Страница 1: ...erating 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 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman 586028101 The power rating as declared by the engine manufacturer is the average gross power output at the specified RPM of a typical production ...
Страница 2: ...use including but not limited to damage caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft or over speeding the engine Repairs necessary because of operator negligence including but not limited to electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil failure to kee...
Страница 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 ...
Страница 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 ...
Страница 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...
Страница 6: ...ntatives 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 Storage sect...
Страница 7: ...ted lines on all four pan els 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 seat 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 BATT...
Страница 8: ...ee 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 fo lowing checklist All assembly instructions have been com pleted No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Seat is adjusted comfor...
Страница 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...
Страница 10: ...sed for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH Used to engage the mower blades or other at tachments 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 ...
Страница 11: ...key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine iMPORTANT 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 stoppi...
Страница 12: ...evel surface 1 Adjust mower to desired cutting height See TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT in this section of manual 2 With mower in desired height of cut posi tion gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly offthe ground Insta l gauge wheel in appropriate hole Tighten securely 3 Repeat for all installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole 9 16 Put attachment lift lever in desired cuttin...
Страница 13: ...p or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual Choose the slowest speed before start ing up or down hills Avoid stopping orchanging speed on hills If stopping is absolutely necessary push brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake To restart movement slowly release park ing brake and brake pe...
Страница 14: ... cold weather starting CAUTION 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 To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run unti...
Страница 15: ...operating tractor for the first time This procedure will remove anytrapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor 1 Place tractor safely on a level surface that is clear of objects and open with engine off ...
Страница 16: ...ces 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 bef...
Страница 17: ...RECOMMENDATIONS 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 th...
Страница 18: ...he 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 Posit...
Страница 19: ...temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 c 1o 2 1 1 0 _o 1o 4 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE 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 running low on oil Change the oi...
Страница 20: ...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 flowto carburetor replacement is required 1 With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections 2 ...
Страница 21: ...te or paved area Place the at tachment clutch control inthe ENGAG ED position to remove excess water and to help dry before putting the tractor away _IbWARNING 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 mower with bolts and Ioeknuts Wa...
Страница 22: ...acket 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 engage...
Страница 23: ...ide 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 the Ope...
Страница 24: ...t is necessary see steps in Visual Adjustment instructions above 5 Recheck measurements adjust if neces sary until both sides are equal AI LW IA FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTM ENT 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...
Страница 25: ...entire 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 plat...
Страница 26: ...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 use tire 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...
Страница 27: ...d at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor 4 When replacing hood be sure to recon nect the headlight wire connector Headlight Wire Connector Seat Pan Terminal Nut Cover Negative Bolt Black Positive Red Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1 Raise hood 2 Remove bulb holder from the hole in the backside of the grill 3 Replace bulb in holder and install bulb holder securely back into the hole i...
Страница 28: ...needed 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 t...
Страница 29: ...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...
Страница 30: ... Engine valves out of adjustment 1 Worn bent or loose blade Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven cutting 11 12 13 14 2 Bent blade mandrel 3 Loose damaged part s 1 Faulty operator safety presence control system 1 Worn bent or loose blade 2 Mower deck not level 3 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 4 Bent blade mandrel Clogged mow...
Страница 31: ...ut 3 Faulty light switch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 5 Blown fuse Battery will not charge 1 Bad battery cell s 2 Poor cable connections 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 to dry before mowing 4 Level mower deck 5 Check tire...
Страница 32: ...ransmission 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 Engine throttle control not sel 1 Move throttle control between between half and full speed fast half and full speed fast position position before stopping engine before stopping engine ...
Страница 33: ...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 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 ang...
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