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Owner's Manual
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16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No
917.271080
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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Maintenance ......................................... 18 Warranty ........... :..................................... 2 Service and Adjustments ...................... 22 Safety Rules ..,..._.;;:.:-,,._ ....................... 2 Product Specifications ........................... 5 Storage ................................................. 28 Troubleshooting ....................... ;............ 29 AssembLy..:........ ._.....:i_..:: ...................... 8 Operation ......i: ....... _:...._ .......
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• Donottrytostabilizethemachineby • Turn off blades when not mowing. puttingyour foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or uncloggingchute. slopes. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial 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 o! children. • Watch for traffic when operating near or Children are often attracted
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manufacturer's recommended pads, before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with when necessary. the engine running. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Grass catcher components are subject Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and to wear, damage, and deterioration, use extra caution when servicing them. which could expose moving parts or • Check brake operation frequently. allow objects to be thrown: Frequently Adjust and service as required. check components and replace with • Be
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or GASOUNE 125 GALLONS repair this tractor. CAPACITY UNLEADED Please read and retain this manual. The AND TYPE: REGULAR instructionswill enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.Always OIL TYPE SAE 10W30 observe the "SAFETY RULES'. _,PI-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F) SAE 5W30 MAINTENANCEAGREEMENT (below 32°F) A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail- OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS able
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I PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large Rat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 O (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 @ (1) Shoulder Bolt 5116-t8 © (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 6
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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE Washers #10 _ (2) Lock (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 (2) Weld Nuts #10 i_ (2) Washers Gauge Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size I Seat Video (2) La_h Hook Assemblies 4_ ca'_ett'_e_ U ,r--1 Steering Wheallnsed Mulcher Steering Wheel <_ (2) Keys Plate ,,// / Adapter 3 Steering Wheel teedng Steenng o T7 Extension Sha_ Slope Sheet I' e Manual Parts Bag 7
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Yournewtractorhas been assembled at the factory with exception of those 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 .._.._._- Insert ASSEMBLY _%_---._ 3/8 Hex Bolt A socket wrench set will make assembly -_"-"-- 3/8 Lockwasher easier. Standard wrench sizes
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR Seat CHECKBATTERY • Liftseatpanto raisedpositionandopen Seat Pan batteryboxdoor. Shoulder Bolt • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 Adjustment Flat Knob amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance Washer section of this manual for charging instructions). CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes.
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CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF _,CAUTION: Do not remove discharge ALL BELTS guard from mower. Raise and hold guard See the figures that are shown for replac- when attaching mulcher plate and allow it ing motion and mower blade drive belts in to rest on plate while in operation. the Service and Adjustments sectoin of TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR this manual. Verify that the belts are rout- DISCHARGING ed correctly. Simply remove mulcher plate and store in CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM a safe place. Your mower is
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These symbols may appear OR your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ! FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L c® 31 ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) __1 FREEWHEEL DANGER, KEE
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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. LightSwitch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Ammeter LiftLever Throttle/Choke Control Attachment Lift Lever Pedal Height Adjustment Knob Freewheel Control , Brake . Motion Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards
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Theoperationof anytractorcan resultin 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 spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR before stopping may cause engine to =backfire'. TO SET PARKING BRAKE • Turn ignitionkeyto "OFF" positionand Your tractor is equipped with an operator remove key.A
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• The average lawn should be cut to ,_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mowe_ approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng the without either the entire grass catcher, on Coolseason and to over 3 inches during mowers so equipped, or the discharge hot months. For healthier and better guard in place. looking lawns, mow often and after Attachment Lift moderate growth. AttachmentclUtch Lever'_V ever HighPosition • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be "Engaged" .--._ mowed twice. Make
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NOTE: To protect hood from damage when _,WARNING: Experience indicates that transporting your tractor on a truck or a alcohol blended fuels (cafled gasohol or trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured using ethanol or methanol) can attract to tractor. Use an appropriate means of moisture which leads to separation and tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fue
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COLDWEATHERSTARTING ( 50° Fand • Place tractor safely on level surface wltL engine off and parking brake set. below) • Disengage transmission by placing free- Whenengine starts, allow engine to run w_th the throttle control in the choke wheel control in freewheeling position position until the engine runs roughly, (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section then move throttle control to fast posi- of manual). tion. This may require an engine warm- • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine, up period f
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MULCHING MOWING TiPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep • Mower should be propedy leveled for mower housing free of built-upgrass and best mowing performance. See =TO trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this • The special mulching blade will recut manual. the grass clippings many times and • The left hand side of mower should be reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse intothe used for trimmin
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE + Chedc Operator Pr--,=,ence and T Intedock Systems I_' R Check for LooseFasteners 11_ I_;, V' T Lubr_onChart 0 Che_ Barry Lev_ A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades i4 R Clean Battenj andTerminals I_ ChedxTransaxle Cooling V' AdjustBlade Belt(s)Tension I/5 AdjustMo6onDrive Belt(s)Tension I_s Check Engine Oil Leve_ 11_ I_ c_ E_O_ _ E CleanAir Filter _:_ N CleanNr Screen I_= =/ G Inspect MufflerlSpark Arrester Replace Oil Fitter(ff equipped) fl_.= RepUte Sp
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TRACTOR • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. Always observe safety rules when per- • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. forming any maintenance. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat If tractor requires more than six (6) feet treated. stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See Trailing Blade Mandrel Assembly "1"OADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • M
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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. Change the oil after every 50 hours of TO CLEAN BATTERYAND TERMINALS operation or at least once a year if the Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- tractor is not used for 50 hours in one minals can caUse the battery to "leak" year. power. Check the crankcase oil level before start- • Open battery box door. ing t
