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Owner's Manual

r'RAFTSMAN

6.75 HORSEPOWER

22" REAR DISCHARGE

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.377990

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•. Maintenance

•Espahol

•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 website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11

Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 14

Assembly 4 Storage 16

Operation 6 Troubleshooting 17

Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 37

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, 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.

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 turns when the engine is

running.

PREPARATION:

• Always thoroughly check the area to be

mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,

wires, bones, and other foreign objects.

These objects will be thrown by the

blade and can cause severe injury.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields when starting and while using

your mower.

• Dress properly. Do not operate mower

when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Wear only solid shoes with good traction

when mowing.

•Chock 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.

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 dis-

charge opening at all times.

•Always stop the engine whenever you

leave or are not using your mower, or

before crossing driveways, walks, roads,

and any gravel--covered areas.

•Never direct discharge of material

toward bystanders nor allow anyone

near the mower while you are operating

it.

•Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing

your mower, stop the engine and make

absolutely sure the blade and all moving

parts have stopped. Then disconnect the

spark plug wire and keep it away from

the spark plug to prevent accidental

starting.

• Do not continue to run your mower if you

hit a foreign object. Follow the procedure

outlined above, then repair any damage

before restarting and operating you

mower.

•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.

•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 clown 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.

MAINTENANCEAND STORAGE:

•Check the blade and the engine

mounting bolts often to be sure they are

tightened properly.

• Check all bolts, nuts and screws at

frequent intervals for proper tightness to

be sure mower is in safe working

condition.

• 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 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_pLOOk for this to out

symbol point

ortant safety precautions. It means

GAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!t! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

AWARNING

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

These accassodes were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not

shipped with your mower. They ere also available at most Seers retail outlets and service

centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair partsfor 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

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHER KITS

_1 GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES

AIR F LTERS

BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructionsland 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 inthe engine.

Your new lawn mower has been assembled

at the factonl withthe exception of those parts

left unaasembled for shipping purposes. All

partssuch as nuts, washers, bolts,etc.,

necessary to complete the assembly have

been placed inthe parts beg. To ensure safe

and proper operation of your lawn mower, all

parts and hardware you assemble must be

tightened s_Jroly. Use the correct tools as

necessary to ensure proper tightness.

TOREMOVELAWNMOWERFROM

CARTON

• Remove loose parts included with mower.

•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 thoroughlyfor additional loose parts.

HOWTOSET'UPYOURLAWNMOWER

TOUNFOLDHANDLE

IMPORTANT:Unfoldhandlescarefullysoas

notto pinch or damage (_:)nVolcables.

•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.

•Remove handle padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle.

• Your lawn mower handlecan be adjusted

for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust

Handle" in the Service and Adjustment

section of this manual.

Operator presence

bar

Mowing

position

Lower handle

TO INSTAU. ATI'ACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or

discharging:

• Open rear door and remove mulcher plug.

Store mulcher plug in a safe plaoe.

•You can now installcatcher or optional

dipping deflector.

•To retum to mulching operation, install

mulchar p_j into discharge opening of

mower. Be sure all tabs are seated

proparly.

Mulcher plu

_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.

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 adiustments. Save this manual for future re_erence.

"ntesesymbols mayappear on your la_mmover orIn literaturesuppliedwiththe product._ _ u_

theremeaning.

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Engine zone control cable Operatorpresence controlbar

Drive control lever

Starter handle

Handle knob

Grass

Engineoil

Mulcher plug cap w/

Gasoline cap

Housing

cover

Primer

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE inthe engine. Wheel adjuster

(on each wheel)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conformto the safety standardsof the American

National Standards Instituteand the U.S, Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade

turns when the engine is running.

Operator presence corfa_l bar - must be

held down to the handle to start the engine.

Release to stop the engine.

Primer - pumps additionalfuel from the

carburetorto the cylinder for use when starting

a cold engine.

Starter handle -used for startingthe engine.

Drive control lever - used to engage power-

propelled forward motion of lawn mower.

Mulcher plug - must be removed to convert to

bagging or dischargingoperation.

The operation of any lawn

mower can result in foreign

objects thrown into the eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields

while operating your lawn mower or

performing any adjustments or repairs.

We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard, safety

glasses.

HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED

The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimum performance. Speed is not

adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

I_C.AUTION: 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 CUTTING HEIGHT

• Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut.

• Adjustcuttingheight to suit your require-

ments. Medium positionis best for most

lawns.

• To change cuttingheight, squeeze adjuster

lever toward wheel Move wheel up or

down to suityour requirements. Be sure all

wheels are in the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned

when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.

Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)

allow lever to be positioned between the

plate tabs.

Plate Tab

Lower Wheels for High Cut _,.,_,,_,

ever- "_: ;:_':

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

TO ATTACH GRASS cATCHER

•Close the I_ top lid. Lifttop lidmust be

dosed while operating lawn mower.

•Liftthe 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 housingwhen the rear door is

lowered onto the grass catcher fl"ame.

m_owCAUTION: Do not run your lawn

er 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

Rear door

Grass catcher

frame

Forme_

tabs

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

•To remove grass catcher, release operator

presence control bar to stop engine.

•Liftup rear door and remove the grass

catcher by the handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when

emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

DRIVE CONTROL

• Self-prepelling 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 self-

propelling.

•To keep drive control engaged when

turning corners, push down on handle

and lift front wheels off ground while

turning lawn mower.

Operatorpresence controlbar Drive

control

To engage drive Drive control

control disengaged

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 and fillto the full

line on the dipstick.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine

for accurate dipstick reading.

•Engine holds 27 ozs. of oil. For type and

grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in

Maintenance section of this manual.

•Pour oil slowly. Do notover fill

•Check oil level before each use. Addoilif

needed. Fillto full line on dipstick.

•To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap

each lime.

•Reinstall engine oil cap and _htan.

•Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may need

to change the oil more often under dusty,

dirty conditiorls.

ADO GASOUNE

•Fillfuel tank. Use fresh, dean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within30 days to assure fuel

freshness.

WARNING: Experience indicatesthat

elcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or me_an_ can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids duringstorage. Acidic gas

can damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage. To avoid engine problems,

the fuel system should be embed before

storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas

tank, start the engine and let itrun untilthe

fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use

fresh fuel next season. See Storage

Inskuc_ons for add_ information. Never

use engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage may

occur.

_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.

Gasolinefillercap Engineoil cap

TO START ENGINE

•TO start a cold engine, push pdmer three

(3) times before tryingto start. Use a firm

push. This step is not usuallynecessary

when starling an engine which has

aJreadyrun for afew minutes.

•Hold operator presence control bar down

to the handle and pull starter handle

quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap

beck.

•To stop engine, release operator presence

contral 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.

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 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 atrail of clippings is left on the right

side of a rear discharge mower, mow in

aclockwise direction with a small

overlap to collect the clippings on the

next pass.

• Pores in cloth grass catchers can

become filled with dirt and dust with use

and catchers will collect less grass. To

prevent this, regularly hose catcher off

with water and let dry before using.

•Keep top of engine around starter clear

and clean of grass clippings and chaff.

This will help engine air flow and extend

engine life.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housingfree of built-upgrass and

trash. See "Cleaning" in Maintenance section

of this manual.

•The special mulching blade will recutthe

grass clippingsmany times and reduce

them in size so that as they fall ontothe

lawn they will disperse intothe grass and

not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quicklyto provide nutrientsfor

the lawn. Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as thiswill providethe

best recuttingaction of the blades.

• Avoid cuttingyour lawn when it is wet. Wet

grass tends to form dumps and interferes

withthe mulchingaction. 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-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 overloadingthe

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 completely hide the

clippings. When doing a second cut, mow

across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattem 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 1/3

AS YOU COMPLETE __t_,_/t_,_ tK_'_r"-_"

REGULAR SERVICE f_._'_,_Z_'4y_'4_"O__._ _ERVICE DATES

Check for Loose Fasteners _ I_

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher V W W

M Clean Lawn Mower

O Clean Under Drive Cover(Power-Propelled Mowers) I_

Check drive belt/pulleys

RE (Power-Propelled Mowers)

Check!Sharpen/Replace Blade 3

Lubrication Chart

Clean Battery/Recharge

IElectric Start MowersI I_ I/'4

ECheck Engine Oil Level

NChange Engine Oil 1111.2

GClean Air Filter _ 2

I Inspect Muffler I_

aClean or Replace Spark Plug ¥,

E ReplaceAirFilterPaperCartridge Ij#'2

1 - Change more often when operating uPPera heavy lOad or Jnhigh ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in ditty or dusty conditions.

3 - Replace blades more oftenwhen mowing insandy soil

4 - Charge 48 hours at end of 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 will 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 ayear, replace the spark plug,

replace air filter element and check

blade for wear. A new spark plug and

clean/new air filter element assures

proper air-fuel mixture and helps your

engine run better and last longer.

•Follow the maintenance schedule in this

manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

•Check for loose fasteners.

LU BRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-

TION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) Wheel adjuster Engine oil

Rear door hinge

(_) Handle bracket mounting pin

(_) Spraylubricant

(_) Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" section.

IMPORTANT: Do notoil or grease plastic

wheel bearings.Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirtthat 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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NUMBER

_ERIALNUMBER

)ATE OF PURCHASE

HORSEPOWER:

GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE:

31LTYPE (API-SF/SG/SH)':

OIL CAPACITY:

SPARK PLUG/GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE:

917.377990

6.75

1.5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

27 OZS.

CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM

INTAKE: .004 -.008

EXHAUST: .004 - .008

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: .0125 IN.

3LADE 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 h0using.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above.

LAWN MOWT=R

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 awood 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.

•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.

• The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

IMPORTANT: Blade bott 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 afile

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 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 shaft

Blade keyway

Key

Blade

Crank

bolt shaft

Lock Blade

washer 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 willwear. ffcatcher needs replacing,

replace only with a manufacturer approved

replacement catcher. Give the lawn

mower model number when ordering.

DRIVE WHEELS

Check front drive wheels each time before

you mow to be sure they move freely.

The wheels not turning freely means

trash, grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive

wheel area and must be cleaned to free

drive wheels.

If necessary to clean the drive wheels,

check both front wheels.

•Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and

washers.

•Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.

•Remove any trash or grass cuttings

_om 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 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 classification SF, SG or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAEVISCOSITY GRADES

.=o'

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32°F. Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in

one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each five (5)

hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug

securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE 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.

•"13plawn 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 spilledoil on lawn mower and

on side of engine.

•Fillengine with oil. Fillonly to the "FULL"

line on the dipstick. DO NOT overfill.

•Replace engine oil cap.

•Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly and may

be damaged by using a dirty air filter.

Replace the air filter every year, more

often if you mow in very dusty, dirty

conditions. Do not wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER

•Loosen cover knob.

•Swing cover down and remove from

hinge.

•Pull paper filter out of air cleaner body.

•Clean air cleaner cover and body.

•Install anew paper filter.

•Reinstall cover to air cleaner body. Be

sure hinge is assembled properly.

• Swing cover up and tighten cover knob.

(Do not overtighten).

Air r cover

Paper filtei"

Cover knob

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 batter. 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.

wI_reCAUTION: Disconnect spark plug

from spark plug and place wire

where it cannot come in contact with the

spark plug.

•Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air

filter and carburetorare up, Clean the

underside of your lawn mower by scraping

to remove build-up of grass and trash.

•Clean engine often to keep bash from

accumulating. A dogged engine runs

hotter and shortens engine life.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of

ell gasoline, oil,stc.

•We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean lawn mower unless the

electricalsystem, 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 underdrive cover st least twice a

season. Scrape underside of cover with putty

Imife or similar tool to remove any build-upof

trash or grass on underside of drive cover.

_IILCAUTION: Before performing any

service and adjustments:

Release control bar and stop engine.

Make sure the blade and alLmoving

parts have completely stopped.

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST cu'n'ING HEIGHT

See 'qO ADJUST CLrl-rlNG HEIGHT" inthe

OperalJonsection of this manual.

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector,attached between the rear

wheals of your lawn mower, is provided to

minimize the possibilitythat objects will be

thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the

operators 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 roll

beit off,

• Turn lawn mower on its side with carbure-

tor and fuel cap up,

•Remove blade.

• Remove debris shield.

• Remove belt from engine pulley on

crankshaft.

• Install new belt by reversing above steps.

•/Mways use factory approved belt to assure

fit and long life. I,i

Drive _i' ik \

cover _ i /

oo" lti l

,,sh N' II

downJ L - lll

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.

•Turn 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.

Mowing Mowing

position ,'-_,' position

Low position High position

Rotate

Lower

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 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

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 authorzed

service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

• Insert leg of tubular frame through front

opening of grass catcher and thread

frame into sewn hem of bag.

NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the

straight leg of the tubular frame.

•When frame comes out the other end of

sewn hem, immediately work the end of

frame down inside the bag as shown in

inset.

• Slide sewn hem evenly around the

tubular frame until both ends of frame

are exposed out of the front opening.

• Assemble lower frame to tubular frame

as shown. Be sure handle is outside of

bag and frames are fully seated as

shown in inset.

• Slip vinyl bindings over frame.

NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold

them in warm water for a few minutes. If

bag gets wet, let it dry before using.

• Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed

while operating lawn mower.

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn

er without clipping deflector or

approved grass catcher in place. Never

attempt to operate the lawn mower with

the rear door removed or propped open.

Sewn

Tubularframe hem

Sewn hem Flip lid

Lower frame

Tubular frame

(Frames

must be

fully

seated)

Lower frame handle

immediately prepare your lawn mower for

storage atthe end of the season or ifthe unit

will not be used for 30 days or more,

LAWNMOWER

When lawn mower is to be stored for a period

of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt,

grease, leaves, etc. Store ina 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 manuai.

•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 tl'ansportation, be sure to fold the

handle as shown or you any damage the

control cables.

•When setting up your handle from the

storage posi'don, the lower handle will

automatically lock into the mowing position.

Lower

handle

Squeeze tofold

Hairpin

cotter

Handle

bracket

Upper

Operator presence control bar

\ _ handle

Fold foward ,_/;:'"'.

for storage •J

:" _' /Fod

':: :':' ":' _ backward

Lower Mowing

handle position

ENGINE

FUELSYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum

deposits from forming in essential fuel system

parts such as carburetor,f fuel filter, fuel hose

or tank duringstorage. Also, experience

indicates that alcohol blended fuels ( sailed

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and

forrnatlon 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 stabilizeris an acceptable

aitemative in minimizing the formation of fuel

gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer

to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes

after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to

reach the carburetor. Do not drain the.gas

tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with

clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" inthe

Maintenance section of this manual).

CYUNDER

•Remove spark plug.

•Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark

plug hole into cylinder.

•Pull starter handle slowtyafew times to

distribute oil.

•Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season to

another.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE CORRECTION

PROBLEM

Does notstad .1. Dirtyair filter.

2. Out of fuel

3. Stale fuel.

4. Water in fuel.

Loss of power

5. Spark plug wire is

disconnected.

6. Bad spark plug.

7. Loose blade or broken blade

adapter.

8. Control bar in released

posH_on.

9. Con_'olbardefec_ve.

1. Rear of lawn mower housi_

or cuffing blade dragging

in heavy grass.

2. Cutting too much grass.

3. Dirty air filter.

4. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

5. Too much oil in engine.

6. Walking speed too fast.

Poor cut - uneven 1. Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Wheel heights uneven.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash urger rnower.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can

startsto rust. Rust and/or dirt inyour

gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your unit indoorsand

cover itto give protectionfrom dust and dirt.

•Cover your unit with a suitable protective

cover that does not retain moisture. Do

not use plestJc. Plasticcannot bres_e

which allows condensation to form and will

cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while

engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.

_CAUTION: Never store the lawn

_-Swer 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.

Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fillfuel tank.

3. Drain tank and refillwith

fresh clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor and refilltank

with fresh gasoline.

5. Connect wire to plug.

6. Replace spark plug.

7. Tighten blade bolt or

replace blade adapter.

8. Depress control bar to

handle.

9. Replace control bar.

1. Set to "Higher Cut"

position.

2. Set to "Higher Cut"

position.

3. Cle_u't/replaceair filter.

4. Clean underside of mower

housing.

5. Check oillevel.

6. Cut at slower waildng

speed.

1. Replace blade. _ghten

blade bo_.

2. Set all wheais at same

height

3. Clean underside of

mower housing.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Excessive

vibration

Starterropehard

topull

Loss of drive

Grass catcher

not _llng (Ifss

equipped)

Hard to push

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

1. Engine flywheel brake is on

when control bar is released.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

1. Drive wheels not turning

with drive control engaged.

2. Belt not driving

1. Cutting height too low.

2. Uft on blade worn off.

3. Catcher not venting air.

1. Grass is too high or wheel

height is too low.

2. Rear of lawn mower

housing or blade dragging

in grass.

3. Grass catcher too full.

4. Handle height position not

right for you.

1. Replace blade. lighten

blade bolt.

2. Contact an authonzed

service center.

1. Depress control bar to

upper handle before

pulling starter rope.

2. Contact an authorized

service center.

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut

grass or to hard surface.

1. Adjust or replace drive control

cable.

2. Put belt on pulleys or

replace belts if broken.

1, Raise cutting height.

2, Replace blade,

3. Clean grass catcher.

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Raise rear of lawn mower

housing one (1) setting

higher.

3. Empty grass catcher.

4. Adjust handle height to

suit.

ROTARY LAWN MOWER - -MODEL NO. 917.377990

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

17490416

137055X004

137053

57072

48373

77881

137051

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON

Tapping Screw 1/4o20 x 9 137074 Drive Shaft

1-1/4 10 57079 Hardened Washer

Engagement Bracket 11 131484 Clutch Yoke

Shifter 12 7(30343 Bushing

Seal 13 86447 Plug

Gear Case Halves _t 14 137050 Helical Gear

(Includes Key Nos. 4, 15 750436X Clutch Jaw

and 7) 16 750369 Grease

Bearing 17 12000003 E-Ring

Worm Shaft 18 850848 Hi-Pro Key

19 81585X004 Spring Bracket

NOTE: All component dimensions given

in U.S. inches. 1inch =25.4 mm

ROTARYLAWNMOWERMODELNUMBER917.377990

10,

16 12

, 4

35 53

20 37

I22

52 51

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377990

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165452X479

2 158152

4150425

5 66426

6136376

8145793

9 151023

10 128415

11 150050

12 STD5125(_

13 63601

14 186374)(479

15 700365)(479

16 133190X479

17 140661)(479

20 140540

22 85543

23 87677

25 83923

27 151138

28 142748

"29 61651

30 750913X004

31 701037

32 700331X004

34 146630

35 750085X007

37 150078

38 88348

39 161814X479

40 161812X479

UpperHandle

EngineZoneControlCable

MulcherPlug

Wire'Re

HandleKnob

ControlBar

RearDoorKit

PopRivet

SerfTappingScrew #10-24 x 5/8

Rex TappingScrew w/Sems 1/4-20 x 1/2

Nut 1/4 -20

BackPlate

Side Baffle

DischargeBaffle

Rear Baffle

Reer Skirt

EnginePulley

Hi-ProKey #505

Hex Flange Nut

Wheel

ShoulderBolt 3/8-16 x 1

SpdngWasher

Axle ArmAssembly

SelectorKnob

SelectorSpdng

Spacer

Wheel AdjustingBracket

Thread CuttingScrew w/Sems 5/16-18 x 3/4

Flatwasher3/6

HandleBracketAssembly(Left)

HandleBracket Assembly(Right)

41 150406

44 161769

46 851514

47 157101

48 851074

49 85O263

50 851084

51 165548

52 85463

53 74760612

55 751592

56 88652

57 51793

58 157081)(479

59 131959

61 132001

62 134612

64 ......

69 151440

--161058

--169972

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

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

Blade Adapter

Blade22"

I_ardened Washer

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

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

Front Baffle Kit

Danger Decal

Hex Bolt 3/8-16x3/4

Locknut 3/8-16

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

Hairpin Cotter

Lower Handle

Handle Bolt

RopeGuide

Debris Shield

Engine - (See Breakdown)

Tecumseh Model 143.996704

Hubcaps

Warning Decal (Not Shown)

Owner's Manual (English/Spanish)

Available accessories not included with lawn mower:

- - 71 33303 Clipping Deflector

--71 33623 Gas Can (2.5 gal.)

-_71 33500 Fuel Stabilizer

-71 33027 SAE 30W Oil (27 oz.)

--71 33417 Dust Shield

- - 71 33316 MowerCover

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377990

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NU MBER 917.377990

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

145755

751152

158755

146527

15O495

150182

145212

15034O

120OOO58

137054

88O8O

88118

67725

701037

1436O3

DESCRIPllON

Control Cable Aseembly

Locknut #10-24

Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2.!2

V-Belt

Spdng Retainer

FlangedNut

Wheel & Tire Assembly

E-Pa_

Pinion

Dust Cover

FeltWasheT

Washer 1/2 x 1-1F2 x .134

Selector Knob

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

KEY PART

NO, NO. D_CBFI1ON

154990 DriveCover

132010 Hex Flange Nut

137052 DrivePulley

152018 Wheel AdjusterAssembly(Left)

70_511 GearCase Assembly

137090 Spring

STD5_1425 Nut

75192 Spring

152019 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Right)

144747 FrameThroat

166069 GrassbagAssembly

86012 DriveshaftCover

144748 GrassbagTube

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

301 300

292

9o0

24o

35O

251 42

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO.

MODEL NO. 143.996704

DESCRIPTION

138177

227652

6 36059

9 890568

10 36002

11 36003A

12 32447

12(; 360O3A

14 28277

16 36006

16 36008

17 31338

19 651019

361O3

36O10

37149

26 65O802

30 36185

40 40004

4OOO5

41 36070

36071

42 400C6

400O7

43 20381

45 36023A

46 32610A

48 36030

50 36O31A

52 29914

69 36032A

70 37271

75 36010

80 30574A

81 30590A

82 30591

63 36057

85 36034

86 650924

89 611154

90 611155

91 611156

92 650815

93 650816

100 34443B

101 610118

103 651007

110 36054

119 36061

120 36187

125 36471

126

130

135

150

151

151A

.36472

29314C

29318C

6021A

35395

31872

31673

40016A

Cylinder 169 27234A

(Incl. 2,10,12,20 & 125) 172 32755

DoweIP_n 174 30200

Breather Element 177 65(7325A

Screw, 10-24x3/4" 184 38183

Breather Valve Body 186 36009

Check Valve 187A 37148

Breather Tube 190 36013

* Breather Cover & Gasket 191A 36012

Flat Washer 192 36016

Governer Rod (Machined) 193 36015

Governor Lever 194 36014

Governor Lever Clamp 195 610973

Screw, Torx T-15, 198 36017

8-32 x 19/64" 199 36018

Governor Spring 239 36048

Oil Seal

Blower Housing Baffle 240 36190

Ass'y.(Incl.195)

Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8" 243B 651041

Crankshaft 245 36046

Piston,Pin,Ring Set (Std.) 250 36191

Piston,Pin,Ring Set (.010 OS) 251 650928

Piston & Pin Ass'y.(Std.) 251A 650933

(incl. 43) 255 36193

Piston & Pin Ass'y. 256 650983

(.010 OS)(Incl.43) 260 36188

Ring Set (Std.) 261 650737

Ring Set (.010 OS) 263A 36192

Piston Pin Retaining Ring 275 36107A

Connecting Rod Ass'y. 276 36043

(Incl. 46) 277 650927

Connecting Rod Bolt 285 34449A

Valve Lifter 287 650926

Camshaft (MCR) 290 29774

Oil Pump Ass'y. 292 26460

* MountingFlangeGasket 300 36189

Mounting Flange 301 36248

(Incl, 72 thru 85) 305 36063

Oil Seal 307 35499

Governor Shaft 308 36040

Washer 310 36064

Governor Gear Ass'y.(IncL81) 346A 28763

Governor Spool 347 650898A

Idler Gear 350 36045A

Screw, 1/4-20 x1-9/16" 370A 36261

Flywheel Key 370C -37318

Flywheel 370R 37317

FlywheeIFan 380 640020A

Belleville Washer 390 590739

FlywheeINut 400 36062D

Solid State Ignition

Spark Plug Cover 416 36085

Screw, Torx T-15,

10-24x 18/16" 417 650821

Ground Wire 900 ----

* Cylinder Head Gasket

Cylinder Head 900 ---

Exhaust Valve (Std.)

(Incl. 151) __

Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS)

Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)

Intake Valve (1/32" OS)

Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.1/2"

Resistor Spark Plug (RJ t9LM)

Valve Spring

Lower Valve Spring Cap

Intake Valve Seal

*Valve Spring Box Gasket

Valve Spring Box Cover

Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"

Carburetor Mounting Stad

Carburetor Gasket

Governor Link

Air Baffle

Brake Lever Ass*y.

Brake ControJ Lever

Brake Control Lever Link

Brake Spring

Retaining Ring

Terminal Ass'y.

Brake Control Lever Spring

Brake Lever Bushing

* Carburetor To Air Cleaner

Gasket

Air Cleaner Body

(Incl. 239 & 350)

Air Cleaner Stud

Air Cleaner Filter

Air Cleaner Cover

Lock Nut 1/4-20

Wing Nut, 1/4-20

Contror Plate

Screw, 8-32 x17/32"

Blower Housing

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

Starter Grill

Muffler

Locking Plate

Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-11/32"

Starter Cup

Screw, 9-32 x 21/64"

FueJ Line

Fuel Line Clamp

Fuel Tank (Incl. 301)

Fuel Cap

Oi] Fill Tube

"O" Ring

Fill Tube Clip

Dipstick

Screw, 10-32 x 35/64"

Screw, 10-32 x 27/64"

Pnmer

Lubrication Decal

Primer Decal

Warning Decal

Carburetor (Incl. 184 & 239)

Rewind Starter

Gasket Set

(Insl. Items Marked *)

Spark Arrestor Kit

(Incl. 417) (Optional)

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" (Optional)

Replacement Engine

7508198, order from 71-999

Replacement Short Block

7507978,

RPM High 2900 to 3200

NOTE: This engine couldhave been built with

59070;_ starter,

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in

U.S. inches 1 inch= 25.4 mrn

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

---- 640020A

1632539

5 632593

6 632541

7 650506

14A 632773

25 632675A

27 632544

28 632543

29 632548

30 632709

32 632672

33 632673

36 640022

37 632547

37A 632547

38 632545

38A 632545

39 632549

40 640021

47 632554

Carburetor (Incl. 187B & 239 of Engine Parts

List)

Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly

Dust Seal

Throttle Shutter

Throttle Shutter Screw

Ventud

Float Bowl

Float Shaft

Float

Float Bowl to Body Gasket

Inlet Needle & Seat

Bowl Drain Screw

Bowl Drain Washer

Main Nozzle Tube

"O" Ring

"O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube

Spring, Main Nozzle Tube

Spring

Float Bowl Retainer

Main Fue! Jet

Welch Plug, Idle Mixing Well

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

--11

--3

--5

0--2

KEY

NO.

PART

NO,

590702

590599A

590600

590696

59O6O1

590697

59O698

590699

590700

590703

590535

590701

DESCRIPTION

Recoil Starter

Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y.

Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree

grommet)

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

Starter Handle

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

_----14

!l II -7

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

---- 590739 Rewind Starter

3590740 Retainer

6590616 Starter Dog

7590617 DogSpring

8 590618A Pulley & Rewind Spring

Ass'y

11 590638 Starter Housing Ass'y

(40 degree groin met)

12 590535 Starter Rope (Length 98"

x 9/64" dia.)

13 590701 Starter Handle

14 590760 SpdngClip

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME sM (1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparacibn adomicilio

1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirectsM

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center

in your area:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 clays a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9am - 5 pro, Monday - Saturday

1-800-827-6655

SEARS

Home Central sM

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