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MODEL NUMBER 917.372852
OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
Service
o Adjustments
o Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
149788 REV, 2 05.23,95
Printed in USA
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& SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT; THIS CUTTING MACHINE lS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNtT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES TRAINING: •' Read this operato
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CONGRATULATIONS onyour purchase ofaSears Lawn PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Mowerit hasbeendesigned, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 5,5 tured to give you the best possible dependability and pefformance_ DISPLACEMENT: 12 6 cu in.. Should you experience any problem you cannol easily GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 quart remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Service Center/Department We have competent, well- trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repai
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ................................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .................................. 15 STORAGE ..................................................................... 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 12-14 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 27 WARRAN
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___11 ;LlJJJ;II ,,,,, LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced.. They are a!so 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 ,= ,,, ,= , ,, ,,,, , ,,,,,,,,, ,, = ,, ,,,H,, ,,, , ,= = =, ,, , , ,,,,,, ,,,,,, CLIPPING DEFLECTOR MULCHER KITS STABIL
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u_l[,iJJiJll ill i unl ,u- ii, i ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig 2B) - before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the • Mulcher plug must be installed into rear discharge opening of mower (see above instructions), factory with the exception of those parts teft unassembted for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper opera- • Unlock closed discharge guard by lifting latch a
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ASSEMBLY i i i UlllU iiii iii u, i i iii 1,1, ,1, illU lU, i u ii ii i i i i TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS CAI'CHER (See Figs. 3A thru 4) • Insert leg of tubular frame through front opening of grass catcher and thread frame into sewn hem of bag, NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the straight leg of the tubutar frame • When frame comes out the other end of sewn hem, immediately work the end of frame down inside the bag as shown in inset. ° Slide sewn hem evenly around the tubular frame until both end
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THtS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswith 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 ii ,, ,
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i i OPERATION ill i i i ii i The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs, We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety gtasses, HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENG;NESPEED ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 6) CONTROL LEVER The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of t
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OPERATION i , i ii i i,p TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig, 9) . Simply lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the handle, NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 10) Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine . Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean o Remove engine oi! cap w/dipstick and flit to the full line on the dipstick. - Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGI
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, i , iii i i i ,,, ii ii,llllllll i ill iii i.iii i, OPERATION i i m l ii ii i i i ii ii i i i , i MOWING TIPS MAX t13 • 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 clippings . For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previousiy cut path and mow slowly • For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions, the engine speed
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L ,I U, .I CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES i , , ii I MA,.T .ANOESO.EDO.E AsYou COMPLFE /__ _._/_._.7" REGULAR SERVICE ,,/'___..,_"_-'..,_'_ SERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners v' J JL_ ! (if Equipped) v" v" v' Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher Clean Lawn Mower i/ Iv' .IV Clean Under Drive Cover v' __(Self-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade _'3 .j Lubrication Chad Clean Battery/Recharge v' ,. _ (Electric Start,,Mowers! ........ i,,u, i V" E Check Engine Oil Level V'! 2 N C[nange En ine Oft G
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i, i,ii ilnl,, , ii i ii ii CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES i i i LAWN MOWER _ RANK- Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- SHAFT nance, KEYWAY TIRES KEY _ - Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber , 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 (See Fig I2) • Disconnect spark plug wire fr
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I.LH. CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILiTiES _ m im ,, ,n , ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF orSG Seiect the oiI's SAE viscosity grude according to your expected operating temperature., SAE VISCOSITY GRADES r'_ CONTAINER o" 3o_ 32" 40" 60" FIG. 13 TEMFERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE; Although multi-viscosity oiis (5W30, 10W30 etc) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils COLLAR. __ CL[ __ "" will result i
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: , Release controlbarr • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. = 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 DRIVE COVER The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of BELT your lawn mower, is provided to mini
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SERVBCE AND ADJUSTMENTS i UlUll ................ TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 16 Thru 18) SHtPPING POSITION Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH mowing comfortr Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and low HandIes are shipped mounted in tile medium Iow position. ,, To change from medium low to medium high position, the upper and lower handle sections will have to be turned over (See Fig. 16B). - Remove the controis and operator
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STORAGE ii Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGINE end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more FUEL SYSTEM iMPORTANT: iT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM LAWN MOWER DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, When lawn moweris to be stored fore period of time, clean FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, it thoroughly, remove all did, grease, leaves, etc Store in EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED a cle
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372852 9 24 27 11 22 12 56 56 55 27 12' 47 28 51 24 \ 3O 68
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372852 KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO NO. NO 1 145646X479 Upper Handle 44 48398 Lawn Mower Housing (lncl, Key #14,15,51 &52) 2 130861 Engine Zone Control Cable 46 851514 Blade Adapter 3 74350424 Hex Head Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 47 141443 Blade 22" 5 85827 Cabte Clip 48 851074 Hardened Washer 8 136376 Handle Knob 49 850263 Hetical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8 7 STD541425 Locknut !/4-20 50 851084 Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x I-3/8 Gr
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372852 54 10 ./ 11 15 I -37 13 12
