Craftsman 247.270250 User Manual [en, es]
Owner’s Manual
CRRFTSMRir
Lawn Utility Vehicle
Model No.
247.270250
CAUTION: Before
using this product,
read this manual and
follow all safety rules
and operating
instructions.
Sears, Roebuck And Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our website: www.sears.com/craftsman
Printed in U.S.A.
Safety
Operation
Maintenance
Storage
Espandl
FORM NO. 769-00054
(2/2002)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Content
Warranty Information
Safe Operation Practices
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Service & Adjustment
Off-Season Storage
Trouble-Shooting
Parts List
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
LIMITED WARRANTY ON LAWN UTILITY VEHICLE: For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding
Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or
replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of
coverage listed below.
Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During first 30 days of purchase,
there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below).
For your convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will
apply. This charge will be waived If the product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears
location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.
EXCLUSIONS
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to blades, spark plugs, air cleaners,
belts, and oil filters.
• Stands! Maintenance Servicing, oil changes or tune-ups
• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outade objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage caused by towing objects beyond the
capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused
by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debris, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instrucftons contained in the owner’s manual.
• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel
should be used within 30 days of its purchase date.
• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
LIMITED 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 charge. Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the
first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your home. After the first 30 days, for your
convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the
Craftsman product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please cal! 1 -800-4MY-HOME®. This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.,Dept.817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Horsepower:
Engine Oil....................
Fuel
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Spark Plug:
Engine:
Ignition Key
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6.75
P/N 692051
12607-0324-El
P/N 725-0201
MODEL NUMBER
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase.......................................................
Record both serial number and date of purchase and keep
in a safe place for future reference.
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247.270250
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IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger
the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal
injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning.
WARNING: The Battery and Engine Exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. The battery and posts contain lead;
wash hands after handling.
WARNING: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in
serious injury. This 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.
General Operation
1. Read, understand, and fol low al I instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place
for future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop machine and disengage them quickly,
3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this
machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand operation instructions and safety rules in this
manual and should be trained and supervised by parent.
4. Never allow adu Its to ope rate this machine without
proper instruction.
5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,
keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75
feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys,
and other foreign objects which could be picked up and
thrown by the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause
serious personal injury.
7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Aiso,
avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction
which may cause discharged material to ricochet back
toward the operator.
8. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to
protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can
cause serious injury to the eyes.
9. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting
slacks and shirts. Loose fitting ciothes and jewelry can be
caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in
bare feet or sandals.
10. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the
mower without the discharge cover or entire grass
catcher in its proper place.
11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the
cutting deck. Contact with the biade(s) can amputate
hands and feet.
12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade
contact or thrown object injuries.
13. Stop the biade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads and while not cutting grass.
14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways. This machine is not Intended for use on any
public roadway.
15. Do not operate the machine while under №e influence of
alcohol or drugs.
16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Never carry
passengers.
17. Disengage blade(s) before shifting Into reverse. Back up
slowly. Always look down and behind before and while
backing to avoid a back-over accident.
18. Slow down before turning. Operate frie machine
smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.
19. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and
wait until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before
removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging
chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any
adjustments.
20. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn
off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.
21. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck. This unit should not be driven up or
down ramp(s), because the unit could tip over, causing
serious personal injury. The unit must be pushed
manually on ramp(s) to load or unload property.
22. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a bum. Do
not touch.
23. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving
under low tree branches, wires, door openings etc.,
where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit,
which could result in serious injury.
24. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the brake
pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting
to start engine.
25. Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass
of a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt to mow
through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of
dry leaves. Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine
exhaust and/or build up on the mower deck presenting a
potential fire hazard.
26. Use only accessories and attachments approved for this
machine by the machine manufacturer. Read,
understand and follow all instructions provided with the
accessory or attachment.
27. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,
are involved in a large percentage of tractor-related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to
operate the tractor safely enough to protect themselves
and others from serious injury.
28. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgment. Contact Sears service
center for assistance.
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Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip
over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All
slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope
or if you feel uneasy, do not mow it.
For safety, use the slope gauge Included as part of this
manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a
sloped orhillyarea. If the slope Is greater than isdegreesas
shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this unit there.
Do:
1. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on sir^es.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so
that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes
are functioning properly. Always keep machine In gear
when going down slopes to take advantage of engine
braking action.
4. Follow the manufactu rer's recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability of the
machine. Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change stability of the machine.
5. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid
engagement or braking could cause the front of the
machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which
could cause serious injury.
6. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down
the slope.
Do Not:
1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible.
2. Do not mow near drop-off sites, ditches or embankments.
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.
3. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on
the ground.
4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.
5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding.
6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over-speeding
may cause the operator to lose control of the machine
resulting in serious injury or death.
7. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded
dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5
degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends to
push the tractor and may cause you to loose control, (e.g.
tractor may speed up, braking and steering ability are
reduced, attachment may Jack-knife and cause tractor to
overturn).
Children
1. 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. They do not
understand the dangers. Never assume that children will
remain where you last saw them.
a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the
area.
c. Before and while bacldng, look behind and down
for small children.
d. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut
off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or
interfere with safe machine operation.
e. Use extreme care when approaching blind
corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects
that may block your vision of a child who may run
into the machine.
f. Disengage the cutting blade(s) before shifting in
reverse. The “No-Cut-In Reverse” feature
emphasizes not to cut in reverse and to avoid
back-over accidents; do not defeat it.
g. Keep children away from hot or mnning engines.
They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.
h. Remove key when machine is unattended to
prevent unauthorized operation.
2. Never allow child ren under 14 years old to operate the
machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand the operation instructions and safety rules in
this manual and should be trained and supervised by a
parent.
Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline
1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious
personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on
yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin
and change clothes immediately.
a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on №e ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
c. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment
on a trailer with a portable container, rather Bian
from a gasdine dispenser nozzle.
d. Keep the nozzle in contact with the dm of the fuel
tank or container opening at aii times until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device.
e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
f. Never fuel machine indoors.
g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the
engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at
least two minutes before refueling.
h. Never over fili fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than
Vi inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space
for fuel expansion.
i. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
j. If gasoline Is spilled, wipe it off the engine and
equipment. Move unit to another area. Wait 5
minutes before starting the engine.
k. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of
grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up
oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked
debris.
i. Never store the machine or fuei container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
as on a water heater, space heater, furnace,
clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
m. Allow a machine to cool at least 5 minutes before
storing.
General Service
1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, and deadly gas.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain
the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
3. Periodically check to make sure the blades come to
complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after
operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades
do not stop within the this time frame, your unit should be
serviced professionally by an authorized dealer.
4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to
wear during normal operation. Adjust and service as
required.
5. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually
inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent,
cracked).
Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment
manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this
manual. ‘Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety!"
6.
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,
and use extra caution when servicing them.
7.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe wotking condition.
Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other
8.
safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect
9.
the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine.
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair
Hie damage before starting and operating.
10.
Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the
machine while the engine is running.
11.
Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are
subject to wear and damage which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection,
frequently check components and replace immediately
with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts
only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not
meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety!"
12.
Do not change the engine governor settings or over
speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum
safe operating speed of the engine.
13.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
14.
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas,
oil, etc. to protect the environment.
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who
read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions
in this manual and on the machine.
Illustrated below are safety labels on the equipment.
For a full list of part numbers and location of all the
labels, see page 36.
A DANGER
KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY.
DO NOT OPERATE MOWER
UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR
OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS
ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UMiT BEFOBE 0PEBATIN6.
IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT
OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR
GRASS CATCHER IS ITS PROPER PLACE,
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1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.
2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure.
3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.
4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.
WARNING: Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2.5 feet every 10
feet). A lawn utility vehicle could overturn and cause serious injury. Operate these vehicles up and down slopes, never
across the face of slopes.
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SETTING UP
Unpacking Unit
Remove all screws and staples from the crate.
1.
Holding sides of the crate firmly, lift top. of the crate
2.
up and set it aside. Avoid tire punctures.
Remove and discard plastic bag covering the unit.
3.
Lift the rear of the vehicle off the crate. Repeat for
4.
the front. This may require two people.
Remove plastic bag and its contents (owner’s
5.
manual, ignition keys etc.) that are packed on the
steering shaft.
Refer to Figure 7 in Owner's Manual for location of
6.
the parking brake. Check to make sure that the
parking brake is disengaged so that the vehicle can
be rolled fonward.
Loose Parts
Remove loose parts from the grass catcher and/or
1.
the crate very carefully. Compare with list below
and part illustrations in Figure 1.
Mulch plug
Side-discharge chute
Plastic bag carrying operator's manual and two
ignition keys(not shown)
1. Lower tile cutti ng deck to the lowest position by
sliding the deck lift lever to the appropriate slot
indicated by the label. Refer to Figure 7 and
description on page 9 for more details.
2. Remove the thumb screw and flat washer attaching
the two ends of the grass catcher chute to the deck.
Slide the grass catcher chute out of the vehicle
housing; remove and save the hardware.
3. Place the side-discharge chute on the deck so tiiat
the two holes on its two ends align with the two
holes on the deck where the grass catcher chute
was attached. See Figure 2.
4. Insert a thumb screw and a flat washer, removed in
step 2, through the left hole on the chute and the
corresponding hole on the deck. See Figure 2.
Thread the screw a few turns to secure, but do not
tighten at this time.
5. Repeat on the right side. Tighten both screws.
Thumb
Screw
Rat Washer
Deck
NOTE: Any reference in this manuai to RiGHT, LEFT,
TOP and BOTTOM of the tractor is observed from the
operators position when sitting on the vehicie seat.
Attaching Side-Discharge Chute
WARNING: Do not mow grass if any one of
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the grass catcher chute, discharge chute or
mulch plug is not firmly installed on the lawn
utility vehicle.
Side-Discharge
Chute
Figure 2
Attaching Mulch Plug
To mulch grass and recirculate clippings back to the
lawn, attach the mulching plug to the deck.
1. Lower the cutting deck to the lowest position.
2. Remove the thumb screw and flat washer attaching
the two ends of the discharge chute to the deck.
(Refer to Figure 2 for the discharge chute set-up.)
Slide the discharge chute out of the deck housing;
remove and save the hardware.
3. Place the mulch plug on the deck so that the two
holes on its two ends align witii the two holes on the
deck where the discharge chute was attached.
4. Insert thumb screw and flat washer, removed in
step 2, through the left hole on the mulch plug and
corresponding hole on the deck. See Figure 3.
Thread the screw a few turns to secure, but do not
tighten at this time.
5. Repeat on tine right side. Tighten both screws.
Thumb Screw
Rat Washer
Deck
Mulch Plug
Figure 3
NOTE: The grass bag must be in positior), on the
vehicle, for any kind of mowing operation, including
mulching and side-discharge of grass clippings.
Attaching Grass Catcher
The grass catcher is assembled at the factory and
attached to the vehicle for shipping convenience. The
grass catcher has to be attached to the vehicle only
when cutting grass and/or bagging the grass clippings.
If the grass catcher was removed from the unit for some
reason, re-attach by following instructions below.
1. Hold the grass catcher by the two handles and slide
it on top of the utility bed at the back of the vehicle.
Make sure that the side of the grass catcher with
the opening is aiigned with the vehicle frame
behind the seat.
2. Pull the two retainer straps on two sides of the
grass catcher and attach loose ends of №e strap to
the respective hook on the frame of the vehicle.
See Figure 4.
Grass Catcher Chute
1. Piace the cutting deck in the lowest position by
sliding the deck lift lever to the appropriate slot.
Slide the elbow of the grass catcher chute through
2.
the vehicle frame and align the chute opening with
the corresponding opening on the vehicle frame.
See Figure 5.
Align the two holes on the other end of the chute
3.
with the two comesponding holes on the deck. See
Figure 6.
4.
Insert thumb screw and flat washer, removed
earlier, through the left hole on the grass catcher
chute and corresponding hole on the deck. Thread
the screw a few turns to secure, but do not tighten.
See Figure 6.
5.
Repeat on the right side. Tighten both screws.
Thumb
NOTE: The bag switch will automatically shut off the
engine if the grass catcher is not attached to /he unit
while cutting grass. Do not remove the bag even when
using the mulch plug or the side-discharge chute.
Figure 6
Removing Grass Catcher
1. Unhook frie two retainer straps securing the grass
catcher to the frame of the vehicle.
2. Holding the grass catcher firmly by the handle, slide
it slightly upward and outward to remove.
OPERATION
Know Your Lawn Utility Vehicle
The Lawn Utility Vehicle is meant to be used as both a riding lawn mower and a utility cart. Its grass collector can be
easily removed to expose the utility bed. Compare the illustrations in Rgure 7 with your lawn utility vehicle to learn
about the location and features of its various controls.
WARNING: The operation of any riding mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the
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operator’s eyes, causing severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or
performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
Deck Lift Lever
This lever is located on the left
fender of the vehicle and adjacent to
the shift lever. It is used to change
the height of the cutting deck. Move
the lever to the right and slide it to
the position desired. Make sure it is
firmly placed in the notch intended.
Follow the label on the unit
indicating the cutting height
positions.
Drive Pedal
The drive pedal is located on the
right front side of the unit adjacent to
the brake pedal. Ground speed is
controlled by depressing this pedal
— the further down the pedal is
depressed, the faster the vehicle will
move. The pedal returns to its
original position when not
depressed. For further details, see
next section.
Shift Lever
This lever is located on the left
side of the fender and has three
clearly marked positions:
FORWARD (F), REVERSE (R)
and NEUTRAL (N). Follow the
label on the unit to place the shift
lever in the position desired.
IMPORTANT: The brake pedal
must be depressed completely
and the vehicle not in motion while sliding the shift lever
to another position. Neverforce the shift lever to avoid
damage to the transmission.
Parking Brake
The parking brake has to be set
(1) to park the vehicle, or (2) to
leave the engine running when
the operator leaves the seat.
Depress the brake pedal
completely and push the parking
brake lock to activate it. Once the
parking brake is locked, you can
take your foot off the brake pedal.
To release the parking brake,
depress the brake pedal lightly.
IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake when leaving
the vehicle unattended.
PARKING
BRAKE
LOCK
Ignition Switch
This switch is located on the
steering column and is used to
start the engine. Insert key into
slot and turn clockwise to START
position indicated by the label on
the switch. Once the engine has
started, release the key and it will
return to RUN position. To shut
engine off, move shift ieverto (N),
set the parking brake and turn key to the OFF position.
Cup Holder
This vehicle offers the convenience of carrying your
beverage while working. The cup holder is located on
the fender to the right of the seat above the battery.
Blade Control Lever
This lever is iocated on the left
side of the vehicie next to the
steering wheel. Move the blade
control lever to ON position to
engage power to the cutting
deck, and move it to OFF to
disengage.
IMPORTANT: The blade control
lever must be in the disengaged
(off) position when (1) starting the engine, (2) travelling
in reverse, and (3) if the operator ieaves the seat.
Choke Control
This is located in front of the seat
frame. Pull the choke control
outward to activate choke for
starting engine; push it inward once
the engine starts.
Brake Pedal
This pedal is located on the right front side of the unit
and to the left of the drive pedal. It is used for sudden
stops and/or for setting the parking brake. The brake
pedal must be fully depressed to activate the safety
interlock switch when starting the vehicie.
Safety Interlock
This unit is equipped with a safety interlock system for
your protection. The safety switches are connected to
the brake pedai, the steering column, the shift iever,
and the seat and will shut off the engine automatically
under certain conditions. These conditions are
described below. Read this section and be aware of ttie
purpose of this safety mechanism at all times; do not
tamper with its working.
WARNING: To avoid serious injury, do not
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The purpose of the safety interlock system is four-fold:
Seat Switch: This switch is iocated under the seat and
is a safety mechanism. When the parking brake is
disengaged and blade control lever engaged, the
operator must remain seated at all times for the engine
to run. If he/she leaves the seat without disengaging
blade control lever and turning engine off, this switch
will automatically shut the engine off regardless of
whether the parking brake is engaged.
Reverse Switch: This switch is located near the shift
lever and will automatically shut off the engine if the
blade control lever is moved to (ON) position when the
shift lever is in (R). That is, the vehicle will not move in
reverse direction with the blade control lever engaged.
operate the riding mower if the safety interlock
system is malfunctioning.
a.
to prevent the engine from starting uniess the
brake pedal is depressed;
to shut off the engine if the blade control lever is
b.
not disengaged when the shift lever is put into
reverse;
to shut the engine off when the operator leaves
c.
the seat without engaging the parking brake;
to shut the engine off if an attempt is made to
d.
cut grass without the grass catcher properly
attached to the unit.
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Brake Switch: This switch is located under the brake
pedal assembly. The engine will not start witiiout first
depressing the brake pedal. This switch will also shut
off the engine if the operator attempts to get off the unit
without setting the parking brake.
Blade Control Switch: This switch is located in the
steering column. If the operator attempts to start the
engine, get off the seat or remove grass bag with the
blade control lever still engaged, it will shut engine off.
Grass Bag Switch: This switch is located in the
bulkhead behind the engine. If the operator attempts to
cut grass when the grass catcher is not property
attached to the vehicle, it will shut engine off.
Before Starting
Filling Up Oil
Check oil level in the engine oil sump before starting the
engine. (Oil sump capacity: 22 ozyo.65 liter)
1. Place the vehicle on level ground and flip the seat
up to access the engine.
2. With a dry rag, clean the area around the oil fill on
the engine.
3. Remove dipstick and wipe it clean with cloth.
4. Replace and tighten the dipstick. Remove the
dipstick again and check the oil level mark on it.
The oil level should be at FULL line on the dipstick.
If the level is short of that, add oil to the oil fill slowly.
Recheck the oil level on the dipstick. If needed, add
more oil. Do not overfill.
NOTE: The lawn utility vehicle is shipped with oil in the
engine crankcase.
5. Place the dipstick in position and tighten to secure.
Type of Oil
1. Refer to the chart above for proper grade of oil.
2. Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For
service SF, SG,SH, SJ” or higher.
3. Do not use special additives.
NOTE: SynUietic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API
certification and API service symbol with “SJ/CF
Energy Conserving" or higher is an acceptable oil at all
temperatures. Use of syntiietic oil does not alter
required oil change intervals.
Filling Up Gasoline
WARNING: Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-
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NOTE: On a vehicle which has already been started
and/or operated once immediately prior to this gasoline
fill-up, turn engine off and let cool at least two minutes
before removing gas cap.
1.
2.
ventilated area, away from sparks, open
flames, pilot lights, heat and other ignition
sources.
Remove gas tank cap and fill tank to approximately
1.5 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel
expansion. Be careful not to overfill.
Replace cap on the gas tank and tighten to secure.
If fuel spills on part of engine or vehicle, wait until it
evaporates before starting engine.
Type of Gasoline
• Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with
minimum 85 octane rating.
• Do not use gasoline mixed with methanol, or
gasoline which has been stored for more than 30
days. Always purchase fuel in quantity that can be
used up wi№in 30 days. Fresh fuel prevents gum
from forming in the fuel system or on carburetor.
• Do not mix gasoline with engine oil.
SÄE Viscosity ärades
5W-30, 10W-30I
Synthetic 5W-30.10W-30
"F-20° 20°
Starting temperature range anticipateci before next oil change
* CAUTION: Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive
engines. The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils (5W30,10W-30 etc.) in temperatures above 40“F will result in
higher than normal oil consumption. When using a multi
viscosity oil, check oil level more frequently.
CAUTION: SAE 30 oil, if used below 40°F, will result in
hard starting and possible engine bore damage due to
inadequate lubrication.
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,40°
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60°_L80° 100°
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NOTE: Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated
gasoline, are blended with alcohols or ethers. Using
these blends frequently can damage the fuel sysfem or
affect performance. If engine performance is affected,
use gasoline with lower percentage of alcohol or ether.
Starting the Engine
1. Looking under the seat and towards the front of the
engine, check tiiat spark plug wire is connected.
2. Occupy the seat and insert key into ignition switch.
3. Place blade control lever in OFF position. (Refer to
Figure 7 for location of controls mentioned here.)
4. Engage parking brake.
5. Puli choke control outward into the Choke position.
6. Turn ignition key clockwise to START position.
After the engine starts, release the key. It will return
to RUN position automatically.
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NOTE: Do not hold the key in the START position for
longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause
damage to your vehicie engine’s electhc starter.
7. After the engine starts, press choke control inward,
thus closing the choke. See Figure 8.
NOTE: Do not ieave the choke controi on white
operating the unit. Doing so witi resuit in a “rich" fuel
mixture and cause the engine to mn poorly.
Choke Corrtrol
Figure 8
• To move in reverse: Place blade control lever in
OFF position. Place shift lever in the (R) position,
check that the area behind is clear and then siowly
depress the drive pedal.
• To drive on slopes: Refer to Slope Gauge on
page 6 to determine slopes or inclines where you
can operate your unit safely. Do not operate the
vehicle if the gauge indicates a steep incline.
Stopping the Vehicle
1. Release drive pedal and depress brake pedal.
2. When the mower comes to a complete stop, place
the shift lever in neutral.
3. Continue to depress the brake pedai while you
push the parking brake. Take you r foot off the brake
pedal when the parking brake is locked.
4. Tum ignition key to OFF position and remove key.
NOTE: Do not leave key in fhe ON position when you
are not operating the mower. Such action wiii drain the
battery dead.
Emergency Stopping
To stop the vehicle immediately in an emergency, raise
your body up and off the seat.
Operating the Vehicle
1. Follow instructions to start the engine.
2. Put the deck at the highest cutting position by
sliding the deck lift lever to the appropriate position.
3. Move the blade control leverto ON position.
4. If mowing grass, adjust the deck to the cutting
height desired.
5. Depress brake pedal to disengage parking brake.
6. Place shift lever In either (F) or (R) position as you
desire. Look to the rear and check before
reversing the vehicle.
IMPORTANT: Do not move the shift lever when the
vehicle is tn motion. Always use brake pedal to bring
the vehicle to a complete stop before moving shift lever.
7. Release the brake pedal and gradually depress the
drive pedal.
WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the
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vehicle without first placing ttie blade control
lever in the disengaged (OFF) position,
depressing the brake pedal and engaging the
parking brake. If leaving the unit unattended,
also turn the ignition key off and remove key.
WARNING: Avoid sudden starts, high speed
and sudden stops.
To move forward: Place the shift lever in tfie (F)
position, then slowly depress the drive pedal until
the desired speed is achieved.
Using as Mower
• Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a
mulch kit cr grass collector is installed.
• For best results, it is recommended that the first two
laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the
center. Then reverse the direction to throw rest of
the discharge to the outside. This will give a better
appearance to the lawn.
• Do not cut grass too short. Short grass invites weed
growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.
• Do not attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and
extremely tall grass. Your mower is designed to
mow lawns, not clear brush.
• Keep the blades sharp and replace blades when
worn. Refer to page 14 for blade care instruction.
WARNING: Plan your mowing pattern to
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To Empty Grass Catcher
1. Stop the mower completely, set parking brake and
2.
3.
avoid discharge of materials toward roads,
sidewalks, by-standers and the like. Also, avoid
discharging material against a wall or
obstruction which may cause discharged
material to ricochet back toward the operator.
take ignition key out. Get off the seat.
Unhook bag straps from the mower frame. Pull up
the grass catcher bag by the two handles and carry
it to the proper disposal site.
Hold bag away from your body while emptying it.
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4. Replace the bag on to the mower. Hook the loose
end of the bag retainer straps to the vehicle frame
to secure the grass bag.
Using as Miilcher
This vehicle is shipped with a mulch plug to recirculate
grass clippings into the lawn. The ultra-fine clippings
are forced back into the lawn where they act as a
natural fertilizer. Observe the following for best results:
• Attach the mulch plug to the cutting deck following
instructions on page 7.
• Never attempt to mulch if the lawn is damp. Wet
grass tends to stick to the underside of the cutting
deck preventing proper mulching of the clippings.
• Do not attempt to mulch more than 1/3 the total
height of the grass or approximately 1 -1/2 inches.
• Maintain a slow ground speed to allow the grass
clippings more time to be effectively mulched.
Using as Utility Cart
The lawn utility vehicle, as its name suggests, can be
used as both a riding lawn mower and a utility cart.
• Remove grass catcher to expose the utility bed.
See Figure 9. Follow instructions on page 7 for
grass catcher removal. Exercise caution in driving
the vehicle when hauling things on its utility bed.
NOTE: Total load capacity, including operator, should
not exceed 400 lbs.
Utility
Bed
Figure 9
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MAINTENANCE
General Recommendation
• Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
• The warranty on this lawn utility vehicle does not
cover items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, operator must maintain the equipment as
instructed in this manual.
• We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These
may cause damage to electrical components,
spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use
of water may shorten life of your lawn utility vehicle
and reduce its serviceability.
• Follow the schedule below to ensure best
performance by your lawn utility vehicle.
Maintenance Schedule
Task to be perfonned
Engine;
Check oil level
Every 8
hours of
operation
Every 2S
hours of
operation
At start of
season
WARNING: Never attempt any maintenance
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job without first disconnecting the spark plug
wire and grounding against the engine.
Removing Deck
1. Place the blade control lever in the disengaged
(OFF) position and engage the parking brake.
Lower the cutting deck to the iowest position.
2.
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground.
3.
Remove all three hairpin clips and flat washers that
4.
secure the cutting deck to the hanger links. See
Figure 10.
Slide the deck to the left to disengage it from the
hanger pins, and allow it to drop to the ground.
Remove belt from around spindle pulley.
To attach the deck to the mower, align the deck
with the hanger pins and insert the three hairpin
clips removed earlier.
Remove hairpin clip & washer
Change oil
Service air cleaner
Service spark plug
Clean debris
Clean cooling fins
Equipment:
Clean equipment
Check/sharpen blade
Lubricate pivot points
Lubricate front wheels
Lubricate steering shaft
Check brake
Check condition of belts
Check tire pressure
Check battery fluid level
V
✓
Remove hairpin clips & washers
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Remove deck from the hangers
Figure 10
Cutting Blade
WARNING: Protect your hands by wearing
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Removal
✓
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1. Remove deck from beneath the vehicle. Gently flip
2. Place a block of wood between the deck housing
heavy gloves or by using a rag to grasp the
cutting blade. Avoid personal injury.
the deck over to access the blade and the spindle.
baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer.
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Remove the 5/8" hex flange nut which holds the
3.
blade to the blade spindle and the spindle shaft.
Remove blade from the spindle. See Figure 11.
4.
Sharpening
1. When sharpening the blade, follow the original
angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important
that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of
grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An
unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration
when rotating at high speeds, may damage the
mower and/or cause personal injury.
2. Test the blade for balance by balancing it on a
round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the
heavy side until it balances evenly.
Maintaining Engine
Changing Engine Oil
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground against
1.
engine.
Place the blade control lever in the disengaged
2.
(OFF) position and engage the parking brake.
Remove cutting deck by removing the three hairpin
3.
clips and flat washers that hold the deck to the
hanger links.
Making sure that all three belts are out of the way.
4.
carefully unscrew the oil drain plug and collect
spent oil in a container. Hold the container close to
the drain plug to avoid spillage. See Figure 12.
Reinstall drain plug and reattach the cutting deck.
5.
Refill with fresh engine oil. For instruction, refer to
6.
page 11, Filling Up Oil.
Reassembly
1. Before reassembling the blade to the unit, lubricate
the spindle shaft with light oil (or engine oil).
2. Be sure to properly align "star” fitting on blade with
"star” on spindle shaft.
NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the
blade with the side marked “Bottom” (or with part
number) facing the ground when the mower is in the
operating position. Also make sure that the entire biade
and spindle assembly is reattached in the right order.
See Figure 11.
3. Place the flange nut, removed earlier, and secure
blade firmly to the spindle. Blade Mounting
Torque: 95-122 N-M or 70-90 ft.-lb. maximum.
4. Flip the deck back to its operating position and
reattach to the mower. Secure the deck to the deck
hanger links by three hairpin clips and flat washers
removed earlier.
NOTE: To ensure safe operation, all nuts and bolts
must be checked periodically for correct tightness.
WARNING: Make sure not to spill oil on the
àk
belts while draining spent oil or removing the oil
container.
Changing Air Cleaner
The engine on your lawn utility vehicle has an oval air
cleaner cartridge and a pre-cleaner. See engine parts
list starting on page 37 of this manual for the part
numbers. Regular maintenance of the air cleaner will
improve your vehicle’s engine performance and extend
life of the engine.
1. Service the air cleaner at the start of the season,
and every 25 hours of operation. You will have to
clean it more frequently if it is operated in extremely
dusty conditions. Replace air cleaner parts if these
are very dirty.
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground against
2.
engine.
Place the blade control lever in the disengaged
3.
(OFF) position and engage the parking brake.
4. Pivot the seat up and access the engine.
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Completely loosen the two screws that hold the
5.
cover of the air cleaner. Remove the entire air
cleaner assembly from the base. Lift the cover off
the air cleaner, ^e Figure 13.
Engine Tune-Up Specifications
• Armature air gap
• Spark plug gap
0.006 - 0.014 inches
0.020 inches
To clean cartridge, gently tap pleated paper side on
6.
a flat surface.
7.
To clean pre-cleaner, separate it from the cartridge
and wash in liquid detergent and water. Air-dry
thoroughly. Re-assemble the dry pre-cleaner on
the cartridge.
WARNING: Do not use pressurized air or
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8.
9.
solvents to clean carbidge. Pressurized air can
damage cartridge while solvents will dissolve it.
Install clean (or new) air cleaner assembly in base
so that the lip of the cartridge sits inside the base.
See Figure 13.
Place the cover over the air cleaner assembly and
secure with the two screws loosened in step 5.
• Intake
• Exhaust
0.004 - 0.006 inch
0.009-0.011 inch
Lubrication
See Figure 15 for an illustration of the lube points
described below.
• Blade Assembly: Lubricate blade assembly and
deck spindle before reassembling the blade either
after sharpening or replacement.
• Pivot Points; Lubricate all pivot points on the drive
system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once
a season wi№ light oil.
• Steering Shaft: Lubricate steering shaft and gear
spline at least once a season w№ light oil.
• Gear: Lubricate teeth of the external steering gears
with automotive multi-purpose grease every 25
hours of operation or once a season.
• Front Wheels: Lubricate the front wheels wifri
automotive grease once a season.
ubricate
Spark Plug
1. Clean area around the spark plug base.
2. Remove and inspect the spark plug.
3. Replace the spark plug if electrodes are pitted,
burned, or the porcelain is cracked. See Figure 14 .
4. Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to 0.020'' at
least once a season or every 100 hours of
operation. See Figure 14. Replace if necessary.
Refer to parts list section for part number.
NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug should
be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and washing
with a commercial solvent.
Lubricate .
Lubricate Lubricate
Figure 15: Lubrication Chart
Brake
During normal operation of any vehicle, the brake is
subject to wear and tear. Check the brake every 25
hours of operation by carrying out the following test:
1. Release the parking brake and place the shift lever
in neutral. Depress the brake pedal and try to roll
the vehicle. It should not move. If the vehicle
moves, adjust the brake following instructions on
page 20.
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2. Set the parking brake and push the vehicle. If the
rear wheels roll, adjust the brake following
instructions on page 20.
Tires
WARNING: Never exceed meiximum limit of
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The recommended operating tire pressure is 20-22 psi
for both sets of tires. Refer to the tire sidewaii for exact
tire manufacturer’s recommendation. Do not
overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the
cutting deck to mow unevenly.
air pressure shown on sidewall of the tire.
Battery
The battery is located under the cup holder to the right
of the seat. The positive battery terminal is marked Pos.
(+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (-).
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
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• Always keep battery cables and terminals clean
• After cleaning, apply a light coat of petroleum jelly
• Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the
• If removing the battery for any reason, disconnect
iMPOFtTANT: Be certain that wires are connected to the
correct terminals; reversing them could change polarity
and cause damage to the engine’s alternating system.
• Check fluid level inside each cell of the battery
• Add only distilled water. Never add additional add
NOTE: If you have operated the tractor for a long
period, check the fluid level of the battery as it can
overheat and lose fluid.
Connecting Battery Cables
To reconnect battery cables, if the battery was removed
for some reason, follow instructions below.
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
and free of corrosive build-up.
or grease to both terminals.
positive terminal to prevent shorting.
the NEGATIVE (black) wire from its terminal first,
followed by the POSITIVE (red) wire. When re
installing battery, always connect the POSITIVE
(red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the
NEGATIVE (black) wire.
every two weeks and before and after charging.
Always maintain level just below the split rings.
or any other chemicals to the battery after initial
activation.
Remove three screws holding the cup and battery
1.
holder to the frame of the unit.
Remove red and black insulation caps from battery
2.
terminals.
Remove battery terminal screws with a Phillips
3.
screw driver or a 10 mm. socket wrench.
Attach the red battery cable to the positive terminal
4.
(marked +), and the black battery cable to the
negative terminal (marked -) on the battery. See
Rgure 16.
Align the cables with tiie slots in the battery cover
5.
and tighten the screws on the battery terminals.
See Figure 16.
WARNING: Press the battery cables against
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6. Re-install the battery cover and cup holder.
side of battery so tiiat these do not make
contact with flange of rider frame when it is
opened or closed.
Cleaning the Equipment
1. Promptly wipe off any fuel or oil spilled on the
machine with clean cloth.
2. Clean the underside of the blade housing after
each mowing. Do not let clippings or debris
accumulate around the blade.
3. Using a brush or cloth, remove grass, chaff or
debris from the finger guard on the engine daily to
prevent overheating of the engine. Do not dean
with a forceful spray of water since water
contaminates the fuel system.
4. Keep the governor linkage, springs and controls
free of debris.
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SERVICE & ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Never attempt any adjustment
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Adjusting Seat Position
The seat position on the lawn utility vehicle can be
adjusted to maximize the operator’s convenience.
1. Stop the vehicle completely and engage the
2.
3.
4.
while the engine is running, except where
specified in the operator’s manual.
WARNING: For all other adjustments,
disconnect the sparit plug wire(s) and ground
against the engine first. Then proceed with the
adjustment.
parking brake. Turn ignition off.
Pivot the seat up, as shown in Figure 17, to access
seat hardware.
Using a 9/16” wrench or socket, loosen the four
self-tapping screws on the bottom of the seat. See
Rgure 17.
Slide the seat forward or backward in the slot, and
position it as desired. Retighten the four screws.
4.
Wearing a pair of heavy work gloves to prevent
injury, rotate the cutting blade so that it is pointed
side to side and perpendicular to the rider.
5.
Measure the distance from each tip of the blade to
the ground. If the distance from both blade tips to
the ground is not the same, perform a side to side
levelling of the deck.
6.
For levelling, remove the hairpin clip and flat
washer shown in Figure 18 . Thread the ferrule in or
out as required.
7.
Check for conect adjustment. Repeat adjustment if
necessary
8.
Reattach the hairpin clip and flat washer to ferrule.
Pivot seat up
Self-Tapping
Screw
Figure 17
Deck Levelling
1. In case of uneven mowng, check air pressure in all
four tires and fill up if needed. Recommended air
pressure is 20-22 psi. If this does not correct the
problem, proceed with deck levelling.
IMPORTANT: Perform adjustments to the deck on a flat,
level surface.
2.
Place the vehicle on a level surface. Depress and
lock the parking brake. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground it.
3.
Place the deck in the lowest cutting position by
sliding the deck lever to the appropriate position.
Deck Engagement
NOTE: The deck control cable is threaded at both ends;
adjustment has to be made at the end that attaches to
the control lever on the steering coiumn.
1. Inspect the linkage and cable for damage through
wear and tear.
2. To determine whether adjustment is necessary,
perform the following test. The deck engagement
cable is correctly adjusted when the upper deck
drive belt has a maximum deflection of 0.5" in the
engaged position. When disengaged, the blade
brake should be firmly applied and the belt should
not drag.
3. To adjust, loosen the jam nuts and back the cable
out to tighten or thread inward to loosen. Use a 1/2”
wrench for this purpose.
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4. Retighten jam nuts when proper tension is reached.
Test the adjustment. Readjust if necessary.
JfHn Nut
Adjusting Speed Control Rod
This adjusbnent is necessary when the vehicle cannot
hold the full range of speeds, or shows belt drag
(“creep”) when the drive pedal is released.
1. Remove hairpin clip securing speed control rod to
the drive pedal assembly. See Rgure 20.
The front wheels should toe-in 1/16-5/16 inch. Toadjust
toe-in, follow these steps:
1. Using 9/16" wrench, remove the hex nut and lock
washer holding ball joint to the steering segment.
See Figure 22 . You may need to hold the jam nut
below the steering segment with a 1/2” wrench.
Loosen the jam nut on the tie rod using a 9/16”
2.
wrench. See Figure 22,
Adjust the ball joint in or out until the wheels toe-in
3.
approximately 1/16"-5/16" (Dimension “B” should
be approximately 1/16”-5/16” less than dimension
“A"). See Rgure 22 .
Replace the ball joint on to the steering segment,
4.
and tighten the jam nut on the tie rod.
Replace the hex nut and lock washer, removed in
5.
step 1, and tighten the screw.
Figure 20
2.
Remove the jam nut that secures ferrule to the
speed control rod. See Figure 21 .
3.
If the vehicle cannot attain ail speeds, thread the
rod through the ferrule towards the front of the
mower, thus shortening the rod. See Figure 21 .
4.
If the vehicle shows belt drag, thread the rod
through the ferrule towards back of the vehicle,
thus lengthening the rod. See Rgure 21 .
5.
Tighten the jam nut.
6.
Run the vehicle to check for speed. Readjust if
necessary.
Figure 22
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Adjusting Brake
WARNING: Do not adjust the brake while
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NOTE: Adjustments are done at the cable end; for
adjustment of the calipers, see a Sears service center.
IMPORTANT: The brake cable should be adjusted so
that it has a bit of slack when the brake is released.
The front cable bracket is mounted on the frame behind
the pedal assembly. Both ends of the brake cable are
threaded; the longer threaded area at the pedal end
offers a wider range of adjustments.
1. Using a pair of 1 /2” wrenches, loosen the jam nuts
2. Retighten the jam nuts when proper tension is
3. Unlock the parking brake and check adjustment.
engine is running. Be sure to block the wheels
of the vehicle before attempting any
adjustment on the brake cable.
and back the cable out to tighten or thread inward
to loosen. See Figure 23.
reached. See Figure 23.
Re-adjust if necessary.
Shift Lever
Figure 24 ~ ' ’
Repiacing Fuse
The fuse is located behind the engine on the seat
support bracket. Fuses seldom fail without a reason. If
the fuse blows, the source problem must be corrected
or the new fuse will blow again.
1. Check for loose connections in the fuse holder and
replace holder if necessary. A dead short may be in
the cranking or charging circuit where insulation
may have rubbed through and exposed bare wire.
2. Replace the wire or repair with electricai tape if the
wire strands have not been damaged. Also look for
a wire pinched, burned, or rubbed against any part.
3. Stop the vehicle and engage the parking brake.
Remove ignition key.
4. Pivot the seat up. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground it.
5. Pull the fuse out of the fuse holder.
6. Replace with new automotive style 20 amp fuse.
7. Reconnect spark plug wire and pivot seat down.
Adjusting Shift Linkage
1.
Inspect the shift linkage for damage or wear.
2.
Disengage the parking break and push the vehicle
back and forth to verify that it is in neutral.
3.
Remove hairpin clip and washer securing fernjle to
the shift rod. See Figure 24 . Loosen the jam nut.
4.
Rotate ferrule towards the start of the threads to
adjust forward engagement.
5.
Rotate ferrule towards end of the threads to adjust
reverse engagement.
6.
Once the engagement is adjusted, tighten the jam
nut. Insert ferrule into shift rod and secure with
washer and hairpin clip, removed in step 3.
7.
Move shift rod to (N) and check for correct
adjustment.
Changing Belt
WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off,
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NOTE: Proper removal of the belt requires the removal
of several other components by means of special tools.
Read through the following procedure and determine if
you can successfully complete it prior to attempting;
otherwise contact a Sears service center.
IMPORTANT: The V-belts, used on this vehicle, are
specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A
substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not
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remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground against the engine to prevent
unintended starting before removing belt(s).
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