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_ODEL
UMBER 917,256930
OWNER'S MANUAL
Tt,!
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer
Responsibi _ntBes
o $ervnce
o Adjustments
o Repagr Parts
Caution:
Read and Foimow
a!! Safety Rules
and Rnstructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: TH IS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS_ FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH, |. GENERAL OPERATION lU. CHILDREN . Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the epe_'ator 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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HORSEPOWER: 125 mance, Should you experience any problem you cannot easily GASOLINE CAPACITY: 1.,4GALLONS remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service UNLEADED REGULAR CentedDepartment., We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this OIL (3..0 PINTS) SAE 30 (above 32°F) tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Please read and retain this manual., The instructions will SPARK PLUG (GAP 030 INn): CHAMPION RJ_19LM enable you to assemble and maintain your tract
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TA LE OF CONTENTS OPERATION .......................................................... 11-14 SAFETY RULES ...... ............................................. .. ........ 2:.:.... MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...... ,...., ............. .;...,.".15 PRODUOT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 19-23 CUSTOM ER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18 STORAGE ................................................................... 24
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown furl size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Large Flat Washer Seat Battery acid © / i_L _ Plate (1) Locknut 3/8-24 Steering Wheel Battery Steering Sleeve (1) ShouJder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 Owner's blanual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Washer 17_32 x 1-3/i6 x 12 Gauge ....... , ,;;;; ............... ,,, ,,, Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter ..... © (1) Wing Nut 3/8 (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, alt parts and hardware you assemblemust be tightened securely, Use the correct tools as necessaq7 to insure proper tightness_ TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING A socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed,, Pliers (1) 9/16" wrench Tire pressure gauge (2) 7/16" wrenches Screwdriver (1) 3/4
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ASS LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR _NSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4) • .... Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt,. PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 3) o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan° o Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt,. CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. = Assemble adjustment bolt, !ockwasher and flat washer Wash hands or clothing immediately if !oosely. Do not tighten. accidentally in contact with battery acid. = Tighten shoulder bolt securely., Do not smoke. Fumes from charged o L
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INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 5 & 6) BATTERY BOX DOOR CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- POSITIVE tal grounding_ _EGATIVE (RED) CABLE (BLACK) CABLE Lift seat to raised position. • Open battery box door.. o Be sure drain tube is attached to bottom of battery box and tube passes through to hole in chassis for proper drainage.. o Lower bat
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ASSEM LY ............. , : :..:..:.....:..: iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 7 & 8 DEFLECTOR SHIELD """ guard from mower. Raise and hold WASHER guard when attaching mulcher plate LOCK and allow it to rest on plate while in CAUTION: Do not remove discharge WASHER HANG ........ o,peratijon; ................ O Raise and hold deflector shield in the upright position_ Position alignment cup over' rear baffle. _) Pivot mulcher plate forward and hook on mounting bolto Be sure hang tab hooks top of deck
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14:NOWYOUR LAWN TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL & SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE/ CHOKE CONTROL FUEL CAP CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL "'"_ MOWER CLUTCH LEVER GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER MOWER IGNITION LIFT SWITCH LEVER FIG. g Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards _nstitut
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OPERATION 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 before starting your tractor and while moving. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR CLUTCH/ THROTTLE/ BRAKE CHOKE TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 10) PEDAL CONTROL o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold GEARSHIFT • Place parkin
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o Move gearshift lever to i st gear and be sure you have o Theaveragelawnshouldbe cut to approximately allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart 2-1/2inchesduringthe coolseasonandto over3 movement. inchesduringhotmonths..For healthier andbetter looking lawns,mowoftenandaftermoderate growth.. o To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutchlbrake pedal. o Forbestcuttingperformance, grassover6 inchesin heightshouldbe mowedtwice. Makethefirstcut o Make all turns slowly_
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TO START ENGBNE (See Fig. 9) When starting engine for' the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wilt take extra cranking time to move fue! from the tank to the engine. ° Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. o Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. o Move mower clutch to*"DISENGAGED" position,. . Move throttle control lever to"CHOKE" position for cold engine start.. For warm engine start, move throttle control to "FAST" position.. o Turn ignition key clockwis
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.... @l E-SP@N 7UES .......................... ::: ....................... AS YOU COMPLETE /_.55_,_9_ _[_0%_// REGU_R SERVICE ...... 6!ES._ Check Brake Operation 64# Check Tire Pressure _#' T Checkfor Loose Fasteners R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades e/4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level(Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals _/ ........... !_' R CheckTransaxle Cooling ....... ..................... Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension .......... ' ..... ' i 1 ¸ Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _
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ESPONS LINES CUSTO ER TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16) TRACTOR Care should be taken to keep the blade balance& An Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nance tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION o The blade can be sharpened with a rite or on a grinding wheel° Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower., if tractor' requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance o To check blade balance, you wilt need a 5/8
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.......... ..... .: • , ..... ,,, ,,,,,, ,,, ....... 1,,,,,,_ ,,: .................... _" '"'_ ........ : ........... TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig,, 18) - TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS - Determine temperature range expected before oil change. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause AI oil must meet API service classification SG the battery to "leak" power, o Be sure tractor is on level surface, o Open battery box door,, o Oil will drain more freelywhen warm. o Disconnect BLAC
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OUSTO ER ESPO ES TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE - ENGUNE COOLHNG F_NS (See Fig. 21} • Remove cartridge nuL Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to o Remove cartridge and clean by tapping gently on ffat prevent engine damage from overheating_ surface.. ° Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent o Ifvery dirty, replace orwash in a nonsudsing detergent entry of dirt. and warm water solution. Rinse thoroughly with water ° Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing from in
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CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: . Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. o Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. • 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. .r ,, .............. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Figs. 23 & 24) Mowerwill be
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSBNG FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 & 28) - IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL S1DE*TO-SfDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manua0. EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE Iftires are over o runderinfiated, you will not properly adju
