OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254661

Caution:

Read and Follow

All Safety Rules

And instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

L T 12 HP ELECTRIC

START

6 SPEED

o 38"

MOWER

L A WN TRA C TOR

® Assembly

® Operation o Maintenance

• Repair and Adjustment

® Repair Parts

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Sears, Roebuck i i, i i i ii i ,i ii,ll,,i i,, ,ll i and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 i i i,i i,l,,,

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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT

TIONS.

IT MEANS - ATTENTION!

OUT IMPORTANT

BE-

SAFETY PRECAU-

COME ALERT!

YOUR SAFETY IS IN-

VOLVED.

CAUTION: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT

IMPORTANT EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS,,

1_ Know the controls and how to stop quickly.

READ THIS

OPERATOR'S MANUAL and instructions furnished with attachments,

2_ Do not allow children to operate the machine.

Do not allow/ adults to operate it without proper instruction, ./"

3._ Do not carry passengers_ Do not mow when childreqiand

others are around.

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4.

Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear Ioos_ fitting clothing that could get caught in moving parts.

5.

Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor, mower/and the area being cut.. Do not let other interests distract YibUo .

6.

Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower wi_en not in

the drivers seat.,

7o Always get on or off your tractor from the operator's_,left hand side, '\ "

8.

Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc_) which might be picked up and thrown..

9.

Disengage allattachment clutches before attempting t_start

the engine.

I 0.. Disengage powerto attachments and stop the engine befo'_ leaving the operator's position..

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1t Disengage power to mower, stopthe engine, and disconnect spark plug wire(s) from spark plug(s) before cleaning, making an adjustment, or repair, Be careful to avoid touching hot!

muffler or' engine components..

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12. Disengage power to attachments when transporting or no/t4n use, t t3.. Take all possible precautions when leaving the v_(hicle unattended, Disengage the power-take-off, lower the,zittaci!ments, return drive control lever to neutral,(shift into4eutral), set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remov/_ the key..

t4,. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill_fr downhill.

Mow up and down the face of slopes (not great/ar than 15°); never across the face.

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15_ Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extrgfne caution when changing direction on slopes, ./

16. While going up or down slopes, choos_ a speed low enough to negotiate the slope without stop,4alng,.

17. Never mow in wet or slippery gra,s_, when traction is unsure, or at a speed which could caus_ a Skid,

Stay alert for holes in the terrain'and other hidden hazards°

Keep away from drolmoffs..

not drive too close to creeks, ditches, and public high-

;e special care when mowing around fixed objects in

orevent the blades from striking them. Never delib-

! tractor or mower into or over any foreign objects..

"_ears until tractor comes to a stop..

ands or feet under the mower, in discharge any moving parts while tractor or mower are keep clear of discharge chute.

'lling loads or using heavy equipment..

ved drawbar hitch points

_se you can safely control

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

c.

Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.

d.

Use counterweight or wheelweights when suggested in owner's manuals.

__4,Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

_.5_"_Whenusing any attachments, never direct discharge of

_0aterial toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the ve- hicle while in operation..

26. Hiandle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.

Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add i ning., Never fill tank indoors, always clean up spilled gasoline c.

Open doors if the engine is run in the garage - exhaust fumes are dangerou& Do not run the engine indoors.

_7,. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condition, and keep safety devices in place and working_

2& Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

29.. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark

Mow the engine to cool before storing in any enctosur&

30. To reduce fire hazard keepthe engine free of arass, leaves,

",Nor excessive grease,. Do not clean product wT_ile engine is

\running.

31_ 'Except for adjustments, DO NOT operate Engine if air cl'e.aner or cover directly over carburetor air intake is remo'_ed, Removal of such part cou[d create a fire hazard..

32_Do fkot operate without a muffler, or tamper with exhaust syste_ Damaged mufflers or spark attesters could create a

fii'e hair& inspect periodically and replace if necessary.

33. The vel_cle and attachments should be stopped and in- spected f&,r damage after striking a foreign object, and the damage sh'_,uld be repaired before restarting and operating the equipme_.

34. Do not change'the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine; severe damage or injury may result.

35.. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as follows: a,, Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light, b, Shut the Engine off when unclogging chute° c,, Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at frequent intervals1,

36. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place,.

37,, Disengage power to mower before backing up_ Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after careful observation of the entire area behind the mower.

3& Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is subject

to deterioration and wear. Itshould be checked frequently for bag replacement Replacement bags should be checked to ensure compliance with the original manufacturer's recommendations or specifications_ the above is requited by law (Section 4442 of the Cafifomia Public Resources Code), miliar laws, Federal laws apply on federal lands.. Refer to the Repair Parts Section,,

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn

Tractor it has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Department,

We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

MA IN TENA NCE A GREEMEN T

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product°

See the nearest Sears store or service center for details

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND ON

THE MODEL PLATE UNDER THE SEAT._

YOU SHOULD RECORD THESE NUMBERS

AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and retatn thls manual Study and observe the safet_rofes.

Always use"care when using your tractor Always keep you [" tractor and mower clean..

Foflow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, )qd using your iractor.

A well cared for tractor will run better and last longer.

A TTA CHMENTS

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This unit can use many attac/_ments now available at your Seat's store

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It cat, not use attachments ground like a plow, l_arrow culhvator_ or" tilter/ See page 26 for a hst of a/aila_le attachments that engage the dable and become worn during normal use

Thrs warranty does not cover

Tire replacement or repair caused by punc VOres from outssde (,blects _such as nails thorns stumps or glass), and / repairs necessary because of operator/abuse or neghgence _ncludmg the failure ro matnta_n the equipment according to instructions ndlng equipment used for commercial c/ontatned Jn the own or rental purposes

s manual and

FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY ON B _,TTERY

For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery _ncfuded w_th 'his nd_ng equtpment

m material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery writ not hold a charge proves

Sears defectwe will replace the battery at no charcle

WARRANTY SERVICE fS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPART.

MENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty applies only while this product is tn use in the United States

This warranty g_ves you specihc legal rights and you may aJso have other rights which may vary from state to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/731CR-W SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, ILL. 60684

iNDEX

A F

Adjustments..

Filter ..........................................................................

11

Brake Fuel."

Mower

Options

Attachments

Spark Arre.ster

P

Air Filter

H

26

2

Air Intake Screen, Engine ..................16

Assembly ........................................ 5-8

Attachments 26

L

Lubrication.:

B

Battery

Charging ..............................................

Cleaning ......................................15

Installation ................................... 8

Levels .............................................7

Preparation .................................

7

Starting with Weak Battery ....... 17

Belt:

Storage .........................................23

Terminals ......................................15

Motion Drive Replacement .........19

Mower Ddve Adjustment ...........22

Mower Drive,

Blade:

Replacement .............................. 14

Brake Adjustment ..................................

M

Mower.:

Adjustment, Front.to-Rear ..........23

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ..........22

C

R

Repa# and Adjustments ............ 14-23

Hood Removal .....................

Motion Drive Belt

Replacement .................

Mower Drive Belt

Replacement ................

Mower Adjustment

Side-to-Side ..................

20

19

22

22

Mower Removal ....................... 20

S

Slope Guide Sheet ..................................

Speed Control Chart ......................

I2

Starting the Engine ............................t0

Steering Wheel .................................. 5

Stopping the Tractor ..........................10

Engine.:

E

Oil

0

Operating Your Mower. ..............11

T

Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment .......................... I8

Trouble Shooting Chart ...............24-25

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ASSEMBLY

1o Unpack Tractor a.

Take items out of box The box contains the items shown below

6 Snap steering wheel insert into place on steering wheel Steering column, adapter and insert found in bag of parts b Cut down four corners of the carton with a utility knife and fold down sides e f c Disengage Parking Brake

Install Steering Wheel

NOTE: POSITION FRONT WHEELS FORWARD

1. Remove 1/2" focknut and 2-1/4" die washer

(shown futl size belo w) from steering shaft (Fig

1).

2. Position steering column into dashboard (Fig

1).

3. Install steering wheel adapter on steering shaft

4 Position steering wheel on steering wheel adapter with spokes pointed horizontal left to right

5oSecure steenng wheel to steering shaft using 2-1/4" die. washer and hex Iocknut g

Remove plastic on tractor hood

Raise attachment lift handle

Carefully guide the tractor

The operation of any tractor foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.. Always wear safety glasses recommend over the spectacles glasses, available off the skid can result in or eye shields before

Wide Vision Safety Mask for or standard safety at Sears Retail or Cata.

_-_=_ _---"__"_TEERING

..-._1/2"

WHEEL

HEX LOCKNUT

INSERT

,._.,.-_2-ti4"" DtA WASHER

EER1NG WHEEL

STEERING SHAFT_ j___

._._, ._._..._--- STEERING WHEEL ADAPTER

STEERING COLUMN a b c d seat sreef_ng batt_'ry battery wheel acid

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e owner parts s manual bag

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

A SSEMBL Y

LOCATION

BA TTER Y

BA TTERY

TERMINALS

SEA T

_ut\_ I/4 _ 20 m

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(2) Hex Bolt.

1/4 . 20 x13/4

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(2) Lockwasher 1/4

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(_2)'_a;het

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9/32x 5,_ x t6 Ga

_w

(2)Hex

Nut.

t/4 - 20

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11) Shoulder bolt'_//6 . 18

Parts Bag Content.______s

Shown Full S iz F

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t/2

(1) Washer 17/32 x t-3/I6 x 12 Ga

Steering Wheel Insert

Terminal Guard

15 o Slope Instruction Sheet

(2) Keys

Steering Column

(6) Batter}, Caps And

Instructions

ASSEMBLY

To assemble tractor you will need:'

(2) 7/16" Wrenches

(I) 1/2" Wrench

(1) 3/4" Wrench

Tire Pressure Gauge

Screwdriver

Utility Knife

NOTE:

RIGHT HAND (R,H) AND LEFT HAND

DETERMINED FROM OPERATORS

WHILE SEATED O

Hi_" ARE

P(_SITION

WEAR EYE AND FACE SHtELI_

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WASH HANDS

MEDIATELY

WITH BATTERY

CONTACT ACID_

DO NOT SMOKE; FUMES

CHARGED BATTERY

FROM",,

ACID ARE

EXPLOSIVE

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READ THE INSTRUCTIONS INCLUD-

ED WITH THE BATTERY VENT

CAPS IN THE BAG OF PARTS AL-

WAYS WEAR GLOVES, CLOTHING

AND GOGGLES TO PROTECT YOUR

HANDS, SKIN AND EYES,

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2.

Prepare Battery

Fill and charge battery (before installing),, NOTE,, SEE

DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH BATTERY

VENT CAPS FOUND IN BAG OF PARTS a Fill each ceil with battery acid Add the acid until it reaches the bottom of the vent tubes (Fig 2) Do not add the acid beyond this level or the additional acid can come out when the battery is charged

F r b After cells are filled, tilt battery from side to side to release air bubbles

Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty minutes.

If the level of acid falls below the point described in step (a), add more acid untif the correct leve! is reached Install the battery caps, found in the bag of parts, to co ver the vent tubes. Wash the top of the battery with water to remove any acid, then wipe dry d Ct_eck battery case for leakage to make sure that no damage has occured in handling, e Neutralize e_cess batteryacidfordisposafbyadding it to four inches of water in a five gallon plastic

CAP

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i_ t!! !_R _ iJ _-;J_-'_'!

b ',_,-'_ i' 'i " __"F_IGURE

2 c_ntainer Stir with a wooden or plastic paddle while a_ding baking soda until the addition of more soda c_uses no more foaming f, _mmendedthat the batterybe charged flare use. Use .a 12 voft batfery char ge_ t_attery a_ a ra_e of 6 amperes tar 7

OBSER VE SA FETY PRECA U-

;TED tN BI _, REQUIRED

Check the acid h . after, the battery is charge,d.

If the acid

as fallen t_etow the correct le vet, add dis tilled or iron free water.

stall Seat° be adjusted forward or backward .so

operator can comfortably reach Clutch 'Brake safely operate tractor (Fig 3)

seat on seat pan Screw he_ head machme tockwasher and flat washer ln_o .seat (Fig

3) S ew shoulder bolt into seat (F!g

,3)

MachH\e screw, shoulder found h\ bag of parts bolt and washers

(shown futf s_ze an page 6)

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b Tighten shoulder bolt using a I/2" wrench.

NOTE:

THE SHOU_DER BOL T WILL BE LOOSE IN THE

SEAT SLOT_ c Tighten ma_Jme screw, tockwasher and flat washer using\a3 ,"4" wrench d Place seat in o_erattngposltfon Sit on the seat and press ctutct\/ brake pedal all the way do wn If operating positio_ ls__ adjust seat e To adjust

Shde seat

Raise seat Loosen machme to desired screw securely posltmn screw hghten machtne

MACHINE

MUST BE TIGHTENED SECURE-

LY TO PREVENT MOVEMENT OF SEAT,

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ASSEMBLY

4.

Check Tires

Check the air pressure in the tires Tires with too much air pressure will cause the unit to ride rough.

The wrong air pressure wifl also keep the mower from cutting level The corr ect air pressure is shown on the side of the tires ff the air pressure is not shown, set to pressures shown in the REPAIR

AND ADJUSTMENT section. (page 14).

5.

Install Battery

BEFORE INSTALLING BATTERY,

REMOVE METAL BRACELETS,

WRISTWATCH BANDS, RINGS, ETC_

FROM YOUR PERSON° TOUCHING

THESE ITEMS TO BATTERY TERMI-

NALS COULD RESULT IN BURNS, a b

Lift seat (Fig 3)

Lower battery into fender weft with battery terminals toward front of tractor (Fig. 3),. Make sure battery rests in battery tray (Fig 4)

NOTE: BE SURE BATTERY DRAIN TUBE IS SECURELY

ATTACHED TO BATTERY TRAY DRAIN

POStTIVETERMINALMUSTBECON-

NECTED FIRST TO PREVENT

SPARKS

GROUNDING

FROM ACCIDENTAL c Connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lockwasher and hex nut (shown full size on pg 6) found in bag of parts.

Tighten securely with two 7/t6" wrenches.

(Fig. 4) d Connect BLACKgroundcable to negativ e (-) battery

terminal with remaning hex bolt, flat washer, lock- washer and hex nut (shown ful! size on pg. 6) found in bag of pails.. Tighten securely. (Fig 4) e To prevent corrosion, apply grease to the battery terminals after installing cables..

f .

Using the key hole on one side of the battery support

(Fig 6) slide battery bolt into frame key hole (head of bolt down).

Fasten the battery bolt to the terminal guard using internal/externa!

iockwasher; wing nut,

(shown full size on pg. 6) as shown in Fig.. 5 g.

Assemble the remaining battery bolt to other side of

NOTE: battery support and fasten terminal guard to it with remaining internal/externa!

Iockwasher and wing nut, (Shown full size oft pg. 6).. Tighten wing nuts securely by hand (Fig. 5)..

KEEP TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS CLOSED

WHEN NOT IN USE,

CAUTION: DO NOT START ENGINE UNTIL YOU HAVE

REVIEWED THE OPERATION SECTION OF

THIS MANUAL

POStTIVE

WASHER

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POSITIVE

CABLE (RED)

POSITIVE

B,_T T_: Ry

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I \ NEGATIV_

BATTERY

HEX

WASHER

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BOLTS

NEGATIVE

TERMINAL

HE, Nut _ _ ,

WING NUT _

INTERNAL/

EXTERNAL

LOCKWASHE R

INTERNALIEXTERNAL

LOCKWASHER

TERMINAL

GUARD

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WING

NUT

BATTERY

BOLT

SUPPORT

FIGURE3

NEGATIVE

CABLE(BLACK)

FIGURE 4

FIGURE 5

NUT

ER

6.

Maintenance After First 2 Hours (Two Mowings)

Changing oil after the first two hours (or two mowings) wi!f

help eliminate break-in residue which might be damaging to your engine.

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR, If you understand the unit and its

operation, you will achieve efficient a ndpeak performance. While reading the manual, compare the illustrations with your Lawn

Tractor to famifiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Study the operating instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Lawn Tractor and to prevent injury to yourseff and others Be sure to pay strict attention to all warnings and cautions.

they are included for your safety Save this manual for future reference

Indicator Lights,

Light Switch_

Clutch Switch

Ignition

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Choke

Throttle Control

Depth

Adjustment

Knob

1

A TTA CHMENT LIFT LEVER: Use the attachment lift lever to raise and lower the attachment mounted to .your tractor,

Pull lever back slightly and push button, then move the lift lever forward to lower attachment

A TTA CHMENT CL UTCH S WITCH: Puff switch out and up

to engage attachment.

There will be an engine hesitation as the clutch engages.

CHOKE: To start a cold engine, engage choke bY moving

throttle control lever to "FAST" detent, then right & upward to

"CHOKE" position..

CLUTCH!BRAKE

PEDAL: The pedal has 2 functions; a clutch and a brake..

To engage the brake push the pedal completely down

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Use the height adjustment knob to adjust the mower height. With the attachment fift lever

in the "up"position, turn knob clockwise (,_"k) to raise cutting height and counterclockwise (_) to Iower cutting height.

Parking Brake

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Gear Shift Lever

GEARSHIFT: Press the clutch/brake pedal down firmly and move gear shift lever to desired speed

INDICA TOR LIGHTS: "DEPRESS FOOT PEDAL "indicates that the clutch/brake pedal must be depressed before the engine will start, "DISENGAGE ATTACHMENT" indicates that the attachment must be disengaged before t!;e engine wilt start, "BATTERY DISCHARGING" indicates there ss insufficient battery charging

IGNITION: Place key in ignition and turn to the right to start

The switch spring returns from the start position

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off..

PARKING BRAKE: To set the parking brake, push the clutch/brake pedal completely down, Hold the parking brake

lever in "Engaged"position and release pressure from pedal

Clutch!brake

pedal will remain in brake position

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL:Use the throttle control to increase or decrease the speed of the engine, and to choke the engine for starting.

Push control to the right and forward to choke

OPERATION

AIR

SCREEN

FUEL FILLER

CAP a This engine has been shipped filled with summer weigh t oil (For cold weather operation see chart page

16)_ Check engine oil leveL Refer to REPAIR AND

ADJUSTMENT section.. ( page 16).

b.

Fill fuel tank (Fig.. 6)..

Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

Capacity is 5 quarts

FILL TO BOTTOM OF GAS TANK

FILLER NECK.

DO NOT OVERFILL.

WIPE OFF ANY SPILLED OIL OR

FUEL. DO NOT STORE, SPILL OR USE

GASOLINE NEAR AN OPEN FLAME°

FIGURE 6

FtGURE7

/O_L DRA_N

GEAR SHIFT LEVER

ATTACHMEIT

CLUTCH S_ITCH

THROTTLE CONTROL\

LE VE R

PARK|NG

BRAKE

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EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL ii

BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR

USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN AT-

TRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO

SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS

DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN

DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE

WHILE IN STORAGE

TO AVOID ENGINE PROBLEMS, THE FUEL

SYSTEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED BEFORE

STORAGE FOR 30 DAYS OR LONGER DRAIN

THE GAS TANK, START THE ENGINE AND

LET IT RUN UNTIL THE FUEL LINES AND

CARBURETOR ARE EMPTY USE FRESH

FUEL NEXT SEASON SEE STORAGE IN-

STRUCTIONS

MATION

FOR ADDITIONAL INFOR-

NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR

CLEANER PRODUCTS IN THE FUEL TANK

OR PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.

Stopping Your Tractor

NOTE: REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRACT_ TO

B, b,.

PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE

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Push clutch-brake pedal into full "BRA!_E" position,

Keep your foot on pedal.

Place attachment clutch switch in "DISENGAGED"

Position..

C d_

Move gear shift lever to "NEUTRAL"position_

Place parking brake in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake., Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE"position..

e.

Move throttle control to "S" (slow) position..

L Turn ignition key to "OFF"position.

Never use choke to stop engine,

3.

a.

The Engine

throttle control lever (Fig. 7) past "FAS T"to the b Turni_tfitionkeyto "START'andreleasekeyassoon as engine starts.

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CAUTION: DO'NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY

FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN SECONDS PER

MINUTE.

2.

Preparing The Engine c.

ff engine does not start after four or five #ies, move

throttle control lever to "FAST" position, wait a few minutes and try again_ If the engine does not start after four or five more tries, see the TROU-

BLESHOOTING Chart. (page 24).

LEARN TO START, STOP AND RE-

VERSE YOUR TRACTOR IN A LARGE,

OPEN AREA.

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OPERAON

d After the engine starts move throttle control lever

slowly to the "SLOW" position. e.

To start a hot engine move the throttle control lever

to a position between "FAST" and "SLOW".

READ THE "SAFETY RULES" CAREFULLY

DEPTH

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

LiFT LEVE R

**HIGHEST"

POSITION

CAUTION:DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL WEIGHT TO THE

TRACTOR OTHER THAN THE OPTIONAL

WHEEL WEIGHTS° EXCESSIVE WEIGHT

MAY OVERLOAD AND DAMAGE THE

TRANSMISSION.

I LOWEST

)POSITRON

ALWAYS WEAR SUBSTANqltAL FOOT _

WEAR AND AVOID LOOSE FITTING

IN MOVING PARTS

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R H RUNNER

;HARGE

GUARD

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4

5

6

7

8

9

1

2

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TO AVOID INJURY

,_ CAUTION

Know location and function of al! controls

Keep guards, safety shield and switches in place and working

Remove objects that can be thrown by blades

Do not mow when children and others are around

Never carry children or passengers

Always took behind machine before backing

Do not mow where machine can tip or slip

If machine stops going uphill, stop blades and back slowly down

Be sure blades and engine have stopped before placing hands or feet near the blades

Remove key when leaving machine

MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD/

TRACTOR SECURE-, a b

C

FIGURE 8

Movetheattachmentliftlevertothehighpositionand adjust height of cut to mid range

Start the engine,

See Fig 8

(See Starting the Engine)

Move the throttle lever to mid range position Select a low (1st or2nd) gearuntilyou become more familiar with the operation of the unit,

NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEETIIN

OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART WHILE

TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED ATTACH-

MENT IS RUNNING.

4, Operating Your Lawn Tractor & Mower

DO NOT OPERATE THE MOWER WITHOUT

EITHER THE ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER,

ON MOWERS SO EQUIPPED, OR THE

DEFLECTOR SHIELD IN PLACE..

NOTE: THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN

OPERATOR PRESENCE SENSING SWITCH

ANY ATTEMPT BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE

THE SEAT WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND

THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH ENGAGED

WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE, d _

Slow!y release clutch brake pedal and proceed to the

Lmowing area

L g h bop the unit, then select a mowing speed..

Speed Selection Guide page 12h

Move throttle lever to half throttle and move attachment clutch switch to engaged position.

Slowly release clutch brake pedal.,

Move throttle lever to fast position.

(See i.

Observe height of cut and readjust as desired.

CAUTION: BEFORE YOU MOVE THE GEAR SHIFT

LEVER, COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. FAIL-

URE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN GEAR BOX

DAMAGE.

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OPERATION

f

FIGURE 9

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NOTE: TIRE CHAINS CANNOT BE USED WITH

THE MOWER ATTACHED, a.. Mower should be adjusted properly front to back and side to side for good mowing performance Refer to

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT section. (page 22)..

b UsetherunnerontheRH.

sideasaguide;thebfade cuts approximately an inch outside the runner (Fig

8).

C,

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine,. This witl result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting,, d,

When mowing large areas (Fig 9 ), start by turning to the right so that the clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc._ After two or three rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished.

e If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice

The first time cut relatively high, the second time to the desired height.

f The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming..

g.

See Speed Selection Guide..

SPEED SELECTION GUIDE

FUNCTION GEARSHIFT THROTTLE

Normal

Mowing

2or3

Heavy Mowing

Snow Blowing

Snow Blade

Transport

1 or2

1

4-6

FAST

SLOW

-

FAST

12 h.

Do not mow tall, dry grass ever 6 inches tatl. It is a fire hazard.

6.

Operating The Tractor On Hills

DO NOT' DRIVE UP OR DOWN HILLS

WITH SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 °

AND DO NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY

SLOPE.

REFER TO PAGE 47, a..

Move gear shift lever to "l st" geat before .starting up or down hills.

b AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS..

c.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle controf lever to slower position

LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM WHEN STOP-

PING AND STARTING TO ALLOW

SLIGHT TRACTOR ROLL DOWNHILL

AS CLUTCH-BRAKE PEDAL MOVES

THROUGH CLUTCH POSITION.

d, If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/ brake pedal quickly to brake position, e.

To restart tractor movement, make sure tractor is in the lowest speed range ("1st" Gear) and release clutch.brake

pedal SL OWL Y_ f.

Make aft turns gradually.

To keep your tractor running better, longer, perform necessary service using the folio wing maintenance schedule:

With Every Mowing

Make sure all nuts on bolts are tight and cotter pins and retainer springs are secure

Observe all safety precautions,

Keep tractor well lubricated (refer to page 17)

SERVICE RECORD

(Enter Dale Maintenance Performed)

SERVICE RECORD

Fill in dales as you complete regular service

Blades - sharpen

Brake Adjustment

Check Battery

Change Engine OIi

=

Check Engine Oil level

Clean Air Cleaner Element

....

Check Muffler

,,, ,, ........

, ......

Clean Air Screen

Lubrlcale Tractor

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Cleaner Element

Check Tire Pressure

FIRST EVERY

SCHEDULE

EVERY I EVERY / EVERY

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€

€

€

€

V

€

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MAINTENANCE

BEFORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION,

ADJUSTMENT, OR REPAIR:

1_ PUSH CLUTCH/BRAKE

COMPLETELY DOWN_

PEDAL

2_ MOVE GEAR SHIFT CONTROL

LEVER TO NEUTRAL POSITION,

3 PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN "EN-

GAGED" POSITION.

REMOVE

FOOT FROM PEDAL

4,, DISENGAGE

CLUTCH SWITCH.

ATTACHMENT

5, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE,

6, MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE

BLADES

PARTS

STOPPED,

AND

HAVE

ALL MOVING

COMPLETELY

7_ DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG

WIRE FROM THE SPARK

PLUG

AWAY

AND

FROM

PLUG TO

KEEP

THE

PREVENT

WIRE

SPARK

INJURY

FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING

BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TOUCH-

ING HOT ENGrNE OR MUFFLER

COMPONENTS

13

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

1_ Brake Adjustment

This tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system mounted on the right side of the transax/e (Fig, 10),

IF TRACTOR REQUIRES MORE THAN

SIX FEET STOPPING DISTANCE IN

HIGHEST GEAR, THEN BRAKE MUST

BE ADJUSTED,

FIGURE 10

BRAKE

OPERATING ARM

NUT

JAM

A

NUT

(WITH PARKING

BRAKE ENGAGED] a Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake b.

Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod ce is other than 1-1/2", disengage parking

brake, l_osen jam nut tFig. I0) and turn nut "A until

distance _ecomes I- I,/2", Retighten jam nut against

Nut "A'I. '_\

I Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

\above Readjuit if necessary..

2.\ Tire Care /

M_ntain tire pressure in front at 14 PSI and rear tires at !2

FIGURE 11

MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

-

/

A GRADE 5 HEAT TREATED BOLT

CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY THREE

LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD AS

SHOWN AT" LEFT.

3o Bl_d, :are/

For be_t _,suf_smower blades must be kept sharp. The blades c_ be/_harpened with a few strokes of a fife. or on a

gnnding _ e,_l We suggest they be .sharpened after every

25 hours Ymowing Do not attempt to sharpen while on

mower:, l_ _u mow in sandy soil check the blades after each

/ twom_in_.,_ Thesandwearsthebladeawayrapidly.

/"

//a Blad_ Replacement

/ Raise mo_zet to highest position to permit access to blades\

1.

Remove the hex head bolt, lockwasher and flat

,_ was_er (Fig.. 11) (turn counterclockwise)(_-'x)

2.

RemOve and discard old blade.

3 Clean_op and bottom of mower housing.

4.

Install &ew blade with SHARP EDGE DOWN and secu"m with flat washer, lockwashet and hex head bolt\TIGHTEN SECURELY

ALWAYS USE GRADE 5 HEAT

TREATED

BLADES.

BOLTS

DO

TO

NOT USE

ATTACH

PLATED

BOLTS.

CHECK BOLTS IN BLADES

OCCASIONALLY TO MAKE SURE

BOLTS ARE TIGHT, TORQUE BOLTS

TO 30 - 35 FT.- LBS. b,

When grinding, care should be taken to maintain

blade balance and the blade should be checked for proper balance before reinstallation on mower: An unbalanced or bent blade will cause excessive vibration when running, and eventual damage to mower or engine. Replace bent or damaged blades..

14

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

C,

To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or wall Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed Place center hole of clean blade over the head of the nail (Fig 12) NOTE: CENTER HOLE

OF BLADE ON NAIL, IF BLADE IS PROPERLY

BALANCED, BLADE SHOULD REMAIN IN POSI-

TION SHOWN IN FIG. 12 IF EITHER ENDOFTHE

BLADE MOVES DOWNWARD, BLADE IS NOT

BALANCED SHARPEN THE HEAVY END UNTIL

BLADE IS BALANCED.

4, BATTERY CARE

Check Battery a Battery acid solution level in each battery cell should be even with bottoms of vent tubes in cells (Fig 13)

Add ONLY distilled or iron free water if necessary

NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL b Keep battery and terminals clean c.

Keep battery bolts tight d Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps open e Recharge at 6 amperes for t hour if necessary

Clean Battery and Terminals

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals cause the

battery to "leak" power and hinders the operation of the charger

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE

EXPLOSIVE GASES.

KEEP SPARKS,

FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS

AWAY FROM BATTERIES.

ALWAYS

SHIELD YOUR EYES AROUND

BATTERIES.

a Remove terminal guard b Disconnect BLACK battery cable, then RED battery cable, and remove battery from tractor, c Wash battery with four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water NOTE: BE CAREFUL NOT TO

GET THE SODA SOLUTION INTO THE CELLS, d Rinse the battery with plain water, dry and reinstallon tractor e Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

f Replace battery cables, connecting RED battery cable to positive terminal first, then BLACK battery cable to negative terminal Coat terminal connections with grease after installation of cables g..

Replace terminal guard.

FIGURE 12

I

CUT AWAY VIEW

LIQUID

LEVEL

FIGURE 13

\

BLADE

Jf f

CENTER

.....

HOLE

/

I

I

VENT CAP

BATTERY

VENT

TUBE

15

FUEL CAP

FIGURE 14

AIR

SCREEN

ADJUSTMENT

Capacity is 1-1/2 quarts,. NOTE: DO NOT OVERRLL

Dipstick assembly must be securely tightened into tube at all times when engine is operating

IMPORTANT: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE

STARTING SYSTEM, USE SAE

5W30 OIL WHEN THE TEMPERA-

TURE FALLS BELOW 32 °.

I

I

/

Recommended SAE Viscosity Grades

Determine temperature range expected before next oif change,. Aft oil must meet A,P°I,,service classification SD,

/

SE or_£F_ .... _.

.af

Open petcock to drain engine oil,.

Tighten p_(cock finger tight to close, b Add oil through the oil filler cap/dipstick (Fig_ 14)_

20 o_ DO!

!

s2o

600

eoo 700°

'r°ii ,.

Check, 'lne 0tl Level

NOTi DO NOir CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

WITH ENGINE RUNNING.

after stopping engine, check engine oil level tra_ctot on level ground, Wipe dipstick (Fig,. 14) clean, tight for a few seconds, remove and read oil

If necessary, add oil until "FULL "mark is reached, (See

NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL

HEX NUT

FIGURE t6

5.

Change Engine 011

The best time to change engine oil is at the end of a day's

operation when all dirt and foreign materials are suspended in the hot oil.

16

Clean Air Cleaner Element (Fig.

15) a Remove two cover knobs and remove air cleaner cover

\b Remove foam pre-cleaner.

--Wash pre-cleaner in liquid detergent warm water to remove d#t and

Wrap pre-cleaner in cloth and squeeze dry,

Wipe foam with a light coat of engine oil Do not saturate.squeeze

cess oil

in rag or towel to remove exc Remove two nuts from top of cartridge d Remove cartridge and clean air cleaner body carefully to prevent dirt horn entering carbure., tot e Clean cartridge by gently tapping on flat sur.

face If very dirty, replace cartridge f Reassemble air cleaner

NOTE Nuts holding air cleaner cartridge must be in.

stalled with hber washers down on cartridge plate to prevent dirt horn entering carburetor Tighten nuts by hand , Over tightening could collapse cartridge

NOTE.

NEVER RUN ENGINE WITH AIR CLEANER RE-

MOVED

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

8.

Clean Air Screen

A

ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND FACE

PROTECTION

PRESSED AIR,

WHEN USING COM-

11. Starting your Tractor With a Weak Battery tf your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged If '_iumpercables" are used for emergency start- ing, follow this procedure:

Air screen (Fig, I4) must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and dried gum fibers,,

NOTE: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A !2 VOLT

NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM.

9, Check Muffler

Inspect and replace damaged muffler and/or deflector as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES GENERATE

EXPLOSIVE GASES.

KEEP SPARKS,

FLAME AND SMOKING MATERIALS

AWAY FROM BATTERIES.

ALWAYS

WEAR EYE PROTECTION

AROUND BATTERIES°

WHEN

A DO NOT TOUCH

FINS

HOT MUFFLER,

MAY CAUSE BURNS°

10 Lubricate Plvot Points a Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminals of each battery (taking care not to st:on against chassis). (Fig, I6) Place several drops of SA E 30 oil at points where parts move against each other, especially a,. Front axle pivot b Hood hinges c Foot pedal shaft (both ends) d Lift shaft (both ends) b,,

Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the

NEGATIVE (-) terminals of fully charged battery

C

Connect the other end of the cable to the L.H side panel bolt (Fig, 17) NOTE, KEEP A WAY FROM GAS

TANK AND BATTERY

LUBRICATION CHART

FRONT AXLE PIVOT (_

(22) SPINDLE

O WHEEL BEARINGS __:"t

GT,EROO

(_ MOWER CLUTCH PIVOT

(1_ BOTH ENDS OF

',-2../ FOOT PEDAL SHAFT //_{

......

;%::,

_WHEEL

SPINDLE

BEARINGS _

ENO,NE

P' o'G

i

(_SAE MOTOR OIL

Q EXTREMEPRESSURE

LUBRICATING GREASE

AMDEXNO I, SEARS

PART NO 2557R

_ REFER TO ENGINE OIL SPECS

17

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

d.,

DLsconnect cables in reverse order::

!

L.H Side Panel Bolt (Fig 17)

2, Negative terminals of fully charged battery

3 Positive terminals

(\

DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BAT-

TERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

L.H, SIDE

PANEL BOLT

CLUTCH/BRAKE

"CLUTCH'

PEDAL

POSIT!ON

FIGURE 17

"

,,DRIVE >"

POSITION

PARKING

"" "ENGAGED'-

BRAKE

POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

' DISENGAGED' POSITION

F_

12. Throttle Control Cable Adjustment

Never attempt to change maximum engine speed This is preset at the factory and should only be changed by a qualified service technician who has the necessary equipment CAUTION: BEFORE ANY ENGINE ADJUST-

MENT, MAKE SURE AIR CLEANER IS CLEAN RemoveAif

Cleaner Assembly, while making adjustments. a.

With engine off, place Throttle Control in "FAST" position.

b Loosen Clamp Screw (Fig. 18).

Adjust Throttle

Cable until holes "A" are aligned in governor control plate and slide plate c Tighten clamp screw..

d If holes do not align, repeat steps in throttle cable adjustment

13. Carburetor Adjustment

NOTE.: ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE BEFOf_E

MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENT TO CARBURETOR, a With engine off turn high speed mixture screw clock-

wise ( f-_'_ ) closing finger tight ONLY, and turn counterclockwise (_"-_\) 1-1/2 turns (Fig.. 18)

NOTE.: THE SCREW SEA T MA Y BE DAMAGED BY TURN-

ING IT TOO FAR CLOCKWISE.

b Turn idle mixture screw clockwise (,f_) closing finger tight only, and turn counterclockwise (_-_,)

1-½ turns (Fig 18) d With throttle control lever in "FAST" position, turn high speed mixture screw counterclockwise (P_\)

until engine runs "rough" then turn clock wise ( /-'_) until engine begins to miss.

Turn screw to a point e midway between these positions.

With throttle control lever in '`slOW"position, hold throttle lever so that idle stop screw is against carburetor; turn idle mixture Screw countercfockwise (F_) until.engine

runs "rough" and then turn clockwise

._n=til engine begins to die,. Turn idle mixture screw

to a poir} i midway between these positions

With thro tte control lever in "SL OW"position, engine should iee at 1750 RPM.

If engine idles too slow, push thr_ tUe control lever above idle and turn idle

speed sc ew one turn clockwise (F-_). Set throttle

control 14let at "SLOW" Repeat until satisfactory

idle is att tined

ff engine idles too fast with throttle control lever in

"SLOW" oosition push throttle control lever above idle and u_rnidle speed screw one turn coun!erclockwise (,_ "_).. Set throttle control lever at 'SLOW,

Repeat/until satisfactory idle is attained

I_OLE

_ lUL_

STOP

DO NO

ADJU5

/

/

/

I MIXTURE

SCREW THROTTLE

CABLE

HOLES A

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

HIGH SPEED

MIXTURE SCREW

PLATE.

GOVERNOR

CONTROL

SLIDE

PLATE

FtGURE18

14, Rep_ce Spark Plug

Replace s_ark plug at the beginning of each mowing season or every 10_ hours, whichever comes first, Gap should be set at 0030 inch (Fig 19), c.

Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes,=

Make final adjustment with engine running and Gear

Shift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.. t8

FIGURE 19

FtEPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

15. Replace In-line Fuel Filter ff fuel filter is clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburator, replacement is required,.

a..

With engine cool, remove filter and plug_ Fuel line sections removed from both ends of fuel filter (Fig..

18).

b Place new fuel filter in position in fuel fine,

,_

_

,#"k ii,, ii.....

ii,ll,,i i,illl _ ...............................

i i ,ll,,,ll,i

AND THAT HOSE CLAMPS ARE PROPERLY

INSTALLED.

1,6 Motion Drive Belt Removal

The tractor drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractoronlevelarea, Engageparkingbrake NOTE: ABELT

INSTALLATION DECAL IS UNDER LEFT FOOTREST a.

Remove mower (See mower section, Following pages).

b.. Remove two retainer springs from belt guide bracket/ below transaxte pulley.

Remove bracket (Fig 20)_/

!

/

C Swing belt guides away from belt, toward rear _f tractor (Fig. 20).

d Roll belt over top of transaxle pulley

1

/_ e.

Rofl belt over engine pulley and off idler (Fig 22) g,

Release parking brake. Pull belt as far as possible over top of clutch pulley..

Reset parking brake Puff belt over top of clutch pulley (Fig 22)..

h Pull belt out through shift gate to remove from tractor

(Fig.. 21)

Install belt by reversing above procedure

/

NOTE: REPLACE ONLY WITH BELT LISTED IN T_flS

MANUAL.

/ f t

RETAINER

SPRING

FIGURE20

/

_,_

21

_\

H. SIDE

CLUTCH

ULLEY

F, 1

BELT GUIDE

BRACKET

/

BELT

RETAINER

SPRING

ENGINE

PULLEY

SHIFT GATE

DRIVE BELT

SCHEMATIC

L_H SIDE

19

BELT GUIDE

\

FIGURE22 " - REA R

VIEWED FROM BOTTOM OF TRACTOR

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

17. Fuse Replacement

Replace with 30 amp automotive - plug-in type fuse_ Loca- tion.: Tied to wiring harness under fuel tank

18. Hood Removal

FIGURE 23 a.

To raise hood, rift at rear of hood_ b..

To remove hood, grill and side panels, raise hood and loosen one screw on each side panel.. (This screw remains in the side panel) (Fig. 23).

c.

Unsnap headlight connection (Fig° 24).. d Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood and tilt forward and lift off (Fig. 24).

e..

To reinstall, reverse above procedure.

19 Mower Removal

WIRE

CONNECTION a Remove mower belt per instructions under "Mower

Drive Belt Removal" through step(c), b..

Pul! retainer' springs out of rear suspension trunnions. Remove rear suspensions trunnions from hft brackets (Fig. 25),.

¢_ Pul! retainer spring out of rear' hinge pin. Remove rear hinge pin. (Fig. 25) d Pull retainer spring out of front hinge pin.

Remove front hinge pin (Fig.25)..

e.

Use lift levef to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor:

FIGURE 2 4

RETAINER

NOTE: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER

DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

THE L.H. AND R.H. SUSPENSION ARMS (FIG. 25)

SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM TRACTOR.

FIGURE 2 5

2O

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

20° Mower Installation

Your Mower installs without the use of tools. Raise Attachment

Lift Lever to its highest position Turn height adjustment knob to lowest position a Slide Mower under tractor, discharge guard to R H

Side b Install front hinge pin through axle and parallel rink

(Fig26).

Secure with retainer spring, c install rear hinge pin through mower lift brackets and parallel link (Fig 26) Secure with retainer spring d Move lift lever forward to lower suspension arms FIG_

\

2 6 e Slide trunnions through lift brackets holes and secure with retainer spring (Fig 27) f With belt routed around RH mower pulley and idler pulley, roll belt over mower drive pulley (Fig 27) Drive schematic decal on mower housing g.

Rol! belt over L H mower pulley h.

Use lift lever to raise mower i Turn height adjustment knob clockwise (F-_) to the

middle of its travel RETAINER

SPRING

/ //7

TRUNNION

_,iJ ,

PARALLEL

LINK

SUSPENSION

ARM

RETAINER

SPRfNGS

REAR

HINGE pIN

FRONT

HINGE

PiN

IDLER PULLEY

MOWER

DRIVE

RH

MOWER

PULLEY

LIFT

BRAC

27

ET

21

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

L.H_

MANDREL

BELT

ENGINE

PULLEYs=

FIGURE 29

LiFT LEVER

PLUNGER

LIFT

LEVER

BOTTOM

OF CURL

\

A

T

GROUND LINE

FIGURE 30

IDLER

EXTENSION

SPRING

, _

21o Mower Drive Belt Replacement

REPLACE ONLY WITH BELTS SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL, a Place attachment clutch switch in "disengaged" tion posib Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise to lowest position

(/F_ c Move attachment lift lever (Fig 28) forward to lower mower to its lowest position d Roll belt off mower drive pulley (Fig,29)

) e Remove belt from mower pulleys and idler pulley

(Fig29) f To install mower drive belt, reverse above procedure

Make sure drive belt is engaged in all pulleys

22, Mower Drive Belt Adjustment

Your tractor' has a self tensioning belt system and no adjustment is necessary.

SIDE TO.SIDE

ADJUSTMENT

_'__

__i

BOTTOM

CURL

GROUND LINE

23. Level Mower Housing

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tire pressures are 14 PSI in front tires

and 12 PSI h_rear tires If tires are overot underinftated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

Side-to-Side Mower Adjustment a.

Depress lift lever plunger and use lift lever to raise

mower to maximum cutting height, (Fig 30).. b Measure height from bottom of curl to ground line at

front of mower. Distance "A" should be the same on both sides (Fig. 30).

C,

if distance "A"needs to be changed, snap out access hole cover on L,Ho side above footrest.. Use 9/16"

wrench on nuts "B" and "C" at side-to-side adjust- ment trunnion (Fig. 31)._

d To raise left side of mower, loosen nut "B'and tighten nut "C".

e,,

To lower left side of mower, loosen nut "C" and

tighten nut "B".

NOTE: ONE ROTATION OF ADJUSTMENT NUTS IS

EQUIVALENT TO APPROXIMATELY 3/16"

HEIGHT CHANGE

,_ U I11 II I IIII I II f_ Be sure all nuts are securely tightened.

FIGURE 31

22

REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENT

Front.To-Rear Mower Adjustment a.

To obtain the best cutting results, .your mower hous- ing should be adjusted so the front and rear flange

distance "D" (Fig.. 32) is 1/2" lower in front when the mower is positioned in the highest cutting position.

NOTE MEASURE DISTANCE "D" FROM

GROUND LINE TO BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT

REAR FLANGE AND COMPARE TO DISTANCE

"D" AT BOTTOM OF CURL ON RIGHT FRONT

FLANGE.

b To raise rear of mower, loosen nut "E" on both rear suspension arms (Fig 33)Screw both nuts "F" up

EQUAL NUMBER OF TURNS (Fig. 33).

c..

When distance "D" is 1/2" lower at front than rear

tighten nuts "E"..

d To lower rear of mower, loosen nut "F" on both rear suspension arms an EQUAL NUMBER OF TURNS

(Fig. 33).

e.

When distance "D'" is 1/2'° lower at front than rear,

/

j retighten nuts "E"

NOTE: WHEN ADJUSTING REAR SUSPENSION TRUr

NIONS, ALWAYS ADJUST BOTH EQUALLY S D

MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL

.........

NUT "E

R AR s[

T

SPENSION

IUNNION

NUT F

REAR

SUSPENSION

FIGURE 3 2

REAR

SUSPENSION

ARM

LIFT

BRACKET

24. Storage

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage.

is to be stored for a period of time, clean it al! dirt, grease, leaves, etc.. Give blades and underside of housing a good coat of grease or rust preventative Store in a clean dry area.

A.

Fuel System

It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essen-

tial fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage Also, experience mdicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasoho! or using ethanol o methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can fuel System of an engine while in storage To avoid problems, the fuel system should be emptied

_f 30 days or longer i

_W il

FIGURE33 th clean engine oil, (See chart page t6)

Cylinder

I Remove spark plug

2 Pourone ounce of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder

Turn ignition key to "START position for a few seconds to distribute oil

D_ with new spark plug rior to storage, clean terminals and top ol battery

2.

Disconnect cable from positive side ot battery

3.

After a period of time in storage, baltery may require recharging

E, General Cleaning

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc , of all foreign matter

F.

Store tn a Clean Dry Area

23

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

WILL NOT START

WILL NOT TURN

ENGINE

HARD

ENGINE

ENGINE

CLICKS

TO START

MISSES

NO LIGHTS

OVER

BUT WON'T

OR LACKS

OVERHEATS

START

POWER

CAUSE/REMEDY (SEE INDEX)

Push

Move

Clutch/Brake

Fill Fuel

Attachment

Tank with

Pedal into Brake Position.

Clutch

Gasoline,

Switch to "Disengaged" Position

Check Fuel Line and Carburetor

(clean if necessary) Replace Fuel Filter

Check fuse for fault and replace

Recharge or replace Battery

Check Wiring

Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap

Charge Battery

Replace Ignition Switch

Depress Clutch/Brake

Disengage Attachment

Pedal

Clutch Switch

Replace Interlock Switch

Replace Solenoid

Replace Fuse

Check All Wire Connections

Replace Starter

Charge or Replace Battery

Place Throttle Control in "FAST" position and run starter several times to clear out gas

Remove and clean Fuel Tank and lines_ Replace Fuel Filter

Remove Air Filter and clean

Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap

Replace Battery

Check the wiring and Spark Plug

Drain Fuel Tank and C3rbureror.

use fresh fuel

Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor

Major Engine Overhaul

Shift to a lower gear or reduce load

Remove and clean Fuel Tank; replace Fuel Filter

Remove and clean Air Cleaner

Make necessary carburetor adjustments

Clean Air Screen

Add or change oil

Replace Spark Plug

Check Spark Plug

Major Engine overhaul and check for loose wires

Clean Air Screen

Add or change oil

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Remove end clean Muffler or replace

Remove and clean Air Filter

Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor

Check Fuse, Switch and wire connections Replace

Headlight Bulbs

WON'T CHARGE

Check Fuse and replace

Replace Battery

Replace Regulator

Replace Alternator

0 PERA TOR mESENCE S YS TEM-WiLL NO T SHUT DO WN

WHEN OPERA TOR LEA VES SEA T,.

Note: This tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing system, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the enigne running and the attchment clutch engaged will shut

__d.o,wn,,,,the engine.

Engage attachment clutch

Check aft wire connections

Check seat switch Check operator

Check PTO Switch presence relay

24

UNSATISFACTORY MOWER PERFORMANCE

UNEVEN DISTRIBUTION OF CLIPPINGS

MOWER BLADES WILL NOT ROTATE

EXCESSIVE MOWER VIBRATION

WIND ROWING STRIPPING OR DROPPING

OF GRASS CLIPPINGS

UNEVEN CUT OR SCALPING

TROUBLESHOOTING

.... Place _e'=C0_trol in _;FAST"

Check air pressure in tires position'

Check front to rear and side to side mower adjustment

Use a slower ground speed

Check engines RPM's (refer to Carburetor

Replace mower blades

Adjustment)

Reinstall mower blades with top of blade up

Replace with proper mower blades

Re-adjust mower drive belt

Install new Mower Drive Belt

Reinstall Mower Drive Belt

Adjust Mower Drive Belt

Replace Frozen Mandrel

Replace Frozen Idler Pulley

Replace Bent or Unbalanced

Replace Mandrel, Straighten

Blades

Deck or replace

Let grass dry out

Clean underside of Mower Deck

Readjust Mower

Readjust Mower

25

Attachments Add to the Usefulness of Your Craftsman Lawn Tractor

Searsoffersa wide varietyof attachmentsthatfit yourtractor.Manyof theseare listedbelowwith briefexplanationsof howtheycan help you,Thislist number)may be madeinthese attachments,or somemay no longerbe available_

Mostof theseattachmentsdo not requireadditiona!hitchesor conversionkits (thosethatdo are indicated)and are designedforeasy attachingand detaching_You mayorder these attachmentsat mostSearsretailstores,catalogsalesoffices,and throughthe catalog..

PERMANEXBAGGERlets you coltectgrasscIippingsand ]eavesfora heafthiernearer-lookinglawn..Two Permanexcontainershold 30-gallonplastic bags. Stocknumber71-24940

LAWNSWEEPERSlet youcoIlectgrass clippingsand Ieaves

71o24030

71-24032

30-in.

32-in

9.0 cu. fL

10.0cu. ft.,

71-24033 High-Performance

7t-24038

32 in.

38-in.

115 cu. ft.,

12 5 cu..ft.

topick up debrisin hard-to-reachplaces.

CARTSmakehaulingeasy..

71-2452

71-24353

71-24354

71-24355

3HP

4 cu. ft. /

10 cu,.fL/

10 cu. fy

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400 tb.

1,000lb,.

t,000 lb.

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71-26471chute

Dumpcart

Haulingcart

Dumpcart

71-24356 14 cu. It.

!,250 lb t Dumpcart

ROLLERforsmootherlawnsurface.36-inchwide,18 inchdiameterwatertight drumholdsup to_90 lb.ofweight.Roundededgespreventharmtoturf..

Adjustablescraperautomaticallycleansdrum. Stocknumber71-_4084.

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71-24194 Drop type,36 inch. 12 in semi-pneumatic

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71-24394 Broadcastsovera 5 to8 footswalh.70 lb capacitysteelhopper Nor_;orrosive shaft, '_ /

71-24395 Broadcasts8 to10 foot swath.160Ib.capac_tyNo\{ustpolypro_lene hopperand impeller.Vinylhoppercovet.

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CORINGAERATORtakessmallplugsoutofsoil toallowmoistureand nutrient\to c,_grassroots.36-inchswath.24 hardenedsteelcoringtips_t50

]b.capacityweight tray..Stocknumber7t-25351 \ /

AERATORpromotesdeep rootgrowthfor a healthylawn Tapered25" steelspit_ mountedon 10-in_diameterdiscspunctureholesin soilat close

DETHATCHERloosensand flipsthatchand mattedleavestolawnsurfacefor east _(_kup.Twentyspringfineteeth_Usefultopreparebareareasfor reseeding 40 inch rear mount:Stocknumber71-24313.38 inchfrontmount:S_c_ 1L_ber71-2430t,.

and handheld wandfor spot spraying,Wandhasadjustablespraypattern/Forapplying_erbicides,insecticides,fungicides,and liquid fertilizers.

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71-2458 50 psi maximumpressurewith 12 foot wand l_tk SPrays up t_25 feet with warld,

71-24398 25 psi maximumpressurewilh 10 foot wan,_ength Spraysup to _8 feet with wand

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SNOWBLADEfor snowremovalonty.,14 inchhigh,42 inct_wide"bfadeclears38 inch palh_whenangled lefi or right. Raises,fowerswith sidelever..

Adjustableskids:replaceable,reversiblescraperbar. (Use,_ iire chains,wheelweights,o_,reardrawbarweight).Stocknumber71-24407.

chuteadjuststo 210degreearcfrom tractorseat.6-inct_diameterspoutdischargessnowt0 to ,_0ft..Lift controlledat lractorseal (Usewith tirechains, wheelweights,or rear drawbarweight).StockNo 71-24072.

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TIRECHAINSare heavyduty; closelyspacedextra-largecrosslinksgive smoothride,outstandingt[action.StockNo. 71-24952..

WHEELWEIGHTSfor rear wheelsprovideneededtractionfor snow removalor dozingheavymaterials,In pairs_StockNo. 71.24434(30 Ib,.each)

TRACTORCABhasheavy dutyvinyl fabricovertubularsteelframe,ABSplastictop; clearplasticwindshieldoffers360 degreevisability.Hingedmetal

framedoorswitll catch,Keepsoperatorwarmand dry, Removevinyl and windshieldfor use assun protectorin summer°StockNo_71-24171,.

Opliona]accessoriesfor tractorcab: tinted/temperedsolidsafelyglasswindshiedwithhandoperatedwiper(StockNo.7t-26168); 12-voltambercaution lightfor mountingon cab top(StockNo 71-26t89).

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