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Owner's Manual £RRFTSMRN° 5.5 HORSEPOWER 22" SIDE DISCHARGE POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.377411 • 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 Visit our Craftsman webslte: www.sears.com/cmftsman Warranty Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Maintenance Schedule 2 2 4 5 9 9 Product Specifications Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts Parts Ordering 10 13 14 16 35 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, ROEBUCKAND 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. • 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. TRAINING: • Read this operator's manuel 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 described in this manual. 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. 2 • Dress pmpedy. Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoos 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 or you might lose your footing. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or when changing directions maintain good footing. • Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety devices in place. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE: • Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be sure they are tightened propedy. • Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condition. • 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 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. _i, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS iNVOLVED. 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 matedal 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. • 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. /I, CAUTION: 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 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 not shipped with your mower. 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 CLIPPING DEFLECTOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABILIZER GRASS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE GRASS LAWN CATCHERS MOWERS , i GAS CANS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE MUFFLERS BELTS AIR FILTERS SLADES BLADE ADAPTERS SPARK PLUGS WHEELS ENGINE OIL • Cut down two end comers of carton and lay end panel down flat. • Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. • Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thoroughly for additional toose parts. Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper 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. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessan/to complete the assembly have been placed in the pads bag. TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables. • Raise handles until lower handle section locks into place in mowing position. • Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs. CARTON • Remove loose parts included with mower. 4 • 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. Operator presence control Upper handle Lift up // Lift up_ _' Mowing - position i 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 product. Learn and understand their meaning. CAUTION ENGINE OR WARNING ON ENGINE OFF FAST SLOW CHOKE Operator presence FUEL OIL supplied wiih the DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Ddve control lever Engine zone control cable Starter handle control Handle knob Gasoline filler cap Engine oil cap with dipstick Primer Drive cover ,g IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine, MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Wheel adjuster each wheel) 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 turns when the engine is running. Starter handle - used for starting the engine. Drive control lever - used to engage powerpropelled forward motion of lawn mowe_. Operator presence control bar- mustbe hetddownto the handleto startthe engine. Release to stopthe engine. Primer - pumpsack:r_onal fuel fromthe carburetorto the cylinderfor usewhen startinga cold engine. 5 TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT can result in foreign thrown The operation of any objects lawn mower 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 spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL ACAUTION: 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 control. The blade tums when the engine is running. • Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower. DRIVE CONTROL • 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 lever. • 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 continue mowing without selfpropelling. • To keep drive control engaged when tuming comers, push down on handle and liftfront wheels off ground while turning lawn mower. Operator presence control bar _ • Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheals 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 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. Lower wheels for high cut Plate tab Lever Raise wheels for low 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 CONVERT TO DISCHARGING MOWER • Lift discharge guard and remove mulcher plate. • Mower can now be used for side discharging or optional grass catcher can be attached. • To return to mulching operation, simply reinstall mulcher plate as shown. Discharge Drive control Mulcher plate To engage drive control Drive control disengaged _CAUTION: Do not operate your lawn mower without mulcher door in closed position, discharge deflector in place, or 6 approved grass catcher in place. BEFORESTARTINGENGINE OIL Yourlawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine. • Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean. • Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate dipstick reading. • Engine holds 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this manual. • Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. • Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fillto full line on dipstick. • To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time. • Reinstall engine oil cap 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. ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. 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. Engi cap 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. It may also be necessary to reduce ground speed and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second a_llW.ARNING; Experience indicates that time. conol blenoed fuels tcalleo gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract • For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously moisture which leads to separation and cut path and mow slowly. formation of acids during storage. Acidic • For better grass bagging and most gas can damage the fuel system of an cutting conditions, the engine speed engine while in storage. To avoid engine should be set in the fast position. problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or • For side discharge lawn mowers, longer. Drain the gas tank, start the cutting in a counter-clockwise direction, engine and let it run until the fuel lines starting at the outside of the area to be and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel cut, spreads grass clippings more next season. See Storage Instructions for evenly and puts less load on the additional information. Never use engine engine. To keep clippings off of walkways, flower beds, etc., make the or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel first cuts in a clockwise direction. tank or permanent damage may occur. • Pores in cloth grass catchers can _I,CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas.tank become filled with dirt and dust with filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe on any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use use and catchers will collect less grass. To prevent this, regularly hose catcher gasoline near an open flame. off with water and let dry before using. TO START ENGINE • Keep top of engine around starter clear • To start a cold engine, push primer and clean of grass clippings and chaff. three (3) times before trying to start. This will help engine air flow and Use a firm push. This step is not 7 extend engine life. MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. See =Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings 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 aftemoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct • 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. 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 clumps of mulched grass. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut by overlapping previouslycut path and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area he mulched a second time to completely 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 north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn. SUn, 8 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-propelled Mowers) ChecldSharpep/Replace Blade LubricationChart Clean Battery/Recharge tEtectdc Start MowersI Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Inspect Muffler Clean or Replace Spark Plug v' i/ +/3 v' _4 1/ 1_'1.2 V'= Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 12 34- Change more ohen when operating under _ heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. Serv;ce more oflen when opera_'lg in ditty or dusty conditinns+ Reptace bladae more often when mowing in sandy soil Charge 48 hours at end of season. LUBRICATION GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS 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 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. • Once a year, replace the spark plug, clean or 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 CHART (_Handle bracket mountingpin @Spray lubricante •)Refer to MAINTINANCE "ENGINE" SECTION. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. • Check engine oil level. • Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION Keep un'dwelt lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART"). 9 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIALNUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR )IL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 20 OZS. CHAMPION' RJ19LM OR J19LM INTAKE: .004 - .008 EXHAUST: .004 - .008 OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG (GAP: VALVE CLEARANCE: .030") SOLID STATE IGNITION AIR GAP: BLADE BOLT TORQUE: ,0125 IN. 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 control chemicals 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 side. 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 properly. 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 tile trailihg edgeof 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. IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. 10 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 GRASS 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. • If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not turn freely, contact your nearest authorized service center. LUBRICATION Lockwasher shaft Hardened washer DRIVE WHEELS ENGINE Blade Blade bolt • If lubricant is required, use only Texaco Starplex Premium Grease, part no. 750369. Do not substitute. Trailing edge Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classificationSF, SG or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade according to your expected operating temperature. Blade adapter 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 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. 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 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 continuous use. "lighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level. 11 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. • Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. • 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. • 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 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 • Remove the air filter by tuming counterclockwise to the stop and pull away from collar. • Remove filter from inside of cover. • Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation. • Insert new filter into cover. • Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab with the slot. • Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten. Turn counter clockwise to remove Clip Slot Air filter Turn Tab clockwise Air filter cover to tighten 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, kiip mower housing free of built-grass and trash. Clean the underside of your mower after each use. _-CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug. • Tum 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,etc. • We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electncal 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 undarsida of drive cover. 12 &CAUTION: Before performing any 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'rrlNG 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 ddve cover. Remove belt by pushing down on gear case pulley and rolling belt off it. • Turnlawn 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. o,,vs JlWIk TOADJUSTHANDLE The handle can be mounted in a high or low position. The mounting holes in the bottom of lower handle are off center for raising or lowering the handle. • Remove upper handle and all parts attached to lower handle. • Remove hairpin cotters from lower handle bracket mounting pin. • Squeeze lower handle in to remove it from mounting pins. • Tum lower handle over to raise or lower handle. • Squeeze lower handle in and position holes onto mounting pins on handle bracket. • Reassemble upper handle and all parts removed from lower handle. i Mowing position !-_i I Low position Mowing -, position /-! i High position Lower handle Rotate \ V down 13 ENGINE CARBURETOR ENGINE SPEED 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. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for the proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed scan be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest authorized service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. 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. immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWNMOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean if thoroughly,remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, 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, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened. Inspect mowng parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. • Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightlybefore painting. I-IAk_LE You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage. • Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward each other until the lower handle dears the handle bracket, 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 as shown or you may damage the control cables. • When setting up your handle from the storage position, the lower handle will automatically lock into the mowing position. Lower handle Squeeze to fold /- Hairpin cotter pin Operator presence control bar '_ Upper handle _ //// -"7/// storage P2% 42 "_,_. d ,_' "_ .f_y _ J s, 1Fold _--_)......._ _ _ Lowe= _andle 14 Mowing position ENGINE FUELSYSTEM 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. • 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 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. ENGINEOIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER • Remove 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. ACAUTION: 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. 15 TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start 1. 2. Dirty air filter. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuel. 1. 2. 3. 4. Water in fuel. 4. 5. Spark plug wire is 5. disconnected, Bad spark plug. 6. Loose blade or broken blade 7. adapter. Control bar in released 8. position. Control bar defective. 9. 6. 7. 8. 9. Loss of power 1. 2. Rear of lawn mower housing !1. or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. Cutting too much grass, 2. Clean/replace air filter. Fill fuel tank. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline. Connect wire to plug. Replace spark plug. Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter. Depress control bar to handle. Replace control bar. Set to "Higher Cut" position. Dirly air filter. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower, 3. 4. Set to "Higher Cut" position. Clean/replace air filter. Clean underside of mower 5. 6. Too much oil in engine. Walking speed too fast. 5. housing. Check oil level. 6. Cut at slower walking speed. 1. Wom, bent or loose blade. 1. 2. Wheel heights uneven. 2. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 3. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt Set all wheels at same height Clean underside of 3. 4. Poor cut - uneven CORRECTION 16 mower housing. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Excessive vibration CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. 1. Engine flywheel brake is on 1. when control bar is released. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. 3. 4. Blade adapter broken. Blade dragging in grass. 3. 4. Replace blade adapter. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface. 1. 1. Adjust or replace drive control cable. 2. Drive wheels not tuming with drive control engaged. Belt not driving 2. Put belt on pulleys or replace belts if broken. Gross catcher notfilling(ifso equipped) 1. 2. 3. Cutting height too low. Lift on blade wom off. Catcher not venting air. 1. 2. 3. Raise cutting height. Replace blade. Clean grass catcher. Hard to push 1. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low. Rear of lawn mower housing or blade dragging in grass. Grass catcher too full. Handle height position not rightfor you. 1. Raise cuffing height. 2. Raise rear of lawn mower housingone (1) setting higher. Empty grasscatcher. Adjusthandleheightto suit. Starter rope hard to pull Loss of drive 2. 3. 4. 17 3. 4. Replace blade. _ghten blade belt. Contact an authorized service center. Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. Contact an authorized' service center. SERVICE 34 NOTES ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377411 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 15 14 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 17490416 137055X004 137053 57072 48373 77881 137051 137074 57079 131484 700343 86447 137050 750436X 750369 12000003 850848 81585X004 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 EngagementBracket Shifter Seal Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Nos. 4, 6, and 7) Bearing WormShaft Ddve Shaft Hardened Washer Clutch Yoke Bushing Plug Helical Gear Clutch Jaw Grease E-Ring Hi-Pro Key Spring Bracket NOTE: All component dimensions in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35 given ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.377411 6 1o 43 33 63 39 42 18 41 19 51 4O 72 48 I 38 33 41 42 52 75 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.377411 KEY NO. 1 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 18 19 22 23 24 25 27 28 29 33 35 36 38 39 4O 41 42 43 44 45 46 PART NO. 165452X479 168552 153638 1457g_ 131959 66426 51793 136376 157081X479 170346X479 170345X479 14O54O 75O097 87584X004 750149 147286 87593 87589 774OO 750085X007 146630 700331X004 701037 145935X004 62335 142748 151155 83923 751592 85463 DESORIPnON UpperHandle ZoneControlCable RopeGuide Control Bar HandleBolt Wtre'ne HairpinCotter HandJeKnob LowerHandle Handle BracketAssembly(Left) Handle BracketAssembly(Right) Rear Oeftector Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24x 1/2 DeflectorBracket DischargeGuard HingeRod HousingBracket To_on Spdng Hubcap Wheel AdjustingBracket Spacer SelectorSpring SelectorKnob Axle AnnAssembly BettevllleWasher ShoulderBolt Wheel &Tire Assembly Hex Nut Locknut3/18-16 DangerDecel KEY NO. PARr NO. 48 49 51 52 149741 63601 134612 150406 53 54 55 56 57 62 63 64 68 851084 850263 851074 141114 851514 171534 85543 87677 ...... 71 72 73 74 75 76 - -- - 63601 170031 17600406 851201X004 751772X479 128415 134O27X479 161058 172538 DESCRIPTION Thread Cmling Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 Hex Locknut Debris Shield Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-118 Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 (Grd. 8) Helical Lockwasher Hardened Washer Blade22" Blade Adapter Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Ref, #46) Engine Pulley Hi-Pro Key #HP 505 Engine - (See Breakdown) Craftsman Model 143.005504 Locknut Keps Front Baffle Screw EngineWasher Mulch Plate Pop Rivet Rear Baffle (Not Shown) Waming Decal (Not Shown) Owner's Manuel (English/Spanish) Availableaccessoriesnot includedwithlawn mower:. 71 71 71 71 71 33072 33623 33500 33000 33316 Grass Catcher Gas Can (2.5 gal.) Fuel Stabilizer SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.) Mower Cover ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.377411 18 14 15 56 14 4O 26 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.377411 KEY NO. 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 PART NO, DESCRIPTION 148312 751152 158755 146527 150495 1452.12 774OO 151156 12000058 137054 8808O 88118 67725 701037 Control Cable Assembly Locknut 1/4-2O HexWasherHead Screw 1/4 x 2.0 V-Be{t Retainer Spdng Hex Nut Hubcap Wheel and Tire Assembly E-Ring Pinion Dust Cover FeltWasher Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 SelectorKnob KEY PART NO. NO. 26 28 31 32 35 36 37 38 40 41 55 56 143603 137088 132010 137052 152O18 702511 13709O 63601 75192 152019 86012 750097 DESCRIP'nON Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 Drive Cover Locknut Drive Pulley Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left) Gear Case Assembly Spdng Locknut 1/4-20 sprig Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Right) Driveshaft Cover Screw CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.005504 _--370K 3OO 370R 370C 4OO 130 126 101 120 11g 125 I 416 I 46 4O CRAFTSMAN KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 6 7 37266 26727 33734 36557 12 12A 36775 36558 12B 15 16 17 18 36694 30589 34839A 31335 651018 19 20 30 40 36281 32600 36776 40004 40005 41 36070 36071 42 43 45 40006 40007 20381 36777 46 48 50 32610A 27241 37480 52 69 70 29914 35261 34311E 72 73 75 80 81 82 30572 28833 27897 30574A 30590A 30591 83 86 90 92 93 100 101 103 30588A 611004 611112 650815 650816 34443B 610118 651007 104 110 119 120 125 37480 37047 36787 36825 37288 126 37289 130 135 6021A 35395 4-CYCLE ENGINE DESCRIPTION MODEL KEY NO. Cylinder (Incl. 2,20 & 150) Dowel Pin Breather Element Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) Breather Tube Breather Cover & Tube (Incl. 12B) Breather Tube Elbow Governor Rod (Incl. 14) Governor 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 (Exhaust MCR Incl. 104) Oil Pump Ass'y. * Mounting Flange Gasket Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 thru 83,306) Oil Drain Plug Drain Plug Gasket Oil Seal Governor Shaft Washer Govemor Gear Ass'y. _ncl. 81) _overnor Spool Flywheel Key Flywheel BellevUle Washer Flywheel Nut Solid State Ignition Spark Plug Cover Screw, TorxT-15, 10-24 x 15/16" Cam Bushing Ground Wire Cylinder Head Gasket Cylinder Head Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151) Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151) Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM) PART NO. 150 151 151A 169 172 174 178 182 184 31672 31673 40017 36783 36784 30200 29752 6201 26756 185 186 169 191 36785 32653 650839 36559A 195 207 216 223 224 238 239 241 245 250 260 261 262 275 277 285 287 290 292 298 300 301 305 306 307 309 310 313 325 370A 370C 370K 370R 380 390 400 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 37152 36261 37318 37269 37317 640262 590737 36792B 416 36085 417 650821 900 ---NONE 900 ---750796C, NUMBER 143.005504 DESCRIPTION Valve Spring Valve Spring Cap 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 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 21/64" 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 Spring Clip Lubrication Decal Primer Decal Starter Decal Waming Decal Carburetor (incl. 184) Rewind Starter Gasket Set (Incl. Items Marked *) Spark Arrestor Kit (Incl. 417)(Optional) Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" (Optional) Replacement Engine Replacement Short Block order from 71-999 RPM High 2900 to 3200 NOTE: 590694 NOTE: inches 41 This engine could have been built,with starter). All component dimensions given in U.S. 1 inch = 25.4 mm vn_r iOlVl_ll _-v I _,,,R-C MODEL r_I_HOINI: NUMBER I _37 KEY NO. PART NO. ---640262 1 631615 2 631767 4 631184 5 631183 6 640070 7 650506 16 631807 17 651025 18 630766 20 640018 20A 640200 25 631867 27 631024 28 632019 29 631028 30 631021 31 631022 35 640259 36 640080 36A 632766 37 632547 40 640175 44 27110A 47 630748 48 631027 60 632760B 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 Throttle Crack Screw/Idle Speed Screw Tension Spring Idle Restrictor Screw Idle Restrictor Scrwe Cap (Black) Float Bowl Float Shaft Float Float Bowl "O" Ring Inlet Needle, Seat, & Clip (Incl. 31) Spring Clip Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring Main Nozzle Tube Carburetor Tube "O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube High Speed Bowl Nut Bowl Nut Washer P Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent Repair kit (Incl. Items Marked *) 42 143.005504 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL KEY NO. PART NO. ----590694 1 590599A 2 590600 3 590696 4 590601 5 590697 6 590698 7 590699 8 590700 11 590695 12 590535 13 590701 KEY NO. PART NO. ---3 6 7 8 590737 590740 590616 590617 590618A NUMBER 143.005504 DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Spdng Pin (IncL 4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree 9rommet) Starter Rope (=98" X 9/64 = dia,) Starter Handle B--5 [11 ii -7 43 11 590687A 12 590535 13 14 590701 590760 DESCRIPTION Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y Starter Housing Ass'y _0 degree grommet) arter Rope _Length 98" x 9/64" dia.) arter Handle Spring Clip For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME sMAnytime, dayor night iii!ii![ii!i!! i!!!iiiii!!ii!!!i! 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