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Owner's Manual

(:RAFTSMAN+
6.5 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.377562

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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
EspaSol
Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Warranty
Safety Rules
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance

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6
10
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Product Specifications
Service and Adjustments
Storage
Troubleshooting
Repair Parts
Parts Ordering

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t6
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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 wil! repatr 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 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

TRAINING:

lurer. Use of such attachments may be
hazardous.
, The blade turns when the engine is
running.

• Read this operator's manual carefully.
Become familiar with the controls and
know how to operate your mower
properly. Learn how to quickly stop

PREPARATION:

mower,

" 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 iniuryo
• Always wear safety glasses or eye
shietds when starling and while using
your mower.
• Dress properly. Do not operate mower
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear only solid shoes with good traclion
when mowing.
• Check fuel tank before starting engine.
Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the
engine is running or when the engine is

• Do not allow children to use your mower.
Never allow adults to use mower without
proper instructions,
o Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, especially small children and
pels.
• Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as descnbed 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 manufac2

hot.Allowtheenginetocoolforseveral
minutesbeforefillingthegastank.Ctean
off any spilled gasoline before stading 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
lighL
OPERATION:
° Keep your eyes and mind on your mower
and the area befng 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
o Do net 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 govemor settings or
overspeed the engine. Engine damage or
personal injury may result.
• Do not operate your mower if it vibrates
abnorma!ly. 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_
sivety 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
tighlened properly,
, 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 detedoralion and wear and replace worn bags
Use only replacement bags that are
recommended by and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of your
mower.
- Always keep a sharp blade on your
mower.
o Allow engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
o Never store mower with fuel in lhe 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, elc.
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.

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced° They are also
available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order
repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower_ Some of these
accessories may not apply to your lawn mowe_:.
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
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FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

, MULCHER KITS

GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS

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GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER

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MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS

BELTS

BLADES

A!RFILTERS

BLADE ADAPTERS

Read these instruc_ns and this manual in its
entirety before you attempt to assemble or
operate your new lawn mower° Your new lawn
mower has been assembled at the factory with
the exception of those parts left unassembled
for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts,
washers, bolts, etc°, necessary to cemptete the
assembly have been placed in the parts bag:
To ensure safe and proper operation of your
fawn mower, all paris and hardware you
assemble must be tightened securely_ Use the
correct tools as necessary to ensure proper
tightness.
TO REMOVE
CARTON

LAWN MOWER

FROM

• Remove Ioose parts included with mower.
• Cut down two end comers of carton and lay
end panet down fiat.
• Remove at_packing materials except
padding between upper and lower handle
and padding holding operator presence
control bar to upper handle.

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SPARKPLUGS

WHEELS

ENGINE OIL

• Roll lawn mower out of carton and check
carton thoroughly for additional loose parts_
HOW TO SET UP YOUR
MOWER

LAWN

TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handles 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
hand{e section into place on lower handte
and tighten both handle knobs.
• 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 A_ustment
section of this manual.

NOTE: For shipping purposes, the rear
wheels on your lawn mower are not
adjusted to the same position as the front
wheels. Before operating mower adjust
all wheels to the same cutting height
pos_ono
Operalor presence

contrel bar

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Yourlawn mower was shipped readyto be
used as a mutcher. To convert to bagging or
discharging:
° Open rear door and remove mulcher plug,,

Store mulcherplug in a safe place.
• You can now install catcher or optional
dipping deflector,

, To retum to mulchingoperation,install
mulcher plug into discharge opening of
mower. Be sure all tabs are seated
properly.

Uppper handle
Lift up

Mowing
position

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Mutcher plug __
Lowerhandle

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
wi_out mufcher plug in place or approved
dipping deflector or grass catcher in
place. Never attempt to operate the lawn
mower with the rear door removed or
propped open.

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustralions with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself
with the location of various controls and adjustments°
Save this manual for future
reference,
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Engine zone control cable
presence control bar
Drive control lever

Srarler

handle

Handle knob
Grass catcher

Gasoline cap

Muleher plug

Housing
Drive cover

Engine oi! cap wtdipstick

Wheel adjuster
(on each wheel)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY'REQUiREMENTS

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Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American
National Standards Institute and the tJ.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade
turns when the engine is running.
Operator presence control bar-

m,;"st''_""" ..... Starter handle - used for starting the engine,
held down to the handte to start the engine,
Drive control lever- used to engage powerpropelled forward motion of lawn mower.
Release to stop the engine_
Primer - pumps additional fuel from the
Mulcher plug - must be removed to convert to
bagging or discharging operation..
carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting
a cold engine.

Theoperationof anylawnmowercan
resultin foreignobjectsthrownintothe
eyes,whichcan resultin severe eye
damage. Always wear safety glasses or
eye shields while operating your lawn
mower or performing any adjustments or
repairs. We recommend a wide vision
safety mask over the spectacles or
standard safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

Piate Tab
Lower Wheets for High Cut

Lever
Raise Wheels for Low Cut

TO ATTACH

GRASS CATCHER

The engine speed was set at the factory
for optimum performance_ Speed is not
adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

o Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed
while operating lawn mower.
,, Uft the rear door on the mower housing and
place the grass catcher frame onto the
formed tabs on the rear door hinge brackeL
• The grass catcher is secured to the lawn
mower housing when the rear door is
lowered onto the grass catcher frame.
CAUTION:
Do not run your lawn mower
without clipping deflector or approved
grass catcher in place, Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear door
removed or propped open.

CAUTION;
Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this
lawn mower in order to minimize the risk

Hinge
bracket

CAUTION:
Do not run your lawn mower
without mulcher plate in place and door
closed or without an approved clipping
deflector or grasscatcher in place. Never
attempt to operate the lawn mower with
the rear door removed or propped epen_
ENGINE SPEED

of blade contact injury. Do not under any
circumstances
attempt to defeat the
funclJon of the operator control. The blade
tums when the engine is nmning.
, 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 CUTTING HEIGHT
• Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels
for high cut,
- Adjust cutting height to suit your require.
ments. 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.

Rear door

Formed
tabs
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
• To remove grass catcher, release operator
presence control bar to stop engine,
, Uft up rear door and remove the grass
catcher by the handle.
o Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will
cause unnecessary wear.

DRIVECONTROL
° Self-propelling
is controlledby holding
theoperatorpresencecontrolbar down
to thehandleandpushingthe drive
controlleverforwarduntilit clicks;then
releasethe lever_
• Forwardmotionwill stopwhenthe
operatorpresencecontrolbar is
released,To stopforwardmotion
withoutstoppingengine, 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
turning comers, push down on handle
and lift front wheels off ground while
turning lawn mower.
Operator

presence

control bar

ADD GASOUNE
,, Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
oc'u_qe. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used
within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
IMPORTANT: When operating in
temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,
clean winter grade gasoline to help insure
good cold weather starting°
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid
engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it
run until the fuet lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season, See
Storage lnstrl._clJonsfor additional infon'nation°
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

To engage
control

drive

Drive control
desengaged

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
OIL
Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the
engine,
• Be sure mower is level and area around oil
fill is clean.
° Remove engine oil cap widipstiok and fil! to
the full line on the dipstick.
,, Use 20 ozs, of oil. For type and grade of oil
to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance
sec_Jonof this manual.
° Pour of! slowly. Do not over fill.
• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if
needed, Fill to ful! 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.

CAUTION:
Fill to bottom of gas tank filler
neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled
oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use
gasoline near an open flame.
Engine oil cap w/
dipstick

Gasoline filler cap

TO START ENGINE
, To start a cold engine, push primer five (5)
times before trying to start. Use a firm push.
This step is not usually necessary when
starting an engine which has already run for
a few minutes°
• 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: Incoolerweatherit maybe
necessaryto repeatprimingsteps. In
wanTlerweatheroverpdmingmaycause
floodingandenginewillnot start. If you
do floodengine,waita few minutesbefore
attemptingtostartanddo not repeat
primingsteps.
MOWING

TIPS

• Under cedain conditions, such as very tall
grass, it may be necessary to raise the
height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to
keep from overloading the engine and
leaving clumps of grass clippings.
- For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut and raise the rear of the lawn
mower housing one (1) wheel adjuster
setting higher than the front for better
discharge of grass,
• When using a rear discharge lawn mower in
moist, heavy grass, clumps of cut grass
may not enter the grass catcher° Reduce
ground speed (j:_Jshing speed) and/or run
the lawn mower over the area a second
time,
°ff a trail of grass clippings is left on _e dght
side of a rear discharge lawn mower, mow
in a clockwise direction with a small ovedap
to collect the clippings on the next pass.
- Keep top of engine around starter clear and
clean of grass clippings and chaff. This w_ll
help engine air flow and extend engine life.
° Pores in cloth grass catchers can become
filled with dirt and dust with use and
catchers will collect less grass. To prevent
this, regularly hose catchers off with water
and let dry before using.

Max 1/3

MULCHING

MOWING

TIPS

IMPORTANT_ For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. See"Cleaning" in Maintenance section
o! this manual.
° The special mulching blade will recur 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 dumps and interferes
with the mulching action. The best time to
mow your lawn is the eady affemoon_ At
this time the grass has dried and the newly
cut area will not be exposed to the direct
sun.
• For best results, adjust the lawn mower
cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts
off only the top one*third of the grass blades.
If the lawn is overgrown it will be necessary
to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of mulched
grass. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut by overlapping
previously cut path and mow slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass conditions
may require that an area be mulched a
second time to comp{etely 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.

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CleerJInspect
Check for Loose
Gr_l.ssCalchar
Fasteners

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IO Clean Under Onve Cover
(Power-Propel_d
Mowers)
Check drive belt/pulleys
ChecldSharperdReplace

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Blade

Lubdcatlon Chart
F'Claan Battery/Recharge

(Eiecl_ StartMowers)

Air._
clean

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RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
lull value from the warranty, operator must
maintain mower as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to propedy maintain your uniL
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. A hew 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 eli level
• Check for loose fasteners,
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well I_bt_cated (See "LUBRICAT!ON CHART'),

LUBRICATION

CHART

Wheel

adjuster
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Handle bracket
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Spray lubricant

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Maintenance 'ENGINE"

section

IMPORTANT: Do not oi! or grease plastic
wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract
dust and dirt that will shoden the life of the self
lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite
1otypelubricanl sparingly_

PRODUCT
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SPECIFICATIONS

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MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL

g 17.377562

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE
HORSEPOWER:

6.5

DISPLACEMENT:

12_56 CU

GASOLINE

CAPACITY!

TYPE:

1,25 QUARTS
UNLEADED

OIL'TYPE

IN,

(API-SF/SG/SH):

REGULAR

SAE 30 (ABOVE

32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY:
SPARK PLUG(GAP:

20 OZS.
.030")

CHAMPION

VALVE CLEARANCE:

RJ19LM OR J19LM

INTAKE:

_004 - .008

EXHAUST:

,004-

.008

SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP:

.0125 IN.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE:
35-40 FT. LBS.
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the
lawn mower housing,Record
both serial number and date of purchase in space
provided above.
LAWN

MOWER

Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance.
TIRES
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
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.
° Tum lawn mower on its side. Make sure air
filter and carburetor are upo
• 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. Use a 9/I6 ° box or open-end
wrench.
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• 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 Bt,ADE
• Position the blade adapter on the engine
crankshaft. Be sure key in adapter and
crankshaft keyway are aligned.
° Position blade on the blade adapter aligning
the two (2) holes in the blade with the raised
lugs on the adapter,
° Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite
sharp edge) is up toward the engine,
• Install the blade bolt with the lock washer
and hardened washer into blade adapter
and crankshaft.
° Use block of wood between blade and lawn
mower housing and tighten the blade bolt,
turning clockwise.
• The recommended tightening torque is 3540 ft, Ibso
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
treated.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade
is batanced.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced, An unbalanced blade will
cause eventual

damage

to lawn mower or

engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file or
on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt to
sharpen while on the mower.
,' To check blade balance, drive a nail into a
beam or watt. 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.

, 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
properly, the gear case and area around
the drive should be kept clean and free
of trash build-up. Clean under the ddve
cover twice a season,
• The gear case is tilled with lubricant to
the proper level at the factory, ']he onty
time the lubricant needs attention is if
service has been performed on the gear
case

Blade

Crank shaft

ada

keyway

° if lubricant {s requ{red, use only Texaco
Starplex Premium ! Grease, Part No.
750355, Do not substitute,
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high qual_y detergentoil rated with
API service classification SF, SG, or SH.
Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade a_ordingto your expectedoperatingtemperature.

Blade

sAE VISCOSITY

GRADES

Crank
belt

shaft

Lock
washer

Blade
Hardened

edge

adapter

washer
GRASS CATCHER
- 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. tf catcher needs repladng, replace
only with a manufacturer approved
replacement catcher. Gfve the lawn mower
model number when ordering.

T_MP'ERATURE RANGE ,_T_;_PATED

BEFORE h'EXl OIL CHi_NG£

NOTE: Although mu_-viscosity
oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
cold weather, these multiMscosity
oils will
result in increased oil consumption when
used above 32°F Check your engine oi!
level more frequently to avoid possible
engine damage from running low on oil
Change after the first 25 hours of operation at
least once a year if the lawn mower is not used
for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting
the engine and after each frve (5) hours of
continuous use. Tighten oil plug securely each
time you check the oil level.

DRIVE WHEELS
Check front drive wheels each time before
you mow to be sure they move freely°
The wheels not turning freely means trash,
grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive wheel
area and must be cleaned to free drive
wheels°
If necessary to clean the drive wheels,
check both front wheels.
, Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and
washers.
• Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.

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 dean
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 oif
trapped inside of engine.
• V_,r_.i)e
off any spilled oil on lawn mower and
on side of engine.
• Flit engine with oil Fill only to the "FULL"
line on the dipstick. DO NOT overfill
,, Replace engine oil cap.
• Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

CAUTION:
Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean
carLfidge. -Pney may cause deterioration
of the cartridge, Do not oil cartrtdge_ Do
not use pressurized

air to dean or dry

cartridge
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage,
SPARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make
your engine start easier and run better: Set
spark plug gap at .030 inch.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash, Clean the underside of your mower after
each use,
CAUTION:
Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
• Turn lawn mower on its sider Make sure air
filter and carburetor are upo 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
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened
engine life,

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 FILZER
. Remove the air filter by turning clockwise 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 sloL
• Push in on cover and turn counterclockwise to tighten.
Collar
\
Clip

Turn
to
:temove

Slot
Air Filter

CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Clean under drive cover at least twice a
season° Scrape underside of cover wi_ putty
knife or similar toot to remove any build-up of
trash or grass on underside of drive cover.

Turn
Tab
Air Filter
Covar

Clockwise
to
Tighten
13

CAUTION:
BEFORE
PERFORMING
ANY SERVICE
OR ADJUSTMENTS:
Release control bar.
,'
Make sure the blade and all moving
parts have completely stopped,
*
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place where it cannot come
in contact with plug.,
LAWN MOWER
TO ADJUST Cb'I'TING HEIGHT
See "TOAD JUST 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 wilt 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 pu]iey and roll
belt off°
o 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,
o AM,ays use factory approved belt to assure
lit and long lifeo

Remove the starter rope guide from the
lower handle,

• Remove hairpin cotters.
• 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
presence 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 Me
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 tow to bw position,
only the lower handle section will have to be
tumed over.
Shipping position
Medium low

um high

Drive
cover

High

Belt

Low

Push
down

TO ADJUST HANDLE
Your lawn mower handle can be _sed 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,
° To change from medium low to medium
high position, the upper and lower handle
sections will have to be turned over.
• Remove cable dips.
• Remove the controls and operator presence
control bar from the upper handle.

Lower handle

Squeeze to
remove

Hairpin clip

Handle
bracket

Immedialely 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

.
peralor

presence

Fold !oward
lot storage

MOWER

When lawn mower is to be stored for a period
of lime, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt,
grease, leaves, etc Store in a clean, dry area.
* Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING"
in the Mainlenance 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 ff 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 louver
handle clears the handle bracket, lhen
move handle forward.
* Loosen upper handle mounling bolt's
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 amy damage lhe
control cables.
• When setUng up your handle from the
storage position, the lower handle will
automalically lock into the mowing position.

Upper
_ handle

,,"_J_"
"_ "I,
_.iSf
_,.... , _,

;i'l
Fola
Lower ...-__
handle

Mowing
position

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum
deposits from forming in essenlial fuel system
paris such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or
lank 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 syslem of an engine
while in storage,
o Drain the fue! lank.
• 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.
, Llse fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
altemative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix
raUo found on stabilizer cc_laJner. Run

Lower
handle

engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

Handle
bracket

Squeeze to Iold

,,
control par

the carburetor.
and carburetor

Hairpin
cotter

Do not drain the gas tank
if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with
dean engine elio (See "ENGINE" in the
MaintenarK::e section of this manual),
CYLINDER
• Remove spark plug,
, Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark
plug hole into cylinder,
• Purl 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,
• tf possJ_fe, store your unit indoors and cover
it to give protection from dust and dirt.
o Cover your unit with a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do not
use pl_"tic. Plastic cannot breathe which
albws condensation to form and will cause

yourunittorust,
IMPORTANI'; 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
PROBLEM
Does not start

CHART
CAUSE

CORRECTION

• Dirty air filter.
• Out of fuel,
• Stale fuel,

• Clean/replace air filter,
• Flit fuel tanl_
• Drain tank and refill with
fresh clean fuel.
• Drain fuel tank and
carburetor and refill tank

• Water in fuel,

with fresh gasoline.
• Spark ptug wire is
disconnected,

• Connect wire to plugo

• Bad spark plug,
• Loose blade or broken blade

• Replace spark ptug.
• Tighten blade bolt or
replace blade adapter.
• Depress control bar to
handle.

adapter.
• Control bar in released
position,
• Control bar defective,

Replace control bar,

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
Loss of power

CHART
CORRECTION

CAUSE
• Rear of lawn mower housing

• Set to "Higher Cut"
position.

or cutting blade dragging
in heavy grass.
o Cutting too much grass.

• Set to "Higher Cut"
position,
. Clear/replace air filler,
• Clean underside of mower

, Dirty air filter,
* Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.

housing.
• Check oil level.,

= Too much oil in engine.
Walldng speed too fast,

° Cut at slower walking
speed.

Poor cut - uneven

• Worn, bent or loose blade
, Wheel heights uneven,

height
•CIean underside of

- Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower

Excessive
vibration

• Replace blade, Tighten
blade boll.
• Set all wheels at same

mower housing_

- Worn, bent or loose blade
° Bent engine crankshafL

o Replace blade, ]ighten
blade bolt,
o Contact an authorized
service center,

,,,, _,JL_.

Starter rope hard
to pull

• Bent engine crankshaft,

o Depress control bar to
upper handle before
pulling starter rope,
. Contact an authorized

• Blade adapter broken.
,, Blade dragging in grass.

• Replace blade adapter,
,, Move fawn mower to ct_t

• Engine fly'Mleel brake is on
when control bar is released

service center,

grass or to hard surface
to slart engine.
. Raise cutting height,

not filling (if so

- Cutting height too low.
. Uft on blade worn oft.

equipped)

. Catcher not venting air.

• Replace blade.
• Clean grass catcher.

Hard to push

° Grass is too high or wheel

. Raise cutting height,

height is too low.
- Rear of lawn mower

• Raise rear of lawn mower

Grass catcher

housing or blade dragging
in grass.
° Grass catcher too _lL
• Handle height position not
right for you.
17

housing one (1) setting
higher.
° Empty grass catcher.
• Adjust handle height to
suit.

Garantla
Reales de Seguridad
Montaje
OperaciOn
Mantenimiento
Programa de Mantenimiento

18
18
20
22
26
26

Especificaciones
del Producto
Servicio y Adjustes
Almacenamiento
ldentificaci6n de pmblemas
Partes de repuesto
Orden de Partes

GARANT_

27
30
31
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