To Adjust Handle, Engine Engine Speed

3.Returnmowerto uprightposition.

4.Installnew drive belt into idlerarm

assembly,then aroundthedrive pulley. Besure belt is insideof belt keepers.

5.Reattachidlerarm assemblywith hex

nut previouslyremoved.

6.Turnlawn moweron its side. Make sure air filter andcarburetorare up.

7.Reattachdebrisshield to housingwith tab of debrisshield in housinghole.

8.Positionbladeon the bladeadapter aligningthe two (2) holesin the blade with the raisedlugs on the adapter.

9.Besure the trailing edgeof blade (op- positesharp edge)is up towardthe

engineas shown.

10.Installthe blade boltwith the lock washerand hardenedwasherinto

blade adapterand crankshaft. 11.Use blockof wood betweenbladeand

lawn mowerhousingand tightenthe blade bolt,turningclockwise.

•Therecommendedtighteningtorque is 35-40ft. Ibs.

IMPORTANT: Bladebolt is heattreated.

If bolt needsreplacing,replaceonlywith

approvedbolt shownin the Repair Parts sectionof thismanual.

12.Returnmowerto uprightposition. 13.Reattachdrive cableand returnspring

to the idlerarm assembly,then reat- tach drivecableto anchor.

14.Reattachdrive coverwith screw(s) previouslyremoved.

15.Connectspark plugwire to spark plug.

TO ADJUST HANDLE

The handle on your lawn mower has three

(3)height positions - adjust to height that suits you.

1.Remove knob and carriage bolt on one side of the lower handle.

2.While holding handle assembly, remove knob and carriage bolt from opposite side,

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 thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

1.Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance sec-

tion of this manual).

align hole in handle with desired hole in handle bracket and reassemble bolt and

knob and tighten securely.

3.Align opposite side of handle with same positioning hole and secure with bolt and knob.

Hi	_	Bolt
	/

bracket

Knob

ENGINE

ENGINE SPEED

Your engine speed has been factory set. 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 lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and adjustment.

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair or adjustment.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for 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 a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

2.Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.

3.Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

4.Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

HANDLE

You can fold your mower handle for storage.

917.370741 specifications

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