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SEARS "1995"

MODEL NUMBER 917.382781 OWNER'S MANUAL

oAssembly

oOperation

oCustomer

Responsibilities

Service

Adjustments

oRepair Parts

Caution:

Read and Follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

149061 01.04.95 Printed in U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

_CAUTION: ALWAYSDISCONNECTSPARK PLUG WlREAND PLACEWIREWHEREITCANNOT CONTACTSPARK

PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING

.EPAIRS IMPORTANT

SAFETYSTANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCECONTROLSTO MINIMIZETHERISKOFINJURY. YOUR UNIT ISEQUIPPED WITH

SUCH CONTROLS, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUM-

STANCES.

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 de-

scribed in this manual

mDo not operate mower if ithas been dropped or damaged in

any manner. Always have damage repaired before using

your mower.

Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended

by the manufacturer. Use of such attachments may be

hazardous.

Be aware that the biade turns when the engine is running.

PREPARATION:

,, Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear itof

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.

• Check fue_ tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank

indoors, when the engine is running orwhen 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 net put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep

clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• Always stop the blade whenever you leave or are not using

your mower, orb°fore 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.

o Do not continue to run your mower if you hit a foreign object.

Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any dam-

age 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. Exces-

sive 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 danger-

ous.

Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. Mow

across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might

lose your footing. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or

when changing directions - maintain good footing.

Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,

grass catcher or other safety devices in place.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

.Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be

sure they are tightened properly.

•Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for

proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi-

tion.

•Keep all safety devices in place and working.

• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves

or excessive grease and o11.

• Check grass catcher often for detedoration 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 sou rce

such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

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ILOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. I

IT MEANS - ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn

Mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department. We have competent, wel!-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this lawn mower.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower

properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917.382781

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE

LAWN MOWER HOUSING

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

DATE OF PURCHASEAND KEEPIN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 4.5

DISPLACEMENT: t 1.5 CU. IN.

GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.5 QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19-LM

(GAP: .030") STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .008

EXHAUST: .008

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: .0125 IN_

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

° Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower.

• Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

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 cieaners and spark plug.

°Repairsnecessarybecause_f_peratorabuse_rneg_igence_inc_udingbentcranksha_sandthefai_uret_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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 11-13

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

ASSEMBLY ................................................................... 6

OPERATION .................................................................. 8

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 11

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 14

STORAGE ................................................................... 15

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 21

REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ........................ 16-17

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 18-20

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................................... 22

iNDEX

Accessories .................................... 5

Adjustments:

Carburetor .............................. 14

Engine Speed ........................ 14

Handle Height ........................ 14

Height of Cut ............................ 9

Air Filter:

Replacement .......................... 13

Service ................................... 13

Assembly ........................................ 6

Blade:

Sharpening ............................ 12

Replacement .......................... 12

Controls:

Engine Zone Control ................ 9

Engine Speed Control .............. 8

Operator Presence

Control Bar ............................... 8

Customer Responsibilities ... 3, 11-13

Air Filter ................................. 13

Blade Care/Replacement ....... 12

Engine .................................... 13

Lubrication ............................. 13

Spark Plug ............................. 13

Cutting Levels ................................. 9

Engine:

Air Filter ................................. 13

Oil Change ............................. 13

Oil Level ................................. 13

Oil Type ................................. 13

Starting .................................. 10

Stopping ................................. 10

Storage .................................. 15

Fuel:

Capacity ................................... 3

Storage .................................. 15

Type ......................................... 9

Handle Adjustment:

Assembly ................................. 6

Cutting Height ........................ 14

Lubrication:

Engine .................................... 13

Lawn Mower .......................... 11

Maintenance Agreement ................ 3

Maintenance Schedule ................. 11

Mowing Tips ................................. 10

Oil:

Engine .................................... 13

Storage .................................. 15

Operation:

Engine Control ......................... 9

Grass Catcher .......................... 9

Mower ...................................... 9

Operator Presence

Control Bar ............................... 9

Options:

Accessories ............................. 5

Repair Parts:

Engine ............................... 18-20

Lawn Mower ..................... 16-17

Responsibilities, Customer.. 3, 11-13

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

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

Carburetor .............................. 14

Engine Speed ........................ 14

Handle ................................... 14

Spark Plug .................................... 13

Specifications ................................. 3

Speed Control:

Engine .................................... 14

Starting the Engine ....................... 10

Stopping the Engine ..................... 10

Storage ......................................... 15

Trouble Shooting Chart ................ 21

Warranty ......................................... 3

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LAWN MOWER ACCESSORUES

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These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets

and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of you r lawn

mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER

if lawn mower is an electric start

GAS CAN

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CHARGER

ENGINE OIL STABILIZER

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

REAR BAG

OPTIONAL

REPLACEMENT

BAG FOR REAR

DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

FABRIC BAG

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LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

DUST SHIELD

OPTIONAL

CATCHER FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWER

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

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SIDE DISCHARGE CATCHER

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ASSEMBLY

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Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety

before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn

mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the

factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled

for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers,

bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been

placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper

operation of your lawn mower, al! 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

•Remove loose parts included with mower.

•Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel

down flat.

o 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 thor-

oughly for additional loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Fig. 1)

IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLES CAREFULLY SO AS

NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.

•Raise handles until lower handle section locks into

place in mowing position.

°Raise upper handle section into place on lower handle,

remove protective padding and tighten both handle

knobs.

• Remove handle padding holding operator presence

control bar to upper handle.

• Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your

mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the

Service and Adjustment section of this manual.

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

(See Fig. 2)

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a

mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging:

° Open rear door and remove mulcher plate. Store

mutcher plate in a safe place.

•You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflec-

tor.

•To return to mulching operation, install mulcher plate

into discharge opening of mower. Be sure all tabs are

seated properly.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

LIFT UP

MOWING POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

FIG. 1

SLOTS

MULCHERPLATE

FIG. 2

TABS

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without mulcher plate in place or ap-

proved clipping deflector or grass

catcher in place. Never attempt to op-

erate the lawn mower with the rear door

removed or propped open.

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ASSEMBLY

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TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS

CATCHER (See Figs. 3A thru 40 )

•To assemble tubular frame to grass bag, work sewn

hem of bag out through the front opening of bag to

expose the hem.

o Thread tubular frame into hem and gather material at

top of frame as shown.

•Push frame inside bag through the opening until only

the ends of frame are exposed out of the front.

NOTE: Do not close the flip lid at this time.

• Assemble lower frame totubular frame as shown. Be

sure frames are fully seated together as shown ininset.

•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.

• Closethe flip lid. Flip lid must be closed while operating

lawn mower.

°Lift the rear door on the mower housing and place the

grass catcher frame onto the formed tabs on the rear

door hinge bracket.

•The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower

housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass

catcher frame.

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CAUTION: Donot runyourlawn 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.

FLIP LID

SEWN

HEM

(Full out

through front

of opening)

TUBULAR

FRAME

(Pushinside

bag)

FIG. 3C

LOWER

FRAME

TUBULAR

FRAME

(Frames must

be fully seated)

FIG. 4A

CATCHER FRAME

FIG. 3A FIG. 4B

TUBULAR

FRAME

(Thread into

sewn hem)

FIG. 3B

SEWN

HEM HINGE

BRACKET

GRASS CATCHER FRAME

FORMED

TABS

7FIG. 4C

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OPERATnON

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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the

illustrations with your Iawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this

manual for future reference.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL HANDLE

HANDLE KNOB

GRASS CATCHER

MULCHER PLATE

GASOLINE FILLER CAP

PRIMER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER

FILTER

ENGINE OIL CAP

WITH DIPSTICK

WHEEL ADJUSTER

(ON EACH WHEEL)

LAWN MOWER HOUSING

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MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute

and the U,S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade turns when the engine is running,

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OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR -must be held

downtothe hand]etostarttheengine. Re]ease to stop the

engine.

PRIMER -pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the

cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.

STARTER HANDLE - used for starting the engine.

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ENGINE SPEED CONTROL -located on the side of the

engine which allows you to select either fast (,_) or slow

(,¢_) engine speed.

MULCHER PLATE - located at the discharge opening

must be removed when converting to bagging or discharg-

ing operation.

OPERATION

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HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL (See Fig. 5)

The engine speed is controlled by a lever Iocated on the

side of the engine. Fast (,_) position is for starting the

engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Slow

(,_) position isfor light cutting, trimming and fuel economy.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

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CAUTION: 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 con-

trol. The blade turns when the engine is

running.

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•Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator pres-

ence control bar which requires the operator to be

positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and

operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST CU'I-i'ING HEIGHT (See Fig. 6)

. Raise wheels for iow cut and lower wheels for high cut.

- Wheels are set in low cut for shipping. Adjust cutting

height to suit your requirements. Medium position is

best for most lawns.

•To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever to-

ward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your

requirements. Be sure all wheels are in the same

setting.

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7)

• Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle.

°Remove grass catcher with clippings from under tawn

mower handie.

• Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle and

bag handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause

unnecessary wear.

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 w/dipstick and _l to the full line

on the dipstick.

• Use 20 ozs. of oil. Fortypeandgradeofoilto use, see

"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this

manual.

°Pour oil slowly. Do not over fiil.

-Check oil ievel before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill

to full line on dipstick.

° To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time.

•Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

°After the first two (2) hours of mowing, change the oil,

and every 25 hours thereafter. You may need to

change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions.

ENGINE SPEED

CONTROL LEVER

PRIMER

FIG. 5

LOWER WHEELS

FOR HIGH CUT RAISE WHEELS

FOR LOW CUT

FIG. 6

FIG. 7

GAs

° Fill gasoline tankwith fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.

DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASOLINE. BE CAREFUL

NOT TO OVER FILL TANK.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol bfended

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 stor-

age of 30 days or longer. Drain the fuel tank, start the

engine and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

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OPERATION

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TO START ENGINE

•To start acold engine, push primerfive (5) times before

trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usually

necessary when starting an engine which has already

run for a few minutes.

• Push engine speed control lever to fast (,_) position.

• ILloldoperator presence control bar down to the handle

and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter

rope to snap back.

•To stop engine, release operator presence control bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat

priming steps. Inwarmer 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 verytall grass, it may

be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce

pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine

and leaving clumps of grass clippings.

• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut

and raise the rear of the lawn mower housing one (1)

wheel adjuster setting higher than the front for better

discharge of grass.

° For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions,

the engine speed should be set in the fast (,_) posi-

tion.

• 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.

• Ifa trait of grass clippings is left on the rightside of a rear

discharge lawn mower, mow in a clockwise direction

with a small overlap to collect the clippings on the next

pass.

° Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of

grass clippings and chaff. This wift help engine airflow

and extend engine life.

° Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt

and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass.

To prevent this, regularly hose catchers off with water

and let dry before using.

MAX1/3

FIG. 8

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING

AFTER EACH USE, SEE "CLEANING" IN CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.

• The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they faif onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it iswet. 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 (See Fig. 8). 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,

mow slowly and raise the rear of the lawn mower one

whee] adjuster setting higher than the front.

°Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire 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 pattern from week to week. Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES

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° ZES

AS YOU COMPLETE __-'_.£_'{/_ _

REGULAR SERVICE __/_____DoATES

Check for Loose Fasteners !_'

Ciean/lnspect' Grass Catcher

Equipped)

C'_'e'anLawn Mower M#'

W" hspect/Clean Drive Wheels

(Self-Propelled Mowers)

Rsharpen/Replace Mower Blade

Lubrication Chart

Clean Battery/Recharge '"

(Electric Start Mo.wers).....................

ECheck Engine Oil Level .........t_

N Change EngineOil

GClean Air Filter

IInspect Muffler

NReplace Spark Ptug

EReplace Air Fi]ter..paper Cartridge

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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures,

2 - Service mere often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.

LUBRICATION CHART

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.

oOnce a year, 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

WHEEL

ADJUSTER

(_)BRAKE

SPRING

BRACKET

(_) ENGINE OIL

BEFORE EACH USE

oCheck engine oil level.

°Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit wel[ lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART").

(_) HANDLE BRACKET REAR

MOUNTING PIN DOOR

HINGE

(_ SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) SAE30 MOTOROIL REFERTOENGINE- CUSTOMERRE'SPON-

SIBILITIES SECTION,

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL

BEARINGS, VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT

DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF

THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEELTHEY

MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED

GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES

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LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

TIRES

o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

= Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results, mowerblademust be keptsharp, Replace

bent or damaged blades.

TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. 9)

°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.

oUse a wood block between blade and mower housing

to prevent blade from turning when removing blade

bolt.

•Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with

heavy cloth.

•Remove blade bolt by turning counter-clockwise. Use

a 9/!6" box or open-end wrench.

•Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt, lock

washer and hardened washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the key

inside hub of blade adapter. The key must be in good

condition to work properly. Replace adapter if damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig. 9)

• Positron the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft.

Be sure key in adapter and keyway in crankshaft are

aligned.

= Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2)

holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter.

oBe sure the trailing edge is up toward the engine.

• Installthe blade bolt withthelockwasherand hardened

washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.

oUse block of wood between blade and lawn mower

housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. lbs.

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

BLADE sCRANK-

ADAPTER '_ _/SHAFT

BLADEI \ II _, \ _ ,?"_ -_J ""CRANK-

LOCK WASHER EDGE BLADE ADAPTER

RG. 9

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade _but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn

mower or engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, drive a nait 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 ahorizontal

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.

oCheck your grass catcher often for damage or deterio-

ration. 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.

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CUSTOM RESPONSIBIL ES

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ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with APt service

classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

oF -20 ° 0_30 +32" 40 _ 60_ 80 ° 10O_

+ +

......'........... '" _o + _0o 30"

ioc._= .2o+.loo 1o+ ,+o,_,,,

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

CONTAINER

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 the first two hours of operation and

every 25 hours thereafter 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 (See Fig. t0)

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel

tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.

° Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place

wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

° Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface.

o Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable

container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove

any oil trapped inside of engine.

• Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of

engine.

• Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line on the

dipstick. DO NOT OVER FILL.

• Replace engine oi] 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 (See Fig. 11)

• Remove the air filter cover by turning counterclockwise

to the stop and pull away from collar.

° Remove filter from inside of cover.

, Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove

any dirt accumulation.

o Insert new filter into cover.

° Put air filter cover and filter into coltar aligning the tab

with the slot.

• Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten.

FIG. 10

COLLAR

SLOT

COUNTER-

CLOCKWISE

TO REMOVE

AIR FILTER AIR FILTER COVER TO TIGHTEN

FIG. 11

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 easierand run better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING

AFTER EACH USE.

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come in contact with the spark

plug.

• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and

carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn

mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and

trash.

•Cleanengineoftento keeptrash from accumulating. A

clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.

°Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oif, etc.

•We DO NOT recommend using a garden hose to clean

lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air

filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in shortened engine life,

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ADJUSTM NTS

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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: [

_elease control bar.Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.

oDisconnect 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 lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility

that objects will be thrown out the rear of the lawn mower

into the operator's mowing position. If the rear deflector

becomes damaged, it should be replaced.

TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 12 Thru 14)

Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your

mowing comfort, Four (4) positions are available: high,

medium high, medium tow and low. Handles are shipped

mounted in the medium low position.

-To change from medium low to medium high position,

the upper and lower handle sections will have to be

turned over (See Fig. 12B).

= Remove the cable clips.

o Remove the controls and operator presence control

bar from the upper handle.

• Remove the starter rope guide from the lower handle.

• Remove hairpin cotters.

o Disconnect the lower handle from the handle brackets

(See Fig. 14).

° Turn the handle over and reassemble the hairpin

cotters that have been removed.

° Reassemble the starter rope guide.

• Reassemble the controls and the operator presence

control bar to the upper handle,

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CAUTION: The operator presence con-

trol bar must pivot freely to permit blade

brake engagement when control bar is

released. Do not over tighten the fas-

teners holding the controls to the up-

per handle,

,,1==

°To change from medium low to high position only the

upper handle section will have to be turned over (See

Fig. 13A).

•To change from medium low to low position oniy the

lower hand e section will have to be turned over (See

Fig. 13B).

SHIPPING POSITION

MEDIUM LOW

FIG. 12A

HIGH

! H

FIG. 12B

LOW

FIG. 13A FIG. 13B

LOWER HANDLE

SQUEEZE

TO REMOVE

HAIRPIN CLIP

FIG. 14

ENGINE

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for

mixture control. If your engine does not operate pmpedy

due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn

mower to an authorized service center for repair or adjust-

ment.

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 ortoo slow,

take your _awn mower to an authorized service center for

repair and adjustment.

STORAGE

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Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the

end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days

or more.

LAWN MOWER

When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean

it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in

a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

° Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are

secureiyfastened. Inspect moving parts for damage,

breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

,Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

HANDLE (See Fig. 15)

You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage.

•Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward

each other until the tower handle clears the handle

bracket, then move handle forward.

•Loosen upper handle mounting bolts enough to allow

upper handle to be folded back.

IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR

STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD

THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE

CONTROL CABLES.

-When setting up your handle from the storage position,

the lower handle will automatically lock into the mowing

position.

LOWER HANDLE

BRACKET

SQUEEZE TO

FOLD

HAIRPIN

COTTER

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

FOLDFORWARD

FORSTORAGE

FOLD BACKWARD

MOWING

POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACtDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank.

•Start the engine and let it run untit the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

°Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age. 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 aflowthe stabilizerto reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDER

oRemove spark plug.

°Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole

into cylinder.

• Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and!or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give

.protection from dust and dirt.

•Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

CAUTION: Neverstorethetawn mower

with gasoline in the tank inside a build-

ing where fumes may reach an open

flame or spark. Allow the engine to

cool before storing in any enclosure.

FIG. 15

REPAIR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER ,-- MODEL NO. 917.382781

57 24

•23,,

4.3

17 "] 35 42

22 2_1! _ 43

28 39

18 23

32 33

32 40

36 38

REPAIR PARTS

ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.382781

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 86902

2 145646X479

3 133169X479

4 103672X

5 84676X479

6 STD541425

7 131959

8 85827

9 51793

10 136376

11 130861

12 74350424

13 750097

14 850733X004

17 147613

18 700357X479

19 STD622506

20 86344

21 54583

22 700063X479

23 88652

24 700363X479

25 133335X479

26 140657

28 140629X479

29 140628X479

31 55187

32 700325X007

33 84920

34 t28415

35 87877

Control Bar

Upper Handle

Mulcher Plate

Rope Guide

Lower Handle

Locknut 1/4-20

Handle Bolt

Cable Clip

Hairpin Cotter

Handle Knob

Engine Zone Control Cable

Hex Head Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

Hex Washer Head Screw 10-24 x 1/2

Up-Stop Bracket

Rear Door Assembly Kit

Back Prate

Self Tapping Screw 10-24 x 5/8

Self Tapping Screw 10-24 x 1/2

Hex Head Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x !/2

Rear Baffle

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

Side Baffle

Discharge Baffle

Rear Deflector

Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)

Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

Wheel Adjusting Bracket

Spacer

Pop Rivet

Selector Knob

36 700331X004

37 145935X004

38 62335

39 84921

40 146248

42 83923

43 77400

44 85463

45 850998

46 48395

47 751592

50 700938X479

51 851084

52 850263

53 851074

54 146749

55 850977

56 144748

57 141245

58 146381

59 144747

-- 149061

Selector Spring

Axle Arm Assembly

Belleville Washer

Shoulder Bolt

Wheel and Tire Assembiy

Hex Flange Locknut

Hubcap

Danger Decal

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

Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #18, 22, 24, 44, 50)

Locknut 3/8-16

Front Baffle

Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 (Grd, 8)

Helical Lockwasher 3/8

Washer

Blade 20"

Blade Adapter

Tube Frame

Grass Bag

Engine - Craftsman Model No,143.954502

Throat Frame

Owner's Manual (English/Spanish)

Available accessories not included with lawn mower:

7_/133303

7_133723

7_/133623

7133500

7133300

7_133417

7133316

Clipping Deflector

Hi-Wheel Kit

Gas Can (2.5 gal.)

Fuel Stabilizer

SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)

Dust Shield

Mower Cover

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGaNE MODELNUMBER!43.954502

mDFJL_ SF.RIAI.

MWB_IS $

.193

82\

25O

CRAFTSMAN 4-.CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.954502

REF PART REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

136478A

2 26727

6 33734

7 36557

9 30200

12 36558

12B 34695

14 28277

15 30589

16 31383A

17 31335

18 650548

19 31361

20 32600

30 35798

40 36073

36074

36075

41 36070

36071

36072

42 36076

36077

36078

43 20381

45 30963B

46 32610A

48 27241

50 35990

52 29914

69 35261

70 34311D

72 36083

73 28833

80 30574A

81 30590A

82 30591

83 30588A

86 650488

89 611O04

90 611112

92 650815

93 650816

100 34443A

101 610118

103 650814

110 34961

119 36477

120 36476

125 36471

36472

126 29314B

29315C

130 6021A

135 35395

150 35991

Cylinder (Includes Reference 151 31673

Numbers 2, 7, 20 and 125) 169 27234A

Dowel Pin 172 32755

Breather Element 178 29752

Breather Body Assembiy (Includes 182 6201

Reference Numbers 6 and 12) 184 26756

Screw #10-24x 9/16 185 31384A

Breather Tube 186 34358

(Includes Reference Number 12B) 189 650839

Breather Tube Elbow 191 36559

Washer 195 610973

Governor Rod 200 35727

Governor Lever

Governor Lever Clamp 202 36482

Screw #8-32 x5/16 203 31342

Extension Spring 204 650549

Oil Seal 205 650777

Crankshaft 207 34336

Piston, Pin & Ring Set, Std. Size 215 32410

Piston, Pin & Ring Set, .010" Over 223 650451

Piston, Pin & Ring Set, .020" Over 224 34690A

Piston & Pin Assembly, Std. Size 238 650932

Piston & Pin Assembly, .010" Over 239 34338

Piston & Pin Assembly, .020" Over 241 35797

(Assemblies Include Ref. #43) 245 35066

Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size 250 35065

Ring Set, Piston, .010" Oversize 260 36420A

Ring Set, Piston, .020" Oversize 262 650831

Piston Pin Retaining Ring 275 36473

Connecting Rod Assembly 277 650988

(Includes Reference Number 46) 285 35000A

Connecting Rod Bolt 287 650926

Valve Lifter 290 30705

Camshaft (BCR) 292 26460

Oil Pump Assembly 298 28763

* Mounting Flange Gasket 300 34369B

Mounting Flange (Indudes 301 35355

Reference Numbers 72 thru 83) 305 35647

Oil Drain Plug 306 34265

Drain Plug Gasket 307 35499

Governor Shaft 309 650562

Washer 310 35648

Governor Gear Assembly 313 34080

(Includes Reference Number 81) 327 35392

Governor Spool 370 36260

Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 370A 36261

Flywheel Key 370B 35167

Flywheel 380 632569

Belteville Washer 390 590694

Flywheel Nut 400 36481

Solid State Ignition

Spark Plug Cover 416 36085

Screw, Torx T-15 #10-24 x 1

Ground Wire

* Cylinder Head Gasket

Cylinder Head

Exhaust Valve, Standard Size

Exhaust Valve, 1/32" Oversize

Intake Valve, Standard Size

Intake Vatve, 1/32" Oversize

(All Valves Include Reference #151)

Screw 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)

Valve Spring

417 650760

RPM Settings:

Valve Spring Cap

* Valve Cover Gasket

Valve Cover

Nut and Lock Washer 1/4-28

Screw 1/4-28 x 7/8

* Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket

Intake Pipe (Includes Ref. #224)

Governor Link

Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8

S.E. Brake Bracket (Includes #t95)

Terminal

Control Bracket (Includes

Reference Numbers 202 thru 205)

Compression Spring

Screw #5-40 x 7/16

Screw #6-32 x 21/32

Throttle Link

Control Knob

Screw 1/4-20 x 1

* Intake Pipe Gasket

Screw #10-32 x 49/64

* Air Cleaner Gasket

Air Cleaner Collar

Air Cleaner Filter

Air Cleaner Cover

Blower Housing

Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

Muffler (includes Reference #277)

Screw 1/4-20 x 2-13/64

Starter Cup

Screw #8-32 x 21/64

Fuel Line

Fuel Line Clamp

Screw #10-32 x 35/64

Fuel Tank (Includes #292 and 301)

Fuel Cap

Oil Fill Tube

* O-Ring

O-Ring

Screw #10-32 x 1/2

Dipstick

Spacer

Starter Plug

Primer Decal

Lubrication Decal

Control Decal

Carburetor (Includes Ref. #184)

Rewind Starter

Gasket Set

(Includes All Items Marked *)

Spark Arrestor Kit (Optional)

(Includes Reference Number 417)

Screw #8-32 x 3/8 (Optional)

Low Speed: 2450-2750

High Speed: 3000-3300

NOTE: This engine could have been built with 590686

Starter. Refer to design of air intake louvers for part

identification. Individual starter parts do not interchange.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER143.954502

CARBURETOR NO. 632569 REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

632569

1 631615

2 631767

4 631184

5 631183

6 631616

7 650506

16 631775

25 631700

27 631024

28 632019

29 631028

30 631021

31 631022

35 632047

40 632071

44 631334

48 631027

Carburetor, Complete

(Includes #184 of Engine Parts List)

Throttle Shaft and Lever Assembly

Throttle Return Spring

Dust Seal Washer, Throttle

Dust Seal, Throttle

Throttle Shutter

Shutter Screw

Fuel Fitting

Float Bowl

Float Shaft

Float

Float Bowl "O" Ring

Inlet Needle, Seat &Clip

(Includes Reference Number 31)

Spring Clip

Primer Bulb/Retaining Ring

High Speed Bowl Nut

Bowl Nut Washer

Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent

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REWIND STARTER NO, 590694 i,iii,

REF PART

NO. NO.

'M 'UUUU II

DESCRIPTION

-- 590694

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590696

4 590601

5 590697

6 590698

7 590699

8 590700

11 590695

12 590535

13 590701

Recoil Starter, Complete

Spring Pin (Includes Reference #4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly

Starter Housing Assembly

(40 Degree Grommet)

Starter Rope (98" Long, 9/64" Dia.)

Starter Handle

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REWIND STARTER NO, 590686 REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

-- 590686

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590615

4 590601

5 590598

6 590616

7 590617

8 590618A

9 590619

10 590620

11 590687

12 590535

13 590452

Recoil Starter

Spring Pin (includes Reference #4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley Assembly (Includes

Reference Numbers 9 and 10)

Rewind Spring

Spring Cover

Starter Housing Assembly

(40 Degree Grommet)

Starter Rope (98 Long, 9/64" Dia.)

Starter Handle

NOTE: A[I component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch =.25.4 mm

,i ,11,,iiii

TROUBLESHOOTI POINTS

PROBLEM

i iiii

Does not start

Loss of power

i iii i

Poor cut -uneven

i, i1,,

Excessive vibration

i. iiii ii,

Starter rope hard to pull

Grass catcher not filling

(If so equipped)

i. i .111111,1..

Hard to push

CAUSE

Dirty air filter,

Out of fuel.

Stale fuel.

Water in fuel.

5. Spark plug wire is disconnected.

6, Bad spark plug.

7. Loose blade or broken blade adapter.

8, Controt bar in released position

9, Control bar defective

i1,, i ii ,111,,111

1, Rear of lawn mower housing/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 fasL

1. Worn. bent or loose blade.

2, Wheet heights uneven,

3, Low engine speed,

4, Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

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, Cutting height too low,

2, Lift on blade worn off.

3, Catcher not venting air.

4, Low engine speed,

1. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low.

2, Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging

in grass,

3. Grass calchar too fulL

4. Handle height position not right for you.

CORRECTION

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fill fuel tank.

3. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and 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. J,i,i1,,i

1, Set in "Higher Cut" position,

2. Set in "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. Contact an authorized service center/department.

4. Clean underside of mower housing.

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt,

Contact an authorized service center/department,

1, Depress control bar to upper handle before

puUing starter rope,

2, Contact an authorized service center/department,

3, Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface

to start engine.

1. Raise cutting height,

2, Replace blade.

3, Clean grass catcher.

4, Contact an authorized service center/department,

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.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.382781

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

4.5 HORSEPOWER

20" REAR DISCHARGE

3 in ONE Convertible

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Each lawn mower has its own model number. Each en-

gine has its own model number.

The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a

decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.

The model number for your engine wi]l be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most

Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

oPRODUCT -LAWN MOWER

•MODEL NUMBER - 917.382781

-ENGINE -CRAFTSMAN -MODEL NO. 143.954502

o PART NUMBER

oPART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell.

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