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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

987.889000

,_ Caution:

Read and Follow

All Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment,

CRAFTSMAN°

8 HORSEPOWER

33-INCH MOWER

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

•Service and Adjustments

•Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60179 U.S.A.

.FORM 1905122 (3/98)

SAFETY RULES

A AUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT

CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SET-

TING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS,

IMPORTANT

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

This curing machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and tl_rowing objects. Fail-

ura to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

8,

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from this product

containschemicals knownto the State of

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,or

otherreproductiveharm.

I. GENERALOPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the

machine and in the manuals. Be thoroughly familiar

with the controls and the proper use of the mower

before starting.

2. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Keep clear of the mower blade and discharge open-

ing at all times.

3.' Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar

with the instructions, to operate the mower.

4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, _oys, wire,

bones, sticks, etc., which could be picked up and

thrown by the blade.

5. Be sure the area is clear of other people before

mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.

Keep bystanders at least 25 feet away from the area

of operation.

6.

7.

Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing

open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.

Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely nec-

essary. Look down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

.

10.

11.

Do not operate the mower without proper guards,

plates, grass catcher or other safety protective de-

vices in place.

Refer to provided instructionsfor proper operation

and installation of accessories. Only use acces-

sories approved by Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks,

or roads.

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug whenever you leave the unit, be-

fore cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute.

12. Shut the engine off, wait until the blade comes to a

complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire

before installing or removing the mulcher cover or

the optional grass catcher. Make certain that the

grass catcher is securely attached before operating

the mower. Empty the grass catcher after each use-

decomposing debris could generate enough heat to

catch fire.

13. Mow in daylight or good artificial light.

14. Do not operate the mower while under the influence

of alcohol or drugs.

15. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of

your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk;

never run.

16. Disengage the Wheel Drive Lever on self-propelled

models before starting the engine.

17. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Then

check immediately for the cause. Vibration is gener-

ally a warning of trouble.

I

,_ LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. I

IT MEANS- ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!I! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. I

SAFETY RULES

18. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with

side shields when operating mower.

19. Watch for traffic when operating near, or when cross-

ing roadways.

20. Never attempt to carry children or other passengers

on the mower. They could fail off and be seriously in-

jured, or they could interfere with the safe operation

of the mower.

21. Check the operation of the Operator Presence Con-

trol before each use. See the Customer Responsibili-

ties Section of this manual for instructions. If the

mower blades rotate longer than three seconds after

the Operator Presence Control is released, the sys-

tem is not working properly. Immediately contact

your local Sears Service Center/Department for in-

structions. Do not use the mower until the mecha-

nism is repaired.

22. The mower is equipped with a safety discharge

chute, comes with a special mulcher cover and offers

an optional grass catcher. The safety discharge

chute must be working properly at all times. Never

attempt to disconnect or otherwise cause this dis-

charge chute to cease working. If used, mulcher

cover or grass catcher attachment must be installed

properly and function correctly. Do not use your

equipment otherwise.

23. Never run the engine in an enclosed area. Engine ex-

haust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas that is

ododess, colodess, and tasteless. Always run the en-

gine outdoors and make sure there is adequate

ventilation.

II. SLOPEOPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall acci-

dents 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. Avoid slopes greater than 15o.

Remove objects such as recks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide

obstacles.

DO NOT:

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The operator could loose footing or balance.

Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could

cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert

to the presence of children. Children are often at-

tracted to the mower and to the mowing activity.

Never assume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of a responsible adult.

2. Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area.

3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind

and down for small children.

4. Never allow children to operate the mower.

5. Use extra care when approaching blind comers,

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure

vision.

IV.SERVICE

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2.

3

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5.

Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are flammable and their vapors are explosive.

a) Use only an approved container.

b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel when the en-

gine is-running.Allow engine to cool before refu-

eling. Do not smoke.

c) Never refuel the machine indoors.

d) Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, such as a water

heater, etc.

e) Move mower away from any gasoline fumes be-

fore starting the engine.

Never run an engine inside a closed area.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine

running. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep

the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental

starting.

Keep all nuts and bolts, especially the blade attach-

ment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condi-

tion.

Never tamper with safety device s. Check their opera-

tion regulady.

SAFETY RULES

6. Keep mower free of grass, leaves or other debds

build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to

cool before storing.

7. After stdking an object, stop the engine and discon-

nect the spark plug wire. Inspect the mower and re-

pair, if necessary, before restarting.

8. Never attempt to mal_e mower cutting height adjust-

ments while the engine is running.

9. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-

age and deterioration, which could expose moving

parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check

components and replace with Sears recommended

parts, when necessary.

10. Mower blades are sha_rpand can cut. Wrap the blade

or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing

them.

11. Do not change the engine govemor setting or over-

speed the engine.

12. Do not touch engine parts which may be hot from

operation. Allow parts to cool completely before in-

specting, cleaning or repairing the mower.

13. To access the underside of the mower, tip the mower

rearward. Do not tip the mower forward or on either

of its sides, unless specifically advised to do so in

this manual.

14. Maintain or replace safety and instructional decals.

Refer to the Repair Parts Section for replacement

decal information.

4

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of aCraftsman

33-Inch Mower. It has been designed, engineered and

manufactured to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service

Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

machine.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

help you assemble and maintain your machine properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 8 HP

DISPLACEMENT: 19.43 CU. IN.

FUEL CAPACITY: 3 Quarts

SPARK PLUG (GAP .030-in.): Champion RJ-17LM

or equivalent

IGNITION " Electronic

NET ENGINE WEIGHT 57 LBS.

* InCanada,replacesparkplugwitharesistorplug.

MODEL NUMBER: 987.889000

SERIAL

NUMBER:

DATE OF

PURCHASE:.

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL LOCATED RIGHT SIDE OF

THE MOWER DECK.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH THE SERIAL NUM-

BER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A

SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

ASears maintenance agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

WARNING: This machine is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near

any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system

is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable lo-

cal or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working order by the

operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. This engine is not equipped with a

spark arrestor for the muffler. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest Sears autho-

rized service center. See the REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

DRead and observe the safety rules.

OFollow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and usingthis product.

OFollow the instructions under "CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES" and "STORAGE" sections of

this manual.

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN® POWER MOWER

Fortwo yearsfrom date of purchase,whenthis Craftsman® Lawn Moweris maintained,lubricated,andtuned up accordingto the

operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual,Searswill repairfree of chargeanydefect in material or workmanship.

If this Craftsman® LawnMower is used for commercialor rentalpurposes,this warrantyappliesfor only 90 days from the date of

purchase.

THIS WARRANTYDOESNOTCOVER:

•Expendable itemswhichbecome worn during normaluse,such asrotary mowerblades,bladeadanters,belts,air cleanersand

•Repairs necessary becauseof ooeratorabuseor negligence,includingbentcrankshaftsandthe failureto maintainthe eouiDment

according to the instructionscontainedin the owner's manual.

WARRANTYSERVICEIS AVAILABLEBY RETURNINGTHE'CRAFTSMAN®MOWERTOTHENEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTER]DE-

PARTMENTINTHE UNITEDSTATES.THIS WARRANTYAPPLIESONLYWHILETHIS PRODUCTIS INUSEIN THEUNITEDSTATES.

This warrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,andyou may also haveotherrightswhichvaryfrom stateto state.

Oneyear warranty on the following: #38700, #38607, #38712, #38720, #38721, #38725

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ................................................... 2

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................. 5, 23

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 5

WARRANTY .......................................................... 5

-ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ................ 7

ASSEMBLY ........................................................... 8

OPERATION ....................................................... 13

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................. 5, 23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................ 26

STORAGE ........................................................... 34

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 35

DECALS ................... ,.................... ;..................... 36

REPAIR PARTS -MOWER ................................. 37

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ................................. 46

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ........... Back Cover

INDEX

A

Accessories and Attachments .... 7

Adjustments:

Height of Cut .............. 15

Air Cleaner .................. 25

Assembly .................... 8

B

Blade:

Replacement ............. 32

Sharpening ................ 32

Blade Drive Control ........... 14

C

Carburetor .................. 26

Controls:

Blade Drive Control ......... 14

Cutting Height Lever ......... 15

Engine Throttle Control....... 16

Gear Select Lever........... 14

Operator Presence Control.... 13

Wheel Drive Control ......... 15

Customer Responsibilities:

Air Filter .................. 25

Blade Care/Replacement ..... 32

Engine ................. 24-25

Lubrication ................ 23

Spark Plug ................ 26

I}

Decals ..................... 36

E

Engine:

Air Filter .................. 25

Cleaning ................. 24

Oil ...................... 24

Operation ................. 13

Recoil Start Rope .......... 16

Spark Plug ................ 26

Storage .................. 34

F

Features/Controls ............ 13

Fuel Storage ............. 17, 34

Fuel Type ................... 17

G

Gear Select Lever ............ 14

!1

Handlebar:

Assembly .................. 9

I.

Lubrication:

Engine ................ 17, 23

Mower ................... 23

M

Maintenance:

Agreement .................. 5

Schedule ................. 23

Mowing Tips ................. 21

Mulching Cover ........... 15, 18

0

Off-Season Storage ........... 34

Oil ................... 17,23

Operation ................... 13

Operator Presence Control ..... 13

Op_ons ..................... 7

P

Parts List ................ 21-27

Product Specifications .......... 4

R

Recoil Start Rope ............ 16

Repair Parts ................. 37

Responsibilities, Customer ...5, 23

$

Safety Decals ............... 36

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

Service and Adjustments ....... 26

Spark Plug .................. 26

Specifications ................ 5

Starting/Stopping Engine ....... 19

Storage. ................... 34

T

Troubleshooting .............. 35

g

Unpacking ................... 8

W

Warranty .................... 5

Wheel Drive Control .......... 15

OPERATOR'S POSITION

All references in this Manual

to LEFT and RIGHT sides of

the mower are given from the

operator's position behind the

handlebars (unless specified

: otherwise).

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ACCESSORIES AND AI IACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available when the mower was purchased. They are also available at most

Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide

the model number of your unit.

ENGINE

Spark Plug

JGasCan Fuel Stabilizer Motor Oil

MOWER

GrassCatcher Belt Blade

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag Contents

©

Flat Washer,

5/16"

Qty:4

CotterPin,

3/32" x 5/8"

Oty:6

Hex FlangeLockScrew,

5/16"-18 x 3/4"

. Qty:2

Hex FlangeLockScrew,

1/4"-20 x 1/2"

Qty:2

HexFlange LockNut,

1/4-20"

Qty:2

Oil DrainTube (shownreducedsize)

Qty:1

ShiftLink - Gear Select Lever

(shownreducedsize)

Qty:1 PlasticCableTie

(shownreducedsize)

Qty:1 Shift RodMountingPlate

(shownreducedsize)

Qty:1

ASSEMBLY

Read these instructions in their en-

tirety before you attempt to assem-

ble or operate your new equipment.

Your new equipment has been as-

sembled at the factory with the ex-

ception of those parts left unassem-

bled for shipping purposes. To en-

sure safe and proper operation of

your machine, all parts and hard-

ware you install or adjust must be

tightened according to the assem-

bly instructions. Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper

tightness..

ToolsNeededForAssembly:

•(1) 7/16" Wrench

•(1) 3/8" Wrench

•(2) 1/2" Wrenches

•(1) Needle-nose Pliers

•(1) Wire Cutter Pliers

•(1) Tire.Gauge

•(1) Scissors or Pen Knife

UNPACKING

INSTRUCTIONS

•Inspect your machine immediate-

ly. Be sure neither the carton nor

contents have been damaged. If

you find or have reason to sus-

pect damage, contact your near-

est Sears Service Center/Depart-

ment for assistance.

• Cut plastic banding with scissors.

Open box flaps and remove any

packing material from around the

machine. Remove any staples

securing bottom of carton to wood

pallet. Lift off carton. Cut metal

straps secudng unit to base.

Leave unit on base of pallet dur-

ing assembly steps (to safely re-

move unit from base, wait until

you have completed assembly

steps 1-2). Before disposing of

the carton or any of the packing

materials, be sure to check them

thoroughly for any small parts.

• Cut plastic tie straps holding three

long control rods to handlebars.

Also remove any packaging

around the handlebars.

•Perform the assembly on aclean,

level surface. If you need to

move the machine, be careful not

to severely bend any of the con-

trol cables on the equipment.

ASSEMBLYSTEPS

Before starting any assembly

steps, disconnect the engine

spark plug wire from the spark

plug.

STEP1: AttachHandlebars

• If applicable, cut and remove any

plastic ties holding wheel drive rod

(F, Figure 2-5) to left handlebar and

blade ddve rod (C, Figure 2-5) to

right handlebar. Put rods aside.

•Handlebars (A, Figure 2-2) are

shipped partially assembled with two

screws (Y, Figure 2-2) loosely in-

stalled. It may be necessary to

loosen screws (Y) further to allow the

handlebars to clear the engine air

cleaner.

• Rotate handlebars over engine

and position as shown in Figure 2-2.

Be careful that the handlebars clear

the unit while unfolding. Also, put

end of control rod (E, Figures 2-3

and 2-5) into cut-out (W, Figures

2-2 and 2-3) in back of frame while

rotating handlebars into position.

• Install two 5/16"-18 x 3/4" hex

flange screws (B, Figure 2-2).

• Tighten all four screws (B and Y).

•Secure the engine throttle cable

to the left handlebar with a cable tie

from the hardware bag. Clip off any

excess tie length.

, B Y ,

Figure 2-2: Attach handlebars.

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ASSEMBLY

STEP2: Attach ControlRods

WARNING

The control rods are adjusted

at the factory and should not

require additional adjustment

during assembly. After as-

sembling unit, controlrod ad-

justment should be checked

(and re-adjusted, if neces-

sary) accordingto information

in "Customer Responsibili-

ties" Section. Severe person-

a] injury or property

damage could result from

not following this

instruction.

A. AttachWheel DriveControl

Rod

•Locate the wheel drive control

rod (F, Figures 2-3 & 2-5) that you

removed from the left handlebar in

Step 1. This rod has a swivel block

(H, Figure 2-3) on one end.

•At left side of engine frame,

insert swivel block (H, Figures 2-3

& 2-5) on wheel drive control rod

into wheel drive control arm (U,

Figure 2-3).

• Add one 5/16" washer (A, Figure

2-3). Secure with cotter pin (B,

Figure 2-3). Bend ends of cotter

pin to secure.

•At upper end of control rod,

secure angled end to Wheel Drive

Control lever (V, Figure 2-4), using

a cotter pin (BB). Bend ends of

cotter pin to secure.

B

V

Figure 2-4: Attach wheel drive con-

trol rod to lever.

AB

Figure 2-3: Left-hand control rods detail.

B. AttachOperatorPresence

ControlRod:

• Locate control rod (E, Figures.

2-3 & 2-5) attached at upper end

to Operator Presence Control (W,

Figure 2-5).

• At bottom of control rod, insert

swivel block (G, Figures 2-3 &

2-5) into control arm (T, Figure

2-3).

•Add one 5/16" washer and se-

cure with cotter pin. Bend ends of

cotter pin to secure.

C.AttachBlade DriveControl

Rod:

•Locate the blade drive control

rod (C, Figure 2-5) that you re-

moved in Step 1. Insert one end of

control red into blade drive bracket

(D, Figure 2-5). Add one 5/16"

washer and secure with cotter pin

(CC). Bend ends of cotter pin to

secure.

• Insert upper end of rod into bot-

tom end of Blade Drive Control

lever (J). Add one 5/16" washer

and secure with cotter pin (AA).

Bend ends of cotter pinto secure.

D. AttachandAdjustGear Select

Lever:

•To remove unit from shipping

crate, hold down Operator Pres-

ence Control lever (W, Figure 2-5)

which releases the wheel brake.

• Using the edge of a piece of flat

wood (such as a ruler), remove

the vinyl grip (B, Figure 2-6) from

the gear select lever (I). Place the

wood edge against the edge of the

grip and slowly pull off the grip.

•Insert nylon bushing (Z, Figure

2-6) up into console (L).

• Slide spring and washers (J)

down onto gear select lever.

• Insert gear select lever (I) up

through nylon bushing (Z) in han-

dlebar console (L, Figure 2-6).

Guide pin (K) on gear select lever

into groove in shift quadrant (EE).

•Hold lower part of gear select

lever (I) against bracket (M, Figure

2-7). Position retaining plate (N)

from parts bag in place as shown

in Figure 2-7 (plate below brack-

et). Secure plate with two 1/4"-20

x 1/2" long screws (O) and 1/4"-20

Iocknuts.

• Slide grip (B, Figure 2-6) back

onto upper end of gear select

lever (I).

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ASSEMBLY

Figure 2-5: Rear view of control rods.

0M

D

P

Pin(K) must be in this detent

whentransmissionneutral is _

adjusted.

•Rotate gear select lever (I, Fig-

ures 2-6 & 2-7) clockwise until pin

(K) on gear select rod stops in the

neutral position detent on the shift

pattern quadrant (Figure 2-6).

•Thread shift link (P, Figure 2-7)

partially into ball-joint (Y).

• Move shift arm (X, Figure 2-7)

from side to side as necessary into

each transmission gear detent un-

tiltransmission is in neutral.

NOTE: Moving shift arm (X) all

the way to the left, and then one

notch back to the right, should put

transmission into neutral. When :

transmission is in neutral, unit will

move freely when pushed while

holding the Operator Presence

Control lever (W, Figure 2-5)

down. If transmission is NOT in

neutral, there will be aslight drag

on the wheels when pushingunit.

• When shift arm (X) is in neutral

position, rotate shift link (P) toward

end of gear select lever rod (I).

Adjust length of shift link (P) as

necessary to fit into hole in bottom

of gear select lever (I).

NOTE: Pin (K) on Gear Select

Lever (I) must be held in the neu-

tral positiondetent on the shift

quadrant (see Figure 2-6) while

shift link (P, Figure 2-7) is

adjusted.

Figure 2-6: Detail -Gear Select Lever in Neutral (N) position.

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ASSEMBLY

I

I

I

!

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

!

!

I

!

I

I

!

I

P

Figure 2-7: Detail- TransmissionNeutralAdjustment.

•Insert hooked end of shift link (P,

Figure 2-7) into hole in bottom end

of gear select lever (I) and secure

with cotter pin (Q). Bend ends of

cotter pin. NOTE: It may be nec-

essary to lift gear select lever (I) to

install shift link (P).

* Hold down Operator Presence

Control lever (W, Figure 2-5) and

push unit forward and backward.

The wheels should move freely. If

not, adjust length of shift link (P,

Figure 2-7) as necessary.

E.TestWheel Brake:

Put the Gear Select Lever in in

neutral (N), release all of the con-

trol levers, and try to push the unit

forward and backward. The

wheels should not turn. if they do

turn, an adjustment is necessary.

DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT

UNTIL THE WHEEL BRAKE

MECHANISM HAS BEEN

ADJUSTED AND IS WORKING

PROPERLY. See "Wtleel Brake

Adjustment" in "Customer Respon-

sibilities."

WARNING

Do not use the mower if the

wheels continueto turn after

releasing the Operator Pres-

ence Control and the Wheel

Drive Control. Severe per-

sonal injury or property dam-

age could result if this in-

structionis notfollowed.

WARNING

The control rods are adjusted

at the factory and should not

require additional adjustment

during assembly. After

assembling unit, control rod

adjustment should be

checked (and re-adjusted, if

necessary) according to

informationin "Customer Re-

sponsibilities" Section. Se-

vere personal injury or prop-

erty damagecouldresultfrom

not following this

instruction.

STEP3: CheckTire Pressure

•Use a tire gauge to check the air

pressure in the rear tires. The air

pressure should be between 15-20

PSI (20 PSI maximum).

• Keep both tires equally inflated

to help prevent machine from

pulling to one side.

STEP4: After Assemblingand

BeforeUsingUnit

• Read this entire Owner's Manual

for proper safety, operation and

maintenance information.

•Make sure spark plug wire is

connected to spark plug before

starting unit.

IMPORTANT: MOTOR OIL MUST

BE ADDED TO THE ENGINE

CRANKCASE BEFORE START-

ING THE ENGINE. OIL FILLING

INSTRUCTIONS ARE COVERED

IN THE "OPERATION" SECTION.

CAUTION

Unit is shipped wiihout oil in

engine crankcase. DO NOT

start engineuntil oil has been

added. Severe engine dam-

age will result if this instruc-

tion is not followed. See "Op-

eration" Section of this man-

ual for oil filling procedure.

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OPERATION

KNOWYOUREQUIPMENT

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT. Know the

location and function of all features and controls on the equipment. Save this manual for future reference.

MEETS ANSI B71.1 - 1996

SAFETY STANDARD

This machine meets voluntary

safety standard B71.1 - 1996,

which is sponsored by the Outdoor

Power Equipment Institute, Inc.,

and is published by the American

National Standards Institute, Inc.

Operating Symbols

Various symbolsare used on the

mower to indicate control settings

(yourmodel may not have all of the

symbols). These symbols are

shown below with a description of

their meaning.

FAST SLOW CHOKE

ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE

STOP START RUN

ENGAGE DISENGAGE

IMPORTANT: The mower is

equipped with a blade-brake-clutch

control system which is designed

to stop the mower blades within

three (3) seconds after release of

the Operator Presence Control.

This system will stop the blades

but not the engine. Therefore, you

can disengage the blade drive at

anytime without having to stop and

restart the engine. This feature is

particularly useful when you need

to cross gravel drives or rough ter-

rain and you do not want the spin-

ning blades to strike stones or hid-

den obstacles.

WARNING

The blade-brake-clutch con-

trol system should stop the

mowerbladeswithinthree(3)

seconds after release of the

OperatorPresenceControl. If

the blades do notstop within

three-(3) seconds,potthe En-

gine Throttle Control in the

STOP position. Disconnect

the sparkplugwire anddonot

operate the mower until the

blade-brake-clutch control

systemhasbeenrepaired_

LOCATIONANDUSEOF

CONTROLS

OperatorPresenceControl

This lever (A, Figure 3-1) regu-

lates the operation ofthe rear

wheel brake and the separate

Blade Drive Control.

To engage the Operator Pres-

ence Control, press and hold the

lever against the handlebar grip.

Engaging the lever releases the

brake on the rear wheels (allows

wheels to turn). The engaged po-

sitionalso permits the separate

Blade Drive Control to lock in its

engaged position (allows the mow-

er blades to turn).

Releasing the lever (disengaged

position) applies the rear wheel

brake and quickly stops the

wheels. Releasing the lever will

also disengage the Blade Drive

Control, which will apply abrake

that stops the blades within three

(3) seconds.

Always disengage the Operator

Presence Control before starting

the engine. Always engage this

control before engaging the sepa-

rate blade drive or wheel drive

controls.

A- OPERATOR

PRESENCECONTROL

ed

Figure 3-1 ,

13

OPERATION

BladeDriveControl

Use this lever (B, Figure 3-2) to

engage drive to the mower blades.

To engage the blades, first en-

gage the Operator Presence Con-

trol (A, Figure 3-2). Then, push the

spring-loaded Blade Drive Control

lever (B) forward until it stays in the

engaged position.

To stop the blades, release the

Operator Presence Control (A).

Doing so will disengage the Blade

Drive Control (B) and automatically

apply the brake that stops the

blades.

_When starting the engine, the

Blade Drive Control should be dis-

engaged (released). This helps to

ensure that the blades will not start

turning when the engine starts.

NOTE: Pushing the Blade Ddve

Control forward will engage the

blades even though the Operator

Presence Control is not engaged.

However, this procedure is NOT

RECOMMENDED as you must

maintain constant pressure on the

B- BLADE

DRIVECONTROL

Disengage

Engage

lever (releasing lever disengages

blades). Always engage the Oper-

ator Presence Control before en-

gaging the Blade Drive Control.

A-OPERATOR

PRESENCECONTROL

Engage

Figure 3-2

GearSelectLever

This lever (C, Figure 3-3) is used

to select any of three forward

ground speeds (1 - Slow, 2- Medi-

um and 3 - Fast), N (Neutral) and

R (Reverse). The gear shift pattern

is shown in Figure 3-4.

To avoid damaging the trans-

mission, do not shift gears when

the mower is moving. Select for-

ward ground speeds according to

mowing conditions and terrain (use

slower speeds in high grass or on

rough terrain).

For forward travel, move the

lever into one of the three num-

bered settings. To select reverse,

shift to neutral and then pull up on

the lever. Turn the lever to the R

(reverse) position and release the

lever.

Put the lever in N (neutral) to

manually push the mower and

when the mower is not in use.

CD

Gear Select

Lever

Figure 3-3 Figure 3-4: Shift pattern on console.

14

OPERATION

WheelDriveControl

Use this lever (D, Figure 3-6) to

engage and disengage drive to the

wheels.

To engage the wheels, first select

aforward or reverse gear with the

Gear Select Lever and press the

Operator Presence Control (A, Fig-

ure 3-5) against the handlebar

grip. Then, squeeze the Wheel

Drive Control lever (D) up against

the handlebar grip. The ground

speed can be varied in any gear by

increasing (to go faster) or de-

creasing (to go slower) pi'essure

on the lever. To avoid sudden ac-

celeration, slowly squeeze the

lever when first engaging the

wheels.

Release the Wheel Drive Control

to disengage the wheels. The

wheels will gradually slow to a

stop. NOTE: To stop the wheels

quickly, release the Operator Pres-

ence Control along with the Wheel

Drive Control.

When startingthe engine,-the

Wheel Drive Control should be dis-

engaged (released). This helps to

ensure that the wheels will not start

turningwhen the engine starts.

CAUTION

Do not engage the Wheel

Drive Controlwithoutfirst en-

gagingthe OperatorPresence

Control. Doing so could re-

sult inwear or damageto the

wheelbrakemechanism.

IA- OPERATOR

PRESENCECONTROL

!isengage

Engage

D - WHEEL

DRIVECONTROL

Figure 3-5

CuttingHeight ControlLever

This lever (E, Figure 3-6) is used

to adjust the mower cutting height.

The cutting height can be adjusted

from 1 to 4 inches.

Turn the lever clockwise to raise

the cutting height or counterclock-

wise to lower the cutting height. A

decal and pointer (not illustrated)

on the rightside of the mower deck

show the cutting height settings

ranging from A (highest) to G (low-

est). Note that the actual cutting

heights will vary according to soil

conditions.

Mulcher Cover

To use the mulching feature, in-

sert the mulcher cover (Figure 3-7)

securely in the right side of the

deck beneath the discharge chute.

Insert the front tab of the cover

into the mower front support brack-

et (AA, Figure 3-7). Then push the

cover into place by sliding the

cover rearward, making sure that

the slot (BB) in the cover is com-

pletely engaged in the rear edge of

the deck opening.

Remove the mulcher cover if you

want to do side-discharge mowing.

The mulcher cover is

pre-installed at the factory.

NOTE: The mulcher cover is

designed to keep the discharge

chute raised up while you mow.

When the cover is removed, the

discharge chute lowers.

iDANGER

Before installing or re-

moving mulching cover,

stopengine, wait for parts

tD stop moving, and dis-

connect sparkplugwire. Figure 3-7

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OPERATION

EngineThrottle Control

This lever (F, Figure 3-8) is used

to adjust engine speeds and to

stop the engine. Always run en-

gine at fast speed setting for best

mower performance. The throttle

settings are shown to the right.

]_1_1 CHOKE- Usewhen

startingacoldengine.

FAST-Use duringmower

operation. _

SLOW- Usewhenidling

engine.

'_ STOP-Stopsengine.

F- THRoJiLECONTROL

J

Figure 3-8

EngineRecoil Starter

The engine recoil starter (H, Fig-

ure 3-9) is used to "pull-start"the

engine. Do not pull the recoil

starter until you have read the Oper-

ation Section.

BEFOREOPERATING

Pre-Operation

Checklist

Perform the following checks before each use of your

machine:

ISlReview: "Safety" and "Operation" sections of manual.

Q Check for loose or missing hardware. Tighten or replace

before starting engine.

Q Check the engine oil level. Refer to "Customer Respon-

sibilities" section for instructions.

ISICheck the fuel level in the fuel tank (refer to next page

for instructions).

Q Check all levers for freedom of movement. Do not start

engine if any lever does not function correctly.

Adjust the blade cutting height (refer to this Section for

instructions).

Inspect the area to be mowed and remove any debris.

Check that all guards and shields are in place and prop-

erly secured.

_1 Check the installation of the mulcher cover in the right

side deck opening. Remove the mulcher cover if you

want to side d!scharge the grass.

I_1Check air pressure in rear tires at first use and every 25

operating hours. Maintain 15-20 PSI (maximum 20 PSI)

in each tire. Keep tires inflated equally or mower may

pull to one side.

ISIAttach the spark plug wire to the spark plug.

H - RECOIL

STARTER

Figure 3-9

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OPERATION

BEFORESTARTINGENGINE

AddMotor Oil

•Only use high quality detergent

oil rated with API service classifica-

tion SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's

SAE viscosity grade according to

your expected operating tempera-

ture. Above 32OF, use SAE 30;

below 32OF, use 5W30.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosityoils

(5W30,.10W30 etc.) improve start-

ing in cold weather, these oils will

result id increased oil consumption

when used above 32OF. Check

engine oil more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from run-

ning low on oil.

• Be sure that engine is level. Re-

move dipstick (A, Figure 3-10).

•Fill with recommended oil to be-

tween "Full" and "Add" marks on

dipstick (approximately 32 oz.).

Pour slowly and do not overfill.

While pouring, stop frequently, re-

insert dipstick until it is seated

completely, remove and check oil

level. (Wipe dipstick each time be-

fore re-inserting.) Replace dipstick

securely.

• Check oil before each use. Add if

needed.

•Change oil after the first 2 operat-

ing hours and every 25 operating

hours thereafter (more often in ex-

tremely dusty or dirty conditions).

Fill FuelTank

• Stop engine and allow it to cool

for three minutes before removing

fuel fill cap (B, Figure 3-10). Do

not check fuel level or add fuel

while indoors.

• Clean area around fuel fill cap

and remove fill cap. Fill gas tank

with clean, fresh unleaded gaso-

line. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

• Using a funnel or spout, fill tank

to 1/2 inches below bottom of fuel

tank filler neck to prevent spills and

to allow for fuel expansion.

•Insta_ll_fillcap securely and wipe

up any Spilled gasoline.

WARNING: Experience indicates

that alcohol blended fuels (gasohol

or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moistura which leads to

separation and formation of acids-

during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an en-

gine while in storage. To avoid

problems, the fuel system should

be emptied before storage for 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 ad-

ditional information. Never use en-

gine or carburetor cleaner products

in the fuel tank or permanent dam-

age may occur.

A

B

Figure 3-10

DANGER

Gasolineis highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. Read and fol-

low these precautions to help avoid severe personal injury or property

damage.

• Do not removegas cap or add gasoline if engine is running or still hot

from operation. Allow engine to cool at least three minutes before

refueling.

•Keepopenflame, matches,sparks, or smokingmaterials away from fuel

tank andfuelcontainer.

•Do notfill fuel tank indoors. After filling, wipe up any spills and move

machineaway from gasoline fumes before starting engine. Securely re-

placethe capsonthe fuel tank andfuel container.

• Do not fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to 1/2" below bottom of filler

neckto providespace forfuel expansion,

• Storegasolinein anapprovedfuel containerand ina well-ventilated area.

Storeit safelyoutof the reachof children.

•Donotstoregasolinewhere vaporsmay reachan open sparkor flame, or

whereignitionsources(suchas hotwater heaters, space heaters, furnaces,

clothesdryers,stoves,electric motors,etc.) are present.

17

OPERATION

AdjustMower CuttingHeight

The cutting height can be adjust-

ed from 1 to 4 inches by rotating

the Cutting Height Control lever (A,

Figure 3-11).

Choose cutting heights accord-

ing to grass conditions and terrain.

In heavy or tall grass, it is usually

better to make the first cut at a

higher setting and then make a

second cut at the desired setting.

When mowing in rough terrain, a

higher setting is recommended as

it will minimize the chances of the

blade striking the ground or hidden

obstructions.

1. Release all mower controls

before adjusting cutting height.

2. Turn Cutting Height Control

lever clockwise to raise cutting

height or counterclockwise to lower

•cutting height. Adecal and pointer

(not illustrated) on the right side of

the mower deck show cutting

height settings ranging from A

(highest) to G (lowest). Note that

actual cutting heights will vary

according to the grass and soil

conditions.

CAUTION

To avoid personal injury, do

not adjust cutting height

while wheels or blades are

turning. Release all handle-

bar controls and wait for all

motionto stop before adjust-

ing cuttingheight.

TestBlade-Brake-Clutch

ControlSystem

The mower is equipped with a

blade-brake-clutch which is de-

signed to stop the mower blades

within throe (3) seconds after ro-

lease .ofthe Operator Presence

Control or the Blade Drive Control.

Never tamper with, or attempt to

defeat the purpose of this safety

device.

The-control system is a mechani-

cal device which is subject to wear.

Thereforo, test the operation of the

blade_brake-clutch control system

befor_ each use of the mower. Re-

fer to "Blade Brake Control Test" at

the end of this Section.

Select Mulchingor

Side-DischargeMowing

Your combination mower allows

you to select either mulching or

side-discharging of the grass clip-

pings. To use the mulchingfea-

turo, insert the mulcher cover.

Remove the cover if side dis-

charge mowing is desired. Refer

to "Mulching Cover" on Page 15

for installation instructions.

Figure 3-12: Mulcher cover.

DANGER

Beforeinstalling or removing

mulchingcover, stopengine,

wait for partsto stopmoving,

and disconnect spark plug

wire.

MOVINGTHEMOWER

WITHOUTENGINEPOWER

The mower can be manually

pushed or pulled by putting the

Gear Select Lever (C, Figure 3-13)

in N (neutral) and pressing and

holding the Operator Presence

Control (A, Figure 3-13) down

against the handlebar grip.

To stop the wheels at anytime,

release the Operator Presence

Control.

Figure 3-11: Cutting Height Control

lever.

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OPERATION

STARTINGANDSTOPPINGTHEENGINE

i ANGER

Do not operate engine in an enclosedarea. Engine exhaustcontains

carbonmonoxide,a deadlygasthat is odorless,colorlessandtasteless.

Always run engine outdoors and make sure there is adequate

ventilation.

B- Blade

DriveControl

\

C- GearSelect Lever

E- EngineThrottle

Control

A - OperatorPres- -

enceControl

ToStopthe Engine

1. Release all mower controls to

stop wheels or mower blade.

2. Move throttle control down to

slow (turtle) position. (Whenever

possible, gradually reduce engine

speed before stopping engine.)

3. Move Throttle Control all the

way down to stop position.

Figure 3-14: Engine recoil starter.

OB

WheelDrive Control

Figure 3-13: Mower Controls.

WARNING

To avoidinjury:

,, Keephandsandfeet clear

of mowerbladesor other ro-

tatingparts.

,, Lookbehindyouto be sure

thereare noobstaclesbefore

pullingrecoil starterrope.

ToStart the Engine

1. Move mower to a level area.

2. Release all controls on mower

to prevent wheels or mower blades

from rotating when engine starts.

3. Move Engine Throttle Control

(E, Figure 3-13) fully upward to

choke setting to start a cold engine

or to fast (rabbit) setting to start a

warm engine.

4. To start engine using recoil

starter:.

A. Stand on left side (as viewed

from behind handlebars) of ma-

chine. Be sure your feet are

safely away from the underside

of the mower deck and all mow-

er controls are released. Place

one foot on top of tire.

B. Grasp rope handle (G, Figure

3-13) and pull slowly until rope

pulls slightly harder. Let rope

rewind slowly. Then pull rope

with a rapid, full arm stroke. Let

rope return slowly. If engine fails

to start after three pulis, repeat

instructions starting with Step 2

(try setting throttle at fast

setting).

C. When engine starts, operate in

fast throttle setting (move throt-

tle from choke setting to fast

setting).

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ENGAGINGTHEBLADES

DANGER

To avoid injury from rotating

blades, keep face, handsand

feet clear of mowerblades at

all times.

ToEngagethe Blades

1. Start engine as described in "To

Start the Engine" instructions. Put

engine throttle in fast speed

setting.

2. Press and hold Operator Pres-

ence Control (A, Figure 3-13)

against handlebar grip.

3. Slowly push Blade Drive Control

(B, Figure 3-13) fully forward until it

stays in the engaged position. The

blades are now rotating.

ToStopthe Blades

To stop the blades, release the

Operator Presence Control.

OPERATION

TOENGAGETHEWHEELS

CAUTION

.To avoid damaging the

transmission, do not shift

gears while in motion.

• To avoid damaging the

wheel brake mechanism, do

not engage the Wheel Drive

Controlwithout first engaging

the Operator Presence

Control.

WARNING

Before engaging the Wheel

Drive Lever for the very first

time, check that the neutral

(N) position on the Gear Se-

lect Lever is properly adjust-

ed. See "Neutral Adjust-

ment" in "Service and

Adjustments" Section for the

procedureto follow.

Failure to follow this instruc-

tion could result in personal

injury or property damage.

1. Start engine as described in

"To Start the Engine" instructions.

2. FOR FORWARD TRAVEL:

A. Press and hold Operator Pres-

ence Control (A, Figure 3-13)

against handlebar grip.

B. Put the Gear Select Lever (C,

Figure 3-13) into one of the

numbered settings (1 - Slow, 2 -

Medium and 3 - Fast). When

first practicing with the mower,

put lever in No. 1 setting. Se-

lect forward speeds according

to mowing conditions and ter-

rain. Use slower speeds on

rough terrain or when grass is

heavy or thick. The forward

speed can be increased on

smooth terrain or if the grass

cover is light. Allow the wheels

to step completely before shift-

ing from one forward speed into

:another.

C. To start the wheels, slowly

squeeze the Wheel Drive Con-

trol (D, Figure 3-13). The hard-

er you squeeze, the faster the

wheels will turn. To avoid sud-

den acceleration, slowly

squeeze the lever.

D. TO STOP THE WHEELS:

•To stop drive power to the

wheels, release the Wheel

Drive Control. The wheels will

gradually slow to a stop.

•To quickly stop the wheels, re-

lease both the Wheel Drive

Control and the Operator Pres-

ence Control.

WARNING

To avoid injury or property

damage:

•Look behind mower before

andduringreverseoperation.

•Stopthe mower blades be-

foreoperatingin reverse.

3. FOR REVERSE TRAVEL:

A. Stop the mower blades and

wheels by releasing the Opera-

tor Presence Control (A, Figure

3-13).

B. Press and hold Operator Pres-

ence Control against handlebar

grip.

CoPut the Gear Select Lever (C,

Figure 3-13) in R (reverse) set-

ting by first moving lever to N

(neutral). Then pull lever up,

turn it to R position, and release

leve_

D. To start the wheels, slowly:

squeeze Wheel Drive Control

(D, Figure 3-13). To avoid sud-

den acceleration, slowly

squeeze the lever.

E. TO STOP THE WHEELS:

•To stop drive power to the

wheels, release the Wheel

Drive Control. The wheels will

gradually slow to a stop.

• To quickly stop the wheels, re-

lease both the Wheel Drive

Control and the Operator Pres-

ence Control.

• Return the Gear Select Lever

to the N (neutral) position when

you have completed reverse op-

eration. Allow the wheels to

stop completely before shifting

from R (reverse) into a forward

speed.

MAKINGTURNS

The mower turns easily by push-

ing the handlebars in the opposite

direction that you want to turn. The

differential mechanism inside the

transaxle will allow the inside turn-

ing wheel to stop or slow down

while the outside turning wheel is

powered by the drive system.

Reduce the wheel speed before

turning the mower. For tight turns,

disengage the Wheel Drive Control

and manually push the mo_,er

through the turn (if needed, put the

Gear Select Lever in neutral so the

wheels turn freely).

2O

OPERATION

MOWINGTIPSANDHINTS

WARNING

To avoidinjury or propertydamage:

• Before mowing, thoroughlyinspect area where mower is to be used

and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, nails and other foreign

objects.

• Disengagemowerblades beforecrossinggravel drives, roads, or side-

walks to prevent blades from throwing stones or other hazardous

objects.

MowWhen

LawnIs Dry

For best results, avoid c

grass when it is wet. Wet grass

tends to form clumps which inter-

fere with the cutting action. The

best time to mow is in the late af-

ternoon or early evening when the

grass is usually dry.

1

CutTop1/3 of .... _

GrassBlade_

Cutting more than 1/3 of grass

length may cause the grass to be-

come excessively dry. In tall

grass, it may be necessary to mow

at a higher setting and then mow

again at the desired height.

NOTE: The cutting height is criti-

cal to achieving a well-groomed

lawn. You should experiment with

various settings to find that "just

right" cutting height.

VaryCuttingPattern

Vary the cutting pattern from

week to week to help prevent mat-

ting of the grass. One week, mow

from north to sooth, the next week

mow from east to west.: Overlap

several inches when mowing to

obtain an even appearance.

MowingonSlopes

Do not mow excessively steep

slopes (see WARNING statement

below). Slow down and exercise

extreme caution when changing di-

rection on slopes. Before mowing

on slopes, check the engine oil lev-

el and make sure that the level is at

the FULL mark. Maintaining a

FULL oil level is particularly im-

portant when operating on slopes

as oil can be drained away from vi-

tal engine parts.

WARNING

To avoid injury or property

damage:

•Maximum safe operating

angle is 15o.

• Exceeding maximum safe

operating angle may cause

tipping or loss of footing.

•Do not mow wet slopes.

•Mow across slopes, not up

anddown.

•Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on

slopes.

21

MulchingLeaves

•The mower can also be used to

mow leaves in the fall. The leaf

particles filter down into the lawn

and provide added fertilizer.

• The leaves must be dry in order

to be mulched.

• Use a slower ground speed if the

leaves are not mulched into fine

particles.

• If you mulch oak leaves (which

add acid to the soil), add lime to

the lawn in the spring to reduce the

acidity of the soil.

KeepMowerBladesSharp

For best mower performance,

keep the blades sharp. A dull blade

will tear, bruise and split the ends

of grass.

Clean Mower Frequently

Clean the underside of the mower

deck frequently to remove grass

build-up.

Precision_imming

For precision trimming, use the

slowest gear and inch the mower

along by "feathering" the Wheel

Drive Control lever. Or, disengage

the wheel drive by releasing the

Wheel Drive Control so that you

can manually maneuver the mower

(if needed, put the Gear Select

Lever in neutral so that the wheels

turn freely).

Mowing Ditches

If you have to mow ditches, stop

the engine and adjust the cutting

height to its highest setting. Mow

in the direction of the ditch. Mow

both sides of the ditch fast, and

then mow the bottom. When

mowing ditches, watch out for

cans, bottles, or other debris.

OPERATION

BLADEBRAKECONTROL

TEST

When the Operator Presence

Control is released during opera-

tion of the mower, the engine does

not stop, but the blades should

stop within three (3) seconds. The

following test provides a visual test

of whether the Blade Brake Control

System is functioning. Perform

this test before each use of the

mower.

WARNING

To avoid personal injury or

property damage, make sure

that the mower is on grass,

andthat the test area is clear

of foreign objects and by-

standersbeforeyou beginthe

Blade BrakeControlTest.

if the OperatorPresenceCon-

trol orthe Blade Drive Control

are notadjustedcorrectly,the

blades may continueto rotate

after release of the Operator

Presence Control. If the

blades do net stop within

three (3) seconds of release

ofthe OperatorPresenceCon-

trol, movethe EngineThrottle

Controlto the STOP position,

disconnect the spark plug

wire, and movethe wire away

from the spark plug. Do net

operate the mower until the

Blade Brake Control System

has been repaired.

Failure to dothis couldresult

fn personal injury or property

damage.

1. Park mower on a portion of

lawn which has not been recently

mowed.

2. Set the cutting height so the

mower cuts 1/3 of the grass height.

3. Start the engine.

4. Press the Operator Presence

Control down against the handle-

bar grip and push the Blade Drive

Control fully forward until it stays in

the engaged position.

5. Put the Gear Select Lever in

the No. 1 setting.

6. Engage the wheels with the

Wheel Drive Control and drive the

mower for several feet. Then re-

lease the Operator Presence Con-

trol.

A. Look at the lawn just mowed.

The lawn should be cut up to

the point where the Operator

Presence Control was released.

So Press the Operator Presence

Control against the handlebar

grip but DO NOT re-engage the

Blade Drive Control. Drive the

mower forward for several more

feet. Release the Operator

Presence Control and look at

the lawn. The grass should

NOT have been cut. This indi-

cates that the Operator Pres*

-ence Control has disengaged

the blade drive and stopped the

blades.

7. If the mower cutsthe grass in

Step 6-B, the Operator Presence

Control is NOT disengaging the

blade drive. Immediately stop

the engine, disconnect the

spark plug wire, and move the

wire away from the spark plug.

8. Do not use the mower until the

Blade Brake Control System has

been inspected, adjusted or re-

paired by a Sears Service Center.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MaintenanceChart

ITEM -SERVICEINTERVAL*

Eachuse MowerBlade

LooseorMissingHardware

Belts

EngineOilLevel

Controls

MulchingCover

AsRequired

TightenorReplace

Check

Check

Checkfor ProperOperation

Checkfor ProperCoverInstallation

1st2 hours EngineOil Change

25 hours EngineOil.... Change

FoamAirFilter*** Clean

MowerBlade(s) : SharpenandBalance

ControlLinkagesandPivots LubewithLightOil

50 hours EngineOil Change

BladeDriveBeltAdjust AdjustTension

EngineCoolingFins Clean

GreaseFittings** Grease

Annuallyor 100hours Air FilterElement*** Replace

SparkPlug Clean/Replace,Re-gap

Monthly Linkages Adjust

Belts Check/Replace,Adjust

Annuallyor50 hours FrontWheelBearings Grease

*Intervaldescribesrunningtime.

**A hand-typegreasegunisrecommendedwhengreasingyour

unit. High-pressuretypegreasegunscouldcausedamageto

fittings/seals.

***Clean moreoftenunderdustyconditionsorwhenairbornede-

brisIs present.Replaceaircleanerparts,if verydirty.

****ChangemoreoRenunderdustyconditions,

LubricationChart

ITEM

EngineCrankcase

INTERVAL

First2 hours

25 hours (more oftenin

dustyconditions)

LUBRICATIONTYPE

Change 0il

ChangeOil

(LobdcaUonIntervals Vary

with Operating Conditions

and Typeof Oil Used)

FrontWheel Bearings 50 hours Grease(1-3 Strokes)

Control Linkages/Pivots 25 hours LightOil (Afew drops)

*Ahand-type grease gun is recommended.

LUBRICATION

Oil and grease the mower

according to the recommen-

dations listed in the Lubrica-

tion Chart.

•Stop engine, wait for all

parts to stop moving, and

disconnect spark plug

wire before performing

any lubrication proce-

dures.

•The transmission has been

factory sealed and requires

no lubrication. If a leak

should develop, contact your

local Sears Service Center.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this equipment

does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse

or negligence. To receive full val-

ue from the warranty, the operator

must maintain the equipment as

instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be

made periodically to properly

maintain your equipment.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manu-

al should be checked.at least

once each season.

Keep the air filters clean and

change the spark plug once a

year. A clean air filter system and

a new spark plug will help your

engine run better and last longer.

BeforeEachUse

• Check engine oil level.

•Check all hardware for

tightness.

• Check that all guards and

shields are in place and properly

secured.

MOTOROIL

•Only use high quality detergent

oil rated with API service classifi-

cation SF, SG or SH. Select the

oil's SAE viscosity grade accord-

ing to your expected bperating

temperature. Above 32OF, use

SAE 30; below 32OF, use 5W30.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity

oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve

starting in cold weather, these oils

will result in increased oil con-

sumption when used above 32OF.

Check engine oil more frequently

to avoid possible engine damage

from running low on oil.

CheckingOil Level

Engine oil level must be between

"ADD" and "FULL" marks on dip-

stick at all times. Check before

each use and every 5 operating

hours.

1. Park machine on level ground.

2. Stop engine, wait for parts to

stop moving, and:disconnect

spark plug wire. ; _

3. Clean area around dipstick (Z,

Figure 5-1) to prevent dirt from en-

tering oil fill hole.

4. Remove dipstick. Oil level must

be between "ADD" and =FULL"

marks. Do not exceed "FULL"

mark on dipstick.

5. To add oil, pour slowly into dip-

stick opening. While adding,

check oil level frequently by se-

curely replacing dipstick and re-

moving to read oil level. Wipe dip-

stick clean each time oil level is

checked.

6. After tiltingto "FULL" ;'hark,se-

curely replace dipstick.

Changing0il

Change oil after the first 2 operat-

ing hours and every 25 operating

hours thereafter. Change oil while

engine is still warm from recent

operation. Warm oil flows more

freely and carries away more

impurities.

1. Stop engine, wait for parts to

stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove dipstick (Z, Figure 5-1).

3. Remove protective cap (A, Fig-

ure 5-2) to expose oil drain port

(B).

4. Push oil drain hose (D) (includ-

ed in hardware bag with unit) onto

oil drain port. Route other end of

hose to an appropriate oil collec-

tion receptacle.

5. Twist oil drain fixture (C) to the

open position, Pull out. Drain oil

completely.

6. Push in and twist oil drain fixture

to the closed position. Remove

drain hose. Replace protective cap

(A).

7. Refill engine with fresh oil and

securely replace dipstick.

NOTE: Please dispose of all waste

materials in an ecologically re-

sponsible manner, Use proper

waste material storage containers.

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Figure 5-1

Figure 5-2: Offdrain.

ENGINECLEANING

*Stop engine, wait forparts to

stop moving, disconnect spark

plug wire, and allow engine to

cool before inspecting or clean-

ing engine.

•Daily or more often, before run-

ning engine, remove grass and

chaff from recoil finger guard or

rotating screen to prevent engine

damage caused by overheating.

Also keep cooling vanes, governor

linkage, springs and controls free

of debris.

•Daily or more often, before run-

ning engine, clean muffler area

(be sure muffler is cool) to remove

all grass and combustible debris.

If engine is equipped with a spark

arrestor screen, remove assembly

every 50 hours for cleaning and

• inspection. Replace if damaged.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

AIR CLEANERSERVICE

Improper air cleaner maintenance

can cause engine damage.

SERVICE SCHEDULE:

Foam Filter (A, Fig. 5-3): Wash

and re-oil every 3 months or every

25 operating hours. Clean and re-

oil daily if used in extremely dusty

conditions.

Paper or Foam/Screen Filters

(B, Fig. 5-3): DO NOT ATTEMPT

TO CLEAN OR OIL FILTER.

Replace once a year or every 100

operating hours, more often if used

in extremely dusty conditions.

DO NOT RUN ENGINE WITHOUT

COMPLETE AIR CLEANER IN-

STALLED ON ENGINE.

A. To Service FoamAir Filter (A,

Figure5-3)

1. Wash in water and detergent

solution and squeeze (don't twist)

until all dirt is removed.

2. Rinse thoroughly in clear water.

3. Wrap in a clean cloth and

squeeze (don't twist) until com-

pletely dry.

4. Saturate with engine oil and

squeeze (don't twist) to distribute

oil and remove excess oil.

A. ToRemoveandInstall Filters

(Figure5-3)

1. Stop engine, wait for parts to

stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove wing nuts and cover.

3. Slide Filter (A) off Filter (B).

4. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration

or dirt accumulation. If either is

present, service as described in

Service Schedule above.

5. Remove nuts and Filter (B)o Dis-

card Filter (B) and nuts (if service

is necessary).

6. Clean inside of cover-and body

thoroughly.

A

B

Figure 5-3

7. Install new Filter (B) and new

nuts. Tighten nuts finger tight and

then turn one (1) more complete

turn.

8. Slide foam filter over paper

filter.

9. Install cover and wing nuts.

Tighten wing nuts.

TIPPINGMOWERFORSERVICE

When servicing the underside of

the mower for any reason, the

mower should only be tipped

backward on its rear wheels (and

securely propped up to prevent it

from failing). Tipping the mower

forward or to either side could re-

sult in damage to engine.

WARNING

Before servicingundersideof

mower, stop engine, wait for

all pads to stop moving, and

disconnect spark plug wire.

Failure to follow this instruc-

tion could result in personal

injury or propertydamage.

TiP: Before tipping mower, install a

small plastic sandwich style bag

under the gas cap and tighten se-

curely. This will virtually eliminate

any fuel weepage from the cap.

Be sure-to remove the p/astic bag

before re-using mower.

CLEANINGUNDERSIDEOF

MOWERDECK

Frequently check, and clean if

necessary, the underside of the

mower deck. Grass build-up in

this area can affect the cutting

performance. Before inspecting or

cleaning, make sure that the en-

gine is shut off and the spark plug

wire is disconnected from the

spark plug.

i WARNING

Mower blades are sharp.

When working near blades,

wear heavy leather gloves or

wrap blades in thick rags to

protect yourself from the

sharpedges.

Inspection/Cleaningof Mower

Deck

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Tip mower on rear wheels by

following instructions"-ripping

Mower For Service" on this page.

3. Use aplastic or metal scraper

to remove grass build-up from

deck or blades. If needed, spray

with a garden hose.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SPARKPLUG

Inspect the spark plug (Figure 5-4)

after every 100 hours of operation.

Be sure the gap is set at .030". Do

not reuse plug if it is severely worn

or damaged.

Best results are obtained with a

new plug. See engine owner's

manual to determine proper re-

placement plug. Use of incorrect

plug can cause engine damage.

NOTE: Do not clean spark plug in

machines which use abrasive grit.

Clean spark plug by scraping or

wire brushing, or washing with a

commercial solvent.

.030"FeelerGauge

Figure 5.4: Spark plug.

CARBURETOR

The carburetor is adjusted at the

factory. It should not need to be

reset. If black exhaust is noted,

check the air cleaner first. An

over-rich mixture is usually caused

by a poorly serviced or clogged air

cleaner element, not an improperly

adjusted carburetor. If readjust-

ment is necessary, contact your

Sears Service Center.

BELTCOVERREMOVAL

The belt cover must be removed

to perform several maintenance

procedures.

To Remove Belt Cover

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove four screws (R, Figure

5-5) and remove cover.

To Reinstall Belt Cover

1. Position belt cover in place.

2. Secure with four screws re-

moved earlier.

i WARNING

Oo not operate unit without

belt cover installed. Failure

to follow this instruction

couldresult in personalinjury

orpropertydamage.

Figure 5-5: Belt cover removal

BLADESPINDLEBELT

REPLACEMENT

Follow this procedure to remove

and replace the blade spindle

drive belt (remove blade drive belt

first; see "Blade Drive Belt

Replacement").

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove belt cover (see "Belt

Cover Removar_.

3. Align sight holes (O, Figure

5-6) in pulley with spindle housing-

to-mower deck mounting bolts (L).

4. Loosen screw (J) and rotate

arm (K) to the rear.

5. Loosen four mounting bolts (L)

securing spindle housing (beneath

mower deck) to mower deck.

6. Slide spindle housing (with pul-

ley attached) toward center.

7. Replace belt (N) with new belt.

.IMPORTANT: Set blades perpen-

dicular (90°) to each other.

8. Rotate arm (K) to move spindle

housing and apply tension to belt.

Belt cogs and pulley groovesmust

mesh together. When applying

moderate finger tension (8-12

Ibs.), belt should deflect approxi-

mately 1/2" (12.7 mm) at (P), mid-

point of deck.

9. Tighten bolts (L) to 15 ft.-Ibs.

(20.3 Nm). Tighten screw (J).

10. Blades must not contact deck.

Check and readjust as needed.

11. Reinstall blade drive belt and

belt cover, removed earlier).

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

BLADEDRIVEBELT

REPLACEMENT

Follow this procedure to remove

and replace the blade drive belt.

An assistant will be needed.

To RemoveBelt

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Disengage blade drive control

(Figure 5-7) by releasing all con-

trols on the mower.

3. Remove belt cover (see "Belt

Cover Removal").

4. Loosen belt guides (B and C,

Figure 5-8).

5. Move flap bracket (N, Figure

5-8) out of the way by loosening

two screws (M).

6. Remove belt (A, Figure 5-8)

from around sheaves.

ToInstall Belt

1. Route belt (A, Figure 5-8)

around sheaves as shown.

2. Have an assistant hold down

Operator Presence Controland

then push the Blade Drive Control

forward untilit latches in place

(Figure 5-7).

3. With the Blade Drive Control

lever engaged, adjust and tighten

belt guide (B) to 1/32 - 1/16" away

from tensioned belt. (Be sure that

belt does not contact belt guide

when belt is under tension.) Se-

cure belt guide (C) rotated into po-

sition as shown in Figure 5-8.

4. Disengage Blade Drive Control.

5. Re-tighten two screws (M, Fig-

ure 5-8) that secure flap bracket

(N).

6. Reinstall belt cover securely.

Blade Drive Disengaged

\

Blade Drive Engaged

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RIGHTVIEW

Figure 5-7: Blade Drive Control

BLADEBRAKEREPLACEMENT

Follow this procedure to install a

new blade brake.

To Remove Blade Brake

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove belt cover as described

in "Belt Cover Removal" instruc-

tions.

3. Remove hardware (G, Figure

5-8) securing blade brake (H).

4. Remove old brake (H) from idler

arm (I).

To Install Brake

1. Position new brake (H) in place

on idler arm (I).

2. Center brake in sheave groove

and secure brake (H) with hard-

ware (G) removed earlier.

3. Reinstall belt cover securely.

4. Test operation of blade brake

(see "Blade Brake Control Test" on

Page 22).

Figure 5-8: Blade drive.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

BLADEDRIVEBELT

ADJUSTMENT

If the blade drive belt is slipping

due to lack of belt tension, follow

the steps below.

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, an d disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove belt cover as described

in "Belt Cover Removal" instruc-

tions.

3. With mower on level ground,

adjust blade cutting height at

about 3" (measure fro.m ground to

flat portion of blade).=

4. With the Blade Drive Control

(Figure 5-7) in the disengaged

position, set a gap of 1/8" between

the spring (F, Figure 5-9) and flat

washer (E) by adjusting the nut

(D).

5. Reinstall the belt cover

securely.

6. Test the operation of the blade

brake (see "Blade Brake Control

Test").

7. If the drive belt slips during op-

eration, it may be necessary to re-

locate idler (J, Figure 5-9) in the

slot provided in the mounting

bracket. With the engine

stopped and the spa.rk plug

wire disconnected, loosen the

hardware on the idler (J) and slide

it forward to take up slack in the

belt.

8. Engage the blade drive and

measure the distance (X, Figure

5-8) between the centers of pul-

leys (K) and (L). The distance

should be 5-1/2 to 5-5/8". After

obtai0ing the correct dimension,

reinstall the belt cover securely

and test the operation of the blade

brake.

-<--Adjustidlerindirection

ofarrowtotighten

belt

Figure 5-9: Blade drive adjustment.

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'SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

BLADEDRIVECONTROLLEVER

ADJUSTMENT

Make th_ following adjustment if

the Blade Ddve Control lever re-

leases dudng operation. _

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Engage the Operator Presence

Control and the Blade Drive Con-

trol. Without releasing the controls,

look inside the cutout at the roar of

the frame and make sure the Op-

erator Presence Control latches (A

and B, Fig. 5-10) are fully engaged

at point (C). If they are not fully en-

gaged, improper operation or pre-

mature wear could result. To ad-

just, loosen hex nut (D) and short-

en length of control rod (E). To

avoid over-adjusting, turn rod only

1 to 2 turns per adjustment.

3. Tighten hex nut securely after

adjusting control rod.

4. Test by releasing the Operator

Presence Control. If properly ad-

justed, the Blade Drive Control will

disengage when the Operator

Presence Control is released. Re-

adjust as necessary by repeating

Steps 2and 3.

WHEELDRIVEBELTREPLACEMENT

Follow this procedure to replace

the wheel ddve belt.

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Release all mower controls.

3. Remove belt cover as described

in "Belt Cover Removal" instruc-

tions.

4. Locate wheel drive belt (O, Fig-

ure 5-11) and remove it from top

sheave of engine sheave, backsid-

ed idlers (P and Q) and transmis-

sion sheave (R).

5. Install new belt shown in

Figure 5-11. Belt must be in-

stalled "inside out"'V' side of belt

lies against engine sheave only.

Rat side of belt lies against trans-

mission sheave (R) and back-sid-

ed idlers (P and Q).

6. Make sure belt is inside belt

guide (S, Figure 5-11).

7. Reinstall belt cover securely.

8. An adjustment to the drive belt

may be necessary. See "Wheel

Drive Belt Adjustment" on the next

page.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WHEELDRIVEBELT

ADJUSTMENT

The wheel drive belt requires an

adjustment if loss of drive belt ten-

sion (slippage) occurs. This is

most noticeable when more trac-

tion is required (such as going up

slopes).

ToTestWheel Traction

1. Park machine on a paved (con-

crete, etc.) surface with front edge

up against a sturdy wall, fence,

etc.

2. Put Gear Select Lever in No. 1

setting.

IMPORTANT: Do not park against

apainted or sided wall. Testing

the wheel drive system requires

machine to be forcibly pushed

against wall. Damage to paint or

siding could result.

3. With engine running, and ma-

chine placed firmly up against

wall, hold down Operator Pres-

ence Control and fully engage

wheel drive by squeezing Wheel

Drive Control until it contacts

handlebar.

4. Wheels should slip on paved

surface. If they do not, an adjust-

ment is required.

ToAdjustWheel Drive Belt

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove cotter pin (A, Figure

5-12A) from upper end of Wheel

Drive Control rod. Slide red out of

lever assembly.

3. Loosen jam nut (D, Figure

5-12).

Figure 5-12: Wheel drive belt adjustment.

4. Thread red (E, Figure 5-12) one

or two turns clockwise for more

tension or counterclockwise for

less tension.

5. Insert rod back into hole in

Wheel Drive Control lever and in-

stall cotter pin. Bend ends of cot-

ter pin to secure.

6. Retest wheel traction. Repeat

adjustment procedure, if neces-

sary. Most comfortable operation

will be obtained when the adjust-

ment allows the lever to just make

contact with the handgrip as suffi-

cient wheel traction is achieved.

When adjustment is complete,

tighten jam nut (D) firmly against

block (B).

E

B

Figure 5-12.4

A

30"

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WHEELBRAKEADJUSTMENT

This adjustment may be required if

the m.achine does not hold on a

hillwith the Operator Presence

Control disengaged, or if the brake

drags with the Operator Presence

Control engaged and the transmis-

sion in neutral.

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Disengage (release) the Opera-

tor Presence Control (M, Figure

5-13).

3. Slowly adjust at nut (O), if nec-

essary, untilthe distance between

the back of brake arm (N) and

bracket (P) is 3/8"-5/16". Use

small adjustments (1/4 turn maxi-

mum). NOTE: It may be neces-

sary to relieve spring tension when

decreasing distance. To do so,

have an assistant engage the Op-

erator Presence Control while you

adjust the nut.

Figure 5-13: Wheel brake adjustment.

3/8_*

5/16"

TRANSMISSIONNEUTRAL

ADJUSTMENT

Follow this procedure to adjust

neutral on the transmission.

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Rotate shift rod (I, Figures 5-14

and 5-15) clockwise until it stops

in the neutral (N) position (from

forward gear positions).

3. Hold down Operator Presence

Control (M, Figure 5-13) and push

unit forward and backward. Unit

should move freely. If not, contin-

ue with Step 4.

4. Remove cotter pin securing shift

link (P, Figure 5-15) to shift rod (I).

5. Move shift arm (X) back and

forth as necessary into each de-

tent untiltransmission is in neutral.

NOTE: Moving shift arm (X) clock-

wise all the way to the left, and

then one notch back counterclock-

wise, should put transmission

Detentfor Neutral

Position

J

Figure 5-14: Gear Select Lever in neutral (IV)position.

into neutral. When transmission is

in neutral, unit will move freely

when pushed while holding the

Operator Presence Control lever

down. If transmission is NOT in

neutral, there will be a slight drag

on the wheels when pushing unit.

6. When shift arm (X) is in neutral

position, rotate shift link (P) until

hooked end fits back into hole in

bottom end of shift rod (I).

NOTE: Shift rod (I) must be held

in the neutral position (see Figure

5-14) while shift link (P) is

adjusted.

7. Secure shift link (P) into shift

rod (I) with cotter pin removed

earlier.

8. Re-check neutral by pushing

unit back and forth and shifting

lever (I) from re,,_emeto neutral. A

small fine-tune adjustment may be

required.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

MOWERBLADES

Examine mower blades before op-

eration. For efficient mowing, cut-

ting edges of blades should al-

ways be kept sharp. Check for

blade wear or damage. See Fig- "

ure 5-16. Replace aseverely worn

or damaged blade with a new one.

WARNING

Mower bladesare sharp.

• When workingnear blades,

wear heavy leather gloves or

wrap blades in thick rags to

protect yourself from the

sharp edges.

•Wear eye protection when

sharpeningblades,

To InspectBlades

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Tip mower on rear wheels by

following instructions "Tipping

Mower For Service" in this Section

of Manual.

To Remove Blade

Remove bolt (Figure 5-18) and

washer(s). Remove mower blade.

BladeSharpening

Grind or file the same amount

from each blade end to maintain

blade balance. An unbalanced

mower blade produces excessive

• vibration and may damage spindle

bearings. Sharpen cutting edge

• straight across, parallel to rear

edge of mower blade. See Figure

5-16. After sharpening, blade bal-

ance must be checked.

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Replaceif separation

beginst_oform.

__l-S/S./4 cm

SharpenedBlade

Sharpen bladecutting edgestraight

across, parallel to blade trai/ing edge.

Figure 5-16: Blade Inspection.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Blade Installation

Blades must be installed perpen-

dicular to each other (see Figure

5-17).

Install mower blade as shown in

Figure 5-18 with flat side down.

Install washer on bolt. Tighten

bolts to a torque value of 35 ft.

Ibs. (47 Nm).

NOTE: If top bolt is removed, re-

install using LOCTITE #242

thread sealant.

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Figure 5-17

Torqueto

_"- Mower Blade

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Washer

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Figure 5-18: Blade spindle.

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STORAGE

OFF-SEASONSTORAGE

•Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and discon-

nect spark plug wire before

performing any storage proce-

dures. Review the "Mainte-

nance and Storage" safety

rules in the Safety section of

this Manual

MOWER:

•Inspect all parts for damage,

breakage, and wear. Tighten or

replace fasteners. Contact your

Sears Service Center for re-

placement parts.

•Lubricate as shown in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section.

•Clean the exterior of the mower

thoroughly and touch up all

chipped or scratched surfaces to

prevent rust from forming.

ENGINE:

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

OFAClDS 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 mn un-

til 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.

WARNING

Neverstore machine with fuel

inthe fuel tank inside a build-

ing where fumes may reach

an open flame or spark, or

where ignition sources are

presentsuchas hot water and

space heaters, furnaces,

clothes dryers, stoves, elec-

tric motors,etc.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an accept-

able alternative in minimizing the

formation of fuel gum deposits dur-

ing storage. Add stabilizer to gaso-

line infuel tank or storage contain-

er. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after

adding stabilizer to allow the stabi-

lizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carbu-

retor if usingfuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL:

Drain oil (with engine warm) and

replace with clean engine oil See

"ENGINE" in the Customer Re-

sponsibilities Section of this

manual.

CYLINDER:

•Remove spark plug.

•Pour one ounce 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.

•Cover your unit with a suitable

protective cover that does not re-

tain moisture. Do not use plastic.

Plastic cannot breathe which al-

lows condensation to form and

wi(I cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER

MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND

EXHAUSTAREAS ARE STILL

WARM.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING

Before inspecting, cleaning

or servicing the machine,

shut off engine, make sure

that all moving parts have

come to a complete stop,

and disconnect spark plug

wire.

Failure to followthis instruc-

tion could result in personal

injury or propertydamage.

Symptom

TroubleshootingChart

Possiblecause

nginomalfunction. •••• • • • • •

mproperlyadjusted drivelinkage. • • • • • • •

_)irtyenginecoolingfins orflywheelscreen. •

:aultyignition. • • • • • • •

:aultysparkplug. • • • • •

-mpty fueltank. • • • •

3artery orchargingmalfunction(if applicable). • • • •

Lmproperlyadjusted or dirtycarburetor. • • • • •

tmproper oil level. • •

Dirtyaircleanerelement. • • • •

Improperlyadjustedchoke(if applicable). •••• •

I-ransmission malfunction. • •

Improperly adjusted drivelinkage. • • • • •

Broken,loose orworn belt(s). • • • • • •

Dull blade(s). • •

Throttle controloutof adjustment. •••

Blade/brakesystem outof adjustment. • • •

Blade(s)out of balance. • •

Loose hardware. • • •

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OPERATING AND SAFETY DECALS

SAFETYDECALS

Make certain all safety decals on this equipment are kept clean and in good condition. The decals are shown (at

reduced sizes) below. If you need a replacement decal, please refer to the Repair Parts section of this manual.

_kCAUTION

On top, rear of engine platform

DANGER

Beneathbelt/pulley

cover

On left side of

mowerdeck

On ControlPanel

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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

HANDLEBARAND CONSOLEASSEMBLY

114 116

111 i113 II

i[J78

I

142

0

118

_114

117

143 110

Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty.

11 1186393

16 1185147

17 1721252

19 1107382

33 1186389

43 1702646

68 1769888

72 1773607

78 1769872

80 1769874

84 1186308

92 1703051

96 1185279

110 1186329

111 1770445001

112 1768452

113 1915793

114 1734398

115 1764922001

FlangeLocknut,3/8-16........................... 1

CotterPin,3/32x5/8............................. 2

J-Clip......................................................1

FlatWasher,5/16....................................4

FlangeLocknut,1/4-20........................... 2

FlatWasher,1/2......................................1

UpperBladeRod....................................1

UpperTransmissionRod........................ 1

UpperBrakeRod....................................1

ShiftRod................................................1

FlangeLockScrew,1/4-20 x1/2 ........... 2

ShoulderBolt.........................................1

RollPin,1/4x2-1/4...............................1

FlangeLockScrew,5/16x3/4 ............... 4

ControlHandle.......................................1

OperatorPresenceControlDecal........... 1

Screw,1/4-20x 1-3/4- Grade8............ 5

Locknut,1/4-20.....................................5

LeftHandlebar........................................1

116 1703539

117 1773605001

118 1717897

119 1915927

120 1737118

121 1737041

122 1715716

123 1721492

124 1107385

125 1768633

126 1915931

130 1764984

131 1768223

142 1735531

143 1764923001

172 1724491

301 1915935

HandleGrip............................................2

ControlHandle....................................... 1

HairPin,5/64......................................... 1

ThrottleControl...................................... 1

Knob.......................................................1

HandleGrip............................................1

NylonBushing........................................1

CompressionSpring............................... 1

FlatWasher,1/2...................................... 1

WarningDecal....................................... 1

LogoDecal.............................................1

HandleGrip............................................1

MowerEngageLever.............................. 1

Plastictie ...............................................5

RightHandlebar..................................... 1

Screw,5/16-18x 3/4"............................. 1

ConsoleAssembly(incL Ref.125) ........ 1

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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

DRIVEASSEMBLY

_50

o_65 303 305

38

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

DRIVEASSEMBLY

Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty.

1 *

2 1769904

3 1100243

41915933

5 1773599

7 1915475

8 1766326

9 1768865

10 1909371

11 1186393

12 1727379

13 1769870

14 1769869001

15 1769885

16 1185147

18 1890234

19 1107382

20 1711864

21 1763219

23 1715538

25 1748393

26 1764920

27 1756151

28 1107383

29 1715685

30 1733398

31 1915831

32 1100086

33 1186389

36 1100243

39 1186347

41 1769881

42 1769877

43 1702646

44 1770361

48 1725264

49 1186258

50 1185388

51 1708012

53 1701447

54 1769781

55

56 1104436

57 1732499

Engine,8 HP..........................................1

EnginePulley.........................................1

LockWasher,3/8....................................1

Bolt,3/8-24x 1-3/4-Grade8 ................ 1

Washer,Nylon........................................1

WarningDecal.......................................1

OilValveCap..........................................1

OilValve(Incl.Ref.8)............................ 1

OilDrainHose........................................1

FlangeLocknut,3/8-16........................... 5

PopRivet,3/16 ......................................4

Flap........................................................1

FlapBracket............................................1

LowerTransmissionRod........................ 1

CotterPin,3/32x5/8............................. 8

FlatWasher,1/2......................................1

FlatWasher,5/16....................................5

CompressionSpring............................... 1

ShoulderBolt.........................................1

Nyliner,1/2.............................................2

CarriageBolt,3/8-16x1-3/4.................. 1

IdlerArm ..............................................1

IdlerPulley.............................................2

FiatWasher,3/8......................................3

PlasticGrip.............................................1

TopLocknut,3/8-16............................... 1

LiftCrankAssembly............................... 1

Bolt,3/8-16x 1-3/4................................ 1

FlangeLockout,1/4-20........................... 4

LockWasher,3/8....................................1

FlangeLockScrew,3/8-16x 1............... 4

58 1770247

60 1770326

61 1118808

62 1107381

63 1100002

64 1186391

65 1110108

66 1100241

67 1100043

68 1769888

69 1768140

70 1767837

71 1768628

72 1769873

75 1768624

76 1768636

78 1769872

79 1111609

80 1769874

81 1769875

83 1768630001

84 1186308

85 1769852023

87 1770334

90 1768194

91 1762042

102 1186229

159 1769038

167 1769882

169 1100350

168 1769878

LowerBladeRod....................................1

TransaxlePulley ....................................1

RetainingRing........................................1

FlatWasher,1/4......................................3

Screw,1/4-28x 3/4................................ 1

FlangeLockout,5/16-18......................... 1

Locknut,3/8-16......................................1

LockWasher,1/4....................................1

Screw,318x 1:1/4.................................. 1

UpperBladeRod....................................1

TransmissionArm.................................. 1

BallJoint.......:........................................1

ShiftLinkRod:........................................1

UpperTransmissionRod........................ 1

SpringAttachmentRod.......................... 1

ExtensionSpring.................................... 1

UpperBrakeRod.................................... 1

Screw,5/16-18x2-3/4........................... 2

Shift Rod................................................1

ClutchArm Pivot.................................... 1

Shift RodBracket................................... 1

FlangeLockScrew,1/4-20 x 1/2...._...... 2

Backplate...............................................1

V-Belt.....................................................1

ThreadFormingScrew,3/8-16 x 1-1/2_ 1

ThreadFormingScrew,3/8-16 x 1........ 3

HexNut,1/4-20......................................1

EyeBolt..................................................2

PivotShaftAssembly............................. 1

CotterPin...............................................3

8rakeArm ..............................................1

InterlockCam.........................................1

LowerBrakeRod....................................1

Washer,Flat1/2......................................3

InterlockLatch.......................................1

SwivelBlock...........................................2

JamNut,5/16-18...................................2

RetainingRing........................................2

FlatWasher............................................4

SpecialWasher....................................NR

SquareKey,3/16x2-1/2........................ 2

TransmissionAssembly(Model915-029) 1

WoodruffKey,3/16x3/4 ....................... 1

TopLockout,5/16-18............................. 4

170 1187961

171 1730851

172 1724491

177 1740496

302 1915936

303 1768180

304 1756444

305 1718086

400 97092

403 1768818

--- 1905122

DrivePin,5/32 x 1.................................. 1

ClevisPin,1/2x 1-1/4............................ 1

Screw,5/16-18x 3/4.............................. 2

FlangeScrew,5/16-18x 3/4................... 2

FrameWeldmentAss'y

(Incl. Ref.7) ........................................ 1

WheelRim..............................................2

Tire.........................................................2

ValveStem.............................................2

Loctite242,0.02oz.Tube......................N/I

Washer-flat.............................................1

Owner'sManual...................................... 1

•*SeepartsbreakdowninthisSection.

NR Asrequired.

N/] Itemnotincludedwithunit;orderseparately.

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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

FRONTFRAMEASSEMBLY

7110

]

I

I

149 402 BlackSprayPaintCan,13oz.

151

104 316

I

I

313

317

\

30

11

\

_110

310 73

40

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

FRONTFRAMEASSEMBLY

Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty.

11 1186393

16 1185147

28 1107383

30 1733398

31 1769895

47 1100349

53 1701447

58 1770247

73 1185506

94 1768231

95 1769521001

97 1769889

100 1769344

101 1769007

103 1185498

104 1764996023

105 1185873

106 1100352

108 1743891

FlangeLocknut,3/8-16........................... 9

CotterPin,3/32x 5/8............................. 2

FlatWasher,3/8......................................6

Locknut,3/8-16......................................2

Lift Crank................................................1

CotterPin...............................................1

SpecialWasher.......................................4

LowerBladeRod....................................1

FlangeLockout,3/8-16........................... 5

PivotBlock.............................................1

LevelerBar.............................................1

CuttingHeightDecal............................... 1

TapScrew,#8x 3/8................................8

CompressionSpring............................... 1

SpeedNut,5/16-18 ............................... 2

BeltGuard..............................................1

SpeedNut,5/16-18 ............................... 2

CotterPin...............................................4

GageWheel............................................2

110 1186329

149 1915930

151 1915937

158 1769767

159 1769038

165 1754125

174 1770355

307 1769903001

308 1185469

309 1107386

310 1770248001

311 1768477001

312 1764140

313 1769743001

314 1185976

315 1185759

316 1769899001

317 1186347

402 1735222

FlangeLockScrew,5/16x3/4 ............... 2

LogoDecal.............................................1

33"CombinationDeckDecal.................. 1

V-Belt.._..................................................1

EyeBolt..................................................1

ShoulderBolt .........................................5

ToplockNut............................................1

RearLiftAssembly................................. 1

RollPin,1/4 x 1......................................2

FlatWasher,5/8......................................1

FrontLiftAssembly................................ 1

Spindle.Assembly................................... 2

FlangeBearing........................................4

GageSupport.........................................1

GreaseFitting.........................................2

DrivePin,1/4 x 3....................................2

MowerSupport......................................2

WhizlockScrew,3/8-16x 1.................... 4

BlackSprayPaintCan,13Oz................ N/I

N/I Itemnotincludedwithunit;orderseparately.

41

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

MOWERDECKASSEMBLY

LOCTITEINTO PLACE

TORQUETO

35 FT. LBS,

I

2_

4_320

2_

I

11 8

37

28

52

158

400 LOCTITE242,0.02 OZ.TUBE

401 BLACKSPRAYPAINTCAN,13 OZ.

10 I

TORQUETO _9

35FT. LBS. 318

42

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

MOWERDECKASSEMBLY

Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty.

2 1185574

3 1746869

4 1915280

6 1765029

7 1766061

81768169

91765196

10 1765197

11 1910917

12 1185649

13 1771081

14 1771083

15 1185985

17 1773600

18 1768435

19 1774220

20 1769362

21 1736484

22 1100244

23 1773523

24 1764140

25 1701055

26 1762794

27 1100062

28 1911054

29 1770803

30 1186059

31 1911021001

32 1749911

33 1766787

34 1720717

35 1756595

36 1186231

37 1732499

38 1723996

39 1739687

BallBearing............................................4

Spacer....................................................2

MowerSpindle.......................................2

BladeSpacer..........................................2

RightSpindleShaft ............................... t

LeftSpindleShaft(long)........................ 1

Screw,7/16-14x1................................ 2

BelleviIleWasher.................................... 2

Blade,33"Mulching................................ 2

RetainingRing........................................2

FlatHeadScrew,#10-24x 1-1/4........... 2

BrakePad...............................................1

NylonLocknut,#10-24.......................... 2

ToothedDriveBelt....................i............ 1

CautionDecal........................................1

CoggedPulley,56T................................ 2

DrivePulley............................................1

FlatWasher,7/16.................................... 2

LockWasher,7/16.................................. 2

FlangeLockScrew,5/16-18x1............. 8

FlangeBushing.......................................2

FlatWasher............................................2

IdlerPulley.............................................1

HexHeadCapscrew,3/8-16x 2-1/2....... 2

AdapterTrim...........................................1

IdlerArm................................................1

PopRivet...............................................2

BeltTensionAdjustmentBracket........... 1

IdlerPulley.............................................1

SpecialThrustWasher........................... 2

BeltGuide...............................................1

ExtensionSpring.................................... 1

Nut,3/8-16.............................................2

Locknut,5/16-18.................................... 1

PulleySpacer.........................................1

DangerDecal..........................................1

40 1768818

41 1100243

42 1701447

43 1764135

44 1769397

46 1113527

47 1768451

48 1185715

50 1771925

51

52

53

54

55

56

57

58

59

6O

158

318

319

320

400

401

FlatWasher,3/8x3/4............................_ 7

LockWasher,3/8....................................1

FlatWasher......................L.................... 2

BeltGuide.............i................................. 1

Screw,7/16-14x 1-1/4.......................... 2

RetainingRing........................................1

WarningDecal........................................1

PyramidWasher,3/8.............................. 1

TriplaskScrew,1/4-20x 5/8................... 8

177.1922001 SprocketPlate........................................2

1773642 MulcherCover,Fold-UpStyle

(Incl. Ref.28and30)......................... 1

1727342 Cap........................................................_ 2

1910931 DischargeChute.....................................1

19i=0948001 WeldmentDoubler................................. 2

1910951001 Bracket,ChuteHinge.............................. 1

1910971 Spring,DischargeChute......................... 1

1910972 Pin, DischargeChute.............................. 1

1740496 Screw,Thread-Forming...........................8

1186098 Bolt,Carriage,3/8-18x 3/4.................... 1

1769767 V-Belt.....................................................1

1773595 MulchingBladeKit

(Incl. Refs.9,10 and11).................... 1

1773587 MowerDeckAssembly

(Incl.Refs.18,39 &47)...................... 1

1769048 MowerSpindleAssembly

(Incl.Refs.2, 3, 4 & 5)........................ 2

97092 Loctite242,0.02oz.Tube......................Nil

1735222 BlackSprayPaintCan,13oz................. N/I

N/I Itemnotincludedwithunit;orderseparately.

43

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

TransaxleAssembly

lO

rJS

/

9

/181

/

77

/

3

61

64 11

13

31

/

37

54

4O 445

43

65A

/

44

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

TRANSAXLEASSEMBLY

Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty.

1772113

2 780086

3 770110

4 776300

6 778281

7778122A

8 792160

9784373

10 784365

11 778261

12 778262

13 778221

14 778068

15 778260

16 786150

17 786139

18 786147

20 792077

22 792079

23 788061

25 792073

26 792125

27 792035

28 788040

29 780072

30 780108

31 780001

32 792001

33 788076

34 780159

36 790071

37 790007

38 799021

39 786026

TransaxleCover................................ 1

NeedleBearing................................ 2

TransaxleCase ................................ 1

Countershaft ................................... 1

Spur Gear (16 teeth) ........................ 1

Spur Gear (22 teeth) ........................ 1

Shift Key ......................................... 4

Shift Collar ...................................... 1

Shift Rod & Fork ............................. 1

Bevel Gear & Bearing (Incl. 174) ..... 1

Bevel Pinion (14 teeth)..................... 1

BevelGear (16 teeth) ..................... 2

Differential Pinion ......................... 2

Ring Gear ........................................ 1

BearingStrip .................................. 1

Drive Pin ......................................... 1

Neutral Spacer ................................ 1

BaTI,5/16" dia................................. 1

Spring ............................................. 1

Seal Ring ......................................... 2

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4". ................... 17

Retaining Ring ................................ 4

Retaining Ring ................................ 1

Retaining Ring. ............................... 1

Washer ............................................ 6

Washer ............................................ 2

Washer ............................................ 2

"0" Ring .......................................... 1

"0" Ring .......................................... 1

Bushing ........................................... 1

Brake Disk ....................................... 1

BrakePad Plate ............................... 1

Brake Pad (pkg. o12) ...................... 2

Dowel Pin ........................................ 2

40 792076A

41 790045

42 792073

43 792075

44 790025

46 786086

47" 774747

48 774888

49 778123A

50" 778122A

61: 778273

54 778263

56 778127A

57 778128A

58 778129A

61 778265

63 786158

64 786072

65 780162

65A 780160

66 776299

67 776352

69 780161

71 788069

76 780090

77 788078A

79 792144

80 790063A

90 7880679

150 510334

161- 776302

174 780085

175 780145

Washer............................................ 1

BrakeLever ..................................... 1

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

Loeknut, 5/16-24 ............................ 1

Brake PadHolder ............................ _1

Brake LeverBracket ........................ 1

Axle (16-1/4" long) ......................... 1

Axle (11" long) ................................ 1

Spur Gear(25 teeth)........................ 1

Spur Gear(22 teeth) ..........;........... 1

Spur Gear(19 teeth) ....................... 1

Spur Gear(11 teeth) ....................... 1

Spur Gear(25 teeth) ....................... 1

Spur Gear(28teeth) ...................... 1

Spur Gear(30teeth) ....................... 1

Spur Gear(34 teeth) ....................... 1

Spacer.............................................. 1

Output ShaftSpacer......................... 1

Washer .......................................:.... 1

Washer ............................................ 2

Input Shaft ...................................... 1

Shifter & BrakeShaft ...................... 1

Washer ............................................ 1

SquareCut Ring .............................. 1

Washer............................................ 1

Inverted RetainingRing (pkg. of 2). 1

Spring ............................................. 1

Brake Bracket .................................. 1

Grease Specification....................... 1

GasketEliminator (Loctite #515) ..... 1

ReverseIdler ................................... 1

NeedleBearing ............................... 1

Washer............................................. 1

45

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman4-Cycle,8HP Engine(Model 143.988000)

°l 51

/

18

.25O

234

238

325

•210

_211

178

4 38O

277

46

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman4-Cycle,8HPEngine(Model143.988000)

EngineAssembly

Ref # Part # Description Qty Ref # Part # Description Qty

1 35745 Cylinder(Incl.2&20) 1

2 27652 DowelPin 2

14 28277 Washer 2

15 35082 GovernorRod 1

16 32651 GovernorLever 1

17 29916 GovernorLeverClamp 1

18 651028 Screw,TorxT-15,8-32x3/8' 1

19 34043 ExtensionSpring 1

20 35319 0ilSeal 1

25 36460 BlowerHousingBaffle 1

26 650561 Screw,1/4-20x5/8" 2

28 30322 LockHut,8-32 1

30 357468 Crankshaft 1

31 35327 CounterbalanceGear 1

36 29826 Screw,10-32x3/4 1

36 29918 LockWasher 1

37 29216 LockNut,10-32 1

38 29642 RetainingRing 1

40 40011 Piston,Pin& RingSet(Std.) 1

40 40012 Piston,Pin& RingSet

(010"0S) 1

41 40009 Piston& PinAss'y.(Std.)(Incl.

43) 1

41 40010 Piston&PinAss'y.(.OlO'OS)

(Incl.43) .1

42 40013 RingSet(Std.) 1

42 40014 RingSet(.010'OS) 1

43 27888 PistonPinRetainingRing 2

45 36897 ConnectingRodAea'y.

(Incl.47) 1

47 651033 ConnectingRodBolt 2

48 34034 ValveLifter 2

50 35381 Camshaft(MCR) 1

51 35747A CounterbalanceWeight 1

52 31356 OilPumpAss'y. 1

60 33273A BlowerHousingExtension 1

66 650128 Screw,10-24x1/2" 1

66 650990 Screw,TorxT-30,

1/4-20x15/32" 1

69 35317 MountingFlangeGasket 1

70 35711A MountingRange(Incl.72,

76,80&81) 1

72 31927 OilDrainPlug. 1

75 35319 OilSeal 1

80 35783 GovernorShaft 1

81 30590A Washer 2

82 35378 GovernorGearAss'y.(IncL8t) 1

83 30588A GovernorSpool 1

84 29193 RetainingRing 2

86 650833 Screw,1/4-20x1-3/16' 7

88 31707A Spacer(IncL81) 1

89 32589 FlywheelKey 1

90 611090 Flywheel 1

92 650880 LockWasher 1

93 650881 FlywheelNut 1

100 35135 SolidStateIgnition 1

101 610118 SparkPlugCover 1

102 651024 SolidStateMountingStud 2

103 651007 Screw,TorxT-15,

10-24x15/16' 2

110 35182 GroundWire 1

119 36448 CylinderHeadGasket 1

120 36449 CylinderHead 1

123 33261 IntakePipeBrace 1

124 651031 Screw,1/4-20x9/16" 3

125 27878A F.xhasstVatve(Std.)(In¢l.151)1

125 27880A ExhaustVatve(1/32'OS)(Incl.

151) 1

126 34035 In_eValve(Std.)(Incl.151) 1

126 34036 IntakeValve(1/32'OS)(Incl•

151) 1

127 "650691 Washer 9

128 -650690 9elleviBeWasher 9

130 :650694AScrew,5/16-18x2' 9

135 33636 ResistorSparkPlug(RJ17LM)1

149 27882 ValveSpringCap 1

149A 35862 ValveSpdngCap 1

150 27881 ValveSpdng 2

151 32581 VulveSpringKeeper 2

169 27896A V_veCoverGasket 2

170 28423 BreatherBody 1

171 28424 BreatherElement 1

172 28425 ValveCover 1

173 35350 BrealherTube 1

174 650126 Screw,10-24x1/2' 2

178 29752 Nut&LockWasher,1/4-28 2

182 30068A Screw,1/4-28x1" 2

164 33263 CarburetorToIntakePipe

Gasket 1

185 34926 IntakePipe 1

186 33860 GovernorLink 1

200 338658 ControlBracket 1

203 31342 CompressionSpring 1

204 651029 Screw,ToxT-1O,5-40x7/16"1

206 610973 Terminal 1

207 _33151 ThrutUeLink 1

299 30200 Screw,10-24x9/16" 2

210 27793 ConduitClip 1

211 28942 Screw,10-32x3/8" 1

223 650378 Screw,TorxT-30,5/16-18

x1-1/8" 2

224 27915A intakePipeGasket 1

234 650825 Nut&LockWasher,1/4-20 2

238 650834 Screw,10-32x1-17/32" 2

239 33629 AirCleanerGasket 1

240 355388 AirCleanerBody(IncL239) 1

245 35403 /drCleanerFilter(Incl.324) 1

245A 35404 AirCleanerFilter 1

250 35961 AirCleanerCover 1

251 650886 WingNut,I/4-20 2

260 33635C BlowerHousing 1

261 650788 Screw,5/16-18x3/4" 2

262 29747B Screw,TorxT-40,5/16-24x

21/32' 2

Screw,1/4-20x5/8' 1

CylinderHeadCover(Black)1

Muffler 1

tocldngRate 1

Screw,5/t6-18x3-3/16' 2

St_'terBobbleCover 1

Screw,8-32x3/8" 1

StarterCup 1

264A 650802

265 33272B

275- 40003

276 31588

277 650729

281 33013

282: 650760

285 .35985B

Ref# Part # Description Qty

287 29752 Nut&LockWasher,1/4-28 4

290 30705 FuelLine 1

292 26460 FuelLineClamp 2

298 28763 Screw,16-35/64" 2

300 335838 FuelTank(Incl.292,298

&301) 1

301 36246 FuelCap 1

305 35574 OilFinTube 1

307 35499 "0"ring 1

308 35437 FilITubeClip I

310 35576 Dipstick 1

325 29443 W_reClip 1

327 35392 StarterPlug 1

3706 35274 OilinstructionDecal 1

380 640126 Carburetor(IncL184) 1

390 590746 RewindStarter 1

400 36450A GasketSet

(Incl.ItemsMarkedPKinNotes)Incl.part

_'s27272A(1),27896A(2),27915A(1),

29673(1),33263(1),33629(1),34698A(1),

35262A(1),36448(1)

416 34479A SparkArrestorKit(option) 1

900 -- Rep.shortblock752314,order

from71-999 1

900 -Replacementengine-none

47

CRAFTSMAN 81-1PMODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman4-Cycle,8HPEngine(Model143.988000)

CARBURETOR NO. 640126

I 30

31_

,_27

28

_'_37

401 !

Ref # Part # Description Qty.

0 640126 Carburetor(Incl.184

ofEnginePartsList 1

1 631776A ThrottleShaft&

LeverAssembly 1

2 631970- ThrottleReturnSpring 1

4 631184 DustSealWasher 1

5 631183 DustSeal(Throttle) 1

6 631778 ThrottleShutter 1

7 650506 ShutterScrew 2

10 631779 ChokeShaft&

LeverAssembly 1

11 631780A ChokeReturnSpring 1

12 631184 DustSealWasher 1

13 631183 DustSeal(Choke) 1

14 631753 ChokeShutter 1

16 632527 FuelFitting 1

17 651025 ThrottleCrackScrew/Idle

SpeedScrew 1

18 630766 TensionSpring 1

20 640027 IdleRestrictorScrew 1

20A 640053 IdleRestrictorScrewCap1

25 631867 FloatBowl 1

27 631024 FloatShaft 1

28 632019 Float 1

29 631028 FloatBowl"0"Ring 1

30 631021 InletNeedle,Seat,&

Clip(Incl.31) 1

31 631022 SpringClip 1

36 640005 MainNozzleTube 1

37 632547 "0" ring,MainNozzle

Tube 2

40 640012 HighSpeedBowlNut 1

44 27110 8owlNutWasher 1

47 630748 WelchPlug,IdleMixture

Well 1

48 631027 WelchPlug,Atmospheric

Vent 1

48

CRAFTSI_IAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman4-Cycle,8HPEngine(Model143.988000)

RECOIL STARTER NO. 590746

13 12

¢p-.4

Ref# Part # Description Qty.

O

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

11

12

13

590746 RecoilStarter 1

590599A SpringPin(lncl 4) 1

590600 Washer t

590679 Retainer 1

590601 Washer 1

590678 BrakeSpring 1

590680 StarterDog 2

590412 DogSpring 2

590681 Pulley& Rewind

SpringAss'y. 1

590747 StarterHousinoAss'y 1

590535 StarterRope

(Length98'x9/64"dia) 1

590701 StarterHandle 1

49

NOTES

50

NOTES

51

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

987.889000

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE CALL

THIS TOLL-FREE NUMBER:

• 1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND ORDER-

ING, CALL THIS

TOLL-FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

CRRFTSMRN°

8 Horsepower

33-INCH MOWER

Each mower has its own model number. Each engine has its

own model number.

The model number for your machine will be found on a decal

attached to the right side of the mower deck.

The model number for the engine will be found on the engine

housing.

All parts listed may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Service Centers and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOL-

LOWING INFORMATION:

•PRODUCT- "MOWER"

•MODEL NUMBER - 987.889000

• ENGINE MODEL NO. - 143.988000

•PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider

that Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears

trained technicians...professional technicians specifically trained

on Sears products who have the parts, tools and the equipment

to ensure that we meet our pledge to you...we service what we

sell.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60179 U.S.A.

FORM 1905122 (3/98) - Printed in U.S.A.