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MODEL NUMBER 917.258552 OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
_UTION, 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 u IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE _S CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT ANSERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. III. CHILDREN i. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and fo!Iow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the andon the machine before starting. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the •
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a sears PRODUCT SPECUFltCATBONS Tractor. }t has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and HORSEPOWER: 15.0 performance_ GASOLtNE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS Should you experience any probtem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OiL TYPE (API-SF/SGiSH): SAE 10W30 (above 32'_F) Service CentertDepartment. We have competent, welt- SAE 5W-30 (below 32F) trained technicians and the proper
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 OPERATION ........................................................... 10-15 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 16-19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 STORAGE .
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ACCESSORIES AN ATTACH NTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outtets arid service r:er_ters when the tractor was purchased. MoSt Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the modet number of your tractor. ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER ] PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your trhctor. Many of these are iisted beiow with brief explanations of how they can help you. This list was current a
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown ful size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Large Flat Washer "\\\X t(1 ) Lockwasher Seat Mulcher Plate (1) Locknut Steering Video Wheel Cassette 5/16-18 x !-I/4 I (1) Lock Steering _, Washer Boot ill 1/2 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Manual Parts Bag H __ Parts bag contents not shown full size (2) Washers 3/8 (1) Wasf" x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (1) Hex Bolt 17/32 x (2) Shoulder 1/2-13 x 1 x 12 Gauge Bolts //'___/ _)/_!2 (2) Center- lock Nuts Gau --._._si
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ASS LY 111111 ii ............ Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those pa_s teft unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor a{t parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened secureiy Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier, Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 9/16" wrench Utility knife (2) 7/!6 '_wrenches Phi!lips Scr
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ASSEMBLY = First con nect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bott, ftat washer, _ockwasher and hex nut as SEAT shown. Tighten securely, o Conr_ect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi- SEAT PAN nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock waslqer and hex nut. Tighten secureiy. * Close batterv box door. Open battery box door for: * inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware), Inspection for corrosion. LARGE FLAT WASHER Testing battery, ADJUSTMENT Jumping (i
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ASSEMBLY TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING D|SCHARG_NG BRACKET Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now rea.dy for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. 3/8-16 LOCKNUT FiG° 5 LATCH INSTALL MULCHER PLATE HOOKS (See Figs. 6 & 7) FiG. 7 • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. ,/CHECKLIS T NOTE: Pre=assemb_e we_d nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the prodLct Learn and understand their meaning. i' FAST CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD SLOW BATTERY .WARNING LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS OFF PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK LOCKED L • REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT IGNITION MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (Hydr
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OPERATION t r,ll, i ,, 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 corttrots and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT IGNmON LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSiTiON LtFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER ATTACHMENT CLUTCHfBRAKE PEDAL PARK{NG BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB MOTION CONTROL LEVER FREEWHEEL CONTROL APPR
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i ii iii i --IIII- OPERATION =, , any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can _ __esultinsevereeyedamage. AIwayswearsafetyglassesoreyeshieidswhifeoperatingyour _ tar ctor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety gtasseso NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To e
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OPERATION Raise attachmer_t lift to highest position with attach- TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) ment lift control Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing * Puli freewheel co[ltrol knob out and hold in position by switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with inserting retainer spring into forward hete of controt rod. the engine running and the attachmer_t clutch engaged will Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2} MPH. shut off the engine_ • Select desired
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O ERATION 7ro START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) PURGE TRANSMISSION When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuet from the tank to the engine. , Be sure freewheet cdntrol is in the transmission em gaged position. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- Sit on seat in operating position_ depress clutch/brake mended that the transmission be purged before operating pedal and set parking brake. tractor for the
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0 ERAT!ON MULCHING MOW|NG TIPS MOWING TiPS iMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP - Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND attached to tractor. TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE, o Mower should be properly teveled for best mow!_g • The special mu_ching b)ade wiit recur the grass cIip- performance. See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING n pings many times and reduce them in size so that as the Service and Adjustments section of this manual, they ta_ onto the _a
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CUSTOMER RESPO ILJTIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FtLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check fil'e Pressure Check for Loose _-asteners Sharpen/Replace Mower BIades Lubdcation Chart Check Bet_ery Leve!iRecharge Clean Battery apd Terminals Cooling Adjust Blonde Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motior_ Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace Oi_ Filter (If equipped) Clean Eng
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CUSTOME RESPONSIBILITIES a = = i TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced btade wi_ cause excessive vibration and even- nance. tual damage to mower and engine; BRAKE OPERATION , The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance • To check blade balance, you will
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CUSTOMER o Inspect cooling fan.to be sure fan blades are intact and COVER KNOB c[ean. A_R CLEANER COVER WING NUT tnspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean FOAM coolin_3fins. PRE,-CLEANER TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxte was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte- nance is not required for the life of the transaxie. Should the transaxIe ever leak or require servicing, contact your n
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' u,u ....... , r, 'lql ....... , CUSTO ,nun • CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) MUFFLER Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and!or damage. or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers: SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing CLEAN AiR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS season or after every 1
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IIIMII'IIIII I ......... ........ I1=1,1 II I IIIIIII '1 IH IIIIIIII1,11111111 HI CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: , Place motion contro! lever in neutra! (N) position. _ Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. - Place attachment ctutch in "DISENGAGED" position. - Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the b|ades and ail moving parts h_ve completely stopped. • D_sconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire wher
