[Rill: rSMnN ®_._ODEL NUMBER 9!7,372830 OWNE£'SMANUAL

o Assemblyo Operationo Oustomer

Responsibilitieso Serviceo Adjustmentso Repair Parts

Caution:Read and Followai_ Safety Rulesand _nstructionsBefore OperatingThis Equipment

146847 10/05/94 Printed in U.S.A.

SAFETY RULESCAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACEWIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK

PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKINGREPAIRS.

iMPORTANTSAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WiTHSUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CiRCUM-STANCES.

TRAINING:

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

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

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especiallysmall chiidren and pets.

Use mower only as the manufacturer intended and as de-scribed in this manual.

Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged inany manner. Atways have damage repaired before usingyour mower.

Do not use accessory attachments that are not recom_mended by the manufacturer. Use of such atfachments maybe hazardous.

Be aware that the mower blade turns when the engine isrunning.

PREPARATION:

Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear itof all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects,These objects wili be thrown by the btade and can causesevere injury.

Always wear safety gtasses or eye shields when starting andwhile using your mower.

Dress properly, Do not operate mower when barefoot orwearing open sandais, Wear only solid shoes with goodtraction when mowing.

Check rue! tank before starting engine. Do not filI gas tankindoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot.Allow the engine to cool for severai minutes before filling thegas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting theengine.

Always make wheel height adjustments before starting yourmower. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

OPERATION:

Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area beingcut. Do not let other interests distract you.

Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never run while operatingyour mower. Always be sure of your footing - keep a firm holdon the handles and walk,

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

Always stop the engine wheneveryou leave or are not using

you r mower, or before crossing driveways, walks, roads, andany graveFcovered areas.

Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders norallow anyone near the mower while you are operating it,

Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stopthe engine and make absolutely sure the blade and allmoving parts have stopped. Then disconnect the spark plugwire and keep it away from the spark piug to preventaccidental starting.

Do not continue to run your mower if you hit a foreign object.Foltow the procedure outlined above, then repair any dam-age before restarting and operating you mower.

Do not change the governor settings or overspeed theengine. Engine damage or personal injury may result.

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

Do not rue the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are danger°ous.

Never cut grass by pu!ting the mower towards you. Mowacross the face of slopes, never up and down or you mightlose your footing. Do not mow excessively steep siopes.Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain orwhen changing directions - maintain good footing.

Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,grass catcher or other safety devices in place.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to besure they are tightened properly.

Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals forproper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi-tion.

Keep att safety devices in place and working.

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

Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear andreplace worn bags. Use only replacement bags that arerecommended by and comply with specifications of themanufacturer of your mower.

Always keep a sharp blade on your mower.

Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

Never store mower with fue! in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition sourcesuch as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

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

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€ONGFIATULAT!ONS on your purchase of a Sears LawnMower. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-tured to give you the best possible dependability andperformance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easilyremedy, please contact your nearest Sears AuthorizedService Center/Department. We have competent, wel!-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repairthis lawn mower.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions willenable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mowerproperly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODELNUMBER 917.372830

SERIALNUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERSWILL BE FOUNDON A DECAL A_ACHED TO THE REAR OF THELAWN MOWER HOUSING It

l

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND t

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACEII

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.J

PRODUCT SPEClFICAT|ONSHORSEPOWER: 5.5

DISPLACEMENT: 12.6 CU. IN.

GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 QUARTSAND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30 (below 32_F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19-LMGAP: .030") STD361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .008"EXHAUST: .008"

SOLID STATE _GNITIONAIR GAP: .0125 IN.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FF. LBS.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESRead and observe the safety raies.

Fotlow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower.

Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned upaccording to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears wilt repair free of charge anydefect in materiat or workmanship,

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days fromthe date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

, Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts,air cleaners and spark plug.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintainthe equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER TO THE NEARESTSEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILETHIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 12-t4WARRANTY .................................................................. 3ASSEMBLY ................................................................... 6OPERATION .................................................................. 8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 12

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 15STORAGE ................................................................... 17TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 19REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ........................ 20-24REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 25-27PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................................... 28

INDEXA

Accessories .................................... 5

Adjustments:Carburetor .............................. 16Drive Belt ............................... 15Engine Speed ........................ 16Handte Height ........................ 16Height of Cut ........................... 9

Air Filter:Replacement .......................... !4Service ................................... 14

Assembly ........................................ 6

BBfade:

Sharpening ............................ 13Replacement .......................... 13

CControls:

Drive Control ............................ 8Engine Zone Control ................ 8Engine Speed Control .............. 8Operator PresenceControl Bar ............................... 8

Customer Responsibilities ... 3, 12-14Air Filter ................................. !4Blade Care/Replacement ....... 13Drive Wheels ......................... 13Engine .................................... 14Lubrication ............................. 14Spark Plug ............................. 14

Cutting Levels ............................ :..,, 9

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Engine:Air Filter ................................. 14Oil Change ............................. 14Oil Level ................................. 14Oil Type ................................. 14Starting .................................. 10Stopping ................................ 10Storage .................................. 16

FFuel:

Capacity ................................... 3Storage .................................. 16Type ....................................... 10

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Handle Adjustment:Assembly ................................. 6Cutting Height ........................ 16

LLubrication:

Engine .................................... 14Lawn Mower .......................... 12

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Maintenance Agreement ................ 3Maintenance Schedule ................. 12

Mowing Tips ................................. 10

Oil:O

Engine .................................... !2Storage .................................. 16

Operation:Drive Control ..: ......................... 9Engine Control ......................... 9Grass Catcher ...................... L.. 9Mower ...................................... 9Operator PresenceControl Bar ............................... 9

Options:Accessories ............................. 5

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Repair Parts:Engine ............................... 25-27Lawn Mower ..................... 20-24

Responsibilities, Customer .. 3, 12-14

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

Service and Adjustments .............. 15Carburetor .............................. 16Drive Belt ............................... 15Engine Speed ........................ 16Handle ................................... 16

Spark Plug .................................... 14

Specifications ................................. 3

Speed Control:Engine ...................................... 8

Starting the Engine ....................... 10

Stopping the Engine ..................... 10

Storage ......................................... 16

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Trouble Shooting Chart ................ 19

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Warranty ......................................... 3

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LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outletsand se rvice centers. Most Sears stores can atso order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of you r lawnmower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER

m

AIR FILTER

If [awr_ mower is aF_ elect[i€ 5ta_t

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

GAS CAN ENGINE OiL STABiLiZER

REAR BAG

OPTIONAL

REPLACEMENTBAG FOR REAR

DISCHARGELAWN MOWERS

FABRmC BAG

DUST SHIELD

OPTIONALCATCHER FOR

SiDE DISCHARGELAWN MOWER

CUPPING DEFLECTOR

SiDE DISCHARGE CATCHER

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCEBLADEBELT BLADE

ADAPTERWHEELS LAWN MOWER

COVER

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ASSEMBLY

Read these instructions and this manual in its entiretybefore you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawnmower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at thefactory with the exception of those parts left unassembledfor shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers,bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have beenplaced in the parts bag. To ensure safe and properoperation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware youassemble must be tightened securely. Use the correcttools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROMCARTON

Remove loose parts included with mower.

Cut down two end corners of carton and fay end paneldown flat.

Remove alt packing materials except padding betweenupper and lower handIe and padding holding operatorpresence control bar to upper handle.Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thor°ough!y for additiona! loose parts.

HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWERTO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Fig. i)IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLES CAREFULLY SO ASNOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.

Raise handles until lower handle section locks intoplace in mowing position.

Raise upper handle section into place on lower handle,remove protective padding and tighten both handleknobs.

Remove handle padding hetding operator presencecontrol bar to upper handle.

Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for yourmowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust Handle" in theService and Adjustment section of this manual.

TO iNSTALL ATTACHMENTS

(See Fig. 2)Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as amulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging:

Open rear door and remove mufcher plate. Storemulcher plate in a safe place.

You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflec-tor.

To return to mulching operation, install mulcher plateinto discharge opening of mower. Be sure all tabs areseated properly.

OPERATOR PRESENCECONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

LIFT UP

MOWING POSITION

LOWER HANDLE

F_G. 1

SLOTS

\

MULCHER PLATE TABS

FiG, 2

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mowerwithout mulcher plate in place or ap-

proved clipping deflector or grasscatcher in piece. Never attempt to op-erate the tawn mower with the rear doorremoved or propped open.

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ASSEMBLY

TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS

CATCHER (See Figs. 3A thru 4C )To assemble tubular frame to grass bag, work sewnhem of bag out through the front opening of beg toexpose the hem.

Thread tubular frame into hem and gather material attop of frame as shown.

Push frame inside bag through the opening until onlythe ends of frame are exposed out of the front.

NOTE: Do not close the flip lid at this time.• Assemble lower frame to tubular frame as shown. Be

su re frames are fully seated together as shown in inset.

Slip vinyl bindings over frame.

NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warmwater for a few minutes, if bag gets wet, let it dr'/beforeusing.

Ciose the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed while operatinglawn mower.

Lift the rear door on the rnower housing and place thegrass catcher frame onto the formed tabs on the reardoor hinge bracket.

The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mowerhousing when the rear door is lowered onto the grasscatcher frame.

=_ CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower_ _, w_ deflector or approved

! _ t_Kawnmowerwiththereardoor removed or propped open.

FLiP LID

SEWN iHEM \(Pulloutthrough frontof opening}

TUBULARFRAME(Push insidebag)

FroG.30

LOWER

/" FRAME

TUBULAR

FRAME

(Frames must /

be fully seated}

FIG. 4A

CATCHER FRAME

\

FIG. 3A

TUBULARFRAME_hreadintosewn hem)

FIG. 38

SEWNHEM

FIG. 4B

DOOR

HINGE

BRACKET

GRASSCATCHERFRAME

FORMEDTABS

7 FIG. 4C

KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER

OPERATION

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare theillustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save thismanual for future reference.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR

DRIVE CONTROL LEVER

GASOUNECAP

GRASS CATCHER

EDCONTROL

MULCHER PLATE DRIVE COVER

ENGINE OIL CAP W/DIPSTICK

WHEEL ADJUSTER HOUSING(ON EACH WHEEL)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Instituteand the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade turns when the engine is running,

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL - must be helddown to the handle to start the engine. Release to stop theengine.

PRIMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to thecylinder for use when starting a cold engine.

STARTER HANDLE - used for starting the engine.

DRIVE CONTROL LEVER - used to engage power-pro-pelled forward motion of lawn mower.

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL - located on the side of theengine which allows you to select either fast (_) or slow(,_i.) engine speed.

MULCHER PLATE - must be removed to convert to bag-ging or discharging operation.

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OPERATIC

HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER

CAUT!ON: Do not run your lawn mowerwithout mulcher plate in place and door

closed or without an approved clippingdeflector or grasscatcher in place,Never attempt to operate the lawnmower with the rear door removed orpropped open.

ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 5)

The engine speed is controlled by a lever fecated on theside of the engine. Fast (_) position is for starting theengine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Slow(-_) position is for Iight cutting, trimming and fuet economy.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

CAUTION: FederaI regulations requirean engine control to be installed on this

lawn mower in order to minimize therisk of blade contact injury. Do notunder any circumstances attempt todefeat the function of the operator con-trol. The blade turns when the engine isrunning.

Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator pres-ence control bar which requires the operator to bepositioned behind the lawn mower handle to start andoperate the tawn mower.

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 6)Raise wheels for tow cut and lower wheels for high cut,

Wheels are set in low cut for shipping. Adjust cuttingheight to suit your requirements. Medium position isbest for most lawns.

To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever to-ward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit yourrequirements. Be sure atl wheels are in the samesetting.

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7)

To remove grass catcher, release operator presencecontrol bar to stop engine.

Lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by thehandle.

Do not drag the bag when emptying; it witl causeunnecessary wear.

DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operatorpresence control bar down to the handle and pushingthe drive control lever forward until it clicks; thenretease the lever.

Forward motion will stop when the operator presencecontrol bar is released. To stop forward motion withoutstopping engine, release the operator presence controlbar slightly until the drive control disengages. Holdoperator presence control bar down to handle to con-tinue mowing without self-propelling.

To keep drive control engaged when turning corners,push down on handle and lift front wheels off groundwhile turning lawn mower.

ENGINE SPEEDCONTROLLEVER

LOWER WHEELS RAISE WHEELSFOR H}GH CUT FOR LOW CUT

FIG. 6

FIG° 7

OPERATOR PRESENCECONTROLBAR

DRIVECONTROL

TO ENGAGEDR!VE CONTROL

DRIVECONTROL

FIG. 8

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OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL (See Fig. 9)

Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine.Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean.

Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to the full lineon the dipstick.

Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of el! to use, see"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of thismanual.

Pour oi! slowly. Do not over fill.Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fillto full line on dipstick.

To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time,

Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

After the first two (2) hours of mowing, change the oil,and every 25 hours thereafter. You may need tochange the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions,

GAS (See Fig. 9}

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

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blendedfuels (called gasohot or using ethanol or methanol) canattract moisture which leads to separation and formation ofacids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuelsystem of an engine while in storage. To avoid engineproblems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor=age of 30 days or longer. Drain the fuel tank, start theengine and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor areempty. Use fresh fue! next season. See Storage Instruc-tions for additional information. Never use engine orcarburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or permanentdamage may occur.

TO START ENGINETo start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times beforetrying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usuallynecessary when starting an engine which has atreadyrun for a few minutes.

Move engine speed control lever to fast (,1_) position.

Hold operator presence control bar down to the handleand pull starter handfe quickly. Do not allow starterrope to snap back.

To stop engine, retease operator presence control bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeatpriming steps, tn warmer weather over priming may causeflooding and engine will not start. If you do flood engine,wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do notrepeat priming steps.

ENGINE OIL CAPW/DIPSTICK

GASOLINE FILLER CAP

FiG° 9

MOWING TIPS

Undercertain conditions, such as very tatl grass, it maybe necessary to raise the height of cut to reducepushing effort and to keep from overloading the engineand leaving clumps of grass clippings.

o For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cutand raise the rear of the lawn mower housing one (!)wheel adjuster setting higher than the front for betterdischarge of grass.

For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions,the engine speed should be set in the fast (-t_) position.

When using a rear discharge lawn mower in moist,heavy grass, clumps of cut grass may not enter thegrass catcher. Reduce ground speed (pushing speed)and/or run the !awn mowereverthe area a second time.

If a trail of grass clippings is left on the right side of a reardischarge lawn mower, mow in a clockwise directionwith a small overlap to collect the clippings on the nextpass.

Keep top of engine around starter clear and dean ofgrass clippings and chaff. This will help engine airflowand extend engine life.

Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirtand dust with use and catchers witl collect less grass.To prevent this, regularly hose catchers off with waterand let dry before using.

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OPERATION

MULCHING MOWING TIPSIMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEPMOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS ANDTRASH. SEE "CLEANING" IN CUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.

The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-pings many times and reduce them in size so that asthey fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grassand not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass willbiodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speedas this will provide the best recutting action of theblades.

Avoid cutting yeu_"lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tendsto form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon.At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut areawilt not be exposed to the direct sun.

o For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting heightso that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-thirdof the grass blades (See Fig. 10). If the lawn isovergrown it will be necessary to raise the height of cutto reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloadingthe engine and leaving clumps of mulched grass. Forextremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut byoverlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.

Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mewnorth to south one week then change to east to west thenext week. This will help prevent matting and grainingof the lawn.

MAX 1/3

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CUSTOMER RESPO BILITIEST

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES ._AS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICE

Check for Loose Fasteners -_4

r_ Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher(If Equipped)

O Clean Lawn Mower

W Inspect/Clean Drive Wheels _ iE (Self-Propelled Mowers)F_ Sharpen!Replace Mower Blade

I Lubrication Chart

?

Clean Battery/Recharge(Electric Star[ Mowers)

Check Engine Oil Level

Clean Air FilterInspect MufflerReplace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

I ! I !t!3t

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

2 - Service more often when operating in dirt_, or dusty conditions.

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

4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.

YSERVICE DATES

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items thathave been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. Toreceive full value from the warranty, operator must maintainmower as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically toproperly maintain your unit.

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

Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace air filterelement and check blade for wear. A new spark plugand clean/new air filter element assures proper air-fuelmixture and helps your engine run better and lastlonger.Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

o Check engine oil level.Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART(_ WHEEL

ADJ_

BRAKE SPRINGBRACKET

HANDLE BRACKETMOUNTING PIN

REAR DOORHINGE

(_ SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE SEC-TION.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OiL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEELBEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACTDUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OFTHE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS. tF YOU PEEL THEYMUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDEREDGRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESLAWN MOWERAlways observe safety rules when performing any mainte-nance.

TIRES

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-cals which can harm rubber.

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

BLADE CARE

For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replacebent or damaged blades.

TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig. 11)

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and placewire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter andcarburetor are up.

Use a wood block between blade and mower housingto prevent blade from turning when removing bladebolt.

Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade withheavy cloth.Remove blade bolt by turning counter-clockwise. Usea 9/16" box or open-end wrench.

Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt, lockwasher and hardened washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the keyinside hub of blade adapter. The key must be in goodcondition to work properly. Replace adapter if damaged.

BLADE CRAN_

KEYWAY

BLADE

I HARDENED \WASHERTRAJUNG

LOCK WASHER EDGE

'DRANK=SHAFT

BLADE ADAPTER

FiG. 1!

GRASS CATCHER

(!f purchased as an accessory)

The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but mustbe dry when used.

Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterio-ration. Through normal use it will wear. if catcherneeds replacing, replace onty with a manufacturerapproved replacement catcher. Give the lawn mowermodel number when ordering.

TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig. 11)Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft.Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway areafigned.

Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2)holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter.

Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharpedge) is up toward the engine.Install the blade bolt with the Iockwasher and hardenedwasher into blade adapter and crankshaft.

• Use block of wood between blade and lawn mowerhousing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.

The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. lbs.IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT iS GRADE8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but ifyou do, be sure the blade is balanced.

DRIVE WHEELS

Check front drive wheels each time before you mow to besure they move freely.

The wheels not turning freely means trash, grass cuttings,etc. are in the drive wheel area and must be cleaned to freedrive wheets,

If necessary to clean the drive wheels, check both frontwheels.

Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and washers.

Remove wheels from wheet adjusters,

Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside thedust cover, pinion and/or drive wheel gear teeth.

Put wheels back in place.

If after cleaning, the drive wheeIs do not turn freely,contact your nearest authorized service center.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. Anunbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawnmower or engine.

The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grindingwheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam orwall.Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail. Ifblade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontalposition. If either end of the blade moves downward,sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

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GEAR CASE

= To keep your drive system working properly, the gearcase and area around the drive should be kept cleanand free of trash build-up. Clean under the drive covertwice a season.

The gear case is filled with lubricant to the proper levelat the factory. The only time the lubricant needsattention is if service has been performed on the gearcase.

If lubricant is required, use only Texaco Starplex Pre-mium 1 Grease, Part No. 750369. Do not substitute.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINELUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API serviceclassification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity gradeaccording to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRACES

!.20 _ 0o 30° 32 _ 40 ° 60 _ 80o

-3o" _2o° -lo° 8° _o° 2o° 3o°TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTECIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)improve starling in cotd weather, these multioviscosity oi!swilt result in increased oit consumptio_q when used above32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoidpossible engine damage from running tow on oil.

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation andevery 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawnmower is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engineand after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oilplug securely each time you check the oit level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 12)

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fueltank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and placewire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

Remove engine oi! cap; lay aside on a clean surface.

Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitablecontainer. Rock lawn mower back and forth to removeany oil trapped inside of engine.

Wipe off any spitied oi! on lawn mower and on side ofengine.

Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line on thedipstick. DO NOT OVER FILL.

Replace engine oil cap.

Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.AiR FILTER

Your engine wilt not run properly and may be damaged byusing a dirty air filter.

Replace the air filter every year, more often if you mow invery dusty, dirty conditions. DO not wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13)

Remove the air filter cover by turning counterclockwiseto the stop and pull away from collar.Remove filter from inside of cover.

Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to removeany dirt accumulation.Insert new filter into cover.

Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tabwith the slot.

CONTAINER

FIG. 12

COLLAR

SLOT

COUNTER-CLOCKWISETO REMOVE

A_R F_LTERTURN CLOCKWISE

AIR FILTER COVER TO TIGHTEN

F_Go 13MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create afire hazard and/or damage,SPARK PLUG

Change your spark piug each year to make your enginestart easier and run better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.CLEANINGIMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEPMOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS ANDTRASH. CLEAN THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWERAFTER EACH USE.

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wirefrom spark plug and place were where itcannot come in contact with the sparkplug. !

Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter andcarburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawnmower by scraping to remove build-up of grass andtrash.

Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. Aclogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,oil,etc.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to cleanlawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, airfilter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.

CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER

Clean under drive cover at least hNice a season. Scrapeunderside of cover with putty knife or similar tool to removeany build-up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover.

o Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten.14

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSi,,,,,,,

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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

_! elease control bar.Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.

= Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWERTO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operationsection of this manual.

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels ofyour lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibilit3_that objects will be thrown out the rear of the lawn mowerinto the operator's mowing position. If the rear deflectorbecomes damaged, it should be replaced.TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. t4)

Remove drive cover. Remove belt by pushing down ongear case pulley.Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuelcap up.Remove blade.

Remove debris shield.

Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft,

install new bett by reversing above steps.

Always use factory approved belt to assure fit and longlife.

DRIVECOVER

BELT

PRESS

FIG+ 14

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 15 Thru 17)Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for yourmowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high,medium high, medium low and low. Handles are shippedmounted in the medium low position.

To change from medium low to medium high position,the upper and lower handle sections will have to beturned over (See Fig. 15B).

Remove the controls and operator presence controlbar from the upper handle.

Remove the starter rope guide from the iower handle.

Remove hairpin cotters.Disconnect the lower handle from the handle brackets(See Fig. !7),

Turn the handle over and reassemble the hai[TDincotters that have been removed.

Reassembie the starter rope guide.

Reassemble the controls and the operator presencecontrol barto the upper handle

CAUT!ON: The operator presence con-

& troi bar must pivot freely to permit b_adebrake engagement when contre_ bar isreleasedo Do not over tighten thefasteners hoiding the controls to theupper handle.

To change from medium tow to high position only theupper handle section wilt have to be turned over (SeeFig, 16A).

To change from medium low to low position, only thelower handle section wilI have to be turned over (SeeFig, 16B).

SHIPPING POSITION

MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH

ENGINEENGXNE SPEED

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

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet formixture control. If your engine does not operate properlydue to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawnmower to an authorized service center for repair and/oradjustment.

FIG. 16A F{G. 16B

LOWER HANDLE

SQUEEZETO REMOVE

HANDLEBRACKET

HAIRPIN CLIP

FIG, 17

16

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at theend of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 daysor more.

LAWN MOWERWhen lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, cleanit thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store ina clean, dry area.

Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in theCustomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilitiessection of this manual.

Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins aresecurelyfastened. Inspect moving partsfordamage,breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sandlightly before painting.

HANDLE (See Fig. 18}

You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage.

Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle towardeach other until the lower handle clears the handlebracket, then move handle forward.

Loosen upper handle mounting bolts enough to allowupper handle to be folded back.

IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FORSTORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLDTHE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THECONTROL CABLES.

When setting up your handle from the storage position,the lower handle witl automatically lock into the mowingposition.

LOWER HANDLE

BRACKET

SQUEEZBTOFOLD

HAIRPINCOTTER

OPERATORPRESENCECONTBOLBAR

UPPERHANDLE "_ //// x_7 _)7/,// iY /,FOLDFORWARD

FORSTORAGE _ _ i,'_/jTI

51LL 5 7

LOWER HANDLE

ENGINEFUEL SYSTEMIMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUMDEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDEDFUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL ORMETHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADSTO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURINGSTORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUELSYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

Drain the fuel tank.

Star_ the engine and let it run until the fuel lines andcarburetor are empty.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in thefuel tank or permanent damage may occur.Use fresh fue! next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptab!e alternative inminimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-age. Add stabilizer to gaso!ine in fuel tank or storagecontainer. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizercontainer. Run engine at least 10 minutes after addingstabilizer to atlow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Donot drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engineoil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilitiessection of this manual).CYLINDER

Remove spark plug.

Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hoieinto cylinder.

Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.

Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to giveprotection from dust and dirt.

Cover your unit with a suitabte protective cover thatdoes not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plasticcannot breathe which allows condensation to form andwill cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINEAND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

CAUTION: Never store the lawn mowerwith gasoline in the tank inside a build-ing where fumes may reach an openflame or spark, Allow the engine to coolbefore storing in any enclosure.

FIG, 18 17

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SERVICE NOTES

18

TROUBLESHOOT! POINTS

PROBLEM

Does not start

Loss of power

Poorcut_un_ve_

Exceesive vibration

Starter rope hard to pull

Loss of drive

Grass catcher not filling(if so equipped)

Hard to push

CAUSE

1. Ditty air filter.2. Out of feet.3, Stale fuel4. Water in fuel

5. Spark plug wire is disconnected,6, Bad spark plug.7. Loose blade or broken blade adapter.8. Control bar in released positiong. Control bar defective

1. Rear of Iawn mower housing/blade draggingin heavy gras&

2. Cuing too much grass.3. DirJy air filter.4. Buildup ot grass, leaves and trash under mower.5. Too much oil in engine.6. Walking speed too fast.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade,2. Wheel heights uneven.3. Low engine speed,4, Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower,

1, Worn, bent or loose blade,2. Bent engine crankshaft.

I. Engine flywheei brake is on when control bar isreleased.

2. Bent engine crankshaft3. Blade adapter broken,4, Blade dragging in grass.

t, Drive wheels not turning with dnve control engaged.2. Belt not ddving.

1. Cutting height toolow.2. Lift on blade worn off,

3, Catcher not venting air.4. Low engine speed.

1. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low.2. Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging

in grass.3. Grass catcher too full.

4. Handle height position not right for you.

CORRECTION

1. Clean/replace air filter.2. Fill fuel tank.3. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel.4. Drain fuei tank and carburetorand refilt tank with fresh

gasoline.5. Connect wire to plug.6. Replace spark plug.7. Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter.8. Depress control bar to handle,9. Replace controI bar.

1. Set in _Higher Cut _ position.

2. Set in "Higher Cut" position.3, CIeardrepiace air filter.4. Clean underside of mower housing.5. Check of{ level6. Cut at siower walking speed.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.2. Set all wheels at same height.3. Set engine speed control in fast position.4. Clear underside of mower housing.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.2. Contact authorized service center/department.

1, Depress control bar to upper handle beforepulling starter rope.

2, Contact authedzed service center!department.3. Replace blade adapter,4. Move lawn mower to cut grass Or to hard surface

to start engine.

1. Adjust or replace ddve control cable, if broken,2. Put belt on pulleys or replace belts if broken.

1. Raise cutting height.2. Replace blade.3. Clean grass catcher.4. Set engine speed control in fast position.

1, Raise cutting height.2. Raise rear of lawn mower housing one (1)

setting higher.3. Empty grass catcher,4, Adjust handle height to suit.

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KEY PARTNO. NO

1 145846X4792 1308613 743504244 133170X4795 858276 1363767 STD5414258 1457939 48137

10 128415|1 8634412 STD51250513 7740014 700483X47915 700365X47916 133190X47917 140661X47920 14054022 8554323 8767725 8392326 700326X00727 14624928 14274829 6233530 145935X00431 70103732 700331X00434 8492035 700327X00737 55187

DESCRIPTION

Upper HandleEngine Zone Control CableHex Head Screw 1/4_20 x lqt2Mulcher PlateCable ClipHandle KnobLocknut 1/4-20Control BarRear Door KitPop RivetSelf Tapping Screw #10-24 x 5/8Hex Tapping Screw w/Seres 1/4-20 x 1/2HubcapBack PlateSide BaffleDischarge BaffleRear BaffleRear SkirtEngine PulleyHi-Pro Key #505Hex Flange NutWheel Adjusting Bracket (Left)WheelShoulder Bolt 3/8-16 x !Spring WasherAxle Arm AssemblySelector KnobSelector SpringSpacerWheel Adjusting Bracket (Right)Thread Cutting Screw w!Sems 5/!6-18 x 3/4

KEY PART DESCR_PTIONNO, NO

39 t40629X47940 140628X47941 85099842 75OO9743 8793044 4834946 85151447 14111448 85107449 85026350 85108451 700869X47952 8546355 75159256 8865257 5179358 84676X47959 13195961 103672X62 13461264 146389-- 146847

Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 1/2Guide ClipLawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #14, 15, 5t & 52)Blade AdapterBlade 22"Hardened WasherHelical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr, 8Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr, 8Front BaffleDanger DecalLocknut 3/8-16Hinge Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4Hairpin CotterLower HandleHandle BoltRope GuideDebris ShieldEngine-Craftsman - Model No, 143.955500Owner's Manual (English/Spanish)

Available accessories not included with lawn mower:.-- 7j 33303 Clipping Deflector- - 7.! 33623 Gas Can (2,5 gal.)-- 71 33500 Fue! Stabilizer- - 71 33300 SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)..- 71 33417 Dust Shietd- _ 71 33316 Mower Cover

REPAIR PARTSROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 9t7o372830

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REPAIR PARTSROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372830

KEY PARTNO. NO.

DESCRiPTiON KEY PART DESCRiPTiONNO, NO.

t 1457552 483853 636014 1449295 1370788 7008758 774009 145212

10 8696011 70078312 1200005813 13705414 8808015 8811816 6772518 70103725 702182

Control Cable Assembly 26 87886Control Head Kit 27 750097Locknut #10-24 28 137088HexWasher Head Screw #! 0-24 x2.12 31 132010V-BeI_ 32 137052Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x 2 33 48323Hubcap 34. 850848Washer 35 146197Nylon Bushing 36 702511Wheel & Tire Assembly 37 137090E-Ring 38 STD54!425Pinion 40 75192Dust Cover 41 146198Felt Washer 83 144747Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x,!34 54 141245Setector Knob 55 86012Drive Cover Decal 56 851552

57 144748

Pan Head Tapping Screw #10424 x 2-3/4Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 3/4Drive CoverHex Flange NutDrive PulteyDrive Control Cable KitHi-Pro KeyWheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)Gear Case AssemblySpringLocknut 1/4-20SpringWheel Adjuster Assembly (Right)Frame ThreatGrassbag AssemblyDdveshaft CoverScrew, Pan Head, Hi-Lo #10-16 x 1/2Frame Tube

REPAIR PARTSROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.372830

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511

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KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

123 137O534 57O726 48373

7 778818 1370519 137074

10 57079

17490416 Tapping Screw !/4-20 x 1-1/4137055X004 Engagement Bracket

ShifterSealGear Case Halves Kit (Includes KeyNos. 4, 5, and 7)BearingWorm ShaftDrive ShaftHardened Washer

KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRmPT_ON

11 131484 Clutch Yoke12 700343 Bushing13 86447 Plug14 137050 Helical Gear15 750436X Clutch Jaw16 750369 Grease17 12000003 E-Ring18 850848 Hi*Pro Key19 81585X004 Spring Bracket

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.1 inch = 25,4 mm

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MSBEL and SERIAL NUMBERS HERE

135

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185

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207

241

245

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REF PARTNO. NO.

1 36478A

2 267276 337347 36557

8 337359 30200

12 3655812B 3469514 2827715 3058916 31383A17 31335I8 65054819 3628120 326003O 3580140 36073

3607436075

41 360703607136072

42 360763607736078

43 2038145 3287546 32610A48 2724150 3599252 2991469 3526170 34311D

72 3057273 2883375 2789780 30574A81 30590A82 30591

83 30588A86 65048889 61100490 61110992 65081593 650816

100 34443A101 610118103 650814110 34961119 36477120 36476125 36471

36472126 29314B

29315C

130 6021A135 35395150 35991151 31673

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder (Includes ReferenceNumbers 2, 7, 20 and 125)Dowel PinBreather ElementBreather Assembly (includesReference Numbers 6 and 12)

* Breather GasketScrew #10-24 x 9/16Breather Cover and TubeBreather Tube ElbowWasherGovernor Rod (Includes Ref. #!4)Governor LeverGovernor Lever ClampScrew #8-32 x 5/18Extension SpringOil SeatCrankshaftPiston, Pin & Ring Set, Std. SizePiston, Pin & Ring Set, .010" OverPiston, Pin & Ring Set, .020" OverPiston & Pin Assembly, Std. SizePiston & Pin Assembly, .010" OverPiston & Pin Assembly, .020" Over(Assemblies Include Ref. #43)Ring Set, Piston, Standard SizeRing Set, Piston, .010" OversizeRing Set, Piston, .020" OversizePiston Pin Retaining RingConnecting Red Assy. (Incl. #46)Connecting Rod BoltValve LifterCamshaft (BCR)Oil Pump Assembly

* Mounting Flange GasketMounting Flange (Incl. #72 thru83)Oil Drain PlugOil Drain Plug GasketOil SeatGovernor ShaftWasherGovernor Gear Assy.(includes#81)Governor SpoolScrew 1/4-20 x 1-1/4Flywheel KeyFlywheelBelleville WasherFlywheel NutSolid State IgnitionSpark Plug CoverScrew, torx F-15 #10-24xlGround Wire

* Cylinder Head GasketCylinder HeadExhaust Valve, Standard SizeExhaust Valve, 1/32" Oversizeintake Valve, Standard Sizeintake Valve, 1/32" Oversize(All Valves Include Reference#151)Screw 5/16-18 x 1-1/2Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)Valve SpringValve Spring Cap 26

REF PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

166 35827169 27234A172 32755178 29752182 6201184 26756185 31384A186 34337189 650839191 36559

195 610973200 35727

202 36482203 31342204 650549205 650777207 34338215 35511223 650451224 34690A238 650932239 34338241 35797245 35068250 35065260 35826262 650831263A 35821275 36473277 650988285 35006A287 650926290 34357292 26460300 35586301 35355305 35819A306 34266307 35499309 650938310 35822313 34080347 650898370 35167370A 36261380 632681390 590702400 36481

416 36085

417 650760

Engine Shroud* Valve Cover Gasket

Valve CoverNut and Lock Washer 1/4-28Screw 1/4-28 x 7/8

* Carburetor To Intake Pipe GasketIntake Pipe (Includes Ref. #224)Governor LinkScrew 1/4-20 x 1/2S.E. Brake Bracket (includes#195)TerminalControl Bracket (includesReference Numbers 202 thru 205)Compression SpringCompression SpringScrew #5-40 x 7/18Screw #6-32 x 21/32Throttle LinkControl KnobScrew 1/4-20 x I

* Intake Pipe GasketScrew #10-32 x 49/64Air Cleaner GasketAir Cleaner CollarAir Cleaner FilterAir Cleaner CoverBlower HousingScrew 1/4-20 x 1/2Starter GrillMuffler (Includes Reference #277)Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/4Starter CupScrew #8-32 x 21/64Fuel LineFuel Line ClampFuel Tank (Includes #292 and 301)Fuel CapOil Fill Tube

* O-RingO-RingScrew #10-32 x 13/32DipstickSpacerScrew #10-32 x 27/32Control DecalLubrication DecalCarburetor (Includes Ref. #184)Rewind StarterGasket Set(Includes All Items Marked ")Spark Arrester Kit, Optional(Includes Reference Number 417)Screw #8-32 x 3/8 (Optional)

RPM Se_ings: Low Speed:2450-2750High Speed:2900-3200

NOTE: This engine could have been built with 590637Starter. Refer to design of air intake louvers for partidentification. Individual starter parts de not

interchange.

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNO.143.955500CARBURETOR NO. 632681 REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

o- 632681 Carburetor, Complete (IncludesRef. #184 of Engine Parts List)

1 631615 Throttle Shaft and Lever Assembly2 631767 Throttle Return Spring4 631184 Dust Seal Washer5 63!183 Dust Seal, Throttle6 632504 Throttle Shutter7 650506 Shutter Screw

16 631775 Fuel Fitting25 631867 Float Bowl27 631024 Float Shaft28 632019 Float29 631028 Float Bowl O-Ring30 631021 Inlet Needle, Seat and Clip

. (Includes Reference Number 31)31 631022 Spring Clip

_/ 35 632694 Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring35A 632647 Primer Bulb Filter

._--@ 40 632682 High Speed Bowl Nut_.-,_ 44 27110 Bowl Nut Washer

48 631027 Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent

REWIND STARTER NO. 590702 REF PARTNO. NO. DESCRmPTION

-- 590702 Recoil Starter, Complete1 590599A Spring Pin (includes Reference

#4)2 590600 Washer3 590696 Retainer4 590601 Washer5 590697 Brake Spring6 590698 Starter Dog7 590699 Dog Spring8 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly

11 590703 Starter Housing Assembly(40 Degree Grommet)

12 590535 Starter Rope (98" Long, 9/64" Dia,)13 590701 Starter Handle

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

REWIND STARTER NO. 590637REF PARTNO. NO. DESCRtPTION

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- - 590637 Recoil Starter1 590599A Spring Pin (includes Reference

#4)2 590600 Washer3 590615 Retainer4 590601 Washer5 590598 Brake Spring6 5906!6 Starter Dog7 590617 Dog Spring8 590618A Pulley Assembly (includes

Reference Numbers g and 10)9 590619 Rewind Spring

10 590620 Spring Cover11 590638 Starter Housing Assembly

(40 Degree Grommet)12 590535 Starter Rope (98" Long, 9/64" Dia.)13 590452 Starter Handle

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

S_FA/ SOWNER'SMANUAL

MODEL NO,917,372830

IFYOU NEEDREPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALLTHIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

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FOR REPLACEMENT PARTSINFORMATION AND

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CRAFTSMrlN5.5 HORSEPOWER22" REAR DISCHARGEPOWER PROPELLED3 iN ONE CONVERTmBLEROTARY LAWN MOWER

Each lawn mower has its own model number. Each en-gine has its own model number.

The model number for your lawn mower will be found on adecal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.

The mode! number for your engine witl be found on theblower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,Roebuck and Co. berv_e Center/Department and mostRetail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GiVE THEFOLLOWING INFORMATION:

'_ PRODUCT- LAWN MOWER

" MODEL NUMBER - 917.372830

_' ENGINE MODEL NO. - 143.955500

'_ PART NUMBER

o PART DESCRIPT!ON

Your Sears merchandise has added value when youconsider Sears has service units nationwide staffed withSears trained technicians.., professional techniciansspecifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge toyou, we service what we sell.

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