Craftsman 247.388250 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual19" Mulching/Rear DischargePUSH LAWN MOWERModel No.247.388250CAUTION: Beforeusing this product,read this manual andfollow all

Stopping EngineRelease blade control handle to stop theengine and the blade.Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire toprevent accidental starting.WA

Using Your Lawn MowerYour mower is designed to operate as a mulching or arear bagger unit.• For converting from a mulcher to a rear baggerunit, refer

General RecommendationsAlways observe safety rules when performingany maintenance.• The warrantyon this lawn mower does not coveritems that have been

Engine OilOnly use high quality detergent oil rated withAPI service classification SF, SG or SH. Selectthe oil's viscosity grade according to you

Blade CarePeriodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks,especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace whennecessary.WARNING: When inspectingt

Servicing BladeTo Remove BladeRemove the bolt, and the blade bell support.which holds the blade and adapter to the enginecrankshaft. See Figure 14.Rem

Engine Speed,_ WARNING: Overspeeding engine abovethe factory setting can be dangerous, Do notattempt to increase engine speed or it mayresult in perso

Prepareyourlawnmowerforstorageattheendoftheseasonoriftheunitwill notbeusedfor 30daysormore.Storethemowerina clean, dry area.Mower• Clean the mower tho

• Replacesparkplug;donotconnectsparkplugwire.Change oil• Change oil if it has not been changed in the lastthree months.Clean engine• Clean engine and

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTIONEngine fails to startEngine runs erratic1. Blade control handle disengaged2. Spark plug wire disconnected3. Fu

Content PageWarranty Information ... 2Safe OpePptibnPractices... i.._... 3Slope Gauge ...

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.3882501856 10\11134O81\ /" 3159398457232258416O46 _67\51\IIIIIII3433712O

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P, LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250KeyNo.12345678910111314151618192021222326Part No. Description747-0824710-1205720-0279710-1174710-0

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FORCRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P, LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.3882500--370K4001351301201821851789O0_2613700119125/275.298,28546300"3

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FORCRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250Key No. Part No.1 372802 267276 337347 3655712 3677512A 3655812B 3669

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FORCRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P, LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250Carburetor No. 64017325J 44 "(40-(III3OKeyNO.1 6316152 6317674 6

CRAFTSMAN ENGINE NO. 143.994002 FORCRAFTSMAN 4.0 H.P. LAWN MOWER MODEL 247.388250Recoil Starter 59069412/13O ",--- 2Key No.1234567811,1213Part No

In U.S.A. or Canadafor in-home major brand repair service:Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week1-800-4-MY-HOME s" (1-800-469-4663)Para pedir servici

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the per-sonal safety and/or property of yourself and other

wall or obstruction first look down and behind, andthen follow these steps:a. Step back from the mower to fully extend yourarms.b. Be sure you are wel

Replacegasolinecapsecurelyandwipeoffanyspilledgasolinebeforestartingtheengineasitmaycauseafireorexplosion.Extinguishallcigarettes,cigars,pipesandother

i _ SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREEzL '_. i '91 A POWER POLE"_ _" i _ i _ A CORNER OF A BUILDING'_ _ _. ! OR A

Removing Unit From CartonRemove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cuttape at carton end and peel along top flap toopen carton.• Remove owner's

• 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 i

Know Your Lawn MowerRead this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrationsin Figure8 with your law