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Model No.
502.2541

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11 P. LECTRIC START
8 SPEED = 30" MOWER
EA ENG!
I

CAUTION:
Read And Follow
All Safety Rules
And Instructions
Operating
Equipment.

This

Before

® Assembly
® Operation
• Maintenance
o Repair and Adjustment
® Repair Parts

F-88516

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL. 60684

U.S.A.

• PrTnted fn U,S,A.

SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Riding Vehicles
As Recommended by American National Standards Institute
17, The vehicle and attachments must be stopped and inspected
1.
Know the controls and how to stop quickly, READ THIS
for damage after striking a foreign object, All damage must
INSTRUCTION BOOK and any instructions furnished with
attachments.
be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment.
2.
Do not allow children to operate the machine. Do not allow
18, Do not change the engine governorsettings oroverspeed the
adults to operate tt without proper instruction.
engine.
3,
Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc.) which might
19. When using the vehicle with a mower, proceed as follows:
be discharged by the machine,
a. Mow only in daylight or tn good a_ifieiat light2
4.
Handle gasoline with care, It is highly flammable.
b, Never make a cutting height adjustment while the
a. Use an approved gasoline container.
engine is running if the operator must dismount.
b. Never remove the fuel cap or add gasoline to a running
c. Stop the engine before removing a grass catcher or
orhot engine oran engine that has not been allowed to cool
unclogging the chute,
for several minutes after running, Never fill the fuel tank
d. Check the blade(s) and mounting nut(s) for proper tightindoors. Clean up spilled gasoline.
ness at frequent intervals, Frequently check the blade for
wear or damage such as cracks and nicks, A blade that is
c. Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are
bent or damaged must be immediately replaced with a
dangerous,
factory replacement blade. For safety, replace the blade
5.
Always wear safety glasses or a eye shield when you operate
the unit to protect your eyes from foreign objects that can be
every two years, Frequently check the nut(s) that hold the
thrown from the unit, Always wear eye protection when you
blade(s). Replace damaged nuts and tighten loose nuts,
,'
make an adjustment or repairs to the unit.
20.
Disengage power to the mower before backing up. Do not
6.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipmow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only
after careful observation of the entire area behind the
ment is in safe working condition.
mower.
7,
Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into neutral
before attempting to start the engine,
21. Under normal usage, the grass catcher bag material" is
8.
Disengage power attachment(s) when transporting or not
subject to deterioration and wear. It should be checked
in use.
frequently for bag replacement. Replacement bags should be
9,
Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphil] or downhill,
checked to ensure compliance with the original manufacMow up and down the face of steep slopes; never across the
turers recommendations or specifications.
face, See the "Guide" in the back this book to check for
22. Do not operate the mowerwithout either the grass catcher or
safe operation,
guards in place, Read the instructions provided with the
1O, Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes and in
grass catcher.
sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control. Be especially
23,
Do not carry passengers, Do not mow when children and
cautious when changing directions on slopes.
others are present.
11, Stay alert for holes, rocks, roots in the terrain, and other
24.
Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a
hidden hazards, Keep away from drop-offs,
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
12. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
a. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
25. Take atl possible precautions when leaving the vehicle
b. Limit loads to those you can safety control.
unattended, such as disengaging the blade engagement _
c, Do not turn sharply. Use care when baektng,
control lever, lowering the attachment(s), shifting into neutral,
d, Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when suggested
setting the parking brake, stopping the engine, and removing
in the instruction book.
the key.
13. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
26,
Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condi14. When using any atiachments, never direct discharge of
tion, and keep safety devices in place and working,
material toward bystanders or allow anyone near the unit
27.
Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop the engine
while in operation.
before making any repairs or adjustments, The carburetor
15. Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop the engine
can be adjusted with the engine running.
before 1eaving the operator's position.
28, Wa!!; for all movement to stop before servicing any part of the
16. To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine free of grass, leaves,
29, ;:;Read and follow the instructions in this book concern ng
or excessive grease.
safety, and op§ration of the mower.
WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and must not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any), If a spark arrester is used, it must be maintained in effect!re working order by the operator,
In 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, See an Authorized Service Center for a spark attester for the muffler,

precautions. It means: "Attentionl
Become Alertl
Look for this symbol to point out important safety
Your Safety Is Involved/p

F-88516

This product is made to give you many hours of performance and
safe operation. To keep the unit in good condition, you must
correctly service the unit. For safety and performance, follow the
ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, and MAINTENANCE instructions. If you
can not correct a problem, see the nearest Sears Service Center.

CUSTOMER

RIDER FEATURES

Craftsman
ignition.

Air cooled and long life with solid state

Engine

All Gear Transmission
Eight forward speeds and one reverse
to let you select the correct speed for your type of yard. A drive
chain connects the transmission to an automotive type
differential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow all the assembly instructions. Correctly adjust the unit.
Carefully read and foltow the rules for safe operation. Inspect the
unit, Complete all maintenance on the unit, Know how to operate
all standard and accessory equipment on the unit, Make sure that
the operator can correctly operate the unit. Operate the unit only
with guards, shields, and other safety items in place and working
correctly. Service the unit only with authorized or approved
replacement parts,

RIDING LAWN

REAR ENGINE

Tilt Seat
The seat tilts forward for easy access to the battery
and the engine,
Side Panels
The side panels can be easily removed for access
to the engine. •
Mower Housing
The full-floating suspension and single blade
give an even cut. The lift lever has an eight position height
adjustment.

MOWER

ATTACHMENTS
Record in the space below the serial number and the date
of purchase of this unit.
The model number and serial number are found under the
seat on a plate attached to the seat support.

This unit can use attachments available at the nearest Sears Store.
This unit can pull attachments like a lawn sweeper, a lawn aerator,
or a hopper spreader, This unit can not use attachments that
engage the ground like a plow, a disk harrow, or a cultivator.

Serial Number:

MAINTENANCE

Date of Purchase:

A Sears Maintenance Agreement Is available on this unit. See the
nearest Sears Store for information.

AGREEMENT

Keep these numbers for future reference,

LIMITED

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

ON ELECTRIC START

RIDING

EQUIPMENT

For two years from the date of purchase,when thisriding equipment is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up accordingto the operating
and maintenance instructions in the Owner's Manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship in this
electric start riding equipment.
Thiswarranty excludesblade(s), blade adapter(s}, sparkplug(s), air cleaner, and belt(s),which are expendable and become worn during
normal use.
This warranty does not cover:
- tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects (such as nails, thorns, 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

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 will not hold a charge, Sears will replace th_ battery at no charge,
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTEP_'DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED
STATES. This 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 vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co,, D/698-731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, tL

F-88516

60684

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INDEX
S

A
Adjustments:
Blade Engagement Control .............. 15
Brake, Drive ......................................... 25
Carburetor ...........................................29
Chain, Front Drive ..............................26
Chain, Rear Drive ...............................27
Mower Housing, Level ...................... 22
Throttle Control Cable ....................... 29
Assembly ..........................................5 - 10
Attachments ...............................................3

Filter, Air ................................................... t 9
Fuel ............................................................12
Fuel System, Storage ............................. 30
Fuse ..................._................................ 32, 33

B

Maintenance .................................. t3 - 19
Air Filter ................................................19
Battery .................................................. 18
Blade ............................................. 16, 17
Blade Engagement Control .............. 15
Drive Brake ..........................................25
Drive Chains ................................. 26, 27
Engine Oil ..................................... 14, 19
Lubrication .......................................... 18
Muffler
Check ...................................................18
Spark Arrester ................................ 2, 18
Spark Plug ................................................ 18
Tires ...........................................................17
Mower Housing
Level .....................................................22
Remove and Install ............................20

Battery:
Charge ....................................................7
Clean and Check ................................ 18
Emergency Start ................................ 30
Install .................................................... 10
Storage ................................................30
Belt;
Motion Drive, Replace ....................... 21
Mower Drive, Adjust .......................... 15
Mower Drive, Replace ....................... 21
Blade, Remove and Install ..................... 16
Blade, Sharpen ......................................... 17
Blade Engagement Control'.
Adjust ...................................................15
Operation ............................................. 11
Brake Pedal, Operation ........................... 11

Lubrication ................................................ 18

M

O

C
Oil:
Carburetor, Adjust ...................................29
Chains, Check and Adjust ............... 26, 27
Charge Battery ...........................................7
Clutch/Brake Pedal
11
Controls ..............................................11, 1'2

Engine:
Carburetor ........................................... 29
Oil, Change .................................. 14, t9
Oil Level, Check .................................. 14
Oil, Type ...............................................14
Operation Speed Chart ..................... I2
Starting ................................................12
Stopping ..............................................12
Storage ................................................30
Throttle Control ........................... 11, 29
Trouble Shooting Chart .................... 31

F-88516

Check ...................................................14
Change .................................................19
Operation .......................................11 - 13
Mower Housing .................................. 13
Operate On Hills ................................. 13
Operate The Unit ................................ t3
Start Engine ........................................ t2
Stop The Unit ..................................... 12

P
Parts Bag

"

6

R
Repair and Adjustment ................ 20 - 30
Mower Drive Belt ............................... 22
Carburetor ...........................................29
Drive Chains .................................26, 27
Level Mower Housing ....................... 22
Motion Drive Belt ............................... 21
Mower Housing, Install ..................... 20
Mower Housing, Remove ................. 20

4

Safety Rules ................................................ 2
Seat ..........................................., .................. 9
Sharpen, Blade ......................................... 17
Shift Lever ................................................ 12
Side Panel, Remove ................................ 13
Slope Guide ..........;................................... 51
Spark Plug ................................................ 18
Speed Control Chart ............................... 12
Start Engine .............................................. 12
Steering Wheel ..........................................8
Stop, Riding Mower ................................ 12
Storage ......................................................30

T
Throttle Control Cable, Adjust .............. 29
Tire Pressure ..................................... 10, 17
Transmission, Friction Drive ......... 23 - 28
Trouble Shooting Chart .......................... 31

W
Warranty ...................................................... 3
Wiring Schematic .................................... 32

ASSEMBLY
SET UP
12
Your unit was carefully inspected and put in a carton for protection
from damage.
The unit is assembled except for the items shown on this page.
These items are in the carton with a bag of fasteners and loose
parts needed for assembly. Find and remove these items, The
fasteners and roose parts are shown on the next page.

HOW

TO REMOVE

11

FROM THE CARTON

To remove the riding mower from the carton, follow the instructions below.
I.
Open the top of the carton,
2.
The items shown at the right are in a small box. Remove and
check each item. Remove the small box.
3.
Cut each corner of the carton from the top to the bottom with
a knife.
4.
Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.
5.
Make sure the parking brake is disengaged,
6.
Move the lift lever to the HIGH position,
7.
Carefully push the riding mower backwards off the wood
frame,
TOOLS YOU NEED TO ASSEMBLE THE UNIT
I.
Adjustable wrench
2.
Open end wrench 1/2" - 9/16"
3.
Open end wrench 7/16"- 1/2"
4,
Blade type screwdriver
5,
Phillips screwdriver
6.
Low Tire pressure gauge
7.
Knife

F-88516

D-4656-2

I. Seat
2. Bezel
3, Steering VVhee|
4. Steering Post

5

" 5. Parts Bag
6. Owner's Manual
7. Battery
8, Battery Tray

9. Battery Acid
10. Bellows
11. Upper Console
12. Cover

PARTS
The fasteners

and loose parts are shown

(4) Hex Bolt
5/16" x 5/8"
For Seat
STD523106

beiow.

The fasteners

(1) Hex Bolt
5/16" x 1-1/2"
For Adapter
STD5231 t5

26x161
(2) Screw
#10xl/2" Type BT
For Console Cover

are shown

full size with the quantities

(2) Hex Bolt
1/4" -20 x 5/8"
For Battery Cables
STD522506

5/16" x 1-1/4"
For Steering Post

For Steering Wheel
STD523707

@

For Bearing
STD611005

(2) Locknut
I/4"-20

(1) Locknut
5/16"- 18

For Battery Cables
STD541425

For Adapter
STD541431

24582
(4) Hub Cap
For Wheels

().

(I) Hex Bolt
3/8" x 3/4"

15x66

Not shown full size

in brackets

6x90
(1) Bolt

(2) Screw

(4) Lockwasher
I,D, 5116"
For Seat
STD551131

55804
(1) Cover
For Battery Clamp

BAG - contents

(4) Washer
I,D. 1 !/3Z _
For Seat
STD551031

Not shown

fullsize

20107
(2) Seat Spring Cap
For Seat Springs

(2) Locknut
5/16"-18
For Steering Post (1)
For Batter/Clamp
(1)
STD54I 431

19x39
(1) Lockwasher

I.D.3/8"
For Steering Wheel
STD551237

Notsi_Own
futI size
20094Z
(1) Washer
I.D. 13/32"
For Steering Wheel

Not shown ful! size

56022
(1) Bearing
For Steering Post "

t 7xl 32
(t) Washer
I,D, .328"
For Steering Post

Not shown full size
Not shown

fuilsize

Not shown

Not shown

full size

55705

55253Z

55919

55911

(1) Tube, Oll Drain

(1 } Clamp, Battery
For Battery

(I) Cap
For Steering Wheel

(I} Adapter
For Steering WheeI

For Engine

91275
(2) Key
For Ignition
F-88516

futl size

54148
(t) Cable Cover
For Red Battery Cable

ASSEMBLY
HOW TO PREPARE AND
CHARGE THE BATTERY

Remove and discard
the metal tape, ,

IMPORTANT: Before you install the battery, add the battery
acid, (Electrolyte) to the battery, Battery acid wilt damage paint
and parts,
WARNING: Read the instructions included with
the battery acid container, Protect your hands
and eyes from the battery acid. Use clothing that
will protect you,
I.

2.
3.

4.

5.

If not Tnstalledon the battery, remove the vent capsfrom the
plastic bag, Read the instructions included with the vent
caps,
If medal tape covers the vents, remove the metal tape from
the vents. Discard the metal tape.
Pour battery acid into each battery cell until the battery acid
touches the bottom of the vent as shown. Do not add the
battery acid above the bottom of the vent. If you add too
much battery acid, the excessive battery acid will flow from
the battery when you charge the battery.
Wait 20 to 30 mTnutesbefore you put the vent caps on the
battery. The level of the battery acid can drop below the vent
described in step 3. Add more battery acid until the correct
battery acid level is reached, Install the vent caps, Wash the
top of the battery with water to remove any battery acid,
Discard the battery acid container and any battery acid that
was not used as follows. Fillthe container halffull with water.
Add baking soda and mix together using a piece of wood,
Add more baking soda until the solution does not foam, Discard the solution and wash the container with water. Destroy
the container.

Ve n]

Correct
Liquid
Level

WARNING: Whenyou charge the battery, do not
smoke. Keep the battery away from any sparks,
The fumes from the battery acid can cause an
explosion.
6,

Use a 12 volt battery

charger

to charge the battery.

0-5468
.... i'r,

A

DANGER

Charge at

BATTERY

a rate of 2 amperes for 3 to 4 hours, After the battery is
charged, check the level ofthe battery acid. If the level of the
battery acid falls, add water. Do not add battery
charged battery or the result can be an explosion.

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ACID WILL

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ovvne
The Model Number

is found under the seat on a plate attached

port. Arways give the Model
parts for your unit.

Model No°
502.2541

Number

when

to the seat sup-

you call for service

or order

Repair parts can be ordered from any Sears Service Center/Departments
most Sears Stores.

52

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

HAVE THE

repair

and

FOLLOWING

PART NUMBER
PART DESCRIPTION
MODEL NUMBER
NAME OF ITEM
ENGINE MODEL NUMBER

How to Order
Repair Parts

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service
units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians. Sears technicians have
the necessaryParts, tools, and equipment to meet the Sears pledge, "We Service
What We Sell",

F-88516

Sears,

Roebuck

and Co., Chicago,

IL, 80684

U.S.A.

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