Craftsman 917255430 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.255430

£RRFTSMR#®

Caution: Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

12.5 HP IC C START

MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

• Assembly

• Operation ° Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustment

• Repair Parts

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE ISCAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDSAND FEETANDTHROW1NG OBJECTS° FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH,,

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Road, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

- Onty allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the macn neo

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys, wire, etco,

which cou/d be picked up and thrown by the b ado.

• Be surethe area is clear ofother people before mowing, Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

= Never carry passengers,.

- Do not mow in reverse unless absotuteiy necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

, Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not pc nt

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher orthe guard in place.

• Slow down before turning. . Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off

blades, sat parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

= Turn off blades when not mowing°

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute._

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs,

- Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways° o Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

ii. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to toss-of-controland tipover accidents, which can result insevere iniuryor death. AIIslopes require extra cautiono Ifyou cannot back uptheslopeor ifyoufeel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down stapes, not across,, o Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree limbs, etco

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn themachine. Taftgrass can hide obstacles.

• Useslow speed,,Choosealowgearsothat you willnothave

to stop or shift while on the s!ope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

, Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine°

• Keep all movement on the slopesslowand gradual Do not

Ill. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presenceofchildrenoChildrenare oftenattractedtothemachine and the mowingactk,tty, Neverassume that children will remain

whereyou lastsaw them.

• Keepchildren outofthe mowing areaand under thewatchful care of another responsibleadult.

• Be alert andturn machine off if children enterthe area,

° Before and when backing, look behind and downfor small

children,,

• Never carry children. They may fail off and be seriously

injuredor interferewith safe machine operation. '

• Never allow chitdren to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, orother objectsthat mayobscure vision,

IV. SERVICE

• Useextracareinhandlinggasoline andother fuels. They are

flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cootbefore refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machineorfuel container insidewhere

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

° Never run a machine inside aclosed area.

• Keepnuts andbolts especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment ngood condit on.

° Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

° Keepmachine freeof grass,leaves, or other debris build-up.

Clean oil or fuel spill-age. Allow machine to cool before storing

- Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object,

Repair, ifnecessary, before restarting.

° Never make adjustments or repairs withthe engine running.

- Grasscatchercomponentsaresubjecttowear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replacewithmanufacturer's recommendedpartsl when nec-

essary.

• Mowerblades are sharp and can cut,, Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

- Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required,

make sudden changes inspeed or direction.

• Avoid starting orstopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

....... disengage the blades and proceedslowly straight down the

slope_

DO NOT:

• Donot turnonslopesunlessnecessary,andthen turns_owly and gradually downh I1,ifposs ble,

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over ifa wheel is over the edge

of a cliff or ditch, or _fanedge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding,,

° Donot tryto stabilizethe machine by puttingyour foot onthe

ground.

! ,#_ Look for this symbol to point out impor- ! A,_, tent safety precautions. It means

! _ CAUTION]!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

contact spark plug in order to prevent

plug wire and place wire where itcannot accidental startin 9 when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

• Do not use grass catcheron steep slopes.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu- factured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance, Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service

Department, We have competent, welt-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"°

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 125

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 5 QUARTS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL (3,0 PINTS): SAE 30 (Above32°F)

5W-30 (Below 32°F)

SPARK PLUG (GAP,,030IN,): CHAMPION RJ-lgLM

STD361458

MODEL NUMBER 917255430

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIALNUMBERSWlLL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT. YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod- ucto Contact your nearest Sears store for details°

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

. Read and observe the safety rules.

• Followa regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your unit°

o Followtheinstructions under"Customer Responsibili-

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

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE ,005- ,,007IN

EXHAUST ,009- ,011 IN,_

GROUND SPEED: FORWARD

1st 1.10MPH

2nd 140 MPH 3rd 2 00 MPH

4th 3 00 MPH 5th 4,20 MPH

6th 5,00 MPH

REVERSE: 1.50MPH

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS

WARNING: This unit isequipped with an internal combus- tion engine and should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, itshould be maintained in effective working order by the operator.1

tn the 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. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)_

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, ifthis riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions inthe owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable itemswhich become wornduring normaluse, such as blades,spark plugs,air cleaners and belts. . Tire replacementor repaircaused by puncturesfromoutside objects, such as nails,thorns,stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessarybecause of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or thefailure to maintainthe

equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual ......

• Riding equipment used for commercialor rentalpurposes

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 daysfrom dateof purchase, if any batteryincluded with thisridingequipment proves defective in material orworkmanship and our testingdeterminesthe batterywill not hold a charge, Sears wilt replacethe battery at no charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT 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/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 14-17

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

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

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

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

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

iNDEX

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

Adjustments:

Brake ................................................ 20

Carburetor ...................................... 23

Mower

Front-To-Back .............................t9

Side-To-Side ........................... 19

Throttle Control Cable ................. 23

Air Filter, Engine ................................... 16

Air Screen, Engine ....................................17

Assembly ................................................ 7-9

Battery:

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

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

Installation ..........................................9

Levels .......................................... 8,15

Preparation ............................................8

Starting with Weak Battery ........... 21

Storage ........................................ 24

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

Belt:

Motion Drive

RemovaVReplacement ............20

Mower Blade Drive

RemovaVReplacement ............20

Blade:

Sharpening ...................................... 15

Reptacement ................................... 15

Brake Adjustment .................................. 20

Carburetor Adjustment ......................... 23

Controls, Tractor ......................................10

Customer Responsibilities .............. t4-t 7

Engine:

Air Filter ..................................... 16

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner .... 16

Air Screen, Engine .................. 17

Battery ........."............................ 15

Cooling Fins, Engine ............... 17

Engine Oil ................................. 16

Fuel Filter .................................. 17

Spark Plugs .................................17

Tractor:

Blade ........................................... 15

Lubrication Chart ..................... 14

Maintenance Schedule ............. 14

FireCare ..............................8,15,21

Cutting Height, Mower ......................... 11

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays ................... 22

Schematic ........................................ 27

Wiring Diagram ................................28

Engine:

Air Filter ......................................... 16

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner ........ 16

Air Screen ........................................ t7

Cooling Fins, Engine ..................... 17

Oil Change ...........................................16

Oil Level .......................................12,16

Oil Type ..................................................16

Preparation ............................................12

Repair Parts ..................................44-48

Starting ...............................................13

Storage ........................................... 24

Filter:

Air Filter ......................................... 16

Air Filter Foan Jre-Cleaner .........16

Fuel ................................................ 17

Fuel:

Type ...................................................12

Storage ........................................ 24

Fuse ........................................................ 22

Hood Remova!/tnstaltat[on .................. 22

Leveling Mower Deck .......................... 19

Lubrication:

Chart ......................................................14

Maintenance Schedule ............................14

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ........... 19

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ...............19

BIade Sharpening .............................15

Blade Replacement ...................... 15

Cutting Height ............................... 11

.....1nstailatiOn ':;::_ LL:o._.o_.o..._oo...._......L. 18

Operation ......................................... 12

Removal ....................................... 18

Mowing Tips ........................................... 13

Muffler ....................... _.......................... 17

Spark Arrester .......................... 3,38

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions .........12,16

Engine ........................................... 16

Storage ...............................................24

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-13

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 18-23

STORAGE .................................................................... 24

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 25-26

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 28-43

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ..................................... 44-48

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

Operation ........................................ t0-13

Operating Mower ................................ 12

Options:

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

Spark Arrester .......................... 3,38

Parking Brake ................................ 10-11

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

Parts, ReplacemenVRepair ............ 28-43

Product Specifications ............................ 3

Repair Parts ...................................... 28-48

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

Seat ......................................................... 8

Service and Adjustments ............... t8-23

Carburetor .................................... 23

Fuse ............................................... 22

Hood Remova!/Installation .......... 22

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ........... 20

Mower Blade Drive Belt

RemovaVReplacement ........... 20

Mower Adjustment

Front- to-Back ........................ 19

Side-to-Side .............................. 19

Mower Removal .......................... 18

Tire Care ............................. 8,15,21

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

Spark Plugs ........................................ 17

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

Starting the Engine .......................... 12-13

Steering Wheel .................................. 7,21

Stopping the Tractor ............................ ! t

Storage ................................................. 24

Throttle Control Cable

Adjustment ................................... 23

• Tires,..._,,.,. ....................................... 8,t5,21

Troubleshooting Chart .................... 25-26

Transaxle:

Repair Parts ............................ 4243

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

Wiring Diagram .................................... 28

Wiring Schematic ............................... 27

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

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These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor was purchased,, They are also available atmost Sears retail outlets,

catalog and service centers_ Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor,,

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR RLTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor,. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help your This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change infuture years - more attachments may be added, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model Contact your nearest Sears store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy attaching and detaching..

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERMANEX BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and

leaves for a healthier, heater looking fawno Two Permanex containers held 30-gallon plastic bags.

LAWN SWEEPERS let you colIect grass clippings and leaves,. LAWN VAGS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and

ieaveso Wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach places_

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes avai[ableo

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch diameter water-tight drum holds upto 390 Ibs. of weight° Rounded edges prevent harm to turf° Adiustable scraper automatically

cleans drum° SPREADERISEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed

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

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois- ture and nutrients to reach grass roots, 36-inch swath. 24

hardened steel coring tips. 150 tb. capacity weight trayo AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta-

pered 2..5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in..

Steel weight tray for increased penetration..

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring fine teeth° Useful to prepare bare areas forseedingo Available for front

or rear mounting.

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor battery or other 12welt source.. Includes booms for

automatic spraying when pulling, and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern° For applying

herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and liquid fertilizersl. "

SNOW BLADE for snow removal only,, 14-inch high, 42-inch wideblade clears 38-inchpathwhen angtedleftorrighL Raises,

Iowerswithside lever. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraperbar_(Usewithtirechains, wheel weights,orreardrawbar

weight.,) SNOWTHROWERhas40-inchswath. Drum4ypeauger handles

powdery and wet/heavy snow_ Mounts easily with simple pin arrangement. Discharge chute adjustsfrom tractor seat. 6qnch

diameter spout discharges snow 10to 50feet.. Liftcontrolled at tractor seal (Use with chains, wheel weights, or rear drawbar

weight.) TIRE CHAINS are heavy dutyi closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction° WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removalor dozing heavy materials. Inpalm (30 Ibs,.each..) TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame,ABSplastictop; clear plasticwindshield offers360 degree visibility. Hinged metal doorswith catch, Keeps operatorwarm and dry. Removevinylandwindshields for use assun protector

in summer. (Catalog only_) Optional accessories for tractor cab: tinted/tempered solid

safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber caution lightfor mounting on cab top_ (Catalog only.)

TRACTOR COVER protects tractor from weather. Made of

Evolution 3 fabric (water-repellent, extremely breathable, light

weight, soft, non-abrasive, pliable in all temperatures, durable, stain/teadpuncture resistant,will not shrink or stretch.) (Catatog

only.) TILLER has 5 hpengine and36-inchswathtoprepareseed beds,

cultivate, andcompost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in

liftanddepth controlsystemand does NOTrequire asleeve hitch, Fit,any lawn,_i_.rd, Or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the

tractor drawbar and got

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Large Flat Washer

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Sheet

Screws

E6x 1/2

(1) Locknut 3/8-24

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Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Steering

Wheel

Battery acid

Battery

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x I

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

(1) Washer '!7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

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(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

Steering

Boot

Owner's Manual

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

f _ Wheel

Steering Wheel Insert

Adapter

I_l Steering

Parts Bag

C_ (2) Keys

Steering

Bushing

, 7

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(2) Lock Washers 1/4

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

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15 ° Slope Sheet

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Battery Caps

and Instructions

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness..

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 5/16" wrench (2) 7/16" wrenches (1) 1/2" wrench (1) 3/4" wrench

When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON

9/16" wrench Screwdriver

Utility knife Tire pressure gauge

STEERING SHEET BUSHING METAL

SCREW

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 6).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton and tay panels flat,

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove,

BEFORE ROLUNG UNIT OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Stide the steering bushing over the steering shafL o Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash

line up with steering bushing. Install two (2) sheet meta_ screws and tighten securely.

• Position steering boot over steering shaft.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure,

• Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft.

= Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 locknut and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel,

• Remove protectiveplastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE

UNIT IS TO ROLL OFF SKID,

TABS

ST BOOT

STEERING (ASSEMBLY

POSITION)

o..,,...._/' - TAB SLOT

STEERING SHA ' !

(SHIPPING POSITION) ...... '

FIG, 1

TO ROLL UNiT OFF SKiD (See Fig. 6)

° Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,

° Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal,

- Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position_

• Roll unit backwards off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor,

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediately if

accidentally in contactwith battery acid.

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Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use° However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bag, o Fill battery with acid. Fill each cell until it reaches the

bottom of the vent wells° Do not overfill.

= Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty

minutes. After standing, check the level of acid. If below the vent wells, add more acid until the correct level is reached.

While battery isstanding (after adding acid) and later, while battery is being charged, continue with assembly of unit.

IMPORTANT: TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY, IT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE

CHARGED BEFORE USE., FAILURE TO CHARGE

BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY LIFE

= Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for I hour. Use

a 12 volt battery charger. Observe all safety precau- tions required for battery charging.

• Check the acid level after the battery is charged. If the acid has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or

iron free water.,

• Install the vent caps to cover the vent wells. Wash the top of the battery with water to remove any acid, then

wipe dry1

o Oheck battery case for leakage to make sure that no

damage has occurred in handling,

° Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid for

disposal by adding it to four inches of water in a five gallon plastic container. Stir with a wooden or plastic

paddle while adding baking soda until the addition of

more soda causes no more foaming,.

Follow instructions on howto install battery_ CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

CUTAWAYVIEW /VENT CAP

I ] VENTWELL

Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive,

Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps. Always wear gloves,

clothing and goggles to protect your

hands, skin and eyes.

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BATTERY CELL ACID

LEVEL

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan,

• Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

• Assemble adjustment bolt, Iockwasher and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

. Tighten shoulder bolt securely,,

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat,

. Slide seat until acomfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down (See Fig. 6),

o Get off seat without moving its adjusted position,

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely_

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER BOLT

BOLT

FIG. 3

HER

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes, Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance, o Reducetire pressure PSI shownin"PRODUCT SPECI-

FICATION on page 3 of this manua!.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cuttingresults,mower housing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installin 9 battery, remove

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

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• Lift seat to raised position. ° Open battery box door.

• Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box,

• Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals toward front of unit.

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex belt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut as shown° Tighten securely°

° Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

• Close battery box door.

Open battery box door for: ° Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware),

° Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery,,

° Jumping (if required), ° Periodic charging.

SEAT_ BATTERY

(POSITIVE) (NEGATIVE)

RED BLACK BATTERY GROUNDING

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL NEGATIVE(-) TERMINAL

tal grounding.

BOXDOOR

CABLE

FIG. 4

BATTERY

VENT CAPS

FIG. 5

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFA CTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST"

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

/ Battery is properly prepared and charge& (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely° ,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were ovennflated at the factory).

,/' Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side4o-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling)_

,i Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside a be t keepers

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

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE L_-_RNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

#" Engine oil is at proper level°

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

gasoline_

,I Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function.. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is insafe operating condition.

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrations withyour tractorto familiarize yourselfwiththe Iocationsofvariouscontrots and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference_

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION LIFT LEVER

LIGHT SWITCH

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL

SWITCH

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKE

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Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor_

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTtLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controlling engine speed,, CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-

...... ingtt-ii_tr_actdrand starting the engine°

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.

MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS

GEARSHIFT LEVER

FIG. 6

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of tractor,

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor°

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position,

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for siarting andstoPt_ing the

engine.

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage,, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating

your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend wide vision safety

mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog stores.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 7)

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into ful! "BRAKE" position

and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

releasepressura from clutchJbrake pedalo Pedalshould remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold vehicle secure.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH "ENGAGED" POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

PARKING

BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

SHIFT LEVER

NOTE: Under certain conditions when unit isstanding idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping unit on grass areas,,

CAUTION: Alwaysstop unitcompletely,

as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 7)

Always operate engine at full throttle°

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate°

° Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower per-

formance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.,

• Move gearshift lever to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO ACOMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLEo

POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL PARKINGBRAKE

"DRIVE"POSITION "DISENGAGED"POSITION

FIG. 7

STOPPING (See Fig. 7)

MOWER BLADES -

• Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sitiono

GROUND DRIVE -

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

• Move gearshift lever to "NEUTRAL" position. ENGINE -

- Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to "SLOW" position

and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire".

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

Always remove key when leaving vehicle to prevent unauthorized use°

o Never use choke to stop engine.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 6)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.

° Grasp lift lever.

- Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4'L The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not nmning. These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed,.

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months° For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth,,

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

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TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) o

Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will °

shut off the engine. ,, Select desired height of cuL

o Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch "

control,.

. TO STOP MOWER BLADES- Disengage attachment °

clutch control

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the dis- charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

"ENGAGED'_

POSITION

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSITION

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LOW POSITION

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement. To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.. Make all tums slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.

• When pushing or towing your unit, be sure gearshift lever is in NEUTRAL" position..

= Do not push or tow unit at more than five (5) MPH.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 13)

• The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

o Check engine oil with unit on level ground.

- Remove oil fil! dipstick and wipe clean, replace and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level., tf necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (see "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili- ties section in this manual.

RUNNER

DISCHARGEGUARD

FIG. 8

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

cAUTIoN: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and

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do not drive across any slope.

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. Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

° Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline wilt increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life)o

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOL NE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage_ Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer, Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc- tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

OPERATIO

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fue!, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.

• Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position_

• Move throttle control lever to "CHOKE" position for cold engine start.,, For warm engine start, move throttle

control to FAST position.

- Insert keyintoignition and turn key clockwiseto"START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute., If engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to "FAST" posi- tion, wait a few minutes and try again.

• When engine starts, move throttle control to desired position.

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging drive or attachments..

NOTE; If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in co_d

temperatures (below 32° F), the carburetor fuel mixture

,mayneed to be adjusted" for best engine performance. See

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual°

MOWING TIPS

. Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

isattached to uniL

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance° See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual..

° Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a

guide.. The blade cuts approximately an inch outside

the runner (See Fig. 8).

° The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

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

machine.. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cuttingo

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig. 9).

FIG. 9

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings, Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

° Do not mow grass when it is wet.. Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing..

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis* charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired_

° When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used..

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FILL IN DATES __CE [

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Check Brake Operation _ _'

Check Tire Pressure I_/ _ .......................

T Check for Loose Fasteners if ......... _""""'i "_

a Sha_erdRep{ace Mower Blades _44 .....

C: LubricationCha' t.............. ....... ! " = ........

T _C_eOk Battery Level/Reck.argo ......... I_ ....

0 Clean Battery and Terminals ... _/

R Check Transmission Cooling _ .....

Adjust Btade Belt(s) Tension .t##s ............ '..................

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Ks

Check Engine Oil Level .................b/ _/ '

ChangeEng,i,neO, e" ...........V' '

E Clean,Air FiIter ........... q_##'2 .......

N .....CleanAir.Screen 6/2 '

G inspect Muffler/SparkArrester

I Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) _.2 ...........

N Clean"Engine Cooling F!ns ............. ........... i q_42 .....

Replace Spark Plug _ 6/

Replace Air Filter.P.aPer c_'rtridge '".... ' ...... .._2'

Replace Fue,I Filter 6/

t - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or tn high ambient temperatures 8 - Itequipped with oll tiller, change oil every 50 hours,

2 - SeP,'lce more often when operallng In ditty or dusty conditions 4 - Replace blades more orlon when mowing in sandy soil,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have (_

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To receive full vatue from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual (_

Some adjustments wil! need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor,

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean (_ or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

andlast longer_

BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK

CLUTCH PIVOT(S)

5 - I! equipped wIIh adJuslabte system,

LUBRICATION CHART

ERK(_

'ENGINE(_)

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level,

• Check brake operation,

• Check tire pressure,,

• Check for loose fasteners.

(_) SAE 30OR lOW30 MOTOR OIL API- SG (_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE _) REFERTO CUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARING& VISCOUS LUBRI- CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW- DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

if unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, than brake must be adjuste& (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual).

• Keep tiresfree of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber.

o Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage,.

BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp,. Re-

place bent or damaged blades,,

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

o Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blade&

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer secur- ing blade.

Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown,,

, Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft, Lbs,1torque),. IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT

TREATED, NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if

you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE O

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BILiTIE

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TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade wil!cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine. o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

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

steel bolt, pin ora cone balancer. (When using a cone ba ancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer)_

- Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced,

NOTE: Do net use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not°

CENTERHOLE / /

, "BOLT .LADE

FIG. 11

BATTERY (See Fig. 12)

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use° However, periodic charging ofthe battery

with an automotive charger will extend itslifeo ° Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even

with bottoms of vent wells. Add onlydistilled or iron free water if necessary. Do not overfill

CUT AWAY VIEW ],,._VENT CAP

_,,,_ 1 .1VENT

WELL

Fl_ _ _ _ /BATTERY I r-.,J r_ HB r_ H r_ [_ _v CELL ACID

u vEL

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FLATWASHER _ _ _ _ /

LOCKWASHER_ _

I_ HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 10

FIG, 12

° Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep ventcaps fightand small vent holes incaps open.

• Recharge at 6 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND 'TERMINALS -

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power.

• Open battery box door,,

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

° Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of

bakingsodatoonegaltonofwater_ Becareful nottoget

the soda solution into the cells,.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright,,

- Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

o Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in the

15 Assembly section of this manual).

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V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and replace ff necessary. The belts are not adjustable,

Replace belts ifthey begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from buiLd-upof dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling°

CAPtDIPSTICK

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature_

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

i°F "20 ° 0" 30; 32 ° 40" 60" 80 _ 1004 l °C -30" "20_ "10" 0 = IO = 20" _0" 40"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used aboe

32°C. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid ° possible engine damage from running low on oil. •

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and • every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year_

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine .

and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use_ Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil TO

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig_ 13)

Determine temperature range expected before o I change

All oil must meet API service classification SG. .

• Be sure vehicle ison level surface.

• Oil wilt drain more freely when warm°

• Catch oil in a suitable container° • ° Remove oil fill dipstick., Be careful not to allow dirt to

enter the engine when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug . and tighten Securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipst ck tube. Pour CARTR IDGEl

slowly. Do not overfill For approximate capacity see Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill dipstickfor checking level. Be sure

dipstick caRistigh!ened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14)

Your engine witl not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean thefoam pre-cleaner element after every 25 hours of

operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions°

• Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre_cleaner off cartridge. Wash it in liquid detergent and water_

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge_ Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s)o

SERVICE CARTRIDGE

Remove cartridge nut. Remove cartridge and clean by tapping gently on flat

surface,1

Ifvery di.,ly, replace or wash in a nonsudsing detergent

and warm water solutiono Rinse thoroughly with water from inside Outuntil water runs clear. Let cartridge dry thoroughly before using.

Reinstall cartridge, nut, precIeaner, cover and secure

with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGEo THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT USE PRESSUR{ZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY

OIL DRAIN PLUG

FIG. 13

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