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SAFETY RULES Practices for Walk-Behind Safe Operation Mowers A 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. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
PRODUCT CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn Mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, r_lease contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department. We have competent, welttrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this lawn mower. Please read and retain this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES .................. ;......................................... 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.,. ................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ........................ 3,9-11 WARRANTY .......................................................... ......... 3 ASSEMBLY .......................................................... ......... 5 OPERATION .................................................................. 6 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................
LAWN lVl WE ACCESSORIES These 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 mode_ number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
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 their meaning; _...... = may appear on your lawn mower or in Hterature supplied CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FAST SLOW CHOKE . - ..... with the product.
OPERATION The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign 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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses. .qA_ss_s HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED (See Fig, 2) ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine.
OPERATION TO START ENGINE MOWING To start acotd 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. TiPS * Under certain conditions, such as very tail grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to ke.ep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings.
CUSTOMER MAINTENANCE RESPONSI LITIES SCHEDULE FILL _N DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose SERVICE DATES Fasteners Cleanifnspect Grass Catcher (_f Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (SetfrPrope{led Mowers) ChecWSharpen!Replace Lubrication Blade Chart Clean Battery/Recharge (Electric Start Check Engine Oil Levei Engine Clean Air Filter Inspect J Oil Muffler Clean or Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge ! 2 3 4 - Change more often when oper
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIE LAWN MOWER BLADE ADAPTER Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. CRANKSHAFT KEYWAY TIRES o BLADE Keep tires free of gasoEne, oil, or insect controf chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.
CUSTO R RESPONS[ [LiT[ES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quaiity detergent oil ratedwith API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature, SAE VISCOSITY \ '/ GRADES CONTAINER TEMPERArURE IqANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O_L CHANGE FIG. 6 NOTE: Although,multFviscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,) improve starting in cold weather° these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oif consumption when usea above 32°F.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS [ _ | A_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Release control bar and stop engine. __ • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
STORAGE 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 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM more. IMPORTANT: IT S IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN E_SSENTIAL FUEL SYSTE#_ PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER. FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.
REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NO. 917.386060 1 2 3 1 44 \ 35 36 3: 23 25 \ ,==& 42 15 2O \ 34 45 25 26 24 22 ,- 25 4846 39 \ 22 d 53 41 43 44 25 \ 37 38
REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NO. 917.386060 KEY NO. ol t 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Ii 12 13 I4 15 16 17 t8 19 20 2I 22 23 24 25 26 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 PART NO.
CRAFTSMAN 4-.CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER 143.
CRAFTSMAN REF NO. 1 2 6 7 12A 12B I4 t5 16 17 18 19 20 3O 40 40 40 41 41 PART NO.
CRAFTSMAN CARBURETOR 4=CYCLE ENGINE . NO. 632646 NO. - - 632646 NO. q_--2 ,_/..Ly__,.,...,, ___:_ ._ f'_,\,_._ _._ _ _>_ i___ _j [_%..,, _.-_ " _" REWIND STARTER STARTER 143.965004 NO. 590694 NO. 590737 DESCR|PTION Carburetor 1 2 4 5 6 7 631615 631767 631184 631183 632504 650506 Throttle & Lever Assembly (Incl.
TROUBLES OOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start 1_ Dirty air filter. 2. Out of fuel 3. Stale fuel. 4. Water in fuet. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7, 8, 9. Spark plug wire is disconnected. Bad spark plug. Loose blade or broken blade adapter, Control bar in released position Control bar defective 5. 6. Clean/replace air, filter, Flit fuel tank. Drain tank and refill with fresh Clean fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoIine. Connect wire to plug. Rep{ace sparkplug. 7. 8 9.
IVlDN E _S ANUAL 5.0 HORSEPOWER 22" SIDE DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own modet number, gine has its own model number. MODEL NO. 917.386080 Each en- The modei number for your lawn mower wilt be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing, The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Retail Stores.
