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Operator's Manual
CRAFrSMANGAR26.0 HP, 54"Electric Start
TRACTOMower
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.917.28745
Espahol, p. 35
This product has a low emission engine which operates[[[_
differently from previously built engines. Before start theyou
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:Read and follow all SafetyRules and Instructions
beforeoperating this equipment,
For answers to your questionsabout this product, Call:t
-800-659-59 t 7Sears Craftsman Help Line5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.Visit
our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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Warranty ................................................ 2
Maintenance ........................................ 19Safety Rules
.......................................... 3 Service and
Adjustments ..................... 23Product Specifications
........................... 6 Storage
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30Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8 Troubleshooting
................................... 31Operation
............................................. 12 Sears Service
........................ Back CoverMaintenance Schedule
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LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR AND BATTERY2-YEAR ON
TRACTORWhen used and maintained according to the operator's manual
instructions, if this tractorfails due to a defect in material or
workmanship within two years from the date of pur-chase, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME to arrange for free repair.During the first 30 days
of purchase, there will be no charge to service the product inyour
home. For your convenience, in-home warranty service will still be
available afterthe first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge
will apply. This charge will be waived ifyou transport the product
to an authorized Craftsman drop-off location. For the
nearestauthorized location, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME.
Tractor warranty coverage does not include: Expendable items
which become worn during normal use, including but not limited
to
blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.,
Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups. Tire
replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects,
such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass. Repairs necessary because of operator
abuse, including but not limited to damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the tractor,
impacting objects thatbend the frame or crankshaft, or
over-speeding the engine.
, Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including
but not limited to electri-cal and mechanical damage caused by
improper storage, failure to use the propergrade and amount of
engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris,or
failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions
contained in theoperator's manual.
, Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs necessary because of
fuel determined to becontaminated or oxidized (stale). In general,
fuel should be used within 30 days of itspurchase date.
Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or
product label replacement., The tractor battery, which is covered
for only 90 days as stated below.90-DAYS ON BATTERYFor ninety (90)
days from the date of purchase, if the battery included with this
tractor isdefective in material or workmanship (our testing proves
it will not hold a charge), it willbe replaced free of charge.
During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges
to replace the battery inyour home. For your convenience, in-home
warranty service will still be available afterthe first 30 days of
purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived
ifyou transport the battery to an authorized Craftsman drop-off
location. For the nearestauthorized location, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME.
All tractor and battery warranty coverage is void if this
product is used for commercial orrental purposes.
This warranty applies only while this product is within the
United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights, whichvary, from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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_I, DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands
and feet andthrowing objects. Failure to observe the following
safety instructions could resultin serious injury or death.
,_WARNING: In order to prevent ac-cidental starting when setting
up, trans-porting, adjusting or making repairs,always disconnect
spark plug wire andplace wire where it cannot contact
sparkplug._I_WARNING: Do not coast down a hill inneutral, you may
lose control of the tractor.,_WARNING: Tow only the attachmentsthat
are recommended by and comply withspecifications of the
manufacturer of yourtractor. Use common sense when towing.Operate
only at the lowest possible speedwhen on a slope. Too heavy of a
load,while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires canlose traction with
the ground and causeyou to lose control of your tractor._,WARNING:
Engine exhaust, some ofits constituents, and certain vehicle
com-ponents contain or emit chemicals knownto the State of
California to cause cancerand birth defects or other
reproductiveharm._I, WARNING: Battery posts, terminalsand related
accessories contain lead andlead compounds, chemicals known to
theState of California to cause cancer andbirth defects or other
reproductive harm.Wash hands after handling.
I. GENERAL OPERATION* Read, understand, and follow all
instruc-
tions on the machine and in the manualbefore starting.
* Do not put hands or feet near rotatingparts or under the
machine. Keep clearof the discharge opening at all times.
* Only allow responsible adults, who arefamiliar with the
instructions, to operatethe machine.
* Clear the area of objects such as rocks,toys, wire, etc.,
which could be pickedup and thrown by the blades.
* Be sure the area is clear of bystand-ers before operating.
Stop machine ifanyone enters the area.
* Never carry passengers., Do not mow in reverse unless
abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down andbehind before and while
backing.
Never direct discharged material towardanyone. Avoid discharging
materialagainst a wall or obstruction. Materialmay ricochet back
toward the operator.Stop the blades when crossing gravelsurfaces.Do
not operate machine without theentire grass catcher, discharge
guard, orother safety devices in place and work-ing.Slow down
before turning.Never leave a running machine unat-tended. Always
turn off blades, setparking brake, stop engine, and removekeys
before dismounting.Disengage blades when not mowing.Shut off engine
and wait for all parts tocome to a complete stop before clean-ing
the machine, removing the grasscatcher, or unclogging the
dischargeguard.Operate machine only in daylight orgood artificial
light.Do not operate the machine while underthe influence of
alcohol or drugs.Watch for traffic when operating near orcrossing
roadways.Use extra care when loading or unload-ing the machine into
a trailer or truck.Always wear eye protection when oper-ating
machine.Data indicates that operators, age 60years and above, are
involved in a largepercentage of riding mower-related in-juries.
These operators should evaluatetheir ability to operate the riding
mowersafely enough to protect themselves andothers from serious
injury.
Follow the manufacturer's recommen-dation for wheel weights or
counter-weights.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves orother debris build-up which
can touchhot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Donot allow the mower
to plow leaves orother debris which can cause build-upto occur.
Clean any oil or fuel spillagebefore operating or storing the
machine.Allow machine to cool beforestorage.
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II. SLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor related to loss
ofcontrol and tip-over accidents, which canresult in severe injury
or death. Opera-tion on all slopes requires extra caution. Ifyou
cannot back up the slope or if you feeluneasy on it, do not mow
it., Mow up and down slopes, not across. Watch for holes, ruts,
bumps, rocks, or
other hidden objects. Uneven terraincould overturn the machine.
Tall grasscan hide obstacles.
, Choose a low ground speed so that youwill not have to stop or
shift while on theslope.
, Do not mow on wet grass. Tires maylose traction.Always keep
the machine in gear whengoing down slopes. Do not shift to neu-tral
and coast downhill.
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on aslope. If the tires
lose traction, disen-gage the blades and proceed slowlystraight
down the slope.
, Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual. Do not make
suddenchanges in speed or direction, whichcould cause the machine
to roll over.
, Use extra care while operating machinewith grass catchers or
other attach-ments; they can affect the stability of themachine. Do
no use on steep slopes.
, Do not try to stabilize the machine byputting your foot on the
ground.
, Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,or embankments. The machine
couldsuddenly roll over if a wheel is over theedge or if the edge
caves in.
Ill. CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not
alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to
the machineand the mowing activity. Never assumethat children will
remain where you lastsaw them. Keep children out of the mowing
area
and in the watchful care of a responsibleadult other than the
operator.
Be alert and turn machine off if a childenters the area.
, Before and while backing, look behindand down for small
children.
, Never carry children, even with theblades shut off. They may
fall off andbe seriously injured or interfere withsafe machine
operation. Children whohave been given rides in the past
maysuddenly appear in the mowing area foranother ride and be run
over or backedover by the machine.
Never allow children to operate themachine.
, Use extra care when approaching blindcorners, shrubs, trees,
or other objectsthat may block your view of a child.
IV. TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a
hitch designed for towing. Do not attachtowed equipment except
at the hitchpoint.
Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-tion for weight limits for
towed equip-ment and towing on slopes.
Never allow children or others in or ontowed equipment.
On slopes, the weight of the towedequipment may cause loss of
tractionand loss of control.
, Travel slowly and allow extra distance tostop.
V. SERVICESAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINETo avoid personal injury or
propertydamage, use extreme care in handlinggasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammableand the vapors are explosive., Extinguish all
cigarettes, cigars, pipes,
and other sources of ignition. Use only approved gasoline
container., Never remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running. Allow engine to coolbefore refueling.
, Never fuel the machine indoors., Never store the machine or
fuel con-
tainer where there is an open flame,spark, or pilot light such
as on a waterheater or other appliances.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle oron a truck or trailer
bed with plastic liner.Always place containers on the groundaway
from your vehicle when filling.
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Remove gas-powered equipment fromthe truck or trailer and refuel
it on theground. If this is not possible, then refuelsuch equipment
with a portable contain-er, rather than from a gasoline
dispensernozzle.Keep the nozzle in contact with the rimof the fuel
tank or container opening atall times until fueling is complete. Do
notuse a nozzle lock-open device.If fuel is spilled on clothing,
changeclothing immediately.Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas
capand tighten securely.
GENERAL SERVICE Never operate machine in a closed
area.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be surethe equipment is in safe
working condi-tion.
Never tamper with safety devices.Check their proper operation
regularly.
, Keep machine free of grass, leaves, orother debris build-up.
Clean oil or fuelspillage and remove any fuel-soakeddebris. Allow
machine to cool beforestoring.
, If you strike a foreign object, stop andinspect the machine.
Repair, if neces-sary, before restarting.
, Never make any adjustments or repairswith the engine
running.
Check grass catcher components andthe discharge guard frequently
and re-place with manufacturer's recommendedparts, when
necessary.
, Mower blades are sharp. Wrap theblade or wear gloves, and use
extra cau-tion when servicing them.
, Check brake operation frequently. Ad-just and service as
required.
Maintain or replace safety and instruc-tion labels, as
necessary.
Be sure the area is clear of bystand-ers before operating. Stop
machine ifanyone enters the area.
, Never carry passengers. Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down andbehind before and while
backing.
Never carry children, even with theblades shut off. They may
fall off andbe seriously injured or interfere withsafe machine
operation. Children whohave been given rides in the past
maysuddenly appear in the mowing area foranother ride and be run
over or backedover by the machine.
, Keep children out of the mowing areaand in the watchful care
of a respon-sible adult other than the operator.
, Be alert and turn machine off if a childenters the area.
, Before and while backing, look behindand down for small
children.
, Mow up and down slopes (15 Max), notacross.
Choose a low ground speed so that youwill not have to stop or
shift while on theslope.
, Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on aslope. If the tires
lose traction, disen-gage the blades and proceed slowlystraight
down the slope.
, If machine stops while going uphill,disengage blades, shift
into reverse andback down slowly.
, Do not turn on slopes unless neces-sary, and then, turn slowly
and graduallydownhill, if possible.
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PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS
Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallonsand Type: Unleaded RegularOil Type
SAE 10W30(above 32F)API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30(below 32F
Oil Capacity: w/Filter: 64 ozSpark Plug: Champion RC12YC
Ground Speed(MPH):
(Gap: .030")Forward:
1st 1.582nd 1.143rd 1.774th 2.655th 3.386th 4.33
Reverse: 1.33
15 Amps @ 3600 RPMAmp/Hr: 35Min. CCA: 280Case size: U1R
Charging System:Battery:
Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseof a new tractor. It has been
designed,engineered and manufactured to giveyou the best possible
dependability andperformance.Should you experience any problem
youcannot easily remedy, please contact aSears or other qualified
service center.We have competent, well-trained techni-cians and the
proper tools to service orrepair this tractor.Please read and
retain this manual. Theinstructions will enable you to assembleand
maintain your tractor properly. Alwaysobserve the "SAFETY
RULES".
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES, Read and observe the safety rules.
Follow a regular schedule in main-
taining, caring for and using your tractor., Follow the
instructions under "Mainte-
nance" and "Storage" sections of thisowner's manual.
_,WARNING: This tractor is equippedwith an internal combustion
engine andshould not be used on or near any unim-proved
forest-covered, brush-covered orgrass-covered land unless the
engine'sexhaust system is equipped with a sparkarrester meeting
applicable local or statelaws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, itshould be maintained in effective workingorder by the
operator.
In the state of California the above is re-quired by law
(Section 4442 of the Califor-nia Public Resources Code). Other
statesmay have similar laws. Federal laws applyon federal lands. A
spark arrester for themuffler is available through your
nearestSears service center (See REPAIR PARTSmanual).REPAIR
PROTECTIONAGREEMENTSCongratulations on making a smart pur-chase.
Your new Craftsman product isdesigned and manufactured for years
ofdependable operation. But like all products,it may require repair
from time to time. That'swhen having a Repair Protection
Agreementcan save you money and aggravation.Purchase a Repair
Protection Agreementnow and protect yourself from unexpectedhassle
and expense.Here's what's included in the Agreement:, Expert
service by our 12,000 profesion-
al repair specialists., Unlimited service and no charge for
parts and labor on all covered repairs. Product replacement if
your covered
product can't be fixed., Discount of 10% from regular price
of
service and service-related parts notcovered by the agreement;
also, 10% offregular price of preventive maintenancecheck.
Fast help by phone - phone supportfrom a Sears representative on
productsrequiring in-home repair, plus conve-nient repair
scheduling.
Once you purchase the Agreement, asimple phone call is all that
it takes for youto schedule service. You can call anytimeday or
night, or schedule a service ap-pointment online.Sears has over
12,000 professional repairspecialists, who have access to over
4.5million quality parts and accessories.That's the kind of
professionalism you cancount on to help prolong the life of yournew
purchase for years to come. Purchaseyour Repair Protection
Agreement today!Some limitations and exclusions apply.For prices
and additional informationcall 1=800-827-6655.
SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICEFor Sears professional installation of
homeappliances, garage door openers, waterheaters, and other major
home items, inthe U.S.A. call 1=800-4-MY=HOME
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(1) Wheel (_
Mower Front Wheel
(1) 1-1/40.D. Washer
(1) Locknut 3/8-16
(5) Large RetainerSprings - 7/16
Mower
0(1) 3/40.D. Washers
(2) Small RetainerSprings - 5/16
(5) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers
Assembly
(1) Anti-Swar Bar
(2) Rear Lift LinkAssemblies
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(1) Oil Drain TubeFor Future Use
(2) Keys
lr,',lMower Install Slope Sheet
Sheeti 'i_ _:
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the
exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping
purposes.TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLYA socket wrench set will make
assemblyeasier. Standard wrench sizes you needare listed below.(1)
3/4" wrench (1) Pliers(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Utility knife(1) Tire
pressure gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, it means,
from your point ofview, when you are in the operating posi-tion
(seated behind the steering wheel).TO REMOVE TRACTOR
FROMCARTONUNPACK CARTON1. Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from carton.2. Cut along dashed lines on all four
pan-
els of carton. Remove end panels andlay side panels flat,
3. Remove mower and packing materials.4. Check for any
additional loose parts or
cartons and remove.
CHECK BATTERY1. Lift hood to raised position.NOTE: If this
battery is put into serviceafter month and year indicated on
label(L) (label is located between terminals)charge battery for
minimum of one hour at6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Mainte-nance
section of this manual for charginginstructions).
ADJUST SEAT1. Sit in seat,2. Lift up adjustment lever (A) and
slide
seat until a comfortable position isreached which allows you to
pressclutch/brake pedal all the way down.
3. Release lever to lock seat in position.
NOTE: You may now roll or drive yourtractor off the skid. Follow
the appropriateinstruction below to remove the tractorfrom the
skid.
,_WARNING: Before starting, read,understand and follow all
instructions inthe Operation section of this manual. Besure tractor
is in a well-ventilated area. Besure the area in front of tractor
is clear ofother people and objects.TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKiD(See
Operation section for locationand function of controls)1. Raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
position.2. Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
position.4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID(See Operation section for locationand
function of controls)1. Be sure all the above steps have been
completed.2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank
with gasoline.3. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set theparking brake.
4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)position.
5. Raise attachment lift lever to its highestposition.
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6. Remove key from bag and start theengine (see "TO START
ENGINE" inthe Operation section of this manual).After engine has
started, move throttlecontrol to idle position.
7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full"BRAKE" position and
hold. Movegearshift lever to 1st gear.
8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal andslowly drive tractor off
skid.
9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-ing brake and place
gearshift lever inneutral position.
10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.Continue with the
instructions that follow.ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TOMOWER1. Using
shoulder bolt, washer and
Iocknut from parts bag, assemble frontwheel to mower as shown.
Tightensecurely.
3. Remove plastic tie securing belt, bringbelt forward and check
belt for properrouting in all mower pulley grooves.
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NOTE: Be sure mower side suspensionarms (A) are pointing forward
before slid-ing mower under tractor.4. Slide mower under tractor
until it is
centered under tractor.5. FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S).
From right side of mower, insert ant-sway bar into hole in
transmissionbracket (T).
INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVEBELTSee MOWER AND DRIVE BELT AS-SEMBLY
Supplement Sheet for additionalguidance on this assembly.Be sure
tractor is on level surface andengage parking brake.1. Lower
attachment lift lever to it's lowest
position.CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded.
Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower itslowly and engage in
lowest position.2. Turn steering wheel to the left as far as
it will go and position mower on rightside of tractor with
deflector shield tothe right.
Pivot bar towards you and insertother end of bar into hole in
rearmower bracket (D). Move mower asneeded to insert bar.Secure
with washer and retainerspring as shown.
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6. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSIONARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position
holein arm over pin (B) on outside of tractorchassis and secure
with washer andretainer spring.
7. Repeat on opposite side of tractor.
10.Turn steering wheel to position wheelsstraight forward.
11 .ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work fromleft side of tractor.
Insert rod end of linkassembly through front hole in trac-tor front
suspension bracket (F) andsecure with retainer spring (G)
throughhole in link located behind the bracket.
12. Insert other end of link (E) into hole infront mower bracket
(H) and securewith washer and retainer spring (J).
8. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Insertrod end of link assembly
into hole in trac-tor lift shaft suspension arm (L) and pivotlink
down to mower. Lift rear corner ofmower and position slot in link
assemblyover pin on rear mower bracket (D) andsecure with washer
and retainer spring.
9. Repeat on opposite side of tractor.13. Disengage belt tension
rod (K) from
locking bracket (L).14. Install belt onto engine clutch pulley
(M).IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-ing in all mower pulley
grooves.
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15. Engage belt tension rod (K) on lockingbracket (L).
_, CAUTION: Belt tension rod is springloaded. Have a tight grip
on rod andengage slowly.16. Raise attachment lift lever to
highest
position.17. If necessary, adjust gauge wheels
before operating mower as shown inthe Operation section of this
manual.
CHECK TiRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinfiatedat
the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-rect tire pressure is
important for bestcutting performance.
Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown ontires.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESSFor best cutting results, mower hous-ing
should be properly leveled. See "TOLEVEL MOWER" in the Service
andAdjustments section of this manual.CHECK FOR PROPER POSiTiONOF
ALL BELTSSee the figures that are shown for replac-ing motion and
mower blade drive beltsin the Service and Adjustments sectionof
this manual. Verify that the belts arerouted correctly.CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEMAfter you learn how to operate your trac-tor, check to see
that the brake is operat-ing properly. See "TO CHECK BRAKE"in the
Service and Adjustments section ofthis manual.
_/ CHECKLISTBefore you operate your new tractor, wewish to
assure that you receive the bestperformance and satisfaction from
thisQuality Product.Please review the following checklist:,/All
assembly instructions have been
completed." No remaining loose parts in carton." Battery is
properly prepared and
charged." Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-
ping purposes, the tires were overin-flated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower is properly leveledside-to-side/front-to-rear
for best cuttingresults. (Tires must be properly inflatedfor
leveling).
,/Check mower and drive belts. Be surethey are routed properly
around pulleysand inside all belt keepers.
" Check wiring. See that all connectionsare still secure and
wires are properlyclamped.
While learning how to use your tractor, payextra attention to
the following importantitems:" Engine oil is at proper level." Fuel
tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-
lar unleaded gasoline.,/Become familiar with all controls,
their
location and function. Operate thembefore you start the
engine.
,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-ing condition.
" Be sure Operator Presence Systemand Reverse Operation System
(ROS)are working properly (See the Opera-tion and Maintenance
sections in thismanual).
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature
supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.
R N H L I'.,IREVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW
ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER
HEIGHTOPERATION
SYSTEM (ROS)
LIGHTS ONa
FUEL BATTERY
ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENTCLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED
FREE WHEEL(Automatic Models only)
Failure to follow instructionscould result in serious injury
ordeath. The safety alert symbolis used to identify safety
inform-ation about hazards which canresult in death, serious
injuryand/or property damage.
IGNITION SWITCH
MOWER LiFT
REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL
DANGER, KEEP HANDSAND FEET AWAY
CLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL
@@@KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,might result in
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,indicates a situation
that could result in damageto the tractor and/or engine.
HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,if not avoided, could
result in death, serious injuryand/or property damage.
FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,could result in
death, serious injury and/orproperty damage.
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KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES
BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTORCompare the illustrations with your
tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations ofvarious
controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future
reference.
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Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of
theAmerican National Standards Institute.
(A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Usedto raise and lower the mower or
other at-tachments mounted to your tractor.(B) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL-
Used fordeclutching and braking the tractor andstarting the
engine.(C) PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake
position.(D) THROTTLE CONTROL - Used tocontrol engine speed.(E)
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH- Used to engage the mower blades, orother
attachments mounted to your trac-tor.(F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for
startingand stopping the engine.
(G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM(ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows
opera-tion of mower or other powered attachmentwhile in reverse.(H)
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlightson and off.(J) GEARSHIFT LEVER -
Selects thespeed and direction of the tractor.(N) CHOKE CONTROL -
Used whenstarting a cold engine.(P) SERVICE REMINDER / HOUR METER-
Indicates when service is required for theengine and mower.(Q)
12-VOLT POWER PORT - Used for12-volt accessories.
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects
thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always
wear safety glassesor eye shields while operating your tractor or
performing any adjustmentsor repairs. We recommend standard safety
glasses or a wide vision safetymask worn over spectacles.
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTORTO SET PARKING BRAKEYour tractor is
equipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. When engineis
running, any attempt by the operatorto leave the seat without first
setting theparking brake will shut off the engine.1. Depress
clutch/brake pedal (B) all the
way down and hold.2. Pull parking brake lever (C) up and
hold, release pressure from brakepedal (B), then release parking
brakelever. Pedal should remain in brakeposition. Make sure parking
brake willhold tractor secure.
STOPPING
MOWER BLADES - To stop mower blades, push attachment
clutch switch in to disengaged position(o).
GROUND DRIVE -To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal
all the way down.Move gearshift lever (J) to neutral posi-tion.
ENGINE -Move throttle control (D) between halfand full speed
(fast) position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle controlbetween half and full
speed (fast) posi-tion, before stopping, may cause engine
to"backfire".
Turn ignition key (F) to "STOP" positionand remove key. Always
remove keywhen leaving tractor to prevent unau-thorized use.Never
use choke (N) to stop engine.
IMPORTANT." Leaving the ignition switchin any position other
than "STOP" willcause the battery to discharge and godead.NOTE:
Under certain conditions whentractor is standing idle with the
enginerunning, hot engine exhaust gases maycause "browning" of
grass. To eliminatethis possibility, always stop engine
whenstopping tractor on grass areas._IbCAUTION: Always stop
tractorcompletely, as described above, and setparking brake before
leaving the operator'sposition.
(I) AttachmentClutch SwitchPull Out To "Engage"
(O) Push-In to"Disengaged"
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TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (D)Always operate engine at full speed
(fast)., Operating engine at less than full speed
(fast) reduces engine's operating ef-ficiency.
, Full speed (fast) offers the best mowerperformance.
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (N)Use choke control whenever you
arestarting a cold engine. Do not use to starta warm engine. To
engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARDThe direction and speed of movement
iscontrolled by the gearshift lever (J).
1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedaldepressed and gearshift
lever in neu-tral (N) position.
2. Move gearshift lever to desired po-sition.
3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal tostart movement.
IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a completestop before shifting or
changing gears.Failure to do so will shorten the useful lifeof your
transaxle.TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHTThe position of the
attachment lift lever(B) determines the cutting height.
, Put attachment lift lever in desired cut-ting height slot.
, Slide pointer tab (T) to desired cuttingheight as a reminder
for next time youmow.
The cutting height range is approximately1 to 4". The heights
are measured fromthe ground to the blade tip with the enginenot
running. These heights are approxi-mate and may vary depending upon
soilconditions, height of grass and types ofgrass being mowed. The
average lawn should be cut to ap-
proximately 2-1/2 inches during the coolseason and to over 3
inches during hotmonths. For healthier and better lookinglawns, mow
often and after moderategrowth.
For best cutting performance, grass over6 inches in height
should be mowedtwice. Make the first cut relatively high;the second
to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELSGauge wheels are properly adjustedwhen
they are slightly off the ground whenmower is at the desired
cutting height inoperating position. Gauge wheels thenkeep the deck
in proper position to helpprevent scalping in most terrain
conditions.NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractoron a flat level
surface.1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTINGHEIGHT" in this section of
manual).
2. With mower in desired height of cutposition, gauge wheels
should beassembled so they are slightly off theground. Install
gauge wheel in appro-priate hole. Tighten securely.
3. Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel insame adjustment
hole.
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TO OPERATE MOWERYour tractor is equipped with an
operatorpresence sensing switch. Any attemptby the operator to
leave the seat with theengine running and the attachment
clutchengaged will shut off the engine. You mustremain fully and
centrally positioned in theseat to prevent the engine from
hesitatingor cutting off when operating your equip-ment on rough,
rolling terrain or hills.1. Select desired height of cut with
at-
tachment lift lever.2. Start mower blades by engaging at-
tachment clutch control.TO STOP MOWER BLADES -disengage
attachment clutch control._,CAUTION: Do not operate the
mowerwithout either the entire grass catcher,on mowers so equipped,
or the deflectorshield (S) in place.
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)Your tractor is equipped with a
ReverseOperation System (ROS). Any attempt bythe operator to travel
in the reverse direc-tion with the attachment clutch engagedwill
shut off the engine unless ignition keyis placed in the ROS "ON"
position.,all'WARNING: Backing up with the at-tachment clutch
engaged while mowingis strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS"ON",
to allow reverse operation with theattachment clutch engaged,
should onlybe done when the operator decides it isnecessary to
reposition the machine withthe attachment engaged. Do not mow
inreverse unless absolutely necessary.USING THE REVERSE
OPERATIONSYSTEM -Only use if you are certain no children orother
bystanders will enter the mowingarea.1. Depress clutch/brake pedal
all the way
down and hold.2. With engine running, turn ignition key
counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi-tion.
3. Look down and behind before backing.4. Move gear shift lever
to reverse (R) po-
sition and slowly release clutch/brakepedal to start
movement.
5. When use of the ROS is no longerneeded, turn the ignition key
clockwiseto engine "ON" position.
ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position(Normal Operating)
TO OPERATE ON HILLS_i, WARNING: Do not drive up or downhills
with slopes greater than 15 and donot drive across any slope. Use
the slopeguide at the back of this manual. Choose the slowest speed
before starting
up or down hills., Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills., If stopping is absolutely necessary, push
clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake positionand engage parking
brake.
, Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sureyou have allowed room
for tractor to rollslightly as you restart movement.
To restart movement, slowly release park-ing brake and
clutch/brake pedal.
, Make all turns slowly.
TO TRANSPORT Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position., When pushing or towing your tractor,
be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)position.
Do not push or tow tractor at more thanfive (5) MPH.
NOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transporting your tractor
on a truckor a trailer, be sure hood is closed andsecured to
tractor. Use an appropriatemeans of tying hood to tractor (rope,
cord,etc.).TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-MENTSTow only the
attachments that are recom-mended by and comply with
specificationsof the manufacturer of your tractor. Usecommon sense
when towing. Too heavyof a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous.Tires can lose traction with the ground andcause you to
lose control of your tractor.
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SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METERService reminder shows the total
numberof hours the engine has run and flashes toindicate that the
engine or mower needsservicing. When service is required,
theservice reminder will flash for two hours.To service engine and
mower, see theMaintenance section of this manual.NOTE: Service
reminder runs when theignition key is in any position but
"STOP".For acurate reading, be sure key remainsin the "STOP"
position when engine is notrunning.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELThe engine in
your tractor has beenshipped, from the factory, already filledwith
summer weight oil.1. Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/
dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert thedipstick into the tube and
rest oil fillcap on the tube. Do not thread the caponto the tube.
Remove and read oillevel. If necessary, add oil until "rULE'mark on
dipstick is reached. Do notoverfill.
For cold weather operation you shouldchange oil for easier
starting (See theoil viscosity chart in the Maintenancesection of
this manual).
To change engine oil, see the Mainte-nance section in this
manual.
ADD GASOLINE, Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do
not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a
minimum of87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline willincrease carbon
and lead oxide depositsand reduce valve life). Do not mix oilwith
gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan-tities that can be used within 30
days toassure fuel freshness.
_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil orfuel. Do not store, spill
or use gasolinenear an open flame.IMPORTANT." When operating in
temper-atures below32F(0C), use fresh, cleanwinter grade gasoline
to help insure goodcold weather starting.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (calledgasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) canattract moisture which leads to separa-tion and
formation of acids during storage.Acidic gas can damage the fuel
systemof an engine while in storage. To avoidengine problems, the
fuel system shouldbe emptied before storage of 30 daysor longer.
Drain the gas tank, start theengine and let it run until the fuel
linesand carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuelnext season. See
Storage Instructions foradditional information. Never use engineor
carburetor cleaner products in the fueltank or permanent damage may
occur.
TO START ENGINEWhen starting the engine for the first timeor if
the engine has run out of fuel, it willtake extra cranking time to
move fuel fromthe tank to the engine.1. Sit on seat in operating
position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and setparking brake.
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)position.
3. Move attachment clutch to disengagedposition.
4. Move throttle control to fast position5. Pull choke control
out for a cold engine
start attempt. For a warm engine startattempt the choke control
may not beneeded.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm andcold starting procedures
below.6. Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to start position and releasekey as soon as engine
starts. Donot run starter continuously for morethan fifteen seconds
per minute. If theengine does not start after severalattempts, push
choke control in, waita few minutes and try again. If enginestill
does not start, pull the choke con-trol out and retry.
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 F andabove)7. When engine starts,
slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins torun smoothly. If the engine
starts torun roughly, pull the choke control outslightly for a few
seconds and thencontinue to push the control in slowly.
, The attachments and ground drive cannow be used. If the engine
does notaccept the load, restart the engine andallow it to warm up
for one minute usingthe choke as described above.
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COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 F andbelow)7. When engine starts,
slowly push
choke control in until the enginebegins to run smoothly.
Continue topush the choke control in small stepsallowing the engine
to accept smallchanges in speed and load, until thechoke control is
fully in. If the enginestarts to run roughly, pull the chokecontrol
out slightly for a few secondsand then continue to push the
controlin slowly. This may require an enginewarm-up period from
several secondsto several minutes, depending on thetemperature.
The attachments can be used duringthe engine warm-up period and
mayrequire the choke control be pulled outslightly.
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000feet) or in cold
temperatures (below 32 F)the carburetor fuel mixture may need tobe
adjusted for best engine performance.See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in
theService and Adjustments section of thismanual.
MOWING TiPS Tire chains cannot be used when the
mower housing is attached to tractor., Mower should be properly
leveled for
best mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in
theService and Adjustments section of thismanual.
, The left hand side of mower should beused for trimming.
Drive so that clippings are dischargedonto the area that has
already been cut.Have the cut area to the right of the trac-tor.
This will result in a more even distri-bution of clippings and more
uniformcutting.
When mowing large areas, start byturning to the right so that
clippings willdischarge away from shrubs, fences,driveways, etc.
After one or two rounds,mow in the opposite direction making
lefthand turns until finished.
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If grass is extremely tall, it should bemowed twice to reduce
load and pos-sible fire hazard from dried clippings.Make first cut
relatively high; the secondto the desired height.
Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wetgrass will plug mower and
leave undesir-able clumps. Allow grass to dry beforemowing.
Always operate engine at full throttlewhen mowing to assure
better mow-ing performance and proper dischargeof material.
Regulate ground speed byselecting a low enough speed to give
themower cutting performance as well asthe quality of cut
desired.
, When operating attachments, select aground speed that will
suit the terrainand give best performance of the at-tachment being
used.
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORESCHEDULE
EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGEUSE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS
Check Brake Operation _Check Tire Pressure _ Q##
TF_ Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems
A Check for Loose Fasteners
C ChecWReplace Mower BladesT Lubrication Chart0 Check Battery
LevelR Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle CoolingCheck Mower LevelnessCheck V-Belts
Check Engine Oil LevelChange Engine Oil (with oil filter)Change
Engine Oil (without oil filter
_ Clean Air Filter
G Clean Air ScreenI Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
N Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)E Clean Engine Cooling
Fins
Replace Spark PlugReplace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
__ R__=placeFuel Filter
v' v'
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v' v'v'
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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or 3 -
Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.in high ambient
temperatures. 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free
battery.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty
conditions.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSThe warranty on this tractor does
notcover items that have been subjected tooperator abuse or
negligence. To receivefull value from the warranty, operatormust
maintain tractor as instructed in thismanual.Some adjustments will
need to be madeperiodically to properly maintain yourtractor.At
least once a season, check to see ifyou should make any of the
adjustmentsdescribed in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this
manual.* At least once a year you should replace
the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,and check blades and
belts for wear.A new spark plug and clean air filterassure proper
air-fuel mixture and helpyour engine run better and last
longer.
BEFORE EACH USE1. Check engine oil level.2. Check brake
operation.3. Check tire pressure.4. Check operator presence and
ROS systems for proper operation.5. Check for loose
fasteners.
LUBRiCATiON CHART
(_ Sic ) SpindleZerk Zerk
(_ Front WheelFront Bearing zerkBearing zerk
EngineSteerin(Sector GearTeeth (T) Mandrel
zerks
(_ General Purpose Grease(_) Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE"
Section
iMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease thepivot points which have
special nylonbearings. Viscous lubricants will attractdust and dirt
that will shorten the life of theself-lubricating bearings. If you
feel theymust be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-dered graphite
type lubricant sparingly.
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TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per-forming any
maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than five (5)
feet tostop at highest speed in highest gear on alevel, dry
concrete or paved surface, thenbrake must be serviced. (See "TO
CHECKBRAKE" in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this
manual).TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"section of this manual).
Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol chemicals
which can harm rub-ber.
Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharpobjects and other hazards
that maycause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and preventflat tires due to slow
leaks, tire sealantmay be purchased from your local partsdealer.
Tire sealant also prevents tire dryrot and corrosion.OPERATOR
PRESENCE SYSTEM ANDREVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)Be sure operator
presence and reverseoperation systems are working properly.If your
tractor does not function as de-scribed, repair the problem
immediately. The engine should not start unless the
brake pedal is fully depressed, andthe attachment clutch control
is in thedisengaged position.
CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCESYSTEM When the engine is running, any
at-
tempt by the operator to leave the seatwithout first setting the
parking brakeshould shut off the engine.
When the engine is running and theattachment clutch is engaged,
any at-tempt by the operator to leave the seatshould shut off the
engine.
, The attachment clutch should never op-erate unless the
operator is in the seat.
ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position(Normal Operating)
CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS)SYSTEM, When the engine is running
with the
ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi-tion and the attachment
clutch engaged,any attempt by the operator to shift intoreverse
should shut off the engine.
When the engine is running with theignition switch in the ROS
"ON" positionand the attachment clutch engaged,any attempt by the
operator to shift intoreverse should NOT shut off the engine.
BLADE CAREFor best results mower blades must besharp. Replace
worn, bent or damagedblades._, CAUTION: Use only a replacementblade
approved by the manufacturer ofyour tractor. Using a blade not
approved bythe manufacturer of your tractor is hazard-ous, could
damage your tractor and voidyour warranty.
BLADE REMOVAL1. Raise mower to highest position to al-
low access to blades.NOTE: Protect your hands with glovesand/or
wrap blade with heavy cloth.2. Remove blade bolt by turning
counter-
clockwise.3. Install new blade with stamped "THIS
SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel as-sembly.
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,center hole in blade must
align with star onmandrel assembly.4, Install and tighten blade
bolt securely
(45-55 Ft, Lbs, torque),IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is
heattreated,
Blade
Blade Bolt(Sl
Center Hole
MandrelAssembly
BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient
for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan
automotive charger will extend its life., Keep battery and
terminals clean. Keep battery bolts tight., Keep small vent holes
open., Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
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NOTE: The original equipment battery onyour tractor is
maintenance free. Do notattempt to open or remove caps or
covers.Adding or checking level of electrolyte isnot necessary.TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALSCorrosion and dirt on the battery
andterminals can cause the battery to "leak"power.1. Remove
terminal guard.2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and removebattery from tractor.
3. Rinse the battery with plain water anddry.
4. Clean terminals and battery cable endswith wire brush until
bright.
5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-leum jelly.
6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACINGBATTERY" in the SERVICE AND
AD-JUSTMENTS section of this manual).
TRANSAXLE COOLINGKeep transaxle free from build-up of dirtand
chaff which can restrict cooling.V-BELTSCheck V-belts for
deterioration and wearafter 100 hours of operation and replaceif
necessary. The belts are not adjustable.Replace belts if they begin
to slip fromwear.
ENGINELUBRICATIONOnly use high quality detergent oil ratedwith
API service classification SG-SL.Select the oil's SAE viscosity
gradeaccording to your expected operatingtemperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100
c -io -2; -1; ; 1'o _o _o 40TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE
NEXT OIL CHANGE
oi_ visccharNe
Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-eration or at least
once a year if the tractoris not used for 50 hours in one
year.Check the crankcase oil level before start-ing the engine and
after each eight (8)hours of operation.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OILDetermine temperature range expectedbefore
oil change. All oil must meet APIservice classification SG-SL.
Be sure tractor is on level surface.Oil will drain more freely
when warm.Catch oil in a suitable container.
1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be carefulnot to allow dirt to
enter the enginewhen changing oil.
2. Remove yellow cap from end of drainvalve and install the
drain tube onto thefitting.
Oil Drain Valve
ClosedandLockedPosition
Yellow Caic
Drain Tube
3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inwardslightly and turning
counterclockwise.
4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.5. After oil has drained
completely, close
and lock the drain valve by pushinginward and turning clockwise
until thepin is in the locked position as shown.
6. Remove the drain tube and replace thecap onto the end of the
drain valve.
7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-stick tube. Pour
slowly. Do not overfill.For approximate capacity see "PROD-UCT
SPECIFICATIONS" section of thismanual.
8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick forchecking level. Insert
dipstick intothe tube and rest the oil fill cap on thetube. Do not
thread the cap onto thetube when taking reading. Keep oilat "FULl"
line on dipstick. Tighten caponto the tube securely when
finished.
ENGINE OiL FILTERReplace the engine oil filter every seasonor
every other oil change if the tractor isused more than 100 hours in
one year.
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AIR FILTERYour engine will not run properly usinga dirty air
filter. Service paper cartridgeevery two months or every 25 hours
ofoperation, whichever occurs first.Service paper cartridge more
often underdusty conditions.Replace the paper cartridge annually,
orafter every 100 hours of operation.TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car-tridge. Handle new
cartridge carefully;do not use if the rubber seal is dam-aged.
NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridgeor use pressurized air, as
this will damagethe cartridge.1. Open door (A) on the blower
housing
to access the air cleaner element (B).2. Unhook the latch (C)
and remove the
element.3. Gently tap the paper element to dis-
lodge dirt.4. Clean all air cleaner components of
any accumulated dirt or foreign mate-rial. Prevent any dirt from
entering thethroat of carburetor.
5. Install cleaned or new element on thebase and secure with
latch.
6. Close and latch the door.
CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to
prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush
orcompressed air to remove dirt and stub-born dried gum fibers.
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREASTo insure proper cooling, make
sure thegrass screen, cooling fins, and other exter-nal surfaces of
the engine are kept clean atall times.Every 100 hours of operation
(more oftenunder extremely dusty, dirty conditions),remove the
blower housing and othercooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins
andexternal surfaces as necessary. Make surethe cooling shrouds are
reinstalled.NOTE: Operating the engine with ablocked grass screen,
dirty or pluggedcooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-moved will
cause engine damage due tooverheating.MUFFLERInspect and replace
corroded muffler andspark arrester (if equipped) as it could
cre-ate a fire hazard and/or damage.SPARK PLUG(S)Replace spark
plug(s) at the beginning ofeach mowing season or after every
100hours of operation, whichever occurs first.Spark plug type and
gap setting are shownin "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionof this
manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTERThe fuel filter should be replaced onceeach
season. If fuel filter becomesclogged, obstructing fuel flow to
carburetor,replacement is required.1. With engine cool, remove
filter and plug
fuel line sections.2. Place new fuel filter in position in
fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carbu-retor.
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks andclamps are properly
positioned.
4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-line.
Clamp
Fuel Filter
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CLEANING Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter., Keep finished surfaces and wheels
free
of all gasoline, oil, etc., Protect painted surfaces with
auto-
motive type wax.
We do not recommend using a gardenhose or pressure washer to
clean yourtractor unless the engine and transmis-sion are covered
to keep water out. Waterin engine or transmission will shorten
theuseful life of your tractor. Use compressedair or a leaf blower
to remove grass,leaves and trash from tractor and mower.
WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER=VICE
OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking
brake.2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.3. Place
attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.4. Turn ignition key to
"STOP" and remove key.5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts
have completely stopped.6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.
TRACTORTO REMOVE MOWER1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-
GAGED" position.2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest
position.3. Disengage belt tension rod (K) from
lock bracket (L)._lb CAUTION: Belt tension rod is springloaded.
Have a tight grip on rod and re-lease slowly.4. Remove mower belt
from electric
clutch pulley (M).5. Disconnect front link (E) from mower
- remove retainer spring and washer.
6. Go to either side of mower and discon-nect mower suspension
arm (A) fromchassis and rear lift link (C) from rearmower bracket
(D) - remove retainersprings and washers.
7. Go to other side of mower and discon-nect the suspension arm
and rear liftlink.
,_ CAUTION: After rear lift links are dis-connected, the
attachment lift lever will bespring loaded. Have a tight grip on
lift leverwhen changing position of the lever.
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8. From right side of mower, disconnectanti-sway bar (S) from
right rear mowerbracket (D) - remove retainer springand washer and
pull mower towardyou until the bar falls from the hole
inbracket.
9. Turn tractor steering wheel to the leftas far as it will
go.
10. Slide mower out from under right sideof tractor.
TO INSTALL MOWERFollow procedure described in "INSTALLMOWER AND
DRIVE BELT" in the As-sembly section of this manual.
TO LEVEL MOWERMake sure tires are properly inflated tothe PSI
shown on tires. If tires are overor under inflated, it may affect
the appear-ance of your lawn and lead you to thinkthe mower is not
adjusted properly.VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT1. With all tires
properly inflated and if
your lawn appears unevenly cut, de-termine which side of mower
is cuttinglower.
NOTE: As desired, you can raise the lowside of mower or lower
the high side.2. Go to side of mower you wish to adjust.3. With a
3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn
lift link adjustment nut (A) to the leftto lower the mower, or,
to the right toraise the mower.
, Test your adjustment by mowing someuncut grass and visually
checking theappearance. Readjust, if necessary,until you are
satisfied with the results.
PRECISION SIDE-TO-SIDEADJUSTMENT1. With all tires properly
inflated, park
tractor on level ground or driveway.CAUTION: Blades are sharp.
Protect
your hands with gloves and/or wrap bladewith heavy cloth.2.
Raise mower to its highest position.3. At both sides of mower,
position blade
at side and measure the distance(A) from bottom edge of blade to
theground. The distance should be thesame on both sides.
4. If adjustment is necessary, see steps 2and 3 in Visual
Adjustment instructionsabove.
5. Recheck measurements, adjust if nec-essary until both sides
are equal.
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENTIMPORTANT: Deck must be level
side-to-side.To obtain the best cutting results, themower blades
should be adjusted so thefront tip is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the
reartip when the mower is in its highest posi-tion.,_ CAUTION:
Blades are sharp. Protectyour hands with gloves and/or wrap
bladewith heavy cloth. Raise mower to highest position. Position
any blade so the tip is pointing
straight forward. Measure distance (B)to the ground at front and
rear tip of theblade.
Turn nut rightto raise mower
Turn nut leftto lower mower
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NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut willchange mower height
about 3/16". If front tip of blade is not 1/8" to 1/2"lower than
the rear tip, go to the front of
tractor.
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With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench,loosen jam nut A several
turns to clearadjustment nut B.With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench,
turnfront link adjustment nut (B) clockwise(tighten) to raise the
front of mower, or,counterclockwise (loosen) to lower thefront
mower.
Tighten adjust nutB to raise mower
Loosen adjust nutB to lower mower
Loosen jam nut A firstNOTE: Each full turn of the adjustmentnut
will change mower height about 1/8"., Recheck measurements, adjust
if nec-
essary until front tip of blade is 1/8" to1/2" lower than the
rear tip.
, Hold adjustment nut in position withwrench and tighten jam nut
securelyagainst adjustment nut.
TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL1. Park tractor on a level surface.
Engage
parking brake.2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest
position.3. Disengage belt tension rod (K) from,_ock bracket
(L).
CAUTION: Belt tension rod is springloaded. Have a firm grip on
rod and re-lease slowly.4. Remove screws (P) from R.H. and L.H.
mandrel covers and remove covers(Q).
5. Remove any dirt or grass clippingswhich may have accumulated
aroundmandrels and entire upper deck sur-face.
6. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley(M), both mandrel
pulleys (R) and allidler pulleys (S).
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION1. Install belt around both mandrel
pul-
leys (R) and around idler pulleys (S) asshown.
2. Install belt onto electric clutch pulley(M).
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-ing in all mower pulley
grooves.3. Reassemble R.H. and L.H. mandrel
covers (Q). Securely tighten all screws.4. Engage belt tension
rod (K) on locking
bracket (L).CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring
loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en-gage slowly.5. Raise
attachment lift lever to highest
position.
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TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCHThe electric clutch should provide
yearsof service. The clutch has a built-in brakethat stops the
pulley within 5 seconds.Eventually, the internal brake will
wearwhich may cause the mower blades tonot engage, or, to not stop
as required.Adjustments should be made by a Searsor other qualified
service center.1. Make sure attachment clutch and igni-
tion switches are in "OFF" position.2. Adjust the three nylon
Iocknuts until
space between clutch plate and rotormeasures .012" at all three
slot loca-tions cut in the side of brake plate.
NOTE: After installing a new electricclutch, run tractor at full
throttle andengage and disengage electric clutch 10cycles to wear
in clutch plate.
Rotor
BELT INSTALLATION -1. Install new belt from tractor rear to
front, over the steering plate (H) andabove clutch brake pedal
shaft (J).
2. Pull belt toward front of tractor and rollbelt around
electric clutch and ontoengine pulley (G).
3. Pull belt toward rear of tractor. Care-fully work belt down
around transaxleinput pulley (F). Be sure belt is insidethe belt
keeper.
4. Install belt through stationary idler (C)and clutching idler
(D).
5. Reinstall anti-rotation link (B) on rightside of tractor.
Tighten securely.
6. Reconnect clutch harness (A).7. Make sure belt is in all
pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides and keepers.8. Install mower (See "TO
INSTALL
MOWER" in this section of manual).
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface.
Engageparking brake. For assistance, there isa belt installation
guide decal on bottomside of left footrest.
BELT REMOVAL -1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of manual).NOTE: Observe entire motion
drive beltand position of all belt guides and keepers.2. Disconnect
clutch wire harness (A).3. Remove anti-rotation link (B) on
right
side of tractor.4. Remove belt from stationary idler (C)
and clutching idler (D).5. Pull belt slack toward rear of
tractor.
Remove belt upwards from transaxleinput pulley (F).
6. Remove belt downward from enginepulley and around electric
clutch (G).
7. Slide belt toward rear of tractor, off thesteering plate (H)
and removefrom tractor.
TO CHECK BRAKEIf tractor requires more than five (5) feet tostop
at highest speed in highest gear on alevel, dry concrete or paved
surface, thenbrake must be serviced.You may also check brake by:1.
Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or
paved surface, depress clutch/brakepedal all the way down and
engageparking brake.
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)position.
The rear wheels must lock and skidwhen you try to manually push
the tractorforward. If the rear wheels rotate, then thebrake needs
to be serviced. Contact aSears or other qualified service
center.
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FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBERYour new tractor front wheel toe-in
andcamber is set at the factory and is normal.The front wheel
toe-in and camber arenot adjustable. If damage has occurred
toaffect the factory set front wheel toe-in orcamber, contact a
Sears or other qualifiedservice center.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS1. Block up axle securely.2. Remove
axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rearwheels have a square key -
Do notlose).
3. Repair tire and reassemble.NOTE: On rear wheels only:
aligngrooves in rear wheel hub and axle. In-sert square key.4.
Replace washers and snap retaining
ring securely in axle groove.5. Replace axle cover.NOTE: To seal
tire punctures and preventflat tires due to slow leaks, purchase
anduse tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealantalso prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.
Washers
RetainingRing
Axle CoverI
_Square Key (RearWheel Only)
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-TERY_L, WARNING: Lead-acid
batteriesgenerate explosive gases. Keep sparks,flame and smoking
materials away frombatteries. Always wear eye protectionwhen around
batteries.If your battery is too weak to start the en-gine, it
should be recharged. (See "BAT-TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section
ofthis manual).If "jumper cables" are used for emergencystarting,
follow this procedure:IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equippedwith a 12
volt system. The other vehiclemust also be a 12 volt system. Do not
useyour tractor battery to start other vehicles.
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -1. Connect one end of the RED cable
to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of eachbattery(A-B), taking care
not to shortagainst tractor chassis.
2. Connect one end of the BLACK cableto the NEGATIVE (-)
terminal (C) offully charged battery.
3. Connect the other end of the BLACKcable (D) to good chassis
ground,away from fuel tank and battery.
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSEORDER -1. BLACK cable first from
chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.2. RED cable last from both
batteries.
Weak or Dead Fully ChargedBattery Battery
REPLACING BATTERY_,WARNING: Do not short batteryterminals by
allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both terminals
atthe same time. Before connecting battery,remove metal bracelets,
wristwatch bands,rings, etc.Positive terminal must be connected
first toprevent sparking from accidental ground-ing.1. Lift hood to
raised position.2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable (A)
then RED battery cable and carefullyremove battery from
tractor.
3. Install new battery with terminals insame position as old
battery.
4. First connect RED battery cable (B) topositive (+) battery
terminal with hexbolt and keps nut as shown. Tightensecurely. Slide
terminal cover (C) overterminal.
5. Connect BLACK grounding cable tonegative (-) battery terminal
with re-maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tightensecurely
6. Close hood.
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(_ Negative(Black)Cable
Hood
Headlight WireConnector
Positive(Red)Cable
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB1. Raise hood.2. Remove bulb holder
from the hole in
the backside of the grill.3. Replace bulb in holder and install
bulb
holder securely back into the hole inthe backside of the
grill.
4. Close hood.INTERLOCKS AND RELAYSLoose or damaged wiring may
causeyour tractor to run poorly, stop running, orprevent it from
starting., Check wiring. See electrical wiring
diagram in the Repair Parts section.TO REPLACE FUSEReplace with
30 amp automotive-typeplug-in fuse. The fuse holder is
locatedbehind the dash.
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS=SEMBLY1. Raise hood.2. Unsnap
headlight wire connector.3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood
at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off oftractor.
4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-connect the headlight wire
connector.
ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control
devices and systems,which are being done at the customers ex-pense,
may be performed by any non-roadengine repair establishment or
individual.Warranty repairs must be performed by anauthorized
engine manufacturer's serviceoutlet.CARBURETORIf your engine does
not operate properlydue to suspected carburetor problems,take your
tractor to a Sears or otherqualified service center for repair
and/oradjustment.High speed stop is factory adjusted. Donot adjust
- damage may result.IMPORTANT: Never tamper with theengine
governor, which is factory setfor proper engine speed.
Overspeed-ing the engine above the factory highspeed setting can be
dangerous. If youthink the engine-governed high speedneeds
adjusting, contact a Sears or otherqualified service center,, which
has properequipment and experience to make anynecessary
adjustments.
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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-age at the end of the
season or if the trac-_9_ will not be used for 30 days or more.
WARNING: Never store the tractorwith gasoline in the tank inside
a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the
engine to cool beforestoring in any enclosure.TRACTORRemove mower
from tractor for winterstorage. When mower is to be stored for
aperiod of time, clean it thoroughly, removeall dirt, grease,
leaves, etc. Store in aclean, dry area.1. Clean entire tractor (See
"CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of thismanual).
2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary(See belt replacement
instructions inthe Service and Adjustments section ofthis
manual).
3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenancesection of this
manual.
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screwsare securely fastened.
Inspect movingparts for damage, breakage and wear.Replace if
necessary.
5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paintsurfaces; sand lightly
before painting.
BATTERYFully charge the battery for storage.After a period of
time in storage, batterymay require recharging.To help prevent
corrosion and powerleakage during long periods of storage,battery
cables should be disconnectedand battery cleaned thoroughly (see
"TOCLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" inthe Maintenance section of this
manual).After cleaning, leave cables discon-nected and place cables
where theycannot come in contact with batteryterminals.If battery
is removed from tractor forstorage, do not store battery directly
onconcrete or damp surfaces.
ENGINEFUEL SYSTEMIMPORTANT: It is important to preventgum
deposits from forming in essentialfuel system parts such as
carburetor, fuelhose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or usingethanol or methanol) can
attract moisturewhich leads to separation and formation ofacids
during storage. Acidic gas can dam-age the fuel system of an engine
while instorage.
Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-gine and letting it run
until the fuel linesand carburetor are empty.Never use engine or
carburetor cleanerproducts in the fuel tank or permanentdamage may
occur.Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptablealternative in minimizing
the formation offuel gum deposits during storage. Addstabilizer to
gasoline in fuel tank or stor-age container. Always follow the mix
ratiofound on stabilizer container. Run engineat least 10 minutes
after adding stabilizerto allow the stabilizer to reach the
carbure-tor. Do not empty the gas tank and carbu-retor if using
fuel stabilizer.ENGINE OILDrain oil (with engine warm) and
replacewith clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" inthe Maintenance
section of this manual).CYLINDER(S)1. Remove spark plug(s).2. Pour
one ounce of oil through spark
plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).3. Turn ignition key to start
position for a
few seconds to distribute oil.4. Replace with new spark
plug(s).OTHER* Do not store gasoline from one season
to another., Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in yourgasoline will cause
problems.
* If possible, store your tractor indoorsand cover it to give
protection from dustand dirt.
* Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-tective cover that does
not retain mois-ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannotbreathe
which allows condensation toform and will cause your tractor to
rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor whileengine and exhaust areas are
still warm.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless
directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM
Will not start
Hard to start
Engine will notturn over'
CAUSE
1 Out of fuel.
2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly.
3 Engine flooded.
4 Bad spark plug.
5 Dirty air filter.
6 Dirty fuel filter.
7 Water in fuel.
8 Loose or damaged wiring.
9 Carburetor out of adjustment.
10 Engine valves out of adjustment.
1 Dirty air filter.
2 Bad spark plug.
3 Weak or dead battery.
4 Dirty fuel filter.
5 Stale or dirty fuel.
6 Loose or damaged wiring.
7 Carburetor out of adjustment.
8 Engine valves out of adjustment.
1 Brake pedal not depressed.
2 Attachment clutch is engaged.
3 Weak or dead battery.
4 Blown fuse.
5 Corroded battery terminals.
6 Loose or damaged wiring.
CORRECTION
1 Fill fuel tank.
2 See "TO START ENGINE" inOperation section.
3 Wait several minutes beforeattempting to start.
4 Replace spark plug.
5 Clean/replace air filter.
6 Replace fuel filter.
7 Empty fuel tank and carburetor,refill tank with fresh gasoline
andreplace fuel filter.
8 Check all wiring.
9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" inService and Adjustments
section.
10 Contact a Sears or other qualifiedservice center.
1 Clean/replace air filter.
2 Replace spark plug.
3 Recharge or replace battery.
4 Replace fuel filter.
5 Empty fuel tank and refill tank withfresh, clean gasoline.
6 Check all wiring.
7 See "To Adjust Carburetor" inService and Adjustments
section.
8 Contact a Sears or other qualifiedservice center.
1 Depress brake pedal.
2 Disengage attachment clutch.
3 Recharge or replace battery.
4 Replace fuse.
5 Clean battery terminals.
6 Check all wiring.
7 Faulty ignition switch.
8 Faulty solenoid or starter.
9 Faulty operator presenceswitch(es).
7 Check/replace ignition switch.
8 Check/replace solenoid or starter.
9 Contact a Sears or other qualifiedservice center.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless
directed to Sears service center
CAUSE
1 Weak or dead battery.
2 Corroded battery terminals.
3 Loose or damaged wiring.
4 Faulty solenoid or starter.
1 Cutting too much grass/too fast.
2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
3 Build-up of grass, leaves andtrash under mower.
4 Dirty air filter.
5 Low oil level/dirty oil.
6 Faulty spark plug.
7 Dirty fuel filter.
8 Stale or dirty fuel.
PROBLEM
Engine clicks butwill not start
Loss of power
Excessive vibration
Engine continues tcrun when operatorleaves seat withattachment
clutchengaged
9 Water in fuel.
10 Spark plug wire loose.
11
12
13
14
Dirty engine air screen/fins.
Dirty/clogged muffler.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
15 Engine valves out of adjustment.
1 Worn, bent or loose blade.
2 Bent blade mandrel.
3 Loose/damaged part(s).
1 Faulty operator-safety presencecontrol system.
CORRECTION
1 Recharge or replace battery.
2 Clean battery terminals.
3 Check all wiring.
4 Check/replace solenoid or starter.
1 Raise cutting height/reducespeed.
2 Adjust throttle control.3 Clean underside of mower
housing.
4 Clean/replace air filter.
5 Check oil level/change oil.
6 Clean and regap or change sparkplug.
7 Replace fuel filter.
8 Empty fuel tank and refill tank witPfresh, clean gasoline.
9 Empty fuel tank and carburetor,refill tank with fresh gasoline
andreplace fuel filter.
10 Connect and tighten spark plugwire.
11 Clean engine air screen/fins.
12 Clean/replace muffler.
13 Check all wiring.
14 See "To Adjust Carburetor" inService and Adjustments
section.
15 Contact a Sears or other qualifiedservice center.
1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.2 Contact a Sears or
other
qualified service center.
3 Tighten loose part(s).Replace damaged parts.
1 Check wiring, switches andconnections. If not
corrected,contact a Sears or other
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless
directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM
Poor cut = unevencutting
Mower blades willnot rotate
Poor grassdischarge
CAUSE
1 Worn, bent or loose blade.
2 Mower deck not level.
3 Buildup of grass, leaves, andtrash under mower.
4 Bent blade mandrel.
5 Clogged mower deck vent frombuild-up of grass, leaves,
andtrash around mandrels.
1 Obstruction in clutch mechanism.
2 Worn/damaged mower drive belt
3 Frozen idler pulley.
4 Frozen blade mandrel.
1 Engine speed too slow.
CORRECTION
1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.2 Level mower deck.
3 Clean underside of mowerhousing.
4 Contact a Sears or otherqualified service center.
5 Clean around mandrels toopen vent holes.
1 Remove obstruction.
2 Replace mower drive belt.
3 Replace idler pulley.
4 Contact a Sears or otherqualified service center.
1 Place throttle control in "FAST"position.
2 Travel speed too fast.
3 Wet grass.
4 Mower deck not level.
2 Shift to slower speed.
3 Allow grass to dry before mowing.4 Level mower deck.
Headlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)
5 Low/uneven tire air pressure.6 Worn, bent or loose blade.
7 Buildup of grass, leaves andtrash under mower.
8 Mower drive belt worn.
9 Blades improperly installed.
10 Improper blades used.
11 Clogged mower deck vent holesfrom buildup of grass, leaves,
andtrash around mandrels.
1 Light switch is "OFF".
2 Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.3 Faulty light switch.
4 Loose or damaged wiring.5 Blown fuse.
5 Check tires for proper PSI.
6 Replace/sharpen blade. Tightenblade bolt.
7 Clean underside of mowerhousing.
8 Replace mower drive belt.
9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down.
10 Replace with blades listed inthis manual.
11 Clean around mandrels toopen vent holes.
1 Turn light switch"ON".
2 Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).3 Check/replace light switch.
4 Check wiring and connections.
5 Replace fuse.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless
directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM
Battery will notcharge
Loss of drive
Engine "backfires"when turningengine "OFF"
Engine dies whentractor is shiftedinto reverse
CAUSE
1 Bad battery cell(s).2 Poor cable connections.
3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped).4 Faulty alternator.
1 Freewheel control in "disengaged"position.
2 Motion drive belt worn, damaged,or broken.
3 Air trapped in transmission
during shipment or servicing.
1 Engine throttle control not selbetween half and full speed
(fast)position before stopping engine.
1 Reverse operation system (ROS)is not "ON" while mower or
otherattachment is engaged.
CORRECTION
1 Replace battery.
2 Check/clean all connections.
3 Replace regulator.
4 Replace alternator.
1 Place freewheel control in"engaged" position.
2 Replace motion drive belt.
3 Purge transmission.
Move throttle control betweenhalf and full speed (fast)
positionbefore stopping engine.
Turn ignition key to ROS "ON"position. See Operation
section.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
co
ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL
15 DEGREES MAX.
_b ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up
anddown the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mowslopes
greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to preventtipping or
loss of control. Exercise extreme caution whenchanging direction on
slopes.
1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.2. Hold page
before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a
tree
trunk or other upright structure.3. Sight across the fold in the
direction of hill slope you want to measure.4. Compare the angle of
the fold with the slope of the hill.
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Garanfia .......................................................
35 Programa de Mantenimiento ....................... 52Reglas de
Seguridad ................................... 36 Servicio y Ajustes
........................................ 56Especificaciones del
Producto ..................... 39 Almacenamiento
.......................................... 62Montaje/Pre Operaci6n
................................ 41 Identificaci6n de Problemas
........................ 63Operaci6n
.................................................... 45 Servicio
Sears ................................ ContratapaMantenimiento
............................................. 52
GARANTiA LIMITADA PARA EL TRACTOR Y LA BATERiA CRAFTSMAN
2 AltOS PARA EL TRACTORSiempre que su uso y mantenimiento se
realicen de acuerdo alas instrucciones del Manual delOperador, si
este tractor Ilega a fallar debido a un defecto de materiales o de
fabricaci6n dentrode un plazo de dos (2) aflos a partir de la fecha
de compra, Ilame al 1-800-4-MY-HOME, o biengestione una reparaci6n
sin cargo.Durante los primeros 30 dfas de dicho plazo, no se le
cobrar& nada por reparar el producto en sudomicilio. Para su
conveniencia, podr& seguir contando con la posibilidad de
obtener el service dela garantia a domicilio una vez transcurridos
los primeros 30 dfas, pero en ese caso deber& pagarun
vi&tico. Usted podr& evitarse el costo del vi&tico si
Ileva el producto a un centro de serviciosautorizado de Craftsman.
Para saber cu&l le queda m&s cerca, Ilame al
1-800-4-MY-HOME.La cobertura de la garantia del tractor no incluye:
Aquellos elementos fungibles que se desgasten por el uso normal,
incluidos, de manera no
taxativa, las cuchillas, bujias, filtros de aire, correas y
filtros de aceite., Los servicios de mantenimiento est&ndar,
cambios de aceite o ajustes de motor., Los cambios o reparaciones
de neum&ticos pinchados por objetos extraflos, tales como
clavos,
espinas, tocones o trozos de vidrio., Las reparaciones que sea
preciso hacer debido a malas tecnicas de manejo por parte del
opera-
dor, entre las que se incluyen, de manera no taxativa, los
daflos causados por arrastrar objetosyendo m&s all& de la
capacidad del tractor, el choque con objetos que tuerzan el marco o
el ejedel cigL]eflal, o la aceleraci6n excesiva del motor.
Las reparaciones que sea preciso hacer debido a la negligencia
del operador, entre las quese incluyen, de manera no taxativa, los
daflos electricos y mec&nicos por guardar la unidadde manera
incorrecta, la no utilizaci6n del grado y la calidad apropiados de
aceite para motor,el no mantener el piso libre de restos y
escombros que puedan entrar en combusti6n, o el nomantener el
equipo de acuerdo alas instrucciones del manual del operador.
Las limpiezas o reparaciones del motor (sistema de combustible)
que sea preciso hacer porquese prueba que el combustible est&
contaminado u oxidado (pasado). En general, se debe utili-zar el
combustible dentro de los 30 dias posteriores a su fecha de
compra.
, El deterioro y desgaste normales de las terminaciones
exteriores, o la sustituci6n de las etiqu-etas del producto.
La bateria, la cual est& cubierta pot s61o 90 dias, como se
establece a continuaci6n.90 DiAS PARA LA BATERiAPor un plazo de
noventa (90) dias a partir de la fecha de compra, si la bateria que
viene con estetractor presenta algQn defecto de materiales o de
fabricaci6n (al probarla, comprobamos que nomantiene la carga), le
ser& reemplazada sin costo.Durante los primeros 30 dfas a
partir de la compra, no se le cobrar& por realizar el reemplazo
de labateria en su domicilio. Para su conveniencia, podr&
seguir contando con la posibilidad de obtenerel servicio de la
garantia a domicilio, pero en ese caso, deber& pagar un
vi&tico. Usted podr& evi-tarse el costo del vi&tico si
Ileva la bateria a un Centro de Servicios autorizado de Craftsman.
Parasaber cu&l le queda m&s cerca, llame al
1-800-4-MY-HOME.La totalidad de la cobertura de la garantia del
tractor y la bateria quedar& sin efecto en caso que elproducto
sea utilizado con fines comerciales o de alquiler.La presente
garantfa s61o ser& aplicable si el producto se encuentra dentro
de los Estados Unidos.La presente garantfa le otorga derechos
legales especfficos. Por otra parte, puede que ustedtenga otros
derechos, los cuales varian de estado a estado.Sears, Roebuck and
Co., Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179
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IMPORTANTE: Esta Maquina cortadora es capaz de amputar las
manosy los pies y de lanzarobjetos, si no se observan las
instrucciones de seguridad siguientes se pueden producir
lesionesgraves o la muerte.
_a_DVERTENClA: Siempre desconecte elalambre de la bujfa y
p6ngalo donde no puedaentrar en contacto con la bujfa, para evitar
elarranque por accidente, durante la preparaci6n,el transporte, el
ajuste o cuando se hacenreparaciones._&.DVERTENClA: No avance
cuesta abajo apunto muerto ya que podrfa perder el controldel
tractor._ADVERTENClA: Remolque solamente losaccesorios recomendados
y conformes alascaracterfsticas indicadas por el fabricante desu
tractor. Tenga cuidado y prudencia al utiNzarel tractor. Cuando se
encuentre en un decNve,oper utiNzando exclusivamente la
velocidadm&s baja. En caso de un decNve una carga ex-cesiva
podrfa resultar peNgrosa. Los neum&ti-cos pueden perder la
tracci6n con el suelo yhacerle perder el control de su
tractor._ADVERTENClA: El tubo de escape delmotor, algunos de sus
constituyentes y algunoscomponentes del vehfculo contienen o
despren-den productos qufmicos conocidos en el Estadode California
como causa de c&ncer y defectosal nacimiento u otros dahos
reproductivos._DVERTENCIA: Los bornes, terminales yaccesorios
relativos de la baterfa contienenplomo o compuestos de plomo,
productosqufmicos conocidos en el Estado de Californiacomo causa de
c&ncer y defectos al nacimientou otros daSos reproductivos.
Lavar lae manoedespu6s de manipularloe.I. FUNCIONAMIENTO
GENERAL
Leer, entender y seguir todas las instruccio-nes sobre la
m&quina yen el manual antesde empezar.
No porter las manos o los pies cerca departes giratorias o
debajo de la m&quina.mantener siempre Nmpia la abertura
dedescarga.
, Permitir el funcionamiento de la [email protected] a adultos que
tengan famiNaridad conlas instrucciones.
Limpiar el &rea de objetos como piedras,juguetes, cables,
etc. que pueden ser recogi-dos y disparados con las cuchiNas.
Asegurarse de que el &rea est@ Nbre de otraspersonas antes
de ponerla en marcha. Pararla [email protected] si alguien entra en el
@.rea.
, Nunca Ilevar pasajeros., No cortar marcha atr&s al no ser
absolu-
tamente necesario. Mirar siempre abajo ydelante mientras se
procede atr&s.
Nunca dirigir el material descargado hacianadie. Evitar
descargar material contraparedes u obstrucciones. El material
podrfarebotar hacia el operador. Parar las cuchiNascuando se pasan
superficies de grava.
No hacer funcionar la maquina sin elcaptador de hierba entera,
la protecci6n dedescarga u otros dispositivos de seguridaden su
lugar yen buenas condiciones.
, Ralentizar antes de girar., Nunca dejar una [email protected]
sin vigi-
lancia. Apagar siempre las cuchillas, poner elfreno de
estacionamiento, parar el motor, yquitar las Ilaves antes de
bajar.
Desconectar las cuchillas cuando no secorta. Apagar el motor y
esperar que todaslas partes est@n completamente paradasantes de
limpiar la [email protected], quitar el capta-dor de hierba, o desatascar la
protecci6n dedescarga.
, Hacer funcionar la [email protected] con la luzdel dia o luz
artificial buena.
, No hacer funcionar la [email protected] estando bajolos efectos de
alcohol o droga.
Poner atenci6n al [email protected] se operacerca de canes o se
cruzan.
Poner la [email protected] al cargar o descar-gar la [email protected]
una caravana o cami6n.
, Llevar siempre gafas de protecci6n cuandose hace funcionar la
[email protected].
, Los datos indican que los operadores apartir de los 60 ahos
[email protected] porun gran porcentaje de heridas relativas a
laconducci6n del cortac@sped. Estos opera-dores tendrfan que
evaluar su habilidad dehacer funcionar el cortac@sped de modo
Iobastante seguro para proteger a sf mismos ya otras personas de
heridas graves.
, Seguir las recomendaciones del fabricantep