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MODEL NUMBER 917.258542 OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
®Repair Parts
CAUTION: 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 IMPORTANT: THiS CUTTING MACHINE iS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH III. CHILDREN !. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting presence of children, Children are often attracted to the . Onl
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor, it has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 15.0 tured to give you the best possible dependability and GASOLINE CAPACITY 1 25 GALLONS performance., AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Service Center/DepartmenL We have competent, well- trained
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19 STORAGE ................................................................... 26 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TROUBL
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= AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. MAINTENANCE ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS j % PERFORMANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor.. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help y
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,,,i,1,,-,,,. . _ _.._L, ,,,i,,11111 ...... •......... u ii,ul CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK i ,,,U,l,,, ...................... i,,,U,Ul i i , , Parts Bag contents shown ful! size (t) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x I Seat © Steering Wheel ® (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer Mulcher Steering Plate Boot @ Video Cassette (1) kocknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 i i,nl,, (1) Hex Bolt t/2-13 x I d (t) Shoulder Bolt 5/16418 U Manual Parts Bag (1) Lock Washer 1/2 Parts bag contents not shown full size ©
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..... r_r,r,_,,,, ,,,_,., .,,,,,,_.... V !1 ' ,i ,ir,,,=H,, 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 al! parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING A socket wrench set will make assembly easier, Standard [_ WHEEL INSERT wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/
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SEAT inspection for secureconnections (to tightenhard- ware)° SEAT PAN o Inspection for corrosion. o Testing battery° . ,Jumping (if required). o Periodic charging. DISCARD TERMINAL PROTEC_VE CAPS LOCK WASHER NUT U HEX FLAT MASHER ADJUS_TME LOCK WASHER BOLT FIG. 4 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE HEX BOLT The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes, Correct tire pressure is important for POSITIVE NEGATIVE best cutting performance_ (RED) CABLE (BLACK) CABLE o Reduce tire p
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i ii ii ii ,,i iiii i,i1,111111, ,11 i..................... i,i ASSEMBLY ii 1,1,,111 ,,i i ..... TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING DISCHARGING BRACKET "_ Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory.. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades° The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging afso DEFLECTOR SHIELD 3/8-16 / SHOULDER BOLT I.OCKNUT (_j,_. " 3/8"WASHER / GAUGE
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OPERATI ............ ,±,_ . i = "HH ' These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning. ÷ BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED L R REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP
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, ' ,==,_ u ,,i..............=,,, ===l======lll===l========= OPERATION i ii i i i ii i, i i 'llrl , i I i i , ,11 ii i KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractorto familiarize yourself withthe locations of various controfs and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference, LIGHT IGNITION SWITCH AMMETER SWITCH POSITION THROTTLE/CHOKE LIFT LEVER CONTROL PLUNGER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH/ © LIFT LEVER BRAKE PEDAL
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OPERATION ' i, ii i ii ..... ii ,i ....... 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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases ma
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n,ll,i I , i " ", ................ i i, uu, n unl,lll,,Hi,u,n ..... lUll ' I I OPERAT!O • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) clutch/brake pedal,. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens_ • Make all turns slowly. ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged TO TRANSPORT will shut off the engine. - Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- o Select d
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OPERATION • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug TO START ENGINE (See Fig. X) mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine dry before mowing. has run out of fuef, it will take extra cranking time to move • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to fuel from the tank to the engine. assure better mowing performance and proper dis- . Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake charge of materi
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JJ = 1,1,,i , =,,= ===== .................. =,,==1 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES iiii i i I I i[ iJ Jl ..................... 1,1,1,,,,,,i,,I, MAINTENANCE SC.EDULE FILL,N DATES ASYouCOMPL_E _'_..%'_.1_,_÷'_._0_" REGU R SERWOE ................ SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation if if Check Tire Pressure , _ V '_ . If , , T Check for Loose Fasteners I_ .......v', I/ R sharpen/Replace Mowe'r"Blades ....... v', v' jr" cALubricati;n Chaa ........ T Che,c,k Battery Level,'Recha,rge v' v' 0 C{ean Battery a
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' ' ',,,",'", i,,i,,111 ¸ ,,, i i ,i ,,ll,i CUSTOMER LI ES .. Ul._ ,,,11,,, i , TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, An unbalanced blade will 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 If tractor requires more than six (_) feet stopping distance wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while o
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CUSTOMER BILITi ................... H ................. i t TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs 15 and 16) V-BELTS Check V-betts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH operation and replace if necessary, The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. • Be sure tractor is on level surface • Oil will drain more freely when warm_ TRANSAXLE COOLING • Catch
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........... i i _ ..=LI ,t,_., i " I .... irll i I ' I CUSTO RESPON BILITmES CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent To insure proper cooling, make sure th_ grass _creen_ cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine _.re engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brusll kept clean at ali times. or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn drieU gum fibers° Every 1O0 hours of operation (more often u
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I i=, ,=J i1,,i i, i,l,lr, ENGIHE OiL FILTER (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season_ If fuel Replace the engine oiI filter every season or every other oil filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, change if the tractor is used mere than 100 hours in one replacement is required. year o With engine coot, remove filter and plug fuel line o Drain oit from engine crankcase (See 'q'(.3 CHANGE sections. ENGINE OIL:' in this
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=,1,,, ,i,, I" ' I SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS H'"I'M,H" I H,,II, i ii,i, 1,1,11,1 i, i "1' I,,,,,,,' .......... '111 I • i,i i ii CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, O Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. O Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. O Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. O Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. O Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
