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917.255970 OWNER'S MANUAL
oAssembly
oOperation
oCustomer
Responsibilities
oService
oAdjustments
• 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 ISCAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDSAND FEETANDTHROWING OBJECTS° FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION ill 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 machin
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and HORSEPOWER: 18..0 performance., GASOLINE CAPACITY: 35 GALLONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service CentedDepartmento We have competent, well-trained OIL (3.0 PINTS): SAE 30 (above 32"F) technicians and the proper tools to service or repair th
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LE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 !'4AINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15 OPERATION ........................................................... 11-14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT .............................. 19-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 3,15-18 STORAGE .................................................................... 26 WARRAN
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AOOESSO IES AND ATTACH ENTS These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor 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 tractor. Many of these are listed below with bri
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK .............. : ii iil:ll i:ltii Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton Seat Battery acid (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Knob Battery Steering Wheel I I I (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge | Owner's Manual Parts Bag _J (3) Retainer Springs Parts bag contents not shown full size __ © (2) Shoulder Bolts (2) Crown Lock Nuts (2) Gauge Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (2) Front Link Assembly (2) Keys @ (2) Battery Carriage Bolts 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 (2)
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You r new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts teft 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 REQUURED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.. Standard wrench sizes are listed° (2) 7/16" wrenches (I) Tire pressure gauge (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Ad
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ASS LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4) PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.. ° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan_ CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. ° 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- - Tighten shoulder bolt securely. tery acid are exp
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ASSEMBLY ,,,1111111 .............. INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring,, (See Fig. 5 and 8) Be sure tractor is on level surface,, Engage parking brake. o Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension o Cut and remove tie down wire between anti-sway bar and Roll,, gauge wheel brackeL Swing anti-sway barto • Raise deck to highest position,, left side of mower deck, • In
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INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 6 and 7) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove etc. HEX BOLT A etal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, Positive terminal must be connected first NEGATIVE) to prevent sparking from accidental BLACK CABLE grounding. LOCK WASHER DRAIN TUBE o Raise hood° o FIG. 6 Make sure drain tube is fastened to drain hole inbattery tray and battery tray is positioned in hole of battery "......_J::_'_" TERMINAL support.. WING Place battery in plas
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OPERATION iHl:: .............................. 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° LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH AMMETER LIFT LEVER CHOKECOI @ CLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL IGNITION SWITCH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER RANGE SHIFT LEVER FIG.
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result i : ioreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety, gtasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available at Sears retail or catalog stores. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine
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,u,,,,,i OPERATmON TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 10 ) ,l,,,,,i ll,i lllll , ll,i ,, i i, i , i o Adjust mower to desired cutting height. ° Lower mower with lift control,. Remove rear retainer hills CAUTION: with slopes Do not greater drive than up or 15down ° and spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel.. do not drive across any slope. i ,,,:,,l,,,ull, ,,l,,Hl,,l,l,l, i, ii i • Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels o Choose the slowest speed before st
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:?:?:::::: ...........,11ii,llllu,i , OPERATUON ADD GASOLINE MOWING TIPS o 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. and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).. IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING tN TEMPERATURES • Mower' should be properly leveled for best mowing BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in GASOLINE
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CUSTOM ESPONSmBIL ES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___./_ _/__ FILLINDATES ./'___,,_. _ AS YOU COMPLETE /__/_.O_ R+E.GULA._+R SERVlC_F _.£,_._"SERVICE DATE s Check Brake Operation _ _4 Check Tire Pressure ..... " _ ' ; _ ........................ ,............... T Check for Loose Fasteners 6#4 R SharpentRepiace Mower Blades 6#44 , .......... C Lubrication Chart _#' T Check Battery Leve!tRecharge 6## ........ : + , ...... 0 Clean Battery and Terminals _l' 6## Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Ks ..............
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CUSTOM ESPONSI L ES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 15) Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced_ An nance_ unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine, BRAKE OPERATION ° The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. at high speed in highest gear, then brake must b
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IUIII"IIIIIH HIIIIlU IIII IIIl'll'ln U l CUSTOM LINES BATTERY (See Fig. 17) sAE ViSC0SITY GRADES Your unit has a batter,/charging system which is sufficient for normal user However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend it's life,, • Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even with bottoms of vent welts,, Add only distilled or iron flee °F -20" 0" 30" 32 ° 40" 60 _ 80 = 100 _ water if necessary. Do not overfill, °C_-30_ .......... ,:20_........... ".
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ESPON$ CUSTOM IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 20) KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE The air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF engine damage from overheating.. Clean with a wire brush THECARTRIDGE_ DO NOT O_L CARTRIDGE. DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum CARTRIDGE. fibers.. KNOB ' CLEAN ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 20) Remove any
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 'I""IHII'_'II' I'1 ........:': '11 ........................ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and setparking brake. o Place gearshift lever in NEUTRAL" position. = 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 wit
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SERVICE AND A JUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs25 and 26) - TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BELEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IFTHE FOLLOWING" FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig,27) - EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. o Park tractor on a level surface° Engage parking br'ake. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing ° Remove four screws from LoHo mandrel cover and should be adjusted
