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Safety Rules ......................................... 2-3
Warranty ............................................... 4-5
Product Spec i fi
ca tions ........................... 5
Assembly/Pre-Operation ......................... 6
Operation ............................................ 7-12
Maintenance Schedule .......................... 13
Maintenance ..................................... 13-16
Service and Adjustments ....................... 17
Storage ............................................. 18-19
Troubleshooting ................................ 20-21
Repair Parts ...................................... 22-29
Sears Service ..........................Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT:
This cutting machine is
capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
Look for this symbol to point out im-
por tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
WARNING:
In order to prevent ac-
ci den tal starting when setting up, trans-
port ing, ad just ing or making repairs,
always dis con nect spark plug wire and
place wire where it can not come in contact
with plug.
CAUTION:
Muffl er and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on
contact, stay away from these areas.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all in struc -
tions on the machine and in the manual(s)
before starting. Be thor ough ly familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the ma-
chine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis charge
opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the in struc tions, to oper-
ate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could
be picked up and thrown by blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop ma chine if anyone
enters the area.
• Do not operate the mower when bare foot
or wearing open sandals. Al ways wear
substantial foot wear.
• Do not pull mower backwards unless
absolutely nec es sary. Always look down
and behind before and while moving
backwards.
• Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material
against a wall or obstruction. Material
may richochet back toward the opera-
tor. Stop the blade when crossing gravel
surfaces.
• Do not operate the mower without proper
guards, plates, grass catcher or oth
er
safety protective devices in place.
• See manufacturer’s instructions for proper
operation and installation of accessories.
Only use accessories approved by the
manufacturer.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing grav el
drives, walks, or roads.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equip ment, before clean ing the
mower or unclogging the chute.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until
the blade comes to complete stop before
removing grass catcher.
• Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while under
the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass. Al-
ways be sure of your footing: keep a fi rm
hold on the handle; walk, never run.
• Disengage the self-propelled mech a nism
or drive clutch on mowers so equipped
before starting the engine.
• If the equipment should start to vi brate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safe
ty
glasses with side shields when op er at ing
mower.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip & fall
accidents which can result in severe injury.
All slopes require extra caution. If you feel
uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
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MODEL NUMBER GCV160-LABHH
HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE
CAMSHAFT PULLEY
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
1 14320-ZL8-010 Pulley, Camshaft
2 14324-ZL8-000 Shaft, Cam Pulley
3 14400-Z0J-014 Belt, Timing
(84HU7
G-200)
6 14461-ZL8-000 Shaft, Rocker Arm
11 90112-333-000 Screw, Tappet Adjusting
12 90206-001-000 Nut, Tappet Adjusting
13 91301-ZM0-V31 O-Ring (6.8 x 1.9) (ARAI)
15 14431-Z0J-000 Rocker Arm, Intake Valve
16 14441-Z0J-000 Rocker Arm,
Exhaust
Valve
OIL PAN
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
1 11300-ZM0-811 Pan Assembly, Oil
2 15650-ZM0-801 Gauge Assembly,
Oil
Level
4 15625-ZE6-000 Gasket, Oil Filler Cap
5 15631-ZM0-000 Extension, Oil Filler
6 15639-ZM0-000 Lock Washer, Extension
8 16508-ZM0-010 Shaft, Governor Holder
9 16510-ZM0-010 Governor Assembly
10 16511-ZL8-000 Weight, Governor
11 16512-ZM0-000 Holder, Governor Weight
12 16513-ZE1-000 Pin, Governor Weight
13 16531-ZE1-000 Slider, Governor
14 16541-ZM0-000 Shaft, Governor Arm
15 90014-952-000 Bolt, Flange (#6 x 14)
(CT200)
16 90121-952-000 Bolt, Flange (#6 x 25)
(CT200)
17 90451-ZE1-000 Washer, Thrust (6 mm)
18 90602-ZE1-000 Clip, Governor Holder
19 91202-ZL8-003 Oil Seal (28 x 41.25 x 6)
20 91356-MA6-005 O-Ring (14.8 x 2.4) (NOK)
21 94101-068000
Washer, Plain (6 mm)
22 94251-08000
Pin, Lock (8 mm)
23 94301-08200
Pin, Dowel (#8 x 20)
PISTON / CONNECTING ROD
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
1 13101-Z2A-010 Piston
2 13111-ZE0-000 Pin, Piston
3 13200-Z0J-000 Connecting Rod Assembly
4 90001-ZE1-000 Bolt, Connecting Rod
5 90551-ZE0-000 Clip, Piston Pin (13 mm)
6 13010-Z0L-014 Ring Set, Piston, Standard
(Teikoku)
LABELS
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
9 87528-Z0L-V20 Mark, Choke Indication
20 87114-ZH7-821 Label, Warning
30 87101-Z8B-000 Mark, Emblem (GCV160)
31 87169-Z8E-000 Mark, Recoil Cover
32 87524-Z8B-000 Mark, Caution,
Fuel
Petcock
CHOKE BASE
KEY PART
NO. NO.
DESCRIPTION
2 16592-Z2D-800 Spring, Return
5 16614-Z2D-800 Spring, Choke Lever
8 16632-Z0L-801 Rod, Stop
9 90022-888-010 Bolt, Flange (#6 x 20)
(CT200)
14 16610-Z2D-801 Lever Assembly, Choke
16610-Z2D-802 Lever
Assembly,
Choke
