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MODEL NUMBER 917.252710
OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the m
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 18.0 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen- OIL TYPE (API-SFiSG): SAE 10W-30 (above 32°F) ter/Department. We have competent, well-trained tech- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) nicians
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i i i i TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-26 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 16-19 STORAGE ................................................................... 27 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3
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ii ii ii ii i i i ii i ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS i iiiii ii i i i i ii ii iiii These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. MAINTENANCE ENGINE AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS FUEL STABILIZER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL SPARK PLUG % PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these ar
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i| illll i i ii ill i ii CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ill i i i i i ill i ii ii iiii i i Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton i III i III III II (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Seat Battery acid jJ (1) Knob Mulcher Steering Plate Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge m i Owner's Manual Parts Bag i i (2) Lock Washers #10 Parts bag contents not shown full size (2) Shoulder Q Bolts (2) Center- lock Nuts (2) Washers (_ (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gaug
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IN I ...... ASSEM BLY iii i ii i IIHIII I I I I I II II[llllll Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. .... ' _ i¸.2¸¸ ..... TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes ar
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i i i ASSEMBLY |ll ii i i i i HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR TERMINAL PREPARE BATTERY (See Figs. 2A and 2B) i i i Wash hands or clothing immediately if CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. accidentally in contact with battery acid. BOLTS Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive. Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps. Always wear gloves, clothing and goggles to protect your hands, skin and eyes. FIG. 2A ill = Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf
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i i ASSEMBLY i i CHECK TIRE PRESSURE _._,_:_ .-'" " TERMINAL The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. : _<_ BATTERY • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT : _f BOLTS SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS FASTENER For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly _'_" "'" _..._ BATTERY THREADED _ TRAY leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the DRAI
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i i ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING (See Figs. 7A & 7B) • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. ° Tighten hardware securely. • Raise and hold deflector sh
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR 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. AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH CHOKE LIFT LEVER IGNITION PLUNGER THROI-rLE SWITCH CONTROL LIGHT SWITCH ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNq MOTION CONTROL LEVER APPROX. SPEED 3 MPH 2 MPH 1
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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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9) cause "
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TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) • Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing • Make all turns slowly. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 8 and 11) shut off the engine. o When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage Select desired height of cut. transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling Lower mowe
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iiiiii i i i i i i i i OPERATION ADD GASOLINE PURGE TRANSMISSION ii i i iiii i • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). freewheel lever while the engine is run- fAcAu o. "everen ageor'isengage I ning. IMPORTANT" WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES i iii i i i IIH iii i BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER To ensure proper operation and
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND is attached to tractor. TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- performance. See 'q'O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in pings many times and reduce them in size so that as the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. they fall onto the
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ii i ii i i i i i iiiiiii i i i i i ii ii ii CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ill= = = = = = 1111 = 11 = = = = = = 11 AS YOU COMPLETE _O_ _" _._ #.._ £._ £._ £._ 0'_: SE.V.C O TES Check Brake Operation ........ j If If Check Tire Pressure If if f Check for Loose Fasteners ..... If Vt7 If Aa "sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _4 ...... c Lub.ca"on cha" ..... ,,,,,V' T C heck Battery Leve!/Recharge If6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals t_ tf a Check Transaxle Cooling " Adjus! Blade Belt(s) Tension t#45 Adjust Mot
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ° To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter TRACTOR steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- balancer, follow the instructions supplied with hal- nance. anGer). • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt BRAKE OPERATION or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal If tractor requires more than six (6) fee
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 17) TRANSAXLE COOLING Determine temperature range expected before oil change. The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG. clean to assure proper cooling. Be sure tractor is on level surface. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. Oil will drain more freely when warm. o Catch oil in a suitable container. • Inspec
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES m ii lu ii i Ill I I u I Ill I Ill nil I I II III ii i i i i i ill -- TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER ENGINE OIL FILTER • Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. year. • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent MUFFLER cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. Inspect and repla
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS i ii i CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. i Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 21) SUSPENSION E
