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Owner's Manual

£11AFTSMAII°

17,0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270721

,, Safety

=Assembly

,, Operation

,, Maintenance

,, Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating thisequip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

Safety Rules ................................................ 2

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

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

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

Maintenance Schedule ......................... 19

Maintenance ........................................... 19

Service and Adjustments ......................... 23

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

Troubleshooting .................................... 31

Repair Parts ............................................. 34

Paris Ordering ........................ Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment 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 lhe equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

/.1MITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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 wilt 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, 1L 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-

ty necessary. Always took down and

behind before and while backing.

o 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.

o Slow down before turning..

. Never leave a running machine unat-

tended Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, slop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting

o Turn off bladeswhennot mowing.

o Stop enginebeforeremovinggrass

catcheror uncloggingchute.

• Mow only in daylightor goodartificial

Hght.

o Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

° Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

o Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feet uneasy on

it, do not mow iL

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etco

° 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.

o Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine°

,, Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

°Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

oDo not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments° The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

°Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

°Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the pre_sence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

o Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be aled and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

° Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine..

° Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fue!

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 a closed

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 took down and

behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fal! off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

sate machine operation,

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

° Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

° Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children,

° Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not

across.

° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps, Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that yoLJ will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

° Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires Jose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

oDo not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TtONIII BECOME AWAREfll YOUR SAFE-

TY iS INVOLVED.

,_CAUTION: 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.

,_kWARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

G/_SOLiNE 1.25 GALLONS .....

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 3O

API-SFiSG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3°0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .030 °')

iVALVE INTAKE: _003"-,005"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST; ,005"-,,007"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0-5.5

(MPH): REVERSE: O- 2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

,CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

ISYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/FIR: 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 internal 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 a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code), Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands° A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual),

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Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) He× Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Hex Bolt

3f8-16 x 1

(1) Locknut 5/t6-18

ii inl

(1) Knob O

(1)Wash er

! 7!32 × 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1

(1) Shouide_

_'J Boil 5116-18

(2) WeldNuts _110

(2) Washers

3116x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

(2) Look

Washers #10

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(2) Hex Bolts tt4-20 x 314

(2) Washers

9132 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

(2) He×

(2) Lock Nu_,s

Washers 1/4 1/4,_20

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Seat

Manual

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

Mulcher

Plate

Video

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Steering

Boot

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Steering

Wheel

(2) Center _

lock Nuts

(2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

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Slope Sheet

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

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(2) Keys

Steering Wheel

Adapter

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Steering

Extension

Shaft

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

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

atl 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 wellmake assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench

(2) 7/t 6" wrenches

(2) 1/2" wrench

(1) 3/4" wrench

(1) Utility knife

(1)Pliers

(1) 3/4" Socket w!

drive rachet

(1) Phillips Screw-

driver

(1) Tire pressure

gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steedng whee0.

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, arong lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

°Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

° Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Afign mounting holes in exten-

sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

hex bolt and tocknuL Tighten securely,

IMPORTANT: Tighten boit and nut secure-

ly to 18-22 ft. lbs. torque,

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

° Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

° Slide steering whee_ adapter onto steer-

ing shaft extension.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

o Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert Into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

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, ""_', i.,3/8 Hex Bolt

_._ 3/8 Lockwasher

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Steering ........ _ ' Steering

Wheel _Boot

Extension

Shaft _'_-_._ _ 5!16Hex

_"-,-_ Bolt

51t6 Loc knut -...,.__//

Lower Steering _' " ,'_.... ,,

sha. ,; j

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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

oPlace freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

° Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor_

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOH

CONNECT BATTERY

,_I_CAUTION: 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, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc_ Positive terminal must be con-

nected first to prevent sparking from acci-

dental grounding.

• Remove cardboard packing from seat

pan and lift seat pan to raised position.

. Open battery box door arid remove pro-

tective plastic

,, Remove terminal protective caps and

discard.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated en label (iabel

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one tlour at 6-10

amp&

•First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) terminal with hex bok, fiat wash-

er, lock washer and hex nut as shown°

Tighten securely.

o Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining hex

bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex

nut. Tighten securely

,, Close battery box door Open battery

box door for:

•inspection for secure connections

(to tighten hardware).

°Inspection for corrosion

°Testing battery

° Jumping (if required),

•Periodic charging,

Positive Discard Terminal

(Red) Cabte Proctective Caps

Lock Washer

Flal Washer

Hex Bott

Negative

(Black)

Cable

Seat

Batten

Door

IN_ tALL _EAt

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt, Tighten shoulder boll

securely,

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely, Do not tighten.

° Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

° Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

•Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Seat

= _ Flat Washer

Adjustment Knob

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

,, 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 Sewice and Adjustments sectoin of

this manual, Verify that the belts are routed

correctly

Afteryou learnhowto operateyourtrac-

tor,checkto see thatthe brakeis properly

adjusted See"TOADJUSTBRAKE"in

theServiceandAdjustmentssectionof

this manual.

INSTALLMULCHER PLATE

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher prate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting we_d nut from the top

with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

•Raise and hold deflector shield }n up-

right 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.

._CAUTION. Do not remove discharge

guard from mower, Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut From

The Top

Lock

Weid Washer

Nut.

Latch'_,

Washer

Mulcher

Plate

Deflector

Shield

Latch

Hook

Weld Nut

Lock Washer

Washer

Screw

Latch

Hooks

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ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper position when

operating mower. Be sure they are proper-

ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per-

formance.

- Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on

a flat level surface.

°Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this

manual).

, With mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled So they are slightly off the ground.

Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-

16 locknut and tighten securely.

,Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheef

Mountin Bracket

=lderBolt

3/8_16

G _/heel

GI"iE.GKLlb"!

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLtST_

v' All assembly instructions have been

completed,

No remaining loose parts in carton,

v' Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps),

v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely°

v' All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory),

v' Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

sideqo-side/front-to.,rear for best cutting

results., (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling),

v' Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside alt belt keepers,

IV' Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

v' Before driving tractor; be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position,

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTtON TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.,

,/ Fuel tank ts 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 operat-

ing condition°

,/" it is important _o purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starling and

transmission purging instructions (See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

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These symbols may appear on your tractor or In literature supplied wfth the prDduct.

Learn and understand their meaning,

E3

BATT+ERY

ENGINE ON

CAUTION OR

WARNING

+

REVERSE

,f

SLOW

ENGINE OFF OtL PRESSURE t

!,

FORWARD FAST

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE NEUTRAL

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HL

HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

TRACTOR

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

various controls and adjustrnents_ Save this manual for future reference,

Throttle/Choke

Control

Attachment Ignition

Clutch Lever Switch

\

Ammeter .,-" ........

Light Switch

Position

Lift Lever

Plunger

Ck_tch/Brake

Control

Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Attachment

Lift Lever

Parking Brake

Freewheel

Control

Motion

Control Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute,

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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to

engage the mower blades, or ether attach-

ments mounted to your tractor,

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off,

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used to

control engine speed,

CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starling the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off,

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height_

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the

speed and direction of the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

positlon,

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine,

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

Into the brake position.

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

eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses

or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or

repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or

standard safety glasses,

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,

oPlaceparldngbrakeleverin"EN-GAGED"

position and release pressure from

clutchJbrake pedal Pedal should remain in

"BRAKE" position. Make sure parking

brake will hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch

Throttle/Choke [.ever "Engaged"

Control _._-.... =osWon

-.- "_ "'__,t" "D senQaged"

.--post,on

Eiral,e. --.. ---q,,,.._, .....

" "\ - '. \_,_x,;" HarKing _raKe

Position %/' ; \ ';_:' ..- ,,En.a,_ed.

/\ Position

L_ '. -' "%"

ClutclVBrake .[Motion

Pedal "Drive" "Disengaged" Control

Position Position Lever

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attachment

clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE-

="Tostop ground drive, depress clutch/brake

pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

° Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT; The motion control lever does

not return to neutral (N) position when the

cl_dch!brakepedal is depressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position,

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idIe

before stopping may cause engine to "back-

fire",

. Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unaulhorized use.

° Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in

any position other than "O FF" will cause the

battery to be discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor

is standing idle with the engine running, hot

engine exhaust gases may cause "browning"

of gras& To eliminate this possibilily, always

stop engine when stopping tractor on grass

areas.

,_k CAUTION: Always stop tractor complete-

Iy, as described above, before leaving the

operator's position; to empty grass catcher,

etc.

THROTTLE CONIrROL

Always operate engine at full throttle

oOperating engine at less than full throttle

reduces the battery charging rate.

o Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance,

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

'The direction and speed of movement is con*

trolted by the motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

o Release parking brake and clutchJbrake

pedal

.Slowly move motion control lever to desired

position.,

NOTE: The efforttomove the motioncontrol

lever will reduce after the first few hours of

use. This is normal.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is cont_o!led by turning the

height adjustment knob in desired direction.

.Turn knob clockwise (©) to raise cutting

height.

°Turn knob counterclockwise (,.b)to lower

cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-

1/2" to 4", The heights are measured from

the ground to the bladetip with the engine not

rtmning. These heights are approximate and

may vary depending upon soil conditions,

height of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to approxi-

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mately2-1/2inchesduringthecoolseason

andtoover3inchesduringhotmonths,

Forhealthierandbetterlookinglawns,

mowoftenandaftermoderategrowth.

o Forbestcuttingperformance,grassover6

inchesinheightshouldbemowedtwice_

Makethefirstcutrelativelyhigh;thesec-

ondto desiredheight.

TOOPERATEMOWER

Yourtractorisequippedwithanoperator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat with the engine run,-

ning and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut,

• Lower mower with attachment lift control,

• Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control

° TO STOP MOWER BLADES -disengage

attachment clutch control.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Atlachme nt Clutch

Lever "Engaged"

Posit

Attachment Lift

Lever High Position

"Disengaged"

Po_ Low

Posilion

,_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills

with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive

across any slope. Use the slope guide pro-

vided at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting

up or down hills.

° Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

. If slowing is necessary, move throttle con-

trol lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary', push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position

and engage parking brake.

, Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does

not return to neutral (N) position when the

clutcDJbrakepedal is depressed.

° To restart movement, slowly release park-

ing brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to slow-

est setting.

, Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure

to disengage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear draw-

bar of tractor.

o Raise attachment liftto highest position

with attachment lift control.

° Pullfreewheel control knob out and hold in

position by inserting retainer spring into for-

ward hole of control rod.

° Do not push or tow tractor at more than two

(2) MPH.

° To reengage transmission, reverse above

procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when

transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer,

be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor.

Use an appropriate means of tying hood to

tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

LI

TOWING CARTS ANDOTHER

ATTACHMENTS ,_i

low only the attachments that are recom-

mendedby and comply with specifications of

the manufacturer of your tractor. Use com-

mon sense when towing. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. 3ires can lose

traction with the ground and cause you to

lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine inyourtracter has been

shipped, from the factory, already filied with

summer weight oil.

°Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

°Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean,

reinserl the dipstick and screw cap tight,

wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil

level. Ifnecessary, add oil until "FULL"

mark on dipstick Is reached. Do not overfill.

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l+, r*t!l I+Ju|tl WilIIiIIlUlIIIIll Up t,l+lCltlvll _vu ,,lflvui+,+,l

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART' in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual):

,' To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use el 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

,_d 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-

nent damage may occur.

_I]_CAUTION-" Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck, Do not oveffillo Wipe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

o Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

, Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

° Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

° Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute, tf 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 S'fARTtNG (50 ° F and

above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

- The attachments and ground ddve can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and

below)

o When engine starts, allow engine to run

with the throttle control in the choke

position until the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an engine warm-

up period from several seconds to sev-

eralminutes, depending on the temper ,-

ature.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION WARM

UP

- Before ddving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on Ievel ground.

° Place the motion control lever in neutral.

Release the parking brake and iet the

clutchlbrake slowly return to operating

position.

° Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

° The attachments can also be used dur.-

ing the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: At a high altitude (above 3000

feel) 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.

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_'u_= =N_a_,_,_v_

_CAUTION; Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended lhat the trans-

mission be purged befor e operating tractor

for the first time. 'This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor,

IMPORTANT; Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

lion before operating the tractor.

= Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and parking brake set.

•Disengage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in freewheeling position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

tle control to slow position. With motion

control lever in neutral (N) position,

slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full forward

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Move lever to full reverse position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE; During this procedure there will be

no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive sys.-

tem.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set parking

brake.

o Engage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in driving position (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in this section of

manual).

° Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

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

motion control lever tn neutral (N) posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

o Slowly move motion control lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi..

mutely five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After

the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-

cedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

normal operation.

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 tractor,

This will result in a more even distrfbu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

° When mowing large areas, start by turin

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.

L --_

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble fire hazard from dried €lippings.

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 wilt suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

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IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower houstng free of bultt_up grass and

trash, Clean after each use.

o "Thespecial mulching blade will 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 recut-

ling action of the blades.

o Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time te mow your lawn is the early

aflernoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

Max 1/3

° For best results, adjust the mower cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one4hird 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. '1"his will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE S_n o_d_.?_ _

F_LL IN DATES

sERvicE..... DATES

Check Brake Operation V_

Check Tlre Pressure tf t_

Check Operaler Presence and

TInterlock Systems V_

RCheekforLooseF..taoer_ V" i..... V', V_-

A SharperVRepisce Mower Blades .... V'4

TLub[icatlon Chart _#' V_

0

E

N

G

E

Clean Battery end Termtna!slRecharge

Check Ttaneaxie Cooling

Adios! Blade Be_i(s) Tension

Adius! Motion Ddve Belt(s) Tensh:tn

m, = m u i H

Ch&ck Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air"Screen

Inspect Mufl|edSpark Attester

Replace Oil Fitter (if equipped)

Clean Englne Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Repiace Air Fitter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

v" v'

v,,.._ . v"

i/,

V'_ v"

2, Sa_Jce mote often wh_,n opert_t_ng fn rJ_ttyor dully t:on_on_

3-If o_lUippod With oI$ lillat, changg oif _vew 50 hours

4,Rop]t, ce b_deo _r_ _tiBtt whon rTR;,wlngin s_nd_ oO_l

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive fullvalue

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..

Al! 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 filler, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air fitter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

.Check engine oi! level,

•Check brake operation.

° Check tire pressure.

- Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation

•Check for loose fasteners.

Front

t_ Front Wheel Wheel

Bearin( Bearing

Zerk

_) Engtne

Clutch i

t

Pivot(s) _ I l .,,

0SAE 30 or !0w30 Motor OIL

t) General 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 feet they must be lubricated,

use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubri-

cant spaflngly.

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TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper-

formingany maintenance.

BRAKEOPERATION

If tractorrequiresmore thansix (6)feet

stoppingdistanceat highspeedin highest

gear,thenbrakemustbe adjusted.(See

"TOADJUSTBRAKE"in theServiceand

Adjustmentssectionof this manual).

TIRES

• Maintainproperair pressurein all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 5 of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber,

, Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower 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 fiat

washer securing blade.

°Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

fiat washer in exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated

Blade _ Mandrel

X _._" Assemb,y

F,at Washerb%_l ''_'_ Trailing

........x,_-._._... Edge Up

LOck Washer .__.

Hex Bolt (Grade 8)L._ -'-h_._

"A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identified by six lines on the bolt head

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TO _IIAIIHI:N _LAUI:,

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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

balanced_

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on agrinding wheel. Do not altempt

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

bafancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions suppt#ed 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 bolt

or pin parallel with the ground. If b{ade

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

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use, Howev-

er, periodic charging of the batlery with an

automotive charger will extend its lifeo

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

, Keep battery bolts tighl.

, Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes lor 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking/evet of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

.Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED batter/cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•'Hlnse Ine battery wire plain water ano

dry

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bdghL

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See"CONNECT BAT-

TERY" in the Assembly section of this

manual)

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

weal

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot.

• inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

°Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxte was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG or

SH, Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating tem-

perature,

U_I,_U i::I.UUV_ 0,_" I_ l,._lll:tl..;l_ yuul I_IIL...J|II_ Ull

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

Iractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oll fill capidip_

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

'TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine teroperatu.[e range expected

before oil char_ge. All _Jil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

• Be sure tractol_i_ on level surface.

• Oil wilt drain mo_'e freely when warm.

,Catch oil in a suitable container,

° Remove oil fili cap/_pstiCk. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil

• Remove drain plug.

• After oll has drained completely, replace

oiidrain plug and tighten securely.:_

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not oveFfilL'

For approximate capacity see "PROD.-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5'of

this manual, °-

° Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be stJre dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

Oil Fill

Oil

Drain

Plug

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 stubborn

dried gum fibers,

NOTE: Although multiwiscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc,)improve starting In

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

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AIH I"IL! _1-I

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filtec Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every 100

hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

, Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

° Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

°Saturate it in eng!n_ oilo Wrap it in clean,

absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove

excess oil.

,tf very dirty or damaged, replace pro-

cleaner,

o Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge,

• Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

° Remove cartridge nuL

. 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

cadridge. They may cause deterioration of

the cartridge, Do not oil cadridge. Do not

use pressurized air to clean or dry car-

tridge.

Cover

Knob -

/_.-" .ff_ Cartridge

Cover _--_. _/j _.,_ Nut

Foam

Pre.Cleaner

Paper

Cartridge

__ Base

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating°

• Remove screws from blower housing

and lift housing and dipstick tube

assembly off engine_

•Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of

dirt.

. Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush

to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

o To reassemble, reverse above proce-

dure.

Btower Housing

Screws Screws

DipstickTube

Assembly

air screen

Spark

Plug

Engine Cooling Fins

MUFFLER

inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrestor (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning ol

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATFONS"

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.

o 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

clamps are properly positioned.

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Clamp

(__,.._ Clamp

"--J---/--._'__2z'---_FuelFiller

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

o 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 r.,

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

life,

,_I_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position,.

° Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

in contact with plug..

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TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower wild be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

•Place attachment clutch in "DiSEN-

GAGED" posilion,

• 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: l{ 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.

Suspension

Arms

Clutch

Clutch Roc

Retainer

Spring

Engtne Pulley

Front

Link

Retainer

Spring

Antl-Swaybar

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

er Springs

(Both Sides)

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TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower whiIe tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway, Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See 'PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS"). If tires are

over or undednflated, you wilt not properly

adjust your mower,

SIDE-TO-S}DE 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 turn of adjustment nut

wilt change mower height about 1/8".

° Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom Bottom

Suspension

Arm

Lift Link Adjuslment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level sideqo-

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

merit is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-lo-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 o4 tractor,

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

° L_efore making any necessary uujust-

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

tumso

°When distance "D" is 1/8" to t/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links,

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

° When distance "D" is !/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links,

° Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

,-',,,4:",.'::':_....... "'hA

.... _Nut "E"

Nut F".

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT (See Illustration Next Page)

The mower blade dive belt may be

replaced without tools.. Park the tractor on

level suflace. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL

• Remove mower from tractor (See %0

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

•Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys,

, Pull belt away from mower.

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BELTIN_51ALLAIION

•Insta[f new belt in reverse order of

removal

Mandrel

Pulley

*MaKe sure Deit 1S In _11 pulley y[DUV_

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

side of the transaxleo

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

o Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake°

o Measure distance between brake oper_

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

° If distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

° Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above_ Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is sti[f

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest aulhorized ser-

vice centeddepartment.

if-'°"°q ..Jam Wit.,,Eo0. ed,,Parkio0 ro,,e

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assislance, 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.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over cool-

ing fan blades,

°Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around engine

pulley.

°Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure_

Do Not touch this nut, If further brake adjust-

ment is necessary contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/depadment 25

Engine _---.-..__l/ .,-_

_nput putley "_N.__

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary°

If for any reason the motion control lever

will not hold itsposition while at aselecled

speed, it may be adjusted at the friction

pack located on the right side of transmis-

sion.

o Park tractor on level surface. Stop trac-

tor by turning ignition key to "OFF" posi-

tion, and engage parking brake.

- Adjust motion control/ever by tightening

adjustment !ocknut one half (1/2) turn.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to

move the motion control lever becomes

too excessive, reverse the above adjust-

ment procedure by loosening _ocknut !/4

to 1/2 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and

repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstaltation and before

operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section

of this manual

A_ L_stment

Locknut

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 steering

wheel and reassemble per instructions in

the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER

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. 26

o Block up axle securely,

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - De not

lose).

= Repair tire and reassemble.

-On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. insert square

key,r

. 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

Axle Cover _--,,, Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK

BATTERY

_kCAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. If "jumper

cables" are used for emergency starting,

follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a t2 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles,

TO AN'ACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassi&

°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.

-[O REMr,.)Vt:: (jAt_LI-_, HIc:V!:::H;:5_

ORDER

• Remove BLACK cable first from chassis

and then from the fully charged battery

,Remove RED cable last from both bat-

retie&

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

• Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill,

•Replace butb 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 automotive4ype

plug-in fuse_ The fuse hoider is located

behind the dash.

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SEMBLY

o Raise hood.

=Unsnap headlight wire connector.

oStand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor,

-To replace, reverse above procedures.

\ Hood\

Headlight

Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

road engine repair 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:

Governor Governor

Control Lever Control PFate

\\

Holes "A=

Clamp

Screw "f'hrott{e

Cable

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion, Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

•Check that holes =A" in governor con-

trol 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.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equippedwith an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a hmiter 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

lcounterclockwise) increases the supply of

uel to the engine giving a richer fueVair

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may

result if screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING ..

, Air cleaner assembly must be assem-

bled to the carburetor when making car-

buretor adjustments.

,Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING -

,Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position°

• Move throttle control lever to stow 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. Turn

valve to a point midway between those

two pesitions_ Release throttle lever.

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ACCELERATION-t1::_5t

• Move throttlecontrolleverfromslow to

fastposition. If engine hesitatesor dies,

turn idle mixturevalveout (counter°

clockwise)1/8turn,. Repeattestand

continueto adjust,if necessary,untif

engine acceleratessmoothly,

Highspeedstopis factoryadjusted, Do

not adjust- damagemay result,

IMPORTANT:Nevertamperwiththe

enginegovernor,whichis factoryset for

properenginespeed,Overspeedingthe

engineabovethe factoryhighspeedset-

tingcan be dangerous°If you thinkthe

engine-governedhighspeedneedsadjust-

ing,contactyournearestauthorizedser-

vicecenter/department,whichhasproper

equipmentandexperienceto makeany

necessaryadjustments.

Idle Speed

Screw

Throttle

Lever

/

Idle Mixture

Valve Wtth .i,

Limlter

t

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

age at the end of the season or if the trac-

tor witl not be used for 30 days or more,

,ACAUTION: Never store the traptor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to coo! 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 manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

° Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

• Be sure that atl 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

O

t

Fully charge the battery for storage.i/

After a period of time in storage, batter

may require recharging.

o To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage;

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed and place cables where they cannot

come in contact with battery terminals.

°If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential fuel

system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter,

fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also,

experience indicates that aicohol 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.

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°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 minimlzing the formation of

fuel gum deposits dudng 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 oi! (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),

V f I Ir,-_| Q

*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 problem&

o If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt°

o Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rusL

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine wtll not turn

over

Engine clicks but will

not start

@

CAUSE CORRECTION

Out of fuel

Engine not "CHOKED" prop-

erly.

Engine flooded.

-Badspark plug,.

• Dirty air filter.

•Dirty fuel filter

•Water In fuei_

• Loose or damaged wiring,

•Carburetor out of adjustment

.Engine valves out of adjust-

menL

• Dirty air filter_

•Bad spark pk}go

• Weak or dead battery,

•Dirty fuel filter

.Stale or dirty fuel.

° Loose or damaged wiring,.

•Carburetor out of adjustment,

• Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

• Clutchlbrake pedal not

depressed,

• Attachment clutch is engaged.

• Weak or dead battery

• Blown fuse.

° Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring,

• Faulty ignition switch.

. Faulty solenoid or starter°

• Fauttyoperator presence

switch(es)_

, ,,,,u ., i,,.u,,,

• Weak or dead battery,

• Corroded battery terminals,

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

,, Fill fuel tank.

= See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation secttono

,, Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug

. Clean/replace air filter.

*Replace fuel filter,

* Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fueI filter.

. Check all wiring.

. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section,

. Contact an authorized service

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 service

center,

• Depress clutch/brake pedal,

°Disengage attachment clutch.

• Recharge or replace batter's,

•Replace fuse°

• Clean battery terminals.

•Check alt wiring,

Checldreplace ignition switch.

o

• Chectdrepla_ce solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized service

center.

• Recharge or replace battery,

oClean battery terminals.

..... oipo ..........

Loss wet . Cutting too much grassltoo •

fast,

= Throttle in "CHOKE" position. •

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Check all wiflng_

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Set in "Higher Cut" posi-

tion/reduce speed.

Adjust throttle control.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

'PROBLEM CAUSE

Loss ofpower (cont'd) • Build-up of grass, leaves and

trash under mower,

• Dirty air filter.

•Low oil level/dirty oil

•Faulty spark prug.

• Dirty fuel titter..

, Stale or dirty fuel

• Water In fuel,

r" Spark plug wire loose,

Excess'rve'vi%'TatiS'........

• Dirty engine air screentfins,

• Dirtylclogged muffler,

• Loose or damaged wiring.

° Carburetor out of adjustment,,

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with at-

tachment clutch

uengaged .........

Poor cut - uneven

:_eorcut- uneven

(cont'd)

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Engine valves out of adjust-

ment,

Worn, bent or loose blade..

o

Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged part(s)

Faulty operator-safety pres-

ence control system.

•Worn. bent or loose blade,

• Mower deck not level.

• Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower,

, Bent blade mandrel,

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch mocha*

nlsm.

,, Wornldamaged mower drive

belt.

• Frozen idler pulley,

• Frozen blade mandrel,

'O Engine speed too slow.,

Travel speed too fast,

Wet grass.

CORRECTION

• Clean underside of mower hous-

ingo

•Clean/replace air filter,

• Check oil leveVchange oil,

,Clean and regap or change

spark plug..

,, P,ep_ace _uet,_i_er.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

_resh gasoline,

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refill tank with fresh gasoline and

replace fuel rifler.

• Connect and tighten spark plug

were.

• Clean engine air screen/fins.

° Cleardreplace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section,

• Contact an authorized service

__ _center- ..............................

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolL

°Replace blade mandrel,

•Tighten loose part(s), Replace

damaged parts.

•Check wiring, switches and con-

nections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized

service center/

....depadment.

, Replace blade, Tighten blade

bolt.

• Level mowerdeck,

° Clean underside of mower hous-

,!ng.

.Replace blade mandrel

,, Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes

• Remove obstruction,

• Replace mower drive belt,

, Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in"FAST"

position.

• Shift to slower speed,

• Allow grass to dry before mow-

ing,

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PROBLEM CAUSE

grass discharge

(cont'd)

Headlight(s) not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when lurning

engine "OFF"

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

, Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn,

• Blades improperly installed.

°improper blades used°

• Clogged mower deck vent

holesfrombuildupe(

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels, _..........

. Switch is "OFF",

• Bu}b(s) burned out.

•Faulty light switch.

• Loose or damaged wiring,

• Blown fuse.

• Bad battery ceil(s)

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

, Faulty alternator,

%-Freewheel control in "disen-

gaged" position,

,, Motion drive bell worn, dam-

aged or broken

-Air trapped in transmission

during shipment

or servicing.

Engine throttle control not set

at "SLOW" position for 30

seconds before stopping

engine,

CLCORRECTION

II

D

i*

II

Q

o

o

Level mower deck..

Check tires for proper air pres-

sure.

Replace/sharpen blade Tighten

blade bolto

Clean underside of mower hous-

Ing,

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).

.Checldreplace light switch.,

.Check wiring and connections.

._. p!a eluse-

•Replace battery,

• Check/clean alt connections.

• Replace regulator,

,, Replace alternator.

• Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position

• Replace motion drive belt,

.Purge transmission,

,II ,I " '

' Move throttle control to"SLOW"

position and allow to idte for 30

seconds before stopping engine

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ELECTRICAl.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270721

26

34

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO.

I 144925

2 74760412

3 81D551025

4 STD551!25

6 STD541025

8 156417

t6 153664

t9 STD551125

20 73350400

2_ 147430

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 108624X

28 4207J

29 I21305X

30 140301

31 124211X

32 141226

33 I09310X

40 156442

41 711t0408

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 121433X

52 141940

70 140422

DESCRIPTION

Battery 12 VOLT25 AMP

Belt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 5t8 x 16 Ga

Washer Lock Hv,/Helical t/4

Nut Fin Hex 1/4..20Unc

Case Baltery

Switch, Interlock Push-In

Washer Lock I/4

Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Harness Asm Lighl W/4152j

Bulb Lighl#t156

Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

Cable BaLlery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green

Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Switch Ign 4 Pos

Nut Ignition

Cover Sw Key BIk I 25 Te_ SLT

Key ign Molded Craftsman

Harness Ign Man Ct Am Hm 97

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

Cover Termtnal Red

Solenoid

Nut Keps BIk Hex I/4-20 Unc

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Proleotlon Wire Loop

Harness Engine B&S 14 OHV

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

t inch = 25 4 mm

35

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9i7.27'0721

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

i

6O

3

52 55 57

3/

3

74

54

36

• | •4,'=tv | v• • iw•vm,.,wm..,m._ I lvuw_=.,_-..| • _" • I _m,.,• _,_# _

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

t 160392 Chassis Assembly

2 140356 Drawbar

3 17490612 Screw,Thdo RolE,3/6-16 X3/4

4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 161917X013 Dash

I0 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4

11 155927 Panel, Dash, L..H+

t2 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille pet.

13 155936 Panel, Dash, R+Ho

14 17490608 Sc_ewThdro13/8-16x 1/2

!7 144983X558 Hood Assembly

18 126938X BumperHood

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 × 13/16 x 12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Nut

28 145198X558 Grille w/ClipsMS..558

29 155217 Lens, Gillie

30 151287X558 Fender

31 139976 Bracket, Fender

37 17490508 ScrewThdml 5/16-18 x 1/2

38 139886 Pivot Bracket Assembly. L.H.

39 139887 Pivot Bracket Asssmb+y,R..H_

51 73800400 Nut Lock w/lnserl 1/4-20 UNC

82 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 × 16 Ga.

53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

54 16'_464 Screw Hex Wshd #8+8× 7/8

55 145202 Bracket Gdlle Pickoff RH

57 STD522507 Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4+20UNC x .75

60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8+16 UNC x 3/4

64 184798 Dash Lower SUt

74 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3f8_16 UNC

140 158418 Bracket Front Suspension

142 165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

° - 5479J Plug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions given tn U+S,_nches

1inch = 25 4 mm

37

TRACTOR . .MODEL NUMBER 917,270721

GROUND DRIVE

38

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 150071

2 146682

5 121520X

6 17490512

8 1410O3

10 76020416

1t 105701X

13 74550412

15 74490544

18 74780616

19 73800600

21 106933X

22 130804

24 73350600

25 106888X

26 19131316

27 76020412

28 145204

29 124236X

30 130807

32 74760512

34 155071

35 t20t83X

36 19211616

37 I572H

38 123674X

39 74760644

40 4470J

41 154777

42 19131312

47 127783

48 154407

49 123205X

50 74760624

61 73680600

52 73680500

53 105710X

55 105709X

56 74760620

57 161597

59 140312

DESCRIPTION

Transaxte, (See Breakdown)

Hydro Gear 319-0650

Spdng, Return Brake

Strap, Torque

Screw, Thd., Ro!l_

511648 x 3/4

Rod, Shift

Pin, Cotter 1//8 x I Cad

Washer, Shift Plate

Bolt 1/4.28 UNF Grade 8

WPatch

Bolt Hex Ftghd51t6d8 × Gro5

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16un0 x 1

Gr. 5

Nut Lock He× W/Ins 3,f8-16

UNC

Knob, Round 1/2o13

Rod, Brake

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8d6 Unc

Spring, Brake Rod

Washer

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad

Rod, Parking Brake

Cap, Parking Brake

Bracket, Transaxte

Bert

Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal

Bearing, Nyten

Washer

Roll Pin

Pu]tey, Idler, Flat

Bolt

Spacer, Sp{it .395 x 59

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x I2 Ga

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic

Bellcrank Clutch Grad Drv Stl

Retainer, Bert

Bolt

Nut, Crowniock 3/8..16Unc

Nut, Crownfock 5/16-18 UNC

Link, Clutch

Spdng, Clutch Return

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1ol/4

V-Belt, Ground Drive

Keeper, Belt, Center Span

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

61 17490612

62 8883R

63 161399

64 71170764

65 10040700

66 161488

69 142432

70 134683

72 19132012

74 156972

75 121749X

76 12000O01

77 123583X

78 121748X

81 161080

82 123782X

83 19171216

84 168286

86 157480

87 19212016

88 12000008

89 158388

90 124346X

95 156970

96 4497H

113 127285X

116 72110610

122 156963

123 19091016

124 156967

125 74780516

126 1685H \

143 74780520 •

145 74490540

146 74490536 1

147 74490524

t48 159103

t49 I22052X

150 150935

t51 19133210

153 160792

Screw, ThdroL 3/8-16 x 324

Cover, Pedal

Pu{ley, Engtne

Bolt, Hex 7/t6-20 x 4 Gr, 5

Washer

Keeper, Bert, Engine

Screw, Hex Washer HI-Lo

t/4-1/2

Keeper, Belt Engine

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

Spacer, A_le PVST

Washer 25/32 x !-114 x 16

Gauge

E.Rlng

Key, Square

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

Gauge

Shaft Assembly

Spdng, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x314 x 16 Gauge

Tie Rod

Bushing

Washer 21/32 x t-1//4 x 16

Ring Kllp

Console, Shift

Nut Setf-Thd 1/4 Zinc

Rod Asm Bypass PVST

Retalner Spr_ng1" Zinc/Cad

Strap Torqt_eLH LT

Bo{[ Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x

t _25

Plate Bypass PVST

Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Spring Return PVST

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16o18 1Jnc x 1

Nut Lock 5/16q8 Unc

BoIl Fin Hex 5/16-18 Uric x 1-

I/4

Bott Hex Rghd 5/I6-18 x Gc 5

Boll Hex Rg 5/16-18unc x 2

Bolt Hex Flanged

Spacer

Spacer Retainer Pm Mower

Bush{ng Nylon Coliered

Washer 13/32x 2 x lOGa.

Alien Wrench

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S Inches

t Inch = 25.4 mrn

39

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t 139768

2154427

3156453

4 t 57473

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 192'72016

812000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD55t137

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156546

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

22 71200410

23 127501

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD551210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 1007!lL

42 145054

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 74780520

62 156594

63 STD5237!0

65 154780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

Steedng Wheel

FrontAxle Assembly

Spindle Assembly, L H

Spindle Assembly, R H

Bearing, Race. Thrust, Hardened

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

Washer 27/32 x 1.1/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Ktip

Beadng, Steering Column

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Beadng, Front Axle

Nut, Lock,Flange 5/841 UNC

Shall Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust 515 x .750 x °033

Support, Shaft

Washer' Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x 062

Screw Hex Socket I/4-20 x 5/8

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bracket Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 718x t6 Gauge

Screw, Thd, RoU 318-t6 x 3/4

Pin

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw TT #10-,32x 5 x 3t8 F_ange

tnsed, Steedng Wheel

Washer 13t32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge

Gripco Nut

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

BOOt,Steering Dash P/L MUBIk

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

-ExtensionSteering Non-Adjusl

Cap, Spindle

Fitting. Grease

Nut Lock Hx Wllns 5/!6.I8 UNC

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

KiL Steering Assembly, Service

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6 unc x 1 G( 5

Spacer Axle

Bearing Arm Piltman

Bolt Fin Hex 5!8-!1unc × 2-3t4

Brace Axle

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

1 inch = 25 4 mm

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TRACTOR"" MODEL NUMBER 917.2"70721

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72

33

37

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4

29

23

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42

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 162157

2 17720410

3 .........

4 137352

13 2'72293

14 t3280324

15 t3200300

16 STD551237

23 159880

29 137180

31 109202"(

32 158990

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 ! 37040

38 ......

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17490620

81 128861

DESCRIPTION

Control Throt lCh Lh

Screw Hex Thd Cut 114-20x518T

Engine (Bee Breakdown} B&S Model 311707-0132..E 1

Mulfler Exhaust B&S Lt

Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated

Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 318

Shield BrowningtDebds Guard

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented

Clamp Hose Blk

Screw, Thdro! 5116-.18x 3/4 Tyt

Line Fuel 20"

Plug Oit Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Une

8crew He_{wshThdrot 1/4-20x3/4

Washer 9t32 X 7t8 X 16ga

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/'4

Screw Thdrof 318-16xl-1/4 Tytt

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S inches

1inch = 254 mm

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SEATASSEMBLY

.... "_._-L" _ .-. ,.

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5

21

KEY

NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

PART

NO,

140123

140551

STD523710

19131610

145006

STD541437

!24181X

11490616

19131614

155925

120068X

t_

DESCRIPTION

Seat 3450 BlkfDlkCraltsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X t0 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut He× Lock w/Ins 3/84 6Uric

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Btk Zi

Screw Thdro1318-16 X 1 Ty4t

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat I/2-i3 Unc Btk

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t2 t21246X

13 t21248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 t2125OX

t7 !23976X

21 153236

22 STD54143I

24 19171912

25 1270!8X

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap Blk Ny150 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 114-20x1+t/2

Spacer Sptt128 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 Bik Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-RA

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 511648

Washer 17t32 X "I-3/16X 12 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S. Inch-

es1 Inch = 25 4 mm

44

DECALS

I rt/._!,._ I urt -- ivluu r_L I_IUIVlD=N U I i..," !UI t!

5 6 10 2O

21 8

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

1 156811 Oecaf, InstructionOperal Eng !2 146046

2 273845 Decal, HP Engine 14 160396

3 163200 0ecaL Hood Rh 20 149516

4 163202 Decal, Hood Lh 21 163205

5 163254 Decal, Dash Panel B&S t7 -- 138311

Turbo -- 142341

6 133644 Decal, Mainl Customer _- 154515

9 163204 Decal, Fender Craftsman -- 154516

8163203 Decal, MowerEZ -- 164140

10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 164141

21

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DESCRIPTION

Decal, Mower Ddve Schematic

Decal, V.belt Dr Schematic

Decal, Blry DngdPsn Eng

Decal, FenderAulo

Decal, Lift Handle

Decal, Drawbar Cntd M,,4Hyd

Pad, Footrest LH SILT

Pad, Footresl RH STLT

Manua$, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

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KEY PART

NO, NOo

1 59192

2 65139

3 108222X

4 59904

106732X427

278H

9o4OH

8 106108X427

9 122082X

10 7152J

11 t04757X

_- 144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

'Fire Front

Tube Front Tire (Not Provided,

Service Item Only

Rim Front

Fitting Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

Beating Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

Rim Rear

Tire Rea_

Tube Rear ]ire (Nol Provided,

Sercie llem Only

Cap Axle

Sealant, ]qre (t0 oz tube)

NOTE: All componenl dimensions given in U S tnches

1 inch = 25 4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

5 49

19

13

13

32

31 _19

32

3O

3\

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46

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm

2 159471 ShaftAsm Lift

3105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring

519211621 Washer 21/32 x1x2t Ga.

6 t20183X BearingNylong

7 I25631X Grip Handle FMed

8 122365X Button PtungerRead

1t 139855 Link Asm Lift L..H.

12 139866 UnkAsmLift RH.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 127218 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 TrunnionBik Zinc

18 73680800 Nut Lock WNCsh I/2-13 Unc

t9 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 STD624008 Retainer Spring

23 110807X Nut. Special

24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x t6 Ga.

25 2876H Spring

28 76020308 Pin, Cotter 3t32 x 1/2

27 126971X Rod, Adjust Life

28 73350600 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16UNC

29 138057 Knob, infinite Heighl Admustment

30 150233 Trunnion, Infr Height

31 140302 Beadng, Pv_ Lift Spherical

32 73540800 Nut Crowntock 3/8-24

49 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut, Push Phos &Otl

NOTE: AIi component dimensions given In UoS. inches

1 inch = 25 4 mm

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MOWER DECK

73

45

43

.33

3t

30

17\

48

MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO, NO.

!144393

2 BTD533107

3 138017

4 138440

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140295

11 134149

12 129895

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485×

I6 140329

17 72110610

18 STD522106

19 132827

20 159770

2t STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 t23713X

26 110452X

2'7 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 STD551037

40 STD541437

4! 133551

43 140083

44 140088

45 STD824003

48 137729

48 133944

49 155066

50 131340

51 STD541410

52 139888

53 13t845X900

54 133943

55 155046

56 122052X

58 140086

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Mower Housing 59 141043

Bolt 67 162113

Brackef Assembly, Sway Bar, 68 144200

Front 71 142427

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 72 131870

Rata(nor Spr_ng 73 127847

Arm, Suspension, Rear 74 121748X

Bolt, Hex 3/8.24 x 1.25 G[. 8 75 12000029

Washer, Lock 76 128903

Washer, Hardened

Blade, Mulching 77 127845

Bealtng, Ball 78 160570

Bha|tAssembly0Mandrel, 79 127498

Vented (thc|.Key Number 6} 80 153701

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 8t 73350600

Beating, Ball, Mandrel 82 142028

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 83 t 20958X

Bolt, Carriage 318-16x 2-1/4 84 156084

Bolt, Cardaga 5/16-19 x 5/8 85 72140618

Bolt, Shoulder 92 STD541437

Ban_e,Vortex

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 LINC I01 136420

Stfffener Bracket 102 71161010

Bracket, Deflector 103 19061215

Cap, Sleeve t04 STD541431

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 105 180793

Nut, Pt_sh t06 2029J

Shield, Deflector 11t 155197

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 112 155198

Rod, Hinge 113 17490512

Screw 33_dro_Rol]JngWsh Hd 114 STD541431

Washer, Spacer 115 72110504

Pulley, Mandrel 116 137644

Nut, Topleck, Flanged 117 133957

BOff 118 73930600

Fastner, ChdslmasTree 119 19121414

Pu}ley, Idler, Flat 121 143723

Washer 13132x 13/16 x 16 Ga 128 153390

Nut, Crownfock 3/8-16 UNC 129 19131312

Rod, Pivot, with Nibs 130 STD523710

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, w/Nibs

Guard, MandreI, L H13t STD533710

Retainer 132 19132203

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4.20 x 5/8 141 6266H

Washer, Hardened - - 130794

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut - - 145411

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16.16 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Spdng, Torsion Brakes 42"

DESCRIPTION

Guard, Tuv Idler (94)

Knob Custom Qval

V-Belt

Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs

Spring, Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

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

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x

1,44

Keeper, Spring

Arm, Clutch, Primary

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spdng, Mower Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Trunnion Adj..94

Washer Slntered

Keeper Belt Idler

Bolt Carriage 3/6.-16x 2.1/4

Looknut, Hex W/Wsh 318-16

UNC

Cover Mulchfng 42" Black

Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x5/8

Washer #10

Washer Lock #10

Lalch Asm Bagger

Nut Weld

Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

Screw Thdrof 5/16-18 x3/4

Nut, Hex Keps 5/16.18 UNC

BOll, Carriage 5/16 UNC x I/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-!6

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 ×14 Ga

Bracket

Washer Fell

Washer I3/32 x 13116x 12 Ga

Bolt, Fin Hex 3t8..16UNC x I

Gr. 5

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8.16 UNC x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1-3/8 x 3 Ga

Washer Thrust 75 x 1.230

Mandrel Assembly (includes

Key Numbers 6-10. 12-15, 3t

and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete {Std

deck - order separately mulcher

plate components key nos 10t..

106)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

1 Inch =25.4 mm

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270721

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - -MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

KEY PART KEY PART

NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO, DESCRIPTION

1 142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x7/9 x.060

2 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829 D[fferentialAssembly

3 142932 Seal, Up 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 15 x.13

4 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal .75X t 25 x.250

5142933 Rtng, Retatntng 56 142963 Shaft, Input

6 142934 Bearing, Shaft BaIi 58 142964 Bolt t14-20 x 1_39

7 142935 Bearing, Cradle 59 142965 Pin .50D x.43 ID x .750

8150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 ×52 x 13 62 _42966 Arm, Controt

9 142937 Swashplate, Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener

t3 142938 Block, CylinderAssembly 64 142920 Set Screw

14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 68 142969 Spring

t5 142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610 Stud 5/16-24

t7 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 JackshaftAssembty

18 t50772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jackshaft

19 150'773 Beadng, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88, 142973 Screw, Cap

23 142944 Block, CyltnderAssembiy 99 142974 Washer 7/16 × 1 x 1/2

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10 x25 x 7 90 142975 Sleeve Bearing

25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 91 142976 Seal, Wiper

26 150774 Center Section Assembly Kit 92 142977 Spring, Block

27 142948 Seat, Lip 26 x42 x 8 93 142978 Washer, Block'Thrust

28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917 Cap, Vent Assembly

29 142950 Washer 26 x35 x 1 , 114 142918 Fitting, O-RingAssembiy

30 150787 Plale, Bypass 119 142980 Spacer

34 142951 OIIFilter Element 134 144607 Nut, Castle 5116_24

35 142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

36 142953 Ring, Retaining !39 150775 Spring, Compression

37 142954 Arm, Actuating 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5t16-24

38 142955 Pin, Actuating

39 150777 Bolt 5116-24 x173/4 NOTE: All component, dimensions given in UoS inches

40 150778 LocknuI,Hex 5116-24 UNJC t inch= 25.4 mm

41 142958 Brake RotortStator Kit

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

"k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOL.S

TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL..

186

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m

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BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0!32-E1

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270721

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

141A_ "

834A_

-'kREQUIRES SPECIAL

TOOLS TO INSTALL,

SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

127,

"_ 117 127_

LOCATIONS 941

THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-.MATIC AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEM!

216

!J

27_ _

26_"2_8_=_2708

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BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1

878 877

482

614

334'_

[2s_

sloJ 783

L_

61GA

662

802_

o%

729A ,_- 72_8__--

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-1=1

467_

17t

967_

2:3S

16

(1

646_ 663A _

354

1006

7_

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

12_0 g87@ 834_ ,,1o4_

117 qL9 355_ 95_ 142t

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_r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INBTRUCTION MANUAl.

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116,_ 163_ 62_@ 868_

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

KEY PART'

NO, NO.

1 690156

2 399265

3 391086

4 494238

5 690188

6 94927

7 273763

8 495735

9 27803

10 94621

11 281246

12 271916

271997

13 94728

15 94239

16 690136

20 291675

22 95187

23 690222

24 222598

25 692271

692272

692273

692274

26 690162

690164

690186

690168

27 263129

28 498319

::,: 498320

29 499458

499940

32 95190

33 495856

34 495857

35 262811

40 224641

43 40815

45 262411

46 496884

50 690193

51 281735

51A 273650

53 94637

73 494439

75 225136

78 94821

87 491323

93 281346

94 498030

95 94098

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Cylinder Assembly 98 495800 Screw, idle Speed

Bushing, Cylinder t04 231789 . Pin, FloatHinge

* Sea_,O11 105 231855 • Valve, Needle

Sump, Engine 106 231854 • Seat, Inlet

Head, Cylinder 108 224558 Valve, Choke (Manual Choke)

Washer, Fiat 108A 224540 Valve, Choke (Choke-A°Matle)

0* Gasket, Cylinder Head 110 225137 Washer, F[al

BrealherAssembly 116 270920 "Seal, O-Ring

° Gasket, Breather 117 232118 • Jet. Main (Standard)

Screw, Hex 232119 Jet, Ma_n[High Att_4ude)

Tube, Breather 121 690191 Carburetor Overhaul Kit

"Gasket, Crankcase (0150 Thk) I23 95160 Screw, Hex

'Gasket, Crankcase (.O05OThk) 125 690194 Carburetor

Screw, Cylinder Head (3- 127 - Plug. Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

9/160) 130 224539 Valve. Throltle

Plug, Oil Drain 131 493379 Throttle Shall Kit

Crankshaft 133 494381 Float, Carburetor

' Seal, Oil !37 281165 0. Gasket, Float Bowl

Screw, Crankcase Cover 141 495097 Choke Shaft Kit (Man, Choke)

Flywheel 141A 495931 Choke Shall Kit (Choke-A-,

Key. Flywheel Matic)

Piston, Assembly (Std) t42 232117 •Nozzle, Carburelor

Piston Assemb{y (0100 O S) 146 94195 Key, Timing

Piston Assembly (0200 O S ) 163 281051 "Gasket, Air Cleaner

PistonAssembfy (0300 OS) 17! 281051 Nut

Ring Set, Piston (Std.) 186 493498 Connector, Hose

Ring Set, Piston (o0100 OS ) 187 298049 Line, Fuel (Cut to Required

Ring Set, Piston (,0200 OS) Length)

Ring Set, Piston (0300 OS ) 188 94627 Screw He×

Loci{, Piston Pin t92 492160 Adjusler, RockerArm

Pin Assembly, Piston (Std) !99 494768 Valve, Shut,Off

Pin Assembly, Piston (0050 205 94903 Screw, Sholder

O&) 205A 94073 Screw, Shoulder

Rod Assembly, Connecting 209 260695 Spring, Governor

(SId) 218 262766 Link. Choke

RodAssy., Connecting ( 020 216A 262766 Unk, Choke

U S) 222 495611 Bracket, Control

Screw, Connecting Rod 224 95t63 Screw, Tbrx@He_

Valve, Exi_aust 227 493935 Lever, Governor

Valve, fnlake 232 262785 Spring, Link

Spring, Valve RPM Settings: Low: 1650.-1850

Retainer, Valve High: 3200-3400

GevlOil Slinger

Tappet, Valve Included in Gasket Set (690189}

Gear, Cam •lnctuded in Carburetor Ktt (690191)

Manifold, Intake 0lncIuded In Carburetor Gasket Set (690192).

'e Gasket, Intake e Included in Valve overhaul Gasket Set (690190)

§ Gasket, Intake § Included in Kits "-0e

Stud, Carb, Mounting

Screen, Rotating NOTE: Aft component dimensions given in U S Inches

Washer, Rywheei 1 inch = 25 4 mm

Sc_'ewTor,4_

• Seal, Governor Shaft 238 262836 Cap, Valve

Bushing Throttle Shaft 240 394358 Filter, Fuel

Valve, ldleAdjustment 265 221535 Clamp, Casing

.Screw, Choke/Throttle

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! n/_,, I _../nL - - IVI_JLJ_I. PIUIVl_r-n _!I._i u_r t- !

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE_MODEL NUMBER 3'11707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

238 262836 Cap, Valve 727 490324 Cover, Starter Drive

240 394358 Filter, Fuel 728 94951 Screw, Terx'

265 221535 Clamp, Casing 729 281390 Clip, Wire

294 810104 Adjusler, ReckerArm 729A 225170 Clip, Wire

304 225511 Housing, Blower (Red Outer) 74I 262932 Gear, Timing

304A 225017 Housing, Blower (Blackinner) 757 213998 Link, Counterweight

305 94682 Screw, Hex 758 499994 Counterweight

305A 94822 Screw, Torx" 759 230787 Pin, Counterweight

306 225020 Shield, Cylinder 761 94593 Screw, Hex

307 94930 Screw, Hex 763 280104 Gear, Starter

309 497595 Motor, Starter 789 497708 Harness, Wiring

310 94003 Screw, Hex 801 497626 Cap, Drive

31t 497608 Brush Set 802 497607 Cap, End

333 495859 Armature. Magnelo 803 497604 Housing, Starter

334 94731 Screw, Armature Mounting 830 94555 Slud, RockerArm

337 491055 SparkPtug 847 496415 DipstickfTubeAssy

354 94010 Nut, Hex 85I 224110 _ferminaI,Cable

355 281164 "_ Washer 868 499236 *e Seai, Valve

356 494705 Wire, Stop 871 262835 Bushing, Guide

358 690t89 Gasket Set 875 495862 Base, Air Cleaner

363 19203 Flywheel Putter 877 393456 Wire, Alternator

38t 94863 Screw, Hex 878 393362 Harness, Allernator

383 89838 Wrench, Spark Plug 947 497672 Solenoid, Fuel

481 94734 Screw, Torx, Hex 967 272403 Filter, Pro-Cleaner

467 493903 Nut.Air Cleaner 968 281758 Cover. Air Cleaner

474 393474 A}temator 975 494933 Bowl, Float

482 93621 Screw, Hex 977 690192 Gasket SeLCarburetor

493 224966 Bracket, Mounting (Fronl) 987 281166 ,, Seal, Throtlle Shall

493A 224969 Bracket, Mounting (Rear) 1005 281400 Fan, Flywheel

503 606000 Strap, Slarter I006 224413 Retainer, Fan

510 497606 Ddve, Starter 1019 690180 LabeIKil

523 495230 Dipstick, Oi! I022 272475 "e Gasket, Racker Cover

525 496113 Tube, Oit Fill 1023 225521 Cover, Rocker

529 281370 * Seal, FittTuba 1026 494432 Rod, Push (Intake)

535 496894 Fitter, AJCEtement 1026A 495136 Rod, Push (Exhausl_,

544 497603 Armature, Starter 1029 224554 Arm, Rocker

552 491986 Bushing, GovemerCrank 1033 690190 VaIve Ovarhau[Kit

562 94907 Bolt, Governor Lever I034 495248 Guide, Push Rod

592 231978 Nut, Hex !036 273807 Label Kit Emission

592A 92278 Nut, Hex 1044 94673 Screw, Shoulder

60t 95152 Ctamp, Fuel Line 1050 273686 Owner's Manual

614 93305 Pin, Cotter 1090 497605 Retafner_Bn)sh

615 263080 Ring, Retaining 1091 281364 Cap, Limiter

616 495157 Crank, Governor RPM Settings: Low;1650_ 1850

634 494453 • Seal, SpringAssy (Man_ High: 3200,3400

Choke)

634A 494455 • Seal, Spring Assy (Cheke,A_ included in Gasket Set, Par{ Number 690189

Matic) • included inCarburetor Kit, Part Number 690191

635 2808_'2 Boot, Spark Pfug 0 tncluded inCarburetor Gaskel Set, Pro1

646 224546 Brace Number 690!92

657 94905 Screw, Slotted Hex # Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set, Part

663 94929 Screw, Hex Number 690190

663A 94704 Screw, Hex § Included in Kits ','0e

668 805402 Spacer

689 262715 Spring, Friclion NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

673 94896 Screw, He× tinch--25 4rnm

718 230192 Dowel, Sleeve

726 399676 Gear Ring

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270721

BATTERY

f _ )G L

__2c

IGNITION

SWITCH

FUSE 30 AMP

SOLENOID

(PEDAL UP)

l

I SEAT' SWITCH

÷_, ,.. _ | (NOT OCCUPIED)

IBLACK I I _

-- AITMENT CLUTCH ._ "Z'_,'..,T{i,....

Gn',aumDING

(CLUTCH OFF) J CONNECTOR

(OPTIONAL) r _ SPARK

...... IGNITION

El _ UNIT

; "" -j_ - _ -,, 'J[ ...... ..--.J i'_ PL'_3rS ON""

llr__ CHAgGlttG _i,y_'_ M O_T 2_ YO LT_I _MIN, _ 3609 RF_

3AMp DO 0_ RpI,_ (CI'IAR_INo 8_"HTEM DlSC_IINE¢'I_D}

ISOLENOID l "- I -",J -- ,"-L-'-Ti

..... u_os_S_out_u_ DIODE _ALTERNATOR i ;

........... \.z---_-- _-_.,.-'%J--

///;_u r-_ "k"_ EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL |

///_j._j _ h_, _\ ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. [e_o_ _-_it_"

[[_1_! O::::_S 1 / THE LIGHTS ARE NOT _T _ T_" "

I I -_ _u._.,u _ } ] CONNECTED TO THE I _ I

f _ I_ _ _ t /BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR L_ _.J

\\t _ _ _ I// OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE_

\\ M LB// BEOAUSEOFTHtS, THE HEADLIGHTS

_, _// BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

_......I../WILL GRANGE WITH ENG!NE _ _,

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHIS "1_ --'-0- .... / /

IGNITION SWITCH WILL DIM, AS THE ENGINE 18 NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING,,

6O

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

cr_ SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE,

/

15°MAX.

_j .p_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not !

_1_ greater than !5 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- I

_1 ti_ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme I

_i caution when changing direction on slopes. I

For the repair or replacement parts you need

delivered directly to your home

Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a

domtcilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7274)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a

domicillo- I-8O0-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and

Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am - 5 pro, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information:

• Product Type ° Part Number

• Model Number • Part Description

America's Repair Speciatlsts

164140 Rev. 10 9.2.98 JH/TR/VB/RD Printed in UoSoA.