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- Page 1 SWARS CR/IFI ZMI:IN MODEL NUMBER 917.376340 OWNER'S MANUAL oAssembly Operation - Customer Responsibilities • Service • Adjustments • Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 153367 12.19.95 ks Printed in U.S.A.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES _Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers iMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. -
Page 3: Capacity
Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship. If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............CUSTOMER RESPONS|BILmES ......PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........ CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...... 3,1245 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......19=23 ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........24-26 OPERATION ..............TROUBLESHOOTING .......... - Page 5 LAWN MOWER Tl_ese accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower.
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Page 6: Assembly
Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety OPERATOR before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn CONTROL BAR mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled atthe UPPER HANDLE factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. - Page 7 TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a MULCHER PLUG mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: REAR BAGGING (See Fig, 3A) - Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place. You can now install grass catcher.
- Page 8 OPERATION KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product.
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Page 9: Engine Zone Control
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 7) The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engtne. High (_j.) position is for starting the engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. (,qR) oosition isfor light cutting, tdmming and fuel economy. -
Page 10: Customer Responsibilities
GROUND DRIVE THREE SPEEDS (See Fig. 10) Your lawn mower provides three (3) speeds to let you select the speed that suits you best. Speed 1 is for slow, heavy/thick grass cutting or trim- ming. Speed 2 is tor normal grass cutting or trimming. DRIVE SPEED Speed 3 is for light cutting and for ground transport. -
Page 11: Cutting Height
TO START ENGINE To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times before trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usually necessary when starting an engine which has already run for a few minutes. • Push engine speed control lever to high (_1_) position. -
Page 12: Maintenance Schedule
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners (E)ectric Start (I/'l,_ G ( Clean Air Filter !,,' er Paper Cartridge 1 - Change more often when oeerating unaer a heavy load or in higi_ ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing... -
Page 13: Grass Catcher
LAWN MOWER BLADE CRANK- ADAPTER SHAFT Always observe safety rules when performing any mamte- KEYWAY RanGe. TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oi!, or insect control chemi- BLADE cals which can harm rubber. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. -
Page 14: Drive Wheels
CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES ENGINE DRIVE WHEELS (See Fig. !5) LUBRiCATiON Check rear drive wheels each time you mow to be sure they move freely. The wheels not turning freely means trash, Use only high quality detergent oi! r_ed with API service grass cuttings, etc., may be inside the drive wheel and dust classification SF or SG. -
Page 15: Air Filter
CLEANING AIRFILTER COVER IMPORTANT: BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE BUILT-UP GRASS TRASH. CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING AFTER EACH USE. HINGE PAPER • Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and COVER FILTER SCREW carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and FIG. -
Page 16: Carburetor
AND AD, Disconnect spark ptug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO REMOVE!REPLACE DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 18=19) TO REMOVE BELT: Place mower on side with carburetor up, Rotate rear wheel to access rear skirt screw, Remove rear skirt, Use spring puller to remove spring from backplate. -
Page 17: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGINE end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM iMPORTANT: iT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM LAWN MOWER DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL... -
Page 18: Drive Control
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start Dirty air filter Clean/replace air filter. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Stale fuel. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. Water in fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline, Spark plug wire is disconnected. - Page 19 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.376346 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY 145085 KEY PART KEY PART NOo NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 148145 Case, Lower 148111 Washer, Thrust 1/2 148123 Plate, Detent 148106 Bushing, Transmission 148118 148107 Seal 1/2 Support, Fork, Shift 148135 t48096 Washer.
- Page 20 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.376340...
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Page 21: Engine Zone Control
Back Plate 131959 Handle Bolt Side Baffle 145594X479 132001 Rope Guide 145066X479 Discharge Baffle 152258 Engine - Craftsman - Model No. 143.966500 149027 Truss Head Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2 701458 Door 140540 Rear Skirt 143984X479 Door Latch 150099 Mulcher Plug... - Page 22 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.376340...
- Page 23 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.376340 DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PART Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 Drive Head Kit 67725 147715 Drive Pin Drive Control 851980 145088 Selector Knob M73031000 Nut, Metric 701037 Control Bar, Drive Screw 1/4-20 145071 144929 V-Belt...
- Page 24 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.966500...
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Page 25: Lubrication
4-.CYCLE ENGmNE MODEL NUMBER 143.966500 PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRIPTION 169 27234A * Valve Spring Box Gasket 36146 Cylinder (incl. 2,10,20 & 125) 172 32755 Valve Spring Box Cover 27652 Dowel Pin 174 30200 Screw. 10-24 x 9/16" Breather Element 36059 177 650925 Carburetor Mounting Stud Breather Cover &... -
Page 26: Handle
4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.966500 DESCRiPTiON _,_, PART 632671 Carburetor (Incl. 187B & 239 of Engine Parts List) 632539 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 632593 Dust Seal 632541 Throttle Shutter 650506 Throttle Shutter Screw 632675 Float Bowl A632701 Idle Restrictor 632544 Float Shaft 632543... -
Page 28: Engine
CRRFTSMRN ® 6.5 HORSEPOWER MANUAL 22" POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model number. Each en- MODEL NO. gine has its own model number. 917.376340 The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.