Page 2 - This Warranty does not cover:
TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty...................................... ............ 2 Maintenance...... ................. ..................17 Safety Rules................................ ............ 3 Service and Adjustments.... ..................21 Product Specifications................ ............ 6 ...
Page 3 - SAFETY RULES; Wash hands after handling.
SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. A w ARNING: In order to prevent ac cidental starting when setting up, trans porting, adjusting ...
Page 5 - Use stow speed. Choose a low gear
SAFETY RULES Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.Never carry children. They...
Page 6 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; REPAIR PROTECTION; Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement; Some limitations and exclusions apply.; SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE; For Sears professional installation
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 1.25 Capacity and Unleaded Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 10W30 (above 32T) (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32“F) Oil Capacity: W/Fllter: 4.0 Pints W/0 Filter; 3.5 Pints Spark Plug; Champion RC12YC (Gap: .040") Ground Speed Forward: (MPH): 1st 1.2 2nd 1.5 3rd 2.4 4th 3.5...
Page 7 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; steering Wheel
UNASSEMBLED PARTS steering Wheel o Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28x1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Seat (1) Washer ^ 17/32x1-3/16x12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Us...
Page 10 - y CHECKLIST
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of muicher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower d...
Page 11 - OPERATION; Learn and understand their meaning.; ai; le; Hi; Failure to follow instructions
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H L 141 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ai © 0 © c© ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED PARKING BRAKE UN...
Page 12 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR; Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHiS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety standards of ...
Page 13 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR; TO SET PARKING BRAKE; Ac; TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL
FORESnHTK BETTER 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 performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over specta...
Page 15 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL; TO START ENGINE
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube a...
Page 16 - MOWING TIPS; • Always operate engine at full throttle; MULCHING MOWING TIPS
COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50“ F and below) 6. When engine starts, leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly. Once rough running begins, immediately move the throttle control to the fast position. Engine warm-up may take from several seconds to several mi...
Page 17 - MAINTENANCE; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; The warranty on this tractor does not; BEFORE EACH USE; Check operator presence and; LUBRICATION CHART; Do not oil or grease the
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation ✓ ✓ Check Tire Pressure ✓ ✓ Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems ✓ Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ ✓ 5 ✓ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades ✓ s Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓ Check Battery Level Clean Battery ...
Page 18 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; BLADE CARE
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Mainta...
Page 19 - TRANSAXLE COOLING; ENGINE; LUBRICATION; ENGINE OIL FILTER
NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. 1...
Page 20 - AiR; CLEAN AiR SCREEN; CLEANING
AiR filter Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1....
Page 21 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, ggpoRE PERFORMING ANY; TO REMOVE MOWER
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, ggpoRE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. 4. Turn ignition key to “STOP” a...
Page 22 - TO; TO REPLACE MOWER SLADE DRIVE
TO level mower housing Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT• Raise mowe...
Page 23 - With Parking Brake “Engaged”; TO jijEPLAQg MOTION Qpivg
Mandrel With Parking Brake “Engaged” Your tractor is equipped with an adjustabie brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checke...
Page 24 - WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
”T‘FiV\NS/^iXkl-.iE NI^U TRAL ADJUSTMENT The transaxie should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows; 1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). NOTE: When the tracto...
Page 25 - INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
TO iDIZ!^^P^\/IГ r^AO.i tZQ. OiZX/CrPQIZ KtlVIUVt L/At5Lc:Of KEiVizKot ORDER- 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. Weak or Dead Battery Fully Charged Battery R£P|_/^Q|f4Q A w ARNING: D o not short battery terminals by allow...
Page 27 - STORAGE; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
STORAGE immediately prepare your tractor for stor age at the end of the season or if the trac tor will not be used for 30 days or more. A c AUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline In the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to coo! before stor...
Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED" 2. See “TO START ENGINE” properly. in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes b...
Page 31 - SCHEMATIC
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 SCHEMATIC IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE^^ OFF M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L RUN B+A1 NONE START B + S +A1 NONE NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS RELAY WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IFVI/IRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UN...
Page 32 - REPAIR PARTS; ELECTRICAL
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 ELECTRICAL 22 32
Page 34 - CHASSiS AND ENCLOSURES
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 CHASSiS AND ENCLOSURES 2S9 Chassis-Laser -It.stli.... 39
Page 35 - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
TFiACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEYNO. PARTNO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 187846X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 11 174996 Panei, Dash, L.H. 13 172105X010 Panei, Dash, R.H, 14 17490608 Screw Thdro! 3/8-16 x ...
Page 36 - GROUND DRIVE
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 GROUND DRIVE 36
Page 38 - STEERING ASSEMBLY
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 STEERING ASSEMBLY -38 1 2 39 1 38
Page 40 - ENGiNE
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 ENGiNE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170545X505 Controi, Throttte/Choke 38 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy 2 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread 40 124028X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line Cutting 1/4-20 X 1/2 44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, 3 .....
Page 41 - LIFT ASSEMBLY
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring W/Plunger 15 173288 Link Front 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc 3 105767X Pin Groove 17 175689 Trunnion...
Page 42 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180597 Seat 12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 2 180166 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (bik ) 13 121248X Bushing Snap Bik Nyl 50 Id 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd S...
Page 43 - DECALS
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273170 DECALS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 156368 Decal, Open Instr. 13 191018 Decal, Dash Pane! 2 192060 Decal, Replacement 14 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 3 186280 Decal, Hood, R.H. 15 179128 Decal, Deck В 42” 4 186281 Decal, Hood, L.H....
Page 44 - MOWER DECK
Page 55 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION; oi; CTin
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION oi oi CTin VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV VVVVVVWVVvT' ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. I I I I i - I I ' I I I I I i - I I WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of siopes, ne...
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