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Page 1: ...nd this Operator s Manual IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment 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 S A Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman As r...

Page 2: ...he riding equipment will be replaced free of charge with the same or an equivalent model All of the above warranty coverage is void if this riding equipment is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship Warranty coverage does NOT include Expendable parts except battery that can wear out from normal use ...

Page 3: ... 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 Never carry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past ...

Page 4: ...ry or death Operation on all slopes requires extreme caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Mow up and down slopes not across Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Do not mow on ...

Page 5: ...s spilled on clothing change cloth ing immediately Never overfill fueltank Replace gas cap and tighten securely GENERAL SERVICE Never operate machine in a closed area Keep a l nuts and bolts tight to ensurethe equipment is in safe working condition Nevertamperwithsafetydevices Never interfere with the intended function of a safety device or reduce the protection provided by a safety device Checkth...

Page 6: ...ned representatives and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow instructions under Maintenance and S...

Page 7: ...carton Cut along dotted lines 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...

Page 8: ...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 V No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged V Seat is adjusted comfortably ...

Page 9: ...orm ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage LIGHTSON FUEL BATTERY EAR PROTECTION RECOMMENDED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULESSECTION 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...

Page 10: ...ine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH 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 Used to set forward movement of tractor at...

Page 11: ...Leaving the 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 l...

Page 12: ...ht of grass and types of grass being mowed The average lawn should be cut to approxi mately 2 1 2 63 5 mm during the cool season and to over 3 76 2 mm during hot months For healthier and better look ing lawns mow often and after moderate growth For best cutting performance grass over 6 152 4 mm in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height NOTE Adj...

Page 13: ...dal 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 Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control Pull freewheel control out and into the slot an...

Page 14: ...on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine 1 Ensure freewheel control is in the...

Page 15: ...imes 5 Shutoff engine and set parking brake 6 Engagetransmission byplacingfreewheel control in engaged position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual 7 Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to half 1 2 speed Disengage parking brake 15 8 Drive tractor forward for approximately five 5 feet 1 5 m then backwards for five 5 feet 1 5 m Repeat thi...

Page 16: ...nty 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 and Adjustments...

Page 17: ...hen the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine ON position 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 off the engine Ros On Position Engine On ...

Page 18: ...VISCOSITY GRADES F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 o 10 2 1 1 o _0 10 4 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather they wil 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 running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 ...

Page 19: ...ginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged ob structing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required 1 With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line se...

Page 20: ... a dry area preferably a concrete or paved area Place the at tachment clutch control in the EN GAG ED position to remove excess water and to help dry before putting the tractor away _ WARNING A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you or others to thrown objects from contact with the blade Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately prior to using mower again Plug any holes in ...

Page 21: ...er bracket D remove retainer springs and washers Goto other side of mower and disconnect the suspension arm and rear lift link _ 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 Slide mower out from under right side of tractor TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is on level surface and e...

Page 22: ...eft side of tractor Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket F Insert end of link E into hole in front mower bracket H and secure with washer and retainer spring J IMPORTANT Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves o o Raise attachment lift lever to highest position If necessary adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in th...

Page 23: ...djustment is necessary see steps in Visual Adjustment instructions above 5 Recheck measurements adjust if neces sary until both sides are equal 23 FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side To obtain the best cutting results the mower blades should be adjusted so the front tip is 1 8 to 1 2 3 1 to 12 7 mm lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position _CA...

Page 24: ...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 and...

Page 25: ...wheel 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 Washers TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY _IbWARNING Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks ...

Page 26: ...he hole in the backside of the grill 4 Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run 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 tra...

Page 27: ...ded prior to long term storage with charger connected ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose ortank 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 ...

Page 28: ...attery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Faulty solenoid or starter CORRECTION 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 Contact a Sears or other qu...

Page 29: ...eaves seat with attachment clutch engaged CORRECTION 1 Raise cutting height reduce speed 2 Adjust throttle control 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4 Clean replace air filter 5 Check oil level change oil 6 Clean and regap or change spark plug 7 Replace fuel filter 8 Empty fuel tank and refill tank witl fresh clean gasoline 9 Empty fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and repl...

Page 30: ...ower deck not level 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Level mower deck Headlight s not working if so equipped Battery will not charge 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 8 Mower drive belt worn 9 Blades improperly installed 10 Improper blades used 11 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass ...

Page 31: ...ll 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 Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1 Reverse operation system ROS 1 Turn ...

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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