Sears 917.25147 User Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.251470 OWNER'SMANUAL

• Assembly
=Operation

• Customer Responsibilities
oService and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

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

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 instructions inthe manual
and on the machine before starting,

Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with me
instructions, to operate the machine.

Clear the area of objects such as rOCKS toys wire etc.
which could be picked up ann thrown oy the blade,

Be sure the area is clear ofother eeoole 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 anG while backing
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not eolnt

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

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

blades, set parking brak_/stoe engine, al"_ remove Keys

before dismounting.
Turn off blades when not mowing.
Stop engine before removing grass catcner or unclogging

chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial lignt

,, Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roaaways.

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

II, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor "elated to toss-of-control ann
tipover accident,, which can result in severe injury or seam.

All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back uo me
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 terrair could

overturn the machine. Tafl grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear _a that you will net have
to stop or shift while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommenaations for wheel
weights or counterweights to _mprove s[ao_l_ty

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attacnmems
These can change the stability of the macnme

Keep all movement on the sfc Des stow ann graou_ Do not

make sudden changes in speea or o_receon
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope f tires lose traction

disengage the blades and oroceea s_ow_ysrratghtdown me
slope.

DO NOT:

Do not turn on slopes unless necessar_, annmen. turn SlOWly

and gradually downhill, if possible

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or emuanKmems The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge
of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves _r

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

Do not try to stabilize the machine b_.3using your foot on the

ground.

Do not use grass catcher on s_eee sic ses

ill. 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 will remain where you last saw them.

Keeo children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

;are of anomer responsible adult.

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

children.

Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

njured or interfere with sate machine operauon.

Never a! ow children to operate the machine.
Use extra care t,,nen approaching blind corners, shrubs.

trees, or other o_.ects that may obscure vision.

iV. SERVICE

Use extra care _nnanaHng gasoline and other fuels. The are

flammable and vapors are exeloslve.

Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cad or and fuel witt" the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the mscn_ne indoors.
Never store the m_cn_ne or fuel container inside wnere

there is an penn flame such as a water heater.

Never run a machine inside a c!osed area.
Keep nuts and DOltS.especially blade attachment bolts, t_gnt

anc_Keep eou_omen[ _ngooa c Dnd_hon
Never _amper w_tr safet, 3ewces. Check tnelr proper

operation regu_any.

Keep machine free of grass eaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean oil or rue spillage Allow machine to cool before
stonng.

Stop and respect the equipment if you strike an object

Repair, if necessary, betore restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

Grass catcher components are subject to wear. damage, and

deterioration, which coulo expose mowng parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Freaueetly check components and

reelace with manufacturer's recommended Darts. when nec-

essary.

Mower biases are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade,s or

wear g__ves ann use extra caution when servicing them

Check brake operation freouently Adjust and service as

reau_rea

Look for this symbol to point out im-
portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS iNVOLVED.

d place wire where it cannot contact

plug in order to prevent accidental

_ staring when setting up, transporting,

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A WARNING

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

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

CONGRATULATIONS on your eurcnase of a Sears
Tractor, It has been designed, eng neered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

eerformance.

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

Service Center/Department. We have competent, well-
trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this trac[or.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions wil

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor propeny.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"

MODEL
NUMBER 917.251470

SERIAL

NUMBER
DATEOFPURCHASE

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ON A PLATE UHDER THE SEAT.
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DATE OFPURCHASEANDKEEPINASAFEPLACE
FORFUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is availab]e on this orod-
uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.
Foliow a regular schedule in maintaining, canng for and

using your tractor.
Follow the instructions under "Customer Resoonsibili-

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

PRODUCT SPECIFiCATiONS

HORSEPOWER: 20.0
GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR
OIL TYPE tAPI-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

GAP: .030'

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004" - .006"

EXHAUST: .007" - .009"

GROUND SPEED (MPH/: FORWARD:

ls! 1.1
2no 1.4
3rd 2.3

4th 3.5

5th 4.4

5.7

REVE'RSE: !.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14PSI

REAR: t0 PSt

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY AMP/HR 30

WIN CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS.

WARNING: This trac[or is eauiDoea with an internal

combustion engine ana should not De usea on or near any

un_mprovea forest-coverea brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine s exnaus[ system ts eauiDpea
wnn a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any). If a spark arrester is dsea, t should be malmalned
in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law
tSection 4442 of the California Public Resources Code

Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A suark arrester for the muffler is available

througn your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/
Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RiDiNG EQUIPMENT

For two {2) years from the aate of ourcnase if this Craftsman Riding Equipment _smalmainea Jbncated and tuned ue according [o

the instructions in the owner's manual Sears will reea_r or reolace, free of cnarge, any 9arts found to be defective in material or
workmanship.

This Warrant, does not cover:

[ ffo,laaoJe I[ems which become worn during _rmal use sucn as blaae_ spark p=ugs air c;eaners 3elts. e[c
Tire replacemen[ or repair causee oy punctures from outside objoc[e such as naris, morns szumps, or g ass

* Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the f_{[lure to maintain the
equipment according to the instructions contained inthe owner's manual

Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.

IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT tS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30 DAYS
FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE
DATE OF PURCHASE. WARRANTY SERVICE tS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO YOUR
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS FROM

THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS

PRODUCT IS fN THE UNITED STATES

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other nghts which may vary from state to state.

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

iNDEX

A

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

Adjustments:

Brake ........................................... 22

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

'V1L,- g

Front-To-Back ........................ 21

Side-To-Side .......................... 21

Throttle Control Cabie ................. 24

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

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

Assembly ........................................... 7-g

B

Battery:

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

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

Starting with Weak Battery .......... 23

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

Terminals ............................ "

Belts:

Motion Drive

Removel/Reelacement ........... 22

Mower Blade Drive

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

Blade:

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

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

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

C

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

Controls Tractor ................................ ""

Customer Resoonsibilities ............. 15-19

Engine

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

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

Battery .............................. "

_.oolng Fins, Eeg ne ............... 18

Engine Oi! ............................. "

Fuel Filter 19

Spark Plugs .......................... - g

Tractor:

Blades ............................... 16

Lubrication Chart t5

Maintenance Schedule ....... 15

Tire Care 2 16.23

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

E

Electrical

Interlocks and Relays ........... 24

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

Ninng Diagram ........................ 30

Engine

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

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

Cooling Fins, Engine ................. 18

Oil Change 17

Oil Leve ................................. 13.17

O Type ...................................... 17

Preearauon ................................. 13

Repair Parts ........................... 48-53

Starting ........................................ 1,_

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

Filters:

Air ................................................ 18

Fuel ............................................. 19

Fuel:

Type ....................................... 13

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

Fuse ............................................. 24

Gauge Wheels ..................................... 9

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

Leveling Mower Deck ......................... 21

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

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

Mower:

Adjustment =rent-to-Back .......... 2t

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

Blade Shareenmg 16

Blade qeolacemen] ................ 16

Cutting He,gin 17

nsra_la[Eo_ 20

Ooera[_on ............................. 13

Remova ......................... 20

Mowing Ties _a

Muffler ........................ 19

Spark Arrester ........................ 3.40

Mulche _ Plate .................................... 9

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ....... !3 "-"

Engine .............................. "

3toraue ............................. 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

Or_erat=on ...................................... ! O-14

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

OPtions:

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

Seark Arrester ........................ 3.40

P

Parking Brake .............................. 11-12

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

Parts. Reolacement/Repair ........... 30-47

Product Seecfficatiens ........................... 3

F

Repair PaRs ................................. 30-47

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

Seal ...................................................... 8

Service and Adjustments .............. 20-25

Brake ........................................ 22

G

H

L

M

O

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

Fuse ........................................... 24

Hood Removal/lnstaltation ........ 24

wu,lu, Drive Bell

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

Mower Blade Drive Bell

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

Mower Adjustment:

Front-to-Back ......................... 21

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

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

Mo_ _rRemoval ......................... 20

Tire Care ............................. 9.16.23

SloPe Guide Sheet ........................ 55

Spark Plugs ...................................... 19

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

Starting the Engine .................... 13-14

Steering Wheel ................................ 7.23

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

t_torage ................................... 26

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..... 24

Tires ...................................... £ 1623

Trouble Shooting Chart .................. 27-28

Transaxle Rec air Parts ................ 46-47

Warram. .......................................... 3

Wrong Diagram ................................. 30

Wiring Schema1 c ..................... 29

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail 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

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

y'ou. This list was current at the time of Ouellcatlon: nowever it may change infuture years - more attachments ma, be addeo, changes
may be made in these attachments, or some may no hr?ger be available or fit your model. Cont "* ;,our qearest Sears _ '^" 'he

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attacnments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits +,hosethat do are indicated and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growln for a healthy lawn TaDered

2,5-inch steel SelKeS mourned on 10-inch diameter discs puncture

holes in soft at close intervals to let moisture soak m Steel weight tray

for increased oenetratlon

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available olus accesso-

nes sucn as side oanel kits, tool caday, can cover erotecuve mat ans

dolly.
CORING AERATOR takes smelt elugs out of soil to a_low moisture

and nutrier_s to reaen grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24 hardened stee_
conng tips 150 lb. capacity weight tray

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel e_ades teat angle from t0 to

20 degrees 40 _nches wide. Can hook 2 umts n tandem. [Reauwes

sleeve niter

DOZER BLADE removes snow: grades air sand and gravel 48

nches wtde 17 inches hig h clears 44-inch paT wnen angled. Master
lift control lever for ooeraror ease. Spring trip for snow removal on
uneven pavement: built-in float for blade to follow ground contour.

Reversible reelaceabte scraeer bar. (Usewtthtirechamsandwheel
weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.
FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalDing" on uneven rerra=n.

GANG HITCH lets you to',_ 2 or 3 eulFben_na attacnmems al

once SUch as sweeDers, dethatchers aerators (not for use with

roliers ears or otner neavy attachments
MULCH RAKE!DETHATCHER oosens so and flies tna_cn and
matted _eaves to _awn sudace for easy p_cKup Twenty spring tine

teetn Useful to predate bare areas for seeding Available for front dr
rear mouncng. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING

TINE DETHATCH ER covers 36dnch wide cam and tosses rnatcn into

large hopeer Mounts behind tractor.
PLOW turns soil 6 ncnes aeee. cuts lO-inch furrow. Crank adjust-

ment controls depth, 3-position yoKe sets w_dtn, tlea_, steel lanuslae

for straight furrowing tReauRes s_eeve mtcn,

RAMP TOPS AND FEET _et you oaa and unload tractor from a
DICKUD[tUCK use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber.

REAR GRADER BLADE is 42 Inches wide and oeerated from drwer's

seat, Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for grading.

Reverses for pusntng snow backwards rRegu.'es sleeve h_tch
ROLLERforsmootherlawnsurfac_ 36-mchw=de 18qnchdEamete[

water-t_gm drum no_as JD tO 390 Ibs _f weight Rounded edges
Drevent harm to turt Adjustable scrader automatLcalij cleans arum.

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR _ 43 inches NiCe Prepares ground for
seeding, neles weed control. Steel frame holds 5 adjus[aele sweess
Adjusts vertically, honzontall, (Reouires sleeve h_tch Optional
accessory: steel furrow opener Ior w}aer openings for potatoes

corn and other deee-seeaea croes
SLEEVE HITCH for use with master lift system. Singte ptn couples/

uncouples
SNOWTHROWER has 42-inch swath Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet/heav,'snow. Mounts eastly with simple pin arrange-
meT. Discharge cnute adjusts from tractor seat. 6-inch diameter
SCOUtatscnarges snow 10 to 50 feet dft controlled at tractor seat

use wnn cnams and wheel weEghts and/or rear drawbar weigm

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor
ca[tery or other 12-volt source nc_udes dooms for automatic

spraying aria nard held wand for sect seraymg. Wand has ac.ustable
spray ¢ _ttern Cor aDDly_ng nerelclaes lnsectlclaes, fungicides and

ueuid fertilizers.
SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing and weed killing

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

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves,
TILLER has 8 hp engme [o prepare seed Beds. culrwate, and compost

garaen resJaue. Chain-drive transmission. Six 11-inch diameter one

3_eee heat-treated steel tines, Tills 30aneh BUtt" fReau_res steeve
mtclq Or use 5 hEtow-behind TILLER with 36-inch swath to orecare

seed eeas cumvate and compost garden residue Tiller has _ts own

:)uittdn lift and deem control system and does NOT require a steeve

- ton =its any _wn, yard or garden tractor Simply nOOK ue tO the
_ractor nrawear end go Optiona_ accessories for 5 hc t{_ter conveR

unit for dethatohm ], aerating, niiHng without tools

TiRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cress _nK_

give smoom ride outstanumg tracsor

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty wny_ fabnc over tubular steel frame
ABS elastic to[): c_ear o_ast_c wlnasn_e_J offers 360 degree ws_ou

rllngea metat doors WIT catce ReeDs operator warm and dry
Remove wny_ s_ae_ and w_nosn_elas [or use as sun oroteczor -

summer. Optional accessories include: tlnteditem#erea sofia
safety g_ass t_,masn_e_dwttn nana oderatea N_eer 12-volt ameer
caution light for mounting on CaD rOD

VACS for oowerfut collection of near, grass c_{pp_ngs and ea yes
Oetiona lwand attachment to 91OKgC dec rIs _nnard-to-reacn DidOeS

VAC/CHIPPER mcluaes a cr nner-snredaer.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal aeol_cat_ons Can

De mounted on front of tractor for DIOW_R] aeDIICaSons dses It 55

[D. wel gel
WHEEL WEIGHTS fol rear whee :_[)rowae rleeae_ traction for :_now

remowu or Oozing nervy m_}[erl;lis

MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1JShoulder'Bolt 5/16-18 _1 HexBolt 1'2-13xi

1_ Lock Washer 1/2

/

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

f

)

Steering

Wheel Video

Manual Parts Bag

Cassette

{llWasher 17/32xl-3/16x12Gauge

(3) Retainer Spnngs (doub]e loop)

(4) Retainer Sonngs tsmg e tooot

_2)Hex Bolts 1 4-20 x 3/4 2} Hex Nuts t/4-20

Parts bag contents not shown full size

,%

Steering
Wheel

Insert

2 Frollt Lnk Assemblies

Steering

Sleeve

!2) Keys

2 Lock Washers i/z[ _,_

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

Slope Sheet

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those Darts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all 0arts 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 eas_er. Standard
wrench sizes are listed,

(2) 7/16 wrencnes Utility knife
(1) 1/2 wrencn Tire Ùressuregauge

When rlgnl or left nana _s memlonea * this manua_ [
means when you are in the operating Position (seated
behind me steenng wneeu.

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

Remove all accessible 1Dose oars ana OaRScanons
from carton (See page 6).

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

Check for any additional _oose pars or cartons and
remove.

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_._.._LOCKNUT

f STEERING

-_-_-_'IWHEE L

WHEELINSERT

STEER,NG

LARGE FLAT

/"AShZR

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

Remove Iocknut ana large fiat washer from steenng
shaft.

Position front wheels of the tractor so they are polm_ng
straight forward.

Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft
Position steenng wheel so cross bars are horizonta

deft to right) and slide onto adapter.
Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with Iocknut

and large flat washer oreviously removeD. Tighten
securely.

SnaD steering wheeI nsen mo center of steering
wheel.

Remove orotectlve DlaStiC from tractor hood and gem

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

N SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR
S TO ROLL OFF 3KtD.

TO RO LLTRACTOR OFF SKID {See Operation
section for location and function of controls)

Press ft Iever 31unger and raise attachment liftlever to
its hignest oosmor

Release parKing DraKe by aepress_ng clutch/brake
pedal.

Place gearshift lever in neutra fN/ DOShoe.
Rc tractor backwards off skid.

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FIG. 1

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-
nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch
bends, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected
first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding,

Lift hood _o ra_sea DOSe[on
ODen terminal access doors, remove termlna 3rotec-

[ive CaDS and DiscarD,

If this battery sour into service after monm and year
indicated on labe labe ecated between terminals

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

First connect RED Darter, :aeie to 3ositive (+) battery

term qat with hex bolt. flat washer, lock washer and Rex

nut as ShOWn Tighten securely.

Connect BLACK grounding caole to negatwe (-) bat-
rer, terminal With rema_nm _ nex Do flat washer loc_
washer ana nex nu_. Tighten securely.

Close terminal access doors

use termlna access doors for:

nsoeciton fol secure connecuons (to tlgnteF narD

ware).

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ASSEMBLY

Inspection for corrosion.

Testing battery.

Jumping (if required),
Periodic charging,

HEX NUT

DISCARD TERMINAL
PROTECTIVE CAPS

TERMINAL

ACCESS
DOOR

LOCK
WASHER

(BLACK)
CABLE

FLAT

WASHER

/ HEX

POSITIVE

(RED)

CABLE

BOLT

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.
Place seat on seat oan ana assemble shoulder bolt,

Assemble aQjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer
loosely. Do not tighten.

Tighten shoulder bolt secure y.
Lowe. ,_eat q[o operatl% Jos_',on and sit on seat.

Slide seat until acomfortable position is reached which
allows you to Dress clutch/brake pedal all the way

aown.
Get off seat without moving ts adjusted oosition.

Raise seat and hghten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEATPAN

SHOULDER _

BOLT

\

FLAT WASHER

/ ...

ADJUSTMENT bLOCK WASHER

BOLT

FIG. 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for
shipping eureoses Correct tire oressure s mportant for
best cutting Derformance.

Reduce tire 3ressure [o PS snown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" or page 3 of this manual

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afte- y3u learn how to operate vour tractor check to see
_na[ the DraKe s properly :_dJJs_ea, See 'q-O ADJUST
BRAKE" ntne Service anu Adjustments secuon of m_s

manua

8

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 4 and 5)

Be sure tractor is on leve_surface and mower suspension

arms are ralsea with attachment lift control, Engage parK-
mg DraKe.

Cut and remove ties secunng anti-sway bar and belts,
Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck,

Slide mower under tractor with discharge guara [o r gm

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN
ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES INSTALL BELT INTO

ENGINE =ULLEY GROOVE.

Install one front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower
:)racket and C.R. from suspension DracKeL Reta 3WIl[n

[we single loop retainer springs as snown.

Install second front link in R.H. front susoension bracket

and retain with single _OOOreta=ner spring as snown.
Slide right side of mower back and install link in top hole

of R.H. front mower bracket. Retain with s_ngle loop
retainer spring as snown.

Turn heigm aajustment KnOBcoumerclocKw_se until it

StODS.

Lower mower linKage with attachment lift control

SUSPENSION
ARMS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPalNG
(Outward pointing

DOUBLE LOOP deck pins)
RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS
BRA(J;_c

\

\

\

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Place the suspension arms on outward pointing BeCK
pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to
align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms.
Retain with double loop retainer springs.

Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

Install clutch rod in clutch lever. Secure with retainer

spnng.
Turn nelgm aajustment knob clockwise _o remove

slack from mower susoenslor
Raise deck to highest eosition.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS
For best cuttin_ resu_s, mower snoula Deproperly eveneD.

See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PRC2ER POSITION OF ALL
BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower
arwe. ana mower blade anve belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are

"outed correct y.

CLUTCH FRONT
LEVER LINKS

ROD SPRING

/

RETAINE_

FRONT
SUSPENSION

/ BRACKETS

/.

/

/

.- /

/

ENGINE

/

/

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

FIG. 4

, _, _ SINGLE

LOOP RETAINER
SPRINGS

_"_"-._ FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

/

/

IDLER

PULLEY

_GUARD

DISCHARGE

9

ASSEMBLY

J"CHECKLIS T

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR. WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THEBESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

¢" All assembly _nstruct_ons have been completed.

,/ No remain ng loose 3arts in carton

/ Battery ts properly prepared and chargea. {Minimum

hour at 6 amDs).

,z Seat is adjusted comfortably and hghtened securely.
v" All tires are properly inflated. {For shipping purposes.

the tires were overinflated at the factory h

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled slde-to-slae/

front-to-rear for best cutting results, tTires must De
properly inflated for leveling).

,/ Checkmoweranaanvebelts. Besuretheyarerouteu

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

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

and wires are properly clampea.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR. PAY
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at oroper teve
,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar w th all controls - their location ana

function. C _erate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system _sin safe operating condition.

10

OPERATION

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

t

l::3A ,

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL

MOWER LIFT

CHOKE MOWER HE'IGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

L

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

4YDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hyaro Models on y)

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m

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrations with yDurtractor to familiarize yourself with the locations Dfvarious controls and adjustments. Save
this manual for future reference.

THROTI'LE
CONTROL

CLUTCH/

BRAKE

PEDAL

AMMETER IGNITION

SWITCH

THROTTLE

CONTROL_,

LIGHT

SWITCH

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH LEVER

PARKING DRAKE

HEIGHT

KNOB

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

Our (ractors conform to the safet, standards of _neAmerican National S_andards Inst![ute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: usea [o eng_ge the
mower blades or other attachments moumea to your

trac[or.
UGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on aria off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: useu [o control engine soeee.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeclutchlng ana oraK.
ing the tractor and starhng rne eng=ne

PARKING BRAKE: LOCKSclutch/brake 9eaa mo me
DraKe position.

CHOKECONTROL - Usea when starting a cold engtne.

FiG, 5

GEAR SHIFT LEVER • Selects the soeea aria alrecuon of
the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LiFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the
mower deck or other attachments mounted to your trac[or.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to reIease attachment lift

ever wnen changing [s position.

IGNIT!ON SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping tne
eng ne

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: usect [o aajust tne mower
cutting height.

AMMETER: Indicates hattery charging (4-)or discharging

(-)

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PERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into_

_u_ _ resultinsevereeyedamage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while-operating your I

tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend awide vision safe_ mask

_andard safety glass?.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

Your tractor is equipced with an operator presence sensing
switcn. When engine is running, any a[[emp[ cy the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

crake wilt shut off the engine.

Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE position

and hold.
Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

"emaln in "BRAKE" uosition. Make sure parking crake

will hold tractor secure.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL /

"_ / POSITION

'BRAKE"

POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
PEDAL "DRIVE" KNOB

POSITION

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-
sition.

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into futI "BRAKE" position.
, Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.

ENGINE -

. Move throttle control to slow ("gl,) position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (=gk.)

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

Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.
Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing
idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,
always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

"ENGAGED" POSITION

PARKING BRAKE
"ENGAGED"

POSITION

./

/

/" GEARSHIFT

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

FIG.6

"DISENGAGED"

LEVER

I _ p_edab(_ve, beforeleav-

_ ingthe o_ , J,_,'_ position; to empty

_r, etc. ....

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Always operate engine ot full throttle.

Operating engine at tess than full throttle reduces the
battery charging rate.

Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-
mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a co_e engine.
Do not use to start a warm engine.

To engage choke control, pu! knob out. Slowly push
knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 6)

The direction and soeed of movement _scontrolled by me
gearshift _ever.

Start tractor wnth clutch/brake peoal depressed and
gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired position.
Slowly release clutc, ,,,J__e 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.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 6)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-
ment knob in desired direction.

Turn knob clockwise (/'-_) to raise cutting height.
Turn knob counterclockwise (_) to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately 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.

The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2
inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

'during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desired heighL

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OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-
ing switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat

with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged
will shut off the engine.

Select desired height of cut.
Lower mower with attachment lift control.

Start mower btades ...... drag attachment clutch

centre

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment
clutch control.

CAUTmON: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,

on mower., so equipped, or the dis-

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER DISENGAGED "ENGAGED"

POSITION _ POSITION ATTACHMENT

/ J HIGH POSITION

LIFT LEVER

LOW

"_ POSITION

DISCHARGE
GUARD

FIG. 7

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

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

do not drive across any slope.

Choose the slowest seeed before starting up or down
qiIIs

Avoid stopp_ng or changing speed on n_Hs

f slowing s necessary, move [nro[ue control ever to

slower DOSltlon

If stopping Is absolutely necessary, pusn clutcn/oraKe
3edal quickly to DraKe POSItIon an(] engage parking

DraKe,

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

movement,

To restart movement, slowly release parking brake anc
clutch/brake Dead

Make all turns siow_y.

TO TRANSPORT

Raise attachment ift to nighest Dos_tIon with attach-
ment lift control.

When pushing or towing your tractor. Desure gearshift
lever is _nneutral NI oos tlon.

Do not Bush or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect need from damage when transporting
your tractor on atruckor a trailer. Besure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood
[o tractor trope, core etc.,

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

The engine =nyour tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ulpstick: wtpe oil oft.
Reinsert the diestick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on
thetube, Donotthreadthecauontothetube, Remove

ano read oil love I necessary, add oil until "FULL"

mark on dipstick s reacneu. Do not overfill.

For cola weather oeerat=on you should change oil for
easier starting _See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the
Customer Resoonsibilities section of this manual).

To change eng "_eo=I.see the Customer Responsibili-
ties section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded
gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deuosits
anc reduce vawe if_. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase rue - JJant_t_esthat can be used within 3:;
days to assure fue fresnness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING ",,ITEMPERATURES
BELOW32"F(0°C/ JSEFRESH CLEANW NTERGRADE

3ASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING
WARNING: Exaenence qatcates that alcohol blended
fuels coiled gasono_ or using etnanc or methane) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an eng De while tn storage. To avoid engine
oroblems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or onger. Drain the gas tank. start the
eng ne and iet it run utah the rue lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-
uons for auud_ona nformation. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner Droducts In the fuel tank or oermanent

oamage may occur.

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

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

the tank to the engine

Deoress clutch/brake pedal and sel parking Drake,
Place gearshift lever n neutral IN) positior

Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" oosition.
Pull choke contro_ out to choke ,,_ ) position for cold

engine start. For warm engine star ao not use ChOKe
control.

Move throttle control to midway between fast (.t_) ana

slow [ _ ) Positions,

qsert Key _nzoLgnitionand turn key c ockwise to"START"

position and release Key as soon as engine starts. Do
not run starter continuously for more than fifteen

seconas per minute. If engine aoes no1 star[ after
severa attempts, move throttle control to fast (,_)

3osition. wait a few munutes ana try again

When engine starts, slowly push choke control in.

Move throttle control to fast ,_) position.

Allow eng ne to warm UD for a few minutes before
engaging drive or attachments.

NOTE: if at a high altitude [auove 3000 feet 3r in cold

temperatures [below 32°F), [ne carburetor rue m_xture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See
"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service ana Adjust-
ments section of this manual.

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.
Drive so that clippings are dischar_._a OhLOthe area

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

machine. This wil result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.
When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that c!in,3ings will discnarge away from shrubs.
fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

n the opposite direction making left hand turns unt

finished (See Fig. 8/,

if grass _sextremely tal!. _tshould be mowed twice to
reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-
pings. Make first cut relatively nrgh: the second to the
desired height,

Do not mow grass when it s wet. Wet grass will Plug
mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

ary before mowing.
Alwa/s operate engEne at full throttle when mowing to

assu_'e better mowing performance and proper dis-
cnarge of material Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a tow enougn gear to gwe the mower cutting
oerformance as we as me qaaHry of cut desired.

When operating aTmcnmems, select a arouna sueea
that will su_t the uJrannand gwe best performance of
the attachment Demg usea.

f .-.,

/

FiG. 8

15

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULARSERVICE

CheckBrakeOperation _#'
CheckTire Pressure _#4
Checkfor LooseFasteners

Sharpen/ReplaceMowerBladcs
LubricationChart

CheckBatteryLevel/Recharge
CleanBatteryandTerminals

CheckTransaxleCooling
Adjust BladeBelt(s)Tension

Adjust MotionDriveBelt(s) Tension

CheckEngineOitLevel

Change Engine Oil

CleanAir Filter
CleanAir Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
Replace OilF{Iter(If equipped)

CleanEngineCoolingFins
ReplaceSparkPlug

Replace AirFilterPaper Cartridge

ReplaceFuelFilter

* Change mor_ oflen when c 3erat_ng u_oer a rte_w ioa{3 or Enrf_(jt_ amDlel_[ [erPPeta[urBs,

2 - Se_ice more oftel3 when oDer_ln{J in{31r_ or Gusl_ con(_[ions
3 - tf e(]u_p#ed with oil rifler, cnange otl eve_ 50 hours.
4 - RePlace blades more often when mowing in SaRQy SO

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5 - If eaulapea wltn aa_ustaDle system.
6 - Not reauired if eaufoDed with maintenance-free battery

7 - Tigllten Iront axle Divot bolt to 35 fl.qbs, maximum

Co not overt _n[ert.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on tn_stractor does not cover items that have

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

tractor as instructed _nthis mar-ua=.

Some adjustments Nm qeeo _o be maae periodically to
properly maintain /our tractor

All ad Jstments qthe Service and Ad.ustments section of
tnts manuat snoulo De cnecKea at least once each season.

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or reotace a_r filter and check blades ana Dells for (_)ATTAC

wear. A new sParK p_ug ana clear atr filter assure CLUTCH
proper air4uel mixture and help your engine run better PtVOTtS!

aria astlonger.

BEFORE EACH USE

Check englne oil level.
Check brake operauon

Check tire pressure.
Check for loose fasteners

(_) SPINDLE ZERK---_ _ ]-_ SPINDLE ZERK (:_

®FRONT======================================= RONTWBEE ®

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL
(_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
(_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE _IVOT PC NTS

NHtCH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBR
CANTS WiLL ATTRACT DUST AND 31RT THAT WILL SHORTEN
THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS _ YOU
FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY. POW-

1_ DERED GR_,PHITE TYPF LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

LUBRICATION CHART

BEARING ZERK _-'_. " _. [ .-_ BEARING ZERK

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PIVOTS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-
nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

Iftractor requires more than s_x _3)feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear. then brake must be adjus[eo.

See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" n The Service and AdjusT-

_nentssection of this manual,.

TIRES

Maintain proper air pressure in al t_res See "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manuau.

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil. or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.
Avoid stumps, stones, aeep ruts. shard oBJeCTSaria

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kent snarp Re-
oJace bent or damageu Dlaaes

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 9)

Raise mower To highest position to allow access To
blades.

Remove hex bolt. _ockwasher ant flat washer securing
blade.

nstall new or resnarpenea Diane w_[n(ramng eage up

towams aeoK as shown

Reassemble hex bolt. lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.
Tighten bolt securely [30-35 Ft. Lbs. Torque).

IM.'?qTANT: BLADE BCL- '" GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.
NOTE: Wede net recommend sharpening blade- but ifyou

do. be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE

\

TRAILING EDGE

FLAT WASHER ._

LOCK WASHER ,.....

HEX BOLT

(GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 9

/

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 10)

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

tua! damage to mower and engine.

The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding
wheel, Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter
steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer, (When using a cone
balancer follow me instructions suppl_ed w_th bal-
ancen.

Slide blade on to an unthreaded 3oilion of the steel bolt
or D_naria no d the bolt or pin parallel with the grouna

If blade is Dalancea. it should remain _n a horizontal
nosition. If e_tner end of the blade moves downwara

snarpen tee neavy end unti Tne Blade is balaneeu.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of
the center hole may appear to be centered, but are net.

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT
OR PIN _ /

FIG. 10

BLADE

/-

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However. periodic charging of the
battery with an automotwe charger will extend its life.

Keep battery and terminals clean.
Keep Battery oo_tst_gm

Keep smal ent noles open
Recharge at 6-10 amperes for " hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion ana air on tee pottery arc] terminals can cause

me Battery to "leak" Bower.

Remove terminal ] Jaro.
Disconnect BLACK batter, ;aBle first Teen RED Dab

tory cap_e ann remove battery from tractor
Rinse the battery w_TnGlarewater and dry
Clean terminals and Do[Torycable ends with wire brush

until Dngnt.
Coat terminals with grease or oetroleum jel y.
Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

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