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Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN+

19.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.270913

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates differently

from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read

and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pro, Mon- Sat

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

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

Warranty ................... %........................... 2

Safety Rules ............. ._........................... 3

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

Assembly ............................................... 7

Operation ............................................ 10

Maintenance Schedule ....................... 17

Maintenance ....................................... 17

Service and Adjustments .................... 21

Storage ............................................... 27

Troubleshooting .................................. 28

Repair Parts ........................................ 32

Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY 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 con-

tained in the owner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your

nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge

will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-

HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-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

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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. F3ilure to observe the

following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious

injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which car

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back

up the slope or if you feet uneasy on it, do

not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

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•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.

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.

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_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal 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.

_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.

_RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

!OIL TYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

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

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

GAP: .030") OR J19LM

VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .007"-.009"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1sT 1,2

2N° 1.5

3R° 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.4

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN, CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependabili-

ty and performance.

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 maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through-

your nearest authorized service center

(See REPAIR PARTS section of this

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Steering

Wheel insert

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

Steering Wheel

'\jJ//

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

_ Steering Wheel

f L I ,Adapter

Q

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft

Boot ©

Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x12 Gauge

_(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Keys

(2) Keys Slope Sheet

Video Cassette

"1

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 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 TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes in

extension and lower shafts and install 5/

16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten

securely.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

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.

•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

-_'/ /3/8 Hex Bolt

_318Lockwasher

.-_ La ge Flat

/'_z_ 'L \ " Washer

Steering __ Steering

Wheel g/Boot

Extension _. ///

Shaft _ v_..

"__ Adapter

u, - _ ".'_" Hex Bolt

Lower ," _- "_-:"

Steering _ _ ,'" "'

Shaft "_'_ _)_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 MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging instructions).

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.,r _i

., Label

,," ,.

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INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

•Pivot seat upward and remove from the

cardboard packing. Remove the

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

\

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

_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

(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.

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_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 OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional grass

catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were 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

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts

are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

v' CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you 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 operat-

ing condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

nxn

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

!

MOWER LIFT

RNHL

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE

OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locationsof

various controlsand adjustments, Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment Light

Clutch Lever Ignition Switch

Ammeter Switch

Choke Control Lift Lever

Plunger

Throttle

Control

Clutch/

Brake

Pedal

AEachment

Lift Lever

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 (-).

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over

spectacles, or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

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 "EN-

GAGED" 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 Position

"Disengaged"

Position

STOPPING

Geamhiff

Lever

"Brake"

Position

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

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 posi-

tion.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

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TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches during

hot months. For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after

moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over

6inches 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 appropri-

ate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer,

and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel _" "_"

Mountin

Bracket

3/8-16 Locknut

3/8 Washer Shoulder

Gauge Wheel _ Bolt

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

_,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

Low

Position Position

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.

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TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy of

a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainten-

ance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainten-

ance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

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

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

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.

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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 "DISEN-

GAGED" 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.

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.

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.

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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 distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower 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.

f

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 perpendicu-

lar 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

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

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TInterlockSystems

RCheck for Loose Fasteners I_

cA Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

TLubrication Chart

0Check Baltery Level

a Clean Batteryand Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

E Clean Air Filter

NClean Air Screen

GInspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

EClean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

•Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation,

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

Bearing ,-.

Zerk _

Engi ,n/e__/L--

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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-lubricat-

ing bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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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

•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. 18

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

Trailinc UPBlade Center

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 _ _

7'_: /Blade

or Pin _,

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, 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 manu-

al).

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

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

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 GRADES

._0' 20" .10' 0 _ 10_ 20, 30 _

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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

Oil D

Plug

Oil Fill

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with awire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

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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).

Top Air Gui_.,

Engine Cooling ",

Fins

Air Guide

Cover

(Both

Sides) A

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

•Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil,

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

•Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

• Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove 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).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

/_L_ Cover

Knob

Win Nut _ Cartridge

g _'-__ Plate

Foam

Pre-Cleaner _

_ Cartridge

Air Scre_

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are shown

in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp Clamp

_ Filter

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CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water 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 "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

•Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

• Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out of

bracket.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch Spl

•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 dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Retainer S

Anti-Swa'

Collar

Link

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing Guide

Large Retainer Spring 21

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom Edge _ Bottom Edge

of Mower to/-_ ___/_-_of Mower to

Ground \ I in_l IGround

Suspension

Arm

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so that

the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

Nut "F"

mrt

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT (See Illustration Next Page)

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

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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 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.

, Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

• Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around engine

pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine

Pulley

Clutching

Idler

Stationary J

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.

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Gearshift Lever Neutral

Lock Gate

Adjustment

Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of this

manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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.

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has •

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS •

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

I

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

Retaining

Ring

Axle Cover

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" (+) "Negative" (-)

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REPLACING 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

Cable

Terminal Negative

Guard . (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedures.

iJH°°d

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 non-

road engine repair establishment or

individual. Warranty repairs must be

performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

• Check that swivel is against side of

quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable

clamp screw and pull cable back until

swivel is against quartem"circle. Tighten

cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

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• 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 adjust-

ment, 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 (counter-

clockwise) 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 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.

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 (counterclock-

wise) 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 (counter-

clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department, which has

proper equipment and experience to make

any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

Idle Mixture

Screw

-Throttle Lever

Idle Speed

Screw _

Throttle

Lever Mixture

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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 disconnect-

ed and place cables where they cannot

come in contact with battery terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that 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 condensa-

tion to form and cause your tractor to

rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Willnotstart

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

•Out of fuel,

• Engine not"CHOKED"

properly.

• Engine flooded.

Engine clicks but

will not start

•Bad spark plug.

•Dirty air filter.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

• Engine valves out of ad-

justment.

• Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

• Engine valves out of ad-

justment,

• Clutch/brake pedal not de-

pressed.

• Attachment clutch is en-

gaged.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

• Corroded battery termi-

nals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery termi-

nals.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank,

• See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

• Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

•Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel fil-

ter.

•Check all wiring.

• See 'qo Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment

clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition

switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Recharge or replace battery.

•Clean battery terminals.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

=ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine clicks but •Loose or damaged wiring. •Check all wiring.

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

(cont'd) starter.

Loss of power •Cutting too much grass/ •

too fast.

•Throttle in "CHOKE" posi- •

tion.

•Build-up of grass, leaves •

and trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter. •

• Low oil level/dirty oil. •

• Faulty spark plug. •

• Dirty fuel filter. •

• Stale or dirty fuel. •

•Water in fuel. •

• Spark plug wire loose. •

•Dirty engine air screen/ •

fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler. •

• Loose or damaged wiring. •

•Carburetor out of adjust- •

ment.

• Engine valves out of ad- •

justment.

• Worn, bent or loose blade. •

• Bent blade mandrel. •

• Loose/damaged part(s). •

• Faulty operator-safety •

presence control system.

• Worn, bent or loose blade. •

• Mower deck not level. •

• Buildup of grass, leaves, •

and trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel. •

Excessive vibration

Engine continues

to run when opera-

tor leaves seat with

attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gaso-

line and replace fuel filter.

Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

Clean engine air screen/fins.

Clean/replace muffler.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

Replace blade mandrel.

Tighten loose part(s). Re-

place damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center.

Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

Level mower deck.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Replace blade mandrel.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSEPROBLEM

Poor cut -uneven

(cont'd)

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass dis-

charge

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.

CORRECTION

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in

Headlight(s) not •

working (if so •

equipped)

Battery will not

charge •

• Travel speed too fast. •

•Wet grass. •

"FAST" position.

Shift to slower speed.

Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

• Mower deck not level. •

•Low/uneven tire air pres- I •

sure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade. ,•

• Buildup of grass, leaves I

and trash under mower. •

Level mower deck.

Check tires for proper air

pressure.

Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

Clean underside of mower

• Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly in-

stalled.

• Improper blades used.

housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

• Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed in

Engine "backfires"

when turning en-

gine "OFF"

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Switch is "OFF". •

Bulb(s) burned out. •

Faulty light switch. •

Loose or damaged wiring. •

Blown fuse. •

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections. •

Faulty regulator (if so •

equipped).

Faulty alternator. •

Engine throttle control not •

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

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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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270913

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(OPTIONAL)

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(PEDAL UP)

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CHARGING sysTEM OUTPUT

3 AMP OC O3600 RPM

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

2eVOLTS AC MINO 3600 RRM

(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE*'

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGPFF B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START 3+ S + A1 NONE

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID _

(IF SO EQUIPPED) r FID f _

ORANGE "LIGHTING SYSTEM OLPrpuT ALTERNATOR i5AMpAC@3600RPM_, DIODE I _TOR ]l

14 VOLTS AC MIN @3600 NpM (LIGHTS OFF)

BROWN

HEADLIGHTS

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NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

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.

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270913

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1163465 Battery 12 VOLT 28 AMP

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

8 7603J Case Battery

10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In

19 Std551125 Washer Lock 1/4

21 166182 Harness Light Socket (W/4152j)

22 4152J Bulb Light #1156

24 4799J Cable Battery

25 146148 Cable Battery

26 166180 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 145491 Cable Ground

29 121305X Switch Seat

30 163968 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman

40 170217 Harness Ign

41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x1/2

42 131563 Cover Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

45 12t433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

55 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270913

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169830

2169061

317060612

5 155272

9 168337X013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 169117X010

17 144983X558

18 126938X

20 156437

23 124028X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 156725X558

29 155217X599

30 164918X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 169834

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

58 140547

60 STD533707

64 154798

74 STD541437

1t4 158112

115 17060620

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

159 155123X428

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17670608

211 145212

212 165919

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NOTE:

Chassis Assembly

Drawbar

Screw 3/8-16 x3/4

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

All component dimensions given in U, S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62

Peerless 206-545C 63

2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 64

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 65

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 66

5 121520X Strap, Torque 70

6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 72

8 165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 74

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 75

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 76

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr. 8 77

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 78

18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1 Gr 5 79

19 STD541437 Nut 80

21 106933X Knob 81

22 130804 Rod, Brake 82

24 STD541237 Nut 83

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 84

26 STD551037 Washer 85

27 STD561210 Pin 89

28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 90

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 96

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 112

31 127275X Keeper, Belt, L.H. 113

32 STD523107 Bolt 116

34 155071 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 145

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 150

36 STD551062 Washer 151

37 STD571810 Roll Pin 156

38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 158

39 STD523727 Bolt 159

40 4470J Spacer, Split .395 x .59 161

41 165838 Keeper, Belt, Idler 162

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga. 163

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 164

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Dr,,,Stl 165

49 t 23205X Retainer, Belt 166

50 STD523715 Bolt !68

51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC 169

52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC 170

53 105710X Link, Clutch 197

55 105709X Spring, Clutch Return 198

56 STD523712. Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16x 1-1/4 202

57 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive 204

58 127274X Keeper, Belt, R.H.

59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span NOTE:

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

DESCRIPTION

8883R Cover, Pedal

140186 Pulley, Engine

71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5

STD551143 Washer

154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof

134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.

19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

137057 Spacer, Axle

121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865

121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga

STD580025 Key Woodruff

145090 Arm, Shift

165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 650 20

165711 Spring, Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

166231 Link Transaxle

150360 Nut, Nylock

158391X428 Console, Shift, STLT

124346X Nut, Self-Thding, Wsh Hd 1/4

STD624003 Retainer Spring 1"

19091210

127285X

72110610

74490540

165850

19133210

166002

165589

165494

72140406

73680400

74780416

19091010

165623

166880

165492

165580

165849

169613

169593

72110612

17060516

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

A[Icomponentdimensions givenin U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 169840

4 169839

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 169832

11 STD551137

!3 136518

15 145212

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 74780520

62 167902

63 STD523710

65 160367

66 154404

67 72110618

68 169827

79 19132012

80 74950612

82 169835

85 133835

NOTE:

Steering Wheel

Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

Spindle Assembly, L.H.

Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

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

Ring, Klip

Bearing, Steering Column

Draglink

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Bearing, Axle

Nut, Hexflange Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Screw Hex Wshhd Torx

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pin

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

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

Gripco Nut

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Shaft

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

Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

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

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

Kit Steedng Asm Service

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

Spacer Axle

Beadng Arm Pittman

Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/6-16 x 2-1/4

Axle, Brace

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

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

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastner Christmas Tree

All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1162152

217720410

3

4 149723

5 144069

6144068

7 138129

8 150176

10 145552

11 STD551125

12 STD522507

13 165287

14 13280336

15 13200300

16 STD551237

17 17490624

23 169837

25 145996

26 73920600

27 152927

29 137180

31 157103

32 161696

33 123487X

34 106082X

37 8543R

38 .......

39 109227X

45 17060612

81 128861

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 inU. S.

inches 1inch= 25/4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 140123

2 140551

371110616

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 155925

11 166369

12 121246X

25

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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

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PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY

NO.

13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id

14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

15 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

22 STD541431 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

24 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch =25/4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156439

2165392

3 171696

4171697

5163207

6 133644

7 163259

8171808

9 163204

11 156368

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO.

Decal, Fender Danger Sears 13 146046

Decal, Engine 15 160396

Decal, Hood, R.H, 19 138047

Decal, Hood, L.H. 20 166887

Decal, Fender 22 149516

Decal, Maintenance - - 138311

Decal, Panel Dash B&S - - 165800X428

Decal, Rplcmnt - - 165799X428

Decal, Fender, Craftsman Gold - - 174437

Decal, Fender STLT Oper Inst E/S - - 174438

DESCRIPTION

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 AND TIRES

4,10

3,0

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

65139 Stem, Valve

106222X Tire, Front

59904 Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only

t06732X427 Rim. Front

278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Onl,

9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

106108X427 Rim, Rear

122082X Tire, Rear

7t 52J Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only

11 104767X Cap, Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

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19

13

19

20

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20

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly

2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing, Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red

11 139865 Link, Lift, L.H.

12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link, Front

16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

17 130171 Trunnion

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

19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 140302 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Special

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch =25/4 mm

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MOWER DECK

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

2STD533107 Bolt 67 149846 Knob Custom Oval

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 68 144959 V-Belt

Front 92 STD541437 Nut

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 101 136420 Mulcher Cover

5 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 102 71161010 Screw

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 103 19061216 Washer #10

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 104 STD551110 Washer, Lock

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 105 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 106 2029J Nut, Weld

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 111 155197 Bracket, Gauge, WheelL.H.

12 129895 Bearing, Ball 112 155198 Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 113 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

(Includes Key Number 12) 114 STD541431 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 115 72110504 Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 116 4898H Bolt, Shoulder

16 140329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 117 165746 Wheel, Gauge

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 118 73930600 Nut, Centedock 3/8-16

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 119 BTD551037 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 121 143723 Bracket

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 128 153390 Washer Felt

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 129 19131312 Washer13!32 x13/16 x12 Ga.

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve Gr. 5

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 131 STD533710 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1

26 110452X Nut, Push 142 165890 Arm Spring Brake Mower

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idler 42"

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat

30 157722 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 146 165891 Bolt Carriage Idler

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 147 131335 Spring Extension

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 148 169022 Spring Return Idler

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 149 165898 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

34 STD533717 Bolt 150 19091216 Washer 9f32x3/4x16Ga.

35 133835 Fastner, Christmas Tree 151 169670 Bracket Clutch

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Fiat 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42 In

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 153 169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Gauge 154 169675 Spring Retainer

40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 155 169671 Spring Retention Lever

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 156 169672 Spacer

45 STD624003 Retainer 157 169669 R_:I Clutch

46 137729 Screw, Thd. ROll 1/4-20 x 5/8 158 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 159 STD533717 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16Unc x 1-3/4

49 155066 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower - - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)

51 STD541410 Lockeut -- 169583 Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Deck, Order Separately Mulcher

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Plate and Gauge Wheel

54 133943 Washer, Hardened Components, Key Nos. 101-106

55 155046 Arm, Idler and 111-121)

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

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83

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2O

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PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1772147 Transaxle Cover 39 786026

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 40 792076A

3 770128 Transaxle Case

4 776395 Countershaft 41A 790079

5 776409 Output Shaft 42 792073A

6778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 42A 792085A

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 43 792075

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 44 790025

8 792180 Shift Key 45 786066

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 46 786086

9784352 Shift Collar 47 774690

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 48 774691

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 49 778356

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 50 778338

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) 51 778354

(Include. 14) 52 778352

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350

(Include. 13) 54 778346

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 56 778355

17 786188 Ddve Pin 57 778337

18 786102 Spacer 1,130 X .695 58 778353

20 792077A Ball 5/16" dia 59 778351

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 -16 x 3/8" 60 778349

22 792079 Spring .310 OD x ,625 L 61 778345

25 792073A Screw 1/4 -20x 1-1/4" 65 780189

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8"

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 66 776422

27 792035 Retaining Ring 67 776396

28 788040 Retaining Ring 69 792170

29 780072 Thrust Washer 70 786187

.627 ID x .031W 71 788069

29A 780160 Thrust Washer 71B 788092

.762 ID x .031W 76 780090

29B 780051 Thrust Washer

,762 ID x .031W 77 788078A

29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .632 79 792144

30 780108 Cup Washer 82 778333

1.127 IDx .032W

31 780001 Flat Washer ,750 ID x .056W 83 778338

(Use As Needed) 85 792154

31A 780195 Flat Washer 87 788089A

.750 ID x ,062W 150 788093A

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 157 788088A

34 780194 Bushing .563 180 7302_.29A

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 /8" ID 900 794712

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing .751

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

DESCRIPTION

DowelPin

FlatWasher

.312 ID x .059W

BrakeLever

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

Screw 1/4 - 20 x2 1/4"

Locknut 5/16 - 24

BrakePad Holder

Spacer.2625 x 1.0

BrakeLeverBracket

Axle(11-15/16" Long)

Axle(16 - 1/2" long)

SpurGear (29 teeth)

SpurGear (27 teeth)

SpurGear (23 teeth)

SpurGear (19 teeth)

SpurGear (16teeth)

SpurGear (15teeth)

SpurGear (11teeth)

SpurGear (13teeth)

SpurGear (17teeth)

SpurGear (21teeth)

SpurGear (24teeth)

SpurGear (25teeth)

FlatWasher

.563 ID x .062W

InputShaft

Shifter& BrakeShaft

RetainingRing

Spacer.890

SquareCut Ring

"O"Ring

FlatWasher

1.128 ID x .058W

InvertedRetainingRing

Spring.430 OD x .5000 L

Bevel& SpurGear (30 & 13

teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Oil FillPlug

Oil Seal 9 /16"

LiquidGasketRTV Silicone

Oil Seal 3/4"

Gear Oil80W90

ReplacementMST

206-545C Transaxle

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1498583

2 399265

3391086

4 493304

5 493457

5A 493458

7 271867

7A 271868

8 495754

9 27803

10 690334

11 280225

12 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

Cylinder Assembly 98 807923 Idle Speed Kit

Bushing 102 693509 • Gasket-Carburetor Body

Seal-Oil 104 693506 :Pin-Float Hinge

Engine Sump 105 692078 Valve- Float Needle

Head-Cylinder #1 107 693482 Lower Carburetor Body

Head-Cylinder #2 108 693505 Valve-Choke

-_4, Gasket-Cylinder Head #1 109 693498 Shaft-Choke

• .Gasket-Cylinder Head #2 117 693507 Jet-Main (Standard)

Breather Assembly 693499 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

._-t Gasket-Breather 119 690720 Screw (Upper Body To Lower

Screw (Breather Cover) Body)

Tube-Breather 121 693503 Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Gasket-Crankcase (.015 122 281411 Spacer-Carburetor

Thick) 125 693480 Carburetor

-k Gasket-Crankcase (.005 130 693504 Valve-Throttle

Thick) 133 693512 Float-Carburetor

Gasket-Crankcase (.009 146 94196 Key-Timing

Thick) 147 693508 Jet-Pilot

Crankcase Gasket 161 691401 Base-Air Cleaner

Screw (Cylinder Head) 163 271411 _•Gasket-Air Cleaner

Oil Drain Plug (Square 165 693148 Nut (Ring Gear)

Socket) 186 230318 Connector-Hose

Crankshaft 187 499167 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Cover-Crankcase Length)

Bushing 188 94930 Screw (Control Bracket)

-_ Seal-Oil 197 690364 Screw (Back Plate)

Screw (Engine Sump), 202 690570 Link-Mechanical Governor

Screw (Crankcase Cover) 203 493230 Bell Crank

Flywheel 205 690322 Screw (Bell Crank)

Key-Flywheel 209 691273 Spring-Governor

Piston Assembly (Standard)

Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) 211 261563 Spring-Gov. Idler

212 693544 Throttle Link

Piston Assembly (.020 O,S.)

Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.) 212A 690571 Throttle Link

219 394348 Gear-Governor

Ring Set (Standard)

Ring Set (.010 O.S.) 220 690412 Washer (Governor Gear)

222 691366 Bracket-Control

Ring Set (.020 O.S.)

Ring Set (.030 O.S.) 227 690762 Lever-Governor Control

231 690718 Screw (Choke Valve)

Lock-Piston Pin 235 691206 Shield-Fuel Spray

PLn-Piston (Standard) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

Pin-Piston (.005 O.S.) 267 690316 Screw (Casing Clamp)

Rod-Connecting (Standard) 276 271013 Washer-Sealing

Rod-Conn. (.020 Undersize) 276A 693497 _ Washer-Sealing

Screw (Connecting Rod) 276B 693510 Washer-Sealing

Valve-Exhaust 278 692810 Washer (Governor Control

Valve-Intake Lever)

Spring-Valve (Intake) 279 690366 Screw (Valve Cover)

Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 297 94289 Nut (Air Filter Retainer)

Retainer-Valve

Retainer-Valve (Exhaust) 304 495587 Housing-Blower

Keeper-Valve RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

Tappet-Valve High Speed: 3000-3200

Camshaft

Oil Slinger _ Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref

Short Block% Number 358.

Manifold-Intake • Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Ref

-k• Gasket-Intake Number 121.

_+ Gasket-Intake _. Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref

Screw (Intake Manifold) Number 1095.

Screen-Rotating + Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number 861.

Washer (Flywheel)

Screw (Rotating Screen) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

Upper Carburetor Body inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Screw (Throttle Valve)

Shaft-Throttle

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270913

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

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

305 690960 Screw (Blower Housing) 783 693059

306 690414 Shield-Cylinder 789 695050

306A 690435 Shield-Cylinder 797 94010

307 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167

309 497596 Motor-Starter 801 394860

310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 802 497607

311 497608 Brush Set 803 691427

332 230674 Nut(Flywheel) 807 693511

333 394891 Armature-Magneto (Magne 842 271170

tron) 847 495715

334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature) 851 493880

337 802592 Plug-Spark 859 693490

358 495868 Engine Gasket Set 861 693502

359 691077 Washer (Ground Terminal) 865 691196

365 690321 Screw (Carburetor) 865A 691197

373 90576 Nut (Ground Terminal) 868 497212

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 869 261463

391 693487 Body-Fuel Pump 870 262924

392 693491 O+ Spring-Pump Diaphragm 871 261961

394 693489 O+ Diaphragm-Carburetor 231218

394A 693488 O+ Diaphragm-Carburetor 877 393456

395 690481 Valve Chamber Cover 918 393815

404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank)

425 94823 Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) 934 94627

432 693492 O+ Cap-Spring 947 693495

434 693493 Cover-Diaphragm 955 693513

435 693494 Screw (Diaphragm Cover) 967 272490

441 691176 Bracket-Oil Fill 968 691207

445 394019 Filter-Air 971 691100

447 690297 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 1005 498157

449 94882 Screw (Oil Fill Bracket) 1006 691247

474 393474 Alternator (Dual Circuit) 1019 496726

505 92278 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 1036 694979

507 398525 Insulator 1051 263080

510 497606 Drive-Starter 1058 274279

513 398003 Clutch-Drive 1090 497605

520 691084 Ground Terminal 1095 498047

523 691385 Dipstick 1119 93621

524 280860-A- Dipstick'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

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)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

Solenoid-Fuel

Plug-Carburetor

Filter-Air

Cover-Air Cleaner

Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

Fan-Flywheel

Retainer-Fan

Label Kit

Label-Emission

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Retainer-Brush

Gasket Set-Valve

Screw (Alternator)

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

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref

Number 358.

tl 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

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ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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