Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Wash; SAFETY RULES
2 Safe ty Rules ..........................................2-3Warranty ................................................... 4Prod uct Spec i fi ca tions .............................. 5Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................ 6Op er a tion .............................................7-11Main...
Page 3 - IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
3 DO: • Mow across the face of slopes: nev er 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. Th...
Page 4 - WARRANTY
4 WARRANTY SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the product as set forth below: 2 YEAR NON-COMMER...
Page 5 - Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; They are not; They are also available at most Husqvarna retailers and
5 Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular) Oil Type (API SG–SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RC12YC Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. lbs. • The model and serial numbers will be fo...
Page 6 - TO RE MOVE MOW ER FROM CAR TON
6 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCH ER 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 min...
Page 7 - KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER; OPERATION
7 Wheel adjuster (on each wheel) IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OP ER AT ING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the locati...
Page 8 - HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER; ENGINE SPEED
8 DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT Over time, the drive control system may become “loose”, resulting in decreased speed. There is a turnbuckle on 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 t...
Page 9 - TO CONVERT MOWER; TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
9 TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: REAR BAGGING • Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place. • You can now install the grass catcher or optional clipping defl ector. • To convert to mulc...
Page 10 - BEFORE STARTING ENGINE; ADD OIL; TO STOP ENGINE; NOTE
10 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see “EN GINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual. CAUTION: DO NOT overfi ll engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffl er on startup.1. Be sure lawnmower is l...
Page 11 - MULCHING MOWING TIPS; IMPORTANT; MOWING TIPS
11 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 recut the grass clip pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn t...
Page 12 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS; • Follow the maintenance schedule in this; BEFORE EACH USE; LUBRICATION CHART; Spray lubricant; Do not oil or grease plastic
12 Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level Change Engine Oil Clean Ai...
Page 13 - LAWN MOWER; Use only a replacement
13 LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance. TIRES • 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. DRIVE WHEELS Check rear drive w...
Page 14 - ENGINE; LUBRICATION
14 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES -20 0 30 40 80 100 -30 -20 0 20 30 40 F C 32 -10 10 60 5W-30 SAE 30 4. Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn mower or side of engine. 5. Slowly pour oil down the oil fi ll spout, stopping every few ounces to check the oil leve...
Page 15 - CLEANING; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
15 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 plug.• Clean the underside of your lawn mower by sc...
Page 17 - STORAGE; HANDLE
17 STORAGE 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 period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.1. Clean en...
Page 18 - OTHER
18 Does not start 1. Dirty air fi lter. 1. Clean/replace air fi lter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 3. Empty fuel tank and refi ll tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 4. Water in fuel. 4. Empty fuel tank and refi ll tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 5. Spark plug wire disconnected. 5...
Page 20 - CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER; REP
38 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.375830 REP AIR P A R T S
Page 26 - 58 ENGINE GASKET SET
44 MODEL NUMBER 128602-0551-E1 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE 1022 12 883 20 585 3 842 524 163 7 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 993 868 356 324 332 23 363 55 456 58 60 459 689 597 608 592 65 1211 1210 922 923 745 51 969 921 621 51A KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 692670 Cylinder Assembly2 399269 Kit-Bush...
Page 28 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 30 - Our Home; Sears Parts and Repair Center.; Your Home; in your home
402780 Rev. 1 01.20.06 BY Printed in U.S.A. Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas: 1-888-SU-HOGAR ® (1-888-784-6427) Au Canada pour service en français: 1-800-LE-FOYER MC (1-800-533-6937) www.sears.ca To purchase a protection agreement (U.S.A.) or maintenance agreement...