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MODEL NUMBER 917.376290 OWNER'SMANUAL

oAssembly

oOperation

oCustomer

Responsibilities

oService

oAdjustments

oRepair Parts

Caution:

Read and Follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

153572 Rev, 2 6,6.96 KS/VBL Printed in UoSoA,

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

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

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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

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

CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.

TRAINING:

•Read this operator's manual 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-

scdbed in this manual.

•Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in

any manner. Always have damage repaired before using

your mower.

,, Do not use accessory attachmentsthat are not recommended

by the manufacturer.. Use of such attachments may be

hazardous.

•The 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 witl 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.

•Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your

mower. Never attempt to do this whi_ethe 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 slipper? grass_ Never run white 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 pads. 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 iL

•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 pullingthe mower towardsyou.. Mow

acrosstheface of slopes, neverupanddownoryou might

IoseyourfootingoDonotmowexcessivelysteepslopes.Use

cautionwhenoperatingthemoweronuneventerrainorwhen

changing directions-maintaingood footing°

•Never operate your mower withoutproper guards,plates,

grasscatcheror othersafetydevicesinplace.

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 aU safety devices in place and working_

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

or excessive grease and oil.,

•Check grass catcher often for' deterioration and wear and

replace worn bags,. Use only replacement bags that are

recommended by and comply with specifications of the

manufacturer of your mower_

•Always keep a sharp blade on your mower_

•Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.,

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

where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source

such as a hot water heater, space heater', clothes dryer, etc.

IA for this Sym'b0'i"'topoint im-

Look O,t

A • portant safety precautions. It means

CAUT;ONH! BECOMEALERT!H YOUR

_m,am SAFETY IS INVOLVED. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it can-

not contact spark plug in order to pre-

vent accidental starting when setting

up, transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

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A WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains ctiemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn

Mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance..

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sear..4Authorized

Service CentedDepartment. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the p roper tools to service 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°376290

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERSWILL 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 SPECDFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 6,0

DISPLACEMENT: 1256 CU. IN.

GASOLINE CAPACITY 125 QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION J19LM, RJ19LM

(GAP: .030") STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: 008"

EXHAUST: .008"

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: ,,0125IN,

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT, LBS,,

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmTIES

o Read and observe the safety rules.

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

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

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

defect in material or workmanship.

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

the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

air cleaners and spark plugo

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

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

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

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

THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

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

TA LOF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 12

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 15

STORAGE ................................................................... 17

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 19

REPAIR PARTS -LAWN MOWER ........................ 20-24

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 25-28

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................................... 30

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

Adjustments:

Carburetor ........................................................16

Drive Belt ..........................................................15

Engine Speed ......................................16

Handle Height ..........................................16

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

Air Filter:

Replacement ........................................14

Service ..............................................14

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, 12-14

Air Filter .................................................14

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

Drive Wheels ..................................13

Engine ................................................14

Lubrication ...........................................14

Spark Plug .......................................14

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

Engine:

Air Filter .................................................14

Oil Change ....................................................14

Oil Level .......................................14

Oi! Type .........................................................14

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

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

Storage ............................................................16

Fuel:

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

Storage .......................................................16

Type ...........................................................:......10

Handle Adjustment:

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

Cutting Height ..........................................16

Lubrication:

Engine .............................................14

Lawn Mower, ........................................t2

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

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

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

Oil:

Engine ..................................................12

Storage ............................................I6

Operation:

Drive Control ............................. 9

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

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

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

Operator Presence

Control Bar ......................................9

Options:

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

Repair Parts:

Engine ..........................................25-28

Lawn Mower° .........................20-24

Responsibilities, Customer o..3, 12-14

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

Service and Adjustments .................15

Calburetor. ............................................t6

Drive Belt ..........................................t5

Engine Speed .............................16

Handle ....................................... 16

Spark Plug ......................................... 14

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

Speed Control:

Engine ......................................... 8

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

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

Storage .....................................................16

Trouble Shooting Chart ....................19

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

LAWN MOWE ACCESSORIES

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

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

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

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

MULCHER KITS STABILIZER

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

........ :::::...................

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GRASS FORCATCHERS

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

GAS CANS

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS

,H,, ,,, ,_,,, ,,,

SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS ENGINE OIL

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ASSEM LY

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. All parts such as nuts, washers,

bolts, etc, necessary to complete the assembly have been

placed in the parts bag° To ensure safe and proper

operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you

assemble must be tightened securely_ Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

• Remove loose parts included with mower..

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

down flat

o Remove all packing materials except padding between

upper and lower handle and padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle..

=Roll fawn mower out of carton and check carton thor*

oughly for additional loose parts

HOWTO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Fig. 1)

IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLES CAREFULLY SO AS

NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.

oRaise handles untit lower handle section Iocks into

place in mowing position

°Raise upper handle section into place on lower handle,

remove protective padding and tighten both handle

knobs

o Remove handle padding holding operator presence

control bar to upper handle.

. Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your

mowing comfort, Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the

Service and Adjustment section of this manual.

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

(See Fig. 2)

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a

mulcher,, To convert to bagging or discharging:

oOpen rear' door and remove mulcher plug. Store

mulcher plug in a safe place.

•You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflec-

tor..

oTo return to mulching operation, install rnulcher plug

into discharge opening of mower.

MULCHER I

FIG. 2

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CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without mulcher plug in place or ap-

proved clipping deflector or grass

catcher in place. Never attempt to op-

erate the lawn mower with the rear door

removed or propped open.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

LIFT UP

MOWING POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

FIG. 1

.......... i

TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS

CATCHER (See Figs. 3A thru 4)

oInsert leg of tubular frame through front opening of

grass catcher and thread frame into sewn hem of bag°

NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the straight leg of the

tubular frame.

° When frame comes out the other end of sewn hem,

immediately work the end of frame down inside the bag

as shown in inset°

• Slide sewn hem evenly around the tubular frame until

both ends of frame are exposed out of the front open-

ing

• Assemble lower frame to tubular frame as shown° Be

sure handle is outside of bag and frames are fully

seated as shown in inset,.

° Slip vinyl bindings over frame..

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

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

using_

o Close the flip lid_ Flip lid must be closed while operating

lawn mower°

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

grass catcher frame onto the formed tabs on the rear

door hinge bracket,.

o The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower

housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass

catcher frame..

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CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without clipping deflector or approved

grass catcher in place. Never attempt

to operate the lawn mower with the rear

door removed or propped open.

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TUBULAR FRAME SEWN

SEWN HEM FLIP LID

LOWER

=RAME

TUBULAR i

FRAME

{Frames must

be fully seated)

FIG. 3B

LOWER FRAME HANDLE

BRACKET

FIG. 30

DOOR

GRASS

CATCHER

FRAME

FORMED

TABS

FIG. 4

FIG. 3A

OPERATION

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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR L_WN MOWER, Compare the

illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this

manua! for future reference -,

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These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand

their meaning.

CAUTION

OR WARNING

ENGINE ENGINE

ON OFF

FAST FUELSLOW CHOKE OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR

STARTER HANDLE

DRIVE CONTROL LEVER

HANDLE KNOB

GRASS CATCHER

GASOLINECAP

PRIMER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

DRIVE COVER

MULCHER PLUG

ENGINE OIL CAP W/DIPSTICK HOUSING

WHEEL ADJUSTER

(ON EACH WHEEL)

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MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

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

and the U=S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Tile blade turns when the engine is running.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL °must be held

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

engine_

PRIMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the

cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.

STARTER HANDLE - used for starting the engine

DRIVE CONTROL LEVER - used to engage power-pro-

pelled forward motion of lawn mower.

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL - located on the Side of the

engine which allows you to select either fast (_) or slow

(._.) engine speed.

MU LCHER PLUG - must be removed to convert to bagging

or discharging operation.

OPERATION

The operation of any tawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

_ result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your

lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety

mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses,

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER LOWERWHEELS

FOR HIGH CUT

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without mulcher plate in place and door

closed or without an approved clipping

deflector or grasscatcher in place.

Never attempt to operate the lawn

mower with the rear door removed or

propped open, ,_

ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 5)

The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the

side of the engine,, Fast (._) position is for starting the

engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Slow

(,_) position 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.

Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator pres-

ence control bar which requires the operator to be

positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and

operate the lawn mower,

ENGINE SPEED

CONTROL LEVER

PRIMER

FIG. 5

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 6)

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

=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°

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab

inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-position adjusters (if so

equipped) allow lever to be positioned between the plate

tabs,

PLATE TAB

EVER

RAISE WHEELS

FOR LOW CUT

FIG. 6

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7)

•To remove grass catcher, release operator presence

control bar to stop engine,,

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

handle.

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

unnecessary wear,,

FIG. 7

DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

° Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operator

presence control bar down to the handle and pushing

the drive control lever forward until it clicks; then

release the levers

°Forward motion will stop when the operator presence

control bar is released. To stop forward motion without

stopping engine, release the operator presence control

bar slightly until the drive control disengages. Hold

operator presence control bar down to handle to con-

tinue mowing without self-propelling

.To keep drive control engaged when turning corners,

push down on handle and liftfront wheels off ground

while turning lawn mower.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROL BAR

TO ENGAGE

DRIVE CONTROL

DRIVE

CONTROL

DRIVE CONTROL

DISENGAGED

FIG. 8

OPERATIO

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL (See Fig. 9)

Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine°

.Be sure mower is level and area around oil flit is clean.

oRen'love engine oil cap w!dipstick and fill to the full line

on the dipstick.,

• Use20ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to 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 full line on dipstick_

° 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 under dusty, dirty conditions,

GAS (See Fig. 9)

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

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

with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness,

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or-using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

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_

TO START ENGINE

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

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

necessary when starting an engine which has already

run for a few minutes°

• Move engine speed control lever to fast (,_) 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: tn cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat

priming steps,, tn warmer weather over priming may cause

flooding and engine will not start, if you do flood engine,

wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not

repeat priming steps,

ENGINE OIL CAP

W/DIPSTICK

GASOLINE FILLER CAP

FIG. 9

MOWING TIPS

-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,

•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 fast (@) position.

-When using a rear discharge lawn mower in moist,

heavy grass, clumps of cut grass may not enter the

grass catcher. Reduce ground speed (pushing speed)

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

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

discharge lawn mower, mow in a clockwise direction

with a small overlap to collect the clippings on the next

pass._

=Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of

grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine airflow

and extend engine life.

•Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt

and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass.

To prevent this, regularly hose catchers off with water

and let dry before using.

OPERATION

MULCHUNG MOWBNG TgPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH,, SEE "CLEANING" tN CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THtS MANUAL.

o The special mulching blade will recur the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed, Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades,

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

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action,

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

At this time the grass has dried and the newty 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° 10), 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 by

overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.

,, 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

" Change your cutting pattern from week to week,, Mow

no rthto south one week the nchange to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawno

MAX 1t3

FIG. 10

'1'1

HLmES

,Check for Loose Fasteners ........... $f

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

::0f Equipped) .......... ........ 6/ 6/

MClean Lawn. Mower ............. 6/ ........

O Clean Under Drive Cover

(Power-Propelled Mowers) ................. 6/ .........

Check drive belt/pulleys

E (Power-Propel!ed Mowers) ...........................

R ChecWSharpen/Replace Blade 6/'3

Lubrication Chart

Clean Battery/Recharge

(E!ec,!,ric ,s,,tart.M,owe_[s,!.,...............

Check Engine O!.1Level

e,'

N Change Engine Oil _ 6_1,2 t:....

GClean Air Filter .......................................... 6/' ......

| inspect Muffler _/'

N C:iean or Peprace S.park Plug __...... _ , ..._ ..... : .

E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 6/'2

i} =

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

Change more oflen when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that

have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

mower as instructed in this manual

Some adjustments wilt need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your unit,.

Aft adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

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

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

element and check blade for wear: A new spark plug

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

mixture and helps your engine run better and last

longer.

° Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual_

BEFORE EACH USE

° Check engine oi! level

- Check for loose fasteners,

LUBRICATION

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

LUBRnCATION CHART

(_) WHEEL (_) BRAKE SPRING

ADJUSTER BRACKET

ENGINE OIL

(_) HANDLE BRACKET

MOUNTING PIN

REAR DOOR

HINGE

(_) SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SEC-

TIONo

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL

BEARING& VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT

DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF

THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS, iF YOU FEEL THEY

MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED

GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY,

LAWN

CUSTOMER

MOWER

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance°

TIRES

oKeep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemP

cals which can harm rubber.

"&W,Iz%S', nes dee e' l e,=rn=0o.'h'r object==°,

BLADE CARE

For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp Replace

bent or damaged blades.

TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. 11)

o Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

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

carburetor are upo

o Use a wood block between blade and mower housing

to prevent blade from turning when removing blade

botto

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., 11)

o Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft..

Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are

aligned.

. LO e' O t IO2e'het 'th !

°Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp

edge) is up toward the engine..

• Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened

washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.

• Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower

housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.

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

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if

you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn

mower or engine.

° The blade can b'esharpened with a file or on a grinding

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

o To check blade balance, ddve a nail into a beam orwall,

Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.

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

blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizonta!

position, if either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

ESPONSl ILITIES

BLADE t CRANK-

ADAPTER,,. _ _ SHAFT

_-_.,., _ KEYWAY

IHARDENED "\ \

i WAS" " X

LOCK WASHER EDGE BLADE ADAPTER

FIG. 11

GRASS CATCHER

(If purchased as an accessory)

• hTlelgrvravstscalchedrmaybe hosed with water, but must

• 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,

DRIVE WHEELS

Check front drive wheels each time before you mow to be

sure they move freely

The wheels not turning freely means trash, grass cuttings,

etc, are in the drive wheel area and must be cleaned to free

drive wheels,

If necessary to clean the drive wheels, check both front

wheels

• Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and washers..

• Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.

, Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the

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

. Put wheels back in place

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

contact your nearest authorized service center,.

GEAR CASE

o To keep your drive system working properly, the gear

case and area around the drive should be kept clean

and free of trash build-up. Clean under the drive cover

twice a season

The gear case is filled with lubricant to the proper level

at the factory.. The only time the lubricant needs

attention is if service has been performed on the gear

case..

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

mium 1 Grease, Part No,. 750355 Do not substitute.

L ES

ENGNNE

LUBRICATION

Use onty high quality detergent oil rated with API service

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

according to your expected ope_ating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-_F -20 ° 0° 30 _ 32; 40* 60 ° 80 = _00_

°c -30° -_0o -4o 0" 1'0o 2oo 10" 4oo

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTfCIPATED BEFORE NEXT O_L CHANGE

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

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will 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 OfL (See Fig, 12)

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

tank by running engine until fue! tank is empty,.

,, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

- Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a ctean surface,

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

container Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove

any oil trapped inside of engine,

, Wipe off any spifled oil on lawn mower and on side of

engine

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

dipstick. DO NOT OVER FILL

o 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.. 13)

= Removetheairfiltercover by turning counterclockwise

to the stop and pull away from coIlar.

o Remove filter from inside of cover._

° Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove

any dirt accumulation_

o Insert new filter into cover,.

o Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab

with the slot,,

. Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten, 14

CONTAINER

FIG. 12

COLLAR

SLOT

TURN

COUNTER-

CLOCKWISE

TO REMOVE

AIR FILTER

AIR FILTER COVER TURN CLOCKWISE

TO TIGHTEN

FIG_ 13

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_

CLEANING

IMPORTANT; FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH.. CLEAN THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER

AFTER EACH USE.

ill ii, i

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 life.

° Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil,etco

• We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean

lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air'

filter and carburetor are covered to keep water' out..

Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.

CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER

Clean under drive Cover at least twice a season_ Scrape

underside of cover with putty knife or' similar tool to remove

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

CAUTION:BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

•Release control bar.

°Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped,

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

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manual,

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of

your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility

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

into the operator's mowing position If the rear deflector

becomes damaged, it should be replaced.

TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 14)

•Remove d rive cover Remove belt by pushing down on

gear case pulley..

•Turn Iawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel

cap upo

° Remove blade,

oRemove debris shield,,

o Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft,

• Install new belt by reversing above steps.

o Always use factory approved belt to assure fit and long

{ife

FIG. 14

SEIRVUCE

ii i_11 ,,

AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 15 Thru 17)

Your lawn mower handle can be raised or'lowered for' your

mowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high,

medium high, medium tow and low,, Handles are shipped

mounted in the medium low position,

= To change from medium tow to medium high position,

the upper and lower handle sections will have to be

turned over (See Fig. 15B)._

o Remove the controls and operator presence control

bar from the upper handle,.

= Remove the starter rope guide from the lower handle.

= Remove hairpin cotters.

o Disconnect the lower handle from the handle brackets

(See Fig, 17)..

° Turn the handle over and reassemble the hairpin

cotters that have been removed,.

° Reassemble the starter rope guide.

= Reassemble the controls and the operator presence

control bar to the upper handle.

CAUTION: The operator presence con-

trol bar must pivot freely to permit blade

brake engagement when control bar is

released. Do not over tighten the

fasteners holding the controls to the

upper handle.

To change from medium low to high position only the

upper handle section will have to be turned over (See

Fig.. 16A)._

To change from medium low to tow position, only the

lower handle section will have to be turned over (See

Fig.. 16B)_

SHIPPING POSITION

MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH

FIG. 15A FIG. 15B

LOW

ENGINE

ENGINE SPEED

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

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

Ifyou believe that the engine is running too fast or-too slow,

take your lawn mower to an authorized service center' for

repair and adjustment.

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for

mixture control, If your engine does not operate properly

due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn

mower to an authorized service center for repair and/or

adjustment.

FIG. 16A FIG. 16B

LOWER HANDLE

SQUEEZE

TO REMOVE

HANDLE

BRACKET

HAIRPIN CLIP

FIG. 17

HI,I,.........................

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the

end of the season or if the unit wi!l not be used for 30 days

or more.

LAWN MOWER

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

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

a clean, dry area.

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

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)

o 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.

o Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting

HAr,,IDLE (See Fig. 18)

You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage_

o Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward

each other until the lower handle clears the handle

bracket, then move handle forwar&

°Loosen upper handle mounting bolts enough to allow

upper handle to be folded back°

IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR

STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD

THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE

CONTROL CABLES

• When setting up your handle from the storage position,

the lower handle witl automatically lock into the mowing

position.

LOWER HANDLE

HANDLE

BRACKET

SQUEEZE TO

FOLD

HAIRPIN

COTTER

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

FOLD FORWARD

FOR STORAGE

FOLD BACKWARD

MOWING

POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT 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 or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during 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

oRemove spark plug..

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

into cylinder..

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

• Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season to another..

•Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems..

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

protection from dust and dirt.

° Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture Do not use plastic, Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

" will cause your unit to rust..

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM

CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower

with gasoline in the tank inside a build-

ing where fumes may reach an open

flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

Ul I I.I i i i ,i...,, I I I

FIG. 18 17

PROBLEM

Does not start

Loss of power

Poor cut -uneven

Excessive vibration

Starter rope hard to pull

CAUSE

1 Dirty air filter

2 Out of fuel,

3 Stale fuel

4 Water in fuel

5 Spark plug wire is disconnected

6 Badspark plug.

7 Loose blade or broken blade adapter

8, Control bar in 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 speedtoo fast

1 Worn, bent or loose blade

2 Wheelhetghts uneven,

3 Low engine speed,

4 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower

1 Worn, bent or loose blade

2 Bent engine crankshaft

1 Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is

released

2 Bent engine crankshaft

3 Blade adapter broken.

4 Blade dragging in grass,

CORRECTION

1 Clean/replace air filter

2 Fill fue! tank

3 Drain tank and refitl with fresh clean fuel

4 Drain fuel tank and carburatorand refilt tank with fresh

gasoline

5_ Connect wire to plug

6. Replace spark plug

7, Tighten blade bolt or repiace blade adapter

8. Depress control bar to handle

9 Replace control bar

1 Set in "Higher Cut" position,

2 Set in "Higher Cut" position

3 Clean!replace air filter

4 Clean underside of mower housing

5 Check oil level

6 Cut at slower walking speed

1 Replace blade Tighten blade boil

2 Set all wheels at same height

3, Set engine speed control in fast position

4 Clean underside of mower housing

I Replace blade Tighten blade bolt,

2 Contact authorized service center/department

1 Depress control bar to upper handle before

pulling starter rope

2 Contact authorized service center/department

3 Replace blade adapter

4 Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface

to start engine,

Loss of drive

Grass catcher not filling

(if so equipped)

Hard to push

1 Drive wheels not turning with drive control engaged

2 Belt not driving

1 Cutting height too low

2, Lift on blade worn off,

3, Catcher not venting air

4. Low engine speed.

t. 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 Handle height position not right for you.

1 Adjust or replace drive control cable, if broken

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

1 Raise cutting height

2 Replace blade

3 Clean grass catcher

4 Set engine speed control in fast position

1 Raise cutting height

2, Raise rear of lawn mower housing one (1)

setting higher

3 Empty grass catcher

4 Adiust handle height to suit

REPAURPARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.376290

10,

16 12

27 30

A12

REPAIR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.376290

KEY PART

NO. NO

1 !45646X479

2 130861

3 74350424

4 150425

5 151517

6 136376

7 STD54t425

8 145793

9 151023

10 128415

11 150050

12 54583

13 150181

14 700483X479

15 700365X479

16 133190X479

17 140661X479

18 73510400

20 140540

22 85543

23 87677

25 83923

27 150341

28 142748

29 62335

30 145935X004

31 701037

32 700331X004

34 146630

35 700325X007

37 150078

DESCRIPTION

Upper Handle

Engine Zone Control Cable

Hex Head Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

Mulcher Plug

Cable Clip

Handle Knob

Locknut 1/4-20

Control Bar

Rear Door Kit

Pop Rivet

Self Tapping Screw #10-16 x 1/2

Hex Tapping Screw w/Sems 1/4-20 x 1/2

Hubcap

Back Plate

Side Baffle

Discharge Baffle

Rear Baffle

Keps Locknut 1/4-20

Rear Skirt

Engine Pulley

Hi-Pro Key #505

Hex Flange Nut

Wheel

Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 x 1

Spring Washer

Axle Arm Assembly

Selector Knob

Selector Spring

Spacer

Wheel Adiusting Bracket (Right)

Thread Cutting Screw wiSerns 5/16-18 x 3/4

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO

39 151512X479

40 151511X479

41 150406

44 48413

46 851514

47 141114

48 851074

49 850263

50 851084

51 700869X479

52 85463

55 751592

56 88652

57 51793

58 15t516X479

59 131959

61 132001

62 134612

64 152843

-- 153572

Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)

Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)

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

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

Blade Adapter

Blade 22"

Hardened Washer

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

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

Front Baffle

Danger Decal

Locknut 3/8-16

Hinge Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4

Hairpin Cotter

Lower Handle

Handle Bolt

Rope Guide

Debris Shield

Engine-Craftsman - Model No. 143.966010

Owner's Manual (English/Spanish)

Available accessories not included with tawn mower:

-- 7_.!.133303

-- 7_133623

-- 71 335O0

-- 7__133300

-- 7___133417

-- 7_$133316

-- 7_.!.133723

Clipping Deflector

Gas Can (2.5 gal.)

Fuel Stabilizer

SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)

Dust Shield

Mower Cover

High Wheel Kit

REPASR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.376290

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14 16

12 13

REPAaR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.376290

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

l'O

1 145755

2 48385

3 636O1

4 144929

5 146527

6 700875

8 150182

9 145212

10 88446

tl t50340

12 12000058

13 137054

14 88080

15 88118

16 67725

18 701037

Control Cable Assembly 25 152903

Control Head Kit 26 143603

Locknut #10-24 28 702806

HexWasher Head Scow 1/4-20 x 2.t2 3t 132010

V-Belt 32 137052

Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x 2 33 48386

Hubcap 35 151521

Locknut 36 702511

Nylon Bushing 37 146467

Wheel& Tire Assemb_y 38 STD541425

E-Ring 40 75192

Pinion 41 151520

Dust Cover 53 144747

Felt Washer 54 149844

Washer t/2x 1-1/2 x .134 55 86012

Selector Knob 57 144748

Ddve Cover Decal

Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4

Drive Cover

Hex Flange Nut

Drive Pulley

Drive Control Cable Kit

Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)

Gear Case Assembly

Spring

Locknut 1/4-20

Spring

Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Right)

Frame Throat

Grassbag Assembly

Driveshaft Cover

Frame Tube

REPAIR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.376290

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511

J10

15 17

KEY PART

NOo NO.

1 17490416

2 137055X004

3 137053

4 57072

6 48373

7 77881

8 137051

9 137O74

10 57079

DESCRIPTION

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

Engagement Bracket

Shifter

Seal

Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key

Nos_ 4, 5, and 7)

Bearing

Worm Shaft

Drive Shaft

Hardened Washer

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1t 131484 Clutch Yoke

I2 700343 Bushing

13 86447 Ptug

14 137050 Helical Gear

15 750436X Clutch Jaw

16 750369 Grease

17 12000003 E-Ring

18 850848 Hi-Pro Key

19 81585X004 Spring Bracket

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

1 inch = 25_4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.966010

'287 .390

4OO

120 119

125

126

150

a'89

45 46

14 19

241

<245

/25O

238

CRAFTS AN 4-.CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.966010

REF PART

NO. NO.

1 36478A

2 26727

6 33734

7 36557

12A 36558

I2B 34695

14 28277

15 30589

16 32651

17 31335

18 650548

19 36281

20 32600

30 358O1

40 36073

40 36074

40 36O75

41 36O7O

41 36071

41 36072

42 36076

42 36O77

42 36078

43 2O381

45 32875A

46 32610A

48 27241

50 35992

52 29914

69 35261

70 34311D

72 30572

73 28833

75 27897

80 30574A

81 30590A

82 30591

83 30588A

86 65O488

89 6110O4

90 611109

92 650815

93 650816

100 34443A

101 610118

103 651007

110 34961

119 36477

120 36476

125 36471

125 36472

126 29314B

126 29315C

130 6021A

135 35395

150 35991

151 31673

166 35827

169 27234A

172 32755

REF PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Cylinder (Inc!. 2,7,20 & 125) 174 30200

Dowel Pin 178 29752

Breather Element 182 6201

Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) 184 26756

Breather Cover & Tube (Inclo 12B) 185 36544

Breather Tube Elbow 186 34337

Washer 189 650839

Governor Rod (Incto 14) 191 36559

Governor Lever- 195 6!0973

Governor Lever Clamp 200 35727

Screw, 8-32 x 5/16" 202 36482

Extension Spring 203 31342

Oil Seal 204 650549

Crankshaft 205 650777

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.) 207 34336

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.0!0" OS) 209 30200

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.020" OS) 215 35511

Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.) (Incl. 43) 223 650451

Piston & Pin Ass'y.. (o010" OS) 224 34690A

(lncL 43) 238 650932

Piston & Pin Ass'y. (_020" OS) 239 34338

(IncL 43) 241 35797

Ring Set (Std.) 245 35066

Ring Set (.010" OS) 250 35065

Ring Set (,.020" OS) 260 35826

Piston Pin Retaining Ring 261 30200

Connecting Rod Ass'y._(lncL 46) 262 650831

Connecting Rod Bolt 263A 35821

Valve Lifter 275 36473

Camshaft (MCR) 277 650988

Oil Pump Ass'y. 285 35000A

*Mounting Flange Gasket 287 650926

Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 thru 83) 290 34357

Oil Drain Plug (Incl. 73) 292 26460

Drain Plug Gasket 300 35586

Oil Seal 301 36246

Governor Shaft 305 35819A

Washer 306 34265

Governor Gear Ass'yo (IncL 81) 307 35499

Governor Spool 309 651014

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-!/4" 310 35822

Flywheel Key 313 34080

Flywheel 347 650898A

Bellevifle Washer 370A 36261

Flywheel Nut 370B 35167

Solid State Ignition 380 632733

Spark Plug Cover 390 590702

Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/16" 400 36481

Ground Wire 416 36085

* Cylinder Head Gasket

Cylinder Head 417 650760

Exhaust Valve (Std.) (IncL 151)

Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS)

(IncL 151)

Intake Valve (Std.) (IncL 151)

intake Valve (1/32" OS) (incL 151)

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

Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)

Valve Spring

Valve Spring Cap

Engine Shroud

* Valve Cover Gasket

Vatve Cover

DESCRIPTION

Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"

Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28

Screw, 1/4_28 x 7/8"

* Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket

Intake Pipe

Governor Link

Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/8"

S..E_Brake Bracket (Incl. t95)

Terminal

Control Bracket (Incl. 202 thru 205)

Compression Spring

Screw, 5-40 x 7/16"

Screw, 6-32 x 21/32"

Throttle Link

Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"

Control Knob

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"

* Intake Pipe Gasket

Screw, 10-32 x 49/64"

* Air Cleaner Gasket

Air Cleaner CoFlar

Air Cleaner Filter

Air Cleaner Cover

Blower-Housing

Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"

Starter Grill

Muffler' (Incl. 277)

Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-5/16"

Starter' Cup

Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"

Fuel Line

Fuel Line Clamp

Fuel Tank (Inct. 292 & 301)

Fuel Cap

Oi! Fill Tube

* "O"-Ring

"O"-Ring

Screw, 10-32 x 7/16"

Dipstick

Spacer

Screw, 10-32 x 27/32"

Lubrication Decal

Control Decal

Carburetor (lncto I84)

Rewind Starter

Gasket Set (Incl. Items Marked *)

Spark Arrestor Kit

(lnct, 416)(Optional)

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

RPM High 2900 to 3200

RPM Low 2450 to 2750

(NOTE: This engine could have been built with 590739

starter.. Refer !o the design of the rope pulley strength ribs

for part identification.. Individual starter' parts do not

interchange. )

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

1 inch = 25.4 mrn

CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGBNE MODELNUMBER143.966010

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REF PART

NO, NO.

- - 632733

1 631615

2 631767

4 631184

5 631183

6 632504

7 6505O6

16 631775

25 631867

27 631024

28 632019

29 631028

30 631021

31 631022

35 36045

36 632735

37 632547

40 632736

44 27110

48 631027

DESCRIPTION

Carburetor

(IncL 184 of Engine Parts List)

Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly

Throttle Return Spring

Dust Seal Washer

Dust Seal (Throttle)

Throttle Shutter

Shutter Screw

Fuel Fitting

Float Bowl

Float Shaft

Float

Float Bowl "O" Ring

inlet Needte, Seat, & Clip (IncL 31)

Spring Clip

Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring

Main Nozzle Tube

"O" Ring, Main Nozzte Tube

High Speed Bowl Nut

BowENut Washer

Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent

' u',,,:ltI .....i "lr_

REF PART

NO, NO,

-- 590702

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590696

4 590601

5 590697

6 590698

7 590699

8 5907O0

11 590703

12 590535

t3 5907O1

DESCRIPTION

Recoil Starter

Spring Pin (IncL 4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y.

Starter Housing Ass'y..

(40 degree grommet)

Starter Rope ( 98" X 9/64" dia.)

Starter Handle

REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

-- 590739

3 590740

6 590616

7 590617

8 590618A

11 590638

12 590535

13 590701

14 590741

NOTE:

Rewind Starter

Retainer

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y

Starter Housing Ass'y

(40 degree grommet)

Starter Rope

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

Starter Handle

Locking Tab

All component dimensions given in UoS. inches

1 inch = 25..4 mm

ERVICE OTE$

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MODEL NO=

917.376290

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REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

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INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

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(1-800-366-7278)

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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 will be found on the

blower housing of the engine,

Alt 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 - 917o376290

oENGINE MODEL NO. - 143.966010

oPART NUMBER

oPART DESCRIPTION

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