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SEA/ 8
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MODEL NUMBER 917.255450 OWNER'S MANUAL
Dnvertible
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer
Responsibilities
o Service
o 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 HANDSAND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting. presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears PRODUCT SPECIFICAT ONS tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 140 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance_ GASOLINE CAPACITY: 35 GALLONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/Department. We nave competent, well-trained OIL (35 PINTS w/o FILTER) SAE 30 (Above 32°F) technicians and the proper tools to service or re
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 OPERATION ........................................................... 11-14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 19-23 WARRANTY ................................................................... 3 STORAGE
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased, They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor_ ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER BLADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your vehicle Many of these are listed below with brief explana
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ÷ Battery acid Seat z ! (1) Knob __ Plate Steering Wheel Battery (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 t m I Steering J Sleeve I I Owner's Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga (2) Shoulder (2) Flange Locknuts o Bolts ' 3/8-16 @ (2) Gauge Wheels Steering (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 _Wheel Insert (2) Keys @ (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Battery Carriage Bolt
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of these 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 their proper tightness. TOOLS REQUmRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed _-" ......... HEX LOCKNUT (2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Tire pressure
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ASSE LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) PREPARE BA'I-rERY (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. o Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Wash hands or clothing immediately if o Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. accidentally in contact with battery acid. Do not tighten, Do not smoke. Fumes from charged bat- o Tighten shoulder bolt securely_ tery acid are exp
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ASSEMBLY CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM WINGNUTS TERMINAL After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see GUARD that the brake is properly adjusted, See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual, TERMINAL DOORS INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5) BATTERY BOLT CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- VENT CAPS nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. \ KEY HOLE BATTERY TRAY Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent s
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ASSEMBLY TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 7A & 713) DISCHARGING o Install two latch hooks to muicher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. Simply remove mulcher plate and stere in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging Dr'installation of NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting optional grass catcher accessory_ weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely J CHECKLIST ° Raise and hold defl
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OPERATION 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 location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference_ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH "LIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH/BRAKE LEVER PEDAL HE{GHTADJUSTMENT KNOB - GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG. 8 Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Insti
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OPERATmON The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result G_SSE_ in severe eye damage. Always wear safety _llasses or eye shields before starting your tractor and while moving. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 9) TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9) o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position The direction and speed of m
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OP TO TRANSPORT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) o Raise attachment lift control to highest position_ Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with • When pushing or towing your unit, be sure gearshift the engine running and the mower clutch engaged will shut lever is in "NEUTRAL" position. off the engine. ° Do not push unit at more than five (5) MPH • Select desired height of cut, using height adjustment knob. NOTE: To protect
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OPERATION o If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 10) to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run clippings Make first cut relatively high; the second out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fue! from to the desired height, the tank to the engine. • Do not mow grass when it is weL Wet grass will • Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. plug mower and leave undesir
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBmLITIES FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE ___ _._'j_cb_._j_£._'5_" REGULAR SERVICE ._Y£-4_"'_,_,_ S E R V IC E DATES Check Brake Operation _ 6## Check Tire Pressure _ 6#4 T Check for Loose Fasteners _ 6## AR Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 6##4 C Lubrication Chart _ 6#4 T Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals _ _# a CheckTransaxle Cooling _4' Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 6##5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 6#45 Check Engine Oil Level _ 6## Change Engine Oil 6
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CUSTOM RESPONSmB LITMES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) 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.. The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding BRAKE OPERATION wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while ori the mower. If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping d!stance at • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/
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CUSTOMER RESPO mL TnES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) CUT AWAY VIEW j VENTCAP Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner element after every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first. BATTERY Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions CELL AC,O : : :: : : _: :: :: :l: : :: :--"_: LEVEL = Remove knob and cover. • Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base. FIG. 15 TO SERVIC
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CUSTOMER RESPONS BnL T ES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) MUFFLER Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage, or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers SPARKPLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS season or after every 100 hours of use, whichev
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. o o Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. B 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. @ Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plugo TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) Mower will b
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Fig& 22 and 23) - IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3). If tires are EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO- over or under inflated, you will not properly adjust your SIDE mow
