
Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMAN'I
6.0 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ELECTRIC START
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.379450
• 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
VIsttourCraftsmanwebsite:www.sears,com/craltsman

Warranty ............................................... 2
Safety Rules ......................................... 2
Assembly .............................................. 5
Operation .............................................. 7
Maintenance Schedule ...................... 11
Maintenance ....................................... 11
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in
the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman-
ship.
If thisCraftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent
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.
Product Specifications ........................ 13
Service and Adjustments .................... 15
Storage ............................................... 17
Troubleshooting ................................. 18
Repair Parts ........................................ 38
Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other dghts which
vary fromstate to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates,Illinois 60179
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.
hGENERAL OPERATION •
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the machine before .
starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times. *
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, •
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the
blade. 2
Besure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
Do not operate the mower when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Always wear substantial foot wear.
Do not pull mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Always look
down and behind before and while
moving backwards.
Do not operate the mower without
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety protective devices in
place.
See manufacturer's instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessodes
approved by the manufacturer.

• Stoptheblade(s)whencrossinggravel
drives,walks,orroads.
• .Stoptheengine(motor)wheneveryou
leavetheequipment,beforecleaning
themoweroruncloggingthechute.
• Shuttheengine(motor)offandwait
untilthebladecomestocompletestop
beforeremovinggrasscatcher.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle and walk; never
run.
• Disengage the self-propelled mecha-
nism or drive clutch on mowers so
equipped before starting the engine
(motor).
• If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor)
and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when
operating mower.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip
and fall accidents which can result in
severe injury. All slopes require extra
caution, if you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it.
DO:
• Mow across the face of slopes: never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.
• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
footing could cause slipping.
II1. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep chiidran out of the trimming area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and while walking backwards,
look behind and down for small
children.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline
and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.
-Use only an approved container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
- Never refuel the machine indoors.
- Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent acciden-
tal starting.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine (motor) is
running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. 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.
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aq,Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
ACAUTION: In order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
AWARNINO: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
AWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
ACAUTION: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on
contact, stay away from these areas.
These accessories were availablewhen this lawnmower was produced, They are not
shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retailoutletsand service
centers. Most Sears storescan alsoorder repairparts for you, when you providethe model
numberof your lawn mower. Some ofthese accessodasmay not applyto your lawnmower.
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
CLIPPING DEFLECTOR
FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS
FOR
nEAR DISCHARGE
GRASS CATCHERS
LAWN MOWERS
LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE
MUFFLERS
BELTS BLADES
MULCHER KITS
FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
GRASS CATCHERS
LAWN MOWERS
AIR FILTERS
BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS
4
STABILIZER
<f
GAS CANS
SPARK PLUGS
ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual
in its entirety before you attempt to
assemble or operate your new lawn
mower.
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is
shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in
the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been as-
sembled at the factory with the exception
of those parts left unassembled for
shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts,
washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com-
plete the assembly have been placed in
the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper
operation of your lawn mower, an 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
1. Remove loose parts included with
mower.
2. Cut down two end comers of carton
and lay and panel down flat.
3. Remove all packing materials except
padding between upper and lower
handle and padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle.
4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and
check carton thorougly for additional
loose parts.
HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN
MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or damage control cables.
1. Raise handles until lower handle
section locks into place in mowing
position.
2. Remove protective padding, raise
upper handle section into place on
lower handle and tighten both handle
knobs.
3. 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 Adjustments
section of this manual.
Operator presence
control bat
Upper
Liftup
Mowing
_rhandle
TO PREPARE BATTERY
NOTE; Your battery must be charged
before you can start your lawn mower.
1. Disconnect engine battery connector
(male) from battery connector (female)
2. Connect battery charger connector
(male) to batten/connector (female).
3. Plug battery charger into 110 volt A.C.
outlet.
4. Leave battery charger connected for
24 hours before starting your engine
for the first time.
5. After charging, connect engine
connector (male) to battery connector
(female).
Your engine has an integral alternator for
partial charging. Connect your battery
charger to charge battery as required.
IMPORTANT: The engine alternator will
not charge a discharged battery.
At the end of the mowing season the
battery should be charged for 48 hours to
protect the battery during winter storage.
ACAUTION: Always disconnect the
engine connector (male) from the battery
connector (female) to prevent accidental
starting when transporting or storing your
lawn mower after the season.
Engine
connector
(Male)
Battery
charger
Bakery charger
connector
(Male)
Battery connector
(Female)

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
optionat clipping deflector.
• To return to mulching operation, install
mulcher plug into discharge opening
of mower.
_I,CAUTION: Do not run 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.
Mulcher plug

K_IOWYOUR 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
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 FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS
OR WARNING ON OFF ANO FEET AWAY
Operator
controlbar
start switch
Throttle control control
Auxiliary
Grass catcher,,
lever
Handle knob
oil cap w/dipstick
Mulcher plug
Gasolinefiller
cover
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped
without oil or gasoline in the engine. (on every wheel)
MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the
American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commis-
sion. The blade turns when the engine is running.
Operator presence control bar - must
be held down to the handle to start the
engine, Release to stop the engine.
Primer - pumps additional fuel from the
carburetor to the cylinder for use when
starting a cold engine.
Auxiliary starter handle- used for starting
the engine,
Key start switch- used for starting the
engine,
Drive control lever - used to engage
power-propelled forward motion of lawn
mower.
Mulcher plug - must be removed to
convert to bagging or discharging
operation.
Throttle control - Used for starting the
engine and allows you to select either
fast or slow engine speed,
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The operation of any lawn
mower can result in
foreign objec{s i;. .,:,
the eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage.
Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields while operating your lawn mower
or performing any adjustments or repairs.
We recommend a wide vision safety
mask over spectacles or standard safety
glasses.
HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed is controlled by a
throttle located on the side of the upper
handle. Fast position is for starting,
normal cutting, trimming and better grass
bagging. Slow position is for light cutting,
trimming and fuel economy.
,tl
s!Ow
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
ACAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this
lawn mower in order to minimize the risk
of blade contact injury. Do not under any
circumstances attempt to defeat the
function of the operator control. The blade
tums when the engine is running.
• Your lawn mower is equipped with an
operator presence control bar which
requires the operator to be positioned
behind the lawn mower handle to stad
and operate the lawn mower.
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
Raise wheels for low cut and lower
wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height
to suit your requirements. Medium
position is best for most lawns.
• To change cutting height, squeeze
adjuster lever toward wheel. Move
wheel up or down to suit your require-
ments. Be sure all wheels are in the
same setting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned
when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.
Also, 9*position adjusters (if so equipped)
allow laver to be positioned between the
plate tabs.
PlateTab
LowerWheelsfor High Cutr._,_
Raise Wheels for Low Cut
TO ATFACH GRASS CATCHER
1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower
and place the grass catcher frame
side hooks onto the door pivot pins.
2. The grass catcher is secured to the
lawn mower housing when the rear
door is lowered onto the grass catcher
frame.
_I,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.
Pivotpins Rear door
Grass
catcher
handle
Catcher %
frame hook
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
1. Lift up on grass catcher using the
frame handle.
2. Remove grass catcher with clippings
from under lawn mower handle.
3. Empty clippings from bag using both
frame handle and bag handle.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when
emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.
_rass
frame
ndle
Bag
handle
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DRIVE CONTROL
• Self-propelling is controlled by holding
-the operator presence control bar down
to the handle and pushing the drive
control lever forward until it clicks; then
releasing the lever.
• Forward motion will stop when the
operator presence control bar is
released. To stop forward motion
without stopping engine, release the
operator presence control bar slightly
until the drive control disengages. Hold
operator presence control bar down
against handle to continue mowing
without self-propelling.
• To keep drive control engaged when
turning comers, push down on handle
and lift front wheels off ground while
turning lawn mower.
Operatorpresence controlbar
\x
Toengage Drive control
drive control disengaged
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in
the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil.
For type and grade of oi! to use, see
"ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this
manual.
1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area
around oil fill is clean.
2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the
full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly.
Do not over fill.
NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine
for accurate dipstick reading. To read
proper level, tighten engine oil cap, then
remove itto read the dipstick.
3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
• Check oil level before each use. Add
oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.
• Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or each season. You may
need to change the oil more often
under dusty, dirty conditions.
ADD GASOLINE
NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove
and discard the debris plug that is inside
the tank.
• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. Do not mix oil with gaso-
line. Purchase fuel in quantities that
can be used within 30 days to assure
fuel freshness.
_WARNING: Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
ACAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.
Gasoline • •
filler cap_ EngIneodcap
(Discard
debris plug
inside) __'_
TO START ENGINE
NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the
engine, a small amount of smoke may be
present during the initial use of the
product and should be considered
normal.
1. To start a cold engine, push primer
three (3) times before trying to start.
Use a firm push. This step is not
usually necessary when starting an
engine which has already run for a
few minutes.
2. Move handle mounted throttle control
lever to fast position.
3. Hold operator presence control bar
down to the handle.
4. Turn electric start key clockwise to
crank engine.
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IMPORTANT:Donot crank engine more
than five continous seconds between
each time you try to start. Wait 5 to 10
seconds between each attempt.
1. To start engine using the auxiliary
starter handle, follow the steps above.
Exchange the use of the start key for
starter handle. Pull starter handle
quickly. Do not allow starter rope to
snap back.
TO STOP ENGINE
• To stop engine, release operator
presence control bar.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be
necessary to repeat priming steps. In
warmer weather over priming may cause
flooding and engine will not start. If you
do flood engine wait a few minutes before
attempting to start and do not repeat
priming steps.
MOWINGTIPS
• Under certain conditions, such as very
tail 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
(pushing speed) and/or run the lawn
mower over the area a second time.
• If a trail of clippings is left on the dght
side of a rear discharge mower, mow in
a clockwise direction with a small
ovedap 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. See "Cleaning" in
MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
• The special mulchingblade will reoutthe
grass clippingsmany times and reduce
them insize so thatas they fall ontothe
lawnthey will disperseinto the grassand
notbe noticed.Also, the mulched grass will
biedegradequicklyto provk:lanutrientsfor
the lawn.Always mulch withyour highest
engine (blade) speed as this will provide
the best recuttJngactionof the blades.
• Avoidcuttingyour lawnwhen itis wet. Wet
grass tendsto formclumpsand interferes
withthe mulchingaction.The best time to
mow your lawn isthe earlyaftemcon. 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
cuttingheightso thatthe lawn mower cuts
off onlythe top one-thi,'d of the grass
blades. Ifthe lawn isovergrown it will be
necessary to raisethe height ofcut to
reduce pushingeffortand to keep from
overloading the engine and leaving
clumps of mulchedgrass. For extremely
heavy mulching,reduce your width of cut
by overlappingpreviouslycut path and
mow slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass condi-
tions 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 pattem from week to
week. Mow nor_ to south one week then
change to east towest the next week. This
will help prevent matting and grainingof
the lawn.
Max. 1/3
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE _ERVICE DATES
REGULAR SERVICE
Check for Loose Fasteners !1/ V/
Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher
Clean Lawn Mower
Clean Under ndve Cover
(Power-Propelled Mowers) _/
Check drive belt/ ulleys
lPower. Propall_lP Mowers) t/
Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade I/3
Lubricalton Chart _ it/
Clean Battery/Rechar_rge
fElectdc Start Mowers !
Check Engine Oi_ Level
Change Engine Oil I/1,2
Clean Air Filter I_ 2
Inspect Muffler I_
Clean or Redlace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge t/2
1 - Cha_je mote oilen when operating under a heavy k)ador in high ambient temperatures,
2 - Ser_ce more often when operatlr_gindin7 or dustyconditions,
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy SOil,
4-C..r_,_ _o._=.,_ of_o.. LUBRICATION CHART
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this lawn mower does
(_Wheel Adjuster
not cover items that have been subjected
to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty,
operator must maintain mower as
/; _ _.._) Engineoil
instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your
' i i
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 last
longer.
• Follow the maintenance schedule in
this manual.
BEFORE EACH USE
t. Check engine oil level.
2. Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated(See "LUBRI-
CATIONCHART").
mounting pin
Refer to maintenance "Engine" section,
(_ Spray lubricant
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease
plastic wheel bearings, viscous lubri-
cants 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
11 graphite type lubricant sparingly.
bracket
Rear door hinge

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS
UNLEADED REGULAR
OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)
31L CAPACITY: 20 OZS.
SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RC12YC
BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the
lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space
provided above.
LAWN MOWER
Always observe safety rules when
performing any maintenance.
TIRES
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm
rubber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.
BLADE CARE
For best results, mower blade must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
TO REMOVE BLADE
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with spark plug.
2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make
sure air filter and carburetor are up.
3. Use a wood block between blade and
mower housing to prevent blade from
turning when removing blade bolt.
NOTE; Protect your hands with gloves
and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.
4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-
clockwise.
5. Remove blade and attaching hard-
ware (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 condi-
tion to work properly. Replace adapter if
damaged.
TO REPLACE BLADE
1. Position the blade adapter on the
engine crankshaft. Be sure key in
adapter and crankshaft keyway are
aligned.
2. Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.
3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade
(opposite sharp edge) is up toward
the engine.
4. Install the blade bolt with the lock
washer and hardened washer into
blade adapter and crankshaft.
5. Use block of wood between blade and
lawn mower housing and tighten the
blade bolt, turning clockwise.
• The recommended tightening torque is
35-40 ft. Ibs.
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
treated.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-
ing blade - but if you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced. An unbalanced blade will
cause eventual damage to lawn mower
or engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while on the mower.
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• 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 adapter
Crankshaft
Lockwasher [IT"h_
Crank
shaft
//J
/
bolt
washer edge
Bladeadapter
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 reptacing, replace only with a
manufacturer approved replacement
catcher. Give the lawn mower model
number when ordering.
DRIVE WHEELS
Check front drive wheels each time
before you mow to be sure they move
freely.
The wheels not turning freely means
trash, grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive
wheel area and must be cleaned to free
drive wheels.
If necessary to clean the drive wheels,
check both front wheels.
1. Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and
washers.
2. Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.
3. Remove any trash or grass cuttings
from inside the dust cover, pinion and/
or drive wheel gear teeth.
4. Put wheels back in place.
NOTE; If after cleaning, the drive wheels
do not turn freely, contact your nearest
authorized service center.
GEAR CASE
• To keep your drive system working
properly, the gear case and area
around the drive should be kept clean
and free of trash build-up. Clean under
the drive cover twice a season.
• The gear case is filled with lubricant to
the proper level at the factory. The only
time the lubricant needs attention is if
service has been performed on the
gear case.
• If lubricant is required, use only Texaco
Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No.
750369. Do not substitute.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF-SJ.
Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
temperature.
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity'oils
will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32°F. Check your
engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running
low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in
one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each five (5)
hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil
level.
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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to
drain oil, drain fuel tank by running
engTne until fuel tank is empty.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with spark plug.
2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a
clean surface.
3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown
and drain oil into a suitable container.
Rock lawn mower back and forth to
remove any oil trapped inside of
engine.
4. Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower
and on side of engine.
5. Fill engine with oil. (See "Add Oil" in
the Operacion section of this manual.)
6. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark
plug.
Container
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may
be damaged by using a dirty air filter.
Replace the air filter every year or after
every 100 hours of operation, more often
ifyou mow in very dusty, dirty conditions.
Do not wash air filter.
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER
1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.
2. Carefully remove cartridge.
3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat
surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge.
_CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean
cartridge. They may cause deterioration of
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not
use pressurized air to clean or dry
cartridge.
4. Install cartridge, then replace cover
making sure the tabs are aligned with
the slots inthe back plate. Fasten
screw securely.
Cover Back
tabs
Slots
Ca_ridge
Cover
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or dam-
age.
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, which ever occurs
first. Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep mower housing free of buLIt-up
grass and trash. Clean the underside of
your mower after each use.
ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
• Clean the underside of your lawn
mower by scraping to remove build-up
of grass and trash.
• Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating. A clogged engine runs
hotter and shortens engine life.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil,etc.
• We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water
oat. Water in engine can result in
shortened engine life.
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Clean under drive cover at least twice a
season. Scrape underside of cover with
putty knife or similar tool to remove any
build-up of trash or grass on underside of
drive cover.
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_CAUTION: Before performing any
service or adjustments:
1. Release control bar and stop engine.
2. Make sure the blade and all moving
parts have completely stopped.
3. 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 manuat.
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the
rear wheels of your mower, is provided to
minimize the possibility that objects will
be thrown out of the rear of the mower
into the operator mowing position. If the
deflector becomes damaged, it should be
reptaced.
TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT
1. Remove drive cover. Remove belt
from gearcase pultey by pushing
down on pulley and rotting belt off it.
2. Turn lawn mower on its side with air
fitter and carburetor up.
3. Remove blade.
4. Remove debris shield.
5. Remove belt from engine pulley on
crankshaft.
6. Install new belt by reversing above
steps.
7. Always use factory approved belt to
assure fit and long life.
TO ADJUST HANDLE
The handle can be mounted in a high or
low position. The mounting holes in the
bottom of lower handle are off center for
raising or towering the handle.
1. Remove upper handle and all parts
attached to lower handle.
2. Remove hairpin cotters from lower
handle bracket mounting pin.
3. Squeeze lower handle in to remove it
from mounting pins.
4. Turn lower handle over to raise or
lower handle.
5. Squeeze lower handle in and position
holes onto mounting pins on handle
bracket.
6. Reassemble upper handle and all
parts removed from lower handle.
Lowerhandle
Rotate
Drive Befl
cover
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TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
with rigid part of bag on the bottom.
Hake sure the frame handle is outside
of the bag top.
2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold
them inwarm water for a few minutes. If
bag gets wet, let it dry before using.
_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.
Catcher ._,
frame
handle
\
_-_ Frame
opening
ENGINE
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 a
Sears or other qualified service center.
CARBURETOR
Your carburetor has a non-adjustable
fixed main jet for mixture control. If your
engine does not operate properly due to
suspected carburetor problems, take your
lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified
service center for repair and/or adjust-
ment.
IMPORTANT; Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest Sears or
other qualified service center, which has
proper equipment and experience to
make any necessary adjustments.
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o
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for
storage at the end of the season or if the
unit will not be used for 30 days or more.
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a
ctean, dry area.
1. Clean entire lawn mower (See
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance
section of this manual).
2. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.
3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws,
and pins are securely fastened.
Inspect moving parts for damage,
breakage and wear. Replace if
necessary.
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
HANDLE
You can fold your lawn mower handle for
storage.
1, Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower
handle toward each other until the
lower handle clears the handle
bracket, then move handle forward.
2. Loosen upper handle mounting bolts
enough to allow upper handle to be
folded back.
IMPORTANT: When folding the handle
for storage or transportation, be sure to
fold the handle as shown or you may
damage the control cables.
• When setting up your handle from the
storage position, the lower handle will
automatically lock into the mowing
position.
Squeeze telold
Hairpin cotter
Operator presence control bar
Upper Handle
Fold
forward for
storage
bracket
Fold
backward
g position
Lower
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
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 gasehol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation
of acids dudng storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage,
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and 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
engineat 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
1. Remove spark plug.
2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder.
3, Pull starter handle slowly a few times
to distribute oil.
4. Replace with new spark plug.
BA'n'ERY
Disconnect the battery from the engine
connector and charge battery 48 hours.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your unit indoors and
cover it to give protection from dust and
dirt,
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• Cover your unit with a suitable protec-
tive cover that does not retain mois-
ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe which allows condensation to
form and will cause your unit to rust.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE
Does not start 1. Dirty air filter.
2. Out of fuel.
3. Stale fuel.
4. Water in fuel.
5. Spark plug wire is
disconnected.
6. Bad spark plug.
7. Loose blade or broken
blade adapter.
8. Control bar in released
position.
9. Control bar defective.
10.Weak Battery
11.Disconnected battery
connector.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
engone and exhaust areas are still warm.
_I,CAUTION:Never store the lawn mower
with gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
CORRECTION
1. Clean/replace air filter.
2. Fill fuel tank.
3. Drain tank and refill with
fresh clean fuel.
4. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor and refill tank
with fresh gasoline.
5. Connect wire to plug.
6. Replace spark plug.
7. Tighten blade bolt or
replace blade adapter.
8. Depress control bar to
handle.
9. Replace control bar.
10. Charge battery.
11 .Connect battery to engine.
Loss of power
Poor cut-
uneven
Excessive 1. Replace blade. Tighten
1. Rear of lawn mower
housing or cutting blade
dragging in heavy grass.
2. Cutting too much grass.
3. Dirty air filter.
4. Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.
5. Too much oil in engine.
6. Walking speed too fast.
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
2. Wheel heights uneven.
3. Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
1. Set to "Higher Cut"
position.
2. Set to "Higher Cut"
position.
3. Clean/replace air filter.
4. Clean underside of mower
housing.
5. Check oil level.
6. Cut at slower walking
speed.
1. Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
2. Set all wheels at same
height
3. Clean underside of
mower housing.
vibration blade bolt.
2. Bent engine crankshaft.
2. Contacta Searsor other
qualifiedservicecenter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE
Starter rope hard 1. Engine flywheel brake is on
topuU when control bar is released.
2. Bent engine crankshaft.
3. Blade adapter broken.
4. Blade dragging in grass.
Loss of drive 1. Drive wheels not turning 1. Adjust or replace drive
with drive control engaged, control cable.
2. Belt not driving 2. Put belt on pulleys or
Grass catcher 1. Cutting height too _ow. 1. Raise cutting height.
notfilling (ifso 2. Lift on blade worn off. 2. Replace blade.
equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher.
CORRECTION
1. Depress control bar to
upper handle before
pulling starter rope.
2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
3. Replace blade adapter.
4. Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface.
replace belts if broken.
Hard to push 1. Raise cutting height.
1. Grass is too high or wheel
height is too low.
2. Rear of lawn mower
housing or blade dragging
in grass.
3. Grass catcher too full.
4. Handle height position not
right for you.
2. Raise rear of lawn mower
housing one (1) setting
higher.
13. Empty grass catcher.
4. Adjust handle height to
suit.
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BATTERY
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.379450
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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 157553 Battery Bracket
2 7509C9 Battery
3 17411312 Hex Washer Head Screw 13 x .750
4 86353 Connector Mounting Clip
5 111549X Battery Charger
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GEARCASEASSEMBLYPARTNUMBER702511
KEY
PART
NO.
NO. DESCRIPTION
1
17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20x1-1/4
2
137055X004 Engagement Bracket
137053 Shifter
3
4
57072 Se_d
6
48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes
7
77881 Beadng
137051 Worm Shaft
8
9
137074 Ddve Shaft
57079 HardenedWasher
10
11
131484 Clutch Yoke
Key NOS. 4, and 7)
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
12 700343 Bushing
13 86447 PkJg
14 137050 Helical Gear
15 750436X Clutch Jaw
16 750369 Grease
17 12000003 E-Ring
18 850848 HI-Pro Key
19 81585X004 Spring Bracket
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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35
27
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31
28
29
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KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 166860X479
2 171595
3 63601
6 136376
7 63601
9 170947
10 128415
11 150650
12 STD5125_5
13 701650
14 156374X479
15 700365X479
16 176655)(479
17 140661X479
20 14054O
21 150425
22 84596
23 87677
25 83923
27 151158
28 142748
29 62335
30 145935X004
31 701037
32 700_31XCO4
34 146630
35 70(_25X007
37 150078
39 173569)(479
40 173570)(479
41 150406
44 172833
DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
KEY PART
Uppar Handle 46 851514
Engine zone contro_cable 47 141114
Nylon LockNut 48 851074
Handle Knob 49 850263
L_J_nut 1/420 50 851064
Rear Door Kit 51 17filet
Pop Rivet 52 85463
Self Tapping Screw #10-24 55 751392
Hex Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2 56 88652
Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/8 57 5179_
Back Plate 58 151590X479
Side Baffle 59 131959
Discharge Battle 61 132001
Rear Baffle 62 134612
Rear Skirt 64 ......
Mulcher Plug
Engine Pulley 65 ......
Hi-Pro Key #508 66 700417
NUt 67 85723
Wheal &Tire Aseembly 68 111190X
Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 69 83816
Beileville Washer 70 17660406
Axle Arm AsSembly 71 170938
Selector Knob 72 170939
Salector Spdng 73 165912
Spacer - - 161058
Wheel Adjusting Bracket 74 66426
Thread Cuffing Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 75 77400
Handle Bracket Assembly (Left) - - 177313
Handle Bracket Assembly (Right)
Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8
Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #14,15, 17, 51 & 52)
Available accessories not included with lawn mower:
7133000 SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)
D_8 33313 Chute Deflector
Blade Adapter
Blade22"
Hardened Washer
Helical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8
Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8
Front Baffle
Danger Decal
LOcknut 3/8-16
Hinge Screw
Hairpin Cotter
Lower Handle
Handle Bolt
RopeGuide
Babds Shield
Engine - (See Breakdown)Bdggs & Stratton
Model 120607-0139-E1
See Battery Repair Parts Page
Throttle control
Washer
CableClamp
Screw
Screw Hex Serrafted 1/4 x 20
SpnngLH
SpringRH
Bolt
Warning Decal (Not Shown)
Wire tie
HubCap
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KEY PART
NO. NO.
2 145755
4 158755
5 146527
6 150495
8 774OO
9 145212
11 151156
12 1L_
13 137(To4
14 88060
15 88118
16 67725
17 146771
18 7010_37
27 1436O3
DESCRIPTION
DdveControl
Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/8
V-Belt
Sphng RetaJner
Hubcap
He)( Nut
Wheel & Tire Assembly
E-Ring
Pinion
Dust Cover
FeltWasher
Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134
Control Bar
Selector Knob
Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 3/4
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
2B 154990 Ddve Cover
31 132010 Hex Flange Nut
3_ 137052 Ddve Pulley
35 151521 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)
36 70P_511 Gear Case Assembly
37 137090 Spnng
3_ 63601 Nut
4O 75192 Sp_ng
41 151520 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Right)
52 169931 Catcher Frame
54 169932 Grassbag
55 86012 Ddveshalt Cover
56 751152. Nid

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TYPE NO. 0139-E1
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4,-CYCLE ENGINE
MODEL NO. 120607
TYPE NO. 0139-E1
KEY pART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION
1 692670 Cylinder Assembly
2 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto
3 299819 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side)
4 499619 Bump-Engine
5 695276 Head-Cylinder
7 695166 .÷ Gasket-Cylinder Head
8 495788 Breather Assembly
9 272481 ° Gasket-Breather
10 691126 Screw (Breather Assembly)
11 691260 Tube-Breather
12 692232 • Gasket-Crankcase
13 691137 Screw (Cylinder Head)
15 691680 Plug-Oil Drain
16 691457 Crankshaft
20 399781 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side)
22 691092 BcYew(CTankcase Cover!
23 692452 Flywheel
24 222698 Key-Flywheel
25 690021 Piston Assembly (Standard)
694167 Piston Assembly (.010. O.S.)
694168 Piston Assembly (,020 O.S.)
694169 Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.)
26 499631 Ring Set-Piston (Standard)
692785 P,ing Set-Piston (.010_, O.S.)
692786 Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S.)
692787 Ring Set-Piston (.030" O.S.)
27 691866 Lock-Piston Pin
28 499423 Pin-Piston
29 499424 Rod-Connecting
32 691664 Screw (Connecting Rod)
32A 695789 Screw (Connecting Red
33 499642 Valve-Exhaust
34 499641 Valve-lnt eke
35 691304 Spring-Valve Intake
36 691304 Spring,Valve (Exhaust)
40 692194 Retainer-Valve
43 691997 Slinger-Govereor/Oil
46 690977 Tappet-Valve
46 694039 Camshaft
48 692745 Short Block (Replacement
51 692668 • O:_+Gasket-lntake
55 691421 Housing-Rewind Starter
56 692259 Rope-Starter (Cut to
60 261434 Grip-Staffer Pope
Side)
Sump)
Engine 121607-0560-E1)
Required Length)
KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
65 690837 Screw (Rewind Starter)
95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve)
97 499682 Shaft-Throttle
104 691242 _ Pin-Float Hinge
117 498978 Jet-Main (Standard
498975 Jet-Main (High Altitude
121 692703 Kit-Carburetor Overhau
122 692799 ° (aS+Spacer-Carburetor
125 694202 Carburetor
127 694468 Q Plug-Welch
130 691203 Valve-Thro81e
139 398187 Float-Carburetor
134 398188 O Valve-Needle/Seat
137 693981 Q:t:Gasket-Float Bowl
146 690979 Key-TIreing
155 695882 Plate-Cylinder Head
163 692667.0:l:÷Gasket-Air Cleaner
187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required
188 691147 Screw Control Bracket)
189 694543 Ba -Rocker Arm
190 690940 Screw (Fuel Tank)
202 691303 Link-Mechanical Governor
209 691851 Spring-Governor
222 692672 Bracket-Control
227 691467 Control Lever-Gevernor
236 691300 Cap-Valve
265 690798 Clamp-Casing
276 271716 (3/;Sealing Washer
287 690940 Screw (DipstickTube)
300 693982 Muffler
304 499677 Housing--Blower
)
305 690960 Screw (Blower Housing)
366 691232 Shield-Cylinder
307 590345 Screw (Cylinder Shield)
309 695550 Motor-Starter
310 692397 Belt (Starter Motor)
332 690662 Nut (Flywheel)
333 802574 Armature-Magneto
334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto)
337 692051 Sparkplug
356 692390 Wire-Stop
356 694090 Engine Gasket Set
363 19069 Fly'wheelp_ller
365 691136 Screw (Carburetor)
383 19374 Wrench-Spark Plug
404 690272 Washer Governor Crank)
425 690670 Screw (Air Ceaner Cover)
RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100
Included in Bngir_ Gasket Set, Key. No.
358
O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.
No. 121
€ included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key,
No. 977
+ Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Key. No,
1095
NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 rere
Length)
High Speed: 3000-3200
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4-CYCLE ENGINE
MODEL NO. 120607
TYPE NO, 0139-E1
KEY" PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
443 691637 Screw (Air Cleaner Primer
443A 692523 Screw (A r C eaner Primer
445 491588 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge
455 691219 Cup-F_wheel
456 692299 Plate-Pawl Friction
459 281505 PawI-Ratchet
474 691991 Alternator
505 231082 Nut (Governor Control Lever)
510 494147 Drive-Starter
513 692358 Clutch-Drive
523 499621 Dipstick
524 692296 • Seal-Dipstick Tube
525 495265 Tube-Dipstick
529 691923 Grommet
544 690786 Armature-Starter
545 492919 Washer Set
562 94852 Bolt (Governor Control Lever)
564 693808 Screw (Control Cover)
584 692342 Cover-Breather Passage
585 691879 ° Gasket-Breather Passage
592 690800 Nut (Rewind Starter)
597 691696 Screw(Fawl Friction Plate)
601 95162 Clamp-Hose
604 692669 Cover-Control
608 497680 Starter-Rewind
613 691108 Screw Iiuffler I
613A 691140 Screw Muffler
615 690340 Retainer-Governor Shaft
616 691306 Crank-Governor
619 691108 Screw (Cylinder Head Plate)
633 691321 O_Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft
635 66538 Boot-Sparkplug
651 690345 Screw (Starter Gear Cover)
670 692294 Spacer-Fuel Tank
684 690345 Screw (Breather Passage
689 691855 Spring-Friction
697 691127 Screw (DriveCap)
718 690959 Pin-Locating
741 691830 Gear-Timin
742 93941 Retainer-E 1Ring
745 691648 Screw (Brake)
783 691918 Gear-Pinion
783A 691269 Gear-Pinion
784 692341 Cover-Starter Gear
785 692352 Gasket-Drive Cover
Base
Base)
Cover)
g
KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION
789 695552 Harness-Wiring
801 690782 Cap-Drive
802 695267 Cap-End
803 695266 Housing-Starter
830 694544 Stud (Rocker Arm)
842 691031 • SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube)
847 692047 Assembly-DipstickJTube
851 493880 TerminaI-Sparkplug
853 695268 Adapter-Wire
868 692044 °+ Seal-Valve
883 691893 ,+ Gasket-Exhaust
910 691094 Stud (Alternator)
914 691108 Screw (Rocker Cover)
922 691831 Spring-Brake
923 691994 Brake
925 690595 Cover-Linkage
930 692675 Guard-Rewiod
935 398758 Switch-Interlock
937 691325 SpUne-Starter
957 692046 Cap-Fuel Tank
966 692673 Base-Air Cleaner Primer
968 692298 Cover-Air Cleaner
972 693377 Tank*Fuel
975 493640 Bowl-Float
976 694395 Primer-Carburetor
977 692704 Set-Carburetor Gasket
993 694088 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head Plate
1005 691346 Fan-Flywheel
1019 693868 Kit-Label
1022 691890 .+ Gasket-Rocker Cover
1023 499624 Cover-Rocker Arm
1026 692045 Rod-Push
1029 691230 Arm-Rocker
1034 691343 Guide-Push Rod
1036 695109 Label-Emissions
1058 274264 Owner's Manual
1059 692311 ScrewhNasher Kit
1095 694091 Gasket Set-Valve
1119 692979 Screw (Alternator)
1160 691627 Screw (Interlock Switch)
1210 498144 Assembly-Pulley/Spring
1211 498144 Assemby-Pu ey/Sprng
RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100
Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.
358
O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.
No. 121
Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.
No. 977
+ Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Key. NO.
1095
NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in US.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
Pulley
(Spring)
High Speed: 3000-3200
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