Craftsman 917 270512 Users Manual
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Owner's Manual [RAFTZMAN + 14.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model NO. 917.270512 • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance \ • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating 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, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Maintenance......................................... 17 Service and Adjustments............ ._,..... _.21 S_ificetions ........................... 5 Storage................................................. 27 ..........:............................ 8 Troubleshooting.................................... 28 __o_.;..._;-...,.i..:;_ ..... :..... ,_.............. 11 Repair Parts ......................................... 34 Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover Maint_ance_chedule, ...... _,...,............. 17 •.Warranty ............. _;.................................. 2 LIMITI_D "1"_O yEAR W'AR_AN_Y ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For twct (2)_eam irom tl_ d4te oi purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained,I,_.u.ubrilcat. a _ tu!p'edup_according to the instructions in.the owner's manual, Sears vtill r_paie_dt or rr_, place, frlee o.fcharge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. ' .... This W4rrar_ty a_es !_otc[pvel_: • Expendable items which bc_,co_e worn during normal use, such as blades, spark • plugs|air [clea_ers, belts,eic. Tire r_pla_em_nt or redair _aused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thom_, stlJmp_, or glas'_, i ; • Repa_'s n_ce_ary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident dr th_ failbre to m&intaln the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. • Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from 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 the battery at 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 Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. - Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and throw_ by the blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. 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. • 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 the guard in place. • Slow down before turning. • Never leave a running machine unat-.. tended. Always tum off blades, set-parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. 2 •Tum off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Do not try to stabilize th_ ma'Ollfh-eby putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children, Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.Never assume that children wUlremain where you last saw them. • Keep childrer_outof the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsibleadult. .... • Be alert and tum machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere witl" safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. SERVICE SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor.related to lossof-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overtum the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: * Do notturn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-otis, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the rn_ac_in-e-Fridoors. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is 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 tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. • Stop and inspect the equipment if_you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. .q • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer'srecommended pa_ when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicingthem. • Check brake operationfrequently. Adjust and service as required. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. 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. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and tum machine off if children enter the area. • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overtum the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, tum slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. ,_Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. _)LWARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to_cause can_cer, birth defects, or other repro.ductive harm. across= ACAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. ,4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Shouldyou experience any problemyou cannot easily remedy, please contactym nearest Sears AuthodzJi_!Sal;I_ Center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to serviceor repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructionswill enable you to assemble and maintainyour tractor properly.Alway, observe the =SAFETY RULES". GASOUNE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .030") Champion RC12YC MAINTENANCE VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .003"-.005" EXHAUST: .005"-.007' A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product.Contact your neares Sears store for details. GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: "IST 1.1 2 ND 1.4 3RD 2.2 4TH 3.2 5 TH 4.4 6 TM 5.0 REVERSE: 1.4 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 12 PSI CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATI'ERY: AMP/HR: 25 MIN. CCA: 190 CASE SIZE: U1R BLADE BOLT TORQUE: AGREEMENT CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES _. • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under =Maintenance" and =Storage" sections of this owner's manual. _WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should 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 should be maintained in effective 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. A spark arrester for the muffler is-available throug_ your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). 27-35 FT. LBS. CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performani;e. R Parts Bag contents shown full size Metal Screws (2) Sheet #10-16 x 1/2 _ 3/8-24 (1) Locknut (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Parts packed separately in carton D Seat Video Cassette Steedng Wheel Steering Boot Manual I Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size Steering Wheel Insert Slope Sheet (2) Keys __ Steering Wheel Bushing teering | 7 i i u Adapter Your new tractor hasbeen assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembledfor shipping purposes.To ensure safe and proper operationef_youfdk_t6i" all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correcttools as necessary to insureproper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY FOR • Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid. Insert A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listedbelow. (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Utilityknife (2) 1/2" wrench (1) Pliers (1) PhillipsScrewdriver (1) Tire pressure gauge When rightor left hand is mentioned in this manual, itmeans, fromyour point of view, when you are in the operatingposition (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE CARTON TRACTOR ._ _ Large Flat Washer Sheet Metal Screw Steering Wheel FROM Steering Bushing SteeringWheel Adapter _ toe n0 UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from shipping carton (See page 6). • Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four comers of shipping carton, and lay panels flat. • Check for any additional loose parts or boxes and remove. BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR SKID A'n'ACH STEERING WHEEL 3/8-24 L_knut Tabs Steering (Assembly Position) SteeringShaft:/ , _ ,,',,' (Shipping .,,,,'_,"....... Position) ""....... ."-'---..._ ,' F Tab Slot OFF • Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft. • Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash line up with steering bushing. Install two (2) sheet metal screws and tighten securely. • Position steering boot over steering shaft. • Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure. • Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft. • Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. • Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.. • Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 Iocknut and tighten securely. • Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID Operation section for l_ti6h_-n_ function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor. 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR-TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • 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 Pan ,Label Battery Box Door INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove cardboard pacldllg o'_ pan. • Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt securely. • Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. • Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. • Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. • Get off seat without moving its adjusted position, • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Terminal Seat Terminal Seat Pan Shoulder Bolt Rat Washer Adjustment Knob ;'i ...... ii 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factoryfor shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is importantfor best cutting performance. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWINP_ CHECKLIST: • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS 4' / ,/CHECKLIST / •/ For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS .... ,/ ,/ See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM ,/ ,/ After you leam how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton. Battery is propedy prepared and charged. (Minimum I hour at 6 amps) Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. All tires are propedy inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated .at the factory). Be sure mower deck is properly level_ side-to-side/fFont-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properl! inflated for leveling). Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulle_ and inside all belt keepers. Check wiring. See that all connection,, are still secure and Wires are properly clamped. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUF TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION T¢ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: 4' Engine oil is at proper level. ,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ,/ Become familiar with all controls - thei location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. ,# Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with _ Leam and understand their meaning. p_.,_ t BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE LOCK LOCKED ! FAST SLOW LIGHTS ON " OVER TEMP UGHT UNLOCKED R N H L <® 31 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY IGNITION 11 FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S TRACTOR MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING . ._3t._'; "_ YOUR , • Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the loc_.hons_T" various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Ignition Switch __ Light Switch ThrottleChoke Control Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift =;Lever - ; Clutch/Brake Pedal ( . -. Height Adjustment Postions :... Gearshift Lever Parking Brake Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIGHT SWITCH: and off. THROTTLE/CHOKE GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release Tums the headlights on CONTROL: .... .... Used for starting and controlling engine speed. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for attachment lift lever when changing its position. declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging (-). 12 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or perfor_m._g.an_justments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety _ask'b_-"_-r the spectacles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. TO SET PARKING BRAKE • Depress clutch/brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position and hold. • Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure. AttachmentClutchLever IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignitionswitch in any positionother than =OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged (dead). NOTE: Under certain conditionswhen tractor is standing idle withthe engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,always stop engine when _l_pping tractor on grass areas. CAUTION: Always stoptractor completely,as describedabove, before leavingthe operator's position;to empty grass catcher, etc. THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle. • Operating engine at less than full throtThrotUe/Choke _ 'Engaged"Position tle reduces the battery charging rate. Controllever " _ • Full throttle offers the best bagging and _ _ "Disengagedmower performance. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is Pedal "Ddve" Clutch/B _ _._ Parking controlled by the gearshift lever. Posi ._ /'Engaged• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral __osi_on t_ \ _2._._ Brake (N) position. _ Gearshift • Move gearshift lever to desired posi"Disengaged" "_ Lever tion. Position "Brake"_osition • Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to STOPPING start movement. MOWER BLADES IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete • To stop mower blades, move attachstop before shifting or changing gears. ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED" Failure to do so will shorten the useful life position. of your transaxle ............. GROUND DRIVE TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT • To stop ground ddve, depress The position of the attachment lift lever clutch/brake pedal into full =BRAKE" determines the cutting height. position. • Grasp lift lever. • Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi• Press plunger with thumb and move tion. lever to desired position. ENGINE The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • Move throttle control to slow position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to =backfire". •Tum ignition key to =OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use choke to stop engine. 13 • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is f_,quipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut. • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disenage attachment clutch-control. AUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the discharge guard in place. Attachment Lift Lever High Position Low ,:'_ Attachment Clutch Lever Position =Engaged" Position =Disengaged" ge Position • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshiftlever is in neutral (N_ position ..... • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transportingyour tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE, OIL LEVEL • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, alreadyfilled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See =OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual. _--_ ADD GASOLINE O OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope. A slope guide at the back of your manual is provided for your use. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowingis necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement. * To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline: Purchase-fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good ,_dAweather starting. RNING: Experience indicates that 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 er longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) • When engine starts, move th_ thrnttl_. controlto the fast positi6_. • The attachments and ground drivecan now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restartthe engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or peranent damage may occur. CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. 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. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in-neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry. COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F AND BELOW) • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position untilthe engine runs roughly, then move throttle controlto fast position. This may require an engine warm. up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature. • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period. NOTE: At a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 E) the carburetorfuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual. 15 MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas_ start by tuming to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished • 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 undesirable clumps. Allow gra,s,_o d_ before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower the best cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best pe_ormance of the attachment being used. f ]l ,, 16 J CUSTOMER RESPONSIBlUTIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE " ^eVOUCOM ETE • REGUI./_R SERVlCE , Check Brake OperaUon Check .._"d _ _ ,e_./_.. _ -_ _/'€'t_'_-'_/_'_"I,,";'_'_[ERVICE .DATES V' Tire Pressure _' _' Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Check forSystems Loose Fasteners _ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades LubricaUon Chart T Check Battery Level R c_an VP7 _. Battery and Terminals/Recharge I_ S/ Adjust Blade Belt,(s)-Tenslon .... _, Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension ll_s !k/ ._:- !k_ Change Engine Oil _,= V' BE Clean Air Filter C;ean Air Screen G; Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace 011 Filter (If equipped) _t.a N Clean I_:_ Engine RepUte_ Cooling _= V'= Fins mug I/' Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge -- V' _= Replace Fuel Filter V' 1 - Change more often when operating trader = heavy load or if= high ambient 2 - Service more oRen when operating In dirty o€ du_y €ondltlons. 3 - If equippedwlth oil _ter. change olevorySOhour=.. temperatures. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS S - ff equll=ped with _lJusteble system. 6 - Not requlre
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