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Owner's

Manual

I:RI:IFTSMI:IN
14.5 HP

ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270530

• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

For answers to your questions

Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.

about this product, Call:

1-800 -659 -5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman

website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ...............................................
Safety Rules ..........................................
Product Specifications
..........................
Assembly
..............................................
Operation ............................................
Maintenance
Schedule ......................

LIMITED

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

Maintenance

2
2
5
7
10
16

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

Service and Adjustments .................... 20
Storage ...............................................
26
Troubleshooting
.................................
27
Repair Parts ........................................
32
Parts Ordering .....................
Back Cover

ON CRAFTSMAN

RIDING

EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is
maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's
manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in
material or workmanship.
This Warranty does not cover:
• 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 commemial or rental purposes.
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding
equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the
battery 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

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.
GENERAL

people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

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 objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other

lutely 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.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.
CHILDREN

• Data indicates that operators, age 60
years and above, are involved in a
large percentage of riding mowerrelated injuries. These operators
should evaluate their ability to operate
the riding mower safely enough to
protect themselves and others from
serious injury.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to lossof-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 it.
DO:

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible
adult.
• Be alert and turn machine
dren enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fair off
and be seriously injured or interfere
with safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.

• 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 hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments.
These can change
the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
DO NOT:
• Do notturn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

off if chil-

• Use extra care when approaching
blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other
objects that may obscure vision.
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 fuet
with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• 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
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components
and replace with
manufacturer's
recommended
parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing
them.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),
not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the s_ope.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
btades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
• If machine stops while going uphill,
disengage
blades, shift into reverse
and back down slowly.
• Do nottum on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers
or children
even with the blades off.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere
with safe machine operation.
• 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.

_CAUTION:
Tow only the attachments
that are recommendedby
and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of your
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
Operate only at the lowest possible speed
when on a stope. Too heaw of a toad, while
on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose
traction with the ground and cause you to
lose control of your tractor.

_Look
for this symbol to point ouut!mportant saTety precautions. It means L,AUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_CAUT|ON:
In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark ptug wire and place wire
where it cannot contact spark plug.

_,WARNING:
The enqine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

,_CAUTION:
Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

PRODUCT

MAINTENANCE

SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY
AND TYPE:

1.25 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

91LTYPE

SAE 30(ABOVE
SAE 5W-30

API-SF/SG/SH):

(Below
31L CAPACITY:
;PARK PLUG:
GAP: .030")

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is
available on this product. Contact your
nearest Sears store for details.
CUSTOMER

32°F

3.0 PINTS
CHAMPION
RJ19LM OR J19LM
INTAKE:

CLEARANCE:

EXHAUST:.009"-.011"

nance" and "Storage"
owner's manual.

1ST

1.1

2ND

1.4

3RD

2.2

4TH

3.4

5TH

4.3

6TH
REVERSE:

5.5
1.7

FIRE
=RESSURE:

FRONT:
REAR:

14 PSI
12 PSI

3HARGING
_YSTEM:

3AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

3AI-FERY:

AMP/HR:
25
MIN. CCA:
190
CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT
TORQUE:

27-35 FT. LBS

CONGRATULATIONS
of a Craftsman Tractor.

sections of this

.005"-.007"
WARNING:
This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered,
brushcovered or grass-covered 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

SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH):

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

32°F)

VALVE

GROUND

AGREEMENT

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).

on your purchase
It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured
to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact
your nearest Sears Authorized Service
Center. We have competent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to
service or repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

Steering

Wheel

Steering
Wheel Insert

@
(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

_
'

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

Steering
Extension

Steering Wheel
I

Steering
Boot

Adapter

Shaft

Seat

(1) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge
_(1)

Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

(1) Shoulder
Bolt 5/16-18

Video Cassette

F-]

Slope Sheet

-"1

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. Review the video cassette before

you begin.
TOOLS REQUIRED
ASSEMBLY

FOR

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock
washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten
securely.
• Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
• Remove protective materials from
tractor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT:
Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.

A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.
(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 1/2" wrench
(1) 5/16" wrench

(1) Pliers
(1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure
gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating
position (seated behind the steering
wheel).
TO REMOVE
CARTON
UNPACK

TRACTOR

FROM

CARTON

ASSEMBLE
BOOT

Steering Whe

Adapter _
_..."
Locknut
Lower
Steering _

WHEEL

EXTENSION

STEERING

Extension
Shaft

TRACTOR

SHAFT

Shaft

AND

._'" _
5/16 Hex
."- - _-{.L
Bolt
/
,,_ ":-'_- - ",
,,_-_

L "HOWTO

Tighten securely.
• Place tabs of steering boot over tab
slots in dash and push down to
secure.
• Position

Steering Boot

• Slide extension shaft onto lower
steering shaft. Align mounting holes
in extension and lower shafts and
install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

INSTALL

3/8-24 Locknut
Flat Washer

Washe_

BEFORE REMOVING
FROM SKID
STEERING

Steering Wheel
Insert

...,_'__l__Large
3/8 Lock/_F_--_..._

• Remove all accessible loose parts
and parts cartons from carton.
• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on
all four corners of carton, and lay
panels flat.
• Check for any additional loose parts
or cartons and remove.

ATTACH

CHECK

SET UPYOUR

"'-_

,' -

slots

TRACTOR

BATTERY

• Lift seat pan to raised position and
open battery box door.
• If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label
(label located between terminals)
charge battery for minimum of one
hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in
Maintenance
section of this manual for

WHEEL

front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.
• Remove steering wheel adapter from
steering wheel and slide adapter onto
steering shaft extension.
• Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapter.

charging

instructions).

TO ROLL
Se
Bafle_

Label

Box

SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.
• Remove adjustment knob and flat
washer securing seat to cardboard
packing and set aside for assembly of
seat to tractor.
• Pivot seat upward and remove from
the cardboard packing. Remove the
cardboard packing and discard.
• Place seat on seat pan and assemble
shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt
securely.
• Assemble adjustment
knob and flat
washer loosely.
Do not tighten.
• Lower seat into operating position and
sit on seat.
• Slide seat untila 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
knob securely.

adjustment

Seat

Shoulder
Bolt

(See

OFF SKID

and

• Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
• Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake
pedal.
• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
position.
• Roll tractor forward off skid,

INSTALL

TRACTOR

Operation
section for location
function
of controls)

Seat Pan

Flat Washer
Adjustment
Knob

• Remove banding holding
guard up against tractor.
TO DRIVE

TRACTOR

discharge

OFF SKID

(See Operation
section for location
and function
of controls)
_k WARNING:
Before starting, read,
understand and follow all instructions in
the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated
area.
Be sure the area in front of tractor is
clear of other people and objects.
• Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been completed.
• Check engine oil level and fill fuel
tank with gasoline.
• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake
pedal and set
the parking brake.
• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
• Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
• Start the engine. After engine has
started, move throttle control to idle
position,
• Depress clutch/brake
pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold, Move
gearshift lever to 1st gear.
• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.
• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place gearshift lever in
neutral position.
• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.
Continue with the instructions that
follow.

NOTE:
You may now roll or drive your
tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate
instruction below to remove the tractor from
the skid.

/ CHE CKL IS T

CHECKTIREPRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important
for best cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER
OF ALL BELTS

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

POSITION

•/ 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

See the figures that are shown for
replacing motion and mower blade drive
belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify that the
belts are routed correctly.

CHECK DECKLEVELNESS

tightened securely.
•/ All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated
at the factory).
•/ Be sure mower deck is properly
leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear
for

For best cutting results, mower housing
should be properly leveled. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments
manual.

THE FOLLOWING

section of this

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
,/Check
mower and drive belts. Be sure

After you learn how to operate your
tractor, check to see that the brake is
properly adjusted.
See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
,I Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR
TRACTOR,
PAY EXTRAATTENTION
TO
THE FOLLOWING
IMPORTANT
ITEMS:
4' Engine oil is at proper level.
,,f 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.

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

supplied with the product.

BATTERY

CAUTION OR
WARNING

REVERSE

ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

UNLOCKED

N
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

ATTACHMENT
IGNITION

FORWARD

FAST

HIGH

LOW

KEEP AREA CLEAR

SLOW

t
MOWER LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S
YOUR TRACTOR

MANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPERATING

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Attachment
Ammeter

Clutch Lever

Ignition Switch
ht Switch

Plunger
ThrotUe/Choke
Attachment
Lift Lever

ClutctVBrakq
Pedal

Height
Indicator

Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever /

Our tractors

ATTACHMENT

conform

CLUTCH

to the safety standards of the American
Institute.
LEVER

- Used

National Standards

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting
and stopping the engine.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to
release attachment lift lever when
changing its position.
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on
and off.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

to engage the mower blades, or other
attachments mounted to your tractor.
ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER - Used to
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck
or other attachments
mounted to your
tractor.
CLUTCWBRAKE
PEDAL - Used for
declutching and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT
LEVER - Selects the speed
and directidn of tractor.

clutch/brake pedal into the brake
position.
THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROL - Used
for starting and controlling engine speed.
AMMETER
- Indicates battery charging
(+) or discharging (-).

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 spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

NOTE:

TO SET PARKING

slow position and allowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire".

BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped 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.
• 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.
Attachment Clutch Lever
"Engaged" Position
Control

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT:
Leaving the ignition
switch in any position other than "OFF"
will cause the battery to be discharged,
(dead).
NOTE:
Under certain conditions when
tractor is standing idle with the engine
running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when
stopping tractor on grass areas.

_]I_CAUTION:
Always stop tractor
completely, as described above, before
leaving the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.

'Disengaged"
Position

Brake
Pedal

Parking
Brake
"Engaged"
Position

TO USE THROTTLE

• Full throttle offers the best bagging
and mower performance.

"Disengaged"
Position

TO MOVE FORWARD
BACKWARD

STOPPING
MOWER

BLADES

DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/
brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.
• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)
position.
ENGINE

AND

The direction and speed of movement is
controlled by the gearshift lever.
• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal
depressed and gearshift lever in
neutral (N) position.
• Move gearshift lever to desired
position.
• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.
IMPORTANT:
Bring tractor to a complete
stop before shifting or changing gears.
Failure to do so will shorten the useful
life of your transaxle.

• To stop mower blades,move
attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"
position.
GROUND

CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.
• Operating engine at less than full
throttle reduces the battery charging
rate.

Gearshift
Lever
"Brake"
Position

Failure to move throttle control to

• Move throttle control to slow position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT
The position of the attachment lift lever
determines the cutting height.
• Grasp lift lever.
• Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are
measured from the ground to the blade
tip with the engine not running. These
heights are approximate
and may vary
depending
upon soil conditions,
height
of grass and types of grass 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 months.
For healthier and
better looking lawns, mow often and
after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance,
grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively
height.

high; the second

TO OPERATE

CAUTION:
Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do
not drive across any slope.
• Choose the slowest speed before
starting up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
• If stopping is absolutely necessary,
push clutch/brake pedal quickly to
brake position and engage parking
brake.
• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be
sure you have allowed room for tractor
to roll slightly as you restart movement,
• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• Make all turns slowly.

TOTRANSPORT
• Raise attachment lift to highest
position with attachment
lift control.
• When pushing or towing your tractor,
be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
position.
• 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.).

to desired

MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. Any attempt by
the operator to leave the seat with the
engine running and the attachment
clutch engaged will shut off the engine.
• Select desired height of cut.
• Start mower blades by engaging
attachment clutch control.
• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.
ACAUTION:
Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, on
mowers so equipped, or the discharge
guard in place.
Attachment Clutch Lever

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER
ATTACHMENTS
Tow only the attachments that are
recommended
by and comply with
specifications of the manufacturer of your
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control
of your tractor.

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"Engaged" Position
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LowPosition
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ON HILLS

BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
• The engine in your tractor has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled
with summer weight oil.
• Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.
• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe
clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw
cap tight, wait for a few seconds,
remove and read oil level. If neces-

TO START ENGINE
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.
• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set
parking brake.
• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.
• Move throttle control to choke position.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm
and cold starting procedures below.
• Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to "START" position and
release key as soon as engine starts.
Do not run starter continuously
for
more than fifteen seconds per minute.
If the engine does not start after
several attempts, move throttle control
to fast position, wait a few minutes and
try again. If engine still does not start,
move the throttle control back to the

sary, 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 Maintenance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.

ADDGASOLINE
• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline
will increase carbon and lead oxide

choke position and retry.

deposits and reduce valve life). Do
not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase
fuel in quantities that can be used
within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

WARM WEATHER
above)

STARTING

(50 ° F and

• When engine starts, move the throttle
control to the fast position.
• 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.

IMPORTANT:
When operating in
temperatures below 32°F(0°C),
use
fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to
help insure good cold weather starting.
A(_ 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 storage 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 Instructions
for additional information.
Never use

COLD WEATHER
below)

STARTING

( 50 ° F and

• When engine starts, allow engine
run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs
rough_y, then move throttle control to
fast position. This may require an
engine warm-up period from several
seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.
• 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 fuel mixture may need
to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent
damage may
occur.
_CAUTION:
Fill to bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.

MOWING
TIPS
• Tire chains cannot be used when the
mower housing is attached to tractor.
• 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 trimming.
• Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has been cut. Have
the cut area to the right of the tractor.
This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform
cutting.
• When mowing large areas, start by
turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two
rounds, mow in the opposite direction
making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and
possible fire hazard from dried
clippings.
Make first cut relatively
high; the second to the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet
grass will plug mower and leave
undesirable
clumps.
Allow grass to
dry before mowing.
• Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing
performance and proper discharge of
material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give
the mower cutting performance as well
as the quality of cut desired.
• When operatingattachments,
select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance of the
attachment being used.

J
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FILL

DATES
Check Brake Operation
Check _re Pressure

Check Operator Presence and
Interiock Systems

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T
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forLoose
Faeleners

Lubrication Chart

Check BattePJ Level

Clean Battery and Terminels

Check Transaxle Cooling

Iv'

Adjust B_ape Belt(s) Tension

II_s

Adjust Motion Drive Bait(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

I#ft2,:

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Clean
Rlter
Clean Air
AirScreen

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Inspect MuffledSperk Arrseter

Reple_,e
Oil Filte_
(if eo_ipped)
Clean
Engine
Cooling
Fins

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Replace Spad_ Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Carlddge

Replace Fuel Filter

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2 - Service more olten when operating in dire, or dusty cot*ditior_.
3 =If equ_ped with oil filter, change oil eve W 50 hours,

6 * Not requited if equipped w_th malrdent_ncI-fr ee balt_ry.
7 - Tighten front axle pivot bo_tto 35 ft,-It_, rm_mlum,

4 . Replace

GENERAL

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when

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loll.

RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty 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
•
•
•
•

DO not

Check engine oil level.
Check brake operation.
Check tire pressure.
Check operator presence and
interlock systems for proper operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.

_i_ti_ten.

LUBRICATION

CHART

Zerk

_Front Wheel
Beadng
Zerk

Beanng Zerk

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(_SAE OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL
(_REFER TO MAINTENANCE =ENGINE"
SECTION
IMPORTANT:
DO not oil or grease the
Civot points which have special nylon
earings. Viscous lubricants will attract
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of
the seif-lubdcatin_l beadngs, tf you feel
they must be lubncated, use only a dry,
powdered graphite type lubricant
16 sparingly.

"tRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when
performing
any maintenance.

• Install new or resharpened
blade with
trailing edge up towards deck as
shown.
IMPORTANT:
To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with
star on mandrel assembly.
• Reassemble
hex bolt, lock washer and
flat washer in exact order as shown.

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 Adjustments
section of
this manual).

• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).
IMPORTANT:
Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

TIRES

treated.

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual).
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or
insect control chemicals which can
harm rubber.

PRESENCE

Mandrel Assembly
Center
Hole

Flat Washer,
Lock Washer

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.
NOTE; To seal tire punctures and
prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire
sealant may be purchased from your
local parts dealer. Tire sealant also
prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR

Edge Up
Blade

_--Hex
Bolt (Grade)
*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified
by six lines on the bolt head.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced.
An unbalanced blade will
cause excessive vibration and eventual

SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock
systems are working properly.
If your
tractor does not function as described,
repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake
pedal is fully depressed
and attachement
clutch control is in

damage to mower and engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a
file 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, or a
cone balancer. (When using a cone
balancer, follow the instructions
supplied with balancer.)
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may
appear to be centered, but are not.
• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

the disengaged
position.
• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should never
operate unless the operator is in the
seat.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be

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.

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
BLADE REMOVAL
• Raise mower to highest position to
allow access to blades.
• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
washer securing blade.

5/8"

Center Hole

BATrERY
Your tractor has a battery charging
system which is sufficient for normal use.
However, periodic charging of the battery
with an automotive
charger will extend
its life.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour,
NOTE: The original equipment battery on
your tractor is maintenance free. Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or
covers, Adding or checking level of
electrolyte is not necessary.
TO CLEAN BATTERY

AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and
terminals can cause the battery to "leak"
power.
• Open battery box door.
• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.
• Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.
• Clean terminals and battery cable
ends with wire brush until bright.
• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS
section of this
manual).
V-BELTS

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.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32°F. Check your
engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running
low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one
year.
Check the crankcase

oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight
(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/
dipstick securely each time you check
the oil level.
TO CHANGE

ENGINE

OIL

Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API
service classification SF, SG or SH.
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
not to allow dirt to enter the engine
when changing oil.
• Remove drain plug.
• After oil has drained completely,
replace oil drain plug and tighten
securely.
• Refill engine with oil through oil fill
dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not
overfill. For approximate capacity see
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.
• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is
tightened securely for accurate
reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on
dipstick.
Fill Cap/
Dipstick

ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF, SG, or
SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
temperature.
SAE V_SCOSITY GRADES

, Oil Drain Plug

CLEAN AIR SCREEN
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 fibers.

ENGINE

COOLING

FINS

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on
flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,
replace cartridge.
• Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,
cover and secure with knob(s).
IMPORTANT:
Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge.
They may cause deterioration of the cartridge.
Do not oil cartridge.
Do not use pressurized air to clean or
dry cartridge.

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine
cooling fins to prevent engine damage
from overheating.
• Remove screws from blower housing
and lift housing and dipstick tube
assembly off engine.
• Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry
of dirt.
• Use compressed air or stiff bristle
brush te thoroughly clean engine
cooling fins.
• To reassemble, reverse above
procedure.
Screws

Blower Housing

Cover Knob -_

Cover

Screws
Foam

_--'_

Cartridge

Pre-Cleaner _ut
_-_ _,

_-Paper
Cartridge

Assembly

Base

MUFFLER

Plug
Engine Cooling

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

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation 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(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE
•
•
•
•

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"
section of this manual.
IN-LINE

PRE-CLEANER

The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes

Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.
Wash it in liquid detergent and water.
Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.
Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil.

• If very dirty or damaged,
cleaner.
• Reinstall
• Reinstall

replace

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.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

pre-

pre-cleaner
over cartridge.
cover and secure with

and clamps are properly positioned.
• Immediately wipe up any spilled
gasoline.

knob(s).
TO SERVICE

CARTRIDGE

• Remove cartridge nut.
• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
debris from entering carburetor.
Clean
base carefully to prevent debris from
entering carburetor.

FUEL FILTER

Clamp_'_amp

Fuel Filter_

CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels
free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend
using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

_LCAUTION:
Before performing any service or adjustments:
• 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.
Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.
TRACTOR
TO REMOVE MOWER
Mower will be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor.
• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
• Move attachment lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.
• Roll belt off engine pulley.
• Remove small retainer spring, and lift
clutch spring oft pulley bolt.
• Remove large retainer spring, slide
collar off and push housing guide out
of bracket.

• Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs.
• Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under
tractor.
IMPORTANT:
If an attachment other than
the mower deck is to be mounted on the
tractor, remove the front links and hook
the clutch spring Into square hole in
frame.
TO INSTALL MOWER
• Raise attachment lift lever to its
highest position.
• Slide mower under tractor with
discharge guard to right side of tractor.
• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring.
• Disconnect suspension arms from rear
deck brackets by removing retainer
springs.

Small Retainer Spring
Suspension

Arms ":' '"°

quare Hole

Clutch
Link
Retainer Sprin
Anti-Swa_
Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

Housing Guide
Large Retainer Spring

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway. Make sure
tiros are properly inflated (See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this
manual).
If tires are over or
underinflated, you will not properly
adjust your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE

ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.
• 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.
• 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".
• Recheck measurements after adjusting.
Bottom edge of
mower to ground

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance "D" directly in front
and behind the mandrel at bottom edge
of mower housing as shown.
• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are
equal in length.
Both links should be
approximately
10-3/8".
• If links are not equal in length, adjust
one 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 =P
against trunnion on both front links.
• To raise front of mower, Iooser_ nut "P
from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut "E" on both front links an
equal number of tums.
• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than roar, tighten nut "P
against trunnion on both front links.
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
.=\_

o oj

Mandrel

Bottom edge of
mower to ground

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut "P

FRONT-TO-BACK
ADJUSTMENT
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

Front Links'

its highest position.

TO REPLACE
DRIVE

MOWER

BLADE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be
replaced without tools. Park the tractor
on level surface. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL

• 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 authorized
service center/department.

• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

this manual).
• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idler pulleys.
• Pull belt away from mower.
BELT INSTALLATION

Nut "A"

• Install new belt in reverse order of
removal.
• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides.
• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.
Mandrel
Pulley Idler
Pulle

Jam Nut

- Operating
Arm

TO REPLACE

MOTION

DRIVE

Park the tractor on level surface.
Pulley

TO ADJUST

BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on
the right side of the transaxle.
if tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear, then brake must be
adjusted.
• Depress clutch/brake pedal and
engage parking brake.
• Measure distance between brake

BELT
Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a
belt installation guide decal on bottom
side of left footrest.
• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this
manual.)
• Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.
• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Remove belt upwards from transaxle
pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
• Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downwards from around
engine pulley.
• Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.
Engine Pulley--

Clutching Idlerj

operating arm and nut "A" on brake
rod.
• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

Stationary

against nut "A'.

Transaxle

Pul|ey

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL
ALIGNMENT
If steeringwheel crossbarsare not
horizontal(left to right)when wheels are

TO START
BA'n'ERY

CAUTION:

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

FOR

Lead-acid batteries

section of this manual).
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT:
Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

not adjustable on your tractor, if damage
has occurred to affect the front wheel
toe-in or camber, contact your nearest
authorized service center/department.
WHEEL

A WEAK

If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See
"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

WHEELTOE-IN/CAMBER

TO REMOVE

WITH

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame and smoking materials away from
batteries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.

positioned straight forward, remove
steering wheel and reassemble per
instructions in the Assembly section of
this manual.
FRONT

ENGINE

REPAIRS

negative grounded system. Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

• 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.
• Replace washers and snap retaining
ring securely in axle groove.
• Replace axle cover.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and
prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire
sealant may be purchased from your
local parts dealer. Tire sealant also
prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

TO ATTACH

JUMPER

CABLES

• Connect each end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each
battery, taking care not to short against
chassis.
• Connect one end of the BLACK cable
to the NEGATIVE (-) 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
ORDER • BLACK

CABLES,

REVERSE

cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.
• RED cable last from both batteries.

Washers
Retaining

Positive Terminal

Negative Terminal

Axle
Cover

Square Key -'--'_'_
(Rear Wheel Only)

Terminal

Battery
Terminal

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

REPLACING BATrERY
A_ILCAUTION:
Do not short battery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any
other object to contact both terminals at
the same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc.
Positive terminal must be connected first
to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.
• Lift seat pan to raised position and
open battery box door.
• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and carefully
remove battery from tractor.
• Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
• First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and
keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.
• Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) terminal with remaining
hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely.
• Close battery box door.

Loose or damaged wiring may
your tractor to run poorly, stop
prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical
diagram in the Repair Parts

TO REPLACE

cause
running, or
wiring
section.

FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOODAND GRILL
ASSEMBLY
• Raise hood.
• Unsnap headlight wire connector.
• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor.
• To replace, reverse above procedure.

Headlight Wire
Connector

Battery
Box

ENGINE
Keps

Positive
(Red) Cable

TO REPLACE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement
the emission control devices and

Hex Bolt

systems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed
by any non-read engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authorized engine
manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE
CONTROL
CABLE

Negative
(Black) Cable

HEADLIGHT

BULB

• Raise hood.
• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

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:

backside of the grill.
• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in
the backside of the gdll.
• Close hood.

• With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke
position. Slowly move lever from
choke to fast position.

• Check that holes =A_ in governor
control lever and hole in govemor
plate line-up. If holes "A" are not
aligned, loosen clamp screw and
move throttle cable until holes are
aligned.

Move throttle control lever to slow
position. With finger, rotate and hold
throttle lever against idle speed
screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain
1750 RPM.

Tighten clamp screw se-

curely.
Governor Control Lever

While still holding throttle lever against
idle speed screw, turn idle mixture
valve full travel clockwise then
counterclockwise
until engine runs
rough. Turn valve to a point midway
between those two positions. Release
throttle lever.

Governor
Control Plate

ACCELERATION

\
Holes
"A"

Clamp Screw
TO ADJUST

Throttle
Cable

CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is
low 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.
The carburetor has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. However, minor adjustment
may be required to compensate for
differences in fuel, temperature, altitude
or load. If the carburetor does need
adjustment, proceed as follows:
In general, turning idle mixture valve in
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel
to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air
mixture. Tuming the idle mixture valve
out (countemlockwise)
increases the
supply of fuel to the engine giving a
richer fuel/air mixture.
IMPORTANT:
Damage to the needle
valve and the seat in carburetor may
result if screw is turned in too tight.
PRELIMINARY

SETTING

• Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when
making carburetor adjustments.
• Be sure the throttle control cable is
adjusted propedy
FINAL SETTING

(see above).

• Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make final adjustments with
engine running and shift/motion
control lever in neutral (N) position.
25

TEST-

• Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or
dies, turn idle mixture valve out
(counterclockwise)
118 turn. Repeat
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. Overspeeding the
engine above 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 adjustments.
Idle Speed Screw
_

hrottle

Lever
le Mixture
Ive with

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.
w_CAUTION:
Never store the tractor
gasoline in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark. Allow the engine to
cool before stonng in any enclosure.

TRACTOR
Remove

mower from tractor for winter

storable. When mower is to be stored for
a period of time, clean it thoroughly,
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store
in a clean, dry area.
• Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this
manual).
• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened, inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATTERY
• Fully charge the battery for storage.
• After a period of time in storage,
battery may require recharging.
• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of
storage, battery cables should be
disconnected and battery cleaned
thoroughly (see "1O CLEAN BA'I-I'ERY
AND TERMINALS"
in the Maintenance
section of this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they
cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.
• If battery is removed from tractor for
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.

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 m storage.
• Drain 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.
• • Use fresh fue_ next season.
NOTE:
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. 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 carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINEOIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See =ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
• Remove spark plug(s).
• Pour one ounce of oil through spark
plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).
• Tum ignition key to =START" position
for a few seconds to distribute oil.
• Replace with new spark ptug(s).
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your 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 whi_e

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT:
It is important to prevent
puUmdeposits from forming in essential
el system parts such as carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.
Also experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels 9called gasoho or us ng

engine
warm.

and exhaust areas are still

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART
PROBLEM
Will not start

CAUSE

CORRECTION

• Out of fuel.
• Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.
• Engine flooded.
•
•
•
•

Bad spark plug.
Dirty air filter.
Dirty fuel filter.
Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged
wiring.
• Carburetor out of
adjustment.
section.

Hard to start

Engine will not turn
over

Engine clicks but will
not start

• Fill fuel tank.
• See "TO START ENGINE"
in Operation section.
• Wait several minutes
before attempting to start.
• Replace spark plug.
• Clean/replace air filter.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Drain fuel tank and carburetol
refill tank with fresh gasoline
and replace fuel filter.
• Check all wiring.
• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.

• Contact an authorized
service center/department.

•
•
•
•
•

Dirty air filter.
Bad spark plug.
Weak or dead battery.
Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.
fresh gasoline.
• Loose or damaged
wiring,
• Carburetor out of
adjustment.
section.

•
•
•
•
•

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.

• Contact an authorized
service center/department.

• Clutch/brake
pedal not
depressed.
• Attachment clutch is
engaged.
• Weak or dead battery.
• Blown fuse.
• Corroded battery
terminals.
• Loose or damaged
wiring,
• Faulty ignition switch.
• Faulty solenoid or
starter.
• Faulty operator
presence switch(es).

• Depress

• Weak or dead battery.
• Corroded battery
terminals.
• Loose or damaged
wiring.
• Faulty solenoid or
starter.

• Recharge or replace battery.
• Clean battery terminals,

Clean/replace air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refill with

• Check

all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments

clutch/brake

• Disengage
clutch.

pedal.

attachment

• Recharge or replace battery.
• Replace fuse.
• Clean battery terminals.
• Check all wiring.
• Check/replace
ignition switch.
• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
• Contact an authorized
service center/department.

• Check all wiring.
• Check/replace
starter.

solenoid or

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Lossofpower

CHART
CAUSE

CORRECTION

• Cutting too much
grass/too fast.
• Throttle in =CHOKE"
position.
• Build-up of grass,
leaves and trash
under mower.
• Dirty air filter.
• Low oil level/dirty oil.
• Faulty spark plug.
spark plug.
• Dirty fuel filter.
• Stale or dirty fuel.
• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.
• Dirty engine air screen/
fins.
• Dirty/clogged muffler.
• Loose or damaged
wiring.
• Carburetor out of
adjustment.

• Engine valves out of
adjustment.
Excessive vibration

Engine continues
to run when operator
leaves seat wlth
attachment clutch
engaged
Poor cut - uneven

_lower blades wlll not
'otate

• Worn, bent or loose
blade.
• Bent blade mandrel
• Loose/damaged part(s).

Set in "Higher Cut" position/
reduce speed.
• Adjust throttle control.
• Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Clean/replace air filter.
• Check oil level/change oil.
• Clean and regap or change
• Replace fuel filter.
• Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.
• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh gasoline
and replace fuel filter.
• Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
• Clean engine air screen/fins.
• Clean/replace muffler.
• Check all wiring.
• See %0 Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized
service center/department.
Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
• Replace blade mandrel.
• Tighten loose part(s),
Replace damaged parts.

• Faulty operator-safety
presence control
system.

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

• Worn, bent or loose
blade.
• Mower deck not level.
• Buildup of grass,
leaves, and trash
under mower.
• Bent blade mandrel.
• Clogged mower deck
vent holes from buildup
of grass, leaves, and
trash around mandrels,

• Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
• Level mower deck.
• Clean underside of mower
housing.

* Obstruction in clutch
mechanism,
• Worn/damaged mower
drive belt.

• Remove

obstruction.

I, Replace

mower drive belt.

• Replace blade mandrel.
• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART
CAUSE
PROBLEM

CORRECTION

Mower blades will not
rotate (Cont'n)

• Frozen idler pulley.
• Frozen blade mandrel,

° Replace idler pulley.
• Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

• Engine speed too slow.
position.
• Travel speed too fast.
• Wet grass.
mowing.
• Mower deck not level.
• Low/uneven tire air

• Place throttle control in =FAST"
• Shift to slower speed.
• Allow grass to dry before

• Level mower deck.
• Check tires for proper air
pressure.
pressure.
• Worn, bent or loose blade. • Replace/sharpen blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
• Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
• Mower drive belt worn.
• Blades improperly
installed.
• Improper blades used.
in this manual.

Headlight(s)
not
working (If so
equipped)

• Clogged mower deck
vent holes from buildup
of grass, leaves, and
trash around mandrels.

• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

•
•
•
•

• Turn switch "ON'.

Switch is "OFP.
Bulb(s) burned out.
Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged
wiring.
• Blown fuse.

Battery will not charge • Bad battery cell(s).
• Poor cable connections.
• Faulty regulator (if so
equipped).
• Faulty altemator.

Engine "backfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"

• Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Replace mower drive belt.
• Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.
• Replace with blades listed

• Engine throttle control
not set at =SLOW"
position for 30 seconds
before stopping engine,

• Replace bulb(s).
• Check/replace light switch.
• Check wiring and connections.
• Replace fuse.
• Replace battery.
• Check/clean all connections.
• Replace regulator.
• Replace

altemator.

• Move throttle control to
=SLOW" position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before
stopping engine.

NOTES

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530
SCHEMATIC

REO

8AJ_,K

BATTERY

AMMETER
(oP'riONAL)

•

.Eo

STARTER

' -

RED

L ....... FUSE
h
CLUTCH/ BRAKE
(PEDALUP)

SEAT SWITCH

IGNrnON
SWITCH
AIGL_
G_

et_c_

A'n'MENT CLUTCH

........
GROUNDING

)!
B,,K:K _
(OPTIONAL)
:
FUEL_
re_us

IGNITION
UNIT

_ _

LINE II

_NI_ PLUGS ON
CYL ENGINES)

CI4ARG/_
SYSTEM OUTFIJT
3 AMP iDC @ 3_00 RIM

2a _TS
_ I/J4. II 3QO0RpM
(CHARGING SYSTEM _SC_t4NECTE[_

,- _ -

, _ /---------,,
_- ........

FUEL SHUT-OFFSOLENOID
nee__ _:_
(IF SO EOUIPPED)
j LIGHTIINO
SYST_OUTPUT
ORANGE

GAP
SPARK
PLUG

___%j_,_j_.

_ • _ooRPM_n_ IDIODE
[)lODE
_

NOTE
YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM,
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
BECAUSE OF THIS. THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM, AS THE ENGINE IS
SPEEDED UP. THE LIGHTS
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST,

14 "VOLT8 _

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M_I

L .........
• 3QOO _l
_L_HTS

BROWN

HEADUGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH
PO61TION

CIRCUIT

"MAKE"

OFF

M÷G+A1

NONE

RUN_.IGHT B+AI
RUN
START
B +B+AI
S + A1

A2+L
NONE
NONE

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS
WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270530
ELECTRICAL
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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530
ELECTRICAL

K]EY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
8
16
20
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
33
40
41
42
43
45
52
70

Battery 12 Volt 25 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4
Case Battery
Switch Interlock Push-in
Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Harness Socket Light W/4152J
Bulb Light #1156
Cable Battery 6ga 11" red
Cable Battery 6 Ga W/16 Wit red
Fuse 15 AMP
Nut Kaps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Cable Ground 6ga 12" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch Ign Delta Push-In
Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta
Harness Ign
Bolt 81k Hex 1/4-20unc x 1/2
CoverTerminal Red
Solenoid
Ammeter Rectangular 6 AMP
ProtectionWire Loop
Harness Engine, B&S

144925
74760412
156417
153664
733504(X)
166181
4152J
4799J
146147
166180
73510400
4207J
121305X
163968
140403
170217
71110408
131563
145673
121433X
141940
170243

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

28
_25

_., 5

53
55

2O9

33
10

208

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KL=Y pART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 169831
2 169O61
3 1706O612
4 19131216
5 155272
6 155924X012
8 126471x
9 168348X010
10 72140608
11 155927
12 145660
13 169117X010
14 17670608
15 74180512
16 73510500
17 159639X558
18 126938X
24 74780616
25 19131312
26 73800600
28 157373
29 140273X599
30 169465X558
31 136619
33 145244X558
34 145243X558
35 72110606
37 17490508
38 169834
51 73800400
52 19091416
53 144697
54 161464
55 144696
57 74780412
58 150127
145 156524
194 17060612
206 170165
209 17000612
- - 5479J

Chassis Lt Stamping
Drawbar
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
BumporHood/Dash
SaddleSLKSCRE FLT SDL
Clip Insulator .406 Mtg Hole
Dash Slkscr PIm Mech Sym
Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 1
Panel Asm. Dash Lh
Clip TlnnermanGrillePiL
Panel Dash Rh
ScrewThdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2
Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-18unc x 3/4
Nu Keps 5/16-18unc
Hood Pnt Steel Private Label
BumperHood
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga,
Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc
Grill Private Lable BIk
Lens Grille Private label
Fender Pnt
Bracket Fender Support
Footrest Pnt. Lh
Footrest Pnt. Rh
Bolt RdHd Sht, Sqnk, 3/8-16 x 3/4
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 1/4-20
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga,
Bracket Grille LH
Screw Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8
Bracket, Grille RH
Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4
Air Duct Private Label LT Engine
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT
Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 BL
Plug Button BIk .359 Dia. Choke

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUM BER 917.270530
GROUND DRIVE

5
18

38
42
27

62
_

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3536
34

26
27

,. 151
.. 51

TRACTOR
GROUND

- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

DRIVE

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
11
12
13
14
18
19
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42

Transaxle(See Breakdown)
Peedess 206-545C
Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc
Pulley Transaxte 18/20" tires
Ring Retainer # 5100-62
Strap Torque 30 Degrees
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
Bracket Saddle Shift T/a
Rod Shf Sdl LY/YT Str BIk Zinc
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad
Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole
Washer 15132x 3/4 x 16ga
Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr8 W/Patch
Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc
Knob Rd 112-13 Pistc Thds Blk
Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840
Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc
Spdng Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad
Rod Brake Parking Lt/Yt
Cap Brake Parking
Bracket Mtg Transaxle
Keeper Belt LH LT 14 Ga
Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4
Shaft Asm Pedal Foot
Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga
Pin Roll 3/16 x 1•
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16unc x 2-3/4 Gr+ 5
Spacer Split395 x 59 Bzp
Keeper Belt idler
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga

146682
123666X
12000028
121520X
17060512
162240
131679
STD561210
105701X
19151216
74550412
STB551125
STD523710
STD541437
I06933X
130804
STD541237
106888X
STD551037
STD561210
145204
71673
130807
127275)(
STD523107
155071
120183X
STD551062
STD571810
131494
72110622
4470J
165838
19131312

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PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

47 127783
48 154407
49 123205X
50 S'I'D523715
51 STD541437
52 STD541431
53 105710X
55 105709X
56 STD5237t2
57 130801
58 127274X
59 169595
61 17060612
62 8883R
63 140186
64 71170764
65 STD551143
66 154778
70 134683
72 19132012
74 137057
75 121749X
76 S'rD581075
77 123583X
78 121748X
79 2228M
96 4497H
112 19091210
113 127285X
116 72110610
145 74490540
150 165850
151 19133210
170 165849
202 72110612

Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic
Bellcrank Clutch Grn Dry Stl
Retainer Belt Style Spring
Bolt Hex Hd 3/S-16unc x 1-1/2
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
Link Clutch 7 66
Spring Return Clutch 6 75
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1*1/4
V-Belt Gd Drive
Keeper Belt RH LT Pnt/zinc 16g
Keeper Belt Centerapen
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Cover Pedal BIk Round
Pulley Eng CI Mech 38deg LT/YT
Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5
Washer Lock Hvy H|cl Spr 7/16
Keeper Belt Engine
Guide Belt Mower Drive RH
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga
Spacer Axle
Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga
E-dng #5133-75
Key Square 2 0 x 1845/1865
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16ga
Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4
Retainer Spring
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga
Strap Ton:lue
Bott Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1+25
Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5
Bushing Bellcrank Grd. Ddve
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga
Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear
Bo_tCarr Sh 3/8-'t6 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530
STEERING

_41

15
'\,

"" -_29
.

-- _'\ 43
d--

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

STEERING

K]EY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
13
15
17
18
19
22
23
25
26
27
28
29
30
32
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
46
47
51
54
62
63
65
66
67
68
79
80
82
85

Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk
Axle Asm Front Lt
Spindle Asm Lh
Spindle Asm Rh
Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
RingKlip#T5304-75
Bearing Col Strg BIk
Draglink
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8
Spacer Brg Axle Front
Nut Hexflange Lock
Shaft Asm Strg
Washer Thrust ,515 x .750 x .033
Suppod Shaft
Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx
Shaft Asm Pitman
Bracket Steedng
Bushing Link Drag BIk LR
Gear Sector 22 Teeth
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad
Rod Tie Wire Form 19,75 Mech
Bushing Strg, 5/8 ID Dash
Screw
Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears USA
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.
Nut Lock Center 3/8-24
Adaptor Wheel Strg.
Boot Steering Dash P/L MTL BIk
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Extension Steering Non-adjust
Cap Spindle FrTop BIk
FittingGrease
Nut Lock Hx W/ins 5/16-18unc
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18unc
Steedng Assembly
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr. 5
Spacer Axle
Bearing Arm Pittman
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
Brace Axle
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga
Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bracket Susl) Chasis Front
Fastner Christmas Tree

139768
154427
169840
169839
6266H
121748X
19272016
12000029
3366R
169832
10040600
136518
145212
156546
57079
160395
165857
165851
154406
126847X
136874
19131416
17060612
STD561210
130465
155099
152927
139769
19133812
7810H
100711L
145054X428
121749X
153720
121232X
6855M
73800500
74780520
167902
74780616
160367
154404
72110618
169827
19132012
74950612
169835
133835

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR

- MODEL NU MBER 917.270530

15
1
38

OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENT
Spark Arrester

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

ENGINE

I_-Y PART
NO, NO.
1
2
3

162157
17720410

4
13
14
15
16
23
29
31
32
33
37
38

137352
165291
13280324
13200300
STD551237
169837
137180
109202X
158990
123487X
137040

40
44
45
46
62
72
78
81

124028X
17490412
17060612
19091416
STD551131
71070512
17060620
128861

DESCRIPTION
Control TWch LH IV 1 80 20 22
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T
Engine (See Breakdown)
Briggs,Model No 287707-1255-E1
Muffler Exh LT B&S 14HP IC OHV
Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated
Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt x 3"
Elbow Std 90 Degree 3,'8-18 Npt
Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
Shield Browning/DebrisGuard
Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scm)
Tank Fuel Front 1 25
Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented
Clamp Hose BIk
Line Fuel 20"
Plug Oil Drain
(See Engine Breakdown)
Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line
Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 ga
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16
Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-I 8 X 3/4
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KL=YPART
NO. NO.
1 140122
2 140551
3 71110616
4 19131810
5 145006
6 STD541437
7 t24181X
8 17000616
9 19131614
10 155928
11 166369
12 121246X

DESCRIPTION
Seat
Bracket Pvt St
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X t
Washer Flat 13/32 X t X 10 Ga
Clip Push-in Hinged
Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16
Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi
Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/2
Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga
Pan Seat
Knob Seat Adj. Wingnut
Bracket Mounting Switch

KL=Y PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

13 121248X
14 72050412
15 134300
16 121250X
17 123976X
21 171852
22 STD541431
24 19171912
25 127018

Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc
Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt
Nut Lock 1/4 Lgs Fig Gr 5 Zinc
Bolt Shld 5/16-18 Unc-2A BIk D
Nut Lock Hex"W/Ins 5/16-18
Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga
BoltShoulder

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U. S,
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530
DECALS
6

12
KL=Y PART
NO. NO,
1 156867
2 165393
3 171704
5 133179
6 133644
7 171760
9 163204
10 149516

DESCRIPTION
Decal Dash Inst Oper English
Decal HP Engine
Decal Hood Logo
Decal Mower QC System
Decal Maint Cust Sears Domesti
Decal Replcmnt Sears
Decal Fender Craftsman White
Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
Acme

K]EY PART
NO. NO.
11 156439
12 4900J
13 146046
14 163249
15 160396
16 163207
- - 157199X428
- - 138311
- - 171766
- - 171767

DESCRIPTION
Decal Danger Fender Eng/span
Decal Clutch/brake English
Decal V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor
Decal Panel Dash 6sp 42"
Decal V-Bett Sch
Decal Fender Sd 6/42
Pad Footrest
Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust
Manual Owners English
Manual Owners Spanish

KL=Y PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 59192
2 65139
3 106222X
4 59904
5 106732X427
6 278H
7 9040H
8 106108X427
9 106268X
10 7152J
11 104757X
- - 144334

Cap Value Tire
Stem Value
Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service
Tube Inner Front#35060
Rim Asm 6"frontWhite Service
FittingGrease
Bearing Flange
Rim Asm 8"rear White Service
Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service
Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service
Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00
Sealant, Tire (10 oz, tube)

WHEELS AND TIRES

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

LIFT ASSEMBLY

/
/

13
2
6
6

13
19
20

13_

15
31 _
32

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

LIFT ASSEMBLY

K]EY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 159460
2 159471
3 105767X
4 12(X)0002
5 19211621
6 120183X
7 125631X
8 122365X
11 139865
12 139866
13 S'1"D624008
15 167253
16 73350800
17 130171
18 73800800
19 139868
20 163552
31 140302
32 73540600

WireAsmlnner/Sprg W/plungerLT
Shaft Asm Lift
Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc
E Ring #5133-62
Washer Pltd 21/32 X 1 X 21ga
Bearing NylonBIk 629 Id
Grip Handle Fluted BIk
Button Plunger Red
Link Lift LH
Link Lift RH
Retainer Spring
Link Front
Nut Jam Hex 1/2.13 Uric
Trunnion BIkZinc
Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13unc
Arm SuspensionRear
Retainer SpringZinc
Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical
Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

MOWER DECK

_147

\
2

16
1

29
,18
18

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

MOWER DECK

KEY
NO.
1
2
3

PART
NO.

165892
STD533107
138017

4 "165460
5 STD624008
6 130832
8 850857
9 STD551137
10 140296
11 134149
12 129895
13 137645
14
15
16
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37

128774
110485X
140329
72140505
132827
159770
STb541431
134753
131267
105304X
123713X
110452X
130968X428
19111016
131491
157722
129963
153535
137266
STD533717
133835
131494
STD551037

40
44
45

STD541437
140088
STD624003

DESCRIPTION
Mower Deck Assembly, 42"
Bolt
Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,
Front
Bracke*LSway Bar 38142° Deck
RetainerSpring
Arm,Suspension, Rear
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
Washer, Lock
Washer, Hardened
Blade, Mulching
Bearing, Ball
Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented
(Includes Key
Number12)
Housing,Mandrel, Vented
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper, Vented Mower Deck
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt, Shoulder
Baffle, Vortex
NutCrowntock5116-1BUNC
Stiffener Bracket
Bracket, Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion, Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield, Deflector
Washer 11/32xS/8x16Ga.
Rod, Hinge
ScrewThdrolWasherHead
Washer, Spacer
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Toplock, Flanged
Bolt
Fastner, Christmas Tree
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16
Gauge
NutCrowntock3/8o16 UNC
Guard, MandreLL,H.
Retainer

KEY PART
NO. NO.
46 137729
48 133944
49 155066
50 131340
51 STD541410
52 139888
53 131845
54 133943
55 155046
56 165723
59 141043
67 149846
68 144959
128 153390
142 165890
!43 157109
144 158634
145 165888
146 165891
147 131335
148 169022
149 165898
150 19091216
151 169670
152 169676
153 169674
154 169675
155 169671
156169672
157 16_9
158 17720410
159 72140614
- - 130794
- -

169583

DESCRIPTION
Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 3/8
Washer, Hardened
RollerAssembly, Cam Follower
Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5
Locknut
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
Washer, Hardened
Arm, Idler
Spacer, Retainer
Guard, TUV Idler
Knob Custom Oval
V-Belt
Washer Felt
Arm Spdng Brake Mower
Bracket Arm Idler 42"
Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Carriage Idler
Spring Extension
Spring Return Idler
Retainer SpringV ettowZinc
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Bracket Clutch
Cable Clutch 42 In
Washer Flat 3/8" Type B
Spring Retainer
Spring Retention Lever
Spacer
RodCfutch
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8
Bolt Rdt'_l Sqn 3/8-16unc x 1-314
Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key
Numbers 8-1O, 12-15, 31 and 32)
Mower Deck, Complete (Standard
Deck, Order Separately Mutcher
Plate and Gauge Wheel
Components, Key Nos. 101-106
and t 11-121)

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530
PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

0 _

71B

150

47'

29
35

157

TRACTOR
PEERLESS

KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
6A
7
8
6A
9
10
11
12
13

772147
780086A
770128
776395
776409
778364
778369
776330
792180
792047
784352
784378
778334
778309
778368

778368

15 778370
17 786188
18 786102
20 792077A
21 792078
22 792079
25 792073A
25A 792177
26 792125
27 792035
28 788040
29 780072
29A 780160
29B 780051
29C 780199
30 780108
31 780001
31A 780195
32 788083
34 780194
35 780193
35A 780197
36 790075
37 790007
38 799021
39 786026
40 792076A

- MODEL NUMBER

TRANSAXLE-MODEL

NUMBER

917.270530

206-545C

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION
Transaxle Cover
Needle Bearing 5/8"
Transaxle Case
Countershaft
Output Shaft
Spur Gear (38 teeth)
Spur Gear (15 teeth)
Spur Gear (11 teeth)
Shift Key
Woodruff Key #9
Shift Collar
Shift Rod & Fork
Bevel Gear (30 teeth)
Input BeveI Pinion (13 teeth)
Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (Include.
14)
Bevel Pinion (13 taeth) (Include,
13)
RingGear(43taeth)
DrivePin
Spacer 1.130 X,695
Ball S/16"die
Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8"
Spdng .310 OD x .625 L
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"
Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8"
Retaining Ring (pkg of 2)
RetainingRing
RetainingRing
Thrust Washer.6271Dx,031W
Thrust Washer ,762 ID x .031W
Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W
Anti-RotationWasher .632
Cup Washer 1.127 ID x ,032W
FlatWasher .750 ID x ,056W
(Use As Needed)
FiatWasher .750 ID x .062W
Oil Seal 5/8"
Bushing .563
Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID
Flanged Bushing .751
Brake Disk
Brake Pad Plate
Brake Pad (pkg of 2)
Dowel Pin
Flat Washer ,312 ID x .059W

41A 790079
42 792073A
42A 792085A
43 792075
44 790025
45 786066
46 786086
47 774590
48 774691
49 778356
50 778338
51 778354
52 778352
53 778350
54 778346
56 778355
57 778337
58 778353
59 778351
60 778349
6! 778345
65 780189
66 776422
67 776396
69 792170
70 786187
71 788069
71B 788092
76 780090
77 788078A
79 792144
82 778333
83
85
87
150
157
180
900

778338
792154
788089A
788093A
788088A
730229A
794712

DESCRIPTION
Brake Lever
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"
Locknut 51 16 - 24
Brake Pad Holder
Spacer ,2625 x 1.0
Brake Lever Bracket
Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)
Axle (16 - 1 / 2" long)
Spur Gear (29 teeth)
Spur Gear (27 teeth)
Spur Gear (23 teeth)
Spur Gear (19 teeth)
Spur Gear (16 teeth)
Spur Gear (15 teeth)
Spur Gear (11 teeth)
Spur Gear (13 teeth)
Spur Gear (!7 teeth)
Spur Gear (21 teeth)
Spur Gear (24 teeth)
Spur Gear (25 teeth)
Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W
Input Shaft
Shifter & Brake Shaft
RetainingRing
Spacer .890
Square Cut Ring
"O'Ring
Fiat Washer 1.128 ID x .058W
Inverted Retaining Ring
Spring .430 OD x .5000 L
Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13
teeth)
Spur Gear (27 teeth)
Oil Fill Plug
Oil Seal 9 / 16"
Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone
Oil Seal 3/4"
Gear Oil80W90
Replacement MST - 206-545C
Transaxle

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-

MODEL NUMBER

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL

917.270530

NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1

230
_614

@
_4A

_r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS
TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

238(_

52
166

_P
305

1026

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL

137

142

917.270530

NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1

_VALVE

7_r_lj-

127

_k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS
TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAl

OVERHAUL

KIT

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NU MBER 917.270530

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL

523

634A

842

NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1

524

868868A

467

423

8421

l___

358 GASKET SET

S346

1006

,188

_4511

171

535

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1

783

801

728

1090

803

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
9
10
11
12

13
15
16

PART
NO.

***

271997

271996

20
22

94728
94239
495162
94196
291675
94624

492326

24
25

222698
495860
495977
495978
495979

495854
495852
495851
495855

27
28

263129
498319

494504
495490

94695

32A

94648

33
34
35
37
40
45
46
51

495856
495857
262811
224502
224641
262411
496884
272465

272569

NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1

DESCRIPTION

496412
399265
391086
494238
495858
272614
495735
27803
94621
281246
271916

*
*

917.270530

Cylinder Assembly
Bearing, Cylinder
Seal, Oil
Base, Engine
Head, Cylinder
Gasket, Cylinder Head
Breather Assembly
Gasket, Valve Cover
Screw, Sems
Tube, Breather
Gasket, Crankcase Cover,
1/64"
Gasket, Crankcase Cover,
.005"
Gasket, Crankcase Cover,
.009"
Screw, Cylinder Head
Plug, Oil Drain
Crankshaft
Timing Gear Key
Seal, Oil
Screw, Seres, Base
Mounting
Flywheel and Ring Gear
Assembly, Magneto
Key, Flywheel
Piston Assembly, Standard
Size
Piston Assembly, .010"
Oversize
Piston Assembly, .020"
Oversize
Piston Assembly, .030"
Oversize
Ring Set, Piston, Standard
Size
Ring Set, Piston, .010"
Oversize
Ring Set, Piston, .020"
Oversize
Ring Set, Piston, .030"
Oversize
Lock, Piston Pin
Pin Assy., Piston, Standard
Size
Rod Assembly, Connecting
.R°d Assembly, Connect-

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

53
73
75
78
93
94
95
98
104
105
106
108
111
117

94637
224948
225136
94626
281346
498030
94098
495800
231789
231855
231854
224540
262719
232118
232119
499233
94913
499153
- -.

121
123
125
127
130
131
133
137
138
141
142
164
166
171
186A
187

i._).
Undersize Crankpin
Bore
Screw, Hex Washer Head,
1-57/64
Screw, Hex Washer Head,
1-5/8
Valve, Exhaust
Valve, Intake
Spring, Valve
Guard, Flywheel
Retainer, Valve Spring
Tappet, Valve
Gear, Cam
....
Gasket, Carburetor
(Carburetor to Elbow)
*** Gasket, Carburetor
(Elbow to Cylinder)

94627
492160

201
209
216
219
222
224
225
227
230
232
238
240
265

262767
260695
262766
490815
495611
94729
495157
493935
94927
262785
262836
394358
221535

**
***
....

**
**
**
**

224539
494379
494381
281165 ....
281164 ....
495931
232117
214047
94555
281051
493496
492790

188
192

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Stud, Carburetor Mounting
Screen, Flush Rotating
Washer, Spring
Screw, Sems
Bushing, ThrotUe Shaft
Valve, Needle
Screw, Throttle
Screw, Idle Speed
Pin, Float Hinge
Valve Float
Seat, Inlet Valve
Valve, Choke
Spdng, Choke
Jet, Main (Std.)
Jet, Main (Hi-Air.)
Carburetor Overhaul Kit
Screw, Elbow Mounting
Carburetor Assembly
Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit
Only)
Valve, Throttle
Shaft and Lever, Throttle
Float, Carburetor
Gasket, Float Bowl
Washer, Bowl
Shaft and Lever, Choke
Nozzle, Carburetor
Elbow, Carburetor
Stud, Rocker Arm
Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting
Elbow, Fuel Pipe
Line, Fuel (11" Long, Cut
to Suit)
Screw, Hex Head, 3/4
Screw Assembly, Rocker
Arm
Link, Governor
Spring, Governor
Link, Choke
Gear, Governor
Plate, Governor Control
Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner
Crank, Governor
Lever Assembly, Governor
Washer, Governor Crank
Spdng, Governor Link
Cap, Valve
Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line)
Clamp, Casing

All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm
Included In Gasket Set (495993)
Included In Carburetor Kit (499233)
Included In Both Gasket Set (495993)
and
Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)
included In Gasket Set (495993),
Carburetor Kit
(499233) and Carburetor Gasket Set
(494385)

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.270530

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

284
294
304
305

94704
610068
496318
94786

306
307
309
310
311
333
334

225020
94930
497595
497602
497608
495859
94731

337
346
356
356A
356B
358
363
383
423
445
455
467
474
482
503
510
523
524
525
535
537
544
552
562
592
601
614
6t5
634
634A
635
646
657
663
668
718
726

491055
93705
497708
497671
494705
495993
19203
89838
94903
496894
222561
493903
393474
93621
606000
497606
495230
281370
496113
272403
281106
497603
231597
94907
231976
93053
93306
263080
494455
491323
280872
224546
94906
94929
28O848
230192
392134

727
728
729
729A
741

490324
94951
225170
281390
262932

DESCRIPTION
Screw, Hex Head
Screw, Set
Housing, Blower
Screw, Hex, Head,
Blower Housing Mounting
Shield Cylinder
Screw, Cylinder Shie d
Motor, Starter
Bolt, Thru
Brush Set
Armature, Magneto
Screw, Seres, Armature
Mounting
Plug, Spark
Screw, Hex Head
Wire Assembly
Wire, Stop
Wire Stop
Gasket Set
Puller Flywheel
Wrench, Spark Pug
Screw, Sems
Cartridge, Air Cleaner
Cup, Screen Mounting
Knob, Air Cleaner
Stator, Alternator
Screw, Sems
Grounding Strap
Drive, Starter
Cap and Dipstick,Oil Filler
* Seal, Filler Tube
Tube, Oil Filler
Element, Filter
* O-Ring, Air Cleaner
Armature, Starter
Bushing, Governor Crank
Bolt, Governor Lever
Nut, Hex
Clamp, Fuel Pipe
Pin, Cotter
Retainer
** Seal, Choke Shaft
Sea|, Governor
Elbow, Spark Plug
Brace, AirCleaner
Screw, Sems
Screw, Self-Tapping
Spacer
Pin, Dowel
Gear, Ring
(Includes Mounting
Hardware)
Cover, Starter
Screw, Hex Head
Retainer,Wire
Clip, Wire
Gear, Timing

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

757
758
759
761
783
801
802
803
842
847
851
866
868A
671

Link, Counterweight
213998
Counterweight Assembly
399891
Pin, Counterweight
298909
Screw, Counterweight
94593
Gear, Statler
280104
Cap, Drive
394856
Cap, End
497605
Housin_l,Starter
497604
* Seal, Od Filler Cap
270920
Fill Group, Oil
496415
Terminal, IgnitionCable
493880
494435 *** Seal Assembly, Valve
272610 *** Gasket, Valve
Bushing, Guide (Intake &
262835
Exhaust)
Cover, Air Cleaner
281104
Body, Air Cleaner
495862
Diode and Connector
393456
Assembly
Solenoid
497672
Nut, Hex
94108
Bowl Assembly, Carburetor
495933
Carburetor Gasket Set
494385
281166
** Seal, Throttle Shaft
Fan, Flywheel
280687
Retainer, Fan
2244 t 3
Label Kit
496758
272475 *** Gasket, Cover
Cover, Rocker Arm
224552
Rod, Push, Intake
494432
Rod, Push, Exhaust
495136
Arm, Rocker
224554
Valve Overhaul Kit
495992
Guide Assembly, Push Rod
495248
Label Kit, Emissions
499364
Screw, Hex Head
94673
Extension, Crankshaft
231828
Manual, OwnerOs
272623
Retainer, Brush
497607

872
875
877
947
965
975
977
967
1005
1006
1019
1022
1023
1026
1029
1033
1034
1036
1044
1045
1056
1090
1091
2500
----

281364
Cap, Limiter
28N707-1026
Replacement Engine
496050
Replacement Shortblock

RPM Settings:
NOTE:

**
***
....

DESCRIPTION

Low: 1650-1850,
3200-3400

High:

All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
Included In Gasket Set (495993)
Included In Carburetor Kit (499233)
Included
In Both Gasket Set (495993)
and Valve Overhaul Kit (496992)
Included In Gasket Set (495993),
Carburetor Kit (499233) and Carburetor
Gasket Set (494385)

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH
SKY LINE OR TREE.

15 ° MAX.

I
Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not
greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.

For in-home major brand repair service:
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-4-MY-HOME
Para

pedir

servicio

_" (1-800-469-4663)
de reparaci6n

a domicilio

1-800-676-5811
In Canada for all your service and parts needs call
Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces
1-600-665-4455
For the repair or replacement parts you need:
Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirects"
1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio
1-800-659-7084
For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center
in your area:
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-488-1222
For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance
Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:
Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday
1-800-827-6655

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