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MODEL NUMBER 917.383280
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®Assembly
Operation
, Customer
Responsibilities
Service
®Adjustments
®Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
OWNER'SMANUAL
SAFETY RULES
PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECTSPARK PLUGWIREAND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOTCONTACT SPARK
REPAIRS.
DNPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLSTO MINIMIZE THE RISK OFINJUR¥o YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH
CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF TttE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES°
TRAINING:
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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=
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Always stop the blade whenever you leave or are not using
your mower, or before c rossing driveways, walks, roads, an d
any gravel-covered areas..
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Do not allow children to use your mower_ Never aUow adults
to use mower without proper instructions_
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Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it.
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Keep the area of operation clear of a!l persons, especially
small children and pets.
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Use mower only as the manufacturer
scribed in this manual
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.
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Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in
any manner.. Always have damage repaired before using
your mower_
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Do not continue to run your mower if you hit a foreign object.
Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any damage before restarting and operating you mower.
Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended
by the manufacturer°
Use of such attachments may be
hazardous,
°
Do not change the cjovemor settings or overspeed the
engine° Engine damage or personal injury may result.
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Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally,. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine,
safely checkforthe cause of vibration and repair as required.
PREPARATION:
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Do not run the engine indoors.. Exhaust fumes are dangerous,
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Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear it of
all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects°
These objects witl be thrown by the blade and can cause
severe injury°
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Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and
while using your mower.
Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. Mow
across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might
lose your fcroting. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or
when changing directions - maintain good footing.
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Dress properly° Do not operate mower when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
Wear onty solid shoes with good
traction when mowing.
Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,
grass catcher or other safety devices in place.
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Check fuei tank before starting engine. Do not flU gas tank
indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot°
Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the
gas tank Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine,
intended and as de-
The blade turns when the engine is running.
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Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your
mower_ Never attempt to do this while the engine is running,
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Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
MAINTENANCE
OPERATION:
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Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being
cut. Do not let other interests distract you.
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Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never run while operating
your mower. Always be sure of your footing- keep afirm hold
on the handles and walk,
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts_ Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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AND STORAGE:
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Cheek the blade and the engine mounting botts often to be
sure they are tightened properly.
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Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working conditiono
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Keep all safety devices in place and working°
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To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, Ieaves
orrexcessive grease and oil.
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Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear and
replace worn bags. Use only replacement bags that are
recommended by and comply with specifications of the
manufacturer of your mower.
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Always keep a sharp blade on your mower_
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Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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Never store mower with fuel in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source
such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etco
,T.EANS-A.ENTJON!!!
BECO.E
A.ERT!!!
YOUR
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CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman Lawn Mower. tt has been designed, engineered
and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/Department.
Sears has competent, well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit..
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
PRODUCT
917,383280
SPECiFiCATIONS
HORSEPOWER:
3_5
DISPLACEMENT:
9.06 cu.. ino
GASOLINE CAPACITY:
1_5 quarts
(Unleaded)
OIL (20 oz.. Capacity):
SAE 30 (Above 32°F)
5W30 (Below 32=F)
SPARK PLUG (GAP °030 in..):
(0°76 ram)
Champion
RJ19LM or
Sears z_ 33312
or STD 361456
or STD 360950
VALVE CLEARANCE:
o006 ino
°008 in..
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF
PURCHASE
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR
OF THE LAWN MOWER HOUSING.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
MAINTENANCE
Intake:
Exhaust:
SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP:
.0125 in..
BLADE BOLT TORQUE:
35-40 ft.-Ibso
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
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LAMEED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For one year 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:
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Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts,
air cleaners and spark plugo
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Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts
maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.
and the failure to
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 WH{LE
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/731CR-W SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
RULES ....................................................
PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
CUSTOMER
WARRANTY
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2
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 ........ BACK COVER
3
RESPONSIBILITIES
............. 3, 11-13
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LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES
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ASSEMBLY
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OPERATION
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nNDEX
A
Accessories............................................5
Adjustments:
Carburetor .................................. 14
Handle Height ............................ 14
Height of Cut ................................ 9
Air Filter:
Service ........................................ 13
Assembly:
Handle .......................................... 6
Grass Catcher .............................. 6
B
Blade:
Sharpening ................................. 12
Replacement .............................. 12
C
Controls:
Operator Presence Control Bar..7
Speed Control .............................. 7
Customer Responsibilities .....3,11-13
Air Filter ...................................... 13
Blade Care/Replacement .......... 12
Engine .... ....._............................ 13
Lubrication ................................ 11
Spark Plug ................................. 13
E
Engine:
Oil Change ................................. 13
Oil Level ....................................... 9
Oil Type ........................................ 9
Starting ....................................... 10
Storage ....................................... 15
F
Fuel:
Type ..............................................9
Storage .......................................15
H
Handle:
Adjustment.................................14
Assembly .....................................6
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Lubrication:
Engine ........................................ 11
Brake Spring Bracket ................ 11
Handle Bracket Mounting Pin _ 11
Wheel Adjuster .......................... 11
M
Maintenance Agreement .................... :3
Mowing Tips ...................................... 10
Mowing Mulching Tips ..................... 10
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Oil:
Engine ........................................ 13
Storage .... .......,,_..._._,,,.,.,.. ! 5
Operation:
Operating Lawn Mower............... 8
Control Bar...................................7
Engine Speed Control ................. 8
Operator Presence Control Bar .........7
Options:
Attachments ................................. 5
4
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Repair Parts
Lawn Mower .......................... 16-17
Engine ................................... 18-20
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Responsib Uities, Customer .,.. 3, 11..13
S
Safety Rules ........................................ 2
Service and Adjustments:
Carburetor .................................. 14
Engine Speed ............................ 14
Handle ........................................ 14
Spark Plug ......................................... 13
Specifications ..................................... 3
Starting the Engine .......................... 10
Stopping the Engine ........................ 10
Storage .............................................. 15
T
Trouble Shooting Chart ................... 21
W
Warranty ............................................. 3
Wheels:
Wheel Adjusters .......................... 7
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced_ They are also available at most Sears retail outlets,
catalog and service centersr 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_
ENGINE
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SPARK PLUG
MUFFLER
AIR FILTER
GAS CAN
ENGINE OIL
STABILIZER
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If lawn mower is an electric start
CHARGER
BATTERY
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
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CLIPPING DEFLECTOR
REAR BAG
OPTUONAL
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SIDE DISCHARGE
CATCHER
OPTBONAL
CATCHER FOR
SRDEDUSCHARGE
LAWN MOWER
REPLACEMENT
BAG FOR REAR
DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
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BLADE
BLADE
ADAPTER
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LAWN MOWER
COVER
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Your lawn mower has been assembled at the factory
except for the grass catcher bag and the grass catcher
frame°
TO REMOVE
CARTON
LAWN MOWER FROM
UPPER HANDLE
UFT UP
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Remove loose parts included with mower.
Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel
down flat,
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Removeall 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 thoroughly for additional loose parts.
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OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROL BAR
MOWING POSITION
LOWER HANDLE
HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN
FIG. 1
MOWER
TO UNFOLD
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HANDLE
(See Fig. 1)
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 ASSEMBLE
GRASS
CATCHERFRAME
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CATCHER
FRAME OPENING
(See Fig. 2)
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Put grass catcher' frame into grass bag with stiff part of
bag on the bottom.
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.
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER° Compare the
illustrationswith your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of variouscontrols and adjustments, Savethis manual
for future reference.
OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE
STARTER
HANDLE
HANDLEKNOB
ENGINE OIL CAP WITH
DIPSTICK
GRASS CATCHER
ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER
PRIMER
AIR RLTER
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GASOLINE
FILLER CAP
LAWN MOWER HOUSING
WHEEL ADJUSTER
(ON EACH WHEEL)
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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
down to the handle to start the engine, Release 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.
ENGINE SPEED CONTROL - located on the side of the
engine which allows you to select either "HIGH"
"LOW" (,4_) engine speed_
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CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without mulcher plate in place and door
ENGINE SPEED
CONTROL LEVER
clipping
or grassor catcher
latch in deflector
locked position
approvedin
place. Never attempt to operate the
lawn mower with the rear door removed
or propped open.
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SPEED
CONTROL
(See Fig. 4)
PRIMER
The engine speed is controlled by a lever (red knob)
located on the side of the engine "HIGH" (,r_) position is
for starting the engine, normal cutting, and better grass
bagging° "LOW" (_)
position is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy_
ENGINE
ZONE
FIG. 4
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CONTROL
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CAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this
risk of blade contact injury. Do not unlawn mower in order to minimize the
der any circumstances
attempt to defeat the function of the operator control.
The blade turns when the engine is
running.
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REAR DOOR
Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be
positioned behind the lawn mower handte to start and
operate the tawn mower
TO INSTALL
FIG. 5
ATTACHMENTS
(See Figs. 5 & 6)
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a
mulcher To install attachments for bagging ordischarging:
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Open rear door, remove mulcher plate_
You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflector/.
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To return to mulching operation reverse the above
steps, BE SURE MULCHER PLATE IS INSTALLED
BEFORE USING FOR MULCHING OPERATION,
TO INSTALL
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GRASS
CATCHER
MULCHER PLATE
FIG. 6
(See Fig. 7)
HINGE
Lift the rear'door on the lawn mower housing and place
the grass catcher frame onto the formed up tabs on the
rear door hinge bracket_
The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower when
the rear door is lowered onto the grass catcher frame
BRACKET
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FORMED UP TA_
GRASS CATCHER FRAME
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FIG. 7
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TO EMPTY GRASS
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CATCHER
(See Fig. 8)
To remove grass catcher, release operator presence
control bar to stop engine°
Lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the
handle..
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Do not drag the bag when emptying;
unnecessary wear°
TO ADJUST
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cu'n'ING
HEIGHT
it will cause
(See Fig. 9)
Raise wheels for low 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 toward wheel.. Move wheel up or down to suit your
requirements
Be sure all wheels are in the same
setting.
BEFORE
STARTING
FIG. 8
LOWERWHEELS
FORHIGHCUT
RAISEWHEELS
FORLOWCUT
ENGINE
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A 20 oz. bottle of Pennzoil SAE 30 oil is included with your
new lawn mower.
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Remove engine oil cap and fill to the FULL line on the
dipstick,
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Use 20 ozs,. of oil, For type and grade of oil to use, see
"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this
manual.
°
POUR OIL SLOWLY. DO NOT OVERFILL°
Check oil level before each use Add oil if needed, Fill
to FULL line on dipstick
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To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time_
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Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten
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After the first two (2) hours of mowing, change the oit,
and every 25 hours thereafter.
You may need to
change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions°
FIG. 9
GAS
°
Fill gasoline tank with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline.
DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASOLINE.. BE CAREFUL
NOT TO OVERFILL TANK (See Fig.. 3).
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 for 30 days or longer. Drainthe gas
tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty_ Use fresh fuel next season See
Storage instructions for additional information°
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
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OPERATION
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TO START ENGINE
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To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times
before trying to start. Use a firm push° This step is not
usually necessary when starting an engine which has
already run for a few minutes.,
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Push engine speed control lever to HIGH (+._) position,
Hold operator presence control bar down to the
handle and pull starter' handle quickly.
DO NOT
allow starter rope to snap back.
To STOP engine, release operator presence control
bar+
NOTE: in cooler weather' it may be necessary to repeat
priming steps° In warmer weatherover priming maycause
flooding and engine will not starL If you do flood engine,
wait a few minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT
repeat priming steps.
MOWING
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FIG. 10
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.
o 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 nutrients for the lawn
Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed
as this will provide the best recutting action of the
blades._
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.
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 '"HIGH" (FAST)
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