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MODEL U 917.257552 OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembny
, Operation
Customer IResponsibnBities
o Service and Adjustments
oRepair Parts
CAUTION: 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 COT:TiNG MACHINE ISCAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS: '.. ': FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY {NSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Io GENERAL OPERATION II!. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow Nil 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
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor, it has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 14.0 tured to give you the best possible dependability and GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS performance, 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 10W-30 (above 32°F) Service CentedDepartmenL We have competent, well- SAE 5W-30 (befow 32°F)
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TABL OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .......................... .. ......;.,3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........... . ............ ,.. 19-23 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18 STORAGE ................................................................... 24 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TROUBL
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ACCESSORIES AN ATTACHMENTS 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 !terns fo[ you when. youprovide the mode.l r_umber of your tractor, .. MAINTENANCE ENGINE GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER BLADES BELTS SPARK PLUG ,..,,% PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor_ Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they ca
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ..... : .................................. :,,,,,i ,i '': ' Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ................... i .... i ,i Seat Battery acid Metal Scr'ews O (2) Sheet #t0-t6 x 1/2 Mulcher Plate (1) Locknut 3/8-24 Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Steering Boot (1) Hex Bolt (1) Shoulder Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 5/16-18 OwnerOs Manual Parts Ba Parts bag contents not shown full size lock Nuts _ Q (2)Center- (2) Shoulder' Bolts (2) Washers 3/
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ASSEMBLY 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 =.assemblemus t be t ghtened:secur,#ly, .Use,.. the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightnes& STEERING WHEEL INSERT TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY HEX LOCKNUT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed, FLAT WASHER 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet (
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ASSEM LY . Remove battery from tractor to fill with acid and charge. iNSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) ° Fill battery with acid° Fill each ceil until it reaches the Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. bottom of the vent wells,, Do not overfill ° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. ° Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirbj . Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. minute& After standing, check the battery cell acid level If below the vent wells, add more acid until t
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INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5) .................. - - ...... , .... , =,__ _:., ,,,:"" '4,: CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. o Lift seat to raised position.. = Open battery box doer.. BATTERY BOX DOOR • Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box. • Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals
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LY iNSTALL NIULCHER PLATE (See Figs.7 A & ...... ...... DEFLECTOR ...... .... SHIELD 7B) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer', tookwasher, 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. o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. o Place front of mutcher plate over front of mower' deck opening and slide into place, as shown_ ° Hook front latch into hole
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OPERATmON ......... ._ • ........... , , ,, • ........... ,,,, ......................... .... KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S NANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference,, ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHI
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OPERATION ...................... ::_: :i::i :::: .................................................. .... ii!,, !, :i x:,;;;¸ :....................... ,-, ............... i:iiii i_ii::ii¸ i¸ ii:iii ........... The operation of any tractor can result in foreign qbjects thrown into the eyes, wh!ch 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
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OPERATION TO TRANSPORT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) = Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing ment lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will o When pushing ortowing your tractor, be sure gearshift shut off the engine. lever is in neutral (N) position. o Select desired height of cut . Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) M
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OPERAT|O TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) When st'a_tIff_j6r,gine for' the first time or if engine has run t out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine • Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. o Place gearshift lever in neutrai (N) position° ° Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. C ..... ,J ° Move throttle control lever to choke (N) position for cold engine start. For warm engine start, move throttle control to fast (,_) position_ FI
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ESPONS!B UTIES CUSTO ............ ,., _,,_ ..... :: ::. : .:..... , ,,,,, ................ L ............... ,, ,,: .... i.......... i,, AS YOU COMPLETE .............. check B_ke"Operatio'n ............. "'_ _ , .............. ,,,I, i ....... ! Check Tire Pressure _ _ I T Check' for Loose Fasteners ...... _#' ....... .......... :'. _'7 '. _ ............... R Sharpen!Replace Mower Btades ............... _4 'Lubrication Chart ............. _............ _ ..... 6## ..................... C ........
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IL ES PO o To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, ora cone batancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bat- anGer,) o Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt BRAKE OPERATION or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance position. If either end of the blade moves downward, at high speed in
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RESPONSJ tL ES CVSTO V-BELTS AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) ........Check V-betts for deterioration and wear, after 100 hours of Your engine will not run properly using, a dirty air filter; operation and replace if necessary, The belts are not Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- adjustable, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wean tion or every season, Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or eve ry season, whichever occurs firsL Service air cleaner more often
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J ¢USTO RESPONSJ LITIE i MUFFLER CLEAN A!R SCREEN (See Fig. 17) Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Air' screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. engine damage from overheating_ Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum SPARK PLUGS fibers° Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS season or after every 100 hours of operation
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_ ......... 1 : ,, ,., :::...:: .... r_,: ..... ,''1 ' . ;_._, _ '' ::":: ................ ;_;,;; ......... : ...... " -- ,_;_;,_;,_ $ERVUCE ANDADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: = Depress clutch/brake peda| fully and set pa'rking brake, ........ ..... • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) positron. ° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. o Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. o Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. ° D
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ERVJCE AND ADJUSTMENTS To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/4" to Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level groundor 3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest driveway° Make sure tires are properly inflated (See position. "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3of this manual). Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis- If tires are over or' undednflated, you will not pr
