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... our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman IL 60179 U.S.A. *As rated by the engine manufacturer Before you start the engine, read and understand this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- For answers to your questions about this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Operator's Manual 1® LAW TRACTO 19.5 HR* 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model...
... our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman IL 60179 U.S.A. *As rated by the engine manufacturer Before you start the engine, read and understand this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- For answers to your questions about this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Operator's Manual 1® LAW TRACTO 19.5 HR* 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model...
Operation Manual
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... and battery warranty coverage is void if this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from state to state. determined to be used for free repair. Warranty 2 Safety Rules 3 Product Specifications 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation 7 Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 16 Maintenance 16 Service and Adjustments 20 Storage 26 Troubleshooting 27 Sears Service Back Cover CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY TWO YEARS ON RIDING EQUIPMENT When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, Warranty...
... and battery warranty coverage is void if this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from state to state. determined to be used for free repair. Warranty 2 Safety Rules 3 Product Specifications 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation 7 Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 16 Maintenance 16 Service and Adjustments 20 Storage 26 Troubleshooting 27 Sears Service Back Cover CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY TWO YEARS ON RIDING EQUIPMENT When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, Warranty...
Operation Manual
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... lowest possible speed when on a slope, is dangerous. Stop machine if anyone . Material may lose control of riding mower-related injuries. Always turn off engine and wait for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other safety devices in the manual before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine onlyin daylight orgood artificial light. • Do...
... lowest possible speed when on a slope, is dangerous. Stop machine if anyone . Material may lose control of riding mower-related injuries. Always turn off engine and wait for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other safety devices in the manual before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine onlyin daylight orgood artificial light. • Do...
Operation Manual
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... off . Allow machine to cool before restarting. • Never make any fuel-soaked de- and tighten securely. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Checkgrass catchercomponents andthe discharge guard frequently and replace with a portable container, rather than the operator. • Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. • Before and while...
... off . Allow machine to cool before restarting. • Never make any fuel-soaked de- and tighten securely. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Checkgrass catchercomponents andthe discharge guard frequently and replace with a portable container, rather than the operator. • Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. • Before and while...
Operation Manual
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... nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS manual). Spark Plug: Ground Speed Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Forward: Reverse: 0- 5.5 0- 2.4 Charging System: 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Battery: Amp/Hr: 28 Min. Your new Craftsman® product is all products, it takes for and using your Repair Protection Agreement today! You can count on to help by phone - Once you to time. call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online. W/O Filter...
... nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS manual). Spark Plug: Ground Speed Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Forward: Reverse: 0- 5.5 0- 2.4 Charging System: 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Battery: Amp/Hr: 28 Min. Your new Craftsman® product is all products, it takes for and using your Repair Protection Agreement today! You can count on to help by phone - Once you to time. call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online. W/O Filter...
Operation Manual
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... (1) Tire pressure gauge assembly you assemble necessary to ensure proper tightness. Cut along dashed lines on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for charging instructions). Remove all four panels of your tractor must be tightened securely. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. 3. Lift seat pan to desired position and release adjustment handle. 7 Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Your new tractor has been assembled unassembled for any additional loose parts...
... (1) Tire pressure gauge assembly you assemble necessary to ensure proper tightness. Cut along dashed lines on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for charging instructions). Remove all four panels of your tractor must be tightened securely. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. 3. Lift seat pan to desired position and release adjustment handle. 7 Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Your new tractor has been assembled unassembled for any additional loose parts...
Operation Manual
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... driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is operating properly. Please review the following important items: ,/* Engine oil is at proper level. ,/* Fuel tank is in safe operating condition. ,/ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are routed properly around pulleys and inside all controls, their location and function. Correct tire pressure is in this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to -rear for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in carton. ,/'Battery...
... driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is operating properly. Please review the following important items: ,/* Engine oil is at proper level. ,/* Fuel tank is in safe operating condition. ,/ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are routed properly around pulleys and inside all controls, their location and function. Correct tire pressure is in this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to -rear for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in carton. ,/'Battery...
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... the locations various controls and adjustments. KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor. (B) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL -Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE- Save this manual for future reference. Used to raise and lower the mower or other attachments mounted to the applicable safety standards of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Allows...
... the locations various controls and adjustments. KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor. (B) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL -Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE- Save this manual for future reference. Used to raise and lower the mower or other attachments mounted to the applicable safety standards of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Allows...
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... and remove key. NOTE: Failure to move attachment clutch clutch lever to discharge and go dead. The operation of grass. Make sure parking brake will cause the battery to disengaged position (t_) Engaged FrUition (t'_) Disengaged Position iMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in brake position. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. _ICAUTION: Always stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (D) Always operate engine at full speed...
... and remove key. NOTE: Failure to move attachment clutch clutch lever to discharge and go dead. The operation of grass. Make sure parking brake will cause the battery to disengaged position (t_) Engaged FrUition (t'_) Disengaged Position iMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in brake position. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. _ICAUTION: Always stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (D) Always operate engine at full speed...
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... the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height. lever to 4". Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on a flat level surface. 1. The cutting height range is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quicklyto brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to neutral position. mately 2-1/2" during hot months. Release parking brake. 3. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with...
... the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height. lever to 4". Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on a flat level surface. 1. The cutting height range is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quicklyto brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to neutral position. mately 2-1/2" during hot months. Release parking brake. 3. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with...
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... ). 14 Drain the gas tank, start position and release key as soon as described above ) 7. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using the choke as engine starts. TO START ENGINE When starting , read oil level. When engine starts, move throttle control to run out of fuel, it run starter continuously for easier starting procedures below ) 7. IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F (0°C), use gasoline near an open flame. Use fresh fuel next season. Move attachment position...
... ). 14 Drain the gas tank, start position and release key as soon as described above ) 7. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using the choke as engine starts. TO START ENGINE When starting , read oil level. When engine starts, move throttle control to run out of fuel, it run starter continuously for easier starting procedures below ) 7. IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F (0°C), use gasoline near an open flame. Use fresh fuel next season. Move attachment position...
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... used for trimming. • Drive sothat clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. This can be done during the engine warm up period. • The attachments can also be mowed twice to be adjusted for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). Make first cut relatively high; AHow grass to dry before mowing. , Always operate engine at a high...
... used for trimming. • Drive sothat clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. This can be done during the engine warm up period. • The attachments can also be mowed twice to be adjusted for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). Make first cut relatively high; AHow grass to dry before mowing. , Always operate engine at a high...
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... any of the adjustments described in this manual. Check engine oil level. 2. Check operator presence and ROS systems for Loose Fasteners _ C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery. If you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for loose fasteners. (_ S_ Zerk (_Front Wheel Bearing zerk d_ Sector Gear Teeth Spindle Zerk Front Wheel Bearing zerk Engine _Genera[ Purpose Grease @Refer to operator abuse or negligence. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS...
... any of the adjustments described in this manual. Check engine oil level. 2. Check operator presence and ROS systems for Loose Fasteners _ C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery. If you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for loose fasteners. (_ S_ Zerk (_Front Wheel Bearing zerk d_ Sector Gear Teeth Spindle Zerk Front Wheel Bearing zerk Engine _Genera[ Purpose Grease @Refer to operator abuse or negligence. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS...
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... manual). The belts are working properly. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to drive in blade must be purchased from wear. 17 NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. Special blade bolt is in highest gear on mandrel assembly. 4. CHECK REVERSE SYSTEM OPERATION (ROS) • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged...
... manual). The belts are working properly. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to drive in blade must be purchased from wear. 17 NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. Special blade bolt is in highest gear on mandrel assembly. 4. CHECK REVERSE SYSTEM OPERATION (ROS) • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged...
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... avoid possible engine damage from tractor. 2. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is maintenance free. Disconnect BLACKbatterycabiefirstthen RED battery cable and remove battery from running low on oil. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before starting in cold weather, ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change . To open or remove caps or covers. Pour...
... avoid possible engine damage from tractor. 2. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is maintenance free. Disconnect BLACKbatterycabiefirstthen RED battery cable and remove battery from running low on oil. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before starting in cold weather, ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change . To open or remove caps or covers. Pour...
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... the adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16". 4. With all tires properly inflated and if your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance. Raise mower to adjust. 3. Readjust, if necessary, until both sides are sharp. With a3/4" oradjustablewrench,turn lift link adjustment nut (A) to the left " to raise mower .... -- Tighten adjust nut B to bower mower NOTE: Each full turn of mower or lower the high...
... the adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16". 4. With all tires properly inflated and if your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance. Raise mower to adjust. 3. Readjust, if necessary, until both sides are sharp. With a3/4" oradjustablewrench,turn lift link adjustment nut (A) to the left " to raise mower .... -- Tighten adjust nut B to bower mower NOTE: Each full turn of mower or lower the high...
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... the dynamic brake arm. • While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. • Move motion control lever to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of fully charged battery. Motion Control Lever Adjustment Bolt TO START ENGINE WITH WEAK BATTERY _,WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from both batteries. 24 Do not use tire sealant from Sears. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to...
... the dynamic brake arm. • While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. • Move motion control lever to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of fully charged battery. Motion Control Lever Adjustment Bolt TO START ENGINE WITH WEAK BATTERY _,WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from both batteries. 24 Do not use tire sealant from Sears. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to...
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... or replace battery. 4 Replace fuse. 5 Clean battery terminals. 6 Check all wiring. 4 Check/replace solenoid or starter. 27 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start 1 Out of fuel. 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3 Engine flooded. 4 Bad spark plug. 5 Dirty air filter. 6 Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel. 8 Loose or damaged wiring. 9 Carburetor out of adjustment. 10 Engine valves out of adjustment. 1 Dirty air filter...
... or replace battery. 4 Replace fuse. 5 Clean battery terminals. 6 Check all wiring. 4 Check/replace solenoid or starter. 27 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start 1 Out of fuel. 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3 Engine flooded. 4 Bad spark plug. 5 Dirty air filter. 6 Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel. 8 Loose or damaged wiring. 9 Carburetor out of adjustment. 10 Engine valves out of adjustment. 1 Dirty air filter...
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... fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with attachment clutch engaged Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Engine continuesto run when operator leaves seat with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10 Spark plug wire loose. 11 Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12 Dirty/clogged muffler. 10 Connect/tighten spark plug wire. 11 Clean engine air screen/fins. 12 Clean/replace muffler. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Level mower deck. 3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 2 Adjust...
... fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with attachment clutch engaged Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Engine continuesto run when operator leaves seat with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10 Spark plug wire loose. 11 Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12 Dirty/clogged muffler. 10 Connect/tighten spark plug wire. 11 Clean engine air screen/fins. 12 Clean/replace muffler. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Level mower deck. 3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 2 Adjust...
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... to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1 Engine speed too slow. 2 Travel speed too fast. 3 Wet grass. 4 Mower deck not level. 1 Place throttle in "engaged" position. 2 Motion drive belt worn, damaged, 2 Replace motion drive belt. open vent holes. 1 Light switch is engaged. Get a personalized maintenance p[an for proper PSI. 6 Worn, bent or loose blade. 6 Replace blade...
... to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1 Engine speed too slow. 2 Travel speed too fast. 3 Wet grass. 4 Mower deck not level. 1 Place throttle in "engaged" position. 2 Motion drive belt worn, damaged, 2 Replace motion drive belt. open vent holes. 1 Light switch is engaged. Get a personalized maintenance p[an for proper PSI. 6 Worn, bent or loose blade. 6 Replace blade...