Craftsman 987.889000 User Manual

OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

987.889000

CRAFTSMAM

A Caution;

Read and Follow
All Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment.

8 HORSEPOWER 33-INCH MOWER

Assembly
Operation

Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments

Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60179 U.S.A.

FORM 1905122 (3/98)

SAFETY RULES

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CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT

AA CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SET- Ak

TING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS. **

IMPORTANT

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Fail

ure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

8. Do not operate the mower without proper guards,

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicais known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow alt instructions on the
machine and in the manuals. Be thoroughly familiar

with the controls and the proper use of the mower

before starting.

2.

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the mower blade and discharge open
ing at all times.

plates, grass catcher or other safety protective de
vices in place.

9. Refer to provided instructions for proper operation
and installation of accessories. Only use acces
sories approved by Sears, Roebuck and Co.

10. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks,
or roads.

11. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug whenever you leave the unit, be
fore cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute.

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3.

Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar

with the instructions, to operate the mower.

4.

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

5.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
Keep bystanders at least 25 feet away from the area
of operation.

6.

Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.

7.

Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely nec

essary. Look down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

12. Shut the engine off, wait until the blade comes to a
complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire
before installing or removing the mulcher cover or
the optional grass catcher. Make certain that the
grass catcher is securely attached before operating
the mower. Empty the grass catcher after each use-

decomposing debris could generate enough heat to

catch fire.

13. Mow in daylight or good artificial light.

14. Do not operate the mower while under the influence

of alcohol or daigs.

15. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk;

never run.

16. Disengage the Wheel Drive Lever on self-propelled

models before starting the engine.

17. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Then
check immediately for the cause. Vibration is gener
ally a warning of trouble.

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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS-ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

SAFETY RULES

18. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields when operating mower.

19. Watch for traffic when operating near, or when cross
ing roadways.

20. Never attempt to carry children or other passengers
on the mower. They could fall off and be seriously in

jured, or they could interfere with the safe operation

of the mower.

21. Check the operation of the Operator Presence Con
trol before each use. See the Customer Responsibili
ties Section of this manual for instructions. If the

mower blades rotate longer than three seconds after
the Operator Presence Control is released, the sys
tem is not working properly. Immediately contact
your local Sears Service Center/Department for in
structions. Do not use the mower until the mecha
nism is repaired.

22. The mower is equipped with a safety discharge
chute, comes with a special mulcher cover and offers
an optional grass catcher. The safety discharge
chute must be working properly at all times. Never
attempt to disconnect or othenwise cause this dis
charge chute to cease working. If used, mulcher
cover or grass catcher attachment must be installed
properly and function correctly. Do not use your

equipment othenwise.

23. Never run the engine in an enclosed area. Engine ex

haust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas that is

odorless, colorless, and tasteless. Always run the en
gine outdoors and make sure there is adequate
ventilation.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall acci
dents which can result in severe injury. All slopes
require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope,
do not mow it.

DO:

Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes. Avoid slopes greater than 150.

Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide

obstacles. .

DO NOT:

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The operator could loose footing or balance.

Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could

cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
to the presence of children. Children are often at
tracted to the mower and to the mowing activity.

Never assume that children will remain where you

iast saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult.

2. Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area.

3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind
and down for small children.

4. Never allow children to operate the mower.

5. Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.

IV. SERVICE

1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and their vapors are explosive.

a) Use only an approved container.
b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel when the en

gine is running. Allow engine to cool before refu

eling. Do not smoke.
c) Never refuel the machine indoors.
d) Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, such as a water

heater, etc.

e) Move mower away from any gasoline fumes be

fore starting the engine.

2. Never run an engine inside a closed area.

3. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep

the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental

starting.

4. Keep all nuts and bolts, especially the blade attach
ment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condi

tion.

5. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their opera
tion regularly. .

SAFETY RULES

6. Keep mower free of grass, leaves or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to
cool before storing.

7. After striking an object, stop the engine and discon

nect the spark plug wire. Inspect the mower and re

pair, if necessary, before restarting.

8. Never attempt to make mower cutting height adjust
ments whiie the engine is running.

9. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam
age and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with Sears recommended
parts, when necessary.

10. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.

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11. Do not change the engine governor setting or over
speed the engine.

12. Do not touch engine parts which may be hot from
operation. Allow parts to cool completely before in
specting, cleaning or repairing the mower.

13. To access the underside of the mower, tip the mower

rearward. Do not tip the mower forward or on either
of its sides, uniess specifically advised to do so in

this manuai.

14. Maintain or replace safety and instructional decals.
Refer to the Repair Parts Section for replacement
decal information.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman
33-lndi Mower. It has been designed, engineered and
manufactured to give you the best possibie dependability
and performance.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Seam Service
Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

machine.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

help you assemble and maintain your machine properiy.

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES.”

MODEL NUMBER: 987.889000

SERIAL
NUMBER:

_____________________________________

DATE OF
PURCHASE:___________________________________

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL LOCATED RIGHT SIDE OF

THE MOWER DECK.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH THE SERIAL NUM

BER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A
SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER:
DISPLACEMENT:

8 HP

19.43 CU. IN.
FUEL CAPACITY: 3 Quarts
SPARK PLUG (GAP .030-in.):

Champion RJ-17LM
or equivalent

IGNITION

■ Electronic

NET ENGINE WEIGHT 57 LBS.'

' in Canada, replace spark plug with a resistor plug.

WARNING: This machine 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 lo
cal or state taws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working order by the
operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. This engine is not equipped with a
spark arrestor for the muffler. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest Sears autho

rized service center. See the REPAIR PARTS section of
this manual.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears maintenance agreement is avaiiable on this
product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

□ Read and observe the safety rules.
□ Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and using this product.

□ Follow the instmctlons under "CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES” and “STORAGE" sections of
this manual.

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN® POWER MOWER

For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman® Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the

operating and maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.

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

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and
sparlLDlug.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment
according to the instructions contained in the owner’s manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN® MOWER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/ DE

PARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

One year warranty on the following: #38700, #38607. #38712. #38720, #38721, #38725 -

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS.

INDEX

Accessories and Attachments
Adjustments:

B

Blade:

,.7
.15

.25
. .8

32
32

..........

2

C OQ

.0|

....

5

c

............

7

............

8

...

13

.5,23

Features/Controls ......................

Fuel Storage

Fuel Type..................................

Gear Select Lever ........

Handlebar;

14

Assembly...............................

.....

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS....

^TnRAOF ...............................

TROUBLESHOOTING

DECALS

...................................

REPAIR PARTS - MOWER......................................

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE

F

__ _

13

.......................

G

H

.17, 34
___

17

... .14

.........

.....................

.................

Recoil Stert Rope
Repair Parts
Responsibilities, Customer .. .5, 23

Safety Decals
Safety Rules
Service and Adjustments

Spark Plug........................................26

Specifications

Starting/Stopping Engine....................19

9

Storage

............. .

..............

..............

.....................................36

.

.....................................37

.....................................46

...

.............

Back Cover

R

.............................

.....................................

S

..................................

......................................

....................

.....................................

...........................................

26
34
35

16
37

36

2

26

5

34

Controls:

Customer Responsibilities:

Decals

Engine:

Oil

.26

. 14
. 15
. 16
. 14
. 13
. 15

.25
.32

i-25

.23
.26

.36

. .25
. .24
. .24
. .13
. .16
. .26
. .34

L

Lubrication:

Engine

.....

...........................

Mower

.................................

M

Maintenance:

Agreement ...........................

Schedule
Mowing Tips
Mulching Cover

Off-Season Storage..................

Oil ..........................................

Operation
Operator Presence Control
Options

Parts List

Product Specifications ....

...........................

............................

.......................

0

................................

..................................

P

...............................

.17, 23

........

..........

........

.........21

. .15, 18

.........34

..17, 23

........

.........13

...........

,. .21-27

.

...........

23

23

T

Troubleshooting

Unpacking..........................................8

5

................................

U

W

Warranty

Wheel Drive Control ...........................15

13

7

4

...........................................

OPERATOR’S POSITION
All references in this Manual
to LEFT and RIGHT sides of

thè mower are given from the

operator’s position behind the

handlebars (unless specified

: otherwise).

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available when the mower was purchased. They are also available at most

Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide

the model number of your unit.

ENGINE

Spark Plug

MOWER

Grass Catcher

Gas Can

Belt

Fuel Stabilizer

Blade

Motor Oil

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag Contents

Flat Washer,

5/16”
Qty;4

Hex Flange Lock Screw,

1/4”-20 X1/2"

Qty:2

PI

Shift Link - Gear Select Lever

{shown reduced size)

Qty:1

Cotter Pin,

3/32" X 5/8”

Qty:6

Hex Flange Lock Nut,

1/4-20”

Qty:2

Plastic Cable Tie

(shown reduced size)

Qty:1

Hex Flange Lock Screw,

5/16”-18 X 3/4”

Qty:2

Qty: 1

Shift Rod Mounting Plate

(shown reduced size)

Qtytl

ASSEMBLY

Read these instructions in their en

tirety before you attempt to assem

ble or operate your new equipment.
Your new equipment has been as
sembled at the factory with the ex-

Toots Needed For Assembly:

(1)7/16’ Wrench
(1) 3/8“ Wrench
(2) 1/2“ Wrenches
(1) Needle-nose Pliers
(1) Wire Cutter Pliers
(1) Tire-Gauge
(1) Scissors or Pen Knife

UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS

• Inspect your machine immediate
ly. Be sure neither the carton nor
contents have been damaged. If
you find or have reason to sus
pect damage, contact your near
est Sears Service Center/Depart­ment for assistance.

• Cut plastic banding with scissors.
Open box flaps and remove any
packing material from around the
machine. Remove any staples
securing bottom of carton to wood
pallet. Lift off carton. Cut metal
straps securing unit to base.

Leave unit on base of pallet dur
ing assembly steps (to safely re
move unit from base, wait until
you have completed assembly
steps 1-2). Before disposing of
the carton or any of the packing

materials, be sure to check them

thoroughly for any small parts.

• Cut plastic tie straps holding three
long control rods to handlebars.
Also remove any packaging
around the handlebars.

• Perform the assembly on a clean,
level surface. If you need to

move the machine, be careful not
to severely bend any of the con
trol cables on the equipment.

ception of those parts left unassem
bled for shipping purposes. To en
sure safe and proper operation of .
your machine, all parts and hard
ware you install or adjust must be

ASSEMBLY STEPS

Before starting any assembly
steps, disconnect the engine
spark plug wire from the spark

plug.

STEP1: Attach Handlebars

• If applicable, cut and remove any

plastic ties holding wheel drive rod

(F, Figure 2-5) to left handlebar and

blade drive rod (C, Figure 2-5) to

right handlebar. Put rods aside.

• Handlebars (A, Rgure 2-2) are
shipped partially assembled with two
screws (Y, Rgure 2-2) loosely in­stEjIed. It may be necessary to
loosen screws (Y) further to allow the
handlebars to clear the engine air
cleaner.

• Rotate handlebars over engine

and position as shown in Figure 2-2.
Be careful that the handlebars clear

the unit while unfolding. Also, put

end of control rod (E, Figures 2-3
and 2-5) into cut-out (W, Figures
2-2 and 2-3) in back of frame while

rotating handlebars into position.

• Install two 5/16“-18 X 3/4" hex
flange screws (B, Figure 2-2).

• Tighten all four screws (B and Y).

• Secure the engine throttle cable
to the left handlebar with a cable tie
from the hardware bag. Clip off any
excess tie length.

tightened according to the assem
bly instructions. Use the correct
tools as necessary to ensure proper
tightness. .

Figure 2-2: Attach handlebars.

STEP 2: Attach Control Rods

WARNING

The control rods are adjusted
at the factory and should not

require additional adjustment
during assembly. After as
sembling unit, control rod ad
justment should be checked
(and re-adjusted, if neces
sary) according to information

in “Customer Responsibili
ties” Section. Severe person

al injury or property

damage could result from

not following this

instruction.

A. Attach Wheel Drive Control

Rod

• Locate the wheel drive control
rod (F, Figures 2-3 & 2-5) that you

removed from the left handlebar in
Step 1. This rod has a swivel block
(H, Figure 2-3) on one end.

• At left side of engine frame,

insert swivel block (H, Figures 2-3
& 2-5) on wheel drive control rod
into wheel drive control arm (U,

Figure 2-3).

• Add one 5/16” washer (A. Figure

2-3). Secure with cotter pin (B,

Figure 2-3). Bend ends of cotter
pin to secure.

• At upper end of control rod,

secure angled end to Wheel Drive
Control lever (V, Figure 2-4), using
a cotter pin (BB). Bend ends of
cotter pin to secure.

Figure 2~4: Attach wheel drive con
trol rod to lever.

ASSEMBLY

B. Attach Operator Presence

Control Rod:

• Locate control rod (E, Figures.
2-3 & 2-5) attached at upper end
to Operator Presence Control (W,

Figure 2-5).

• At bottom of control rod, insert
swivel block (G, Figures 2-3 &

2-5) into control arm {T, Figure

2-3).

• Add one 5/16” washer and se
cure with cotter pin. Bend ends of
cotter pin to secure.

C. Attach Blade Drive Control

Rod:

• Locate the blade drive control
rod (C, Figure 2-5) that you re

moved in Step 1. Insert one end of

control rod into blade drive bracket

(D, Figure 2-5). Add one 5/16”
washer and secure with cotter pin
(CC). Bend ends of cotter pin to
secure.

• Insert upper end of rod into bot
tom end of Blade Drive Control

lever (J). Add one 5/16” washer

and secure with cotter pin (AA).

Bend ends of cotter pin to secure.

• W

D. Attach and Adjust Gear Select

Lever:

• To remove unit from shipping
crate, hold down Operator Pres
ence Control lever (W, Figure 2-5)
which releases the wheel brake.

• Using the edge of a piece of flat
wood (such as a ruler), remove
the vinyl grip (B, Figure 2-6) from
the gear select lever (I). Place the
wood edge against the edge of the

grip and slowly pull off the grip.

• Insert nylon bushing (Z, Figure
2-6) up into console (L).

• Slide spring and washers (J)
down onto gear select lever.

• Insert gear select lever (I) up
through nylon bushing (Z) in han
dlebar console (L, Figure 2-6).
Guide pin (K) on gear select lever
into groove in shift quadrant (EE).

• Hold lower part of gear select
(ever (I) against bracket (M, Figure
2-7). Position retaining plate (N)
from parts bag in place as shown

in Figure 2-7 (plate below brack
et). Secure plate with two 1/4”-20

X 1/2” long screws (O) and 1/4”-20

locknuts.

• Slide grip (B, Figure 2-6) back

onto upper end of gear select
lever (I).

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ASSEMBLY

• Rotate gear select lever (I, Rg­ures 2-6 & 2-7) clockwise until pin
(K) on gear select rod stops in the
neutral position detent on the shift
pattern quadrant (Figure 2-6).

• Thread shift link (P, Figure 2-7)
partially into ball-joint (Y).

• Move shift arm (X, Figure 2-7)
from side to side as necessary into
each transmission gear detent un
til transmission is in neutrai.

NOTE: Moving shift arm (X) all
the way to the left, and then one
notch back to the right, should put
transmission into neutral. When ~
transmission is in neutral, unit will

move freely when pushed while

holding the Operator Presence

Control iever (W, Figure 2-5)

down. If transmission is NOT in

neutral, there will be a slight drag

on the wheels when pushing unit.

EE

• When shift arm (X) is in neutral

position, rotate shift link (P) toward

end of gear select lever rod (I).

Adjust length of shift link (P) as

necessary to fit into hole in bottom

of gear select lever (I).

NOTE: Pin (K) on Gear Select

Lever (I) must be held in the neu

tral position detent on the shift

quadrant (see Figure 2-6) while

shift link (P, Figure 2-7) is

adjusted. .

I

Pin (K) must be in this detent
when transmission neutrai is
adjusted.

Figure 2-6: Detail - Gear Select Lever in Neutral (N) position.

11

• Insert hooked end of shift link (P,
Figure 2-7) into hole in bottom end

of gear select lever (I) and secure
with cotter pin (Q). Bend ends of
cotter pin. NOTE: It may be nec
essary to lift gear select lever (I) to

install shift link (P).

* Hold down Operator Presence

Control lever (W, Figure 2-5) and
push unit forward and backward.
The wheels should move freely. If
not, adjust length of shift link {P,

Figure 2-7) as necessary.

E. Test Wheel Brake:

Put the Gear Select Lever in in

neutral (N), release all of the con
trol levers, and try to push the unit
forward and backward. The
wheels should not turn. If they do

turn, an adjustment is necessary.

DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT

UNTIL THE WHEEL BRAKE

MECHANISM HAS BEEN

ADJUSTED AND IS WORKING

PROPERLY. See "Wheel Brake
Adjustment’ in “Customer Respon
sibilities.”

ASSEMBLY

WARNING

Do not use the mower if the

wheels continue to turn after

releasing the Operator Pres
ence Control and the Wheel
Drive Control. Severe per
sonal injury or property dam
age could result if this in
struction is not followed.

WARNING

The control rods are adjusted
at the factory and should not
require additional adjustment
during assembly. After
assembling unit, control rod
adjustment should be

checked {and re-adjusted, if
necessary) according to
information in “Customer Re
sponsibilities” Section. Se
vere personal injury or prop
erty damage could result from
not following this

instruction.

STEP 3: Check Tire Pressure

• Use a tire gauge to check №e air
pressure in the rear tires. The air

pressure should be between 15-20
PSI (20 PSI maximum).

• Keep both tires equally inflated
to help prevent machine from

pulling to one side.

STEP 4: After Assembling and
Before Using Unit

• Read this entire Owner’s Manual
for proper safety, operation and

maintenance information.

• Make sure spark plug wire is
connected to spark plug before
starting unit.

IMPORTANT: MOTOR OIL MUST

BE ADDED TO THE ENGINE

CRANKCASE BEFORE START

ING THE ENGINE. OIL FILLING
INSTRUCTIONS ARE COVERED
IN THE “OPERATION” SECTION.

CAUTION

Unit is shipped without oil in
engine crankcase. DO NOT
start engine until oil has been
added. Severe engine dam
age will result if this instruc
tion is not followed. See “Op
eration” Section ot this man
ual for oil filling procedure.

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT

READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT. Know the
location and function of all features and controls on the equipment. Save this manual for future reference.

MEETS ANSI B71.1 -1996

SAFETY STANDARD

This machine meets voluntary

safety standard B71.1 - 1996,
which is sponsored by the Outdoor
Power Equipment Institute, Inc.,
and is published by the American

National Standards Institute, Inc,

Operating Symbols

Various symbols are used on the
mower to indicate control settings

(your model may not have all of the
symbols). These symbols are
shown below with a description of
their meaning.

V

FAST SLOW

s 6

ENGINE

STOP

ENGAGE DISENGAGE

ENGINE

START

9

N

CHOKE

S

ENGINE

RUN

IP

IMPORTANT: The mower is
equipped with a blade-brake-clutch
control system which is designed
to stop the mower blades within
three (3) seconds after release of
the Operator Presence Control.
This system will stop the blades

but not the engine. Therefore, you
can disengage the blade drive at
anytime without having to stop and

restart the engine. This feature is
particularly useful when you need
to cross gravel drives or rough ter

rain and you do not want the spin

ning blades to strike stones or hid

den obstacles.

LOCATION AND USE OF

CONTROLS

Operator Presence Control

This lever (A, Figure 3-1) regu
lates the operation of the rear
wheel brake and the separate

Blade Drive Control.

To engage the Operator Pres
ence Control, press and hold the
lever against the handlebar grip.

Engaging the lever releases the
brake on the rear wheels (allows
wheels to turn). The engaged po

sition also permits the separate

Blade Drive Control to lock In its

engaged position (allows the mow

er blades to turn).

Releasing the lever (disengaged
position) applies the rear wheel
brake and quickly stops the
wheels. Releasing the lever will
also disengage the Blade Drive

WARNING

The blade-brake-clutch con
trol system should stop the

mower blades within three (3)
seconds after release of the
Operator Presence Control. If
the blades do not stop within
three'(3) seconds, put the En

gine Throttle Control in the
STOP position. Disconnect

the spark plug wire and do not

operate the mower until the
blade-brake-clutch control
system has been repaired!

Control, which will apply a brake
that stops the blades within three

(3)seconds.

Always disengage the Operator
Presence Control before starting
the engine. Always engage this
control before engaging the sepa

rate blade drive or wheel drive

controls. ■

A-OPERATOR

PRESENCE CONTROL

Disengaged

Engaged

Figure 3~1

13

OPERATION

Blade Drive Control

Use this lever (B, Figure 3-2) to

engage drive to the mower blades.

To engage the blades, first en
gage the Operator Presence Con
trol (A, Figure 3-2). Then, push the

spring-loaded Blade Drive Control
lever (B) forward until it stays in the
engaged position.

To stop the blades, release the
Operator Presence Control (A).

Doing so will disengage the Blade
Drive Control (B) and automatically
apply the brake that stops the
blades.

. When starting the engine, the
Blade Drive Control should be dis
engaged (released). This helps to
ensure that the blades will not start
turning when the engine starts.

NOTE: Pushing the Blade Drive
Control fonward will engage the
blades even though the Operator
Presence Control is not engaged.
However, this procedure is NOT

RECOMMENDED as you must

maintain constant pressure on the

lever (releasing lever disengages
blades). Always engage the Oper
ator Presence Control before en
gaging the Blade Drive Control.

Gear Select Lever

This lever (C, Figure 3-3) is used

to select any of three forward

ground speeds (1 - Slow, 2 - Medi

um and 3 - Fast), N (Neutral) and

R (Reverse). The gear shift pattern

is shown in Figure 3-4.

To avoid damaging the trans

mission, do not shift gears when
the mower is moving. Select for
ward ground speeds according to

mowing conditions and terrain (use

slower speeds in high grass or on

rough terrain).

For fonward travel, move the

lever into one of the three num
bered settings. To select reverse,
shift to neutral and then puli up on
the lever. Turn the lever to the R

(reverse) position and release the

lever.

Put the lever in N (neutral) to
manually push the mower and
when the mower is not in use.

LIFT FOR
REVERSE

Figure 3-4; Shift pattern on console.

14

OPERATION

Wheel Drive Control

Use this lever {D, Figure 3-5) to
engage and disengage drive to the
wheels.

To engage the wheels, first select
a fonward or reverse gear with the
Gear Select Lever and press the
Operator Presence Control (A, Fig
ure 3-5) against the handlebar
grip. Then, squeeze the Wheel
Drive Control lever (D) up against
the handlebar grip. The ground
speed can be varied in any gear by
increasing (to go faster) or de
creasing (to go slower) pressure
on the lever. To avoid sudden ac
celeration, slowly squeeze the
lever when first engaging the
wheels.

Release the Wheel Drive Control

to disengage the wheels. The

Cutting Height Control Lever

This lever (E, Figure 3-6) is used
to adjust the mower cutting height.
The cutting height can be adjusted
from 1 to 4 inches.

Turn the lever clockwise to raise
the cutting height or counterclock
wise to lower the cutting height. A
decal and pointer (not illustrated)

wheels will gradually slow to a
stop. NOTE; To stop the wheels
quickly, release the Operator Pres

ence Control along with the Wheel
Drive Control.

When starting the engine, the
Wheel Drive Control should be dis
engaged (released). This helps to
ensure that the wheels will not start
turning when the engine starts.

CAUTION

Do not engage the Wheel
Drive Control without first en
gaging the Operator Presence
Control. Doing so could re
sult in wear or damage to the
wheel brake mechanism.

on the right side of the mower deck

show the cutting height settings
ranging from A (highest) to G (low

est). Note that the actual cutting

heights will vary according to soil
conditions.

A ~ OPERATOR

PRESENCE CONTROL

Disengage

Engage

Engage

)isengage

/”

D-WHEEL

DRIVE CONTROL

Figure 3-5

Mulcher Cover

To use the mulching feature, in
sert the mulcher cover (Figure 3-7)
securely in the right side of the
deck beneath the discharge chute.

Insert the front tab of the cover
into the mower front support brack
et (AA, Figure 3-7). Then push the
cover into place by sliding the
cover rearward, making sure that
the slot (BB) in the cover is com
pletely engaged in the rear edge of

the deck opening.

Remove the mulcher cover if you
want to do side-discharge mowing.

The mulcher cover is
pre-installed at the factory.

NOTE: The mulcher cover is
designed to keep the discharge
chute raised up while you mow.
When the cover is removed, the
discharge chute lowers.

DANGER

Before installing or re
moving mulching cover,
stop engine, wait for parts
to stop moving, and dis
connect spark plug wire.

15

Figure 3-7

OPERATION

Engine Thrnttle Control

This lever (F, Figure 3-8) is used

to adjust engine speeds and to

stop the engine. Always run en
gine at fast speed setting for best
mower performance. The throttle
settings are shown to the right.

Kl

CHOKE - Use when

starting a cold engine.

FAST - Use during mower

operation.

SLOW - Use when idling
engine.

STOP - Stops engine.

s

BEFORE OPERATING

Pre-Operation
Checklist

Perform the following checks before each use of your

machine;

□ Review; “Safety” and “Operation” sections of manual.
□ Check for loose or missing hardware. Tighten or replace

before starting engine.

□ Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Customer Respon

sibilities” section for instructions.

□ Check the fuel level in the fuel tank (refer to next page

for instructions).

□ Check all levers for freedom of movement. Do not start

engine if any lever does not function correctly.

■B>

Figure 3-8

Engine Recoil Starter

The engine recoil starter (H, Fig
ure 3'9) is used to "pull-start" the
engine. Do not pull the recoil
starter until you have read the Oper
ation Section.

□ Adjust the blade cutting height (refer to this Section for

instructions).
□ Inspect the area to be mowed and remove any debris.
□ Check that all guards and shields are in place and prop

erly secured.
□ Check the installation of the mulcher cover in the right

side deck opening. Remove the mulcher cover if you
want to side discharge the grass.

□ Check air pressure in rear tires at first use and every 25

operating hours. Maintain 15-20 PSI (maximum 20 PSI)

in each tire. Keep tires inflated equally or mower may

pull to one side.
□ Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug.

Figure 3-9

16

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OPERATION

Add Motor Oil

• Only use high quality detergent
oil rated with API service classifica
tion SR SG or SH. Select the oil's

SAE viscosity grade according to
your expected operating tempera
ture. Above 320R use SAE 30;

below 320R use 5W30.

NOTE; Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, .10W30 etc.) improve start
ing in cold weather, these oils will
result in increased oil consumption

when used above 320R Check

engine oil more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from run
ning low on oil.

• Be sure that engine is level. Re
move dipstick (A, Figure 3-10).

• Fill with recommended oil to be

tween “Full” and “Add” marks on

dipstick (approximately 32 oz.).

Pour slowly and do not overfill.
While pouring, stop frequently, re
insert dipstick until it is seated
completely, remove and check oil

level. (Wipe dipstick each time be
fore re-inserting.) Replace dipstick

securely.

• Check oil before each use. Add if

needed.

• Change oil after the first 2 operat

ing hours and every 25 operating

hours thereafter (more often in ex

tremely dusty or dirty conditions).

Fill Fuel Tank

• stop engine and allow it to cool

for three minutes before removing

fuel fill cap (B, Figure 3-10). Do

not check fuel level or add fuel
while indoors.

• Clean area around fuel fill cap
and remove fill cap. Fill gas tank

with clean, fresh unleaded gaso

line. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

• Using a funnel or spout, fill tank
to 1/2 inches below bottom of fuel
tank filler neck to prevent spills and
to allow for fuel expansion.

WARNING: Experience indicates
that alcohol blended fuels (gasohol

or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract m'oisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an en

gine while in storage. To avoid
problems, the fuel system should
be emptied before storage for 30
days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until
the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season.
See STORAGE instructions for ad
ditional information. Never use en

gine or carburetor cleaner products
in the fuel tank or permanent dam
age may occur.

DANGER

Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. Read and fol
low these precautions to help avoid severe personal injury or property
damage.

• Do not remove gas cap or add gasoline if engfne is running or still hot
from operation. Allow engine to cool at least three minutes before
refueling.

• Keep open flame, matches, sparks, or smoking materials away from fuel
tank and fuel container.

• Do not fill fuel tank indoors. After filling, wipe up any spills and move
machine away from gasoline fumes before starting engine. Securely re
place the caps on the fuel tank and fuel container.

• Do not fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to 1/2” below bottom of filler
neck to provide space for fuel expansion.

• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container and in a well-ventilated area.
Store it safely out of the reach of children.

• Do not store gasoline where vapors may reach an open spark or flame, or
where ignition sources (such as hot water heaters, space heaters, furnaces,

clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.) are present.

Figure 3-10

• Install fill cap securely and wipe
up any spilled gasoline.

17

OPERATION

Ad|ust Mowet Cutting Height

The cutting height can be adjust
ed from 1 to 4 inches by rotating
the Cutting Height Control lever (A,

Figure 3-11).

Choose cutting heights accord
ing to grass conditions and terrain.
In heavy or tail grass, it is usually
better to make the first cut at a
higher setting and then make a
second cut at the desired setting.
When mowing in rough terrain, a
higher setting is recommended as
it will minimize the chances of the
blade striking the ground or hidden
obstructions.

1. Release all mower controls

before adjusting cutting height

2. Turn Cutting Height Control
lever clockwise to raise cutting
height or counterclockwise to lower
cutting height. A decal and pointer
(not illustrated) on the right side of
the mower deck show cutting
height settings ranging from A
(highest) to G (lowest). Note that
actual cutting heights will vary
according to the grass and soil
conditions.

CAUTION

To avoid personal injury, do
not adjust cutting height
while wheels or blades are
turning. Release all handle
bar controls and wait for all
motion to stop before adjust
ing cutting height.

Test Blade*Brake*Glutch
Control System

The mower is equipped with a

blade-brake-clutch which is de
signed to stop the mower blades
within three (3) seconds after re

lease of the Operator Presence

Control or the Blade Drive Control.

Never tamper with, or attempt to

defeat the purpose of this safety

device.

The-control system is a mechani­cat device which is subject to wear.
Therefore, test the operation of the

blade-brake-clutch control system

before each use of the mower. Re
fer to “Blade Brake Control Tesf at
the end of this Section.

Select Mulching or Side-Discharge Mowing

Your combination mower allows
you to select either mulching or
side-discharging of the grass clip
pings. To use the mulching fea
ture, insert the mulcher cover.

Remove the cover if side dis
charge mowing is desired. Refer
to “Mulching Cover” on Page 15
for installation instructions.

Figure 3-12: Mulcher cover.

■ M

MOVING THE MOWER

WITHOUT ENGINE POWER

DANGER

Before installing or removing
mulching cover, stop engine,

wait tor parts to stop moving,

and disconnect spark plug
wire.

Figure 3-11: Cutting Height Control
lever.

The mower can be manually
pushed or pulled by putting the
Gear Select Lever (C, Figure 3-13)
in N (neutral) and pressing and
holding the Operator Presence
Control (A, Figure 3-13) down
against the handlebar grip.

To stop the wheels at anytime,

release the Operator Presence

Control.

18

STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE

DANGER

Do not operate engine In an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, a deadly gas that is odorless, colorless and tasteless.
Always run engine outdoors and make sure there is adequate
ventilation.

C-Gear Select Lever

OPERATION

To Stop the Engine

1. Release all mower controls to
stop wheels or mower blade.

2. Move throttle control down to
slow (turtle) position. (Whenever
possible, gradually reduce engine
speed before stopping engine.)

3. Move Throttle Control all the
way down to stop position.

WARNING

To avoid injury:

• Keep hands and feet clear
of mower blades or other ro

tating parts.

• Look behind you to be sure

there are no obstacles before

pulling recoil starter rope.

To Start the Engine

1. Move mower to a level area.

2. Release all controls on mower
to prevent wheels or mower blades
from rotating when engine starts.

3. Move Engine Throttle Control
(E, Figure 3-13) fully upward to
choke setting to start a cold engine
or to fast (rabbit) setting to start a
warm engine.

4. To start engine using recoil
starter. -

A. Stand on left side (as viewed

from behind handlebars) of ma
chine. Be sure your feet are
safely away from the underside
of the mower deck and all mow
er controls are released. Place
one foot on top of tire.

B. Grasp rope handle (G, Figure

3-13) and pull slowly until rope

pulls slightly harder. Let rope
rewind slowly. Then pull rope

with a rapid, full arm stroke. Let

rope return slowly. If engine fails

to start after three pulls, repeat

instructions starting with Step 2
(try setting throttle at fast ­setting).

C. When engine starts, operate in

fast throttle setting (move throt
tle from choke setting to fast
setting).

Figure 3-14: Engine recoii starter.

ENGAGING THE RLADES

DANGER

To avoid injury from rotating

biades, keep face, hands and
feet ciear of mower biades at
ali times.

To Engage the Blades

1. Start engine as described in “To
Start the Engine” instructions. Put
engine throttle in fast speed
setting.

2. Press and hold Operator Pres
ence Control (A, Figure 3-13)
against handlebar grip.

3. Slowly push Blade Drive Control
(B, Figure 3-13) fully fon/vard until it

stays in the engaged position. The

blades are now rotating.

To Stop the Blades

To stop the blades, release the

Operator Presence Control.

19

OPERATION

TO ENGAGE THE WHEELS

CAUTION

• To avoid damaging the
transmissio'n, do not shift
gears whiie in motion.

• To avoid damaging the
wheel brake mechanism, do
not engage the Wheel Drive
Control without first engaging
the Operator Presence

Control.

WARNING

Before engaging the Wheel

Drive Lever for the very first

time, check that the neutrai

(N) position on the Gear Se
lect Lever is properly adjust
ed. See “Neutral Adjust
ment” in “Service and

Adjustments” Section for the

procedure to follow.
Failure to follow this instruc

tion could result in personal

injury or property damage.

1. Start engine as described in
“To Start the Engine” instructions.

2. FOR FORWARD TRAVEL:
A. Press and hold Operator Pres

ence Control (A, Figure 3-13)
against handlebar grip.

B. Put the Gear Select Lever (C,

Figure 3-13) into one of the
numbered settings (1 - Slow, 2 ­Medium and 3 - Fast). When
first practicing with the mower,
put lever in No. 1 setting. Se
lect forward speeds according
to mowing conditions and ter
rain. Use slower speeds on
rough terrain or when grass is
heavy or thick. The fonvard
speed can be increased on
smooth terrain or if the grass
cover is light. Allow the wheels
to stop completely before shift-

^ ing from one forward speed into

■ another.

C. To start the wheels, slowly

squeeze the Wheel Drive Con
trol (D, Figure 3-13). The hard
er you squeeze, the faster the
wheels will turn. To avoid sud
den acceleration, slowly
squeeze the lever.

D. TO STOP THE WHEELS:

• To stop drive power to the
wheels, release the Wheel
Drive Control. The wheels will
gradually slow to a stop.

• To quickly stop the wheels, re

lease both the Wheel Drive

Control and the Operator Pres
ence Control.

WARNING

To avoid Injury or property

damage:

• Look behind mower before
and during reverse operation.

• Stop the mower blades be
fore operating in reverse.

3. FOR REVERSE TRAVEL:
A. Stop the mower blades and

wheels by releasing the Opera
tor Presence Control (A, Figure
3-13).

B. Press and hold Operator Pres

ence Control against handlebar
grip.

C. Put the Gear Select Lever (C,

Figure 3-13) in R (reverse) set

ting by first moving lever to N

(neutral). Then pull lever up,

turn it to R position, and release

lever.

D. To start the wheels, slowly=

squeeze Wheel Drive Control

(D, Figure 3-13). To avoid sud
den acceleration, slowly

squeeze the lever.

E. TO STOP THE WHEELS:

• To stop drive power to the
wheels, release the Wheel

Drive Control. The wheels will
gradually slow to a stop.

• To quickly stop the wheels, re

lease both the Wheel Drive

Control and the Operator Pres
ence Control.

• Return the Gear Select Lever
to the N (neutral) position when
you have completed reverse op

eration. Allow the wheels to
stop completely before shifting

from R (reverse) into a forward

speed.

MAKING TURNS

The mower turns easily by push
ing the handlebars in the opposite
direction that you want to turn. The
differential mechanism inside the
transaxle will allow the inside turn
ing wheel to stop or slow down
while the outside turning wheel is
powered by the drive system.

Reduce the wheel speed before

turning the mower. For tight turns,

disengage the Wheel Drive Control
and manually push the mower
through the turn (if needed, put the

Gear Select Lever in neutral so the
wheels turn freely).

20

OPERATION

MOWING TIPS AND HINTS

WARNING

To avoid injury or property damage:

• Before mowing, thoroughly inspect area where mower is to be used
and remove all stones, slicks, wires, bones, nails and other foreign

objects.

• Disengage mower blades before crossing gravel drives, roads, or side
walks to prevent blades from throwing stones or other hazardous

objects.

Mow When Lawn Is Dry

For best results, avoid cutting
grass when it is wet. Wet grass
tends to form clumps which inter
fere with the cutting action. The
best time to mow is in the late af
ternoon or early evening when the
grass is usually dry.

Cut Top 1/3 of
Grass Blades

Cutting more than 1/3 of grass
length may cause the grass to be
come excessively dry. In tall
grass, it may be necessary to mow
at a higher setting and then mow
again at the desired height.
NOTE: The cutting height is criti
cal to achieving a well-groomed
lawn. You should experiment with
various settings to find that “just
right” cutting height.

Vary Cutting Pattern

Vary the cutting pattern from
week to week to help prevent mat
ting of the grass. One week, mow
from north to south, the next week
mow from east to west.: Overlap
several inches when mowing to
obtain an even appearance.

_

1

Mowing on Slopes

Do not mow excessively steep
slopes (see WARNING statement
below). Slow down and exercise
extreme caution when changing di
rection on slopes. Before mowing

on slopes, check the engine oil lev
el and make sure that the level is at
the FULL mark. Maintaining a
FULL oil level is particularly im
portant when operating on slopes
as oil can be drained away from vi
tal engine parts.

WARNING

To avoid injury or property
damage:

• Maximum safe operating
angle is 15°.

• Exceeding maximum safe
operating angle may cause
tipping or loss of footing.

• Do not mow wet slopes.

• Mow across slopes, not up
and down.

• Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on
slopes.

21

Mulching Leaves

• The mower can also be used to
mow leaves in the fall. The leaf
particles filter down into the lawn
and provide added fertilizer.

• The leaves must be dry in order
to be mulched.

• Use a slower ground speed if the
leaves are not mulched into fine
particles.

• If you mulch oak leaves (which
add acid to the soil), add lime to
the lawn in the spring to reduce the
acidity of the soil.

Keep Mower Blades Sharp

For best mower performance,
keep the blades sharp. A dull blade
will tear, bruise and split the ends

of grass.

Clean Mower Frequently

Clean the underside of the mower

deck frequently to remove grass
build-up.

Precision Trimming

For precision trimming, use the

slowest gear and inch the mower
along by “feathering” the Wheel
Drive Control lever. Or, disengage
the wheel drive by releasing the
Wheel Drive Control so that you
can manually maneuver the mower

(if needed, put the Gear Select

Lever in neutral so that the wheels

turn freely).

Mowing Ditches

If you have to mow ditches, stop
the engine and adjust the cutting
height to its highest setting. Mow
in the direction of the ditch. Mow
both sides of the ditch first, and
then mow the bottom. When

mowing ditches, watch out for
cans, bottles, or other debris.

OPERATION

BUDE BRAKE CONTROL TEST

When the Operator Presence
Control is released during opera
tion of the mower, the engine does

not stop, but the blades should
stop within three (3) seconds. The
following test provides a visual test
of whether the Blade Brake Control
System is functioning. Perform
this test before each use of the

mower.

WARNING

To avoid personal injury or

property damage, make sure
that the mower is on grass,
and that the test area is clear
of foreign objects and by
standers before you begin the
Blade Brake Control Test.

It the Operator Presence Con
trol or the Blade Drive Control

are not adjusted correctly, the
blades may continue to rotate

after release of the Operator

Presence Control. If the

blades do not stop within
three (3) seconds of release
of the Operator Presence Con
trol, move the Engine Throttle
Control to the STOP position,
disconnect the spark plug
wire, and move the wire away
from the spark plug. Do not

operate the mower until the

Blade Brake Control System

f .TJ

has been repaired.

Failure to do this could result
in personal injury or property

damage.

1. Park mower on a portion of
lawn which has not been recently
mowed. ■

2. Set the cutting height so the
mower cuts 1/3 of the grass height.

3. Start the engine.

4. Press the Operator Presence
Control down against the handle
bar grip and push the Blade Drive
Control fully fonward until it stays in
the engaged position.

5. Put the Gear Select Lever in
the No. 1 setting.

6. " Engage the wheels with the
Wheel Drive Control and drive the
mower for several feet. Then re
lease the Operator Presence Con
trol.

A. Look at the lawn just mowed.

The lawn should be cut up to

the point where the Operator

Presence Control was released.

B. Press the Operator Presence

Control against the handlebar
grip but DO NOT re-engage the
Blade Drive Control. Drive the
mower fonward for several more
feet. Release the Operator
Presence Control and look at

the lawn. The grass should

NOT have been cut. This indi
cates that the Operator Pres-

■ ence Control has disengaged
the blade drive and stopped the

blades.

7. If the mower cuts the grass in
Step 6-B, the Operator Presence
Control is NOT disengaging the

blade drive. Immediately stop

the engine, disconnect the

sparkplug wire, and move the

wire away from the spark plug.

8. Do not use the mower until the
Blade Brake Control System has
been inspected, adjusted or re
paired by a Sears Service Center.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance Chart

INTERVAL* ITEM SERVICE

Each use

-

1 St 2 hours

25 hours

-

50 hours

Annually or 100 hours Air Filter Element***

Monthly

Mower Blade As Required
Loose or Missing Hardware
Belts Check
Engine Oil Level Check
Controls Check for Proper Operation
Mulching Cover

Engine Oil

Engine Oil"**
Foam Air Filter*** Clean
Mower Blade(s) :
Control Linkages and Pivots

Engine Oil
Blade Drive Belt Adjust
Engine Cooling Fins Clean
Grease Fittings** Grease

Spark Plug

Linkages Adjust
Belts

Tighten or Replace -

Check for Proper Cover Installation

Change

Change

Sharpen and Balance

Lube with Light Oil

Change
Adjust Tension

Replace

Clean/Replace, Re-gap

Check/Replace, Adjust

Annually or 50 hours

Front Wheel Bearings

*lnterval describes rtinning time.
**A hand-type grease gun Is recommended when greasing your

unit. High-pressure type grease guns could cause damage to
iittings/seals.

Lubrication Chart

ITEM

Engine Crankcase

Front Wheel Bearings
Control Linkages/Pivots

* A hand-type grease gun is recommended.

INTERVAL

First 2 hours

25 hours (more often in
dusty conditions)

50 hours
25 hours

Grease

***Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne de
bris Is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if very dirty.

****Change more often under dusty conditions.

LUBRICATION

LUBRICATION TYPE

Change Oil

Change Oil
(Lubrication Intervals Vary

with Operating Conditions

and Type of Oil Used)

Oil and grease the mower
according to the recommen
dations listed in the Lubrica
tion Chart.

• Stop engine, wait for all

parts to stop moving, and
disconnect spark plug
wire before performing
any lubrication proce
dures.

Grease (1-3 Strokes)
Light Oil (A few drops)

• The transmission has been

factory sealed and requires
no lubrication, if a leak
should develop, contact your
local Sears Service Center.

23

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERAL RECOMIVIENDATIONS

The warranty on this equipment
does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full val

ue from the warranty, the operator
must maintain the equipment as
instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be

made periodically to property
maintain your equipment.

All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manu
al should be checked.at least
once each season.

Keep the air filters clean and
change the spark plug once a
year. A clean air filter system and
a new spark plug will help your
engine run better and last longer.

Before Each Use

• Check engine oil level.

• Check all hardware for
tightness.

• Check that all guards and

shields are in place and properly
secured.

MOTOR OIL

• Only use high quality detergent
oil rated with API sen/ice classifi
cation SF, SG or SH. Select the
oil’s SAE viscosity grade accord

ing to your expected operating

temperature. Above 32op, use

SAE 30; below 320F, use 5W30.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity

oils (5W30,10W30 etc.) improve

starting in cold weather, these oils

will result in increased oil con

sumption when used above 320R
Check engine oil more frequently
to avoid possible engine damage
from running low on oil.

Checking Oil Level

Engine oil level must be between
"ADD" and "FULL" marks on dip

stick at all times. Check before

each use and every 5 operating
hours.

1. Park machine on level ground.

2. Stop engine, wait for parts to
stop moving, and disconnect
spark piug wire. : '

3. Clean area around dipstick (Z,
Figure 5-1) to prevent dirt from en

tering oil fill hole.

4. Remove dipstick. Oil level must
be between “ADD” and “FULL”
marks. Do not exceed “PULL”
mark on dipstick.

5. To add oil, pour slowly into dip

stick opening. While adding,
check oil level frequently by se
curely replacing dipstick and re
moving to read oil level. Wipe dip
stick clean each time oil level is
checked.

6. After filling to “FULL” mark, se
curely replace dipstick.

Changing Oil

Change oil after the first 2 operat
ing hours and every 25 operating
hours thereafter. Change oil while
engine is still warm from recent
operation. Warm oil flows more
freely and carries away more

impurities.

1. Stop engine, wait for parts to

stop moving, and disconnect
spark piug wire.

2. Remove dipstick (Z, Rgure 5-1).

3. Remove protective cap (A, Fig
ure 5-2) to expose oil drain port
(B).

4. Push oil drain hose (D) (includ
ed in hardware bag with unit) onto
oil drain port. Route other end of

hose to an appropriate oil collec

tion receptacle.

5. Twist oil drain fixture (C) to the
open position. Pull out. Drain oil
completely.

6. Push in and twist oil drain fixture
to the closed position. Remove

drain hose. Replace protective cap
(A).

7. Refill engine with fresh oil and
securely replace dipstick.

NOTE: Please dispose of all waste
materials in an ecologically re
sponsible manner. Use proper
waste material storage containers.

24

Hgure 5-1

ENGINE CLEANING

• Stop engine, wait for parts to

stop moving, disconnect spark
plug wire, and allow engine to

coot before inspecting or clean
ing engine.

• Daily or more often, before run

ning engine, remove grass and
chaff from recoil finger guard or

rotating screen to prevent engine
damage caused by overheating.
Also keep cooling vanes, governor

linkage, springs and controls free

of debris.

• Daily or more often, before run
ning engine, clean muffler area
(be sure muffler is cool) to remove
all grass and combustible debris.

If engine is equipped with a spark

arrestor screen, remove assembly

every 50 hours for cleaning and

■ inspection. Replace if damaged.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

AIR CLEANER SERVICE

Improper air cleaner maintenance
can cause engine damage.

SERVICE SCHEDULE:
Foam Filter (A, Fig. 5-3): Wash
and re-oil every 3 months or every
25 operating hours. Clean and re
oil daily if used in extremely dusty
conditions.

Paper or Foam/Screen Filters
(B, Fig. 5-3): DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO CLEAN OR OIL FILTER.
Replace once a year or every 100
operating hours, more often if used
in extremely dusty conditions.

DO NOT RUN ENGINE WITHOUT
COMPLETE AIR CLEANER IN
STALLED ON ENGINE.

A. To Service Foam Air Filter (A, Figure 5-3)

1. Wash in water and detergent
solution and squeeze (don’t twist)
until all dirt is removed.

2. Rinse thoroughly in clear water.

3. Wrap in a clean cloth and
squeeze (don't twist) until com
pletely dry.

4. Saturate with engine oil and
squeeze (don’t twist) to distribute
oil and remove excess oil.

A. To Remove and Install Filters

(Figure 5-3)

1. stop engine, wait for parts to

stop moving, and disconnect
spark piug wire.

2. Remove wing nuts and cover.

3. Slide Filter (A) off Filter (B).

4. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration
or dirt accumulation. If either is
present, service as described in
Service Schedule above.

5. Remove nuts and Filter (B). Dis
card Filter (B) and nuts (if service
is necessary).

Figure 5-3

7. Install new Filter (B) and new
nuts. Tighten nuts finger tight and
then turn one (1) more complete
turn.

8. Slide foam filter over paper
filter.

9. Install cover and wing nuts.
Tighten wing nuts.

TIPPING MOWER FOR SERVICE

When servicing the underside of
the mower for any reason, the
mower should only be tipped
backward on its rear wheels (and
securely propped up to prevent it
from falling). Tipping the mower
forward or to either side could re
sult in damage to engine.

WARNING

Before servicing underside of
mower, stop engine, wait for
all parts to stop moving, and
disconnect spark piug wire.

Faiiure to foliow this instruc

tion could resuit in personal

injury or property damage.

TIP: Before tipping mower, install a
small plastic sandwich style bag

under the gas cap and tighten se
curely. This will virtually eliminate
any fuel weepage from the cap.

Be sure-to remove the plastic bag

before re-using mower.

CLEANING UNDERSIDE OF MOWER DECK

Frequently check, and clean if
necessary, the underside of the
mower deck. Grass build-up in

this area can affect the cutting

performance. Before inspecting or
cleaning, make sure that the en
gine is shut off and the spark plug

wire is disconnected from the

spark plug.

WARNING

Mower blades are sharp.
When working near blades,
wear heavy leather gloves or
wrap blades in thick rags to
protect yourself from the
sharp edges.

inspection/Cleaning ol Mower Deck

1. Stop engirte, wait for aii parts

to stop moving, and disconnect
spark piug wire. .

2. Tip mower on rear wheels by
following instructions “Tipping
Mower For Sen/ice” on this page.

3. Use a plastic or metal scraper
to remove grass build-up from
deck or blades, if needed, spray
with a garden hose.

6. Clean inside of cover and body
thoroughly.

25

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SPARKPLUG

Inspect the spark plug (Figure 5-4)
after every 100 hours of operation.
Be sure the gap is set at .030". Do
not reuse plug if it is severely worn
or damaged.

Best results are obtained with a
new plug. See engine owner’s
manual to determine proper re
placement plug. Use of incorrect
plug can cause engine damage.

NOTE; Do not clean spark plug in
machines which use abrasive grit.
Clean spark plug by scraping or
wire brushing, or washing with a
commercial solvent. '

CARBURETOR

The carburetor is adjusted at the
factory. It should not need to be

reset. If black exhaust is noted,
check the air cleaner first. An
over-rich mixture is usually caused
by a poorly serviced or clogged air
cleaner element, not an improperly
adjusted carburetor. If readjust
ment is necessary, contact your
Sears Service Center.

BELT COVER REMOVAL

The belt cover must be removed
to perform several maintenance
procedures.

To Remove Belt Cover ,

1. stop engine, wait for all parts
to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove four screws (R, Figure
5-5) and remove cover.

To Reinstall Belt Cover

1. Position belt cover in place.

2. Secure with four screws re
moved earlier.

WARKING

Do not operate unit without
belt cover instalied. Failure
to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury

or property damage.

Figure 5-5; Belt cover removal.

BUDE SPINDLE BELT REPLACEMENT

Follow this procedure to remove

and replace the blade spindle

drive belt (remove blade drive belt

first; see “Blade Drive Belt

Replacemenf).

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving and disconnect
sparkplug wire.

2. Remove belt cover (see “Belt
Cover Removal”).

3. Align sight holes (O, Figure
5-6) in pulley with spindle housing­to-mower deck mounting bolts (L).

4. Loosen screw (J) and rotate
arm (K) to the rear,

5. Loosen four mounting bolts (L)
securing spindle housing (beneath
mower deck) to mower deck.

6. Slide spindle housing (with pul
ley attached) toward center.

7. Replace belt (N) with new belt.
IMPORTANT: Set blades perpen
dicular (90°) to each other.

8. Rotate arm (K) to move spindle
housing and apply tension to belt.
Belt cogs and pulley grooves must
mesh together. When applying
moderate finger tension (8-12
ibs.), belt should deflect approxi
mately 1/2” (12.7 mm) at (P), mid
point of deck. -

9. Tighten bolts (L) to 15 ft.-lbs.
(20.3 Nm). Tighten screw (J).

10. Blades must not contact deck.
Check and readjust as needed.

11. Reinstall blade drive belt and

belt cover (removed earlier).

26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

BUDE DRIVE BELT

REPLACEMENT

Follow this procedure to remove
and replace the blade drive belt.
An assistant will be needed.

To Remove Belt

1. stop engine, wait for aii parts
to stop moving, and disconnect
spark piug wire.

2. Disengage blade drive control
(Figure 5-7) by releasing all con

trols on the mower.

3. Remove belt cover (see “Belt
Cover Removal”).

4. Loosen belt guides (B and C,
Figure 5-8).

5. Move flap bracket (N, Figure
5-8) out of the way by loosening
two screws (M).

6. Remove belt (A, Figure 5-8)
from around sheaves.

To Install Belt

1. Route belt (A, Figure 5-8)
around sheaves as shown.

2. Have an assistant hold down
Operator Presence Control and
then push the Blade Drive Control
fonward until it latches in place
(Figure 5-7).

3. With the Blade Drive Control
lever engaged, adjust and tighten
belt guide (B) to 1/32 -1/16“ away
from tensioned belt. (Be sure that

belt does not contact belt guide

when belt is under tension.) Se

cure belt guide (C) rotated into po
sition as shown in Figure 5-8.

4. Disengage Blade Drive Control.

5. Re-tighten two screws (M, Fig
ure 5-8) that secure flap bracket

(N).

6. Reinstall belt cover securely.

Figure 5-7: Blade Drive Control.

BLADE BRAKE REPLACEMENT

Follow this procedure to install a
new blade brake.

To Remove Blade Brake

1. Stop engine, wait for ail parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark piug wire.

2. Remove belt cover as described

in “Belt Cover Removal” instruc

tions.

3. Remove hardware (G, Figure
5-8) securing blade brake (H).

4. Remove old brake (H) from idler
arm (I).

To Install Brake

1. Position new brake (H) in place
on idler arm (I).

2. Center brake in sheave groove
and secure brake (H) with hard
ware (G) removed earlier.

3. Reinstall belt cover securely.

4. Test operation of blade brake
(see “Blade Brake Control Test" on
Page 22).

27

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

BUDE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT

If the blade drive belt is slipping
due to lack of belt tension, follow
the steps below.

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect
sparkplug wire.

2. Remove belt cover as described
in “Belt Cover Removal" instruc

tions.

3. With mower on ievel ground,
adjust blade cutting height at
about 3" {measure frgm ground to
flat portion of blade)..

4. With the Blade Drive Control

(Figure 5-7) in the disengaged
position, set a gap of 1/8" between

the spring (F. Figure 5-9) and flat

washer (E) by adjusting the nut
(D).

5. Reinstall the belt cover,
securely.

6. Test the operation of the blade
brake (see “Blade Brake Control

Test”).

7. If the drive belt slips during op
eration, it may be necessary to re
locate idler (J, Figure 5-9) in the
slot provided in the mounting

bracket. With the engine

stopped and the sparkplug

wire disconnected, loosen the

hardware on the idler (J) and slide

it forward to take up slack in the
belt.

8. Engage the blade drive and
measure the distance (X, Figure
5-8) between the centers of pul
leys (K) and (L). The distance
should be 5-1/2 to 5-5/8". After
obtaining the correct dimension,

reinstall the belt cover securely
and test the operation of the blade
brake.

Adjust idler in direction

of arrow to tighten
blade drive belt

1/8"

Figure 5-9: Blade drive adjustment.

28

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

BLADE DRIVE CONTROL LEVER

ADJUSTMENT

Make the following adjustment if

the Blade Drive Control Lever re

leases during operation..

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect
spark plug wire.

2. Engage the Operator Presence
Control and the Blade Drive Con
trol. Without releasing the controls,
look inside the cutout at the rear of
the frame and make sure the Op
erator Presence Control latches (A
and B, Fig. 5-10) are fully engaged
at point (C). If they are not fully en
gaged, improper operation or pre
mature wear could result. To ad
just, loosen hex nut (D) and short
en length of control rod (E). To
avoid over-adjusting, turn rod only

1 to 2 turns per adjustment.

3. Tighten hex nut securely after
adjusting control rod.

4. Test by releasing the Operator
Presence Control. If property ad

justed, the Blade Drive Control will

disengage when the Operator
Presence Control is released. Re
adjust as necessary by repeating
Steps 2 and 3.

WHEEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Follow this procedure to replace
the wheel drive belt.

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

sparkplug wire.

2. Release all mower controls.

3. Remove belt cover as described
in “Belt Cover Removal” instruc
tions.

4. Locate wheel drive belt (O, Fig
ure 5-11) and remove it from top

sheave of engine sheave, backsid
ed idlers (P and Q) and transmis

sion sheave (R).

5. Install new belt shown in
Figure 5-11. Belt must be in

stalled “inside ouf "V” side of belt

lies against engine sheave only.
Flat side of belt lies against trans
mission sheave (R) and back-sid
ed idlers {P and Q).

6. Make sure belt is inside belt
guide (S, Figure 5-11).

7. Reinstall belt cover securely.

8. An adjustment to the drive belt
may be necessary. See “Wheel

Drive Belt Adjustment” on the next

page.

29

WHEEL DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT

The wheel drive belt requires an
adjustment if loss of drive beit ten
sion (slippage) occurs. This is

most noticeable when more trac

tion is required (such as going up

slopes).

To Test Wheel Traction

1. Park machine on a paved (con
crete, etc.) surface with front edge
up against a sturdy wall, fence,
etc.

2. Put Gear Select Lever in No. 1
setting.

IMPORTANT: Do not park against
a painted or sided wall. Testing
the wheel drive system requires

machine to be forcibly pushed
against wall. Damage to paint or
siding could result.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

3. With engine running, and ma
chine placed firmly up against
wail, hold down Operator Pres
ence Control and fully engage
wheel drive by squeezing Wheel

Drive Control until it contacts

handlebar.

4. Wheels should slip on paved

surface. If they do not, an adjust

ment is required.

To Adjust Wheel Drive Beit

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Remove cotter pin (A, Figure

5-12A) from upper end of Wheel

Drive Control rod. Slide rod out of

lever assembly.

3. Loosen jam nut (D, Figure

5-12).

Figure 5-12: Wheel drive belt adjustment

4. Thread rod (E. Figure 5-12) one
or two turns clockwise for more
tension or counterclockwise for
less tension.

5. Insert rod back into hole in
Wheel Drive Control lever and In
stall cotter pin. Bend ends of cot
ter pin to secure.

6. Retest wheel traction. Repeat
adjustment procedure, if neces
sary. Most comfortable operation

will be obtained when the adjust

ment allows the lever to just make
contact with the handgrip as suffi
cient wheel traction is achieved.
When adjustment is complete,
tighten jam nut (D) firmly against
block (B).

Figure S-12A

30

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMEHT

This adjustment may be required if
the machine does not hold on a

hill with the Operator Presence
Control disengaged, or if the brake
drags with the Operator Presence
Control engaged and the transmis
sion in neutral.

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Disengage (release) the Opera
tor Presence Control (M, Figure

5-13).

3. Slowly adjust at nut (O), if nec
essary, until the distance between
the back of brake arm (N) and
bracket (P) is 3/8”-5/16". Use
small adjustments (1/4 turn maxi

mum). NOTE: It may be neces
sary to relieve spring tension when
decreasing distance. To do so,
have an assistant engage the Op
erator Presence Control while you
adjust the nut.

Figure 5-13: Wheel brake adjustment.

TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

Follow this procedure to adjust
neutral on the transmission.

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect
spark plug wire.

2. Rotate shift rod (I, Figures 5-14

and 5-15) clockwise until it stops
in the neutral (N) position (from
fonward gear positions).

3. Hold down Operator Presence
Control (M, Figure 5-13) and push
unit fonward and backward. Unit
should move freely, if not, contin
ue with Step 4.

4. Remove cotter pin securing shift

link (P, Figure 5-15) to shift rod (I).

5. Move shift arm (X) back and

forth as necessary into each de

tent until transmission is in neutral.
NOTE: Moving shift arm (X) clock
wise all the way to the left, and
then one notch back counterclock
wise, should put transmission

Figure 5-14: Gear Select Lever in neutral (N) position.

into neutral. When transmission is
in neutral, unit will move freely
when pushed while holding the
Operator Presence Control lever

down. If transmission is NOT in
neutral, there will be a slight drag
on the wheels when pushing unit.

6. When shift arm (X) is in neutral
position, rotate shift link (P) until
hooked end fits back into hole in
bottom end of shift rod (I).

NOTE: Shift rod (1) must be held
in the neutral position (see Figure
5-14) while shift link (P) is
adjusted.

7. Secure shift link (P) into shift
rod (I) with cotter pin removed
earlier.

8. Re-check neutral by pushing
unit back and forth and shifting
lever (I) from reverse to neutral. A
small fine-tune adjustment may be

required.

31

MOWER BLADES

Examine mower blades before op
eration. For efficient mowing, cut
ting edges of blades should al
ways be kept sharp. Check for
blade wear or damage. See Fig- '

ure 5-16. Replace a severely worn
or damaged blade with a new one.

WARNING

Mower blades are sharp.

• When working near blades,
wear heavy leather gloves or
wrap blades in thick rags to

protect yourself from the
sharp edges.

• Wear eye protection when
sharpening blades.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Figure 5-1S: Transmission neutral (N) adjustment.

To Inspect Blades

1. Stop engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving, and disconnect

spark plug wire.

2. Tip mower on rear wheels by

following instructions “Tipping

Mower For Service" in this Section
of Manual.

To Remove Blade

Remove bolt (Figure 5-18) and

washer(s). Remove mower blade.

Blade Sharpening

Grind or file the same amount
from each blade end to maintain
blade balance. An unbalanced
mower blade produces excessive
vibration and may damage spindle

bearings. Sharpen cutting edge

straight across, parallel to rear

edge of mower blade. See Figure
5-16. After sharpening, blade bal
ance must be checked.

32

SERVtCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Blade Installation

Blades must be installed perpen
dicular to each other (see Figure

5-17).
Install mower blade as shown in

Figure 5-18 with flat side down.

Install washer on bolt. Tighten

bolts to a torque value of 35 ft.

lbs. (47 Nm).
NOTE; If top bolt is removed, re

install using LOCTITE #242
thread sealant.

t

FRONT

Torque to

Bolt

------------35 Ft. Lbs.

Figure 5-18: Blade spindle.

33

Torque to

STORAGE

OFF-SEASON STORAGE

• stop engine, wait for aii parts

to stop moving, and discon
nect spark plug wire before
performing any storage proce

dures. Review the “Mainte
nance and Storage" safety
rules in the Safety section of

this Manual.

MOWER:

• Inspect all parts for damage,
breakage, and wear. Tighten or

replace fasteners. Contact your

Sears Service Center for re

placement parts.

• Lubricate as shown in the Cus
tomer Responsibilities section.

.* Clean the exterior of the mower

thoroughly and touch up all
chipped or scratched surfaces to
prevent rust from forming.

ENGINE:

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT
TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS

FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL
FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS
CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING

STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE

INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL
BLENDED FUELS (CALLED
GASOHOLOR 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.

I

WARNING

Never store machine with fuel
in the fuel tank inside a buiid-

ing where fumes may reach
an open fiame or spark, or

where ignition sources are

present such as hot water and
space heaters, furnaces,

ciothes dryers, stoves, eiec-

j trie motors, etc.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an accept
able alternative in minimizing the

formation of fuel gum deposits dur

ing storage. Add stabilizer to gaso
line in fuel tank or storage contain
er. Always follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container. Run
engine at least 10 minutes after
adding stabilizer to allow the stabi
lizer to reach the caitiuretor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carbu
retor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL:

Drain oil (with engine warm) and
replace with clean engine oil. See
“ENGINE" in the Customer Re
sponsibilities Section of this
manual.

CYLINDER:

• Remove spark plug.

• Pour one ounce of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder. '

• Pull starter handle slowly a few
times to distribute oil.

• 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.

• Cover your unit with a suitable
protective cover that does not re

tain moisture. Do not use plastic.

Plastic cannot breathe which al
lows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER
MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND

EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL

WARM.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run un
til 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.

34

TROUBLESHOOTING

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WARHING

Before inspecting, cleaning
or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, make sure
that all moving parts have

come to a complete stop,

and disconnect spark plug

wire.

Failure to follow this instruc

tion could result in personal

injury or property damage.

Troubleshooting Chart

Possible cause

Engine matfunction.
Improperly adjusted drive linkage.
Dirty engine cooling fins or flywheel screen.
Faulty ignition.

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Faulty spark plug.

Empty fuel tank.
Battery or charging malfunction (if applicable).
Improperly adjusted or dirty carburetor.
Improper oil level.
Dirty air cleaner element.
Improperly adjusted choke (if applicable).
Transmission malfunction.
Improperly adjusted drive linkage.
Broken, loose or worn belt(s).
Dull blade(s).
Throttle control out of adjustmenf.
Blade/brake system out of adjustment.
Btade(s) out of balance.

Loose hardware.

35

OPERATING AND SAFETY DECALS

SAFETY DECALS

Make certain all safety decals on this equipment are kept clean and in good condition. The decals are shown {at

reduced sizes) below, if you need a replacement decal, please refer to the Repair Parts section of this manual.

PUCE FOOT ON TIRE WHEN STARTING

A CAUTION

PINCH POINTS.
Do not operale with-

oi!l all belt guards In
place.

Beneath belt/pulley

cover

OBJECTS i/AY BE THROl'iH
FROM MOWER

* Before mowmr;. dear la/iii

qI all (¡cbris.

• Disengage wheel drive
before adjiisling heiglil

On top, rear of engine platform

• 1^

j I PRiCAUIiD'ISCA-iti^il-T lp',1

'V j ¡« Rndi. I il Ilf LI ! i: ||

\ i. i)L 1*1 I ’ 1 i ! I :|

i V i-1', M

yC I-t::' ....

MAXIMUM SAFE OPERATING

angle IS 15^

• Exceeding maxjmum safe
operaliag angle may cause
lipping or loss uf louling.

• Do nnl mow on we! siopes-

• T-Idw across slopes, not up

and down

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W

i;rilBSrDPU'.iTOR

■'liiSFNCF CCNHiCl J

lUL-'llNClAGt i

On left side of

mower deck

On Control Panel

36

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

HANDLEBAR AND CONSOLE ASSEMBLY

Ref. Part

1186393

11

1185147 Cotter Pin, 3/32 X 5/8

16

1721252 J-Clip...............................................

17

1107382

19

1186389

33

1702646

43

1769888 Upper Blade Rod

68

1773607

72

1769872

78

1769874 Shift Rod

80
84 1186308

1703051

92
96 1185279

1186329

110

1770445001 Control Handle

111
112 1768452
113 1915793
114
115

1734398 Locknut, 1/4-20.................................

1764922001 Left Handlebar

Description

Flange Locknut, 3/8-16

Flat Washer, 5/16
Flange Locknut. 1/4-20

Flat Washer, 1/2................................

Upper Transmission Rod
Upper Brake Rod

Flange Lock Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2
Shoulder Bolt

Roll Pin, 1/4 X 2-1/4...........................

Flange Lock Screw, 5/16 x 3/4..............

Operator Presence Control Decal
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 - Grade 8

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Qty.

.... 1

.... 2

.... 1

.... 4

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.... 1

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1

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1

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1

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1 125

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2

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1 130

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1 131

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4 142

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5 301

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6

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1

Ref. Part

116 1703539
117 1773605001 Control Handle

1717897 Hair Pin, 5/64

118

1915927 Throttle Control...................................

119
120 1737118

1737041 Handle Grip

121

1715716 Nylon Bushing......................................

122
123 1721492
124 1107385

1768633 Warning Decal

126 1915931

1764984 Handle Grip
1768223 Mower Engage Lever
1735531 Plastic Tie

1764923001 Right Handlebar...................................

143
172 1724491

1915935

Description Qty.

Handle Grip

Knob

Compression Spring

Flat Washer, 1/2...................................... 1

Logo Decal..........................................

Screw, 5/16-18x3/4"

Console /tssembiy (Inct. Ref. 125) ....

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... 2
... 1
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... 1

... 1
... 1
... 1

.... 1

.... 1

.... 1

.... 1

.... 5

.... 1

.... 1

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37

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

DRIVE ASSEMBLY

TORQUE TO

20-25 FTABS.

LOCTITE IN PLACE

38

1S| 19

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

DRIVE ASSEMBLY

Ref.

10

11

12
13

14
15
16
18
19 1107382 Flat Washer, 5/16
20

21

23 1715538 Nyliner, 1/2....................................

25
26
27 1756151
28
29

30 1733398 Top Locknut, 3/8-16.........................

31 1915831 Lift Crank Assembly.........................

32
33 1186389 Flange Locknut, 1/4-20

41 1769881 Interlock Cam

51

Part Description Qty.

1
2

3
4
5
7
8
9

36 1100243 Lock Washer, 3/8
39

42 1769877 Lower Brake Rod.............................

43
44 1770361 Interlock Latch
48
49
50 1185388

53 1701447

54 1769781 Square Key, 3/16 x 2-1/2..................

55
56 1104436
57 1732499 Top Locknut. 5/16-18

*

1769904
1100243
1915933
1773599 Washer, Nylon
1915475 Warning Decal

1766326
1768865 Oil Valve (Incl. Ref. 8)
1909371 Oil Drain Hose
1186393
1727379 Pop Rivet, 3/16
1769870 Flap
1769869001 Flap Bracket
1769885 Lower Transmission Rod
1185147
1890234 Flat Washer, 1/2

1711864 Compression Spring
1763219 Shoulder Bolt

1748393 Carriage Bolt. 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
1764920 Idler Arm

1107383 Flat Washer, 3/8
1715685 Plastic Grip

1100086 Bolt, 3/8-16x1-3/4.................................. 1

1186347

1702646 Washer, Flat 1/2

1725264 Swivel Block...................................

1186258 Jam Nut. 5/16-18

1708012 Flat Washer

*

Engine, 8 HP
Engine Pulley
Lock Washer, 3/8

Bolt. 3/8-24x1-3/4-Grade 8................

Oil Valve Cap

Flange Locknut, 3/8-16

Cotter Pin, 3/32x5/8

Idler Pulley.....................................

Flange Lock Screw, 3/8-16 x 1

Retaining Ring

Special Washer

Transmission Assembly (Model 915-029) 1
Woodruff Key, 3/16x3/4

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A/R

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Ref. Part Description Qty.

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
5
4
1
1
1
8

1
5
1
1
2
1
1

3
1

3
1
2
2
2
4

2

1
4

58 1770247 Lower Blade Rod......................................... 1

60 1770326 Transaxle Pulley
61 1118808 Retaining Ring
62 1107381 Flat Washer, 1/4
63 1100002 Screw, 1/4-28x3/4

64 1186391 Flange Locknut, 5/16-18............................... 1

65 1110108 Locknut, 3/8-16.......................................... 1

66 1100241 Lock Washer. 1/4
67 1100043 Screw. 3/8x1-1/4
68 1769888 Upper Blade Rod
69 1768140 Transmission Arm
70 1767837 BaItJoint
71 1768628 Shift Link Rod:
72 1769873 Upper Transmission Rod

75 1768624 Spring Attachment Rod................................. 1

76 1768636 Extension Spring
78 1769872 Upper Brake Rod

79 1111609 Screw, 5/16-18x2-3/4................................... 2

80 1769874 Shift Rod
81 1769875 Ciutch Arm Pivot

83 1768630001 Shift Rod Bracket................................................ 1

84 1186308 Range Lock Screw. 1/4-20 x 1/2

85 1769852023 Backplate.......................................................... 1

87 1770334 V-Belt
90 1768194 Th read Form ing Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 -1 /2.. 1

91 1762042 Thread Forming Screw, 3/8-16 x 1
102 1186229 Hex Nut, 1/4-20

159 1769038 Eye Bolt..................................................... 2

167 1769882 Pivot Shaft Assembly.................................... 1

169 1100350 Cotter Pin................................................... 3

168 1769878 Brake Arm.................................................. 1

170 1187961 Drive Pin. 5/32x1
171 1730851 Clevis Pin, 1/2 X1-1/4

172 1724491 Screw. 5/16-18x3/4...................................... 2

177 1740496 Flange Screw, 5/16-18x3/4
302 1915936 Frame Weld ment /tss'y

303 1768180 Wheel Rim.................................................. 2

304 1756444 Tire........................................................... 2

305 1718086 Valve Stem
400 97092 Loctite 242, 0.02 oz. Tube
403 1768818 Washer-flat

— 1905122 Owner’s Manual........................................... 1

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(lncl.Ref.7)

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1

N/l

1
1

3

1

1
1
1
1

i

1

1
1

1
1

2

1

3

1

1
1

2

2

1

*

See parts breakdown In this Section.
As required.

A/R

Item not included with unit; order separately.

N/l

39

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY

40

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987,889000 REPAIR PARTS

FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY

Ref. Part

11

1186393
1185147

16

1107383

28

1733398

30

1769895

31

1100349

47

1701447

53

1770247

58

1185506

73
94

1768231
1769521001

95

1769889

97

100

1769344
1769007

101

103

1185498
1764996023

104
105

1185873

106

1100352
1743891

108

N/l item not included with unit; order separately.

Description

Flange Locknut, 3/8-16..

Cotter Pin, 3/32 X 5/8....

Flat Washer, 3/8
Locknut, 3/8-16

Lift Crank
Cotter Pin

Special Washer................

Lower Blade Rod

Flange Locknut, 3/8-16..

Pivot Block.....................

Leveler Bar

Cutting Height Decal
Tap Screw, #8 x 3/8

Compression Spring

Speed Nut, 5/16-18..........

Belt Guard

Speed Nut, 5/16-18..........

Cotter Pin

Gage Wheel....................

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Qty.

9 110 1186329
2 149 1915930
6
2
1 159 1769038 Eye Bolt

1 165 1754125 Shoulder Bolt....................................

4 174 1770355 Toplock Nut......................................

1 307 1769903001
5 308 1185469 Roll Pin, 1/4 X1
1 309 1107386 Flat Washer, 5/8
1 310 1770248001

1 311 1768477001

8 312 1764140

1

2 314 1185976

1 315 1185759 Drive Pin, 1/4 X 3..............................

2 316 1769899001
4 317 1186347
2 402 1735222

Ref. Part

1915937

151

1769767

158

313

1769743001 Gage Support

Description

Flange Lock Screw, 5/16 x 3/4

Logo Decal.......................................

33" Combination Deck Decal
V-Belt

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Rear Lift Assembly.............................

Front Lift Assembiy............................

Spindle Assembly...............................

Flange Bearing..................................

Grease Fitting..................................

Mower Support
Whiziock Screw, 3/8-16x1

Black Spray Paint Can, 13 Oz

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Qty.

2
1
1
1
1
5
1
1
2
1
1
2
4
1
2
2

2

4

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41

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

MOWER DECK ASSEMBLY

44

^22 TORQUE TO

l\<k> ' 35 FT. LBS. jn—<s>

LOCTITEINTO

, „ PUCE 43

27

LOCTITE INTO PUCE

TORQUE TO
35 FT. LBS.

33

400 LOCTITE 242, 0.02 OZ. TUBE
401 BUCK SPRAY PAINT CAN, 13 OZ.

318

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

MOWER DECK ASSEMBLY

Ref.

2
3
4

10
11
12
13
14
15
17
18

19
20
21
22
23
24 1764140

25 1701055

26

27

28

29

30 1186059

31

32

33

34

35

36 1186231

37 1732499 Locknut, 5/16-18

38 1723996

39 1739687

Part Description Qty.

1185574 Ball Bearing
1746869 Spacer
1915280
1765029

6

1766061 Right Spindle Shaft

7

1768169 Left Spindle Shaft (long)

8
9

1765196
1765197 Belleville Washer
1910917

1185649 Retaining Ring............................ ,. 2 51

1771081
1771083 Brake Pad
1185985 Nylon Locknut. #10-24
1773600 Toothed Drive Belt
1768435

1774220 Cogged Pulley, 56T.................... .. 2

1769362 Drive Pulley
1736484 Flat Washer, 7/16
1100244
1773523 Range Lock Screw, 5/16-18x1

1762794

1100062 Hex Head Capscrew, 3/8-16 x 2-1/2...... 2 319

1911054 Adapter Trim............................... .. 1 (Incl. Refs. 18,39&47)

1770803 Idler Arm..................................... .. 1 320

1911021001Belt Tension Adjustment Bracket.... 1 400 97092 Loctite 242,0.02 oz. Tube

1749911 Idler Pulley
1766787 Special Thrust Washer
1720717

1756595 Extension Spring

Mower Spindle

Blade Spacer.............................. .. 2 43

Screw. 7/16-14x1
Blade. 33' Mulching
Flat Head Screw. #10-24x1-1/4... 2 52 1773642 Mulcher Cover, Fold-Up Style

Caution Decal............................. .. 1 55 19f0948001 Weldment Doubler

Lock Washer. 7/16
Flange Bushing

Flat Washer
Idler Pulley

Pop Rivet....................................

Belt Guide

Nut, 3/8-16..................................

Pulley Spacer
Danger Decal

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Ref. Part Description

.. 4 40 1768818 Flat Washer, 3/8 x 3/4
.. 2
.. 2 42

.. 1
.. 1 46
.. 2 47 1768451 Warning Decal
.. 2 48

2 50 1771925 Triplask Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8.......

.. 1
.. 2
.. 1 54 1910931 Discharge Chute

.. 1 57 1910971 Spring, Discharge Chute
.. 2 58
.. 2 59 1740496 Screw, Thread-Forming
.. 8 60
.. 2 158 1769767 V-Belt
.. 2 318 1773595 Mulching Blade Kit
.. 1 (Inch Refs.9,10and 11)

.. 2

.. 1 401
... 2
... 1
... 1
... 2
... 1
... 1
... 1

41 1100243 Lock Washer. 3/8

1701447

1764135 Belt Guide.............................

44 1769397 Screw, 7/16-14x1-1/4

1113527 Retaining Ring
1185715

177.1922001Sprocket Plate

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53 1727342 Cap

56 1910951001

1910972 Pin, Discharge Chute
1186098

1773587

1769048

1735222

Flat Washer

Pyramid Washer, 3/8............

(Incl. Ref, 28 and 30)

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Bracket, Chute Hinge

Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-18 x 3/4........

Mower Deck Assembly
Mower Spindle Assembly

(Incl. Refs. 2,3,4 & 5)

Black Spray Paint Can, 13 oz........

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7
2

1
2
1
1
1
8
2

1
2
1

2
1
1
1

8
1
1

1
1
2

N/l
N/i

N/l Item not included with unit; order separately.

43

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

Transaxle Assembly

MDOtl Md SERIAL

NUMBERS HERE

150

44

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987,889000 REPAIR PARTS

TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY

Ref.

10
11
12
13
14

15
16
17
18
20
22
23
25
26
27

28
29
30
31
32
33
34

Par!

772113

1

780086

2

770110

3

776300

4

778281

6

778122A

7

792160

8

784373

g

784365
778261
778262
778221
778068
778260
786150
786139
786147
792077
792079
788061
792073
792125
792035

788040
780072
780108
780001
792001
788076

780159
790071

36
37 790007

799021

38

786026

39

Description Qty.

Transaxle Cover

Needle Bearing...........................

Transaxle Case...........................

Countershaft
Spur Gear (16 teeth)
Spur Gear (22 teeth)
Shift Key
Shift Collar
Shift Rod & Fork

Bevel Gear & Bearing (Inc!. 174)..
Bevel Pinion (14 teeth)
Bevel Gear (16 teeth)
Differential Pinion
Ring Gear

Bearing Strip ..............................

Drive Pin

Neutral Spacer............................

Bail. 5/16" dia
Spring

Seal Ring....................................

Screw, 1/4-20x1-1/4'...................

Retaining Ring............................

Retaining Ring............................

Retaining Ring............................

Washer
Washer
Washer

“0” Ring......................................

“0” Ring......................................

Bushing......................................

Brake Disk

Brake Pad Plate

Brake Pad (pkg. of 2)
Dowei Pin

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... 2
... 1
... 1
... 1
... 1
... 1
... 1
... 2
... 17
... 4
... 1

... 1
... 6
... 2
... 2
... 1
... 1
... 1

... 1

... 1

... 2

... 2

Ref.

40
41
42

43
44
46
47 ■
48
49
50­51 =
54 778263
56

57 778128A
58
61 778265
63
64
65 780162

65A

66
67
69
71

76
77
79
80

90
150
161 •
174 780085
175

Part

792076A
790045
792073
792075
790025

786086
774747
774888 Axle (11 ” long)
778123A
778122A
778273

778127A

778129A
786158

786072
780160

776299
776352
780161
788069
780090
788078A

792144 Spring..........................................

790063A
788067B

510334
776302

780145

Description '

Washer.........................................

Brake Lever
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
Locknut, 5/16-24
Brake Pad Holder
Brake Lever Bracket
Axle (16-1/4” long)

Spur Gear (25 teeth)....................

Spur Gear (22 teeth) ........;

Spur Gear (19 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)....................

Spur Gear (25 teeth)
Spur Gear (28 teeth)
Spur Gear (30 teeth)
Spur Gear (34 teeth)

Spacer.........................................

Output Shaft Spacer
Washer

Washer........................................

Input Shaft

Shifter & Brake Shaft

Washer........................................

Square Cut Ring

Washer........................................

Inverted Retaining Ring (pkg. of 2)
Brake Bracket

Grease Specification

Gasket Eliminator (Loctite #515)....

Reverse Idler
Needle Bearing

Washer........................................

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1
1
2
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

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1

1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
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. 1

45

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman 4-Cycle, 8HP Engine (Model 143.988000)

400

416

46

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987-889000 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman 4-Cycle, 8HP Engine (Model 143.988000)

Engine Assembly

Ref#

1
2
14

15
15
17
18
19
20
25
26
28
30
31
35
36
37

Part#

35745
27652

28277
35082
32651
29916
651028
34043
35319
36460
650561
30322
35746B
35327
29826 Screw, 10-32 X 3/4
29918
29216
29642

38

40011

40

40012

40

40009

41

40010

41

40013

42

40014

42

27888

43

36897

45

47 651033

34034

48

35381

50

35747A

51
52 31356

33273A

60

650128

65

650990

66

35317

69

35711A Mounting Flange (Inci. 72,

70

31927

72

35319 Oil Seal

75

35783

80

30590A Washer

81

35378

82

30588A

83

29193

84

650833

86

31707A

88

32589

89

611090 Flywheel

90

650880

92

650881

93
100 35135

610118

101

651024

102

651007

103

35182

110

Description Qty Ref#

Cylinder (Incl. 2 & 20)
Dowel Pin
Washer
Governor Rod
Governor Lever 1 125
Governor Lever Clamp 1

Screw. Tor T-1 5,8-32 x 3/8" 1
Extension Spring 1 126
Oil Seal
Blower Housing Baffle 1
Screw, 1/4-20 X 5/8"
Lock Nut, 8-32 1
Crankshaft
Counterbalance Gear 1 135

Lock Washer 1 149A 35862
Lock Nut, 10-32 1
Retaining Ring
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.)
Piston, Pin & Ring Set 170

{.OlO'OS}

Piston & Pin Assy (Std.) (incl.

43)

Piston & Pin Assy (.010" OS)

(Incl. 43)
Ring Set (Std.) 1
Ring Set {.010’OS)
Piston Pin Retaining Ring 2
Connecting Rod Ass'y.

(Incl. 47) 1 186
Connecting Rod Bolt 2 200
Valve Lifter

Canashaft (MCR)
Counterbaiance Weight 1 206
Oil Pump Ass’y,
Blower Housing Extension 1
Screw. 10-24x1/2"
Screw, TorxT-30,

1/4-20x15/32" 1 223

Mounting Flange Gasket

75,80&81) 1

Oil Drain Plug ■

Governor Shaft

Governor Gear Ass'y, (1 nel. 81 ) 1

Governor Spool
Retaining Ring
Screw, 1/4-20x1-3/16"

Spacer (Incl. 81)

Flywheel Key

Lock Washer
Flywheel Nut
Solid State Ignition

Spark Plug Cover

Solid State Mounting Stud 2

Screw,TorxT-15,

10-24x15/16*

Ground Wire

1 119 36448
2

120
2 123 33261
1 124 651031

125 27880A

1 126

2 127 650691

128 -650690

1 130

1 149

1 151 32581
1 169 27896A

1 171

1 173 35350

1 178

1 184

2 203

1 204

1 207 33151

1 210

1

1 238
1 239
1 240
2 245

1 250
2 251
7 260
1 261
1

1

1 264A
1 265
1 275­1 276

2 282:
1 285

Part#

36449

27878A

34035

'34036

:650694A

33636
27882

150 27881

28423
28424
28425

172

174 650128

29752

182 30088A

33263

185 34926

33860
33865B
31342

651029
610973

209 30200

27793 Conduit Clip

211 28942

650378

27915A

224
234 650825

650834
33629
355388
35403
35404

245A

35961

650886
33635C
650788
29747B

262

650802
33272B

40003
31588
650729

277
281 33013

650760

. 35985B

Description Qty

Cylinder Head Gasket

lender Head
Intake Pipe Brace
Screw, 1/4-20x9/16" 3 298
Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)1
Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS) (incl.

151)
Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)
Intake Valve (1/32" OS) (Incl.

151)

Washer

Bellevitle Washer
Screw, 5/16-18x2* 9
Resistor Spark Plug (RJ17LM) 1
Valve Spring Cap
Valve Spring Cap

Valve Spring

Valve Spring Keeper
Valve Cover Gasket

Breather Body

Breather Element

Valve Cover

Breather Tube

Screw, 10-24x1/2" 2 900
Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28
Screw, 1/4-28 x 1"
Carburetor To Intake Pipe

Gasket

Intake Pipe

Governor Link

Control Bracket
Compression Spring
Screw, ToxT-10, 5-40x7/16"
Terminal

Throttle Link

Screw. 10-24x9/16"

Screw, 10-32x3/8"
Screw, Torx T-30,5/16-18

x1-1/8"
Intake Pipe Gasket
Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-20 2
Screw. 10-32x1-17/32" 2
/Or Cleaner Gasket
Air Cleaner Body (Incl. 239)
Air Cleaner Filter (Incl. 324)
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Cover 1
Viling Nut 1/4-20

Blower Housing
Screw, 5/16-18x3/4"
Screw, ToixT-40,5/16-24 X

21/32"
Screw. 1/4-20x5/8"
Cylinder Head Cover (Black)

Muffler
Locking Plate
Screw, 5/16-18x3-3/16"
Starter Bubble Cover
Screw, 8-32x3/8"

Starter Cup

Ref# Part# Description Qty

1 287 29752
1 290
1 292 26460

1 301
1 305

1 308
9 310 35576
9 325

1 380 640126
1 390 590746
2 400
2 (Incl. Items Marked PK in Notes) Incl. part
2
1 29673 (1), 33263 (1), 33629 (1), 34698A (1),
1

1

1 416 34479A

2
2 900

1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1

2
1

1
1
1
1

2

1
2

2
1
1

1
1
2
1
1
1

Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28 4

30705 Fuel Line 1

28763 Screw, 10-35/64" 2
335B3B

300

36246 Fuel Cap 1
35574 Gil Fill Tube

307 35499

35437 Fill Tube Clip

29443 Wire Clip

327 35392

35274 Oil Instruction Decal

370G

36450A Gasket Set

Fuel Line Clamp

Fuel Tank (incl, 292,298

&301)

“O’ ring

Dipstick 1

Starter Plug

Carburetor (Incl. 184) 1

Rewind Starter

#'S 27272A (1), 27896A (2). 27915A (1),

35262A(1), 36448(1)

“ Rep. short block 752314, order

"

Spark Arrestor Kit (option) 1

from 71-999

Replacement engine - none

2

1

1
1
1

1
1
1

1

1

47

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.889000 REPAIR PARTS

CARBURETOR NO. 640126

Craftsman 4-Cycie, 8HP Engine (Model 143.988006)

Ref« Part#

0

640126 Carburetor (Incl. 184

1 631776A Throttle Shaft &

2 631970 ■ Throttle Return Spring 1
4 631184
5 631183
6 631778
7 650506 Shutter Screw
10 631779 Choke Shaft &

11 631780A Choke Return Spring 1
12 631184 Dust Seal Washer 1
13 631183
14

631753 Choke Shutter 1
16 632527
17

651025 Throttle Crack Screw/ldle
18 630766 Tension Spring 1

20 640027
20A 640053
25 631867

27 631024 Float Shaft
28 632019 Float 1
29 631028
30 631021

31 631022 Spring Clip 1
36

640005 Main Nozzle Tube 1
37 632547 "0” ring. Main Nozzle

40 640012
44

27110 Bowl Nut Washer 1

47 630748 Welch Plug, Idle Mixture

48 631027

Description

of Engine Parts List 1

Lever Assembly 1

Dust Seal Washer

Dust Seal (Throttle)

Throttle Shutter 1

Lever Assembly

Dust Seal (Choke)

Fuel Fitting 1

Speed Screw 1

Idle Restrictor Screw 1
Idle Restrictor Screw Cap 1
Float Bowl 1

Float Bowl "0‘ Ring
Inlet Needle, Seat, &

Clip (Incl. 31) 1

Tube 2

High Speed Bowl Nut

Well 1

Welch Plug, Atmospheric

Vent 1

Qty.

1
1

2

1

1

1
1

1

48

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987,889000 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman 4-Cycle, 8HP Engine (Model 143.988000)

RECOIL STARTER NO. 590746

7"^ I ^7

<^v,4

11

3

5

RetH Part#

0

590746

1 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 1
2 590600 Washer 1
3 590679 Retainer 1
4

590601

5 590678 Brake Spring 1

6 590580 Starter Dog 2
7 590412 Dog Spring 2

8 590681

11 590747

12 590535 Starter Rope

13 590701 Starter Handle 1

Description

Recoil Starter

Washer 1

Pulley & Rewind

Spring Ass’y.

Starter Housing Ass'y.

{Length 98" X 9/64-dia.) 1

Qty.

1

1

1

49

NOTES

50

NOTES

51

CRBFTSMBN

OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

987.889000

8 Horsepower 33-INCH MOWER

Each mower has its own model number. Each engine has its

own model number.
The model number for your machine will be found on a decal

attached to the right side of the mower deck.
The model number for the engine will be found on the engine

housing.

All parts listed may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Service Centers and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOL

LOWING INFORMATION:

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE CALL

THIS TOLL-FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND ORDER

ING .CALL THIS

TOLL-FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

• PRODUCT - “MOWER”

• MODEL NUMBER - 987.889000

•ENGINE MODEL NO. - 143.988000

• PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider
that Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears
trained technicians...professional technicians specifically trained

on Sears products who have the parts, tools and the equipment

to ensure that we meet our pledge to you...we service what we

sell.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60179 U.S.A.

FORM 1905122 (3/98)

Printed in U.S.A.