Sears 917.25147 User manual

Brand: Sears

Model: 917.25147

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: User manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 OWNER'SMANUAL

• Assembly

=Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

oService and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

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

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting,

Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with me

instructions, to operate the machine.

Clear the area of objects such as rOCKS toys wire etc.

which could be picked up ann thrown oy the blade,

Be sure the area isclear of other eeoole before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless abSOlUtely necessary. Always

look down and behind before anG while backing

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not eolnt

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guara in place

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unattenaea Always turn off

blades, set parking brak_/stoe engine, al"_ remove Keys

before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

Stop engine before removing grass catcner or unclogging

chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial lignt

,, Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roaaways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

II, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor "elated to toss-of-control ann

tipover accident,, which can result in severe injury or seam.

All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back uo me

slope or if you feel uneasy on it. do not mow it.

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrair could

overturn the machine. Tafl grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear _a that you will net have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommenaations for wheel

weights or counterweights to _mprove s[ao_l_ty

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attacnmems

These can change the stability of the macnme

Keep all movement on the sfc Des stow ann graou_ Do not

make sudden changes in speea or o_receon

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope f tires lose traction

disengage the blades and oroceea s_ow_ysrratghtdown me

slope.

DO NOT:

Do not turn on slopes unless necessar_, annmen. turn SlOWly

and gradually downhill, if possible

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or emuanKmems The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge

of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves _r

Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

Do not try to stabilize the machine b_.3using your foot on the

ground.

Do not use grass catcher on s_eee sic ses

ill. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

Keeo children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

;are of anomer responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

Before and when backing, ook behind and down for small

children.

Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

njured or interfere with sate machine operauon.

Never a! ow children to operate the machine.

Use extra care t,,nen approaching blind corners, shrubs.

trees, or other o_.ects that may obscure vision.

iV. SERVICE

Use extra care _nnanaHng gasoline and other fuels. The are

flammable and vapors are exeloslve.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cad or and fuel witt" the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the mscn_ne indoors.

Never store the m_cn_ne or fuel container inside wnere

there is an penn flame such as a water heater.

Never run a machine inside a c!osed area.

Keep nuts and DOltS.especially blade attachment bolts, t_gnt

anc_Keep eou_omen[ _ngooa c Dnd_hon

Never _amper w_tr safet, 3ewces. Check tnelr proper

operation regu_any.

Keep machine free of grass eaves, or other debris build-up.

Clean oil or rue spillage Allow machine to cool before

stonng.

Stop and respect the equipment if you strike an object

Repair, if necessary, betore restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

Grass catcher components are subject to wear. damage, and

deterioration, which coulo expose mowng parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Freaueetly check components and

reelace with manufacturer's recommended Darts. when nec-

essary.

Mower biases are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade,s or

wear g__ves ann use extra caution when servicing them

Check brake operation freouently Adjust and service as

reau_rea

Look for this symbol to point out im-

portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS iNVOLVED.

d place wire where it cannot contact

plug in order to prevent accidental

_ staring when setting up, transporting,

_ -- .... =

A WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your eurcnase of a Sears

Tractor, It has been designed, eng neered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

eerformance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this trac[or.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions wil

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor propeny.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"

MODEL

NUMBER 917.251470

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND

ON A PLATE UHDER THE SEAT.

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

DATE OFPURCHASEANDKEEPINASAFEPLACE

FORFUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is availab]e on this orod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Foliow a regular schedule in maintaining, canng for and

using your tractor.

Follow the instructions under "Customer Resoonsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFiCATiONS

HORSEPOWER: 20.0

GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE tAPI-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

GAP: .030'

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004" - .006"

EXHAUST: .007" - .009"

GROUND SPEED (MPH/: FORWARD:

ls! 1.1

2no 1.4

3rd 2.3

4th 3.5

5th 4.4

5.7

REVE'RSE: !.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14PSI

REAR: t0 PSt

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY AMP/HR 30

WIN CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS.

WARNING: This trac[or is eauiDoea with an internal

combustion engine ana should not De usea on or near any

un_mprovea forest-coverea brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine s exnaus[ system ts eauiDpea

wnn a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any). If a spark arrester is dsea, t should be malmalned

in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

tSection 4442 of the California Public Resources Code

Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A suark arrester for the muffler is available

througn your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RiDiNG EQUIPMENT

For two {2) years from the aate of ourcnase if this Craftsman Riding Equipment _smalmainea Jbncated and tuned ue according [o

the instructions in the owner's manual Sears will reea_r or reolace, free of cnarge, any 9arts found to be defective in material or

workmanship.

This Warrant, does not cover:

[ ffo,laaoJe I[ems which become worn during _rmal use sucn as blaae_ spark p=ugs air c;eaners 3elts. e[c

Tire replacemen[ or repair causee oy punctures from outside objoc[e such as naris, morns szumps, or g ass

* Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the f_{[lure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructions contained inthe owner's manual

Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.

IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT tS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE

DATE OF PURCHASE. WARRANTY SERVICE tS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO YOUR

NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS FROM

THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS

PRODUCT IS fN THE UNITED STATES

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other nghts which may vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA. HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 4

INDEX ............................................................................ 4

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5

ASSEMBLY ............................................................... 7-9

OPERATION ..................... _.................................... 10-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-25

STORAGE ................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................ 30-47

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-53

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................. BACK PAGE

iNDEX

Accessories ............................................ 5

Adjustments:

Brake ........................................... 22

Carburetor ....................... 25

'V1L,- g

Front-To-Back ........................ 21

Side-To-Side .......................... 21

Throttle Control Cabie ................. 24

Air Filter Engine ........................ 18

Air Screen. Engene ............................ 18

Assembly ........................................... 7-g

Battery:

Charging ...................................... 8

Cleaning ..................................... 17

Starting with Weak Battery .......... 23

Storage ..................................... 26

Terminals ............................ "

Belts:

Motion Drive

Removel/Reelacement ........... 22

Mower Blade Drive

Removal/Replacement ........... 22

Blade:

Sharpening ................................. 16

Replacement ............................. 16

Brake Adjustment .............................. 22

Carburetor Adjustment ....................... 25

Controls Tractor ................................ ""

Customer Resoonsibilities ............. 15-19

Engine

Air Filter ............................... 18

Air Screen. Engne ............ 18

Battery .............................. "

_.oolng Fins, Eeg ne ............... 18

Engine Oi! ............................. "

Fuel Filter 19

Spark Plugs .......................... - g

Tractor:

Blades ............................... 16

Lubrication Chart t5

Maintenance Schedule ....... 15

Tire Care 2 16.23

Cutting Height Mower ..................... 12

Electrical

Interlocks and Relays ........... 24

Schematic ............................ 29

Ninng Diagram ........................ 30

Engine

Air Filter ....................................... 18

Air Screen ................................. 18

Cooling Fins, Engine ................. 18

Oil Change 17

Oil Leve ................................. 13.17

O Type ...................................... 17

Preearauon ................................. 13

Repair Parts ........................... 48-53

Starting ........................................ 1,_

Storage ....................................... 26

Filters:

Air ................................................ 18

Fuel ............................................. 19

Fuel:

Type ....................................... 13

Storage ...................................... 26

Fuse ............................................. 24

Gauge Wheels ..................................... 9

Hood Removal/Installation ................. 24

Leveling Mower Deck ......................... 21

Lubrication Chart ................................ 15

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 15

Mower:

Adjustment =rent-to-Back .......... 2t

Adjustment Side-to-Side ........... 21

Blade Shareenmg 16

Blade qeolacemen] ................ 16

Cutting He,gin 17

nsra_la[Eo_ 20

Ooera[_on ............................. 13

Remova ......................... 20

Mowing Ties _a

Muffler ........................ 19

Spark Arrester ........................ 3.40

Mulche _Plate .................................... 9

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ....... !3 "-"

Engine .............................. "

3toraue ............................. 26

Or_erat=on ...................................... ! O-14

Operating Mower ............................... 13

OPtions:

Accessories ................................... 5

Seark Arrester ........................ 3.40

Parking Brake .............................. 11-12

Parts Bag ............................................. 6

Parts. Reolacement/Repair ........... 30-47

Product Seecfficatiens ........................... 3

Repair PaRs ................................. 30-47

Safety Rules ......................................... 2

Seal ...................................................... 8

Service and Adjustments .............. 20-25

Brake ........................................ 22

Carburetor ................................... 25

Fuse ........................................... 24

Hood Removal/lnstaltation ........ 24

wu,lu, Drive Bell

Removal/Replacement ........... 22

Mower Blade Drive Bell

Removal/Replacement .......... 22

Mower Adjustment:

Front-to-Back ......................... 21

Side-to-Side .......................... 21

Mower Installation ..................... 20

Mo_ _rRemoval ......................... 20

Tire Care ............................. 9.16.23

SloPe Guide Sheet ........................ 55

Spark Plugs ...................................... 19

Specifications ....................................... 3

Starting the Engine .................... 13-14

Steering Wheel ................................ 7.23

Stopping the Tractor ........................... 12

t_torage ................................... 26

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..... 24

Tires ...................................... £ 1623

Trouble Shooting Chart .................. 27-28

Transaxle Rec air Parts ................ 46-47

Warram. .......................................... 3

Wrong Diagram ................................. 30

Wiring Schema1 c ..................... 29

ACCESSORIES 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.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

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'ou. This list was current at the time of Ouellcatlon: nowever it may change infuture years - more attachments ma, be addeo, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no hr?ger be available or fit your model. Cont "* ;,our qearest Sears _ '^" 'he

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attacnments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits +,hosethat do are indicated and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growln for a healthy lawn TaDered

2,5-inch steel SelKeS mourned on 10-inch diameter discs puncture

holes in soft at close intervals to let moisture soak m Steel weight tray

for increased oenetratlon

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available olus accesso-

nes sucn as side oanel kits, tool caday, can cover erotecuve mat ans

dolly.

CORING AERATOR takes smelt elugs out of soil to a_low moisture

and nutrier_s to reaen grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24 hardened stee_

conng tips 150 lb. capacity weight tray

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel e_ades teat angle from t0 to

20 degrees 40 _nches wide. Can hook 2 umts n tandem. [Reauwes

sleeve niter

DOZER BLADE removes snow: grades air sand and gravel 48

nches wtde 17 inches hig h clears 44-inch paT wnen angled. Master

lift control lever for ooeraror ease. Spring trip for snow removal on

uneven pavement: built-in float for blade to follow ground contour.

Reversible reelaceabte scraeer bar. (Usewtthtirechamsandwheel

weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalDing" on uneven rerra=n.

GANG HITCH lets you to',_ 2 or 3 eulFben_na attacnmems al

once SUch as sweeDers, dethatchers aerators (not for use with

roliers ears or otner neavy attachments

MULCH RAKE!DETHATCHER oosens so and flies tna_cn and

matted _eaves to _awn sudace for easy p_cKup Twenty spring tine

teetn Useful to predate bare areas for seeding Available for front dr

rear mouncng. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING

TINE DETHATCH ER covers 36dnch wide cam and tosses rnatcn into

large hopeer Mounts behind tractor.

PLOW turns soil 6 ncnes aeee. cuts lO-inch furrow. Crank adjust-

ment controls depth, 3-position yoKe sets w_dtn, tlea_, steel lanuslae

for straight furrowing tReauRes s_eeve mtcn,

RAMP TOPS AND FEET _et you oaa and unload tractor from a

DICKUD[tUCK use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber.

REAR GRADER BLADE is42 Inches wide and oeerated from drwer's

seat, Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading.

Reverses for pusntng snow backwards rRegu.'es sleeve h_tch

ROLLERforsmootherlawnsurfac_ 36-mchw=de 18qnchdEamete[

water-t_gm drum no_as JD tO 390 Ibs _f weight Rounded edges

Drevent harm to turt Adjustable scrader automatLcalij cleans arum.

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR _ 43 inches NiCe Prepares ground for

seeding, neles weed control. Steel frame holds 5 adjus[aele sweess

Adjusts vertically, honzontall, (Reouires sleeve h_tch Optional

accessory: steel furrow opener Ior w}aer openings for potatoes

corn and other deee-seeaea croes

SLEEVE HITCH for use with master lift system. Singte ptn couples/

uncouples

SNOWTHROWER has 42-inch swath Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet/heav,'snow. Mounts eastly with simple pin arrange-

meT. Discharge cnute adjusts from tractor seat. 6-inch diameter

SCOUtatscnarges snow 10 to 50 feet dft controlled at tractor seat

use wnn cnams and wheel weEghts and/or rear drawbar weigm

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor

ca[tery or other 12-volt source nc_udes dooms for automatic

spraying aria nard held wand for sect seraymg. Wand has ac.ustable

spray ¢ _ttern Cor aDDly_ng nerelclaes lnsectlclaes, fungicides and

ueuid fertilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing and weed killing

easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-icers and

sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves,

TILLER has 8 hp engme [o prepare seed Beds. culrwate, and compost

garaen resJaue. Chain-drive transmission. Six 11-inch diameter one

3_eee heat-treated steel tines, Tills 30aneh BUtt" fReau_res steeve

mtclq Or use 5 hE tow-behind TILLER with 36-inch swath to orecare

seed eeas cumvate and compost garden residue Tiller has _ts own

:)uittdn lift and deem control system and does NOT require a steeve

- ton =its any _wn, yard or garden tractor Simply nOOK ue tO the

_ractor nrawear end go Optiona_ accessories for 5 hc t{_ter conveR

unit for dethatohm ], aerating, niiHng without tools

TiRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cress _nK_

give smoom ride outstanumg tracsor

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty wny_ fabnc over tubular steel frame

ABS elastic to[): c_ear o_ast_c wlnasn_e_J offers 360 degree ws_ou

rllngea metat doors WIT catce ReeDs operator warm and dry

Remove wny_ s_ae_ and w_nosn_elas [or use as sun oroteczor -

summer. Optional accessories include: tlnteditem#erea sofia

safety g_ass t_,masn_e_d wttn nana oderatea N_eer 12-volt ameer

caution light for mounting on CaD rOD

VACS for oowerfut collection of near, grass c_{pp_ngs and ea yes

Oetiona l wand attachment to 91OKgC dec rIs _nnard-to-reacn DidOeS

VAC/CHIPPER mcluaes a cr nner-snredaer.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal aeol_cat_ons Can

De mounted on front of tractor for DIOW_R] aeDIICaSons dses It 55

[D. wel gel

WHEEL WEIGHTS fol rear whee :_[)rowae rleeae_ traction for :_now

remowu or Oozing nervy m_}[erl;lis

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1JShoulder'Bolt 5/16-18 _1 HexBolt 1'2-13xi

1_ Lock Washer 1/2

{llWasher 17/32xl-3/16x12Gauge

(3) Retainer Spnngs (doub]e loop)

(4) Retainer Sonngs tsmg e tooot

_2)Hex Bolts 1 4-20 x 3/4 2} Hex Nuts t/4-20

2 Lock Washers i/z[ _,_

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Parts packed separately in carton

)

Seat

Steering

Wheel Video

Cassette

Manual Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

Steering

Wheel

Insert

2 Frollt Lnk Assemblies

Steering

Sleeve

!2) Keys

Slope Sheet

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those Darts left unassembled for shipping purposes.

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all 0arts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely, Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly eas_er. Standard

wrench sizes are listed,

(2) 7/16 wrencnes Utility knife

(1) 1/2 wrencn Tire Ùressuregauge

When rlgnl or left nana _smemlonea * this manua_ [

means when you are in the operating Position (seated

behind me steenng wneeu.

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

Remove all accessible 1Dose oars ana OaRScanons

from carton (See page 6).

Cut. from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

Check for any additional _oose pars or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

Remove Iocknut ana large fiat washer from steenng

shaft.

Position front wheels of the tractor so they are polm_ng

straight forward.

Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft

Position steenng wheel so cross bars are horizonta

deft to right) and slide onto adapter.

Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with Iocknut

and large flat washer oreviously removeD. Tighten

securely.

SnaD steering wheeI nsen mo center of steering

wheel.

Remove orotectlve DlaStiC from tractor hood and gem

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

N SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

S TO ROLL OFF 3KtD.

TO RO LLTRACTOR OFF SKID {See Operation

section for location and function of controls)

Press ft Iever 31ungerand raise attachment liftlever to

its hignest oosmor

Release parKing DraKe by aepress_ng clutch/brake

pedal.

Place gearshift lever in neutra fN/ DOShoe.

Rc tractor backwards off skid.

STEER,NG

WHEELINSERT

_._.._LOCKNUT

LARGE FLAT

/"AShZR

f STEERING

-_-_-_'IWHEE L

FIG. 1

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bends, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding,

Lift hood _o ra_sea DOSe[on

ODen terminal access doors, remove termlna 3rotec-

[ive CaDS and DiscarD,

If this battery sour into service after monm and year

indicated on labe labe ecated between terminals

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amos.

First connect RED Darter, :aeie to 3ositive (+) battery

term qatwith hex bolt. flat washer, lock washer and Rex

nut as ShOWn Tighten securely.

Connect BLACK grounding caole to negatwe (-) bat-

rer, terminal With rema_nm_ nex Do flat washer loc_

washer ana nex nu_. Tighten securely.

Close terminal access doors

use termlna access doors for:

nsoeciton fol secure connecuons (to tlgnteF narD

ware).

ASSEMBLY

Inspection for corrosion.

Testing battery.

Jumping (if required),

Periodic charging,

HEX NUT

DISCARD TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS

LOCK

WASHER

FLAT

WASHER

/ HEX

BOLT

TERMINAL

ACCESS

DOOR

POSITIVE

(RED)

CABLE

(BLACK)

CABLE

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

Place seat on seat oan ana assemble shoulder bolt,

Assemble aQjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer

loosely. Do not tighten.

Tighten shoulder bolt secure y.

Lowe. ,_eat q[o operatl% Jos_',onand sit on seat.

Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to Dress clutch/brake pedal all the way

aown.

Get off seat without moving ts adjusted oosition.

Raise seat and hghten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEATPAN

SHOULDER _

BOLT

FLAT WASHER

/ ...

ADJUSTMENT bLOCK WASHER

BOLT

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping eureoses Correct tire oressure s mportant for

best cutting Derformance.

Reduce tire 3ressure [o PS snown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" or page 3 of this manual

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afte- y 3u learn how to operate vour tractor check to see

_na[ the DraKe s properly :_dJJs_ea, See 'q-O ADJUST

BRAKE" ntne Service anu Adjustments secuon of m_s

manua

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 4 and 5)

Be sure tractor is on leve_surface and mower suspension

arms are ralsea with attachment lift control, Engage parK-

mg DraKe.

Cut and remove ties secunng anti-sway bar and belts,

Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck,

Slide mower under tractor with discharge guara [o r gm

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES INSTALL BELT INTO

ENGINE =ULLEY GROOVE.

Install one front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower

:)racket and C.R. from suspension DracKeL Reta 3WIl[n

[we single loop retainer springs as snown.

Install second front link inR.H. front susoension bracket

and retain with single _OOOreta=ner spring as snown.

Slide right side of mower back and install link in top hole

of R.H. front mower bracket. Retain with s_ngle loop

retainer spring as snown.

Turn heigm aajustment KnOBcoumerclocKw_se until it

StODS.

Lower mower linKage with attachment lift control

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPalNG

(Outward pointing

DOUBLE LOOP deck pins)

RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS

BRA(J;_c

SUSPENSION

ARMS

Place the suspension arms on outward pointing BeCK

pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to

align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms.

Retain with double loop retainer springs.

Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

Install clutch rod in clutch lever. Secure with retainer

spnng.

Turn nelgm aajustment knob clockwise _o remove

slack from mower susoenslor

Raise deck to highest eosition.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cuttin_ resu_s, mower snoula Deproperly eveneD.

See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PRC2ER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower

arwe. ana mower blade anve belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are

"outed correct y.

CLUTCH FRONT

LEVER LINKS

RETAINE_

ROD SPRING

FRONT

SUSPENSION

/ BRACKETS

.- /

ENGINE

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

IDLER

PULLEY

, _, _ SINGLE

LOOP RETAINER

SPRINGS

_"_"-._ FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

DISCHARGE

_GUARD

FIG. 4

ASSEMBLY

J"CHECKLIS T

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR. WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THEBESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

¢" All assembly _nstruct_ons have been completed.

,/ No remain ng loose 3arts in carton

/ Battery ts properly prepared and chargea. {Minimum

hour at 6 amDs).

,z Seat is adjusted comfortably and hghtened securely.

v" All tires are properly inflated. {For shipping purposes.

the tires were overinflated at the factory h

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled slde-to-slae/

front-to-rear for best cutting results, tTires must De

properly inflated for leveling).

,/ Checkmoweranaanvebelts. Besuretheyarerouteu

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clampea.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR. PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at oroper teve

,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar w th all controls - their location ana

function. C _erate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system _sin safe operating condition.

OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the oroduct. Learn and understand their meaning.

l::3A ,

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL

CHOKE MOWER HE'IGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

IGNITION

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

4YDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hyaro Models on y)

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with yDurtractor to familiarize yourself with the locations Dfvarious controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

AMMETER IGNITION

SWITCH

THROTI'LE

CONTROL

THROTTLE

CONTROL_,

LIGHT

SWITCH

CLUTCH/

BRAKE

PEDAL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

PARKING DRAKE

HEIGHT

KNOB

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

FiG, 5

Our (ractors conform to the safet, standards of _ne American National S_andards Inst![ute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: usea [o eng_ge the

mower blades or other attachments moumea to your

trac[or.

UGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on aria off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: useu [o control engine soeee.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeclutchlng ana oraK.

ing the tractor and starhng rne eng=ne

PARKING BRAKE: LOCKSclutch/brake 9eaa mo me

DraKe position.

CHOKECONTROL - Usea when starting a cold engtne.

GEAR SHIFT LEVER • Selects the soeea aria alrecuon of

the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LiFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the

mower deck or other attachments mounted to your trac[or.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to reIease attachment lift

ever wnen changing [s position.

IGNIT!ON SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping tne

eng ne

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: usect [o aajust tne mower

cutting height.

AMMETER: Indicates hattery charging (4-)or discharging

(-)

PERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into_

_u_ _ resultinsevereeyedamage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while-operating your I

tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safe_ mask

_andard safety glass?.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

Your tractor is equipced with an operator presence sensing

switcn. When engine is running, any a[[emp[ cy the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

crake wilt shut off the engine.

Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE position

and hold.

Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

"emaln in "BRAKE" uosition. Make sure parking crake

will hold tractor secure.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL /

"DISENGAGED"

"_ / POSITION

'BRAKE"

POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

/" GEARSHIFT

LEVER

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

PEDAL "DRIVE" KNOB

POSITION

FIG.6

I _ p_edab(_ve, beforeleav-

_ ingthe o_ , J,_,'_ position; to empty

_r, etc. ....

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Always operate engine ot full throttle.

Operating engine at tess than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a co_eengine.

Do not use to start a warm engine.

To engage choke control, pu! knob out. Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 6)

The direction and soeed of movement _scontrolled by me

gearshift _ever.

Start tractor wnth clutch/brake peoal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired position.

Slowly release clutc, ,,,J__e pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE.

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into futI "BRAKE" position.

, Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.

ENGINE -

. Move throttle control to slow ("gl,) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (=gk.)

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire".

Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 6)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

Turn knob clockwise (/'-_) to raise cutting height.

Turn knob counterclockwise (_) to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-!/2" to 4". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

'during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired heighL

OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

ing switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat

with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine.

Select desired height of cut.

Lower mower with attachment lift control.

Start mower btades ...... drag attachment clutch

centre

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

CAUTmON: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mower., so equipped, or the dis-

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

LEVER DISENGAGED "ENGAGED"

POSITION _ POSITION ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

/ J HIGH POSITION

LOW

"_ POSITION

FIG. 7

DISCHARGE

GUARD

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

Choose the slowest seeed before starting up or down

qiIIs

Avoid stopp_ng or changing speed on n_Hs

f slowing s necessary, move [nro[ue control ever to

slower DOSltlon

If stopping Is absolutely necessary, pusn clutcn/oraKe

3edal quickly to DraKe POSItIonan(] engage parking

DraKe,

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement,

To restart movement, slowly release parking brake anc

clutch/brake Dead

Make all turns siow_y.

TO TRANSPORT

Raise attachment ift to nighest Dos_tIon with attach-

ment lift control.

When pushing or towing your tractor. Desure gearshift

lever is _nneutral NI oos tlon.

Do not Bush or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect need from damage when transporting

your tractor on atruckor a trailer. Besure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

[o tractor trope, core etc.,

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

The engine =nyour tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ulpstick: wtpe oil oft.

Reinsert the diestick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on

thetube, Donotthreadthecauontothetube, Remove

ano read oil love I necessary, add oil until "FULL"

mark on dipstick s reacneu. Do not overfill.

For cola weather oeerat=on you should change oil for

easier starting _See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Resoonsibilities section of this manual).

To change eng "_eo=I.see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deuosits

anc reduce vawe if_. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase rue - JJant_t_esthat can be used within 3:;

days to assure fue fresnness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING ",,ITEMPERATURES

BELOW32"F(0°C/ JSEFRESH CLEANW NTERGRADE

3ASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING

WARNING: Exaenence qatcates that alcohol blended

fuels coiled gasono_ or using etnanc or methane) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an eng De while tn storage. To avoid engine

oroblems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or onger. Drain the gas tank. start the

eng ne and iet it run utah the rue lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

uons for auud_ona nformation. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner Droducts In the fuel tank or oermanent

oamage may occur.

OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run

out of fuel. it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine

Deoress clutch/brake pedal and sel parking Drake,

Place gearshift lever n neutral IN) positior

Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" oosition.

Pull choke contro_ out to choke ,,_ ) position for cold

engine start. For warm engine star ao not use ChOKe

control.

Move throttle control to midway between fast (.t_) ana

slow [_ ) Positions,

qsert Key_nzoLgnitionand turn key c ockwise to"START"

position and release Key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen

seconas per minute. If engine aoes no1 star[ after

severa attempts, move throttle control to fast (,_)

3osition. wait a few munutes ana try again

When engine starts, slowly push choke control in.

Move throttle control to fast ,_) position.

Allow eng ne to warm UD for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachments.

NOTE: if at a high altitude [auove 3000 feet 3r in cold

temperatures [below 32°F), [ne carburetor rue m_xture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See

"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service ana Adjust-

ments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor.

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 trim-

ming.

Drive so that clippings are dischar_._a OhLOthe area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

machine. This wil result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that c!in,3ings will discnarge away from shrubs.

fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

n the opposite direction making left hand turns unt

finished (See Fig. 8/,

if grass _sextremely tal!. _tshould be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively nrgh: the second to the

desired height,

Do not mow grass when it s wet. Wet grass will Plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

ary before mowing.

Alwa/s operate engEne at full throttle when mowing to

assu_'e better mowing performance and proper dis-

cnarge of material Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a tow enougn gear to gwe the mower cutting

oerformance as we as me qaaHry of cut desired.

When operating aTmcnmems, select a arouna sueea

that will su_t the uJrannand gwe best performance of

the attachment Demg usea.

f .-.,

FiG. 8

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOUCOMPLETE

REGULARSERVICE

CheckBrakeOperation _#'

CheckTire Pressure _#4

Checkfor LooseFasteners

Sharpen/ReplaceMowerBladcs

LubricationChart

CheckBatteryLevel/Recharge

CleanBatteryandTerminals

CheckTransaxleCooling

Adjust BladeBelt(s)Tension

Adjust MotionDriveBelt(s) Tension

CheckEngineOitLevel

Change Engine Oil

CleanAir Filter

CleanAir Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil F{Iter(If equipped)

CleanEngineCoolingFins

ReplaceSparkPlug

Replace Air FilterPaper Cartridge

ReplaceFuelFilter

v' v'

mmmm

'V'

V'2

v'Jl

SERVICE

* Change mor_ oflen when c 3erat_ng u_oer a rte_w ioa{3 or Enrf_(jt_ amDlel_[ [erPPeta[urBs,

2 - Se_ice more oftel3 when oDer_ln{J in {31r_ or Gusl_ con(_[ions

3 - tf e(]u_p#ed with oil rifler, cnange otl eve_ 50 hours.

4 - RePlace blades more often when mowing in SaRQy SO

5 - If eaulapea wltn aa_ustaDle system.

6 - Not reauired if eaufoDed with maintenance-free battery

7 - Tigllten Iront axle Divot bolt to 35 fl.qbs, maximum

Co not overt _n[ert.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on tn_stractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to ooerator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed _nthis mar-ua=.

Some adjustments Nm qeeo _o be maae periodically to

properly maintain /our tractor

All ad Jstments q the Service and Ad.ustments section of

tnts manuat snoulo De cnecKea at least once each season.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) SPINDLE ZERK---_ _ ]-_ SPINDLE ZERK (:_

®FRONT======================================= RONTWBEE ®

BEARING ZERK _-'_. " _. [ .-_ BEARING ZERK

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or reotace a_r filter and check blades ana Dells for (_)ATTAC

wear. A new sParK p_ug ana clear atr filter assure CLUTCH

proper air4uel mixture and help your engine run better PtVOTtS!

aria astlonger.

BEFORE EACH USE

Check englne oil level.

Check brake operauon

Check tire pressure.

Check for loose fasteners

PIVOTS

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE _IVOT PC NTS

NHtCH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBR

CANTS WiLL ATTRACT DUST AND 31RT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS _ YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY. POW-

1_ DERED GR_,PHITE TYPF LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

Iftractor requires more than s_x _3)feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear. then brake must be adjus[eo.

See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" n The Service and AdjusT-

_nentssection of this manual,.

TIRES

Maintain proper air pressure in al t_res See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manuau.

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil. or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

Avoid stumps, stones, aeep ruts. shard oBJeCTSaria

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 10)

Care should be Taken to Keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tua! damage to mower and engine.

The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel, Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or acone balancer, (When using a cone

balancer follow me instructions suppl_ed w_th bal-

ancen.

Slide blade on to an unthreaded 3oilion of the steel bolt

or D_naria no d the bolt or pin parallel with the grouna

If blade is Dalancea. it should remain _n a horizontal

nosition. If e_tner end of the blade moves downwara

snarpen tee neavy end unti TneBlade is balaneeu.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are net.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kent snarp Re-

oJace bent or damageu Dlaaes

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 9)

Raise mower To highest position to allow access To

blades.

Remove hex bolt. _ockwasher ant flat washer securing

blade.

nstall new or resnarpenea Diane w_[n(ramng eage up

towams aeoK as shown

Reassemble hex bolt. lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

Tighten bolt securely [30-35 Ft. Lbs. Torque).

IM.'?qTANT: BLADE BCL- '" GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: Wede net recommend sharpening blade- but ifyou

do. be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE

FLAT WASHER ._

LOCK WASHER ,.....

HEX BOLT

(GRADE 8)*

TRAILING EDGE

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 9

CENTER HOLE

BLADE

5/8" BOLT

OR PIN _ /

FIG. 10

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However. periodic charging of the

battery with an automotwe charger will extend its life.

Keep battery and terminals clean.

Keep Battery oo_tst_gm

Keep smal ent noles open

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for " hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion ana air on tee pottery arc] terminals can cause

me Battery to "leak" Bower.

Remove terminal ] Jaro.

Disconnect BLACK batter, ;aBle first Teen RED Dab

tory cap_e ann remove battery from tractor

Rinse the battery w_TnGlare water and dry

Clean terminals and Do[Torycable ends with wire brush

until Dngnt.

Coat terminals with grease or oetroleum jel y.

Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

CUSTO RESPONSIBiLiTIES

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of

operatior ano replace t necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and cnaff whicP

can restnct cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRiCATiON

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with APISB "vice

classification S Por SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expectea operatmg temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

*2g 0 3C 32° 40 60 _ 8(

-3( -20 r_ -10" 0 ° 10_ 20 ° 30 °

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FiG. 11

NOTE: Almough multl-wscosity otis _5W30. 10W3O etc.,

improve staring in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

Nil! result in increased oit consume[it n when used above

32°F, Check your engine o evel more frequently to avoid

possIDte engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after the first two hours of operauon and

every 25 hours thereafter or at east once a year if me

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tigmen oit fil

cae/diostick securely each time you check the oil leve

TO CHANGE [:-NGINE OIL CSeeFig 11 and 12_

Determine temperature range exoectea before oil chan je.

A oil must meet API service classification SF or SG

Be sure tractor s on level surface.

Oi wilt drain more freely wnen warm.

Catch on _na su!taele container.

Remove oil fill cae/a astick. Be careful not to allow a_R

to enter t_e engine when changmg o

Remove drain plug,

After oil has drained completely, replace o_iuraln plug

and hgr_ten securely

Refill eng ne wf[n oHmrough oil fill d;ostlcK tube Pour

slowly, Do not overfill For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual.

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstickforchecking evel Be

sure d Ostlck cap is tlgntenea securely for accurate

reading, Keep oil at "FULL" line on c estick.

OIL

DRAIN

PLUG

AIR SCREEN

OiL FILL j_J"

CAP/DIPSTSICK "

FIG. 12

CLEAN AiR SCREEN [See Fig. 12)

Air screen must De KeDt free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine damage from overheating. Clean w_tna wire brush

or compressed air to remove u_rtand stubborn dried gum

fibers.

AiR FILTER (See Fig. 13)

Your engine will not run 3ropeny using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam ore-cleaner after every 25 hours ot opera-

tion or every seasor Service pacer cartridge every 100

qours of coeration or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often unaer aus_y conditions

Remove KROD(S; _na cover

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

Wash it in liauid detergent and water.

Squeeze it dry n a clean cio[n

Saturate it _nengine oil. Wrap it in clear" absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oi

If very dirty or damaged, replace pro-cleaner.

Reinstall ore-cleaner over cartridge

Reinstall cover ana secure w_m knob s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

Remove wing nuts ana carriage p_a[e.

CarpfHIIv removp :artr'Llqe - u[eve['_[ aeons [ram

entering carbureto-

Clean cartridge uyrappmng gently onflat surface, fvery

airy or oamagea reolace carrie ]e,

meinsta cartridge n_a[e,wing nuts, precieaner cover

and secure with knob(s).

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE, THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY

CARTRIDGE,

AIR SCREEN

FIG. 13

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 14)

Remove any dust, dirt or oi from eng=ne cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide covers

must be removed. Remove side panels and hood {See "TO

REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" n the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual).

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (it

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARKPLUGS

Replace spark p_ugs al the beginning of each mowing

season or after every f00 hours of oueration whichever

occurs first, Spark plug type and gap setting are snown _,

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If rue

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

repla: "_'_ 1<rec dired.

With engine cool. remove filter an{] p_ug fuel une

sections,

Place new fue filter _nPosition n fuel line with arrow

potnung _owarus carDure[or,

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

DroDery positioned.

Immediately w_pe up any spEueagasoline.

CLAMP_

FUEL __.____"

CLAMP

FiG. 15

TOP AIR

ENGINE

COOLING FINS

AIR GUIDE COVER (BOTH SIDES)

CLEANING

Clean engine, battery, sea_ finish e_c. of al oreign

matter.

KeeE finished surfaces and wheels free of aNgasoune

eli. etc

_rotect Daln[ea surtaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garaen nose to clean your

trac[or unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered [o Keeo water out. Water in engine

can result In a snoneneo engine ire

FIG. t4

SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key,

• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug.

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 16)

Place attachment clutch n "DISENGAGED" position.

Turn _--,7ht adiustment knc' *- '-w_ _'_setting.

Lower mower to _tsIowesl oos_non

Disconnect clutch rod from clutch ever by removiBg

retainer spnng.

Remove retainer spring holdtng anu-swaycar [o cnas-

sis bracket and disengage antl-swaybar from bracket.

Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at

OeCKana disengage arms frorr deck.

Raise attachment lift to its hignest positior

Remove two retainer spnngs from each front link and

remove links,

Slide mower forward and remove belt from engine

9ulley.

Slide mo_ er out from unoer r_ghtside of tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK S TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Fellow procedure described n "INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual.

ADJUSTMENT CLUTCH

NUTS

SUSPENSIO_

ARMS

RETAINER

SPRING

FRONT

IGINE

PULLEY

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

"_"_'_'_ FRONT

SUSPENSION

LINKS _X BRACKET

RETAINER

FRONT MOWER

, BRACKET

FIG. 16

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Sears 917.25147 User manual

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Model: 917.25147

Category: Lawnmowers

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