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Owner's Manual
ICRIIFTSMIIN"I
GARDEN TRACTOR
23.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed
Model No.
917.275013
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-
I_ his product has a low emission engine which operates
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
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Rules and Instructions before
Sears Craftsman Help Line
operating this equipment.
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Maintenance ....................................... 16 Warranty ............................................... 2 Service and Adjustments .................... 20 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Storage ............................................... 28 Assembly/Pre-Operation ...................... 8 Troubleshooting ................................. 29 Operation ............................................ 10 Repair Part
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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. ,_Look for this symbol to point out • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely important safety precautions. It means necessary. Always look down and CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT?!! YOUR behind before and while backing. SAFETY IS INVOLVED. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. _,,
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• Never carry children. They may fall off DO: and be seriously injured or interfere • Mow up and down slopes, not across. with safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc. machine. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven • Use extra care when approaching blind terrain could overturn the machine. Tall corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects grass can hide obstacles. that may obscure vision. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
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• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine if • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn the • Never carry passengers or children machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. even with the blades off. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- that you will not have to stop or shift lutely necessary. Always look down while on the slope. and beh
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Please read and retain this manual. The PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS instructions will enable you to assemble 5 Gallons and maintain your tractor properly. Unleaded Always observe the =SAFETY RULES". Capacity and Type: Regular REPAIR AGREEMENT SAE 10W30 Oil Type A Repair Agreement is available on this (above 32°F) product. Contact your nearest Sears API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 store for details. (below 32°F) CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.5 Pints • Read and observe the safety rules. W/O
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Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys Mower Leveling Wrench (2) Keys Bubble FutureL_llpUs For _ "7
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON Knob UNPACK CARTON 1. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat. Operation section for location and 2. Remove packing materials. functio
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9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking J CHECKLIST brake and place gearshift lever in Before you operate your new tractor, we neutral position. wish to assure that you receive the best 10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. performance and satisfaction from this Continue with the instructions that follow. Quality Product. CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS Please review the following checklist: For best cutting results, mower should be 4 All assembly instructions have been properly leveled. See =TO LE
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. I- ;I BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENG,NEO._I_ ENG.NEOFFI_I O,LPRESSURE_ L,G.TSON_) OVI,%_MP[_ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HAN
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KNOWYOUR 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. Ignition Switch Position Ammeter Attachment Switch Throttle Control Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Attachment Lift Lever Choke, Parking Brake Control Height Range Shift Lever Adjustment Knob Gear Shift Lever \ Our tractors conform to the safety st
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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 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. • Never use choke to stop engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other than "STOP" will Your tractor is equipp
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TO OPERATE MOWER The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the ground to the blade tip presence sensing switch. Any attempt by with the engine not running. These the operator to leave the seat with the heights are approximate and may vary engine running and the attachment clutch depending upon soil conditions, height of engaged will shut off the engine. grass and types of grass being mowed. 1. Select desi
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TO TRANSPORT IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, • Raise attachment lift to highest position clean winter grade gasoline to help with attachment lift control. insure good cold weather starting. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) posi- tion. gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to • Do not push or towtractor at morethan five (5) MPH. separation an
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• The attachments and ground drive can f now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute 1 using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and below) 7. When engine starts, slowly push C choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small • If grass is extremely tall, it should be changes in speed and load, until the mowed tw
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,__ ,_'_n_"_ F,LL ,.O.T S R OUL S RV,C DATES /I I I/lie Check Brake Operation i _ I1_ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart j O Check Battery Level a Clean Battery and TerminaJs v' Check Transaxle Cooling v' Check V-Belts v' Check Engine OII Level v' Change Engine OII (with oll filter) E Change Engine (311(without oll filter) a Clean Air Filter G Clean Air Screen Arres
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TRACTOR 3. Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck Always observe safety rules when and mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, BRAKE OPERATION center hole in blade must align with star If tractor requires more than six (6) feet on mandrel assembly. stopping distance at high speed in 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely highest gear, then brake must be ad- (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in
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SAE VISCOSI_{ GRADES • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. F -20 30 _ 40 80 80 100 NOTE: The original equipment battery on TEMPERATUPJE RANGE/_TIClPAllED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE your tractor is maintenance free. Do not Change the oil after every 50 hours of attempt to open or remove caps or covers. operation or at least once a year if the Adding or checking level of electrolyte is tractor is not used fo
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ENGINE OIL FILTER Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), Replace the engine oil filter every season remove the blower housing and other or every other oil change if the tractor is cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins used more than 100 hours in one year. and external surfaces as necessary. Make AIR FILTER sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. Your engine will not run properly using a NOTE: Operating the engine with a dirty air filter. Clean the
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WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY i_ SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR 8. Slide mower forward and
