Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): diaphram, sears craftsman lawnmower, hp motor

Question
john,i have a sears craftsman lawnmower and need to know how to replace the diaphram.it is a 4.5 hp motor.model#917.388222,ser.#100300m-068241.i dont what kind.could you please help?thank you.

Answer
Hello Danny:

The Carburetor on your Engine Does Not have a Diaphragm. It is a Bowl Type Carburetor. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Engine at this Addy,  http://www.outdoordistributors.com/ and Select the T. Then Select Tecumseh. Then Select Don't have Part Numbers. Then Enter the Model Numbers. Now Download the Breakdown/IPL File for Online Viewing. Since you have a Tecumseh, I have 2 Site Addy's that May Interest you. 1st -http://www.tecumsehpower.com/CustomerService/BSI.pdf and 2nd - http://www.cpdonline.com/692509.pdf These are Both PDF Files on the Tecumseh Engine. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Let me know what Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

Hello Again Andy:

I forgot to give you the Model Number of you Engine. These are the Model Numbers you want to Enter at Outdoor Dist Addy. They are 143.004502. Sorry. Thanks Again.

Respectfully

John