Craftsman 536.270320 Owners Manual

Craftsman 536.270320 - 13.5 HP 30 in. Deck Manual

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    ,,m,.i, owner's manual Model No. 536.270211 £RRFTSMRN CAUTION: Read And Follow All Safety Rules And Instructions Before Operating This Equipment. 13.5 HP. ELECTRIC START 30" MOWER / MULCHER 5 SPEED REAR ENGINE RIDER • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities ° ServiceAnd Adjustment F-
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    HOW TO CLEAN THE MOWER HOUSING 31 15 FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT 31 15 STORAGE (OVER 30 DAYS 32 16 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART 33 OPERATING TIPS 17 SLOPE GUIDE 34 MOWING AND BAGGING TIPS 17 INDEX 35 MULCHING TIPS ;:,: ._, ::::17 :REPAIR:PARTS 36 ....... LIMITED TWO YEAR
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    4 inches. 30 foot-pounds (ft-lbs) 3 Rear Engine Rider Record in the space below the serial number and the date of purchase of this unit. The model number and serial number are found on a decal attached to the rear of the frame. Model Number: 536,270211 Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Keep these
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    attachment(s) when transporting or not in use. Turn off the blade(s) when not mowing 11. Stop the engine before removing the grass bagger d. Use counterweightsor wheel weights when suggested in the Instruction Book 18. Do , do not mow it. See the "Slope Guide" in the back of this book to check for
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    engine inside a closed area ! 3. Keep all nuts and bolts, especially the blade attachment nuts tight Frequently Check the blade(s) for wear or damage such as cracks and nicks A blade that is bent or damaged must be immediately replaced with an original equipment blade from an authorized service
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    and sand MULCH RAKFJDETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup Twenty spring tine teeth Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding. Available for front or rear mounting. SPRAYERS use 12.Vott DC electric motor that connects to the riding mower battery or
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    wrench (2 required) 2 Open end wrench 1/2" -9/16" 3. Open end wrench 7/16"-'{/2" 4. Blade type screwdriver THE UNIT SteeringWheel -Parts Bag Owner's Manual Seat Bracket Figure 1 MOWER PARTS BAG - CONTENTS The fasteners and other loose parts are shown below The fasteners are shown at full size
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    Charge at a rate of 6 amperes for one hour. If you do not have a battery charger, have an authonzed service center charge the battery. IA!!!!!!!!!! , x°o 1, Remove the protective caps from the battery terminals 2. If equipped, slide the terminal cover onto the red cable (Figure 2) Fasten the
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    at full size. (A) lx102 (B) 15x88 1 Make sure the front wheels point forward 2 Some models have an optional bellows, Slide the bellows over the steering post. Make sure the collar of the bellows is on top (Figure 3) 3 Attach the steering wheel to the steering post with the fasteners Tighten the
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    of cut, mow a short distance and look at the area that was cut If the mower housing does not cut level, see the instructionson "How To Level The Mower Housing" in the Service And Adjustment section of this instruction book. F-99636 t0 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    your lawn mower and while mowing. We recom- mend the Wide Vision Safety Mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores. LOCATION OF CONTROLS ATFACHMENT CLUTCH: Use the attachment clutch to start and stop the rotation of the blade, PARKING
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    , make sure the wire is connected to the seat switch. The attachment clutch isnext to the steering wheel (Figure 8). Use the attachment clutch to engage the blade(s) !. Before you start the engine, make sure the attachment clutch is in the DISENGAGE position Disengage_Position /_ Figure 8 HOW TO
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    1. Move the attachment clutch to the DISENGAGE position 2 Raise the lift lever to the highest position 3. Move the throttle control to a position between SLOW and FAST. 4. To go faster, move the shtft lever to a faster speed F-99636 !3 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    The deflector forces the dis- ,_ cdheaflregcetodr minattehreiadlotowwnaprdostihtieong.roIfutnhde. dAelfwleacytsorkiesedpatmhe- aged, replace the deflector with an original equipment part from an authorized service center. t Start the engine. 2. Move the lift lever to a height of cut position In
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    engine problems with the fuel engine cool for several minutes. Service engine, move the attachment clutch to the DISENGAGED position and engage the parking brake. 1 Put a wet cloth over the vent caps of each battery mower's engine block, Start the engine that has the weak battery last Allow the engine
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    mower housing (Figure I3) ,_ WcoAnRnNecINt Gth:eTwoirperefvroemnt tthhee sepnagrikneplfurogm. Msatkaertisnugr,e dthise- attachment clutch is in the DISENGAGE position. The mulcher plate lets you mulch correctly, replace the blade with a standard blade. The part number of the standard blade is
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    the oil in the engine and add oil if necessary 3. If the engine will not start, first make sure the wire is attached to the spark plug. Make sure all the belts are inside all the belt guides See the instructions on how to remove and install the motion drive and mower drive belts. 5. Before you
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    Blade, Inspect and Sharpen Attachment Clutch, Check M Brake, Check i O Clutch, Check W ....... E Tire.s, Check R Battery, Check and Charge Battery 4 I Muffler, Check N Spark Piug, Check E ........... Fuel Filter, Replace (RemoteFuelTanksOnly) Spark Plug, Replace EVERY 50 HOURS i ii
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    nut tight If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug See if the blade is bent or damaged Check the blade adapter for damage. Before you operate the unit, replace damaged parts with original equipment parts See the authorized service center in your area_Every
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    need assistance, take the unitto an authorized service center. 12. if you replace the mower drive belt, adjust the attachment clutch. Blade Brake Clevis Pin Mower DrLve Belt PivotRodand BracketAssembly Cotter P_n F-99636 20 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Figure 19
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    unit If the rear wheels do notturn, the brake iscorrectlyadjusted. Release the parking brake. Push the unit to see if the wheels will freely roll HOWTO instructions,"How To Check And Adjust The Drive Brake". _ 4%1 t,,,-_ Transaxle Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Figure 21
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    RESPONSIBILITIES HOW TO REMOVE THE SIDE PANEL To help service the engine or the battery, each side panel can be easily removed. 1. Remove the screws that hold the back of the side panel (Figure 22) 2. Remove the large screws that hold the front of the side panel (Figure 23). 1. Remove the black
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    shown with engine oil. -'_ Apply grease with a brush to the areas shown. NOTE: Apply grease to the steering gear assembly, CAUTION: If the unit is operated in dry areas that have sand, use a dry graphite spray to lubricate the unit, Do not lubricate the nylon bearings for the front wheels. Oil or
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    the muffler. If the spark arrester is worn or a new muffler A worn muffler is a fire hazard and can damage the damaged, replace it with a new spark arrester See your nearest engine F-99636 authorized service center for a spark attester 24 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    PLUG 1 Check the gap of the spark plug with a feeler gauge (Figure 28). The correct gap is 0.030". 2. For easy starting and good performance, replace the spark plug every two years. Feeler Gauge 0 030" Spark Ptug Figure 28 F-99636 25 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    RPM. When the throttle control is in the SLOW position, the engine speed is 2150 + or- 100 RPM. IMPORTANT; Do not change the engine governor. If the engine governor needs an adjustment, go to the nearest Authorized Service Center. They have the equipment and experience to make the adjustment. CHOKE
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    the instructions on "How To Adjust The Attachment Clutch". Stack Pulley t Belt Guide Blade Drive Link Attachment Clutch Hanger B / Hair Pin Mower DnveBelt \ Lift Lever Adj Hanger Long Pin /" D /__1 c B'_lade DnveLink F-99636 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Front
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    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO LEVEL THE MOWER HOUSING If the mower housing is level, the blade wiltcut easier and the lawn will look better. WARNING: Before you make an inspection, adjust- _iL mspeanrt,k oprlurgep. aRiremtootvhee tuhneit,spdaisrckonpnluegctwtihree wtoirperteovethnet the engine
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    5. Pull the motion drive belt toward the front of the unit. 6. Remove the motion drive belt from the stack pulley. If necessary, loosen the belt guide at the stack pulley. A correct replacement part or assistance is available from an authorized service center in your area INSTALLATION 1 Slide the
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    belt between the stack pulley and the belt guide. Install the mower drive belt around the the stack pulley 6 Before you mow, check the attachment clutch See the instructions on =How To Adjust The Attachment Clutch". INSTALLATION 1. Pull the belt guides away from the mandrel pulley Slide the belt
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    parts The alignment of the front wheels cannot be adjusted Ifthe steering 1. Move the lever for the attachment clutch to the ENGAGE position. is damaged and the alignment has changed, see your nearest authorized service center F-99636 31 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    , inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear Replace if necessary. MOWER HOUSING 1. Clean the mower housing See "How To Clean The Mower Housing". LUBRICATE THE UNIT See the =Where To Lubricate" Responsibilities section. instructions in the Customer prevent engine problems with the fuel
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    is inside all belt guides. 2 If the noise is continuous, adjust the clutch. PROBLEM: The rear wheels spin over uneven terrain. 1. Check the front axle. If the front axle does not freely pivot, loos- en the axle bolt(s). PROBLEM: The engine will not idle. 1 Replace the spark plug. 2 Clean the air
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    mower up or down slopes, never across the face of slopes. On a riding mower to determine if a slope is safe to mow: (1) disengage the blade guide and do not mow a slope that is greater than 15 degrees. If the riding mower is used with a pull-behind or rear mounted attachment manuals search engine
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    Responsibilities Attachment Clutch, 20 Battery Charge, 22 Check Acid, 22 Clean, 22 Blade, 19 Clutch, 21 Drive Brake, 2t Filter, Air, 25 Lubrication, 23 Maintenance Chart, 18 Muffler, 24 Spark Plug, 25 Cutting Height Adjust, 28, 31 Change, 13 F-99636 INDEX D Drive Brake Adjust, 21 Check, 21 E Engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 8 36 10 64 21 21 31 5O \ REPAIR PARTS BODY CHASSIS 14 13 2O 22 17 28 \ 26 22 27 _, 3O 32 22 34, 16 35_ // / // \ / 22 \ t 11 45 iX / 58 41 65 62 63 F-99636 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    43 Washer 44 Support,SteeringColumn 45 Mat,Left 46 Mat,Right 47 Frame 48 Screw 49 Locknut Part No. 26x250 Mfg. No. 56122E700 9x29 STD551231 19x6 26x49 STD541437 15x84 54800Z STD551025 17x38Z 56240E700 54795 54796 56612E549 6x74 STD54t425 15x66 50 Engine,Craftsman Model143.981300
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    ,Extension 62 Locknut,Hex 63 Washer 165x81 STD541431 17x148 15x43 64 Transaxle, Dana Model 4450-1 :_ 65 Bolt, Carriage STD533107 2x53 66 Bracket,Transaxle 67 Bolt, Hex 56503E700 lx139 68 Washer t7x160 69 Key, Square 56534 70 Wheel &Tire Assembly 71 Washer 92308-601 17xt95 72 E-Ring 73
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    MODEL 536.270211 REPAIR PARTS STEERING \ \ 10 13 14 32 17 26 37 40 27 36 41 F-99636 39 40 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 REPAIR PARTS STEERING Key No. Description 1 SteerinWg heel 2 BellowsS,teeringPost * 38 TireOnly* 39 ValveStem* 40 Wheel& TireAssembly 41 Washer 42 HubCap Part No. 54783 54789 STD523115 STD541431 56417C STD541531 41 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION 7 \ / / / / / // / / / / 42 t9 / // j¢ / " 17 / / / / , / 1 21 / , \ / /_ /5 / / 20 25 22 \ \ 23 1 -\ 24 _ 23 24 22 \\ 28 / A 27 F-99636 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 39 1 40 42
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    MODEL 536.270211 REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION F-99636 Key No. Description 1 LocknutF, lange 2 Washer 3 Pin,Cotter 4 Screw 5 Bolt,Shoulder 6 Nut,Adjusting 7 Grip, No. 15x84 17x53 30x20 lx76 15x66 15x89 15x88 2x64 lx45 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING B 28 \ 29 27 26 21 18 18 1! /A 15 \ 16 14 17 F-99636 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING Key No. Description 1 Belt,MoweDr rive 2 PulleyS, plined 3 Lockwasher 4 LocknutH, ex 5 Nut,Hex 6 Pulley,Idler 7 BracketU, pperIdler 8 Spacer 9 AssemblyB, ladeIdler 10 LocknutF, lange 11 Pin,Clevis 12 Clevis 13 Bolt,Hex 14 Pin,Hair 15 Guide
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    ORANGE ,s) POS FUNCTION CIRCUIT (MAKE) O 1 OFF M+G 2 RUN NONE m r 3 START B+S YELLOW 14 YELLOW I 18 2 / 9 RED Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Key No. Description 1 Switch, Seat Sensor 2 Locknut 3 Bolt, Hex 4 Battery (Type U1-L5) 5 Cable, Battery Ground (Black) 6 Screw 7 Cable, Positive Battery (Red) 8 Cap, Ignition Switch 9 Solenoid 10 Nut, Ignition Switch 12 Switch, Ignition
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    -I3 ! '43 O_ 13 / 18 29 _o 0 ill I"" tJ!'1 0') k_ ",4 21 / / 23 // 24 / / 25 / / 42 / / 26 /' / 27 8 28 / / I3 //* // Z'O ,,1__ "lg Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 Key 21 WasherP, lain.758x 1.25x .062(2 req.) 22 Axle,R.H. 23 Gear,Spur-12T 24 Gear,Spur-17-1 25 Gear 3919 3781 3180 3940 3953 3951 3941 3942 3943 3955 3991 REPAIR PARTS 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE DANA MODEL: 4450-1 Key No. Description 30 Washer, Plain .505 x . manuals search engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 ENGINE 143.981300 REPAIR PARTS 347 263 308A 135 153 266 155 F-99636 50 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    MODEL 536.270211 ENGINE 143.981300 REPAIR PARTS F-99636 51 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 400
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    OS) 127 Washer 128 Bellevilte Washer 130 Screw, 5/16-I8 x 2-1/2" 135 Resistor Spark Plug (RJ4C) 150 Valve Spring 15! Valve Spring Keeper 153 Push Rod Guide 154 Rocker Arm Stud 155 Rocker Arm 156 Lock Washer 52 Part No. 33356 35317 35711A 31927 35319 35712 35479 35321 35322 29193
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    MODEL 536.270211 157 Wire Clip Blower Housing Plug Deflector Screw, 10-32 x 9/16" Screw, Torx T-30 Spring Instruction Decal Instruction Decat Carburetor (Incl. (1). Screen Kit (Optional) Replacement Replacement from 71-999 Engine, None SB 752321, order PARTS 35959 650876 35762 36839 35829A
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    MODEL 536.270211 ENGINE 143.981300 REPAIR PARTS Key No. Description 0 Carburetor (IncLIA,184 of Engine Parts List) 1 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 1A Bushing Part No. 640115 632649 36288 Key No. Description 47 Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well 48 Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent Part No.
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    MODEL 536.270211 ENGINE 143.981300 REPAIR PARTS y ELECTRIC STARTER F-99636 4 3 t Key No, 0 ! 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 (Inc1.12,14,17,18) Washer Nut Screw, Torx T-30, 1/4-20 x 15/32" 55 Part No. 36680 33451 33842 33430 33854 33432 35893 33450 35894 35895 36699 35896 35897 35898 35899 650168 65O864 650990
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    MODEL 536.270211 RED RED BATFERY I ,, III I 12V REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC BLACK = STARTER FUSE 15 AMP RED r t ORANGE i HIIIIII | IGNITION ATTACHMENT _ INTERLOCK SWITCH SWITCH 11 HI Start Run off 56 CIRCUIT B+S B÷L G+M Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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    MULCHER 5 SPEED REAR ENGINE RIDER The Model Number for the mower is found on a decal attached to the back of the frame The Model Number for the engine is found on the blower housing above the spark plug Always give the Model Number when you call for service or order repair parts for your unit Repair
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,,m,.i,
owner's
manual
Model No.
536.270211
CAUTION:
Read And Follow
All Safety Rules
And Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment.
£RRFTSMRN
13.5 HP. ELECTRIC
START
30" MOWER
/
MULCHER
5 SPEED
REAR ENGINE
RIDER
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
°
ServiceAnd
Adjustment
F-99636
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179 U.S.A.
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