Operation Manual
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... but not limited to the instructions contained in the operator's manual. Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. Warranty 2 Safety Rules 3 Product Specifications 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation 7 Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 16 Maintenance 16 Service and Adjustments 21 Storage 27 Troubleshooting 28 Sears Service Back Cover Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty: Lawn Tractors, Garden Tractors, Zero Turn Riders CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the...
... but not limited to the instructions contained in the operator's manual. Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. Warranty 2 Safety Rules 3 Product Specifications 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation 7 Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 16 Maintenance 16 Service and Adjustments 21 Storage 27 Troubleshooting 28 Sears Service Back Cover Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty: Lawn Tractors, Garden Tractors, Zero Turn Riders CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the...
Operation Manual
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... a slope. Operate only at all parts to come to lose control of your tractor. Wash hands after handling. tended. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before turning. • Never leave a running machine unat- These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to cool before operating. dation for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of bystanders before storage. 3 I. Always turn off engine and wait...
... a slope. Operate only at all parts to come to lose control of your tractor. Wash hands after handling. tended. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before turning. • Never leave a running machine unat- These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to cool before operating. dation for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of bystanders before storage. 3 I. Always turn off engine and wait...
Operation Manual
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.... • Remove gas-powered equipment from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keep the nozzle in contact with a portable container, rather than the operator. • Be alert and turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 5 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 safe machine operation. Adjust and service as required...
.... • Remove gas-powered equipment from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keep the nozzle in contact with a portable container, rather than the operator. • Be alert and turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 5 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 safe machine operation. Adjust and service as required...
Operation Manual
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... operating properly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you operate your tractor, check to see "TO TRANSPORT" in carton. /Battery is properly prepared and charged. / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. /All tires are routed correctly. Operatethem before operating your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in safe operating condition. / Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. / Check wiring...
... operating properly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you operate your tractor, check to see "TO TRANSPORT" in carton. /Battery is properly prepared and charged. / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. /All tires are routed correctly. Operatethem before operating your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in safe operating condition. / Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. / Check wiring...
Operation Manual
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.... (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Allows operation of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - ments mounted to your tractor. (B) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL -Used for starting and controlling engine speed. (E) ATTACH M ENT CLUTCH LEVER =Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments. YOUR of 03078 Our tractors conform to raise and lower the mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Used to the applicable safety standards...
.... (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Allows operation of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - ments mounted to your tractor. (B) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL -Used for starting and controlling engine speed. (E) ATTACH M ENT CLUTCH LEVER =Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments. YOUR of 03078 Our tractors conform to raise and lower the mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Used to the applicable safety standards...
Operation Manual
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... from clutch/brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any adjustments or repairs. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any position other than full speed (fast) reduces engine's operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. 11 Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold tractor secure. • Move motion control lever (J) to disengaged position (t_ a)Attachment (t'_) Clutch Engage Position Disengaged Position GROUND DRIVE- . ENGINE •...
... from clutch/brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any adjustments or repairs. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any position other than full speed (fast) reduces engine's operating efficiency. • Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. 11 Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold tractor secure. • Move motion control lever (J) to disengaged position (t_ a)Attachment (t'_) Clutch Engage Position Disengaged Position GROUND DRIVE- . ENGINE •...
Operation Manual
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... in the seat to help prevent scalping in proper position to prevent the engine from the ground to 4". attach- disengage attachment clutch control. _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on a flat level surface. 1. Install gauge wheel in desired cutting height slot. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in most terrain conditions. Tighten securely. 3. Select desired height of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut posi...
... in the seat to help prevent scalping in proper position to prevent the engine from the ground to 4". attach- disengage attachment clutch control. _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on a flat level surface. 1. Install gauge wheel in desired cutting height slot. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in most terrain conditions. Tighten securely. 3. Select desired height of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut posi...
Operation Manual
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... When pushing or towing your tractor. TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED TO OPERATE ON HILLS Ai_,WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with specifications of the manufacturer of tying hood to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Use an appropriate means of your tractor, be sure to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). Too heavy of tractor. 1. With engine running, turn the ignition key clockwise to slow- tion. 3. est setting...
... When pushing or towing your tractor. TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED TO OPERATE ON HILLS Ai_,WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with specifications of the manufacturer of tying hood to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Use an appropriate means of your tractor, be sure to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). Too heavy of tractor. 1. With engine running, turn the ignition key clockwise to slow- tion. 3. est setting...
Operation Manual
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... this manual. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to disengaged position. 5. mission engaged position. 2. Sit on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few minutes and try again. Move attachment clutch to operating position. 3. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start after the if the engine has run roughly. WARM WEATHER above 3000...
... this manual. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly return to disengaged position. 5. mission engaged position. 2. Sit on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few minutes and try again. Move attachment clutch to operating position. 3. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start after the if the engine has run roughly. WARM WEATHER above 3000...
Operation Manual
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..., etc. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat, start engine. This will result in this manual. • The left hand turns until finished. Move lever to reverse position. Shutoff engine and set . 2. Wet grass will remove anytrapped air inside the transmission which may be properly leveled for the first time. This procedure will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Slowly move throttle control to...
..., etc. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat, start engine. This will result in this manual. • The left hand turns until finished. Move lever to reverse position. Shutoff engine and set . 2. Wet grass will remove anytrapped air inside the transmission which may be properly leveled for the first time. This procedure will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Slowly move throttle control to...
Operation Manual
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... Oil Filter (If equipped) E Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge m RR_place Fuel Filter 1 - Service more often when operating in high ambient temperatures. 2 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this manual. Check engine oil level. 2. Check for Loose Fasteners t# # C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level v' v' Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. LUBRICATION CHART (_ Spindle...
... Oil Filter (If equipped) E Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge m RR_place Fuel Filter 1 - Service more often when operating in high ambient temperatures. 2 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this manual. Check engine oil level. 2. Check for Loose Fasteners t# # C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level v' v' Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. LUBRICATION CHART (_ Spindle...
Operation Manual
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... "GRASS SIDE" facing the ground. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. (See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of your local parts dealer. torque). gaged position. CHECK REVERSE SYSTEM OPERATION (ROS) • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to drive...
... "GRASS SIDE" facing the ground. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. (See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of your local parts dealer. torque). gaged position. CHECK REVERSE SYSTEM OPERATION (ROS) • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to drive...
Operation Manual
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... engine is running low on oil fill cap/dipstick for 50 hours in the SERVICE AND AD- However, periodic charging of electrolyte is maintenance free. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to be kept clean to slip from tractor. 2. NOTE: The original equipment battery on the drain valve. 5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY...
... engine is running low on oil fill cap/dipstick for 50 hours in the SERVICE AND AD- However, periodic charging of electrolyte is maintenance free. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to be kept clean to slip from tractor. 2. NOTE: The original equipment battery on the drain valve. 5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY...
Operation Manual
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... with bolts and Ioeknuts. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to reach. Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached. 2. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of its surface as part of the mower deck. While sitting in the operator's position on . 6. Movethetractor'sPTO(BladeEngage) tothe OFF position. Turn...
... with bolts and Ioeknuts. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to reach. Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached. 2. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of its surface as part of the mower deck. While sitting in the operator's position on . 6. Movethetractor'sPTO(BladeEngage) tothe OFF position. Turn...
Operation Manual
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.... Protect your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance. Deck must be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip, go to the front of mower or lower the high side. 2. Raise mower to -side. At both sides are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of your lawn appears unevenly cut, determine...
.... Protect your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance. Deck must be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip, go to the front of mower or lower the high side. 2. Raise mower to -side. At both sides are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of your lawn appears unevenly cut, determine...
Operation Manual
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... tools. able. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may also check brake by placing freewheel control in and cam ber are not adjust- Pull belt toward rear of all belt guides. 3. over cooling fan blades (D). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of tractor. Install new belt from transmission input pulley and over the steering plate (F) and above tact a Sears or other qualified service center. 4. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to stop at the...
... tools. able. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may also check brake by placing freewheel control in and cam ber are not adjust- Pull belt toward rear of all belt guides. 3. over cooling fan blades (D). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of tractor. Install new belt from transmission input pulley and over the steering plate (F) and above tact a Sears or other qualified service center. 4. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to stop at the...
Operation Manual
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... or replace battery. 4 Replace fuel filter. 5 Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 6 Check all wiring. 7 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 8 Engine valves out of adjustment. 8 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Brake pedal not depressed. 2 Attachment clutch is engaged. 3 Weak or dead battery. 4 Blown fuse. 5 Corroded battery terminals. 6 Loose or damaged wiring. 7 Faulty ignition switch. 8 Faulty solenoid or starter. 9 Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1 Depress brake pedal. 2 Disengage attachment clutch. 3 Recharge...
... or replace battery. 4 Replace fuel filter. 5 Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 6 Check all wiring. 7 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 8 Engine valves out of adjustment. 8 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Brake pedal not depressed. 2 Attachment clutch is engaged. 3 Weak or dead battery. 4 Blown fuse. 5 Corroded battery terminals. 6 Loose or damaged wiring. 7 Faulty ignition switch. 8 Faulty solenoid or starter. 9 Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1 Depress brake pedal. 2 Disengage attachment clutch. 3 Recharge...
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...section in manual unless directed to 1 run when operator leaves seat with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10 Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11 Clean engine air screen/fins. 12 Clean/replace muffler. 13 Check all wiring. 4 Check/replace solenoid or starter. 1 Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2 Adjust throttle control. 3 Clean underside of adjustment. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3 Tighten loose part(s). Engine continues to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power 1 Weak...
...section in manual unless directed to 1 run when operator leaves seat with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10 Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11 Clean engine air screen/fins. 12 Clean/replace muffler. 13 Check all wiring. 4 Check/replace solenoid or starter. 1 Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2 Adjust throttle control. 3 Clean underside of adjustment. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3 Tighten loose part(s). Engine continues to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power 1 Weak...
Operation Manual
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...-up of mower housing. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 5 Clean around mandrels to dry before mowing. 4 Level mower deck. 5 Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6 Worn, bent or loose blade. 5 Check tires for proper PSI. 6 Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Level mower deck. 3 Clean underside of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1 Light switch is "OFF". 1 Turn light switch "ON". 2 Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 2 Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3 Faulty light switch. 3 Check/replace light switch. 4 Loose or damaged wiring. 5 Blown fuse. 4 Check wiring and...
...-up of mower housing. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 5 Clean around mandrels to dry before mowing. 4 Level mower deck. 5 Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6 Worn, bent or loose blade. 5 Check tires for proper PSI. 6 Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Level mower deck. 3 Clean underside of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1 Light switch is "OFF". 1 Turn light switch "ON". 2 Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 2 Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). 3 Faulty light switch. 3 Check/replace light switch. 4 Loose or damaged wiring. 5 Blown fuse. 4 Check wiring and...
Operation Manual
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... or servicing. 1 Engine throttle control not set 1 Move throttlecontrol between between half and full speed (fast) half and full speed (fast) position position before stopping engine, before stopping engine. 1 Reverse operation system (ROS) 1 Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" is engaged. ., .o ou [], [iad. I brougatot youbyso_rs 31 Find information and tools to Sears service center PROBLEM Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse CAUSE...
... or servicing. 1 Engine throttle control not set 1 Move throttlecontrol between between half and full speed (fast) half and full speed (fast) position position before stopping engine, before stopping engine. 1 Reverse operation system (ROS) 1 Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" is engaged. ., .o ou [], [iad. I brougatot youbyso_rs 31 Find information and tools to Sears service center PROBLEM Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse CAUSE...