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MODEL U
E 917.2565
OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting. presence of children.. Children are often attracted to the •
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor.. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 15.5 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F) Service CentedDepartmento We have competent, well- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) trained technician
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-25 STORAGE ................................................................... 26 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY ........................................... _...... ,............... 3 TROUBL
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ACCESSO ATTACH IESA ENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS % PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor.. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can he
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (2) Sheet Metal Seat Screws © #10-16 x 1/2 Steering _, ........ Boot (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) 2-3/8" Diameter Washer' Steering Wheel Video Cassette i (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x I l i .......... f ...... Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (1) Lock Washer' 1/2 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel Wheel Adapter Insert Bushing Steering (_ (2) Hex Bolts
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LY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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 are listed, LOCKNUT (1) 5/16" wrench (1) 9/16" wrench • LARGE FLAT _.I WASHER (2) 7/16" wrenches Ti
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ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- SEAT nals. Before cormecting battery, re- PAN move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. BOX DOOR o Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position. o Open battery box door. o Remove termina! protective caps and discard. ° If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated
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ASSEM LY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE €'CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW shipping purposes., Correct tire pressure is important for TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE best cutting performance,, THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. * Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual., PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST;' CHECK DECK LEVELNESS 7 All assem
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i,inlll u ................... OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning,. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OILPRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED H REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE ÷ MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP
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...................... , _,,,i,,i,i, i, OPERATmO KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference_ ATTACHMENT IGNITION AMMETER CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIGHT SWITCft ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER \ THROTTL_CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUST- MENT POSITIONS PARKING BRAKE
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OPERATIO The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which _AFETY GLASSEI 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 awide ViSIOn safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRA
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OPERATHON TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) • To restart movement, slowly release parking brakeand clutch/brake pedal,. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat ° Make all turns slowly with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine° TO TRANSPORT . Select desired height of cut. • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- ment lift control, ° Start mower blades by engaging attachm
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OPERATION - When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from in the opposite direction making left hand turns until the tank to the engine_ finished (See Fig. 8 ).. = Depress clutch/brake peda! and set parking brake. ° If grass is extre
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CUSTOMER RESPONS L ES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___o__ _*" AS YOU COMPLETE Check Brake Operation 6#4 644 Check Tire Pressure 6## v' Check for Loose Fasteners 6,. j _"7 e,' .............. _#f4 ............... Sharpen/Repiacetvlowe'r'BIades C LubricationChart T Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals v' e,' a CheckTransaxle Cooling e,' Adjust Blade Beit(s) Tension V'5 Adjust MotionDrive Belt(s)Tension V'oi e#; Check Engine Oil Level 6# 4, Change EngineOi! ...... V....................
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CUSTO RESPONSJ IL E$ ........ i,J,_J, lJJ TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance° BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manua!).= TIRES o Maintain proper air pressure in al! tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). ° Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi
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CUSTOM RESPONS BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- wil! result in increased oil consumption when used above cient for normal use., However, periodic charging of the 32°F, Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. possible engine damage from running low on oil, • Keep battery and termi
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ESPONSU LINES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 14) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter'. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- engine damage from overheating, Clean with a wire brush tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air clean
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i CUS=['O E ESPO mLF['mES MUFFLER CLAMP CLAMP inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage, SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in FUEL "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual** FILTER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15) FIG. 15 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season
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SERVICE AND ADJUS ENTS ......................... ................... ii i CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: o Depress clutchlbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. O Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. o Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. o Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug,
