Sears 917.252714 manual Tractor, Brake Operation, Blade Care, Battery

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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 Adjust- ments section of this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- ancer).

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re- place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT OR PIN

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•Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade.

•Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

•Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown.

•Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

FIG. 14

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

•

Keep

battery

and terminals clean.

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Keep

battery

bo!÷_ tight.

•

Keep small vent holes open.

BLADE

MANDREL ASSEMBLY

TRAILING EDGEUP

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power.

FLAT WASHERs,

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LOCK

 

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 13

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

•Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

•Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

•Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual).

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Contents Ill IIHiIIIIIIIIIII//IHIIIIIIII 111 Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Maintenance AgreementLimited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment ModelContents Accessories and Attachments Engine MaintenancePerformance Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts bag contents not shown full sizeParts packed separately in carton To Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Unpack CartonConnect Battery See Fig Install Seat See FigCheck Brake System Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Assemble Gauge Wheels to MowerInstall Mulcher Plate See FigsTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Operation Know Your Tractor SpeedHOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Mower Cutting HeightTo Move Forward and Backward To Operate on Hills Before Starting the EngineTo Operate Mower See Fig To Transport See FigsADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsBefore Each USE Customer ResponsibilitiesGeneral Recommendations DatesBrake Operation BatteryTractor Blade CareTransaxle Pump Fluid EngineTransaxle Cooling BeltsMuffler To Service PRE-CLEANERTo Service Cartridge IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig Important if AN Attachment Other thanTo Level Mower Housing ServiceAdjustments GroundBelt Installation To Adjust Brake See FigTo Adjust AI-iACHMENT Clutch See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Adjust Motion Control Lever See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Attach Jumper CablesTo Remove CABLES, Reverse Order To Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays Final Setting To Adjust Throttle Control Cable SeeTo Adjust Carburetor See Fig Acceleration TestEngine OIL CylindersTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionPoints Engaged Poor cut unevenSchematic Tractor -- Model NumberServicing of UNIT, They Tractor --MODEL Number ElectricalKEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION UNCChassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description Repair Parts Tractor .. Model NumberDrive Steering Assembly Tractor - Model NumberTractor --MODEL Number Engine 1310Tractor - Model Number 917,252714 Seat Assembly Decals Wheels & TiresDescription Mower Lift 521 1617 18Repair Parts Mower Deck 136420 Mulcher Cover 110485X Bearing Ball Mandrel 1135 Lower Kohler Engine Model Number MV18, Type Number PS58560 Repair Parts Crankcase Crankcase Tractor -- Model Number Crankshaft Service Notes Service Notes Service Notes LLI If YOU Need Repair Service Or Parts For Consumer Assistance HOT LINE, Call this Toll Free NumberIll IIHiIIIIIIIIIII//IHIIIIIIII 111 Safety Rules Maintenance Agreement Contents Accessories and Attachments Hardware Pack Assembly Assembly Deck See Fig Checklist Operation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine ADD Gasoline Mowing Tips Customer Responsibilities Tractor Engine Cleaning Service and Adjustments Service See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Service and Adjustments Sc. w Storage Troubleshooting Points Points UnD Repair Parts KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Chassis and Enclosures Tractor -- Model Number Repair Parts Drive Tractor - Model Number Tractor --MODEL Number Optional Equipment Tractor - Model Number 917,252714 Seat Assembly Tractor -- Model Number Mower Lift Repair Parts Mower Deck KEY Part Description 1135 Lower Tractor -- Model Number Repair Parts Tractor --MODEL Number Crankcase Tractor -- Model Number Tractor --MODEL Number Service Notes Service Notes Service Notes LLI HP Twin Cylinder Electric Start
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