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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRN°I
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272240
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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Maintenance ....................................... 18 Warranty ............................................... 2 Service and Adjustments.................... 22 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Storage ............................................... 29 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Assembly .............................................. 8 Operation ............................................ 12 Re
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine iscapable ofamputating hands and feet and throwing objects, Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all SIopee are a ma_orfactor related to toss--of- instructionsin the manual and on the controland tipover accidents,which can re- suil in severe Injury or death. All slopes machine before starting. require extra caution. If you cannotback up
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III.CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a clo= area. Tragic accidents canoccur iftheoperator • Keep nuts and bolts, especially bl isnotalert tothepresence ofchildren. attachment bolts, tight and keep Children areoften attracted tothe equipment in good condition. reachine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation reg_ you last saw there. • Keep machine tree of grass, leave • Keep children out of the mow
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• Useslow speed. Choose alowgearso _CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in thatyou willnothave tostop orshift neutral, you may lose controlof the while ontheslope. tractor. • Avoid starting orstopping onaslope. If _:_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments tireslose traction, disengage the blades andproceed slowly straight that are recommandedby and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of down theslope. your tractor. Use common sense when • Ifmachine stops while going uphill, towing. Operate o
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this 3ASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS product, Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. _,NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 31LTYPE SAE 10W30 • Read and observe the safety roles. (ABOVE 32°F) • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- SAE 5W-30 API-SF-SJ): ing, cadng for and using your tractor. (BELOW 32°F) • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- 91L CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS nance" and "Storage" sec
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Steering Wheel Steenng Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _B) _(1) Knob (5) Retainer Spdngs Mower (2)Flanged (1)Front Plate _ " (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (4) Adjusting Bar Gauge Wheels i(_ _ _--_ (4) Retainer Springs (_ LJ Y (doub,e,oop) _,. _/(4) Wheels 14)Washers _%J_ L-] (4) Shoulder Bolt 3/5 x 3/4 x 14 Ga_"" I j Nose Roller_ _//0_ Nose Roller _llt Brackets Nose Rolle_ __ (_) (2) Locknuts . s _ (2) Washers __.// 5116-18 5/16 18xl _ 17/32 x7/5 x 16
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Your new tractor has been assembled atthefactory withexception ofthose parts left 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 ASSEMBLY _ ___--_-Steering Wh l insert A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/
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1. Be sure all the above assembly steps 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder belt in slot and pull seat have been completed. towards rear of tractor. 2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. 5. Pivot seat end pan forward and 3. Place freewheel control in "transmis- assemble adjustment knob and fiat washer loosely. Do not tighten. sion engaged" position. 4. Sit on seat in operating position, 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. depress brake pedal and set t
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TOA'rrACH NOSE ROLLER 5. Be sure belt tension rodis in disen- gaged position. 1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8x 16 6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley gauge washers, andnoseroller groove. between deck mounting brackets as 7. Place the suspension arms on shown. Be sure to position brackets outward pointing deck pins. Retain on correct side, as shown. 2. Install hex boltsand lock nuts as with double loop retainer spdng with loops up as shown. shown. Tighten hardware securely. 8. Install f
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CHECKTIRE PRESSURE I/CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were ovednflated BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOY at the factory for shipping purposes. YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO Correct tire pressure is importantfor best ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE BEST cutting performance. PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: CHECK DECK LEVELNESS /' All assembly instructions hav
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature suppliedwith the product, Learn and understand their meaning. A =, BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT ! FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED _r_RN H L ®3I ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED e_(_ ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL DANGE
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KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL ANDSAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare theillustrations withyour tractor tofamiliarize yourself withthelocations of various controls andadjustments. Save thismanual forfuture reference. Hourmeter Light Switch Position Ignition Attachment Clutch Switch Ammeter Pedal Plunger Attachment Ult Lever Reverse Drive Pedal Brak Chok Adjustment Indicator Brake Freewheel Lever Our tractors conformto the safety standards of the American National Standar
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Theoperation ofanytractor canresult inforeign 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 ad ustments or repairs. We recommend a w de v s on safety mask over spectacles, or 1 standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignitionswitch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any positionother than "OFF" will Your tractor is equipped with an operator cause the battery to be d
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TO STOP MOWER BLADES - Thecutting height range is approxi- disengage attachment clutch control mately 1-1/2 to 4".Theheights are A, CA[J'I3ON: Do not operate the mower measured from the ground to the blade without either the entire grass catcher, on tip with the engine not running. These mowers so equipped, or the deflector heights are approximate and may vary shield in place. depending upon soil conditions,height of AttachmentClutch AttachmentLift grass andtypes of grass being mowed. The averag
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TOWING CARTS ANDOTHER ATTACH- _CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank MENTS fillerneck. Do not overfill.Wipe off any Tow onlytheattachments thatare spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use recommended byendcomply with gasoline near an open flame, specifications ofthemanufacturer ofyour TO START ENGINE tractor. Usecommon sense when towing. When starting the engine for the first time Toe heavy ofaloud, while onaslope, is or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will dangerous. Tires canlosetra
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP 6. Engage transmission by placing Before driving theunitincold weather freewheel control in driving position thetransm ssion should bewarmed upas (See "TO TRANSPORT in thissection follows: of manual). 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. 2. Release the parkingbrake and let the After the engine is running, move brake slowly retum to operating throttle control to haft (1/2) speed. position. Disengage parking brake.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .,,,,_._/'_.__._',,_-_//,_,_//_'_'_/,'_/_/ CheckBrakeOpefat_oe 11# # ip/ CheckTire P_essure _ Check Operator PreSence and T Intedock SYStems 11_ R Check lot Lol_e Fasteners I_ ItS7 cA Sharpen/Replace Mowe_ Btades 1=/4 T Lul_ication Chad I1_ f_ 0 Check Battery Level R Clean 8at tee/and TelTninals t_ I# # Check Transaxle COOling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension _5 Adjust Mot_n Drive Belt(s) Tension _ Check Engine Oil Level I_ / Change Engine O_ 1_12.3 t# / E Clean Ak"Filter _ N Cl
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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing anymaintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and fiat washer in exact order as Iftractor requires more than six(6) feet shown. stopping distance at high speed in 5. Tighten bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. highest gear, then brake must be ad- torque), justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of th
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• Keep battery and terminals clean. ENGINE • Keep battery boltstight. LUBRICATION • Keep small vent holes open. Only use high quality detergent oil rated • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. with API service classificationSF-SJ. NOTE: The originalequipment battery on Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade your tractor is maintenance free. Do not according to your expected operating attempt to open or remove caps or covers. temperature. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO
