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6.75 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No,
917,378311
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• EspaSol
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not
shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and
service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you
provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not
apply to your lawn mower.
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
CUPPING DEFLECTOR
FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS STABlUZER
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
GRASC
LAWN CATCHERS
MOWERS I GRASS
SiDE
LAWN
FOR
DISCHARGE
CATCHERS
MOWERS
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GAS CANS
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Read these instructions and this manual
in its entirety before you attempt to Operator I
control bar
assemble or operate your new lawn
mower. Upper handle
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is
shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in Lift up
the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been as- Mowing
sembled at the factory with the exception
of those parts left unassembled for
shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, Lower handle
washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com-
plete the assembly have been placed in
the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
operation of your lawn mower, all parts Your lawn mower was shipped ready to
and hardware you assemble must be be used as a mulcher. To convert to
tightened securely. Use the correct tools bagging or discharging:
as necessary to ensure proper tightness. Open rear door and remove mulcher
TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM plug, Store mulcher plug in a safe
place.
CARTON
You can now install catcher or
1. Remove loose parts included with optional clipping deflector.
mower. • To return to mulching operation, instalt
2. Cut down two end corners of carton
mulcher plug into discharge opening
and lay end panel down flat. of mower.
3. Remove all packing materials except w_=tCAUTION:Do not run your lawn mower
padding between upper and lower hout mulcher plug in place or ap-
handle and padding holding operator proved clipping deflector or grass catcher
presence control bar to upper handle. in place. Never attempt to operate the
4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and lawn mower with the rear door removed
check carton thorougiy for additional or propped open.
loose pads.
HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN
MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or damage control cables.
1. Raise handles until lower handle
section locks into place in mowing Mulcher
position.
2. Remove protective padding, raise
upper handle section into place on
lower handle and tighten both handle
knobs.
3. Remove handle padding holding
operator presence control bar to
upper handle.
Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
for your mowing comfod. Refer to "Adjust
Handle" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself
with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future
reference.
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the
produot. Learn and understand their meaning,
CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANI
OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY
Enginezone controlcable
Operator presence control bar
\ Drive control lever
Starter handle
Grass catche
Gasoline cap
Mulcherplug
Primer
Housing
COVet
Engine oil
cap w/
dipstick
., ar
Max 1/3
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.A,.TENA.CESC. OULE
As COMPLETE
nEGUS.
SE.VlOE SERWCE
OATES
I Check for Loose Fasteners ; _ _/
Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher
(11Equipped) ¥o t/ if
M Clean Lawn Mower _ M/
(Power-Propelled
Clean Under DriveMowers)
Cover
Check drive belt/pulleys
E (Power-Propelled Mowers) If
Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade bS $
Lubrication Chart V _
Clean Battery/Recha_rQe
Electric Start Mowers'_ II/ I/4
E Check EnQine Oil Level t/
N Change Engine Oil _I,2
G Clean Air Filter It/ 2
Inspect Muffler
N Clean or Replace Spark Plug v'
E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2
1 - Change more o/ten when operating under a heavy load or In high an=blenttemperalu_s.
2 - Ser_ce more O/lee when odPe_ng in didy or ckJstyCOediliC*_S
3 - Replace blades more o_en when mowing in sandy sc_l.
4 - Cha_e 48 hours at end of season.
LUBRICATION CHART
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this lawn mower does
_) Wheel adjuster Engineoil
not cover items that have been subjected
to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty,
operator must maintain mower as
instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your
unit,
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual (_) Brake spring bracket
should be checked at least once each
season.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug,
clean or replace air filter element and Handle bracket
check blade for wear. A new spark mounting pin
plug and clean/new air filter element (_) Rear door hinge
assures proper air-fuel mixture and
helps your engine run better and last (_) Refer to maintenance "Engine" section.
longer.
• Follow the maintenance schedule in _) Spray lubricant
this manual.
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease
BEFORE EACH USE plastic wheel bearings, viscous lubri-
1. Check engine oil level. cants will attract dust and dirt that will
2. Check for loose fasteners. shorten the life of the self-lubricating
LUBRICATION bearings, if you feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI-
CATION CHART"). 10graphite type lubricant sparingly.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
GASOLIN E CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS
UNLEADED REGULAR
OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)
_)ILCAPACITY: 20 OZS.
SPARK PLUG (GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJlgLM OR J19LM
VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 - .008
EXHAUST: .004 - .008
SOLID STATE IGNITION
_,IRGAP: .0125 IN.
BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the
lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space
provided above.
LAWN MOWER TO REPLACE BLADE
Always observe safety rules when 1. Position the blade adapter on the
performing any maintenance. engine crankshaft. Be sure key in
TIRES adapter and crankshaft keyway are
aligned.
• "Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm 2. Position blade on the blade adapter
rubber. aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may 3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade
cause tire damage. (opposite sharp edge) is up toward
the engine.
BLADE CARE 4. Install the blade bolt with the lock
For best results, mower blade must be washer and hardened washer into
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blade adapter and crankshaft.
blades. 5. Use block of wood between blade and
TO REMOVE BLADE lawn mower housing and tighten the
blade bolt, turning clockwise.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
• The recommended tightening torque is
plug and place wire where it cannot 35-40 ft. Ibs.
come in contact with spark plug. IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make
treated.
sure air filter and carburetor are up. TO SHARPEN BLADE
3. Use a wood block between blade and
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-
mower housing to prevent blade from
ing blade - but if you do, be sure the
turning when removing blade bolt. blade is balanced.
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves Care should be taken to keep the blade
and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. balanced. An unbalanced blade wilt
4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-
clockwise. cause eventual damage to lawn mower
or engine.
5. Remove blade and attaching hard- • The blade can be sharpened with a file
ware (bolt, lock washer and hardened
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
washer).
to sharpen while on the mower.
NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and
check the key inside hub of blade
adapter. The key must be in good condi-
tion to work properly. Replace adapter if
damaged.
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• To check blade balance, drive a nail GEAR CASE
intoa beam or wall. Leave about one • To keep your drivesystem working
inchof the straightnail exposed. Place properly,the gear case and area
center hole of bladeover the head of aroundthe ddve shouldbe kept clean
the nail. If blade is balanced, it should and free of trash build-up. Clean under
remainin a horizontalposition.If either the drivecover twice a season.
end of the blade moves downward, • The gear case is filled with lubricantto
sharpen the heavy end until the blade the properlevel at the factory. The only
is balanced. time the lubricantneeds attentionis if
Blade service has been performedon the
adapter
gear case.
• If lubricantis required,use onlyTexaco
StarplexPremium1 Grease, Part No.
Lockwasher 750369. Do not substitute.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
_/_,._ _ Crank Use only high qualitydetergentoil rated
with API serviceclassificationSF-SJ.
Select the oil'sSAE viscositygrade
ilF shoft accordingto your expected operating
temperature.
Hardened _''_"_"_'
'_ Bladeadapter
washer eoge
GRASS CATCHER
• The grasscatcher may be hosedwith
water, but mustbe dry when used.
• Check your grasscatcher oftenfor 11EMpERATURE RANGE ANllCIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL MUFFLER
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
drain oil, drain fuel tank by running could create a fire hazard and/or dam-
engine until fuel tank is empty. age.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark SPARK PLUG
plug and place wire where it cannot Change your spark plug each year to
come in contact with spark plug. make your engine start easier and run
2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.
clean surface.
3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown CLEANING
and drain oil into a suitable container.
Rock lawn mower back and forth to IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep mower housing free of buitt-up
remove any oil trapped inside of
grass and trash. Clean the underside of
engine.
your mower after each use.
4. Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower
_I_CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
and on side of engine.
from spark plug and place wire where it
5. Fill engine with oil. (See "Add Oil" in cannot come in contact with the spark
the Operacion section of this manual.)
plug.
6. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark
• Clean the underside of your lawn
plug.
mower by scraping to remove build-up
of grass and trash.
• Clean engine often to keep trash from
Container
accumulating. A clogged engine runs
hotter and shortens engine life.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
AIR FILTER of all gasoline, oil,etc.
Your engine will not run properly and may • We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
be damaged by using a dirty air filter.
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
Replace the air filter every year, more
carburetor are covered to keep water
often if you mow in very dusty, dirty
conditions. Do not wash air filter. out. Water in engine can result in
shortened engine life.
TO CHANGE AIR FILTER
1. Remove the air filter by turning CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
clockwise to the stop and pull away Clean under drive cover at least twice a
from col)ar. season. Scrape underside of cover with
2. Remove filter from inside of cover. putty knife or similar tool to remove any
3. Clean the inside of the cover and the build-up of trash or grass on underside of
collar to remove any dirt accumula- drive cover.
tion.
4. Insert new filter into cover.
5. Put air filter cover and filter into collar
aligning the tab with the slot.
6. Push in on cover and turn counter-
clockwise to tighten.
Turn
DrivVerBe
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TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER ENGINE
1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag ENGINE SPEED
with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Your engine speed has been factory set.
Make sure the frame handle is outside Do not attempt to increase engine speed
of the bag top. or it may result in personal injury. If you
2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. believe that the engine is running too fast
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold or too slow, take your lawn mower to a
them in warm water for a few minutes. If Sears or other qualified service center for
bag gets wet, let it dry before using. repair and adjustment.
ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower CARBURETOR
without clipping deflector or approved Your carburetor has a non-adjustable
grass catcher in place. Never attempt to fixed main jet for mixture control. If your
operate the lawn mower with the rear engine does not operate properly due to
door removed or propped open. suspected carburetor problems, take your
lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified
Catcher service center for repair and/or adjust-
frame ment.
handle IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center, which has
Frame proper equipment and experience to
opening make any necessary adjustments.
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Immediately prepare your lawn mower for Operator presence
storage at the end of the season or if the control bar _,
unit will not be used for 30 days or more.
LAWN MOWER upper nanale -__ //// _, _)
When lawn mower is to be stored for a
Fold forward f J l
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a stroage _ !J" _"/ I
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clean, dry area.
1. Clean entire lawn mower (See
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance
section of this manual). 3 _,.k.,_-_,_-_'_J_: y Mowing
2. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte*
nance section of this manual. positioo
3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, Lower handle
and pins are securely fastened.
ENGINE
Inspect moving parts for damage,
breakage and wear. Replace if FUEL SYSTEM
necessary. IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint gum deposits from forming in essential
surfaces; sand lightly before painting. fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
HANDLE filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.
You can fold your lawn mower handle for Also, experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
storage.
1. Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
handle toward each other until the which leads to separation and formation
lower handle clears the handle of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
bracket, then move handle forward. damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.
2. Loosen upper handle mounting bolts 1. Drain the fuel tank.
enough to allow upper handle to be
folded back. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
IMPORTANT: When folding the handle
for storage or transportation, be sure to • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
fold the handle as shown or you may products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage the control cables. damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
• When setting up your handle from the
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
storage position, the lower handle will
alternative in minimizing the formation of
automatically lock into the mowing
position, fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix
ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
Handle engine at least 10 minutes after adding
Sueeze to fold bracket stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINEOIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
pin
the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER
1. Remove spark plug.
2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder.
3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times
to distribute oil.
164 . Replace with new spark plug.
OTHER • Cover your unit with a suitable protec-
• Donotstoregasoline
fromone tive cover that does not retain mois-
season
to another. ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
• Replace your gasoline can if your breathe which allows condensation to
can starts to rust, Rust and/or dirt in form and will cause your unit to rust.
your gasoline will cause problems. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
• If possible, store your unit indoors engone and exhaust areas are still warm.
and cover it to give protection from A CAUTION:Never store the lawn mower
dust and dirt. with gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Does not start 1. Dirtyair filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.
2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank.
3. Stale fuel. 3, Drain tank and refill with
fresh clean fuel,
4. Water in fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor and refill tank
with fresh gasoline.
5. Spark plug wire is 5. Connect wire to plug,
disconnected.
6. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace spark plug.
7. Loose blade or broken 7. Tighten blade bolt or
blade adapter. replace blade adapter.
8. Control bar in released 8. Depress control bar to
position. handle.
9. Control bar defective. 9. Replace control bar.
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TROUBLESHOO rING CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Starterropehard 1, Engine flywheelbrake is on 1. Depress control bar to
topull when controlbar is release€ upper handle before
pulling starter rope.
2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2, Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
3. Blade adapter broken. 3, Replace blade adapter.
4. Blade dragging in grass. 4. Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface.
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.016700
1 37465 Cylinder (Incl. 2 & 20) 178 29752 Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28
• 2 26727 Dowel Pie 182 6201 Screw, t/4-28 x 7/6"
6 33734 Breather Element 184 26756 • Carburetor To Intake Pipe
7 36557 Breather Ass'y, (Incl. 6 & 12A) Gasket
12 36775 Breather Tube 185 37466 Intake Pipe
12A 36558 Breather Cover & Tube (Incl. 186 32653 Governor Link
126) 189 650839 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/6"
128 36694 Breather Tube Elbow 191 36659A S.E. Brake Bracket (Incl. 195)
14 28277 Washer 196 610973 Terminal
15 30589 Governor Rod (Incl. 14) 207 34336 ThrOttle Link
16 34939A Governor Lever 216 33086 R.P,M. Adjusting Lever
17 31335 Governor Lever Clamp 223 650451 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"
16 651018 Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x 19/ 224 36786 * Intake Pipe Gasket
64" 238 650932 Screw, 10-32 x 49/64"
19 36281 Extension Spring 239 34338 * Air Cleaner Gasket
20 32600 Oil Seal 241 36919 Air Cleaner Collar
30 37464 Crankshaft 245 36905 Air Cleaner Fi_ter
40 40027 Piston, Pin & Ring Sat (Std.) Air Cleaner Cover
41 40042 Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.) 250
260 37122
36980 Blower Housing
(Incl. 43) Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
42 40006 Ring Set (Std.) 261 30200
43 20381 Piston Pin Retaining Ring 262 650831 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"
Recoil Grille
46 36777 Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 263A
275 37184
37462 Muffler
46) 277 650988 Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-8/16"
46 32610A Connecting Rod Bolt 285 35000A Starter Cup
48 27241 Valve Litter 287 650926 Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"
50 37460 Camshaft Exhaust(MCR)(Inc. 290 29774 Fuel Line
ref 104) 292 26460 Fuel Line Clamp
52 29914 C4_Pump Ass'y. 298 28763 Screw, 10-32 x 35/64"
69 37130 * Mounting Flange Gasket Fuel Tank (Inct. 292 & 301)
70 34311E Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 300 36916
thru 83) 301 36246 Fuel Cap (Black)
Oil Fill Tube
72 30572 Oil Drain Plug (Incl• 73 305 35647
73 28833 Drain Plug Gasket 306 36996 " "O"-Ring
75 27897 Oil Seal 307 35499 "O"-Ring
309 650562 Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"
89 30574A Governor Shaft 310 35648 Dipstick
81 30590A Washer 313 34080 Spacer
82 30591 Governor GearAss'y. (incL 347 651038 Screw, 10-32 x 51/64"
81) Lubrication Decal
63 30588A Governor Spoor 370A 36261
370C 37318 Primer Decal (3 X)
86 650488 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 370R 37317 Warning Decal
89 611004 Flywheel Key 380 640271 Carburetor (Inct. 184)
90 611112 FlywheelA 390 590739 Rewind S1arter
92 650815 Belleville Washer
93 650816 Flywheel Nut 400 36792B Gasket Set (hlncl.Items
Marked * in Notes)
100 34443C Solid State Ignition Spark Arrestor Kit (Incl.
101 610118 Spark Plug Cover 416 36085
417)(Optional)
103 651007 Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/ 417 650760 Screw, 8-32 x 3/8" Optional)
16"
164 37486 Cam Bushing 900 Replacement Engine NONE
110 37047 Ground Wire 900 Replacement S/B 750865
Order from 71 -999
119 36787 * Cylinder Head Gasket
RPM High 2900 to 3200
120 36825 Cylinder Head
125 36780 Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS) NOTE: This engine could have been built with
(_nct. 151) 590702 starter
37288 Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Incl.
151
NOTE: Atl component dimensions given in U.S.
126 37289 ntake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151) inches 1 inch ,= 25.4 mm
130 6021A Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
135 37598 Resistor Spark Plug
(RJ19LM4)
150 31672 Valve Spring
151 31673 Valve Spring Cap
151A 40017 Intake Valve Seal
169 36783 * Valve Cover Gasket
172 36784 Valve Cover
174 30200 Screw, 10-24 x 9/t6"
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