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Owner's Manual

CRIIFTSMAN+

20.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No

917.270963

•Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety Rules

and Instructionsbefore operat-

ing thisequipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon - Sat

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

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

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

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

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

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

Operation ............................................ 11

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

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

Service and Adjustments .................... 22

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

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

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

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. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, 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 matedal 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. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you

cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as recks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and

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

machine 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 aclosed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never temper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage, Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

tO wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing

them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-

just and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other •Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

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 end when backing, look

behind end down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obsta-

cles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope,

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

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_Look, for this symbol to point o_ impor-

tant saroty precautions. It means L_F_U-

TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!T YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED,

d_eCA.UTION: In order to prevent.acci-

nta_ starting wnen semng up, _rans°

porting, adjusting or making repairs al-

ways disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

ACAUTION: Do not coast down ahill in

neutral, you may lose control of the trac-

tor.

_I,CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommenaed by ana comp=y

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest pos-

sible speed when on a slope. Too heavy

of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

Tiros can lose traction with the ground

and cause you to lose control of your trac-

tor.

_,WARN.ING: The engi.ne exha.ust from

this proauct contains chemicals Known

to the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30

API-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

(GAP: .030") RJ19LM OR J19LM

VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006"

ADJUSTMENT EXHAUST: .007"-.009"

GROUND FORWARD: 5.5

SPEED (MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BAI-I'E RY: 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 depend-

ability 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

ASears 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 intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-coverod, 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 opera-

tor.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest authodzed service

center/department (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

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Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel

Adapter

O

Steering

Sleeve

Wheel

Insert

Iteering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

rl -

(1) Lock

washer

3/8

(1) Large Flat

Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

Seat

@

(1)

Locknut

5/16-18

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x12 Gauge

(1) Knob

Keys Video Cassette Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

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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.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers

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

(1) 3/4" socket with (1) Tire pressure

drive ratchet 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 comers 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.

•Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove

any staples in skid that may puncture

tires where tractor is to roll off skid.

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.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

•Lift hood to raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY"

in Maintenance section of this manual

for charging instructions).

Label

/"-'-. }

"-*%..

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

•Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•Lower seat into operating position

and sit on seat.

•Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Shoulder Bolt

_. Seat Pan

NOTE: You may now roll or drive you

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropri-

ate instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR 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 freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmission

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

•Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

_kWARNING: 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.

•Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

•Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

•Release parking brake.

Seat

Flat Washer

Adjustment Knob 8

• Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

•Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER Posn'ION

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.

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.

_;IkCAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold

shield when attaching mulcher plate and

allow it to rest on plate while in opera-

tion.

Deflector-_-.

Shield

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 de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

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_' CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND

SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

J 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.

4 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.

,I Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

4 Engine oil is at proper level.

#' Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

J Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

J Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

,I It is important to purge the transmis-

sion before operating your tractor for

the first time. Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions

(See "TO START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual).

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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

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Choke

Thro_le

Clutch/

Brake

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Free Wheel

Control_

Attachment

Clutch Lever Ign_on

Switch

Ammeter ...

.. Light Switch

_ _Ve;er

Lift Lever

tg Brake Lever

MoUon

Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards

Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB -Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly

towing the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting

and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to

release attachment lift lever when

changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

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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.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

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 pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in =BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever

Choke "Engaged" Position

Control_ _,lgnition Key

Throttle_" ,X_.:_=//Position

Control-- ,=kingBrake

C ..,-TT---'k_ "',_'_', \v_,,"Engaged"

Disengaged"A_ \_. Control

Position Knob =Brake" Lever

STOPPING Pos_on

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

•Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use,

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition

switch in any position other than "OFF"

will cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTFLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging

and mower performance.

TO USE 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 disen-

gage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

•Release parking brake and clutch/

brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by

tuming the height adjustment knob in

desired direction.

•Turn knob clockwise (F_) to raise

cutting height.

•Tum knob counterclockwise (P_) to

lower cutting height.

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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

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 lock,nut and

tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

3/8-16 2,.'_-ff.,"-_"_ ,_i_

Locknut_._ _ __

Gauge _ _ _p_v _,_

Wheel S

Mounting __ '\\._

Bracket^_..._._

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.

•Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

•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 catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield place.

Attachment Clutch Lever "Engaged"

Position

Lever High

Position

.'::::'_ LOW

... Position

Position

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TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position. Free wheel control is

located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

•Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more

than two (2) MPH.

•To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope,

cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

A'n'ACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADDGASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do

not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

hess.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use

fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to

help insure good cold weather starting.

A, WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (catted gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions

for additional information. Never use

engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage may

occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel

from the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to 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.

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• 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 (50 °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 and

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.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

•Be sure the tractor is on level

ground.

• Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position.

•Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during

the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up

and may require the choke control be

pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor-

mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

•k CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure

will remove any trapped air inside the

transmission which may have developed

dudng shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

•Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

pos_ion, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

•Move motion control lever to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will

be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

•Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- oft engine and set

parking brake.

•Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

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•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

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

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly

move motion control lever to reverse

position. After the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N)

position. Repeat this procedure with

the motion control lever three (3)

times.

•Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. •After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively

high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give

the mower cutting performance as well

as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into

the grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest

engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpen-

dicular to the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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,LL,.

DATES

BB _lib

Check Brake Operation _

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Intedoc_ Systems

RCheck for Loose Fasteners V' 1#17 I_

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _l 4

T Lubrication Chart Of

0 Check Battery Level

R clean Battery and Terminsts I1_

Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension ll_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension V's

Check Engine Oil Level _

'Change Engine Oil _!3 '11#

E: clean Air Filter

NClean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler;Spark Arrester I_

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) I_1,=

Clean Engine Co_ing Fins Ik##2

Replace Spark P_ug _= ll_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter I II_

1 - Chenge mo_ often when operating undm aheavy load or in high ambient laraperatures. 5 - If 0quipbad with ad_Jstable system.

2 • Servic,e _often when operating in dirty or dusty condifio_s, 6 -Not requited if equipped with rnalnler_nce-ftee battery¸

3-if equipped with oil f_ter, change oil every 50 hours, 7 -Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft,*l_, maximum,

4 - P_pLe,ce tdsdes more oban when [t,owth.g in _ _, Do not overr_,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

Anew 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.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk Zerk

(_Front Wheel

Bearing

Zerk Bearing Zerk

-... -~.

(DGeneral Purpose Grease

_)Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubncated, 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

highestgear, then brake must be

adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or

insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in

the disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

•Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

•Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem-

bly, center hole in blade must align with

star on mandrel assembly.

•Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer 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

Trailing Edge Up

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer,

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_3_---Hex Bolt

*A Grade 8heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do net recommend sharpen-

ing 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 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 on to 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.

518"Bol_ .

•_aae

Center Hole _V_

BA'I-rERY

Your tractor has a battery charging

system which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend ,

its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE:The originalequipment 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 petro-

leum jelly•

•Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmi_ssion is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean

transaxle.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed atr or high pressure

sprayer to clean coohng fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

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 VISCOSIW GRAOES

TEMPE RATURIE RANGE ANTK_IPATED BEFORE NEXT C_ CH_NGIE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will 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

the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at =FULL" line on

dipstick.

Oil

Drain_ _Air S_:reen

Plug _ _

OIL Fdl Cap_

Dtpstsickr

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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.

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

Cover ..

EngineCooling

Fins

Air Guide Cover •

(Both Sides)

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.

Cover

Knob

Wing Cartridge

Foam Pre-

C

Air Screen

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler

and spark arrester (if equipped) as it

could create a fire hazard and/or

damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor,

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

ClFu_IPFi_Clamp

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CLEANING

i 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 short-

ened engine life.

CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

•Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

•Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

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.

• 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 Into 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.

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" sectien of this

manual). If tires are over or

undednflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

Retainer

Anti-Swa' Link

Sides)

Housing

Large Retainer Bracket

Spring 22

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tiros are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tiros are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

•At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

•If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE:Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom • ae of Bottom edge of

mowe °''ndd"

g '1J roundUne

QSuspension

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to

adjust both front links equally so mower

will stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front is approximately 118" to 112"

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. 23

•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 roar, 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 roar, tighten nut "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut _F_-._. 1 "E"

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor

on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

•Remove mower from tractor (See =TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley Idler

\

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the 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 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes t-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

UA"

Jam Nut

- Operating

Arm

Do not touch this nut. It further brake

adjustment is necessary contact your

nearest authorized service center/department

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.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around

engine pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine Pulley--

Clutching Idler '''_

Stationary Idler

Transmission

Input Pulley _

_ .... ]

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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

•Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that

position and turn engine off.

• While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move motion control lever to the

neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engine and test.

• If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest

authorized service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

•Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

•Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE" To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAUREPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual.

Retaining Ring

Washers

Axle

Cover

I

Square KeY/_'_"

(Rear Wheel Only)

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TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'I-rERY

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 MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emer-

gency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

•Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

!P

"Positive" (+) "Negative" (-)

REPLACING BATTERY

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.

Keps Nut

Terminal ...._:. .....

Access -_.--

Door _

Hex Bolt

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(Red)

Cable

Te -Negative (Black)

Guard Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

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 aircleaner

Hood Clamp Screw

Quarter _/

L "_ /_. "_ Headlight Wire Circle___._f_" _ _ "

"_ __ \Swivel

Choke Closed

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and

systems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at

the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable.

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever 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 quarter 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

described 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.

Choke

Lever

Casing

Clamp

Screw

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the mixture screw in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel

to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SE-I-[ING -

•Be sure you have aclean air filter, and '

the throttle control cable and choke

are adjusted properly (see above).

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•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 SET3"ING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

• With throttle control lever in slow

position, hold throttle lever against idle

speed screw and adjust idle speed

screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

•While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

screw In (clockwise) until engine

begins to die and then turn out

(counterclockwise) until engine runs

rough. Turn screw to a point midway

between those two positions.

• Continue to ho_d throttle lever against

idle speed screw and adjust idle

speed screw to obtain 900 to 1200

RPM. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture screw out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

=_ldlcer Speed

-.....Idle Mixture

Screw

Throttle

Lever

Idle Speed_

Screw_

Throttle

Lever _ _ _'_l_ldle Mixture

Screw

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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.

•1=CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an

open flame or spark. Allow the engine to

cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

aperiod of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of th_,s

manual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After aperiod of time in storage,

battery may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of

storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned

thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY

AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

]uUmdeposits from forming in essential

el system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels 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 m 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).

• Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from

dust and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with asuitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic, Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Willnotstart • Out of fuel.

• Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

•Engine flooded.

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

• Bad spark plug.

•Dirty air filter,

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Water in fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Service Adjustments

•Engine valves out of

adjustment,

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed

•Attachment clutch is

engaged.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Blown fuse.

•Corroded battery terminals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty ignition switch.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

•Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

•Fill fuel tank.

• See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

•Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

•Replace spark plug.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

section.

•Contact an authorized

service center/department.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Replace spark plug.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment clutch.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuse.

• Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

•Check]replace ignition switch.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

•Contact an authorized service

center/department.

•Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

•Check]replace solenoid or

starter.

•Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

•Adjust throttle control.

3O

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(Continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

•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

adjustment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•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.

•Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

•Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

•Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

CORRECTION

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Clean/replace air filter.

•Check oil level/change oil.

•Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

•Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

•Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

•Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

•Clean engine air screen/

fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

•Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged pads.

• Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact an authorized

service center/department.

•Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Remove obstruction.

•Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine

"OFF"

•Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed too fast.

•Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pressure.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly installed.

•Improper blades used.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Switch is "OFF".

•Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

• Faulty alternator.

• Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

• Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission

durin.g, shipment or

servicing.

•Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

stopping engine.

• Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air

pressure.

• Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Turn switch "ON".

•Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

•Check wiring and connec

tions.

•Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

•Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

•Replace motion drive belt.

•Purge transmission.

•Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270963

BLUE

BATTERY

nED

[

RED

) WHITE

-_ All

IGNITION

SWITCH

IGNITION SWITCH

1-711

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RU_I.',GHT B+A1 A2÷L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START +S+A1 NONE

BLACK

A

(OPTIONAL) v__ SPARK

aLACK IGNITION _PLUG

iFUEL_ UNIT I _J GAP

I[2 PLUGS ON

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=TWIN CYL ENGINES) •

Ck_RGING SYSTEM OUTPUT L_ VOLTS AC MIN @3GO0 RPM

3 AMP OC • 3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISC_INIECTED)

FUEL SHUT-OFF S()I.ENOI" .Eo _- -: :_ I_

5 AMP A_ •31F_ORPM IJItJIJ_ I

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NOTE I

YOUR TRACTOR IS L _= _._. _ ==._,SL*.C_,

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL " _

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. J _J

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT ] _

CONNECTED TO THE _ "F'-"

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. HEADUGHTS

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS /-_

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS •

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS NON-REMOVABLE

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

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REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bott, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery

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

ll 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 153664 Switch|ntedock Push-tn

20 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20

21 166182 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

22 415?.J LightBulb

24 4799J Cable, Battery

25 146148 Cable, Batlery

26 166180 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 121305X Switch, Seat

30 163968 Switch, Ignition

33 140403 Key, Molded

40 170217 Hamess, Ignition

41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

42 131563 Cover,Terminal

43 145673 Sok_noki

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop (Hour Meter)

55 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 112

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

28

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55

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 16983o

2 16g061

3 17060612

5 155272

9 168337)(013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 169119

17 144983X558

18 125938X

20 156437

23 124028X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 166271X558

29 155217X599

30 164919X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 169834

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD552507

58 140547

60 72140606

64 154798

74 S'rD541437

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

159 155123X428

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17570608

DESCRIPTION

Chassis

Drawbar

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

BumperHood/Dash

Dash

Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x I

Panel, Dash, LH

ClipTinnermanGrille P/L

Panel, Dash, RH

HoodAssembly

Bumber 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

Gdlle

Lens, Gdlle

Fender/Footrest

Bracket, Fender/Support

Screw, Tndrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

Pivot Bracket Assembly, LH, Mower, Rear

Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4 -20 UNC

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

Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

Screw, Hex Wsnd #8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Gdlle Pickoff RH

Bolt FInHex I/4 -20 UNC X.75

Air Duct

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

Dash LowerSTLT

Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

Plale ReinforcementSTL'f

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Capholder

BoltShoulder5/16-18"l-r

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 112

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1Inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

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GROUNDDRIVE

KEY

NO.

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8

lo

14

15

16

19

21

22

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

32

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

47

48

49

5o

61

52

53

55

56

57

59

61

62

63

PART KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transaxle (SeeBreakdown) 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5

Hydro Gr 314-O510 65 STD551143 Washer

165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

STD561210 PinCotter I/BxlCAD 70 134683 GuidaBellRHEngine

10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 71 169183 Strap Torque Lh

74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 GR.5 72 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

STD541431 Nut Lock HexW/Ins. 5/16-18 73 169182 StrapTorqueRh

Uric 74 169496 Spacer, Split

STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ca.

Unc 76 STD581075 E-Ring

130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 77 123583X Key, Square

169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 61 165596 Shaft Asm Cross

106888X Spring, Brake Rod 82 165711 SpringTorsion

STD551037 Washer 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ca.

STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x3/4 CAD. 84 169594 LinkTransaxle

145204 Rod, Parking Brake 89 164890X428 Console, Shift

71673 Cap, Parking Brake 90 124346)( Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

169592 Bracket, Transaxle 95 170201 Conttot Bypass

74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 96 4497H Retainer Spdng 1"Zinc/Cad

155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 116 72110610 Bolt Cart. 3/8-16 x 1.25

120183X Beadng, Nylon 150 165850 BushingBellcrankGrd Drive

19211616 Washer 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ca.

1572H Pin, Roll 156 166002 Washer Srrted 5/161Dx 1.125

131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount

72110622 Bolt 159 165494 Hub Tappered Flange ShiftLt

4470J Spacer, Split 161 72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4

165838 Keeper, Belt Idler Gr. 5

19131312 Washer 13132x 13/16 x 12 162 73680400 NutCrownlockl/4-2OUnc

Ca. 163 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5

127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 164 19091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

154407 BellcrankClutch Grad Dry BTL 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever

123205)( Retainer, Belt 166 166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/6

STD523715 Bolt 168 165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x.561

STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 169 165580 Plate Fastening Lt

STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 197 169613 NylinerSnap-ln

105710X Link, Clutch 198 169593 Washer Nyliner

105709X Spdng, Return, Clutch 199 169612 BeltShoulder5/16-18UNC

STD523712 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x1-1/4 200 72140508 BoltRDHDSQNK

140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 5/16-18UNC x 1

169691 Keeper, Center Span 202 72110612 Bolt Carr SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2Gr.5

17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

8883R Cover, Pedal NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

140186 Pulley, Engine 1 inch= 25.4 rnrn

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

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67

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 13971_

2 154427

3 169840

4 169839

5 6,?.66H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 169832

11 S'rD551137

13 136518

15 145212

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

26 126847X

27 136874

28 1913'1416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155O99

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

4O STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 73800500

54 74780520

62 167902

63 74780616

65 160367

66 154404

67 72110618

68 169827

79 19132012

80 74950612

82 169835

85 133835

DESCRIPTION

SteeringWheel

Front Axle Assembly

Spindte Assembly, L.H.

SpindleAssembly, R.H.

Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/6 x 16 Gauge

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

Ring, Klip

Bearing,SteeringColumn

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Beadng, Front Axle

Nut, Hexflanga Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steedng

Washer, Thrust .515 x.750 x .033

Support, Shaft

Screw hex Wshhd Torx

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13132 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pin

Rod,Tie

Bushing,Steering

Screw -rE #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

Insert, Steering Wheel

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

Lock Nut Center 3/8-24 UNF

Adaptor, Steedng Wheel

Boot, Steedng Dash P/L Mtl BIk

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

Extension SteeringNon-Adjust

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-18 UNC

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

Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uric. x 1Gr. 5

Spacer Brace Axis

BearingArm Pittman

Bolt Rhnd Sqnk 3/8-16 x2-114

Brace Axle

Washer 13132 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga

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

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastener Christmas Tree

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

41

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29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

13

i _ *'3, ._._ _'_

_.,_23 _4

42

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4 149723

5 144069

6144068

7 138129

8 150176

10 145552

11 STD551125

12 STD522507

13 165287

14 13280336

15 132003O0

16 STD551237

17 17480624

23 169837

25 145996

26 73920600

27 152927

29 137180

3t 157103

32 161696

33 123487X

34 106082X

37 8543R

38

39 109227X

45 17060612

81 128861

NOTE:

162152 ControlThrot Paddle 32 22

17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

....... Engine (See Breakdown) BdggsMode_No.461707-0145-E3

Muffler Exhaust

Exhaust Asm. Left

Exhausl Asm. Right

ClampTube DoubleEngine

Bolt 5/16 -18 UNC X 3/4 W/Serns

Heat ShieldLt

Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 1/4

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

Gasket Muffler

Nipple Pipe4-1/2"

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1-1/2 Tytt

ShieldBrowning/DebrisGuard

ControlChoke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear

Cap Fuel Guage STLT

Clamp Hose BIk

Spacer Pad

Line Fuel

Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdown)

Pad Idler 1.75 x .75 x .06

Screw 3/8-16 x SMGML

Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

Allcomponentdimensions givenin U.S, inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY

NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

PART KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

140123

140551

71110616

19131610

145006

S'fD541437

124181X

17000616

19131614

155925

166369

121246X

Seat 3450 Bik,"blkCraftsman 13 121248X

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412

BertFin Hex 3/8-16uric X115 134300

Washer 13132X 3/4 X 10 Ga 16 1212S0X

Clip Push In Hinged 17 123976)(

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

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431

Screw 3/8-16 x1.5 SMGML 24 19171912

Washer 13132X 1X !4 Ga 25 127018X

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk Nyt 50 Id

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

Spacer Split28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 114Lge FIgGr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S. inches

1Inch = 25.4 mm

44

DECALS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270963

263

741

11 2

KEY

NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

9

11

13

PART

NO.

156439

163205

171696

171697

17O933

133644

171809

163204

156811

146046

14 14

13

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Decal Fender Danger Sears 14

Decal Fend Auto Sears Gold 15

Decal Hood RhCraftsman 19

Decal Hoed LhCraftsman 20

Decal Engine H/P 22

Decal MaintCustomer - -

Sears Dom --

Decal Replacement Srs - -

Decal Fender Craflsman Gold --

DecalFender STLTHOper - -

Inst E/S --

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E

166927 Decal Dash Panel

160386 Decal Mower DriveSchematic

138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

166887 Decal Deck Mower EZ3

149516 Decal Battery

169210 Decal By Pass Lt Hydro

138311 Decal Lift Handle

165800X428 Pad FootrestLhSTLT

165799)(428 Pad Footrest Rh STLT

173428 Manual,Owner's(English)

173429 Manual,Owner's(Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

2_s,e 4,10

1t

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

65139 Stem, Vaive

106222X Tire, Front

59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

106732X427 Rim, Front

2781-1 Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

9040H Bearing,Flange (FrontWheel

Only)

lo6108X427 Rim, Rear

122(}82X Tire,Rear

7152J Tube, RearTirs

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

104757X Cap, Axle

144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: Alloomponent dimensionsgk,en in U.S. k_.hes

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

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23

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19

13

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32

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13

30

Oil50 3

6

4

20

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

6120183X BearingNylong

7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted

8122365X Button Plunger Read

11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H.

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.

13 STD(_4008 Retainer Spdng

15 167253 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion BIk Zinc

18 73680800 Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 ArmSuspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

23 110807X Nut, Special

24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

25 28761-1 Spring

26 169484 RetainerClip

27 126971X Rod, Adjust Life

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

29 138057 Knob, InfiniteHeightAdmustment

30 150233 Trunnion,Inf. Height

31 140302 Bearing, P'vl.Lift. Spherieat

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator

37 123935X Plug Hole BIk 1.485,'1.515 Dia

38 17060516 Screw 5/16-18x 1 SMGML

40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x1-1/2 x 10 Ga

41 155098 IndicatorHeight Stir

49 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut, Push Phos. &-Oil

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

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157 0_ "_" _'_ 40 ,_lmlL JJ

106"_ 102 103 105

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101/_,_* "j104 106

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18

29

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165892 MowerHousing 59 141043

2 STD533107 Bolt 67 149846

3 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway 68 144959

Bar,Front 92 ST'D541437

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 101 136420

5 S'rD624008 RetainerSpdng 102 71161010

6 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear 103 19061216

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

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 105 160793

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 106 2029J

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 111 155197

12 129895 Beadng, Ball 112 155198

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 113 17060512

(Incl. Key Number 6) 114 73510500

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 115 72110504

15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel t16 48981-1

16 140329 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 117 165746

18 72140505 Bolt,Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8 118 73930600

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 119 19121414

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 121 143723

21 $3"D541431 Nut, Crownlock5/16-18 UNC 128 153390

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 129 19131312

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 130 STD523710

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve

25 123713X Spdng, Torsion, Deflector 131 STD533710

26 110452)( Nut, Push 142 1658Go

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 143 157109

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 144 158634

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 145 165888

30 157722 Screw Thdrol Rolling Wsh Hd 146 165891

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 147 131335

32 153535 PuUey,Mandral 148 169022

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 149 165898

34 STD533717 Bolt 150 19091216

35 133835 Fastner, ChristmasTree 151 169670

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Rat 152 169676

37 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 153 169674

40 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock3/8-16 UNC 154 169675

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel,L.H. 155 169671

45 S'rD624003 Retainer 156 169672

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 157 16_o69

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 158 17720410

49 155066 RollerAssembly,Cam Follower 159 STD533717

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 - - 130794

51 STD541410 Locknut

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder5/16-18 UNC - - 169583

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

Guard, Tuv Idler

KnobCustom Oval

V-Belt

Lock.nut,Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC

Cover Mulching42' Black

Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x5/8

Washer#10

Washer Lock

LatchAsm Bagger

NutWeld

BracketGauge, Wheel LH

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Hex Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Bracket

Washer Felt

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

Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1

Gr.5

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Arm Spdng Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

BoltCarraige Idler

Spring Extension

Spring ReturnIdler

Retainer SpdngYellowZinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x16 Ga.

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42"

Washer flat 3/8" Type B

Spdng Retainer

Spdng Retention Lever

Spacer

RodClutch

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

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Uncx 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

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

Mower Deck, Complete (Std deck

- order separately mulcher plate

components key nos. 101-106)

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

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HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE --MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1170351 Main Housing,Assembly 59 170408 Rotor, Brake

2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck

3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 61 142881 Puck Plate

4 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 62 142887 Brake Actuating Pin

5 169898 Block - Assembly 63 170410 Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/

6 170355 Sealant 10.50z Patch,SpecieIFlange

7 170356 Hex Ftange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 65 170411 Spacer

9170358 Shaft, Input 66 170412 Spring, Brake Arm Bias

10 170359 Ring - Retaining 67 170413 Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed

11 170360 Spacer 68 170414 Arm, Brake

12 169870 Ring- Retaining 69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24

13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

14 169869 Ball Brg 17ram Id X 40ram Od X 71 170417 CompressionSpringBrakeAnti-Drag

12ram 72 170418 Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10.D. X .032

16 170362 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16- 73 142884 Flat - Washer 11/32 I,D. X 7/80.D

24X0.75 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 75 170420 Check Plug Assembly, .027, Washer

18 170364 Arm, Control 76 170421 Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

19 150771 Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust 77 170422 Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

23 170365 Check Plug Assembly,Washer 78 142969 Spring,Helical Comp

24 170366 Shaft, Motor 79 142980 Spacer

27 170367 Gear- Pinion, 13t 80 1507"78 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Unjf(Nylo_l

28 170368 10t/48t Gear Insert)

29 170369 Gear, lOt Jackshaft 81 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack

30 170370 60t Bull Gear 82 170424 Clip, Washer .316xl.50x.1046

31 170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X .625 (Plated)

32 170389 SleeveBeadng(Outboard) 83 161162 Pin, Standard Headless

.75x1.750x.625 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

33 142991 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X .13 Thk 85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank

34 170390 LipSeal Axle Seal 86 170427 ExpansionTank

35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, R.H.) 87 170424 Cap -Poppet Valve

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, LH.) 88 170429 Bolt,Self Tapping 10-32 X I/2

37 150792 Miter Gear (Splined) 90 170430 Puck, Inner Wedge

38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 93 170431 Spring Clip - Housing Thrust

39 150809 Shaft 107 170432 Deflector

40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 108 170433 Washer, Motor Shaft

41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft .71idx1.15odx.030thk

42 170395 Magnet, Ring 109 170434 Plug, Sae #6

43 170396 Spring, Bypass 111 170435 O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D.

44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 Long 112 170436 Shield, Vent

45 170397 Filter 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank

46 170398 Base, Filter 116 170438 SiliconSponge

47 170999 Actuator, Bypass 119 170439 Fan, 7 In.

48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 120 170440 Pulley

49 170401 Arm, Bypass 121 170441 Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Insert)

50 170202 Retaining Ring.250 External 122 170442 Washer, Belleville

51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 123 170443 Belt Keeper

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.00d X .05 124 170444 CenterSection-Filter-Bypass

Thk Assembly

53 170405 Retaining Ring 125 170445 Filter Assembly

54 170406 Beadng, Center Block 126 170446 Fan - Pulley Service Assembly

55 142977 Spdng - Helical Compression 127 170447 Seal - O-Ring Kit

56 142978 Washer 900 166768 Transaxle Complete

57 150798 20w-50Oil

58 170407 Brake Yoke NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 498583 Cylinder Assembly 95 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve)

2 399265 Bushing/Seal Kit 97 693485 Shaft-Throttle

3 391086 _ Seal-Oil 98 807923 Kit-Idle Speed

4 493304 Sump-Engine 102 693509 • Gasket-Carburetor Body

5 691162 Head-Cylinder #1 104 693506 • Pin-Float Hinge

5A 691163 Head-Cylinder #2 105 692078 • Valve-Float Needle

7 271867 _4, Gasket-Cylinder Head #1 107 693482 Body Assembly-Lower

7A 271868 _r, Gasket-Cylinder Head #2 108 693505 Valve-Choke

8 495754 Breather Assembly 109 693498 Shaft-Choke

(Cylinder #1) 117 693538 Jet-Main

9 27803 _, Gasket-Breather 693500 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

10 690334 Screw (Breather Assembly) 121 491539 Carburetor Kit

10A 690366 Screw (Breather Cover) 122 281411 Spacer

11 280225 Tube-Breather 125 693479 Carburetor

12 273390 _ Gasket-Crankcase 130 693504 Valve-Throttle

(.015" Thick, Std.) 133 693512 Float-Carburetor

271188 _ Gasket-Crankcase 146 94196 Key-Timing

(.005" Thick) 147 693508 Jet-Pilot

271189 ,_ Gasket-Crenkcase 161 691401 Base-Air Cleaner

(.009" Thick) 163 271411 _ Gasket-Air Cleaner

13 94565 Screw (Cylinder Head) 177 271170 -k SeaFO-Rim:J

15 94239 Plug-Oil Drain 187 499167 Line-Fuel

Crankshaft

16 690666 (Cut to Required Length)

19 399264 Bushing 197 690364 Screw (Back Plate)

20 291675 _, Seal-Oil 202 690570 Link-Mechanical Governor

23 491180 Flywheel 203 280997 Crank-Bell

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 205 690322 Screw (Bell Crank)

25 499180 Piston Assembly (Standard) 209 691273 Spring-Governor

499181 Piston Assembly (.010 "O.S.) 211 261563 Spring-Governor

499182 Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.) 212 693985 Link-Throttle

499183 Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.) 215 690481 Guide-Air

26 499184 Ring Set, Piston (Standard) 219 394348 Gear-Governor

499284 Ring Set, Piston (.010 "O.S.) 220 690412 Washer-Thrust

499186 Ring Set, Piston (.020 "O.S.) (Governor Gear)

499187 Ring Set. Piston (.030 "O.S.) 222 491282 Bracket-Control

27 691299 Lock-Piston Pin 227 491297 Lever-Governor

28 498319 Pin Assembly, Piston (Std.) 235 224995 Shield-Fuel Spray

28 498320 Pin Assembly-Piston 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

(.005" O.S.) 244 230318 Connector-Hose

29 498314 Rod-Connecting (Standard) (Pulse Line)

29 498541 Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) 258 94930 Screw (Engine Sump)

32 691133 Screw (Connecting Rod) 267 690316 Screw (Casing Cl_mp)

33 390420 Valve-Exhaust (Include(s): 278 691366 Washer (Governor Lever)

494553 Keeper-Valve (Rel. No. 42)) 297 94289 Nut-Wing

34 691302 Valve-Intake (Air Filter Retainer)

35 65906 Spring-Valve (intake) 304 691390 Housing-Blower

36 26828 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 305 690960 Screw (Blower Housing)

40 221596 Retainer-Valve (Exhaust) 306 6904141 Shield-Cylinder

41 292260 Retainer-Valve (Exhaust) 306A 690435 Shield-Cylinder

42 494553 Keeper-Valve RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900o2100

45 261368 Tappet-Valve High Speed: 3000-320

46 691161 Camshaft _ Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number

47 393415 Stinger-Oil 358.

48 498542 Short Block I Included in Carburetor KR, Ref Number

50 213290 Manifold-Intake 121.

51 271412 ,tr• Gasket-Intake t Included In Value Overhaul Kit, Ref

51A 270884 _4, Gasket-Intake Number 1095.

53 690321 Screw (Carburetor) + Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number

54 93208 Screw (Intake Manifold) 861

73 691438 Screen-Rotating

75 225137 Washer (Flywheel) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

78 691134 Screw (Flywheel Fan) inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

91 693483 Body Assembly-Upper

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

307

309

310

311

332

333

334

337

356

383

386

391

392

404

423

425

432

433

434

435

441

445

447

449

474

482

510

513

523

525

527

535

544

552

552A

562

569

572

573

592

601

615

615A

616

634

634A

635

637

643

689

697

725

726

741

783

789

797

94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut (Starter Terminal)

497596 Motor-Starter B01 394860 Cap-Drive

690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 602 497607 Cap-End

497608 Brush Set 603 691427 Housing-Starter

230674 Nut (Flywheel) 807 693511 Spacer

394891 Armature-Magneto 622 693497 Washer-Seal (Throttle

94731 Screw (Magneto Armature) Shaft)

802592 Plug-Spark 847 495715 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

495868 Gasket Set 851 493880 Terminal-Cable

89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 659 693488 •+ Diaphragm-Fuel Pump

693490 •+ Gasket-Pump 861 693502 Kit-Fuel Pump

693487 Body-Pump 865 691196 Cover-Air Guide

693491 •+ Spring-Pump Diaphragm 865A 691197 Cover-Air Guide

690442 Washer (Governor Crank) 668 497656 Seal-Valve

691100 Screw (Air Cleaner Base) 868A 273312 Seal-Valve

94823 Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) 869 261463 Seat-Valve (Intake)

693492 •+ Cap-Spring 870 262924 Seat-Valve (Exhaust)

693489 •+ Diaphragm-Fuel Pump 871 261961 Bushing-Guide (Exhaust)

693493 Cover-Diaphragm 231218 Bushing-Guide (Intake)

693494 Screw (Diaphragm Cover) 877 393456 Wire-Alternator

691176 Bracket-Oil Fill 881 495901 Plate-Cover

394019 Filter-Air 918 393815 Hose-Vacuum (Cylinder-To-

690297 Screw (Air Guide Cover) Impulse Pump)(Cut to

94882 Screw (Oil Fill Bracket) Required Length)

393474 Alternator 934 94627 Screw (Fan Retainer)

93621 Screw (Alternator) 955 693513 Plug-Carburetor

497606 Drive-Starter 968 691207 Cover-Air Cleaner

398003 Clutch-Ddve 971 690720 Screw (Upper Body To

691385 Dipstick Lower Body)

690823 Tube-Oil Fill 1005 498157 Fan-Flywheel

690423 Clamp-Tube 1006 691247 Retainer-Fan

272490 Filter-Air 1019 496726 Label Kit

497603 ArmatureoStarter 1036 694979 Label Kit-Emission

690553 Bushing (Governor Crank) 1051 263080 Ring-Retaining

690552 Bushing (Governor Crank) 1058 273688 Owner's Manual

690311 Bolt-Carriage (Governor 1081 280860 Yr Seal-O-Ring

Lever) 1090 497605 Retainer-Brush

272646 ,A-Gasket-Base 1095 498047 Gasket Set-Valve Overhaul

690415 Cover-Breather (Cylinder 1125 691104 Screw (Cover Plate)

#2) , 1132 690353 Screw (Oil Slinger)

690764 Plate-BacK 1136 690329 Screw (Governor, Control

92278 Nut (Governor Lever) Rod)

95162 Clamp-Hose 1137 690390 Washer (Governor, Control

690328 Retainer (Governor Crank) Rod)

690317 Retainer-Governor Shaft 1138 690330 Nut (Governor, Control Rod)

491530 Crank-Governor ---- 445777-0027-E1 Replacement Engine

690657 _Seal-Governor Shaft

271013 Washer-Foam RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

66538 Boot-Spark Plug High Speed: 3000-320

693510 Washer-Seal

496700 Retainer-Air Filter _ Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

690555 Spring-Fdction •Included in Carburetor Kit. Ref Number

93585 Screw (Ddve Cap) 121.

280866 Shield-Heat •Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref

391362 Gear-Rin 9Number 1095,

691285 Gear-Timing + Included in Fuel Pump Kit, Ref Number

693059 Gear-Starter 861

695050 Wiring Harness

94010 Nut (Starter Terminal) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 rnm

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