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Owner's Manual
ICRAFTSMAWJ
18.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917,272410
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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Maintenance ....................................... 17 Warranty ............................................... 2 Service and Adjustments .................... 21 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Storage ............................................... 27 Assembly .............................................. 8 Troubleshooting ................................. 28 Operation ............................................ 11 R
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructionsin the manual and on the controland tipover accidents, which can re- machine before starting. sult in severe injury or death. All slopes • Only allow responsibleadults, who are re
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• Never run a machine inside a closed Ill.CHILDREN area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade is not alert to the presence of children. attachment bolts, tight and keep Children are often attracted to the equipment in good condition. machine and the mowing activity. Never • Never tamper with safety devices. assume that children will remain where Check their proper operation regularly. you last saw them. • Keep machine tree of grass, leaves, or • Keep
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• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor. Use common sense when tires lose traction, disengage the towing. Operate only at the lowest blades and proceed slowly straight possible speed when on a slope. Too down the stope. heavy of a load, while on a slope, is • If machine s
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REPAIR AGREEMENT 3RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 1,25 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears .3APACITY UNLEADED store for details. \NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES )ILTYPE SAE 10W30 • Read and observe the safety rules, API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE32 °F) • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- SAE 5W-30 ing, caring for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- (BELOW 32°F) nance" and =Storage" sections of this _)ILCAPACITY: W/FI
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Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer 1) Hex Bolt (1) Hex Bolt washer (1) Lock 3/8 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering Steering Extension Shaft Boot q _ Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob S,opeSh.e, II:l Video Cassette (2) Keys
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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 aU parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY _.:_._./Insert A socket wrench set will make assembly '_ .---- 3/SHex Bolt easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed belo
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NOTE: You may now rollor drive your tractor oft the skid. Follow the appropriate instructionbelow to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal Batteej TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Door Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest INSTALL SEAT position, 2. Release parking brake by depressing Adjust seat before tightening adjustment clutch/brake pedal. knob. 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) 1. Remove adj
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CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF INSTALL MULCHER PLATE ALL B ELTS (Ifpreviously removed) 1. Raise andhold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive upright position. belts in the Service and Adjustments 2. Place front ofmulchar plate over front ofmower deck opening andslide into sectionof this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. place, asshown, 3, Hook frontlatch intohole onfront of CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM mower deck. After you learn how
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature suppled with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING EHO,NEOH ENG,HEOFF OILPeESSUnE L,ONTSO. OVI,_MP ]_ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWERLI_ LOCKED H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATFACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (Auto
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KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference, Ught Switch Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch switch U_ Ammeter ..... -. Lever Plunger Throttle/Choke Attachment Contml LiR Lever Clutch/Brake Height Psdai Adjustment , Indicator Parking Brake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safety
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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 spectacles or standard safety glasses. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignitionswitch HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR in any position other than "OFF" will TO SET PARKING BRAKE cause the battery to be discharged, Yourtractor is equipped with a
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_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower • The average lawn should be cut to without either the entire grass catcher, on approximately 2-1/2 inches during the mowers so equipped, or the deflector cool season and to over 3 inches shield in place. during hot months. For healthier and AttachmentClutch AttachmentUft Lever better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. SwitchPullOutTo _ HighPosition • For best cutting performance, grass Engage., _._ .-S<_..._Lp_Wtion over 6 inches in height sho
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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER _kWARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or ATTACHMENTS using ethanol or methanol) can attract Tow only the attachments that are moisture which leads to separation and recommended by and comply with formation of acids during storage. Acidic specificationsof the manufacturer of your gas can damage the fuel system of an tractor. Use common sense when towing. engine while in storage. To avoid engine Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is p
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COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50=F and below) 6. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the I choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depend- MULCHING MOWINGTIPS ing on the temperature. • The attachments can also be used IMPORTANT: For best performance, during the engine warm-up pedod. keep mower housing free of built-up NOTE: ifat a I'_h _
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AS YOU COMPLETE Ch_d_ Brake Or_a,on t/ t/ CheW'are Pm_ure I,/ t/ C_ed_Operator Presence and T Interlock Syste¢_ I_ R Check forLoose Fast_ _ 1/7 I_ Sharpe_R_ace Mowor818de_ V'4 T Lub_,=.=, C.=_ t/ l/ 0 Cheex Bat__ R c_,__ =rid Tm_t= Vt V' Che_ Transaxle Cooling A_lu_8lade _$) T_ I,/s A_u_ MotionOdw Ben(s)T_ iV/s Ch=_ E,_,oO,=.=v_ V' t/ E Cleln Nr F'llter ql_=! N CleanAirScreen f/'= bM_pectMulfledSpark Armster 11_ Rep_caCa R_ (wtqutppeo_ V_.= Re_a=aspark P_ug V' V" Replace N_ Rlte_ Paper C8_tddge
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IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex belt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown. stopping distance at high speed in 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. highest gear, then brake must be ad- torque). justed. (See =TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 h
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• Keep battery and terminals clean. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL , Keep battery bolts tight. Determine temperature range expected , Keep small vent holes open. before oil change. All oil must meet API , Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. service classification SF-SJ. NOTE: The original equipment battery on • Be sure tractor is on level surface. /our tractor is maintenance free, Do not • Oil will drain more freely when warm. attempt to open or remove caps or covers. • Catch oil in a suitable container.
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MUFFLER Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), Inspect and replace corroded muffler and remove the blower housing and other spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins create a fire hazard and/or damage. and external surfaces as necessary. SPARK PLUGS Make sure the cooling shrouds are Replace spark plugs at the beginning of reinstalled. each mowing season or after every 100 NOTE: Operating the engine with a hours of
