Craftsman 917259070 Owner’s Manual

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Instruction manual

Please read these instructions

carefully and make sure you

understand them before using this machine.

Safety specifications. Sicherheitsbestimmungen.

Consignes de securite.

2 3 4

Assembly. Zusammenbau.

Montage.

Functional description. Funktionsbeschreibung.

Description du fonctionnement._

Procedure before start. MaBnahmen vor dem Anlassen.

Avant de demarrer.

Driving.

Betrieb. Conduite.

Maintenance, adjustment. Instandhaltung, Einstellung.

Entretien, r_glages.

Fault tracing. StSrungssuche. Recherche des pannes.

Storage. Aufbewahrung.

Rangement.

We reserve the right to changes without prior notice.

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 IN6TRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

1. Safety Rules &

I. Training

Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the ins- tructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

Never mow while people, especially children, or pets ere nearby.

Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for

accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their

property.

• All ddvers should seek and obtain professional and practical instruction. Such instruction should empha-

size:

- the need for care and concentration when working with ride-on machines;

- control of a dde-on machine sliding on a slope will not be regained by the application of the brake.

The main reasons for loss of control are:

a) insufficient wheel grip; b) being ddven too fast;

c) inadequate braking; d) the type of machine is unsuitable for its task; e) lack of awareness of the effect of ground

f) incorrect hitching and load distribution.

II. Preparation

While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when

barefoot or wearing open sandals. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to

be usedand remove all objects which may bethrown by the machine.

WARNING ° Petrol is highly flammable.

- Store fuel in containers specifically designed forthis

- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refu-

- Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove

- If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine

- Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.

Replace faulty silencers. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the

blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

IlL Operation

Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

conditions,especially slopes;

purpose.

eling.

the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

but move the machine away from the area ofspillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol

vapors have dissipated.

Before attemptingto start the engine, disengage all blade

attachment clutches and shift into neutral.

Do not use on slopes of more than 10°.

Remember there is no such thing as a"safe" slope. Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against overturning;

- do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill;

- engage clutch slowly, always keep machine in gear, especially when traveling downhill;

machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns;

stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards;

never mow across the face of the slope, unless the lawnmower is designed for this purpose.

Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.

Use only approved drawbar hitch points. Limit loads to those you can safely control.

- Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.

- Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when sug-

gested in the instruction handbook. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways. Stop the blades from rotating before crossing surfaces

other than grass. When using any attachments, never direct discharge of

material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the machine while in operation.

Never operate the lewnmower with defective guards,

shields or without safety protective devices in place.

Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed

the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed

may increase the hazard of personal injury. Before leaving the operator's position:

- disengage the power take-off and lower the attach- ments;

- change into neutral and set the parking brake;

- stop the engine and remove the key.

Disengage ddve to attachments, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wira(s) or remove the ignition key

- before cleaning blockages or unclogging chute;

- before checking, cleaning or working on the

lawnmower;

- afferstriking aforeignobject. Inspectthelawnmower

for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the equipment;

if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).

Disengage ddve to attachments when transporting or not in use.

Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment

before refueling;

- before removing the grass catcher;

- before making height adjustment unless adjust-

ment can be madefrem the operator's position.

Reduce the throttle setting dudng engine run-out and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, tum the fuel

off at the conclusion of mowing.

IV. Maintenance and Storage

Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside

a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

Allow the engine tocool before storing in any enclosure.

To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,

battery compartment and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deteriora- tion.

Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done

outdoors. On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one

blade can cause other blades to rotate.

When machine is to be parked, stored or left unattended,

lower the cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock is used.

_lL CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

(_ These symbols may appear on your tractor or in the literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L "_ Q_ Q

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW FAST SLOW UGHTS ON UGHTS OFF

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED PARKING BRAKE BATTERY

CLUTCH CHOKE FUEL OIL PRESSURE DIFFEREN'RAL LOCK REVERSE FORWARD

IGNI'IION A'I-rACHMENT ATTACHMENT CAUTION MOWER HEIGHT BEWARE OF

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED THROWN OBJECTS

_ These symbols may appear on your tractor or in the literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

NO OPERATION KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY READ OWNERS MANUAL EUROPEAN MACHINERY WARNING

ON SLOPES MORE THAN 10_ DIRECTIVE FOR SAFETY

MOWER LIFT DANGER, _KEEPHANDS=AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT BAGGER ON DEFLECTOR

_.._ N_O [_ FLUSH EYES

SHIELD I I IMMEDIATELY WITH EYES. I I SULFURIC ACID WATER. GET

EXPLOSIVE GASES I .SPARKS I CANCAUSE HELP FAST.

CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS ,FLAMES BLINDNESS OR OR INJURY, I ,SMOKING I SEVERE BURNS.

RECYCLE

Mfg. by/I

EPM Products

Baltimore, MD 21226

MADE IN U.S.A.

2. Assembly.

_)Before can certain parts must be as-

the tractor be used

sembled, which for transportation reasons are enclosed in

the packing. The picture shows which parts must be as- sembled.

STEERING WHEEL

Mount extension shaft (1). Tighten securely. Mount the mainshaftcover. Make sure thatthe guide tabs

in the cover fit the cover in respective hotes.

Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft. Check that the front wheels are aligned forward and place the wheel on the

hub.

• Assemble large flat washers, Iockwaeher and 3/8 hex

bolt. Tighten securely.

• Snap insert into center of steering wheel.

1. EXTENSION SHAFT

(_ Seat

Remove the hardware securing seat to the cardboard pack* ingand setthe hardware aside for assembly of seat to tractor.

Pivot seat upward and remove from cardboard packing.

Remove the cardboard packing and discard. The seat is ad ustable for individual setting in relation to the

clutch and brake peda. Fod up the ho der for the seat and fit the barrel screw (1).

_)Set the seat to the correct position by moving it forwards or

backwards. Tighten the adjustment bolt securely (2).

(_)Den Sitz vor- oder zurOckschieben, bis die richtige Sitz-

stellung erhalten wird, Die Einstellschraube anziehen (2).

NOTE!

Check that the flex iscorrectly connected to the safety switch (3) on the seat holder.

_ NOTE: If battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label, charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

WARNING: Before installing battery remove metal brace- lets,wrist watch bands, rings,etc. fromyour person. Touching

these items to battery could result in bums. Open doors over battery poles, remove terminal portective

caps and discard. Connect the red cable to (+) and then the

black earth cable to (-). Screw tight the cables. Grease the battery poles with vaseline to prevent corrosion.

0 InstalIMulcherPlate

Raise deflector shield (t) and place muicher plate over

opening. Hook front and rear latches into mower deck (2).

CAUTION; Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Allow deflector shield to rest on mulcher plate while in use.

Convert to bagging or discharging

Remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass

catcher.

Note: It is not necessary to change blades, The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also,

3. Functional description.

_-_ Positioning of controls

1. Light Switch.

2. Throttle Control.

3. Brake and clutch pedal.

4. Gear Shift Lever,

5. Connection/disconnection of the cutting unit.

6. Quick lifting/lower of the cutting unit. 7, Ignition lock.

8. Parking Brake.

9. Choke Contrct

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