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Owner's Manual
JCRRFTSMRN°J
LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275764
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
[_ his product has a low emission engine which operates
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all Safety
1-800-659-5917
Rules and Instructions before
Sears Craftsman Help Line
operating this equipment.
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MaintenanceSchedule........................18 Warranty................................................ 2 Serviceand Adjustments.....................23 Safety Rules.......................................... 3 ProductSpecifications...........................6 Storage................................................ 29 AssemblyPre-Operation ........................8 Troubleshooting................................... 30 Operation............................................. 11 RepairParts............
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Never direct discharged material _,WARNING: In order to prevent ac- toward anyone. Avoid discharging cidental starting when setting up, trans- material against a wall or obstruction. porting, adjusting or making repairs, Material may ricochet back toward the always disconnect spark plug wire and operator. S
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I1.SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopesare a major factorrelatedto loss of be seriously injured or interfere with controland tip-over accidents,which can safe machine operation. Children who resultin severeinjury or death. Opera- have been given rides in the past may tion onall slopesrequiresextra caution. If suddenly appear in the mowing area you cannot back up the slope or if you feel for another ride and be run over or uneasy on i
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• Remove gas-powered equipment from • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or the truck or trailer and refuel it on the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel ground. If this is not possible, then spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline storing. dispenser nozzle. • If you strike a foreign object, stop and • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim inspect the machine. Repair, if neces- o
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In the state of California the above is re- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- Gasoline 2.00 Gallons nia Public Resources Code). Other states Capacity Unleaded may have similar laws. Federal laws apply and Type: Regular on federal lands. A spark arrester for the Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) muffler is available through your nearest (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS (Below 32°F) section of this manual). Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints
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Steering Wheel Steering Wheel insert (1) Large Flat Washer Steering u I I w Steering Wheel Adapter Extension Boot Shaft Steering (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 U Seat \ (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet 7
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers (1) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pr
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7. Slide seat until a comfortable position NOTE: You may now roll or drive your is reached which allows you to press tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor clutch/brake pedal all the way down. from the skid. 8. Get off seat without moving its ad- justed position. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See 9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt Operation section for location and securely. function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise Seat attachme
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE V'CHECKLIST The tires onyourtractor were overinflated Before you operate your new tractor, we at the factory for shippingpurposes. Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best rect tire pressureis importantfor best performance and satisfaction from this cuttingperformance. quality product. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in Please review the following checklist: "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section v" All assembly instructions have been of this manual. completed. v" No remai
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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'-,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ® @ ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) t oi FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVER TEMP FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT m ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT BRAK_CLUTCH KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENG
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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. Ignition Switch Attachment ROS "ON" Position Clutch Lever ..... - Lever Plunger Ligl "- Attachment Lift Lever Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/Brake Height Adjustment Pedal -.. "-- -_-_ - ___ _t Indicator Freewheel Parking Brake Lever Control Motion
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in TO SET PARKING BRAKE any position other than "STOP" will cause Your tractor is
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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Attachment Attachemnt Clutch Lever Gauge wheels are properly adjusted "Engaged" High when they are slightly off the ground when Position Position mower is at the desired cutting height in / operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help Position prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. "Disengaged '_ NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor Position Deflector on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUS
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TO OPERATE ON HILLS TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS _WARNING: Do not drive up or down Tow only the attachments that are recom- hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do mended by and comply with specifications not drive across any slope. Use the slope of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use guide at the back of this manual. common sense when towing. Too heavy • Choose the slowest speed before start- of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. ing up or down hills. Tires can lose traction w
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP TO START ENGINE Before driving the unit in cold weather, Whenstartingthe engine for the first time the transmission should be warmed up as or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will follows: take extra cranking time to move fuel from 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. the tank to the engine. 2. Place the motion control lever in 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the neutral. Release the parking brake transmission engaged position. and let the clutch/brak
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MOWING TIPS J • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. 00272 • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been • If grass is extremely tall, it should be cut. Have the cut area to the right of mowed twice to reduce load and pos- the tractor. This will result in a more sible fire hazard from dried clippings
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MA,.TE.A.CE SC.EOULE FILL IN DATES /_/_X'x_'_/_ _ " AS YOU COMPLETE /__/_ _4 _/_/O.Oq. _" REGULAR SERVICE /_r/_'_d_VSERVlOE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems I_ R Check for Loose Fasteners If I_s A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3 C Lubrication Chart I_ If 0 Check Battery Level _4 R Clean Battery and Terminals I_ Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts If Check Engine Oil Level If Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1_1,2 E Change Engine Oi
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CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) TRACTOR SYSTEM Alwaysobservesafetyrules whenper- • When the engine is running with the formingany maintenance. ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- BRAKE OPERATION tion and the attachment clutch engaged, Iftractor requiresmorethanfive (5)feet to any attempt by the operator to shift into stop at highestspeed in highestgear ona reverse should shut off the engine. level,dry concrete or pavedsurface,then • When the engine is running with the brakemust be checkedand
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• To check blade balance, you will need a • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip- 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone pings and other materials. To prevent balancer. (When using a cone balancer, damage to seals, do not use com- follow the instructions supplied with pressed air or high pressure sprayer to balancer.) clean cooling fins. NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID blade. The lobes of the center hole may The transaxle was sealed at the factory appear to be c
