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Owner's Manual
£RI:IFTSMI:IN
6.0 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.377553
• 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 2 Product Specifications 11
Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 14
Assembly 4 Storage 15
Operation 6 Troubleshooting 16
Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 35
Maintenance 10 Parts Ordering 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 crank-
shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained 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 standard's require operator
presence controls to mimimize the risk of
injury. Your unit is equipped with such
controls. Do not attempt to defeat the
function of the operator presence controls
under any circumstances.
TRAINING"
• Read this operator's manual carefully.
Become familiar with the controls and
know how to operate your mower
properly. Learn how to quickly stop
mower.
• Do not allow children to use your mower.
Never allow adults to use mower without
proper instructions.
•Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, especially small children and
pets.
• Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as described in this manual.
•Do not operate mower if it has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
Always have damage repaired before
using your mower.
•Do not use accessory attachments that
are not recommended by the manufac-
turer. Use of such attachments may be
hazardous.
•The blade tums 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.
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• Dressproperly.Donotoperatemower
whenbarefootorwearingopensandals.
Wearonlysolidshoeswithgoodtraction
whenmowing.
• Checkfueltankbeforestartingengine.
Donotfill 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.
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 your
mower.
•Do not change the govemor 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.
•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 exces-
sively 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 mount-
ing bolts often to be sure they are
tightened properly.
•Check all belts, 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 deteriora-
tion and wear and replace wom bags.
Use only replacement bags that are
recommended by and comply with
specificetions 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 abuilding where fumes may reach
an open flame or an ignition source such
as a hot water heater, space heater,
clothes dryer, etc.
_,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.
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These accessories were available when thislawn mower was produced. They are also
available at most Sears retail outletsand service canters. Most Sears stores can also order
repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these
accassodes may not apply to your lawn mower.
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
CUPPING DEFLECTOR
FOR RFAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS
GRASS CATCHERS _GRASS CATCHERS
FOR FOR
REAR DISCHARGE SlOE DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWERS
GAS CANS
LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE
STABILIZER
MUFFLERS
BLADES
AIR RLTERS
BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS
SPARK PLUGS
ENGINE OIL
Read these instructions and this manual in its
entirety before you attempt to assemble or
operate your now lawn mower. Your new lawn
mower has been assembled at the factory with
the exception of those parts left unassembled
for shippingpurposes. All parts such as nuts,
washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the
assembly have been placed inthe parts bag.
To ensura safe and proper operation of your
lawn mower, all parts _hardware you
assemble must be tightened securely. Use the
correcttools as necessary to ensure proper
tightness.
TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM
CARTON
•Remove loose parts includedwith mower.
• Cut down two end comers of carton and lay
and panel down flat.
•Remove all packing materials except
padding between upper and lower handle
and padding holding operator presence
controlbar to upper handle.
• Roll lawn mower out of carton and check
carton thoroughly for additional loose parts.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN
MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefullyso as
not to pinch ordamage controlcables
•RaLsehandles untillower handle section
locksinto place in mowing position.
•Remove protective padding, raise upper
handle section into place on lower handle
and tightenbeth handle knobs.
• Remove handle padding holding operator
presence controlbar to upper handle.
•Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust
Handle' inthe Service and Adjus_nent
sectionof this manual.
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Operator presence controlbar
Liftu
Mowing position
TO INSTALL AI"rACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. Toconvert to bagging or
discharging:
• Open rear door and remove mulcher plug.
Store mulcher plug in a safe place.
•You can now installcatcher or optional
dippingdeflector.
•To retumto mulchingoperation, install
mulcher plug into discharge opening of
mower.
Lower handle
Mucher plug
_,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn
mower without mulcher plug in place or
approved clipping deflector or grass
catcher in place. Never attempt to operate
the lawn mower with the rear door
removed or propped open.
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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
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the
product. Learn and understand their meaning.
CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS
OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY
Enginezone controlcable
Starter handle Drive control lever
Grass catcher knob
Engineoil cap w/dipstick
Mulcherplug
Gasolinefillercap
•cover
Primer
Wheel adjuster
(on every 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 Commis-
sion. The blade tums when the engine is running.
Operator presence control bar -must
be held down to the handle te start the
engine. Release to stop the engine.
Primer -pumps additional fuel from the
carburetor to the cylinder for use when
starting acold engine.
Starter handle- used for starting the
engine.
Drive control lever -used to engage
power-propelled forward motion of lawn
mower.
Mulcher plug - must be removed to
convert to bagging or discharging opera-
tion.
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Theoperationof anylawnmowercan
resultinforeignobjectsthrownintothe
eyes,whichcanresultinsevereeye
damage.Alwayswearsafetyglassesor
eye shields while operating your lawn
mower or performing any adjustments or
repairs. We recommend awide vision
safety mask over spectacles or standard
safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
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
turns 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.
TO ADJUST CUI-FING HEIGHT
•Raise 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
wheel up or down to suit your require-
ments. 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.
LowerWheels for High Cut Plate Tab
Lever
RaiseWheels for Low Cut
TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER
•Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed
while operating lawn mower.
•Lift the rear door on the mower housing
and place the grass catcher frame onto
the formed tabs on the rear door hinge
bracket,
•The grass catcher is secured to the lawn
mower housing when the rear door is
lowered onto the grass catcher frame.
ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn
mower without clipping deflector or
approved grass catcher in place. Never
attempt to operate the lawn mower with
the rear door removed or propped open.
Hinge Grass catcher
bracket frame
tabs
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
•To remove grass catcher, release
operator presence control bar to stop
engine.
•Lift up rear door and remove the grass
catcher by the handle.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty-
ing; it will cause unnecessary wear.
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DRIVECONTROL
•Self-propellingis controlled by holding the
operator presence controlbar down to the
handle and pushingthe drive control lever
forward untilit clicks;then release the drive
control lever.
•Forward motion willstop when the operator
presence controlbar is released. To stop
forward motion without stoppingengine,
release the operator presence control bar
slightlyuntilthe drive controldisengages.
Hold operator presence controlbar down to
handle to continue mowing without self-
propelling.
• To keep drive control engaged when turning
comers, push down on handle and lift front
wheels off ground while turning lawn
mower. Operator presence
:ontrol bar \
Ddve _Ddve
control control
To engage Drive control
drive control disengaged
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
OIL
Your lawn mower is shipped withoutoil inthe
engine.
•Be sure mower is level and area around oil
flu is clean.
•Remove engine oil cap w/dip_ck and till to
the full line on the dipstick°
•Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil
to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance
section of thismanual.
•Pour oil slowly.Do not overfill.
• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if
needed. Fillto full line-on dipstick.
•To read proper level, tightenengine 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.
GAS
• RII fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. Do not mix oilwith gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantitiesthat can be used
within30 days to assure fuel freshness.
WARNING: Experience indicatesthat alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) can attractmoisture which leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidicgas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while instorage. To avoid
engine problems,the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
Drainthe gas tank, start the engine and let it
run untilthe fuel linesand carburetor are
empty.Use fresh fuel next season. See
Storage Instructionsfor additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
productsinthe fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
TO START ENGINE
•To start a cold engine, push primer three (3)
times before tryingto start. Use a firm push.
This step is not usuallynecessary when
starting an engine which has already run for
afew minutes.
•Hold operator presence control bar down to
the handle and pullstarterhandle quickly.
Do notallow starterrope to snap back.
•To stop engine, release operator presence
control bar.
NOTE: In coolerweather it may be necessary
to repeat primingsteps. In warmer weather
over primingmay cause flooding and engine
willnot start. Ifyou do flood engine, wait a few
minutes before attemptingto start and do not
repeat primingsteps.
Gasolinefillercap Engine oil cap w/
dipstick
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MOWINGTIPS
• Undercertainconditions,suchasvery
tallgrass,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.
•When using a rear discharge lawn
mower in moist, heavy grass, clumps of
cut grass may not enter the grass
catcher. Reduce ground speed (push-
ing speed) and/or run the lawn mower
over the area a second time.
•If a trail of clippings is left on the right
side of a rear discharge mower, mow in
a clockwise direction with a small
cverlap to collect the clippings on the
n"pass.
•Pon. " in cloth grass catchers can
becon, filled with dirt and dust with use
and catc. ers will collect less grass. To
prevent thi_-, regularly hose catcher off
with water ar:d 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.
MULCHING MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: Forbest parformance, keep
mower housing free of built-upgrass and
trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE
section of this manual.
• The special mulching blade willrecut the
grass clippings many times and reduce
them in size so that as they fallonto the
lawn they will disperse into the grass and
not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will
biodegrade quickly to prov'Kle 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 dumps and interferes
with the mulching action. The best time to
mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this
time the grass has dried and the newly cut
area will not be exposed to the direct sun.
• For best results, adjust the lawn mower
cuttingheight so that the lawn mower cuts
off only the top one-thirdof the grass blades.
If the lawn is overgrown it willbe necessary
to raise the heightof cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloadingthe
engine and leavingclumps of mulched
grass. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your wk:lthof cut by overlapping
previouslycut 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 doing asecond cut, mow
across or parpendlcular to the firstcut 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.
,,_ ; Max. 113
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MAINTENANCESCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check for Loose Fasteners
Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher "W W
M!Clean Lawn Mower
O Clean Under Drive Cover
(power-Propelted Mowers) it/
Check drive belt/pulleys
E (Power-Propelled Mowers) it/
ChecldSharpen/Repleca Blade I_
Lubrication Chart b/ b#'
Clean Battery/Recharge
(Electric Start Mowers) IV/ 1_4
ECheck Engine Oil Level IV/!
N ChangeEngineOlt _/1 _.
GClean Air Filter it/2
I Inspect Muffler
NClean or Replace Spark Plug
EReplace Air Filter Paper Cartridge t/2
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy loado_ in highambient temperabJres.
2- _ more olten when operating in dirty or dusty condi_.
3 - Replace blade= more often when mowing in sandysoil.
4oCharge 48 hours at er=dof season.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain mower as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments wiil need to be made
periodically to 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,
replace air filter element and check
blade for wear. Anew spark plug and
clean/new air filter element assures
proper air-fuel mixture and helps your
engine run better and last longer.
•Follow the maintenance schedule in this
manual.
BEFORE EACH USE
•Check engine oil level.
•Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-
TION CHART").
SERVICE DATES
LUBRICATION CHART
__ _ _ Wheel Adjuster
(_) Engineoil
--f
(_ Rear door
(_) Handle bracket hinge
mountingpin
(_) Spay lubricant
(_) Refer to MAINTENANCE "ENGINE"
section.
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease
plastic wheel bearings. Viscous lubdcants
will attract dust and dirt that will shorten
the life of the self lubdcating bearings. If
you feel they must be lubricated, use only
a dry, powdered graphite type lubdcant
sparingly.
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RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NUMBER 917,377553
;ERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
HORSEPOWER: 6,0
DISPLACEMENT: 11.6 CU. IN.
GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6QUARTS
UNLEADED REGULAR
OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.
SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPIONR J19LM OR J19LM
VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .005" -.007"
EXHAUST: .007" -.009"
SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP: .010 IN.
BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.
•The model and serial numbers will be found on adecal 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 counter-
clockwise. Use a 9/16" box or open-end
wrench.
•Remove blade and attaching hardware
(bolt, lock washer and hardened
washer).
NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and
check the key inside hub of blade adapter.
The key must be in good condition to work
properly. Replace adapter if damaged.
TO REPLACE BLADE
• 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.
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•The recommended tightening torque is
35-40 ft. Ibs.
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
treated.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-
ing 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.
Crank-
Blade shaft
adaFter keyway
Blade Key_--_
Blade \ _1_:_ _-._ II°rank
-,haft
Lockwa,her /-- ',,'/ _'
Hal'den_:l ilillng Blade
washer edge adapter
GRASS CATCHER
•The grass catcher may be hosed with
water, but must be dry when used.
•Check your grass catcher often for
da_nage or deterioration. Through
normal use it will wear. If catcher needs
replacing, replace only with a manufac-
turer approved replacement catcher.
Give the lawn mower model number
when ordering.
DRIVE WHEELS
Check front drive wheels each time before
you mow to be sure they move freely.
The wheels not 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.
GEAR CASE
•To keep your drive system working
propedy, the gear case and area around
the drive should be kept clean and free
of trash build-up. Clean under the drive
cover twice a season.
•The gear case is filled with lubricant to
the proper level at the factory. The only
time the lubricant needs attention is if
service has been performed on the gear
case.
• If lubricant is required, use only Texaco
Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No.
750369. Do not substitute.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with
API service classificationSF, SG or SH.
Select the oirs SAE viscosity grade according
to your expected operatingtemperature.
SAE VISCOSIrf GRADES
-2_
.30- .io- 6" 20'
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTIQPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
NOTE: Although multi-viscosityoils (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 possibleengine damage from running
low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operationor at least once a year ifthe lawn
mower is notused for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting
the engine and after each five (5) hours of
continuoususe. 13ghten oil plug securely each
time you check the oil level.
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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
sudace.
•"rip lawn mower on its side as shown and
drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn
mower back end forth to remove any
trapped inside of engine.
•Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower end
on side of engine.
•Fillengine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line
on the dipst'_(,.DO NOT overfill.
• 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.
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER
• Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.
•Carefully remove cartridge.
•Clean by gently tapping on a flat
surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge.
_,CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
cartridge. _They may cause detedoration of
the cartridge. Do not oil cartddge. Do not
use pressurized air to clean,or dry
cartridge.
• Install cartridge, then replace cover
making sure the tabs are aligned with
Slots
Back
tabs
Cartridge Cover
the slots in the back plate. Fasten
screw securely.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARKPLUG
Change your spark plug each yearto make
your engine start easier and run better. Set
spark plug gap at .030 inch.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
mower housingfree of built-upgrass and
trash. Clean the underside of your mower after
each use.
_,CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where itcannot
come in contact with the spark plug.
•Turn lawn mower on its skJe.Make sure air
filter end carburetor are up. Clean the
underside of your lawn mower by scraping
to remove buildupof grass end trash.
•Clean engine oftento 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 do not recommend using a garden
hose to dean lawn mower unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filterand
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened
engine life.
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Clean under drive coverat least twice a
season. Scrape underside of cover with putty
knifeor similartool to remove any buildup of
trash or grass on undersideof drive cover.
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ACAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING
ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
•Release control bar and stop engine.
•Make sure the blade and all moving
parts have completely stopped.
•Disconnect spark plug wire from
spark plug and place where it cannot
come in contact with plug.
LAWN MOWER
TO ADJUST CUTrlNG HEIGHT
See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in
the Operation section of this manual.
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the
rear wheels of your lawn mower, is
provided to minimize the possibility that
objects will be thrown out the rear of the
lawn mower into the operator's mowing
position. If the rear deflector becomes
damaged, it should be replaced.
TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT
• Remove drive cover. Remove belt by
pushing down on gear case pulley and
roiling 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.
cover
•TO change from medium lowto 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 handte:
• Remove the starter rope guide from the
upper handle.
•Remove hairpincotters.
• Disconnect the lower handle from the
handle brackets.
• Turn the handle over and reassemble the
hairpin cotters that have been removed.
• Reassemble the starter rope guide.
• Reassemble the controls and the operator
,Apresence control bar to the upper handle.
CAUTION: The operator presence
control bar must pivot freely to permit
blade brake engagement when control bar
is released. Do not over tighten the
fasteners holding the controls to the upper
handle.
• To change from medium low to high
position only the upper handle section
will have to be turned over.
•To change from medium low to low
position, only the lower handle section
will have to be turned over.
Shippingposition
Medium low Medium high
Push
down
TO ADJUST 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.
High Low
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Lower handle
ouoozo,o\k r
rem_
Hairpincotter
Landle
Ibracket
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 the engine is running too fast
or too slow, take your lawn mower to an
authorized service center for repair and
adjustment.
CARBURETOR
Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your
engine does not operate propedy 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
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can 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.
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.
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
clean, dry area.
• Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEAN-
ING" 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
moving parts for damage, breakage and
wear. Replace if necessary.
•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
HANDLE
You can fold your lawn mower handle for
storage.
•Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower
handle toward each other until the lower
handle clears 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
Handle
Squeeze to fold
Operator presencecontrolbar
Upper Handle
Foldforward
for storage
Lower handle
Hairpincotter
Fold
backward
Mowing
position
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ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential fuel
system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also,
experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage.
• Drain the fuel tank.
•Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• 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 carbure-
tor. 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).
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.
_,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.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM
Does not start
CAUSE
• Dirty air filter.
•Out of fuel.
•Stale fuel.
•Water in fuel.
•Spark plug wire is
disconnected.
•Bad spark plug.
•Loose blade or broken blade
adapter.
•Controlbar inreleased
position.
•Controlbar defective.
CORRECTION
•ClearVreplaceair filter.
•Fillfuel tank.
•Drain tank and refillwith
fresh dean fuel.
•Drain fuel tank and
carburetorand refilltank
with freshgasoline.
•Connect wire to plug.
•Replace spark plug.
•tighten blade bolt or
replacebladeadapter.
•Depress controlbar to
handle.
•Replace controlbar.
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PROBLEM
Loss of power
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
CAUSE
•Rear of lawn mower housing
orcuttingblade dragging
in heavy grass.
•Cutting too much grass.
Poor cut- uneven
Excessive
vibration
Starter rope hard
to pull
Grass catcher
not filling (if so
equipped)
Hardtopush
• Dirtyairfiiter.
• Buildupofgrass,leaves,
andtrashundermower
•Toomuchoilinengine.
•Walldngspeedtoofast.
•Worn, bent or loose blade.
•Wheel heights uneven.
• Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
•Wom, bent or loose blade.
•Bent engine crankshaft.
•Engine flywhe_ brake is on
when controlbar is released.
•Bent engine crankshaft
• Bade adapter brokan.
• Blade dragging in grass.
• Cutting heighttoo low.
•Uft on blade worn off.
•Catcher not venting air.
•Grass istoo high orwheel
height is tOOlow.
•Rearof lawn mower
housing or blade dragging
in grass.
•Grass catcher too full.
•Handle height positionnot
rightfor you.
CORRECTION
•Setto"HigherCut"
position.
•Set to "Higher Cut"
pos'_on.
• C_an/replace airfiiter.
•Clean underside of mower
housing.
•Check oil level.
•Cut at slower walking
speed.
•Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolL
• Set all wheels at same
height
• Clean underside of
mower housing.
•Replaceblade.T_hten
bladebolt.
•Contactanauthorized
servicecenter.
•Depresscontrolbarto
upperhandlebefore
pollingstarterrope.
•Contactan authorized
servicecenter.
•Replasebladeedapter.
•Movelawnmowertocut
grassorto hardsurface
tostartengine.
•Raise cuttingheight.
•Replace blade.
•Clean grass catcher.
•Raise cuttingheight.
•Raise rear of lawn mower
housing one (1) setting
higher.
•Empty grass catcher.
•Adjusthandle heightto
suit.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - -MODEL NO. 917.377553
GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511
1
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17
KEY
NO.
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
PART
NO.
17490416
137055X004
137053
57072
48373
77881
t 37051
137074
KEY PART
DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 10 57079 Hardened Washer
-t-1/4 11 131484 Clutch Yoke
Engagement Bracket 12 700343 Bushing
Shifter 13 86447 Plug
Seal 14 137050 Helk_al Gear
Gear Case Halves Kit 15 750436X Clutch Jaw
(Includes Key Nos. 4, 5, 16 750369 Grease
and 7) 17 12000003 E-Ring
Bearing 18 850848 Hi-Pro Key
Worm Shaft 19 81585X004 Spring Bracket
Drive Shaft
NOTE: All component dimensions given
in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377553
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 165451X479
2 162788
4 150425
5 66426
6 136376
8 145793
9 151023
10 128415
11 150050
12 STD512505
13 151440
14 156374X479
15 700365X479
15 133190X479
17 140661X479
18 63601
20 140540
22 84596
23 87677
25 83923
27 151138
28 142748
29 61651
30 750913X004
31 701037
32 700331X004
34 146630
35 700325X007
37 150078
39 161814X479
40 161812X479
KEY PART
DESCRIP_ON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
41 150406
UpperHandle 44 161769
EngineZone ControlCable 46 851514
MulpherPlug 47 157101
Wire Tie 48 851074
Handle Knob 49 850263
ControlBar 50 851084
Rear Door Kit 51 165548
Pop Rivet 52 85463
Self TappingScrew #10-24 x 5/8 55 751592
Hex TappingScrew w/Seres 1/4-20 x 1/2 56 88652
Hubcap 57 51793
Back Plate 58 157081X479
Side Baffle 59 131959
DischargeBaffle 61 132001
Rear Baffle 62 134612
Keps Locknut1/4-20 64 ......
Rear Skirt
Engine Pulley 65 74760612
Hi-ProKey #505 66 751592
Hex FlangeNut 67 88348
Wheel 68 57143
ShoulderBolt 3/8-16 x 1 36 161058
BallevilleWasher --166078
Hex Head Thread RollingScrew 3/8-16 x 1-I/8
LawnMower Housing(Incl. Key #14, 15, 51 &
Blade Adapter
Blade22"
HardenedWasher
HelicalWasher 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8
Hex Head MachineScrew 3/8-24 x1-3/8 Gr. 8
FrontBaffleKit
Danger Decal
Locknut 3/8-16
HingeScrew 1/4-20x 1-1/4
Hairpin Cotler
Lower Handle
Handle Bolt
Rope Guide
DebrisShield
Engine - (See Breakdown)
Briggs12H802
Bolt
Nut
Washer
Wave Washer
WarningDecal (Not Shown)
Owner'sManual (English/Spanish)
AxleArmAssembly
SelectorKnob Availableaccessoriesnot includedwithlawn mower:
SelectorSpdng -. 71 33303 ClippingDeflector
Spacer -. 71 33623 Gas Can (2.5 gal.)
Wheel AdjustingBracket -. 71 33500 Fuel Stabilizer
Thread CuttingScrew w/Sems 5/16-18 x 3/4 . - 71 33300 SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)
Handle BracketAssembly(Left) - - 71 33417 DustShield
Handle BracketAssembly(Right) -. 71 33316 MowerCover

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377553
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377553
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KEY
NO.
1
3
4
5
6
8
9
11
12
13
14
15
16
18
26
28
•31
PART
NO.
145755
751152
158755
146527
150495
150182
145212
150340
12000058
137054
88080
88118
67725
701037
143603
154990
132010
DESCRIPTION
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
32 137052
ControlCable Assembly 35 151521
Locknut#10-24
Pan Head MachineScrew 114x 2.12 36 702511
V-Belt 37 137090
Spdng Retainer 38 63601
Hubcap 40 75192
Flanged Nut 41 151520
Wheel & Tire Assembly
E-Ring 53 144747
Pinion 54 166070
DustCover 55 86012
Felt Washer 57 144748
Washer 1/2 x 1.1/2 x .134
SelectorKnob
Pan Head TappingScrew #10-24
DriveCover
Hex FlangeNut
Drive Pulley
Wheel Adjuster
Assembly(Left)
Gear Case AssemblyKit
Spring
Locknut
Spring
Wheel Adjuster
Assembly(Right)
Frame Throat
GrassbagAssembly
DriveshaftCover
Frame Tube

BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON MODEL NO. 12H802
4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2675-E1
843
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124
969
967
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_634
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968
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606
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163
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4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2675-E1
0615 _40
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33
572
307
4s_
'-7
284'
_47
22
383
3O6
307 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS
TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802
TYPE NO. 2675-E1
4-CYCLE ENGINE
_) 670A _3
358 GASKET SET
110
_634 617
977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET
20 524 (_
1095 VALVE OVEIRHAUL
GASKET SET
I
104 110 127
134 °
817 634
121 CARBURETOR KIT
67OA
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BRIGGS & STRATrON MODEL NO. 12H802
4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2675-E1
930
334
It
3o_
I_ 456
455
11036 LABEL KIT- EMISSION I
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BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON MODEL NO. 12H802
4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2675-E1
KEY PART
NO. NO,
1 493260
2 399269
3 299819
4 493279
5 214368
7 272916
8 498786
9 272481
9A 272238
10 94650
11 231933
12 272198
13 94547
15 94720
16 498565
94388
20 399781
22 94220
94612
23 492177
24 222698
25 499429
26 499425
27 263190
28 499423
29 499424
32 94699
33 262651
34 262652
35 262224
40 93312
45 262204
46 498275
DESCRIPTION KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON
Cylinder Assembly 47 493737
Bushing, Cylinder 51 272199
•Seal, Oil 54 94526
Sump, Engine 55 4974420
Head, Cylinder 56 498144
.... Gasket, Cylinder Head 58 280399
Breather Assembly
.... Gasket, Valve Cover 60 281434
* Gasket, Baffle Plate 65 94696
Screw, Hex Head 81 223664
Tube, Breather 95 94098
•Gasket, Crankcase 104 231371
Screw, Cylinder Head 110 - - -
Plug, Oil Drain
Crankshaft 117 494870
Timing Gear Key 121 498260
* Seal, Oil 124 94525
Screw, Hex Head
Screw, Hex Head 125 498170
(Used in Hole Nearest 127 - - -
Breather)
Flywheel 130 224908
Key, Flywheel 131 493267
Piston Assembly, 133 398187
Standard Size 134 398188
Ring Set, Piston,
Standard Size 137 - - -
Lock, Piston Pin
Pin, Piston, Standard 163 272653
Size 187 492790
Rod, Connecting 188 398540
Screw, Connecting ROd 188A 94644
Valve, Exhaust 202 262579
Valve, Intake 209 263044
Spring, Valve
Retainer, Valve Spdng
Tappet, Valve
Gear, Cam "*
NOTE:
Slinger, Oil
•Gasket, Intake Elbow
Screw, Hex Head
Housing, Rewind Starter
Pulley, Rewind Starter
Rope, Rewind Starter
(CotTo88-5/8")
Grip, Starter Rope
Screw, Phillips
Lock, Muffler Screw
Screw, Round Head
** Pin, Float Hinge
*** Gasket, Sealing (Sold in
Kit Only)
Jet, Main
Carburetor Kit
Screw, Carburetor
Mounting
Carburetor
"• Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit
Only)
Valve, Throttle
Shaft, Throttle
Roat, Carburetor
Valve, Inlet (Includas
Seat)
"** Gasket, Bowl (Sold in Kit
Only)
• Gasket, Air Cleaner
Hose, Fuel
Screw, Hax Head
Screw, Has Head
Link, Governor
Spring, Governor
Includedin Gasket Set (497316)
thduded in Carburetor Kit (498260)
Includedin bothCarburetorKit (498260),
and CarburetorGasket Set (498261)
Includedin bothGasket Set (497316),
and Valve overhaul Gasket Set (498528).
Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches
1 inch= 25A mm
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BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802
4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2675-E1
KEY PART
NO. NO.
227 492349
230 67072
258 94512
284 94511
300 497838
304 493293
305 94744
306 224324
307 94515
332 94877
333 802574
334 94731
337 802592
356 497833
358 497316
363 19069
383 89838
387 496115
455 225121
466 281503
459 281505
461 94943
515 263073
523 495264
524 280393
525 495265
529 281299
562 94852
572 224328
592 231082
601 93053
606 224815
608 497680
Includes:
94904
949O8
613 94231
615 94474
616 263175
617 270344
620 499135
621 396847
625 497465
DESCRIPTION
Lever, Governor
Washer, Thrust
Screw, Hex Head
Screw. Hex Head
Muffler, Exhaust
Housing, Blower
Screw, Sems
Shield, Cylinder
Screw, Hex Head
Nut, Flywheel
Armature, Magneto
Screw, Sems
Plug, Spark
Wire, Ground
Gasket Set
Puller. Flywheel
Wrench, Spark Plug
Primer, Carburetor
Cup, Starter
Retainer, Starter
Pawl, Rachet
Screw, Shoulder
Spring, Retainer
Cap, Oil Filler
"Seal, Filler Tube
Tube, Oil Fill
Grommet
Bolt, Governor Lever
Baffle, Cylinder
Nut, Hex
Clamp, Hose
Strap, Bracket
Starter, Rewind
Screw, Hex
NuL Hex
Screw, Hex Head
Fastener
Crank, Governor
*** Seal, Intake Elbow
Bracket, Carburetor
Switch, Stop
Tube, Fuel Intake
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
634 - - - *** Washer, Shaft (Sold in
Kit Only)
635 66538 Elbow, Spark Plug
670 280512 Spacer, Fuel Tank
670A 493823 " Spacer, Bracket
741 262598 Gear, "riming
842 280966 "Seal, O-Ring
843 272616 Sleeve, Lever
847 495263 Tube Assembly, Oil
851 493880 Terminal, Ignition Cable
869 213512 Seal Intake Valve
870 213513 Seat, Exhaust Valve
871 262001 Guide, Exhaust Valve
63709 Guide, Intake Valve
922 262640 Spdng, Brake
923 493442 Brake Assembly
930 497233 Guard, Finger
957 397974 Cap, Fuel Tank
966 496116 Base. Air Cleaner
967 491588 Filter, Air
968 281340 Cover, Air Cleaner
969 94872 Screw, Hex Head
971 94873 Screw, Hex Head
971A 94749 Screw, Hex Head
972 495224 Tank, Fuel
975 493640 Bowl, Float
977 498261 Gasket Set, Carburetor
1036 499341 Label Kit. Emission
1095 498258 Gasket Set, Valve
Overhaul
2500 123802-2915 Replacement Engine
498826 Replacement Shortblnck
RPM Settings: Low: 1900-2100; High:
3000-3200
Includedin Gasket Set (497316)
*" Includedin CarburetorKit (498260)
*** Includedin bothCarburetorKit (498260),
and CarburetorGasket Set (498261)
"" Includedin bothGasket Set (497316),
and Valve dverhaulGasket Set (498528).
NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches
1 inch= 25.4 mm
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SERVICE NOTES
46

SERVICE NOTES
47

For the repair or replacement parts you need
delivered directly to your home
Call 7 am - 7 pm, 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 a
domicilio - 1-800-676-5811
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 service or ordering
parts, always provide the following
information:
•Product Type =Part Number
• Model Number •Part Description
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