Operator's Manual CRAFTSMAN 21” LAWN MOWER Model No. 247.370371 «SAFETY «ASSEMBLY + OPERATION CAUTION: Before using this product, + MAINTENANCE read this manual and follow all safety «LIFESPAN rules and operating instructions. Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website: craftsmanship Form No.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Statement... ooh Page 2 Service and Maintenance. Pages 13-15 Safety Instructions oii Pages 3-6 Off-5eas0n Storage. rein errenerveierreiann. Page 16 Slope Guide ooh Page 7 Troubleshooting Page 17 Assembly... Pages 8-10 Page 21 Operation ooh Pages 11-12 Service Numbers... Back Cover WARRANTY STATEMENT CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY For two years farm the date of purchase, this product is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PL This symbol points aut important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others, Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol, HEED ITS WARNING! A DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. . Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute, The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the blade control is released Ever place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating. .
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Service: Ever run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon menhaden, an odorless and deadly gas, . Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped, Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals far proper tightness, Else, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that ray appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. $300 ool) [Blt ie it READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUALS) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate AE i, AY DANGER ~ ROTATING BLADES & Ta reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away.
"15° Slope "15° Slope (OK) (TOO STEEP) Figure 1 Figure Ise SLOPE GAUGE / USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE iF A SLOPE I$ TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! Pw, check the slope, proceed as follows: Sen, Remove this page and fold along the dashed line Hey Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (6.9. 2 pole, building. fence, tre. ele) Soe Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 }.
nS IMPORTANT: This unit Is shipped without gasoline or ofl in the engine. Be certain ta service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Operation section of the Engine Manual before starting or running your machine. NOTE: Reference to right and left hand side of the Lawn Mo veer is observed from the operating position. OPENING CARTON 1 Cu teach comer of the carton vertically from top ta bottom. 2 Remove all lose parts. 3.
oii 3. Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly: a Pull upward on the handle until holes winnower handle {shown in Figure 3 deck cutaway) fine up with holes in handle bracket. See Figure 4. HOT: When pulling upward on handle, make sure to not pull handle all the Way Out. bo Insert the T-bolts removed in step earlier through the handle brackets and tower handle and tighten securely to secure the handle in place. See Figure 4. ¢.
eR bo Place grass catcher info the slots in the handle brackets as shown in Figure 8. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher, To remove grass catcher, if rear discharge door on the mower. Lift grass catcher up and off the slots in the handle brackets.
KNOW YOUR MOWER Recoil Starter Grass Catcher... Cutting Height —— Adjustment Lever Side Discharge Cover Blade Control Cutting Height Adjustment Gas Cap Spark Plug / \ Mulch Cover J Figure 12 Blade Control Side Discharge Cover The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower, Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit, Release it to stop engine and blade.
OPERATION PA Be sure no one other than the aerator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower, Never run engine indoors or unenclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Neap hands, feet, hair and loose thinning away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower, To Start Engine 1 Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade contra handle against upper handle.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Ig Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls amid stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have coma to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service guidelines only. lies the Service Log column to keep track of completed maintenance tasks.
avatar Always stop engine, disconnect spark fig wire, and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine, GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Ways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, aerator must maintain the equipment as instructed here, Changing of engine-governed speed wil void engine warranty.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Blade (are PT When removing the cutting blade for sharpening of replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when necessary. Follow the steps below for blade service. 1 Disconnect spark plug hoot from spark plug.
OFF SEASON STORAGE Pry Td Never store lau mower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or gas appliance. Preparing The Engine For engines stored over 30 days: To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on carburetor parts, nin engine until it stops from lack of fuel or add a gasoline additive to the gas in the tank.
TROUBLESHOOTING PIL Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts fave come to a complete stop. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments of repairs. This section addresses minor service issues.
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