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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
17.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275380
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,
For answers to your questions
IMPORTANT:
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all Safety
1-800-659-5917
Rules and Instructions before
Sears Craftsman Help Line
operating this equipment.
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
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Maintenance Schedule ........................ 18 Warranty ................................................ 2 Service and Adjustments ..................... 23 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 6 Storage ................................................ 29 AssemblyPre-Operation ........................ 8 Troubleshooting ................................... 30 Operation ............................................. 11 Repair P
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IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachineis capableof amputatinghandsand feet andthrow- ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscould resultin serious injuryor death. • Never direct discharged material WARNING: In order to preventac- toward anyone. Avoid discharging cidentalstartingwhen settingup,trans- material against a wall or obstruction. porting, adjustingor makingrepairs, Material may ricochet back toward the alwaysdisconnectspark plugwire and operator. Stop the blades when cross-
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II, SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which can safe machine operation. Children who result in severe injury or death. Opera- have been given rides in the past may tion on all slopes requires extra 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
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• Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or the truck or trailer and refuel it onthe other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel ground.If this is notpossible,then spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before refuelsuchequipmentwith a portable container,ratherthanfrom a gasoline storing. dispensernozzle. • If you strike a foreign object, stop and • Keepthe nozzlein contactwith the rim inspect the machine. Repair, if neces- of the fueltank or
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In the state of California the above is re- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- Gasoline 1.25 Gallons nia Public Resources Code). Other states Capacity Unleaded may have similar laws. Federal laws apply and Type: Regular on federal lands. A spark arrester for the Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) muffler is available through your nearest (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS (Below 32°F) section of this manual). Oil Capacity: 3.0 Pints REPAIR PRO
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Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) 5/16 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Lock Washer -_-'_ Steering Extension Shaft Steering Boot Wheel Adapter Steerin_ (1 Washer 1Lf)/32x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet
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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. Insert 5/16 Hex Bolt TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly 5/16 Lock '@1 easier. Standard wrench sizes you need Washer are listed below. Large Flat Washer \ (1) 3/4" w
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NOTE: You may now roll or drive your 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate is reached which allows you to press instruction below to remove the tractor clutch/brake pedal all the way down. from the skid. 8. Get off seat without moving its ad- justed position. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See 9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment Operation section for location and knob securely. function of controls) Seat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachme
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CHECKTIRE PRESSURE #'CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate your new tractor, we at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction from this cutting performance. Quality Product. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in Please review the following checklist: "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ,/All assembly instructions have been of this manual. completed. ,/No re
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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 L I\1 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH 0 G o, I ® @ ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM(ROS) t ol FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVER TEMP FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT m ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED D
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KN OW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Switch Attachment (ROS) "ON" Position Clutch Lever Light Switch Throttle/Choke _ Attachment Control Lift Lever Clutch/Brake o Height Pedal Adjustment Indicator Freewheel Parking Brake Lever Control Control Lever 02838 LSW Our tractors co
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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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR • Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and remove key. Always remove key when TO SET PARKING BRAKE leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized Your tractor is
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• The average lawn should be cut to ap- _i_WARNING: Backing up with the at- proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool tachment clutch engaged while mowing season and to over 3 inches during hot is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS months. For healthier and better looking "ON", to allow reverse operation with the lawns, mow often and after moderate attachment clutch engaged, should only growth. be done when the operator decides it is • For best cutting performance, grass over necessary to repo
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TOTRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting ((See the Whenpushingor towingyour tractor,be oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengagetransmissionby placing section of this manual). freewheelcontrolin freewheeling position. • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- Freewheelcontrol is locatedat the rear nance section in this manual. drawbarof tractor. 1. Raiseattachmentlift to highestposi- ADD GASOLINE tionwith attachmentlift control. • Fill fuel
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PURGE TRANSMISSION 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release To ensure proper operation and per- key as soon as engine starts. Do formance, it is recommended that the not run starter continuously for more transmission be purged before operating than fifteen seconds per minute. If the tractor for the first time. This procedure will engine does not start after several remove any trapped air inside the trans- attempts, move throttle control to fast mission whi
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MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that cli
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MAINTENANCE SOHEOU'E F ILL IN OATES ASYOUCOMPLETEREGULARSERVlCE "_'__O_'_'-O'_" _ _" %_ %_ _£x_ _.O'" i,f _r/_ _E RVICED ATES C :i;; kkTBiraek;rOpe[ _i ° n _ Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners _ Ks A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades V'3 C Lubrication Chart V _ ll_ 0 Check Battery Level 1_4 R Clean Battery and Terminals If V' Check Transaxle Cooling v' Check V-Belts If Check Engine Oil Level ll_ if Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) lI_1,2 If E Change Engine Oil (w
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ROS "ON" Position TRACTOR Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) Always observe safetyruleswhen per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • When the engine is running with the TIRES ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position • Maintain proper air pr
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TO SHARPEN BLADE 4. Coat terminals with grease or petro- leum jelly. NOTE: We do not recommend sharp- 5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING ening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. BATTERY" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual). Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause TRANSAXLE COOLING excessive vibration and eventual damage The transmission fan and cooling fins to mower and engine. should be kept clean to assure proper
