Craftsman 247.388250 manual

Owner's Manual 19" Mulching/Rear Discharge PUSH LAWN MOWER Model No. 247.388250 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Service • Maintenance • Espafiol Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our Sear[...]

Content Page Warranty Information ................................... 2 Safe OpePptibn Practices ................ i.._ ......... 3 Slope Gauge ..................... i.......................... 6 Assembly ..................................................... 7 Operation ..................................................... 9 Maintenance ............[...]

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the per- sonal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your lawn mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol--hee[...]

wall or obstruction first look down and behind, and then follow these steps: a. Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms. b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing. c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way toward you. d. Repeat these steps as needed. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or dru[...]

Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources ofignition. Never refuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an o[...]

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Removing Unit From Carton Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. • Remove owner's manual from the carton. Remove any loose parts, if included with unit. See Figure 1. _ 1. Remove manual & loose parts 2. Roll unit out Figure I • Cut along dotted lines and lay carton dow[...]

• Lift the chute door on the mower. Remove the • mulching plug as shown in Figure 6. Secure with wing nut. Repeat on other side. Raise the upper handle in the direction B shown in Figure 4. Tighten the wing nuts which are already on the handle. Route the control cable to the inside of the lower handle. Attach control cable to the lower handle w[...]

Know Your Lawn Mower Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 8 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ,_ WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objec[...]

Stopping Engine Release blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade. Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting. WARNING: Before using your lawn mower, again refer to the safety rules on pages 3-5 of this manual. Always be careful. Gas And Oil Fill-Up Engine Oil Only use high quality detergent oil rated with [...]

Using Your Lawn Mower Your mower is designed to operate as a mulching or a rear bagger unit. • For converting from a mulcher to a rear bagger unit, refer to instructions on page 8 of this manual. Do not operate mower without the mulching cover or the grass catcher properly installed and tightly secured. • Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, s[...]

General Recommendations Always 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 the warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed in this manual. • Changing of engine governed speed wil[...]

Engine Oil Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. Refer to page 10 of this manual for viscosity chart. • Stop engine and wait several minutes before checking oil level. With engine on level ground, the oil must [...]

Blade Care Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when necessary. WARNING: When inspecting the cutting blade, protect hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to post on engine. Turn mower on its side, making sure that the[...]

Servicing Blade To Remove Blade Remove the bolt, and the blade bell support. which holds the blade and adapter to the engine crankshaft. See Figure 14. Remove the blade and the adapter from the crankshaft. To Replace Blade: Before reinstalling the blade and the blade adapter to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the [...]

Engine Speed ,_ WARNING: Overspeeding engine above the factory setting can be dangerous, Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. Changing of engine governed speed will void engine warranty. • if you believe the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to the nearest Sears service center. Ad[...]

Prepare your lawn mower forstorage atthe end ofthe season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Store the mower in a clean, dry area. Mower • Clean the mower thorougly. Inspect and replace/sharpen blade, if required. • Lubricate mower following the lubrication chart on page 14 of this manual. You can fold your mower's handle[...]

• Replace spark plug; do not connect spark plug wire. Change oil • Change oil if it has not been changed in the last three months. Clean engine • Clean engine and remove all grass clippings, dirt, and chaff from the exterior of the engine, Remove any dirt or debris that may have accumulated on the cooling fins, intake screen levers, and linka[...]

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic 1. Blade control handle disengaged 2. Spark plug wire disconnected 3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 4. Blocked fuel line 5. Faulty spark plug 1. Spark plug wire loose 2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 3. Vent in gas cap plugged 4. Water or dirt in fuel system 5. Di[...]

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250 18 56 10 11 13 4O 81 /" 31 59 39 84 57 23 22 58 41 6O 46 _ 67 51 I I I I I I I 34 33 71 2O[...]

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P, LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 26 Part No. Description 747-0824 710-1205 720-0279 710-1174 710-0654A 720-0276 710-1270 712-0397 712-0324 710-0703 749-0538C- 0637 749-0928-0637 726-0240 710-0435 746-0737 747-0995A 664-0092 714-0104 732-0809 782-7599A 746-0883 Control[...]

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FOR CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P, LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250 0--370K 400 135 130 120 182 185 178 9O0 _261 3700 119 125 / 275. 298 ,285 46 300 "310 "3O5 241 < 245 /_ 250 238 22[...]

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FOR CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250 Key No. Part No. 1 37280 2 26727 6 33734 7 36557 12 36775 12A 36558 12B 36694 14 28277 15 30589 16 34839A 17 31335 18 651018 19 36281 20 32600 30 36797 40 35544A 40 35545A 40 35546 41 35541 41 35542 41 35543 42 42 42 43 45 46 48 5O 52 69 70 72 75 8O 81 82 83 86 89 9O[...]

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FOR CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P, LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250 Carburetor No. 640173 25J 44 "( 40-( I I I 3O Key NO. 1 631615 2 631767 4 631184 5 631183 6 631616 7 650506 16 631807 25 631700 27 631024 28 632019 29 631028 3O 631O21 31 35 4O 44 48 60 Part No. Description Qty Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631022 632047A [...]

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FOR CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250 Recoil Starter 590694 12 / 13 O ",--- 2 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 ,12 13 Part No. 590694 590599A 590600 590696 590601 590697 590698 590699 590700 590695 590535 590701 Description Recoil Starter Spring Pin Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spri[...]

In U.S.A. or Canada for in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME s" (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicillio -- 1-800-676-5811 Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces _ 1-800-469-4663 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 a.m. -- 11 p.m. CST, 7 days a week[...]