Craftsman 944.361361 User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN

i P R 0 S I o HAL i

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

160cc Honda Engine

Power-Propelled

22" Multi-Cut

Model No.

944.361361

CAUTION'.

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

Safety Rules ......................................... 2-3

Warranty ............................................... 4-5

Product Specifications ........................... 5

Assembly/Pre-Operation ......................... 6

Operation ............................................ 7-11

Maintenance Schedule .......................... 12

Maintenance ..................................... 12-15

Service and Adjustments .................. 16-17

Storage ............................................. 17-18

Troubleshooting ................................ 18-19

Repair Parts ...................................... 20-29

Sears Service .......................... Back Cover

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.

ALook for this symbol to point out im-

portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
A WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot come in contact
with plug.
A CAUTION: 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.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-
tions on the machine and in the manua!(s)

before starting. Bethoroughly familiarwith
the controls and the proper use of the ma-

chine 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 oper-

ate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could
be picked up and thrown by blade.

• Be sure 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.

• Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material

against a wall or obstruction. Material
may richochet back toward the opera-

tor. Stop the blade when crossing gravel

surfaces.

• 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 accessories approved by the

manufacturer.

• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equipment, before cleaning the

mower or unclogging the chute.

• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until

the blade comes to complete stop before

removing grass catcher.

• 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. Al-

ways be sure of your footing: keep a firm

hold on the handle; walk, never run.

• Disengage the self-propelled mechanism
or drive clutch on mowers so equipped

before starting the engine.

• 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 & fall
accidents which can result in severe injury.

All slopes require extra caution. If you feel

2 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.

Iii. 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. Neverassume that children

will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children 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 whilewalking backwards, look
behind and down for small children.

• Never allow children to operate ma-
chine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

Use extreme care in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the

vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.

• Use only an approved container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running. Allow engine to cool
before refueling.

• Never refuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel container
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot

light such as a water heater or on other
appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.

Always place containers on the ground

away from your vehicle before filling.

• Remove gas-powered equipmentfrom the
truck or trailer and refuel iton the ground. If
this is not possible, then refuel such equip-

mentwith a portable container, rather than
from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fue! tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do not

use a nozzle lock-open device.

• Iffue! isspilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.

• Never overfill fue! tank. Replace gas cap
and tighten securely.

V. GENERAL SERVICE

• Never run 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 accidental
starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade at-
tachment 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 orfue! spill-
age. 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 ad-

justments while the engine is running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to

wear, damage, and deterioration, which

could expose moving parts or allowobjects
to be thrown. Frequently check compo-
nents and replace with manufacturer's
recommended parts, when necessary.

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

• Do not change the engine governorsetting
or overspeed the engine.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.

&WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Service Cen-

tre (See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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GENERAL: Craftsman products are warranted to be free from defects in materials
or workmanship for a specific time period as set-out below (the "Warranty Period").

Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases
made through an online auction or through any website other than www.sears.ca are
excluded. The relevant Warranty Period commences on the original date of purchase.
Within this period, Sears Canada, Inc. will, at its sole option, repair or replace any products
or components which fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no
charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible
for any transportation cost.

EXCLUSIONS: This warranty does not cover failures due to normal wear, abuse, misuse,

neglect (including but not limited to the use of stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust,
corrosion, or any adverse reaction due to improper storage or use habits), improper

maintenance or failure to follow maintenance guidelines and/or instructions, failure to
operate the product in accordance with the owner's manual or any additional instructions
or information provided at the time of purchase or in subsequent communications with
the original purchaser, accident or unauthorized alterations or repairs made or attempted
by others. Also excluded from warranty coverage - except as provided below - are the
following: maintenance, adjustments, components subject to wear including but not
limited to: cosmetic components, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, tires, filters, guide

bars, lubricants, seats, grips, recoil assy's, saw chains and bars, trimmer lines and spools,
spark plugs, starter ropers and tines, and discoloration resulting from ultraviolet light. Any
product missing the model and/or serial number identification label will be disqualified
from coverage under this warranty.

REPAIRS: Repairs have a 90 day warranty. If the defective product is still within the
Warranty Period, then the new warranty is 90 days from the date of repair or to the end of
the original Warranty Period, whichever period is longer.

DISCLAIMERS: THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE

EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER ORAL OR
WRITTEN (OTHER THAN AS STATED HEREIN), AND WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED
OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM PROVINCE TO

PROVINCE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SEARS BE LIABLE FORANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE

OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. THE

EXCLUSIONS IN THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL NOT APPLY IN JURISDICATIONS WHERE
APPLICABLE LAW DOES NOT ALLOW FOR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL

NOT APPLY, BUT THE REMAINING PROVISIONS OF THIS DOCUMENT SHALL

REMAIN VALID.

Sears retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the product or offer a full refund of
the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND

EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: In additional to complying with all suggested

maintenance guidelines and instructions, customers' obligations shall include but shall
not be limited to: operating the product in accordance with the owner's manual or any
additional instructions or information provided at the time of purchase or in subsequent
communications to the purchaser from time to time, exhibit reasonable care in the use,
operation, maintenance, general upkeep and storage of the product. Failure to comply
with these requirements will void any applicable warranty.

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LIST OF APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIODS: The following list contains the applicable

Warranty Period for your Craftsman product and is based on a combination of the type of

product or component and the intended and actual use of the product or component:

.

90 DAYS: Craftsman products intended for use or actually used for commercial,
institutional, professional or income-producing purposes

.

2 YEARS: Craftsman riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind
mowers, tillers, brush cutters, snow blowers, handheld blowers, backpack blowers,
hedge trimmers and electrical products for noncommercial, nonprofessional, non-

institutional, or non-income-producing use, except for those components which are

part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manufacturers for which
the purchase has received an separate warranty with product information supplied at
the time of purchase.

.

1 YEAR: Craftsman power cutters, stump grinders, pole pruners, gas chain saws,

electric chain saws, trimmer attachments, baggers and pole saws for noncommercial,

nonprofessional, non-institutional, or non-income-producing use.

.

90 DAYS: All defective batteries, which will be replaced during this 90-day Warranty

Period.

.

60 DAYS: Additional Warranty Period of 60 days will apply to adjustments and worn

products or components BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE WEAR OR ADJUSTMENTS
for products used for commercial, institutional, professional or income-producing

purposes. Wear items include but are not limited to: belts, blades, tires, spark plugs,

air filters, chains, shear bolts, skid plates, scraper bars, drift cutters, ropes, tines,

collection bags and pulleys.

As the Warranty Period runs from the date of purchase and NOT from the date that a

product is delivered, opened, assembled or first used, plea se ensure during this time

period that your product or component has been assembled and tested for correction
operation regardless of when you intend to actually use it. Claims made after the
Warranty Period has expired will not be honored.

PROOF OF PURCHASE/DOCUMENTATION: Warranty coverage is conditioned upon
the original purchaser furnishing Sears Canada or its authorized third party service

provider if applicable, with the original sales receipt or other adequate written proof of
the original purchase date and identification of the product. In the event that the original

purchaser is unable to provide a company of the original sales receipt, Sears Canada

Inc. reserves the right to determine in its sole discretion what other written proof of the
original purchase date and identification of the product is acceptable.

Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:

Gasoline Capacity / Type: 0,94 Litres (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Capacity: 0,5 Litres

Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 0°C/32°F) or SAE 10W-30
Spark Plug (Gap: 0,76 mm) NGK BPR6ES

Valve Clearance (+ 0.04 mm): Intake: 0.015 mm; Exhaust: 0.020 mm
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs.

• The model and serial numbers wil! be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.

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Readtheseinstructionsandthis manualin its entiretybeforeyou attemptto assemble

or operateyour newlawn mower.

IMPORTANT:Thislawn mower isshippedWITHOUTOIL OR GASOLINEin the engine.

Yournewlawnmowerhasbeenassembledatthefactorywiththeexceptionofthose parts

leftunassembledfor shippingpurposes.Toensuresafeand properoperationofyour lawn
mower,all partsandhardwareyouassemblemustbetightenedsecurely. Usethe correct

tools asnecessarytoensure propertightness. All partssuchas nuts,washers,bolts,etc.,

necessaryto completethe assemblyhavebeen placedin the partsbag.

TO REMOVE MOWER FROM

CARTON

1. Remove loose parts included with
mower.

2. Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end 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 thoroughly for additional

loose parts.

NOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

iMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

1. Raise handles until lower handle sec-
tion locks into place in mowing posi-

tion.

2. Remove protective padding, raise up-
per 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 "AD-

JUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual.

Handle
bracket

Bolt

TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
with rigid part of bag on the bottom.

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

Operator MOWING
control bar b_,

///

////

LIFT Upper bindings opening
UP handle

POSITION

/ /

j /

////X

, / Vinyl Frame

TO iNSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

Handle

knob

used as a mulcher. To convert mower to
bagging or discharging, see "TO CON-

VERT MOWER" in the Operation section
of this manual.

Lower handle

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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize
yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for

future reference.

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 AND FEET AWAY

Operator presence control bar

Drive control levers

Handle knobs

Starter

handle

Gasoline filler cap

Fuel valve lever

Grass
catcher Air filter

Spark
plug

Engine oil cap

with dipstick

Muffler

Mulcher door

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped

J

Housing

Wheel adjuster

(on each wheel)

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

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 Com-

mission. _I,WARNING: The blade turns when the engine is running.

Operator presence control bar- must Drive control levers - used to engage

be held down to the handle to start the power-propelled forward motion of mower.

engine. Release to stop the engine. Mulcher door - allows conversion to
Starter handle - used for starting engine, discharging or bagging operation.

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The operation of any lawn

SAFETVG'ASSESmower can result in foreign

objects thrown into the eyes,
which can result in severe

eye damage. Always wear

safety glasses or eye shields while oper-
ating your lawn mower or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a
standard safety glasses orwide vision safety

mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED

Engine speed was set at the factory for

optimum performance. It is not adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

_CAUTION: 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
turns 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 start
and operate the lawn mower.

DRIVE CONTROL

• Self-propelling is controlled by holding
the operator presence control bar down
to the handle and pulling either drive

control lever rearward to the handle.
The further toward the handle a lever is

pulled, the faster the unit will travel.

. Forward motion will stop when either

the operator presence control bar or a
drive control lever are released. To stop

forward motion without stopping engine,
release a drive control lever only. Hold
operator presence control bar down

against handle to continue mowing
without self-propelling.

NOTE: If after releasing the drive control

the mower will not roll backwards, push
the mower forward slightly to disengage

drive wheels.

Operator presence control bar

DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

Over time, the drive control system may

become "loose", resulting in decreased
speed. There is a turnbuckle on the drive
control housing to increase tension on the

drive cable. Proceed as follows:

1. Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug
wire from spark plug.

2. Rotate turnbuckle on drive control to
increase drive speed.

3. Operate mower to test drive speed.
Readjust as required.

4. If condition fails to improve after the
above steps (forward speed remains

the same), your drive belt is worn and

should be replaced.

Adjustment
turnbuckle

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, pull up on
adjuster lever, move wheel up or down
to suit your requirements and release

adjuster lever. Be sure all wheels are in
the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned

when lever inserts into hole in plate.

LEVER BACKWARD

TO LOWER MOWER

LEVER
FORWARD

TO RAISE MOWER

Lever

Plate

rive

control levers

TO ENGAGE DRIVE CONTROL -....

DRIVE CONTROL DISENGAGED 8

TO CONVERT MOWER

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging

or discharging:

REAR BAGGING

• Lift rear door of the lawn mower and
place the grass catcher frame hooks

onto the grass bag brackets.

• To convert to mulching or discharging
operation, remove grass catcher and

close rear door.

door
Grass bag

bracket

\ Grass

"\ catcher

\., handle

Grass

frame hook

NOTE: Rear door will remain open until

operator presence control bar is held
down to the handle.

,ACAUTION: Do NOT force rear door to
close. Serious damage to your mower

could result.

I \

Unlock
latch

Open

mulcher door

Discharge

deflector

\

\

I

I

SIDE DISCHARGING

• Rear door must be closed.

• Open mulcher door and install dis-
charge deflector under door as shown.

• Mower is now ready for discharging
operation.

• To convert to mulching or bagging
operation, discharge deflector must be

removed and mulcher door must be
closed and locked.

SIMPLE STEPS TO

REMEMBER WHEN

CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER

FOR MULCHING -

1. Rear door closed.

2. Mulcher door closed and locked.
FOR REAR BAGGING -

1. Grass catcher installed.

2. Mulcher door closed and locked.
FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -

1. Rear door closed.

2. Discharge deflector installed.

_,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mow-
er without rear door closed or approved

grass catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear door

removed or propped open.

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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 empty-
ing; it will cause unnecessary wear.

Grass

catcher

frame

\

/

Bag

handle _:_:__:,

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in

the engine. For type and grade of oil to

use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance

section of this manual.
,A CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil, or it will smoke on startup.

1. Be sure lawnmower is level.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick from oil fill
spout.

3. You recieve a container of oil with the
unit. Slowly pour the entire container

down the oil fill spout into the engine.

4. Insert and tighten oil fill cap/dipstick.

IMPORTANT:

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

• Change the oi! after every 25 hours of
operation or each season. You may

need to change the oil more often
under dusty, dirty conditions. See "TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.
Do not overfill. 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 fresh-

ness.

• i, CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

,A CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasohol or using ethanol or metha-

nol) 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. Empty 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.

TO STOP ENGINE

. To stop engine, release operator pres-

ence control bar. Wait until blade and
all moving parts have stopped and turn

fuel valve to OFF position if you do not
intend to restart the engine soon.

OFF lever

Oil fill cap / Gasoline
di filler cap

Upper Lowe
mark mark 10

Fuel valve lever

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. Be sure fuel valve is in the ON po-
sition.

2. Move choke lever to ON (1\1) position.

3. Hold operator presence control bar
down to the handle and pull starter

handle quickly. Do not allow starter
rope to snap back.

NOTE: The choke lever automatically
begins moving to the OFF position when

operator presence control bar is held
down to handle.

MOWING TIPS

_i, CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher

blade attachments on your mower. Such
attachments are hazardous, wil! damage
your mower and could void your warranty.

• 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 cut-
ting conditions, the engine speed should

be set in the FAST position.

• 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 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 the

Maintenance 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 will biodegrade quickly to

provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recut-
ting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action. The
best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried, yet the newly cut area will not be
exposed to direct sunlight.

• 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. If the lawn is overgrown

it will be necessary to raise the height of
cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep
from overloading the engine and leaving
clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy grass, reduce your width of cut

by overlapping previously cut path and
mow slowly.

• 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 sec-
ond cut, mow across (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 next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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MAINTENANCE BEFOREAFTEREVERY

EACH EACH 10

SCHEDULE use USE HOURS

Check for Loose Fasteners t_

,_ Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * I/

Check Tires _1_

_ Check Drive Wheels ***

Clean Lawn Mower****

M Clean under Drive Cover ***

O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys ***

W Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade

_ ubrication

Clean and Recharge Battery **
Check Engine Oil level

E Change Engine Oil
N Clean Air Filter

_ Inspect Muffler

N Replace Spark Plug
I1=Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer

* (if so equipped)

** Electric-Start mowers

*** Power-Propelled mowers

**** Use a scraper

to clean under deck

1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures.
2 - Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
5 - And after each 5 hours of use.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
ful! value from the warranty, operator must

maintain unit as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments wil! need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your unit.

At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

• At least 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
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

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 unit well lubricated
(See "LUBRICATION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

Wheel

adjuster (on

each wheel)

Engine oil

(_ Mulcher

door hinge

pin

(_ Rear

door hinge

(_ Handle bracket mounting pins

(_) Spray lubricant
(_) See "ENGINE" in Maintenance section.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will
attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when per-
forming 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.

DRIVE WHEELS
Check rear drive wheels each time before
you mow to be sure they move freely.

The wheels not turning freely means trash,
grass cuttings, etc. are inthe drive wheel area

and must be cleaned to free drive wheels.

If necessary to clean the drive wheels, be
sure to clean both rear wheels.

BLADE CARE

For best results, mower blade must be

kept sharp. Replace a bent or damaged

blade.
& CAUTION: Use only a replacement

blade approved by the manufacturer of
your mower. Using a blade not approved

by the manufacturer of your mower is haz-
ardous, could damage your mower and
void your warranty.

TO REMOVE BLADE

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with 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 condition to work

properly. Replace adapter if damaged.
TO REPLACE BLADE

1. Position the blade adapter on the en-
gine crankshaft. Be sure key in adapter

and crankshaft keyway are aligned.

2. Position blade on the blade adapter.
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star
on blade adapter.

3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (op-
posite 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 heat treated.
If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approved bolt shown in the Repair Parts
section of this manual.

Blade adapter Key Crankshaft

Lockwasher

Blade

Blade

bolt Hardened ....

washer Trailing/ed_ge ' retainer

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is 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.

• To check blade balance, you will need
a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,
follow the instructions supplied with
balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the

bolt or pin parallel with the ground. 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.

Center hole

5/8" bolt or pin

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Blade

GRASS CATCHER

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

• Check your grass catcher often for dam-
age or deterioration. Through normal

use it will wear. If catcher needs replac-
ing, replace only with approved replace-
ment catcher shown in the Repair Parts

section of this manual. Give the lawn
mower model number when ordering.

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.

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems, which
are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine
repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oi! rated

with API service classification SG-SL.
Selectthe oil's SAE viscosity grade according

to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

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

2. Remove oil fil! cap/dipstick; 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 re-
move any oil trapped inside of engine.

4. Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn
mower or side of engine.

5. Fill engine with oil. Slowly pour oil
down the oil fil! spout into the engine.

6. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle.
Use guage on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into

the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the
tube. DO NOT thread the cap into the

tube when taking reading.

Oil fill cap /
dipstick

°F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100

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TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30
etc.) improve starting in cold weather, and
you should check your engine oil level fre-
quently 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.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to
drain oil, empty fuel tank by running en-

gine until fuel tank is empty.

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mark

7. Continue adding small amounts of
oil and rechecking the dipstick until it
reads ful!. DO NOT overfill, or engine

will smoke on startup.

8. Always be sure to retighten oil fill cap/
dipstick before starting engine.

9. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark
plug.

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may

be damaged by using a dirty air filter.
Replace the air filter every 100 hours of

operation or every season, whichever oc-
curs first. Service air cleaner more often

under dusty conditions.

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TO CLEANAIR FILTER

1. Remove cover.

2. Carefullyremovecartridge.

3. Cleanby gentlytapping on aflat sur-
face. Ifvery dirty,replacecartridge.

ACAUTION: Petroleumsolvents,such as

kerosene,are notto be usedto clean car-
tridge. Theymaycause deteriorationof the
cartridge. Do notoil cartridge.Do not use

pressurizedairto clean ordry cartridge.

4. Installcartridge,then replacecover.

Tab

Cartridge

Filter

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plug at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are shown

in the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-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 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
out. Water in engine can result in short-
ened engine life.

WATER WASHOUT FEATURE

Your lawn mower is equipped with a fitting
that allows quick and easy cleaning of
the underside of the housing. To use this
feature, proceed as follows:

1. Move lawn mower to an area of cut
grass or another hard surface.

NOTE: Water, grass and other debris will
drain from beneath the mower housing

during the washout process.

2. Remove grass catcher and discharge
chute assembly from lawn mower.

3. Close mulcher door (if equipped).

4. Connect a garden hose to the fitting
where shown.

IMPORTANT: Be sure the garden hose is
not routed under the lawn mower housing
or entangled in the wheels.

5. Turn on water supply and check for
leaks at the fitting.

If no leaks are present, start engine (as

described in the Operation section of
this manual) and let engine run until the

underside of the lawn mower is clean.

A WARNING: Do not engage the drive

system during the washout process.

6. Shut off the engine.

7. Shut off water supply and remove
hose from fitting.

CAUTION: Do not remove hose from
fitting while engine is running. Water in

engine can result in shortened engine life.

8. Start engine (as described in the Op-
eration section of this manual) and let
engine run for a full minute to remove

excess water from mower.

Hose

Fitting

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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A WARNING: Toavoid seriousinjury,before performinganyserviceand adjustments:

1. Releasecontrol barandstop engine.

2. Makesurethe bladeand all moving partshavecompletelystopped.

3. Disconnectsparkplug wire fromspark plugand placewire where it cannotcome in
contactwith plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST CUTTING 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 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

replaced.

TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT

1. Remove drive cover and belt keeper.

2. Remove belt from gearcase pulley.

3. Turn lawn mower on its side with air
filter and carburetor down.

4. Remove blade and blade adapter.

5. Remove belt from engine pulley.

Drive

cover

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pulley

6. Reinstall belt keeper and drive cover.
NOTE: Always use factory approved belt

to assure proper fit and long life.

Blade adapter Key Crankshaft

Lockwasher

Blade

Blade i,:....

bolt Hardened ,

washer Trailing/ed_ge retainer

TO ADJUST HANDLE
Your handle has three (3) height positions

- adjust to a height that suits you.

1. Remove knob and carriage bolt on one

side of the lower handle.

2. While holding handle assembly,

remove knob and carriage bolt from
opposite side, align hole in handle with

desired hole in handle bracket and
reassemble bolt and knob and tighten
securely.

3. Align opposite side of handle with

same positioning hole and secure with
bolt and knob.

J Belt

TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT

1. Place new drive belt on engine pulley,
inside tabs of belt retainer.

2. Route the other end of the new drive
belt through hole in housing.

3. Reinstall blade adapter and blade.

4. Return mower to upright position.

5. Install new belt on gearcase pulley.

Belt

3er

Handle
bracket

Knob

Bolt

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the
emission control devices and systems, which
are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized
engine manufacturer's service outlet.

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 engine is running too fast or
too slow, take your mower to a Sears or
other qualified service center for repair

and adjustment.

CARBURETOR
Your carburetor is not adjustable. 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
adjustment.

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 a Sears or other
qualified service center, which has proper
equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

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
clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire lawn mower (See
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance sec-

tion of this manual).

2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
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.

Operator
control bar

FOLD
FORWARD
FOR

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Handle

knob

HANDLE

You can fold your handle for storage.

1. Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on
sides of the upper handle and allow

handle to fold down to the rear.

2. Remove the two (2) handle knobs and
carriage bolts on sides of the lower handle
and pivot entire handle assembly forward

and allow it to rest on mower.

3. Reinstall knobs and carriage bolts to
lower handle / handle brackets for safe

keeping.

• When setting up your handle from
the storage position, lower handle will

require manually locking into mowing
position.

IMPORTANT: When folding the handle
for storage or transportation, be sure to
fold the handle as shown or you may dam-
age the control cables.

Lower handle

Handle
bracket

Knob

Bolt

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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. 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.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-
gine and letting 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 stor-
age 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 car-

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oi! (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.

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 protect it from dust and dirt.

, Cover your unit with a suitable protec-

tive 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.

IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while

engine 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING =See appropriate section in manual unless directed
to a Sears Parts & Repair Centre.

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Does not start

.

Dirty air filter.

2.

Out of fue!.

3.

Stale fuel.

.

Clean/replace air filter.

2.

Fill fuel tank.

3.

Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

4.

Water in fuel.

4.

Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

5.

Spark plug wire is

5.

Connect wire to plug.

disconnected.

6.

Bad spark plug.

7.

Loose blade or broken

blade adapter.

8.

Control bar in released
position.

9.

Control bar defective.

10. Fuel valve lever (if so
equipped) in OFF position.

11. Weak battery (if equipped).

12. Disconnected battery

6.

Replace spark plug.

7.

Tighten blade bolt or

replace blade adapter.

8.

Depress control bar to
handle.

9.

Replace control bar.

10. Turn fuel valve lever
to the ON position.

11. Charge battery.

12. Connect battery to engine.

connector (if equipped).

13. Blown fuse (if equipped).

13. Replace fuse.

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TROUBLESHOOTING =See appropriate section in manual unless directed
to a Sears Parts & Repair Centre.

CAUSEPROBLEM

CORRECTION

Loss of power

Poor cut -

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Excessive

vibration

Starter rope
hard to pull

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.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

.

Engine flywheel brake is on

when control bar is released.

.

Bent engine crankshaft.

3.

Blade adapter broken.

4.

Blade dragging in grass.

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Raise cutting height.

3. Clean/replace air filter.

4. Clean underside of mower
housing.

5. Check oi! 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.

1. Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service centre.

1. Depress control bar to
upper handle before
pulling starter rope.

2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service centre.

3. Replace blade adapter.

4. Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface.

Grass catcher

not filling
(if so equipped)

Hard to push

Loss of drive
or slowing of

drive speed

1. Cutting height too low.

2. Lift on blade worn off.

3. Catcher not venting air.

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

2. Rear of lawn mower
housing or cutting blade

dragging in grass.

3. Grass catcher too full.

4. Handle height position not
right for you.

1. Belt wear.

2. Belt off of pulley.

3. Drive cable worn or broken.

4. "Loose" drive control system.

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Replace blade.

3. Clean grass catcher.

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Raise rear of lawn mower
housing one (1) setting

higher.

3. Empty grass catcher.

4. Adjust handle height to suit.

1. Check/replace drive belt.

2. Check/reinstal! drive belt.

3. Replace drive cable.

4. Adjust drive control.

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1 183471X479 Upper Handle 30 413808 Nut, Push 52 404763

2 438391 Cable, Engine Zone Control/ 31 419407X615 Selector Knob 53 17000510

Rear Door Prop 32 419944X007 Latch, Mulcher Door
3 429930X004 Bracket, Upstop 33 420019 Mulcher Door 55 191730
4 145006 Guide, Cable 34 419946X615 Bracket, Grassbag 56 17411312

5 66426 Wire Tie 35 431127 Kit, Wheel Adjuster, Rear, RH
6 182398 Handle Knob, Star (Includes Knob & Pushnut) 57 155377
7 750634 Screw #10-24 x 112 36 175735 Hinge Bracket Assembly 58 421241X479

8 426432X428 Control Bar 38 419942X428 Discharge Deflector 59 191574
9 430654 Rear Door Assembly 39 442470X479 Handle Bracket, LH 62 431913X004

11 425575 Hairpin, Door/Handle Pivot 40 438526X479 Handle Bracket, RH 63 178848

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17 427120X428 Rear Baffle 42 193000 Spring, Torsion

18 132004 Keps Locknut 1/4-20 43 191730 Nut, Hex, Nylock
19 194788 Rope Guide 44 431558 Kit, Lawn Mower Housing 68 431129

20 429157 Rear Skirt 45 175650 Rod, Hinge
21 419949 Spring, Rear Door, LH, Black 46 421782 Blade Adapter/Pulley 83 750097

22 141841 Screw, Panhead, Torx #20 47 421825 Blade, 22" 84 428124
24 419948 Spring, Rear Door, RH, Grey 48 851074 Washer, Hardened 85 429801X004
25 409148 Nut, Hex, Flanged 49 850263 Washer, Helical

26 419945 Screw, Rear Door/Handle Pivot 50 851084 Screw, Machine, Hex Head 96
27 400246X460 Wheel & Tire Assembly, Rear 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grade 8 - -

28 72250505 Bolt, Carriage 5116-18 x 518 51 430599 Front Baffle --

197991 Clip, Cable

443307 Owner's Manual, English
443308 Owner's Manual, French

Decal, Danger

Screw, Semi-Gimlett Point

1/4-20 x 1/2
Nut, Hex

Screw, Hex Washer Head
#13 x 3/'4

Nut, Hex
Lower Handle

Handle Bolt
Belt Retainer

Screw #10-16 x 5t8

Engine, Honda, Model
Number GCV160-LAOS3A

(See Breakdown)

Kit, Wheel Adjust, Rear, LH

(Includes Knob & Pushnut)
Screw

Fastener, Push

Mounting Bracket,

Rear Skirt

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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KEY PART KEY PART
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1 431508 Drive Control Assembly 28 428165

(Includes Cable) 29 409148

9 431649 Cable, Drive 32 194018

10 429544X479 Mounting Bracket, 33 426609

Drive Control 35 431124

11 194231X460 Wheel & Tire Assembly
12 12000058 E-Ring 36 424657
13 403849 Pinion 38 191730

14 189403 Dust Cover 40 406558
15 404845 Pawl, Drive 41 431121

16 67725 Washer, Flat 3t8
17 413808 Nut, Push 54 422506

18 419345X615 Selector Knob 57 419951
20 181698 Screw 80 421114
25 430458X004 Belt Guide Bracket

26 163409 Screw, Hi-Lo Thread 81 419735

#12 x 518 82 415585

27 175262 Screw, Pan Head 83 415586

#10-24 x 2-3/4

Drive Cover
Locknut, Hex

Drive Pulley

V-Belt

Kit, Wheel Adjuster, Front, LH

(Includes Knob and Pushnut)
Gearcase Assembly, Complete

Locknut, Hex 1/'4-20

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Kit, Wheel Adjuster, Front, RH
(Includes Knob and Pushnut)
Grassbag

Frame, Grassbag

Kit, Water Washout Assembly
(Includes Key Numbers 81 thru 83)

Fitting, Water Washout
Washer, Lock, Internal Tooth

Locknut, Hex, with O-Ring

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm.

IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O,E,M.) replacement parts, Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty,

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 12000-ZOL-406

12000-ZOL-840

3 12310-ZOJ-000

12311-ZL8-D00
12311-ZL8-000

4 12355-ZL8-000

5 90013-883-000

6 90014-952-000

7 91201-ZL8-003
8 98079-55846

10 12209-ZM0-003
11 14711-ZL8-000

14711-ZOJ-000

14711-ZOJ-800
12 14721-ZL8-000
13 14751-ZL8-000
14 14771-ZOJ-000

CARBURETOR

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 16010-883-015

2 16013-ZLI-003
3 16015-ZOL-881

5 16028-ZE0-005

16028-ZK7-$91

7 16100-ZOL-852

8 16155-ZM0-013
9 16166-ZM0-003

10 16211 -ZL8-000
11 16212-ZL8-000

13 16228-ZL8-000
15 93500-05006-0H
16 99101-124-0600

99101-124-0620
99101-124-0650

26 16951-ZOL-000

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly
Cylinder Assembly

Cover, Cylinder Head
Cover, Head
Cover, Head
Cover, Breather

(Breather Valve Assembly)
Bolt, Flange (#6 x 12)
(CT200)
Bolt, Flange (#6 x 14)
(CT200)

Oil Seal (25.4 x 62 x 6)
Spark Plug (BPR5ES)

(NGK)
Seal, Valve Stem
Valve, Intake

(Technostar)
Valve, Intake (Rocknel)

Valve, Intake
Valve, Exhaust

Spring, Valve

Retainer, Valve Spring

DESCRIPTION
Gasket Set

Float Set
Chamber Set, Float

Screw Set
Screw Set

Carburetor Assembly

(Ba62z B)
Valve, Float

Nozzle, Main

Insulator, Carburetor
Gasket, Insulator

Gasket, Carburetor
Screw, Pan (#5 x 6)

Jet, Main (#60)
Jet, Main (#62)

Jet, Main (#65)
Guide, Air

CONTROL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 16551-ZM0-010 Arm, Governor
2 16555-ZOL-801 Rod, Governor
3 16561-ZOL-000 Spring, Governor
4 16562-ZM0-000 Spring, Throttle Return

10 90015-ZE5-010 Bolt, Governor Arm
13 94050-06000 Nut, Flange (6 mm)
15 93892-04012-00 Screw, Washer Head

(#4 x 12)

16 94103-04000 Washer, Plain (4 mm)

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

3 13310-ZM0-610 Crankshaft
5 90402-ZL8-000 Washer, Thrust

RECOIL STARTER

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 28400-ZOL-V20ZA Starter Assembly,

Recoil, "NHI" (Long Rope)

(Black)
8 28461-ZL8-003 Grip, Recoil Starter
9 28462-ZOL-V20 Rope, Recoil Starter,

"Long Type" (Black)

11 90201-ZM0-000 Nut, Flange (6 ram)

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

6 16950-ZOY-003
7 16952-ZA8-800
8 16961-ZOL-900

9 17511-ZOL-030
10 17514-ZOL-000
11 17518-ZOL-000
12 17532-ZOL-000
13 17533-ZOL-000
14 17534-ZOL-000
15 17620-ZOJ-800
16 17636-ZOL-000

21 19610-ZOL-861

19610-ZOL-861

19610-ZOL-861

19610-ZOL-861

22 19619-ZL8-300
24 90013-883-000

25 90015-883-000

27 90043-ZL8=000
28 90043-ZL8-000
33 93913-25220

35 91424-Z8B-821
36 91427-Z8B-821
40 95002-40800-08

42 95002-41200-08

MUFFLER

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 18310-ZM0-000

2 18321-ZOL-J00

18321-ZOL-J01

3 90004-ZL8-000

4 90013-883-000

5 18381-ZL8-305

9 18350-ZL8-000
10 18356-ZL8-000
11 90055-ZE1-000
12 06180-ZOJ-000

DESCRIPTION
Petcock Assembly

Filter, Fuel

Stay, Fuel Petcock
Tank, Fuel

Seal, Fuel Filler Neck
Clip, Tank Mounting

Rubber A, Tank Mounting
Rubber B, Tank Mounting

Nut, Tank Mounting
Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank
Gauge, Fuel Level

ZC Cover Assembly, Fan

"T89" (Craftsman Red)

ZA Cover Assembly, Fan

"T89" ("NHI")(Black)

ZD Cover Assembly, Fan

"T93" (Husqvarna Grey)

ZE Cover Assembly, Fan

"T98" (M.T.D. Red)
Collar, Fan Cover

Bolt, Flanged (#8 x 12)

(CT200)

Bolt, Flanged (#8 x 28)

(CT200)

Bolt, Stud (H=42.5mm)

Bolt, Stud (H=42.5mm)
Screw, Tapping (PO)

(#5x 12)

Tube, Fuel Tank
Tube, Fuel (7.3 x 160)
Clip, Tube (D8)
Clip, Tube (D12)

DESCRIPTION

Muffler

Protector, Muffler

(S/N 1243452 and below)

Protector, Muffler

(S/N 1243453 and above)

Bolt, Flange #6 x 79

(CT200)

Bolt, Flange #6 x 12

(CT200)
Gasket, Muffler

Arrester, Spark

Plate, Arrester Number
Screw, Tapping #4 x 6

Kit, Spark Arrester

FLYWHEEL

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 13331-357-000

3 30500-ZL8-014
4 31105-ZM0-000
5 32195-ZM0-800
6 35120-ZM0-003

8 75113-ZM0-000

10 90014-952-000

11 90018-ZE1-000

12 90018-ZE1-000

13 90201-Z0%800
14 51125-ZOL-003

90681-959-003

15 93892-04012-00

16 94103-04000
21 75110-ZOY-000
25 91601-ZOL-300

AIR CLEANER

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 15721-ZM0-000
2 17211-ZL8-023
3 17220-ZM0-010

17220-ZM0-020

17220-ZM0-030

5 17228-ZM0-000
6 17231-ZOL-030

17231-ZOL-040

17231-ZOL-050

7 90003-ZM0-010

DESCRIPTION
Key, Special, Woodruff

(25 x 18)
Coil Assembly, Ignition

Flywheel Assembly

Wire, Stop Switch
Switch Assembly,

Engine Stop (NC)
Spring, Brake Lever
Bolt, Flange (#6 x 14)
(CT200)
Bolt, Flange (#8 x 23)
(CT200)
Bolt, Flange (#6 x 23)
(CT200)
Nut, Special (14 mm)

Holder, Wire (Fastex)
Clip A, Cable (3.8mm)
(Black) (NIFCO)
Screw, Washer Head
(#4 x 12)
Washer, Plain (4 mm)
Brake Sub Assembly

Grommet, Brake Plate

DESCRIPTION
Tube, Breather

Element, Air Cleaner
Case Assy., Air Cleaner
(SIN 1167575 and below)
Case Assy., Air Cleaner
(SIN 1167576-1239013)
Case Assy., Air Cleaner
(SIN 1239014 and above)

Gasket, Air Cleaner
Cover, Air Cleaner
(SIN 1167575 and below)
Cover, Air Cleaner
(SIN 1167575 and below)

Cover, Air Cleaner
Bolt, Flange (#6 x 85)

(CT200)

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CAMSHAFT PULLEY

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 14320-ZL8-010
2 14324-ZL8-000
3 14400-ZOJ-014

6 14461-ZL8-000

11 90112-333-000
12 90206-001-000
13 91301-ZM0-V31

15 14431-ZOJ-000
16 14441-ZOJ-000

OIL PAN

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 11300-ZM0-811
2 15650-ZM0-801

4 15625-ZE6-000
5 15631-ZM0-000
6 15639-ZM0-000
8 16508-ZM0-010
9 16510-ZM0-010

10 16511-ZL8-000
11 16512-ZM0-000
12 16513-ZEI-000
13 16531-ZE1-000
14 16541-ZM0-000

15 90014-952-000

16 90121-952-000

17 90451-ZEI-000
18 90602-ZE1-000
19 91202-ZL8-003

20 91356-MA6-005
21 94101-068000

22 94251-08000
23 94301-08200

DESCRIPTION
Pulley, Camshaft

Shaft, Cam Pulley

Belt, Timing

(84HU7 G-200)
Shaft, Rocker Arm
Screw, Tappet Adjusting

Nut, Tappet Adjusting
O-Ring (6.8 x 1.9) (ARAI)

Rocker Arm, Intake Valve

Rocker Arm,

Exhaust Valve

DESCRIPTION

Pan Assembly, Oil
Gauge Assembly,

Oil Level
Gasket, Oil Filler Cap

Extension, Oil Filler

Lock Washer, Extension
Shaft, Governor Holder
Governor Assembly
Weight, Governor

Holder, Governor Weight

Pin, Governor Weight
Slider, Governor

Shaft, Governor Arm

Bolt, Flange (#6 x 14)

(CT200)

Bolt, Flange (#6 x 25)

(CT200)
Washer, Thrust (6 mm)

Clip, Governor Holder
Oil Seal (28 x 41.25 x 6)
O-Ring (14.8 x 2.4) (NOK)
Washer, Plain (6 mm)

Pin, Lock (8 mm)

Pin, Dowel (#8 x 20)

PISTON / CONNECTING ROD

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 13101-Z2A-010
2 13111-ZE0-000
3 13200-ZOJ-000
4 90001-ZEI-000
5 90551-ZE0-000
6 13010-ZOL-014

LABELS

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

9 87528-ZOL-V20 Mark, Choke Indication

20 87114-ZH7-821 Label, Warning
30 87101-Z8B-000 Mark, Emblem (GCV160)
31 87169-Z8E-000 Mark, Recoil Cover
32 87524-Z8B-000 Mark, Caution,

CHOKE BASE

KEY PART
NO. NO.

2 16592-Z2D-800
5 16614-Z2D-800
8 16632-ZOL-801
9 90022-888-010

14 16610-Z2D-801

16610-Z2D-802

DESCRIPTION
Piston

Pin, Piston
Connecting Rod Assembly
Bolt, Connecting Rod
Clip, Piston Pin (13 mm)
Ring Set, Piston, Standard
(Teikoku)

Fuel Petcock

DESCRIPTION
Spring, Return

Spring, Choke Lever
Rod, Stop
Bolt, Flange (#6 x 20)
(CT200)
Lever Assembly, Choke
Lever Assembly, Choke

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