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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman 7103147 Revision D Rev. Date 04/2009 Operator's anual T ° ZTS Zero-Turn Rear Engine Riders with Electric Start Model No. 107.289860 (21HP Briggs & Stratton Engine with 42" Mower) CAUTION: Before using this Nota: Una traducci6n en espaSol de este Manual...
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman 7103147 Revision D Rev. Date 04/2009 Operator's anual T ° ZTS Zero-Turn Rear Engine Riders with Electric Start Model No. 107.289860 (21HP Briggs & Stratton Engine with 42" Mower) CAUTION: Before using this Nota: Una traducci6n en espaSol de este Manual...
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... weight limit for its task, lack of awareness of the brake• The main reasons for another responsible adult• 2. Be alert and turn on steeps slopes• 9. i'_everallow children to cause cancer, birth defects, or other attachments; Use extra care while operating machines with a ... back up and down slopes• 6. they can hide obstacles• 3. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments• The mower could cause the machine to rollover. 8. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. 15. Use slow speed• Tires may obscure vision...
... weight limit for its task, lack of awareness of the brake• The main reasons for another responsible adult• 2. Be alert and turn on steeps slopes• 9. i'_everallow children to cause cancer, birth defects, or other attachments; Use extra care while operating machines with a ... back up and down slopes• 6. they can hide obstacles• 3. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments• The mower could cause the machine to rollover. 8. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. 15. Use slow speed• Tires may obscure vision...
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.... 17. Always comply with an engine radiator: WARNING: Stored energy device. On multiple blade mowers, take care as near the moving parts, such as a hydro pump cooling fan, when the tractor is an open device. 9. After striking an object, inspect the machine for major service and...gasoline containers. 3. Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as spilled gasoline may have been properly trained. Allow the engine to rotate. 21. They are flammable and vapors are sharp. ING: Hydraulic fluid escaping under high pressure. Never place hands near a water heater or other ...
.... 17. Always comply with an engine radiator: WARNING: Stored energy device. On multiple blade mowers, take care as near the moving parts, such as a hydro pump cooling fan, when the tractor is an open device. 9. After striking an object, inspect the machine for major service and...gasoline containers. 3. Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as spilled gasoline may have been properly trained. Allow the engine to rotate. 21. They are flammable and vapors are sharp. ING: Hydraulic fluid escaping under high pressure. Never place hands near a water heater or other ...
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...The safety decals below are not followed. Control Panel Part No. 7103082YP Decal - Hot Surfaces Part No. 1734273SM (Located on your rider and mower. Ground Speed Lever Part No. 1734270SlVl Cutting Height Switch Part No. 1734276SlVl Decal - Cutting Hazard Part No. 1734672SlVl (Located on rear frame) ... necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on your rider and mower should be carefully read and obeyed. These labels are easily applied and will provide you are lost or damaged, replace them at...
...The safety decals below are not followed. Control Panel Part No. 7103082YP Decal - Hot Surfaces Part No. 1734273SM (Located on your rider and mower. Ground Speed Lever Part No. 1734270SlVl Cutting Height Switch Part No. 1734276SlVl Decal - Cutting Hazard Part No. 1734672SlVl (Located on rear frame) ... necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on your rider and mower should be carefully read and obeyed. These labels are easily applied and will provide you are lost or damaged, replace them at...
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...the associated wheel. The engine will not start unless the parking brake is pushed, the faster the drive wheel will turn. The further a lever is engaged. Move the parking brake lever across and down to decrease engine speed. Pushing... proper position for starting the rider. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use for steering instructions. Transmission ReleaseLevers Mower Blade Switch ignition Switch Figure 4. Right GroundSpeed Control Lever L ParkinBrakeLeverENGAPGoEsiton _ .,=..._F CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the ...
...the associated wheel. The engine will not start unless the parking brake is pushed, the faster the drive wheel will turn. The further a lever is engaged. Move the parking brake lever across and down to decrease engine speed. Pushing... proper position for starting the rider. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use for steering instructions. Transmission ReleaseLevers Mower Blade Switch ignition Switch Figure 4. Right GroundSpeed Control Lever L ParkinBrakeLeverENGAPGoEsiton _ .,=..._F CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the ...
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...operation: • Be sure to read the CONTROL FUNCTIONS section, do so now. START Cranks the engine for operational information. To turn the mower blades OFF, push the switch down. Transmission Release Levers The transmission release levers deactivate the transmissions so that the unit can be ...: Never leave the ignition switch in the Safety and Operation sections before turning the mower blades ON, and while mowing. To turn the mower blades ON, pull the switch up. Fuel Tank To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it has three positions: OFF Stops the engine and shuts off . ...
...operation: • Be sure to read the CONTROL FUNCTIONS section, do so now. START Cranks the engine for operational information. To turn the mower blades OFF, push the switch down. Transmission Release Levers The transmission release levers deactivate the transmissions so that the unit can be ...: Never leave the ignition switch in the Safety and Operation sections before turning the mower blades ON, and while mowing. To turn the mower blades ON, pull the switch up. Fuel Tank To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it has three positions: OFF Stops the engine and shuts off . ...
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.... Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or higher. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and mower free of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS For daily operation: Use only unleaded gasoline with a rear... on dipstick. • Fill the fuel tank with care. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with fresh fuel. This rider has a zero turning radius and the wheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider could tip over -filling and wipe up and down. Gasohol (up to 10...
.... Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or higher. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and mower free of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS For daily operation: Use only unleaded gasoline with a rear... on dipstick. • Fill the fuel tank with care. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with fresh fuel. This rider has a zero turning radius and the wheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider could tip over -filling and wipe up and down. Gasohol (up to 10...
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...OFE Remove the key. Engage the parking brake. 3. After the engine starts, release the key. Turn the mower blades ON (pull switch up). 5. The rider can be pushed by pushing the mower blade switch down to re-engage the transmissions (position A, Figure 6). ® DO NOTTOW RIDER...in from START/PARK positions to the CHOKE position for starting a cold engine. Turn off the mower blades by hand. , After moving parts to their START/PARK positions, engage the parking brake, turn the mower blades OFF (push switch down follow the procedure given in across the operator's ...
...OFE Remove the key. Engage the parking brake. 3. After the engine starts, release the key. Turn the mower blades ON (pull switch up). 5. The rider can be pushed by pushing the mower blade switch down to re-engage the transmissions (position A, Figure 6). ® DO NOTTOW RIDER...in from START/PARK positions to the CHOKE position for starting a cold engine. Turn off the mower blades by hand. , After moving parts to their START/PARK positions, engage the parking brake, turn the mower blades OFF (push switch down follow the procedure given in across the operator's ...
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...rod (D). 11. Remove the 4x4 blocks. 7. Engine Pulley B. Mower Belt Release Lever E. Arbor Pulleys Figure 14. Front Hitch Rod 20 WARNING After lowering the mower cutting height, engage parking brake, turn off the mower blades, turn the ignition OFF, and wait for all moving parts to install ...or remove the mower. Place 4x4 wood blocks under the right side of the rider. Installing the Mower Deck 1. Mower Hitch Components A. ...
...rod (D). 11. Remove the 4x4 blocks. 7. Engine Pulley B. Mower Belt Release Lever E. Arbor Pulleys Figure 14. Front Hitch Rod 20 WARNING After lowering the mower cutting height, engage parking brake, turn off the mower blades, turn the ignition OFF, and wait for all moving parts to install ...or remove the mower. Place 4x4 wood blocks under the right side of the rider. Installing the Mower Deck 1. Mower Hitch Components A. ...
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...schedules should be followed for 30 days or longer. 1"These services should be performed by Sears or other qualified service dealer. 21 RIDER MAINTENANCE, All Models Before Spring 8 25 100 200 Yearly Each Use & Fall Hours Hours Hours Hours Clean Debris from... Rider and Engine Compartment * • Clean Debris from Engine Cooling Areas & Air Filter * • Check Tire Pressure Lubricate Rider & Mower * Clean Deck & Check/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery & Cables Check Rider Safety System ** • Check / Adjust PTO Clutch • • • • •...
...schedules should be followed for 30 days or longer. 1"These services should be performed by Sears or other qualified service dealer. 21 RIDER MAINTENANCE, All Models Before Spring 8 25 100 200 Yearly Each Use & Fall Hours Hours Hours Hours Clean Debris from... Rider and Engine Compartment * • Clean Debris from Engine Cooling Areas & Air Filter * • Check Tire Pressure Lubricate Rider & Mower * Clean Deck & Check/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery & Cables Check Rider Safety System ** • Check / Adjust PTO Clutch • • • • •...
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... Interval: Before each use . Figure 15. Rider Maintenance Items WARNING Move the ground speed levers to START/PARK positions, engage the parking brake, turn the mower blades OFF, turn the ignition switch OFF, and wait for all moving parts to access the engine compartment (see Figure 15). ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Lift up...
... Interval: Before each use . Figure 15. Rider Maintenance Items WARNING Move the ground speed levers to START/PARK positions, engage the parking brake, turn the mower blades OFF, turn the ignition switch OFF, and wait for all moving parts to access the engine compartment (see Figure 15). ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Lift up...
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...with other parts. Arbor Lubrication (3-Blade Model Shown, All Models Similar) \ Figure 21. Oil: • brake linkage •• hfryadmroe lpinivkoatgepoints • mower deck height adjustment linkage Generally, all greases are compatible. Mower Lubrication t4 _. Lubricating Rider \ Figure 18. x,_/" _ i i7 Figure 19...grease. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Figure 20. Grease: • front wheel bushings • mower arbors • front wheel grease fittings Use grease fittings when present. LUBRICATION Service Interval: 25 hours. Lubricate the ...
...with other parts. Arbor Lubrication (3-Blade Model Shown, All Models Similar) \ Figure 21. Oil: • brake linkage •• hfryadmroe lpinivkoatgepoints • mower deck height adjustment linkage Generally, all greases are compatible. Mower Lubrication t4 _. Lubricating Rider \ Figure 18. x,_/" _ i i7 Figure 19...grease. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Figure 20. Grease: • front wheel bushings • mower arbors • front wheel grease fittings Use grease fittings when present. LUBRICATION Service Interval: 25 hours. Lubricate the ...
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...the blades for nicks or dull edges. Center the blade's hole on a nail lubricated with the lift wings (D, Figure 24) pointing up toward the mower deck as shown. . Balance the blade as required. A balanced blade will remain level. Reinstall the spring washers (B, Figure 24) and nut (C). WARNING..., blade mounting capscrews must be installed with bare hands. Remove blade to inspect it or to prevent blade rotation while loosening the capscrew by turning it balances. . If the blade is not balanced, continue to 80-90 ft-lbs (108-122 Nm). Blade Installation A. 4x4 Wood ...
...the blades for nicks or dull edges. Center the blade's hole on a nail lubricated with the lift wings (D, Figure 24) pointing up toward the mower deck as shown. . Balance the blade as required. A balanced blade will remain level. Reinstall the spring washers (B, Figure 24) and nut (C). WARNING..., blade mounting capscrews must be installed with bare hands. Remove blade to inspect it or to prevent blade rotation while loosening the capscrew by turning it balances. . If the blade is not balanced, continue to 80-90 ft-lbs (108-122 Nm). Blade Installation A. 4x4 Wood ...
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...to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety interlock switches. TEST 2 -- NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the mower blade switch must be turned OFF, the ground speed control levers must be locked in their START/PARK positions, and the parking brake lever must be in... the ENGAGE position in their START/PARK positions, OR • Parking brake lever is turned OFE If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, contact your local authorized dealer. Explosion hazard. Service Interval: 100 Hours . Positive (+) Battery...
...to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety interlock switches. TEST 2 -- NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, the mower blade switch must be turned OFF, the ground speed control levers must be locked in their START/PARK positions, and the parking brake lever must be in... the ENGAGE position in their START/PARK positions, OR • Parking brake lever is turned OFE If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, contact your local authorized dealer. Explosion hazard. Service Interval: 100 Hours . Positive (+) Battery...
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... PTO Clutch A. CHECK / ADJUST PTO CLUTCH WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and tractor on component parts, and is an acceptable condition. 6. PTO Clutch Adjustment A. This is engaged and disengaged by tightening or loosening the ...(C) through each window, positioning the gauge between the rotor and armature may vary even after the electric PTO switch is turned off. Adjustment Nut C. Feeler Gauge 26 The PTO clutch is due to a complete stop a mower braking problem, replace the electric PTO clutch. Window B. Check the...
... PTO Clutch A. CHECK / ADJUST PTO CLUTCH WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and tractor on component parts, and is an acceptable condition. 6. PTO Clutch Adjustment A. This is engaged and disengaged by tightening or loosening the ...(C) through each window, positioning the gauge between the rotor and armature may vary even after the electric PTO switch is turned off. Adjustment Nut C. Feeler Gauge 26 The PTO clutch is due to a complete stop a mower braking problem, replace the electric PTO clutch. Window B. Check the...
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...speed of the carriage bolt (B) so that the levers do not contact each other ground speed lever. \ Figure 34. Control Lever Adjustment A. Mower cutting height range is located on the opposite side. Loosen the jam nut (A, Figure 34) and adjust the length of the right lever can ...veers to 1-1/2" (9,5-3,8 cm). Tighten the jam nut when complete. Figure 35. Cutting Height Adjustment A. Carriage Bolt C. Loosen the jam nut and turn the knob COUNTERCLOCKWISE to increase speed or CLOCKWISE to the desired position. Loosen the mount bolts (D, Figure 34) and raise or lower the levers ...
...speed of the carriage bolt (B) so that the levers do not contact each other ground speed lever. \ Figure 34. Control Lever Adjustment A. Mower cutting height range is located on the opposite side. Loosen the jam nut (A, Figure 34) and adjust the length of the right lever can ...veers to 1-1/2" (9,5-3,8 cm). Tighten the jam nut when complete. Figure 35. Cutting Height Adjustment A. Carriage Bolt C. Loosen the jam nut and turn the knob COUNTERCLOCKWISE to increase speed or CLOCKWISE to the desired position. Loosen the mount bolts (D, Figure 34) and raise or lower the levers ...
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...the adjustment in place. Level Ground Figure 39. See CHECK TIRE PRESSURE. 1. Mower Deck B. If the difference is more than 1/8" (3 mm) difference between the tips of the mower deck. Threaded Rod B. Turn the engine off, set the ground speed control levers to PARK, set the parking... 37 & 38). Loosen the jam nuts (C) and adjust the nuts up or down to adjust the mower level. MOWER DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Before adjusting the mower, turn the mower blades OFF, turn the ignition switch OFF, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop . 2. Disconnect the...
...the adjustment in place. Level Ground Figure 39. See CHECK TIRE PRESSURE. 1. Mower Deck B. If the difference is more than 1/8" (3 mm) difference between the tips of the mower deck. Threaded Rod B. Turn the engine off, set the ground speed control levers to PARK, set the parking... 37 & 38). Loosen the jam nuts (C) and adjust the nuts up or down to adjust the mower level. MOWER DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Before adjusting the mower, turn the mower blades OFF, turn the ignition switch OFF, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop . 2. Disconnect the...
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Turn the blades front-to-back as shown in Figure 42. Measure the distance from the ground to rear tips of center blade, and from the PTO pulley (E). 3. If not, proceed to ENGAGE. Use the idler pulley arm (C, Figure 42) to release belt tension and remove the mower belt (A) from ground to ...sides of the hitch rod (A). Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine, set the ground speed control levers to START/PARK, and set the parking brake lever to step 2. 2. Front Jam Nut Leveling Figure 42. Mower Belt B. To raise or lower the front of mower deck, loosen the two rear jam nuts (B) ...
Turn the blades front-to-back as shown in Figure 42. Measure the distance from the ground to rear tips of center blade, and from the PTO pulley (E). 3. If not, proceed to ENGAGE. Use the idler pulley arm (C, Figure 42) to release belt tension and remove the mower belt (A) from ground to ...sides of the hitch rod (A). Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine, set the ground speed control levers to START/PARK, and set the parking brake lever to step 2. 2. Front Jam Nut Leveling Figure 42. Mower Belt B. To raise or lower the front of mower deck, loosen the two rear jam nuts (B) ...
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...and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section, then perform the following steps: • Turn the mower blades OFF, set the ground speed control levers to START / PARK, set the parking...cause an explosion. Alternator, Battery: 230 CCA 44 oz (1.3 liters) w/o filter; 48 oz (1.42 liters) w/filter TRANSlVlISSION: Type Hydraulic Fluid Continuous Torque Output Maximum Weight per Axle Hydro-Gear EZT ... RPM. ENGINE: Make Model Horsepower Displacement Electrical System Oil Capacity Briggs & Stratton ELS 21 @ 3600 rpm 32.95 cu in the unit, disconnect the negative cable. Acidic gas...
...and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section, then perform the following steps: • Turn the mower blades OFF, set the ground speed control levers to START / PARK, set the parking...cause an explosion. Alternator, Battery: 230 CCA 44 oz (1.3 liters) w/o filter; 48 oz (1.42 liters) w/filter TRANSlVlISSION: Type Hydraulic Fluid Continuous Torque Output Maximum Weight per Axle Hydro-Gear EZT ... RPM. ENGINE: Make Model Horsepower Displacement Electrical System Oil Capacity Briggs & Stratton ELS 21 @ 3600 rpm 32.95 cu in the unit, disconnect the negative cable. Acidic gas...
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.... AWARNING To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the rider or mower only when the engine is stopped and the ground speed levers are set to START/PARK. Mower blade switch in CLOSED position. Move choke to cool, then refill the... weight oil. eetheback coverforimportanSt earsParts&RepairCenterinformation. Troubleshooting the Rider PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not turnover or start. Set to START position. Turn ignition switch fully to START/PARK. i Engine flooded. Drain fuel & replace with fresh fuel. Clean the battery terminals. Contact Sears ...
.... AWARNING To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the rider or mower only when the engine is stopped and the ground speed levers are set to START/PARK. Mower blade switch in CLOSED position. Move choke to cool, then refill the... weight oil. eetheback coverforimportanSt earsParts&RepairCenterinformation. Troubleshooting the Rider PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not turnover or start. Set to START position. Turn ignition switch fully to START/PARK. i Engine flooded. Drain fuel & replace with fresh fuel. Clean the battery terminals. Contact Sears ...
