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Call: 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
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IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
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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. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- _WARNING: In order to prevent tion and do not point it at anyone.
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• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with • Mow up and down slopes, not across. safe machine operation. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc.
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• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall •...
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Purchase AGREEMENTS your Repair Protection Agreement today! Congratulations on making a smart pur- Some limitations and exclusions apply. chase. Your new Craftsman® product is For prices and additional information call 1-800-827-6655. designed and manufactured...
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi- Adiostment tion (seated behind the steering wheel).
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6. Start the engine.After engine has JCHECKLIST started,move throttle controlto idle Before you operate your new tractor, we position. wish to assure that you receive the best 7. Releaseparkingbrake. performance and satisfaction from this 8. Slowlydepress forwarddrive pedal and Quality Product. drivetractor off skid.
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING DRAKE PARKING DRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED...
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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Hourmeter Switch Position Ignition Attachment Clutch Switch Switch Ammeter Drive Pedal...
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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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
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TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT Select desired height of cut. The position of the attachment lift lever Start mower blades by engaging tachment clutch control. determines the cutting height. TO STOP MOWER BLADES • Grasp lift lever. _cengage attachment clutch control.
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NOTE: To protect hood from damage To avoid engine problems, the fuel system when transporting your tractor on a truck should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and engine and let it run until the fuel lines and secured to tractor.
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• If the engine starts to run roughly, pull 5. Shut off engine and set parking brake. the choke control out slightly for a few 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in "transmission seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.
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E ILL,.OATES AS YOU COMPLETE DATES REGULAR SERV,CE _'_.,//_'/_" S E R V IC E Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners m_'s Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely BRAKE OPERATION (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat stopping distance at high speed in highest...
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NOTE:The original equipmentbattery on SAE VtSCOS_TY GRADES your tractor is maintenancefree. Do not attemptto open or removecaps or covers. Adding or checking levelof electrolyteis not necessary. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANT]CIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...
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CLEAN AIR SCREEN 7. Refill enginewith oil through oil fill dip- sticktube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Forapproximatecapacitysee "PROD- chaff to prevent engine damage from UCT SPECIFICATIONS" s ection of this overheating.
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CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. tractor unless the engine and transmis- of all foreign matter. sion are covered to keep water out. Water •...
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IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout- • Using the lift lever, place mower in ing in all mower pulley grooves. position where no part of the mower, 3. If equipped, turn height adjustment including gauge wheels, is touching the knob counterclockwise until it stops.
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BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE Suspension EQUAL IN LENGTH Lift Link ustment FRON_TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side- to-side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust Nut "C" both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side.
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18.Engagebelt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket. R.H. Mandrel Belt Tension Rod Cover (Disengaged Electric Clutch Position) Pulley Idler Pulleys R.H. Mandrel Spring Arm R.H. Suspension Primary Idler Arm 9. Remove any dirt or grass which may TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE have accumulated...
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17. Reinstall mower to tractor (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section manual). Secondary Idler Arm Idler L.H. Pulley ;ing Mandrel Secondary Mandrel Mower Blade (Secondary) Drive Belt R.H. Mandrel TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE 4. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in "transmission Your tractor is equipped...
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TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ REPLACEMENT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a Should your transmission require removal belt installation guide decal on bottom side for service or replacement, it should be of left footrest.
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If your battery is too weak to start the 6. First connect RED battery cable to engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT- positive (+) battery terminal with hex TERY" in the Maintenance section of this bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten manual).
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TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your Headlight Wire tractor to a Sears or other qualified service Connector center for repair and/or adjustment. High speed stop is factory adjusted. not adjust - damage may result.
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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- ance indicates that alcohol blended fuels age at the end of the season or if the trac- (called gasohot or using ethanol or metha- _witt not be used for 30 days or more. nol) can attract moisture which leads to WARNING: Never store the tractor separation and formation of acids during...
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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. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 3. Clean underside of mower Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. continued) housing. 4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. not rotate (con't) drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273280 MOWER DECK 130 4_...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273280 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 72110612 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 175820 138017 Bracket Asm. Sway Bar Pulley Idler Fiat 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uric x 1 Gr. 5 4939M Retainer Spring 178024...
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...< ¢dl'l i-I, .124 _-94 \103 _-110 6-Sealant (Joint d' etancheite) 57-20W50 Oil - 78,80Z (OZ de 78.820 d' Huile) 127 -SeaI and O-ring Kit (Phoque 0 Sonne Jeu)
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273280 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 336-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Arm, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 178782 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170415 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170416 Compression Spring Brake Anti-...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273280 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777TYPE NUMBER 0121-E4 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Throttle Shaft Kit 690231 Cylinder Assembly 499805 Float-Carburetor 499806 499585 Bushing-Cylinder Fuel Transfer Tube 391086 ,Seal-Oil 499803 Q :I: Gasket-Float Bowl 690069 Sump-Engine 690994 Choke Shaft Kit 693998 Head-Cylinder...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273280 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777TYPE NUMBER 0121-E4 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Cover-Air Guide Plate-Cover 865B 691015 690999 •+ Seal-Valve 499486 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 690968 Bushing-Guide 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 690969 Alternator Connector/Wire 447A 690960 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 399916 •+ Gasket-Exhaust...
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control, Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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