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Owner's Manual

JCRAFTSMIIN'J
6.25 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.
917.388340

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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance

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Espa_ol
Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman

website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ..............................................
Safety Rules ........................................
Assembly .............................................
Operation .............................................
Maintenance
Schedule .......................
Maintenance
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2
2
4
6
10
10

Product Specifications ......................... 11
Service and Adjustments ..................... 14
Storage ................................................
15
Troubleshooting
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16
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 workmanship.
If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.
Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest
Sears Service Center/Department
in the United States. This warranty applies only while
this product is in use in the United States.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

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.
• Do not use accessory attachments that
are not recommended by the manufacturer. 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.
2

• 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.

• 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 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.
• 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.

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 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 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.

ALook for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions.
It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!!
YOUR
SAFETY IS 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.
_kWARNING
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

MULCHER

CATCHERS
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS

KITS

STABILIZER

GRASS

FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
GRASS
LAWN CATCHERS
MOWERS
GAS CANS

LAWN MOWER

MAINTENANCE

AIR FILTERS

MUFFLERS

SPARK

PLUGS

A
BELTS

BLADES

BLADE ADAPTERS

WHEELS

ENGINE OIL

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM
CARTON

Read these instructionsand 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 assembled
at the factory with the exception of those parts
left unassembled for shipping purposes. All
parts such as nuts, washers, belts, 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 proper tightness.

• Remove loose parts included with mower.
• Cut down two end comers 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.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER

TO INSTALL A'I-rACHMENTS

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

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

IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so as
not to pinch or damage control cables.
• Raise handles until lower handle section
locks into place in mowing position.
• 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
bar

presence

cont

Upper handle _
Lift up

Mulcher plu_c

ACAUTION:
Do not run your lawn
mower without mulcher plug in place or
approved clipping deflector or grass
catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear
door removed or propped open.

Mowing
position

Lower handle

KNOW YOUR 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 adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literaturesuppliedwith the product.Learnand understand
there meaning.

CAUTION
OR WANNING

ENGINE
ON

ENGINE
OFF

FAST

SLOW

CHOKE

Engine zone control cable

OIL

DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY

Operator presence control bar

Starter handle

FUEL

__
Handle knob

Grass

Gasoline cap

Mulcher plug

Primer
Housing

Engine oil
cap w/
dipstick

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

Wheel adjuster
(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 Commission. The blade
tums when the engine is running.
Starter handle - used for starting the engine.
Mulcher plug - must be removed to convert to
bagging or discharging operation.

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.

The operation of any lawn
mower can result in foreign
objects thrown into the eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
while operating your lawn mower or
performing any adjustments or repairs.
We recommend a wide vision safety mask
over spectacles or standard safety
glasses.
HOWTO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed was set at the factory
for optimum performance.
Speed is not
adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

TO AI-rACH GRASS CATCHER
• Lift the rear door of the lawn mower
and place the grass catcher frame
hooks onto the door pivot pins.
• The grass catcher is secured to the
lawn mower housing when the rear
door is lowered onto the grass catcher
frame.
A, 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.
door
Grass
catcher
handle

ACAUTION:
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.

Pivot
pins

Catcher
frame hook

TO EMPTY GRASSCATCHER
• Lift up on grass catcher using the frame
handle.
• Remove grass catcher with clippings
from under lawn mower handle.
• Empty clippings from bag using both
frame handle and bag handle.
NOTE:
Do not drag the bag when
emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

TO ADJUST cUTrlNG HEIGHT
• Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels
for high cut.
• 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.
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.

Bag handle

Grass
frame
handle

Plate Tab

Lower Wheels for High Cut

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

AI_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.

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 fill to the
full line on the dipstick.
NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into
engine for accurate dipstick reading.
• Engine holds 20 ozs. of oil. For type
and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE"
in Maintenance
section of this manual.
• Pour oil slowly. Do 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 GASOLINE

Engine oil cap
\
\

Gasoline filler cap

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.
• 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 a few minutes
before attempting to start and do not
repeat priming steps.

• 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.
AWARNING:
Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation
of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage.
To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season.
See Storage Instructions
for additional information.
Never use
engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may
occur.

MOWING TIPS

MULCHING

• Under certain conditions, such as very
tall grass, it may be necessary to raise
the height of cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of grass
clippings. It may also be necessary to
reduce ground speed and/or run the
lawn mower over the area a second
time.
• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut by overlapping previously
cut path and mow slowly.
• For better grass bagging and most
cutting conditions, the engine speed
should be set in the fast position.
• When using a rear discharge lawn
mower in moist, heavy grass, clumps of
cut grass may not enter the grass
catcher. Reduce ground speed
(pushing speed) and/or run the lawn
mower over the area a second time.
• If a trail of clippings is left on 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 grass clippings and chaff.
This will help engine air flow and
extend engine life.

IMPORTANT:
For best performance,
keep mower housing free of built-up
grass and trash. See "Cleaning" in
Maintenance section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

• 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.
• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action.
The best time to mow your lawn is the
early afternoon. At this time the grass
has dried and the newly cut area will
not be exposed to the direct sun.
• For best results, adjust the lawn
mower cutting height so that the lawn
mower cuts off only the top one-third of
the grass blades. If the lawn is
overgrown it will be necessary to raise
the height of cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of mulched
grass. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow
slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a
second cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.
• Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting
and graining of the lawn.

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Lawn Mower
Drive Cover

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(Power-Propelled
Mowers)
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Mowers)

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Clean Air Filter

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Replace
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Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
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

RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION

The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence.
To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain mower as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug,
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

(_) Wheel adjuster

/(_)

Engine oil

(_) Brake spring
Bracket

Rear door hinge
/

(_) Handle bracket mounting pin
(_

Spray lubricant

_) Refer to Maintenance

• Check engine oil level.
• Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated
TION CHART").

CHART

"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.

(See "LUBRICA-

PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS

SERIALNUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE:

1.5 QUARTS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)
2O OZS.

OIL CAPACITY:

CHAMPION
INTAKE:
EXHAUST:

SPARK PLUG (GAP: .030")
VALVE CLEARANCE:

RJ19LM OR J19LM
.004 - .008
.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.

LAWN MOWER

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and
check the key inside hub of blade adapter.
The key must be in good condition to work
properly. Replace adapter if damaged.
TO REPLACE BLADE

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.

• 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.

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 counterclockwise.
• Remove blade and attaching hardware
(bolt, lock washer and hardened
washer).

IMPORTANT:
treated.

Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

TO SHARPEN

BLADE

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

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 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.
Crank shaft
Blade
keyway

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity
oils
will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32°F. Check your
engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running
low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in
one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each five (5)
hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil
level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to
drain oil, drain fuel tank by running
engine until fuel tank is empty.

Key
Blade

Blade
bolt
Lock
washer

GRASS

• 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
overfill.
• Replace engine oil cap.
• Reconnect spark plug wire to spark
plug.

Crank
shaft
Hardened
washer

edge

Blade
adapter

CATCHER

• The grass catcher may be hosed with
water, but must be dry when used.
• Check your grass Catcher often for
damage or deterioration.
Through
normal use it will wear. If catcher
needs replacing, replace only with a
manufacturer approved replacement
catcher. Give the lawn mower model
number when ordering.
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.

Container

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and
may be damaged by using a dirty air
filter.
Replace the air filter every year, more
often if you mow in very dusty, dirty
conditions.
Do not wash air filter.
TO CHANGE AIR FILTER
• Remove the air filter 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.
• Put air filter cover and filter into collar
aligning the tab with the slot.
• Push in on cover and turn clockwise to
tighten.

Clip

Turn
counter
clockwise
remove

Slot
Air filter

Tab
Air filter
cover

Turn
clockwise

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as
it could create a fire hazard and/or
damage.
SPARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to
make your engine start easier and run
better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT:
For best performance,
keep mower housing free of built-up
grass and trash. Clean the underside of
your mower after each use.
ACAUTION:
Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make
sure air filter and carburetor are up.
Clean the underside of your lawn
mower by scraping to remove build-up
of grass and trash.
• 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.

tighten

ACAUTION:
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

cu'n'ING

See "TO ADJUST

Lower
handle

Rotate

HEIGHT

CU-I-rlNG

HEIGHT"

in the

Operation section of this manual.
REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the rear
wheels of your lawn mower, is provided to
minimize the possibility that objects will be
thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the
operator's mowing position. If the rear
deflector becomes damaged, it should be
replaced.

TO ADJUST HANDLE
The handl_ can be mounted in a high or
tow 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.

TO ASSEMBLE
GRASS CATCHER
• Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
with rigid part of bag on the bottom.
Make sure the frame handle is outside
of the bag top.
• 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.
&CAUTION:
Do not run your lawn mower
without clipping deflector or approved
grass catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear
door removed or propped open.
Catcher
frame
handle

Frame
opening

ENGINESPEED
Mowing
position

_,
',-_',
I

Low position

Mowing

position

,(-;]
1

Your engine speed has been factory set.
Do not attempt to increase engine speed
or it may result in personal injury. If you
believe that the engine is running too fast
or too slow, take your lawn mower to an
authorized service center for repair and
adjustment.

High position

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
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous,
if you think the
engine-governed
high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest authorzed
service center, which has proper

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.

Upper
Operator presence control bar
>FS_.) handle

LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a period
of time, clean itthoroughly,remove all dirt,
grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
• Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" 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 bolts
enough to allow upper handle to be folded
back.
IMPORTANT: When folding the handle for
storage or transportation, be sure to fold the
handle as shown or you any damage the
control cables.
• When setting up your handle from the
storage position, the lower handle will
automatically lock into the mowing position.
Lower

Squeeze to fold

Fold foward

for storage

.ower

_,j,
_7'J'

handle

Fold
backward

Mowing
position

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent gum
deposits from forming in essential fuel system
parts such as carburetor, f 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 it 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
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.

bracket
Hairpin
cotter

ENGINEOIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with
clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the
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 nev_ spark plug.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your unit indoors and
cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.
• Cover your unit with a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do
not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe
which allows condensation to form and will
cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
_CAUTION:
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
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Does not start

1.
2.
3.

Dirty air filter.
Out of fuel.
Stale fuel.

1.
2.
3.

Water in fuel.

Spark plug wire is
disconnected.

6.
7.

Replace spark plug.
Tighten blade bolt or
replace blade adapter.
Depress control bar to
handle.

Bad spark plug.
6.
Loose blade or broken blade 7.
adapter.
Control bar in released
8.
position.
Control bar defective.
9.

Rear of lawn mower housin(

or cutting blade dragging
in heavy grass.
Cutting too much grass.

Set to "Higher Cut"
position.

Set to "Higher Cut"
position.
Clean/replace air filter.
Clean underside of mower

Loss of power

3.
4.

Poor cut- uneven

CORRECTION
Clean/replace air filter.
Fill fuel tank.
Drain tank and refill with
fresh clean fuel.
Drain fuel tank and
carburetor and refill tank
with fresh gasoline.
Connect wire to plug.

Replace control bar.

3.
4.

5.
6.

Dirty air filter.
Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.
Too much oil in engine.
Walking speed too fast.

Wom, bent or loose blade.

Wheel heights uneven.

Replace blade. lighten
blade bolt.
Set all wheels at same

Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.

height
Clean underside of

5.
6.

housing.
Check oil level.
Cut at slower walking
speed.

mower housin_l.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

PROBLEM

Excessive
vibration

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Wom, bent or loose blade.

Bent engine crankshaft.

Starter rope hard
to pull

Engine flywheel brake is on 1.
when control bar is released.
.

3.
4.

Bent engine crankshaft.

Blade adapter broken.
Blade dragging in grass.

3.
4.

Replace blade. 5ghten
blade bolt.
Contact an authorized
service center.
Depress control bar to
upper handle before
pulling starter rope.
Contact an authorized
service center.
Replace blade adapter.
Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface

Grass catcher
not filling (if so
equipped)
Hard to push

1.
• 2.

Cutting height too low.
Lift on blade wom oft.

Catcher not venting air.

Grass is too high or wheel
height is too low.
Rear of lawn mower

3.
4.

housing or blade dragging
in grass.
Grass catcher too full.
Handle height position not
right for you.

1.
2.
3.

Raise cutting height.
Replace blade.
Clean grass catcher.

Raise cutting height.

Raise rear of lawn mower
housing one (1) setting
higher.
Empty grass catcher.
Adjust handle height to
suit.

3.
4.

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.388340

S4
75

61
3O
14

31-

29
13

27
3O

f
16

27
51
27

26
41

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.388340

KEY
NO,

1
2
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
20
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
34
35
36
37

PART
NO,

165452X479
156577
150425
66426
136376
86902
170947
128415
1,50050
STD512505
77400
156374X479
700385X479
133190X479
140661X479
63601
140540
83923
700325X007
151157
142748
62335
145935X004
87877
700331X004
146630
700327X007
700326X007
150078

DESCRIPTION

Upper Handle
Engine Zone Control Cable
Mulcher Plug
Wire Tie
Handle Knob
Control Bar
Rear Door Kit
Pop Rivet
Self Tapping Screw #10-16 x 1/2
Hex Tapping Screw w/Seres 1/4-20 x 1/2
Hubcap
Back Plate
Side Baffle
Discharge Baffle
Rear Baffle
Keps Locknut 1/4-20
Rear Skiff
Hex Flange Nut
Wheel Adjusting Bracket (Front)
Wheel
Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 x 1
Spring Washer
Axle Arm Assembly
Selector Knob
Selector Spring
Spacer
Wheel Adjusting Bracket (Right)
Wheel Adjusting Bracket (Left)
Thread Cutting Screw w/Sems 5/16-18 x 3/4

KEY
NO.
38
39
40
41
44
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
56
57
58
59
61
64
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
- - -

PART
NO.
751592
173569X479
173570X479
150406
174850
851514
141114
851074
850263
851084
170031
85463
88652
51793
157081X479
131959
132001
17600406
170938
170939
165912
950733X004
750097
174849
169931
161058
174847

Avairable accessories
-D/98 33313
- 71 33000

DESCRIPTION
Nut
Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)
Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)
Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8
Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #14, 15, 51 & 52)
Blade Adapter
Blade 22"
Hardened Washer
Helical Washer 3/8-24 x t-3/8 Gr. 8
Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8
Kit Baffle
Danger Decal
Hinge Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4
Haiq_in Cotter
Lower Handle
Handle Bolt
RopeGuide
Engine-Craftsman - Model No. 143.006200
Screw. Hx. Serrated. 1/4 x 20
Door Spring LH
DoorSpdng RH
Bolt
Upstop Bracket
Screw
Grassbag
Grassbag Frame
Waming Decal (Not Shown)
Owner's Manual (English/Spanish)
not included with lawn mower:
Clipping Deflector
SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL NO. 143.006200

371,.

298

370C 1"

,285
4OO

110_

135

130
126

101

120
119
416

125

275,

182
185

5
178

CRAFTSMAN
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
6
7
12
12A

37266
26727
33734
36557
36775
36558

12B
14
16
16
17
18

36694
28277
30589
34839A
31335
651018

19
20
30
40

36281
32600
36776
40004
40005

36070
36071

42
43
45

40006
40007
20381
36777

46
48
50
52
69
70

32610A
27241
37460
29914
35261
34311E

72
73
75
80
81
82
83
86
89
90
92
93
100
101
103

30572
28833
27897
30574A
30590A
30591
30588A
650488
611004
611112
650815
650816
34443B
610118
651007

110
119
120
125

37047
36787
36825
37288

126
130
135
150
!51
151A

37289
6021A
35395
31672
31673
40017

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL
KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION
Cylinder (Incl. 2,20 & 150)
Dowel Pin
Breather Element
Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A)
Breather Tube
Breather Cover & Tube
(Incl. 12B)
Breather Tube Elbow
Washer
Governor Rod (Incl. 14)
Governor Lever
Governor Lever Clamp
Screw, Torx T-15,
8-32 x 19/64"
Extension Spring
Oil Seal
Crankshaft
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.)
Piston, Pin & Ring Set
(.010" OS)
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.)
(Incl: 43)
Piston & Pin Ass'y.(.010"
OS)(Incl. 43)
Ring Set (Std.)
Ring Set (.010" OS)
Piston Pin Retaining Ring
Connecting Rod Ass'y.
(Incl. 46)
Connecting Rod Bolt
Valve Lifter
Camshaft (MCR)
Oil Pump Ass'y.
Mounting Flange Gasket
Mounting Flange
(Incl. 72 thru 83,306)
Oil Drain Plug (Incl. 73)
Drain Plug Gasket
Oil Seal
Governor Shaft
Washer
Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81)
Governor Spool
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
Flywheel Key
Flywheel
Belleville Washer
Flywheel Nut
Solid State Ignition
Spark Plug Cover
Screw, Torx T-15,
10-24 x 15/16"
Ground Wire
Cylinder Head Gasket
Cylinder Head
Exhaust Valve (Std.)
(Incl. 151)
Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)
Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)
Valve Spring
Valve Spring Cap
Intake Valve Seal

169
172
174
178
182
184

36783
36784
30200
29752
6201
26756

185
186
189
191
195
207
216
223
224
238
239
241
245
250
260
261
262
275
277
285
287
290
292
298
300
301
305
306
307
309
310
313
325
355
370A
370C
370K
370R
371
380
390
400

36785
32653
650839
36559A
610973
34336
33086
650451
36786
650932
34338
35797
35066
35065
36980
30200
650831
36790A
650988
35000A
650926
29774
26460
28763
36916
36246
35647
36996
35499
650562
35648
34080
37152
590701
36261
37318
36695
37317
37269
640262
590737
36792B

416

36085

417
900
900

650821

NOTE:
590694
NOTE:
inches

NO. 143,006200

DESCRIPTION
Valve Cover Gasket
Valve Cover
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28
Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8"
Carburetor To Intake Pipe
Gasket
Intake Pipe
Governor Link
Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/8"
S.E. Brake Bracket (Incl. 195)
Terminal
Throttle Link
R.P.M. Adjusting Lever
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"
Intake Pipe Gasket
Screw, 10-32 x 49/64"
Air Cleaner Gasket
Air Cleaner Collar
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Cover
Blower Housing
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"
Muffler
Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-5/16"
Starter Cup
Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"
Fuel Line
Fuel Line Clamp
Screw, 10-32 x 35/64"
Fuel Tank (Incl. 292 & 301)
Fuel Cap
Oil Fill Tube
',',O':Ring
O -Ring
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"
Dipstick
Spacer
Spring Clip
Starter Handle (Black)
Identification Decal
Primer Decal (3 X)
Starter Decal
Warning Decal
6.5 H.P. Craftsman Decal
Carburetor (Incl. 184)
Rewind Starter
Gasket Set
(Incl. Items Marked *)
Spark Arrestor Kit
(Incl. 417)(Optional)
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" (OptiOnal)
Replacement Engine NONE
Replacement S/B 750860,
order from 71-999
RPM High 2900 to 3200

This engine could have been built with
starter).
All component dimensions given in U.S.
1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL

NO. 143.006200

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL

NO. 143.006200

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

----640262
1
631615
2
631767
4
631184
5
631183
6
640070
7
650506
16
631807
17
651025
18
630766
20
640018
20A 640200
25
631867
27
631024
28
632019
29
631028
30
631021
31
631022
35
640259
36
640080
36A 632766
37
632547
40
640175
44
27110A
47
630748
48
631027
60
632760B

Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List)
Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly
Throttle Return Spring
Dust Seal Washer
Dust Seal (Throttle)
Throttle Shutter
Shutter Screw
Fuel Fitting
Throttle Crack Screw/Idle Speed Screw
Tension Spring
Idle Restrictor Screw
Idle Restrictor Scrwe Cap (Black)
Float Bowl
Float Shaft
Float
Float Bowl "O" Ring
Inlet Needle, Seat, & Clip (Incl. 31)
Spring Clip
Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring
Main Nozzle Tube
Carburetor Tube
"O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube
High Speed Bowl Nut
Bowl Nut Washer
Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well
Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent
Repair kit (Incl. Items Marked *)

*
*
*

*
*
*
*

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL NO. 143.006200

B--5

KEY PART
NO. NO.
----590694
1
590599A
2
590600
3
590696
4
590601
5
590697
6
590698
7
590699
8
590700
11
590695
12

590535

590701

DESCRIPTION
Recoil Starter
Spring Pin (Incl. 4)
Washer
Retainer
Washer
Brake Spring
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y.
Starter Housing Ass'y.
(40 degree grommet)
StaRer Rope
( 98 X 9/64 dia.)
Starter Handle

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL

a--

KEY PART
NO. NO.
----590737
3
590740
6
590616
7
590617
8
590618A
11
590687A
12

590535

13
14

590701
590760

l! -7

DESCRIPTION
Rewind Starter
Retainer
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y
Starter Housing Ass'y
_I0 degree grommet)
arter Rope
_Length 98" x 9/64" dia.)
arter Handle
Spring Clip

NO. 143.006200

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