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Craftsman 259O9 Instruction Manual

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259O9
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  • Page 1 CRnFTXMaN ° 259O9 Instruction manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using this machine.
  • Page 2 Safety specifications. Sicherheitsbestimmungen. Consignes de s_curit_. Assembly. Zusammenbau. Montage. Functional description. Funktionsbeschreibung. Description du fonctionnement._ Procedure before start. MaBnahmen vor dem Anlassen. Avant de dSmarrer. Driving. Betrieb. Conduite. Maintenance, adjustment. Instandhaltung, Einstellung. Entretien, r_glages. Faulttracing. StSrungssuche. Recherche des pannes. Storage. Aufbewahrung.
  • Page 3 1. Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers & IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Do not use on slopes of more than 10 °. I.
  • Page 4 • Reduce the throttle setting duringengine run-out and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, tum the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing. IV. Maintenance and Storage Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equip- ment is in safe working condition.
  • Page 5 These symbols may appear on your machine or in the literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. "_ REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH FAST SLOW LIGHTS ON UGHTS OFF ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED PARKING BRAKE BATTERY CLUTCH CHOKE...
  • Page 6 These symbols may appear on your machine or in the literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. NO OPERATION KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY READ OWNERS MANUAL EUROPEAN MACHINERY WARNING DIRECTIVE FOR SAFETY MOWER LIFT DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREEWHEEL DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT BAGGER OR DEFLECTOR...
  • Page 7 SHIELD IMMEDIATELY WITH L_Z_I EYES. I SULFURIC ACID WATER. G EXPLOSIVE GASES I CANCAUSE HELP FAST. _r(_ *SPARKS CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS ,FLAMES BLINDNESS OR OR INJURY. I ,SMOKING I SEVERE BURNS. RECYCLE Mfg. byt EPM Products Baltimore, MD 21226 MADE IN U.S.A.
  • Page 8 2. Assembly. Before the tractor can be used certain parts must be assembled, which for transportation reasons are enclosed in the packing. The picture shows which parts must be assembled. ©...
  • Page 9 Install steering wheel Fit the steering wheel components in the sequence shown. Make sure that the front wheels point straight ahead and that the steering wheel bar points across the tractor.
  • Page 10 Seat Remove the hardware securing seat to the cardboard pack- ing and set the hardware aside for assembly of seat to tractor. Pivot seat upward and remove from cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. The seat is adjustable for individual setting in relation to the clutch and brake pedal.
  • Page 11 NOTE: If battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label, charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. WARNING: Before installing battery remove metal brace- lets, wrist watch bands, rings, etc. from yourperson. Touching these items to battery could result in bums.
  • Page 12 • Raise deck to highest position, INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT • Assemble gauge wheels(11 ) as shown. Tighten securely. Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift lever. Engage parking brake. Cut and remove tie from anti-sway( 1) bar.
  • Page 13 3. Functional description. Positioning of controls Light Switch. Throttle control. Brake and crutch pedat. Gear Shift Lever. Attachment clutch switch. Quick lifting/lower of the cutting unit. ignition lock. Parking Brake. Cutting height setting. 10. Choke control.
  • Page 14 1. Light switch 2. Throttle control The throttle control regulates the engine revs and thus the rotation speed of the blades. = Full speed = Idling speed...
  • Page 15 3. Brake and clutch pedal When the pedal is pushed down the brake is applied and the motor is disengaged,...
  • Page 16 4. Gear shift lever The gear box has positions forward, neutral and reverse. Gear changing can take place from neutral to top gear without stopping in each gear position. Disengage the motor at each gear position! Start can take place irrespective of the gear lever position.
  • Page 17 5. Attachment clutch switch 6. Quick lifting/lowering of the cutting unit Pull the lever backwards to quickly lift the cutting unit when passing over irreguladties in the lawn, etc. During transporta- tion the cutting unit shall be in the highest position. Pull the lever back until it locks.
  • Page 18 START 7. Ignition Lock There are throe different positions for the ignition key: All electdc current broken. Electric current connected. START Start motor connected. WARNING! Never leave the key in the ignition lock when leaving the machine on its own. Parking brake Connect the parking brake in the following way:...
  • Page 19 9. Cutting height setting The required cutting height is set with the aid ofthe wheel. The cutting height is increased when it is turned clockwise, The wheel is easier to turn if the lever for lifting/lowering of the cutting unit is pulled backwards at the same time.
  • Page 20 10. Choke control When the engine is cold the choke shou{d be pulled out before starting. When the engine has started and is running smoothly push the choke in.
  • Page 21 4. Before starting. Filling The engine should be run of pure (not oil mixed) un eaded petrol. Do notfill beyond the lower edge of the filling hole. Do not fill over max level. WARNING! Petrol is highly inflammable. Proceed with care and fill up with petrol outdoors.
  • Page 22 Oil level The combined oil refilling cap and the oil stick is accessible .when the bonnet is lifted forwards. The oil level in the engine should be checked before each run. Make sure that the tractor is horizontal. Unscrew the oil stick and wipe clean. Replace the oil stick and screw tight.
  • Page 23 Tire air pressure Check the tyre pressure regularly, The pressure in the front tyrec should be 1 bar ( 14 PSI) and 0,8 bar (12 PSI) in the back tyres.
  • Page 24 5. Driving. Starting of motor Make sure that the cutting unit is in the transport position (top position) and that the lever for connection/disconnection of the cutting unit is in the disconnection position, _Press down the clutch/brake pedal completely and hold down.
  • Page 25 _Warm motor: Push the gas control half-way to full gas position ",_". _Tum the ignition key to "START position". NOTE! Do not run the start motor more than 5 seconds at once. If the engine will not start, wait about 10 seconds before the next try.
  • Page 26 The machine is equipped with a safety switch which immediately breaks the current to the engine if the driver leaves the seat with engine running and with the connec- NOTE? tion/disconnection lover in position _connection'. Driving Lower the cutting unit by moving the lever forwards. Connect the cutting unit.
  • Page 27 Cutting tips Clear the lawn from stones and other objects which can be thrown away by the blades. Localize and mark stones and other fixed objects to avoid collision. Begin with a high cutting height and reduce until the required cutting result is obtained. The cutting result is best with high engine speed (blades rotate quickly) and low gear machine goes slowly).
  • Page 28 WARNING! Do not drive in terrain at an angle of more than max. 10 °. The risk for spark-over backwards is large. • In steep terrain the risk for tipping is considerable. Avoid stopping and starting in sloping terrain. Only change gear when the machine is standing still to avoid damaging the gear box.
  • Page 29 Use the left side of the machine to cut close to trees, bushes and paths, etc. The blade cuts about 15 mm inside the edge of the cover. Switching off the engine Move the gas control to ",,lml_".Disconnect the cutting unit by moving the connect/disconnect lever downwards.
  • Page 30 WARNING! Do not fleave the ignition key in the machine when not in use to prevent children and other aunauthorized persons starting the engine.
  • Page 31 6. Maintenance, adjustment• "_(_ WARNING! Before servicing the engine or cutting unit the following shall be carded out: • Press down the clutch/brake pedal and engage the parking brake lever. Put gear lever in neutral• Move connection/disconnection fever to disengaged position.
  • Page 32 Maintenance NOTE: Periodic maintenance should be performed on a regular basis in order to keep your tractor in good running condition. WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting before attempting any repair, inspection, or mainte- nance. Before each use: Check oil, lubricate pivot points as necessary.
  • Page 33 SERVICE RECORD Fill in dates as you complete regular service Every 8 Every Every Every Every Needed hours 25 hours 50 hours 100 hours 200 hours Change engine oil ....................• Lubricate pivot points ..............Check brake operation ......• Clean air screen ............

  • Page 34: Blade Removal

    Blades For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades, Sharpening can be carried outwith a file or grinding disc. NOTE! It is very important that both blades are sharpened equally to avoid imbalance. BLADE REMOVAL: Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.
  • Page 35 1. Measure the distance between the brake lever and the adjuster nut. The distance should be 44mm (1.75"). Ad ust the distance if necessary by first loosening the lock nut (2) and then ad usting wth the nut (1). Brakes The brakes are located inside the right rear wheel.
  • Page 36 Dismantling of the cutting unit Work from the right side of the machine. Take off the belt from the engine pulley (1). Remove the two rear retainer springs (2) and knock off the axle taps with a hammer.
  • Page 37 Remove the retainer springs (3), (4), (5) and axles. Pull the lever for lifting/lowering the cutting unit back- wards. Pull out the cutting unit from the machine. Assembly of the cutting unit Push in the cutting unit under the machine. Assemble in the reverse order to dismantling,...
  • Page 38 Replacement of drive belt for cutting unit 1. Dismantle the cutting unit as described previousley, Work off the belt from the unit's left pultey and then from the other wheels. Pull the belt away from the cutting unit. The new belt is mounted in the reverse order. Check that the belt lies inside all the belt guides.
  • Page 39 Adjustment of the cutting unit A. In the direction of travel 1, Check that the air pressure is correct in all four tyres, Make sure that the machine is on a horizontal surface. Lift up the cutting unit to its highest position. Measure the distances A and B.

  • Page 40: Side-To-Side

    (1) Bottom edge of mower (2) Lift link adjustmentnut SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT Raise mower to highest position. At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" should be the same or within 6mm (1/4") of each other. •...

  • Page 41: Belt Installation

    _)TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT BELT REMOVAL - Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt). • Remove mower ddve belt from electric clutch pulley only Roll motion ddve belt off transaxle pulley (1). Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys (2), then off engine pulley (3) and front V-idler pulley (4).
  • Page 42 TRANSAXLE COOLING eep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. CHECK TRANSAXLE OtL LEVEL Block up roar axle securely. Remove left rear wheel by removing hub bolts. Remove filler plug (A) from transaxle. Oil level must be even with plug threads.
  • Page 43 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING While holding spring bushing(1 ) with wrench, loosen jam nut(2). Turn adjustment bolt(3) clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort for heavier attachments. Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter attach- ments. • Retighten jam nut against spring bushing. IMPORTANT: DO NOT ADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING...
  • Page 44 7. Fault Tracing. Engine will not start 1. No fuel in fuel tank. Plug defective. Plug connection defective. Dirt in carburetlor or fuet pipe, Start motor will not turn engine Battery flat. Poor contact between cable and battery pole. Connection/disconnection level in wrong position. Main fuse defective.
  • Page 45 8. Storage. The tollowing steps should be taken when mowing season IS over." Clean the entire machine, especially underneath cutting unit cover, Touch up al_ chipped painl surfaces in order to avoid corrosion. Change engine oil Drain the fuel tank. Start the engine and allow it to run until it is out of fuel Remove the spark plug and pour one table spoon of engine oil into the cylinder.
  • Page 48 £RAFTSMAN" PART NO. 173896 01.12.00 Printed in U.S.A.