Question posted by andy197 on May 8th, 2010

I'm Trying To Assemble A Sears Craftsman 21' Lawn Mower, Model #247-38909.

I'm trying to attach the starter rope.  The manual says that I should hold the blade control against the upper handle and pull the starter rope to the rope guide.  While holding the blade control as described, I can only pull the starter rope a few inches before it gets stuck.  I'm afraid that if I pull too hard, I might break the rope. 

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Answer #1: Posted by dougc315 on June 3rd, 2010 5:49 AM
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You have to loosen up the bolts on the handle and pull to make it longer until you can see another hole to put the bolt back in. The reason why its stuck is because the blade is hitting the pole of the handle underneath the mower.

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