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Owner's Manual
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19.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
IEZ3
Model No.
917.270822
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
For answers to your questions
CAUTION:
about this product, Call:
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1-800-659-5917
Safety Rules and Instructions
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am- 5 pm, Mon- Sat
before operating this equip-
ment.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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W'arCanty 2 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Safety Rules ......................................... 2 Service and Adjustments .................... 22 Product Specifications .......................... 5 Storage ............................................... 27 Assembly ........................................ :..... 8 Troubleshooting .................................. 28 Operation ............................................ 1 1 Repair Parts ................................
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DO NOT: • Never leave a running machine unat- tended. Always turn off blades, set • Do notturn on slopes unless neces- parking brake, stop engine, and re- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual- ly downhill, if possible. move keys before dismounting. • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or • Stop engine before removing grass embankments. The mower could sud- denly turn over if a wheel is over the catcher or unclogging chute. edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an
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• Never tamper with safety devices. • Grass catcher components are subject Check their proper operation regularly. to wear, damage, and deterioration, • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or which could expose moving parts or al- other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel low objects to be thrown. Frequently spillage. Allow machine to cool before check components and replace with storing. manufacturer's recommended parts, • Stop and inspect the equipment if you when necessary. strike an object. R
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MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avai_ GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS able on this product. Contact your neares CAPACITY UNLEADED Sears store for details. AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OILTYPE SAE30 • Read and observe the safety rules. _PI-SFiSG/SH): (above 32°F) • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- SAE 5W-30 ing, caring for and using your tractor. (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- DIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS nance" and "Storag
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Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lackwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Washers __ #10 x 5/8 (2) Weld Nuts #10 6
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Partspackedseparatelyincarton d Seat Video Cassette Mulcber Plate " I Steering Manual Parts Bag Wheel Parts Bag contents not shown full size i i i i Steering Wheel Adapter Steering i Wheel Insert Steering Extens:on (2) Keys Shaft O _._1 f I (2) Latch Hook Assemblies Slope Sheet 7
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Yournewtractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your trac- tor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. insert TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly /_/3/8 Hex Bolt easier. Standard wrench sizes you need _3/8 are listed below. , _
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TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID [I, WARNING: Before starting, read, un- derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a wail-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. J • Be sure all the above assembly steps ." .. _bel have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. • Place freewheel control in "transmis- INSTALL SEAT sion engaged" position. Adjust seat before tighten
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TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM DISCHARGING After you learn how to operate your trac- Simply remove mulcher plate and store tor, check to see that the brake is properly in a safe place. Your mower is now adjusted. See 'q-O ADJUST BRAKE" in ready for discharging or installation of the Service and Adjustments section of optional grass catcher accessory. this manual. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are de- tI'CHECKLIST signed for discharging and bagging BE
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATFERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING A ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP T LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HErGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L AI-rACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS A'I-[ACH MENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP H
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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. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Ammeter Choke _ Throttle Control L_Leve Plunger Clutch/Brake Attachment Pedal L_ Lever Height Adjl Knob Brake Motion Freewheel Control Lever ApPeed L,,r'/ I \ 3MPH_L'_II_I _ _ \ Control
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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 or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a w=de vision safety mask over spectacles, or i standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other titian "OFF" will Your tractor is equippe
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• The average lawn should be cut to ap- TO OPERATE ON HILLS proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches dur- _I_I3AUTION: Do not drive up or down s with slopes greater than 15 ° and do ing hot months. For healthier and bet- not drive across any slope. Use the slope ter looking lawns, mow often and after guide provided at the back of this manual. moderate growth. • Choose the slowest speed before • For best cutting performance, grass starting up or down hills. over 6 inch
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problems, the fuel system should be emp- tied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional in- formation. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or per- manent damage may occur. TOWINGCARTS AND OTHER _eCAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas'tank ATTACHMENTS r neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any Towonlythe attachments that
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COLDWEATHERSTARTING (50 ° FAND • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. BELOW) After the engine is running move • When engine starts, slowly push choke thrott e control to slow position. With control in until the engine begins to run motion control lever in neutral (N) posi- smoothly. Continue to push the choke tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake control in small steps allowing the en- pedal. gine to accept small changes in speed • Move motion control lever to full for- and load, until the c
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• If grass is extremely tall, it should be Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. mowed twice to reduce load and pos- Wet grass tends to form clumps and in- sible fire hazard from dried clippings. terferes with the mulching action. The Make first cut relatively high; the second best time to mow your lawn is the early to the desired height. afternoon. At this time the grass has • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet dried and the newly cut area will not be grass will plug mower and leave unde- e
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ./___ _?,_/_ _/_c,_J _" AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE f _'y _J _',2" _'_/¢'.2" _'_/_-_ SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T InterlockSystems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals i/ Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension AdjustMotion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oit Level Change Engine Oil E Clean Air Filter N Clea
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TRACTOR Trailing Mandrel Assembly Edge U Blade Center Always observe safety rules when per- Hole forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Flat Washer stopping distance at high speed in high- est gear, then brake must be adjusted. Lock (See 'q-O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service Wash and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES _-Hex Bolt (Grade • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires *A Grade 8 heat reated bolt can be identified by six lines on the bol
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• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first Change the oil after every 25 hours of op- eration or at least once a year if the trac- then RED battery cable and remove tor is not used for 25 hours in one year. battery from tractor. Check the crankcase oil level before • Rinse the battery with plain water and starting the, engine and after each eight dry. (8) hours or operation. "13ghten oil,fill cap/ • Clean terminals and battery cable ends dipstick securely each time you cneck the with wire brush unti
