Craftsman 917256522 Owner’s Manual

MODEL NUMBER 917=256522

oAssembly

Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

OWNER'S MANUAL

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

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

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH.

i, GENERAL OPERATION

. Read, understand, and follow all instructionsin the manual

and on the machine before starting.

° Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, tooperate 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 thearea isclear ofother people before mowing, Stop

machine if anyone enters the area

° Never carry passengers. ° Donotmew in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.,

• Be aware of the mower dischargedirection 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 tuming_ ° Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting_

• Tum off blades when not mowing o Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute..

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial lighL ° 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.

il. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major-factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can result insevere injury or death_

All slopes require extra caution, If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

. Mow up and down slopes, not across. . Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

= Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine_ Taftgrass can hide obstacles.

,, Use slow speed, Choose a low gear so that you wilt not have

to stop or shift while on the slope°

• 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 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 straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

• Donot turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible,

° Do notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mower couldsuddenly turnover if a wheel isover the edge of a cliffor ditch, or if an edge caves in,

° Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

° Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot onthe

ground

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

i11,CHILDREN

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

presence of children_ Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children wilt remain where you last saw them.

° Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible aduIL

° Be alert and turn machine offif children enter the area.

° Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children_

• Never carry children. They may fail off and be seriously injured or-interfere with 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 extracare inhandlinggasolineandother fuels_They are

flammable and vapors are explosive

Use onlyan 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 storethe 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 nutsand bolts,especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.

° Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

° Keep machine free of grass,leaves, or other debris build-up_

Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an obiect,

Repair, if necessary, before restarting°

° Never make adjustments or repairs withthe engine running

• Grasscatcher componentsare subjecttowear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec- essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the bEade(s)or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as

required.

portant safety precautions. It means

_ Look for this symbol to point out im-

•- tlill it , :

.............. CAUTION: Aiways'"d'isconnect spark plug ' '

CAUTION!H BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

spark PlUg in order to prevent accidental

wire and place wire where itcannot contact starting when settlng up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

& WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product con- tains cfiemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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cO GI ATLAT P':", , .... g IONS on your urch'_.se of a; Seai's

Tractor, ;it has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured ;to gi;_e _,ou the best possible dependability and performance. : ,.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authodzed ,Service Center/Department,, We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor,

=lease read and retain this manual, The instructions will

"enable you to as,_emble and maintain your tractor properly.

_ ,Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

ON A ,PLATE UNDER THE SEAT, . ; ; " . YOLIISI_OIJLD REcoRD BQT. SERIAL NUMBER A,ND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP tN A SAFE PLACE FORFUTURE REFERENCE, . i

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

ASears Maintenance Agreement isavailable on thisprod; LlCt. )ntact your nearest Sears sterefor details. '

HORSEPOWER: 15,5 . GAS(_LJNE CAPACITY 1o25QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SFISG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 30 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

(GAP: ,030"), STD361458 :

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: , ,005" ._°007"

:_': ..... .iEXHAUST; .009 I'.,o011"

_GROONDsP'EED '(MPHii ;;_._:FORW,_t_I_:

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

3rd

4th

.... '. 5th

. ' 6th

. REVERSE:

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

,, REAR: I0 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

, ' ' ' _" 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN CCA: 190

, .... , .: , ...,, CASE SIZE: UIR

1o4

2.3

3.5

4.5

5.7

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(if be maintained :!

_;in :_rking orde_: bythe operator, "._f

=. Follow the mstruct=ons under "Customer Respons_b_lt- ' ! ties and, Storage sections of this owner s manual.

' W_,RNING: This tractor iS equipped with an internal

Combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov- ered land unless the engine's,exhaust system is equipped

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• in the ,state of california the ab'ove "is required by law "=,

(Section 4442 of the Cal fornia Public Resources Code) .... .

Otherstates may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on _;"; federal lands., A spark arrester for the muffler is available .. through you_: nearestSears Authorized Service Center/

.Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)o

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY oN CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according

to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or wori_nanship_ This Warranty does notcover:

• Expendable items whichbecome wom during normal use, such as blades, spark plugsl air cleaners, belts, etc.

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects,such as nails,thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairsnecessary because of operatorabuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equlpmenta,ccordingto theinstructions containedin the owrier's manual, '

• Riding equipment used forcommercial or renta! purposes.

.... LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

r ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any batter,i inctudedwith this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanship arid our_testingdetermines the batte_;;wiHnot holda charge, Sears will reptacethe battery at no chargeo

IN-HOME WARRANTY' SERVICE ON YOUR .CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

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

THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO

".,'OURNEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER, (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAfLABLE AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.)THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES,

Th!s Warranty gives you specific lega! rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state,

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO,, D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATESI IL 60!79

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..................... :.......,...L..; 3

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

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

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

INDEX ............................ ;............................................... 4

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

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

INDEX

:._:: _,-',_;;. Acce_ones;.._.4**r,,_.;._,_) .......... ; ........ J,.,_!.,,5

v'!. :. Carburetoro.................................. 25

; _ " ' M6wer_

" ': " Front-To-Back ........................ 21

i Side-To-Side ..................... ;..o.21

.... -i:Throttle Control Cable....; ............ 24

• _AirFiti_i;Engine.......!........................:o.18

; AirScreen, Engine • ........................ 18

:A_sembly ........................................... 7-9

Battery:

Charging ................... ; ................. 7-8

' _ Cleaning...............................;........ 17

. .C6nnecting ...... _;........................ ,7-8 F r _ 'r if I " ,f_: '_

' ?:".:',; .i.__r:.,!_Sta_ingwithW_ak Batte_, ,.#_;,_,23, :: .; _Flltem: ....... • _,:,-:i.' ':'.:;':':_,::%_ ;' "','L /'•,, ,',", R_airP,a_s _'`' -_," ".." 30-47 :,i_:!

Widng Diagram .............. ;L,.:....... 30

Engine',

Air Rlter..,.._ .........;....................... ! 8

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

Cooling Fins, Engtne '.................... 18

Oil Chdng_ .L.,_,.,. ..... =,o_..L.o._..... 17

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

Oil Type .................. ;.................... 17

Preparation .................................. 13

Repair Pads ,.,,_...................... 48-53

Staffing.......................................... 14

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

,OPERATION .......................................................... 10-14

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil:.;

Cold Weather C0ndition_ ....... 13,1

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

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

Operation ...... ,_._........................... 11-t4

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

Options_

Accessories._, ............................... 5

, Spark Attester ........................... 3,40

Parking Brake ............................... t 1-12

Pads Bag ....... i...................................... 6

Pads, Replacement/Repair ............30-47

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

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,:,,,,_............:_trnlnals .............. ......._.,:.,_......... i _.,, .......-,Fue!_.,,.._.,,_............................. ,.... 19, ......_.,..k.,_,.._^._,._., ,, , ,, ,, ;, _ _......

• '. ,Hemova_tHeplacemem..... ,.-.: zz Storage .......... _:........................... .'_ * R;-,.^ ' 22

Removal/Replacement,: ...... ;,. 22

Blade:

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

Replacement ............................ L., 16

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

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

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

Customer Responsibilities .............. 15-19

Engine:

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

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

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

Cooling Fins, Engine............ L; !8

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

:" Fuel Filter................................ 19

' Spark Plugs............... _,_........_..19

TractoP.

• Blades ..,,._ ........................ ; 16

LubricationChad ................ _.... 15

M&intenance Schedule ......._;_'.15

Tire Care ......................... 8,16,23

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

Gauge Wheels ................... :................. 8

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

LevelingMower Deck .......... ,.o..,.:_.;_,..21

LubricationChert ........................._............15

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

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back .......... 21

Adjustment, Side:to-Side ...........:..21

Blade ShaqDentng.;........:,.:.,.. .... 16

Blade ReplacemenL .........o.,o"....... t6

Cutting Height .:._...........:";°':;i--; 12

installation; ...............:..;........ _.......20

Operation :..................................... 13

Removal: ...... ......... ;...... :......_...._.,.20

Mowing Tips.::..: ........ ::o;.................. :. 14

Muffler ..,; ................. :......................... 19

Spark Arrester ........................ o.3,40

Mulcher Plate ...................................... ;9

Fuse _......................... ........................... 24

Hood Removal/!nstallation ......... 24

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Blade Drive Belt

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

Mower Adjustment:

Front-to;Back ........................... 2!

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

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

Mower Removal ............... _.......... 20

Tire Care .............................. 8,t 6,23

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

Spark Plugs ...........•.................................t9

Specifications ,_;.......,...................................3

Sta_ing the Engine 13-14

Steet'ing Wheel ........ _ ....................... :" "_ " 7,23

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

Storage ::,.:._-.;.............i...................:...... 26

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..:,..24

Tires ............................................;,o8,t6,23

Trouble Shooting Chad ....................27-28

Tran§axle Repair Parts ................. 46-47

Warranty o:..;................................... ;,.......... 3

Wiring Diagram ............................. ;......30

Wirin'g Schemaiic :.......;_._.:..,':.o:.......... : 29

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AIR RLTER BLADES BELTS 1

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.in these attachments;(: . Contact i

;ssorlesandattachments your tractor, .''_ _,.:, : .". ' " ,: _;

do not 'requi'readditional hitches orconversi0n kits,(those that do are

, an'd _re !design'ed for easy

::_',!.i,_vattachlngand detaching.' ' ' '' "

"t i # 44 _ : % _ " _ " ; _' : r _" # r

. _: i,AERATORpI_0motes deep root growth for a healthy lawn,. Ta-

.i.! !.. pered 2_tnch steel spikes mounted on 10- nch diameter discs

:',' i:. [hunctijre h0}es In"s0il at close intervals to let'molsture soak In.

"Steel Weigli|'tray for increased penetration. ' "

:SNOW BLADE for snoW:_

ievers_ble scraper

bar_ . i_0r rear drawbar

............ ! i youcollectgrass p ngs,andleaves a

:'- :nearer looking _awno _w0 vermanex containers hold

• all0w.'mole: ';.:- ::'I

reach ;grass. roots. 36_inch sw;ath. 24 =''!

.... tips; t50 lb. Capacity weight tray. spray i:

_ EASY Olt;'DRAIN VALVE n_akes oitchanges easier, faster, cides ...... "..... " -,._

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck tO reduce

; " "' .... SPREADERJSEEDERSmakeSe_d ' '

Chances of %calping" on uneven terrain° GANG HITCH letsyoutow2 or;3pull:behindattachments at once,

Suchas sweepers, dethatchers., aerators (not for use with rollers, cartslot other heavy attachments)°

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce Chancesof "scalping" on uneven terrain° For mower decks notso

equ!ppedo

MULCH RAKFJDETHATCHER loosens Soiland flipsthatch and

matted leaves to lawnsurface for easy pickup° Twenty spdngfine teeth, Usefuttopreparebareareas forseeding, Availablefor front or .rearl mounting, HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch nto arge hopper. Mounts behind tractor. MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you

' mul.ch_ discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional)without

changingblades, For models not equipped as 3-m-lConvertible

: mOwers. '<See MOWER in the Repair Parts section of this

ing easy. Broadcast Spreader's_arealso useful r granular de-:_

icers andsand. "- , _ _ SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippingsand leaves.

TILLER has 5 hp engirie and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds', ":5,"! cuffivate and compost garden residue, :Tiller_has its own bu It-in' :::_

lift anddepth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch° :,;o_;_ Fits any lawn, yard orgarden tractor. Simpiy hook up to thetractor _";i!

drawbar and gol Optional accessories convert unit for !'.':i dethatching aerating, hilling...without, tools. ' ., :. :._i!i

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty;closely spaced extra-large cross .:,'._ links give smooth ride, ou!standing traction. " ' •

TRACTOR CAB has hea,,_y,dutyvinyl fabric over tubular"steel i ;_!_

,frame,'ABS plastictop;Clear plasticwindshield offers 360 degree ;i".i..i-'_i'

visibility."Hinged metal db0mWitH catch, ..Keecs Operatorwarm i"'_i_

and dry: Remove vinyl.sides and windshields for use as sun i.";_ protector"I_tsumme]',. Optional:._iccess(_ries' include: tinted_i:i!ii!i_

tempered _olid safety glass Windshieldwitt-_handoperaltedwiper; .if!,_;_

12-volt al_ber.caution tight'for mounting on cab top : - ..!_. _

_;RAMP.TOPS AND FEET let you toad and Unload tractor froma

;: I_iC!_Uptruck_: Usewith 2 xeor2x 101umber: ,

ROLLER.!fot Smoother lawn s_ifface, 36-inch wide,'18-inch diameterwater.tight drumholdsupto390 Ibs. ofweight. Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf. AdjustaUIe scraper automatically cleans drum.

VACS forpowerful collectio5of heayy grass clipoines a='idleaves'-':? ;:_ Optlor_al wand attachment to ptck;updebns in_ard-to-rea_;h ,, _

place's'. VAC!.CHIPPER !hc!udes a Ch!p'p_F-Shi'edder_' ::_" <'/::L,I i_: WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snov_ t:e°movalapplications.i:) !!_.

Uses (1) 55 Ib.weight. ......... : :"

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed tract on fOP::il,il,.:;.

snow removal or dozing heavy materials. : ' .... ,," !:';;

and weed

,lowers

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

,(i)HexBolt

3!8"-16X1

Parts packed separately in carton

" '(1) Large FtatWasher

(1) Hex B0lt

•1/2-13 x 1

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3116

x 12 Gauge

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

, ,LookWos.eo

Washers ;"_'}

O __3/4__6Gau_e.,L=_j

.. . . ...... (2) Weld Nuts ;#10 _!=J.,.

•Parts bag contents not shown full size

_ (2)Washers:_/__,

• ._ _ x 7/8 x 14 Gaug e

I /_,j )) _ lock Nuts \ L./'//(2) Gauge _ '

Steering

Extension

Shaft

Wheels . "

(2) Keys

Steel;ing Wheel

••Adapter : ,Steering:

Wheel insert

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

(2) Washers !.__"X

9/32 x 5/8 x16 Gauge ((_

(2) Lock Washers !/4 'q_"

Slope Sheet

! , ,.

(2) Latch Hook

Assembtys

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YoiJr new tractor ha,_been assembledat thefactory'wi{h excel_tion"of tllose 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

INSERT

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

(1) 5/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet

(2) 7.116"wrenches Phillips Screwdriv.er " .

318HEX BOLT

_K WASHER

,_ (1) lt2":wfen.ch Tire i:iressurega_uge

, ...i__(;-I),9/..,t61!.w_ench ,: Utillty_kdlfe ;i. ,.:L_,,.'._L,:, .!.. _,

'.:'::<;it'.'i',,W.,hil_7+,_g..ht)<qt,,_leff;hand iS_rl+e.nlt#nlli÷l.n:;ihis:manual, "it_. -

',TOREMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

""" .Remove all abcessibleibosb parts ana,6brts cartor_s

.:'::_.f,r.'bm=carton(See l_age 6);, _- i ;, . ' =:.

* U!_,Cdt, from top to' bottom, al0ni] lines on all four Co"mers ;"

: of carton, and lay panels flat ..... " . ....

,= .,.Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

• remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

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ADAPTER,,.,, ." . I :")'""'

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EXTENSION SHAFT ""'"

SKID_ • , :

5!16 HEX BOLT

6 hex_bolt

iMPOR_i_,Ii,_it:TI'GHTIENBOL"I:_AND

•lB'22,-:FT"LBS TORQUE_ " _:.... _.' _:.i!

" Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

p,Jshdown to secure,

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ° Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward°

,, Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft exten-

sion.

= Position steering wheel and sleeve assemblyso cross

bars are hor!zontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

° Assemble large flat washer, 31810ckwasher, 3/8 hex

bolt and tighten securelyo

° Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel,

•; Rembve protective plastic from tractor hood and grill. IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMovE ANY STAPLES INSKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS.TO ROLL OFF SKID. : ' . "

T0, ROLL :tRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera;.','

ti0ii Section for location and function ofcon-. tro!s)

• Press liftlever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to ' : its highest position. . " "

° Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal,

• P!ace gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

•. Roll tractor backwards off skid.

• Remove banding holding dischargeguard up against

tractor,

5/16 LOCKNUT

LOWER STEERING

SHAFT

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CONNECTBArrEm'(SeeFi s. and

CAUTION: Do not 'short battery remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

terminals. Before connecting battery,

bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected

_' flrstto prevent sparking from accidental

grounding. _ i _ _ ; :.

., . Rem6_,eCarboardi_aci_ingfr_rhseaipanancl lift seat '_i_:

_ pan_0raL_edpos!ti0n, .... ;"i: " : _ _ " : :

• Be sure ba.tterYdralr_tube is attache d :to battery box..i •

• Rem0_ie te_'mtnalpr0tectlvec.apsand discard. ° If this battery is'put into service after month and year.

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

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

° FirstconnectRED battery cabte to positive (_-)termina! .

with hex bolt, flat washer, tock washer and hex nut'as shown. Tighten securely.

I=T

_:_ = 'connect BLACK grounding cableto negative (-) term[-

na! with remaining hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer SEAT

. and hex nut. Tighten securely. "

. •Close battery box door° SEATPAN Open battery boxdoor for:

.. ° Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- SHOULDER

'::'i;:i ware), , : BOL.T

.. • , lnspectibn for corrosion.

_':':' PROTECTIVEI//I",\ ..... :: WASHER . ' :.

,_';i .:CAPS _//])] .... ' ' ' ,' ; ,'::-

'.. ": . WASHER --- _.---:--_ - _--.--- ":,, :,_:i:

: CHECK:TIRE PRESSURE, " ' "

, HSX _h;iiiies o1_your tracioi:----'-": "were _b_erinilated at the factory for ;'::_!.

: !!!,::,.:__:_ .:: ..:. ;BOLT" _ 5 $_il_lStfig'PbrPOses. Cbrr_cttire press'ure ts irnp6rtant for _..::

...... ' '. :.,.:: best cLttting"Defformance,'.i._".,. ,. i ;;. :':' __;

.... : : ,,:_iiRe'd(_e;"ii_:a'pres_ure'!'t0 PSi sh0wn':in "PRODUCT

, :_ :-: SPECIFIGATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. .!.

' i !

NEGATIVE

mower housing'should be properfy

OUSING" in the

motion and -

PAN

mbwer blade drive i0eltsin _ arid Adj'ustments

,-sectionof this manual ::Verify that the belts are routed

correctly_ ': • :

BATTERY BOX

DOOR

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After .you learn how to Operateyour tractor, check to see

that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustrnents section of this manual°

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

FIG, 3

INSTALL SEAT(See .Fig, 4)

Adjust Seat before t!ghtening adjustment bolt,

Remove ca_rdb0ardpacking onseat pan.

::=

•Placeseat on seat pa.nand assemble Shoulder bolt,

e dj's i ioCt< h d!Ass mblea u tmentbol, was er_n flatwasher

Ioo_ely_ Do n0ttighten. -," .. : . ,: Tighten shoulder bolt securelY., ';_,- .

Lower Seat into operating position and sit on Seat.

° Slide seat Untiia comfortable position is reached Which

allows you to press clutch!broke pedal all the way

down=

:, Get off seat without moving itsadjusted position.

° Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

DECK (See Fig. 5)

Assemb.Iegauge wheels withtractor on a flat level surface, _, Adjust mower to desired cutting height (see .':TOAD-

" JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT_' in the Operation

section of this manual). ' _" '= "

,. -With.mower' in desired height of cut position, gauge

" Wl_eelsShould be assembled sb they are sUghtly off the

. gr0iJhd: Install gauge wheel ,in appfopriatehole with

-":-' s|pulder bblt, i3i8" washer and 3/8-i6 10cknut and

i' t!ghtens_.curely:,: _":_.:... ? ,;.: '_' ....

° Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

•. •8

; :,,

_.: '_ ,_, i:,._,./i. ¸ :_ _. _! _ ,' ........, _, _ 4 :,,,. _ ,,.. . _ •• -_ ii,:'_i.,-•

• ,11,1,11 Ill I I_1' " , ....... i ,,,i ....... i i' i Ill [ ,,, _"

GAUGE WHEEL

MOUNTING

BRACKET ""_-

........?.... ': FIG, 5 _

_ _ _ _ r ' _ _'(S _e Figs. 6 & 7) '

_=: :Instal! two latch hooks to mulcher piate using screw,

" .*_iash_r, lock washeK and weld nut as shown. : • _ '

NOTE: _.Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting

. _,_weld;nut from the top with hook pointing downl, _. _

TO€O,w,TToBAGG'NGo.

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

DEFLECTOR

LATCH

HOOKS

:, F!G. 7

./,

' *,r

•*!

WELD NUT FROM THE TOP

WELD WASHER

NUT\\

LATCH

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

_rr',

{,'

LOCK

FIG. 6

HOOK POINTS DOWN

HOOK

" ._

WELD

LOCK

WASHER

NUT

,/" All assembiy instructiohsf_ave been completed. / No rehlaining loose parts in carton. ,f Battery is propeflyprepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps)_

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

the tires were overinflated at the factory),

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to:rear for best Cuttingresults. (Tires must be

propedy inflated for leveling)° •

J" Check mowerand drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around Puileys and inside all belt keepers.

/ Checkwiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are pi'operly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY _XTRAA TTENTIOAI TOTHE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS: • .

Z Engirle oi! is'at _'rbper levei_: '

/ Fuei tank is"filledwith fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,z Become familiar with all Controls- their location and

function° Operate them before you start the engine.

/ Be sure broke system isin Safe operating condition.

..........._:i__I_!_ .................... ,,........... _..................._,,,,_,_.....,,_ :,_:,_,_

; OPERATION _ •__:>.._'"._..,

ui i ii r '

These symbols mayappear or]your•tractor orin literaturesupplied withthe product, Learn and understand their meaning,

:BA_ERY ,_CAUTIQN_0RREVERSE

._. , . 'ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE

• *;_[,A

::,>.:-

MowER LiFT

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW =ARKING BRAKE

A_CHMENT

(3LUTCH ENGAGED

D6NGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

• _, , ;

: !{

: _ii'ili iGNI"I:ION !

lfi't

. , -4-. _ _,, . _ ...... • _•" ..... _." '. ..... _ • ',.',= _" _ _ "'_ _":_••_ _ _•_' ' ': •: _ ".. _' •': !_ :•'_ _."."•'_'_" ' _ '_'• :" _;';'.' ;_ ',_•_"_'_'_;_"";_ ¸" ':_ _":,_ ,_:;;':." •_! i,_-'•':•;!_ "'_¸ _i ¸•' "i_':_,',:'!_

.*,_,_ '_,_;_, _ ,_ ,; . _-_, _x _ ._ ,, _ . _ . _. ,. • _ _ • . ,-,., ,_ - , ,,, , , ,_ _ , ,, _, ._ , .... • _ ,_ :_- •

•;' • , _ : ..... ...... .................................. , ,

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR : _

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

Compare the illustrations withyour tractor tofamiliarize yourselfwiththelocations of various controls and'adjustments. Save _,::

:thlsmanual for future reference,

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCHLEVER

' i"" " . AMMETER .... ..,.:.•

. 3j

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

_0wer bl_.des, or Other attachments mounted tO Your tractor. . :

UGHTSWITCH: Turns theeI_eadlight;son and off, THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL::: Usedfo; staffing 'and cbntr_ilingengine speed,

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeclutching and brak-

Ing the tractor and starting the engine,,

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake positior_.

_IGBRAKE

FIG.8

GEARSHIFT LEVER; Selects 'the speed and direction of tractor,

ATTACHMEN"r LII_ LEVER: Used to raise and lower the • mower deck or otherattachments mounted, to your tractor, _,'"

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to reiease attachment lift ' i;,,i_

lever when changing its position. "' _ '

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine, ' '

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to adjust the rnower "

cutting height ...... :

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-).

i•

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result In severe eyedamage.Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your

tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

', r HOWTO USE YouR

TRACTOR hm'E: Undercertain conditionswhen tractor'is standing ._:,

, , .... . idle withthe engine running,hot engine exhaust ga:sesmay i :i_:',i

_!_:'_'_:;T'n._T pAI_KiNGBRAKEIS_ Fit_, 9'1 cause "brbwning" of grass, To.eliminate this possibility,

..... -, _,.:,:,....... :_ ..... _ ..... ,.: .... ._.0_..... _........ , .,- ..... a!V_assto en Inewhensto tn tractororl tassareas.

..".r;__.-,.;,:sw_t(}h,":'When:,ertglne:_S:..mnntng; any.attempt ..bythe _ I, __:' ':: P_^_rn'n_._."_^_,,,_ =,,_, ,,._,_,-,, •_,_,,,. I '•;

ir .#'f'

_', ':" . " \ " ,_POSITION"" , •:"

::_,; ': CONTROL RwARD AND BACKWARD (See

'_' :_ "TO MOVE FO ,

;edand ':

' _.:: . ":_ 'i"" • MoVe gearshift` lever todesiied position_

:_;! • Slowly release ctu{ch/brake pedal to start movement.

...I "DISENGAGED" BEFORE SHIFTING oR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL TRAN SAXLE

"DRIVE" POSITION HEIGHT AD,_USTMENT KNOB

\ PosmoN TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

IMPORTAN'[: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

" FIG.9 : , TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

.(See Fig. 9)

STOPPING (See Fig. 9) The cuttingheight iscontrolledbyturning the height adjust-

MOWER BLADES - mentknob in desired direction. ° •Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po- ° Turn knob clockwise (/_t) to raise cutting height.

: .Siti°n° ° TLim knob counterclockwise (IPL--_)to !ower cutting

GROUND DRIVE - heighL

• ..Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position° The cutting height range is api_roximately 1-.1/2"to 4". The

• _Move gearshift lever t0 neutral (N) position, heightsare measured from the ground to the blade tip with '

ENGINE _ r 4" _ I and mayVary depending upon soil conditionsi height of

' = _ Move throttle controlto stow (,_) position, _ _ • grass and types of grass being mowed_ - .. '

: _:NOTE: Failul'e to move throttle control toslow (,_!,) *' TheaveragetawnshouldSecuttoapproximately2-1/2

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may inches during the cool seasonand to over 3 inches ....

cause engine to "backfire", during hot months.. For healthier and bettei' looking

° "T'urn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. lawns, mow offer} and after moderate growth. .

' Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent • For best cutting performance, grass 0vet 6 inches in

IJnauth0tizeduse_ height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

,, Never use choke to stop engine° relativelyhigh; the second to desired height,

the engine hot running. These heights are approximate

_:t

i ,llllll i,, i i .......... ...................

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sens_ ing Switch° Any attempt bythe operator toleave the seat

Withthe enginerunningand theattachmentclutchengaged w!l!shut Offthe engine.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

. Make all turns sl0wly.

TO TRANSPORT

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FIG. 10

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

i_ CAUTION: Do not drive Up or dOWn ,!

..... ....

_ C_6os'ethe Slowestspeed before _tartidg Upordown

,_ : Avoidstopping or changingspeecl on hilis'o! ° If Slowingis necessary, move throttlecontrollever to

• If stopping isabsolutelynecessary,push clutch/brake

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

• hills with slopes greater than 15° and |

....... d° not drive across any slope. ; I

• : .

slowerposition.

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake_

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as yo u restart movemenL

° Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

'gasoline with a minimum Of87 octane, (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life)o Do not mix oil with gasoline. Pu_:chasefuel in quantities that can'be used within 30

days to assure_fuel freshness. '

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

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that" alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attrai:t'rnoisture Whichleads t0 Separ_.tionand formation of acids,idUi'in'g storage: • A0idJogas _can damage the fuel system6f_an engine While in storage. To avoid engine Croblems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor:

age 0f_30_days or longer.: Drai'n the gas tank, start the englpe add let it run untii the fuel I nes and carburetor are

empty, iuse fresh fuel next Season. See Storage Instruc- tiOnsi{oi';"ad_iiiohal informati0no' Nearer use engine or !:

carb_retS'r"€leaner products in the fuel tank' or permanent

damage_may Occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck, Do not overfill, Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, Spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

.13

.,:: i_,_ ._ , : : .

.... OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) * When operating attachments, select a ground speed

When Startingengine for the first time orifengine has run that willsuit the terrain and give best performance of ' '_ outof fuel, itwilltake extracrankingtimetomovefueHrom the attachment being used.

thetank to the engine...... ...... : : ................ .

= : Depress clutch/brake peda! and set parkingbrake. F ----..--- .._ ......; ............... .,_'_ :.

. _'_• • Place gearshi,ft lever in neutral (N) position. ,_,,

_;":_;;'; iMove atta(;hmentciutchto=DISENGAGED"posi{i_n, " ' -_ "_ " I :i).;i

::'._' p0Sition; .tryagain: :_ "_i.._?:.:i:: ' " _"_:""' ........ " .... ......... *

i,:',..,',:",;.Wfie'ne'r move:throttiecdrltr01to_esired, , _&. 11 - "" ' "" ':_ :, _ A_lowengine to warm Qp'fora few mihU{es .6ef_r'e* !:'i

" .:. engagingdrive or attachmentSo : ; ,...:.,::-.i : iMPORTAN;r: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP ='_";:

NOTE: if 'ata high altitude (above 3OOOfeet), or in cold MOWER .HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND :'

temperatures"(below 32 F), the CarburetOr:fue! imtxture _RASHo ,CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. " ':';

• mayneedto bbadjusted for best erigineiCeffOrmance: See i * The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- ':"i

. !";'g'O 'JST CARBURETOR" tn the Serviceand !Adjust- timeSthelawriandtheyreduce'_them in size so thatgrassaS.i"ii'

..... manual. ', '' '' i_not{ced.: _Als.o, rass witi .....

J?i"

" _' _r " should be prope_'|yleveled ira" ;t mow_g

:,"i,._ the Service and Adjustments sectionof this manual

performan'¢e: See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in

-. The left hand side of mower' shouldbe used for trim- ': ruing. ." . :'

Ddve 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 dtstrib0tion of

. _c.lippirlgs and more uniform cutting.

o:-: When mowing large areas, start by turning to the tight

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

!ences, driveways, etc. After one ortwo rounds; mow

in the opposite direct!on making left hand turns until fin!shed (SeeFig: 11 )_ "" . ' " "

•,-. 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

desire,dhq!ght, _ " , . ; . . . . .

=-. Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass Wiflplug

mower and leave undesirable clumps, Allow grass tO

kk ,_r'" allY'before mowing. . • : ....

/"" AlwaYs Operate e_gine 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 welt as the quality of cut desired.

interferes withthe mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn isthe early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be expose d to the direct sun.

For best results, adjust the m0wer cutting height Sothat the mower cuts offonly the top one-third of the grass blades (See Fig. 12). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut and mow slowly° Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a Second time to com- pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path. Change your cuttingpattern from week to week. Mow

northto south one week then Change toeast to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

Ofthe lawn.

grasstends " '

FIG._12

RESPONSIBlUT|ES

Check Brake Operation if if

Check Tire Pressure..... _ I_ t_ " '" ..... _ ..... -

. T Check fOr Loose Fast,ners . |V P . I +' l_. , i##', ' " ::i:' i:":::_: :' '

SharpenlReplaceMowerBades ; I ' 1 " !_4 - ' ' ' ' ," .... ' ' "

0 Clearl Battery arli]Term[nals ..... _..... _.,_. " " • _,, . ..... :-. : ', +," +,_.,, .+

:; :AdjdstBadeB(_ltis):TehslonY_ i:. ':- ! . ' _+ : ' ': $_'5 ..... : ;"'..... _.: .....:'. i:.

_" +', • i:::: :A_j_stM°tj_nDdveBelt(_) Tens!oil . . '. i :" i:i:_:::Vs ':i :::::I : ':;:i:, !!:!:. , ::

' | = t _"t--,_

..... Che kEngram"o,Le i;""::":: "

Change EngineOil" .:' :......

:'+

?./+,

" 3_. if equlpppdwin'oil filter+change oil every 50 hours, +._ "'

' ' " : + :;4- Replace blades more Oftenwhen mo'wing in sandVsoil

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Th'ewarrantyon thistractor does notcover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence+ To

receivefull valuefrom thewarrant,!,operator mustmaintain tractoras instructed inthis manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodicallyto properlymaintain your tractoro

Alladjustments inthe Service and Adjustments sectionof thismanual shouldbe checked at leastonce 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 plugand clean air filter assure

properair-fuet mixture and help yourengine run better

' . andlast longer. " ...... . ' " ' =

BEFORE EACH USE .::

• ;Che+€k engine oil level° +_

• Check brake operation+ . " , Check _tirepressure.

= Check for loose fasteners+

CLUTCH PIVOT(S)

{ F

PIVOTS [

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

@ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE - :: ® REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "+ENGINE" SECTION ::i,i''!

1MPORI:ANT:" DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS ,!;.!i

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS . VISCOUS LUBRt-: +_+_ CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST.AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN++_+I'+_::i

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOUiS'._-::I+

FEEL'THEY MUST BE LUBRICATEDI USE ONLY A DRY, POW-:II'_:_,'_

15 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY, " .,_._,.

: :;[

': _+,

TRACTOR

Always observe safety ruleswhen performing.anyma!nte-

n_nce.

• ,,BRAKE OPERATION

.... If more than six (6) feet Stoppingdistance

_i.__•_ inhighestgear_thenbrake mustbe adjusted.

_":.;',' ST BRAKE In the Set'vice and A_ljusF

"_" thismanual). '. ;_ ' " _ , ,

MANDREL

,'??_

NOTE; We do not recommend sharpening blade- but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is ba_anced_

NOTE; Do not use a nail f0_b_lan,c!ngt_ladeJThe lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

_/8" B BLA.,,,DE

,:. :_ FIG. 14 ....

-. - • • •

CUSTO

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery chargingsystem which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the

baffery with an automotive charger will extend its life. ° Keep battery and terminals clean.

,, Keep battery boltstighL , KeeP.Small vent holes Open.

,is6onnePt BLACK battery cable first., then RED bah'

i_ Cableand refd0$eba.ttery fi'6m tractor. ...... ;

inse the batterywith plainwater and dry° _ " Iear_t_rminalsand batte_:(_ibie ends withwire brush

dilbright.- : : " "

_ai termirlals with grease:'_':_:bt_roleumjelly,

" .:'',"'/ Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

: . i. " Assembly section of this manual).

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 above 32°F. Checkyour engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oilo 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 riot used for 25 hours in one year.

Ctteck the crankbase oitlevei:befoi'e starting the engine and .after each eigSt(8) houi's Ofoperation. ;,Tighten oil till

, cap/dipsticksec_r.e!y,_ach time yog,lcrieck l_heoillevel '::'

b_tern_ideterfi_e_bi:er'_HgeexPectedbef6re oil change. All oilmust meet:A?i s_erviceclassification SFor SG. ii._

-".. Be suretracio¢isOnieveisurface,,

° Oil will drain m0re freely when warm.

Catch oil in a.suitable €ontaine n Remove oil fill €_ip!dipsticko Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engi.ne_/lien changi'ng oil Remove drain Plug.

. After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten se.curely. •

o - hotl felldipstick tube. Pour

see this. ,

ms_le free fr'ombuild-up of dirt•and cl_affwliich

.ca.n'restdctcooling.

'ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Oniy use highquality detergent oil rated withAPI service €lassificationSF or SGoSelect the oil'sSAE viscositygrade

according to your expected operating temperature,

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

"F '-20'i : 0" : 30" :32" 4o" , 60" 80" . lo0'

°C-30" " ' -20 = ".. i.-:tO'. " 0" " 10" . 20' 30' 40'

ILL

CAP/DIPSTICK

OIL DRAIN PLUG

FIG, 16

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