Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCraftsman Lawn Mower Height Adjuster Plate #787-01818A-0637

Craftsman Lawn Mower Height Adjuster Plate #787-01818A-0637

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the height adjuster plate on Craftsman lawn mowers. The most common reason for replacing the height adjuster plate is if it is damaged.

All of the information in this height adjuster plate replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Yard Machines, Craftsman, Yard-Man, Huskee, Murray, MasterCut, Bolens

Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, 9/16” nut driver, 3/8” nut driver

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the height adjuster plate on your lawn mower first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
Now lift up the front of the mower and support it.
4
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry off the wheel cover from the front right wheel.
5
Now use a 9/16th inch socket to help loosen the mounting nut then unthread the nut and remove the wheel.
6
Note the position of the adjustment lever then use a 3/8th inch socket or nut driver to remove the mounting bolts securing the height adjuster plate.
7
With the bolts removed, pull the adjustment lever back and lift out the old plate.
8
Install the new height adjuster plate by aligning it on the axle housing then thread and tighten the mounting bolts to secure.
9
Return the adjuster lever to the appropriate position on the plate.
10
Replace the wheel by sliding it on the axle.
11
Rethread the mounting nut and tighten.
12
Align the wheel cover and snap it into place.
13
Remove the support.
14
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your lawn mower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the height adjuster plate on Craftsman lawn mowers. The most common reason for replacing the height adjuster plate is if it is damaged.

All of the information in this height adjuster plate replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Yard Machines, Craftsman, Yard-Man, Huskee, Murray, MasterCut, Bolens

Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, 9/16” nut driver, 3/8” nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the height adjuster plate on your lawn mower first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
Now lift up the front of the mower and support it.
4
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry off the wheel cover from the front right wheel.
5
Now use a 9/16th inch socket to help loosen the mounting nut then unthread the nut and remove the wheel.
6
Note the position of the adjustment lever then use a 3/8th inch socket or nut driver to remove the mounting bolts securing the height adjuster plate.
7
With the bolts removed, pull the adjustment lever back and lift out the old plate.
8
Install the new height adjuster plate by aligning it on the axle housing then thread and tighten the mounting bolts to secure.
9
Return the adjuster lever to the appropriate position on the plate.
10
Replace the wheel by sliding it on the axle.
11
Rethread the mounting nut and tighten.
12
Align the wheel cover and snap it into place.
13
Remove the support.
14
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your lawn mower should be ready for use.

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