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Owner's Manual

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17.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270712

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

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, IL 60179

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

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

SafetyRules...........................................2

ProductSpecifications...........................5

Assembly................................................8

Operation..............................................12

MaintenanceSchedule.........................18

Maintenance.........................................18

ServiceandAdjustments......................22

Storage.................................................29

Troubleshooting....................................30

RepairParts.........................................34

PartsOrdering.......................BackCover

LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT

Fortwo (2)yearsfromthe dateof purchase,ifthis CraftsmanRidingEquipment is main-

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

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

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc,

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATI'ERY

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

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

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

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

date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-

ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-

able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This

warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you

specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to

state.

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

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions 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 direc-

tion 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 unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turnoffblades 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 unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are amajor factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow 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 nottum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of acliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

puttingyour 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 tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may tall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

*Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside aclosed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs with .

the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required. • Be

sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and •

behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be sadously injured or interfere with •

safe machine operation.

•Keep children out offthe 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 elopes (15 ° Max), not

across.

,A Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TIONI!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

Remove obstacles such as recks, tree

limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terrain cOuldoverturn 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.

Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

,_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defacts, or other reproductive harm.

ACAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

IASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

',APACITY UNLEADED

_NDTYPE: REGULAR

)ILTYPE SAE 30 (above 32°F)

_,PI-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

,IL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

;PARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .030")

VALVE INTAKE: .003"-.005"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .005"-.007"

GROUND SPEED

MPH):

FORWARD:

1ST 1.2

2ND 1.5

3RD "2.4

4TM 3.5

5TH 4.8

6TM 5.4

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

3HARGING 3 AMPS BA'I-I'ERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BA'I-rERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, 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 intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws (if any). If aspark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. Aspark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

PartsBag contents shown full size-

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Lockwasher

3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

(1) Large Flat Washer

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

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

(2) Screws #10 x5/8 Q(2) LockWashers(2)Weld Nuts#10#10

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

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Mulcher

Plate ©

Manual

Boot

Video

Cassette

Steering

Wheel

Parts Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

o tU'°m

"-_'_--" (2) Latch Hook (2) Gauge

_" Assemblies Wheels

Slope Sheet

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(2) Keys

(2) Washers

3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Q(2)

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Center lock Nuts

Steering Wheel

Adapter

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

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

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

as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9116"wrench

(2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Pliers

(1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" wrench socket

drive rachet

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

(1) Phillips Screw

ddver

(1) Tire pressure

gauge

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF

SKID

AI"rACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

•Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten-

,sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure-

ly to 18-22 ft. Ibs. torque.

•Place tabs of steedng boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

•Slide steedng wheel adapter onto steer-

ing shaft extension.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to dght) 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 steedng wheel.

•Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and gdll.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

•Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR Seat Pan

CHECK BATI'ERY

• Lift seat pan to raised position and open Shoulder

battery box door. Bolt

•If this battery is put into service after |

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat- _

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for charg- Adjustment Knob

ing instructions).

Seat Pan

Battery Box ,Label

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

•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

roached 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.

Flat Washer

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

wetd nut as shown.

NOTE: Pro-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down.

•Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

nght position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

ACAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Weld

Nut

The Top

Lock

Washer

Hook Points

Down

Latch Latch

Hook

Washer

Mulcher

Nut

Lock Washer

Washer

_Screw

Deflector

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTOBAGGINGOR

DISCHARGING

Simplyremovemulcherplateand storein

a safeplace.Yourmoweris now readyfor

dischargingor installationof optional

grasscatcheraccessory.

NOTE:It is notnecessaryto change

blades.The mulcherbladesaredesigned

for dischargingandbaggingalso.

ASSEMBLEGAUGEWHEELSTO

MOWERDECK

The gaugewheelsaredesignedto keep

the mowerdeckin properpositionwhen

operatingmower.Be surethey areprop-

erlyadjustedto ensureoptimummower

performance.

•Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on

aflat level surface.

•Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTI'ING

HEIGHT* in the Operation section of

this manual).

•With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they aro slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropri-

ate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer,

and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

•Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel Mounting

Bracket

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 5 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 replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual. Verify that the belts are rout-

ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

3/8-16

Locknut

eWheel

/ CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

•/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

•/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

•/All tires are properly inflated.'(For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best

cutting results. ('13res must be properly

inflated for leveling).

/Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/ 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

operating condition.

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror inliteraturesuppliedwiththe product.

Learnandunderstandtheir meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

•ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER,KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(AutomaticModelson_y)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiadze yourself With the locations of

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

Attachment

Ammeter Clutch Lever Ignition

~--. Switch

Throttle/Choke "- -.

Control

Light

Lift Lever

Plunger

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Attachment Lift

Lever

Parking Brake

Height

Adjustment

Knob Gearshift

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute,

AI-I'ACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Tums the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

pedal into the brake position.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your trac-

tor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (-).

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the |

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glass- I

es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust-

ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over specta-

cles, or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting.the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

•Placeparldng brake lever in

"ENGAGED" position and release pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in =BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure.

Throttle/Choke Attachment Clutch Lever

Control lever "Engaged" Position

"_'_._ "Disengaged"

Cl -c ra,.. _os,0on

Pedal Ddve" .-_!_=ffParking Brake

Position _ ", '_',, _/_ "Engaged"

%'-_ ,_,v,,= "Brake" Gearsh ft

"Disengaged" Adjustment "PositionLever

Position Knob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

•To stop ground drive, depress

clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"

position.

•Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi-

tion.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire'.

•Tum ignition key to =OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than =OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

,_ol_ping tractor on grass areas.

AUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROI"rLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in neutral

(N) position.

•Move gearshift lever to desired posi-

tion.

•Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Tum knob clockwise (G) to raise cutting

height.

•Tum knob counterclockwise (O)to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

1-112" to 4". The heights are measured

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are ap-

proximate 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 rela-

tively 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.

•Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

•Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES -disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

Attachment Clutch

Position

Attachment LiftLever

High Position

Low

Position Position

Guard

_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. A slope guide

at the back of your manual is provided for

your use.

•Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake

position and engage parking brake.

•Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended 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 trac-

tor.

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 necessary,

add oil until =FULL" mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainten-

ance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainten-

ance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

15c°ld weather starting.

_,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 emp-

tied 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 informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-

_nct damage may occur.

AUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

'• Move attachment clutch to uDISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and tum 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. tf the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as descdbed above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F AND

BELOW)

• When engine starts, allow engine to run

with the throttle control in the choke

position until the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an engine warm-

up period from several seconds to sev-

eral minutes, depending on the temper-

ature.

•The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be

adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

MOWING TIPS

•Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the machine.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

•When mowing large areas, start by tum-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, 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 possi-

ble 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 unde-

sirable 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 se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best 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 at-

tachment 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 blad.ewill recur

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

aftemoon. 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 cut-

ting 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 condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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Check Tire Pre_um _

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0 Che_ Be.eryLevee !

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Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension q_'s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Ks

Check Engine Oil Level _I1_

Change Engine Oil 1_1.=,_

E Claan Air Filter _V':

N Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester V'

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _,=

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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 periodi-

cally 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 intedock

systems for proper operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk Zerk

•Front Wheel Wheel

Bearing Zerk , Bearing

Zerk

•Engine

0Attachment *, ,

i,0Gear-

Clutch ' ,

,_shift

Pivot(s) : ,

,. . l.' Pivots

0SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OIL

0General Purpose Grease

•Refer to Maintenance =Engine" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon bear-

ings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust

and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-

lubricating bearings. If you feel they must

be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper-

forminganymaintenance.

BRAKEOPERATION

Iftractor requiresmorethansix (6)feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

=1"OADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 3 of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

bet.

• 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 bepurchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and inter-

lock systems are working properly. Ifyour

tractor does not function as described

below, repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment 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 assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

•Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

• 13ghten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat-

treated.

Flat Washer _, Mandrel

Assembly

Lock Washer--_ Star

Hex Bolt (Grade 8)'

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identified by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is

balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

•The blade canbe sharpened with a file

or on agrinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while it is on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a

5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal°

ancer).

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 onto an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the belt

or pin parallel with the ground. If blade

is balanced, it should remain in a hori-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt

or Pin

Blade

BA'I-rERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use.Howev-

er, periodic charging of the battery with an

automotive charger will extend its life.

ieep battery and terminals clean.

Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BA'I-I"ERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to =leak"

power.

Open batterybox door.

D=sconnectBLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

•Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

•Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly.

•Reinstall battery (See"REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The bells are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict coo, ng.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG or

SH, Select the oil's SAE viscosity (]rade

according to your expected operating tem-

perature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

.20- .10- 20" 30-

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although mulli-viscosity oils

(5W30 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

co d weather, these multi-viscosity o'ls w'll

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 320[=.Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the od 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 stad-.

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick 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 classifi.cation 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 did tO enter the engine

when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

i fter oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS"on page 5 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.

Oil Fill

_'-_Cap/Dips_ck

p, Oil Drain

_/Plug

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not runproperly using a

dirty airfiller. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cadridge every 100

hours ot operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

•Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

•Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean,

absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove

excess oil.

•If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

•Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

•Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove cartridge nut.

•Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clean

base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

•Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

•Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as

kerosene, are not to be used to clean the

cartridge. They may cause deterioration of

the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not

use pressurized air to clean or dry car-

tridge.

Cover

Knob

Co _Cadddge

Foam -I'_'i Paper

Pre-Cleane_ CaBas_:dge

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubbom

dded 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 bdstle brush

to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

•To reassemble, reverse above proce-

dure.

Screws Blower Housing Screws

DipstickTube

Assembly

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 5 of this manual.

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 carbu-

retor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clam.

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 elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

life.

Engine Cooling

Plug

,ACAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

in contact with plug.

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.

• Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever

by removing retainer spring.

• 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.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

•Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

•Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Retainer

Suspension

Arms Engine Pulley

Front

Link

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Swaybar

(Both Sides)

Springs

(Both Sides)

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" on page 5 of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflat-

ed, 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 adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full tum of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom _Bottom

of Cu_Cud

XSuspension

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back adjust-

ment 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 118Nto 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nuts =P

against trunnion on both front links.

•To raise front of mower, loosen nut "P

from trunnion on beth front links.

"13ghten 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 "P against

trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut "P Nut "E"

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT (See IllustraUon Next Page)

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.

Mandrel

Pulley

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Idler

Pulleys

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut =A"on brake rod.

•If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam nut and tum nut "A"until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

•Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center.

• With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

/am Nut

_Operating Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

•Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

•Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around engine

pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure.

Engine

Pulley

Clutching

Stationary

Transaxle

Pulley

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is !n neutral (N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

•Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

•Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

•Position the gear shift lever in the neu-

tral (N) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever

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

Ring

• ....:..... Neutral Lock

Adjustment Bolt Gate

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

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 ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not hori-

zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-

tioned straight forward, remove steedng

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.

Axle Cover '_

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK

BATrERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking matedals away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around battedes.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

If =jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

AIMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicals.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, 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

Seat Pan

Battery Box

Door

Charged

Battery

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BA'I'rERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wdstwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

• Lilt 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 posi-

tive (+) terminal with hex bolt and nut as

shown. T_hten securely.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining hex

belt and nut. Tighten securely.

•Close battery box door.

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hoed.

•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 pre-

vent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section of this

manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 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 lilt off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedures.

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 establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

• Check that holes "A" in governor control

lever and hole in governor plate line-up.

If holes "A" are not aligned, loosen

clamp screw and move throttle cable

until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp

screw securely.

Go_iemor Governor

Control Lever Control Plate

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-

sary. However, minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.

Turning the idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve

and the seat in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETI'ING -

•Air cleaner assembly must be assem-

bled to the carburetor when making car-

buretor adjustments.

•Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted propedy (see above).

FINAL SE'I-rlNG -

•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 posi-

tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle

lever against idle speed screw. Turn idle

speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

•While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve

full travel clockwise then counterclock-

wise until engine runs rough. Tum valve

to a point midway between those two

positions. Release throttle lever.

Clamp Throttle

Holes "A" Screw Cable

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle mixture valve out (counter-

clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust--damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed, overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous, if you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center, which has proper equip-

ment to make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed Screw Throttle

dl ixtur

Valve With

Limiter

Immediatelyprepareyourtractorfor stor-

age at theend of theseasonor if thetrac-

tor will notbeusedfor 30 daysor more.

_,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this manu-

al).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After aperiod of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long pedods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BAI-rERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed and place calbes where they cannot

come in contact with battery terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, 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 dam-

age 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 sta-

bilizer 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 carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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 it 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 pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

Engine clicks but

will not start

CAUSE

•Out of fuel. •

•Engine not =CHOKED"

properly.

•Engine flooded. •

•Bad spark plug. •

• Dirty air filter. •

•Dirtyfuel filter. •

•Water in fuel. °

•Loose or damaged wiring. •

•Carburetor out of adjust- •

ment.

•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 adjust- •

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment,

•Clutch/brake pedal not •

depressed.

•Attachment clutch is •

engaged,

•Weak or dead battery. •

•Blown fuse. •

•Corroded battery termi- °

nals.

•Loose or damaged wiring. •

•Faulty ignition switch. •

•Faulty solenoid or starter. °

•Faulty operator presence •

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery. •

•Corroded battery termi- •

nals.

CORRECTION

Fillfuel 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 fil-

ter.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

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 and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

Depress clutch/brake pedal.

Disengage attachment

clutch.

Recharge or replace battery.

Replace fuse.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace ignition

switch.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

Recharge or replace battery.

Clean battery terminals.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engineclicksbut •Loose or damaged wiring. •Check all wiring.

will not start (con • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Check/replace solenoid or

I'd) starter.

Loss of power •Set in "Higher Cut" posi-

tion/reduce speed.

•Adjust throttle control.

•Cutting too much

grass/too fast.

I•Throttle in =CHOKE _ posi-

tion.

•Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

•Dirty air filter.

•Low oil level/dirty oil.

•Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•Water in fuel.

•Spark plug wire loose.

•Dirty engine air

screen/fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

Excessive vibration *Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Loose/damaged part(s).

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with

attachment clutch

engaged

•Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Poor cut -uneven *Worn, bent or loose blade.

=• Mower deck not level.

•Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•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 gaso-

line 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 and Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts,

•Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

_ROBLEM CAUSE r

Poor cut -uneven

(cont'd)

Mower blades wil

not rotate

Poor grass di-

charge

Headlight(s) not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery will not

charge •

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine =OFF"

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

• Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

•Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

I°Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air pres-

sure.

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.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

•Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

I°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 connections.

•Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917,270712

BA'fTERY

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

W_TE

FUSE 30 AMP.

L ....... J

CLUTCH /BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

i I

I RED

=_S_LE_ _1.= STARTER

_ACK

SEAT SWITCH

I....... J (NOT OCCUPIED)

BLUE

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITIONICIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF G+M+L NONE

RUi_t_IGHT B+ L A +Y

RUN B+ L NONE

START B + L+ S NONE

LINE

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID J

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH ASPECIAL

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

•SPARK

,GNmON

UNIT PLUGS ON

]_NIN CYI-. ENGINES)

(_ARGING SYSTI_M(_ITFIJT 2B_I_TSACMIN a36001_'_1

3 AMP DC •3600 RPM (CHARGING SysTI_M (_SCONNECTED)

R_.O I i

L_TmSYSTE_r_n tALTERNATOR =

s_Ac e_oePa DIODE =

......... J

_14 V_I_TS AC MIN Q3EGO FIPM ILINS (_T)

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

I I

i I

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

2 74760412 BoltHex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

8 156417 Case Battery

16 153664 Switch,InterlockPush-In

19 STD551125 Washer Lock 114

20 73350400 NutJam Hex 1/4-20 Unc

21 166182 Harness Asm Iight W/4152j

22 4152J BulbLight#1156

24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

26 166180 Fuse 15AMP

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

28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

29 121305X SwitchPlunger Nc Gray

30 140301 SwitchIgn 4 Pos

31 124211X Nut Ignition

32 141226 Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT

33 109310X Key Ign MoldedCraftsman

40 166145 Harness Ign

41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4.20 Unc x 1/2

42 131563 Cover Terminal Red

43 145673 Solenoid

44 73640400 Nut Keps BIkHex 1/4-20 Unc

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop

70 166659 Harness Engine

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgive in U.S.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 166819

2 140356

3 17490612

4 19131216

5155272

9 161917X013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 1691,18

14 17490608

17 144983X558

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

23 145198X558

29 155217X599

30 151287X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

51 738OO4OO

52 19091416

53 14.r_?.01

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

60 721406O6

64 154798

74 STD541437

114 158112

115 17490620

116 19131614

140 158418

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

- - 54793

NOTE:

ChassisAssembly

Drawbar

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

Washer 13732x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bumper Hood/Dash

Dash

Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x3/4

Panel, Dash, LH.

Clip"rinnermanGdlleP/L

Panel, Dash, R.H.

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

HoodAssembly

Bumper Hood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut

Gdllew/Clips MS-558

Lees, Gdne

FancVFtrestPntSTLT N HLD 558

Bracket,Fender Support

ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

P_VOtBracketAssembly,L.H.

Pivot BracketAssembly, R.H.

Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

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

Bracket GdUePickoffLH

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

BracketGdlle PickoffRH

Bolt, FinHex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

Bolt RdlxI Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Dash Lower STLT

NUtCrownlook 3/8016 UNC

Keeper BeltRear Lh StlP930

Screw Thdml 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

BracketSuspensionFront

Plate ReinforcementSTLT

BracketSwaybar Chassis

BracketPnt Footrest STLT

Rod PivotChassis/Hood

Plug, Button

Allcomponentdimensionsgive In U.S, inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

GROUND DRIVE

50-"_ 150

2_ 151

25 27

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1........ Transaxle (See Breakdown) 61 17490612

Peedass 206-545C 62 8883R

2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 63 140186

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 64 71170764

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer

5 121520X Strap, Torque 65 STD551143

617490512 Screw, Thd., ROll. 5/16-18 x 3/4 66 154778

8 165866 Rod ShifterFender STLT 70 134683

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 72 19132012

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 74 137057

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNFW/Patch Gr. 8 75 121749X

14 STD551125 Washer 76 STD581075

19 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1. Gr 5 77 123583X

19 STD541437 Nut 78 121748X

21 106933X Knob 79 2228M

22 130804 Rod, Brake 80 145090

24 STD541237 Nut 81 165592

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 82 165711

26 STD551037 Washer 83 19171216

27 STD561210 Pin 84 166231

2B 145204 Rod, ParkingBrake 85 150360

29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake, Red 89 158391X428

30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 90 124346X

31 127275X Keeper, Belt, L.H. 96 4497H

32 STD523107 Bolt 112 19091210

34 155071 ShaitAssembly, Foot Pedal 113 127285X

35 120183X Beadng, Nylon 116 72110610

36 STD551062 Washer 145 74490540

37 STD571810 Roll Pin 150 165850

38 131494 Pulley,Idler, Flat 151 19133210

39 STD523727 Bolt 156 166002

40 4470J Spacer, Split .395x.59 158 165589

41 165838 Keeper, Belt, tdterFlat 159 165494

42 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12Ge. 160 19292016

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 161 72140406

48 154407 Bellcrank ClutchGrod Dn/Stl 162 73680400

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 163 74780416

50 STD523715 Bolt 164 19091010

51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock3/8-16 UNC 165 165623

52 STD541431 NutCrownLockS/16-18UNC 166 166BB0

53 105710X Link, Clutch 168 165492

55 105709X Spdng, Clutch Return 169 165580

56 STD523712 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8.16 x 1-1/4

57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Ddve NOTE:

58 127274X Keeper, Belt, R.H.

59 140312 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

DESCRIPTION

Screw, rod., Roll. 3/8.16 x3/4

Cover, Pedal

Pulley,Engine

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin.

7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine,Fool-Proof

Guide, Mower Ddve Belt, R.H.

Washer 13/32 x1-114x 12 Ga.

Spacer,Axle

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

E-Ring

Key,Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865

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

Key Woodruff#9 3/16 x 3/4

Arm, Shift

ShaftAssembly

Spdng, Torsion

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

Link,Transaxle

Nut, Nytock

Console, Shift,STLT

Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4

Retainer Spdng 1"

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

StrapTorque

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25

Bolt,Hex Ftgb.d 5/16-18 Gr. 5

BushingBellcrankGrd Ddve

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125

Bracket ShiftMount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift LT

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x3/4 Gr5

Nut Crownlock1/4-20 Unc

BoltHex Fin 1/4-20 Uric x I Gr 5

Washer 5/8 x ,281 x 10 Ga.

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Cross Shf

STLT/CRD

Allcomponent dimensions give in U.S.

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

STEERING ASSEMBLY

/• i • +

_'_41

_.+÷s

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 156483

4 157473

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

13 154779

15 73901O00

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 S'FD541431

54 74780520

62 167902

63 STD523710

65 154780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

79 19132012

80 74950612

SteeringWheel

AxleAssembly STMP Dropped STL

SpindleAssembly,LH.

SpindleAssembly,R.H.

Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

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

Ring, Klip

Beadng, SteeringColumn

DraglinkExtendedStamped

Washer, Lock

BeadngAxle STLTIGT

Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-11 UNC

ShaftAssembly,Steering

Washer,Thrust .515 x ,750 x .033

Support,Shaft

Screw, Hex Wshhd Torx

Pittman ShaftAssembly

Bracket, Steering

Bushing,Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

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

Rod,_e

Bushing,Steering

Screw

Insert, SteeringWhsel

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

GripcoNut

Adaptor,SteeringWheel

Boot, SteeringShaft

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

Extension ShaftSteering LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting,Grease

Nut Lock Hex wflns, 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt FinHex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

Kit SteeringAsm Service

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

Spacer Axle

BearingArm Pittman

Bolt,Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

Axis, Brace

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

Bolt Hex Nylon3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

13 4

78q

38 78

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 162157

2 17720410

4 137352

13 165291

14 13280324

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 159880

29 137180

31 109202X

32 15899O

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 137040

38 .......

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17490620

81 128861

DESCRIPTION

Control,Throttle/Choke

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting1/4-20 x 5/8

Engine,B&S, (See Breakdown)No. 311707, Type No. 0132-E1

Muffler

Gasket, Exhaust

Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3

Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT

Washer

Shield,Brn/Dbr Guard

Arrestor,Spark

Tank, Fuel

CapAssembly,Fuel Tank, Vented

Clamp, Hose

Screw Thdrol5/16-18 x 3-4 Tyt

line, Fuel

Plug, Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Bushing,Snap, Fuel Une

Screw, Hex Washer Head, TIxI., Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 718 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock

Screw,Hex Cap Head 5/16-18 x 3/4

Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Nut Range 114.20Starter Nut

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

140123 Seat 13 121248X BushingSnap BIkNy150 Id

140551 BracketPnt PivotSeat (bik) 14 72050412 BoltRdhdSht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

STD523710 Bolt FinHex 3/6-16unc X 1 15 134300 Spacer Split28 X 96 Zinc

19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 16 121250X SpringCprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

145006 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge FigGr 5 Zinc

STD541437 Nut He)( Lock w/lns 3/8-16 Unc 21 153236 BoltShoulder5/16-18 Unc-2A

124181X SpringSeat Cprsn2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

17490616 Screw Thdrol3/6-16 X 1Ty-tt 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X BoltShoulder5/16-18 X 62

155925 Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

• 166369 Knob Seat NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. inch-

121246X oBracketPnt Mounl_ngSwitch esl inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

13 6 3 4 5

13 10

21 8

KEY

NO. PART

NO.

1 156368

2 165406

3 163200

4 163202

5 167178

6 133644

8 166887

9 163204

10 156439

12 146046

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Oper. Instr. 13 163254

Decal, Hp Engine 14 160396

Deus$,Hood, R.H. 20 149516

Decal, Hood, L.H. 21 163207

Decal, Replacement Srs -- 138311

Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 154515

Decal, Deck EZ3 - - 154516

Oeca$,Fender, Craftsman - - 169208

Decal, Fender Danger - - 169209

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash Panel B&S

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Fender Sd. Wht

Decal, LiftHandle

Pad FootrestLH STLT

Pad FootrestRH STLT

Owner's Manual, Eng$=,sh

Owners Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

NOTE:

106732X427

278H

9040H

106108X427

122082X

7152J

1_7_X

144334

DESCRIPTION

Valve Cap, l_re

Stem, Valve

1]re, Front

Tube, Front1]re

(Not Provided,Service Item

Only)

Rim, Front

F_ng, Grease (FrontWheel

Only)

Bearing,Flange(Front Wheel

Only)

Rim, Rear

1ire, Rear

Tube, Rear 1]re

(Not Provided,Service Item

only)

Cap,/ude

Sealant, "fire10 oz.

AllcomponentdimensionsgivenInU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

LIFT ASSEMBLY

25 2423

/18

I I'

2O 20

I FI/'lli,,o I _JI1 - - IVIVUI[._6 i_llUiVli_Fmrl _1 Il.L.I UI If.

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assernbty

2 159471 ShaftAssembly,Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21132 x 1 x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing,Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button,Plunger,Red

11 139865 Link, Lift,LH.

12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

13 4939M Retainer Spnng

15 127218 Link, Front

16 7335C800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73680800 Nut CrownlockI/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm, Suspension,Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spring

23 110807X Nut, Special

24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

25 2876H Spring

26 76020308 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

27 126971X Rod, Adjust,Lift

28 73350600 Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 UNC

29 138057 Knob, InfiniteHeightAdjustment

30 150233 Trunnion,Inf Height

31 140302 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crowniock 3/8-24

49 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

MOWER DECK

106_, 102 _10310S

21 22

324

\26

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 164961 Mower Housing 58 140086

2 STD533107 Bolt 59 141043

3 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, Front 67 162113

4 138440 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar 68 144200

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 71 142427

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 72 131870

8 850857 Bolt,Hax 3/6-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 73 127847

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 74 121748X

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 75 12000029

11 134149 Bade, Mulching 76 128903

12 129895 Baadng, Ball 77 127845

13 137645 ShaftAssembly,Mandrel, Vented 78 160570

(IncludesKey Number 6) 79 127498

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel, Vented 80 153701

15 110485X Bearing,Ball,Mandrel 81 73350600

16 140329 Strtaper,Vented Mower Deck 82 142028

17 72110610 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16x 1-1/4 83 120958X

18 STD533106 Balt, Canlage 5/16-18x5/8 84 156084

19 132827 Bolt,Shoulder 85 72140620

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 92 STD541437

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock5/16-18 UNC 101 136420

22 134753 StltfenerBracket 102 71161010

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 103 19061216

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 104 STD551110

25 123713X Spring,Torsior_,Deflector 105 160793

26 110452X Nut, Push 106 2029J

27 130968 Shield,Denoctor 111 155197

28 19111016 Washer 11/32xs/8x16Ga. 112 155198

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 113 17490512

30 157722 Scraw Thdtel washer Head 114 73510500

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 115 72110504

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 116 137644

33 137266 NUt, Toplock,Flanged 117 133957

34 STD533717 Bolt 118 73930600

35 133835 Fastner,ChristmasTme 119 19121414

36 131494 Pulley,idler, Rat 121 143723

37 19131316 Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga. 128 153390

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/6-16UNC 129 19131312

41 133551 Rnd, Pivot, withNibs 130 STD523710

43 140083 Rod, Clutch,Secondary,with Nibs 131 STD533710

44 140088 Guard, MaP,drel, LH. 132 19132203

45 STD624003 Retainer

46 137729 Screw, Thd. ROlt 1/4-20 x 5/8 141 6266H

48 133944 Washer, Hardened - - 130794

49 155066 RollerAssembly,Cam Follower

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #1024Grade5 -. 164963

51 STD541410 Locknut

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 ArmAssembly,Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 122052X Spacer, Retainer

DESCRIPTION

Spring, TorsionBrakes

Guard, TUV td_er

KnobCustom Oval

V-Bait

Rod,Clutch, Primary,withNibs

Spring, Return

Arm,Clutch,Secondan/

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

Ring,K_

Bolt,Shoulder 5/8-16 UNC x 1.44

Keeper,Spring

Lever Asm. Clutch Pd PIm STLT

Bushing,Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut, I-laxJam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion,Adj.

Washer Sintered

Keeper Belt idler

BoltCawlage 3/8-16 x 2-1/2

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Aseambly,Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

ScrewTndml 5/16-13 x3/4

Nut, Hex, Kaps 5/16-18 UNC

Belt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centedock3/6-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer Felt

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

B_t, F'mHex 3_-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5

Bolt,RdHd SQNK 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Spacer Washer

13/32 I.D. x 1-3/80.D. x 1/4

Washer "rhrust.75 x 1.230

Mandrel Assembly (IncludesKey

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

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Deck, Order Separately Mulsher

Plate and Gauge Wheal

Components, Key Nea. 101-106

and 111-121)

NO'RE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S.inches

1lach= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - -MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

150

41A 57

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

REF PART REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772147 TransaxleCover 41A 790079

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/6, 42 792073A

3 770128 Transaxla Case 42A 792085A

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086

7 7783,30 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690

8 792180 ShiftKey 48 774691

5A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356

9 784352 Shift Coalar 50 778338

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion(13 teeth) 53 778350

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (include. 14) 54 778346

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Include. 13) 56 778355

15 778370 RingGear (43 teeth) 57 778337

17 786188 Drive Pin 50 778353

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 59 778351

20 792077A Bell 5/16" dia 60 778349

21 79_078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 61 778345

22 792079 Spdng .310 OD x .625 L 65 780189

25 792073A Screw 1/4 -20 x 1-1/4" 66 776422

25A 792"177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 67 776396

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkgof 2) 69 792170

27 792035 Retaining Ring 70 786187

28 788040 Retaining Ring 71 788069

29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x ,031W 71B 788092

29A 780160 ThrustWasher .762 ID x .031W 76 780090

29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 77 788078A

2gC 780199 Anti-RotationWasher .632 79 792144

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 82 778333

31 780001 FlatWasher .750 ID x .056W (Use 83 778338

As Needed) 85 792154

31A 780195 FiatWasher .750 ID x .062W 87 788089A

32 788083 Oit Seal 5/8" 150 788093A

34 780194 Bushing.563 157 788088A

35 780193 Flanged Bushing5 /8" ID 180 730229A

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing.751 900 794712

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39 786026 Dowel Pin

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

BrakeLever

Scraw 1/4- 20 x 1-1/4"

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

Leeknut5 /16 - 24

Brake Pad Holder

Spacer .2625 x 1.0

Brake Lever Bracket

A)de(11-15 /16" Long)

Axle (16- 1 /2" long)

Spur Gear (29 teeth)

SpurGear (27 teeth)

SpurGear (23 teeth)

SpurGear (19 teeth)

SpurGear (16 teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Spur Gear (_3 teeth)

Spur Gear (17 tee_)

Spur Gear (21 teeth)

Spur Gear (24 tea_)

Spur Gear (25 tea_)

Fiat Washer .563 ID x .062W

Input Shaft

SNfter & Brake Shaft

Retaining Ring

Spacer .8gO

Square Cut Ring

"O"Ring

Rat Washer 1.128 |D x .058W

InvertedRetaining Ring

Spring.430 OO x.5000 L

Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Oil Fill Plug

Oil Soal9/16"

Uqu_dGasket RW S'_

Oil Seal 3/4"

Gear Oil 80W90

Replacement MST - 206-545C

Transe)de

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 kP,,h= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

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

914_

1023

13J

27 32

1033 VALVEOVERHAUL lOT

3O6

•k REGimES SPECU_LTOOLS

TOINSTALL.SEEREPAm

_MANUAL

1019 LABEL KIT

I1058 OWNER'S MANUAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

BRIGGS& STRAI"FONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707,TYPENUMBER0132-E1

467

i535 176

976 , . _'_4rREOUIRESSPECIALTOOLSTOINSTALL.

_" SEEREPAIRINSTTWCllONIdANUAI..

137 9

121 CARBURETOR KIT

104_ 127# 267 _987_ 95

.4A_ .4_ .70 23_

_--_ 105 6$1A _'_

I977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET I

SIA_ 267 _) 13701

358 GASKET SET

_r_ 51 051A

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707,TYPENUMBER0132-E1

921

2r/_

524 I 1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION I

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690156 CylinderAseambly

2 399265 Bushing/Seallot

3 391086 _Seal-Oil

4 494238 SumlPEngine

5 690188 Head-Cylinder

7 692410 -kA Gasket-Cylinder Head

8 495735 BreatherAssembly

9 27803 -k Gasket-Bmathar

10 94621 Screw (Breather A,ssend_y)

11 281246

12 271916

271997

271996

13 94728

15 94239

16 690136

20 291675

22 95167

Tube-Breather

"kGasket-Crankcaea(.015"Thick. Std.)

.k Gasket-Crankcase (.005" Thick)

-kGasket-Crankcase (.009" Thick)

Screw (Cylinder Head. 3-9/16")

Plug-Oil Drain

Crankshaft

-k Seal-Oil

Screw (Crankcase Cover)

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

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

KEY PART KEY PART 1.

NO. NO. DESCRIP1RON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

23 693557 Ftywheel(Steel P.ingGear) 187 49_2790 . Une-Fuel (Cutto Required I-englh)

23A 492326 Flywheel(_RlngGear) 18e 94829 Screw (Contr01Bracket)

24 222696 Key-F_ 19_ 492160 Adjuetar,RockerAmt

25 692271 PistonAssembly (Std.) 209 260695 Spry, Governor

892272 pletonAssemloly(.O10 "O.S.) 216 262766 Link.Choke

692273 PistonAssembly (.0LoO"O.S.) 216A 262767 Unk-Choke

692274 PletonAssemtW (.030" O.S.) 222 495611 Bracket, Cordrol

26 690162 Ring Set, Pteton (Std.) 227 493935 I_evec-Govemor

690164 Ring Set, Pist0n(.010 "O.S.) 231 94098 e Screw (Choke)

690166 Ring Set, Piston (.0_0 "O.S.) 232 262785 Spdng-Ltnk

6901e8 Ring Set, Piston (.030 "O.S.) 238 262836 Cap, Valve

27 263129 Lock-PistonPin 240 394358 Falter-Fuel

28 498319 pin Assemlbty,P_ton (Std.) 265 221535 Clamp-Casing

4983_) PinAssembly-Pteton(.005"O.S,) 276 281164 e_SeallngWasher

29 6g_419 Rod-Correcting (Std.) 287 94903 Screw (DIpetlckTube)

499940 _(.0_0 U.S.) 294 81010 Adjueter-Rock_Ann

32 8s_es2 Sc_w(ComecUngRod} 3O4 225o17 Hous_-Bower(Ba_tnne0

33 495856 Valve-_ 3O5 94863 Screw (Inner Blower Housing)

34 495857 Valve, Intake 306 2250_0 Shield,Cylinder

262811 Sprk_ _h,e 3O7 94930 Screw (Cy_der Shield)

37 22*,5_ Guam'-Rywheel 30g 6..°_51 Motor-StarteKForSt_R_Gear

40 224641 Reta}ner,Valve Only)

43 490815 Govemor-Oil Slinger 309 497595 Motor-Starter (For P_=-,,s_RingGear

45 262411 Tappet, Valve Onty)

46 496884 _ft 309 693054 Motor-Starter(For Aluminum

GearO_y)

48 692706 ShortBIock 310 94003 Screw (Stader Motor)

50 690193 ManY.d, _311 497608 BrushSet

51 693138 .kZIGasket-lntake 318 94734 Screw (MountingBnzcket)

51A 273650 Gasket-lr_ake 333 495859 Armature, Magneto

53 690227 Stud(Carburetor) 334 94731 Scmw(/_tme

54 95160 Screw (Intake Manifold) 337 491055 Spark Plug

73 494439 Screen, P,ot_ 358 690189 Gasket Set

74 94821 Screw (RotetJngScreen) 363 19L:=03 FlywheelPuget

75 225136 Washer(Flywheel 383 89838 V_imcl1-SparkPlug

78 94896 Screw (Flywheel Guard) 4O4 g49_7 We_he_(GovernorOan_

87 491323 #r SeaI-Govemor Shaft 423 95163 Screw(NrCleanerBMe)

93 281346 Bushin_Throete Shaft 462 225137 Wash_ (Starter C_01e)

94 498030 VaNe-Idle Adjustment 467 493903 I01o_/dr C_mner

95 94098 IScrew (Thn;_e Vs_ve) 474 393474 Anemator

98 4g_00 10t-IdleSpeed 493 224968 Brack_-M0un_eg(Fro_

104 231789 ePIn-FloatHInge 493A224969 Bracket-Moun_v_(Rear)

105 231855 •Valve-FloatNeedle

106 231854 eSeat-lnlet 503 806000 Slz'ap-Slartm

505 231978 Nut (Governor Lever)

108 224558 Valve-Choke (M_nual Choke) 510A 693699 Ddve, Stader (Use With Steel Ring

108A 224540 Valve-Choke (Choke-A-Matic) Gear Only)

117 23_118 _Jet, Mak_(Standa;d) 510A 497606 Ddve,Stader(t)seWithAlumlnum&

117 232119 Jet, Main (HighAIl#ude) PlasticRingGear Only)

121 690191 Cad_uretorOved_aull_t 513 398003 Clutch-Drive

125 690194 C_d3uretor 523 495230 Dipstick

127 •Plug-Welch(SoldinKitOrdy) 524 281370 .Dtpet_kTubeSeal

130 224539 Valve-Throt_e 525 496113 Dil_tJckTube

131 494379 n_mttle Shaft Kit 535 496894 Rlter,A/CElement

133 494381 Float-Carburetor 544 497603 Armatum-Starte¢

137 281165 _N_Gasket.FloatBowl 552 491986 Bushing-Gov.Lever

141 495097 Choke Shaft Kit (Man. Choke)

141A 495931 Choke ShaftKil (Choke-A-M_tic) ,k Included in Gasket Set, FiefNumber 358.

142 232117 e Nozzle-Carburetor •includedIn CafouretorKiLRet Number 12 I.

146 94196 Key:Rming •includedInCadouretorGasket Set, Ref Number

163 281106 ,kGasket, AirCleaner 977.

165 693148 Nut (Ring Gear) _, IncludedIn ValueOverhaul I_, Ref Number 1033.

171 281051 Nut (Air Clea_

177 270920 *Seal-O-Ping NOTE: AIIcomponentdlmenslonsglvenlnU.S. Inches

186 49_496 Connector-Hose 11nch=25.4mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712

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

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRMllON

562

579

601

614

616

617

634 494455

635 6919O9

654 94010

668 28O848

695 693109

697 690372

718 2301_

726 399676

726A

727 490_24

729 225170

729A 281390

732 6910O2

741 262932

754 690703

757 213996

758 499994

759 230787

761 94593

783 693713

• 783A 693059

783B 693058

92613 Bolt(GovernorLever)

92278 Nut (StarterCable)

93o53 OampHoea

93306 Pin-Cotter

495157 Crenk-Governor

692138 _rix Seal-O-Ring

e Sprig&S_J_sy

Boot-SparkRug

Nut(Carburetor)

Spacer

Screw (Ring Gear)

Screw(D_veCap)

Prn-Loca_ng

Gear-Ring [Aiumlnum-,Se_ea

Rea_ RingGearOrgy.)

Gear-Ring (Steal-See Fief.23A for

Ban_ce.)

Cover-Starter Ddve

Clip-Wire

Clip-wire

Screw (Starter Ddve Cover)

Gear-Timing

Screw (BreatherBalfle)

unk_ght

Counterwe_

Rn-counterwelght

screw(counte_,'e_

Gear-Pinion(For Steel Ring Gear

Only)

Gear-Stalter (For AlurnlnumRing

Gear Only)

Gear-Starter (For PlasticRing Gear

o_y)

789 497708 Hameas-Wldng

797 693167 Nut (BrushRetainer)

801 497626 Cap-Drive

802 497607 Cap*End

803 4976O4 Hous_g-Staner

813 393514 Clamp

830 94555 Stud (FlockerArm)

847 496415 Clp6tid_rube Aseambly

851 224110 Temdnal-Wlre

868 499236 *_. Seal -Valve

872 281104 Cover-Air Cleaner

875 693686 Base-AirCleaner

877 393537 Wire-Aitemetor

883 272293 */_ Gasket-Exhaust

910 93621 Screw (Alternator)

914 690960 Screw (RockerCover)

934 94627 Screw (Fen Retainer)

947 497672 Solenoid-Fuel

967 272403 Fi6ter-Pre-deener

975 495933 Bowl-Float

977 690192 Gasket Set-Cafoureto¢

987 281166 • SeakThroMleShaft

996 690678 ShieldCarburetor

1005 691927 Fan-_

1006 224413 Retainer-Fen

1022 272475 4r/_ Geaket-RockerCover

1023 224552 Cover-Rode_

10L_6 494432 Rod-Push(intake)

1026A 495136 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

1029 224554 Arm-Rocker

1033 691581 Kit-ValveOved_aul

1034 690822 Guide-PushRod

1036 499364 LabellOt-Emission

1044 94673 Screw (CreakehaftF_xtenslon)

1051 263080 Ring-Retaining

1058 273683 Owner's Manual

1081 270920 .kSeaIORing

1090 497605 Retainer-Bru_

1091 281364 Cap--Lk_er

---- 311707-0026-E1Replacement Engine

_r Includedin Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

•Includedin Carburetor)or, FiefNumber 121.

• Includedin CaYoumtorGasket Set, P_ Number

977.

Zl IncludedinValue Ovedlaul Kit, Ref Number

1033.

NOTE: All _rnponent dimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours aday, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOM E=(i-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio

1-880-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pibces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am-11pm CST, 7 days aweek

PartsDirect=

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

1-800-659-7084

For the. location of a 3ears Parts and Repair Center

in your area:

Call 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week

1-300-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am-5 pm, Monday -Saturday

1-600-827-6655

SEARS

HomeCentraF

169208 2.4.99 TR Printed in U.S.A.

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