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917.259567
OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800=659=5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am- 5 pro, Mon- Sat
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 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 , O
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Tractor. it has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 19.5 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F) Service Center/Department. We have competent, weft- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) trained tech
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 OPERATION ........................................................... 10-14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 MAINTENA_ICE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY. ................................................................. 3 STORAGE
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AND ATTAq ENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when thetractor 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 ENGINEOIL 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 help you. This
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CONTENTS OF RDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 \ \ Seat \ Video Cassette / Steering (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Wheel Mulcher Plate ,q (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 t i t Steering I Boot _r Manual Parts Bag (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 _4 Bolt 5/16-18 Parts bag contents not shown full size 1) Washer 17/32 x (2) Washers 3/8 1-3/16.x 12 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge C Gauge (2) Gauge Wheels (1) Lock Washer 1/2 © (2
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factoq! 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 _-_._ _.._--.,-_INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. __ 318 HEX BOLT (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet (2) 7/16" wr
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ASSE LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR SEAT CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) SEAT PAN CAUTION: Do not short battery termi= rials by allowing a wrench or any other SHOULDER object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, BOLT \ remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- 3E FLAT WASHER tal grounding. ADJUSTMENT BOLT LOCK WASHER Lift hood to raised position. • Open terminal access doors, rem
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BLY TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING DISCHARGING \\ BRACKET _ _ Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. 318-16 \ LOCKNUT \ SHOULDERBOLT 318" WASHER GAUGE WHEEL" \ FiG. 4 iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 & 6) LATCH HOOKS Install 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 FIG.
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. ,t 4!, BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING Qi ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT @ G FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED N H REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND
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OPERATIC KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with yourtractortofamiliarizeyourselfwiththelocations ofvariouscontrolsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT iGNITION LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSITION " t _ " - " LiFT LEVER ," ," PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LiFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT''" LEVER FIG. 7 Our tractors conform to the safety standards
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OPERATION i........ can _ _="_ J resuitinsevereeyedamage. Alwayswearsafetyglassesoreyeshieidswhileoperatingyour _ tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask _ the speet acles or standard safety glasses. _ _ HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR pletely, as described above, before leavo CAU'FION: Always stop tractor com- ing the operator's position; to empty TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) grass catcher, etc. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sen
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OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) ,, To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with * Make all turns slowly. 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. Lower mower with attachment lift control. •
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in the opposite direction making left hand turns until TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) finished (See Fig. 10 ). When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine , tf grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- fuel from the tank to the engine. pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the o Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake desired
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CUSTOMER ;IBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE _ERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation i Check Tire Pressure T Check for Loose Fasteners i/ AR Sharpen!Replace Mower Blades v' i/ C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals i/ i/ a Check Transaxle Cooling !/ Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension v' Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil i/ CIean Air Filter E N clean Air Screen G inspect Muffler/Sp
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR _ MANDREL BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION ASSEMBLY 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- TRAlUNGEDGE ments section of this manual). FLAT WASHER TIRES " Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD- HEXBOLT UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). (GRADE8)*-_. "@ ,,
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C STOMER RESPON BILITIES NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) BATTERY improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- will 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 an
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E C ILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 fibers. hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner
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C ER RESPO ;IBILITIE 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. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) FIG. 18 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel f
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress ciutcWbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. , Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. = Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. - Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR LEVER TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) Mower wil
