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Owner's Manual
JCRAFTSMAN® IMOWER
ROTARY LAWN
5.5 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
21" Multi-Cut
Model No.
944.365450
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
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Warranty .................................................. 2
Safety Rules ......................................... 2-3
Product Specifications ........................... 4
Assembly/Pre-Operation ...................... 4-5
Operation ............................................ 6-10
Maintenance Schedule .......................... 11
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For Two years from date of purchase Sears Canada, Inc. will repair or replace at Sears
option free of charge parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship.
COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE:
Warranty on Power Mower (Gas) will be ninety (90) days from date of purchase if used
for commercial or rental purposes.
This Warranty does NOT cover:
• Pre-delivery set-up. • In-home service
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-
shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual.
Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Power Mower to the nearest
Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this prod-
uct is used in Canada.
Maintenance ..................................... 11-14
Service and Adjustments .................. 14-15
Storage ............................................. 16-17
Troubleshooting ................................ 18-19
Repair Parts ...................................... 20-27
Sears Service .......................... Back Cover
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit legal
rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation. Fur-
thermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitation on how long an implied warranty will
last so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
IMPO RTANT: This cutting machine iscapable of amputating hands and feet and throwing ob-
jects. Failu re to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
_kLook for this symbol to point out im- I. GENERAL OPERATION
portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_kWARNING: In order to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting, ad-
justing or making repairs, always disconnect
spark plug wire and place wire where itcannot
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.
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-
charge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by 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 bare-
foot or wearing open sandals. Always
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wear substantial foot wear.
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• 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 operator.
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 ap-
proved 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.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle; walk, never run.
• Disengage the self-propelled mech-
anism 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. Vibra-
tion is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when oper-
ating mower.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip&
fall accidents which can result insevere
injury.All slopes require extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow across the face of slopes: never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.
• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
footing could cause slipping.
IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the ma-
chine and the mowing activity. Neveras-
sume 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 while walking backwards,
look behind and down for small children.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
IV. 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 contain-
er where there is an open flame, spark
or pilot lightsuch 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 equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground, if this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
clothing immediately.
• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas
cap and tighten securely.
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V. GENERAL SERVICE
• Never run machine inside a closed area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor)running.Disconnectthe
spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
fromthe plugtoprevent accidentalstarting.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
ment 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 orfuel spill-
age. Allow machine to cool before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
AWARNING: 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 Centre
(See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
• Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine is running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
• Do not change the engine governor set-
ting or overspeed the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruc-
tion labels, as necessary.
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. All parts such as nuts, wash-
ers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the
assembly have been placed in the parts
bag. To ensure safe and proper opera-
tion of your lawn mower, all parts and
hardware you assemble must be tightened
securely. Use the correct tools as neces-
sary to ensure proper tightness.
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 mower out of carton and check
carton thoroughly for additional loose
parts.
HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN
MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or damage control cables.
1. Raise lower handle section to operat-
ing position and align hole in handle
with one of three height positioning
holes.
2. Insert handle bolt through handle and
bracket and secure with knob.
3. Repeat for opposite side of handle.
4. Remove protective padding, raise up-
per handle section into place on lower
handle and tighten both handle knobs.
5. 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.
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Operator
control bar
UP
Handle
bracket
MOWING
POSITION
Upper
handle
Handle
knob
Lower handle
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.
Knob
/
Vinyl
bindings
Frame
opening
TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. To convert to bag-
ging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER" in the
Operation section of this manual.
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KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER
READTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR
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 inliterature supplied with the product.
Learn and understand their meaning.
CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER,KEEPHANDS
OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY
Drive
control
lever
Starter Gasoline filler cap
-Operator presence controlbar
-landle knob
Grass Fuel valve lever
Spark plug
Air
Mulcher plug
Single point heig
adjuster handle
Engine oil fill q
tousing
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped Mulcher
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine, door
MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the
American National Standards Instituteand the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-
mission. The blade turns when the engine is running.
Operator presence control lever - must
be held down to the handle to start the
engine. Release to stopthe engine.
Drive control bar - used to engage
power-propelled forward motion of mower.
Single point height adjuster - used to
adjust cutting height of lawn mower.
Starter handle - used for starting engine.
Mulcher door - allows conversion to
discharging or bagging operation.
Mulcher plug - located at the rear dis-
charge opening. Must be removed when
converting to bagging operation.
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Theoperation of any lawn
mower can result in foreign
objects thrown into the
eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Always
wear safety glasses or eye shields while
operating your lawn mower or performing
any adjustments or repairs. We recom-
mend standard safety glasses or a wide
vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
presence control bar
control
TO lever
Adjustment ENGAGE DRIVE
button (on DRWE CONTROL
underside) CONTROL DISENGAGED
HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed was set at the factory
for optimum performance. Speed 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 isequipped 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 hold-
ing the operator presence control bar
down to the handle and pulling the drive
control lever rearward to the handle.
The farther toward the handle the lever
is pulled, the faster the unit will travel.
• Forward motion will stop when either
the operator presence control bar or
drive control lever are released. To stop
forward motion without stopping engine,
release the 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.
• 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.
DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
Over time, the drive control system may be-
come "loose", resulting in decreased speed.
There is abutton onthe underside ofthe 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. Pull out button on underside of drive
control, then push button back in.
3. Operate mower to test drive speed.
If condition becomes worse after
the above steps (forward speed has
become slower), your system was not
"loose". Repeating the above steps will
return your unit to the proper adjust-
ment and speed.
4. If condition fails to improve after the
above steps (forward speed remains
the same), your drive belt is worn and
should be replaced.
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
All four wheels are adjusted by a single
lever.
• Pull adjuster lever toward wheel. To
raise mower, move lever forward to
desired position. To lower mower, move
the lever toward the rear.
LEVER
BACKWARD
TO LOWER
MOWER
Height J
adjuster lever
\
LEVER
FORWARD
TO RAISE
MOWER
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TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER
1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower
and place the grass catcher frame side
hooks onto the door pivot pins,
2. The grass catcher is secured to the
lawn mower housing when the rear
door is lowered onto the grass catcher
frame.
_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without mulcher plug, clipping deflector or
approved grass catcher in place. Never at-
tempt to operate the lawn mower with the
rear door removed or propped open.
Rear
Grass
catcher
handle
TO CONVERT MOWER
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging
or discharging:
REAR BAGGING
• Open rear door and remove mulcher
plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe
place.
• You can now install the grass catcher or
optional clipping deflector.
• To convert to mulching or discharging
operation, install mulcher plug into rear
discharge opening of mower.
Catcher frame hook
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
1. Lift up on grass catcher using the
frame handle.
2. Remove grass catcher with clippings
from under lawn mower handle.
3. Empty clippings from bag.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emp-
tying; itwill cause unnecessary wear.
'_k/ \ Grass
kJ_.--_ catcher
Mulcher plug
SIDE DISCHARGING
• Mulcher plug must be installed into rear
discharge opening of mower.
• 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 closed.
SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN
CONVERTINGYOUR LAWN MOWER
FOR MULCHING -
1. Rear mulcher plug installed.
2. Mulcher door closed.
FOR REAR BAGGING -
1. Rear mulcher plug removed.
2. Grass catcher installed.
3. Mulcher door closed.
FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -
1. Rear mulcher plug installed.
2. Discharge deflector installed.
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_CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without mulcher plug, clipping deflector or
approved grass catcher in place. Never
attempt to operate the lawn mower with
the rear door removed or propped open.
rOpen mulcher door
Discharge
deflector
_1_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 oil after every 25 hours of
operation or each season. You may
need to change the oil more often
under dusty, dirty conditions. See 'q-O
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 inquantities that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-
ness,
A CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oilor
fuel. Do not store, spillor use gasoline
near an open flame.
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 Instructionsfor
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
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.
Oil fill cap / Gasoline
filler cap
Upper
mark mark
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TO STOP ENGINE
• To stop engine, release operator pres-
ence control bar.Wait untilblade and
all moving parts have stopped and turn
fuel valve to OFF position if you do not
intend to restart the engine soon.
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 position.
2. Move choke lever to ON (I\I ) 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.
OFF ,Choke lever
Fuel valve lever
• Pores in cloth grass catchers can be-
come filled with dirt and dust with use
and catchers will collect less grass. To
prevent this, regularly hose catcher off
with water and let dry before using.
• Keeptop ofengine around starter clear and
clean of grass clippings and chaff.This will
help engine airflow 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 intothe grass and
notbe noticed. Also,the mulchedgrasswill
biodegrade quicklyto provide nutrientsfor
the lawn. Always mulch with your highest
engine (blade) speed as this will provide
the best recutting action of the blades.
• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet
grass tends to form clumps and interferes
with the mulching action. The best time to
mowyourlawn istheearlyafternoon. Atthis
time the grass has dried, yet the newly cut
area will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• For best results, adjustthe lawn mowercut-
ting height so that the lawn mower cuts off
only the top one-third ofthe grass blades.
Ifthe lawn is overgrown itwill be necessary
to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of mulched
grass. For extremely heavy grass, reduce
your width of cut by overlapping previously
cut path and mow slowly.
MOWING TIPS
A, CAUTION, Do not use de-thatcher
blade attachments on your mower. Such
attachments are hazardous, will 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 cutto 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. 10
Certain types of grass and grass conditions
may requirethat an area be mulched a sec-
ond time to completely hide the clippings.
When doing a second 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 .EFOREA ER' EVER' EW.' EVER SEFORE
SCHEDULE use USE HOURS OR SEASON HOURS
Check for Loose Fasteners
_ Clean / InspectGrass Catcher *
Check Tires
_ Check Drive Wheels
Clean Lawn Mower ....
M Clean under Drive Cover ***
O Check DriveBelt / Pulleys ***
_ Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade
R Lubrication
Clean and Recharge Battery**
Check Engine Oil level
E Change EngineOil
mclean AirFilter
!Inspect Muffler
NI Repla_ Spark Plug
I= Replace Air Filter PaperCartridge
Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer
* (ifso equipped)
** Electric-Startmowers
*** Power-Propelledmowers
**** Use a scraper
toclean underdeck
1- Change more often if operatingundera heavy load or inhighoutdoortemperatures.
2- Servicemore oftenif operafJngindirtyor dusty conditions.
3 - Replace blades more oftenwhenmowinginsandysoil.
4 - Charge 48 hoursat endof season.
5 - Andaftereach 5 hoursof use,
EACH EACH 10 25 HOURS 100 STORAGE
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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
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will 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
(_ Mulcher
,.door hingepin
Rear door
(_) 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 dirtthatwlU shorten the lifeof
the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they
must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered
graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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ine oil
hinge
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LAWN MOWER
Always observe safety rules when per-
forming any maintenance.
TIRES
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
controlchemicals 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 you
mow to be sure they move freely. The
wheels not turning freely means trash,
grass cuttings, etc., may be inside the
drive wheel and dust cover area and must
be cleaned out to free drive wheels.
if necessary to clean the drive wheels,
check both rear wheels.
BLADE CARE
For best results, blade must be kept sharp.
Replace a bent or damaged blade.
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 hardware
(bolt, lock washer, 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
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.
3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (oppo-
site 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. / 47-54 N-m.
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=
Lockwasher _
_ade Y_
bolt Hardene(
washer
Key _ Crankshaft
ral mg edge Crankshaft
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is
balanced. Care should be taken to keep
the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade
will cause eventual damage to lawn mower
or engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while on the mower.
• To check blade balance, drive a nail into
a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of
the straight nail exposed. Place center
hole of blade over the head of the nail.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in
a horizontal position. If either end of the
blade moves downward, sharpen the
heavy end until the blade is balanced.
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.
If lubricant is required, use only Texaco
Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No.
750369. Do not substitute.
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ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers ex-
pense, 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 oil rated
with API service classification SG-SL.
Selectthe oil's SAE viscosity grade according
to your expected operating temperature.
_AE VISCOSITY GRADES
I
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 opera-
tion or at least once a year if the lawn mower
is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each five (5)
hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil level.
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.
2. Remove oil fill 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 fill 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 intothe tube
when taking reading.
7. Continue adding small amounts of
oil and rechecking the dipstick until it
reads full. 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
everyseason, whichever occurs first. Service
aircleaner more often under dustyconditions.
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER
1. Remove cover.
2. Carefully remove cartridge.
3. Clean by gently tapping on a fiat sur-
face. If very dirty, replace cartridge.
_t_CAUTION" Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean car-
tridge. 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.
Filter Filter
Cover
Tabs
Oil fill cap /
dipstick
Upper
mark
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 plugtype and gap setting
are shown in the "PRODUCT SPECIFIC-
ATIONS" section of this manual.
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CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean the underside of your mower
after each use.
/I, CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
• 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.
cannot come in contact with plug.
• Clean underside of 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.
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Clean under drive cover at least twice a sea-
son. Scrape underside of cover with putty
knife or similar tool to remove any build-up
of trash or grass on underside of drive cover.
/I, WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or adjustments:
1. Release control bar and stop engine.
2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in
contact with plug.
LAWN MOWER
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
See '90 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
intothe operator mowing position. If the
deflector becomes damaged, it should be
replaced.
TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.
2. Remove screws retaining drive cover
(not shown); and remove drive cover
from lawn mower housing.
3. Remove drive cable from anchor, then
detach spring from idler arm assembly.
Drive _ _ Drive cable anchor
4. Remove idler arm assembly from
housing by removing hex nut; then
remove drive belt from drive pulley, belt
keepers and idler arm assembly.
5. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make
sure air filter and carburetor are up.
6. 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.
Crankshaft
Housing hole
Hardened
washer
Tab-
Blade
bolt
pulley _ / Drive belt
@° o)}:,,\\\
Belt I_ Ilex Idler arm Housing
keepers nut assembly hole
Trailing edge
7. Remove blade bolt.
8. Remove blade, attaching hardware
(bolt, lock washer and hardened
washer), blade adapter and debris
shield. Note that the debris shield has
a tab which fits into the housing hole.
9. Remove drive belt from engine pulley;
discard old belt.
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TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT
1, Place new drive belt on engine pulley.
2, Route the other end of the new drive
belt through hole in housing.
3. Return mower to upright position.
4. Install new drive belt into idler arm
assembly, then around the drive pulley.
Be sure belt is inside of belt keepers.
5. Reattach idler arm assembly with hex
nut previously removed.
6. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make
sure air filter and carburetor are up.
7. Reattach debris shield to housing with
tab of debris shield in housing hole.
8. Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.
9. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (op-
posite sharp edge) is up toward the
engine as shown.
10. Install the blade bolt with the lock
washer and hardened washer into
blade adapter and crankshaft.
11. 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.
12. Return mower to upright position.
13. Reattach drive cable spring to the idler
arm assembly, then reattach drive
cable to anchor.
14. Reattach drive cover with screws previ-
ously removed.
15.Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.
TO ADJUST HANDLE
The handle on your lawn mower has three
(3) height positions - adjust to 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 boltfrom
opposite side, align hole in handle with
desired hole in handle bracket and
reassemble bolt and knob and tighten
secu rely.
3. Align opposite side of handle with
same positioning hole and secure with
bolt and knob.
bracket
Knob
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission controldevices and systems,
which are being done at the customers ex-
pense, 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 sat.
Do not attempt to increase engine speed
or it may result in personal injury.If you
believe that the engine is runningtoo fast
or too slow, take your lawn 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 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.
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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
Handle
bracket
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 mower 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 as-
sembly forward and allow it to rest on
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers ex-
pense, may be performed byany non-road
engine repair establishment or individual.
Warranty repairs mustbe performed by an
authorized engine manufacturer's service
outlet.
FUEL SYSTEM
mower.
3. Reinstall knobs and carriage bolts to
lower handle or handle brackets 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 damage
the controlcables.
Operator
MOWING gine and letting it run until the fuel lines
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose ortank 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 instorage.
• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-
POSITION and carburetor are empty.
control bar
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
, damage may occur.
/'" • Use fresh fuel next season.
FOLD
FORWARD
FOR
STORAGE
Upper alternative in minimizing the formation
handle of fuel gum deposits during storage.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix
Handle
ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
knob engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor. Do not empty the gas tank
Lowerhandle and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
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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 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 protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do
not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe,
which allows condensation to form and
will cause your unit to rust.
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,
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TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed
tO a Sears Service Centre.
PROBLEM
Does not start
CAUSE
1. Dirty air filter.
2. Out of fuel.
3. Stale fuel.
4. Water in fuel.
5. Spark plug wire is
disconnected.
6. Bad spark plug.
7. Loose blade or broken
blade adapter.
8. Control bar in released
position.
9. Control bar defective.
10. Fuel valve lever (if so
equipped) in OFF position.
11. Weak battery (if equipped).
12. Disconnected battery
connector (if equipped).
CORRECTION
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.
Loss of power
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. 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 Service Centre.
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Poor cut- 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade.Tighten
uneven blade bolt.
2, Wheel heights uneven. 2. Set all wheels at same
height.
3. Buildup of grass, leaves 3. Clean underside of
and trash under mower, mower housing.
Excessive 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade.Tighten
vibration blade bolt.
2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
Starter rope Engine flywheel brake is on
.
hard to pull when control bar is released.
2.
Bent engine crankshaft.
3.
Blade adapter broken.
4.
Blade dragging in grass.
Grass catcher
not filling
(If so equipped)
Hard to push
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.
Loss of drive
or slowing of
drive speed
1. Belt wear.
2. Belt off of pulley.
3. Drive cable worn or broken.
4. "Loose" drive control system.
1. Depress control bar to
upper handle before
pulling starter rope.
2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
3. Replace blade adapter.
4. Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface.
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/reinstall drive belt.
3. Replace drive cable.
4. Adjust drive control,
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CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.365450
KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 196748 Handle, Upper 31 189026 Blade, 21"
2 193664 Handle, Lower 32 851074 Washer
3 186053 Spdng, Rear Door, RH 33 850263 Washer, Lock
4 179585 Rope Guide 34 851084 Bolt, Hax Head
5 132004 Nut, Hex, with Lockwasher Insert 1/4-20 35 188786 Debds Shield
6 66426 Wire, Tie 36 192325 Bolt
7 191574 Bolt, Handle 5/16-18 x 2-5/8 37 150406 Bolt, Engine
8 1823986 Knob, Handle 38 - - - Engine, Honda, Model Number
9 194580X428 Control Bar GCV166-AS3A (See Breakdown)
12 51793 Cotter, Hairpin 39 194133 Grassbag
13 186052 Spring, Rear Door, LH 40 188817 Frame, Gressbag
14 750634 Screw 41 107339X Danger Decal
15 850733X004 Bracket, Upstop 42 54583 Screw
16 185855X428 Kit, Rear Door (Includes Springs) 45 183058X428 Mulcher Door Assembly
17 184193 Bolt, Rear Door 46 169699)(428 Discharge Guard
18 187535 Plug, Mulcher 47 88349 Nut, Hex
19 196088 Kit, Housing 48 188839X004 Mounting Bracket, Debris Shield
20 193917X479 Handle Bracket Asembly, LH 50 57808 Screw
21 193916X479 Handle Bracket Assembly, RH 51 184543 Pulley,V-Groove, Idler
22 150078 Screw, Hex Washer Head 52 145212 Flanged Nut
23 163183 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 5/8 53 155552 Locknut
24 73800500 Nut, Hax, with Lockwasher Insert 5/16-18 54 179719X004 IdlerArm
25 161333 Baffle, Side 55 166043 Idler Pulley
26 163409 Screw #12 x 5/8 58 160829 Shoulder Bolt
27 188986 Skirt, Rear 57 179783X004 Bracket Assembly
28 88652 Screw, Hinge 1/4-20 x 1.25 96 192770 Clip, Cable
29 191221 Cable, Engine Zone Control - - 162300 Warning Decal (not shown)
30 189179 Blade Adapter/Pulley - - 196079 Owner's Manual, English
- - 196080 Owner's Manual, French
NOTE: Allcomponent 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 yourlawn mower and voidyour warranty.
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KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 187803
2 188277
3 187353
4 188281
5 188278
6 186198
7 184212X479
8 184987
9 190284
10 194215
11 189836
12 187653
13 188645
14 189408
15 132010
16 161584
17 161602
18 193663X004
19 167650
20 12000022
21 163365
22 169911
23 161118)(004
24 57808
25 194730X428
26 750634
27 52160
28 12000058
29 189403
30 175104
31 184172
32 180774
KEY PART
DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
Drive Control Assembly 33 83923 Nut, Rangelock 3/8-16
Cover, Top 34 180626 Hubcap, Mag
Pulley 35 193440X004 Shaft Assembly, Rear
Lever, Ddve Control 36 193438X004 Shaft Assembly, Front
Cover, Bottom 37 161463 Retainer, FrontShaft
Screw 38 163409 Screw #12 x 5/8
Mounting Bracket 39 700279 Clip, Retainer
Cap, Bottom 40 150339 Wheel 8 x 2
Cable, Drive 41 188330 Pinion Assembly, RH
Decal, Drive Control Operation 42 145212 Nut, Flangelock
Decal, Drive Control Adjustment (bottom) 43 188331 Pinion Assembly, LH
Screw 44 182212 V-Belt
Gear Case Assembly, Complete 45 175098 Pawl
Pulley, Ddve 46 188291 Spring, Torsion
Nut, Flangelock, Zinc Plated 3/8-18 47 87725 Washer
Rod, Connecting 48 175105 Retainer, Drive, LH
Spring, Extension 49 175103 Pinion, Gear
Spring, Selector 50 175102 Retainer, Drive, RH
Knob, Selector Spring 51 187530 * Case, Lower
E-Ring 7/8 52 187531 * Case, Upper
Bearing, Support 53 187532 Gear, 24 Teeth
Bearing, Ball 54 187533 Shaft, input
Retainer, Drive Assembly 55 183505 Wire, Formed
Screw,Tapping, Hex Head 1/4-20 x .75 56 183506 Bearing, Ball
Cover Ddve 57 183508 Seal, Output Shaft
Screw, Threaded, Rolled #10-25 x .50 58 183509 Washer
Washer, Shim (as required) 59 183511 Bushing
E-Ring 7/16 61 183513 Screw
Cover, Dust, Wheel 62 183514 Seal, Input Shaft
Disc, Ddve
Seal, Fdction * Use Dow Coming #709 to raseal Gear Case Halves.
Wheel 9 x 2
60 191249 Shaft, Output
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. Failureto do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mowerand void your warranty.
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HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A
LABEL I
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CAMSHAFT PULLEY I
CARBURETOR I
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HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCVo160-AS3A
FAN COVER[
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HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A
CYLINDER BARREL I
CRANKSHAFT I
PISTON CONNECTING ROD I
T
CHOKE
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 7257157
2 4209581
3 7257185
4 7257173
5 7257181
6 7257199
7 7257207
8 7229867
9 0747733
10 3674413
11 2544690
12 0369017
13 0636951
DESCRIPTION
Seal, Choke Lever
Spdng, Cable Return
Lever, Choke
Base Comp., Choke
Spdng, Choke Lever
Hook, Choke Spring
Plate, Choke
Rod, Stop
Bolt, Flange #6x 16
Screw, Tapping #4 x 8 (PO)
Screw, Pan Head #5x 19
Screw, Pan Head #4 x 8
Nut, Flange 5 mm
CAMSHAF'rPULLEY
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 7049679
2 5580063
3 7058985
4 5580089
5 5580097
6 5580105
7 5580113
8 5580121
9 6580139
10 1426980
11 0294819
12 0004598
13 6315873
14 6889831
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DESCRIPTION
PulleyComp., Camshaft
Shaft, Cam Pulley
Belt, Timing (84HU7 G-200)
RockerArm, Intake Valve
RockerArm, Exhaust Valve
Shaft, Rocker Arm
Valve, Intake
Valve, Exhaust
Spr_ng,Valve
Retainer, Intake Valve Spring
Screw, Tappet Adjusting
Nut, Tappet Adjusting
O-Ring 6.8 x 1.9 (ARAI)
Seal, Valve Stem
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HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A
LABELS
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
9 7400187 Mark, Choke Indication
CARBURETOR
KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION
1 3088416 Packing Set
2 5580162 Float Set
3 3465879 Chamber Set, Float
5 1441518 Screw Set
7 7301138 Carburetor Asssembly (SB62G A)
8 5580212 Valve, Float
9 5580220 NoZZle, Main
10 5580238 Insulator,Carburetor
11 5580246 Packing, Insulator
12 4581120 Packing, Carburetor
13 5580253 Packing, Carburetor
14 5580535 Guide Comp.. Air
15 0639419 Screw, Pan Head #5 x 6
16 0635474 Jet, Main #60
0635482 Jet. Main #62
0636126 Jet, Main #65
17 1672187 Screw Set, Drain
FAN COVER
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 3683646 Rubber Supporter (107 mm)
2 7357379 Cock Assembly, Fuel
3 5189352 Bracket, Fuel Cock
4 6673289 Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank
5 5580469 Tube, Fuel
6 7399371 Cover Comp., Fan (r89)
8 6978399 Collar, Fuel Cock
9 5581004 Bolt,Stud
10 0671636 Screw,Washer Head #5 x 10
11 6754279 Tube, FuelTank
12 0250647 Clip,Tube (B8)
13 0250985 Clip,Tube (1310)
14 0053447 Clip,Tube (C9)
AIR CLEANER
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
I 5720289 Tube,Breather
2 6718159 Element, Air Cleaner
3 5580410 Case Assembly, Air Cleaner
5 5664560 Packing, Air Cleaner
6 6673255 Cover, Air Cleaner
7 5580964 Bolt,Flange #6 x 86 (CT200)
8 2374742 Bolt, Flange #6 x 14
RECOIL STARTER
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 6092886 Starter Assembly, Recoil
8 5580634 Gdp, Starter
9 5580642 Rope, Recoil Starter
11 6478812 Nut, Flange 6 mm
PISTON I CONNECTING ROD
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 5580014 Piston
2 1426576 Pin, Piston
3 5580022 Rod Assembly, Connecting
4 1431055 Bolt,Connecting Rod
5 2605517 Clip. Piston Pin 13 mm
6 5655949 Ring Set, Piston(Riken)
7154727 Ring Set, Piston(Teikoku)
CYUNUER BARREL
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 6842413
2 2399780
3 5579990
4 5580006
5 0636845
6 0803619
7 5581038
8 1441112
9 1899848
FLYWHEEL
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 0348433
3 6859722
4 6859714
5 6315816
6 5580683
8 5580790
10 0803619
11 1725050
12 0671552
13 0442038
16 0485946
16 1510361
19 1824630
20 1240845
21 7301591
CRANKSHAFT
KEY PART
NO. NO.
3 5664495
5 5581012
OIL PAN
KEY PART
NO. NO,
1 6771489
2 5716915
4 1452754
5 5664503
6 5664511
8 6384341
9 6384333
10 5580287
11 5580295
12 1427244
13 1427251
14 5580303
15 0803619
16 0748111
17 2413862
18 2456697
19 5581046
20 1377704
21 0345900
22 0115527
23 1417369
MUFFLER
KEY PART
NO. NO.
•1 5580485
2 5664610
3 5737457
4 5580972
5 0636845
6 5656012
7 5611397
278 1431121
DESCRIPTION
Sorrel Assembly, Cylinder
Clip, Valve Guide
Cover, Head
Cover Comp., Breather
Bolt, Flange #6 x 12 (CT200)
Bolt, Flange #6 x 14 (CT200)
OilSeal 25A x 62 x 6
Plug, Spark (BPR6ES) (NGK)
Guide, Exhaust Valve (O.S.)
DESCRIPTION
Key,Special, Woodruff #25 x 18
Coil Assembly, Ignition
Flywheel Assembly
Cord, Stop Switch
Switch Assembly, Engine Stop
Spring. Brake Lever
Bolt, Flange #6 x 14 (CT200)
Bolt, Flange #6 x23 (CT2OO)
Bolt, Flange #6 x 20 (CT200)
Nut, Special 14 mm
Screw, Washer Head #4x12
Washer. Plain 4 mm
Clip A, Cable
Grommet A, Rear Cover
Brake Sob-Assembly
DESCRIPTION
Crankshaft Comp.
Washer, Thrust
DESCRIPTION
Pan Assembly,Oil
Gauge Assembly,Oil Level
Packing, Oil Filler cap
Extension,Oil Filler
Washer, Extension Rock
Shaft Comp., Governor Holder
Governor Assembly
Weight, Governor
Holder, Governor Weight
Pin, GovernorWeight
Slider, Governor
Shaft, Governor Arm
Bolt,Flange #6 x 14 (CT200)
Bolt,Flange #6 x 25
Washer, Thrusl 6 mm
Clip, Governor Holder
Oil Seal 28x41.25x6
O-Ring 14.8 x 2.4 (NOK)
Washer, Plain 6 mm
Pin, Lock 8 mm
Dowel Pin #8 x 20
DESCRIPTION
Muffler,Complete
Protector,Muffler (CBU)
Gasket, Muffler
Bolt, Flange #6 x 79 (CT200)
Bolt. Flange #6 x 12 (CT200)
Spark Attester
Plate, Arrester Number
Screw, Tapping #4 x 6
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