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Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN
+
19.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270913

• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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previously
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the engine,
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operates
differently
and understand this Owner's Manual.

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

For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

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

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ................... %...........................
2
Safety Rules ............. ._...........................
3
Product Specifications ..........................
5
Assembly ...............................................
7
Operation ............................................
10
Maintenance Schedule ....................... 17

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

Maintenance .......................................
17
Service and Adjustments .................... 21
Storage ...............................................
27
Troubleshooting
..................................
28
Repair Parts ........................................
32
Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover

ON CRAFTSMAN

RIDING EQUIPMENT

PARTS

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

and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman

Estates, IL 60179

SLOPE OPERATION
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is
capable of amputating hands and feet and
Slopes are a major factor related to lossthrowing objects. F3ilure to observe the
of-control and tipover accidents, which car
result in severe injury or death. All slopes
following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
require extra caution. If you cannot back
GENERAL OPERATION
up the slope or if you feet uneasy on it, do
not mow it.
• Read, understand, and follow all
DO:
instructions in the manual and on the
machine before starting.
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
• Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate
limbs, etc.
the machine.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked
grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
that you will not have to stop or shift
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendaenters the area.
tions for wheel weights or counter• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
weights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
other attachments. These can change
• Be aware of the mower discharge
the stability of the machine.
direction and do not point it at anyone.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
Do not operate the mower without either
and gradual. Do not make sudden
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
place.
• Slow down before turning.
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
• Never leave a running machine unatand proceed slowly straight down the
tended. Always turn off blades, set
slope.
DO NOT:
parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
• Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
and then, turn slowly and gradually
• Stop engine before removing grass
downhill, if possible.
catcher or unclogging chute.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
• Do not operate the machine while under
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
caves in.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
crossing roadways.
traction could cause sliding.
• Use extra care when loading or unload• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
ing the machine into a trailer or truck.
putting your foot on the ground.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
years and above, are involved in a large
slopes.
percentage of riding mower-related
CHILDREN
injuries. These operators should
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
evaluate their ability to operate the
is not alert to the presence of children.
riding mower safely enough to protect
Children are often attracted to the mathemselves and others from serious
chine and the mowing activity. Never
injury.
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.

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

• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
• Never carry passengers or children
even with the blades off.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not
across.
4

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneve
terrain could overturn the machine. Tal,
grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blade,.
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
If machine stops while going uphill,
disengage blades, shift into reverse an(
back down slowly.
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

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

_RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GASOLINE
CAPACITY
AND TYPE:

3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

!OIL TYPE
API-SF/SG/SH):

SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30
(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY:

3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
GAP: .030")
VALVE
CLEARANCE:

CHAMPION RJ19LM
OR J19LM
INTAKE:
.004"-.006"
EXHAUST: .007"-.009"

GROUND SPEED
(MPH):

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

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT:
REAR:

CHARGING
SYSTEM:

3 AMPS BATTERY
5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY:

AMP/HR:
30
MIN, CCA: 240
CASE SIZE:

BLADE BOLT
TORQUE:

27-35

1,2
1.5
2.4
3.5
4.8
5.4
1.5

14 PSI
10PSI

U1R

FT. LBS.

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

_I=CAUTION: Tow only the attachments
that are recommended by and comply witl"
specifications of the manufacturer of your
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
Operate only at the lowest possible speed
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,
while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can
lose traction with the ground and cause
you to lose control of your tractor.
_,WARNING:
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact your
nearest authorized service center. We
have competent, well-trained technicians
and the proper tools to service or repair
this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".
REPAIR AGREEMENT
A Sears Repair Agreement is available on
this product. Contact your nearest Sears
store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_WARNING:
This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered,
brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands. A spark
arrester for the muffler is available throughyour nearest authorized service center
(See REPAIR PARTS section of this
5 manual).

Steering

Wheel

0
Steering
Wheel insert

(1) Hex Bolt
3/8-16 x 1

jJ//

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut

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

_
f

5/16-18

(1) Lockwasher

Steering
Extension

Steering Wheel
L

3/8

Steering
Boot

Adapter

Shaft

Seat

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

Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

(1) Shoulder
Bolt 5/16-18

Video Cassette

Slope Sheet

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

you begin.
TOOLS REQUIRED
ASSEMBLY

FOR

A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.
(1) 9/16" wrench
(2) 1/2" wrench
(1) Utility knife
(1) Pliers
(1) Tire pressure gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating
position (seated behind the steering
wheel).

TO REMOVE
CARTON
UNPACK

TRACTOR

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock
washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten
securely.
• Snap steering wheel insert into center ot
steering wheel.
• Remove protective materials from
tractor hood and grill
IMPORTANT:
Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.
Insert
-_'/

FROM

Steering

Extension

Shaft

\ "

La ge Flat
Washer

Steering

_. ///

_
"__
u, -

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

g/Boot

Wheel

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

Hex Bolt

318Lockwasher

.-_
/'_z_

CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from shipping carton.
• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on
all four corners of shipping carton, and
lay panels flat.
• Check for any additional loose parts or
boxes and remove.

/3/8

Lower
Steering _
Shaft

v_..
Adapter
_ ".'_" Hex Bolt
," _ - "_-:"
_ ,'" "'
"_'_ _)_Tabs
,
,_,
;
slots

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
CONNECT BATTERY
Lift hood to raised position.
If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label 0abel
located between terminals) charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for
charging instructions).

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
• Position front wheels of the tractor so
they are pointing straight forward.
• Remove steering wheel adapter from
steering wheel and slide adapter onto
steering shaft extension.
• Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapter.

,,"

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

Label

INSTALL

• Remove banding holding discharge
guard up against tractor.
TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.
• Remove adjustment knob and flat
washer securing seat to cardboard
packing and set aside for assembly of
seat to tractor.
• Pivot seat upward and remove from the
cardboard packing. Remove the
carboard packing and discard.
• Place seat on seat pan and assemble
shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt
securely.
• Assemble adjustment knob and flat
washer loosely. Do not tighten.
• Lower seat into operating position and
sit on seat.
• Slide seat until a comfortable position is
reached which allows you to press
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
• Get off seat without moving its adjusted
position.
• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob
securely.
Seat

_IWARNING:
Before starting, read,
understand and follow all instructions in
the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be
sure the area in front of tractor is clear of
other people and objects.
• Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been completed.
• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank
with gasoline.
• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set the
parking brake.
• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
• Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
• Start the engine. After engine has
started, move throttle control to idle
position.
• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold. Move
gearshift lever to 1st gear.
• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.
• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking
brake and place gearshift lever in
neutral position.
• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.
INSTALL MULCHER
PLATE

Seat Pan
Shoulder
Bolt

(If previously removed)
• Raise and hold deflector shield in
upright position.
• Place front of mulcher plate over front of
mower deck opening and slide into
place, as shown.
• Hook front latch into hole on front of
mower deck.
• Hook rear latch into hole on back of
mower deck.

Adjustment
Knob

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

_CAUTION:
Do not remove deflector
shield from mower. Raise and hold shield
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
to rest on plate while in operation.
Deflector
Mulcher

Latch
Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING
DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safe place. Your mower is now ready for
discharging or installation of optional grass
catcher accessory.
NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades. The mulcher blades are designed
for discharging and bagging also.
CHECK

TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinftated
at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section
of this manual.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing
should be properly leveled. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS

v' CHECKLIST
Before you operate and enjoy your new
tractor, we wish to assure that you receive
the best performance and satisfaction frorr
this quality product.
Please review the following checklist:
,/ All assembly instructions have been
completed.
,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/Battery is properly prepared and
charged.(Minimum
1 hour at 6 amps).
•/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
,/All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear
for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
,/Check
mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
,/Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
While learning how to use your tractor, pa t
extra attention to the following important
items:
,/Engine
oil is at proper level.
,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
,/Become
familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

See the figures that are shown for
replacing motion and mower blade drive
belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify that the belts
are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your
tractor, check to see that the brake is
properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

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

BATTERY

CAUTION

REVERSE

FORWARD

FAST

SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE

OFF

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

nxn
FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER

HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

UNLOCKED

MOWER

R N H L
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HIGH

LOW

KEEP AREA CLEAR
(SEE SAFETY

PARKING BRAKE

SLOPE HAZARDS
RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL
DANGER,

KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

(Automatic

Models only)

LIFT

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY
OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

RULES BEFORE

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locationsof
various controlsand adjustments, Save this manual for future reference.
Attachment
Clutch Lever
Ammeter

Ignition
Switch

Light
Switch

Choke Control

Lift Lever
Plunger

Throttle
Control
AEachment
Lift Lever

Clutch/
Brake
Pedal

ght
ustmen
icator

Parking Brake

Gearshift
Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American
National Standards Institute.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used
to engage the mower blades, or other
attachments mounted to your tractor.
LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on
and off.
THROI-rLE
CONTROL:
Used for starting
and controlling engine speed.
CHOKE CONTROL:
Used when starting
a cold engine.
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL: Used for
declutching and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake
pedal into the brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed
and direction of tractor.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck ol
other attachments mounted to your
tractor.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release
attachment lift lever when changing its
position.
IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting ant
stopping the engine.
AMMETER:
Indicates battery charging
(+) or discharging (-).

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

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
TO SET PARKING

BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. When engine
is running, any attempt by the operator to
leave the seat without first setting the
parking brake will shut off the engine.
• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold.
• Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure
from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should
remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure
parking brake will hold tractor secure.
Choke Control

Attachment Clutch Lever
"Engaged' Position

Throttle

Ignition Key

Control

"Disengaged"

Clutch/Brak_

Parking Brake

Position

Geamhiff
Lever

"Disengaged"
Position

"Brake"
Position

STOPPING
MOWER

BLADES

• To stop mower blades, move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"
position.
GROUND DRIVE • To stop ground drive, depress clutch/
brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.
• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)
position.
ENGINE • Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to
slow position and allowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use.
• Never

use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT:
Leaving the ignition switch
in any position other than "OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged, (dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when
tractor is standing idle with the engine
running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when
stopping tractor on grass areas.
_CAUTION:
Always stop tractor
completely, as described above, before
leaving the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.
THROTTLE CONTROL
Always operate engine at full throttle.
• Operating engine at less than full
throttle reduces the battery charging
rate.
• Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.
CHOKE CONTROL
Use choke control whenever you are
starting a cold engine. Do not use to start
a warm engine.
• To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement is
controlled by the gearshift lever.
• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal
depressed and gearshift lever in neutral
(N) position.
• Move gearshift lever to desired position.
• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
start movement.
IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete
stop before shifting or changing gears.
Failure to do so will shorten the useful life
of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST
HEIGHT

MOWER

TO OPERATE

CUTTING

The position of the attachment lift lever
determines the cutting height.
• Grasp lift lever.
• Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are
measured from the ground to the blade tip
with the engine not running. These
heights are approximate and may vary
depending upon soil conditions, height of
grass and types of grass being mowed.
• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches during
hot months. For healthier and better
looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over
6 inches in height should be mowed
twice. Make the first cut relatively high;
the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground when
mower is at the desired cutting height in
operating position. Gauge wheels then
keep the deck in proper position to help
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
• Adjust 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
position, gauge wheels should be
assembled so they are slightly off the
ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer,
and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.
• Repeat for opposite side installing
gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
Gauge Wheel
Mountin
Bracket

"_"

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

Gauge Wheel

TO OPERATE

ON HILLS

_CAUTION:
Do not drive up or down hills
with slopes greater than 15° and do not
drive across any slope. A slope guide at
the back of your manual is provided for
your use.
• Choose the slowest speed before
starting up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
• If stopping is absolutely necessary, pusl"
clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake
position and engage parking brake.
• Move gearshift leverto 1st gear. Be
sure you have allowed room for tractor
to roll slightly as you restart movement.
• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• Make all turns slowly.

Shoulder
_

Low
Position

Position

3/8-16 Locknut
3/8 Washer

MOWER

Bolt

TO TRANSPORT

ADD GASOLINE

• Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
• When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
position.
• Do not push or tow tractor at more than
five (5) MPH.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transporting your tractor on a truck
or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,
etc.).

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will
increase carbon and lead oxide deposits
and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to
assure fuel freshness.

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

BEFORE
CHECK

STARTING

THE ENGINE

ENGINE OIL LEVEL

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

IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting.
_WARNING:
Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine
and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
_CAUTION:
Fill to bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use
gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE
When starting the engine for the first time
or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
take extra cranking time to move fuel from
the tank to the engine.
• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set
parking brake.
• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.
• Move throttle control to fast position
• Pull choke control out for a cold engine
start attempt. For a warm engine start
attempt the choke control may not be
needed.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and
cold starting procedures below.
• Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to "START" position and
release key as soon as engine starts.
Do not run starter continuously for more
than fifteen seconds per minute. If the
engine does not start after several
attempts, push choke control in, wait a
few minutes and try again. If engine still
does not start, pull the choke control out
and retry.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F AN[
BELOW)
• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins to run
smoothly. Continue to push the choke
control in small steps allowing the
engine to accept small changes in
speed and load, until the choke control
is fully in. If the engine starts to run
roughly, pull the choke control out
slightly for a few seconds and then
continue to push the control in slowly.
This may require an engine warm-up
period from several seconds to several
minutes, depending on the temperature
• The attachments can be used during th
engine warm-up period and may requin
the choke control be pulled out slightly.
NOTE; A high altitude (above 3000 feet) (
in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the
carburetor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine performance. Se
"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR"
in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (500 F AND
ABOVE)
• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins to run
smoothly. If the engine starts to run
roughly, pull the choke control out
slightly for a few seconds and then
continue to push the control in slowly.
• The attachments and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to warm up for one minute using
the choke as described above.

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

MULCHING

MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT:
For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean after each use.
• The special mulching blade will recut
the grass clippings many times and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into the
grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to
provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best
recutting action of the blades.
• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action. The
best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried and the newly cut area will not be
exposed to the direct sun.
• For best results, adjust the mower
cutting height so that the mower cuts off
only the top one-third of the grass
blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut on each pass
and mow slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a
second cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.
• Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting
and graining of the lawn.
Max 1/3

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

" y 2"sE.vlcE DATES

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n
Check Operator

Presence

and

T Interlock
Systems
R Check for Loose Fasteners
cA

Sharpen/Replace

Lubrication

Mower

Check Baltery

Clean Batteryand

I_
Blades

Chart
Level
Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust

Blade Belt(s) Tension

v',i

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension
Check Engine

Oil Level

Change Engine

Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect

Muffler/Spark

Arrester

_,2

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
E

Clean Engine

Cooling

Fins

Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
1"
234 -

Change more often when operatir_g under a heavy load or it_high ambient temperatures,
se_i_
more o_en when op_*ra_ng in dirty of dusly conditions.
If equipped with oil fi_er, change oil evory 50 hours¸
Replac_ blades more o_en when m owir Kjin sandy soil

GENERAL

LUBRICATION

RECOMMENDATIONS

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

engine oil level.
brake operation,

• Check
• Check

tire pressure.
operator presence

and interlock

systems for proper operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.

5 - If equfpped with adjustable system,
6 - Not roquired If equipped wilh m aint er_allce4ree battery¸
"7- Tighten front axle I_VOt bc_t Io 35 ft-Ibs maximum.
Do no_ overtighte_.

Bearing

CHART

,-.

Zerk _
Engi

__/L-,n/e
i

SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil
_) General Purpose Grease
@ Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE"
Section
IMPORTANT:
Do not oil or grease the pivot
points which have special nylon bearings.
Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt
that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered
graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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

PRESENCE

SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and
interlock systems are working properly. If
your tractor does not function as described
below, repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachment clutch control is in the
disengaged position.
• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave the seat
without first setting the parking brake
should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the seat
should shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should never
operate unless the operator is in the
seat.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
BLADE REMOVAL

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

Trailinc

Hole
Flat Washer
Lock
_Star
/

•

G_"Hex Bolt (Grade 8)*"'_
*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified by
six lines on the bolt head.
TO SHARPEN

BLADE

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

5/8" Bolt

or Pin _,

• Raise mower to highest position to allow
access to blades.
• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
washer securing blade.
• Install new or resharpened blade with
trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

7 '_:

Center Hole

/Blade

BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system
which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with
an automotive charger will extend its life.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on
your tractor is maintenance free. Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
Adding or checking level of electrolyte is
not necessary.
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and
terminals can cause the battery to "leak"
power.
• Remove terminal guard.
• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.
• Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.
• Clean terminals and battery cable ends
with wire brush until bright.
• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum
jelly.
• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manual).
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace if
necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from
wear.
TRANSAXLE
COOLING

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils w
result in increased oil consumption when
used above 32°F. Check your engine oil
level more frequently to avoid possible
engine damage from running low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one
year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each eight
(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/
dipstick securely each time you check th_
oil level.
TO CHANGE

ENGINE OIL

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

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

Oil D
Plug

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

._0'

20"

TEMPERATURE

.10'

RANGE ANTICIPATED

GRADES

10 _

BEFORE

20,

Oil Fill

CLEAN

AIR SCREEN

Air screen

must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from
overheating.
Clean with a wire brush or
compressed
air to remove dirt and
stubborn dried gum fibers.

30 _

NEXT OIL CHANGE

ENGINE COOLING

FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine
cooling fins to prevent engine damage
from overheating. Air guide covers must
be removed. Remove side panels and
hood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND
GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).

IMPORTANT:
Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge.
Do not oil cartridge.
Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry
cartridge.
/_L_
Win

Nut
g

Top Air Gui_.,
Engine Cooling
Fins

Cover

Knob
_

Cartridge
Plate

_'-__

Foam

Pre-Cleaner

_
_

Air Guide
Cover
(Both
Sides)

Air Scre_

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation or every
season. Service paper cartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty
conditions.
• Remove knob(s) and cover.
TO SERVICE

PRE-CLEANER

•
•
•
•

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

Cartridge

CARTRIDGE

• Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.
• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
debris from entering carburetor.
• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat
surface. If very dirty or damaged,
replace cartridge.
• Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts,
precleaner, cover and secure with
knob(s).

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could
create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are shown
in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section
of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.
• With engine cool, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.
• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
clamps are properly positioned.
• Immediately wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
Clamp

Clamp

Filter

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

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

_CAUTION:
Before performing any service or adjustments:
• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"
position.
• Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.
• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come
in contact with plug.

TRACTOR
TO REMOVE MOWER
Mower will be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor.
• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
• Move attachment lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.
• Roll belt off engine pulley.
• Remove small retainer spring, and lift
clutch spring off pulley bolt.
• Remove large retainer spring, slide
collar off and push housing guide out of
bracket.
• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring.
• Disconnect suspension arms from rear
deck brackets by removing retainer
springs.
• Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under
tractor.
IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than
the mower deck is to be mounted on the
tractor, remove the front links and hook
the clutch spring onto square hole in
frame.
TO INSTALL MOWER
• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
• Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor.
• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
• Install mower in reverse order of
removal instructions.

Small Retainer Spring
Clutch Spl
Link
Retainer S
Anti-Swa'

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

Collar

Housing Guide

Large Retainer Spring

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

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

Bottom Edge
Mower to
IGround

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Suspension
Arm

Nut "F"

Lift Link Adjustment

Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK
ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-toside. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both
front links equally so mower will stay
level side-to-side.
To obtain the best cutting results, the
mower housing should be adjusted so that
the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"
lower than the rear when the mower is in
its highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance "D" directly in front and
behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.

mrt

Front Links
TO REPLACE
BELT

MOWER

(See Illustration

BLADE
Next

DRIVE

Page)

The mower blade drive belt may be
replaced without tools. Park the tractor on
level surface.
Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of
this manual).
• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and
idler pulleys.
• Pull belt away from mower.

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

Idler Pulleys
_ndrel
Pulley

TO ADJUST

TO REPLACE

MOTION

DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake. For assistance, there is a
belt installation guide decal on bottom
side of left footrest.
• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual.)
• Remove belt from stationary idler and
clutching idler.
• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Remove belt upwards from transaxle
pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
• Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downwards from around engine
pulley.
• Install new belt by reversing above
procedure.
Engine
Pulley

BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable
brake system which is mounted on the
right side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in highest
gear, then brake must be adjusted.
• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage
parking brake.
• Measure distance between brake
operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".
• Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust if
necessary.
If stopping distance is still
greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,
further maintenance is necessary.
Contact your nearest authorized service
center/department.

Clutching
Idler

Stationary
Idler

Transaxle

0
TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER
ADJUSTMENT
The transaxle should be in neutral when
the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock
gate) position. The adjustment is preset at
the factory; however, if adjustment is
needed, proceed as follows:
• Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).
NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels
move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.
• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the
right rear wheel.
• Position the gear shift lever in the
neutral (N) position.
• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.
NOTE: If additional clearance is needed
to get to adjustment bolt, move mower
deck height to the lowest position.

, Arm

Gearshift

Neutral
Lock Gate

Lever

Adjustment
Bolt

TO ADJUST
ALIGNMENT

STEERING

WHEEL

If steering wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove
steering wheel and reassemble per
instructions in the Assembly section of this
manual.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER
The front wheel toe-in and camber are not
adjustable on your tractor. If damage has
occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or
camber, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
• Block up axle securely.
• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal (rear
wheel contains a square key - Do not
lose).
• Repair tire and reassemble.
• On rear wheels only: align grooves in
rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square
key.
• Replace washers and snap retaining
ring securely in axle groove.
• Replace axle cover.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may be purchased from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.

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

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

"Positive"

Washers

Retaining
Ring

Axle Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

(+)

"Negative"

(-)

REPLACING

TO REPLACE

BATTERY

_I_CAUTION:
Do not short battery
terminals by allowing a wrench or any
other object to contact both terminals at
the same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc.
Positive terminal must be connected first
to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding,
• Lift hood to raised position.
• Remove terminal guard.
• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then
RED battery cable and carefully remove
battery from tractor.
• Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
• Reinstall terminal guard.
• First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) battery terminal with hex
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.
• Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with
remaining hex bolt and keps nut.
Tighten securely.
• Close terminal access doors.
• Close hood.
Rex

Positive

FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY
• Raise hood.
• Unsnap headlight wire connector.
• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor.
• To replace, reverse above procedures.

iJH°°d
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Headlight
i 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 nonroad engine repair establishment or
individual. Warranty repairs must be
performed by an authorized engine
manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be
Terminal
Negative
necessary. Check adjustment as deGuard
.
(Black) Cable
scribed below before loosening cable. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as
follows:
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
•
With engine not running, move throttle
• Raise hood.
control lever to fast position.
• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
• Check that swivel is against side of
backside of the grill.
quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable
• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
clamp screw and pull cable back until
holder securely back into the hole in the
swivel is against quartem"circle. Tighten
backside of the grill.
cable clamp screw securely.
• Close hood.
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
The choke control has been preset at the
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your
factory and adjustment should not be
tractor to run poorly, stop running, or
necessary. Check adjustment as deprevent it from starting.
scribed below before loosening cable. If
• Check wiring. See electrical wiring
adjustment is necessary, proceed as
diagram in the Repair Parts section.
follows:
• With engine not running, move choke
control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.
25
Cable

• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and
cartridge plate to expose carburetor
choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the
Maintenance section of this manual).
• Choke should be closed. If it is not,
loosen casing clamp screw and move
choke cable until choke is completely
closed. Tighten casing clamp screw
securely.
• Reassemble air cleaner.
Claml:
Quarter Circle

Choke

Casing
Screw

TO ADJUST

CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. However, minor adjustment
may be required to compensate for
differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or
load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows:
In general, turning the mixture screw in
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.
Turning the mixture screw out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.
IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and
the seats in carburetor may result if screw
is turned in too tight.
PRELIMINARY

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.
• With throttle control lever in slow
position, hold throttle lever against idle
speed screw and adjust idle speed
screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.
• While still holding throttle lever against
idle speed screw, turn idle mixture
screw in (clockwise) until engine begins
to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn
screw to a point midway between those
two positions.
• Continue to hold throttle lever against
idle speed screw and adjust idle speed
screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM.
Release throttle lever.
ACCELERATION
TEST • Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,
turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until
engine accelerates smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department, which has
proper equipment and experience to make
any necessary adjustments.
Idle Speed
Idle Mixture
Screw
-Throttle Lever

SETTING -

• Be sure you have a clean air filter, and
the throttle control cable and choke are
adjusted properly (see above).
• With engine off turn idle mixture screw
in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and
then turn out (counterclockwise)
1-1/4
to 1-1/2 turns.

Idle Speed
Screw _
Throttle
Lever

Mixture

Immediately prepare your tractor for
storage at the end of the season or if the
tractor will not be used for 30 days or
more.
_LCAUTION:
Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. This will allow you to clean it
thoroughly. Remove all dirt, grease,
leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this
manual).
• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATTERY
• Fully charge the battery for storage.
• After a period of time in storage, battery
may require recharging.
• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot
come in contact with battery terminals.
• If battery is removed from tractor for
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.
Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine while
in storage.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio found
on stabilizer container. Run engine at least
10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow
the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if
using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
• Remove spark plug(s).
• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug
hole(s) into cylinder(s).
•Tum
ignition key to "START" position for
a few seconds to distribute oil.
• Replace with new spark plug(s).

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

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

Willnotstart

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

CORRECTION

• Engine valves out of adjustment.

• Fill fuel tank,
• See "TO START ENGINE" in
Operation section.
• Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.
• Replace spark plug.
• Clean/replace air filter.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter.
• Check all wiring.
• See 'qo Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized service center.

•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

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

• Loose or damaged wiring.
• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Hard to start

Dirty air filter.
Bad spark plug.
Weak or dead battery.
Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjustment,
Engine will not turn
over

• Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.
• Attachment clutch is engaged.
• Weak or dead battery.
• Blown fuse.
• Corroded battery terminals.
• Loose or damaged wiring.
• Faulty ignition switch.
• Faulty solenoid or starter.
• Faulty operator presence
switch(es).

Engine clicks but
will not start

• Weak or dead battery.
• Corroded battery terminals.

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 battery.
• Replace fuse.
• Clean battery terminals.
• Check all wiring.
• Check/replace
ignition
switch.
• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
• Contact an authorized service center.
• Recharge or replace battery.
• Clean battery terminals.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

=ROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine clicks but
will not start
(cont'd)

• Loose or damaged wiring.
• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Check all wiring.
• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.

Loss of power

• Cutting too much grass/
too fast.
• Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
• Build-up of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
• Dirty air filter.
• Low oil level/dirty oil.
• Faulty spark plug.

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

• Dirty fuel filter.
• Stale or dirty fuel.
• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.
• Dirty engine air screen/
fins.
• Dirty/clogged muffler.
• Loose or damaged wiring.
• Carburetor out of adjustment.
• Engine valves out of adjustment.
Excessive vibration

• Worn, bent or loose blade.
• Bent blade mandrel.
• Loose/damaged
part(s).

• Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Clean/replace air filter.
• Check oil level/change oil.
• Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.
• Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.
• Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
• Clean engine air screen/fins.
• Clean/replace muffler.
• Check all wiring.
• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized service center.
• Replace blade. Tighten blade
bolt.
• Replace blade mandrel.
• Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

Engine continues
to run when operator leaves seat with
attachment clutch
engaged

• Faulty operator-safety
presence control system.

• Check wiring, switches and
connections. If not
corrected, contact an authorized service center.

Poor cut - uneven

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade
bolt.
• Level mower deck.
• Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Replace blade mandrel.

• Mower deck not level.
• Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.
• Bent blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Poor cut - uneven
(cont'd)

Mower blades will
not rotate

Poor grass discharge

CHART
CAUSE

CORRECTION

Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.
• Obstruction in clutch
mechanism.
• Worn/damaged
mower
drive belt.
• Frozen idler pulley.
• Frozen blade mandrel.
• Engine speed too slow.
• Travel speed too fast.
• Wet grass.
• Mower deck not level.
• Low/uneven tire air pressure.
• Worn, bent or loose blade.
• Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
• Mower drive belt worn.
• Blades improperly installed.
• Improper blades used.
Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.

Headlight(s) not
working (if so
equipped)

• Switch
• Bulb(s)
Faulty
Loose
Blown

Battery will not
charge

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

Engine "backfires"
when turning engine "OFF"

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

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

• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.
• Replace mower drive belt.
• Replace idler pulley.
• Replace blade mandrel.
• Place throttle control in
"FAST" position.
• Shift to slower speed.
• Allow grass to dry before
mowing.
• Level mower deck.
I • Check tires for proper air
pressure.
,• Replace/sharpen
blade.
I
Tighten blade bolt.
• Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Replace mower drive belt.
• Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.
• Replace with blades listed in
this manual.
• Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

•
•
•
•
•

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

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

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

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SCHEMATIC

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BATTERY

FUSE

STARTER

I
WHITE

(OPTIONAL)

BLACK

SOLENOID
--

_f_

......

CLUTCH'BRAKE
(PEDAL UP)

WHILE

SEAT SWITCH
IGNITION
SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)
WHIT

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BLACK
BUCK

____ BLUE

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GROUND
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UNIT
TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

2eVOLTS AC MINO 3600 RRM
(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

CHARGING
sysTEM
OUTPUT
3 AMP OC O 3600 RPM

SO EQUIPPED)
FUEL(IF
SHUT-OFF
SOLENOID r

FID

5AMpAC@
SYSTEM
3600RPM
OLPrpuT
_,

" LIGHTING

DIODE

14 VOLTS

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

IGNITION
(_

ORANGE

........

J
BLAC K

BLACK
L/_\ L NE

i'-

(OPTIONAL)_
',
FUEl_"
I

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I ALTERNATOR
_TOR ]l i

AC MIN

@ 3600 NpM

CIRCUIT

"MAKE*'

OFF
RUN/LIGPFF

M+G+A1
B+A1

NONE
A2+L

HEADLIGHTS

m_
NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

RUN

B+A1

NONE

START

3 + S + A1

NONE

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS
WIRING

INSULATED

CLIPS

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

OFF)

BROWN

SWITCH

POSITION

(LIGHTS

TRACTOR

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ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
8
10
11
12
16
19
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
33
40
41
42
43
45
52
55

163465
74760412
7603J
145211
150109
145769
153664
Std551125
166182
4152J
4799J
146148
166180
73510400
145491
121305X
163968
140403
170217
71110408
131563
145673
12t433X
141940
17490508

Battery 12 VOLT 28 AMP
Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4
Case Battery
Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2
Holddown Battery Front Mount
Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4
Switch, Interlock Push-In
Washer Lock 1/4
Harness Light Socket (W/4152j)
Bulb Light #1156
Cable Battery
Cable Battery
Fuse
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
Cable Ground
Switch Seat
Switch Ign
Key Molded Craftsman
Harness Ign
Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2
Cover Terminal
Solenoid
Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp
Protection Wire Loop
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

NOTE:

All component dimensions
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

given in U. S.

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
5
9
10
11
12
13
17
18
20
23
25
26
28
29
30
31
37
38
51
52
53
54
55
57
58
60
64
74
1t4
115
142
143
144
145
159
206
207
208
211
212
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169830
169061
17060612
155272
168337X013
STD533710
155927
145660
169117X010
144983X558
126938X
156437
124028X
19131312
STD541437
156725X558
155217X599
164918X558
139976
17490508
169834
73800400
19091416
145201
161464
145202
STD522507
140547
STD533707
154798
STD541437
158112
17060620
165867
154966
154207
156524
155123X428
170165
17670508
17670608
145212
165919
5479J

Chassis Assembly
Drawbar
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bumper Hood/Dash
Dash
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1
Panel, Dash, L.H.
Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L
Panel, Dash. R.H.
Hood Assembly
Bumper Hood
Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank
Bushing, Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge
Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3/8-16 Unc
Grille/Lens Asm
Lens, Grille
Fend/Ftrest
Bracket, Fender Support
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2
Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H.
Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
Bracket Grille Pickoff LH
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
Bracket Grille Pickoff RH
Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75
Air Duct P/L B&S
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4
Dash Lower STLT
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Keeper Belt Rear Lh Stl
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-!/4
Plate Reinforcement STLT
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Cupholder
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
Nut Hexflange Lock
Insert Lens Reflective
Plug Button

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U, S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR

-. MODEL NUMBER

1_8

166
156
5
18

:30

6
52

19 24

917.270913

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270913
GROUND DRIVE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

146682
123666X
12000028
121520X
17060512
165866
STD561210
105701X
74550412
10040400
STD523710
STD541437
106933X
130804
STD541237
106888X
STD551037
STD561210
145204
71673
169592
127275X
STD523107
155071
120183X
STD551062
STD571810
131494
STD523727
4470J
165838
19131312
127783
154407
t 23205X
STD523715
STD541437
STD541431
105710X
105709X
STD523712.
130801
127274X
169691
17060612

Transaxle (See Breakdown)
Peerless 206-545C
Spring, Return, Brake
Pulley, Transaxle
Ring, Retainer
Strap, Torque
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
Rod Shifter Fender STLT
Pin, Cotter
Washer, Shift Plate
Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8
Washer Lock Hvy Helical
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1 Gr 5
Nut
Knob
Rod, Brake
Nut
Spring, Brake Rod
Washer
Pin
Rod, Parking Brake
Cap, Parking Brake
Bracket, Transaxle
Keeper, Belt, L.H.
Bolt
Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer
Roll Pin
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Bolt
Spacer, Split .395 x .59
Keeper, Belt, Idler
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic
Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Dr,,, Stl
Retainer, Belt
Bolt
Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC
Link, Clutch
Spring, Clutch Return
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16x 1-1/4
V-Belt, Ground Drive
Keeper, Belt, R.H.
Keeper, Belt, Center Span
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
11
13
14
18
19
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
55
56
57
58
59
61

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

62
63
64
65
66
70
72
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
89
90
96
112
113
116
145
150
151
156
158
159
161
162
163
164
165
166
!68
169
170
197
198
202
204

8883R
140186
71170764
STD551143
154778
134683
19132012
137057
121749X
STD581075
123583X
121748X
STD580025
145090
165592
165711
19171216
166231
150360
158391X428
124346X
STD624003
19091210
127285X
72110610
74490540
165850
19133210
166002
165589
165494
72140406
73680400
74780416
19091010
165623
166880
165492
165580
165849
169613
169593
72110612
17060516

Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5
Washer
Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof
Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.
Spacer, Axle
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
E-Ring
Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga
Key Woodruff
Arm, Shift
Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20
Spring, Torsion
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Link Transaxle
Nut, Nylock
Console, Shift, STLT
Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4
Retainer Spring 1"
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge
Strap Torque 90 Degrees
Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25
Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5
Bushing Bellcrank Grd. Drive
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125
Bracket Shift Mount
Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5
Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc
Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20Unc x 1 Gr 5
Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10Ga
Bracket Pivot Lever
Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
Plate Fastening Lt
Keeper Belt Transaxle Gear
Nyliner Snap-In
Washer Nyliner
Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
Screw 5/16-18 x 1 SMGML

NOTE:

A[Icomponentdimensions
inches 1 inch = 25/4mm

givenin

U.S.

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

NUMBER 917.270913

STEERING

_38

_41

f!:!
,'_
I

I
62

51_54

26
43

TRACTOR

- MODEL

NUMBER

917.270913

STEERING

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
139768
Steering Wheel
2
154427
Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL
3
169840
Spindle Assembly, L.H.
4
169839
Spindle Assembly, R.H.
5
6266H
Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
6
121748X
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge
7
19272016
Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
8
12000029
Ring, Klip
9
3366R
Bearing, Steering Column
10
169832
Draglink
11
STD551137
Washer, Lock
!3
136518
Spacer, Bearing, Axle
15
145212
Nut, Hexflange Lock
17
156546
Shaft Assembly, Steering
18
57079
Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033
19
160395
Support, Shaft
Screw Hex Wshhd Torx
22
165857
23
165851
Pittman Shaft Assembly
25
154406
Bracket, Steering
26
126847X
Bushing, Link, Drag
27
136874
Gear, Sector
28
19131416
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
29
17060612
30
STD561210
Pin
32
130465
Rod, Tie
36
155099
Bushing, Steering
37
152927
Screw
38
139769
Insert, Steering Wheel
39
19133812
Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge
40
STD541537
Gripco Nut
41
100711L
Adaptor, Steering Wheel
42
145054X428 Boot, Steering Shaft
43
121749X
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
44
153720
Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT
46
121232X
Cap, Spindle
47
6855M
Fitting, Grease
51
STD541431
Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
54
74780520
62
167902
Kit Steedng Asm Service
63
STD523710
Bolt, Ftn Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5
65
160367
Spacer Axle
66
154404
Beadng Arm Pittman
Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/6-16 x 2-1/4
67
72110618
68
169827
Axle, Brace
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga
79
19132012
80
74950612
Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4
82
169835
Bracket Susp Chassis Front
Fastner Christmas Tree
85
133835
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

RRAU I un ....
ENGINE
27

B'l

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

917.270913

ENGINE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
23
25
26
27
29
31
32
33
34
37
38
39
45
81

162152
17720410
149723
144069
144068
138129
150176
145552
STD551125
STD522507
165287
13280336
13200300
STD551237
17490624
169837
145996
73920600
152927
137180
157103
161696
123487X
106082X
8543R
.......
109227X
17060612
128861

DESCRIPTION
Control, Throt Paddle 32 22
Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8
Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 42E707-2631 -E3
Muffler Exhaust
Exhaust Asm. Left
Exhaust Asm. Right
Clamp Tube Double Engine
Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 W/Sems
Heat Shield Lt
Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4
Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20Unc x .75
Gasket, Muffler
Nipple, Pipe 4-1/2
Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT
Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt
Shield, Brn/Dbr Guard
Control Choke
Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf
Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange
Arrestor, Spark
Tank, Fuel
Cap Fuel Guage
Clamp, Hose
Spacer Pad
Line, Fuel
Plug, Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)
Pad Idler
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 SMGML
Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch= 25/4 mm

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.270913

SEAT ASSEMBLY

_..../9

6
22
I

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

PART
NO,
140123
140551
71110616
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
17000616
19131614
155925
166369
121246X

DESCRIPTION
Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman
Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1
Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga
Clip Push in Hinged
Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Uric
Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi
Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 SMGML
Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga
Pan Pnt Seat (blk)
Knob Seat
Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

13
14
15
16
17
21
22
24
25

121248X
72050412
134300
121250X
123976X
171852
STD541431
19171912
127018X

Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id
Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2
Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc
Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt
Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A
Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18
Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE:

All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

917.270913

DECALS

8
9

13
--5

2--

,,,

----5

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
11

156439
165392
171696
171697
163207
133644
163259
171808
163204
156368

Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,

13
15
19
20
22
- -- - - -

146046
160396
138047
166887
149516
138311
165800X428
165799X428
174437
174438

Decal, V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor
Decal, Mower Drive Schematic
Decal, Battery Diehard Sears
Decal, Deck Mower EZ3
Decal, Battery
Decal, Lift Handle
Pad Footrest LH STLT
Pad Footrest RH STLT
Owner's Manual, English
Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS

Fender Danger Sears
Engine
Hood, R.H,
Hood, L.H.
Fender
Maintenance
Panel Dash B&S
Rplcmnt
Fender, Craftsman Gold
Fender STLT Oper Inst E/S

AND TIRES

4,10

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4

59192
65139
106222X
59904

5
6
7

t06732X427
278H
9040H

8
9
10

106108X427
122082X
7t 52J

11
--

104767X
144334

3,0

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Valve Cap, Tire
Stem, Valve
Tire, Front
Tube, Front Tire
(Not Provided, Service Item Only
Rim. Front
Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Onl,
Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel
Only)
Rim, Rear
Tire, Rear
Tube, Rear Tire
(Not Provided, Service Item Only
Cap, Axle
Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.270913

LIFT ASSEMBLY

13
19
13

20
15

19
15

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270913
LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
15
16
17
18
19
20
31
32

159460
159471
105767X
12000002
19211621
120183X
125631X
122365X
139865
139866
STD624008
173288
73350800
130171
73800800
139868
163552
140302
73540600

Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly
Shaft Assembly, Lift
Pin, Groove
E-Ring
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge
Bearing, Nylon
Grip, Handle, Fluted
Button, Plunger, Red
Link, Lift, L.H.
Link, Lift, R.H.
Retainer Spring
Link, Front
Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC
Trunnion
Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 UNC
Arm, Suspension, Rear
Retainer Spring
Bearing, Pvt, Lift Special
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE:

All component dimensions
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

given in U. S.

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.270913

MOWER DECK

Is7

158

_"J

y---_

156

;_'_:_

.-..,_.

_
"q_

_
_

_V.J"
_r

.146

_147142 50

22
24

119

6
19F

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270913
MOWER DECK

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3

165892
STD533107
138017

4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
40
44
45
46
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56

DESCRIPTION

Mower Deck Assembly, 42"
Bolt
Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,
Front
165460
Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck
STD624008
Retainer Spdng
130832
Arm, Suspension, Rear
850857
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
STD551137
Washer, Lock
140296
Washer, Hardened
134149
Blade, Mulching
129895
Bearing, Ball
137645
Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented
(Includes Key Number 12)
128774
Housing, Mandrel, Vented
110485X
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
140329
Stripper, Vented Mower Deck
72140505
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
132827
Bolt, Shoulder
159770
Baffle, Vortex
STD541431
Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC
134753
Stiffener Bracket
131267
Bracket, Deflector
105304X
Cap, Sleeve
123713X
Spring, Torsion, Deflector
110452X
Nut, Push
130968X428 Shield, Deflector
19111016
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
131491
Rod, Hinge
157722
Screw Thdrol Washer Head
129963
Washer, Spacer
153535
Pulley, Mandrel
137266
Nut, Toplock, Flanged
STD533717
Bolt
133835
Fastner, Christmas Tree
131494
Pulley, Idler, Fiat
STD551037
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16
Gauge
STD541437
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
140088
Guard, Mandrel, L.H.
STD624003
Retainer
137729
Screw, Thd. ROll 1/4-20 x 5/8
133944
Washer, Hardened
155066
Roller Assembly, Cam Follower
131340
Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5
STD541410
Lockeut
139888
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
131845
Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake
133943
Washer, Hardened
155046
Arm, Idler
165723

Spacer, Retainer

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

59
67
68
92
101
102
103
104
105
106
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
121
128
129
130

141043
149846
144959
STD541437
136420
71161010
19061216
STD551110
160793
2029J
155197
155198
17060512
STD541431
72110504
4898H
165746
73930600
BTD551037
143723
153390
19131312
STD523710

131
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
- -

STD533710
165890
157109
158634
165888
165891
131335
169022
165898
19091216
169670
169676
169674
169675
169671
169672
169669
17720410
STD533717
130794

169583

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Guard, TUV Idler
Knob Custom Oval
V-Belt
Nut
Mulcher Cover
Screw
Washer #10
Washer, Lock
Latch Assembly, Bagger
Nut, Weld
Bracket, Gauge, WheelL.H.
Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC
Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2
Bolt, Shoulder
Wheel, Gauge
Nut, Centedock 3/8-16
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge
Bracket
Washer Felt
Washer13!32 x13/16 x12 Ga.
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1
Gr. 5
Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1
Arm Spring Brake Mower
Bracket Arm Idler 42"
Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Carriage Idler
Spring Extension
Spring Return Idler
Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc
Washer 9f32x3/4x16Ga.
Bracket Clutch
Cable Clutch 42 In
Washer Flat 3/8" Type B
Spring Retainer
Spring Retention Lever
Spacer
R_:I Clutch
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8
Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16Unc x 1-3/4
Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key
Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)
Mower Deck, Complete (Standard
Deck, Order Separately Mulcher
Plate and Gauge Wheel
Components, Key Nos. 101-106
and 111-121)

All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270913
PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL

NUMBER 206-545C

35A

5O
18
4

157

4_
79

NUMBERS

HERE

TRACTOR

- MODEL NUMBER

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

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

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

778368

15
17
18
20
21
22
25
25A
26
27
28
29

778370
786188
786102
792077A
792078
792079
792073A
792177
792125
792035
788040
780072

29A

780160

29B

780051

29C
30

780199
780108

780001

31A

780195

32
34
35
35A
36
37
38

788083
780194
780193
780197
790075
790007
799021

917.270913

NUMBER 206-545C

DESCRIPTION
Transaxle Cover
Needle Bearing 5/8"
Transaxle Case
Countershaft
Output Shaft
Spur Gear (38 teeth)
Spur Gear (15 teeth)
Spur Gear (11 teeth)
Shift Key
Woodruff Key #9
Shift Collar
Shift Rod & Fork
Bevel Gear (30 teeth)
Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)
Bevel Gear (13 teeth)
(Include. 14)
Bevel Pinion (13 teeth)
(Include. 13)
Ring Gear (43 teeth)
Ddve Pin
Spacer 1,130 X .695
Ball 5/16" dia
Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8"
Spring .310 OD x ,625 L
Screw 1/4 - 20x 1-1/4"
Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8"
Retaining Ring (pkg of 2)
Retaining Ring
Retaining Ring
Thrust Washer
.627 ID x .031W
Thrust Washer
.762 ID x .031W
Thrust Washer
,762 ID x .031W
Anti-Rotation Washer .632
Cup Washer
1.127 IDx .032W
Flat Washer ,750 ID x .056W
(Use As Needed)
Flat Washer
.750 ID x ,062W
Oil Seal 5/8"
Bushing .563
Flanged Bushing 5 / 8" ID
Flanged Bushing .751
Brake Disk
Brake Pad Plate
Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

39
40

786026
792076A

41A
42
42A
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
56
57
58
59
60
61
65

790079
792073A
792085A
792075
790025
786066
786086
774690
774691
778356
778338
778354
778352
778350
778346
778355
778337
778353
778351
778349
778345
780189

66
67
69
70
71
71B
76

776422
776396
792170
786187
788069
788092
780090

77
79
82

788078A
792144
778333

83
85
87
150
157
180
900

778338
792154
788089A
788093A
788088A
7302_.29A
794712

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
DowelPin
Flat Washer
.312 ID x .059W
BrakeLever
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"
Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"
Locknut 5 / 16 - 24
Brake Pad Holder
Spacer .2625 x 1.0
Brake Lever Bracket
Axle (11-15/16" Long)
Axle (16 - 1/2" long)
SpurGear (29 teeth)
SpurGear (27 teeth)
SpurGear (23 teeth)
SpurGear (19 teeth)
SpurGear (16 teeth)
SpurGear (15 teeth)
SpurGear (11 teeth)
SpurGear (13 teeth)
SpurGear (17 teeth)
SpurGear (21 teeth)
SpurGear (24 teeth)
SpurGear (25 teeth)
Flat Washer
.563 ID x .062W
InputShaft
Shifter& BrakeShaft
RetainingRing
Spacer .890
SquareCut Ring
"O"Ring
Flat Washer
1.128 ID x .058W
InvertedRetainingRing
Spring.430 OD x .5000 L
Bevel & SpurGear (30 & 13
teeth)
Spur Gear (27 teeth)
Oil Fill Plug
Oil Seal 9 / 16"
LiquidGasket RTV Silicone
Oil Seal 3/4"
Gear Oil 80W90
ReplacementMST
206-545C Transaxle

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

TRACTOR

- MODEL

NUMBER

917.270913

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E3

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783

1051

310_

803

697
797

544
801

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332
165

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270913
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707, TYPE NUMBER2631-E3
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3
4
5
5A
7
7A
8
9
10
11
12

498583
399265
391086
493304
493457
493458
271867
271868
495754
27803
690334
280225
273390
271188
271189

12A 272645
13
94565
15
94239
16
690636
18
495901
19
399264
20
291675
22
693972
22A 94724
23
491180
24
222698
25
498584
498585
498586
498587
26
394959
394960
394961
394962
27
691299
28
498319
498320
29
394306
397158
32
691133
33
390420
34
261528
35
65906
36
26828
40
221596
40A 292260
42
494553
45
261368
46
692857
47
393415
48
499945
50
213290
51
271412
51A 270884
54
93208
73
691438
75
225307
78
691134
91
693483
95
690718
97
693485

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART
NO, NO.

Cylinder Assembly
Bushing

98
102

Seal-Oil
Engine Sump
Head-Cylinder #1
Head-Cylinder #2
-_4, Gasket-Cylinder Head #1
• .Gasket-Cylinder Head #2
Breather Assembly
._-t Gasket-Breather
Screw (Breather Cover)
Tube-Breather
Gasket-Crankcase (.015
Thick)
-k Gasket-Crankcase (.005
Thick)
Gasket-Crankcase (.009
Thick)
Crankcase Gasket
Screw (Cylinder Head)
Oil Drain Plug (Square
Socket)
Crankshaft
Cover-Crankcase
Bushing
-_ Seal-Oil
Screw (Engine Sump),
Screw (Crankcase Cover)
Flywheel
Key-Flywheel
Piston Assembly (Standard)
Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.)
Piston Assembly (.020 O,S.)
Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.)
Ring Set (Standard)
Ring Set (.010 O.S.)
Ring Set (.020 O.S.)
Ring Set (.030 O.S.)
Lock-Piston Pin
PLn-Piston (Standard)
Pin-Piston (.005 O.S.)
Rod-Connecting (Standard)
Rod-Conn. (.020 Undersize)
Screw (Connecting Rod)
Valve-Exhaust
Valve-Intake
Spring-Valve (Intake)
Spring-Valve (Exhaust)
Retainer-Valve
Retainer-Valve (Exhaust)
Keeper-Valve
Tappet-Valve
Camshaft
Oil Slinger
Short Block%
Manifold-Intake
-k• Gasket-Intake
_+ Gasket-Intake
Screw (Intake Manifold)
Screen-Rotating
Washer (Flywheel)
Screw (Rotating Screen)
Upper Carburetor Body
Screw (Throttle Valve)
Shaft-Throttle

807923
693509

104
105
107
108
109
117

693506
692078
693482
693505
693498
693507
693499
119 690720
121
122
125
130
133
146
147
161
163
165
186
187

693503
281411
693480
693504
693512
94196
693508
691401
271411
693148
230318
499167

188
197
202
203
205
209

94930
690364
690570
493230
690322
691273

211
212

261563
693544

DESCRIPTION
Idle Speed Kit
Gasket-Carburetor Body

•
:

Pin-Float
Hinge
Valve- Float
Needle
Lower Carburetor Body
Valve-Choke
Shaft-Choke
Jet-Main (Standard)
Jet-Main (High Altitude)
Screw (Upper Body To Lower
Body)
Carburetor Overhaul Kit
Spacer-Carburetor
Carburetor
Valve-Throttle
Float-Carburetor
Key-Timing
Jet-Pilot
Base-Air Cleaner
_•Gasket-Air
Cleaner
Nut (Ring Gear)
Connector-Hose
Line-Fuel (Cut to Required
Length)
Screw (Control Bracket)
Screw (Back Plate)
Link-Mechanical Governor
Bell Crank
Screw (Bell Crank)
Spring-Governor
Spring-Gov.
Throttle
Link Idler

212A 690571
219 394348

Throttle Link
Gear-Governor

220
222

690412
691366

Washer
(Governor Gear)
Bracket-Control

227
231
235
240
267
276
276A
276B
278

690762
690718
691206
394358
690316
271013
693497
693510
692810

279
297

690366
94289

Lever-Governor Control
Screw (Choke Valve)
Shield-Fuel Spray
Filter-Fuel
Screw (Casing Clamp)
Washer-Sealing
Washer-Sealing
Washer-Sealing
Washer (Governor Control
Lever)
Screw (Valve Cover)
Nut (Air Filter Retainer)

304

495587

Housing-Blower

RPM Settings:
_
•
_.
+

Low Speed: 1900-2100
High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref
Number 358.
Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ref
Number 121.
Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref
Number 1095.
Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number 861.

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

TRACTOR

- MODEL

NUMBER

917.270913

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E,
KEY PART
NO. NO.
305
306
306A
307
309
310
311
332
333

690960
690414
690435
94930
497596
690323
497608
230674
394891

DESCRIPTION

Screw (Blower Housing)
Shield-Cylinder
Shield-Cylinder
Screw (Cylinder Shield)
Motor-Starter
Bolt (Starter Motor)
Brush Set
Nut(Flywheel)
Armature-Magneto (Magne
tron)
334 691061
Screw (Magneto Armature)
337 802592
Plug-Spark
358 495868
Engine Gasket Set
359 691077
Washer (Ground Terminal)
365 690321
Screw (Carburetor)
373 90576
Nut (Ground Terminal)
383 89838
Wrench-Spark Plug
391 693487
Body-Fuel Pump
392 693491 O+ Spring-Pump Diaphragm
394 693489 O+ Diaphragm-Carburetor
394A 693488 O+ Diaphragm-Carburetor
395 690481
Valve Chamber Cover
404 690442
Washer (Governor Crank)
425 94823
Screw (Air Cleaner Cover)
432 693492 O+ Cap-Spring
434 693493
Cover-Diaphragm
435 693494
Screw (Diaphragm Cover)
441 691176
Bracket-Oil Fill
445 394019
Filter-Air
447 690297
Screw (Air Guide Cover)
449 94882
Screw (Oil Fill Bracket)
474 393474
Alternator (Dual Circuit)
505 92278
Nut (Governor Control Lever)
507 398525
Insulator
510 497606
Drive-Starter
513 398003
Clutch-Drive
520 691084
Ground Terminal
523 691385
Dipstick
524 280860-ADipstick'rubeSeal
525 690823
Dipstick Tube
544 497603
Armature-Starter
551 690415
Valve Cover
552 690552
Bushing-Governor Crank
552A 690553
Bushing-Governor Crank
562 690311
Bolt (Governor Control Lever)
573 690764
Plate-Back
601 95162
Clamp-Hose
615 93898
Retainer-Governor Shaft
616 491530
Crank-Governor
629 262539
Spring.Throttle Return
635 66538
Boot-Spark Plug
643 496700
Retainer-Air Filter
689 690555
Spring-Friction
691 690657 _ Seal-Governor Shaft
695 693149
Screw (Ring Gear)
697 690372
Screw (Drive Cap)
726 391362
Gear-Ring
741 691277
Gear-Timing
742 94296
Retainer-E-Ring

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

Gear-Pinion
Harness-Wiring
Nut (Starter Terminal)
Nut (Starter Terminal)
Cap-Drive
Cap-End
Housing-Starter
Spacer (Throttle Shaft)
,A- Dipstick/Tube Seal
Dipstick/Tube Assembly
TerminaI-Sparkplug
tl+ Gasket-Carburetor Pump
Kit-Fuel Pump
Cover-Air Guide
Cover-Air Guide
•
SeaFValve
Seat-Valve (Intake)
Seat-Valve (Exhaust)
Bushing-Guide (Exhaust)
Bushing-Guide (intake)
Wire-Alternator
Hose-Vacuum (Cut to
Required Length)
934 94627
Screw (Fan Retainer)
Solenoid-Fuel
947 693495
955 693513
Plug-Carburetor
Filter-Air
967 272490
968 691207
Cover-Air Cleaner
971 691100
Screw (Air Cleaner Base)
1005 498157
Fan-Flywheel
Retainer-Fan
1006 691247
Label Kit
1019 496726
Label-Emission
1036 694979
1051 263080
Ring-Retaining
Owner's Manual
1058 274279
Retainer-Brush
1090 497605
Gasket Set-Valve
1095 498047
Screw (Alternator)
1119 93621
1132 690353
Screw (Oil Slinger)
1136 690329
,Screw (High Speed Control)
1137 690390
Washer (High Speed Control)
1138 690330
Nut (High Speed Control)
460707-2637-E2 Replacement Engine

783
789
797
797A
801
802
803
807
842
847
851
859
861
865
865A
868
869
870
871

693059
695050
94010
693167
394860
497607
691427
693511
271170
495715
493880
693490
693502
691196
691197
497212
261463
262924
261961
231218
877 393456
918 393815

RPM Settings:

tl
•
+

Low Speed: 1900-2100
High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref
Number 358.
Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ref
Number 121.
Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref
Number 1095.
Included in Fue_ Pump Kit, Ref Number 86!

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

oUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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SIGHTING
GUIDE

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NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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