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Owner's Manual
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GARDEN TRACTOR
24.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.276320
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently previously engines.
you
[_ from built Before start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructionsbefore
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
operating this equipment.
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- S
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Maintenance........................................ 16 Warranty................................................ 2 Safety Rules.......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments.....................20 ProductSpecifications...........................5 Storage................................................ 29 Assembly/Pre-Operation.......................7 Troubleshooting................................... 30 Operation............................................... 9 RepairParts..
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- Never direct discharged material cidental starting when setting up, trans- toward anyone. Avoid discharging porting, adjusting or making repairs, material against a wall or obstruction. always disconnect spark plug wire and Material may ricochet back toward the place wire whe
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I1. SLOPE OPERATION Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which can safe machine operation. Children who result in severe injury or death. Opera- have been given rides in the past may tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If suddenly appear in the mowing area you cannot back up the slope or if you feel for another ride and be run over or un
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Remove gas-powered equipment from Check their proper operation regularly. the truck or trailer and refuel it on the Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or ground. If this is not possible, then other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel refuel such equipment with a portable spillage and remove any fuel-soaked container, rather than from a gasoline debris. Allow machine to cool before dispenser nozzle. storing. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim If you strike a foreign object, stop and of the f
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS In the state of California the above is re- quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- Gasoline 5.0 Gallons nia Public Resources Code). Other states Capacity Unleaded may have similar laws. Federal laws apply and Type: Regular on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest OiIType SAE 30 (above 32°F) Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS 'API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 section of this manual). (below 32°F) REPAIR PROTECTION Oil Capacity: W/Fi
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Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. ADJUST SEAT When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of 1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment view, when you are in the operating posi- knobs. tion (seated behind the steering wheel). 2. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM 3. Slide seat until a comfortable position CARTON is reached which allows you to press UNPACK CARTON clut
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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly _knction of controls) adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in WARNING: Before starting, read, un- the Service and Adjustments section of derstand and follow all instructions in the this manual. Operation section of this manual. Be sure #'CHECKLIST tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear o
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Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractor or in literaturesuppliedwiththe product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. R N H L SLOW CHOKE FAST REVERSE NEUTRAL H_H LOW tGNIT_ SWITCH PARKING DRAKE PARKING DRAKE PARKING DRAKE ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START LOCKED UNLOCKED OPERATION SYSTEM(ROS) FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVER TEMP LIGHT m ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS (SEE SAFETY RULES
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KNOW YOU R 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. Choke Control Ignition Position Ammeter Switch Attachment Clutch Brake Pedal Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever _g Brake Lever Motion Drive Belt Tension Handle Control Lever Height Adjustment Knob Light Switch Our tractors conform to the sa
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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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. • Never use choke to stop engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other than "STOP" will Your tractor is equipp
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TO OPERATE MOWER The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the ground to the blade tip with presence sensing switch. Any attempt the engine not running. by the operator to leave the seat with the These heights are approximate and may engine running and the attachment clutch vary depending upon soil conditions, engaged will shut off the engine. You must height of grass and types of grass being remain fully
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USING THE REVERSE OPERATION Transmission Engaged SYSTEM - 1. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. 2. With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi- tion. 3. Look down and behind before backing. 4. Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) position to start movement. 5. When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise Transmission Disengaged to engine "ON" position. NOTE: To protect hood from damage ROS "ON" Position Engine "O
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• The attachments and ground drive can _CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or now be used. If the engine does not fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline accept the load, restart the engine and near an open flame. allow it to warm up for one minute using IMPORTANT: When operating in temper- the choke as described above. atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and winter grade gasoline to help insure good below) cold weather starting. 7. When engine starts, slowly p
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PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the A_'_CAUTION: Never engage or dis- engage freewheel lever while the engine mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for is running. To ensure proper operation and per- best mowing performance. See "TO formance, it is recommended that the LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the transmission be purged before operating Service and Adjustments section of this manual. tractor for the first time. This procedure wil
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ._ ,_._ ,_£._ ,_._ _o_ o.._ ,F_ As REGULARCOMPLETE SERVICE 'ERV'OE DATES Chh :: kkTB_aek; [eOsPe:_:ion _ Check Operator Presence and T ROSSystems R Check for Loose Fasteners _ gl_5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3 T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level _4 R Clean Battery and Terminals I1_ Check Transaxle Cooling Check V_Befts Check Engine Oil Level _ Change Engine Oit (with oil filter) _,2 E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _,2 N CleanAirFilter _: G Clean Air Screen
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TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. • When the engine is running with the BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt by the operator to shift into stop at highest speed in highest gear on a reverse should shut off the engine. level, dry concrete or paved surface, then • When the engine is running with the brake mu
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• To check blade balance, you will need a Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis- 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone sion while engine is running or while the balancer. (When using a cone balancer, transmission is hot. To prevent possible follow the instructions supplied with damage to seals, do not use high pressure balancer.) water or steam to clean transaxle. NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades blade. The lobes of the center hole may are in
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• Be sure tractor is on level surface. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Oil will drain more freely when warm. 2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. • Catch oil in a suitable container. 3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful 4. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in not to allow dirt to enter the engine clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to when changing oil. remove excess oil. 2. Install the drain tube onto the valve. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace Oi
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MUFFLER Clamp Clamp Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage. Fuel Filter _ SPARK PLUG(S) CLEANING Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of each mowing season or after every of all foreign matter. 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" of all gasoline, oil,
