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Owner's Manual
rRI:IFTSMI:IN
19.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270770
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION: For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all
1-800-659-5917
Safety Rules and Instructions
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
before operating this equip-
ment.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Maintenance ......................................... 17 Warra_y..,.;.....;_ ...... _....;........ .................. 2 Service and Adjustments ...................... 21 Safety Rules ..::;;..;...; ...:..... :...... ............. 2 Produ_ S_if_ahons _.,...:..,.,_.:. .......... 5 Storage ................................................. 27 Assembly ................ J..:.,;._... _ ................. 8 Troubleshooting .................................... 28 Operation..'...... ! ,_ ...... _..... _....
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• Turn off blades when not mowing. • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Do not use grass catcher on steep • Mow only in daylight or good artificial slopes. light. CHILDREN • Do not operate the machine while under Tragic accidents can occur if the operator the influence of alcohol or drugs. is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the • Watch for traffic when ope
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• Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairswith manufacturer's recommended parts, the enginerunning. when necessary. • Grass catcher components are subject • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and which could expose moving parts or use extra caution when servicing them. allow objects to be thrown. Frequently • Check brake operation frequently. check components and replace with Adjust and service as required. • Be sure the area is clear
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your HORSEPOWER: 19.0 nearest Sears Authorized Service Center. GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS We have competent, well-trained techni- CAPACITY UNLEADED cians and the proper tools to service or AND TYPE: REGULAR repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The OIL TYPE SAE 30 (above 32°F) instructions will enable you to assemble API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30 and maintain your tractor properly. Always (b
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I I II I I PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE i I i I (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex 13olt 3/8-16 x I (1) Lockwasher 318 (1) Hex Bolt (1) Locknut 5116-18x 1-1/'4 5/16-18 @ (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1o3/16 x 12 Gauge (I) Knob I 6
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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE f (2) Screws /_ (2) Lock i, _ #10x5/8 _ Washers#10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Washers v 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size _m (2) Shoulder 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 @@ , )Washers Bolts (2) Centedock Nuts ® Seat (2) Gauge Wheels Video Cassette I Mulcher _/ Adapter Steedng Wheel _Hook Plate// /, Assemblies Steedng Extension Shaft Steedng Parts Bag Wheel Insert i Steedng Whee_j_ ," I I (2) Keys 4 Steedng , t ' Boot Slope
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Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywithexceptionof thosepartsleft 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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR • Position steering wheel so cross bars ASSEMBLY are hodzontal (left to dght) and slide inside boot and onto adapter. A socket wrench set will make as
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• Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR a flat level surface. CONNECT BATTERY • Adjust mower to desired cutting height • Lift hood to raised position. (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label manual). located between terminals) charge bat- • With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 assembled
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WeldNutFmrn._---_. #CHECKLIST _. - "-7 "_ Hook Points me Iop_/ _ Down PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING Lock ¥ CHECKLIST: Weld Washer _'_'| ,/ All assembly instructions have been Nut . ! completed. • . h _,_ // /I , _ Latch # No remaining loose parts in carton. LaTc ._ _,.U/ //I J _H k # Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). •/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and Was o, 7 J Loc.W ,her tightened securely. Mulcher .====_, _Screw Washer # All tires are propedy inflated. (For
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BA'T-rERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER UFT LOCKED R N H L A'I-rACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE A'T-rACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (Automatic Modelsonly) 11
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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswithyourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwiththe locationsof variouscontrolsandadjustments.Savethis manualfor future reference. Light Attachment Ammeter Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Choke Control Throttle Control Clutch/Brake Pedal Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Uft Lever Brake Height Adjustment Gearshift Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. A
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The operationof any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glass- es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over specta- cles, or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Failure to move throttle controlto HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR slow position and allowing engine to idle Your tractor is equipped with an operator before stopping may cause eng
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TOADJUSTMOWERCUTTINGHEIGHT TO OPERATE ON HILLS _,CAUTION: DO not drive up or down The positionof the attachmentliftlever hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do determinesthecuttingheight. not drive across any slope. A slope guide • Grasp lift lever. at the back of your manual is provided for • Press plunger with thumb and move your use. lever to desired position. • Choose the slowest speed before start- The cutting height range is approximate- ing up or down hills. ly 1-1/2 to 4". The height
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• Remove oil till cap/dipstick and wipe • Move throttle control to fast position clean, minsert the dipstick and screw • Pull choke control out for a cold engine cap tight, wait for a few seconds, start attempt. For a warm engine start remove and read oil level. If necessary, attempt the choke control may not be add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is needed. reached. Do not overfill. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and • For cold weather operation you should cold starting procedures below
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MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, • Mowershouldbeproperlyleveledfor keep mower housing free of built-up grass bestmowingperformance.See =TO and trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section of this the grass clippings many times and manual. reduce them in size so that as they fall • The left hand side of mower should be onto the lawn they will disperse into the used for trimming. gr
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL ,. OATES REGULAR SERVICE DAT E$ Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems t# # R Check for Loose Fasteners II_ 1_7 : A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _4 i C Lubrication Chart ) O Check Battenj Level R Clean Battery and Terminals I1_ Check Transaxle Cooling If Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s Adjust Motion Drive BeN(s) TenSion (Ks Check Engine Oil Level V w Change Engine Oil _.2.3 V ° E Clean Air Filter N Clean Air Screen IG Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester V' Rep
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IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole isn blade must align with Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- star on mandrel assembly. forminganymaintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKEOPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractorrequiresmorethansix(6)feet • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. stoppingdistanceat highspeedinhighest torque). gear,thenbrakemustbeadjusted.(See TrailingEdgeUp Blade MandrelAssembly "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and BI/ Center
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• Keep battery and terminals clean. Change the oil after every 25 hours of • Keep battery bolts tight. operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. year. Check the crankcase oil level before start- NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not ing the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip- attempt to open or remove caps
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MUFFLER • If very dirty or damaged, replace pre- cleaner. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and • Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- • Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). ate a fire hazard and/or damage. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE SPARK PLUGS • Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of • Carefully remove cartridge to prevent each mowing season or after every 100 debris from entering carburetor. hours of operat
