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... product instructions. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _i, Look for commercial or rental purposes. BECOME ALERT!!! It means CAUTION!!! Warranty 2 Safety Rules 2-4 Product Specifications 4 Assembly / Pre-Operation 6-7 Operation 8-12 Maintenance Schedule 13 Maintenance 13-16 Service and Adjustments 17-18 Storage 18-19 Troubleshooting 19-20 Repair Parts 40-47 Sears Service Back Cover 2-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER If this Craftsman Lawn Mower fails...
... product instructions. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _i, Look for commercial or rental purposes. BECOME ALERT!!! It means CAUTION!!! Warranty 2 Safety Rules 2-4 Product Specifications 4 Assembly / Pre-Operation 6-7 Operation 8-12 Maintenance Schedule 13 Maintenance 13-16 Service and Adjustments 17-18 Storage 18-19 Troubleshooting 19-20 Repair Parts 40-47 Sears Service Back Cover 2-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER If this Craftsman Lawn Mower fails...
Owners Manual
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... HANDLING OF GASOLINE removing grass catcher. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial Use extreme care in wet grass. walk, never run. • Use only an approved container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with side shields when operating mower. Always be picked up and down for the cause. Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces. • Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or...
... HANDLING OF GASOLINE removing grass catcher. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial Use extreme care in wet grass. walk, never run. • Use only an approved container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with side shields when operating mower. Always be picked up and down for the cause. Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces. • Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or...
Owners Manual
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...) Oil Type (API SG-SL): Oil Capacity: SAE 30 (above . 4 SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Blade Bolt Torque: Champion RJ19HX 35-40 ft. Always place containers on the rear of the California Public Resources Code). If this manual). GENERAL SERVICE • Never run a machine inside a vehicle, on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust...
...) Oil Type (API SG-SL): Oil Capacity: SAE 30 (above . 4 SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Blade Bolt Torque: Champion RJ19HX 35-40 ft. Always place containers on the rear of the California Public Resources Code). If this manual). GENERAL SERVICE • Never run a machine inside a vehicle, on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust...
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... CLIPPING DEFLECTORS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABILIZER CGAANSS GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS 5 WHEELS ENGINE OIL Your new Craftsman® product is all products, it takes for years of 10% from time to over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to time. call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online. Sears has over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. They...
... CLIPPING DEFLECTORS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS STABILIZER CGAANSS GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS 5 WHEELS ENGINE OIL Your new Craftsman® product is all products, it takes for years of 10% from time to over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to time. call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online. Sears has over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. They...
Owners Manual
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... new lawn mower. Operator control bar UP MOWING POSITION -_b_ / // /// /// / Upper handle Knob Handle bracket Handle knob Lower handle NOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER Bolt TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as necessary to pinch or damage control cables. 1. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with mower. 2. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place in the Service and Adjustments section of those parts left unassembled for additional loose parts. 2. JUST HANDLE" in mowing position. 6 Use...
... new lawn mower. Operator control bar UP MOWING POSITION -_b_ / // /// /// / Upper handle Knob Handle bracket Handle knob Lower handle NOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER Bolt TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as necessary to pinch or damage control cables. 1. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with mower. 2. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place in the Service and Adjustments section of those parts left unassembled for additional loose parts. 2. JUST HANDLE" in mowing position. 6 Use...
Owners Manual
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... filler cap plug Air filter Mulcher door IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is running. CAUTION ENGINE OR WARNING ON ENGINE OFF FAST Drive control bar SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Operator presence control bar Key start switch Handle knobs Auxiliary starter handle Grass catcher Engine oil cap with the location of the Com- These symbols may appear on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to stop the engine. Housing Drive cover Wheel adjuster (on your lawn mower to engage 8 power-propelled...
... filler cap plug Air filter Mulcher door IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is running. CAUTION ENGINE OR WARNING ON ENGINE OFF FAST Drive control bar SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Operator presence control bar Key start switch Handle knobs Auxiliary starter handle Grass catcher Engine oil cap with the location of the Com- These symbols may appear on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to stop the engine. Housing Drive cover Wheel adjuster (on your lawn mower to engage 8 power-propelled...
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... convert to mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM . Move wheel up to defeat the function of the operator control. ROTATE LEVER TOWARD ENGINE TO LOWER MOWER Plate tab .... allk& J_ -!:_ -_\IL .... -Lever ROTATE LEVER AWAY FROM ENGINE TO RAISE MOWER TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was set at the factory for most lawns. • To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was shipped ready...
... convert to mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM . Move wheel up to defeat the function of the operator control. ROTATE LEVER TOWARD ENGINE TO LOWER MOWER Plate tab .... allk& J_ -!:_ -_\IL .... -Lever ROTATE LEVER AWAY FROM ENGINE TO RAISE MOWER TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was set at the factory for most lawns. • To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was shipped ready...
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... to change the oil more often under lawn mower handle. 3. You may need to residual oil in the Maintenance section of oil with the rear door removed or propped open. I Grass I catcher frame handle \ SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING 1. Rear door closed . Muicher door closed . 2. IMPORTANT: • Check oil level before each season. Do not overfill. Mulcher door closed . ,_ Discharge deflector installed CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without oil in...
... to change the oil more often under lawn mower handle. 3. You may need to residual oil in the Maintenance section of oil with the rear door removed or propped open. I Grass I catcher frame handle \ SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING 1. Rear door closed . Muicher door closed . 2. IMPORTANT: • Check oil level before each season. Do not overfill. Mulcher door closed . ,_ Discharge deflector installed CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without oil in...
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... previously cut path and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may be mulched a second time to south one -third of the lawn. 12 See "CLEANING" in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with your mower. Always mulch with use de-thatcher blade attachments on your highest engine (blade) speed as this , regularly hose catcher off only the top one week then change...
... previously cut path and mow slowly. • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may be mulched a second time to south one -third of the lawn. 12 See "CLEANING" in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with your mower. Always mulch with use de-thatcher blade attachments on your highest engine (blade) speed as this , regularly hose catcher off only the top one week then change...
Owners Manual
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...new air filter element assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your unit. temperatures. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check for Loose Fasteners ,_ Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * BEFORE EUACSHE USE HOURS AFTER EVERY EAC H 10 EVERY 25 HOURS OR SEASON _#, V' EVERY 100 HOURS BEFORE STO RAG E v' v' _ CChheecckk TDirreivse Wheels *** _V' Clean Lawn Mower**** M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** W Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade _ ubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level vl E Change...
...new air filter element assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your unit. temperatures. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check for Loose Fasteners ,_ Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * BEFORE EUACSHE USE HOURS AFTER EVERY EAC H 10 EVERY 25 HOURS OR SEASON _#, V' EVERY 100 HOURS BEFORE STO RAG E v' v' _ CChheecckk TDirreivse Wheels *** _V' Clean Lawn Mower**** M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** W Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade _ ubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level vl E Change...
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... eventual damage to free drive wheels. Use block of blade adapter. The wheels not turning freely means trash, grass cuttings, etc. Using a blade not approved ening blade - of the center hole may cause tire damage. Remove wheels from spark to be kept Blade bolt Hardened washer _ Trailing edge retainer sharp. Turn lawn mower on the mower. Replace adapter if damaged. TO REMOVE BLADE will need come in the Repair Parts section of the (bolt, lock washer, hardened washer). The key must be...
... eventual damage to free drive wheels. Use block of blade adapter. The wheels not turning freely means trash, grass cuttings, etc. Using a blade not approved ening blade - of the center hole may cause tire damage. Remove wheels from spark to be kept Blade bolt Hardened washer _ Trailing edge retainer sharp. Turn lawn mower on the mower. Replace adapter if damaged. TO REMOVE BLADE will need come in the Repair Parts section of the (bolt, lock washer, hardened washer). The key must be...
Owners Manual
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... to drain oil, empty fuel tank by running low on oil. Replace the air filter cartridge every 100 hours of the cartridge. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to the proper level at FULL. Carefully remove cartridge. 3. GRASS CATCHER • The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Through normal use only Texaco Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No. 750369. Rock lawn mower back and forth to spark plug. Wipe...
... to drain oil, empty fuel tank by running low on oil. Replace the air filter cartridge every 100 hours of the cartridge. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to the proper level at FULL. Carefully remove cartridge. 3. GRASS CATCHER • The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Through normal use only Texaco Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No. 750369. Rock lawn mower back and forth to spark plug. Wipe...
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... "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover. 16 CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER Clean under drive cover at the beginning of each mowing season or after each use. ,I&CAUTION" Disconnect spark plug wire from accumulating. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at least twice a season. Spark plug type and gap setting are covered to keep water out. A clogged engine runs hotter...
... "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover. 16 CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER Clean under drive cover at the beginning of each mowing season or after each use. ,I&CAUTION" Disconnect spark plug wire from accumulating. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at least twice a season. Spark plug type and gap setting are covered to keep water out. A clogged engine runs hotter...
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... the Operation section of the lower handle. 2. Reinstall belt keeper and drive cover. 17 A WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service and adjustments: 1. Remove belt from engine pulley. Turn lawn mower on its side with bolt and knob. Handle bracket Knob J Belt Bolt TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT 1. Return mower to assure proper fit and long life. TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove blade and blade adapter. 5. Remove knob and carriage bolt on your mower, is provided to height that objects will be replaced. Disconnect spark plug wire from...
... the Operation section of the lower handle. 2. Reinstall belt keeper and drive cover. 17 A WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service and adjustments: 1. Remove belt from engine pulley. Turn lawn mower on its side with bolt and knob. Handle bracket Knob J Belt Bolt TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT 1. Return mower to assure proper fit and long life. TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove blade and blade adapter. 5. Remove knob and carriage bolt on your mower, is provided to height that objects will be replaced. Disconnect spark plug wire from...
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... suspected carburetor problems, take your handle from the storage position, the lower handle will not be sure to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the lower handle and pivot entire handle assembly forward and allow handle to fold down to rest on mower. 3. tion of this manual). 2. Replace if necessary. 4. Operator control bar .o o FORWARD...
... suspected carburetor problems, take your handle from the storage position, the lower handle will not be sure to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the lower handle and pivot entire handle assembly forward and allow handle to fold down to rest on mower. 3. tion of this manual). 2. Replace if necessary. 4. Operator control bar .o o FORWARD...
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... a Sears Parts & Repair Center. Replace control bar. 10. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are empty. • Never use plastic. TROUBLESHOOTING =See appropriate to reach the carburetor. Replace spark plug. 7. Turn fuel valve lever to the ON position. 11. Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can starts to rust. Fuel valve lever (if so equipped) in the Maintenance section of this manual). Stale fuel. 4. Out of fue!. 3. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with new spark plug. ENGINE FUEL...
... a Sears Parts & Repair Center. Replace control bar. 10. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are empty. • Never use plastic. TROUBLESHOOTING =See appropriate to reach the carburetor. Replace spark plug. 7. Turn fuel valve lever to the ON position. 11. Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can starts to rust. Fuel valve lever (if so equipped) in the Maintenance section of this manual). Stale fuel. 4. Out of fue!. 3. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with new spark plug. ENGINE FUEL...
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... blade. 2. Raise cutting height. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 1. Replace blade. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Move lawn mower to cut - Replace blade. 3. Check/replace drive belt. 2. brought to hard surface. 1. Raise cutting height. 3. Catcher not venting air. 1. Raise cutting height. 2. Grass catcher too full. 4. Adjust handle height to push 1. "Loose" drive control system. 1. You'll find the answer and more on managemyhome.com • Find this and all wheels at slower walking speed. 1. Check oi! Tighten blade bolt. 2. Set...
... blade. 2. Raise cutting height. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 1. Replace blade. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Move lawn mower to cut - Replace blade. 3. Check/replace drive belt. 2. brought to hard surface. 1. Raise cutting height. 3. Catcher not venting air. 1. Raise cutting height. 2. Grass catcher too full. 4. Adjust handle height to push 1. "Loose" drive control system. 1. You'll find the answer and more on managemyhome.com • Find this and all wheels at slower walking speed. 1. Check oi! Tighten blade bolt. 2. Set...
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... Breakdown) Wheel Adjuster Assembly, LH Wiring Harness, Housing Fuse, 40 Amp Wiring Harness, Keyswitch Housing Battery Screw Key Nut, Cap Key Start Switch (Includes Key) Wiring Harness, Battery Charger, Battery Owner's Manual, EnglishtSpanish Available accessories not included with mower: -- 71 33623 Gas Can -- 71 33500 -- 71 33000 (2.5 Gallon Container) Fuel Stabilizer SAE 30W Oil (20 Ounce Bottle) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. IMPORTANT: Use...
... Breakdown) Wheel Adjuster Assembly, LH Wiring Harness, Housing Fuse, 40 Amp Wiring Harness, Keyswitch Housing Battery Screw Key Nut, Cap Key Start Switch (Includes Key) Wiring Harness, Battery Charger, Battery Owner's Manual, EnglishtSpanish Available accessories not included with mower: -- 71 33623 Gas Can -- 71 33500 -- 71 33000 (2.5 Gallon Container) Fuel Stabilizer SAE 30W Oil (20 Ounce Bottle) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. IMPORTANT: Use...
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... 25 404843X004 Belt Guide Bracket 26 163409 Screw, Hi-Lo Thread #12 x 5/8 40 406558 41 409108 54 422508 57 419951 Spring Wheel Adjuster Assembly, RH (Includes Bearing) Grassbag Frame, Grassbag NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - inches. 1 inch = 25...
... 25 404843X004 Belt Guide Bracket 26 163409 Screw, Hi-Lo Thread #12 x 5/8 40 406558 41 409108 54 422508 57 419951 Spring Wheel Adjuster Assembly, RH (Includes Bearing) Grassbag Frame, Grassbag NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - inches. 1 inch = 25...
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...-Main (High Altitude) Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 125 498170 127 694468 130 696564 Carburetor O Plug-Welch Valve-Throttle 133 398187 Float-Carburetor 134 398188 O Valve-Needle/Seat 137 693981 O5 Gasket-Float Bowl 163 272653s,OSGasket-Air Cleaner 187 791873 Line-Fuel (Molded) 188 693399 Screw (Control Bracket) 190 690940 202 691829 Screw (Fuel Tank) Link-Mechanical Governor 209 699056 222 793754 227 690783 Spring-Governor Bracket-Control Control Lever-Governor 276...
...-Main (High Altitude) Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 125 498170 127 694468 130 696564 Carburetor O Plug-Welch Valve-Throttle 133 398187 Float-Carburetor 134 398188 O Valve-Needle/Seat 137 693981 O5 Gasket-Float Bowl 163 272653s,OSGasket-Air Cleaner 187 791873 Line-Fuel (Molded) 188 693399 Screw (Control Bracket) 190 690940 202 691829 Screw (Fuel Tank) Link-Mechanical Governor 209 699056 222 793754 227 690783 Spring-Governor Bracket-Control Control Lever-Governor 276...
