Owner's Manual
£RAFTSMAN"
6.75 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.379582
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• EspaSol
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
Warranty
Safety Rules
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance
Product Specifications 11
Service and Adjustments 14
4 Storage 16
6 Troubleshooting 17
10 Repair Parts 37
10 Parts Ordering Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the
owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.
If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become wom during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-
shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual.
Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest
Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while
this product is in use in the United States.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179
Safety standards require operator
presence controlsto minimize the
riskof injury.Your unitis equipped
with such controls. Do not attempt to
defeat the function of the operator
presence controls under any
circumstances.
TRAINING:
• Read this operator's manual carefully.
Become familiar with the controlsand
know howto operate your mower
properly. Leam how to quicklystop
mower.
• Do notallow childrento use your mower.
Never allow adults to use mower without
proper instructions.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all
parsons, especially small children and
pets.
• Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as described in this
manual.
• Do not operate mower if it has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
Always have damage repaired before
using your mower.
• Do not use accessory attachments that
are not recommended by the manufac-
turer. Use of such attachments may be
hazardous.
• The blade tums when the engine is
running.
PREPARATION:
• Always thoroughly check the area to be
mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,
wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
These objects will be thrown by the
blade and can cause severe injury.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields when starting and while using
your mower.
• Dress properly. Do not operate mower
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear only solid shoes with good trection
when mowing.
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• Check fuel tank before starting engine.
Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the
engine is running or when the engine is
hot. Allow the engine to cool for several
minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean
off any spilled gasoline before starting
the engine.
• Always make wheel height adjustments
before starting your mower. Never
attempt to do this while the engine is
running.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
OPERATION:
• Keep your eyes and mind on your
mower and the area being cut. Do not let
other interests distract you.
• Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never
run while operating your mower. Always
be sure of your footing -- keep a firm
hold on the handles and walk.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating pads. Keep clear of the dis-
charge opening at all times.
• Always stop the engine whenever you
leave or are not using your mower, or
before crossing driveways, walks, roads,
and any gravel---covered areas.
• Never direct discharge of material
toward bystanders nor allow anyone
near the mower while you are operating
it.
• Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing
your mower, stop the engine and make
absolutely sure the blade and all moving
parts have stopped. Then disconnect the
spark plug wire and keep it away from
the spark plug to prevent accidental
starting.
• Do not continue to run your mower if you
hit a foreign object. Follow the procedure
outlined above, then repair any damage
before restarting and operating you
mower.
• Do not change the govemor settings or
overspeed the engine. Engine damage
or personal injury may result.
• Do not operate your mower if it vibrates
abnormally. Excessive vibration is an
indication of damage; stop the engine,
safely check for the cause of vibration
and repair as required.
• Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust
fumes are dangerous.
• Never cut grass by pulling the mower
towards you. Mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down or you
might lose your footing. Do not mow
excessively steep slopes. Use caution
when operating the mower on uneven
terrain or when changing directions
maintain good footing.
• Never operate your mower without
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety devices in place.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:
• Check the blade and the engine
mounting bolts often to be sure they are
tightened properly.
• Check all belts, nuts and screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to
be sure mower is in safe working
condition.
• Keep all safety devices in place and
working.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine
free of grass, leaves or excessive
grease and oil.
• Check grass catcher often for deteriora-
tion and wear and replace worn bags.
Use only replacement bags that are
recommended by and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of
your mower.
• Always keep a sharp blade on your
mower.
• Allow engine to cool before storing in
any enclosure.
• Never store mower with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or an ignition
source such as a hot water heater,
space heater, clothes dryer, etc.
_l:kLook for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERTII! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
ACAUTION: Always d sconnect 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.
AWARNING
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
Califomia to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
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These accessories were availabla when _ lawn mower was produced.They am not
shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retailoutletsand senlice
cerdem. Most Sears stores can aisoorder repair paris for you, when you provide the model
number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may notapply to your lawn mower.
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
CLIPPING DEFLECTOR
FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE
MUFFLERS
MULCHERKITS
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
AIR FILTERS
BELTS BLADES
BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS
STABILIZER
GAS CANS
SPARK PLUGS
ENGINE OIL
Read these instructionsand this manual in its
entirety before you attempt to assemble or
operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT:. This lawn mower is sh'_:)ed
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOUNE in the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been assembled
atthefactorywiththeexceplk)nof thoseparts
left unaseambled for sh'q_pingpurposes. All
partssuchasnuts,washem,bolts,etc.,
necessarytocomp_etheassenV_have
beenplacedinthepartsbag.Toensuresafe
and proper operation of your lawn mower, al
pads and hardware you aseald01e must be
Ik_tenedseourely.Use the correct tools as
necessarytoensurepropartightness.
TOREMOVELAWNMOWERFROM
CARTON
• Remove loose parts included with mower.
• Cut down two end cornem of carlonand
_ endpan_downnat
• Remove all packing materials except
padding between upper and lower handle
andpa,:UnghoUngoparatorpresence
control bar to uppar hande.
• Roll lawn mower out of carton and check
carton thoroughly for adddional Iooea pads.
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HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so as
notto pinchordemagecontrolcebl_.
• Raise handles unff lower handle section
locks into place in mowing posi_.
• Removeprotec_vepad_ng,ra_eupper
handle section into place on lower handle
and tighten both handle knobs.
• Remove handle peddngholing operator
presence control bar to upper handle.
• Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
foryour mowing comfo_ Refer to "Ad'just
Handle"_ theServiceandAdjustment
section of this manual.
Operator presence
bar
Upper handle
Lift up
Mowing
position
TO INST ALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn rnower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or
discharging:
• Open rear door and remove mulcher plug.
Store mulcl_r I_ug in a safe place.
• You can now install catcher or optional
_pping deflector.
• To return to mulching ope_, install
mulcherplug intodischargeopeningof
mower. Be sure all tabs are seated
prope_y.
Mulcher plug-
ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn
mower without mulcher plug in place or
approved clipping deflector or grass
catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear
door removed or propped open.
Lower handle
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READTHIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR LAWN
MOWER. Comparethe illustrationswithyourlawnmowertofamiliarizeyourselfwiththe
_ of vadouscontrolsend _. Save _is menualforfuturereference.
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CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE
(_R WARNING ON (pFF
Enginezone controlcable
FAST SLOW CHOKE
FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY
Operator presencecontrolbar
Drivecontrollever
Starter handle
Handle knob
Grass catcher
Engine oil
Mulcher plug cap w/
Housing
Gasoline cap
Primer
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped Wheel adjuster
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. (on each wheel)
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MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American
National Standards Instituteand the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade
turns when the engine is running.
Operator presence control bar - must be
held down to the handle to startthe engine.
Releasetostopthe engine.
Primer- pumps additional fuel from the
carburetor to the cylinderfor use when starting
a cold engine.
Starter handle - used for starting the engine.
Drivecontrol lever- usedtoengagepower-
propelled forwardmotionof lawnmower.
Mulcher plug- mustbe removedtoconvertto
baggingordischargingoperation,
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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
ACAUTION: 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
tums 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 whsels for lowcut and lower wheals
for high cut.
• Adjust cutting height to suityour require-
ments. Medium pos_ is best for most
lawns.
• To change cutting height,squeeze adjuster
lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or
down to suityour requirements. Be sure all
wheeis are in the sarne sstting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly 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
Raise Wheels for Low Cut
TO A'n'ACH GRASS CATCHER
• Closs the ift top lid. Lifttop lid must be
dosed while operating lawn mower.
• Liftthe rear door on b_e mower housing
and place the grass catcher frame ontothe
formed tabs on ff_erser door hinge
bracket.
• The grass _r issecured to the lawn
mower housing when the rear door is
lowered onto the grass catcher frame.
ACAUTION: 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.
Hinge
Rear door
Grass catcher
frame
Formed
tabs
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
• To remove gress catcher, raleass operator
presence control bar to stop engine.
• Liftup rear door and remove the grass
catcherbythehandle,
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when
emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.
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DRIVE CONTROL
• Serf-propelling is controlled by holding
the operator presence control bar down
to the handle and pushing the ddve
control lever forward until it clicks; then
release the lever.
• Forward motion will stop when the
operator presence control bar is
released. To stop forward motion
without stopping engine, release the
operator presence control bar slightly
until the drive control disengages. Hold
operator presence control bar down to
handle to continue mowing without self-
propelling.
• To keep ddvs control engaged when
turning comers, push down on handle
and lift front wheels off ground while
turning lawn mower.
Operator presence control bar Drive
control
To engage drive
control
Drive control
disengaged
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
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Your lawn mower is shipped without oilin the
engine.
• Be sure mower is levoi and area around oil
fillisclaan.
• Remove engine oilcap and fillto the full
tineonthedipet_
NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine
for accurate dipstick reading.
• Engine holds 27 ozs. of oil. Fortype and
grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in
Maintenance _ of _ manual.
• Pour oil aiowh/. Do not over filL
• Check oillevai bofore each use. Addoilif
needed. RII to full line on dipelJck.
• To read proper levoi, tkjhten engine oil cap
each time.
• Reinstall engine oil cap and ligt_an.
• Change the oil after evely 25 hours of
oper-a_:)nor each season. You may need
' tochangetheoilmoreoftenunderdusty,
concaJons.
ADDGASOUNE
• RII fuel tank. Use fresh, dean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel
freshness.
AWARNING: Experience indicates that
alcoholblendedfuels(calledgasohoior
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 let it run untilthe
fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use
fresh fuel next season. See Storage
Ins_K_Jone for additionel information. Never
use engine or cafouretor cleaner products in
the_._ tankor permanantdemagemay
occur.
ACAUTION: 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.
Gasoline filler cap Engine oil cap
TO START ENGINE
• To sterta coldengine,pushpdmerthree
(3) Umesbeforetryingtostart. Use afirm
push. Thb step isnotusuaJyneseseery
whan staring an angine whichhas
alreadyrunfora few minutes.
• Holdoperatorpresencecontrdbar down
to the handleand pullstarterhand,e
quickly.Do notallow sterterropetosnap
back
• To stop en_ne, releaseeperstor preesnco
controlber.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be
necessary to repeat primingsteps. In
warmer weather over pdming may cause
floodingand engine will not start. If you
do flood engine, wait a few minutes
before attempting to start and do not
repeat pdming steps.
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MOWING TIPS
• Under certain conditions, such as very
tall grass, it may be necessary to raise
the height of cut to reduce pushing effort
and to keep from overloading the engine
and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It
may also be necessary to reduce
ground speed and/or run the lawn
mower over the area a second time.
• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut by overlapping previously
cut path and mow slowly.
• For better grass bagging and most
cuffing conditions, the engine speed
should be set in the fast position.
• When using a rear discharge lawn
mower in moist, heavy grass, clumps of
cut grass may not enter the grass
catcher. Reduce ground speed (push-
ing speed) and/or run the lawn mower
over the area a second time.
• If a trail of clippings is left on the right
side of a rear discharge mower, mow in
a clockwise direction with a small
overlap to collect the clippings on the
next pass.
• 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 MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: Forbest performance, keep
mower housing free of built-upgrass and
trash. See =Cleaning" in Maintenance section
of this manual.
• The special mulching blade will recutthe
grassclippingsmanyt_s andreduce
them in size so that ss they fall ontothe
lawn they willdisperse into the grass and
notbenoticed.Also,the_ grassWIU
biodegrade quicklyto provide nutrientsfor
the lawn. Always mulch with your highest
engine (blade) speed as thiswigprovide the
best recuttingaction ofthe blades.
• Avoid cuttingyour lawn when it is wet. Wet
grass tends to form clumps and interferes
with the mulchingaclJon. The besttime to
mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At
this time the grsss has dried and the newly
cut area will not be e_0osed to the direct
SUn.
• For best results,adjustthe lawn mower
cuttingheightso that the lawn mower cuts
offordythe top one-thirdof the gress _des.
tfthe lawn isovergrown it will be necessary
to raise the heightof cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from ovedcading the
engine and leaving clumps of mulched
grass. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut by overlapping
prev_h/cutpathandmowsk_y.
• Certain types of grass and grass condilions
may require that an area be mulched a
sscondUmetocomp_elyhidethe
clippings.Whendoingasscondcut,rnow
acrossor_ totheI_rstcutpath.
• Changeyouro_Ungpatternfromweskto
week. Mow northto scuth one wesk then
change to east to west the nextweek. This
will help prevent matlJngand grainingof the
lawn.
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.A,NTENANC SC,EOUL
REOU ,RSSRV,CEf , p'SERV'OE O'TES
Checkfor LooseFasteners _ ll/
Clean/InspectGrass Catcher
i(If Equipped) II/'
CleanLawnMowar _
M Clean UnderDrive Cover
(Power-PropelledMowers) q/
_ Check ddve I_lt/pulle_
l(P°wer'Pr°pelledMowers)
R i Check/Sharpen/ReplaceBlade S
Lubrication Chart I_
clean Battery/Recharge
IElactric Start Mowers I I/ li/4
E Check En_lice Oil Level ql/
Change Engine Oil
G CleanAir Rltar _';
I Inspect Muffler I_
N Cleanor ReplaceSparkPlug
ReplaceAir FilterPaper Carlddge I/'2
1- Change moreoftee whenoperatingunder a heavyload orIn high ambient temperatures.
2 - Servicemorn o_tenwhan ogeratl_gIn dlrlyor duslycondillorts.
3 - Replace bladesmoreoftenwhen rnowlnginsandy soil.
4 - Charge 48 houreat 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
• Check engine oil level.
• Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-
TION CHART").
LUBRICATION CHART
(_) Wheel adjuster
\
Rear door hinge
(_) Handle bracket mounting pin
(_) Spray lubricant
(_) Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" section.
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IMPORTANT: Do notoil or grease plastic
wheel bearings. VLscouslubricantswill attract
dust and dirtthat will shortenthe life ofthe self
lubricatingbearings. If you feel they must be
lubricated,use onlya dry,powdered graphite
typelubricantspa_n_y.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
SERIALNUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE:
OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):
OIL CAPACITY:
SPARK PLUG (GAP: .030" I
VALVE CLEARANCE:
SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP:
BLADE BOLT TORQUE:
917.379582
1.5 QUARTS
UNLEADED REGULAR
SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°FI
27 OZS.
CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM
INTAKE: .004 - .008
EXHAUST: .004 - .008
.01251N.
35-40FT. LBS.
• The model and sedal numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the
lawn mower housing.Record both sedal number and date of purchase in space
provided above.
LAWNMOWER
Always observe safety rules when performing
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 best results, mower blade must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
TO REMOVE BLADE
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with spark plug.
• Tum lawn mower on its side. Make
sure air filter and carburetor are up.
• Use a wood block between blade and
mower housing to prevent blade from
tuming when removing blade bolt.
• Protect your hands with gloves and/or
wrap blade with heavy cloth.
• Remove blade bolt by turning counter-
clockwise.
• Remove blade and attaching hardware
(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 condition to work
properly. Replace adapter if damaged.
TO REPLACE BLADE
• Position the blade adapter on the
engine crankshaft. Be sure key in
adapter and crankshaft keyway are
aligned.
• Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.
• Be sure the trailing edge of blade
(opposite sharp edge) is up toward the
engine.
• Install the blade bolt with the lock
washer and hardened washer into
blade adapter and crankshaft.
• Use block of wood between blade and
lawn mower housing and tighten the
blade bolt, tuming clockwise.
• The recommended tightening torque is
35-40 ft. Ibs.
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IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
treated,
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, drive a nail
into a beam or wall. Leave about one
inch of the straight nail 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
is balanced. Crank shaft
Blade keyway
Key
Blade
Crank
bolt
shaft
Lock B|ade
washer Hardened edge adapter
washer
GRASSCATCHER
• The grsss catcher may be hosed with
water, but must be dry when used.
• _ your grass catcher often for
damage or deterioration. Through normal
use it wUlweer. if catcher needs rsplacing,
replaceonlywitha manufacturerapproved
replacementcatcher.Givethelawn
mower model number when ordering.
DRIVE WHEELS
Check front drive wheels each time before
you mow to be sure they move freely.
The wheels not turning freely means
trash, grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive
wheel area and must be cleaned to free
drive wheels.
If necessary to clean the drive wheels,
check both front wheels.
• Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and
washers.
• Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.
• Remove any trash or grass cuttings
from inside the dust cover, pinion and/
or ddve wheel gear teeth.
• Put wheels back in place.
• Ifafter cleaning, the drive wheels do
not tum freely, contact your nearest
authorized service center.
GEAR CASE
• To keep your drive system working
properly, the gear case and area
around the drive should be kept clean
and free of trash build-up. Clean under
the drive cover twice a season.
• The gear case is filled with lubricant to
the proper level at the factory. The only
time the lubricant needs attention is if
service has been performed on the
gear case.
• If lubricant is required, use only Texaco
Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No.
750369. Do not substitute.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF, SG or
SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
temperature.
8AE VISCOSITYGRADES
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°R 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. "13ghtenoil plug
securely each time you check the oil
level.
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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to
drain oil, drain fuel tank by running
engine until fuel tank is empty.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug
and place wire where it cannot come in
contectw_hspa_p_g.
• Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a
dean surface.
• Tq:)lawn mower on its side as shown erEI
drain oil into a suitable container. Rock
lawn mower back and forth to remove any
oil trapped inside of engine.
• Wipe off any spQledoil on lawn mower and
on sideof engine.
• Fillengine with oil. Fillonly to the "FULL"
line on the c_ostlck, DO NOT overfill.
• Replace engine oil cap.
• Reconnectspa_plugwirstosparkplug.
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AIR RLTER
Your engine will not run properly and may
be damaged by using a dirty air filter.
Replace the air filter every year, more
often if you mow in very dusty, dirty
conditions. Do not wash air filter.
TO CHANGE AIR FILTER
• Loosen cover knob.
• Swing cover down and remove from
hinge.
• Pull paper filter out of air cleaner body.
• Clean air cleaner cover and body.
• Install a new paper filter.
• Reinstall cover to air cleaner body. Be
sure hinge is assembled properly.
• Swing cover up and tighten cover knob.
(Do not overtighten).
MUFFLER
Inspent and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make
your engine start easier and run better. Set
pluggap at .o3oinch.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean the underside of your mower
after each use.
ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air
filter and carburetor ars up. Claan the
undersideofyourlawnmowerbyscraping
to remove build-up of grass and trash.
• Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating.A doggedengineruns
hotter and shodens engine life.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of
all gasoline, oil,etc.
• Wedonot recommend using a garden
hosetodean lawnmowerunlessthe
electricalsystem, muffler,airfilter and
carburetor am covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened
engine life.
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Claan underdrivecoverat leasttwicea
season. Screpeundemldeof coverwithputty
Imifeor sirnilartoolto removeany build-upof
trashor grasson undemldeof ddvecover.
Air flNTr cover
Paper flltei"
Cover knob
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_CAUTION: Before performing any
service and adjustments:
• Release control bar and stop engine.
• Make sure the blade and all moving
parts have completely stopped.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place where it cannot come
in contact with plug.
LAWNMOWER
TO ADJUST CUTrlNG HEIGHT
See "TOADJUST CUFFING HEIGHT" inthe
Operationsectionof thismanual.
REAR DEFLECTOR
The reardeflector,attachedbetweenthe rear
wheelsofyourlawnmower,isprovidedto
minimizethe possibilitythat objectswillbe
thrown outthe rearofthe lawn mowerintothe
operator'smowingposition.Ifthe rear
deliectorbecomesdamaged,It Shouldbe
replaced.
TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT
• Remove drive cover. Remove belt by
pushing down on gear case pulley and roll
beltoff.
• Turn lawn mower on its side with carbure-
tor and fuel cap up.
• Remove blade.
• Remove debris shield.
• Remove belt from engine pulley on
crankshaft.
• Installnew belt by reversing above steps.
• Always use factory approved belt to assure
fit and ieng life.
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.
• Remove upper handle and all parts
attached to lower handle.
• Remove hairpin cotters from lower
handle bracket mounting pin.
• Squeeze lower handle in to remove it
from mounting pins.
• Turn lower handle over to raise or lower
handle.
• Squeeze lower handle in and position
holes onto mounting pins on handle
bracket.
• Reassemble upper handle and all parts
removed from lower handle.
Mowing ,_,
Mowing
position _,-!
posit_on • "_
,, ,,:
Low position High position
Drive /cover
Belt
Push
down
\\
Rotate
\ Lower
_-/handle
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TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
• Insert leg of tubular frame through front
opening of grass catcher and thread
frame into sewn hem of bag.
NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the
straight leg of the tubular frame.
• When frame comes out the other end of
sewn hem, immediately work the end of
frame down inside the bag as shown in
inset.
• Slide sewn hem evenly around the
tubular frame until both ends of frame
are exposed out of the front opening.
• Assemble lower frame to tubular frame
as shown. Be sure handle is outside of
bag and frames are fully seated as
shown in inset.
• 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.
• Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed
while operating lawn mower.
ACAUTION: 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.
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 an
authorized 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 an authorized service
center for repair and/or adjustment.
IMPORTANT: never tamper with the
engine govemor, 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 your nearest authorzed
service center, which has proper
equipment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments.
Sewn
Tubular frame hem
Sewn hem Flip lid
Lowerframe
o mustbe
fully
Tubular frame
Lower frame handle
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Immediatelyprepareyour lawn mowerfor
storageat theend ofthe seasonor ifthe unit
willnotbe usedfor 30 daysor more.
LAWNMOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a period
oftime, dean it thoroughly, remove all dirt,
grease, leaves, etc. Store in a dean, dry area.
• Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEAN-
ING" in the Maintenance section of this
manual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightlybefore painting.
HANDLE
You can fold your lawn mower handle for
storage.
• Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower
handle toward each other until the lower
handle clears the handle bracket, then
move handle forward.
• 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 foldthe
handle as shown or you any damage the
control cables.
• When setting up your handle from the
storage position, the lower handle will
automatically lock into the mowing pos_on.
Lower
handle
Squeeze tofold
bracket
Hairpin
cotter
Operator presence control bar Upper
Fold foward
for storage
Fold
backward
Lower Mowing
handle position
ENGINE
FUELSYSTEM
IMPORTANT: it is importantto preventgum
deposits from forming in eesenlJalfuel system
pads 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. Acidicgas
can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Start the engine and let it run untilthe fuel
lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products inthe 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 10 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to
reach the carburetor. Do notdrain the gas
tank and carburetor if using fuel slabifizer.
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ENGINEOIL
Drain oil (wi_ engine warm) and replace with
clean engine oi. (See "ENGINE" inthe
Maintenance section of this manual).
CYMNDER
• Removesparkplug.
• Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark
plug hole into cylinder.
• Pull starter handle slowlya few Umes to
d_ribute oil.
• Replace with new spark plug.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE
Does not start 1.
I.o_ ofpower
Poor cut- uneven
• Replaceyourgasolinecanifyourcan
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirtin your
gasoline will cause problems.
• ff _, stere your unit indoorsand
cover it to give protectionfrom dust and dirt
• Cover your unitwith a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do
not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe
which allows condensation to form and will
cause your unitto rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
ACAUTION: 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.
Dirtyair filter.
2. Out of fuel.
3. Stale fuel.
CORRECTION
1. Clean/replace air filter.
2. Fill fuel tank.
3. Drain tank and refillwith
fresh dean fuel.
4. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor and refilltank
with fresh gasoline.
5, Connect wire to plug.
6. R ace ug.
7. Tighten blade boit or
replacebladeadapter.
S. •Depress control bar to
handle.
9. Rep_cecontr_bar.
1. Set to '1-1igherCut"
pos_on.
2. Set to "Higher Cut_
positk)n.
3. Clean/replace air filter.
4. Clean u_ of rnower
housing.
5. Check oil level.
6. Cut at slower walldng
speed.
4. Water in fuel.
5: Sparkp_gwVeis
d_connectedo
6. Badsparkp_g.
7. Loose blade or broken blade
• adapter.
8. Con_ bar_ re_ased
posWon.
g. Control bar defective.
1. Rear of lawn mower hous_
or cutting blade dragging
_ heavygress.
2. Cutting too much grass.
3. Dirty air filter.
4. Buildupof grass,leaves,
and trash under mower.
5. Too much oil in angine.
6. Walldng speed too fast.
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
2. Wheel heights uneven.
3. Bugdup of grass, leaves
and tresh under rnower.
1. Replaceblade.T_ten
blade bo_
2, Set all wheelsat sarne
height
3. Clean undersideof
mowerhousing.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM
Excessive
_tbration
Starterropehard
topOI
Loss of drive
Grass catcher
not filling (ifso
ecitdpl ')
Hard to push
CAUSE
1. Worn, bentor looseblade.
2. Bentenginecranksl'_L
1. Engineflywheelbrake is on
when controlbar is released.
2. Bent engine crankshaft.
3. Blade adapter broken.
4. Blade dragging in grass.
1. Drive wheels not turning
with drive control engaged.
2. Belt not driving
1, Cutting height too low.
2. Lifton blade wom off.
3. Catcher not venting air.
1. Grass is too high or wheel
heightistoolow,
2. Rear of lawn mower
housing or blade dragging
in grass.
3. Grass catcher too full.
4. Handle height position not
rightforyou.
CORRECTION
1. Replaceblade.T_hten
bladeboll
2, Contactan authorized
servicecenter.
1. Depresscontrolbar to
upperhandlebefore
pullingstarterrope.
2. Contactan authorized
servicecenter.
3. Replace blade adapter.
4. Move lawnmowertocut
grassor tohardsurface.
1. Adjust or replace drive control
cable.
2. Put belt on pulleys or
replace belts if broken.
1. Raise cutting height.
2. Replace blade.
3. Clean grass catcher.
1. Raise cutting height.
2. Raise rear of lawn mower
housing one (1) setting
higher.
3. Empty grass catcher.
4. Adjust handle height to
suit.
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GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511
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NO.
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3
4
6
PART
NO.
17490416
137055X004
137053
57072
48373
77881
137051
KEY PART
DESCRIPTION NO. NO.
TappingScrew 1/4-20 x 9 137074
1-1/4 10 57079
EngagementBracket 11 131484
Shifter 12 700343
Seal 13 86447
GearCase HalvesKit 14 137050
(IncludesKey Nos. 4, 15 750436X
and7) 16 750369
Beadng 17 120000O3
WormShaft 18 850848
19 81585X004
DESCRIPTION
DriveShaft
HardenedWasher
ClutchYoke
Bushing
Rug
HelicalGear
ClutchJaw
Grease
E-F,ng
Hi-ProKey
SpringBracket
NOTE: All component dimensions given
in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.379582
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 165452X479
2 158921
4 150425
5 66426
6 136376
8 145793
9 151023
10 128415
11 150050
12 STD512505
13 150181 .
14 156374X479
15- _79
16 133190X479
17 140661X479
18 63601
20 140540
22 85543
23 87677
25 83923
27 150341
28 142748
29 62335
30 145935X004
31 701037
32 700331X004
34 14663O
35 700325X007
37 150078
38 751592
39 151512X479
UpperHandle
EngineZoneControlCable
MulcherPlug
Wire'rie
HandleKnob
ControlBar
Rear DoorKit
Pop Rivet
SelfTappingScrew #10-16 x 1/2
HexTapping Screww/Sems 1/4-20x 1/2
Hubcap
Back Plate
Side Baffle
DischargeBaffle
RearBaffle
Keps Locknut 1/4-20
RearSkirt
EnginePulley
Hi-ProKey #505
HexRange Nut
Wheel
ShoulderBolt 3/8-16 x 1
SpringWasher
AxleArmAssembly
SelectorKnob
SelectorSpdng
Spacer
WheelAdjustingBracket(Right)
ThreadCuttingScreww/Seres 5/16-18 x 3/4
Nut
HandleBracketAssembly(Left)
40 151511)(479
41 150406
44 170025
46 851514
47 157101
48 851074
49 850263
50 851084
51 170031
52 85463
56 88652
57 51793
56 157081X479
59 131959
61 132001
62 134612
64 .... ..
65 17600406
- - 161058
- - 171394
HandleBracketAssembly(Right)
Hex HeedThread RollingScrew 3/8-16 x 1-1/8
LawnMowerHousing(Incl.Key #14, 15, 51 & 52)
BladeAdapter
Blade22"
HardenedWasher
HelicalWasher 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8
HexHead MachineScrew 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8
Kit Baffle
DangerDscal
HingeScrew 1/4-20 x 1-1/4
HairpinCotter
LowerHar_e
HandleBolt
RopeGulda
DebrisShield
Engine-Craftsman-ModelNo. 143.996704
Screw. Hx. Serrated.1/4 x 20
WarningDecal(NotShown)
Owner'sManual(English/Spanish)
Availableacceseedesnot includedwithlawnmower:
- - 7133303 ClippingDeflector
- - 7133623 GasCan (2.5 gal.)
- - 7133500 FuelStabilizer
- - 7133027 SAE30W Oil (27 oz.)
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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
,--k
1 145755
3 751152
4 158755
5 146527
6 150495
8 150182
9 145212
11 150340
12 12000058
13 137054
14 88(_0
15 88118
16 67725
18 701037
28 1436O3
ConvolCableAssembly
Locknut#10-24
HexWasher Head Screw 1/4-20 x2.12
V-Belt
SpdngRetainer
Haxap
Locknut
Wheel& TireAssembly
E-RJng
Rnk)n
DustCover
FeltWasher
Washer 1/2x I-1/2 x,134
SelectorKnob
PanHeadTappingScrew #10-24 x2-3/4
28 154990 DdveCover
31 132010 Hex FlangeNut
32 137052 DrivePulley
35 151521 Wheel AdjusterAssembly(Left)
36 702511 Gear Case Assembly
37 137090 Spdng
38 $1"D541425 Loclmut1/4-20
40 75192 Spdng
41 151520 WheelAdjusterAssembly(Right)
53 144747 FrameThroat
54 166069 GrassbagAssembly
55 86012 DdveshaftCover
57 144748 FrerneTube
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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
36177
2 27652
6 36O59
9 59O568
10 36OO2
11 36003A
12 32447
12(3 36005A
14 28277
15 36OO6
16 36O08
17 31335
18 651018
19
2O
25
26
3O
4O
41
42
43
45
46
48
50
52
69
7O
75
80
81
82
83
85
86
89
9O
91
92
93
100
101
103
110
119
120
125
126
130
135
150
151
151A
36103
36010
37149
65O8O2
36185
4OOO4
4OOO5
36070
36071
4O0O6
40007
2O381
36023A
32610A
36030
36031A
29914
360.32A
37271
36O10
30574A
3059OA
30591
36057
36O34
650924
611154
611155
611156
650815
650816
34443B
610118
651007
36O54
36O61
36187
36471
36472
29314(3
29315C
6021A
35395
31672
31673
40016A
Cylinder 169 27234A
(Incl.2,10,12,20 & 125) 172 32755
DoweIPin 174 30200
BreatherElement 177 650925A
Screw, 10-24 x 3/4" 184 36183
BreatherValve Body 186 36009
CheckValve 187A 37148
BraatherTube 190 36013
BreatherCover& Gasket 191A 36012
FlatWasher 192 36016
GovernorRod(Machined) 193 36015
GovernorLever 194 36014
GovernorLeverClamp 195 610973
Screw,TorxT-15, 198 36017
8-32 x 19/64" 199 36018
GovernorSpdng 239 36048
OilSeal
BlowerHousingBaffle 240 36190
Ass'y.(Incl.195)
Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8" 243B 651041
Crankshaft 245 36046
Piston,Pin,RingSet (Std.) 250 36191
Piston,Pin,RingSet (.010 OS) 251 650928
Piston& Pin Ass'y.(Std.) 251A 650933
(Incl. 43) 255 36193
Piston& Pin Ass'y. 256 650983
(,010 OS)(Incl.43) 260 36188
Ring Set (Std.) 261 650737
Ring Set (.010 OS) 263A 36192
PistonPinRetainingRing 275 36107A
ConnectingRod Ass'y. 276 36043
(Incl. 46) 277 650927
ConnectingRod Bolt 285 34449A
Valve Lifter 287 650926
Camshaft(MCR) 290 29774
Oil PumpAss'y. 292 26460
MountingFlangeGasket 300 36189
MountingFlange 301 36246
(Incl. 72 thru85) 305 36063
OilSeal 307 35499
GovernorShaft 308 36040
Washer 310 36064
GovernorGear Ass'y.(Incl.81) 346A 28763
GovernorSpool 347 6,50898A
IdlerGear 350 36045A
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-9/16' 370A 36261
RywheelKey 370C 37318
Flywheel 370R 37317
RywheeIFan 380 640020A
BellevilloWasher 390 590739
FlywheeINut 400 36062D
SolidState Ignition
SparkPlugCover 416 36085
Screw,TorxT-15,
10-24 x 15/16" 417 650821
GroundWire 900 --
CylinderHead Gasket
CylioderHead gO0 ---
ExhaustValve (Std.)
(IncL151) _-
ExhaustValve (1/32"OS)
Intake Valve (Std.) (InCl.15t)
IntakeValve (1/32" OS)
Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-112"
ResistorSparkPlug(RJ19LMi
ValveSpring
LowerValveSpdngCap
Intake Valve Seal
Valve SpdngBoxGasket
ValveSpdngBOxCover
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
CarburstorMounUngStud
CarburetorGasket
GovemorLink
AirBaffle
Brake Lever Ass'y.
BrakeControlLever
BrakeControlLever Link
BrakeSpdng
RetainingRing
TerminalAss'y.
BrakeControlLeverSpdng
BrakeLeverBushing
CarburetorToAir Cleaner
Gasket
AirCleaner Body
(Incl. 239 & 350)
AirCleanerStud
AirCleanerFilter
AirCleanerCover
LockNut 1/4-20
Wing Nut, 1/4-20
Control Plate
Screw,8-32 x 17/32'
BlowerHousing
Screw, 114-20x 1/2"
StarterGdll
Muffler
LockingPlate
Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-11132"
StarterCup
Screw,8-32 x 21/64"
FuelLine
FuelLineClamp
FuelTank (Incl.301)
FuelCap
OilFUlTube
"O" Ring
FillTubeClip
Dipstick
Screw, 10-32 x 35/64'
Screw, 10-32 x 27/"o4'
Primer
LubdcationDecal
PdmerDecal
WarningDecal
Carburetor(Incl. 184 & 239)
RewindStarter
Gasket Set
(Incl. Items Marked")
SparkArrestorKit
(Incl.417)(Optional)
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"(Optional)
ReplacementEngine
750819B, order from 71-999
Replacement ShortBlock
750797B,
RPM High 2900 to 3200
NOTE: This engine could have been built with
590702 starter.
NOTE: AIrcomponent dimensions given in
U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704
KEY PART•
NO. NO.
640020A
1 632539
5 632593
6 632541
7 6505O6
14A 632773
25 632675A
27 &32544
28 632543
29 632548
30 632709
32 632672
33 632673
36 64OO22
37 632547
37A 632547
38 632545
38A 632545
39 632549
40 640021
47 632554
DESCRIPTION
Carburetor(Incl. 187B & 239 of EngineParts
List)
ThrottleShaft & LeverAssembly •
DustSeal
ThrottleShutter
ThrottleShutterScrew
Ventud
FloatBowl
FloatShaft
Roar
FloatBowl to BodyGasket
InletNeedle & Seat
BowlDrainScrew
BowlDrainWasher
MainNozzleTube
"O'Ring
"O" Ring,Main NozzleTube
Spdng,Main Nozzle Tube
sprig
FloatBowl Retainer
MainFuel Jet
Welch Plug,IdleMixingWeE
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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
590702
1 590599A
2 59O6OO
3 590696
4 590601
5 590697
6 59O698
7 590699
8 5907OO
11 590703
12 590535
13 590701
RecoilStarter
SpringPin (Incl.4)
Washer
Reta'_ler
Washer
BrakeSpdng
StarterDog
DogSpdog
Pulley& RewindSpringAss'y.
StarterHousingAss'y.(40 degree
erRope ( 9_" X 9/64" dla.)
StarterHandle
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KEY
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
3
6
• . 7
8
11
12
13
14
590739
590740
590616
590617
590618A
59O638
59O535
590701
590760
RewindStarter
Retainer
StaRerDog
Dog Spring
Pulley& RewindSpring
Ass,y
Starter HousingAss'y
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StarterRope(Length98"
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StarterHandle
SpdngClip
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For in-home major brand repair service:
Call 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week
1-800.4-MY-HOME _" (1-800-469-4663)
Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio
1-800-676-5811
In Canada for all your service and parts needs call
Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces
1-800-665-4455
For the repair or replacement parts you need:
Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week
PartsDirect s"
1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)
Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio
1-800-659-7084
For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center
in your area:
Call 24 hours a day, 7 daysa week
1-800-488-1222
For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance
Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:
Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday
1-800-827-6655
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