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MODEL NUMBER 917.259561 OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
oRepair 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. III. CHILDREN I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the •
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a. Sears PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 19.5 turad to give you the best possible dependability and i performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS Should you experience any problem 'you cannot easily AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (abeve 32°F) Service Center/Department. We have competent, well- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) trained
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ...... ................................. _.................... 2 OPERATION ........................................................... 10-14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ............................... ....... 3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 STORAG
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS Theseaccessodoo andattachments wereavailablethroughmostSearsretailoutletsandservicecenterswhenthetractorwaspumhased. MostSears storescan orderthese itemsfor you whenyou providethe modelnumberof yourtractor. MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABlUZER AIR RLTER BLADES BELTS % PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide vadety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are listedbelow with brief explanations of how they can help you. This list was curre
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rl CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton r-q Seat Video Cassette Steering Wheel Mulcher Plate @ (1) Locknut 5/16-18 .J Steering Boot Manual Parts Bag (1) Shoulder (1) Hex Bolt _i" Bolt 5/16-18 f Parts bag contents not shown full size 17/32 x 1-3/16.x 12 (2) Washers 3/8 Gauge x 7/8 x 14 Gauge _ (1)Washer _ (2) Shoulder (2) Gauge Bolts Wheels (1) Lock Washer 1/2 © __t (2) Lock (2) Center- #10 x 5/8 (2) Screws ( lock Nuts Steering Wheel Adapter (2) Keys Wash#_O 2) Washers q l
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ASSEMBLY I Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shlpplng 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 _:E INSERT wrench sizes are listed, (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet X BOLT I@1 (2) 7/16" wrenches Phillips
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ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR SEAT CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) SEAT PAN CAUTION: Do not short battery terml- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the SHOULDER same time. Before connecting battery, BOLT \ remove metal bracelets, wrlstwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. ADJUSTMENT BOLT Lift hood to raised position• • Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec- FIG. 3
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ASSEMBLY I TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR GAUGE WHEEL MOUN_NG DISCHARGING BRACKET "_. Simplyremove mulcher plate and store in a safe place, Yourmoweris nowreadyfor dischargingor installation of optionalgrasscatcheraccessory. DEFLECTOR LOCKNUT 3/8" WASHER SHOULDER BOLT GAUGE WHEEL FIG. 4 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 & 6) LATCH HOOKS • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting FIG. 6 weld
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature suppliedwith the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BAI-rERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED N H L L R REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE ! lg MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AW
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I i OPERATION I KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparetheillustrations withyourtractortofamiliadzeyourself withthelocations ofvariouscontrolsandadjustments. Save thismanualfor future reference. ATTACHMENT IGNITION UGHTSWITCH CLUTCHLEVER sWITCH POBmON AMMETER 1 CHOKE " _ _ " " " " " " " " • LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE CONTROL ATTACHMENT ' O CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG. 7 Our tractors conform
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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 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 pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's positlon; to empty TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) I_ CAUTION: Always stop tractor
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I OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) • To restartmovement, slowly release parking brakeand clutch/brake pedal. Your tractor isequipped withan operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with • Make all turns slowly. the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. TO TRANSPORT • Select desired height of cut. • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- ment liftcontrol. • Lower mower with attachment liftcontrol. •
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OPERATION in the opposite direction making left hand tums until TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) finished (See Fig. 10 ). When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move reduce load and possible fire hazard from dded clip- fuel from the tank to the engine. dPin_ls. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/bra
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I I I CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___/_ ,_ _/_ FILL IN DATES /_'_/_Q"_//_/._O_J_ AS You COMPL REGU R BERV,CE DATES Check Brake Operati°n _Vp _Vp Check Tire Pressure T Check for Loose Fasteners V _ I_';' V' H Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades =_j4 A LubricationChart T Check Battery Level/Recharge, Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling V' Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension VPs Adjust MotionDrive Belt(s) Tension b/5 Check Engine Oil Level V t V t Change Engine Oil _1,2,3 V t
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- TRAlUNG EDGE ments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintainproper airpre_urs in all tires (See "PROD- HEX BOLT UCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insec
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig; 14) BATTERY Determine temperature range expected before oilchange. Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH. cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the • Be sure tractor is on level surface. battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable cont
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES I AIR FILTER (See Flg. 16) Your engine will not run pmpedy using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- ;OE' LEA.E. tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hoursof operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. Failure to clean or service air cleaner will cause engine to run rich and could cause spark plug fouling. KNOB_ RT_RIDG • Unhook clips on both sides
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I I i I CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES I I I I I MUFFLER CLAMP, CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark an'ester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in FUEL "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. FILTER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) FIG. 18 The fuel filter should be replace
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SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place gearshift lever In neutral (N) posltlon. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignltlon key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and placew|rewhere it cannot come In contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) Mower will be easie
