Craftsman 247.38528 User Manual [en, es]
Operator's Manual
22” LAWN MOWER
Model No. 247.38528
CAUTION: Before using
this product, read this
manual and follow ail
safety rules and operating
instructions.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Visit our website: www.craftsman.com FORM NO. 769-05495A
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
• ESPAÑOL, p. 33
1/11/2010
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty Statement
Safety Instructions
Slope Guide...............................................Page 7
Safety Labels.............................................Page 9
Assembly...................................................Pages 10-13
Operation...................................................Pages 14-15
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Page 2
Pages 3-6
Service and Maintenance
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Pages 16-19
Off-Season Storage.................................Page 20
Troubleshooting
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Page 21
Parts List..............................................................Page 22-29
Espahol....................................................Page 33
Service Numbers
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WARRANTY
Craftsman Full Warranty
If this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store,
Parts & Repair Service Center, or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair (or replacement it repair proves impossible).
This warranty applies for only 90 days if this product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
• Expendable items which can wear out from normal use within the warranty period, such as mower blades, blade adapters, belts, filters, or
spark plugs.
• Repairs necessary because of accident, such as bent crankshafts, or failure to operate or maintain the product according to all supplied
instructions.
• Preventive maintenance or repairs necessary due to improper fuel mixture, contaminated or stale fuel.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Oil Type: SAE 10W-30
Fuel: Unleaded Gasoline
Spark Plug: Champion® RC12YC
Engine: Briggs & Stratton
ACCESSORIE
Grass Catcher: OEM-190-110
MODEL NUMBER
Model Number..............................................................
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
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Record the model number, serial number
and date of purchase above
§ Sears Brands, LLC
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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AWARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, it not
followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of
yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with
these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this
symbol, HEED ITS WARNING!
AWARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
GENERAL OPERATION
• Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety before
attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand, and
follow all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before
operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts
• Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this
machine before operating it.
• This machine is a precision piece of power equipment, not a
plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times. This
machine has been designed to perform one job: to mow grass.
Do not use it for any other purpose.
• Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand the
instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on
the machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult.
• Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of
safe operation should be allowed to use this machine.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used.
Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other foreign
objects, which could be tripped over or picked up and thrown by
the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.
• Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward
roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharg
ing material against a wall or obstruction, which may cause
discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.
• To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, stay in
operator zone behind handles and keep children, bystanders,
helpers and pets at least 75 feet from mower while it is in opera
tion. Stop machine it anyone enters area.
A DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the safe opera
tion practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment,
carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious
injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes
and feet and throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
AWARNING
Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to
persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instruc
tions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation
and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes.
Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the
eyes.
Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks
and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and
steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this machine
in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light-weight (e.g. canvas) shoes.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting
deck. Contact with blade can amputate fingers, hands, toes and
feet.
A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact
or thrown object injuries.
Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the
foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping. Do not hold on to
the mower it you are falling: release the handle immediately.
Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If
you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first
look down and behind to avoid tripping and then follow these
steps:
1. Step back from mower to fully extend your arms forward.
2. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
3. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way toward
you.
4. Repeat these steps as needed.
Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on machines so
equipped while starting engine.
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• The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to
bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device inopera
tive and may result in personal injury through contact with the
rotating blade. The blade control handle must operate easily
in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged
position when released.
• Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your
footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you
feel you are losing your footing, release the blade control handle
immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk, never run.
• Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is gener
ally a warning of trouble.
• Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete
stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute.
The cutting blade continues to rotate tor a few seconds after the
blade control is released. Never place any part of the body in the
blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.
• Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover,
grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety protective de
vices in place and working. Never operate mower with damaged
safety devices. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not
touch.
• Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while
the engine is running.
• Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the
manufacturer as listed in the Parts pages of this Operator's
Manual. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then
pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull
hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken
bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.
• If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care
and good judgement. Contact 1-800-4MY-HOME® for information
and assistance.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can
result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, use the
Slope Guide included as part of this manual to measure slopes before
operating this machine on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater
than 15 degrees, do not mow it.
Do:
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can
cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious
personal injury. If you feel you are losing your balance, release
the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop
rotating within three (3) seconds.
Do Not:
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments, because
you could lose your footing or balance.
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the
slope guide.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause slipping.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur it the operator is not alert to the presence
of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing
activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under watchful care of
a responsible adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for
small children.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a
child who may run into the mower.
• Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer
burns from a hot muffler.
• Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand the
instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on
the machine and be trained and supervised by an adult.
SERVICE
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
• To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care
in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when
gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes, which can ignite.
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
• Use only an approved gasoline container.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed
with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away
from your vehicle before filling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from
a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use
a nozzle lock-open device.
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will
accumulate in the area.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel while engine is hot or running.
Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
Never over-fill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of the fuel, do not
fill above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move
machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting engine.
Never store the machine or fuel container near an open flame,
spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace,
clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
To reduce fire hazard, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any
fuel-soaked debris.
Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
General Service:
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.
Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals
for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g.,
bent, cracked, worn). Replace blade with the original equipment
manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in the Parts pages of this
manual. Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance and compro
mise safety!
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is
in safe working condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Thoroughly
inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the damage before
starting and operating the mower.
Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while
the engine is running.
Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and trail shield are
subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check
components and replace immediately with original equipment
manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in the Parts pages
of this manual. Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!
• Do not change the engine's governor setting or over-speed the
engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed
of the engine.
• Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or
leaks. Replace if necessary.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
• Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper disposal
of fluids and materials can harm the environment.
• According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC)
and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product
has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 140 hours of
operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine
inspected annually by a Sears or other qualified service dealer
to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working
properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in
accidents, injuries or death.
DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way.
Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and
cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting
of engine governor. Doing so will void the product warranty.
NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SCRE (Small Cff Road Equipment) are
certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include
the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM) and
Three Way Catalyst (TWC) it so equipped.
SPARK ARRESTOR
AWARNING
This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or
state laws (it any).
If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working
order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Cther
states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears
Parts and Repair Service Center.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine
before attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol Description
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and
operate
DANGER — ROTATING BLADES
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass
catcher is in its proper place. If damaged, replace immediately.
DANGER —BYSTANDERS
Do not mow when children or others are around.
DANGER — HAND/ FOOT CUT
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
DANGER — THROWN DEBRIS
Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction. Wear safety glasses.
DANGER —SLOPES
Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15°.
WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE
Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
WARNING— CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engine indoors orin a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
WARNING—HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine and
muffler to cool before touching.
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A WARNING
Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely.
Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Do not mow on Inclines with a slope In excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). Operate walkbehlnd mowers across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes.
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SAFETY LABELS
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT
OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR
GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY.
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KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY
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ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine.
Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the
Operation section before starting or running your machine.
NOTE: Reference to right and left hand side of the Lawn Mower is
observed from the operating position.
OPENING CARTON
1. Cut each corner of the carton vertically from top to bottom.
2. Remove all loose parts.
3. Remove loose packing material.
REMOVING UNIT FROM CARTON
1. Lift unit from the rear to detach it from underlying carton material
and roll unit out of carton.
2. Check carton thoroughly for any other loose parts.
LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON
• Mulching Baffle
• Engine Cil
• Cperator’s Manual
ASSEMBLY
For shipping purposes, the discharge cover on your mower is held in
an upright position by a retainer. Remove the retainer as follows:
1. Push the discharge cover up towards the engine. Holding the
deflector in this position, remove the retainer and discard. See
Figure 1.
2. Lower the discharge cover carefully keeping your fingers out of
the way.
Attaching The Handle
1. Perform the following sequence for the handle setup:
NOTE: Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height
position.
A. Lift the upper handle up from folded position and pull it to
extended position following the arrow in Figure 2. The handle
should click into this position.
B. Make sure the carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle.
Tighten the star knobs securing the upper handle to the
lower handle.
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ASSEMBLY
2. If satisfied with the height of the handle, tighten the star knobs at
the ends of the lower handle shown in Figure 3. For convenience
of operation, you may adjust the handle height as follows:
NOTE: Each end of the lower handle must be placed in the same
position on the mounting brackets.
A. Remove the star knobs shown in Figure 3 and remove the
lower handle.
B. Position each handle bracket stud into the top hole in the
lower handle.
C. Tighten the star knobs.
3. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle.
See Figure 4. Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide.
A. Hold blade control against upper handle.
B. Pull starter rope out of the engine. Release blade control.
C. Slip starter rope into rope guide.
D. Tighten wing nut.
4. Insert post on cable tie into hole provided on the lower handle.
Pull cable tie tight and trim excess. See Figure 5.
ASSEMBLY
Attaching the Mulching Baffle
Your mower is shipped for side discharge operation. To convert mower
to the mulching operation, follow the sequence Indicated here:
1. Lift up and hold the side discharge cover and insert the bottom lip
of the mulching baffle Inside the chute opening See Figure 6.
2. Snap the hooks of the mulching baffle over the hinge pin of the
discharge cover. The hooks must snap into place on the hinge
pin, locking the mulching baffle firmly onto the mower. Release
the discharge cover.
ADJUSTMENTS Cutting Height
Each wheel has a height adjustment lever to change the cutting height
of the mower. Refer to Figure 7.
1. Depress height adjustment lever towards wheel.
2. Slide lever to desired position for a change in cutting height.
3. Release lever towards deck.
IMPORTANT: All wheels must be placed In the same position. For
rough or uneven lawns, move each height adjustment lever to a higher
position. This will prevent you from cutting the grass too close to the
ground.
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OPERATION
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower.
Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit.
Release it to stop engine and blade.
AWARNING
This blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its
operations.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVERS
One adjustment lever is located on each wheel and is used to adjust
the cutting height. All four levers have to be at the same position to
ensure a uniform cut.
MULCHING BAFFLE
The mulching baffle is used to recirculate grass clippings back to the
lawn. Attach it as instructed in the Assembly section of this manual.
Meets ANSI Safety Standards
Craftsman Lawn Mowers conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand behind
the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
GAS CAP
Remove the gas cap to add fuel to the fuel tank. Use clean, fresh,
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane.
OIL FILL CAP/ DIPSTICK
Refer to the Maintenance section for instructions on checking the oil.
SPARK PLUG
Refer to the Maintenance section for instructions on spark plug
replacement.
TRAIL SHIELD
The trail shield is attached to the rear of the mower and is there to
protect the operator from flying debris. Do not use the mower unless
the shield is fully functional and in place.
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OPERATION
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine.
Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in this
section before starting or running your machine.
Oil (one 18 ounce bottle shipped with unit)
First Time Use
1. Remove oil fill dipstick (G). See Figure 9.
2. With the mower on level ground, empty entire contents of oil bottle
provided into the engine oil fill (H).
3. Replace oil fill dipstick and tighten.
Subsequent Uses
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API
service category SF, SG, SH, SJ or later. Always check the API service
label on the oil container to be sure it includes the letters SF, SG, SH,
SJ or later.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine.
Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature
range expected.
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Figure 9
• A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON).
• Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE
(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool first. Never refuel the engine inside a
building where gasoline fumes may reach flames or sparks.
Awarning
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can be
burned or seriously injured when refueling. Stop engine and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away. Refuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills
immediately.
* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil
consumption. Check oil level more frequently.
1. Check the oil with the engine stopped and level.
2. Remove the oil fill dipstick and wipe it clean.
3. Insert and tighten the oil fill dipstick. Remove it to check the oil
level. See Figure 9.
4. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick,
remove the oil fill dipstick, and fill with the recommended oil to the
upper limit mark (J). Do not overfill.
5. Reinstall the oil fill dipstick.
Gasoline
A CAUTION
Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E85. Do not mix oil in
gasoline or modify engine to run on alternate fuels. This will damage
the engine components and void the engine warranty.
Fuel must meet these requirements:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent basis,
please refer to the Off Season Storage section for additional informa
tion regarding fuel deterioration.
NOTE: Fuel can damage paint and some types of plastic. Be careful
not to spill fuel when filling your fuel tank.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline oroil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. To allow for expansion of the fuel, do
not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank neck. Do not overfill.
Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the engine.
3. Install the fuel tank cap and tighten it until it clicks.
4. Move lawn mower at least 10 feet away from the fuel container/
source and site before starting the engine.
Awarning
Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn
mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine
indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands,
feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine
and lawn mower.
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OPERATION
TO START ENGINE
1. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control handle
against upper handle.
2. Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil starter
handle and pull rope slowly until resistance is felt, then pull with a
rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. See Figure 10. Keeping a firm
grip on the starter handle, let the rope rewind slowly. Repeat until
engine cranks. Let the rope rewind each time slowly.
AWARNING
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm
toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures,
bruises or sprains could result.
TO STOP ENGINE
1. Release blade control to stop the engine and blade.
AWARNING
Wait for the blade to stop completely before performing any work on
the mower or to remove the grass catcher.
USING YOUR LAWN MOWER
Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which
could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently
thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury
to the operator and others.
AWARNING
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing
any adjustments or repairs on it.
USING AS MULCHER
For mulching grass, install the mulching baffle as instructed in the
“Assembly” section. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. If the
grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four inches, mulching is
not recommended. Use the grass catcher to bag clippings instead.
AWARNING
If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from the
spark plug, thoroughly inspect mower for any damage, and repair
damage before restarting and operating. Extensive vibration of mower
during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be
promptly inspected and repaired.
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Awarning
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all
controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to
a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground It against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
Interval
Each Use 1. Engine oil level
2. Loose or missing hardware
3. Unit and engine.
1st 5 hours 1. Engine oil 1. Change
Annually or 25 hours
Annually or 50 hours 1. Engine oil 1. Change
Annually 1. Spark plug
Before Storage 1. Fuel system 1. Run engine until it stops from lack of
t Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner if very dirty.
1. Aircleanerf
2. Control linkages/pivots and wheels
3. Underside of mower deck
2. Air Cleaner
Item
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes
service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of
completed maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears Service
Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at
1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Service Service Log
1. Check
2. Tighten or replace
3. Clean
1. Clean
2. Lube with light oil
3. Clean
1. Replace
2. Replace
fuel, or add stabilizer to a full tank of
fresh fuel prior to storage.
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Awarning
Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire, and ground against
engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
• Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
• The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from warranty, operator must maintain the equipment as
instructed here.
• Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty.
• All adjustments should be checked at least once each season.
• Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE Spark Plug
For good performance, the spark plug must be properly gapped and
free of deposits. Replace the spark plug annually.
1. Disconnect the cap from the spark plug, and remove any dirt from
the spark plug area.
2. Use the proper size spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug.
NOTE: Replace with a Champion® RC12YC spark plug.
3. Check the gap with a wire gauge. See Figure 11. Spark plug gap
should be 0.030 in (0.76 mm). If necessary, reset the gap.
4. Install and tighten the spark plug to the recommended torque (180
lb-in [20 Nmj).
5. Attach the spark plug cap to the spark plug.
Air Cleaner
A dirty air cleaner will restrict airflow to the carburetor and cause poor
engine performance. Inspect the filter each time the engine is oper
ated. You will need to clean the filter more frequently it you operate the
engine in very dusty areas.
Clean the air cleaner every 25 hours of operation or once a season.
Replace the air cleaner annually.
Awarning
Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner assembly or the air
filter removed.
NOTE: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the filter. Pres
surized air can damage the filter and solvents will dissolve the filter.
1. Loosen screw and tilt plastic housing cover on side of engine
down. See Figure 16.
Remove air filter from plastic housing cover and replace with
clean or new filter.
Insert cover’s tabs into slots in bottom of base.
Tilt cover up into place and tighten screw.
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