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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRN+I
17.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272070
• Safety
= Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-
This product has a low emission engine which operates
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
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about this product, Call:
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Rules and Instructions before
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Maintenance ....................................... 17 Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments .................... 21 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Storage ............................................... 27 Assembly .............................................. 8 Troubleshooting ................................. 28 Operation ............................................ 11 R
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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. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss- instructions in the manual and on the of-control and tipover accidents, which machine before starting. can result in severe injury or death. All • Only allow responsible adults, who are slopes
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III. CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. 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
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• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so ,_ CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of 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 machin
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Should you experience any problem you PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualifyed service center. 3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS We have competent, well-trained 3APACITY UNLEADED technicians and the proper tools to t_NDTYPE: REGULAR service or repair this tractor. 31LTYPE SAE 10W30 (ABOVE Please read and retain this manual. The 32°F) instructions will enable you to assemble _.PI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 and maintain your tractor properly. (BELOW 32°F) Always observe th
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Steering Wheel Steering WheelInsert (1) Large Flat Washer (1)HexBolt (1) Hex Bolt washer (1) Lock 3/8 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16x 1 @(1) Locknut 5/16-18 Extension Shaft Boot Steerin__ t teering _ Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (£Washer @ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet Video Cassette (2) Keys
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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 '" ._--3/8 Hex Bot / Insert A socket wrench set will make assembly ,_3/8 Lock Washer easier. Standard wrench sizes you need _ ,
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NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Label tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal Batten,, 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. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment 2. Release parking brake by depressing knob. clutch/brake pedal. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 3. Place
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CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION INSTALL MULCHER PLATE OF ALL BELTS (If previously removed) See the figures that are shown for 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in replacing motion and mower blade drive upright position. belts in the Service and Adjustments 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front section of this manual. Verify that the of mower deck opening and slide into belts are routed correctly. place, as shown. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. After you
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP 11_ LIGHT l FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED _r_'l R N H L (®)_1 ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANG
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KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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 Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Lever Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever , Height Parking Brake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. AMMETER - Indicates
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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 I spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged, Your tractor is equipped wi
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• The average lawn should be cut to _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during the without either the entire grass catcher, on cool season and to over 3 inches mowers so equipped, or the deflector during hot months. For healthier and shield in place• better looking lawns, mow often and Attachment after moderate growth. Clutch Lever Attachemnt • For best cutting performance, grass E gaged __ _Lift Lever High over 6 inches in height should be Position __"_'_ _ Position mo
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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER WARNING: Experience indicates that ATTACHMENTS alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract Tow only the attachments that are moisture which leads to separation and recommended by and comply with formation of acids during storage. Acidic specifications of the manufacturer of your gas can damage the fuel system of an tractor. Use common sense when towing. engine while in storage. To avoid engine Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is pr
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COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) 6. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depend- MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS ing on the temperature. • The attachments can also be used IMPORTANT: For best performance, during the engine warm-up period. keep mower housing free of built-up NOTE: If at a high
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation I1_ II_ CheCk Tire Pressure _ I_ check Operalor Pre_ence and InterlOCk Systems I_ Checkfor LOOse Fasteners I_ _ IJ Sharpen/Replace Mowe_ Blades 1_4 __ Lubrication Chad -- -- I Check Battery Level Clean Baltery and Terminals I_ If Check Transaxle Cooling If AdlUSt Blade Belt(s) Tension KS Adjusl MotK3n Drive E_elt(S ) Tens,on I_s CheCk Engine Oil Level I_ _1_ Change Engine Oil I_t2: I_ Clean Air Filter 11/2 C
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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 anymaintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat 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. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL • Keep battery bolts tight. Determine temperature range expected • Keep small vent holes open. before oil change, All oil must meet API • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. service c_asaitioation SF-SJ. NOTE: The original equipment battery on • Be sure tractor is on level surface. your tractor is maintenance free. Do not • Oil will drain more freely when warm, attempt to open or remove caps or • Catch oil in a suitable container. covers.
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SPARK PLUGS Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), Replace spark plugs at the beginning of remove the blower housing and other each mowing season or after every 100 cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins hours of operation, whichever occurs first. and external surfaces as necessary. Spark plug type and gap setting are Make sure the cooling shrouds are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" reinstalled. section of this manual. NOTE: Operating the engine wit
