CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE

MODELNUMBER143.974500

REF

PART

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REF

 

PART

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

 

 

 

 

 

NO.

 

NO.

 

 

DESCRIPTION

 

 

1

36478A

Cylinder (Incl 2,7,20 & 125)

 

186

 

34337

 

Governor

Link

 

 

2

26727

 

 

 

 

 

Dowel

Pin

 

 

 

 

 

 

189

 

650839

 

Screw,

1/4-20

x 3/8"

 

6

33734

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Breather

Element

 

 

 

 

191

 

36559

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SE Brake Bracket (Incl. 195)

7

36557

 

 

 

 

 

 

BreatherAss'y.

(Incl

5 & 12A)

195

 

610973

 

 

 

Terminal

 

 

 

 

 

12A

36558

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Breather

Cover & Tube (IncL 12B)

200

 

35727

 

Control Bracket (Incl. 202 Thru 205)

12B

34695

 

 

Breather

Tube

Elbow

 

 

202

 

36482

 

 

 

 

 

Compression

 

Spring

 

14

28277

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

203

 

31342

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Compression

 

Spring

 

15

30589

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Governor

Rod (lncL. 14)

 

 

204

 

650549

 

Screw,

5-40 x 7/16"

 

16

32651

 

 

 

 

 

Governor

Lever

 

 

 

 

205

 

650777

 

Screw,

6-32 x 21/32"

 

17

31335

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Governor

Lever Clamp

 

 

207

 

34336

 

Throttle

Link

 

 

 

18

651018

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x 19/64"

209

 

30200

 

Screw,

t0-24

x 9/16"

 

'19

36281

 

 

 

Extension

Spring

 

 

 

 

215

 

32410

 

Control

Knob

 

 

 

20

32600

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil Seal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

223

 

650451

 

Screw,

1/4-20 x 1"

 

30

35996

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Crankshaft

 

 

 

 

 

 

224

 

34690A

* Intake

Pipe

Gasket

 

40

36073

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Piston,

Pin & Ring Set (Std.)

 

238

 

650932

 

 

 

 

Screw,

10-32 x 49/64"

 

40

36074

 

 

 

 

Piston,

Pin & Ring Set (.010"

OS)

239

 

34338

* Air Cleaner

Gasket

 

40

36075

 

 

Piston,

Pin & Ring Set (.020"

OS)

241

 

35797

 

Air Cleaner

Collar

 

41

36070

 

 

 

Piston

& Pin Ass'y. (Std_) (tncL 43)

245

 

35066

 

Air Cleaner

Filter

 

 

41

36071

 

 

 

 

Piston

& Pin Ass'y.

 

 

 

250

 

35065

 

Air Cleaner

Cover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

41

36072

(.010"

 

OS)

(IncL 43)

 

 

 

260

 

36915

 

Blower

Housing

 

 

Piston

& Pin Ass'y.

 

 

 

261

 

30200

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw,

10424 x 9/16"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(.020"

 

OS)

(IncL 43)

 

 

 

262

 

650831

 

 

42

36076

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw,

1/4-20

x 1/2"

 

Ring Set (Std.)

 

 

 

 

 

275

 

36473

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Muffler

(Incl, 277)

 

 

42

36077

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ring Set (.010"

OS)

 

 

 

277

 

650988

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw,

1/4-20

x 2-5/16"

 

42

36078

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ring Set (.020"

OS)

 

 

 

285

 

35000A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Starter

Cup

 

 

 

 

43

20381

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Piston

Pin Retaining

Ring

 

 

287

 

650926

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw,

8*32

x 21/64"

 

45

30963B

 

 

 

 

 

Connecting

Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46)

290

 

30705

 

 

 

 

Fuel Line

 

 

 

 

 

46

32610A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connecting

Rod Bolt

 

 

 

292

 

26460

 

Fuel Line Clamp

 

 

48

27241

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valve

 

Lifter

 

 

 

 

 

298

 

28763

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw,

10-32 x 35/64"

 

50

35992

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Camshaft

(MCR)

 

 

 

 

300

 

36916

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuel Tank (Incl 292 & 301)

52

29914

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil Pump Ass'y_

 

 

 

 

301

 

36246

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fuel Cap

 

 

 

 

 

69

35261

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Mounting

Flange

Gasket

 

 

305

 

35647

 

Oil Fill Tube

 

 

 

 

70

34311D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mounting

Flange

(Incl 72 thru

83)

306

 

36832

* "O"-Ring

 

 

 

 

 

72

36083

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil Drain

Plug

 

 

 

 

 

307

 

35499

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

"O"-Ring

 

 

 

 

 

75

27897

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil Seal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

309

 

650562

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw,

10-32

x 1/2"

 

80

30574A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Governor

Shaft

 

 

 

 

 

310

 

35648

 

Dipstick

 

 

 

 

 

81

30590A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

313

34080

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spacer

 

 

 

 

 

 

82

30591

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Governor

Gear

Ass'y. (Incl

81)

370A

 

36261

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lubrication

Decal

 

 

83

30588A

 

 

 

 

Governor

Spool

 

 

 

 

370B

 

35167

 

Control

Decal

 

 

 

86

650488

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"

 

 

370C

 

36861

 

Primer

Decal

 

 

 

89

611004

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flywheel

Key

 

 

 

 

 

370K

 

36695

 

Starter

Decal

 

 

 

90

611112

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flywheel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

380

 

632747

 

Carburetor

(IncL

164)

 

92

650815

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Belleville

Washer

 

 

 

 

390

 

590694

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rewind

Starter

 

 

93

650816

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flywheel

Nut

 

 

 

 

 

400

36481

 

Gasket

Set

 

 

 

 

100

34443A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Solid

State

Ignition

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(IncL Items Marked * in Notes)

101

610118

Spark

 

Plug Cover

 

 

 

 

416

 

36085

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spark Arrestor

Kit

 

103

651007

Screw,

Torx T-15,

10-24 x 15/16"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Incl., 417)(Optional)

 

110

34961

Ground Wire

 

 

 

 

 

417

 

650760

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Screw,

8-32 x 3/8" (Optional)

119

36477

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Cylinder

Head

Gasket

 

 

900

--

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replacement

 

Engine NONE

120

36476

 

 

 

 

 

Cylinder

Head

 

 

 

 

 

900

--

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replacement

 

S/B 750679A,

125

36471

Exhaust

Valve

(Std.)

(Incl

151)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

order

from 71-999

 

 

125

36472

Exhaust

Valve

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RPM High 2900 to 3200

 

 

 

(1/32" OS)

(Incl.. 151)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

126

29314B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RPM Low 2450 to 2750

 

Intake Valve (Std.) (IncL 151)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

126

29315C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intake Valve (1/32" OS) (IncL 151)

(NOTE: This engine could have been built with 590737

130

6021A

Screw,

5/16-18

x 1-1/2"

 

 

 

 

starter.. Refer to the design of the rope pulley strength

135

35395

Resistor

Spark

Plug (RJ19LM)

 

 

ribs for part identification. Individual starter parts do not

150

35991

Valve

Spring

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interchange.)

IncL Part #'s26756

(1),27234A

(1), 33735

151

31673

 

 

 

 

 

Valve

Spring Cap

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1), 36832

(1),

34338

(1),

34690A

(1),

35261

(1),

169 27234A

* Valve

Cover Gasket

 

 

 

 

 

 

36477

(1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

172

32755

Valve

Cover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

174

30200

Screw,

10-24 x 9/16"

 

 

 

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

178

29752

Nut & Lock Washer,

1/4-28

 

 

 

 

1 inch = 254

mm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

182

6201

Screw,

1/4-28 x 7/8"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

184

26756

* Carburetor

To Intake

Pipe Gasket

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

185

36544

Intake

Pipe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Sears 917.38713 owner manual Part, Description, Mcr

917.38713 specifications

The Sears 917.38713 is a notable entry in the lawn care equipment market, particularly recognized for its versatile features, robust performance, and user-friendly design. This model offers consumers a reliable solution for maintaining their lawns efficiently.

One of the standout characteristics of the Sears 917.38713 is its powerful motor. Equipped with a reliable engine, this lawn mower provides sufficient horsepower to tackle various types of grass and terrain. The motor's performance is complemented by a high-quality cutting deck that ensures a clean and precise cut every time. The adjustable cutting height feature is another significant advantage, allowing users to customize the mower's height settings to suit their lawn's specific needs, whether dealing with standard grass or more rugged terrain.

The ergonomic design of the handle enhances user comfort and control during operation. Not only is it adjustable to accommodate different user heights, but it is also designed to reduce vibrations, making mowing less strenuous. This attention to user comfort helps extend mowing sessions without causing fatigue, which is especially beneficial for larger lawns.

Technologically, the Sears 917.38713 incorporates features aimed at boosting efficiency and ease of use. One such feature is the self-propulsion system, which allows the mower to move forward with minimal effort from the operator. This self-propulsion capability is particularly useful when dealing with inclines or uneven grounds, ensuring that users can maintain pace without excessive strain.

The mower also showcases durability and build quality, with materials that resist wear and tear over time. Its exterior featuring weather-resistant components protects it against the elements, ensuring longevity. Maintenance is made simpler with easily accessible parts, allowing users to perform routine checks and repairs without professional assistance.

In summary, the Sears 917.38713 is a well-crafted lawn mower designed for efficiency and ease of use. Its powerful engine, adjustable cutting height, ergonomic design, self-propulsion system, and durable build make it a strong contender for anyone looking to maintain their lawn effectively. Whether you have a small patch or acres of land, this model caters to diverse mowing needs, ensuring a well-manicured lawn with minimal effort.