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Owner's Manual

£RAFTXMAN°

6.0 HORSEPOWER

22" ECONOMY

SIDE DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.387430

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

• Maintenance

• EspaSol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ............................................... 2

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

Assembly .............................................. 4

Operation .............................................. 5

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 9

Maintenance ......................................... 9

Product Specifications .......................... 10

Service and Adjustments ...................... 13

Storage ................................................. 14

Troubleshooting ................................... 15

Repair Parts .......................................... 34

Parts Ordering ...................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,

lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in

the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman-

ship.

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

applies for only g0 days from the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

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

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

contained in the owner's manual.

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

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

while this product is in use in the United States.

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

vary from state to state.

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

Safety standards require operator

presence controls to minimize the risk of

injury. Your unit is equipped with such

controls. Do not attempt to defeat the

function of the operator presence controls •

under any circumstances.

TRAINING:

• Read this operator's manual carefully.

Become familiar with the controls and

know how to operate your mower

properly. Learn how to quickly stop

mower.

• Do not allow children to use your

mower. Never allow adults to use

mower without proper instructions.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, especially small children and

pets.

• Use mower only as the manufacturer

intended and as described in this

manual.

Do not operate mower if it has been

dropped or damaged in any manner.

Always have damage repaired before

using your mower.

De not use accessory attachments that

are not recommended by the manufac-

turer. Use of such attachments may be

hazardous.

The blade turns when the engine is

running.

PREPARATION:

• Always thoroughly check the area to be

mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,

wires, bones, and other foreign objects.

These objects will be thrown by the

blade and can cause severe injury.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields when starting and while using

your mower.

•Dress properly. Do not operate mower

when barefoot or wearing open

sandals. Wear only solid shoes with

good traction when mowing.

•Check fuel tank before starting engine.

Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the

engine is running or when the engine is

hot. Allow the engine to cool for several

minutes before filling the gas tank.

Clean off any spilled gasoline before

starting the engine.

• Always make wheel height adjustments

before starting your mower. Never

attempt to do this while the engine is

running.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

OPERATION:

• Keep your eyes and mind on your

mower and the area being cut. Do not

let other interests distract you.

• Do not mow wet or slippery grass.

Never run while operating your mower.

Always be sure of your footing -- keep

a firm hold on the handles and walk.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the

discharge opening at all times.

• Always stop the engine whenever you

leave or are not using your mower, or

before crossing driveways, walks,

roads, and any gravel--covered areas.

• Never direct discharge of material

toward bystanders nor allow anyone

near the mower while you are operating

it.

• Before cleaning, inspecting, or repair-

ing your mower, stop the engine and

make absolutely sure the blade and all

moving parts have stopped. Then

disconnect the spark plug wire and

keep it away from the spark plug to

prevent accidental starting.

• Do not continue to run your mower if

you hit a foreign object. Follow the

procedure outlined above, then repair

any damage before restarting and

operating you mower.

• Do not change the governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Engine damage

or personal injury may result.

• Do not operate your mower if it vibrates

abnormally. Excessive vibration is an

indication of damage; stop the engine,

safely check for the cause of vibration

and repair as required.

• Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust

fumes are dangerous.

• Never cut grass by pulling the mower

towards you. Mow across the face of

slopes, never up and 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

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 deterio-

ration and wear and replace worn

bags. Use only replacement bags that

are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of

your mower.

• Always keep a sharp blade on your

mower.

• Allow engine to cool before storing in

any enclosure.

• Never store mower with fuel in the tank

inside a building where fumes may

reach an open flame or an ignition

source such as a hot water heater,

space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONH! BECOMEALERT!H YOUR

SAFETY _S INVOLVED.

ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

_,WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

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

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

centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model

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

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHER KITS

__ GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS

AIR FILTERS

WHEELS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in

its entirety before you attempt to assemble

or operate your new lawn mower.

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the

engine.

Your new lawn mower has been as-

sembled at the factory with the exception of

those parts left unassembled for shipping

purposes. 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 neces-

sary to ensure proper tightness. All parts

such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., neces-

sary to complete the assembly have been

placed in the parts bag.

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.

• 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.

HOWTOSETUPYOURLAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

•Raise handles until lower handle

section locks into place in mowing

position.

• Remove protective padding, raise

upper handle section into place on

lower handle and tighten both handle

knobs.

• Remove handle padding holding

operator presence control bar to upper

handle.

•Your lawn mower handle can be

adjusted for your mowing comfort.

Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the Service

and Adjustment section of this manual.

Operator presence control

Upper handle ,_/Liftupj _)

Lift up %., !/7 NMowing

_,',_-_ "_:.'.;"-\'iL_,) !,/,/ position

_-_ _ Lower

handle

KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN

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

location of various controls and adiustments. Save this manual for future reference.

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

product. Learn and understand their meaning.

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

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Engine zone control cable,,, presence control bar

Throttle con

Starter

knob

Gasoline Engine oil cap with dipstick

Housing

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is

shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE Wheel adjuster

in the engine. (on each wheel)

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 Commis-

sion. The blade turns when the engine is running.

Operator presence control bar -must be Primer - pumps additional fuel from the

held down to the handle to start the engine, carburetor to the cylinder for use when

Release to stop the engine, starting a cold engine.

Throttle control- used for starting engine and Starter handle -used for starting the engine.

allows you to select either fast or slow.

The operation of any lawn mower

can result in fore_n objects thrown

into the eyes, which can result in

severe eye damage. Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating your

lawn mower or performing any adjustments

or repairs. We recommend a wide vision

safety mask over spectacles or standard

safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

The engine speed is controlled by a

throttle located on the side of the upper

handle. Fast position is for starting,

normal cutting, trimming and better grass

bagging. Slow position is for light cutting,

trimming and fuel economy.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

A, 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 control. The blade

turns when the engine is running.

•Your lawn mower is equipped with an

operator presence control bar which

requires the operator to be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle to start and

operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST cLrn'ING HEIGHT

•Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut.

• Adjust cutting height to suit your require-

ments. 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.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned

when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.

Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)

allow lever to be positioned between the

plate tabs.

Lower wheels for high

cut

Raise wheels for low cut

NOTE: Your lawn mower has been

shipped ready for mulching operation. To

convert to discharging operation, you

must install the discharge deflector

attachment included with your mower.

TO CONVERT TO DISCHARGING

MOWER

Your mower is shipped ready to be used

as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or

discharging:

•Lift discharge guard and remove

mulcher plate.

•Mower can now be used for side

discharge or optional grass catcher can

be attached.

•To return to mulching operation, simply

reinstall mulcher plate as shown.

_,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn

mower without discharge guard,

approved grass catcher or mulcher plate

in place. !Hooks

H°usti_

openi

Hinge

rod

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL

Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the

engine.

•Be sure mower is level and area around oil

fill is clean.

•Remove engine oil cap and fillto the full

line on the dipstick.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into

engine for accurate dipstick reading.

• Engine holds 20ozs. of oil. Fortypeand

grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in

Maintenance section of this manual.

•Pour oil slowly. De not over fill.

•Check oil level 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.

• Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may need

to change the oil more often under dusty,

dirty conditions.

ADD GASOUNE

NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove

and discard the debris plug that is inside

the tank.

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel

freshness.

A, WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (catted gasohot or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the 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.

_I=CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use

gasoline near an open flame.

Engine oil cap

Gasoline filler

cap

(Discard

debris plug

inside)

TO START ENGINE

• To start a cold engine, push primer

three (3) times before trying to start.

Use a firm push. This step is not

usually necessary when starting an

engine which has already run for a few

minutes.

•Move throttle 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.

• To stop engine, release operator

presence control bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be

necessary to repeat priming steps. In

warmer weather over priming may cause

flooding and engine will not start. If you

do flood engine, wait afew minutes

before attempting to start and do not

repeat priming steps.

MOWING TIPS

•Under certain conditions, such as very

tall grass, it may be necessary to raise

the height of cut to reduce pushing

effort and to keep from overloading the

engine and leaving clumps of grass

clippings. It may also be necessary to

reduce ground speed and/or run the

lawn mower over the area a second

time.

•For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the

width of cut by overlapping previously

cut path and mow slowly.

•For better grass bagging and most

cutting conditions, the engine speed

should be set in the fast position.

•For side discharge lawn mowers,

cutting in a counter-clockwise direction,

starting at the outside of the area to be

cut, spreads grass clippings more

evenly and puts less load on the

engine. To keep clippings off of

walkways, flower beds, etc., make the

first cuts in aclockwise direction.

• Pores in cloth grass catchers can

become filled with dirt and dust with

use and catchers will collect less grass.

To prevent this, regularly hose catcher

off with water and let dry before using.

• Keep top of engine around starter clear,

and clean of grass clippings and chaff.

This will help engine air flow and

extend engine life.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE

section of this manual.

• The special mulching blade will recut the

grass clippings many times and reduce

them in size so that as they fall onto the

lawn they will d_erse 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 recurring action of the

blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet

grass tends to form clumps and interferes

with the mulching action. The best time to

mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At

this time the grass has dried and the newly

cut area will not be exposed to the direct

sun.

• For best results, ad)ust the lawn mower

cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. If the lawn is overgrown it will be

necessary to raise the height of cut to

reduce pushing effort and to keep from

overloading the engine and leaving

clumps of mulched grass. For extremely

heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut

by overlapping previously cut path and

mow slowly.

Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be mulched

a second time to completely hide the

clippings. When doing asecond cut, mow

across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

Change your cutting pattem from week to

week. Mow north to south one week then

change to east to west the next week. This

will help prevent matting and graining of

the lawn.

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Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(If Equipped) _ V/_

MClean Lawn Mower

O Clean Under Drive Cover

(Power-Propelled Mowers) 1_

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RE {Power-Propetled Mowers)

Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade _1_3

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Clean Battery/Recharge

Electric Start MowersII_ I/4

ECheck Engine Oil Level

NChange Engine Oil ll/_.2

GClean Air Filter (i/2

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NClean or Replace Spark Plug i/

EReplace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

I-Change more t_len wht,nopera_m9under a heaw load ovin high ant_ent ternpera_t_t'es.

2-Servicemore often when operaling indirty or dusty conditions.

3-Replace blades more oftenwhen mowingIn sandysoil.

4 - Charge 48 hoursal end of season.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive full

value from the warranty, operator must

maintain mower as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual should be

checked at least once each season.

•Once a year, replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter element and check

blade for wear. A new spark plug and

clean/new air filter element assures proper

air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run

better and last longer.

•Follow the maintenance schedule in this

manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION

CHART').

LUBRICATION CHART

_)Wheel adjuster (_)Mulcher door

oil

(_)Handle bracket

mounting pin

_Spray lubricante

_Refer to MAINTINANCE "ENGINE"

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 feel they must

be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

;ERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OILTYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM

VALVECLEARANCE:

iNTAKE: .004 - .008

EXHAUST: .004 - .008

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: .0125 IN.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.

The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the

lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above.

LAWNMOWER 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.

Always observe safety rules when performing

any maintenance.

TIRES

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may cause

tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results, mower blade must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

TO REMOVE BLADE

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make

sure air filter and carburetor are up.

• Use 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.

• Remove blade and attaching hardware

(bolt, lock washer and hardened

washer).

TO REPLACE BLADE

• Position the blade adapter on the

engine crankshaft. Be sure key in

adapter and crankshaft keyway are

aligned.

•Position blade on the blade adapter

aligning the two (2) holes in the blade

with the raised lugs on the adapter.

• Be sure the trailing edge of blade

(opposite sharp edge) is up toward the

engine.

•Install the blade bolt with the lock

washer and hardened washer into

blade adapter and crankshaft.

• Use block of wood between blade and

lawn mower housing and tighten the

blade bolt, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend

sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure

the blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause eventual damage to lawn mower or

engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, drive anail

into abeam 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.

Blade

Crankshaft

Ke_ keyway

Lockwasher

Crank

Blade

bolt

Hardened Trailing Blade adapter

washer edge

GRASS CATCHER

(If purchased as an accessory)

•The grass catcher may be hosed with

water, but must be dry when used.

• Check your grass catcher often for

damage or deterioration. Through

normal use it will wear. If catcher

needs replacing, replace only with a

manufacturer approved replacement

catcher. Give the lawn mower model

number when ordering.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with

API service classification SF, SG or SH. Select

the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your

expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

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°1=. Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation orat least once ayear 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. 13ghten oil plug securely

each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to

drain oil, drain fuel tank by running

engine until fuel tank is empty.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

• Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a

clean surface.

• Tip lawn mower on its side as shown

and drain oil into a suitable container.

Rock lawn mower back and forth to

remove any oil trapped inside of

engine.

• 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 oil cap.

• Reconnect spark plug wire to spark

plug.

Container

6" 16"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE N4EXT OIL CHANGE 11

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.

TO CLEAN AiR FILTER

•Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.

•Carefully remove cartridge.

•Clean by gently tapping on a flat

surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge.

_I_CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as

kerosene, are not to be used to clean

cartridge. They may cause deterioration

of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do

not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

•Install cartridge, then replace cover

making sure the tabs are aligned with

the slots in the back plate. Fasten

screw securely. Back

plate

Cover

tabs

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it

could create a tim hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make

your engine start easier and run better. Set

spark plug gap at .030 inch.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance, kiip

mower housing free of built-grass and trash.

Clean the underside of your mower after

each use.

_,CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come in contact with the spark

plug.

•Clean the underside of your lawn mower

by scraping to remove build-up of grass

and trash.

•Clean engine often to keep trash from

accumulating. A clogged engine runs

hotter and shortens engine life.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of

all gasoline, oil,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.

Cartridge

Cover

Slots

CAUTION: Before performing any

service and adjustments:

•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 CUTTING HEIGHT

See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in

the Operation section of this manual.

DISCHARGE GUARD

The discharge guard, attached to the

discharge opening of your lawn mower, is

provided to prevent the possibility of

injury resulting from objects being thrown

out of the discharge opening into the

operator mowing position. If the discharge

guard becomes damaged, it should be

replaced.

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the

rear wheels of your mower, is provided to

minimize the possibility that objects will

be thrown out of the rear of the mower

into the operator mowing position. If the

deflector becomes damaged, it should be

replaced.

TO ADJUST HANDLE

The handle can be mounted in a high or

low position. The mounting holes in the

bottom of lower handle are off center for

raising or lowering the handle.

•Remove upper handle and all parts

attached to lower handle.

• Remove hairpin cotters from lower

handle bracket mounting pin.

•Squeeze lower handle in to remove it

from mounting pins.

•Turn lower handle over to raise or

lower handle.

•Squeeze lower handle in and position

holes onto mounting pins on handle

bracket.

• Reassemble upper handle and all

parts removed from lower handle.

Rotate

ENGINE

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 engine is running too fast or

too slow, take your mower to an autho-

rized service center for repair and

adjustment.

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor has a non-adjustable

fixed main jet for mixture control. If your

engine does not operate properly due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your

lawn mower to an authorized service

center for repair and/or adjustment.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

the proper engine speed. Overspeeding

the engine above the factory high speed

scan be dangerous, if you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center, which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

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 "CLEAN-

ING" in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and

pins are securely fastened. Inspect

moving parts for damage, breakage and

wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

HANDLE

You can fold your lawn mower handle for

storage.

• Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower

handle toward each other until the lower

handle clears the handle bracket, then

move handle forward.

• Loosen upper handle mounting belts

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

Squeeze to,_

remov_

_'_c°t_Piln \Mour"ng

Operator presence control bar

Upper handle

Fold forward for

storage

Fold

backward

Mowing

position

Lowe handle

ENGINE

FUELSYSTEM

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. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

•Start the engine and let if run until the fuel

lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

altemative in minimizing the formation of fuel

gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer

to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes

after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to

reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas

tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with

clean engine oil. (See"ENGINE" inthe

Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER

•Remove 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. Plas_ 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.

_I, CAUTION: Never store the lawn

mower with gasoline in the tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an open

flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

CAUSEPROBLEM

Does not start

Loss of power

Poor cut- uneven

1. Dirty air fiiter.

2. Out of fuel.

3. Stale fuel.

4. Water in fuel.

5. Spark plug wire is

disconnected.

6. Bad spark plug.

7. Loose blade or broken blad_

adapter.

8. Control bar in released

position.

9. Control bar defective.

1. Rear of lawn mower housinc

or cutting blade dragging

in heavy grass.

Cutting too much grass.

Dirty air filter.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

Too much oil in engine.

Walking speed too fast.

1. Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Wheel heights uneven.

3. Low engine speed

4. Buildup of grass, loaves

and trash under mower.

CORRECTION

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fillfuel tank.

3. Drain tank and refillwith

fresh clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor and refilltank

with fresh gasoline.

5. Connect wire to plug.

6. Replace spark plug.

7. T'_hten blade bolt or

replace blade adapter.

8. Depress control bar to

handle.

9. Replace control bar.

1. Set to "Higher Cur'

position.

2. Set to "Higher Cut"

position.

3. Clean/replace air filter.

4. Clean underside of mower

housing.

5. Check oil level.

6. Cut at slower walking

speed.

1. Replace blade. _ghten

blade bolt.

2. Set all wheels at same

height

3. Contact an authorized center/

department

4. Clean underside of

mower housing.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Excessive

vibration

Starter rope hard

topull

Grass catcher

not filling (if so

eq.ipped)

1. Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

,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. Lifton blade wom off,

3. Catcher not venting air.

4. Low engine speed

CORRECTION

1. Replace blade. -tighten

blade bolt.

2. Contact an authorized

service center,

1. Depress controlbar to

upper handle before

pulling starter rope.

2, Contactan authorized

servicecenter.

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mowerto cut

grassor to hardsurface

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Replace blade.

3. Clean grass catcher.

4. Contact an authorized center/

department

Hard to push 1. Grass is too high or wheel

height is too low.

2. Rear of lawn mower

housing or blade dragging

in grass.

3. Grass catcher too full.

4. Handle height position not

fight for you.

Raise cutting height.

Raise rear of lawn mower

housing one (1) setting

higher.

Empty grass catcher.

Adjust handle height to

suit.

SERVICE NOTES

ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.387430

4O 44

44 43

ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.387430

KEY PART

NO. NO

286902

3 132001

4 1697(_X479

5169_479

6 63601

7 131959

11 130861

12 750097

13 850733X004

16 136376

19 51793

21 165858

22 66426

23 160831

27 160832

30 160833

33 63124

34 170373X558

35 170374X568

36 16(_35X007

39 168360X004

40 701037

41 167131X004

43 19112222

44 160828

45 172720

46 83923

47 151162

DESCRIPTION

ControlBar

RopeGuide

Upc_rHandre

LowerHandle

Locknut1/4-20

HandleBolt5/16-18

EngineZone ControlCable

HexThraad RollingScrew #10-24x1/2

Up-StopBracket

HandleKnob

HairpinCotter

RearDeflector

WireTie

DischargeGuard

TorsionSpnng

HingeRod

Locknut5/16-18

Wheel Bracket Support (Left)

Wheel BracketSupport (Right)

Wheel BracketAdjuster

Selector Spring

SelectorKnob

AxleArm Assm.(RR)

Washer

ShoulderBolt

WheelAssembly(Reer)

Locknut 1/16-18

Wheel Assm(Front)

KEY PART

NO, NO DESCRIPTION

5O 774_0 Hubcap

51 74760514 Hex Head Bott5/16-18 x 3/4

52 150406 HexHead ThreadRollingscrew 3/8-16 x 1

55 85463 DangerDecal

59 161345 Lawn MowerHousing( Inc_.Key No. 55)

61 851514 BladeAdapter

62 141114 22"Blade

63 851074 HardeeedWasher

64 850263 HelicalLockwasher 3_

65 851084 Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 1/4Grd. 8

67 ...... Engine-( See Breakdown)Bdggs andStratton

ModetNo. 143.12HS02-2682-B1

70 167130X004 Axle Arm Asm.(LR)

72 167132X004 A,_eArmAsm. (LF)

73 167133X004 AxleArm Asm (RF)

74 751153 Nut

75 160830 Plate.Mulcher

76 161622 Clip.Closeeut

77 74760412 Hex Head scraw 1/4

78 700417 Throt_eControl

79 144929 Screw

80 111190X Cab_Clamp

81 83816 Screw

-- 171115 OwnefsManual(English/Spanish)

-- 161058 WarningDecal(NotShown)

Avai_oleaccessoriesnotincluded withlawnmower:

71 _ SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)

-- 33076 GrassCatcher

BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802

4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2682-B1

1102

II_ REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL,

I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL ]2o_ 22_

BR|GGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802

4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2682-B1

968

967

445

613 \_J

977 CARBURETOR 1

GASKET SET 53 _

617

121 CARBURETOR KIT

188

668

lO4_

11o Q

BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802

4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2682-B1

305 969

363

670 "_ 19o

921 1

"957

[1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION I

/---,

7 [ •

65A '_'

592 _50 _d:_-=_ _,!_ _

456

BRIGGS &STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802

4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2682-B1

56 __,

615

4o4_

616_

505 _

258 789

556

474 _

3_ 20 358 GASKET SET

177 _1087_ _,,._ 668

BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802

4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO, 2682-B1

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

493260 Cylinder Assembly

293708 Bushing/Seal Kit

299819 -_- Oil Seal

493279 Engine Sump

69 ! 160 Cylinder Head

272916 _+ Cylinder Head Gasket

495786 Breather Assembly

272481 -tr+ Breather Gasket

94650 Screw (Breather Assembly)

231933 Breather Tube

272198 -_ Crankcase Gasket

94547 Screw (Cylinder Head)

691680 Oil Drain Plug

498565 Crankshaft

399781 _ Oil Seal

691092 Screw (Engine Sump)

492177 Flywheel

222698 Flywheel Key

499429 Piston Assembly (Standard)

O.S.

499430 Piston Assy. (.010" O'S" ))

499431 Piston Assy. (.020"

499432 Piston Assy. (.030" O.S.)

499425 Ring Set (Standard)

499426 Ring Set (.010" O.S.)

499427 Ring Set (.020" O.S.)

499428 Ring Set (.030" O.S.)

263190 Piston Pin Lock

499423 Piston Pin

499424 Connecting Rod

94699 Screw (Connecting Rod)

262651 Exhaust Valve

262652 Intake Valve

691270 Valve Spring

93312 Valve Retainer

493737 Governor/Oil Slinger

690548 Valve Tappet

691449 Cam Gear

497465 Intake Manifold

272199 _Intake Gasket

692524 Screw (Carburetor)

94526 Screw (Intake Manifold)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

55 691421 Rewind Starter Housing

56 498144 Starter Pulley

57 498144 Rewind Starter Spring

58 281464 Starter Rope

(Cut to Required Length)

60 281434 Starter Rope Grip

65A 94904 Screw (Rewind Starter

Housing)

81 223664 Muffler Screw Lock

95 94098 Screw (Throttle Valve)

97 493267 Throttle Shaft

104 231371 •Float Hinge Pin

t 10 O<l.Washer (Sold in Kit Only)

117 494870 Main Jet

121 498260 Carburetor Kit

125 498170 Carburetor

127 •Welch Plug (Sold in Kit Only)

130 224908 Throttle Valve

133 398187 Carburetor Float

134 398188 •Needle Valve (Includes Seat)

137 04, Float Bowl Gasket

(Sold in Kit Only)

146 94388 Timing Key

159 224815 Support Bracket

163 272653_•_Air Cleaner Gasket

177 280393 _O-Ring Seal

187 492790 Fuel Line

188 693399 Screw (Control Bracket)

190 94511 Screw (Fuel Tank)

202 262579 Mechanical Governor Link

209 263044 Governor Spring

222 497203 Control Bracket

227 690783 Governor Lever

258 94512 Screw (Brake)

287 94511 Screw (Oil Fill Tube)

300 497838 Exhaust Muffler

304 493293 Blower Housing

305 691108 Screw (BlowerHousing)

306 690450 Cylinder Shield

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

_r Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

• Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number

121.

• Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref

Number 977.

+ Inccluded in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref

Number 1095.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802

4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2682-B1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

307 690345

332 94877

333 802574

334 94731

337 802592

356 497833

358 497316

363 19069

383 89838

404 690272

423 93758

425 94872

443 94873

446 491588

455 225121

456 281503

459 281505

474 492841

505 231082

523 495264

525 495265

529 281299

556 94512

562 92613

584 692342

585 272238

592 94908

597 94943

601 93053

608 497680

613 94231

615 690340

616 691306

617 270344

618 262749

621 396847

635 66538

668 493823

DESCRIPTION

Screw (Cylinder Shield)

Nut (Flywheel)

Magneto Armature

Screw (Magneto Armature)

Spark Plug

Stop Wire

Gasket Set

Flywheel Puller

Spark Plug Wrench

Washer (Governor Crank)

Screw (Interlock Switch)

Screw (Air Cleaner Cover)

Screw (A/C Primer Base)

A]C Cartridge Filter

Flywheel Cup

Pawt Friction Plate

Ratchet Pawl

Alternator

Nut (Governor Lever)

Dipstick

Oil Fill Tube

Grommet

Screw (Alternator)

Bolt (Governor Lever)

Breather Passage Cover

-_ Breather Passage Gasket

Nut (Rewind Starter Housing)

Screw (Pawl Friction Plate)

Fuel Line Clamp

Rewind Starter

Screw (Exhaust Muffler)

Retainer

Governor Crank

04, Intake Manifold Seal

Spring

Stop Switch

Spark Plug Boot

_r Spacer (Includes 2)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

670 280512 Fuel Tank Spacer

687 94515 Screw

(Breather Passage Cover)

689A 263073 Friction Spdng

708 691321 O, Throttle Shaft Seal

741 262598 Timing Gear

789 493380 Wiring Harness

847 495263 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

851 493880 Cable Terminal

869 691155 Valve Seat (Intake)

870 690380 Valve Seat (Exhaust)

871 63709 Guide Bushing (Intake Valve )

262001 Guide Bushing

(Exhaust Valve )

910 94510 Stud (Alternator)

921 497233 Blower Housing Cover

922 262640 Brake Spring

923 691994 Brake

935 398758 Interlock Switch

957 397974 Fuel Tank Cap

966 496116 NC Primer Base

967 493537 Pra Cleaner Filter

968 281340 Air Cleaner Cover

969 94696 Screw (Blower Housing Cover)

970 94749 Screw (Support Bracket)

972 495224 Fuel Tank

975 493640 Float Bowl

976 496115 Carburetor Primer

977 498261 Carburetor Gasket Set

1019 494256 Label Kit

1036 695111 Label Kit-Emission

1058 273693 Owner's Manual

1059 398540 Screw/Washer Kit

1087 280966 _ O-Ring Seal

1095 498526 Va{ve Overhaul Gasket Set

1102 232153 Guide Pilot

---- 12JSO2-1915-E1Replacement Engine

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

• Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number

121.

•Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref

Number 977.

+ Inccluded in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref

Number 1095.

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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