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917.256451

ODEL

OWNER'S MANUAL

_°Assembly
_ _Qperation
_ CUstomer Responsibilities
_ Service and Adjustments
_ Repair Parts

_AUToOP_; Read and follow
FOR CONSUMER

all safety

ASSISTANCE

rules

and instructions

before

operating

HOT LINE, CALL THiS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

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this equipment.

t-800-659-5917

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SAFETY
Practices RULES
for Ride-On

Safe Operation

Mowers

IMPORTANT:
THIS CUTTING MACHINE [S CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING
HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING
OBJECTS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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GENERAL

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Read_ understand, and foI!ow all instructions in the manual
and onthe machine before starting.
Only a!tow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine,
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers,
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
!ook 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 ptace.
SIow down before turning.
Never leave 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 uncIogging
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.

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SLOPE OPERATION

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OPERATION

Itl. 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 actMty.
Never assume that
chitdren will remain where you last saw them.
°
Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful
care of another responsible adult.
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Be alert and turn machir_e 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 children to operate the machine.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
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SERVICE

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Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuets. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fue! with the engine
running. Altow engine to cool 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 bolts, especially blade attachment botts, 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.
Clean oil or fuel spiIlage.
Atiow machine to cool before
storing.
StOP and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never make adjustmerits or repairs with the engine running.
Grasscatchercomponentsaresubjecttowear,
damage, and
deterioration, which could expose moving parts or aliow
obiects to be thrown. Frequently check components and
replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec*
essary.
Mower blades are shaqo and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
Check brake operation frequently.
Adiust and service as
required.

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Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control
and
tipover accidents, which can result in severe _njuryor death.
All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the
slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

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DO:
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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. Tal! grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you wiJl not have
to stop or shift while on the slope.
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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 att movement on the slopes stow and gradual Do not
make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the
sfope,

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DO NOT:
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly
and gradua]ty downhill, if possible.
Do not mow near drop-effs, ditches, or embankments. The
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge
of aCtiff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
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Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding.
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DO not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the
ground,
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Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions, _t means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY JS INVOLVED,
CAUTION:

Always disconnect

spark ptug

spark
plug
in order
to prevent
accidental
wire and
place
wire where
it cannot
contact
starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING

2

The engine exhaust from this product cpnrains c_iemicais known tothe State of Cati_or.
nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or Other
reproductive
harm.

PRODUCT

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears
Tractor, It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possibte dependability and
performance.

HORSEPOWER:
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¢'T" Y
GA_OL,NE
_,A,_ A_I,
._
_A ND TYPE:

Should you experience any probiem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized
Sewice Center/Department,
We have competenL we_itrained technicians and the proper tools to se_iice or repair
this tractor,

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Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.
Always obsewe the "SAFETY RULES".
MODEL
NUMBER

SPEO F OAT1ONS
12.5
! .25 _'_A_ t ,'_......
UNLEADED REGULAR
SAE 30 (above 32'W)
SAE 5W-30 (below 32'_F)

TY_>E (API-SFiSG):

OIL CAPACITY:

3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
(GAP: .030")

CHAMPION RJIgLM
STD 3614.58

VALVE CLEARANCE:

INTAKE:
EXHAUST:

GROUND_SPEED

FORWARD:
Ist
2rid
3_d
4tt_
5th
REVERSE:

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917,256451

(MPH):

SERIAL
t NUMBER

THE MODEL
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AND SERtAL

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NUMBERS

TIRE PRESSURE;

WILL BE FOUND

A b_a,s Maintenance
Agreement
uct° Contact you_ nearest oearo

the safety

Foliow a regt_ar schedule
doiny yOU, ,R:_,,_._...
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14 PFL
12 PS:i

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i BATTEF1Y:

AMP!FIR:
MtN° CCA:
CASE SIZE::

]_aL_-,b__BOLT TORQUE:

30°35 FI', _ _ _:"

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Js available on this prod_
store for details,

25
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WARNING:
This tractor
is equipped
with an internai
combustion
engine and sho_..lld not be used on or near any
unimproved
forest-covered,,
br-sh-covered
or grass-.cov -.
e{-ed land uniess the engine's exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestor meeting applicable
iocai o__st_,_ta laws
(if any), if a spark attester is useG it should be maintained
in effective working oMer by the operator.
in the state of Caiifomia
the above is _equired by !aw
(Section 4442 of the Caiifomia
Pubiic Resb'urces Code).
O_.h_r _t;:_l_:P,rnav _ave s rnila_ laws. Fede "_.ilaws _,b[) V on
f_de_i
lands
A s ad< a_"es_e_ for t_ m_,ff _r i's av;diabte
through your nearest Sears Authorized
::;ervk>_ Cented
DepaRment
(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

roles.

in maintaining,

1,0
2.1
3. I
4.0
5.'i
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3 AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS Iflc.ADLiL-_fmtS

j CHA_GING..,
._.:,Y'S __M.

s :NANkA ! ACSR {E aENT

Read and obsewe

FRONT:
RF _ n,

THi_ SEAT.

rot ; qHthUi D RE,J .DRD BOTH S;_4 ..In,_ 17i32 x i-3ii6

{i } _ -oct-",_
_asnei" 112

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Steednq _ v",4
neei

Ad::::_.ioter

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7

x 12 ¢:sauge

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(2) _" "

$

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t27 ...... _=v,:÷,,.-.
"i,a4<;20 8!4

{2) Hex Nuts 114-20

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. , ,_._,c_W_she,,.'s t!4
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t2) V'_8.sb,e,,'s _,,ai_°,,_.
x 518 )ts in dash and
push down to secure.

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Slide steedng wheei adapter onto upper steedng shaft,.
o._it_.__,
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,, n,...._,'.
_o.
_.,front wheeis of the-'+r..,,--',_.........
e,
_,,,t,
_;=,y
a_e poiKt;ng
st..'aight fo_wa_'d.
_* Position steedng wheel so cross bars are hoAzontai
{ieft to dght) and siide onto adaptor..
o_ Assets:hie l_cu._ fiat wasf_er :=,_e3/8-z_,_iocknut
........
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and
t_ghten secure 8,
_> Snap steering whee_ insert into center of steering
wheel,
'_ Remove protective ptastic from tractor hood and gdk
1M_OR ANTk, HECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES
IN SK![) THAT MAY PUNCTU RE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

is To ROLL O_:F SKtO,

TO BOLL TRACTOR
OFF SKID
(See
tics s®ctios
f@_ !oeat]o_
and _unetion

Opera°
of con-

t_ols)
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Press _itt}ever plunger and _ais¢ attachment lift lever to
}is highest position.
Re!ease parking brake by depressing clutch/brake
peda!.
P!ace gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
Rol tt'actor backwards off skid.
Remove banding holding discharge guard up agains;:
tractor.

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Use

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BUsf
The tires on you_"tracto__were ovednflsted
shipping purposes: Co_rect tire pressure
test cutting periofmancso
Reduce tire pressure _e PSI shown
SPEC!FtCATJONS' on page 3 of this
OH_OK

©_OK

at the factor_ for
is important for
in "PRODUCT
manual.

LEV_LHESS

Forbestc_4tting
resuits_
mower housingshouldbe pFoperiy
leveled, See N°O L._2VELMOWER
HOUSING"
in the
Serdce @nd Adius'tmet_ts
sectiono_thismanual.

See the figut"es that a_e showr., for re@acing motion and
mowe_° b!ade diive be!ts in the Secvioe and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify thst the belts are routed
corrt_ctly,
I:;£&AT
/$ ##
;-u_er
you Ieat'n how to ope_a_e your tractor, checL Io see
that t_e
=-_ brake is p_'opedy adjusted. Se_-'."TO
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A©JUST

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i'[}aflIlal,
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'I''?I£FQV
£i,L)I< O00:?I

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BEFC_RE YOU OPE];©_,7'2: AND &-N#OY YOUR NEW
7WACTOR, WF Vi:,qSH_"0 Aoo
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urn..
= ,c-TH,q 7-"ytOU RES'E'I VE
7WEBLY:S'T
PI£'/::_FOF_%IANCE
ANDS/4 FiSF:AC 770N #-i:_OH
N-lie QI_z_£iTY PRODUCK
PLi.EASE REWzZW K_E FOLiOW!NG

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f.';;,,:-3

OHEC_:fZ._ST;"

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All assemNy }nstl°uctiens have been compJeted.

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No rems_ining ioose pa',_tsin earl:on.

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Battery is pr,,.)peAyp_epa_ed and chai'ged.
! !_,our_'.t'¢ amps).

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Seat is adjus%_=,d
comfor!:e_biy and tightened secL_reiy.

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AI tit'es are pi'operiy inflated. (For shippi¢.,g putpcses,
the tiles were ovednfisted at the factory)°

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Be sure mower deck is pi'opedy ieveied side-to-:side/
front.;to-rea_ l%r be.st cutting _'esuits. (Th'es y_ft..istbe
ptepe_ly inflated fe_ ieve!ing).

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Oheck mower _.q"sd
ddve be!ts. Se sure they are routed
p_operiy aro_nd puleys and inside at bait keepet-s.

(MinimL,'m

t.,f,_osswiring, oee m.a_.al connections are s,.&,secure
and wires are propedy cIamped.
WH&K fiEARN@G HOW7"O USE YOUR KRA OrOR. PAY
E)(_r-?A A 7hCEN770N TO THESFOLLOWING IMPORTANT
!7_MS:
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Engine oit is at proper ]ev@,

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Fuei tank is filied wkh fresi% clean, reguiar unIeaded
gasoline.
Become familiar with al controls - their location and
function, Operate them befo._e you sta_ the engL__e,

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7"

Be sure b_ake system is in safe operating con,::i_tion.

Thesesymbo!smayappearonyourtracto_orin literaturesuppliedwiththep_'oducto
Learnandunde,,stand
thei_meaning.

BATTERY

CAUTIONOR
WARNING

REVERSE

ENGINEON

ENGINEqFF

OILFREo,_,I.;_:.

_H J,\_;.

rUE_

REVERSE

MOWER UFT

_ANG_:_,

FORWARD

MOWER HEIGHT

DiFFEREN]]AL

NEUTF_AL

AttACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

-_v"_

FAST

SLOW

LIGHTSON

LIGHTS" .......
L_Y .....

PARKING BRAKE

jNo_,_.Klxb'

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IGNiTiON
..,LUTort DISENGAGED

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL
(Hydro Models oniy)

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

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ON

A_i-_u_ _%gUH FRAC I OH
._,-0E,_uW:£
TM THIS
OWNEWS

_ANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPE_ATING

YOUR

TRACTOR

cvmu_:_,_
e the i!iu.sti'ations with your tractor to famiiarize yourse! with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
this rqar uai fi:)r ?.mxe refers)nee.

Save

Our t,.,,,_q-',,e_,.'o_
s_.eed before starting up o_ down
>.

Avoid stopping .::_changirsg speed on isils.
if s}owir_g _!{ ecessary,
sbwe_" pos_i:ton,

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move throttie control {ever to

H"s:oppi_g Js..}psoluteJy' necessa% push ck£chiD_ake
pedai q.Hc}dy te brake position and engage pa_king

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brai.aabo_
- _'_-'.move the in.......
rottF',,cont tel to t_e fast
(@) position.
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1%e <_.4t_d__=.nts and g,o._na ch,_,e car,,now be used. !f
the erx]ine does not scOOp!,the !oad, restart the ,_"-_
%in_:,
"_
and aibw it to warm up for one minute using the choke
as described above.

COLD WEATHI:!!R STARTING
-_

( 50':' F and beiow)

VVhen e.ngine sta _:s,allow engine to run with the throttle
control in the choke (]\]) position until the engine runs
roughly, then move throi:fie control to _ast (.'@)position.
This may require an e_!;ff,e warm--t_p period from
severai seconds to several minutes_ depending on the
temperature.

_'-' The attachmer_ts can also be used c!uring the engP_e
warm-.upperiod
NiOT_: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold
temperatures {bebw 32 F) the carburetor fuei mi4tu!'e may
ADJUST CARaURE] O q"' in the Service and Adjusm_ents
section of this manual.

FIG, 8

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I _ _}Tia _g(: _mx<:_o[te_; wilen
2,

:':f. i
4-

opera:ring

S<}!_/i?;_ moe_ ofte;_ !,/net,, ope_(,£fng
::du :}_ed wRh

;:_epk_ ;a bktdes

oii fif;'er, chm:ga
more

o[_ea when

under

a hear 7 ioad

its @ty

o!' dasty

ot evsy

or in hif_h amb[erll

temperatures,

colditions,

50 hours,

mow_i G ]rl sandy

,';-._ol.

BI

ES

5 - If aquipae<,i wlti_ _:ctjusiabie sy.sterr_.
",B- Not reqq_ed if ,_quipped with mainlenm_ced,_e6 batep/.
7 - Tl!7_:#.eniront ax}_:_pivot boll to 35 fblbs, maximum,
Do fiat ovsqighten.

Son% adjtJstme_sts wiif %-ed to be rP.,adepe_°iodically to
7:',_opetiymsJr_taitsyour tr%i:or.
AII adjt,_stmer;ts ir_t!-e Semicf; and Adlus';:ments section of
t!;is .................... _ be checked ai: ,.._._ o, ,c_...,_a..o,,,
Once a year you shouid }'epJace the spa_°kplug, clean
or replace ai_ tilted a_sd check blades and belts for
we% A new spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air@el mixture and he!p your engir_e run better
and last longer°
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_'Dt_ _-? "- e"<,__ -__,;',_'=
bh_{.: erigiRe

011 ,:,_e

Oheck b:ak:e operatk}n.
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C_-#._
-_-.,,
_._....,..
tit-e p_'essure.
Check '._of" :o'_s,.,
"
. .. _astefiers.

!ITtPORTANT;
DO NOT OIL OR GREASE
THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL. NYLON BEARINGS.
VISOOUS LUBRICANTS WILl., ATTRACT
DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
Tlq_ LolF_ OF THE SELF+LLIBRICATING
BEARINGS.
IF YOU
r"£EL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED,
USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE
TYPE LUBRICANT
SPARINGLY,

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CU

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TRACTOR

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Always obsewe safety rules when performing any ma]nteRanc@_

BRAKE OPBRATIOH

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if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gea,r, then brake must be adjusted.
(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the SewJce and Adjust°
merits section of this manual)_

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BLADB

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Maint@n proper air pressure in al! tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIF]CATIONS" on page 3 of this manuat)°

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

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

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BLAD£

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Fo_"best resu!ts mower blades must be kept sharp_ Replace bent or damaged btades,

BLAD£

R_,MOVAL

(See

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, An
unbalanced blade wil cause excessive vibration and eventuat damage to mower and engine,

_dg°_'°°
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Raise mower to highest position to allow acce@s to
biades.
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Remove hex belt, iock washer and flat washer securing
biade.

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i.qstal new or resharpened blade with traiIng edge up
towards deck as shown.

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The blade can be sharpened with a fiie or on a grinding
wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
To check blade balance, yo u wit! need a 5/8" diameter
steel boit, pin_ or a cone baiancer. {When usk'6Ja cone
baianc@r, blow the instructions supplied with bah
ancer)_

Side blade on to an unthreaded poddon of the steel bolt
or pin and held the boit or pin paraiiei with the :£!round..
if blade ;s balanced: it should remain in a hodzont_i
position, !f either end of the !:,'.lademoves downwar:::i_
shad°penthe heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Reassemble hex boll _ock washer and fiat washer in
exact order as shown.
_, Tigi_tep, bolt securely @0-35. FI_._....,_:_._
h_, torque}o..
',:_ ,¢I_;1HI: ;.:_:,u,._ =.,..,,.....iSGRADEoilEAT
_hEAIID.
NOTE: We do not £_cor'nmer@sharpenir_g bl_._de-bul: if you
do, be sure the blade is balanced

HOT_!: Do not use a nail fo_ balancing his.de. The lobes of
the center hole may appear Io be centered, but a_e net

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HOT_: Although multi°viscosity oils (5W30, IOW80 etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F. Check your engine oii level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.

8A_'%EF_Y
Your tracto_ _aasa battet_/charging system which is sufficient for normat use. -However, periodic charging of the
batte%' with an automotive charger wiIt extend its lifeo
_,,._p
hatter, and termina!s ctean.

Change the oH 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.

Keep battery bo_ts tight.
Keep smatl vent holes open.
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Check the crankcase oil levei before staring the engine
and after eacheigh_ (8) hours of operation: Tighten oi! fitt
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oii level.

Recharge at 6d 0 amperes for I hour..

Co__c,
sion and d._ on :_hebatte%_and tem_inais can cause
the battery to %ak _'power,
_ Open battery box di}or.

TO u.r_._P._r
'_.:_
u: ENGINE O!L (See Figs. 11 and 12)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet AP! sewlce classification SF or SG.

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Disconnect SLACK batte_y cable first then RED bat.tery cane {_md_'emove battery f,_omtractor°

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i_;nse the battery v_,'ith
pia;n wate_ and dry.

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Ciean tem__inais and battei% °cabi,e ends with wire b_usis
,tintii bfighL
Reinst:{d[ battery (See _'CONNECT' BANTERY" in the
Assembiy section of th{s manuai)_

_,h..s.....\ .,_ .... _or.... _ro,;_._ .... and wear after !00 hours of
._..........u._, ,_.;.,_rs
_eptace if necessary_ Yhe baits am not
adjustable_ Heplace _a_ ,.,,,,if :_hev becim _o sup from wear.

_',_;_u t ....... " ......

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Oil wil! drain more freely when warm.
_'_oh oi! in a suitable container.
Remove eli fi!I cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt
to e_ter the engine when changing oil.

'_, Coat terminats with @'ease of petroleum ]eI_y.
_,

lBe sure tractor is on Ievel surface.

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Remove drain plug.

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After oii has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely.

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Refili e,%ine with oil through oil fill dips£ick tube. Pour
slowiv. _!2 not ove_iitli For approximate capacity see
PRODU,,,
oP,.._t_t, _LA,]ONS
0n page 3 of this
manual,
Ose gauge on oil filI cap/dipstick fo_'checking ievel. Be
sure dipstick cap is tightened securely fo_ accurate
,e_...dmg. Keee oii at "FULL" line on diostic£

{tom build-up o_ dS: and (,,la,_ which

C:CFi _"eSti'iC _,,.;,.u_h;
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OIL HLL
CAPiDIPS'?_8}(
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Ortiy sue high quaiity detergent oil rated with AP_ service

SP{_{",i!St:)OSNY GRADES

i
F_G,, 12
[ c""
,_

.30 _

..2@'

i

TT'MP_FiATUR_

.10 _.

0_

RANG@ ANTICIPATED

F_G, II

.!0,_

20 _

.')O_

BEFOg:V:: NEXT OIL CHANG_

40 '_ [

[

tBl _S
AtE FILTE_

(See Fi9o 13)

OL£AN

Your engine wi! not run pmperiy usir_g a dirty air filter.
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after even./25 hours of operation or eveR/season.
Service paper ca_ridge ever 7 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

INGtNI

Remove knob(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE PAE-CLEANER
o

AIR SCREEN

(See Figo t4)

Air screen must be kept fr_e of dlR and chaff to prevent
engine damage from overheatir_go Ctean with a wire brush
or compassed air to remove dirl arqd stubborn dried gc._m
fibers.

COOLING

FINS (See £g.

!4

Remove any dust, dirt or oii from _ngi_e cooling fins to
prevent engine damage from ov_rheating.

Slide foam pYe-cieaner off cartridge.

*,

Remove screws from biower housing and !ift housing
and dipstioR tube assembly off engine°

Squeeze Jt dB_ in a clean cloth.

_

Cover ot ftl openi_g to prevent entry of dirL

_

Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it Jn clean, absorbent
cioth and squeeze to remove excess oil

<_ Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly
clean englr_,ecooling fins.

,o

If very diRy or damaged, replace pro-cleaner.

Wash it in fquid detergent and water,

To reassemble, reverse above procedure°

Reinstat p_e-clearler over cartridge.
Reinsta!i cover and secure with k_ob(s}..
TO SERVICI C/\RTRIDGE

Ii!Gill

@OOLIIQ

Fl(]h i 4

FIG. t3

17

7IN::I

CUSI°O
_V_UFFL£R

ILiT ES
,.

!nsoect and reotace
corroded muffi_,
_-, and spark attester (if
,
equipped) as it co,aid create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARX

PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever
occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manuat.

1N,dN[{

RiF, L _aLTER

(See Fig° I5)

'_IG,
15

The rue! fiiter should be reptaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged_ obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.
With e%ine
sections.

CLEANING
.>_ Clean engine,batte% seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
ma_ter.

cool, remove filter and plug fuei line

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

P_e _,p,*,f-_ fiiter in sos t or in fuei line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor,
',

_,

Be sure there are no fuel line teaks and ciamps are
p_opedy positioned.

Protect paff_ted sudaees

with automotive

type wax,

We do not recommend using a garden hose to ctean your
tractor unbss the electrical system, muffier_ air filter and
carburetor are Covered to keep water ouL Water in engine
can resuit in .a shortened engine life.

!mmed;ately wipe up any spiiigd gasoline.

18

A
CAUTION:

E

BEFORE PERFOR_IN_:_ ANY SERVICE OR AOJU_T_ENT_:

Depress c_utch#brake pedai fuliy and set parkin 9 brakeo
o
o
#

P_ace 9eat'shift _eve__n _seut_a_{N) positior_0
P_ace attschme_t ciutch i__"O_S_NGAGED" positioned
_m
ignition key "OF_" and ram®re key,
Make sure the blades arid a_ moving parts have comp_eteiy stopped.
O_sconneot spark P_4g wire from spa_k plug and p_ace wire where it cannot come in co#tact with

TO RE,_!#_©V_{ B_qOW_R (See

Pig_, 18).
CL, LITCbl

Mower wiil be easierto remove _rom th#_dght side of tractor,

RO_

L,_V_R

P!ace attachment clutch in "©;SENGAGDD '_position.
Move attachment JiltIever forward Io iower mower to its
iowest position°
_

RoJl be!t off engir_e pa!Iey,,

,_

Disco_ssect cit£ch rod from clutch iever by removing
retainer spring.

'_

Disco;_nect anti.-sway bar from chassis bracket by
removing retainer spring.

/

Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets
by ,_emoving retainer springs.
Disconp,,ec_front links from deck by removing retainer
sprhsgs.
o

F_aise !ift lever to raise s_Jspensio_sa_"ms.Slide mower
out from ur_der _racto£

_[_.aPO£TA_tT'; tF AN ATTACHMENT O]'HER THAN THX
MOW_!iR DECK _{!:;TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,
REMOVi_i ]i--.i_:£F:qON! L!NKS_

_

Raise attschmer-_t lift ieve_ to ib highest position°

_

S_ide _ssowerunder tractor with discharge guapJ to dght
side of tra:::-tor.

o

Lowe_ lift ieve_ to its iowest positio_

_*

hstatt

mower

_I peve_,se

o(der

_ .... _

_

!9

9:USP_NS_ON
ARbIS

FRON'T
UNKS

[

ENTS
TO L£VBL

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)
IR,1PORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL StDEZFOoSIDE. IF
THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT tS
NECESSARY, BE SURETO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS
EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

kaOW_£R HOU.,,_sNG

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on tevel ground or
driveway.
Make sure tires are properly inflated (See
"PRODUCT SPEC1F}CAT!ONS" on page 3 oftMs manuat).
!f ti_es are over or undefinfiated, you win not properly adjust
your mower.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing
should be adjusted so that the front is approximately I/4" to
3/4" lower than the rea_ when the mower is in its highest
position.

S!DE_TO-S!DE ADdUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and t8)
o
Raise mower to-its highest position.
o

A! the midpeint of both sides of mower, measure height
from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance"A" on
boris sides of mower shou!d be the same or within !/4"
of each other.
If aqustment is necessa%
s}de of mower only.,

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D '_directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom
edge of mower housing as shown.
•

make adjustment on one

_0 To raise one side of mower, tiqhten lift link adjustment
nut on tha.t s:d_°
To bwer on_::_
side of ,,,._,t_..,_'o,_,
_' .oosen }ift l_r¢
",,. adjustment
nut on that .. :e
,d,i

tU_"r!S

,_s*adjustment

o

nut wii! change

mow._srhJe,ghtabout I/8'L
Recheck ._e
_ a,_,,-.o
_.:,,._
.. m...,,.._after
,-._t<,
adjusting.
i

i

,_3OTTOM EDGE
OS_':£iOWER TO

i

!f links at:e nol: equal in _ength, adjust one link to same
length as other link.
To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front
links an equai number of turns.
When distance "D" is !/4" to 3/4" iower at front than
rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front
links.
To raise _ront of mower, loosen nut "F"from trunnion on
both front !inks. Tighten nut "E" on both front !inks an
equal number of tums_
When distance "D" is I/4" to 3/4" !ower at front than
rear, tighten nut °%"against trunnion on both front links.

BOTTO_il 8©GE
OF MOWER TO

)

4

Before makint_ any nacessary adjustments, check that
beth front links a_e equal in length. Both links should be
approximately 10-3/8,.

"_4_
I_.- _7{I,_"---..;j!_._I
-47
ki.{.........V1-':!
-_'<"'_'_ ......... _-_
i;I..... ._
,_',,'" i
tl
f
_ ....
A

Recheck side4o-side adjustment°

i
!

1
_=_"_.,_

I

_,_S_,i_>s -....

f-f

_......

_

_.

'i

_ '_ "_

_ _1

_,€_T_

I

[
[-

LiFT _ _.4"
ADJUSTmeNT

J

/

NUT

/

Ff@° !8

NUT "5"
NUT

s

/
_RONT L1NI(S

2O

TRUNNION

FIG. 20

/

SE
TO REPLACE
(See Fig. 21}

_IOWER

CE A
BLADE

©RWE

A©J
BELT

i

The mower btade drive be!t may be rep!aced without tooIs.
Park the tractor on ievei sudace. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL
o

WITH

/

...H/2,,_,

s_ _ace attachment clutch in" Dlo,.__IGAu_Eu
_"=_ " '_" _'" position.
Move attachment lift lever fon*7ard to iower mower to its
iowest position°

\\

X

""_-..._,_._-_

JAM
N UT

Disconnect R.H, suspension arm from rear deck bracket
by removi;qg retainer spdng.
I

Pull bett away from mower,
°O4 _

BELT INSTALLATION
lnstalt new belt in reverse order- of removai.
o

_IGAG_:D

NUT"A"

Wori_tbe_t off both m{_:nd_eip@ieys and idter puileys.
_

:BRAKE

7

Roli bait off engine pulley,
o

P,_;_H,..a

Ma£e sure bett is in ail puNey grooves,,and'tn_:4ut,o
o -_--ail betl
guides+

F]Go 22

You_ ti'actor ;s equpped with an adjustable brake system
which is mounteci ors the dght s}de of the transax!e.
if tractor requi_es more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted,
o

Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

o

Measure distance between b_ake operating arm and
nut "A" on brake rod,

TRANSAXL_
PULLEY

tf distance is o'ther than ! 4/2% ioosenjam nut and turn
nut "A" un!i! distance becomes !4/2". Retighten jam
nut against nut "A".
Road test t:actor for proper stopping distance as stated
above. Readjust if necessa% If stopping distance is
still grealer than six (6) feet in highest geaq further
maintenar_ce is necessary, Contact your nearest au,°
thorized service centen
21

FtGo 23

"'_ _,_

-

if steedngwheelc_ossbars
a_enothorizontal
(}efttorigh0
whenwheelsarepositioned
straightforward,remove
steeringwheeiarid(eassemDie
perinstructions
;nt!_eAssembly
sectiofofthismanual
Fqtj!tq _ .....
,_,.=°'+"*:;
_,,,=.. TO_-_dOAZ#!B!I_:R
if your battery is too weak to start t_seerGk'_e_it should be
rechad@d, if ".}.'drapercabies" are used for emergency
star_in_!, blow this procedure:
,_']_-_.,

_, .......

VEHICLE

,,,

Bleck up axle secu_e-iy,

_

F:%;)move._xxLe
covei, te_:2ifh_g h_ and washers I;o atow
wheel i-emo'-+'s.f
,{ree_-"
wheel conLf&"_s::0,
sq,uare key - Do
.qot ose),

".'

Rep-_ir tke and _es.ssembk-,

*:

Ors tea_'wheels only; align _!c<:)ves h'_,_"earwheel hub
and axis. inse_i sGu@fe key,

_;

}se:i.AaOe
i;}(it_

_

W:_8}q@1% aN@ st_,an

_:J .... ; = %

Y O t JH Y"RA C i _<>;
{ _ l S :::a I __*
_,:'p <::_
n WKH

_ '-"_ _;"_"'"'-'+
_
....
:_qc:!.a_-',_
_:: GROLCa);ED

VOLT

MUST

AL.SO

d_,_-...........

817:: i',.

"ii.!

VOL.Y

A 12

[}-ii!_ OYHER
N_'iIEGATiVE

GFiOL,_NDF.{DSYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOL;R TRACTOR
BA'rTERY T'O STARY OTHER V!EHICI...ES.
Cermec'i each end of the _"°=", ..........t,-,
\_/?'*"%
't'="F'v*i_"
Y_ld_.i=l c"_ Ot eSOf

' " '

SY ...........
"_Tl::l",f_

_,

_o._.i"_'%<:_"'5,,
[eKllSq'
'"
oate

PF)SIJtVI;
qoI',. 11ooN_l_'=
r-+

aga_inst chassis
Connect one end of the .......
_-_ -_,o_
........ cable
" ' to the NEGA-

,,,-,,,,-(.).............

_<

,_

Cor•inect
the otisei" end of +,_
_._
,..:..,
-,.,...,, cable ix- good
"
.- .........
_ _,ov
C"';-4
_ _t;<:;t_:::.'
#:wx;
': i_,q% away !'t:_mfuel
:'
"cariu(<._
' " "_d
.,, A,.
............
, ,OU,,_....,
,,....b_"ttam_
_,...,:_,._

i;:_epte, oe _!t.)(,9 oovei%
"_"r'_.. I-s.l:

'_

_,M'_ ,, '1:1- r_ ,_

F"I

_-c,

iiliiVf;fi:_

17:11 kiWI"
h'_"-;
[,?t11.2
.]',l-i

m_b+_,.4",
cable 'ill'Sttrenq ciqaSsls _,""-d+
.=then h'om the fully
_-_"
_:::_.
=...%
<_."M
",_*:,,.,,
....,,
_:.fail ftori! bath batt!f'iel.

_7

!

CABLES

BATTIRY

/

/

\

POS!'i"IIIE "[LRRIIl:NikL

71iG, 25

\

D ADJ
TO REPLACE

HEADLIGHT

-4N

_ =_

o

Raise hood_

o

Pult bWb holder out of the hole in the backside of the
grill.

o

Replace bulb in holder and push buib hoider securety
back into the hole in the backside of ._hegriii.

o

Close hood,

INTERLOCKS

TO ADJUST THROTTLE
(See Fig. 27}

With engine r_ot ru,qnin_, move throttte control iever
from siow (_@**)to choke ('_,) oosit:,on. Slowly inove
fewer from ono_,t (I _,,) ,.o fao. (_ #...;.::;4wn.
Check that holes "A" in governor centre! lever ar,_dho!e
in governor plate line-up. If holes "A" are r_otaiigned_
loosen clamp screw and move throttle eabie untiJ .qoies
are aiigned. Tighten clamp screw securely°

AND AELAYS

Check wirinft... See _::"_"_
' ° diag;am in Repair
:+:,.,#:._
_at: wiring

Replace with 30 amp automotive-4ype D,,
.,._qJrjfuse.
fuse holder is located btmmd the dash..

TO Bai_!tOVE

GOVERNOR
OONTBOL £_VE}S_

The

/
¢

i

Raise hood.
Unsnap headiight wire connector.

o

GOV:_£_;_iOR
©O_'_TROL PZ.AT£

_4OOD A_',il© GRILL, ASS_i_aBLY

(S,.(_®
#i$ 2M
o

OABL£

The thro_tte contro_ has been preset at the factors; and
adjustment should not be necessaPy. Check adjustment as
described beiow before loosening cabte. If adjustment is
necessary, proceed as fot_ows:

Loose or damaged widr_ may cause your tractor to run
pooriy, stop Rmnin{:_ or prevent it from sta_ing.
,9

CONTROL

o

Stand in front oftracton Grasp hood at sides, ti_ttovvard
entwine and lift off of tractor,

O

To replace, reverse above procedure.

F_G. 26

23

SERVICE AND ADd
TO A©JUST

CARBU_3ETOR

ENTS

A,..,._LERA __O,(_T_o T

(See Fig. 28)

The carburetor isas been p_eset at the facto_j and adjustmerit should not be secessary.
However, minor adjust °
merit may be _'equired to compensate fordifferences in fuel,
tempe_ature_ a!titude or load. If the carburetor does need
adiustment, p_oceed as follows:

o

!n ge,qecai, tumi_g idle mixture valve in (clockwise) dec re _s:ses
the suppiy of fuei to the engine giving a leaner fuel/
ai_"m,i×t_.._re.Turning the idle mix:ture valve out (counterc!ockwis ::).incre ¢_sesthe supp:iy of fuel to the; engine giving
a richer fuei/a;_ mi;_...............

romeo Resporusibiiities sec:tion of this manuai}.

,_

OIL

D_ain oii {with engine warm} and replace with clean e.__gir',,e
oi!.. (See <'ENGtNE_' in the Customer Responsibiiities
section of this manuai),

<,

,_

Start the engine and let it run until the rue! ines and
,,_.,,POUI__+,,,.A
.
_,-_,' °",,_''" ,.+d%:,
_, empty.

H©7'_Z: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable altemaEve in
rrinimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits du,,:ir_gsto_'age. Add stabi!izer to gasoNne in fuel tank or storage
container. Always fo!low the ms' ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after addk: <"'_°'_'_c"

fuel t_xnk,

Never use engine or carburetor" cleaner products in t.h_¢
fuel tank or pe_'manent damage may occur.
Use f_esh fuel next season+

@

0_ Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfacesl sand
iightiy before painting.

_Ji,,4Y',AIqt

OrahYthe

_*

Replace with riewspark [:Aug(s).

Be sure bat__e_ydrai_ tube is secu_eiy attached.

,_

Do not s!:oi"egasoline f_om one season to anothe_ •.

If Dattery is _emoved from tractor for storage, do not
store batter}/directly on concrete o_"damp surfaces.

o

Re@ace your gasoline cap, if your can sta£s to rust,
Rust and/or <,t.i_-£
in your gaso'h_e will cause proble:ns.

._

if possibIe, store your" tractor indoors and cover it to
give proteclen from dust and di_.

After cieaning, leave Rabies disconnected _7.:nd
place
cables where they oat'mot come in contact with butte%,
terrrAnals.

Cover your t_actor with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which slows condensation te form and
will cause your tractor to rus_.
!@ROW:DANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE
AND _XHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

25

B

T
1
Wil_ not start

t
_Z

I
,i

RR_2CT_ON
i.
2.
3.
,.i
5.

I*
9_
! I O.

I.
2.
3,

sta_i:

Out of fuel.
E"_gine not'_CHOKED"
Engine flooded.
B_d spark p_ug,
Ditly .',-:_ir
filter.
Dirty _uei fiiter.
Water in iuei.

;::ill fuel tank.
See 'TO START ENGINE" in Operation

properly.

1"
&
7,
&
i! 9.

Loose or damaged wiping,
Carburetor o_.xtof adjustment,
E_sgine w:4'ves out of adjustment,

!i0.

i

Dirtyair ti!i:er,
_3ad spark ptug,
Weak or dead beaten/,

4.
5.
6.
7,
8,

Di£y fuei fitter_
Stale or dirty fuel
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adiustment.
Engine vaIves out o[ad]ustment.

i.
2.
3,
4,

Clutch/brake pedal not depressed,
Attaehmen_ b4utch is engaged,
Week o_dead battery.
Blown fuse.

5.
iS,
7.
8.

Corroded battery termi_ais.
Loose or damaged
wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.
Fau!ty solenoid or staI1en

9.

Fra.uityape_ator presence switch(as),

2,
3.

Cop'reded bat!e'v;-ermnais
Loose o,_damaged
wiling,

4.

F_.uit7 eoian@d O_'star{at.

i.

il 2.
4,
5,
8,

:l 7.

gasotine and replace fuel filter,
Check all wiring,
Contact an authorized sewice centeddepa£ment.
Contact an authorized sen/ice centeffdepaftment,

Cleanirepface aiT filter,
Replace spark ptug.
Recharge o__replace battery.
Replace fuel filter,
Drain fuel tank and refilt with fresh gasoline.
Check nil wiring,
Contact an authorized service eenteridepaAn-_ent.
Contact an authorized service center/depa_ment,

[[ t,
2.
i 3.

Depress ctutchtbrake pedal,
Disengage attachment clutch,
Recharge or replace battery.

!
I

RepIace fuss,
Clean batte_iterminals.

4.
5,

se.c_ion.

Wait severaI minutes before attempting to start.,
Rap!ace spark ptug,
Clean/replace air filter,
Repiaee fuel litter,
Drain _ueftank and carburetor, refill tank witis fresh

I

6.
7,
_] 8,
9.
i]

Cheek atl w}ring,
ChecWreplace ignRion switch,
Cheeklreptace solenoid or sfarter.
Contact an authorized service centeddepa£ment.

I,
:i 2,
i 3.
:!I 4_

Recharge or _'ep!ace battery.
Clean batte! 7 terminals,
C.h,ck n!l wiring.
CheeWreplace sotenoid or sled:at.

:1

;[

:)

I4
;i
iJ
!

t.
2.

Cu_}n,s _oo much grass/too _ast.
'Th_'ottle it" "CHOK:E" position.

4
5.
£
7

Dirty aftPiker,
L,ow oil ,.. _,_.,/-,,,_,,,v
oil,
F"_ ", ....... " : 7
Didy fuei _itfer.

i 8.
iJ 9.
I0,
tl,
i2,
!3.
14.
! 5.

i,
2,
3,
4,
5.
6,
7,
8.
9.

Stale o_ di£y fuel.
Water in iuet,
Spark plug wi_e loose.
Di£y engine air screenfiins,
DirWiclo_,ged muffler,
Loose o_ damaged wiring.
Carbureto_ out oF adjustment.
8.ngine v'_.ives out of -:&d!ustment,

I.
2.

Worn, bent orloose blade.
Bent b$ada mandrel,

8.

Loose/damaged

part(s),

28

Setin "Higher Cuff positierdreduce
speeci.
Adjust thro_ie control,
Clears underside of _ssower housing.
Clear#replace air filter.
Check oil level/change oiL
Clean and regap ot change spark p_ug,
Replace fuei f[tte_',
Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh 9asotid'e.
Drain fuei tank .and carburetor, refilt tank with fresh

10,
1!.
12,
I3.
I4.
!5,

gasoline and replace fuel fitter,
Connect and tighten spark plug wire,
Clean engine air screenf[ins,
Clean/replace muffler,
Cheek all wiring,
Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.
Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.

i.
2,
8.

Replace blade, Tighten b!ade boit,
Replace blade mandrel,
Tighten loose pa_(s). Replace damaged parts,

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLE_
Engine contin_ee to run
when operator leave_ seat
with attachment clutch

CORRECTION

CAUSE
t_

PO

Faulty operatorosafe[y

presence control system.

,1,

Check wiring, switches and connections.
If not
corrected, contact an authorized service center/
departmenL

engaged

PO0{

OUt

_ L_f'_'.ven

_lowe_ btades will not
;'orate

Poe_ 9_ass discharge

Headlight{a)
net werki_'_9
(if so equipped)

£ngi_e 'ibackfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"

1.
2.

Worn, bent or loose btade.
Mower deck not IeveI:

i,
2,

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt,
Level mower deck,

3.
4,

Bui{dup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
Bent biade mandrel,

5.

Clogged mower deck vent he;as from buildup of
grass, leaves, and t_ash around mandrels,

3.
4.
5,

Clean underside of mower housing.
Replace blade mandret,
Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,

I,

Obstruction

1.

Remove obstruction.

2,
3.
4..

Worn/damaged mower drive belt.
Frozen ldter puiley.
Frozen blade mandrel

2,
3.
4.

Replace mower drive bell
Replace idler puIley.
Replace Made mandrel

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

Engine speed too slow.
TraveI speed too fast.
Wet grass,
Mower deck not tevel,
Low/uneven tire air pressure,
Worn, bent or loose bIade.
Buiidup of grass, ;eaves and trash under mower,
Mower drive belt worn,

1.
2.
3,
4,
5,

Place throttle centre! in "FAST" pos[tion.
Shif[to slower speed.
Ai!ow grass to dry' before mowing,
Levetmower deck.
Check tires for proper air pressure,

9,
I0,
11.

BIadesimpropedy
installed.
Improper b!ades used.
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, !eaves, and trash around mandrels.

in clutch mechanism.

6,
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

Replace/sharpen
blade. Tighten blade bolt.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Rap!ace mower drive belt.
Reinsta!I blades sharp edge down.
Repiace with biades Iisted in this manual,
Ctean around mandrels to open vent hoies,

I.

Turn switch "ON",

2,
3,
4,

Replace bulb(s),
ChecWreplace fight swkch.
Check wiring anti connections,

5,

Replace fuse,

Bad battery ceil(s),
Poor cabfe connectior_s,

i,
2,

Replace battery.
ChecW'eiea_ all cor_nect}oqs.

3,
4,

Fautty reguiator {if so equipped),
Faulty alternator.

8,
4,

Repiace regt'tator_
Replace aiternator.

t.

E_gine th{o_te control not set at _'SLOW"
position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1.

I°
2,

Switch is {'OFF'L
Bulb(s) burned out,

3,
4.
5,

Faulty Iight switct_,
Loose or damaged wiring,
Blown fuse.

I.
2.

27

Move thtottIe control to "SLOW" position and allow
to [die [or 30 seconds
before stopping engine,

SERVICE NOTES

TRACTOR

o o MODEL

NUMBER

9! 7°256451

SCHEMATIC

oll!o
°I I °

RED

BLACK

P

BATTERY

i
[

RED

---_,-J IiiLs-T........
: d@.

FUSE 30 AMP.
r

f

TFiS

WHITE

--.

Bs

-

_

_

--

,._,@ .............@
S:rAm-ER
i

_[_

f-o

o '_

k

i
j

J
SOLENOID

t

CLUTCH / BRAKE
(PEDAL UP)

I
!

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH
(NOT OCCUPIED)

}GN1TION SWITCH
I

i

BLACK
E
i

K-'_

F'h

_ F

I

,}

I

>7,kj

.j_-_:.,._----

BLACK

"-_--"

A_'MENT

....

CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

q

BLACK

]
l

GROUNDING
,_.ONNb......ut.,

_,sNmoN

PLLJG:: @ ....

:1_-

_;_
i

28 VOLTS AC M_N. @ 3600 RPM
(CHARGING
SYSTEM D_SCONNECTC:B)

CHARGING
BYSTEM OUTPUT
3 AMP OC @ 3800 RPM

\

t

i

REB
LIGHTING

SYSTEM

i

OUTPUT

D_ODc:

NOT_
%\.

M

IGNITION
POS_T1ON
OFF
ON
START

---4_.--

i_
14 VOLTS
AC
IRWIN. @ _00
_PM
(L,_*]HT_
OFF}
YOUR TRACTOR IS
B
EQUIPPED WFrH A SPECIAL.
,,1°
HEADLIGHTS
i
........
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
HEADLIGHT
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
SWITCH
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
(OFF)
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
SWITCH
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED, AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
W_RING INSULATED CUPS
SPEEDED UP, TIdE LIGHTS
NOTE:
iF WIRING INSULATED
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
NON-REMOVABLE
---¢_--REMOVABLE
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
CONNECTIONS
CONN_.CTIONS

29

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ELECTRICAL

7O
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43

36 38

39

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9t7o25645t

ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

.1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
15
I6
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
39
40
4!

146139
74760412
STD551025
STD551125
STD54i025
t09238X
t44940
109596X
147688
153664
STD55tI25
78350400
136850
4t52J
4799J
146147
108824X
420_j
121305X
144921
140400
141226
140403
1t07!2X
140336
S°TD6O1005
I09553X
146057
71110408

43
44
48
49
70

145673
73640400
140844
153249
140413

N©'(E:

DESCR_PT._ON
Battery t2 Volt 25 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd I/4-20unc X 3/4
Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga
Washe_" Lock Hvv Heiicaf t/4
Nut Fin Hex I/4-20 Unc
Tube P!astic 12'I
Case Battery wi2 HoJes
.Clamp Hose Olive
t
roas.ener
Snap- in
Switch Interlock Push-4I-I
Washer Lock t/4
Nut Jam Hex 1/4_20 Unc
Harness Asm Light Wi4152j
Bulb Light #! 156
Cable Batten/8 Ga ! I" red
Cable Battery i3 Ga red w/16 W}_e
Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green
Cable Ground 6 Ga t2" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch _gn 3 pos
Nut Ignition
Cover Sw Key Btk 1 25 Text SLZ'
Key tgn Molded Craftsman
Switch Light Btk 5!k Red
Bracket Switch !ntedock
Screw Tap Hex #10o24_xnc X i/2
Switch lntlk Ci_Jtch Red 4 Term
'_
< Ign Da,_,
" <_"Lt IPC Mch 95
t-_mes,,
Bdt BIk, Fin Hex !/4o20 Uric x _/2
Cove_ Terminat Red
Soie_;oid
Nut Keps Slk H:× 1/4o20 U_qc
Adapter Ammete__Recta{_g_da¢
Washer Pinned DeJta
Harness Engine B&S5

A_tcomponent dimensions give in UoSo inches
I inch = 25_4 mm

31

R...PA_RPARTS
TRACTO_

MO#SL

NU_IBER

_J.7.25645t

' @ AND £NCLOSUR£S
.CH ASS_

2"1

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22

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14

\

28

3S
10

\
/
34.

\
3

14

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917o256451

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!t
13
I4
I5
16
!7
18
!9
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
33
34
35
38
39
60
74
i00
140
--

PART
NOo
151169
140356
17490612
STD55t025
146077
145208X015
124027X
12647IX
t46757X0t3
146956
I46961X0t2
17490608
74180512
STD541431
t31445X4t7
t26938X
1752131O
122933X
124479X
STD523710
19131312
STD541437
17030814
t40"135
124029X
!09872X417
136619
I05476X4t7
105475X4!7
STD533707
139888
i3D887
72140606
73680600
105037X
150556
5479J

NOT_:

DESCRIPTION
Chassis Weldment 1Iga 1996
Drawbar Stretch
Screw Thdrot 3/8-16x3/4 Tyott
Washer t3/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Bumper, Snap In
Saddle Sitkscrees F_t Sdf 5Sp D4360
Heat Shield Sloped Hood
Clip Line Fuel !3/32 Mtg Hote
Dash bflkscreen®q Sears EngiSy
Panet Pnt Dash Lh
Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment
Screw Thdrot 3/8-t6xl/2 Ty-tt
Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-i8uncx3/4
Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc
Hood Asm Pnt
Bumper Hoed
Screw Sltd Hex Hd w,@i Washer
Rivet Ratchet Nylon
Washer Nylon B!k 28× 75x 19
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X t
Washer 13/!6 X 13/I6 X !2 Ga
Nut Lock 3/8o,16 Uric
Screw, Hex Head, Spidefiock #8 x "7/8
Gdlte Gray
Lens Headlight Bar CIear
Fender Pnt
Bracket Pat Fetsder
Footrest Pnt Lh Peff
Foo!rest Pnt Rh Peff
Boit Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X8/4,
Bracket, Asm_ [:_ivot, L.H. Mowe: ;£ear
Bracket, Aan_._o
Pivot, R.H. _i_ower Rea:_
Boit Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4
Nut Crownlock 3/8_!6
Stfip_ Foam 18"
Bracket Chassis Front 7 Ga.
:Plug B_sttonSlk 359 Dia

All component
dimensions
t inch = 25,4 mm

33

given

in U,8,

inches

53
/

/

22

3_

REPAIR PARTS
RAO OR

fiO:©EL NUMBER

917o2 645

DRIVE

KEY
NO,

PARY
NO,

KEY
NO,

DESCRIPTION

PART
NOo

#ESC_-31PTtON
Washer t3/32 X 13/t6 X I2 Ga
Beadr_gNyi 503X 628XI
25
Washe_ Hardened
Ring Klip #t5304,-50
Pulley !dler V Groove Plastic
Be!lcrank Asm
Retainer Belt Style Sprir_g
Bolt Hex Hd 3/8o16unc X !_-1/2
N' d.Cf'owRtook o/,__1u tJnc
Nut Lock 5/16-!8 Ur!c
Link Clutch 7 66
Spring Return Clutch 675
Bolt Fin Hex 3/Sd6unc X I-!/4
V-bett Ground Drive 95,25
Keeper Belt Rh Lt Pntizinc 16g
Retainer Beit
......Chassis Lh _"_..inc
Screw Thclro! 318-i 6x3/4 Ty-tt
Cover Pedal Blk ,_ta"
"
Pulley FAngine
Bolt Flnhex 7t16-20 x 4 g5
Washer Lock b!vy i-qJc!Spr 7/t6
Keeper Be_t Engine Lh L.t
Guide Belt D_'Mower Rh
Washe_' 13/32 X 1_i/4 X t2 Ga
Spacer Spilt _80xio94
V,lao..... ,:.JlO,( ,,,,v1. _I"
,_

, 4.[)!_Z_
_,

I

,'Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8
Shaft Asm Pittman
Nyliner Snap In
Bracket Steedng
:Bushing Rod Tie Blk Lt
Gear Sector
Washer t3/32 X 7/8 X t6ga
Screw Thdroi 3/8-t6x3/4 Tyott
Pin Cotter I/8 X 3/4 Cad
Rod Tie W}re Form t9 75 Mech
Sushisg ocg 5/8 td Dash
Screw
!nseri Cap S(rg Wheel Std B]k
Washer t3/'32 X 2_8/8 v_ 8 Ga
Nut Lock Center 3/8_24un:_
,_'_u/835id
Adapter Wheel Strg _'_'
Soot Shaft Steering
Washer 25/32 X 1 !/4 X I6 Ga
Cap Spindie Fr Top BJk
Fitting Grease
Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

Alt component dimensions
! inch = 25.4 mm

37

given in U.So inches

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K_Y
NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!0
12
t3

i2

DBSCRIPTIO_I
151205
140551
STD523710
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
i74.90616
19131614
140552
!2t246X
121248X

Seat V350
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk)
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X I
Washer t3/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push In Hinged
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Seat Cprsr_ 2 250 B_kZi
Screw Thdrot 3/8-16 X I Ty°tt
Washer t3/32 X I X 14 Ga
Pan P_t Seat (b k }
Bracket Pnt Mour_ti_sgSwitch
Bushing Snap B_k Nyi 50 td

_ZY
NOo

PART
NOo

D_SGR]PT!ON

14 72050411
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-3/8
I5
134300
Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
t6
121250X
Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt
17 t23976X
Nut Lock i/4 Lge F_g Gr 5 Zinc
t8
I24238X
Cap Spring Seat
2t
t53236
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc BIkz
22 STD54!431
:Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
23 74780814
Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5
24 '19i7'I9i2
Washer 17/32 X t-3/16 X t2 Ga
25 1270'18X
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62
26 STD55It50
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 1/2
BIOT£: AI componer:_t dimensions give_ in U.S. inches.
I i_ch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o o MODEL NUMBER

917,256451

DECALS.
14

17

8

6

3

7

21

7

5

9

\

\

4

8

14

I1

\
t3

t0
I8

I5

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1i

138955
272936
151815
151816
i32674
i3364.4
142249
t42252
125880X
1495!6
137537

Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Deca!
Decal
Decai
Deca_
Decal

PART
NO,

KEY
NOo

DESCR!PTION
Instruclion Operat Eng
Engine 12.5 Hp B&S _C Cra:_ts
Hood Slope Rh Craftsman
Hood Slope Lh Craftsman
Grille
Maint Customer Sears Dora
Panel Side _ic
lnsed. Hood Bik
Fender Craftsman Red
Btry DngdPsn Eng, Acme
r. ,.,
_,,au_on
EnglishlSpanis

4,10

1t

\

12
13
14
t5
16
!7
i8
21
.-

4900J
146o46
105809X
136832
! 4.0837
133179
131265
13831 t
t539t7
t r ' ".qe

13.084,0
i $3943
i83840

DESCRIPTION
Mower blousing Assembly
Bolt Carriage 5/16-I8 x 3/4
Bracket Asm. Fram Sway Bar 38/.42
Bracket, Asrno Deck Sway Bar 38"
Retainer_ Spring
Asrn. Suspension Rear
Boit, Hex 3/8-24 x !-I/4 Grade 8
Washeh Lock, HW Htcl Spring 3/8
Washer_ Hard B!ade Mower Vented
Blade, Mower, M@ching 38"
Bail Bearing
Shaft and Bearing Assembly
(b3ctudes Key Number I5)
Mar@tel Housing, Vented
Bail @eaSng, Mand_ei
Stdppe_= Meweh Vented
:SOIL Shouider
Nut, C;owniock 5/18o!8
Bracket, Mower Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring. Defie(;tor
NuL Push
Shie!d_ Deflector
Washer !I/32 x 8/4 x 16 Gauge
Rod, ._--_"_',.,_,se
Sc_ew_ Yhdf"ol He× Hd
Washer, Spacer
Putey, Mandrel
Nut, Fb.qgeiock 9116
Pulley, tcileh Fiat
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
Rod, Pivot
Rod, Ctutcl% Secondary
Retaineh Sprin9
B_aXe Assembly
_Nasher Hs.rdeaed
!dler Arm Assernbiy

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

56
67
68
69
7t
72
73
74
75
75
77
78
79
80
81
82
88
87
88
89
92
107
!08
109
1! 0
1t3

122052X
149848
144200
_ _D._60907
142427
!3t870
127847
12t748X
12000029
128909
127845
140384
!27498
153701
73350600
142028
783ij
128772
19t 1I2i 6
19133612
73800600
133502
133503
74760640
i 42587
174905't2

122 131289
123 t3i 288
'I1...{4.STDS33717
128 i53390
.... t 30794.
- ..

142820

HOT[(:

45

DESCRIPTION
Spaceh Retainer i-3/4
Knob
Beit
Pin_ Cotter 3/32 x 3/4.
iqed, Clutch, Primary
Spring, Re_um
Arm, Ck;_ch, Secondapy
Washer 25/32 x I,,,5/8 x I6 Gauge
Ring, Klip
B.O[t, o{10 UICk-:,

_(eeper, Spring
A_]"a,Clutch, Prima%_
Bushing
Spdng
_\' _
Jam 3/8-48 UNC
Trunnion Adj 94
Runner, Li-._
Runner, RH
Washer 'ti/32 x 3/4 x 15 Gauge
Washer I3/32 x 1 x 12 Gauge
Nut Lock Hex W!h_s 3/8-16 UNC
Spacer, Retainer
Stifferler, tdier Arm
So!t, Hex Head 3/8-t6 x 2-i/2
Upsto9 Deck Front 38"
Screw, He:( Head, Tied. Roll.
5/I8-1.8 x 3/4
!qod, @rak% LH
Rod, @_aKe,RH
Soft., C_arlia.ge 8t8-i6 x 1-814
Washer f-"ht
_='-,_d"<"'.......
ivt_.n.x
_,I.,'._,.>,>ef
'"a_.,._y
_" (inc!.,Jdes _[
" '- hte_
°'_ "

8
9
10
tt
t2
13
14
15
16
t7
18
19
20
21
22
23
24.
25
26
27
28
29
30
3!
312
33
34
35

I2095iX
Puck, Fdction
143045
Seal O!
142672
Ring, Retaining
134793
* Assemb% Kit Shim °625 Shaft
143051
Seadr% F}ange
!20415X
Washer, Plain °632 x t.38 x °046
1426,74
Key, Woodruff, #9
t38234
Assemb!y, Kit Input Shaft
tI0078X
Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth
!05909X
Ring, Retainhs9
-s,,_:¢q-_v,,,,.,_o
_,_.,
Chain, 24 Pitches
106,9I!X
Beating; Flange
!426,,75
Gear_ Spur, 14 Teeth
138246
Cofiar, Clutch
138238
Assembly, Kit, Clutch Keys
!3479i
Screw, Tapping w/Sealer
!,._._.._.6,
7o
Shafi, Intermediate
2244.J
Key, Woodruff, #6I
._a<_-,_.
_:.,v
t20470X
Sprocket, 18Teeth (Reve_-se)
!t0070X
Spacer
.,_.,.,._,x::7-,f
Ges.r_ Spur, 37 Teeth (!. =,)
129405X
Gea[, Spur 30 Teeth (2=,)
!08980X
Gear, Spur,. 25 Teeth {3,o)
' ::......
"
4 .6'{
_-"_-,
Geer,
6put,
22 Teeth (@,)
....., ,, JO
:_<;QD._
1,::4.sop
Ge_', 8pub i9 x-_
_, =o
z,.o,,_
184797
Sps.ce_" i.i33 x !.50 x .375
I05925X
Wa.sheh Plain .640 x 1.37 x ..061

37
38

101978)(
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39
4.0

i24639X
120472X

Spacer .130 x ! .00 x .169
Asser_bty, Gea!'_ Col _bination of
_._
......
o Teeth aP,d 't<
',.,._Teeth.
Shaft, Idler
Spacer .635 x .875 x .755

KiT
NO,

PART
HO,

41
42
43
44
45
46`
4,7
48
49
5O
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
6`3
64
55
,66
67

I05928X
tt0084X
134394
I20473X
t42678
i20407X
I06589X
120408X
I05937X
i 05936X
2226J
13440!
2264J
120474X
!t008!X
I05941X
!10071X
120952X
__i 00cv._,,
c-'r,_"
I20475X
1426`80
i20961X
7294J
......
108t_bgAv
120953X
i 20954K
i84799

88

138244-

70
71
72

! 1T:0950)(
73810500
i 0@596:£

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1204.'18X

SprocKet, 9 Teeth (Revel'so)
Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth
Assembly, Kit, Shim .750 Shaft
Shaft, Driw_
Gear, 5pub 12 Teeth (1=)
G,_a.r,c,pu_, 20 "f-o_h (2,,0)
Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (3=)
Gear; Spur, 28 Teeth (4,°)
Gear, _r_t]r 31 Teeth {5Q
Spacer .781 x i.00 x .375
Washer, Plain .632 x !:00 x .060
Washeh Neop._ene
Wasi_eh Plain .758 x !.25 x .03i
Axle, LH.
Gear, Miter_ 15 Teeth
Ring, Retaktmg
Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth
Shaft, Cross
Gear, Miter, I5 Teeth
Axh:_,R.H.
Housing, Lower
Puck. Friction
Disc, Brake
Spacer
Jaw, Brake
Pin, Dowel
Sc_'ew; SNf..Tapping, L.a__'ge
5/I6oi8 x 2.25
:Leve_', Acttt_£in9
'WasheiL _::_
-_""
<:
..... ";_'"
:>& I X' 1 .00 X ,00.,:_
_-_:
@tacke% AY'ti-Re_:ation
hocknu1: S/I 6-24
Screw, % ii:-Yapping_ i._arge
5i16-18 x 1.44
Greags

*

Use in combinations

**

O@er Key No. 15

HOTI;

47

DESOFIPTION

to maintain

Aii component dimensions
I inch :: 25.4. mm

p_'ope_ c!earances

given ip, U.S. ir.ches

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BR_GGS & STRA_ON

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MO©EL

12.1 CA_BU:_'Ofl

NUMBER

NU_B_:R

g17,£56451

289707,_ _Y. c NUMBER

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1
t

_t044

:;?N

i

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V

_.S.-TS

@2_::s::, :L:2S!!d

492

Vps
38,011

49

"_J

REPAIR PARTS

801

_802 i

:!i

284
:%_,L.!_i/
.i

_!h

:i

5

1

%_ 524
5O

1

d

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
BR_GGS & STRATTON

KEY PART
NO_ NO,
t
2

496413
399265

3
5
7
8
9
10
ti
t2

391086
4.94240
271866
39'14.06
27803
94821
28O10O
271916
271997
271996

13

_:.M62'_

15
16

94239
495162
94196
494.238
291675
94524
.4928:26

18
20
22
2:}
24
25

26

27
28
29

222898
394681
394852
394663
894654
39'!?'80
392331
391781
391782
391788
260924
299691
391285
490:348
49048{)
9487i
262246
262247
65906
26828
224502
221596
292260
93630
262248
212897
272465

° MODEL

NUMBER

TYPE NUMBER

KEY PART
NO. NO,

Cylinder Assembly
Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special
Toois For Installation)
*Seai, Oii
Head. Cylinder
* Gas_et, Cyt:inder Head
Breathe_ Assembly
* Gas£et, Valve Cover
Screw, .....c_-=m_',,
.._
Tt_be.. B_:£,
c..... Pssto!% e .... _ ,.,_e;.,._
R;n':_Set, P <'q * OhtoR_e. "::._"_ c _"_
Rin_._
. 0" Ow:-ws_ze
.. Set, o;_.,..,-.
_ ....._, .0t
.:::'qqqSe_ Pistcxi .0_0
......" Over'size
Rin!_:;Set, Ristes .0S0" Overs;ze
Lee.% :Piston .Pin
Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard
Pin >_ssy., Piston ,005" Oversize
Rod AsseF.abty, Connectb 9
ROd ,_,ba_:>u
'_...............
Nb:y, OO(1[lee'u!x%

52
53
75
78
95
98
104
105
106
108
118
12!
___.3
''_
t25
127
I 30
13!
I33
137
138
14t
14.2
147
164
171
187
188
o ....

272554
94637
224061
9:3805
94098
495800
231789
231855
231854
224540
494383
49 ,'.'.._
o_
94-616
495796
224539
494379
4.94381
281 i65
281164.
494.380
494537
P

A wg

2 i 38t 9
28 t 051
8938t5
93535
"762767
o@9
260871
2 I6 2827@3
_t
,', o 490815
222 494887
224. 94513
225 495157
227 493935
,_'s's's,4_
94742
262785
......o_".12
240 394358
265 _,:_t 535

;vt'n'_"v
"'i,_.s,_;b._.b::.
_' Cra%_kDin, So_e

Screw, Connecting Rod
Valve, ExhE,.ust
Vaive, _ntake
SOT nq,

917o25645.

NUMBER.289707,

DESCRIPTION

.02(}"

32
33
34.
35
36
37
40
41
42
45
46
51

ENGINE

MODEL

*

"_ '_

Spdng, Exhaust Valve
Guard, Flywheel
Retainer, Intake Valve
Rotocoii, Exhaust Valve
Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoii
Tappet, VaIve
Gear, Cam
.... Gasket, Carburetor(to Elbow)

**
***

DESCRIPTION
* GaskeL Carburetor
Stud, Carbu_etor Mounting
Washen Spring
Sc_ew,

Se¢,qs

Screw, Idie Speed
** Pin, Fioat Hinge
** Vaive Assemb!y, Inlet ,,,_,,.._._-"_4i_
tnleL Valve Sea_
Vaive, Choke
**Vaive, Needie
Oarbu_et,x' Overhaui fit:):r) o F

Leve;" &ssem_:)iy, Geverno_
Wasi-e_, Gore;mot Crank
[::'i;ter Ft..ie}
C;a:,,"np,:::ssina

ff_chJded in Gasket

Set (494241)

;ncluded in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (497535)
Included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (497535)
and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

NOTE: AIi component dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

5!

0!79@t

given in U.S. inches

REPAtR PARTS
TRACTOR
BRIGGS

& STRATTON

KEY PART
Nee ?,lO,
284

94073

284A 94704
304 4.98319
305 94819
306
307

224545
94623

308
309
310
3t 1
333
334
_.>
.....
346
356

491490
497595
497@02
497608
492341
93381
802592
93705
494328

858

4c,4P4t
..............

ENGINE

- - MODEL NU£oaBER 917 256451
= _£ODEL NU_BEiB

289707_ TYPE NU;_;IBER 0! 79°0t

K£Y PART
NO, NO,

DBSc2,RtPT!ON
Screw, Shoulder,
Hex Washe: Head
Screw.. iqex Head
Housir% Bbwe_
Screw, Seres, 81owe; Housing
Mou_tii-,g
Shieid_ (3yfinder
Screw_ Seres, Cyiir;,der Shield
Mounting
Cove< CyihderHead
Motor. Sta_%_.:n
Boit, Yhru
B G!o-'dnd

728
729
729A
74I
'757
758
759
76t
783
80I
802
_ q
842
847

94627
281i59
225!'70
262i35
2!2359
899891
298909
93875
280104
894556
497605
4% S04
270920
495415
22' .,-xw,i;
_o

_.aa:_te{"'
...............
o_s_

85'1

383 'i9203
383 89838
423 94073
443 4.93909
455 22255I
z'...S"7
493903
.........
4G:::i_222562
4.74 393474
48:';:_93!!1121
5!0 4,97506

Pule< Hywi;eet
Wrench_ Spark Pk_g
Screw, Seres
¢'B.._i
............
'
"_a _'_e_
-_,
_,G<:;.,:_
Air J'-i
,...,
e_,
Cup, Screen tv'iounting
K,no_; .....
/x _-Ciea.!._et.
Sc,"-een_Fiush Rotating
Starer A!temr4o_
Screw. Sef¢_s
OSw.%Stari::'r

869 26i463
870 2133t6
871 261961

.......... bA_
wn_,:_i"%

_,.::ie!_--,in
e < Srus.h
'[ FsoG.11i}50;
.....

High: 3200-3400

included in (Saskei 0..::_<
..... \4_.o_
',r'-'_
o3o)
_"
!ncluded in Carbur@.or Ovemaui

Kit (495799)

included in both CaE (API-SFiSG):

OIL CAPACITY:

3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
(GAP: .030")

CHAMPION RJIgLM
STD 3614.58

VALVE CLEARANCE:

INTAKE:
EXHAUST:

GROUND_SPEED

FORWARD:
Ist
2rid
3_d
4tt_
5th
REVERSE:

k

917,256451

(MPH):

SERIAL
t NUMBER

THE MODEL
..

AND SERtAL

r _.,_,__. UNDER

NUMBERS

TIRE PRESSURE;

WILL BE FOUND

A b_a,s Maintenance
Agreement
uct° Contact you_ nearest oearo

the safety

Foliow a regt_ar schedule
doiny yOU, ,R:_,,_._...
-_'

14 PFL
12 PS:i

L .........

i BATTEF1Y:

AMP!FIR:
MtN° CCA:
CASE SIZE::

]_aL_-,b__BOLT TORQUE:

30°35 FI', _ _ _:"

t

Js available on this prod_
store for details,

25
t90
U!R

WARNING:
This tractor
is equipped
with an internai
combustion
engine and sho_..lld not be used on or near any
unimproved
forest-covered,,
br-sh-covered
or grass-.cov -.
e{-ed land uniess the engine's exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestor meeting applicable
iocai o__st_,_ta laws
(if any), if a spark attester is useG it should be maintained
in effective working oMer by the operator.
in the state of Caiifomia
the above is _equired by !aw
(Section 4442 of the Caiifomia
Pubiic Resb'urces Code).
O_.h_r _t;:_l_:P,rnav _ave s rnila_ laws. Fede "_.ilaws _,b[) V on
f_de_i
lands
A s ad< a_"es_e_ for t_ m_,ff _r i's av;diabte
through your nearest Sears Authorized
::;ervk>_ Cented
DepaRment
(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

roles.

in maintaining,

1,0
2.1
3. I
4.0
5.'i
I ,,6

3 AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS Iflc.ADLiL-_fmtS

j CHA_GING..,
._.:,Y'S __M.

s :NANkA ! ACSR {E aENT

Read and obsewe

FRONT:
RF _ n,

THi_ SEAT.

rot ; qHthUi D RE,J .DRD BOTH S;_4 ..In,_ 17i32 x i-3ii6

{i } _ -oct-",_
_asnei" 112

,

Steednq _ v",4
neei

Ad::::_.ioter

,

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

"', ......................

.Nhee!

.,i

-7
7

x 12 ¢:sauge

i

(2) _" "

$

_
'

t27 ...... _=v,:÷,,.-.
"i,a4<;20 8!4

{2) Hex Nuts 114-20

t

I

i
ii

. , ,_._,c_W_she,,.'s t!4
i

t2) V'_8.sb,e,,'s _,,ai_°,,_.
x 518 )ts in dash and
push down to secure.

,_

Slide steedng wheei adapter onto upper steedng shaft,.
o._it_.__,
- r .......
'_---,.
.....
,, n,...._,'.
_o.
_.,front wheeis of the-'+r..,,--',_.........
e,
_,,,t,
_;=,y
a_e poiKt;ng
st..'aight fo_wa_'d.
_* Position steedng wheel so cross bars are hoAzontai
{ieft to dght) and siide onto adaptor..
o_ Assets:hie l_cu._ fiat wasf_er :=,_e3/8-z_,_iocknut
........
""
and
t_ghten secure 8,
_> Snap steering whee_ insert into center of steering
wheel,
'_ Remove protective ptastic from tractor hood and gdk
1M_OR ANTk, HECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES
IN SK![) THAT MAY PUNCTU RE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

is To ROLL O_:F SKtO,

TO BOLL TRACTOR
OFF SKID
(See
tics s®ctios
f@_ !oeat]o_
and _unetion

Opera°
of con-

t_ols)
o

'_
_,

Press _itt}ever plunger and _ais¢ attachment lift lever to
}is highest position.
Re!ease parking brake by depressing clutch/brake
peda!.
P!ace gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
Rol tt'actor backwards off skid.
Remove banding holding discharge guard up agains;:
tractor.

#

Use

ASSE

BUsf
The tires on you_"tracto__were ovednflsted
shipping purposes: Co_rect tire pressure
test cutting periofmancso
Reduce tire pressure _e PSI shown
SPEC!FtCATJONS' on page 3 of this
OH_OK

©_OK

at the factor_ for
is important for
in "PRODUCT
manual.

LEV_LHESS

Forbestc_4tting
resuits_
mower housingshouldbe pFoperiy
leveled, See N°O L._2VELMOWER
HOUSING"
in the
Serdce @nd Adius'tmet_ts
sectiono_thismanual.

See the figut"es that a_e showr., for re@acing motion and
mowe_° b!ade diive be!ts in the Secvioe and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify thst the belts are routed
corrt_ctly,
I:;£&AT
/$ ##
;-u_er
you Ieat'n how to ope_a_e your tractor, checL Io see
that t_e
=-_ brake is p_'opedy adjusted. Se_-'."TO
......
A©JUST

..... 8,._,n of
i'[}aflIlal,
S ¢+,
'I''?I£FQV
£i,L)I< O00:?I

/!

'

;:

!!!

I

BEFC_RE YOU OPE];©_,7'2: AND &-N#OY YOUR NEW
7WACTOR, WF Vi:,qSH_"0 Aoo
, ,':,..........
urn..
= ,c-TH,q 7-"ytOU RES'E'I VE
7WEBLY:S'T
PI£'/::_FOF_%IANCE
ANDS/4 FiSF:AC 770N #-i:_OH
N-lie QI_z_£iTY PRODUCK
PLi.EASE REWzZW K_E FOLiOW!NG

I::;'!
f.';;,,:-3

OHEC_:fZ._ST;"

/

All assemNy }nstl°uctiens have been compJeted.

#

No rems_ining ioose pa',_tsin earl:on.

/

Battery is pr,,.)peAyp_epa_ed and chai'ged.
! !_,our_'.t'¢ amps).

¢"

Seat is adjus%_=,d
comfor!:e_biy and tightened secL_reiy.

/

AI tit'es are pi'operiy inflated. (For shippi¢.,g putpcses,
the tiles were ovednfisted at the factory)°

/"

Be sure mower deck is pi'opedy ieveied side-to-:side/
front.;to-rea_ l%r be.st cutting _'esuits. (Th'es y_ft..istbe
ptepe_ly inflated fe_ ieve!ing).

#

Oheck mower _.q"sd
ddve be!ts. Se sure they are routed
p_operiy aro_nd puleys and inside at bait keepet-s.

(MinimL,'m

t.,f,_osswiring, oee m.a_.al connections are s,.&,secure
and wires are propedy cIamped.
WH&K fiEARN@G HOW7"O USE YOUR KRA OrOR. PAY
E)(_r-?A A 7hCEN770N TO THESFOLLOWING IMPORTANT
!7_MS:
V"

Engine oit is at proper ]ev@,

/

Fuei tank is filied wkh fresi% clean, reguiar unIeaded
gasoline.
Become familiar with al controls - their location and
function, Operate them befo._e you sta_ the engL__e,

../
7"

Be sure b_ake system is in safe operating con,::i_tion.

Thesesymbo!smayappearonyourtracto_orin literaturesuppliedwiththep_'oducto
Learnandunde,,stand
thei_meaning.

BATTERY

CAUTIONOR
WARNING

REVERSE

ENGINEON

ENGINEqFF

OILFREo,_,I.;_:.

_H J,\_;.

rUE_

REVERSE

MOWER UFT

_ANG_:_,

FORWARD

MOWER HEIGHT

DiFFEREN]]AL

NEUTF_AL

AttACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

-_v"_

FAST

SLOW

LIGHTSON

LIGHTS" .......
L_Y .....

PARKING BRAKE

jNo_,_.Klxb'

i C)*%_

IGNiTiON
..,LUTort DISENGAGED

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL
(Hydro Models oniy)

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

9

OPE

ON

A_i-_u_ _%gUH FRAC I OH
._,-0E,_uW:£
TM THIS
OWNEWS

_ANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPE_ATING

YOUR

TRACTOR

cvmu_:_,_
e the i!iu.sti'ations with your tractor to famiiarize yourse! with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
this rqar uai fi:)r ?.mxe refers)nee.

Save

Our t,.,,,_q-',,e_,.'o_
s_.eed before starting up o_ down
>.

Avoid stopping .::_changirsg speed on isils.
if s}owir_g _!{ ecessary,
sbwe_" pos_i:ton,

,,,

move throttie control {ever to

H"s:oppi_g Js..}psoluteJy' necessa% push ck£chiD_ake
pedai q.Hc}dy te brake position and engage pa_king

I
:1

brai.aabo_
- _'_-'.move the in.......
rottF',,cont tel to t_e fast
(@) position.
o

1%e <_.4t_d__=.nts and g,o._na ch,_,e car,,now be used. !f
the erx]ine does not scOOp!,the !oad, restart the ,_"-_
%in_:,
"_
and aibw it to warm up for one minute using the choke
as described above.

COLD WEATHI:!!R STARTING
-_

( 50':' F and beiow)

VVhen e.ngine sta _:s,allow engine to run with the throttle
control in the choke (]\]) position until the engine runs
roughly, then move throi:fie control to _ast (.'@)position.
This may require an e_!;ff,e warm--t_p period from
severai seconds to several minutes_ depending on the
temperature.

_'-' The attachmer_ts can also be used c!uring the engP_e
warm-.upperiod
NiOT_: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold
temperatures {bebw 32 F) the carburetor fuei mi4tu!'e may
ADJUST CARaURE] O q"' in the Service and Adjusm_ents
section of this manual.

FIG, 8

.,13

R R:SP

I _ _}Tia _g(: _mx<:_o[te_; wilen
2,

:':f. i
4-

opera:ring

S<}!_/i?;_ moe_ ofte;_ !,/net,, ope_(,£fng
::du :}_ed wRh

;:_epk_ ;a bktdes

oii fif;'er, chm:ga
more

o[_ea when

under

a hear 7 ioad

its @ty

o!' dasty

ot evsy

or in hif_h amb[erll

temperatures,

colditions,

50 hours,

mow_i G ]rl sandy

,';-._ol.

BI

ES

5 - If aquipae<,i wlti_ _:ctjusiabie sy.sterr_.
",B- Not reqq_ed if ,_quipped with mainlenm_ced,_e6 batep/.
7 - Tl!7_:#.eniront ax}_:_pivot boll to 35 fblbs, maximum,
Do fiat ovsqighten.

Son% adjtJstme_sts wiif %-ed to be rP.,adepe_°iodically to
7:',_opetiymsJr_taitsyour tr%i:or.
AII adjt,_stmer;ts ir_t!-e Semicf; and Adlus';:ments section of
t!;is .................... _ be checked ai: ,.._._ o, ,c_...,_a..o,,,
Once a year you shouid }'epJace the spa_°kplug, clean
or replace ai_ tilted a_sd check blades and belts for
we% A new spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air@el mixture and he!p your engir_e run better
and last longer°
_:_

_'Dt_ _-? "- e"<,__ -__,;',_'=
bh_{.: erigiRe

011 ,:,_e

Oheck b:ak:e operatk}n.
+

C_-#._
-_-.,,
_._....,..
tit-e p_'essure.
Check '._of" :o'_s,.,
"
. .. _astefiers.

!ITtPORTANT;
DO NOT OIL OR GREASE
THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL. NYLON BEARINGS.
VISOOUS LUBRICANTS WILl., ATTRACT
DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
Tlq_ LolF_ OF THE SELF+LLIBRICATING
BEARINGS.
IF YOU
r"£EL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED,
USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE
TYPE LUBRICANT
SPARINGLY,

14

MER

CU

LKIES
[

TRACTOR

J

Always obsewe safety rules when performing any ma]nteRanc@_

BRAKE OPBRATIOH

!
l

if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gea,r, then brake must be adjusted.
(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the SewJce and Adjust°
merits section of this manual)_

!

BLADB

i..

J
:..
..............
%..f

I
t

i

Maint@n proper air pressure in al! tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIF]CATIONS" on page 3 of this manuat)°

]

!

:]

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

[

I

o

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

i

FIGo 9

BLAD£

@A8_8

Fo_"best resu!ts mower blades must be kept sharp_ Replace bent or damaged btades,

BLAD£

R_,MOVAL

(See

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, An
unbalanced blade wil cause excessive vibration and eventuat damage to mower and engine,

_dg°_'°°
_'_,G

Raise mower to highest position to allow acce@s to
biades.
*

Remove hex belt, iock washer and flat washer securing
biade.

._

i.qstal new or resharpened blade with traiIng edge up
towards deck as shown.

+

The blade can be sharpened with a fiie or on a grinding
wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
To check blade balance, yo u wit! need a 5/8" diameter
steel boit, pin_ or a cone baiancer. {When usk'6Ja cone
baianc@r, blow the instructions supplied with bah
ancer)_

Side blade on to an unthreaded poddon of the steel bolt
or pin and held the boit or pin paraiiei with the :£!round..
if blade ;s balanced: it should remain in a hodzont_i
position, !f either end of the !:,'.lademoves downwar:::i_
shad°penthe heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Reassemble hex boll _ock washer and fiat washer in
exact order as shown.
_, Tigi_tep, bolt securely @0-35. FI_._....,_:_._
h_, torque}o..
',:_ ,¢I_;1HI: ;.:_:,u,._ =.,..,,.....iSGRADEoilEAT
_hEAIID.
NOTE: We do not £_cor'nmer@sharpenir_g bl_._de-bul: if you
do, be sure the blade is balanced

HOT_!: Do not use a nail fo_ balancing his.de. The lobes of
the center hole may appear Io be centered, but a_e net

,/-

/"
/'

/
,/
,/

£qG, ! 0

15

/ !

i

S B LK ES
HOT_: Although multi°viscosity oils (5W30, IOW80 etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F. Check your engine oii level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.

8A_'%EF_Y
Your tracto_ _aasa battet_/charging system which is sufficient for normat use. -However, periodic charging of the
batte%' with an automotive charger wiIt extend its lifeo
_,,._p
hatter, and termina!s ctean.

Change the oH 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.

Keep battery bo_ts tight.
Keep smatl vent holes open.
,_

Check the crankcase oil levei before staring the engine
and after eacheigh_ (8) hours of operation: Tighten oi! fitt
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oii level.

Recharge at 6d 0 amperes for I hour..

Co__c,
sion and d._ on :_hebatte%_and tem_inais can cause
the battery to %ak _'power,
_ Open battery box di}or.

TO u.r_._P._r
'_.:_
u: ENGINE O!L (See Figs. 11 and 12)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet AP! sewlce classification SF or SG.

,o

Disconnect SLACK batte_y cable first then RED bat.tery cane {_md_'emove battery f,_omtractor°

,_

i_;nse the battery v_,'ith
pia;n wate_ and dry.

._

Ciean tem__inais and battei% °cabi,e ends with wire b_usis
,tintii bfighL
Reinst:{d[ battery (See _'CONNECT' BANTERY" in the
Assembiy section of th{s manuai)_

_,h..s.....\ .,_ .... _or.... _ro,;_._ .... and wear after !00 hours of
._..........u._, ,_.;.,_rs
_eptace if necessary_ Yhe baits am not
adjustable_ Heplace _a_ ,.,,,,if :_hev becim _o sup from wear.

_',_;_u t ....... " ......

_,

Oil wil! drain more freely when warm.
_'_oh oi! in a suitable container.
Remove eli fi!I cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt
to e_ter the engine when changing oil.

'_, Coat terminats with @'ease of petroleum ]eI_y.
_,

lBe sure tractor is on Ievel surface.

o

Remove drain plug.

o

After oii has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely.

o

Refili e,%ine with oil through oil fill dips£ick tube. Pour
slowiv. _!2 not ove_iitli For approximate capacity see
PRODU,,,
oP,.._t_t, _LA,]ONS
0n page 3 of this
manual,
Ose gauge on oil filI cap/dipstick fo_'checking ievel. Be
sure dipstick cap is tightened securely fo_ accurate
,e_...dmg. Keee oii at "FULL" line on diostic£

{tom build-up o_ dS: and (,,la,_ which

C:CFi _"eSti'iC _,,.;,.u_h;
";"_ _.....
v/

OIL HLL
CAPiDIPS'?_8}(
/

Ortiy sue high quaiity detergent oil rated with AP_ service

SP{_{",i!St:)OSNY GRADES

i
F_G,, 12
[ c""
,_

.30 _

..2@'

i

TT'MP_FiATUR_

.10 _.

0_

RANG@ ANTICIPATED

F_G, II

.!0,_

20 _

.')O_

BEFOg:V:: NEXT OIL CHANG_

40 '_ [

[

tBl _S
AtE FILTE_

(See Fi9o 13)

OL£AN

Your engine wi! not run pmperiy usir_g a dirty air filter.
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after even./25 hours of operation or eveR/season.
Service paper ca_ridge ever 7 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

INGtNI

Remove knob(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE PAE-CLEANER
o

AIR SCREEN

(See Figo t4)

Air screen must be kept fr_e of dlR and chaff to prevent
engine damage from overheatir_go Ctean with a wire brush
or compassed air to remove dirl arqd stubborn dried gc._m
fibers.

COOLING

FINS (See £g.

!4

Remove any dust, dirt or oii from _ngi_e cooling fins to
prevent engine damage from ov_rheating.

Slide foam pYe-cieaner off cartridge.

*,

Remove screws from biower housing and !ift housing
and dipstioR tube assembly off engine°

Squeeze Jt dB_ in a clean cloth.

_

Cover ot ftl openi_g to prevent entry of dirL

_

Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it Jn clean, absorbent
cioth and squeeze to remove excess oil

<_ Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly
clean englr_,ecooling fins.

,o

If very diRy or damaged, replace pro-cleaner.

Wash it in fquid detergent and water,

To reassemble, reverse above procedure°

Reinstat p_e-clearler over cartridge.
Reinsta!i cover and secure with k_ob(s}..
TO SERVICI C/\RTRIDGE

Ii!Gill

@OOLIIQ

Fl(]h i 4

FIG. t3

17

7IN::I

CUSI°O
_V_UFFL£R

ILiT ES
,.

!nsoect and reotace
corroded muffi_,
_-, and spark attester (if
,
equipped) as it co,aid create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARX

PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever
occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manuat.

1N,dN[{

RiF, L _aLTER

(See Fig° I5)

'_IG,
15

The rue! fiiter should be reptaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged_ obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.
With e%ine
sections.

CLEANING
.>_ Clean engine,batte% seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
ma_ter.

cool, remove filter and plug fuei line

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

P_e _,p,*,f-_ fiiter in sos t or in fuei line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor,
',

_,

Be sure there are no fuel line teaks and ciamps are
p_opedy positioned.

Protect paff_ted sudaees

with automotive

type wax,

We do not recommend using a garden hose to ctean your
tractor unbss the electrical system, muffier_ air filter and
carburetor are Covered to keep water ouL Water in engine
can resuit in .a shortened engine life.

!mmed;ately wipe up any spiiigd gasoline.

18

A
CAUTION:

E

BEFORE PERFOR_IN_:_ ANY SERVICE OR AOJU_T_ENT_:

Depress c_utch#brake pedai fuliy and set parkin 9 brakeo
o
o
#

P_ace 9eat'shift _eve__n _seut_a_{N) positior_0
P_ace attschme_t ciutch i__"O_S_NGAGED" positioned
_m
ignition key "OF_" and ram®re key,
Make sure the blades arid a_ moving parts have comp_eteiy stopped.
O_sconneot spark P_4g wire from spa_k plug and p_ace wire where it cannot come in co#tact with

TO RE,_!#_©V_{ B_qOW_R (See

Pig_, 18).
CL, LITCbl

Mower wiil be easierto remove _rom th#_dght side of tractor,

RO_

L,_V_R

P!ace attachment clutch in "©;SENGAGDD '_position.
Move attachment JiltIever forward Io iower mower to its
iowest position°
_

RoJl be!t off engir_e pa!Iey,,

,_

Disco_ssect cit£ch rod from clutch iever by removing
retainer spring.

'_

Disco;_nect anti.-sway bar from chassis bracket by
removing retainer spring.

/

Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets
by ,_emoving retainer springs.
Disconp,,ec_front links from deck by removing retainer
sprhsgs.
o

F_aise !ift lever to raise s_Jspensio_sa_"ms.Slide mower
out from ur_der _racto£

_[_.aPO£TA_tT'; tF AN ATTACHMENT O]'HER THAN THX
MOW_!iR DECK _{!:;TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,
REMOVi_i ]i--.i_:£F:qON! L!NKS_

_

Raise attschmer-_t lift ieve_ to ib highest position°

_

S_ide _ssowerunder tractor with discharge guapJ to dght
side of tra:::-tor.

o

Lowe_ lift ieve_ to its iowest positio_

_*

hstatt

mower

_I peve_,se

o(der

_ .... _

_

!9

9:USP_NS_ON
ARbIS

FRON'T
UNKS

[

ENTS
TO L£VBL

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)
IR,1PORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL StDEZFOoSIDE. IF
THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT tS
NECESSARY, BE SURETO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS
EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

kaOW_£R HOU.,,_sNG

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on tevel ground or
driveway.
Make sure tires are properly inflated (See
"PRODUCT SPEC1F}CAT!ONS" on page 3 oftMs manuat).
!f ti_es are over or undefinfiated, you win not properly adjust
your mower.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing
should be adjusted so that the front is approximately I/4" to
3/4" lower than the rea_ when the mower is in its highest
position.

S!DE_TO-S!DE ADdUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and t8)
o
Raise mower to-its highest position.
o

A! the midpeint of both sides of mower, measure height
from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance"A" on
boris sides of mower shou!d be the same or within !/4"
of each other.
If aqustment is necessa%
s}de of mower only.,

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D '_directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom
edge of mower housing as shown.
•

make adjustment on one

_0 To raise one side of mower, tiqhten lift link adjustment
nut on tha.t s:d_°
To bwer on_::_
side of ,,,._,t_..,_'o,_,
_' .oosen }ift l_r¢
",,. adjustment
nut on that .. :e
,d,i

tU_"r!S

,_s*adjustment

o

nut wii! change

mow._srhJe,ghtabout I/8'L
Recheck ._e
_ a,_,,-.o
_.:,,._
.. m...,,.._after
,-._t<,
adjusting.
i

i

,_3OTTOM EDGE
OS_':£iOWER TO

i

!f links at:e nol: equal in _ength, adjust one link to same
length as other link.
To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front
links an equai number of turns.
When distance "D" is !/4" to 3/4" iower at front than
rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front
links.
To raise _ront of mower, loosen nut "F"from trunnion on
both front !inks. Tighten nut "E" on both front !inks an
equal number of tums_
When distance "D" is I/4" to 3/4" !ower at front than
rear, tighten nut °%"against trunnion on both front links.

BOTTO_il 8©GE
OF MOWER TO

)

4

Before makint_ any nacessary adjustments, check that
beth front links a_e equal in length. Both links should be
approximately 10-3/8,.

"_4_
I_.- _7{I,_"---..;j!_._I
-47
ki.{.........V1-':!
-_'<"'_'_ ......... _-_
i;I..... ._
,_',,'" i
tl
f
_ ....
A

Recheck side4o-side adjustment°

i
!

1
_=_"_.,_

I

_,_S_,i_>s -....

f-f

_......

_

_.

'i

_ '_ "_

_ _1

_,€_T_

I

[
[-

LiFT _ _.4"
ADJUSTmeNT

J

/

NUT

/

Ff@° !8

NUT "5"
NUT

s

/
_RONT L1NI(S

2O

TRUNNION

FIG. 20

/

SE
TO REPLACE
(See Fig. 21}

_IOWER

CE A
BLADE

©RWE

A©J
BELT

i

The mower btade drive be!t may be rep!aced without tooIs.
Park the tractor on ievei sudace. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL
o

WITH

/

...H/2,,_,

s_ _ace attachment clutch in" Dlo,.__IGAu_Eu
_"=_ " '_" _'" position.
Move attachment lift lever fon*7ard to iower mower to its
iowest position°

\\

X

""_-..._,_._-_

JAM
N UT

Disconnect R.H, suspension arm from rear deck bracket
by removi;qg retainer spdng.
I

Pull bett away from mower,
°O4 _

BELT INSTALLATION
lnstalt new belt in reverse order- of removai.
o

_IGAG_:D

NUT"A"

Wori_tbe_t off both m{_:nd_eip@ieys and idter puileys.
_

:BRAKE

7

Roli bait off engine pulley,
o

P,_;_H,..a

Ma£e sure bett is in ail puNey grooves,,and'tn_:4ut,o
o -_--ail betl
guides+

F]Go 22

You_ ti'actor ;s equpped with an adjustable brake system
which is mounteci ors the dght s}de of the transax!e.
if tractor requi_es more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted,
o

Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

o

Measure distance between b_ake operating arm and
nut "A" on brake rod,

TRANSAXL_
PULLEY

tf distance is o'ther than ! 4/2% ioosenjam nut and turn
nut "A" un!i! distance becomes !4/2". Retighten jam
nut against nut "A".
Road test t:actor for proper stopping distance as stated
above. Readjust if necessa% If stopping distance is
still grealer than six (6) feet in highest geaq further
maintenar_ce is necessary, Contact your nearest au,°
thorized service centen
21

FtGo 23

"'_ _,_

-

if steedngwheelc_ossbars
a_enothorizontal
(}efttorigh0
whenwheelsarepositioned
straightforward,remove
steeringwheeiarid(eassemDie
perinstructions
;nt!_eAssembly
sectiofofthismanual
Fqtj!tq _ .....
,_,.=°'+"*:;
_,,,=.. TO_-_dOAZ#!B!I_:R
if your battery is too weak to start t_seerGk'_e_it should be
rechad@d, if ".}.'drapercabies" are used for emergency
star_in_!, blow this procedure:
,_']_-_.,

_, .......

VEHICLE

,,,

Bleck up axle secu_e-iy,

_

F:%;)move._xxLe
covei, te_:2ifh_g h_ and washers I;o atow
wheel i-emo'-+'s.f
,{ree_-"
wheel conLf&"_s::0,
sq,uare key - Do
.qot ose),

".'

Rep-_ir tke and _es.ssembk-,

*:

Ors tea_'wheels only; align _!c<:)ves h'_,_"earwheel hub
and axis. inse_i sGu@fe key,

_;

}se:i.AaOe
i;}(it_

_

W:_8}q@1% aN@ st_,an

_:J .... ; = %

Y O t JH Y"RA C i _<>;
{ _ l S :::a I __*
_,:'p <::_
n WKH

_ '-"_ _;"_"'"'-'+
_
....
:_qc:!.a_-',_
_:: GROLCa);ED

VOLT

MUST

AL.SO

d_,_-...........

817:: i',.

"ii.!

VOL.Y

A 12

[}-ii!_ OYHER
N_'iIEGATiVE

GFiOL,_NDF.{DSYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOL;R TRACTOR
BA'rTERY T'O STARY OTHER V!EHICI...ES.
Cermec'i each end of the _"°=", ..........t,-,
\_/?'*"%
't'="F'v*i_"
Y_ld_.i=l c"_ Ot eSOf

' " '

SY ...........
"_Tl::l",f_

_,

_o._.i"_'%<:_"'5,,
[eKllSq'
'"
oate

PF)SIJtVI;
qoI',. 11ooN_l_'=
r-+

aga_inst chassis
Connect one end of the .......
_-_ -_,o_
........ cable
" ' to the NEGA-

,,,-,,,,-(.).............

_<

,_

Cor•inect
the otisei" end of +,_
_._
,..:..,
-,.,...,, cable ix- good
"
.- .........
_ _,ov
C"';-4
_ _t;<:;t_:::.'
#:wx;
': i_,q% away !'t:_mfuel
:'
"cariu(<._
' " "_d
.,, A,.
............
, ,OU,,_....,
,,....b_"ttam_
_,...,:_,._

i;:_epte, oe _!t.)(,9 oovei%
"_"r'_.. I-s.l:

'_

_,M'_ ,, '1:1- r_ ,_

F"I

_-c,

iiliiVf;fi:_

17:11 kiWI"
h'_"-;
[,?t11.2
.]',l-i

m_b+_,.4",
cable 'ill'Sttrenq ciqaSsls _,""-d+
.=then h'om the fully
_-_"
_:::_.
=...%
<_."M
",_*:,,.,,
....,,
_:.fail ftori! bath batt!f'iel.

_7

!

CABLES

BATTIRY

/

/

\

POS!'i"IIIE "[LRRIIl:NikL

71iG, 25

\

D ADJ
TO REPLACE

HEADLIGHT

-4N

_ =_

o

Raise hood_

o

Pult bWb holder out of the hole in the backside of the
grill.

o

Replace bulb in holder and push buib hoider securety
back into the hole in the backside of ._hegriii.

o

Close hood,

INTERLOCKS

TO ADJUST THROTTLE
(See Fig. 27}

With engine r_ot ru,qnin_, move throttte control iever
from siow (_@**)to choke ('_,) oosit:,on. Slowly inove
fewer from ono_,t (I _,,) ,.o fao. (_ #...;.::;4wn.
Check that holes "A" in governor centre! lever ar,_dho!e
in governor plate line-up. If holes "A" are r_otaiigned_
loosen clamp screw and move throttle eabie untiJ .qoies
are aiigned. Tighten clamp screw securely°

AND AELAYS

Check wirinft... See _::"_"_
' ° diag;am in Repair
:+:,.,#:._
_at: wiring

Replace with 30 amp automotive-4ype D,,
.,._qJrjfuse.
fuse holder is located btmmd the dash..

TO Bai_!tOVE

GOVERNOR
OONTBOL £_VE}S_

The

/
¢

i

Raise hood.
Unsnap headiight wire connector.

o

GOV:_£_;_iOR
©O_'_TROL PZ.AT£

_4OOD A_',il© GRILL, ASS_i_aBLY

(S,.(_®
#i$ 2M
o

OABL£

The thro_tte contro_ has been preset at the factors; and
adjustment should not be necessaPy. Check adjustment as
described beiow before loosening cabte. If adjustment is
necessary, proceed as fot_ows:

Loose or damaged widr_ may cause your tractor to run
pooriy, stop Rmnin{:_ or prevent it from sta_ing.
,9

CONTROL

o

Stand in front oftracton Grasp hood at sides, ti_ttovvard
entwine and lift off of tractor,

O

To replace, reverse above procedure.

F_G. 26

23

SERVICE AND ADd
TO A©JUST

CARBU_3ETOR

ENTS

A,..,._LERA __O,(_T_o T

(See Fig. 28)

The carburetor isas been p_eset at the facto_j and adjustmerit should not be secessary.
However, minor adjust °
merit may be _'equired to compensate fordifferences in fuel,
tempe_ature_ a!titude or load. If the carburetor does need
adiustment, p_oceed as follows:

o

!n ge,qecai, tumi_g idle mixture valve in (clockwise) dec re _s:ses
the suppiy of fuei to the engine giving a leaner fuel/
ai_"m,i×t_.._re.Turning the idle mix:ture valve out (counterc!ockwis ::).incre ¢_sesthe supp:iy of fuel to the; engine giving
a richer fuei/a;_ mi;_...............

romeo Resporusibiiities sec:tion of this manuai}.

,_

OIL

D_ain oii {with engine warm} and replace with clean e.__gir',,e
oi!.. (See <'ENGtNE_' in the Customer Responsibiiities
section of this manuai),

<,

,_

Start the engine and let it run until the rue! ines and
,,_.,,POUI__+,,,.A
.
_,-_,' °",,_''" ,.+d%:,
_, empty.

H©7'_Z: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable altemaEve in
rrinimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits du,,:ir_gsto_'age. Add stabi!izer to gasoNne in fuel tank or storage
container. Always fo!low the ms' ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after addk: <"'_°'_'_c"

fuel t_xnk,

Never use engine or carburetor" cleaner products in t.h_¢
fuel tank or pe_'manent damage may occur.
Use f_esh fuel next season+

@

0_ Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfacesl sand
iightiy before painting.

_Ji,,4Y',AIqt

OrahYthe

_*

Replace with riewspark [:Aug(s).

Be sure bat__e_ydrai_ tube is secu_eiy attached.

,_

Do not s!:oi"egasoline f_om one season to anothe_ •.

If Dattery is _emoved from tractor for storage, do not
store batter}/directly on concrete o_"damp surfaces.

o

Re@ace your gasoline cap, if your can sta£s to rust,
Rust and/or <,t.i_-£
in your gaso'h_e will cause proble:ns.

._

if possibIe, store your" tractor indoors and cover it to
give proteclen from dust and di_.

After cieaning, leave Rabies disconnected _7.:nd
place
cables where they oat'mot come in contact with butte%,
terrrAnals.

Cover your t_actor with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which slows condensation te form and
will cause your tractor to rus_.
!@ROW:DANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE
AND _XHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

25

B

T
1
Wil_ not start

t
_Z

I
,i

RR_2CT_ON
i.
2.
3.
,.i
5.

I*
9_
! I O.

I.
2.
3,

sta_i:

Out of fuel.
E"_gine not'_CHOKED"
Engine flooded.
B_d spark p_ug,
Ditly .',-:_ir
filter.
Dirty _uei fiiter.
Water in iuei.

;::ill fuel tank.
See 'TO START ENGINE" in Operation

properly.

1"
&
7,
&
i! 9.

Loose or damaged wiping,
Carburetor o_.xtof adjustment,
E_sgine w:4'ves out of adjustment,

!i0.

i

Dirtyair ti!i:er,
_3ad spark ptug,
Weak or dead beaten/,

4.
5.
6.
7,
8,

Di£y fuei fitter_
Stale or dirty fuel
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adiustment.
Engine vaIves out o[ad]ustment.

i.
2.
3,
4,

Clutch/brake pedal not depressed,
Attaehmen_ b4utch is engaged,
Week o_dead battery.
Blown fuse.

5.
iS,
7.
8.

Corroded battery termi_ais.
Loose or damaged
wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.
Fau!ty solenoid or staI1en

9.

Fra.uityape_ator presence switch(as),

2,
3.

Cop'reded bat!e'v;-ermnais
Loose o,_damaged
wiling,

4.

F_.uit7 eoian@d O_'star{at.

i.

il 2.
4,
5,
8,

:l 7.

gasotine and replace fuel filter,
Check all wiring,
Contact an authorized sewice centeddepa£ment.
Contact an authorized sen/ice centeffdepaftment,

Cleanirepface aiT filter,
Replace spark ptug.
Recharge o__replace battery.
Replace fuel filter,
Drain fuel tank and refilt with fresh gasoline.
Check nil wiring,
Contact an authorized service eenteridepaAn-_ent.
Contact an authorized service center/depa_ment,

[[ t,
2.
i 3.

Depress ctutchtbrake pedal,
Disengage attachment clutch,
Recharge or replace battery.

!
I

RepIace fuss,
Clean batte_iterminals.

4.
5,

se.c_ion.

Wait severaI minutes before attempting to start.,
Rap!ace spark ptug,
Clean/replace air filter,
Repiaee fuel litter,
Drain _ueftank and carburetor, refill tank witis fresh

I

6.
7,
_] 8,
9.
i]

Cheek atl w}ring,
ChecWreplace ignRion switch,
Cheeklreptace solenoid or sfarter.
Contact an authorized service centeddepa£ment.

I,
:i 2,
i 3.
:!I 4_

Recharge or _'ep!ace battery.
Clean batte! 7 terminals,
C.h,ck n!l wiring.
CheeWreplace sotenoid or sled:at.

:1

;[

:)

I4
;i
iJ
!

t.
2.

Cu_}n,s _oo much grass/too _ast.
'Th_'ottle it" "CHOK:E" position.

4
5.
£
7

Dirty aftPiker,
L,ow oil ,.. _,_.,/-,,,_,,,v
oil,
F"_ ", ....... " : 7
Didy fuei _itfer.

i 8.
iJ 9.
I0,
tl,
i2,
!3.
14.
! 5.

i,
2,
3,
4,
5.
6,
7,
8.
9.

Stale o_ di£y fuel.
Water in iuet,
Spark plug wi_e loose.
Di£y engine air screenfiins,
DirWiclo_,ged muffler,
Loose o_ damaged wiring.
Carbureto_ out oF adjustment.
8.ngine v'_.ives out of -:&d!ustment,

I.
2.

Worn, bent orloose blade.
Bent b$ada mandrel,

8.

Loose/damaged

part(s),

28

Setin "Higher Cuff positierdreduce
speeci.
Adjust thro_ie control,
Clears underside of _ssower housing.
Clear#replace air filter.
Check oil level/change oiL
Clean and regap ot change spark p_ug,
Replace fuei f[tte_',
Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh 9asotid'e.
Drain fuei tank .and carburetor, refilt tank with fresh

10,
1!.
12,
I3.
I4.
!5,

gasoline and replace fuel fitter,
Connect and tighten spark plug wire,
Clean engine air screenf[ins,
Clean/replace muffler,
Cheek all wiring,
Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.
Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.

i.
2,
8.

Replace blade, Tighten b!ade boit,
Replace blade mandrel,
Tighten loose pa_(s). Replace damaged parts,

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLE_
Engine contin_ee to run
when operator leave_ seat
with attachment clutch

CORRECTION

CAUSE
t_

PO

Faulty operatorosafe[y

presence control system.

,1,

Check wiring, switches and connections.
If not
corrected, contact an authorized service center/
departmenL

engaged

PO0{

OUt

_ L_f'_'.ven

_lowe_ btades will not
;'orate

Poe_ 9_ass discharge

Headlight{a)
net werki_'_9
(if so equipped)

£ngi_e 'ibackfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"

1.
2.

Worn, bent or loose btade.
Mower deck not IeveI:

i,
2,

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt,
Level mower deck,

3.
4,

Bui{dup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
Bent biade mandrel,

5.

Clogged mower deck vent he;as from buildup of
grass, leaves, and t_ash around mandrels,

3.
4.
5,

Clean underside of mower housing.
Replace blade mandret,
Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,

I,

Obstruction

1.

Remove obstruction.

2,
3.
4..

Worn/damaged mower drive belt.
Frozen ldter puiley.
Frozen blade mandrel

2,
3.
4.

Replace mower drive bell
Replace idler puIley.
Replace Made mandrel

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

Engine speed too slow.
TraveI speed too fast.
Wet grass,
Mower deck not tevel,
Low/uneven tire air pressure,
Worn, bent or loose bIade.
Buiidup of grass, ;eaves and trash under mower,
Mower drive belt worn,

1.
2.
3,
4,
5,

Place throttle centre! in "FAST" pos[tion.
Shif[to slower speed.
Ai!ow grass to dry' before mowing,
Levetmower deck.
Check tires for proper air pressure,

9,
I0,
11.

BIadesimpropedy
installed.
Improper b!ades used.
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, !eaves, and trash around mandrels.

in clutch mechanism.

6,
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

Replace/sharpen
blade. Tighten blade bolt.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Rap!ace mower drive belt.
Reinsta!I blades sharp edge down.
Repiace with biades Iisted in this manual,
Ctean around mandrels to open vent hoies,

I.

Turn switch "ON",

2,
3,
4,

Replace bulb(s),
ChecWreplace fight swkch.
Check wiring anti connections,

5,

Replace fuse,

Bad battery ceil(s),
Poor cabfe connectior_s,

i,
2,

Replace battery.
ChecW'eiea_ all cor_nect}oqs.

3,
4,

Fautty reguiator {if so equipped),
Faulty alternator.

8,
4,

Repiace regt'tator_
Replace aiternator.

t.

E_gine th{o_te control not set at _'SLOW"
position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1.

I°
2,

Switch is {'OFF'L
Bulb(s) burned out,

3,
4.
5,

Faulty Iight switct_,
Loose or damaged wiring,
Blown fuse.

I.
2.

27

Move thtottIe control to "SLOW" position and allow
to [die [or 30 seconds
before stopping engine,

SERVICE NOTES

TRACTOR

o o MODEL

NUMBER

9! 7°256451

SCHEMATIC

oll!o
°I I °

RED

BLACK

P

BATTERY

i
[

RED

---_,-J IiiLs-T........
: d@.

FUSE 30 AMP.
r

f

TFiS

WHITE

--.

Bs

-

_

_

--

,._,@ .............@
S:rAm-ER
i

_[_

f-o

o '_

k

i
j

J
SOLENOID

t

CLUTCH / BRAKE
(PEDAL UP)

I
!

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH
(NOT OCCUPIED)

}GN1TION SWITCH
I

i

BLACK
E
i

K-'_

F'h

_ F

I

,}

I

>7,kj

.j_-_:.,._----

BLACK

"-_--"

A_'MENT

....

CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

q

BLACK

]
l

GROUNDING
,_.ONNb......ut.,

_,sNmoN

PLLJG:: @ ....

:1_-

_;_
i

28 VOLTS AC M_N. @ 3600 RPM
(CHARGING
SYSTEM D_SCONNECTC:B)

CHARGING
BYSTEM OUTPUT
3 AMP OC @ 3800 RPM

\

t

i

REB
LIGHTING

SYSTEM

i

OUTPUT

D_ODc:

NOT_
%\.

M

IGNITION
POS_T1ON
OFF
ON
START

---4_.--

i_
14 VOLTS
AC
IRWIN. @ _00
_PM
(L,_*]HT_
OFF}
YOUR TRACTOR IS
B
EQUIPPED WFrH A SPECIAL.
,,1°
HEADLIGHTS
i
........
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
HEADLIGHT
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
SWITCH
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
(OFF)
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
SWITCH
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED, AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
W_RING INSULATED CUPS
SPEEDED UP, TIdE LIGHTS
NOTE:
iF WIRING INSULATED
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
NON-REMOVABLE
---¢_--REMOVABLE
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
CONNECTIONS
CONN_.CTIONS

29

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TRACTOR

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N U#aBER 917,25645!

ELECTRICAL

7O
i

43

36 38

39

I
i

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I

I
I

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o °, J ODEL NUMBER

9t7o25645t

ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

.1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
15
I6
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
39
40
4!

146139
74760412
STD551025
STD551125
STD54i025
t09238X
t44940
109596X
147688
153664
STD55tI25
78350400
136850
4t52J
4799J
146147
108824X
420_j
121305X
144921
140400
141226
140403
1t07!2X
140336
S°TD6O1005
I09553X
146057
71110408

43
44
48
49
70

145673
73640400
140844
153249
140413

N©'(E:

DESCR_PT._ON
Battery t2 Volt 25 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd I/4-20unc X 3/4
Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga
Washe_" Lock Hvv Heiicaf t/4
Nut Fin Hex I/4-20 Unc
Tube P!astic 12'I
Case Battery wi2 HoJes
.Clamp Hose Olive
t
roas.ener
Snap- in
Switch Interlock Push-4I-I
Washer Lock t/4
Nut Jam Hex 1/4_20 Unc
Harness Asm Light Wi4152j
Bulb Light #! 156
Cable Batten/8 Ga ! I" red
Cable Battery i3 Ga red w/16 W}_e
Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green
Cable Ground 6 Ga t2" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch _gn 3 pos
Nut Ignition
Cover Sw Key Btk 1 25 Text SLZ'
Key tgn Molded Craftsman
Switch Light Btk 5!k Red
Bracket Switch !ntedock
Screw Tap Hex #10o24_xnc X i/2
Switch lntlk Ci_Jtch Red 4 Term
'_
< Ign Da,_,
" <_"Lt IPC Mch 95
t-_mes,,
Bdt BIk, Fin Hex !/4o20 Uric x _/2
Cove_ Terminat Red
Soie_;oid
Nut Keps Slk H:× 1/4o20 U_qc
Adapter Ammete__Recta{_g_da¢
Washer Pinned DeJta
Harness Engine B&S5

A_tcomponent dimensions give in UoSo inches
I inch = 25_4 mm

31

R...PA_RPARTS
TRACTO_

MO#SL

NU_IBER

_J.7.25645t

' @ AND £NCLOSUR£S
.CH ASS_

2"1

\

22

\_ \

14

\

28

3S
10

\
/
34.

\
3

14

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o o MODEL NU IBER

917o256451

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!t
13
I4
I5
16
!7
18
!9
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
33
34
35
38
39
60
74
i00
140
--

PART
NOo
151169
140356
17490612
STD55t025
146077
145208X015
124027X
12647IX
t46757X0t3
146956
I46961X0t2
17490608
74180512
STD541431
t31445X4t7
t26938X
1752131O
122933X
124479X
STD523710
19131312
STD541437
17030814
t40"135
124029X
!09872X417
136619
I05476X4t7
105475X4!7
STD533707
139888
i3D887
72140606
73680600
105037X
150556
5479J

NOT_:

DESCRIPTION
Chassis Weldment 1Iga 1996
Drawbar Stretch
Screw Thdrot 3/8-16x3/4 Tyott
Washer t3/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Bumper, Snap In
Saddle Sitkscrees F_t Sdf 5Sp D4360
Heat Shield Sloped Hood
Clip Line Fuel !3/32 Mtg Hote
Dash bflkscreen®q Sears EngiSy
Panet Pnt Dash Lh
Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment
Screw Thdrot 3/8-t6xl/2 Ty-tt
Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-i8uncx3/4
Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc
Hood Asm Pnt
Bumper Hoed
Screw Sltd Hex Hd w,@i Washer
Rivet Ratchet Nylon
Washer Nylon B!k 28× 75x 19
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X t
Washer 13/!6 X 13/I6 X !2 Ga
Nut Lock 3/8o,16 Uric
Screw, Hex Head, Spidefiock #8 x "7/8
Gdlte Gray
Lens Headlight Bar CIear
Fender Pnt
Bracket Pat Fetsder
Footrest Pnt Lh Peff
Foo!rest Pnt Rh Peff
Boit Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X8/4,
Bracket, Asm_ [:_ivot, L.H. Mowe: ;£ear
Bracket, Aan_._o
Pivot, R.H. _i_ower Rea:_
Boit Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4
Nut Crownlock 3/8_!6
Stfip_ Foam 18"
Bracket Chassis Front 7 Ga.
:Plug B_sttonSlk 359 Dia

All component
dimensions
t inch = 25,4 mm

33

given

in U,8,

inches

53
/

/

22

3_

REPAIR PARTS
RAO OR

fiO:©EL NUMBER

917o2 645

DRIVE

KEY
NO,

PARY
NO,

KEY
NO,

DESCRIPTION

PART
NOo

#ESC_-31PTtON
Washer t3/32 X 13/t6 X I2 Ga
Beadr_gNyi 503X 628XI
25
Washe_ Hardened
Ring Klip #t5304,-50
Pulley !dler V Groove Plastic
Be!lcrank Asm
Retainer Belt Style Sprir_g
Bolt Hex Hd 3/8o16unc X !_-1/2
N' d.Cf'owRtook o/,__1u tJnc
Nut Lock 5/16-!8 Ur!c
Link Clutch 7 66
Spring Return Clutch 675
Bolt Fin Hex 3/Sd6unc X I-!/4
V-bett Ground Drive 95,25
Keeper Belt Rh Lt Pntizinc 16g
Retainer Beit
......Chassis Lh _"_..inc
Screw Thclro! 318-i 6x3/4 Ty-tt
Cover Pedal Blk ,_ta"
"
Pulley FAngine
Bolt Flnhex 7t16-20 x 4 g5
Washer Lock b!vy i-qJc!Spr 7/t6
Keeper Be_t Engine Lh L.t
Guide Belt D_'Mower Rh
Washe_' 13/32 X 1_i/4 X t2 Ga
Spacer Spilt _80xio94
V,lao..... ,:.JlO,( ,,,,v1. _I"
,_

, 4.[)!_Z_
_,

I

,'Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8
Shaft Asm Pittman
Nyliner Snap In
Bracket Steedng
:Bushing Rod Tie Blk Lt
Gear Sector
Washer t3/32 X 7/8 X t6ga
Screw Thdroi 3/8-t6x3/4 Tyott
Pin Cotter I/8 X 3/4 Cad
Rod Tie W}re Form t9 75 Mech
Sushisg ocg 5/8 td Dash
Screw
!nseri Cap S(rg Wheel Std B]k
Washer t3/'32 X 2_8/8 v_ 8 Ga
Nut Lock Center 3/8_24un:_
,_'_u/835id
Adapter Wheel Strg _'_'
Soot Shaft Steering
Washer 25/32 X 1 !/4 X I6 Ga
Cap Spindie Fr Top BJk
Fitting Grease
Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

Alt component dimensions
! inch = 25.4 mm

37

given in U.So inches

REPAIR PARTS
TRAC

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9i7.2564,5t

SEAT ASSE_IBLY

2t
_J
J

2¢%.

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23

17

K_Y
NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!0
12
t3

i2

DBSCRIPTIO_I
151205
140551
STD523710
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
i74.90616
19131614
140552
!2t246X
121248X

Seat V350
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk)
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X I
Washer t3/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push In Hinged
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Seat Cprsr_ 2 250 B_kZi
Screw Thdrot 3/8-16 X I Ty°tt
Washer t3/32 X I X 14 Ga
Pan P_t Seat (b k }
Bracket Pnt Mour_ti_sgSwitch
Bushing Snap B_k Nyi 50 td

_ZY
NOo

PART
NOo

D_SGR]PT!ON

14 72050411
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-3/8
I5
134300
Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
t6
121250X
Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt
17 t23976X
Nut Lock i/4 Lge F_g Gr 5 Zinc
t8
I24238X
Cap Spring Seat
2t
t53236
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc BIkz
22 STD54!431
:Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
23 74780814
Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5
24 '19i7'I9i2
Washer 17/32 X t-3/16 X t2 Ga
25 1270'18X
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62
26 STD55It50
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 1/2
BIOT£: AI componer:_t dimensions give_ in U.S. inches.
I i_ch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o o MODEL NUMBER

917,256451

DECALS.
14

17

8

6

3

7

21

7

5

9

\

\

4

8

14

I1

\
t3

t0
I8

I5

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1i

138955
272936
151815
151816
i32674
i3364.4
142249
t42252
125880X
1495!6
137537

Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Deca!
Decal
Decai
Deca_
Decal

PART
NO,

KEY
NOo

DESCR!PTION
Instruclion Operat Eng
Engine 12.5 Hp B&S _C Cra:_ts
Hood Slope Rh Craftsman
Hood Slope Lh Craftsman
Grille
Maint Customer Sears Dora
Panel Side _ic
lnsed. Hood Bik
Fender Craftsman Red
Btry DngdPsn Eng, Acme
r. ,.,
_,,au_on
EnglishlSpanis

4,10

1t

\

12
13
14
t5
16
!7
i8
21
.-

4900J
146o46
105809X
136832
! 4.0837
133179
131265
13831 t
t539t7
t r ' ".qe

13.084,0
i $3943
i83840

DESCRIPTION
Mower blousing Assembly
Bolt Carriage 5/16-I8 x 3/4
Bracket Asm. Fram Sway Bar 38/.42
Bracket, Asrno Deck Sway Bar 38"
Retainer_ Spring
Asrn. Suspension Rear
Boit, Hex 3/8-24 x !-I/4 Grade 8
Washeh Lock, HW Htcl Spring 3/8
Washer_ Hard B!ade Mower Vented
Blade, Mower, M@ching 38"
Bail Bearing
Shaft and Bearing Assembly
(b3ctudes Key Number I5)
Mar@tel Housing, Vented
Bail @eaSng, Mand_ei
Stdppe_= Meweh Vented
:SOIL Shouider
Nut, C;owniock 5/18o!8
Bracket, Mower Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring. Defie(;tor
NuL Push
Shie!d_ Deflector
Washer !I/32 x 8/4 x 16 Gauge
Rod, ._--_"_',.,_,se
Sc_ew_ Yhdf"ol He× Hd
Washer, Spacer
Putey, Mandrel
Nut, Fb.qgeiock 9116
Pulley, tcileh Fiat
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
Rod, Pivot
Rod, Ctutcl% Secondary
Retaineh Sprin9
B_aXe Assembly
_Nasher Hs.rdeaed
!dler Arm Assernbiy

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

56
67
68
69
7t
72
73
74
75
75
77
78
79
80
81
82
88
87
88
89
92
107
!08
109
1! 0
1t3

122052X
149848
144200
_ _D._60907
142427
!3t870
127847
12t748X
12000029
128909
127845
140384
!27498
153701
73350600
142028
783ij
128772
19t 1I2i 6
19133612
73800600
133502
133503
74760640
i 42587
174905't2

122 131289
123 t3i 288
'I1...{4.STDS33717
128 i53390
.... t 30794.
- ..

142820

HOT[(:

45

DESCRIPTION
Spaceh Retainer i-3/4
Knob
Beit
Pin_ Cotter 3/32 x 3/4.
iqed, Clutch, Primary
Spring, Re_um
Arm, Ck;_ch, Secondapy
Washer 25/32 x I,,,5/8 x I6 Gauge
Ring, Klip
B.O[t, o{10 UICk-:,

_(eeper, Spring
A_]"a,Clutch, Prima%_
Bushing
Spdng
_\' _
Jam 3/8-48 UNC
Trunnion Adj 94
Runner, Li-._
Runner, RH
Washer 'ti/32 x 3/4 x 15 Gauge
Washer I3/32 x 1 x 12 Gauge
Nut Lock Hex W!h_s 3/8-16 UNC
Spacer, Retainer
Stifferler, tdier Arm
So!t, Hex Head 3/8-t6 x 2-i/2
Upsto9 Deck Front 38"
Screw, He:( Head, Tied. Roll.
5/I8-1.8 x 3/4
!qod, @rak% LH
Rod, @_aKe,RH
Soft., C_arlia.ge 8t8-i6 x 1-814
Washer f-"ht
_='-,_d"<"'.......
ivt_.n.x
_,I.,'._,.>,>ef
'"a_.,._y
_" (inc!.,Jdes _[
" '- hte_
°'_ "

8
9
10
tt
t2
13
14
15
16
t7
18
19
20
21
22
23
24.
25
26
27
28
29
30
3!
312
33
34
35

I2095iX
Puck, Fdction
143045
Seal O!
142672
Ring, Retaining
134793
* Assemb% Kit Shim °625 Shaft
143051
Seadr% F}ange
!20415X
Washer, Plain °632 x t.38 x °046
1426,74
Key, Woodruff, #9
t38234
Assemb!y, Kit Input Shaft
tI0078X
Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth
!05909X
Ring, Retainhs9
-s,,_:¢q-_v,,,,.,_o
_,_.,
Chain, 24 Pitches
106,9I!X
Beating; Flange
!426,,75
Gear_ Spur, 14 Teeth
138246
Cofiar, Clutch
138238
Assembly, Kit, Clutch Keys
!3479i
Screw, Tapping w/Sealer
!,._._.._.6,
7o
Shafi, Intermediate
2244.J
Key, Woodruff, #6I
._a<_-,_.
_:.,v
t20470X
Sprocket, 18Teeth (Reve_-se)
!t0070X
Spacer
.,_.,.,._,x::7-,f
Ges.r_ Spur, 37 Teeth (!. =,)
129405X
Gea[, Spur 30 Teeth (2=,)
!08980X
Gear, Spur,. 25 Teeth {3,o)
' ::......
"
4 .6'{
_-"_-,
Geer,
6put,
22 Teeth (@,)
....., ,, JO
:_<;QD._
1,::4.sop
Ge_', 8pub i9 x-_
_, =o
z,.o,,_
184797
Sps.ce_" i.i33 x !.50 x .375
I05925X
Wa.sheh Plain .640 x 1.37 x ..061

37
38

101978)(
si0079X

39
4.0

i24639X
120472X

Spacer .130 x ! .00 x .169
Asser_bty, Gea!'_ Col _bination of
_._
......
o Teeth aP,d 't<
',.,._Teeth.
Shaft, Idler
Spacer .635 x .875 x .755

KiT
NO,

PART
HO,

41
42
43
44
45
46`
4,7
48
49
5O
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
6`3
64
55
,66
67

I05928X
tt0084X
134394
I20473X
t42678
i20407X
I06589X
120408X
I05937X
i 05936X
2226J
13440!
2264J
120474X
!t008!X
I05941X
!10071X
120952X
__i 00cv._,,
c-'r,_"
I20475X
1426`80
i20961X
7294J
......
108t_bgAv
120953X
i 20954K
i84799

88

138244-

70
71
72

! 1T:0950)(
73810500
i 0@596:£

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1204.'18X

SprocKet, 9 Teeth (Revel'so)
Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth
Assembly, Kit, Shim .750 Shaft
Shaft, Driw_
Gear, 5pub 12 Teeth (1=)
G,_a.r,c,pu_, 20 "f-o_h (2,,0)
Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (3=)
Gear; Spur, 28 Teeth (4,°)
Gear, _r_t]r 31 Teeth {5Q
Spacer .781 x i.00 x .375
Washer, Plain .632 x !:00 x .060
Washeh Neop._ene
Wasi_eh Plain .758 x !.25 x .03i
Axle, LH.
Gear, Miter_ 15 Teeth
Ring, Retaktmg
Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth
Shaft, Cross
Gear, Miter, I5 Teeth
Axh:_,R.H.
Housing, Lower
Puck. Friction
Disc, Brake
Spacer
Jaw, Brake
Pin, Dowel
Sc_'ew; SNf..Tapping, L.a__'ge
5/I6oi8 x 2.25
:Leve_', Acttt_£in9
'WasheiL _::_
-_""
<:
..... ";_'"
:>& I X' 1 .00 X ,00.,:_
_-_:
@tacke% AY'ti-Re_:ation
hocknu1: S/I 6-24
Screw, % ii:-Yapping_ i._arge
5i16-18 x 1.44
Greags

*

Use in combinations

**

O@er Key No. 15

HOTI;

47

DESOFIPTION

to maintain

Aii component dimensions
I inch :: 25.4. mm

p_'ope_ c!earances

given ip, U.S. ir.ches

" ....
l!

::_:_7 (li....

_

l.I

&IS.......
.................

.;,L%"]_')

7_ X ,7

41

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
BR_GGS & STRA_ON

ENGINE

- ° MODEL
MO©EL

12.1 CA_BU:_'Ofl

NUMBER

NU_B_:R

g17,£56451

289707,_ _Y. c NUMBER

0179o0!

OV_.RH,&UL K_T

_2 _ii_
_

%

224

,

:<::.::......

[_-%,

.

[

k..

,_7:'¢i

1
t

_t044

:;?N

i

;S_# ,{;

--. L 2_F

V

_.S.-TS

@2_::s::, :L:2S!!d

492

Vps
38,011

49

"_J

REPAIR PARTS

801

_802 i

:!i

284
:%_,L.!_i/
.i

_!h

:i

5

1

%_ 524
5O

1

d

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
BR_GGS & STRATTON

KEY PART
NO_ NO,
t
2

496413
399265

3
5
7
8
9
10
ti
t2

391086
4.94240
271866
39'14.06
27803
94821
28O10O
271916
271997
271996

13

_:.M62'_

15
16

94239
495162
94196
494.238
291675
94524
.4928:26

18
20
22
2:}
24
25

26

27
28
29

222898
394681
394852
394663
894654
39'!?'80
392331
391781
391782
391788
260924
299691
391285
490:348
49048{)
9487i
262246
262247
65906
26828
224502
221596
292260
93630
262248
212897
272465

° MODEL

NUMBER

TYPE NUMBER

KEY PART
NO. NO,

Cylinder Assembly
Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special
Toois For Installation)
*Seai, Oii
Head. Cylinder
* Gas_et, Cyt:inder Head
Breathe_ Assembly
* Gas£et, Valve Cover
Screw, .....c_-=m_',,
.._
Tt_be.. B_:£,
c..... Pssto!% e .... _ ,.,_e;.,._
R;n':_Set, P <'q * OhtoR_e. "::._"_ c _"_
Rin_._
. 0" Ow:-ws_ze
.. Set, o;_.,..,-.
_ ....._, .0t
.:::'qqqSe_ Pistcxi .0_0
......" Over'size
Rin!_:;Set, Ristes .0S0" Overs;ze
Lee.% :Piston .Pin
Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard
Pin >_ssy., Piston ,005" Oversize
Rod AsseF.abty, Connectb 9
ROd ,_,ba_:>u
'_...............
Nb:y, OO(1[lee'u!x%

52
53
75
78
95
98
104
105
106
108
118
12!
___.3
''_
t25
127
I 30
13!
I33
137
138
14t
14.2
147
164
171
187
188
o ....

272554
94637
224061
9:3805
94098
495800
231789
231855
231854
224540
494383
49 ,'.'.._
o_
94-616
495796
224539
494379
4.94381
281 i65
281164.
494.380
494537
P

A wg

2 i 38t 9
28 t 051
8938t5
93535
"762767
o@9
260871
2 I6 2827@3
_t
,', o 490815
222 494887
224. 94513
225 495157
227 493935
,_'s's's,4_
94742
262785
......o_".12
240 394358
265 _,:_t 535

;vt'n'_"v
"'i,_.s,_;b._.b::.
_' Cra%_kDin, So_e

Screw, Connecting Rod
Valve, ExhE,.ust
Vaive, _ntake
SOT nq,

917o25645.

NUMBER.289707,

DESCRIPTION

.02(}"

32
33
34.
35
36
37
40
41
42
45
46
51

ENGINE

MODEL

*

"_ '_

Spdng, Exhaust Valve
Guard, Flywheel
Retainer, Intake Valve
Rotocoii, Exhaust Valve
Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoii
Tappet, VaIve
Gear, Cam
.... Gasket, Carburetor(to Elbow)

**
***

DESCRIPTION
* GaskeL Carburetor
Stud, Carbu_etor Mounting
Washen Spring
Sc_ew,

Se¢,qs

Screw, Idie Speed
** Pin, Fioat Hinge
** Vaive Assemb!y, Inlet ,,,_,,.._._-"_4i_
tnleL Valve Sea_
Vaive, Choke
**Vaive, Needie
Oarbu_et,x' Overhaui fit:):r) o F

Leve;" &ssem_:)iy, Geverno_
Wasi-e_, Gore;mot Crank
[::'i;ter Ft..ie}
C;a:,,"np,:::ssina

ff_chJded in Gasket

Set (494241)

;ncluded in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (497535)
Included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (497535)
and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

NOTE: AIi component dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

5!

0!79@t

given in U.S. inches

REPAtR PARTS
TRACTOR
BRIGGS

& STRATTON

KEY PART
Nee ?,lO,
284

94073

284A 94704
304 4.98319
305 94819
306
307

224545
94623

308
309
310
3t 1
333
334
_.>
.....
346
356

491490
497595
497@02
497608
492341
93381
802592
93705
494328

858

4c,4P4t
..............

ENGINE

- - MODEL NU£oaBER 917 256451
= _£ODEL NU_BEiB

289707_ TYPE NU;_;IBER 0! 79°0t

K£Y PART
NO, NO,

DBSc2,RtPT!ON
Screw, Shoulder,
Hex Washe: Head
Screw.. iqex Head
Housir% Bbwe_
Screw, Seres, 81owe; Housing
Mou_tii-,g
Shieid_ (3yfinder
Screw_ Seres, Cyiir;,der Shield
Mounting
Cove< CyihderHead
Motor. Sta_%_.:n
Boit, Yhru
B G!o-'dnd

728
729
729A
74I
'757
758
759
76t
783
80I
802
_ q
842
847

94627
281i59
225!'70
262i35
2!2359
899891
298909
93875
280104
894556
497605
4% S04
270920
495415
22' .,-xw,i;
_o

_.aa:_te{"'
...............
o_s_

85'1

383 'i9203
383 89838
423 94073
443 4.93909
455 22255I
z'...S"7
493903
.........
4G:::i_222562
4.74 393474
48:';:_93!!1121
5!0 4,97506

Pule< Hywi;eet
Wrench_ Spark Pk_g
Screw, Seres
¢'B.._i
............
'
"_a _'_e_
-_,
_,G<:;.,:_
Air J'-i
,...,
e_,
Cup, Screen tv'iounting
K,no_; .....
/x _-Ciea.!._et.
Sc,"-een_Fiush Rotating
Starer A!temr4o_
Screw. Sef¢_s
OSw.%Stari::'r

869 26i463
870 2133t6
871 261961

.......... bA_
wn_,:_i"%

_,.::ie!_--,in
e < Srus.h
'[ FsoG.11i}50;
.....

High: 3200-3400

included in (Saskei 0..::_<
..... \4_.o_
',r'-'_
o3o)
_"
!ncluded in Carbur@.or Ovemaui

Kit (495799)

included in both CaE (API-SFiSG):

OIL CAPACITY:

3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
(GAP: .030")

CHAMPION RJIgLM
STD 3614.58

VALVE CLEARANCE:

INTAKE:
EXHAUST:

GROUND_SPEED

FORWARD:
Ist
2rid
3_d
4tt_
5th
REVERSE:

k

917,256451

(MPH):

SERIAL
t NUMBER

THE MODEL
..

AND SERtAL

r _.,_,__. UNDER

NUMBERS

TIRE PRESSURE;

WILL BE FOUND

A b_a,s Maintenance
Agreement
uct° Contact you_ nearest oearo

the safety

Foliow a regt_ar schedule
doiny yOU, ,R:_,,_._...
-_'

14 PFL
12 PS:i

L .........

i BATTEF1Y:

AMP!FIR:
MtN° CCA:
CASE SIZE::

]_aL_-,b__BOLT TORQUE:

30°35 FI', _ _ _:"

t

Js available on this prod_
store for details,

25
t90
U!R

WARNING:
This tractor
is equipped
with an internai
combustion
engine and sho_..lld not be used on or near any
unimproved
forest-covered,,
br-sh-covered
or grass-.cov -.
e{-ed land uniess the engine's exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestor meeting applicable
iocai o__st_,_ta laws
(if any), if a spark attester is useG it should be maintained
in effective working oMer by the operator.
in the state of Caiifomia
the above is _equired by !aw
(Section 4442 of the Caiifomia
Pubiic Resb'urces Code).
O_.h_r _t;:_l_:P,rnav _ave s rnila_ laws. Fede "_.ilaws _,b[) V on
f_de_i
lands
A s ad< a_"es_e_ for t_ m_,ff _r i's av;diabte
through your nearest Sears Authorized
::;ervk>_ Cented
DepaRment
(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

roles.

in maintaining,

1,0
2.1
3. I
4.0
5.'i
I ,,6

3 AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS Iflc.ADLiL-_fmtS

j CHA_GING..,
._.:,Y'S __M.

s :NANkA ! ACSR {E aENT

Read and obsewe

FRONT:
RF _ n,

THi_ SEAT.

rot ; qHthUi D RE,J .DRD BOTH S;_4 ..In,_ 17i32 x i-3ii6

{i } _ -oct-",_
_asnei" 112

,

Steednq _ v",4
neei

Ad::::_.ioter

,

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

"', ......................

.Nhee!

.,i

-7
7

x 12 ¢:sauge

i

(2) _" "

$

_
'

t27 ...... _=v,:÷,,.-.
"i,a4<;20 8!4

{2) Hex Nuts 114-20

t

I

i
ii

. , ,_._,c_W_she,,.'s t!4
i

t2) V'_8.sb,e,,'s _,,ai_°,,_.
x 518 )ts in dash and
push down to secure.

,_

Slide steedng wheei adapter onto upper steedng shaft,.
o._it_.__,
- r .......
'_---,.
.....
,, n,...._,'.
_o.
_.,front wheeis of the-'+r..,,--',_.........
e,
_,,,t,
_;=,y
a_e poiKt;ng
st..'aight fo_wa_'d.
_* Position steedng wheel so cross bars are hoAzontai
{ieft to dght) and siide onto adaptor..
o_ Assets:hie l_cu._ fiat wasf_er :=,_e3/8-z_,_iocknut
........
""
and
t_ghten secure 8,
_> Snap steering whee_ insert into center of steering
wheel,
'_ Remove protective ptastic from tractor hood and gdk
1M_OR ANTk, HECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES
IN SK![) THAT MAY PUNCTU RE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

is To ROLL O_:F SKtO,

TO BOLL TRACTOR
OFF SKID
(See
tics s®ctios
f@_ !oeat]o_
and _unetion

Opera°
of con-

t_ols)
o

'_
_,

Press _itt}ever plunger and _ais¢ attachment lift lever to
}is highest position.
Re!ease parking brake by depressing clutch/brake
peda!.
P!ace gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
Rol tt'actor backwards off skid.
Remove banding holding discharge guard up agains;:
tractor.

#

Use

ASSE

BUsf
The tires on you_"tracto__were ovednflsted
shipping purposes: Co_rect tire pressure
test cutting periofmancso
Reduce tire pressure _e PSI shown
SPEC!FtCATJONS' on page 3 of this
OH_OK

©_OK

at the factor_ for
is important for
in "PRODUCT
manual.

LEV_LHESS

Forbestc_4tting
resuits_
mower housingshouldbe pFoperiy
leveled, See N°O L._2VELMOWER
HOUSING"
in the
Serdce @nd Adius'tmet_ts
sectiono_thismanual.

See the figut"es that a_e showr., for re@acing motion and
mowe_° b!ade diive be!ts in the Secvioe and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify thst the belts are routed
corrt_ctly,
I:;£&AT
/$ ##
;-u_er
you Ieat'n how to ope_a_e your tractor, checL Io see
that t_e
=-_ brake is p_'opedy adjusted. Se_-'."TO
......
A©JUST

..... 8,._,n of
i'[}aflIlal,
S ¢+,
'I''?I£FQV
£i,L)I< O00:?I

/!

'

;:

!!!

I

BEFC_RE YOU OPE];©_,7'2: AND &-N#OY YOUR NEW
7WACTOR, WF Vi:,qSH_"0 Aoo
, ,':,..........
urn..
= ,c-TH,q 7-"ytOU RES'E'I VE
7WEBLY:S'T
PI£'/::_FOF_%IANCE
ANDS/4 FiSF:AC 770N #-i:_OH
N-lie QI_z_£iTY PRODUCK
PLi.EASE REWzZW K_E FOLiOW!NG

I::;'!
f.';;,,:-3

OHEC_:fZ._ST;"

/

All assemNy }nstl°uctiens have been compJeted.

#

No rems_ining ioose pa',_tsin earl:on.

/

Battery is pr,,.)peAyp_epa_ed and chai'ged.
! !_,our_'.t'¢ amps).

¢"

Seat is adjus%_=,d
comfor!:e_biy and tightened secL_reiy.

/

AI tit'es are pi'operiy inflated. (For shippi¢.,g putpcses,
the tiles were ovednfisted at the factory)°

/"

Be sure mower deck is pi'opedy ieveied side-to-:side/
front.;to-rea_ l%r be.st cutting _'esuits. (Th'es y_ft..istbe
ptepe_ly inflated fe_ ieve!ing).

#

Oheck mower _.q"sd
ddve be!ts. Se sure they are routed
p_operiy aro_nd puleys and inside at bait keepet-s.

(MinimL,'m

t.,f,_osswiring, oee m.a_.al connections are s,.&,secure
and wires are propedy cIamped.
WH&K fiEARN@G HOW7"O USE YOUR KRA OrOR. PAY
E)(_r-?A A 7hCEN770N TO THESFOLLOWING IMPORTANT
!7_MS:
V"

Engine oit is at proper ]ev@,

/

Fuei tank is filied wkh fresi% clean, reguiar unIeaded
gasoline.
Become familiar with al controls - their location and
function, Operate them befo._e you sta_ the engL__e,

../
7"

Be sure b_ake system is in safe operating con,::i_tion.

Thesesymbo!smayappearonyourtracto_orin literaturesuppliedwiththep_'oducto
Learnandunde,,stand
thei_meaning.

BATTERY

CAUTIONOR
WARNING

REVERSE

ENGINEON

ENGINEqFF

OILFREo,_,I.;_:.

_H J,\_;.

rUE_

REVERSE

MOWER UFT

_ANG_:_,

FORWARD

MOWER HEIGHT

DiFFEREN]]AL

NEUTF_AL

AttACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

-_v"_

FAST

SLOW

LIGHTSON

LIGHTS" .......
L_Y .....

PARKING BRAKE

jNo_,_.Klxb'

i C)*%_

IGNiTiON
..,LUTort DISENGAGED

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL
(Hydro Models oniy)

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

9

OPE

ON

A_i-_u_ _%gUH FRAC I OH
._,-0E,_uW:£
TM THIS
OWNEWS

_ANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPE_ATING

YOUR

TRACTOR

cvmu_:_,_
e the i!iu.sti'ations with your tractor to famiiarize yourse! with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
this rqar uai fi:)r ?.mxe refers)nee.

Save

Our t,.,,,_q-',,e_,.'o_
s_.eed before starting up o_ down
>.

Avoid stopping .::_changirsg speed on isils.
if s}owir_g _!{ ecessary,
sbwe_" pos_i:ton,

,,,

move throttie control {ever to

H"s:oppi_g Js..}psoluteJy' necessa% push ck£chiD_ake
pedai q.Hc}dy te brake position and engage pa_king

I
:1

brai.aabo_
- _'_-'.move the in.......
rottF',,cont tel to t_e fast
(@) position.
o

1%e <_.4t_d__=.nts and g,o._na ch,_,e car,,now be used. !f
the erx]ine does not scOOp!,the !oad, restart the ,_"-_
%in_:,
"_
and aibw it to warm up for one minute using the choke
as described above.

COLD WEATHI:!!R STARTING
-_

( 50':' F and beiow)

VVhen e.ngine sta _:s,allow engine to run with the throttle
control in the choke (]\]) position until the engine runs
roughly, then move throi:fie control to _ast (.'@)position.
This may require an e_!;ff,e warm--t_p period from
severai seconds to several minutes_ depending on the
temperature.

_'-' The attachmer_ts can also be used c!uring the engP_e
warm-.upperiod
NiOT_: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold
temperatures {bebw 32 F) the carburetor fuei mi4tu!'e may
ADJUST CARaURE] O q"' in the Service and Adjusm_ents
section of this manual.

FIG, 8

.,13

R R:SP

I _ _}Tia _g(: _mx<:_o[te_; wilen
2,

:':f. i
4-

opera:ring

S<}!_/i?;_ moe_ ofte;_ !,/net,, ope_(,£fng
::du :}_ed wRh

;:_epk_ ;a bktdes

oii fif;'er, chm:ga
more

o[_ea when

under

a hear 7 ioad

its @ty

o!' dasty

ot evsy

or in hif_h amb[erll

temperatures,

colditions,

50 hours,

mow_i G ]rl sandy

,';-._ol.

BI

ES

5 - If aquipae<,i wlti_ _:ctjusiabie sy.sterr_.
",B- Not reqq_ed if ,_quipped with mainlenm_ced,_e6 batep/.
7 - Tl!7_:#.eniront ax}_:_pivot boll to 35 fblbs, maximum,
Do fiat ovsqighten.

Son% adjtJstme_sts wiif %-ed to be rP.,adepe_°iodically to
7:',_opetiymsJr_taitsyour tr%i:or.
AII adjt,_stmer;ts ir_t!-e Semicf; and Adlus';:ments section of
t!;is .................... _ be checked ai: ,.._._ o, ,c_...,_a..o,,,
Once a year you shouid }'epJace the spa_°kplug, clean
or replace ai_ tilted a_sd check blades and belts for
we% A new spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air@el mixture and he!p your engir_e run better
and last longer°
_:_

_'Dt_ _-? "- e"<,__ -__,;',_'=
bh_{.: erigiRe

011 ,:,_e

Oheck b:ak:e operatk}n.
+

C_-#._
-_-.,,
_._....,..
tit-e p_'essure.
Check '._of" :o'_s,.,
"
. .. _astefiers.

!ITtPORTANT;
DO NOT OIL OR GREASE
THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL. NYLON BEARINGS.
VISOOUS LUBRICANTS WILl., ATTRACT
DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
Tlq_ LolF_ OF THE SELF+LLIBRICATING
BEARINGS.
IF YOU
r"£EL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED,
USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE
TYPE LUBRICANT
SPARINGLY,

14

MER

CU

LKIES
[

TRACTOR

J

Always obsewe safety rules when performing any ma]nteRanc@_

BRAKE OPBRATIOH

!
l

if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gea,r, then brake must be adjusted.
(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the SewJce and Adjust°
merits section of this manual)_

!

BLADB

i..

J
:..
..............
%..f

I
t

i

Maint@n proper air pressure in al! tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIF]CATIONS" on page 3 of this manuat)°

]

!

:]

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

[

I

o

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

i

FIGo 9

BLAD£

@A8_8

Fo_"best resu!ts mower blades must be kept sharp_ Replace bent or damaged btades,

BLAD£

R_,MOVAL

(See

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, An
unbalanced blade wil cause excessive vibration and eventuat damage to mower and engine,

_dg°_'°°
_'_,G

Raise mower to highest position to allow acce@s to
biades.
*

Remove hex belt, iock washer and flat washer securing
biade.

._

i.qstal new or resharpened blade with traiIng edge up
towards deck as shown.

+

The blade can be sharpened with a fiie or on a grinding
wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
To check blade balance, yo u wit! need a 5/8" diameter
steel boit, pin_ or a cone baiancer. {When usk'6Ja cone
baianc@r, blow the instructions supplied with bah
ancer)_

Side blade on to an unthreaded poddon of the steel bolt
or pin and held the boit or pin paraiiei with the :£!round..
if blade ;s balanced: it should remain in a hodzont_i
position, !f either end of the !:,'.lademoves downwar:::i_
shad°penthe heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Reassemble hex boll _ock washer and fiat washer in
exact order as shown.
_, Tigi_tep, bolt securely @0-35. FI_._....,_:_._
h_, torque}o..
',:_ ,¢I_;1HI: ;.:_:,u,._ =.,..,,.....iSGRADEoilEAT
_hEAIID.
NOTE: We do not £_cor'nmer@sharpenir_g bl_._de-bul: if you
do, be sure the blade is balanced

HOT_!: Do not use a nail fo_ balancing his.de. The lobes of
the center hole may appear Io be centered, but a_e net

,/-

/"
/'

/
,/
,/

£qG, ! 0

15

/ !

i

S B LK ES
HOT_: Although multi°viscosity oils (5W30, IOW80 etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F. Check your engine oii level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.

8A_'%EF_Y
Your tracto_ _aasa battet_/charging system which is sufficient for normat use. -However, periodic charging of the
batte%' with an automotive charger wiIt extend its lifeo
_,,._p
hatter, and termina!s ctean.

Change the oH 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.

Keep battery bo_ts tight.
Keep smatl vent holes open.
,_

Check the crankcase oil levei before staring the engine
and after eacheigh_ (8) hours of operation: Tighten oi! fitt
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oii level.

Recharge at 6d 0 amperes for I hour..

Co__c,
sion and d._ on :_hebatte%_and tem_inais can cause
the battery to %ak _'power,
_ Open battery box di}or.

TO u.r_._P._r
'_.:_
u: ENGINE O!L (See Figs. 11 and 12)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet AP! sewlce classification SF or SG.

,o

Disconnect SLACK batte_y cable first then RED bat.tery cane {_md_'emove battery f,_omtractor°

,_

i_;nse the battery v_,'ith
pia;n wate_ and dry.

._

Ciean tem__inais and battei% °cabi,e ends with wire b_usis
,tintii bfighL
Reinst:{d[ battery (See _'CONNECT' BANTERY" in the
Assembiy section of th{s manuai)_

_,h..s.....\ .,_ .... _or.... _ro,;_._ .... and wear after !00 hours of
._..........u._, ,_.;.,_rs
_eptace if necessary_ Yhe baits am not
adjustable_ Heplace _a_ ,.,,,,if :_hev becim _o sup from wear.

_',_;_u t ....... " ......

_,

Oil wil! drain more freely when warm.
_'_oh oi! in a suitable container.
Remove eli fi!I cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt
to e_ter the engine when changing oil.

'_, Coat terminats with @'ease of petroleum ]eI_y.
_,

lBe sure tractor is on Ievel surface.

o

Remove drain plug.

o

After oii has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely.

o

Refili e,%ine with oil through oil fill dips£ick tube. Pour
slowiv. _!2 not ove_iitli For approximate capacity see
PRODU,,,
oP,.._t_t, _LA,]ONS
0n page 3 of this
manual,
Ose gauge on oil filI cap/dipstick fo_'checking ievel. Be
sure dipstick cap is tightened securely fo_ accurate
,e_...dmg. Keee oii at "FULL" line on diostic£

{tom build-up o_ dS: and (,,la,_ which

C:CFi _"eSti'iC _,,.;,.u_h;
";"_ _.....
v/

OIL HLL
CAPiDIPS'?_8}(
/

Ortiy sue high quaiity detergent oil rated with AP_ service

SP{_{",i!St:)OSNY GRADES

i
F_G,, 12
[ c""
,_

.30 _

..2@'

i

TT'MP_FiATUR_

.10 _.

0_

RANG@ ANTICIPATED

F_G, II

.!0,_

20 _

.')O_

BEFOg:V:: NEXT OIL CHANG_

40 '_ [

[

tBl _S
AtE FILTE_

(See Fi9o 13)

OL£AN

Your engine wi! not run pmperiy usir_g a dirty air filter.
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after even./25 hours of operation or eveR/season.
Service paper ca_ridge ever 7 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

INGtNI

Remove knob(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE PAE-CLEANER
o

AIR SCREEN

(See Figo t4)

Air screen must be kept fr_e of dlR and chaff to prevent
engine damage from overheatir_go Ctean with a wire brush
or compassed air to remove dirl arqd stubborn dried gc._m
fibers.

COOLING

FINS (See £g.

!4

Remove any dust, dirt or oii from _ngi_e cooling fins to
prevent engine damage from ov_rheating.

Slide foam pYe-cieaner off cartridge.

*,

Remove screws from biower housing and !ift housing
and dipstioR tube assembly off engine°

Squeeze Jt dB_ in a clean cloth.

_

Cover ot ftl openi_g to prevent entry of dirL

_

Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it Jn clean, absorbent
cioth and squeeze to remove excess oil

<_ Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly
clean englr_,ecooling fins.

,o

If very diRy or damaged, replace pro-cleaner.

Wash it in fquid detergent and water,

To reassemble, reverse above procedure°

Reinstat p_e-clearler over cartridge.
Reinsta!i cover and secure with k_ob(s}..
TO SERVICI C/\RTRIDGE

Ii!Gill

@OOLIIQ

Fl(]h i 4

FIG. t3

17

7IN::I

CUSI°O
_V_UFFL£R

ILiT ES
,.

!nsoect and reotace
corroded muffi_,
_-, and spark attester (if
,
equipped) as it co,aid create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARX

PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever
occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manuat.

1N,dN[{

RiF, L _aLTER

(See Fig° I5)

'_IG,
15

The rue! fiiter should be reptaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged_ obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.
With e%ine
sections.

CLEANING
.>_ Clean engine,batte% seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
ma_ter.

cool, remove filter and plug fuei line

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

P_e _,p,*,f-_ fiiter in sos t or in fuei line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor,
',

_,

Be sure there are no fuel line teaks and ciamps are
p_opedy positioned.

Protect paff_ted sudaees

with automotive

type wax,

We do not recommend using a garden hose to ctean your
tractor unbss the electrical system, muffier_ air filter and
carburetor are Covered to keep water ouL Water in engine
can resuit in .a shortened engine life.

!mmed;ately wipe up any spiiigd gasoline.

18

A
CAUTION:

E

BEFORE PERFOR_IN_:_ ANY SERVICE OR AOJU_T_ENT_:

Depress c_utch#brake pedai fuliy and set parkin 9 brakeo
o
o
#

P_ace 9eat'shift _eve__n _seut_a_{N) positior_0
P_ace attschme_t ciutch i__"O_S_NGAGED" positioned
_m
ignition key "OF_" and ram®re key,
Make sure the blades arid a_ moving parts have comp_eteiy stopped.
O_sconneot spark P_4g wire from spa_k plug and p_ace wire where it cannot come in co#tact with

TO RE,_!#_©V_{ B_qOW_R (See

Pig_, 18).
CL, LITCbl

Mower wiil be easierto remove _rom th#_dght side of tractor,

RO_

L,_V_R

P!ace attachment clutch in "©;SENGAGDD '_position.
Move attachment JiltIever forward Io iower mower to its
iowest position°
_

RoJl be!t off engir_e pa!Iey,,

,_

Disco_ssect cit£ch rod from clutch iever by removing
retainer spring.

'_

Disco;_nect anti.-sway bar from chassis bracket by
removing retainer spring.

/

Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets
by ,_emoving retainer springs.
Disconp,,ec_front links from deck by removing retainer
sprhsgs.
o

F_aise !ift lever to raise s_Jspensio_sa_"ms.Slide mower
out from ur_der _racto£

_[_.aPO£TA_tT'; tF AN ATTACHMENT O]'HER THAN THX
MOW_!iR DECK _{!:;TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,
REMOVi_i ]i--.i_:£F:qON! L!NKS_

_

Raise attschmer-_t lift ieve_ to ib highest position°

_

S_ide _ssowerunder tractor with discharge guapJ to dght
side of tra:::-tor.

o

Lowe_ lift ieve_ to its iowest positio_

_*

hstatt

mower

_I peve_,se

o(der

_ .... _

_

!9

9:USP_NS_ON
ARbIS

FRON'T
UNKS

[

ENTS
TO L£VBL

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)
IR,1PORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL StDEZFOoSIDE. IF
THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT tS
NECESSARY, BE SURETO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS
EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

kaOW_£R HOU.,,_sNG

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on tevel ground or
driveway.
Make sure tires are properly inflated (See
"PRODUCT SPEC1F}CAT!ONS" on page 3 oftMs manuat).
!f ti_es are over or undefinfiated, you win not properly adjust
your mower.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing
should be adjusted so that the front is approximately I/4" to
3/4" lower than the rea_ when the mower is in its highest
position.

S!DE_TO-S!DE ADdUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and t8)
o
Raise mower to-its highest position.
o

A! the midpeint of both sides of mower, measure height
from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance"A" on
boris sides of mower shou!d be the same or within !/4"
of each other.
If aqustment is necessa%
s}de of mower only.,

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D '_directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom
edge of mower housing as shown.
•

make adjustment on one

_0 To raise one side of mower, tiqhten lift link adjustment
nut on tha.t s:d_°
To bwer on_::_
side of ,,,._,t_..,_'o,_,
_' .oosen }ift l_r¢
",,. adjustment
nut on that .. :e
,d,i

tU_"r!S

,_s*adjustment

o

nut wii! change

mow._srhJe,ghtabout I/8'L
Recheck ._e
_ a,_,,-.o
_.:,,._
.. m...,,.._after
,-._t<,
adjusting.
i

i

,_3OTTOM EDGE
OS_':£iOWER TO

i

!f links at:e nol: equal in _ength, adjust one link to same
length as other link.
To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front
links an equai number of turns.
When distance "D" is !/4" to 3/4" iower at front than
rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front
links.
To raise _ront of mower, loosen nut "F"from trunnion on
both front !inks. Tighten nut "E" on both front !inks an
equal number of tums_
When distance "D" is I/4" to 3/4" !ower at front than
rear, tighten nut °%"against trunnion on both front links.

BOTTO_il 8©GE
OF MOWER TO

)

4

Before makint_ any nacessary adjustments, check that
beth front links a_e equal in length. Both links should be
approximately 10-3/8,.

"_4_
I_.- _7{I,_"---..;j!_._I
-47
ki.{.........V1-':!
-_'<"'_'_ ......... _-_
i;I..... ._
,_',,'" i
tl
f
_ ....
A

Recheck side4o-side adjustment°

i
!

1
_=_"_.,_

I

_,_S_,i_>s -....

f-f

_......

_

_.

'i

_ '_ "_

_ _1

_,€_T_

I

[
[-

LiFT _ _.4"
ADJUSTmeNT

J

/

NUT

/

Ff@° !8

NUT "5"
NUT

s

/
_RONT L1NI(S

2O

TRUNNION

FIG. 20

/

SE
TO REPLACE
(See Fig. 21}

_IOWER

CE A
BLADE

©RWE

A©J
BELT

i

The mower btade drive be!t may be rep!aced without tooIs.
Park the tractor on ievei sudace. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL
o

WITH

/

...H/2,,_,

s_ _ace attachment clutch in" Dlo,.__IGAu_Eu
_"=_ " '_" _'" position.
Move attachment lift lever fon*7ard to iower mower to its
iowest position°

\\

X

""_-..._,_._-_

JAM
N UT

Disconnect R.H, suspension arm from rear deck bracket
by removi;qg retainer spdng.
I

Pull bett away from mower,
°O4 _

BELT INSTALLATION
lnstalt new belt in reverse order- of removai.
o

_IGAG_:D

NUT"A"

Wori_tbe_t off both m{_:nd_eip@ieys and idter puileys.
_

:BRAKE

7

Roli bait off engine pulley,
o

P,_;_H,..a

Ma£e sure bett is in ail puNey grooves,,and'tn_:4ut,o
o -_--ail betl
guides+

F]Go 22

You_ ti'actor ;s equpped with an adjustable brake system
which is mounteci ors the dght s}de of the transax!e.
if tractor requi_es more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted,
o

Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

o

Measure distance between b_ake operating arm and
nut "A" on brake rod,

TRANSAXL_
PULLEY

tf distance is o'ther than ! 4/2% ioosenjam nut and turn
nut "A" un!i! distance becomes !4/2". Retighten jam
nut against nut "A".
Road test t:actor for proper stopping distance as stated
above. Readjust if necessa% If stopping distance is
still grealer than six (6) feet in highest geaq further
maintenar_ce is necessary, Contact your nearest au,°
thorized service centen
21

FtGo 23

"'_ _,_

-

if steedngwheelc_ossbars
a_enothorizontal
(}efttorigh0
whenwheelsarepositioned
straightforward,remove
steeringwheeiarid(eassemDie
perinstructions
;nt!_eAssembly
sectiofofthismanual
Fqtj!tq _ .....
,_,.=°'+"*:;
_,,,=.. TO_-_dOAZ#!B!I_:R
if your battery is too weak to start t_seerGk'_e_it should be
rechad@d, if ".}.'drapercabies" are used for emergency
star_in_!, blow this procedure:
,_']_-_.,

_, .......

VEHICLE

,,,

Bleck up axle secu_e-iy,

_

F:%;)move._xxLe
covei, te_:2ifh_g h_ and washers I;o atow
wheel i-emo'-+'s.f
,{ree_-"
wheel conLf&"_s::0,
sq,uare key - Do
.qot ose),

".'

Rep-_ir tke and _es.ssembk-,

*:

Ors tea_'wheels only; align _!c<:)ves h'_,_"earwheel hub
and axis. inse_i sGu@fe key,

_;

}se:i.AaOe
i;}(it_

_

W:_8}q@1% aN@ st_,an

_:J .... ; = %

Y O t JH Y"RA C i _<>;
{ _ l S :::a I __*
_,:'p <::_
n WKH

_ '-"_ _;"_"'"'-'+
_
....
:_qc:!.a_-',_
_:: GROLCa);ED

VOLT

MUST

AL.SO

d_,_-...........

817:: i',.

"ii.!

VOL.Y

A 12

[}-ii!_ OYHER
N_'iIEGATiVE

GFiOL,_NDF.{DSYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOL;R TRACTOR
BA'rTERY T'O STARY OTHER V!EHICI...ES.
Cermec'i each end of the _"°=", ..........t,-,
\_/?'*"%
't'="F'v*i_"
Y_ld_.i=l c"_ Ot eSOf

' " '

SY ...........
"_Tl::l",f_

_,

_o._.i"_'%<:_"'5,,
[eKllSq'
'"
oate

PF)SIJtVI;
qoI',. 11ooN_l_'=
r-+

aga_inst chassis
Connect one end of the .......
_-_ -_,o_
........ cable
" ' to the NEGA-

,,,-,,,,-(.).............

_<

,_

Cor•inect
the otisei" end of +,_
_._
,..:..,
-,.,...,, cable ix- good
"
.- .........
_ _,ov
C"';-4
_ _t;<:;t_:::.'
#:wx;
': i_,q% away !'t:_mfuel
:'
"cariu(<._
' " "_d
.,, A,.
............
, ,OU,,_....,
,,....b_"ttam_
_,...,:_,._

i;:_epte, oe _!t.)(,9 oovei%
"_"r'_.. I-s.l:

'_

_,M'_ ,, '1:1- r_ ,_

F"I

_-c,

iiliiVf;fi:_

17:11 kiWI"
h'_"-;
[,?t11.2
.]',l-i

m_b+_,.4",
cable 'ill'Sttrenq ciqaSsls _,""-d+
.=then h'om the fully
_-_"
_:::_.
=...%
<_."M
",_*:,,.,,
....,,
_:.fail ftori! bath batt!f'iel.

_7

!

CABLES

BATTIRY

/

/

\

POS!'i"IIIE "[LRRIIl:NikL

71iG, 25

\

D ADJ
TO REPLACE

HEADLIGHT

-4N

_ =_

o

Raise hood_

o

Pult bWb holder out of the hole in the backside of the
grill.

o

Replace bulb in holder and push buib hoider securety
back into the hole in the backside of ._hegriii.

o

Close hood,

INTERLOCKS

TO ADJUST THROTTLE
(See Fig. 27}

With engine r_ot ru,qnin_, move throttte control iever
from siow (_@**)to choke ('_,) oosit:,on. Slowly inove
fewer from ono_,t (I _,,) ,.o fao. (_ #...;.::;4wn.
Check that holes "A" in governor centre! lever ar,_dho!e
in governor plate line-up. If holes "A" are r_otaiigned_
loosen clamp screw and move throttle eabie untiJ .qoies
are aiigned. Tighten clamp screw securely°

AND AELAYS

Check wirinft... See _::"_"_
' ° diag;am in Repair
:+:,.,#:._
_at: wiring

Replace with 30 amp automotive-4ype D,,
.,._qJrjfuse.
fuse holder is located btmmd the dash..

TO Bai_!tOVE

GOVERNOR
OONTBOL £_VE}S_

The

/
¢

i

Raise hood.
Unsnap headiight wire connector.

o

GOV:_£_;_iOR
©O_'_TROL PZ.AT£

_4OOD A_',il© GRILL, ASS_i_aBLY

(S,.(_®
#i$ 2M
o

OABL£

The thro_tte contro_ has been preset at the factors; and
adjustment should not be necessaPy. Check adjustment as
described beiow before loosening cabte. If adjustment is
necessary, proceed as fot_ows:

Loose or damaged widr_ may cause your tractor to run
pooriy, stop Rmnin{:_ or prevent it from sta_ing.
,9

CONTROL

o

Stand in front oftracton Grasp hood at sides, ti_ttovvard
entwine and lift off of tractor,

O

To replace, reverse above procedure.

F_G. 26

23

SERVICE AND ADd
TO A©JUST

CARBU_3ETOR

ENTS

A,..,._LERA __O,(_T_o T

(See Fig. 28)

The carburetor isas been p_eset at the facto_j and adjustmerit should not be secessary.
However, minor adjust °
merit may be _'equired to compensate fordifferences in fuel,
tempe_ature_ a!titude or load. If the carburetor does need
adiustment, p_oceed as follows:

o

!n ge,qecai, tumi_g idle mixture valve in (clockwise) dec re _s:ses
the suppiy of fuei to the engine giving a leaner fuel/
ai_"m,i×t_.._re.Turning the idle mix:ture valve out (counterc!ockwis ::).incre ¢_sesthe supp:iy of fuel to the; engine giving
a richer fuei/a;_ mi;_...............

romeo Resporusibiiities sec:tion of this manuai}.

,_

OIL

D_ain oii {with engine warm} and replace with clean e.__gir',,e
oi!.. (See <'ENGtNE_' in the Customer Responsibiiities
section of this manuai),

<,

,_

Start the engine and let it run until the rue! ines and
,,_.,,POUI__+,,,.A
.
_,-_,' °",,_''" ,.+d%:,
_, empty.

H©7'_Z: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable altemaEve in
rrinimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits du,,:ir_gsto_'age. Add stabi!izer to gasoNne in fuel tank or storage
container. Always fo!low the ms' ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after addk: <"'_°'_'_c"

fuel t_xnk,

Never use engine or carburetor" cleaner products in t.h_¢
fuel tank or pe_'manent damage may occur.
Use f_esh fuel next season+

@

0_ Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfacesl sand
iightiy before painting.

_Ji,,4Y',AIqt

OrahYthe

_*

Replace with riewspark [:Aug(s).

Be sure bat__e_ydrai_ tube is secu_eiy attached.

,_

Do not s!:oi"egasoline f_om one season to anothe_ •.

If Dattery is _emoved from tractor for storage, do not
store batter}/directly on concrete o_"damp surfaces.

o

Re@ace your gasoline cap, if your can sta£s to rust,
Rust and/or <,t.i_-£
in your gaso'h_e will cause proble:ns.

._

if possibIe, store your" tractor indoors and cover it to
give proteclen from dust and di_.

After cieaning, leave Rabies disconnected _7.:nd
place
cables where they oat'mot come in contact with butte%,
terrrAnals.

Cover your t_actor with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which slows condensation te form and
will cause your tractor to rus_.
!@ROW:DANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE
AND _XHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

25

B

T
1
Wil_ not start

t
_Z

I
,i

RR_2CT_ON
i.
2.
3.
,.i
5.

I*
9_
! I O.

I.
2.
3,

sta_i:

Out of fuel.
E"_gine not'_CHOKED"
Engine flooded.
B_d spark p_ug,
Ditly .',-:_ir
filter.
Dirty _uei fiiter.
Water in iuei.

;::ill fuel tank.
See 'TO START ENGINE" in Operation

properly.

1"
&
7,
&
i! 9.

Loose or damaged wiping,
Carburetor o_.xtof adjustment,
E_sgine w:4'ves out of adjustment,

!i0.

i

Dirtyair ti!i:er,
_3ad spark ptug,
Weak or dead beaten/,

4.
5.
6.
7,
8,

Di£y fuei fitter_
Stale or dirty fuel
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adiustment.
Engine vaIves out o[ad]ustment.

i.
2.
3,
4,

Clutch/brake pedal not depressed,
Attaehmen_ b4utch is engaged,
Week o_dead battery.
Blown fuse.

5.
iS,
7.
8.

Corroded battery termi_ais.
Loose or damaged
wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.
Fau!ty solenoid or staI1en

9.

Fra.uityape_ator presence switch(as),

2,
3.

Cop'reded bat!e'v;-ermnais
Loose o,_damaged
wiling,

4.

F_.uit7 eoian@d O_'star{at.

i.

il 2.
4,
5,
8,

:l 7.

gasotine and replace fuel filter,
Check all wiring,
Contact an authorized sewice centeddepa£ment.
Contact an authorized sen/ice centeffdepaftment,

Cleanirepface aiT filter,
Replace spark ptug.
Recharge o__replace battery.
Replace fuel filter,
Drain fuel tank and refilt with fresh gasoline.
Check nil wiring,
Contact an authorized service eenteridepaAn-_ent.
Contact an authorized service center/depa_ment,

[[ t,
2.
i 3.

Depress ctutchtbrake pedal,
Disengage attachment clutch,
Recharge or replace battery.

!
I

RepIace fuss,
Clean batte_iterminals.

4.
5,

se.c_ion.

Wait severaI minutes before attempting to start.,
Rap!ace spark ptug,
Clean/replace air filter,
Repiaee fuel litter,
Drain _ueftank and carburetor, refill tank witis fresh

I

6.
7,
_] 8,
9.
i]

Cheek atl w}ring,
ChecWreplace ignRion switch,
Cheeklreptace solenoid or sfarter.
Contact an authorized service centeddepa£ment.

I,
:i 2,
i 3.
:!I 4_

Recharge or _'ep!ace battery.
Clean batte! 7 terminals,
C.h,ck n!l wiring.
CheeWreplace sotenoid or sled:at.

:1

;[

:)

I4
;i
iJ
!

t.
2.

Cu_}n,s _oo much grass/too _ast.
'Th_'ottle it" "CHOK:E" position.

4
5.
£
7

Dirty aftPiker,
L,ow oil ,.. _,_.,/-,,,_,,,v
oil,
F"_ ", ....... " : 7
Didy fuei _itfer.

i 8.
iJ 9.
I0,
tl,
i2,
!3.
14.
! 5.

i,
2,
3,
4,
5.
6,
7,
8.
9.

Stale o_ di£y fuel.
Water in iuet,
Spark plug wi_e loose.
Di£y engine air screenfiins,
DirWiclo_,ged muffler,
Loose o_ damaged wiring.
Carbureto_ out oF adjustment.
8.ngine v'_.ives out of -:&d!ustment,

I.
2.

Worn, bent orloose blade.
Bent b$ada mandrel,

8.

Loose/damaged

part(s),

28

Setin "Higher Cuff positierdreduce
speeci.
Adjust thro_ie control,
Clears underside of _ssower housing.
Clear#replace air filter.
Check oil level/change oiL
Clean and regap ot change spark p_ug,
Replace fuei f[tte_',
Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh 9asotid'e.
Drain fuei tank .and carburetor, refilt tank with fresh

10,
1!.
12,
I3.
I4.
!5,

gasoline and replace fuel fitter,
Connect and tighten spark plug wire,
Clean engine air screenf[ins,
Clean/replace muffler,
Cheek all wiring,
Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.
Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.

i.
2,
8.

Replace blade, Tighten b!ade boit,
Replace blade mandrel,
Tighten loose pa_(s). Replace damaged parts,

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLE_
Engine contin_ee to run
when operator leave_ seat
with attachment clutch

CORRECTION

CAUSE
t_

PO

Faulty operatorosafe[y

presence control system.

,1,

Check wiring, switches and connections.
If not
corrected, contact an authorized service center/
departmenL

engaged

PO0{

OUt

_ L_f'_'.ven

_lowe_ btades will not
;'orate

Poe_ 9_ass discharge

Headlight{a)
net werki_'_9
(if so equipped)

£ngi_e 'ibackfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"

1.
2.

Worn, bent or loose btade.
Mower deck not IeveI:

i,
2,

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt,
Level mower deck,

3.
4,

Bui{dup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
Bent biade mandrel,

5.

Clogged mower deck vent he;as from buildup of
grass, leaves, and t_ash around mandrels,

3.
4.
5,

Clean underside of mower housing.
Replace blade mandret,
Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,

I,

Obstruction

1.

Remove obstruction.

2,
3.
4..

Worn/damaged mower drive belt.
Frozen ldter puiley.
Frozen blade mandrel

2,
3.
4.

Replace mower drive bell
Replace idler puIley.
Replace Made mandrel

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

Engine speed too slow.
TraveI speed too fast.
Wet grass,
Mower deck not tevel,
Low/uneven tire air pressure,
Worn, bent or loose bIade.
Buiidup of grass, ;eaves and trash under mower,
Mower drive belt worn,

1.
2.
3,
4,
5,

Place throttle centre! in "FAST" pos[tion.
Shif[to slower speed.
Ai!ow grass to dry' before mowing,
Levetmower deck.
Check tires for proper air pressure,

9,
I0,
11.

BIadesimpropedy
installed.
Improper b!ades used.
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, !eaves, and trash around mandrels.

in clutch mechanism.

6,
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

Replace/sharpen
blade. Tighten blade bolt.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Rap!ace mower drive belt.
Reinsta!I blades sharp edge down.
Repiace with biades Iisted in this manual,
Ctean around mandrels to open vent hoies,

I.

Turn switch "ON",

2,
3,
4,

Replace bulb(s),
ChecWreplace fight swkch.
Check wiring anti connections,

5,

Replace fuse,

Bad battery ceil(s),
Poor cabfe connectior_s,

i,
2,

Replace battery.
ChecW'eiea_ all cor_nect}oqs.

3,
4,

Fautty reguiator {if so equipped),
Faulty alternator.

8,
4,

Repiace regt'tator_
Replace aiternator.

t.

E_gine th{o_te control not set at _'SLOW"
position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1.

I°
2,

Switch is {'OFF'L
Bulb(s) burned out,

3,
4.
5,

Faulty Iight switct_,
Loose or damaged wiring,
Blown fuse.

I.
2.

27

Move thtottIe control to "SLOW" position and allow
to [die [or 30 seconds
before stopping engine,

SERVICE NOTES

TRACTOR

o o MODEL

NUMBER

9! 7°256451

SCHEMATIC

oll!o
°I I °

RED

BLACK

P

BATTERY

i
[

RED

---_,-J IiiLs-T........
: d@.

FUSE 30 AMP.
r

f

TFiS

WHITE

--.

Bs

-

_

_

--

,._,@ .............@
S:rAm-ER
i

_[_

f-o

o '_

k

i
j

J
SOLENOID

t

CLUTCH / BRAKE
(PEDAL UP)

I
!

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH
(NOT OCCUPIED)

}GN1TION SWITCH
I

i

BLACK
E
i

K-'_

F'h

_ F

I

,}

I

>7,kj

.j_-_:.,._----

BLACK

"-_--"

A_'MENT

....

CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

q

BLACK

]
l

GROUNDING
,_.ONNb......ut.,

_,sNmoN

PLLJG:: @ ....

:1_-

_;_
i

28 VOLTS AC M_N. @ 3600 RPM
(CHARGING
SYSTEM D_SCONNECTC:B)

CHARGING
BYSTEM OUTPUT
3 AMP OC @ 3800 RPM

\

t

i

REB
LIGHTING

SYSTEM

i

OUTPUT

D_ODc:

NOT_
%\.

M

IGNITION
POS_T1ON
OFF
ON
START

---4_.--

i_
14 VOLTS
AC
IRWIN. @ _00
_PM
(L,_*]HT_
OFF}
YOUR TRACTOR IS
B
EQUIPPED WFrH A SPECIAL.
,,1°
HEADLIGHTS
i
........
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
HEADLIGHT
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
SWITCH
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
(OFF)
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
SWITCH
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED, AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
W_RING INSULATED CUPS
SPEEDED UP, TIdE LIGHTS
NOTE:
iF WIRING INSULATED
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
NON-REMOVABLE
---¢_--REMOVABLE
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
CONNECTIONS
CONN_.CTIONS

29

l

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TRACTOR

,_o MODEL

N U#aBER 917,25645!

ELECTRICAL

7O
i

43

36 38

39

I
i

s_
I

I
I

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o °, J ODEL NUMBER

9t7o25645t

ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

.1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
15
I6
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
39
40
4!

146139
74760412
STD551025
STD551125
STD54i025
t09238X
t44940
109596X
147688
153664
STD55tI25
78350400
136850
4t52J
4799J
146147
108824X
420_j
121305X
144921
140400
141226
140403
1t07!2X
140336
S°TD6O1005
I09553X
146057
71110408

43
44
48
49
70

145673
73640400
140844
153249
140413

N©'(E:

DESCR_PT._ON
Battery t2 Volt 25 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd I/4-20unc X 3/4
Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga
Washe_" Lock Hvv Heiicaf t/4
Nut Fin Hex I/4-20 Unc
Tube P!astic 12'I
Case Battery wi2 HoJes
.Clamp Hose Olive
t
roas.ener
Snap- in
Switch Interlock Push-4I-I
Washer Lock t/4
Nut Jam Hex 1/4_20 Unc
Harness Asm Light Wi4152j
Bulb Light #! 156
Cable Batten/8 Ga ! I" red
Cable Battery i3 Ga red w/16 W}_e
Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green
Cable Ground 6 Ga t2" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch _gn 3 pos
Nut Ignition
Cover Sw Key Btk 1 25 Text SLZ'
Key tgn Molded Craftsman
Switch Light Btk 5!k Red
Bracket Switch !ntedock
Screw Tap Hex #10o24_xnc X i/2
Switch lntlk Ci_Jtch Red 4 Term
'_
< Ign Da,_,
" <_"Lt IPC Mch 95
t-_mes,,
Bdt BIk, Fin Hex !/4o20 Uric x _/2
Cove_ Terminat Red
Soie_;oid
Nut Keps Slk H:× 1/4o20 U_qc
Adapter Ammete__Recta{_g_da¢
Washer Pinned DeJta
Harness Engine B&S5

A_tcomponent dimensions give in UoSo inches
I inch = 25_4 mm

31

R...PA_RPARTS
TRACTO_

MO#SL

NU_IBER

_J.7.25645t

' @ AND £NCLOSUR£S
.CH ASS_

2"1

\

22

\_ \

14

\

28

3S
10

\
/
34.

\
3

14

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o o MODEL NU IBER

917o256451

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!t
13
I4
I5
16
!7
18
!9
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
33
34
35
38
39
60
74
i00
140
--

PART
NOo
151169
140356
17490612
STD55t025
146077
145208X015
124027X
12647IX
t46757X0t3
146956
I46961X0t2
17490608
74180512
STD541431
t31445X4t7
t26938X
1752131O
122933X
124479X
STD523710
19131312
STD541437
17030814
t40"135
124029X
!09872X417
136619
I05476X4t7
105475X4!7
STD533707
139888
i3D887
72140606
73680600
105037X
150556
5479J

NOT_:

DESCRIPTION
Chassis Weldment 1Iga 1996
Drawbar Stretch
Screw Thdrot 3/8-16x3/4 Tyott
Washer t3/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Bumper, Snap In
Saddle Sitkscrees F_t Sdf 5Sp D4360
Heat Shield Sloped Hood
Clip Line Fuel !3/32 Mtg Hote
Dash bflkscreen®q Sears EngiSy
Panet Pnt Dash Lh
Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment
Screw Thdrot 3/8-t6xl/2 Ty-tt
Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-i8uncx3/4
Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc
Hood Asm Pnt
Bumper Hoed
Screw Sltd Hex Hd w,@i Washer
Rivet Ratchet Nylon
Washer Nylon B!k 28× 75x 19
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X t
Washer 13/!6 X 13/I6 X !2 Ga
Nut Lock 3/8o,16 Uric
Screw, Hex Head, Spidefiock #8 x "7/8
Gdlte Gray
Lens Headlight Bar CIear
Fender Pnt
Bracket Pat Fetsder
Footrest Pnt Lh Peff
Foo!rest Pnt Rh Peff
Boit Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X8/4,
Bracket, Asm_ [:_ivot, L.H. Mowe: ;£ear
Bracket, Aan_._o
Pivot, R.H. _i_ower Rea:_
Boit Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4
Nut Crownlock 3/8_!6
Stfip_ Foam 18"
Bracket Chassis Front 7 Ga.
:Plug B_sttonSlk 359 Dia

All component
dimensions
t inch = 25,4 mm

33

given

in U,8,

inches

53
/

/

22

3_

REPAIR PARTS
RAO OR

fiO:©EL NUMBER

917o2 645

DRIVE

KEY
NO,

PARY
NO,

KEY
NO,

DESCRIPTION

PART
NOo

#ESC_-31PTtON
Washer t3/32 X 13/t6 X I2 Ga
Beadr_gNyi 503X 628XI
25
Washe_ Hardened
Ring Klip #t5304,-50
Pulley !dler V Groove Plastic
Be!lcrank Asm
Retainer Belt Style Sprir_g
Bolt Hex Hd 3/8o16unc X !_-1/2
N' d.Cf'owRtook o/,__1u tJnc
Nut Lock 5/16-!8 Ur!c
Link Clutch 7 66
Spring Return Clutch 675
Bolt Fin Hex 3/Sd6unc X I-!/4
V-bett Ground Drive 95,25
Keeper Belt Rh Lt Pntizinc 16g
Retainer Beit
......Chassis Lh _"_..inc
Screw Thclro! 318-i 6x3/4 Ty-tt
Cover Pedal Blk ,_ta"
"
Pulley FAngine
Bolt Flnhex 7t16-20 x 4 g5
Washer Lock b!vy i-qJc!Spr 7/t6
Keeper Be_t Engine Lh L.t
Guide Belt D_'Mower Rh
Washe_' 13/32 X 1_i/4 X t2 Ga
Spacer Spilt _80xio94
V,lao..... ,:.JlO,( ,,,,v1. _I"
,_

, 4.[)!_Z_
_,

I

,'Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8
Shaft Asm Pittman
Nyliner Snap In
Bracket Steedng
:Bushing Rod Tie Blk Lt
Gear Sector
Washer t3/32 X 7/8 X t6ga
Screw Thdroi 3/8-t6x3/4 Tyott
Pin Cotter I/8 X 3/4 Cad
Rod Tie W}re Form t9 75 Mech
Sushisg ocg 5/8 td Dash
Screw
!nseri Cap S(rg Wheel Std B]k
Washer t3/'32 X 2_8/8 v_ 8 Ga
Nut Lock Center 3/8_24un:_
,_'_u/835id
Adapter Wheel Strg _'_'
Soot Shaft Steering
Washer 25/32 X 1 !/4 X I6 Ga
Cap Spindie Fr Top BJk
Fitting Grease
Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

Alt component dimensions
! inch = 25.4 mm

37

given in U.So inches

REPAIR PARTS
TRAC

?' U BER

9i7.2564,5t

SEAT ASSE_IBLY

2t
_J
J

2¢%.

\

i
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q

@,,
"%

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23

17

K_Y
NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!0
12
t3

i2

DBSCRIPTIO_I
151205
140551
STD523710
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
i74.90616
19131614
140552
!2t246X
121248X

Seat V350
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk)
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X I
Washer t3/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push In Hinged
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Seat Cprsr_ 2 250 B_kZi
Screw Thdrot 3/8-16 X I Ty°tt
Washer t3/32 X I X 14 Ga
Pan P_t Seat (b k }
Bracket Pnt Mour_ti_sgSwitch
Bushing Snap B_k Nyi 50 td

_ZY
NOo

PART
NOo

D_SGR]PT!ON

14 72050411
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-3/8
I5
134300
Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
t6
121250X
Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt
17 t23976X
Nut Lock i/4 Lge F_g Gr 5 Zinc
t8
I24238X
Cap Spring Seat
2t
t53236
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc BIkz
22 STD54!431
:Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
23 74780814
Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5
24 '19i7'I9i2
Washer 17/32 X t-3/16 X t2 Ga
25 1270'18X
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62
26 STD55It50
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 1/2
BIOT£: AI componer:_t dimensions give_ in U.S. inches.
I i_ch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o o MODEL NUMBER

917,256451

DECALS.
14

17

8

6

3

7

21

7

5

9

\

\

4

8

14

I1

\
t3

t0
I8

I5

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1i

138955
272936
151815
151816
i32674
i3364.4
142249
t42252
125880X
1495!6
137537

Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Deca!
Decal
Decai
Deca_
Decal

PART
NO,

KEY
NOo

DESCR!PTION
Instruclion Operat Eng
Engine 12.5 Hp B&S _C Cra:_ts
Hood Slope Rh Craftsman
Hood Slope Lh Craftsman
Grille
Maint Customer Sears Dora
Panel Side _ic
lnsed. Hood Bik
Fender Craftsman Red
Btry DngdPsn Eng, Acme
r. ,.,
_,,au_on
EnglishlSpanis

4,10

1t

\

12
13
14
t5
16
!7
i8
21
.-

4900J
146o46
105809X
136832
! 4.0837
133179
131265
13831 t
t539t7
t r ' ".qe

13.084,0
i $3943
i83840

DESCRIPTION
Mower blousing Assembly
Bolt Carriage 5/16-I8 x 3/4
Bracket Asm. Fram Sway Bar 38/.42
Bracket, Asrno Deck Sway Bar 38"
Retainer_ Spring
Asrn. Suspension Rear
Boit, Hex 3/8-24 x !-I/4 Grade 8
Washeh Lock, HW Htcl Spring 3/8
Washer_ Hard B!ade Mower Vented
Blade, Mower, M@ching 38"
Bail Bearing
Shaft and Bearing Assembly
(b3ctudes Key Number I5)
Mar@tel Housing, Vented
Bail @eaSng, Mand_ei
Stdppe_= Meweh Vented
:SOIL Shouider
Nut, C;owniock 5/18o!8
Bracket, Mower Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring. Defie(;tor
NuL Push
Shie!d_ Deflector
Washer !I/32 x 8/4 x 16 Gauge
Rod, ._--_"_',.,_,se
Sc_ew_ Yhdf"ol He× Hd
Washer, Spacer
Putey, Mandrel
Nut, Fb.qgeiock 9116
Pulley, tcileh Fiat
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
Rod, Pivot
Rod, Ctutcl% Secondary
Retaineh Sprin9
B_aXe Assembly
_Nasher Hs.rdeaed
!dler Arm Assernbiy

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

56
67
68
69
7t
72
73
74
75
75
77
78
79
80
81
82
88
87
88
89
92
107
!08
109
1! 0
1t3

122052X
149848
144200
_ _D._60907
142427
!3t870
127847
12t748X
12000029
128909
127845
140384
!27498
153701
73350600
142028
783ij
128772
19t 1I2i 6
19133612
73800600
133502
133503
74760640
i 42587
174905't2

122 131289
123 t3i 288
'I1...{4.STDS33717
128 i53390
.... t 30794.
- ..

142820

HOT[(:

45

DESCRIPTION
Spaceh Retainer i-3/4
Knob
Beit
Pin_ Cotter 3/32 x 3/4.
iqed, Clutch, Primary
Spring, Re_um
Arm, Ck;_ch, Secondapy
Washer 25/32 x I,,,5/8 x I6 Gauge
Ring, Klip
B.O[t, o{10 UICk-:,

_(eeper, Spring
A_]"a,Clutch, Prima%_
Bushing
Spdng
_\' _
Jam 3/8-48 UNC
Trunnion Adj 94
Runner, Li-._
Runner, RH
Washer 'ti/32 x 3/4 x 15 Gauge
Washer I3/32 x 1 x 12 Gauge
Nut Lock Hex W!h_s 3/8-16 UNC
Spacer, Retainer
Stifferler, tdier Arm
So!t, Hex Head 3/8-t6 x 2-i/2
Upsto9 Deck Front 38"
Screw, He:( Head, Tied. Roll.
5/I8-1.8 x 3/4
!qod, @rak% LH
Rod, @_aKe,RH
Soft., C_arlia.ge 8t8-i6 x 1-814
Washer f-"ht
_='-,_d"<"'.......
ivt_.n.x
_,I.,'._,.>,>ef
'"a_.,._y
_" (inc!.,Jdes _[
" '- hte_
°'_ "

8
9
10
tt
t2
13
14
15
16
t7
18
19
20
21
22
23
24.
25
26
27
28
29
30
3!
312
33
34
35

I2095iX
Puck, Fdction
143045
Seal O!
142672
Ring, Retaining
134793
* Assemb% Kit Shim °625 Shaft
143051
Seadr% F}ange
!20415X
Washer, Plain °632 x t.38 x °046
1426,74
Key, Woodruff, #9
t38234
Assemb!y, Kit Input Shaft
tI0078X
Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth
!05909X
Ring, Retainhs9
-s,,_:¢q-_v,,,,.,_o
_,_.,
Chain, 24 Pitches
106,9I!X
Beating; Flange
!426,,75
Gear_ Spur, 14 Teeth
138246
Cofiar, Clutch
138238
Assembly, Kit, Clutch Keys
!3479i
Screw, Tapping w/Sealer
!,._._.._.6,
7o
Shafi, Intermediate
2244.J
Key, Woodruff, #6I
._a<_-,_.
_:.,v
t20470X
Sprocket, 18Teeth (Reve_-se)
!t0070X
Spacer
.,_.,.,._,x::7-,f
Ges.r_ Spur, 37 Teeth (!. =,)
129405X
Gea[, Spur 30 Teeth (2=,)
!08980X
Gear, Spur,. 25 Teeth {3,o)
' ::......
"
4 .6'{
_-"_-,
Geer,
6put,
22 Teeth (@,)
....., ,, JO
:_<;QD._
1,::4.sop
Ge_', 8pub i9 x-_
_, =o
z,.o,,_
184797
Sps.ce_" i.i33 x !.50 x .375
I05925X
Wa.sheh Plain .640 x 1.37 x ..061

37
38

101978)(
si0079X

39
4.0

i24639X
120472X

Spacer .130 x ! .00 x .169
Asser_bty, Gea!'_ Col _bination of
_._
......
o Teeth aP,d 't<
',.,._Teeth.
Shaft, Idler
Spacer .635 x .875 x .755

KiT
NO,

PART
HO,

41
42
43
44
45
46`
4,7
48
49
5O
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
6`3
64
55
,66
67

I05928X
tt0084X
134394
I20473X
t42678
i20407X
I06589X
120408X
I05937X
i 05936X
2226J
13440!
2264J
120474X
!t008!X
I05941X
!10071X
120952X
__i 00cv._,,
c-'r,_"
I20475X
1426`80
i20961X
7294J
......
108t_bgAv
120953X
i 20954K
i84799

88

138244-

70
71
72

! 1T:0950)(
73810500
i 0@596:£

""_
/©

1204.'18X

SprocKet, 9 Teeth (Revel'so)
Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth
Assembly, Kit, Shim .750 Shaft
Shaft, Driw_
Gear, 5pub 12 Teeth (1=)
G,_a.r,c,pu_, 20 "f-o_h (2,,0)
Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (3=)
Gear; Spur, 28 Teeth (4,°)
Gear, _r_t]r 31 Teeth {5Q
Spacer .781 x i.00 x .375
Washer, Plain .632 x !:00 x .060
Washeh Neop._ene
Wasi_eh Plain .758 x !.25 x .03i
Axle, LH.
Gear, Miter_ 15 Teeth
Ring, Retaktmg
Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth
Shaft, Cross
Gear, Miter, I5 Teeth
Axh:_,R.H.
Housing, Lower
Puck. Friction
Disc, Brake
Spacer
Jaw, Brake
Pin, Dowel
Sc_'ew; SNf..Tapping, L.a__'ge
5/I6oi8 x 2.25
:Leve_', Acttt_£in9
'WasheiL _::_
-_""
<:
..... ";_'"
:>& I X' 1 .00 X ,00.,:_
_-_:
@tacke% AY'ti-Re_:ation
hocknu1: S/I 6-24
Screw, % ii:-Yapping_ i._arge
5i16-18 x 1.44
Greags

*

Use in combinations

**

O@er Key No. 15

HOTI;

47

DESOFIPTION

to maintain

Aii component dimensions
I inch :: 25.4. mm

p_'ope_ c!earances

given ip, U.S. ir.ches

" ....
l!

::_:_7 (li....

_

l.I

&IS.......
.................

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7_ X ,7

41

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
BR_GGS & STRA_ON

ENGINE

- ° MODEL
MO©EL

12.1 CA_BU:_'Ofl

NUMBER

NU_B_:R

g17,£56451

289707,_ _Y. c NUMBER

0179o0!

OV_.RH,&UL K_T

_2 _ii_
_

%

224

,

:<::.::......

[_-%,

.

[

k..

,_7:'¢i

1
t

_t044

:;?N

i

;S_# ,{;

--. L 2_F

V

_.S.-TS

@2_::s::, :L:2S!!d

492

Vps
38,011

49

"_J

REPAIR PARTS

801

_802 i

:!i

284
:%_,L.!_i/
.i

_!h

:i

5

1

%_ 524
5O

1

d

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
BR_GGS & STRATTON

KEY PART
NO_ NO,
t
2

496413
399265

3
5
7
8
9
10
ti
t2

391086
4.94240
271866
39'14.06
27803
94821
28O10O
271916
271997
271996

13

_:.M62'_

15
16

94239
495162
94196
494.238
291675
94524
.4928:26

18
20
22
2:}
24
25

26

27
28
29

222898
394681
394852
394663
894654
39'!?'80
392331
391781
391782
391788
260924
299691
391285
490:348
49048{)
9487i
262246
262247
65906
26828
224502
221596
292260
93630
262248
212897
272465

° MODEL

NUMBER

TYPE NUMBER

KEY PART
NO. NO,

Cylinder Assembly
Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special
Toois For Installation)
*Seai, Oii
Head. Cylinder
* Gas_et, Cyt:inder Head
Breathe_ Assembly
* Gas£et, Valve Cover
Screw, .....c_-=m_',,
.._
Tt_be.. B_:£,
c..... Pssto!% e .... _ ,.,_e;.,._
R;n':_Set, P <'q * OhtoR_e. "::._"_ c _"_
Rin_._
. 0" Ow:-ws_ze
.. Set, o;_.,..,-.
_ ....._, .0t
.:::'qqqSe_ Pistcxi .0_0
......" Over'size
Rin!_:;Set, Ristes .0S0" Overs;ze
Lee.% :Piston .Pin
Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard
Pin >_ssy., Piston ,005" Oversize
Rod AsseF.abty, Connectb 9
ROd ,_,ba_:>u
'_...............
Nb:y, OO(1[lee'u!x%

52
53
75
78
95
98
104
105
106
108
118
12!
___.3
''_
t25
127
I 30
13!
I33
137
138
14t
14.2
147
164
171
187
188
o ....

272554
94637
224061
9:3805
94098
495800
231789
231855
231854
224540
494383
49 ,'.'.._
o_
94-616
495796
224539
494379
4.94381
281 i65
281164.
494.380
494537
P

A wg

2 i 38t 9
28 t 051
8938t5
93535
"762767
o@9
260871
2 I6 2827@3
_t
,', o 490815
222 494887
224. 94513
225 495157
227 493935
,_'s's's,4_
94742
262785
......o_".12
240 394358
265 _,:_t 535

;vt'n'_"v
"'i,_.s,_;b._.b::.
_' Cra%_kDin, So_e

Screw, Connecting Rod
Valve, ExhE,.ust
Vaive, _ntake
SOT nq,

917o25645.

NUMBER.289707,

DESCRIPTION

.02(}"

32
33
34.
35
36
37
40
41
42
45
46
51

ENGINE

MODEL

*

"_ '_

Spdng, Exhaust Valve
Guard, Flywheel
Retainer, Intake Valve
Rotocoii, Exhaust Valve
Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoii
Tappet, VaIve
Gear, Cam
.... Gasket, Carburetor(to Elbow)

**
***

DESCRIPTION
* GaskeL Carburetor
Stud, Carbu_etor Mounting
Washen Spring
Sc_ew,

Se¢,qs

Screw, Idie Speed
** Pin, Fioat Hinge
** Vaive Assemb!y, Inlet ,,,_,,.._._-"_4i_
tnleL Valve Sea_
Vaive, Choke
**Vaive, Needie
Oarbu_et,x' Overhaui fit:):r) o F

Leve;" &ssem_:)iy, Geverno_
Wasi-e_, Gore;mot Crank
[::'i;ter Ft..ie}
C;a:,,"np,:::ssina

ff_chJded in Gasket

Set (494241)

;ncluded in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (497535)
Included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (497535)
and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

NOTE: AIi component dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

5!

0!79@t

given in U.S. inches

REPAtR PARTS
TRACTOR
BRIGGS

& STRATTON

KEY PART
Nee ?,lO,
284

94073

284A 94704
304 4.98319
305 94819
306
307

224545
94623

308
309
310
3t 1
333
334
_.>
.....
346
356

491490
497595
497@02
497608
492341
93381
802592
93705
494328

858

4c,4P4t
..............

ENGINE

- - MODEL NU£oaBER 917 256451
= _£ODEL NU_BEiB

289707_ TYPE NU;_;IBER 0! 79°0t

K£Y PART
NO, NO,

DBSc2,RtPT!ON
Screw, Shoulder,
Hex Washe: Head
Screw.. iqex Head
Housir% Bbwe_
Screw, Seres, 81owe; Housing
Mou_tii-,g
Shieid_ (3yfinder
Screw_ Seres, Cyiir;,der Shield
Mounting
Cove< CyihderHead
Motor. Sta_%_.:n
Boit, Yhru
B G!o-'dnd

728
729
729A
74I
'757
758
759
76t
783
80I
802
_ q
842
847

94627
281i59
225!'70
262i35
2!2359
899891
298909
93875
280104
894556
497605
4% S04
270920
495415
22' .,-xw,i;
_o

_.aa:_te{"'
...............
o_s_

85'1

383 'i9203
383 89838
423 94073
443 4.93909
455 22255I
z'...S"7
493903
.........
4G:::i_222562
4.74 393474
48:';:_93!!1121
5!0 4,97506

Pule< Hywi;eet
Wrench_ Spark Pk_g
Screw, Seres
¢'B.._i
............
'
"_a _'_e_
-_,
_,G<:;.,:_
Air J'-i
,...,
e_,
Cup, Screen tv'iounting
K,no_; .....
/x _-Ciea.!._et.
Sc,"-een_Fiush Rotating
Starer A!temr4o_
Screw. Sef¢_s
OSw.%Stari::'r

869 26i463
870 2133t6
871 261961

.......... bA_
wn_,:_i"%

_,.::ie!_--,in
e < Srus.h
'[ FsoG.11i}50;
.....

High: 3200-3400

included in (Saskei 0..::_<
..... \4_.o_
',r'-'_
o3o)
_"
!ncluded in Carbur@.or Ovemaui

Kit (495799)

included in both CaE (API-SFiSG):

OIL CAPACITY:

3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
(GAP: .030")

CHAMPION RJIgLM
STD 3614.58

VALVE CLEARANCE:

INTAKE:
EXHAUST:

GROUND_SPEED

FORWARD:
Ist
2rid
3_d
4tt_
5th
REVERSE:

k

917,256451

(MPH):

SERIAL
t NUMBER

THE MODEL
..

AND SERtAL

r _.,_,__. UNDER

NUMBERS

TIRE PRESSURE;

WILL BE FOUND

A b_a,s Maintenance
Agreement
uct° Contact you_ nearest oearo

the safety

Foliow a regt_ar schedule
doiny yOU, ,R:_,,_._...
-_'

14 PFL
12 PS:i

L .........

i BATTEF1Y:

AMP!FIR:
MtN° CCA:
CASE SIZE::

]_aL_-,b__BOLT TORQUE:

30°35 FI', _ _ _:"

t

Js available on this prod_
store for details,

25
t90
U!R

WARNING:
This tractor
is equipped
with an internai
combustion
engine and sho_..lld not be used on or near any
unimproved
forest-covered,,
br-sh-covered
or grass-.cov -.
e{-ed land uniess the engine's exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestor meeting applicable
iocai o__st_,_ta laws
(if any), if a spark attester is useG it should be maintained
in effective working oMer by the operator.
in the state of Caiifomia
the above is _equired by !aw
(Section 4442 of the Caiifomia
Pubiic Resb'urces Code).
O_.h_r _t;:_l_:P,rnav _ave s rnila_ laws. Fede "_.ilaws _,b[) V on
f_de_i
lands
A s ad< a_"es_e_ for t_ m_,ff _r i's av;diabte
through your nearest Sears Authorized
::;ervk>_ Cented
DepaRment
(See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

roles.

in maintaining,

1,0
2.1
3. I
4.0
5.'i
I ,,6

3 AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS Iflc.ADLiL-_fmtS

j CHA_GING..,
._.:,Y'S __M.

s :NANkA ! ACSR {E aENT

Read and obsewe

FRONT:
RF _ n,

THi_ SEAT.

rot ; qHthUi D RE,J .DRD BOTH S;_4 ..In,_ 17i32 x i-3ii6

{i } _ -oct-",_
_asnei" 112

,

Steednq _ v",4
neei

Ad::::_.ioter

,

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

"', ......................

.Nhee!

.,i

-7
7

x 12 ¢:sauge

i

(2) _" "

$

_
'

t27 ...... _=v,:÷,,.-.
"i,a4<;20 8!4

{2) Hex Nuts 114-20

t

I

i
ii

. , ,_._,c_W_she,,.'s t!4
i

t2) V'_8.sb,e,,'s _,,ai_°,,_.
x 518 )ts in dash and
push down to secure.

,_

Slide steedng wheei adapter onto upper steedng shaft,.
o._it_.__,
- r .......
'_---,.
.....
,, n,...._,'.
_o.
_.,front wheeis of the-'+r..,,--',_.........
e,
_,,,t,
_;=,y
a_e poiKt;ng
st..'aight fo_wa_'d.
_* Position steedng wheel so cross bars are hoAzontai
{ieft to dght) and siide onto adaptor..
o_ Assets:hie l_cu._ fiat wasf_er :=,_e3/8-z_,_iocknut
........
""
and
t_ghten secure 8,
_> Snap steering whee_ insert into center of steering
wheel,
'_ Remove protective ptastic from tractor hood and gdk
1M_OR ANTk, HECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES
IN SK![) THAT MAY PUNCTU RE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

is To ROLL O_:F SKtO,

TO BOLL TRACTOR
OFF SKID
(See
tics s®ctios
f@_ !oeat]o_
and _unetion

Opera°
of con-

t_ols)
o

'_
_,

Press _itt}ever plunger and _ais¢ attachment lift lever to
}is highest position.
Re!ease parking brake by depressing clutch/brake
peda!.
P!ace gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
Rol tt'actor backwards off skid.
Remove banding holding discharge guard up agains;:
tractor.

#

Use

ASSE

BUsf
The tires on you_"tracto__were ovednflsted
shipping purposes: Co_rect tire pressure
test cutting periofmancso
Reduce tire pressure _e PSI shown
SPEC!FtCATJONS' on page 3 of this
OH_OK

©_OK

at the factor_ for
is important for
in "PRODUCT
manual.

LEV_LHESS

Forbestc_4tting
resuits_
mower housingshouldbe pFoperiy
leveled, See N°O L._2VELMOWER
HOUSING"
in the
Serdce @nd Adius'tmet_ts
sectiono_thismanual.

See the figut"es that a_e showr., for re@acing motion and
mowe_° b!ade diive be!ts in the Secvioe and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify thst the belts are routed
corrt_ctly,
I:;£&AT
/$ ##
;-u_er
you Ieat'n how to ope_a_e your tractor, checL Io see
that t_e
=-_ brake is p_'opedy adjusted. Se_-'."TO
......
A©JUST

..... 8,._,n of
i'[}aflIlal,
S ¢+,
'I''?I£FQV
£i,L)I< O00:?I

/!

'

;:

!!!

I

BEFC_RE YOU OPE];©_,7'2: AND &-N#OY YOUR NEW
7WACTOR, WF Vi:,qSH_"0 Aoo
, ,':,..........
urn..
= ,c-TH,q 7-"ytOU RES'E'I VE
7WEBLY:S'T
PI£'/::_FOF_%IANCE
ANDS/4 FiSF:AC 770N #-i:_OH
N-lie QI_z_£iTY PRODUCK
PLi.EASE REWzZW K_E FOLiOW!NG

I::;'!
f.';;,,:-3

OHEC_:fZ._ST;"

/

All assemNy }nstl°uctiens have been compJeted.

#

No rems_ining ioose pa',_tsin earl:on.

/

Battery is pr,,.)peAyp_epa_ed and chai'ged.
! !_,our_'.t'¢ amps).

¢"

Seat is adjus%_=,d
comfor!:e_biy and tightened secL_reiy.

/

AI tit'es are pi'operiy inflated. (For shippi¢.,g putpcses,
the tiles were ovednfisted at the factory)°

/"

Be sure mower deck is pi'opedy ieveied side-to-:side/
front.;to-rea_ l%r be.st cutting _'esuits. (Th'es y_ft..istbe
ptepe_ly inflated fe_ ieve!ing).

#

Oheck mower _.q"sd
ddve be!ts. Se sure they are routed
p_operiy aro_nd puleys and inside at bait keepet-s.

(MinimL,'m

t.,f,_osswiring, oee m.a_.al connections are s,.&,secure
and wires are propedy cIamped.
WH&K fiEARN@G HOW7"O USE YOUR KRA OrOR. PAY
E)(_r-?A A 7hCEN770N TO THESFOLLOWING IMPORTANT
!7_MS:
V"

Engine oit is at proper ]ev@,

/

Fuei tank is filied wkh fresi% clean, reguiar unIeaded
gasoline.
Become familiar with al controls - their location and
function, Operate them befo._e you sta_ the engL__e,

../
7"

Be sure b_ake system is in safe operating con,::i_tion.

Thesesymbo!smayappearonyourtracto_orin literaturesuppliedwiththep_'oducto
Learnandunde,,stand
thei_meaning.

BATTERY

CAUTIONOR
WARNING

REVERSE

ENGINEON

ENGINEqFF

OILFREo,_,I.;_:.

_H J,\_;.

rUE_

REVERSE

MOWER UFT

_ANG_:_,

FORWARD

MOWER HEIGHT

DiFFEREN]]AL

NEUTF_AL

AttACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

-_v"_

FAST

SLOW

LIGHTSON

LIGHTS" .......
L_Y .....

PARKING BRAKE

jNo_,_.Klxb'

i C)*%_

IGNiTiON
..,LUTort DISENGAGED

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL
(Hydro Models oniy)

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

9

OPE

ON

A_i-_u_ _%gUH FRAC I OH
._,-0E,_uW:£
TM THIS
OWNEWS

_ANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPE_ATING

YOUR

TRACTOR

cvmu_:_,_
e the i!iu.sti'ations with your tractor to famiiarize yourse! with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
this rqar uai fi:)r ?.mxe refers)nee.

Save

Our t,.,,,_q-',,e_,.'o_
s_.eed before starting up o_ down
>.

Avoid stopping .::_changirsg speed on isils.
if s}owir_g _!{ ecessary,
sbwe_" pos_i:ton,

,,,

move throttie control {ever to

H"s:oppi_g Js..}psoluteJy' necessa% push ck£chiD_ake
pedai q.Hc}dy te brake position and engage pa_king

I
:1

brai.aabo_
- _'_-'.move the in.......
rottF',,cont tel to t_e fast
(@) position.
o

1%e <_.4t_d__=.nts and g,o._na ch,_,e car,,now be used. !f
the erx]ine does not scOOp!,the !oad, restart the ,_"-_
%in_:,
"_
and aibw it to warm up for one minute using the choke
as described above.

COLD WEATHI:!!R STARTING
-_

( 50':' F and beiow)

VVhen e.ngine sta _:s,allow engine to run with the throttle
control in the choke (]\]) position until the engine runs
roughly, then move throi:fie control to _ast (.'@)position.
This may require an e_!;ff,e warm--t_p period from
severai seconds to several minutes_ depending on the
temperature.

_'-' The attachmer_ts can also be used c!uring the engP_e
warm-.upperiod
NiOT_: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold
temperatures {bebw 32 F) the carburetor fuei mi4tu!'e may
ADJUST CARaURE] O q"' in the Service and Adjusm_ents
section of this manual.

FIG, 8

.,13

R R:SP

I _ _}Tia _g(: _mx<:_o[te_; wilen
2,

:':f. i
4-

opera:ring

S<}!_/i?;_ moe_ ofte;_ !,/net,, ope_(,£fng
::du :}_ed wRh

;:_epk_ ;a bktdes

oii fif;'er, chm:ga
more

o[_ea when

under

a hear 7 ioad

its @ty

o!' dasty

ot evsy

or in hif_h amb[erll

temperatures,

colditions,

50 hours,

mow_i G ]rl sandy

,';-._ol.

BI

ES

5 - If aquipae<,i wlti_ _:ctjusiabie sy.sterr_.
",B- Not reqq_ed if ,_quipped with mainlenm_ced,_e6 batep/.
7 - Tl!7_:#.eniront ax}_:_pivot boll to 35 fblbs, maximum,
Do fiat ovsqighten.

Son% adjtJstme_sts wiif %-ed to be rP.,adepe_°iodically to
7:',_opetiymsJr_taitsyour tr%i:or.
AII adjt,_stmer;ts ir_t!-e Semicf; and Adlus';:ments section of
t!;is .................... _ be checked ai: ,.._._ o, ,c_...,_a..o,,,
Once a year you shouid }'epJace the spa_°kplug, clean
or replace ai_ tilted a_sd check blades and belts for
we% A new spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air@el mixture and he!p your engir_e run better
and last longer°
_:_

_'Dt_ _-? "- e"<,__ -__,;',_'=
bh_{.: erigiRe

011 ,:,_e

Oheck b:ak:e operatk}n.
+

C_-#._
-_-.,,
_._....,..
tit-e p_'essure.
Check '._of" :o'_s,.,
"
. .. _astefiers.

!ITtPORTANT;
DO NOT OIL OR GREASE
THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL. NYLON BEARINGS.
VISOOUS LUBRICANTS WILl., ATTRACT
DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
Tlq_ LolF_ OF THE SELF+LLIBRICATING
BEARINGS.
IF YOU
r"£EL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED,
USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE
TYPE LUBRICANT
SPARINGLY,

14

MER

CU

LKIES
[

TRACTOR

J

Always obsewe safety rules when performing any ma]nteRanc@_

BRAKE OPBRATIOH

!
l

if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gea,r, then brake must be adjusted.
(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the SewJce and Adjust°
merits section of this manual)_

!

BLADB

i..

J
:..
..............
%..f

I
t

i

Maint@n proper air pressure in al! tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIF]CATIONS" on page 3 of this manuat)°

]

!

:]

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

[

I

o

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

i

FIGo 9

BLAD£

@A8_8

Fo_"best resu!ts mower blades must be kept sharp_ Replace bent or damaged btades,

BLAD£

R_,MOVAL

(See

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced, An
unbalanced blade wil cause excessive vibration and eventuat damage to mower and engine,

_dg°_'°°
_'_,G

Raise mower to highest position to allow acce@s to
biades.
*

Remove hex belt, iock washer and flat washer securing
biade.

._

i.qstal new or resharpened blade with traiIng edge up
towards deck as shown.

+

The blade can be sharpened with a fiie or on a grinding
wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
To check blade balance, yo u wit! need a 5/8" diameter
steel boit, pin_ or a cone baiancer. {When usk'6Ja cone
baianc@r, blow the instructions supplied with bah
ancer)_

Side blade on to an unthreaded poddon of the steel bolt
or pin and held the boit or pin paraiiei with the :£!round..
if blade ;s balanced: it should remain in a hodzont_i
position, !f either end of the !:,'.lademoves downwar:::i_
shad°penthe heavy end until the blade is balanced.

Reassemble hex boll _ock washer and fiat washer in
exact order as shown.
_, Tigi_tep, bolt securely @0-35. FI_._....,_:_._
h_, torque}o..
',:_ ,¢I_;1HI: ;.:_:,u,._ =.,..,,.....iSGRADEoilEAT
_hEAIID.
NOTE: We do not £_cor'nmer@sharpenir_g bl_._de-bul: if you
do, be sure the blade is balanced

HOT_!: Do not use a nail fo_ balancing his.de. The lobes of
the center hole may appear Io be centered, but a_e net

,/-

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/'

/
,/
,/

£qG, ! 0

15

/ !

i

S B LK ES
HOT_: Although multi°viscosity oils (5W30, IOW80 etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F. Check your engine oii level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.

8A_'%EF_Y
Your tracto_ _aasa battet_/charging system which is sufficient for normat use. -However, periodic charging of the
batte%' with an automotive charger wiIt extend its lifeo
_,,._p
hatter, and termina!s ctean.

Change the oH 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.

Keep battery bo_ts tight.
Keep smatl vent holes open.
,_

Check the crankcase oil levei before staring the engine
and after eacheigh_ (8) hours of operation: Tighten oi! fitt
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oii level.

Recharge at 6d 0 amperes for I hour..

Co__c,
sion and d._ on :_hebatte%_and tem_inais can cause
the battery to %ak _'power,
_ Open battery box di}or.

TO u.r_._P._r
'_.:_
u: ENGINE O!L (See Figs. 11 and 12)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet AP! sewlce classification SF or SG.

,o

Disconnect SLACK batte_y cable first then RED bat.tery cane {_md_'emove battery f,_omtractor°

,_

i_;nse the battery v_,'ith
pia;n wate_ and dry.

._

Ciean tem__inais and battei% °cabi,e ends with wire b_usis
,tintii bfighL
Reinst:{d[ battery (See _'CONNECT' BANTERY" in the
Assembiy section of th{s manuai)_

_,h..s.....\ .,_ .... _or.... _ro,;_._ .... and wear after !00 hours of
._..........u._, ,_.;.,_rs
_eptace if necessary_ Yhe baits am not
adjustable_ Heplace _a_ ,.,,,,if :_hev becim _o sup from wear.

_',_;_u t ....... " ......

_,

Oil wil! drain more freely when warm.
_'_oh oi! in a suitable container.
Remove eli fi!I cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt
to e_ter the engine when changing oil.

'_, Coat terminats with @'ease of petroleum ]eI_y.
_,

lBe sure tractor is on Ievel surface.

o

Remove drain plug.

o

After oii has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely.

o

Refili e,%ine with oil through oil fill dips£ick tube. Pour
slowiv. _!2 not ove_iitli For approximate capacity see
PRODU,,,
oP,.._t_t, _LA,]ONS
0n page 3 of this
manual,
Ose gauge on oil filI cap/dipstick fo_'checking ievel. Be
sure dipstick cap is tightened securely fo_ accurate
,e_...dmg. Keee oii at "FULL" line on diostic£

{tom build-up o_ dS: and (,,la,_ which

C:CFi _"eSti'iC _,,.;,.u_h;
";"_ _.....
v/

OIL HLL
CAPiDIPS'?_8}(
/

Ortiy sue high quaiity detergent oil rated with AP_ service

SP{_{",i!St:)OSNY GRADES

i
F_G,, 12
[ c""
,_

.30 _

..2@'

i

TT'MP_FiATUR_

.10 _.

0_

RANG@ ANTICIPATED

F_G, II

.!0,_

20 _

.')O_

BEFOg:V:: NEXT OIL CHANG_

40 '_ [

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AtE FILTE_

(See Fi9o 13)

OL£AN

Your engine wi! not run pmperiy usir_g a dirty air filter.
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after even./25 hours of operation or eveR/season.
Service paper ca_ridge ever 7 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

INGtNI

Remove knob(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE PAE-CLEANER
o

AIR SCREEN

(See Figo t4)

Air screen must be kept fr_e of dlR and chaff to prevent
engine damage from overheatir_go Ctean with a wire brush
or compassed air to remove dirl arqd stubborn dried gc._m
fibers.

COOLING

FINS (See £g.

!4

Remove any dust, dirt or oii from _ngi_e cooling fins to
prevent engine damage from ov_rheating.

Slide foam pYe-cieaner off cartridge.

*,

Remove screws from biower housing and !ift housing
and dipstioR tube assembly off engine°

Squeeze Jt dB_ in a clean cloth.

_

Cover ot ftl openi_g to prevent entry of dirL

_

Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it Jn clean, absorbent
cioth and squeeze to remove excess oil

<_ Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly
clean englr_,ecooling fins.

,o

If very diRy or damaged, replace pro-cleaner.

Wash it in fquid detergent and water,

To reassemble, reverse above procedure°

Reinstat p_e-clearler over cartridge.
Reinsta!i cover and secure with k_ob(s}..
TO SERVICI C/\RTRIDGE

Ii!Gill

@OOLIIQ

Fl(]h i 4

FIG. t3

17

7IN::I

CUSI°O
_V_UFFL£R

ILiT ES
,.

!nsoect and reotace
corroded muffi_,
_-, and spark attester (if
,
equipped) as it co,aid create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARX

PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever
occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manuat.

1N,dN[{

RiF, L _aLTER

(See Fig° I5)

'_IG,
15

The rue! fiiter should be reptaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged_ obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.
With e%ine
sections.

CLEANING
.>_ Clean engine,batte% seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
ma_ter.

cool, remove filter and plug fuei line

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

P_e _,p,*,f-_ fiiter in sos t or in fuei line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor,
',

_,

Be sure there are no fuel line teaks and ciamps are
p_opedy positioned.

Protect paff_ted sudaees

with automotive

type wax,

We do not recommend using a garden hose to ctean your
tractor unbss the electrical system, muffier_ air filter and
carburetor are Covered to keep water ouL Water in engine
can resuit in .a shortened engine life.

!mmed;ately wipe up any spiiigd gasoline.

18

A
CAUTION:

E

BEFORE PERFOR_IN_:_ ANY SERVICE OR AOJU_T_ENT_:

Depress c_utch#brake pedai fuliy and set parkin 9 brakeo
o
o
#

P_ace 9eat'shift _eve__n _seut_a_{N) positior_0
P_ace attschme_t ciutch i__"O_S_NGAGED" positioned
_m
ignition key "OF_" and ram®re key,
Make sure the blades arid a_ moving parts have comp_eteiy stopped.
O_sconneot spark P_4g wire from spa_k plug and p_ace wire where it cannot come in co#tact with

TO RE,_!#_©V_{ B_qOW_R (See

Pig_, 18).
CL, LITCbl

Mower wiil be easierto remove _rom th#_dght side of tractor,

RO_

L,_V_R

P!ace attachment clutch in "©;SENGAGDD '_position.
Move attachment JiltIever forward Io iower mower to its
iowest position°
_

RoJl be!t off engir_e pa!Iey,,

,_

Disco_ssect cit£ch rod from clutch iever by removing
retainer spring.

'_

Disco;_nect anti.-sway bar from chassis bracket by
removing retainer spring.

/

Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets
by ,_emoving retainer springs.
Disconp,,ec_front links from deck by removing retainer
sprhsgs.
o

F_aise !ift lever to raise s_Jspensio_sa_"ms.Slide mower
out from ur_der _racto£

_[_.aPO£TA_tT'; tF AN ATTACHMENT O]'HER THAN THX
MOW_!iR DECK _{!:;TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,
REMOVi_i ]i--.i_:£F:qON! L!NKS_

_

Raise attschmer-_t lift ieve_ to ib highest position°

_

S_ide _ssowerunder tractor with discharge guapJ to dght
side of tra:::-tor.

o

Lowe_ lift ieve_ to its iowest positio_

_*

hstatt

mower

_I peve_,se

o(der

_ .... _

_

!9

9:USP_NS_ON
ARbIS

FRON'T
UNKS

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ENTS
TO L£VBL

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)
IR,1PORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL StDEZFOoSIDE. IF
THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT tS
NECESSARY, BE SURETO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS
EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

kaOW_£R HOU.,,_sNG

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on tevel ground or
driveway.
Make sure tires are properly inflated (See
"PRODUCT SPEC1F}CAT!ONS" on page 3 oftMs manuat).
!f ti_es are over or undefinfiated, you win not properly adjust
your mower.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing
should be adjusted so that the front is approximately I/4" to
3/4" lower than the rea_ when the mower is in its highest
position.

S!DE_TO-S!DE ADdUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and t8)
o
Raise mower to-its highest position.
o

A! the midpeint of both sides of mower, measure height
from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance"A" on
boris sides of mower shou!d be the same or within !/4"
of each other.
If aqustment is necessa%
s}de of mower only.,

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D '_directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom
edge of mower housing as shown.
•

make adjustment on one

_0 To raise one side of mower, tiqhten lift link adjustment
nut on tha.t s:d_°
To bwer on_::_
side of ,,,._,t_..,_'o,_,
_' .oosen }ift l_r¢
",,. adjustment
nut on that .. :e
,d,i

tU_"r!S

,_s*adjustment

o

nut wii! change

mow._srhJe,ghtabout I/8'L
Recheck ._e
_ a,_,,-.o
_.:,,._
.. m...,,.._after
,-._t<,
adjusting.
i

i

,_3OTTOM EDGE
OS_':£iOWER TO

i

!f links at:e nol: equal in _ength, adjust one link to same
length as other link.
To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front
links an equai number of turns.
When distance "D" is !/4" to 3/4" iower at front than
rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front
links.
To raise _ront of mower, loosen nut "F"from trunnion on
both front !inks. Tighten nut "E" on both front !inks an
equal number of tums_
When distance "D" is I/4" to 3/4" !ower at front than
rear, tighten nut °%"against trunnion on both front links.

BOTTO_il 8©GE
OF MOWER TO

)

4

Before makint_ any nacessary adjustments, check that
beth front links a_e equal in length. Both links should be
approximately 10-3/8,.

"_4_
I_.- _7{I,_"---..;j!_._I
-47
ki.{.........V1-':!
-_'<"'_'_ ......... _-_
i;I..... ._
,_',,'" i
tl
f
_ ....
A

Recheck side4o-side adjustment°

i
!

1
_=_"_.,_

I

_,_S_,i_>s -....

f-f

_......

_

_.

'i

_ '_ "_

_ _1

_,€_T_

I

[
[-

LiFT _ _.4"
ADJUSTmeNT

J

/

NUT

/

Ff@° !8

NUT "5"
NUT

s

/
_RONT L1NI(S

2O

TRUNNION

FIG. 20

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SE
TO REPLACE
(See Fig. 21}

_IOWER

CE A
BLADE

©RWE

A©J
BELT

i

The mower btade drive be!t may be rep!aced without tooIs.
Park the tractor on ievei sudace. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL
o

WITH

/

...H/2,,_,

s_ _ace attachment clutch in" Dlo,.__IGAu_Eu
_"=_ " '_" _'" position.
Move attachment lift lever fon*7ard to iower mower to its
iowest position°

\\

X

""_-..._,_._-_

JAM
N UT

Disconnect R.H, suspension arm from rear deck bracket
by removi;qg retainer spdng.
I

Pull bett away from mower,
°O4 _

BELT INSTALLATION
lnstalt new belt in reverse order- of removai.
o

_IGAG_:D

NUT"A"

Wori_tbe_t off both m{_:nd_eip@ieys and idter puileys.
_

:BRAKE

7

Roli bait off engine pulley,
o

P,_;_H,..a

Ma£e sure bett is in ail puNey grooves,,and'tn_:4ut,o
o -_--ail betl
guides+

F]Go 22

You_ ti'actor ;s equpped with an adjustable brake system
which is mounteci ors the dght s}de of the transax!e.
if tractor requi_es more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted,
o

Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

o

Measure distance between b_ake operating arm and
nut "A" on brake rod,

TRANSAXL_
PULLEY

tf distance is o'ther than ! 4/2% ioosenjam nut and turn
nut "A" un!i! distance becomes !4/2". Retighten jam
nut against nut "A".
Road test t:actor for proper stopping distance as stated
above. Readjust if necessa% If stopping distance is
still grealer than six (6) feet in highest geaq further
maintenar_ce is necessary, Contact your nearest au,°
thorized service centen
21

FtGo 23

"'_ _,_

-

if steedngwheelc_ossbars
a_enothorizontal
(}efttorigh0
whenwheelsarepositioned
straightforward,remove
steeringwheeiarid(eassemDie
perinstructions
;nt!_eAssembly
sectiofofthismanual
Fqtj!tq _ .....
,_,.=°'+"*:;
_,,,=.. TO_-_dOAZ#!B!I_:R
if your battery is too weak to start t_seerGk'_e_it should be
rechad@d, if ".}.'drapercabies" are used for emergency
star_in_!, blow this procedure:
,_']_-_.,

_, .......

VEHICLE

,,,

Bleck up axle secu_e-iy,

_

F:%;)move._xxLe
covei, te_:2ifh_g h_ and washers I;o atow
wheel i-emo'-+'s.f
,{ree_-"
wheel conLf&"_s::0,
sq,uare key - Do
.qot ose),

".'

Rep-_ir tke and _es.ssembk-.

*:

Ors tea_'wheels only; align _!c<:)ves h'_,_"earwheel hub
and axis. inse_i sGu@fe key,

_;

}se:i.AaOe
i;}(it_

_

W:_8}q@1% aN@ st_,an

_:J .... ; = %

Y O t JH Y"RA C i _<>;
{ _ l S :::a I __*
_,:'p <::_
n WKH

_ '-"_ _;"_"'"'-'+
_
....
:_qc:!.a_-',_
_:: GROLCa);ED

VOLT

MUST

AL.SO

d_,_-...........

817:: i',.

"ii.!

VOL.Y

A 12

[}-ii!_ OYHER
N_'iIEGATiVE

GFiOL,_NDF.{DSYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOL;R TRACTOR
BA'rTERY T'O STARY OTHER V!EHICLES.
Cermec'i each end of the _"°=", ..........t,-,
\_/?'*"%
't'="F'v*i_"
Y_ld_.i=l c"_ Ot eSOf

' " '

SY ...........
"_Tl::l",f_

_,

_o._.i"_'%<:_"'5,,
[eKllSq'
'"
oate

PF)SIJtVI;
qoI',. 11ooN_l_'=
r-+

aga_inst chassis
Connect one end of the .......
_-_ -_,o_
........ cable
" ' to the NEGA-

,,,-,,,,-(.).............

_<

,_

Cor•inect
the otisei" end of +,_
_._
,..:..,
-,.,...,, cable ix- good
"
.- .........
_ _,ov
C"';-4
_ _t;<:;t_:::.'
#:wx;
': i_,q% away !'t:_mfuel
:'
"cariu(<._
' " "_d
.,, A,.
............
, ,OU,,_....,
,,....b_"ttam_
_,...,:_,._

i;:_epte, oe _!t.)(,9 oovei%
"_"r'_.. I-s.l:

'_

_,M'_ ,, '1:1- r_ ,_

F"I

_-c,

iiliiVf;fi:_

17:11 kiWI"
h'_"-;
[,?t11.2
.]',l-i

m_b+_,.4",
cable 'ill'Sttrenq ciqaSsls _,""-d+
.=then h'om the fully
_-_"
_:::_.
=...%
<_."M
",_*:,,.,,
....,,
_:.fail ftori! bath batt!f'iel.

_7

!

CABLES

BATTIRY

/

/

\

POS!'i"IIIE "[LRRIIl:NikL

71iG, 25

\

D ADJ
TO REPLACE

HEADLIGHT

-4N

_ =_

o

Raise hood_

o

Pult bWb holder out of the hole in the backside of the
grill.

o

Replace bulb in holder and push buib hoider securety
back into the hole in the backside of ._hegriii.

o

Close hood,

INTERLOCKS

TO ADJUST THROTTLE
(See Fig. 27}

With engine r_ot ru,qnin_, move throttte control iever
from siow (_@**)to choke ('_,) oosit:,on. Slowly inove
fewer from ono_,t (I _,,) ,.o fao. (_ #...;.::;4wn.
Check that holes "A" in governor centre! lever ar,_dho!e
in governor plate line-up. If holes "A" are r_otaiigned_
loosen clamp screw and move throttle eabie untiJ .qoies
are aiigned. Tighten clamp screw securely°

AND AELAYS

Check wirinft... See _::"_"_
' ° diag;am in Repair
:+:,.,#:._
_at: wiring

Replace with 30 amp automotive-4ype D,,
.,._qJrjfuse.
fuse holder is located btmmd the dash..

TO Bai_!tOVE

GOVERNOR
OONTBOL £_VE}S_

The

/
¢

i

Raise hood.
Unsnap headiight wire connector.

o

GOV:_£_;_iOR
©O_'_TROL PZ.AT£

_4OOD A_',il© GRILL, ASS_i_aBLY

(S,.(_®
#i$ 2M
o

OABL£

The thro_tte contro_ has been preset at the factors; and
adjustment should not be necessaPy. Check adjustment as
described beiow before loosening cabte. If adjustment is
necessary, proceed as fot_ows:

Loose or damaged widr_ may cause your tractor to run
pooriy, stop Rmnin{:_ or prevent it from sta_ing.
,9

CONTROL

o

Stand in front oftracton Grasp hood at sides, ti_ttovvard
entwine and lift off of tractor,

O

To replace, reverse above procedure.

F_G. 26

23

SERVICE AND ADd
TO A©JUST

CARBU_3ETOR

ENTS

A,..,._LERA __O,(_T_o T

(See Fig. 28)

The carburetor isas been p_eset at the facto_j and adjustmerit should not be secessary.
However, minor adjust °
merit may be _'equired to compensate fordifferences in fuel,
tempe_ature_ a!titude or load. If the carburetor does need
adiustment, p_oceed as follows:

o

!n ge,qecai, tumi_g idle mixture valve in (clockwise) dec re _s:ses
the suppiy of fuei to the engine giving a leaner fuel/
ai_"m,i×t_.._re.Turning the idle mix:ture valve out (counterc!ockwis ::).incre ¢_sesthe supp:iy of fuel to the; engine giving
a richer fuei/a;_ mi;_...............

romeo Resporusibiiities sec:tion of this manuai}.

,_

OIL

D_ain oii {with engine warm} and replace with clean e.__gir',,e
oi!.. (See <'ENGtNE_' in the Customer Responsibiiities
section of this manuai),

<,

,_

Start the engine and let it run until the rue! ines and
,,_.,,POUI__+,,,.A
.
_,-_,' °",,_''" ,.+d%:,
_, empty.

H©7'_Z: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable altemaEve in
rrinimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits du,,:ir_gsto_'age. Add stabi!izer to gasoNne in fuel tank or storage
container. Always fo!low the ms' ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after addk: <"'_°'_'_c"

fuel t_xnk,

Never use engine or carburetor" cleaner products in t.h_¢
fuel tank or pe_'manent damage may occur.
Use f_esh fuel next season+

@

0_ Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfacesl sand
iightiy before painting.

_Ji,,4Y',AIqt

OrahYthe

_*

Replace with riewspark [:Aug(s).

Be sure bat__e_ydrai_ tube is secu_eiy attached.

,_

Do not s!:oi"egasoline f_om one season to anothe_ •.

If Dattery is _emoved from tractor for storage, do not
store batter}/directly on concrete o_"damp surfaces.

o

Re@ace your gasoline cap, if your can sta£s to rust,
Rust and/or <,t.i_-£
in your gaso'h_e will cause proble:ns.

._

if possibIe, store your" tractor indoors and cover it to
give proteclen from dust and di_.

After cieaning, leave Rabies disconnected _7.:nd
place
cables where they oat'mot come in contact with butte%,
terrrAnals.

Cover your t_actor with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which slows condensation te form and
will cause your tractor to rus_.
!@ROW:DANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE
AND _XHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

25

B

T
1
Wil_ not start

t
_Z

I
,i

RR_2CT_ON
i.
2.
3.
,.i
5.

I*
9_
! I O.

I.
2.
3,

sta_i:

Out of fuel.
E"_gine not'_CHOKED"
Engine flooded.
B_d spark p_ug,
Ditly .',-:_ir
filter.
Dirty _uei fiiter.
Water in iuei.

;::ill fuel tank.
See 'TO START ENGINE" in Operation

properly.

1"
&
7,
&
i! 9.

Loose or damaged wiping,
Carburetor o_.xtof adjustment,
E_sgine w:4'ves out of adjustment,

!i0.

i

Dirtyair ti!i:er,
_3ad spark ptug,
Weak or dead beaten/,

4.
5.
6.
7,
8,

Di£y fuei fitter_
Stale or dirty fuel
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adiustment.
Engine vaIves out o[ad]ustment.

i.
2.
3,
4,

Clutch/brake pedal not depressed,
Attaehmen_ b4utch is engaged,
Week o_dead battery.
Blown fuse.

5.
iS,
7.
8.

Corroded battery termi_ais.
Loose or damaged
wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.
Fau!ty solenoid or staI1en

9.

Fra.uityape_ator presence switch(as),

2,
3.

Cop'reded bat!e'v;-ermnais
Loose o,_damaged
wiling,

4.

F_.uit7 eoian@d O_'star{at.

i.

il 2.
4,
5,
8,

:l 7.

gasotine and replace fuel filter,
Check all wiring,
Contact an authorized sewice centeddepa£ment.
Contact an authorized sen/ice centeffdepaftment,

Cleanirepface aiT filter,
Replace spark ptug.
Recharge o__replace battery.
Replace fuel filter,
Drain fuel tank and refilt with fresh gasoline.
Check nil wiring,
Contact an authorized service eenteridepaAn-_ent.
Contact an authorized service center/depa_ment,

[[ t,
2.
i 3.

Depress ctutchtbrake pedal,
Disengage attachment clutch,
Recharge or replace battery.

!
I

RepIace fuss,
Clean batte_iterminals.

4.
5,

se.c_ion.

Wait severaI minutes before attempting to start.,
Rap!ace spark ptug,
Clean/replace air filter,
Repiaee fuel litter,
Drain _ueftank and carburetor, refill tank witis fresh

I

6.
7,
_] 8,
9.
i]

Cheek atl w}ring,
ChecWreplace ignRion switch,
Cheeklreptace solenoid or sfarter.
Contact an authorized service centeddepa£ment.

I,
:i 2,
i 3.
:!I 4_

Recharge or _'ep!ace battery.
Clean batte! 7 terminals,
C.h,ck n!l wiring.
CheeWreplace sotenoid or sled:at.

:1

;[

:)

I4
;i
iJ
!

t.
2.

Cu_}n,s _oo much grass/too _ast.
'Th_'ottle it" "CHOK:E" position.

4
5.
£
7

Dirty aftPiker,
L,ow oil ,.. _,_.,/-,,,_,,,v
oil,
F"_ ", ....... " : 7
Didy fuei _itfer.

i 8.
iJ 9.
I0,
tl,
i2,
!3.
14.
! 5.

i,
2,
3,
4,
5.
6,
7,
8.
9.

Stale o_ di£y fuel.
Water in iuet,
Spark plug wi_e loose.
Di£y engine air screenfiins,
DirWiclo_,ged muffler,
Loose o_ damaged wiring.
Carbureto_ out oF adjustment.
8.ngine v'_.ives out of -:&d!ustment,

I.
2.

Worn, bent orloose blade.
Bent b$ada mandrel,

8.

Loose/damaged

part(s),

28

Setin "Higher Cuff positierdreduce
speeci.
Adjust thro_ie control,
Clears underside of _ssower housing.
Clear#replace air filter.
Check oil level/change oiL
Clean and regap ot change spark p_ug,
Replace fuei f[tte_',
Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh 9asotid'e.
Drain fuei tank .and carburetor, refilt tank with fresh

10,
1!.
12,
I3.
I4.
!5,

gasoline and replace fuel fitter,
Connect and tighten spark plug wire,
Clean engine air screenf[ins,
Clean/replace muffler,
Cheek all wiring,
Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.
Contact an authorized sen/ice center/department.

i.
2,
8.

Replace blade, Tighten b!ade boit,
Replace blade mandrel,
Tighten loose pa_(s). Replace damaged parts,

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLE_
Engine contin_ee to run
when operator leave_ seat
with attachment clutch

CORRECTION

CAUSE
t_

PO

Faulty operatorosafe[y

presence control system.

,1,

Check wiring, switches and connections.
If not
corrected, contact an authorized service center/
departmenL

engaged

PO0{

OUt

_ L_f'_'.ven

_lowe_ btades will not
;'orate

Poe_ 9_ass discharge

Headlight{a)
net werki_'_9
(if so equipped)

£ngi_e 'ibackfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"

1.
2.

Worn, bent or loose btade.
Mower deck not IeveI:

i,
2,

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt,
Level mower deck,

3.
4,

Bui{dup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
Bent biade mandrel,

5.

Clogged mower deck vent he;as from buildup of
grass, leaves, and t_ash around mandrels,

3.
4.
5,

Clean underside of mower housing.
Replace blade mandret,
Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,

I,

Obstruction

1.

Remove obstruction.

2,
3.
4..

Worn/damaged mower drive belt.
Frozen ldter puiley.
Frozen blade mandrel

2,
3.
4.

Replace mower drive bell
Replace idler puIley.
Replace Made mandrel

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

Engine speed too slow.
TraveI speed too fast.
Wet grass,
Mower deck not tevel,
Low/uneven tire air pressure,
Worn, bent or loose bIade.
Buiidup of grass, ;eaves and trash under mower,
Mower drive belt worn,

1.
2.
3,
4,
5,

Place throttle centre! in "FAST" pos[tion.
Shif[to slower speed.
Ai!ow grass to dry' before mowing,
Levetmower deck.
Check tires for proper air pressure,

9,
I0,
11.

BIadesimpropedy
installed.
Improper b!ades used.
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, !eaves, and trash around mandrels.

in clutch mechanism.

6,
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

Replace/sharpen
blade. Tighten blade bolt.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Rap!ace mower drive belt.
Reinsta!I blades sharp edge down.
Repiace with biades Iisted in this manual,
Ctean around mandrels to open vent hoies,

I.

Turn switch "ON",

2,
3,
4,

Replace bulb(s),
ChecWreplace fight swkch.
Check wiring anti connections,

5,

Replace fuse,

Bad battery ceil(s),
Poor cabfe connectior_s,

i,
2,

Replace battery.
ChecW'eiea_ all cor_nect}oqs.

3,
4,

Fautty reguiator {if so equipped),
Faulty alternator.

8,
4,

Repiace regt'tator_
Replace aiternator.

t.

E_gine th{o_te control not set at _'SLOW"
position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1.

I°
2,

Switch is {'OFF'L
Bulb(s) burned out,

3,
4.
5,

Faulty Iight switct_,
Loose or damaged wiring,
Blown fuse.

I.
2.

27

Move thtottIe control to "SLOW" position and allow
to [die [or 30 seconds
before stopping engine,

SERVICE NOTES

TRACTOR

o o MODEL

NUMBER

9! 7°256451

SCHEMATIC

oll!o
°I I °

RED

BLACK

P

BATTERY

i
[

RED

---_,-J IiiLs-T........
: d@.

FUSE 30 AMP.
r

f

TFiS

WHITE

--.

Bs

-

_

_

--

,._,@ .............@
S:rAm-ER
i

_[_

f-o

o '_

k

i
j

J
SOLENOID

t

CLUTCH / BRAKE
(PEDAL UP)

I
!

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH
(NOT OCCUPIED)

}GN1TION SWITCH
I

i

BLACK
E
i

K-'_

F'h

_ F

I

,}

I

>7,kj

.j_-_:.,._----

BLACK

"-_--"

A_'MENT

....

CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

q

BLACK

]
l

GROUNDING
,_.ONNb......ut.,

_,sNmoN

PLLJG:: @ ....

:1_-

_;_
i

28 VOLTS AC M_N. @ 3600 RPM
(CHARGING
SYSTEM D_SCONNECTC:B)

CHARGING
BYSTEM OUTPUT
3 AMP OC @ 3800 RPM

\

t

i

REB
LIGHTING

SYSTEM

i

OUTPUT

D_ODc:

NOT_
%\.

M

IGNITION
POS_T1ON
OFF
ON
START

---4_.--

i_
14 VOLTS
AC
IRWIN. @ _00
_PM
(L,_*]HT_
OFF}
YOUR TRACTOR IS
B
EQUIPPED WFrH A SPECIAL.
,,1°
HEADLIGHTS
i
........
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
HEADLIGHT
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
SWITCH
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
(OFF)
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
SWITCH
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED, AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
W_RING INSULATED CUPS
SPEEDED UP, TIdE LIGHTS
NOTE:
iF WIRING INSULATED
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
NON-REMOVABLE
---¢_--REMOVABLE
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
CONNECTIONS
CONN_.CTIONS

29

l

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TRACTOR

,_o MODEL

N U#aBER 917,25645!

ELECTRICAL

7O
i

43

36 38

39

I
i

s_
I

I
I

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o °, J ODEL NUMBER

9t7o25645t

ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

.1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
15
I6
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
39
40
4!

146139
74760412
STD551025
STD551125
STD54i025
t09238X
t44940
109596X
147688
153664
STD55tI25
78350400
136850
4t52J
4799J
146147
108824X
420_j
121305X
144921
140400
141226
140403
1t07!2X
140336
S°TD6O1005
I09553X
146057
71110408

43
44
48
49
70

145673
73640400
140844
153249
140413

N©'(E:

DESCR_PT._ON
Battery t2 Volt 25 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd I/4-20unc X 3/4
Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga
Washe_" Lock Hvv Heiicaf t/4
Nut Fin Hex I/4-20 Unc
Tube P!astic 12'I
Case Battery wi2 HoJes
.Clamp Hose Olive
t
roas.ener
Snap- in
Switch Interlock Push-4I-I
Washer Lock t/4
Nut Jam Hex 1/4_20 Unc
Harness Asm Light Wi4152j
Bulb Light #! 156
Cable Batten/8 Ga ! I" red
Cable Battery i3 Ga red w/16 W}_e
Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green
Cable Ground 6 Ga t2" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch _gn 3 pos
Nut Ignition
Cover Sw Key Btk 1 25 Text SLZ'
Key tgn Molded Craftsman
Switch Light Btk 5!k Red
Bracket Switch !ntedock
Screw Tap Hex #10o24_xnc X i/2
Switch lntlk Ci_Jtch Red 4 Term
'_
< Ign Da,_,
" <_"Lt IPC Mch 95
t-_mes,,
Bdt BIk, Fin Hex !/4o20 Uric x _/2
Cove_ Terminat Red
Soie_;oid
Nut Keps Slk H:× 1/4o20 U_qc
Adapter Ammete__Recta{_g_da¢
Washer Pinned DeJta
Harness Engine B&S5

A_tcomponent dimensions give in UoSo inches
I inch = 25_4 mm

31

R...PA_RPARTS
TRACTO_

MO#SL

NU_IBER

_J.7.25645t

' @ AND £NCLOSUR£S
.CH ASS_

2"1

\

22

\_ \

14

\

28

3S
10

\
/
34.

\
3

14

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o o MODEL NU IBER

917o256451

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!t
13
I4
I5
16
!7
18
!9
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
33
34
35
38
39
60
74
i00
140
--

PART
NOo
151169
140356
17490612
STD55t025
146077
145208X015
124027X
12647IX
t46757X0t3
146956
I46961X0t2
17490608
74180512
STD541431
t31445X4t7
t26938X
1752131O
122933X
124479X
STD523710
19131312
STD541437
17030814
t40"135
124029X
!09872X417
136619
I05476X4t7
105475X4!7
STD533707
139888
i3D887
72140606
73680600
105037X
150556
5479J

NOT_:

DESCRIPTION
Chassis Weldment 1Iga 1996
Drawbar Stretch
Screw Thdrot 3/8-16x3/4 Tyott
Washer t3/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Bumper, Snap In
Saddle Sitkscrees F_t Sdf 5Sp D4360
Heat Shield Sloped Hood
Clip Line Fuel !3/32 Mtg Hote
Dash bflkscreen®q Sears EngiSy
Panet Pnt Dash Lh
Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment
Screw Thdrot 3/8-t6xl/2 Ty-tt
Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-i8uncx3/4
Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc
Hood Asm Pnt
Bumper Hoed
Screw Sltd Hex Hd w,@i Washer
Rivet Ratchet Nylon
Washer Nylon B!k 28× 75x 19
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X t
Washer 13/!6 X 13/I6 X !2 Ga
Nut Lock 3/8o,16 Uric
Screw, Hex Head, Spidefiock #8 x "7/8
Gdlte Gray
Lens Headlight Bar CIear
Fender Pnt
Bracket Pat Fetsder
Footrest Pnt Lh Peff
Foo!rest Pnt Rh Peff
Boit Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X8/4,
Bracket, Asm_ [:_ivot, L.H. Mowe: ;£ear
Bracket, Aan_._o
Pivot, R.H. _i_ower Rea:_
Boit Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4
Nut Crownlock 3/8_!6
Stfip_ Foam 18"
Bracket Chassis Front 7 Ga.
:Plug B_sttonSlk 359 Dia

All component
dimensions
t inch = 25,4 mm

33

given

in U,8,

inches

53
/

/

22

3_

REPAIR PARTS
RAO OR

fiO:©EL NUMBER

917o2 645

DRIVE

KEY
NO,

PARY
NO,

KEY
NO,

DESCRIPTION

PART
NOo

#ESC_-31PTtON
Washer t3/32 X 13/t6 X I2 Ga
Beadr_gNyi 503X 628XI
25
Washe_ Hardened
Ring Klip #t5304,-50
Pulley !dler V Groove Plastic
Be!lcrank Asm
Retainer Belt Style Sprir_g
Bolt Hex Hd 3/8o16unc X !_-1/2
N' d.Cf'owRtook o/,__1u tJnc
Nut Lock 5/16-!8 Ur!c
Link Clutch 7 66
Spring Return Clutch 675
Bolt Fin Hex 3/Sd6unc X I-!/4
V-bett Ground Drive 95,25
Keeper Belt Rh Lt Pntizinc 16g
Retainer Beit
......Chassis Lh _"_..inc
Screw Thclro! 318-i 6x3/4 Ty-tt
Cover Pedal Blk ,_ta"
"
Pulley FAngine
Bolt Flnhex 7t16-20 x 4 g5
Washer Lock b!vy i-qJc!Spr 7/t6
Keeper Be_t Engine Lh L.t
Guide Belt D_'Mower Rh
Washe_' 13/32 X 1_i/4 X t2 Ga
Spacer Spilt _80xio94
V,lao..... ,:.JlO,( ,,,,v1. _I"
,_

, 4.[)!_Z_
_,

I

,'Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8
Shaft Asm Pittman
Nyliner Snap In
Bracket Steedng
:Bushing Rod Tie Blk Lt
Gear Sector
Washer t3/32 X 7/8 X t6ga
Screw Thdroi 3/8-t6x3/4 Tyott
Pin Cotter I/8 X 3/4 Cad
Rod Tie W}re Form t9 75 Mech
Sushisg ocg 5/8 td Dash
Screw
!nseri Cap S(rg Wheel Std B]k
Washer t3/'32 X 2_8/8 v_ 8 Ga
Nut Lock Center 3/8_24un:_
,_'_u/835id
Adapter Wheel Strg _'_'
Soot Shaft Steering
Washer 25/32 X 1 !/4 X I6 Ga
Cap Spindie Fr Top BJk
Fitting Grease
Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

Alt component dimensions
! inch = 25.4 mm

37

given in U.So inches

REPAIR PARTS
TRAC

?' U BER

9i7.2564,5t

SEAT ASSE_IBLY

2t
_J
J

2¢%.

\

i
Ii

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q

@,,
"%

",,<\

23

17

K_Y
NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
!0
12
t3

i2

DBSCRIPTIO_I
151205
140551
STD523710
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
i74.90616
19131614
140552
!2t246X
121248X

Seat V350
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk)
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X I
Washer t3/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push In Hinged
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Seat Cprsr_ 2 250 B_kZi
Screw Thdrot 3/8-16 X I Ty°tt
Washer t3/32 X I X 14 Ga
Pan P_t Seat (b k }
Bracket Pnt Mour_ti_sgSwitch
Bushing Snap B_k Nyi 50 td

_ZY
NOo

PART
NOo

D_SGR]PT!ON

14 72050411
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-3/8
I5
134300
Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
t6
121250X
Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt
17 t23976X
Nut Lock i/4 Lge F_g Gr 5 Zinc
t8
I24238X
Cap Spring Seat
2t
t53236
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc BIkz
22 STD54!431
:Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
23 74780814
Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-13 X 7/8 Gr 5
24 '19i7'I9i2
Washer 17/32 X t-3/16 X t2 Ga
25 1270'18X
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62
26 STD55It50
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 1/2
BIOT£: AI componer:_t dimensions give_ in U.S. inches.
I i_ch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

o o MODEL NUMBER

917,256451

DECALS.
14

17

8

6

3

7

21

7

5

9

\

\

4

8

14

I1

\
t3

t0
I8

I5

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1i

138955
272936
151815
151816
i32674
i3364.4
142249
t42252
125880X
1495!6
137537

Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Deca!
Decal
Decai
Deca_
Decal

PART
NO,

KEY
NOo

DESCR!PTION
Instruclion Operat Eng
Engine 12.5 Hp B&S _C Cra:_ts
Hood Slope Rh Craftsman
Hood Slope Lh Craftsman
Grille
Maint Customer Sears Dora
Panel Side _ic
lnsed. Hood Bik
Fender Craftsman Red
Btry DngdPsn Eng, Acme
r. ,.,
_,,au_on
EnglishlSpanis

4,10

1t

\

12
13
14
t5
16
!7
i8
21
.-

4900J
146o46
105809X
136832
! 4.0837
133179
131265
13831 t
t539t7
t r ' ".qe

13.084,0
i $3943
i83840

DESCRIPTION
Mower blousing Assembly
Bolt Carriage 5/16-I8 x 3/4
Bracket Asm. Fram Sway Bar 38/.42
Bracket, Asrno Deck Sway Bar 38"
Retainer_ Spring
Asrn. Suspension Rear
Boit, Hex 3/8-24 x !-I/4 Grade 8
Washeh Lock, HW Htcl Spring 3/8
Washer_ Hard B!ade Mower Vented
Blade, Mower, M@ching 38"
Bail Bearing
Shaft and Bearing Assembly
(b3ctudes Key Number I5)
Mar@tel Housing, Vented
Bail @eaSng, Mand_ei
Stdppe_= Meweh Vented
:SOIL Shouider
Nut, C;owniock 5/18o!8
Bracket, Mower Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring. Defie(;tor
NuL Push
Shie!d_ Deflector
Washer !I/32 x 8/4 x 16 Gauge
Rod, ._--_"_',.,_,se
Sc_ew_ Yhdf"ol He× Hd
Washer, Spacer
Putey, Mandrel
Nut, Fb.qgeiock 9116
Pulley, tcileh Fiat
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
Rod, Pivot
Rod, Ctutcl% Secondary
Retaineh Sprin9
B_aXe Assembly
_Nasher Hs.rdeaed
!dler Arm Assernbiy

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

56
67
68
69
7t
72
73
74
75
75
77
78
79
80
81
82
88
87
88
89
92
107
!08
109
1! 0
1t3

122052X
149848
144200
_ _D._60907
142427
!3t870
127847
12t748X
12000029
128909
127845
140384
!27498
153701
73350600
142028
783ij
128772
19t 1I2i 6
19133612
73800600
133502
133503
74760640
i 42587
174905't2

122 131289
123 t3i 288
'I1...{4.STDS33717
128 i53390
.... t 30794.
- ..

142820

HOT[(:

45

DESCRIPTION
Spaceh Retainer i-3/4
Knob
Beit
Pin_ Cotter 3/32 x 3/4.
iqed, Clutch, Primary
Spring, Re_um
Arm, Ck;_ch, Secondapy
Washer 25/32 x I,,,5/8 x I6 Gauge
Ring, Klip
B.O[t, o{10 UICk-:,

_(eeper, Spring
A_]"a,Clutch, Prima%_
Bushing
Spdng
_\' _
Jam 3/8-48 UNC
Trunnion Adj 94
Runner, Li-._
Runner, RH
Washer 'ti/32 x 3/4 x 15 Gauge
Washer I3/32 x 1 x 12 Gauge
Nut Lock Hex W!h_s 3/8-16 UNC
Spacer, Retainer
Stifferler, tdier Arm
So!t, Hex Head 3/8-t6 x 2-i/2
Upsto9 Deck Front 38"
Screw, He:( Head, Tied. Roll.
5/I8-1.8 x 3/4
!qod, @rak% LH
Rod, @_aKe,RH
Soft., C_arlia.ge 8t8-i6 x 1-814
Washer f-"ht
_='-,_d"<"'.......
ivt_.n.x
_,I.,'._,.>,>ef
'"a_.,._y
_" (inc!.,Jdes _[
" '- hte_
°'_ "

8
9
10
tt
t2
13
14
15
16
t7
18
19
20
21
22
23
24.
25
26
27
28
29
30
3!
312
33
34
35

I2095iX
Puck, Fdction
143045
Seal O!
142672
Ring, Retaining
134793
* Assemb% Kit Shim °625 Shaft
143051
Seadr% F}ange
!20415X
Washer, Plain °632 x t.38 x °046
1426,74
Key, Woodruff, #9
t38234
Assemb!y, Kit Input Shaft
tI0078X
Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth
!05909X
Ring, Retainhs9
-s,,_:¢q-_v,,,,.,_o
_,_.,
Chain, 24 Pitches
106,9I!X
Beating; Flange
!426,,75
Gear_ Spur, 14 Teeth
138246
Cofiar, Clutch
138238
Assembly, Kit, Clutch Keys
!3479i
Screw, Tapping w/Sealer
!,._._.._.6,
7o
Shafi, Intermediate
2244.J
Key, Woodruff, #6I
._a<_-,_.
_:.,v
t20470X
Sprocket, 18Teeth (Reve_-se)
!t0070X
Spacer
.,_.,.,._,x::7-,f
Ges.r_ Spur, 37 Teeth (!. =,)
129405X
Gea[, Spur 30 Teeth (2=,)
!08980X
Gear, Spur,. 25 Teeth {3,o)
' ::......
"
4 .6'{
_-"_-,
Geer,
6put,
22 Teeth (@,)
....., ,, JO
:_<;QD._
1,::4.sop
Ge_', 8pub i9 x-_
_, =o
z,.o,,_
184797
Sps.ce_" i.i33 x !.50 x .375
I05925X
Wa.sheh Plain .640 x 1.37 x ..061

37
38

101978)(
si0079X

39
4.0

i24639X
120472X

Spacer .130 x ! .00 x .169
Asser_bty, Gea!'_ Col _bination of
_._
......
o Teeth aP,d 't<
',.,._Teeth.
Shaft, Idler
Spacer .635 x .875 x .755

KiT
NO,

PART
HO,

41
42
43
44
45
46`
4,7
48
49
5O
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
6`3
64
55
,66
67

I05928X
tt0084X
134394
I20473X
t42678
i20407X
I06589X
120408X
I05937X
i 05936X
2226J
13440!
2264J
120474X
!t008!X
I05941X
!10071X
120952X
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c-'r,_"
I20475X
1426`80
i20961X
7294J
......
108t_bgAv
120953X
i 20954K
i84799

88

138244-

70
71
72

! 1T:0950)(
73810500
i 0@596:£

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1204.'18X

SprocKet, 9 Teeth (Revel'so)
Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth
Assembly, Kit, Shim .750 Shaft
Shaft, Driw_
Gear, 5pub 12 Teeth (1=)
G,_a.r,c,pu_, 20 "f-o_h (2,,0)
Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (3=)
Gear; Spur, 28 Teeth (4,°)
Gear, _r_t]r 31 Teeth {5Q
Spacer .781 x i.00 x .375
Washer, Plain .632 x !:00 x .060
Washeh Neop._ene
Wasi_eh Plain .758 x !.25 x .03i
Axle, LH.
Gear, Miter_ 15 Teeth
Ring, Retaktmg
Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth
Shaft, Cross
Gear, Miter, I5 Teeth
Axh:_,R.H.
Housing, Lower
Puck. Friction
Disc, Brake
Spacer
Jaw, Brake
Pin, Dowel
Sc_'ew; SNf..Tapping, L.a__'ge
5/I6oi8 x 2.25
:Leve_', Acttt_£in9
'WasheiL _::_
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_-_:
@tacke% AY'ti-Re_:ation
hocknu1: S/I 6-24
Screw, % ii:-Yapping_ i._arge
5i16-18 x 1.44
Greags

*

Use in combinations

**

O@er Key No. 15

HOTI;

47

DESOFIPTION

to maintain

Aii component dimensions
I inch :: 25.4. mm

p_'ope_ c!earances

given ip, U.S. ir.ches

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7_ X ,7

41

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
BR_GGS & STRA_ON

ENGINE

- ° MODEL
MO©EL

12.1 CA_BU:_'Ofl

NUMBER

NU_B_:R

g17,£56451

289707,_ _Y. c NUMBER

0179o0!

OV_.RH,&UL K_T

_2 _ii_
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224

,

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492

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49

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801

_802 i

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284
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1

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5O

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REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
BR_GGS & STRATTON

KEY PART
NO_ NO,
t
2

496413
399265

3
5
7
8
9
10
ti
t2

391086
4.94240
271866
39'14.06
27803
94821
28O10O
271916
271997
271996

13

_:.M62'_

15
16

94239
495162
94196
494.238
291675
94524
.4928:26

18
20
22
2:}
24
25

26

27
28
29

222898
394681
394852
394663
894654
39'!?'80
392331
391781
391782
391788
260924
299691
391285
490:348
49048{)
9487i
262246
262247
65906
26828
224502
221596
292260
93630
262248
212897
272465

° MODEL

NUMBER

TYPE NUMBER

KEY PART
NO. NO,

Cylinder Assembly
Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special
Toois For Installation)
*Seai, Oii
Head. Cylinder
* Gas_et, Cyt:inder Head
Breathe_ Assembly
* Gas£et, Valve Cover
Screw, .....c_-=m_',,
.._
Tt_be.. B_:£,
c..... Pssto!% e .... _ ,.,_e;.,._
R;n':_Set, P <'q * OhtoR_e. "::._"_ c _"_
Rin_._
. 0" Ow:-ws_ze
.. Set, o;_.,..,-.
_ ....._, .0t
.:::'qqqSe_ Pistcxi .0_0
......" Over'size
Rin!_:;Set, Ristes .0S0" Overs;ze
Lee.% :Piston .Pin
Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard
Pin >_ssy., Piston ,005" Oversize
Rod AsseF.abty, Connectb 9
ROd ,_,ba_:>u
'_...............
Nb:y, OO(1[lee'u!x%

52
53
75
78
95
98
104
105
106
108
118
12!
___.3
''_
t25
127
I 30
13!
I33
137
138
14t
14.2
147
164
171
187
188
o ....

272554
94637
224061
9:3805
94098
495800
231789
231855
231854
224540
494383
49 ,'.'.._
o_
94-616
495796
224539
494379
4.94381
281 i65
281164.
494.380
494537
P

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2 i 38t 9
28 t 051
8938t5
93535
"762767
o@9
260871
2 I6 2827@3
_t
,', o 490815
222 494887
224. 94513
225 495157
227 493935
,_'s's's,4_
94742
262785
......o_".12
240 394358
265 _,:_t 535

;vt'n'_"v
"'i,_.s,_;b._.b::.
_' Cra%_kDin, So_e

Screw, Connecting Rod
Valve, ExhE,.ust
Vaive, _ntake
SOT nq,

917o25645.

NUMBER.289707,

DESCRIPTION

.02(}"

32
33
34.
35
36
37
40
41
42
45
46
51

ENGINE

MODEL

*

"_ '_

Spdng, Exhaust Valve
Guard, Flywheel
Retainer, Intake Valve
Rotocoii, Exhaust Valve
Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoii
Tappet, VaIve
Gear, Cam
.... Gasket, Carburetor(to Elbow)

**
***

DESCRIPTION
* GaskeL Carburetor
Stud, Carbu_etor Mounting
Washen Spring
Sc_ew,

Se¢,qs

Screw, Idie Speed
** Pin, Fioat Hinge
** Vaive Assemb!y, Inlet ,,,_,,.._._-"_4i_
tnleL Valve Sea_
Vaive, Choke
**Vaive, Needie
Oarbu_et,x' Overhaui fit:):r) o F

Leve;" &ssem_:)iy, Geverno_
Wasi-e_, Gore;mot Crank
[::'i;ter Ft..ie}
C;a:,,"np,:::ssina

ff_chJded in Gasket

Set (494241)

;ncluded in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (497535)
Included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (497535)
and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

NOTE: AIi component dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

5!

0!79@t

given in U.S. inches

REPAtR PARTS
TRACTOR
BRIGGS

& STRATTON

KEY PART
Nee ?,lO,
284

94073

284A 94704
304 4.98319
305 94819
306
307

224545
94623

308
309
310
3t 1
333
334
_.>
.....
346
356

491490
497595
497@02
497608
492341
93381
802592
93705
494328

858

4c,4P4t
..............

ENGINE

- - MODEL NU£oaBER 917 256451
= _£ODEL NU_BEiB

289707_ TYPE NU;_;IBER 0! 79°0t

K£Y PART
NO, NO,

DBSc2,RtPT!ON
Screw, Shoulder,
Hex Washe: Head
Screw.. iqex Head
Housir% Bbwe_
Screw, Seres, 81owe; Housing
Mou_tii-,g
Shieid_ (3yfinder
Screw_ Seres, Cyiir;,der Shield
Mounting
Cove< CyihderHead
Motor. Sta_%_.:n
Boit, Yhru
B G!o-'dnd

728
729
729A
74I
'757
758
759
76t
783
80I
802
_ q
842
847

94627
281i59
225!'70
262i35
2!2359
899891
298909
93875
280104
894556
497605
4% S04
270920
495415
22' .,-xw,i;
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...............
o_s_

85'1

383 'i9203
383 89838
423 94073
443 4.93909
455 22255I
z'...S"7
493903
.........
4G:::i_222562
4.74 393474
48:';:_93!!1121
5!0 4,97506

Pule< Hywi;eet
Wrench_ Spark Pk_g
Screw, Seres
¢'B.._i
............
'
"_a _'_e_
-_,
_,G<:;.,:_
Air J'-i
,...,
e_,
Cup, Screen tv'iounting
K,no_; .....
/x _-Ciea.!._et.
Sc,"-een_Fiush Rotating
Starer A!temr4o_
Screw. Sef¢_s
OSw.%Stari::'r

869 26i463
870 2133t6
871 261961

.......... bA_
wn_,:_i"%

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e < Srus.h
'[ FsoG.11i}50;
.....

High: 3200-3400

included in (Saskei 0..::_<
..... \4_.o_
',r'-'_
o3o)
_"
!ncluded in Carbur@.or Ovemaui

Kit (495799)

included in both Ca
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