Rope (98" Long, 9/64" Di&)

13 590452 Starter Handle

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches

1 inch = 25..4 rnm

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Does not start

CAUSE

1 Dirty air filter

2 Out of fuel

3 Stale fuel

4 Water in fuel.,

5 Spark plug wire is disconnected

6 Bad spark plug

CORRECTION

1, Clean/replace air filter

2. Fill fuel tank.

3, Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel,

4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh

gasoline

5 Connect wire to plug

6 Replace spark plug

Loss of power

Poor cut - uneven

Excessive vibration

Starter rope hard to pull

Grass catcher not filling

(If so equipped)

7Loose blade or broken blade adapter,

8Control barin released position

9 Control bar defective

1 Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging

in heavy grass

2, Cutting too much grass.

3,, Dirty air filter

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

5. Too much oil in engine

6,, Walking speed too fast

1, Worn, bent or loose blade

2, Low engine speed

3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower

1. Worn, bent or loose blade

2, Bent engine crankshaft

!. Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is

released

2 Bent engine crankshaft

3 Blade adapter broken

4 Blade dragging in grass

1_ Cutting height too low,

2. Lift on blade worn off

3,, Catcher not venting air

4. Low engine speed

7Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter,

8 Depress control bar to handle

9, Replace control bar

t Set in "Higher Cut" posilion

2 Set in "Higher Cur' position

3Clean!replace air filter..

4 Clean underside of mower housing

5 Check oi[ level

6 Cut at slower walking speed

1 Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt

2 Set engine speed contro! in fast position

3 Clean underside of mower housing

1 Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt

2, Contacf an authorized service center/department

1.. Depress control bar to upper handle before

pulling starter rope

2,, Contact an authorized service center/department

3, Replace blade adapter

4 Move lawn mower 1ocut grass or to hard surface

to start engine

1 Raise cutting height

2. Replace blade,

3Clean grass catcher

4 Set engine speed control in fast position

Hard to push

Loss of drive

1,, Grass is too high or wheel height is too low,

2,, Rear of lawn mower housing!blade dragging

in grass

3 Grass catcher too full

4 Hand]e height position not right for you

1 Drive not fully engaged

2 Belt wear

3 Belt off of pulley,,

4 Belt tension spring off,

5 Drive cabIe worn or broken,,

1 Raise cutting heighl

2 Raise rear of lawn mower housing one (1)

setting higher

3 Empty grass catcher

4,, Adjust handle height to suit

1,, Check and adjust drive control

2, Check/replace drive belt

3 Check/reinstall drive belt,

4Replace belt tension spring

5Replace drive cable

OWNE 'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917o372870

iF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVgCE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

8.0 HORSEPOWER

22" POWER PROPELLED

3 mNONE CONVERTIBLE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Each lawn mower has its own model number. Each em

gine has its own model number.

The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a

decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing,.

The model number for your' engine wilt be found on the

blower housing of the engine..

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most

Retail Stores_

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

•PRODUCT- LAWN MOWER

°MODEL NUMBER - 917.372870

oENGINE -CRAFTSMAN - MODEL NO. -143.956000

°PART NUMBER

aPART DESCRIPTION

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Sears trained technicians_, professional technicians

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