Sears 917.25953 manuel d'utilisation

917.259530 OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments o Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 IIIII/1//1/1//I/I I /11 , , ,, , .....[...]

SAFETY RULES _k Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Reed, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machin[...]

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor.. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Departmento We have competent, well- trained technicians and th[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 16-20 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................[...]

ACCESSORIES AN ATTACH ENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor.. ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER [ BLADES BELT[...]

= i i H,I CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size _,_u i = = m,m,= =,H,,, (1) Hex Bolt 3t8-16 x 1 © (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 m = 11, (1) Shoulder ___ Bolt 5/16q8 "3 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Large Flat Washer (1) Lock washer 3/8 (1) Locknut 5/t6-18 _ (2) Screws #t0 X 5/8 (_ (2) Lock Washers #!0 _,y.//__ (2)[...]

IIIHI'"I'I II III IIIIIII1'1 II II ASSEMBLY iiii , iii1,, ,i ii i iii ,i Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipPing purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tool[...]

== =,,,m =,,, ASSE utuu u,tt = un m, ° Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi- nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut Tighten securely. • Close battery box door. Open battery box door for: ° Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware) ,, Inspection for corrosion, - Testing battery • Jumpin[...]

GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET 3_-16 LOCKNUT 3/8"WASHER GAUGE WHEEL FIG. 5 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7) o Install two latch hooks to mulcher 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. o Tighten hardware secure[...]

OPERATION . i i HH,,I,.I.U I II I I . II I I II II II I I lllll roll mini These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, BATTERY CAUTION OR SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHTS OFF REVERSE FORWARD FAST OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON FUEL UNLOCKED CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFE[...]

i,,i..,,,,..,,i ir,..ll ,,1111 ,,,.i ...................... ii, i OPERATRO ,i,iii,i, ,,i ii ,i,iii ,, ,_,Vlllll 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 of various controls and adjustments° Save this manual f[...]

.................... J.i _...._.. Hn... i,, ,.ml,. ,.i OPERATION i.i1.11 n.u. .nlru.m ,,,nl i ,..,...,....i . i .... I The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can i result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your ! tractor or performing any adjustments or rep[...]

OPERATUO TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch° Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut ,, Lower mower with attachment lift control • Start mower blades by engagin[...]

ill !ll i ii illlllll i OPERATNON ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank Use fresh, dean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline win 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 assure fuel freshness. IMPO[...]

OPERATmON Hu,,u i ,i i ,n, ,,Hn n i ,,, , o Sitting in the tractor seat, startengine. Aftertheengine MULCHING MOWING TIPS is running, move throttle control to half (l/2) speed Withmotioncontrolleverinneutral(N)position, slowly IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND disengage clutch/brake pedal. TRASH. CLEAN A[...]

CUSTOME ii iii i iiiiii iiiiiiiiilll,i MA,.TE.A.OESO,EOU'E ' FILL t" DATES /_.,.._, ++.?.-_j_'_._" AS YOU COMPLETE /_+_ "2"2,+_.'_2-_:+0+'_,"" REGULAR SERVICE ............................ ,/_/%_7'_,Y pEnVlCE DATES Check Brake Operation 6# I I_ Check Tire Pressure _/' T Check re;'[...]

CUSTOMER RESPON 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)o TIRES o Maintain proper air pressur[...]

CUSTOMER ESPO ILmTIES LJ=_t U[tt I= =Ul 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 wilt extend its life. ,, Keep battery and terminals ciean, o Keep battery bolts tight • Keep small vent holes open_ ° Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 [...]

CUSTOM ESPO ILHTHES = , ,1,,,,,,1,1,,,,1,1 =,mi=,111 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 t00 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs firsL Service air cleaner more often under du[...]

OUSTO E ESPONS! LITIES CLAMP VIUFFLER nspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if _quipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS 7eplace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing _eason or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever _ccurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in 'PRODUCT SP[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS : H,,H',,,'H'I= 'l",' 11,1" I 111'111 = CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: o o o o o o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn igniti[...]

SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS = =l, i= H,,,,,,,=I,,=,, 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 manual). If tires are over' or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTM[...]

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS i , i1,11, ii i,, i,,,111, M IIII III I1' I TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools° Park the tractor on leve! surface° Engage parking brake° BELT REMOVAL - . Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual) o Wo[...]

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS J J,J IHLH,,J Ill I I ill 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 wil! not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right si[...]

NEGATIVE TERMINAL CABLES CHARGED BATTERY POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL FIG. 31 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hoo& • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Repface bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERL.OCKS AND RELAYS Loose or[...]

SERVICE A ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 34) The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust- ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning idle mixtur[...]

i ,i,_,111., , iii iiii ,11, ii, ii, STORAGE i , iii i,llll.l.l,, immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more° ii ,11, 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 b[...]

luu ul iluu ullr i,i u l i TRO LESHOOTING POmNTS ill ii ,ull ii ii ii il ,UUHUUHI ,,ul,l!,ll ill CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM ll_Ju_uu Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration I Out of fuel 2 Engine net"CHOKED"properly. 3 Engine flooded 4 Bad spark plug. 5 Dirty [...]

i iiii iii iiiiii iiiii iiiii iii iiiii i iiii iiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiii i i i ,,i i ....... i iiii, TROUBLESHOOTUNG POUNTS i i i i i i i i iii i iiiii iii i Ill, '1 II1' I CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven i Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass dis[...]

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