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MODEL NUMBER 917.254860 OWNER'S MANUAL

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Convertible

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer

Responsibilities

• Service

• Adjustments

° Repair Parts

Caution:

Read and Follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CU'FI-tNG MACHINE tSCAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

1. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before Starting.

. Only allow responsible adults, who are famil{ar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other peop/e before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

o Do not mow in reverse uniess absolutely necessary. Always

took down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place,

° Slow down before turning.

• Never [eave a running machine unattended; Always turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unc!ogging

chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs,

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

I!. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover

accidents, which can resuit in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot backup the stopeor if you feet

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

° Mow up and down slopes, not across.

*Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

.Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tatl grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you wilt not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Fottow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine,

.Keep all movement on the slopes stowand gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, ff tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

siope.

DO NOT:

.Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over if awheet is over the edge

of a ctiff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

.Do not mow on wet grass, Reduced traction could cause

stiding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground,

•Do not use grass catcher on steep s{opes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Neverassume that children will remain

where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow chiidren to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching b{ind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Useextracareinhandtinggasolieeandotherfuels. Theyare

flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fue! with the engine

running. Aliow engine to cooI before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

•Keep nuts and botts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly,

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up, i

Clean oit or fuel spiflage. Allow machine to coot before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting, i

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and:

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

rep ace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec- I

essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut, Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation kequently. Adjust and service as

required.

il_. LoOk for this sym bol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION" Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service

Center/Department. We have competent, welFtrained

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 unit properly,

Atways observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917.254860

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Scars maintenance agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Scars store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES

Read and observe the safety rules.

, Foflowa regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your unit.

Foflow the instructions under "Customer ResponsibiD

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: ! 8.0

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (APFSG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS j

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ-19LM

(GAP: .030") STD361458 f

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004" - .006" t

EXHAUST: .007" - .009"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 0.77

2nd 1.46

3rd 3.4t

4th 4.34

5th 5.57

REVERSE: 1.07

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: t0 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 5 AMPS BATTERY

3 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 F-F. LBS.

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combus.-

tion engine and should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered

land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state taws (if

any)_ if a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in

effe,,tive working order by the operator.

_3Sn the state of CaIifornia the above is required by taw

ection 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

ther states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the

instructions Jn the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in mateda[ or

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts.

Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails thorns, stumps, or glass.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual

o Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LiMiTED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For 90 days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship

and our testing determines the battery will not hotd a charge, Sears wilt replace the battery at no charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT tN THE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY- RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........................ ;.............. 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18

WARRANTY ................................................................... 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 4

iNDEX ............................................................................. 4

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ........................................... 5

ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 7-10

OPERATION ........................................................... 11-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 19-24

STORAGE .................................................................... 25

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 26-27

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 29-47

REPAIR PARTS -ENGINE ..................................... 48-53

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................... BACK PAGE

iNDEX

Accessories ............................................ 5

Adjustments:

Brake ........................................... 21

Carburetor ................................... 24

Gauge Wheels ............................... 9

Mower

Front-To-Back ........................ 20

Side-To-Side ............... :.......... 20

Throttle Control Cable ................. 23

Air F;Iter, Engine ......................... ........ 17

Air Screen, Engine .............................. 17

Assembly ......................................... 7-10

Battery:

Charging ........................................ 8

Cleaning ...................................... 17

Installation ..................................... 9

Levels ....................................... 8,!6

Preparation .................................... 8

Starting with Weak Battery .......... 22

Storage ........................................ 25

Terminals .................................... t 7

Belt:

Motion Drive

Removal/Replacement ........... 21

Mower Blade Drive

Removal/Replacement ........... 21

Brade:

Sharpening .................................. 16

Replacement ............................... 16

Brake Adjustment ............................... 21

Carburetor Adjustment ....................... 24

ControFs, Tractor ................................. 11

Customer Responsibilities ............. 15- ! 8

Engine:

Air FiIter ................................... 17

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cteaner .... 17

Air Screen, Engine .................. 17

Battery ..................................... 17

Cooling Fins; Engine ............... 18

Engine Oil ................................ 17

Fuel Filter ............................ :... 18

Spark Plugs ............................. 18

Tractor:

Blade ....................................... 16

Lubrication Chart ..................... 15

Maintenance Schedule ............ 15

Tire Care ...... :.................. 8,16,22

Cutting Height, Mower ........................ I2

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays .................. 23

Schematic .................................... 29

Wiring Diagram ............................ 30

Engine:

Air Filter ....................................... 17

Air Filter Foam Pre-Cieaner ........ I7

Air Screen .................................... 17

Cooling Fins, Engine ................... 18

Oil Change ................................... 17

Oil Level ................................. 13,16

Oi! Type ....................................... 17

Preparation .................................. 13

Repair Parts ........................... 48-53

51Starting .................................... t4

Storage ........................................ 25

Filter:

Air Filter ....................................... t7

Air Filter Foam PreoOleaner ........ 17

Fuel ............................................. 18

Fuel:

Type ............................................ 13

Storage ........................................ 25

Fuse .................................................... 23

Gauge Wheel Installation ......... :........... 9

Hood RemovaVInstallation .................. 23

Leveling Mower Deck ......................... 20

Lubrication:

Chart ............................................ t 5

Maintena.noe Schedule ....................... 15

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ........... 20

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ............. 20

Adjustment, Gauge Wheel ............ 9

Blade Sharpening ........................ 16

Blade Replacement ..................... 16

Cutting Height ............. _................ 12

Installation ................................... 19

Operation ..................................... 13

Removal ...................................... 19

Mowing Tips ....................................... 14

Muffler ................................................. 18

Spark Arrester .......................... 3,40

Mulcher Plate/Installation ................... I 0

Oii:

Cold Weather Conditions ....... 13,t 7

Engine ......................................... 17

Storage ...................... :................. 25

Operation ....................................... 1I-t4

Operating Mower ................................ 13

Options:

Accessories ................................... 5

Spark Arrester .......................... 3,40

Parking Brake ................................ 11-12

Parts Bag .............................................. 6

Parts, Replacement/Repair ........... 29-47

Product Specifications ........................... 3

Repair Parts .................................. 29-47

Safety Rules ;........................................ 2

Seat ...................................................... 8

Service and Adjustments ............... 19-24

Carburetor ................................... 24

Fuse ............................................ 23

Hood Removal/installation .......... 23

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ........... 21

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ........... 2!

Mower Adjustment

Front- to-Back ......................... 20

Side-to_Side ............................ 20

Mower Removal .......................... 19

T!re Care ............................. 8,t6,22

Slope Guide Sheet ............................. 55

Spark Plugs ........................................ t8

Specifications ....................................... 3

Starting the Engine ........................ 13-14

Steering Wheel ................................ 7,21

Stopping the Tractor ........................... 12

Storage ............................................... 25

Throttle Control Cable

Adiustment .................................. 23

Tires ................................................... 8, t6,22

Trouble Shooting Chart ............... ...26-27

Transaxle:

Repair Parts ........................... 46-47

Warranty....: .......................................... 3

Wiring Diagram ................................... 30

Wiring Schematic ................................ 29

ACCESSORIES A ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retait outlets,

catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores Can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor.

ENGINE MAmNTENANCE

AIR=FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABiLiZER BLADES BELTS

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER

PERFOR[_ANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your vehicle. Many of these are [isted below with brief explanations of hew they can

help you. This Iist was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added,

changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be availabte 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 detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy tawn.

Tapered 2.5qnch 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.

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and teaves for a

healthier, neater _ooking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold

30_gallon plastic bags,

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plus

_ccessories such as side panel kits, toe{ caddy, cart cover,

3rotective mat and doily.

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow

noisture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36qnch swath. 24

qardened steel coring tips. I50 lb. capacity weight tray.

EASY OiiL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to

_educe chances of t'scalping" on uneven terrain,

3ANG H_TCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at

>nce, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with

oilers, carts or other heavy attachments).

3AUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mowei" deck reduce

_'hances of "scalping" on uneven terrain. For mower decks not

;o equipped.

V]ULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

hatted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring

ine teeth. Useful to prepare bare areas for seeding. Available

or front or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORm#lANCE REEL-

_,CTION SPRING TtNE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide

_ath and tosses thatch into large hopper, Mounts behindtracter.

_ULCH_NG KIT, once installed, lets you mulch, discharge or

_ag clippings (bagger optional) without changing blades. For

_odets not equipped as 3-in-l Convertible mowers.

:tAMP TOPS AND FEET let you toad and unload tractor from a

)ickup truck. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber.

:teLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch

Jiameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs. of weight. Rounded

}dges prevent harm to tuff. Adjustable scraper automatically

"leans drum.

_NOW BLADE for snow removal onty. t4qnch high, 42-inch

'videblade clears 38qnch path when angled left or right. Raises,

owers with side lever. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible

;craper bar. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear

_rawbar weight.)

SNOWTH ROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum-type augerhandles

powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement. Discharge ehute adjusts from tractor seat. 6-inch

diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at

tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear

drawbar weight,)

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the

tractor battery or other 12-volt source. Includes booms for

automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand

has adjustable spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecti-

cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers.

SPREADERlSEEDERS make seedin , fertilizin , and weed

.. g g

k_ll_ngeasy, Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-

icers and sand.

SWEEPERS let you cotlect grass clippings and leaves.

T_LLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed

beds, cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own

built-in lift and depth controJ syStem and does NOT require a

sleeve hitch, Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook

up to the tractor drawbar and go! Optionali accessories convert

unit for dethatching, aerating, hitling...without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360

degree visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch Keeps operator

warm and dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as

sun protector in summer. Optional accessories include:

tinted/tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand oper-

ated wiper; 12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top.

VACS for powerfuS collection of heavy grass clippings and

{eaves, Optional wand attach merit to pick up debris ff-_hard-to-

reach places. VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal appIications.

Uses (1) 55 lb. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials.

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown fult size

O t (2) Sheet

Metal

Screws

x I/2

(t) Locknut 3/8-24

(1) Large Fiat Washer

(l) Shoulder Bott 5/16-18 (1) HexBolt t/2-13xl

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

(1) Washer 17/32 x t-3/16 x t2 Gauge

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #t0 _

(2) Weld Nuts #10

) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

(2) Hex Bolts !/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x t6 Gauge

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Steering Wheel

Parts Bag

Battery acid

Mulcher -t

Plate

Battery

Steering

Boot

Owner's Manual

Parts bag contents not shown full size

_(2) Shoulder

Bolts

_tch Hook

Assembtys

Steering

Bushing

(2) Locknuts

3/8 -! 6

(2) Gauge

wheels

(2) Wing Nuts

!/4-20

(2) Battery Carriage Bolts 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 (2) Keys

Steering Wheel

Insert

Guard : ................

Steering [ , m_---: ,

Adapter ,

I Battery Caps

!5 ° Slope Sheet and InStructions

ASSE LY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts tel unassembled for shipping purposes.

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct toots as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier, Standard

wrench sizes are listed;

(1) 5116" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(t) t/2" wrench

(I) 3/4" wrench

9/! 6" wrench

Screwdriver

Utility knife

Tire pressure gauge

When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

"TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

o' Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

= Cut, from top to bottom, aiong lines on all four corners

of carton and lay panels flat.

, Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING UNIT OFF SKiD

SCREW

&TTACH STEERmNG WHEEL (See Fig. !}

Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft,

,Raise steering shaft forward untiI screw hotes in dash

line up with steering bushing, install two (2) sheet

metal screws and tighten securely.

Position steering boot over steering shaft.

Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

push down to secure.

Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft,

Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and stide onto adapter.

Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel.

TO ROLL UNIT OFF SKiD (See Fig. 7)

,Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

= Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

", Roll unit backwards off skid.

Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

Raise hood, Remove any packing material from en-

gine. Close hood.

MPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY

_TAPLES tN SKIDTHATMAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE

JNtT IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig, 3)

PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adiustment bolt.

CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield,

Wash hands or c_othing immediately if

accidentally in contact with battery a¢ido

Do not smoke. Fumes from Charged

battery acid are explosiveo

Read the instructions included with the

battery vent caps. Always wear gloves,

clothing and goggles to protect your

hands, skin and eyes,

Your unit has a battery ch£rging system which is sufficient for

normat use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an

automotive charger will extend its life.

•See instructions packed With vent caps in parts bag.

o Fill battery with acid. Rll each cel! until it reaches the

bottom of the vent wells. Do not overfill

, Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty minutes.

After standing, check the level of acid. if below the vent

wells, add more acid until the correct tevel is reached.

CUT AWAY VIEW

_...... VENT CAP

VENT WELL

_ BATTERY

CELL ACID

zLEVEL

FiG. 2

o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

Place seat on pan and assemble shouider bolt.

, Assemble adjustment bolt, lock washer and fiat washer

loosely. Do not tighten.

Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

* Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

Stide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

altows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down

(See Fig 6).

Get off seat without moving itSadjusted posit}on.

o Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

ADJUSTMENTBOLT

FLAT WASHER

FIG. 3

While battery is standing (after adding acid) and later, while

battery is being charged, continue with assembly of unit,

IMPORTANT: TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF YOUR

BATTERY, IT [S NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE

CHARGED BEFORE USE. FAILURE TO CHARGE

BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY

LIFE_

•Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour. Observe

all safety precautions required for battery charging.

Check the acid level after the battery is charged. If the acid

has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or iron free

water.

,Install the vent caps to cover the vent welts, Wash the top

of the battery with water to remove any acid, then wipe dry.

Check battery case for leakage to make sure that no

damage has occurred in handling.

o Dispose of excess battery acid. Neutralize acid for

disposal by adding it to four inches of water in a five gatton

plastic container. Stir with a wooden or plastic paddle

while adding baking soda until the addition of more soda

causes no more foaming.

Follow instructions on how to instatl battery.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were o.verinfiated at the factory for

shipping purposes, Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance,

Reduce tire pressure to PS! shown Jn "PRODUCT SPECP

FICAT[ONS" on page 3 of this manual

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled, See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower

blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual. Verify that the betts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that

the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual

BLY

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4A & 41B)

CAUTION: Do not short battery terml-

naiso Before instaling battery, remove

rect!! bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive termina_ must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding°

NOTE: For ease of battery installation, the heat shiefd

between engine and battery compartrnent may be re-

moved. Before removing heat shield, note position and

routing of att cables and wires. If you remove the shield, be

sure it is reassembled properly after installing battery.

Make sure drain tube is fastened to drain hoe n battery

tray and battery tray is positioned in hole of battery

support.

Place battery in plastic tray, battery terminals to front of

tractor.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, Iock washer and hex

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

,Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tery terminaf with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

o Slide the two battery bo ts through the terminal guard

and start the wing nuts onto the threads,

• Position terminal guard over the battery as shown,

lower bolts into key holes and slide square shafts of

bolts into slots of key holes.

, Tighten wing nuts by hand making sure battery bolts

remain in slots of the key hotes in the battery support.

Be sure terminal access doors are closed.

dse terminal access doors for:

o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

Inspection for corrosion.

Testing battery.

Jumping (if required).

Periodic charging.

HEX NUT.

LOCK

WASHER

(POSIT_VE}

FLAT WASHER

WiNG NUTS . , _ _TER_tNAL

I G=A=o

TERIINAL

=OLT

k .__ --KEy HOL!

FIG. 4B

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig, 5)

Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

o Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD-

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

, With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

shoulder bolt and locknut and tighten securely.

,Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

GAUGE WHEEL

MOUNTING

NG. 5

ASSEMBLY

iNSTALL lVlULCHER PLATE

(See Figs. 6A &6B)

Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE:: Pre-assemble wetd nut to latch hook by inserting weld

nut from the top with hook pointing down.

oTighten hardware securely.

Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

, Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and sJide into place, as shown.

Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

,Hook rear {arch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching mulcher plate

and a_low it to rest on pJate while in

operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISHCHARGtNG

Simply remove muicher plate and store ina safe place. Your

mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

WELD NUT

FROM THE TOP

HOOKPOZNTS

DOWN

LATCH "-_

!-tOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

WELD

NUT

FIG, 6A

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

FIG. 6B

LATCH

HOOKS

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

Please review the fo/lowing checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

¢No remaining loose parts in carton,

v' Battery is properly prepared and charged, (Minimum

I hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely,

¢" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly _eveled side-to-side/

frontqO-rear for best cutting resutts. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leve!ing).

¢" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys!and inside all belt keepers,

v" Check wiring, See that _I_connections are sti}l secure

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEA RNtNG HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENT!ON TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

¢" Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank iS fiIled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

7" Become famitiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

O ERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

C0mparethe illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of vadouscontrols and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNiTiON SWITCH LIFT LEVER

\ _ _----_ PLUNGER

CHOKE _

LIGHT SWITCH

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

CLUTCH_RAKE

PEDAL

THROTTLE

CONTROL

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

PARKING

BRAKE LEVER

FiG. 7

Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards institute.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used for starting and controlling

_ngine speed.

DHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting a cold engine.

DLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for clutching and braking

:he tractor and starting the engine.

"{EIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to adjust the mower

;utting height,

GNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping tile

.=ngine.

JGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LiFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

ATTACHMENT LiFT LEVER: Used to raise and Iower the

mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER: Locks Clutch/Brake Pedal into

the brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

OPERATION

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

can result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while

operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairS. We recommend wide

vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available at Sears

Retail or Catalog stores.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into fuli "BRAKE" position

and hotd.

Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedat. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hotd vehicle secure.

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

- Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE-

Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

, Move gearshift lever to "NEUTRAL" position.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to "SLOW" position

and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause

engine to "backfire".

. Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving vehicle to prevent

unauthorized use.

Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Undercertain conditions when unit is standing idle

with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning _' of grass. To eliminate this possibi;ity,

always stop engine when stopping unit on grass areas.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

, Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower per-

formance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig; 8)

Usechokecontroiwheneveryou are starting acotd engine.

Do not use to start a warm engine.

o To engage choke control, pull knob out, Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 8)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch!brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

, Move gearshift lever tO desired position.

Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORESHIFTtNG OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE,

THROTTLE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

IGNITION KEY

NGAGED"

CHOKE POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

_NGAGED"

POSITION

FIG. 8

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)

The cutting height is controlled byturning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired directiori.

Turn knob clockwise to raise cutting height,

Turn knob counterclockwise to lower cutting height.

Thecutting height range is approximately 1-t/2to 4". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass belng mowed.

, The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-t/

2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

* For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9)

Your unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine.

o Select desired height of cut.

Lower mower with attachment lift control

o Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

_ AUT|ON: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher _on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard inplace.

Move gearshift Iever to 1st gear and be sure you have

altowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

Make all turns slowIy.

TO TRANSPORT

, Raise attachment lift control to highest position_

oWhen pushing or towing your unit, be sure gearsilift

lever is in "NEUTRAL" position.

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

yourtractor on atruck or atrailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc,).

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED"

POSiTiON

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

LiFT LEVER

"HIGHEST"

LOWEST

POSITION

FgG:9

rO OPERATE ON H_LLS

with slopes greater than 15° and do not l

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. t5)

o The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

Check engine oil with unit on level ground.

• Remove o{! fill dipstick and wipe clean, replace and

screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and

read oil level. If necessary, add oil unti! "FULL" mark

on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

o For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (see "OtL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of t:his manual).

,, To change engine oi!, see the Customer Responsibifio

ties section in this manual.

ADD GASOUNE

Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline wit! increase carbon

and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING INREI_APERATURE_

BELOW o,pop_,_or "',

.__ __,_,_,j,USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: 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 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 stor-

age of 30 days or longer, Drain the gas tank, star_ the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fil! to bottom of gas tank fH_er

neck. Do not overfill W_pe off any spilled

oil or fuel Do not store, spill or use

gasoline near an open flame°

OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has

run out of fuel, it wil! take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking

brake.

• Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

Pull choke control out to "CHOKE" position for cold

engine start. For warm engine start do not use choke

control.

Move throttle control to midway between "FAST" and

"SLOW" positions.

Turn ignition key clockwise to "START" position and

refease key as soon as engine starts. Do not run

starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds

per minute. If engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to "FAST" position,

wait a few minutes and try again.

When engine starts, slowly push choke control in.

,, Move throttle control to "FAST" position.

Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachment clutch.

NOTE: tf at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32 ° F), the carburetor fuel mixture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWING TiPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous-

ing is attached to unit.

o Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of

the machine. This will result in a more even distri-

bution of clippings and more uniform cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by turningto the

right so that clippings will discharge away from

shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished (See Fig. 10).

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice

to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will

plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow

grass to dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at ful! throttle when mowing

to assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a tow enough speed to give the mower cut-

ting performance as well as the quality of cut de-

sired. 14

When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FIG. 10

MULCHtNG MOWING T|PS

_MPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn,

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon.

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

wil! not be exposed to the direct sun.

For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that

the mower cuts offonly the top one-third of the grass

blades (See Fig. 1I). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

MA×I_

FiG. 11

Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to com-

pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

OUSTO ESPONSIBmLmES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FtLL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace Mower Biades

Lubrication Chart

Check Battery Level!Recharge

Clean Battery and Terminals

Chock Transmission Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Bett(s) TenSion

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

inspect Muffler!Spark Attester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Fi_terPaper Cartridge

Replace Fuel FiIter

- Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high arr_bient temperatures,

2-Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

GENERAL RECO[ MENDATIONS

The warranty on:this vehicle does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive ful! value from the warranty, operator must main-

tain unit as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

propedy maintain your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

o Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-rue! mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

o Check engine oil level.

o Check brake operation.

, Check tire pressure.

o Check for loose fasteners.

SERVICE DATES

3-If equipped with oil fitter, change oil ever,/50 hours.

4 - Reptace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil,

5 - If equipped with adjustable system.

ENGINE Q

Q SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OiL API - SG

(_ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_) REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBtLR1ES "ENGINE _' SECTION

tMPORTANTr DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS, VISCOUS L.UBRt-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DiRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE UFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. if: YOU

FEE[. THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, Pew-

15 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY,

t_ ATTACHMENT"

CLUTCH

PivoT(s)

LUBRRCATtON CHART

BEARING ZERK I_-J] "_,.,JL-'_- BEARING ZERK

CUSTOMER ESPONSIBILITiES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when pedorming any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If unit require s more than six (6) feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adiusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

TIRES

, Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

- Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best resutts mower blades must be kept sharp, Re-

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12}

, Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

btades.

- Remove hex bolt, !ock washer and flat washer securing

blade,

oInstall new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex boIt, lock washer and fiat washer in

exact order as shown.

•Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT

TREATED.

NOTE: We do not _commend sharpening blade- but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER

BLADE

TRAILING EDGE

HEX BOLT

(GRADE 8 *

•A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED

BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

F1G° 12

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig, 13}

Care should be taken to keep the b:lade balanced, An

unbalanced blade wilt cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen white on the mower.

,, To check b_ade balance; you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with the bat-

ancer).

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steet bolt

or pin parallel with ground. If blade is balanced, it

should remain in a hodzontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end

until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole mm_vappear to be centered, but are not.

OR PIN

FIG, 13

BATTERY (See Fig. 14)

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient

for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger wiil extend it's life.

• Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even

with bottoms of vent wells. Add only distilled or iron free

water if necessary. Do not overfill.

, Keep battery and terminals clean.

-Keep battery bolts tight.

= Keep vent caps tight and smalt vent holes in caps open.

, Recharge at 6 ampere_ for 1 hour.

CUT AWAY VIEW VENTCAP

_ VENT

WELL

BATTERY

CELL ACID

LEVEL

F G.14

CUSTO RESPONSIBILITIES

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS -

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

Remove terminal guard.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED

battery cable and remove battery from tractor.

Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of

baking soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not to

get the soda solution into the ceils.

Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

o Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright.

° Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

o Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in As-

sembly section of this manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

(;an restrict cooling_

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SG. Select the oi!'s SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

OC 30"

1 EMPL-RA 1URn] RANG_: ANTtCfPA] _:O BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32'>F. Check you r engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running tow on oil.

Change the oit after the first two hours of operation and

every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of continuous use. Tighten

oil fill Capidipstic_ securely each time you check the oil

level

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. t5)

o Be sure vehicle is on level sudace.

o Oil wiii drain more freeiy when warm.

.Catch oil in a suitable container.

Remove oii till dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to

enter the engine when changing oil.

,, Remove drain plug.

o After oi! has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

- Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

Product Specifications on page 3 of this manual.

- Use gauge on oil fill dipstick for checking level Be sure

dipstick cap,is tigh,!ened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick.

OIL

DRAIN

PLUG

ENGINE O|L

DIPSTICK AND

FIG. 15

AIR SCREEN (See Fig, t5)

The engine air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to

prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a

wire bnJsh or compressed air to removed dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

AIR FILTER (See Fig, 16)

Your engine wilt not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner element after every 25 hours of

operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

- Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-.CLEANER

Slide foam pre-cteaner off cartridge.

Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

o Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

o Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

Remove wing n_ts and cartridge plate.

', Remove cartridge and clean by tapping gently on flat

surface.

ttvery dirty, replace or wash in a nonsudsing detergent

and warm water solution. Rinse thoroughly with water

from inside out until water runs ctear. Let cartridge dry

thorot_ghty before using.

. Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover

and secure with knob(s).

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THECARTRtDGE. DO NOTOIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY

CARTRIDGE.

KNOB COVER

CARTRIDGE

/'PLATE

AiR SCREEN

FiG. 16

ENGINE COOLING FiNS (See Fig. 17)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide covers

must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See "TO

REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual).

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage,

SPARK PLUGS

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 "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)

Fuetfittershouldbereplacedonceeachseason. If fuetfilter

becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re-

placement is required.

With engine coot, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.

- Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spitled gasoline.

FUEL FILTER CLAMP

CLAMP

TOP AiR

GUIDE

ENGINE

COOLING FINS

AIR GUIDE COVER

(BOTH SIDES)

=¢)

FiG. 18

CLEANING

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

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

oil, etc.

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

unit unless the electdca! system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a ShOrtened engine life.

FiG. t7

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUT|ON: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position,

= Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

® Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

- Make sure the blades and at! moving parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark pNugand place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug,

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig, 19}

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.

Place attachment ctutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

o Move attachment tift lever forward to lower mower to its

lowest position.

o Roll belt off engine pulley.

Disconnect clutch rod from dutch lever by removing

retainer spring.

Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by

removing retainer spring,

Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs,

Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer

springs,

o Raise Jiltlever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower

out from under tractor.

_MPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, BOTH

SUSPENSION ARMS MUST BE REMOVED FROM

TRACTOR.

TO iNSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19}

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

oSlide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right

side of tractor,

Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions,

SUSPENSION

ARMS PULLEY

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES}

RETA|NER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOT_ S_DES)

FtG, 19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT(See Figs. 22 and23) -

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3). If tires are

over or under inflated, you wilt not properly adjust your

mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 2!)

You wilt need two (2) standard 2 x 4 short pieces of wood

to make the following adjustment. Similar blocks measur-

ing 1-112" thick may also be used.

- Raise mower with attachment lift control to allow two

(2) t -t/2" thick blocks to be placed under rear edge of

mower.

- Place one block directly behind the left mandrel. Place

the remaining block under the stamped ridge on the

right rear edge of mower deck.

Lower mower deck to its lowest height of cut position

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in

Operation section of this manual).

On both sides of tractor, loosen, but do not remove, the

fasteners securing the adjustable pivot brackets to

frame. Both brackets must be loose enough to move

freely.

• Pull down firmly on suspension arm to remove any

slack in pivot bracket and hold while tightening rear

fastener first to-secure. Tighten remaining fastener.

- Repeat procedure on other side of tractor.

Raise mower with attachment lift control and remove

blocks from under rnower.

PLACE TWO (2) 1-112" THICK BLOCKS UNDER REAR EDGE OF

DECK (Use wood 2 x 4's or equiv.)

DIRECTLY

BEHIND f ._,

STA MPED.-,._,,.,._,.,_ t, " ::._;,::7

MOWER MUST BE tN LOWEST HEIGHT OF CUT POSITION

FIG. 20

FASTEN__

ADJUSTABLE PIVOT

BRACKET

PULL DOWN AND TIGHTEN

REAR FASTENER FIRST

F_G.2t

iMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. tF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SIDE,

TO obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/4" to

3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest

position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

ta ce D d_recttytn front and behind the mandretat bottom

edge of mower housing as shown.

Before making any necessary adjustments, checkthat

both front links are equal in length. Both links should

be approximately 10-3/8".

If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other link.

* To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front

links an equal number of turns.

When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front

links.

e To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on

both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

- When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut"F" against trun niGh on both front links.

Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

FIG. 22

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

.... ____ NUT

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

FIG. 23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24}

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without

tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking

brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide

decal on the mower housing.

BELT REMOVAL -

, Place attachment dutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

, Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to

its _owest position.

, Ro!t belt off engine puitey.

o Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

® Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

= Make sure belt is in ail purJey grooves and inside atl

belt guides.

WiTH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT "A"

JAM NUT

OPERATING

ARM

MANDREL IDLER

PULLEY PULLEYS

ENGINE PULLEY

FIGo24

FIG. 25

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on leve] surface. Engage parking brake.

For assistance, there is a belt instaJiationguide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual.)

Remove upper belt keeper.

o Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

o Pull bett slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt

upwards from transa×le pu!ley by deflecting belt keep-

ers.

Pu!l belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards

from around engine pulley.

. Install new be!t by reversing above procedure.

iMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS.

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25)

Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

If unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

. Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod.

o If distance is other than 1-1/2 '', disengage parking

brake, loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes t-1/2". Retighten jam nut against nut "A".

• Engage parking brake and recheck distance.

® Road test unit for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center.

PULLEY

IDLER

STATIC

IDLER

PULLEY

TABS

BELT

KEEPER

21 FIG. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the

Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE=iN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on

your unit. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service

center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig, 27)

Block up axle securely.

Remove axtecover, retaining ring and washersto allow

wheet removal (rear wheel contains a square key- Do

not bose).

Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub

and axle. insert square key.

•Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

o Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAiNiNG

RiNG

AXLE COVER

_tSQU ARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY}

FIG, 27

TO START ENGINE WiTH A WEAK BAT-

TERY (See Figs. 28.& 2£_.) ....

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your batten/is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

iMPORTANT: YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES,

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short

against chassis,

Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a panel

bolt on the left side of the chassis, away from fuel tank

and battery.

To remove cables, reverse order -

BLACK cable first from left side of chassis and then

from the fully charged battery.

* RED cable last from both batteries.

"POSmVE"

(+)

FiG. 28

PANEL

BOLT

FIG, 29

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type ptug4n fuse. The

fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly

in front of the dash.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

Raisehood.

• Pullbulbholderoutoftheholeinthebacksideofthe

grill.

Replacebulbinholderand push bulbholdersecurety

back into the hole in the backside of the grill,

Close hood,

mNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running or prevent it from starting.

o Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in Repair

Parts section of this manual.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 30 }

Raise hood.

,Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt

forward and lift off of tractor.

, To reinstall, slide hood pivot brackets into slots in

frame.

Reconnect headlight wire connector and close hood.

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 31)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment shouid notbe necessary. Checkadjustment as

described below before loosening cable. IFadjustment is

necessary, proceed as foltows:

With engine not running, move throttle control lever to

"FAST" position.

Check that swivel is against side of quarter circle, tf it

is not, loosen cable clamp screw and putl cable back

until swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten cable

clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 32)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

With engine not running, move choke control (located

on dash panel) to ful! "CHOKE" position.

Remove air cleaner cover, filter and spitback plate to

expose carburetor choke (see "AiR FILTER" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing

clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is

completely ctosed. Tighten casing clamp screw se*

curely.

Reassemble air cleaner.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WiRE

CONNECTOR

FiG. 30

SWWEL

RG. 3t

CHOKE CLOSED

CHOKE

LEVER

F_G.32

SEFIVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

(See Fig. 33 &34)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or lead. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the mixture screw in (clockwise) de-

creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/

air mixture. Turning the mixture screw out (counterclock-

wise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a

richer fuel/air mixture.

_MPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED iN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

-Be sure you have a clean air filter, and the throttle

control cabte and choke are adjusted properly (see

above).

- With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise)

closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns.

FINAL SE-t-FtNG -

° Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make

final adjustments with engine running and shift! motion

control lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

= With throttle control lever in "SLOW" position, hold

throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle

speed screw to obtain 1200 to !400 RPM.

Whife still holding throttle lever against idle speed

screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until

engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) until engine runs rough. Turn screw to a point

midway between those two positions.

o Continue to hotd throttle lever against idle speed screw

and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM.

Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST

o Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST"

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture

screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test

and continue to adjust, if necessan], untit engineaccel-

erates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust- damage

may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH tS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGtNE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THfNKTHE ENGINE_GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHtCH HAS

PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY

NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

IDLE MIXTURE

SCREW

F_G.33

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

THROTTLE

LEVER

_E MIXTURE

SCREW

FiG. 34

STORAG

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days Or mere.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-

oughly, remove atl dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area.

" Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" inthe Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

- Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

* Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

,Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

Fully charge the battery for storage.

After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and batterycleaned thoroughly (see"TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of:this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cabbs disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

iMPORTANT: IT tS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURtNG 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

STORAGE. ACIDtC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

,, Drain the fuel tank,

Start the engine and let it run until the fuet lines and

carburetor are empty.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

o Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE; Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor u

age. Add stabilizer to gasofine in fuel tank or storage

container+ Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least t0 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuei stabilize r.

ENGMNE O|L

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with ctean engine

oiI. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

Remove spark plug(s).

Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hob(s) into

cylinder(s).

o Turn ignition key to"START' position for afew seconds

to distribute oil.

o Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

, Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give

protection from dust and dirt.

Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic° Plastic

cannot breathe which at!ows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust.

iMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine cticks but wit! not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel,

2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly,

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5, Dirty air filter.

6, Dirty fuel filter.

7, Water in fuet,

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9, Carburetor out of adiustment.

t0, Engine valves out of adjustment.

1, Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3, Weakor dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel fitter.

5, Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment,

8_ Engine valves out of adjustment.

I. CIutchh}rake pedal not depressed.

2, Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4, Blown fuse,

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8, Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence swifch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals,

3. Loose or damaged wiring,

4, Faulty solenoid or starter.

I. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2, Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

4, Dirty air filter.

5, Low oil level/dirty oil.

6, Faulty spark plug

7, Dirty fuel fitter,

8. Stale or dirty fue!.

9, Water in fuel

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screenifins_

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

t3. Loose or damaged wfring.

14, Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engiee vatves out of adjustment,

1, Worn, bent ot loose btade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

CORRECTION

1, Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section,

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug,

5. Clear_'replace air filter.

6, Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check allwiring.

9, Contact an authorized service center/department.

!0, Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Cfear,Jreplace air filter.

2, Replace spark p_ug,

3. Recharge or replace battery,

4, Replace fuel filter.

5, Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7, Contact an authorized service center/department,

8. Contact an authorized service center/department,

1, Depress ctutchforake pedal.

2, Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4, Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals,

6. Check all wiring.

7, Check/replace ignition switch,

8. ChecWrep_ace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact an authorized service center/department,

!, Recharge or replace battery,

2. Clean battery terminals.

3, Check allwiring.

4, CheckJreplace solenoid or starter.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.

2, Adjust throttle control.

3. C_ean underside of mower housing,

4. Clean/replace air tilter.

5, Check oit level/change oil

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug,

7, Replace fuel filter.

8, Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

9, Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasotine and replace fuel tilter.

10. Connect and tighten spark ptug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins,

t2. Clean/replace muffler.

t3. Check ait wiring,

14. Contact an authorized service centeddepartment,

15. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2, Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut -uneven

Mower blades witl not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

-- H

Battery wilt not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFP

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not tevel.

3, Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4, Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2, Travel speed too fast,

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9, Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

t, Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, Ieaves, and trash around mandrels,

!. Switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch,

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse,

I. Bad battery cell(s),

2. Poor cable connections.

3, Faulty regulator (if so equipped),

4, Faulty alternator,

1. Engine throttle contro not set at"SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

1,, Check wiring, switches and connections, If not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department,

t, Replace biade_ Tighten blade bolt,

2, Level mower deck.

3, Clean underside of mower housing,

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3, Replace idler pulley.

4, Replace blade mandrel.

1, P]ace throttle control in "FAST" position,

2. Shift to slower speed,

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing,

4, Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure,

6. Replace/sharpen blade, Tighten blade bolt,

7. Clean underside of mower housing,

8, Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstallblades sharp edge down.

t0. Replace with blades listed in this manual,

11, Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,

1, Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s),

3, Checldreplace light switch,

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse,

1. Reptace battery,

2. Check/clean all connections,

3. Replace regulator,

4, Replace alternator.

t, Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and attow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine,

SERVICE NOTES

!8 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

SCHEMATIC

RED

WHITE

IGNITION SWtTCH

BLACK

BATTERY

BLACK

CLUTCH /BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

I ........ I

BLACK

i ......

RED _,T_I,

WHITE _K_

SOLENOID

STARTER

BLACK

........ J

ATT'MENT CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

I .... 1

GROUND{NG

CONNECTOR

BLACK ,_

BLACK

•" 4

'qm_'

,_ IGNITION _ SPARK _---'-4

UNIT PLUGS ______

CHARG{NG SYSTEM OUTPUT

3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM 28 VOLTS AC MfN, @ 3600 RPM

CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

RED

DIODE r ALTERNATOR

LIGHTING SYSTEM I .j

OUTPUT "\_ ............

5 AMP AC @ 3600 RPM "" 14 VOLTS AC MfN, @ 3600 RPM (LIGHTS OFF)

16NffION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M + G

ON B+L

START I B + S

----_-- NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

ORANGE i • I

HEADLIGHT

SWITCH (OFF)

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING

O REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

'V' HEADLIGHTS i_TL7

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS EQU1PPED WITH A

SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE

LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN

ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF

THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM.

AS THE ENGINE tS SPEEDED UP, THE

LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

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ELECTRICAL

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

t 109310X Key, Molded 25 74760412

2 136849 Harness, Light Socket (With Bulbs) 26 19091016

3 4152J Light Bulb 27 10040400

4 4406R Switch, Ignition 28 73220400

5 109553X Switch, interlock, Attachment 29 123198X

Clutch 30 2751R

6 124211X Nut, Ignition 31 102476X

7 110712X Switch, Light 32 72240460

8 138406 Solenoid 37 11050600

9 10090400 Washer, Lock 1/4 39 71110408

10 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 41 7697J

13 73640400 Nut, Keps 1/4-20 42 109596X

14 131563 Cover, Terminal 44 121264X

15 138547 Harness, Ignition 46 7603J

I6 108423X Cable, Battery 47 7192J

t7 4206J Cable, Battery 48 108236X

!8 4207J Cable, Ground 49 17021008

19 123620X Cover, Key Switch 50 130890

20 121537X Battery (Includes Electrolyte) 54 1!150400

21 121305X Switch, Seat

22 104445X Switch, Interlock, Clutch

23 17021008 Screw, Hex, Tapping #10-24x t/2

24 108824X Fuse

Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex 1/4-20

Nut, Wing t/4-20

Clip, Fuel Line

Guard, Terminal

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 7-t/2

Washer, Lock External Tooth 3/4

Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 1/2

Tube

Clamp, Hose

Caps, Battery

Tray, Battery

Cable, Tie

Bracket, Switch

Screw, Hex, Tapping #10-24 x t/2

Bracket, Switch Interlock

Washer, Lock Internal Tooth 1/4

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

D :/

BCDEF

M P Q R S

11 2

17 z_

@IB

2 RR__ R

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

CHASSBS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 t35034

2 137275

3 174906"_2

6 137136X013

7 17490608

8 126471X

9 137411X018

11 122795X

12 121794X

!3 126276X

!4 t7490608

15 74180512

t6 STD541431

17 137386X417

18 108067X

19 STD512505

20 STD551125

21 122933X

22 !24479X

24 STD523707

25 19131312

26 STD541437

27 17490608

28 123915X

Chassis Weldment 12ga38/42 29 124029X

Drawbar, Stretch 30 t21642X4!7

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt 3I 137113

Saddle Silkscreen 5 Sp 32 17490612

ScrewThdrol 3/8-16xl/2 Ty-tt 33 105465X417

Clip Line Fuel 13/32 Mtg Hole 34 105464X417

Dash Silkscreened 35 STD533707

Panel Pnt Dash Lh 36 STD541437

Cover Access Black Square 37 105466X

Pane_ Dash Rh Weldment 38 134774

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl/2 Ty-tt

Screw Mach Trhd 5i16-18uncx3i4 39 134775

Nut Keps 5/t6-t8 Unc

Hood Asm Pnt Weldment GT Slope 40

Nut Pal 50

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20unc X 1/2 51

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 53

Rivet Ratchet Nylon 54

Washer Nylon BIk 28x 75x 19 55

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 3/4 56

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga 57

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 58

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl/2 Ty-tt 59

Grille Grey 60

STD533710

STD541437

STD551025

STD533710

STD523708

1055!1X

I08171X

17490512

137357

109227X

17030808

61 126938X

Lens Headlight Bar Clear

Fender Pnt

Bracket Pnt Fender

Screw Thdro! 3/8-16x3/4 Ty4t

Footrest Pnt Lh (silver)

Footrest Pnt Rh (silver)

Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X3/4

Nut Crownlock 3/8q6 Unc

Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman

Bracket, Asm. Pivot, L.H., Mower

Rear

Bracket, Asm. Pivot, R.H., Mower

Rear

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Locknut Hex W/Washer 3/8-16

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x t6 Ga.

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 7/8

Strap Asm. Fender

Support Battery

Screw ThdroL 5/16-18 x 3/4

Shield Heat Hood GT

Pad Idler

Screw Spiderloc Hex Hd.

#8 x 1/2 AB

Hood Bumpers

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

!8 17 41

32 30

35 36 34

26 i} 54

REPAIR

DRBVE

PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR- -MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

KEY PART

NO. NO.

137371

2 t10422X

3 123667X

4 12000028

5 121520X

6 17490512

7 130802

8 131679

9 19151216

t0 STD56t210

11 105701X

12 19091210

13 71040412

14, STD551125

15 74760540

16 STD541431

17 121520X

18 STD523707

19 STD541437

20 17490512

21 106933X

22 130804

23 STD541437

24 STD541237

25 106888X

26 STD551037

27 STD561210

28 128904

29 124236X

30 130807

31 127289

32 STD523107

33 STD541431

34 122424X

35 120183X

36 STD551062

37 STD571810

38 123674X

39 STD523727

40 4470J

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transaxle 5sp Std Dana, 4l 109070X

Model No. 4360_56 42 19131312

Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 43 STD541437

Pulley Transaxle Alum 44 105706X

Ring Retainer # 5100-62 45 110812X

Strap Pnt Torque 30 Deg Blk 46 12000039

Screw Thdrol 5/16-I8 X 3/4 Tyt 47 127783

Plate Pnt Rod Shift Tia (btk) 48 123789X

Rod Shifter Blk (dana) 49 !23205X

Washer 15/32 X 3/4 X 16ga 50 STD523715

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 1 Cad 5l STD541437

Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole 52 STD551037

Washer 9/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 53 105710X

Bolt Fin Hex 1i4-28unfx3/4 Gr8 54 STD561210

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 55 105709X

Bolt Fin Hex 5/t6_t8 X 2-1/2 56 STD561210

Nut Crownlock 5/!6-18 57 131006

Strap Pnt Torque 30 Deg Btk 58 127290

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X 3/4 59 136715

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 60 19131312

Screw Thdrot 5116-18 X 3/4 Tyt 6t 17490612

Knob Rd 1/2-13 Plstc Thds Blk 62 8883R

Rod Brake Lt 63 140186

Nut Lock Hex Wiwsh 3/8-16unc 64 71170764

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 65 STD551143

Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zff_c 66 129921

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 Ga 67 STD523710

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad 68 19t31312

Rod Brake Parking Lt 69 STD541437

Cap Parking Brake Red 70 134683

Bracket Transmission 71 STD523710

Keeper Belt Lh 72 t9!32012

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 X 3/4 73 STD541437

Nut Crownlock 3/8-18 74 109502X

Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 1 930 75 121749X

Bearing NylonBlk 629 Id 76 STD581075

Washer 21/32 X 1 X16 Ga 77 123583X

Pin Rol_ 3/16 X 1" 78 121748X

Pulley Idler Flat 83 17490612

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-I6unc X 2-3/4

Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp

Keeper Belt Retainer

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Bearing Nyl 503 X 628 X 1 25

Washer Hardened

Ring Klip #t5304-50

Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic

Berlcrank Asm

Retainer Belt Style Spring

Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc X I-1/2

Nut Crowntock 3/8-16 Unc

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 Ga

Link Clutch 7 66

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

Spring Return Clutch 6 75

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

V-belt Ground Drive 98 25

Keeper Belt Rh

Retainer Belt Chassis Lh Zinc

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Cover Pedal Blk Std

Pulley Engine

Bolt Finhex 7/16-20 x 4 g5

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

Keeper Belt Engine Lh Lt

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Nut Crowntock 3/8-I6 Uric

Guide Belt Dr Mower Rh

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-!6unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 1-1/4 X 12 Ga

Nut Crowntock 3/8-16 Unc

Spacer Split ,80xl.94

Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

Ring E #5133-75

Key Square 2 0 X 1845/1865

Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16go

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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25 26 ./:"

// !o 35

: i 45

\ I 11

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18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 133741

2 133988

3 ! 35227

4 135228

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

I0 130468

t! STD551137

12 73610600

13 110438X

14 74011056

15 73901000

16 132624

t7 132614

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

21 STD551125

22 71070410

23 127501

24 1098t6X

Wheel Steering Std Black

Axle Asm Front

Spindle Asm Lh

Spindle Asm Rh

Bearing Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 X ! 5/8 X 16ga

Washer 27/32 X 1 I/4 X 16 Ga

Ring Klip #t5304-75

Bearing Col Strg BIk

Link Drag Sol Bail Jt 20 064

Washer Lock Hvy Htcl Spr 3/8

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Bolt Hex 5/8-I1 Unc X 3-1/2

Locknut Flange 5/8-11 Unc

Pin Axle 5/8 X 1 55/1 54 Lg

Shaft Asm Strg 5/8 X 15 19 Lt

Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033

Support Shaft

Washer Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

Screw Hex Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8

Shaft Asm Pittman

Nyliner Snap In

25 124036X

26 12000029

27 136874

28 6266H

29 17490612

30 STD55t137

31 73610600

32 130465

33 126847X

34 19131416

35 STD561210

36 132196

37 STD6t1005

38 133742

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 104820X

42 124417X

43 121749X

44 121748X

45 12000029

46 121232X

47 6855M

56 19131210

Bracket Steering

Ring KlJp #t5304-75

Gear Sector

Bearing Race Thrust Harden

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech

Bushing Rod Tie BIk Lt

Washer 13/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

Bushing Strg 5/8 Id Dash

Screw Slftp #10-16 X 1/2 Ty-b

insert Cap Strg Wheel Std Blk

Washer 13/32 X 2-3/8 X 8 Ga

Nut Lock Center 3i8-24unf

Adaptor Wheel Strg 640/635id

Boot Shaft Steering

Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga

Ring K[ip #t5304-75

Cap Spindle Fr Top Bik

Fitting Grease

Washer

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917,254860

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

127437

126656X

2751R

STD541437

124181X

17490616

19131614

131451

121251X

t21246X

121248X

72050411

134300

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Seat V350 BIWred Craftsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Clip Line Fue! 13/32 Mtg Hole

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt

Washer 13/32 X t X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Strip Foam Gray Or Black

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap Btk Nyt 50 ld

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-.3/8

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

16 121250X

17 123976X

18 STD511005

19 73951000

20 4!71R

21 105529X

22 STD541431

23 74780814

24 19171912

25 127018X

26 STD551150

28 17490608

Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Screw Sltd Pan Hd #10-32 X 1/2

Nut Keps #10-32 Unf

Clip Insulated 11/32 Mtg Hole

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc BlkZ

Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

Washer Lock Hvy Hlct Spr 1/2

Screw Thdro!. 3/8-!6 x 1/2

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches;

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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DECALS

14 !9 6 3 7 10 8 21 5 8 10 74 14 11

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 136794

2 136128

3 124489X

4 124490X

5 132674

6 133644

7 138139

8 108631X

9 125880X

10 138049

1! 137537

12 4900J

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Deca! Instruction Operat Eng t3 109199X

Decal Engine 18 hp B&S 14 133139

Decal Hood Slope Rh Craftsman 15 136832

Decal Hood Slope Lh Craftsman 18 133179

Decal Grille Lt4000 Craft Usa 19 132267

Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom 20 133178

Decal Panel Side !_CGold/blk 21 131265

Decal(Die Cut) 22 138047

Decal Fender Craftsman Red - - 13831!

Decal Side Panel Die Hard -- 138836

Decal Caution English/Spanish -- 138476

Decal Clutch/brake English -- 138477

DESCRiPTiON

Decat V-bett Dr Sch Tractor E

Decal Chassis 5 Sp 42"

Decal Mower Drive Schematic 42

Decal Mower Qc System

Deca! insr Wh Strg Crafts Usa

Decal Mower 3 in One Conv.

Decal Lightbox

Deca! Battery

Decal Lift Handle

Decal, 1 Pc. Dash LT

Manua!, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

,,10

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X361

8 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X361

9 124632X

10 7152J

11 104757X

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6"front Silver Service

Fitting Grease

Bearing Flange

Rim Asm 8"rear Silver Service

Tire R Ts 20 x 10-8.5 Service

Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

Cap Axle Blk 1 50 X 1 00

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches.

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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ENGINE

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

B C E F G H I

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

ENGINE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

132755

17720410

137518

4 137978

5 136989

6 136988

7 138129

8 t22439X

9 17190408

10 128199

11 STD551125

12 STD522707

13 8545J

t4 13280336

15 13200300

16 STD551237

17 17490624

18 137358

19 105839X

20 105838X

21 STD551025

Control Throt Rh Blk Pd115 10 22

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 23

Engine B&s 18hp, Model No. 25

422707, Type No. 1522-01 27

Muffler Exhaust 29

Exhaust Asm. Left 31

Exhaust Asm. Right 32

Clamp Tube Double Engine 33

Bracket Muffler Mounting 34

Screw Hex Whs Thdcut 1/4-20 Unc 35

Heat Shield Lt 36

Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4 37

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 38

Gasket Muffler

Nipple Pipe 4-1/2" 40

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-I8 Npt 41

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 42

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt 43

Shield Pnt Heat 44

Receptacle 1/4 Turn Dacrotized

Retainer !/4 Turn 365odx 222id

Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga

123650X

128953

137357

126471X

137180

127334X

123549X

t23487X

106082X

17490512

19132012

5277J

3645J

139227

138127

73610600

73680600

Stud 1/4 Turn (replaces 105751

Shield Pnt Heat Browning Grass

Shietd Pnt Heat Hood Gt

Clip Insulator

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear

Cap Asm Fuel Wisym Vented

Clamp Hose Blk

Spacer Pad

Screw Hexwsh Thdrof 5/16-18 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

Line Fue!

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel

Control Choke

Nut Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Nut Crowntock 3/8-16

NOTE: All Component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

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LIFT

28 27

4 5

\°

25 24 '

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i to /

// /

,/ /

/ /

,t /

! /

161718 20

REPAIR

LIFT

PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 136973

2 I22507X

3 105767X

4 12O00002

5 19211621

6 120183X

7 12563tX

8 122365X

I0 122512X

11 134619

12 135388

13 4939M

14 135563

15 127218

16 73350800

17 130171

18 73800800

19 130832

20 3!46R

21 19151216

22 12000037

23 110807X

24 19131016

25 2876H

26;76020308

27 126971X

28 73350600

29 138057

30 t10810X

Rod Asm. Lever

Shaft Asm, Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga.

Bearing Nylong

Grip Handle FJuted

Button Plunger Read

Spring Cprsn

Link Lift Lh Fixed Length

Link Lift Rh Fixed Length

Retainer Spring

Pin Roll Sit 5/16 x 1.25

Link Front

Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion Bik Zinc

Nut Lock WiWsh 1/2-t3 Unc

Arm Suspension Rear

Retainer Spring

Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga,

Ring Klip #T5304-37

Nut Spring

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Spring 2-1/8"

Pin cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod Adj. Lift

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16

Knob Inf. 3/8-16

Trunnion Dp. Stop

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

42" MOWER DECK

60 :_-J

,_:::. 45

37 40

_137

O!7

3"t

I 18

21 22

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

42" tVIOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTmON NO. NO.

1 t38024 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 43 133504

2 STD533107 Bolt 44 134236

3138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 45 STD624003

4 138440 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 46 17720410

4A 132827 Shoulder Boft 5/16-!8 Thd. Form

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 47 131335

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 48 133944

7 73800500 Locknut 5/16-!8 49 133940

8 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 50 131340

9 STD55t137 Washer, Lock 5t STD54t4t0

10 129962 Washer, Hardened 52 105529X

!1 134149 Blade, Mulching, 42" Mower Deck 53 131845

12 129895 Bearing, Bal! 54 133943

13 !37645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 55 133844

(Includes Key Number 12) 56 122052X

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 57 127498

t5 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 58 I28759

16 136929 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 59 t33573

!7 72110618 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x2-1/4 60 134666

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 61 131870

t9 73800500 Locknut 5/16-18 62 127847

20 !36888 Baffle, Vortex 63 121748X

21 STD541431 Nut 64 12000029

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 65 128903

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 66 127845

24 t05304X Cap, Sleeve 67 106932X

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 68 130969

26 110452X Nut, Push 74 136420

27 130968 Shield, Deflector 75 71161010

28 1911 t016 Washer t 1/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 76 t9061216

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 77 STD551110

30 78158 Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.25 78 130758

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 79 2029J

32 129861 Pulley, Mandrel 80 133814

33 137266 Nut, Flanged, Toptock 9/16 8t 133957

34 STD5337!7 Bolt 83 73930600

35 133835 Fastner, Christmas Tree 84 74760512

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 85 73510500

37 19131612 Washer 13/32 x t x 12 Gauge 86 72110504

38 t33502 Spacer, Idler Arm, Upper 87 132263

39 133503 Stiffner, ldlerArm, Upper, 88 132262

Hardened .- _ 130794

40 STD541437 Nut

41 133551 Rod, Pivot, with Nibs -- 138357

42 STD560907 Cotter Pin

DESCRIPTION

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs

Guard, Mandrel, LH

Retainer

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting

1/4-20 x 5/8

Spring, Extension

Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, SHoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Arm, Clutch, Primary

Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs

Spring, Extension, Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8q 6 UNC x 1.44

Keeper, Spring ........

Knob Rd. 3/8-16 Plstc, :':':

V-Belt, 42" Mower

Mutcher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge, Donut

Nut, Lock 3/8-16

Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4

Nut. Keps 5/16 - 18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/t6 UNC x 1/2

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel LH

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-!0, 12-15, 31 and 33)

Mower Deck, Complete (Std. Deck,

Order separately mulcher blade,

mulcher plate and gauge wheel

components Key Nos. t 1, 74-88)

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

1 inqh = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR -MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-56

11,_ 20 24

/53

26 27

tt,=

34 35

19 40

55 56

45*

56 55

5051 19

62 63

/65

68 69 67

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 9!7,254860

DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360'56

KEY PART :: KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 t38248 Housing, Upper 4I t05928X

2 2274J Screw, Self-Tapping, Large 42 106605X

1/4-20x.734 43 134394

3 134400 Bali, Detent 44 120473X

4 105904X Spring, Detent 45 106596X

5 t05905X Screw, Set

6 134788 Kit, Shifter Assembly 46

7 !34399 Boot, Shifter 47

8 120951X Puck, Friction 48

9 134791 Screw, Self-Tapping, with Sealer 49

!0 2267J Ring, Retaining 50

11 134793 * AssembJy, Kit, Shim .625 Shaft 5t

12 I20407X Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth 52

13 120415X Washer, Plain _632x 1.38 x .046 53

14 2257J Key, Woodruff, #9 54

15 106846X Assembly, Kit, Input Shaft 55

t6 !06095X Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth 56

t7 !05909X Ring, Retaining 57

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 58

t9 10591tX Bearing, Flange 59

20 138242 Gear, Spur, 14 Teeth 60

21 138246 Collar, Clutch 61

22 138238 Assembly, Kit, Clutch Keys 62

23 138240 Bearing, Flange 63

24 138245 Shaft, Intermediate 64

25 2244j Key, Woodruff, #61 65

26 I05916X Ring, Retaining 66

27 120470X Sprocket, t8 Teeth 67

28 110070X Spacer

29 108977X Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth 68

30 124644X Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth 69

31 108980X Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth 70

32 t20406X Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth 71

33 134796 Gear, Spur, 119Teeth 72

34 !34797 Spacer 1.I33 x 1.50 x .375 73

35 105925X Washer, Plain .640 x 1.37 x .06t

36 2232J Washer, Plain .632 x t.00 x .026 *

37 t08978X Spacer .630 x 1.00×.169

38 1t0079X Assembly, Gear, C_mbination of

12 Teeth and 35 Teeth

Shaft, Idler

Spacer .633 x .87 x.755

39 t24639X

40 t20472X

I05933X

106589X

120408X

105937X

105936X

2226J

134401

2264J

120474X

!20409X

10594tX

110071X

120952X

106592X

t20475X

138247

I20961X

7294J

t08989X

I20953X

t20954X

134799

138244

108996X

120956X

73810500

138241

120416X

Sprocket, 9 Teeth

Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth

* Assembly, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft

Shaft, Drive

Screw, SelFTapping, Large

5/16-18 X 1.44

Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth

Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth

Spacer .781 x 1.00 x .375

Washer, Plain .632 x 1.00 x .060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain .758 x 1.25 x .031

Axle, LH.

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Axfe, R.H.

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Self-Tapping, Large

5f16-18 x 2.25

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain .32! x 1.00 x .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Locknut 5/16-24

Square Ring

Grease

Use in Combinations to maintain proper clearances

** Order Key No. 15

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,254860

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1522_01

304

881

74I

1019 LABEL KIT l

358 GASKET SET ]

22O _1£A

* REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO iNSTALL,

SEE REPAIR tNSTRUCTIO N MANUAL.

REPAIR PARTS

t8 HP 42" TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1522..01

e s_2

35;8 GASKET SE_

t861 PUMP REPAiR KIT_

['_2' CARBURETOR tOVERHAUL KiT

'_ 238

537

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917=254860

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER ! 522-0t

468

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

BRIGGS &STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1522-01

R_ferer_ce_umb_r __ 309 _310

................... !Mo_';T'an_| T.%'_o_t

Manufacturer |Drive Ass'v. J AsseMblv

'Includes Brush S_I

311

Brush

39553B

544

Armature!

Assemb_

390837

aol

Dr{re End C=p

Assembly

394860

j002 I 8o_ l

..... I Housing ]

End Cap Ass'y, ] AssemblY4

Commutaio_"

3gss3z. ! 3_8_s_ I

Reference _ 5!0 ] 5!3

tVIotor Mfr, O r ou__....__ Assembly_

_" Bd _s & Svatton

L _2v L4.9042i .[ 398oo3

7;83

Gear

280104

_6 I 8_6

,Sprin_ .Ki t| Pin

' ' I

490467 94288(COpper_

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

BRIGGS &STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1522=01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCR_PT!ON NO. NO. DESCRIPT!ON

t 494533

2 399265

3 391086

5-t 493457

5-2 493458

7-1 271867

7-2 271868

8-1 398065

8-2 222892

9 27803

10 94382

11 280225

12 271703

271188

271189

13 94565

15 94239

15A 94497

16 394028

94196

!8 493304

20 291675

21 399195

22 94724

23 491180

24 222698

25 394955

394956

394957

394958

26 394959

394960

394961

394962

27 260924

28 299691

391286

29 394306

397158

32 94671

33 390420

34 261528

35 65906

36 26828

40 221596

41 292260

42 93630

Cylinder Assembly 45 261368

Bearing, Cylinder 46 213520

Seat, Oil 50 2!3290

Head, Cylinder Number 1 5! 271412

Head, Cylinder Number 2 51A 280319

* Gasket, Cylinder Head Number 1 52 270884

* Gasket, Cylinder Head Number 2 53 93970

Breather Assembly Number 1 54 93208

Cover, Breather, Cylinder Number 2 75 222511

(Use with Key Number 572, Air 78 94326

Bafftewith Mounting Holes) 81 223016

* Gasket, ValveCover 90 495181

Screw, Sems 91 495035

Tube, Breather 93 231209

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover 1/64" 94 491538

*Gasket, Crankcase Cover .005" 95 93499 •

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover .009"

Screw, Cylinder Head 96 221939

Plug, Oil Drain 97 392672

Plug, Pipe 98 91920

Crankshaft 99 26157

Key, Timing Gear 102 271607

Base Assembly, Crankcase !03 298514

Seal, Oil 104 230896

Seal Assembly, Cylinder Plug 105 394683

Screw, Sems, Crankcase Cover t07 491543

Mounting I08 223534

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly, 109 392673

Magneto 1I6 280474

Key, Flywheel !!7 231338

Piston Assembly, Standard 1t9 94152

Piston Assembly .010" Oversize 120 92290

Piston Assembly .020" Oversize 12t 491539

Pision Assembly .030" Oversize 127 223472

Ring Set, Piston, Standard 161 398826

Ring Set, Piston .010" Oversize 165 94289

Ring Set, Piston .020" Oversize 187 299146

Ring Set, Piston 4030" Oversize 188 93535

Lock, Piston Pin 20t 262683

Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard 202 262684

Pin Assy., Piston .005" Oversize 203 280997

Rod Assembly, Connecting 203A 490207

Rod,,Assembly, Connecting," 205 93971

.020 Undersize Crankpin Bore 206 94298

Screw, Connecting Rod 207 262337

Valve, Exhaust 209 262352

Valve, Intake 209A 261563

Uses: 393606 Seal Assembly and

Retainer (Key Number 868)

Spring, Intake Valve

Spring, Exhaust Valve

Retainer, Intake Valve

Rotocoil, Exhaust Valve

Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoif(2)

_r'e

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam

Manifold, intake

Gasket, Carburetor & Intake Elbow

Spacer, Carburetor

Gasket, Intake Manifold Mounting

Screw, Sems, Carburetor Mounting

Screw, Sems, tntake Manifold Mnt.

Washer, Spring

Screw, Sems

Lock, Muffler Screw

Carburetor Assembly

Body Assembly, Upper Carburetor

Bushing, Throttle Shaft

Valve Assembly, Carburetor Idle

Screw, Seres, Throttle and Choke

Valve Mounting

Valve, Tllrottle

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Screw, Machine, Fillister Head

Spring, Throttle Adjustment

Gasket, Carburetor Body

Float, Carburetor

Pin, Float Hinge

Valve, Fuel Inlet

Body, Lower Carburetor

Valve, Choke

Shaft and Lever, Choke

O-Ring

Jet, Needle Valve

Screw, Sems, Hex Head

Washer, Lock

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Plug, Welch

Body, Air Cleaner

Nut, Wing

Line, Fuel, 28" (Cut to Suit)

Screw, Hax Head

Link, Governor

Link, Throttle

Crank, Bell

Crank, Belt

Screw, Shoulder

Nut, Square

Spring, Compression

Spring, Governor

Spring, Governor Idle

* Included in Gasket Set (49t856)

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (491539)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (49!856), and

Carburetor Overhaul Kit (49t 539)

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

! inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

18 HP 42" TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.254860

BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE _ MODEL NUMBER 422707, TYPE NUMBER 1522-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

216 262375

219 393415

219A 394348

220 222773

222 491282

224 94297

227 491297

229 62199

230 223882

232 262539

235 224039

240 493629

244 230318

257 93897

258 93949

259 223890

265 221535

267 93496

284 94264

284A 93469

304 492656

305 94608

94513

306-1 222846

306-2 223734

307 94386

308-I 222848

308-2 222849

309 -_-

319 394988

332 230674

333 394891

334 93381

337 802592

356 494705

358 491856

363 19203

383 89838

387 280197

392 261395

394 270988

414 223882

422 222875

432 221377

434 223688

435 93829

445 394019

467 493903

468 224521

474 393474

482 93621

523 494927

524 271157

524A 271485

Link 525 495348

Oil Slinger Assembly 528 3938t5

Gear, Governor 535 271271

Washer, Thrust 537 271411

Plate Assembly, Governor Control 552 262332

Screw, Pan Head 552A 262331

Lever Assembly, Governor 556 93585

Washer 562 93853

Washer, Governor Crank, inside 567 93777

Spring, Governor Control

Shield, Spitback 569 276062

Fiiter, Fuel (tn Fuel Line to Tank) 572 224580

Connector, Impulse Pump 573 491304

Screw, Sems 592 92278

Screw, Seres 601 93053

Bracket, Cable 615 94296

Clamp, Casing 616 491530

Screw, Hex Head 634 2710!3

Screw, Hex Head 634A 491287

Screw, Hex Head 635 66538

Housing, Blower 642 223579

Screw, Seres 1/2 643 223714

Screw, Sems 3/4 726 39t362

Shield, Cylinder

Shield, Cylinder 741 262694

Screw, Sems 819 94675

Cover, Air Guide 842 271170

Cover, Air Guide 847 394394

Motor, Starting (See Chart on 851 221798

tItustrated Pages for Part 858 270989

Numbers) 859 271025

Armature Assembly 860 261358

Nut, Hex 86t 393397

Armature Group, 868 393606

MAGNETRON®Ignkion 869 261463

Screw, Seres, Armature Mounting 870 213316

Plug, Spark, Resistor (with 871 261961

Gasket) 231218

Wire, Ground 877 393456

Gasket Set 881 212455

Puller, Flywheel (OptionalAccy.) 955 397882

Wrench, Spark Plug !005 280815

Body, Pump 1006 224413

Spring, Pump 1019 491262

Diaphragm

Washer

Clamp, Oil Filler

Cap, Spring

Cover, Diaphragm

Screw, Diaphragm Cover

Cartridge, Air Cleaner

Knob, Air Cleaner

Screen, FIush Rotating

Stator, Alternator, Dual Circuit

Screw, Sems

Cap and Dipstick, Oif Filler

Seal, Filler Tube

Seal, Tube

Tube, Oil Filler

Impulse Line and Clamp Assembly

Element, Air Cleaner

*** Gasket, Air Cleaner

Lower Bushing, Governor

Upper Bushing, Governor

Screw, Seres, Hex Head

Bolt, Governor Lever

Screw, Hex Head, Back Plate to

Cylinder

* Gasket, Crankcase

Baffle, Air, Cylinder Number 2

Back Plate Assembly

Nut, Hex

Clamp, Fuel Line

Retainer, E_Ring

Crank, Governor

** Washer, Throtte Shaft

Seal, Governor Shaft

Elbow, Spark Plug

Cover, Air Cleaner

Cartridge Plate, Air Cleaner

Gear', Flywheel Ring

(tncludes Mounting Parts)

Gear, Timing

Screw, Hex Head

Sea!, Oil Filter Cap

Dipstick and Tube Assembly

Terminal, Ignition Cable

.... Diaphragm, Damping

.... Gasket, Carburetor Pump

.... Spring (2)

Repair Kit, Pump

Seal Assembly and Retainer

Sea[, Intake Valve, Standard

Seat, Exhaust Valve, Standard

Guide, Exhaust Valve

Guide, Intake Valve (See Manuai)

Connector Assembly

Cover Plate, Crankcase

Plug and Seal, Solenoid

Fan, Flywheel

Retainer, Fan

Decat Kit

R PM Settings: Low: I200-1600, High: 3200-3400

* Included in Gasket Set (491856)

** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (491539)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (491856), and

Carburetor Overhaul Kit (491539)

.... included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit

(491539),

and Pump Repair Kit (393397)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

SERVICE OTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15°MAX.

iii i IIIHIIIIIIIII • IIIIII IIIIII II I I I

_i /_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not

!_t AA greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

!1 _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control, Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes,

S_F/A/RS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.254860

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

£RI:IFTZMIIN®

18 HP TWIN CYLINDER

ELECTRIC START

3 in One Convertible

42" MOWER

5 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has

its own model number.

The model number for your tractor witl 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 listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most

Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

"PRODUCT -LAWN TRACTOR

*MODEL NUMBER- 917.254860

, ENGINE MODEL NO. - 422707, TYPE NO. 1522-01

- PART NUMBER

* PART DESCRIPTION

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.

138476 Rev, 5 8,17.93 Printed in U.S.A.

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