Owner's Manual (RRFTSMRN° 65 HORSEPOWER 22' REAR DISCHARGE POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.377545 • • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Espa_ol Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Warranty Safety Rules Assembly Operation Mamtenance Schedule Mamtenance 2 2 4 6 10 10 Product Specifications Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repatr Parts Parts Ordering 11 14 16 17 37 Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubncated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructtons on the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or w
Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing. • Check fuel tankbefore starting engine. Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine. • Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your mower. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not shipped with your mower.They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may n_ apply to your lawn mower.
HOWTOSETUPYOURLAWNMOWER TO INSTALL ATrACHMEN'FS TO UNFOLD HANDLE Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: • Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place. • You can now install catcher or optional clipping deflector. • To retum to mulching operatior_,install mulcher plug into discharge opening of mower. Be sure all tabs are seated IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables.
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustratior_ 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 supprBd with the product. Leem and understa_ meaning.
TO ATTACH mower can result in foreign The operation of any lawn objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE housing and place the grass catcher frame onto the formed tabs on the rear door hinge bracket.
DRIVE CONTROL ADD GASOUNE • Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operator presence control bar down to the handle and pushing the drive control lever forward until it clicks; then release the lever. • Forward motion will stop when the operator presence control bar is released. To stop forward motion without stopping engine, release the operator presence control bar slightly until the drive control disengages.
MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It may also be necessary to reduce ground speed and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second time. IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. See "Cleaning" in Maintenance section of this manual.
MA,NTEN,NCE SC.EOULE F,LL,. _ a O Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower _.,_ i/' 0 £_.
PRODUCT SERIAL SPECIFICATIONS NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE OILTYPE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG (GAP: VALVE CLEARANCE: 20 OZS .030") CHAMPION and serial numbers lawn mower housing.Record provided above. .004 - .008 .004 - .008 35-40 FT. LBS. will be found on a decal attached both serial LAWNMOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
IMPORTANT: treated. Blade bolt is grade 8 heat TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL MUFFLER NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. • Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.
_I_CAUTION: Before performing any service and adjustments: • Release control bar and stop engine. • Make sure the blade and all moving • parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOW1ER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See 'q-O ADJUST CUFFING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual.
ENGINE SPEED Tubular frame Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment.
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Operator presence control bar Fold foward LAWN MOWER for storage When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. Lower handle _..
CYLINDER cover it to give protection from dust and dirt • Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while • Remove spark plug. • Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder • Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull CHART CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Wom, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. "13ghten blade belt. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. Contact an authorized service center. 1. Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is released, 1. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. Contact an authorized service center. 3. 4. Blade adapter broken. Blade dragging in grass. 3. 4.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NO. 917.377545 PART NUMBER 702511 17 is 14 KEY NO, PART NO. 17490416 2 3 4 6 137055X004 137053 57072 48373 77881 137051 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Engagement Bracket Shifter Seal Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Nos. 4, and 7) Beadng WormShaft 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 PART NO. 137074 57079 131484 700343 86447 137050 750436X 750369 12000003 850848 81585X004 NOTE: All component dimensions in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER ..L KEY NO. PART NO. 1 3 4 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 26 145755 751152 158755 146527 150495 77400 145212 151156 12000058 137054 88080 88118 67725 701037 143603 DESCRIPTION Control Cable Assembly Locknut #10-24 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2.12 V-Belt Spdng Retainer Hubcap Flanged Nut Wheel & Tire Assembly E-Ring Pinion Dust Cover Felt Washer Washer 1/2 x 1-112 x .134 Selector Knob Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 KEY NO.
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.006502 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ----640262 1 631615 2 631767 4 631184 5 631183 6 640070 7 650506 16 631807 17 651025 18 630766 20 640018 20A 640200 25 631867 27 631024 28 632019 29 631028 30 631021 31 631022 35 640259 36 640080 36A 632766 37 632547 40 640175 44 27110A 47 630748 48 631027 60 632760B Carburetor (Incl.
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143,006502 --11 13 O--2 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 590702 590599A 590600 590696 590601 590697 590698 590699 590700 590703 590535 590701 DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Spring Pin (Incl, 4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree grommet) Starter Rope ( 98" X 9/64" dia.
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.006502 12 / Is !ll 11-7 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ----590739 3 590740 6 590616 7 590617 8 590618A 11 590638 12 590535 13 590701 14 590760 Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass y Starter Housing Ass y (40 degree.
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