Sears OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 328.395900 [RRFTSMRN° 3.75 HP 20" 7-Blade Power CAUTION: Read SAFETY RULES and INSTRUCTIONS carefully Propelled Reel Mower • Assembly • Operating • Maintenance • Service & Adjustments • Repair Parts • Safety Rules I SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.
Safety CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT _ Rules SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN _1_ _ti SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING ORMAKING REPAIRS TOYOUR MOWER. Always use care when operating the POWER REEL MOWER. Keep clear of moving parts. Do not work on POWER ] REEL MOWER with engine running. Avoid striking or running into solid objects or debris in the area to be worked. Read and observe the Operation Precautions.
CONGRATULATIONS designed, engineered on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Lawn Mower. It has been and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience Center/Department. any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your mower properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULE ......................... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .............. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ........... 2 3 3 WARRANTY ........................... TABLE OF CONTENTS ................... INDEX ................................ MOWER ACCESSORIES .................. 3 4 4 4 ASSEMBLY OPERATION ........................ MAINTENANCE ........................ SERVICE & ADJUSTMENT ............... STORAGE ............................ TROUBLE SHOOTING ...................
Assembly TOOLS REQUIRED: 7/16" Wrench, Pliers, Screwdriver NOTE: Reference to left or right side of the mower is from operator's position at the handle, facing forward. The lawn mower is fully assembled except for the handle throttle control, drive control rod and clutch control rod. Everything is packed and shipped in one container. ASSEMBLY: 1. CARTON REMOVAL Cut the back panel, lay down pull mower backwards. 2. PARTS ID 3.
Assembly FIGURE 4: Installthe Wheel DriveControl rodon top and insert cotter pin.Then, open its bottom to securely fastenit. FIGURE 7: Putthe Pentend of the rod through the hole of the drive dutch lever. INSTALLING THRO'I-rLE CONTROL. 1. One end of the throttle control is factory installed to the carburetor.The other end needs to be installed in the upper handle, 2.
Assembly THROTFLE CONTROL ASSEMBLY: 1. See F_g.9:When the knob isthroughthe handle panel, straighten the thro_e cableso the throttle controlbody can be pushed through the panel slot• SIDE VIEW 6. See Fig. 11: Une the complete knob and control body unit ,,V_ the panel slot. Use both handsend push thecontrolbody unit intothe panelslot untilit locks in place. FUELAND OIL NOTE:Engineis shippedWITHOUT oil Use a high quality detergent oil classified "for serviceSF,SE, SD or SC".30 or 10W-30wt.
Operation KNOW YOUR MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your Mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE MANUAL DRIVE LEVER / REEL & DRIVE (Deadman Type) CLUTCH CONTROL ADJUSTMENT AIR CLEANER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER / DIVERTER FINS FOR EVEN GRASS LOADING IN CATCHER REEL // Model No.
Operation HOW TO USE YOUR MOWER THROTTLE CONTROL: The engine speed is controlled by the throtlfe lever located at the top of the handle.The leveralso controls starting and stopping. DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER: This lever is located on the left side of the mower and when raised, engages the clutch which driws the reel. For safety, when the lever is released, the real and mower stops immediately MANUAL DRIVE LEVER: The drive lever is located on the dght side of the handle.
Maintenance GENERAL RECOMMENDATION 1. The spark plug and air filter should be rep_ced once a year. This wilt assure better engine performance and longer engine life. 2. Check all fasteners and be sure they are tight. 3. Follow all maintenance instructions lis-l_d on the following pages an the sem_e schedule. LUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG I SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS SERVICE FIRST 5 HOURS RECORD EVERY 25 HOURS CHECK & ADJUST LUBRICATE E':E_Y l{:!:_s.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK OPERATION OF CHOKE CONTROLS: Move speed control lever to "choke" position. The carburetor choke should be dosed. WAS_n 7. IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING TH RO]q'LE STOP SCREW BELL CRANK 4_ CASING U t '_ THROTTLE NEEDLE VALVE CARBURETOR FIGURE 18 CHOKE TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROLS: Place speed control lever on equipment in "FAST' (high speed) position. Loosen control casing clamp screw (B) on control plate.
STORAGE MOWER: • Do not use water. IMPORTANT:. IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE • Oil all chains and wipe off excess oil with a rag. CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL • Clean all debris off mower and engine with a rag or brush. BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Engine fails to start. 2. 3. Hard starting Operation or loss of power. erratic. 4. Occasional skip (hesitates) at high speed. 5. Idles poorly. 6. Engine A Check fuel tank for gas. B Spark plug lead wire disconnected. C Throttle D Check spark plug. E Carburetor improperly adjusted. Engine flooded. Remove spark plug, dry the plug, crank engine with plug removed, and throttle in off position.
Front Throw Reel Mower Repair Parts n Model No. 328-395900 127 124 9 3 5 9 125 / 128 \ 6 122 \ 1 14 12 2O / 11 28 11 '49 56 \47 57 44 42 41 38\ I ® 8 84 82 111 90 88 110 115 € 94 115 91 97 114 113 121 119 120 116 lOO 118 119 14
Front Throw Reel Mower Repair Parts -- Model No. 328-395900 REF. PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Orderpartsfrom Searsby Specifying Model& PartNo. 1 1001-A Handle 2 7015-A Shoulder Boltfor Handle 3 1003 Handle Grips (2 req.) 4 1004 Drive ControlLever 5 1005-D ClutchControlLever 7 1007 PlasticWasher (2 req.) L& R 8 1008 "LockNuts 7/16" - 14 (2 req.
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CRRFTSHRN ® 3.75 HP 20" 7-Blade Power Propelled Reel Each Lawn Mower has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the mower housing. OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 328-395900 The model number for the engine will be found on the Blower Housing of the engine adjacent to the spark plug. All parts listed herein may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Centers and most retail stores.
