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Owner's Manual
CRRFT.TMRN °
LAWN TRACTOR
25.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273663
from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read
r_ This product has a low emission engine which operates differently
and understand this Owner's Manual.
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IMPORTANT:
this product, Call:
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1-800-659-5917
Safety Rules and Instructions
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Maintenance ........................................ 15 Warranty................................................ 2 SafetyRules.......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments ..................... 19 ProductSpecifications .......................... 5 Storage ................................................ 27 Assembly/Pre-Operation.......................7 Troubleshooting ................................... 28 Operation............................................... 9 Repair P
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IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachineis capableof amputatinghandsandfeet and throw- ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscouldresultin serious injuryor death. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- _WARNING: In order to preventac- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do cidentalstartingwhensettingup, trans- not operate the mower without either porting,adjustingor makingrepairs, the entire grass catcher or the guard in alwaysdisconnectsparkplugwire and place. placewire where it c
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DO: • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with • Mow up and down slopes, not across. safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc. machine. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- • Use extra care when approaching blind even terrain could overturn the machine. corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects Tall grass can hide obstacles. that may obscure vision. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gea
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• Removeobstaclessuchas rocks,tree • Be surethe area is clear of other people limbs,etc. before mowing.Stop machineif anyone entersthe area. • Watchfor holes,ruts,or bumps.Uneven terrain couldoverturnthe machine.Tall • Nevercarry passengersor children evenwiththe bladesoff. grasscan hideobstacles. • Do not mowin reverseunless abso- • Useslowspeed. Choosea low gear lutely necessary.Alwayslook down and so that youwill nothaveto stop or shift behind beforeandwhile backing. while onthe slope. • Neve
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Here's what's included in the Agreement: • Expert service by our 12,000 profe- • Read and observe the safety rules. sional repair specialists. • Follow a regular schedule in main- • Unlimited service and no charge for taining, caring for and using your tractor. parts and labor on all covered repairs. • Follow the instructions under"Mainte- • Product replacement if your covered nance" and "Storage" sections of this product can't be fixed. owner's manual. • Discount of 10
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Yournewtractor has beenassembledat thefactory. Reviewthe video cassettebefore youbegin. When rightor left handis mentionedin this manual,it meanswhen youare in the operatingposition(seatedbehindthe steeringwheel). Adjustment Knob TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan- els of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. 2. Remove packing materials. NOTE: You may now roll or drive your 3. Remove protective materials from trac- tractor off the
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5. Place motion control lever in neutral ,/CHECKLIST (N) position. Before you operate your new tractor, we 6. Press lift lever plunger and raise wish to assure that you receive the best attachment lift lever to its highest posi- performance and satisfaction from this tion. Quality Product. 7. Start the engine. After engine has Please review the following checklist: started, move throttle control to idle ¢" All assembly instructions have been position. completed. 8. Release parking brake. ¢" No r
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Thesesymbols mayappearon yourtractoror inliteraturesuppliedwiththe product, Learnand understandtheir meaning. R N H L I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION G O o;I ® ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED t OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT ®@@@@ ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (SEE S
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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ht Switch Position Attachment Clutch Switch Ignition Switch Lift Lever Plunger Throttle Control Clutch/Brake Attachment Lift Lever Pedal Choke Control Parking Brake Freewheel Control Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of th
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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 SAFETYGLASSES glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when TO SET PARKING BRAKE tractor is standing idle with the engine run- ning, hot engine exhaust gases may cau
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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted AQ_,WARNING: Do not drive up or down when they are slightly off the ground when hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do mower is at the desired cutting height in not drive across any slope. Use the slope operating position. Gauge wheels then guide provided at the back of this manual. keep the deck in proper position to help • Choose the slowest speed before start- prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. ing up
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1. Be sure freewheel control is in the BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE transmission engaged position. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL 2. Sit on seat in operating position, The engine in your tractor has been depress clutch/brake pedal and set shipped, from the factory, already filled parking brake. with summer weight oil. 3. Place motion control lever in neutral 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level (N) position. ground. 4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged 2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ position
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3. Allow one minute for transmission to 8. Slowly move motion control lever for- warm up. This can be done during the ward, after the tractor moves approxi- engine warm up period. mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion • The attachments can be used during control lever to reverse position. After the engine warm-up period after the the tractor moves approximately five transmission has been warmed up and (5) feet return the motion control lever may require the choke control be pulled to the neut
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FILL IN DATES AS YOU C0 M PLETE J__/,"_ _.J_ REGULAR SERVICE _'_K_'4r_'fSERVlCE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems I_ a Check for Loose Fasteners If 1_5 If A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades li_s C Lubrication Chart If If 0 Check Battery Level 1_4 a Clean Battery and Terminals If Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts I_ Check Engine Oil Level _ I_ Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1_1,2 I_ E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _lfl,
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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely BRAKE OPERATION (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat stop at highest speed in highest gear on a treated. level, dry concrete or paved surface, then Mandrel brake must be checked and adjusted. (See Trailing Assemb
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SAE VISCOSITY GRADES NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. 40 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS oil vJ cchart4 e Corrosion and dirt on the battery and Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- terminals can cause the battery to "leak" eration or at least once a year if the tractor power. is not used for 50 hours in one year. 1. Remove terminal guard. Check
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ENGINEOIL FILTER CLEAN AIR SCREEN Replacethe engine oil filter everyseason Air screen must be kept free of dirt and or everyother oil changeif the tractor is chaff to prevent engine damage from usedmorethan 100hours in one year. overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stub- AIR FILTER born dried gum fibers. Yourenginewill not run properlyusinga CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS dirty airfilter. Cleanthe foampre-cleaner To insure proper cooling, make sure the after
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CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. tractor unless the engine and transmis- of all foreign matter. sion are covered to keep water out. Water • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free in engine or transmission will shorten the of all gasoline, oil, etc. useful life of your tractor. Use compressed • Protect painted surfaces with auto- air or a leaf blower to remove grass, motive type wax. leaves and trash from
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2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec- • Using the lift lever, place mower in tor shield to right side of tractor. position where no part of the mower, IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout- including gauge wheels, is touching the ing in all mower pulley grooves. ground. 3. If equipped, turn height adjustment • From left side of tractor, find the level knob counterclockwise until it stops. decal on top of mower and place bubble level on decal as indicated. 4. Lower mower linkage with attachme
