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Owner's Manual
CRRFTSMRN °
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GARDEN TRACTOR
25.0 HE 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.276361
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently previously engines. you
[_ from built Before start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
operating this equipment.
5 am - 5 pm,
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Warranty................................................ 2 Maintenance........................................ 16 SafetyRules.......................................... 3 Service andAdjustments.....................21 ProductSpecifications...........................6 Storage................................................ 29 Assembly/Pre-Operation.......................7 Troubleshooting................................... 30 Operation............................................... 9 RepairParts....
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- • Never direct discharged material cidental starting when setting up, trans- toward anyone. Avoid discharging porting, adjusting or making repairs, material against a wall or obstruction. always disconnect spark plug wire and Material may ricochet back toward the place wire
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I1. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which can safe machine operation. Children who result in severe injury or death. Opera- have been given rides in the past may tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If suddenly appear in the mowing area you cannot back up the slope or if you feel for another ride and be run over or
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• Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom Check their proper operation regularly. the truck or trailer and refuel it onthe • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or ground.If this is not possible,then other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel refuelsuch equipment with a portable spillage and remove any fuel-soaked container, rather than from a gasoline debris. Allow machine to cool before dispenser nozzle. storing. • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim • If you strike a foreign object, stop and of the
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS In the state of California the above is re- quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- Gasoline 5.0 Gallons nia Public Resources Code). Other states Capacity Unleaded may have similar laws. Federal laws apply and Type: Regular on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Oil Type SAE 10W30 Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS 'API-SG-SL): (above 32°F) section of this manual). SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) REPAIR PROTECTION Oil Capacity:
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Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. ADJUST SEAT When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of 1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment view, when you are in the operating posi- knobs. tion (seated behind the steering wheel). 2. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM 3. Slide seat until a comfortable position CARTON is reached which allows you to press UNPACK CARTON clut
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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly _nction of controls) adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in WARNING: Before starting, read, un- the Service and Adjustments section of derstand and follow all instructions in the this manual. Operation section of this manual. Be sure ,/CHECKLIST tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of
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Thesesymbols mayappearon yourtractor or in literaturesuppliedwiththe product. Learnand understandtheirmeaning. R N H L I',,I SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCF G G ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAN OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) t ol FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVER TEMP FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT BRAK_CLUTCH KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED PEDAL (S
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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. Choke Control Ignition "ON" Ammeter Switch Position Attachment Clutch Brake Pedal Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever g Brake Lever Motion Drive Belt Tension Handle Control Lever Height Adjustment Knob Free Wheel Light Switch Control Our trac
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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 SAFETYGLASSES glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. • Never use choke to stop engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other than "STOP" will Your tra
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TO OPERATE MOWER The cuttingheight rangeis approximately 1-1/2"to 4-1/2". The heightsaremea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator suredfrom the groundto the bladetip with presence sensing switch. Any attempt the engine not running. by the operator to leave the seat with the These heightsare approximateand may engine running and the attachment clutch vary dependinguponsoil conditions, engaged will shut off the engine. You must heightof grassand types of grassbeing remain fully and centrally
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USING THE REVERSE OPERATION Transmission Engaged SYSTEM - 1. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. 2. With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi- tion. 3. Look down and behind before and while backing. 4. Slowly move motion control lever to Transmission Disengaged reverse (R) position to start movement. NOTE: To protect hood from damage 5. When use of the ROS is no longer when transporting your tractor on a truck needed, turn the ignition key clockwise
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The attachmentsand grounddrive can _,CAUTION: Wipeoff anyspilled oil or now beused.If the engine does not fuel. Do not store,spill or use gasoline acceptthe load, restart the engine and near anopen flame. allowit to warm up for one minuteusing IMPORTANT:Whenoperatingin temper- the choke as describedabove. aturesbelow32°F(0°C),use fresh,clean COLDWEATHERSTARTING(50° F and winter gradegasolineto helpinsuregood below) cold weatherstarting. CAUTION: Alcoholblendedfuels (called 7. Whenengine starts,s
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PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS ,_CAUTION: Never engage or dis- • Tire chains cannot be used when the engage freewheel lever while the engine mower housing is attached to tractor. is running. • Mower should be properly leveled for To ensure proper operation and per- best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the formance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating Service and Adjustments section of this manual. tractor for the first time. This procedure will
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AS YOU COMPLETE REGOLAR SERV,CE E R V'OE OATE S Chh:_ Birak; iOsPe_i ° n _ Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems I_ R Check for Loose Fasteners tf I_s 1_ A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3 TC Lubrication Chart If tf 0 Check Battery Level 1_4 R Clean Battery and Terminals _ I_ Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts I_ Check Engine Oil Level I1_ I1_ Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1#41,2 I_ E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1,. I_ N Clean Air Filter _11_2 G Clean Air Screen _1_2 NI
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TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- • When the engine is running with the forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt by the operator to shift into stop at highest speed in highest gear on a reverse should shut off the engine. level, dry concrete or paved surface, then • When the engine is running with the brake mu
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• To check blade balance, you will need a Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis- 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone sion while engine is running or while the balancer. (When using a cone balancer, transmission is hot. To prevent possible follow the instructions supplied with damage to seals, do not use high pressure balancer.) water or steam to clean transaxle. NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades blade. The lobes of the center hole may are in
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5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to Oil Drain Valve remove excess oil. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE To Open • Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car- To Close tridge. NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge. 1. Remove nut and cartridge plate. 2. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and Drain Tube oiled) over the paper cartridge. 3. Check rubber seal for damage and proper position around stud. Replace if neces
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MUFFLER Clamp Clamp Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- Fuel Filter- ate a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG(S) CLEANING Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of each mowing season or after every of all foreign matter. 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" of all gasoline, oil,
