Craftsman 917257573 Owner’s Manual

MODEL NUMBER 91

oAssembly

Operation Customer Responsibilities

eService and Adjustments oRepair Parts

OWNER'S MANUAL

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

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHIN E 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 and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with ti_e 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 isclear 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°

• Never leave 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

I!. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death All slopes

require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or ifyou 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 Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed.. Choose a low gear so that you will 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 slow and 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:

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or 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 on the ground

• Do not 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 activ ty. Neverassume that chi dren will remain 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 and when backing, look behind and down for small

children..

• Never carry children. They may fal] off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow chiEdren 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 Theyare flammable and vapors are explosive.

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

running Al!ow 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_

• 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 object

Repair, if necessary, 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 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 blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required.

Look for'this symbol to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION[it BECOME ALERT!!t YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

contact spark plug in order to prevent

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making

,, , , ,,,,, ,,, ,,,,,,,, ,, ,,,,,,,,,,,

repairs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center!Department.. We have competent, welF 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".

MODEL NUMBER 917..257573

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

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

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP 1NA SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

PRODUCT SPEC FiCATBONS

HORSEPOWER: 15.0 GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (APFSF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32_F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3..PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

(GAP: 030") STD 361458 VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: 005" - ..007"

EXHAUST: .009" - ..0tl"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 1.14 2nd 149

3rd 2.34 4th 3.49

5th 4,.45 6th 5.68

REVERSE: 1,.75

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12 PSi

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT, LBS

A Sears Maintenance Agreement isavailable on this prod- uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBBLITIES

o Read and observe the safety rules, = Follow a regular schedule inmaintaining, caring for and

using your unit.

= Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

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

..................................................................... L L± ,ul H"'llllll'l"ll"Hl'l'l" ; ..............

WARNING: 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 with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). if a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

In 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/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)

LUMmTEDTWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RmDING EQUgPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this ridingequipment 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 workmanship,

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendableitems which become worn during normal use, such asblades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts. . Tire replacement or repair caused by puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as nails,thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairsnecessary because of operator abuse, negligence,improperstorage or accidentor the failure to maintain the equipment accordingto the instructionscontainedinthe owner's manual.

• Ridingequipment usedfor commercial or rentalpurposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery includedwith this ridingequipmentproves defective in material or workmanshipandour testingdetermines the battery willnotholda charge,Searswillreplacethe battery at no charge,

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT lN THEUNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you mayalso haveother rights which may vary from stateto state..

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO,., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 14-18

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

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

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

OPERATION .......................................................... t0-13

iNDEX

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

Adjustments:

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

Carburetor ..................................................24

Mower

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

Side-To-Side ........................... 20

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

Air Filter, Engine .............................................17

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

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

Battery:

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

Cleaning ........................................... 16

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

Levels ...............................................8,16

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

Starting with Weak Battery .............22

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

Terminals .............................................16

Belt:

Motion Drive

Remova!lReplacement ..................21

Mower Blade(s)

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

Blade:

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

Replacement ..............................................15

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

Carburetor Adjustment ............................24

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

Customer Responsibilities ...................15-18

Engine:

AirFilter ...........................................17

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

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

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

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

Spark Plug(s) ..................................18

Tractor:

Battery ........................................... 16

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

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

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

Tire Care ..................................8,15,22

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

Cutting Height, Mower ....................................1I

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays .................... 23

Schematic .............................................29

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

Engine:

Air Filter ........................................... 17

Air Screen .........................................17

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Filter:

Air Filter ...............................................17

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

Fuel:

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

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

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

Hood Remova!/Installation .................. 23

Leveling Mower Deck ............................ 20

Lubrication:

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

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

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ............ 20

Adjustment, Side*to-Side .............. 20

Blade Sharpening .............................15

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

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

installation ..........................................19

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

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

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

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

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

Oit:

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

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

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

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

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 19-24

STORAGE ................................................................... 25

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 26-27

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

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

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ............... BACK COVER

Operation .....................................................10-13

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

Options:

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

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

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

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

Parts, Replacement/Repair ................28-43

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

Repair Parts .................................... 30-47

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

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

Service and Adjustments ..................19-24

Carburetor ....................................... 24

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

Hood Removal/Installation ........... 23

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement .......... 21

Mower Belt(s)

Removal/Replacement ............. 21

Mower Adjustment

Front4o-Back ........................... 20

Side-to-Side ..................................20

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

Tire Care ............................. 8,15,22

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

Spark Plug(s) .............................................18

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

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

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

Stopping the Tractor .................................t 1

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

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment .........24

Tires ......................................................... 8,15,22

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

Transaxle ...............................................................18

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

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

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

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH ENTS

These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retaii outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased,,

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor,.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG

GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER

AIR FILTER

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

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

you. This Hstwas 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 modet. 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,

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta- pered 25-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

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a heafthier, neater looking lawn Two Permanex containers hold 30-gallon plastic bags.

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage. CARTS make hauling easy.. Variety of sizes available, plus

accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protective mat and dolly.

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. t50 lb. capacity weight tray.. EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain.

GANG HITCH Iets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers,

carts or other heavy attachments). GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain. For mower decks not so equipped,

MULCH RAKF-JDETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup Twenty spring tine teeth. Useful toprepare bare areas forseeding. Available for front

or rear mounting, HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch into large hopper.. Mounts behind tractor..

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without

changing blades, For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible

mowers.. See MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this manual

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a pickup truck, Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18qnch diameterwater-tight drum holds up to390 Ib& of weight,. Rounded

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

SNOW BLADE for snow removal onty. t 4-inch high, 42-inch wide blade clears 38-inch path when angled left or right Raises, lowers

with side lever, Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper bar. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar

weight..)

SNOWqrHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum4ype auger handles powdery and wet/heavy snow, Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat.. 6-inch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet Lift controlled at tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear

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

tractor battery or other 12-volt source, tncludes booms for automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern.. For applying herbicides, insecti- cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kilF ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-

icers and sand SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves..

TILLER has 5 hp engine and 364nch swath to prepare seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue. Tilfer has its own buiitqn

lift and 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! Optional accessories convert un t for dethatching, aerating, hifling ..without tools..

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction. TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular stee!

frame, ABS plastic top; clear pEasticwindshield offers 360 degree

visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm

and dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun

protector in summer.. Optional accessories include: tinted/

tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard4o-reach places.. VAO/CHtPPER includes a chipper-shredder

WEIGHT B RACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications Uses (1) 55 lb. weight..

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow removal or dozing heavy materials.

"::::': :: :'!!I!'I'!!'I' !I! I ! I'I!'IIL"I II IIL L'!L ILl" , ,!ii !L I I , !

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

Metal

(2) Sheet

Screws

#10-16 x 1/2

(1) Locknut 3/8-24

(1) 2-3/8" Diameter Washer

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Battery acid

Steering

Wheel

Battery

....j

Steering

Boot

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

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

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

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

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

Owner's Manual

Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

Steering Wheel

Adapter

Bushing

Steering (@

Steering

Wheel

Insert

(2) Keys

.... ,

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

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

15° Slope Sheet

_ f

,'......... k

J •

Battery Caps

and instructions

ASSE

i , ii .........:,-,,ll,,irll,_,,i i i1_, _............................

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purpose& 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 are mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel)°

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

o Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

. Cut along lines on carton, from top to bottom, all four

corners of carton and lay panels flat,,

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

(1) 9/16" wrench

Tire pressure gauge

Utility knife

STEERING

WHEEL

ADAPTER

STEERING

SHAFT

POSITION)

STEERING WHEEL

...__jl STEERING

I BUSHING

_.\ SCREW

q ,

HOLE

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

° Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft° o Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash

line up with steering bushing., install two (2) sheet metal screws and tighten securely.,

. Position steering boot over steering shaft.,

• Align tabs of steering boot over slots and hole in dash

and push down to secure.

. Slide steering wheel adapteronto 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 fiat washer and 3/8-24 hex tocknutand

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 PUNCTURETtRES WHERE

TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.,

SLOT

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR 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 (N) position. ° Roll tractor backwards off skid,.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor,

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

................. __ ==

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

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

battery acid are explosive. Read tile instructions included with the

battery vent caps. Always wear gloves,

clothing and goggles to protect your

hands, skin and eyes.

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi _

cient 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 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 batter,] cell acid level. If below the vent wells, add more acid until the

correct level is reached.

While battery is standing (after adding acid) and later, while

battery is being charged, continue with assembly of tracto r,, 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 for1 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 two gallons 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..

CUT AWAY VIEW

VENT

VENT CAP

WELL

BATTERY

CELL ACID LEVEL

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustrnent bolt.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. . Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt..

• Assemble adjustment bolt, lock washerand fiat washer loosely, Do not tighten_

• Tighten shoulder bolt securely,

o 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° 8).

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.,

. Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER BOLT

_FLAT WASHER

ADJUSTMENT BOLT

LOCK WASHER

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor 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.

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 this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

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 tiow 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

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5)

..................... i illll ii

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

rings, etc.

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.

• 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 tractor..

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer and hex nut as

shown.. Tighten securely_

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi-

nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut° Tighten securely..

o Close battery box door..

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

ware)°

° Inspection for corrosion. ° Testing battery.

° Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging o

BATTERY

BOX DOOR

POSITIVE NEGATIVE (RED) CABLE (BLACK) CABLE

LOCK WASHER

FLAT

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL

BOX DOOR

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,.

v' Battery is properly prepared and charged° (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps),

¢' Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely_

¢" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

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

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

¢" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers,

¢" Check wiring.. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped°

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO 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.

¢" Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine_

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition,.

FIG, 4 9

OPEFIATmO

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourselfwiththe locations of various controls and adjustments° Save

this manual for'future reference.

ATTACHMENT IGNITION

LIGHT SWITCH

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL

CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH

LtFT LEVER PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

GEARSHIFT "_ "_\

LEVER

Our 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 you_

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-

ing the tractor and starting the engine. PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position..

MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUST- MENT POSITIONS

PARKING BRAKE

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 starting and stopping 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 a wide

vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

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

release pressurefrom clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold vehicle secure_

STOPPING (See Fig. 7)

MOWER BLADES - ° Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition_

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch/brake pedal intofull "BRAKE" position,.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position,, ENGINE -

= Move throttle control to stow (,,_) position_

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (_) position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire",,

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

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine, NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine run ning, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas°

.... _ i i llll,,nll,,lll,,i

pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- 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 perfor*

mance,

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 7)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever.

' "_L" u,luu,,,,,

= Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.,

• Move gearshift lever to desired position., = Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement,

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS, FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE,

THROTTLE/CHOKE

"BRAKE"

POSITION

CLUTCHfBRAKEPEDAL "DRIVE"POSITION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

T1ON

PARKING BRAKE

"ENGAGED" POSITION

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

GEARSHIFT LEVER

FIG. 7

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 6)

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

• Grasp lift lever_ o Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

position.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed

o The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1t2

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°

OPERATIO

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8)

Your tractor isequipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine runningand the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine,.

o Select desired height of cut° o Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

controt.

° 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

° To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal

° Make all turns slowly

TO TRANSPORT

o Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control..

° When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutral (N) position ° Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood isclosed and secured to tractor_ Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor' (rope, cord, etc).

BEFORE STARTmNG THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 14)

° The engine in yourtractor has been shipped, fromthe

factory, already filled with summer' weight oil. o Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. o Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the

dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If 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 manuat), ° To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual

DISCHARGE GUARD

FIGo8

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down do not drive across any slope,

Choose the slowest speed before starting up ordown hills..

o Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills° o If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower' position_

° If stepping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake_

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have al!owed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movemenL

ADD GASOLINE

= Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon

and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). IMPORTANT: 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

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=

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe oft any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

OPERAON

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, itwill take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

,, Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake° * Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position

° Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. , Move throttle control lever to choke (X) position for

co d eng ne start. For warm eng ne start, move throttle control to fast (,_) position°

° Insert key intoignitionand turn key clockwise to"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 (,_,) position, wait a few minutes and try again°

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

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

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See ''TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual..

• 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 ).

• 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.

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

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

o 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 wel! as the quality of cut desired.

,, When operating attachments, select a ground speed

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

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor.,

, Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance.. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming..

o 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 cutting..

FIG. 9

CUSTOME RESPO L TmES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE__.___, _o_ __

FiLL tN DATES __.#_

AS YOUCOMPLETE __SERvIOkX/_ _4:"z" £,1x_/ ,_._" R"_ ._ 9"_ gG._

REGULAR SERVICE CE DATES

Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure 6#4

T Check for Loose Fasteners _ 6##7

R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 6##'4 ...........

_ Lubiicaiion .................... _ = _

T Check Battery Leve!/Recharge _6 ... 0 Clean Batteryand Terminals _/ . 6/

R CheckTransaxle Cooling 6f

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension _#'s

, ,, Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _/5 ...... ,.......................,_,_,,,,,,,

CheckEng!ne Oi!=Levef .............. _ ........... _ .......................................

Change Engine Oil _ i_!,2,3 _#'

E CIean Air Filter _ . . _#'2

IN Clean Air Screen 64#2 . ..

i G Inspect Muffler/Spark Attester

....................................................... _ .... _ ......... _ , ....... , ........ .... - ...... - ........ -- ...... -.... . _ =- - __

I Replace Oil Filter (tf equipped) _,2

Cha t

N 'Clean Engine Cooling Fins .... [ _#'2

Replace......................................................Spad,. Plug " ....... '........ ' ,' ...... ,'........ :'_ _ ..... ..........

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _#_2 Replace Fuel Filter _/'

t - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

3 - If equipped with oil _ilter, change oil every 50 hours 4 - Replace blades more oflen when mewing in sandy soil

GENERAL RECOMtVlENDATtONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual, Some adjustments will 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 assur'e proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer..

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level ,' Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.. ° Check for loose fasteners

5 - If equipped with adjustable system 6 - Not required if equtpped with maintenance-free battery 7 - Tigh_,en front axle pivot bolt re 35 tt 4bs maximum

Do nor overlighten

LUBRICATION CHART

G SPINDLE ZERK _ SPINDLE ZERK (_)

® ®

BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK

ENGINE(_)

CLUTCH PIVOT(S)

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL ® GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS 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-

14 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nanceo

BRAKE OPERATION

if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted..

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual)..

TIRES

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

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

• 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_ place bent or damaged blades,.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades_

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fiat washer secu ring bladeo

° Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown..

o Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and fiat washer in

exact order as shown..

• Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATEDo

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

Re-

,i .................. i,'r'

ULITUES

BLADE MANDREL

HEXBOLT (GRADE8)*

*A GRADESHEATTREATED BOLTCANBE

IDENTIFIED BYSIXLINES ONTHEBOLTHEAD,

FIG. 10

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine..

• The blade can be sharpened with a file oron 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, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- ancer).

o Slide blade onto 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 not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

ASSEMBLY

TRAILING EDGE

5/8" BOLT

OR PIN

CENTER HOLE

BLADE

FIG. 11

OUSTOME

BATTERY (See Fig. 12)

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

battery with an automotive charger will extend its iifeo . Acid solution level in each battery ceil should be even

with bottoms of vent wells,, Add only distilled or iron free water if necessary Do not overfill

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight. o Keep vent caps tight and smallvent holesin caps 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,.

o Open battery box door.. o Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

= Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of

baking soda to one gallon of water, Be careful not to get

the soda solution into the cells,_

o Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. ° Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

unti! bdght.

= Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual)

CUT AWAY VIEW / VENTCAP

........ WELL

CELL ACID

1_ BATTERY

FIG. 12

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary_ The belts are not

adjustable_ Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

LEVEL

mLMTmES

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or' SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

°F _20 _ 0_ 30" 32 _ 40 "_ 60" 80" 100 =

°c .3oo -2oo..........loo o" .........._o= 2oo 3'o" 4_oo

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG. 13

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, IOW30 etc°) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F, 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 hour's in one year

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level_ TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 13 and 14)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG,

° Be sure tractor is on level surface°

• Oil will drain more freely when warm°

• Catch oil in a suitable containeL

. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick, Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil,.

o Remove drain plug,

o After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

• Refill engine with oif through oil fill dipstick tube, Pour slowly. Do not overfill,, For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual

° Use gauge on oil fillcap/dipstick forchecking level Be

sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick,

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxie free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling,,

FILL

CAP/DIPSTICK

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

16 FIG. 14

' ' i ill ,,ll,,,,,, M II','l"

CUSTOMER

............................ r ii;; ..............................

ESPONS LDT ES

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter, Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season,, Service paper cartridge every 100

hours of operation 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.. o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

° If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.. , Reinstall pre-cteaner over cartridge..

- Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE ,, Remove cartridge nut.

, Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from en-

tering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor.

° Clean cartridge bytapping gently on flat surface.. Ifvery

dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

° Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure

with knob(s)..

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE,. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE., DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE,,

CLEAN AiR SCREEN (See Fig, 16)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers_

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 16)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.,

,, Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing

and dipstick tube assembly off engine,

• Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt.. ° Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly

clean engine cooling fins

° To reassemble, reverse above procedure_

SCREWS

DIPSTICK TUBE

ASSEMBLY

BLOWER HOUSING

SCREWS

AIR SCREEN

SPARK PLUG

COVER KNOB"--'_

ENGINE COOLING FINS

FIG. 16

CARTRIDGE

FIG. 15

+ 39 hidden pages