Sears SEARS 987.889 Manuel utilisateur

I , r_ --.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

987.889000

,_ Caution:

Read and Follow

All Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment,

CRAFTSMAN°

8 HORSEPOWER

33-INCH MOWER

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

•Service and Adjustments

•Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60179 U.S.A.

.FORM 1905122 (3/98)

SAFETY RULES

A AUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT

CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SET-

TING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS,

IMPORTANT

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

This curing machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and tl_rowing objects. Fail-

ura to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from this product

containschemicalsknownto the State of

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,or

otherreproductiveharm.

I. GENERALOPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructionson the

machine and in the manuals. Be thoroughly familiar

with the controls and the proper use of the mower

before starting.

2. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotatingparts.

Keep clear of the mower blade and discharge open-

ing at all times.

3.' Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar

with the instructions, to operate the mower.

4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, _oys, wire,

bones, sticks, etc., which could be picked up and

thrown by the blade.

5. Be sure the area is clear of other people before

mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.

Keep bystanders at least 25 feet away from the area

of operation.

Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing

open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.

Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely nec-

essary. Look down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

10.

11.

Do not operate the mower without proper guards,

plates, grass catcher or other safety protective de-

vices in place.

Refer to provided instructionsfor proper operation

and installation of accessories. Only use acces-

sories approved by Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks,

or roads.

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug whenever you leave the unit, be-

fore cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute.

12. Shut the engine off, wait until the blade comes to a

complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire

before installing or removing the mulcher cover or

the optional grass catcher. Make certain that the

grass catcher is securely attached before operating

the mower. Empty the grass catcher after each use-

decomposing debris could generate enough heat to

catch fire.

13. Mow in daylight or good artificial light.

14. Do not operate the mower while under the influence

of alcohol or drugs.

15. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of

your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk;

never run.

16. Disengage the Wheel Drive Lever on self-propelled

models before starting the engine.

17. Ifthe unitshould start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Then

check immediately for the cause. Vibration is gener-

ally a warning of trouble.

,_ LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. I

IT MEANS- ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!I! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. I

SAFETY RULES

18. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with

side shields when operating mower.

19. Watch for traffic when operating near, or when cross-

ing roadways.

20. Never attempt to carry children or other passengers

on the mower. They could fail off and be seriously in-

jured, or they could interfere with the safe operation

of the mower.

21. Check the operation of the Operator Presence Con-

trol before each use. See the Customer Responsibili-

ties Section of this manual for instructions. Ifthe

mower blades rotate longer than three seconds after

the Operator Presence Control is released, the sys-

tem is not working properly. Immediately contact

your local Sears Service Center/Department for in-

structions. Do not use the mower until the mecha-

nism is repaired.

22. The mower is equipped with a safety discharge

chute, comes with a special mulcher cover and offers

an optional grass catcher. The safety discharge

chute must be working properly at all times. Never

attempt to disconnect or otherwise cause this dis-

charge chute to cease working. If used, mulcher

cover or grass catcher attachment must be installed

properly and function correctly. Do not use your

equipment otherwise.

23. Never runthe engine in an enclosed area. Engine ex-

haust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas that is

ododess, colodess, and tasteless. Always runthe en-

gine outdoors and make sure there is adequate

ventilation.

II. SLOPEOPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall acci-

dents which can result in severe injury. All slopes

require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope,

do not mow it.

DO:

Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.

Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on

slopes. Avoid slopes greater than 15o.

Remove objects such as recks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide

obstacles.

DO NOT:

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The operator could loose footing or balance.

Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could

cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert

to the presence of children. Children are often at-

tracted to the mower and to the mowing activity.

Never assume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of a responsible adult.

2. Be alert and turn mower off ifchildren enter the area.

3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind

and down for small children.

4. Never allow children to operate the mower.

5. Use extra care when approaching blind comers,

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure

vision.

IV.SERVICE

Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are flammable and their vapors are explosive.

a) Use only an approved container.

b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel when the en-

gine is-running.Allow engine to cool before refu-

eling. Do not smoke.

c) Never refuel the machine indoors.

d) Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, such as a water

heater, etc.

e) Move mower away from any gasoline fumes be-

fore starting the engine.

Never run an engine inside a closed area.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine

running. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep

the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental

starting.

Keep all nuts and bolts, especially the blade attach-

ment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condi-

tion.

Never tamper with safety device s. Check theiropera-

tion regulady.

SAFETY RULES

6. Keep mower free of grass, leaves or other debds

build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to

cool before storing.

7. After stdking an object, stop the engine and discon-

nect the spark plug wire. Inspect the mower and re-

pair, if necessary, before restarting.

8. Never attempt to mal_emower cutting height adjust-

ments while the engine is running.

9. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-

age and deterioration, which could expose moving

parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check

components and replace with Sears recommended

parts, when necessary.

10. Mower blades are sha_rpand can cut. Wrap the blade

or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing

them.

11. Do not change the engine govemor setting or over-

speed the engine.

12. Do not touch engine parts which may be hot from

operation. Allow parts to cool completely before in-

specting, cleaning or repairingthe mower.

13. To access the underside of the mower, tip the mower

rearward. Do not tip the mower forward or on either

of itssides, unless specificallyadvised to do so in

this manual.

14. Maintain or replace safety and instructional decals.

Refer to the Repair Parts Section for replacement

decal information.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of aCraftsman

33-Inch Mower. It has been designed, engineered and

manufactured to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service

Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

machine.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructionswill

help you assemble and maintain your machine properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 8 HP

DISPLACEMENT: 19.43 CU. IN.

FUEL CAPACITY: 3 Quarts

SPARK PLUG (GAP .030-in.): Champion RJ-17LM

or equivalent

IGNITION "Electronic

NET ENGINE WEIGHT 57 LBS.

*InCanada,replacesparkplugwitharesistorplug.

MODEL NUMBER: 987.889000

SERIAL

NUMBER:

DATE OF

PURCHASE:.

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL LOCATED RIGHT SIDE OF

THE MOWER DECK.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH THE SERIAL NUM-

BER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A

SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

ASears maintenance agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

WARNING: This machine is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near

any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unlessthe engine's exhaust system

is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable lo-

cal or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working order by the

operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. This engine is not equipped with a

spark arrestor for the muffler. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest Sears autho-

rized service center. See the REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

DRead and observe the safety rules.

OFollow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and usingthis product.

OFollowthe instructionsunder "CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES" and "STORAGE" sections of

this manual.

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN® POWER MOWER

Fortwo yearsfrom dateof purchase,whenthis Craftsman® LawnMowerismaintained,lubricated,andtuned up accordingto the

operatingand maintenanceinstructions in the owner's manual,Searswill repairfree of chargeanydefectin material or workmanship.

If this Craftsman® LawnMower is usedfor commercialor rentalpurposes,this warrantyappliesfor only 90 days from thedate of

purchase.

THISWARRANTYDOESNOTCOVER:

•Expendableitemswhichbecome worn during normaluse,such asrotary mowerblades,bladeadanters,belts,air cleanersand

•Repairs necessary becauseof ooeratorabuseor negligence,includingbentcrankshaftsandthefailureto maintaintheeouiDment

according to the instructionscontainedin the owner's manual.

WARRANTYSERVICEISAVAILABLEBYRETURNINGTHE'CRAFTSMAN®MOWERTOTHENEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTER]DE-

PARTMENTINTHE UNITEDSTATES.THISWARRANTYAPPLIESONLYWHILETHISPRODUCTIS INUSEIN THEUNITEDSTATES.

This warrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,andyou may also haveotherrightswhichvaryfrom stateto state.

Oneyearwarranty on the following: #38700, #38607, #38712, #38720, #38721, #38725

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ................................................... 2

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................. 5, 23

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 5

WARRANTY .......................................................... 5

-ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ................ 7

ASSEMBLY ........................................................... 8

OPERATION ....................................................... 13

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................. 5, 23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................ 26

STORAGE ........................................................... 34

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 35

DECALS ................... ,.................... ;..................... 36

REPAIR PARTS -MOWER ................................. 37

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ................................. 46

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ........... Back Cover

INDEX

Accessories and Attachments .... 7

Adjustments:

Height of Cut .............. 15

Air Cleaner .................. 25

Assembly .................... 8

Blade:

Replacement ............. 32

Sharpening ................ 32

Blade Drive Control ........... 14

Carburetor .................. 26

Controls:

Blade Drive Control ......... 14

Cutting Height Lever ......... 15

Engine Throttle Control....... 16

Gear Select Lever........... 14

Operator Presence Control.... 13

Wheel Drive Control ......... 15

Customer Responsibilities:

Air Filter .................. 25

Blade Care/Replacement ..... 32

Engine ................. 24-25

Lubrication ................ 23

Spark Plug ................ 26

Decals ..................... 36

Engine:

Air Filter .................. 25

Cleaning ................. 24

Oil ...................... 24

Operation ................. 13

Recoil Start Rope .......... 16

Spark Plug ................ 26

Storage .................. 34

Features/Controls ............ 13

Fuel Storage ............. 17, 34

Fuel Type ................... 17

Gear Select Lever ............ 14

Handlebar:

Assembly .................. 9

Lubrication:

Engine ................ 17, 23

Mower ................... 23

Maintenance:

Agreement .................. 5

Schedule ................. 23

Mowing Tips ................. 21

Mulching Cover ........... 15, 18

Off-Season Storage ........... 34

Oil ................... 17,23

Operation ................... 13

Operator Presence Control ..... 13

Op_ons ..................... 7

Parts List ................ 21-27

Product Specifications .......... 4

Recoil Start Rope ............ 16

Repair Parts ................. 37

Responsibilities, Customer ...5, 23

Safety Decals ............... 36

Safety Rules ................. 2

Service and Adjustments ....... 26

Spark Plug .................. 26

Specifications ................ 5

Starting/Stopping Engine ....... 19

Storage. ................... 34

Troubleshooting .............. 35

Unpacking ................... 8

Warranty .................... 5

Wheel Drive Control .......... 15

OPERATOR'S POSITION

All references in this Manual

to LEFT and RIGHT sides of

the mower are given from the

operator's position behind the

handlebars (unless specified

: otherwise).

ACCESSORIES AND AI IACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available when the mower was purchased. They are also available at most

Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide

the model number of your unit.

ENGINE

Spark Plug

JGasCan FuelStabilizer Motor Oil

MOWER

GrassCatcher Belt Blade

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag Contents

Flat Washer,

5/16"

Qty:4

CotterPin,

3/32" x 5/8"

Oty:6

HexFlangeLockScrew,

5/16"-18 x 3/4"

. Qty:2

HexFlangeLockScrew,

1/4"-20 x 1/2"

Qty:2

HexFlange LockNut,

1/4-20"

Qty:2

Oil DrainTube(shownreducedsize)

Qty:1

ShiftLink- GearSelectLever

(shownreducedsize)

Qty:1 PlasticCableTie

(shownreducedsize)

Qty:1 Shift RodMountingPlate

(shownreducedsize)

Qty:1

ASSEMBLY

Read these instructionsin their en-

tirety before you attempt to assem-

ble or operate your new equipment.

Your new equipment has been as-

sembled at the factory with the ex-

ception of those parts left unassem-

bled for shippingpurposes. To en-

sure safe and proper operation of

your machine, all parts and hard-

ware you install or adjust must be

tightened according to the assem-

bly instructions. Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper

tightness..

ToolsNeededForAssembly:

•(1) 7/16" Wrench

•(1) 3/8" Wrench

•(2) 1/2" Wrenches

•(1) Needle-nose Pliers

•(1) Wire Cutter Pliers

•(1) Tire.Gauge

•(1) Scissors or Pen Knife

UNPACKING

INSTRUCTIONS

•Inspect your machine immediate-

ly. Be sure neither the carton nor

contents have been damaged. If

you find or have reason to sus-

pect damage, contact your near-

est Sears Service Center/Depart-

ment for assistance.

• Cut plastic banding with scissors.

Open box flaps and remove any

packing material from around the

machine. Remove any staples

securing bottom of carton to wood

pallet. Lift off carton. Cut metal

straps secudng unitto base.

Leave unit on base of pallet dur-

ing assembly steps (to safely re-

move unitfrom base, wait until

you have completed assembly

steps 1-2). Before disposing of

the carton or any of the packing

materials, be sure to check them

thoroughly for any small parts.

• Cut plastic tie straps holding three

long control rods to handlebars.

Also remove any packaging

around the handlebars.

•Perform the assembly on aclean,

level surface. Ifyou need to

move the machine, be careful not

to severely bend any of the con-

trol cables on the equipment.

ASSEMBLYSTEPS

Before starting any assembly

steps, disconnect the engine

spark plug wire from the spark

plug.

STEP1: AttachHandlebars

• If applicable, cutand remove any

plastic ties holdingwheel drive rod

(F, Figure 2-5) to left handlebar and

blade ddve rod (C, Figure 2-5) to

right handlebar. Put rods aside.

•Handlebars (A, Figure 2-2) are

shippedpartially assembled with two

screws (Y,Figure2-2) loosely in-

stalled. It may be necessary to

loosen screws (Y) further to allow the

handlebars to clear the engine air

cleaner.

• Rotate handlebars over engine

and position as shown in Figure 2-2.

Be carefulthat the handlebars clear

the unitwhile unfolding. Also, put

end of control rod (E, Figures 2-3

and 2-5) intocut-out (W, Figures

2-2 and 2-3) in back offrame while

rotatinghandlebars into position.

• Install two 5/16"-18 x 3/4" hex

flange screws (B, Figure 2-2).

• Tighten all four screws (B and Y).

•Secure the engine throttle cable

tothe left handlebar with a cable tie

from the hardware bag. Clip off any

excess tie length.

, B Y ,

Figure 2-2: Attach handlebars.

ASSEMBLY

STEP2: AttachControlRods

WARNING

The controlrodsare adjusted

at the factory and should not

require additional adjustment

during assembly. After as-

sembling unit, controlrodad-

justment should be checked

(and re-adjusted, if neces-

sary) accordingto information

in "Customer Responsibili-

ties" Section. Severe person-

a] injury or property

damage could result from

not following this

instruction.

A. AttachWheel DriveControl

Rod

•Locate the wheel drive control

rod (F, Figures 2-3 & 2-5) that you

removed from the left handlebar in

Step 1. This rod has a swivel block

(H, Figure 2-3) on one end.

•At left side of engine frame,

insert swivel block (H, Figures 2-3

& 2-5) on wheel drive control rod

intowheel drive control arm (U,

Figure 2-3).

• Add one 5/16" washer (A, Figure

2-3). Secure with cotter pin (B,

Figure 2-3). Bend ends of cotter

pin to secure.

•At upper end of control rod,

secure angled end to Wheel Drive

Control lever (V, Figure 2-4), using

a cotter pin (BB). Bend ends of

cotter pin to secure.

Figure 2-4: Attach wheel drive con-

trolrod to lever.

Figure2-3: Left-hand control rods detail.

B. AttachOperatorPresence

ControlRod:

• Locate control rod (E, Figures.

2-3 & 2-5) attached at upper end

to Operator Presence Control (W,

Figure 2-5).

• At bottom of control rod, insert

swivel block (G, Figures 2-3 &

2-5) into control arm (T, Figure

2-3).

•Add one 5/16" washer and se-

cure with cotter pin. Bend ends of

cotter pinto secure.

C.AttachBladeDriveControl

Rod:

•Locate the blade drive control

rod (C, Figure 2-5) that you re-

moved in Step 1. Insert one end of

control red intoblade drive bracket

(D, Figure 2-5). Add one 5/16"

washer and secure with cotter pin

(CC). Bend ends ofcotter pin to

secure.

• Insert upper end of rod intobot-

tom end of Blade Drive Control

lever (J). Add one 5/16" washer

and secure with cotter pin (AA).

Bend ends of cotter pinto secure.

D. AttachandAdjustGear Select

Lever:

•To remove unit from shipping

crate, hold down Operator Pres-

ence Control lever (W, Figure 2-5)

which releases the wheel brake.

• Using the edge of a piece of flat

wood (such as a ruler), remove

the vinyl grip (B, Figure 2-6) from

the gear select lever (I). Place the

wood edge against the edge of the

grip and slowly pull off the grip.

•Insert nylon bushing (Z, Figure

2-6) up into console (L).

• Slide spring and washers (J)

down onto gear select lever.

• Insert gear select lever (I) up

through nylon bushing (Z) in han-

dlebar console (L, Figure 2-6).

Guide pin (K) on gear select lever

intogroove in shift quadrant (EE).

•Hold lower part of gear select

lever (I) against bracket (M, Figure

2-7). Position retaining plate (N)

from parts bag in place as shown

in Figure 2-7 (plate below brack-

et). Secure plate with two 1/4"-20

x 1/2" long screws (O) and 1/4"-20

Iocknuts.

• Slide grip (B, Figure 2-6) back

onto upper end of gear select

lever (I).

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