Craftsman 917376210 Owner’s Manual

SW/A/R8

MODEL NUMBER 917.376210

oAssembly
oOperation

oCustomer

Responsibilities

oService

OWNER'S MANUAL

oAdjustments
oRepair Parts

Caution:

Read and Follow
all Safety Rules

and Instructions
Before Operating

This Equipment

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Printed in UoS.A,

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS,.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

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 oniy as the manufacturer intended and as de-

scribed 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 manufacturer 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 ctear 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 de 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 discharge 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

altow 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 plugwire 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 dam-
age 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 ifitvibrates abnormally, Exces-

sive 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 danger-

OUS,

• Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you Mow
across the face of slopes, never up and down oryou might

loseyourfooting, Do not mowexcessivelysteepslopeso Use

caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain orwhen
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 ere tightened properly

• Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for

proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi-

tion
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 deterioration 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 fue! 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,.

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Look for this symbol to point out ira- I
portent safety precautions, it means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it can-

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not contact spark plug in order to pre-
vent accidental starting when setting

up, transporting, adjusting or making
repairs.

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WARNING &

The engine exhaust from this product con-
tains ctlemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm,

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CONGRATULATIONS on yourpurchaseof aSears Lawn
Mower.. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and
performance,

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized
Service Center/Departmento We have competent, wetl-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair
this lawn mower.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower
properfy. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES",

MODEL
NUMBER 917_376210

SERIAL
NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WiLL BE FOUND
ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE

LAWN MOWER HOUSING

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

DATE OFPURCHASE AND KEEPIN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE..

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 6 0

-D_PLACEMENT: 11.5 CU IN..
GASOUNE CAPACITY 1.6 QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR
OIL TYPE (APt-SF/SG): SAE 30 (ABOVE32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

OiL CAPACITY: 20 OZS
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION J19LM, RJ19LM

(GAP: .030") STD361458
VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: 005-.007

EXHAUST: .007-.009

SOLID STATE IGNtTION
AIR GAP: .0!25 IN..

BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 35-40 FT LBS

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

, Read and observe the safety rutes.
o Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower
° FoIIow the instructions under "Customer ResponsibiIities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For two (2) 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 win 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, btade adapters, belts,

air cleaners and spark plug..

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

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER TO THE NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE 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, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ....................... 3, 9-11

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

ASSEMBLY ................................................................... 5

OPERATION .................................................................. 6

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................... 9

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................ !2

STORAGE ................................................................... 14

REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ........................ 15-19

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 20-25

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 26

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................................... 28

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Blade:

Sharpening ........................... .... 10

Replacement ............................ 10

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Controls:

Drive Control ....................................6

Engine Zone Control .....................6

Engine Speed Control ..................6

Operator Presence

Control Bar ..........................................6

Customer Responsibilities ..... 3, 9-11

Air Fitter ...............................................11

Blade Care/Replacement .........10

Drive Wheels ...................................10

Engine ...........................................11

Lubrication .......................................9

Spark Plug ......................................11

Cutting Levels ..................................... 7

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Engine:

Air Filter ................................... 11

Oil Change ................................. 11

Oil Level ........................................11

Oil Type ...........................................11

Starting ............................................... 8

Stopping ........................................8

Storage .................................................14

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Fuel:

Capacity ..................................................3

Storage ................................................14

Type ...................................................8

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Handle Adjustment:

Assembly .................................................... 5

Cutting Height ................................13

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Lubrication:

Engine ...........................................11

Lawn Mower ..................................9

Maintenance Agreement .....................3

Maintenance Schedule .............................9

Mowing Tips .................................... 8

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Oil:

Engine .................................... 11

Storage ..................................... 14

Operation:

Drive Control .............................................7

Engine Control ..............................7

Grass Catcher .......................... 7

Mower ........................................... 7

Operator Presence

Control Bar ...............................................7

Options:

Accessories ...........................................5

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Repair Parts:

Engine ...............................................20_25

Lawn Mower .............................15-19

Responsibilities, Customer .......3, 9-11

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Safety Rules ................................................. 2

Service and Adjustments ..................12

Carburetor .............................. 13

Drive Belt ................................. 12

Engine Speed ......................... 13

Handle .................................................13

Spark Plug ..................................... 11

Specifications .................................. 3

Speed Control:

Engine .................................... ...... 7

Starting the Engine ...............................8

Stopping the Engine ....................... 8

Storage ...............................................14

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Trouble Shooting Chart ............... 26

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Warranty ....................................... 3

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LAWN OWE ACCESSORIES

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are aIso available at most Sears retail outlets
and service centers, M__tSearsst_rescana_s__rderrepalrpartsf_ry_u_wheny_upr_videthem_de_number_fy_ur_awn

mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower°

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

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CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

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MULCHER KITS

STABILIZER

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

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BELTS

MUFFLERS

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BLADES

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BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

GRASS CATCHERS

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

AIR FILTERS

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Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety
before you attempt to assembfe or operate your new fawn

mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the

factory with the exception of those parts left unassembted

for shipping purposes All parts such as nuts, washers,
bolts, etc°, necessary to complete the assembly have been
placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper

operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you

assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON

• Remove loose parts included with mower.

• Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel
down flat.

o

Remove all packing materials except padding between
upper and lower handle and padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle.
Rot! lawn mower out of carton and check carton thor_

oughly for additional loose parts

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN
MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Fig. 1)

IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS

NOT TO PINCH OR DA rAGE CONTROL CABLES 5

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

UPPER HANDLE

LIFT UP

LOWER HANDLE

o Raise handles until lower handle section locks into

place in mowing position.

- Raise upper handle section into place on lower handle,
remove protective padding and tighten both handle

knobs,

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Remove handle padding holding operator presence

control bar to upper handleo

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Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your
mowing comfort Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the
Service and Adjustment section of this manual

FOR

GAS CANS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

MOWING POSITION

FIG. 1

OPERATmO

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the
illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments,, Save this

manual for future reference,

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These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand
their meaning.

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE

OR WARNING ON OFF

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OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR

ENG|NEZONECONTROLCABLE

STARTER HANDLE

HANDLEKNOB

FUEL

DR|VECONTROL

OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

DRIVE CONTROL LEVER

ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK

DRIVE COVER

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ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

MULCHER DOOR

WHEEL ADJUSTER HOUSING

(ON EACH WHEEL)

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PRIMER

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IVlEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute
and the US. Consumer Product Safety Commission, The blade turns when the engine is running.

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OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL - 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-pro-
pelted forward motion of lawn mower,

MULCHER DOOR - allows conversion to discharge or
bagging operation.

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER - must be in the fast
(_) position for starting and mowing,

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OPERATION

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The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your

lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety

mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL (See Fig. 2)

The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the

side of the engine. Fast ('@) position is for starting the
engine, normal cutting and better grass bagging Slow

(_) position isfor light cutting, trimming andfuel economy.

ENGINE SPEED

CONTROL LEVER

FIG. 2

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

CAUTION: Federal regulations require
lawn mower in order to minimize the

an engine control to be installed on this

risk of blade contact injury. Do not
under any circumstances attempt to

defeat the function of the operator con-
trol, The blade turns when the engine is
running.

• Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator pres-
ence control bar which requires the operator to be
positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and
operate the lawn mower,

DRIVE CONTROL, (See Fig. 3)

• Seff-propeIling 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.

o 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 con-

tinue mowing without self-propelling

° To keep drive control engaged when turning corners,

push down on handle and lift front wheels off ground

while turning Iawn mower°

OPERATOR PRESENCE

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TO ENGAGE %_'__'.ni,tTR(3! \_,_= DRIVE CONTROL

_ROL %_ .......... _'_ DISENGAGED

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ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 4)

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Raise wheels for tow cut and lower wheels for high cut.,

o

Wheels are set in low cut for shipping, Adjust cutting
height to suit your requirements,, Medium position is

best for most lawns
To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever to-

ward wheel Move wheel up or down to suit your
requirements, Be sure all wheels are in the same
setting.

FIG. 4

NOTE: Your lawn mower has been shipped ready for
mulching operation. To convert to discharging operation,

you must install the discharge deflector attachment in-
cluded with your mower.

TO INSTALL DISCHARGING DEFLECTOR

(See Fig, 5)

. Lift door upward on it's hinge until thedeflector frame can

be hooked over the door mounting bracket as shown,

o Release the door to rest against deflector frame,

- To return to mulching operation, reverse the above steps

and be sure door is in closed position,

MULCHER DOOR

DEFLECTOR_j__

FIG. 5

mower without mulcher door in closed

A CAUTION: Do not operate your lawn

position, discharge deflector in place,
or approved grass catcher in place.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 6)

Your lawn mower isshipped without oil in the engine.
. Be sure mower is level and area around of! fill is clean

o Remove engine oil cap wldipstick and fill tothe full line on

the dipstick_

• Use 20 ozs, of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see
"ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilities section of this

manual,

• Pour oil slowly Do not over fill,

• Check oil level before each use Add oil if needed Fill to
full line on dipstick.

. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each time

• Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten

After the first two (2)hours of mowing, change the oft,and

every 25 hours thereafter You may need to change the
oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions

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OPERATION

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GAS (See Fig. 6)

• Fill gasoline tank with fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline
DO NOT USE PREMIUM GASOLINE. BE CAREFUL

NOT TO OVER FILL TANK.

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 stor-
age of 30 days or longer, Drain the fuel tank, start the

engine and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fue! next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information, Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in fuet tank or permanent

damage may occur_

TO START ENGINE

o To start a cold engine, push primer three (3) times

before trying to start. Use afirm push. This step is not
usually necessary when starting an engine which has

already run for a few minutes,

= Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle

and pull starter handle quickly, DO NOT allow starter

rope to snap back_

= To STOP engine, release operator presence control

bar.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat

priming steps, Inwarmer 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

. Under certain conditions, such as very tal! 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 clipping&

o For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by

overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly

o For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions,

the engine speed should be set in the fast (,_)
position,

- For side discharge lawn mowers, cutting in a counter-
clockwise direction, starting at the outside of the area
to be cut spreads grass clippings more evenly and

puts less load on the engine To keep c ppings off of

walkways, flower beds, etc. make the first cuts in a
clockwise direction_

Pores incloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt
and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass.

To prevent this, regu!arly hose catcher off with water
and let dry before using,

o Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of

grass clippings and chaff This wilt help engine airflow
and extend engine life.

ENGINE OIL CAP

W/DIPSTICK

GASOLINE FILLER CAP

FIG. 6

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER
HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. SEE

"CLEANING" IN CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION

OF THIS MANUAL..
° The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fal! onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed Also, the mulched grass will
biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mutch with your highest engine (blade) speed
as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades,

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends
to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action,
The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon,,
At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

will not be exposed to the direct sun.

. For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height

so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third
of the grass btades (See Fig. 7). tf the tawn is-over-
grown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to

reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the

engine and leaving clumps of mulched grass_ For
extremefy heavy mulching reduce your width of cut by

overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly

o Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-
pletely hide the clippings,, When doing a second cut,
mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

o Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the
next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn,

MAX 1/3

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Check for Loose Fasteners 6/' 6/'

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RESPONSIBILITIES

(If Equipped) J 6/"

O_ Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher j .

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Clean Under Drive Cover
(Self-Propelled Mowers)

a Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade

Lubrication Chart
Clean Batted/Recharge

(ElectricSta_ Mowers !

E Check Engine Oil Level _4'

N Change Engine Oil ....

G Clean Air Filter

J Inspect' Muffler

N CIean or Replace Spark Plug

Ei Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

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

2 _ Service more olten 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

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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, clean or 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

fast Ionger.

. Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual
BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level,

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRiCATiON CHART"),

(_ SPRAY LUBRICANT

(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONStBILITIES "ENGINE"

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LUBRJCATUON CHART

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ADJUSTER

(_ HANDLE BRACKET

MOUNTING PIN

(_) MULCHER

DOOR

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL
BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT

DUST AND DiRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF

THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY

MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED

GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

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