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MODEL 917.252540
OWNER'S MANUAL
° Assembly
° Operation
Convertible
o Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers 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. 1. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow al! instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting presence of children. Children are often attracted to the - On
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PRODUCT SPECRFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 14.5 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) Service CentedDepartment. We have competent, well- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) trained technici
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 OPERATION .......................................................... 10-14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 STORAG E ...
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ACCESSORIES A ATTACH ENTS ........ i i ...... i i l i, ,l i,, These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased_ Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor, ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGtNE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor_ Many of these are listed below with b
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ,,inn,H .......... i Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton Metal O (2) Sheet Screws #10-16 x 1/42 Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Steering Boot (- Video Cassette lI (!) Shoulder Bolt 5t16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 t Manual Parts Bag ....... IIIIIIIII_IIIIIIUIII_U 11 jLjjj Parts bag contents not shown full size n i, ii , ii ................................... (2) Washers 3/8 (1) Lock Washer 1/2 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (!) Washer" 17/32 x 1-3
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LY i iill Ill. I / I / / I Illllll III, Your new tractor has 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° TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.. Standard _ WHEEL INSERT wrench sizes are listed_ .... 3t8-24 LOCKNUT (1) 5/
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ASSEMBLY Openbatteryboxdoorfor: SEAT o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ,\ ware),, SEAT PAN o Inspection for corrosion_ o Testing battery, e Jumping (if required)_ Periodic charging ,. DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS POSITIVE LOCK (RED) CABLE LOCK WASHER WASHER _, HEX NUT FLAT ADJUSTMENT LARGE FLAT WASHER WASHER BOLT FIG. 4 VENT HOLE (KEEP CHECK TIRE PRESSURE CLEAN) BOLT The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes, Correct tire pressure is
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ASSE LY GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING DEFLECTOR BRACKET SHIELD 318-16.-_'_ LOCKNUT 318" WASHER _,,/.SHOULDER BOLT GAUGE WHEEL LATCH FIG, 5 HOOKS INSTALL MULCHER PLATE FIG. 7 (See Figs, 6 and 7 ) o install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.. DISCHARGING NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down_ Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now r
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......... : :::::1111 i i ii i ii OPERATmON These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING d)- ENGfNE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF X FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE ÷ MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DAN
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OPERATION ,..ill ,i ii ,ll ii i i KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrations withyourtractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference° AMMETER IGNITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER SWITCH / ATTACHMENT THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LEVER I\1 CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG. 8 Our tractors conform to the safety st
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OPERAT OIN 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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To
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OPEF AT ON TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- movemenL ing switch.. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine runnJng and the attachment clutch engaged To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and will shut off the engine° clutch/brake pedal. Make all turns slowly,. • Select desired height of cut o Lower mowe
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A ON TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) ° When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of When starting engine for' the first time or if engine has run the attachment being used. out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake._ o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. o Move throttle control le
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CUSTO RESPON ILITIES u, NNl"::" INNNIN I =,,,. ,,c=sc.=0u.= FILL IN DATES REGULARSERVICE....., /__ft'_E RVI CE DATE S i Check BrakeOperation 6/ 6/ CheckTire Pressure 6/4 4 6##' T Check for LooseFasteners 6/ 6/#4 7 6/ I R sharpeniReplace MowerBlades ..................... 6f4 ........... LubricationChart .............. _ (If * ' C ...... T CheckBatteryLeve!iRiecharge ..... i'ii". .............. _ ..... " 0 Clean BatteryandTerminals $#*' 6/ a CheckTransaxteCooling 6#4 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension _
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JLITtES CUSTO E ESPONS i ,, i,/,i i i iJ , llll ill ill i,, ,, i , i J ul ,,ulllu,,i,,H,, TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) TRACTOR Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced° An Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nance. tual damage to mower and engine., BRAKE OPERATION o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. If tractor requires more than six (6
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V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig_ 15) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG, operation and replace if necessary_ The belts are not adjustable° Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear_, o Be sure tractor is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm, TRANSAXLE COOLING ° Catch oi! in a suitable container,, Keep transaxle free from build_up of dirt
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ILITIES ESPO CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15) To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, Your engine wilt not run properly using a dirty air filter,. cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- kept clean at all times. tion or every season. Service paper' cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely
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ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required° year° o Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, throu
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. @ Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position, o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. o Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. o Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. o Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug, TRACTOR LEVER TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) Mower
