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NUMBER 917.250510
OWNER'S MANUAL
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_ Assembly
Converti ble
®Operation
_ Customer Responsibilities
_ Service and Adjustments
_ Repair Parts
,_IAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
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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 if the 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 HORSEPOWER: 19.5 Tractor. tt has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS pe rformance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F) remedY , please contact your nearest Sears Authorized SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Service Center/Department. We have competent, well- trained techn
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 19-25 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18 STORAGE ................................................................... 26 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TROUBLES
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ACCESSORI AND ATTACH ENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and sen/ice 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 2 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
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CONTENTS OF PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Seat // Video Cassette Mulcher Plate Steering (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Wheel _\ ........................... /_ (3) Retainer Springs (double ioop) Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown ful! size (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (2) Shoulder Bolts (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 ', Gauge (2) Center- "\. Wheels lock Nuts _[_(2) Fro
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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. (2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) 9/!6" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) 1/2" w
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ASSEMBLY ]! iiiiii, in ]11 i,I ! , I i i i .inn CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- * Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. nals. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch o Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder b01t. & bands, rings, etc. • Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. Positive terminal must be connected • Tighten shoulder bolt s
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ASSEMBLY + Place the R.H. suspension arm on inward pointing INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower Figs. 4 and 7) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Be sure tractor is on leve+surface and mower suspension + Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park- footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring. +rigbrake. + Retain both suspension arms to deck pins with doub
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• • _ i_111 i, Ti i i iii -- , i ASSEMBLY ' i i i INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR SHIELD (See Figs. 5A and 5B) - tnStall two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely. ° Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position, • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. • Hook
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mea_ing. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED LOCK L m REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE [ MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (Hydro
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Co mpare the i!lustrations with you rtractor to familiarize you rself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER iGNITION SWITCH PLUNGER AMMETER CHOKECONTROL LIGHT SWITCH LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL RANGE SHIFT HEIGHT LEVER ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG. 6 Our tracto
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OPERATION 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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To e
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OP TO TRANSPORT TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 8) , Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat level surface. ment lift control. , Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- , When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation lever is in neutral (N) position. section of this manual). • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. - With mower in desired height of cut positi
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from desired height. the tank to the engine. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug . Place gearshift leve
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_. ' i i i i ,11 i i ¸ i CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES _Hllr q-i MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /_ _ _o_ _ _o_S_ _ _ f" F,LL,. D AT ES AS YOU COMPLETE _r_95 ,:K_._.9.%.:___09"_" REGULAR:SERVICE /_'4S'_,_S ERV ICE DATES Check Brake Operation If' I_ Check Tire Pressure v' T Check for Loose Fasteners t,1 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart v' C Check Battery Level/Recharge T 0 Clean Battery and Terminals v' R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension v'51
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CUSTOME ESPONSIBILITIES The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding TRACTOR wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- To check blade balance, you w I1need a 5/8 drameter nance. steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- BRAKE OPERATION ancer). If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at Slide bladeon to an unthreaded portion of the stee
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CUSTOM ESPO ILITIES Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and BATTERY every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year, cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill • Keep battery and t
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CUSTO RESPON BiLITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. : _,ENGINE COOLING FiNS (See Fig. 16) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. Engine blower housing must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and Adjustm
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SE CE USTM NTS with plug. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or ,, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See = Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. "PRODUCT SPEC tFICATIQNS" on page 3 of this manual). Lower mower to its lowest position. Iftires are over or underinfiated, you will not properly adjust your mower. Remove retainer spring holding anti-swayb
