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PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS

 

Gasoline

4.0

Gallons

 

Capacity

Unleaded

 

and Type:

Regular

 

 

Oil Type

SAE

30

(above

32°F)

API-SG-SL):

SAE

5W-30

 

 

(Below

32°F)

 

Oil Capacity:

W/Filter:

3.5

Pints

 

W/O

Filter: 3.0

Pints

Spark

Plug:

Champion

RCt2YC

GAP:

.030")

 

 

 

Ground

Speed

Forward:

5.5

(MPH):

 

Reverse:

2.4

Tire Pressure:

Front:

14

PSI

 

 

Rear:

10

PSI

Charging System:

3 Amps

Battery

 

 

5 Amps

Headlights

Battery:

 

Amp/Hr:

 

28

 

 

Min. CCA:

230

 

 

Case Size:

UtR

Blade

Bolt

27-35

Ft. Lbs.

Torque:

 

 

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

*Read and observe the safety rules.

*Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor. , Follow the instructions under"Mainte-

nance" 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 unim- proved 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 re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- nia Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod- ucts, it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protec- tion Agreement can save you money and aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.

Here'swhat's included in the Agreement:

Expert service by our 12,000 profe- sional repair specialists.

Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs.

Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed.

Discount of 10% from regular price of service and service-related parts not covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte- nance check.

Fast help by phone- phone support

from a Sears technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus conve- nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service ap- pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. That'sthe kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come. Pur- chase your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information call 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-

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Contents Crrftsmrni Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited Warranty on BatteryGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationDo not III. ChildrenMow up and down slopes 15 Max, not across Customer Responsibilities Sears Installation ServiceProduct Specifications Repair Protection AgreementsSteering Wheel Unpack Carton Howto SET UP Your TractorTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from Skid Attach Steering WheelInstall Seat To Drive Tractor OFF SkidDischarging Install Mulcher PlateCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts@@@@@ Know Your Tractor To SET Parking Brake HOW to USE Your TractorTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height To USE Throttle ControlTo Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Operate On Hills To Stop Mower BladesTowing Carts and Other Attach Ments Before Starting the EngineTo Start Engine Check Engine OIL LevelPurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsBefore Each USE General RecommendationsLubrication CSFTires TractorBrake Operation Operator Presence SystemTransaxle Pump Fluid EngineTransaxle Cooling BeltsEngine OIL Filter Clean AIR ScreenAIR Filter Engine Cooling SystemSpark Plugs CleaningMuffler IN-LINE Fuel FilterTractor Service or AdjustmentsTo Install Mower To Remove MowerFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Belt RemovalTo Check and Adjust Brake To Adjust BrakeBelt Installation To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Start Engine with a Weak BAT Tery Replacing Battery To Replace Headlight BulbTo Remove Hood and Grill AS Sembly To Adjust Carburetor To Adjustthrottle Control CablePreliminary Setting Acceleration TestOther BatteryFuel System TractorTroubleshooting Chart ProblemCause Correction Problemcausecorrection VibrationProblem Cause Correction OFFTractor - Model Number Schematic BatteryTractor - Model Number Electrical KEY Part Description Harness, IgnitionTractor - Model Number 917.273823 Chassis and Enclosures 184265 Bezel Grille Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive KEY Part Description Transaxle See BreakdownTractor - Model Number 917.273823 Steering Assembly Tractor - Model Number 917.273823 Steering Assembly Optional Equipment Tractor - Model NumberEngine KEY PartTractor - Model Number 917.273823 Seat Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONTractor - Model Number Decals Wheels & Tires KEY Part DescriptionTire, Front Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly Ring173288 Link Front Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck STD624008 Retainer Spring 104 STD551110 Los 750 ID Brake Pad PlateFSl 1022 914 729 Casing Clamp Cylinder HeadPin-Piston ExhaustPump-Fuel Plate-TrimSuggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Your Home