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¢40DEL NO.
917.372260
4.0 RESERVE POWER
22" POWER-PROPELLED
LA WN M 0 WER
THIS MOWER COMPLIES WITH CPSC REGULATIONS EFFECT|VE JUNE 30, 1982, TO START THE ENGLNE tT tS NECESSARY
TO DEPRESS THE CONTROL BAR WHEN STANDING BEHIND THE MOWER, BEFORE PULLING ON THE STARTER ROPE,
FOR FURTHER STARTING DETAILS SEE PAGE 8 OF THIS MANUAL,
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., CHICAGO, IL 60684 U.S.A.
_ART NO. 87867 REV. 2 4!5/88
CRAFTSMAN quality LAWN CARE equipment
TWOYEARLIMITEDWARRANTYONCRAftSMANPOWERMOWEn
For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman power mower is maintained, lubricated and
tuned-up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect
in material and workmanship.
If this Craftsman power 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 spark plug.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure
to maintain the equipment acc0rdingt 9the instructionscontained in the owner's manual.
WARRANTYSER ,C IAVA, BLERETURN,NGT.ECRAFTSM NPOWERMOWERTOT,E
NEAREST SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.
Thiswarranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state
to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO. Department 698/731A Sears Tower, Chicago, III. 60684 Jl_
.... I'11r1'111111I[ Ff,rrm_ffT
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT IS AVAILABLE ON THIS PRODUCT. CONTACT YOUR
NEAREST SEARS STORE FOR DETAILS.
CUSTOMERS RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and observe the rules for safe use. Always use care when using your lawn mower. Keep away from
moving parts.
DO NOT work on your lawn mower with engine running. Always keep your mower clean.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower. Awell cared for mower
will run and last longer.
Fallow the instructionsunder "Maintenance" and "Storage" sectionsof this Owner's Manual.
Blade, blade flange, ai_ _J_n_r/ai_ fiii_r, _park plug are expendable parts which are your responsibility.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY ........................................................ 2
KNOW YOUR CRAFTSMAN MOWER ........................................ 3
RULES FOR SAFE USE ................................................... 4
HELP YOUR LAWN MOWER LAST LONGER .................................... 5
HOW TO SET-UP YOUR MOWER ........................................... 6
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ............................................... 8
HOW TO USE YOUR MOWER ............................................. 9
MAINTENANCE ....................................................... 11
STORAGE ........................................................... 15
REPAIR PARTS ....................................................... 17
ENGINE REPAIR PARTS ................................................ 24
TROUBLE SHOOTING ................... ................................ 16
KNOW YOUR CRAFTSMAN®MOWER
ZONE/ENGINE
CONTROL
HANDLE KN(
GRASS CATCHER
HANDLE BRACKET
ENGINE CONTROL KNC
PRIMER
AIR FILTER
FIG. 1
CABLE CLIP
31NE OIL CAP WiTH DIPSTICK
GASOLINE FILLER CAP
WHEEL ADJUSTER
(ON EACH WHEELI
DRIVE COVER
HOUSING
MEETS CPSC BLADE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
SPECIFICATIONS TOOLS REQUIRED
Oil: Use SAE 30W motor oil. SAE 10W30
motor oil con also be used.
Gasoline: Use unleaded automotive
gasoffne. Regular automotive gasoline can
also be used. DO NOT use premium
gasoline.
FOR CATCHER ASSEMBLY
7/16" wrench or
adjustable wrench.
Medium phillips screwdriver.
FOR BLADE REMOVAL
Standard 15116" box or open
end wrench
_ears Rotary Walk-Behind Power Mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute, Outdoor
Sower Equipment lhstitute, and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, as applicable.
3
RULES FOR SAFE USE
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WiRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE A
IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING
WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO
YOUR MOWER.
IMPORTANT
FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE THE ENGINE CONTROL INSTALLED ON THIS MOWER IN ORDER TO
MINIMIZE THE RISK OF BLADE CONTACT INJURY. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE ATTEMPT TO
DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR CONTROL.
1. Please read your owner's manual.
Only allow persons who know the
safety rules to use your mower.
2. DO NOT tie the control bar to the han-
dle. Control must be free to permit
brake engagement when handles and
control are released.
3. DO NOT altow children to use your
mower.
4. Check your mower over before each
time you mow. Tighten any loose
bolts, nuts, etc.
5. Remove all sticks, stones, wires, cans,
boards, etc. from area to be mowed.
These objects can be thrown by the
blade.
6. DO NOT allow children, bystanders,
or pets in the mowing area.
7. BE CAREFUL-WHEN THE ENGINE
IS RUNNING THE BLADE IS
TURNING.
8. Always shut off engine before trying
to adjust wheel heights.
9. When engine is running, DO NOT put
hands or feet under mower or in the
discharge chute, nor make any
adjustments.
10. Stay clear of discharge opening at all
times.
11. Check gasoline before each use. Do
not fill gas tank when engine is run-
ning, when indoors or when engine is
hot. Allow engine to cool for several
minutes before filling gas tank. Clean
off any spilled gasoline before starting
engine.
12. Mow onl_ in good light.
! 3. Wear on,y solid shoes when mowing.
DO NOT operate mower when
barefoot, or wearing open sandals.
14. Disengage drive control on power
pro.pelled mowers before starting
engine.
I5. DO NOT use a damaged mower.
Always have damage repaired
before mowing.
16. Always stop engine when not cutting
grass or when crossing gravel drive,
sidewalk, or roadway.
17. Never pull mower towards you,
always follow mower to cut grass.
18. Never use your mower without pro-
per guards or deflectors in place.
19. Always mow across a slope or inclin-
ed area. DO NOT mow up or down
a slope or inclined area.
20. DO NOT mow in wet grass. DO NOT
run with the mower.
21. DO NOT run your mower indoors.
Exhaust gases are deadly poison.
22. DRAIN THE GASOLINE tank before
transporting your mower inside your
car or other vehicle.
23. DO NOT run your mower if it vibrates
too much. Stop engine and make
repairs. Vibration isan indication of
damage.
24. DO NOT change the engine gover-
nor settings to over-speed the
engine--damage or injury can result.
25. If a grass catcher is used on your
mower, check the catcher often for
damage or deterioration. Through
normal use it will wear. Use only
recommended replacement catcher.
Always stop engine to remove
catcher.
26. DO NOT store your mower or
gasoline where fumes may reach an
open flame and cause a fire.
27. Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields before starting your lawn
mower and while mowing.
4
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign obiects thrown into the
eyes,, which can result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields before starting your lawn mower and while mowing° We recommend Wide
Vision Safety Mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available
at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores,
ACCESSORIESTO HELPYOU GETTHEMOST FROMYOUR MOWER
_OWER COVER: Sears Tyvek_cover, stock number 7) 33316, protects mower from weather when stored outdoors.
_vailable through Sears catalog.
_AS CAN: A new gas can keeps rust and dirt out of fuel system for longer engine life and improved performance. Craft-
_an gas cans have built in filters to keep impurities out of your engine and are available in Permanex ®polyethylene
,ith lifetime warranty and strong terneplate steel.
:LIPP1NG DEFLECTOR: Converts rear bagging mowers to side discharge to disperse safely and evenly, stocknumber
'1 33303 avai able in most retail stores, through catalog, Sears Central Service and parts desks. N-TE
GH WHEEL K T A pair of 12-inch rear wheels improves handling on soft, spongy lawns and uneven terrain, u :
:the Z! 3372 t High Wheel Kit ispurchased as an accessory, the cutting height range wilf be reduced to five (5) different
ositions; from 1 1/2" to 3 1/2". Available through catalog and Sears Central Service and Parts desks.
HESE ACCESSORIES WERE AVAILABLE AT MOST SEARS STORES AND THROUGH THE CATALOG AT THE TIME
HIS MANUAL WAS PRINTED.
IMPORTANTTIPSTO HELPYOUR LAWN MOWERSTARTFASTER,RUN AND PERFORMBETTER
1. USE UNLEADED GASOLINE: It burns cleaner and leaves less residue in the engine. Regular gasoline can also be
used. DO NOT use PREMIUM GASOLINE.
2. DRAIN OR RUN-OUT ALL GASOLINE FROM TANK AT THE END OF THE SEASON: DO NOT leave gasoline
in your mower when stored for long periods. It will "GUM" your engine. Run engine until the gasoline runs out.
3. START EACH MOWING SEASON WITH FRESH GASOLINE: DO NOT keep gasoline in your can. If your gasoline
can is starting to rust, replace can.
4. CHANGE YOUR SPARK PLUG EVERY SPRING: An old corroded spark plug prevents fast starting and smooth
running engine.
5. REPLACE YOUR AIR CLEANER OR FILTER OFTEN: Dirt, along with heat can harm your engine, the cleaner or
filter will clog up, preventing clean air from reaching your engine. See "Air Cleaner/Filter" section of this manual
for replacing air cleaner or filter_
6, USE SAE 30W OIL: DO NOT use SAE 10W40 oil.
7. CHANGE OIL AS RECOMMENDED: IMPORTANT - change oil after the first two (2) hours of use, then every 25
hours of use.
8. REPLACE THE BLADE WHEN NEEDED: You can sharpen the blade, but we do not recommend it. Erosion from
hitting foreign objects can damage the blade, Replace blade with one specifically designed for your mower.
9. AT THE END OF THE SEASON, CLEAN YOUR MOWER: IMPORTANT - first disconnect the spark plug wire. If
possible, store your mower in a well ventilated area and protected from moisture.
O. FOLLOW THE MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS IN YOUR OWNERS MANUAL: Read your manual and keep
it in a convenient piace_f-6i'_easy reference.
Your lawn mower has been completely assembled at the factory, except for the grass catcher. To set-up and attach gross
_tc_r, follow the steps under "GRASS CATCHER"
The foflowing parts are included not assembled:
1Grass Catcher Top Assembly
I Grass Catcher Bottom
1 Hardware Package
HOWTOSET-UPYOURMOWER
TOUNFOLDHANDLE
t. Raise handles until the lower handle isin upright posh
tion (See Fig. 2).
NOTE: The lower handle automatically locks into the
upright storage position when raisedfrom shipping
position.
2. Raise the upper handle intoposition on the lower han-
dle and tighten the two (2) handle knobs.
3. The handle can be mounted in high or low position
to suit the comfort of the user. The handles are ship-
ped mounted in the high position.
4. If the handle feels too high for you:
a. Remove the (2) screws, (2) bushings, (I) bolt and
Iocknut holding the trimplate and rope guide to lower
handle. Keep for re-assembly (See Fig. 4).
b. Remove the handle knobs and bolts from upper
and lower handle.
c. Remove the springs from mounting pins {bee Fig.
3).
d. Remove/ocknuts and bolts from handle brackets
and remove handle levers (Se Fig. 3).
e. Turn handle over, position handle levers inplace
(See Fig. 4).
.Reinstall bolts and/ocknuts (See Fig. 3).
• Put springs back on mounting pins (See Fig. 3).
. Put upper handle on lower handle using handle
bolts and knobs previously removed.
i. Puttrim plate and rope guide back on lower han-
dle, removed in (a) above. Tightenthe (2) screws,
(2) bushiness,(t) bolt, tighten (2) screws and (I)
Iocknut (See Fig. 4).
I. Snap cable c;o over cable and lower handle [See
Fig.I).
5. Press the handle levers and the handle wilt
automatically lock in_omowing position.
6. To fold handle for storage, press the handle levers
and move handle forward (Fig. 3).
CAUTION: WHEN FOLDING HANDLE FOR
TRANSPORTING OR STORAGE, BESURE TO FOLD
HANDLE AS SHOWN /N FIG. 5. /F YOU FOLD
HANDLE THE WRONG WAY, YOU MAY BEND
THE CONTROL CABLES.
TOADJUSTHEIGHTOFCUT
NOTE: The wheels are set in alow cut position for ship-
ment, and shouldbe adjusted for the cutting heightdesired
before use. NOTICE: Lowering wheels raises the height
of cut.
UPRIGHTHANDLE ._,'- ",,
STORAGEPOSITION k_
AND REMOVING lt
MOWING l
POSITION _,;
I
J
LOCKNUT
HANDLE
BRACKET
FIG. 3
HOWTOSET-UPYOURMOWER(¢ONT'D)
TOADJUSTHEIGHTOFCUT(CONT'D}
CAUTION: DO NOT change the height of cut with the
engine running,
I. The wheel adiusters give you five (5) different cutting
positions. Medium cut is the best for most lawns.
2, High cut is approximately 3 3/8 "_,medium cut is ap-
xIm _t •
pro "ately 25/8 and low cut zsapproximately 1
I/8" There are two (2) otherpositlons. Pick the posi.
tion which suits you for best cutting (See Fig. 6).
3. The wheel adjusters on your lawn mower can be easi.
ly adjusted as shown in Fig. 7. To change the height
of cut, squeeze adjuster lever toward the wheel, mov-
ing up or down to selected height. Be sure all wheels
are in the same setting (See Fig. 6).
4. When cutting in heavy or moist grass, the rear of the
lawn mower may be raised one setting higher (by
lowering the wheels one setting) to allow better
discharge of the grass.
This will also make the unit push or propel easier
because it will reduce the drag of the rear of the
mower on the grass. This will not harm the cutting
performance.
LOW
MED
iIit11I \
_ j_s
• WHEEL ADJUSTER LEVER
SHOWN WITH WHEEL REMOVED
FIG. 6
REARDEFLEaOR
The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of
your lawn mower, was assembled at the factory and re-
quires no assembly.
T0 ASSEMBLEGRASSCATCHER
NOTE: The grass catcher for your mower is supplied
unassembled. To assemble your grass catcher follow steps
below.
SCREW ACTUAL SIZE
1/4-20 x 3/4"" SCREW
1. Position top half of catcher on the bottom haft (See
Fig.8).
2. Insert I/4-20 x 3/4 truss head screw through right
front hole of catcher; install 1/4 nut on screw and
leave loose (See Fig. 8).
3. Insert a 1/4-20 x 3/4 screw through left front hole
of catcher; install !/4 nut on screw and leave loose.
4. Tighten screws installed in steps2 &3. Use a medium
phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws while
holding] the Iocknuts with adjustable or 7/16"
wrench.
5. Install six more 1/4-20 x 3/4 screws, proceeding
around the catcher; leave Iocknuts loose.
6. Use a medium phl_fips s_ewdriver to tighten the re-
maining screws while holding the Iocknuts with ad-
justable or 7/16'" wrench.
NOTE: Check all screws and nuts to be sure they are tight.
FIG, 7
CATCHER TOP
\
1/4-20 x 3/4"
TRUSS HEAD
SCREW
CATCHER BOTTOM
START HERE
1 4 20 KEPS NUTS
FIG. 8
HOWTOSET-UPYOURMOWER(¢ONT'I))
TOATTACFIGRASSCATCHER
1. Lift rear door.
2. Holding the catcher by the handle, place catcher
frame onto hinge bracket (Fig. 9).
3. Release rear door.
4. When grass catcher is removed from the mower, the
rear door closes for safety.
NOTE: YOUR REAR BAGGER MOWER IS NOT A
MULCHING MOWER. DO NOT OPERATE YOUR
MOWER WITHOUT AN APPROVED GRASS CA T.
CHER OR OPTIONAL CLIPPING DEFLECTOR IN
PLACE.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE MOWER WITH
THE DOOR REMOVED OR PROPPED OPEN.
TOEMPTYGRASSCATCH[R
1. Lift grass catcher, by grasping the handle on top of
grass catcher and on the rear of catcher (See Fig. 10).
2. To empty the grass clippings, shake the catcher, with
the open end aver or inta suitable container for
disposal (See Fig. t0).
BEFORESTARTINGENGINE
i. Remove engine oil cap with dipstick and fill to the
"FULL" line on the dipstick, using about 1 pint of
Sears 30W all or equivalent. SAE 30W oil can also
be used(See Fig. 11). DO NOT useSAE lOW40 oil.
The total oil capacity of your engine is 21 oz. Fill only
to the "FULL'" line on the dipstick. DO NO Tover fill. The
first fill on a new engine useabout Ipint. Check oil Jevel
and add as required to bring to proper level.
2. Pour oil slowly, DO NOT over fill.
NOTE: On anew engine some oil may be left in the
engine, as each engine is run for operational checks
before shipping.
3. AFTER THE FIRST TWO (2) HOURS OF MOWING
CHANGE THE OIL. See "To Change Oil" section
under maintenance.
Use only all with automotive classifications SF, SE, SD
or SC markings on oil container.
_c:ll_e g:Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels
asohoi or using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture whichleads to separation and formation of acids
duri'ng storage. Addi'c gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage.
To ovoid engine problems, the fuel systemshould be emp-
tied before storage for 30 days or longer. Dram the gas
tank, start the engine and let # run until the fuel linesand
carburetor are empty. Use fre.shfuel next season. See
Storage Insh_uctions for additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
JNGE BRACKET
DOOR OPEN
\\
FiG 9
FIG. 10
GASOLINE FILLER CAP
OIL FILLERPLUG
FIG. 11
4. Fill thegasoline tank with about one (I) quart offresh,
clean unleaded automotive gasoline. Regular leaded
gasohne can also be used (See Fig. 11).
DO NOT use old or stale gasoline which has been kept
from one season to another; starting problems can result.
BE SURE YOUR GASOLINE CAN IS CLEAN AND J
FREE OF RUST AND DIRT.
REPLACE YOUR CAN IF IT HAS STARTED TO RUST.
$
HOWTOUSEYOURMOWER
iMPORTANT
ENGINE¢OHTROL
CAUTION: THE BLADE TURNS WHEN THE ENGINE
15 RUNNING.
YOUR MOWER tS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPERA TOR
ZONE ENGINE CONTROL WHICH REQUIRES THE
OPERATOR TO BE POSITIONED BEHIND THE
MOWER HANDLE TO START AND OPERATE THE
MOWER.
THE CONTROL BAR MUST BE DEPRESSED TO THE
HANDLE TO 5TART AND RUN THE ENGINE, RELEAS-
ING THE CONTROL BAR WILL STOP THE ENGINE.
AN INTERNAL ENGINE BRAKE ASSISTS THE BLADE
IN STOPPING QUICKL Y.
WHEN THE OPERATOR LEAVES THE NORMAL
MOWING POSITION TO REMOVE THE GRASS CAT-
CHER, CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT, PICK UP
5TICK5 OR OTHER OBJECT5 IN THE MOWING PATH,
THE ENGINE WILL AUTOMATICALLY STOP WHEN
THE CONTROL BAR IS RELEASED.
CAUTION; FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE THE
ENGINE CONTROL INSTALLED ON THIS MOWER IN
ORDER TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF BLADE CONTACT
INJUR Y. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUM5TANCE A T-
TEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE
OPERATOR CONTROL.
ENGINECONTROL
The engine speed is controlled by a lever (red knob)
located on right side of engine, It has '_HIGH'" and
"LOW"positions. "'HIGH" position isfor starting engine,
heavy cutting and better grass bagging. "LOW" posi-
tion is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy (See
Fig. 12).
TO STARTENGINE
THE CONTROL BAR MU5T BE DEPRE55ED TO THE
HANDLE TO 5TART AND RUN THE ENGINE.
NOTE: The carburetor has a fixed fuel mixture and has
a primer to assist starting.
I. Check oil level; check gasoline tank for _]asoline; and
make sure spark plug wire is attachea,
2. Push lever forward to "HIGH"position (See Fig. 12).
3. When starting a cold engine, push the primer five (5)
times before pulling starter rope. Use firm pushes
when pushing primer, wait several seconds between
each push (See Fig. 12).
4. Repeat step 3 above as required.
NO TE: In cooler weather the need to repeat priming pro-
cedures may be necessary, when weather is warmer over
priming may result in flooding.
If you do flood engine wait a few minutes before
repeating priming procedures.
It is not necessary to use t_rner to start warm engine,
5. Position yourself as shown in Fig. 15.
6. Pull on starter handle quickly.
7. DO NOT allow starter rope to snap back.
8, To stop the engine, release the control bar (See Fig.
14).
FIG. 12
CONTROL BAR
/
;INE
CONTROL
TO ENGAGE
DRIVE CONTROL.
FIG, 13
CONTROL
RELEASED
ENGINE STOP
FIG. 14
FIG, 15
CONTROL
OR_VE CONTRO
DISENGAGED
CONTROL
DEPRESSED jSTART. RUN
g
HOWTOUSEYOURMOWER((ONT'D)
IF ENGINEDOESNOTSTART
1. Check blade -remove spark plug wire when checking
blade. If blade is loose, see "BLADE AND BLADE
FLANGE CARE" of manual for instructionson tighten-
ing blade.
2. Check air filter - replace ff dogged. ,See "Air Filter"
section.
3. Check spark plug . if dirty, clean or replace.
4. Observe that lower end of the engine control cable
is actuating the lever mounted on the engine.
5. Engine may be flooded -wait afew minutes and
repeat starting procedure.
NOTE: If then your engine will not start, contact your
nearest Sears Service Department for help.
ZONE/ENGINECONTROL
Your mower is equipped with a zone/engine control at-
tached and requires no adjustments (See Fig. 13).
DRIVE CONTROL
The power-propelling forward motion is controlled by
pulling the control bar down to handle and pushing the
drive control lever forward until it clicks,then release the
lever (See Fig. 13).
Forward motion wil! stop when the controlbar isreleased.
To stop forward motion without stopping the engine,
release the control bar slightly untilthe drive control
disengages. Depress control bar to handle to continue
mowing without self-propelling.
To turn corners, you may prefer to keep the drive control
engaged, and push down on the handle, lifting the front
wheels off the ground and turning mower.
POWER-PROPELLEDDRIVE
1. Yourpower-propelled drive isaccomplishedby a belt
drive from the engine crankshaft to a Worm gear case.
2. The drive belt is sprlng.loaded at the gear case to
maintain proper belt tension. Keep the area around
the gear case clear of trash by removing drive cover
and deanlng (See Fig. 16 and 17).
3. The gear case is lubricated with multi.purpose
automotive grease. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER type
grease or oil in the gear case. See "GEAR CASE'"
under "Maintenance".
4. Check your mower, each time you mow, to be sure
that the front wheels turn freely. If wheels DO NOT
turnfreely, remove any trash which may have gotten
into the wheel, pinion, or bearing areas.
5. If at any time, the drive belt isreplaced, useonly fac-
tory specified belt to get longer life and maximum
performance.
MOWINGTIPS
I. Under certain conditions it may be necessary to raise
the height of cut to keep from overloading the engine
and leaving dumps of grass clippings.
FIG. 16
FIG. 17
BLOCK OF WOOD
FIG. 18
CRANKSHAFT &
BLADE FLANGE
DETAIL
_RANKSHAFT
SLOT
LADE NUT
BLADE WASHERS
TAB _ADE
BLADE FLANGE
FIG. 19
10