Craftsman 917377401 User Manual ROTARY MOWER Manuals And Guides 98120023
CRAFTSMAN Walk Behind Lawnmower, Gas Manual 98120023 CRAFTSMAN Walk Behind Lawnmower, Gas Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Walk Behind Lawnmower, Gas installation guides
User Manual: Craftsman 917377401 917377401 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY MOWER - Manuals and Guides View the owners manual for your CRAFTSMAN ROTARY MOWER #917377401. Home:Lawn & Garden Parts:Craftsman Parts:Craftsman ROTARY MOWER Manual
Open the PDF directly: View PDF .
Page Count: 29
Download | |
Open PDF In Browser | View PDF |
Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN + 6.0 HORSEPOWER 22" EZ MULCH POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.377401 • • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance EspaSol Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Warranty Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Schedule Maintenance 2 2 4 5 9 9 Product Specifications Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts Parts Ordering 10 13 14 15 33 Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship. If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. Warranty service 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 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 • Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Always have damage repaired before using your mower. • Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of such attachments may be hazardous. • The blade turns when the engine is running. PREPARATION: • Always 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. 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 described in this manual. 2 • 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 while the engine is running. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are dangerous. • Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down oryou 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 condition. 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 damage before restarting and operating you mower. • Keep all safety devices in place and working. • To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease and oil. • Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear and replace wom 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. ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs. WARNING • 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. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine, safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 3 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 lawn mower. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE Fl CLIPPING DEFLECTOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABIUZER FOR SIDE DISCHARGE GRASS LAWN CATCHERS MOWERS GAS CANS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE MUFFLERS BELTS AIR FILTERS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS SPARK PLUGS WHEELS ENGINE OIL Read these instructions and this manual in • Remove all packing materials except its entirety before you attempt to assemble padding between upper and lower or operate your new lawn mower. Your handle and padding holding operator new lawn mower has been assembled at presence control bar to upper handle. • Roll lawn mower out of carton and check the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping carton thoroughly for additional loose purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, parts. bolts, etc., necessary to complete the HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN assembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation MOWER of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware TO UNFOLD HANDLE you assemble must be tightened securely. IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. • Raise handles until lower handle section locks into place in mowing position. • Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on lower • Remove loose parts included with handle and tighten both handle knobs. mower. • Remove handle padding holding • Cut down two end corners of carton and operator presence control bar to upper _ lay end panel down flat. handle. TO REMOVE CARTON LAWN MOWER FROM 4 • Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to =Adjust Handle" in the Service and Adjustment section of this manual. Operator presence controlbar Upper handle Lift up position Lower handle KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FAST SLOW CHOKE Operator presence control FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANOS ANO FEET AWAY control lever Engine zone control cable Starter handle control Handle knob Engine oil cap with dipstick Mulcher door Drive cover (on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade tums when the engine is running. Operator presence control bar - 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 powerpropelledforward motion of lawn mower. Mulcher- allows conversion to discharge or bagging operation. 5 i Theoperation ofanylawnmowercan resultin TO ADJUST CUTI'ING HEIGHT foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can resultin 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 spectacles or standard safety glasses. • Ra'_e wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut. • Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Medium position is best for most lawns. • To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. Move wheal up or down to suit your requirements. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL NOTE: Adjuster Lsproperly pos_oned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9positionadjusters ('ifso equipped) allow lever to be pos_ between the plate tabs. The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance: Speed is not adjustable. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL _CAUTION: Federal regulations require an engine controlto be installedon this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury.Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the functionof the operator control. The blade turns when the engine is running. • Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requiresthe operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower. DRIVE CONTROL Lower wheels for highcu . cut NOTE: Your lawn mower has been shipped ready for mulching operation. To convert to discharging operation, you must install the discharge deflector attachment included with your mower. TO INSTALL DISCHARGING DEFLECTOR • Lift door upward on it's hinge until the deflector frame can be hooked over the door mounting bracket as shown. • Release the door to rest against deflector frame. • To return to mulching operation, reverse the above steps and be sure door is in closed position. Deflector _.._,_X__--_ Ddve cQntml "_\ t To engage drive control Muleher Door __ Mounting "x...__. Bracket ACAUTION: Do not operate your lawn mower without mulcher door in closed mower. bar ._ ever Raise wheels for low • Serf-prepellingis controlled by holdingthe operator presence control bar down to the handle and pushing the drive control lever forward untilit clicks;then release the lever. • Forward motion w_llstop when the operator presence control bar is released. To stop forward motion without stopping engine, release the operator presence control bar slightlyuntilthe drive control disengages, Hold operator presence control bar down to handle to continue mowing without selfpropelling. • To keep drive control engaged when turning comers, push down on handle and liftfront wheals off ground while turning lawn Operator presence control Plate tab position, discharge deflector in place, or approved grass catcher in place. disengaged 6 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL Yourlawnmowerisshipped withoutoilinthe engine. • Be sure mower is level and area around oil fillis clean. • Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. • Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type end grade of oil to use, see =ENGINE" in Maintenance sectionof this manuel. • Pour oilslowly. Do not over fill. • Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to furlline on dipstick. • To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time. • Reinstallengine oilcap and tighten. • Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season. You may need to change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions. GAS • 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 incrKT.ates 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 ampSed before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the fuel tank, start the engine and let it run untilfuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructionsfor additionel information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. TO START ENGINE • To start a cold engine, pus.h 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. • 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 engine, wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps. Engine oilcap cap MOWING TIPS • Under certain conditions, such asvery 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. It may also be necessary to reduce ground speed and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second time. • For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. • For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions, the engine speed should be set in the fast position. • For side discharge lawn mowers, cutting in a counter-clockwise direction, starting at the outside of the area to be cut, spreads grass clippings more evenly and puts less load on the engine. To keep clippings off of walkways, flower beds, etc., make the first cuts in a clockwise direction. • 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 catcher off with water and let dry before using. • Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air flow and extend engine life. 7 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: Forbestperformance, keep mowerhousing free of built-up grass and • For I_ ra_lts, adjust_'zelawn mower cut_ng height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown itwill be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving dumps of mulched grass. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut by ovedapping previously cut path and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the dippings. When deinga socondcut, mow across or perpencr_ularto the first cut path. • Change your cuttingpattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent mattingand graining of the lawn. trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippingsmany times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. A/so, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrientsfor the lawn. Always mulch w_h your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recuttingaclion of the blades. • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form dumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early aftemoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newiy cut are a will not be exposed to the direct sun. ,_,_,_.€_,_'_'---3 Max.1/3 !_, ,, 8 Checkfor LooseFasteners _ Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher a (ffEquipped) Clean Lawn Mower _ _ _ (Powet-Propened V,_ Claan Under DriveMowers) Cover Check drive bek/pugeys ER {power-Propelled Mowers) I_ Chec k/Sharpen/Replace Blade LubdcationChart Claan Battery/Recharge IElectdc Start MowersI E N G Check Engine Oil Level | Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Inspect Muffler a Clean or Replace Spark Plug ik/ I_ V'4 I_ V't.2 ll/z E Replece AirFilterPaperCartddge 1. 2. S4- t_ 3 If= Ctmngemornoftenwhen ope_tlng tmdw, hHvy load o¢ b highand:ierdreinsures. Se=vicemo_ o(tenwhextoperating_ didy or du_y c_*_dilJon_ R_ blad_ mornolten _ _ In aandy aoa Cha,se 48 hoursat a_d ¢4u LUBRICATION 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 instructedin this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodicallyto properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. (_) Wheel adjuster CHART (_) Mulcher door (_ • Once a year, replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filterelement 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 (_) Brake spring bracket Handle bracket mountingpin (_) (_) Spray lubricante Referto MAINTINANCE "ENGINE" SECTION. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings. Viscous lubricantswilt attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self • Check engine oil level. • Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION lubricatingbearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry,powdered graphite type lubricantsparingly. Keep unitwell lubricated(See "LUBRICATION CHART"). 9 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.377401 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: 6.0 DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): REGULAR SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°1=) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG(GAP: 20 OZS. .030") CHAMPION VALVECLEARANCE: RJ19LM OR J19LM INTAKE: .004 - .008 EXHAUST: .004 - .008 SOLID STATE IGNITION AIR GAP: .0125 IN. BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS. The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above. LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect controlchem'_ls 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 • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. • Turn lawn mower on its sidd. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up. • Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt. • Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. • Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise. • 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 propedy. Replace adapter if damaged. TO REPLACE BLADE • 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. • Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened washer into blade adapter and crankshaft. • Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise. • The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. Ibs. 10 IMPORTANT:Bladeboltis grade 8 heat treated. TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed. Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. Blade Key adapter Crankshaft keyway DRIVE Check front drive wheels each time before you mow to be sure they move freely. The wheels not tuming 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. • If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not turn freely, contact your nearest authorized service center. ENGINE Use only high qual'_ detergent oil rated with API service dassh3cationSF, SG orSH. Select the oil'sSAE viscos'_ygrade according to your expected operating temperature. Lockwasher \ Blade SAE V_ shaft Hardened washer WHEELS LUBRICATION Blade bolt • If lubricant is required, use only Texaco Starplex Premium Grease, part no. 750369. Do not substitute. Trailing edge GP,ADES Blade adapter ,c GRASS CATCHER (If purchased as an accessory) • The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used. • Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration. 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. GEAR CASE • To keep your drive system working preperly, 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 .30_ €* "tEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OR. NOTE: Although multi-viscosityoils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will resultin increased oil consumption when used above 32°R Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possibleengine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation orat least once a year ifthe 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 continuoususe. TK:jhtenoil plug securely each time you check the oil level. service has been performed on the gear case. 11 TO CHANGEENGINEOIL NOTE: Beforetipping lawn mower MUFFLER 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. • Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean sudace: • Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine. • Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine. • Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line on the dipstick. DO NOT OVER FILL. Inspect and replace correded.muffier 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, kiip mower housing free of built-grass and trash. Clean the underside of your mower after each use. ACAUTION: 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 filterand 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 dogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil,etc. • We de 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 resultin shortened engine life. CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER Clean under dnve cover at least twice a season. Serape underside of cover with putty Imife or similar tool to remove any build-up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover. • Replace engine oil cap. • Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug. Container AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirtyair filter. Replace the air filter overy year, more often if you mow in very dusty,dirty condC_ions.Do not wash air filter. TO CHANGEAIR RLTER • Remove the air tilter by turning counterclockwise to the stop and pull away from collar. • Remove filterfrom inside of cover. • Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirtaccumulation. • Insert new filter intocover. • Put air filtercover and filterinto collar aligningthe tab with the slot. • Push in on cover and turn clockwiseto tighten. Tum counterclockwise to remove Slot Air filter "rum clockwise Tab Air filter cover Disconnect spark plug wire to tighten 12 ACAUTION: Beforeperformingany service and 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. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST cu'n'ING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual. DISCHARGE GUARD The discharge guard, attached to the discharge opening of your lawn mower, is provided to prevent the possibility of injury resulting from objects being thrown out of the discharge opening into the operator mowing position. If the discharge guard becomes damaged, it should be replaced. REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower into the operator mowing position. If the deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced. TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT • Remove drive cover. Remove belt by pushing down on gear case pulley and rolling belt off it. • Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel cap up. • Remove blade. • Remove debris shield. • Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft. • Install new belt by reversing above steps, • AlWays use factory approved belt to assure fit and long life. • To change from medium low to medium high position, the upper and lower handle sections will have to be turned over. • Remove the cable clips. • Remove the controls and operator presence control bar from the upper handle. • Remove the starter rope guide from the upper handle. • Remove hairpin cotters. • Disconnect the lower handle from the handle brackets. •Tum 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. _CAUTIONThe operator presence control bar must pivot freely to permit blade/brake engagement when control bar is released. Do not overtighten 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. • To change from medium low to low position, only the lower handle section will have to be turned over. ShippingPosition Medium low Medium high \ cover Push down TO ADJUST Iit HANDLE Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your mowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and low. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position. Low ACAUTION; The operator presence control bar must pivot freely to permit blade/brake engagement when control bar is released. Do not overtighten 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. • To change from medium low to low position, only the lower handle section will have to be turned over. \ Lower handle Squeeze to ENGINE • 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 engine is running too fast or too slow, take your 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. remove Handle bracket Hairpin cotter Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit will not be used for 30 days or more. • When setting up your handle from the storage position,the lower handle will automatically lock into the mowing position. LAWN 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 dean, dry area. • Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that all nuts, belts, 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 lightlybefore painting. HANDLE You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage. • Squeeze the bottom ands of the lower handle toward each other untilthe lower hand_ dears the handle bracJ(et, then move handle forward. • 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 asshown oryou may damage the control cables. Lower handle Squeeze to remove i" Hairpin cotter pin Operator presence control bar Upper handle Fold forward for storage • Fold backward Mowing position Lower handle 14 ENGINE FUELSYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, expedenoe 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. • 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 aitemative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. 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 Maintenance section of this manual). TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Does n_start CYLINDER • Remove spark plug. • Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oilthrough spark plug hole intocylinder. • Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distributeoil. • Replace with new spark plug. OTHER • Do not store gasolinefrom 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 ccver 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. A, CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. CHART CAUSE CORRECTION • Dirty air filter. • Out of fuel. • Stale fuel. • Clean/replaco air filter. • Fill fuel tank. • Drain tank and re_llwith fresh clean fuel. • Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refilltank • Water in fuel. with fresh gasoline. • Connect wire to plug. • Spark plug wire is disconnected. • Bedspark plug. • Loose blade or broken blade adapter. • Control bar in released position. • Control bar defective. 15 • Replace spark plug. • T_jhten blade boltor replace blade adapter, • Depress ccntrol bar to handle. • Replace controlbar. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Loss_pow_r CHART CAUSE CORRECTION • Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass • Cutting too much grass • Dirty air filter. • Buildupof grass, leaves, and trash under mower. • Too much oil in engine. • Waildng speed too fast. Poor cut- uneven • Wom, bent or loose blade. • Wheel heights uneven. • Buildupof grass, leaves and trash under mower. Excessive vibration • Worn,bent orlooseblade. • Bentenginecrankshaft. Starter rope herd to pull • Engine fiywheel brake is on when controlbar is released. • Bent engine crankshaR. • Blade adapter broken. • Blade dragging in grass. • Set to "Higher Cur' position. • Set to "Higher Cut" position. • Clean/replace air filter. • Clean underside of mower housing. • Check oil level. • Cut at slower wall_ng speed. • Replace blade. T_ghten blade bolt. • Set all wheels at same height • Clean underside of mower housing. • Replace blade Tighten blade bolt • Contact an authorized sewice center • Depress oontml bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. • Contact an authorized service center. • Replace blade adapter. • Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface Grass catcher not filling (if so equipped) Hard to push • Cuttingheight too low. • Li{ton blade wom off. • Raise cutting height. • Catcher not venting air. • Clean grass catcher. • Grass is too blgh or whee! height is too low. • Rear of lawn mower • Ra_ ct._'_r_j height. housing or blade dragging in grass. • Grass catcher too full. • Handle height position not rightfor you 16 • Rep_ceb_de. • Raise rear of lawn mower ho_r_g one(1) se_ng higher. • Empty grass catcher. • Adjust handle height to suit. 32 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377401 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 a7 I$ 1 I KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 17490416 137055X004 137053 57072 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-114 Engagement Bracket Shifter Seal 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 48373 77881 137051 137074 57079 131484, 700343 86447 137050 750436X 750369 12000003 850848 81585X004 Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Nos. 4. 6, and 7) Bearing Worm Shaft Drive Shaft Hardened Washer Clutch Yoke Bushing Plug Helical Gear Clutch Jaw Grease E-Ring Hi-Pro Key Spring Bracket NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33 = / 0 34 HU fARY KEY NO. ol 1 3 5 6 7 8 g 10 12 18 19 22 23 24 25 27 28 29 33 35 36 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 48 PART NO 165451X479 156577 153638 145793 131959 66426 51793 136376 157081X479 151667X479 151665X479 140540 750097 87584X004 151889 147286 154132 152124 150182 750085X007 146630 700331 X004 701037 145935X004 62335 142748 150339 83923 751592 85463 149741 LAWN MOWER DESCRIPTION Upper Handle Zone ControlCable Rope Guide ControlBar Handle Dolt Wire Tie HairpinCotter Handle Knob Lower Handle Handle BracketAssembly(Left) Handle BracketAssembly(Right) Rear Deflector Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 1/2 DeflectorBracket DischargeGuard Hinge Rod HousingBracket TorsionSpring Hubcap Wheel AdjustingBracket Spacer SelectorSpring SelectorKnob Axle Arm Assembly BellevilleWasher ShoulderBolt Wheel & Tire Assembly Hex Nut Locknut3/8-16 Danger Decal Thread CuttingScrew 5/16-18 x 3/4 - MODEL NO. 917.377401 KEY NO, PART NO 49 51 52 63601 134612 150406 53 851084 54 55 56 57 58 850263 851074 152202 851514 129715 62 63 64 68 156516 85543 87677 ...... 69 70 71 --- 153350X479 153282X479 63601 161058 166053 DESCRIPTION Hex Locknut Debris Shield Hex Head Thread RoilingScrew 3/8-16 x 1-1/8 Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 (Grd. 8) HelicalLockwasher HardenedWasher Blade 22= Blade Adapter DeflectorAssembly Lawn Mower Housing (Incl, Ref. #46) Engine Pulley HI-Pro Key #HP 505 Engine- (See Breakdown)Craftsman Model 143.996004 SupportBrkt Handle RH SupportBrkt Handle LH LocknutKeps Warning Decal(Not Shown) Owner'sManual (English/Spanish) Availableaccessoriesnot includedwith lawn mower: 71 33072 7133623 7133500 7133000 71 33316 GrassCatcher Gas Can (2.5 gal.) Fuel Stabilizer SAE 30W Oil (20 oz,) MowerCover \ 36 ROTARY co LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.377401 KEY NO. PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 3 4 6 5 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 t6 18 146323 751152 158755 150495 146527 145212 150182 150349 12000058 137054 88080 88118 67725 701037 ControlCable Assembly Locknut 114-20 Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 2-1/8 SpringRetainer V-Belt Hex Nut Hubcap Wheel & Tire Assembly E-Ring Pinion OustCover Felt Washer Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 SelectorKnob KEY NO. 26 28 31 32 35 36 37 38 40 41 55 PART NO 143603 154990 132010 137052 152018 702511 137090 63601 75192 152019 86012 DESCRIPTION Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 Drive Cover Hex Flange Nut Drive Pulley Wheel AdjusterAssembly (Left) Gear Case Assembly Spring Locknut 1/4-20 Spring Wheel AdjusterAssembly (Right) DriveshaftCover CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996004 O--3"/0K 296 40O 126 120 119 125 18_ 19 46 "3O5 178 38 CRAFTSMAN KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 6 7 12 12A 37266 26727 33734 36557 36775 36558 12B 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 30 40 36694 28277 30589 34839A 31335 651018 36281 32600 36776 40004 4O0O5 41 36070 36071 42 42 43 45 4OOO6 40007 20381 36777 46 48 50 52 69 70 32610A 27241 36778 29914 35261 34311E 72 73 75 80 81 82 83 86 89 90 92 93 100 101 103 30572 28833 27897 30574A 30590A 30591 30588A 650488 611004 611112 650815 650816 34443B 610118 651007 110 3704-7 119 120 125 126 130 135 150 151 36787 36825 37288 37289 6021A 35395 31672 31673 4-CYCLE ENGINE DESCRIPTION Cylinder (Incl. 2,20 & 150) Dowel Pin Breather Element Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) Breatber Tube Breather Cover & Tube (Incl. 12B) Breather Tube Elbow Washer Governor Rod (Incl. 14) Govemor Lever Governor Lever Clamp Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x 19/64 • Extension Spring Oil Seal Crankshaft Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std,) Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010" OS) Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.) (Incl. 43) Piston & Pin Ass'y, (.010 • OS) (Incl.43) Ring Set (Std.) Ring Set (.010" OS) Piston Pin Retaining Ring Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46) Connecting Rod Bolt Valve Lifter Camshaft (MCR) Oil Pump Ass'y. • Mounting Flange Gasket Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 thru 83,306) Oil Drain Plug (Incl. 73) Drain Plug Gasket Oil Seal Governor Shaft Washer Govemor Gear Ass'y. (IncL 81 ) Gevemor Spool Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 • Flywheel Key Flywheel Belleville Washer Flywheel Nut Solid State Ignition Spark Plug Cover Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/ 16 • Ground Wire * Cylinder Head Gaske Cylinder Head _ Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151 ) Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151) Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM) Valve Spring Valve Spring Cap MODEL NUMBER 143.996004 KEY NO. PART NO. 151A 169 172 174 178 182 184 40017 36783 36784 30200 29752 6201 26756 Intake Valve Seal * Valve Cover Gasket Valve Cover Screw, 10-24 x 9/16 • Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28 Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8" • Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket 185 186 189 191 195 207 216 223 224 238 239 241 245 250 260 261 262 275 277 285 287 290 292 298 300 301 305 306 307 309 310 313 370A 370C 370K 380 390 400 36785 32653 650839 36559A 610973 34336 33086 650451 36786 650932 34338 35797 35066 35065 36980 30200 650831 36790A 650988 35000A 650926 29774 26460 28763 36916 36246 35647 36996 35499 650562 35648 34080 36261 37199 36695 640174 590737 36792B Intake Pipe Governor Link Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/8" S.E. Brake Bracket (Incl. 195) Terminal Throttle Link R.P.M. Adjusting Lever Screw, 1/4-20 x 1• • Intake Pipe Gasket Screw, 10-32 x 49/64" • Air Cleaner Gasket Air Cleaner Collar Air Cleaner Filter Air Cleaner Cover Blower Housing Screw, 10-24 x 9/16 • Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2 • Muffler Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-5/16" Starter Cup Screw, 8-32 x 21164" Fuel Line Fuel Line Clamp Screw, 10-32 x 35/64" Fuel Tank (Incl. 292 & 301) Fuel Cap Oil Fill Tube • ,,O"-Ring -O"-Ring Screw, 10-32 x 1/2* Dipstick Spacer Lubrication Decal Primer Decal Starter Decal Carburetor (Incl. 184) Rewind Starter Gasket Set (Incl. Items Marked 416 36085 417 900 900 650821 -- ----- DESCRIPTION •) --- Spark Arrestor Kit (Incl. 417)(Optional) Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" (Optional) Replacement Engine NONE Replacement S/B 750796A, order flora 71-999 RPM High 2900 to 3200 NOTE: This engine coukl havebeen builtwith 590694 starter NOTE: AJI component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996004 ,p--_ KEY NO. B-- 1 2 4 5 6 7 16 17 18 20 20A 25 27 28 29 30 31 35 36 36A 37 4O 44 47 48 48A 6O PART NO. 640174 631615 631767 631184 631183 64OO70 65O5O6 631807 651025 630766 64OO18 64OO53 631867 631024 632019 631028 631021 631022 36045A 640O8O 632766 632547 640175 27110A 630748 631027 631027 632760 DESCRIPTION Carburetor(Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) ThrottleShaft & LeverAssembly Throttle Retum Spdng • Dust Seal Washer • Dust Seal (Throttler ThrottleShutter • Shutter Screw Fuel Fitting Throttle Crack Screw/Idle Speed Screw TensionSpring Idle RestrictorScrew Idle Rest_ctor ScrewCap Roat Bowl • Roat Shaft Float • Float Bowl "O" Ring • Inlet Needle, Seat, & Clip (Ind. 31) SpringClip PrimerBulb/RetainerRing MainNozzle Tube CarburetorTube • "O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube High Speed Bowl Nut Bowl NutWasher • Welch Plug, Idle MixtureWell • Welch Plug,AtmosphericVen * Welch Plug Repair kit (Incl. Items Marked') 40 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996004 KEY NO. PART NO. ---- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 590694 590599A 590600 59O696 590601 590697 590698 590699 590700 11 590695 12 590535 13 590701 Recoil Starter Spring Pin (Incl. 4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Startar Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree grommet) Starter Rope ( 98" X 9/ 64" dia,) Starter Handle KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION O--2 3 6 7 8 59O737 590740 590616 590617 590618A 11 590687A 12 590535 13 14 590701 590760 --D 41 Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spdng Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree grommet) Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64" dia.) Starter Handle Spring Clip 2 42 43 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n domicilio - 1-800-676-5811 a For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-488-1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday 1-800-827-6655 When requesting sewice or ordering parts, always provide the following information: • Product Type • Part Number • Model Number • Part Description % SE ARS America's Repair Speciatlsfs 166053 10.05.98 VB Printed in U.S.A.
Source Exif Data:
File Type : PDF File Type Extension : pdf MIME Type : application/pdf PDF Version : 1.2 Linearized : No Page Count : 29 Page Layout : SinglePage Page Mode : UseNone Producer : Goby Monitor Application version 3, 2, 1, 4 Create Date : Mon Apr 02 10:43:41 2007 Author : Title : Subject :EXIF Metadata provided by EXIF.tools