Craftsman 917250020, 91725000, 917254450 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254450

AND

917.250020

WITHOUT

MOWER DECK

CautiGn: Read and follow

all Safety Rules and instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

18.0 P TWI IC

ELECTRIC START

44"MOWER DECK 6 PE TRANSAXLE

GA TRACTO

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance . Service and Adjustment

• Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, iL _684 U.S.A.

CAUTION: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT

_MPORTANT EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS,

NOTE: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT IM- PORTANT _NFORMATION ABOUT THE OPERATION

AND PERFORMANCE OF YOUR TRACTOR.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WARNING: This unit Jsequipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered, brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester meetingapplicable local or area

laws (if any). Ifa spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. (See REPAIR PARTS for part numoer identification).

Inthe State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other States may have similar

laws. Federal laws,apply on federal lands.

1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL and instructions furnished with attach-

ments.

2. Do not allow chiidren to operate the machine. Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.

3. Do not carry passengers. Do not mow when children and others are around.

4. Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear loose fitting

clothing that could get caught in moving parts.

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

6. Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower when not in

the driver's seat.

7. Always get on or off your tractor from the operator's left hand

side.

8. Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc.) which might

be picked up and thrown.

9. Disengage all attachment clutches before attempting to start

the engine.

l 0. Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine before

leaving the operator's position.

l !. Disengage power to mower, stop the engine, and disconnect

spark plug wire(s) from spark ptug(s) before cleaning, making an adjustment, or repair. Be careful to avoid touching hot

muffler or engine components.

12. Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not in

USe.

t3. Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle

unatlended. Disengage the power take-off, lower the attach_ ments, shift into neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key.

14. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill. Mow up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°),

never across the face. Refer to page 51,

15. Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to prevent

tipping =orloss of control. EXercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

16. While going upor down sfopes, place gear shift control lever

in 1st gear position to negotiate the slope without stopping.

17. Never mow in wet or slippery grass, when traction is unsure,

or at a speed which could cause a skid.

18. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.

Keep away from drot>offs.

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

ways.

20. Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects in order to prevent the blades from striking them. Never delib-

erately run tractor or mower into or over any foreign objects.

21. Never shift gears until tractor comes to a stop.

22. Never place hands or feet under the mower, in discharge chute, or near any moving parts wi_il÷ tractof _or mower _s

running. Always keep clear of discharge chute.

23. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment. a. Use only approved drawbar hffch points.

b. Limit loads to those you can safely control

c. Do not turn sharply, Use care when backing. d. Use counterweight or wheel weights when suggested in

owner's manual.

24. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

25. When L_singany attachments, never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the ve- hicle while in operations

2& Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.

a. Use approved gasoline containers. b. Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add

gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that has not been allowed to cool for several minutes after rum

ning. Never fill tank indoors. Always clean up spilled gasoline.

c. Open doors if the engine is run in the garage oexhaust

fumes are dangerous. Do not run the engine indoors.

27. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condi-

tion, and keep safety devices in place and working,

28. Keep air nuts, bo_, and screws tight to be sure the equip- ment is in safe working eqndition.

29. Never store the equipment with gasotine inthe tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to coot before storing in any encbsure.

30. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Do not clean product while engine is

running.

31. Except for adjustments, DO NOToperate engine ifair cleaner or cover directly over carburetor air intake is removed. Remova_ of such part couid create a fire hazard.

32. Do not operate without a muffler, or tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a

fire hazard. _nspect periodically and replace if necessary.

33. The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and in- spected for damage after striking a foreign obiect, and the damage should be repaired before restarting and operating

the equipment.

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

35. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as folbws: a. Mow on_y{n dayEght or in good artificial light,

b. Shut the engine off when unclogging chute.

c. Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at

frequent intervals.

36. Do not operate the mower'w}thout the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield inplace.

37. Disengage power to mower before backing up. Do not mow

in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after careful observation of the entire area behind the mower.

38. Urlder normal usage the grass catcher bag materiafis subject to deterioration and wear. tt shoutd be checked frequently for

bag rep}acement Replacement bags should be checked to ensure compliance with the original manufacturer's recom-

mendations or specifications.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Garden Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and

manufactured to give you the best possible dependabilFty

and performance. Should you experience any problem

YsOUcannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest

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

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this PforOduCt.See the nearest Sears store or service center

r details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and retain this manual Study and observe the safety rules. Always use care when using your tractor. Always

keep your tractor and mower clean. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and using your tractor. A well cared for tractor will run better and last longer.

ATTA CHMENTS This unit can use many attachments now available at your Sears store. It can use attachments that engage the ground like

a plow, harrow, cultivator, or tiller. See pages 48-49 for a list of available attachments.

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE SERIAL NUMBER WiLL BE FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD THESE NUMBERS AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

LiMiTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two years from date of purchase, when this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according

to the operating and maintenance instruction in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in

materiai or workmanship in this electdc start riding equipment.

This warranty excludes blade(s), blade adapter(s), spark plug(s), air cleaner and belt(s), which are expendable and become worn during normal use.

This warranty does not cover:

= Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects (such as nails, thorns, stumps, or

g{ass); and

o repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including the failure to maintain the equip-

merit according to instn3ctions contained in the owner's manual; and

, riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this _ing equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery witl not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.

WARRANTY SERWCE tS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPART- MENT _NTHE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

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

SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO., D/731CR_W, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

iNDEX

Adjustments:

Brake ..................................... !6

Carburetor ............................. 20

Mower

Front- To-Rear ................... 22

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

Height ............................... 21

Throttle Control Cable ........... 20

Shifter Shaft ........................... 25

Air Cleaner ................................... 17

Air Screen, Engine ....................... 18

Assembly ........:......................... 5-10

Attachments ............................ 48-49

Battery:

Charging ............................ 7, 20

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

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

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

Preparation .............................. 7

Staffing with Weak Battery .... 20

Storage .................................. 25

Terminals ............................... 17

Belt:

Motion Drive

Remora!/Replacement ..... 24

Mower Drive

Installation ........................ !0

Removal ........................... 22

Mower Blade Drive

Rerno val/Replacement ....23

Blade:

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

Replacement .......................... 24

Brake Adjustment ......................... 16

Carburetor Adjustment ................. 20

Controls, Tractor .......................... 11

Cutting Level, Mower ................... 10

Engine:

Air Cleaner ............................. t 7

Air Screen .............................. t8

Cooling fins ............................ 18

0_7ChaRge ............................. 17

Oil Level ................................. 15

Oil Type ................................. 15

Repair Parts ...................... 44-49

Starting .................................. 12

Storage .................................. 25

Filter:

Air Cleaner ............................. 1,7

Fuel ........................................ 18

Fuel'.

Type ....................................... t2

Storage .................................. 25

Fuse ............................................. 2!

Hood Removal/Installation ........... 21

Leveling Mower Deck ............. 21-22

Lubrication:

Chart ...................................... 19

Tractor Pivot Points ............... 18

Maintenance ................................ 15"

Air Cleaner ............................. 17

Foam Pre-cleaner ............. 17

Air Screen, Engine ................. t8

Battery ................................... 17

Blade Sharpening .................. 16

Brake Adjustment .................. !6

Engine Oil .............................. 15

Fuel Filter ............................... 18

Lubrication Chart ................... t9

Spark Plugs ........................... 18

Tire Care .......................... 16, 24

Mower:

Adjustment, Front4o-Rear ..... 22

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ....... 2I

Height .................................... 2 t

Blade Sharpening .................. 16

Blade Replacement ............... 24

Cutting Level .......................... 10

Installation ............................. 10

Operation ............................... !3

Removal ................................ 22

Mowing Tips ................................. 14

Muffler .......................................... 18

Spark Arrestor .................... 2,32

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ....... 15

Engine ................................... 15

Storage .................................. 25

Operation ................................ 11-14

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

Operating Your Tractor .......... 13

Starting the Engine ................ 12

Stopping Your Tractor ........... 12

Tractor Operation on Hills ...... t4

Options:

Spark Arrestor ................... 2, 32

Attachments 48-49

Parking Brake ............................... 11

Parts Bag .................................... 5-6

Pails, Replacement!Repair .....30-49

Repair and Adjustments .......... 19-25

Blade ...................................... 24

Carburetor ............................. 20

Fuse ....................................... 21

Hood Removal/Installation .....2!

Motion Drive Belt

Remova!/Replacement ..... 24

Mower Drive Belt

Installation ........................ 10

Removal ........................... 22

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement.... 23

Mower Adjustment

Front- to-Rear ................... 22

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

Height ............................... 21

Mower Removal ..................... 23

Tire Care .......................... 16, 24

Repair Parts ............................ 30-49

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

Seat ................................................ 7

Service Record ............................. 27

Slope Guide Sheet ....................... 51

Spark Plugs .................................. 18

Speed Control Chart .................... 13

Starting the Engine ....................... 12

Steering Wheel ............................... 8

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

Storage ......................................... 25

Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment ............................. 20

Tires ................................. 16,24

Trouble Shooting Chart ........... 26-27

Transaxle :

Repair Parts ...................... 42-4.3

Shifter Adjustment ................. 25

Warranty ......................................... 3

Wiring Schematic ......................... 29

ASSEMBLY

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL REFORE OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR. If you understand the machine and its operation, you will achieve efficient and peak performance. While reading the manual, compare the illustrations with your

Garden Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Study the operating instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Garden Tractor and to prevent injury to yourself and others. Be sure to pay strict attention to a_lnotes and cautions; they are included for your safety. Save this manual for future reference.

UNPACKING iNSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove box from carton. The box contains the items shown below.

2. Cut down four corners of the carton with a utility knife and fold down sides.

3. Remove mower deck from skid.

4. Disengage Parking Brake.

5, Carefu!}y guide the tractor backwards off the skid.

,, ,,,,

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result insevere eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tractor and while mowing. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over the spec- tacles or standard safety glasses, avail-

able at Sears Retait or Catalog Stores,

Parts Bag Contents Not Shown Full Size

!!!!!!ri[_ti_iiiEf!!!_

(2) Battery Carriage Bolts - 1/4 - 20 x 7 1/2

Terminal Guard

a. Seat d, Battery Acid b, Steering Wheel e. Owner's ManuaJ

c, Battery, f. Parts Bag

(2) Keys

15° Slope Instruction Sheet

Steering Wheel Insert

(6) Battery Caps

ASSEMBLY

AS3EMBLY LOCATION

BATTERY

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SiZE

(2) Wing Nut, 1/4- 20

BATTERY

TERMINALS

SEAT

(2) Hex Bolt, 1/4 - 20 x 3/4

- zD

(I) Adjustment Knob I/2 - 13 x I

(2) Lockwasher, 1/4

(2) Washer, 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

(1} Washer 17/32 x I 3/'_6

x 12 Ga.

(2) Hex Nut, 1/4 - 20

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16 - t8

To assemble and ao}ust your tractor you will need: (2) 7/16" Wrenches (I) 3/4" Wrench

•(1) 9/16" Wrench (I) !/2" Wrench (1) 3/4" Socket

NOTE: RIGHT HAND (R.H.) AND LEFT HAND (L.H.) ARE DETERMINED FROM OPERATOR'S POSITION

WHILE SEATED ON THE TRACTOR.

WEAR EYE AND FACE SHIELD.

D_ATELY iF ACCIDENTALLY iN CON-

_[ WASH HANDS OR CLOTHING IMME-

NOTE: THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OP- ERATOR PRESENCE SENSING SW_TCH. ANY AT-

TEMPT BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE THE SEAT WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.

t. Prepare Battery

READ INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH THE BATTERY VENT CAPS FOUND iN BAG OF PARTS. ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES, CLOTHING AND GOGGLES TO PROTECT YOUR HANDS, SKIN AND EYES.

a. Fili and charge battery (before installing). NOTE:

TACT W_TH BATTERY ACID° DO NOT SMOKE, FUMES FROM

CHARGED BATTERY ACID ARE E×- PLOSIVE°

SEE DETklLED iNSTRUCTiONS PACKAGED WiTH B_,N-E RY VENT CAPS INBAG OF PARTS.

Ratchet wrench

Tire Pressure Gauge

Screwdriver

Utility Knife

CUT AWAY VIEW

I ...........................

SEAT PAN

ASSEMBLY

--- ENT CAP BATTERY

IBE

BATTERY CELL

FIGURE I

SEAT

NOTE: OVERCHARGING WILL SHORTEN BATTERY LIFE.

b. Fitl battery with battery acid to bottoms of tubes in

cells (.Fig 1).DO NOT OVERFILL. OVERFILLING

WILL RESULT tN DAMAGE TO TRACTOR.

c. Check levet of battery acid after 30 minutes. Add

additiona/batteryacidifnecessary. NOTE: PRESS

VENT CAPS iNTO BATTERY UNTIL FASTENED

SECURELY.

NOTE: OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, LISTED IN BOX ABOVE, REQUIRED FOR BATTERY CHARG-

INGr

Charge battery at a rate of six amperes for one hour.

Neutralize excess battereracid (from tilting battery) for disposal by adding _t to 9 fitres (2 gallons) of water in a 23 litre (5 gallon) plastic container. Stir

with a wooden or plastic paddle while adding

baking soda unti! the addition of mere soda causes

no more foaming.

2. Install Seat Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so

that the operator can comfortably reach Clutch!Brake Pedal and safely operate the tractor (Fig. 2).

Remove cardboard from seat pan.

Place seat on seat pan. Screw adjustment knob and ffat washer into seat (F_g.3). Screw shoulder bolt into seat (Fig. 3). Adjustment knob, shoulder bolt and washers found in bag of parts (shown full size on page 6)_

ADJUSTMENT FLAT FENDER KNOB WASHER SHIFT

FIGURE 2

_ TIGHTENED SECURELY TO PREVENT

MOVEmeNTSEA',"

c. Tighten shoulder bolt using a 1/2" wrench. NOTE:

THE SHOULDER BOLT WILL BE LOOSE tN THE

SEAT PAN SLOT.

d. Tighten adjustment knob finger tight. e. Place seat in operating position. Sit on the seat and

press clutchforake pedal all the way down. ff operat-

ing position is not comfortable, adjust seat.

f. To adjust: raise seat. Loosen adjustment knob.

Slide seat to desired position. Tighten adjustment

knob securely.

A Y

STEERING WHEEL CAP

HEX LOCK NUT

2 , '1/4" DIA. WASHER

____Jr-__-3,_--_,¢,/ / WHEEL

3. Install Steering Wheel

NOTE: POSITION FRONT WHEEL FORWARD. a, Use a 3/4" wrench to remove lock nut, and

2 ,. 1/4" diameter washer (shown full size below) from steering column (Fig. 3).

_- STEER|NG

b. Position steering wheel over steering wheel insert (Fig,

3). BARS OF STEERING WHEEL SHOULD POINT

STRAIGHT ACROSS TRACTOR.

c. Secure steering wheel to steertng column using

2- 1/4"' diameter washer and lock nut (Fig, 3).

Torque to 68 N-m (50 Ft. Lbs.)

FIGURE 3

AIR

INTAKE

DUCT

FIGURE 4

BATTERY COMPARTMENT

HOOD

GRILL

d. Snap steering wheel cap in place on steering

wheel, Steering wheel cap found in bag of parts,

4. Check Tires Reduce tire pressure to 1Kg/cm _ (14 PSi) in front tires

and 0.71 Kg/cm 2 (10 PSi) in reartires. (Tires were overinflated for shipping purposes.)

5. Install Battery

DO NOT SHORT BATTERY TERMINALS

BEFORE INSTALLING BATTERY, REMOVE METAL BRACLETS, WRISTWATCH BANDS,

RINGS, ETC.

a. Lift hood from rear sides (Fig. 4).

b. Lift out air intake duct.

c MaRe sure drain tube (Fig. 5) is fastened to drain

hole in battery tray and battery tray is position ed in hole of battery support.

d. Place battery in plastic tray (battery terminals to

front of tractor) (Fig. 5).

,_ TED FIRST TO PREVENT SPARKS FROM

,_ POSITIVE TERMINAL MUST BE CONNEC- 1

_ENTAL GROUNDmNG.

e. Connect RED battery cable to positive (+)

battery terminal with hex bolt, flat vcasher, Iockwasher and hex nut (shown full size below)

found in bag of parts (Fig. 5). Tighten securely,

f, Connect BLACK ground cable to negative (-)

battery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat

washer, lockwasher and hex nut (shown full

size below) found in bag of parts (Fig, 5).

Tighten securely.

A SSEIVIBL Y

/ NUT

-WASHER

NOTE: IF YOU HAVE AWEAK BATTERY, SEE "START-

ING YOUR TRACTOR WITH A WEAK BATTERY'" (PAGE 20t.

g. Using the square hole on one side of the battery

support (Fig. 6) insert one battery bolt, head of bolt down. Fasten the battery bolt to the terminat guard

using wing nut as shown (Fig. 6). Bolts, nuts, and terminal guard, shown below, are found in bag of

parts.

h. .Assemble the remaining battery bolt to other side

of battery support and fasten terminal guard to it with remaining wing nut. Tighten both wing nuts

securely (by hand)) at the same time (Fig. 6).

TERMINAL DOORS

DRAIN

(ON LEFT

REAR SIDE)

BLACK

(NEGATIVEI

CABLE

} TERMINAL

ACCE_ DOOR

HEX BOLTS

FIGURE 5

ERM_NAL ACCESS DOOR

TERMINAL

GUARD

L Replace air intake duct (Fig. 4). Make sure

bottom lip of d#ct sits between battery and lip of battery tray,

j. Remove plastic from tractor hood and close.

NOTE:1.USE TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS (FIG. 6) FOR:

INSPECTION FOR SECURE CONNECTIONS (TIGHTEN HARDWARE)

2. _NSPECTtON FOR CORROSION

3. TESTING BATTERY

4. JUMPING (IF REQUIRED)

5. CHARGING (IF REQUIRED)

KEEP TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS CLOSED

WHEN NOT iN USE.

DO NOT START ENGINE UNTIL MOWER SUSPENSION BRACKET HAS BEEN RE-

LEASED, .SEE MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

{LNSTALLAT_ON, PAGE 10,

Y _OLT

BATTERY

BOLT

SQ_UARE HOLE

SUPPORT

FIGURE 6

FIGURE 7

ENGINE

- PULLEY

REAR HINGE

6. Mower and Drive Bell tnstal/at_n iNSTALL MOWER PARALLEL LiNK

Yourtractor has been shipped with the mower parallel link includedin the parts carton. Install mower parallel link on tractor (Fig. 7) usinghinge pin and retainerspring.

NOTE: SMALLER END OF PARALLEL LiNK MOUNTS

TO TRACTOR. USE THE SHORTEST HINGE PIN FOR MOUNTING.

INSTALL MOWER Your mower installs without the use of tools,

a. Raise attachement 1_ lever (Fig. 9) to its highest posi-

tion.

b. Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise _ )

to lowest pos#ion (Fig. 10)

c, Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to R.FL

side.

d. Install rear hinge pin through mower lift brackets and

parallel link (Fig, 8). Secure with retainer spring,

e, Move attachment lift lever (Fig. 9) forward to lower

suspension arms. Remove retainer springs from lift

NOTE: MOWER DRIVE BELT iNSTALLATiON DECAL LOCATED ON MOWER HOUSING.

trunnions (Fig, 8).

f, Slide trunnions through upper lift bracket holes and

secure with retainer springs (Fig, 8).

g. Pull L,H. idlerpulley (Fig. 12) toward the right hand side

of the tractor and roll be# over engine pulley (Fig. 8),

h, Use attachment tilt lever (Fig 9) to raise mower. L Turn height adjustment knob clockwise (f-_) to the

middle of its travel (Fig, 10),

ATTACHMENTCLUTCH SWITCH

POSITION)

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

RGURE 9

LOWER

_/ LiFT LEVER

PLUNGER

LIFT LEVER

7. Check Cutting Lever Theblade housing was set at the factory to cut leveL After mowing

a short distance, look at the area that was cut. ffthe blade housing cuts uneven, see "MOWER ADJUSTMENT, "page 21

8. Final Assembly a, Make sure all fasteners are tight.

b, Read and follow the operation instructions (page 11).

Know the location and purpose of all controls.

c. Check oil and gasoline (page 12) before staffing the

tractor,

NUT PULLEY

L.H, iDLER

MOWER DRIVE BELT

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

FIGURE 10 KNOB 10 RGURE 1"1

PULLEY

OPERATION

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR. ff you understand the unit and its operation, you will achieve efficient and peak performance. While reading the manual, compare the #lustrations with your

Garden Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments, Study the operating instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Garden Tractor and to prevent injury to yourseff and others. Be sure topay strict attention toall warnings and cautions ;they are included foryour safety. Save this manual for future

reference.

LIGHT SWITCH

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

G_ IGNITION

HEIGHT CHOKE GEARSHIFT ADJUSTMENT LEVER

KNOB

THROTTLE CONTROL

_MENT

LEVER

:_ARKING BRAKE

AMMETER: Each time you start your tractor, check your _mmeter. The needle should move toward the

(+) charging mark indicating the battery is being

charged as you operate your tractor. The headlights

will not show a discharge on the ammeter because

they are not connected to the battery. (They have

theri owr_ electrical source.)

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Pull switch out

_nd up to engage attachment. There will be an _ngine hesitation as the clutch engages.

ATTACHMENT LHFT LEVER: Use the attachment _iftlever to raise and lower the attachment mounted to Four tractor. Move the lift lever fot_ard to lower

_ttachment.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: The pedal has 2 func-

'ions; a clutch and a brake. To engage the brake push

'he peda! completely down.

_EIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Use the height ed-

ustment knob to adjust the mower height. With the

_ttacheme_nt lift lever in the "up" position, turn knob

:lockwise (_) to raise cutting height and counter-

:lockwi_e _*-"_ ) to lower mower cutting height. Lower

_tfachment lift tevero

HEIGHT INDICATOR: Indicates height setting of

mower deck. Controlled by height adjustment Knob. GEARSHIFT: Press the clutch/brake pedal down

firmly and move gearshift lever to desired speed, IGNITION: Place key in ignition and turn to the right

to start. LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off. PARKING BRAKE: To set the parking brake, push

the clutch/brake pedal completely down. Hold the

parking brake lever in "Engaged" position and re-

lease pressure from pedal. Clutch/brake pedal will remain in brake position, To release, push pedal in.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Use the throttle control to

increase or decrease the speed of the engine. CHOKE: To start a cold engine, pull choke out to

engage.

OPERA T/ON

•AIR _NTAKE

DUCT

ENGINE

FIGURE 12

OPERATOR PRESENCE

SEAT PAN

FIGURE 13

1. Stopping Your Tractor

KNOW HOW TO STOP YOUR TRAC- TOR BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO

START THE ENGINE.

NOTE: REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRACTOR TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE:

a. Push clutch!brakepedal into full "BRAKE"position (Fig.

14).

b. M°ve gear shift lever to "NEUTRAL"position (Fig. 15). c. Place parking brake in "ENGAGED" position and re-

leasepressure from clutchf#rake. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"position (Fig. 14).

NOTE: MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD TRACTOR SECURE,

d. Piece attachment clutch switch in "DISENGAGED"

position (Fig. i5).

e. Move throttlecontrol to '_S"(slow) position (Fig. 15). f. Turnignition key to"OFF"position (Fig. 15).

NOTE: NEVER USE CHOKE TO STOP ENGINE,

2. Starting the Engine

LEARN TO S_ VERSE YOUR TACTOR |N A LARGE, I

'_'_ DIPSTICK

JSTMENT

KNOB FUEL

TANK

CAP

THIS TRACTOR |S EOUnPPED WITH IN- TERLOCK SWmTCHES TO PREVENT

STARTING OF THE TRACTOR ENGINE

WHILE THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

SWITCH IS JNTHE "ENGAGED" POSiTiON

AND/OR THE FOOT PEDAL iS NOT FULLY

DEPRESSED. iMMEDIATELY REPLACE SWITCHES THAT ARE NOT tN PROPER WORKING ORDER. DO NOT ATTEMPTTO DEFEAT THE PURPOSE OF THESE

SW_TCHES.

a, This engine has been shipped filled with summer weight

oil (For cold weather operation see chart page 15). Check engine oil level. See page 15,

b. Filtfueltank (Fig, 13),Usefresh, ctean, regularunleaded

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline wilt increase carbon and lead oxide depsots and reduce valve life.) Capac-

ity is 13 litres (3-1/2 galfons).

NOTE: FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE FUEL MUST BE USED TO iNSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER START-

ING.

CAUTION: EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL

BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR US-

iNG ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STOR-

AGE, ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF ANY ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

TO AVOID ENGINE PROBLEMS, THE FUEL SYSTEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED BEFORE STOR-

AGE FOR 30 DAYS OR LONGER. DRAIN THE GAS TANK, START THE ENGINE AND LET iT

RUN UNTIL THE FUEL LINES AND CARBURE- TOR ARE EMPTY. USE FRESH FUEL NEXT SEASON, SEE STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

ADDITIONAL _NFORMATtON.

NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR CLEANER PRODUCTSIN THEFUELTANK OR

PERMANENT DAMAGE MAYOCCUR.

FiLL TO BOTTOM OF GAS TANK F&LER NECK. DO NOT OVERF&L. WiPE OFF ANY

SPILLED OiL OR FUEL. DO NOT STORE, SPILL OR USE GASOLINE NEAR AN OPEN FLAME.

c, Place attachment ctutch ewitchin "'disengaged'"

position (Fig, 15).

d. Push clutch!brake pedal fully into brake position.

e. Place gear shift lever in "NEUTRAL'" positon (Fig,

15),

f, Pull choke out (Fig. _r). g, Move throttie centre! to middle position (Fig. 15L

h, Turn ignition key clockwise (f_) to "START"

position end release key as soon as engine starts.

NOTE: DO NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN SECONDS PER

MINUTE. If engine does not start after several at-

tempts, move throttle control to "F" (fast)

position, wait a few minutes and try again.

NOTE: IF YOU HAVE A WEAK BATTERY, SEE "START- ING YOUR TRACTOR WITH A WEAK BATTERY"

(Page 20).,

f. After engine is warm, push choke in. The first

time you start the engine, Jt wifi take extra crank-

ing time to move iue_ from tank to the engine.

NOTE: ALLOW ENGINE TO WARM UP FOR A FEW MINUTES BEFORE ENGAGING CLUTCH OF

TRACTOR OR ATTACHMENT-

When restarting a warm engine, move throttle

control midway between "'S" (stow) and

"F" (fast) positions. Choke may not have

7o be used.

GMPORTANT: BEFORE DRIVING THE TRACTOR,]

_NSTALL MOWER OR REMOVE

FUNCTIONMowingMOWingNOl.matHeavy21GEARSHIFTorOr32 I THROT_"_'3 L £

Sf'lOW 1

Removal

Tilling

P_o',,ving 1

Dozing 1

FAST

MID

THROTTLE

2Grading

Transport 3°6

SLOW-FAST

OPERA TION

3. O_rating Your Tractor and Mower

NOTE: THiS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPERA-

TOR PRESENCE SENSING SWITCH. ANY ATTEMPT

BY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE THE SEAT WITH THE

ENGINE RUNNING AND THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

SWITCH ENGAGED WiLL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.

CAUTION

TO AVOID INJURY

t. Read owner's manual.

JMOWER PARALLEL UNK.

2. Know the location and function of all controls.

3. Keep guards, safety shields and switches in place and working.

4. Remove objects that can be thrown by blades.

5 Do not mow when children and others are around.

6. Never carry children or passengers.

7. Always look behind machine before backing.

8. Do not mow where machine can tip or slip.

9 If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back

slowly down.

10. Be sure blades and engine have stopped before plac- ing hands or feet near the blades,

I !. Remove key when leaving machine.

MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD TRACTOR SECURE.

NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEET tN OR UNDER ANY POWERED ATTACHMENT

OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART WHILE TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED ATTACH-

MENT IS RUNNING,

_BLE

T}ON" CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING

READ THE "RULES FOR SAFE OPERA-

YOUR MOWER

HE MOWER MUST BE ADJUSTED PROPERLY FROM RONT TO REAR AND LEVELED FROM SIDE TO SIDE

EFORE OPERATING. TH_S tS NECESSARY FOR LEVEL ND EFFICIENT MOWING. REFERTOPAGE 2!.

AUTION: DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL WEIGHT TO

THE TRACTOR OTHER THAN THE OP- TIONAL WHEEl.. WEIGHTS. EXCESSIVE WEIGHT MAY OVERLOAD AND DAMAGE

THE TRANSMISSION.

TOWWEtGHT$ GREATER THAN 68 KG

DO NOT OVERLOAD TRACTOR OR

_150 POUNDS),

NOTE: ALWAYS OPERATE ENGINE AT FULL THROTTLE

WHEN MOWING TO ASSURE BETTER MOWING PER-

FQRMANCE AND PROPER DISCHARGE OF CUT MA-

TERIAL REGULATE GROUND SPEED BY SELECTING A

LOW ENOUGH GEAR (TABLE 1t TO GiVE THE MOWER CUTTING PERFORMANCE PLUS QUAL{TY OF CUT DESIRED

DO NOTOPERATETHE MOWER WITH- OUT EITHER THE ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER, ON MOWERS SO

EQUIPPED, OR THE DEFLECTOR

SHIELD iN PLACE,

a. Select desired height of cut position using height

adjustment knob (Fig. 15).

b. Raise lift lever and place attachment clutch sw#ch.

in disengaged position.

c. Push clutch/brake pedal down firmly (Fig. 14).

d. Start engine (page 12).

e. With engine running and warm place throttle con.

trot midway between "S" (slow) and "F'" (fast)

position.

f . Engage mower with the attachment clutch switch

g. Move gear shift lever to desired gear. h. Lower mower into cutting position using attach-

ment lift lever.

i. Release clutch/brake pedal to start movement

(Fig. 14).

j. Move throttle control to "'F'" (Fast) postion.

NOTE: SELECT A GROUND SPEED THAT WILL SUIT THE TERRAIN, QUALITY OF CUT AND ATTACHMENT BEING USED (TABLE 1}.

HEIGHT

KNOB

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut, Have the cut area to the r_qht of the machine. This will result in a more even distri-

bution of clippings and more uniform cutting,

When mo wing large areas (Fig 17), start b y turning to the right so that the chpptngs wH/ discharge away from shrubs, fences driveways, etc, After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite dzrection making

left hand turns until f/nfshed

d. lf grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice,

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

GEAR

CONTROL

LEVER

FIGURE 15

FIGURE 16

YRUNNER

DISCHARGE

GUARD

e. The left hand side of mower should be used for

trimming,

f. Do not mow tall, dry grass over 15.25 cm (6 inches)

tall. tt is a fire hazard.

5. Operating The Tractor On HilfS

SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 ° AND DO

L _ DO NOT DRtVE UP OR DOWN H_LLS WiTH

a. Move gear shift lever to "' 1ST" gear before starting

up or down hilfs.

b, AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS,

c, If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever

to slower position.

d. If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY SLOPE. REFER

TO PAGE 5!.

LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM WHEN STOP-

TRACTOR ROLL DOWNHaLL AS CLUTCH/

PiNG AND STARTING TO ALLOW SLIGHT 8RAKE PEDAL MOVES THROUGH CLUTCH

POSITION,

FIGURE 17

CAUTION: NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITHOUT AiR-

INTAKE DUCT INSTALLED (FIG. 4). MAKE

SURE BOTTOM LIP OF AIR INTAKE DUCT

SITS BETWEEN BATTERY AND LIP OF BATTERY TRAY,

4, Mowing Tips

NOTE: TIRE CHAINS CANNOT BE USED WITH THE MOWER HOUSING ATTACHED,

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER.

I & READ THE "'SAFETY RULES" CAREFULLY

REFER TO PAGE 2.

a Use the runner on the R,H. side as a guide; the blade

cuts approximately2,54 cm (1 inch) outside the runner

(Fig. 16).

e. To restart tractor movement, make sure tractor is in

the lowest speed range ("1ST'" Gear) and that you have allowed room to roll slightly downhill. Depress

clutch/brake full. Disengaged parking brake and release clutch/brake pedal SLOWLY to start tractor movement.

f. Make all turns gradua#V.

6, Rip-Up Discharge Guard

Your mower has a flip-up discharge guard (Fig. t6) for

door or gate clearance when held in raised position.

MAKE SURE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH]

_ 18 IN °D_SENGAGED" POSmTaON AND |

8LADES NAVE STOPPED BEFORE RAiSiNG | DISCHARGE GUARD _DEFLECTORL NEVER |

OPERATE P_OWER WITHOUT #iSCHARGE |

To keep your tractor running better, ronger, perform necessary service using _he following maintenance schedule:

BEFORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION, AD- JUSTMENT OR REPAJR:

1, PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCHtBRAKE PEDAL

COMPLETELY INTO BRAKE POSITION,

2. MOVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO "NEU- TRAL" POSITION.

3, PLACE PARKING 8RAKE IN "ENGAGED

POSITION, REMOVE FOOT FROM

PEDAL.

4_ PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

IN 'DISENGAGED _ POSITION,

5. TURN IGNiTiON KEY TO 'OFF" POSI* TION,

6. MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE BLADES AND ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COM-

PLETELY STOPPED.

7. REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY.

8. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRES FROM THE SPARK PLUGS AND KEEP AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUGS TO PREVENT iNJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING, BE CAREFUL TOO AVOID

TOUCHING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS.

MAIN

FIGURE 18

Recommended SAE Viscosity Grades

Determine temperature range expected before next oil

change. At/ oil must meet A. P 1.service classification SD,

SE or SF,

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

With Every Mowing

t. Make sure all nuts on bolts are tight and cotter

pins and retainer springs are secure.

2. Observe all safety precautions.

3. Keep tractor we//lubricated (refer to page 19). First 2 Hours (Two Mowings}

1. Change Engine Oi[

Changing oil after the first two hours (or two mow- ings) wifl help eliminate break-in residue which might

be damaging to your engine.

NOTE: BE CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHANGING OtL,

a. Drain oil with engine warm, b. Loosen oil drain plug (Fig. 18) and remove dipstick.

c. Catch oil in a suitable container,

d. Tighten oil drain plug. e. Refill engine oil (see below). Refill capacity is 1.4

litres (t-I/2 quarts),

gOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL,

L Replace dipstick (fig. 19).

-20 ° 0° 32 ° 60° 80 ° 100 °

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

CAUTION: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE STARTING

SYSTEM, USE SAE 5W30 OIL WHEN THE

TEMPERATURE FALLS BELOW0° C (32° F).

Every 5 Hours (Five Mowings)

1. Check Engine Oil Level

,_ DO NOT CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELWITH ENGINE RUNNING. , ..... i

Several minutes after stopping engine, check engine oil level with tractor on level ground. Wipe dipstick (Fig. 19 )

clean, screw it down tight for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL ""mark

is reached, (See chart above), NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.

FIGURE 19

BRAKE

D_SC

8RAKE

OPERATING ARM

NCE

Every 25 Hours (T_#ce a Mow#ng SeasonJ

f. Bmk_ Adjustmsnt This Tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

mounted on the right side of the transaxte (Fig. 20).

,_ !_T}STOPPING DUS- !

T_ItGHEST GEAR, THEN

a, Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking

brake.

b, Measure distance between brake operating arm

and nut "A" on brake rod.

c. If distance is other than3.8 cm (1 _!/2 "),lossen jam

nut (Fig. 20) and rum nut until distance becomes & 8 cm ( !_1/2"), Rstighten jam nut against nut "A".

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary.

2. Tim Cars

a. Maintain tire pressure in front at 14 PSi

(1 Kg/crrF) and rear tires at 10 PSi (0.7 Kg/cn_).

b. Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control

chemicals which can harm rubber.

c. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts and other hazards

that may cause tire damage.

3. Blade Sharpening

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. The btades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a file or

on a grinding wheel. We suggest they be sharpened

after every 25 hours o! mowing. Do not attempt to

sharpen while on mower, tf you mow in sandy soil check the blades after each two redwings. The sand

wears the blades away rapidly,

FIGURE 20

When grinding, care should be taken to maintain

blade balance and the blade should be checked

for proper balance before reinstailation on mower.

Unbalanced or bent blade will cause excessive vibration when running, and eventual damage to

mower or engine, Replace ben_ or damaged blades,

To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam

or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail

exposed, Place center hole of clean blade over the head of the nail (Fig. 2f), NOTE: CENTER HOLE

OF BLADE ON NAIL. IF BLADE tS PROPERLY BALANCED, BLADE SHOULD REMAIN IN POSI-

TION SHOWN IN FIG. 2t, IFEITHER END OF THE BLADE MOVES DOWNWARD, BLADE IS NOT BALANCED. SHARPEN THE HEAVY END UNTIL

BLADE _S BALANCED.

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