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MODEL N BER 917.372851
OWNER'S MANUAL
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Convertible
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer
Responsibilities
• Service
oAdjustments
. Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
148746 Rev. 2, 06.06.95 Printed in U.S.A.-
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATLNG HANDS AND FEET ANDTHROVVlNG OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT ta SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY, YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, TRAINING: • Do not continue
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn PRODUCT SPECIFiCATiONS Mower, It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 5.5 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance, DISPLACEMENT: 12.6 cu. in. Should you experience any problem you cannot 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
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFET'_ RULES ....... _ .................................................... 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 12 PRO[_UCT S PEC_F_C,AT|ONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 15 STORAGE ................................................................... 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 12-!4 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3
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LAWN MOWER ACCESSO IES These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. 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 - ,, _ - _ , CLIPPING DEFLECTOR MULCHER KITS STABILIZER FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS GRASS CATCHERS GRASS CATCHERS FOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE SID
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Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig. 2B) - before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn = Mulcher plug must be installed into rear discharge mower, your new lawn mower has been assembled at the opening of mower (see above instructions). factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper opera- • Unlock closed discharge guard by lifting latch and allow tion of your lawn mower, all par
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LY TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS CATCHER (See Figs. 3A thru 4) • Insert leg of tubular frame through front opening of amesmust grass catcher and thread frame into sewn hem of bag. fully seated} NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the straight leg of the tubular frame. o When frame comes out the other end of sewn hem, immediately work the end of frame down inside the bag as shown in inset. TUBULAR * S1idesewn hem evenly around the tubular frame until // FRAME both ends of frame are exposed out of the f
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ _HIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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. ,i ,i mmnum I i iinlll These symbols mow_ror-i, may appea, on your |awn literat_e-suppmied withtheP';oduct. Learn and understand their meaning° '_i_¸" !\l SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER KEEP HANDS CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST AND FEET
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OPERATIC 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 glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED LEVER ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 6) CONTROL ._ The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine. Fast
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OPE 0 TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 9) Simply lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher J by the handle. f NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it wilt cause unnecessary wear. BEFORE STARTmNG ENG|NE OIL (See Fig. t0) Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine. o Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean. • Remove engine oit cap w!dipstick and fill to the full line on the dipstick. o Use20ozs. of oil. Fortypeandgradeofoiltouse, see "ENGINE" in Customer Respons
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0 ERATION MOWING TiPS = Undercertain 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, red uce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. , For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions, the engine speed should be set in the fast (4_') posi- tion. When using a rear discharge lawn mower in moist, he
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CUSTOME RESPO ILITIE MAINTENANCE SCHEDU LE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES ._ckfor Loose Fasteners _i iiiii v' _nilnspeCt Grass'Catcher MI v' (if [quipped) if O} Clean Lawn Mower v' Wl Clean Under Drive Cover El If-Propelled Mowers) 1 RI !cWSharPen/Replace Blade .................... i = Lubrication Chart v' .... = ....... i (: _n Battery/Recharge v'4 ( ,ctric,_art M_o_wers.__ ) ... ................. El Check ngine Oil Level _/1,2 NI. nggeEngi.ne Oil ..................
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CUSTO ONS TtES LAWN MOWER BLADE CRANK- Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- SHAFT ADAPTER ..., KEYWAY nance. TIRES ® Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- BLADE 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. 12) CRANK- SHAFT % • Disconnect spark plug wire from spar
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LITIES CUSTOME PO ENGINE \ LUBRaCATION \ \ Use only high quality detergent oil rated with APt service classification SF orSG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. CONTAINER SAE VISCOSITY GRADES FIG. 13 .20 ° 0o 30 ° 32 ° 40 _ 60° 80° _3o o -2o ° 40° o° _oo _o o 30° 40° COLLAR TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will
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SERVICE ADJUSTIVlENTS ..... ..... := _ :=L=:,:,,L _ ,, Ll CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Release control bar. • Make sure the blade and a!l moving parts have completely stopped. - Disconnect spark plug wire from spark ptug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug, lAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEtGHT 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
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SERVIC AND ADJ ENTS TO A#JUST HANDLE (See Figs. 16 Thru 18) SHIPPING POSITION Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for you r MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH mowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and low. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position. o To change from medium low to medium high position, the upper and lower handle sections will have to be turned over (See Fig. 16B). o Remove the controls and operator presence control bar from th
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STORAGE immediately prepare your fawn mower for storage at the ENGINE end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days FUEL SYSTEM or more. iMPORTANT: IT tS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM LAWN MOWER DEPOSITS FROM FORMING tN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED a c
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372851 9 24 27 3O 12 35 56 56 Qo 44 62 55 12 47 28 51 24 3O 65
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 9t7.372851 KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO NO. NO 1 145646X479 Upper Handle 44 48398 Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. 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-t/2 47 141443 Blade 22" 5 85827 Cable Clip 48 851074 Hardened Washer 6 136376 Handle Knob 49 850263 Helical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd. 8 7 STD541425 Locknut 1/4-20 50 851084 Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917,372851 11 5 1 54 18 10 14 16 13 Po o 15 1-31 18 10 14 15 11 40 8 13 12
