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Owner's Manual

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14.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270530

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800 -659 -5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon -Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ............................................... 2

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

Product Specifications .......................... 5

Assembly .............................................. 7

Operation ............................................ 10

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

Maintenance ....................................... 16

Service and Adjustments .................... 20

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

Troubleshooting ................................. 27

Repair Parts ........................................ 32

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

•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 acci-

dent 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 re-

sult in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all in-

structions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to oper-

ate 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 2

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge di-

rection and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without ei-

ther the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave arunning machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and re-

move 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 un-

der the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or un-

loading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related 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 loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you can-

not back up the slope or if you feel un-

easy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine. 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 recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights 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 neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if awheel 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

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity. Never as-

sume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if chil-

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.

•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 en-

gine 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 heat-

er.

• Never run a machine inside aclosed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment 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.

• 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 abso-

lutely 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 chil-

dren enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 °Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine. 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 neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point ouut!mpor-

tant saTety precautions. It means L,AU-

TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUT|ON: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always dis-

connect spark ptug wire and place wire

where it cannot contact spark plug.

,_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_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.

_,WARNING: The enqine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

91LTYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

31L CAPACITY:

;PARK PLUG:

GAP: .030")

VALVE

CLEARANCE:

1.25 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F

SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

3.0 PINTS

CHAMPION

RJ19LM OR J19LM

INTAKE: .005"-.007"

EXHAUST:.009"-.011"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1ST 1.1

2ND 1.4

3RD 2.2

4TH 3.4

5TH 4.3

6TH 5.5

REVERSE: 1.7

FIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

=RESSURE: REAR: 12 PSI

3HARGING 3AMPS BATTERY

_YSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

3AI-FERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependabil-

ity 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".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is

available on this product. Contact your

nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow aregular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-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

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).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

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

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

_Steering Wheel

'I j , Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft 0

Boot

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys Slope Sheet

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Video Cassette

F-]

-"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 FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers

(1) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 5/16" wrench (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 TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•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.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

•Position 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.

•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.

[_ _ Steering Wheel

Insert

...,_'_- 3/8-24 Locknut

_l__Large Flat Washer

3/8 Lock/_F_--_..._

Washe_

Steering Whe bs

Steering Boot

Adapter _ Extension

_..." Shaft

Locknut ._'" _ 5/16 Hex

Lower ."- -_-{.L Bolt

Steering _ /,,_ ":-'_- -",

Shaft ,,_-_ "'-_ '_

L "- ,' - slots

HOWTO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR

CHECK 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

charging instructions).

Bafle_ Box Label

INSTALL 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.

•Slideseat 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 adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Shoulder Seat Pan

Bolt

Adjustment

Knob

Flat Washer

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor from

the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•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,

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR 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.

CHECKTIREPRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. 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 POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK DECKLEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

/ CHE CKL IS T

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 THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

•/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

#" Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

•/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

•/Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for

best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

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 supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP '_

LIGHT t

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

NHL

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

ThrotUe/Choke

ht Switch

Plunger

Attachment

LiftLever

ClutctVBrakq

Pedal

oHeight

Indicator

Gearshift Lever/\

Brake Lever

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

Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

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.

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

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

TO SET PARKING 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 "EN-

GAGED" position and release pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever

"Engaged" Position

Control \

Brake

Pedal

'Disengaged"

Position

Parking

Brake

"Engaged"

Position

Gearshift

Lever

"Brake" "Disengaged"

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

•Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

•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.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging

and mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

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 ADJUST MOWERCUTTING

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 approxi-

mately 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 high; the second to desired

height.

TO OPERATE 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 - disen-

gage 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

_"_-'_ "Engaged" Position

_ _;_i'J_._./! ----------Attachemnt

_-_'k_-__,_ _,_..' Lift Lever

"'::_,"_,'i' High Position

• ._ Low

I-..... • '." Position

"Disengaged_j. "I ;/-_ ;t/_

Po,,tio.-

'"JJ Guard

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

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.).

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.

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 afew seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

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 Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance 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

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 fresh-

ness.

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

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.

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 "DISEN-

GAGED" 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

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °Fand

above)

• 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.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 °Fand

below)

• When engine starts, allow engine to

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, depend-

ing on the temperature.

•The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at ahigh altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor-

mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

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 distribu-

tion 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.

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FILL

DATES

Check Brake Operation

Check _re Pressure _

Check Operator Presence and

TInteriock Systems I_ #

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0 Check BattePJ Level i

RClean Battery and Terminels _Iv'

i/Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust B_ape Belt(s) Tension II_s

Adjust Motion Drive Bait(s) Tension _s

Check Engine Oil Level _I_

Change Engine Oil I#ft2,: I1_

EClean Air Rlter _#:

NClean AirScreen l/

IG Inspect MuffledSperk Arrseter

N Reple_,e Oil Filte_ (if eo_ipped) t1_. _

Clean Engine Cooling Fins ¥1_

Replace Spad_ Plug _2

Replace Air Filter Paper Carlddge

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GENERAL 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.

Anew spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and

help your engine run better and last

longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

•Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk Zerk

_Front Wheel

Beadng

Zerk Beanng Zerk

! =

I I

,I ' ,

(_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.

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).

TIRES

• 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.

•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 PRESENCE 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

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

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.

•Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem-

bly, center hole in blade must align with

star on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel Assembly

Edge Up

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer,

Lock Washer

_--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 sharpen-

ing 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

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

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 ahorizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8"

17 Center Hole

BATrERY

Your tractor has abattery 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 petro-

leum 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.

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

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

,Oil Drain Plug

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with awire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

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 Screws

Assembly

• 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 deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or

dry cartridge.

Cover Knob -_

Cover

Foam _--'_ Cartridge

Pre-Cleaner _ut

_-_ _, _-Paper

Cartridge

Base

Plug

Engine Cooling

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 PRE-CLEANER

• 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, replace pre-

cleaner.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

• Reinstall cover and secure with

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.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler

and spark arrester (if equipped) as it

could create a fire hazard and/or

damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, 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

and clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

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 automo-

tive 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 short-

ened 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 "DISEN-

GAGED" 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 anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

•Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch

• 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.

quare Hole

Suspension Arms ":' '"°

Retainer Sprin

Anti-Swa_

Link

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 =PROD-

UCT 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 adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to ground 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 adjust-

ments, 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.

.=\_ . ooj j Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

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

its highest position.

Nut "P

Front Links'

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor

on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

•Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

•Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

•Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

•Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley Idler

Pulle

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able 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

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

against nut "A'.

• Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

- Operating

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "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

Stationary er

Transaxle

Pul|ey

TO ADJUST STEERINGWHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steeringwheelcrossbarsare not

horizontal(left to right)whenwheelsare

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEELTOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor, if damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest

authorized service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

•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.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'n'ERY

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emer-

gency 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

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the 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 CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

Square Key -'--'_'_

(Rear Wheel Only)

Terminal Battery

Terminal

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.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE 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

Keps Hex Bolt

Positive Negative

(Red) Cable (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

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.

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and

systems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-read engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at

the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable.

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke

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. Tighten clamp screw se-

curely. Governor

Governor Control Lever Control Plate

Holes

"A" Clamp Screw Throttle

Cable

TO ADJUST 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 aleaner 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 as-

sembled to the carburetor when

making carburetor adjustments.

•Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted propedy (see above).

FINAL SETTING -

•Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

Move throttle control lever to slow

position. With finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain

1750 RPM.

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.

ACCELERATION 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 neces-

sary, until engine accelerates smooth-

ly.

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 Autho-

rized 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 Mainte-

nance 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 discon-

nected 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.

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

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 conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor whi_e

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

Engine clicks but will

not start

CAUSE

• 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.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•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.

• 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).

• Weak or dead battery.

•Corroded battery

terminals.

•Loose or damaged

wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or

starter.

CORRECTION

•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

•Contact an authorized

service center/department.

•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

•Contact an authorized

service center/department.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment

clutch.

•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.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Clean battery terminals,

•Check all wiring.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Lossofpower

Excessive vibration

Engine continues

to run when operator

leaves seat wlth

attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

_lower blades wlll not

'otate

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.

•Worn, bent or loose

blade.

•Bent blade mandrel

•Loose/damaged part(s).

•Faulty operator-safety

presence control

system.

•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,

* Obstruction in clutch

mechanism,

•Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

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.

•Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact an authorized

service center/department.

•Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Remove obstruction.

I, Replace mower drive belt.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

CAUSE

PROBLEM

Mower blades will not

rotate (Cont'n)

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not

working (If so

equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel,

•Engine speed too slow.

position.

• Travel speed too fast.

•Wet grass.

mowing.

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose 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.

•Clogged mower deck

vent holes from buildup

of grass, leaves, and

trash around mandrels.

•Switch is "OFP.

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged

wiring.

•Blown fuse.

•Bad battery cell(s).

•Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty altemator.

•Engine throttle control

not set at =SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine,

CORRECTION

°Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Place throttle control in =FAST"

•Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before

•Level mower deck.

•Check tires for proper air

pressure.

•Replace/sharpen blade.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Turn switch "ON'.

•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

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

REO

BATTERY

8AJ_,K

RED

AMMETER

(oP'riONAL)

GAIGL__

IGNrnON

SWITCH

i I

• .Eo

FUSE _! I

i I STARTER

' -

L....... h

CLUTCH/BRAKE

(PEDALUP)

SEAT SWITCH

_ t iJ I

et_c_ iA'n'MENT CLUTCH ........

GROUNDING

(OPTIONAL) _ _ SPARKPLUG

B,,K:K IGNITION _GAP

:FUEL_ UNIT

re_us LINE II _NI_ PLUGSON

CYL ENGINES)

CI4ARG/_ SYSTEM OUTFIJT 2a _TS _ I/J4. II 3QO0RpM

I 3 AMP iDC @3_00 RIM (CHARGING SYSTEM _SC_t4NECTE[_

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

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

FUEL SHUT-OFFSOLENOID nee__ _:_ ___%j_,_j_.

(IF SO EOUIPPED) jLIGHTIINOSYST_OUTPUT

s_ _ •_ooRPM_n_ [)lODE !_IIDIODE i I

ORANGE

L.........

_14 "VOLT8 _ M_I • 3QOO_l _L_HTS _p)

NOTE

IGNITION SWITCH

PO61TION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M÷G+A1 NONE

START B + S + A1 NONE

RUN_.IGHT B+AI A2+L

RUN B+AI NONE

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,

BROWN

HEADUGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

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.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270530

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

K]EY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1144925

274760412

8 156417

16 153664

20 733504(X)

21 166181

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 166180

27 73510400

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 163968

33 140403

40 170217

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

45 121433X

52 141940

70 170243

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 PlungerNc 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

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

_25 58 12 28

_., 5 53

33 10

2O9

208

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KL=Y pART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169831

2169O61

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 SlkscrPIm Mech Sym

Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 1

Panel Asm. Dash Lh

ClipTlnnermanGrillePiL

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 componentdimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUM BER 917.270530

GROUND DRIVE

51 5

32 30 62_

561_3536

26 27

,. 151

.. 51

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART _PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2 146682

3 123666X

4 12000028

5121520X

6 17060512

7162240

8 131679

10 STD561210

11 105701X

12 19151216

13 74550412

14 STB551125

18 STD523710

19 STD541437

21 I06933X

22 130804

24 STD541237

25 106888X

26 STD551037

27 STD561210

28 145204

29 71673

30 130807

31 127275)(

32 STD523107

34 155071

35 120183X

36 STD551062

37 STD571810

38 131494

39 72110622

40 4470J

41 165838

42 19131312

Transaxle(See Breakdown) 47 127783

Peedess 206-545C 48 154407

Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 49 123205X

Pulley Transaxte 18/20" tires 50 S'I'D523715

Ring Retainer # 5100-62 51 STD541437

Strap Torque 30 Degrees 52 STD541431

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 53 105710X

Bracket Saddle ShiftT/a 55 105709X

Rod Shf Sdl LY/YT Str BIk Zinc 56 STD5237t2

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad 57 130801

Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole 58 127274X

Washer 15132x 3/4 x 16ga 59 169595

Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr8 W/Patch 61 17060612

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 62 8883R

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 63 140186

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 64 71170764

Knob Rd 112-13 PistcThds Blk 65 STD551143

Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840 66 154778

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 70 134683

Spdng Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 72 19132012

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 74 137057

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad 75 121749X

Rod Brake Parking Lt/Yt 76 S'rD581075

Cap Brake Parking 77 123583X

Bracket Mtg Transaxle 78 121748X

Keeper Belt LH LT 14 Ga 79 2228M

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4 96 4497H

Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 112 19091210

BearingNylon BIk 629 Id 113 127285X

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga 116 72110610

Pin Roll 3/16 x 1• 145 74490540

Pulley Idler Flat 150 165850

Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16unc x 2-3/4 Gr+5 151 19133210

Spacer Split395 x 59 Bzp 170 165849

Keeper Belt idler 202 72110612

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga

Pulley Idler VGroove Plastic

BellcrankClutch 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 Clutch6 75

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

V-Belt Gd Drive

Keeper Belt RH LT Pnt/zinc 16g

Keeper BeltCenterapen

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 DriveRH

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 x1+25

Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5

Bushing BellcrankGrd. Ddve

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga

Keeper BeltTransaxle Gear

Bo_tCarr Sh 3/8-'t6 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

STEERING

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

_41

51 54

47 17

3 32

15 "" -_29 / // -- _'\ 43

'\, . d-- \ IS

STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

K]EY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 169840

4 169839

5 6266H

6121748X

719272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 169832

11 10040600

13 136518

15 145212

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 7810H

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 73800500

54 74780520

62 167902

63 74780616

65 160367

66 154404

67 72110618

68 169827

79 19132012

80 74950612

82 169835

85 133835

Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk

Axle Asm Front Lt

SpindleAsm Lh

SpindleAsm 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

BearingCol StrgBIk

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

BushingStrg, 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 FinHex 5/16-18unc

Steedng Assembly

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

Spacer Axle

BearingArmPittman

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 x3/4

Bracket Susl) Chasis Front

FastnerChristmasTree

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch =25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270530

81 4

= 15

38 78

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I

Spark Arrester

23 ,_

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

I_-Y PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162157

2 17720410

4 137352

13 165291

14 13280324

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487X

37 137040

40 124028X

44 17490412

45 17060612

46 19091416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17060620

81 128861

Control TWch LH IV 180 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

ShieldBrowning/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)

BushingSnap 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

17 12

KL=YPART

NO. NO.

1140122

2 140551

3 71110616

4 19131810

5 145006

6 STD541437

7t24181X

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 Xt X 10 Ga

ClipPush-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 componentdimensionsgiven in U. S,

inches 1inch = 25/4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

6714

KL=Y PART

NO. NO,

1 156867

2 165393

3 171704

5 133179

6 133644

7 171760

9 163204

10 149516

12 5

DESCRIPTION

Decal Dash Inst Oper English

Decal HP Engine

Decal Hood Logo

Decal Mower QC System

Decal MaintCust 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

WHEELS AND TIRES

KL=Y PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X427

6278H

7 9040H

8 106108X427

9 106268X

10 7152J

11 104757X

- - 144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

Tube Inner Front#35060

Rim Asm 6"frontWhite Service

FittingGrease

BearingFlange

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)

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

LIFT ASSEMBLY

/ /

I /"

/ /

13_ 31 _19

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

LIFT ASSEMBLY

K]EY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 WireAsmlnner/Sprg W/plungerLT

2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc

4 12(X)0002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer Pltd21/32 X 1 X 21ga

6 120183X Bearing NylonBIk 629 Id

7 125631X Grip Handle FlutedBIk

8 122365X Button PlungerRed

11 139865 Link Lift LH

12 139866 Link Lift RH

13 S'1"D624008 Retainer Spring

15 167253 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2.13 Uric

17 130171 Trunnion BIkZinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13unc

19 139868 ArmSuspensionRear

20 163552 Retainer SpringZinc

31 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

MOWER DECK

_147

,18

TRACTOR -MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly,42" 46 137729

2 STD533107 Bolt 48 133944

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 49 155066

Front 50 131340

4 "165460 Bracke*LSway Bar 38142°Deck 51 STD541410

5 STD624008 RetainerSpring 52 139888

6 130832 Arm,Suspension, Rear 53 131845

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 54 133943

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 55 155046

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 56 165723

11 134149 Blade,Mulching 59 141043

12 129895 Bearing, Ball 67 149846

13 137645 ShaftAssembly, Mandrel, Vented 68 144959

(Includes Key 128 153390

Number12) 142 165890

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel,Vented !43 157109

15 110485X Bearing,Ball,Mandrel 144 158634

16 140329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 145 165888

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 146 165891

19 132827 Bolt,Shoulder 147 131335

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 148 169022

21 STb541431 NutCrowntock5116-1BUNC 149 165898

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 150 19091216

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 151 169670

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 152 169676

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 153 169674

26 110452X Nut, Push 154 169675

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 155 169671

28 19111016 Washer 11/32xS/8x16Ga. 156169672

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 157 16_9

30 157722 ScrewThdrolWasherHead 158 17720410

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 159 72140614

32 153535 Pulley,Mandrel - - 130794

33 137266 Nut, Toplock,Flanged

34 STD533717 Bolt - -169583

35 133835 Fastner,ChristmasTree

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16

Gauge

40 STD541437 NutCrowntock3/8o16UNC

44 140088 Guard, MandreLL,H.

45 STD624003 Retainer

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

ArmSpdngBrake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler42"

Keeper Belt42" 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'_lSqn 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

47'

150

29 35

157

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 42 792073A

3 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086

7 776330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774590

8 792180 Shift Key 48 774691

6A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356

9 784352 ShiftCollar 50 778338

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

12 778309 Input BeveI Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (Include. 54 778346

14) 56 778355

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 taeth) (Include, 57 778337

13) 58 778353

15 778370 RingGear(43taeth) 59 778351

17 786188 DrivePin 60 778349

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X,695 6! 778345

20 792077A Ball S/16"die 65 780189

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x3/8" 66 776422

22 792079 Spdng .310 OD x .625 L 67 776396

25 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 69 792170

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 70 786187

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 71 788069

27 792035 RetainingRing 71B 788092

28 788040 RetainingRing 76 780090

29 780072 Thrust Washer.6271Dx,031W 77 788078A

29A 780160 Thrust Washer ,762 ID x .031W 79 792144

29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 82 778333

29C 780199 Anti-RotationWasher .632

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x ,032W

31 780001 FlatWasher .750 ID x ,056W

(Use As Needed)

31A 780195 FiatWasher .750 ID x .062W

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8"

34 780194 Bushing.563

35 780193 Flanged Bushing5 /8" ID

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing.751

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39 786026 Dowel Pin

40 792076A Flat Washer ,312 ID x .059W

Brake Lever

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

Locknut51 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

InvertedRetaining Ring

Spring .430 OD x .5000 L

Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13

teeth)

83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

85 792154 Oil Fill Plug

87 788089A Oil Seal 9 /16"

150 788093A LiquidGasket RTV Silicone

157 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

180 730229A Gear Oil80W90

900 794712 Replacement MST - 206-545C

Transaxle

NOTE: All component dimensions givenin U,S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

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

238(_

230

_614

_4A

_r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

166

1026

305 i_

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

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

137 _142 _VALVE OVERHAUL KIT

7_r_lj-

_k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAl

127

TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.270530

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

523

423

8421

3 20 634A 842 524 868868A

l___ 1

358 GASKET SET

467

171 535

346S1006 ,188 _4511

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

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

728

783

801

1090

803

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

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

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 496412 Cylinder Assembly 53 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mounting

2 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 73 224948 Screen, Flush Rotating

3 391086 *Seal, Oil 75 225136 Washer, Spring

4 494238 Base, Engine 78 94626 Screw, Sems

5 495858 Head, Cylinder 93 281346 Bushing, ThrotUe Shaft

7 272614 *** Gasket, Cylinder Head 94 498030 Valve, Needle

8 495735 Breather Assembly 95 94098 ** Screw, Throttle

927803 * Gasket, Valve Cover 98 495800 Screw, Idle Speed

10 94621 Screw, Sems 104 231789 ** Pin, Float Hinge

11 281246 Tube, Breather 105 231855 ** Valve Float

12 271916 * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 106 231854 ** Seat, Inlet Valve

1/64" 108 224540 Valve, Choke

271997 * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 111 262719 Spdng, Choke

.005" 117 232118 Jet, Main (Std.)

271996 *Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 232119 Jet, Main (Hi-Air.)

.009" 121 499233 Carburetor Overhaul Kit

13 94728 Screw, Cylinder Head 123 94913 Screw, Elbow Mounting

15 94239 Plug, Oil Drain 125 499153 Carburetor Assembly

16 495162 Crankshaft 127 - -. ** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit

94196 Timing Gear Key Only)

20 291675 * Seal, Oil 130 224539 Valve, Throttle

22 94624 Screw, Seres, Base 131 494379 Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Mounting 133 494381 Float, Carburetor

23 492326 Flywheel and Ring Gear 137 281165 .... Gasket, Float Bowl

Assembly, Magneto 138 281164 .... Washer, Bowl

24 222698 Key, Flywheel 141 495931 Shaft and Lever, Choke

25 495860 Piston Assembly, Standard 142 232117 Nozzle, Carburetor

Size 164 214047 Elbow, Carburetor

495977 Piston Assembly, .010" 166 94555 Stud, Rocker Arm

Oversize 171 281051 Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting

495978 Piston Assembly, .020" 186A 493496 Elbow, Fuel Pipe

Oversize 187 492790 Line, Fuel (11" Long, Cut

495979 Piston Assembly, .030" to Suit)

Oversize 188 94627 Screw, Hex Head, 3/4

26 495854 Ring Set, Piston, Standard 192 492160 Screw Assembly, Rocker

Size Arm

495852 Ring Set, Piston, .010" 201 262767 Link, Governor

Oversize 209 260695 Spring, Governor

495851 Ring Set, Piston, .020" 216 262766 Link, Choke

Oversize 219 490815 Gear, Governor

495855 Ring Set, Piston, .030" 222 495611 Plate, Governor Control

Oversize 224 94729 Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner

27 263129 Lock, Piston Pin 225 495157 Crank, Governor

28 498319 Pin Assy., Piston, Standard 227 493935 Lever Assembly, Governor

Size 230 94927 Washer, Governor Crank

29 494504 Rod Assembly, Connecting 232 262785 Spdng, Governor Link

495490 .R°d Assembly, Connect- 238 262836 Cap, Valve

240 394358 Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line)

i._). Undersize Crankpin 265 221535 Clamp, Casing

Bore

32 94695 Screw, Hex Washer Head, NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

1-57/64 inches

32A 94648 Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1 inch = 25.4 mm

1-5/8

33 495856 Valve, Exhaust Included In Gasket Set (495993)

34 495857 Valve, Intake ** Included In Carburetor Kit (499233)

35 262811 Spring, Valve *** Included In Both Gasket Set (495993)

37 224502 Guard, Flywheel and

40 224641 Retainer, Valve Spring Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)

45 262411 Tappet, Valve .... included In Gasket Set (495993),

46 496884 Gear, Cam Carburetor Kit

51 272465 .... Gasket, Carburetor (499233) and Carburetor Gasket Set

(Carburetor to Elbow) (494385)

52 272569 *** Gasket, Carburetor

(Elbow to Cylinder)

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530

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

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

284 94704

294 610068

304 496318

305 94786

306 225020

307 94930

309 497595

310 497602

311 497608

333 495859

334 94731

337 491055

346 93705

356 497708

356A 497671

356B 494705

358 495993

363 19203

383 89838

423 94903

445 496894

455 222561

467 493903

474 393474

482 93621

503 606000

510 497606

523 495230

524 281370

525 496113

535 272403

537 281106

544 497603

552 231597

562 94907

592 231976

601 93053

614 93306

6t5 263080

634 494455

634A 491323

635 280872

646 224546

657 94906

663 94929

668 28O848

718 230192

726 392134

727 490324

728 94951

729 225170

729A 281390

741 262932

Screw, Hex Head 757 213998

Screw, Set 758 399891

Housing, Blower 759 298909

Screw,Hex, Head, 761 94593

Blower Housing Mounting 783 280104

Shield Cylinder 801 394856

Screw, CylinderShied 802 497605

Motor, Starter 803 497604

Bolt, Thru 842 270920

Brush Set 847 496415

Armature, Magneto 851 493880

Screw, Seres, Armature 866 494435

Mounting 868A 272610

Plug, Spark 671 262835

Screw, Hex Head

Wire Assembly 872 281104

Wire, Stop 875 495862

Wire Stop 877 393456

Gasket Set

Puller Flywheel 947 497672

Wrench, Spark Pug 965 94108

Screw, Sems 975 495933

Cartridge, Air Cleaner 977 494385

Cup, Screen Mounting 967 281166 **

Knob, Air Cleaner 1005 280687

Stator, Alternator 1006 2244 t3

Screw, Sems 1019 496758

Grounding Strap 1022 272475 ***

Drive, Starter 1023 224552

Cap and Dipstick,Oil Filler 1026 494432

*Seal, Filler Tube 495136

Tube, Oil Filler 1029 224554

Element, Filter 1033 495992

*O-Ring, Air Cleaner 1034 495248

Armature, Starter 1036 499364

Bushing, Governor Crank 1044 94673

Bolt, Governor Lever 1045 231828

Nut, Hex 1056 272623

Clamp, Fuel Pipe 497607

Pin, Cotter

Retainer

** Seal, Choke Shaft

Sea|, Governor

Elbow, Spark Plug RPM Settings:

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

Link, Counterweight

Counterweight Assembly

Pin, Counterweight

Screw, Counterweight

Gear, Statler

Cap, Drive

Cap, End

Housin_l,Starter

*Seal, Od Filler Cap

Fill Group, Oil

Terminal, IgnitionCable

*** Seal Assembly,Valve

*** Gasket, Valve

Bushing, Guide (Intake &

Exhaust)

Cover, Air Cleaner

Body, Air Cleaner

Diode and Connector

Assembly

Solenoid

Nut, Hex

Bowl Assembly, Carburetor

Carburetor Gasket Set

Seal, Throttle Shaft

Fan, Flywheel

Retainer, Fan

Label Kit

Gasket, Cover

Cover, Rocker Arm

Rod, Push, Intake

Rod, Push, Exhaust

Arm, Rocker

Valve Overhaul Kit

Guide Assembly,Push Rod

Label Kit, Emissions

Screw, Hex Head

Extension, Crankshaft

Manual, OwnerOs

1090 Retainer, Brush

1091 281364 Cap, Limiter

2500 28N707-1026 Replacement Engine

---- 496050 Replacement Shortblock

Low: 1650-1850, High:

3200-3400

NOTE: 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

_r _ ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15 ° MAX.

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME _" (1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio 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

171766 11.8.99 JH Printed in U.S.A.

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