Craftsman 917256890 User Manual TRACTOR Manuals And Guides L0803601

CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor Manual L0803601 CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor installation guides

User Manual: Craftsman 917256890 917256890 CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR - Manuals and Guides View the owners manual for your CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR #917256890. Home:Lawn & Garden Parts:Craftsman Parts:Craftsman TRACTOR Manual

Open the PDF directly: View PDF .
Page Count: 56

SEARS

CRRFr,SM

MODEL NUMBER 917.256890 OWNER'SMANUAL

oAssembly

Operation

Customer Responsibilities

Service and Adjustments

Repair Parts

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: !-800-659-5917

i"rl ............................................ II "111

SAFETY RULES A

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

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

I, GENERAL OPERATION

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

and on the machine before starting.

, Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

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

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of otherpeopte before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers,

° Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary, Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

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

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

entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never 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 unclogging

chute.

o 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.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are ama or factor related to toss-of-control and tipover

acc dents, wh ch can resu t n severe injury or death, Alt slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or ifyou fee!

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down siopes, not across.

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

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

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles,

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

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

, Use extra care with g'rass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

, Keep all movement on the elopes slowand 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 slowty straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Donotturnonslopesunlessnecessary, andthen, turnsiowly

and gradually downhill, if possible,

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

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge

of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in;

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

sliding,

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

ground,

•Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes,

2

II1. CHILDREN

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

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain

where you last saw them.

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

care of another responsible adult.

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

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

children,

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

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

- Never allow children to operate the machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

iV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuel& They are

flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow 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.

o Never run a machine inside a closed area.

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

and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly,

° Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

Clean oil or fuel spillage, Allow machine to cool before

storing.

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

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running_

• Grass eatchercomponents are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-

essary,

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

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

•Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required. , .........

iiiin unnnl

Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

ilnl i,nnnn i i i,,,nl i,in

CAUTION: A|ways disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

,unlnn H,,i,,ll ,i i i,, nn

,,i,ilU,nil innl, _ ,,

WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductiv eharm. ..............

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered'and manufac-

tured to give you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department: We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917.256890

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULDRECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct, Contact your nearest Sears store for details,

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

-Read aria observe the safety rules,

. Follow a regular schedufe in maintaining, cadng for and

using your tractor,

• Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of troisowner's manuai

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 15.5

GASOLINE CAPACITY t .25 GALLONS

AND TY_PE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32'_F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OtL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJt9LM

(GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .005" - .007"

EXHAUST: .009"- ,0tl"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 5,7 '

REVERSE: 2.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSi

REAR: 12 PSt

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMPiHR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT. LBS. ]

/

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered brush-covered or g'ass-cov-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equtpped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any). If a spark arrester is used. it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator,

In the state of California the above is required by Iaw

(Section 4442 ol the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar taws. Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual!.

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained lubricated and tuned up according

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

or workmanship,

This Warranty does not cover:

o

q

Expendable items which become worn during normai use such as blades spark plugs, air cfeaners, belts, etc.

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

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

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

Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

workmanship and our testing determines the battery witl not hoId a charge, Sears will replace the batten:/at no charge,

IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

DAYS FROIV THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP-

MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE

AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY

APPLIES ONLY WHILE TH S PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 7-9

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-14

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

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-25

STORAGE ................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 30-47

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

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................ BACK COVER

iNDEX

A

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

Adjustments:

Brake ......................................... 22

Carburetor .................................... 25

Mower

Front-To-Back ......................... 21

Side-To-Side ........................... 21

Throttle Control Cable .................. 24

Air Filter. Engine .................................. 18

_r Screen. Engine .............................. t8

Assembly ............................................ 7-9

B

Battery:

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

CEeanmg ...................................... 17

ns[allation ...................................... 9

Levels ....................................... 8.17

Preoaration ................................... 8

Starting with Weak Battery ........... 23

Storage ........................................ 26

Terminais ................................... I7

Bett:

Motion Drive

Remova{iReplacement ............ 22

4ower Blade(s)

Removal/Replacement ............ 22

Bade:

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

Replacemeni ................................ 16

Brake Adiustment ................................ 22

C

Carburetor Adjustment ..................... 25

ControJs. Tractor ................................. 11

Customer Responsibilities .............. 15-19

Engine:

A_r Filter ........... : ...................... 18

Air Screen Engine .................. t8

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

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

Fuel Fitter ................................ 19

Soark Plug(s) ........................... I9

Tractor:

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

Bla :_e........................................ 16

Lubrication Chart ...................... t5

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

Tire Care ......................... 8,16,23

Transaxte ................................. 17

SuttJng Height, Mower ......................... 12

E

Electdcak

qterlocks and Relays ................... 24

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

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

Engine:

Air Filter ....................................... 18

Air Screen .................................... 18

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

OiJ Change ................................. 17

Oil Lever .................................. 13.17

Oil Type ........................................ 17

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

Repair Parts ............................ 44-48

Starting ......................................... 14

Storage ........................................ 26

F

Filter:

Air Filter ........................................ 18

Fue} .............................................. 19

Fuel:

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

Storage ........................................ 26

Fuse .................................................... 24

H

Hood Removal/installation .................. 24

L

Leveling Mower Deck .......................... 21

Lubrication:

Chart ............................................ 15

M

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

Mower:

Adiustment. Front-to-Back ........... 21

Adiustment, Side-to-Side ............. 21

Bfade Sharpening ..................... 16

Blade Replacement ...................... t 8

Cut[ing Height .............................. 12

installation .................................... 20

Operation ..................................... !3

Removal ....................................... 20

Mowing T@s ........................................ 14

Muffler ................................................. 19

Spark Attester ........................... 3,40

Oil:

O

Cold Weather Conditions ........ 13.17

Engine ......................................... !7

Storage ........................................ 26

Operation ....................................... 10-t4

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

Options:

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

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

P

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

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

Parts. Replacement'Repair ............ 30-47

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

R

Repair Parts ................................... 30-47

S

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

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

Service and Adjustments ............... 20-25

Carburetor .................................. 25

Fuse ............................................. 24

Hood Removal/installation ........... 24

Motion Drive Belt

_emova_/Replacement ............ 22

Mower Bett(s)

Removal/Replacement ............ 22

Mower Adjustment

Front-to-Back ........................ 21

Side-to-Side ............................ 21

Mower Removal ........................... 20

Tire Care .............................. 8,16,23

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

Spark Plug(s) ...................................... 19

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

Starting the Engine ....................... 13q4

Steering Wheel .............................. 7,23

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

Storage ................................................ 26

T

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..... 25

Tires ............................................ 8,16.23

Trouble Shooting Chart .................. 27-28

Transaxle ............................................ I7

W

Warranty ................................................ 3

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

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

4

ACC RIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available th rough most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractorwas purchased,

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor.

MAINTENANCE

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG : AIR FILTER BELTSGAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABtUZER BLADES

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are tisted below with brief explanations of how they can help

you. This list was current at the time of publication: however, it may change infuture years -more attachments may be added, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model. Contact your nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta-

oered 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in_

SteeI weight tray for increased penetration.

BAGGER lets you colfect grass clippings and leaves for a

healthier nearer looking lawn, Two Permanex containers hold

30-gallon plastic bags.

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.

CARTS make hauling easy, Variety of sizes available plus

accessories such as side panel kits tool caddy, cart cover.

protective mat and dolly,

CORING AERATOR takes small Plugs out Ofsoil to allow mois-

ture and nutrients to reach grass roots 364rich swath. 24

hardened steel coring tips, 150 tb. capae=ty welght tray,

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes eas_er, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "sca 3ing" on uneven terrain.

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or3 pull-behind attachments at once.

such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators {not for use with rollers,

carts or other heavy attachments_.

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain. For mower decks not so

equipped.

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine

teeth. Useful to prepare bare areasfor seeding, Availabfe for front

or rear mounting_ HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION

SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor.

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you

mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optiona}) without

changing blades. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible

mowers. See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this

manual

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a

pickup truck, Use with 2 x 8 or 2 _: 10 lumber.

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch

diamete r water-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs. otweight. Rounded

edges prevent harm to tuff. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum. '

SNOW BLADE forsnow removalonly, 14-inch high. 48-inch wide

blade clears 42-inch path when angled left or right. Raises. lowers

with side lever, Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper

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

weight.)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum-type auger handtes

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

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

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

tractor seat. (Use with cr_aLns and wheel weightS and/or rear

drawbar we=ght.)

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

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

automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying, Wand

has adjustable spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecti-

cides, fungicides and tic Jid fertilizers

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-

ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-

icers and sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

TILLER has 5 hp engine and36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in

lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch.

Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractor

drawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit for

dethatching, aerating, hilling...without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extraqarge cross

Iinks give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree

visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm

and dry. RemOve vinyi sides and windshields for use as sun

protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/

tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

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

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves.

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach

places. VACICHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder,

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow remow_ applications.

Uses (l) 55 lb. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials,

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

.._ ..... =

Parts Bag contents shown full size

/".

/\

O (2) Sheet

Metal

I Screws

#10-16 x 1/2

(t) Locknut 3/8-24

(t) 2-3/8" Diameter Washer

' Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (!) Hex Bolt I/2ol 3 x 1

/\

(1) Lock Washer 1/2

1) Washer !7/32 x !-3/16 x 12 Gauge

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

(2) Lock Washers !/4

2_ Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Video

Cassette

Steering

Wheel

I f

Manual

Steering

Boot

Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

Steering

Steering Wheel Wheel

Adapter Insert

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

ASSEMBLY

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

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

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembty easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 5/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(1) l/2" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

When "ight and left hand are mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

(t) 9/t6" wrench

Tire pressure gauge

Utility knife

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

-Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

-Cut along ines on carton, from top to bottom, all four

corners of carton and lay panels flat.

- Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

- Slide the steering bushing over the steeling shaft.

, Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash

line up with steering bushing. Install two (2) sheet

metal screws and tighten securety.

,Position steering boot over steering shaft.

• Align tabs of steering boot over slots and hole in dash

and push down to secure.

•Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft.

-Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter.

, Assemble large fiat washer and 3/8-24 hex iocknut and

tighten securely.

= Snap insert into center of steering wheel.

,Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY

STAPLES tN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE

TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

STEERING

BUSHING SCREW

SLOT

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-

tion section for location and function of con-

trois)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

-Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

" Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to

disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" n

the Operation section of this manual).

° Roll tractor backwards off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

AS

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3)

CAUTRON: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

°Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat

pan to raised position.

, C sen battery box door.

Remove terminal protective caps and discard.

f this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between termina s)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-I0 amps.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminai

with hex bolt. flat washer lock washer and hex nut as

ShOWn Tighten securely.

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi-

na_with remaining hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer

and hex nut. Tigr_ten securely.

o Close battery box door.

Open battery box door for:

o nseection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

wareF

o nspection for corrosion.

Testing battery.

oumping (if required).

Periodic charging.

DISCARD

TERMINAL

POSITIVE PROTECTIVE

(RED_ CABLE CAPS

!,...... _.S NUT

LOCK

WASHER

FLAT

WASHER

!

/

NEGATIVE

(BLACK) CABLE

HEX

BOLT

FIG, 2

iVlBLY

SEAT

PAN

BOX DOOR

FIG. 3

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

- Remove cardboard packing on sea_ pan.

• Place seat on pan and assemble shouIder bolt.

- Assemble adjustment bolt. Iock washer and flat washer

Ioosely. Do not tighten.

• Tighten shoulder bolt sec_Jrely.

• Lower seat into operating poseidonand sit on seat.

° Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows Vou to press clutch/L, ;_kepedal all the way down

(See Fig. 8).

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

, Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

\

SEAT PAR

SHOULDER

BOLT _.

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

FIG. 4

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER

ASSEMBLY

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory' for

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn _ow to operate your tractor, check to see

that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" n the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA C TION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST,"

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

¢" Batteryis properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 am os).

z" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

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

front-to-rear for best cutting resufts. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all bett keepers.

€" Checkwiring. See that all connections are stilt secure

and wires are properly clamped.

,/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewhee; control is in

drive position.

WHILELEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR. PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

z" Engine oil is at proper level.

¢" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, c[eam regular unleaded

gasoline.

v" Become familiar with al controls -their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is _nsafe operating condition

v" tt is important to purge the transmission before operat-

ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions (See 'TO START

ENGtNE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op-

eration section of this manual).

OPERATIO

These symbols may appear on you r tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning,

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

MOWER _IFT &TTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

IGNITION

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

10

m

OPERATION

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

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

Compare the itlustrat ons w th your tractor to fami iarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference,

ATTACHMENT

AMMETER CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION

SWITCH

LIGHT

SWITCH

THROTTLFJCHOKE

CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

©

_,_ MOWER DECK

HEIGHT ADJUST-

MENT POSITIONS

FREEWHEEL

CONTROL

APPROX.

SPEED

3 MPH

2MPH

1MPH MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

FIG. 5

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

AMMETER: Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Usec for starting and

controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeclutchingandbrak-

ing the tractor and starting the eng_ne

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutchibra_e pedat into the

brake position,

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and

direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower and

aajust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to

your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stooping the

engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

11

OPERATION

......... . .... =

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

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

operatingyourtractororperforming any adjustments or repairs. We recommend awide

vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under cer[ain conditions when tractor is standing

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig, 6)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

swl[cn. When engine is running, any attempt by the

_oerator to leave the seat without first setting the Parking

brake will shut off the engine.

• De sress clutch/brake pedal into tult "BRAKE" position

and hold,

PIace 9arking brake lever in "ENGAGED" oosition and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain _n"BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

_ lSO_d_ractor secure.

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTFIOL\ \\\

-22c_2

"'BRAKE'

POSITION

\

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

"DRIVE" ROSITION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

._-.-:-_... /"DISENGAGED"

}¢ /POS,T,ON

}/:i -:__-;>" PARKING BRAKE

f'_:,4_}}_ /"ENGAGED" POSITION

\

_-_"-x \ MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

FIG. 6

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sLtion.

GROUND DRIVE-

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

oMove motion control lever to neutral (N) position,

MPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

ENGINE -

*Move throttle control to s_ow (_,) position.

NOTE: Failure to move, throttle control to slow (,,_)

posmen and allowing engine to idle before stoppng may

cause engine to "backfire",

Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove I_ey

A,tways remove ke_! when leaving tractor to prevent

u qauthorized use

Never u,_e choke to stop engine. 12

idle with the engine running, hot engi ne exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this Dossibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaw

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

-Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement _scontrolled by the

motion controi lever.

Start tractor with mohen centre lever in neutral (N)

position.

° Release parking Drake and clutch/brake pedat.

-Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig, 5)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the

cutting height.

- Grasp lift lever.

- Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

position.

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

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heigl_ts are approxtmate

and may vary depending upon sol conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

, The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

nches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

-For sest cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

qeight should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7)

Your tractor is equipped with an opera[or presence sensing

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

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine.

- Select desired height of cut.

- Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

OPERATION

Iwithout either the entire gr sa s catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

lcharge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSITION-"ENGAGED"

POSITION

/

ATTACHMENT

HIGH POSITRON

POSiTiON

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FiG. 7

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_ CAUTION:_

with slopes greater than "15°and do not !

gLJD_ross any slope. = :

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

• Avoid stc ;)ping or changing speed on hills.

• If sIowing s necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

,Move 'notion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POS_TtON WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

• To restart movement, stowty retease parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

, Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 8)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is Iocated at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control,

- Pull freewheel control knob out and hold in position by

inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control

rod.

-Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

- To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor or a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed

and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying

hood to tractor (rope. cord, etc.).

13

FIG, 8

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 16)

,The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oit.

-Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe ctean, reinsert the

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

remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill

•For cold weather operation you should change oi! for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

= To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

-Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxidedeposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oiI with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING N TEMPERATURES

BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH. CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To avoid enaine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or Ionger. Drain the gas tank, start the

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

em3ty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage lnstruc_

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

o,tom ;fgo;, nk

! fill_erfill, Wipe off any

Ispilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

Iuse gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine

has run out of fuel. it will take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

,Place motion control ever in neutra (N) position.

Move attachment dutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

Move throttle control to choke (IX) position.

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

OPERATION

InsertKeyintoignitionandturn Keyclockwiseto"START" position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

oosition and t'eleaSe key as soon as engine starts, Do procedure three (3) times.

qo_run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onus oer minute, If the engine does not start after

severn attempts, move throttle control to fast (,_}

oosltlon, wait a few minutes and try again, Ifengine still

does not start, move the throttle control back to the

choke (IXI) position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50_ F and above)

o When engine starts, movethethrottle controltothe fast

(_) position,

The attachments and ground drive can now be JSed. If

me engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

ana allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 500 F and below}

" When engine starts allow engine to run wlth the throttle

control n the choke (JXI)position until the engine "uns

roughly, then move throttle control to fast (,1_) position.

This may require an engine warm-up period from

severat seconds to several m_nutes. (]epending on the

temperature.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

o Before driving the uriit in cold weather, the transmis-

sion should be warmed up as follows:

Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

o Place the motion control lever in neutral.

Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position

Allow one minute for transmission to warm up.

This c_n be done dunng the engine warm uD

period,

The attachments can also be used during the engne

warm- Jp period after the transmfssio nhas been warmed

NOTE: f a_ a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or q cold

temoeratures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

peeo to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

NOTE: During this procedure there wiii be no movement of

drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive

system

o Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Sh ut-

off engine and set parking brake,

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

Sitting inthe tractor seat. start engine. Aftertheeng_ne

is running, move throttle control [o half (1/2) speed.

With motion control lever _nneutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal,

, Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet. slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position After the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the mohon cent,tel lever three (3)

times,

•Your tractor is now Purged and now ready for normai

operatron.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

Never engage or disengage

vet while the engine is run-

To ensure proper operation and oerformance, it is recom-

menaed that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the Iirst time. This procedure wilI remove any

traoDea air inside the transmission whfdh may have devel-

Deec_during shipping of your tractor.

iMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR,

Piaee tractor safely on level surface with engine off and

parking brake set,

Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

Sittin ] in the tractor seat, start engine, After the engine

is running move throttle control to.s_ow (,_) position.

With motion control tever in neutral (N) position, slowty

alsengago clutch/brake pedal

Move motion control lever to fun forward position and

qoid fret fly# (5', seconds. Move lever to full reverse

MOWING TiPS

-Tire chains cannot be used when the -newer housing

is attached [o tractor,

-Mower should be properly _eveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual,

, The left hand side of mowr_r should be usea for trim-

ming.

-Drive so that c',ppings are dlscr_arged onto the area

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

machine. This will resuli ;n a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform, cutting.

- When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc. After one ortwo rounds, mow

In the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig. 9).

-If grass is extremely tal!, it should be mowed twice to

reduce loa(] and possible fire qazard from dried chp-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass w_t}plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps, Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at fult throttle when mowing to

assure better mow_ng performance and proper dis-

charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select-

_ng a low enough gear 1o give the mower cutting

performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that wilt suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used

fr

14 FIG. 9

CUSTOMER ESPO LITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ,

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation tf .....

Check Tire Pressure

TChec k for Loose Fasteners t_

i_R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

_ LubricationOhart

T Check Battery Level/Recharge

: 0 Clean Battery and Terminals

R Check Transaxfe €ooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level J

Change Engine Oil t# #

Clean Air Kilter

SERVICE DATES

i/ !

NClean Air Screen .

G Inspect Muffler/Spark Attester

' Pep,ace O,1Fi,ter (,fequ,pped)Cooling -1 1

N Clean Engine Fins 1##'2

Replace Spark Plug tf tt_

Replace Air F}lter Paper Cartridge !_2

'Repi'aceFuel Filter 1 I I_

I. Change more often when operating undera heavy toad or in high ambient temperatures.

2-Service more often when operatingin dirty ordusty conditions.

3- If equipped with eii filter, change oit every 50 hours.

4.- ReplaceMades more of'_enwhen mowing in sandy soil

I/7 t/

V', l

I/ t/

•V' V'

I/

_ _mtmmml iw_mllllm= _5 _ =lllxmml

v' "---'T'-'--'--

J,2_ v'

!/'2

I v'l i

!_1.2

5 _If equipped with adjustable system,

6 - Not required if equipped With maintenance-free battery.

7 _Tighten front a×Ie pivot bert to 35 fLqbs, maximum.

Do not overtighten,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To

receive full value [rom the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season,

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

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and he!p your engine run better

and last longer.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ SPINDLE ZERK _. _._ SPINDLE ZERK (_)

(_ FRONT WHEEL"'I_ I'_........F'_"I"FRONT WHEEL (_)

BEARING ZERK _ _ _ BEARING ZERK

ENGINE (_)

©CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level:

• Check brake operation.

•Check tire pressure.

•Check for loose fasteners.

(_SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

(_ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE'_ SECTION

IMPORTANT; DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT 'THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS, IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

15 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

CUSTOMER RESPC IBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always deservesafetyruleswhen performingany mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requwes more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at h_ghspeed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

f See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

men_s section of this manual).

TIRES

o Maintain proper air pressure in al_tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

o _.eee tires free of gasoline, o11,or insect controJ chemP

ca_swhich can harm rubber.

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts. sharp objec[s and

ether hazards that may cause tire damage,

BLADE CARE

For best results mower 3lades must be kept snarp. Re-

d,ace Dent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig, 10)

Raise mower to highest position 1oallow access to

oiaaes

Remove hex bolt fockwasheranc flat washersecunng

slaqe.

ms,all new or resharpened blade with trailing ec_geup

_owards deck as shown.

Reassemble hex bolt. lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

Tighten bolt securely (80-85 Ft. Lbs. torque).

I._,_PORTANT BLADE BOLT iS GRADE8HEATTREATED,

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you

oo De sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

FLAT WASHER_

TRAILING EDGE

HEX BOLT

(GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD,

FIG. 10

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)

Care should be taken to _<eepthe blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine,

The blade can be sharoened with a file or on a grinding

wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

o To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8 diameter

steel bolt. pin, era cone ba]ancer. [When using a cone

balancer, foIlow the instructions suppliec with bal-

ancer).

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

or pin and hold the bolt or [_'r,oarallel w_tnthe ground.

tf blade _s balanced, it shoulc remair ir a horizontal

position, if either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

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

the center hoJe may appear to be centered, but are not.

CENTER HOLE

518" BOLT

OR PiN

BLADE

FIG. 11

16

CUSTO RESPONSIBILITIES

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

o Keep battery and terminals clean.

- Keep battery bolts tight,

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cabte first then RED bat-

tery cable anc remove battery from tractor.

, Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright,

. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jetly.

• Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after I00 hours of

operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Re place oelts if they begin to slip from wear,

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept

clean to assure 3roper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is

running or while the transmission is hot.

- Inspect cooling fan to be su re fan blades are intact and

clean.

Inspect cooling fins for dirt. grass clippings and other

materials; To prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean

cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-

nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your near-

est authorized service center/department.

ENGINE

LUBR!CATJON (See Fig. 12)

Only use high quality detergent oil rated witP APt service

classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE wscostty grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

30 ° 32o 40" 60 ° 80 t00

-30" -20 ° -100 0_ t0' 20 30_ 40 °

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANT{CIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL SHANGE

FIG. 12

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

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running tow on oil.

Change the oil 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 ir one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oi level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See "ig, t3)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG.

- Be sure tractor is on level surface.

oOil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oit in a suitabfecontainer.

Remove oil fiit cap/dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the eng ne when changing oit.

Remove drain plug.

After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain ptug

and tighten securely.

Refiti engine with oil through oil filt dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual

- Use gauge on oil filf cap/dipstick for checking levet. Be

sure dipstick cap is hghtened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

FILL

CAPtDtPSTICK

J

OiL DRAIN

PLUG

FIG. !3

17

CUSTOMER RESPONSi IT

AiR FILTER (See Fig, !4)

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

CIean the foam pre-c]eaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season, Service paper cartridge every 100

_ours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Serwce a_rcleaner more often under dusty conditions.

o Remove knob(s) and cover.

TQ SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

° Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

o Wash it in liquid detergent and wa_er.

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

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

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

if very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

• Reinstall pre-c]eaner over cartridge.

Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

, Remove cartridge nut,

Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from en-

[ering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent

debris from entering carburetor,

Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. Ifvery

dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

Reinstall cartridge, nut, precIeaner, cover and secure

witil knob(s).

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE. ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE, THEY k/lAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OiL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY

CARTRIDGE

COVER KNOB

COVER CARTRtDGE NUT

_ _ PAPER

FOAM .._,_._,r

PRE.CLSANER..._ _'_ CARTRIDGE

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig, 15)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevem

engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 15)

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

prevent engine damage from overheating,

• Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing

anc dipstick tube assembly off engine.

, Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt.

- Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly

clean engine cooling fins.

- To reassemble, reverse above procedure,

SCREWS BLOWER HOUSING

\\SCREWS

DIPSTICK ENGINE

TUBE rCOOLING FINS

ASSEMBLY

AIR SCREEN

SPARK

PLUG

FIG. 15

FiG. 14

18

CUSTOMER ESPONSIBILITIES

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

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

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation; whichever

occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown _n

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CLAMP_ /CLAMP

/

/

FUEL

FILTER

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. Iffue!

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel !ine

sections.

-Place new fuel filter in position in fue_ line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor.

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

properly positioned.

o Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

FIG. 16

CLEANING

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

matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline.

oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,

oPlace motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

*Place attachment ciutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

- Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

oMake sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

-Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact

with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17)

Mower will be easier to remove from the nght side of tractor,

,Ptace attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,

o Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its

lowest position,

• Roll belt off engine pulley,

Disconnect clutch roa from clutch lever by removing

retainer spring,

o Disconnect antPsway bar from chassis bracket by

remowng retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs.

Disconnect front links from deck by remowng retainer

sDnngs.

oR__iselift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower

om from under tractor.

MPORTANT: F AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR.

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO _NSTALL MOWER {See Fig. 17)

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right

side of tractor.

LOWer tift lever to its lowest position,

Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

CLUTCH LEVER

SUSPENSION /

ARMS /

SPRING

ENGINE

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

{BOTH SIDES)

SPRINGS

(BOTHSIDES

\

FIG. !7

2O

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway, Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

If tires are over or underinflated, you will not property adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height

from bottom edge of mower to g _ound. Distance"A" on

both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"

of each other.

. If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

°To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

*To tower one side of mower, loosen lift tink adjustment

nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO

GROUND GROUND

SUSPENSION

ARM

FIG. 18

\

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 19

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 20 and 21)

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

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SiDE-TO-

SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

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

3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is =nits highest

position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis-

tance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom

edge of mower housing as shown.

. Before making any necessa _' adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8 _'.

•if links are not equal in length, adjust one tink to same

length as other link.

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

links an equal gumber of turns.

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

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

links.

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

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

equal number of turns.

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

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

_ n _MANDREL

FIG. 20

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "F"

FRONT LINKS TRUNNION

NUT"E"

21 FIG. 21

SERVICE AND AD,

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 22)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.

Park the tractor on Eevelsurface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

- Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

o Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys,

o Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt

guides.

o fnstall mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

USTMENTS

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

_--'_-'_- NUT "A"

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY

MANDREL IDLER

PULLEY \ PULLEYS

\

/

/

/

MANDREL

PULLEY

FiG. 22

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 23)

CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED

SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

FiG. 23

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24)

Park the tractor on levei surface. Engage parking brake.

For assistance, there s a belt instal{ation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest,

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

section of this manual,)

= Remove upper belt keeper.

- Remove belt from stat;onary idler and clutching idler,

° Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission nput pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

* Pult belt toward front of tractor and remove downward

from around engine putiey.

Install new belt by reversing above procedure,

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which _smounted on the side of the transaxle.

[_tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at hign speea in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

o Deoress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

Measure distance between brake operating arrr and

nut "A" on brake rod.

if distance is other than 1-3/4". loosen jam nut and turn

nu_ "A" until distance becomes 1-3/4", Retighten jam

nu_ against nut "A".

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

stilt greater than s_x (6) fee! in highest gear, further

maintenance Jsnecessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department.

22

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS.

t LOCATO.

iL '_q_v" "" /TABS

CLUTCHING ",,-._- _,°//_'_:_;!

I1 1"

,_ _UPPER BELT

STATIONARY_'_ |KEEPER

IDLER _\ ":)' L

TRANSM_

INPUT PULLEY ItF

FIG. 24

RVIC AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See

Fig. 25)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its

eosition while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the

friction pack located on the right side of transmission.

-Park tractor on level surface..Stop tractor by turning

ignition key to "OFF" position, and engage parking

brake.

• Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment

10cknut one half (1/2) turn.

NOTE: tf for any reason the effort to move the motion

control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above

adjustment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 to 1/2 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if

necessary,

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor: See "PURGE TRANSMIS-

SION" in the Operation section of this manual.

ADJUSTMENT

LOCKNUT

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

your tractor. If damage has occurrea to affect the front

wheel toeqn or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 26)

•Block up axle securely,

- Removeaxle cover, retaining ring and washers to altow

wheel removal (rear wheel contatns a square key - Do

not lose),

• Repair tire and reassemble.

- Qn rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheet hub

and axle. Insert square key.

- Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

Replace axle cover,

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING\

AXLE COVER

I

SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 26

FIG, 25

23

SERVICE

TO START ENGINE WtTH A WEAK BATTERY

See Fig. 27)

CAU TlON_______ Lea d.aci

ate explosivegases, Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat -

reties. Always wear eye protection

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it Should be

recnargea, if "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starbng, follow this procedure:

iMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPEDWITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM, THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES,

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

Connect each end of the RED cable-to the POSITIVE

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

against chassis,

• Connecl one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (-) terminal of fuIly charged battery.

,Connect the other end ot the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER

o BLACK sable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery,

RED sable last from both batteries.

POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

- Raise hood.

- Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill.

• Replace bulb in holder andpush bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill

• Close hood.

CABLES

CHARGED

BATTERY

,, \

POStTtVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

FiG. 27

iNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged w_ring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

o Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram _nRe pair

Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-_ fuse. The

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 28)

- Raise hood.

- Unsnap headlight wire connector.

-Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tiIt toward

engine and lift off of tractor.

- To replace, reverse above procedure.

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 28

24

SERVICE

ENGINE

AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 29)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as

aescribed below before loosening cable, tf adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine net running, move throttle control lever

from slow (,_) to choke (X]) position. Slowly move

lever from choke (IXI) to fast (,t_) post on.

Check that holes "A" in governor controt lever and hole

in governor plate line-up. If holes "A" are not a!:gned,

loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable unfit holes

are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely,

GOVERNOR GOVERNOR

CONTROL LEVER CONTROL PLATE

\

HOLES "A"

/

/

CLAMP THROTTLE

SCREW CABLE

FIG. 29

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 30)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel.

temperature, altitude or load. ]f the carburetor does need

adjustmenl proceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de-

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

air mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

a richer fuel!air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND

THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW iS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

• Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu-

retor when making carburetor adjustments.

- Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted propeny

(see above).

• With engine off turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise}

closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1 full turn.

FINAL SETTING -

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

final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

- Move throttle control lever to slow (,_) position. With

finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

o While still "_olding throttle lever against idle speed

screw turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise) until en-

gine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise)

until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway

between those two positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow (,_) to fast (,_)

position. If engine hesitates or dies. turn idle mixture

valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeattest and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler-

ates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust -

damage may resutt.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINEABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS IFYOUTHINKTHEENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

THROTTLE IDLE SPEED

LEVER SCREW

/

\

IDLE MIXTURE VALVE

FIG. 30

25

STORAGE

mmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

me season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more

A c2dT,o"- iroc i

_J&A ga_ inside a building I

where fumes may reach an open flame j

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

_lnany enclosure. . _!

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

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

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

clean, ury area.

Clean entire tractor (See"CLEAN 1NG"inthe Customer

ResDonsibiIities section of this manual).

insoec; and replace belts, if necessary (See beIt re-

o]acement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

;ection of this manual).

Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

_ection of this manual

Be ;ure that all nuts. bolts and screws are securety

'astened. Inspect moving partsfordamage, breakage

anc wear. Replace if necessary.

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces: sand

t_ghtIy before painting.

BATTERY

Fully cnarge the battery for storage.

After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

_ona periods of storage, battery cables should be

r_sconn_cted and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomnr Responsibilities section of this manual_.

After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cautes :,__ere they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

o Be :_ure battery drain tube is securely attached.

, If battery _s removed from tractor for storage, do not

s,tore battery directly on concrete or damD surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT S IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOS TS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER.

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACtD]C GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

- Drain the fue! tank.

, Start, the engine ann let it run unti the fue! lines anc

carburetor are empty.

, Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

, Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceDtable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age, Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the m_x raho found on stabiliZer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

off. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

- Remove spark pIug(s).

- Pour one ounce of oil tnrougn spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s).

Turn ig nition key to"START" position for a few seconds

to distribute oil.

Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

- Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

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

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

- I1 possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

, Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR,WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAdST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

26

m

TRO LESHOOTI NTS

CAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine willnot turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

=

Excessive vibration

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel fitter.

7. Waterin fuel

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor outof adiustment.

10, Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad sparkplug.

3, Weakor dead battery,

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale ordirty fuel

6. Loose or damaged widng.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment,

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. FIII fuel tank.

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

3. Wait severat minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuet filter.

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

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8, Check eli wiring.

9, See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

f0, Contact an authorized service centerideeartment.

1. Clean/replace air filter,

2, Replace spark plug,

3. _eeharge or replace battery.

4. Reptace fue! filter,

5. Drain fuel tank and refiIF with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adiust Carburetor" in Service Adiustments

section.

8, Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment dutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4 Blown fuse.

5, Corroded battery terminals

6, Loose or damaged wiring,

7. Faulty ignition switch,

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9, Faulty operator presence switeh(es).

1, Weak ordead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or Starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

1. Depress clutchlbrake pedal

2, Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery,

4. Replace fuse

5, Clean battery terminats.

6. Check all wiring,

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter

9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Recharge or replace battery,

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check att wiring,

4. Check/replace solenoidor starter.

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

2. Adjust throttle control

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

4. Dirty air fitter.

5, Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faultyseark plug.

7. Dirty fuet filter,

8. Stale or d_rty fuel.

9. Water in fuel

10. Spark plug wire loose,

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/dogged muffler,

13, Loose or damaged w_ring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adiustment.

1. Worn. bent orloose btade_

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s),

3, Clean underside of mower housing

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil

6, Ciean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter,

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

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

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

t0, Connect and tighten spark plug wire

I1. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring,

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

15, "Contact an authorized serv{ce center/department,

t. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Reptace blade mandrel.

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

27

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

CAUSE CORRECTION

when operator leaves seat

w_th attachment clutch

engage_

Poor ON'E - uneven

Mower blades w]H not

rotate

1 Fauity operator-safety P"esence control system. Check wiring, switches and connecbons. If not

Poor grass discharge

1. Worn bent or loose blade

2. Mower deck not leveI.

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department,

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt.

2Le le] mower decK,

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery wii! not charge

3. Buildub of grass, _eaves. and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5, Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass. _eaves. and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2, Wornidamagec_mower drive belt.

3, Frozen idler puiley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel

3, Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandret.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent notes,

I Remove obstruction,

2 ReD[ace mower drive belt.

3 Replace idIer pulley,

4 Remace blade mandrel

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speeu too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not Ievet.

5, Low/uneven tire air pressure

6. Worn bent or loose blade

1 Place throttle control in "FAST" posEio!q.

2 Shift to slower speed

3, Allow grass to dry before mowing

4 Level mower deck,

5 Check tires for proper a_rpressure.

6, Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

LOSS or drive

Engine "'backfires"

wren zurn]ngengine

'OFF"

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

8, Mower drive belt worn,

9. Blades improperly installed

0. Improper blades used

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buJ]duc,of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF"

2. Bulb(s) burned out

3. Faultylight switch

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse,

t, Bad battery cell(s)

2. Poor cable connections

3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped}

4. Faulty alternator,

1. Freewheel control *n "disengaged"#osition.

2 Motion drive belt worn. damaged, or broken

3 Air trapped _ntransmission during sh_pmeni

or serwc_ng

1. Engine throttle comro_ not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before szoppmg engine,

7 Clean underside of mower housing.

8 Reo_ace mower drive belt

9 Reinstall blades sharp cage dOWn.

I O Replace with blades listed in this manual

11 CJean around mandrels to open vent ho_es.

Turn sw_tcn "ON".

2. Replace bu]b_sl

3, Check/replace light switch,

4 Check wiring end connections

5 Replace fuse,

Rap}ace battery,

2 Check!clean all connections

3. Replace regulator.

4 Reelace alternator.

1. Place freewheeJ centro_ _n"engaged" sosition.

2. Rap;ace motion drive belt.

3 Purge transmission.

1 Move throttle control to "SLOW" position ano atlow

to _dlefor 30 seconds before stopp_ng engine.

28

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

RED

BATTERY

BLACK

AMMETER

LGNITION SWITCH

RED

FUSE 30 AMP

T

t--O.. O '

I i '

(PEDAL UP) 1

BLACK

STARTER

BLACK

) _ BU_,CK

/ATT'MENT CLUTCH "" GROUNDING

(CLUTCH OFF/ CONNECTOR

l

:BLACK :

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

t .... I

,r<ziL I

*b °

_ IGNITION _ SPARK H

UNIT PLUG

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

3 AMP DC @ 3500 RPM

\

28 VOLTS AC MtN @ 3600 _qPM

_CHARGtNG SYSTEM DISCONNECTED_

/

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M + G

ON B+L

START B + S + L

RED

LtGHT_NG SYSTEM

NOTE OUTPUT DIODE

YOUR TRACTOR IS _AMPAC___,,-_pM_.

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL 1_ "\ 14VOLTS AC MIN @ 3_600RPM LIGHTS OF_

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. 12< "_

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT t_ HEADLIGHTS

CONNECTED TO THE I _...... _

HAVE

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE _ _' _T \. /T --

BECAUSE OF THIS,THE " HE-ADI_IGH# [ _ l

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS SWITCH L _

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE (OFF) \-j_ '

/.

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

--_ NON-REMOVABLE .....

CONNECTIONS (_ REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS |

/:P7NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

29

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -= MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

1

20

42

40

34

I

16

@36 38 39

/36

/

15

8j l_

/

25 32

\49 31

30

3O

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 146139

2 74760412

3 STD551025

4 STD551125

6 STD541025

7 109238X

8 144940

9 109596X

15 147688

16 153664

19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 136850

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 108824X

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 144921

31 140400

32 141226

33 140403

34 110712X

36 STD601005

38 140336

39 109553X

40 146057

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 121433X

49 153249

70 140422

Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

Washer 9/32 X5/8 x 16 Ga

Was qer Lock Hvy HelicaI 1/4

Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Tube Plastic 12"

Case Battery Wi2 Holes W Btry

Clamp Hose Olive

Fastener Snapqn

Switch Interlock Push-In

Washer Lock 1/4

Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Uric

Harness Asm Light Wi4152j

Bulb Light #1156

Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green

Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Switch Ign 3 Pos

Nut Ignition

Cover Sw Key BIk I 25 Text SLT

Key Ign Molded Craftsman

Switch Light Blk BIk Red

Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc x 1/2

Bracket Switch Interlock

Switch lntlk Clutch Red 4 Term

Harness Ign Lt Dash IPC Mch 95

Bolt Bik, Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

Cover Terminal Red

Solenoid

Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Washer Pinned Delta

Harness Engine B&S 14 OHV

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

31

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -.- MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

3O

26

14

26

/

33 10

17

21

22

26 25

18

_------9

19

140

35

34

3

29

/

/

\

26

\

\

28

14

32

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 151169

2 140356

3 17490612

4 STD551025

5 146077

6 145206

7 126842X

8 126471X

9 146760X011

10 STD533710

11 146956

13 146961X012

14 17490608

15 74180512

16 STD541431

17 131445X574

18 126938X

19 17521312

21 122933X

22 124479X

24 STD523710

25 19131312

26 STD541437

27 17030814

28 140137

29 124029X

30 140001X574

31 136619

33 145244X574

34 145243X574

35 STD533707

38 139886

39 139887

60 72140606

100 105037X

140 150556

141 73900600

-- 5479J

Chassis Weldment 11 ga 1996

Drawbar Stretch

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

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga

Bumper Snap-In

Saddle LT Flat Fender Shift

Shield Ht Hood KohVDia Engine

Clip Insulator .406

Dash Silkscreened 1-Pc M. WA.NC. SymiEN

Bolt Carriage 3/8q6 x 1

Panel Pnt Dash Lh

Pane Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Tyqt

Screw Mach Trhd 5i16-18uncx3i4

Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc

Hood Asm Pnt Weld MS-574

Bumper Hood

Screw Sltd Hex Hd wiPt Washer

Rivet Ratchet Nylon

Washer Nylon BIk 28 x 75 x 19

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1

Washer t3/32 x 13/32 x 12 Ga

Nut Lock 3/8q6 Unc

Screw Lock Spider #8 x 7Z8

Grille Black Ms-428

_ens Headtigtqt Bar Clear

Fender Pnt

Bracket Pnt Fender

Footrest Pnt Lh LtiYtiGt 574

Footrest Pnt Rh LtiYtiGt 574

Bolt Rdhd Sht Sq nk 3/8-16 X3/4

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

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

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 Unc x 3/4

Strip Foam 18"

Bracket, Chassis Front 7 Ga.

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 UNC

Plug Button BIk 359 Dia

NOTE: All componenidimensionsgiven _nU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

33

REPAIR PARTS

DRIVE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

97

/

96

91

48

34

REPAIR PARTS

DRIVE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 9! 7.256890

KEY

NO.

1

2

3

8

lO

15

16

18

19

21

22

24

25

26

27

28

29

3o

31

32

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

44

45

46

47

48

49

50

51

52

53

55

56

57

59

PART

NO.

140607

142431

144698

141003

STD561210

74490544

STD541431

STD523710

STD541437

t06933X

145627

STD541237

106888X

STD55t037

STD561210

145204

124236X

130807

127275X

STD523107

155071

120183X

19211616

STD571810

123674X

74760644

4470J

153399

19131312

105706X

110812X

12000039

127783

123789X

123205X

74760624

STD541437

STD 541431

105710X

105709X

STD523712

141416

140312

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transmission, Asm. 61 17490612

S3ring, Return, Brake 62 8883R

Pulley, Transmission 63 140186

Rod. Shift 64 71170764

Pin. Cotter 1/8 x 1 65 10040700

Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-t8 Gr. 5 66 129921

Nut, Lock Hex w/ins 5/16-18 UNC 69 142432

Bolt Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr.5 70 134683

Nut. Lock Hex wiWsh 3/8-16 UNC 71 141417

Knob Rd. 1/2-13 Plstc. Thds. Blk. 72 19132012

Rod, Brake 73 141418

Nut 74 121199X

Spring, Rod, Brake 75 121749X

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 76 STD581075

Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 77 123583X

Rod, Parking Brake 78 121748X

Cap, Parking Brake 81 141420

Bracket, Transmisston 82 t23782X

Keeper. Belt LH 83 19171216

Bolt Hex 5/16-t8 UNC x 3/4 84 141423

Shaft. Foot Pedal 86 71208

Bearing, Nylon 87 19212016

Washer 88 12000008

Pin, Roll 89 151147

Pulley, Idler. Flat 91 74780536

Bolt 92 STD523115

Spacer, Split 93 142564

Keeper, Belt 94 140462

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 95 144643

Bearing Nylon 96 STD624003

Washer. Hardened 97 144201

Ring, Clip 98 STD541437

Pulley, Idler. V-Belt 100 19111216

Asm. Bell Crank 103 STD541350

Retainer Belt 104 141421

Botl 105 71070516

Nut 106 STD523112

Nut Crownlock 5/16-28 I08 17541026

Link, Clutch 109 145098

Spring, Return. Clutch t16 72110610

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/4

V-Belt. Drive

Keeper. Belt, Center

Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt Hex 7/16 x 4 Gr. 5

Washer

Keeper, Belt Engine LH Lt.

Screw

Guide. Belt, Mower Drive RH

Strap, Torque, Lh

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

Strap, Torque, Rh

Spacer, Split

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Ring, E

Key, Square

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

ASm, Shaft

Spring, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering Rod

Washer 21132 x t-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Ring, Clip

Consoie, Shift

Bolt Hex 5/16-18 x 2-1/4

Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/2

Line Fuel

Fan 7"

Control Asm Bypass Hydro

Spring, Retainer 1"

Keeper. Belt Rh

Nut Keps 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 UNF

Arm, Control Pump 500 Hydro

B011.Head Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1

Bolt H 5/16-18 LINC x 1-1/4

Screw Hex Wh Hd #10_24 x 1-5/8

Adaptor Fan Hydro Lt Hyd Alum

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x t .25

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

35

REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

/.

/ •

62

_-_36

8 27.

J

%

29

j17

46_

47

|

f? j

J 10

J

14

13

28 /

/

30

t4

J

43

8

36

REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 142033

3 135227

4 135228

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 130468

11 STD551137

12 73610600

13 110438X

14 74011056

15 73901000

16 132624

17 132614

18 57079

19 I24035X

20 126684X

21 STD551125

22 71100410

23 127501

24 109816X

25 124036X

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 104820X

42 1244!7X

43 t21749X

46 121232X

47 6855M

62 149684

Wheel Steering Std Black

Axte Asm Front

Spindle Asm Lh

Spindle Asm Rh

Bearing Race Thrust Harden

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

Washer 27/32 x 11/4 x 16 Ga

Ring Kfip #t5304-75

Bearing Col Strg Blk

Link Drag Sol Bali Jt 20 064

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Bolt Hex 5/8-11 Uric x 3-1/2

Locknut Flange 5/8-1t Unc

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

Shaft Asm Strg 5/8 x 15 19 Lt

Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033

Support Shaft

Washer Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x 062

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

Screw Cap SCKT HD Phos. and Oi

Shaft Asm Pittmar

Nyliner Snap In

Bracket Steering

Bushing Rod Tie Blk Lt

Gear Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16ga

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

Pin Cotter t/8 x 3/4 Cad

Rod Tie Wire Form t 9 75 Mech

Bushing Strg 5/8 Id Dash

Screw TT #10-32 5 3/8 Flange

Insert Cap Strg Wheel Std Blk

Washer 13/32 × 2-3/8 x 8 Ga

Nut Lock Center 3i8-24unf

Adaptor Wheel Strg 640/635id

Boot Shaft Steering

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

Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk

Fitting Grease

Kit Steering Assembly

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

i inch = 25,4 mm

37

REPAIR PARTS

SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR --MODEL,2NUMSER 9!7.256890

&\\\23

"25

"5

_.j 8

.--9

z

21

KEY

NO.

!

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

!0

!2

13

PART

NO.

140122

140551

STD523710

19131610

145O06

STD541437

124181X

17490616

19131614

140552

12t246X

12!248X

DESCRIPTION

Seat 3350 Blldblk Craftsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Uric

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty4t

Washer 13/32 X I X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap Btk Nyt 50 id

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

14 7205O411

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 153236

22 STD54143t

23 74780814

24 19171912

25 127018X

26 STD551150

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 114-20xl-3/8

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/I6 X 12 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 1/2

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

38

REPAIR PARTS

DECALS

t7

14

9

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

6 3 7 7 4 8 14 16

21 5

/\\\

11

22

\

13

10

15

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 138955

2 273270

3 150676

4 15O677

5 15068O

6 133644

7 142235

8 15O685

9 128314

10 149516

11 137537

12 4900J

13 146046

DESCRIPTION

Decal Instruction Operat Eng

Decal, B&S 15.5 HP IC G D Dom

Decal, Hood Slope Rh Craftsman

Decal, Hood Slope Lh Craftsman

Decai, Grille Craftsman SIo LT Dov

Decai, Maint Customer Sears Dora

Decal ,Panel Side lic Gold/White

Decal. Insert Hood

Decal. Fender Craftsman White

Decal, Btry DngriPsn Eng

Decal, Caution English/Spanish

Decal, Clutch!brake English

Decal, V-belt Dr Sch Tractor

20 KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

14 151217

15 136832

I6 14O837

I7 150333

18 133179

t9 149917

20 142336

2t 131265

22 142341

-- 138311

-- 145245

-- 145247

-- 155898

-- 155899

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Chassis 42" F4ydro

Decal_ Mower Drive Schematic

Decal Saddle Brake Parking

Decal Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs.

Decal Mower Qc System

Decal Fender, Auto, Trans Srs Wt

Decal Cold, Starting, Hydro

Decal Lightbox

Decal CNTRL Movement. Hydro LT

Decat Lift Handle

Pad, Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman 95

Fastner Pop In Footrest

Manual, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS &TIRES

5,8

4,t0

7/

11

39

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 t06732X427.

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106t08X427

9 106268X

10 7152J

11 104757X

-- 144334

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

Tube Inner Front #35060

R m Asm 6"front White Service

Fitting Grease

Bearing Flange

Rim Asm 8"rear White Service

Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service

Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X I 00

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

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

1 inch = 25°4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMB ER 917.256890

ENGINE

81

/

72 62

/

/

/

13

/

/

4

/

31

33

78

23

I

29

\\

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

40

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

1

2

3

132759

17720410

150458

4 137352

13 272293

t4 13280324

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 150554

29 137180

31 109202X

32 123549X

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 137040

38 ......

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091418

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17490620

81 128861

Control Throt Rh BIk Pd115 10

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

Engine B&S 15/15.5 DlC & GD DC 1

Model No. 28N707 Type No, 0171-01

Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated

Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Shield Pnt Heat Browning Grass

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel Wisym Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

Screw, ThdroI 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tyt

Line Fuel 20"

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fue! Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x314

Washer 9/32 X 718 X 16ga

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x314

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl -t14 Tytt

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

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

! inch = 25.4 mm

41

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

LIFT

7

/

19

\

5

13 _. 3

31

32 7

13

19

6

2O

15

I-

%.

\

\

1718 20

42

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

LIFT

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 136973 Rod Asm. Lever

2 122507X Shaft Asm. Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylong

7 12563IX Grip Handle _luted

8 122365X Button Plunger Read

10 122512X Spring Cprsn

11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H.

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 127218 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc

18 73800800 Nut LockWiWsh 1/243 Unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 STD624008 Retainer Spring

31 140302 Bearing, Pvt. Lift. Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

MOWER

.33

32

3t

30

4\\

6

\

\2t

, \2

16

21

5_/ 24

28

27

/

44

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

MOWER

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144393

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 138440

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

t2 129895

13 137645

14 128774

I5 110485X

I6 140329

17 7211O610

18 72140505

19 132827

20 136888

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 1t0452X

27 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 138776

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 STD55t037

40 STD541437

41 133551

43 140083

Mower Housing 44 140088

Bolt 45 STD624003

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar. Front 46 137729

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 48 I33944

Retainer Spring 49 133940

Arm, Suspension, Rear 50 131340

Bolt. Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 51 STD541410

Washer. Lock 52 139888

Washer. Hardened 53 131845

Blade, Mulching 54 133943

Bearing, Bat1 55 140084

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 56 122052X

(Includes Key Number 6) 58 140086

Housing, Mandrel. Vented 59 141043

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 67 149846

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 68 144200

Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 71 142427

Bolt. Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 72 131870

Bolt, Shoulder 73 127847

Baffle, Vortex 74 121748X

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 75 12000029

Stiffener Bracket 76 128903

Bracket. Deflector 77 127845

Cap, Sleeve 78 140334

Spring, Torsion. Deflector 79 127498

Nut. Push 80 153701

Shield, Deflector 81 73350600

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 82 142028

Rod, Hinge 83 120958X

Screw ThdroI Hex Head Zinc Mwr 84 144394

Washer, Spacer 85 72140618

Pulley, Mandrel 92 STD541437

Nut, Toplock. Flange(] 128 153390

Bott - - 130794

Fastner, Christmas Tree

Pulley, Idler. Ftal - - 14541l

Washer 13/32 x I3/16 x 16 Ga,

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 LJNC

Rod. Pivot, with Nibs

Rod, Clutch. Secondary, with Nibs

Guard, Mandrel, LH.

Retainer

Screw. Thd. Roll t/4-20 x 5/8

Washer, Hardenec

Rol er Assembly, Cam Follower

Boll. Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm. Idler

Spacer. Retainer

Spring, Torsion Brakes 42"

Guard, Tuv Idler (94)

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Rod Clutch, Primary, with Nibs

Spring, Return

Arm. Clutch, Secondary

Washer 25/32 x 1_5/8 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8q6 UNC x 1.44

Keeper, Spring

Arm, Clutch, Primary

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Trunnion Adj. 94

Washer Sinte red

Keeper Belt Idler Fixed

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Locknut. Hex WiWsh 3/8-16 UNC

Washer Felt

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-I0, 12-15, 31 and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete

AvailabIe Mulcher Plate Kit not included with tractor:

-- 141112 MulcherClose-out Plate Kit

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

45

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - =MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -MODEL NUMBER 310-0500

!35

58 37

34 139

J

26

23

\3O

99

18 `%

59

17

7

2

14

6 4.

/

/53

/

114 .35

113 1

46

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE . MODEL NUMBER 310-0500

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142986 Housing, Lower 40 150778 Locknut. Hex 5/16-24 UNJC

2 142987 Assembly, Upper Housing 41 142958 Brake RotoriStator Kit

3 142932 Sea1, Lip 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x7/8 x .060

a 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 44 142990 Differentiaf Assembly

5 142933 Ring, Retaining 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .!3

6 142934 Bearing, Shaft Ball 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250

7 142935 Bearing, Cradle 56 142963 Shaft. input

8 150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20 x t.38

9 142937 Swashptate Variable 59 142965 Pin .50D x .43 ID x .750

13 142938 Block, Cylinder Assembly 62 142966 Arm. Control

14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 63 142967 Puck. Dampener

15 142940 Sea, Lip 64 142920 Set Screw

17 142941 Guide, Slot 68 142969 Spring

18 150772 Shaft. Motor 69 144510 Stud 5/16-24

19 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 92 142977 Spring, Block

23 142944 Block, Cylinder Assembly 93 142978 Washer. Biock Thrust

24 142945 Seal Lip 10 x 25 x 7 98 142993 Sleeve Bearing

25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 99 142976 Seat, Wiper

26 150774 Center Section Assembly Kit 113 142917 Cap, Vent Assembly

27 142948 Seal. Lip 26 x 42 x 8 114 142918 Fitting, O-Ring Assembly

28 142949 Ring, Retaining 119 142980 Spacer

29 142950 Washer 26 x 35 x I 134 144607 Nut. Castle 5/16-24

30 150787 Nut. Jam 135 t44608 Pin. Cotter

34 142951 ©il Filter Eiemenl 139 150775 Spring, Compression

35 142952 Arm. Bypass 140 150776 Nut. Hex 5/16=24

36 142953 Ring, Retaining

37 142954 Arm. Actuating

38 142955 Pin. Actuating NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches

39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 1 inch = 25.4 mm

47

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

BRIGGS &STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0t73-01

635 337 @

306

REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

iNSTRUCTION MANUAL.

35

238 @

_022

40 868 16d_

_ 1034

1029

1026

022

48

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173,01

127 138 10698-/ 95 117 634 634B

105 104

<ID, o, '=

137' 147

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KiT

1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT

_!23

REQUIRES SPEC|AL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

142

L _ 105

611 127

46

49

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

BR1GGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01

523

_524

3 20 634A 842 524 868 868A

537

_i 1 137

138

©)

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

467

171 535

304

305_

346

37

729

• . .... =

468

1006

668 _224

78

5O

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 9!7=256890

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173o01

663

209

265 1019 LABEL KIT] 240

[1058 OWNER'S MANUALI

877

187 j

601

783

J

J

801

\\

311

j-

1090

51

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

BRIGGS &STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 496412

2399265

3 391086

5 495858

7272614

8 495735

927803

10 94621

11 281246

12 271916

271997

271996

13 94728

15 94239

16 495162

94196

18 494238

20 291675

22 94624

23 492326

24 222698

25 495860

495977

495978

495979

26 495854

495852

495851

495855

27 260924

28 299691

391286

29 494504

495490

32 94695

32A 94648

33 495856

34 495857

35 262811

37 224502

40 224641

45 262411

46 496884

5t 272465

52 272569

53 94637

75 224061

78 94832

Cylinder Assembly 95 94098

Bearing, Cylinder 98 495800

*Seal, Oil 104 231789

Head, Cylinder I05 231855

*** Gasket, Cylinder Head !06 231854

Brealher Assembly 108 224540

Gasket. Valve Cover 117 231858

Screw, Seres 118 495932

Tube, Breather 12! 498116

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover, .0!5" 123 94616

*Gasket, Crankcase Cover, .005" !25 498051

"Gasket, Crankcase Cover .009" 127 - - -

Screw, Cylinder Head 130 224539

Plug, Oil Drain 131 494379

Crankshaft 133 494381

Timing Gear Key I37 281165

Base. Engine !38 281164

* Seal_ Oil 14t 495931

Screw, Seres, Base Mounting 142 231859

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly, 147 497472

Magne[o t64 214047

Key, Flywheel 166 94555

Piston Assembly, Standard Size 171 281051

Piston Assembly, .010" Oversize 187 393815

Piston Assembly, .020".Oversize 188 94627

Piston Assembly, .030" Oversize 192 492160

Ring Set, Piston. Standard Size 201 262767

Ring Set, Piston..010" Oversize 209 260695

Ring Set, Piston, .020" Oversize 216 262766

Ring Set, Piston, .030" Oversize 219 490815

Lock, Piston Pin 222 495611

Pin Assy., Piston, Standard Size 224 94729

Pin Assy., Piston..005" Oversize 225 495157

Rod Assembly, Connecting 227 493935

Rod Assembly, Connecting, 230 94742

.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore 232 262785

Screw. Hex Washer Head. 1-57/64 238 262836

Screw. Hex Washer Head. 1-5/8 240 394358

Valve, Exhaust 265 221535

Valve. lntake 284 94704

Spring, Valve

Guard. Flywheel

Retainer, Valve Spring

Tappet, VaNe

Gear, Cam

.... Gasket. Carburetor (Carburetor to

Elbow) (Also included Jn Gasket

Set. Part Number 495993)

*** Gasket Carburetor

(Elbow to Cylinder)

Stud. Carburetor Mounting

Washer. Spring

Screw. Pan Head

** Screw, Throttle

Screw, Idle Speed

** Pin, Float Hinge

** Valve Float

** Seat. Inlet VaNe

Valve, Choke

"" Jet, Needle Valve

Valve. Needle

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Screw, Elbow Mounting

Carburetor Assembly

"" Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

Valve, Throttle

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Float, Carburetor

.... Gasket, Float Bowl

.... Washer, Bowl

Shaft and Lever. Choke

** NozzIe. Carburetor

** Pilot. Jet

EIbow, Carburetor

Stud. Rocker Arm

Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting

Line. Fue_ (11" Long, Cut to Suit)

Screw, Seres

Screw Assembly, Rocker Arm

Link. Governor

Spring, Governor

Link, Choke

Gear. Governor

Plate, Governor Control

Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner

Crank. Governor

Lever Assembly, Governor

Washer. Governor Crank

Spring, Governor Link

Cap, Valve

Filter Fuet (in Fue! Line)

Clamp, Casing

Screw. Hex Head

Included in Gasket Set (495993)

** Included in Carburetor Kit (497535)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (495993) and

Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)

.... Included in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor Kit

(497535) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

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

t inch = 25.4 mm

52

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.256890

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0173-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

284A 94073 Screw. Hex Head 729A 225170 Retainer. Wire

294 810068 Screw. Set 741 262932 Gear. Timing

304 496280 Housing, Blower 757 213998 Link, Counterweight

305 94786 Screw. Hex, Head, 758 39989.1 Counterweight Assembly

BIower Housing Mounting 759 298909 Pin. Counterweight

306 225020 Shield. Cylinder 761 94593 Screw, Counterweight

307 94386 Screw, Cylinder Shield 783 280104 Gear. Starter

309 497595 Motor, Starter 801 394856 Cap, Drive

310 497602 Bolt. Thru 802 497605 Cap, End

311 497608 Brush Sel 803 497604 Housing, Starter

333 495859 Armature. Magneto 842 270920 * Seal. Oil Filler Ca3

334 93381 Screw Sems, Armature Mounting 847 496415 Fil_ Group, Oil

337 491055 Plug, Spark 85l 224110 Terminal. Ignition Cable

346 93705 Screw Hex Head 868 494435 _* Seal Assembly, Valve

356 497708 Wire Assembly 868A 272610 '** Gasket Valve

358 495993 Gasket Set 871 262835 Bushing, Guide (Intake & Exhaust)

363 19203 Puller Fiywheet 872 281361 Cover. Air Cleaner

383 89838 Wrench Spark Plug 875 495862 Body, Air Cleaner

423 94073 Screw, Sems 877 393456 Diode and Connector Assembly

445 493909 Cartridge Air Cleaner 947 497157 Solenoid

455 222561 Cup, Screen Mounting 965 94010 Nut, Hex

467 493903 Knob. Air Cleaner 975 495933 Bowl Assembly, Carburetor

468 494439 Screen. Flush Rotating 977 494385 Carburetor Gasket Set

474 393474 Stator. Alternator 987 281166 -- Seal Throttle Shaft

482 93621 Screw, Sems 1005 281400 Fan. Flywheel

510 497606 Drive, Starter 1006 224413 Retainer. Fan

523 495230 Cap and Dipstick. Oil Filler 1019 496758 Label Kit

524 68838 _ Seal FiIIer Tube t022 272475 _** Gasket, Cover

525 496113 Tube. Oit Filler 1023 224552 Cover, Rocker Arm

535 272403 Element, Fil.ter 1026 494432 Rod. Push, Intake

537 281106 *O-Ring, AirCleaner 495136 Rod, Push. Exhaust

544 497603 Armature. Starter t029 224554 Arm. Rocker

552 231597 Bushing, Governor Crank 1033 495992 Valve Overhaul Kit

562 92613 Bolt. Carriage 1034 495248 Guide Assembly, Push Rod

592 231082 Nut, Hex 1044 94673 Screw, Hex Head

601 93053 Clamp, Fuel Pipe 1054 270723 Tie, Cabfe

611 493496 Elbow, Fuet Pipe 1058 272623 Manual. Owner's

614 93306 Pin, Cotter I090 497607 Retainer. Brush

618 262803 Spring, Choke Return

634 281168 *_ Seal. Choke Shaft RPM Settings: Low: 1650-1850. High: 3200-3400

634A 491323 * Seal, Governor

634B 281167 ** Washer. Throttle Shaft Included in Gasket Set (495993)

635 280872 Boot. Spark Plug

646 224546 Brace. Air Cleaner "" Included _nCarburetor Kit _497535)

657 93496 Screw Sems

663 94620 Screw. Self-Tapping *- Included in both Gasket Set (495993] and

668 280848 Spacer Valve Overhaul Kit [495992)

718 230192 Pin, Dowel

726 392134 Gear. Ring .... Included in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor Kit

(lnc,udes Mounting Hardware) (497535) and Carburetor Gasket Set {494385)

727 490324 Cover, Starter

728 94627 Screw, Hex Head NOTE: All component dimensions gwen _nU.S. inches

729 281390 Clip, Wire 1 inch = 25.4 mm

53

SERVICE NOTES

54

Z

0

I-

,<

rr'

111

I:L

0

UJ

14.

¢0

O:

0

u.

t_

111

0

,.J

Z

m

I-

:Z:

I

0

14,

111

13

m

13

141

I-"

111

¢0

I

I

/--

I

I

i t

!

!

I

I

_s

o

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO,

917.256890

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

®

15.5 HP IC

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

HYDROSTATIC (AUTOMATIC)

LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has

its own model number.

The model number for your tractor will be found on the

model plate located under the seat.

The model number for your engine will be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Reo

tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

aPRODUCT- TRACTOR

oMODEL NUMBER - 917.256890

•ENGINE MODEL NO. -28N707, TYPE NO. 0173-01

•PART NUMBER

• PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell.

155898 6.13.96 JH Printed in U.S.A.

................... III1[IIIIIIIIIIIHIII'

r',,i I11.........il'lil,i Irrl"","/III

Y'!I....I ........................." '111