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Owner's Manual
CRRFTSMRN °
LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.274750
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
_] his product has a low emission engine which operates
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
For answers to your questions about
this product, Call:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
1-800-659-5917
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operating this equipment.
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Maintenance......................................... 17 Warranty................................................. 2 SafetyRules........................................... 3 Service andAdjustments......................22 ProductSpecifications............................ 6 Storage................................................. 28 Assembly/Pre-Operation........................8 Troubleshooting.................................... 29 Operation.............................................. 11 Repair
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Never direct discharged material d_IbWARNING: In order to prevent ac- toward anyone. Avoid discharging cidental starting when setting up, trans- material against a wall or obstruction. porting, adjusting or making repairs, Material may ricochet back toward the always disconnect spark plug wire and operator.
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I1.SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopesarea majorfactor relatedto lossof be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-overaccidents,whichcan safe machine operation. Children who resultin severeinjuryor death. Opera- have been given rides in the past may tion on all slopesrequiresextra caution. If suddenly appear in the mowing area you cannot back up the slope or if you feel for another ride and be run over or uneasy on it,
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• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel the truck or trailerand refuelit on the spillage and remove any fuel-soaked ground.If this is not possible,then debris. Allow machine to cool before refuel suchequipmentwith a portable storing. container,ratherthanfrom a gasoline • If you strike a foreign object, stop and dispensernozzle. inspect the machine. Repair, if neces- • Keepthe nozzlein contactwiththe rim sary, before resta
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working Gasoline 2.0 order by the operator. Capacity and Unleaded In the state of California the above is re- Type: Regular quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) nia Public Resources Code). Other states 'API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints muffl
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Steering Wheel Steering Wheel insert (1) Large Flat Washer @) a I I u Boot Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Extension Shaft Steering (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt _c{ 5/16-18 x 4 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys 7
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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 tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY _ _ I _ Insert A socket wrench set will make assembly , _ __/) 115/16 Hex Bolt easier. Standard wrench sizes you need c_ 5/16 Lock Washer are listed below. Large Flat (
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7. Slideseat until a comfortableposition NOTE: You may now roll or drive your is reachedwhich allowsyouto press tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor clutch/brakepedalall the waydown. from the skid. 8. Getoff seat withoutmovingits ad- justed position. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See 9. Raiseseat and tightenadjustment Operation section for location and knob securely. function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise Seat attachment lift lever
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overin- Before you operate and enjoy your new flated at the factory for shipping purposes. tractor, we wish to assure that you receive Correct tire pressure is important for best the best performance and satisfaction cutting performance. from this Quality Product. ° Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in Please review the following checklist: "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section v" All assembly instructions have been of this manual. comple
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H I'.,I SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH 6 G ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) t oi OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT m ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, K
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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. ROS "ON" Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lever Light Switch Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Th rottle/Choke Lift Lever Control Height Clutch/Brake Adjustment Pedal Lever Parking Brake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safe
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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 over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will TO SET PARKING BRAKE cause the battery to discharge and go Your tractor is equippe
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• For bestcutting performance,grassover Lever High Position 6 inches in heightshouldbe mowed Attachment ( f. ,_ twice. Makethe first cut relativelyhigh; the secondto desiredheight. Clutch Lever ,{,_ Low "Engaged' ,"? Position TO ADJUST GAUGEWHEELS Gaugewheels are properlyadjusted // when theyare slightlyoff the groundwhen "Disengag moweris at the desiredcuttingheightin Position operatingposition.Gaugewheelsthen keepthe deck inproper positionto help preventscalpingin most terrainconditions. NOTE:
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TO OPERATE ON HILLS • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the _,WARNING: Do not drive up or down oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do section of this manual). not drive across any slope. Use the slope • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- guide at the back of this manual. nance section in this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before start- ADD GASOLINE ing up or down hills. • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler
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NOTE: Before starting, read the warm NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 and cold starting procedures below. feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) 5. Insert key into ignition and turn key the carburetor fuel mixture may need to clockwise to start position and release be adjusted for best engine performance key as soon as engine starts. Do (see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the not run starter continuously for more Service and Adjustments section of this than fifteen seconds per minute. If t
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.A,NTENANOE SO.EOULE F,LL, OATES REGULAR SERVICE VICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems li_ R Check for Loose Fasteners I_ I_s li_ A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades I_s C Lubrication Chart if if 0 Check Battery Level 1_4 R clean Battery and Terminals if if Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts t_ Check Engine Oil Level _ tf Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 11_'1,2 I_ E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1_1, 2 N clean Air Filter 1_2
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ROS "ON" Position TRACTOR Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) Alwaysobservesafety ruleswhen per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requiresmorethanfive (5) feetto stopat highestspeedin highestgear on a level,dry concreteor pavedsurface,then brakemust becheckedand adjusted.(See "TOADJUSTBRAKE"inthe Serviceand • When the engine is running with the ig- Adjustmentssection of this manual). TIRES nition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any at- •
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ENGINE balancer.) NOTE: Do notuse a nail for balancing LUBRICATION blade. The lobes of the centerhole may Only use high quality detergent oil rated appearto be centered,butare not. with API service classification SG-SL. • Slide bladeon to an unthreadedportion Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade of the steelboltor pin and hold the according to your expected operating bolt or pin parallelwiththe ground. If temperature. bladeis balanced,it shouldremainina horizontalposition. If either end of the S
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5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. 6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain valve. Handle 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, tighten
