Page 1: ... differently from previously built engines Before you start the engine read and understand this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman As rated by the engine manufacturer 580871 726 ...
Page 2: ... impossible the 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 fro...
Page 3: ... blades 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 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: ...e 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 withthe blades shut off They may fall off and be...
Page 5: ... them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Maintain orreplacesafetyand 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 o...
Page 6: ...n the state of California the 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 Craftsman product is design...
Page 7: ...Fiat Washer _ 1 I J 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 4 Steering Wheel Adapter J I I l l l l J 1 5 16 Lock Washer Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Seat 0 1 Seat 1 Washer _ 1 Knob Keys Oil Drain Extension I 2 Keys Slope Sheet Battery 2 Hex Bolts 2 Nut Keps 7 ...
Page 8: ...nels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat 3 Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1 Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position front wheels of the tractor so...
Page 9: ...tion NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions Seat Label Terminal NOTE You may now roll your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid WARNING B...
Page 10: ...se review the following checklist _ AII assembly instructions have been com pleted v No remaining loose parts in carton _ Battery is properly prepared and charged _ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely V All tires are properly inflated For ship ping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory _ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cuttin...
Page 11: ...d or property damage IGNITION SWITCH MOWER LIFT DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY _ _ CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION _l_lllltINtl 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 ...
Page 12: ...sed to engage the mower blades or other attach ments mounted to your tractor ATTACH M ENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for de clutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LI...
Page 13: ...osition 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 _IIOAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position TO ...
Page 14: ... clockwise to engine ON position ROS ON Position Engine ON Position Normal Operating TO OPERATE ON HILLS _WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope guide at the back of this manual Choosethe slowest speed before starting up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills if stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch ...
Page 15: ...ngine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur 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 Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral position 3 Move attachme...
Page 16: ...ences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished jJ If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesir able clumps Allow grass to dry b...
Page 17: ...this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator _pindle abuse or negligence To receive full value Zerk from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made pc 2 2 _ront Wheel Bearing riodically to properly maintain your tractor Zerk 3indic Front Wheel g Zerk At least once a season check to see if you should make ...
Page 18: ...is engaged any attempt by the operator to go into reverse should shut off the engine ROS ON Position Engine ON Position Normal Operating When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace be...
Page 19: ... If engine has been operated for an extended period of time immediately prior to draining oil oil will be hot Drain Hole _ Drain Plug Slide oil drain extension under oil drain hole drain hole may be flush with or protrude from engine block side wall Make sure backface ofoil drain extension is flush with engine side wall Make sure bottom lipofoil drain extension is lined up with bottom of oil drain...
Page 20: ...em Remove blower housing and clean area shown to prevent overheating and engine damage Clean out chaff and debris Air Screen 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 sections 2 Place newfuel filter in position in fuel line wi...
Page 21: ...verto raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor remove the front links and hook the clutch spring into square hole in frame Flat Washer Clutch Spring Clutch Spring Retainer Spring Anti Sway Bar Collar Belt Keel TO INSTALL MOWER 1 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position 2 Slide mower unde...
Page 22: ...h front links an equal number of turns The two front links must remain equal in length When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment _ Mandrel Both Front Links Should be E ual in Length Bottom edge Bottom edge of mower to_ _ _ofmowerto is n _ _ Suspension Arm Lift Link Nut_ _i _ Adjustment o 5o_ FRONT TO BA...
Page 23: ...neutral position The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brake needs to be serviced Contact a Sears or other qualified service center TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL 1...
Page 24: ...If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal Tighten securely FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact a Sears or other qualified service center TO S...
Page 25: ...tor 4 When replacing hood be sure to recon nect the headlight wire connector Hood Headlight Wire Connector Terminal Keps _ fNut Hex Bolt Positive Red Cable Negative Black Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1 Raise hood 2 Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill 3 Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill 4 Close hood INTE...
Page 26: ...om 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 fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines ...
Page 27: ...es 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 section 10 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or replace battery...
Page 28: ...e mandrel 3 Loose damaged part s 1 Faulty operator safety presence control system CORRECTION 1 Recharge or replace battery 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Check all wiring 4 Check replace solenoid or starter 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 Re...
Page 29: ...ravel speed too fast 3 Wet grass 4 Mower deck not level 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Level mower deck 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 leaves and trash around man...
Page 30: ...all axle key at rear wheel See TO REMOVE WHEEL in the Service and Adjustments section Engine backfires 1 Engine throttle control not sel 1 Move throttlecontrol between when turning between half and full speed fast half and full speed fast position engine OFF position before stopping engine before stopping engine Engine dies when 1 Reverse operation system ROS 1 Turn ignition key to ROS ON tractor ...
Page 31: ...pes 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 Hogd page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the ang...
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Page 33: ... differently from previously built engines Before you start the engine read and understand this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman As rated by the engine manufacturer 580871 726 ...
Page 34: ... impossible the 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 fro...
Page 35: ... blades 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 direct discharged materialtoward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when...
Page 36: ...e 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 withthe blades shut off They may fall off and be...
Page 37: ... them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Maintain orreplacesafetyand 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 o...
Page 38: ...n the state of California the 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 Craftsman product is design...
Page 39: ...Fiat Washer _ 1 I J 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 4 Steering Wheel Adapter J I I l l l l J 1 5 16 Lock Washer Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Seat 0 1 Seat 1 Washer _ 1 Knob Keys Oil Drain Extension I 2 Keys Slope Sheet Battery 2 Hex Bolts 2 Nut Keps 7 ...
Page 40: ...nels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat 3 Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1 Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position front wheels of the tractor so...
Page 41: ...tion NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions Seat Label Terminal NOTE You may now roll your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid WARNING B...
Page 42: ...se review the following checklist _ AII assembly instructions have been com pleted v No remaining loose parts in carton _ Battery is properly prepared and charged _ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely V All tires are properly inflated For ship ping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory _ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cuttin...
Page 43: ...d or property damage IGNITION SWITCH MOWER LIFT DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY _ _ CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION _l_lllltINtl 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 ...
Page 44: ...sed to engage the mower blades or other attach ments mounted to your tractor ATTACH M ENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for de clutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LI...
Page 45: ...osition 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 _IIOAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position TO ...
Page 46: ... clockwise to engine ON position ROS ON Position Engine ON Position Normal Operating TO OPERATE ON HILLS _WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope guide at the back of this manual Choosethe slowest speed before starting up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills if stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch ...
Page 47: ...ngine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur 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 Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral position 3 Move attachme...
Page 48: ...ences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished jJ If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesir able clumps Allow grass to dry b...
Page 49: ...this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator _pindle abuse or negligence To receive full value Zerk from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made pc 2 2 _ront Wheel Bearing riodically to properly maintain your tractor Zerk 3indic Front Wheel g Zerk At least once a season check to see if you should make ...
Page 50: ...is engaged any attempt by the operator to go into reverse should shut off the engine ROS ON Position Engine ON Position Normal Operating When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace be...
Page 51: ... If engine has been operated for an extended period of time immediately prior to draining oil oil will be hot Drain Hole _ Drain Plug Slide oil drain extension under oil drain hole drain hole may be flush with or protrude from engine block side wall Make sure backface ofoil drain extension is flush with engine side wall Make sure bottom lipofoil drain extension is lined up with bottom of oil drain...
Page 52: ...em Remove blower housing and clean area shown to prevent overheating and engine damage Clean out chaff and debris Air Screen 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 sections 2 Place newfuel filter in position in fuel line wi...
Page 53: ...verto raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor remove the front links and hook the clutch spring into square hole in frame Flat Washer Clutch Spring Clutch Spring Retainer Spring Anti Sway Bar Collar Belt Keel TO INSTALL MOWER 1 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position 2 Slide mower unde...
Page 54: ...h front links an equal number of turns The two front links must remain equal in length When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment _ Mandrel Both Front Links Should be E ual in Length Bottom edge Bottom edge of mower to_ _ _ofmowerto is n _ _ Suspension Arm Lift Link Nut_ _i _ Adjustment o 5o_ FRONT TO BA...
Page 55: ...neutral position The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brake needs to be serviced Contact a Sears or other qualified service center TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL 1...
Page 56: ...If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal Tighten securely FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact a Sears or other qualified service center TO S...
Page 57: ...tor 4 When replacing hood be sure to recon nect the headlight wire connector Hood Headlight Wire Connector Terminal Keps _ fNut Hex Bolt Positive Red Cable Negative Black Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1 Raise hood 2 Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill 3 Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill 4 Close hood INTE...
Page 58: ...om 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 fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines ...
Page 59: ...es 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 section 10 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or replace battery...
Page 60: ...e mandrel 3 Loose damaged part s 1 Faulty operator safety presence control system CORRECTION 1 Recharge or replace battery 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Check all wiring 4 Check replace solenoid or starter 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 Re...
Page 61: ...ravel speed too fast 3 Wet grass 4 Mower deck not level 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Level mower deck 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 leaves and trash around man...
Page 62: ...all axle key at rear wheel See TO REMOVE WHEEL in the Service and Adjustments section Engine backfires 1 Engine throttle control not sel 1 Move throttlecontrol between when turning between half and full speed fast half and full speed fast position engine OFF position before stopping engine before stopping engine Engine dies when 1 Reverse operation system ROS 1 Turn ignition key to ROS ON tractor ...
Page 63: ...pes 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 Hogd page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the ang...
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