Sears 917.254710 User Manual
OWNERS
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917,254710
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules
And Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
CRnFTSMRN
YT 14 TWIN CYLINDER
5 SPEED - 38" MOWER
YARD TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair and Adjustment
• Repair Parts
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S'e_ars, Roebuck and Coo, Chicago, IL 60684 U 5 A.
SAFETY RULES
1 Know the controls and how to stop quickly READ THiS
OPERA TOR'S MANUAL and instructions furnished with
attachments.
2_ Do not allow children to operate the machine. Do not allow
adults to operate it without proper instruction.
3 Do not carrypassengers Do not mow when children end
others are around.
4. Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear loose fit-
ling clothing that coutd get caught in moving parts,
5 Keep your eyes end mind on Four tractor, mower end the
area being cut. Do not let other interests distract you
6 Do not attempt to operate Your tractor or mower when
not in the drivers seat.
7, Always get on or off your traetor from the operator'o feft
hand side,
El Clear the work area of objects {wire. rocks, eta ) which
might be picked up and thrown.
9. Disengage all attachment clutches before attempting to
start the engine.
i 0 Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine
before leaving the oparator'o position,
I I Disengage power to mower, stop the engine and discon-
nect spark plug wire{s) from spark plugis) before clean-
m •
• g makmg an adjustment or repair Be careful to avoid
touching hot muffler or engine components_
I 2o Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not
in use,
13 Take aU possible precautions when leaving the vehicle un.
attended. Disengage the power.take*bit, lower the at-
tachments, shift into neutral, set the perking brake, stop
the engine and remove the key,
74, Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or
downhill. Mow up and down the face of slopes {not
greater than 15=l; never across the face Refer to page 5 t
75., Reduce speed an slopes and make turns gradually to pro.
vent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
76 While going up or down slopes, place Gear Shift Control
Lever in 1st gear position tO negotiate the slope without
stopping,
f 7., Never mow in wet or slippery grass, when traction is un,,
sure or at a speed which could cause a skid.
78 Stay alert for hotas in the tarrain and ether hiddan hazards
Keep away from drop.otis,
19 Do nor drive too close to creeks, ditches and public
highways,
20 Exercisespecialcarewhenmowingsroundfixedobjects
in order to prevent the blades from striking them Never
deliberately run tractor or m owet into or over an y foreign
objects,
2 I Never shift gears until tractor comes to a stop.
22. Never place hands or feet under the mower, in discharge
chute or near any moving parts while {rector or mower
are running Always keep clear of discharge chute
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, IT MEANS - ATTENTIONI BECOME
ALERTI YOUR SAFETY IS |NVOLVED,
CAUTION: LOOK FOR THIS WORD TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT EQUIP,
MENT PR ECAUTIONS_
23, Use core when pulling loads or using heavy equipment
a, Use only approved drswbar hitch points,
b, Limit loads to those you can safely control
c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing,
d, Use counterweight or wheel weights when suggested
in the owner's manual
24 Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
25 When using any attachments, never direct discharge el
meteriat toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
vehicle while in operation
2 6 Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable,
a, Usa approved gasoline containers
b, Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add
gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that
has not been allowed to cool for several minutes after
running. Never fill tank Indoors, always clean up spill.,
ed gasoline,
c Open doors if the engine is run in the gara[/e - exhaust
fumes era dangerous, Do not run the engme indoors.,
27 Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating con-
dition, and keep safety devices in place end working,
2 El Keep olt nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equip ,
ment is in safe working condition
29 Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank In-
side o building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosura
30 To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves
or excessive grease, Do not clean product while engine
iS running.
31, Except for adjustments: DO NOT operate Engine if air
cleaner or cover directly over carburetor air intake is
removed Removal of such pert could create a fire hazard.
32, Do not operate without a muffler or temper with exhaust
system. Damaged mufflers or spark arrestors could craete
a fire hazard Inspect periodically and replace if necessary,
33 The vehicle end attachments should be stopped end in-
spected for damage after striking a foreign object and the
damage should be repaired before restarIing and operating
the equipment°
34 Do not change the engine governo; settings or overspeed
the engine;' severe damage or injury may result_
35 When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as follows:
a. Mow only in dayfight or in good artificial light
b, Shut the engine off when unclogging chute.
¢, Check the blade mounting bolts far proper tightness
at frequent; Intervals,
36, Do not operate the mower without the deflector shield in
place,
3 7 Disengage power to mower before backing up Do not
mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary end then On.
ly after careful observation of the ent#e area behind the
mower_
38, Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is sub
ject to deterioration and wear. It should be checked fre-
quently for bag replacement Replacement bags should
be checked to ensure compliance with the original
manufacturer's recommendations or specifications
This unit is equipped with an internal combu_ion engine and shouid not be used on or near any unimproved forest
severed, brush covered or grat_ covered land unle_ the engine'_ exhaust _stem is equipped with a spark arrestor
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any) If a spark armorer is used, it should be maintained in effective working
order by the operator
fn the State ot California the above is raqulred by law [Section 4442 of the Caii/amie Public Resources Code) Other states may have
similar taws Federal taws apply on federal lands Rater to Repair Pans Section [Page 34)
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears 14HP
Yard Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and
manufactured to give you the best possible dependability
and performance.
5houtd you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service
Department,, We have competent, well-trained technf.
cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement iS available on this
product. See the nearest Sears store or Service Center
for details,
sERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF
PURCHASE
THE SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND ON THE
MODEL PLATE UNDER THE SEAT,
YOU SHOULD RECORD THESE NUMBERS AND
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCEr
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and retain this manual. Study and observe the safety rules, Always use care when using your tractor Always
keep your tractor and mower clean. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and using your tractor A
welt cared for tractor will run better and last longer.
A TTA CHMEN TS
Thisunit can usa many attachments now available atyour Searsstore, It canuse a tiller, but cannot use other attachments
that engage theground fike aprow,harrow, or cu/tivator_Seapage 50 fora fistof available attachment,s,.
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT
Far two years from date of purchase, when this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up
according to the operating and maintenance instruction in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge
any defect in material or Workmanship in this electric start riding equipment
This warranty e_cludes btadels}, blade adapteris), spark plugls}, air cleaner and belHsi, which are expem
dsbla and become worn during normal use
This warranty does not cover:
For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective
in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery wilt not hold a charge, Sears will replace
the battery at no charge
WARRANTY SERWCE IS A VAfLABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPART.
MENT IN THE UNITED STA TES Thi,_ warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state
to state
Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outslde objects {such as nails, thornSo stumps,
or glass); and
repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including the failure to maintain the
equipment according to instructions contained in the owner's manual: and
riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes
FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO,, D/698-731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, 1160684
INDEX
Adjustments:
Brake 17
Carburetor . 22
Mower Drive Belt 11
Mower
Front*To.Rear 25
Sfde.,To Stde ,, 24
Throttle Control Cable 21
Air Cleaner
Cleaning 18
, Paper Cartridge . 19
Air Intake Screen, Engine .18
Assembly , 5,I t
Attachments ......................... ,50
Battery:
Charging
Cleanlng
Installation
Levels ,
Preparation .....
Starting with Weak Batlery
Storage.
Terminals
Belt:
Motion Drive Replacement
Mower Drive Adjustment
Mower Ddve, Removal
Blade:
Sharpening
Replacement .....
Brake Adjustment
Carburetor Adjustment.
Controls, Tractor
Cutting Level, Mower
Engine:
Air Screen ,
Oil Change
011 Level
Oil Type
Starting
Storage ..........
C
Fuel:
Type
Storage
Fuse
Hood Removal 23
Lubrlcatlen:
Chart 20
Tractor Pivot Points t9
Maintenance : .... I6-20
21 Air Filter I B
18 Air Cleaner "Paper Cartridge 19
: 8 Air Intake Screen, Engine la
I7 gat_erv t8
7 Bfade*Sherpen}ng 17
2f Brake Adjustment I7
26 Engine Oil . . 16
tg Lubrication Chert 2g
23 Tire Care 17
tt Mower:
I0 Adjustment, Front-to.Rear 25
17 Blade Sharpening, I7
25 Blade Replacement 25
I7 Cutting Level II
22 Removal , 24
12 Muffler ..... 18
t I Spark Arrestor 2
Spark Plugs 19
Adjustment. Side.to.Side 24
Installation 10
Oparatlon 14
Oil
0
Cold Weather CondMone 16
18 Engine...... 16
IB Storage .26
tB Operation........ ,, , I245
tB Operating YourMower , 14
13 Operetit_gYour Tractor f4
26 Starting the Engine ..... t3
13 Tractor Operation on Hills 15
Stopping Your Tractor , 13
26 Options
22 Attachments ................. 50
Spark Arrestor ................ 2
Farts Bag 5,B
Repair and Adjustments 20-26
glade 25
Carburetor 22
Fuse . 22
Hood Removal • , 23
Motion Drive Bett Repfa_ement 23
Mower Adjustment, Front-to-Rear 2El
Mower Adjustment, Side,to,Side 24
Mower Removal 24
S ;
Safety Rules 2
Seat .... 7
Service Record 28
Slope Guide Sheet 51
Spark PloDs , 1_q
Speed Control Chert 14
Starting the Englne 13
Staerittg Wheel " . 8
Stopping the Tre_tor I3
Storage • 26
Throttle Control Cable Adjulttment 2I
Tires .......... 17
Trouble Shooting Chart 2 2
W
Warranty .................. 3
W'_ng (Schematic! 29
Know Your Tractor
ASSEMBL Y
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR YARD TRACTOR. If you understand
the machine and its operation, you will achieve efficient and peak performance_ While reading the
manual, compare the illustrations with your Yard Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location
,of various controls and adjustments, Study the operating instructions and safety precautions
'thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Yard Tractor and to prevent injury to yourself and
others. Be sure to pay strict attention to all notes and cautions; they are included for your safety.
Save this manual for future,reference,
Unpacking Instructions
1. Take items our ofcarton; the box contains the items
shown below,
2. Cutdown four comers of thecation witha utilityknife
and fold down sides.
3. Disengage Parking Brake°
4 Carefully guide the tractor backwards off the skid. Be
The operation of any tra¢tor can result in
foreignobjectsthrown into theeyes,which
can result in Severeeye damage, Always
wear safety glassesor eyeshields before
starting your traetorandwhile mowing.We
recommendWideVisionSafety Maskworn
over spectaclesorstandardsafety g/a_es,
availableatSearsRetailor Catalog Stores,
careful of staples tnskid,
Parts Bag Contents Not Shown Full Size:
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A SSEMBL Y
ASSEMBL Y
LOCATION
BATTERY
BA TTERY
TERMINALS
PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE
t2} Hex Bolt, I/4 -,20 x 3/4
(21 Wing Nut - I/4 - 20
©
{2) Lockwasher 1/4
©
©
(2) Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga
(21 Flex Nut, I/4 - 20
(1) Lockwasher, I/2
SEAT
[2) Washer, 17/32x I-3/16x 12 Ga.
[ 1) Shoulder Bolt
Toassemble andadjust your tractor you will need;
I2) 7/16" wrenches Tire PressureGauge
I) 9/16" wrench Screwdriver
(I) 1/2" wrench Utility Knife
(1) 3/4" wrench Ratchet Wrench
(l) 3!4"socket
NOTE: RIGHT HAND (R.H.) AND LEFT HAND (L.H.) ARE
DETERMINED FROM OPERATOR'S POSITION WHILE
SEATED ON THE TRACTOR.
WEAR EYE AND FACE SHIELD.
WASH HANDS OR CLOTHING IM-
MEDIATELY IF ACCIDENTALLY IN
CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID,
DO NOT SMOKE= FUMES FROM
CHARGED BATTERY ACID ARE
EXPLOSIVE°
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS iNCLUD_
ED WITH THE BATTERY VENT
CAPS IN THE BAG OF PARTS, AL-
WAYS WEAR GLOVES, CLOTHING
AND GOGGLES TO PROTECT YOUR
HANDS, SKIN AND EYES.
t. Prepare Battery
a. Fill and charge battery (before installing). NOTE:
SEE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED
IN BAG OF PARTS.
CUTAWAYVIEW
BOLT
SEAT
A SSEMBL Y
BATTERY
BATTERY
FIGURE 7
ADJUSTMENT
FUEL
TANK
b Fill each cell with battery acid. Add the acid un-
til it reaches the bottom of the vent wells {Fig.
1). NOTE; DO NOT OVERFILL. OVERFILLING
WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO TRACTOR.
C.
Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thir-
ty minutes° If the level of acid falls below the
point described in step {b}, add more acid until
the correct level is reached. NOTE: UNEVEN
FILLING OF CELLS WILL AFFECT THE BATTERy
CAPACITY AND LIFE, Install the battery caps to
cover the vent wells. Wash the top of the bat-
tery with water to remove any acid, then wipe
dry.
d.
Check battery case for leakage to make sure that
no damage has occurred in handling.
eo Itisrecommendedthatthebatterybechargedbafore
use,Use a 12volt batten/charger, Charge batteryat a
rate of 6 amperesfor I hour. NOTE: OBSERVE ALL
SAFETYPRECAUTIONSREQUIRED FORBATTERY
CHARGING. Check the acid levelafter the battery is
charged,ff the acid has latfen below the correct level,
add water,
f . Neutralize excess battery acid for disposal by
adding it to four inches of water m 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.
2_
Install Seat
a. Place seat on seat pan. Screw adjustment bolt, shouk
der bolt, Iockwasher and flat washer into seat (fig. 2)°
Bolt _,leckwashe rand flat washer found in bag of parts.
hten shoulder bolt securely using a 1/2" wrench.
hten adjustment bolt finger tight. NOTE: THE
SHOULDER BOLT WfLL BE LOOSE IN THE SEAT
PAN SLOT
b. Place seat in opel'ating position. Sit on the teat
and press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
If operating position is not comfortable, ad/ust
seat.
c. To adjust, raise seat_. Loosen adjustment bolt
(Fig. 2} end slide seat to a comfortable oper.
atingposition. Tighten ad/ustmentbottsecumly
using a 3/4" wrench.
FIGURE 2
ASSEMBL Y
112 'o HEX LOCKNUT
2 - 1t4" DfA WASHER
FIGURE 3
AiR _ '.-_r""_-.
CAP
STEER;NG WHEEL
WHEEL _NSERT
STEERtNG COLUMN
3, Install Steering Wheel
NOTE; POSITION FRONT WHEEL FORWARD,
a Use a 3/4" wrench to remove hex nut, end
2 - 1/4"" diameter washer {shown full size below)
from steering column (Fig, 3j,
b Position steering wheel over steering wheel
insert,
c Secure steering wheel to steering column using
2,1/4" diameter washer and hex nut lFigo 3),,
Torque to 50 ft - lbs_
d.. Snap steering whee! cap in place on steering
wheel Steering wheel cap found in bag of parts..
FIGURE 4 COMPARTMENT
4,
Check Tires
Reduce tire pressure to 14 PS/ in front tires and
12 PSi in rear tires, (Tires were over inflated for
shipping purposes}°
Install Batter),
DO NOT SHORT BATTERY TERMINALS,
BEFORE INSTALLING REMOVE
METAL BRACELETS, WRISTWATCH BANDS,
RINGS, ETC.
a, Lift hood from rearside; (Fig. 4).
b. Lift out air lntake duct.
c. Make sure drain tube (Fig, 5) is fastened to drain
hole in battery tray and battery tray is posi-
tioned in hole of battery support.
d, Place battery in plastic tray (battery terminals
to front of trector) (Fig. 5),
TED FIRST TO PREVENT SPARKS FROM
[
POSITIVE TERMINAL MUST BE CONNEC.
ACCIDENTAL GROUNDING.
BATTERY,
FIGURE 4A 8
e. Connect RED battery cable to positive (+)
battery terminal with bax bolt, fiat washer,
/ockwasher and hex nut (shownfull size below)
found in bagof par_ (Fig_5). TlghWn securely.
f. Connect BLACK ground cable to negative (-)
battery terminal with remaining he,,,:bolt, flat
washer, lockwasher and hex nut (shown full
size below) found in bag of parts (Fig. 5),
Tightensecurely.
ASSEMBL Y
.o@o
NOTE: IF YOU HAVE A WEAK BATTERY, SEE "*START-
ING YOUR TRACTOR WITH A WEAK BATTERY"
(PAGE 21),,
g, Using the slotted hole on oneside of the battery
support (Fig, 6) insert onebattery bolt into frame
slot (head ofbo# down), Fasten the batterybolt to
the terminalguard usingwingnut. (Bolts,nutsand
terminal guard found in bagof parts)
h. Assemble theremaining belt to other side of bat-
tory support and fastenterminal guard to it with
remainingwfngnut(shownfutlsizebalow)_ Tighten
wingnuts securelyby hand (Fig° 6),
_eemm 0
BATTERY
BOLT
/
SLOTTED
HOLE
• LOCKWASHER
W_NG
NUT
/
WASHER
HEX
BOLTS
FIGURE 5
WING NUT
L Replace air intake duct (Fig. 4)° Make sure
bottom llp of duct si= between battery and lip
of battery tray,
[ Removeplasb'c from tractor hood and close.
NOTE: USE TERMINAL ACCESS DOORS (FIG,, 6) FOR:
t. INSPECTION FOR SECURE CONNECTIONS
(TIGHTEN HARDWARE)
2, INSPECTION FOR CORROSION
3 TESTING BATTERY
4. JUMPING (IF REQUIRED)
5. CHARGING OF REQUIRED)
WHEN NOT IN USEr ]
DO NOT ENGINE UNTIL MOWER
SUSPENSION BRACKET HAS BEEN RE-[
KEEPTERMINALAccEssDOORSCLOSEDI
LEASED, SEE MOWER AND DRIVE BELT |
START
INSTALLATION,
TERMINAL
ACCESS
DOOR
TERMINAL
GUARD
bOLT
FIGURE a
1
I
I
ASSEMBL Y
FIGURE 7
TRU_NtON
FIGURE e
\
PARALLEL
LiNK
REAl AXLE
HINGE
FRONT
6,_ Mower Installation
Your 38" mower installs .without the use of tools.
Raise lift lever (Fig. 10) to its highestposlrion.
Turn height adjustment knob (Fig. 9) to its
lowest position. , . .
eo Slide mower under tractor, discnarge guard to
R.H, side,
b. Install front hinge pin through axle and parellel
link (Fig. 7). Secure wfth retaine_ spdng_
HINGE
PIN
c. Install rear hinge pln through mower lift brack-
ets and parallel link (Fig, 7J. Secure with
retaln er spring.
d. Install clutch rodin clutch lever (Fig. 8. Inset)o
eo Move lift lever forward to lower suspension
arms. Slide trunnlons through lift bracket
holes end secure with retainer ;pring (Fig. 8).
f Roll belt over engine pulley. Make sure belt
is inside belt guides [Fig. 9)_ See belt drive sc-
hematlc decal on mower housing.
g. Use lift lever (Fig. 10} to raise mower,
h. Turn height adjustment knob (Fig. 9} clockwise
(f-_) to the middle of its travel
7. Mower Drive Belt Removal
NOTE: MOWER BELT iNSTALLATION DECAL
LOCATED ON MOWER HOUSING.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE BELTS SPECIFIED IN
THIS MANUAL.,
a, Place attachment clutch lever in "DISEN.
GAGED" positton (Fig. 10)..
b. Torn height adjustment knob (Fig. 9] to lowest
position. Move mower rift lever (Fig. lO)
forward to lower mo war to its lowest position.
co Roll belt off engine pulley (Fig, t 1). Be care-
ful not to bend the belt guides,
d, Pull belt off both mandrels (Fig. ! 1).
e. Spring belt guide away from idler pulley and
pull belt off idler pulley,
f. Slide belt from under idler spring.
FIGURE 9
8, Mower Drive Belt Replacement
ao Slide belt under extension spring (Fig, 11).
b, Place belt on rearstde of both mandrels,
c_ Spring idler bait guide away from idler pulley
and p/ace belt around mar st'de of idler pulley,
d. Roff belt over mower drive pulley. Make sure
drive belt is inside mower drive pulley belt
guides.
NOTE: BELT GUIDE TO BELT CLEARANCE SHOULD
BE MAINTAINED AT 5/32 TO 1/4'L
I0
9_
Mower Ddve Belt Adjustment
Your tractor has been manufactured with the
ability to m_djust the mower drive belt to pro-
vide you with longer belt life.
If the attachment clutch lever (Fig, 10) travels
3- I/2" up the slot in the dash before spring tension
resistanca is evident, adjustment is necessary.
NOTE.* CHECK FOR PROPER SPRING TENSION
WITH ENGINE OFF AND L_FT LEVER IN HIGHEST
POSITION,,
a, Lower or remove the mower deck for easier
access,
b_ Using (2) 7/t6"' wrenches, remove the D-shaped
washers from the rock shaft assembly (Fig I i -
Inset).
e_ Move extension spring from lower end of slot
to upper end in rock thaft assembly and install
the Doshaped washers (Fig., 1 t oInset},
do Tighten bolt and nut to secure the D.shaped
washer;,
NOTE', WHEN INSTALLING A NEW BELT. EXTEN
SION SPRING MUST BE RETURNED TO THE LOWER
END OF THE SLOT ON ROCK SHAFT ASSEMBLY
10. Check the Cutting Level
The blade housing was set at the factorF to cut
level, After mowing a short distance, look at the
area that was cut, If the blade housing cuts
uneven; see the instructions on "Side.to,Side and
Front-to-Rear Mower Ad[ustment" (pages 24 and
25L
ASSEMBL Y
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER
"DIS£NGAGE D" POSITION
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB
ENGINE IDLER
PULLEY
FIGURE t0
1Io Final Assembly
a, Make sureall fasteners are tight,
b_ Read and follow the operation instructions
(page 12). Know the location and purpose of
al! contmls.
c. Check oll and gasoline (page 13) before starting
the tractor,
11
BOLT
R.H_ PIVOT
BRACKET
FIGURE t I
OPERA T/ON
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERA TING YOUR YARD TRACTOR° If you understand the machine and its
operation, you will achieve efficient and peak performance, While reading the manual, compare the illustrations with
your Yard Tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Study the operating
instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Yard Tractor and to prevent injury
to yourself and others, Be sure to pay strict attention to all notes and cautions; they are included for your safety, Save
this manual for future reference,
Light Switch Ignition
Throttle _ Attachment
Lift Lever
Clutch/Brake Attachment Clutch
Pedal Lever
He_ht
Adjustment
Knob
Gear Shift Lever
A TTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVERzPush levar up to engage
mower. There will be an engine hesitation as the clutch
engages,
A TTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Use the attachment rift lever
to raise and lower the attachment mounted to. your trac-
tor, Move the lift lever forward to tower attachment.
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: The pedal has 2 functions a
clutch and abrBke, To engage the brake push zhe peda/
completely down,
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Use the height adjust-
ment knob to adjust the mowar height. With the attach-
ment lift lever in the "up"position, turn knob clockwise
{f"_} to raise cutting height and counterclockwise (f_)
to lower cutting height Lower Attachment rift lever
.... Parking Brake
GEARSHIFT: Press the clutch/brake pedal down firmly
and move gear shift laver to desired speed,
IGNITION*, Place key in ignition end turn to the right to
start.
LIGHT SWITCH: Turns on end off the headlights°
PARKING BRAKE: To set the parking brake, push the
clutch/brake pedal completely forward. Place the park-
ing brake lever tn "Engaged" position and release
pressure from pedal, Clutch/brake pedal will remain in
brake poaitibn_ To release, push pedal in,
THROTTLE CONTROL: Use the throttle control to in-
crease or decrease the speed of the engine,
CHOKE: To start acold engine, puff choke out to engage_,
12
1, Stopping Your Tractor
DO NOT CHOKE CARBURETOR TO STOP |
THE ENGINE,=
NOTE; REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING TRACTOR TO
PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE.
a. Push clutch/brake pedal into full "'BRAKE'"
position,
b o Move gear shift lever to "'NEUTRAL" position.
c, Place parking brake in "ENGAGED*' position and
release pressure from clutch/brakeD Pedal should
remain in "BRAKE" posltion_ NOTE: MAKE SURE
PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD TRACTOR
SECURE.
d. Place attachment clutch leverin "'DISENGAGED"
positlon_
eo Move throttle control to "S" {slow) position.
f . Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Never use
choke to stop engine_
OPERA TION
!
2. Starting The Engine
LEARN TO START, STOP AND REVERSE
YOUR TRACTOR IN A LARGE, OPEN AREA.
THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH IN-
TERLOCK SWITCHES TO PREVENT STAR-
TING OF THE TRACTOR ENGINE WHILE
THE *'ENGAGED" POSITION AND/OR THE
THE MOWER BLADE CLUTCH LEVER IS IN
FOOT PEDAL |S NOT FULLY DEPRESSED.
IMMEDIATELY REPLACE SWITCHES THAT
ARE NOT IN PROPER WORKING ORDER,
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE PUR-
...... POSE OF THE,_E SWITCHES. ,_,
a. This engine has been shipped filled with sum-
mer_ weight oil, For cold weather operation,
see chart on page 16, Check engine oil level
with tractor on level ground, Remove and
wipe dipstick (Fig, 17) clean, screw it in tight
for a few seconds, remote and read oil level,
If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark is
reached,
bo Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular UN-
LEADED automotive gasoline. (Use of leaded
gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide
deposits and reduce va/te life). Capacity is
3-I/2 gallons°
CAUTION: EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL
BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING
ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOIS-
TURE .WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FOR=
MATfON OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE, ACIDIC
GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN
ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE
TO AVOID ENGINE'PROBLEMS. THE FUEL SYS-
TEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED BEFORE STORAGE
FOR 30 OAYS OR LONGER, DRAIN THE GAS
TANK. START THE ENGINE AND LET IT RUN UN-
TIL THE FUEL LINES AND CARBURETOR ARE
EMPTY, USE FRESH FUEL NEXT SEASON SEE
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADDITIONAL IN.
FORMATION
NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR CLEANER
PRODUCTS IN THE FUEL TANK OR PERMANENT
DAMAGE MAY OCCUR
GEAR SHtFT
: LEVER FIGURE 12
FILL TO BOTTOM OF GAS TANK FILLER |
NECK. DO NOT OVERFILL, WIPE OFF ANY
SPILLED OIL OR FUEL. DO NOT STORE,
SPILL OR USE GASOLINE NEAR AN OPEN
FLAME.
c, Place attachment clutch lever tn "DISEN-
GAGED" position (Fig° 12).
d, Push clutch/brake pedal fully into brake
position.
eo Place gear shift /eter in "WEUTRAL " position
(Fig. 12).
f, Pull choke out (Fig. 12},
go Move throttle control to middle position
(Fig, 72)_
h, Turn ignition key clockwise ((_-_) to "START"
position and release key as soon as engine starts,
NOTE: DO NOT RUN STARTER CONTINUOUSLY
FOR MORE THAN FIFTEEN SECONDS PER
MINUTE. If engine does not start after several at-
tempts, move throttle control to "F" (fast)
position, wait a few minutes and try again.
NOTE: tF YOU HAVE A WEAK BATTERY, SEE "START,
tNG YOUR TRACTOR WITH A WEAK BATTERY"
(PAGE 21)
t After engine is warm, push choke in. The first
time you start the engine, it will take extra crank-
Ing time to move fuel from tank to the engine.
NOTE: ALLOW ENGINE TO WARM UP FOR A
FEW MINUTES BEFORE ENGAGING CLUTCH OF
TRACTOR OR ATTACHMENT
j When restarting a warm engine, move throttle
control midway between "_S" (slow) and
"F" (fast) positioned Choke may not have
to be u_ed.
IMPORTANT: BEFORE DRIVING THE TRACTOR, _
INSTALL MOWER OR REMOVE
MOWER PARALLEL LINK (Fig° 7).
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13
OPERA TION
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER
"DIS£NGAGED'*POSITION
"ENGAGED"POSITtQN
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
BGURE 13
FUNCTION
_L L
Normal
Mowing
Heavy
Mowing
Snow
. B_ade
Snow Blower
or TiIler
Tt'aRsport
GEARSHIFT
2or3
lor2
1, 2or3
1
3,4or5
UTCH LEVER
THROTTLE
FAST
SLOW-FAST'
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DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL WEIGHT !
CAUTION: OPTtONAL WHEEL WEIGHTS. EXCES. t
3. Operating Your Tractor and Mower
NOTE: THIS TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WiTH AN
OPERATOR PRESENCE SENSING SWITCH. ANY AT.
TEMPT SY THE OPERATOR TO LEAVE THE SEAT WiTH
THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE.
NOTE: ALWAYS OPERATE ENGINE AT FULL THROTTLE
WHEN MOWING TO ASSURE BETTER MOWING PER-
FORMANCE AND PROPER DISCHARGE OF CUT MA
TERIAL. REGULATE GROUND SPEED BY SELECTING
A LOW ENOUGH GEAR (FIG. 14) TO GIVE THE MOWER
CUTTING PERFORMANCE PLUS QUALITY OF CUT
DESIRED.
J A DONOTOPERATETHEMOWERWITH"
a, Select desired height of CUtposition using height
adjustment knob (Fig. 13).
b _ Raise lift lever and place attachment clutch lever
tn disengaged position_
c. Push clutch/brake pedal down firmly.
d. Start engine (page 13).
eo With engine running and warm place throttle con-
tre/midway between "S" (slow) and "F" {fast)
positton_
f o Engage mower with the attachment clutch lever.
NOTE: "ENGAGE" DR "DISENGAGE" MOWER
BLADE CLUTCH LEVER SLOWLY.
go Move gear shift lever to desired gear_
h. Lower mower into cutting position using ettaeh_
ment rift lever..
i o Release clutch/brake pedal to start movement
/. Move throttle control to "F" (fast) position.
NOTE: SELECT A GROUND SPEED THAT WILL SUiT
THE TERRAIN, QUALITY OF CUT AND ATTACHMENT
BEING USED_ (See Chart. Ftg. t4).
TO THE TRACTOR OTHER THAN THE l
SIVE WEIGHT MAY OVERLOAD AND
DAMAGE THE TRANSMISSION. {
MAKE SURE PARKING BRAKE WILL HOLD
TRACTOR SECURE,
NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS OR FEET IN
OR UNDER ANY POWERED ATTACHMENT
OR NEAR ANY MOVING PART WHILE
TRACTOR OR ANY POWERED ATTACH-
MENT IS RUNNING.
OUT EITHER THE ENTIRE GRASS
CATCHER, ON MOWERS SO
EQUIPPED, OR THE DEFLECTOR
SHIELD IN PLACE.
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FIGURE 14
14
NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITHOUT AIR IN-
TAKE DUCT INSTALLED (FIG 4). MAKE
SURE BOTTOM LiP OF AIR INTAKE DUCT
SITS BETWEEN BATTERY AND LiP OF
BATTERY TRAY.
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4, Mowing Tips
NOTE: TiRE CHAINS CANNOT BE USED WITH THE
MOWER HOUSING ATTACHED,
READ THE "SAFETY RULES" CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER,
REFER TO PAGE 2.
a. Use the runner on the R.H.. side as e guide; the blade
cuts approximately an inch outside the runner IFig.
15).
b. Drive so that clippings are discharged onto thearea
that has been cut. Have the curates to the fight of
the machine. This will result in a more even distri.
but/on of clippings and more uniform cutting.
o, When mowing large areas (Fig. 16), start by turning
to the right eo that the clippings wllf dtsohsrge away
from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or
two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making
left hand turns until flnished.
d. If grass is extremely tall, it shoutd be mow_d tw/ce.
The first time cut relatively high; the second time
to the desired height_
e, The left hand side of mower should be used for
trimming.
OPERA TION
f
r
T
DISCHARGE
GUARD
FIGURE 15
5, Operating The Tractor On Hills
DO NOTDRtVEUPORDOWN HILLSWITH
A LOPES GREATER THAN 15 ° AND DO
......... TO PAGE 61,
a, Move gear shift lever to "'IST" gear be fore starting
b . AVOID STOPPING OR SHIFTING ON HILLS,
c. If slowing is necessary, mov'e throttle control lever
d° If stepping is absolutely necessary, push cfutch/brake
e. To restart trector movement, make sure tractor is in
NOT DRIVE ACROSS ANY SLOPE. REFER
up or down hills_
to slower position.
LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM WHEN STOP°
TRACTOR ROLL DOWNHILL AS CLUTCH/
PiNG AND STARTING TO ALLOW SLIGHT
BRAKE PEDAL MOVES THROUGH CLUTCH
POSITION.
pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking
brake,
the lowest speed range 11st Gear) and that you have
allowed room to roll slightly downhill. Depress
clutch/brake fully, Disengage parking brake and
release clutch/brake pedal SLOWLY to start tractor
movement,
FIGURE 16
6. Flip.Up Discharge Guard
Your mower has a flip-up discharge guard lFig_ 15) for
door or gate clearance when held tn raised position.
MAKE SURE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER IS IN "DISENGAGED" POSITON
A
AND BLADES HAVE STOPPED BEFORE
RAIS|NG DISCHARGE GUARD IDEFLEC-
TOR) ..... NEVER ,_OPERATE _MQ_WER
WITHOUT DISCHARGE GUARD IN
OPERATING POSITION,
f. Make all turns gradually_
15
MAINTENANCE
ENGINE OIL
DIPSTICK
AND FILL TUBE
FIGURE 17
FIGURE 1B
To keep your tractor running better,
longer, perform necessary service using
the following maintenance schedule:
BEFORE MAKING ANY INSPECTION,
ADJUSTMENT OR REPAIR:
1, PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCHIBRAKE
PEDAL COMPLETELY INTO
"BRAKE" POSITION_
2, MOVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO "N"
NEUTRAL POSITION.
3. PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN "EN-
GAGED" POSITION, REMOVE
FOOT FROM PEDAL,
4. PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER IN "DISENGAGED" POS1-
TION_
With Every Mowing
1_ Make sum all nuts on bolts am tight and cotter
pins and retainer spdngsaresecure.
2, Observeallsafety precautions,
3o Keep tractor we!l lubricated fmfer to page20jo
First 2 Hours (Two Mowings)
1. Change Engine Oil
Changing oil after the first two hours (or two mow-
inge) will help eliminate break-in residue which might
be damaging to your engine.
NOTE: BE CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER
THE ENGINE WHEN CHANGING OIL,
a Drain oil with engine warm,
b, Loosen off drain wing nut [Fig, t8} end remove
dipstick,
c. Catch oil in a suitable container,
do Tighten oil drain wing nut.
e. Refill engine otL See off chart, below, Refill capeck
ty is 1-I/2 quarts. NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.
f. Replace dipstick°
Recommended SAE Viscosity Grades
Determine temperature range expected before next oil
change. All oilmust meet A.P..L service classification SD,
SE or SF.
.20_ 0 _ 32 _ 60 _ 80 ° !00 _
Capacity is I-I/2 quarts° NOTE: DO NOT OVERFILL.
Dipstick assembly must be securely tightened into tube
at aft times when engine is operating_
......... TO _,VOiD DAMAGE TO THE STARTING
CAUTION: SYSTEM, USE SAE SW30 OIL WHEN
THE TEMPERTURE FALLS BELOW 32 °
Every 5 Hours (Five Mowings)
5, TURN IGNITION KEY TO "OFF"POSITION. SHUT OFF THE EN-
GINE.
6, MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE
BLADE AND ALL MOVING PARTS
HAVE COMPLETELY STOPPED,
7, REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY,
8, DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG
WIRES FROM THE SPARK PLUGS
AND KEEP WIRES AWAY FROM
THE PLUGS TO PREVENT INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING,
BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TOUCH-
ING HOT ENGINE OR MUFFLER
COMPONENTS.
1. CheckEngine OilLevel
DO NOT CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL I
WITH ENGINE RUNNING.
Several minutes after stopping engine, check engine
ell level with tractor on level ground, Wipe dipstick
(Fig 17) clean, screw it down tight for a few seconds/,
remove and read oil level If necessary, add oil until
"FULL" mark is reached. (See chart above). NOTE:
DO NOT OVERFILL.
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