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Owner's Manual

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6.0 HORSEPOWER

21" REAR DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.389350

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

• Espa_ol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

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

VisitourCraftsmanwebsite:www.sears.com/craftsman

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

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

Assembly .............................................. 5

Operation .............................................. 6

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 10

Maintenance ......................................... 10

Product Specifications .......................... 11

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

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

Troubleshooting ................................... 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 workman-

ship.

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, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, iLLINOIS 60179

IMPORTANT." This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I.GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual(s) before starting. Be thor-

oughly familiar with the controls and the

proper use of the machine before

starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the

discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who

are familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which

could be picked up and thrown by the

blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area. 2

•Do not operate the mower when

barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Always wear substantial foot wear.

• Do not pull mower backwards unless

absolutely necessary. Always look

down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

• Do not operate the mower with proper

guards, plates, grass catcher or other

safety protective devices in place.

• See manufacturer's instructions for

proper operation and installation of

accessories. Only use accessories

approved by the manufacturer.

• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

drives, walks, or roads.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment, before cleaning

the mower or unclogging the chute.

•Shut the engine (motor) off and wait

until the blade comes to complete stop

before removing grass catcher.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Never operate machine in wet grass.

Always be sure of your footing: keep a

firm hold on the handle and walk; never

run.

• Disengage the self-propelled mecha-

nism or drive clutch on mowers so

equipped before starting the engine

(motor).

• If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when operat-

ing mower.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

• Slopes are a major factor related to slip

and fall accidents which can result in

severe injury. All slopes require extra

caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do

not mow it.

DO:

• Mow across the face of slopes: never

up and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

footing could cause slipping.

II1.CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the trimming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and while walking'backwards,

look behind and down for small

children.

• Never allow children to _operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine (motor) running. Disconnect

the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the plug to prevent acciden-

tal starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachement bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never attempt to make wheel height

adjustments while the engine (motor) is

running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Do not change the engine governor

setting or overspeed the engine.

&Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERTH! YOUR

SAFETYISINVOLVED.

& CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

&WARNING: Engine exhaust,some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of Californiato cause

cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

&WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

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

r..i"_'-*-f"t °. _ -_

MULCHER KITS

@GRASS CATCHERS _GRASS CATCHERS

FOR FOR

REAR DISCHARGE SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS SPARK PLUGS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS

AIR FILTERS

WHEELS

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 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.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN

MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

• Raise lower handle section to operating

position and squeeze the bottom ends

of lower handle towards each other

until the pin in handle can be inserted

into one of the three height adjustment

holes.

• Remove protective padding, raise

upper handle section into place on

lower handle and tighten both handle

knobs.

• 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.

Handle 3-position

Handle

pin adjustment

bracket

Operator

presence

control bar

handle

Li_ up

Lower

handle

Mowing

position

TO INSTALL ATACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to

be used as a mulcher. To convert to

bagging, see "To convert mower" in the

OPERATION section of this manual.

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 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

Operator presence control

bar

Starter handle ine zone control cable

Handle

filler cap

Engine oil cap

with dipstick Lawn mower housing

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.

Operator Presence Control Bar- must be

held down to the handle to start the engine.

Release to stop the engine.

Primer - pumps additional fuel from the

carburetor to the cylinder for use when

starting a cold engine.

Starter Handle - used for starting the engine.

The operation of any lawn

mower can result in foreign

objects thrown into the eyes,

which can result in severe eye

ays 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 USEYOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

The engine speed was set at the factory for

optimum performance. Speed is not adjust-

able.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

=0ACAUTION: 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 controlbar which

requires the operator to be positioned

behind the lawn mower handle to start and

operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

• Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut.

• Adjust cuttingheight to suit your require-

ments. Medium positionis bestfor 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

Cut Plate Tab A

Lcwer Wheels for High t\ _

_=_:-__ _e r

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

TO CONVERT MOWER

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging :

REAR BAGGING

• Lift rear door of the lawn mower and place

the grass catcher frame hooks onto the

door pivot pins

• To convert to mulching operation, remove

grass catcher and close rear door

Pivot pins

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

•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.

Bac

handle

/Grass

catcher

frame

handle

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

• 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.

ACAUTION: 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.

TO START ENGINE

NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the

engine, a small amount of smoke may be

present during the initial use of the

product and should be considered

normal.

• 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. Gasoline filler

cap

Engine oil

cap

MOWINGTIPS

•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.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of.built-up grass and

trash. Clean UNDERSIDE OF MOWER

HOUSING after each use. See "Cleaning"

in 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 disperse into the grass and

not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quicklyto provide nutrientsfor

the lawn. Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will provide

the best recuttingaction 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,

mow slowly and raise the rear of the lawn

mower one wheel adjuster setting higher

than the front.

• 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 firstcut path.

• Change your cutting pattem from week to

week. Mow northto south one week then

change to east to west the nextweek. This

will help prevent matting and graining of

thelawn.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,_, _ ./_ ./_ _-0_/'/_'/

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE _._/_/S ERVIC E TES

Check for Loose Fasteners _'

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(If Equipped) i_ _4 _ I_

MClean Lawn Mower

Clean Under Dhve Cover

(Power-Propelled Mowers)

W Check drive belt/pulleys

(Power- Propelled Mowers) IP#

a Check/SharpenlReplace Blade _3

Lubrication Chart If

Clean Battery/Recharge

(Electric Start Mowers) I_ 1_4

NE Check Engine Oil Level _#'

Change Engine Oil i_'r,2

IG Clean Air Filter _# 2

Inspect Muffler

N Clean or Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

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

2 - Service more often when operating in ditty or dusty conditions¸

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

4 - Charge 48 hours at 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

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

• Check engine oil level.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION

CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

Wheel

adjusters

3rake spring

bracket

(_ Engine oil

Rear

door ) Handle bracket

hinge mounting pin

1_) SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) SAE 30 MOTOR OIL. REFER TO

ENGINE - MAINTENANCE 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

SERIAL 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

VALVE CLEARANCE: 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.

LAWI_I MOWER

Always observe safety roles when _rforming

-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 carburetQr 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).

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

• 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 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

keyway

Bolt Crank

Lockwasher Hardened Blade shaft

washer Trailing adapter

edge

GRASS 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, SH or

SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-30" -20' 40 ° O" 10" 20°30"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED 9EFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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°E 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.

• 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 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

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 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.

• Put air filter cover and filter into collar

aligning the tab with the slot.

• Push in on cover and turn clockwise to

tighten.

Collar

Slot

Clip Turn

counter--

clockwise to

remove

Air flit clockwise

Air filter cover to tighten

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it

could create afire 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 underside of mower

housing after each use.

_CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come in contact with the spark

plug.

• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure

air filter and carburetor are up. Clean

the underside of your lawn mower by

scraping to remove build--up of grass

and trash.

• 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.

A, CAUTION: Before performing any

service or 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.

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 handle on your lawn mower has

three (3) height positions - adjust to height

that suits you.

• Squeeze the bottom ends of lower

handle towards each other until the pin

in handle can be inserted into one of

the three height adjustment holes.

Low

Handle pin

3-position

Handle

adjustment

bracket

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 ctipping 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

ENGINE

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 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 authorized

service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

ENGINE SPEED

Your engine speed has been factory set. Do

not attempt to increase engine speed or it

may result in personal injury. If you believe

that the engine is running too fast or too slow,

take your lawn mower to an authorized

service center for repair and adjustment.

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.

• Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on

sides of the upper handle and allow

handle to fold down to the rear.

• Squeeze the bottom ends of lower

handle toward each other until pins in

handle clear the brackets and pivot

entire handle assembly forward and

allow it to rest on mower.

• When setting up your handle from the

storage position, the lower handle will

require manually locking into the

mowing position.

IMPORTANT: When folding the handle for

storage or transportation, be sure to fold

the handle as shown or you may damage

the control cables.

_ Handle pin

3-position

- /" Handle

adjustment

bracket

Operator Presence

Control Bar

Upper

Handle

Fold Forward

For Storage

Mowing

Position

Fold

Backwar(

Lower

Handle

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. 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.

ENGINE OIL

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 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 protec-

tive 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.

ACAUTION: 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Does not start

Loss of power

1. Dirty air filter.

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 blade

adapter.

8. Control bar in released

position.

9. Control bar defective.

1. Rear of lawn mower housing

or cutting blade dragging

in heavy grass.

2. Cutting too much grass.

3. Dirty air filter.

4. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

5. Too much oil in engine.

6. Walking speed too fast.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fill fuel tank.

3. Drain tank and refill with

fresh clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor and refill tank

with fresh gasoline.

5. Connect wire to plug.

6. Replace spark plug.

7. Tighten blade bolt or

replace blade adapter.

8. Depress control bar to

handle.

9. Replace control bar.

1. Set to "Higher Cut"

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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Poor cut - uneven

Excessive

vibration

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Wheel heights uneven.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

1. Engine flywheel brake is on

when control bar is released.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

Starter rope hard

to pull

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Set all wheels at same

height

3. Clean underside of

mower housing.

Replace blade. Tighten

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

to start engine

Grass catcher 1. Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height,

notfilling(ifso 2. Lift on blade worn off. 2. Replace blade.

equipped) 3, Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher.

Hard to push 1. Grass is too high or wheel 1. Raise cutting height.

height is too low.

2. Rear of lawn mower

housing or blade dragging

in grass.

13. Grass catcher too full.

4. Handle height position not

right for you.

Raise rear of lawn mower

housing one (1) setting

higher.

Empty grass catcher.

Adjust handle height to

suit.

CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NO. 917.389350

33 40

31 35

37 36

33-

CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.389350

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 131696

2166860X479

3 161105X479

4 132001

5 63601

6 131959

7 66426

8 74780512

9 166785

10 164362

11 156577

12 750097

13 850733X004

14 136376

15 51793

17 165946X479

18 17600406

19 167132X004

20 167133X004

21 166858

22 168360X004

23 166875

24 751153

25 166236X479

26 166243X479

27 851856

28 63124

29 160835X007

30 19112222

31 151161

DESCRIPTION

Control Bar

Upper Handle

Lower Handle

RopeGuide

Locknut 1/4-20

Handle Bolt

WireTie

Hex Boll 5/16-18 x 3/4

Locknut 5/16-18

Shoulder Bolt

Engine Zone Control Cable

Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 1/2

Up-Stop Bracket

Handle Knob

Hairpin Cotter

Support Bracket

Screw

Axle Arm Assembly - LF

Axle Arm Assembly - RF

Rear Skirl

Setector Spring

Rear Door Assembly Kit (Incl. Springs)

Locknut 5/16-18

Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)

Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)

Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8

Nut

Wheel Adjusting Bracket - Front

Spacer

Wheel

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

33 87877

34 167130X004

35 57143

36 160828

37 151162

38 73990500

39 83923

40 77400

41 88652

42 165766

43 165767

44 165912

45 150406

46 85463

47 161551

48 167131X004

52 166872

53 851084

54 850263

55 851074

56 165833

57 851514

67 166113

68 165755

-- 161058

-- 174940

Selector Knob

Axle Arm Assembly - LR

Wave washer

Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

Wheel Assembly

Nut

Flanged Locknut

Hubcap

HingeScrew

Spring (LH)

Spdng(RH)

Door Bolt

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

Danger Decal

Adjustment Bolt

Axle Arm Assembly - RR

Housing Assembly (Incl. Ref. #17, 18 & 46)

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

Helical Lockwasher

Hardened Washer

21" Blade

Blade Adapter

Grass Bag

Catcher Frame

Engine- (See Breakdown) Craftsman 143.006008

Wa ruing Decal (Not Shown)

Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.006008

9OO _370A

400

161 ,160

130A

151 _130

135,,

157 I

153 _

15g

277_.

_'223 185

178

207

119

101

-285

.313

241

< 245

238

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

IVlUUPL NUMHkH 143.UU6008

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 36835A Cylinder (Incl. 2 & 20) 153 36649

2 26727 Dowel Pin 154 650913

6 33734 Breather Element 155 35624A

7 36557 Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) 157 650914

12 36775 Breather Tube 158 36629

12A 36558 Breather Cover & Tube 159 35626

(Incl. 12B) 160 36578

12B 36694 Breather Tube Elbow

14 28277 Washer 161 30063

15 30589 Governor Rod (Incl. 14) 178 29752

16 34839A Governor Lever 182 6201

17 31335 Governor Lever Clamp 184 26756

18 651018 Screw, Torx T-15, 185 37532

8-32 x 19/64" 186 32653

19 36281 Extension Spring 189 650831

20 32600 Oil Seal 191 36559A

30 37472 Crankshaft 195 610973

40 35544A Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.) 207 34336

35545A Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.0!0" 216 33086

OS) 223A 651043

35546 Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.020" 224 36581

OS) 238 650932

41 35541 Piston & Pin Ass',y. (Std.) 239 34338

35542 Piston & Pin Assy. (.010" OS) 241 35797

(Incl. 43) 245 35066

35543 Piston & Pin Ass'y. (.020" OS) 250 35065

(Incl. 43) 260 37475

42 35547A Ring Set (Std.) 261 30063

35548A Ring Set (.010" OS) 262 650831

35549 Ring Set (.020" OS) 275 37476

43 20381 Piston Pin Retaining Ring 277 650988

45 32875A Connecting Rod Ass'y. 285 35000A

(Incl. 46) 287 650926

46 32610A Connecting Rod Bolt 290 29774

48 35616 Valve Lifter 292 26460

50 37473 Camshaft (Exhaust MCR Incl. 298 28763

104) 300 36916

52 29914 Oil Pump Ass'y. 301 36246

69 35261 Mounting Flange Gasket 305 35647

70 34311E Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 thru 306 36996

83,306) 307 35499

72 30572 Oil Drain Plug (Incl. 73) 309 650562

73 28833 Drain Plug Gasket 310 35648

75 27897 Oil Seal 313 34080

80 30574A Governor Shaft 341A 36576

81 30590A Washer

82 30591 Governor Gear Ass'y. (IncL 81) 370 37269

83 30588A Governor Spool 370A 36261

86 650488 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 370C 37318

89 611004 Flywheel Key 370K 36695

90 611044 Flywheel 370R 37317

92 650815 Belleville Washer 380 640272

93 650816 Flywheel Nut 390 590737

100 34443B Solid State Ignition 400 36806B

101 610118 Spark Plug Cover

103 651007 Screw, Torx T-!5, 900

10-24 x 15/16" 900

104 37480 Cam Bushing

110 37047 Ground Wire

119 36738 Cylinder Head Gasket

120 37474 Cylinder Head (Incl. 151A)

:' 125 36471 Exhaust Valve (Std.)

(Incl. 151)

36472 Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS)

(Incl. 151)

126 29314C Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)

130 650912 Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"

130A650999 Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-41/64"

135 34645 Resistor Spark Plug (RN4C)

150 31672 Valve Spring

151 31673 Valve Spring Cap

151A 40016A Intake Valve Seal 37

Push Rod Guide

Rocker Arm Stud

Rocker Arm

Lock Nut

Push Rod

Rocker Arm Cover Gasket

Blower Housing Support

Bracket) (Plated)

Screw, Torx T-30, 1/4-20 x 1/2"

Nut & Lock Washer, !/4-28

Screw, 1/4-29 x 7/8"

Carburetor Gasket

Intake Pipe (Incl. 223 & 224)

Governor Link

Screw, 1/4-20 X 1/2"

S.E; Brake Ass'y. (Incl. 195)

Terminal

Throttle Link

R.P,M. Adjusting Lever

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-31/64"

Intake Pipe Gasket

Screw, 10-32 x 49/64"

Air Cleaner Gasket

Air Cleaner Collar

Air Cleaner Filter

Air Cleaner Cover

Blower Housing

Screw, Torx T-30, 1/4-20 x 1/2"

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"

Muffler (Inc!. 277)

Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-9/32"

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

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

Dipstick

Spacer

Blower Housing Support

Bracket

6.0 H.P. Craftsman

Lubrication Decal

Primer Decal (3X)

Decal Eager-1 Easy Start

Warning Decal

Carburetor (Incl. 164)

Rewind Starter

Gasket Set

(Incl. Items Marked *)

Replacement Engine NONE

Replacement Short Block

750862,

order from 71-999

RPM High 3000 to 3300

NOTE: This engine could have been built with

590694 starter

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1inch =25.4 mm

KEY

NO.

20A

36A

PART

NO.

----640272

631615

631767

631184 *

631183 *

640070

650506

631807

651025

630766

640018

640200

631867

631024 *

632019

631028

631O21 *

631022

640259

640080

632766

632547 *

640175

27110A *

630748 *

631027 "

632760B

DESCRIPTION

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 *)

;RAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143,006008

B--5

O--2

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

----590694

590599A

590600

590696

590601

59O697

590698

590699

590700

590695

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 ,,

Starter Rope ( 98 X 9/64 dia.)

Starter Handle

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

----59O737

590740

590616

590617

590618A

590687A

590535

590701

590760

DESCRIPTION

Rewind Starter

Retainer

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y

Starter Housing Ass'y

(40 degree grommet)

Starter Rope

(Length 98" x 9/64" dia.)

Starter Handle

Spring Clip

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