Craftsman 247.37638 Owner's manual

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Model: 247.37638

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CRAFTSMAN°

6 HORSEPOWER

21" POWER PROPELLED

6-SPEED

MULCHING ROTARY MOWER

Model No.

247,37638 t

CAUTION: Before using this

product, read this manual

and follow all Safety Rules

and Operating Instructions.

Sears, Roebuck And Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

Printed in U.S.A. 770-0222M

[i_ IAIA Dlklllklt'__. The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State

wvPInaleel_,;_, of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

IMPORTANT s,e OPERATIONPRACTICES

_) HIS SYMBOLPOINTSOUTIMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSWHICH, IF NOTFOLLOWED,COULDENDANGERTHEPERSONALA

SAFETYAND/ORPROPERTYOFYOURSELFAND OTHERS.READAND FOLLOWALL INSTRUCTIONSIN THIS MANUALBEFORE

ATTEMPTINGTO OPERATE"(OURLAWNMOWER.FAILURETOCOMPLYWITHTHESEINSTRUCTIONSMAYRESULTiN PERSONAL

INJURY.WHENYOUSEETHIS SYMBOL-- _'E HEEDITSWARNING.

_lb Yourlawnmowerwasbuilttobe operatedaccordingtothe rulesforsafe operationinthis manual. Aswith I

anytype ofpowerequipment,carelessnessorerroronthe partofthe operatorcanresultin seriousin ury.

DANGER: Ths awnmower s capabe ef amputaf nghandsandfeet andthrowngobjects.Fa ureto observethefo -

lowingsafetyinstructionscouldresultin serious injuryordeath.

_il. GENERALOPEP,__TION • Donot operatethe mowerwhileunderthe influenceof alcoholor

• Readthisownersguidecarefullyinitsentirstybeforeattempting drugs.

to assemblethis machine.Read,understand,and follow all • Disengagetheself-propelledmechanismor driveclutchon units

instructionsonthe machineandin the manual(s)beforeopera-

tion. Becompletelyfamiliarwith the controlsandthe proper use

of this machine beforeoperating it. Keepthis manualin a safe

placefor future andregular referenceandfor ordering replace-

mentparts.

• Yourrctary mowerisaprecisionpieceof powerequipment,nct a

plaything.Therefore,exemiseextremecautionat alltimes. Your

unit hasbeendesignedto performonejob:to mow grass.Donot

useit for anyother purpose.

• Never allow childrenunder 14 years old to operate a power

mower. Children 14 years old and over should only operate

mower under closeparentalsupervision.Onlyresponsibleindi-

vidualswhoarefamiliarwith theserules ofsafeoperationshould

beallowedto useyourmower.

• Keepthe areaofoperation clearofall persons,particuladysmall

childrenand pets. Stop engine whenthey arein the vicinity of

yourmowerto helppreventbladecontactorthrown objectinjury.

Althoughthe areaof operationshouldbe completelyclearedof

foreign objects,an object mayhavebeenoverlookedandcould

beaccidentallythrown bythe mower in any directionand cause

seriouspersonalinjuryto the operatoror anyothers allowedin

the area.

• Thoroughly inspectthe areawherethe equipmentis to be used.

Removeall stones,sticks, wire, bones,toys andotherforeign

objectswhichcould be pickedup andthrown by the mower in

anydirectionandcauseseriouspersonalinjuryto the operatoror

anyothersallowedinthe area.Planyour mowingpatternto avoid

dischargeof materialtoward roads, sidewalks,bystandersand

the like.Tohelpavoidathrown ob ectsinjury,keepchildren,ani-

mals,bystandersand helpersat east75 feetfrom the mower

soequippedbeforestartingthe engine.

• The bladecontrolhandle is a safetydevice.Neverattemptto

bypassits operation.Doingso makesthe safetydeviceinopera-

tive and may result in personalinjury through contactwith the

rotating blade.The bladecontrol handlemust operateeasilyin

bothdirections andautomaticaliyreturnto the disengagedposi-

tion whenreleased.

• Neveroperatethe mower in wet grass.Alwaysbe sure of your

fooling. A slip andfall cancauseserious personalinjury.Keepa

firm holdonthe handleandwalk,neverrun.Mowonlyindaylight

or in goodartificiallight.

: Stopthe bladewhencrossinggraveldrives,walksor roads.

If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stopthe

engineand checkimmediatelyfor the cause.Vibrationis gener-

allya warningof trouble.

• Shutthe engineoff andwaituntilthe bladecomesto acomplete

stopbeforeremovingthe grasscatcheror uncloggingthe chute.

Thecutting bladecontinuesto rotatefor afew secondsafterthe

engineis shut off. Neverplaceanypartof the body inthe blade

areauntil youaresurethe bladehasstoppedrotating.

• Never operate mower without proper guards, grass catcher,

platesor othersafetyprotectivedevicesin place.

• Muffler and enginebecomehot and cancausea bum. 0o not

touch.

• Only useaccessoriesapprovedfor this rnacbinebythe manufac-

turer.Read,understand,andfollow allinstructionsprovidedwith

the approvedaccessory.

• If situationsoccurwhicharenotcoveredin this manual,usecare

andgoodjudgment.Contactyourdealerfor assistance,

whileit is in operation. _ II. SLOPEOPERATION

• Alwayswearsafetyglasseswithside shieldsor safetygoggles RI Foryoursafety,usethe slopegaugeincludedas part ofthis manual

duringoperationorwhileperforminganadjustmentorrepair,to

protect eyesfrom foreign objectsthat may be thrown from the

machinein anydirection.

• Wear sturdy, rough-soledwork shoes and close-fittingslacks

and shirts.Shirts and pantsthat coverthe arms and legs and

steel-toed shoes are recommended.Do not wear loose fitting

clothesor jewelry. Theycanbe caught in moving parts. Never

operatea unit in barefeet,sandals,or sneakers.

• Do not put handsorfeetnearor underrotating parts.Keepclear

of dischargeopeningatall times asthe rotatingbladecancause

injury.

• Many Lnjuriesoccur as aresult of the mower beingpulled over

thefoot duringafall.Do not hangonto the mowerif you arefall-

ing;releasethe handleimmediately.

• Neverpull the mowertoward you whileyou arewalking.If you

mustbackthe mowerawayfrom a wallor obstructionfirst look

downand behind,andthenfollowthesesteps:

• Stepbackfrom the mowerto fufly extendyour arms.

• Besureyouarewellbalancedwithsurefooting.

• Pullthe mower backslowly,no morethanhalfwaytoward you.

• Repeatthesestepsasneeded.

to measureslopes beforeoperatingthis uniton a sloped or hilly

area.If theslopeisgreaterthan15°, asshownonthe slopegauge,

donotoperatethisunitonthatareaorseriousinjurycouldresult.

O0:

• Mow acrossthe face of slopes; neverup and down. Exercise

extremecautionwhenchangingdirectionon slopes.

• Watch for holes,ruts, hiddenobjects, or bumps.Tallgrasscan

hideobstacles.

• Always besureot yourfocting. A slip andfall cancauseserious

personalinjury.

DONOT:

• Doflot mow neardrop-ofts,ditchesor embankments.Theopera-

tor couldloosefooting or balance.

• Do not mow slopes greater than 15° as shown on the slope

gauge.

• Do notmow onwet grass.Reducedfooting couldcauseslipping.

Ill. CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscanoccuriftheoperatorisnotalerttothepresence

ofchildren.Childrenareoftenattractedto themowerandthemow-

, ingactivity.Neverassumethat childrenwillremainwhereyou last

sawthem.

• Keepchildrenout of the mowing area and underthe watchful

careof a responsibleadultother thanthe operator.

• Bealertandturn moweroff ifa childentersthe area.

• Beforeand whilemoving backwards,look behind and down for

smallchildren.

• Neverallow childrenunderage14 to operatethe mower.

Useextremecarewhenapproachingblindcomers,shrubs,trees,

or other objectsthat may obscureyour vision nf a childorhaz-

ard.

_1, _V.SERVICE

Useextremecarein handlinggasolineandother fuels.Theyare

extremelyflammableandthevaporsareexplosive.

• Useonlyanapprovedcontainer.

• Neverremovegascapor addfuel whilethe engineis running.

Allowengineto coolat leasttwominutesbeforerefueling.

• Replacegasolinecapsecurelyand wipeoff anyspilledgasoline

beforestartingtheengineasit maycauseafire orexplosion.

• xtinguish all cigarettes,cigars,pipes andother sourcesof igni-

tion.

• Never refuel machine indoors becauseflammable vapors will

accumulateinthe area.

• Neverstore the machineor fu_l containerinside wherethereis

an openflameor sparksuchas a gaswaterheater,spaceheater,

orfurnace.

• Neverrunanengineinsideaclosedarea.

• Toreducefire hazard,keepmowerfreeof grass,leaves,orother

debris build-up.Cleanupoi]orfuel spillage.Nlow mowertocool

at least5 minutesbeforestoring.

• Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspectinO,makecertaintheblade

and all movingparts have stopped.Disconnectthe spark plug

wire,andkeepthewireawayfromthesparkplugto preventacci-

dentalstarting.

• Checkthe bladeandenginemounting bolts atfrequent intervals

for propertightness. Also visuallyinspect bladefor damage

(e.g., bent, cracked. Replacewith bladewhichmeetsoriginal

equipmentspecifications.

• Keepallnuts,bolts, andscrewstight tobesuretheequipmentis

insafeworkingcondition.

• Nevertamperwith satetydevices.Checktheir proper operation

regularly.

• Afterstrikinga foreign object,stoptheengine,removethe wire

from the sparkplug,andthoroughly inspectthe mower for any

damage.Repairthe damagebeforestartingand operatingthe

mower.

• Neverattemptto make a wheelor cuttingheightadjustment

whiletheengine=srunning.

• Grasscatchercomponentsaresubjecttowear,damageanddete-

rioration,whichcouldexposemovingpartsor allow objectstobe

thrown.Forsafetyprotection,frequentlycheckcomponentsand

replacewith manufacturer'srecommendedparts,whenneces-

sary.

• Mowerbladesaresharpandcancut.Wraptheblade(s)or wear

gloves,and useextracautionwhenservicingthem.

• Do not changethe enginegovernorsettingor overspendthe

engine.Excessiveenginespeedsaredangerous.

,_ WARNING-- YOURRESPONSIBILITY

Restrictthe use of this powermachine to personswho read,

understandand follow the warningsand instructionsin this

manualand onthe machine.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Craftsman Lawn Mower. It has been designed, engineered

and manufactured to give you the best possibledependabil-

ity and performance+

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem-

edy, please return the lawn mower to the nearest Sears Ser-

vice Center/Department in the United States. We have

competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to

service or repairthis unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructionswill

enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mowerprop-

erly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."

MODEL

NUMBER 247.376380

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF

PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A LABEL ATIACH ED TO THE TOP REAR

OF THE DECK.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER

AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

usingyour lawnmower.

• Follow the instructions under =Customer Responsibilities"

and =Storage"sections of this Owner's Manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Horsepower: 6.0

Fuel Capacity: 1-1/2 Quarts

(Unleaded)

Oil: 27 Ounces

API Classification SF, SG or SH SAE 30

Spark Plug (Gap .030 in.): Champion J19LM

(or Equivalent)

Blade Bolt Torque: 450-600 in. Ibs.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct.Contact your nearest Sears storefor details.

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combus-

tion engine and should not be used on or near any unim-

provedforest-cevered, brush-coveredor grass-coveredland

unless the engine'sexhaust systemis equippedwitha spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a

spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective

workingorderby the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Sec-

tion 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws.Federal laws apply on federal

lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center. (See the

REPAIR PARTS sectionof thismanual.)

FULLTWOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANLAWNMOWER

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman lawn mower is maintained, lubricated, and

tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the operator's manual, Sears will repair,

free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship.

This warranty excludes the blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plugs, which are expendable

parts and become worn during normal use.

If this lawn mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from the

date of purchase.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN

THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE 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., DEPT. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

SAFETY RULES .......................... 2, 3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................. 4

WARRANTY ............................... 4

INDEX .................................... 5

MOWER ACCESSORIES ..................... 5

ASSEMBLY .............................. 6, 7

OPERATION ............................ 7-10

MAINTENANCE ......................... 10-12

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT .............. 13-15

STORAGE ................................ 15

TROUBLE SHOOTING ...................... 16

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................ 17

REPAIR PARTS--MOWER ................. 18-20

REPAIR PARTS--ENGINE ................. 21-24

SLOPE GAUGE ........................... 25

A G

Accessories ..................... 5 Gasoline:

Adjustments: Storage ....................... 13

Carburetor .................... 15 Tank Capacity ................... 9

Cutting Height .................. 8 Type .......................... 9

Engine Speed ................. 15 H

Handle Height .............. 13, 14 Handle:

Air Filter ....................... 12 HeightAdjustment............ 13, 14

Assembly..................... 6, 7 Storage....................... 13

Belt Removal and Replacement..... 15

Blade:

Replacement .................. 1!

Sharpening ................... 11

Controls:

Blade Control Handle ............. 7

Lubrication:

Brake Spring Bracket ............ 11

Engine........................ 12

Wheel Adjusters ................ 11

Wheels ....................... 11

Engine Speed Control ..........

Cleaning ......................

Customer Responsibilities ......... 10

Cutting Height ................... 8

Deflector, Side Discharge .......... 7

Drive Clutch Adjustment .......... 14

Engine:

Lubrication ...................

Speed Control ................

Starting .....................

Storage .....................

Filter, Air ......................

.. 7 Maintenance:

• 12 Agreement ..................... 4

Air Filter....................... 12

BladeCare/Replacement ......... 11

Engine ........................ 12

Lubrication ................... t2

Spark Plug ................... 12

Schedule ...................... 10

Mulching and Mowing Tips ......... 10

• 12 Mulching Plug .................... 7

..8 O

.. 9 Oil:

• 13 Change ....................... 12

Storage ....................... 13

• 12 Type ....................... 8,!1

Operating Mower ............... 7-10

Primer .......................... 9

RepairlReplacement Parts ...... 18-24

Responsibilities, Customer ...... 10-12

Rope Guide ..................... 6

Safety Rules................... 2, 3

Service and Adjustments:

Blade ........................ 11

Carburetor .................... 14

Cutting Height ................... 8

Engine ....................... 12

Handle Height ............... 13, 14

RearTrailShield ................ t 4

Service Recommendations ........ t 0

Side Chute Deflector .............. 7

Spark Plug ..................... 12

Specifications .................... 4

Starting the Engine ................ 9

Stopping the Mower ............... 8

Storage ........................ 15

Table of Contents ................. 5

Trouble Shooting Guide ........... 16

Warranty ........................ 4

Wheels:

Adjusting Height ................. 8

Lubrication .................... 11

These accessorieswere available when the mower was purchased.They are also available at most Sears retail

outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you, when you provide the model

number of your mower•

ENGINE

Spark Air Muffler

Plug Filter

I GasCsniStab,,,ze

I_ i L--,

i I--_I I

MOWER

Grass Catch*

MOWER MAINTENANCE

Wheels

Blade

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GAS-

OLINE or OIL in the engine. Be certain to service

engine with gasoline and oil before operating your

mower.

NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the

mower is observed from the operating position.

Retaining

Post

Plug

TOREMOVEMOWERFROMCARTON

Remove staples,break glueon top flaps, or cuttape

at carton end and peel alongtop flap to open carton.

• Remove loose parts included with unit (owner's

manual, side discharge chute, grass catcher

bracket and bottle of oil).

• Cut along dotted lines and lay carton down flat.

• Remove packing material.

• Roll or slide unit out of carton. Check carton thor-

oughly for loose parts.

NOTE: Keep the grass catcher bracket in a safe place.

ff you purchase the optional grass catcher, mount the

bracket on the rightside of the upper handle as shown

on page 18 of this manual, key 10.

HOWTO SETUPYOURLAWNMOWER

• Disconnectthe spark plugwire fromthe sparkplug.

Ground the spark plug wire by attaching it to the

retaining post until ready to operate your mower.

See figures 1 and 2. (Spark plug wire is shown in

figure 1 without the rubber boot for clarity.)

• Remove any packing material which may be

between the upper and lower handles for shipping

purposes.

• Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the

handle into the operating position. Make certainthe

lower handle is seated securely into the handle

mounting brackets. Tighten the hand knobs on

each side of the handle (carriage bolts must be

seated properly into the handle).

NOTE: Your mower is shipped with the handle in the

higher height position, ff you wish to lower the height

of the handle, refer to the Adjustment Section at this

time.

• Using a pair of pliers, remove hairpin clips from the

outer hole in weld pins on handle mounting brackets.

Place hairpin clipsin the innerhole. See figure 3.

• The rope guide is attached to the right side of upper

handle. Loosen the wing nut which secures the

ropeguide. See figure 4.

• With the spark plug wire disconnected and

grounded, hold the blade control handle against the

upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the

engine. Release the blade control handle. Slip the

starter rope into the rope guide. Tighten the wing

nut.

Spark Plug

Wire

FIGURE 1.

Handle

Rope Starter

Guide Rope

Handle

Mounting

Bracket

Mulchinc

Plug

FIGURE 2.

\\ M"o"u".; eg

ewer\\ Srackst

I,_ Rll _ Inner

Hairpin \ _ | _ \k/Hole

_Waid Pin

FIGURE 3.

Wing Nut

Guide

Starter

Rope

FIGURE 4.

Spark Plug

Boot

• Makecertainall nuts and bolts are tightened

securely. Also, be certain to reconnect the spark

plug wire before starting the mower.

Your mower has been shipped as a mulcher. To dis-

charge grass to the side, proceed as follows.

• To convert your mower from a mulcher to a side

discharge mower, lift the mulching plug. See fig-

ure 5. Slide the two hooks on the side discharge

deflector under the hinge pinon the mulchingplug

assembly.Lowerthe mulchingplug.

Mulching

Plug

Hooks

FIGURE 5.

KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER

READ THIS 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.

Drivq Handle

Lever

Guide

Rope

Oil Fill and

Rear Wheel

uster

line

Primer

Muffler

LEFT SIDE OF MOWER

Adjuster

Mulchin_

Plug

Spark Plug

FIGURE 6. Wire and Boot

MEETSCPSCBLADESAFETYREQUIREMENTS

Sears Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers conformto the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,

and the U.S. ConsumerProduct SafetyCommission,The bladeturnswhen the engine is running.

BLADE CONTROL HANDLE--must be held down to

the handle to start and run the engine. Release to

stopthe engine.

STARTER ROPE--used for startingthe engine.

PRIMER-pumps additionalfuel from the carburetor

tothe cylinderfor usewhen starting a coldengine.

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER--permits selec-

tionoffast or slow engine speed,

DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL--must be held against

the handle to engage the wheel drive. Release the

driveclutchcontrolto stop the wheels from driving.

SHIFT LEVER--is usedto select one ofsix operating

speeds for the mower.

BEFORE USING YOUR LAWN MOWER, AGAIN REFER TOTHE "SAFETY RULES" AS SHOWN ON PAGE 2 OF

THIS MANUAL. ALWAYS BE CAREFUL.

The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objectsbeing thrownintothe eyes,

whichcan resultin severe eye damage. Alwayswear safety glasses or eye shields before

starting powertool operation or while performingany adjustmentsor repairs.We recom-

mend Wide Vision Safety Mask for overspectacles or standard glasses availableat Sears

Retailor Catalog Stores.

HOWTO USEYOURMOWER

TO STOP ENGINE

Release blade controlhandle to stop engine. Discon-

nect the spark plug wire and move it away from the

spark plug to preventaccidental startingwhile equip-

ment isunattended.

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

The engine speed is controlledby a lever (red knob)

located on the leftside of the engine.The "HI" position

is for starting engine, normal cutting and best perfor-

mance. The "LOW" position is for light cutting,trim-

mingand fuel economy.

BLADE CONTROL HANDLE

Your mower has a control handle which requires the

operator to be behindthe handle to start and run the

mower.When the operator releases the control han-

dle, the engine will stop and an internal brake helps

the blade tostop quickly.

When the operator leaves the operating position to

change the cutting height, pick up sticks or other

objects in the way, the engine will stop automatically

when the controlhandle isreleased.

DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER

To engage the wheel drive, squeeze the drive clutch

control lever against the handle. Releasing the drive

clutch control lever stops the wheels from driving.

Release the drive clutch control lever to slow down

when negotiatingan obstacle, making a turn or stop-

ping.

SHIFT LEVER

The six speed shift lever is located below the drive

clutch control lever. Position1 is the slowest speed;

position6 is the fastest. Release the drive clutchcon-

trolleverwhen changingspeeds.

IMPORTANT: Move the shift lever ONLY when the

engine is running. Shifting the speeds with the

engine off can cause damage to the unit.

ADJUST cu'n'ING HEIGHT

The height adjuster levers for the wheels are located

on the left side of the deck. See figure 6. The levers

may be placedin one of nine cuttingheightpositions.

Bothleversshouldalwaysbe set tothe same position.

• Raise wheels for low Cut and lower wheels for high

cut.

• To change cutting height, move adjuster levers

towardwheels.Movewheels upor downto suityour

requirements. Be sure both levers are in the same

setting.

• Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements.

Refer tothe =Mulching or MowingTips"on page 10.

(The heightadjustersmay seem hardto move when

new.They will operateeasier aftersomeuse.)

BEFORESTARTINGENGINE

OIL

A 27 ounce bottle of SAE 30 oil is includedwith your

newlawn mower.

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API ser-

vice classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's vis-

cosity grade according to your expected operating

temperature.

Colder 32° Warmer

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oil (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 oil level more fre-

quently to avoid possibleengine damage from running

low on oil.

• Place unitso engine isin a level position.

• Remove oil fill cap and dipstick assembly. Pour oii

slowlyuntil oillevel isto the FULL markon dipstick.

Crankcase capacity is approximately 27 ounces.

DO NOT OVERFILL.

NOTE: Crankcase oilshouldbe changed after first two

(2) hours of operation and everytwenty-five (25) hours

thereafter.Refer to ENGINE LUBRICATION section.

• Replace oil fill cap and dipstick. Tighten cap

securely.

GAS

• Fill gastank with about1-1/2 quartsof clean, fresh,

lead-free grade automotive gasoline. Low-lead or

regular gasoline is an acceptable substitute. DO

NOT use Ethylor highoctane gasoline. Be certain

containerisclean and free from rustor foreign parti-

cles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from

long periodsof storage inthe container.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep-

aration 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

for 30 days or longer. Use fresh fuel next season.

See "STORAGE" Section for additional informa-

tion.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products

in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

NOTE: The drive cable has been adjusted at the fac-

tory withthe unitin sixthspeed. If the driveslipswhen

mower is operated in first speed, tighten the cable by

moving the adjustment wheel away from the operator

slightly. ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN THE MOWER

DOES NOT DRIVE WITH THE DRIVE CLUTCH CON-

TROL LEVER RELEASED. Refer to "Drive Clutch

Adjustment" for further information.

Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.Make cer-

tain the metal cap on the end of the sparkplugwire

(inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over

the metal tipon thespark plug.

Pressprimer button as follows (cold starts only).

For each initial start, push primer button three t_mes

prior to starter operation. See figure 7. Use sharp

pushes, wait between each push. Repeat the above

for each starter operation as necessary. Do not use

primer for warm engine restarts.

• Set engine speed controlto"HI"speed.

Engine Speed

Lever

/ \

LOW HI

FIGURE 7.

TOSTARTENGINE

WARNING: WHEN STARTING THE UNIT

FOR THE FIRST TIME, PLACE MOWER IN

FIRST SPEED (SLOW) POSITION. FACE

THE MOWER AGAINST A SOLID OBJECT

SUCH AS A WALL, FENCE, ETC. START

THE UNIT, AND IF IT SHOWS ANY SIGNS

OF MOTION WITH THE DRIVE CLUTCH

CONTROL DISENGAGED, SHUT THE

ENGINE OFF IMMEDIATELY. ADJUST THE

DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL AS

INSTRUCTED IN THE ADJUSTMENT SEC-

TION.

Hold blade control handle against upper handle.

See figure 8. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out

slowly until engine reaches start of compression

cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point). Let

the rope rewind slowly.

Pull rope with a rapid, continuous,full arm stroke.

Keep a firm grip on start handle. Let rope rewind

slowly.Do not let starter handle snap backagainst

starter.

If after three pulis the engine fails to start, push

primerfive times, then pull starter ropeagain.

Blade Control

Handle

Starter

- Handle

FIGURE 8.

MULCHINGORMOWINGTIPS

• For best results in normal and heavy mowing,

always run engine in "HI" speed position. "LOW"

speed is only for light cutting, trimming and fuel

economy.

• The grass condition at the time of mowing deter-

mines the proper mower cutting height setting for

best lawn appearance. For a healthy lawn, always

cut one-third or less of the total length of the grass

at any one cutting.

• 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 clumpsof grass clippings.

• For extremely heavy cutting, use a slow ground

speed, and reduce the width of cut.

• Under heavy conditions cross cut for additional

mulching of surface debris.

GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS

• In order to maintain the warranty on your mower,

the customer is expected to perform the mainte-

nance as outlinedbelow.

• Once a year you shouldreplace the spark plug,air

filter, and check blade for wear. A new spark plug

and air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and

helpsyourengine runbetter and lastlonger.

MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

SERVICERECORD

Fill in dates as you

completeregular service

Check Engine Oil

Lubricate Mower

Blade Care

Change Engine Oil

Spark PlugReplaced

Air FilterReplaced

Cleaning

SCHEDULE

After

First

Every Two

Use Hours

Every

Hours

Every

100

Hours

SERVICEDATES

CHECK

LUBRICATION

ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

A 27 ounce bottle of SAE 30 oil is includedwith your

new lawnmower.

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API ser-

vice classificationSF, SG or SH. Select the oil's vis-

cosity grade according to your expected operating

temperature.

Colder _ 32° _ Warmer

5W30 SAE 30

• Remove the boltand blade bell supportwhich hold

the blade and adapter to the engine crankshaft.

Remove the bladeand adapter from the crankshaft.

Blade Adapter-----.-_

FIGURE 9.

_pport

-*----..-- Hex Bolt

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oil (5E30, 10W30,

etc.) improvesstartingin coldweather, these multi-vis-

cosity oils will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32° F.Check youroillevel more fre-

quently to avoid possibleengine damage from running

lowon oil.

WHEELS

DO NOT oil or grease the wheel bearings. Viscous

lubricantswill attractdust and dirtthat willshorten the

life of the self-lubricatingwheel bearings. If you feel

the wheels must be lubricated,useonly a dry,silicone

type lubricantsparingly,

WHEEL ADJUSTERS

For easy operation, lubricatethe wheel adjusters at

least once a season withlightoil.

BRAKE SPRING BRACKET

Spray a lightoil lubricanton the brake springbracket,

locatedon the right rear corner of the engine,at least

once a season.

TRANSMISSION

The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the

factory.It does not require checking.If disassembled

for any reason, fill with 2 ounces of Alvania grease,

part number 737-0168.

MOWER

BLADE CARE

Yourmower willworkbetter with a sharp blade.

CAUTION: DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG

WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND PLACE

WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT COME IN CON-

TACT WITH THE SPARK PLUG.

TO REMOVE BLADE (See Figure 9):

• Turn mower on its side.Make sure air filterand car-

buretorare up.

• Use a block of wood between blade and mower

deck to prevent blade from turning when bolt is

removed. Protect your hands with gloves and/or

wrap bladewith heavy cloth.

To reinstall blade:

• Be sureto installthe bladewiththe sideof theblade

marked "Bottom"(or with part number) facing the

groundwhen the mower is inthe operatingposition.

• Becertain the blade isalignedwithand seated onto

the blade adapterflanges.

• Place blade bell support on blade. Make sure the

notcheson the blade bell supportare aligned with

thesmall hole inthe blade.

• Replace hex bolt.

Spacer-_

PULLEY

Spacer----_-l_

Wave _)

Washer

• Make sure to follow the correctorder of hardware

and pultey set-up. When reassembling, place the

spacer on the crankshaft first, then the wave

washer.

• Tighten boltto torque: 450 in. Ibs.min., 600 in.Ibs.

max.

IMPORTANT: THE BOLT USED TO SECURE THE

BLADE TO ENGINE IS SPECIALLY HEAT-TREATED.

DO NOT SUBSTITUTE (SEE REPAIR PARTS).

_11 CAUTION: A LOOSE BLADE CAN BE

DANGEROUS AND MAY MAKE THE

ENGINE HARDTO START.

Use onlya Sears authorizedreplacament bladeto get

thebest cuttingresults.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpeningthe blade--

but ifyou do, be sure blade isbalanced.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a

grindingwheel. Do not attemptto sharpen while on

the mower,

• Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced.

An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration

when running and eventual damage to mower and

engine.

• 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, blade is not balanced. Sharpen the

heavy end until the blade is balanced.

ENGINE

ENGINE LUBRICATION

You must change the oilin the crankcase afterthe first

two (2) hoursof operation and after each 25 hoursof

use thereafter. CHANGE THE OIL MORE FRE-

QUENTLY IF USED IN SANDY OR DUSTY CONDI-

TIONS.

TO DRAIN OIL

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and

place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug.

• Drain the gastank.

• Remove the oilfill cap and dipstick.Turnand tipthe

uniton itsside with the carburetorup,and drain oil

intoa suitablecontainer.

Refill crankcase with oil. Refer to "ENGINE OIL

RECOMMENDATIONS" on previouspage.

• Replace oil fill cap and dipstick. Tighten cap

securely.

SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make your

engine start easier and run better.Set spark plug gap

at .030 inch.

AIR FILTER (See Figure 10)

IMPORTANT: NEVER RUN ENGINE WITHOUT

COMPLETE AIR CLEANER INSTALLED ON

ENGINE.

A. TO SERVICE FILTER:

PAPER FILTER:

Do not attemptto clean or oiltilter.

• Replace once a year or every 100 operatinghours,

more often if used in extremelydustyconditions.

• Replacement filters are available at any Authorized

Sears Service Outlet.

FOAM FILTER (if so equipped):

Clean and re-oil every throe (3) months or every 25

operating hours, Clean and re-oil daily if used in

extremely dustyconditions,

• Wash in water and detergent solutionand squeeze

(don'ttwist)untilall dirt is removed.

• Rinsethoroughlyinclear water.

• Wrap in a clean cloth and squeeze (don'ttwist) until

completelydry.

• Saturatewith engine oiland squeeze (don'ttwist) to

distributeoil and removeexcess oil.

B. TO REMOVE AND INSTALL FILTER:

• Remove coverfrom body bylooseningcoverscrew.

Do not removescrewfrom cover.

• Swingcover downto removefrom hinge.

• Inspectfilter for discolorationor dirtaccumulation.If

either is present, service per preceding"TO SER-

VICE FILTER"instructions.

• Clean insideof bodyand coverthoroughly.

• Installfilterin body.

• Install cover on body by aligning hinge between

body and cover.Swing cover upwardagainst body.

Tighten coverscrewsecurely.

Screw

Filter

Cover

FIGURE 10.

Hinge

CLEANING

,_ WARNING: DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG

WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND PLACE

WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT COME IN CON-

TACT WITH THE SPARK PLUG.

• Turn mower on its side withcarburetorand air filter

up.

• Clean the underside of your mower after each use

by scraping to remove build-upof grass clippings,

leaves, dirt or other matter, if this debris is allowed

to accumulate, it will inviterust and corrosion,and

may preventpropermulching.

• Clean your mower and engine often to keep build-

up of grass or debris from accumulating around

engine. A clogged engine runs hotterand shortens

engine life.

NOTE: We DO NOT recommend usinga garden hose

to clean mower unlessthe electrical system, muffler,

air filter and carburetorare coveredto keep waterout.

Water in engine can resultinshorteningengine life.

CuI-rlNG HEIGHTADJUSTMENT

Refer to "ADJUST CUFFING HEIGHT" in operation

section of manual.

HANDLEHEIGHTADJUSTMENT

Your mower is shipped w_ththe handle in the higher

height position. To lower the handle height, proceed as

foltows.

• Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.

• Remove the upper handle by removing the hand

knobs and carriage bolts. Lay the upper handle out

of the way, being careful not to bend or kink the

cable.

• Remove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the

handle brackets. Press outward on the sides of the

lower handle, and remove itfrom the mower.

• Turn the lower handle around so the notch on the

bottom of the lower handle is facing forward as

shown in figure 11. Reassemble, placing the bottom

holes in the handle over the weld pins in the handle

mounting bracket.

• Reassemble the upper handle.

• Place the hairpin clipsin the inner holes in the weld

pins and attach the starter rope as instructed in the

Assembly Section.

Lower _

Handle --_.

teh

FIGURE 1I.

DRIVECLUTCHADJUSTMENT

The correct drive clutch adjustment varies with the

speed of the mower. The drive clutch adjustment may

be checked as follows. Without starting the engine,

engage the ddve clutchcontrol(squeeze control lever

against the handle) and pull the mower backward. The

wheels should lock. Then release the drive clutch con-

trol and pull the mower backward. It should move

freely (or with only a small amount of resistance).

If the wheels lock up when pulled backward with the

drive clutch control released (engine off), or if mower

moves forward with the drive clutch control released

(engine running), turn the adjustment wheel, located

beneath the drive clutch control housing, toward the

operator to loosen the cable. See figure 12. Recheck

the adjustment as instructed above.

If the mower does not drive in low speed, tighten the

cable by turning the adjustment wheel away from the

operator. Recheck the adjustment.

Periodic adjustment may also be necessary due to

normal stretch and wear on the belt. Adjustmentmay

be needed if the wheels seem to hesitate, but the

engine maintains the same speed. To tighten the

cable, move the adjustment wheel toward the right.

Alwaysbe certaintorecheckthe adjustment.

BOTTOM

VIEW

Loosen

Tighten

FIGURE 12.

SIX SPEEDSHIFTADJUSTMENT

Periodic adjustment may be required due to normal

wear. Adjustment is needed ifthe shift lever cannot be

moved to all six positions.

• Loosen the nut which secures the adjustable cable

bracket, located on the left side of the engine. See

figure 13.

Place the shift lever inhigh speed (6) position.

Move the bracket to make certain it is loose. Then

slide it towards the rear of the unit as far as it willgo,

so that the pulley halves (beneath the deck) are

against each other. Make certain the belt does not

interfere.

• Tighten the nut to secure the bracket in this posi-

tion.

Self-Tapping

Screws

FIGURE 13.

Adjustable

Cable Bracket

;Speed

Cable

CARBURETOR

The carburetor on your lawn mower has been com-

pletely adjusted at the factory. If your engine does net

operate properly due to suspected carburetor prob-

lems, take your mower to an authorized Sears Service

Center for repair and adjustment,

ENGINESPEED

The engine slowand fast speeds havebeen set at the

factory. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it

may result in personal injury. If you believe that the

engine is running too fast or too slow,take your mower

to an authorized Sears Service Center for repair and

adjustment.

REARTRAILSHIELD

The rear trailshield,attached between the rear wheels

of your mower, is providedto minimizethe possibility

that objectswill be thrown out the rear of the mower

toward the operator.

Ifthe shield isdamaged, itshouldbe replaced.

BELTREMOVALAND REPLACEMENT

• Place shiftlever inthird speed.

• Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it

againstthe engine.

• Drain the fuel tank or place a piece of plastic

beneath the cap to prevent gasoline leakage.

• Remove the transmission belt cover by removing

five self-tapping screws. See figure 14.

Tmnsmisslon

Belt Cover

FIGURE 14.

Self-Tapping

Screws

• Tip the mower on itsside.Blocksecurely.

• Remove the center boltwhich secures the bladeto

the crankshaft. See figure 15. Remove the blade

and blade adapter.

Lower Pulley

Self-Tapping

Screws

FIGURE 15.

Center

Bolt

• Remove the two-self-tappingscrews which secure

the lower pulley half. See figure 15. Rotate the

lower pulley half 90° clockwise(see figure 16) and

remove from the mower. Remove the belt from

aroundthe crankshaft.

Lower Pulley _,(3

j Half

(

FIGURE 16. Pin

• Removethebelt from between the idler pulley and

the belt guard on the idler pulleybracket.See figure

17.

Guard

Idler Pulley

FIGURE 17.

Prepare yourmower for storageat the end of the sea-

son or itthe unitwillnotbe usedfor 30 days.

• Remove the belt from the transmissionpulley.

• Assemble the newbelt as follows.

• Push the idlerpulley up out ofthe way as shownin

figure 17.

• Slidethe belt in from the rear ofthe deck, and place

itaround the transmissionpulley.

• Release the idlerpulleysoitfalls downintoposition.

Slide the belt in between the idler pulley and belt

guard on the idlerpulleybracket.

• Grease the crankshaft.Place belt between the two

pulley halves, and reassemble the blade adapter

and blade. Reassemblethe insidebelt cover.

• Reassemblethe transmissionbelt cover.

WARNING: NEVER STORE MACHINE

WITH FUEL INTHE FUELTANK INSIDE OF

BUILDING WHERE FUMES MAY REACH

AN OPEN FLAME OR SPARK, OR WHERE

IGNITION SOURCES ARE PRESENT

SUCH AS HOT WATER AND SPACE HEAT-

ERS, FURNACES, CLOTHES DRYERS,

STOVES, ELECTRIC MOTORS, ETC.

NOTE: A yearly check-upby yourlocal Sears Service

Center is a good way to make certain yourmower will

providemaximum performancefor the nextseason.

MOWER

• Clean underside of mower housing (See "CLEAN-

ING" in "Customer Responsibilities" section of

manual).

• Inspectand replace/sharpen blade, ifrequired (See

"BLADE CARE" in "Customer Responsibilities"

sectionof manual).

• Lubricate as shown in "Customer Responsibilities"

sectionofmanual.

HANDLE

• You can fold your mower's handle for storage as

shown in figure 11. Remove the starter rope from

the rope guide. Loosen the two hand knobson the

sides of the handle, and let the upper handle fold

downto the rear. Move the haJrpinclipsto the outer

holein the weld pinson the handle mountingbrack-

ets. Refer to figure 3. Spread the sides of the lower

handle, and push itforward and down.

IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING HANDLE FOR

STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE CAREFUL

NOT TO BEND OR KINK THE CABLES.

• To place the handle in the operatingposition, refer

to"Assembly" on page 6 ofthis manual.

FIGURE 18.

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, FUEL (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHA-

NOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE

WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION

OF ACID DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN

DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE

WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank. Start the engine, and let it run

untilfuel lines and carburetorare empty.

• Never use engine or carburetorcleaner productsin

the fueltank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel nextseason.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizingformation of fuel gum deposits dudngstor-

age. Add stabilizerto gasolinein fuel tank in fuel tank

or storage container.Always follow mix retie found on

stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes

after adding stabilizer to allow stabilizer to reach the

carburetor. Do not drain gas tank and carburetor if

usingstabilizer.

• Drain all the oil from the crankcase (this shouldbe

done after the engine has been operated and isstill

warm) and refillthe crankcasewith fresh oil.

• If you have drained the fuel tank. protect the inside

of the engine as follows. Remove spark plug, pour

approximately 1/2 ounce (approximately one table-

spoon) of engine oil into cylinder and crank slowly

to distribute oil. Replace 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,

• Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to

corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage

shed, be certain to rustproof the equipment by coating

with a light oil or silicone.

Note: When reassembling, make sure the pin on the

lower pulley haft is outside the belt. Also, be certain

the belt guard on the transmission cover is approxi-

mately 1/8"away from the belt.

• Tighten all nuts and bolts securely.

• Ifplastic was placed underthe gascap, remove itnow.

Trouble

Engine fails to start

Possible Cause(s)

1. Blade control handle disengaged.

2. Spark plug wire disconnected.

3. Thmffie controllever not in starting position.

4. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel,

5. Blocked fuel line.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Engine flooded.

Corrective Action

1. Engage blade control handle.

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

3. Move throttle lever to startingposition.

4. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

5. Clean fuel line.

6. Clean, adjust gap or replace.

7. Crank engine with throttle in FAST

position.

Engineruns erratic 1. Spark plug wire loose. 1. Connect and tightenspark plug wire.

2. Blockedfuel lineor stale fuel. 2. Clean fuel line;fill tank withclean,

fresh gasoline.

3. Vent in gas cap plugged. 3. Clear vent.

4. Water ordirt in fuel system. 4, Drain fuel tank. Refillwithfresh fuel,

5. Dirty air cleaner. 5. Clean air cleaner. See "Customer

Responsibilities" sectionof this manual.

Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low. 1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Airflow restricted. 2. Clean lawn mower engine.

Occasional skip Spark plug gap too close. Adjust gap to .030".

(hesitates) at high speed

Idles poorly 1. Spark plugfouled, faulty or gap too wide. 1. Reset gap to .030" or replace spark plug.

2. Dirty air cleaner. 2. Clean air cleaner.See "Customer

Responsibilities" sectionof this manual.

Excessivevibration 1. Cuffing blade loose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and adapter.

Balance blade.

2. Bent cuffing blade. 2. Replace blade.

3. Bent engine crankshaft. 3. Contact your SEARS Service Center.

Mower willnot 1. Engine speed too low.

mulch grass 2. Wet grass.

3, Excessively high grass.

4. Dull blade,

Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positionedcorrectly. 1. P]ace all four wheels in same

height position.

2. Dull blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade.

Mower propelswith Driveclutch controladjustmentneeded. Ad ust driveclutchcontrol.See =Service

clutchdisengaged and Ad ustment"sect on ofths manual,

Mower will notpropel 1. Drive clutch control adjustmentneeded. 1. Adjustdriveclutch control.See =Service

and Adjustment"section of this manual.

2, Wet grass. 2. Do not mow when grass is wet;wait

untillaterto cut.

1. Move throttle leverto FAST position.

2. Do not mow when grass iswet;wait until

later to cut.

3. Mow once at a high cuttingheight, then

mow again at desired height or makea

narrower cuffing swath (1/2 width).

Do not cut off more than 1/3 of the total

length of the grass at any one cutting.

4. Sharpen or replace blade.

Note:For repairs beyond the minor adjustmentslistedabove, contact your nearest SEARS Service Center.

Each lawn mower has its own model number. Each

engine has itsown model number.

The model number for your lawn mower willbe found

on a label attached to the lawn mower on the top rear

of the deck.

The model number for the engine will be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered through Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Centers and most Retail

Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

*PRODUCT - "21" Mulching Rotary Mower"

*MODEL NUMBER - 247.376380

*ENGINE MODEL NO. - 143.966000

*PART NUMBER

*PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider that Sears has service units nationwide

staffed with Sears trained technicians...professional

technicians specifically trained on Sears products,

having the parts, tools and the equipment to ensure

that we meet our pledge to you..."we service what we

sell."

IFYOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS:

REPAIR SERVICE

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

ORDERING PARTS

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-727e)

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 21" MULCHING ROTARY MOWER MODEL NO. 247.37638t.

Repair Parts

119

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 21" MULCHING ROTARY MOWER MODEL NO. 247.37638|!

Repair Parts

KEY.

NO.

PART

NO.

720-0225

747-0824

710-1205

712-0279

750-0968

747-0855

736-0329

712-0287

736-0526

782-7007

731-0981A

710-1270

746-0883

749-0539B

731-1409

731-1501

714-0104

747-0710

782-7006

732-0731

682-7002

736-0270

710-0167

17070

16855

782-7009

712-0324

714-0507

736-0278

736-0639

656-0612

747-0882A

749-0928

143.976000

682-7514

731-1137

746-0706

682-7513

710-1005

736-0270

710-0351

712-0296

713-0361

720-0241

731-0906

731-1483

726-0240

748-0377B

742-0741

736-0452

710-1257

DESCRIPTION

Grip (2 Req'd.)

Control Handle

Rope Guide

Wing Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

Spacer .885" I.D.

Belt Guard

L-Wash. 1/4" I.D.*

; Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd.*

Wave Wash..88" I.D. x 1.38"

O.D.

I Grass Catcher Bracket

Hub Cap

Oval C-Sunk Mach. Scr.

Throttle Body

Upper Handle

Side Chute Deflector

Mulch Plug

InternalCotter Pin 5/16 Dia.

Hinge Pin

PlugAdapter

Torsion Spring

Mulch PlugAss'y. Comp.

(Incl. Ref. 17, 20, 21, 22)

Ben-Wash..265" I.D. x .75" O.D.

Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x .5"Lg.

AdjustableCable Bracket

Paw! Plate

Chute Stop Bracket

Hex L-Nut 114-20Thd.

Cotter Pin 3/32" Dia. x .75"

FI-Wash..328" I.D. x .68"

Spark Plug Insulator

Lower PulleyHalf Ass'y.

Shift Rod

Lower Handle

Engine-Craftsman Model

143.976000

HousingAss'y.

Flanged Bushing

6-Spd. Cable

Chain--Axle Ass'y.

Hex Hd. Tap Scr. 114-20x .38"

Lg.

Bell-Wash. 1/4" I.D.

Truss Mash. B-Tap Scr. #10 x .5'

Hex Patch L-Nut 3/8-24 Thd.

#48 Chain .500" Pitch x 38

Links

Hand Knob

Cable MountingCap

Rear Flap 4.8" x 17.5" Lg.

Cable Tie

BladeAdapter

21"MulchingBlade

Ben-Wash. ,39" I.D. x 1.14"

O.D.

Hex Bolt3/8-24 x 2.5" Lg. I

KEY, PART

NO. NO.

61 748-0190

62 782-7563

63 736-0451

64 682-3006A

65 682-3007A

66 710-0260

67 710-0603

66 710-0654A

59 712-0267

70 720-0230

71 732-0725

73 736-0242

74 750-0736

75 750-0624

77 712-0291

79 710-0653

102

114

115

118

119

121

122

128

129

130

134

136

138

140

147

148

149

152

153

154

155

163

165

177

178

738-0137

748-0381

748-0188B

734-1826

741-0486B

712-0414

746-0710A

754-0343

711-0313

736-0524A

782-0027

731-0904

731-0905

710-0841

731-0620

710-1174

711-0805

712-0711

746-0737

748-0318

741-0522

10622B

682-7506

710-0599

736-0864

741-0324

736-0160

710-0751

717-0417B

16500A

736-0300

713-0397

731-0924

732-0627

16864

770-0222M

DESCRIPll3ON

Spacer .513" I.D.

Bracket--Shift Plate

Saddle Washer .32" I.D.

R.H. Handle Wheel Brkt.Ass'y.

L.H. Handle Wheel Brkt.Ass'y.

Carriage Bolt5!16-18 x .62"

Hex B-Tap Scr. 5/16-18

Hex Tl'-Tap Scr. 3/8-16

Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.*

Grip

HeightAd. Lever

Be -Wash. 5/16" I.D.

Spacer .383" I.D.

Shld. Spacer .5" Dia.

Hex L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

Hex Wash. Hd. Tap Scr. 1/4-20

x .38" Lg.

Shk;l.Scr..342" Dia. x .268

PawI-,-R.H.

Pawl

Wheel Ass'y. Comp.

Sleeve Beadng 1/2" I.D.

Weld Top L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

S.P. Cable

"V"-Belf

Sleeve .526" I.D.

Blade Bell Support

21" Deck Ass'y.

Upper Control Housing

Lower Control Housing

Fl-"C"-Sunk Hd. Tap Scr. #10 x

.75" Lg.

Control Lever

Curved Hd. Bolt5/16-18 x 2" Lg.

Shld. Pin 1.43" Lg.

Hex Jam Nut 3/3-24 Thd.*

Control Cable---51"

Ratchet Wheel 1.62" O.D.

Hex Flange Beadng

Spring--Nylon

Chain Cover Ass'y.

Hex "l-I'-Tap Scr. 1/4-20 x ,80"

Rear Shaft Ass'y. 21.44" Lg.

Hex Flange Brg..506" I.D,

FI-Wash, .531" I.D. x .930"

Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .62" Lg.

(Grade 5)

Transmission Comp.

(See Breakdown)

I Hex Beadng Cup

i FI-Wash. ,386" I.D. x .87" O.D.

Gear Insert

6-Spd. Shift Lever

Shift Lever Spring

5-Spd. Rack Cable Brkt.

Owner's Manual

*Common Hardware--May Be Purchased Locally.

NOTE: Specificationssubjectto change withoutnotice

or obligation.

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 21" MULCHING ROTARY MOWER MODEL NO. 247.376381

Repair Parts

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NO.

PART

NO.

710-1062

736-0329

717-0418A

713-0400

7360336

741-0413

16500A

736-0314

741-0479

11 717-1216

12 748-0208A

13 721-0212

15 756-0330A

16 736-0270

17 712-0351

18 738-0440

19 736-0344

20 738-0826

21 656-0008

22 741-0556

23 736-0270

24 782-7570

25 712-0138

26 732-0357

27 717-0419A

28 741-0415

29 717-0616

30 741-0414

31 721-0213

KEY. PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Hex Patch Bolt1/4-20 x 1.25"t 32 782-7569

L-Wash. 1/4" I,D.* 33 736-0722

Upper Hsg. Halft 34 710-0436

#48 Sprocket7 T x 1/2 Pitcht 35 736-0410

FI-Wash, 5/8" I.D. x .030_ 36 717-O417B

Hex Flange Brg. ,631" I.D.t 37 738-0102

Hex Bearing Cupt 38 734-1826

Thrust Wash, .382" I,D. x 39 736-0105

.70" O.D.t 40 710-1241

Thrust Bearing.375" I,D. x 42 741-0492A

.812" O.D.t 43 17733

DESCRIPTION

Belt Keeper

L-Wash. #10 I.D.t

Hex B-Tap Scr. #10 x ,62"t

Hex Washer .26"x .88"

TransmissionComp,

Front Axle Bolt

Wheel Ass'y. Comp. 8 x 2"

Bell-Wash..380" I.D. x .88

Hex Wash. Hd. Scr, 1/4 x 1" Lg.

BlockBushing

Axle Ass'y.

11 Tooth PinionShaft_ 44

Flange Bearingt 45

Oil Sealt 46

Fl-Pulley 5.06" O.D. 47

Bell-Wash..265" I.D. x .75" 48

Hex L-Nut 1/4-28 L.H. Thd, 49

Shld. Spacer .375" Dia. x .170 50

FI-Wash..390" I.D. x 1.0" 51

Shtd.Bolt.375" Dia. x .40" 54

Fl-ldler Plastic 1.50" Dia. 56

(Incl. Ref. #22) 57

Needle Brg..375" x .31 58

Bell-Wash..265 =I.D. 59

Idler Brk't.Ass'y. 60

Hex Patch L-Nut 1/4-28 Thd. 63

Extension Spring1.12" Lg. 64

Lower Hsg. Half-i- 65

Flange Bearing .566 Dia.t 66

Shaft Ass'y.t 67

Flange Beadng .629 Dia.t 70

Oil Seal .625 Dia,t

782-0516

710-0653

720-0190

732-0639

731-1281A

710-0352

782-7558

710-0599

782-7554

710-1242

736-0242

731-0981A

746-0710A

736-0222

712-0147

710-1003

710-0167

710-0603

712-3027

736-0329

HeightAdj. Bracket

Hex I-F-Tap Scr. 1/4-20 x .38"

Knob

SpringLever

Plastic FrontEnd

Hex B-Tap Scr. 1/4" x .38"

Belt Cover

Hex Wash. Hal.TT-Scr. 1/4-20

TransmissionBeltCover

TorxTruss Hd. Scr. 5/16 x .75"

Bell-Wash..345" I.D. x .88"

Hub Cap

S.P. Cable

ExternalL-Wash. 1/4" I.D.

i Speed Nut#10-24 Thd..

! HexTapScr #10-16x 5 Lg.

i Carr. Bolt1/4-20 x .5" Lg.

Hex B-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .5"

Hex Flange L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

L-Wash. 1/4" I.D.*

tPart of Transmission Complete, Ref. No. 36.

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