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Owner's Manual
JCRHFTSMHN°J
17.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271742
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
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Warranty ............................................... 2 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments.................... 22 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Storage ............................................... 29 Assembly .............................................. 8 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Operation ............................................ 11 Repair Par
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructions could result in serious inJuryor death. II. SLOPE OPERATION I. GENERAL OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes machine before starting. requireextra caution. Ifyou cannot back up
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IlL CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity. Never equipment in good condition. assume that children will remain where • Never tamper with safety devices. you last saw them. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep children out of the mowing area • Keep m
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• Use s]ow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specificationsof the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor. Use common sense when tires lose traction, disengage the towing. Operate only at the lowest blades and proceed slowly straight possible speed when on a slope. Too down the slope. heavy of a load, while on a slope, is • If machine sto
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PRODUCT SPECIFICAT|ONS We have competent, wetl-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS repair this tractor. CAPACITY UNLEADED Please read and retain this manual The ANDTYPE: REGULAR instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. DILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) REPAIR AGREEMENT )lL CAPACITY: 3.0 P_NTS A Repair Agreement is available on this product. Contact your ne
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Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert C) (1) Large Flat Washer '\ \ (1) Hex Bolt (1) Hex Bolt washer (1) Lock3/8 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Extension Steering Shaft Boot t teering _ Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Washer (_ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob € _j Keys Video Cassette Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube
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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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers (2) 1
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NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid, Battery TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Door Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest INSTALL SEAT position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing Adjust seat before tightening adjustment clutch/brake pedal. knob. 3. Place freewheel control in freewheel- 1. Remove adjustmen
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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly, (if previously removed) CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in After you learn how to operate your upright position. tractor, check to see that the brake is 2, Place front of mulcher plate over front properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST of mower deck opening and slide into BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments place, as shown. section of this manual. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING END,NEON ENa,NEOFF O,LPRESSDRE LIGHTaON O%_MP I FUEL CHOKE MOWERHEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWERLIFT LOCKED _t_'l R N H L ®SI ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZAROS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEE
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KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourselfwith the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch L_ Ammeter ..... -. J Lever ,, Plunger ThrotUe/Choke Attachment Lift Lever Control _ Clutch/Brake Height Pedal Adjustment Indicator Freewheel Parking Brake Lever Control Motion Control Lever Our tractors
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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 wide vision safety mask L over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR • Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when TO SET PARKING BRAKE leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized Your tractor is equipped
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• The average lawn should be cut to _CAUTION: Do not operate the approximately 2-1/2 inches during the mower without either the entire grass cool season and to over 3 inches catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the dudng hot months. For healthier and deflector shield in place. better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. Attachment Attachemnt • For best cutting performance, grass Clutch over 6 inches in height should be "Engaged" High mowed twice. Make the first cut Position Position
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NOTE: To protect hood from damage Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase when transportingyour tractor on a truck fuel in quantities that can be used or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. secured to tractor. Use an appropriate IMPORTANT: When operating in means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, etc.). clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. ,_I=WARNING: Experience indicates tha
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IMPORTANT: Should your transmission WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and require removal for service or replacement, above) it should be purged after reinstallation 7. When engine starts, move the throttle before operating the tractor. control to the fast position. 1. Place tractor safely on level surface • The attachments and ground drive can with engine off and parking brake set. now be used. If the engine does not 2. Disengage transmission by placing accept the load, restart the engine and freewh
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MOWINGTIPS MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this • The special mulching blade will recut manual. the grass clippings many times and • The left hand side of mower should be reduce them in size so that as they fall used for trimming. onto the lawn they will disperse into
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Chec_ Tice FTeLsum Sha_Replace MoWer Blades Lubncatlon Chart 1 = C;ulnge mo_ oRan wf_n operaung ur.d=_ a hel*vy k_td or in hk_l arnb_ _a_s 5 =If equdppld wJm ,[*_F=ltlb_ =ylter_ 2 • _ rn_e o_en when ope41tklg kn dJdy or dUlrV cond_mnn 6. NO_requked if ,l_bl_Oe_ V_ rnalnte_a,',ce-lee t_ 3. If equipped wMh_1 I_ller•chlr,g_ O4 e,.e_ 50 hc_rl 7. T_hkn _ axte pk,otbo4t._ 39 It.-104 maxrnum 4. RepUte bL'ide= more
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IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and fiat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown. stopping distance at high speed in 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. highest gear, then brake must be ad- torque). justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 h
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• Keep battery and terminals clean. ENGINE • Keep battery boris tight. LUBRICATION • Keep small vent holes open. Only use high quality detergent oil rated • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. with API service classificationSF-SJ. NOTE: The original equipment battery on Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade your tractor is maintenance free. Do not according to your expected operating attempt to open or remove caps or covers. temperature. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is _#dE VISCOSITY
