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Page 1: ...all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment For answers to your questions about this product Call 1 800 659 5917 SEARS Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pm Mon Sat Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol EIO is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol EIO will void the product warranty Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U...

Page 2: ...lts and oil filters Standard maintenance servicing oil changes or tune ups Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects such as nails thorns stumps or glass Tire or wheel replacement or repair resulting from normal wear accident or improper operation or maintenance Repairs necessary because of operator abuse including but not limited to damage caused by towing objects beyond...

Page 3: ... blades Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating Stop machine ifanyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never direct discharged materialtoward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when ...

Page 4: ...machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Nevercarrychildren even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be ...

Page 5: ...hem Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Maintain orreplace safetyand instruction labels as necessary Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never carry children even with the blades shut of...

Page 6: ...g order by the operator In the state of Californiathe above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center See REPAIR PARTS manual REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Congratulations on making a smart pur chase Your new Cra...

Page 7: ...s on all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID TO CHECK BATTERY 1 Lift hood to raised position NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label is located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Ma...

Page 8: ...TO CHECK BRAKE inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product Please review the following checklist J All assembly instructions have been com pleted J No remaining loose parts in carton J Battery is properly prepared and charged J Seat is adjusted c...

Page 9: ...perty damage IGNITION SWITCH MOWER LIFT REVERSE FORWARD DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided m...

Page 10: ...OL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor F IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSITION Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse H LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off J CRUISE CONTROL LEVER Use...

Page 11: ...he ignition switch in any position other than STOP will cause the battery to discharge and go dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause brown ing of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas _CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving th...

Page 12: ...6 in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions NOTE Adjust gauge wheels with tractor...

Page 13: ...and engage parking brake To restart movement slowly release park ing brake and brake pedal Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest setting Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Freewheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor 1 Raise attachment lift lever to...

Page 14: ...a cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine 1 Be sure freewheel control is in the trans mission engaged position 2 Sit on seat in operating position depress brake pedal and set parking brake 3 Move attachment clutch to disengaged position 4 Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below 5 Insert key into ignition and turn ...

Page 15: ...l to half 1 2 speed Disengage parking brake 8 Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet Repeat this driving procedurethreetimes Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation 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 HOU...

Page 16: ...ATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodicallyto properly maintain your tractor At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service...

Page 17: ...ing CHECK REVERSE OPERATION ROS SYSTEM When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine ON posi tion and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to drive in reverse should shut off the engine When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to drive in reverse should NOT shut ...

Page 18: ...emperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 i i i i i C 30 2_0 10 0 1_0 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil viscchartl e NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather they will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F 0 C Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from ...

Page 19: ... are kept clean at all times Every 100 hours of operation more often under extremely dusty dirty conditions remove the blower housing and other cool ing shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen dirty or plugged cooling fins and or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine da...

Page 20: ...ing brake and stop the engine 3 Thread the nozzle adapter packaged with your tractor s Operator s Manual onto the end of your garden hose 4 Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of the mower deck Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the nozzle 20 Nozzle _ Hose Adapter _ _ Washout Port IMPORTANT Tug hose ensuring co...

Page 21: ...and discon nect mower suspension arm A from chassis pin B and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers Al_ CAUTION After rear lift links are discon nected the attachment lift lever will be spring loaded Have a tight grip on lift lever when changing position of the lever 8 Slide mower out from under right side of tractor IMPORTANT If an attachment other than th...

Page 22: ... and retainer spring 8 Hook end of clutch cable spring Q into hole in idler arm R 9 Push clutch cable housing guide P into bracket slide collar L onto guide and secure with retainer spring K 10 Install belt onto engine pulley M and belt keepers G ATTACH FRONT LINK E Work from left side of tractor Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket F iMPORTANT Che...

Page 23: ...djustable wrench loosen jam nut A several turns to clear adjustment nut B Turn nut rig Turn nut left to raise mower to lower mower 3 Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT 1 With all tires properly inflated park tractor on level ground or driveway _i CAUTIO...

Page 24: ...re motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers 2 Remove beltfrom stationary idler A and clutching idler B 3 Remove belt from centerspan idler C 6 Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cool ing fan blades D 4 Remove belt downward from engine pulley E 5 Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate F ...

Page 25: ...el hub and axle Insert square key 4 Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove 5 Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks purchase and usetire sealant from Sears Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY _IbWARNING Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and s...

Page 26: ...n poorly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY 1 Raise hood 2 Unsnap headlight wire connector 3 Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor 4 When replacing hood be sure to recon nect the headligh...

Page 27: ...system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Nev...

Page 28: ...olenoid or starter Engine clicks but will not start 28 1 Fill fuel tank 2 See TO START ENGINE in Operation section 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Empty fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments sec...

Page 29: ... of adjustment 11 Clean engine air screen fins Excessive vibration 12 Clean replace muffler 13 Check all wiring Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with atta chment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven cutting 14 15 Engine valves out of adjustment 15 1 Worn bent or loose blade 2 Bent blade mandrel 3 Loose damaged part s 1 Faulty operator safety presence control system 1 Worn bent or loose ...

Page 30: ...lb s or lamp s burned out 3 Faulty light switch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 5 Blown fuse 1 Bad battery cell s 2 Poor cable connections 3 Faulty regulator if so equipped 4 Faulty alternator CORRECTION 1 Remove obstruction 2 Replace mower drive belt 3 Replace idler pulley 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass...

Page 31: ...ansmission during 4 Purge transmission shipment or servicing 5 Axle key missing 5 Install axle key at rear wheel See TO REMOVE WHEEL in the Service and Adjustments section Engine backfires when turning engine OFF 1 Engine throttle control not set 1 Move throttlecontrol between between half and full speed fast half and full speed fast position position before stopping engine before stopping engine ...

Page 32: ...lopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or ether upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the a...

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