Craftsman 944.36153 Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual 6.0 HORSEPOWER 21" REAR DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 944.361530 ⢠Safety ⢠Assembly ⢠Operation ⢠Maintenance ⢠Repair Parts The D.O.M. decal includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of your engine, This period relates to the emission compliance life as certified by EPNCARB. To find the life pedod specification for your engine, please match one of the following letters with the letter printed on your D.O.M. decal: (C) 125 hours, (B) 250 hours, (A) 500 hours. CAUTION: Read and follow all ⢠Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ..................................... 2-4 Assembly .......................................... 4-5 Operation .......................................... 6-8 Maintenance Schedule ...... _ ................. 9 Maintenance ................................... 9-12 Product Specifications ........................ 10 Service and Adjustments .................... 12 Storage ......................................... 13-14 Troubleshooting ........................... 14-15 Repair Parts ............. _ .................... 16-23 Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover" LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For Two years from date of purchase Sears Canada, Inc. will repair or replace at Sears option free of charge parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship. COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE: Warranty on Power Mower (Gas) will be ninety (90) days from date of purchase if used for commercial or rental purposes. This Warranty does NOT cover: ⢠Pre-delivery set-up. ⢠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 negrigence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Power Mower to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada. This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit legal rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitation on how long an implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you. SEARS CANADA, iNC., TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in senous injury or death. I.GENERAL OPERATION ⢠Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thor- oughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting, ⢠Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating pads. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. ⢠Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. ⢠Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. ⢠Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. ⢠Do not operate the mower when barefoot or weadng open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear. ⢠Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backwards. ⢠Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place. ⢠See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessodes approved by the manufacturer. ⢠Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. ⢠Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute. 2
⢠Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher. ⢠I_low only in daylight or good artificial light. ⢠Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. ⢠Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing: keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run. ⢠Disengage the self-propelled mecha- nism or drive clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the engine (motor). ⢠If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. ⢠Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower. II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. DO: ⢠Mow across the face of slopes: never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. ⢠Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. ⢠Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles. DO NOT: ⢠Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance. ⢠Do not trim excessively steep slopes. ⢠Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping. III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. ⢠Keep children out of the trimming area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. ⢠Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. ⢠Before and while walking backwards, look behind and down for small children. ⢠Never allow children to operate the machine. ⢠Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. IV. SERVICES ⢠Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. - Use only an approved container. - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. -Never refuel the machine indoors. - Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. ⢠Never run a machine inside a closed area. ⢠Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine (motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. ⢠Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. ⢠Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. ⢠Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. ⢠Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. ⢠Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine (motor) is running. ⢠Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deteriorat)on, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. ⢠Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. ⢠Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. 3
_,Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. CAUTION: Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas. CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs. Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT= This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been as- sembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON 1. Remove loose parts included with mower. 2. Cut down two end comers of carton and lay end panel down flat. 3. Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. 4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts. HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables. 1. Raise handles until lower handle section locks into place in mowing position. 2. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs. 3. Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. . Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the Service and Adjusti'nents section of this manual. control bar Lift u Mowing position Lower handle 4
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside of the bag top. 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water for a few minutes. If bag gets wet, let it dry before using, _i_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open. Catcher frame handle opening TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging, see "TO CON- VERT MOWER" in the OPERATION section of this manual. 5
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 symboL_ rn_y appear on your lawn mower or in literature sullied with _e pmducL _ _ understand their meaning. CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY Operator presence control bar Starter handle_ '_ Handle knob Grass catcher Engine oil cap w/dipstick Gasoline cap Primer IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped Wheel adjuster WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. (on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the Amedcan National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade tums when the engine is running, Operator presence control bar - must be held down to the handle to start the engine. Release to stop the engine. Primer - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine. Starter handle - used for starting the engine.
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 spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL _qLCAUTION: Federal regulations require an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury. Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control. The blade turns when the engine is running. ⢠Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower. TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut. Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Medium position is best for most lawns. ⢠To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your require- ments. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting. NOTE: Adjuster is propedy positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever to be positioned between the plate tabs. Plate Tab Lower Wheels for High Cut r_,. '_ I Raise Wheels for Low Cut TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging : REAR BAGGING ⢠Lift rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the door pivot pins. ⢠To convert to mulching operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. Pivot Grass catcher pins handle Catcher frame hook BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this manual. 1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oir fill is clean. 2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate reading. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap, then remove it to read the dipstick. 3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten. ⢠Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. ⢠Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season. You may need to change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions. ADD GASOLINE NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove and discard the debris plug that is inside the tank. ⢠Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gaso- line. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. _WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and ret it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional )nformation. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel 7 tank or permanent damage may occur.
CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. filler cap TO START ENGINE NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a small amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of the product and should be considered normal. 1. To start a cold engine, push primer three (3) 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. 2. Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter handre quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back. TO STOP ENGINE ⢠To stop engine, release operator presence control bar. NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat priming steps. In warmer weather over priming may cause flooding and engine will not start. If you do flood engine, wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps. MOWlNGTIPS ⢠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. ⢠For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. ⢠For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions, the engine speed should be set in the fast position. ⢠Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass. To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off with water and let dry before using. ⢠Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air flow and extend engine life. MULCHING MOWINGIIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. See =Cleaning" in Maintenance section of this manual. ⢠The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades. ⢠Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early attemoon. At this time the grass has dded and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. ⢠For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from ovedoading the engine and leaving clumps of mulched grass. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. ⢠Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicu- lar to the first cut path. ⢠Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This wilt help prevent matting and graining of the lawn. Max 1/3 8
FILL IN DATES ,_v..j _j %_ _.'_, _x._ ._, As ou c OMPLE TE ..... Chec, k for Loose Fasteners ] Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher I (If Equipped) t/ I_ I It#' Clean Lawn Mower _#* I I/ Ow C_ean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) v' Check ddve beW ulleys RE p_pgwer. PropelleclPMowers) I_' Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade I_ 3 Lubrication Chart It, / I_ Clean Battery/ReChar( fElectdc Start Mowers' i/ 11/4 E Check Engine Oil Level I@ ⬠N Change Engine Oil ti'1,2 Clean Air Filter I1_ 2 NI Inspect Muffler if Clean or Replace Spark Plug i_/ E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2 1 - Change mote often when operating ur_der a heaw load or in high ambient temperatures, 2 Se_ice more o_en when ope raling in dirly or dus_, COnditions 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil⢠4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season, GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual, Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. ⢠Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace air filter element and check blade for wear. A new spark plug and clean/new air filter element assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer. ⢠Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual⢠BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check engine oil level. 2. Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI- CATION CHART"). LUBRICATION CHART (_) Whee adjuster (on each wheel) (_) Handle bracket mounting pins (_ Rear door hinge (_) Spray lubricant (_) Referto Maintenance "ENGINE" section. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 9
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG (GAP: .030") CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RJ19LM BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LI3S. ⢠The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower housing. Record serial number & date of purchase in space provided above. LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when pedorm- ing any maintenance. TIRES ⢠Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. ⢠Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For beet results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. TO REMOVE BLADE 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. 2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up. 3. Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt. NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. 4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter- clockwise. 5. Remove blade and attaching hard- ware (bolt, lock washer and hardened washer). NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the key inside hub of blade adapter. The key must be in good condi- tion to work properly. Replace adapter if damaged. TO REPLACE BLADE 1. Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft. Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are aligned. 2, Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2) holes in the blade 10 with the raised lugs on the adapter. 3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp edge) is up toward the engine. 4. Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened washer into blade adapter and crankshaft. 5. Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise. ⢠The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. Ibs. IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. Crank shaft Blade adapter _--_eyway k Hardened Trairmo \Blade Lock washer ailing _ washer edge aaapter TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing 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, ddve a nail into a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nai! exposed. Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail. If blade is balanced, it should
remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade "fs balanced. GRASS CATCHER ⢠The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used. . ° Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer approved replacement catcher. Give the lawn mower model number when ordering. ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-BJ, Select the oil's BAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. __SAE VISCOSITY GRADES OF .2O. o- ,_0. _,* 40. _*_= eo_. tou* - _¢ :..0. 2O. .I0. m 10" _0, :m- 4O" NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year, Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use, Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. 1, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. 2, Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. 3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to 4, Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine. 5, Fill engine with oil. (See "Add Oil" in the Operacion section of this manual.) 6, Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. TO CLEAN AIR FILTER 1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove. 2. Carefully remove cartridge. 3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge. _CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge. 4. Install cartridge, then replace cover making sure the tabs are aligned with the slots in the back plate. Fasten screw securely. Sack plate Slots Cover tabs Cover MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, which ever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" remove any oil trapped inside engine. 11 section of this manual.
CLEANING IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean the underside of your mower after each use. _CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug. ⢠Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and trash. ⢠Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A clogged 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 clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shortened engine life. _CAUTION: Before performing any service and adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual. REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the operator's mowing position. If the rear deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced. TO ADJUST HANDLE The handle can be mounted in a high or low position. The mounting holes in the bottom of lower handle are off center for raising or lowering the handle. 1. Remove upper handle and all parts attached to lower handle. 2. Remove hairpin cotters from lower handle bracket mounting pin. 3. Squeeze lower handle in to remove it from mounting pins. 4. Turn lower handle over to raise or lower handle. 5. Squeeze lower handle in and position holes onto mounting pins on handle bracket. 6. Reassemble upper handle and all parts removed from lower handle. ENGINE ENGINE SPEED 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 a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and adjustment. CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjust- ment. IMPORTANT= Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. 12
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. LAWN MOWER 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. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte- nance section of this manual. 3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. 4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting. HANDLE You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage. t. Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward each other until the lower handle clears the handle bracket, then move handle forward. 2. Loosen upper handle mounting bolts enough to allow upper handle to be folded back. IMPORTANT: When folding the handle for storage or transportation, be sure to fold the handle as shown or you may damage the control cables. ⢠When setting up your handle from the storage position, the lower handle will automatically lock into the mowing position. Lower handle Handle Sueeze to fold bracket Hairpin cotter pin Operator presence contrc Fold backward Mowing position ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, f fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels ( called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. ⢠Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. ⢠Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least t0 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 13
CYLINDER t, Remove spark plug, 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through "spark plug hole into cylinder. 3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. 4. 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 give protection from dust and dirt. ⢠Cover your unit with a suitable protec- tive cover that does not retain mois- ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. £LCAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. Lossofpower CORRECTION 2. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuel. 4. 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 position. 9. Control bar defective. 1. Rear of lawn mower housingor cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 3. Dirty air filter. 4. Buildup of 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. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill 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 control bar. 1. Set to "Higher Cut" position. 2. Set to "Higher Cut" position. 3. Clea_replace air filter. 4. Clean underside of mower housing. 5. Check oil level. 6. Cut at slower walking speed. Poor cut- 1. Replace blade. Tighten uneven blade bolt. 2. Set all wheels at same height 3. Clean underside of mower housing. Excessive 1. Replace blade. Tighten" vibration blade bolt. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 14
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Starter rope hard 1. Engine flywheel brake is on to pull when control bar is released. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 3. Blade adapter broken. 4. Blade dragging in grass. CORRECTION 1. Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Replace blade adapter. 4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface. Grass catcher 1. Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height. notfilling(ifso 2. Lift on blade worn off. 2. Replace blade. equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher. Hard to push 1. Raise cutting height. 1. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low. 2. Rear of lawn mower housing or blade dragging in grass. 3. Grass catcher too full. 4. Handle height position not right for you. 2. Raise rear of lawn mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Empty grass catcher. 4. Adjust handle height to suit. 15
67 40, 68 37 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 944.361530 _14 33 34 \ 4O 4O 21 20 27 _,⢠33
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 944.361530 KEY PART NO_ NO. 1 869(_ 2 169709X479 3 169708X479 4 132001 5 636O1 6 131959 7 66426 11 176595 12 75_397 13 86899XO04 14 136376 15 51793 17 165946X479 18 176004_6 19 167132X004 20 167133X004 21 165858 22 168360X004 23 166875 24 751153 25 166111X479 26 166112.X479 27 851856 29 160635X007 30 19112222 3_ 1694-21X004 33 87877 DESCRIPTION Control Bar Upper Handle Lower Handle RopeGuk:le Locknut 1/4-20 Handle Bblt Wire Tie Engine Zone Control Cable Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 1/2 Up-Stop Bracket Handle Knob Hairpin Cotter Support Bracket Scmw AxJe Arm Assembly - LF Axle Ann Assembly - RF Rear S_lrt Selector Spdng - Front P, sar Door Assembly Kit {tnsi. Spnngs) Locknut 5/16-18 Handle Bracket Assembly (Left) Handle Bracket Assembly (Right) Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8 Wheel Adjus_ng Bracket - Front Spacer Selector Spdng - Rear Selector Kno_ KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 34 165762X004 AxJe Ann Assembly - LR 36 160828 Shoulder Bblt 5/16-18 37 151157 Wheel Assembly 39 83923 Flanged Locknut 40 77400 Hubcap 41 88652 HingeSorew 42 165766 Spdng (LH) 43 165767 Spnng(RH) 44 165912 Door Bblt 45 150406 Hex Head Thread Roiling Screw 3/8-16 x 1 46 lO7339X Danger Oecsi 48 165761X004 Axle Ann Assembly - RR 52 173319 Housing Assembly (Incl. Rel. #17, 18 & 46) 53 851084 Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8 54 85(_63 HelicafLockwasher 55 851074 Hardened Washer 56 165833 21" Blade 57 851514 BadeAdapter 67 167710 Grass Bag 68 165755 Catcher Frame 70 ...... Engine - (See Breakdown) Bdggs & Stratton 12HS02*2639-B1 - - 162300 Warning Decal (Not Shown) - - 177510 Owner's M_,nual (Engtish) - - 177511 Owners Manual(French) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639-B1 383 842, 525 524 _£ 11 "k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. [1058 OWNER'S MANUAL] 15_ 201_ I 1095 VALVE GASKET SET oii 46 _'_-, 22_ 18
BRIGGS & STRATi'ON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639_B1 188 _ _ _ __ ,_ _ _'_'-- 668 443_ 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 365 %_,:_,_-- I 61T -)J 276;_21 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 708 _ ,7 163_:_ "_ 104 _ _: .... ,,, _j 127 _ 97o _ 19
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639-BI 921 304 305 _p [ 1030 EMISSIONS LABEL I 332 I i=-_i 455 _ i' 'it 55 / <_-i_ < 1211 _, .... 05 _ 592 i_ .... 689 _}_ 4 ,_:'_!_ _o7 _!. 60 2O
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BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639-B1 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 493260 Cylindar Assembly 2 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal 3 299819 ⢠Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 4 493279 Sump-Engine 5 691160 Head-Cylinder 7 692249 . Gasket-Cy_oder Head 8 695250 Breather Assembly 9 272481 - Gasket-Breather 10 691125 Screw (Breather Assembly) 11 691781 Tube-Breather 12 692232 ⢠Gasket-Crankcase 13 690912 Screw (Cylinder Head) 15 691680 Plug-Oil Dratn 16 691451 Crankshaft 20 399781 ⢠Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 22 691092 Screw (Engine Sump) 23 692315 Flywheel 24 222698 Key-Flywheel 25 499429 Piston Assembly (Standard) 499430 Piston Assembly (;010" O.S.) 499431 Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.) 499432 Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.) 26 499425 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 499426 Ring Set-Piston (.010" O.S.) 499427 Ring Set-Piston (.020"O.S.) 499428 Ring Set-Piston (.030" O.S.) 27 691866 Lock-Piston Pin 28 499423 Pin-Piston 29 499424 Rod-Connecling 32 691664 Screw(Connecting ROd) 32A 695759 Screw (Connecting Rod) 33 262651 Valve-Exhaust 34 262652 Valve-intake 35 691270 Spdag-Valve (Intake) 36 691270 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 40 692194 Retalner-Velve 43 691997 Slinger-Governor/Oil 45 690548 Tappet-Valve 46 691449 Camshaft KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 48 498826 Short Block (Replacement Engine 12J802-2915-B1 ) 50 497465 Manifold-Intake 51 272199 ⢠Gasket-Intake 54 691650 Screw (intake Manifold) 55 691421 Housing-Rewind Stadar 58 692259 Robe-Starter (Cut to Length) 60 281434 Gdp-Starter Rope 65 690759 Screw (Rewind Starter) 81 691740 Lock-Muffler Screw 95 691636 Screw (Thro_e Valve) 97 493267 Shaft-Throttle 104 691242 Q Pin-FloatHinge 117 494870 Jet-Main(Standard) 497315 Jet-Meln (High Altitude) 121 498260 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 125 498170 Carburetor 127 694468 (_ Plug-Welch 130 691203 Velve-Throffle 133 398187 Roat-Carburetor 134 398188 O Valve-Needle/Seat 137 693981 (_:Gasket-FIoat Bowl 146 690979 Key-Timing 159 691753 Bracket-Air Cleaner Primer 163 272653 ,,_I:_G asket -Air Cleaner 167 691050 Line- Fuel (Cut to Length) 188 690877 Screw (Control Bracket) 190 6.9C940 Screw (FuelTank) 202 691829 LInk-Meshanical Governor 209 690319 Spdng-Govemor 222 692467 Bracket-Control 227 690783 ControlLever-Govemor 276 271716 O:l:Sealing Washer 287 690940 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 300 692038 Muffler 304 695892 Housing-Blower 305 691106 Screw (Blower Housing) 306 690450 Shield-Cylinder 307 690345 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 22
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639-B1 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 332 699062 Nut(Flywheel) 333 8_2574 Armature-Magneto 334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto ) 337 802592 Spark P Jug 356 692390 Wire-Stop 358 497316 Engine Gasket Set 363 19069 Flywheel Puller 365 692524 Screw(Carburetor) 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 404 69_272 Washer (Governor Crank) 425 699070 Screw (Air Creaner Cover) 443 692523 Screw(Air Cleaner Pdmer Base) 445 491588 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 455 691219 Cop-Rywheel 456 692299 Plate-Pawl FdcUon 459 281505 PewI-Ratchet 505 231082 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 523 495264 DipStick 524 692296 ⢠SeaI-DipsUckTube 525 495265 Tube-Dipstick 529 691923 Grommet 562 92613 B01t (Govemor Control Lever) 584 692342 Cover-Breather Passage 585 691879 ⢠Gasket-BreatherPassage 592 690800 Nut (Rewind Starter) 597 691690 Screw (Pawl Friction Plate) 601 9516;2 Clamp-Hc_e 608 497680 StadePRewind 613 691340 Screw(Muffler) 615 690340 Retainer-Governor Shaft 616 691306 Crank-Governor 617 270344 O:_SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold) 621 692310 Switch-Stop 635 66538 Boot-Sparkplug 668 493823 ⢠Spacer(Includes2) 670 69"2294 Spacer-FuelTank 684 690345 Screw (Breather Passage Cover) KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 689 691855 Spdng-Fnction 708 691321 Q_t Seal-Throttle Shaft 741 691830 Gear-'nmlng 842 691031 ⢠Seal-ORIng(DipstlckTube) 847 692017 Assembly-Dipst k: k/'rube 851 493880 TerminaI-Spsrkplug 869 691155 Seat-Valve (intake) 870 690380 Seat-Valve (Exhaust) 871 262001 Bushing-Guide(Exhaust) 63709 Bushing-Guide (intake) 921 4972'33 Cover-Blower Housing 922 692135 Spring-Brake 923 695891 Brake 957 397974 Cap-FuelTank 966 496116 Base-AirCleaner Pdmer 968 692290 Cover-Air Cleaner 909 690790 Screw (Blower Housing Cover) 970 691669 Screw (Air Cleaner Pdmer Bracket) 972 495224 Tank-Fuel 975 493640 Bowl-FlOat 976 490115 Phmer-Carburetor 977 490261 Set-Carburetor Gasket 1019 494290 KiELabe_ 1036 695111 LabeI-Emls_ons 1058 274265 Owner's Manual 1059 692311 Kit-Screw/Washer 1095 498528 Set-Valve Gasket 1210 498144 Assy- Pulley/Spdeg (Pulley) 1211 498144 As_sy- Pulley/Spring ( Spdn g) Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key #358 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key #121 t Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key #977 Included In Valve Overhaul Kit, Key #1095 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 23
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Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ..................................... 2-4 Assembly .......................................... 4-5 Operation .......................................... 6-8 Maintenance Schedule ...... _ ................. 9 Maintenance ................................... 9-12 Product Specifications ........................ 10 Service and Adjustments .................... 12 Storage ......................................... 13-14 Troubleshooting ........................... 14-15 Repair Parts ............. _ .................... 16-23 Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover" LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For Two years from date of purchase Sears Canada, Inc. will repair or replace at Sears option free of charge parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship. COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE: Warranty on Power Mower (Gas) will be ninety (90) days from date of purchase if used for commercial or rental purposes. This Warranty does NOT cover: ⢠Pre-delivery set-up. ⢠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 negrigence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Power Mower to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada. This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit legal rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitation on how long an implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you. SEARS CANADA, iNC., TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in senous injury or death. I.GENERAL OPERATION ⢠Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thor- oughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting, ⢠Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating pads. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. ⢠Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. ⢠Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. ⢠Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. ⢠Do not operate the mower when barefoot or weadng open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear. ⢠Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backwards. ⢠Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place. ⢠See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessodes approved by the manufacturer. ⢠Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. ⢠Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute. 2
⢠Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher. ⢠I_low only in daylight or good artificial light. ⢠Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. ⢠Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing: keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run. ⢠Disengage the self-propelled mecha- nism or drive clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the engine (motor). ⢠If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. ⢠Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower. II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. DO: ⢠Mow across the face of slopes: never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. ⢠Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. ⢠Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles. DO NOT: ⢠Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance. ⢠Do not trim excessively steep slopes. ⢠Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping. III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. ⢠Keep children out of the trimming area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. ⢠Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. ⢠Before and while walking backwards, look behind and down for small children. ⢠Never allow children to operate the machine. ⢠Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. IV. SERVICES ⢠Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. - Use only an approved container. - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. -Never refuel the machine indoors. - Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. ⢠Never run a machine inside a closed area. ⢠Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine (motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. ⢠Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. ⢠Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. ⢠Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. ⢠Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. ⢠Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine (motor) is running. ⢠Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deteriorat)on, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. ⢠Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. ⢠Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. 3
_,Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. CAUTION: Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas. CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs. Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT= This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been as- sembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON 1. Remove loose parts included with mower. 2. Cut down two end comers of carton and lay end panel down flat. 3. Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. 4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts. HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables. 1. Raise handles until lower handle section locks into place in mowing position. 2. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs. 3. Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. . Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the Service and Adjusti'nents section of this manual. control bar Lift u Mowing position Lower handle 4
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside of the bag top. 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water for a few minutes. If bag gets wet, let it dry before using, _i_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open. Catcher frame handle opening TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging, see "TO CON- VERT MOWER" in the OPERATION section of this manual. 5
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 symboL_ rn_y appear on your lawn mower or in literature sullied with _e pmducL _ _ understand their meaning. CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY Operator presence control bar Starter handle_ '_ Handle knob Grass catcher Engine oil cap w/dipstick Gasoline cap Primer IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped Wheel adjuster WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. (on each wheel) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the Amedcan National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade tums when the engine is running, Operator presence control bar - must be held down to the handle to start the engine. Release to stop the engine. Primer - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine. Starter handle - used for starting the engine.
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 spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL _qLCAUTION: Federal regulations require an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury. Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control. The blade turns when the engine is running. ⢠Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower. TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut. Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Medium position is best for most lawns. ⢠To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your require- ments. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting. NOTE: Adjuster is propedy positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever to be positioned between the plate tabs. Plate Tab Lower Wheels for High Cut r_,. '_ I Raise Wheels for Low Cut TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging : REAR BAGGING ⢠Lift rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the door pivot pins. ⢠To convert to mulching operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. Pivot Grass catcher pins handle Catcher frame hook BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this manual. 1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oir fill is clean. 2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate reading. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap, then remove it to read the dipstick. 3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten. ⢠Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. ⢠Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season. You may need to change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions. ADD GASOLINE NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove and discard the debris plug that is inside the tank. ⢠Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gaso- line. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. _WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and ret it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional )nformation. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel 7 tank or permanent damage may occur.
CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. filler cap TO START ENGINE NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a small amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of the product and should be considered normal. 1. To start a cold engine, push primer three (3) 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. 2. Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter handre quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back. TO STOP ENGINE ⢠To stop engine, release operator presence control bar. NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat priming steps. In warmer weather over priming may cause flooding and engine will not start. If you do flood engine, wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps. MOWlNGTIPS ⢠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. ⢠For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. ⢠For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions, the engine speed should be set in the fast position. ⢠Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass. To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off with water and let dry before using. ⢠Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air flow and extend engine life. MULCHING MOWINGIIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. See =Cleaning" in Maintenance section of this manual. ⢠The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades. ⢠Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early attemoon. At this time the grass has dded and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. ⢠For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from ovedoading the engine and leaving clumps of mulched grass. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. ⢠Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicu- lar to the first cut path. ⢠Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This wilt help prevent matting and graining of the lawn. Max 1/3 8
FILL IN DATES ,_v..j _j %_ _.'_, _x._ ._, As ou c OMPLE TE ..... Chec, k for Loose Fasteners ] Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher I (If Equipped) t/ I_ I It#' Clean Lawn Mower _#* I I/ Ow C_ean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) v' Check ddve beW ulleys RE p_pgwer. PropelleclPMowers) I_' Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade I_ 3 Lubrication Chart It, / I_ Clean Battery/ReChar( fElectdc Start Mowers' i/ 11/4 E Check Engine Oil Level I@ ⬠N Change Engine Oil ti'1,2 Clean Air Filter I1_ 2 NI Inspect Muffler if Clean or Replace Spark Plug i_/ E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2 1 - Change mote often when operating ur_der a heaw load or in high ambient temperatures, 2 Se_ice more o_en when ope raling in dirly or dus_, COnditions 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil⢠4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season, GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual, Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. ⢠Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace air filter element and check blade for wear. A new spark plug and clean/new air filter element assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer. ⢠Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual⢠BEFORE EACH USE 1. Check engine oil level. 2. Check for loose fasteners. LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI- CATION CHART"). LUBRICATION CHART (_) Whee adjuster (on each wheel) (_) Handle bracket mounting pins (_ Rear door hinge (_) Spray lubricant (_) Referto Maintenance "ENGINE" section. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 9
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG (GAP: .030") CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RJ19LM BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LI3S. ⢠The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower housing. Record serial number & date of purchase in space provided above. LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when pedorm- ing any maintenance. TIRES ⢠Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. ⢠Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For beet results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. TO REMOVE BLADE 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. 2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up. 3. Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt. NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. 4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter- clockwise. 5. Remove blade and attaching hard- ware (bolt, lock washer and hardened washer). NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the key inside hub of blade adapter. The key must be in good condi- tion to work properly. Replace adapter if damaged. TO REPLACE BLADE 1. Position the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft. Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are aligned. 2, Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2) holes in the blade 10 with the raised lugs on the adapter. 3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp edge) is up toward the engine. 4. Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened washer into blade adapter and crankshaft. 5. Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise. ⢠The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. Ibs. IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. Crank shaft Blade adapter _--_eyway k Hardened Trairmo \Blade Lock washer ailing _ washer edge aaapter TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing 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, ddve a nail into a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nai! exposed. Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail. If blade is balanced, it should
remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade "fs balanced. GRASS CATCHER ⢠The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used. . ° Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer approved replacement catcher. Give the lawn mower model number when ordering. ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-BJ, Select the oil's BAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. __SAE VISCOSITY GRADES OF .2O. o- ,_0. _,* 40. _*_= eo_. tou* - _¢ :..0. 2O. .I0. m 10" _0, :m- 4O" NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year, Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use, Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. 1, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. 2, Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. 3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to 4, Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine. 5, Fill engine with oil. (See "Add Oil" in the Operacion section of this manual.) 6, Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. TO CLEAN AIR FILTER 1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove. 2. Carefully remove cartridge. 3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge. _CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge. 4. Install cartridge, then replace cover making sure the tabs are aligned with the slots in the back plate. Fasten screw securely. Sack plate Slots Cover tabs Cover MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, which ever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" remove any oil trapped inside engine. 11 section of this manual.
CLEANING IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean the underside of your mower after each use. _CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug. ⢠Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and trash. ⢠Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A clogged 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 clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shortened engine life. _CAUTION: Before performing any service and adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual. REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the operator's mowing position. If the rear deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced. TO ADJUST HANDLE The handle can be mounted in a high or low position. The mounting holes in the bottom of lower handle are off center for raising or lowering the handle. 1. Remove upper handle and all parts attached to lower handle. 2. Remove hairpin cotters from lower handle bracket mounting pin. 3. Squeeze lower handle in to remove it from mounting pins. 4. Turn lower handle over to raise or lower handle. 5. Squeeze lower handle in and position holes onto mounting pins on handle bracket. 6. Reassemble upper handle and all parts removed from lower handle. ENGINE ENGINE SPEED 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 a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and adjustment. CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjust- ment. IMPORTANT= Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments. 12
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. LAWN MOWER 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. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte- nance section of this manual. 3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary. 4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting. HANDLE You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage. t. Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward each other until the lower handle clears the handle bracket, then move handle forward. 2. Loosen upper handle mounting bolts enough to allow upper handle to be folded back. IMPORTANT: When folding the handle for storage or transportation, be sure to fold the handle as shown or you may damage the control cables. ⢠When setting up your handle from the storage position, the lower handle will automatically lock into the mowing position. Lower handle Handle Sueeze to fold bracket Hairpin cotter pin Operator presence contrc Fold backward Mowing position ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, f fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels ( called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. ⢠Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. ⢠Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least t0 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 13
CYLINDER t, Remove spark plug, 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through "spark plug hole into cylinder. 3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. 4. 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 give protection from dust and dirt. ⢠Cover your unit with a suitable protec- tive cover that does not retain mois- ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. £LCAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. Lossofpower CORRECTION 2. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuel. 4. 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 position. 9. Control bar defective. 1. Rear of lawn mower housingor cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 3. Dirty air filter. 4. Buildup of 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. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill 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 control bar. 1. Set to "Higher Cut" position. 2. Set to "Higher Cut" position. 3. Clea_replace air filter. 4. Clean underside of mower housing. 5. Check oil level. 6. Cut at slower walking speed. Poor cut- 1. Replace blade. Tighten uneven blade bolt. 2. Set all wheels at same height 3. Clean underside of mower housing. Excessive 1. Replace blade. Tighten" vibration blade bolt. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 14
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Starter rope hard 1. Engine flywheel brake is on to pull when control bar is released. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 3. Blade adapter broken. 4. Blade dragging in grass. CORRECTION 1. Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Replace blade adapter. 4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface. Grass catcher 1. Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height. notfilling(ifso 2. Lift on blade worn off. 2. Replace blade. equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher. Hard to push 1. Raise cutting height. 1. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low. 2. Rear of lawn mower housing or blade dragging in grass. 3. Grass catcher too full. 4. Handle height position not right for you. 2. Raise rear of lawn mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Empty grass catcher. 4. Adjust handle height to suit. 15
67 40, 68 37 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 944.361530 _14 33 34 \ 4O 4O 21 20 27 _,⢠33
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 944.361530 KEY PART NO_ NO. 1 869(_ 2 169709X479 3 169708X479 4 132001 5 636O1 6 131959 7 66426 11 176595 12 75_397 13 86899XO04 14 136376 15 51793 17 165946X479 18 176004_6 19 167132X004 20 167133X004 21 165858 22 168360X004 23 166875 24 751153 25 166111X479 26 166112.X479 27 851856 29 160635X007 30 19112222 3_ 1694-21X004 33 87877 DESCRIPTION Control Bar Upper Handle Lower Handle RopeGuk:le Locknut 1/4-20 Handle Bblt Wire Tie Engine Zone Control Cable Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 1/2 Up-Stop Bracket Handle Knob Hairpin Cotter Support Bracket Scmw AxJe Arm Assembly - LF Axle Ann Assembly - RF Rear S_lrt Selector Spdng - Front P, sar Door Assembly Kit {tnsi. Spnngs) Locknut 5/16-18 Handle Bracket Assembly (Left) Handle Bracket Assembly (Right) Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8 Wheel Adjus_ng Bracket - Front Spacer Selector Spdng - Rear Selector Kno_ KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 34 165762X004 AxJe Ann Assembly - LR 36 160828 Shoulder Bblt 5/16-18 37 151157 Wheel Assembly 39 83923 Flanged Locknut 40 77400 Hubcap 41 88652 HingeSorew 42 165766 Spdng (LH) 43 165767 Spnng(RH) 44 165912 Door Bblt 45 150406 Hex Head Thread Roiling Screw 3/8-16 x 1 46 lO7339X Danger Oecsi 48 165761X004 Axle Ann Assembly - RR 52 173319 Housing Assembly (Incl. Rel. #17, 18 & 46) 53 851084 Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8 54 85(_63 HelicafLockwasher 55 851074 Hardened Washer 56 165833 21" Blade 57 851514 BadeAdapter 67 167710 Grass Bag 68 165755 Catcher Frame 70 ...... Engine - (See Breakdown) Bdggs & Stratton 12HS02*2639-B1 - - 162300 Warning Decal (Not Shown) - - 177510 Owner's M_,nual (Engtish) - - 177511 Owners Manual(French) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639-B1 383 842, 525 524 _£ 11 "k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. [1058 OWNER'S MANUAL] 15_ 201_ I 1095 VALVE GASKET SET oii 46 _'_-, 22_ 18
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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639-B1 745 I _ _ 21
BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639-B1 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 493260 Cylindar Assembly 2 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal 3 299819 ⢠Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 4 493279 Sump-Engine 5 691160 Head-Cylinder 7 692249 . Gasket-Cy_oder Head 8 695250 Breather Assembly 9 272481 - Gasket-Breather 10 691125 Screw (Breather Assembly) 11 691781 Tube-Breather 12 692232 ⢠Gasket-Crankcase 13 690912 Screw (Cylinder Head) 15 691680 Plug-Oil Dratn 16 691451 Crankshaft 20 399781 ⢠Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 22 691092 Screw (Engine Sump) 23 692315 Flywheel 24 222698 Key-Flywheel 25 499429 Piston Assembly (Standard) 499430 Piston Assembly (;010" O.S.) 499431 Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.) 499432 Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.) 26 499425 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 499426 Ring Set-Piston (.010" O.S.) 499427 Ring Set-Piston (.020"O.S.) 499428 Ring Set-Piston (.030" O.S.) 27 691866 Lock-Piston Pin 28 499423 Pin-Piston 29 499424 Rod-Connecling 32 691664 Screw(Connecting ROd) 32A 695759 Screw (Connecting Rod) 33 262651 Valve-Exhaust 34 262652 Valve-intake 35 691270 Spdag-Valve (Intake) 36 691270 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 40 692194 Retalner-Velve 43 691997 Slinger-Governor/Oil 45 690548 Tappet-Valve 46 691449 Camshaft KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 48 498826 Short Block (Replacement Engine 12J802-2915-B1 ) 50 497465 Manifold-Intake 51 272199 ⢠Gasket-Intake 54 691650 Screw (intake Manifold) 55 691421 Housing-Rewind Stadar 58 692259 Robe-Starter (Cut to Length) 60 281434 Gdp-Starter Rope 65 690759 Screw (Rewind Starter) 81 691740 Lock-Muffler Screw 95 691636 Screw (Thro_e Valve) 97 493267 Shaft-Throttle 104 691242 Q Pin-FloatHinge 117 494870 Jet-Main(Standard) 497315 Jet-Meln (High Altitude) 121 498260 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 125 498170 Carburetor 127 694468 (_ Plug-Welch 130 691203 Velve-Throffle 133 398187 Roat-Carburetor 134 398188 O Valve-Needle/Seat 137 693981 (_:Gasket-FIoat Bowl 146 690979 Key-Timing 159 691753 Bracket-Air Cleaner Primer 163 272653 ,,_I:_G asket -Air Cleaner 167 691050 Line- Fuel (Cut to Length) 188 690877 Screw (Control Bracket) 190 6.9C940 Screw (FuelTank) 202 691829 LInk-Meshanical Governor 209 690319 Spdng-Govemor 222 692467 Bracket-Control 227 690783 ControlLever-Govemor 276 271716 O:l:Sealing Washer 287 690940 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 300 692038 Muffler 304 695892 Housing-Blower 305 691106 Screw (Blower Housing) 306 690450 Shield-Cylinder 307 690345 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 22
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802, TYPE NUMBER 2639-B1 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 332 699062 Nut(Flywheel) 333 8_2574 Armature-Magneto 334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto ) 337 802592 Spark P Jug 356 692390 Wire-Stop 358 497316 Engine Gasket Set 363 19069 Flywheel Puller 365 692524 Screw(Carburetor) 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 404 69_272 Washer (Governor Crank) 425 699070 Screw (Air Creaner Cover) 443 692523 Screw(Air Cleaner Pdmer Base) 445 491588 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 455 691219 Cop-Rywheel 456 692299 Plate-Pawl FdcUon 459 281505 PewI-Ratchet 505 231082 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 523 495264 DipStick 524 692296 ⢠SeaI-DipsUckTube 525 495265 Tube-Dipstick 529 691923 Grommet 562 92613 B01t (Govemor Control Lever) 584 692342 Cover-Breather Passage 585 691879 ⢠Gasket-BreatherPassage 592 690800 Nut (Rewind Starter) 597 691690 Screw (Pawl Friction Plate) 601 9516;2 Clamp-Hc_e 608 497680 StadePRewind 613 691340 Screw(Muffler) 615 690340 Retainer-Governor Shaft 616 691306 Crank-Governor 617 270344 O:_SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold) 621 692310 Switch-Stop 635 66538 Boot-Sparkplug 668 493823 ⢠Spacer(Includes2) 670 69"2294 Spacer-FuelTank 684 690345 Screw (Breather Passage Cover) KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 689 691855 Spdng-Fnction 708 691321 Q_t Seal-Throttle Shaft 741 691830 Gear-'nmlng 842 691031 ⢠Seal-ORIng(DipstlckTube) 847 692017 Assembly-Dipst k: k/'rube 851 493880 TerminaI-Spsrkplug 869 691155 Seat-Valve (intake) 870 690380 Seat-Valve (Exhaust) 871 262001 Bushing-Guide(Exhaust) 63709 Bushing-Guide (intake) 921 4972'33 Cover-Blower Housing 922 692135 Spring-Brake 923 695891 Brake 957 397974 Cap-FuelTank 966 496116 Base-AirCleaner Pdmer 968 692290 Cover-Air Cleaner 909 690790 Screw (Blower Housing Cover) 970 691669 Screw (Air Cleaner Pdmer Bracket) 972 495224 Tank-Fuel 975 493640 Bowl-FlOat 976 490115 Phmer-Carburetor 977 490261 Set-Carburetor Gasket 1019 494290 KiELabe_ 1036 695111 LabeI-Emls_ons 1058 274265 Owner's Manual 1059 692311 Kit-Screw/Washer 1095 498528 Set-Valve Gasket 1210 498144 Assy- Pulley/Spdeg (Pulley) 1211 498144 As_sy- Pulley/Spring ( Spdn g) Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key #358 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key #121 t Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key #977 Included In Valve Overhaul Kit, Key #1095 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 23
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