Craftsman 917255960 Owner’s Manual

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MODEL NO.

917.255960

Caution: Read and follow

all Safety Rules and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

i8.0 HP TWIN CYLUNDER ELECTRmC START

44" MOWER 6 SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

• Assembny oOperatnon

° Customer ResponsRbilities

, Service and Adjustment ° Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

arrd on the machine before starting Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. which

could be picked up and thrown by the blade_ Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing_ Stop

machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always

look down and behind before and while backing. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

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

Slow down before turning Neverleave a running machine unattended Always turn off

blades, set 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_

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck

II, SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipov_r

accidents, which can result in severe inury or death_ All slope's

requreextracaut on fyou cannot backup the s ope orif youfee uneasy on it,do not mow it.

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across.

Remove obstacles such asrocks, tree limbs, etc

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tallgrass can hide obstacles.

Useslowspeed. Choosea low gear sothatyou willnot have

tostop or shift while on the slope.

Followthemanufacturer's recommendationsforwheelweights

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 slopes slowand gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straightdown the slope

DO NOT:

Donot turn onslopes unlessnecessary, andthen,turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible

Do not mownear drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over ifa wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if anedge caves in.

Do not mow on wet grass_Reduced traction could cause sliding

Do not try tostabilize the machine by puttingyour foot onthe ground

Donot use grass catcher on steep slopes

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

presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing acttvity Neverassumethatchildrenwillremain where you last saw them

Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before arrd when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

Never carry children_ They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with the safe machine operation

Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision

IV, SERVICE

Use extra care in handling gasoline and other 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 cool before refueling Do not

smoke

Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

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

Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition

_ever tamper with safety devices, Check their proper

eratlon regularly

Ke_ machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up, Cle_e oil or fuel spillage. 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 with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage,

and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow ob ects to be thrown. Frequently check components and rep ace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-

essary. Mower blades are sharp and can cuL Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequenfly= Adjust and service as

required,

Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where itcannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

CONGRP, TULATIONS 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

Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained

technicians 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: 18.0

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3.5 GALLONS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL (3.0 PINTS w/o Filter) SAE 30 (or 10Wo30)

(3,5 PINTS w/FILTER) WINTER: SAE 5W-30 SPARK PLUG (GAP,025 IN): CHAMPION RV15VC VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE .003-.006 IN

EXHAUST 016-019 IN.

MODEL

NUMBER 917255960

SERIAL NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND

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- uct Contact your nearest Sears store for details

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your unit.

Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili_

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

GROUND SPEED: (MPH):

LO HI

1st 8 1_8 2rid 1.4 34

3rd 2.4 5.5

ReVr .9 2.1

TRANSAXLE OIL NON-DETERGENT

(4 QUARTS) SAE 30

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @3660 RPM

BLADEBOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS

WARNING: This unit is equipped 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 arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any), If a spark arrester _sused, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law _tection 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

her 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).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

workmanship. This Warranty does not cover:

Expendableitems whichbecome worn during normal use, such as blades,spark plugs, aircleaners and belts,

Tire replacement or repaircaused by puncturesfrom outsideobjects, suchas nails,thorns, stumps,or glas&

Repairs necessary becauseof operator abuse,negligence, improper storage oraccident orthefailure to maintainthe

equipment accordingto the instructions containedin the owner's manual. Riding equipmentused for commercialor rental purpose&

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For90 days fromdate ofpurchase,if any battery includedwith this ridingequipment proves defective in materialorworkmanship

and our testing determines the battery will nothold acharge,Sears willreplace the battery at nocharge. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT INTHE UNITED STATES. This Warranty gives you specific legalrights,and youmay also have other rights which may vary from stateto state.

SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO,, D/731CR-W, SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60684

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ....................... 3,15-16

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

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

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

ASSEMBLY ........................................................... 7-10

Adjustment,Attachment Lift Spring, 23 Adjustments:

Brake ..................................... 21

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

Clutch Pulley ........................... 21

Gauge Wheels ....................... 13

Mower:

Front-To-Back ................... 20

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

Mower Drive Belt ..................... 20

Throttle Control Cable ............. 25

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

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

Assembly ................................. 7-10

Attachment Lift Spring:

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

Battery:

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

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

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

Levels .................................. 8,17

Preperation ................................ 8

Starting with Weak Battery ...... 23

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

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

Belt:

Motion Drive:

Removal/Replacement ....... 22

Mower Blade Drive:

Removal/Replacement ....... 2t

Mower Drive:

Removal/Replacement ....... 20

Blade:

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

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

Brake Adjustment .......................... 21

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

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

Customer Responsibilities ........ 15-16

Engine:

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

Foam Pre-Cleaner ............ 16

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

Cooling Fins, Engine ............ 16

Engine Oil ............................ 17

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

Spark Plugs ......................... 16

Tractor:

Battery ................................ t 7

Blade .................................... 16

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

Maintenance Schedule ......... 16

Tire Care ..................... 6,16,22

Transaxle Oil Level .............. 16

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

Decals .......................................... 29

Engine:

Adjustments:

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

Throttle Contr_ Ca6!e ......... 25

Air Filter ........... __. ,.. _............ 18

Air Screen ....... ..._ ...J........... 18

Cooling Fins ..... \ .../ ........... 18

Oil Change ....... \/ ............ 17

Oil Level ........................... 13,17

Oil Type ........... A ............. 17

Preparation ......... /,-_ ........... 13

Starting ............................. 14

Storage .............. /__._ .......... 26

Filter':

Air' Cleaner. ....................... ,_,,,18

Fuel ................................... ,.\., 18

OIL ..................................... Z18

Fuel:

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

Type ........................................ 14

Fuse ............................................... 23

Headlights ...................................... 23

Hood Removal .............................. 24

Leveling Mower Deck ............... 19-20

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

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

Mower:

Adjustment:

Front-To-Back ................ 20

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

Blade Replacement ................. 16

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

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

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

Operation ................................ 13

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

OPERATION ......................................................... 11-14

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ............................. 19-25

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

TROUBLE SHOOTING .......................................... 27-26

REPAIR PARTS-TRACTOR .................................. 36-53

SLOPE SHEET ........................................... BACK PAGE

nNDEX

Removal .................................. 19

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

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

Spark Arrester ........................ 3

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ...13,17

Engine .................................... t7

Transaxle ............................... 16

Operating Mower ........................... t3

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

Parking Brake ......................... 11,12

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

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

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

Schematic ..................................... 54

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

Service & Adjustments ............. 19-25

Attachment Lift Spring .......... 23

Clutch Pulley ........................... 21

Fuse .................................... 23

Mower Adjustment

Front-To-Back ................... 20

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

Motion Drive Belt:

Removal/Replacement ...... 22

Mower Blade Drive Belt:

Removal/Replacement ...... 21

Mower Drive Belt:

Removal/Replacement ...... 20

Mower Removal ...................... 19

Tire Care ...................... 8,16,22

Slope Guide Sheet ........................ 55

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

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

Starting the Engine ...................... 14

Steering Wheel .......................... 7,22

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

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

Throttle Control Cable:

Adjustment .............................. 25

Tires ...................................... 8,16,22

Troubleshooting ........................ 27-28

Wheels ......................................... 29

Wiring Schematic ....................... 54

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH ENTS

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These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased They are also available at most 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 FILTER GAB CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZi

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers awide vadety of attachments that fit your vehicle Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you This fist was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future 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 stere for the accessories and attachments that are available for your unit.

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

LAWN SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves LAWN VACS for powerful collection of heaw grass clippings and

leaves Wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach places

CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes available. ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch

diameterwater-tightdrumholdsupto390{bs ofweight Rounded edges prevent harm to turf Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill- ing 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 Ib capacity weight tray 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

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup Twenty spring ttne

teeth Usefultapreparebareareasforseeding Availableforfront or rear mounting

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

tractor battery or other 12-volt 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 fertilizers SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet!heavy snow Mounts easily with simple pin arrangement Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat 6Hnch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet Lift controlled at

tractor seat (Use with chains, wheel weights, or rear drawbar

weight ) TIRE CHAINS are heaw duty; closely spaced extra-large cross

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

snow removal or dozing heavy materials (55 Ibs each )

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operatorwarm

and dry Remove vinyl and windshields for use as sun protector in summer (Catalog only)

Optional accessories for tractor cab: tinted/tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber

caution light for 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/tear/puncture resistant, will not shrink or stretch) (Catalog

only) TILLER has 8 hp engine to prepare seed beds, cultivate, and

compost garden residue Chain-drive transmission. Six 11-inch diameter one piece heat-treated steel tines Tills 30_inch path

(Requires sleeve hitch )

TILLER has 5hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

cultivate, and compost garden residue. Tiller has Its own built-in liftand depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch Fits any lawn, yard, or garden tractor Simply hook up to the

tractor drawbar and go!

DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand and gravel. 48 inches wide, 17 inches high, clears 44-inch path when angled

Master lift control lever for operator ease Spring trip for snow removal on uneven pavement; built-In float for blade to follow

ground contour Reversible, replaceable scraper bar (Use with tire chains, wheel weights or rear drawbar weight )

FRONT END LOADER system includes double wide rear tires. rear weight box, and hydraulically operated 526 cuff bucket

(Catalog only) REAR BLADE is 42 inches wide and operated from driver's seat

Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading Reverses for snow plowing (Requires sleeve hitch )

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR is 43 inches wide Prepares ground for seeding, helps weed control Steel frame holds 5 adjustable

sweeps Adjusts vertically, horizontally (Requires sleeve hitch )

Optional accessory for cultivator: steel furrow opener for wider

openings for potatoes, corn, and other deep-seeded crops

PLOW turns soil 6 inches deep, cuts 10-inch furrow. Crank adjustment controls depth, 3-position yoke sets width Heaw

steel landslide for straight furrowing (Requires sleeve hitch )

DISC HAR ROW has 2gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10

to 20 degrees, 40 inches wide Can hook 2 units in tandem

(Requires sleeve hitch )

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications Can be mounted on front of tractor for plowing applications Uses

(1) 55 Ib weight SLEEVE HITCH for use with master lift system Single pin

couples/uncouples

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

(1) Knob

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Parts packed separately in carton

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Seat

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Steering Wheel

Battery acid

Battery

(4) Retainer Springs

(4) Washers 11/32 x 1

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

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. (2) Lock Washers 1/4

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(2) Hex Nuts 1/4 - 20

Parts Bag Owner's Manual

rst bag contents not shown full size

V-Belt _

(2) Battery Carriage Bolts 1/4-20 x74/2 '_

Steering Wheel Insert

(2) Wing Nuts 1/4 - 20

15= Slope Sheet and Instructions

Battery Caps-

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ASSEM L¥

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Tire pressure gauge

(1) Adjustable wrench (1) Utility knife

When right and [eft 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

UNPACK CARTON

Remove all accessible loose parts from carton (See

page 6)

Cut along dotted lines onthe carton, from top to bottom,

all four corners of carton and lay panels flat

Remove mower deck from skid. Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove

,_J_. _ WHEEL

_/ INSERT

-- HEX BOLT

LOCK r'.'_

WASHER_ _ FLATWASHER

STEERING GWHEEL -- STEERING SHAFT ADAPTER

STEERING

BEFORE ROLLING UNIT OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer

from 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) andslide onto adapter.

Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely. Snap insert into center of steering wheel.

Remove protective plastic 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,

(See Fig, 2)

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position, Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal Rol! unit backwards off skid,

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CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

FIG, 1

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LIFT[.EVER

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

FIG, 2

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ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 3)

CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield.

Wash hands or clothing immediately if

accidentally in contact with battery acid. Do not smoke. Fumes from charged bat,.

tery acid are explosive.

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

clothing and goggles toprotectyour hands, skin and eyes.

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.

Fill battery with acid_ Fill each celt 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 batter,! 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 1 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 dry.

Check 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 how to install battery.

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder boil

Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely.

Do not tighten.

Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SEATPANx SE/T_

SHOULDER X _ \_ \ \ \\ \

//_'_'__ FLAT WASHER

fADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 4

CI'_CK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CUT AWAY VIEW //VENT CAP

[' " .............. T/VENT WELL

' _ '_BATtERY

:_ _/,.Z_ r_ zl_ r_21., CELL ACID

_U_ __ LEVEL

FIG. 3

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Your unit has been shipped with the front mower suspen-

sion bracket banded to the frame, Remove bands and pivot bracket downward

MOWER INSTALLATION (See Figs 5, 6, 7 and 8)

Remove banding from suspension arms and gauge

wheels Set gauge wheels aside for later assembly

Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor

Slide front suspension brackets into mower bracketsr Retain with release pins, Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops Lower mower linkage

with attachment lift lever, Slide studs through lift links on both sides of tractor

Retain with washers and retainer springs Place the suspension arms on brackets on both sides

of frame, Retain with washers and retainer springs Place suspension arms in rear suspension brackets

Retain with release pins Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower suspension Insert gauge wheel bar into bracket (See Fig 7),

Retain with clevis pins and retainer springs,

SUSPENSION KNOB

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT

ARM

BELT

GAUGE WHEEL

BAR _/

'oo ;==;

BRACKET

CLEVIS

L.)_ PIN

FIG. 7

DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Figs 8 and 9)

Remove hood and grill (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and Adjust- ments sections of this manual),

Roll mower drive belt over primary mandrel Roll mower drive belt forward over front mower sus-

pension bracket Place mower drive belt over clutch pulley on engine

and under idler pulley and tension pulley

NOTE: Pulltension pulley lever forward for belt clearance Make sure narrow "V" side of belt is engaged with each pulley, and push tension pulley lever back to opearting

position

Replace hood and grill assembly

BRACKETS

RI PIN

BRACKET

SUSPENSION

ARM

RETAINER

FIG, 5

RETAINER SPRING

RELEASE

.IFT LINK

FRONT

SION

BRACKET

- WASHER

PRIMARY

TENSION/ _"_,'

PULLEY

MOWER DRIVE

FIG. 8

MOWER

_ RIVE

BELT

IDLER

PULLEY

FIG, 9

FIG, 6

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting,results, mower housing should be properly

leveled, See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of his manual

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