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MODEL NUMBER 917.258580 OWNER'SMANUAL

oAssembly

oOperation

oCustomer Responsibilities

oService and Adjustments

oRepair Parts

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

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917

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

LGENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all 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 obects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.

which could be picked up and thrown by the bade

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

machine if anyone enters the area

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

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_

• 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 a major factor related to loss-of-control and

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.

All slopes require extra caution, If you cannot back up the

slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow iL

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

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

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hlde obstacles.

• Use slowspeed 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 grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes 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 slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turnon slopes unless necessary, and then, turnslowly

and gradually downhill, if possible

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

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

of acliff 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

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe 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 fuels They are

flammable and vapors are explosive

Use only an approved container

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running Al!ow engine to cool before refueling Do not

smoke

Never refuel the machine indoors

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

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

Never run a machine inside a closed area

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment 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 catcher components are subject towear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended pads, 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.

Look for this symbol to point out im-

portant safety precautions. It means I

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERTt!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED. ,,

CAUTION: Always disconnect sparkplug ._

wire and place wire where it cannot contact I

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or' making repairs°

A 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

reproductive harm.

CONGRATULA'flONS 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 CentedDepartment We have competent, weIF

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this tractor,

Please read and retain this manual The instructions wil!

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly_

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES'L

MODEL

NUMBER 917_258580

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE,

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

PRODUCT SPEC|F CATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 16.0

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F

SAE 5W-30 (be ow 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4_0 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: .040")

VALVE CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 11

2nd 1_5

3rd 2.3

4th 3 5

5th 4 4

6th 5.7

REVERSE: 1.7

! TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSi

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE; 30-35 FT LBS

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSVBBLaTmES

, Read and observe the safety rules.

Followa regularschedulein maintaining, caringforand

using your tractor.

Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

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

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

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

in effective working order by the operator

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)

Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on

federal lands, A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)

L MITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPS/lENT

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:

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

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

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

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

Riding equipment used for commercial or renta} purposes

LHMBTED90 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 will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge

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

FROM 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 EQUIPMENT 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 THIS

PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES

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

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

"FABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19

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

iNDEX

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

Adjustments:

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

Carburetor ................................t._.._25

Mower:

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

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

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

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

Air Screen, Engine ..................................18

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

Battery:

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

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

StaRing with Weak Battery ......... 23

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

Terminals ..........................................17

Belts:

Motion Drive

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

Mower Blade Drive

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

Blade:

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

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

Brake Adjustment ..........:........ :...............22

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

Controls, Tractor .......................................11

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

Engine:

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

Air Screen, Engine .................. 18

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

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

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

Fuel Filter .................................. 19

Spark Plugs ............................. 19

Tractor:

Blades ....................................... 16

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

Maintenance Schedule ........... 16

Tire Dare .......................... 9,16,23

Cutting Height, Mower ............................12

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays ................. 24

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

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

Engine:

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

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

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

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

Oil Level .................................... 13,17

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

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

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

StaRing .......................................... 14

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

Filters:

Air .................................................. 18

Fuel ........................................ 19

Fuel:

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

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

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

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

Hood Removal/Installation ................ 24

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

Lubrication Char ............................... 15

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

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back ......... 21

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ............. 21

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

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

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

Installation .........;........................ 20

Operation ........................................ t 3

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

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

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

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

Mulcher Plate ........................................ 9

Oil:

Cold Weather Corrditions .........13,17

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

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

Operation .......................... 10-14

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

Options:

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

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

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

PaRs Bag .......................................... 6

PaRs, Replacement/Repair ........... 30-47

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hood Removal/Installation .......... 24

Motion Drive Belt

Remova!/Replacement ...............22

Mower Blade Drive Belt

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

Mower Adjustment:

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

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

Mower Installation ........................ 20

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

Tire Care ........................... 9,16,23

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

Spark Plugs ............................................ 19

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

StaRing the Engine ............................13-14

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

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

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

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ,, 24

Tires ............................ 9,16,23

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

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

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

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

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

AOOEIIORIII AI Q AWWAOHMIENTS

These accessories and attachments were avalab]e through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased

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

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

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

you This list was ct,rrent at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be avatable 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 ]awn. Ta-

pered 2,5Anch steel spikes mounted on 10Anch diameter discs

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

Steel weight tray for i_._reased penetration

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a

healthier, nearer looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold

30-galon plastic bags

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make haulng easy Variety of sizes available, plus

accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cad cover,

protective mat and doly

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to alow mois-

ture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36-inch swath 24

hardened steel coring tips. 150 Ib capacity weight tray.

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes ol changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pall-behind attachments at once,

such as sweepers, dethatcbers, aerators (not for use with rollers,

carts or other heavy attachments)

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce

chances ot"scalplng" onuneven 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 line

teeth. Useful to prepare bare areasfor seeding. Available Ior 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 optional) without

changing blades. For models not equipped as 3An-1 Convedible

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 x 10 lumber.

ROLLER for smoother _awn surface. 36-inch wide, 18qnch

diameterwater-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight, Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum.

SNOW BLADE for snow removal only. 14-inch high, 48-inch wide

blade clears 42Anch path when angled left or right Raises, lowers

with side lever Ad ustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper

bar (Use with t re cha ns and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar

weight)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath DrumAype auger handles

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

arrangemenL Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seal 6-inch

diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet Lift controled at

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

drawbar weight )

SPRAYERS use 12-vol DO electric motor that connects to the

tractor battery or other 12-volt source Includes booms for

automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying Wand

has adjustable spray pattern For applying herbicides, insecti-

cides, tung:tides and Iquid fertilizers

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fedilzing, 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 and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

culivate 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 extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular sloe!

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

visibiity. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm

and dry, Remove vinyl sides and windsMelds for use as sun

protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/

tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

12-volt amber caution Ight 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 VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications

Uses (1) 55 Ib weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts packed separately in carton

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga,

tailner Springs (double loop)

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

_(2)Screws #10x5/8

(2) Lock Washers #10

°@

(2) Weld Nuts #10

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

(2) Hex Bolts 114=20x 3/4

(2) Washers

9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

(2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

Steering

Wheel

Seat

Mulcher ,

Plate i

Video

Cassette

Manual Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder' (2) Center-

Bolts lock Nuts

(_(2) Washers 3/6

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Steering

Sleeve

_(2) Front Link Assemblies

_ teering

Wheel

Insert Gauge

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

Assemblies

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 REQUmRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are liste&

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 9/16" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

Pliers

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

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet

Tire pressure gauge

Phillips Screwdriver

Utility knife

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

°Remove all acce:_sible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

o Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

Remove mower and packing materia_s_

o Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove,

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF SKUD

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

o Remove tocknut and large fiat washer from steering

shafL

° Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward

o Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter.

° Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with Iocknut

and large flat washer previously remove& Tighten

securely_

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel

oRemove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

_NSKiD THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

STEERING WHEEL

_HEX LOONNUT

_FLAT WASHER

STEERING

WHEEL

STEERING

WHEEL

ADAPTER STEERING

;:' 1_3_ SHAFT

STEERING _:- -._ - ,'"

SLEEVE -- .'/,

/ / // /

/ I // /

FIG. 1

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKOD (See Operation

section for location and function of controls)

o Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position,

o Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal,

o Place gearshift lever in neutra_ (N) position

o Roll tractor backwards off skid.

o Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor,

ASSEMBLY

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

ACAUTION: 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.

• Lift hood to raised position.

•Open terminal access doors, remove terminal pretec_

tive caps and discard.

• If this battery is put into service after month and year'

indicated on label ({abe{ located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

•First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

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

nut as shown, Tighten securely.

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

tery terminal with remaining flex bolt, flat washer, lock

washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.,

• Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doors for:

• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

• Inspection for corrosion_

•Testing battery_

• Jumping (if required).

°Periodic charging_

HEX NUT

DISCARD TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS

LOCK FLAT

WASHER WASHER

HEX

BOLT

POSITIVE

(RED)

CABLE

NEGATIVE

{BLACK)

CABLE

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob°

o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan_

= Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely.

Do not tighten_

° Tighten shoulder bolt securely,

.Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way

down.

= Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely_

SEAT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG, 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes_ Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting perforrnanceo

° Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" or] page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

that the brake is properly adjusted. See 'qO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 4 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage park-

ing brake,

o Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and beits.

Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

, Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELTtNTO

ENGINE PULLEY GROOVE

*Install one front link in top hole of the LH, front mower

bracket and L.H. front suspension brackeL Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as shown.

. Instat1second front linkin R.H front suspension bracket

and retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

° Slide right side of mower back and install link intop hole

of R_H, front mower bracket, Retain with single loop

retainer spring as shown

° Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it

stops.

.Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control

Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck

pin& If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to

align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms,

Retain with double loop retainer springs with loops

down as shown,

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

o Install clutch rod in clutch lever. Secure with retainer

spring.

Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove

slack from mower suspension.

° Raise deck to highest position.

o Assemble gauge wheels as shown using long shoulder

bolts, 3/8 washers, and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts. Tighten

securely.

Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown

in the Operation section of this manual

CHECK IVIOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.

See 'q'O 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 reptacing motion, mower

drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this man uaL Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CLUTCH

LEVER

CLUTCH

ROD

RETAINER

SPRING FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKETS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (outward pointing

BRACKET deck pins)

SUSPENSION

ARMS

SHOULDER

BOLT

GAUGE

WHEEL

3/8WASHER

USE PL|ERSFOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

3/8-16

CENTER

LOCKNUT

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER ANTI-SWAY

SPR_NG BAR

_INGLE

LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

MOWER

BRACKET

IDLER

PULLEY

FIG.4

DISCHARGEGUARD

ASSEMBLY

v _..__.__ DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

INSTALL IVlULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6)

o Install two latch hooks to muicher plate using screw,

washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

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

weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

oTighten hardware securely.

o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

° Place front of rnulchet plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide into place, as shown

. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck_

o Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching mulcher plate

and allow it to rest on plate while in

operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place,

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory,,

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The rrlulcher

blades are designed for discharging and bagging also_

WELD NUT

FROM THE TOP

HOOK POINTS

DOWN

LOCI(

WASHER

WELD

NUT _ SCREW

LATCH

HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

_--SCREW

WELD

NUT

FIG. 5

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. 6

,7 CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THA T YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

/All assembly instructions have been completed_

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged, (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely_

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

the tires were ovennflated at the factory).

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

front-to-rear for best cutting results_ (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

€" Checkmoweranddrivebelts. Besuretheyarerouted

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers_

/Check wiring_ See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped,

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function, Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

OPSRATION

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

FORWARD

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

®SI

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrations with your tractorto familiarize yourselfwith the locations of various controlsand adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

LIGHT

IGNITION SWITCH

SWITCH

AMMETER

THROTTL_CHOKE

CONTROL

CLUTCW

BRAKE

PEDAL

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

A_'ACHMENT

/LIFTLEVER

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

• =

FIG. 7

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

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: Used to control engine

speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeelutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting tile engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutcl'v'brake pedal into the

brake position_

GEAR SHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of

the tracton

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the

mower deck or other attachments mounted to yourtractor_

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

HEIGHTADJUSTMENTKNOB: Usedtoadjustthe mower

cutting height,

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-).

OPERATION

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

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

tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW 3"0 USE YOUR 3"RAC3"OR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

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

and hold.

o Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure,

THROTTLE/ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

CHOKE LEVER "ENGAGED"

CONTROl POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

PARKING

"BRAKE" _ BRAKE GEARSHIFT

POSITION LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL

"DRIVE"POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

"HEIGHT POSITION

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 8

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

• Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition,

GROUND DRIVE -

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

° Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow (,=_) position,

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

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire'L

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

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

o Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of gras& To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

ICAUTION: Always stop tractor cam- I

pletely, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty U

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Always operate engine at full throttle,

Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

manse,

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 8)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

o Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

o Move gearshift lever to desired position.

o Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SOWlLL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction,

• Turn knob clockwise (f-'_) to raise cutting height.

o Turn knob counterclockwise (_#_-_)to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4'L The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed°

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

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot month& For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

° For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9A)

Your tractor is equipped with an operater presence sensing

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

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine,

o Select desired height of cuL

o Lower mower with attachment lift control

o Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control

CAUTION: _==.J

Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so the dis-

equipped, or

charge guard in place.

OPERATION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

LEVER "DISENGAGED"

POS,TiON

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT _ 3_

KNOS

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

/ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

POSITION

I.','

,'; LOW

=OSITION

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FIG. 9A

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9B)

Adjust gauge wheels with tractor' on a flat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See 'q'O AD-

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

oWith mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

oRepeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole.

GUAGE

WHEEL

MOUNTING

3/8-16

LOCKNUT

3/8 WASHER

GAUGE WHEEL

FIG, 9B

SHOULDER BOLT

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

I _ CAUTION: Donotdriveapordown I

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

o Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

o If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

° If stopping is absoluteiy necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake_

= Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement,

• To restart movement, slowlyrelease parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal,

o Make allturns slowly,

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control,

° When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutral (N) position

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

NOTE: To protect hood from damage When transporting

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

secured to tractor, Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc_).

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 15)

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

factory, already filled with summer weight oil

o Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil ell

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on

thetube Donotthreadthecapontothetube. 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 oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

oTo change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual,

ADD GASOLINE

• Fil! fuel tank_ Use fresh, Clean, regular unleaded

gasol ne with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

ard reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°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 engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

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

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

empty. Use fresh fuel next season_ See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

OPERATION

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank I

filler neck, Do notoverfilL Wipeoffany

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or H

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGUNE (See Fig, 9)

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

o Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

o Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position,

o Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position

• Move throttle control to choke (l\i) positiOnr

Note: Before starting, read the warm and co_d starting

procedures below.

Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START"

position and re_ease key as soon as engine starts Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onds per minute. If the engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,&,)

position, wait a few minutes and try again Ifengine still

does not slart, move the throttle control back to the

choke (1\I) position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle controlto the fast

(,€,) position.

o The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

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

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below)

° When engine starts, allow engine to run with the

throttle co n!rol in the choke (1\1)position untilthe engine

runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast (@)

fposition. This may require an engine warm-up period

rom several seconds to several minutes, depending

on the temperature.

o The attachments can also be used during the engine

warm-up period.

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

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fue! mixture may

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

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

MOWING TUPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor.

o Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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

ming.

o Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

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

machine. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting

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

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig. 10 ),

o If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

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

desired heighL

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

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

o Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material° Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

o When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FIG. 10

fVlULCH_NG MOWING TiPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH CLEAN AFTER EACH USE

The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the .lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed, A_so, the mu_ched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn,

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

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

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.

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

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

will not be exposed to the direct sun.

oFor best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that

the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass

blades (See Fig. 11). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut and mow slowly.

o Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

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

pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

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

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

MAX 1/3

15 FIG, 11

CUSTOMER RESPONSiBILiTiES

IVlAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation 6##

Check Tire Pressure

TCheck for Loose Fasteners

RSharpen/Replace Mower R[ades

_ Lubrication Chart

TCheck Battery Level/Recharge

0 Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooltng

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Ad ust Mot on Or ve Belt(s Tension

Check Engine Oil Level _'

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark ArresterG

SERVICE DATES

v' iJ

"° !

V'2

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

I.',

Clean Eng ne Cool ng Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

e,'

I - Change more often when operating under a heavy toad or in high ambient temperatures

2 - Service more ogen when opelaling in dirty ot dusty conditions

3-If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soll

5 - If equipped with adjustable system

6 - Not required ir equipped with maintenance4ree baltery

7- Tighten Iront axle pivot bolt to 35 ft4bs maximum

Do not overtighlen

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The war ranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual,

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 help your engine run better

and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

o Checkbrake operation,

o Check tire pressure,

, Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

DLE ZERK®

®REARING ZERK

PIVOT(S)

"FRONT WHEEL®

REARING ZERK

_ENGINE ®

_" GEARSHIFT (_

PIVOTS

®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-

16 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY

CUSTOMER RESPONSUBIL TnES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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

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

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

ments section of this manual).

TIRES

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

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

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

cals which can harm rubber.

o Avoid stumps_ stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage_

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

o The blade can be sharpened with a fiie or on a grinding

wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

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

steel bolt, pin, ora cone balancer_ (When using acone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

anGer).

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

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in 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 hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp_ Re-

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)

° Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

o Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fiat washer securing

blade.

Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown,

• Reassemble hex bolt, loci<washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

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

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED

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

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE

FLAT W__

LOCK WASHER,_

HEX BOLT

{GRADE 8)* _,,,.._

"_ MANDREL

_"j ASSEMBLY

i _ TRAILING EDGE

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD,

FIG. 12

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT

BLADE

FIG. 13

BA'FFERY

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.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

o Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent ho_es open.

o Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BA'I-FERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

o Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

o Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright.

Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

o Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual)_

CUSTOMER LVTMES

V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig& 14 and 15)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oll must meet API service classification SF or SG.

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of

operation and replace if necessary_ The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear_

TRANSAXLE COOLING

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

can restrict cooling_

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

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

according to your expected operating temperature_

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

*20_ 0° 30" 32° 40o

-_oo -2_° -1_o 5° Io" 20" 30.

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTIOIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG. 14

NOTE: Although multFviscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multFviscesity oils

wilt result in increased oil consumption when used above

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

possible engine damage from running low on oil,

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 50 hours thereafter or' at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in 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 oil level.

= Be sure tractor is on level surface,

o Oil will drain more freely when warm.

o Catch oil in a suitable container,

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil.

o Remove drain plug

= After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely,

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

slowly. Do not overfill For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level

insert dipstick into the tube and _estthe oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking

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

cap onto the tube securely when finishe&

- COVER KNOB

AIR CLEANER

COVER ,WING NUT

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER

AIR

SCREEN

PAPER CARTRIDGE

AIR CLEANER

BASE

L FILL

CAP/DIPSTICK

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

FIG. 15

CUSTOMER RF=SPONSB L TUES

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

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

engine damage from overheating, Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fiber&

AIR FILTER (See Fig, 15)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter

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

tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100

hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions

Remove knob and cover_

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge

o Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth_

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

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

Gently tap the f_at side of the paper cartridge to dis-

lodge dirt. De net wash the paper cartridge or use

pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.

Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

° Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the

paper cartridge.

. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten

knob securety.

CLEAN AiR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external

surfaces as necessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating

MUFFLER

inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could 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 in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CUSTOMER RESPON$1B LUT E$

ENGINE OiL FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil

change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year

o Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE

ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through

step remove drain plug).

•Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter.

oApply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber

gasket on replacement oil filter.

Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil

filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter

adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn.

° Fill crankcase with new oil (See ''TO CHANGE EN-

GINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approxi-

mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 3 of this manual.

, Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any

leaks before placing engine into full operation.

OIL

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections_

, Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor'.

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

properly positioned.

oImmediately wipe up any spilled gasoline

CLAMP

FUEL

FILTER

FIG, 17

CLEANING

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

matter_

oKeep finished surfaces and wheels free of allgasoline,

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 ouL Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

FIG. 16

irl_ ..... .......

SErVe@5 AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY"SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

_i Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

Place attachment clutch 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.

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18)

,Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

o Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

oLower mower to its lowest position_

o Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing

retainer spring.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas-

sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

o Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at

deck and disengage arms from deck,

•Raise attachment lift to its highest position

• Remove two retainer springs from each front link and

remove links. CLUTCH

LEVER

CLUTCH

ROD

SUSPENSION

ARMS ADJUSTMENT

NUTS

o Slide mower forward and remove belt from engine

pulley,

• Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS_

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual

RETAINER FRONT

SPRING SUSPENSION

BRACKET

LIFT

LINKS

CHASSIS

BRACKET

RETAINER

•'SPRINGS

RETAINER

SPRING BRACKET

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

FIG. '18

SERVaCE 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).

Iftires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

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

from bottom edge of mower to ground_ Distance"A" on

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

of each other_

o 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 lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment

nut on that side,

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 1/8".

o Recheck measurements after adjusting..

BOTTOM EDGE

BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO

OF MOWER TO GROUND

GROUND

--GROUND LINE--

FIG. 19

SUSPENSION

ARM

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 20

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE IF

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 1/8" to

1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its 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 necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length. Both links should

be approximately 10-3/8'L

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

length as other link_

° To lower' front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front

links an equal number of turns.

° When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" 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

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

equal number of turns.

° When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

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

o Recheck side-to-side adjustmenL

MANDREL

FIG. 21

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT"F""_

FRONT_

LINKS

NUT"E"

TRUNNION

22 FIG. 22

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE IVlOWER BLADE DRUVE BELT

(See Fig. 23)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake_

o Remove mower drive belt (See"TO REPLACE MOWER

DRIVE BELT in this section of this manual).

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

section of this manua])_

o Remove four screws from R,.H. mandrel cover and

remove cover.

• Disconnect secondary clutch rod from pivot rod by

removing retainer spring.

o Carefully roll belt off R,H. mandrel pulley.

° Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,

and L.H. mandrel pulley.

oRemove any dirt or grass which may have accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

= Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotate freely_

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and

sway-bar bracket,

° Install new belt in lower groove of L.H mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shewn_

• Roll belt over R H, mandrel pulley_ Make sure beltis in

all grooves properly.

° Reconnect secondary clutch rod to pivot rod with

retainer spring,

• Reinstall R_H. mandrel cover

°Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER

AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manual),

o Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual),

L,H. MANDREL

MOWER CENTER

BLADE MANDREL

DRIVE BELT

SECONDARY

IDLER ARM

R,H.

COVER

SWAY BAR

BRACKET IDLER

PULLEY SCREW

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side ot the transaxle,

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

at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

= Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake,,

o Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod.

Ifdistance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn

nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2'L Retlghten jam

nut against nut "A".

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

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

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department,

WITH PARKING BRAKE"ENGAGED"

NUT'A"

IJAM NUT

OO_ OPERATING ARM

FIG. 24

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 25)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake_

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

Remove mower (See 'q-O REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manuaL)

Remove upper belt keeper,

Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler,

Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt

upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-

ers.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards

from around engine pulley,,

lnsta}l new belt by reversing above procedure

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS

ENGINE

PULLEY

CLUTCHING

IDLER _ _

STATIONARY _zz_

LOCATOR

"_"TABS

UPPER BELT

KEEPER

FIG, 25

SERWCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD-

JUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27)

The transaxle should be inneutral when the gear shift lever

is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is

preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed,

proceed as follows:

=Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

oLoosen two Iocknuts on tie rod.

• Turn center rod until gearshift lever fails into neutral

lock gate on fender console.

Tighten Iocknuts securely.

:T [.EVER

LOCK GATE

FIG, 26

CENTER ROD

TIE ROD

TRANSAXLE

FIG. 27

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straight forward, 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 occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service centeddepartment.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 28)

o Block up axle securely

= Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

° Repair tire and reassemble

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

and axle. Insert square key

oReplace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove

Replace axle cover_

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 28

TO START ENGINE WiTH A WEAK BATTERY

See Fig. 29)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

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

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITHA

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 -

o Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

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

against chassis.

o Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA-

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery°

o RED cable last from both batteries.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

"POSITIVE" (+) "NEGATIVE" (-)

L,H. PANEL

BOLT

FIG. 29

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

o Raise hood.

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

grill.

o Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting,.

• Check wiring, See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

fuse holder is located behind the dash,

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 30)

Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector,

o Stand in front of tractor_ Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

"_j HOOD

I'j W,RE"EAOL'GHT

CONNECTOR

FIG, 30

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGnNE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 31)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary_ Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable_ If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

° With engine not running, move throttle control lever

from slow (',_) to choke (N) position. Slowly move

lever from choke (N) to fast ('_) position.

o Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed

control bracket are aligned.

o If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp screw and

align _he holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit

through both holes°

• Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable

clamp screw. Remove alignment pencil or drill biL

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 32)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should net be necessary. However, minor adjust-

ment may be reguired to compensate for'differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or Ioad_ If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise)

decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner

fuel/air mixtu re. Turning the adjusting needles out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF NEEDLE IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT,

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is tow emission. It is

equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter

cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed

by the cap.. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The

limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting

needle.

o Be sure you have a clean air filter' and the throttle

control cable is adjusted properly (see above).

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

adjustments with engine runningand shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position_

° Idle speed settinq - With throttle control lever in slow

(,_.) position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM If

engine idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is attained_

= IdLefuel needle settinq - With throttle corrtrol lever in

slow (,_) position, turn idle fuel adjustment needle in

Iclockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out

counterclockwise) until engine runs rough_Turn needle

to a point midway between those two positions.

* Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

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

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle fuel

adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Re-

peat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly_

High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust

damage may result

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH iS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDINGTHEENGINEABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

t_DJUSTMENTS.

CABLE

CLAMP

SCREW

BRACKET

THROTTLE

LEVER

FIG. 31

IDLE SPEED

ADJUSTING

SCREW

,DLE UEL//

ADJUSTING

NEEDLE

FIG, 32

26 G.

TROUBLESHOOTI POINTS

lilt ....

CAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEM

win not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

i,i.

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

1, Out of fuel

2. Engtne not "CHOKED" properly

3 Engine flooded

4, Bad spark plug+

5 Dirty air filter

6. Dirty fuel fi{ter.

7 Watertnfuel

8 Loose or damaged widng

9 Carburetor out of adjustment

10 Engine valves out of adjustment

1 Didy air filter

2 Bad spark plug

3 Weak or dead battery

4 Dirty fuel _ter

5 Staleor dirty fuel

6 Loose or damaged wiring

7 Carburetoroutofadiustment

8Engine valves out of adjustment

...... i

fClutch/brake pedal not depressed

2 Attachment clutch ts engaged

3 Weak or dead battery

4 Blown fuse

5 Corroded battery terminals

6 Loose or damaged wiring

7 Faulty ignition switch.

8 Faulty solenoid or starter

9 Faulty operator presence switch(es)

1 Weak or dead battery

2 Corroded battery terminals,

3 Loose or damaged widng

4 Faulty solenoid or stader

1 Cutting too much grass/leo fast

2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

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

4 Dirty air filter

5, Low oil level/dirty oil

6 Faulty spark plug

7 Dirty fuel filter

8 Stale or dirty fuel

9 Water in fuel

10 Spark plug wire loose

11_ Dirty engine air screen/fins

12 Dirty/clogged mufflar_

13 Loose or damaged wiring

14, Carburetor out of adjustment

15 Engine valves out of adjustment

1 Worn, bentorloose blade

2 Bent blade mandrel

3 Loose/damaged part(s)

1FI]!fuel tank

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

3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start

4 Replace sparkplug

5. Clean/replace air filter

6 Replace fuel filter

7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter

8 Check all wiring.

9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section,

10 Contact an authorized service center/department

1 Clean/replace air filter

2 Replace sparkplug

3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fue! filter

5 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

6 Check all widng.

7 See ''To Adiust Carburetor' in Service Adjustments

section

8 Contacl an authorized service center/department

1 Depress clutch/brake pedal

2 Disengage attachment clutch

3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuse

5. Clean battery terminals,

6 Check all widng

7 Checldreplace Ignition switcll

8 Checldrap/ace solenoid or starter

9 Contact an authorized service centeddepadment

1 Recharge or replace battery,

2 Clean battery terminals

3 Check all wtdng

4 Check/replace solenoid or starter

1 Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed

2 Adjust throttle control

3 Clean underside of mower houetng

4 Clean/raplace air filter

5 Check oil level/change oil,

6Clean and regap or change spark plug,

7 Replace fuel tilter

8 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, retill tank with trash

gasoline and replace fuel filter

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire

It Clean engine air screen/line

12 Clean/replace muffler

!3 Check all wiring

14 See'_To Adjust Carburetor"in Service Adjustments

section

15 Contact an authorized service center/depadment

1 Replace blade Tighten blade boll

2 Replace blade mandrel.

3 Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts

TROUBLESHOOTING POHNTS

.....i1_ , ,

PROBLEM CORRECTION

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poorcut*unevan

Mower blades will not

rotate

_,,,,,,,

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engin_ "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

iiiiii

CAUSE

1, Faultyoperator-safetypresencecontrolsystem

1Worn, bent or loose blade,

2 Mower deck not level

3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower

4 Bent blade mandrel

5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1 Obstruction In clutch mechanism.

2 Worn/damaged mower drivebelt

3 Frozen idler pulley,

4 Frozen blade mandrel.

1 Engtne speed too slow

2 Travel speedtoofast

3Wet grass

4 Mower deck not level

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure

6 Worn, bent or loose blade.

7 Buitdup of grass, leaves and trashundermower

8. Mower ddve beltworn

9 Blades improperlyInstalled

10 Improperblades used

11 Clogged mowerdeck vent holesfrom buiidup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1 Switch Is "OFF"

2 Bulb(s) bumadouL

3Faulty light switch,

4 Loose or damaged widng

5 Blownfuse_

1. Bad battery cel!(s),

2 Poor cable connections.

& Faulty regulator (if so equipped)

4_ Faulty alternator,

1 Engine throttle controlnot sat at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contactan authorized service cented

department

1 Replace blade Tighten blade boll

2 Level mower deck

3 Clean underside of mower housing,

4, Replace blade mandrel

5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

1_ Remove obstruction

2, Replace mower drive belt

3 Replace idler pollay_

4 Replace blade mandrel

1 Place throttle control in "FAST" position

2 Shift to slower speed,

3 Allow grass to dry before mowing

4, Level mower deck

5 Check tires for proper air pressure

6 Replace/sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt

7 Clean underslde of mower tlouslng

8 Replace mower drive belt

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge down

f0 Replace with blades listed in this manuat

11, Clean around mandrals to open vent holes

Turn switch =ON"

2 Replace bulb(s)

3 Checldreplaca light switch

4 Check wiring and connections

5 Replace fuse

1, Replace battery

2 Chscldclean all connections

& Replace regulator.

4 Replace alternator

1 Move throttle control to "SLOW" position andallow

to Idlefor 30 seconds before stopping engine

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

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

more.

_CAUTION: Neverstorethetractorwith

/l _gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

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

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

clean, dry area.

o Clean entire tractor(See"CLEANING"in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual)_

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

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

° Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

°Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened.. Inspect moving parls for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

= After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

° To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see 'q'O

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

o After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals..

• Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

if battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAQE. 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. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

oDrain the fuel tank..

° Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

o Use fresh fuel next season_

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable 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 mix ratio 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 carburetor4f using fuel stabilizer,

ENGINE OUL

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

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual)_

CYLINDERS

o Remove spark plug(s).

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

cylinder(s)..

o Turn ignition 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.

o Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rusL

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems

o If 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 EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM

SERVICE NOTES

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

SCHEMATIC

RBO

BATTERY

BLACK

RED

I STARTER

Y A

WHITE

FUSE 30 AMP,

'O_

I;i

_ft ....... J

(PEDAL UP) u

BLACK

BLUE

..... J

SOLENOID

WHITE

WHITE _

, L I

---f BLACK

"--u,'o__

ATT'MENT CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

; _U ELIi

II 'z_" LINE i

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

ORANGE

IGNITION

UNIT

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

15 AMP BG @ 3600 RPM

i-_ REGULATOR

BLACK

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

"11[I_I........ 1}--{BLACK

L_ _ _,

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

_1 SPARK

PLUG

I _ GAP

I (2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL, ENGINES)

LLOW

28 VOLTS AG @ 3600 RPM

(REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION "MAKE"

OFF G + M + L NONE

RUN/LIGHT B + L A + Y

RUN B + L NONE

START B + L + S NONE

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH ASPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE,

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

BROWN

HEADLIGHTS

@ 0

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS /_'

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING,

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

ELECTRICAL

/ 25

,32

_31 30 !

RE PAURPARTS

TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917,258580

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144926

2 74760412

3 STD551025

4 STD551125

6 STD541025

7 769_J

8 7603J

9 109596X

10 145211

'11 150109

12 145769

16 153664

19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 136850

22 4152J

24 146148

25 146136

26 108824X

28 145491

29 121305X

30 140301

31 124211X

32 141226

33 109310X

40 156149

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 122822X

55 17490508

70 140426

Battery

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

Washer

Nut

Tube, Plastic

Tray, Battery

Clamp, Hose

Bolt, Btr. Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5

Holddown Btr. Front Mount

Nut, Push Nylon 1/4" Battery

Switcii Interlock Push-In

Washer, Lock

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC

Harness, Light Socket W/4152J

Bulb, Light

Cable, Battery

Cable Battery

Fuse

Cable, Ground

Switch, Plunger

Switch, Ignition

Nut, Ignition

Cover, Ignition Switch

Key, Ignition

Harness, Ignition

Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

Cover, Terminal

Solenoid

Nut, Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

Harness Engine Koh, Cmd-L 15 AR

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

119

125

115

3117

114

121

123

33 !0

140

118

114 117 3

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON

1 155051 Chassis

2 140356 Drawbar

3 17490812 Screw, ThdroL 3/8-16 x3/4 Type TT

6 155923 Saddle

8 126471X Clip, Fuel Line

9 145203 Dash, Plastic

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

11 145218 Panel, Dash, LH

13 145217 Panel, Dash, RH

17 136673X558 Hood Assembly

24 STD523710 Bolt

25 19131312 Washer 13/32x 13/18 x 12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Nut

28 136373X428 Grill

29 136374 Lens, Bar, Clear

30 140002X556 Fender

31 137113 Bracket Assembly, Fender

33 145244X558 Footrest, LH

34 145243X558 Footrest, RH

35 STD533707 Bolt

36 108067X Nut, Pal

38 139886 Bracket Assembly, Pivot, LH

39 139887 Bracket Assembly, Pivot, RH

44 140675 Fender Strap

47 105531X Nut, Push, Nylon

50 137304 Rod, Support Hood

59 110436X Bushing, Snap, Split

64 150272 Dash, Lower

66 156278X012 Plate, Dash

71 73640400 Nut

73 17580408 Screw Tap Tite 1/4-20 x 1/2

86 136670X558 Panel Assembly, RH

87 136671X558 Panel Assembly, LH

90 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

114 145349 Bracket, Support, Dash

115 121794X Cover, Access

117 144283 Washer Serrated Disk 13/32 x 1

119 19092016 Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

120 137271 Rivet, Ratchet, Female

121 137269 Washer, Nylon

122 137270 Rivet, Rachet, Male

123 157105 Bracket Weldment Pivot Hood LH

124 157107 Bracket Weldment Pivot Hood RH

125 74180412 Screw, Machine 1/4-20 x 3/4

118 145595 Bracket, Clutch, Mech. Srs. YT 95

140 158418 Bracket Suspension Front

- - 5479J Plug Btn. BIk 359 Dia. Ch/Info

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR" -MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

DRIVE

70 _'_6

18 113 121

51 5

42 ,--_

39 _._

52 6

62 35

511

REPAURPARTS

TRACTOR =-MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 ...... Transaxle,(See Breakdown) 52 STD541431

Peerless, Model Number 930-057A 53 105710X

2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 55 105709X

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 56 STD523712

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 57 130801

5 121520X Strap, Torque 58 127274X

6 17490512 Screw, Thd. ROllo 5/16-18 x 3/4 59 140312

8 141002 Lever, Shift 61 17490612

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 62 8883R

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 63 140186

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Grade 8 64 71170764

14 STD551125 Washer 65 STD551143

15 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 66 154778

18 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8_16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 70 156470

19 STD541437 Nut 72 19132012

21 106933X Knob 74 137057

22 130804 Rod, Brake 75 121749X

24 STD541237 Nut 76 STD581075

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 77 123583X

26 STD551037 Washer 78 121748X

27 STD561210 Pin 79 2228M

28 145204 Red, Parking Brake 80 145090

29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake, Red 81 145092

30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 82 123782X

31 127275X Keeper, Belt, L.H_ 83 19171216

32 STD523107 Bolt 84 145643

34 155071 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 85 150360

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 86 71208

36 STD551062 Washer 87 19212016

37 STD571810 Roll Pin 88 12000008

38 123674X Pulley, Idler, Flat 89 139991

39 STD523727 Bolt 90 124346X

40 4470J Spacer, Split .395 x.59 96 STD624003

41 154777 Keeper, Belt, Idler 112 19091210

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 113 I27285X

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 116 72110610

48 154604 Bellcrank Assembly 118 154774

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 121 154419

50 STD523715 Bolt

51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC

Nut Crown Lock 5/16_18 UNC

Link, Clutch

Spring, Clutch Return

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

V-Belt, Ground Drive

Keeper, Belt, R.H.

Keeper, Belt, Center Span

Screw, Thd., Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine, F-Proof

Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.Ho

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge

Spacer, Axle

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

E-Ring

Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865

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

Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4

Arm, Shift

Shaft Assembly

Spring, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Tie Rod

Nut, Lock Center 1/4-28 FNTHD

Bushing, Pivot

Washer

E-Ring

Console, Shift, 6 Speed

Nut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc Cad

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

Strap Torque LT

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.25

Spacer Bellcrank

Nyliner Clutching STL

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,258580

STEERING ASSEMBLY

,"÷,_-"-'-'3B

i ....... t ._.__J iI_ ]

L:- "'"-'_36

REPAgR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121472X

2 154427

3 154422

4 154423

56266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

12 STD541350

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156543

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

22 71200410

23 127501

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

31 138171

32 130465

36 145207

37 152927

38 126805X

39 100712K

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 '140216

43 121749X

45 106933X

46 121232X

47 6855M

48 146841

49 131291

52 106451X

53 STD541437

62 156595

65 154780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

Steering Wheel

Axle Asm. STMP Dropped STL

Spindle Assembly, LH

Spindle Assembly, RH

Searing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/6 x 16 Gauge

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Searing

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Nut

Bearing Axle STLT/GT

Locknut, Hex, Jam, w/Washer Insert

5/8-11 UNC

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Washer, Shim 1/4 x5/8 x _062

Screw, Hex Socket 1/4-20 x 5/8

Shaft Assembly, Pittman

Bracket, Steering

Bushing Link Drag BIk.

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

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

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Ca&

Bracket, PvL Man.. CL Lvr V2 Sears

Tie Rod

Bushing, Steering

Screw "FT"#10-32 5 3/8 Flange

Insert, Cap, Steering Wheel

Washer 53 x 2.25 x .160

Nut, Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf

Adapter, Steering Wheel

Column, Steering

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Knob, Custom Rd

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Lever Asm Clutch Mwr Srs. YT GE

Link Clutch w/Nibs 5.688 Zinc

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC Gr.2

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Kit, Steering Assembly

Spacer Axle

Bearing Axle STLT/GT

Bolt Fin Hex 5/8-11 Uric x 2-3/4

Brace Axle

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAaR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

ENGINE

32 31

J34

40 _33 29

39 41

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

"1 134265

2 17720410

4 159420

14 13280328

15 13200300

16 STD551231

23 156123

29 137180

31 151346

32 152334

33 123487X

34 106082X

35 17490512

37 8543R

38 ---

39 109227X

40 3645J

41 139277

62 STD551131

77 19101216

79 M740108025

80 74760508

81 128861

Control, Throttle

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting

1/4-20 x 5/8

Engine (See Breakdown) Kohl Model No.

CV15S Type No PS-43509

Muffler

Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2

Elbow, Standard 90,3/8-18 NPT

Locl_vasher 5/16

Shield, Browing

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, w/Gauge

Clamp, Hose

Pad Spacer 1 x 1 x 1 BIk.

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tyt

Line, Fuel

Plug, Oil Drain

(Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Pad Idler 1.75 x .75 x .06

Bushing

Stem, Tank, Fuel

Lockwasher 5/16

Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

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

Nut Flange 1/4-20 UNC Starter Nut

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

REPAaR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917,258580

SEAT ASSEMBLY

116 25

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1140123

2 140551

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

10 155925

11 120068X

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050411

15 134300

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Clip Push-In

Nut

Spring, Seat

Pan, Seat

Knob, Seat

Bracket, Switch Mounting

Bushing, Snap, Nylon

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8

Spacer, Split

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

16 121250X

17 123976X

18 124238X

21 153236

22 STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

27 1T490608

28 150176

Spring 5

Nut, Flangelock 1/4 Grade

Cap, Spring, Seai

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC-2A

Nut

Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Screw ThdroL 3/8-16 x 1/2

Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 w/Sems

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

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -= MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

DECALS

13 18 6 3 7

816 7

\10

-- 23

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156834

2 156787

3 146705

4 '146706

5 151400

6 133644

7 138048

8 142241

9 146709

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146046

13 151452

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Operating Instruction

Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 Polo

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH

Decal, Grille

Decal, Maintenance

Decal, Side Panel

Decal, Pnl, Side Kohler Command

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, Chassis 46 Sp Sr& Polo

KEY

NO.

PART

NO,

139346

159408

133179

146710

138047

15o333

140837

106202X

149516

138311

145247

145245

157077

157078

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal Ins. Hood

Decal, Mower Q-C System

Decal, Insert Strg

Decal, Battery

Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs.

Decal Brake Parking Saddle

Reflector, Taillight

Decal, Battery Danger/Poison Eng

Acme

Decal, Handle Lift Height Adj.

Fastener Pop-in Footrest

Decal, Pad Footrest

Manual, Owner's (Eng)

Manual, Owners (Span)

WHEELS &TIRES

2_5,8 4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

159192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X427

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X427

9 122082X

10 7152J

11 104757X

-- 144334

Cap, Valve, Tire

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

Rim Assembly, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim Assembly, Rear

Tire, Rear

Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

Cap, Axle

Sealant, Tire (10 oz,. Tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

MOWER LIFT

36 5

2524 23

13---_

2O 15 2O

1718 20

REPAgR PARTS

TRACTOR =-MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

MOWER LIFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 136971

2136968

3 138284

4 12000002

5 19211621

6120183X

7 125631X

8 122365X

10 122512X

11 139865

12 139866

13 STD624008

15 127218

16 73350800

17 130171

18 73800800

19 139868

20 STD624008

23 110807X

24 '19131016

25 STD580907

26 STD560907

27 137167

28 73350600

29 138057

30 150233

31 140302

32 73540600

36 155097

37 123935X

38 17490512

40 19112410

41 123934X

49 145212

50 110452X

Wire Asm., Inner w/plunger

Shaft Asm Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga

Bearing Nyton

Grip Handle Fluted

Button, Plunger

Spring Cprsn

Link Lift Lh

Link Lift Rh

Retainer Spring

Link Front

Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric

Trunnion BIk Zinc

Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Arm Suspension Rear

Spring Retainer

Nut Special

Washer 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga

Spring"

Pin Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod Adjust Lift

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uric

Knob Infinite 3/8-16 Unc Black

Trunnion Dp Stop Dbt Thds Pit

Bearing PvL Lift Spherical

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Pointer, Height Indicator

Plug, Hole

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Gauge

Scale, Height Indicator

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut Push Phos & Oil

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAnRPARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

MOWER DECK

83 77

116

76 78

117

119

21 22

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 156948

3 138457

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 152443

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X

18 140329

18 STD633106

19 132827

20 145055

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 157788

28 19111016

29 131491

30 138776

31 129963

32 153531

33 137266

34 144945

35 17490628

36 STD551037

37 131494

38 156086

39 144917

40 137273

41 17490620

42 122052X

43 144949

44 133943

45 145059

46 137729

47 144959

48 158818

49 STD541437

50 72110612

51 153390

DeckAsm., Mower 46" 52 156493

Bracket Asm. Sway Bar 53 19131312

Retainer Spring 54 STD523710

Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 55 72140608

Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gro 8 58 156488

Washer, Lock Hvy. Unplated 3/8 59 157034

Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 60 156722

Vented 61 139888

Blade, 46" Mower Deck 62 131870

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 63 156473

67 STD523107

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 68 156487

(Includes Key No. 12)

Housing, Mandrel 69 73350600

Bearing, Bail, Mandrel 70 142028

Stripper, Mower Round 71 133551

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 73 STD561210

Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 74 156474

Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 75 127847

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 76 154808

Stiffiner, Bracket 77 127845

Bracket, Deflector 78 127498

79 153701

Cap, Sleeve 80 121748X

Spring, Torsion, Deflector

Nut, Push 81 12000029

Shield, Deflector Mower 82 STD624003

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 83 129803

85 STD551t37

Rod, Hinge

Screw, Hex Head, Thdroll 86 158565

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 87 158373

Pulley, Mandrel 92 STD541437

Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 101 145579

102 71161010

Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16x 1-3/4 Tytt 103 10071000

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 G& 104 19061216

Pulley, Idler, Flat 105 130758

Keeper, Belt, Idler 106 2029J

Pulley, Idler, Driven 116 137644

117 133957

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent

Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt 118 73930600

Spacer, Retainer 119 19121414

Arm, Idler Secondary 126 156472

Washer, Hardened 127 146763

Cover, Mandrel Deck - - - 156948

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

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V_Beit, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crowniock 3/8-16 UNC - -- 143651

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Washer, Felt

Pulley, Idler, Flat, 46 PrL Drive

Washer, 13/32 x 13/'16 x 12 Ga

Bolt, Fin. Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

Bolt, RDHD Sqnk. 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Link, Brake 46" Mech

Guide, Belt 46" Mower

Arm Assm. Brake 46"

Belt, Shoulder 5/16-18 Type TT

Spring Return

Bracket, Clutch Rod Pivot

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

Rod, Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion, Adj 94

Rod, Pivot with Nibs

Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

Link, Clutch 46" Mech.

Arm, Clutch Secondary

Lever, Assm. Clutch Primary

Keeper, Spring

Bushing, .747 OD. x .794 ID.

Spring, Mower Clutch

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

Ring, Clip

Retainer Spring 1"

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 Unc

Washer Lock Hvy HCLC Spr. 3/8

Bolt Cam SH 3/8-16 x 2.0 Gr.. 5

Bracket, Extension

Locknut, Hex, w/Insert 3/8-16 UNC

Cover, Mulching

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

Latch Asm Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, CenterIock 3/8-16 UNC

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

Arm, Idler, Deck 46" Mech.

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25

Deck Complete (St& Deck-Order

separately mulcher plate and gauge

wheel components Key Nos. 101-

106 and 116-118)

Mandrel Assm. Service

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U& inches

1 inch = 2&4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER P930-057A

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE -MODEL NUMBER P930-057A

REF PART REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 772108A Cover, Transaxle 43 792075

2 780086A Bearing, Needle 44 790025

3 770102A Case, Transaxle 45 786066

4 776260A Shaft, Counter 46 786086

5 776219B Shaft and Pinion Assembly, Output 47 774690

6 778139 Gear, Output, 35 Teeth 48 774691

7 778'136 Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth, Steel 49 778215

8 792136A Key, Shift 50 778125

8A 792047 Key, Woodruff 51 778124A

9 784352 Collar, Shifter 52 778123A

10 784355 Rod and Fork Assembly, Shift 53 778122A

11 778229 Gear, Bevel, 42Teeth 54 778273

12 778113A Bevel Pinion, Input 56 778230

13 778221 Gear, Bevel, 16Teeth 57 778151

14 778068 Gear, Bevel Pinion 58 778126A

15 778260 Gear, Ring 59 778127A

17 786139 Pin, Drive 60 778128A

•18 786102 Spacer, Neutral 61 778163

20 792077 Ball, Steel 5/16" diameter 65 780109

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8-16 x 3/8 66 776135

22 792079 Spring 67 776315A

23 788061 Ring, Seal 68 786116A

25 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex,Head, Thread 69 780051

Forming 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 70 786118

26 792125 Ring, Retainer . 71 788069

(4 Required, Package of 2) 72 792165

27 792035 Ring, Retainer 72A 788091

28 788040 Ring, Retainer 76 780090

29 780072 Washer, Thrust 77 788078A

30 780108 Washer, Thrust

31 780001 Washer 79 792144

32 792001 "O" Ring 81 786081

33 788095 Seal, Square Cut

34 780105A Bushing, Flanged 82 786082

35 780118A Bushing, Flanged 83 786123

36 790003 Disk, Brake 90 788067B

37 790007 Plate, Brake Pad 103 792166

38 799021 Pad, Brake (Package of 2) 104 792167

39 786026 Pin, Dowel 150 788093

40 792076A Washer, Flat 900 794602

41 790079 Lever, Brake

42 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread

Forming 1/4-20 x 1-1/4

42A 792085A Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1J4

Locknut 5/16-24

Holder, Brake Pad

Spacer

Bracket, Brake Lever

Axle 11-5/16" long

Axle 16-1/2" long

Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth, Steel (1.,)

Gear, Spur, 35 Teeth (2_,.'_)

Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth (3.)

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (4.)

Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth (5_)

Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth, Steel (6)

Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth, Steel (1.,)

Gear, Spur, t5 Teeth (2°.)

Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth (3_,)

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (4-)

Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth (5.)

Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth (6_)

Washer, Thrust

Shaft, Input

Shaft, Brake, 4 Keyed

P_ug

Washer, Thrust

Spacer

Square Cut Ring

Plug, Threaded 9/16-18

"O" Ring

Washer, Thrust

Ring, Retaining, Inverted

(Package of 2)

Spring, Brake

Chain, Roller

(Number 41 Chain, 24 Links)

Sprocket, 9 Teeth (Reverse)

Sprocket, 18 Teeth (Reverse)

Grease, Bentonite, 32 Ounce Bottle

Screw 1/4-20 x 2

Locknut 1/4-20

Gasket Eliminator (Loctite #515)

Replacement Transaxle

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

1 inch = 26,4 mm

Parts must be ordered from Tecumseh Products Co.

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.25858G

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER !

......... CRA,KC_SEI .............

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CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NOo DESCRIPTION

Lifter, valve (2)

Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3-17)

Rod, push !2)

Gasket, cylinder head

Valve, intake (Std.)

Valve, intake (.25)

Valve, exhaust (Std.)

Valve, exhaust (.25)

Plug, allen hd_ pipe 1/8

Cylinder Head

Arm, rocker (2)

Pivot, rocker arm (2)

Screw, hex. flange M6xIOx34 (2)

Spring, valve (2)

Cap, valve spring (2)

Kit, retainer (2)

Washer, plain 13/32

Spacer, head bolt exhaust port

Screw, Rex flange M10x1.5x81 (5)

Clamp, hose (2)

Hose, breather

Screw, bex. flange M6xl.Ox20 (5)

Cover, valve w/nipple

Screw, hex flange M5x0.Sxl0

Retainer, breather reed

Reed, breather

1 12 351O2

2 12 755 63

3 12 411 01

4 12 041 10

5 12 017 01

1201702

6 1201601

1201602

7 X-75-23

8 12 318 19

9 25 186 01

10 12 599 03

11 M-0640034

12 12 089 01

t3 12 173 01

14 12 75503

15 12 468 05

16 12 112 13

17 12 086 15

18 X-426-9

19 12 326 03

20 M-0645020

21 12 096 07

22 M-0545010

23 12 018 01

24 12 402 02

1 12 032 03 Seal, crankshaft

2 Block, cylinder (Use Short Block 12 522 18)

3 12 445 02 Strap, lifting

4 M-0839025 Screw, hex. flange MSxl 25x25

5 12 380 17 Dowel, locating (4)

6 12 755 49 Kit, camshaft (includes 7-8)

712 089 18 Spring, actuating

8 12 422 08 Shim, camshaft- blue

12 422 09

12 422 10

12 422 11

12 422 12

12 422 13

12 422 07

12 144 19

12 874 07

12 874 08

12 674 09

12 018 02

12 108 07

12 108 08

12108 09

12 067 05

12 067 06

12 380 01

12 043 05

M-0631005

12 144 02

52139 09

12 755 64

12 144 24

X-25-102

12 032 01

SM-0631015

12 154 05

Shim, camshaft/A R/red

Shim, camshaft ,," yellow

Shim, camshaft/A: RI/green

Shim, camshaft ,, gray

Shim, camshaft/AiRRi/b'ack

Shim, camshaft white

Shaft, balance

Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)

(Includes 11-12)

Piston w/Ring Set (25)

Piston w/Ring Set (50)

Retainer, piston pin (2)

Ring Set (Std)

Ring Set (25)

Ring Set (..50)

Connecting Rod (Std)

Connecting Rod (.25)

Pin, governor regulating

Gear, governor assembly

Washer, plain 6mm

Shaft, governor gear

Plug, cup

Kit, gev cross shaft w/clip

(Includes 20,24)

Shaft, governor cross

washer, plain 1/4

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer, plain 6mm

Clip, hitch pin

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IGNITION/ELECTRICA L

BLOWER HOUSING. .....'ANDBAFFLES

REPABR PARTS

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KOHLER ENGINE = MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12 086 14 Screw, hex. flange MIOx1.5x46

2 12 468 03 Washer, plain 3/8

3 24 162 03 Screen, grass

4 M-0639016 Screw, hex.. flange M6x1_Ox16 (6)

5 12 11201 Spacer, fan (4)

6 1215703 Fan

7 41 403 99 Regulator, rectifier

6 X-22-11 Washer, lock (2)

9 236602 Connector

10 X-42-15 Key

11 12 025 35 Flywheel

12 41 155 02 Connector (4 contact)

13 M-0548025 Screw, hex, cap M5x0.8x25 (2)

14 24 085 01 Staler assembly- 15 amp

15 12 132 02 Spark Plug

16 X-728-1 Clip, cable (2)

17 M-0545010 Screw, hex, flange M5xO_Txl0 (2)

18 12 584 07 Module, ignition

19 12 452 02 Terminal

20 12 086 35 Screw, hex, socket M5x0.8x20 (2)

21 M-9461013 Screw, pan head M42x13 (2)

22 12 584 06 Module, speed advance

NOT ILLUSTRATED

25 518 29 Lead

25 518 05 Lead

12 176 31 Harness

X-25-5 Washer, plain 5/16"

1 M-0545010

2 24468 10

3 1214607

4 M-0645020

5 24 096 05

6 220534

7 12 027 84

812 063 05

9 25 154 02

10 SM-0545020

11 M-0545015

12 1206308

13 1206301

Screw, hex flange M5xO_8xlO (8)

Washer, plain 1/4

Plate, blower housing

Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x20

Cover, pinion

Washer, plain 5/16 (2)

Houstng, blower

Baffle, intake side

Cllp, mounting (3)

Screw, hex flange MSx0Bx20 (3)

Screw, hex. flange MSx1.0x16 (2)

Baffle, cylinder head

Baffle, cylinder

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 25341 03

2 1209624

3 1208308

4 121OO01

5 1208305

6 12 032 10

7 1209412

8 12 072 03

9 1208601

10 12 041 02

NOT ILLUSTRATED

1211353

DESCRIPTION

Knob, air cleaner cover

Cover, air cleaner

Precleaner, element

Wing Nut

Element, air cleaner (Includes 6)

Seal

Base, air cleaner (Includes 8-9)

Stud M6x1.0x75

Screw, hex cap #10 Hi-Lo thread

forming (2)

Gasket, air cleaner

Decal, air cleaner

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509

STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NOo DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

M-0839070 Screw, hex flange M8x1..25x70 (2)

25 099 05 Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) 1 12 079 07

12 755 54 Kit, drive end 2 12 237 01

12 227 06 Cap, drive end 3 M-0664020

12 t70 05 Armature 4 M-0545016

12 221 01 Kit, brush & spring 5 12 536 10

12 227 13 Cap, commutator and

12 211 01 Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4-5/8 (2) 6 M-0443020

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 1203801

225 755 13

3 1215303

4 1215302

51212304

6 SM-0545020

7 1215301

8 25 152 07

9 12 096 03

10 M-0548016

11 25 46209

12 X-75-2

13 1205001

14 X-75-10

15 1239301

16 1215306

17 1209634

18 M-0545016

19 12 032 03

20 24 086 16

7 1208911

8 12 089 23

9 1208924

10 1275563

11 121O007

12 52211 04

13 12 090 26

14 25 158 11

15 1207901

15 2515808

21 24 086 17

22 1219938

DESCRIPTION

Dipstick assembly (Includes 2-3)

Kit, oil fllt cap (Includes 3)

O-Rtng, oil fill cap

O-Ring, upper oi/fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x20

O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

Screen, oil pickup

Cover, oil pickup screen

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sx16

Valve, oil pressure relief

Plug, pipe

Filter, oil

Plug, sq_hd. solid 3/8

Pump, oil assembly

O-Ring, oil pump cover

Cover, oil pump

Screw, hsxo flange M5x0.8x16 (3)

Seal, oil (P.T.O end)

Screw, hsx. flange

MSxl.25x45 (11)

Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x45

Pan, oil

Linkage, choke

Clamp, cable

Screw, lobed socket M6xL0x20 (2)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0_Sx16

Control, speed assembly

(includes 6,6,9?)

Screw, pan head M4x0.7x20

Spring, speed control (2)

Spring, choke return

Spring, governor

Kit, governor lever (Includes 11-13)

Nut, hex flange M6xl.0

Bolt, round head

Lever, governor

Bushing, throttle linkage

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, linkage retaining

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.258580

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS43509

FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO_ DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Kit, float

Kit, carburetor repair

Gasket, carburetor

Gasket, air cleaner

Gasket, bowl

Gasket, bowl screw

Seal, solenoid

Kit, solenoid

Gasket, bowl screw

1 M-0641060 Nut, hex flange M6xl.0 (2) 1 12 014 37

2 X-25-63 Washer, plain 1/4 2 12 139 01

3 X-22-11 Washer, star 1/4

4 M-0629122 Stud MSx1.0x122 (2) EXHAUST

5 12 853 83 Kit, carburetor w/gasket

(Includes 6,7,8 qty 1) KEY PART

6 12 041 02 Gasket, air cleaner NO. NO,

7 12 053 83 Carburetor assembly

(For information only not 1 M-0829033

available separately) 2 12 041 03

8 12 041 01 Gasket, carburetor (2) 3 M-0841080

9 12 265 04 Deflector, heat 4 12 126 11

10 47 154 01 Clip, cable 5 12 445 06

11 X-426-9 Clamp, hose (6) 6 M-0645025

12 52 353 22 Line, fuel 12" 12 522 18

13 25 050 02 Filter, fuel 12 755 82

14 25 155 02 Connector, 90° hose

15 12 559 01 Kit, fuel pump w/gaskets

(Includes 16-18)

16 12 11205 Spacer, fuel pump

17 25 041 09 Gasket, fuel pump (2)

18 M-0645020 Screw, hex flange M6xl.0x20 (2)

19 X-380-1 Connector, straight hose

20 12 353 01 Line, fuel 1-1/4"

21 12 123 19 Line, metal fuel

22 M-0545010 Screw, hex flange M5x08xl0

23 12 154 01 Clamp, fuelline

24 12 431 01 Sleeve, insulating

25 12 313 01 Grommet, fuel line

26 12 353 10 Line, fuel2-1/2"

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12 757 02

12 757 03

12 041 01

12 041 02

12 041 05

12 041 06

12 032 06

12 757 09

12 041 06

DESCRIPTION

Crankshaft (includes 2)

Plug, cup

DESCRIPTION

Stud M8x1.25x33 (2)

Gasket, exhaust manifold

Nut, hex flange M8xl 25 (2)

Bracket, muffler

Strap, lifting

Screw, hex flange M6xl 0x25 (2)

Short Block

Gasket Set

,ill

SERVmCE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- I

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

S_E/A/ S

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.258580

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)

:OR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

16.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

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 seal

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 Re-

tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING iNFORMATION;

• PRODUCT- TRACTOR

°MODEL NUMBER -917.258580

°ENGINE MODEL NO. -CV16S - PS43509

•PART NUMBER

oPART DESCRIPTION

You_ 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

157077 1_16.97 BW Printed in USA.

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