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MODEL NUMBER 917.251561

OWNER'SMANUAL

• Assembly
• Operation
" Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER ASSrSTANCE HOT LINE, CALL TH_S TOLL FREE NUMBER:

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1-B00-659-5917

SAFETY RULES
Safe OperatiOn?ractices-for

Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT:
THIS CUTTING
MACHINE
IS CAPABLE
OF AMPUTATING
HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING
FAILURE
TO OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
iNJURY
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GENERAL

OPERATION

Reed, understand,
and to_low a_l instructions In the manual
and on the machine before slatting
Only allow responsible adul[s, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine
C{ear the area of ob ects such as rocks, toys wire, etc,
which could be pcked up and {1rowe by the b ads
Be sure the area Is clear of other people before mowing Slop
machine if anyone enters the area
Never carry passengers
Do not mow tn reverse unless absolutely necessary
Nways
look down and behind balers end while becking
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
it at anyone
Do not operate the mower without either the
entire grass catcher or lhe guard in place
Stow down before tumlng
Never leave a running maohtne unattended,
Always tu re elf
blades, sat parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dlsmountlng,
Turn off blades when not mowing
Stop engine before removing grass calcher or unclogging
chute

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Watch lot holes, ruts, or bumps.
Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine
Tallgrasscanhideobstscfes
Use slow speed Choose a low gear so lhat you will not have
to stop or shill while on the slope.
Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations
for whee!
weights or counterweights to Improve slabiltty
USa extra care wt[h grass catchers or other at.tachments
These can change the stability of the machine
Kaepalimevamantonthesfopeestowandgraduaf,
Donut
make sadden changes In speed or direction
Avoid staffing Dr stopping on a slope. It tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the
slope,

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SERVICE
Use extra care in handling gasoiine and otherfuels, They ara
flammable and vapors are explosive
Use only an approved container,
Never remove gas cap or add fuel wtlh the engine
running
Allow engine to cool belora refueling Do not
smoke,
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Never refuel the machine indoors
Never store the machine or fuel conlatner inside where
there ls an open flame, such as a water heater
Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight
and keep equipment in good condition
Never leaper
wilh safely devices
Check their proper
operation regularly.
Keep machfne free el grass leaves, orother debris build-up.
C san oil or fuel spillage
Allow machine to coot before
alodng
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Mow up and down slopes, not across
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, ate

Never carry children
They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with sale machine operation
Never allow children to operate the machine
Use extra care when approaching blindcornea
shrubs,
trees, or other objects thai may obscure vision

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Slopes are a major factor related Io loss-of-control
and
tipover accidents,
whlch can result in save re Injury or deafh
All slopes require extra caution,
ff yotJ cannot back up the
slope or if you feel uneasy on It, do nol mow it

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Keep children Out of the mowing area and under the watchful
care of another responsible adult
Be alert and turn machir_e og tf children enter the ares
Before and when backing, took behind and down for small
children

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OPERATION

DO.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents
can occur it the operator
is not alert to Ihe
presence
of chlIdren
Children
are often attracted
to the
machine
and the mowing
actMty
Never
assume
that
children wH! remain where you last saw them.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light
Do not operate Iha machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Watch for Iraflte when operating near or crossing roadways
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into
a trailer or Iruck
SLOPE

OBJECTS.,
OR DEATH,

Stop end inspect the equipment
if you strike an obiect
Repair, il necessan/, before restarting,
Never make adjustments or repairs with tire engine running,
Graescatcher components
are sub eel to wear damage, and
deterioration,
whfeh could expose moving parts or allow
objects to be throwm
Frequently check components
and
replace with manuiacturer's
recommended pads, when necessary
Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the b}ade s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them
Check brake operation frequently
Adjust and service as
required,

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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible
Do not mew near drop-otis, ditches, or embankments
The
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel Is over the edge
o! a cltlf or ditch, or il an edge caves in
Do not mow on wel grass. Reduced traction could cause
eliding
Do not hy to stabilize the machine by putting your loot on the
ground
Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes,

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safety
precautions.
It means
Look for IhI8 symbol
point out ImporCAUTION|If
BECOME to ALERTIII
YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

DO NOT:
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CAUTION:

Always

disconnect

spark

plug

spark
plug
in order
to prevent
eccldentsl
wire end
place
wtre where
It cannot
contact
starting
when setting
up, transpodlng_
adjustEng or making repair s.

WARNING &
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.

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PRODUCT

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears
Tractor
tt has been designed, englheered and manufac..
tured to give you the best possible dependability
and
pefformance_
Should
remedy,
Service
petent,
service

you experience any problem you cannot easily
please contac! your nearest Sears Authorized
centedDepadment
Department. We have comwelt-trained technicians and the.proper tools to
0_"repair thts tractor.

Please read and retain this manual
The inskuctions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your tractorproperly]
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"
MODEL
NUMBER

917 25t 56t

SERIAL
NUMBER

SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER:

22 5

GASOLINE CAPACITY
AND TYPE:

3 5 GALLONS
UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API_SF/SG):

SAE toW30'(above 32"F)
SAE 5W-30 (batew 32_F)

O_L CAPACITY:

W!FILTER:
42 PINTS
W/O FILTER: 3 7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
(GAP- .030")

CHAMPION RC12YC

VALVE CLEARANCE:

NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH):

FORWARD; 0 - 5 6
REVERSE; 0-25

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT: 14 PSi
REAR:
I0 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM:

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY'.

AMP/HR:
MfN CCA;
CASE SIZE:

BLADE BOLT TORQUE:

30.-35 FT LBS.

DATEOFPURCHASE
THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND
ON A pLATE UNDER THE SEAT
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL N UMBER AND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE..

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
This Iractor is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and should not be'used on or near any
unimproved torest-.covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped
wilh a spark attester meeting applicable local or state taws
(if any) If a spark arrestor is used, tt should be maintained
in effective working order by lhe operatOr.r

AGREEMENT

.A Sears Maintenance Agreement ls available on _his prod_
uct ContacJ your nearest Sears store for de|&its

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

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Read and observe the safety rules

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Fol!ow a regutar schedule in maintaining
using your tractor
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Foitow the instruct_ons under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage'* sections of this owner's manual

in the state of California the above Is required by law
(Section 4442 ol the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar taws Federal iaws apply on
federal lands A spark arrestor for the muffler is available
through youi" nearest Sears Aulhorized Service Center/
Department (See REPAIR PARTS section ol this manua )

caring ferand

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LIMITED

TWO

YEAR WARRANTY

35
280
UtR

ON CRAFTSMAN

RIDING

EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from Ihe date of purchase if thisCraftsman R_dtngEquipment telmainla ned, ubficated and laned up according
to fhe instructions in the ewnePs manuaF_Sears wll!repair or replace, tree of charge, any parts found to be detective in maledal
or Workmanship '
This Warranty does natcover.

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Expendable ilems which become worn dadng normal use such as blades, spark plugs• air cleaners, bells, elc
Tire replacement or repair caused by puncturesfrom outside objecls, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or gtass
Repa|ts neeesse_ because of operator abuse, negligence, improperstorage or accident or 4hafailure to maintain the
equipment according to the lnstruction_ containedtn the owner's manual
Riding equipmenlused for commercialor _nlal purposes.

LIMITED

90 DAY WARRANTY

ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any batlen/]ncruded with ths rid ng equipment proves defecllve in matedal or
workmanship and our testing determines the balten/will not hold a charge, Sears wt_ireplacethe bat ery a! no charge
IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30
DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS
FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY'SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER, (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE
AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF' PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WiLL APPLY ) THIS WARRANTY
APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES
This _/artanty gives you specIflc legal rights, end you may also have other rights which may van/from state to stale
SEARS, ROEBUCK
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AND CO, Dt817 WA, HOFFMAN

ESTATES,

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
RULES
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2
PRODUCT
SPECtFtCATIONS.....,:._
....... _...._..o...; ...... 3
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
.......................... 3, 16-19
WARRANT'Y
_...: ....................................
_............................. 3
TRACTOR
ACCESSORIES
.......................................
5,15
ASSEMBLY"
.....................................
i..........................
7-t0
OPERATION
......... ,:...............................................
_....... t2-16

MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
..o: ..................................
17
SERVICE
AND ADJUSTMENTS
.............................
21-27
STORAGE
....... _._................................................................
28
TROUBLESHOOTING
............... :.....................
,..... 29-30
REPAIR
PARTS - TRACTOR
..............................
_ 32-50
REPAIR
PARTSENGINE ........................................
51-58
PARTS
ORDERING/SERVICE
...............
BACK COVER

INDEX
A
Accessories

.......................

;.........

Operallsn .............................
....

Adjustments;
Brake
Carbu_'eter ..........................
Clutch Putley ...........................
Gauge Wheels .............
Mower
Front*To-Back
..................
Side-To-Side
...................
Threltle Control Cable. ..........
Air Filler. Eng!ee ............................
Air Screen, Engine ..........

22
21
27
20
; 19

Assembly

7.10

23
27
23
t4

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B
Battery:
Charging ..............................
Cleaning .................................
Starting wilh Weak Bailer,/ .....
Storage.,
.= .......... : ................
Terminals ........
: .....
Belt:
Motieh Ddve
RemovaL/Replacement
Mower Drive
Remeva_Replecemenl
Mower Blade Drive
RemovaltReplsoement
Blade:
Sharpening

........

.........

........

...........................

Replacement
Brake Adjustment

_,,

.............

.......

: ............

Adjustment

....................

Filter:'
Safely Rules
........................
2
Air Filler
20
Seat ...............
,
....
:
B
Fuel ...................................
20
Service end Adjuslment8
.....
,
21-27
Oil.........................................
20
Carburetor
:...... ......
_,
27
Fuel:
Clutch Pulley ................
;::. _ ..... 23
Storage .........................
28
FUSe ..............
;_,;, .......... : ........ 26
Type
............................
, 15
Hood Remova!/Inst@llatien
........... 26
Fuse ,
,........................
26
Motion Ddve Belt
'_
Removal/Replacement
....
22
Mower Drive Belt"
H
Removal/Reprasemeni
......
22
Headlights
26
Mower Blade Drive Belt
Hood Removal/lnstaliation
..... : :, , 26
Removal/Replacement
• . 23
Mower Adjustmef_t
Froat-lo-Bsck
...........
22
L
Side-to-Side'
...................
:, 21
Leveling Mower Deck ....................
22
Mower RemovaVtnstallaiFon
....... ;. 21
Lubdcalion:
Tire Care ........... _
8.16.25
Chan
.....................................
17
Slope Guide Sheet ...................
59
Engine
...........................
t9
..........................

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..............

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Clutch Pulley ...................
Conlrola, Tractor ..................

27
:......
:.

Spark Plug(s)

23
12

Cuslomer Responsibilities ........
17-20
Engine:
Air Filter
20
Air Screen
........................
19
CscItng Eins ..... : .............
20
Engine OII ......................
t5,19
Fuel Filter
20
Spark Ping(s) ............
20
Tractor:.
BatterY ...........
:
......
tB
Blade .......
..................
18
Lubrication Chad .......... ;:,:...... 17
Maintenance
Schedule ....... _., 17
Tire Care ......................
&tB,25
Trsnssxle
...................
19

M
Matnlenanee
Mower:

.........................

Height, Mower

...............

Scheduie

Specifications
.....................

Adjustment,
Front4e..Back.
.....
Adjustment,
Side-4o-Side
......
Blade Replacement
..............
Blade Sharpening
.....
Cutting Height ..:.................
installation ......................
Operatisn
_......................
Remdval
...............
_... ..

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Culling

.,,:

.........

...............

C
Carburetor

............

........................

F
8
20
25
28
t9

, 12-16

Etectrtcati
Operating Mower . :
14
Interlocks and Relays ..........
26
Options:
Schematic
;
3t
Accessories ,: ................. , ...........
5
Wiring Diagram ..................
32
Spark Arrestor ..........:.: ........
3,40
Engine:
Air Filler ....................
20
P
Atr Screen
..........................
t9
Paddng Brake ....................
, ....
13
Cooling Fins .................................
20
Paris Bag ........
:* 6
OIl Change ......................
19
Oil Level .............................
15
Pads, ReplacemenVRepair.:.
32-50
Oil Type ...... ; .................
15,19
Product Specifications
.................
3
Preparation
..........
',..... : 15
Repair Pads ......................
51-58
R
Starting
................
_ ,, ,15-16
Storage .....
_......... : ...........
28
Repair Parts
.............................
32-50

Mowing TIps _ ...................
Muffler .....................
Spark Arrestor ......................

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22
2.1
18
18
!3
21
t4
2t

16
: ..... 20
3,40

O
Oil:
Cold Weather Conditions
..... 15,19
Engine
19
Storage ..............................
2B
.........................

Starting

.......

the Engine

.................

:.................

..........

15-16

SteedngWheel
,, ........... 1...,
Stopping the Tractor ...........

,7,24
13

Storage ........................................

T
Throtile Control Cable AdjUstment
',
27
Tires
....................................
8,1B,25
Troubleshooting Chart ......
Transaxle
..... .............

.....

29..30
19

W
Warranty
Wiring
Wiring

.............................

Diagram ...................................
Schematic
.................

32
3!

ACCESSORIES
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AND ATTACHMENTS

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These accessories end attachme n!s we re r_vailable through most .Seam retail outlets and ae trice centers
Most Sears stores can order these Items for you when you provide the model number el your tractor

ENGINE

when the tractor was purchased;

MAINTENANCE
FUEL STABILIZER

AtR FILTER

BLADES

BELTS

PERFORMANCE
Sesrs offers'a wida varietyof sttachments thatflt your traetor Many of these are lisled betow w_thbrief explanattons ef how theycan help
you; This tlstwas current at the timeof pobflcalion; however, it may change in fuIure years - more attachments may be added, changes
they be made In these attachments, or some may no longer be available or tit your modet Contact your nearest Sears store for the
accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.
Most of these altachments do not requl_eadditional hitchesor conversionkits (those that do are indicated) and ere designed for easy
attaching and detaching
AERATOR promotes deep reel growth for e healtr_y la_n. Tapered
2 54nch sleet spikes mounted on 104nob diameter discs punciure
holes in soit st dose Inlervais to tel moisture soak tn Stselweighttray
for trnCreaaedpenetration
BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

SLEEVE CULTIVATOR Is 43 inches wide, Prepares ground for
seeding, helps weed control Sloe! frame holds 5 edtuslsble sweeps,
Adjusts vertically, horizontally
(Requires sleeve hitch ) Optional
accessory:
steel furrow opener tot wider openings for potaloes,
cam, and other deep-seeded crops

CARTS make hautfng easy Vadety of sizes avallab!e, pius accessories such as side panel kits, fool caddy, cart cover, proteclJve mat and
doily
CORING AERATOR takes smaii plugs out of soilto allow moisture
and nuidenls to reach grsss roots, 36-inch swath 24 hardened steel
codng tips 150 lb. capacity weight trsy

SLEEVE HITC H for use wiih master till system
uncauptss

DISC HARROW has 2 gangs of 4 steel blades that angle from 10 to
20 degrees, 40 _nches wide Can hook 2 units in tandem (Requires
sleey_h_ch )
DOZER BLADE removes snow; grades dirt, sand sod gravel 48
Inches wtde, 17Inches high, clears 44-inch path whe_ angled, Master
i_ft control lever Ior op e refer ease Spring frtp for snow remover on
uneven I_avement; buiiNn float for blade to foliow ground contour,
Reversible, replaceable scraper bar (Use with tire chains and wheet
we!g_ts'lsn_or rear drawbat welght_)
EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes ell changes easier, faster
FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters In trent of mower deck to reduce
chances o! "scslptng" on uneven lerraln_
GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at
once, such as sweepers, delhatchers, aerators (not Ior use with
rollers ca_e or other heavy attachmenls)
MULCH RAKFJDETHATCHER
loosens eoif end Itips thalch and
matted {saves to lawn surface lot easy pickup Twenty spdng tine
teelh Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding, Available for tronl or
rear mounting,
HIGH PERFORMANCE
REEL-ACTION
SPRING
TINE DETHATCHER covers 36qnch wlde path end losses thatch Into
large hopper Mounts behind tractor
PLOW turns soil 6 inches deep, cuts t 0-Inch farrow Crank adjustmeet controls deplh_ 3-position yoke sets width. Hea'Jy sleeHendside
lot slralght furrowing (Requires sleeve hllch }
RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you 10ad and unlcad Itactm" from a
pickup truck Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber
REAR GRADER B LAD E is 42 Inches wlde and operated from ddve r's
seat Reversible steel blade can be angled at 30 degrees for g_adtng
Reverses for pushing Snow backwards
(Requires sleeve hitch )
ROLLER [or smoother t'_,v,,'n
eudar._, 36_Inch wlde, 1Soinch diameter
water-tight drum he{de up to 390 }bs of weight. Rounded edges
prevent harm to tuff Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum

Stngts pin couples/

SNOWTHROWER
has 42-inch swath
Drum-type auger h_ndles
powdery and welrneavy snow Mounts esstlywtlh simpie pin srrsngement. Discharge chute adjusts Irom tractor s._st E-inch diameter
spout dtscharges snow to to 50 feet Lift controlled at tractor sest
(Use with chains and who et weights end/or rear drawbar welghl )
SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electdc meier thai connects 1othe tractor
battery or other 12welt source
Includes booms for automatic
spraying and hand held wand ior spotspraytng
Wend has adjustable
spray pattern, For applying herbicides. Insecticides, fungicides and
tiqutd fedilizers
SPREADERISEEDERS
make seeding, fertilizing, and weed killing
BaBy Ercado_stspresdarsarsatsouselultorgrenularde-icersand
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SWEEPERS let you collect grass cIipplhgs and {eave s
TILLER has 8 hpengtne topmpsre seed beds, cullivste, and compost
garden residue. Chain-drive transmission. Six I t ,inch dtameler one
piece heat-trsaled steel tines,, Tills 304nch path, (Requires sleeve
h_{ch ) Or use 5 hp to',;v-behtndTILLER with 36qnsh swath to prepare
seed beds, cultFvate sod compost garden residue. Tiller has its own
built-to Jill and depth oontroI system and does NOT require e sleeve
hIlch, Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor, Simply hook up 1o the
tractor drswbar end gel Optional accessories for 5 hp tilter convert
unit lor dethstching, aerating, hiUing Without toots
TIRE CHAINS a re heavy duty; closely spaced exlra.iarge cross links
give smooth ride, oulstandtng tracfton
TRACTOR CA B has heavy duty vinyl fabric overtubular steel frame.
ABe ptasfic top; clear plastic windshield offers 380 degree vlsibility
Hinged metal doors with cstch,
Keeps operator warm and dry.
Remove vinyl sides and windshields'for use o's sun prolecter in
summer,
Optional accessories
Include:
lintedltempered
solid
sorely glass windshield wilh hand operated wiper; ?2-vstt amber
caulionlight
fsr mounting on cab fop
VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings end teaves
Opt lonst wand attachment to pick up dab rJsin hard-!o-roach pl&ees
VAO/CHIPPER includes s chipper-shredder.
WEIGHT BRACKET lor drawber for snow remqve/appl_catlona, Can
be mounted on f reel el tractor {or plowing applications Uses (1) 55
Ib weight
WHEEL WEIGHTS for tear wheels provide needed traction Tot snow
removal or dozing heavy ma_etists

CONTENTS

OF HARDWARE

PACK

Parts packed separately in carton

Parts Bag contents Shown full size

(1) Shoulder Bolt
5/!6qB

Seat

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/t6 x 12 Gauge

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Video
Cassetle

Steering
Wheel

(3) Re,ainer Springs (doub|e ,oop)

Manual

Steering
Sleeve

J,,

Parts Bag

4) Retainer Springs (single loop) _'
*"

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(_etoiner

Springs

io"

(4) Clovis P_n_
J.

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(2)Washers

_i;) Fron,
t,n,,
Assemb,,es
_'

Wheel
Steering
Insert

C
(2) Keys

(2) Hex Bolts

1t4-20 x 3/4

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(2) W_shers 9/32

(2) Hex Nuts 114-20

(2) Lock Washers

x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

3;'a

1,/4
Slope Sheet

ASSEMBLY
YOU_"new tractor has been assembled at the factory wit" the exception ofthOSe paris le_ssembled
for shipping purp0ses_.
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all paris and hardware you assemble must be tightened Securefy.. Use
the cor'rect tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. '

TOOLS

REQUIRED

FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket Wrench set wilt make assembly easier
wrench sizes are listed

Standard

(2) 7/16" wrenches

Tire pressure gauge

(1) 1/2" wrench

Utflity knife

(1) 9/16" wrench
(t)

3/4_' socket with drive ratchet

When i'ight or left hand Is mentioned in fhls manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (seated
behind the steering wheel)

TO REMOVETRACTOR

FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON
•

Remove atl accessible loose parts and parts cartons
from carton (See page 6)

Cut, from top Io bottom, along lines on all four corners
of carton, an d toy panels fla!.
Remove mower and packing materials

"
•

Check for any additional
remove

BEFORE

ROLLING

loose parts or cartons and

TRACTOR

OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 'I)

FIG. 1

•

Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large fiat washer
from steering shaft

PosiIIon front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing
straight forward.

TO ROLLTRACTOR
section for location

Slide steering sleeve over sfeedng shaft.

•

Posilion sl;eerfng whee! so cross bars are horizontal
(_eft to right) andsiide onto steertng wheel adapter

Press lift tever ptunger and ratse altachment
Its highest position

•

Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex boil,
lock washer and large fiat washer previously removed
Tighten securely..

Rete&se
pedal

•

Place freewheel control In freewheeling posilten
disengage transmission .(See "TO TRANSPORT"
the Operation section of this manuat)
Roll tractor forward off skid

.
•

Remove mower and packing materials
Remove ties from V-belts

•

Snap steering
wheel

wheat

insert into center of steeffng

•
Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill
IMPORTANT; CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES
IN SKID THAT MAY PU NCTUR E TIRES WHERE TRACTOR
tS TO ROLL OFF SKID

OFF

SKID

(See Operation
of controls)

and function

p_.rking bt'ake by.depressing

ltfHever to

clutch/brake
to
In

ASSEMBLY
;ONNECT

BATTERY

iii ,nuHu

Adjust seat before tightening

•

knob,

•
•

Positive terminal must be Connected
first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

•

Tighten shoulder

,,
•

Lower seat inlo operating position and sl! on seat
Slide seat untila comfodable position is reached which
allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way
down

•

Get off seat wilhout moving its adjusted positton.

•

Raise seat and tighten adjustmenl

1..1

•

J,,,,

Lilt hood to raised position
Open terminar access doors, remove terminal protec• tire caps and discard..
If this battery is put into service alter month and year
indicated on label (iabel located between terminals)
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6=10 amps.

•

adjustment

CAU_rlON: Do not short battery terminals., Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets,
wristwatch
bands, rings, etco

•

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

(See Fig,2)

,m,U,l

Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.
Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder
• Assemble adjustment
DO not tighten,,

First connect RED battery cable to posi{ive (+) battery
terminal with hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer and hex
nut as shown, Tighten'secUre{y

knob and flat washer

bdtt.,

_oosely.-

bolt securely

knob securely,

SEAT

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex boEt,flat washer, lock
washer and hex nut. Tighlen securely
Close terminal access doors

Use terminal access doors for:
•

_hspectton for secure conneclions (to tighten hardware),

•

inspec(ion

•

Tesling battery

for cbr_osion

•

Jumping

W.SnER

(if required)

ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

Periodic charging
DISCARD
TERMINAL
PROTECTIVE
CAPS

HEX NUT

LOCK
WASHER

FIG'. 3

FLAT
WASHER
HEX
BOLT

CHECK

TIRE

PRESSURE

The fires on your tractor were overinflated at the faclory for
shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for
best culting performance.
,.
TERMINAL
ACCESS
DOOR

:"
POSITIVE

,-"

Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
on page 3 of this manual

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

(RED)
CABLE

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see
that the brake is prqperty adjusted
See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" !n the Service and Adiustments seclion of this
manual

°':_ .
NEGATIVE
(BLACK)
CAeLE "

'FIG. 2

ASSEMBLY
INSTALl. MOWER AND DRIVE BELT
(See Figs, 4 and 7)

Retain wllh double
down as shown

Be sui'a tractor ts on leve! surface and mower suspension
al'ms are raised with attachment llft control. Engage parking brake.

loop retainer springs

with ioops

•

Connect anti-sway bar to chasss bracket under left
footrest and retain with double loop relainer spring

•

Turn height adjustment
knob clockwise
slack from mower suspension

to remove

Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts
Swing sntFsway bar to Jeffside of mower deck_

Raise deck to highest pos!tion_

Stlde mower under tractor with discharge guard to right
side of tractor,

•

Assemble gauge wheel bars to brackets using clevis
pihs and doubie toop retainer springs,

iMPORTANT; CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING iN
ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES, INSTALL BELT1NTO
ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE

Assemble gaugewhee[s asshown us_nglongshoutder
bolts, 3/8 washers, and 3/8-16 canto rlOcknuts. Tighten
securely.

•

Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown
in the Operalton section of this manual,

•

lnstatl one front link in top hole of the LH, front mower
bracket and L H front susper_ston bracket. Retain with
two singte loop retainer spdngs as shown

•

InstallsecondfronttinkinR.H
only and retain with singte
shown.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

frontsuspensionbracket
loop retainer spring as

For best cutting results mower shouldbe properly eveled
See."TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Serv ce and
Adjustments section oI this mantJal

Stide right side of mower back and Install linkin top hole
of R,H, front mower bracket
Relain with single loop
retainer spring as shown.,
Turn height adjusfment
stops.

knob c:ountercfockwise

CHECK' FOR PROPER
BELTS

unt[t it

•

Lower mower ltr_kage with attachment

•

Place the suspension arms on inward pointtng deck
pins, If necessary rock and raise front of mower to
alton deck pins with the holes in suspension arms.

POSITION OF ALL

See the ftgures Ihat are shown for replacing motion, mower
drive, and mower blade drive beets In the Service and
Adjustments section of thts manuaL Verify that the belts are
routed correctly

lift control,

FRONT

FRONT
LINKS

BRACKETS

CHASSIS
ANTI-SWAY

DOUBLELOOP
RETAINER
SHOULDER

L,H. GAUGE

SINGLE
LOOP RETAINER
SPRINGS

GAUGE
WHEEL
3_
WASHER

MOWER
BRACKET

31S-16
CENTER
LOCKNUT

USE PLIERS FOR
RETAINER SPRINGS

DISCHARGE
GUARD

PULLEY

LOOP
RETAINER
SPRINGS

FIG_4
9

,i,,nnlnlnl,i

,I lu,,i

III

ASSEMBLY
i_,,,,u,i,

i i

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,/CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRA CTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEtVE
THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA C TION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT
PLEASE REVIEW
,/

.,,z No remaining
,/

THE FOLLOWING

All assembly instructions

CHECKLIST:

have been completed

loose parts in carton.

Battery Is properly prepared and charged.
1 hour at 6 crops)

Seat is adjusted

AI{ tires ere properly lnflated_ (For shipping purposes,
the tires were overmflated at the factory).

Be sure mower deck _spz:operty leveled s_de4o-sidei
front4o-rear for best cutting rest._tts° (Tires must be
properly infla!ed for leveling)..
Check mower and drive belts, Be sure they are routed
properly around pulleys and inside all bell keepers,

J
,/

comfortably

(Minimum

and tightened securely

Check wiring See thai all connections
and wires are properly clamped

are still secure

Before driving tractor, be sure freewhee! control is in
drive position
WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA A TTENTtON TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
ITEMS:

Engine oil ts at proper level.

v'
•/

Fuel tank is filled With fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline
Become familiar with all controls - their location and
function. Operate them before you start the engine

Be sure brake system is tn safe operating cond[tIen

It is important to purge the transmission before operat-:
ing ydur tractor Ior the first time. Foflow proper starting
and transmission purging )nstnlcltons (See '%0 START
ENGINE" and "PURGE.TRANSMISSION"
in the Op_eration section of this man'Jal).,

_ t

•

OPERATION
m

These symbols may appear on.your tractor or in literature suppFied with Ihe product

E:3&
BATTEFIY

CAUTfON

Learn and understand their meaning..

t
4!,
OR

REVERSE

FORWARD

CLUTCH

FAST

SLOW

WARNING

@
ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF

OIL PRESSURE

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

DIFFERENTIAL

LIGHTS

PARKING

LOCK

REVERSE

MOWER LIFT

NEUTRAL.

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

_':'_r,_,_

HIGH

BRAKE

UNLOCKED

®SI

LOW

PARKING

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENG_GED

' i-'_ _:

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

LIGHTS OFF

LOCKED

HYDROSTATIC
DANGER,

FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

BRAKE

OPERATION
•

•

......

,,,,,,, ,,,,,i,

, ,,

, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,_,

i, ,

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR,
Compare the I{iustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourseif With the focalion of various controls and adjustments.
this manual for future reference
THROTTLE

AMME'TSR
.

Save

COHTRDL
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH
SWITCH

÷ " " ....

UFTLEVER
PLUNGER

CROKECONTROL

HOUR
METER

CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL

LIFT LEVER

IGNITION SWITCH
HEIGHTADJUSTMENT
KNOB

PARKING BRAKE
LEVER

MOTION
CONTROL
LEVER

FREE WHEEL CON"i'ROL

FIG,, 5
Our tractors conform to the salary standards

of the American

National Standards

ATTACHMENTCLUTCH
SWITCH, Usedto engage mower
btades Or ether'attachments mounted to your tractor

FREEWHEEL

LIFT LEVER- Used to raise and tower mower deck or other
attachments mounted to your tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the en_jine_

Ct.UTCHtBRAKE

PEDAL

- Used for dectutching

- Used to controt engine speed.

transmission for

AMMETER - indicates battery charging (+) or dfscharglng
(-),
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks c)utch/brake pedal Into
the brake position

and

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT
heighL •

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine,
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headt!ghls on _nd off_
cONTROL

* Disengages

pushing or stowly towing the tractor with the engine off

braking the lractor and sta ding the engine
MOTION CONTROL - Selects the speed and direction of
tractor

THROTTLE

CONTROL

institute°

HOURMETER

KNOB - Used to adjust the mower

- indicates hours of ope_'atlon_

OPERATION
.u,
i

iii iiiii ,11,,,11iiiii ii

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can resu t l
in severe eye damage. Always wear Safety glasses or aye shields while operating your tractor
or performing any adjustments
or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the
spectacles or standard safety glasses,

.,,HHH

HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR

NOTE: Undercedaln conditions when unJtis standing idle
with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass To eliminate this possibility,
always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)
Your tracfor is equipped with an opera!or presence sensing
switch.
When engine is running, any atlempt by the
operator to leave the seat Without first setting the parking
brake Will shut off the engine.
•
Depress clutch/brake pedat into full "BRAKE" position
and hotd
•
Place parking brake tever In"ENGAGED" position and
releasepressurefromc}utch/brakepedal
Pedalshould
remain in "BRAKE" posi!tOno Mak_ sure parking brake
wiil hold tract6r secure
PUSHiN TO
"DISENGAGE"

THROTTLE
CONTROL

LEVER

"ENGAGE'_

TO USE

o.o,o,o2%,

PEDAL"BRAKE" \ \

TO USE CHOKE
CONTROL (See Fig. 6)
Use choke €ontrol whenever you are stading a coldengine.
Do not use to slart a warm engine
•
To engage choke conlroL pull knob out. Slowly push
knob in to disengage

ATTACHMENTCt.UTCH
SWITCHPULLOUTTO

_,---=--,_.

i _'_

\\-_'-'_

pletely, a s described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty
CAUTION:
Always stop tractor corn:
grass catcher, etc..

THROTTLE

CONTROL

(See

Fig. 6}

Always operate engin_ at ful] throttle
•
Operallng engine at tess than full throttle reduces the
baltery charging rate
•
Full Ihrattle offers the best baggirlg and mower performance

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
(See Fig, 6)
The direction and speed o_movement is controlled by lhe
motion control lever
_-_

t
POSITION

I /

_'-_.

.EI .

KNOB
"DIS ENGAGJSD'"

POSITION.

"X
BRAKE
"ENGAGED"
POSFION

STOPPING (See Fig, 6)
clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

•
•

Release parking brake and clutch/brake peda!.
Slowly move molion control lever todesired position,

•

Turn knob counterclockwise
()¢%} to lower'cutilng
height
The culling height range is approximately 1-1/4" Io 4-1/2"
The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip
with the engine not running
These heights are approxi;
mate and may vary depending upon soil csndittohs, height
_?lgrass and types of grass being mowed.

•
Depress clutch/brake pedal into lull "BRAKE" position.
•
Move motion control lever to neutral (N) poe!lion
IMPORTANT:
THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES
NOT..RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSIT!ON WHEN THE
CLUTCHtBRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED
ENGINE •

Start tractor wilh motion Control lever in neutral (N)
position

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
(See Fig_ 6)
The cuttingheight is controlled by turninglhe height adiuslment knob in desired direction
• Turn knob clockwise ((-_1)to raise cutting height,

FIG: 6

MOWER BLADES o
•
Move attachment
posilton
GROUND DRIVE -

•

CONTROL

•

Move throttle control tO slow (.,=_) position.

NOTE:
Failure to move throttle control to stow (,,a_)
position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may
cause engine to "backfire"
•

Turn ignition l
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