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Operator's Manual
21" LAWN MOWER
Model Nos. 247.39775*
* -- Last digit of model number varies
21" LAWN MOWER
Model Nos. 247.37815*
247.37833*
247.37860*
* -- Last digit of model number varies
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 2-5
Slope Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 7-9
Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Before using this equipment, read the
manual and follow all safety rules and
operating instructions.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Used under license
© Sears Brands, LLC
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CAUTION
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 11-14
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 15-17
Off-Season Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 19-20
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 21
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Operator’s Manual 21” LAWN MOWER Model Nos. 247.39775* * -- Last digit of model number varies 21” LAWN MOWER Model Nos. 247.37815* 247.37833* 247.37860* * -- Last digit of model number varies TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions ......Pages 2-5 Operation . -
Page 2: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, yourself and others. -
Page 3: Slope Guide
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CHILDREN • If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. - Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never store the machine or fuel container near an open flame, spark or pilot • According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average Useful appliances.
- Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER —...
- Page 6 SLOPE GAUGE...
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Page 7: Unpacking
ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain While stabilizing mower so it doesn’t move, pivot upper handle up as to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Operation section of the shown in Figure 2. - Page 8 ASSEMBLY Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly: IMPORTANT: To reduce wear and allow for proper operation, make sure to leave some slack in the upper portion of the cable(s). Pull upward on the handle until holes in lower handle (shown in Figure 3 deck cutaway) line up with holes in handle bracket.
- Page 9 ASSEMBLY Adjustments To remove grass catcher, lift rear discharge door on the mower. Lift grass catcher up and off the slots in the handle brackets. Release rear discharge door to allow it to Cutting Height - Single Lever (If Equipped) close rear opening of mower.
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Page 10: Adjustments
ADJUSTMENTS Cutting Height - Three Point (If Equipped) The rear wheel cutting height adjustment lever is located above the rear left wheel. See Figure 12A insert. Pull lever out and away from mower. Move lever forward or back for desired cutting height. Release lever towards mower deck. -
Page 11: Operation
OPERATION Speed Drive Control* Control* Drive Control* Drive Control* Speed Control* Drive Drive Control* Control* Blade Control Drive Control* Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever* Deck Wash* Cutting Height Adjustment Trail Shield Lever* (Not Shown) Side Discharge Cover Mulching Cover Cutting Height Cutting Height Adjustment Lever*... - Page 12 Both levers have to be at the same position to ensure a uniform cut. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the Assembly Section. Meets ANSI Safety Standards Craftsman Lawn Mowers conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
- Page 13 OPERATION Using Your Lawn Mower GAS AND OIL FILL-UP Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage IMPORTANT: Refer to the separate Engine Operator’s Manual for additional engine lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in information.
- Page 14 OPERATION Using as Mulcher For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher or side discharge chute from the mower. When you remove the grass catcher from the mower, the rear discharge door will close. When you remove the side discharge chute, the mulching cover will close.
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Page 15: Service And Maintenance
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service WARNING guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service, and stop the engine. - Page 16 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Engine Maintenance Push the mower to a level, clear location on your lawn, near enough for your garden hose to reach. Remove the grass bag if attached. Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your mower for a detailed description of all engine-related service specifications.
- Page 17 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Blade Care Place blade bell support on the blade. Align notches on the blade bell support with small holes in blade. WARNING Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque: 450 in-lb (min.), 600 in-lb (max.). When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect To ensure safe operation of your mower, periodically check the blade bolt for correct your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade.
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Page 18: Off-Season Storage
OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING Never store lawn 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 Preparing The Lawn Mower For engines stored over 30 days:... -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING 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 have come to a complete stop. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. - Page 20 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Mower will not mulch grass 1. Wet grass. 1. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut. 2. Excessively high grass. 2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting path.