Sears 917.25953- Manuals

ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. T 0 ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper t...

ASSEMBLY Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi- temaining hex bolt, flat washer,' ' ' nal with and hex nut ....... .................... . lock washer tighten securely, • Close battery box door. Open battery box door for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard­ ware), • In...

ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7) • Install two latch hooks to muicher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. » Tighten hardware securely. • Raise and hold...

OPERATION jhese symbols may appear on your tractor or In literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. Q BATTERY © . .... FUEL 1 . I MOWER LIFT /o\ /A CAUTION OR WARNING I f 4 I REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW STOP {' a| a ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGH...

OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR ComparetheiliustrationswithyourtractortofamiiiarizeyoursGifwiththelocationsofvariouscontroIsandacljustments Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the A...

OPERATlOîSi 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 the spectac...

OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens­ing switch., Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged wil! shut off the engine, « Select desired height of cut • Lower mower with attachment...

OPERATION ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, dean, 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 a...

OPERATION ■ Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. Afterthe engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 1 iViAiNTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DA 'ES Check Brake Operation 1 / 1/ Check Tire Pressure % / ✓ T Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ ✓ p Sharpen/Repiace Mower Blades 1/4 AcT Lubricallon Chart 6 / 6 / Check Battery Level/Recharge ✓ e 0 C...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte­ nance, 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 ...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi­cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger wll! extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals ciean. • Keep battery bolts tight • Keep small vent holes open. • ...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITiES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera­ tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cie...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES VlUFFLER nspect and replace corroded rrruffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as It could create a fire hazard and/or damage, SPARK PLUGS =tep)ace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever xcurs first. Spark plug t...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORWNG ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTIVIENTS: 0 Depress ciutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. « Place motion control lever in neutral {N) position.« Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED” position.« Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key.« Make sure t...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See ’•PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manuai). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SI...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL ^ • Remove mower from tractor {See TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 29) The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, It may be adjusted at the friction pac...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood, « Pull bulb holder out of the hole In the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb In holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the griti. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cau...

STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wit! not be used for 30 days or more. A CAUTION; 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 cool before storing i...

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION WiH not Start 1- Out of fuel 1. Fill fuel tank. 2 Engine not “CHOKED" p rap s riy, | 2 See 'TO START ENGINE'' In Operation section. 3 Engine Koodsd, ; 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4- Bad spark piug. 4 Replace spark plug. S Dir...