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Owner's Manual

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917,270681

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines, Before you start the en-

gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

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, II60179

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

Wa_ranty .......... ._.......:...... i ...................... 2

Safety Rules .................. :...................... 3

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

Assembly ........... _......_........................... 7

Operation ........... i ...... ':......:................... 10

Main!ena, nce _...... !.....!_....._ .................. 17

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 1

Service and Adjustments .................... ,_

Storage ............................................... ;

Troubleshooting ................................. ;

Repair Parts ........................................

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cov

LIMIT_:D rWo YE/_,R V_ARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN

F_r tw_ (2)_years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

m_mtaa!ned', ub_!cated and tLlned up according to the instructions in the owners

manuat, Sears will repai_ or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective ir

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, damag4

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 contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of it

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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. War-

ranty 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-my-home

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

• 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 absolute-

ly 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 mower-

related injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious

injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you 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 recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly 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.

• 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 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.

Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.

Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. 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.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! 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 where it cannot contact spark

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_tLCAUTION- 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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F

API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

VALVE INTAKE: .003-.005

;LEARANCE: EXHAUST: 005-.007

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:5.2

(MPH): REVERSE: 2.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14PSI

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new Tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest authorized service center/

department. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools

to service or repair this tractor. 5

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.

• Fellow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_, WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless

the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark attester meeting applicable

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

arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the opera-

tor.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal taws apply on federal _ands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest authorized service

center/department (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

I_(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

Steering __

Boot

Steering Wheel

(1) Lock

washer 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_ Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

I Steering

Extension

Shaft

Seat

(_Washer

(]_1_32 xl-3/16 x12

Gauge

1) Knob

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

Slope Sheet

Keys F-]

Video Cassette

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A sockei wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(t) 9/t6"wrench (t) Pliers

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

(t) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from shipping carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

,. _Insert

' _-3/8 Hex Bolt

_3/8 Lock Washer

q'J_ Large Flat

, Washer

J _+,-_ jSteering Boot

Steering Wheel !_ii_;_,-_

// }_ Tabs

' i

Adapter_

_c...._Extension Shaft

Steering_ ",, " _" ,'_,

Shaft _ _ •

_, ;_-" lad

"-. , ' ' Slots

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Remove steerng wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and gdlt.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roli off skid.

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 (la-

bel located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-

10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging structions.)

Battery

Door

Terminal

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.

.ou,e oat:

'_'_ °_ 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.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_"'REMOVE THE FOLLOWING BULLET

FOR MODELS WITH ELECTRIC LIFT.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmissio_

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

AWARNING: 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 tanl.

with gasoline.

• Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set th_

parking brake.

• Place motion control 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.

• Release parking brake.

•Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever il

neutral position.

•Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(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 opera-

tion. Mulcher

Plate

Shield

Latch

f Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store

in a safe place. Your mower is now ready

for discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you 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.

V'CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you re-

ceive the best performance and satisfac-

tion from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,I No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly lev-

eled 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 pul-

leys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following im-

portant items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline,

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

•/ Be sure brake system is in safe oper-

ating condition.

•/It is important to purge the transmis-

sion before operating your tractor for

the first time. Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions

(See "TO START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op-

eration section of this manual).

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

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ENG,HEONENG,NEOFFO,LPRESSUREL,GHTSONOVE,_TMF_[

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

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ATTACHMENT REVERSE

CLUTCH ENGAGED NEUTRAL HtGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

@_(_) ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGE[_ (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment Ignition Switch

Clutch.

Lever _

Ammeter ._-- - ~--.

Throttle/Choke _" _

Control _[_ ,',,'L_._ _ '

Light Switch

Lift

_Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Freewheel

Control Parking Brake Lever

Speed Motion Control

3 MPH

2MPH Lever

1 MPH

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

starling the engine.

MOTION CONTROL 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 CONTROL- Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL -

Disengagages transmission for pushing

or slowly towing the tractor with the

engine off.

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 runnJng, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition

"Engaged" Position____ Key

_ _(_\/ "Disengaged"

_&\/_fi \3A Position

Throttle/ f_--_S_' /'/

Choke :_i Z\e-/ Parking

Brake

Clutch/ Position

Motion Control

Lever

"Disengaged" "Brake"\

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

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 THRO'I-rLE 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 motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/

brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment

clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

41_CAUTION: Do not operate the

mower without either the entire grass

catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the

deflector shield in place,

Attachment Attachemnt

Clutch

"Engaged" High

Position Position

Low

Position

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

ACAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15°and do

not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TOTRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position. Free wheel control is

located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

• Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more

than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope,

cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

Fill Cap/

_\ Dipstick

ADDGASOLINE

Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life).

Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

ness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use

fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to

help insure good cold weather starting.

AI_ 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

,_cur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel

from the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control

to fast position, wait a few minutes and

try again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °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 o 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, depend-

ing on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake slowly return

to operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period

after the transmission has been

warmed up.

NOTE; If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor-

mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

_CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage treewneel lever while the engine

is running.

To ensure proper operation and

performance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operat-

ing tractor for the first time. This proce-

dure will remove any trapped air inside

the transmission which may have

developed during shipping of your

tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmissiol

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstall_

tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

•Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will

be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly

move motion control lever to reverse

position. After the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N)

position. Repeat this procedure with

the motion control lever three (3)

times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively

high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give

the mower cutting performance as well

as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into

the grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch "with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

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 perpen-

dicular to the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and

help your engine run better and last

longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation.

•Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners. 17

LUBRICATION CHART

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Bearing

Zerk

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(_SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

_REFERTO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust arid did 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.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or

insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE; To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in

the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem-

bly, center hole in blade must align with

star on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer an(

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

Flat Washer_

Lock Washer

Hex Bolt (

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

b_ade 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 wilt neec

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 hole

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain

in a horizontal position. If either end o

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

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BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging

system which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend

its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or

covers. Adding or checking level of

electrolyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

• Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TFIANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean

transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure

sprayer to c_ean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required fol

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oi! consumption

when used above 32°F. Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check

the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick.

_,)k,_(', _ '_OII Fill

I ,, If! Oil Drain

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

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. Blower Housing

Screws Screws

Dipstick Tube

Assembly

Engine

Cooling

Fins

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or

every season. Service paper cartridge

every 100 hours of operation or every

season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

• Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove cartridge nut.

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clea_

base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora.

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dr

cartridge. ?"-----_ Cover

. [i :i Knob

Cover --"_ : Cartridge

•_ Nut

_ _;_ i :"_ Paper

_oam P're-_---t_ r Cartridge

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MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler

and spark arrester (if equipped) as it

could create a fire hazard and/or

damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS '_

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure

tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

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CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water oul

Water in engine can result in a short-

ened engine life.

CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come

in contact with plug.Tractor

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

• Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch

•Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other thar

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.

Retainer Sprin

Anti-Sway

(Both Sides)

Link

Housing Guide

Large Retainer Spring 21

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to mower to

ground __ ground

A_-\ VGround Line V ]'T A

©Suspension Arm

Lift Link _ Z L_._

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.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of 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.

o_,_\ , oo, .. Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor

on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

- Remove mower from tractor (See "TO.

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

•Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

•Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

•Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel Idler

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the side of the transaxle.

It 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 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

m Nut

_./ ii__ Operatin ,

.b-_,,, ,; ._1_1,. (_ /I Arm

__ i ly I

Do Not touch this nut, If further brake

adjustment is necessary contact your

nearest authorized service center/

department

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. En-

gage parking brake. For assistance,

there is a belt installation guide decal or

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.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around

engine pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine -----------

Pulley

Clutching Idler--

Stationary Idle r---..-_

Transmission

Input Pulley_

0"% . .,,-"

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

•Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

•Hold motion control lever in that

position and turn engine off.

• While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move motion control lever to the

neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engine and test.

• If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied. Neutral

Motion Control Lever Lock Gate

k. "2""2

_': i_

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual.

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 WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest

authorized service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

Square Key .....-_

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emer-

gency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

_iiii!

Battery

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

_iL 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

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.

Battery

Dec

Box

Keps_ H

Nut "'"r _ ex

._ ......... _"' _'_.. Bolt

I/ ........!

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill,

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

Hood

,_ Headlight Wire

,_ Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and

systems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at

the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable.

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke

position. Slowly move lever from

choke to fast position.

• Check that holes "A" in governor

control lever and hole in governor

plate line-up. If holes "A" are not

aligned, loosen clamp screw and

move throttle cable until holes are

aligned. Tighten clamp screw se-

curely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idl_

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 o4 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 seatin carburetor may

result if screw is turned in too tight.

Governor

Control Lever Governor

Control Plate

Holes "A" Clamp Screw Cable

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

•Air cleaner assembly must be as-

sembled to the carburetor when

making carburetor adjustments.

• Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move throttle control lever to slow

position. With finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever against idle speed screw.

Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750

RPM.

• While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

valve full travel clockwise then counter-

clockwise until engine runs rough.

Turn valve to a point midway between

those two positions. Release throttle

lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

,, Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

Screw

__.,...Throttle

r_ -.--- -_ -. Lever

Idle Mixture Valve _

with Limiter

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

A(_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 Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rested or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage,

battery may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of

storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned

thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY

AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

_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

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

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

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from

dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

•Out of fuel.

•Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

• Engine flooded.

•Bad spark plug.

• Didy air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter.

•Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjustment,

Service Adjustments

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

_• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

Weak or dead battery.

Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment

Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed

•Attachment clutch is

engaged.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter,

Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Fill fuel tank.

• See"TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

• Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" ir

section,

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug,

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments

section.

,- Contact an authorized servicq

center/department.

Depress clutch/brake pedal.

Disengage attachment clutch

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition switcl"

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized servic_

center/department.

• Recharge or replace battery,

•Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Loss of power •

CAUSE

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.

Excessive

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.

vibration

Enginecontinues •

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attach ment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged part(s).

Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

CORRECTION

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Check oil level/change oil.

• Clean and regap or change

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 "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact an authorized

service center/department.

• Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

• Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

tROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

•Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

• Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pressure

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

• Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Switch is "OFF".

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

• Faulty alternator.

• Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

• Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or

servicing.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

stopping engine.

CORRECTION

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air

pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade 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.

• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connec

tions.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

• Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

•Purge transmission.

Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

SERVICE NOTES

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

REO

BATTERY

REO

AFUSE

AMMETER

(OPTtONAL) , _ _ -]

wH,,E , © :,<_f______

i I i

-- CLLUTCH / BF_A-K_"

)G All

IGNITION

SWITCH

(PEDAL UP)

--K

SOLENOID

STARTER

BLACK

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH

.... , _ _ _ / (NOT OCCUPIED)

WI'_TE I I i_i_l.......... i

BLACK

(OPTIONAL) _ SPARK

PLUG

BLACK IGNITION _ GAP

_ FUEL_ UNiT (2 PLUGS ON

•BLUE I _LINE I TWIN CYL. ENGINES) ,

__.,

i I CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT _VOLTS AC iVaN @ 3600 RPM

3 AMP DC O3600 RPM (CHARGIN6 sYSTEM °I,_CONNECT ED)

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID RED "_---_..._ _ _ _ •

IFSOEQU;PPED _ r"_ " ' Y____'I'_"

.zh .J::

G L-

....

' /

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.

BROWN

-0--

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGH1 B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+AI NONE

ST_,RT 3÷S+A1 NONE

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING,

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION\

t 144925

2 74760412

8156417

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

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 1t" red

Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

Fuse 15AMP

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Switch Ign

Key Ign

Harness tgn

Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2

CoverTerminal Red

Solenoid

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Protection Wire Loop

Harness Engine

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

208

2O6

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169830

2169061

3 17060612

5 155272

9168337X013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 169117X010

17 144983X558

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 156725X558

29 155217X599

30 164918X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 169834

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

60 72140606

64 154798

74 STD541437

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17670608

212 165919

-- 5479J

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, Dash, R.H.

HoodAssembly

BumperHood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut

Insert Lens Reflective

Lens, Grille

Fend/Ftrest

Bracket, Fender Support

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear

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 x 3/4

Dash Lower STLT

Nut Crownlock 3/8016 UNC

Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tytt

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Grille/Lens Assembly

Ptug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

GROUND DRIVE

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1Transmission (See Breakdown) 70 134683

Hydro Gear Model 322-0510 71 169183

8 165866 Rod, Shift 72 19132012

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 73 169182

14 STD551125 Washer Lock 1/4 74 169496

15 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 75 121749X

16 73800500 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18 UNC 76 12000001

21 130564 Knob 77 123583X

22 169498 Rod, Brake 78 121748X

24 73350600 Nut 81 165596

25 106888X Spring, Rod, Brake 82 165711

26 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 83 19171216

27 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 84 169843

28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 89 164890X428

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 90 124346X

30 130807 Bracket, Transmission 95 170201

32 74760512 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 96 STD624003

34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 103 73940800

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon

36 19211616 Washer 116 72110610

37 1572H Pin, Roll 150 165850

38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 151 19133210

39 72110622 Bolt 156 166002

40 4470J Spacer, Split 158 165589

41 165838 Keeper, Belt, Idler 159 165494

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 161 72140406

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Belt 162 73680400

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drustl 163 74780416

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 164 19091010

50 STD523715 Bolt 165 165623

51 STD541437 Nut 166 166880

52 STD541431 NutCrownlock 5/t6-28 168 165492

53 105710X Link, Clutch 169 165580

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 197 169613

56 74760620 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/4 198 169593

57 140294 V-Belt, Drive 199 169612

59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center 200 72140508

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 202 72110612

63 140186 Pulley, Engine 205 19171616

64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16 x 4 Gr. 5

65 10040700 Washer

66 154778 Keeper, Belt Engine Hydro

Guide, Belt, Mower Drive RH

Strap, Torque, Lh

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

Strap, Torque, Rh

Spacer, Axle

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Ring, E

Key, Square

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

Shaft Asm Cross

Spring, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Link Tranaaxle

Console, Shift

Nut Selt-Thd Wshd 1/4

Control Asm Bypass Hydro

Spring, Retainer 1"

Nut, Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10

Washer 5/16 x 1.0 x 1.25

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Grl 5

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Uric

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 x 1

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16 x 1.0 x .t25

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastener Cross Shaft

Nyliner Snap-In

Washer Nyliner

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Bolt RdHd Sqnk

5/16-18 Unc x 1

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

Washer 17/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1139768

2154427

3 156483

4 157473

5 6266H

6 121748X

719272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 169832

11 STD551137

13 136518

15 145212

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 74780520

62 167902

63 STD523710

65 160367

66 154404

67 72110618

68 169829

79 19132012

80 74950612

82 169835

85 133835

Steering Wheel

Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

Spindle Assembly, L.H.

Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

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

Ring, Klip

Bearing, SteeringColumn

Draglink

Washer, Lock

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Nut, Hex Flange Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Screw, Hex Wsh Hd Torx

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pin Cotter

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

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

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Shaft

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

Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

Kit Steering Asm Service

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

Spacer Brace Axle

Bearing Arm Pittman

Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-!/4

Axle, Brace

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

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

Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

Fastener Christmas Tree

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1inch =25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

72 62

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13 4

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Spark Arrester

14 15 _

38 78

ENGINE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

162157

17720410

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

Control Throt/Ch Lh

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

Engine (See Breakdown)

Bdggs 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 Browning/Debris Guard

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

Line Fuel 20"

Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)

Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4

Screw 3/8-16x1-1/4

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140122

2 140551

371110616

419131610

5 145006

6. STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 155925

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman 13 121248X

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412

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

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

Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976X

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

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431

Screw 3/8-16 X 1 24 19171912

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

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

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

8o_1Shoutder 5/16-18 Ur_c-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 dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

13 634 5 13 10

KEY

NO. PART

NO.

1156811

2171761

3 171696

4 171697

6 133644

8 166887

9 163204

10 156439

12 146046

13 163252

14 160396

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Oper. Instr. 15 174794

Decal,Replacement 20 149516

Decal, Hood, R.H. 21 163205

Decal, Hood, L.H. - - 169210

Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 138311

Decal, Deck Mower EZ - - 165800X428

Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 165799X428

Decal, Fender Danger - - 174790

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic - - 174791

Decal, Dash Panel

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Engine

Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Fender Sd. Wht

Decal, By-Pass

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X427

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X427

9 106268X

10 7152J

11 ! O4757X

- - 144334

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

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 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

LIFT ASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylong

7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted

8 122365X Button Plunger Read

11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H.

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion BIk Zinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE:All component dimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

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34 o_21

105

103

106

19 21

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165892

2 STD533107

3138017

4165460

5 STD624008

6130832

8 850857

9 STD551 ! 37

10 140296

11 134149

12 129895

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 140329

18 72140505

19 132827

20 159770

21 STD541431

134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 1237!3X

26 110452X

27 130968X428

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 STD551037

_0 STD541437

1.4 140088

_5 STD624003

137729

:!8 133944

_.9 155066

_0 131340

51 STD541410

52 139888

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 53 131845

Bolt 54 133943

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 55 155046

Front 56 165723

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 59 141043

Retainer Spring 67 149846

Arm, Suspension, Rear 68 144959

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 92 STD541437

Washer, Lock 101 136420

Washer, Hardened 102 71161010

Blade, Mulching 103 19061216

Bearing, Ball 104 STD551110

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 105 160793

Vented (Includes Key 106 2029J

Number 12) 128 153390

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 129 19131312

Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 130 STD523710

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 131 STD5.33710

Bolt, Shoulder 142 165890

Baffle, Vortex 143 157109

Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 144 158634

Stiffener Bracket 145 165888

Bracket, Deflector 146 165891

Cap, Sleeve 147 131335

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 148 169022

Nut, Push 149 165898

Shield, Deflector 150 19091216

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 151 169670

Rod, Hinge 152 169676

Screw Thdrol Washer Head 153 169674

Washer, Spacer 154 169675

Pulley, Mandrel 155 169671

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 156 169672

Bolt 157 169669

Fastner, Christmas Tree 158 17720410

Pulley, Idler, Flat 159 72140614

Washer 13/32 x 13/!6 x 16 - - 130794

Gauge

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Guard, Mandrel, L.H. - - 169583

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 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Nut

Mulcher Cover

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 Spring 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

RodClutch

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

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Unc x 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.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

HYDRO TRANSAXLE --MODEL NUMBER 322-0510

80,

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20W50 OIL j57

124 SEAL AND O-RING KIT _'127

_'123

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HYDRO TRANSAXLE --MODEL NUMBER 322-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

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170351 Main Housing, Assembly 60 142883

170352 Side Housing, Assembly 61 142882

170353 Center Section, Assembly 62 170409

170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 63 170410

169898 Block - Assembly

170355 Sealant 64 142892

170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 65 170411

1.25 66 170412

170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 67 170413

170358 Shaft, Input 68 170414

170359 Ring-Retaining 69 170415

170360 Spacer 70 170416

169870 Ring- Retaining 71 170417

170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276

173158 Ball Brg 17MM ID X 40MM OD X 72 170418

12MM

170362 Hex FLlange Head Screw 5/16- 73 142884

24 X 0.75

170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 74 170419

170364 Arm, Control 75 170420

173159 Bearing, 30X52X13 Thrust

170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer 76 170421

170366 Shaft, Motor1 77 170422

170367 Gear- Pinion, 13T 78 142969

170368 10T/48TGEAR 79 142980

170369 Gear, 10T Jackshaft 80 150778

170370 60T Bull Gear

170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X 81 170423

.625 82 170424

170389 Sleeve Bearing

(Outboard).75X1.750X.625 83 161168

142991 Washer, 3/4 ID X 1-1/20D X 84 170425

•13 THK 85 170426

170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 87 173160

170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, 88 170428

R.H.) 90 170430

170392 Shaft, Axte .75 X 16.99 (Key, 93 170431

L.H•) 107 170432

150792 Miter Gear (SPLINED) 108 170433

150793 Miter Gear 15T (0.5 ID)

150809 Shaft 109 170434

170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 111 170435

170394 Pin, Jackshaft 113 170437

170395 Magnet, Rling

170396 Spring, Bypass 116 170438

150797 Hydro mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 119 173161

Long 120 17044

170397 Flilter 122 173162

170398 Base, Filter

170399 Actuator, Bypass 123 173163

170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 124 170444

170401 Arm, Bypass

170402 Retaining Ring .250 External 125 170445

170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 TC 126 173164

170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 ID X1.00D X127 170447

.05THK 128 173165

170405 Retaining Ring 900 171613

170406 Bearing, Center Block

142977 Spring -Helical Compression

142978 Washer

150798 20W-50 OIL72.8 oz

170407 Brake Yoke

170408 Rotor, Brake

Brake Puck

Puck Plate

Brake Actuating Pin

HFHCS 1/4-20X2 W/Patch,

Special Flange

Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

Spacer

Spring, Brake Arm Bias

SQ. HD. BOLT 5/16-24-Ribbed

Arm, Brake

Slotted Hex Nul 5/16-24

Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

Compression Spring Brake Anti-

Drag

Washer, HT .5 I.D. X 10.D. X

.032

Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8

O.D.

Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

Check Plug Assembly, .027,

Washer

Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

Spring, Helicl Comp

Spacer

Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24

UNJF(Nylon Insert)

Wedge, Friction Pack

Clip, Washer .316Xl .50X.1046

(Plated)

Pin, Standard Headless

Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Hose, Expansion Tank

Cap, Vent

Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

Puck, Inner Wedge

Spring Clip - Housing Thrust

Deflector

Washer,Motorshaft

.711DX1.15ODX.030THK

Plug, Sae #6

O-ring .07 x .301 I.D.

Bracket, Support Expansion

Tank

Slilicon Sponge

Fan

Pulley

#12 T.F. Screw-lindented Hex

Washer Head

Bracket Belt Keeper

Center Section-Fitter-Bypass

Assembly

Filter Assembly

Fan - Pulley Service Aassembty

Seal - O-ring Kit

Kit, Expansion Tank

Transaxle, complete

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270681

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

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REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

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LOCATIONS

THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-MATIC

AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS

188_

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET I

51A _, 267 _--_) 137((_

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358 GASKET SET

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

KEY PART

NO. NO.

t 690156

399265

3391086

494238

690188

7 692410

3 495735

) 27803

L0 94621

I1 281246

12 271916

271997

271996

13 94728

15 94239

!6 69O136

_0 291675

95187

_3 693557

_3A 492326

_4 222698

_5 692271

692272

692273

692274

_6 690162

690164

690166

690168

_7 263129

Z8 498319

498320

692419

499940

692852

33 495856

_4 495857

_5 262811

17 224502

_0 224641

_3 49O815

15 262411

_6 496884

692706

_0 690193

41 693138

;1A 273650

;3 690227

95160

'3 494439

'4 94821

'5 225136

'8 94896

_7 491323

_3 281346

14 498030

_5 94098

_8 495800

04 231789

05 231855

O6 231854

08 224558

08A 224540

17 232118

17 232119

21 690191

25 690194

30 224539

31 494379

33 494381

37 281165

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

CylinderAssembly 141 495097 Choke Shaft Kit (Man. Choke)

Bushing/Seal Kit 141A 495931 Choke Shaft Kit (Choke-A-

*Seal-Oil Matic)

Sump-Engine 142 232117 • Nozzle-Carburetor

Head-Cylinder 146 94196 Key-Timing

*+ Gasket-CylinderHead 163 281106 *Gasket, AirCleaner

Breather Assembly 165 693148 Nut (Ring Gear)

*Gasket-Breather 171 281051 Nut (Air Cleaner)

Screw(BreatherAssembly) 177 270920 *Seal-O-Ring

Tube-Breather 186 493496 Connector-Hose

*Gasket-Crankcase (.015" Thick, 187 492790 Line-Fuel(Cutto Required

Std.) Length)

*Gasket-Crankcase (.005" Thick) 188 94929 Screw(Control Bracket)

*Gasket-Crankcase (.009"Thick) 192 492160 Adjuster, Rocker Arm

Screw (Cylinder Head, 3-9/16") 209 260695 Spring, Governor

Plug-Oil Drain 216 262766 Link-Choke

Crankshaft 216A 262767 Link-Choke

*Seal-Oil 222 495611 Bracket, Control

Screw (Crankcase Cover) 227 493935 Lever-Governor

Flywheel(SteeIRingGear) 231 94098 • Screw(Choke)

Flywheel (Plastic Ring Gear) 232 262785 Spring-Link

Key-Flywheel 238 262836 Cap, Valve

Piston Assembly (Std.) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

Piston Assembly (.010 "O.S.) 265 221535 Clamp-Casing

Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.) 276 281164 _0. SealingWasher

Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.) 287 94903 Screw (Dipstick Tube)

Ring Set, Piston (Std.) 294 81010 Adjuster-RockerArm

Ring Set, Piston (.010"O.S.) 304 225017 Housing-Blower(Blacklnner)

Ring Set, Piston (.020"O.S.) 305 94863 Screw(InnerBIowerHousing)

Ring Set, Piston (.030"O.S.) 306 225020 Shield, Cylinder

Lock-Piston Pin 307 94930 Screw(CylinderShield)

Pin Assembly, Piston (Std.) 309 693551 Motor-Starter(ForSteelRing

Pin Assembly-Piston (.005" Gear Only)

O.S.) 309 497595 Motor-Starter (For Plastic Ring

Rod-Connecting (Std.) Gear Only)

Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) 309 693054 Motor-Starler (For Aluminum

Screw (Connecting Rod) Ring Gear Only)

Valve-Exhaust 310 94003 Screw(StarterMotor)

Valve, Intake 311 497608 Brush Set

Spring, Valve 318 94734 Screw(Mounting Bracket)

Guard-Flywheel 333 495859 Armature, Magneto

Retainer, Valve 334 94731 Screw (Armature

Governor-Oil Slinger 337 491055 Spark Plug

Tappet, Valve 358 690189 Gasket Set

Camshaft 363 19203 Flywheel Puller

ShortBIock 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug

Manifold, Intake 404 94927 Washer(GovernorCrank)

*+ Gasket-intake 423 95163 Screw(AirCleanerBase)

Gasket-Intake 462 225137 Washer (Starter Cable)

Stud (Carburetor) 467 493903 Knob-AirCleaner

Screw (Intake Manifold) 474 393474 Alternator

Screen, Rotating 493 224968 Bracket-Mounting (Front)

Screw (Rotating Screen) 493A 224969 Bracket-Mounting(Rear)

Washer(Flywheel 503 806000 Strap-Starter

Screw (Flywheel Guard) 505 231978 Nut (Governor Lever)

*SeaI-GovemorShaft 510A 693699 Drive, Starter (Use With Steel

Bushing-Throftle Shaft Ring Gear Only)

Valve-ldleAdjustment 510A 497606 Drive, Starter (Use With

• Screw (Throttle Valve) Aluminum & Plastic Ring Gear

Kit-Idle Speed Only)

• Pin-FloatHinge 513 398003 Clutch-Drive

• Valve-FloatNeedle 523 495230 Dipstick

• Seat-Inlet 524 281370 *Dipstick Tube Seal

Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 525 496113 Dipstick Tube

Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic) 535 496894 Filter, A/C Element

• Jet, Main (Standard) 544 497603 Armature-Starter

Jet, Main (High Altitude) 552 491986 Bushing-Gov. Lever

Carburetor Overhaul Kit *Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

Carburetor • Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number 121.

• Plug-Welch (Sold in Kit Only) _' Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref Number

Vaive-Throttte 977.

Throttle Shaft Kit + Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Rel Number

Float-Carburetor 1033.

qN, Gasket-Float Bowl NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

55 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917,270681

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

KEY PART

NO. NO.

562 92613

579 92278

601 93053

614 93306

616 495157

617 692138

634 494455

635 691909

654 94010

668 280848

695 693109

697 690372

718 230192

726 399676

726A ------

727 490324

729 225170

729A 281390

732 691002

741 262932

754 690703

757 213998

758 499994

759 230787

761 94593

783 693713

783A 693059

783B 693058

789 497708

797 693167

801 497626

802 497607

803 497604

813 393514

830 94555

847 496415

851 224110

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Bolt (Governor Lever) 868 499236 *+ Seal -Valve

Nut (Starter Cable) 872 281104 Cover-Air Cleaner

Clamp-Hose 875 693686 Base-Air Cleaner

Pin-Cotter 877 393537 Wire-Alternator

Crank-Governor 883 272293 *+ Gasket-Exhaust

Seal-O-Ring 910 93621 Screw(Alternator)

Spring &Seal Assy 914 690960 Screw(RockerCover)

Boot-Spark Plug 934 94627 Screw (Fan Retainer)

Nut(Carburetor) 947 497672 Solenoid-Fuel

Spacer 967 272403 Filter-Pre-cleaner

Screw (Ring Gear) 975 495933 Bowl-Float

Screw (Drive Cap) 977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor

Pin-Locating 987 281166 • SeaI-ThrottleShaft

Gear-Ring (Aluminum-Services 996 690678 ShieldCarburetor

Plastic Ring Gear Only.) 1005 691927 Fan-Flywheel

Gear-Ring (Steel-See Ref. 23A 1006 224413 Retainer-Fan

for Service.) 1022 272475 *+ Gasket-RockerCover

Cover-Starter Drive 1023 224552 Cover-Rocker

Clip-Wire 1026 494432 Rod-Push (Intake)

Clip-Wire 1026A 495136 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

Screw (Starter Drive Cover) 1029 224554 Arm-Rocker

Gear-Timing 1033 691581 Kit-Valve Overhaul

Screw (Breather Baffle) 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod

Link-Counterweight 1036 499364 Label Kit-Emission

Counterweight 1044 94673 Screw (Crankshaft Extension)

Pin-Counterweight 1051 263080 Ring-Retaining

Screw(Counterweight) 1058 273683 Owner's Manual

Gear- Pinion (For Steel Ring 1081 270920 *Seal O Ring

Gear Only) 1090 497605 Retainer-Brush

Gear-Starter (For Aluminum 1091 281364 Cap-Limiter

Ring Gear Only) -- -- 311707-0026-E1 Replacement Engine

Gear-Starter (For Plastic Ring

Gear Only) *Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

Harness-Wiring • Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number 121.

Nut (Brush Retainer) _, Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref Number

Cap-Drive 977.

Cap-End + Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref Number

Housing-Starter 1033.

Clamp

Stud (Rocker Arm) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

Dipstick/Tube Assembly 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Terminal-Wire

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING _. _CuT

GUIDE TH_s

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15 ° MAX.

i1 i Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

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

_ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

il caution when changing direction on slopes.

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