Sears 917.25953 User Manual Page 1

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OPERATIONjhese symbols may appear on your tractor or In literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.QBATTERY©. ...FUEL1.

OPERATIONKNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORComparetheiliustrationswithyourtractortofamiiiar

OPERATlOîSiThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

OPERATIONTO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch., Any attempt by the operator to leave the s

OPERATIONADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, dean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will in

OPERATION Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. Afterthe engineis running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed With motion control lever

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES1 iViAiNTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICESERVICE DA 'ESCheck Brake Operation1/1/Check Tire P

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESTRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance,BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feet

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the batt

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITiESAIR FILTER (See Fig. 18)Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every

Asafety rulesI liiiiBi* ши ii I» щщт Яич* «• чАтМSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersiMPORTAHT- THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUT

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESVlUFFLERnspect and replace corroded rrruffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as It could create a fire hazard and/or damage

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSCAUTION: BEFORE PERFORWNG ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTIVIENTS:0 Depress ciutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.« Place motion

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26)The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on le

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 29)The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not b

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB• Raise hood,« Pull bulb holder out of the hole In the backside of the grill.• Replace bulb In holde

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 34)The carburetor has been preset at the factoi-y and adjustment should not be necessary. Howev

STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wit! not be used for 30 days ormore.ACAUTION; Never sto

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONWiH not Start1- Out of fuel 1.Fill fuel tank.2 Engine not “CHOKED" p rap s riy, |2See 'TO START

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM CAUSECORRECTIONEngine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged1 - Faulty opsrator-safat

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dep

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TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY RULES...2PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTSThese accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACKParts Bag contents shown full size(1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16x1(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X 1-1/4(1) Lock washer 3/8(1) Locknut 5/16-18(1)

ASSEMBLYYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. T0 ensure safe and pr

ASSEMBLYConnect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi- temaining hex bolt, flat washer,' ' 'nal with and hex nut...

ASSEMBLYINSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7)• Install two latch hooks to muicher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown