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Owner's Manual

16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRAOTO
Model No.
917.270841

Safety
Assembly
Operation
o Maintenance
o Repair Parts

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

Sears, Roebuck

and Co., Hoffman

For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

1°800=859=5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am _5 pro, Mon - Sat

Estates,

IL 60179

Maintenance

Warranty ......................................................... 2
Safety Rules .................................................. 2
Product Specifications
............................ 5
Assembly ................................................
6
Operation ...............................................
11
Maintenance
Schedule .......................... 18

LIMITED

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

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

Service and Adjustments ....................... 22
Storage .................................................
28
Troubleshooting
........................................ 30
Repair Parts .........................................
34
Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover

ON CRAFTSMAN

RIDING

EQUIPMENT

For' two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,
Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or
workmanship.
This Warranty does not cover:
o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.
° Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
° Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in
the owner's rnanual.
o Riding equipment used for commercial
or rental purposes,
LIMITED

90 DAY WARRANTY

ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery' included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship
and our testing determines the battery wilt 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

GENERAL OPERATgON

Estates,

IL 60179

° Never carry passengers°
,, Do not mow in reverse unless absolute_

o Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine

ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
o Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone_ Do
not operate the mower without either
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.
• Slow down before turning
o Never leave a running machine unattended, Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting°

before starting.
° Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate
the machine.
o Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked
up and thrown by the blade.
° Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
2

o Turn off bladeswhen
o
o
•
o
o

o Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
o Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.

not mowing°
Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE

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

OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss-_
of-control and tipover accidents, which
can result in severe injury or death° All
slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you fee! uneasy on
it, do not mow it.
DO:

responsible adult°
o Be alert and turn machine
enter the area.

off if children

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

o Mow up and down slopes, not across.
° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
o Watch for hoies, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine.. Tall

° Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.

grass can hide obstacles°
o Use slow speed. Choose a tow gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope°
o Follow the manufacturer's
recommen-

SERVICE
o Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. 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

dations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability°
o Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments
These can change
the stability of the machine_
o Keep all movement on the slopes stow
and gradual° Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope°
DO NOT:

open flame, such as a water heater,,
o Never run a machine inside a closed
area°

o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
o Never tamper with safety devices°
Check their proper operation regularly.
o Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oit or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
° Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object° Repair, if necessary,

o Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
o Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments,
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves ino
° Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding_
3

° 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.

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_

° Mow up and down slopes

° Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

(15 ° Max), not

across°

o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps, Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine_ Tall

o Never carry passengers_
o Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
- Never' carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
o Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another

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

grass can hide obstacles_
o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

,_kLook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFETY tS INVOLVED.

this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.

responsible adult,
o Be alert and turn machine
enter the area.

off if children

,_kWARNING:

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

The engine exhaust

from

PRODUCT

SPECiFiCATiONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY
AND TYPE:

OIL TYPE
API-SF/SGiSH):

MAINTENANCE

1.25 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

(above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30

nance" and "Storage"
owner's manual.

30 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
GAP: .030")

Champion RC12YC
FORWARD:

0- 5.7

(MPH):

REVERSE:

0- 2.7

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT: t4 PSI
REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING
SYSTEM:

3 AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY:

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

BLADE BOLT
TORQUE:

RESPONSIBILITIES

= Read and observe the safety rules
o Follow a regular schedule in maintain °
ing, caring for and using your tractor.
o Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

SAE 30

OIL CAPACITY:

SPEED

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

(below 32°F)

GROUND

AGREEMENT

27-35 FT LBS

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

sections

of this

._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 (See REPAIR PARTS section of
this manual)°

(1) Large Fiat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt
3/8-16 x 1

(1) Lockwasher
3/8

(1) Hex Bolt
5/16-18× 1-1/4

(1) Locknut
5/16-18

(1) Shoulder Bolt
5/16-18

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

(1) Knob

(2) Hex Bo!ts !/4-20 × &_4

(2) Hex Nuts i14-20

(2) Washers
/32 x5/8 x !8 Gauge

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SiZE
(2) Screws
#10 x 5/8

(2) Weld Nuts
#10

(2) Lock

L_._

Washers #10

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

Parts packet separately in carton

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Latch Hook
Assemblies

Seat

Steering
Wheel Insert

Video
Cassette
Steering Wheel
Adapter

(2) Keys

Steering
Extension
Shaft
St_rmgWhe_

Parts Bag
Slope Sheet

Manual

Steering
Boot

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 REQUIIRED
ASSEMBLY

o Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock
washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.
, Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
o 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°

FOR

A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.
(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 3/4" Socket wi
drive rachet
(2) 7/16" wrenches
(1) Phillips Screw(2) 1/2" wrench
driver
(1) 3/4" wrench
(1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure
(1)Pliers
gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE
CARTON

TRACTOR

Insert

FROM

UNPACK CARTON
o Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from shipping carton (See
page 6).
o Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on
all four corners of shipping carton, and
lay panels flat.
o Check forany additional loose parts or
boxes and remove.

Wheel

/_,/_
Extension

STEERING

Bolt6 Hex

.
,'-'- __..,'.,.
Lower Steering. ,_.€_...._ ,_ "-"_'_--,
Shaft
,
' "',

, ,,

WHEEL

ASSEMBLE
BOOT

EXTENSION

o Slide extension

shaft onto lower steer-

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and
function of controls)
o Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,
o Release parking brake by depressing
clutch!brake pedal.
o Place freewheel control in freewheeling
position to disengage transmission (See
"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation
section of this manual),
• Rotl tractor forward off skid,
= Remove banding holding discharge
guard up against tractor'.

hex bolt and locknuL Tighten securely.
IMPORTANT:
Tighten bolt and nut securely to 18-22 ft. Ibs. torque.
o Place tabs of steering boot over tab
slots in dash and push down to secure.
o Position

SHAFT AND

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16

INSTALL

Adapter

Shaft
5/16 L__/5/1

BEFORE ROLLBNG TRACTOR OFF
SKSD
ATTACH

_Boot

STEERING

WHEEL

front wheels

of the tractor' so

they are pointing straight forward.
Slide steering wheel _dapter onto steering shaft extension°
o Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapter:

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

iNSTALL

CONNECT

Adjust seat before tightening
knob.

BATTERY

,_kCAUTION:
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.
• Remove cardboard packing from seat
pan and lift seat pan to raised position.
° Open battery box door and remove protective plastic°
• Remove terminal protective caps and
discard.

• Slide seat until a comfortable
position is
reached which allows you to press
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
° Get off seat without moving its adjusted
position.
o Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob
securely,
Seat
Seat Pan
Shoulder
Bolt

@
_

Fiat Washer

Adjustment Knob
CHECK

TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes,
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance°
o Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in
=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page
5 of this manual.

Discard Terminal
Proctective Caps

CHECK

Lock Washer
Flat VVasher
Hex

adjustment

o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.
o Place seat on seat pan and assemble
shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt
securely.
o Assemble adjustment knob and flat
washer loosely. Do not tighten.
Lower seat into operating position and
sit on seat.

° If this batter,! 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.
° First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown.
Tighten securely_
• Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) terminal with remaining hex
bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex
nut. Tighten securely.
o Close battery box door.
Open battery box door for:
o Inspection for secure connections
(to tighten hardware),
° inspection for corrosion
o Testing battery,
•
Jumping (if required).
•
Periodic charging.
Positive
(Red) Cable

SEAT

DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower
should be properly leveled° See
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in
and Adjustments section of this

Hex Bolt
Negative
(Black)

housing
"TO
the Service
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 sectoin of
this manual. Verify that the belts are muted
correctly°

Battery
Door

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is propedy
adjusted. See =TO ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual.
iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE
o Install two latch hooks to rnulcher plate
using screw, washer, lock washer, and
weld nut as shown.
NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch
hook by inserting weld nut from the top
with hook pointing down.
,, Tighten hardware securely.
o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.
° Place front of muicher plate over front of
mower deck opening and slide into
place, as shown.
= Hook front latch into hole on front of
mower deck°
° Hook rear latch into hole on back of
mower deck.
_CAUTION:
Do not remove discharge
guard from mower_ Raise and hold guard
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
to rest on plate while in operation.
Weld Nut From
HookPoints
The Top
Down
Weld

Lock
Washer

Latch

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safe place. Your mower is now ready for
discharging or installation of optional
grass catcher accessory.
NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades. The mutcher blades are designed
for discharging and bagging also.
CHECKLIST
PLEASE REVIEW
CHECKLIST:
All assembly
completed.

cutting results. (Tires must be properl_
inflated for leveling).
e/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulley
and inside all belt keepers.
_' Check wiring. See that al! connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUP
TRACTOR,
PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TC
THE FOLLOWING
IMPORTANT
ITEMS:

Nut
Lock Washer
Washer
Mulcher
Plate

instructions have been

No remaining loose parts in carton.
e/ Battery is properly prepared and
charged.
(Minimum 1 hour at 6 arnps)
_' Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
_' All tires are propedy inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated
at the factory).
v' Be sure mower deck is properly levele_
side-to-side!front..to-rear
for best

Latch
Hook

Washer

THE FOLLOWING

,/
,/

Engine oil is at proper level.
Fuel tank is filled with fresh, cl"ean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
v" Become familiar with all controls - thei

Screw

Deflector
Shield

location and function. Operate
before you start the engine.

Latch
Hooks

them

Be sure brake system
ing condition.

is in safe opera

It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for
the first time. Follow proper starting
and transmission
Purging instructions
(See =TO START ENGINE" and
"PURGE TRANSMISSION"
in the Op.
eration section of this manual).

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

or in literature

supplied

with the product.

E3
BATTERY

CAUTION OR
WARNING

REVERSE

FORWARD

FAST

SLOW

@
ENGtNE ON

ENGINE OFF

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

UNLOCKED

MOWER LIFT

L
A'N'ACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HIGH

LOW

KEEP AREA CLEAR

PARKING BRAKE

SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL
(Automalic Models only)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

KNOW

YOUR

TRACTOR

READ THBS OWNER'S
YOUR TRACTOR

MANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPERATING

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

Attachment
Clutch Lever

Ignition
Switch

Light Switch
Position

\
Ammeter
Lift Lever
Plunger

Throttle!Choke

Control

Attachment
Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake
Control

Height
Adjustment
Indicator

Freewheel
Control

Parking
Motion
Control Lever

Approx
Speed
3 MPH
2 MPH
1 MPH

Our tractors

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH

conform to the safety standards
National Standards
Institute.
LEVER:

Used to

MOTION CONTROL
LEVER: Selects the
speed and direction of the tractor:
ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER: Used to
raise and lower the mower deck or other

engage the mower blades or other attach
ments mounted to your tractor
LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on
and off
THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROL: Used to
control engine speed
CLUTCWBRAKE
PEDAL:

of the American

attachments
mounted to your tractor
LiFT LEVER PLUNGER:
Used to release
attachment lift lever when changing its
position
iGNITiON SWITCH: Used for starting and
stopping the engine
AMMETER:
Indicates battery charging (+)
or discharging
()
PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
FREEWHEEL
CONTROL: Disengages
transmission for pushing or slowly towing
the tractor with the engine off°

into the brake position

repairs,,We recommenda wide visionsafetymaskover the spectacles,or
standardsafetyglasses.
HOW

TO USE

YOUR

TRACTOR

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,.
TO SET PARKING BRAKE
o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold.
• Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure
from clutch/brake
pedal,, Pedal should
remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure
parking brake will hold tractor secure,,
Attachment Clutch
Lever "Engaged"
Position

Throttle/Choke
Controt
""

"Disengaged"

.,,__.<.
"Brake"
I _
Position___
_Z

..Position
Parking Brake

'
"-_ _ .

Pedal "Drive .... Disengaged"
Position
Position

"Engaged"
Position

NOTE:

BLADES

THROTTLE
CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.
o Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate,,
o Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance,,
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement is
controlled by the motion control lever,
o Start tractor with motion control lever in
neutral (N) position.
o Release parking brake and clutch/brake
pedal.
o Slowly move motion control lever to
desired position.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

Control
Lever

The position of the attachment lift lever
determines the cutting height,,
° Grasp lift lever°
o Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approximately
1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured
from the ground to the blade tip with the
engine not running° These heights are
approximate
and may vary depending
upon soil conditions, height of grass and
types of grass being mowed.
o The average lawn should be cut to
approximately
2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches during

o To stop mower blades, move attachment clutch Lever to "DISENGAGED"
position.
GROUND

DRIVE-

o To stop ground drive, depress
clutch/brake
pedal into full "BRAKE" po_
sitiono
o Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position.
IMPORTANT:
The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
ENGINE

o Move throttle

control to

. Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and
remove key_ Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.
o Never use choke to stop engine,,
NOTE: Under certain conditions when
tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass,, To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when
pping tractor on grass areas,,
CAUTION:
Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving
the operator's position, to empty grass
catcher, etc.

STOPPING
MOWER

Failure to move throttle

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

control to slow position,,
13

hot months. For healthier and better
looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth.
o 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 ON HILLS
,_kCAUTBON: Do not drive up or down
hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do
not drive across any slope. Use the slope
guide provided at the back of this manual.
o Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills°
o Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.
° If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
° if stopping is absolutely necessary, push
clutcWbrake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.
,, Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position.
IMPORTANT; The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed°
o To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
o Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.
o Make all turns slowly.
Attachment Clutch
Lever "Engaged"
Position

"Disengaged
Position

TO TRANSPORT
When pusl_ing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in freewheeling
position,
Freewheel control is located at the rear
drawbar of tractor:
,, Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
o Putl freewheel control knob out and hotd
in position by inserting retainer spring
into forward hole of control rod.
= Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH°
o To reengage transmission,
reverse
above procedure.
NOTI_: 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:

Attachment Lift
Lever High Position
/

Low
Position

BEFORE
CHECK

STARTING
ENGINE

THE ENGINE

OIL LEVEL

o 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.
o Remove oil fill cap!dipstick
and wipe
clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw
cap tight, wait for a few seconds,
remove and read oil level. If necessary,
add oil until =FULL" mark on dipstick is
reached,. Do not overfill.

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

o For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See "OIL
VISCOSITY CHART" in the Maintenance section of this manual)°
- To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.
ADD

GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank_ Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane.. (Use of leaded gasoline will
increase carbon and lead 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 freshness°
IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
dweather starting.
ARNtNG: 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

choke position and retry..
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and
above)
o 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 ° F and
below)
o When engine starts, allow engine to run
with the throttle control in the choke
position until the engine runs roughly,
then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warmup period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARM UP

empty° Use fresh fuel next season° See
Storage Instructions for additional informationo Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
_kCAUTION:
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 flamen
TO START ENGINE

o Before driving the unit in cold weather,
the transmission should be warmed up
as follows:
• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.,
o Place the motion control lever in neutral
Release the parking brake and let the
clutch/brake slowly return to operating
position,,
o Allow one minute for transmission to

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.
° Be sure freewheel control is in the
transmission

engaged

warm up. This can be done during the
engine warm up period,
o The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period after the
transmission
has been warmed up.
NOTE: At a high altitude (above 3000
feet) or in cold temperatures
(below 32 F)
the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine performance°
See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR"
in the

position.

- Sit on seat in operating position, depress
clutcl_rake pedal and set parking brake.
o Place motion control lever in neutral (N)
position,.
° Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

Service and Adjustments
manual..

GAGED" position..
° Move throttle control to choke position.

section

of this

cedure with the motion control lever
three (3) times,
° Your tractor is now purged and ready for
normal operation.
MOWHNG TiPS

PURGE TRANSMISSION
,_CAUTION: Never engage or'disengage freewheel lever while the engine is
running.
To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor
for the first time. This procedure will
remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during
shipping of your tractor.
iMPORTANT: Should your transmission
require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor.
o Place tractor safely on level surface with
engine off and parPJngbrake set.
o Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position
(See =TO TRANSPORT" in this section
of manual).
o Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position° With motion
control lever in neutral (N) position,
slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.
° Move motion control lever to full forward
position and hold for five (5) seconds.
Move lever to full reverse position and
hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this
procedure three (3) times,
NOTE: During this procedure there will be
no movement of drive wheels. The air is
being removed from hydraulic ddve sys,o
tern.
o Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position. Shut off engine and set parking
brake.
° Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See
'qO TRANSPORT" in this section of
manual).
o Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With
motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake
pedal.
o Slowly move motion control lever forward; after thetractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion
control lever to reverse position. After
the tractor moves approximately five (5)
feet return the motion control lever to
the neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-

o 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.
o The left hand side of mower should be
used for* trimming.
• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto
the area that has been cuL Have the cut area
to the right of the tractor.This will result in a
more even distribution
ofclippings
and more
uniform cutting.

o When mowing large areas, start by turning to the dght 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; tile second
to the desired height.
o Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet
grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.
o Always operate engine at full throttte
when mowing to assure better mowing
performance
and proper discharge of
matedal. Regulate ground speed by se*
lecting a low enough gear to give the
mower the best cutting performance
as
well as the quality of cut desired.
o When operating attachments,
select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance
of the attachment being used.

MULCHING

MOWING

TaPS

o Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings, When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicular to
the first cut path°
o Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week

IMPORTANT:
For best performance,
keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean after each use°
,, The special mulching blade will recut
the grass clippings many times and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into the
grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawno Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this wilt provide the best recutting action of the blades_
o Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action. The
best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried and the newly cut area will not be
exposed to the direct sun°
. For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off
only the top one-third of the grass
blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut on each pass
and mow slowly°

then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting and
graining of the lawno

Max 1/3

CUSTOMER

Check

RESPONSgBgUTIES

Brake

Operation

Check Tire Pressure

T
R

Check Operator Presence and
L.IntedOck
Systems
..............
Check forLoOse Fasteners

(A S.,_Roplsce
Mowor
Blades
Lubri=_0n
C"a,_
...............

_#'

.....

6/'7

.............
6 _'

:]
...........
_',_

,....
....

(}

,,Check

clean

Batte_

Level

Battery

and Terminals/Recharge

Check Trenssxle

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

.......

, _#P

Cooling

"Adjust Blade Belt(s)TensiOn

Change

Engine

Oil Level

Engine

_#'s

......

8##'s

Oil

€iea,'"Ai;
_,_;

Clean
Inspect

___
.............

_#'
=

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension
Check

.......
_

..........

V'21

Air Screen
Muffler/Spad_

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

Arrestor

RePl_ce Oii Filter(Ifequipped)

€ieanEngine

Cooling Fins

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

, .......

,.,,,_

Ip2 .

R_p!,a,
cesp.amPlug.......
Replace

Air Filter

Paper

Cartridge

_,acoFue,
F,,ier
.....................

J .....

I - Ch_ng_ r'r_ro of;Ion when o_perating unde€ _ hosw load o_ In h_gh m'nbtent tomporatures
2 - Set,co
mm*e often when operating tn dittyor dusty conditions

5 - If oquippod

3 - If equipped w_th otl fitter, change oil every 50 hours
4 - Flopl=o
btodos moro o[ten when mowing In sandy soil.

7 - Ttghtet_ front rode pivot bolt to 35 tL4bs maximum
Do not ovo_ghten

GENERAL

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.
o Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and
check blades and belts for wear. A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your
engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE
° Check brake operation°
o Check tire pressure.
Check operator presence and interlock
systems for' proper operation.
o Check for loose fastener&

required

if equipped

LUBRiCATiON

RECOMMENDATnONS

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 insbucted in this manual. Some

6 - Not

wib% Bdjustablo

Zerk

@ Front Wheel
Bearing Zerk

system,
with

maintenance-free

b=ttew

CHART
Spindle
Zerk
Front
Wheel
Beadng
Zerk

Engine

Clutch
Pivot(s)
@ SAE 30 or 10w30 Moto_ OIL
General Purpose Grease
Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section
!MPORTANT; Do not oi! or grease the pivot
points which have special nylon bear-ings.
Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt
that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating
bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,
use only a dr/, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly
18

TRACTOR

TO SHARPEN

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is
balanced,,
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

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
o Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 5 of this manual),
o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm rubber_
o 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,.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower
kept sharp. Replace
blades.
BLADE REMOVAL

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 it is on the mower.
o To check blade balance, you will need a
5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
balancero (When using a cone balancer,
follow the instructions supplied with balanGer)°
o Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt
or pin parallel with the ground. If blade
is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position, If either end of the blade
moves downward, sharpen the heavy
end until the blade is balanced°
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may
appear to be centered, but are not.

blades must be

Center Hole

bent or damaged
Blade
5/8" Bolt
or Pin

• Raise mower to highest position to allow
access to blade&
o Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
washer securing blade,
o Install new or resharpened blade with
trailing edge up towards deck as shown.
• Reassemble
hex bolt, lock washer and
flat washer in exact order as shown
o Tighten bolt securely
torque).
IMPORTANT:
treated.

BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery' charging system
which is sufficient for normal use°
However, periodic charging of the battery
with an automotive charger will extend its
life_

(30-35 Fto Lbs.

o Keep battery and terminals clean.
o Keep battery bolts tighL
o Keep small vent holes open.
° Recharge at 6-t0 amperes for I 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_

Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

Blade

Flat Was

BLADE

Mandrel
Assembly
Trailing

TO CLEAN

LockBolt
Washer__8__
Hex
(Grade

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

"A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be
identified by six lines on the boit head,

batten,, from tractor.

. Rinsethe batterywithplain water

used above 32°1=. 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

and

dry.
o Clean terminals and battery cable ends
with wire brush until bright.
o Coat terminals with grease or petroleum
jelly.
o Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this
manual).°

year.
Check the crankcase

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

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

oil level before start-

TO CHANGE

ENGINE

OIL

Determine temperature
range expected
before oil changer All oil must meet API
service classification
SF, SG or SH,
o Be sure tractor is on level surface,

COOUNG

o Oil will drain more freely when warm
° Catch oil in a suitable container.
o Remove oil fill cap/dipstick,
Be careful
not to allow dirt to enter the engine
when changing oil,
o Remove drain plug.
o After oil has drained completely, replace
oil drain plug and tighten securely.
o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 5 of
this manual.

The transmission fan and cooling fins
should be kept clean to assure proper
cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the
transmission is hot,
o Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan
blades are intact and clean.
,

Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials, To prevent
damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to
clean cooling fins.
TRANSAXLE
PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory
and fluid maintenance
is not required for
the life of the transaxle. Should the
transaxle ever leak or require servicing,
contact your nearest authorized service
center.

o 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,
Oil Fill
Cap/Dipstick

ENGnNE
LUBRiCATiON
Only use high quality detergent oil rated
withAPI service classification SF, SG or
SH_ Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating tern-

Oil
Drain
Plug

CLEAN
SAE VISCOS_Y GRADES

_#'

_o-

so*

1_"

AiR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn
dried gum fibers,

T_=_PERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

perature.
NOTE; Although multi-viscosity
oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.)improve
starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity
oils will
result in increased oil consumption
when
20

AIR FILTER
Yourenginewill not runproperlyusinga
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
°
=
o
o

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

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 oito

Screws

Blower Housing

o If very dirty or damaged, replace precleaner°
o Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.
• Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).
TO SERVICE

air screen

DipstickTube
Assembly

CARTRIDGE

= Remove cartridge nut.
* Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
debris from entering carburetor° Clean
base carefully to prevent debris from
entering carburetor.
,, Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat
surface. If very dirty or damaged,
replace cartridge.
o Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,
cover and secure with knob(s).
IMPORTANT:
Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean the
cartridge. They may cause deterioration
of
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not
use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.
Cover
Knob

Spark
Plug
Engine Cooling
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage_

SPARK
PLUGS
": ..... _,::
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of .''_"
each mowing season or after every 100 _
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 5 of this manual.

Cartridge
Nut

Cover ------

Screws

nN-LBNE FUEL

FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season, if fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement
is required.
o With engine cool, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.
o Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
o Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
clam.ps are properly positioned.

Paper
Cartridge

Foam
Pre-Cleaner

_Base

o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
o Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler; air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out, Water
in engine can result in a shortened engine
life.

CLEANING
o Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter_

,_kCAUTION:
o
o
=
o
°
°

Before performing any service or adjustments:

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
Place motion control 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
in contact with plug.

TO REMOVE

MOWER

o Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs.
o 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,
TO iNSTALL MOWER

Mower wilt be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor:
o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
o Move attachment
lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.
o Roll belt off engine pulley°
o Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever

° Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position,
o Slide mower under tractor with dis-

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

charge guard to right side of tractor:
o Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
° Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

Clutch
Suspension
Arms

come

Retainer
Spdng

Clutch

Engine Pulley
Front
Link

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)
_er SpOnge
(Both Sides)

Retainer
Spring
Anfi-Swaybar

TO LEVEL MOWER

HOUSING

,, Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are
equal in length. Both links should be
approximately
10-3/8"o
o If links are not equal in length, adjust
one link to same length as other link.
o To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway° Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS").
If tires are
over or undednflated, you will not properly
adjust your mower°
SIDE-TO-SIDE

on both front links an equal number of
tums.
o When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

ADJUSTMENT

o 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,

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"
against trunnion on both front links.
= To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"
from trunnion on both front tinks.
Tighten nut "E" on both front links an
equal number of turns.
= When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

o If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.
° To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment nut on that side_
° To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
link adjustment nut on that side.

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against
trunnion on both front links.
o Recheck

side-to-side

adjustment.
Mandrel

NOTE:
Each full turn of adjustment nut
will change mower height about 1/8".
o Recheck measurements
Bottom
Edge of
Mower to _-_

r_ 'l

Or°un0/l
....

after adjusting.
Bottom
_
Edge of
if _ ,f_-_ / Mower to

.....
V

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut "F"

Lift Link Adjustment Nut
FRONT-TO-BACK

ADJUSTMENT

Trunnion _

IMPORTANT:
Deck must be level side-toside. 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.

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
BELT (See Illustration Next Page)
The mower blade drive belt may be
replaced without tools. Park the tractor on
level surface. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL-

To obtain the best cutting results, the
mower housing should be adjusted so that
the front is approximately
1/8" to 1/2"
lower than the rear when the mower is in
its highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance "D" directly in front and
behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.

o Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of
this manual).
23

Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idler pulleys.
= Pull belt away from mower:
BELT INSTALLATION
= Install new belt in reverse
removal°
Mandrel
Pulley

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides°
° Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions°

order of
Idler
Pulleys

Mandrel
Pulley

TO ADJUST

BRAKE

TO REPLACE

,./our tractor is equipped with an adjustable
brake system which is mounted on the
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.
o Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage
parking brake.
= Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
o if distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-3/4'L Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".
o Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust if
necessary.
If stopping distance is still
greater than six (6)feet in highest gear,
further maintenance
is necessary.
Contact your nearest authorized service center/department.
With Parking Brake "Engaged"

MOTION

o Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual
o Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.
° Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Carefully remove belt upwards from
transmission
input pulley and over cool
ing fan blades.
= Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downward from around engine
pulley.
o Install new belt by reversing above pro
cedureo

Engine
Pulley _

Nut "A"

Nut

Stationary Idler_-_..

"_!

Input Pulley,_

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjustment
is necessary contact your nearest authorized service center/department
24

_,_

Clutching Idter--

Transmission

Arm

DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface.
Engage
parking brake. For assistance, there is a
belt installation guide decal on bottom sid
of left footrest.

TO ADJUST

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

The motion control lever has been preset
at the factory and adjustment should not
be necessary°
tf for any reason the motion control lever
will not hold its position while at a selected
speed, it may be adjusted at the friction
pack located on the right side of transmis _
sion_
o Park tractor on level surface. Stop trac-.
tor by turning ignition key to "OFF" position, and engage parking brake.
o Adjust motion control lever by tightening
adjustment Iocknut one half (1/2) turn°
NOTE: If for any reason the effort to
move the motion control lever becomes
too excessive, reverse the above adjustment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4
to t/2 turn.
Road test tractor after adjustment and
repeat procedure if necessary.
TRANSMISSION
REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT
Should your transmission require removal
for service or replacement,
it should be
purged after reinstallation and before
operating the tractor,, See "PURGE
TRANSMISSION"
in the Operation section
of this manual°

FRONT WHEEL TOE4N/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,
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
o Block up axle securely°
o Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rear
wheel contains a square key - Do not
lose).
o Repair tire and reassemble.
• On rear wheels only: align grooves in
rear wheel hub and axleoInsert square
key.
o Replace washers and snap retaining
ring securely in axle groove_
o Replace axle cover.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to stow leaks, tire sealant
may be purchased from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion_
Washers
Retaining
Ring

Axle Cover

TO START
BATTERY
Adjustment
Locknut

TO ADJUST
MENT

STEERING

WHEEL

_CAUTION:

=_,,,. Square Key
(Rear Wheel Only)

ENGINE

THAT HAS A WEAK

Lead-acid

batteries

gener_

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

ALIGN-

If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged,_ If "jumper
cables" are used for emergency starting,
follow this procedure:
RMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehicle must also be a i2 volt

if steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering
wheel and reassemble per instructions in
the Assembly section of this manual.

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

TO ATTACH

JUMPER

CABLES

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT
BULB
o Raise hood,
o Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

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

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

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully
charged battery.
° Connect the other end of the BLACK

iNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your
tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting,
o Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section of this
manual.

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,
away from fuel tank and battery.
TO REMOVE
ORDER -

CABLES,

REVERSE

o Remove BLACK cable first from chassis
and then from the fully charged battery.
o Remove RED cable last from both batteries.
Positive Terminal

TO REPLACE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.

Negative Terminal

Battery
Positive Terminal

FUSE

Negative Terminal

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
SEMBLY
o Raise hood.

AS-

o Check that holes "A" in governor control lever and hole in governor plate lineup, if holes "A" are not aligned, loosen
clamp screw and move throttle cable
until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp
screw securely,
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

o Unsnap headlight wire connector.
o Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor°
= To replace, reverse above procedures

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 caF The limiter cap
cannot be removed without breaking the
adjusting needler

Hood

Headlight
Wire
Connector

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:
ENGINE

tn general, turning idle mixture valve in
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.
Turning the idle mixture valve out
(counterclockwise)
increases the supply of
fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air
mixture.

Manintenance,
repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers
expense, may be performed by any nonroad engine repair estyablishment
or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
Governor
Control

IMPORTANT:
Damage to the needle
valve and the seat in carburetor may
result if screw is turned in too tight.

Governor
Control Plate

PRELIMINARY

SETTING

o Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments,
o Be sure the throttle control cable is
adjusted

properly

(see above).

FINAL SETTING

Holes "A"

Clamp
Screw

,, Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes.
Make final adjustments with
engine running and shift/motion control
lever in neutral (N) position.
o Move throttle control lever to stow 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 counterclock-

Throttle 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:
o With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke positiono Slowly move lever from choke to
fast position°

wise until engine runs rough. Turn
valve to a point midway between those
two positions
Release throttle lever,

ACCELERATION TESTo Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,
turn idle mixture valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until
engine accelerates smoothly=
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust- damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed setting carl be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest authorized service center/department, which has proper
equipment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments_

Idle Speed

Throttle

Screw

Lever

_/_vM_e_
Limiter

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.
,_kCAUTION: Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to coot before storing in any enclosure.
TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. This will allow you to 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).
o inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual).
o Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
o 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, batteq
may require recharging.
,, To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see 'q'_
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" i
the Maintenance section of this manual
o After cleaning, leave cables disconnect
ed and place cables where they cannot
come in contact with battery terminals.
° If batter] is removed from tractor for
storage, do not store battery directly or
concrete or damp surfaces.
ENG{NE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential fu
system parts such as carburetor, fuel fiit_"
fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also,
experience indicates that alcohol blende_
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) carl attract moisture which lea
to separation and formation of acids duri=
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM
CAUSE
Engine clicks but
wilt not start

CORRECTION

o Loose or damaged wiring.
o Faulty solenoid or starter°

o Check all wiring.
o Check/replace
solenoid
starter_

• Cutting too much
grass/too fast.
• Throttle in "CHOKE"
tion.

o Set in "Higher Cut" posF
tion/reduce speed.
o Adjust throttle control.

(conrd)

_J u...,

Loss of power

posi-

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

o Clean underside

° Dirty air filter°
o Low oil level!dirty oil.
° Faulty spark plug.

o
°
o

° Dirty fuel filter.
° Stale or dirty fuelo

=
o

o Water in fuel.

fresh gasoline.
o Drain fuel tank and carbure..

o Spark plug wire loose,
o Dirty engine air
screen/finso
°
O
o

Excessive

vibration

o
e
o

Dirty/clogged
muffler,
Loose or damaged widng,
Carburetor out of adjustmenL

tor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter,,
o Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
o Clean engine air screen!fins.

Engine valves out of
adjustment.

o Clean/replace
muffler
o Check all widng.
o See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments
section.
o Contact an authorized service center.

Worn, bent or loose blade,
Bent blade mandrel.

o Replace
boll

Loose/damaged

part(s).

Engine continues to
run when operator leaves seat
with attachment

of mower

housing.
Clean/replace
air filter.
Check oil teveVchange oil.
Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refill with

o Faulty operator-safety
presence control system.

blade. Tighten blade

Replace blade mandrel.
Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged parts.
Check wiring, switches
connections° If not

and

corrected, contact an authorized service center°

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

o Wom,
o Mower

bent or loose blade.
deck not level.

o Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower°
,, Bent blade mandrel.
Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of

,, Replace blade. Tighten blade
bolto
o Level mower deck.
o Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Replace blade mandrel.
• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING
=ROBLEM

CHART
CORRECTION

CAUSE

Poor cut - uneven

grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.

(cont'd)

IL,,I

Mower blades will
not rotate

o
o

,H,

,, Replace

mower

Frozen idler pulley.
Frozen blade mandrel°

° Replace
o Replace

idler pulley.
blade mandrel.

, ll,l,,,,i,

i ,, ,l:,

drive belt.

Engine speed too stow.

,, Place throttle control in

Travel speed too fast.
Wet grass.

"FAST" position.
,, Shift to slower speed.
,, Allow grass to dry before
mowing.
= Level mower deck.

D
0

o
0

Headlight(s) not
working (if so
equipped)

,,,

° Remove obstruction.

, ,: ,,,,,,.,,

Poor grass discharge

Obstruction in clutch
mechanism_
Worn/damaged mower
drive belt.

O
0
0
0
0

Mower deck not level.
Low/uneven tire air pressure.
Worn, bent or loose blade_

Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower_
Mower drive belt worn.
Blades improperly
installed.
Improper blades used.
Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.
Switch
Bulb(s)
Faulty
Loose
Blown

is "OFF".
burned out.
light switch.
or damaged wiring.
fuse.

o Check tires for proper air
pressure.
o Replace/sharpen
blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
,, Clean underside of mower
housing.
o Replace mower drive belt.
o Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.
o Replace with blades listed in
this manual.
o Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

Q
°
o
o
o

Turn switch "ON".
Replace bulb(s).
Check/replace light switch.
Check wiring and connections.
Replace fuse.

, ,,i,,,,,,,,,

Battery wilt not
charge

0
O
O

Bad battery cell(s).
Poor cable connections.

° Replace battery.
o Check/clean all connections.

Faulty regulator (if so
equipped).
Faulty alternator.

= Replace regulator:
o Replace

alternator.

L.........

Engine "backfires"
when turning
engine "OFF"

Engine throttle control not
set at "SLOW"
position for 30 seconds
before stopping engine.

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

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.270641

SCHEMATIC

"°° o11io
!tl

BA'T'rERY

[ ......

U'x.D

RE0

........

FUSE B0 AMP

STARTER
I_L.ACK

',-0,,(3-+---I

-_,

___)G

_ .......

CLUTCH t BRAKE
(PEDAL UP}

SEAT SWITCH
]iGNITION
SWITCH

t....

[

(NOT OCCUPIED}

,,r-£LJ___ :

.........
'o.....

ATT'MENT
fell

,,......
(OPTIONAL)
,
_

,
'

.....
_JEL,
"A \

_L*C_

ITCH

CLUTCH
F'I _ L_'3

" -,,-,-r,J_,-,_,_,_,_ ]

',._nuul_ulr_

CONNECTOR

SPARK

/
_

IGNITION

UNIT

LINE '

' _H _L_VL2',

_'-_

PLUG
GAP
(2 PLUGS ON

L
F--"--"'J
I

r'_

TWfN CYL ENGINES,)

!
CH,M_GI_Q b-"t_gel
0 _T'PIZr
3 AMP DC O _
RPM

FUEL SHUT, OFF
SOLENOID

_;_VOL'P_ _ MIN. O _
RPM
{CHARGING
SY_'T'EM D_,_,CONN_T_D)

O['-,KNGE

IGNITION SWITCH

OFF
G+ M +L
iRUNrLtG}_IT B + L

NONE
A+ Y

,RUN ....
B÷L
START
B+L +S

NONE
NONE

NOTE
YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
BROWN
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM
THE UGHTS 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
NON-REMOVABLE
SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS
CONNECTIONS
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST,

HEADLIGHTS

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

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

TRACTOR-

- MODEL

NUMBER

917.270641

--,

ELECTRICAL

+++++

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.270641

ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
6
8
16
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
28
29
30
31
32
33
40
4t
42
43
44
45
52
70

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

144925
74760412
STD551025
STD551125
STD541025
156417
153664
STD551125
73350400
147430
4152J
4799J
146147
108824X
4207J
121305X
140301
124211X
141226
109310X
156442
71110408
131563
145673
73640400
121433X
141940
140422

Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP
BoltHex Hd I/4-20unc x 3/4
Washer 9/32 × 5/8 x 16 Ga
Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4
Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Case Battery
Switch, interlock Push-In
Washer Lock 1/4
Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Harness Asm Light W/4152j
Bulb Ught #1156
Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red
Cable Battery6 Ga w/16 wire red
Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green
Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black
Sw_tchPlunger Nc Gray
Switch Ign 4 Pos
Nut Ignition
Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 TextSLT
Key lgn Molded Craftsman
Hamess Ign Man CI Am Hm 97
Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc× 1/2
Cover Terminal Red
Solenoid
Nut Keps BIk Hex 114*20Unc
Ammeler Rectangutar6 Amp
Protection Wire Loop
Harness Engine B&S 14 OHV

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US, inches
1 inch= 25,4 mm

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.270641

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

53
55
57

3
74

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER

917.270641

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY

PART

NO.

t
160392
2
t40356
3
17490612
4
19131216
5
t55272
9
!61917X013
10
STD533710
1!
t55927
12
145660
!3
155934
14
17490608
17
144983X558
I8
t26938X
25
19131312
26
STD541437
28
145198X558
29
155217
30
151287)(558
31
139976
37
17490508
38
139886
39
139887
51
73800400
52
19091416
53
145201
54
161464
55
145202
57
STD522507
60
72140606
64
t54798
74
STD541437
140
158418
142
156095
143
I54966
144
154207
t45
156524
- 5479J
NOTE: Atl component
1 inch =25,4 mm

DESCRIPTION
Chassis Assembiy
Drawbar
Screw, Thd Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4
Washer 13/32 x3/4 x t6 Gauge
Bumper Hood/Dash
Dash
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-t6 × 3/4
Panel, Dash, L H,
Clip Tinnerman Grille P#_
Panel, Dash, RH
ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
Hood Assembly
Bumper Hood
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
Nut
GriUew/Clips MS-558
Lens, GdIte
FendiFtrest Pnt STLT N HLD 558
Bracket, Fender Support
Screw Thdrol 5/16-t8 x 1/2
Pivot Bracket Assembly, L H
Pivot Bracket Assembly, R H
Nut Lock w/Insert t/4_20 UNC
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga,
Bracket Grille Pickoff LH
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7t8
Bracket Grille Pickoff RH
Bolt, F_nHex 1/4-20 UNC x 75
Bolt RdhdSqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4
Dash Lower STLT
Nut Crownlock 3/8016 UNC
Bracket Suspension Front
Plate Reinforcement STLT
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Piug,Button
dimensions given in U S inches

TRACTOR

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HUMBER

917.270641

GROUND DRIVE

72
70
I16

--66

..._50
,,-148

_lso
_

,,. 150
151

_ ,,. 51
35
62
36
19

84
27

100
105

106

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917=270641

GROUND DRIVE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
8
10
16

140607
142431
144698
154792
76020416
73800500

18
19

74780616
73800600

106933X

22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
32
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
47
48
49
50
51
52
5.3
55
56
57
59
61

145627
73350600
t06888X
19131316
76020412
145204
124236X
130807
74760512
155071
120183X
19211616
1572H
123674X
74760644
4470J
154777
19131312
127783
154407
123205X
74760624
73680600
73680500
105710X
105709X
74760620
161850
140312
17490612

62
63
64
65
66

8863R
161399
71170764
10040700
161488

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Transmission, Asm,
Spring, Rebam, Brake
Pulley, Transmission
Rod, Shift
Pin, Cotter 1/8 x I
Nut, Lock He× w/Ins 5/16-18
UNC
Bolt He× 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr5
Nut, Lock Hex wiWsh 3/8-16
UNC
Knob Rd..t/2-13 Plstc Thds,
Blk_
Rod, Brake
Nut
Spring, Rod, Brake
Washer 13/32 x 13/16x 16 Ga..
Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4
Rod, ParkJngBrake
Cap, Parking Brake
Bracket, Transmission
Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4
Shaft, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer
Pin, Roll
Pulley,Idler, Flat
Bolt
Spacer, Split
Keeper,Belt, Idler
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga,
Pulley,Idler, V_Belt
BellcrankClutch Grad Drustl
Retainer, Belt
Bolt
Nut
Nut Crowntock 5/16-28
Link, Clutch
Spring, Return, Clutch
Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 UNC x t-1/4
V-Belt, Drive
Keeper, Bett, Center
Screw, Thdrol 3/8-t6 x 3/4
Type TT
Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Bolt Hex 7/16 × 4 Gr,.5
Washer
Keeper, Belt Engine Hydro

PART
NO.

69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
81
82
83
84
86
87
88
89
90
93
94
95
96
97
98
100
103

142432
134683
141417
19132012
141418
121199X
121749X
12000001
123583X
121748)(
161081
123782X
19171216
141423
157480
19212016
12000008
158388
124346X
142564
140462
144643
4497H
144201
73510600
19111216
73940800

104
105
106
108

141421
71070516
74780520
17541026

109
116

145098
72110610

144
145
146
I47
t48
149
150
151

19111016
74490540
74490536
74490524
159103
122052..X
150935
19133210

DESCRIPTION
Screw

Guide, Belt, Mower Dnve RH
Strap, Torque, Lh
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 × 12 Ga.
Strap, Torque, Rh
Spacer, Split
Washer 25/32 × t-1/4 x 16 Ga..
Ring, E
Key, Square
Washer 25/32 × 1-5/8 x 16 Ga..
Asm, Shaft
Spring, Torsion
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x I6 Ga,
Rod, Tie
Bushing
Washer 21/32 x 1-1t4 x 16 Ga.
Ring, Clip
Console, Shift
Nut Self-Thd Wshd 114
Line Fuel
Fan 7"
Control Asm Bypass Hydro
Spring, Retainer 1"
Keeper, Belt Rh
Nut Keps 3/8-16 UNC
Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga
Nut, He× Jam Toplock 1/2-20
UNF
Arm, Control Pump 500 Hydro
Bolt, Head Hex 5/16 × 18 x t
Bolt H 5/16-18 UNC x 1-i/4
Screw He× Wh Hd #10-24 x 15/8
Adaptor Fan Hydro Lt Hyd Alum
Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/846 x 11/4
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16
Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-t8 Gr,.5
Bolt Hex 5/1648 x 2-1/4
Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 14!2
Spacer
Spacer Retainer
Bushing Nylon CoHered
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

HUMBER

917.270541

STEERING ASSEUBLY

_42

....

1tT

.._

\
_\

.7"
43

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER

917.270641

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1I
13
15
17
18
19
20
22
23
25
26
27
28
29
30
32
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
4.3
44
46
47
51
54
62
63
65
66
67
68

PART
NO.
139768
154427
156483
!57473
6266H
121748X
19272016
12000029
3366R
t56438
STD551137
154779
73901000
156546
57079
124035X
126684X
71200410
127501
I54406
126847X
136874
19131416
17490612
STD5612!0
130465
155099
152927
139769
19133808
STD541537
100711L
145054
121749X
153720
121232X
6855M
STD54143I
74780520
156594
STD523710
154780
154404
74781044
154429

DESCRIPTION
Steedng Wheel
Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL
Spindle Assembly, LH,
Spindle Assembly, R H,.
Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x I6 Gauge
Ring, Klip
Bearing, Steering Column
Draglink Extended Stamped
Washer, Lock
Bearing Axle STLT/GT
Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-1I UNC
Shaft Assembly, Steering
Washer, Thrust 515 x -,750x ,033
Support, Shaft
Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x ,062
Screw, Hex Socket 114-20x 5/8
Pittman Shaft Assembly
Bracket, Steering
Bushing, Unk, Drag
Gear, Sector
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 × 16 Gauge
Screw, Thd,,, Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4
Pin
Rod, fie
Bushing, Steering
Screw
Insert, Steering Wheel
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge
Gdpco Nut
Adaptor, Steering Wheel
Boot, Steering Shaft
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
Extension Shaft Steering LR LT
Cap, Spindle
Fitting, Grease
Nut Lock Hex wflns, 5/16-18 UNC
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 14/4
Kit Steering Asm Service
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x I Gr 5
Spacer Axle
Bearing Arm Pittman
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3t4
Axle, Brace

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S,,inches
1 inch= 2&4 mm

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917o270641

ENGINE

3
7

/
38

OPTIONAL

EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

9't7.270641

ENGINE

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
13
14
15
t6
23
29
31
32
33
35
37
38

40
44
46
62
72
78
81

PART
NO.
162157
17720410
........
137352
272293
13280324
13200300
STD551237
t59880
137180
109202X
158990
123487X
17490512
137040
......

124028X
17490412
19091416
STD551131
71070512
17490620
128861

DESCRIPTION
Control Throt/Ch Lh
Screw Hex Thd Cut 114-20x5/8T
Engine (See Breakdown) B&S Model 28U707-1174-E1
Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt
Gasket I 313 Id Tin Plated
NipplePipe 3/8 Npt X 3"
ElbowStd 90 Degree 3/8_18 Npt
Washer Lock Ext Tooth3/8
Shield Browning/DebrisGuard
Arrestor Spark
Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr
Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented
Clamp Hose BIk
Screw, Thdrot 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tyt
Line Fuel 20"
Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)
Bushing Snap Nyt BIk Fue! Line
Screw Hexwsh Thdro! 114-20x3/4
Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 51t6
Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16_18x3/4
Screw Thdrol 3/8_16x1-1/4 Tytt
Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: AlLcomponent dimensions given in U S, inches
1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR-

- MODEL

NUMBER

917.270641

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

140122
140551
STD523710
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
17490616
19131614
155925
12OO68X

Seat 3350 Blkiblk Craftsman
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1
Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push In Hinged
Nut He:
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