Craftsman 247.388250 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

19” Mulching/Rear Discharge

PUSH LAWN MOWER

Model No.

247.388250

CAUTION: Before

using this product,

read this manual and
follow all safety rules
and operating

instructions.

Safety
Assembly
Operation
Service

Maintenance
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.

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Printed in U.S.A.

770-10186B

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content

Warranty Information
SafeOperptibn Practices..
Slope Gauge
Assembly
Operation

Maintenance

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

Two-Year Warranty on Craftsman Lawn Mower

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman lawn mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned
up according to the instructions in the owner’s manual. Sears will repair, free of charge, any defects in material or
workmanship. If this 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:

1. Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters,
belts, air cleaners and spark plug.

2. Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to
maintain equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner’s manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER TO THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER 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, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Horsepower: 4.0

Engine Oil

21 oz. SAESOoil

Please record model number, serial number, and
date of purchase of the lawn mower here for future
reference. You will find this information on the
model plate located on the mower cutting deck.

Model Number......................................................

Fuel Capacity: 1.5 quarts

Serial Number.......................................................

Spark Plug

J19LM
Gap .030 inches

Date of Purchase..................................................

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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the per

sonal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to operate your lawn mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal
injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning.

Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this

DANGER' power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator

‘ can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to

yourself or others.

This unit 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 (if 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). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section
of this manual.)

WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read this owner’s guide carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble this machine.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the machine and in the manual(s) before
operation. Be completely familiar with the controls
and the proper use of this machine before
operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference, and for ordering
replacement parts.

• Your rotary mower is a precision piece of power
equipment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise
extreme caution at all times. Your unit has been
designed to perform one job; to mow grass. Do not
use it for any other purpose.

• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
a power mower. Children 14 years old and over
should only operate mower under close parental
supervision. Only responsible individuals who are
familiar with these rules of safe operation should
be allowed to use your mower.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets. Stop engine
when they are in the vicinity of your mower to help
prevent blade contact or thrown object injury.
Although the area of operation should be
completely cleared of foreign objects, an object
may have been overlooked and could be
accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction
and cause serious personal injury to the operator
or any others allowed in the area.

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 picked up and thrown by the mower in any
direction and cause serious personal injury to the
operator or any others allowed in the area. Plan
your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like.
To help avoid a thrown object’s injury, keep
children, bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet
from the mower while it is in operation.
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles
during operation or while performing an adjustment
or repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that

may be thrown from the machine in any direction.
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. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Never

operate a unit in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light
weight (e.g. canvas) shoes.

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

parts. Keep dear of discharge opening at ail times

as the rotating blade can cause injury.

Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being

pulled over the foot during a fall. Do not hang on to

the mower if you are falling; release the handle

immediately.

Never pull the mower toward you while you are

walking. If you must back the mower away from a

wall or obstruction first look down and behind, and
then follow these steps:

a. Step back from the mower to fully extend your

arms.

b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure

footing.

c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half

way toward you.

d. 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

units so equipped while starting engine.

• The blade control handle is a safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes
the safety device inoperative 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. Keep a firm hold on the

handle and walk, never run. If you feel you are
losing your footing, RELEASE THE BLADE

CONTROL HANDLE IMMEDIATLEY and the
blade will stop rotating within three seconds.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• 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 generally 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 for a few seconds after

the engine is shut off. 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 guards,
grass catcher, plates or other safety protective

devices in place.

• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a

burn. Do not touch.

• Do not adjust the throttle control with the engine

running.

• Only use accessories approved for this machine

by the manufacturer. Read, understand, and
follow all instructions provided with the approved
accessory.

• If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact
your dealer for assistance.

Slope Operation

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of

this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on

a slope or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees

as shown on the slope gauge (page 6), do not operate this
unit on that area or serious injury could result.

DO;

• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and
down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.

• Watch for holes, ruts, hidden objects, or bumps.
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 in less

than 3 seconds.

• ON MODELS WITH CASTER WHEELS: Lock
both front wheels so they do not pivot while
mowing on the face of slopes. To turn the mower,
depress the handle and raise the front wheels
slightly.

DO NOT:

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose footing or
balance.

• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as
shown on the slope gauge,

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could
cause slipping.

• ON MOWERS WITH CASTER WHEELS: Do Not

mow on slopes with casters unlocked since the
mower has a tendency to drift down hill.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the 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 or other objects.

• Never allow children under age 14 to operate the
mower. Children 14 years of age and above
should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual.

• Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure your vision of a child or hazard.

Service

• Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.

• Use only an approved gasoline container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the
engine is running. Allow engine to cool at least
two minutes before refueling.

Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any

spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it
may cause a fire or explosion.

Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.

Never refuel machine indoors because flammable

vapors will accumulate in the area.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame or spark such as a
gas water heater, space heater, or furnace.
Never run an engine inside a closed area.
To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build-up, Clean up oil or
fuel spillage. Allow mower to cool at least 5
minutes before storing.

Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and

keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting.

Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,

visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent,

cracked or worn). Replace with blade which

meets original equipment specifications listed in

this manual.

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,
remove the wire from the spark plug, and
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 are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose

moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For
safety protection, frequently check components
and replace with manufacturer's recommended
parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution
when servicing them.

• Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds
are dangerous.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

Restrict the use of this power machine to
persons who read, understand and follow the

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warnings and instructions in this manual and
on the machine.

Following are representations of two of the safety labels on your lawn mower. Maintain safety while operating the
mower. Over prolonged use of the mower, these labels may become hard to read and should be replaced.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY. DO NOT
OPERATE MOWER UNLESS REARTRAILING
SHIELD AND THIS GUARD OR ENTIRE
GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE,

READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (BLADE CONTROL,

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AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

• KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM
ROTATING PARTS.

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WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

• DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR
OTHERS AREARDUHD.

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MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°. MOW
ACROSS, NEVER UP AND DOWN. NEVER
PULL MOWER CLOSE TO YOUR EEET. LOOK

DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE
MOVING BACKWARDS.

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WARNING

Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).

A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it
is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.
Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.
Operate WALK-BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes.

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ASSEMBLY

Removing Unit From Carton

• Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to
open carton. '

• Remove owner’s manual from the carton.

• Remove any loose parts, if included with unit.

See Figure 1.

1. Remove manual
& loose parts

2. Roll unit out

ground it against the post on the engine. See
Figure 2.

Remove carriage bolt and wing nut from the
lower handle. See Figure 3. Repeat on the
other side.

Figure 1

• Cut along dotted lines and lay carton down flat.

• Remove packing material.

• Roll or slide unit out of carton. See Figure 1.
Check carton thoroughly for loose parts.

Note: Make sure not to crimp the cable while

removing unit or parts from the carton.

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline

or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with

gasoline and oil before operating your mower.

NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the

mower and/or front or behind the mower is observed
from the operating position.

Loose Parts

a. Owner’s Manual
b. A Bottle of Engine Oil
c. Grass Catcher

Disconnecting Spark Plug

• Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect
the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and

• Raise the lower handle in the direction A shown
in Figure 4. The lower handle should snap into
place.

Note: Make sure to route the cable inside the tower

handle. Also do not crimp the cable while lifting the
handle up.

B Upper Handle

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Figure 4

Reinsert carriage bolt in the upper hole of the
handle bracket and the lower handle as shown
in Figure 3.

Secure with wing nut. Repeat on other side.

Raise the upper handle in the direction B shown
in Figure 4. Tighten the wing nuts which are
already on the handle.
Route the control cable to the inside of the lower
handle.
Attach control cable to the lower handle with the
two cable ties provided on the lower handle.

Place posts on cable ties into the holes on the

lower handle as shown below. Pull the cable
ties tight and cut off extra. See Figure 5.

Cable Tie

Insert post
in hole here

Lift the chute door on the mower. Remove the
mulching plug as shown in Figure 6.

Mulching Plug

Attaching Grass Catcher to Mower

• Holding the grass bag firmly, place the bag on
the mower as shown in Figure 7.

Figure 5

Mulching Plug

Your lawn mower was shipped with the mulching
plug already installed on the unit. If you want to mulch

the lawn, leave it in place. For bagging purposes,

remove the mulching plug and attach the grass
catcher to the mower. Follow directions to remove the
mulching plug.

Chute Door

Pivot Rod

Figure 7

Place hooks, located on two sides of the grass
catcher frame, over the chute door pivot rod on
the back of the unit. See Figure 7. Release the
chute door.

Warning: Never operate the mower unless

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the grass catcher frame is firmly seated on
the chute door pivot rod, rear discharge door

rests firmly on top of the grass catcher or the
mulch plug is securely installed.

OPERATION

Know Your Lawn Mower

Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure
8 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this
manual for future reference.

WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the

operator’s eyes and causing severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses while operating the

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mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.

Recoil Starter

The recoil starter is attached to the handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter to start
the unit.

Primer

The primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor.

Use it to start a cold engine, but do not use it to

restart a warm engine after short shutdown.

Blade Control Handle

The blade control handle is located on the upper

handle of the mower. The blade control handle must
be depressed in order to operate the unit. Release
blade control handle to stop engine and blade.

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Height Adjustment Lever

These levers are located on each wheel and are used
to adjust the cutting height. All four levers have to be at
the same relative position to ensure uniform cut.

Engine Speed

Your mower’s engine speed has been set at the
factory. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it

may result in personal injury. If you think that the
engine is running too fast or too slow, take your unit to
a Sears service center near you

WARNING: This blade control mechanism

is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass
its operations.

Meets CPSC Blade Safety Standards

Craftsman Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute

and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

stopping Engine

• Release blade control handle to stop the
engine and the blade.

• Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire to
prevent accidental starting.

WARNING: Before using your lawn mower,

again refer to the safety rules on pages 3-5
of this manual. Always be careful.

Gas And Oii Fill-Up

Starting Engine

(Referto Figure9.)

WARNING: Be sure no one other than

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the operator is standing near the lawn

mower while starting or operating.

Attach spark plug wire and ground to post on
engine. Make certain the metal cap on the end
of the spark plug wire is fastened securely over
the metal tip on the spark plug. See Figure 2.

Engine Oil

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API

service classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil’s
viscosity grade according to your expected operating
temperature. Follow the chart below.

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5W30 SAE 30

Oil Viscosity Grade Chart

Use SAE30 oil; do not use 10W40 oil.

Fill oil sump and check the oil level as follows:
a. Position the mower on level ground.
b.

Clean area around oil fill plug.

c.

Remove oil fill plug and dipstick.

d.

Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into oil fill hole

and tighten securely.

e. Remove dipstick and check oil level. If the

oil is not up to FULL mark on the dipstick,
pour recommended oil through the oil fill
and check the level again.

• Install oil fill plug and dipstick, tighten securely.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30,

etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these

multiviscosity oils will result in increased oil

consumption when used above 32PF. Check the oil

level more frequently to avoid possible engine

damage from running low on oil.

Gasoline

32°F

Warmer

WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine

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exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING: Keep hands, feet, hair and
loose clothing away from any moving parts

on engine and lawn mower.

Push primer five times. Wait about two seconds
between each push.Do not prime to restart a

warm engine after a short shutdown.

Hold blade control handle against the upper
handle. Grasp recoil starter and pull rope out
slowly until engine reaches the start of
compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder
at this point). See Figure 9 inset. Let the rope
rewind slowly.

Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm
stroke. Keeping a firm grip on the recoil starter,
let the rope return to the starter slowly.

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, or

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IMPORTANT; Never mix engine oil with gasoline.

• Clean area around gas tank cap. For location

• Use a funnel to prevent spillage.

• Pour approximately 1.5 quarts of fresh, regular

• Fill tank to 1/2” below the bottom of the filler

when engine is running or hot. Do not
smoke when filling fuel tank.

of gas tank cap, see Figure 9. Remove cap.

grade, unleaded gasoline slowly to the fuel
tank.

neck. Wipe any fuel spillage. Do not fill fuel
tank completely. Provide space for fuel
expansion.

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Using Your Lawn Mower

Your mower is designed to operate as a mulching or a
rear bagger unit.

• For converting from a mulcher to a rear bagger
unit, refer to instructions on page 8 of this
manual.

mulching cover or the grass catcher
properly installed and tightly secured.

• Be sure that 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.

• For best results, do not cut wef grass because
it tends to stick to the underside of the mower,
preventing proper discharge of grass clippings,
and could cause you to slip and fall. New grass,
thick grass or wet grass may require a

narrower cut.

• The best mowing pattern is one that allows the
clippings to discharge towards the uncut part of
the lawn. This permits recutting of the clippings
to further pulverize them. When cutting high
weeds, discharge towards cut portion, then

recut at right angles to first direction,

• Fora healthy lawn, always cut off one-th i rd or

less of the total length of the grass. Lawn should
be cut in the fall as long as there is growth.

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Do not operate mower without the

WARNING: If the mower strikes a foreign

object, stop the engine. Disconnect spark
plug wire and ground against post.
Thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before

restarting the mower. Extensive vibration
during operation is an indication of
equipment damage.

Using Grass Catcher

You can use the grass catcher bag to collect clippings
while operating the mower.

• Attach the grass catcher to the mower following
instructions on page 8 of this manual.

• Operate the mower till the grass catcher bag is
full, or the job has been completed whichever is
earlier.

• Stop the engine completely by releasing the
blade control handle. Make sure that the unit
has come to a complete stop and the blade has
stopped rotating. Empty the grass catcher bag
as follows.

• Lift the discharge door and pul! the grass bag
away from the mower. See Figure 10,

• Holding the bag firmly, carry the bag away from

the mower. Dispose off the clippings

appropriately.

Chute Door

Bag Handle

Figure 10

Height Adjustment

Refer to height adjustments section of this manual on
page 16 for instruction on how to adjust the cutting
height and the handle height.
For best results in mowing, keep the cutting height
position high until it is determined which height is best

for your lawn.

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MAINTENANCE

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 the
warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower
as instructed in this manual.

• Changing of engine governed speed will void
engine warranty.

• All adjustments in the Service and Adjustmfents
section of this manual should be checked at

least once each season.

• Follow the maintenance schedule given below.

• Periodically check all fasteners and make sure
these are tight.

WARNING; Always stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and

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ground it to post before performing any

maintenance or adjustments on the mower.

Cleaning

The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned
after each use to prevent any buildup of grass clippings,
leaves, dirt, or other debris. If this debris is allowed to
accumulate, it will result in rust and corrosion.

• Disconnect spark plug wire and ground to post
on engine.

Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or
place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing.
Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up.
Hold it firmly.
Scrape clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool.

Put the mower back on its wheels on the
ground. If you had put plastic under the gas
cap, make sure to remove it now.

WARNING: Never tip the mower more

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NOTE: We do not recommend using a garden hose to

clean mower unless the muffler, air fitter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in
engine can shorten engine life.

than 90 degrees and do not leave the

mower tipped for any length of time. Oil

can drain into the upper part of the engine
causing a starting problem,

Engine Maintenance

WARNING: Always stop engine,

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disconnect spark plug wire, and ground it

to post before performing any adjustments
or repairs on the engine.

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Engine Oil

• Only use high quality detergent oil rated with
API service classification SF, SG or SH. Select
the oil’s viscosity grade according to your
expected operating temperature. Refer to page

10 of this manual for viscosity chart.

• Stop engine and wait several minutes before
checking oil level. With engine on level ground,
the oil must be to FULL mark on dipstick.

To Change Engine Oil

Change oil every 25 hours of mower operation. Drain
oil while engine is warm. Follow the instructions given
below to change the oil.

• Tip the mower with the spark plug facing up.

• Place a container under the dipstick. Pull the

dipstick out of oil fill.

• Drain the oil sump empty, collecting oil in an

approved container.

• Fill oil sump with 21 ounces of fresh SAE 30 oil.

Refer to page 10 of this manual for oil fill-up
instructions.

Air Cleaner

The air cleaner prevents damaging dirt, dust, etc.,
from entering the carburetor and being forced into the
engine and is important to engine life and
performance. Replace filter once a year or every 100
operating hours, more often if used in extremely dusty
conditions.

To Service Air Cleaner

• Turn air filter cover counterclockwise and

remove the cover and filter from the flange.
See Figure 11. Discard filter.

Clean cover and flange thoroughly.
Insert the new filter into the cover.

Place the cover and the filter against flange
with tab on the cover inserted into lower left
corner of slot in flange. See Figure 11.

Push cover firmly against flange and turn it
clockwise as far as it will go. Make sure that the

retainers are locked around the flange. See

Figure 11.

WARNING: Never run the engine without

A

To Clean Engine

air cleaner completely assembled.

• Clean engine periodically. Remove dirt and
debris with a cloth or brush.

• Frequently remove grass clippings, dirt and
debris from cooling fins, air intake screen and
levers and linkage. This will help ensure
adequate cooling and correct engine speed.

NOTE: Do not clean with a forceful spray of water as

water could contaminate the fuel system.

Spark Plug

• Clean spark plug and reset gap to .030" at least
once a season or every 50 hours of operation.
See Figure 12. Spark plug replacement is
recommended at the start of each season. Refer
to engine parts list for correct spark plug type.

NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug

should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and
washing with a commercial solvent.

Feeler gap .030”

Figure 11

13

Muffler

A

Figure 12

WARNING: Do not operate the lawn

mower without a muffler, or tamper with
the exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or
spark arresters could create a fire hazard.
Temperature of muffler and nearby areas

may exceed 150° F(65°C).

Blade Care

Lubrication

Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks,
especially if you strike a foreign object. Repiace when
necessary.

WARNING: When inspecting the cutting

blade, protect hands by using heavy

Ik

gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting
blade.

Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to
post on engine.
Turn mower on its side, making sure that the air
filter and the carburetor are up, to check the
blade. If the blade needs to be serviced, refer
to the instructions on “Servicing Blade” on page

15 of this manual.

Wheels

• Lubricate the wheels at least once a season
with light oil or engine oii. Aiso, if the wheels are

removed for any reason, lubricate the surface

of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the

wheel with light oil.

Blade Control Handle

• Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control

handle and the brake cable at least once a
season with light oil. The blade control handle

must operate freely in both directions. For

complete lubrication chart, see Figure 13.

Chute Deflector

• Lubricate the torsion spring and the pivot point
on each end of the chute deflector using a light
oil. This wiil prevent rusting and ensure that the
deflector, which is a safety device, can always
work properly.

NOTE: For sake of clarity, the pictures in the insets represent view from another perspective rather than from the operating position.

Figure 13: Lubrication Chart

14

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS

Servicing Blade

To Remove Blade

• Remove the bolt, and the blade bell support
which holds the blade and adapter to the engine
crankshaft. See Figure 14.

• Remove the blade and the adapter from the

crankshaft.

To Replace Blade:

• Before reinstalling the blade and the blade

adapter to the unit, lubricate the engine
crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade
adapter with light oil,

• Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft with

the “star” away from the engine. See Figure 14.

To Sharpen Blade:

The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding
wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen white on the mower.

• Follow the original angle of grind as a guide.
Make sure that each cutting edge receives an
equal amount of grinding to prevent an
unbalanced blade.

NOTE: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive

vibration when rotating at high speeds, may cause
damage to the mower and could break, causing

personal injury.

• Test the blade by balancing it on a round shaft
screwdriver or a blade balancer. See Figure 15.

• If the blade is not balanced, remove metal from
the heavy side until it balances evenly.

1. Insert screw driver thro

2. Blade should be paralle

Driver

__________

___\________

O (J) 0

ugh hole

1 to ground

Blade

Ground

• Place the new blade with the side marked
bottom (or with part number) facing away from

the adapter.

• Place the bell support next. Make sure to align
the tabs in the holes of the blade with the hole in
the bell support.

• Insert the hex bolt through the blade assembly.

Figure 14 shows the correct order of assembly.

• Use block of wood to hold blade while you

tighten the bolt clockwise. Follow the
recommended torque for the bolt which is 450
600 in.-lbs.

IMPORTANT: The bolt, used to secure the blade to

the engine, is specially heat-treated. Do not

substitute. To order replacement bolt, refer to the

Repair Parts section of this manual.

WARNING: To ensure safe operation of

your unit, all nuts and bolts must be

A

checked periodically for correct tightness.

Figure 15

Engine Adjustments

WARNING; Do not make unnecessary

adjustments on the engine. Factory settings

A

Carburetor

The carburetor has been pre-set at the factory and
should not require adjustment.

• If the engine on your mower does not operate

• Engine performance may be affected in altitudes

NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to run

rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and attached to

the carburetor.

are satisfactory for most conditions.

If any adjustments are made to the engine

while the engine is running, keep clear of all

moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces and muffler. Keep your hands

away from these parts.

properly due to suspected carburetor problems,
take your lawn mower to your nearest Sears
service center.

above 4000 feet. To improve engine
performance, install a high altitude adjustment
kit, available at the Sears service center,

15

Engine Speed

WARNING: Overspeeding engine above

A

• if you believe the engine is running too fast or

the factory setting can be dangerous. Do not
attempt to increase engine speed or it may

result in personal injury. Changing of engine

governed speed will void engine warranty.

too slow, take your lawn mower to the nearest
Sears service center.

Adjusting Handle Height

Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher

height position. To lower the handle height, proceed
as follows.

• Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.

• Remove the upper handle by removing the hand
knobs and carriage bolts. Lay the upper handle
out of the way, being careful not to bend or kink
the cable.

• Remove carriage bolts, wing nuts and hairpin
clips from both sides of the lower handle. Press
out on the legs of the lower handle. Remove
lower handle from the mower.

• Turn the lower handle around so the notch on
the bottom of the lower handle is facing forward
as shown in Figure 16. Reassemble, placing the

bottom hole on the handle over the weld pin in

the handle mounting bracket. Reinsert hairpin

clip in the hole on weld pin. Repeat on other
side.

• Reinstall carriage bolts, earlier removed, on the
lower handle and secure with wing nuts.

There is an adjusting plate and thumb lever at each
wheel position to adjust the cutting height. Each

adjusting plate has nine height positions. Height of cut
will change if you move the thumb lever from one hole
to another.

• Simply depress the lever towards wheel and

move the wheel and lever assembly to the
desired position. Figure 17 shows the rear
wheel height adjustment lever and Figure 18
shows the front wheel height adjustment lever.
All wheels must be placed in the same relative
position for uniform cutting height.

Figure 17

For rough or uneven lawns, move the height
adjustment levers to positions which will give a
higher cutting height. Both front and rear levers
must be placed in the same relative position.

Adjusting Cutting Height

IMPORTANT: All wheels must be placed in the same

relative position. Raise the mower wheels for low cut

and lower the wheels for high cut For rough or uneven

lawns, move the height adjustment lever to a higher
position. This will help stop scalping of the grass,

Figure 18

16

STORAGE

Prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the

season or if the unit wiii not be used for 30 days or

more. Store the mower in a ciean, dry area.

Mower

• Clean the mower thorougly.

• Inspect and replace/sharpen blade, if required.

• Lubricate mower following the lubrication chart
on page 14 of this manual.

You can fold your mower’s handle for convenient
storage as shown in Figure 19. Follow the steps

below to fold the handle.

• Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.

• Loosen the two hand knobs on the sides of the
handle, and let the upper handle fold down to
the rear.

• Remove carriage bolt and wing nut from each
handle bracket,

• Spread the sides of the lower handle, and push
it fonA/ard and down.

• Drain the fuel tank. Start the engine and let it
run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Loosen the bowl drain screw a few turns. The
bowl drain screw is located below the
carburetor. See Figure 20. Do not remove the
screw completely. Drain the carburetor

Note: Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

WARNING: Never use engine or carburetor

A

cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

Figure 19

NOTE: When folding the handle, be careful not to

bend or kink the cable.

Engine

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits

from forming in essential fuel system parts such as
carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during
storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.

Drain fuel system & carburetor

WARNING: Drain fuel into approved

A

container outdoors away from open flame.

Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke.

Figure 20
Use fuel stabilizer
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. Drain all the oil from the
crankcase (This should be done after the
engine has been operated and is still warm)
and refill the crankcase with fresh oil.

Oil cylinder bore

After you have drained the fuel tank, protect the inside
of the engine as follows:

• Remove spark plug, pour approximately one

ounce (30 ml) of engine oil into spark plug hole,
and crank slowly to distribute oil.

WARNING: Avoid spray from spark plug

hole when cranking the engine slowly.

A

17

• Replace spark plug; do not connect spark plug wire.
Change oil

• Change oil if it has not been changed in the last
three months.

Clean engine

• Clean engine and remove all grass clippings,
dirt, and chaff from the exterior of the engine,

• Remove any dirt or debris that may have
accumulated on the cooling fins, intake screen
levers, and linkages.

OTHER

* Do not store gasoline from one season to

another. Replace your gasoline can if it starts to
rust. Rust and/or dirt in the gasoline will cause

problems.

• Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage

shed, be certain to rustproof the equipment by coating

with a light oil or silicone.

18

TROUBLE-SHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic 1. Spark plug wire loose

Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low

Occasional skip

(hesitates) at high
speed

Idles poorly 1. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide

Excessive vibration 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced

Mower will not
mulch grass 2. Excessively high grass

Uneven cut

1. Blade control handle disengaged

2. Spark plug wire disconnected

3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel

4. Blocked fuel line

5. Faulty spark plug

2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel

3. Vent in gas cap plugged

4. Water or dirt in fuel system

5. Dirty air cleaner

2. Air flow restricted

1. Spark plug gap too close

2. Dirty air cleaner

2. Bent cutting blade

3. Bent engine crankshaft

1. Wet grass 1. Wait until later to cut.

S.DutI blade

1. Wheels not in same height position

2. Dull blade

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Engage blade control handle.

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

3. Fill tank with fresh, clean fuel.

4. Clean fuel line.

5. Clean, adjust gap or replace.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Clean fuel line, fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.

3. Clear vent.

4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5. Clean air cleaner. Refer to
Maintenance section of this manual.

1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Clean lawn mower engine.

1. Adjust gap to .030 inches.

1. Reset gap to .030 inches or replace
spark plug.

2. Clean air cleaner following instructions
on page 13.

1. Tighten blade and adapter, balance
blade.

2. Replace blade.

3. Contact your SEARS Service Center.

2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then
mow again at desired height. Make a

narrower cutting swath (1/2) width. Do
not cut off more than 1/3 of the total
length.

3. Sharpen or replace blade.

1. Place all four wheels in same relative
height position.

2. Sharpen or replace blade.

For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above,
please contact your nearest Sears Service Center
or call 1-800-4-MY-HOME.

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PARTS LIST

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250

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SEARS CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250

Key

Part No.

No.

1 747-0824

2

710-1205

3

720-0279

4

710-1174
5 710-0654A
6 720-0276
7

710-1270
8 712-0397
9 712-0324

10 710-0703
11

749-0538C-

0637

13 749-0928-0637
14

726-0240

15 710-0435
16 746-0737
18 747-0995A
19

664-0092

20 714-0104
21
22
23
26
30
31
32
33 710-1044
34
36
39
40
41
42
43
44
45 736-0105

—
732-0809 Door Spring
782-7599A
746-0883
732-0957
731-1261 Rear Flap
748-0376C Blade Adapter

736-0524A
742-0739
736-0356
712-0798
15261A

15262B
14832

738-0507B

Control Handle Assembly - Standard
Rope Guide
Handle Knob .
Curved Hd. Bolt 5/16-18 X 2" Lg.
Scr. TT. 3/8-16 X 1.00” Lg. Hx Indwash.
Hand Knob
Oval C-sunkScr. 1/4-20 X 1.310 Lg.
Wing Nut
Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 Thd.
Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x 0.75”
Upper Handle

Lower Handle
Cable Tie
Weld Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0”
Control Cable — 51”
Grass Catcher Frame
Grass Catcher Bag
Hairpin Clip
Engine, Tecumseh Model 143.994002

Grass Bag Door
Control Cable Housing
Wire Rod

Hex Bolt 3/8-24 XI.5 Lg.
Blade Bell Support

19" Blade (Mulching)
Bell Washer .39 l.d. X 1.38 l.d.
Hex Nut 3/8-16 Thd.
Height Adj. Plate
Pivot Bar
Spring Lever, Front Wheel
Shoulder Bolt, .5" Dia. X .357”
Bell Wash. .38” l.d. X .88”0.d.

Description

Key

Part No.

No.

46

738-0102

49

14578
14579

50

17488A
17489A

51

782-5025

53

782-5026
54 710-1017
55

710-0599
56 682-3036
57

682-3037
58

782-0054A-0689
59 734-1864

60

734-1841
61

747-1169
63 682-3038
64

682-3039
65

710-0514
66 782-5007B
67

782-5004
70 736-0504
71

736-0105 Spring Washer
73 738-3056
76

750-0535 Spacer
78

736-0356 Bell Washer
80

732-0866 Spring Lever, Rear
81 720-0312

83 710-0896

84

782-7611

87 736-0247

88 712-0431

89

748-0423

90

712-0798

Front Axle Bolt ^
Height Adjuster Ass’y Comp. - R.H.
Height Adjuster Ass’y Comp. - L.H.

(not shown)
Pivot Bar - R.H.
Pivot Bar - L.H. (not shown)
Front Baffle
Rear Baffle • L.H.

Torx Mach.Ab-Tap Scr. 1/4-14 x .625.
Scr. TT. 1/4-20 X .500 HxIndWash.
Handle Bracket Assembly - R.H.

Handle Bracket Assembly - L.H.

Deck

Rear Wheel Ass’y. 14 x 1.8 Bar Grey

(Inc. 741-0484 Brg. not illustrated)

Fr. Wheel Ass’y. 8 x 1.7 Aero Grey

Chute Door Pivot Rod

Handle Bracket Assembly. - R.H.
Handle Bracket Assembly. - L.H.
Hex Hd Cap Scr. 3/8-16 x 1.0” Lg.
Rear Mulch Plug
Rear Mulch Baffle

Wave Washer

Rear Axle Bolt

Foam Grip

Scr. AB 1/4-14 X .625 HxIndWash.

Handle Bracket Support Plate
Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.25
Flange Lock Nut

Shoulder Spacer 3/8”

Hex Nut 3/8-16 Thd.

Description

21

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FOR
CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250

— 370K

182

216^/

238

250

22

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FOR
CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250

Key No. Part No. Description Qty.

1

2

37280
26727

Cylinder (Incl. 2,20 & 150)
Dowel Pin 2 135

Key No.

130 6021A

6 33734 Breather Element 1 150 31672
7 36557 Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) 1 151 31673

12 36775 Breather Tube 1 151A 40017
12A 36558 Breather Cover & Tube (Incl. 12B) 1 169 36783 Valve Cover Gasket
12B

36694

Breather Tube Elbow 1 172 36784
14 28277 Washer 1 174
15 30589 Governor Rod (Incl. 14) 1
16 34839A Governor Lever
17 31335 Governor Lever Clamp
18 651018

Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32x19/64" 1 185 36785
19 36281 Extension Spring

20 32600

30 36797
40 35544A
40 35545A
40 35546
41 35541
41 35542

Oil Seal

Crankshaft 1 191 36559A

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.)
Piston, Pin S Ring Set (.010" OS)
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.020" OS) 1
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.) (Incl. 43) 1
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (.010" OS)

(Incl. 43) •

41

35543

Piston & Pin Ass'y. (.020" OS) 1

(Inci. 43)
42 35547A
42
42
43

35548A Ring Set (.010" OS)

35549 Ring Set (.020 OS) 1

20381 Piston Pin Retaining Ring
45 36777
46

3261OA Connecting Rod Bolt

48 27241

Ring Set (Std.) 1

Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46)

Valve Lifter
50 37032 Camshaft (NCR)
52 29914

Oil Pump Ass’y. 1
69 35261 Mounting Flange Gasket
70 34311 E Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 thru

83,306)
72
75 27897

36083 Oil Drain Plug

Oil Seal 1
80 30574A Governor Shaft
81 30590A Washer
82 30591

Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81) 1
83 30588A Governor Spool
86

650488 Screw, 1/4-20 X 1-1/4"
89 611004 Flywheel Key
90 611112
92

650815 Belleville Washer

93 650816

100 34443B
101 610118
103

651007
110 37047
119
120

37028 Cylinder Head Gasket

36825 Cylinder Head
125 37288
126

37289 Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)

Flywheel 1

Flywheel Nut 1
Solid State Ignition 1
Spark Plug Cover
Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/16"
Ground Wire

Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151) 1

178 29752
1 182 6201
1 184 26756

1 186 32653 Governor Link
1 189 650839

1

195 610973 Terminal 1
1 207 34336

216 33086 R.P.M. Adjusting Lever 1
223 650451 Screw, 1/4-20 X 1"

1 224

238 650932 Screw, 10-32x49/64"

239 34338 Air Cleaner Gasket

241 35797

245 35066 Air Cleaner Filler 1

1

250

260
2

261 30200

1

262 650831 Screw, 1/4-20x1/2"

2

275 36790A
2

277

1

285 35000A Starter Cup

287 650926

1

290 29774

1

292

298 28763

1

300 36916

301 36246 Fuel Cap

1

305 35647 Oil Fill Tube

1

306 36996 "0"-Ring

307

1

309 650562 Screw, 10-32x1/2" 1

6

310 35648 Dipstick 1

1

313 34080 Spacer 1
370A 36261

1

370C 37199
370K
380 640173

1

390 590737 Rewind Starter* 1

2

400 37029A

1

416 36085 Spark Arrestor Kit (Optional) 1

1

417 650821 Screw, 10-32 X 1/2" (Optional) 1
900 0 Replacement Engine NONE, order

1

900 0

' This engine could have been built with 590694 starter

23

Part No.

Description

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

35395

Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM)
Valve Spring
Valve Spring Cap
Intake Valve Seal

Valve Cover

30200

Screw, 10-24x9/16"
Nut& Lock Washer, 1/4-28
Screw, 1/4-28 X 7/8" 2
Carburetor - Intake Pipe Gasket 1
Intake Pipe 1

Screw, 1 /4-20 X 3/8" 2
S.E. Brake Bracket (Incl. 195) 1

Throttle Link 1

36786 Intake Pipe Gasket 1

Air Cleaner Collar

35065 Air Cleaner Cover 1
36980 Blower Housing 1

Screw, 10-24x9/16" 2

Muffler 1

650988 Screw, 1/4-20x2-5/16"

Screw, 8-32x21/64"

Fuel Line

26460 Fuel Line Clamp 2

Screw, 10-32 X 35/64"

Fuel Tank (Incl. 292 & 301) 1

35499 "0"-Ring 1

Lubrication Decal 2
Primer Decal

36695 Starter Decal 1

Carburetor (Incl. 184)

Gasket Set

from 71 -9990

Replacement Short Block 750836

Qty.

8

1
2
2

1

1

1
2
2

1

2

2

1
1

2

2

1

2

1

3

1

1
1

1

1

1

1

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FOR
CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250

Carburetor No. 640173

Key

Part No. Description

No.

1 631615
2 631767

631184

4
5 631183 Dust Seal (Throttle) 1
6 631616 Throttle Shutter 1
7 650506 Shutter Screw

16 631807

631700 Float Bowl 1

25

631024

27

632019 Float 1

28

631028 Float Bowl "0" Ring 1

29

631021

30

31 631022 Spring Clip 1

632047A

35

631937A

40

631334

44
48 631027 Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent 1

632760 Repair Kit 1

60

Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly

Throttle Return Spring
Dust Seai Washer (Throttle)

Fuel Fitting

Float Shaft

Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip (Incl.

31)

Primer Bulb/Retaining Ring
High Speed Bowl Nut 1
Bowl Nut Washer

Qty.

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

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CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FOR
CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250

Recoil Starter 590694

12

Key No.

-

1
2 590600
3
4 590601
5
6 590698
7
8 690700

11 590695

12 590535

13

Part No. Description

590694 Recoil Starter

590599A Spring Pin

590696

590697

590699

590701

Washer ■
Retainer
Washer
Brake Spring
Starter Dog

Dog Spring
Puliey & Rewind Spring Ass'y.

Starter Housing Ass’y.

{40 degree grommet)
Starter Rope
(98" X 9/64" dia.)

Starter Handie

Recoil Starter 590737

14

11

Key No. Part No. Description

­3 590740
6 590616 Starter Dog
7 590617
8 590618A Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass’y.

11 590687A Starter Housing Ass’y

12 590535

13 590701

14

590737 Rewind Starter

Retainer

Dog Spring

(40 Degree Grommet)
Starter Rope
( 98" X 9/64" )
Starter Handle

590760

Spring Clip

25

In U.S.A. or Canada

for in-home major brand repair service;

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1 -800-4-M Y-HOMEs“ (1 -800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparación a domiciilio —1-800-676-5811

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pièces —1-800-469-4663

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Cal! 6 a.m. —11 p.m. CSX, 7 days a week

PartsDirect®''

1-800-366-PART (1 -800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domiciilio —1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Service Center in your area;

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

To purchase or inquire about a Sears Maintenance Agreement:

Call 7 a.m. — 5 p.m. CSX, Monday — Saturday

1-800-827-6655