Craftsman 944.361371 User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRR

i P R 0 F S I o HAL i

ROTARY LAWN MOWER

700 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine

Power-Propelled
Electric Start

22" Multi-Cut

Model No.

944.361371

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 ...................... 6-7

Operation ............................................ 8-12

Maintenance Schedule .......................... 13

Maintenance ..................................... 13-16

Service and Adjustments .................. 17-18

Storage ............................................. 18-19

Troubleshooting ................................ 20-21

Repair Parts ...................................... 22-31

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.

&Look for this symbol to point out im-

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

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_i, 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.
_i, 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.

o

Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

o

Do not mow onwet 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 ortrailer 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 or fue! 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.

_t,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: 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces

Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
Spark Plug: Champion RJ19HX (Gap: .030")
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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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 assem-

bled at the factory with the exception of

those parts left unassembled for shipping

purposes. To ensure safe and proper

operation of your lawn mower, all parts
and hardware you assemble must be tight-

ened securely. Use the correct tools as

necessary to ensure proper tightness. All
parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,

necessary to complete the assembly have
been placed in the parts bag.

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 LAWN
MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

iMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

1. Raise lower handle section to operat-
ing position and align holes in lower

handle with holes in handle brackets.

2. Insert handle bolts through lower
handles and handle brackets; secure

with lower ("standard") knobs.

3. Remove protective padding, raise up-
per handle section into place on lower

handle and tighten both upper ("star")
knobs.

4. Remove any packing material from
around control bar.

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.

Operator MOWING

POSITION

control bar

Lower handle

Lower handle knob

("standard")

Handle
bracket

Knob

Bolt

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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.

handle

Vinyl

bindings

Frame

opening

TO PREPARE BATTERY

NOTE: Your battery must be charged
before you can start your lawn mower.

1. Open battery box.

2. Connect battery charger connector
(male) to harness connector (female).

3. Plug battery charger into 110 voltA.C.
outlet.

4. Leave battery charger connected for
24 hours before starting your engine

for the first time.

5. After charging, disconnect harness
connector (female) from battery char-

ger connector (male).

Connect your battery charger to charge

battery as required.

IMPORTANT: The engine will not re-
charge your battery.
At the end of the mowing season the

battery should be charged for 48 hours to
,_otect the battery during winter storage.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the

harness connector to prevent accidental
starting when transporting or storing your

lawn mower after the season.

Battery

Harness
connector

(female)

ger

connector
(male)

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

used as a mulcher. To convert mower to

bagging or discharging, see "TO CON-
VERT MOWER" in the Operation section

of this manual.

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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

Key
start

Auxiliary

starter
handle

Grass
catcher

Wheel adjuster
(on each wheel

Gasoline filler ca

::_ Drive control levers

Handle knobs

Engine oil cap

dipstick

Muffler

Air filter

Mulcher dool "Housing

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped Spark plug

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

be held down to the handle to start the

engine. Release to stop the engine.

Drive control levers - used to engage
power-propelled forward motion of mower.

Key start switch - used for starting engine.
Auxiliary starter handle - used for start-

ing engine.

Mulcher door - allows conversion to
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

_I,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 pres-

ence 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.

. To keep drive control engaged when

turning corners, push down on the
handle to lift the front wheels off the

ground while turning lawn mower.

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

LEVER
FORWARD

TO RAISE

MOWER

Plate

rlve

control levers

TO ENGAGE DRIVE CONTROL "_.

DRIVE CONTROL DISENGAGED 9

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
\\ catcher

"_.. handle

///

//

Grass

frame hook

Grass

I \

Unlock
latch

Open

mulcher door

Discharge

deflector

\

\

i

i

NOTE: Rear door will remain open until

operator presence control bar is held
down to the handle.

• I,CAUTION: Do NOT force rear door to
close. Serious damage to your mower

could result.

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.

Af_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

_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.

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.
_i_ CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with

oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler
on startup.

1. Be sure lawnmower is level.

2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout.

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

down the oil fill spout into the engine.

NOTE: Initial oi! fill requires only 18 oz.

due to residual oil in engine from the

manufacturers 100% quality testing. When

changing oil you may need 20 oz.

4. Insert and tighten dipstick.

IMPORTANT:

• 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. 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-

Bess.

Engine

oil cap

Gasoline
filler cap

TO STOP ENGINE

• To stop engine, release operator pres-
ence control bar.

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.

NOTE: Your engine is equipped with an
automatic choke system. No priming or
choking is required before starting.

• To start engine, hold operator presence
control bar down to the handle and turn

the start key.

IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more

than five continous seconds between each
time you try to start. Wait 5 to 10 seconds

between each attempt.

• To start engine using the rope starter,
hold operator presence control bar
down to the handle and pull starter

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

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MOWING TIPS

A 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.

MAX 1/3

• 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 in the 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
LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with

API service classification SG-SL. Select the
oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your

expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100
C -30 -20 -10 0 1'0 20 30 40

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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 op-

eration orat least once a year if the 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 engine until
fuel tank is empty.

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark

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

.

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 re-

move any oil trapped inside of engine.

Container

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

5. Slowly pour oil down the oil fill spout,
stopping every few ounces to check

the oil level with the dipstick.

6. Stop adding oil when you reach the
FULL mark on the dipstick. Wait a

minute to allow oil to settle.

7. Continue adding small amounts of oil,
rechecking the dipstick until oil level
settles at FULL. DO NOT overfill, or
engine will smoke heavily from the

muffler on startup.

8. Always be sure to retighten oil 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 cartridge every 100

hours of operation or every season, which-

ever occurs first. Service air cleaner more
often under dusty conditions.

TO CLEAN AIR FILTER

1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.

2. Carefully remove cartridge.

3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat sur-

face. If very dirty, replace cartridge.

_kCAUTION: 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 in the back plate. Fasten

screw securely.

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Back plate

Cartridge

Slot

Cover

Cover tab

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 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 performingany serviceand adjustments:

1. Releasecontrol barand stop engine.

2. Make surethe bladeand all moving partshavecompletelystopped.

3. Disconnectsparkplugwire fromsparkplug and placewire whereit 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, isprovided 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.

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.

6. Reinstall belt keeper and drive cover.

NOTE: Always use factory approved belt

to assure proper fit and long life.

Blade adapter

Lockwasher

Blade

Blade
bolt Hardened '::i, _ '_,

washer Trailin/edge retainer

Key Crankshaft

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.

Handle
bracket

Knob

Drive

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pulley

Belt

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Belt

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

and adjustment.

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

CARBURETOR
Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate properly due

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.

HANDLE

You can fold your lawn mower handle for
storage.

1. Loosen the two "star" handle knobs on
sides of the upper handle and allow

handle to fold down to the rear.

2. Remove the two "standard" 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 "standard" knobs and car-
riage bolts to lower handle for safe

keeping.

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

require manually locking into the mow-
ing 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.

Operator MOWING
control bar

FOLD
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POSITION

Lower handle

("standard")

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.

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.

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 oi!.

4. Replace with new spark plug.

BATTERY

Disconnect the battery from the engine
connector and charge battery 48 hours.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Does not start

Loss of power

.

Dirty air filter.

Out of fue!.

2.
Stab fuel.

3.

Water in fuel.

4.

5.

Spark plug wire is
disconnected.

6.

Bad spark plug.
Loose blade or broken

7.

blade adapter.

Control bar in released

8.

position.

Control bar defective.

9.

10.

Fuel valve lever (if so

equipped) in OFF position.

11.

Weak battery (if equipped).

12.

Disconnected battery

connector (if equipped).

13.

Blown fuse (if equipped).

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. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fill fuel tank.

3. Empty fuel tank and refill tank
with fresh, clean gasoline.

4. Empty fuel tank and refill tank
with fresh, clean 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.Turn fuel valve lever
to the ON position.

11. Charge battery.

12. Connect battery to engine.

13. Replace fuse.

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Raise cutting height.

3. Clean/replace air filter.

4. Clean underside of mower
housing.

5. Check oil level.

6. Cut at slower walking speed.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE

CORRECTION

Poor cut -

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Excessive
vibration

Starter rope
hard to pull

Grass catcher

not filling
(if so equipped)

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.

1. Engine flywheel brake is on
when control bar is released.

2. Bent engine crankshaft.

3. Blade adapter broken.

4. Blade dragging in grass.

1. Cutting height too low.

2. Lift on blade worn off.

3. Catcher not venting air.

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.

1. Raise cutting height.

2. Replace blade.

3. Clean grass catcher.

Hard to push

Loss of drive
or slowing of

drive speed

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 ful!.

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. 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/reinstall drive belt.

3. Replace drive cable.

4. Adjust drive control.

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KEY PART KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 183471X479 Upper Handle Assembly 34 419946X615 Bracket, Grassbag 62 431913X004

2 438391 Cable, Engine Zone Control / 35 431131 Kit, Wheel Adjuster, Rear, RH 63 178848

Rear Door Prop (Includes Red Knob & Pushnut) 64 - - -

3

429930X004 Bracket, Upstop 36 175735 Hinge Bracket Assembly

4

145006 Guide, Cable 38 419942X428 Discharge Deflector

66426 Wire Tie 39 442470X479 Handle Bracket, LH 65 197480

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182398 Handle Knob, Star 40 438526X479 Handle Bracket, RH 68 431134

7

750634 Screw #10-24 x 112 41 150406 Bolt, Engine 3/8-16

8

426432X428 Control Bar 42 193000 Spring, Torsion

9

430654 Rear Door Assembly 43 191730 Nut, Hex, Nylock 71 431009

11

425575 Hairpin, Door/Handle Pivot 44 431558 Kit, Lawn Mower Housing 72 425937

12

189713X428 Handle Knob, Standard 45 175650 Rod, Hinge 73 422115

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437516 Plug, Lower Handle Bar 46 421782 Blade Adapter / Pulley 74 430765
427120X428 Rear Baffle 47 421825 Blade, 22" 75 186159

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132004 Keps Locknut 1/4-20 48 851074 Washer, Hardened 76 180331

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194788 Rope Guide 49 850263 Washer, Helical 77 194848

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429157 Rear Skirt 50 851084 Screw, Machine, Hex Head 78 423800

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419949 Spring, Rear Door, LH, Black 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grade 8

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141841 Screw, Panhead, Torx #20 51 430599 Front Baffle

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419948 Spring, Rear Door, RH, Grey 52 404763 Decal, Danger 79 194847

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409149 Locknut, Hex 53 17000510 Screw, Hex Head 5t16-18 80 428626

26

419945 Screw, Rear Door/Handle Pivot 54 88348 Washer, Flat 83 750097

27

431880X460 Wheel & Tire Assembly, Rear 55 191730 Nut, Hex 84 428124

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72250505 Bolt, Carriage 5116-18 x 518 56 17411312 Screw, Hex Washer Head 85 429801X004
413808 Nut, Push #13 x3/4 96 197991

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419407X615 Selector Knob 57 155377 Nut, Hex 98 182003

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419944X007 Latch, Mulcher Door 58 437517X479 Bar, Lower Handle == 443309
420019 Mulcher Door 59 191574 Handle Bolt -- 443310

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Belt Retainer

Screw #10-16 x 5/8

Engine, Briggs & Stratton,
Model Number 128L05-

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O-Ring

Kit, Wheel Adjuster, Rear,
LH (Includes Red Knob

and Pushnut)
Wiring Harness, Battery

Fuse, 40 Amp

Wiring Harness, Handle

Battery

Screw

Key
Nut, Cap
Key Start Switch Assembly
(Includes Switch Housing,

Cap Nut & Wiring Harness)

Housing, Key Start Switch

Charger, Battery
Screw, Hex Washer Head

Fastener, Push
Mounting Bracket, Skirt

Clip, Cable
Clip, Packaging

Owner's Manual, English
Owner's Manual, French

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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1 431508 Drive Control Assembly 27 175262

(Includes Cable) 28 428165

2 421836 Bearing Assembly, 29 409148

Wheel Adjuster 32 194018

9 431649 Cable, Drive 33 426609

10 429544X479 Mounting Bracket, 35 431124

Drive Control

11 194231X460 Wheel & Tire Assembly, Front 36 424657
12 12000058 E-Ring 38 191730

13 403849 Pinion 40 406558
14 189403 Dust Cover 41 431121

15 404845 Pawl, Drive
16 67725 Washer, Flat 3/8 54 422506

17 413808 Nut, Push 57 419951
18 419345X615 Selector Knob 80 421114

20 181698 Screw #8 x 518
25 430458X004 Belt Keeper 81 419735

26 163409 Screw, Hi-Lo Thread #12 x 5t8 82 415585

83 415586

Screw, Pan Head #10-24 x 2-3t4

Drive Cover
Locknut, Hex

Drive Pulley

V-Belt

Kit, Wheel Adjuster, Front, LH
(Includes Red Knob and Pushnut)

Gear Case Assembly, Complete

Locknut, Hex 1/4-20

Spring

Kit, Wheel Adjuster, Front, RH
(Includes Red 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,

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 128L05-1591=F1

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Engine Power Rating Information

The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (So-
ciety of Automo-tive Engineers) code J11940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure),

and rating performance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision
2002-5). Actual gross engine power will be lower and is affected by, among other things, ambi-
ent operating conditions and engine-to-engine variability. Given both the wide array of products

on which engines are placed and the variety of environmental issues applicable to operating the
equipment, the gas engine will not develop the rated gross power when used in a given piece of

power equipment (actual "on-site" or net horsepower). This difference is due to a variety of factors
including, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel

pump, etc.), application limitations, ambient operating conditions (temperature, humidity, altitude),

and engine-to-engine variability. Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton

may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this Series engine.

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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 128L05-1591=F1

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1 697322 Cylinder Assembly

2 399269 Kit=Bushing/Seal

(Magneto Side)
3 299819s Seal-Oil (Magneto Side)
4 493279 Sump-Engine
5 691160 Head-Cylinder
7 692249 Gasket-Cylinder Head
8 695250 Breather Assembly

9 699472 Gasket-Breather

10 691125 Screw (Breather Assembly)
11 691781 Tube-Breather

11A 691923 Tube-Breather

(Air Cleaner Primer Base)

12 692232 Gasket-Crankcase
13 690912 Screw (Cylinder Head)

15 691680 Plug-Oil Drain
16 797017 Crankshaft

20 399781s Seal-Oil (PTO Side)
22 691092 Screw

(Crankcase Cover/Sump)
23 691987 Flywheel
24 222698s Key-Flywheel
25 797302 Piston Assembly (Standard)

797302 Piston Assembly

(.020" Oversize)
26 797304 Ring Set (Standard)

797305 Ring Set (.020" Oversize)

27 691588 Lock-Piston Pin
28 298909 Pin-Piston

29 797306 Rod-Connecting
32 691664 Screw (Connecting Rod)

(1/4-28 x 1.09)
32A 695759 Screw (Connecting Rod)

(1/4-28 x 1.52)
33 262651s Valve-Exhaust

34 262652s Valve-Intake
35 691270 Spring-Valve (Intake)

36 691270 Spring-Valve (Exhaust)
37 793756 Guard-Flywheel
40 692194 Retainer-Valve

43 691997 Slinger-Governor/Oil
45 690548 Tappet-Valve

46 691449 Camshaft
48 792741 Short Block
50 796703 Manifold-Intake

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

51
54
55
58
60

65
78
81
97
104
108
117
118

121
125
127
130
133
134
137
141
163
187

188
190

202
209
222
227
276
287
291
300

304
305
306
307
309
332
333
334
337
356
358

796704
691650
691421
697316
795426

690837
691108
691740
696565
797622
796708
695042
498977

498260
796707
694468
696564
398187
398188
796610
796193
795629
791766

693999
690940

691829
699056
793754
690783
271716
690940
790830
790828

790826
691108
790836
690345
799045
690662
799382
691061
796112s
692390
794307

Gasketq ntake
Screw (Intake Manifold)

Grip-Starter Rope
Screw (Rewind Starter)
Screw (Flywheel Guard)

Shaft-Throttle

Valve-Choke
Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Carburetor

Valve-Throttle

Gasket-Float Bowl

Gasket-Air Cleaner

Screw (Control Bracket)
Screw (Fuel Tank)

Spring-Governor (No Color)

Washer-Sealing
Screw (Dipstick Tube)

Thermostat

Screw (Blower Housing)
Shield-Cylinder
Screw (Cylinder Shield)

Armature-Magneto
Screw (Magneto Armature)

Wire-Stop
Gasket Set-Engine

Housing-Rewind Starter
Rope-Starter

Lock-Muffler Screw

Pin-Float Hinge

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Plug-Welch

Float-Carburetor
Kit-Needle/Seat

Kit-Choke Shaft

Line-Fuel
(Cut To Required Length)

Link-Mechanical Governor

Bracket-Control
Lever-Governor Control

Muffler
Housing-Blower

Motor-Starter
Nut (Flywheel)

Plug-Spark

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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 128L05-1591=F1

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

362 793351
365 691688
404 690272
425 690670
443 692523

445 491588s
455 791960
456 692299
459 281505s
505 691251
523 499621
524 692296

525 495265
562 691119
564 698589
584 697734
585 691879
592 690800
597 691696
601 791850
604 790703
608 497680
613 790833
615 690340
616 698801

617 270344s
621 692310
633 691321

633A 693867

684 690345

689 691855
718 690959
741 797521
742 93941
745 691648
789 796574
842 691031
847 692047
851 493880s
853 695268
868 697338

Shield-Spark Plug
Screw (Carburetor)
Washer (Governor Crank)
Screw (Air Cleaner Cover)

Screw

(Air Cleaner Primer Base)
Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge

Cup-Flywheel

Plate-Pawl Friction
PawI-Ratchet

Nut (Governor Control Lever)

Dipstick
Seal- Dipstick Tube
Tube-Dipstick

Bolt (Governor Control Lever)
Screw (Control Cover)
Cover-Breather Passage
Gasket-Breather Passage

Nut (Rewind Starter)
Screw (Pawl Friction Plate)
Clamp-Hose (Green)

Cover-Control
Starter-Rewind

Screw (Muffler)

Retainer-Governor Shaft
Crank-Governor

SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold)
Switch-Stop (Brake)

Seal-Choke / Throttle Shaft

(Throttle Shaft)
Seal-Choke / Throttle Shaft

(Choke Shaft)
Screw

(Breather Passage Cover)
Spring-Friction

Pin-Locating
Gear-Timing

Retainer-E Ring
Screw (Brake)

Harness-Wiring
SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube)

Dipstick/Tube Assembly
Terminal-Spark Plug
Adapter-Wire

Seal-Valve

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

869 691155 SeatWalve (Intake)
870 690380 SeatWalve (Exhaust)
871 262001 BushingWalve Guide

(Exhaust Valve)

63709 Bushing-Valve Guide

(Intake Valve)

883 691881 Gasket-Exhaust
921 796706 Cover-Blower Housing

922 692135 Spring-Brake
923 796387 Brake

937 799420 Spline-Starter
957 796577 Cap-FueITank

966 795259 Base-Air Cleaner Primer
968 692298 Cover-Air Cleaner

969 690700 Screw (Blower Housing Cover)
972 796578 Tank-Fuel

975 796611 Bowl-Fuel
1009 691127 Screw (Starter Motor)

1036 --- Label-Emissions (Available

from any Briggs & Stratton

Authorized Dealer)
1058 277039TRI Operator's Manual
1059 692311 Kit-Screw/Washer (Fuel Tank)

1095 498528 Gasket Set-Valve
1210 498144 Pulley / Spring Assembly

(Pulley)

1211 498144 Pulley / Spring Assembly

(Spring)
1329 128L07-5062-F1 Replacement Engine
1330 270962 Repair Manual

1386 790848 Vane-Air
1387 790849 Spring-Air Vane

1388 790850 Screw (Air Vane)

-- 398067 SparkArrester
(available accessory)

Carburetor Overhaul Kit Key Number 121

Engine Gasket Set Key Number 358

Valve Gasket Set

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Key Number 1095

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