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SEA! S

DEL

o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer
Responsibilities
• Service
o Adjustments
io Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment

917.383370

OWNER'S MANUAL

SAFETY RULES
PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGW|RE ANDPLACEWlRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK

REPA,.S.

iMPORTANT

SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH
SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.

TRAINING:
,,

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

Always stop the blade whenever you leave or are not using
yourmower, orbefore crossing driveways, walks, roads, and
any gravel-covered areas

•

Do not allow children to use your mower. Never allow adults
to use mower without proper instructions,

•

Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it,

•

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially
small children and pets,

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,

Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in
any manner, Always have damage repaired before using
your mower,

Do not continue to run your mower ifyou 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 governor settings or overspeed the
engine Engine damage or personal injury may result,

The blade turns when the engine is running

Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine,
safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required_

Do not run the engine indoors, Exhaust fumes are dangerous.

Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you Mow
across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might
lose your footing
Do not mow excessivety steep slopes
Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or
when changing dlrect_ons - maintain good footing,

intended and as de-

PREPARATION:
°

Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear it of
all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects_
These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause
severe injury.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and
while using your mower

Dress properly.
Do not operate mower when barefoot or
wearing open sandals
Wear only solid shoes with good
traction when mowing,

Check fuel tank before starting engine Do not fill gas tank
indoors, when tile engine is running or when the engine is hot,
Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the
gas tank Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine.

•

Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your
mower Never attempt to do this while tile engine is running_

Mow oniy in daylight or good artificial light,

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 prope_iy

Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condition

Keep all safety devices in place and working

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves
or excessive grease and oil

Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear and
replace worn bags Use onfy replacement bags that are
recommended by and comply with specifications of the
manufacturer of your mower.

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.

Always keep a sharp blade on your mower

Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts
clear of the discharge opening at all times

Never stere mower with fuel in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source
such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc

Keep

I
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL
IT MEANS - ATTENTION!!!

TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS.
BECOME ALERT_!!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

Illllllll

PRODUCT

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman Lawn Mower. tt has been designed, engineered
and manufactured to give you the best possib}e 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 wilt
enable you to assemble and maintain your fawn mower
properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"
MODEL
NUMBER

917,383370

SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER:

4_0

DISPLACEMENT:

11 ,,05 cu, in,

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

1,,0 quart
(Unleaded)

O'i'L (20 oz,. Capacity):

SAE 30 (Above 32°F
5W30 (Below 32°F)

SPARK PLUG (GAP .030 in.):
(0..76 mm)

Champion
RJ 19LM or
Sears z_ 33312
or STD 361458
or STD 360950

SERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF
PURCHASE

VALVE CLEARANCE:

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WtLL 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

SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP:

..025 in.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE:

35-40 fL-Ibs..

AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product.

CUSTOMER

Intake:
008 in.
Exhaust: .008 in.

Contact your nearest Sears store for details°

RESPONSIBILITIES

o 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"

UiVlJTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual

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:
o

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 tN USE 1NTHE 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 60'179

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES .......................................
,............ 2
P RODUCTSPECIFICATiONS
..............................
3
CUSTOMER
WARRANTY

MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
..............................
11
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
,:....,_,._i_'i_._._14
STORAGE
...........................................................
15

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

LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES
..........................
ASSEMBLY
...........................................................

5
5

OPERATION

..........................................................

TROUBLESHOOTING
.........................................
REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ................

23
16-17

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ............................
18-20
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
........ BACK COVER

nNDEX
A
Accessories ............................................

Adjustments:
Carburetor .................................. 14
Engine Speed ............................ t4
Handle Height ............................. t4
Cutting Height .............................. 8
Air Filter:
Replacement .............................. 13
Assembly:
Handle ............................................ 5
Grass Catcher ............................... 6
Clipping Deflector ........................ 6
B
Blade:
Sharpening ................................. 12
Replacement ............................... 12
C
Controls:
Operator Presence Control Bar.. 8
Engine Zone Control ................... 8
Engine Speed Control ................. 8
Customer Responsibilities
..... 3, 11-13
Agreement ................................... 3
Air Filter ....................................... 13
Blade CarelReplacement
.......... 12
Engine ........................................
13
Grass Catcher ............................ 12
Maintenance Schedule .............. 11
Lubrication ................................. 11
Spark Plug .................................

E
Engine:
Oil Change ................................. 13
Oil Level .......................................
9
Oil Type ......................................... 9
Starting .........................................
9
Storage .......................................
15
F
Fuel:
Type .................................................. 9
Storage ........................................ 15
H
Handle:
Adjustment ................................. 14
Assembly ....................................... 5
L
Lubrication:
Engine ........................................
11
Wheel Adjuster .......................... t 1
Brake Spring Bracket ................ 11
Rear Door Hinge ......................... 11
M
Maintenance Agreement ..................... 3
Maintenance Schedule ..................... 11
Mowing Tips ......................................
Mulching/Mowing Tips .....................
O
Oil:
Engine ..........................................
Storage .......................................

10
10

9
15

Operation:
Operating Lawn Mower ............... 8
Control Bar ................................... 8
Speed Control ................................ 8
Operator Presence Control Bar ......... 7
Options:
Attachments ................................. 8
P
Repair Parts
Lawn Mower .......................... 16.17
Engine ...................................
18-20
R
Responsibilities,
Customer .,..3, 1t-13
S
Safety Rules ......................................... 2
Service and Adjustments:
Carburetor .................................. 14
Engine Speed ............................. 14
Handle ........................................
14
Rear Deflector ............................ 14
Spark Plug .........................................
Specifications
.....................................
Starting the Engine:
Speed Control ..............................
Stopping the Engine ...........................
Storage ..............................................
T
Trouble Shooting Chart ...................
W
Warranty ..............................................
Wheels:
Wheel Adjusters ........................

13
3
9
9
15
23
3
11

LAWN MOWER ACCESSOIR ES
These accessories were available, when this lawn mower was produced They are also available at most Sears retail Outlets,
catalog 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 appty to your lawn mower

ENGINE
,

;PARK PLUG

MUFFLER

AIR FILTER

GAS CAN

ENGINE OIL

,=,

STABILIZER

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE
BELT

BLADE

BLADE
ADAPTER

WHEELS

LAWN MOWER
COVER

ASSEMBLY
=,l ....................

Read these instructions and the Owner's 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, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to ensure propei" tightness_

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER
CARTON
o
.
.
•

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN
MOWER
•
°
°
°

HANDLE

UPPER HANDLE

FROM

Remove loose parts included with mower.
Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel
down flat.
Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding
operator presence control bar to upper handle,.
Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton
thoroughly for additional loose parts°

TO UNFOLD

OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROLBAR

MOWING

POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

FIG. 1
HANDLE
ADJUSTMENT
BRACKET
KNOB

BOLT

(See Figs. 1 & 2)

Raise lower handle section to operating po_ition and
align hole in handle with one of three height positioning
holes
Insert handle bolt through handle and bracket and
secure with knob
Repeat for opposite side of handle
Raise upper handle section to operating position, remove protective padding and tighten handle knobs
securely

FIGo 2
Remove any packing material from around control bar
Your handles may be adjusted for your mowing comfort, Refer to Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

ASSEMBLY
TO ASSEMBLE
AND ATTACH GRASS
CATCHER (See Figs. 3A 8=3B)
•

o
,,
,,

Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with stiff part of
bag on the bottom
Make sure the frame handle is
outside of the bag top
Slip vinyl bindings over frame
If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water
for a few minutes If bag gets wet, let it dry before using.
Lift the rear door of the lawn mower and place the
catcher frame side hooks onto the handle bracket
hooks
The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower
housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass
catcher frame

TO ASSEMBLE
(See Fig. 4A)

CLIPPING

DEFLECTOR

Install the deflector bar onto the clipping deflector with
two (2) ea #10-24 x 3/4" truss head screws, flat
washers and locknuts as shown

Tighten securely.

TO ATTACH CLIPPING
(See Fig. 4B)
=
o

CATCHER
FRAME
HANDLE

DEFLECTOR

FRAME
OPENING

FIG. 3A
CATCHER
FRAME SIDE

REAR DOOR

HOOK.

GRASS
CATCH E R
_,

BRACKET

Hook,.,..

FRAME

_,_\_

)

Lift rear door and install the clipping deflector bar legs
into the slots of the handle support brackets as shown
When the rear door is lowered it will rest on the top of
the clipping deflector and secure it to the mower
housing
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.
i

FIG. 3B
BAR
LOCKNUT

/DEFLECTOR

WASHER

TRUSS
HEAD

"CLIPPING
DEFLECTOR

___.._'--_-_---

SCREW_

FIG. 4A
REAR DOOR

DEFLECTOR

HANDLE
SUPPORT
BRACKET

SLOTS

_
N

CLIPPING
DEFLECTOR

FIG. 4B

_BAR"LEG"

OPERATmON
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOVCER : ::':
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

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROLBAR
STARTER
HANDLE

HANDLEKNOS

GRASS BAG
, GASOLINE

FILLER CAP

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL
PRIMER

ENGINE OIL CAP
WITH DIPSTICK

WHEEL ADJUSTER
(ON EACH WHEEL)

HOUSING

FIG. 5
i

......................

MEETS CPSC SAFETY

i,,u i_,

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 btade turns when the engine is running.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR - must be held
down to the handle to start the engine., Release to stop the
engine,
ENGINE SPEED CONTROL - located on the s'de of the
engine which allows you to select either fast ('_)
(,_,) engine speed,

or slow

PRIMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the
cylinder for use when starting a cold engine,
STARTER HANDLE - used for starting the engine,

................. ,,, i,nl,,,i

OPIERATiO
......

,, i

ii-n

i Ull,,ll,i

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE

SPEED

CONTROL

(See Fig. 6)

The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the
side of the engine Fast (<_,) position is for starting the
engine, normal cutting and better grass bagging_ Slow
(,_) position is for fight cutting, trimming and fuet economy.

ENGINE

ZONE

CONTROL

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 de-.
feat the function otthe operator control.
The blade turns when the engine is
running.
,H

PRIMER

FIG, 6
LOWER WHEELS
FOR HIGH CUT
%

RAISE WHEELS
FOR LOW CUT

_'_

,i, il

Your tawn 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
o
•
o

CUTTING

HEIGHT

(See Fig. 7)

FIG. 7

Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cuL
Wheels are set in low cut for shipping. Adjust cutting
height to suit your requirements_ Medium position is
best for most _awns.
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

TO iNSTALL

ATTACHiVIENTS

(See Fig. 8)

Your fawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a
mulcher.. To convert to bagging or discharging:
o Open rear door and remove mulcher plate,. Store
mulcher plate in a safe place..
o You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflector.
o To return to mulching operation, install mulcher plate
into discharge opening of mower. Be sure all tabs and
slots are seated properly°

MULCHER

PLATE t

TABS

FIG; 8

..... CAUT'i'ON: Donotrunyourlawnmower
=
without mulcher plate in place or approved clipping deflector or grass
FRAME HANDLE

catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door
.......
removed or propped open°
.....

TO EMPTY GRASS
(See Fig. 9)

CATCHER
FIG. 9

•

To remove grass catcher, release operator presence
control bar to stop engine
o Lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the
handle_
o Empty by shaking catcher with open end downward
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause
unnecessary wear

OPERATION
BEFORE

STARTING

ENGUNE
ENGINE OIL CAP
WtDIPSTICK

OIL (See Fig. 10)
Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine.
o
Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean.
o
Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to the full line
on the dipstick..
o
Use 20 ozs_ of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see
"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this
manual
o
Pour oil slowly, Do not over fill
o Check oil level before each use_ Add oil if needed. Fill
to full line on dipstick°
° To read proper leve_, tighten engine oil cap each time,
.
Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten
o 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

CAP

F1Go10

GAS (See Fig. 10)

TO START ENGHNE

•

Fill gasoline tank with fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.
DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASOLINE, BE CAREFUL
NOT TO OVER FILL TANK,,

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 fue! system should be emptied before storage 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 Instructions for additional information°
Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur_
o
Check oil level before each use° Add oil if needed_ Fill
to FULL line on dipstick,,
o To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time.
o
Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten,
o
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.

o
o

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.

Move engine speed control lever to fast (_) position.
Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle
and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter
rope to snap back_
o To stop engine, release operator presence control bar..
NOTE: in cooier weather it may be necessary to repeat
priming steps° In warmer weather over priming may cause
flooding and engine will not start If you do flood engine wait
a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat
priming steps°

OPERATmON
MOWING
°

.
o

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
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
grasscatcher Reduce ground speed (pushing speed)
and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second
time.

MAX. 1/3

FIG. 11

MULCHING

If a trail of clippings is left 6n the right side of a rear
discharge mower, mow in a clockwise direction with a
small overlap to collect the clippings on the next pass,
Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with
dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect less
grass, To prevent this, regularly hose catcher-off with
water and let dry before using.
Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of
grassciippings andchaff, Thiswitl hetpengineairflow
and extend engine life_

MOWING

TiPS

IMPORTANT:
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE,
KEEP
MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND
TRASH
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, Ais0, the mulched grass wili
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,
o

•

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 (See Fig,, 11)o tf 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 you r width of cut by
overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly,.
Certain types of grass and grass conditions may
require that an area be mulched a second time to
completely hide the clippings. When doing a second.
cut, mow across or perpendicular' to the first cut path_
Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow
north to south one week then change to east to west
the next week. This wilt help prevent matting and
graining of the lawn,.

CUSTOMER
MAINTENANCE

RESPONS BRL TIES

SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

SERVICE

DATES

Check for Loose Fasteners
(If Equipped) Grass Catcher
Clean/Inspect
Clean Lawn Mower

Inspect/Clean Drive Wheels
(Self-Propel_ed Mowers)
R ""S'harpen/Reptace Mower Biade
Lubrication Chart

V'3

Clean Battery/Recharge
...........
(Elect rtc.S,ta_ M,0we[s !..............................

E
N
G
I

Check Engine Oil Level
Chang e Engine Oil
€!ea n Air Filter
Inspect Muffler
N Replace Spark Plug
E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
1
2
3
4

$/'1,2
1_2

.....

....

$,_'2

Change more often when operating
under a heavy load or in high
Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions
Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil
Charge 48 hours at end of season

GENERAL

.......

ambient

temperatures

RECOMMENDATaONS

LUBRUCATION CHART

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
properly maintain your unit.

(_)

BRAKE
SPRING
BRACKET

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at least once each season.
o

Once a year, replace the spark plug, clean or replace
air filter element and check blade for wear.. A new
(_) ENGINE OIL

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
,
o

EACH

USE

(D REAR
DOOR
HINGE

Check engine oil level
Check for loose fasteners

LUBRICATNON
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION

SPRAY LUBRICANT

REFER TO CUSTOMER
SECTION..

(_WHEEL

RESPONSIBILITIES

ADJUSTERS

"ENGINE

CHART"),
IMPORTANT:
DO NOTOILOR
GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL
BEARINGS
VISCOUS
LUBRICANTS
WILL ATTRACT
DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF
THE SELF-LUBRICATING
BEARINGS.
IF YOU FEEL
THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED,
USE ONLY A DRY,
POWERED GRAPHITE
TYPE LUBRICANT
SPARINGLY

CUSTO
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RESPONSHBILmES
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LAWN MOWER
cRANKSHAFT &
BLADE
ADAPTER

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance_

TIRES
°
*

DETAIL

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or' insect control chemicals which can harm rubber
_L_

o
o

"_KEY

Re-

TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. 12)

HARDENED

CARE

For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp..
place bent or damaged blades
o

BLADE

EDGE

XDAPTER

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage.,

BLADE

TRAILING

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug
Turn lawn mower on its side.. Make sure air filter and
carburetor are up.
Use 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/t6" box or open-end wrench..
Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt, lock
washer and hardened washer)..

CRANKSHAFT
KEYWAY

LOCK WASHER

BLADE ADAPTER

TO SHARPEN BLADE
Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced_ An
unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn
mower or engine.
°
-

TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig. 12)
.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

FIG, 12

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
Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft
Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are
aligne&
o Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2)
holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter.
o Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp
edge) is up toward the engine.
,, Installthe blade bolt with the lockwasher and hardened
washer into blade adapter and crankshaft
o Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower
housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.
o The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft.. Ibs.
IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED

SHAFT
CRANK=='=

BLADE
BOLT

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 nail into a beam or
wall.. Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed. Place center hole of blade over the head of the
nail. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a
horizontal position.. If either end of the blade moves
downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is
balanced..

GRASS
• .,,
o

blade - but if

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 from Sears. Give the
lawn mower model number when ordering.

CUSTOMER

RESPONSBBBL TIES

ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating temperature,
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

_'g

-20 °

°c -_o

30 _

-_?° ._o"

TEMPERATURE

32 °

40 °

;°

RANGE ANTICIPATED

60 °

I'o
°

B0"

_o°

tOO_

3oo

CONTAINER

40:

BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG, 13

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
wilf result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F. Checkyour engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running [ow on oil

COLLAR

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,

CLIP

RN
,- _

"_...

_'_"

COUNTER-

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use., Tighten oil
ptug securely each time you check the oil level

/
CLOC
SEW,
A,R COVER
.OT, .T N

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig_ 13)
o
o
•
•
,
•
o
,
•

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug,
Be sure lawn mower is on levef surface,,
Oil will drain more freely when warm,
Catch oil in a suitable container.
Remove bottom oil drain plug,
After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely
Refitl engine with oil Pour slowly., Do not over fill,
Fill to top of slot inside of filler hoie,
Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug,

FIG, 14

SPARK

Change your spark plug each year to make your engine
start easier and run better, Set spark plug gap at ,030 inch,,

CLEANnNG
IMPORTANT:
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE,
KEEP
HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH,
CLEAN THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER AFTER
EACH USE.

AIR FILTER

CAUTION:

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by
using a dirty air filter,

Remove the air fitter 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.
Insert new filter into cover

Turn lawn mower on its side,, Make sure air filter and
carburetor are uF Clean the underside of your lawn
mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and
trash

Clean engineoften to keeptrash from accumulating, A
clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine lifeo
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil,etc

Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab
with the slot,

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig 14)

•
o
•
•

Disconnect spark plug wire

cannot
from
spark
come
plug
in and
contact
placewith
wirethe
where
sparkit
plug.

Repiace the air filter every year, more often if you mow in
very dusty, dirty conditions Do not wash air filter
•

PLUG

•
Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a
fire hazard and!or damage

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 fife

$ERVmCE AN
_

cAUTIoN:

BEFORE

PERFORMING

ADJUSTMENTS

ANY sERVioE'0R'AoJUSTMENTS_

......

Release control bar and stop engine.
Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped_
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug._

LAWN MOWER
TO ADJUST

HANDLE

(See Fig. 15)

HANDLE
ADJUSTMENT

The handle on your lawn mower has three (3) height
positions - adjust to height that suits you.
=

Remove knob and carriage bolt on one side of the lower
handle..

While holding handle assembly, remove knob and
carriage bolt from opposite side, align hole in handle
with desired hole in handle bracket and reassemble

KNOB

•

" HIGH

bolt and knob and tighten securely.
Align opposite side of handle with same positioning
hole and secure with bolt and knob.

REAR

DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached be'rween the rear wheels of
your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility
that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the lawn rnower
into the operator's mowing position_

FIG. 15

If the rear deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced°

ENGRNE
ENGINE SPEED
Your engine speed has been factory set_ Do not attempt to
increase engine speed or itmay result in personal ff_jury. If
you believe that your engine is running too fast or too slow,
take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for
repair and!or adjustment.

CARBURETOR
Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for
mixture control. If your engine does not operate properly
clue to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn
mower to an authorized service center for repair and/or
adjustment.

STORAGE
ENGgNE

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.

FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT:
iT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING lN 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 TH,E FUEL
SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE
o
Drain the fuel tank
o
Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty
o
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur
,,
Use fresh fuel next season.,

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..
o 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.
o Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are
securely fastened_ Inspect moving parts for damage,
breakage and wear. Replace if necessary
o Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting..

HANDLE

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container., Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container, Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor,, Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer

(See Fig. 16 & 17)

•
.

You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage.,
Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on sides of the upper
handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear
°
Remove the two (2) handle knobs and carriage bolts
on sides of the lower handle and pivot entire handle
assembly forward and allow it to rest on mower,
o Reinstall knobs and carriage bolts to lower handle or
handle brackets for safe keeping
°
When setting up your handle from the storage position,
the lower handle will require manually locking into the
mowing position.
IMPORTANTWHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR
STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD
THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE
CONTROL CABLES.,

ENGINE

Drain oil (with engine warm ) and replace with clean engine
oil. (See "ENGINE"
in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual).
-_

CYLINDER
.
•

Remove spark plug
Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole
into cylinder.
Pull starter handle slowly a few ti[nes to distribute oil
Replace with new spark plug.

o
o

OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROL BAR

OTHER

UPPER HANDLE

o
=

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 wilt cause problems,
o
If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.
o
Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and
wil! cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM

FOLD FORWARD
FOR STORAGE
FOLD BACKWARD

MOWING
POSITION

LOWER

OIL

HANDLE

FIGo 16
CAUTION:
HANDLE
ADJUSMENT
BRACKET

A
BOLT

KNOB

FIG, 17
1F

Never storethe

lawn mower

ing
fumes
open
with where
gasoline
in themay
tank reach
insidean
a buildflameorspark.
Altowthe engineto cool
before storing in any enclosure.

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