Craftsman 917377981 rotary lawn mower User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRI:IFTXMRN°

6.75 HORSEPOWER

22" REAR DISCHARGE

POWER PROPELLED

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.377981

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Espa_ol

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman website: www sears corn/craftsman

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11

Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 14

Assembly 4 Storage 16

Operation 6 Troubleshooting 17

Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 37

Maintenance 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 worn 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 controls to minimize the

risk of injury. Your unit is equipped

with such controls. Do not attempt to

defeat the function of the operator

presence controls under any

circumstances.

TRAINING:

• Read this operator's manual carefully.

Become familiar with the controls and

know how to operate your mower

properly. Learn how to quickly stop

mower.

• Do not allow children to use your mower.

Never allow adults to use mower without

proper instructions.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, 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 turns 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 traction

when mowing.

• 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 parts. 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 governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Engine damage

or personal injury may result.

• Do not operate your mower if itvibrates

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 bolts, 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.

_&Look for this symbol to point out

tmportant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!t BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

41_CAUTION: ,Always disconnect spark

plug wire ano place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

,_WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

Theseaccessorieswere available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not

shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retailoutletsand service

centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair pads for you, when you provide the model

number ofyour lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not applyto your lawn mower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOW,ERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MULCHER KITS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS

AIR FILTERS

WHEELS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

Read these instructionsand this manual in its

entiretybefore 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 assembled

at thefactory with the exception of those parts

left unessembled for shipping purposes. All

pads such as nuts,washers, bolts, etc.,

necessary to complete the assembly have

been placed in the pads bag. To ensure safe

and proper operation of your lawn mower, all

pads and hardware you assemble must be

tightened securely. Use the correct tools as

necessary to ensure proper tightness.

TOREMOVELAWNMOWERFROM

• Remove loose parts included with mower.

• Cut down two end comers of carton and

lay end panel down flat.

• Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper and lower handle

and padding holding operator presence

control bar to upper handle.

• Roll lawn mower out of carton and check

carton thoroughlyfor additional looseparts.

HOWTO SETUPYOUR LAWN MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefullyso as

not to pinch or damage controlcables.

• Raise handles until lower handle section

locks intoplace in mowing position.

• Remove protective padding, raise upper

handle section into place on lower handle

and tighten both handle knobs.

• 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 Adjustment

section of this manual.

TO INSTALL A'I'rACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert to baggingor

discharging:

• Open rear door and remove mulcher plug.

Store mulcher plug in a safe place.

• You can now install catcher or optional

clipping deflector.

• To return to mulching operation, install

mulcher plug into discharge opening of

mower. Be sure all tabs are seated

properly.

Operator presence control

bar _L p//_,/

Upper handle

Lift up ift u Mulcher plug

/ &CAUTION: Do not run your lawn

mower without mulcher plug in place or

-:_'_-__!w_ng approved clipping deflector or grass

_._.-_ position catcher in place. Never attempt to

- ':_::_:-::.:_-_ operate the lawn mower with the rear

door removed or propped open.

Lower handle

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN

MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the

location of various control_ and adiustmen _. Save thi_ manupl for f_re reference.

These symbolsmay appearon your lawn mower or in literaturesuppliedwith a'teprodluct.Learnand

understandtheir meaning.

CAUTION ENGrNE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Engine zone control cable

Operator presence control bar

Drive control lever

Starter handle

Handle knob

Mulcher plug

Engine oil

cap w/

dipstick

Housing

Gasoline cap

//- Drive cover

Primer

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

Wheel adjuster

(on each wheel)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute and 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 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.

Drive control lever - used to engage power-

propelled forward motion of lawn mower.

Mulcher plug - must be removed to convert to

bagging or discharging operation.

The operation of any lawn

mower can result in foreign

objects thrown into the eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields

while operating your lawn mower or

performing any adjustments or repairs.

We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety

glasses.

HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINESPEED

The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimum performance. Speed is not

adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

&CAUTION: 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 suityour require-

ments. Medium position is best for most

lawns.

• To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster

lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or

down to suit your requirements. Be sure all

wheels are in the same setting.

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

LowerWheels for HighCUtr..._=_

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

TO ATrACH GRASS CATCHER

• Close the lifttop lid. Lifttop lidmust be

closed while operating lawn mower.

• Liftthe rear door on the mower housing

and place the grass catcher frame ontothe

formed tabs on the rear door hinge

bracket.

• The grass catcher is secured to the lawn

mower housing when the rear door is

lowered onto the grass catcher frame.

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.

Hinge "_-_

Rear door

Grass catcher

frame

Formed

tabs

TOEMPTYGRASSCATCHER

• To remove grass catcher, release operator

presence control bar to stop engine.

• Liftup rear door and remove the grass

catcher by the handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when

emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

DRIVE CONTROL

• Self-propelling is controlled by holding

the operator presence control bar down

to the handle and pushing the drive

control lever forward until it clicks; then

release the lever.

• Forward motion will stop when the

operator presence control bar is

released. To stop forward motion

without stopping engine, release the

operator presence control bar slightly

until the drive control disengages. Hold

operator presence control bar down to

handle to continue mowing without self-

propelling.

• To keep drive control engaged when

turning corners, push down on handle

and lift front wheels off ground while

turning lawn mower.

Operator presence control bar

Drive

control

To engage drive Drive control

control disengaged

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL

Your lawn mower is shipped withoutoilin the

engine.

• Be sure mower is level and area around oil

fill isclean.

• Remove engine oilcap and fillto the full

line on the dipstick.

NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine

for accurate dipstick reading.

• Engine holds 27 ozs. of oil. For type and

"gradeof oilto use, see "ENGINE" in

Maintenance section of this manual.

• Pour oilslowly. Do not over fill.

• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if

needed. Fillto full line on dipstick.

• To read proper level,tighten engine oil cap

each time.

• Reinstallengine oil cap and tighten.

• Change the oilafter every 25 hours of

operationor each season. You may need

tochange the oilmore often under dusty,

dirtyconditions.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. 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 let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next

season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

A_,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.

Gasoline

filler cap

-- Engineoil cap

TO START ENGINE

• To start a cold engine, push primerthree

(3) times before tryingto start. Use a firm

push. This step is not usuallynecessary

when startingan engine which has already

runfor a few minutes.

• Hold operator presence controlbar down to

the handle and pullstarter handle quicldy.

Do notallow starterrope to snap back.

• 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.

MOWING TIPS

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

• Under certain conditions, such as very

tall grass, it may be necessary to raise

the height of cut to reduce pushing effort

and to keep from overloading the engine

and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It •

may also be necessary to reduce

ground speed and/or run the lawn

mower over the area a second time.

• 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. •

• 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.

IMPORTANT: Forbest performance, keep

mower housing free of built-upgrass and

trash. See "Cleaning" in Maintenance section

of thismanual.

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

biedegrade 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 iswet. Wet

grass tends to form clumps and interferes

with the mulching action. The best time to

mow your lawn is the early aftemoon. At

this time the grass has driedand the newly

cut area will not be exposed to the direct

sun.

For best results,adjust the lawn mower

cuttingheight so that the lawn mower cuts

offonly the top one-thirdof thegrass blades.

Ifthe lawn isovergrown itwillbe necessary

to raise the heightof cutto reduce pushing

effortand to keep fromoverloadingthe

engine and leaving clumpsof mulched

grass. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width ofcut by overlapping

previouslycut path and mow slowly.

C,edain types of grass and grass conditions

may requirethat an area be mulched a

second time to completely hide the

clippings. When doing a second cut, mow

across orperpendicular to the firstcut path.

Change your cuttingpettem fromweek to

weak. Mow northto south one week then

change to east to west the nextweek. This

will help prevent mattingand grainingofthe

lawn.

F,LL,ND,TES

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Check for Loose Fasteners i/ ll/

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(11Equipped) I/ I_ _#P

M Clean Lawn Mower

Clean Under Drive Cover

(Power-Propelled Mowers) !_

W Check drive belt/pulleys

(Power-Propelled Mowers)

R Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade 3

Lubrication Chart I_ !/

Clean Battery/Recharge

/Electric Start Mowers I I#/ 1_4

NE Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil _1,2

G Clean Air Filter _ 2

Inspect Muffler

N Clean or Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures,

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty 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

• Check engine oil level.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-

TION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) Wheel adjuster ne oil

Rear door hinge

(_) Handle bracket mounting pin

(3) Spray lubricant

(_) Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" section.

IMPORTANT: Do notoil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricantswill attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the set

lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite

type lubricant sparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

SERIALNUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE:

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:

SPARK PLUG IGAP: .030" !

VALVE CLEARANCE:

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP:

BLADE BOLT TORQUE:

1.5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

27 OZS.

CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM

INTAKE: .004 - .008

EXHAUST: .004- .008

.0125 IN.

35-40 FT. LBS.

• The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the

lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above.

LAWN MOWER

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.

• Turn 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

turning 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, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

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 untit the blade

is balanced. Crankshaft

Blade _ _ keyway

adapter-_'_ _f"

BladeKey_ _

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Lock' \ Trailin 13lade

washer Hardened edge adapter

washer

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 itwillwear. If catcher needs replacing,

l'eplace only with a manufacturer approved

replacement catcher. Give the lawn

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 drive wheel gear teeth.

• Put wheels back in place.

• If after cleaning, the drive wheels do

not turn 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.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

"30" -20" -1G* O" 10" 20" 30*

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug

and place wire where itcannot come in

contact with spark plug.

• Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a

clean surface.

• Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and

drain oil intoa suitable container. Rock

lawn mower back and forth to remove any

oil trapped inside of engine.

• Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and

on side of engine.

• Fillengine with oil. Fillonly tothe "FULL"

line on the dipstick. DO NOT overfill.

• Replace engine oil cap.

• 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 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

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it

could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make

your engine start easier and run better. Set

spark plug gap at .030 inch.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean the underside of your mower

after each use.

wI_reCAUTION: Disconnect spark plug

from spark plug and place wire

where it cannot come in contact with the

spark plug.

• Turn lawn mower on itsside. Make sure air

filter and carburetor are up. 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.

CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER

Clean under drive cover at least twice a

season. Scrape underside of cover with putty

knife or similar tool to remove any build-up of

trash or grass on underside of drive cover.

Hinge

Air

Paper filter

filter cover

Cover knob

&CAUTION: Before performing any

serv0ce and adjustments:

• Release control bar and stop engine.

• Make sure the blade and all moving

parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST cLrn'ING 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 possibilitythat objectswill be

thrown out the rear of the lawn mower intothe

operator's mowing pes'Kaon.Ifthe rear

deflector becomes damaged, it should be

replaced.

TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT

• Remove drive cover. Remove belt by

pushing down on gear case pulley and roll

belt off.

•Tum lawn mower on itsside with carbure-

tor and fuel cap up.

• Remove blade.

• Remove debris shield.

• Remove belt from engine pulley on

crankshaft.

• Install new belt by reversing above steps.

• Always use factory approved belt to assure

fit and long 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 b-_ position

I i

Low position

High position

Drive /cover

Belt

Push

down

Rotat_''_e_ _L°wer handle

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 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 your nearest authorzed

service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

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.

_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.

Sewn

Tubular frame hem _

Sewn hem Fli lid

Lower frame

Tubularframe

(Frames

must be

fully

seated)

Lower frame handle

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for

storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit

will not be used for 30 days or more.

LAWN MOWER

When lawn mower is to be stored for a period

oftime, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt,

grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area

• Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEAN-

ING" in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section ofthis 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 ford your lawn mower handle for

storage

• Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower

handle toward each other untilthe 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 fold the

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 position.

Squeeze to fold

_b L°wer

Handle

racket

Hairpin

cotter

Upper

Operator presence contr_ bar handle

Fold foward _ ,,;, _

for storage _ ..._ ,/_

"?_i:"';-\_ 1_;/7 ) Fold

Lower __ Mowing

handle position

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent gum

depositsfrom forming in essential fuel system

parts such as carburetor, f fuel filter, fuel hose

or tank during storage. Also, experience

indicatesthat 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 carburetorcleaner

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 10 minutes

after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to

reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas

tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with

clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" inthe

Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER

• Remove spark plug.

• Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oilthrough spark

plug hole intocylinder.

• Pullstarter handle slowlya few times to

distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to

another.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

CAUSEPROBLEM

Does not start

Loss ofpower

Poor cut- unever

1. Dirty airfilter.

2. Out offuel.

3. Stale fuel.

4. Water in fuel.

5. Spark plug wire is

disconnected.

6. Bad spark plug.

7. Loose blade or broken blad_

adapter.

8. Control bar in released

position.

9. Control bar defective.

1. Rear of lawn mower housing

or cutting blade dragging

in heavy grass.

2. Cutting too much grass.

3. Dirtyair filter.

4. Buildupof grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

5. Too much oil in engine.

6. Walking speed too fast.

1. Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Wheel heights uneven,

3. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Replace your gasoline can ifyour can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirtinyour

gasoline will cause problems.

• Ifpossible, store your unitindoors and

cover itto 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 unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

_IkCAUTION" Never store the lawn

_5-wer 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.

CORRECTION

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fillfuel tank.

3. Drain tank and refillwith

fresh clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor and refilltank

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. Clean/replace air filter.

4. Clean underside of mower

housing.

5. Check oil level.

6. Cut at slower walking

speed.

1. Replace blade. "13ghten

blade bolt.

2. Set all wheels at same

height

3. Clean underside of

mower housing.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Excessive

vibration

Starter rope hard

topull

Loss of drive

Grass catcher

not filling (ifso

equipped)

Hard to push

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

Engine flywheel brake is on

when control bar is released.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

1. Drive wheels not tuming

with drive control engaged.

2. Belt not driving

1. Cutting height too low.

2. Lift on blade wom off.

3. Catcher not venting air.

1. Grass istoo 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

rightfor you.

1. Replace blade. lighten

blade bolt.

2. Contact an authorized

service center.

1. Depress control bar to

upper handle before

pulling starter rope.

2, Contact an authorized

service center.

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut

grass or to hard surface.

1, Adjust or replace drive control

cable.

!2, Put belt on pulleys or

replace bolts 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.

ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.377981

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511

KEY

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

17490416

137055X004

137053

57O72

48373

77881

137051

KEY PART

NO. NO.

Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 9 137074

1-1/4 10 57079

Engagement Bracket 11 131484

Shifter 12 700343

Seal 13 86447

Gear Case Halves Kit 14 137050

(Includes Key Nos. 4, 15 750436X

and 7) 16 750369

Bearing 17 t2000003

Worm Shaft 18 850848

19 81585X004

DESCRIPTION

Drive Shaft

Hardened Washer

Clutch Yoke

Bushing

Plug

Helical Gear

Clutch Jaw

Grease

E-Ring

Hi-PmKey

Spring Bracket

NOTE: All component dimensions given

in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377981

34 56 52_

39 37

3029

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377981

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165452X479

2 158921

4 150425

5 66426

6 136376

8 145793

9 151023

10 128415

11 1500.50

12 STD512505

13 150181

14 156374X479

15 700365X479

16 133190X479

17 140661X479

18 63601

20 140540

22 85543

23 87677

25 83923

27 150341

28 142748

29 62335

30 145935)(004

31 701037

32 700331 X004

34 146630

35 700325X007

37 150078

38 751592

39 151512X479

DESCRIPTION

Upper Handle

Engine Zone Control Cable

Mulcher Plug

WireTie

Handle Knob

ControlBar

Rear Door Kit

Pop Rivet

Self Tapping Screw #10-16 x 1/2

Hex Tapping Screw w/Sems 1/4-20 x 1/2

Hubcap

Back Plate

Side Baffle

Discharge Baffle

Rear Baffle

Keps Loc_nut 1/4-20

Rear Skirt

Engine Pulley

Hi-Pro Key #505

Hex Flange Nut

Wheel

Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 x 1

Spring Washer

Axle Arm Assembly

Selector Knob

Selector Spring

Spacer

Wheel Adjusting Bracket (Right)

Thread Cutting Screw w/Sems 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut

Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

40 151511)(479

41 150406

44 170025

46 851514

47 141114

48 851074

49 850263

5O 851084

51 170031

52 85463

56 88652

57 51793

58 157081X479

59 131959

61 132001

62 134612

64 ......

65 176O0406

- - 161058

* - 171059

Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)

Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8

Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #14, 15, 51 & 52)

B_ade Adapter

Blade 22"

Hardened Washer

Helical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8

Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8

Kit Baffle

Danger Decal

Hinge Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4

Hairpin Cotter

LowerHandle

Handle Bolt

RopeGuide

Oebds Shield

Engine.Craftsman - Model No. 143.996704

Screw

Warning Decal (Not Shown)

Owner's Manual (English/Spanish)

Available accessories not included with lawn mower:

- - 7133303 Clipping Deflector

- - 7133623 Gas Can (2.5 gaL)

. - 7133500 Fuel Stabilizer

. - 71 33027 SAE 30W Oil (27 oz,)

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NU MBER 917.377981

ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377981

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

145755

751152

158755

146527

150495

150182

145212

150340

12000058

137054

88080

88118

67725

701037

143603

154990

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Control Cable Assembly 31 132010 Hex Flange Nut

Locknut #10-24 32 137052 Drive Pulley

Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 35 151521 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)

V-Belt 36 702511 Gear Case Assembly

Spdng Retainer 37 137090 Spdng

Hubcap 38 STD541425 Locknut 1/4-20

Locknut 40 75192 Spnng

Wheel & Tire Assembly 41 151520 Wheel Adjustor Assembly (Right)

E-Ring 53 144747 Frame Throat

Pinion 54 166069 Grassbag Assembly

Dust Cover 55 86012 Ddveshaft Cover

Felt Washer 57 144748 Frame Tube

Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x ,134

Selector Knob

Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4

Ddve Cover

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

292 261

346A_390

11%287

151A

24O

177

35O

245f_

251

239 380

187A

6g_.

251A

i I

1_-70

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704IIIII

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 36177

2 27652

6 36059

9 590568

10 36002

11 36003A

12 32447

12(3 36(X)5A

14 28277

15 36006

16 36008

17 31335

16 651018

19 36103

20 36010

25 37149

26 650802

30 36185

40 40004

40005

41 36070

36071

42 4OOO6

40007

43 20381

45 36023A

46 32610A

48 36O3O

50 36031A

52 29914

69 36032A

70 37271

75 3601O

80 3O574A

81 30590A

82 30591

83 36057

85 36034

86 850924

89 611154

90 611155

91 611156

92 650815

93 650816

100 34443B

101 610118

103 651007

110 36054

119 36061

120 36187

125 36471

36472

126 29314C

29315(3

130 6021A

135 35395

150 31672

151 31673

151A 40016A

Cylinder 169 27234A

(Incl. 2,10,12,20 & 125) 172 32755

Dowel Pin 174 30200

Breather Element 177 650925A

Screw, 10-24 x 3/4" 184 36183

Breather Valve Body 186 36009

Check Valve 187A 37148

BreatherTube 190 36013

Breather Cover & Gasket 191A 36012

FlatWasher 192 36016

Governor Rod (Machined) 193 36015

Governor Lever 194 36014

Governor LeverClamp 195 610973

Screw, Torx T-15, 198 36017

8-32 x 19/64" 199 36018

Governor Spring 239 36046

Oil Seal

B|ower Housing Baffle 240 36190

Ass'y.(IncLt95)

Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8" 243B 651041

Crankshaft 245 36046

Piston,Pin,Ring Set (Std.) 250 36191

Piston,Pin,Ring Set (.010 OS) 251 650928

Piston & Pin Ass'y.(Std.) 251A 650933

0ncL 43) 255 36193

Piston & Pin Ass'y, 256 650983

(.010 OS)(Inc1.43) 260 36188

Ring Set (Std.) 261 650737

Ring Set (.010 OS) 263A 36192

Piston Pin Retaining Ring 275 36107A

Connecting Rod Ass'y, 276 36043

0ncL 46) 277 650927

Connecting Rod Bolt 285 34449A

Valve Lifter 287 650926

Camsha_l (MCR) 290 29774

Oil Pump Ass'y. 292 26460

Mounting Flange Gasket 300 36189

Mounting Flange 301 36246

(Lncl. 72 thru 85) 305 36063

Oil Seal 307 35499

Govemor Shaft 308 36040

Washer 310 36064

Governor Gear Ass'y.(IncL81) 346A 28763

Governor Spool 347 650898A

Idler Gear 350 36045A

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-9/16" 370A 36261

Flywheel Key 370(3 37318

Flywheel 370R 37317

FlywheeIFan 380 64(Y320A

Belleville Washer 390 590739

Flywheel Nut 400 36062D

Solid State _gnition

Spark Plug Cover 416 36085

Screw, Torx T-15,

10-24 x 15/16" 417 650821

GrouodWire 900

Cylinder Head Gasket

Cylinder Head 900

Exhaust Valve (Std.)

(Incl. 151)

Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS)

Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)

Inteke Valve (1/32" OS)

Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"

Resistor Spark Plug (RJ 19LM)

Valve Spring

Lower Valve Spring Cap

Intake Valve Seal

Valve Spring Box Gasket

Valve Spring Box Cover

Screw, t0-24 x 9/16"

Carburetor Mounting Stud

Carburetor Gasket

Governor Link

Air Baffle

Brake Lever Ass'y.

Brake Control Lever

Brake Control Lever Link

Brake Spring

Retaining Ring

Terminal Ass'y.

Brake Conlrol Lever Spring

Brake Lever Bushing

Ca rburetor To Air Cleaner

Gasket

Air Cleaner Body

(Incl. 239 & 350)

Air Cleaner Stud

Air Cleaner Filter

Air CleanerCover

Lock Nut 1/4-20

Wing Nut, 1/4-20

Control Plate

Screw, 8-32 x 17/32"

Blower Housing

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"

Starter Grill

Muffler

Locking Plate

Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-11/32"

StarterCup

Screw, 8-32 x 21164_

Fuel Line

Fuel Line Clamp

Fuel Tank (Incl. 301)

FuelCap

Oil Fill Tube

"O" Ring

FillTube Clip

Dipstick

Screw, 10-32 x 35/64"

Screw, 10-32 x 27/64"

Primer

Lubrication Decal

Primer Decal

Warning Decal

Carburetor (IncL 184 & 239)

Rewind Starter

Gasket Set

(IncL Items Marked *)

Spark Arrestor Kit

(Incl. 417)(Optional)

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" (Opliona_)

Replacement Engine

750619B, order from 71-999

Replacement Short Block

750797B,

RPM High 2900 to 3200

NOTE: This engine could have been built with

590702 starter.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

14A

274 I

37A

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

640020A

1 632539

5 632593

6 632541

7 650506

14A 632773

25 632675A

27 632544

28 632543

29 632548

30 632709

32 632672

33 632673

36 640022

37 632547

37A 632547

38 632545

38A 632545

39 632549

40 640021

47 632554

Carburetor (incl. 187B& 239 of EngineParts

List)

ThrottleShaft&Lever Assembly

DustSeal

ThrottleShutter

ThrottleShutterScrew

Venturi

FloatBowl

FloatShaft

Roat

FloatBowltoBodyGasket

Inlet Needle& Seat

BowlDrainScrew

BowlDrainWasher

Main NozzleTube

"O"Ring

"O"Ring, Main Nozzle Tube

Spring, Main NozzleTube

Spring

Float BowlRetainer

Main FuelJet

Welch Plug,Idle Mixing Well

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

--11

O -'

O--2

KEY

NO.

PART

NO, DESCRIPTION

590702

590599A

590600

590696

590601

590697

590698

590699

590700

590703

590535

590701

Recoil Starter

Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y,

Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree

grommet)

Starter Rope ( 98" X 9/64" alia.)

Starter Handle

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996704

--8

i i -7

KEY

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

590739

590740

590616

590617

590618A

590638

590535

590701

590760

Rewind Starter

Retainer

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring

Ass'y

Starter Housing Ass'y

(40 degree grommet)

Starter Rope (Length 98"

x 9/64" dia.)

Starter Handle

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