Craftsman 917.377582 User Manual

Owner's Manual

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6.75 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE

POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.377582

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Espa_ol

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

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

Warranty

Safety Rules

Assembly
Operation

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance

I

2 Product Specifications 11
2 Service and Adjustments 14

4 Storage 16
6 Troubleshooting 17

10 Repair Parts 37
10 Parts Ordering Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER

For two years from date of 15umhase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up acCording to the operating and maintenance instructions in the

owner's manual, Searsiwill _'epa r free of charge any defect n mater a or workmanship
If th=s Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commerc=al or rental purposes, this warranty

applies for only 90 days fro_ the date of purchase.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, I_elts, a=rcleaners and spark plug.

• Repairs necessary b,bca_se of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual..

Warranty service is available byr_tuming 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 spec fic ega 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 standards require operator pres-

ence controls to minimize the risk of injury.

Your unit is equipped with such controls.

Do not attempt to defeat the function of the

controls under any circumstances•
TRAINING:

• Read this operator's manual carefully.
Become familiar with the controls and

know how to operate your mower

properly. Learn how to quickly stop

mower.

• Do not allow children to use your mower.
Never allow adults to use mower without

proper instructions.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, especially small children and

pets.

• Use mower only as the manufacturer

intended and as described in this manual.

• Do not operate mower if it has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.

Always have damage repaired before
using your mower.

• Do not use accessory attachments that
are not recommended by the manufac-

turer. Use of such attachments may be
hazardous.

• The blade tums when the engine is

running.

PREPARATION:

• Always thoroughly check the area to be
mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,

wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
These objects will be thrown by the blade

and can cause severe injury.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields when starting and while using

your mower.

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• Dressproperly.Donotoperatemower
whenbarefootorwearingopensandals.
Wearonlysolidshoeswithgoodtraction

when mowing.

• Check fuel tank before starting engine.

Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the
engine is running or when the engine is
hot. Allow the engine to cool for several
minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean

off any spilled gasoline before starting the

engine.

• Always make wheel height adjustments

before starting your mower. Never
attempt to do this while the engine is

running.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

OPERATION:

• Keep your eyes and mind on your mower

and the area being cut. Do not let other
interests distract you.

• Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never
run while operating your mower. Always

be sure of your footing -- keep a firm
hold on the handles and walk.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the 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 allow.anyone near the

mower while you are operating it.

• Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing

your mower, stop the engine and make
absolutely sure the blade and all moving

parts have stopped. Then disconnect the
spark plug wire and keep it away from the
spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

• Do not continue to run your mower if you

hit a foreign object. FolLow the procedure
outlined above, then repair any damage

before restarting and operating you

mower.

• Do not change the governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Engine damage or
personal injury may result.

• Do not operate your mower if it vibrates

abnormally. Excessive vibration is an

indication of damage; stop the engine,

safely check for the cause of vibration

and repair as required.

• Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust

fu_ ara dan_raus.

• Never cut grass by pulling the mower

towards you. Mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down or you might

lose your footing. Do not mow exces-
sively steep slopes. Use caution when
operating the mower on uneven terrain

or when changing directions -- maintain
good footing.

• Never operate your mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety devices in place.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

• Check the blade and the engine mount-

ing bolts often to be sure they are
tightened properly.

• Check all bolts, nuts and screws at

frequent intervals for proper tightness to
be sure mower is in safe working

condition.

• Keep all safety devices in place and

working.

• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine

free of grass, leaves or excessive grease

and oil.

• Check grass catcher often for deteriora-
tion and wear and replace worn bags.

Use only replacement begs that are
recommended by and comply with

spec'ifications of the manufacturer of your

mower.

• Always keep a sharp blade on your

mower.

• Allow engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

• Never store mower with fuel in the tank

inside a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or an ignition source such
as a hot water heater, space heater,

clothes dryer, etc.

ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or

other reproductive harm.

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Theseaccessorieswereavailablewhenthislawnmowerwasproduced. They are alsoavaH_d:)io

at most Sears retailoutlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order i_ir parts for

you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may

not apply toyour lawn mower.

LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE

FL

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in
its entirety before you attempt to assemble
or operate your new lawn mower. Your new

lawn mower has been assembled at the
factory with the exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. All
parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,
necessary to complete the assembly have

been placed in the pads bag. To ensure

safe and proper operation of your lawn

mower, all parts and hardware you as-

semble must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to ensure proper

tightness.

MULCHER KITS

FOR

J SIDE DISCHARGE

GRASS CATCHERS

LAWN MOWERS

STABILIZER

GAS CANS

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.

• Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper and lower
handle and padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle.

• Roll lawn mower out of carton and check
carton thoroughly for additional loose

pads.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN
MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

• Raise handles until lower handle section
locks into place in mowing position.

• Remove protective padding, raise upper
handle section into place on lower
handles and tighten both handle knobs.

• Remove handle padding holding

operator presence control bar to upper

handle.

• Your lawn mower handle can be

adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer
to "Adjust Handle" in the Service and

Adjustment section of this manual.

Operator presence
controlbar

up

Uft up

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging
or discharging:

• Open rear door and remove mulcher
plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place.

• You can now install catcher or optional
clipping deflector.

• To retum to mulching operation, install

mulcher plug into discharge opening of

mower.

Mulcher plug_

ACAUTION: Do not mn your lawn mower

without mulcher plug in place or approved
clipping deflector or grass catcher in place.

Never attempt to operate the lawn mower

with the rear door removed or propped

open.

Lower
handle

Mowing

position

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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READTHIS OWNER"SMANUALAND SAFETYRULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR LAWN

MOWER. Comparethe illustrationswithyourlawnmowertofamiliarize yourselfwiththe location
ofvariouscontrolsandadjustments.Savethismanualforfuture reference.

These symbols may appear onyour lawn mower or in literature suppliedwiththe
product. Learn and understand their meaning.

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

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Operator presence controlbar

Starter handle

Mulcher plug

Gasoline filler cap

\

Drivecontrollever

Engine oilcap

withdipstick

Drive cover

Primer

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American
National Standards Instituteand the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade
lures when the enRi,"he is running.

Operator Presence Control Bar- must be
held down to the handle to start the engine.

Release to stop the engine.
Palmer - pumps additional fuel from the

carburetor to the cylinder foruse when starting
a cold engine.
Starter Handle - used for starting the engine.

Wheel adjuster
(on each wheel)

Drive Control Lever-- used toengage

power-propelledforwardmotionof lawn

mower.

Mulcher Plug - locatedatthe discharge
opening must be removed when convert-

ing tobagging or dischargingoperation.

Lawn mower housing

The operationofany lawn mower can reeultin
foreign objectsthrownintothe eyes,whichcan
resultinsevereeye damage. Alwayswear
safetyglassesoreye shieldswhileoperating
yourlawnmoweror performinganyadjust-
mentsor _alm. We recommenda wide

visionsafety maskoverspectaclesorstandard
safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL
The engine speed was set at the factory

for optimum performance. Speed is not
adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
ACAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine control to be installed onthis
lawn mower inorder to minimize the risk of

blade contact injury.Do not under any
circumstancesattempt to defeat the
functionof the operator control.The blade

turns when the engine is running.

• Your lawnmoweris equippedwithan

operatorpresencecontrolbarwhich

requirestheoperatorto be

behindthe lawn mowerhandletostadand
operatethe lawnmower.

TO ADJUST CUTnNG HEIGHT

• Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut.

• Adjust cuttingheight to suityour require-
ments. Medium position is best formost

lawns.

• To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster
lever toward wheel.Move wheel up ordown

to suit your requirements. Be sure all wheels
are in the same satUng.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly pesitk)ned when
plate tab inserts intohole in lever. Also, 9-
position adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever
to be positioned between the plate tabs.

LowerWheels for High Cut

TO A'rrACH GRASS CATCHER

• cleee itip FRp be

while operating lawn mower.

• Liftthe rear door on the mower housingand

place the grass catcher frame onto the
formed tabs on the rear door hinge bracket.

• The grass catcher issecured to the lawn
mower housing when the rear door is

lowered ontothe grass catcher frame.

&CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without clipping deflector or approved
grass catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear door

removed or propped open.

Hinge door
bracket

Formed

tabs

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

• To removegrasscatcher,reteaseoperator

presencecontrolbarto stopengine.

• Liftupreardoorand removethe grass

catcherbythehandle.

NOTE: Do notdragthe bag when emptying;
itwillcauseunnecessarywear.

Grass catcher

Raise Wheels _ P_

for LowCut _ _ Lever

)RIVE CONTROL

Self-propelling iscontrollid by holding the
operator presence control bar down to the

handle and pushing the drive control liver

forward until it clicks; then release the liver.

Forward motion willstop when the operator
presence control bar is released. To stop
forward motion without stopping engine,

release the operator presence control bar
slightlyuntilthe drive control disengages.

Hold operator presence control bar down to

handle to continue mowing without self-

propelling.

. To keep drive control engaged when turning

comers, push down on handle and lift front

wheels oftground while tuming lawn

mower.

)perator presence Drive

control bar_ \ _ _ -- "ontrol

\_ \_, Drivecontrol

TOengage x, \x _i_...... ,_

drive control

dl_l lyctyt_u

3EFORE STARTING ENGINE
OIL

_'ourlawn mower is shipped without oilinthe
=.ngine.

, Be sure mower is level and area around oil

flUis clean.

, Remove engine oilcap and fillto the full line

on the dipstick.

, Use 27 ozs. of oil.For type and grade of oil

to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance

section of this manual.

, Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.

• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if
needed. Fillto full line on dil_tick.

• To read proper level, tighten engine oilcap
each {ime.

• Reinstall engine oilcap and tighten.

• Change the oilafter every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may need

to change the oil more often under dusty,

dirtyconditions.

GAS

• Fillfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. Do not mix oilwith gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities thatcan be used

within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

WARNING: Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the fuel tank, start the engine
and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor

are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.
See Storage Instructions for additional
information. Never use engine or carbure-
tor cleaner products in fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

Engine oil cap

fillercap

Gasoline _

TO START ENGINE

• To start a cold engine, push primer five (5)
times before trying to starL Use a firm push.

This step is not usually necessary when
starting an engine which has already runfor

a few minutes.

• Hold operator presence controlbar down to
the handle and pullstarter handle quickly.

Do not allow starter rope to snap back.

• To stop engine, release operator presence

controlbar.

NOTE: In cooler weather itmay be necessary

to repeat priming steps. In warmer weether

over priming may cause flooding and engine
will not start. If you do flood engine, wait a few
minutes before attempting to startand do not

repeat priming steps.

MOWING TIPS

• Under certain conditions, such as very
tall grass, it may be necessary to raise
the height of cut to reduce pushing effort

and to keep from overloading the engine
and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It

may also be necessary to reduce
ground speed and/or run the lawn

mower over the area a second time.

• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut by overlapping previously
cut path and mow slowly.

• For better grass bagging and most
cutting conditions, the engine speed
should be set in the fast position.

• When using a rear discharge lawn

mower in moist, heavy grass, clumps of
cut grass may not enter the grass
catcher. Reduce ground speed (push-

ing speed) and/or run the lawn mower

over the area a second time.

• If a trail of clippings is left on the right
side of a rear discharge mower, mow in

a clockwise direction with a small
overlap to collect the clippings on the

next pass.

• Pores in cloth grass catchers can
become filled with dirt and dust with use

and catchers will collect less grass. To
prevent this, regularly hose catcher off
with water and let dry before using.

• Keep top of engine around starter clear
and clean of grass clippings and chaff.

This will help engine air flow and extend

engine life.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean UNDERSIDE OF MOWER

HOUSING after each use. See "Cleaning" in
MAINTENANCE section ofthis manual.

• The special mulching blade will recut the
grass clippings many times and reduce
them in size so that as they fall onto the

lawn they will disperse into the grass and
not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will
biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for
the lawn. Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will provide the
best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet
grass tends to form dumps and interferes

with the mulching action. The best time to

mow your lawn is the early aftemoon. 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 blades.

Ifthe lawn is overgrown it willbe necessary
to raise the height of cutto reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leavingclumps of mulched

grass. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width ofcut, mow slowly and

raise the rear of the lawn mower one wheel

adjuster setting higher than the front.

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions

may require that an area be mulched a

second time to completely hide the

clippings.When doing a second cut, mow

across or perpendicular to the firstcut path.

• Change your cutting pettem 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 grainingof the

lawn.

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.A, ENANCESCNEOULE

FILL IN DATES _ _ _ _ _

REGULAR SERVICE

Check for Loose Fasteners (p/ ti/
Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

M Clean Lawn Mower

(Power-Propelled Mowers) II/

O Clean Under Drive Cover

Check ddve belt/pulleys

E Power.Propelled Mowers) b/

CheckJSharpeNReplace Blade I,/3

Lubrication Chart ll/ II_

Clean BatteP//Recha=rge

Electric Start MowersI

E _heck EnQineOil Level qp/

N Change Ermine Oil 11_1.2

G CleanAirFilter _ 2

I Inspect Muffler

N CleanorReplaceSparkPlug

E Replace Air FilterPaper Cartridge I_2

I - Change more onen when operating under a heavy k_ad or in h_gh ambient temperatures.
2 - Service moro often when operating In dldy or du_y conditions.

3. Repine blades nm(e often when mowing kl sandy soil.
4 - Charge 48 hours at end of mso_.

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 instructedin this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should be

checked at least once each season.

• Once a year, replace the spark plug,replace
air filterelement and check blade for wea_. A

new spark plug and clean/new air filter
element assures proper air-fuel mixture and

helps your engine run better and last longer.

• Follow the maintenance schedule in this
manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil leveL

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION
Keep unitwell lubricated (See "LUBRICATION

CHART").

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v' v',

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) Wheel

adjusters_

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(_)Engine oil

(_) Rear

door

hinge

(D SPRAYLUBRICANT

(_ SAE 30 MOTOR OIL. REFER TO

ENGINE- MAINTENANCE SECTION.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic
wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirtthat will shorten the life ofthe self

lubricatingbearings. Ifyou feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry,powdered graphite

type lubricantsparingly.

(_) Handle bracket

mounting pin

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NUMBER 917.377582
SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

HORSEPOWER: 6.75
DISPLACEMENT: 12.56 CU. IN.

_ASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 27 OZS.
SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004- .008

EXHAUST: .004 - .008

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: .0125 IN.

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.

The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the
lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above.

LAWN MOWER • Remove blade and attaching hardware

Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance.

TIRES

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil,or insect
control chemicals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may cause
tim damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results, mower blade must be kept

sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.
TO REMOVE BLADE

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure
air filter and carburetor are up.

• Use a wood block between blade and
mower housing to prevent blade from

turning when removing blade bolt.

• Protect your hands with gloves and/or
wrap blade with heavy cloth.

• Remove blade bolt by turning counter-
clockwise.

(bolt, lock washer and hardened

washer).

NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and
check the key inside hub of blade

adapter. The key must be in good
condition to work properly. Replace
adapter if damaged.

TO REPLACE BLADE

• Position the blade adapter on the

engine crankshaft. Be sure key in
adapter and crankshaft keyway are
aligned.

• Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.

• Be sure the trailing edge of blade
(opposite sharp edge) is up toward the

engine.

• Install the blade bolt with the lock
washer and hardened washer into

blade adapter and crankshaft.

• Use block of wood between blade and
lawn mower housing-and tighten the

blade bolt, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is

11 35-40 ft. Ibs.

MPORTANT:Bladeboltis grade8heat
teated.

ro SHARPEN BLADE
_IOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

)lade - but if you do, be sure the blade is
_alanced.

3are should be taken to keep the blade

_alanced. An unbalanced blade will cause
=.ventual damage to lawn mower or

.=ngine.

, The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

, To check blade balance, drive a nail into

a beam or wall. Leave about one inch
of the straight nail exposed. Place

center hole of blade over the head of the
nail. If blade is balanced, it should
remain in a horizontal position. If either

end of the blade moves downward,
sharpen the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

Blade Crank shaft
adapter

If necessary to clean the drive wheels,

check both front wheels.

• Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and

washers.

• Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.

• Remove any trash or grass cuttings from
inside the dust cover, pinion and/or drive

wheel gear teeth.

• Put wheels back in place.

• If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not

turn freely, contact your nearest

authorized service center.

GEAR CASE

• To keep your drive system working
properly, the gear case and area around

the drive should be kept clean and free
of trash build--up. Clean under the drive

cover twice a season.

• The gear case is filled with lubricant to
the proper level at the factory. The only

time the lubricant needs attention is if
service has been performed on the gear

case.

• If lubricant is required, use only Texaco
Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No.

750369. Do not substitute.

Bolt Crank

Lockwasher Hardened Blade shaft

washer Trailing adapter

edge

GRASS CATCHER

• The grass catcher may be hosed with
water, but must be dry when used.

• Check your grass catcher often for damage
or deterioration. Through normal use it will
wear.If catcher needs replacing, replace

only witha manufacturer_approved
replacement catcher. Give the lawn mower

model number when ordering.

DRIVE WHEELS

Check front drive wheels each time before
you mow to be sure they move freely.

The wheels not turning freely means trash,
grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive wheel
area and must be cleaned to free drive

wheels.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SH or
SG. Select the oirs SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSrrY GRADES

NOTE: Although multi--viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, these multi---viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32°F. Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low

on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or at least once a year if the lawn mower

is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each five (5)
hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil level.

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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain
oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until
fuel tank is empty.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with spark plug.

• Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a

clean surface.

• Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil
into a suitable container. Rock lawn

mower back and forth to remove any oil

trapped inside of engine.

• Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower
and on side of engine.

• Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the =FULL"

line on the dipstick. DO NOT OVER
FILL.

• Replace engine oil cap.

• Reconnect spark plug wire to spark

plug.

Container

AIR FILTER

Your engine willnotrunproperly and may be
damaged by using a dirty air filter.

Replace the air filter every year, more often
ifyou mow invery dusty, dirtyconditions.Do

not wash air filter.

TO CHANGE AIR FILTER

• Loosen cover knob

• Swing cover down and remove from hinge

• Pull paper filter out of air cleaner body

• Clean aircleanercoverand body.

• Install a new peper filter.

• Reinstall cover to air cleaner body. Be sure

hinge is assembled properly.

• Swing cover up and tighten cover knob. (Do

not overtighten).

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it

could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make
your engine start easier and run better. Set

spark plug gap at .030 inch.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built--up grass and

trash. Clean underside of mower housing after

each use.

,&CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contactwith the spark plug.

• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air
filter and carburetor are up. Clean the

underside of your lawn mower byscraping
to remove bu=1d_up of grass and trash.

• Clean engine oftento keep trash from
accumulating. A dogged engine runs hotter

and shortens engine life.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of
all gasoline, oil, etc.

• We DO NOT recommend using a garden
hose to clean lawn mower unless the

electricalsystem, muffler, air filterand
carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result inshortened

engine life.

CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER

Clean under drive cover at least twice a
season. Scrape underside of cover with putty

knife or similar tool to remove any build--up of

trash or grass on underside of drive cover.

Air filtercover

Hinge Cover

Paper filter knob

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`&CAUTION: Before performing any
service or adjustments:

• Release control bar and stop engine.

• Make sure the blade and all moving

parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from

spark plug and place where it cannot
come in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST cu'n'ING HEIGHT
See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in

the Operation section of this manual.
REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the

rear wheels of your lawn mower, is
provided to minimize the possibility that
objects will be thrown out the rear of the
lawn mower into the operator's mowing

position.

If the rear deflector becomes damaged, it
should be replaced.

TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT

• Remove drive cover. Remove belt by

pushing down on gear case pulley and
rolling belt off it.

• Turn lawn mower on its side with

carburetor and fuel cap up.

• Remove blade.

• Remove debris shield.

• Remove belt from engine pulley on

crankshaft.

• Install new belt by reversing above

steps.

• Always use factory approved belt to

assure fit and long life.

Drive -._...J_ L_ k _ U_/

• Remove the cable clips.

• Remove the controls and operator

presence control bar from the upper
handle.

• Remove starter rope guide from upper

handle.

• Remove hairpin cotters.

• Disconnect the lower handle from the

handle brackets.

• Turn the handle over and reassemble

the hairpin cotters that have been

removed.

• Reassemble the starter rope guide.

• Reassemble the controls and the

operator presence control bar to the

upper handle.

,&CAUTION: The operator presence
control bar must pivot freely to permit

blade brake engagement when control bar
is released. Do not over tighten the
fasteners holding the controls to the upper

handle.

• To change from medium low to high

position only the upper handle section
will have to be turned over.

• To change from medium low to low

position, only the lower handle section
will have to be turned over.

ShippingPosition

Medium Low

Medium High

\

cover _ _n1-_

own lgll

TO ADJUST HANDLE

Your lawn mower handle can be raised or

lowered for your mowing comfort. Four

(4) positions are available: high, medium

high, medium low and low. Handles are

shipped mounted in the medium low

position.

• To change from medium low to medium

high position, the upper and lower
handle sections will have to be turned

over.

Low

High

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Lower Handle

Lowerframe

Squeezeto \ _" F

\

remove_

Hairpin Cotter

TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

• Insert leg of tubular frame through front
opening of grass catcher and thread

frame into sewn hem of bag.

NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the

straight leg of the tubular frame.

• When frame comes out the other end of
sewn hem, immediately work the end of

frame down inside the bag as shown in
inset.

• Slide sewn hem evenly around the
tubular frame until both ends of frame

are exposed out of the front opening.

• Assemble lower frame to tubular frame
as shown. Be sure handle is outside of

bag and frames are fully seated as
shown in inset.

• Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
NOTE: if vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold

them in warm water for a few minutes. If
bag gets wet, let it dry before using.

• Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be closed

while operating lawn mower.

•,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without clipping deflector or approved
grass catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear door

removed or propped open.

Handle
Bracket

_Frames mustbe

_-- _._ I fullyseated)

Tubular frame

Lower frame handle

ENGINE

CARBURETOR
Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed

main jet for mixture control. If your engine
does not operate properly due to sus-

pected carburetor problems, take your

lawn mower to an authorized service

center for repair or adjustment.

ENGINE SPEED
Your engine speed has been factory set.

Do not attempt to increase engine speed
or it may result in personal injury. If you

believe that the engine is running too fast
or too slow, take your lawn mower to an
authorized service center for repair and
adjustment.

Tubular fra_ _ewn hem

Se 1hem Fli_lid

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"nmediately prepare your lawn mower for
torage at the end of the season or if the unit
,,illnot be used for30 days or more.

.AWN MOWER
Vhen lawn mower is to be stored for a period

,f time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt,
trease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this manual).

Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins
are securely fastened. Inspect moving

pads for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

"IANDLE
(ou can fold your lawn mower handle for

;torage.

Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower
handle toward each other until the lower

handle clears the handle bracket, then

move handle forward.

, Loosen upper handle mounting bolts

enough to allow upper handle to be folded
back.

MPORTANT: When folding the handle for

storage or transportation, be sure to fold the
_andle as shown or you may damage the

.'ontrol cables.
, When setting up your handle from the

storage position, the lower handle will
automatically lock into the mowing position.

Lower Handle
Handle Bracket

Squeeze tofold

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum

deposits from forming in essential fuel system
pads such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose,

or tank duringstorage. Also, experience
indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohot 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 the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel
linesand carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to

gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to

reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas

tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with

clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER

• Remove spark plug.

• Pour one ounce (29 ml) ofoilthrough spark
plug hole intocylinder.

• Pull starter handle slowly a few times to
distributeoil.

• Replace with new spark plug.

Hairpin
Cotter

Operator Presence

Control Bar

Fold Backward

MowingPosition

Fold FonNard
For Storage Lower Handle 16

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to

another.

• Replace your gasoline can ifyour can starts

to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will
cause problems.

• Ifpossible, store your unit indoors and cover
itto give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your unit with a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do not

use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which

allows condensation to form and will cause

your unit to rust.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.

ACAUTION: Never storethe lawn mower
with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to coolbefore storing

in any enclosure.

PROBLEM

Will not start

Loss of power

CAUSE

• Dirty air filter.

• Out of fuel.

• Stale fuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plugwire is
disconnected.

• Bad spark plug.

• Loose blade or broken
blade adapter.

• Control bar in released

position

• Control bar defective

• Rearof lawn mower

housing/blade dragging
in heavy grass.

• Cutting too much grass.

• Dirty air filter.

• Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Too much oil in engine.

• Walking speed too fast.

CORRECTION

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Fill fueltank.

• Drain tank and refill with fresh
clean fuel.

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor

and refill tank with fresh
gasoline.

• Connect wire to plug.

• Replace sparkplug.

• Tighten blade bolt or replace

blade adapter.

• Depress control bar to handle.

• Replace control bar.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Check oil level.

• Cut at slower walking speed.

Poor cut - uneven

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Wheelheights uneven.

• Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

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• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

• Set all wheels at same height.

• Clean underside of mower
housing.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Excessive
vibration

Starter rope hard
to pull

i Loss of drive

(Self-Propelled

Mowing)

Grass catcher
not filling (If so

equipped)

•Wom, bent or loose blade.

bolt.

• Bent engine crankshaft.

• Engine flywheel brake is
on when control bar is

released.

• Bent engine crankshaft

• Blade adapter broken.

• Blade dragging in grass.

• Drive wheels not turning
with drive control

engaged.

• Belt not driving.

• Cutting height too low.

• Lift on blade worn off.

• Catcher not venting air.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Depress control bar to upper
handle before pulling starter

rope.

• Contact an authodzed service
center/department.

• Replace blade adapter.

• Move lawn mower to cut grass

or to hard surface to start

engine.

• Adjust or replace ddve control
cable, if broken.

• Put belt on pulleys or replace

beltsif broken.

• Raise cutting height.

• Replace blade.

• Clean grass catcher.

Hard to push

• Grass is too high or
wheel height is too low.

• Rear of lawn mower

housing/blade dragging
in grass.

• Grass catcher too full.

• Handle height position
not right for you.

• Raise cutting height.

• Raise rear of lawn mower
housing one (-) setting higher.

• Empty grass catcher.

• Adjust handle height to suit.

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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377582

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 17490416

2 137055X004
3 137053
4 57072

6 48373

7 77881
8 137051

9 137074

DESCRIPTION

Tapping Screw 1/4.20 x

1-1/4
Engagement Bracket

Shifter
Seal
Gear Case Halves Kit

(Includes Key Nos. 4, 5,

and 7)

Beadng

Worm Shaft

Drive Shaft

KEY
NO.

10
11

12

13
14
15
16
17

18

19

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

57079 Hardened Washer
131484 ClutchYoke

700343 Bushing
86447 Plug

137050 Helical Gear

750436X Clutch Jaw

750369 Grease
12000003 E-Ring
850848 Hi-Pro Key

81585)(004 Spring Bracket

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U,S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

37

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CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377582

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 165451X479

2 158152
4 150425
5 66426
6 136376
8 145793

9 151023
10 128415
11 150050
12 STD512505
13 150181
14 156374X479

15 700365X479

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15 133190X479
17 140661X479

18 63601
20 140540
22 85543
23 87677
25 83923
27 150341
28 142748
29 62335
30 145935X004
31 701037
32 700331X004

34 146630
35 700325X007
37 150078
38 751592

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Upper Handle 39 151512X479

EngineZone Control Cable 40 151511X479
Mulcher Plug 41 150406
Wire'lle 44 161769
Handle Knob 46 851514

Contml Bar 47 157101
Rear Door Kit 48 851074
Pop Rivet 49 850263
Self TappingScrew #10-16 x 1/2 50 851084
Hex Tapping Screw w/Sems 1/4-20 x 112 51 165548
Hubcap 52 85463

Back Plate 56 88652
Side Baffle 57 51793
DischargeBaffle 58 157081X479
Rear Baffle 59 131959

Keps Locknut 1/4-20 61 132001
Rear Skirt 62 134612

Engine Pulley 64 ......

Hi-Pro Key #505 - - 161058
Hex Flange Nut - - 166062

Wheel
ShoulderBolt 3/8-16 x 1 Available accessoriesnot includedwith lawn mower:,

Spdng Washer - - 71 33303 Clipping Deflector

Axle Arm Assembly - - 71 33623 Gas Can (2.5 gal.)

SaTectorKnob - * 71 33500 Fuel Stabilizer

Selector Spring -. 71 33027 SAE 30W Oil (27 oz,)
Spacer -. 71 33417 Dust Shield

Wheel Adjusting Bracket(Right) . - 71 33316 Mower Cover
Thread CuttingScrew w/Sems 5/16-18 x 3/4 . - 71 33723 High Wheel Ktt

Nut

KEY PART

Handle Bracket Assembly (Left)
Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)
Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8

LawnMower Housing(Incl. Key #14, 15, 51 & 52)
Blade Adapter

Blade 22"
Hardened Washer
HelicalWasher 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8
Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr. 8
KitBaffle

Danger Decal

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

Hairpin Cotter
Lower Handle

Handre Bolt
Rope Guide

Debris Shield

Engine-Craftsman - Model No. 143,996704
Warning Decal (Not Shown)
Owner's Manual (English/Spanish)

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KEY

NO.

1
3
4

5
6
8
9

11
12
13

14

15
16
18
25
26

PART

NO.

145755
751152
158755
146527
150495
150182
145212
150340
12000058
137054
88080
88118
67725
701037
152903

143603

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

ControlCable Assembly 31 132010
Locknut #10-24 32 137052

Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 35 151521
V-Belt 36 702511
Spring Retainer 37 137090
Hubcap 38 STD541425
Locknut 40 75192
Wheel & Tire Assembly 41 151520
E-Ring 53 144747
Pinion 54 166069
Dust Cover 55 86012
Felt Washer 57 144748

Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x.134
Selector Knob

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

28 154990

Drive Cover
Hex Flange Nut

Drive Pulley
Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)
Gear Case Assembly

Spring
Locknut 1/4-20

Spring
Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Right)

Frame Throat
Grassbag Assembly

Driveshaft Cover
Frame Tube

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996704

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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGII_ MODEL NUMBER 143.99670,

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 36177
2 27652
6 36059
9 590568

10 36002
11 36003A

12 32447

12C 36005A

14 28277
15 36006

16 36008
17 31335
18 651018
19 36103

20 36010
25 37149

26 650802
30 36185

40 40004

40005

41 36070

36071

42 40006

40007

43 20381
45 36023A
46 32610A

48 36030
50 36031A
52 29914

69 36032A
70 37271

75 36010
80 30574A
81 30590A

82 30591
83 36057

85 36034
86 650924
89 611154

90 611155
91 611156

92 650815
93 650816

1O0 34443B
101 610118

103 6-51007

110 36054

119 36061
120 36187
125 36471

36472

126 29314C

29315C

130 6021A
135 35398

150 31672
151 31673

151A 40016A

169 27234A

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

Dowel Pin 174 30200
Breather Element 177 650925A
Screw, 10-24 x3/4" 184 36183

BreatherValve Body 186 36009

Check Valve 187A 37148

BreatherTube 190 36013

* BreatherCover & Gasket 191A 36012

FlatWasher 192 36016

Governor Rod (Machined) 193 36015

GovernorLever 194 36014
GovernorLever Clamp 195 610973

Screw,Torx T-15, 8-32 x 19/64" 198 36017

Governor Spdng 199 36018
Oil Seal 239 36048

BlowerHousing Baffle
Ass'y.(IncLI95) 240 36190
Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8"
Crankshaft 243B 651041

Piston,Pin,Ring Set (Std.) 245 36046
Piston,Pin,Ring Set (.010 OS) 250 36191
Piston& Pin Ass'y.(Std.) (Incl. 251 650928

43) 251A 650933
Piston& Pin Ass'y.(.010 255 36193
OS)(Incl.43) 256 650983

Ring Set (Std.) 260 36188
Ring Set (.0t00S) 261 650737
PistonPin RetainingRing 263A 36192
Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46) 275 36107A
Connecting Rod Bolt 276 36043
Valve Lifter 277 650927
Camshaft (MCR) 285 34449A
Oil PompAss'y. 287 650926

• MountingRange Gasket 290 29774
MountingFlange 292 26460
(Incl.72 thru85) 300 36189

OilSeal 301 36246
Governor Shaft 305 36063
Washer 307 35499

Governor Gear Ass'y. (IncL81) 308 36040
Governor Spool 310 36064
Idler Gear 346A 28763
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-9/16" 347 650898A

Flywheel Key 350 36045A
Flywheel 370A 36261
Flywheel Fan 370C 37199
BellevilleWasher 380 640020A
Flywheel Nut 390 590739

SolidState Ignition 400 36062D
Spark Plug Cover
Screw, Torx T-15, 416 36085

10-24 x 15/16"
GroundWire 417 650821

• CylinderHead Gasket 900
CylinderHead

ExhaustValve (Std.) (Incl. 151) 900
ExhaustValve (1/32" OS)

Intake Valve (Std.) (IncL 151) ---
IntakeValve (1/32" OS)
Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2•
ResistorSpark Plug (FU19LM)

Valve Spring

LowerValve Spring Cap
IntakeValve Seal

* Valve Spring BOx Gasket

KEY
NO.

NOTE: This engine couldhave been builtwi_ 59070
NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S.

PART
NO.

starter

inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Valve Spring BoxCover
Screw, 10-24 x9/16"
Carburetor Mounting Stud

Carburetor Gasket
Governor Link

Air Baffle
Brake LeverAss'y.

Brake ControlLever
Brake ControlLeverLink
Brake Spdng

Retaining Ring
Terminal Ass'y.

Brake Control Lever Spdng
Brake Lever Bushing

• Carburetor To Air Cleaner
Gasket

Air Cleaner Body

(Incl.239 & 350)

Air Cleaner Stud
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Cover
Lock Nut1/4-20

Wing Nut, 1/4-20
ControlPlate

Screw, 8-32 x 17/32"
BlowerHousing

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

Muffler
LockingPlate

Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-11/32"
Starter Cup
Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"
Fuel Line

Fuel LineClamp
Fuel Tank (Incl. 301)
Fuel Cap

Oil FltlTube
"0"Ring

FillTube Clip
Dipstick
Screw, 10-32 x35/64"
Screw, 10-32 x 27/64"
Primer
LubricationDecal
Primer Decal

Carburetor (Incl. 184 & 239)
Rewind Starter

Gasket Set
(Incl. ItemsMarked •)
Spark Arrestor Kit(Incl.

417)(Optional)
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" (Optionall
Replacement Engine 750819E

orderfrom71-999
Replacement Short Block

750797B,
RPM High2900 to3200

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

---- 640020A

1 632539
5 632593
6 632541
7 650506

14A 632773

25 632675A
27 632544

28 632543
29 632548

30 632709
32 632672

33 632673

36 640022
37 632547

37A 632547

38 632545

38A 632545

39 632549
40 640021
47 632554

DESCRIPTION

Carburetor (Incl. 187B& 239 of EngineParts List)
ThroffieShaft & Lever Assembly

DustSeal
ThrottleShutter
ThrottleShutterScrew

Ventad

FloatBowl

FloatShaft

Float

FloatBowlto Body Gasket

InletNeedle & Seat

BowlDrain Screw

BowlDrain Washer

Main Nozzle Tube

"O" Ring
"O" Ring, Main NozzJeTube

Spdng,Main Nozzle Tube

Spdng

Float BowlRetainer

Main Fuel Jet

WelchPlug, IdleMixingWell

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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996704

KEY

PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5
6
7

8

590702
590599A
590600
59O696

590601
590697
590698

590699
590700

RecoilStarter

Spdng Pin (Incl.4)
Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring
StarterDog

DogSpring

Pulley& Rewind Spring

Ass'y.

11

12

590703

590535

StarterHousingAss'y. (40

degree grommet)

StarterRope ( 98" X 9164"

dia.)

13

590701

--S

StarterHandle

Vii4

KEY
NO.

11

3
6

7

8

PART
NO.

590739
590740

590616
590617
590618A

59O638

DESCRIPTION

RewindStarter
Retainer

StarterDOg
DogSpring
Pulley& Rewind
SpringAss'y

Starter Housing Ass'y

(40degree grommet)

12

590535

13

13

14

590701
590760

Starter Rope (Length
98" x9/64" dia.)

Starter Handle
Spring Clip

45

46

47

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domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

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Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a

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Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears
Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service or ordering
parts, always provide the following

information:

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• Model Number .'Part Description

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