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... and workmanship. This warranty is void if this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, visit www.craftsman.com or call 1-800-659-5917 to arrange for 90 days from the date of flammable debris, or failure to maintain ...Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 17 Maintenance 17 Service and Adjustments 21 Storage 28 Troubleshooting 29 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 date of purchase, if any non-expendable part of ...
... and workmanship. This warranty is void if this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, visit www.craftsman.com or call 1-800-659-5917 to arrange for 90 days from the date of flammable debris, or failure to maintain ...Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 17 Maintenance 17 Service and Adjustments 21 Storage 28 Troubleshooting 29 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 date of purchase, if any non-expendable part of ...
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.... _IWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Too heavy of your grass catcher, discharge guard, or other tractor. keys before turning. • Never leave a running machine unat- Clean any oil or fuel spillage before storage. 3 spark plug wire...specifications of the manufacturer of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near rotating parts or under the influence of your tractor. I. dation for all times. • Only allow the mower to occur. Do not allow responsible adults, who are involved in a...
.... _IWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Too heavy of your grass catcher, discharge guard, or other tractor. keys before turning. • Never leave a running machine unat- Clean any oil or fuel spillage before storage. 3 spark plug wire...specifications of the manufacturer of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near rotating parts or under the influence of your tractor. I. dation for all times. • Only allow the mower to occur. Do not allow responsible adults, who are involved in a...
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... preventive maintenance check. also, 10% off regular price of dependable operation. Federal laws apply on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for and using your covered product can count on all that it should not be used , ... a regular schedule in the Agreement: • Expert service by the operator. In the state of this owner's manual. _,WARNING: This tractor is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you money and aggravation. Some limitations and exclusions apply...
... preventive maintenance check. also, 10% off regular price of dependable operation. Federal laws apply on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for and using your covered product can count on all that it should not be used , ... a regular schedule in the Agreement: • Expert service by the operator. In the state of this owner's manual. _,WARNING: This tractor is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you money and aggravation. Some limitations and exclusions apply...
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... Pliers Tire pressure gauge Utility knife LABEL When right or left unassembled for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut along dotted lines on ...in Maintenance section of those parts left hand is located between terminals) charge battery for charging instructions). ADJUST SEAT 1. BEFORE REMOVING FROM SKiD TRACTOR CH ECK BATTERY 1. Release lever to raised position. Lift hood to lock seat in seat. 2. Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain ...
... Pliers Tire pressure gauge Utility knife LABEL When right or left unassembled for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut along dotted lines on ...in Maintenance section of those parts left hand is located between terminals) charge battery for charging instructions). ADJUST SEAT 1. BEFORE REMOVING FROM SKiD TRACTOR CH ECK BATTERY 1. Release lever to raised position. Lift hood to lock seat in seat. 2. Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain ...
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... Maintenance sections in disengaged position to its highest brake by depressing 3. Raise attachment position. 2. Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor. from the skid. _l_ WARNING: Before starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PU RG ETRANSMISSION" in ...results, mower housing should be sure freewheel control is in the Operation section of this manual). NOTE: You may now roll your tractor, pay ex- See "TO CH ECK BRAKE" in carton. J Battery is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. /All tires are...
... Maintenance sections in disengaged position to its highest brake by depressing 3. Raise attachment position. 2. Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor. from the skid. _l_ WARNING: Before starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PU RG ETRANSMISSION" in ...results, mower housing should be sure freewheel control is in the Operation section of this manual). NOTE: You may now roll your tractor, pay ex- See "TO CH ECK BRAKE" in carton. J Battery is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. /All tires are...
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...ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic ModeJsonly) Failure to the tractor and/or engine. WARNING indicates a hazard which can result in death, serious injury and/or property damage. 9 HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard... , if not avoided, could result in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. These symbols may appear on your tractor or in death, serious injury and/or property damage. FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could resuNt in death, serious...
...ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic ModeJsonly) Failure to the tractor and/or engine. WARNING indicates a hazard which can result in death, serious injury and/or property damage. 9 HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard... , if not avoided, could result in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. These symbols may appear on your tractor or in death, serious injury and/or property damage. FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could resuNt in death, serious...
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...or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Used for future reference. Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations various controls and adjustments. Used for the engine and mower. 10 Used for starting and controlling engine speed. (E)... brake pedal into the brake position. (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Indicates when service is required for reverse movement of tractor at - Used to set forward movement of tractor. (M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Used for starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE - YOUR of mower or other at ...
...or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Used for future reference. Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations various controls and adjustments. Used for the engine and mower. 10 Used for starting and controlling engine speed. (E)... brake pedal into the brake position. (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Indicates when service is required for reverse movement of tractor at - Used to set forward movement of tractor. (M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Used for starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE - YOUR of mower or other at ...
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... . brake 11 We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold tractor secure. ENGINE - • Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position. IMPORTANT: ...will hold , release pressure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any position other than "STOP" will shut off the engine. 1. Depress brake pedal (B) all the way down the pedal...
... . brake 11 We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold tractor secure. ENGINE - • Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position. IMPORTANT: ...will hold , release pressure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any position other than "STOP" will shut off the engine. 1. Depress brake pedal (B) all the way down the pedal...
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... and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 3 inches during the cool season and to leave the seat with tractor on forward drive pedal. Your tractor is at the desired cutting height in desired cutting height slot. To disengage the cruise control, depress the brake pedal or tap on...
... and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 3 inches during the cool season and to leave the seat with tractor on forward drive pedal. Your tractor is at the desired cutting height in desired cutting height slot. To disengage the cruise control, depress the brake pedal or tap on...
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... it is closed and secured to engine "ON" position. Do not mow in place. Only use of tractor. 1. With engine running, turn the ignition key clockwise to tractor. TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control. _,CAUTION" Do not operate the mower without either the ... while backing. 4. tion. 3. When use if you are certain no longer needed, turn ignition key counterclockwise to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). 13 TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor on hills. • If stopping is held in the reverse direc- at - ROS "ON" Position Engine "...
... it is closed and secured to engine "ON" position. Do not mow in place. Only use of tractor. 1. With engine running, turn the ignition key clockwise to tractor. TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control. _,CAUTION" Do not operate the mower without either the ... while backing. 4. tion. 3. When use if you are certain no longer needed, turn ignition key counterclockwise to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). 13 TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor on hills. • If stopping is held in the reverse direc- at - ROS "ON" Position Engine "...
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... See Storage Instructions for two hours. or carburetor cleaner products in storage. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section in your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in this manual. Check engine oil with summer weight oil. 1. Insert key into...and reduce valve life). Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you to start , move fuel from the factory, already filled with tractor on a slope, is not running. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with the ground and cause you should be sure key remains in...
... See Storage Instructions for two hours. or carburetor cleaner products in storage. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section in your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in this manual. Check engine oil with summer weight oil. 1. Insert key into...and reduce valve life). Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you to start , move fuel from the factory, already filled with tractor on a slope, is not running. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with the ground and cause you should be sure key remains in...
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... section of this manual). 3. AUTION: At any trapped air inside the trans- Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in the tractor seat, start engine. PURGE TRANSMISSION _I_CAUTION: Never engage or dis- with engine off and parking brake set parking brake. 6. ...service or replace- ing the engine warm-up period. • The attachments can also be purged before operating the tractor. 1. gage parking brake. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for normal operation. This can be movement wheels. Shutoff engine and set ...
... section of this manual). 3. AUTION: At any trapped air inside the trans- Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in the tractor seat, start engine. PURGE TRANSMISSION _I_CAUTION: Never engage or dis- with engine off and parking brake set parking brake. 6. ...service or replace- ing the engine warm-up period. • The attachments can also be purged before operating the tractor. 1. gage parking brake. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for normal operation. This can be movement wheels. Shutoff engine and set ...
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... of mower should be used for best mowing performance. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut.... Have the cut relatively high; Make first cut area to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the tractor. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to the right of material. Wet grass will...
... of mower should be used for best mowing performance. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut.... Have the cut relatively high; Make first cut area to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the tractor. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to the right of material. Wet grass will...
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...Maintenance "ENGINE" Section iMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have been subjected to see if you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in sandy soil. 4 - BEFORE EACH USE 1. Replace blades more often when operating in high ambient temperatures. 2 - A new... spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. Viscous lubricants will need to be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 17 Not required if equipped with oil ...
...Maintenance "ENGINE" Section iMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have been subjected to see if you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in sandy soil. 4 - BEFORE EACH USE 1. Replace blades more often when operating in high ambient temperatures. 2 - A new... spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. Viscous lubricants will need to be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 17 Not required if equipped with oil ...
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... or covers. torque). erate unless the operator is in the seat. How- ever, periodic charging of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your tractor. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your local parts dealer. Do not attempt to blades. NOTE: To ... blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Blade Bolt (Special) Center Hole Assembly ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may be serviced...
... or covers. torque). erate unless the operator is in the seat. How- ever, periodic charging of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your tractor. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your local parts dealer. Do not attempt to blades. NOTE: To ... blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Blade Bolt (Special) Center Hole Assembly ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may be serviced...
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...the transaxle. Check the crankcase oil level before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL • Be sure tractor is on oil. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until bright. 4. After oil has drained completely, close and... clean cooling fins. axle ever leak or require servicing, contact your expected operating temperature. Replace belts if they will drain more frequently to slip from tractor. 2. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES Illllilll I1_ ,!11111_1 F -20 c -_0 0 -2; 30 ,0 32 40 ; TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED 60 80 100 1'o _0...
...the transaxle. Check the crankcase oil level before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL • Be sure tractor is on oil. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until bright. 4. After oil has drained completely, close and... clean cooling fins. axle ever leak or require servicing, contact your expected operating temperature. Replace belts if they will drain more frequently to slip from tractor. 2. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES Illllilll I1_ ,!11111_1 F -20 c -_0 0 -2; 30 ,0 32 40 ; TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED 60 80 100 1'o _0...
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... Refill engine with arrow pointing towards carburetor. 3. ENGINE OiL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is required. 1. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to , but not over, the "FULl" line on oil fill cap/dipstick ...not recommend using a dirty air filter. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of dirt and chaff to clean your tractor. stick tube. Do not overfill. UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation (more than 100 hours in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation, whichever ...
... Refill engine with arrow pointing towards carburetor. 3. ENGINE OiL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is required. 1. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to , but not over, the "FULl" line on oil fill cap/dipstick ...not recommend using a dirty air filter. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of dirt and chaff to clean your tractor. stick tube. Do not overfill. UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation (more than 100 hours in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation, whichever ...
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... lift lever to either side of mower and disconnect mower suspension arm (A) from chassis pin (B) and rear lift link (C) from tractor and hook the clutch spring (Q) into the cable guide on front edge of the lever. 8. Go to its lowest position. ...bracket (D) - NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are discon- WVIACRENIONGR: ADJTUOSTAMVEONIDTS: SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER= 1. Slide mower under tractor. 2. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. GAGED" position. 2. Remove clutch cable spring (Q) from mower remove retainer spring and washer. 7....
... lift lever to either side of mower and disconnect mower suspension arm (A) from chassis pin (B) and rear lift link (C) from tractor and hook the clutch spring (Q) into the cable guide on front edge of the lever. 8. Go to its lowest position. ...bracket (D) - NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are discon- WVIACRENIONGR: ADJTUOSTAMVEONIDTS: SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER= 1. Slide mower under tractor. 2. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. GAGED" position. 2. Remove clutch cable spring (Q) from mower remove retainer spring and washer. 7....
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... suspension bracket (F). Lift rear corner of link assembly through front hole in arm over pin (D) on outside of tractor. 7. Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into bracket, slide collar (L) onto guide and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). . Insert rod end of mower... and position slot in front mower bracket (H) and secure with retainer spring (K). 10. Hook end of tractor. Work from left side of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in link assembly over pin (B) on rear mower bracket and secure with retainer spring. 4....
... suspension bracket (F). Lift rear corner of link assembly through front hole in arm over pin (D) on outside of tractor. 7. Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into bracket, slide collar (L) onto guide and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). . Insert rod end of mower... and position slot in front mower bracket (H) and secure with retainer spring (K). 10. Hook end of tractor. Work from left side of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in link assembly over pin (B) on rear mower bracket and secure with retainer spring. 4....
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... against adjustment nut. 23 The distance should be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8" to raise mower Turn nut left to lower LH side of tractor. • With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench, loosen jam nut A several turns to the ground. Tighten adjust nut B to raise mower / °` ...sary until you to highest position. • Position any blade so the tip is in Visual Adjustment instructions above. 5. With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on tires. Deck must be the same on both sides of mower, position blade at front and rear tip of the blade. • If front...
... against adjustment nut. 23 The distance should be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8" to raise mower Turn nut left to lower LH side of tractor. • With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench, loosen jam nut A several turns to the ground. Tighten adjust nut B to raise mower / °` ...sary until you to highest position. • Position any blade so the tip is in Visual Adjustment instructions above. 5. With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on tires. Deck must be the same on both sides of mower, position blade at front and rear tip of the blade. • If front...