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Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN"

15.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270653

• Safety

•Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules

and Instructionsbefore operat-

ing 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

Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

Visit our Craltsman website:w_,w.sears,com/craftsman

Warranty.;............ :........ _......... 2

Safety Rules ._......;...... i......_,.................. 2

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

Assembly ;......,....j ...... :........................ 7

Operation _......._............. _......;........... i.... 10

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

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

Storage ............................................... 27

Troubleshooting ................................. 28

Repair Pads ........................................ 32

Pads Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO yEAR WARSANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Fdr two (2)_yearn;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 (epair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship;

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

•Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or

accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

•Riding equipment used for commemial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery Will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home

warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30

days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30

days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman

riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will

still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will

apply). This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This

Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich ma_

vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

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

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

2 remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•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

sedous injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are amajor factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you

cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow tt.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles.

• 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 not tum on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly tum over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edg

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 operatc

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 anoth(

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if

children enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behin_

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or intedere

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 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

open flame, such as awater heat-

er.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

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•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an ob_'t. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioretion,

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.

_Look for this symbol .topoint out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means _Au-

TIONI!! BECOME AWAREI!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_IbCAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always dis-

connect spark plug 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.

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•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 slope.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by 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 slope. 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.

.._. WARNING: The enaine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of Califomia to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCTSPECIFICA_ONS

3ASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

OILTYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

1.25 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OILCAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

VALVE INTAKE: .003"-.005"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST:.005"-.007"

_ROUND SPEED FORWARD:

MPH): 1sT 1.1

2 ND 1.4

3"0 2.2

4TM 3,4

5TM 4.3

6TM 5.5

REVERSE: 1.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12 PSi

_HARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

YSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

3ATI'ERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: Ul R

3LADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

rORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible depend-

ability and performance.

Should you expedence any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the prper tools to

service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor propedy.

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 a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, cedng for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and =Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

AWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-oovered land unless

the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable

local or state laws (if any). If a spark

attester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the opera-

tor.

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 Canter/Depadment (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt 5116-18 x 1-1/4

,_ Steedng Wheel

Adapter

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut 5/16-1° _(1) Lockwasher 3/8

ISteedng

Extension

Steering Shaft

Boot

Seat

(1) Washer

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

b(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Keys Video Cassette

(2) Keys Slope Sheet

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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

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from shipping carton.

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes 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 5116 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

• Place tabs of steedng 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 steerng wheel adapter from

steedng wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

Adaptc Shaft

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•Position steedng wheel so cross bars

are hodzontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

•Assemble large flat washer, 318 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

•Snap steedng wheel insert into center

of steedng wheel.

•Remove protective matedals 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.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

•Lift seat pan to raised postJon and

open battery box door.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (la-

bel located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-

10 amps. (See =BATTERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging stmctions.)

Label

BatteP

Door

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.

•Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

•Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Shoulder Seat Pan

Bolt

Flat Washer

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor offthe skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractorfrom

the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location end

functlon of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift tever 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 sectlon for location and

functlon of controls)

_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.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(if previously removed)

• Re'me and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

•Place front of mulcher 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.

ACAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold

shield when attaching mulcher plate and

allow it to rest on plate while in opera-

tion. Mulcher

Deflector Plate

Latch

jlr Hooks

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 mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and begging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovefin-

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 DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you leam 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.

/CHECKUST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND

SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.

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PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is propedy 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

ovefinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is propedy

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 .property around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are propedy

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATFENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

•/Become familiar with all controls -their

location and function. Operate them

before you start theengine.

/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 REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENG,NEONENG,NEOFFO,'PRESSOREL,ONTSONOV_,_T_.P_=

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKINGBRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE

_(_) ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER; KEEP HANDS AND FELT AWAY FREE WHEEL

(Automa_Moth o,_y)

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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of

vadous controls and adjustments. Save this manuel for future reference.

Attachment

Clutch

Ignition Switch

Amme_r

ThrottleControl

Lift

..... "- Lever

.... "-"" Plunger

Attachment

Li_ Lever

Clutch/Brake Height

Pedal "- ...... °

Parking Brake Lever

GearshiftLever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL -Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER -Selects the speed

and direction 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 -Tums the headlights or

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER -Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL -Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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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.

HOWTO 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. AttachmentClutch Lever

=Engaged", Position

_gniUon Key

__//'Disengaged"

Thro.ttl.e_f.-:_5_ PositJon

Contro_ \, _K /Parking Brake

-, ._ ',,_,, \_'_)/ =Engaged"

_iutch/ -_.:.________S.--._ Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

•"io 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'.

•Tum 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 conditionswhen

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,

ACAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as dascribed above, before

leaving the operators position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTrLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the bast 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 MOWER CU'I-rlNG

HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lilt lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately %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

12 mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng the

cool season and to over 3 inches

dudng hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

, For best cutting pedormance, 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 dutch control.

_1_CAUTION: Do not operate the

mower without either the entire grass

catcher, on mowers so equipped, or

the deflector shield In place.

Attachment

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Low

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TO OPERATE ON HILLS

A CAUTION: Do not ddve 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

ATrACHMENTS

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 aslope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of yourtractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

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, ralnsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few 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.

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Oil Fill Cap/

_Dipstick

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ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with aminimum 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.

WARNING: Experience indicates that

aTcoholblended 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.

_IbeCAUTION: Fillto bottom of gas tank

r 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/breke pedal and set

parking brake.

•Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" poe_Qn.

• Move throttle €ontrettochoke pnsition,

NOTE: Before sty, 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 ° F and

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° F and

below)

•When engine starts, allow engine to

run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly,then move throttle controlto

fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up pedod from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-

ing on the temperature.

•The attachments can also be used

dudng the engine warm-up pedod.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor-

mance. See =TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

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MOWING TIPS

• 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.

•Ddve so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the dght of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

tuming to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

ddveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand tums until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire h_ard 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 operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

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MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass 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 lawn.

Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

•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

eaHy aftemoon. At this time the gi'ass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

•For bast 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.

•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 perpen-

dicular to the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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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.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

a_sure 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

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(_)SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

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_)REFER TO Maintenance =ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bearings.

Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubricat-

ing bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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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 sectJonof

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. "l]re sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working property. If your

tractor does not function as dascdbed,

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 withoutfirst 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 resharpaned 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.

Trailing Edge Up Mandrel A,ssembly

Blade Center # b,_q_

Flat 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 (>one

balancer, follow the instructions

supplied with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use anail 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 a hodzontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

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BAI"rERY

Your tractor has a battery charging

system which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend

its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or

covers. Adding or checking level of

electrolyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BA'I-rERY 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 transaxlefree frombuild-upofdirt

and chaffwhichcan restrictcooling.

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.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosityoils

(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 en-

gine 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 ayear 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 flit 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, re-

place oil drain plug and tighten se-

curely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate read-

ing. Keep oil at =FULL" line on dipstick.

Oil FillCap/

Dipstick

Oil Drain

Plug

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept frse of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine:damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dded gum fibers.

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Engine Cooling Fins

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 oft engine.

• Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry

of dirt.

•Use compressed air or stiff bdstle

brush to thoroughly clean engine

cooling fins.

•To reassemble, reverse above

procedure.

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Dipstick T_ _

Assembly _Spark

Plug

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 oft 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 pro-

cleaner.

•Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

•Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove cartridge nut.

•Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debds from entering carburetor. Clean

base carefully to prevent debds from

entedng carburetor.

•Clean cartddge by tapping gently on

flat sudace. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartddge.

•Reinstall cartddge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartddge. They may cause detedora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or

dry cartddge.

Cover Knob

Pre-Cleaner ._ Cartddge

"Base

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 _Clamp

Fuel Filter

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CLEANING

ilean 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.

tWoedo not recommend using agarden

se to clean your tractor unless the

eloctricai system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a short-

ened engine life.

_CAUTION: 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.

iMake the blades and all have completely stopped.

sure moving parts

Disconnect spark _lug 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 off 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 spdngs.

•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 onto 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.

Suspension Arms °, -J ;'"_ SquareHole

Link

Retainer

Anti-Swa_ Springs

(Both S_les)

Housing Guide

Large Spring

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

AdjuSt the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires areproperly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

undednflated, 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 tum of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8'.

•Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to mower to

ground _ground

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Arm

Adjustment

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

side. If the following front-to-beck

adjustment is necessary, be sure to

adjust both front links equally so mower

will stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front is approximately 1/8"to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure 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 =F"

against trunnion on both front links.

•To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut =E"on both front links an

equal number of tums.

• When distance =D"is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut =P"

against trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both FrontUnks Shouldbe Equalin Length

=E"

Front Links

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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 Idler

•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 centeddepartment.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

Arm

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the traneaxle.

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 tum nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut =A".

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TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level sudace. 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-

Clutchingldlert

Sta_onary er

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transexle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset

at the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

• Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

•Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

• Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

•Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate

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AdjustmentBolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

hodzontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest

authorized service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining dng 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 end snap retaining

ring secumty in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. "13resealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washer

Retaining

Axle

Cover

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Square Key /'

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATI'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 systen

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicle.=

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable t<

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short agalm

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.

PositiveTerminal NegativeTerminal Ke Hex

Nut Bolt

Battery

Positive Ten_.nal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

A CAUTION: Do not short battery

termir_Ls by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wdstwatch

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

nut as shown, Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and nut. Tighten securely.

•Close battery box door.

Sea

Battery

Door

IRed) Cable Negative (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.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poody,stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical widng

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 HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

•Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine end lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedure.

e_dli°°dghtWire

onnector

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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-road engine repair establish-

merit or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authodzed 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 de-

scdbed 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 governor

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

ControlLever ControlPlate

\.

\

Clamp

Screw Throttle

Holes "A' 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, tuming 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

dcher 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 assem-

bled 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. Tum valve to a point midway

between those two positions. Release

throttle lever.

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ACCELERATION TEST

•Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out

(counter-clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust---damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed, overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous, if you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

rized service center, which has proper

equipment to make any necessary

adjustments.

Idle Speed Throttle

Screw Lever

Idle Mixture

Valve With

Urniter

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Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_. CAUTION: Neverstore the tractor

with 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

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a dean, 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, belts 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.

BAI"FERY

•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 "TO CLEAN BATTERY

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

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank dudng storage.

Also, expedence indicates that alcohol

blended fuels 9called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids dudng storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in 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 fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

aitemative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits dudng 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).

•Turn ignition key to USTAR'I" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

•Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline 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 while

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Will not start * Out of fuel.

Hard to start

Englnewlll not

turn over

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!, Engine not "CHOKED _

properly.

• Engine flooded.

• Bad spark plug.

•Dirty air filter.

•Dirty fuel filter.

• Water in fuel.

•Loose or damaged widng.

•Carburetor out of adjustment

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjustment

•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).

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

carburetor, refilltank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

•Check all wiring.

•See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

I' section.

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 fresh gasoline.

•Check all widng.

•See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

•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.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine clicks but •Weak or dead battery. • Recharge or replace battery.

will not start •Corroded battery terminals. • Clean battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring. , Check all wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter. • Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Loss of power

Excessive

vibration

Englnecontinuee

to run

when operator

leaves seat

with attachment

clutch engaged

•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.

•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.

•Set in =Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

•Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filte!'.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

Clean engine air ecreen/fins.

Clean/replace muffler.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments section.

Contact an authorized

service canter/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 autho

rized service canted

department.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

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PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Poor out -uneven

Mower bladeswill

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(If so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine

"backfires" when

tumingenglne

"OFF"

• 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.

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

•Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

• Lowluneven tire air pressure

•Wom, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

•Mower drive bell worn.

•Blades impropedy installed.

•improper blades used.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

•Switch is "OFF'.

•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 alternator.

•Engine throttle control

not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

•Replace blade. TIghton

blade bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Place throttle control in

=FAST" position.

•Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

•Level mower deck.

•Check tires for proper air

pressure.

!• Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade boll.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace mower drive bell.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Tum switch =ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

•Check/replace light switch.

• Check widng and connec

tioos.

•Replacefuse.

• Replace battery,

•Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

•Replace altemator.

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•Move throttle controlto

"SLOW" position and allow

toidla for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270653

"BATTERY

AMMETER

(OP11(_'qAq

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IGNITION

SWITCH

IGm swrrclt

FUSE

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CLUTCH/BRAKE

(PEDALuP)

EtJCK

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NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BAI"rERY, 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.

•lSUtJkl"_OCUPS

HEAOUGHTS

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NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIff3 WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270653

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

8 156417 Case Battery

16 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-in

21 166182 Hamese Asm LightW/4152J

22 4152J BulbLl_t #1156

24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

26 166180 Fuse 15AMP

27 73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

29 121305X SwitchPlungerNc Gray

30 163968 $wltch_

33 140403 Key Ign

40 170217 Hamese Ign

41 71110408 BoltBIk. FinHex 1/4-20Uncxli2

42 131563 Cover TerminalRed

43 145673 Solenoid

4,5 121433X Amrseter Rectangular6 Amp

52 141940 ProtecllonWi_ Loop

70 170243 Engine Hemees

NOTE: NI component dimensionsgive inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270653

CHASSISANDENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 169830

2 16g061

3 17060612

5 155272

9 168337X013

10 STO533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 17210",'X010

17 144983X558

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 166271X558

29 155217X599

30 164918X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 16_834

51 738004(X)

52 lg091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

60 S10533707

64 1547g8

74 STD54143"/

142 165867

143 154,966

144 154207

145 156524

206 170165

207 1767(3508

208 17670608

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DESCRIPTION

Chassis

Drav/oar

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

BumperHood/Dash

Dash.

Bolt,Canfage 3/8-16 x 3/4

Panel, Dash, L.H.

Clip"rlnnermanGdlleP/t.

Panel, Asm. SLKSCR Dash R.H.

HoodAssembly

BumberHood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut, Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 UNC

Gdltew/CtipsMS-558

Lens, Grille

Fender

Bracket, Fender Support

Screw Thdrol5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

Bracket asm Pivot Mower Rear

Nut Lock w/Inasrt 1/4-20 UNC

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Gdlte Plckoff !_H

Screw Hex WSHD 8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Gdlle PIckofl RH

Bolt, Fin Has 1/4-20 UNC x .75

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC

Dash Lower STLT

Nut, Crownfock3/8-16 UNC

PlatoReinforcementSTLT

Bracket Swayt)ar Chassis

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot ChasslstHood

BoltShoelder 5/16-18

Screw Thdrol5/16-18 x 1/2

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Plug, Button

NOTE: All componentdimensions give in U.S. inches

1 inch,= 25,4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27_53

GROUND DRIVE

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GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 Traneexie (See Breakdown) 61 17060612

PeerlessModel206-545C 62 8883R

Spdng Return Brake Tla Zk,,c 63 140186

Pulley Transaxle 18/20"tires 64 71170764

RingRetainer #5100-62 65 STD551143

Strap Torque 30 Degrees 66 154778

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 70 134683

Rod Sh|tterFender STLT 72 19132012

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad 74 137057

Washer Pleta SN 388 Sq Hole 75 121749)(

Bolt 1/4-28unf G/3 W/Patch 76 STD581075

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 114 77 123583X

Nut Lock Hx wilns 5/16-18 UNC 78 121748X

Bolt Fin Hax 3/8-16uno x 1 Gr.5 80 131486

NutLockHexW/|ns. 3/8-16Uno 81 165594

Knob Rd 1/2-13 Plstc Thds BIk 82 165711

Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840 83 19171216

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 84 166228

Spdng Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 85 150360

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 89 158391X428

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad 90 124346X

ROdBrake Parking Lt/Yt 96 STO624003

Cap Brake Paddng 112 19091210

Bracket MtgTransaxle 113 127285X

Keeper Belt LH LT 14 Ga 116 72110610

Bolt HexHd 5/16-18uno x 3/4 145 74490540

Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 150 165850

Beadng Nylon BIk 629 Id 151 19133210

Washer 21/32 x I x 16 Ga 156 166002

Pin Roll 3/16 x 1" 158 165589

Pulley Idler Flat 159 165494

Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16uno x 2-3/4 Gr. 5 161 72140406

Spacer Split395 x 59 BZp

Keeper Bert Idler 162 73680400

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga 163 74780416

Pulley Idler

BellcrankClutchGrad Dry STL 164 19091010

Retainer Belt StyleSpdng 165 165623

BoY(Hex Hd 3/8-16unc x I-I/2 166 166880

NutCrownlock 3/8-16 UNC 168 165432

Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 169 165580

Link Clutch 766 197 169613

Spdng ReturnClutCh6 75 198 169593

Bolt Fin Hax 3/8-16 uric x 1-1/4 202 72110612

V-Belt Gd Drive

Keeper Belt RH LT Pnt/zioc 169

Keeper Belt Centarspan

2 146682

3 123666X

4 12O0OO28

5 121520X

6 17060512

8 165866

10 STD561210

11 105701X

13 74550412

14 10040400

16 STD541431

18 STD523710

19 STDr'J,1437

21 106933X

22 1308O4

24 STD541237

25 106888X

26 b'3D551037

27 S'ID561210

28 145204

29 71673

30 130807

31 127275X

32 STD523107

34 155071

35 120183X

36 STD551_62

37 STD571810

38 131494

39 STD533727

40 4470J

41 165838

42 19131312

47 127783

48 154407

49 123205X

5O STD523715

51 STD541437

52 STD541431

53 105710X

55 lC6709X

56 STD523712

57 130801

58 127274X

59 169691

DESCRIPTION

Scraw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Cover Pedal BIkRound

Pulley Eng Ct Mech 38deg LTPtT

BottHex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr5

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

Keeper Belt Engine

Guide Belt Mower Ddve RH

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

Spacer Axle

Washer 25/32 x 11/4 x 16 Ga

E-dng#5133-75

Key Square

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

Arm, Shift

Shaft Assembly

Spring,Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gat.v3e

LinkTransaxle

Nut, Nylock

Console, Shift,STLT

Nut, Self-Thraading,Washer Hd 1

Retah'terSpflng1,,

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga

BtrapTorque

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.25

BoltHex FLGHD 5/16-18G r.5

Bushing

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srtted5/161D x I .125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4

Gr. 5

NutCrowntock114-20UNC

Bolt Hex Fin 114-20UNC x 1

Gr. 5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga,

Bracket Pivot Laver

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Boltshoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt

NyfinerSnep-ln 5/8=ID

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105"

Belt Carr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr.'5

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgive InU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 156483

4 157473

56266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 1200O029

93366R

10 169832

11 STO551137

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 srD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47

51 S'fD541431

54 74780520

16790_

63 S'IO523710

65 160367

66 1544O4

67 72140618

68 169827

79 19132012

8O 7495O612

82 169635

SteeringWheel

Front Axle Assembly

Spindle Assembly,LH.

SpindleAssembly, R.H.

Beedng, Race, Thrust,Hardened

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

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

Ring, KIIp

Bearing,Sleering Column

Unk, Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Beadng, Front Axle

Nut, Hex Flange Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Screw HexWSH HDTorx

Pltlman Shaft Assembly

Bracket, Steedng

Bushing, Unk, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pin

Rod,Tie

Bushing,Steering

Screw TT #10-32x 5 x 318Flange

Cap Wheel Steer OPP BIk

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

GripcoNut

Adaptor,Steedng Wheel

Boot, Steering Dash P/L Mtl BIk

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

ExtensionStasdng Non-Adjust

Cap, Spindle

Rtttng,Grease

Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 UNC

Bo_tFir=Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

KH,Steedng Assembly, Service

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

Spacer Axle Brans

Beadng ArmPittman

Bolt Rdnd Sq 3/8-16 UNC x 2-1/4

Brace Axle

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

Bolt Hax Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastener ChristmasTree

1 inch= 25A mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162157

2 17720410

3 ........

4 137352

13 165291

14 13280324

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 169637

29 137180

31 10g_202X

32 1589g0

33 123487X

37 137040

40 124028)(

44 17490412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17060620

81 73510400

ControlThroffie/Choke

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

Engine (See Breakdown)

Brigg,sModel28U707-1174-E3

Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

Gasket I 313 |d T_nPlated

Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"

EtbowStd90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

ShieldBRN/DBR Guard

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel I 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

Clamp Hose Bfk

Line Fuel 20'

Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)

BushingSnap Ny_Blk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

Screw Hexwsh Thdrot 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 X 718X 16ga

Washer Lock HW Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4

Screw 3/8-16x1-1/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

NOTE: Alloomponent dimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140122

2 140551

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 1450O6

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 155925

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO.

Seat 3350 BIk/olk Craftsman 13 121248X

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 15 134300

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 16 121250X

Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976X

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Uric 21 171852

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431

Screw3/8-16 X 1-1/2 24 19171912

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

DESCRIPTION

BushingSnap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 127 BlltPnt

Nut Lock 114Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hax Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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14

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KEY PART

NO, NO,

1 156368

2 167178

3 163200

4 163202

5165388

6 133644

8 166887

9 1632O4

t0 156439

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Opar. Instr. 11 163207

Desal, Reptcmnt 12 146046

Decal, Hood Rh 13 163250

Oeca|,Hood Lh 14 160396

Decal, Hp En_line 20 149516

Oecal, Maintcustomer Se_rs Dora -- 138311

Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 - -165800X428

Decal, FenderCraftsman -- 165799X428

Decal, Fender Danger -- 173027

- - 173028

WHEELS&_RES

U

4,10

11

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Fender

Dec,at, VJoeltDr Sch

Decal, Dash

Oecal, V-heR Schematic

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad, FootrestLH STLT

Pad, Footrest RH STLT

Manual,Owner's (English)

Manual,Owner's (Spanish)

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X427

6 278H

? 90401-1

8 100108X427

9 106268X

10 7152,.I

11 104757X

-- 144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tim

Stem Value

Tire FTs 15X60-6 Service

Tuba Inner Front#35060

RimAsm 6"frontWhite Service

FittingGrease

Seadng Range

RimAsrn8"rear White Service

Tim R Ts 18x9 5-.8Sendce

Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

Cap Axle Blk 1 50X1 O0

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 klch = 25A mm

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32

31

32

13

19

20

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LIFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm Inner SpdngW/Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift RH

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 1200O002 ERing #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

6 120183X BeadngNylong

7 125631X GdpHandle Ruted

8 122365X ButtonPlunger Reacl

11 139865 Link Asm Lift LH,

12 139866 Unk Asm Lift R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 167253 Unk Front

16 73350600 NutJamHex 1/2_13Unc

17 130171 TrurmionBIkZinc

18 _Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 138668 ArmSuspensionMower

20 163552 RetainerSpdng

31 140302 Beadng, Pvt, Lift. Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgivenIn U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWERDECK

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161

IS2

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21

28

29

22

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25

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 165892 MowerDeckAssembly,42" 52 139888

2 STD533107 Bolt 53 131845

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 54 133943

Front 55 155O46

4 165460 Brecket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 56 165723

5_40(_ RetairlerSpdng 59 141043

6 130632 Arm, Suspension, Rear 67 149846

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 68 144959

8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 92 STD541437

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 101 136420

11 134149 Blade,Mulching 102 71161010

12 129895 Beadng, Ball 103 19061216

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, MandraI, Vented 104 STD551110

(Includes Key 105 160793

Number12) 106 2029J

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel, Vented 128 153390

15 110485X Bearing,Boll, Mandrel 129 19131312

16 140329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 130 S'10523710

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16.18x5/8

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 131 S_710

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 142 165890

21 STD541431 NutCrownlockS/16-18UNC 143 157109

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 144 158634

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 145 165888

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 146 165891

25 123713X Spdng,Torsion, Detlector 147 131335

26 11045,?.X Nut, Push 148 169022

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflactor 149 165898

28 19111016 Washer 11/32xS/8x16Ga. 150 19091216

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 151 169670

30 157722 ScrewThdrolWeaherHesd 152 169676

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 153 160674

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 154 169675

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Ranged 155 169671

34 STD533717 Bolt 156 169672

35 133835 Fastner, ChdetmaeTrae 157 169669

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 158 17720410

37 _10Q7 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16 15972140614

Gauge -- 130794

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16 UNC

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. - - 169583

45 _4003 Retainer

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Rolt 1/4-20 x 5/8

48 133.944 Washer, Hardened

49 155066 RollerAesembly,Gain Follower

50 131340 BoR,Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

51 STD841410 Locknut

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer,Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

KnobCustom Oval

V-Bait

Nut

MulcherCover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Washer Felt

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

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

Gr. 5

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8.16UNC x 1

Arm SpdngBrake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler42"

Keeper Belt42" ClutchCable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Cardage Idler

Spring Extension

Spdng ReturnIdler

Retainer SpringYellow Zinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch42 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spdng Retainer

Spring RetentionLever

Spacer

RndChJtch

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly(IncludesKey

Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Deck, Order Separately Mulcher

Plate andGauge Wheal

Components, Key Nce. 101-106

and 111-121)

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U. S.

Inches 1 Inch =25/4 mm

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160

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PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079

2 780086A Needle Beadng 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 78369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690

8 792180 Shift Key 48 774691

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) 54 778346

(Include, 14) 56 778355

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 57 778337

(Include. 13) 58 778353

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351

17 786188 Drive Pin 60 778349

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 778345

20 792077A Ball 5/16" dia 65 780189

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

22 792079 Spring .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 Retaining Ring 71B 788092

26 788040 Retaining Ring 76 780090

29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x

.031W 77 788078A

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x 79 792144

.031W 82 778333

29B 780051 Thrust Washer ,762 ID x

.031W 83 778338

29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .632 85 792154

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x 87 788089A

.032W 150 788093A

31 780001 Flat Washer ,750 ID x .056W 157 788088A

(Use As Needed) 180 730229A

31A 780195 Flat Washer .750 ID x .062W 900 794712

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8"

34 780194 Bushing .563

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 /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

DESCRIPTION

Brake Lever

Screw 114 - 20 x I-I 14"

Screw I/4 - 20 x 2 I14"

Locknut 5 116 - 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 (17 teeth)

Spur Gear (21 teeth)

Spur Gear (24 teeth)

Spur Gear (25 teeth)

Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W

Input Shaft

Shifter & Brake Shaft

Retaining Ring

Spacer .890

Square Cut Ring

"O" Ring

Flat Washer 1.128 ID x

.058W

Inverted Retaining Ring

Spring .430 OD x .5000 L

Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13

teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Oil Fill Plug

Oil Seal 9/16"

Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

Oil Seal 3/4"

Gear Oil 80W90

Replacement MST -206-545

Transaxle

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

I 496412 CylinderAssembly 78 94832

2 399265 Beadng, Cylinder 87 491323

3 391086 * Seal, Oil 93 281346

4 494238 Base, Engine 94 498030

5 691165 Head, Cyl'mder 95 94098

7 273280 *** Gasket, Cylinder Head 98 495800

8 495735 Breather Assembly 104 231789

9 27803 * Gasket, Valve Cover 165 231855

t0 94621 Screw, Sems 106 231854

11 281246 Tube, Breather 108 224558

12 271916 *Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 108A224540

.015" 111 262715

271997 * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 117 232118

.005" 232119

271996 * Gasket, Crankcase Cover, 121 690791

.009" 123 94913

13 94728 Screw, CylinderHead 125 499153

15 94239 Plug, OilDrain 127 - - -

16 498971 Crankshaft 130 224539

94196 Timing Gear Key 131 494379

20 291675 * Seal, Oil 133 494381

22 94624 Screw, Sems, Base Mounting 137 281165

23 492326 Flywheel and Ring Gear 138 281164

Assembly, Magneto t41 495097

24 222696 Key, Flywheel

25 495860 Piston Assembly, Standard 141A495931

Size

495977 Piston Assembly, .0t0" t42 232117

Oversize 146 94196

495978 Piston Assembly, .020" 164 690193

Oversize 166 94555

495979 Piston Assembly,.030" 171 281051

Oversize 186 493496

26 495854 Ring Set, Piston, Standard 187 298099

Size 186 94627

495852 Ring Set, Piston, .OlO" t92 492160

Oversize 201 262767

495851 Ring Set, Piston, .020" 209 260695

Oversize 216 262766

495855 Ring Set, Piston, .030" 219 490815

Oversize 222 495611

27 263129 Lock, Piston Pin 224 94905

28 498319 Pin Assy., Piston, Standard 225 495157

Size 227 493935

498320 Pin Assy., Piston, .005" 230 94742

Oversize 232 262785

29 494504 Rod Assembly, Connecting 238 262836

495490 Rod Assembly, Connecting, 240 394358

.020" Undersize Crankpin 265 221535

Bore 284 94704

32 94695 Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1-

57164

32A 94648 Screw, Hex Washer Head, I-

5/8

33 495856 Valve, Exhaust

34 495857 Valve, Intake

35 262811 Spdng, Valve

37 224502 Guard, Flywheel

40 224641 Retainer, Valve Spring

45 262411 Tappet, Valve

46 496884 Gear, Cam

51 273650 **** Gasket, Carburetor

(Carburetorto Elbow)

52 692138 *** Gasket, Carburetor

(=Elbowto Cylinder)

53 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mounting

76 225136 Washer, Spring

Screw, Pan Head

*Seal Governor Shaft

Bushing, Throttle Shaft

Valve, Needle

*" Screw, Throttle

Screw, Idle Speed

** Pin, Float Hinge

"" Valve Fk3at

** Seat, Inlet Valve

Valve, Choke (Manual ChekE

Valve, Choke (Choke-A-Mati(

Spring Choke

*° Jet, Needle Valve (Std.)

Jet, Needle Valve (Hi-Ait.)

Carburetor OverhaulKit

Screw, Elbow Mounting

Carburetor Assembly

°* Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

Valve, Throttle

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Float, Carburetor

.... Gasket, Float Bowl

****Washer, Bowl

Choke, Shaft Kit (Manual

Choke)

Choke, Shaft Kit (Choke-A-

Matic)

** Nozzle, Carburetor

Key, Timing Gear

Manifold, Intake

Stud, Rocker Arm

Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting

Connector, Hose

Line, Fuel (Cut to Suit)

Screw, Seres

Screw Assembly,RockerArm

Link, Governor

Spdng, Governor

Link, Choke

Gear, Governor

Plate, Governor Control

Screw, Seres, Air Cleaner

Crank, Governor

Lever Assembly,Governor

Washer. Governor Crank

Spdng, Govemor Link

Cap, Valve

Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line)

Clamp, Casing

Screw, Hex Head

_ncLododin Gasket Set (691580)

*° Included in Carburetor Kit (690191)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (691580) and

Valve Overhaul Kit (691581)

.... Included in Gasket Set (691580),

Carburetor Kit (690191) and Carburetor

Gasket Set (690192)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

294 810068

304 496280

305 94786

306 225020

307 94930

309 693054

310 497602

3tl 497608

333 495859

334 94731

337 491055

346 93705

356 497708

358 691580

363 19203

383 89838

423 94903

445 493909

467 493903

468 494439

474 393474

482 93621

510 497606

523 495230

524 281370 *

525 496113

535 272403

537 281106 *

544 497603

552 491986

562 94907

592 231978

601 93053

614 93306

615 263080

634 494453 **

634A 494455 "*

635 280872

646 224546

657 94906

663 94620

718 230192

726 399676

727 490324

728 94951

729 281390

729A225170

741 262932

757 213998

758 399891

759 296909

761 94593

783 693059

801 394856

802 497605

603 497604

842 270920

847 496415

851 224110

668 494435

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Screw, Set

Housing, Blower

Screw,Hex, Head,

Blower Housing Mounting

Shield, Cylinder

Screw, CylinderShield

Motor, Starter

Bolt, Thru

BrushSet

Armature, Magneto

Screw, Seres, Armature

Mounting

Plug, Spark

Screw, Hex Head

Wire Assembly

Gasket Set

Puller, Flywheel

Wrench, Spark Plug

Screw, Soms

Cartridge, Air Cleaner

Knob, Air Cleaner

Screen, Flush Rotating •

Stator, Alternator

Screw,Seres

Ddve, Starter

Cap and Dipstiok,Oil Filler

Seal, Filler Tube

Tube, Oil Filler

Element, Filter

O-Ring, Air Cleaner

Armature, Starter

Bushing, Governor Crank

Bolt, Cardage

Nut, Hex

Clamp, Fuel Pipe

Pin, Cotter

Retainer

Seal, Spdng Assy.

Seal, Spdng Assy.

Bout, Spark Plug

Brace, Air Cleaner

Screw,Sems

Screw, Serf-Tapping

Pin, Dowel

Gear, Ring

(IncludesMounting Hardware)

Cover, Starter

Screw, Torx_

Clip, Wire

Retainer, Wire

Gear, Timing

Link, Counterweight

CounterweightAssembly

Pin, Counterweight

Screw, Counterweight

Gear, Starter

Cap, Ddve

Cap, End

Housing, Starter

Seal, Od Filler Cap

Fill Group,Oil

Terminal, IgnitionCable

Seal Assembly,Valve

Gasket, Valve

871 262835 Bushing, Guide (Intake &

Exhaust)

872 281361 Cover, Air Cleaner

875 495862 Body,Air Cleaner

877 393456 Diode and Connector

Assembly

947 497672 Solenoid

965 94010 Nut, Hex

975 495933 Bowl Assembly,Carburetor

977 690192 Carburetor Gasket Set

987 281166 ** Seal, Throttle Shaft

1005 281400 Fan, Flywheel

1006 224413 Retainer, Fan

1019 496758 Label Kit

1022 272475"** Gasket, Cover

1023 224552 Cover, Rocker Arm

1026 494432 Rod, Push, Intake

495136 Rod, Push, Exhaust

1029 224554 Arm, Rocker

1033 691581 Valve Overhaul Kit

1034 495248 Guide Assembly,Push Rod

1036 499364 Label Kit, Emissions

1044 94673 Screw, Hex Head

1058 272623 Manual, Owner's

1090 497607 Retainer, Brush

1091 261364 Cap, Limitar

2500 28N707-1026Replacement Engine

-- 496050 Replacement Shortblock

RPM Settings: Low: 1650-1850,

High: 3200-3400

* Included in Gasket Set (691580)

** Includedin Carburetor Kit (690191)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (691580) and

Valve Overhaul Kit (691581)

.... Included in Gasket Set (691580),

Carburetor Kit (690191) and Carburetor

Gasket Set (690192)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

55

56

57

58

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

"_"

SIGHTING

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

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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.

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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

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am -11 pm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirectsM

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 aweek

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am -5 pm, Monday -Saturday

1-800-827-6655

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