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Owner's Manual

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GARDEN TRACTOR

22.0 HP, 54" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.276211

This product has a low emission engine which operates

[_ differently from previously built engines. Before start the

you

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT;

Read and followall Safety

Rules and Instructionsbefore

operatingthisequipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am ,-5 pm,Mon- Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U_&Ao

Visit our Craftsman website:www, sear&com/craftsman

Warranty ................................................ 2

Safety Rules .......................................... 3

Product Specifications ........................... 5

Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 7

Operation ............................................. 12

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 18

Maintenance ........................................ 18

Service and Adjustments ..................... 23

Storage ................................................ 29

Troubleshooting ................................... 30

Repair Parts .......................................... 34

Sears Service ........................ Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,

Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in

material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will

also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During

the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your

home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your conve-

nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur-

chase, but a trip charge will apply° This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®, This warranty applies only while this product is within

the United States,

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to

blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

o Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

° Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

o Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, elec-

trical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper

grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris,

or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the

owner's manual.

° Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur-.

chase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement,

° Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-

merit proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery

wili not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30

days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After

the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail-

able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which

vary, from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Coo,Dept,817WA, Hoffman Estates, tL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-

ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious

injury or death.

_WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_I_WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_,WARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor° Use common sense when towing°

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope, Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous, Tires can

lose traction with the ground and cause

u to lose control of your tractor.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle com-

ponents contain or emit chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

_IbWARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual before starting_

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating

parts or under the machine, Keep clear

of the discharge opening at all times,

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine°

• Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blades.

•Be sure the area is clear of bystand-

ers before operating. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area_

•Nevercarry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never direct discharged material

toward anyone, Avoid discharging

material against a walt or obstruction,

Material may ricochet back toward the

operator. Stop the blades when cross-

ing gravel surfaces.

• Do not operate machine without the

entire grass catcher, discharge guard,

or other safety devices in place and

working.

• Slowdown before turning.

°Neverleave a running machine

unattended° Always turn off blades,

set parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Disengage blades when not mowing.

Shut off engine and wait for all parts to

come to a complete stop before clean-

ing the machine, removing the grass

catcher, or unclogging the discharge

guard.

• Operate machine only in daylight or

good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

° Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

•Always wear eye protection when oper-

ating machine.

° Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-re-

lated injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious

injury.

o Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dation for wheel weights or counter-

weights.

° Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debris which can cause

build-up to occur. Clean any oii or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of

control and tip-over accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. Opera-

tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If

you cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or

other hidden objects. Uneven terrain

could overturn the machine. Tall grass

can hide obstacles.

° Choose a low ground speed so that

you will not have to stop or shift while

on the slope.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may

lose traction.

Always keep the machine in gear when

going down slopes. Do not shift to

neutral and coast downhill.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on

a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis-

engage the blades and proceed slowly

straight down the slope.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction, which

could cause the machine to roll over.

°Use extra care while operating ma-

chine with grass catchers or other at-

tachments; they can affect the stability

of the machine. Do no use on steep

slopes.

, Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,

or embankments. The machine could

suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the

edge or if the edge caves ino

III, CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Never assume

that children will remain where you last

saw them.

• Keep chiidren out of the mowing area

and in the watchful care of a respon-

sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child

enters the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind

and down for small children.

° Never carry children, even with the

blades shut off. They may fall off and

be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation. Children who

have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area

for another ride and be run over or

backed over by the machine.

° Never allow children to operate the

machine.

° Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may block your view of a child.

IV, TOWING

•Tow only with a machine that has a

hitch designed for towing, Do not at-

tach towed equipment except at the

hitch point.

•Follow the manufacturer's recom-

mendation for weight limits for towed

equipment and towing on slopes.

° Never allow children or others in or on

towed equipment.

•On slopes, the weight of the towed

equipment may cause loss of traction

and loss of control.

° Travel slowly and allow extra distance

to stop.

V. SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

To avoid personal injury or property

damage, use extreme care in handling

gasoline_ Gasoline is extremely flammable

and the vapors are explosive.

° Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes,

and other sources of ignition.

•Use only approved gasoline container.

°Never remove gas cap or add fuel with

the engine running. Allow engine to

cool before refueling.

° Never fuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel con-

tainer where there is an open flame,

spark, or pilot light such as on a water

heater or other appliances.

•Never fill containers inside a vehicle

or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic

liner. Always place containers on the

ground away from your vehicle when

filling.

• Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom

the truckor trailerand refuelit onthe

ground,If this is notpossible,then

refuelsuchequipmentwitha portable

container,ratherthanfroma gasoline

dispensernozzle.

° Keepthe nozzleincontactwiththe rim

of the fuel tankor containeropeningat

all timesuntilfuelingis complete.Do

not usea nozzlelock-opendevice,

• If fuelis spilledonclothing,change

clothingimmediately_

° Neveroverfillfuel tank.Replacegas

capandtightensecurely.

GENERAL SERVICE

° Never operate machine in aclosed are_

• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure

the equipment is in safe working condi-

tion.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly,

° Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage and remove any fuel-soaked

debris. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• tf you strike a foreign object, stop and

inspect the machine, Repair, if neces-

sary, before restarting,

• Never make any adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

° Check grass catcher components and

the discharge guard frequently and

replace with manufacturer's recom-

mended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the

blade or wear gloves, and use extra

caution when servicing them°

• Checkbrake operation frequently_ Ad-

just and service as required.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruc-

tion labels, as necessary,

° Be sure the area is clear of bystand-

ers before operating_ Stop machine if

anyone enters the area,

• Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children, even with the

blades shut off. They may fall off and

be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation. Children who

have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area

for another ride and be run over or

backed over by the machine.

° Keep children out of the mowing area

and in the watchful care of a respon-

sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child

enters the area.

•Before and while backing, look behind

and down for small children.

° Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across.

° Choose a low ground speed so that you

will not have to stop or shift while on

the slope.

•Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a

slope. If the tires lose traction, disen-

gage the blades and proceed slowly

straight down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse and

back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 5 Gallons

and Type: Unleaded Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)

(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30 (below 32°F

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4,0 Pints

W/O Filter: 3,75 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC

(Gap: ,040")

Ground Speed to: Hi:

(MPH): 0.7 1o7

1.4 3.3

2.3 5,4

Reverse: 0,9 2.1

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSi

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging System: 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Battery: Amp/Hr: 35

Min. CCA: 280

Case size: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft, Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, welFtrained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor°

Please read and retain this manual, The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES'L

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor,

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_[_.WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws (if any). if a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands, A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest

Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual)_

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur-

chase. Your new Craftsman® product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all products,

it may require repair from time to time.That's

when having a Repair Protection Agreement

can save you money and aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

° Expert service by our t2,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

° Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs,

°Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

° Fast help by phone - phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

simple phone call is al! that it takes for you

to schedule service. You can caII anytime

day or night, or schedule a service ap-

pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase

your Repair Protection Agreement todayl

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

call 1-800-827-6655,

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

Steering Wheel

Steering Steering

Wheer Wheel

Insert Adapter

Steering

Sleeve

Gauge Wheels

(4) Retainer Springs

(double loop)

/(4) Washers

8 x3/4x 14 Ga,

(4) Locknut 3/8-16

4) Wheels _ L__

(4) Clevis Pins

(1) Washer @

t7/32 x t-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob

Mower

(2) Retainer Springs

(double loop)

(2)Flanged Pins

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

"{our new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor

all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools

as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier, Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below_

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers

(1) 1/2"wrench (t) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" socket with drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1_ Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from carton,

2, Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat.

3, Remove mower and packing materials.

4. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1_ Remove locknut and large flat washer

from steering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward,

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4o Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

5. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with Iocknut and large flat washer

previously removed. Tighten securely,

6, Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill,

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

..Steering Wheel

_'_-_> Lock Nut

_--___._ Large Flat

Steering Wheel@ Washer

Steering

Steering _------_Whe el

•_--_._ Adaptor

Shaft *_--'- - :-._

Steenng _;_2 -,_ ,, ,::

Sle .f,.,, ,,

'. . " ="= ' J ',,

CHECK BAI-FERY

1o Lifthood to raised position,

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging instruc-

tions),

[.abel

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and ftat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder

bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of

tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-

semble adjustment knob and flat

washer Ioosely_ Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down,

8. Get off seat without moving its ad-

justed position,

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely,

Seat

Adjustm/entKnob _ _ ....

Bott

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-

sition_

2_ Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_-WARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual Be sure

tractor is in awell-ventilated area. Be sure

the area in front of tractor is clear of other

people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

3o Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear,

8, Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid,

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-

ing brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow,

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper position when

operating mower°

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and

3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten

securely.

2. For ease of mower to tractor assembly,

set all the gauge wheels in the fourth

hole from top_Retain with clevis pins

and spring retainers.

Retainer

SpJ

Shoulder

B°ltkk,_

Gauge Wheel

3/8 Washer 3/8-16 Center

Locknut

_Wheels

I o 4th Hole

From Top

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE

BELT

See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT AS-

SEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additional

guidance on this assembly,

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

1. Turn steering wheel to the left as far as

it will go and position mower on right

side of tractor with deflector shield to

the right,

2, Remove plastic tie strap from mower

belt and check belt for proper routing in

all mower pulley grooves,

3. Slide mower under tractor until it is

centered under tractor° DO NOT con-

nect any pins. When properly centered

the front mower brackets should be

aligned so when the front suspension

plate is lowered it should slide between

the mower brackets.

4, Lower attachment lift lever to lowest

position.

5o Cut plastic tie and lower front suspen-

sion plate.

6, ATTACH FRONT PLATE - From left

side of mower, position front plate as-

sembly between front mower brackets,

align holes, position flanged pin notch

vertically and insert the pin all the way.

The notch is in line with the hole in pin,

7, Secure pin with double loop retainer

spring between the plate and mower

bracket, If necessary, move mower

side-to-side to give space between

plate and mower bracket.

8. Go to right hand side of mower and

insert pin and retainer spring in the

same manner.

9, CONNECT REAR PINS - Connect

right hand side first. Pull out and hold

the spring loaded pin, align hole in

suspension arm and release pin. Be

sure pin returns to fully seated position

and is attached to the suspension arm,

10.Go to left side of mower and connect

rear pin in the same manner,

1t. Disengage belt tension rod,

12oFrom right side of tractor, install belt

onto engine clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-

ing in all mower pulley grooves,

13. Engage belt tension rod on locking

bracket°

_, CAUTION' Belt tension rod is spring

ioaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en-

gage slowly,

14. Raise attachment lift lever to highest

position.

15, Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation sec-

tion of this manual.

Belt Tension Rod

Position

Gauge

Wheel

Bracket

ElectricClutch Pulley Front Plate Assembly

DoubTe Loop

Retainer Springs

.,p

Front Mower Bracket

Flanged Pin -

Position Notch

Vertically

Rear Mower Pins

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-

rect tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

o Reduce tire pressure to PS! shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous-

ing should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac_

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac--

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we

wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

Deflector Shield

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

¢" No remaining loose parts in carton.

v" Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

¢ All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

flated at the factory).

¢ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-stde/front-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

v" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that a!l connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important

items:

v' Engine oil is at proper level.

v" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline,

,/Become familiar with all controls, their

location and function_ Operate them

before you start the engine.

¢Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

¢ Be sure Operator Presence System and

Reverse Operation System (ROS) are

working properly (See the Operation and

Maintenance sections in this manual).

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in fiterature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning,

R N H L !\!

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW

IGNITION SWITCH

ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENQINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED

SYSTEM (ROS)

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL OIL PRESSURE

;t;

BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT BRAKE/CLUTCH

CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED PEDAL

FREE WHEEL

(Autom_la Modelsonly)

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER indicates a hazard which,if not avoided,

will result In death or serious Injury,

DANGER_ KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious Injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage,

WARNING indicatesa hazard which,tf not avoided,

could result In death or serious injury,

CAUTION indlcates a hazard which, tfnot avoided,

might result In minor or moderate Injury.

CAUTION whenused without the alert symbol,

indicatesasituationthat could result In damage

to the tractor and/or engine,

HOT SURFACES indicatesa hazard which,

If not avoided, could result In death, serious Injury

and!or property damage.

FIRE indicatesa hazard which,if not avoided,

could result In death, serious Injury and/or

property damage,

KNOW YOU R TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of

various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Ammeter

Throttle Control

Ignition

Switch "ON"

Position

Attachment

utch Switch

Lift Lever

Plunger

Clutch/Brake

Attachment

Uft Lever

Choke

Control

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Gear Shift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute,

Light Switch

Parking Brake

-Range Shift Lever

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (.-).

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL _ Used when starting

a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of the tractor.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

IGNITION SWITCH ° Used for starting

and stopping the engine,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE -Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

RANGESHIFT LEVER - Allows high (H)

and low (L) speed for all forward and

reverse gears.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

"ON" POSITION =Allows operation of

mower deck or other powered attachment

while in reverse.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed°

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage_ Always wear safety glasses

or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adiustments

or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide v_sion safety

mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

t, Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch!brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake wilt hold trac-

tor secure.

Push-In to

"Disengaged" Attachment Clutch

Choke "-. Switch Pull Out To

Cobol _"'__"E ngag e" _

Throttle _-_,_._/,/"&,'_,._ f" ._-",,,

If ' /

Brake

Clutch/ "Engaged"

Position

Brake Pedal Position

"Drive" Gear Shift

Position Height Adjustment Lever

Knob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, push attachment

clutch switch in to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE-

°To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi-

tion.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control

between half and full speed (fast) posi-

tion, before stopping, may cause engine to

"backfire".

° Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use,

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead,

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_CAUTtON, Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

° Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

, Full throttle offers the best mower perfor-

mance,

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are start-

ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a

warm engine.

° To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever,

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal de-

pressed and gearshift lever in neutral

(N) position.

2. Move gearshift and range shift levers

to desired position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when

mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then

keep the deck in proper position to help

prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1, Lower mower and adjust mower to de-

sired cutting height(See "1"OADJUST

MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this

section of manual).

2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar,

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

gauge wheels slightly to align holes

in bracket and gauge wheel bar and

insert clevis pin° Gauge wheels should

be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin,

5, Be sure all gauge wheels are in the

same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

of the mower deck.

Retainer

Spring Clevis

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (F_) to raise cut-

ting height,

o Turn knob counterclockwise (_"_)to

lower cutting height°

The cutting height range is approximately

I-1/2" to 4-1/2"o The heights are mea-

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights

are approximate and may vary depending

upon soi! conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

° The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches during

hot months, For healthier and better

lookinglawns, mow often and after

moderate growth.

° For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height,

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch_ Any attempt

by the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine, You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the

seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equip-

ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

t. Select desired height of cut,

2. Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

3o Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_t, CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place. Attachment Lift Lever

(Oeflootor

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse

Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by

the operator to travel in the reverse direc-

tion with the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine unless ignition key

is placed in the ROS "ON" position_

A(_,WARNING: Backing up with the at-

tachment clutch engaged while mowing

is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS

"ON", to allow reverse operation with the

attachment clutch engaged, should only

be done when the operator decides it is

necessary to reposition the machine with

the attachment engaged, Do not mow in

reverse unless absolutely necessary,

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION

SYSTEM -

1, Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold,

2, With engine running, turn ignition key

counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posio

tion,

3. Look down and behind before backing.

4. Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) po-

sition and slowly release clutch/brake

pedal to start movement,

5, When use of the ROS is no longer

needed, turn the ignition key clockwise

to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

AWARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual°

•Choose the slowest speed before starting

up or down hill&

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

° If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position°

o If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position

and engage parking brake.

° Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and range

shift lever to low (L) position. Be sure you

have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly

as you restart movement.

° Torestart movement, slowly release park-

ing brake and clutch!brake pedal,

= Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

°When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

° Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc_)o

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous,

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground,

2, Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-

move and read oil level° If necessary,

add oil until "FULL_' mark on dipstick is

reached, Do not overfill,

° For cold weather operation you shoutd

change o!1 for easier starting (See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

°To change engine oi!, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual,

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do

not overfill, Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane, (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan-

tities that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness,

_k,CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel, Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in temper-

atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separa-

tion and formation of acids during storage,

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system

of an engine while in storage. To avoid

engine problems, the fuel system should

be emptied before storage of 30 days

or longer, Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run unti_ the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty_ Use fresh fuet

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information, Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

6tank or permanent damage may occur,

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it wil!

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position,

4, Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold engine

start attempt, For a warm engine start

attempt the choke control may not be

needed,

NOTE; Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below,

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts, Do

not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute, tf the

engine does not start after several

attempts, push choke control in, wait

a few minutes and try again, If engine

still does not start, pull the choke con-

trol out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °F and

above)

7, When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to

run smoothly, If the engine starts to

run roughly, pull the choke control out

slightly for a few seconds and then

continue to push the control in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used, tf the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above,

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

below)

7, When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. Continue to push the choke

control in small steps allowing the en-

gine to accept small changes in speed

and load, until the choke control is fully

in, If the engine starts to run roughly,

putl the choke control out slightly for

a few seconds and then continue to

push the control in slowly, This may re-

quire an engine warm-up period from

several seconds to several minutes,

depending on the temperature.

° The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly,

NOTE; If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual,

MOWING TIPS

°Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor_

° Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual°

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming,

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of

the tractor. This will result in a more

even distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

° When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished,

(

'17

°tf grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce toad and pos-

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave undesir-

able clumps, Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mow-

ing performance and proper discharge

of material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

°When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used,

MA,.TE.A.OESO.EOU'E

FtLL IN DATES _ >..-_,_,_ ._._ _.._.._.._S f

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE ._/'_._'/_'/£>'_,,_ SERVtCE DATES

Check Brake Operalton

Check Tire Pressure

Cheek Operator Presence and

T ROS Systems if

RCheck far Loose Fasteners 'if.'"."...

ASharpen/Replace Mower'Bl'ades

Cm Lubrlcalten Chart

0 Check Battery Level

RClean Battery andTerrntnals

Check Transaxte Coeltng

Check V-Bells

Check Engine Oil Level if ,_

Change Engtn8 Oil (wtlh otl filler)

l= Change Engine Oil (without oit filter)

NClean Air Filter

G€lean'AIr'So/e'en .......................................

NI .....................

inspect Mu[fledSpark Arrestor

EReplace,ell Filter(ifequipped)

Clean Englne Cootlng Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

t - Change mote alton when operating under aheavy 10ad or

In high arablenl lemperatureB

2- Service more e|len when operallng In dirty or dusty conditions

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence, To receive

full value from the warranty, operator

must maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

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Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

(_ Engine

Sector Gee _. Mandrel

Teeth Zerks

(_ Check/Add

Transaxle

Fluid

°At least once a year you should replace

the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear,

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air4uel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer,

BEFORE EACH USE

I_ Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3_ Check tire pressure.

4, Check operator presence and

ROS systems for proper operation.

& Check for loose fasteners,

t1_)SAE30 or 10w30 Motor Oil

@)General Purpose Grease

®Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Sec-

tion

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants witl attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the

self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-

dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual)°

TIRES

° Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Be sure operator presence and reverse

operation systems are working properly.

If your tractor does not function as de-

scribed, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed, and

the attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE

SYSTEM

• When the engine is running, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS)

SYSTEM

•When the engine is running with the

ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi-

tion and the attachment clutch engaged,

any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should shut off the engine.

° When the engine is running with the

ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position

and the attachment clutch engaged,

any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should NOT shut off the engine.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp, Replace bent or damaged

blades.

A CAUTION; Use only a replacement

blade approved by the manufacturer of

your tractor. Using a blade not approved by

the manufacturer of your tractor is hazard-,

ous, could damage your tractor and vold

your warranty.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-

low access to blades.

NOTE; Protect your hands with gloves

and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth,

2. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck

and mandrel assembly.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star on

mandrel assembly°

4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely

(45-55 Ft. Lbsotorque).

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat

treated.

Blade _'_F_

Blade Bolt _-_=_- _-_' [ Assembly

(Special) __.._ Star

Center Hole _-_J

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is

balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced° An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine_

°The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

19 to sharpen while on the mower.

• Tocheckbladebalance,youwill needa

5/8" diametersteel bolt,pin,or a cone

balancer. (Whenusinga conebelancer,

followthe instructionssuppliedwith

balancer,)

NOTE" Donotuse a nailfor balancing

blade. The lobesof thecenter holemay

appearto be centered,butare not.

• Slidebladeon to anunthreadedportion

of the steelbolt or pin and holdthe

boltor pin parallelwith theground. If

bladeis balanced,it should remainin a

horizontalposition. If eitherend of the

blademovesdownward,sharpenthe

heavyend untilthe bladeis balanced.

Center Hole.i ;

518".Br___Blad e

or i-'ln --_..__,,_

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How..

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

° Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

oRecharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free° Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi-

nals can cause the battery to "leak" power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright°

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-

JUSTMENTS section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

CHECKTRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

1_ Block up rear axle securely_

2. Remove left rear wheel by removing

hub bolts.

3. Remove filler plug from transaxie. Oil

level must be even with plug threads.

If necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil,

AP! SG-SL Replace filler plug.

4. Reassemble wheel to hub.

o_ Transaxfe Filler

o Plug

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SG-SL,

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

F"_ 0 3D 32 4D _80 1OD

tTEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NFJCt"OIL CHAN_E

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, they will result in increased

oil consumption when used above 32°R

Check your engine oil level more frequent-

ly to avoid possible engine damage from

running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operatiom Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SG-SL

° Be sure tractor is on level surface.

*Oil will drain more freely when warm.

°Catch oil in a suitable container,

I. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Install the drain tube onto the valve.

& Open drain valve by using a 7/16"

(1 lmm) wrench turning counterclock-

wise,

4, After oil has drained completely, close

the drain valve turning clockwise° Use

the 7/16" (11 mm) wrench to apply

a small amount of torque to keep it

closed° Do not over tighten.

5. Remove the drain tube and store in a

safe place,

6 Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of

this manual°

7. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level, For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep

oil at "FULU' line on dipstick. Tighten

cap onto the tube securely when fin-

ishedo

Oil Drain Valve

To Open

To C!ose

Drain Tube

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1, Remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

4, Saturate it in engine oil, Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cteaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface, If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure.

IMPORTANT; Petroleum solvents, such as

kerosene, are not to be used to clean the

cartridge. They may cause deterioration

of the cartridge, Do not oil cartridge. Do

not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Fos.m

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating, Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stub-

born dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter-

nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at

all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shroud& Clean the cooling fins and

external surfaces as necessary. Make sure

the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and!or cooling shrouds re-

moved will cause engine damage due to

overheating.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and!or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning

of each mowing season or after every

100 hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season_ If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

retor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections,

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned,

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

lineo

Fuel Filter ____/

CLEANING

•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

of all foreign matter_

, Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with auto-

motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your

tractor unless the engine and transmis-

sion are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine or transmission will shorten the

useful life of your tractor. Use compressed

air or a leaf blower to remove grass,

leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

&WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking braker

2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

3, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4, Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.

5, Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

6, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with plug,

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

1, Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAG ED" position.

2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest

position,

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket,

CAUTION; Belt tension rod is spring

loaded, Have a tight grip on rod and re-

lease slowly.

4. Remove mower belt from electric

clutch pulley.

5, DISCONNECT REAR MOWER PINS

FIRST - Pull out the spring loaded pen,

disconnect suspension arm from pin

and release pin,

6. Go to other side of mower and discon-

nect rear pin in the same manner.

7. Remove the four retainer springs and

two flanged pins from front plate as-

sembly and remove plate,

8. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

9. Turn tractor steering wheel to the left

as far as it will go.

10_Stide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the As-

sembly section of this manual. NOTE: You

will need to reattach front plate assembly

to tractor after sliding mower under the

tractor,

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manu-

al), If tires are over or underinfiated, you

will not properly adjust your mower,

Belt Tension Rod

Position

Bracket

Electric Clutch

Pulley Front Plate Assembly

Single Loop

,jr Retainer Springs

Double Loop

Retainer Springs

Flanged Pins

Rear Mower Pins

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

° Raise mower to its highest position.

, Measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground level at front corners

of mower. Distance 'W' on both sides of

mower should be the same.

° If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

, To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

° To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

wil! change mower height about 3/16".

,Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

Mower to Ground

• _ _ Mower to Ground

° To lower front of blade, loosen nut "C"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "C" will

change distance "B" by approximately

3/t6",

° When distance "B" is !/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "D" against

trunnion on both front links,

. To raise front of blade, loosen nut

"D" from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "C" on both front links an

equal number of turns. The two front

links must remain equal in length.

° When distance "B" is 1/8" to I/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "D" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE

EQUAL IN LENGTH

FRONT.TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT; Deck must be level side-to-

side, If the following front-to-back adjust-

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower blades should be adjusted so the

front tip is approximately 1/8" to t/2" lower

than the rear tip when the mower is in its

ghest position.

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect

your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade

with heavy cloth.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Positionany blade so the tip is pointing

straight forward. Measure distance "B" at

front and rear tip of blade

•Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front plate links

are equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

Nut ,,_Nut

Front Plate Trunnion

Assembly

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest

position,

3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock

bracket.

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a firm grip on rod and re-

lease slowly,

4, Removescrewsfrom R.H.and L.H.

mandrel covers and remove covers,

5o Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

6. Remove belt from electric clutch pulley,

both mandrel pulleys and all idler pul-

leys,

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

1. Install belt around both mandrel pulleys

and around idler pulleys as shown.

LoH.

Mandrel

Cover

Belt Tension

Rod

(Disengaged

Position)

2. Install belt onto electric clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-

ing in all mower pulley grooves,

3. Reassemble R.H. and L.H. mandrel

covers. Securely tighten all screws.

4_ Engage belt tension rod on locking

bracket.

_, CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en-

gage slowly.

5. Raise attachment lift lever to highest

position.

Belt Routing

Locking Bracket

Electric

Clutch

R.H,

v Mandrel

Cover

B_H,

Mandrel

Pulleys

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

The electric clutch should provide years

of service, The clutch has a built-in brake

that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.

Eventually, the internal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to

not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by a Sears

or other qualified service center.

1. Make sure attachment clutch and igni-

tion switches are in "OFF" position.

2. Adjust the three nylon locknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot loca-

tions cut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

Rotor

[\ ClutchPklate 012"

Locknut (3 ke

Plate

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted°

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to

be replace&

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2o Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut 'W' on brake rod.

3. tf distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-314". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A"o

4_ Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust

if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than five (5) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Replace brake pads or contact a

Sears or other qualified service center°

2. Remove mower drive belt from electric

clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section

of this manual).

3. Roll motion drive belt off transaxle pul-

ley_

4_ Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys, then

off engine pulley and front V-idler pul-

ley.

5. Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Place V part of belt into grooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler, making

sure to route belt inside of belt keep-

ers.

2, Put belt coming from V-idler above mid-

span belt keeper, then onto clutching

idler pulleys as shown.

3. Make sure V part of belt engages V-

idler,

4. Place belt around transaxle pulley,

beginning at top,

V part of belt should engage transaxle

pulley.

5, Place long lower section of belt

through loop in midspan belt keeper,

6. Check to be sure belt is on proper side

of all belt keepers,

7. Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric

clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment.

Clutching

Above Mids

Engine Belt Keeps,

With parking brake "Engaged"

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there is

a belt installation guide decal on bottom of

left footrest, it is not necessary to remove

mower.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Engage parking brake (creates slack in

per Transaxte

Pulley

1t Engine Twists Belt

Keeper

Bo_om

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars

horizontal.Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMB ER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

belt), 26

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WH EEL -

1. Block up axle securely.

2, Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal.

3. Repair tire and reassemble,

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove,

5_ Replace axle cover°

REAR WHEEL -

1. Block rear axle securely.

2, Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow

wheel removal.

3, Repair tire and reassembieo Replace

and tighten hub bolts securely,

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer, Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Retaining Washers

Ring _

Axle Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BAT-

TERY

_(_,WARNING" Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the en-

gine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 voltsystem. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable

to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

against tractor chassis,

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery_

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

t, BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

41_WARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first to

prevent sparking from accidental ground-

ing,

1, Lift hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard°

3, Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully re-

move battery from tractor,

4_ Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

5, Reinstall terminal guard.

6o First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown, Tighten

securely,

7, Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with re-

maining hex bolt and keps nut, Tighten

securely

8, Close terminal access doors.

9, Close hood,

Keps

Terminal ,* Hex Bolt

Access

Door _ (Red)

o:, Cable

Guard ,gative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill,

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4, Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

o Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1, Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector_

3, Stand infront of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and liftoff of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-

connect the headlight wire connector.

Hood

Headlight Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers ex-

pense, may be performed by any non-road

engine repair establishment or individual.

Warranty repairs must be performed by an

authorized engine manufacturer's service

outlet.

TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary, Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and pul!

cable back until swivel is against stop.

Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Loosen knob and remove cover as-

sembly from air cleaner°

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, loos-

en casing clamp screw and move choke

cable until choke is completely closed.

Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate properly due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor' to a Sears or other qualified service

center for repair and/or adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set

for proper engine speed. Overspeed-

ing the engine above the factory high

speed setting can be dangerous, if you

think the engine-governed high speed

needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center,, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Stop

Swivel Clamp

Screw

Clamp Screw _ _,._

Immediatelyprepareyourtractorforstor-

ageat the endof the seasonor if the trac-

_]hrWAWillnot beused for 30 days or more.

RNING. Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark, Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure,

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

3, Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened° Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

° After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

°If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage,

° Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty,

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

°Use fresh fue! next season.

NOTE= Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-

age container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not empty the gas tank and carbu-

retor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine clio (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark ptug(s)o

2, Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s),

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil,

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

°Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and!or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm,

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

1. Out of fuel.

2o Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3o Engine flooded.

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

4, Bad spark plug.

5, Dirty air filter.

6, Dirty fuel filter,

7 Water in fuel,

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9, Carburetor out of adjustment,

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

!o Dirty airfilter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4_ Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring_

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1_ FilI fue! tank,

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3, Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5, Clean/replace air filter,

6o Replace fuel filter,

7, Empty fue! tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter,

8, Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1o Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace

battery°

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section_

8_ Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch!brake

pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery_

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter°

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

CAUSE

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast°

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4, Dirty air filter°

5, Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel,

PROBLEM

Loss of power

Excessive

vibration

Engine dies when

tractor is shifted

into reverse

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with attach-

ment clutch

engaged

Poor cut -uneven

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

1t_ Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12 Dirty/clogged muffler°

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of adjustment.

CORRECTION

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment

1. Raise cutting height/reduce

speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4_ Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7_ Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline_

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor. refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

f 3. Check all wiring.

t4. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

Reverse operation system

(ROS) is not "ON" while

mower or other attachment

is engaged.

Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level

Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1_ Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Turn ignition key to

ROS "ON" position.

See Operation section.

Check wiring, switches and

connections, if not corrected,

contact Sears or other

qualified service center.

I. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2, Level mower deck°

3, Clean underside of mower

housing,

4, Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center,

5, Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes,

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section tn manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE

Mower blades will t. Obstruction in clutch

not rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive

belt,

& Frozen idler pulley.

4, Frozen blade mandrel.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slowo

:lischarge 2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck net level.

&Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6o Worn, bent or loose blade,

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower°

8. Mower drive belt worn_

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

Headlight(s) not 1. Light switch is "OFF",

working 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out,

(if so equipped) & Faulty light switch,

4, Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

3ORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center,

1, Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing,

4o Level mower deck,

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace!sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt,

7, Clean underside of mower

housing,

8, Replace mower drive belt,

9_ Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

, Turn light switch "ON".

Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

& Check/replace light switch.

4r Check wiring and connections,

5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not to 11. Replace battery.

12_ Check/clean all connections.

charge 2,

3. 13. Replace regulator_

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped),

Faulty alternator.

Engine "backfires" 1o Engine throttle control not set

when turning between half and full speed

engine "OFF" (fast) position before stopping

engine°

4_ Replace alternator,

Move throttle control

between half and full speed

(fast) position before

stopping engine,

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

IGNITION SWITCH

PoBmoN CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+At

R_tU3WP,R_ B+A1

RUN B+A1 L+A2

_+S+AI

YOUR TRACTOR tS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LfGHTS

WILL CHANGE WiTH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLETHE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WiLL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST,

0_63_

.-o-

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: iF WIRING iNSULATED CLIPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED

TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

€

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

I144927 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt 114-20x 7.5 Zinc

11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

16 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 175688 Harness Socket LightW/4152J

22 4!52J Bulb Light

24 165464 CabIe Battery

25 146149 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 uric

28 170697 Cable, Ground

29 192749 Switch, Plunger

30 193350 Switch, Ign

33 140403 Key, lgnttton

34 110712X Switch Light /Reset

40 193394 Harness Ign.

4t 17720408 ScrewThdoCut 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal

43 192507 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

50 174652 Switch, PTO

52 I41940 Protection Wire Loop

79 175242 Bulbholder Asm. lncan Descent

95 193666 Bracket ROS

96 104446X Switch Interlock

97 152927 Screw TT #10-32.5 3/8 Flange

98 145006 Clip Push-In Flanged

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS..Inches

Iinch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

03 17

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

! 180375 Rail, Frame RH 68

2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 70

473680700 Nut, Cmwnlock Hex 7/16-14 unc 84

5 193636X428 Dash 85

6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 86

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 86

8 184668 Support, Battery 91

14 175260X615 Hood Asm I06

16 121794X Cover, Access 122

17 17000612 Screw 3/8-t6 x 3/4 Zc 130

18 174515X615 Grille 137

19 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/I6 x 12 Ga. 138

20 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5139

21 STD541437 Nut Lock 3/8-16 uric 142

24 179717X615 Footrest, RH 144

28 179716X615 Footrest, LH 148

30 145051X014 Saddle, Slkscr Vgt 150

3t 161419 Bracket Support l-pc 152

32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 153

33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 156

34 177018 Plate Asm Engine Chassis 157

35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x11/16 x 16 G& 158

36 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 !6t

37 179772X6t5 Fender 162

39 175278 Bracket, Axle Front 165

43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 167

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 169

45 187270 Bracket Chassis 170

50 !75476 Bracket, Chassis Front 172

58 183569 Bracket Fender 173

60 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x1-1/4 174

63 19131614 Washer 13/32x I x 14Ga..

66 17490608 Screw 3/8-16 x 1/2

67 156973 Guide, Belt Gear Drive

17490508 ScrewThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2

188578 Guide, Be_t

188164 Up Step

144911 Bracket, Support Transaxle

74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-t4 uric x 1

STD551143 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

180374 Rafl, Frame Lh

197200 Screw Thdrot 5/16-18 x 1.50

1925!2 Screw Wshd Hex 10-32 x 5/8

191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 xl Gr. 5

191t21X428 Cupholder YTGT

171873 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

161897 Bracket Dash Rh

161900 Bracket Dash Lh

164655 Extrusion Bumper

175352 Duct Heat Hood

177956 Shield Browning

179761 Light Box Asm w/Lens

17000512 Screw 5116-!8 x 3/& Blk

161840 Lens Bar

17670608 Screw ThdroL 3/8-16 x 1/2

179612X428 Console Fuel Window

142432

183554

184672

188598

194667

17120614

74780512

10040500

Screw Hex Wsh Ht-Lo 1/4-t/2

Bracket Support Tank

Bushing Snap

Bracket Chassis Sway

Rod BrkL Sway Brace

Screw 3/8q6 x .875

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4

Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spro5/16

NOTE: Afl component dimensions given in U.S. Inches

1inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

GROUND DRIVE

3B 36

_o, 37 6 /

69 157

155

dr_ve9_vgt 62

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO,

3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 39 74321016

4 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 40 178575

5STD641437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8o16 4! 73931000

6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 42 8883R

7 149176 Wheel, Hub Assembly 46 145170

8 12000034 Kiip, Ring 47 138228

9 140080 Bott, Hub 48 72110612

10 142509 Disc, Brake 50 131494

t t 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 51

t3 139419 Washer, Special 52

t4 138901 Bushtng 54

15 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 16 Ga. 55

I6 143012 Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 56

t7 126909X Spring 57

t8 137104 Lever, Brake 59

19 136926 Cam, Brake Disc 60

21 23260412 Screw, Flat Head I/4-28 x 3/4 61

22 633A109 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 62

23 106932X Knob 63 74780720

24 136925 Support, Puck Brake 64 154752

25 136923 Puck, Brake Top 65 179613

26 137552 Spring, Return 66 140296

27 193135 Screw, Hexwsh Thd. 67 19131312

5/16-18 x 1-3/4 68 5142H

28 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 69 136327

29 137213 Brake, Rod 117 73900600

30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga, 155 12000028

34 71673 Cap, Plunger 157 1370H

35 137648 Rod, Parklng Brake

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground

37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gao

38 150035 Nyliner

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Fin, #10-24 x 1

Actuator, interlock Switch

Nut, Centarlock #10-24

Cover, Pedal

Retainer, Spring

CkJtch Rod

Bolt, Cart. 3/8-16 x1-1/2 Gr. 5

Pulley,Idler, Fiat

STD54t437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-t6 unc

139123 Pulley,idler, Grooved

161590 Clutch, Arm Assemb{y

105706X Bearing, idler

137153 V-Belt

141756 Bracket, Sh_ft Rod, Ht_Lo

122253X Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

122268X Spring Clip, Connecting Link

184787 Pulley,Transaxle

STD55t 143 Washer, Lock 7/16

Bott, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x141/4

Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

Bolt, Shoulder

Washer, Hardened

Washer, Fiat

Pin, Roll

Hub, Cover

Nut, Lock Ffgo3/8-16 unc

Ring Retainer

WasherThrust 5/8 x1JO x 1/32

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven In US. inches

1 inch = 25°4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

STEERING ASSEMBLY

23 i

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 186093X428

2 178557

3183226

4 161849

5161848

6 6266H

7 121748X

812000029

9184946X505

10 74781044

11 136518

12 73901O00

13 121749X

14 STD551137

15 73540600

16 186814

15 187799

19 156011

20 163887X428

21 186737

22 155105

23 152927

26 186095X428

27 3366R

28 17000612

29 !04239X

31 138136

32 19111610

33 8TD551131

34 74780512

35 187039

36 186799

41 155246

42 17490508

45 19183812

51 73940800

52 175553

53 188967

DESCRIPTION

Wheel, Steering

Axle Asm., Front

Fitting, Grease

Spindle Asm., LH

Spfndle Asm., RH

Searing, Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Ring, KItp #T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

Bolt, Rn Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 uric

Washer 25/32 x 1-t/4 x t6 Ga_

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, Crown Lock 3/8-24 unf

Shaft Asm., Steering

Draglink, Vgt

Support Asm., Steering Vgt

Boot, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg. BIk

Screw

Insert, Wheel Steering

Bearing, Col. Strg.

Screw 3/8-I6 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange

Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Washer' Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4

Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod

Bracket Switch InterlockVGT 97

ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2Tyt

Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.

Nut He>(Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf

CIlp Steering

Washer Hardened .793 x1.637 x .060

NOTE: All component dimensions given tn U.S. Inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

26 27 37 39

engtne-tnl_k-ELS 1o-vgt

ISPARK ARRESTER KIT l

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ...... EngtneBrlggs Model rio,.

40H777-0241-E1

2149723 Muffler

8 !21361X Pulley V-Idler

9 177748 Keeper Asmo Belt Engine

10 175287 Bushing

11 179335 Ctutch Electric

12 143996 PuIley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

15 179115 Tank Fuel Rear 5.0 Yt/Gt

18 179124X428 Cap Asm

20 175437X428 Control Throttle

21 191611 Screw t0 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

22 187767X428 Control Choke

26 3645J Bushing

27 139277 Stem Tank Fuel

28 188669 Fuel Une

29 137180 Spark Attester Kit

3t 145006 Clip Push-ln Hinged

37 123487X Clamp Hose

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

39 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 unc

40 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 unc

41 126197X Washer t-1/20D x 15/32 ID x f250

42 STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16

45 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 uno

47 I75288 Bushing

62 146629 Shield Heat Muffler

69 165391 Gasket

70 176069 Tube Exhaust LH

71 176070 Tube Exhaust RH

79 183906 Screw Socket Head

8t 188800 Tube Drain Oil Easy

82 188799 Valve Oil Drain

83 171877 Bolt 5/t6-18 unc x 3/4 W/Seres

84 17060624 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

85 179953 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 3.75 Gr, 5

86 184362 Nut Hex Flange ToptockM8-1_25

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.Soinches

1 inch = 25°4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276211

SEAT ASSEMBLY

seat_t-vgt

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

I188714 Seat 14 72050412

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 15 121249X

3 140675 Strap, Asm Fender 16 123740X

4127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16+t8 x .62 17 123976X

5145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 18 19171912

6STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 19 166369

7I24181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 20 124238)(

8171877 Bolt 5/16-18 unox 3/4 w/Sems 21 171852

10 182493 Pan, Seat

12 174648 Bracket, MountingSwitch

13 121248X Bushing, Snap

Belt, Carriage t/4-20 x 1-1/2

Spacer, Split

Spring, Cprsn

Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5

Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga+

Knob, Seat

Cap, Spring Seat

Bolt, Shoulder 5/t6+18

37 STD541450 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc

NOTE; Ail component dimensions given tn U,S, inches

1inch = 25°4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

19 t7

6, 10

12 1

8 _

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 182168

3 186242

4 186243

5186725

6 133644

8 185386

9 186572

10 156439

1t 181249

12 146047

13 178482

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash Panel, Lower

Decal, Hood, RH

Decal, Hood, LH

Decal, Hood Side Panel

Decal, Maintenance

Decal, Engine

Decal, Fender

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, Deck HVYDTY

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

14 188298 Decal, V-Belt Schematic

15 193596 Decal, Repl Parts

17 149516 Decal, Battery Dnge/Pol

18 164065 Decal, Insert Strg

19 138047 Decal, Battery

20 193114 Decal Mower Upstop

23 106202X Reflector, Taillight

-- 179768X428 Pad, Footrest, LH

- 179769X428 Pad, Footrest, RH

--196566 Manual, Owner's (Eng)

° - 196567 Manual, Owner's (Span)

WHEELS &TIRES

410

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

159192 Cap, Valve, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106228X624 Rim Assembly, Front

4 8134H Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

5 106230X Tire, Front

6 278H FltUng, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

8 104757X428 Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

9 105588X Tire, Rear

8 10 7154J Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

11 106277X624 Rim Assembly, Rear

12 6856M Fitting, Grease

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire (I0 oz. Tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches

1inch = 25A mm

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

LIFT ASSEMBLY

42 '-

35 73

30 10\

7o\

85_

"86

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1121006X

2 180045

3 159189

4 12000022

5 19292016

6 71110624

7 175830

8 175831X505

10 183894

11 175375

12 163552

23 STD624008

24 73350800

26 73800800

29 150233

30 !10807X

31 19131016

32 137150

33 76020308

34 137167

DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm., Lever

Shaft Asm°, Lift Vgt

Lever Asm°, Lift Rh

E-RfngTruarc #5133-87

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1-1/2

Grip, HandIe Fluted

Button, Plunger

Spring 0.62 OD x 2.I25

Link Lift

Retainer Spring

Retainer, Spring

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc

Nut, Lock 1/2-13 unc

Trunnion, Infin Height

Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gao

Spring, Compression lnf Hgt

Pin Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Adj Lift

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

35 138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 unc

38 155097 Pointer,Height indicator

39 123935X Plug, Hole

40 17060516 Screw 5/16-t8 x 1

41 175994 Nut, 7/16-20

42 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga,

43 123934X Scale, Indicator Height

70 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

72 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

73 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc

74 187277 Arm SuspoRH

75 t75805 Plate Asm Susp, Front

76 175560 Pin Flange

77 176205 Trunnion Susp. Arm

78 175689 Trunnlon SuspoFront

79 187276 Arm Susp. LH

85 189013 Insert Wear

86 188528 Bolt Shoulder

NOTE: Ali component dimensions given in U.S. Inches

45 1 Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

MOWER DECK

51 33

mower_deck_54_2

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t 194846 Deck Weldment Mower

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring

6187297 Cover Mandrel LH

7188187 Cover Mandrel RH

8 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade

11 187254 Blade, Standard

13 187291 Shaft Asrn. w/Lower Bearing

14 187261 Housing, MandreI

15 !10485X Bearing, Bal!, Mandrel

17 72140505 Bolt, CarrTage 5/16-18 x 5/8

21 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5116-18 unc

25 178102 Spring, Torsion

26 110452X Nut, Push

27 187257X428 Deflector Shletd

29 131491 Red_ Hinge

30 173984 Screw, ThdroH Washer Head

31 187690 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel

33 178342 Nut, Fig.Top Lock Cntr..9/16

34 73680600 Nut

35 188635 Pin Suspension Rear

36 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/t6 x 16 Ga.

38 188657 SprtngCompression

39 187284 Pulley, idler, Stationary

40 19131312 Washer 13/32 x I3/16 x 12 Ga.

41 19132203 Washer 13/32 x I-3/8 x 3 Ga_

42 165723 Spacer, Retainer

43 196216 Arm, Idler

46 137729 Screw, ThdrolL 1/4-20 x 5/8

47 191273 V-Belt, Mower

49 73900600 Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16 une

50 72110616 Bolt, Cart. 3/8-16 x 2

51 72110610 Bolt

52 188460 Pulley idler Clutching

53 74520636 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Gr. 5

56 155986 Bar Pnt Adj.

57 156941 Pin Head Rivet

58 187342 Baffle Right

59 187344 Baffle Left

60 187607 Baffle Center

97 178515 Washer Hardened

98 187282 Spring Clutch Drive

113 72110508 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/t6-18 x 3/4

t 14 187556 Rod Tension Relief

116 t84219 Bolt, Shoulder

117 174873 Gauge Wheel

118 73930600 Nut, Centeriock 3/8-16 uric

119 19121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

122 187557 Bushing Tension Relief

- - 187292 Mandrel Asm_ Service (Includes Key Nos. 13-15 and 33)

- - 196101 Replacement Mower, Complete

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches

1 Inch = 25°4 mm

TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276211

2O t9

TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917,276211

KEY PART

NO, NO,

! 4! 97R

2 12000034

3 4199R

4 42t6R

54215R

6 4217R

7174728

8 74020652

9 7392M

10 137261

11 4985R

12 6266H

13 4212R

14 137125

15 6276H

16 633A63

17 8118M

18 8740H 1

19 t 22238X

20 4218R

2t 6252HI

22 781 OH

23 6262H

24 7393R

25 992R1

26 139111

27 4986R

28 122254X

29 6269H

3O 5855H

31 174731

32 6277H

33 4225R

34 7396H

35 4198R

36 4200R

37 7395H

38 160789

39 174729

40 13320400

41 17580520

45 6271H

46 13060200

49 4695H

50 4222R

51 1529R

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NOo NO. DESCRIPTION

Axle Shaft 52 8119M

Retaining Ring 53 4220R

Final Drive Gear 64 4209R

Differential Gear 55 4213R

Differential Pinion 56 4442R

Differential Carrier 57 4195R

AxieThrust Washer 58 4214R

Bolt, He;{ Head 318-24 x 3-1/4 59 4194R

(1" Thread Length) 60 7528R

Steel Ball 61 4208R

Spring Shift Fork Detent 62 4207R

ShiftFork, High-Low Range 63 7398H

Thrust Beadng Race 64 4203R

4th Reduction Pinion

Shaft, Brake 65 4204R

Snap Ring, Crescent Type 66 2898J

High-Low Range Gears 67 12000033

Needle Bearing 68 4205R

Stntered Iron Bearing 69 4206R

Shift Fork Shaft, High-Low Range 70 1370H

Differential Pinion Spacer 71 633A69

Differential Pinton Bushing

Gripco Centerlock Nut 3/8-24 72 139120

Shift Fork, R.H. 73 4201R

Oi; Seal 74 12000008

Sintered Iron Bearing 75 1153R

Shift Fork Shaft 77 6803J

Shift Fork, Loll. 79 1167R

Shift Shaft, High-Low Range 80 73360700

Oil Seal 81 6270H

Pressure Relief Valve 82 t36984

Gearcase, Reverse Idler Shaft 84 5384J

and Bearings, R.H. (includes 85 2976J

Key No.'s 17,18, 25, 33, 50, 63, 86 633A85

77 and 82) 87 8739H 1

Dowel Pin 88 4924H

Needle Bearing 89 19151516

Thrust Bearing Race 90 110542X

4th Reduction Gear Shaft 91 19181511

4th Reduction Gear Spacer 92 75J

Thrust Bearing Race

Gate, Lower, Shfft 93 6274H

Gearcase and Bearings, L.H. 94 76020412

(includes Key umbers 18, 25, 49, 96 194036

50 (2), 51 and 52) 97 194121

Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N.RT. 98 184956

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1t4

Oil Seal 99 193833

Pipe Plug 1/4-18 NRT.

Needle Bearing

Thrust Bearing Race

3rd Reduction Pinion, Low

4th Reduction Gear

3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer

2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Final Ddve Pinion

1st Reduction Gear Shaft

1st Reduction Shaft Spacer

3rd Reduction Pinion High

2nd Reduction Gear

Needle Bearing

Low Speed Gear and 2nd

Reduction Pinion Cluster

Reverse Gear

Key, HI-Pro 1/8 x t7/32

Klip Ring

Intermediate Speed Gear

High Speed Gear

Thrust Bearing Race

Intermediate and High Speed

Cluster P{nlons

input Shaft

Low Speed Pinion

E-Ring

Reverse Idler Gear

Needle Bearing

Sealing Washer

Nut, Hex, Jam 7/16-20

OI1Seal

Reverse Idler Shaft

Gearshift Lever, Bent

Gearshift Cap

Gearshift Bail Cover and Pin

Shift Lever Guide Ball, Keyed

8pdng

Washer t5/32 x15/16 x16 G&

Shift Mechanism Seal

Washer 9/16x t5/16 x 12 Ga.

Gearshift Gate and

Reinforcement

Shift Bali Cover Gasket

Cotter Pin t/8 x 3/4

Bolt Hex 5/16-18 x 1 Epoxy

Lever Assembly ROS Gearshift

Trensaxle, 6 Speed, Complete

Assembly

Actuator, Shift Lever

NOTE: All component dimensions given tn U.& inches

1 inch = 25°4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690231 Cylinder Assembly 121 499811

2 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal 125 499804

(Magneto Side) 130 690993

3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 131 499805

4 690069 Sump-En_ine 133 499806

5 697580 Head-Cyhnder (Cylinder t) 135 499803

5A 697581 Head-Cyllnder (Cylinder 2) 137 690994

7 690962 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 141 499807

8 499601 Breather Assembly 142 499808

9 690937 •Gasket-Breather !46 690979

10 690960 Screw (Breather Assembly) 160 690995

11 690942 Tube-Breather 160 690996

!2 690945 • Gasket-Crankcase t63 691001

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 165 693148

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 167 691050

16 691047 Crankshaft

20 690947 • Seal-Oi! (PTO Side)

22 694966 Screw (Englne Sump)

23 691053 Flywheel

24 222698 Key-Flywheel

25 698429 Piston Assembf (Standard)

25 698433 Piston Assembl

(.010 Overslze_

Piston Assemb_

_020" Oversized,

istonAssemb{

(,030" Oversizei

26 698430 Ring Set-Piston iStandard)

26 698436 Ring Set-Piston

(.010" Oversize)

26 698437 Ring Set-Piston

(,020" Oversize)

26 698438 Ring Set-Piston

(.030" Oversize)

27 690975 Lock-Piston Pin

28 690229 Pin-Piston

29 499583 Rod-Connecting

32 690976 Screw(ConnectingRod)

33 697576 Valve-Exhaust

34 499597 Valve-Intake

35 690963 Spring-Valve (Intake)

36 690963 Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

40 690964 Retainer-Valve

42 499586 Keeper-Valve

45 690977 Tappet-Valve

46 690978 Camshaft

48 698178 Short Block (40H777-0241-E2

Replacement Engine)

50 695241 Manifold-Intake

51 690949.0+ Gasket_lntake

51A 690950. O5 Gasket-Intake

53 690951 Stud (Carburetor)

54 695240 Screw (Intake Manifold)

73 69! 055 Screen-Rotating

74 698425 Screw (Rotating Screen)

75 691056 Washer (Flywheel)

89 690283 Plug-Oil

95 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve)

98 499802 Kit-idle Speed

104 690984 O Pin-Float Hinge

105 690985 O Valve-Float Needle

108 690986 Valve-Choke

117 690232 O Jet-Main (Standard)

118 690989 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

25 698434

25 698435

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Carburetor

Valve-Throttle

Kit-Throftle Shaft

Float*Carburetor

Tube-Fuel Transfer

05 Gasket-Float Bowl

Kit-Choke Shaft

Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timlng

05 Gasket-Nozzle

Retainer-Solenoid

•+ Gasket-AirCleaner

Nut (Ring Gear)

Line-Fuel

(Cut to Required Length)

187A 697712 Llne-Fuel (Molded)

188 690960 Screw (Control Bracket)

192 690083 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

209 697674 Spring-Governor

211 691019 Spring-Governed Idle

212 695238 Link-Throttle

213 691021 Bracket-Choke Control

216 691022 Link-Choke

219 698231 Gear-Governor

220 690412 Washer (GovernorLever)

222 691023 Bracket-Control

227 691048 Lever-GovernorControl

231 690718 Screw (ChokeValve)

240 695666 Fitter-Fuel

250 690957 Retainer-Breather

252 690956 Collector-Oil

265 691024 Clamp_Casing

267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

276 690997,0+ Washer-Sealing

287 690960 Screw (Dipstick Tube)

304 698073 Housing-Blower

305 691005 Screw(Blower Housing)

309 691262 Motor-Starter

310 691263 Bolt (Starter Motor)

311 497608 Brush Set

332 691059 Nut (Flywheel)

333 691060 Armature*Magneto

334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature)

337 491055 Plug-Spark

358 694012 Set-Engine Gasket

363 691062 FlywheelPuller

383 690966 Wrench-Spark Plug

385 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump)

387 808656 Pump-Fuel

404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank)

RPM Settings: LowSpeed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

° Included inEngine Gasket Set, Ke_ No,.358

O Included inCarburetor Overhaul K_t,Key_No.

121

5IncludedInCarburetor Gasket Set, Key.No_

977

+ Included inValve Overhaul Ktt, Key.No_

1095

NOTE: All componentdimensions given

in U,S. inches 1 Inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917,276211

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

405 697820

418 690999

445 695667

447 691003

447A 690960

467 691008

474 691O63

501 691185

505 691029

510 497606

513 692024

523 691036

524 691032

525 691037

526 690960

544 ......

552 690552

552A 690553

562 690311

573 691009

601 691038

615 690317

616 691045

617 697891

628 690960

633 690998

635 66538

654 690958

668 691215

672 690234

691 690657

695 693149

697 690372

703 691010

718 690959

726 499612

729 694123

741 690980

742 690328

750 691033

783 693058

788 691039

789 698330

797 691029

797A 693167

798 697890

801 691283

802 691286

803 ......

842 691031

847 499602

851 493880

855 698072

665 691012

Screw (Back Piate) 865A 691014

Plate-Carburetor 865B 691015

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 868 690968

Screw (Air Guide Cover) 877 393456

Screw (Air Guide Cover) 914 691I27

Knob_AirCleaner 9t8 694000

Alternator 929 695239

Regulator 929A 691003

Nut (Governor Control Lever) 943 690589

Drive-Starter 947 499809

Clutch-Drive 965 499613

Dipstick 967 273638

=SeaI-DipstickTube 968 698075

Tube-Dipstick 975 499810

Screw (Re_lulator) 977 499812

Armature-Starter (Service with 987 691000

691262 Starter Motor) 1005 499603

Bushing-Governor Crank 1013 690954

Bushing-Governor Crank !017 690770

Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1019 690103

Plate-Back 1022 690971

Clamp_Hose 1023 499599

Retainer-Governor Shaft 1023A499600

Crank-Governor 1024 499054

SeaI-O Ring ._ntake Manifold) 1026 690981

Screw (Fue__ump Bracket) 1026A690982

O_ Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 1027 696854

Boot-Spark Plug 1029 690972

Nut (Carburetor) 1035 691042

Spacer 1036 695704

O_: Gasket-Carburetor Plate 1051 691265

•SeaI-GovernorShaft 1058 274794

Screw (Ring Gear) 1070 691058

Screw (Drive Cap) 1090 691293

Clip 1095 694013

Pin-Locating 1100 690973

Gear-Ring 1119 691183

Ctip_Wire !123 690987

Gear-Timing

Retatner-E Ring 1124 690988

Screw (Qtl Pump cover)

Gear-Ptnlon I126 690991

Bracket-Fuel Pump 1127 690992

1t28 690990

1169 693140

Harness-Wiring

Nut (Brush Retainer)

Screw (.RockerArm) 1267 698440

Cap-Drlve

Cap-End

Housing-Starter (Service with

691262 Starter Motor)

°Seal-Dipstick/Tube

DlpstlckfTube Assembly

Terminal-Sparkplug

Adapter-Air

Cover-Air Guide

Cover.-AtrGuide

o+ Seal-Valve

Wire/Connector- Alternator

Screw _RoekerCover)

ose-vacuum

Screw (Choke Control Bracket)

• SeaFO Ring (Oil Pump Cover)

Solenoid-Fuel

Cover-Oil Pump

Filte_-PreCleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

Bowl-Float

Gasket Set-Carburetor

_:I: Seal-ThrottleShaft

Fan-Flywheel

Nipple-Oil Filter

Screen-OilPump

Kft-Label

•+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 1)

Cover-Rocker (Cylinder 2)

Pump-Oil

Rod-Push (Steel)

Rod-Push (Aluminum)

Fiffer-OIl

Arm-Rocker

Shaft-Pump

Labei-Emlssion

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Screw (Flywheel Fan)

Retainer-Brush

Kit-Valve Overhaul

Pivot-Rocker Arm

Screw (Alternator)

O _: Seal-O Ring

(SolenoldRetainer)

1: Seai-O Ring

(Fuel Transfer Tube)

Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube)

Screw (Float Bowl)

OScrew (Carburetor Nozzte)

Screw (Carburetor Cover

Ptate)

Latch-Blower Housing

RPM Settings: Low Speed: I900-2t00

High Speed: 3000-3200

•Included in Engine GasketSet, Key.No_358

includedin Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No.t2t

included tn Carburetor GasketSet, Key.No.

977

+ included in Valve Overhaur Kit, Key_No.

1095

NOTE: Atl component dimensionsgiven in US.

inches 1 inch=25.4 mm

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