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917o258473
NUMB OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
o Operation
®Customer Responsibilities
®Service and Adjustments
, Repair Parts
CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment,
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A SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATli"_G HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION lU. CHILDREN * Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not alert to the and on the machine before stading_ 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: 15o5 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 easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F) Service CentedDepartmento We have competent, well- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) trained tech
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:: ...... .......... ii U III .................... [,iiiiiii]iiiiiiiiiiiiii [ J III II L IIII I IIIIIIIIII : TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 17 SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 21-26 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 STORAGE ................................................................... 27 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .....,
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AND ATTACHMENTS ACCESSOBI These accessories and attachments were avaifable 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 tracton ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINEOIL FUELSTABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS PERFORMANCE Sears offersa wide variety of attachments that fityour tractor. Many ofthese are listedbelow withbrief explanations of how they can help you,
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..... :: I tttttl i IIIIIIIgll ....... _::: ......................... .......... m!t .................................... CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ................... ,i i i/llllJlllUllll,,ll ii ill ii Hj ,llll S illlllll j illJllllllllllllll Parts ag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton ............................. ,,,,,,,,,,, Mulcher Plate Seat Screws (_ Metal "k_\\/) (2) Sheet #10-16 x 1/2 (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) Large Flat Washer Video Steering Cassette Wheel Steering
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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_ TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set wiltmake assembly easier, Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 5/t6" wrench (1) 3/4" wrench (2) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (t) 1/2" wrench
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_u_/iJ/i , ii i,i, ill , ,u, ii illl ii illlUllllll Jllnll IlUllll ........ iilllllllullull ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR SEAT PAN CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch BOX DOOR bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- t!! gr°unding; ..... ........... •
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ASSE BLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE HOOK POINTS DOWN WELD NUT (See Figs. 5 and 6) FROM THE TOP o Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown, NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting LOCK weld nut from the top with hook pointing down, WELD. WASHER • Tighten hardware securely. .UT \ ° Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. "_ _ SCREW • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck LATCH opening and slide into plac
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE best cutting performance_ THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATfSFA CTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT, ° Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: / All assembly instructionshave been
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OPERATION 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 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON L_GHTS OFF DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCK LOCKED L HIGH LOW REVERSE NEUTRAL PARKING BRAKE IGNITION MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (Hydro Mod
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iii iiiilu OPERATION ..................................................... iiii i i iiiiiiiiii ii _1i i1,, ii iii., i iiiiiii1,,i KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractorto familiarize yourselfwith the locations of various controls and adiustmentso Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION AMMETER ATTACHMENT SWITCH LIGHT CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH LIFTLEVER THROTTLE/ PLUNGER CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT L]FT L
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illl................. OPERATI m,,ll,ll,lll,l,lll ,, ill i i ill , ,ill, i 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 orperforming anyadjustments or repairs. We recommend awide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. i,i ii,ll,,llll ,i _ll i _1 I'l'M'l'll'llll II 'l' ll'lll'_' L ill HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certai
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i illlll iilll ............................... .... : TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat hills with slopes greater than 15° and with the engine running andthe attachment clutcit engaged ,_ .................. CAUTION: Do not drive up or down { O do not drive across any slope will shut off the engine. I i Ill ttll , i Jl,Jl,i, I ,, ,i ........... l It tl t t, - Select de
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OPEBATION ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) ° When engine starts, allowengine to run with the throttle ° Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane, (Use of leaded control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits may require an engine warm-up period from several and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Pu
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.. illlll .... iilllll illlllllll iilll iii ..................................................... OPERATION /!llllll i ................. ....... ........... lUlt III1' IL // I'll I ................. MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Forbestresutts, adjustthemowercuttingheightsothat the mower cuts off only the top one-thirdof the grass IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND blades (See Figo!1 )_For extremely heavy mulching, TRASH_ CLEAN AFTER EACH USE_ reduceyourwidth
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CUSTOMER RESPO BILUTIES i Check Brake Oporat on . . , , , _ . 1 Check Tire Pressure _ Check for LooseFasteners _' !_'7 I_ ' ' ' ' ' c i -ii il{ Lv' ii[ii_ T Check BatteryLevel/Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals _ R checkfrans_le cooling _ , _/ AdjustBladeBelt(s)Tension _/S ................ AdjustMotionDriveBelt(s)Tension Ks CheckEngine Oil Level IV #' _ ........ Change EngineOi' i_ .......... $/_'1_'.3 ..... 1_' CleanAir Filter E U CleanAir Screen ..... _2 ....... G inspectMuffler!SparkArres
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R BILITIES lllllll : ill ii = i ..... ,,,,..... ill, ,, i i, i,,,,,, ,i i TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13) Care shoufd be taken to keep the blade balanced. An Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte- unbalancedblade will cause excessive vibrationand even- nance. tual damage to mower and engine_ BRAKE OPERATION ° 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 distan
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CUSTOIVlE V-BELTS OIL FILL Check V_beltsfor deterioration and wear after 100 hours of CAP/DIPSTICK operation and replace if necessary The belts are not / adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which OIL DRAIN can restrict cooling. PLUG ENGINE FIG. 14 LUBRICATION AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15) Only use high quality detergent oil rated with AP1 service Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter, class
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NSIBILITIES ,,i I IIIIII JIIIII I Jill .... ..... CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, engine damage from overheating, Clean witha wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum replacement is required° fibers_ • With engine cool, remove _ter and plug fuel line sections.
