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Operator's Manual
20" LAWN MOWER
Model No. 154.37297
CAUTION: Before using this
product, read this manual and
follow all safety rules and operating
instructions.
Transform SR Brands Management, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
®
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
• ESPAÑOL
(October 30, 2019)

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ® 20” LAWN MOWER Model No. 154.37297 • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Before using this • PARTS LIST product, read this manual and • ESPAÑOL follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Transform SR Brands Management, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operation ..........Pages 10-11 WARRANTY STATEMENT CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the date of sale this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. WITH PROOF OF SALE return a defective product to the retailer from which it was purchased for free repair. If the product cannot be repaired it will be replaced free of charge.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read in this manual.

  • Page 4: Slope Guide

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SERVICE • Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running. Safe Handling of Gasoline • Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the manufacturer as To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. listed in the Parts pages of this Operator’s Manual.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SERVICE DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering with carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds.
  • Page 6 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. Symbols on the product WARNING: This product can be dangerous and cause Use approved hearing protection.
  • Page 7 15° Slope 15° Slope (OK) (TOO STEEP) Figure 1 Figure 2 USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2.

  • Page 8: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Make sure to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Engine Manual before starting or running the machine. OPENING CARTON 1. Cut each corner of the carton vertically from top to bottom. 2.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY ATTACHING SIDE DISCHARGE COVER Use the supplied nuts, bolts, and user-supplied 10 mm wrench to assemble the side discharge chute to the mower deck (Figure 5). Torque: 1.1–1.3 ft-lb (1.5–1.8 Nm) CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The cutting height can be adjusted to 3 different positions. Cutting Height •...

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION Blade Control Recoil Starter Primer Side Discharge Chute Figure 7 BLADE CONTROL The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and hold it against the upper handle to start the mower. Release to stop the engine and blade. WARNING This blade control is a safety device.
  • Page 11 OPERATION WARNING Make sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower.

  • Page 12: Service And Maintenance

    • SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE • WARNING Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete maintenance tasks.
  • Page 13 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE WARNING Blade When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your Adapter hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object.

  • Page 14: 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 For engines stored over 30 days: •...

  • Page 15: 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 16 (This page applicable in the U.S.A. and Canada only.) Transform SR Brands Management LLC (Sears), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO CERTIFIED ENGINES PURCHASED AND USED ELSEWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES (AND AFTER JANUARY 1, PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995 AND THEREAFTER, WHICH ARE USED IN...

  • Page 17: Español

    To order replacement parts or schedule repair service Para ordenar piezas o pedir servicio de reparación 1-888-331-4569...

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