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ODEL BER 917.258524 OWNER'S MANUAL
®Assembly
®Operation
®Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
®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 THROWtNG OBJECTS_ FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION I!1. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructionstn the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machlne before starting. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Tractor, It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 15.5 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easity remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F) Service Center/Departmento We have competent, well- SAE 5W_30 (below 32°F) trained tec
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 OPERATION ........................................................... 10-14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 STORAGE .
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ACCESSORI A ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available throughmost Sears retailoutletsandservice centers when thetractorwas purchased. Most Sears stores can order these itemsfor you when you providethe model number of your tractor° ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARKPLUG GAS CAN ENGINEOIL BLADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many ofthese are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help your This list was current at the tim
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CONTENTS OF PACK ...................................... i,illllllll i , ii ,111 Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton III I1'1'1'111111111 iljllll iiiiii, iii '1' II II _ .... Seat Mulcher Plate Steedng Wheel (1) Locknut Video 5/16-18 Cassette (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 iii1,11111111 I" I i , I i II i1,1111'11,1'1'1'1 .......... L:: (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 I I 1) Lock Washer 1/2 1 • ,,,, Parts Bag (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 iiiiiiii I1'11'1' Illll IHll[ "111'11111
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exceptionof 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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier° Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet (2) 7/'16" wrenches Phillips Screwdriver (2) 1/2" wr
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_jl,/llljllll ii iii i,, ,ll, ii illll 1,1,1,11 ,i ii iiilllllll i ........ ASSEMBLY i iill ii i i i i Ill I I ,I, lllllL lull,H,I • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. • Firstconnect RED battery cableto positive(+) temfinal SEAT PAN _ _- Y'_, tl { with hex bolt,flat washer, lockwasher and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely. • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-
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ASS BLY TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING DISCHARGING BRACKET Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. \ Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory° DEFLECTOR 3/8-16 LOCKNUT 3/8" WASHER SHOULDER BOLT GAUGE WHEEL' FIG. 5 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7) . Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, LATCH washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown,, HOOKS NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserti
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.................................................................. • ....................... , LI" I OPERATION ................................. , ,,,,H ,H,HH, .................................. These symbols may appear on your tractor or inliterature supplied withthe product. Learn and understand their meaning_ t A REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF I DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER HEIGHT FUEL CHOKE LOCK
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OPERATION i...................... ::::1,1 ,, , KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswithyourtractortofamiliarize yourselfwiththe locationsofvariouscontroisandadjustments_Save this manual for future reference° ATTACHMENT IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSITION AMMETER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER % THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT © LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG.
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ill ..................... i i ill IUUlll ...................................... OPERATION ....... i .................................................. [111111111 IIIIII [ The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result insevere 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: Unde
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OPERAON TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) ° To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutchforake pedal Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch° Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat ° Make all turns slowly° with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine° TO TRANSPORT . Select desired height of cut. ° Raise attachment liftto highest position with attach- ment lift control° . Lower mower with attachment lift control
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........................ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii LL LII II II[IIIIIIIIIII OPERATION i m,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, iii tNI : " ....................... ' '"'"' ............. NNI • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug TO START ENGINE (See Fig, 9) mower and leave urldesirableclumps, Allow grass to When starting the engine for the firsttime or if the engine dry before mowing. has runout of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to fuel
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CUSTOM ESPO L ES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .,f___ _._o__ FILL INDATES /_X_'_._
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............................. ,,,,,,,,, ,,,, ......................... ill llllll,lUUll iiiill i,iiiiilll,i CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL, BLADE Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte_ nance, BRAKE OPERATION if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be adjusted° (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- TRAIUNG EDGE FLAT __\ ments section of this manual). TIRES LOCK WASHER • Maintain proper air pr
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BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- wilt result in increased oil consumption when used above cient for normal use, However, periodic charging of the 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. possible engine damage from running low on clio • Keep battery and terminals clean_ Chan
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IBILITIES CUSTOMER = Ill J lu=lllll=llllu=ll=L=, AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter, Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hoursof opera- engine damage from overheating, Clean withawire brush tion or every season, Service paper cartridge every 100 or compressed air' to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers, hours of operationor every season, whichever
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CUSTO ESPONSH LmTUES : : ,_, i i I pl ,Ulll i _ , iiiiii I iiI i L L I L iii iI .... MUFFLER CLAMP CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and sparkarrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in FUEL "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual, FILTER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19) FI
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.... ii ii ii ,,llUl,ii SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ........................... ii i, i,i ii iiiiiiiilU ............ I!/IIIIIIIII[IlUI[ , iiii , i iiiii CAUTION" BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS; Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. O I Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. ° Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. ° Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. ° Disconnect spark plug wire fro
