Craftsman 917387380 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

®

6.0 HORSEPOWER
20" REAR DISCHARGE

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.

917.387380

o Safety
o Assembly
o Operation

" Maintenance

EspaSo_
Repair Parts

CAUTaON:

Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

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

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11
Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 13

Assembly 4 Storage 14
Operation 6 Troubleshooting 15

Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 32
Maintenance 10 Parts Ordering Back Cover

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 workmanship.

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase°

This Warranty does not cover:
o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower

blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.

o Repairs necessary because 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 by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest

Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while

this product is in use in the United States.
This Warranty gives you specific legat rights, and you may also have other fights which

vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

TRAINING:

o 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 ifit 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.

o The blade turns 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.

• Dress properly° Do not operate mower

when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear only solid shoes with good traction

when mowing.

o Check fuel tank before starting engine°

Do not fitl gas tank indoors, when the
engine is running or when the engine is

2

hot.Allowtheengineto coolforseveral
minutesbeforefillingthe gastank.Clean
offanyspilledgasolinebeforestartingthe

engine.

o Alwaysmakewheelheightadjustments

beforestartingyourmower.Never
attempttodothiswhiletheengineis

running.

• Mowonlyindaylightorgoodartificial
light°

OPERATION:

• Keepyoureyesandmindonyourmower
andtheareabeingcut.Donotletother

interestsdistractyour

° Donotmowwetorslipperygrass°Never

runwhileoperatingyourmower,Always
besureofyourfooting-- keepa firm

holdonthehandlesandwalko

o Donotputhandsor feetnearorunder

rotatingparts.Keepclearofthe discharge
openingatall times.

• Alwaysstoptheenginewheneveryou
leaveorarenotusing yourmower,or

beforecrossingdriveways,walks,roads,
andanygravel--coveredareas.

o 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 resulL

- 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
fumes are dangerous.

• 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° De not mow exces-

sively steep slopes. Use caution when
operating the mower on uneven terrain

or when changing directions -- maintain
good footing.

o 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.

o 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 bags that are
recommended by and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of your
mower°

• Always keep a sharp blade on your
mower.

- Allow engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.

o 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_

CAUTION: 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°

Theseaccessorieswereavailablewhenthis
lawnmowerwasproduced,Theyare also

availableatmostSearsretailoutletsand
servicecenters.MostSearsstorescanalso

LAWNMOWERPERFORMANCE

order repair parts for you, when you provide
the model number of your lawn mower.

Some of these accessories may not apply

to your lawn mower_

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR,D!SCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

REAR D1SCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

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LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

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MUFFLERS

BELTS

BLADES

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BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the

following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death,
Safety standards require operator 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
operator presence controls under any

circumstances.

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 parts bag_ To ensure
safe and proper operation of your lawn

mower, all parts and hardware you as-

MULCHER KITS

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SiDE DISCHARGE

GRASS CATCHERS

LAWN MOWERS

AIRFIg,g,R,S ........

FOR

STABILIZER

GASCANS

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE OIL

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

tightness.
TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM

CARTON
o Remove loose parts included with

mower_

• Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end panel down flato

o Remove all packing materials except

padding between upper and lower
handle and padding holding operator

presence control barto upper handle,,

o Roll lawn mower out of carton and

check carton thoroughly for additional
loose parts,,

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
control bar

Upper handle

Lift up

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

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

o Open rear door and remove mulcher

plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place.

• You can now install catcher or optional
clipping deflector,

o To return to mulching operation, install

mulcher plug into discharge opening of

mower.

Mulcher plug _'_U__

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.

Lower
handle

Mowing

position

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN

MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the
Iocat__stments. Savethismanual for future reference.

These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the

product. Learn and understand their meaning,

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE

OR WARNING ON OFF

Operator presence control bar

Handle

Grass catcher

FUEL

Engine zone control cable

OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

Engine oil cap

with dipstick

Mulcher plug

Gasoline filler cap

Primer Lawn mower housing

Wheel adjuster

(on each wheel)

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards ofthe Amedcan

National Standards Instituteand the U.S,,Consumer Product Safety Commission° The blade

turns when the engineis 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

Starter Handle - used for starting the engine_
Niulcher Plug - located atthe discharge

opening must be removed when converting to
bagging or discharging operation_

carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting
a cold engine.

Theoperationofanylawnmowercan resultin
foreignobjectsthrownintotheeyes,whichcan

resultinsevereeyedamage,Alwayswear
safetyglassesoreyeshieldswhileoperating

yourlawnmowerorperforminganyadjust-
mentsorrepairs.Werecommendawide

visionsafetymaskoverthespectaclesor
standardsafetyglasses.

HOWTO USEYOUR LAWNMOWER
ENGINESPEEDCONTROl

Theenginespeed wassetatthe factory
foroptimumperformance.Speedisnot

adjustable.

ENGINEZONE CONTROL
CAUTION; Federalregulationsrequire

anenginecontrolto beinstalledonthis
lawnmowerin orderto minimizethe risk

ofbladecontactinjury,,Do notunderany

circumstancesattemptto defeatthe
functionoftheoperatorcontrol.Theblade
turnswhen theengineis 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 start and

operate the lawn mower°

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
o Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut.

- Adjust cutting height to suit your require-
ments. Medium position is best for most

lawns.

° To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster

lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or down
to suit your requirements. Be sure all wheels

are in the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when
plate tab inserts into hole in lever.Also, g-

position adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever

to be positioned between the plate tabs.

TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER
o Close the fliplid. Flip lid must be closed

while operating lawn mower.

o Lift the reardoor on the mower housing and

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

. The grass catcher is secured to the lawn

mower housing when the rear door is
lowered onto the grass catcher frame,

CAUTION: Do not nJnyour lawn mower
without clipping deflector or approved grass

catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the

lawn mower withthe rear door removed or

propped open.

Hinge

bracket

Formed

tabs

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

° To remove grass catcher, release operator

presence control bar to stop engine.

o Lift up rear door and remove the grass

catcher by the handle.

NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying;
itwill cause unnecessary wear.

Grass catcher
frame

Lower Wheels for High Cut

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

Plate Tab

Lever

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
OIL
Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the

engine.

• Be sure mower is level and area around oil

fill is clean.

° Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to

the full line on the dipstick.

° Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oit

to use, see "ENGINE" in Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual

o Pouroil slowly. Do not overfill.
° Check oil level before each use° Add oil if

needed_ Fill to full line on dipstick.

• To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap

each time°

= Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

• 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.

GAS

o Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline_

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 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

Gasoline
filler cap

cap

TO START ENGINE
o 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 run for

a few minutes.

o Hold operator presence control bar down to

the handle and pull starter handle quickly_

Do not allow starter rope to snap back.

° To stop engine, release operator presence

control bar.

NOTE: tn 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.
MOWING TIPS

o 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°

° For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the

width of cut and raise the rear of the lawn
mower housing one (1) wheel adjuster

setting higher than the front for better
discharge of grass.

° 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.

o If a trail of grass clippings is left on the right

side of a rear discharge lawn mower, mow
in a clockwise direction with a small overlap

to collect the clippings on the next pass_

o Keep top of engine around starter clear and

clean of grass clippings and chaff. This will
help engine air flow and extend engine lifeo

o Pores in cloth grass catchers can become

filled with dirt and dust with use and
catchers wil! collect, less grass° To prevent

this, regularly hose catchers off with water
and let dry before using.

Primer

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 CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES section of this
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 wilf

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for
the lawn. Always mulch with your highest
engine (blade) speed as thiswill provide the

best recutting action ofthe blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it iswet. Wet
grass tends to form clumps and interferes

with the mulching action. The best time to

mow your lawn is the early aftemoonoAt this
time the grass has dried and the newly cut

area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

o 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 isovergrown itwill be necessary

to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing

effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of mulched

grass. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut, mow slowly and

raise the rearof the lawn mower one wheel
adjuster setting higher than the front.

o 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 first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to
week. Mow north to south one week then

change to east to west the nextweek° This
will help prevent matting and graining of the

lawn.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

Check for Loo'se Fasteners ._

i Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

i (tf Equipped) ..... _

M Clean Lawn Mower .... . , V _'

O Clean Under Drive Cover{Powe,r:P,topelled Mowers! ..........

Check drive belt/pulleys

E (Power-Propelled Mowers) t

,,C,heck/Sha,rpentReplace Blade
i Lubrication Chart

clean Battery/Recharge
{Elec!r c Start Mowers) I

E iCheck Engine Oit Leve! 6f

v'

v'

_ ...! ..,

v"

J_
v" _,'

SERVICE DATES

N Change Engine Oil

v'

!G CieanAirFiffer

: inspect Muffler

v"

i N CIean or Replace Spark Plug

E Replace Air Filter" Paper Cartridge

1 - Change mote often when operating under a heavy _oad or _ _gh ambient temperatures

2 - Se_ce mor_ often when opetaling in d}rb/or dusty conditions

3 - Replace blades mete oftarlwhen me.nO Insandy soif

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4-Cho,_o,_,o.,_.,.ridor,°2,°. LUB R ICATION CHART

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Wheel

The warranty onthis lawn mower does not adjusters
cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence.To receive full t..._____
value from the warranty,operator must _<>_:,

maintain mower as instnJctedin this manual ._.
Some adjustments wilt need to be made /

periodically to properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments

section ofthis manual should be checked at ', /

leastonce each season.
o Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace

airfilterelement and check bladefor wear. A l
new spark plug and clean/new air filter | Engine oil

.........

element assures proper air-fuel mixture and (_) Rear (_) Handle bracket

helps your engine run better and last longer, door

. Follow the maintenance schedule in this hinge mounting pin

manual. (_) SPRAYLUBRICANT

BEFORE EACH USE

o Check engine oil level. (_) SAE30 MOTOROIL..REFERTO

ENGINE- CUSTOMER

o Check for loose fasteners. RESPONSIBILITIESSECTION.
LUBRICATION IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will
CHART"). attract dust and dirt that will shorten the

life of the self lubricating bearings. If you

feel they must be lubricated, use only a

dry, powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NUMBER 917.387380
SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE
HORSEPOWER: 6.0
DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. INo
GASOLINE 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: 20 OZS.
SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION J19LM

VALVECLEARANCE: INTAKE: ,005 - .007

EXHAUST: .007 - ,009

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP: .010 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 housingRecord both serial number and date of purchase in space

provided above.

LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety ruleswhen performing
any maintenance.

TIRES

- Keep tires free of gasoline, oi!,or insect
control chemicals which can harm rubber.

o 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

o Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug

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

o Turn lawn mower on itsside. Make sure air

filterand carburetor are upo

o Use awood block between blade and

mower housing to prevent blade from
turning when removing blade bolt.

o Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap

blade with heavy cloth.
Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise. Use a 9/16" box or open-end
wrench.

• Remove blade and attaching hardware
(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

o Position theblade adapter on the engine

crankshafL Be sure key in adapter and
keyway incrankshaft are aligned.

o Position blade on the blade adapter

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

o Be sure the trailing edge is up toward the

engine.

o Install the blade bolt with the lockwasher

and hardened washer into blade adapter
and crankshaft.

o Use block of wood between blade and

lawn mower housing and tighten the blade
bolt,turning clockwise.

o The recommended tightening torque is 35-

40 ft Ibs.

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

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NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is
balanced_

TO SHARPEN BLADE
Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced, An unbalanced blade will cause

eventual damage to lawn mower or engine,

o 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, drivea nail into a
beam or wail 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 ofthe blade moves
downward, sharpen the heavy end until the

blade is balanced.

GRASS CATCHER
o The grass catcher may be hosed with

water, but must be dry when used.

o Check your grass catcher often for damage

or deterioration.. Through normal use itwill
wear, if catcher needs replacing, replace

only with a manufacturer approved
replacement catcher, Give the lawn mower

model number when ordering.

Blade Crank shaft
adaptor

10W30 etco)improvestarting in cold weather,

these multi--viscosity oils will result in

increased oilconsumption 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 25hours of operation

or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not

used for 25 hours inone 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°
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,

o 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 "FULU' line

on the dipstick° DO NOT OVER FILL,

. Replace engine oit cap,
o Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

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BoJt Crank

Lockwasher Hardened Blade shaft

washer Trailing adaptor

edge

ENGINE
LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with

API service classification SF,SH or SG Select
the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your

expected operating temperature_

SAE VISCOS FlY GRADES

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT _3_LCHANGE

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

/ ,,_ l_ ! . /

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Container

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may be

damaged by using adirty air filter.
Replace the airfilter every year, more often if

you mow in very dusty, dirty conditions.
TO CLEAN AtR FILTER
o Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.

o Carefully remove cartridge.
o 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 drycartridge.

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