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Owner's Manual
®
I HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN
Model No.
917.27!030
Safety
o Assembly
o Operation
o Maintenance
o Repair Parts
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before operating this equip-
ment.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Product Specifications ............................ 5 Warranty .................................................. 2 Service and Adjustments ...................... 22 Safety Rules ............................................. 2 Storage .................................................... 27 Assembly ................................................ 8 Troubleshooting .................................... 28 Operation ............................................... 12 Maintenance Schedule ...........
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o Turn off bladeswhen not mowing. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by o Stop engine before removinggrass putting your foot on the ground. catcheror uncloggingchute. • Do not use grass catcher on steep • Mow only in daylight or good artificial slopes. light. CHILDREN o Do not operate the machinewhile under Tragic accidents can occur if the operator the influence of alcohol or drugs. is not alert to the presence of children. o Watch for trafficwhen operating near or Children are often attract
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manufacturer's recommended parts, before restarting. o when necessary.. Never make adjustments or repairs with Mower blades are sharp and can cut. the engine running° o Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them° to wear, damage, and deterioration, Check brake operation frequently. which could expose moving parts or Adjust and service as required. allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with ° Mow u
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Should you experience any problem you PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS cannot easily remedy, please contact your GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS nearest Sears Authorized Service Center. CAPACITY We have competent, well-trained techni- AND TYPE: UNLEADED cians and the proper tools to service or REGULAR repair this tractor, Please read and retain this manual, The OIL TYPE SAE t0W-30 instructions will enable you to assemble API-SFiSGiSH): (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "S
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Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-!8 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5116-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 × 12 Gauge .L ,,L,,,,_,,. _,,,,,,, , _,_p (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge _" (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Nuts (2) Hex (2) Weld _ (2) Lock Washers 1/4 1/4-20 Nuts #10 Washers #10 ., ; ,,, 6
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.......... r ,,,r,, Parts packed separately in carton r-q Steering Seat Boot Video Cassette Muicher Plate i { I l t b I 1 Steering ..J_ Wheel Parts Bag Manual __2) Center- (2) Shoulder lock Nuts Bolts (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Parts Bag contents not shown full size 1,,, ,, '' , Steering Extension Shaft g Wheet Insert _O (2) Gauge Wheels Slope Sheet (2) Keys L_,__.._.J (2) Latch Hook Steering Wheel Assemblys Adapter ........ ,............. _,,.,,......... , • ., ....... 7
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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. Review the video cassette before you begin. inside boot and onto adapter_ TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ° Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock ASSEMBLY washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. A socket wrench
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY Seat Pan _kCAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, re- Battery move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, Box Door rings, etc. Positive terminal must be con- nected first to prevent sparking from acci- dental grounding. . Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position. o Open battery box door and remove pro- INSTALL
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Hook Points Weld Nut From Down The tires on your tractor were overinflated The Top at the factory for shipping purposes. Lock Correct tire pressure is important for best Weld Washer cutting performance. Nut • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on Latch Latch page 5 of this manual. Hook CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing Weld Nut should be properly leveled. See "TO Lock Washer Washer LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Washer Servic
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ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO _ CHECKLIST MOWER DECK Please review the fo!lowing checklist: The gauge wheels are designed to keep ,I All assembly instructions have been the mower deck in proper position when completed. operating mower. Be sure they are proper- ,/" No remaining loose parts in carton. ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per- J" Battery is properly prepared and formance. charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). - Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight
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These symbols may appearon your tractor or in literaturesupplied withthe product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE FORWARD BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING OVER TEMP OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHT l UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE FUEL CHOKE LOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS A
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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference, Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Throttle/Choke Control Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Attachment Control Brake Height Adjustment Knob Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards In
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes,which can result in severe eye damage.Always wear safety glasses or eye shieldswhile operating your tractor or performing anyadjustmentsor repairs.We recommenda wide vision safety mask overthe spectacles,or standard safety glasses. remove key. Always remove key when -lOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized 'our tractor is equipped with an operator use. )resence sensing switch. When engine is o
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to roll slightly as you restart movement. approximately2-1/2 inches duringthe o To restart movement, slowly release cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthierand better parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. o Make all turns slowly_ looking lawns, mow often and after moderategrowth. TO TRANSPORT o For best cutting performance,grass • Raise attachment lift to highest position over6 inches in heightshould be with attachment lift control° mowedtwice° Makethe first cut rela- °
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o When engine starts, move the throttle quantitiesthat can be used within 30 control to the fast position. days to assure fuel freshness. ° The attachments and ground drive can IMPORTANT:When operating in tempera- now be used. If the engine does not tures below 32°F(0°C), usefresh, clean accept the load, restart the engine and winter grade gasolineto helpinsure good allow it to warm up for one minute using cold weather starting. the choke as described above° _WARNING: Experienceindicatesthat alc
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best time to mow your lawn is the early • If grass is extremely tall, it should be afternoon. At this time the grass has mowed twice to reduce load and possi- dried and the newly cut area will not be ble fire hazard from dried clippings. exposed to the direct sun. Make first cut relatively high; the second For best results, adjust the mower cut- to the desired height. ting height so that the mower cuts off o Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet only the top one-third of the grass grass will plug
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /__/_o__i " AS YOU COMPLETE REGo R SERV,OE / ERV,OE DATES Check Brake Operation _ CheckTire Pressu,e e" e" Check Operator Presence and T ln!erlookSystems , , a Check for Loose Fasteners .... i_ ' ' ...... 6##7 '_ ............ i Sharpen/Replace Mower Diodes e#'4 T Lubrication Chart _ f_ 0 Check Battery Level ..... t_6, a CTean Battery and Terminals/Recharge _#' 6## Chec----k Transaxle Cooling _, ..... Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Ks Adjust Motion D
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TO SHARPEN BLADE TRACTOR NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening Always observe safety rules when per- blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is forming any maintenance° balanced. BRAKE OPERATION Care should be taken to keep the blade If tractor requiresmorethan six (6) feet balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage stopping distance at highspeed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See to mower and engine. '%0 ADJUST BRAKE"in the Service and ° The
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- Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for o Coatterminals with grease or petroleum checking level, Insert dipstick into the jelly. tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. • Reinstall battery (See"CONNECTBAT- Do not thread the cap onto the tube TERY" in the Assembly section of this when taking reading. Keep oil at manual). V-BELTS "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap Check V-belts for deterioration and wear onto the tube securely when finished. after 100 hours of operation and replace if Air C
