Craftsman 917.378480 User manual

Owner's Manual
ICHFTSMnN'I
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.75 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
21" Rear Discharge
Model No.
917.378480
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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Warranty ................................................... 2
Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4
Assembly /Pre-Operation ........................ 5
Operation ............................................... 6-9
Maintenance Schedule ........................... 10
Maintenance ...................................... 10-13
Product Specifications ............................ 11
Service and Adjustments ................... 13-14
Storage .............................................. 15-16
Troubleshooting ................................. 16-17
Repair Parts....................................... 34-43
Sears Service .......................... Back Cover
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 spark plug.
•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-
shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual.
Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest
Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while
this product is used in the United States.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
_,Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!H BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_,WARNING: In order to prevent ac-
cidental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle compo- _/A7 ,,
nents contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. 2
CAUTION: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine has
stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.

I. GENERAL OPERATION
•Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-
charge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the
blade.
•Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
•Do not operate the mower when bare-
foot or wearing open sandals. Always
wear substantial foot wear,
• Do not pull mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary, Always look down
and behind before and while moving
backwards.
• Do not operate the mower without
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety protective devices in place.
• See manufacturer's instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equipment, before cleaning
the mower or unclogging the chute.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait
until the blade comes to complete stop
before removing grass catcher.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
•Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle and walk; never
run.
• Disengage the self-propelled mech-
anism or drive clutch on mowers so
equipped before starting the engine
(motor).
• If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately for the cause, Vibra-
tion is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when oper-
ating mower.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are amajor factor related to slip
and fall accidents which can result in
severe injury, All slopes require extra cau-
tion, If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not
mow it.
DO:
• Mow across the face of slopes: never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
•Do not trim near drop*offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.
•Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced foot-
ing could cause slipping.
lU. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine
and the mowing activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last
saw them.
•Keep children out of the trimming area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult,
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and while walking backwards,
look behind and down for small children.
• Never allow children to operate the ma-
chine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
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IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
- Use only an approved container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
- Never refuel the machine indoors.
- Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.

•Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting.
•Keep nutsand bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts,tight and keep equip-
ment in good condition.
•Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up.Clean oil or fuel
spillage.Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
•Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine (motor) is
running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
• Do not change the engine governor set-
ting or overspeed the engine.
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 ser-
vice 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
DEFLECTORS
FOR
REARDISCHARGE
LAWNMOWERS
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
I , STABILIZER GAS
CANS
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE
MUFFLERS
BELTS BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS
AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS
ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in
its entirety before you attempt to assemble
or operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT; This lawn mower is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been as-
sembled at the factory with the excep-
tion of those parts left unassembled for
shipping purposes, To ensure safe and
proper operation of your lawn mower, all
parts and hardware you assemble must be
tightened securely. Use the correct tools
as necessary to ensure proper tightness.
All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,
necessary to complete the assembly have
been placed in the parts bag.
TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM
CARTON
1, Remove loose parts included with
mower.
2. Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end panel down flat.
3. Remove all packing materials except
padding between upper and lower
handle and padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle.
4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and
check carton thoroughly for additional
loose parts.
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 sec-
tion locks into place in mowing position.
2. Remove protective padding, raise up-
per 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 comfort. Refer to "AD-
JUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual.
control bar
LIFT
Mowing
position
Lowerhandle
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
with rigid part of bag on the bottom.
Make sure the frame handle is outside
of the bag top.
2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold
them in warm water for a few minutes. If
bag gets wet, let it dry before using.
Catcher
frame
handle
/
f
• i\
Frame
opening
TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. To convert mower to
bagging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER" in
the Operation section of this manual).

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize
yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for
future reference,
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or In literature supplied with the
product. Learn and understand their meaning.
CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS
OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY
)resence controlbar
Drive
control
bar
Handle knob
Starter
handle ,Engine oil cap with dipstick
Primer
Grass
catcher
Muffler
Air filter
Housing Whe_ each wheel)
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the
American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-
mission. The blade turns when the engine is running.
Operator presence control bar - must
be held down to the handle to start the
engine. Release to stop the engine.
Starter handle - used for starting engine.
Drive control bar - used to engage
power-propelled forward motion of mower.
Primer -pumps additional fuel from the
carburetor to the cylinder for use when
starting a cold engine.

Theoperationofanylawn
mowercan resultin foreign
objectsthrownintothe
eyes,whichcanresultin
severeeyedamage.Always
wearsafetyglassesoreyeshieldswhile
operatingyourlawnmoweror performing
anyadjustmentsorrepairs.Werecom-
menda standardsafetyglassesorwide
visionsafetymaskwornoverspectacles.
HOWTO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed was set at the factory
for optimum performance. Speed is not
adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
_CAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this
lawn mower in order to minimize the
risk of blade contact injury. Do not under
any circumstances attempt to defeat the
function of the operator control. The blade
turns when the engine is running.
• Your lawn mower is equipped with an
operator presence control bar which
requires the operator to be positioned
behind the lawn mower handle to start
and operate the lawn mower.
DRIVE CONTROL
• Self-propelling is controlled by hold-
ing the operator presence control bar
down to the handle and pulling the drive
control bar up to the handle. The closer
to the handle the bar is pulled, the faster
the unit will travel.
• Forward motion will stop when either the
operator presence control bar or drive
control bar are released. To stop forward
motion without stopping engine, release
the drive control bar only. Hold operator
presence control bar down against handle
to continue mowing without self-propelling.
NOTE: If after releasing the drive control
the mower will not roll backwards, push
the mower forward slightly to disengage
drive wheels.
• To keep drive control engaged when
turning corners, push down on the
handle to lift the front wheels off the
ground while turning lawn mower.
DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
Over time, the drive control system may
become "loose", resulting in decreased
speed. There is a thumbscrew on the
underside of the drive control housing to
increase tension on the drive cable. Pro-
ceed as follows:
1. Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug
wire from spark plug.
2. Rotate thumbscrew counter-clockwise
to tighten the drive cable.
3. Operate mower to test drive speed.
4. If condition fails to improve after the
above steps (forward speed remains
the same), your drive belt is worn and
should be replaced.
NOTE: If mower begins to "creep" forward,
the drive cable is too tight. Rotate thumb-
screw clockwise to loosen drive cable.
OI .=ratorpresence control bar
control bar
DRIVE DRIVE
CONTROL CONTROL
ENGAGED DISENGAGED
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels
for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit
your requirements. Medium position is
best for most lawns.
• To change cutting height, squeeze ad-
juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel
up or down to suit your requirements. Be
sure all wheels are in the same setting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned
when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.
Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)
allow lever to be positioned between the
plate tabs.
LOWER WHEELS FOR HIGH CUT
Plate tat
f
RAISE WHEELS FOR LOW CUT Lever
TO CONVERT MOWER
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging:
• Lift rear door of the lawn mower and
place the grass catcher frame hooks
onto the door pivot pins.
• To convert to mulching operation, re-
move grass catcher and close rear door.
_I, CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without rear door closed, clipping deflector
or approved grass catcher in place. Never
attempt to operate the lawn mower with
7 the rear door removed or propped open

Pivot Rear Grass
catcher
handle
Catcher frame hook
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
1. Lift up on grass catcher using the
frame handle.
2. Remove grass catcher with clippings
from under lawn mower handle.
3. Empty clippings from bag using both
frame handle and bag handle.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty-
ing; it will cause unnecessary wear.
Grass
catcher
frame
handle
Bag
handle
•Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or each season. You may
need to change the oil more often under
dusty, dirty conditions.
ADD GASOLINE
•Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.
Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-
ness.
•1_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels
(called gasohol or using ethanol or metha-
nol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage of 30
days or longer. 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
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
Engine
oil cap
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in
the engine, For type and grade of oil to
use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil, or it will smoke on startup.
1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area
around oil fill is clean.
2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout.
Make sure that rim of spout is clean.
3. You receive a container of oil with the
unit. Slowly pour the entire container
down the oil fill spout into the engine.
4. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle.
Insert and tighten dipstick, then re-
move it to check oil level.
5. Always be sure to retighten oil dipstick
before starting engine.
•Check oil level before each use. Add oil
if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.
Gasoline
filler cap
Primer
TO START ENGINE
NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the
engine, a small amount of smoke may be
present during the initial use of the prod-
uct and should be considered normal.
1. To start a cold engine, push primer
three (3) times before trying to start,
Use a firm push. This step is not
usually necessary when starting an
engine which has already run for a few
minutes.
2. Hold operator presence control bar
down to the handle and pull starter
handle quickly, Do not allow starter
8 rop_ to snap back.

TO STOP ENGINE
• To stop engine, release operator pres-
ence control bar.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be neces-
sary to repeat priming steps. In warmer
weather over priming may cause flooding
and engine will not start. If you do flood
engine, wait a few minutes before attempt-
ing to start and do not repeat priming
steps.
MOWING TIPS
•Under certain conditions, such as very
tall grass, it may be necessary to raise
the height of cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of grass clip-
pings. It may also be necessary to re-
duce ground speed and/or run the lawn
mower over the area a second time.
•For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut by overlapping previously
cut path and mow slowly.
•For better grass bagging and most cut-
ting conditions, the engine speed should
be set in the FAST position.
• When using a rear discharge lawn
mower in moist, heavy grass, clumps
of cut grass may not enter the grass
catcher. Reduce ground speed (pushing
speed) and/or run the lawn mower over
the area a second time.
•If a trail of clippings is left on the right
side of a rear discharge mower, mow in
aclockwise direction with asmall over-
lap to collect the clippings on the next
pass.
• Pores in cloth grass catchers can be-
come filled with dirt and dust with use
and catchers will collect less grass. To
prevent this, regularly hose catcher off
with water and let dry before using.
• Keep top of engine around starter clear
and clean of grass clippings and chaff.
This will help engine air flow and extend
engine life.
MULCHING MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep mower housing free of built-up
grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
•The special mulching blade will recur
the grass clippings many times and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into
the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recur-
ring action of the blades.
• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action. The
best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried and the newly cut area will not be
exposed to the direct sun.
• For best results, adjust the lawn mower
cutting height so that the lawn mower
cuts off only the top one-third of the
grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown it
will be necessary to raise the height of
cut tO reduce pushing effort and to keep
from overloading the engine and leaving
clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy grass, reduce your width of cut
by overlapping previously cut path and
mow slowly.
MAX 1/3
• Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a sec-
ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to
the first cut path.
• Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting and
graining of the lawn.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE "
Check for Loose Fasteners I/'
Clean/InspectGrassCatcher
(IfEquipped) I/
M CleanLawnM°wer _I_
O Clean Under DdveCover(Power-PropelledMowers)
Checkdrivebelt/pulleys
E (Power-Propelled Mowem)
ChackJSh_u]:mNRaplaceBle,de
LubdcaUonChart
CleanBattery/Recharge
IElectric Start MowersI
E_F.n_naO, Lav_
NChange EngineOg
G Clean Air Filter
I InspectMuffler
NClean or Replace Spark Plug
E Replace Air FilterPaper Carffidge
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2 - Sewlcm mote often when opemllno btdldy or du_ €0t_qloP_,
3 - Replace bladel morn o_ when mow_g kl Imndy loll.
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator
must maintain 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 Adjust-
ments section of this manual should be
checked at least once each season.
•Once a year, replace the spark plug,
clean or replace air filter element and
check blade for wear. A new spark plug
and clean/new air filter element assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your
engine run better and last longer.
• Follow the maintenance schedule in this
LUBRICATION CHART
manual.
Wheel
adjuster (on
each wheel)
Engine oil
(_ Rear door
hinge
(_) Handle bracket mounting pins
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level.
• Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI-
CATION CHART").
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(_) Spray lubricant
_) See "ENGINE" In Maintenance section.
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease
plastic wheel bearings. Viscous lubri-
cants will attract dust and dirt that will
shorten the life of the self-lubricating
bearings. If you feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered
graphite type lubricant spari,_g!y

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Gasoline Capacity/Type: 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces
Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19LM or J19LM
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs.
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.
LAWN MOWER
Always observe safety rules when per-
forming any maintenance.
TIRES
•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm rub-
ber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage,
BLADE CARE
For best results, mower blade must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
TO REMOVE BLADE
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with spark plug.
2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make
sure air filter and carburetor are up.
3. Use a wood block between blade and
mower housing to prevent blade from
turning when removing blade bolt.
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves
and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.
4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-
clockwise.
5. Remove blade and attaching hard-
ware (bolt, lock washer and hardened
washer).
NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and
check the key inside hub of blade adapter.
The key must be in good condition to work
properly. Replace adapter if damaged.
TO REPLACE BLADE
1. Position the blade adapter on the en-
gine crankshaft. Be sure key in adapter
and crankshaft keyway are aligned.
2. Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.
3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (op-
posite sharp edge) is up toward the
engine.
4. Install the blade bolt with the lock
washer and hardened washer into
blade adapter and crankshaft.
5. Use block of wood between blade and
lawn mower housing and tighten the
blade bolt, turning clockwise.
•The recommended tightening torque is
35-40 ft. Ibs.
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat
treated,
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is
balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced. An unbalanced blade will
cause eventual damage to lawn mower or
engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while on the mower.
•To check blade balance, drive a nail into
a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of
the straight nail exposed. Place center
hole of blade over the head of the nail.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in
a horizontal position. If either end of the
blade moves downward, sharpen the
heavy end until the blade is balanced.
Blade Crankshafl
Key _.. keyway
Blade
'\ /Crank
Blade shaft
bolt Harde_ i
washer Trailing edge Blade adapter
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GRASS CATCHER
°The grass catcher may be hosed with
water, but must be dry when used.
°Check yourgrasscatcheroften fordamage
or deterioration, Through normal use itwill
wear. If catcher needs replacing, replace
only with a manufacturer approved replace-
ment catcher. Give the lawn mower model
number when ordering.
DRIVE WHEELS
Check front drive wheels each time before
you mow to be sure they move freely.
The wheels not turning freely means trash,
grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive wheel
area and must be cleaned to free drive
wheels.
If necessary to clean the drive wheels, be
sure to clean both front wheels.
1. Remove hubcaps, Iocknuts and wash-
ers.
2. Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.
3. Remove any trash or grass cuttings
from inside the dust cover, pinion and/
or drive wheel gear teeth.
4. Put wheels back in place.
NOTE: If after cleaning, the drive wheels
do not turn freely, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
GEAR CASE
•To keep your drive system working
properly, the gear case and area around
the drive should be kept clean and free
of trash build-up. Clean under the drive
cover twice a season.
•The gear case is filled with lubricant to
the proper level at the factory. The only
time the lubricant needs attention is if
service has been performed on the gear
case.
• If lubricant is required, use onlyTexaco
Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No.
750369. Do not substitute.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with
API service classification SF-SJ. Select the
oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your
expected operating temperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will
result in increased oil consumption when
used above 32°F. Check your engine oil
level more frequently to avoid possible
engine damage from running low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation orat least once a year if the
lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in
one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each five (5)
hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to
drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine
until fuel tank is empty.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with spark plug.
2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a
clean surface.
3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown
and drain oil into a suitable container.
Rock lawn mower back and forth to re-
move any oil trapped inside of engine.
4. Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn
mower or side of engine.
5. Fill engine with oil. The engine oil ca-
pacity is 20 oz. If oil is not completely
drained from engine, you may not need
the entire container of a 20 oz. bottle of
oil. Slowly pour 3/4 of the oil from the
container down the oil fill spout into the
engine.
6. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle.
Insert and tighten dipstick, then re-
move it to check oil level.
7. Continue adding small amounts of
oil and rechecking the dipstick until it
reads full. DO NOT overfill, or engine
will smoke on startup.
8. Always be sure to retighten oil dipstick
before starting engine.
9. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.

AIR RLTER
Your engine will not run properly and may
be damaged by using a dirty air filter.
Replace the air filter every 100 hours of
operation or every season, whichever oc-
curs first. Service air cleaner more often
under dusty conditions.
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER
1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.
2. Carefully remove cartridge.
3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat sur-
face. If very dirty, replace cartridge.
_,CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean car-
tridge. They may cause deterioration of the
cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use
pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.
4, Install cartridge, then replace cover
making sure the tabs are aligned with
the slots in the back plate, Fasten
screw securely.
Back
Cover
Cartridge Cover tabs
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs
first. Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
in Maintenance section of this manual.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-grass and
trash. Clean the underside of your mower
after each use.
_CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.
•Clean the underside of your lawn mower
by scraping to remove build-up of grass
and trash.
•Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating. A clogged engine runs
hotter and shortens engine life.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
electrical system, muffler, air tilter and
carburetor are covered to keep water
out. Water in engine can result in short-
ened engine life.
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Clean under drive cover at least twice a
season. Scrape underside of cover with
putty knife or similar tool to remove any
build-up of trash or grass on underside of
drive cover.
_1,WARNING: To avoid serious injury,
before performing any service and
adjustments:
1. Release control bar and stop engine.
2. Make sure the blade and all moving
parts have completely stopped.
3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place where it cannot come in
contact with plug.
LAWN MOWER
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in
the Operation section of this manual,
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the
rear wheels of your mower, is provided to
minimize the possibility that objects will
be thrown out of the rear of the mower
into the operator mowing position, If the
deflector becomes damaged, it should be
replaced.
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TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT
1. Remove drive cover and belt keeper.
2. Remove belt from gearcase pulley by
pushing down on pulley and rolling belt
off it.
3. Turn lawn mower on its side with air
filter and carburetor down.
4. Remove blade and debris shield.
5. Remove belt from engine pulley on
crankshaft.
TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT
1. Install new belt on engine pulley.
2. Reinstall debris shield and blade.
3. Return mower to upright position.
4. Install new belt on gearcase pulley.
5. Reinstall belt keeper and drive cover.
NOTE: Always use factory approved belt
to assure fit and long life.
Drive
cover
Belt keeper
PUSH DOWN
TO ADJUST HANDLE
The handle can be mounted in a high or
low position. The mounting holes in the
bottom of lower handle are off center for
raising or lowering the handle.
NOTE: The upper handle has an "anti-
fold" bracket located on the left side of the
handle. This bracket prevents the upper
handle from folding forward, which helps
protect control cable(s) from damage.
1. Remove upper handle and all parts
attached to lower handle.
2. Remove hairpin cotters from lower
handle bracket mounting pin.
3. Squeeze lower handle in to remove it
from mounting pins.
4. Turn lower handle over to raise or
lower handle.
5. Squeeze lower handle in and position
holes onto mounting pins on handle
bracket.
6, Reassemble upper handle and all
parts removed from lower handle.
Mowing Mowing
_on i<i :)osition f'_?
'' /./'
cotter-- _I_'N_'_ Handle
Mounting' _=_ bra_et
pin LOW POSITION HIGH POSITION
ENGINE
ENGINE SPEED
Your engine speed has been factory set.
Do not attempt to increase engine speed
or it may result in personal injury. If you
believe that engine is running too fast or
too slow, take your mower to a Sears or
other qualified service center for repair
and adjustment.
CARBURETOR
Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your
engine does not operate properly due to sus-
pected carburetor problems, take your lawn
mower to a Sears or other qualified service
center for repair and/or adjustment.
IMPORTANT; Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set
for proper engine speed. Overspeeding
the engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think
the engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center, which has proper
equipment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments.

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for
storage at the end of the season or if the
unit will not be used for 30 days or more,
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a pe-
riod of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all
dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in aclean,
dry area.
1. Clean entire lawn mower (See
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance sec-
tion of this manual).
2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and
pins are securely fastened. Inspect
moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
HANDLE
You can fold your lawn mower handle for
storage.
NOTE: The upper handle has an "anti-
fold" bracket located on the left side of the
handle. This bracket prevents the upper
handle from folding forward, which helps
protect control cable(s) from damage.
1. Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower
handle toward each other until the
lower handle clears the handle bracket,
then move handle forward.
2. Loosen upper handle mounting bolts
enough to allow upper handle to be
folded back.
IMPORTANT: When folding the handle for
storage or transportation, be sure to fold
the handle as shown or you may damage
the control cables.
• When setting up your handle from the
storage position, the lower handle will
automatically lock into the mowing posi-
tion.
SQUEEZE
TO FOLD
Operator presence it!on
controlbar
Lower
handle_
FOLD
BACKWARD
bracket
ENGINE
FUELSYSTEM
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, alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation
and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of
an engine while in storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank,
2. Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
- Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-
age container, Always follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container. Run engine
at least 10 minutes after adding stabi*
lizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the
carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and
carburetor if using fuel stabilizer
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
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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.
4. Replace with new spark plug.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your unit indoors and
cover it to protect it from dust and dirt.
• Cover your unit with a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do
not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe,
which allows condensation to form and
will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
ACAUTION: Never store the lawn mower
with gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
TROUBLESHOOTING -See appropriate section in manual unless directed
to a Sears Service Center.
PROBLEM CAUSE
Does not start 1. Dirty air filter.
2. Out of fuel.
3. Stale fuel.
4. Water in fuel.
5. Spark plug wire is
disconnected.
6. Bad spark plug.
7. Loose blade or broken
blade adapter,
8. Control bar in released
position.
9. Control bar defective.
10. Fuel valve lever (if so
equipped) in OFF position.
11. Weak battery (if equipped).
12. Disconnected battery
CORRECTION
1. Clean/replace air filter.
2. Fill fuel tank.
3. Drain tank and refill with
fresh, clean fuel,
4. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor and refill tank
with fresh gasoline.
5. Connect wire to plug.
6. Replace spark plug,
7. Tighten blade bolt or
replace blade adapter.
8. Depress control bar to
handle.
9. Replace control bar.
10.Turn fuel valve lever
to the ON position,
11 .Charge battery.
12. Connect battery to engine.
IS

TROUBLESHOOTING -See appropriate section in manual unless directed
to a Sears Service Center,
CAUSEPROBLEM
Loss of power
Poor cut -
uneven
Excessive
vibration
Starter rope
hard to pull
1. Rear of lawn mower
housing or cutting blade
dragging in heavy grass.
2, Cutting too much grass.
3. Dirty air filter.
4. Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.
5. Too much oil in engine.
6. Walking speed too fast,
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
2. Wheel heights uneven,
3. Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
2. Bent engine crankshaft.
.
2.
3.
4.
Engine flywheel brake is on
when control bar is released.
Bent engine crankshaft.
Blade adapter broken.
Blade dragging in grass.
CORRECTION
1. Set to "Higher Cut"
position,
2. Set to "Higher Cut"
position.
3. Clean/replace air filter.
4, Clean underside of mower
housing.
5. Check oil level.
6. Cut at slower walking speed.
1. Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
2. Set all wheels at same
height.
3. Clean underside of
mower housing.
1. Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
1. Depress control bar to
upper handle before
pulling starter rope.
2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
3. Replace blade adapter.
4. Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface.
Grass catcher 1. Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height.
not filling 2. Lift on blade worn of/. 2, Replace blade.
(If so equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air, 3. Clean grass catcher.
Hard to push 1. Raise cutting height.1. Grass is too high or wheel
height is too low.
2. Rear of lawn mower
housing or cutting blade
dragging in grass,
3, Grass catcher too full.
4, Handle height position not
right for you.
Loss of drive
or slowing of
drive speed
1, Belt wear,
2. Belt off of pulley,
3, Drive cable worn or broken.
4. Dirt in drive pinions.
5. "Loose" drive control system.
2. Raise rear of lawn mower
housing one (1) setting
higher.
3. Empty grass catcher.
4. Adjust handle height to suit.
1. Check/replace drive belt.
2. Check/reinstall drive belt.
3. Replace drive cable
4. Clean drive pinions.
5. Adjust drive control.
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Garantfa ......................................................... 18
Reglas de Seguridad ................................ 18-20
Montaje /Pre-Operaci6n ............................... 21
Operaci6n ................................................. 22-25
Mantenimiento .......................................... 26-29
Programa de Mantenimiento ......................... 26
Especificaciones del Producto....................... 27
Servicio y Adjustes................................... 29*30
Almacenamiento....................................... 31-32
Identificaci6n de problemas...................... 32-33
Partes de repuesto .................................. 34-43
Servicio Sears .................................. Contratapa
GARANTiA LIMITADA DE DOS AI_IOSPARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN
Per dos (2) aSos, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga,
lubriquey afine segen las instruceionespars la operaci6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del
dueSo, Sears reparard gratistodo defecto en el material y la mano de obra.
Si la Segadora Craftsman se usa para fines comerciales o de arriendo, esta garantfa s61ose aplica
per noventa (90) dfas a partir de lafecha de compra.
Esta Garantfa no cubre:
•Artfculos que se desgastan durante el usa normal tales como las cuchillas segadoras rotatorias,
los adaptadores de la cuchilla, las correas, los filtros de aire y las bujfas.
•Reparaciones necesarias debido al abuso o a la negligencia del operador, incluy_ndose a los
cigeeSales doblados y a la falta de mantenimiento del equipo seg_n las instrucciones que se
incluyen en el manual del dueSo.
EL SERVICIO DE GARANTiA ESTA DISPONIBLE al devolver la segadora a motor Craftsman
al Centro/Departmento de Servicio Sears mas cercano en los Estados Unidos. Esta garantia se
aplica solamente mientras el producto este en uso en los Estados Unidos.
Esta Garantfa le otorga derechos legales especfficos, y puede que tambi_n tenga otros derechos
que vadan de estado a estado.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
IMPORTANTE: Esta maquina cortadaora es capaz de amputar las manos y los manos y los pies y
de lanzar objetos.Si no se observan las instruccionesde seguridad sigulentesse pueden producir
lesiones graves o la muerte.
_Busque este simbolo que seSala las precau-
clones de seguridad de importancia. Quiera
decir- iiiATENCI(_N!!!iiiESTE ALERTO!!! SU
SEGURIDAD ESTA
COMPROMETIDA.
_ADVERTENCIA; Siempre desconecte el
alambre de la bujfa y p6ngalo donde no pueda
entrar en contacto con la bujfa, para evitar el
arranque por accidente, durante la preparaci6n,
el transporte, el ajuste o cuando se hacen
reparaciones.
_JADVERTENCIA: Los bomes, terminales y
accesorios relativosde la bateria contienen
plomo o compuestos de plomo, productos
qulmicosconocidos en el Estado de California
como causa de c&ncery defectos al nacimiento
uotros daSos reproductivos.Lavar las manos
despu_s de manipularlos.
_G_RECAUCI6N: El tube de escape del motor,
algunos de sus constituyentes y algunos com-
ponentes del vehfculo contienen o desprenden
productos qu_micos conocidos en el Estado de
California como causa de cancer y defectos al
nacimiento u otros da_os reproductivos.
_RECAUCI(_N: El silenciador y otras
piezas del motorIlegan a sre extremadamente
calientes durante la operaci6n y siguen siendo
calientes despues de que el motorhaya parado.
Pars evitar quemsduras severas, permanezca
lejos de estas &teas.
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I. OPERACION
• Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse
completamente con los controles yel use
correcto de la maquina. Pare esto, debe leer
ycomprender todas las instruccionesque
aparacen en la maquina yen los manuales
de operacibn.
• No ponga las manes o los pies cerca o
debajo de las partes rotatorias.Mant_ngase
siempra lejos de la abertura de la descarga,
•Permita que solamente laspersonas re-
sponsables que est_n familiarizadas con las
instruccionesoperan la m_quina.
•Despeje el drea de objetos tales come pie-
dras, iuguetes, alambres, huesos, palos, etc.
que pueden ser recogides y lanzados per las
cuchillas.
• Asegt_rese que el _rea no se hallen per-
serieS,antes de segar. Pare ta m_.quina si
alguien entre en el drea.
•No opera la maquina sin zapatos o con
sandalias abiertas. P6ngase siempre zapatos
solidos.
• No tire de la segadora hacia at_s a menos
que sea absolutamente necesario. Mire
siempre hacia abajo y hacia detras antes y
mientras que se mueve hacia atr_s.
• No opera la segadora sin los respectivos
resguardos, las placas, el recogedor de
crisped u otros aditamentos dise ados para
su protecoiSn y seguridad.
• Refi_rase alas instrucciones del fabricante
para el funcionamiento e instalaciSn de
accesorios. Use 5nicamente accesorios
aprobados per el fabricante.
• Detenga la cuchilla o las cuchillas cuando
cruce per calzadas, calles o caminos de
grava.
•Parar el motor cada vez que se abandona el
aparato, antes de limpiar la segadora o de
remover residues del tube.
• Apagar el motor y esperar hasta que las
cuchillas esten comptetamente paradas
antes de remover el receptor de hierba.
• Segar solamente con luz del dia o con una
buena luz artificial.
• No opere la m_quina bajo ta influenciadel
alcohol o de las drogas,
• Nunca opere la maquina cuando la hierba
est_ mojada. AsegSrese siempre de tener
buena trecciSn en sus pies; mantenga el
mango firmemente y camine; nunca corra.
• Desconectar el mecanismo de propulsibn
aut6noma o el embrague de transmisibn en
las segadoras que Io tienen antes de porter
en marcha el motor.
• Si el equipo empezara a vibrar de una
manera anormal, pare el motor y revise de
inmediato pare averiguar la causa. General-
mente la vibracion suele indicar que existe
alguna averia.
•Siempre use galas de seguridad o anteojos
con protecci6n lateral cuando opera la sega-
dora.
II, OPERACION SOBRE LAS CUESTAS
Los acoidentes ocurren con rods frecuencia en
laseuestas. Estos accidentes ocurrendebido a
resbaladas o cafdas, lascuales pueden resultar
en graves lesiones. Operar la recortadora en
cuestas requiere mayor concentraci6n. Si se
siente inseguro en una cuesta, no la reoorte.
HACER:
• Puede recortar a trav_)sde la supefficie de
la euesta, nunea hacia arriba y hacia abajo.
Precede con extreme precauci6n cuando
cambie de direcoi<_nen las cuestas.
• Renueva todos los objetos extraSes, tales
come guijarros, ramas, etc.
• Debe prestar atencibn a hoyos, baches o
protuberancias. Recuerde que la hierba alta
puede esconder obstdculos,
NO HACER:
• No recorte cerca de pendientes, zanjas o
terraplenes. El operador puede perder la
tracci6n en los pies o el equilibrio.
• No recede cuestas demasiado inclinadas.
• No recorte en hierba mojada La reduccion
en la tracciSn de la pisada puede causer
resbalones.
III. NIl,lOS
Se pueden producir accidentes tr_gicos si el
operador no presta atenciSn ata presencia
de los niSos. A menudo, los nir}os se sienten
atraidos per la mdquina y per la actividad de
la siega. Nunca suponga que los niSos van a
permanecer en el misrno lugar donde los vie
per =31timavez.
• Mantenga a los niSos alejados del &rea de
la siega y bajo el cuidado estricto de otra
persona adulta responsable.
• Est_ alerta y apague la m_quina si hay niSos
que entran al ,_rea.
• Antes y cuando este retrocediendo, mire
hacia atr_s y hacia abajo para verificar si hay
niSos pequef}os.
• Nunca permita que los niSos operen la ma-
quina.
• Tenga an cuidado extra euando se acerque
a esquinas donde no hay visibilidad, a los
arbustos, drboles u otros objetos que pueden
interferir con su linea de visiSn.
IV. SERVIC|O
•Tenga cuidade extra al manejar la gasolina y
los demas combustibles. Son inflamables y
los gases son explosives.
- Use selamente un envase aprobado.
- Nunca remueva la tapa del deposito de
gasoline o agregue combustible con el mo-
tor funcionando. Permita que el motor se
enfrie antes de velvet a pone combustible.
No fume.
Nunca vuelva a poner combustible en la
maquina en recJntos cerrados.
Nunca almacene la m_quina o el envase
del combustible dentro de algun lugar en
deride haya una llama expuesta, tel come
la del calentador de ague.

•Nunca haga funcionar una rn_quina dentro
de un _rea cerrada.
• Nunca haga ajustes o reparaciones mientras
el motor estd en marcha. Desconecte el
cable de la bujfa, y mant_ngalo a cierta
distancia de dsta para pravanirun arranqua
accidental.
• Mantanga las tuercas y los pernos, espe-
cialmente los pernos del accesorio de la
cuchilla, apretados y mantenga el equipo an
buenas condiciones.
•Nunca manipule de forma indebida los
dispositivos de seguridad. Controle regular-
mente su funcionamiento correcto.
• Mantenga la mdquina librade hierba, hojes
u otres acumulaciones de desperdicio.
Limpie los derrames de aceite ocombustible.
Permita qua la mdquina se enfr/e antes de
almacenarla.
•Pare einspecctoneel equipo si le pega a un
abjeto. Rep_relo, sl es nesesaria, antes de
hacarlo arrancar.
•En ningdn caso hay qua regular la altura de
las ruedas miantras el motorestd an marcha.
•Los componantes del receptorde la hierba
van sujetos a desgaste, daSosy deterioro,
qua pueden axponer las partes en mov-
imlento o permitlr que objetos sean dispara-
dos.Controlar fracuantemente y cuando sea
necesado sustituircon partes aconsejades
por elfabricanta.
•Les cuchillas de la segadora estdn afiladas
y pueden cortar.Cubrir las hojeso Ilevar
guantes, y utilizar precauciones especiales
cuando se afectSa mantenimiento sobre las
mismas.
• No camble el ajuste del reguladordel motor
ni exceda su velocidad.
tal vez no se apliquen a su segadora.
RENDIMIENTO DE LA SEGADORA
Estes accesorios estaban disponibles cuando se produjo la segadora. No son facilitados junto al
cortacesped.Tambi_n est&n disponibles en la mayorfa de les tiendas de Sears yen los cantros
de servicio. La mayoria de les tiendas Sears tambi_n pueden mandar a pedir partes de repuesto
para usted, si les proporciona el nOmero del modelo de su segadora. Algunos de estos accesorios
DESVlADOR
DE RECORTES
PAPA SEGADORAS
CON DESCARGA
TRASERA
RECOREDOR
PARA
SEGADORAS
CON DE_GA
TRASERA
MANTENIMIENTO DE LA SEGADORA
ESTABIU- _ENVASES
ZADORES _DE GASOUNA
RECOREDOR
PAR&
SEGADORAS
CON DESCARGA
LATERAL
81LENClADORE8
CORR_ CUI_.IIU.._
RLTROS DE AIRE
AD_vr,I_DRES
DI_CUCHILLA RUEDA8
euJ[AS
ACEnl_
DEL MOTOR
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