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Owner's Manual
JCRRFTSMRN°J
LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275820
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
[_ his product has a low emission engine which operates
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,
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Maintenance Schedule ........................ 18 Warranty ................................................ 2 Service and Adjustments ..................... 23 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 6 Storage ................................................ 29 AssemblyPre-Operation ........................ 8 Troubleshooting ................................... 30 Operation ............................................. 11 Repair P
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IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachineis capableof amputatinghandsand feet and throw- ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscouldresultin serious injuryor death. • Never direct discharged material _IWARNING: Inorder to preventac- toward anyone. Avoid discharging cidentalstartingwhen settingup,trans- material against a wall or obstruction. porting, adjustingor makingrepairs, Material may ricochet back toward the alwaysdisconnectspark plugwire and operator. Stop the blades when cross
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II. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopesarea majorfactor relatedto lossof be seriously injured or interfere with controland tip-overaccidents,which can safe machine operation. Children who resultin severeinjuryor death. Opera- have been given rides in the past may tionon all slopes requiresextracaution. If suddenly appear in the mowing area youcannot backupthe slopeor if youfeel for another ride and be run over or uneasyon it,do not
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• Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom Check their proper operation regularly. the truck or trailer and refuel it on the • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or ground.Ifthis is not possible,then other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel refuelsuchequipmentwith a portable spillage and remove any fuel-soaked container,ratherthanfrom a gasoline debris. Allow machine to cool before dispensernozzle. storing. • Keepthe nozzlein contactwith the rim • If you strike a foreign object, stop and of the fueltank
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In the state of California the above is re- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- Gasoline 3.5 Gallons nia Public Resources Code). Other states Capacity Unleaded may have similar laws. Federal laws apply and Type: Regular on federal lands. A spark arrester for the Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) muffler is available through your nearest (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS (Below 32°F) section of this manual). Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints R
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Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Adapter Steering Steering Boot (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt R 5/16-18 x 4 Seat (1) Washer _ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _7{_9 (1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need i_ 5/16 Hex Bolt are listed below. c._._ 5/16 Lock Washer I (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers --
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6. Lowerseat intooperatingpositionand NOTE: You may now roll or drive your sit inseat. tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate 7. Slideseat until a comfortableposition instruction below to remove the tractor is reachedwhichallowsyou to press from the skid. clutch/brakepedalall the waydown. 8. Getoff seatwithout movingits ad- justed position. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See 9. Raiseseat and tightenadjustment Operation section for location and knobsecurely. function of controls) 1. Press lift l
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CHECKTIRE PRESSURE _CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate your new tractor, we at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction from this cutting performance. quality product. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in Please review the following checklist: "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ,/ All assembly instructions have been of this manual. completed. ,/No re
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW SLOW IGNITION SWITCH 6 6 6 @ ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) 4' OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEE
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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Switch Ammeter Attachment ROS "ON" Position Clutch Lever Lift Lever Plunger Light Switch "'-. Attachment Lift Lever Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/Brake Height Adjustment Pedal "'" " ....... __" Indicator Freewheel Parking Brake Lever Control
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will TO SET PARKING BRAKE cause the battery to discharge and go Your tractor is eq
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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual). 2. With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels
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TO OPERATE ON HILLS TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS _ILWARNING: Do not drive up or down Tow only the attachments that are recom- hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do mended by and comply with specifications not drive across any slope. Use the slope of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use guide at the back of this manual. common sense when towing. Too heavy • Choose the slowest speed before start- of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. ing up or down hills. Tires can lose traction
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP TO START ENGINE Before driving the unit in cold weather, When starting the engine for the first time the transmission should be warmed up as or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will follows: take extra cranking time to move fuel from 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. the tank to the engine. 2. Place the motion control lever in 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the neutral. Release the parking brake transmission engaged position. and let the clutch/br
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MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the trac- tor. This will result in a more even distri- bution of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that
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FILL IN DATES /_/_X'x_'_/_ _ " AS YOU COMPLETE /__/_ _4 _/_/O.Oq. _" REGULAR SERVICE /_r/_'_VSERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems I_ R Check for Loose Fasteners If ll_s If A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 11_3 C Lubrication Chart I_ I_ 0 Check Battery Level 1_4 R Clean Battery and Terminals ll_ If Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts if Check Engine Oil Level If I_ Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Ill1,2 If E Change Engine Oil (wit
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ROS "ON" Position TRACTOR Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and • When the engine is running with the Adjustments section of this manual). ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position TIRES and the attachment clu
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• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip- NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing pings and other materials. To prevent blade. The lobes of the center hole may damage to seals, do not use com- appear to be centered, but are not. pressed air or high pressure sprayer to • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the clean cooling fins. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a The transaxle was sealed at
