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Owner's Manual

6.75 HORSEPOWER

22" REAR DISCHARGE

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.379510

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Espa_ol

•Repair Parts

NOTE: Engines which are certified to comply with California and U.S. EPA emission regulations

for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are certified to operate on regular unleadedgasoline,

and include the following emission control systems: Engine Modiflcatton (EM), and Three-way

Catalyst (TWC) (If so equipped).

AVISO: Los motores homologados para cumplir con la reglamentacibn sobre emisiones de

California y de la Agencia de Protecoibn Ambiental estadounidense (EPA) para equipos

pequerios no circulantes (SORE) funcionan con gasolina normal sin plomo, e incluyen los

siguientes sistemas de control de emisiones: mediflcacibn del motor (EM) y catalizador de triple

accibn (TWC) (en caso de tenerlo).

The D.O.M. decal includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of

_our engine. This period relates to the emission compliance life as certified by EPNCARB. To

nd the fe period specification for your engine, please match one of the following letters with the

letter printed on your D.O.M. decah (C) 125 hours, (B) 250 hours, (A) 500 hours.

La calcomania D.O.M. incluye especiflcaciones sobre la duracibn del motor para el perlodo de

vida 5til de su motor relaccionado con emisiones. Este periodo se relaciona con la duraci6n en

conformidad con las emisiones seg_n Io certificado por EPNCARB. Para haltar la especificacibn

del periodo de vida de su motor, mire cudl de las siguientes letrss viene impresa en su

calcomania D.OM.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas.

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 2

Assembly .............................................. 5

Operation .............................................. 6

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 10

Maintenance ....................................... 10

Product Specifications ........................ 11

Service and Adjustments .................... 14

Storage ............................................... 16

Troubleshooting ................................. 17

Repair Parts ........................................ 37

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 workman-

ship.

if this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty

applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower

blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent

crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest

Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only

while this product is in use in the United States.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death. • Be sure the area is clear of other

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionson the machine and in the

manual(s) before starting. Be thor-

oughly familiar with the controls and the

proper use of the machine before

starting.

•Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the

discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who

are familiar with the instructions,to

operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which

could be picked up and thrown by the

blade. 2

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Do not operate the mower when

barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Always wear substantial foot wear.

• Do not pull mower backwards unless

absolutely necessary. Always look

down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

• Do not operate the mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or

other safety protective devices in

place.

•See manufacturer's instructionsfor

proper operation and installafion of

accessories. Only use accessories

approved by the manufacturer.

•Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

drives, walks, or roads.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment, before cleaning

the mower or unclogging the chute.

• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait

until the blade comes to complete stop

before removing grass catcher.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Never operate machine in wet grass.

Always be sure of your footing: keep a

firm hold on the handle and walk; never

run.

•Disengage the self-propelled mecha-

nism or drive clutch on mowers so

equipped before starting the engine

(motor).

•If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when

operating mower.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip

and fall accidents which can resultin

severe injury. All slopes require extra

caution. Ifyou feel uneasy on a slope, do

not mow it.

DO:

•Mow across the face of slopes: never

up and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditchesor

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

•Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

footing could cause slipping.

Ill. CHILDREN

Tragicaccidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and while walking backwards,

look behind and down for small

children.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive,

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine (motor) running. Disconnect

the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the plug to prevent acciden-

tal starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never attempt to make wheel height

adjustments while the engine (motor) is

running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Do not change the engine governor

• Keep children out of the trimming area setting or overspeed the engine.

end under the watchful care of another 3

ALook for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!H YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

AWARNING: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

A,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birthdefects or other repro-

ductive harm.

AWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

_. CAUTION: Muffler and other engine

parts become extremely hot during

operation and remain hot after engine

has stopped. To avoid severe burns on

contact, stay away from these areas.

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

shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and

service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you

provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not

apply to your lawn mower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS

,/ GRASS CATCHERS

/ / FOR

SlOE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

\\ GRASS CATCHERS

\, FOR _:_ ! '11I

Q,,_ NEARDISCHARGE i'

LAWN MOWERS ....

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS ENGINE OIL

Read these instructionsand this manual

in itsentirety before you attempt to

assemble or operate your new lawn

mower.

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is

shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in

the engine.

Your new lawn mower has been as-

sembled at the factory with the exception

of those parts left unassembled for

shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts,

washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com-

plete the assembly have been placed in

the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper

operation of your lawn mower, all parts

and hardware you assemble must be

tightened securely. Use the correct tools

as necessary to ensure proper tightness.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

1. Remove loose parts included with

mower.

2. Cut down two end corners of carton

and lay end panel down fiat.

3. Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper and lower

handle and padding holding operator

presence control bar to upper handle.

4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and

check carton thorougly for additional

loose parts.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

1. Raise handles until lower handle

section locks into place in mowing

position.

2. Remove protective padding, raise

upper handle section into place on

lower handle and tighten both handle

knobs.

3. Remove handle padding holding

operator presence control bar to

upper handle.

Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted

for your mowingcomfort. Refer to "AD-

JUST HANDLE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

control bar

Upper

Lift u

position

Lower handle

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as a mulcher. To convertto

bagging or discharging:

Open rear door and remove mulcher

plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe

place.

You can now install catcher or

optional clipping deflector.

To return to mulching operation, install

mulcher plug into discharge opening

of mower.

_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without mulcher plug in place or ap-

proved clipping deflector or grass catcher

in place. Never attempt to operate the

lawn mower with the rear door removed

or propped open.

Mulcher

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself

with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future

reference.

These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the

product, Learn and understand their meaning.

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEPHANDS

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Enginezone controlcable

\Operator presence control bar

Ddve control lever

Starter handle

Handle knob

Gasoline cap

Primer

Housing

cover

Engine oil

cap w/

dipstick

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is

shipped WITHOUT OLLOR GASOLINE in Wheel adjuster

the engine. (oneachwheel)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Searsrotarywalk-behindIx_ver lawnmoanersconfennto thesafetystandardsof the Amedcan

Na_onalStandardsInstituteand the U.S. ConsumerProductSafetyCommission.The 1:4ade

tumswhen the ermineis runnin_l.

Operator presence control bar - must

be held down to the handle to start the

engine, Release to stop the engine.

Primer -pumps additional fuel from the

carburetorto the cylinder for use when

starting a cold 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

operation,

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,CAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine control to be installed on this

lawn mower in order to minimize the dsk

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, adjust cutting height

to suit your requirements. Medium

positionis best for most lawns.

To change cutting height, squeeze

adjuster lever toward wheel. Move

wheel up or down to suityour 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. PlateTab

LowerWheelsfor High Cut_t._.__IIP

_ _L!ver

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER

1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower

and place the grass catcher frame

side hooks onto the door pivot pins.

2. The grass catcher is secured to the

lawn mower housing when the rear

door is lowered onto the grass catcher

frame.

_LCAUTION: 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.

Rear door

Grass

catcher

handle

Pivot

pins frame hook

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

1. Lift up on grass catcher using the

frame handle.

2. Remove grass catcher with clippings

from under lawn mower handle.

3. Empty clippingsfrom bag using both

frame handle and bag handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when

emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

Bag handle

Grass

:archer

frame

handle

DRIVE CONTROL

• Self-propelling is controlled by holding

the operator presence control bar down

to the handle and pushing the drive

control lever forward until it clicks; then

releasing 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

untilthe drive control disengages. Hold

operator presence control bar down

against handle to continue mowing

without self-propelling.

• To keep drive control engaged when

turning corners, push down on handle

and liftfront wheels off ground while

turning lawn mower.

Operatorpresencecontrol bar Drive

, _ control

To engage Drive control

ddvs control disengaged

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL

Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in

the engine, Engine holds 20 oz. of oil.

For type and grade of oil to use, see

"ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this

manual.

1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area

around oil fill is clean,

2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the

full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly.

Do net over fill.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine

for accurate reading. To read proper level,

tighten engine oil cap, then remove it to

read the dipstick.

3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

• Check oil level before each use. Add

oil ifneeded, Fill to full line on dipstick.

• Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may

need to change the oil more often under

dusty, dirty conditions.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel

freshness,

_i_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 fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_, CAUTION: Fill to bottomof 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.

Engineoil cap Gasolinefillercap

TO START ENGINE

NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the

engine, a small amount of smoke may be

present during the initial use of the

product and should be considered

normal.

1. To start a cold engine, push primer

three (3) 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.

2. 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

•To stop engine, release operator

presence control bar.

NOTE: In coolerweather 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 primingsteps.

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

(pushing speed) and/or run the lawn

mower over the area a second time.

•If a trail of clippingsis left on the right

side of a rear discharge mower, mow in

a clockwise direction with a small

ovedap 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 housing free of built-up grass and

trash. See =CLEANING" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrientsfor the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

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

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 completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar 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.

Max 1/3

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES

Check fo_"Loose Fasteners _

Cleanllnspect Grass Catcher

(If Equipppe) b/ I_

Clean Lawn Mower It/ It/

Clean Under Ddve Cover

(Power-Propelled MoweR) t_

Check drive Pelt/ ulleys

( Power_Propell_lPi owers ) I_

Check/Sperpen/Replace Blade t//3

Lubrication Chart fl/ ll/

Clean Batte_/Rechar e

IElectric Start Mowe_ ! t_ _4

Check Engine Oil Level f//

Chan_e En_line Oil 11//1,2

Clean Air Filter I_ 2

Inspect Muffler t/

Clean or Replace Spark Plug

_eplace Air Filter Paper Cartridge I_ 2

1- Change more often when operating under a heaW Io_ador inhigh ambient temperatures

2_Service moreoften when operatingin dirtyor dusbJconditions¸

3 - Replace blades more o_en when mowi_j insandy soil

4 - C_arge 48 hcumat e_d 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 a year, replace the spark plug,

clean or replace air filter element and

check blade for wear. A new spark

plug and clean/new air filter element

assures proper air-fuel mixture and

helps your engine run better and last

longer.

•Follow the maintenance schedule in

this manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil bevel.

2, Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI-

CATION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

_) Wheel adjuster _ Engineoil

mounting pin

I_) Rear door hinge

I_) Refer to maintenance "Engine" section.

_) Spray lubricant

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease

plastic wheel bearings, viscous lubri-

cants 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

10graphite type lubricant sparingly.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

;ASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

DILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

SPARK PLUG (GAP: .045") CHAMPION RJlgLM4

BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 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

objectsand 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

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make

sure air filter and carburetor are up.

3. Use awood block between blade and

mower housing to prevent blade from

turning when removing blade bolt,

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves

and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.

4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise.

5. Remove blade and attaching hard-

ware (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 condi-

tion to work properly. Replace adapter if

damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE

1, Position the blade adapter on the

engine crankshaft. Be sure key in

adapter and crankshaft keyway are

aligned.

2, Position blade on the blade adapter

aligning the two (2) holes in the blade

with the raised lugs on the adapter.

3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade

(opposite sharp edge) is up toward

the engine,

4. Install the blade bolt with the lock

washer and hardened washer into

blade adapter and crankshaft.

5. Use block of wood between blade and

lawn mower housing and tighten the

blade bolt, turning clockwise.

•The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated. Blade

adapter Crankshaft

Key keyway

Lockwasher __. _-

Hardened edne g Blade adapter

washer =

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 gdnding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, drive anail

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.

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. If catcher

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 inthe drive

wheel area and must be cleaned to free

drive wheels.

If necessary to clean the drive wheels,

check both front wheels.

1. Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and

washers.

2. Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.

3. Remove any trash or grass cuttings

from inside the dust cover, pinion and/

or drive wheel gear teeth.

4. Put wheels back in place.

NOTE: If after cleaning, the drive wheels

do not turn freely, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

GEAR CASE

•To keep your drive system working

properly, the gear case and area

around the ddve should be kept clean

and free of trash build-up. Clean under

the drive cover twice aseason.

•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-SJ,

Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, these multi-viscoslty 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.

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a

clean surface.

3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown

and drain oil into a suitable container.

Rock lawn mower back and forth to

remove any oil trapped inside of

engine.

4, Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower

and on side of engine.

5. Fill engine with oil. (See "ADD OIL" in

the Operation section of this manual.)

6. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark

plug.

_'I

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 or every

100 hours of operation, more often if you

mow in very dusty,dirty conditions. Do not

wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER

1, Remove the air filter by turning

clockwise to the stop and pull away

from collar.

2. Remove filter from inside of cover.

3. Clean the inside of the cover and the

collar to remove any dirt accumula-

tion.

4. Insert new filter into cover.

5. Put air filter cover and filter into collar

aligning the tab with the slot.

6, Push in on cover and turn counter-

clockwise to tighten. Turn

Collar Clip clockwise to

remove

MUFFLER

inspect and replace corroded muffler as it

could create afire hazard and/or dam-

age.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

in Maintenance section of this manual.

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.

• 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. Aclogged engine runs

hotter and shortens engine life.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil,etc.

•We do not recommend usLnga 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.

CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER

Clean under drive cover at least twice a

season. Scrape underside of cover with

putty knife or similar tool to remove any

build-up of trash or grass on underside of

drive cover.

Air filter Tat

Air filter cover Turn counter-

clockwise to

tighten 13

ACAUTION: Before performing any

service or adjustments:

1. Release control bar and stop engine.

2. Make sure the blade and all moving

parts have completely stopped.

3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST CUTTING 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 mower, is provided to

minimize the possibilitythat objects will

be thrown out of the rear of the mower into

the operator mowing position. If the

deflector becomes damaged, it should be

replaced.

TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT

t. Remove drive cover. Remove belt

from gearease puney by pushing down

on pulley and rolling belt off it.

2. Turn lawn mower on its side with air

filter and carburetor up.

3. Remove blade.

4. Remove debris shield.

5. Remove belt from engine pulley on

crankshaft.

6. Install new belt by reversing above

steps.

7. Always use factory approved belt to

assure fit and long life,

Drive

TO ADJUST HANDLE

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.

1. Remove upper handle and all parts

attached to lower handle.

2. Remove hairpin cotters from lower

handle bracket mounting pin.

3. Squeeze lower handle in to remove it

from mounting pins.

4. Turn lower handle over to raise or

lower handle.

5. Squeeze lower handle in and position

holes onto mounting pins on handle

bracket.

6. Reassemble upper handle and a]l

parts removed from lower handle.

Lower

Rotate _handle

Belt

Push

down

TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag

with rigid part of bag on the bottom.

Make sure the frame handle is outside

of the bag top.

2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.

NOTE: Ifvinyl bindings are too stiff, hold

them in warm water for a few minutes. If

bag gets wet, let it dry before using.

_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.

Catcher

frame

handle

Frame

opening

ENGINE

ENGINE SPEED

Your engine speed has been factory set.

Do not attempt to increase engine speed

or itmay result in personal injury.If you

believe that the engine is running too fast

or too slow, take your lawn mower to a

Sears or other qualified service center for

repair and adjustment.

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor has a non-adjustable

fixed main jet for mixture control. Ifyour

engine does not operate preperly due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your

lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified

service center for repair and/or adjust-

ment.

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 a Sears or other

qualified 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 ifthe

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.

1. Clean entire lawn mower (See

"CLEANING" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

2. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws,

and pins are securely fastened.

Inspect moving parts for damage,

breakage and wear. Replace if

necessary.

4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

HANDLE

You can fold your lawn mower handle for

storage.

1. Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower

handle toward each other until the

lower handle clears the handle

bracket, then move handle forward.

2. 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.

Handle

Sueeze to fold bracket

cotter

Mounting >L

/ f

Operator presence

control bar

Upperhandle-.----_///

Lower_handle

old _

war_

f/_ckward

Mowing

position

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum depositsfrom 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.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run untilthe

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 depositsduring storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil, (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual),

CYLINDER

1. Remove spark plug,

2, Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through

spark plug hole into cylinder.

3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times

to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one

season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your

can startsto rust. Rust and/or dirt in

your gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your unit indoors

and cover it to give protectionfrom

dust and dirt.

•Cover your unit with a suitable protec-

tive 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

engone and exhaust areas are still warm.

• 1,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.

ROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Does not start 1. Dirty air filter.

2. Out of fuel.

3. Stale fuel.

4. Water in fuel.

5. Spark plug wire is

disconnected.

6. Bad spark plug.

7. Loose blade or broken

blade adapter.

8. Control bar in released

position.

9. Control bar defective.

Loss of power 1. Rear of lawn mower

housing or cutting 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- 1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

uneven 2. Wheel heights uneven.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

Excessive 1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

vibration 2. Bent engine crankshaft.

CORRECTION

I1. Cleanlreplace air filter.

2. Fill fuel tank.

3. Drain tank and refill with

fresh clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor end refill tank

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. Clean/replace air filter.

4. Clean underside of mower

housing.

5. Check oil leveL.

6. Cut at slower walking

speed.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Set all wheels at same

height

3. Clean underside of

mower housing.

1, Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt,

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

PROBLEM

Starter rope hard

topull

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

1. Engineflywhee_brakeis on

whencontrol baris release(

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

CORRECTION

1. Depress control bar to

upper handle before

pul_ing starter rope.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut

grass or to hard surface.

Loss of drive 1. Drive wheels not turning 1. Adjust or replace drive

with drLve control engaged, control cable,

2. Belt not driving 2. Put belt on pulleys or

replace belts if broken.

Grass catcher 1. Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height.

notfilling (if so 2. Lift on blade worn off. 2. Replace blade.

equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher.

Hard to push 1. Grass is too high or wheel 1. Raise cutting height.

height is too low.

2. Rear of lawn mower 2. Raise rear of lawn mower

housing or blade dragging housing one (1) setting

in grass, higher.

3. Grass catcher too full. 3. Empty grass catcher.

4. Handle height position not 4, Adjust handle height to

right for you. suit.

ROTARY LAWN MOWER- -MODEL NUMBER 917.379510

16 12

31 3S 63

20 37

ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.379510

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 166860X479

2 175604

4 1S0425

5 66426

6 136376

8 146771

9 170947

10 128415

11 150050

12 54583

13 63601

14 156374)(479

15 700365X479

16 176695X479

17 140661x47g

20 14O54O

22 85543

23 87677

25 83923

26 57143

27 151138

28 142748

29 61651

30 750913X004

31 161961

32 170136X004

34 14663O

35 700325X037

37 150078

38 88348

39 173571)(479

40 17357ZX479

41 150406

44 172835

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Upper Handle 46 851514 Blade Adapter

Engide Zone Contm_Cable 47 141114 Blade22"

Mulcher Plug 48 851074 Hardened Washer

WireTie 49 850263 HeliCalWasher 3/8-24 x 1o3/8Gr. 8

Handle Knob 50 851084 Hex Head Machine Screw 318-24 x 1-3/6 Gr. 8

ControlBar 51 17(;O31 Front Baffle Kit

Rear Door Kit (includes Key #71 & 72) 52 85463 Danger Decal

Pop Rivet 53 74760612 Hex Solt 3/8o16X3/4

SelfTappingScrew #10-24x5/8 55 751592 Locknut 3/8-16

Hex Tapping Screw w/Seres 114-20 x 112 56 88652 Hinge Screw 1/4_20 x 1-1/4

Nut 114 - 20 57 51793 Hairpin Cotter

Back Plate 58 151590X479 Lower Handle

Side Baffle 59 131959 HandEeBolt

Discharge Baffle 61 132001 RopeGuide

Rear Baffle 62 134612 Debds Shield

Rear Skirt 64 °-o Engine - (See Breakdown)

Engine Pulley Tecumseh Model 143,0 t 6712

Hi-Pro Key #505 69 151440 Hubcaps

Hex Flange Nut 70 17600406 Screw

WaveWasher 71 170939 Spring RH

Wheel 72 170938 SpdngLH

Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 73 165912 Bolt

Spdng Washer - o 161058 Warning Decal (Not Shown)

Axle Arm Assembly -° 177360 Owner's Manual (EnglisWSpanish)

Selector Knob

Selector Spring Available accessories not included wgh lawn mower:

Spacer -o D/98 33313 Clipping Deflector

Wheel Adjusting Bracket --71 33623 Gas Can (2.5 gal,)

Thread Cutting Screw w/Seres B/16-18 x 3/4 -o 7133500 Fuel Btabilizer

Fidt washer 3/8 -- 71 33000 SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)

Handle Bracket AssembLy (Left)

Handle Bracket Assembly (Right) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches,

Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8 1 inch =25.4 mm

Lawn Mower Housir_g (Incl. Key #14, 15.51)

ROTARY LAWN MOWER - -MODEL NUMBER 917.379519

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ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.379510

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

145755

751152

158755

146527

150495

150182

145212

150340

12000058

137054

8808O

88118

67725

701037

143603

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

28 154990

ControlCable Assembly 31 132010

Locknut#10-24 32 137052

Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2.12 35 151521

V-Belt 36 702511

Spring Retaioer 37 137090

Hubcap 38 STD541425

Flanged Nut 40 75192

Wheel & Tire Assembly 41 151520

E-f_ng 54 169932

Pinion 55 86012

Dust Cover 57 169931

Felt Washer

Washer 112x 1-1/2 x ,134

Selector Knob

Pan Head Tapping Screw #t0-24 x 2-3/4

DriveCover

Hex Flange Nut

Drive Pulley

Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)

Gear Case Assembly

Spring

Nut

sp_g

Whee_ Adjuster Assembly (Right)

Grassbag Assembly

Driveshaft Cover

Grassbag Tube

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ROTARY LAWN MOWER- -MODEL NUMBER 917.379510

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

117490416 Tapping Screw 114-20x 1-1/4

2 137055X004 Engagement Bracket

3 137053 Shifter

4 57072 Seal

6 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit

(includes Key NOS. 4 and 7)

7 77881 Bearing

8 137051 Worm Shaft

9 137074 Drive Shaft

10 57079 HardenedWasher

11 131484 Clutch Yoke

12 700343 Bushing

13 86447 Plug

14 137050 Helical Gear

15 750436X Clutch Jaw

16 750369 Grease

17 120(_O03 E_ing

18 850848 HI-Pro Key

19 51585X004 Spring Bracket

NOLO: Ail component dimensions given in U.B, inches.

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.616712

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

---- 640271 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List)

I 31615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembty

2 31767 Throttle Return Spring

4 631184 * Dust Seal Washer

5 631183 * Dust Seal (Throttle)

6 640070 Throttle Shutter

7 650506 " Shutter Screw

16 631807 Fuel Fitting

17 651025 Throttle Crack Screw/idle Speed Screw

18 630766 Tension Spring

20 640027 Idle Resthctor Screw

20A 640200 Idle Restrictor Scrwe Cap (Black)

25 631867 Float Bowl

27 631024 * Float Shaft

28 632019 Float

29 631028 * Float Bowl =O" Ring

30 631021 "Inlet Needle, Seat, & Clip (Incl. 31)

31 631022 Spring Clip

35 640259 Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring

36 640080 Main Nozzle Tube

36A 632766 Carburetor Tube

37 632547 * "O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube

40 640030 High Speed Bowl Nut

44 27110A * Bowl Nut Washer

47 630748 * Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well

48 631027 * Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent

60 632780B Repair kit (IncL Items Marked ° in Notes)

NOTE: All component dimensions given _nU.S. inches,

1 inch = 25.4 mm 41

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712

90O

/355

,390

130

120 119

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 37465 Cylinder (Incl. 2 & 20) 12A 36558

2 26727 Dowel Pin

6 33734 Breather Element 12B 36694

7 36557 Breather Ass'y. (IncL 6 & 12A) 14 28277

12 36775 Breather Tube 15 30589

DESCRIPTION

Breather Cover & Tube

(Ind. 12B)

Breather Tube Elbow

Washer

Governor Rod (Incl. 14)

195

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

16 34839A Governor Lever

17 31335 Governor Lever Clamp

18 651018 Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x 19/64

19 36281 Extension Spring

20 32600 Oil Seal

30 37464 Crankshaft

40 40027 Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.)

41 40042 Piston & Pin Assembly (Std.)

(Incl. 43)

42 40006 Ring Set (Bid.)

43 20381 Piston Pin Retaining Ring

45 36777 Connecting Rod Assembly

(IncL 46)

46 32610A Connecting Rod Boll

48 27241 Valve Lifter

50 37460 Camshaft Exhaust (MCR)

(Inc. ref 104)

52 29914 Oil Pump Ass'y.

69 37609 Mounting Flange Gasket P

70 37608 Mounting Flange (Incl. 72-83)

72 37615 Oil Drain Plug (Incl. 73)

73 28833 Drain Plug Gasket

75 27897 Oil Seal

80 30574A Governor Shaft

81 30590A Washer

82 30591 Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81)

83 30588A Governor Spool

86 650488 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"

89 611004 Flywheel Key

90 611112 Flywheel

92 650815 Belleville Washer

93 650816 Flywheel Nut

100 34443C Solid State Ignition

101 610116 Spark Plug Cover

103 651007 Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24x15/16

104 37480 Cam Bushing

110 37047 Ground Wire

119 36787 *Cylinder Head Gasket

120 36825 Cylinder Head

125 36780 Exhaust Vatve (1/32" OS)

(Ind. 151)

125 37288 Exhaust Valve (Std,) (Incl, 151)

126 37289 Intake Valve (Bid.) (Incl. 151)

130 6021A Screw, 5116-18 x 1-1/2"

135 37598 Resistor Spark Plug

(RJlgLM4)

150 31672 Valve Spring

151 31673 Valve Spdng Cap

151A 40017 Intake Valve Seal

169 36783 ° Valve Cover Gasket

172 36784 Valve Cover

174 30200 Screw. 10-24 x 9/16"

178 29752 Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28

182 6201 Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8"

184 26756 * Carb, to Intake Pipe Gasket

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

185 37466 Intake Pipe

165 32653 Governor Link

189 650839 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/6"

191 36559A S,E, Brake Bracket (Incl, 195)

195 610973 Terminal

207 34336 Throttle Link

216 33086 R,PM. Adjusting Lever

223 650451 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"

224 36786 * Intake Pipe Gasket

238 650932 Screw, 10-32 x 49164"

239 34338 * Air Cleaner Gasket

241 36919 Air Cleaner Collar

245 36905 Air Cleaner Filter

250 37122 Air Cleaner Cover

260 36980 Blower Housing

261 30200 Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"

262 650831 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"

263A 37184 Starter Grill

275 37462 Muffler

277 650988 Screw. 114-20 x 2-5/16"

285 35000A Starter Cup

287 650926 Screw, 8-32 x21164"

290 29774 Fuel Line

292 26460 Fuel Line Clamp

298 28763 Screw, 10-32 x35164"

300 36916 FueITank (Incl. 292 & 301)

301 36246 Fuel Cap (Black)

305 35647 Oil Fill Tube

306 37610 * "O'-Ring

307 35499 "O"-Ring

309 650562 Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

309A 650783 Screw, 10-24 x 3/4"

310 35648 Dipstick

311A 37611 Hold Down Bracket

313 34080 Spacer

347 651038 Screw, 10-32 x 51/64"

355 590701 Starter Handle

370A 36261 Lubrication Decal

370C 37318 Primer Decal (3 X)

370R 37317 Warning Decal

380 640271 Carburetor (Incl. 184)

390 590739 Rewind Starter

400 36792B Gasket Set

(includes Items Marked *)

416 36085 Spark Arrestor Kit (IncL 417)

(Optional)

417 650760 Screw, 8-32 x 3/8" (Optional)

900 Replacement Engine NONE

900 Replacement BIB 750865

Order from 71 -999

RPM High 2900 to 3200

NOTE: This engine could have been built with

590702 starter)

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches. 1 inch =25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712

O"----- 4

_--5

Ore2

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

590702 Recoil Starter

1 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

2590600 Washer

3 590696 Retainer

4 590601 Washer

5 590697 Brake Sipnrring

6 590698 Starter Dog

7590699 DogSpring

8590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y

11 590703 Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree grommet)

12 590535 Starter Rope (98" X9/64" dia.)

13 590701 Starter Handta

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712

Ii iI m7

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

3" 590739 Rewind Starter

590740 Retainer

6 590616 Starter Dog

7 590617 Dog Spring

8 590618A Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y

11 590638 Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree grommet)

12 590535 Starter Rope(Leogth 98" x 9/64" dia,)

13 590701 Starter Handle

14 590760 Spring Clip

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S, inches,

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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To purchase or inquire about aSears Service Agreement:

1-800-827"6655 _i_i!ii

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y para ordenar piezas con enttega a domicilio: 1-877-LE-FOYER _' ii,ili

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