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LAWN TRAOTO
20.0 HP,* 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.25355
This
product
has a low emission
engine
which
operates
differently
from
previously
built
engines.
Before
you
start
the
engine,
read and understand
this Owner's
Manual.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers
to your questions
about this product,
Call:
1-800-659-59t7
Sears Craftsman
ttelp Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
SEARS,
ROEBUCK
AND CO., HOFFMAN
ESTATES,
IL 60179
U,S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
*A_ rated by the engine manufacturer
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- Page 1 Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-59t7 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman ttelp Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U,S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *A_ rated by the engine manufacturer...
- Page 2 Operation ..........Maintenance ........LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For t_wo (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears...
- Page 3 d_IjDANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. d_IbWARNING: In order to prevent acciden- Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to tal starting when...
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Page 4: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
• Alwayskeepthe machinein gear when IV. TOWING goingdownslopes.Donotshifttoneutral Tow only with a machine that has a hitch andcoast downhill designed for towing. Do not attach towed • Avoidstarting,stopping,or turningon a equipment except at the hitch poinL slope,lfthe tireslosetraction,disengage • Followthemanufacturer'srecommenda- the bladesand proceedslowly straight tion for weight limits for towed equipment downthe slope,... - Page 5 GENERALSERVlCE • Checkbrake operation frequently.Adjust • Neveroperate machine in a closed area° and service as required, • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the Maintain orreplace safetyand instruction equipment is in safe working condition. labels, as necessary. Nevertamperwithsafetydevices, Check Be sure the area is clear of bystanders...
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Page 6: Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase a new tractor, It has been designed, engi- Gasoline Capacity 2.5 Gallons neered and man ufactured to give you the best and Type: Unleaded Regular possible dependability performance, Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) Should you experience problem... - Page 7 iJ_lll ................. Slope Sheet Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (2) Keys "four new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes, When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating...
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Page 8: Check Tire Pressure
NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the _'CHECKLIST skid, Followthe instructions belowto remove the tractor from the skid, Before operate your new tractor, wish to assure that you receive the best WARNING: Before starting, read. performance satisfaction from this derstand and follow... - Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, ÷ REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ®...
- Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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, Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American...
- Page 11 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...
- Page 12 TO MOVE FORWARD The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4", The heights are measured from the BACKWARD ground to the blade tip with the engine not run- direction and speed of movement ning. These heights are approximate and may controlled by the forward and reverse drive...
- Page 13 TO OPERATE ON HILLS Select desired height of cut with attach- ment lift lever. ,_WARNING: Do not drive up or down Start mower blades by engaging attach- hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not ment clutch control. drive across any slope.
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Page 14: Before Starting The Engine
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Sit on seatin operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake, CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL Move attachment clutch to disengaged The engine in your tractor has been shipped, position° from the factory, already filled with summer 4o Move throttle control to choke position. - Page 15 PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled _CAUTION: Never engage or disengage best mowing performance, See "TO freewheel lever while the engine is running. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this To ensure proper operation and performance, manual, it is recommended that the transmission...
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Page 16: Before Each Use
IVlrJ_IIN I _N/_NL;I= SCHEDULE Check Brake Opera|Jan ..Check Tire Pressure V #' ,..................Check Opei',_tor P{e_ence & nOS Sy,_temr, Check lor Lq.o,,se Fasteners ..C Chec!_iRep!,a,ce Mower Blades 6/',_ Lubrication Chart Clean Battery and Teimina]s ..... Check Transaxle Cooling .. - Page 17 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- • When the engine is running with the forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, if tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt...
- Page 18 TO CLEANBATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi*viscosity oils Corrosion anddirt on the batteryandtermF (5W30, 10W30 etco) improve starting nalscan causethe batteryto "leak"power. cold weather, they will result in increased 1, DisconnectBLACKbatterycablefirst oil consumption when used above 32°R then RED batterycableand remove Check your engine oil level more frequent- batteryfrom tractor, ly to avoid possible...
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Page 19: Clean Air Screen
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Use gauge on oil fill capldipstick checking level, For accurate reading, To insure proper cooling, make sure the insert dipstick into the tube and push grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- down firmly into place before removing° nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean... - Page 20 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, 3. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key, Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
- Page 21 ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION Insert end of link (E) into hole in front ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole mower bracket and secure with in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor washer and retainer spring (J)_ chassis and secure with retainer spring°...
- Page 22 TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT Make sure tires are properly inflated to the IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side- PSI shown on tires_ Iftires are over or under to-side. inflated, it may affect the appearance of your To obtain the best cutting results, the mower lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly.
- Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage The mower blade drive belt may be replaced parking brake. For assistance, there is a without tools, Park the tractor on level sur- belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.
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Page 24: Maintenance
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- MENT TERY Shouldyourtransmission requireremoval f or _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gener- serviceor replacement, i t shouldbe purged ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame after reinstallation and beforeoperating the and smoking materials away from batteries. tractor. - Page 25 REPLACING BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE n_asWARNING: Do not short batter,/termi- Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug_ in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind by allowing awrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time° the dash, Before connecting battery,...
- Page 26 ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- which leads to separation and formation age at the end of the season or if the trac- acids during storage° Acidic gas can dam- will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the tractor age the fuel system...
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHAR+f: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank See "TO START ENGINE" in Engine not "CHOKED" properly, Operation section+ Engine flooded+ Wait several minutes before attempting to start, Replace spark plug Bad spark plug. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting Chart
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center 3LEM CAUSE CORRECTION ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,, ,,,,, Eng" le clicks but Weak or dead battery Recharge or replace battery will ot start Corroded battery terminals, Clean battery terminals, Loose or damaged wiring, Check all wiring Faulty solenoid or stader,... - Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center !CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Faulty operator-safety presence Check wiring, switctles and Engine continues to ! connections.. If not corrected, control system run when operator contact a Sears or other leaves seat with attachment...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Light switch is "OFF" Turn light switch "ON" Headlight(s) working Bulb(s) or tamp(s) burned out, Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). (if so equipped) Faulty light switch. Check/replace light switch.
- Page 31 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury_ operate your tractor up and down the faoe o fslop_, never across the face. Do not m ow i l _ slopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
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