Owner's Manual

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60 HORSEPOWER
22 REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Model No.
917.377170

• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Espa_ol
• Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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Warranty .............................................. 2 Product Specifications ......................... 11
Safety Rules ........................................ 2 Service and Adjustments ..................... 14
Assembly ............................................. 4 Storage ................................................ 16
Operation ............................................. 6 Troubleshooting .................................. 17
Maintenance Schedule ....................... 10 Repair Parts ......................................... 36
Maintenance ........................................ 10 Parts Ordering .................... 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 workman-
ship.
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
crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions
contained 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 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, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

Safety standard's require operator • Do not operate mower if it has been

presence controls to mimimize the risk of
dropped or damaged in any manner.
injury. Your unit is equipped with such
controls. Do not attempt to defeat the Always have damage repaired before
function of the operator presence controls using your mower.
under any circumstances. • Do not use accessory attachments that
are not recommended by the manufac-
TRAINING:
turer. Use of such attachments may be
• Read this operator's manual carefully. hazardous.
Become familiar with the controls and • The blade turns when the engine is
know how to operate your mower running.
properly. Learn how to quickly stop
PREPARATION:
mower.
• Do not allow children 1o use your • Always thoroughly check the area to be
mower. Never allow adults to use mower mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,
wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
without proper instructions.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all These objects will be thrown by the
blade and can cause severe injury.
persons, especially small children and
pets. • Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields when starting and while using
• Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as described in this your mower.
manual.

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• Dress properly. Do not operate mower • Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust
when barefoot or wearing open sandals. fumes are dangerous.
Wear only solid shoes with good traction • Never cut grass by pulling the mower
when mowing. towards you. Mow across the face of
• Check fuel tank before starting engine. slopes, never up and down or you might
Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the lose your footing. Do not mow exces-
engine is running or when the engine is sively steep slopes. Use caution when
hot. Allow the engine to cool for several operating the mower on uneven terrain
minutes before filling the gas tank. or when changing directions - maintain
Clean off any spilled gasoline before good footing.
starting the engine. • Never operate your mower without
• Always make wheel height adjustments proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
before starting your mower. Never other safety devices in place.
attempt to do this while the engine is MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:
running.
• Check the blade and the engine
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
mounting bolts often to be sure they are
light.
tightened properly.
OPERATION: • Check all bolts, nuts and screws at
• Keep your eyes and mind on your frequent intervals for proper tightness to
mower and the area being cut. Do not be sure mower is in safe working
let other interests distract you. condition.
• Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never • Keep all safety devices in place and
run while operating your mower. Always working.
be sure of your footing - keep a firm hold • To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine
on the handles and walk. free of grass, leaves or excessive
• Do not put hands or feet near or under grease and oil.
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis- • Check grass catcher often for deteriora-
charge opening at all times. tion and wear and replace worn bags.
• Always stop the engine whenever you Use only replacement bags that are
leave or are not using your mower, or recommended by and comply with
before crossing driveways, walks, roads, specifications of the manufacturer of
and any gravel-covered areas. your mower.
• Never direct discharge of material • Always keep a sharp blade on your
toward bystanders nor allow anyone mower.
near the mower while you are operating • Allow engine to cool before storing in
it. any enclosure.
• Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing • Never store mower with fuel in the tank
your mower, stop the engine and make inside a building where fumes may
absolutely sure the blade and all reach an open flame or an ignition
moving parts have stopped. Then source such as a hot water heater,
disconnect the spark plug wire and keep space heater, clothes dryer, etc.
it away from the spark plug to prevent _l.ook for this symbol to point out
accidental starting. important safety precautions. It means
• Do not continue to run your mower if you CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR
hit a foreign object. Follow the proce- SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
dure outlined above, then repair any
_CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
damage before restarting and operating
plug wire and place wire where it cannot
your mower.
contact spark plug in order to prevent
• Do not change the govemor settings or
accidental starting when setting up,
overspeed the engine. Engine damage
transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
or personal injury may result.
• Do not operate your mower if it vibrates 41_WARNING: The engine exhaust from
abnormally. Excessive vibration is an this product contains chemicals known to
indication of damage; stop the engine, the State of California to cause cancer,
safely check for the cause of vibration birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
and repair as required.
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These accessodss 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 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

FL
CLIPPING DEFLECTOR
FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS STABILIZER

%
LAWN MOWER
GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS

MAINTENANCE
/

! GRASS
FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE
LAWN CATCHERS
MOWERS
GAS CANS

MUFFLERS AIR FILTERS SPARK PLUGS

BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM
its entirety before you attempt to assemble CARTON
or operate your new lawn mower. • Remove loose parts included with mower.
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped • Cut down two end comers of carton and
without oil or gasoline in the engine. lay end panel down flat.
Your new lawn mower has been as- • Remove all packing materials except
sembled at the factory with the exception of padding between upper and lower handle
those parts left unassembled for shipping and padding holding operator presence
purposes. To ensure safe and proper control bar to upper handle.
operation of your lawn mower, all parts and • Roll lawn mower out of carton and check
hardware you assemble must be tightened carton thoroughly for additional loose
securely. Use the correct tools as neces- parts.
sary to ensure proper tightness. All parts
such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., neces-
sary to complete the assembly have been
placed in the parts bag.

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HOWTO sEr UP YOUR LAWN MOWER TO PREPARE BATTERY

TO UNFOLD HANDLE NOTE: Your battery must be charged

IMPORTANT: Unfold handles carefully so before you can start your lawn mower.
as not to pinch or damage control cables • Disconnect engine battery connector
• Raise handles until lower handle section (male) from battery connector (female)
• Connect battery charger connector
locks into place in mowing pasitlen.
(male) to battery connector (female).
• Remove protective padding, raise upper
handle section into place on lower handle • Plug battery charger into 110 volt A.C.
outlet.
and tighten both handle knobs.
• Leave battery charger connected for 24
• Remove handle padding holding operator
hours before starting your engine for
presence control bar to upper handle.
the first time.
• Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
• After charging, connect engine connec-
for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust
Handle" in the Service and Adjustment tor (male) to battery connector (female).
section of this manuaJ. Your engine has an integral alternator for
partial charging. Connect your battery
Operator presence contro{ charger to charge battery as required.
bar IMPORTANT: The engine alternator will
Upper handle .//// _ not charge a discharged battery.
// Lilt up_ At the end of the mowing season the
battery should be charged for 48 hours to
protect the battery during winter storage.
A, CAUTION: Always disconnect the
engine connector (male) from the battery
connector (female) to prevent accidental
Mowing position starting when transporting or storing your
lawn mower after the season.

Lower handle Engine

connector
TO INSTALL A'rFACHMENTS
(Male)
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or
discharging:
• Open rear door and remove mulcher plug•
Store mulcher plug in a safe place. Battery
• You can now install catcher or optional charger
clipping deflector.
• To return to mulching operation, install // Battery
mulcher plug into discharge opening of charger
mower. connector
(Male)
Battery connector
(Female)

Mulcherplug

A, CAUTION: Do not run your lawn

mower without mulcher plug in place or
approved clipping deflector or grass
catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear
door removed or propped open.
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND 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

These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the
product. Learn and understand their meaning.

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CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW
i'.,i
CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS
OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Engine zone control cable presence control bar

_, Drive control
Throttle lever
control Key start
Starter handle switch

Grass catcher_ Handle knob

Engine oil cap w/dipstick

Housing

Mulcher plug

Gasoline filler,

Primer
Drive cover
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped
without oil or gasoline in the engine. , Wheel adjuster
(on every wheel)
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 Commis-
sion. The blade turns when the engine is running,
Operator presence control bar - must Drive control lever - used to engage
be held down to the handle to start the power-propelled forward motion of lawn
engine. Release to stop the engine. mower.
Primer - pumps additional fuel from the Mulcher plug - must be removed to
carburetor to the cylinder for use when convert to bagging or discharging
starting a cold engine. operation.
Starter handle - used for starting the Throttle control - Used for starting the
engine. engine and allows you to select either fast
Key start switch - used for starting the or slow engine speed.
engine
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 The operation of any lawn Lower Wheels for High Cut Plate Tab
mower can result in foreign
objects thrown into the eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage.
Always wear safety glasses or eye
Lever
shields while operating your lawn mower Raise Wheels for Low Cut
or performing any adjustments or repairs. TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER
We recommend a wide vision safety
• Lift the rear door of the lawn mower
mask over spectacles or standard safety
and place the grass catcher frame
glasses.
hooks onto the door pivot pins.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER • The grass catcher is secured to the
ENGINE SPEED lawn mower housing when the rear
The engine speed is controlled by a door is lowered onto the grass catcher
throttle located on the side of the upper frame.
handle. Fast position is for starting, _,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn
normal cutting, trimming and better grass mower without clipping deflector or
bagging. Slow position is for light cutting, approved grass catcher in place. Never
trimming and fuel economy. attempt to operate the lawn mower with
the rear door removed or propped open.
,_ Slow Pivot " Rear door
Fast """"
Grass
catcher
handle
/

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

_CAUTION: Federal regulations require I
an engine control to be installed on this Catcher
lawn mower in order to minimize the risk frame hook
of blade contact injury. Do not under any
circumstances attempt to defeat the
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
function of the operator control. The blade
turns when the engine is running. • Lift up on grass catcher using the frame
handle.
• Your lawn mower is equipped with an
operator presence control bar which • Remove grass catcher with clippings
from under lawn mower handle.
requires the operator to be positioned
behind the lawn mower handle to start • Empty clippings from bag using both
and operate the lawn mower. frame handle and bag handle.
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT NOTE: Do not drag the bag when
• Raise wheels for low cut and lower emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

wheels for high cut.

• Adjust cutting height to suit your
requirements.
for most lawns.
Medium position is best ( _rass
• To change cutting height, squeeze catcher
adjuster lever toward wheel. Move
wheel up or down to suit your require- handle
ments. Be sure all wheels are in the
handle
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. 7
DRIVECONTROL ADD GASOLINE
• Self-propelling is controlled by holding the NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove
operator presence control bar down to the and discard the debris plug that is inside
handle and pushing the drive control lever the tank.
forward until it dicks; then release the drive • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
control lever. unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
• Forward motion will stop when the operator 87 octane(Use of leaded gasoline will
presence control bar is released. To stop increase carbon and lead oxide
forward motion without stopping engine, deposits and reduce valve life). Do not
release the operator presence control bar mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in
slightly until the drive control disengages. quantities that can be used within 30
Hold operator presence control bar down days to assure fuel freshness.
to handle to continue mowing without self- AWARNING: Experience indicates that
propelling. alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
• To keep drive control engaged when using ethanol or methanol) can attract
fuming comers, push down on handle and moisture which leads to separation and
lift front wheels oft ground while tuming formation of acids during storage. Acidic
lawn morner. gas can damage the fuel system of an
Operator presence
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
control bar
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
Drive Drive
additional information. Never use engine
control control
To engage Drive control or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
drive control disengaged
ACAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank
BEFORESTARTINGENGINE filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
OIL spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the use gasoline near an open flame.
engine. Engine oil cap
• Be sure mower is level and area around oil Gasoline filler cap
fill is clean. (Discard
• Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full debds plug
line on the dipstick. inside)
NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into
engine for accurate dipstick reading.
• Engine holds 20 ozs. of oil. For type and
grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in
Maintenance section of this manual.
• Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill TO START ENGINE
• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if • To stad a cold engine, push primer three
needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. (3) times before trying to start. Use a firm
• To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap push. This step is not usually necessary
each time. when starting an engine which has
• Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten. already run for a few minutes.
• Change the oil after every 25 hours of • Move throttle control lever to fast
operation or each season. You may need position.
to change the oil more often under dusty, • Hold operator presence control bar
dirty conditions. down to the handle.
• Turn electric start key clockwise to
crank engine.

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IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more MULCHING MOWING TIPS
thatn five continous seconds between IMPORTANT: For best performance,
each time you try to start. Wait 5 to 10 keep mower housing free of built-up
seconds between each attempt. grass and trash. See "Cleaning" in
• To start engine using the auxiliary MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
starter handle, follow the steps above. • The special mulching blade will recur the
Exchange the use of the start key for grass clippings many times and reduce
starter handle. Pull starter handle them in size so that as they fall onto the
quickly. Do not allow starter rope to lawn they will disperse into the grass and
snap back. not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will
• To stop engine, release operator biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for
presence control bar. the lawn. Always mulch with your highest
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be engine (Bade) speed as this will provide
necessary to repeat priming steps. In the best recutting action of the blades.
warmer weather over priming may cause • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet
flooding and engine will not start. If you grass tends to form clumps and interferes
do flood engine wait a few minutes before with the mulching action. The best time to
attempting to start and do not repeat mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At
priming steps. this time the grass has dried and the newly
MOWING TIPS cut area will not be exposed to the direct
sun.
• Under certain conditions, such as very
• For I_st results, adjust the lawn mower
tall grass, it may be necessary to raise
cutting height so that _e lawn mower cuts
the height of cut to reduce pushing
off only the top one-third of the grass
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown it will be
clippings. It may also be necessary to necessary to raise the height of cut to
reduce ground speed and/or run the reduce pushing effort and to keep from
lawn mower over the area a second overloading the engine and leaving
time. clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut
• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut by overlapping previously by overlapping previously cut path and
mow slowly.
cut path and mow slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass condi-
• For better grass bagging and most
cutting conditions, the engine speed tions may require that an area be mulched
a second time to completely hide the
should be set in the fast position.
• When using a rear discharge lawn clippings. When doing a second cut, mow
across or perpendicular to the first cut path.
mower in moist, heavy grass, clumps of
cut grass may not enter the grass • Change your cutting pattern from week to
week. Mow north to south one week then
catcher. Reduce ground speed
(pushing speed) and/or run the lawn change to east to west the next week. This
mower over the area a second time. will help prevent matting and graining of
the lawn.
• If a trail of clippings is left on the right
side of a rear discharge mower, mow in
a clockwise direction with a small
ovedap to collect the clippings on the
next pass.
• Pores in cloth grass catchers can
become 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.

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 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES

Check for Loose Fasteners t_'

Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher

(,f Equipped) _ _ i_
M Clean Under
Lawn Mower
Drive Cover
(Power-Propelled Mowers)
_ Check drive beWpulleys
(Power-Propelled Mowers) I/'
R ChecldSharpen/Replace Blade 1_3
Lubrication Chart I_ V'
Clean Battery/Recharge
IElectric Start Mowers I I_ 1_4
E Check Engine O11Level _#
i N Change Engine Oil I/t,2
G
I Inspect Muffler
Clean or Replace Spark Plug
N Clean Air Filter _ 2
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

I - Change rnore often when operating under a heavy load or In high ambient temperatures.
2 * Service more olten when operating In dirty or dusty conditions.
3 - Replace blades more often when rnowlng in sandy soil.
4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
LUBRICATION CHART
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this lawn mower does _ Wheel Adjuster
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
Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug,
replace air filter element and check
blade for wear. A new spark plug and /u u _(3) Rear door
clean/new air filter element assures (_ Handle bracket hinge
proper air-fuel mixture and helps your mounting pin
engine run better and last longer.
• Follow the maintenance schedule in (_ Spay lubricant
this manual. (_) Refer to MAINTENANCE "ENGINE"
BEFORE EACH USE section.
• Check engine oil level.
• Check for loose fasteners. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic
LUBRICATION wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will
attract dust and dirt that will shorten the
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-
TION CHART"). life of the self lubricating bearings. If you
feel they must be lubricated, use only a
dry, powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS

JNLEADED REGULAR
OILTYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.
SPARK PLUG/GAP: .030") CHAMPIONR J19LM OR J19LM
VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .005" - .007"
EXHAUST: .007" - .009"
3OLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP: .010 IN.
BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.
, The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the
lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space
provided above.

LAWN MOWER NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and

Always observe safety rules when check the kay inside hub of blade
performing any maintenance. adapter. The key must be in good
TIRES condition to work property. Replace
adapter if damaged.
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm TO REPLACE BLADE
rubber.
• Position the blade adapter on the
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp engine crankshaft. Be sure key in
objects and other hazards that may adapter and crankshaft keyway are
cause tire damage. aligned.
BLADE CARE
• Position blade on the blade adapter
For best results, mower blade must be aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged with the raised lugs on the adapter.
blades. • Be sure the trailing edge of blade
TO REMOVE BLADE (opposite sharp edge) is up toward the
engine.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
• Install the blade bolt with the lock
plug and place wire where it cannot
washer and hardened washer into
come in contact with spark plug.
• Tum lawn mower on its side. Make blade adapter and crankshaft.
• Use block of wood between blade and
sure air filter and carburetor are up.
• Use a wood block between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the
blade bolt, turning clockwise.
mower housing to prevent blade from
• The recommended tightening torque is
turning when removing blade bolt.
35-40 ft. Ibs.
• Protect your hands with gloves and/or
wrap blade with heavy cloth.
• Remove blade bolt by turning counter-
clockwise.
• Remove blade and attaching hardware
(bolt, lock washer and hardened
washer).

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IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat wheel area and must be cleaned to free
treated. drive wheels.
If necessary to clean the drive wheels,
TO SHARPEN BLADE check both front wheels.
NOTE: We do not recommend • Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters and
sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure washers.
the blade is balanced. • Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.
Care should be taken to keep the blade • Remove any trash or grass cuttings
balanced. An unbalanced blade will from inside the dust cover, pinion and/
cause eventual damage to lawn mower or drive wheel gear teeth.
or engine. • Put wheels back in place.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file • If after cleaning, the drive wheels do
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt not turn freely, contact your nearest
to sharpen while on the mower. authorized service center.
• To check blade balance, drive a nail
GEAR CASE
into a beam or wall. Leave about one
inch of the straight nail exposed. Place • To keep your drive system working
center hole of blade over the head of properly, the gear case and area
the nail. If blade is balanced, it should around the drive should be kept clean
remain in a horizontal position. If either and free of trash build-up. Clean under
end of the blade moves downward, the drive cover twice a season.
sharpen the heavy end until the blade • The gear case is filled with lubricant to
is balanced. the proper level at the factory. The only
Blade Crank-shaft time the lubricant needs attention is if
adapter keyway service has been performed on the
gear case.
• If lubricant is required, use only Texaco
Blade
Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No.
bolt
750369. Do not substitute.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only highqualitydetergentoil ratedwith
API service classificationSF, SG or SH.
Select the oil'sSAE viscositygrade according
to your expected operatingtemperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
Crank-
Blade shaft
Hardened Trailing adapter
washer edge 6"

•20° 0* 20°
GRASS CATCHER TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

• The grass catcher may be hosed with

NOTE: Although mu_-viscosity oils (5W30,
water, but must be dry when used. 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather,
• Check your grass catcher often for these multi-viscosity oils will result in
damage or deterioration. Through k'_creased oil consumption when used above
normal use it will wear. If catcher 32°F. Check your engine oil level more
needs replacing, replace only with a frequently to avoid possible engine damage
manufacturer approved replacement from running low on oil.
catcher. Give the lawn mower model
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
number when ordering. operation or at least once a year if the lawn
DRIVE WHEELS mower is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check front drive wheels each time Check the crankcase oil level before starting
before you mow to be sure they move the engine and after each five (5) hours of
freely. continuoususe. "tightenoil plugsecurely
The wheels not turning freely means each time you checkthe oi!level.
trash, grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive
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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Cover Back
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to tabs plate
drain oil, drain fuel tank by running Li
engine until fuel tank is empty.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot come
in contact with spark plug.
• Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a Slots
clean surface.
• Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and
drain oil into a suitable container. Rock Cover
Cartridge
lawn mower back and forth to remove any
oil trapped inside of engine. MUFFLER
• Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
on side of engine. could create a fire hazard and/or dam-
• Fill engine with oil. Fdl only to the "FULL" age.
line on the dipstick. DO NOT overfiU. SPARK PLUG
• Replace engine oil cap.
• Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug. Change your spark plug each year to
make your engine start easier and run
better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
Container keep mower housing free of built-up
grass and trash. Clean the underside of
your mower after each use.
ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
AIR FILTER from spark plug and place wire where it
Your engine will not run properly and may cannot come in contact with the spark
be damaged by using a dirty air filter. plug.
Replace the air filter every year, more •Tum lawn mower on its side. Make sure air
often if you mow in very dusty, dirty filter and carburetor are up. Clean the
conditions. underside of your lawn mower by scraping
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER to remove buildup of grass and trash.
• Clean engine often to keep _ from
• Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.
accumulating. A clogged engine runs
• Carefully remove cartddge.
hotter and shortens engine life.
• Clean by gently tapping on a flat
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of
surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge. all gasoline, oil, etc.
ACAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such
• We de net recommend using a garden
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
cartridge. They may cause deterioration
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
not use pressurized air to clean or dry
Water in engine can restdt in shortened
cartridge.
engine life.
• Install cartridge, then replace cover
CLEAN UNDER DRNE COVER
making sure the tabs are aligned with
the slots in the back plate. Fasten Clean under drive cover at least twice a
screw securely. season. Scrape underside of cover with putty
knife or similar tool to remove any buildup of
trash or grass on underside of drive cover.

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ACAUTION: Before performing TO ADJUST HANDLE
anyservice or adjustments.
The handle can be mounted in a high or
• Release control bar and stop engine. low position. The mounting holes in the
• Make sure the blade and all moving bottom of lower handle are off center for
parts have completely stopped. raising or lowering the handle.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark • Remove upper handle and all parts
plug and place where it cannot come in attached to lower handle.
contact with plug. • Remove hairpin cotters from lower
LAWN MOWER handle bracket mounting pin.
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT • Squeeze lower handle in to remove it
See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in from mounting pins.
the Operation section of this manual. • Turn lower handle over to raise or
REAR DEFLECTOR lower handle.

The rear deflector, attached between the • Squeeze lower handle in and position
rear wheels of your lawn mower, is holes onto mounting pins on handle
bracket.
provided to minimize the possibility that
objects will be thrown out the rear of the • Reassemble upper handle and all
parts removed from lower handle.
lawn mower into the operator's mowing
position. If the rear deflector becomes
Mowing ,-, Mowing -,
damaged, it should be replaced.
position _ "L position ;('!
TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT I i

• Remove drive cover. Remove belt by

pushing down on gear case pulley and
rolling belt off it.
• Turn lawn mower on its side with
carburetor and fuel cap up.
• Remove blade.
• Remove debris shield. Low position High position
• Remove belt from engine pulley on
crankshaft.
• Install new belt by reversing above
steps.
• Always use factory approved belt to Lower
assure fit and long life. handle

Drive
cover

Push
down

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TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER ENGINE
• Put grass catcher frame into grass bag ENGINE SPEED
with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Your engine speed has been factory set.
Make sure the frame handle is outside Do not attempt to increase engine speed
of the bag top. or it may result in personal injury. If you
• Slip vinyl bindings over frame. believe that the engine is running too fast
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold or too slow, take your lawn mower to an
them in warm water for a few minutes. If authorized service center for repair and
bag gets wet, let it dry before using. adjustment.
&CAUTION: Do not run your lawn
CARBURETOR
mower without clipping deflector or
approved grass catcher in place. Never Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your
attempt to operate the lawn mower with engine does not operate properly due to
the rear door removed or propped open. suspected carburetor problems, take your
lawn mower to an authorized service
center for repair and/or adjustment.
Catcher IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
frame engine governor, which is factory set for
handle 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 your nearest
authorized service center, which has
\ proper equipment and experience to
Frame make any necessary adjustments.
opening

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Immediately prepare your lawn mower for Operator presence control bar
storage at the end of the season or if the
unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Upper Handle -_ x;/_'_

LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a to ,ardfor ,'f ,/
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove storage _ _, ,_ Fold
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a
_/\ backward
clean, dry area.
• Clean entire lawn mower (See Mowing
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance Lower handle position
section of this manual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual. ENGINE
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and FUEL SYSTEM
pins are securely fastened. Inspect IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
moving parts for damage, breakage gum deposits from forming in essential
and wear. Replace if necessary. fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.
surfaces; sand lightly before painting. Also, experience indicates that alcohol
HANDLE blended fuels (called gasohol or using
You can fold your lawn mower handle for ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
storage. which leads to separation and formation
• Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
handle toward each other until the damage the fuel system of an engine
lower handle clears the handle bracket, while in storage.
then move handle forward. • Drain the fuel tank.
• Loosen upper handle mounting bolts • Start the engine and let it run until the
enough to allow upper handle to be fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
folded back. • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
IMPORTANT: When folding the handle products in the fuel tank or permanent
for storage or transportation, be sure to damage may occur.
fold the handle as shown or you may • Use fresh fuel next season.
damage the control cables. NOTE: Fuel stabitizer is an acceptable
• When setting up your handle from the alternative in minimizing the formation of
storage position, the lower handle will fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
automatically lock into the mowing stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
position. storage container. Always follow the mix
ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
engine at least 10 minutes after adding
Handle stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
bracket the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
Squeeze to fold
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
Hairpin cotter
CYLINDER
• Remove spark plug.
• Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder.
• Pull starter handle slowly a few times to
distribute oil.
16 ° Replace with new spark plug.
BA'I-rERY • Cover your unit with a suitable protec-
Disconnectthe battery from the engine tive cover that does not retain moisture.
connector and charge battery 48 hours. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe which allows condensation to
OTHER
form and will cause your unit to rust.
• Do not store gasoline from one season IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
to another. engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can _:_CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your with gasoline in the tank inside a building
gasoline will cause problems, where fumes may reach an open flame or
• If possible, store your unit indoors and spark. Allow the engine to cool before
cover it to give protection from dust and storing in any enclosure.
dirt.
TROUBLE_HOO1 NG CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.
2. Out of fuel 2. Fill fuel tank.
3. Stale fuel. 3. Drain tank and refill with
fresh clean fuel.
4. Water in fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor and refill tank
withfreshgasoline.
5. Spark plug wire is 5. Connect wire to plug.
disconnected.
6. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace spark plug.
7. LO_e blade or broken blade 7. Tighten blade bolt or
adapter. replace blade adapter.
8. Control bar in released !8. Depress control bar to
pos_on. handle.
9. Control bar defective.
109-.Replace control bar.
10. Weak battery Charge battery.
1 1. Disconnected battery 11. Connect battery to engine.
connector.
Loss of power 1. Rear of lawn mower housin_ 1. Set to =Higher Cut"
or cutting blade dragging pos on.
in heavy grass.
2. Cutting too much grass. 2. Set to =Higher Cut"
position,
3. Dirty air filter. 3. Clean/replace air filter,
4. Buildup of grass, leaves, 4, Clean underside of mower
and trash under mower. being.
5. Too much oil in engine. 5. Check oil level.
6. Walking speed too fast, 6. Cut at slower walking
speed.
Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. T_jhlen
blade belt.
2. Wheel heights uneven. 2. Set all wheels at same
height
3. Low engine speed 3. Contact an autt_/ized center/
department
4. Buildup of grass, leaves 4. Clean underside of
and trash under mower. mower housing.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Excessive 1. Wom, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten

vibration blade bolt.
2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. Contact an authorized
service center.

Starter rope hard , Engine flywheel brake is on 1. Depress control bar to

to pull when controlbar is released. upper handle before
pulling starter rope.
2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. Contact an authorized
service center.
3. Blade adapter broken. 3. Replace blade adapter.
4. Blade dragging in grass. 4. Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface.

Loss of ddve 1. Drive wheels not turning 1. Adjust or replace ddve control
with drive control engaged. cable.
2. Belt not driving 2. Put belt on pulleys or
replace belts it broken.

Gross catcher 1. Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height.

not filling (if so 2. Lift on blade wom off. 2. Replace blade.
equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher.
4. Low engine speed. 4. Set engine speed control in fast
position

Hard to push 1. Grass is tee high or wheel 1. Raise cutting height.

height is tee low.
2. Rear of lawn mower 2. Raise rear of lawn mower
housing or blade dragging housing one (1) setting
in grass. higher.
3. Grass catcher too full. 3. Empty grass catcher.
4. Handle height position not 4. Adjust handle height to
right for you. suit.

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 ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.377170
BA'I'FERY

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KEY PART
NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 157553 Battery Bracket

2 75O9O9 Battery
3 17411312 Hex Washer Head Screw
13 x .750
4 86353 Connector MountingClip
5 111549X BatteryCharger

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GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511

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KEY PART
NO. KEY PART
NO. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
17490416
Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 10 57079 HardenedWasher
2 1-1/4 11 131484 Clutch Yoke
137055X004
3 137053 Engagement Bracket 12 700343 Bushing
4 57072 Shifter 13 86447 Plug
6 48373 Seal 14 137050 Helical Gear
Gear Case Halves Kit 15 750436X ClutchJaw
(includes Key Nos, 4, 16 750369 Grease
7 77881 and7) 17 12000003 E-Ring
8 137051 Buaring 18 850848 HI-Pro Key
9 137074 Worm Shaft 19 81585X004 Spring Bracket
Drive Shaft

NOTE: All component dimensions given

in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25,4 mm

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 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377170

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

44 172833 Lawn MowerHousing (Incl.Key #14,15, 17, 51 & 52)

1 165452X479 UpperHandle 46 851514 BladeAdapter
2 1715_5 Engine zone control cable 47 141114 Blade22"
3 63601 Nylon LockNut 48 851074 HardenedWast_r
6 136376 HandleKnob 49 Helica/Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grd.8
7 63601 Locknut 1/4-20 50 851084 Hex Head MachineScrew 3/6-24 x 1-3/8Grd. 8
9 170947 Rear DoorKit 51 170031 Front Baffle
10 128415 Pop Rivet 52 85463 DangerDecal
11 150050 SerfTappingScrew#10-24 55 751592 Loclmut3/8-16
12 S'TD512505 HexTapping Screw 1/4-20x 1/2 56 88652 HingeScrew
13 701650 Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20x 2-1/8 57 51795 HairpinCotter
14 156374X479 Back Plate 58 157081X479 LowerHandle
15 700365X479 Side Baffle 59 131959 HandleBott
16 133190X479 DischargeBaffle 61 132001 RopeGuide
17 14_661X479 Rear Baffle 62 134612 DebrisShield
20 14O54O Rear SkJd 64 ...... Engine- (See Braskdown)Briggs & Stratton
21 150425 MulcherPlug Model 121--1807.2632-B1
22 84596 Engine Pulley 65 See Battery Repair Parts Page
23 87677 Hi-Pm Key#505 66 700417 Throttle control
25 839_3 NUt 67 85723 Washer
27 151158 Wheel &_reAssembly 68 111190X CableClamp
28 142748 ShoulderBott3/6-16 69 83816 Screw
BallevilleWasher 70 17600406 Screw Hex Serratted 1/4 x 20
3O 145_3_004 Axle Arm Assembly 71 170938 SpringLH
31 701037 SelectorKndo 72 170939 Spring RH
32 70_1X(X)4 Setector Spring 73 165912 Bolt
34 146630 Spacer - - 161058 Waming Decal(Not Shown)
35 700325X007 Wheel AdjuslJngBracket 74 66426 Wire f_e
37 15OO78 Thread Curling Screw5/16-18 x 3/4 75 774C0 HubCap
39 170943X479 Handle BracketAssembly(Left) -- 170974 OwnersManual(EnglisWSpanish)
40 170942)(4"79 Handle BracketAssembly (Rig41t)
41 150406 Hex Head Thread RollingScrew 3/6-16 x 1-1/8 Availableaccessoriesnot indudedwithlawn mower:.
7133000 SAE 30W Oil (2Ooz.)
D/9833313 Chute Deflector
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 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MO DEL NUMBER 917.377170

KEY PART
NO. NO. KEY PART
DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2 145755 DriveControl 28 154990 DdveCover

4 158755 Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/8 31 132010 Hex Flange Nut
5 146527 V-Belt 32 137052 Drive Pulley
6 150495 SpdngRetainer 35 151521
8 774OO Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left)
Hubcap 36 702511 Gear Case Assembly
9 145212 Hex Nut 37 137090 Spdng
11 151156 Wheel & Tire Assembly 38 63601 Nut
12 12(XXX)58 E-Ring 40 75192 Spdng
13 137054 Pinion 41 151520
14 88080 Wheel Adjuster Assembly(Right)
DustCover 52 169931 CatcherFrame
15 88118 FeltWasher 54 169932 Grassbag
16 67725 Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 55 86012 DdveshaftCover
17 145793 ControlBar 56 751152 Nut
18 701037 Selector Knob
27 1436O3 Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 3/4
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4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2632-B1

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4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2632-B1

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4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2632-B1

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4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2632-B1

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BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H807
4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2632-B1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 493260 Cylinder Assembly 65 94686 Screw (Rewind Starter

2 293708 Bushing/Seal Kit Housing)
3 299819 "_ Seal-Oil 74 690345 Screw-Hex.
4 493279 Sump-Engine 81 223664 Lock-Muffler Screw
5 214368 Head-Cylinder 85 94974 Screw-Hex.
7 272916 _+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 95 94098 Screw (Throttle Valve)
8 495786 Breather Assembly 104 231371 • Pin-Float Hinge
9 272481 _+ Gasket-Breather 110 00Washer (Sold in Kit Only)
10 691125 Screw (Breather Assembly) 117 494870 Jet-Main
11 691781 Tube-Breather 121 498260 Carburetor Kit
12 272198 _ Gasket-Crankcase 125 498170 Carburetor
13 94547 Screw (Cylinder Head) 127 • Plug-Welch (Sold in Kit Only)
15 94880 Plug-Oil Drain 130 224908 Valve-Throttle
16 498565 Crankshaft 131 493267 Shaft-Throttle
20 399781 _ Seal-Oil 133 398187 Float-Carburetor
22 94220 Screw (Engine Sump) 134 398188 • Valve-Needle (Includes Seat)
94612 Screw (One Used in Hole 137 ---- 0• Gasket-Float Bowl (Sold in Kit
Nearest Breather) Only)
23 492175 Flywheel 146 94388 Key-Timing
24 222698 Key-Flywheel 163 272653,i_•<_Gasket-Air Cleaner
25 499429 Piston Assembly (Standard) 177 280393 _ Seal-O-Ring
499430 Piston Assy. (.010" O.S.) 187 492791 Line-Fuel (Molded)
499431 Piston Assy. (.020" O.S.) 190 94511 Screw (Fuel Tank)
499432 Piston Assy. (.030" O.S.) 202 262579 Link-Mechanical Governor
26 499425 Ring Set (Standard) 209 263044 Spring-Governor
499426 Ring Set (.010" O.S.) 222 497203 Bracket-Control
499427 Ring Set (.020" O.S.) 227 492349 Lever-Governor
499428 Ring Set (.030" O.S.) 258 94512 Screw (Brake)
27 263190 Lock-Piston Pin 287 94511 Screw (Oil Fill Tube)
28 499423 Pin-Piston 300 497838 Muffler-Exhaust
29 499424 Rod-Connecting 304 493293 Housing-Blower
32 94699 Screw (Connecting Rod) 305 691108 Screw (Blower Housing)
33 262651 Valve-Exhaust 306 224324 Shield-Cylinder
34 262652 Valve-intake 307 94515 Screw(Cylinder Shield)
35 262224 Spring-Valve 309 494233 Motor-Starter
40 93312 Retainer-Valve 310 94051 Screw-Slotted Hex.
43 493737 Governor/Oil Slinger 332 690662 Nut (Flywheel)
45 262204 Tappet-Valve 333 802574 Armature-Magneto
46 498275 Gear-Cam 334 94731 Screw (Magneto Armature)
48 498826 Short Block 337 802592 Plug.Spark
51 272199 _ Gasket-intake 356 398606 Wire-Stop
53 94525 Screw (Carburetor) -- 12J807-2960-B1Replacement Engine
54 94526 Screw (Intake Manifold)
55 497440 Housing-Rewind Starter RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100
56 498144 Pulley-Starter High Speed: 3000-3200
58 280399 Rope-Starter (Cut to Required
Length) Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.
60 281434 Grip-Starter Rope • Included in CarburetorKit, Ref Number
121.
• Included in CarburetorGasket Set, Ref
Number 977
+ Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref
Number 1095.

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S.

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H807
4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 2632-B1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

358 497316 Gasket Set 783 261606 Gear-Starter

363 19069 Flywheel-Puller 784 224262 Cover-Gear
373 92987 Nut (Rewind Starter Housing) 785 272201 Gasket-Cover
383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 789 493380 Harness-Wiring
404 67072 Washer (Governor Crank) 801 492335 Cap-Drive
423 93758 Screw (Intedock Switch) 802 492922 Cap-End
425 94872 Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) 803 492920 Housing-Starter
445 491588 Filter-NO Cartridge 847 495263 Dipstick/TubeAssembly
455 225121 Cup-Flywheel 851 493880 Terminal-Cable
456 281503 Plate-Pawl Friction 869 213512 Seat-Valve (Intake)
459 281505 PawI-Rachet 670 213513 Seat-Valve (Exhaust)
474 492841 Alternator 871 262001 Bushing-Guide (Exhaust
510 494147 Drive-Starter Valve ) , .
513 394815 Clutch-Drive 63709 Bushing-Guide (Intake va=ve
523 495264 Dipstick 910 94510 Stud (Alternator)
525 495265 Tube-Oil Fill 921 497233 Cover-Blower Housing
529 281299 Grommet 922 262640 Spring-Brake
544 492921 Armature-Starter 923 493442 Brake
548 492919 Washer Set (Starter) 935 398758 Switch-Interlock
556 94512 Screw (Alternator) 937 281125 Spline-Starter
562 92613 Bolt (Governor Lever) 957 397974 Cap-Fuel Tank
584 224328 Breather Passage Cover 959 690877 Screw (Control b'rac'V,
et)
585 272238 _ Gasket-Breather Passage 966 496116 Base-A/C Primer
592 231082 Nut (Governor Lever) 967 493537 Filter-Pre Cleaner
597 94943 Screw (Pawl Friction Plate) 968 281340 Cover-Air Cleaner
601 93053 Clamp-Fuel Line 969 94696 Screw (Blower Housing Cover)
608 497680 Starter-Rewind 971 94749 Screw (Support Bracket)
613 94231 Screw (Exhaust Muffler) 972 495224 Tank-Fuel
615 94474 Retainer 974 224815 Bracket-Support
615A 93941 Retainer 975 493640 Bowl-Float
616 263175 Crank-Governor 976 496115 Primer-Carburetor
617 270344 O_Seal-lntake Manifold 977 496261 Gasket Set-Carburetor
618 262749 Spring 1019 494256 Label Kit
621 396847 Switch-Stop 1036 695111 Label Kit-Emission
625 497465 Manifold-Intake 1058 273693 Owner's Manual
634 280566 Qe, SeaI-Throttle Shaft (Sold in Kit 1059 398540 Screw/Washer Kit
Only) 1067 280966 Seal-O-Ring
635 66538 Boot-Spark Plug 1095 498528 Gasket Set-Valve Overhaul
668 493823 Spacer (Includes 2) 1102 232153 Pilot-Guide
670 280512 Spacer-Fuel Tank 12J807-2960-B1 Replacement Engine
667 94515 Screw (Breather Passage
Cover) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2;00
689A 263073 Spring-Friction High Speed: 3000-3200
741 262598 Gear-Timing
782 281127 Gear-Starter Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.
D Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number
121.
• Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref
Number 977
+ Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref
Number 1095.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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