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Owner's Manual

ICRRFTSMRWI
16 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270671

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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts

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

For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

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

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

website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Maintenance .......................................16
Service and Adjustments....................20
Storage ...............................................27
Troubleshooting .................................28
Repair Parts........................................32
Parts Ordering .....................Back Cover

Warranty ...............................................2
Safety Rules .........................................3
Product Specifications ..........................5
Assembly ..............................................7
Operation ............................................10
Maintenance Schedule ......................16

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENTPARTS
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is
maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's
manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in
material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your
Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty
service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this
product is in the United States.
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.
• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting
objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,
electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the
proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions
contained in the owner's manual.
• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its
purchase date.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding
equipment proves defective in material or workmanship
and our testing determines
the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to
your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip
charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
To locate the nearest sears service center or to schedule in-home warranty service,
simply contact sears at 1-800-4-myohome
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which may vary from state to state.
Sears,

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is
capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
GENERAL OPERATION

can result in severe injury or death. All
slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on
it, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope,
• Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These can change
the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
DO NOT:

• 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 absolutely necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher or the
guard in place.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or
unloading the machine into a trailer or
truck.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60
years and above, are involved in a
large percentage of riding mowerrelated injuries. These operators should
evaluate their ability to operate the
riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious
injury.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to lossof-control and tipover accidents, which

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments.
The mower could
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible
adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
3

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

• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's
recommended
parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.

• 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
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.

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

• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers or children
even with the blades off.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere
with safe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),
not across.

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 necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually 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
_UWrtractor.
ARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

,_Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEAWARE!!!
YOUR
_(_FETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always
disconnect spark plug wire and place wire
_j_lLereit cannot contact spark plug.
CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE
CAPACITY
ANDTYPE:

1.25 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

31LTYPE
API-SF/SG/SH):

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F
SAE 5W-30
(below 32°F)
3.0 PINTS

OIL CAPACITY:
SPARK PLUG:
GAP: .030")

CHAMPION

VALVE
CLEARANCE:

INTAKE:
.003"-.005"
EXHAUST:.005"-.007"

3ROUND
',MPH):

SPEED FORWARD:
1sT
2 N°
3 R°
4 TM
5 TM
6 TM
REVERSE:

]IRE PRESSURE:

Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact
your nearest authorized service center/
department. We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools
to service or repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".
REPAIR AGREEMENT
A Repair 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 maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.

RC12YC

1.1
1.4
2.2
3.3
4.4
4.9
1.4

FRONT: 14 PSI
REAR:
12 PSI

CHARGING
SYSTEM:

3 AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY:

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

BLADE BOLT
TORQUE:

27-35

FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase
of a new Tractor. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and
performance.

_WARNING:
This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is
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 authorized service
center/department (See REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).

Steering Wheel

(1)

Steering
Wheel Insert

3/8-16 x 1

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

_
,

(1) Locknut

(1) Large Flat Washer

5/16-18

(1) Lockwasher

Steering Wheel
,
Adapter
/

teering
Boot

3/8

Steering
Extension
Shaft

Seat

@
_(1)

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

(1) Shoulder
Bolt 5/16-18

Knob

Keys

Video Cassette

Slope Sheet
(2) Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your
tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before
you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED
ASSEMBLY

FOR
•

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

.
_ _-.-----3/8

Hex Bolt
Insert
Lock Washer
Large Flat

Washer
J
Steering Wheel

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).

g Boot
.Tabs

Shaft

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.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapter.
• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock
washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten
securely.
• Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
• Remove protective materials from
tractor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT:
Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND
BOOT
• Slide extension shaft onto lower
steering shaft. Align mounting holes
in extension and lower shafts and
install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.
Tighten securely.
• Place tabs of steering boot over tab
slots in dash and push down to
secure.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
CHECK BATTERY
• Lift seat pan to raised postion and
open battery box door.
• If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 610 amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for
charging structions.)

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
• Position front wheels of the tractor so
they are pointing straight forward.
• Remove steerng wheel adapter from
steering wheel and slide adapter onto
steering shaft extension.

TO ROLL TRACTOR
OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and
function of controls)
• Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
• Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.
• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
.position.
• Roll tractor forward off skid.
• Remove banding holding discharge
guard up against tractor.

Seat
Terminal
Battery
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.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR

(See Operation section for location and
function of controls)
_I:IWARNING: 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.

Seat

Shoulder
Bolt

OFF SKID

Seat Pan

Flat Washer
Adjustment
Knob

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

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

CHECK FOR PROPER
OF ALL BELTS

(If previously removed)
• Raise 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.
_I,CAUTION: Do not remove deflector
shield from mower. Raise and hold
shield when attaching mulcher plate and
allow it to rest on plate while in operation.

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

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

Mulcher

Deflector
Shield

POSITION

Plate

PLEASE REVIEWTHE
CHECKLIST:

Latch
Hooks

FOLLOWING

,/All assembly instructions have been
completed.
,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/Battery is properly prepared and
charged.
(Minimum 1 hour at 6
amps).
,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
,/All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
•/ Be sure mower deck is properly
leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear
for
best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around
pulleys and inside all belt keepers.
J Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION
TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

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 designed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important
for best cutting performance.
• 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.

•/ Engine oil is at proper level.
,I Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
•/ Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
•/ Be sure brake system is in safe
operating condition.

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

their meaning.

rml
BATTERY

,=
CAUTION OR
WARNING

REVERSE

FORWARD

FAST

@ @
ENGINE ON

FUEL

ENGINE OFF

CHOKE

SLOW

@l L
OIL PRESSURE

MOWER

HEIGHT

LIGHTS ON

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

UNLOCKED

MOWER

r 'l R N H L
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

ATTACHMENT
IGNITION

DANGER,

CLUTCH

KEEP HANDS

HIGH

LOW

KEEP AREA CLEAR

PARKING

SLOPE

BRAKE

HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL
(Automatic Models only)

AND FEET AWAY

LIFT

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S
YOUR TRACTOR

MANUAL

AND SAFETY

RULES BEFORE

OPERATING

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

Ignition Switch

Attachment
Clutch

Light Switch

Lift
Lever
Plunger

Ammeter

Throttle/Choke
Control

Attachment
Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake
Pedal

Height
Adjustment
Indicator

Parking

Gearshift

Brake Lever

Lever

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 - Turns the headlights on
and off.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks
clutch/brake pedal into the brake
position.
THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROLUsed
for starting and controlling engine speed.

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into
the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any
adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask
over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
TO SET PARKING

BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. When engine
is running, any attempt by the operator to
leave the seat without first setting the
parking brake will shut off the engine.
• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold.
• Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal
should remain in "BRAKE" position.
Make sure parking brake will hold
tractor secure.
Attachment Clutch Lever
"Engaged" Position
_gn,ition
"
Throttle/
- _//
(
Choke _
C ntr I _
o _...,.._
Clutch/
-_
Brake_

Key

Disengaged
_-_#'/
Position
"_----_..._\1_"P "in -r '
_
ark g_aKe
_
"Engaged"
_Position

rshift
Lever
"Br
Position

Position
STOPPING
MOWER

BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"
position.
GROUND DRIVE• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/
brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.
• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)
position.
ENGINE • Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to
slow position and allowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire".
• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use.
• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT:
Leaving the ignition
switch in any position other than "OFF"
will cause the battery to be discharged,
(dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when
tractor is standing idle with the engine
running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when
stopping tractor on grass areas.
CAUTION: Always stop tractor
completely, as described above, before
leaving the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE

CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle,
• Operating engine at less than full
throttle reduces the battery charging
rate.
• Full throttle offers the best bagging
and mower performance.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND
BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement
is
controlled by the gearshift lever.
• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal
depressed and gearshift lever in
neutral (N) position.
• Move gearshift lever to desired
position.
• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.
IMPORTANT:
Bring tractor to a complete
stop before shifting or changing gears.
Failure to do so will shorten the useful
life of your transaxle.
TO ADJUST
HEIGHT

MOWER

CUTTING

The position of the attachment lift lever
determines the cutting height.
• Grasp lift lever.
• Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are
measured from the ground to the blade
tip with the engine not running. These
heights are approximate and may vary
depending upon soil conditions, height
of grass and types of grass being
12 mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier and
better looking lawns, mow often and
after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desired
height.
TO OPERATE

• 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.
TO TRANSPORT
• Raise attachment lift to highest
position with attachment lift control.
• When pushing or towing your tractor,
be sure gearshift lever is in n6utral (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
A'I-rACHMENTS

MOWER

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

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

Attachemnt
gh
Position
::_

BEFORE STARTING
THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Low
Position

• The engine in your tractor has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled
with summer weight oil.
• Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.
• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe
clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw
cap tight, wait for a few seconds,
remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on
dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.
• For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See "OIL
VISCOSITY CHART" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.

"Disengaged_
Position

Deflector
Shield

TO OPERATE

ON HILLS

_:_ CAUTION:
Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15° and do
not drive across any slope.
• Choose the slowest speed before
starting up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
• If stopping is absolutely necessary,
push clutch/brake pedal quickly to
brake position and engage parking
brake.

_(__-_..

Oil Fill Cap/

-_f_.__

Dipstick

ADDGASOLINE

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.

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline
will increase carbon and lead oxide
deposits and reduce valve life). Do
not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase
fuel in quantities that can be used
within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
IMPORTANT:
When operating in
temperatures
below 32°F(0°C), use
fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to
help insure good cold weather starting.
,d_ WARNING:
Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions
for additional information.
Never use
engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may
occur.
f_eCAUTION:
Fill to 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.

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 control to
fast position. This may require an
engine warm-up period from several
seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.
• The attachments can also be used
during the engine warm-up period.
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000
feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32
F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need
to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

TO START ENGINE
When starting the engine for the first time
or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
take extra cranking time to move fuel
from the tank to the engine.
• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake
pedal and set
parking brake.
• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.
• Move throttle control to choke position.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm
and cold starting procedures below.

MOWING TIPS

MULCHING

• Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance.
See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of
this manual.
• The left hand side of mower should be
used for trimming.
• Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has been cut. Have
the cut area to the right of the tractor.
This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform
cutting.
• When mowing large areas, start by
turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two
rounds, mow in the opposite direction
making left hand turns until finished.
• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and
possible fire hazard from dried
clippings. Make first cut relatively
high; the second to the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet
grass will plug mower and leave
undesirable clumps. Allow grass to
dry before mowing.
• Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing
performance and proper discharge of
material. Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give
the mower cutting performance as well
as the quality of cut desired.
• When operating attachments, select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance of the
attachment being used.
f

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
early afternoon. At this time the grass
has dried and the newly cut area will
not be exposed to the direct sun.
• For best results, adjust the mower
cutting height so that the mower cuts
off only the top one-third of the grass
blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut on each pass
and mow slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings.
When doing a
second cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.
• 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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MOWING

TIPS

Max 1/3"

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AS YOU COMPLETE

Check
Operation
Check Brake
Tire Pressure

! T

_1_

Check
Interlock Operator
Systems Presence and

!V'

Check

for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
Lubrication Chart

_1_1
,

Check Battery

Level

1_6

Clean

and Terminals

Battery

1_7

Tension

ll_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension
Check Engine
Change

Engine

Oil Level

I_s
if

Oil

I_
1_1,2._

E
U

CleanAirFi'ter
Clean
Air Screen

Inspect

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

1_.2

Clean Engine

V_2

Muffler/Spa_

Cooling

I_;
Arrester

V _

Fins

Replace Spark
Replace
Air FilterPlug
Paper Cartridge
! Replace

Fuel Filter

1_2
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1 - Change more often when Operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures
2 - Service more often when opelating in dirty or dusty conditions

5 - If equipped wtth adjustable system
6 - NOt required if equipped wilh rnaJntenance-free batlety

3 - If equipped

7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft -Ib$ maximum¸

with oil lilter, change oil every 50 hoL/rs.

4 - Replace blades

GENERAL

more often when mowing

in sandy soil.

DO not overtight en

RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence.
To
receive full value from the warranty,
operator must maintain tractor as
instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your
tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each
season.
• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blades and belts for wear.
A new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper air-fuel mixture and
help your engine run better and last
longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
•
•
•
•

li_

li/

Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust Blade Belt(s)

SERVICE DATES

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

LUBRICATION CHART
Zerk

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(_Front Wheel
Bearing
Zerk

)indle
Zerk

Wheel
Bearing Zerk

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OSAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL
@GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
@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-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered
graphite type lubricant sparingly.
16

TRACTOR

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with
star on mandrel assembly.
• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and
flat washer in exact order as shown.
• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).
IMPORTANT:
Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat
treated.
Mandrel Assembly
Trailing Edge Up
Blade Center
Hole

Always observe safety rules when
performing any maintenance.
BRAKE OPERATION
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear, then brake must be
adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).
TIRES
• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual).
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or
insect control chemicals which can
harm rubber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and
prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire
sealant may be purchased from your
local parts dealer. Tire sealant also
prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Flat

Lock
_f---Hex Bolt (Grade
*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified
by six lines on the bolt head.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced.
An unbalanced blade will
cause excessive vibration and eventual
damage to mower and engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a
file or on a grinding wheel. Do not
attempt to sharpen while on the
mower.
• To check blade balance, you will need
a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a
cone balancer. (When using a cone
balancer, follow the instructions
supplied with balancer.)
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may
appear to be centered, but are not.
• Slide blade on to an unthreaded
portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold
the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.
If blade is balanced, it should remain
in a horizontal position. If either end of
the blade moves downward, sharpen
the heavy end until the blade is
balanced.

Be sure operator presence and interlock
systems are working properly. If your
tractor does not function as described,
repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachement clutch control is in
the disengaged position.
• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should never
operate unless the operator is in the
seat.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades,
BLADE REMOVAL
• Raise mower to highest position to
allow access to blades.
• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
washer securing blade.
• Install new or resharpened blade with
trailing edge up towards deck as
shown.

5/8" B_d

Center Hole

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running
low on oil.

BA'n'ERY
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 BATTERYAND

Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one
year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each eight
(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill capl
dipstick securely each time you check
the oil level.

TERMINALS

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

TO CHANGE

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

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

ENGINE OIL

COOLING

Oil Fill Cap/

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt
and chaff which can restrict cooling.
ENGINE

Dipstick

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

O"
.20"
TEMPERATURE

30*

Plug

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

GRADES

40"

.10"
0o
RANGE ANTICIPATED

10"
BEFORE

/ Oil Drain

30NEXT OIL CHANGE

ENGINE COOLING

FINS

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

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

Blower Housing

Cover_Cartddge

Nut

Screws
Paper

Dipstick Tu_

Pre-Cleaner
Foa

Cartridge
"Base

MUFFLER
Assembly

V
Engine Cooling FinsZ-----"-_

"Spark
"

Plug

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

AIR FILTER

SPARK PLUGS

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.

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.

TO SERVICE

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.
o With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.
• 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.

PRE-CLEANER

•
•
•
•

Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.
Wash it in liquid detergent and water.
Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.
Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil.
• If very dirty or damaged, replace precleaner.
• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.
• Reinstall cover and secure with
knob(s).
TO SERVICE

CARTRIDGE

Clamp _1_=___.

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

Fuel Filter __.z_j

Clamp

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

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

_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.
• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

• Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs.
• Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under
tractor.
IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than
the mower deck is to be mounted on the
tractor, remove the front links and hook
the clutch spring 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.

TO REMOVE MOWER
Mower will be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor.
• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
• Move attachment lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.
• Roll belt off engine pulley.
• Remove small retainer spring, and lift
clutch spring 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

_pring

Clutch
Link
Retainer
Anti-Sway
(Both Sides)

Housing

Guide

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this
manual).
If tires are over or
underinflated,
you will not properly
adjust your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
• Raise mower to its highest position.
• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,
measure height from bottom edge of
mower to ground.
Distance "A" on
both sides of mower should be the
same or within 1/4" of each other.
• If adjustment is necessary, make
adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
NOTE:
Each full turn of adjustment nut
will change mower height about !/8".
• Recheck measurements
after adjusting.
Bottom edge of
mower to

Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are
equal in length. Both links should be
approximately
10-3/8".
If links are not equal in length, adjust
one link to same length as other link.
To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"
on both front links an equal number of
turns.
When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"
against trunnion on both front links.
To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"
from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut "E" on both front links an
equal number of turns.
When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "F"
against trunnion on both front links.
Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
Mandrel

"D ....

Bottom edge of
mower to

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length
ground _

ground

A-T _."--_Ground IJne V- J _--A

nArm
Lift Link
Adjustment

Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT:
Deck must be level side-to
side. If the following front-to-back
adjustment is necessary, be sure to
adjust both front links equally so mower
will stay level side-to-side.
To obtain the best cutting results, the
mower housing should be adjusted so
that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"
lower than the rear when the mower is in
its highest position.
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.

TrL

Front Links

TO REPLACE
DRIVE BELT

MOWER BLADE

Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust if
necessary.
If stopping distance is still
greater than six (6) feet in highest
gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest authorized
service center/department.

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.

With Parking

BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt in reverse order of
removal.
• Make sure beltis in all pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides.
• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"
Jam Nut

Arm

Mandrel
Idler Pulleys

TO REPLACE

MOTION DRIVE BELT

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

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this
manual.)
• Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.
• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Remove belt upwards from transaxle
pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
• Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downwards from around
engine pulley.
• Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.

Mandrc
Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on
the right side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in
highest gear, then brake must be
adjusted.
• Depress clutch/brake
pedal and
engage parking brake.
• Measure distance between brake
operating arm and nut "A" on brake
rod.
• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".

Engine Pulley--

Clutching

Idler -1

TRANSAXLE

GEAR SHIFT LEVER

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

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
The transaxle 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

Washer
Retaining
Ring
Axle
Cover

Square Key f
(Rear Wheel Only)

Neutral Lock Gate

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK
BA'n'ERY
_CAUTION:
Lead-acid batteries
generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame and smoking materials away from
batteries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See
"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual).
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT:
Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt
negative grounded system. Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

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•

Adjustment Bolt

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

FRONT WHEELTOE-IN/CAMBER

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect each end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each
battery, taking care not to short against
chassis.
• Connect one end of the BLACK cable
to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully
charged battery.
• Connect the other end of the BLACK
cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,
away from fuel tank and battery.

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

TO REMOVE WHEEL

FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.
• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rear
wheel contains a square key - Do not
lose).
• Repair tire and reassemble.
• On rear wheels only: align grooves in
rear wheel hub and axle. Insert
square key.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE
ORDER• BLACK cable first from chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.
• RED cable last from both batteries.

Positive Terminal

Negative

Terminal

Keps_
Nut

Hex
-""-_ -_

Positive (Red) Cable

Negative
Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT
ed
Battery
Positive Terminal

Negative

Terminal

REPLACING
BATTERY
_, CAUTION:
Do not short battery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any
other object to contact both terminals at
the same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc,
Positive terminal must be connected first

Bolt

(Black)

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 grill.
• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS

AND RELAYS

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

TO REPLACE

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.

cause
running, or
wiring
section.

FUSE

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

HOOD

AND GRILL

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

Headlight Wire
Connector
Battery
Door

ENGINE

TO ADJUST

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 establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authorized engine
manufacturer's
service outlet.
TO-ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is
low emission. It is equipped with an idle
fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,
which allows some adjustment within the
limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt
to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap
cannot be removed without breaking the
adjusting needle.
The carburetor has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. However, minor adjustment
may be required to compensate for
differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude
or load. If the carburetor does need
adjustment, proceed as follows:
In general, turning idle mixture valve in
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel
to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air
mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve
out (counterclockwise)
increases the
supply of fuel to the engine giving a
richer fuel/air mixture.
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle
valve and the seat in carburetor may
result if screw is turned in too tight.

The throttle control has been preset at
the factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as
follows:
• With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke
position. Slowly move lever from
choke to fast position.
• Check that holes "A" in governor
control lever and hole in governor
plate line-up. If holes "A" are not
aligned, loosen clamp screw and
move throttle cable until holes are
aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.
Governor
Control Lever

PRELIMINARY

• Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make final adjustments with
engine running and shift/motion
control lever in neutral (N) position.
• Move throttle control lever to slow
position. With finger, rotate and hold
throttle lever against idle speed screw.
Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750
RPM.
• While still holding throttle lever against
idle speed screw, turn idle mixture
valve full travel clockwise then
counterclockwise
until engine runs
rough. Turn valve to a point midway
between those two positions. Release
throttle lever.

\
Holes "A"

SETTING

• Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when making
carburetor adjustments.
• Be sure the throttle control cable is
adjusted properly (see above).
FINAL SETTING

Governor
Control Plate

Clamp
Screw

CARBURETOR

Throttle
Cable

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 necessary, until engine accelerates
smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust--damage
may result.
IMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed, overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous, if you think the
engine-governed
high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest authorized service center, which has proper
equipment to make any necessary
adjustments.

Idle Speed
Screw

Throttle
Lever

I
Idle Mixture
Valve With
Limiter

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.
• 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
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix
ratio found on stabilizer container.
Run
engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINEOIL

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

TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. When mower is to be stored for
a period of time, clean it thoroughly,
remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store
in a clean, dry area.
• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this
manual).
• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

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 "START" position
for a few seconds to distribute oil.
• Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER

BA'I-rERY
• 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 disconnected and place cables where they
cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.
• If battery is removed from tractor for
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.

• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protection from
dust and dirt.
• Cover your tractor with a suitable
protective cover that does not retain
moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your
tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT:
Never cover tractor while
engine and exhaust areas are still
warm.

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

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

PROBLEM
•
•

Will not start

•

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

•
•
•
•

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

•

Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustment

•

Hard to start

Enginewill
turn over

CORRECTION

CAUSE

not

•
•

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.
i• Drain fuel tank and
carburetor, refill tank with
fresh gasoline and replace
fuel filter.
• Check all wiring.
• See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service Adjustments
section.
• Contact an
authorized service center/
department.

•

Engine valves out of
adjustment.

•
•
•

Dirtyair 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).

Clean/replace air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace
battery.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refill
with fresh gasoline.
Check all wiring.
See "To Adjust 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine clicks but
willnot start

•
•
•
•

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

•
•
•
•

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace
solenoid or
starter.

Loss of power

•

Set in "Higher Cut" position/
reduce speed.
Adjust throttle control.

•

•
•
•

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.

•
•

•

Excessive
vibration

Enginecontinues
to run
when operator
leaves seat
with attachment
clutch engaged

•

•
•
•

•

Clean underside of mower
housing.
Clean/replace
air filter.
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 screen/fins.
Clean/replace
muffler.
Check all wiring.
See 'qo Adjust Carburetor" in
Service Adjustments section.
Contact an authorized
service center/department.

Replace blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
Replace blade mandrel.
Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged parts.
Check wiring, switches
and
connections.
If not
corrected, contact an autho
rized service center/
department.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

Poorcut-uneven

•

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.

•
•

•

Remove

obstruction.

•

Replace

mower drive belt.

•

Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.
Worn/damaged
mower
drive belt.
Frozen idler pulley.
Frozen blade mandrel.

•
•

Replace
Replace

idler pulley.
blade mandrel.

•

Engine speed too slow

•

•
•

Travel speed too fast.
Wet grass.

•
•

•

Mower deck not level.
Low/uneven tire air pressure

•
•

Worn, bent or loose blade.

•

Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
Mower drive belt worn.
Blades improperly installed.

•

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 bolt.
Clean underside of mower
housing
Replace mower drive belt
Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.
Replace with blades listed in
this manual.
Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

•
•

Mower blades will
not rotate

•
•
•

Poor grass
discharge

CORRECTION

Improper

Headlight(s) not
working
(if so equipped)

•
•
•

blades used.

Engine
"backfires"
when
turning engine
"OFF"

•
:•
•

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

•

Switch
Bulb(s)
Faulty
Loose

•
•
•
•

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

Blown fuse.
Battery will not
charge

•
•

•

Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
Level mower deck.
Clean underside of mower
housing.
Replace blade mandrel.
Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

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

• Bad battery cell(s).
• Poor cable connections.
Faulty regulator (if so
equipped).
Faulty alternator.

• Replace battery.
• Check/clean all connections.
• Replace regulator.

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

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

• Replace alternator.

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SCHEMATIC

RE0 OI
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0L,0,

BATTERY

RED

|
STARTER

I_LACK

sS&_Si;

WHbTE

IGNITION
SWITCH

....
_ iWHITE

BLACK

SEAT SWITCH
(NOT OCCUPIED

t ....

i _.........
7

I-

BLACK

(OPTIONAL)

FUEL_

IGNITION
UNIT

_
J

_I-_R GING SYSTEM OUTPUT
3 AMP D(_ @ 3600 RPM

SPARK

GAP
PLUG
_
_2 PLUGS ON
TW'N CYL. ENG,NES)

28 VO(. TS AC MIN Q 3600 RPM
(Cl-_ RGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

I
FUEL

SHUT-OFF
SOLENOID
IF SO EQUIPPED)

RED

OR,_'4GE

LIGHTING
SYSTEM
OUTPUT DIODE

_fALTERNATOR

5AMP AC _ :_

L
i

_........

N
14 VOLTS AC MIN

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

CIRCUIT ' "MAKE"

OFF
RUN/LIGHT

M+G+A1
B+A1

NONE
A2+L

RUN
START

B+A1
B + S + A1

NONE
NONE

OFF)

HEADLIGHTS

/'3,
NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

----G--'REMOVABLE

IGNITION SWITCH
PosmoN

RPM IUGHTS

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

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KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1 144925
2 74760412
8 156417
16 153664
21 166182
22 4152J
24 4799J
25 146147
26 166180
27 73510400
28 4207J
29 121305X
30 163968
33 140403
40 170217
41 71110408
42 131563
43 145673
45 121433X
52 141940
70 170243
NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4
Case Battery
Switch, Interlock Push-In
Harness Asm Light W/4152j
Bulb Light #1156
Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red
Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red
Fuse 15 AMP
Nut, Kaps Hex 1/4-20 UNC
Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch Ign
Key Ign Molded Craftsman
Harness Ign
Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2
CoverTerminal Red
Solenoid
Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp
Protection Wire Loop
Harness Engine B&S

All component dimensions give in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270671
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

53
31
55

208

2O7

,_.3

208

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
5
9
10
11
12
13
17
18
25
26
28
29
30
31
37
51
52
53
54
55
57
60
64
74
142
143
144
145
206
207
208
212
- -

PART
NO.

169830
169061
17060612
155272
168337X013
STD533710
155927
145660
169117
144983X558
126938X
19131312
STD541437
156725X558
155217X599
164918X558
139976
17490508
73800400
19091416
145201
161464
145202
STD522507
STD533707
154798
STD541437
165867
154966
154207
156524
170165
17670508
17670608
165919
5479J

DESCRIPTION
Chassis
Drawbar
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bumper Hood/Dash
Dash.
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4
Panel, Dash, L.H.
Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L
Panel, Asm. SLKSCR Dash R.H.
Hood Assembly
Bumper Hood
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
Nut, Lock Hex W/tns. 3/8-16 UNC
Grille w/Lens Asm.
Lens, Grille
Fender
Bracket, Fender Support
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT
Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
Bracket Grille Pickoff LH
Screw Hex WSHD 8-18 x 7/8
Bracket Grille Pickoff RH
Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC
Dash Lower STLT
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Plate Reinforcement STLT
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT
Screw Thdrol 5/8-18 x 1/2
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
Insert Lens Reflective
Plug, Button

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

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GROUND DRIVE

116

168
42
150
_. 48

39_.

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
11
13
14
16
18
19
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
55
56
57

146682
123666X
12000028
121520X
17060512
165866
STD561210
10570tX
74550412
10040400
STD541431
STD523710
STD541437
106933X
130804
STDS.41237
106888X
STD551037
STD561210
145204
71673
130807
127275X
STD523107
155071
120183X
STD551062
STD571810
131494
72110622
4470J
165838
19131312
127783
154407
123205X
STD523715
STD541437
STD541431
105710X
105709X
STD523712
130801

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Transaxle(See Breakdown)
Peerless 206-545C
Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc
Pulley Transaxle 18/20" tires
Ring Retainer # 5100-62
Strap Torque 30 Degrees
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
Rod Shifter Fender STLT
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad
Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole
Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr8 W/Patch
Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4
Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18UNC
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr.5
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Uric
Knob Rd 1/2-13 Plstc Thds BIk
Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840
Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad
Rod Brake Parking Lt/Yt
Cap Brake Parking
Bracket Mtg Transaxle
Keeper Belt LH LT 14Ga
Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4
Shaft Asm Pedal Foot
Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Ga
Pin Rot= 3/16 x 1"
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16unc x 2-3/4 Gr.5
Spacer Split 395 x 59 Bzp
Keeper Belt Idler
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga
Pulley Idler
Bellcrank Clutch Grad Drv STL
Retainer Belt Style Spring
Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc x 1-1/2
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
Link Clutch 7 66
Spring Return Clutch 6 75
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1-1/4
V-Belt Gd Drive

PART
NO.

58 127274X
59 169691
61 17060612
62 8883R
63 140186
64 71170764
65 STD551143
66 154778
70 134683
72 19132012
74 137057
75 121749X
76 STD581075
77 123583X
78 121748X
79 2228M
80 131486
81 165594
82 165711
83 19171216
84 166229
85 150360
89 158391X428
90 124346X
96 4497H
112 19091210
113 127285X
116 72110610
145 74490540
150 165850
151 19133210
156 166002
158 165589
159 165494
160 19292016
161 72140406
162 73680400
163 74780416
164 1£091010
165 165623
166 166880
168 165492
169 165580
170 165849
197 169613
198 169593
202 72110612
204 17060516
NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Keeper Belt RH LT Pnt/zinc 16g
Keeper Belt Centerspan
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Cover Pedal BIk Round
Pulley Eng CI Mech 38deg LT/YT
Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16
Keeper Belt Engine
Guide Belt Mower Drive RH
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga
Spacer Axle
Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga
E-ring #5133-75
Key Square
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16ga
Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4
Arm, Shift
Shaft Assembly
Spring, Torsion
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge
Link Transaxle
Nut, Nylock
Console, Shift, STLT
Nut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4
Retainer Ring 1"
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga
Strap Torque
Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.25
Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18Gr.5
Bushing
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1 .125
Bracket Shift Mount
Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt
Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5
NutCrownlock 1/4-20 UNC
Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 UNC x 1 Gr.5
Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.
Bracket Pivot Lever
Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
Plate Fastening Lt
Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear
Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID
Washer Nyl 7/81D x .105"
Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr.5
Screw 5/19-18 x 1 Sngml TapiR

All component dimensions give in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY
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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 139768
Steering Wheel
2 154427
Front Axle Assembly
3 156483
Spindle Assembly, L.H.
4 157473
Spindle Assembly, R.H.
5 6266H
Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
6 121748X
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
7 19272016
Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
8 12000029
Ring. Klip
9 3366R
Bearing, Steering Column
10 169832
Link, Drag
11 STD551137
Washer, Lock
13 136518
Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle
15 145212
Nut Lock Hex Flange
17 156546
Shaft Assembly, Steering
18 57079
Washer, Thrust .615 x .750 x .033
19 160395
Support, Shaft
22 165857
Screw Hex WSH HDTor'x
23 165851
Pittman Shaft Assembly
25 154406
Bracket, Steering
26 126847X
Bushing, Link, Drag
27 136874
Gear, Sector
28 19131416
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
29 17060612
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
30 STD561210
Pin
32 130465
Rod, Tie
36 155099
Bushing. Steering
37 152927
Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange
38 139769
Cap Wheel Steer OPP BIk
39 19133812
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge
40 STD541537
Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF
41 100711L
Adaptor, Steering Wheel
42 145054X428
Boot, Steering Dash P/L Mtl BIk
43 121749X
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
44 153720
Extension Steering Non-Adjust
46 121232X
Cap, Spindle
47 6855M
Fitting, Grease
51 STD541431
Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 UNC
54 74780520
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
62 167902
Kit, Steering Assembly, Service
63 STD523710
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc. x 1 Gr. 5
65 160367
Spacer Brace Axle
66 154404
Bearing Arm Pittman
67 72110618
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
68 169827
Brace Axle
79 19132012
Washer 13/32 x %1/4 x 12 Ga.
80 74950612
Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4
82 169835
Bracket Susp Chassis Front
85 133835
Fastener Christmas Tree
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

72
62

33
31
33

OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENT
Spark Arrester

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ENGINE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1 162157
2 17720410
3 ........
4 137352
13 165291
14 13280324
15 13200300
16 STD551237
23 169837
29 137180
31 109202X
32 158990
33 123487X
37 137040
38
40 124028X
44 17490412
45 17060612
46 19091416
62 STD551131
72 71070512
78 17060620
81 128861

DESCRIPTION
Control Throttle/Choke
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T
Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 311707-0132-E1
Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt
Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated
Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"
Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt
Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
Shield BRN/DBR Guard
Arrestor Spark
Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr
Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented
Clamp Hose BIk
Line Fuel 20"
Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)
Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line
Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16
Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4
Screw 3/8-16xl -1/4
Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

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

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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

PART
NO.
140122
140551
71110616
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
17000616
19131614
155925
166369
121246X

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1
Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push In Hinged
Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi
Screw 3/8-16 X 1 -1/2
Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga
Pan Pnt Seat (blk)
Knob Seat
Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

13
14
15
16
17
21
22
24
25

PART
NO.
121248X
72050412
134300
121250X
123976X
171852
STD541431
19171912
127018X

DESCRIPTION
Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt
Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A
" Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18
Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS
4

11
13

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10

PART
NO.
156368
171760
171696
171697
174794
133644
166887
163204
156439

WHEELS

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,

11
12
13
14
20
---°
- - -

Oper. instr.
Replcmnt
Hood Rh
Hood Lh
Hp Engine
Maint Customer Sears Dom
Deck Mower EZ3
FenderCraftsman
Fender Danger

& TIRES

4,10
7

11
I

PART
NO.
t63207
146046
163252
t 60396
149516
138311
165800X428
165799X428
174788
174789

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
--

59192
65139
106222X
59904
106732X427
278H
9040H
106108X427
106268X
7152J
104757X
144334

DESCRIPTION
Decal, Fender
Decal, V-belt Dr Sch
Decal, Dash, Panel
Decal, V-belt Schematic
Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
Decal, Lift Handle
Pad, Footrest LH STLT
Pad, Footrest RH STLT
Manual, Owner's (English)
Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

DESCRIPTION
CapValueTire
StemValue
Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service
Tube Inner Front #35060
Rim Asm 6"front White Service
Fitting Grease
Bearing Flange
Rim Asm 8"rear White Service
Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service
Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service
Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00
Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

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

TRACTOR

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

13
2

6
6

13
19
20

TRACTOR

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
15
16
17
18
19
20
31
32

PART
NO.
159460
159471
105767X
12000002
19211621
120183X
125631X
122365X
139865
139866
STD624008
173288
73350800
130171
73800800
139868
163552
169865
73540600

DESCRIPTION
WasherAsm Inner SpringW/Plunger
Shaft Asm. Lift RH
PinGroove
E Ring #5133-62
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
Bearing Nylong
Grip Handle Fluted
Button Plunger Read
Link Asm Lift L.H.
Link Asm Lift R.H.
Retainer Spring
Link Front
Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
Trunnion BIk Zinc
Nut Lockw/wsh 1/2-13 Unc
Arm Suspension Mower
Retainer Spring
Bearing, Pvt. Lift,
Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

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MOWER

DECK

\
2
16
1

13
5

19j

TRACTOR

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MOWER DECK

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13

165892
STD533107
138017
165460
STD624008
130832
850857
STD551137
140296
134149
129895
137645

14
15
16
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
40
44
45
46
48
49
50
51
52

128774
110485X
140329
72140505
132827
159770
STD541431
134753
131267
105304X
123713X
110452X
130968X428
19111016
131491
157722
129963
153535
137266
STD533717
133835
131494
STD551037
STD541437
140088
STD624003
137729
133944
155066
!31340
STD541410
139888

DESCRIPTION
Mower Deck Assembly, 42"
Bolt
Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front
Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck
Retainer Spring
Arm, Suspension, Rear
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
Washer, Lock
Washer, Hardened
Blade, Mulching
Bearing, Ball
Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented
(Includes Key Number 12)
Housing, Mandrel, Vented
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper, Vented Mower Deck
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bo]t, Shoulder
Baffle, Vortex
Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC
Stiffener Bracket
Bracket, Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion, Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield, Deflector
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Rod,Hinge
ScrewThdrolWasherHead
Washer, Spacer
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Toplock, Flanged
Bolt
Fastner, Christmas Tree
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga,
NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC
Guard, Mandrel, L.H.
Retainer
Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8
Washer, Hardened
Roller Assembly, Cam Follower
Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5
Locknut
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-!8 UNC

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

53
54
55
56
59
67
68
92
101
102
103
104
105
106
128
129
130
131
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
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131845
133943
155046
165723
141043
149846
144959
STD541437
136420
71161010
19061216
STD551110
160783
2029J
153390
19131312
STD523710
STD533710
165890
157109
158634
165888
165891
131335
169022
165898
19091216
169670
169676
169674
169675
169671
169672
169669
17720410
72140614
130794

- -

169583

DESCRIPTION
Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
Washer, Hardened
Arm, Idler
Spacer, Retainer
Guard, TUV Idler
Knob Custom Oval
V-Belt
Nut
MulcberCover
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 Spring Brake Mower
Bracket Arm Idler 42"
Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Carriage Idler
Spring Extension
Spring Return Idler
Retainer Spdng Yellow Zinc
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Bracket Clutch
Cable Clutch 42 In
Washer Flat 3/8" Type B
Spring Retainer
Spring Retention Lever
Spacer
Rod Clutch
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8
Bolt Tdhd Sgn 3/8-16UNC x 1-3/4
Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key
Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)
Mower Deck, Complete (Standard
Deck, Order Separately Mulcher
Plate and Gauge Wheel
Components, Key Nos. 101-106
and 111-121)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.SJnches
! inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

A 29B

150
6J

7O 6A
157

,49

18
4
47

29
35

157
,41A

42A

MODEL 8rid SERIAL
NUMBERS HERE

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
6A
7
8
8A
9
10
11
12
13

772147
780086A
770128
776395
776409
778364
778369
778330
792180
792047
784352
784378
778334
778309
778368

778368

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

780195
788083
780194
780193
780197
790075
790007
799021
786026
792076A

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Transaxle Cover
Needle Bearing 5/8"
Transaxle Case
Countershaft
Output Shaft
Spur Gear (38 teeth)
Spur Gear (15 teeth)
Spur Gear (11 teeth)
Shift Key
Woodruff Key #9
Shift Collar
Shift Rod & Fork
Bevel Gear (30 teeth)
Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)
Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (Include,
14)
Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Include.
13)
Ring Gear (43 teeth)
Drive Pin
Spacer 1.130 X,695
Bal15/16"dia
Set Screw 3/8- 16 x 3/8"
Spring ,310 OD x .625 L
Screw 1/4- 20 x 1-1/4"
Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8"
Retaining Ring (pkg of 2)
RetainingRing
RetainingRing
Thrust Washer .627 ID x .031W
Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W
Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W
Anti-Rotation Washer .632
Cup Washer !,127 ID x.032W
Flat Washer.750 ID x .056W
(Use As Needed)
F!at Washer .750 ID x .062W
Oil Seal 5/8"
Bushing .563
Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID
Flanged Bushing .751
Brake Disk
Brake Pad Plate
Brake Pad (pkg of 2)
Dowel Pin
Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W

PART
NO.

41A 790079
42 792073A
42A 792085A
43 792075
44 790025
45 786066
46 786086
47 774690
48 774691
49 778356
50 778338
51 778354
52 778352
53 778350
54 778346
56 778355
57 778337
58 778353
59 778351
60 778349
61 778345
65 780189
66 776422
67 776396
69 792170
70 786187
71 788069
71B 788092
76 780090
77 788076A
79 792144
82 778333
83
85
87
150
157
180
900

778338
792154
788089A
788093A
788088A
730229A
794712

DESCRIPTION
Brake Lever
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1 /4"
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"
Locknut 5 / 16 - 24
Brake Pad Holder
Spacer .2625 x 1.0
Brake Lever Bracket
Axle (11-15 / 16" Long)
Axle (16 - 1 /2" long)
Spur Gear (29 teeth)
Spur Gear (27 teeth)
Spur Gear (23 teeth)
Spur Gear (19 teeth)
Spur Gear (16 teeth)
Spur Gear (15 teeth)
Spur Gear (11 teeth)
Spur Gear (13 teeth)
Spur Gear (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
SquareCut 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
OilSeal 9 1 16"
LiquidGasket RTV Silicone
0il Seal 3/4"
Gear Oil 80W90
Replacement MST- 206-545C
Transaxle

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

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.270671

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1

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REQUIRESSPECIALTOOLS
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INSTRUCTION

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MANUAL,

I 1019 LABEL KIT

I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.270671

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1

616

PART NUMBER
LMT/CARBURETOR
LOCATIONS

142
_
....

18_6

947

THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-MATIC
AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS

358 GASKET SET
3 _

524 _
j. _

177 _
20 _

176

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.270671

BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1

310

801

667 L_
646

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270671
BRIGGS
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
9
10
11
12

& STRATTON

PART
NO.
690156
399265
391086
494238
690188
692410
495735
27803
94621
281246
271916
271997
271996

94728

15
16
20
22
23
23A
24
25

94239
690136
291675
95187
693557
492326
222698
692271
692272
. 692273
692274
26
690162
690164
690166
690168
263129
27
28
498319
498320
29

692419
499940
32
692852
33
495856
34
495857
35
262811
37
224502
40
224641
43
490815
45
262411
496884
46
692706
48
50
690193
51
693138
273650
51A
53
690227
54
95160
73
494439
74
94821
75
225136
78
94896
87
491323
93
281346
94
498030
95
94098
98
495800
104
231789
105
231855
106
231854
108
224558
108A 224540
117
232118

ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION
Cylinder Assembly
Bushing/Seal Kit
-/r Seal-Oil
Sump-Engine
Head-Cylinder
W+ Gasket-Cylinder Head
Breather Assembly
_ Gasket-Breather
Screw (Breather Assembly)
Tube-Breather
_r Gasket-Crankcaee (.015"
Thick, Std.)
"Jr Gasket-Crankcase (.005"
Thick)
-A-Gasket-Crankcase (.009"
Thick)
Screw (Cylinder Head, 3-9/
16")
Plug-Oil Drain
Crankshaft
-/r Seal-Oil
Screw (Crankcase Cover)
Flywheel (Steel Ring Gear)
Flywheel (Plastic Ring Gear)
Key.Flywheel
PistonAssembly (Std.)
Piston Assembly(.010 "O.S.)
Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.)
Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.)
Ring Set, Piston (Std.)
Ring Set, Piston (.010 "O.S.)
Ring Set, Piston (.020 "O.S.)
Ring Set, Piston(.030 "O.S.)
Lock-PistonPin
Pin Assembly, Piston (Std.)
Pin Assembly-Piston (.005"
O.S.)
Rod-Connecting (Std.)
Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.)
Screw (Connecting Rod)
Valve-Exhaust
Valve, Intake
Spring, Valve
Guard-Flywheel
Retainer, Valve
Governor-Oil Slinger
Tappet, Valve
Camshaft
ShortBIock
Manifold, Intake
_+ Gasket-Intake
Gasket-Intake
Stud (Carburetor)
Screw (Intake Manifold)
Screen, Rotating
Screw (Rotating Screen)
Washer (Flywheel
Screw (Flywheel Guard)
_ Seal-Governor Shaft
Bushing-Throttle Shaft
Valve-Idle Adjustment
• Screw (Throttle Valve)
Kit-Idle Speed
• Pin-Float Hinge
• Valve-Float Needle
• Seat-Inlet
Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)
Valve-Choke (Choke-A-Marie)
• Jet, Main (Standard)

311707, TYPE NUMBER

KEY
NO.
117
121
125
127
130
131
133
137
141
141A
142
146
163
165
171
177
186
187
188
192
209
216
216A
222
227
231
232
238
240
265
276
287
294
304
305
306
307
309
309
309
310
311
318
333
334
337
358
363
383
404
423
_r
•
•
+

0132-E1

PART
NO.
232119
690191
690194

DESCRIPTION
Jet, Main (High Altitude)
Carburetor Overhaul Kit
Carburetor
• Plug-Welch (Sold in Kit Only)
224539
Valve-Threttle
494379
Throttle Shaft Kit
494381
Float-Carburetor
281165 ••
Gasket-Float Bowl
495097
Choke Shaft Kit (Man.
Choke)
495931
Choke Shaft Kit (Choke-AMatic)
232117
• Nozzle-Carburetor
94196
Key-Timing
281106
_ Gasket, Air Cleaner
693148
Nut (Ring Gear)
281051
Nut (Air Cleaner)
270920
_ Seal-O-Ring
493496
Connector-Hose
492790
Line-Fuel (Cut to Required
Length)
94929
Screw (Control Bracket)
492160
Adjuster, Rocker Arm
260696
Spnng, Governor
262766
Link-Choke
262767
Link-Choke
495611
Bracket, Control
493935
Lever-Governor
94098
• Screw (Choke)
262785
Spring-Link
262836
Cap, Valve
394358
Filter-Fuel
221535
Clamp-Casing
281164 ••
Sealing Washer
94903
Screw (Dipstick Tube)
81010
Adjuster-Rocker Arm
225017
Housing-Blower (Black Inner)
94863
Screw (Inner Blower
Housing)
225020
Shield, Cylinder
94930
Screw (Cylinder Shield)
693551
Motor-Starter(For Steel Ring
Gear Only)
497595
Motor-Starter (For Plastic
Ring Gear Only)
693054
Motor-Starter (For Aluminum
Ring Gear Only)
94003
Screw (Starter Motor)
497608
Brush Set
94734
Screw (Mounting Bracket)
495859
Armature, Magneto
94731
Screw (Armature
491055
Spark Plug
690189
Gasket Set
19203
Flywheel Puller
89838
Wrench-Spark Plug
94927
Washer (Govemor Crank)
95163
Screw (Air Cleaner Base)
Included in Gasket Set, Re! Number 358.
Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number
121.
Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref
Number 977.
Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref Number
1033.

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

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270671

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL
NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1
KEY
PART
KEY
PART
DESCRIPTION
NO.
NO.
DESCRIPTION
NO.
NO.
462
225137
Washer (Starter Cable)
789
497708
Harness-Wiring
Knob-Air Cleaner
797
693167
Nut (Brush Retainer)
467
493903
Alternator
801
497626
Cap-Drive
474
393474
493
224968
Bracket-Mounting(Front)
802
497607
Cap-End
493A 224969
Bracket-Mounting(Rear)
803
497604
Housing-Starter
503
806000
Strap-Starter
813
393514
Clamp
Nut (Govemor Lever)
830
94555
Stud (Rocker Arm)
505
231978
510A 693699
Drive, Starter (Use With Steel
847
496415
Dipstick/Tube Assembly
Ring Gear Only)
851
224110
Terminal-Wire
510A 497606
Drive, Starter (Use With
868
499236 "/r+ Seal -Valve
Aluminum & Plastic Ring
872
281104
Cover-Air Cleaner
Gear Only)
875
693686
Base-Air Cleaner
Clutch-Drive
877
393537
Wire-Alternator
513
398003
523
495230
Dipstick
883
272293 *+ Gasket-Exhaust
524
281370
Dipstick Tube Seal
910
93621
Screw (Alternator)
525
496113
Dipstick Tube
914
690960
Screw (Rocker Cover)
535
496894
Filter, A/C Element
934
94627
Screw (Fan Retainer)
Armature-Starter
947
497672
Solenoid-Fuel
544
497603
552
491986
Bushing-Gov. Lever 562
967
272403
Filter-Pre-cleaner
92613
Bolt
975
495933
Bowl-Float
(Governor Lever)
977
690192
Gasket Set-Carburetor
579
92278
Nut (Starter Cable)
987
281166
• Seal-Throttle Shaft
601
93053
Clamp-Hose
996
690678
Shield Carburetor
Pin-Cotter
1005
691927
Fan-Flywheel
614
93306
Crank-Governor
1006
224413
Retainer-Fan
616
495157
1022 272475 -k+ Gasket-Rocker Cover
617
692138 -k+ Seal-O-Ring
1023 224552
Cover-Rocker
634
494455
• Spring& Seal Assy
635
691909
Boot-Spark Plug
1026 494432
Rod-Push (Intake)
654
94010
Nut (Carburetor)
1026A 495136
Rod-Push (Exhaust)
668
280848
Spacer
1029 224554
Arm-Rocker
695
693109
Screw (Ring Gear)
1033 691581
Kit-Valve Overhaul
697
690372
Screw (Drive Cap)
1034 690822
Guide-Push Rod
718
230192
Pin-Locating
1036 499364
Label Kit-Emission
726
399676
Gear-Ring (Aluminum1044 94673
Screw (Crankshaft
Services Plastic Ring Gear
Extension)
Only.)
1051 263080
Ring-Retaining
726A
Gear-Ring (Steel-See Ref.
1058 273683
Owner's Manual
23A for Service.)
1081 270920
* Seal O Ring
727
490324
Cover-Starter Drive
1090 497605
Retainer-Brush
729
225170
Clip-Wire
1091 281364
Cap-Limiter
729A 281390
Clip-Wire
311707-0026-E1
732
691002
Screw (Starter Drive Cover)
Replacement Engine
741
262932
Gear-Timing
754
690703
Screw (Breather Baffle)
*
Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number
757
213998
Link-Counterweight
358.
758
499994
Counterweight
•
Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number
759
230787
Pin-Counterweight
121.
761
94593
Screw (Counterweight)
•
Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref
783
693713
Gear-Pinion (For Steel
Number 977.
Ring Gear Only)
+
Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref
783A 693059
Gear-Starter (For Aluminum
Number 1033.
Ring Gear Only)
783B 693058
Gear-Starter (For Plastic
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
Ring Gear Only)
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED

GUIDE FOR SIGHTING

SLOPES

FOR SAFE OPERATION

3
ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL
SIGHTING
IUIDE

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TH_S

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

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