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MODEL NUMBER 917.251480 OWNER'S MANUAL
Assembly
o Operation
Customer Responsibilities
oService and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL TH1S TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917
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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 THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH L GENERAL OPERATION ill CHILDREN . Read, understand, and foftow 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 Ch[tdren are often attracted to the mach
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears HORSEPOWER: 185 Tractor It has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and GASOLINE CAPACITY 35 GALLONS performance AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OIL TYPE (APFSF/SG}: SAE 30 (above 32'_F) remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Service Center/Department.. We have competent, welF OIL CAPACITY: W/FIL
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"TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................. 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-26 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 16-19 STORAGE ................................................................... 27 WARRANTY .................................................................... 3 TRO
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_l,ii ii, H ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS ......... ii, ........... : These accessories and attachments were available through most Seers 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 ef your tractor MAINTENANCE ENGINE / FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS | SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor Many of these are listed below
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE: PACK ,,,1_ ............... ,............... Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton Mulcher (1) Knob Seat Plate (1) Washer t7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge r-q Video Cassette Steering Wheel (t) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 i (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 Manual Parts Bag (2) Weld Nuts #10 _ I Parts bag contents not shown full size (S, =Li (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge f'-'-_"_ (/_X (2)Washers 3/8 (2) Shoulder Bolts Li/y(2) Gauge z'_ (2) Center
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...... i i .... iiii¸ i, t n ,',1 n Iiu ii ,,i ...... w:-:-L ,Ji,,,,,,,11 i,, ! ASSEMBLY n i i i i. ..................... ...... in i, I ,,i,n ,L , i .............. Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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 too]s as necessary to insure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A s
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,,, = ........................................ ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan nals. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch • Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. _ CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- bands, rings, etc, • Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sp
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ASSEMBLY o Place the R.H, suspension arm on inward pointing INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower Figs. 4 and 6) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension o Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage park- footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring ing brake. o Retain both suspension arms to deck pins with doubl
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ASSEI BLY ............. _ , ...... , ........... i,, i ........... i, , i ...... CHECK TiRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfiated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. ° Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you tearn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted_ See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustm
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, u ,, ,n iii, ii, i i i i ,i ii,, OPERATUON ii ,lU ,,,lu ii i,i ,i These symbols may appear on your product or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning, ÷ CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF \ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED }4 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT IGNITION MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED HYDR
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OPERATNON ........... i lu-,,,.i,r ¸ KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparetheiilustrationswithyourtractortofamiliarizeyourselfwiththe locations ofvarious controls and adjustments,, Save this manual for future reference,, ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH LIFT LEVER IGNITION SWITCH PLUNGER AMMETER J CHOKECONTROL LIGHT SWITCH LtFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL RANGESHtFT HEIGHT LEVER ADJUSTMENT KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER
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OPERATION .-- , n,,n i1, ,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 or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety ..... n ,i i, .... i , ii,li,_ mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, .............................................. ,,u ,,i i,un,,, NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standi
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OPERATm©N ,,,i .......... If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 8) ° slower position. Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. , If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch/brake • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- pedal quickly to brake position and engage park ng JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation brake. section of this manual). . Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and range shift tever to o With m
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OPERATION system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine o Do not mow grass when it is wet,, Wet grass will plug problems, the fuef system should be emptied before stor- mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the dry before mowing engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to empty. Llse fresh fuel next season,, See Storage Instruc- assure better mowing perf
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C:USTOB ER RESPONSiBiLiTiES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL [N DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULARSERVICE SERVICE DATES ! check Brake Operation i'_ CheckTire Pressure 1_ __ T[ Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace MowerBlades CA! LubricationChart __. T Check BatteryLevel!Recharge Clean BatteryandTerminals R } CheckTransaxleCooling AdjustBlade Belt(s)Tension Adjust MotionDrive Belt(e) Tension Check Engine Oil Level e/ I change Engine0il " 6/' _1,2.a ' $/' E t Clean Air Filter _2 I N Clean Air Screen _#'2
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES i i , , ii, i i ,, ,ill ,,, o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding TRACTOR wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- o To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter nancer steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with baF BRAKE OPERATION ancer),. If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at o Slide blade on
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CUSTOMER RESPONSMBBLITIES Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and BA'I-i'ERY every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi_ tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year., cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine battery with an automotive charger will extend its life_ and after each eight (8) hours of operation Tighten oil fill , Keep batt
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LJ = JJ_ CUSTOMER FIIESPONS B UT ES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. '17) ,:__--, Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent COVER ",", engine damage from overheating° Clean with a wire brush __"-'_ WING NUT or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum CARTRIDGE fibers,, PLATE _-'_,-- _'_"'_-'--._ SEAL ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 17) c Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating Engine blower housing must be removed. Remov
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS , i .... i,u u,i ,,, L --- -- I, 'UllU ' II _ I,I CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS, o Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. o Depress Place attachment clutch/brake clutch pedal in fully "DISENGAGED" and set parking position. brake, • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key, 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 with plug, TO
