Owners Manual
Owners Manual
Owners Manual
Model No.
917.370921
• EspaSol, p. 20
CAUTION'.
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
ALook for this symbol to point out impor- AWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
tant safety precautions. It means related accessories contain lead and lead
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! compounds, chemicals known to the State
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
,_ WARNING: In order to prevent acci- hands after handling.
dental starting when setting up, transport-
ing, adjusting or making repairs, always AWARNING: This lawn mower is
disconnect spark plug wire and place wire equipped with an internal combustion
where it cannot come in contact with plug. engine and should not be used on or near
any unimproved forest-covered, brush-
,A CAUTION: Muffler and other engine covered or grass-covered land unless the
parts become extremely ,4q"b-, engine's exhaust system is equipped with
hot during operation and a spark arrester meeting applicable local
remain hot after engine or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
has stopped. To avoid used, it should be maintained in effective
severe burns on contact, working order by the operator.
stay away from these areas.
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In the state of California the above is re- • Disengage the self-propelled mecha-
quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- nism or drive clutch on mowers so
nia Public Resources Code). Other states equipped before starting the engine.
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply • If the equipment should start to vibrate
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
muffler is available through your nearest check immediately for the cause. Vibra-
Sears Parts & Repair Center (See the RE- tion is generally a warning of trouble.
PAIR PARTS section of this manual). • Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating
I. GENERAL OPERATION
mower.
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the II. SLOPE OPERATION
manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly Slopes are a major factor related to slip &
familiar with the controls and the proper fall accidents which can result in severe
use of the machine before starting. injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
• Do not put hands or feet near or under you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis- DO:
charge opening at all times. • Mow across the face of slopes: never
• Only allow responsible individuals, who up and down. Exercise extreme caution
are familiar with the instructions, to oper- when changing direction on slopes.
ate the machine. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, limbs, etc.
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
could be picked up and thrown by blade. grass can hide obstacles.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people DO NOT:
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area. • Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
• Do not operate the mower when bare- embankments. The operator could lose
foot or wearing open sandals. Always footing or balance.
wear substantial foot wear. • Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
• Do not pull mower backwards unless • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
absolutely necessary. Always look down footing could cause slipping.
and behind before and while moving III. CHILDREN
backwards.
Tragic accidents can occur if the opera-
• Never direct discharged material toward tor is not alert to the presence of children.
anyone. Avoid discharging material against Children are often attracted to the machine
a wall or obstruction. Material may richo- and the mowing activity. Never assume
chet back toward the operator. Stop blade that children will remain where you last
when crossing gravel surfaces. saw them.
• Do not operate the mower without • Keep children out of the trimming area
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or and under the watchful care of another
other safety protective devices in place. responsible adult.
• See manufacturer's instructions for prop- • Be alert and turn machine off if children
er operation and installation of accesso- enter the area.
ries. Only use accessories approved by • Before and while walking backwards,
the manufacturer. look behind and down for small children.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
• Never allow children to operate the
drives, walks, or roads. machine.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you • Use extra care when approaching blind
leave the equipment, before cleaning the corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
mower or unclogging the chute. that may obscure vision.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until AWARNING: CHILDREN CAN BE
the blade comes to complete stop before INJURED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. The
removing grass catcher.
American Academy of Pediatrics recom-
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial mends that children be a minimum of 12
light.
year of age before operating a pedestrian
• Do not operate the machine while under controlled lawn mower and a minimum of
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
16 years of age before operating a riding
• Never operate machine in wet grass. lawn mower.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle; walk, never run. 3
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• When loading or unloadingthis ma- • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
chine, do not exceed the maximum clothing immediately,
recommendedoperation angle of 15°, • Never overfill fuel tank, Replace gas
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equip- cap and tighten securely,
ment (PPE)while operatingthis ma- V. GENERAL SERVICE
chine, including (at a minimum) sturdy
• Never run a machine inside a closed
footwear, eye protection, and hearing
area,
protection, Do not mow in short and/or,
open toed footwear, • Never make adjustments or repairs with
Always let someone know you are outside the engine (motor) running, Disconnect
mowing, the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent acciden-
IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE tal starting,
Use extreme care in handling gasoline, • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
vapors are explosive, ment in good condition,
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes • Never tamper with safety devices,
and other sources of ignition, Check their proper operation regularly,
• Use only an approved container, • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with other debris build-up, Clean oil or fuel
the engine running, Allow engine to spillage, Allow machine to cool before
cool before refueling, storing,
• Never refuel the machine indoors, • Stop and inspect the equipment if you
• Never store the machine or fuel contain- strike an object, Repair, if necessary,
er where there is an open flame, spark before restarting,
or pilot light such as a water heater or • Never attempt to make wheel height
on other appliances, adjustments while the engine is running,
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on • Grass catcher components are subject
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner, to wear, damage, and deterioration,
Always place containers on the ground which could expose moving parts or
away from your vehicle before filling, allow objects to be thrown, Frequently
• Remove gas-powered equipment from check components and replace with
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the manufacturer's recommended parts,
ground, If this is not possible, then when necessary,
refuel such equipment with a portable • Mower blades are sharp and can cut,
container, rather than from a gasoline Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
dispenser nozzle, use extra caution when servicing them,
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim • Do not change the engine governor set-
of the fuel tank or container opening at ting or overspeed the engine,
all times until fueling is complete, Do • Maintain or replace safety and instruc-
not use a nozzle lock-open device, tion labels, as necessary,
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
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These accessories 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. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
CLIPPING
DEFLECTORS
FOR STABILIZER
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
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Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble
or operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts
left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn
mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct
tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,
necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
TO REMOVE MOWER FROM CARTON Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
1. Remove loose parts included with mower. for your mowing comfort. Refer to "AD-
2. Cut down two end corners of carton JUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual.
and lay end panel down flat.
3. Remove all packing materials except Bolt
padding between upper and lower
handle and padding holding operator \
\
presence control bar to upper handle.
4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and
check carton thoroughly for additional Handle
loose parts. bracket
)
HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN /
MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or damage control cables. 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
1. Raise lower handle section to operat- with rigid part of bag on the bottom.
Make sure the frame handle is outside
ing position and align holes in lower
handle with holes in handle brackets. of the bag top.
2. Insert handle bolts through lower 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
handles and handle brackets; secure NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold
them in warm water for a few minutes. If
with lower ("standard") knobs.
3. Remove protective padding, raise up- bag gets wet, let it dry before using.
per handle section into place on lower
handle and tighten both upper ("star")
knobs.
4. Remove any packing material from
around control bar.
Operator MOWING
presence POSITION
control bar
/ /! !
LIFT
//
' "
/
/iX
//
/
Upper handle
_- knob ("star") TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
Lower handle used as a mulcher. To convert mower to
bagging or discharging, see "TO CON-
Lower handle knob VERT MOWER" in the Operation section
("standard") of this manual.
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL 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.
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the
product. Learn and understand their meaning.
CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS
OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY
Spark plug
Single point
height adjuster
handle Muffler
Gasoline filler ca
Air filter
Mulcher doo
Operator presence control bar- must Starter handle - used for starting engine.
be held down to the handle to start the Mulcher door - allows conversion to
engine. Release to stop the engine, discharging or bagging operation.
Single point height adjuster - used to Drive control levers - used to engage
adjust cutting height of lawn mower. 7 power-propelled forward motion of mower.
LEVER
FORWARD
rive TO RAISE
control levers MOWER
TO ENGAGE DRIVE CONTROL
DRIVE CONTROL DISENGAGED 8
Full bac
catcher indicator
frame hook window
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TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER ADD GASOLINE
Empty the grass catcher when clippings • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.
are visible in the full bag indicator window. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular
1. Lift up on grass catcher using the unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
frame handle. 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
2. Remove grass catcher with clippings Purchase fuel in quantities that can be
from under lawn mower handle. used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-
3. Empty clippings from bag using both ness.
frame handle and bag handle. A CAUTION" Wipe off any spilled oil or
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty- fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
ing; it will cause unnecessary wear. near an open flame.
& CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels
Grass
catcher (called gasohol or using ethanol or metha-
frame nol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation 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 of 30
days or longer. Empty the gas tank, start
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
Bag and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
handle next season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
ADD OIL tank or permanent damage may occur.
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in
the engine. For type and grade of oil to Engine
use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance oil cap
section of this manual.
• i, CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler
on startup.
1. Be sure lawnmower is level.
2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout.
3. You receive a container of oil with the Gasoline
unit. Slowly pour the entire container filler cap
down the oil fill spout into the engine.
NOTE: Initial oil fill requires only 18 oz.
due to residual oil in engine from the
manufacturers 100% quality testing. When
changing oil you may need 20 oz.
4. Insert and tighten dipstick. TO STOP ENGINE
IMPORTANT:
* To stop engine, release operator pres-
• Check oil level before each use. Add oil ence control bar.
if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.
• Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or each season. You may TO START ENGINE
need to change the oil more often NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the
under dusty, dirty conditions. See "TO engine, a small amount of smoke may be
CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in the Mainte- present during the initial use of the product
nance section of this manual. and should be considered normal.
NOTE: Your engine is equipped with an
automatic choke system. No priming or
choking is required before starting.
* To start engine, hold operator presence
control bar down to the handle and pull
starter handle quickly. Do not allow
starter rope to snap back.
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MOWING TiPS MULCHING MOWING TiPS
_, CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher IMPORTANT: For best performance,
blade attachments on your mower. Such keep mower housing free of built-up
attachments are hazardous, will damage grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the
your mower and could void your warranty. Maintenance section of this manual.
• Under certain conditions, such as very • The special mulching blade will recut
tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the grass clippings many times and
the height of cut to reduce pushing effort reduce them in size so that as they fall
and to keep from overloading the engine onto the lawn they will disperse into
and leaving clumps of grass clippings. the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
It may also be necessary to reduce mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
ground speed and/or run the lawn to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
mower over the area a second time. mulch with your highest engine (blade)
• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the speed as this will provide the best recut-
width of cut by overlapping previously ting action of the blades.
cut path and mow slowly. • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
• For better grass bagging and most cut- Wet grass tends to form clumps and
ting conditions, the engine speed should interferes with the mulching action. The
be set in the FAST position. best time to mow your lawn is the early
• Pores in cloth grass catchers can afternoon. At this time the grass has
become filled with dirt and dust with use dried, yet the newly cut area will not be
and catchers will collect less grass. To exposed to direct sunlight.
prevent this, regularly hose catcher off • For best results, adjust the lawn mower
with water and let dry before using. cutting height so that the lawn mower
• Keep top of engine around starter clear cuts off only the top one-third of the
and clean of grass clippings and chaff. grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown it
This will help engine air flow and extend will be necessary to raise the height of
engine life. cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep
from overloading the engine and leaving
clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy grass, reduce your width of cut
by overlapping previously cut path and
mow slowly.
MAX 1/3
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE
EACH
A FTEREVERY
EACH 10
EVERY
25 HOURS
EVERY
100 BEFORE
SCHEDULE USE USE HOURS OR SEASON HOURS STORAGE
m
_ Inspect Muffler
N Replace Spark Plug
E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer
* (if so equipped) 1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures.
** Electric-Start mowers 2 - Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
*** Power-Propelled mowers 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
**** Use a scraper 4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
to clean under deck 5 - And after each 5 hours of use.
TO REMOVE BLADE
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark Blade Blade bolt
plug and place wire where it cannot
TO SHARPEN BLADE
come in contact with plug.
2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
sure air filter and carburetor are up. blade - but if you do, be sure blade is bal-
3. Use a wood block between blade and anced. An unbalanced blade will cause
mower housing to prevent blade from eventual damage to mower or engine.
turning when removing blade bolt. • The blade can be sharpened with a file
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. to sharpen while on the mower.
4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter- • To check blade balance, you will need a
clockwise. 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone bal-
5. Remove blade and attaching hardware ancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow
(bolt, lock washer, hardened washer). instructions supplied with balancer.)
6. Remove debris shield. NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and blade. The lobes of the center hole may
check the key inside hub of blade adapter. appear to be centered, but are not.
The key must be in good condition to work • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion
properly. Replace adapter if damaged. of the steel bolt or pin and hold the
bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If
TO REPLACE BLADE
blade is balanced, it should remain in a
1. Position blade adapter on engine crank- horizontal position. If either end of the
shaft. Be sure key in adapter and crank- blade moves downward, sharpen the
shaft keyway are aligned; and that drive heavy end until the blade is balanced.
belt is inside tabs of belt retainer.
2. Install debris shield.
3. Position blade on the blade adapter.
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,
center hole in blade must align with star Center hole
on blade adapter.
4. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (oppo-
5/8" bolt or pin
site sharp edge) is up toward engine. Blade
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GRASS CATCHER . Tip lawn mower on its side as shown
• The grass catcher may be hosed with and drain oil into a suitable container.
water, but must be dry when used. Rock lawn mower back and forth to re-
• Check your grass catcher often for dam- move any oil trapped inside of engine.
age or deterioration. Through normal
use it will wear. If catcher needs replac-
ing, replace only with approved replace-
ment catcher shown in the Repair Parts
section of this manual. Give the lawn
mower model number when ordering.
GEAR CASE
* To keep your drive system working
properly, the gear case and area around
the drive should be kept clean and free
of trash build-up. Clean under the drive
cover twice a season.
* The gear case is filled with lubricant to 4. Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn
the proper level at the factory. The only mower or side of engine.
time the lubricant needs attention is if 5. Slowly pour oil down the oil fill spout,
service has been performed on the gear stopping every few ounces to check
case. the oil level with the dipstick.
6. Stop adding oil when you reach the
ENGINE FULL mark on the dipstick. Wait a
minute to allow oil to settle.
LUBRICATION
7. Continue adding small amounts of oil,
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with
API service classification SG-SL. Select the rechecking the dipstick until oil level
settles at FULL. DO NOT overfill, or
oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your
engine will smoke heavily from the
expected operating temperature.
muffler on startup.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 8. Always be sure to retighten oil dipstick
before starting engine.
9. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark
F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100
plug.
C -30 -20 -1; ; 1'0 20 10 4;
sot
IMPORTANT: Be sure the garden hose is
not routed under the lawn mower housing
or entangled in the wheels.
"-,-z _" Cover 5. Turn on water supply and check for
Cover tab leaks at the fitting.
If no leaks are present, start engine (as
MUFFLER described in the Operation section of
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it this manual) and let engine run until the
could create a fire hazard and/or damage. underside of the lawn mower is clean.
_k WARNING: Do not engage the drive
SPARK PLUG system during the washout process.
Replace spark plug at the beginning of 6. Shut off the engine.
each mowing season or after every 100 7. Shut off water supply and remove
hours of operation, whichever occurs first. hose from fitting.
Spark plug type and gap setting are shown CAUTION: Do not remove hose from
in the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" fitting while engine is running. Water in
section of this manual. engine can result in shortened engine life.
8. Start engine (as described in the Op-
CLEANING eration section of this manual) and let
engine run for a full minute to remove
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
excess water from mower.
mower housing free of built-grass and
trash. Clean the underside of your mower
after each use. Hose
&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 scraping to remove build-up of grass
and trash.
• Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating. A clogged engine runs
hotter and shortens engine life.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• We do not recommend using a garden Fitting
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
out. Water in engine can result in short- Clean under drive cover at least twice a
ened engine life. season. Scrape underside of cover with
putty knife or similar tool to remove any
WATER WASHOUT FEATURE build-up of trash or grass on underside of
Your lawn mower is equipped with a fitting drive cover.
that allows quick and easy cleaning of
the underside of the housing. To use this
feature, proceed as follows:
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• ILWARNING" To avoid serious injury, before performing any service and adjustments
1. Release control bar and stop engine.
2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in
contact with plug.
LAWN MOWER TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT 1. Place new drive belt on gearcase pul-
See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in ley.
the Operation section of this manual. NOTE: Always use factory approved belt
to assure proper fit and long life.
REAR DEFLECTOR
2. Reinstall gearcase belt keeper. Be
The rear deflector, attached between the rear sure the new drive belt is inside the
wheels of your mower, isprovided to minimize tabs of the gearcase belt keeper.
the possibility that objects will be thrown out 3. Position the blade adapter on the en-
of the rear of the mower into the operator gine crankshaft. Be sure key in adapter
mowing position. If the deflector becomes and crankshaft keyway are aligned;
damaged, it should be replaced. and that the new drive belt is inside the
TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT tabs of the belt retainer.
1. Remove screws securing rear baffle. 4. Place rear baffle in mower housing.
2. Turn lawn mower on its side with air 5. Reinstall debris shield.
filter and carburetor up. 6. Reinstall blade.
3. Remove rear baffle from mower. 7. Return mower to upright position.
4. Remove blade bolt, Iockwasher, hard- 8. Reinstall rear baffle screws.
ened washer and blade.
5. Remove debris shield. TO ADJUST HANDLE
6. Remove gearcase belt keeper. The handle on your lawn mower has
7. Remove drive belt.
multiple 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,
Gearcase remove knob and carriage bolt from
belt keeper opposite side, align hole in handle with
desired hole in handle bracket and
Rear Belt
baffle retainer reassemble bolt and knob and tighten
securely.
3. Align opposite side of handle with
same positioning hole and secure with
Gearcase bolt and knob.
pulley
Handle Knob Bolt
bracket
gh
Jm
Low
Debris
shield
Hardened
Blade Blade
bolt
Lockwasher
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ENGINE to suspected carburetor problems, take
ENGINE SPEED your lawn mower to a Sears or other
qualified service center for repair and/or
Your engine speed has been factory set. adjustment.
Do not attempt to increase engine speed IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
or it may result in personal injury. If you engine governor, which is factory set for
believe that engine is running too fast or
proper engine speed. Overspeeding
too slow, take your mower to a Sears or the engine above the factory high speed
other qualified service center for repair setting can be dangerous. If you think
and adjustment. the engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact a Sears or other
CARBURETOR qualified service center, which has proper
Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your equipment and experience to make any
engine does not operate properly due necessary adjustments.
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for IMPORTANT: When folding the handle
storage at the end of the season or if the for storage or transportation, be sure to
unit will not be used for 30 days or more. fold the handle as shown or you may dam-
LAWN MOWER age the control cables.
When lawn mower is to be stored for a
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove Operator MOWING
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a f pOSITION
clean, dry area. control bar
1. Clean entire lawn mower (See i ii
I i I
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance sec-
////
tion of this manual).
i/I/i
2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance FOLD /',/ X
section of this manual.
FORWARE Upper
3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and FOR handle
pins are securely fastened. Inspect STORAGE
moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting. Lower handle
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ENGINE ENGINE OIL
FUEL SYSTEM Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
gum deposits from forming in essential fuel
CYLINDER
system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose, or tank during storage. Alcohol 1. Remove spark plug.
blended fuels (called gasohol or using 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture spark plug hole into cylinder.
which leads to separation and formation 3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times
to distribute oil.
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
4. Replace with new spark plug.
damage the fuel system of an engine while
in storage. OTHER
• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en- • Do not store gasoline from one season
gine and letting it run until the fuel lines to another.
and carburetor are empty. • Replace your gasoline can if your can
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
products in the fuel tank or permanent gasoline will cause problems.
damage may occur. • If possible, store your unit indoors and
• Use fresh fuel next season. cover it to protect it from dust and dirt.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable • Cover your unit with a suitable protec-
alternative in minimizing the formation of tive cover that does not retain moisture.
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor- breathe, which allows condensation to
age container. Always follow the mix ratio form and will cause your unit to rust.
found on stabilizer container. Run engine IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
to allow the stabilizer to reach the car- &CAUTION: Never store the lawn
buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and
mower with gasoline in the tank inside a
carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
NQmero de Serie:
Fecha de Compra:
Capacidad y Tipo de Gasolina: 1.6 Cuartos (Regular sin PIomo)
Tipo de Aceite (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (Sobre 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (Debajo 32°F)
Capacidad de Aceite: 18 Onzas
Buj[a (Abertura: .020") Champion RJ2YXLE
Torsi6n del Perno de la Cuchilla: 35-40 ft. Ibs.
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RENDIMIENTO DE LA SEGADORA
DESVIADOR
DE RECORTES
ESTABILI- ENVASES
PARA SEGADORAS
ZADORES
CON DESCARGA
TRASERA E GASOLINA
RECOREDOR
PARA PARA
SEGADORAS SEGADORAS
CON DESCARGA CON DESCARGA
RECOREDOR
TRASERA LATERAL
MANTENIMIENTO DE LA SEGADORA
ADAPTADORES ACEITE
CORREAS CUCHILLAS DE CUCHILLA RUEDAS DEL MOTOR
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Lea estas instrucciones y este manual completamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su sega-
dora nueva.
IMPORTANTE" Este cortac_sped viene SIN ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor.
Su segadora nueva ha sido montada en la f_.brica con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que se de-
jaron sin montar por razones de envio. Todas las partes como las tuercas, las arandelas, los pernos,
etc., que son necesarias para completar el montaje han sido colocadas en la bolsa de partes. Para
asegurarse que su segadora funcione en forma segura y adecuada, todas las partes y los arficulos
de ferreteria que se monten tienen que set apretados seguramente. Use las herramientas correctas,
como sea necesario, para asegurar que se aprieten adecuadamente.
LEVAN-
ii/i I
ATTENCION O MOTOR MOTOR R,_,PIDO LENTO ESTRANGU COM- ACEITE PELIGRO, GUARDE LAS
ADVERTENClA ENCENDIDO APAGADO LAOION BUSTIBLE MANOS Y LOS PIES LEJOS
Bujia
Mango del
ajustador de
un solo I:
Filtro de aire
Puerta de la acolchadora
Barra de control que exige la presencia del Puerta de la acolchadora - permite la conver-
operador - tiene que sujetarse abajo, junto si6n para la operaci6n de descarga o ensacado.
con el mango, para hacer arrancar el motor. Cordon arrancador - se usa para hacer ar-
Su_ltela para parar el motor. rancar el motor.
Mango del ajustador de un solo punto Barras de control de la impulsion - se usa
- se usa para ajustar la altura de corte de la para enganchar la segadora para movimiento
segadora. 25hacia adelante impulsada a motor.
PALANCA HACIA
ADELANTE
Palanc PARA LEVANTAR
de la EL CORTACESPED
impulsi6n
PARA ENGANCHAR CONTROL DE LA
EL CONTROL DE LA IMPULSION
IMPULSION DESENGANCHADO
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PARA CONVERTIR LA SEGADORA \
Su segadora fue enviada lista para usarse como \
acolchadora de capa vegetal. Para convertida a
una operaci6n de ensacado o de descarga:
SEGADORAS CON DESCARGA TRASERA
• Levantar la puerta trasera de cortac6sped
y colocar los ganchos del armaz6n de la
recolectora de hierba en los soporte del
recogedor de c_sped.
• Para pasar a la operaci6n de acolchamiento, Abierto la
remover la recolectora de hierba y cerrar la proteccid
contra la I
puerta trasera.
I
trasera descarga
Soporte det recogedor
de c6sped Desviador
Mango del de la descarga
bastidor det \
recogedor
c6sped
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!i
!! PASOS SIMPLES DE RECORDAR
iiiiiiiiiiiiii_jCUANDO
CONVIERTA SU SEGADORA
PARA ACOLCHAMIENTO -
1. La puerta trasera cerrada.
2. La protecci6n contra la descarga cerrada y
trabado.
PARA ENSACAMIENTO TRASERO -
1. Recogedor del c_sped instalado.
2. La protecci6n contra la descarga cerrada y
trabado.
PARA DESCARGA LATERAL-
SEGADORAS CON DESCARGA LATERAL 1. La puerta trasera cerrada.
• La puerta trasera tiene que estar cerrada. 2. La desviador de la descarga instalada.
• Abra la protecci6n contra la descarga y Ai_ PREOAUOION: No haga funcionar su
instale el desviador de contra la descarga segadora sin la placa de la acolchadora sin
debajo de la protecci6n como se muestra. el recogedor c_sped aprobados en su lugar.
• La segadora esta lista para la operaci6n de Nunca trate de operar la segadora cuando se
la descarga. halla removido la puerta trasera o cuando se
• Para convertir a la operaci6n de ensacado ha removido a puerta trasera o cuando est,. un
o de descarga, el desviador de la descarga poco abierta.
debe set removido y la protecci6n contra la
descarga debe estar cerrada y trabado.
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PARA VAClAR EL RECOGEDOR DE Use gasolina regular, sin plomo, nueva y lim-
CE_SPED pia con el minimo de 87 octanos. No mezcle
Vacie el recogedor de c6sped cuando los el aceite con la gasolina. Para asegurar
recortes son visibles en la ventana Ilena del que la gasolina utilizada sea fresca compre
indicador de bolsa liana. estanques los cuales puedan set utilizados
1. Levante el recogedor de c6sped usando el durante los primeros 30 d[as.
mango del bastidor. AI_PRECAUCION: Limpie el aceite o el
2. Remueva el recogedor de c6sped, con los combustible derramado. No almacene, derrame
recortes, de debajo del mango de la sega- o use gasolina cerca de una llama expuesta.
dora. _PREOAUOION: Los combustibles
3. Vac[e los recortes de la bolsa.
mezclados con alcohol (conocidos como
AVISO: No arrastre la bolsa cuando la vacie; gasohol, o el uso de etanol o metanol) pueden
se producir_, un desgaste innecesario. atraer la humedad, la que conduce a la
separaci6n y formaci6n de b.cidos durante el
Mango det
bastidor almacenamiento. La gasolina ac[dica puede
del daflar el sistema del combustible de un motor
edor durante el almacenamiento. Para evitar los
de c6sped problemas con el motor, se debe vaciar el
sistema del combustible antes de guardarlo
pot un per[odo de 30 d[as o mb.s. Vac[e el
estanque del combustible, haga arrancar el
motor y hb.galo funcionar hasta que las I[neas
del combustible y el carburador queden vac[os.
La pr6xima temporada use combustible nuevo.
Mango de c6sped Vea las Instrucciones Para El AImacenamiento
para m_.s informaci6n. Nunca use productos de
ANTES DE HACER limpieza para el motor o para el carburador en
ARRANCAR EL MOTOR el estanque del combustible pues se pueden
AGREGUE ACEITE producir daflos permanentes.
Su segadora fue enviada sin aceite en el motor.
Para el tipo y el grado del aceite a utilizar, vea
-Tapa del
el "MOTOR" en la secci6n del Mantenimiento
deposito de
de este manual. aceite
&PRECAUCION: NO sobrellene el motor con
aceite, o fumar_, pesa demante del silenciador
cuando Io valla a arrancar.
1. AsegOrese que la segadora est_ nivelada.
2. Remueva la varila medidora de aceite del
tubo de desarga de aceite.
3. Usted recibe un envase de aceite con la
Tapa det
unidad. Vierta lentamente el envase entero retlenador
de aceite en el tubo de relleno del motor. de
AVISO: El terrapl_n inicial del aceite requiere gasotina
solamente 18 onzas debido al aceite residual
en el motor de la prueba de calidad de 100%
del fabricante. AI cambiar el aceite puede
necesitar 20 onzas. PARA PARAR EL MOTOR
4. Inserte y apriete la varilla medidora de • Para parar el motor, suelte la barra de con-
aceite. troles que exigen la presencia del operador.
IMPORTANTE:
• Revise el nivel del aceite antes de cada uso.
PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR
Agregue aceite si es necesario. Llene hasta
la I[nea de Ileno en la varilla medidora de AVISO: Debido a las capas protectoras del mo-
nivel. tor, una cantidad pequefla de humo puede es-
tar presente durante el uso inicial del producto
• Cambie el aceite despu6s de 25 horas de
y se debe considerar normal.
operaci6n o una vez pot temporada. Puede
necesitar cambiar el aceite m_.s a menudo AVlSO: Su motor viene equipado con un
sistema de estrangulaci6n autom_.tico. No
cuando las condiciones son polvorosas o su-
cias. Vea "PARA CAMBIAR EL ACEITE DEL requiere set cebado o obturado antes de
arrancar.
MOTOR" en la seccion de Mantenimiento de
este manual. • Para hacer arrancar un motor, sujete la barra
de controles que exigen la presencia del
AGREGUE GASOLINA operador abajo en el mango y tire el mango
• Llene el estanque de combustible hasta la del arrancador r_.pidamente. No permita que
parte inferior del cuello de relleno del es- el cord6n arrancador se devuelva abruptam-
tanque de gasolina. No Io Ilene demasiado.
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PROGRAMA DE ANTES DESPUES CADA
DE CADA DE CADA 10
CADA
25 HORAS O
CADA ANTES DEL
100 ALMACE-
MANTEN|M|ENTO USO USO HORAS TEMPORADA HORAS NAMIENTO
CAJA DE ENGRANAJES
• Para mantener el sistema de impulsi6n
funcionando en forma adecuada, la caja de
engranajes y el Area alrededor de la impulsi6n
tienen que mantenerse limpias y sin acumu-
laci6n de basura. Limpie debajo de la cubierta
de la impulsi6n dos veces por temporada.
• La caja de engranajes se Ilena con lubricante Envase/_- ....... /'
hasta el nivel adecuado en la fb.brica. La
0nica vez que el lubricante necesita atenci6n 4. Limpie todo el aceite derramado en la sega-
es cuando se le ha prestado servicio a la dora y en el lado del motor.
caja de engranajes. 5. Echar aceite despacio en el conducto del
aceite, par_tndose a intervalos regulates
para controlar el nivel del aceite con la
MOTOR varilla.
LUBRiCAClON 6. Parar de afladir aceite cuando se alcanza la
Use solamente aceite de detergente de alta serial de Ileno (FULL) en la varilla. Esperar
calidad clasificado con la clasificaci6n SG-SL un minuto para dejar que el aceite se ar-
de servicio API. Seleccione la calidad de visco- regle.
sidad SAE seg0n su temperatura de operaci6n 7. ContinOe agregando cantidades pequeas
esperada. de aceite y vuelva a inspeccionar la varilla
medidora settles del nivel de aciete en Ileno
CALIDADES DE VlSCOSIDAD DE SAE
(FULL). NO sobrellene el motor con aceite,
o fumar_, pesa demante del silenciador
cuando Io valla a arrancar.
F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 8. AsegOrese de apretar la varilla medidora
C -30 -2; -1; ; 1'0 20 30 4; del aceite antes de arrancar el motor.
_AMA DE TEMPERATURA ANTICIPADA ANTES DEL PROXIMO CAMBIO DE ACEITE 9. Vuelva a conectar el alambre de la buj[a a
AVlSO: A pesar de que los aceites de multi- 6sta.
viscosidad (5W30, 10W30, etc.) mejoran el
arranque en clima if[o, estos aceites de mul- FILTRO DE AIRE
tiviscosidad van ha aumentar el consumo de Su motor puede sufrir aver[as y funcionar de
aceite cuando se usan en temperaturas sobre manera incorrecta con un filtro del aire sucio.
32 ° R Revise el nivel del aceite del motor mb.s Sustituir el papel del cartucho una vez al aflo
a menudo, para evitar un posible daflo en el o tras 100 horas de funcionamiento, mb.s a
motor, debido a que no tiene suficiente aceite. menudo si se utiliza en condiciones de sucie-
Cambie el aceite despu6s de 25 horas de dad y polvo particulares.
operaci6n o pot Io menos una vez al aflo si la PARA LIMPIAR EL FILTRO DE AIRE
segadora se utiliza menos 25 horas el aflo. 1. Suelte el tornillo e incline la cubierta para
Revise el nivel del aceite del carter antes de removerlo.
arrancar el motor y despu6s de cada cinco (5) 2. Cuidadosamente, remueva el cartucho.
horas de uso continuado. Apriete el tap6n del 3. L[mpielo golpeb.ndolo suavemente en una
aceite en forma segura cada vez que revise el superficie plana. Si est,. muy sucio cambie el
nivel del aceite. cartucho.
PARA CAMBIAR EL ACEITE DEL MOTOR Ai_,PRECAUCl6N: Los solventes de petr61eo,
AVlSO: Antes de inclinar la segadora para dre- tales como el keroseno, no se deben usar para
nat el aceite, drene el tanque de combustible limpiar el cartucho. Pueden producir el deteri-
haciendo cotter el motor hasta que el tanque oro de _ste. No aceite el cartucho. No use aire
est6 vacio. a presi6n para limpiarlo o secarlo.
1. Desconecte el alambre de la buj[a y 4. Instale el cartucho, luego vuelva a poner la
p6ngalo de modo que no pueda entrar en cubierta asegurb.ndose que las orejas est6n
contacto con 6sta. alineadas con las ranuras en la plancha
trasera. Apriete el tornillo en forma segura.
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Labio Plancha trasera 1. Mueva el cortac6spedes de c6sped a un
_trea de la hierba cortada o de otra superfi-
cie dura.
NOTA: El agua, la hierba y la otra ruina escur-
rirb.n debajo de la cubierta del cortac6spedes
durante el proceso del derrubio.
2. Quite el colector de la hierba y descargue
el montaje del canal inclinado del cortac6s-
pedes de c6sped.
3. Cierre la puerta del mulcher (si est,. equi-
Cartucho pado).
4. Conecte una manguera del jardin con la
Ranuras guarnici6n donde demostrado.
IMPORTANTE: Sea seguro que la manguera
del jardin no est,. encaminada debajo de la
;jas de cubierta del cortac_spedes de c6sped ni que
Cubierta la cubierta est,. enredada en las ruedas.
5. Gire el abastecimiento y la comprobaci6n
SlLENClADOR para de agua escapes en la guarnici6n.
Inspeccione y cambie el silenciador si est,. Si no hay escapes presentes, encienda el
corroido puede producir un peligro de incendio motor (seg0n Io descrito en la secci6n de la
y/o daho. operaci6n de este manual) y deje el motor
funcionar hasta que el superficie inferior del
cortac6spedes de c6sped estb. limpio.
BUJJA
,_IkADVERTENCiA: No contrate el sistema de
Cambie el bujia al comienzo de cada tempo-
impulsi6n durante el proceso del derrubio.
rada de siega o despu6s de cada 100 horas de
6. Apague el motor.
operaci6n, Io que suceda primero. El tipo de
7. Apague el abastecimiento de agua y quite
bujia y el ajuste de la abertura aparecen en "ES-
PECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO" secci6n la manguera de la guarnici6n.
de este manual. PREOAUOION: No quite la manguera de la
guarnici6n mientras que el motor estA funciona-
ndo. El agua en motor puede dar lugar a vida
LIMPIEZA acortada del motor.
IMPORTANTE: Para obtener el mejor 8. Encienda el motor (segOn Io descrito en la
rendimineto, mantenga la caja de la segadora secci6n de la operaci6n de este manual)
sin acumulacion de cesped y basura. Limpie y deje el motor funcionar por un minuto
la parte de abajo de su segadora despues de completo para quitar exceso de agua del
carla uso. cortac6spedes.
_PRECAUCION: Desconecte el alambre de
la bujia y p6ngalo en donde no pueda entrar en
contacto con _sta.
• Haga descansar la segadora en su lado.
AsegL_rese que el filtro de aire y que el car-
burador queden mirando hacia arriba. Limpie
la parte inferior de su segadora rasp_.ndola
para remover la acumulaci6n de c6sped y
basura.
• Limpie el motor a menudo para evitar que
se acumule la basura. Un motor tapado fun-
ciona mb.s caliente y se acorta su duraci6n.
• Mantenga las superficies pulidas y las rue-
alas sin gasolina, aceite, etc.
• No recomendamos el uso de una manguera
de jardin para limpiar la segadora a menos Guarnici6n
que el sistema el_ctrico, el silenciador, el
filtro de aire y el carburador est_n tapados
para evitar que les entre el agua. El agua en
LIMPIE DEBAJO DE LA CUBIERTA DE LA
el motor puede acortar la duraci6n de 6ste.
iMPULSION
Limpie debajo de la cubierta de la impulsi6n
DERRUBIO DEL AGUA
por Io menos dos veces cada temporada.
Su cortac_spedes de c_sped se equipa de una
Raspe debajo de la cubierta con un cuchillo
guarnici6n que permita la limpieza rb.pida y para masilla o con una herramienta parecida,
fb.cil del superficie inferior de la cubierta. Para
para remover toda acumulaci6n de c_sped o
utilizar esta caracteristica, siga de la forma
basura en la parte inferior de la cubierta de la
siguiente:
impulsi6n.
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_ADVERTENCiA: Para evitar lesi6nes serias, antes de dar calquier servico o de hacer ajustes:
1. Suelte la barra de control y pare el motor.
2. Aseg0rese que la cuchilla y que todas las partes movibles se hayan detenido completamente.
3. Desconecte el alambre de la bujfa y p6ngalo en donde no pueda entrar en contacto con 6sta.
SEGADORA PARA CAMBIAR CORREA DE IMPULSION
PARA AJUSTAR LA ALTURA DE CORTE 1. Colocar la nueva correa de fijador de la cot-
Vea "PARA AJUSTAR LA ALTURA DE CORTE" tea.
en la secci6n de Operaci6n de este manual. NOTA: Siempre use la correa aprobada pot la
DESVlADOR TRASERO f_.brica para asegurarse que calce y dure.
2. Reinstale la fijador de la correa. Asegu-
Se proporciona un desviador trasero, adjunto
rarse de que la nueva correa se halle al
entre las ruedas traseras de su segadora, para
interior de los dispositivos de fijador de la
reducir a un mfnimo la posibilidad que objetos correa.
sean lanzados hacia afuera de la parte trasera
3. Ponga el adaptador de la cuchilla en el
de la segadora, en la posici6n en donde se
ciguehal del motor. AsegOrese que la
encuentra el operador. Si se daha el desviador
debe cambiarse. ranura del adaptador y que el chavetero del
ciguehal est_n alineados; y la nueva correa
PARA REMOVER CORREA DE IMPULSI0N
se halle al interior de los dispositivos de
1. Remueva los pernos aseg0rela el bafie pos- retenci6n de la correa.
terior. 4. Inserto la bafle posterior en la segadora.
2. Haga descansar la segadora en su lado 5. Reinstale la cubierta de la caja de en-
con el filtro de aire y el carburador mirando granajes.
hacia arriba. 6. Reinstale la cuchilla.
3. Remueva la bafie posterior de la segadora. 7. Vuelva la segadora a la posici6n vertical.
4. Remueva perno de la cuchilla, arandela de 8. Reinstale los pernos aseg0rela el bafie
seguridad, arandela endurecida y cuchilla. posterior.
5. Remueva la cubierta de la caja de en-
granajes. PARA AJUSTAR EL MANGO
6. Remueva la fijador de la correa.
7. Remueva la correa. El mango de su segadora cuenta con mOltiple
posiciones de altura - ajOstelo a la altura que le
acomode.
1. Remueva la manilla y el perno portador en
un lado del mango inferior.
2. AI mismo tiempo que sujeta el conjunto del
mango, remueva la manilla y el perno porta-
dor del lado opuesto, alinee el agujero en el
Fijador de la mango con el agujero deseado en el puntal
correa
del mango y vuelva a montar el perno y la
Bafie Retenci6n de manilla y apri6telos en forma segura.
la correa 3. Alinee el lado opuesto del mango con el
agujero de la misma posici6n y aseg0relos
con el perno y la manilla.
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MOTOR debido a problemas que se sospecha vienen
VELOCIDAD DEL MOTOR del carburador, Ileve su segadora a contacto
con su centro de servicio Sears o con un otto
La velocidad del motor ha sido ajustada en
la fb.brica. No trate de aumentar la velocidad centro de servicio cualificado para repararla y/o
del motor pues se pueden producir lesiones ajustarla.
personales. Si cree que el motor est,. funcio- IMPORTANTE: Nunca manipule el regulador
nando demasiado r_.pido o demasiado lento, del motor, el que ha sido ajustado en la f_.brica
Ileve su segadora a mas con su centro de para la velocidad del motor adecuada. Puede
servicio Sears o con un otto centro de servicio set peligroso hacer funcionar el motor a una
cualificado. velocidad por sobre el ajuste de alta velocidad
de la fb.brica. Si cree que la velocidad alta
regulada del motor necesita ajuste,contacto con
CARBURADOR
su centro de servicio Sears o con un otto centro
Su carburador tiene un chorro principal fijo
de servicio cualificado, el que cuenta con el
no ajustable para controlar la mezcla. Si su
motor no est,. funcionando en forma adecuada equipo adecuado y la experiencia para hacer
los ajustes necesarios.
MANGO
Mango inferior
Puede doblar el mango de su segadora para el
almacenamiento.
1. Suelte las dos manillas del mango "star" en Manilla del mango
inferior "standard"
cada lado del mango superior y permita que
el mango se doble hacia detras.
2. Suelte las dos manillas del mango "stan- Perno
dard" en ambos lados del mango inferior y
pivote el conjunto entero del mango hacia
delante y permita le que se descanse sobre \\
la segadora.
3. Vuelva a poner las manillas "standard" y los
pernos al mango inferior o a los puntales ,porte
del mango para la seguridad. de mango
• Cuando prepare su mango a partir de la
posici6n de almacenamiento, el mango infe- /
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MOTOR ACEITE DEL MOTOR
SISTEMA DE COMBUSTIBLE Drene el aceite (con el motor caliente) y c_.m-
iMPORTANTE: Es importante evitar que bielo con aceite de motor limpio. (Vea "MO-
se formen depositos de coma en partes TOR" en la secci6n de Mantenimento de este
fundamentales del sistemade combustible tales manual.)
como el carburador, el filtro del combustible,
la mangura del combustible o en el estanque CILINDRO
durante el almacenamiento. Los combustibles
1. Remuevala bujfa.
mezclados con alcohol (conocido come 2. Vac[e una onza (29 ml) de aceite a trav_s
gasohol o que tienen etanol o metanol) del agujero de la buj[a en el cilindro.
Pueden atraer humedad, Io que conduce a la 3. Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente unas
separacion y a la formaci6n de acidos durante cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite.
el almacenamiento. La gasolina acida puede 4. Vuelva a montar la nueva buj[a.
danar el sistema de combustible de un motor
durante el perido de almacenamiento. OTROS
• Vaciar el dep6sito del carburante poniendo • No guarde la gasolina de una temporada a la
en marcha el motor y dejb.ndolo funcionar otra.
hasta que el carburante termine y el • Cambie el envase de la gasolina si se empie-
carburador est6 vac[o. za a oxidar. La oxidaci6n y/o la mugre en su
• Nunca use los productos para limpieza del gasolina producirb.n problemas.
carburador o del motor en el estanque de • Si es posible, guarde su unidad en un recinto
combustible pues se pueden producir dahos cerrado y cLibrala para protegerla contra el
permanentes. polvo y la mugre.
• Use combustible nuevo la pr6xima tempo- • Cubra su unidad con un forro protector
rada. adecuado que no retenga la humedad. No
AVlSO: El estabilizador de combustible es una use plb.stico. El plb.stico no puede respirar, Io
alternativa aceptable para reducir a un m[nimo que permite la formaci6n de condensaci6n,
la formaci6n de dep6sitos de goma en el com- Io que producir_, la oxidaci6n de su unidad.
bustible durante el per[odo de almacenamiento. IMPORTANTE: Nunca cubra la segadora
Agregue estabilizador a la gasolina en el mientras el motor y las areas de escape todavia
estanque de combustible o en el envase para el estan calientes.
almacenamiento. Siempre siga la proporci6n de ,_PRECAUCION: Nunca almacene la
mezcla que se encuentra en el envase del esta-
segadora con gasolina en el estanque dentro
bilizador. Haga funcionar el motor por Io menos
de un edificio en donde los gases pueden
10 minutos despu6s de agregar el estabilizador,
alcanzar una llama expuesta o una chispa.
para permitir que este Ilegue al carburador. No
drene la gasolina del estanque de gasolina y el Permita que se enfr[e el motor antes de
carburador si se est,. usando estabilizador de almacenarla en algOn recinto cerrado.
combustible.
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1 430971 Drive Control Assembly 32 428780X428 Wheel & Tire Assembly, Rear, 11"
(Includes Cable) 33 409148 Nut, Flangelock 3/8-16
9 431650 Cable, Drive 34 197480 O-Ring
10 429544X479 Mounting Bracket, Drive Control 35 430598 Axle, Rear
11 17411312 Screw 36 441833X004 Axle, Front
12 73940800 Nut, Hex 37 163409 Screw, Hi-Lo Thread, 12 x 5/8
13 434564 Gear Case Assembly, Complete 38 191730 Nut, Hex
14 194128 Pulley, Drive 39 407059 Bolt
15 88348 Washer, Flat 40 400249X460 Wheel & Tire Assembly, Front, 8"
16 428782X428 Rod, Connecting 41 428783 Pinion
17 751153 Nut, Hex 44 421527 Belt, Drive
18 436459 Kit, Selector Assembly 48 421114 Kit, Water Washout Assembly
19 430697X615 Knob, WheelAdjuster 49 419735 Fitting, Water Washout
20 427023 Debris Shield 50 415585 Washer, Lock, Internal Tooth
21 435242 Anchor 51 415586 Locknut, Hex, with O-Ring
23 428990 Wheel Axle Assembly, LH 55 406558 Spring, Tension
24 433511 Bracket, Height Adjustment 56 428797X460 Hubcap
25 421515X004 Mounting Bracket, Debris Shield 57 409149 Locknut, Hex, Flanged
26 421516X004 Belt Keeper 58 435241 Bolt, Shoulder
28 12000058 E-Ring 7/16 59 441786X004 Support Bracket
29 428781 Cover, Dust, Wheel 61 181698 Screw
30 17000510 Screw, Hex Head 5/16-18 62 197991 Clip, Cable
31 404845 Pawl, Drive 63 428124 Fastener, Push
85 439077 Support Bracket, Front Axle
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
UVIPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty.
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