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OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO.
536.252570

Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment

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16.5 HP OHV
ALL-WHEEL STEER
43" MOWER DECK
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
LAWN TRACTOR
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Ass-ernbiy•
operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts

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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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SAFETY RULES
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WARNING:
This Practices
cutting machine
is capable
hands and
and throwing
Failure
to observe
Sate Operation
for Riding
Vehiclesof amputating
As Recommended
by feet
American
National objects.
Standards
Institute
the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders

GENERAL OPERATION:
1.
2,

Read, understand and follow all instructions in the Owner'stOperator's Manual, on the machine, the engine and with any
attachments before starting,
Only allow responsible adults familiar with the instructions to operate the machine

3
4

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc, which could be picked up and thrown by the blade
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop the machine if anyone enters the area

5
6,

Never carry passengers.
Disengagepowertothemoweroranyattachmentsbeferebackingup.
look down and behind before and while backing

Be aware of the direction the mower discharges Do not point discharge from the mower at anyone or at places where people may
be, Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass bagger or the mower guard in-place

Do not mow in reverse untess absolutely neces_ary

Aiways

8,
9,

Slow down before turning.
Never leave a machine unattended with the engine running Aiways disengage the blade(s), set the parking brake, stop the engine
and remove the key before dismounting
10. Disengage power to attachment(s) when transporting or not in use Disengage the btade(s) when not mowing
11..
12
I3,
14

Stop the engine before removing the grass bagger or unclogging the chute
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light
Do not operate the machine whife under the influence of alcohol or drugs or when very tired
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways

15,
16,
17
18

Use extra caution when tending or unloading the machine when using a trailer or truck for transporting
Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into Neulraf before attempting to start the engine (on gear drive models)
Disengage all attachment ciutches betore attempting to start the engine (on hydro modefs)
Always wear safety glasses or an eye shield when you operate the unit to protect your eyes from foreign objecls that can be thrown
from the unit Atways wear eye protection when you make an a_djustment or repair to the machine

Use
a
b
c

care when p ull!ng Ioads or using heavy equipment
Use only approved drawbar hitch points
Limit loads to those you can safely control.
Do not turn sharply Use care when backing

Use counterweights

when suggested in the Owner's/Operator's

Manuai

SLOPE OPERATION:
Slopes and rough terrain are major lactors related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury
or death. ALL slopes require extra caution,. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on the slope, do not mow
it. See the "Slope Guide" in the back of this book to check for safe operation.

DO
1
2..

Mow up and down slopes, not across
Remove obstacles such as rocks, limbs, etc

3
4
5

Watch for hates, ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine "Tall grass can hide obstacles"
Use stow speed. Choose a low enough gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Ion gear crave models)
Use slow speed on slopes Do not make sudden speed changes, (on hydro models)
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6.
7,

Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability
Use extra care with grass baggers or other attachments, they can change the stability of the machine

8.
9

Keep ali movement on the slopes slow and gradual
Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight

down ;he slope

SAFETY RULES
DO NOT
1_
2,
3,
4.
5.

Do not
Do not
and an
Do not
Do not
Do not

turn on slopes unless absolutely necessary, then only turn slowly and graduafly downhill, if possible
mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments A wheel over the edge or an edge caving in could cause a sudden overturn
injury or death,.
mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding
try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground
use a grass catcher or other rear mounted accessories on steep slopes_(greater than 10 degrees}

CHILDREN:
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator isnot alert to the presence of children° Children are often attracted tothe
and the mowing actlvity_ NEVER assume that children will remain where you last saw them,
1o Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of an adult other than the operator

machine

2_
3
4,

Be alert and turn the engine oil if children enter the area.
Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children
Never carry children or any passengers
They may fall off and be seriously injures or interIere with the sale operation ol the
machine.

5.
6.

Never allow children to operate the machine Instruct children in the dangers ol the machine
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision

SERVICE:
1

Use extra care when handling gasoline and other luels Fuels are llammable and the vapors are explosive
a, Use only an approved container
b
Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before refueling
Do not smoke
c
d,

Never refuel the machine indoors
Never slore the machine with fuel in the tank or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater

2
3.,

Never start or run
Keep all nuts and
cracks and nicks
authorized service

4.
5,

Never tamper with the safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly
To reduce fire hazards keepthe machine lree of grass, leaves or olherdebris build-up Clean up oil or fuel spills Allow the machine
to cool before storing
Stop and inspect the equipment if your strike an object Repair, if necessary, before restarting
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running The carburetor can be adjusted with the engine Funning Do not
change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine
Grass bagger components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to
bethrown, Forsiorage, alwaysmakesurethegrassbagisempty
Frequentlycheckcomponenlsandreplacewilhmanufacturer's
recommended paris when necessary

6
7.,
8,

the engine inside a closed area
bolts, especiatly the blade attachmenl nuts tight Frequently check th_ blade(s) for wear or damage such as
A blade that is bent or damaged musf be immediately replaced with an original equipment blade(s) from an
dealer. For safety, replace the blade(s) every two years Keep the equipment in good condition

Mower blade(s) are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them or the mower
deck area.

10. Check the brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required
! 1, Wait for all movement to slop before servicing any part o! the unit

ENVIRONMENTAL

AWARENESS

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Do not fit! the engine's luel tank completely full
Drain fuel for off-season storage

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Use oniy unleaded gasoline
Service the air cleaner regularly
Change oil regularly, Use 30W oil in summer
Tune-upthe engine regularly

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Keep equipment in efficient operating condition
Dispose of used engine oil properly

Your
At Risk.,"
Look Safety
for this Issymbol
to indicate important

safety precautions.

This symbol

indicates

Attent'on?

Become Alert"

PRODUCT

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineeted
and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance_
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please +contact your nearest Sears Service
CentedDepartmenL
We have comPetent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this
unit..
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor
propedy Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."
MODEL
NUMBER 536 25257"0
SERIAL
NUMBER
' DATE OF
PURCHASE

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PU RCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this
product+ Contact your nearest Sears Store for details

OIL 64 oz. w/filter
55 oz. w/o _ter

SAE 30 - above 32°F.
5W - 30* - below32_F+

SPARK PLUG :

Champion N4C
(GAP .030 in.)

VALVE
CLEARANCE:

Intake:
+004in+
Exhaust: +004 In+.

GROUND

FORWARD
REVERSE:

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT:
REAR:

0-5.70
3.70

MPH
MPH

14PSI
10 PSI

RESPONSIBILITIES

CRAFTSMAN

ELECTRIC

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

LIGHTING (AC SIDE)

t 18 VOLTS @ 3300 RPM

CHARGING (DC SIDE)

2.8 AMPS @ 125 VOLTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE:

30-35 FT+ LBS+

In the state of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)
Other states may have similar iaws_ Federal taws apply
on federal lands+ A spark attester (part number 336967)
for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears
Authorized Service Center

Read and observe safety rutes.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your unit.
Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this manual+

LIMITED

16+5
2 GALLONS
UNLEADED REGULAR

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be-used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grasscovered 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

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

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HORSE POWER:
GASOLINE
CAPACITY:

CHARGING SYSTEM:

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

CUSTOMER

SPECIFICATIONS

START

RIDING

ON ELECTRIC

EQUIPMENT

START RIDING

EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase_ifthis riding equipment is maintained, lubricatedand tuned-up according to the
instructions in the owner's manual, Sears willrepair or replace, any pa_s found to be defective in materia_or workmanship
This warranty does not cover:
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Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as btades, spark plugs_air cteaners and belts
Tire replacement or repaircaused by punctures from outside objects, suchas nails, thorns, stumps, or gfass_
Repairs necessary because of operatol: abuse, negligence, improperstorage or accident ar the failure to maintain the
equipment according tothe instructions contained in the operator*smanual+
Riding equipmentused for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY

ON BATTERY

For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in materiat or
workmanship _d our testing determines thebattery wilt not hold a charge, Sears w_ltreplace the battery at no charg e
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING
CENTER/DEPARTMENT
IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty
state.

gives you specific
SEARS,

legal rights,

ROEBUCK

AND

THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST

and you may also have other rights which
CO,

D/817WA,

HOFFMAN

ESTATES,

SEARS SERVICE

may vary from state to

IL 60179

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TAB,LE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES .....................................................................2-3
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
.................................................
4
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
....................... 4, 17_22
WARRANTY
..........................................................................
4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
...................................................... 5
INDEX ............................................................................................ 5
TRACTOR
ACCESSORIES
............................................... 6
CONTENTS
OF HARDWARE
PACK ..................................7
ASSEMBLY
..............................................................................8-11
OPERATION
.................................................................
12-16

SERVICE
TROUBLE

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AND ADJUSTMENTS
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SHOOTING
.......................................

23-33
34-35

STO RAGE ........................................................................
36
SLOPE GUIDE ..................................................................... 37
REPAIR PARTS ............................................................. 38-62
ENGINE REPAIR PARTS ......................................... 63-68
TRANSAXLE
REPAIR PARTS ..............................
69-70
NOTES .................................................................................... 71
PARTS ORDERtNCdSERVICE
...................................... 72

INDEX

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Cutting Height, Mower ...........................
14
E
Electrical:
interlocks and Relays ..........................
32
Engine:
Air Cteaner ..........................................22
Air Intake Screen ................................21
Cooling System ............................... 21
Oil Change ...........................................21
Oil Level ............................................
15, 21
Oil Type .............................................
4, 21
Preparation .........................................15
Starting ....................................................
15
Storage ..........................................
36
F
Filter:
Fuel ............................................................
22
Fuel:
Type ..................................................4, 15
Storage ..................................................
36
H
Headlights ..............................................32
Hood Removal/installation
..................33
L
Leveling, Mower Deck ...................24-25
Lubrication:
Chart ....................................................18
M
Mower:
Adjustment, Front-To-Rear ...............26
Adjustment, Side-To-Side .................24
Adjustment, Deck Height ....... ;.........25
Blade Sharpening ..................................
20
Blade Replacement .......................... 19
Brake Adjustment ............................ 29
Cutting Height ................................... 14
Installation
23-24
Operation ........................................... 14
Removal .......................................... 23
Mowing Tips
16
Mulching Mowing Tips
16
Muffler ................................................... 22
Spark Arrestor ............................. 4, 22
Mulching Plug:
Installation .................................... 20
O
Oil:
Cold Weather Conditions ................ 21
Engine ............................................. 21
Storage ............................................... 36
Type ............................................. 4, 21
Operation ...................................... 12-16
Operating Your Mower .................... t4
Options:
Accessories .......................
6
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A
Accessories ......................................................
6
Adjustments:
Blade Brake ............................................
26
Blade Drive Belt .....................................
26
Carburetor ...............................................
33
Mower Deck Leveling:
Front-To-Rear ..................................25
Side-To-Side ..........................................
24
Mower Deck Height ..............................
25
Seat .............................................................
28
Steering Gear ................................... 30
Throttle Control Cable .......................
33
Tractor Brake ........................................
29
Tractor Drive Belt .............................. 27
Transmission Control .........................31
Assembly ...............................................
8-11
B
Battery:
Charging ..........................................9-I 0
Cleaning ....................................................
20
Installation ..................................................
11
Preparation .............................................
9
Starting with Weak Battery ...............32
Storage ........................................................
36
Terminals ............................................20
Belt:
Tractor Drive
RemovalfReplacement
......................28
Mower Blade Drive
Removal!Replacement
......................27
Blade:
Sharpening ............................................
20
Replacement .......................................19
Brake Adjustment .....................................
29
C
Carburetor Adjustment ..........................
33
Controls, Tractor .....................................
12
Customer Responsibilities ..........
4, 17-22
Air Cleaner ..............................................
22
Battery ........................................................
20
Be Its ........................................................
20
Blade .................................................
19-20
Brake Operation ...................................
19
Cleaning .......................................... 22
Cooling System, Engine ................ 21
Engine Oil ........................................4, 21
Fuel Filter ........................................ 22
Lubrication Chart .................................
18
Muffler ..................................................22
Mulching Plug .............................
20
Schedule .....................................
17
Spark Plugs .................................... 22
Tire Care ................................10, 19, 30
Transaxle Cooling ....................
20

Spark Arrestor ................................4, 22
P
Parking Brake ...........................................
13
Parts Bag .........................................................
7
Product Specifications ..............................
4
R
Repair Parts:
Engine ...........................................63-68
Tractor ........................................ 38-62
Transaxle .............................
69-70
S
Safety Rules ...........................................
2-3
Service and Adjustments ........... 23-33
Battery .............................................. 32
Blade Brake ...................................... 26
Carburetor .................................................
33
Control Lever ..........................................
31
Fuse ............................................................
32
Hood Removaltlnstallation
....................
33
Headlight bulb .......................................
32
Interlocks and Relays ..........................
32
Mower Biade Drive Belt:
Adjustment .............................................
26
Removal/Replacement
....................
27
Mower Deck Level Adjustment:
Front-To-Rear ............................... 25
Side*To-Side .....................................24
Mower Deck Height ........................ 25
Mower Deck Installation ........... 23-24
Mower Deck Removal ................... 23
Seat ..............................................
28
Steering Gear ..............................
30
Throttle Control Cable .......................33
Tractor Brake .......................................29
Tractor Drive Belt:
RemovaltReplacement
............ 27-28
Transmission Controf ................... 31
Wheel Repair ................................ 30
Spark Plugs .............................. : ..........22
Specifications .........................................4
Starting the Engine ............................. 15
Steering Wheel ..................................
8
Stopping the Tractor ............................ 13
Storage ......................................
36
T
Table of Contents .........................
5
Throttle Controt Cable
Adjustment ............................
33
Tires ...........................
1o, ! 9,30
Tire Pressure ..............
4, 10, 19
Transaxle:
Cooling ..................................
20
Troubleshooting Points .......
34-35
W
Warranty
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4

ACCESSORIES

AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased
They are also available at most Sears retail
outlets, catalog and service centers, Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your
tractor.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG

CUSTOMER
MAINTENANCE
MUFFLER

AIR FILTER

GAS CAN

ENGINE OIL

STAE_iLIZER

BLADES

BELTS

PERFORMANCE
Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your vehicEe Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they
can help you, This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in luture years - more attachments may be
added, changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model Contact your nearest
Sears store for the accessories
and attachments that are available for your unit°
Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for
easy attaching and dealtaching

GRASS CATCHER -Iets you collect grass clippings
leaves for a healthier, nearer looking lawn

and

LAWN SWEEPERS
_eaves°

and

SPRAYERS - use t2:vott DC electric motor that connects to
the tractor battery or other 12-veil source Includes booms for
automatic spraying when pulling and hand held wand for spot
spraying Wand has adjustable spray pattern For applying
herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and liquid tertilizers

ROLLER - for smoother lawn Surface, 36-inch wide, 18 inch
diameter water tight drum holds up to 390 ibs of weight
Rounded edges prevent harm to turf Adjustabfe scraper automatically cleans drum.

48" SNOW BLADE - has a rugged, heavy gauge steel blade
Spring ioaded blade glides over uneven sudaces Can be adjusted from seat for straight position, or 35 degrees left or
right Locks in raised position for traveling Whee_ weights and
tire chains are recommended

- tots you collect

grass clippings

CARTS - make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available

SPREADERS/SEEDERS
* make seeding, fertilizing and
weed kilting easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for
granular deicers and sand.
CORING AERATOR - takes smalt piugs out of soil to allow
moisture and nutrients to reach grass roots 36-inch swath
24 hardened steal coring tips 150 Ibs capacity weight tray
AERATOR - promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn
Tapered 2,5" steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discS
puncture holes in soi{ at close intervals to let moisture soak in
Steel weight tray for increased penetration
MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER
- loosens soil and flips thatch
and matted leaves to lawn surface to easy pick up Twenty
spring tine teeth. Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding
Available for rear mounting,

SINGLE*STAGE SNOW THROWER - has a 42-inch swath
and is capable of throwing snow accurately
in a driver
controlled arc Wheel weights and tire chains are recommended,
TIRE CHAINS - are heavy duty: closely spaced extra-large
cross links give smooth ride, outstanding traction
WHEEL WEIGHTS - for rear wheels provide needed tract=on
for snow removal or dozing heavy materials
TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36 '_swath to prepare seed beds.
cultivate and compost garden residue,, Tiller has its own builtin llft and depth control system and does NOT require a
sleeve hitch. Fits any lawn, yard. or garden tractor
Simply
hook up to the tractor drawbar and go!

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ASSEMBL Y
TOOLS REQUIRED

FOR ASSEMBLY

STEERING,
WHEEL

A socket wrench witl make assembly easier Standard wrench
sizes are listed,,
(1) Pliers
SPACER

(1)

Utility knife

(1)

Screwdriver (Small Phillips with a 1/4 inch shank)

(1)

Hammer

(1)

Tire pressure gauge

(2)

7/16 inch wrenches

SPRING P_N
STEERING

CLUTCH
LEVER

(2) I/2 inch wrench
(I) Tape measure
When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in fhe operating position (seated behind
the steering wheel),

TO REMOVE TRACTOR
CARTON
UNPACK

FROM

BRAKE.CLUTCH

SHIFT CONTROL
LEVER

PEDAL

CARTON

•

Open top flaps
crate

Remove top frame from carton,

•

Carefully remove contents of parts box (see CONTENTS
OF HARDWARE PACK on page 7).

•

Cut down all four corners with a utility knife and carefu!ly lay
down side panels.

Discard cardboard from alongside tractor.

Remove cardboard from discharge chute

Remove plastic wrap from seat and hood.

TO INSTALL
(See Fig. 1)

Remove

cardboard

STEERING

from top of wood

VIEW FROM RIGHT SiDE OF TRACTOR

FIG. 2

WHEEL

•

Position front wheels straight lorward,

•

P_ace spacer on steering shaft,,

Place steering
wheel
on
steering wheel down firmly,

•

Afign cross holes in steering
wheel with holes in
steering shaft, NOTE: Use a stoat] PhilJips screwdriver with a 1/4 inch shaft to align the holes. Keep
screwdriver in place as you drive the spring pin in,

•

FIG., 1

steering

shaft

Push

FREE
WHEEL
CONTROL
LEVER

From the left side, drive spring pin (found in parts bag)
through oppos_e side with a hammer,

BEFORE ROLLING
(See Fig. 2 & 2A)

TRACTOR

OFF SKID

VIEW FROM REAR OF TRACTOR

FIG, 2A
Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE STAPLES IN
SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES OF TRACTOR BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO ROLL OFF SKID.

•

Carefully cut wire ties (front and back) holding tractor to
skid.

IMPORTANT:
FENDER,

•

Pull free wheel control lever out,

•

Release
pedal

IMPORTANT: To drive tractor free whee_ control tever MUST
be pushed in This control and it's instruclional decal are
located at the rear of the tractor on the drawbar

parking

brake

by depressing

brake-clutch

Carefully
roll tractor backwards
(ASSISTANCE MAY BE REQUIRED.)
DO NOT LIFT TRACTOR

position.
off

wood

BY HOOD

skid
OR

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TO A3-rACH BATTERY CABLES

CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield°

Lift seat,,

Wash hands or clothing immediately if
accidentally in contact with battery acid.

•

Remove the protective caps from the battery terminals

•

Atlach positive (+) red battery cable (D) to positive (+)
terminal (C) on battery with a 1/4 X 3/4 inch head screw
and a 1/4 inch keps nut.,T_ghten nut securety

Place battery boot
(sea Fig, 3 inset),

Attach negative (-) black battery cable (A) to negative (-)
terminal (<3) on battery with a 1/4 X 3/4 inch hex head
screw and a 1/4 inch keps nut, Tighten nut securely

Proceed to CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery
acid are explosive.
Follow the CAUTIONS locatedonthe battery.
Always wear gloves, clothing and goggles to
protect your hands, skin and eyes_

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
PREPARE

BA'I-rERY

iMPORTANT:
Before you attach the battery cables to the
battery, check the b.artery date code The battery date code tells
if the battery must be charged,
@

Check the battery date coda on top of the battery,,

If the battery is put into use before this date, the battery
cables can be attached without charging the battery. See
TO ATTACH BATTERY CABLES

(B) over positive (+) battery terminal

When you charge the battery, do not smoke,

fumes
from
the battery
acidanycan
cause The
an
aep the
battery
away from
sparks,,
explosion.

TO CHARGE THE BATTERY
•

If the battery is put into use after this date, the battery m_Jst
be charged. To charge see TO CHARGE BATTERY.

Lift seat,
Always disconnect negative (black) cable first.
Removing positive cable first can result in
sparks tf the wrench touches any metal surface.

necting negative cable first can result in sparks
if
the wrench
touches
metal
surface.
Always
connect
positiveany
(red)
cable
first. Con-

114 X 3/4 iNCH HEX HEAD SCREW

t/4 X3/4 tNCH HEX
HEAD SCREW

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TO ADJUST

•

Disconnect negative
7/16" wrench.

(See Fig. 4)

•

Slide battery boot (B) away from positive (+) battery terminal (C) and disconnect positive (+) red battery cable
(D) with a 7/16" wrench.

Mower
Always
adjust
uneven

•

Unhook rubber hold-down strap (F),

•

Lift battery out of tractor,

Park tractor on a firm, level surface, such as a driveway
or garage floor.

•

Place battery on level surface°

Use a 12 volt battery chargerto chargethe battery. Charge
at a rate of 6 amperes for one hour. If you do not have a
battery charger, have an authorized service center charge
the battery.
Complete assembly section of this manual
while waiting for battery to charge,,

Set cutting height adjustment
to lowest anticipated
cutting height. Deck wheels should be 1/4" off ground, if
not, adjust as follows:

•

Remove axle bolt and nut holding each wheel
wheel mounting bracket with two 9/16" wrenches,

Change wheel height adjustment by relocating each
wheel into desired hole of wheel mounting bracket.

•

Reinstall bolt and nFJton each side and secL_re nuts
tightly,

CHECK

(-) black battery

cable (A) with a

TIRE PRESSURE

For shipping purposes, the tires on your tractor were over-inflated at the factory° Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.
•

Remove hub caps by placing two fingers in hole in each
cap and pulling them from the wheels.

Use tire pressure gauge to check amount of air in tires

•

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual,

Replace hub caps. Position on wheels and p_]sh firmly,

CHECK
BELTS
e

FOR PROPER

POSITION

DECK WHEELS

deck wheels may be adjusted to one of four positions.
adjust both wheels to same position, NOTE: Do Not
wheels to support mower deck while mowing or
cutting will result,

NUT
WHEEL

AXLE BOLT

OF ALL

WHEEL MOUNTING
BRACKET

See figures shown for replacing motion and mower blade
drive
belts
in SERVICE
AND ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manual. Verify belts are routed correctly.

TO LEVEL

MOWER

iii

MOWER

RtGHT S;'DE WHEEL SHOWN

FIG. 4

DECK

For best cutting results the mower deck has been leveled at the
factory and should not require any adjustment, 1tin the event the
deck should need to be adjusted see TO LEVEL MOWER DECK
in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual,

CHECK
•

BRAKE

SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check operation of tractor brake (see BRAKE OPERATION
in
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
section
of this
manual),,

MULCHING

PLUG

Your tractorhas a mufching plug kit.rYour tractor also ha s unique
3 in 1 blades which are designed to slde discharge, mufch and
mow without changing blades,
•

To instaitthe mulching plug kit see TO INSTALL .MULCHING PLUG INSTRUCTIONS
in the CUSI_OMER
RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual

•

For additional information on the muSching plug see
MULCHING MOWING HINTS in the OPERATION section
of this manual

IMPORTANT: If your grass needs to be cut more than 1 inch
side discharge mowing is recommended

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If the wrench
touches
metal
surface,
Always
connect
positiveany
(red)
cable
first. Con-

REINSTALL CHARGED BATTERY
(See Fig. 5)
•

Re-hook rubber hold-down strap (F)

Attach positive (+) red battery cable (D) to positive {+)
terminal (C) on battery with a I/4 X 3/4 inch head screw
and a 1/4 inch keps nut Tighten nut securely

Place battery boot (B) over positive (+_ battery terminal
(C) (see Fig 5 inset)

Attach negative (-) black battery cable (A) to negative (-)
terminal (G) on battery with a 1/4 X 3/4 inch hex head
screw and a 1/4 inch keps nut Tighten nut securely

Raise seat and place battery
back in tractor
with positive (+) terminal (C) toward right side of tractor
NOTE: Be sure ignition key is in OFF position°

114 X 3/4 INCH HEX HEAD SCREW

1/4 X 314 INCH HEX
HEAD SCREW

CUT-AWAY VIEW FROM RIGHT-HAND SIDE OF TRACTOR

FIG. 5

_" CHECKLIST
BEFORE
YOU OPERATE
AND ENJOY
YOLIR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THE BEST PERFORMANCE
AND SATISFACTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT
PLEASE REVIEW

THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

All assembly instructions have been compieted

No remaining loose parts in carton_

WHILE LEARNING
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR.
PAY EXTRA
ATTENTION
TO THE
FOLLOWING
IMPOR TAN T ITEMS:
,i'.f

•/,/" Fuet tank is filled with trash, clean
gasoline

Batter:/is

properly prepared

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely

AI( tires are property inflated (For shipping purposes, the
tires were over-inflated at the factory)

Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/fronrto-rear for best cutting results (Tires must be properly inflated for {eveting)

Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed
proper(y around pulleys and inside all belt guides

Check wiring See that all connections
wires are properly clamped

are secure and

regular

Unleaded

,/'v" Become familiar with all controls-their
location
lunelion Operate controls before starting eng,ne
v',/

Engine oil is at proper level

Be sure brake system is Jn sate operating condition

and

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TRACTOR

MANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES BEFORE

OPERATING

YOUR

Compare illustrations (see Fig. 6) with your tractor to familiarize yourself with locations of various controls and adiustments
this manual for future reference°

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CHECK STARTING
SEQUENCE
INDICATOR

CHOKE
cONTROL

THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER

ATTACHMENT
LEVER

AMMETER
HEADLIGHT

CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJt_,TMENT PEDAL

SWITCH

NITION
SW_TCH
BRAKE-CLUTCH
PARK}NG BRAKE
LATCH

MEMORY

ROD
SHIFT CONTROL

CHOKE

ENGINE
OFF

ENGINE
START

ENGINE
RUN

FAST

SLOW

LIGHTS
ON

LIGHTS
OFF

PARKING
BRAKE

MOWER
BLADES
DISENGAGED

LEVE

MOWER
BLADES
ENGAGED

FIGo 6
SEARS LAWN TRACTORS conform to the safety standards of THE AMERICAN NATIONAL
Ignition Switch - Used to start and stop engine,
Choke Conlrol
Throttle
Headlight

- Used to start a cold engine

Parking Brake Latch - Used to lock brake-clutch
in park position,

- Turns headlights on or off

Ammeter - Shows battery is being charged when engine is
running
Check Starting
Sequence Indicator
wrong starting procedure was used
Brake-Clutch
Pedal
tractor and start engine,

Used

- Indicator lights
crutch

iNSTITUTE

Shift Control Lever - Used to select ground speed ranges
and direction of motion (forward_neutraf-reverse)

Control Lever - Controls speed of engine
Switch

STANDARDS

and

brake

Cutting Height Adjustment
of cut.

pedal down

Pedal - Used to change height

Memory Rod - Used with Cutting Height Adjustment Pedal to
select cutting height
Attachment Clutch Lever - Used to engage or disengage
power to mower deck blades
Free Wheel Control Lever - Used to afiow the tractor to be
pushed or towed
(See Fig 8 for location)

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severe eye damager Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performin G
any adjustments or repairs.
We recommend standard safety glasses, available at SEARS Retail or Catalog Stores, or a wide visior
sa!ety mask for over your glasses.
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PLACE JL_DWORKtHG PROPERLY

CLUTCH
PEDAL

oREUOVE
0_JECrS
_TCANBETHrowN
SY

ALWAYS SET PARt.rJNG BRAKE
BEFORE LEAVING OR ENGINE W_LL
STOP

C_=LO_
ORO_H_SA_E

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MOW
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AEOUND
t_

110
CHANGE
cUT HEIGHT
PEDAL
1, FULLY
DEPRESSCUT
HEIGHT

NEVER CJLRRYC_LDREN OR_AssENGEES
, LOCK DOWHAND EI_I_D BEFOREAND

DF.5/REDHEIGHT
T
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TO BET PAI_ING BRAKE:
1. FULLY DEPRESSE_RAKE/GLUTCH
PEDAL
Z, PUSHLEVER FOWARDAND HOLD
3, RELEASE BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL

VtHIL_
8,_:l,_e_t3

3,
OUT HEIG_
2, RELE,t_E
POS_]eNMI_RYRODTO
PEDAL

- DOHOTMOWWHERE UOWER C_'l TIP O_ SUP
, }F _CH_t_E STOPSGOING UPH_LL_DiSEnGaGE

TO TRANSPORT
1 FULLY DEPRESS CUT HQGHT
PEDAL

8LA_3E(S]AND fiAQ( DOWN SLOWLY
. REMOVEK_ WHE}_ L_/WIHG MACHIt_E

TO _
pARiNG
BRAKE:
1. FULLY DEPRE.SSBRAKE/CLUTCH
PEDAL LEVERWILL RELEASE

o AViD S_DDEN
TdP,
NS
• GO UPANO DOWNSLOPES,NOT ACR(_S

TO b"lr_M_l*=
1, DISENGAGEATTACHMENTCLUTCH
2. RJLLY DEPRESSDRAKE/CLUTCHPEDAL
3. _g'RFTTO NEUTRAL
4, BETTHROTTLE TO FULL
{CHOKE_'FNEEDED)
E TURN IGNrNQN TO START

OPERATING INSTRUClrlONS
(READOWNERSMANUAL)
TO STOP:
I.

FULLY DF.PRE,SS BRAKE/CLDTCH

2, DISFJ,IGAGEA'rTACHMENT

PEDAL

CLUTCH

3, SHIFTTO NEUTRAL
4

ENGAGE PARKING _RAKE

5 TURN IGNmON

TO (}FF

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING

NOTE:

BRAKE

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TO ,¢d_3UST _.OUIFID
SPEED
1, WITH SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL
RELEASE SRAKE/OLUTCH
PEDAL
SLOWLY
Z MOVE SH_Ft" LEVER TO FORWARD
OR REVERSE SPEED RANGE
3. MOVE SHIFT LEVER TO ADJUBT
GROUND SPEED

Never use choke to stop engine
Under

certain

conditions

when unit is standi

idle with engine running, hot engine gases may cause "bro_
ing" of grass. Te eliminate this possibility, always stop eng
when stopping tractor on grass areas

Depress brake-clutch pedal fully (al! the way down) and
hold,

Push parking brake latch forward and engage notch in
parking brake latch against main frame.

TO USE THROTTLE

•

To release parking brake, apply pressure to brake-ciutch
pedal and spring wiU automaticafly release parking brake
[atcho

•

FAST throttle position is necessary for best bagging
mewing performance

Operating engine at other than FAST position redu(
battery charging rate and the engine cooting air flow

Choke is necessary whenever you are starting a c
engine. Do not use to start a warm engine_

•

To engage CHOKE, move throttle contro lever past det
position (arrow pointsto lhis position) Move throttle con
lever out of CHOKE position as engine warms

STOPPING
MOWER BLADES •

Pullthe clutch lever rearward to the DISENGAGED
position.
CAUTION:
Blades wilt not step immediately. Keep hands and feet from under
mower deckand away from discharge chute.,

TRACTOR •

Depress

brake-clutch

pedal lully (all the way down).

•

Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL

•

Set parking brake before leaving tractor

position

ENGINE •

Move throttle control to SLOW position..
Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always
remove key when leaving vehicle to prevent unauthorized
use

TO MOVE

CONTROL

BACKWARD

AND

FORWAF

The direction of motion (torward. reverse) and ground sp_
ranges are controlled by shift control lever
•

Start tractor with brake-clutch peda_ depressed and
control lever in NEUTRAL position

•

Slowfy release brake-clutch

•

Move shift control lever to reverse or forward speed ran
NOTE: Always come to a fu!l stop before changing direct
of motion

peda! to start movement

NOTE: To drive tractor free wheel control lever MUST
pushed in. This controf and it'sinstruc_iona_deca_ are locate
the rear of the tractor on the drawbar (See fig 8)

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TO SELECT MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
PEDALLATCH

(See Fig. 7)
The cutting height is selected
rod in the desired height position
approximateIy 2 to 4 inches,
•

Press cutting height adjustment pedal afl the way down
until it latches.

•

Move memory rod to desired cutting height Lowest cutting
height is toward front of tractor and highest is toward rear
of tractor. The Iatched pedal position is the highest cutting
position_

Press pedal latch to release pedal, mower deck witl lower
to the desired cutting height

•

The memory positions (1 thru 5) change height of cut
approximately 3/8 inch each. Total available cutting height
adjustments exceeds 2 inches..

•

The average lawn should be cut approximately 2-1/2"
dur{ng cool season and over 3" during hot months. For
healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth.

by placing the memory
The cutting height range is

For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height
should be mowed twiCer Make the first cut at the highest
position; the second to desired height.

CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
PEDAL

MEMORY

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VIEW OF LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR

FIG. 7
•

If stopping is necessary, push brake-clutch
way down) and engage parking brake

peda_ fully (all

•

Move shift controJ tever to NEUTRAL position.

To restart movement, release parking brake and move shift
centre{ lever to slow forward speed Be sure you have
el(owed enough room for unit to rot{ slightly as you restart
movement.

Make all turns slowly.

If cutting blades do not cut evenly, go to "TO ADJUST
MOWER DECK HEIGHT" and "TO LEVEL MOWER DECK"
instructions°

TO TRANSPORT

TO OPERATE

Fully depress cutting height adjustment pedal into highest
position,

When pushing ortowing your unit, be sure shift control lever
is in NEUTRAL position.

Pull free wheel control lever out and slide sideways to lock
the lever in position to push the tractor

•

Slowty release parking brake and brake-clutch pedal

Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH

MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch Anyattempt by the operator to leave the seat with engine running and brake.clutch pedal not fully depressed with
parking brake latch locked, and/or attachment clutch lever engaged, will shut off engine_
•

Select desired height of cut with cutting height adjustment
pedal.

TO STARTMOWER - Slowly move attachment clutch lever
to ENGAGED position.

•

TO STOP MOWER - Move attachment crutch lever to
DISENGAGED position.

TRACTOR

(See Fig, 8)

NOTE: To drive tractor free wheel control tever MUST be
pushed in.. This control and it's instructional decat are located at
the rear of the tractor on the drawbar.

either
discharge
chute
deflector,
or entire
grass
CAUTION:
Do not
operate
the mower
without
catcher, on mowers so equipped, in place,

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ON HILLS

CAUTION: On siopes, be very cautious
and avoid sharp turns to prevent tipping
or loss of control NEVER carry passengers.
•

Choose slowest speed before starting up or down hilts

Avoid stopping, starting or changing speed on hills

If slowing is necessary, move shift control lever to slower
position

FREE
WHEEL
LEVER

VIEW FROM REAR OF TRACTOR

FIG. 8

BEFORE STARTING
CHECK

ENGINE

TO START

THE ENGINE

OIL LEVEL

When starting engine for first time or if engine has run out t
fuel, it witl take extra cranking time to move fuel from tank I
engine.

Read OPERATION and CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
sections of this manual before trying to start the engine.
e

Check to make sure engine crankcase is full of oil. Never
run engine unless crankcase is full of oil and dipstick is
tightened securely into oil tube.

•

To charige engine oil, see ENGINE
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
manual.

Your tractor has two lockout switches that connect solenoid t
brake-clutch pedal and attachment clutch lever. When star
ing engine, brake-clutch pedal must be fully depressed ar
attachment clutch lever must be in DISENGAGED position
engage lockout switches. The Check Starting Sequence in(:
cator will light unless these conditions are met

LUBRICATION in
section
of this

Your tracto_'is equipped with an operator presence sensir
switch.. The engine wifl stop if operator is not firmty seated
operator's seat when attachment clutch lever is engage
Leaning forward or to one side on the seat may cause tt"
engine to stop.

ADD GASOLINE
•

Fill tank (see Fig. 9) Use fresh, clean, regular Unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoiine will increase carbon and
lead oxide deposits and reduce valve _ife).

IMPORTANT:

WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

ENGINE

In addition, your tractor has a traction clutch switch. If oper
tot must temporarily leave tractor seat to remove an obstru
tion, adjust engine, etc., the engine wiff stop unless the brak
clutch pedal is fully depressed and parking brake latch locke

BE-

LOW 32 ° F (0 ° C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fueJs
(coiled gasohol or using methanol) can attract moisture which
leads to separation 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 Ionger Drain fuel tank, start engine
and let it run until fuel tines and carburetor are empty_ Use fresh
rue} next season_ See Storage Instructions for additiona_ information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur

FUEL CAP

•

Depress brake-clutch

Ptace the shift control lever in NEUTRAL

Move attachment clutch Iever to DISENGAGED

To start a cold engine move throttle controt past det_
position for CHOKE position For warm engine start, do r_
use CHOKE position

To start a warm engine move throttle control to m)dw
between FAST and SLOW positions_

Turn ignition key clockwise to STAR]" position and relea
key as soon as engine starts
Do not run star1
continuously for more than 15 seconds per minute
engine does not start after several attempts, move throt
to FAST posi!ion, Wait a few minutes and try again

ALL-WHEEL

pedal and set parking brake

STEERING

position
positio

FEATURE

Because both front and rear whee/s turn, _,_nall-wheel ste,
ing tractor }s very maneuverable
if the tractor becom
wedged against a wall, fence or other obstru.,_iion, do the f
lowing:
e

Move shift control lever to No 1 position

Turn steering wheel _lightly away from obstructi(
NOTE: If you turn steering wheel sharpty, rear wheels
turn in opposite direction of front wheels (turning ir
obstruction you are trying to move away from)

•

Move shift control lever to reverse position to back out
dead ends Be sure tractor is completely stopped bef_.
shifting into reverse

FUEL TANK

FIG, 9

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler
neck. Do not over fill. Wipe off any spilled
otl or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

CAUTION: Look down and behind before am
while backing_

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•

Do not use tire chains when mower housing is attached to
unff,,

Run the engine at FAST speed position,

•

Control forward ground speed with shift controt lever in
accordance
with type and quantity of grass being
mowed° The more grass to be cut, a slower forward
ground speed should be used. When cutting light grass,
forward ground speed can be increased, By observing
cutting action of your mower, you can determine the
forward ground speed,

•

Your mower may tend to leave unmowed strips when long

and
while backing.
Disengage
mowerbefore
CAUTION:
Look down
and behind
blades before back!ng up.

and tender grass is being mowed, Tender grass has a high
internal moisture content and is easily depressed by lawn
tractor wheels, and may not always spring back in time to
be cULTo overcome this condition, we advise mowing lawn
in a counterclockwise direction, overtopping previous cut,
which allows lifting action of rotating blades to lift grass into
cutting path.
•

When mowing targe areas,
clippings will discharged
driveways, etc. After one
terclockwise direction until

start in a clockwise direction so
away from shrubs, fences,
or two rounds, mow in counfinished (see Fig 10)

Be sure your mower is adjusted prope'dy, front-to-rear and
side*to-side,
(sea To Level Mower Deck in Service
and Adjustments section).

Only cut grass that is dry

Mow grass often° Short grass clippings will decay last,

Keep blades sharp, Sharp blades wilf cut better

Your tractor is very maneuverabfe and can be reversed to
back out of dead ends.

MULCHING

MOWING

FIG. 10
RETRAINING LAWN TO BE CUT WITH MULCHING MOWERe

Mowyour lawn frequently

For a mulching mower to perform best, we recommend tha!
you remove about 1"to 1-1/2" of grass with each cut If your
grass is very thick or lush, you may want to remove as little
as !/2" on final cut to produce the best possible resull: This
could mean that you must mow your lawn every 3-5 days
under certain growing conditions,,

•

If the height of the grass should get out of control, we
recommend that you follow instructions for first time mulching to bring fawn back to a manageable height. The opti_
mum g ross height is dependent o ngrass type and immediate
local growing conditions, Consult your local agricultural
extension office for this information

•

Keep your engine running at full speed (throttle at fast) If
you slow down the engine ru nning speed you will slow btade
speed as well, which will impair the ability of the mower to
cut grass properly.,

•

After mowing your lawn, check under the mower deck to be
sure it is clean and free of grass bLiildup Do not allow the
grass to build up because it will impair ability of mower to cut
properly.

•

Keep the blade sharp, it needs to be kept sharp and free
from nicks to keep from damaging the grass lips while
cutting grass quickly and efficiently

•

Keep your lawn watered, fertilized frequently, and free of
debris

•

Mulching mower will not perform properly in wet grass Cut
only when it is dry

TIPS

To mulch grass with a mulching mower, you will need to do
several things differently than with a conventional mower
You must change your mowing habits in order to maximize
effectiveness of your mulching mower. This could mean slowing
down the pace that you currently use to mow your lawn to allow
the mulcher extra time to cut and recut the clippings into a fine
mulch° The volume of grass that is under the deck of a mulcher
is greater at any time than it is with a conventional lawn mower.
WHEN MULCHING

LAWN FOR THE FIRST TIME-

Sol cutting height at highest
direction.

setting and mow

in one

Upon completion of first mowing, lower the cutting height to
middle setting and mow a second time at 90" to first
cut or in a criss-cross pattern, You can also recut in
same direction by overlapping the center of the mower over
the wheel tracks of the first cut.

NOTE: To converl from mulching to conventionaf _awnmowing
see TO REMOVE
MULCHING
PLUG in CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES seclion of this manual

CUSTOMER
GENERAL

RESPONSIBILITIES

RECOMMENDATIONS

BEFORE

The warranty o n this tractor does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negiigence. To receive full value
from warranty, operator must maintain lawn tractor as instructed
in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly
maintain your unit.

EACH

USE

Check engine oil level.

•

Check brake operation

•

Checktire

Check for loose fasteners.

pressure_

All adjustments in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section
of this manual shoutd be checked at least or_ce each season.
o

Once a year you should replace spark plug, clean or
reptace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A
new spark plug and clean air fifter assure proper air-fuel
mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES

BEFORE EACH USE
AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS

SCHEDULE

EVERY 8 HOURS
EVERY 25 HOURS
FILL IN SERVICE DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

EVERY 50 HOURS
EVERY 100 HOURS
BEGINNING

EACH SEASON

BEFORE STORAGE

SERVICE DATES
........

Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure
T I Check for Loose Fasteners
R t S____en or Replace Mower Blades
A J Lubrication Chart
C I Check BattePL
TI
O I C(ean Battery and Terminals
R I Check Transmission

Coolinq

!_
Blade Belt(s) Tension
1 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension
i Check Encline Oil Level
Change Engine Oil
E Clean Air Filter
N ! Clean Air Screen
G I Inspect Muffler/Spark
I
E

Arrestor

I Replace Oil Filter (if equipped)
Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter

(1) Change more o_len when operal_ng under a heavy toad or in high ambient temperalures
(2) Service more olten when operating

in d_rty or dusty conditions

(3) - Replace blades mote ellen when mowing

"I"7

Jn sandy soil

CUSTOMER
LUBRICATION

RESPONSIBILITIES

CHART

Orientation view only. Do Not stand on end.

STEERING

GEAR

FRONTPOINTS
AXLE
PIVOT

WHEEL
BEARINGS
WHEEL
BEARINGS

_QEND DRAGOFLINK

SECTOR GEAR
) AND BOTTOM OF
STEERING SHAFT

VIEW FROM LEFT SiDE OF TRACTOR
MOWER

DECK HITCH

END OF
DRAG LiNK

UNIVERSAL
JOINT
(SAME ON
BOTH SIDES)

STEERING
PIVOT POINTS

(_MOWER

(SAME ON
BOTH SIDES)

SAE30

GENERALPURPOSE

RIGHT SiDE
MOWER DECK
WHEEL

OR10W30MOTOR

OIL API_SG

GREASE

WHEEL

DECK

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR
Always
observe
maintenance.

BRAKE

safety

rules

when

performing

any

BENT TIP
EDGE

BLADE
MOUNTING
SCREWS

OPERATION

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable disc brake To check
brake operation do the following:
•

Stop tractor on a level surface and place shift control lever
in NEUTRAL position°

•

Depress brake-clutch pedal enough to latch parking brake
In 2nd notch,,
Try to push tractor. If you ere unable to push tractor, brake
is too tight and should be loosened (see TO ADJUST
TRACTOR BRAKE in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manual,

SHARP

Depress brake-clutch pedal enough to latch parking brake
[n 4th notch.

EDGE

Fig° 11

Tryto push tractor, if you are able to push tractor, brake is
too loose and should be tightened (see TO ADJUST
TRACTOR BRAKE in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
sectionof this manual.

BENT TIP EDGE

BLADE

During tractor operation, check for stopping distance. If tractor
requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed
in highest gear, the brake must be adjusted (see to ADJUST
TRACTOR BRAKE in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section
of this manual),

SHARP E

SPRING
WASHERS

TIRES
e

Maintain proper air pressure in all tires,, (See "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual).

•

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect contro{ chemicals
which can harm rubber.

•

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other
hazards that may cause tire damage.

BOLTSHOWN
GRADE5

,MOUNTING
SCREW

Fig. 12
CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING
SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS

e
®

Q
O

•

ANY

Fully depress brake-clutch pedal and set
parking brake,
Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL
position.
Place attachment clutch lever In DISENGAGED position.
Turn Ignition key OFF and remove key.
Make sure the blades and all moving
parts have completely stopped.
DO NOT handle blades with bare hands.
Wear gloves or wrap blade with newspaper or other material while removing
or Installing blade.

Do not attempt to sharpen btades while they are on mower

•

Replace bent or damaged blades

BLADE

BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be kept sharp The blades
can be sharpened
with a fi{e or on a grinding
wheel, We suggest they be sharpened or replaced after every
25 hours or mewing Check blades more often if mowing in
sandy conditions

REMOVAL

(See Figs. 11 and 12)

•

Remove mowerdeck
in this section).

(seeTO REMOVE MOWER DEC!

Remove blade mounting hardware securing blade

•

Install new blade with bent tip edges up Blade will not CL
_fbent tip edges are not up toward top of mower deck

•

Secure blade to mower deck with mounting hardwar
removed earlier., Be sure all parts are re-assembled i
proper order as shown.

Tighten blade mounting bo{ts securely We recommen
using a 10inch wrench or torque wrench, ff a torque wrenc
is used, torque bolts to between 30 -35 {t lbs)

IMPORTANT: Blade mounting botts are Grade 5 heat treated a
shown {n Fig t2 inset

CUSTOMER
TO SHARPEN

RESPONSIBILITIES

BLADE (See Fig. 13)

CEN'rER

Care should be taken to keep blade balanced_ An unbalanced
blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to
mower and engine.
•

Blade can be sharpened w_tha _e or on a grinding wheel.
Do not attempt to sharpen while on mower,

•

Place center hole of blade over head of the nail or end of
a screwdriver clamped horizontally in a vice. If blade is
balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either
end of the blade moves downward, sharpen heavy end until
the blade is balanced,

TO INSTALL MULCHING
(See FIG. 14)

HOLE

BLADE

KIT
Fig°13

Your tractor has a mulching kit_ To install mulching kit proceed:
•

Position mulching plug on bottom of skid bar and inside
mower deck

Install two 5/t 6-I 8 x .75 inch carriage bolts, two 5/16 lock
washers and two 5/16-18 wing nuts Tighten securely

IMPORTANT: Head of carriage bolt must be to underneath side
of mulching plug
e

To convert from mulching to regular iawnmowing,
the above steps,

MULCHING

PLUG

SKID BAR

reverse

NOTE: If you are not going use your mulching plug store
mulching plug and hardware in a safe place for future use.

BATTERY

(See Fig. 15)

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for
normal use. However, periodic charging of battery with an
automotive charger will extend its life.
e

Keep battery and terminals clean

•

Keep battery bolts tight

•

Recharge at 6 amps for _thour,

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Fig,,! 4

V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration

and wear after 10o hours and

replace if required, The mower blade drive belt and tractor drive
belts can be adjusted to provide longer belt Iife (see TO ADJUST
BLADE DRIVE BELT or TO ADJUST TRACTOR DRIVE BELT
in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual)

Corrosion and dirt on battery and terminals can cause slow
battery power drain_
e

Remove terminal guard (if so equipped),

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery
cable and remove battery from tractor (see To Remove
Battery in Assembly section of this manual),,

•

Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking
soda to one gallon of water, Be careful not to get soda
solution into cells,
* "

•

Rinse battery with plain water and dry.

•

Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until
bright.

•

Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jeIIy.

•

Reinstall
battery (see TO INSTALL
ASSEMBLY section of this manua!)

BATTERY

TRANSAXLE

COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can
restrict cooling,,

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINE

AIR INTAK _; SCREEN

OIL FILL CAW
DIPSTICK

LUBRICATION
Read ENGINE instructions in this section and OPERATION
section of this manual before trying to start engine,
NOTE: Be sure oll has been added to engine crankcase
before trying to start engine.
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Only use high quality detergent oii rated with API service
classification SG. Select the oii's SAE viscositygrade according
to your expected operating temperature:

RECOMMENDED

VISCOSITY

GRADES
Fig. 15

SAE30

NOTE:
Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc)
improve starting in cold weather, these multiMscosity oils wiif
resuit in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F,
Check your engine oil levet more frequently to avoid possib{e
engine damage from running low on oil,
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs, 15 & 16)
Raise and lower hood
damage to tractor.

slowfy to avoid personal

injury or

•

Be sure tractor is parked on a leveI surface.

•

Oil will drain more freely when warm,

•

Clean area around oil fill drain and cap before removing
dipstick_

Catch oil in a suitable container.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt
to enter the engine when chang}ng oil.

•

Turn oil drain valve counterclockwise and pu{{ to drain oil
NOTE: The user has the option of connecting a vinyl hose
to port end of valve in order to drain used oil ino container
for disposal,

OIL DRAIN VALVE

Ftgo16

After oil has drained completely, close oil drain valve. To
close oil drain valve push and turn clockwise,

•

Refilf engine crankcase with o(I through oii fill tube Pour
slowly. Do not over fill For approximate capacity see
PRODUCT SPECIFICATtONS on page 4 of this manual,

•

UsegaugeonoitfillcapldipstickforcheckingleveL
Besure
oil fit[ cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep
oil at FULL line on dipstick,

COOLING

SYSTEM

OIL FILTER

(See Fig. 15)

Frequently remove grass clippings, dirt and doris form cooling
fins, air intake screen, levers and Iinkage
This will help
ensure adequate cooting and correct engine speed.

TO CHANGE
e

Fig.. 17

OIL FILTER (See Figs. 17)

Turn oil rifler counterclockwise,
remove

with an oil filter wrench, to

Apply a film of clean engine oi! on seal of new filter

Install new filter. Turn fitter until seal contacts mounting
surface
Then turn filter 3/4 turn more

€,

CUSTOMER
AIR CLEANER

RESPONSIBILITIES

(See FIG. 18)

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by
using a dirty air lifter. Clean foam filter after every 25 hours ot
operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100
hours or every season, whichever occurs first Service air
cleaner more olten under dusty conditions
,1
i

WiNG

NUTS
COVER

TO SERVICE FOAM FILTER •

Remove wing nuts and air cleaner cover.

Slide foam filter off paper cartridge,

•

Wash in water and detergent solution and squeeze (DO
NOT twist) until all dirt is removed

Squeeze foam filter dry in a clean cloth until completely
dry_

Saturate foam in engine oil Wrap in clean, absorbent
cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

•

Slide foam filter over cartridge.

•

Replace air cteaner cover and wing nuts

FOAM
FALTER
NUTS

PAPER
CARTRf£}G£' _.,.,,.,,._

BODY

't_t

TO SERV(CE PAPER CARTRIDGE

Fig. 18

•

Remove wing nuts and air cleaner cover

Slide foam filter off paper cartridge.

FUEL FILTER

REPLACE PAPER CARTRIDGE.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
CLEAN OR OiL FILTER.
REPLACEMENT FILTERS ARE
AVAILABLE AT THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER.
•

Remove nuts and paper filter,
filte_'_

Discard nuts and paper

Clean inside air cleaner cover and body

|nsta!l new paper cartridge and nuts.

•

S1ide cleaned foam fitter over paper cartridge.

•

Replace air cleaner cover and wing nuts

CLAMP
CLAMP

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if so
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and;or damage.

SPARK

Fig.. 19

PLUGS
CLEANING

Replace spark plugs at the beginning
of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes
first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS on page 4 of this manuat,

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

•

Clean engine, battery, seat, transaxle, finish, etc of alf
foreign matter..

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil
etc

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax

(See Fig. 19)

Fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter
becomes c_gged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. Make sure new filter is installed with the IN
marking toward the tank and the OUT marking toward the engine. Check fuel system components frequently and replace
any parts showing wear or cracks
•

With engine coo_, remove filter and ptug fuel line sections.

Place new fuel filter in position infuel line with arrow pointing
towards carburetor.

Be sure there are no fue! line Teaksand clamps are properly
positioned,

Immediatety wipe up any spitled gasoline

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
tractor unless eiectrica!
system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can
shorten engine Life

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS
•

Depress brake-clutch pedal and set parking brake,
Place shift control lever tn NEUTRAL position.
Place attachment clutch lever In DISENGAGED position.

•

Turn Ignition key OFF and remove key.

•

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

TRACTOR
TO REMOVE

FRONT
MOUNTING
BRACKET

MOWER DECK

Remove mower deck from right side of tractor_
e

Place cutting height adjustment pedal {n lowest cutting
position by moving memory rod to position 1 and pressing
pedal latch to release cutting height adjustment pedal.,

•

Turn front wheels all the way to the Ieft to allow mower deck
hitch to slide past right front wheel,,

Remove hairpin cotter from mower deck hitch and
remove deck hitch rod from top holes of the front mounting
bracket (see Fig° 20).

HAIRPIN

MOWER
HITCH

DECK

ROD

vIEw FROMFRONTOFTRACTOR

Lower deck hitch.

Remove hairpin cotter and Flatwasher from hanger pin of
right rear lift.arm and slide off right mower deck lift bracket
(see Fig,, 21 ),

Remove hairpin cotter and Ftatwasher from hanger pin of
]eft rear lift arm and slide off left mower deck lift bracket (see
Fig, 21).

Pull Rower engine pulley belt guides away from pulley (see
Fig, 22).

HAIRPIN

•

Move mower deck forward and remove mower deck drive

COTTER _._

FIG. 20

MOWER DECK
LIFT BRACKET
(RIGHT SIDE)

HANGER
PIN

REAR LIFT ARM
(RIGHT SIDE

FLA'TWASHER

belt from lower engine pulley, Reposition belt guides,
•

Disconnect mower deck engagement cable trom mower
clutch cable spring (see Fig, 23).

•

Place cutting height adjustment
position.

Pull mower deck out from under right side of tractor

pedal in highest cutting
VIEWFROMRIGHTSIDEOF TRACTOR
FIG. 21

TO INSTALL

MOWER

DECK

Place cutting height adjustment in highest position by
pressing cutting height adjustment pedal all the way down
until it latches It cutting height is not in highest position, the
deck brackets will hit the fift arms while sliding the deck
under the tractor,
e

Place mower deck on right
chute deflector away from tractor

side

tractor

•

Turn front wheels of tractor to maximum left turn

Lift deck hitch and slidedeck under tractor to a centered
position.

From left side of tractor, slide deck rearward Then connect
mower deck engagement cable to mower clutch cable
spring (see Fig,, 23). Be sure open side of spring end is
pointed down (see Fig 23 inset)

LOWER ENGINE
FULLEY BELT GUIDES

with
LOWER
ENGINE PULLE_

FIG., 22

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
•

Slide deck toward front of tractor. Pull lower engine pulley
beff guides away from engine and slip mower deck drive
belt onto lower engine pulley, Reposition belt guides to
l/16" from pulley.

•

Underneath the !ootrests of the tractor, remove hairpin
cotters and flatwashers from lelt and right hand hanger pins
and lay aside (see Fig_ 21),,

•

Remove hitch rod and hairpin cotter from front mounting
bracket and lay aside (see Fig. 20).

•

Align holes in the mower deck hitch wit h the lop set cf hotes
in the front mounting bracket and reinstall the hitch rod and
hairpin cotter.

Place cutting height adjustment pedal in lowest position by
moving memory rod to position 1 and pressir_g pedal latch
to release cutting height adjustment pedal NOTE: Be sure
left and right lift arms are to the inside of left and right deck
lift brackets (see Fig. 21)

•

Lift deck slightly and f/ex teft rear hanger pin inward to snap
hanger pin into left deck lift bracket slot. Secure hanger pin
in place with Flatwasher and hairpin cotter removed earlier.

Lift deck slightly and flex right rear hanger pin inward to
snap hanger pin into right deck lift bracket slot Secure
hanger pin in place with Ratwasher and hairpin cotter
removed eadier (see Fig 2t)

Check mower deck feveting and adjustment as required
See TO LEVEL MOWER DECK in this section of the
manual,

TO LEVEL MOWER

MOWER DECK
ENGAGEMENT

DECK
DRIVE
BELT

IDLER PULLEY

FIG. 23

DECK

The tractor main frame should be Ievel across front from left side
to right side, If main frame will not sit level, twc outside axle
mounting screws may be too tip hi. The outside mo unting screws
must be loose enough to alIow frontaxle to pivot, NOTE: Do Not
loosen center mounting screw.
Check and adjust height of mower deck (see TO ADJUST
MOWER DECK HEIGHT in this section)
Place mower deck cutting height adiustment in No, 2 tot all
adjustments.
SIDE-TO_StDE ADJUSTMENT

( See Fig. 24)

•

Measure height, from level surface, of left and right blade
tips at outside edge of mower deck,, II blades are equaI or
not more than t/8 inch difference, no side-to-side adjustment is necessary.

•

If adjustment is necessary, toosen right side eccentric
mounting screw and turn eccentric clockwise or ccunterclockwise as required to tevel mower deck, NOTE: When
groove on eccentric is pointing down, right side oI mower
deck is at its lowest position, When groove is pointing up,
right side ol mower deck is at its highest position.

•

Hold eccentric with a wrench whi_e tightening
mounting screws securely

eccentric

MOWER DECK
BELT GUARD

MOWER CLUTCH
CABLE SPRING

Adjust mower deck while tractor is parked on tevel ground
or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inIlated (see
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 4 of this manual) Iftires
are over cr under inf!ated, you will not properly adjust your
mower deck.

•

CABLE

OPEN SIDE
HOOK END

Fig. 24

HITCH

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
FRONT-TO-REAR
•

•

ADJUSTMENT

( See Fig. 25)

Measure height, from level surface, of right side blade tips
at front and rearof mower deck, Ifdistances are equalor not
more than 1/8 inch lower in front, no adjustment is necessary,

• ""'___
i
FRONTADJUSTMENT/_t_

If adjustment is necessary, loosen fronteccentric mounting
screws and turn front adjustment eccentric clockwise or
counterclockwise
as required. NOTE: When groove en
eccentric is pointed straight forward, front of mower deck is
at lowest point. Turn both eccentrics so grooves are
pointing same direction (up or down).

ECCENTRIC

Hold eccentric with a wrench while tightening
mounting screws securely.,

TO ADJUST MOWER
(See Fig. 26)

}

_,____._

MOWER DECK MOUNTING
BRACKET

If more adjustment is necessary, front of mower deck may be
raised or lowered by relocating eccentric mounting screws in
higher or tower position on mower deck mounting bracket,
•

ECCENTRtC[
MOUNTING
)
SCREW
t

j'[--.IT_lJ
_ t\,,]l
_

"_.,_====_
MOWER DECK LEVELING
ADJUSTMENT
HOLES

FIG. 25

eccentric

DECK HEIGHT

Before making any mower deck height adjustments check air
pressure in all four tires. AITtires must be properly inflated for
mower deck hetght to be properly adjusted,, For recommended
air pressure, see "Product Specifications" on page 4,,

The main frame on the lawn tractor shoutd be leveI across the
front from left side to right side,, If main frame witf not sit lever, the
two outside axle mounting screws may be too tight. The two
outside mounting screws must be loose enough to allow front
axle to pivot. NOTE: Do Not loosen center mounting screw.
•

Piece tractor en a level surface,

Place cutting height in lowest position (No. 1 see inset),

Measure height of mower deck from bottom edge of left
front corner to ground,. Height should be 1-3!4 inches, tf
adjustment is necessary, go to next step.

Locate adjustment nut near left mower deck lift arm (see
Fig. 26),

•

Loosen jam nut on adjustment rod

•

Turn adjustment nut to obtain 1-3/4 inches. NOTE: Turn
adjustment nut clockwise to raise mower deck or counterclockwise to Iower mower deck.

Re-check measurement
as outlined above, if more
adjustment
is necessary,
turn adjustment
nut until
height of mower deck is 1-3t4 inches.

CUTTINGHEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
PEDAL

(cUTTING
HEIGHT
POSITION

No. ])

/ '_/ ADJUSTMENT _ ROD

•

Tighten jam nut up against ad}ustment nut,

•

Check and adjust level of mower deck as outlined
paragraph TO LEVEL MOWER DECK.

'_"-+

AD_tUSTMENT

i,itrr

_--_

ROD

tt/;

"_'._...
_

JAM NUT

..
I _,,,..._

MOWER DECK
LIFT ARM

VIEW FROM LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR

FIG,, 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST BLADE DRIVE BELT

MOWER DECK

CABLE

(See Fig. 27)

COND, UIT

,. :+
=+

Place attachment
tion,

•

Loosen idter pulley hex nut.

•

Sfide idler pulley toward rear of mower deck to tighten
belt,. NOTE: Only a small amount of movement should
be required..

Re-tighten hex nut on idler pulley..

•

To check adjustment:
ao Start engine
position FAST.

clutch

lever in DISENGAGED

and place

throttle

control

MOWER
CLmCN

posi+

lever

/
IDL_-_BELT

b. Place attachment clutch lever in ENGAGED position
and allow sufficient time for blades to run to full speed,
then place attachment clutch lever in DISENGAGED
position+ Blades should stop within a few seconds and
remain stopped, tf blades do not stop or tend to creep,
adjustment is too tight,
•

MOWERDECK

BELT°+°

When mower blade drive belt slips and blades wil{ not turn
at full speed when mowing, the blade drive belt should be
tightened+
•

ENGAGEMENT
CABL=E
,_

_l!

tl/_

\
\REfAINER \

HEX NUT

DECK
=DR!VE

__AD

To loosen blade drive belt, loosen idler pulley and move
toward front of mower deck+

BLADE BRAKE

INSET A

ADJUSTMENT

BRAKE ARM

(See Fig. 27)
Blade brakes should stop mower blades when attachment
clutch lever is in DISENGAGED position, Blade brake pads
should not come in contact with quill assemblies when
attachment clutch lever is in ENGAGED position..
•

Place cutting height adjustment
(No,1)_
TO CHECK RIGHT HAND BRAKE clutch

in lowest cut position

Move attachment
GAGED position..

lever backward

to DISEN-

•

Begin to move attachment clutch lever forward toward
ENGAGED position and check distance lever moves
before brake pad, on right hand quill assembly, begins

INSET B

Fig+ 27

to move.,

•

Attachment clutch lever should move at least 3f4 inch,
but not more than t inch, before brake pad begins to
move,,

TO CHECK LEFT HAND BRAKE -

tf the distance is not between 3/4 and I inch, (see TO
ADJUST RIGHT HAND BRAKE below}

•

TO ADJUST RIGHT HAND BRAKE e

Note which one of five holes on front of idler arm
extension is used for attaching mower clutch cable
spring (see Fig. 27, inset B).

•

If distance
is more than 1 inch, move mower
clutch cable spring to a hole toward bolts holding idler
arm extension.

If distance is less than 3/4 inch, move mower clutch
cable spring to a hofe toward free end of idler arm extension.

•

Re-check right hand brake and adjust if required

Place attachment
tion,

clutch {ever in DISENGAGED

Locknut, on end of brake rod, should be approximately
118inch from brake pad mounting bracket with leit hand
brake pad against pultey of teft hand quiJi assembly (See
Fig. 27, inset A)+

TO ADJUST LEFT HAND BRAKE •

posi-

Adjust Iocknut if necessary

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE
(See Fig. 28)

MOWER

BLADE DRIVE BELT

•

Remove mower deck (see TO REMOVE MOWER DECK
in this section.

Remove mower deck belt guard

•

Note position of belt retainer on idler pulley so it can be can
be repositioned properly after belt installation Loosen idler
pulley

•

Remove old belt and replace with a new original equipment
betto

•

Reinstall belt guard.

Reposition belt retainer and re-tighten idler pulley

•

Reinstall mower deck assembly

Adjust belt (see TO AEXJUST TRACTOR
below)

MOWER DECK
ENGAGEMENT

MOWER DECK
BELT GUARD

CABLE

MOWER CLUTCH
CABLE SPRING
IDLER PULLEY
BELT RETAINER

tDLER PULLEY

MOWER DECK
DRIVE BELT

DRIVE BELT
Fig. 28

TO ADJUST TRACTOR
(See Figs. 29 and 30)

DRIVE BELT

The drive belt is kept tight by a spring attached to the brakeclutch pedal assembly
When the drive belt is properly
adjusted, the brake-clutch pedal should appear as shown in fully
released position
•

The brake-clutch pedal should appear as shown in Fig. 29
when in the lully released position If not, then the following
adjustment is necessary.

Depress the brake-clutch pedal enough to latch the parking
brake in the 3rd notch

Loosen c_utching idler pulley mounting screw

If brake-clutch pedal was too far forward, slide idler pulley
in toward engine pulley. If pedal was too far rearward, slide
idler puIley away from engine pufiey

Re-tighten
idler pulley mounting screw NOTE: Belt
retainer should point toward position where running board
meets main frame.

Release brake-clutch pedal and re-check pedal for proper
position and readjust if necessary_

Check tractor brake adjustment
TRACTOR BRAKE in this section)

PEDAL

BBAKE_LUTCH_

Fig. 29

BELT RETAINER
CLUTCHING
IDLER
PULLEY
MOUNTING
SCREW

PEDAL

(see TO ADJUST

DRIVE
" BELT

3rd
NOTCH

Fig. 30

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE TRACTOR
(See Figs. 31 and 32)

DRIVE BELT

Orientation

Your tractor uses v-belts made of special compounds,, If any belt
becomes worn or breaks, replace with original equipment belt
(see REPAIR PARTS section of this manual),, NEVER USE A
SUBSTITUTE.
•

Remove mowed'deck (see TO REMOVE MOWER
in this section),

•

Fu)iy depress brake-cJutch pedal and set parking brake

•

Loosen c_utching idler pulley mounting screw

•

Pull belt retainer away from puttey and remove belt from
clutching idler pulley,,

Remove belt from engine pulley.

•

Remove belt from transaxle puHeyo

Before repositioning and tightening clutching idler pulley
and belt retainer, adjust tractor drive beit (see TO ADJUST
TRACTOR DRIVE BELT in this section)
Check tractor brake a(tjustment
TRACTOR BRAKE in this section)

TO ADJUST

on end

LOWER ENGINE PULLEY
BELT GUIDES

LOWER
ENGINE
PULLEY

ENGINE
PULLEY

BELT
RETAINER

_E
PULLEY
BELT GUIDE

CLUTCHING
IDLER

PULLEY

ELT

Reptace bert by reversing above instructions Be sure belt
is installed to inside of upper engine pulley belt guide,

•

Do Nol stand

DECK

•

:<,_

view only

TRANSAXLE
PULLEY

)

(see TO ADJUST

SEAT

(See Fig. 33)
The seat can be adjusted forward
operators position

Fig, 31
or rearward to desired

•

Raise rear of seat to horizontal position

Loosen (do not remove) four hex head screws in seat ptate,

Putl up on seat to move it toward rear of tractor, or push
down on seat to move to toward front of tractor

•

Tighten hex head screws in seat plate

CLUTCHING IDLER PULLEY
MOUNTING SCREW

)
IDLER

If more adjustment is required:
e

Remove seat and seat plate,

•

Instal] seat and seat plate in either forward or backward
hotes Of seat support bracket. •

PULLEY

Fig, 32
SEAT.

SEAT PLATE

SEAT PLATE
BRACKET MOUNTING
HOLES

Fig.. 33

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST TRACTOR
(See Figs. 34A & 34B)

BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable disc brake mounted
on the transaxfe.

TO CHECK BRAKE OPERATION•

Stop tractor on a hard flat surface and turn off engine.

•

Place shitt control lever in NEUTRAL position.

Depress brake-clutch pedal enough to latch parking brake
in 2nd notch,

•

Try to push tractor, if you are unable to push tractor, brake
is too tight and should be loosened (see TO ADJUST
TIGHT BRAKE below),

Depress brake-crutch pedal enough to latch parking brake
in 4th notch,,

ADJUSTING NUT

•

Fig. 34A
PARKING BRAKE
LATCH

Try to push tractor_ If you are able to push tractor, brake is
too loose and should be tightened (see TO ADJUST
LOOSE BRAKE below),.

TO ADJUST LOOSE BRAKE NOTCHES

Place shift control laver in NEUTRAL position and depress
brake-ctutc_ pedal enough to latch parking brake in 4th
notch.

Turn brake adjusting nut ctockwise until you cannot p_sh
tractor,,

•

Re-check tractor brake adjustment as outtined above,

BRAKEICLUTCH
PEDAL

VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OFTRACTOR
Fig, 34B

TO ADJUST TIGHT BRAKE e

Place shift control lever in NEUTRAL position and depress
brake-clutch pedal enough to tatch parking brake in 2nd
notch,

Turn brake adjusting nut counter-clockwise
push tractor.

•

Re-check tractor brake adjustment as outlined above.

until you can

During tractor operation, check for stopping distance. If tractor
requires more than six (6) feet for stopping distance at high
speed in highest gear, the brake must be adjusted (see TO
ADJUST TRACTOR BRAKE as described above)

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST

STEERING

GEAR

ALIGN

(SeeFig.35)

ARROWS

if excessive play develops
sector gears as foffows:

in steering,

adjust pinion

and

•

Position front wheels straight forward.

•

Arrows should align in pinion and sector gear.

•

Slightly loosen mounting
bearing.

•

Move lower steering beating toward back of tractor, as
needed.

STEERING

_,,,,,,_/SHAFT

SECTOR
GEAR

screws in lower steering shaft

Hotd bearing in place, tighten mounting screws securety_
Use a 10-inch wrench or a torque wrench, If torque wrench
is used, torque mounting screws to between 30 and 35 foot
pounds.

LOWER STEERING
SHAFT BEARING

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Figs. 36A and 36B)

Fig,, 35
FRONT T_RE AND RIM ASSEMBLY

•

Block up axle securely

On front wheels, remove hub cap, retaining ring and
washer(s) to remove wheel

On rear wheels, remove hub cap and bolts to remove
wheel.

•

Repair tire and re-assemble.

•

Onrearwheets,
to 50 ft Ibs_

On front wheels, replace washer(s), and retaining ring

•

Replace hubcaps.

alignholesandreinstatiboits

FELT WASHER

FLATWASHER

Torquebo_ts

FRONT AXLE
SPINDLE

FLATWASHER

RETAINER
RING

HUB CAP

Fig. 36A
REAR T_RE AND RIM ASSEMBLY

REAR

REAR WHEELHUB

BOLTS
HUB CAP

Fig.. 36B

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST TRANSMISSION
LEVER (See Fig. 37)

CONTROL

A Hydrostatic Transmission is basically a hydraulic variable
displacement pump with a hydraulic motor which drives the
rear wheels_

Note position
of spring
control lever and spring.

Relocate washers as needed to center transmission cont
lever in neutral gate

Replace spring, transmission contro{ lever and hair pin

•

Recheck adjustment for true neutral position°

In gear drive transmissions neutral is definite and has no gears
engaged, There are no gears in a hydraulic pump, Forward or
reverse motion is achieved by changing the flow of oil in the
pump and neutral is a narrow band between forward and reverse.

A more _ps_tive _eut[a{ is to push down the brake-clutch pedal
which disengages
the belt drive to the hydrostatic
transmission.
If the operator leaves the tractor seat and the
brake-clutch pedal is not pushed all the way down and the
parking brake latched the engine will kiU,,

•

Loosen two hex head screws and nuts located under ri!
rear fender_

•

Move t_ansmission controllever to center o{ neutralgate
transmission control lever quadrant

•

Tighten hex head screws and nuts

•

Recheck adjustment for true neutra} position

TO CHECK TENSION OF TRANSMISSION CONTROL LEVE

to the

•

TO CHECK FOR TRUE NEUTRAL POSITION:
•

Place transmission control lever in neutral gate. if tractor
continues to move, adjustment is required. Move transmission control lever to find the true neutral position, Leave
transmission control lever in true neutral position and turn
engine off.

Note the amount of adjustment
required to move the
transmission control lever from the true neutral position to the
neutral gate. Note the location of the five adjustment washers
on the transmission
control lever.
Determine the proper
relocation of these washers to center the laver in the neutral
gate.
Remove hair pin on end of transmission

Start tractor and place transmission control lever in
forward speed position., if the lever creeps (moves) ou
position when climbing hills or under a load. adjustmen
required.

TO ADJUST TENSION ON TRANSMISSION CONTROL LEVI
•

Turn tractor off

Located under right rear frame is a hex nut This nut is u..
to adjust tension on transmission control lever

Place wrench on hex nut and another wrench on bolt the
is on.

•

While holding bo_t, tighten hex nut to add tension to tra
mission control lever

•

Recheck adjustment

TO ADJUST FOR TRUE NEUTRAL POSITiOkl:

•

transmissi

If sufficient adjustment can not be made by re{ocating wash_
proceed with instructions below:

Neutral can be found by placing the shift ]ever in the neutral
gate,

It may be necessary
to make an adjustment
transmission control lever for true neutral position,

Remove

control lever.

TRANSMISSION

CONTROL

LEVER

HEX NUT,

VIEW UNDER RIGHT REAR FENDER

Fig_ 37

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK
BATTERY (See Fig. 38)

POSITIVE (,)
TERMINAL

NEGATIVE (-)
TERMINAL"

RUBBERBOOT

When you charge the battery, do not smoke.
fumesthe
Keep
from
battery
the battery
sway from
acid
any
can
sparks.
causeThe
an
explosion°
Ifyour batteryisloo weak to startthe engine,itshouldbe
recharged, If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starling
follow this procedure,
IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A t2
VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. OTHER VEHICLE
MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE
GROUNDED
SYSTEM. DO NOT LISE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO
START OTHER VEHICLES.
Fig. 38

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES o

Push battery boot sway from POSITIVE (+) terminal

Connect RED (+) cabFe to POSITIVE (+) terminal en
battery, taking care not to short against chassis.,

Connect BLACK (-) cable to NEGATIVE
battery:

(-) terminal on

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER ®

BLACK (-) cable from battery,

•

RED (+) cable from battery.

TO REPLACE

FUSE (See Fig. 39)

•

Raise hood.

Locate fuse herder under dash,

Remove fuse and rap{ace with a 15 amp automotivetype plug in fuse (see REPAIR PARTS section for more
information).

TO REPLACE
(See Fig. 40)

HEADLIGHT

DASH
WIRE HARNE_
FUEL TANK

FUSE HOLDER

BUI.B

FIG. 39

•

Raise hood_ NO'rE: Do not remove plastic headlight lens
when replacing headlight bulb

•

Turn headlight harness (holding bulb) 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove.

•

Puli butb out (do not unscrew). Push in new bulb..

•

Replace headlight harness and turn 1/4 turn clockwise to
lock in ptaca.

•

Close hood.

INTERLOCKS

HOOD
HEADUGHT
LENS

AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly,
stop running, or prevent it from starting
•

Checkwiring See eleci.rical wiring diagram in the RERAIR
PARTS section of this manual

BuLB

Ftg. 40
'3"3

HEADLIGHT
HARNESS

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REMOVE

HOOD (See Figs. 41 and 42)

•

Raise hood,,

Disconnect headlight wire harness connector.,

•

Remove screw used to attach hood lanyard to side of
engine, Hold hood securety to prevent hood from falling

Remove clevis pins and hairpins used to attach hood to
mounting brackets+

•

To reinstall, reverse above procedure

HEADUGHT

WIRE HARNESS

CONNECTOR

HOOD MOUNTING
BRACKET

ENGINE
VIEW FROM RIGHT SiDE OF TRACTOR

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
(See FIG. 43)
The throttle control has been preset at factory and adjustment
should not be necessary, If adjustment is necessary, proceed
as follows:
With engine not running, move throttle control lever to
FAST position or detent postion+

HOOD

Loosen clamp screw so throttle cable can be moved in
cable clamp+ (Do not remo'_e cable cJamp from controJ
bracket or disconnect remote control cable from control
lever)
Q

Move control lever to FAST position and hold in this position.

Tighten clamp screw securety so cabte clamp will hotd
remote control cable in place when remote equipment is
used,,

HAIRPIN
HOOD MOUNTING
BRACKET
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF TRACTOR

Fig+ 42
CONTROL LEVER - IN *'FAST"
POSMON
(HOLE IN LEVE
, IN LINE WETH NOTCH IN

CONTROL BRACKET

The engine controls should now be adjusted corretfy,,

TO ADJUST

THROTTLE
CABLE

CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment
should not be necessary. However if you think your carburetor
needs adjusting,
see your nearest
SEARS SERVICE
CENTER.

CLAMP

SCREW

FIG,, 43

HOOD LANYARD

Fig° 41

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUSE -

PROBLEM
Wilt not start

CORRECTION
1., Fill fuel tank

1o Out of fuel
2.
3
4,
5
6.
7,
8.

Engine not'CHOKED"
Engine flooded,
Bad spark plug
Dirty air filter.,
Dirty fuel filter.,
Waterinfuel

properly

Loos_ or damaged wiring.

Engine will not
turin over

Engine clicks but
will not start

Loss of power

t,
2,
3.
4:
5
6
7.
8

Dirty air filter.,
Bad spark plug
We_;k or dead battery
Dirty fuel filter
Stale or dirty fuel
Loose or damaged wiring
Carburetor out of adjustment
Engine valves out of adjustment

1
2
3
4

Brake-clutch pedal not depressed
Mower clutch lever is engaged
Weak or dead battery
Blown fuse_

5
6

Corroded battery terminals
Loose erdamagedwidng

7
8,
9,

Faulty ignition switch
Faulty solenoid
Faulty operator presence

1
2.
3
4

2,
3.

See TO START ENGINE in Operatio n section
Wait several minutes before attempting tO start

4
5.
6
7

Replace spark plug
Ctean/rep_ace air filter
Replace fuel filter
Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

8
9,
10.

9 Carburetor out of adjustment
10,. Engine valves out of adjustment.

Hard to start

POINTS

1
2,
3
4
5
6
9,
"tO

reiil] tank wilh fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter
Check all wiring
Contact Sears Service Department
Contact Sears Service Department
Clean/replace

air filter

Replace spark plug
Recharge or replace battery
Replace fuel filter
Drain fuel tank and refill tank with fresh gasoline
Check all wiring
Contact Sears Service Department
Contact Sears Service Department.

Depress brake-clutch

2
3.
4
5
6
7,

Disengage mower clutch lever
Recharge or replace battery
Replace fuse
Clean balter,/terminals
Check all wiring
Chec_trepiace ignifio_ switch

8
9

ChecWreplace solenoid or starter
Cor_tact Sears Service Department

Weak or dead battery
Corroded battery terminals
Loose or damage d wiring
Faulty solenoid or starter

1
2
3

Recharge or replace battery
Clean battery terminals "
Check all wiring

Check/replace

1,
2
3

Cutting too much grassftoo fast
Throttle in "CHOKE" position
Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower

4,
5
6.

Dirty air filter
Low oil levelldirty oil
Faulty spark plug

t
2,
3
4
5
6

Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce
speed
Adjust Ihrottle control,
Clean underside of mower housing
Clean/replace air filter
Cheek oil leveltehange oil
Clean and re-gap or change spark plug

7
8,
9

Replace fuel filter
Drain fuel tank and refill lank with fresh gasoline
Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill lank with _'resh
gasoline and laplace lue[ filter
Connect and tighten spark plug
Clean engine air screenlfins
Glean/replace muffler
Check all wiring
Contact Sears Service Department
Contact Sears Service Department

swilch(es)

7: Dirty fuel filter
8, Stale or dirty fuel
9. Water in fuel

tO
11
12
13
14.
15

10. Spark plug wire loose
i11 Dirty engine air screen/fins
12.. Dirty clogged muffler
ii3
14
15,
1

Loose or damaged wiring
Carburetor out ef adjuslment,
Engine valves out of adjustment

solenoid or starter

Replace blade. Tighten blade _oolt

Excessive
vibration

2., Clutching idler assembly worn or damaged
3 Looseldamaged parts

2
3

Replace clutching idler assembly
Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts

URI! wlll not

,_heared or missing engine, transmission

RePlace key

transaxle pulley(s) key.
Transaxle not operable
Free wheel control lever ineorreclly

Contact Sears Service Department

S!op unil and place tree wheel control lever EnDRIVE
position

propel Itself when
clutch is engaged

Worn, bent or loose blade

pedal

positioned

TROUBLESHOOTING

CORRECTION

CAUSE

PROBLEM
Unit will not shift

POINTS

1, Shiftingprocedure incorrect

or shifts hard

Check shifting procedure Unit MUST come to a
complete stop before changing directions
Check adjustment of tractor drive belt and/or brake
Adjust if necessary
Contact Sears Service Department

2 Tractor drivebeltan&Jotbrake outof adjustment

3. Transaxle notoperatingproperly

Unit shifts to easy
or returns to
neutral

1
2

Tighten tension of transmission control lever See T{
ADJUST TRANSMISSION CONTROL LEVER

Replace or lighten friction disc

Engine continues
to run when

Faulty operator-safety

1
2

Worn, bent or loose blade
Mower deck not level,

I
2

Replace blade Tighten blade bolt
Replace blade mandrel

Build-up of grass, teaves and trash under mower

Clean underside of mower housing

Tension of transmissioncor_trollever isto loose
Frictiondiscis worn

Check wiring, switches and connections
If not
corrected, contact Sears Serv{ce Department

presence control system

operator leaves
seat with mower
clutch

engaged

Poor cut*uneven

Mower blades
will not rotate

Poor or no
grass discharge

Obstruction

Remove obsbuction

2,
3
4

Mower dr_ve belt out of adjustment
Worn/damaged mower drive belt
Frozen idlerputtey

2
3
4.

Adjust mower drive belt,
Replace mower drive bert
Replace idler pulley

1
2
3
4
5

Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower
Wet grass
Engine speed too slow
Travel speed too fast
Mowing to much grass

1
2
3

Clean underside of mower housing
Allowgrass to dry before mowing
Place throttle control in "FAST" position

4
5

Mower deck not level,

Shift to slower speed
Set cutting heighl to higher setting
normal setting
Level mower deck

Low/uneven tire air pressure
Worn. bent or loose blade
Mower drive belt worn or out el edjusb'nent
Blades improperly installed,
improper blades used,

B
9
10
11
Mower leaves
unmowed strip
between blades

Headlight(s) not
working (If so
equipped)

Battery will not
charge

Steering
difficulty

8
9
rl!0

Then re-cut at

Check tires for proper air pressure
Replace/sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt
Replace/adiusl mower drive belt.,
Reinstall blades sharp edge down
Replace with blades listed in this manual

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Mowing wet/high moisture content grass
Mowing too much grass
Mowing too fast
Blades are worn or require sharpening
Blade drive belt out of adjustment
Worn or damaged quill assembly(s)
Damaged mower deck housing

1
2,
3
4;
5
6
7

Allow grass to dry before mowing
Set cutting height to higher setting
Place transmission control lever in lower setting

Switch is "OFF"

Turn switch "ON"

Bulb(s) burned out
Faulty light switch
Loose or damaged wiring
Blown fuse.

2
3
4
5,

Replace bulb(s)
Check/replace light switch
Check wiring and connections
Replace fuse,

Check/dean

2
3

Replace battery
Replace regulator

1 Steering sector gear and pinion loose
2 Worn bali joints

Check steering sector gear Adjust if necessary

Check ball joints Replace if necessary

Steering sector gear and pinion tigh!

Steering pivot points dry

1
2

Check steering sector gear Adjust if necessary
See Lubrication Chart

2
3
4
5.

1 Poor cable cennections
2,, Bad battery cells.
3

Steering erratic

in clutch mechanism

Faulty regulator (if so equipped),

Sharpen or replace blades if necessary
Check tension of blade drive belt Adjust il necessar
Replace quill assembly(s)
Repair of replace mower de=ok housing

all connections

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM

Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the
season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more°

IMPORTANT:
Never store the engine with fuel indoors or in a
poorty ventilated enclosure, where fuel fumes
may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as
on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.

THE CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL
HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE
ALSO , EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT
ALCOHOL-BLENDED
FUELS (CALLED
GASOHOL'OR
USING ETHANOL
OR
METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE
WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND
FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STOR_
AGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE
FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN
STORAGE

Handle the gasoline carefully. It is higNy flammable and careless use could result in serious
fire damage to your person and/or property
Drain the fuel into an approved container

out-

doors away !torn an open flame.

TRACTOR
Remove mower deck from tractor for winter storage, When
mower deck is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc Give blades and
underside of mower deck housing a good coat of grease or
rust preventative. Store in a clean, dry area,
•

Clean entire tractor (See CLEANING in CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
section of this manual)

Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt
replacement
instructions
in the SERVICE
AND
ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).

•

Lubricate
(see CUSTOMER
section of this manuaI).

Be sure al! nuts, botts and screws are securely fastened
Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear
Replace if necessary.

•

Drain fuel tank.

Start engine and let it run until
carburetor are empty

•

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur

Use fresh fuel next season

the rue/ lines and

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BtL) is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing formation of fuel gum deposits during
storage
Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuei tank or storage
container. Always follow mix ratio found in stabiilzer container
Run engine as least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow
stabilizer to reach the carburetor
Do not drain gas tank and
carburetor if using stabilizer

RESPONSIBILITIES

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surface;
}fghtly before painting.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS

ENGINE

sand

OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and repface with clean engine oil
(See ENGINE IN CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
section
of this manual).

CYLINDERS

BATTERY

Remove spark plugs

•

Fully charge battery for storage.

After a period of time in storage, battery may require
recharging.

Pour one ounce of oil through
cylinders,

•

Turn ignition key to START position for a few seconds to
distribute oil

•

Replace with new spark plugs

•

To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during
long periods of storage, battery cables should be
disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see TO
CLEAN BA]-FERY AND TERMINALS in CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual)

spark plug holes into

OTHER

After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery
terminals,

•

Do not store gasoline from one season to another

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust
Rust andtor dirt in your gasoline will cause problems

•

If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.

.e
_:_F

Cover tractor with a suitable protective cover that does
"nb{'re_ain moisture. Do not use plastic Plastic cannot
breathe which alIows condensation
to form and wilt
cause your tractor to rust

IMPORTANT:

NEVER
COVER
TRACTOR
WHILE
ENGINE AND EXHAUST
AREAS ARE
STILL WARM

CUT HERE TO USE SLOPE GUIDE

-SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL
TREE, A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE, A POWER LINE
POLE, OR A FENCE POST.

up or down slopes,
across the face of slopes.

f-.._

10 DEGREES

15 DEGREES

To determine
if a slope Is safe to mow: (1) disengage the blade(s), (2) put the unit in reverse, and (3) try to back straight up the slope. If you can
back up the slope, it is generally safe to mow. However, if you do not feel safe, or if you are not completely sure, use this guide and do not mow
a slope that Is greater than 15 degrees.
than 10 degrees.
A !5 degree
A 10 degree
_k

slope is a hill that increases
slope Is a hill that Increases

Use extreme
......

If the rldlng mower is used with a pull-behind

_ ....

in height at approximately
in height at approximately

care at all times, and avoid sudden
,,-, -. ,,i,-_=,_
....

do not operate the unit on a slope that Is greater

2.5 feet in 10 feet.
1.7 feet in 10 feet.

turns or maneuvers.

,,,=r, .,t ,r,r rl,,'_uJnel_n=_,=

attachment,

Follow other instructions tn this manual for safety tn mowing on
of slopes. Use extra care when oloeratlng on or near slopes

n==v_r _P.rt_.,€ the face

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL 536.252570

CHASSIS & HOOD ASSEMBLY

HOOO
RVOT

REF,
STEERING P(_,
FRONT AXLE ASSY

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS•
Use of Service!replacement
parts other than original equipment parts may void your warranty.

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE
q_

336367A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL 536.252570

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
19
2O
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
33-1
33-2
33-3
33-4
33-5
33-6
39
40
41
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50

335715-833
314799
310006
309235
323068-853
313541-853
56030
55273
800440
1498
308207
309008
180138
2483
1499
3151_J0-833
46763
35497
995346
324111-833
995346
44811
50352
336368
321810
318139
996307
1502
318304
336499
336371
336372
336373
316043
316881
I501
314967
314968
323044
8260
310748
49050
301452
324491
324492
44811
336446

FRAME, MAIN
I
FOOT PAD,LH* P-LIFT" ...............................
1
FOOT PAD, RH 22 12LG ...............................
1
FASTENER, RATCHET BLACK "_ ........................
12
BRACKET, GRILLE SEARS ..........................
2
BRACKET, FRONT AXLE ..........................................
1
SCREW, 5/16-I8X.75 WDFLLK ....................
5
NUT, 5/t6-18 WDFLLKLRG WHIZ .................
5
BELT GUIDE, RIDER ....................................
1
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK ................................
1
BOLT, 625X218
HHSH 1t213 ...................................
1
NUT, 1t2q3 HEXJAM CTRLK ................................
1
SCREW, 3/8-I6)(300
HHC ..................
2
WASHER, 391DX 1 25DX 07 BELLVIL .....................
2
NUT, 3/8-16 REGHXCTRLK
......................
2
CONSOLE .........................................................
1
RLVET, POP .1B7DIAX .450LG ST .......................
3
SCREW, 5116q 8X .50 WAHHTAP .....................
2
SCREW, 1/4-20X 50 WAHHTAP ...............
9
DASH STEEL ...............................................
1
SCREW, 1/4-20){ 50 WAHHTAP ..................
2
SCREW, l/4-20X .75 WAHHTAP .............
4
NUT, I14-20 WDFLLK TOPLOCK
..............
4
DASH ........................................................
1
BUMPER, HOOD/DASH .......................
2
SCREW, 1/4-20X 63PHPNHD ...........................
2
FLATWASHER
391Xl 00X209
......
4
NUT, 1t4-20 REGHEXCTRLK ........................
2
SCREW, 1/4 14X 75PHPNNDTAP BLK ...............
2
HOOD ASSEMBLY ............................................
1
HOOD .................................................
1
SKIRT, LOWER ...........................
!
GRILLE, HORIZONTAL .......................................
1
SCREW, IOX1,00 UNSL-HWH-HILO
...........
8
SCREW. 10X75 UNSL-HWH-HILO
..........
6
FLATWASHER, .203X 56X 040 .............
14
LENS, LH SEARS ............................
I
LENS, RH SEARS ..............................................
1
PiN CLEVIS 500 X 49L51LGTH
......................
2
PIN, HAIR 09t DIAXI66LG
............................
2
LANYARDHOOD
15 77LG ..................
1
SCREW, 1/4-10X 35PNPNTAP
........................
1
FOIL, HEAT REFLECTOR .............................
2
BUMPER HOOD/DASH SIDE TOP .......................
2
BUMPER,HOOD/DASH
SIDE BOTTOM .......
4
SCREW, 1/4-2ox .75 WAHHTAP ...........
t
OWNER'S MANUAL ............
1
....................................................

QTY

CRAFTSMAN
-CHASSIS

43" LAWN TRACTOR

& HOOD

MODEL 536.252570

ASSEMBLY

REF
MOTION DRIVE
PAGE

KEY#23

i!+"

REF,
KEY#1

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS
Use of servicer'replacement parts other than original equipment parts may void your warranty.
4O

336367A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL 536.252570

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

QTY

64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
78
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88

58367-853
310660-833
20507
1498
48901
1498
57153
1341
44811
56907
308654-833
995346
126358
55273
32706 t-633
48148
160079
120393
1496
336369
180077
12O638
120393

PLATE, SEAT ......................................................
BRACKET, SEAT SUPPORT ....................................
BOLT, .437X 156 HHSH 5116- t8 ............................
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK ..................................
SCREW, 5/16-18X .63WAHHC ....................................
NUT, 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK ..............................
SPRING, SEAT 2.63LG,t 4god ........................
CLAMP, SPRG 1 17"1D .........................................
SCREW, 1t4-20X .75 WAHHTAP .....................
COVER,SEAT SPRING 1 51DX10LG ...........................
FENDER SOF, P-L1FT,GS ...................................
SCREW, 1/4-20X °50 WAHHTAP .......................
BOLT, 5116-18X1.00 CARRLN ...........................
NUT, 5/16-18 WDFLLKLRG WHIZ .....................
HITCH, SEARS .........................................................
SCREW. 3,'8-16Xl .00 WAHHSPTAPPL
...................
SCREW, 5116-18X1 00 HHC
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X065
.........................
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
...............................
SEAT V540 CRAFTSMAN WJBLK TRIM .................
SCREW, 5f16-18X .75 HHC ..............................
WASHER. HVSPTLK .328X 60X.09 ......................
WASHER. FLAT 344X 69X065

1
2
2
2
4
4
2
2
2
2
1
4
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
1
4
4
4

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...................

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MOWER SUSPENSION

MODEL

536,252570

ASSEMBLY

SEE

DETAIL "A"

ELECTRICAL
SOLENOID

PG,

REF_
KEY#18

CHASSIS & HOOD PG
MAIN FRAME

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS,
Use of service/replacement
parts other than original equipment parts may void your warranty
4_

322997H

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

KEY #
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
84
55
56
57
53
59
80
61
62
63

MODEL 536.252570

PART #

DESCRIPTION

QTY

320075-853
180079
120398
1498
317089
50148
8260
318341
35498
324032
48306
316646
324045
1502
300698-853
18O020
1502
324055
120613
35498
57444
322835-883
300169-853
180079
58247
t498
417098
8260
322821
120394
36368
996416
120377
322467
58248-853
57072
1498
314962-853
328596
328771
57072
44108
315342
314829
1499
314489
314792
121222
321385
120394
36388
315341
44811
324038
1502
314969
314837
321837
18OO77
t498
1288
309235

BRACKET, CLUTCH ENGAGE LEVER ...................
SCREW, 5116-18Xl.00 HHC .................................
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X.065 ...............................
NUT, 5!16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
...................................
ASSY, CLUTCH LEVER ...................................................
BEARING, FL .5031DX .63ODX .50 ...............................
PIN, HAIR 091 DIAX1.66LG ............................................
BRACKET, SWITCH ENGAGE ..................................
SCREW, 5116-18X .75 WAHHT._P .................................
SPRING,CABLE KEEPER 390 ID ...............................
PULLEY, POWDER METAL .................................
SPRING .071 X .62 X 12 88 ................................
BOLT, .375X .565 HHSH .................................
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK
.............................
BRACKET FRAME CABLE ......................................
SCREW, 114-20X 75 HHC ...................................
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK .................................
ASSY,CABLE, BLADE ENGAGE
NUT, 1t4-28 HJAM ............................................
SCREW, 5/16-18X .75 WAHHTAP ...........................
T_E, CABLE BLACK NYLON 5 62L ...............
LIFT ASSY, LH
..........................................
LIFT ASSY, RH ..................................
SCREW, 5/t6-18Xt
00 HHC ............................
NUT. ADJUST .................................................
NUT. 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK
.................
WASHER, FLAT .531X1.06X063
........................
PiN, HAiR 091 OlAX166LG .......................
ROD, ADJUSTING =J" P-UFT ....................
WASHER, FLAT .406X .8tX065 ................................
PEN, HAIR .072 DIAX1.I3LG
WASHER, FLAT .391X1 0OX.125 .................
NUT, 3/6-16 REGHX ...........................................
NUT, 3!8-16 HXHDNYLON iNSERT ..................
BRACKET, REAR HANG SUSP ...............................
BOLT, 5116-18X .83 CARRLN ...............................
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
..................................
PEDAL ASSY, DECK HEIGHT .....................................
PAD, UFT PEDAL
BRACKET, LIFT ARM .................................................
BOLT, 5116-18X .63 CARRLN
NUT, 5,_16-18 HWDFLCTRLK ................................
LATCH. PEDAL LIFT ..........................................
BOLT, .56X.13
HHSH 3/8-16 ..............................
NUT, 3/8-16 REGHXCTRLK
................................
SPRING, LiFT LATCH
.......................
ROD, PIVOT ..................................................
PIN, COTTER .090 DiAX. 75LG ....................................
ROD, MEMORY .........................................
WASHER, FLAT 406X.81X065
.......................
PiN, HAiR .072 DIAX1 13LG ..................
BRACKET, MEMORY ......................................
SCREW, 1/4-20X .75 WAHHTAP .........................
GUIDE, MEMORY ROD - NEW ADJ'T ..................
NUT, 114-20 REGHEXCTRLK ...............................
CAP, MEMORY ROD .381D X 75 .....................
SPRING, MEMORY ...........................................
KNOB, ROUND 1.50 D1A MATTE BLK ...................
SCREW, 5/16-18X 75 HHC ............................
NUT, 5/16_18 REGHEXCTRLK .........................
BRACKET, CABLE RETAINER ..........................
FASTENER. RATCHET
..................

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2
2
I
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1
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1
1
I
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2
2
1
1
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1
1
1
1
1
1
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2
l
1
1
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4
4

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..........................

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1
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1
4
1
2
4
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
t
1

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

REF,
//CHASSIS

& HOOD PG

ASH)

REF.
CHASSIS & HOOD PG
(MAIN FRAME,

REF'KEY_.

.......

REF,.
CHASStS & HOOD PG.
SUPPORT)

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS.
Use of service/replacement
parts other lhan original
equipment parts may void your warranty,

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITESIDE
44

336365F

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

KEY#
1
1-1
1-2
1-3
1-4
1_5
1_6
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
19
20
20-1
20-2
20-4
20_5
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
36-1
36-2
36-3
36-4
42
43
44
45
46
47

PART#

DESCRIPTION

QTY

AXLE.FRONTASSY
LONGSUS4WS
" .............
FRONT AXLE SUSPENDED
.............................
SPINDLE BEARING
...........................
ASSY,SP_NDLE,RH LG ................................
ASSY,SP[NDLE,LH
LG .....................................
RING, RETEX 57X 05TRU5133-75
...............
AXLE COVER ..........................................................
TIE ROD ASSY 19 81LG W-SECTION .............
SCREW, 3t8-16X1.75 HHC ..................................
WASHER, REGSPTLK.393X68X
10 ...............
NUT, 3/8-16 REGHXCTRLK ......................
ASSEMBLY SECTOR GEAR .........................
8RNG, SLEV
IDX ODX ........................
SUPPORT,SECTOR
GEAR 4WS .............
SCREW, 112-20X3.00 HHC .................
NUT, 1t2-20 REGHXCTRLK ......................
BRNG, SFAL .S001DX, ODX 75 .........
NUT, 5/16-24 HEXWDFLLK .......................
ASSEMBLY.DRAG
LINK 4WS HYDRO .....
DRAG LINK .625 DIA FOR 4WS
..........
NUT, 3/8-24 REGHEXJAM .................
NUT. 7/16-20 HXJAM ....................
BALL JOINT 7/16-20 ..................
NUT, 3/8-16 REGHXCTRLK ..................
WASHER, FLAT ,531X1.06X.095
...............
WASHER, REGSPTLK 459X 78X 12 ........
NUT, 7116-20 REGHX .............................
SHAFT,STEERiNG
4WS SEARS ......
PINION,STEERING
.....................
P_N DOWEL .........................................
WASHER, FLAT 51XI,38X.043
............
WASHER, FLAT .504X .75X,O59 ............
RING, RET E 39X,04TRU5133-50
...............
TIRE&RtM,PU15X6 0X6 DOVER GREY
....
VALVE STEM
WHEEL W/HD BEARING W/ZERK
FLANGE BEARING 7531DX1 38ODX
TiRE 15X6 0-6
WASHER, FLAT 765X1 12X06 ..............
SEAL. FELT 1.56 O.D.Xlt8 THK ...........
WASHER, FLAT 755Xl.31X_075 ................
RING, RETEX 57X 05TRU5133-75 .............
HUB CAP,EURO 6" DOVER GREY 633 ......
CLIP,HUBCAP T1NN #C25467-O17-4

310170
52407
318539
318544
36625
53373
304590
180128
120382
1499
326889
3_3629
313671-853
315196
274654
302498
71100
328583
321449
124925
272123
302865
1499
120396
120383
271506
318702
302314
302524
315194
2968
20864
336363
24167
336364
314416
316702
73840
318550
642
38825
336366
306669

* ORDER INDIVIDUAL

MODEL 536.252570

PARTS

1
1
4
1
1
2
2
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
f
1
2
1
1
t
1
1
1
1
1
t
1
1
1
1
1
l
2

6
2
2
2
2
8

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

REAR STEERING ASSEMBLY

NO"rE:BOLT

TIGHTENING

SEQUENCE

FOR 4WS CASTING.
1 o"lIGHTEN KEY #16,17
& 18 (4 PER SIDE}.
2o'TIGH'I"EN KEY #'2(2 PER SIDE).
3. TIGFrFEht HARDWARE
WHICH MOUNTS
TIA TO FRAME & _RACKET
LAST (2 PER SI_E)°

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS,
Use of servicetreplacement parts other than original equipment parts may void your warranty

{KEY #1)

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE
46

334507C

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

QTY

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
3-1
3-2
3-3
3,4
3-5
3-6
3-7
3-8
3-9
3-19
3-11
3-12
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
3!
32
33
34
34-1
34_2
34-3
34-4
34-5
49
40-t
49-2
40-3
40-4
40-5
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53

313645_853
35498
324359
314267
315267
12325
315268
320531
315264-853
36311
12289
324578
21682
324578
456722
180979
120393
1498
336148
308719
12319
304115
25177
45602
421051
302594
304116
304122
274854
324638
996307
412349
30872O
323634
308447
308399
308384
124925
304260
323635
308446
308399
308384
124925
304260
181646
412349
304120-853
304121*853
47792
181639
120382
412349

BRKT X-AXLE MTG 4WS HYDRO ...............................
SCREW, 5/16-18X 75 WAHHTAP .............................
U_JOINT, 4-WS HEAVY DUTY .................................
BRACKET,STEERING
PIVOT DRILLED ................
8RACKBT,STR PIVOT 6204 BEARING .................
BRNG, BALL 6293-2AA-3/4
BRNG, BALL 6294-2AA -718 ..................................
U-JOINT ASSEMBLY W/ZERK (LONG) ..................
HUB ASSEMBLY HEAVY ..........................................
PIN, GROOVED .250 DIAX1.5OLG ..............................
PIN, STEERING HINGE .......................................
BRNG, FLSH .7521DX .937ODX.75 .................
WASHER, FLAT .765X125X042PL
..........
BRNG, FLSH.
tDX. ODX ................................
PIN, SPRING.250DIAX1.50LG
HVPL ..............
SCREW, 5t16-18X1.00 HHC ................................
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X 065 ....................
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
.....................
BAR,DRAGLINK 4WS(D-EHYD)
......................
PIVOT, STEERING .............................................
BOLT..562X .340 HHSH 3/8-24 ......................
SPACER, STEERING SHAFT ...........................
WASHER, FLAT 765X1.19X,048
.....................
WASHER, FLAT .3&3X 87)(. 119 ................................
SCREW, 5116-24X1.00 HHC ...................................
FOLLOWER,ROLLER
.........................
CAM YOKE ROLLER ........................................
BOLT, ..625 X1.175HHSH ...................................
NUT, 1t2-20 REGHXCTRLK .....................
BOLT, .265X 980 HHSH 9t8-24 .................
WASHER, FLAT .391X1 00X.209 ................
NUT, 3/8-24 HXCTRLK ................................
SHAFT, STEERING PIVOT (ZN) .....................
TIE ROD, ASSYRH EURO 4WS&LFSTD ................
ROD, TIE 1t2"D X 8.12LG .............................................
NUT, 318-24 1.H THD REGHJAM ...........................
BALL JOINT LH 318-24 ........................................
NUT, 3/8-24 REGHEXJAM .......................................
BALL JOINT, RH 3/8-24 ............................................
TIE ROD, ASSY LH ................................................
ROD, TIE 1t2"D X 9.75LG ........................
NUT. 3/8-24 LH THD REGHJAM ..................
BALL JOINT LH 3/8-24 ...........................................
NUT, 3/8-24 REGHEXJAM .........................
BALL JOINT, RH 3/8-24 ................................
SCREW, 318-24X1_75 HHC ...........................................
NUT, 3/8-24 HXCTRLK ...............................
ARM REAR WHL STR (FER) R H ..........................
ARM, F_EAR WHEEL STEER L.H .......................
SCREW, 318-I6X1 00 WAHHTAP ...........
SCREW, 3t8-24XI 25 HHC .............................
WASHER, REGSPTLK 393X 68X.19 ......................
NUT, 3/8-24 HXCTRLK
.................................
.......................................

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14
8
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I
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1
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1
1
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
2
2
2

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

MOTION DRIVE ASSEMBLY

' ;i _:.f2

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS
Use of servicelreplacement
parts other than origina! equipment parts may void your warranty.
48

3363598

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

QTY

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
t6
17
18
19
20
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
6!
62
83
64
65
66

334330
35498
334051
57157
56255
333926
180124
120394
1499
334016-853
44811
180130
845
314944
335689
120394
1499
323212
56255
334122-853
334126
334123-853
180134
120394
t499
334124
326780
335708
120393
180113
1498
333959-853
35498
120638
180077
138538
1498
336646
310347-853
180077
120393
1498
310347-853
180077
996416
1498
310356
18002O
t502
318452
318451
8280
2968
120238
306690
311257-853
314244
311331
1341
311331
335242-853
1502
180020
335980

TRANSAXLE DANA 4900HYDRO4WS
.................
BELT GUIDE
SCREW, 5116-18X .75 WAHHTAP ......................
LEVER,TRAN SHIFT LF HTTR ..., ........................
WASHER,. 750X 250 SP-TRANSAXLE
..................
SCREW, 1/4-28X 75 NYLHHC
LINK, SHIFT LF DANA HYDRO ............................
SCREW, 3/8-16Xl.25 HHC .....................................
WASHER, FLAT .406X .8 I,X 065 ...........................
NUT, 3/8-16 REGHXCTRLKo .....................................
QUADRANT, SPEED CONTROL .......................
SCREW, 114-20X .75 WAHHTAP .........................
SCREW, 318-16X2.00 HHG .........................................
WASHER, FLAT ,390Xl .25X.119 .......................
WASHER, FRICTION FABOND NF343 ...................
SPRING-COMP 875LONGX 0915WIRE
..............
WASHER, FLAT .406X ,8tX 065 ................
NUT, 3t8-16 REGHXCTRLK ...............
BRKT, LEVER StF FND HTTR ..............
SCREW, t/4-28X ,75 NYLHHC
..............
LEVER, DUMP VALVE .............................
BOLT. 437X.156HHSHTAP
5/16-18 .......
BRACKET, DUMP VALVE ........
SCREW, 3t8-t6X2.50 HHC ..............
WASHER, FLAT .406X ,81X 065
.............
NUT, 3/8-16 REGHXCTRLK
..........
ROD, DUMP VALVE .......................................
SPRING,3/8ODX2.18
X.055 TENSeON ........
BELT, V 4L 8050 DANA HYDRO .............
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X 065 ..........
SCREW, 5/16-18X3.00 HHC ..............
NUT, 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK
.........
BRACKET,STABILIZER
...........................
SCREW, 5.116-t8X 75 WAHHTAP .........
WASHER, HVSPTLK .328X 60X 09
.....
SCREW, 5/16-18X ,75 HHC ...................................
WASHER, REGINTLK,320X.61X
03 .........
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
..................
LEVER,SHIFT-LWR
ASSY ..................
CUP- SHIFT LEVER .625 ROD .............
SCREW, 5/16-18X 75 HHC ....................
WASHER, FLAT ,344X .69X 065 ...............
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK .................
CUP- SHIFT LEVER 625 ROD ............
SCREW, 5/16-18X .75 HHC ................
WASHER. FLAT ,391X!.0OX.125
.........
NUT, 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK ..........
BRACKET. PIVOT SHIFT LEVER
SCREW, 114-20X 75 HHC ....................
NUT, 1t4-20 REGHEXCTRLK ...........
LEVER, SHIFT UPPER SOF 1/2-13 ........
SPRING, TORS. 56X95X 095 ...........
PIN, HAIR .O91 DIAXl.66LG ........
WASHER, FLAT .504X 75X 059 ...........
NUT, l/2q3 HEXJAM .................
HANDLE 1/2-13 MOLDED ..............
BRACKET COVER - FNDR SHIFT ......
COVER PLASTIC HYDRO ...................
SCREW. t14-15X 441.53 HILOHHWA
CLAMP, SPRG 1 17qD .........................
SCREW, 1t4-15X.44153 HfLOHHWA
....
SHELF - BATTERY .....................
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK
...........
SCREW, 114-20X .75 HHC ...........................
CAP, DUMP VALVE ROD 251DX 75RED

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BREAKDOWN

IN MANUAL

,4Q

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536,252570

MOTION DRIVE ASSEMBLY

REF,,
KEYi

<_,,

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS
Use of servicelreplacement
parts other than original equipme,pl parts may v0!_ you,r,,warrantv,
5O

336359B

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

QTY

80
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83
84
86
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87
88
89
91
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t02
t03

321514
304016
I498
325942
319675
57847
2968
56180
48160
335656
45602
1498
39659
35374
45892
1499
57204
32613i
1498
334175
334382
325123
336360
319686
24167
336361
181683
306669
336362

SPRING, DRAG LINK BIAS ..................................
GUIDE, BELT R.H ......................................
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK ................
PEDAL ASSY,BRAKFJCLUTCH
................
PIN, CLEVIS .500DX4 53LG ...........
SPRING, BRAKE PEDAL ...............................
WASHER, FLAT 504X ,75X059
.....
PIN, HAIR .091 DtAX!.62LG .................
PAD, CLUTCH BRAKE W/PRINTING
........
ARM,IDLER TRACTION ........................
WASHER, FLAT .333X .87X 119 ...........
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
.........
RETAINER, BELT ........................
PULLEY, IDLER V4L 3.06X .62 ......
BOLT, 3/8-16XI.50 CARRSN .......
NUT, 3/8q6 REGH×CTRLK ......

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103-2
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106

ROD,

CLUTCH

392",

......................

BOLT,..495X.31
HHSH5/16-I8
...........
NUT, 5/16:16 REGHEXCTRLK ...................
SPRING, BRAKE 25.B8 LF DANAHYD
SPRING .O71 X 62 X 9100 ...............
SPRING,CLUTCH
I&OI X75OX6.88 ................
TIRE & RIM, PU 20X10X6 DOVER GREY 633
TIRE 20X10-8 DURO
VALVE STEM
RIM, WHEEL
SCREW, 1/2-20X °50 HHO .....................
CUP,HUBCAP TINN #C25467-017-4 ....
HUB CAP,8" EURO DOVER GREY 633

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CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

ENGINE & CONTROL ASSEMBLY

_'__TE:

TORQUE CLAMP 10-12 INn LBS
NO FLASH ALLOWED ON FUEL TANK
( NIPPLE FROM BOTTOM OF TANK TO
FIRST BARB )

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS.
Use of service/replacement
parts other than original equipment parts may void your warranty

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

336186A

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL 536.252570

QTY

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

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3
4
5

50947
138489
331074
331073
336967
190628
46708
328685
331837-853
274707
306274
35287
335089
120383
433146
314992
49O50
48252
336890
336890
46704
329148
320553
308459
300508
159585
120622
325547
327422
57444
327376
124818
1498
301087_53
271190
124824

ENGINE,16,5HP .................................................................... 1
SCREW, 3/8-16X1 25 WAHHTAPBLKP ............................ 4
WASHER,
EXLK ,3_X.69X04
.........................................I
MUFFLER ADAPTOR .......................................................... 1
MUFFLER-ASSEMBLY
...................................................... 1
SPARK ARRESTER
SCREW, 5/16-18X4.50 HHC ........................................... 2
GASKET, MUFFLER
1
TINNERMAN CLiP C8114-1024-4 ......................
4
HEAT SHIELD WELD ASSEMBLY ..............................
1
SCREW, I0-24X .50 WAHHMA ..........................
4
OEFLECTOR,EXHAUST, LOUVERED ..................
1
SCREW, #8-32X .38 HHWATAP .................................
4
PULLEY,ENG 4.60DX4,0LGX5.SD
.............................
1
WASHER, REGSPTLK 459X.78X.12
..................
1
SCREW, 7t16-20X4.25 HHC BLK PH .............................. 1
TANK, FUEL 2 GAL
CLEAR ........................................1
SCREW, 1/4-10X ,75PHPNTAP ...............................
6
TUBING. ,25XSOX BULK GAS LINE ...........................
7
CLAMP, FUEL LINE ................................................
1
CLAMP, FUEL LINE ..........................................
1
CAP, GAS 1-112-7 THD BLK ..............................
1
THROTTLE, CONTROL
SCREW, 10-24X:63PHPNMA
CRSS ....................
2
NUT, #10-24 HXHDNYLK ................................
2
KNOf3,THROTTLE CONTROL ........................
1
SCREW. #8-32X 38 PHPNMA ..........................
l
NUT, #8-32 REGHX ...........................................
t
OiL DRAIN VALVE ASSEMBLY .......................
1
CAP,O_L DRAIN VALVE ASM.YELLOW
................
I
TIE, CABLE BLACK NYLON 5.62L ...................
2
GUIDE,BELT SHORT 15" WHEEL ...........................
1
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHXJAM
1
NUT, 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK
......................
2
SHIELD, HEAT GAS TANK ............................
t
NUT, 3/8-16 HEXKEPS
...............................
1
NUT, 5/16-18 HEXJAM .......................
1

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"SEE ENGINE PARTS PAGE IN THiS MANUAL

CRAFTSMAN
PRE-PAINTED

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;7.:i

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

DECK ASSEMBLY

¸¸"

NOTE: ALWAYS ,_SEORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS.
Use of service/re )tacement parts other than original
equipmenl parts may void your warranty

ALLUNNUMBERED
ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITESIDE
54

327957 D

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR
KEY#
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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19
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22
23
23-1
23-2
23-3
23-4
23-5
23-6
23-7
23-6
23-9
23-10
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35
36
37
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39
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44
45
46
47
48
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50
51
52
53
54
54-1
54-2
54-3
58
59
60
61
62
63
84
65
66
67
68
68-t
68-2
68.3
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74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
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PART#
325116
326480..853
180077
1498
18O077
1498
317017
180077
120393
1498
313929
18O077
120393
1498
310667
180077
120393
t498
326693-853
180077
44108
56424-853
56425
49562
50616
55547
49562
50818
51449
313898
56365
1282
35498
300345
1498
317040
180077
1498
58305_853
58247
180079
1498
317041
180077
1499
322464-853
314282-853
180077
1498
330278
2483
47665
320576-653
322116-653
41601
306973
304420
996416
996307
45171
326249-853
180077
180083
446363
271184
1498
321828
135624
304119-853
306973
160077
120393
1498
314079
1502
354t0
327570-853
126216
1498
327280-853
180081
1498
308231

MODEL 536.252570
DESCRIPTION

QTY

43" DECK KIT ............................................................
1
TOE GUARD - MULCHER .........................................
I
SCREW, 5116-18X ..75 HHC .................................
1
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK ................................
1
SCREW. 5/16-t8X .75 HHC .....................................
!
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK .............................
1
BRACKET CHUTE MOUNT BLACK ...........................
1
SCREW, 5t16-18X .75 HHC ..........................................
2
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X 065 ...................................... 2
NUT, 5/t6-18 REGHEXCTRLK ......................................... 2
LIFT BRACKET, REAR RH BLK 853 ............................
1
SCREW, 5/16-18X .75 HHC ............................................. 2
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X 065 ................:........................ 2
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK ........................................ 2
BRACKET, DECK LIFTREAR LHBLK ................................. 1
SCREW, 5It6-18X .75 HHC ............................................ 2
WASHER, FLAT ,344X .69X.065 .................................. 2
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK ......................................
2
BRACE IDLER SUPPORT 40",43"................................
1
SCREW, 5t16-18X 25 HHC ..........................................
2
NUT, 5/16-18 HWDFLCTRLK ..............................
2
QUILL ASSY, 36139140143
2
SHAFTISADDLE 36". ..............................................
I
BEARING, BALL 6203-2AA(SEALS)-C3
............
I
DUST SHIELD ........................................
1
QUILL CAST|NG 11046) ........................................
1
BEARING, BALL 6203-2AA(SEALS)-C3
............
1
SPACER, SLEV 669X 88X3 797 ...................
1
SPACER, SLEV 672X 93X 438PM ............
1
PULLEY ASSY ..........................................
1
WASHER, SPECIAL QUILL .................
1
NUT, 7;16-20 WDFLLK ......................................
1
SCREW, 5t16-t8X .75 WAHHTAP ............
7
SCREW, 5t16-t8Xl,38
WAHHTAP ...............
1
NUT, 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK
....................
1
BRACKET FRT
BLACK ..................
1
SCREW, 5t16-18X 75 HHC .....................................
4
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
.....................
4
BRACKET.UNK DECK FRONT
....................
1
NUT, ADJUST .............. .............................
2
SCREW, 5t16-18X1.00 HHC ..............................
2
NUT, 5f16-18 REGHEXCTRLK ...................
2
BRACKET, GAUGE WHEEL LH BLACK ..........
1
SCREW, 5116-18X 75 HHG .........................
3
NUT, 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK
3
BRACKET,GAGEWHEEL
RH FRNT .............
1
BRACKET,STABILIZER
....................
1
SCREW, 5116-18X 75 HHC ..............................
2
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
....................
3
BLADE,21 70 MULCHING BLK ..........................
2
WASHER,.39tDX1 25DX.07 BELLVIL .........
6
SCREW. 318-24X1.25NYLHHC
.....................
IDLER ARM ASSEMBLY ............................
I
ARM IDLER 40143"DECK .................................
1
RIVET, OVSET. 187DIAX .5OLG ST ...............
2
BRAKE PAD - HARD - 232AF ......................
1
BOLT, .500X2.15 HHSH ........................................
t
WASHER. FLAT 391X1.0OX.125 .........................
1
WASHER, FLAT .391XI .00X.209 .....................
1
NUT, 3t8-16 HWDFL WHIZ-LOCK ......................
1
BRACKET. EXTENSION IDLER ...........................
1
SCREW, 5t16-18X .75 HHC .............................
1
SCREW, 5/16-18X1.50 HHC ...............................
1
WASHER, FLAT ,375X .88X.082 .......................
1
NUT, 5/16-16 HEXKEPS .......................................
1
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK ..............................
2
BLADE BRAKE ASSY ..............................................
1
RIVET, TRSET 185DiAX 41LG ST ......................
2
BRAKE ARM ................................................................
1
BRAKE PAD - HARD - 232AF ..................................
1
SCREW, 5116-18X ,75 HHC ..........................
1
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X 065 ............................
I
NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEXCTRLK
.........................
1
ROD, BRAKE ..............................................................
I
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK ...............................
1
SPR{NG 071 X 62 X 4,37 .......................................
1
KICKER, MULCHER 40"143"DECK ..............
1
BOLT, 5116-18× ,75 CARRLN ..............................
1
NUT, 5116-t8 REGHEXCTRLK
.............
I
BRACKET MOWER CHUTE ....................
I
SCREW, 5116-18Xl.25 HHC ...............................
1
NUT, 5116-16 REGHEXCTRLK
................
1
SCREW. I/4-20X1 25 HHWATAP .....................
I
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CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

FINAL DECK ASSEMBLY

REF.
IDLER ARM
ASSY_.

_i_i _]

_
.........

i:iili.....
,.......
e

_OTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS,
Use of service/replacement parts other than original equipment parts may void your warranty,

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS AREINTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE
56

327958 D

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEl.

536.252570

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

QTY

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329036
58306
8260
1346
314107
310326
126416
45171
314108
333073
126216
309436
120393
14g8
302611
23763
1499
304422
314975
304424
3535
326369*853
126216
138485
327457

DECK,43*MULCHING
MOWER DOM ..........................
ROD, DECK HITCH ..........................................................
PIN, HAIR ,091 DIAX1 66LG .............................................
RETAINER. BELT._ ................ f. .........................................
SPRING,TENSION 5,00LG+17LB/IN
PULLEY, IDLER BFF 4.00 WIDE FL ...............................
BOLT, 318-16Xl.75 CARRLN ...................................
NUT, 318-16 HWDFL WHIZ-LOCK ZN ..........................
BELT, V 5L 8&0o KEVLAR
GUARD, BELT LH PLASTIC .......................................
BOLT. 5116-18X 75 CARRLN ............................
PUSHNUT. 5/16 BOLT RETAINER ........................
WASHER, FLAT .344X .69X 065 .....................
NUT, 5116-18 REGHEXCTRLK
GAUGE WHEEL, 6.00ODX1.38WD
................
BOLT, ,500XI,390 HHSH 318-16 ..............................
NUT, 3t8-16 REGHXCTRLK .....................................
CHUTE DEFLECTOR 40",42"&43". .......................
SPRiNG, TORSION CHUTE DEFLECTOR ............
ROD,PIVOT DECK .312DX7.25
...........................
NUT, PUSH ON CAP .312 OD ..................................
MULCHER PLUG 43"DECK ................................
BOLT, 5/16qBX 75 CARRLN ...........................
WASHER,
EXLK.320X61X03
................
NUT, W_NG 5t16 - 18 ....................................

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CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL 536.252570

ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY

REF_
CHASSIS
REAR PGo
•

++• • :, +_

_E+

REF°
Hole in
Console

•

REF°
Engine
Nut

ALL UNNUMBERED
ITEMS ARE INTERCHANGEABLE
WITH OPPOSITE SIDE

NOTE: ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS
Use of service/repfacement parts other than original equipment parts may void your warranty

336358A

43" LAWN TRACTOR

KEY#

PART#

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2
3
4
5
6
7
6
9
10
11
t2
t3
14
15
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86
87
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320068
41482
303064
52572
57444
41482
327355
327352
300194
327350
315902
320082
57444
57476
57220
53716
187745
!502
271172
138485
120368
57444
55511
271184
300334
57547
160505
92691
57505
180022
120392
180020
271172
91895
335417
57769
1502

MODEL 536.252570

DESCRIPTION

QTY

HARNESS 12-t2.5BS,WRAP .......................
PRESS CUP,1 380LG 2551D .......................
ASSY,LIGHT WIRE-114 TURN ...................
BULB, HEADLAMP ...................................
TIE, CABLE BLACK NYLON 5 62L .......................
PRESS CUP,1.380LG .255ID ..................................
SWITCH-IGN.(AFTER
FIRE) 3 POSN ....................
NUT, 5tS-8ACME DELTA FOR BOOT
BOOT, IGNITION SWITCH ....................................
KEY,IGNITION SWITCH MLD.DELTA ...................
AMMETER ASSY=>309373,121685
.......................
SWITCH,DOUBLE
POLE NO/NO GRAY ..................
TIE, CABLE BLACK NYLOR 5.62L ..........................
SWITCH,SCR MNT DP NC NO BLK ........................
SCREW, #12 X 50 PHPNHTAP BLK .........................
SOLENOID ......................................................................
SCREW, 114-20X 25 HXSEMMA ..............................
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK ..................................
NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXKEPS ..................................
WASHER,
EXLK 320X 61X 03 ............................
NUT, 5tt6-24 REGHEX ..................................................
TIE, CABLE BLACK NYLON 5 62L ...............
WIRE, GROUND, 12,5".
....................
NUT, 5116-18 HEXKEPS .........................
LIGHT SWITCH ON/OFF PANEL MNT ..........
SWITCH. SEAT .........................................
• SCREW, 114-20X .38PHPNHMA .......................
BATTERY,8 PLATE MAINT. FREE ...................
RUBBER STRAP
SCREW, 114-20Xl.00 HHC ............................
WASHER, FLAT 281X .63X 065 ...............................
SCREW, 1/4-20X .75 HHC .........................
NUT, 1/4_20 REGHEXKEPS
TRAY * BATTERY
BOOT, BATTERY MURRAY #54148 ...........
BULB, INDICATOR ....................................
NUT, 1t4-20 REGHEXCTRLK
..................
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CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN

TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

)ECALS

STEERING
WHEEL

MOWER
DECK

336705B

CRAFTSMAN

43" LAWN TRACTOR

MODEL 536.252570

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

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20
22
23
24

322896
402758
402759
322898
402756
322909
402764
4O2762
402763
4O2765
402757
402739
402738
402761
322897
402157
4O276O
402788
324043
402740
335197
336865

DECAL,
DECAL.
DECAL,
DECAL.
DECAL,
DECAL.
DECAL,
DECAL.
DECAL.
DECAL,
DECAL,
DECAL,
DECAL,
DECAL.
DECAL.
DECAL,
DECAL.
DECAL,
DECAL,
DECAL,
DECAL,
DECAL,

QTY

V-BELT SCHEMATIC, MOWER .................
1
CRAFTSMAN IIHOOD RH .....................
1
CRAFTSMAN II HOOD LH ...........................
1
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY ..................
1
GRILLE SEARS HYDRO .........................
i
REFLECTOR, GRILLE ............................
2
DASH CRAFTSMAN HYDRO ..................
1
CONSOLE HYDRO 43" RH ................
1
CONSOLE HYDRO 43" LH .......................
I
CONSOLE TOP CAUTION SRS ........................ 1
CRAFTSMAN WHITE FENDER ..................
1
SHIFTER HYDRO REVtNEU .................
1
SHIFTER HYDRO FORWARD ....................
ALL WHEEL STEERING WIll ........................... 1
V-BELT SCHEMATIC, DRIVE ........................... 1
3 'N' 1 MOWER DECK ......................................
1
STEERING WHEEL SEARS ..........................
1
BATTERY REQD, SR#D ....................................... 1
BATTERY REQD, SR#C ............................
1
HYDROfAUTOMATIC
.....................................
I
AUTOMATIC DRIVE DISCON ....................
1
BATTERY REQD, DANGER .................
I

cRAFTsMAN

43" LAWN

CUSTOMER ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR

MODEL 536.252570

i!:!_:)71'!

KEY#

PART#

DESCRIPTION

1
2
2-1
2-2

330848

WHEEL,STEERING !4"LONG HUB ..........
PARTS BAG,ASM.SEATI14"EURO
...........
PLN, SPRING.250D1AX2 00LG HVPL
......
SPACER STEERtNG SHAFT
.......

....... 456378
301413

QTY

1
1
l
1
336370/

ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570

3!0

,307

I_30
151

294

ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570

-'% :'3; "._=;'2.,; ",

251

347

263

25O

570B

2t2A
245A

37O

292

580
292

A../"_292

291

296\_J

292
2:93A--4

293A
293

"292

ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570
iREF.
[NO.
t 1

PART NO.

19
20
28
30
31
35
36
37
38
40
40
40
41
41

365t 1A
27652
36302
36303
650902
28277
36307
36346
299 ! 6
650548
36414
36301
30322
36512
36515
29826
29918
29216
29642
36309
38310
36311
36312
36313

36314

42
42
42
43
45
45

36315
36316
36317
35772
36318
36319

36320

Ilia
i11B
14
15

ii6

46
48
50
51
51A
52
52A
52B
520
520
60
60A
80B
60C
65
66
69
70

650908
36321
36533
36513
36514
36332
36331
"36333
36334
650888
36361
650781
650867
650737
30063
650737
*36565
36595

72
72A
72B
75
80
81
82
83
84
86
89
90

31927
28483
28534
36301
35712
35479
36327
35322
29193
650970
650592
611182

REF.

PARTNAME

NO.

PART NO.

650666
650594
36344
101 i 610118
650872
102
I03
650814
110
36384
119 "36337
120
36488
125
35308
125
35433
126
35309
126
35432
127
650691
128
650690
130
650946
135
34645
150 I 33507
t51
33508
153
36339
154I 650972
155 1 35950
156 I 36341
157
650973
158 I 36340
159 I *35952
35953A
16O
30063
161
*363O4
169
363O5
172
363O6
173
30063
174
176 I 650928
650925
182
184
*36352
185
36489
186
36354
186t
36353
2OO
36360
2o3
36482
2o4
650777
2o9
650902
210
27793
211
28942
212t
36288
223
650975
224
"36490
228
650977
229
650825
239
"36358
240
36355
245
36356
245t
36357
25O
36359
251
650886
252
650976
260 ! 36347
650737
262
263
36367
26s I 36616
269 ] *36365
35829A
270A
792028
277
286 I 36343
290 I 30705
291A I 29774

Cylinder (Incl, 2,11B,20,72B & 314)
Dowel Pin
Check Valve
Breather Plate
Screw, 10-32 x 7/16"
Washer
Governor Rod
Governor Lever (IncL 212A)

93
100

Governor Lever Clamp
i Screw, 8-32 x 5/16
Extension Spring
_Oil Seal
Lock Nut, 8-32
Crankshaft
Counterbalance Gear
Screw, 10-32 x 3/4"
Lock Washer
Lock Nut, t0-32
Retaining Ring
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std,)
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (o010" OS)
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.020" OS)
Piston & Pin Ass'y (Std) (tnct 43)
Piston & Pin Ass'y.
(.010" OS) (lncl 43)
Piston & Pin Ass'y.
(.020" OS) (lncl. 43)
Ring Set (Std)
Ring Set (.010" OS)
Ring Set (.020" OS)
Piston Pin Retaining Ring
Connecting Rod Ass'y (lncl 46)
Connecting Rod Ass'y
(.010" US) (Incl 46)
Connecting Rod Ass'y
(,020" US) (Incl 46)
Connecting Rod Bolt
Valve Lifter
Camsha{t (MCR)
Counterbalance Weight
Counterbalance Weight
Oil Pump Ass'y
Oil Pump Shaft
"O" Ring
Oil Pump Cover (Incl, 52B)
Screw, 1/4-20 x 43/64"
Air Baffle
Screw, 5/16-18 x 11/16"
Screw, 10-24 x 1/2"
Screw, 1/4-20 x 112"
Screw, Torx T-30, 114-20 x 1t2"
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"
Mounting Flange Gasket
Mounting Flange
(tncL 72,72B,75,80,381 -387)
Oil Drain Plug
Oi{ Drain Plug
Pipe Plug
Oit Seal
Governor Shaft
Washer
Governor Gear Ass'y.
Governor Spoo{
Retaining Ring
Screw, 114-20 x 1-15t32"
FtywheeI Key
Flywheel

PART NAME
Lock Washer
Flywheel Nut
Solid State Ignition (Incl, 101)
Spark Plug Cover
Solid State Mounting Stud
Screw, Torx T-15, t0-24 x 1"
Ground Wire
Cylinder Head Gasket
Cylinder Head
Exhaust Valve (Std.)
Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS)
Intake Valve (Std.)
intake Valve (1/32" OS)
Washer
Belleville Washer
Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-45/64"
Resistor Spark Plug (RN4C)
Valve Spring
Valve Spring Keeper
Push Rod Guide
Rocker Arm Stud
Rocker Arm
Rocker Arm Bearing
Set Screw, 5/!6-24 x 1/4"
Push Rod
Rocker Arm Cover Gasket
Rocker Arm Housing
Screw, Torx T-30, 1/4-20 x 1/2"
Valve Cover Gasket
Valve Cover
Breather Tube
Screw, Torx "!"-30, 1/4-20 x 1/2"
Lock Nut, 1/4_20
Carburetor Mounting Stud
Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket
Intake Pipe
Governor Link
Choke Link
Control Bracket (lncL 203,204,212A)
Compression Spring
Screw, 6-32 x 21/32"
Screw, 10-32 x 7/16"
Conduit Clip
Screw, 10-32 x 3/8"
Bushing
Screw, Torx "1"-30,5/16-18 x 1-9/32"
Intake Pipe Gasket
Air Cleaner Stud
Nut & Lock Washer, t/4-20
Air Cleaner Gasket
Air Cleaner Body (tnct 228 & 239)
Air Cleaner Filter (Incl 229)
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Cover
Wing Nut, 1/4-20
Screw, 1/4-20 x 19/32"
Blower Housing
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"
Trim Ring
Cylinder Head Cover
Exhaust Manifold Gasket
Exhaust Port Liner
Screw, 5/16-18 x 7/8"
Cup & Screen
Fuel Line
Fuel Line

ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570
REF_
NO.
292
293
2g3A
294
296
3O3
305
306
307
309
31o
814
315
321
322
323
325
326

PART

NO.

26460
35787
65O931
35791
342798
32958
36349
*36348
35499
650974
36366
650814
611181
611161
611142
611118
36342
36210

REF,
NO.

PART NAME

PART

346 I
347
361 t
37O I
370BJ
38O _
381 '
382 I
365 I
386
387 t
394A1
395

Fuel Lin_ Clamp
Pulse Pup
Screw, 8-32 x 1-1/2"
Fuel Pun tp Repair Kit
Fuel Filt_ (IncL 292)
Fuel Fitti g
Oil Fill TI
"0" Ring
"O" Ring
Screw, 1/4-20 x 57/64"
Dipstick
Screw, Torx T-16, 10-24 x t"
Afternatc Coil
(3/5 Split Incl.321 - 323)
Diode
Connect{ Body
Termlnat
Wire CIJl:
Blower Housing Plug

:,; t-'_:_:_ .'.

•i_!i:i ::!,q

NO.

36413
650949
65O969
36261
35274
640000
650767
36328
570673
36329
36330
650982
36264

400
475
476
477

I 36567
36563
I 36374
650978

479

'36335

PART NAME
Fuel Pump Bracket
Screw, 10-32 x 9/16"
Screw, 5/16-18 x 29/32"
Instruction Decat
Instruction Decal
Carburetor (incl. 184 & 212A)
Screw, 8-32 x 27/64"
Oil Strainer Screen
Ball
=ressure Relief Spring
Roll Pin
Washer
Electric Starter Motor (12 Volt)
Gasket Set
Incl. Items Marked * in Notes)
Oil Filter
Oi! Filter Adapter
Screw, Torx T-30, 5/16-18 x 1_7/16"
Oil Passage Gasket

ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570
CARBURETOR

NO 640000

PART

NO.

632652
632653
632039
632654
650506
632655
632656
632039
632699
632658
632659
632660
* 640001
632662
°632663
632664
" 632665
" 632666
632449
* 632447
" 632667
640002

PART

NAME

Throttle Shaft & Lever Ass'y
Throttle Return Spring
Dust Seal (Throttle)
Throttle Shutter
Throttle & Choke Shutter Screw
Choke Shaft & Lever Ass'y
Choke Return Spring
Dust Seal (Choke)
Choke Shutler
Fuel Fitting
Idle Speed Screw
Tension Spring
tdie Mixture Screw
Float Bowl
Float Shaft
Ftoat
Float Bowl "0" Ring
Inlet Needle
Bowl Nut
Bowl Nut Washer
WeFch Plug
Repair kit (Includes Items Marked *)

ENGINE MODEL 143.951602 FOR 43" TRACTOR MODEL 536. 252570
STARTER

•

MOTOR

NO. 36264

]

\
9

NO. I PART NO.

36375
36377
I 36378
I 36379
I 36380

18
19

650168
I 650864
I 36381

H
=4

PART

NAME

Drive Kit
Drive End Cap Ass'y
Armature
Case Bolt
Commutator End Cap &
Brush Card Ass'y
Washer
Nut
Thrust Washer

I
DANA TRANSAXLE

TRANSAXLE
MODEL

NO. 4900-5

REPAIR PARTS

FOR 43" TRACTOR

MODEL

536.252570

1'
// I1
/

31.

ZZ
69

[

TRANSAXLE

DANA TRANSAXLE

MODEL

NO. 4900-5 FOR 43" TRACTOR

KEY# DANA PARTNO,

_2!::: _i:i;

I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
2!
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43

REPAIR PARTS

5351-B
3789
I919
4821
3758
5338
5336
5337
5037
5356
4820
3890
5357
5518
5516
4690
4819
5353
1068
3471
55!7
5130
3184
5541-1
3871
5270
518t
3726
39t9
5541-2
4691
5350
5366
5414
5522
5523
5521
3306
5424
1375
5t80
3884
4300

MODEL 536.252570

NOoREQ'D

DESCRIPTION

1
1
16
1
2
2
1
1
2
1
3
1
1
1
1
2"
1
t
1
1
1
2
2
1
2
2
_
2
1
t
1*
1
1
1
t
t
1
4
1
1
1
I
1

Housing, Upper
V-Ring
Screw, Tapping, 1/4.-20 x .734
Assembly, Shaft & Cam
Spacer
Puck, Friction
Nut, Locking, Jam
Stud, Adjustment
Bearing, Sleeve
Key, Drive
Assembly, Bearing
Washer, Plain, oS05x:942xo040
Shaft, Input
Disc, Brake
Gear, Spur, 10T..
Assembly, Kit, Shim, .500 Shaft
Assembly, Bearing
Shaft, Idler
Washer, Plain, 632xl .00x.041
Spacer, _630x1.00x.549
Gear, Spur, 45T.
Washer, Neoprene
Washer, Plain, .758xl .25x.031
Axle, LH.
Gear, Miter, 15T.
Ring, Retaining
Gear, Spur, 41T..
Gear, Miter, 15T
Shaft, Cross
Axle, Roll.
Assembly, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft
Housing, Lower
Ring, Retaining
Ring, Clamp
Fan
Hub
Puttey, 4. !2 Dia.
Screw, Tapping, #10-24xl 05
Hst, CW Contrcf Rotation
Key, Woodruff, #61
Gear, Spur, 10T_
O-Ring
Grease

• Use in various combinations to maintain proper clearances.
"* Silicone Sealant to be applied between Upper and Lower Housings (use Loctite Ultra Gray Silicone 5699 or
equivalent).

i
i
...........

NOTES

CRAFrSMRN
OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO.
536.252570

16.5 HP OHV
ALL-WHEEL STEER
43" MOWER DECK
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
LAWN TRACTOR
Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model
number.
The Model Number for your tractor will be found on the model plate
located under the seat
The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing
of the engine
All parts may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Company
Service Centers and most Retail Stores°

HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
o

PRODUCT-

LAWN TRACTOR

MODEl.. NUMBER-

ENGINE MODEL NUMBER-

•

PART NUMBER

•

PART DESCRIPTION

536_252570
143,95t602

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears
has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians _.
professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet
our pledge to you, we service what we sell

...........................................

SEARS, ROEBUCK

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AND CO., D/817WA_ HOFFMAN
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ESTATES, IL 60179
Printed in U S A

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