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917.256500 OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
CAUTfON: 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 tS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. .... i |. GENERAL OPERATION IlL CHILDREN ° Read, understand, and foilow 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
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears PRODUCT SPECJFmCAT ONS Tractor. it has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: t3.5 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-SFiSG): SAE 30 (above 32°F) Service Center/Department. We have competent, wel!- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) trained technician
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TABLE OF CONT TS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15 PRODUCT SPECIF_CATIONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 19-24 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILiTiES ..................... 3, 15-18 STORAGE ................................................................... 25 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TROUBLESH
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ACCESSORIES AN ATTACHME TS These accessories and attachments were available th rough most Sears retait 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 ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG GAS CAN BLADES BELTS i PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of
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CONTE TS OF HA E PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ...... i (2) Sheet Seat Metal Screws #1046 x 1/2 O (1) Locknut 3/8-24 Video Steering Cassette (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel t I Steering I I Boot |I I I ! i Pa_s Bag Manual (t) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x I (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/18-t8 Parts bag contents not shown full size _-_"%X Steering Wheel r L__T__ Insert (1) Lock Washer I/2 Steering Wheel Adapter (t) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Keys Bushing @ teering @ (2
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ASSEM LY 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. .......... i TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set wit] make assembly easier, Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 5/16" wrench (1) 3/4" wrench (2) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gau
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ASSE BLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs, 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery tern}i, SEAT ...... i rials. Before connecting battery, re- PAN move n}etai bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding, BATTERY • Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat BOX DOOR pan to raised position. Open battery box door. Remove terminal protective caps and discard. , If this battery is put into service after month and
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ASS LY CHECK T1RE PRESSURE ,/CHECKMST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NE_, .......... i shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE best cutting performance. THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFA CTION FROth, THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: / AII assembly instructi
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OPERATIO These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. E ....... i BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED N H L (®);I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE I Z MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS
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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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT AMMETER IGNITtON CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH LIGHT LIFT LEVER SWITCH PLUNGER THROTTLE/ CHOKE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER D i t CLUTCH/ MOWER DECK BRAKE _ HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PEDAL ', POSITIONS PARKING BRAKE GEARSHIFT LEVER FIGo 5 Our
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OPERA O Theoperation of any tractor can resuJt 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° HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See
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OPERATIO TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig, 7) TO OPERATE ON HILLS ..... i Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged hilts with slopes greater than 15° and CAUTION: Do not drive up or down will shut off the engine. do not drive across any slope. • Select desired height of cut. Choose the slowest speed before starting up or dowr • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clu
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OPERATBON ADD GASOUNE MOWING TiPS ..... i • Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon is attached to tractor, ..... i and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). ® Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE the Service and Adjustments section
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CUSTOM ESPONS LINES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners R [ Sharpen/ReplaceMowerBtades A C LubricationChart T Check Battery Level/Recharge 0 Clean Batteryand Termina{s R Check Transax/eCooIing Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Fitter E N [ Clean AirScreen F G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter(lf equippe
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CUSTO RESPON IL ES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 10) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ...... i unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nance. tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATMON 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) feet stopping distance To check blade balance, you will need a
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OUSTOME ESPONS L ES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of ..... i operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not CAPIDIPSTICK adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooting. OIL DRAIN PLUG ENG|NE LUBRICATION FIG. 12 Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) classificatJon SF or SG. Selectthe oil's SAE viscosity
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CUSTOME ILITI CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 14) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15) .... i Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum replacement is required. fibers, ° With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. ENGINE COOLING FINS (See F
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ERVICE A ADJ STMENTS • ,,,,z CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: ........ i ® Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, ...... ! , Place gearshift lever in neutrat (N) position. i Ptace attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. i - Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. i Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. , Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ptace wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO REMOVE MOWER (See
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SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) .... i iMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF E Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or Ji 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 3of this manual). EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO- Iftires are over or underinflated, you will not proper
