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Owner's Manual

J[RIIFTSMRN° I

15.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271065

•Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

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

SafetyRules.........................................3

ProductSpecifications..........................6

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

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

Maintenance...'.............t......................18

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

Serviceand Adjustments....................23

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

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

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

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

LIMITED'I3NOYEARWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENTPARTS

Fortwo (2)yea,rsfromthe dateof purchase,if this CraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner's

rna,nual,Sears_will_rep_iror replace,freeof charge,anypartsfoundto be defectivein

mater_l orL_o_'kmanship.Warrantyserviceis availablefree of chargeby returning

yeurOraftsmar_ridingequipmentto yournearestSearsServiceCenter. In-home

warrar_tyserviceis:availablebut a trip chargewill apply.This warrantyappliesonly

whilethisproductis in the UnitedStates.

ThisWarrantydoesnot cover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduringnormaluse, suchas blades,spark

plugs,air cleaners,beltsarid oil filters.

• Tire repFaaementor repaircausedby puncturesfrom outsideobjects,suchas nails,

thorns,Stl_rnps,or glass..._

• Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatorabuse,includingbut not limitedto, damage

causedby towingobjectsbeyondthe capabilityof the ridingequipment,impacting

objectsthat bendthe frameor crankshaft,or over speedingthe engine.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatornegligence,includingbut not limitedto,

electricaland mechanicaldamagecausedby improperstorage,failureto use the

propergradeand amountof engineoil, failureto keepthe deckclear of flammable

debris,or the failureto maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructions

containedin the owner'smanual.

• Engine(fuelsystem)cleaningor repairscausedby fueldeterminedto be contami-

natedor oxidized(stale).In general,fuelshouldbe usedwithinthirty(30) daysof its

purchasedate.

• Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialor rentalpurposes.A productis "usedfor

commercialpurpose"if is usedfor any purposeotherthansinglefamily household

dwellingsor in usagewhereprofit is made.

LIMITED90DAYWARRANTYONBATTERY

Forninety(90)daysfrom dateof purchase,if any batteryincludedwiththis riding

equipmentprovesdefectivein materialor workmanshipand our testingdetermines

the batterywill not holda charge,Searswill replacethe batteryat no charge.Warranty

serviceis availablefree of chargeby returningyour Craftsmanridingequipmentto

yournearestSearsServiceCenter. In-homewarrantyserviceis availablebut a trip

chargewill apply.Thiswarrantyappliesonly whilethis productis in the UnitedStates.

TO LOCATETHENEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTERORTOSCHEDULEIN-

HOMEWARRANTYSERVICE,SIMPLYCONTACTSEARSAT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

ThisWarrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,andyou mayalso haveotherrights

whichmayvaryfromstateto state.

Sears,RoebuckandCo., D/817WA,HoffmanEstates,IL 60179

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.

I, 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.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debris which can cause

build-up to occur.

Clean any oil or fuel spillage before

operating or storing the machine. Allow

machine to cool before storage.

II. 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 rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the ed.ge 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.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and 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.

IV. 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 tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other •Be alert and turn machine off if children

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 abso-

lutely 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.

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• 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 gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_ CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_A, WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

)ILTYPE

API-SF-SJ):

OIL CAPACITY:

1.25 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 10W30(above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

_PARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .040")

GROUND FORWARD: 5.5

SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHT

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on thi.=

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintair

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine anc

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless t

engine's exhaust system is equipped w

a spark arrester meeting applicable Ioc

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

used, it should be maintained in effecti\

working order by the operator.

In the state of Califomia 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 availabl,

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1

Steering j

Boot

Steering Wheel

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_= Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

t teering

Extension

Shaft

Seat

(_Washer

(_ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

Keys

(2) Keys Video Cassette

Droi

For Future Use

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Tire pressure (1) Utility knife

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 REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. 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.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

_Insert

_33/88Hle_B°_,_ash.,

"_ Lar F

__ ge lat

_,_ Washer

Steedng'_ SSteering Boo

Adapter_ "_Tabs

Shaft

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into cent

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove a

staples in skid that may puncture tire

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on labe

(label located between terminals) cha_

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-1(

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Battery

Door

Termin

Terminal

iNSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1, Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3, Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Flat

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmis-

sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

,_WARNiNG: Before starting read

understand and follow a 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.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid,

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position,

11 .Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If,previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

A(_k,CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Mulcher

_I, Plate

Latch

._ Hooks

TO CONVERTTO 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.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovednflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

V'CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you receh

the best performance and satisfaction

from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

v'All assembly instructions have been

completed.

v" No remaining loose parts in carton.

v_Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amp_

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/'All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly level,

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflat_

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sut

they are routed properly around pulle

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connectim

are still secure and wires are properl!

clamped.

v" Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

v" Engine oil is at proper level.

v" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

VBecome familiar with all controls -th,

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

,It It is important to purge the transmiss

before operating your tractor for the t

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (S

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

M&=,

BA37"ERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP 3r

LIGHT t

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

r 'l R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

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,

Attachment

Clutch

Ignition Switch

Ammeter

ThrotUe/Choke

Control _

Light Switch

Lift

_ Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Freewheel

Control Parking Brake Lever

_ • Approx.

Speed Motion Control

, 2 MPH ,Lever

1MPH

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.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH -Used for starting

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to rele_

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights,

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clut

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Use

for starting and controlling engine spe_

FREEWHEEL CONTROL -

Disengagages transmission for pushir

or slowly towing the tractor with the

engine off.

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.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Throttle/ Attachment Clutch Lever

"Engaged"

,Position

,,Ignition Key

"Disengaged"

Clutch/ Brake

Brake Pedal Position

•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.

_eC.AUTION.: Alway.s s.top tractor com-

tely, as eescnoea above, oerore

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

Posi_on

STOPPING

Position Motion Control

Lever

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

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever

in neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CU'I'FING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

use. 13

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE- Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt,

3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

3/8-16 o\

Locknut

Gaug_

Wheel

Mounting

3/8

Gaug_

Shoulder

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.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_lb CAUTION: Do not operate the

mower without either the entire grass

catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the

deflector shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Lever Attachemnt

"Engaged"

Position_Position

Low

Positio

Position

Deflector

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and d,

not drive across any slope.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed or

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 l

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 freewheelin

position. Free wheel control is located at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

2. 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 atruck

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 ATTACH-

MENTS

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 STARTINGTHE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this mahual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life), Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

AWARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty, Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

or if the engine has run out of fuel, it wil!

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

5. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

6. 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, move throttle control

to fast position, wait a few minutes and

try again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

7. ,When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• 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)

8. When engine starts, allow engine to

run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to

fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-

ing on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as

follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake slowly return

to operating position.

3. Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during

the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period after

the transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See 'q-O ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

PURGETRANSMISSION

_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

during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmissior

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstall_

tion before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake se

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start enginJ

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

4. 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) second:

Repeat this procedure three (3) time

NOTE: During this procedure there will I

no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

5. Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this sectk

of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engin,

After the engine is running, move

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

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

8. 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.

MOWINGTIPS

• .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 clip-

pings. 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 MOWINGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL INDATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE _ERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure li/ I_

Check Operator Presence and

TInterlock Systems

RC_ck for Loose Fasteners li/ I/7 I# #

C_ Sharpen/Replace MowerBlades t_4

TLubrication Chart

0Check Battery Level _ !

RClean Battery and Terminals _ I_

v'Check Transax,=eCooNng

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension t##5

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _

Check Engine O&lLevel li/ I_

Change Engine Oil I_t23 If

EClean Air Filter _1_2

N CJean Air _reer7 i/

inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

N Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) ll_t2

Clean Engine Cooling Fine ll_2

ReplaceSparkPiog _'z

Replace Air Filter Paper Cadridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1-Change r¢_te often when operating under a head/load or in high aml_ent temperatures 5 -If Nu_ppod wllh adj[,=talde system

2 - Sere mote o(t_rt when opeca_ng _1dirty'or duety cotld_;ons 6 - Not r=_Ldred if equi_ wffh rne_nlen_c_-/t_, b_ltlly

3 - if equipped W_ oilfilter, chsnge oll Qvery 50 hOUrS¸ 7 -Tighten fronl ,xle ;dvot PPfl to 3_ n..Ibs, maximum.

4-R_a_e bl=#_ more often w_. r_owing Jns_n_" soll Do r_t _.

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

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

_) Spindle --

Zerk Zerk

_)Front Wheel Wheel

Bearing Bearing Zerk

Zerk

@Engine /

_SAE 30 Or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

_)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-lubricatincj bearings. If you feel

they must be lubncated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

p_rforming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (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

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

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Up Mandrel Assembly

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

_#_--'Hex Bolt (Grade)

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not 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 bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use anail 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. /

5/8" Bolt

Center Hole

BATTERY

Yourtractorhasa battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use, How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Open battery box door.

2, Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. 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

transmission 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 air or high pressure

sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required fc

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 ratec

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

.2o, -lo" o" io" _o" ao'

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cal:

dipstick securely each time you check th

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove cap from end of drain valve

and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into the

" tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube when taking reading. Keep oil

at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

Oil Drain Valve

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Cap

Drain Tube

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary.

Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

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.

1. Remove knob and cover.

2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner

from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it

to dry.

6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will damage

the cartridge.

7. Reinstall the pre-cieaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,

cover and tighten knob securely.

Air Cleaner Knob

Nut

Foam

Pre- _Rubber

Cleaner

Paper

Cartridge

Air Cleaner

Base

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.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See

"TO CHANGE ENGINE OIU' in this

section of this manual, through step

remove drain plug).

2. Remove oil filter and wipe off filter

adapter.

3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil

to the rubber gasket on replacement

oil filter.

4. install replacement oil filter on filter

adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until

rubber gasket contacts the filter

adapter, then tighten filter an addi-

tional 1/2 turn.

5. Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section

of this manual). For approximate

capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS" section of this manual.

6. Start the engine and check for oil

leaks. Correct any leaks before

placing engine into full operation.

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.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp _.

Fuel Filter _ --

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using agarden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position,

3, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with plug.

"rRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch

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

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

discharge guard to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. 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" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

Retainer :

Anti-Sway

Link

Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing Guide

Large Retainer Spring

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• ,_t the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

Mower to Ground Mower to Ground

Suspension

Arm

J_----_ \ Lift Lnk

_,,_..__Adlustment

__--_ Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right sidle of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut

Front Trunnion

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 -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

Mandrel

Pulle,

Pulley

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. Install new belt in reverse order of

" removal.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

6. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

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 on a level dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and tum nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

,Nut "A"

Operating

Arm

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjust-

ment 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.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around

engine pulley.

5. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine ----------

Pulley

Clutching Idler_

Stationary Idler-.._.

Transmission

Input Pulley

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

2. Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that

position and turn engine off.

4. While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the

neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. 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:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

.creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate

Lever

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

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 a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely,

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE" To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

"o i

Square Key /

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

x't

J_CAUTION: 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 "BATrERY" in the

MAINTENANCE section of this manual),

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a

12 volt negative grounded system. The other

vehical must also be a 12 volt negative

grounded system. Do not use your tractor

battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATI'ACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

Positive

Terming

Charged

Battery

26 Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

41_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.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

6. Close battery box door.

Battery

Box

Keps Nut-----._,p HexBolt

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Slack) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. 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 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash. 27

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

Hood

]:Headlight Wire

iConnector

C _k /

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems, which

are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke position.

Slowly move lever from choke to fast

position.

2. Check to see if hole in throttle lever and

hole in speed control bracket are aligned.

3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable

clamp screw and align the holes by

inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit through

both holes.

4. Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and

tighten cable clamp screw. Remove

alignment pencil or drill bit.

Cable "_

Clamp ______.j

Screw

Speed Control

Bracket -----'-'----

Leve_r

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, tuming the adjusting needles in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.

Turning the adjusting needles out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the

engine giving a richer fueVair mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

seats in carburetor may result if tumed in too

tight.

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low

emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel

adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which

allows some adjustment within the limits

allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove

the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be

removed without breaking the adjusting

needle.

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and the

throttle control cable is adjusted properly

(see above).

2. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make adjustments with engine

running and shift/motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

3. Idle speed setting - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should idle

at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too slow or

fast, tum idle speed adjusting screw in or

out until correct idle is attained.

4. !die fuel needle _etting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, tum idle fuel

adjustment needle in (clockwise) until

engine begins to die and then turn out

(counterclockwise) until engine runs

rough. Tum needle to a point midway

between those two positions.

5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-

sary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

6. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle fuel adjusting needle out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 tum. Repeat test

and continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

Adjusting

,d,e ue, /

Adjusting- I __l I

II liT" --ill=---- J--J

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.

_J, 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

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" 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

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage,

Also, experiance 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 and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. 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)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. 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 a suitable

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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Wili not start

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

Bad spark plug. 4.

Dirty air filter. 5.

Dirty fuel filter. 6.

Water in fuel. 7.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery,

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

I4. Faulty solenoid or starter,

CORRECTION

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. 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.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See 'q-o Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter,

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center,

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring,

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE CORRECTION

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

PROBLEM

Loss of power

i(continued)

Excessive

vibration

Enginecontinues

to run when

operator leaves

I seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11 .Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1, Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel,

3, Loose/damaged pad(s).

1. 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.

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/

fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged pads.

.Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor grass

discharge 2.

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

CAUSE

1. 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.

10. Improper blades used.

11.Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF".

2. Bulb(s) burned out,

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or

servicing.

CORRECTION

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-

tions.

5, Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position,

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

Engine"backfires" 1. Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to

whenturning set at "SLOW" "SLOW" position and allow

engine position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before

"OFF" before stopping engine, stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

AMMETER

_) WHIT E

BATTERY

FUSE

BLACK

CLUTCH !BRAKE W_TE

(PEDAL UP)

..... 'ATT'MENT CLUTCH

[_-I GREEN (CLUTCH OFF)

STARTER

MACK

FUEL '

86 nFUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

SEAT SWITCH (IF SO EQU{PPED)

(NOT OCCUPIED) S_CK

BL_K

1-85 86 i,

BLUE q I idm,

r87 i30 IF SPARK

i_ IGNITION PLUG

,87A, (_ UNIT !_(_ GAP _

OPE_-AT()R- -/j_ TWI{'_ PLUGS ON

_E NC_OEL_L-A;I#2 CYL ENGINES)

J (__TO STATOR

CHARGING gYSTEM OUTPUT

RED _3_*MP _ @ 3600 RPM

LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTleT DIODE

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION I CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF IM+G+A1 NONE

RUi_IGHTI B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START 3+ S + A1 NONE

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUtPPED W_TH ASPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATrERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

HEADLIGHTS /_

RELAY

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECT{ONS CONNECTIONS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271065

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 163465

2 74760412

8 156417

16 161343

21 166182

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 175158

27 73510400

28 4207J

29 160784

30 175566

33 140403

40 178440

41 71110408

42 131563

43 175141

45 121433X

52 141940

81 109748X

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION

Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp

Bolt,Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

Case, Battery Mech Hinge

Switch, Interlock N OPO/N Opn

Harness, Light Socket (Inoiudes4152J)

Bulb, Light

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge. Red, W/16 Wire

Fuse, 15 Amp

Nut Keps Hex1/4-20 Unc

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"

Switch,PtungerNormal Op OLive

Switch, tgnLtion

Key, Ignition

Harness, Lgnltion

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2

Cover,Terminal, Red

Solenoid

AmmeterRectangular

ProtectionWire Loop

Relay Asm.

All component dimensions given LnU.S. inches

1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

31 55 57

208 208

211

314

38 4

208

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUM BER 917.271065

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619

2176554

3 17060612

5155272

9168337X013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 172107X010

14 17490608

17 144983X558

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 156725X558

29 155217X599

30 174738X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 175710

51 7380O400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

58 150127

60 72140606

64 154798

74 73680600

142 165867

143 154966

144 175528

145 156524

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17670608

212 165919

- - 5479J

NOTE_

Chassis Stamping

Drawbar

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

BumperHood/Dash

Dash

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, L.H.

Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

Panel, Dash, R.H.

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Hood Assembly

Bumper Hood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut

Grille Lens Asm

Lens, Grille

Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT

Bracket, Fender Support

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x !/2 Tyt

Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

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

Bracket Gdlle Pickoff LH

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

Duct Air Engine P/L LT

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

Dash Lower STLT

Nut Crowntock 3/8-16 UNC

Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

RJod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Bolt Shoulder 5/16 -18 TT

Screw Thdrol 5/16.18 x 1/2 TYTT

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Insed Lens Reflective

Plug, Button

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271065

GROUND DRIVE

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 66 154778

HydroGr 314-0510 70 134683

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 71 169183

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 73 169182

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Hellcat 74 137057

15 74490544 Bolt 11exFLGHD 5/16.18 x Gr 875 121749X

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18

Unc 76 STD581075

19 s'rD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 77 123583X

Uric 78 121748X

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13

22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 81 165596

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 82 165711

25 106868X Spdng, Brake Rod 83 19171216

26 STD551037 Washer 84 169594

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 89 164890X428

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 90 124346X

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 95 170201

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 96 449711

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uric x3/4 116 72140608

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 120 73900600

35 120193X Beadng, Nylon 150 t75456

36 19211616 Washer 151 19133216

37 157211 Pin, Roll 156 166002

38 165936 Pulley, Composite, Flat 158 165589

39 74760648 Bolt 159 165494

40 175461 Spacer, Split 161 72140406

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 162 73680400

Gauge 163 74780416

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 164 19091010

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 165 165623

50 STD523715 Bolt 166 166880

51 STD5414.37 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 168 165492

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 169 165580

53 105710X Link, Clutch 197 169613

55 105709X Spring, Return,Clutch 198 169593

56 STD523712 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 199 169612

57 140294 V-Belt 200 72140508

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span

61 17060612 Screw. 3/8-16 x 3/4 202 72110614

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 212 145212

63 175410 Pulley,Engine

64 71170764 Bolt 11ex 7/16-20 x4Gr. 5 NOTE:

65 STD551143 Washer

DESCRIPTION

Keeper BeltEngine Hydro

Keeper BeltEngine

StrapTorque LhHydro

StrapTorque Rh Hydro

Spacer, Axle

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x16

Gauge

E-Ring

Key, Square

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

Gauge

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered

SpringTorsion

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

LinkTransaxle

Console, Shift

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

Control Bypass Hydro20" Tires

RetainerSpdng 1•Zinc/Cad

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1

Nut Lock 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16_D x 1,125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered FlangeShift Lt

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4

Gr 5

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1

Gr5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening

Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18UNC

Bolt Rdhd Sgnk

5/16-18UNC x 1

Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 xl-3/4 Gr.5

Nut Hex Flange Lock

All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917,271065

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2154427

3169840

4169839

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 175121

11 STD551137

13 136518

15 145212

17 177876

26 126847X

29 19131416

29 17060612

30 STO561210

32 13O465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054x426

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 74780520

63 8TD523710

65 160367

67 72140618

68 169827

71 175146

82 169835

85 133835

88 175118

91 175553

NOTE:

SteeringWheel

AxleAssembly STMP Dropped STL

Spindle Assembly, L.H.

SpindleAssembly,R.H.

Bearing,Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

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

Ring,Ktip

Bearing,SteedngCotumn

Draglink

Washer, Lock

Spacer Brg Axle Front

Nut, Hexflange Lock

Shaft Assembly,Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Rod,Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

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

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Shaft

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

Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

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

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

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

Spacer Brace Axle

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Axle, Brace

Steering Asm.

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastner Christmas Tree

Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

Clip Steering

Allcomponentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

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ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 170548

2 17720410

3 ......

4 159420

13 12-041-03

14 148456

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487X

87 137040

38 148315

40 124028X

44 17490412

45 17000612

46 19091416

77 19101216

80 74760508

81 73510400

101 M73030800

105 17120616

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION

Control, Throttle

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8

Engine,(See Breakdown) KohlerModel No, CV18,5-41896

Muffler

Gasket Kohler

Tube Drain Oil Easy

Washer

Shield Brn/Dbr Guard

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fuel Seam, Vented

Clamp, Hose

Line, Fuel

Plug Drain Oil Easy

Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

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

Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc

Nut Flan-ge M8-1.25 Non-Lk Zinc

Screw 3/8-16 x 1

All component dimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

SEAT ASSEMBLY

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KEY

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

140123 Seat 13 121248X

140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 14 72050412

71110616 Bolt 15 134300

19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 16 121250X

145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 17 123976X

STD541437 Nut 21 171852

124181X Spring, Seat 22 STD541431

17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 24 19171912

19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

174894 Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn. 25 127018X

166369 Knob Seat

121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting NOTE:

Bushing,Snap

Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

Spacer, Sprit .28 x .88

Spdng

Locknut, Ftange 1/4 Grade 5

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Nut

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

Ga.

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U,S.

inches I Inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

21 3

5_ 413 16 20

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156811

3171698

4 171699

5171763

6133644

8166887

9163204

10 156439

12 146046

13 163261

14 16O396

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Oper. Instr. 16 138047

Decal, Hood, R.H. 20 149516

Decal, Hood, L.H. 21 163205

Decal Hood Replacement - - 138311

Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 165800X428

Decal, Deck EZ3 - - 165799X428

Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 169210

Decal, Fender Danger - - 178706

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic - - 178707

Decal, Dash Phi

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Battery Diehard

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Era,

Decal, Fender AutoSears

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Decal By Pass LT Hydro

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

5,8

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

11 8

NOTE:

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

65139 Stem, Valve

106222X Tire, Front

59904 Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item

Only)

106732X427 Rim, Front

278H Fitting,Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

90401-1 Bearing, Flange(FrontWheel

Only)

106108X427 Rim, Rear

122082X Ttte,Rear

7152J Tube, RearTire (Not Provide€

Service item Only)

!04757X Cap, Axle

144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NU MBER 917.271065

LIFT ASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly

2159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing, Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red

11 139865 Link, Lift, LH.

12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

18 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link, Front

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

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spnng

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

_OTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1inch =-25.4 mm

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

157 _67

"" 142

!147

106/_ 102 103 105

,o_ ,/ ° /

102f_

119 118

13_ 115_

21 22

_2/3 24

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 68 144969

2STD533107 Bolt 92 73800600

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 101 136420

Front 102 71081010

4 165460 Brecket Sway Bar 38/42" 103 19061216

Deck 104 STD551110

5STD624008 RetainerSpring 105 160793

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 106 2029J

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8111 155197

9STD551137 Washer, Lock 112 155198

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 113 17060514

11 134149 Blade,Mulching 114 STD541431

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 115 72110504

Vented 116 4898H

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel, Vented 117 165746

15 110485X Bearing,Ball, Mandrel 118 73930600

16 174493 Stripper,Vented Mower Deck 119 STD551037

18 72140505 Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 121 143723

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 129 19131312

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 130 STD523710

21 STD541431 NutCrowntock5/16-18 UNC

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 131 STD533710

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 142 165890

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 143 157109

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 144 158634

26 110452X Nut, Push 145 165888

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 146 171977

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 147 131335

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 148 169022

30 157722 Screw ThdrolWasher Head 149 165898

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 150 19091216

32 153535 Pulley,Mandrel 151 169670

33 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 152 169676

34 STD533717 Bolt 153 169674

35 133835 Fastner, ChristmasTree 154 169675

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 155 169671

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 156 169672

Gauge 157 169669

40 STD541437 Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC 158 17720410

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 159 72140614

45 STD624003 Retainer

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 - - 130794

48 133944 Washer, Hardened

49 174284 RollerAssembly,Cam Follower

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Gr. 5- - 169583

51 STD541410 Locknut

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

67 149846 KnobCustom Oval

DESCRIPTION

V-Belt

Nut Lock Hex 3/8-16

MulcherCover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

LatchAssembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw 5/16-18

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt,Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centedock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.

Bolt, FinHex 3/8-16 UNC xl

Gr. 5

Bolt,Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNCx 1

ArmSpringBrake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler42"

Keeper Belt42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

BoltCardage Idler

SpringExtension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spdng Yellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spflng Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

RodClutch

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

Bolt Rdhd Sqn

3/8-16 UNC x 1- 3/4

Mandrel Assembly (includes

Key Numbers 8-10, 13-15, 31

and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete

(Standard Deck, Order

Separately Mulcher Plate and

GaugeWheel Components,

Key Nos. 101-106 and 111-

121)

NOTE: All component dimensions giveninU.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

17 2\

35 \

_' 63

119-

120-

109

I O7

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9OO

m 0

f" m

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t70351 Main Housing,Assembly 59 170408 Rotor, Brake

170352 SideHousing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck

170353 Center Section, Assembly 61 142881 Puck Plate

170354 Swashplate,Trunion Machined 62 142887 Brake Actuating Pin

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

170355 Sealant 10.50z SpecialFlange

170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

1,25 65 170411 Spacer

170357 Stud. 5/16-24 Hex Double End 66 170412 Spring, Brake Arm Bias

170358 Shaft, Input 67 170413 Sq. Hd. Bolt5/16-24-Ribbed

170359 Ring-Retaining 68 170414 Arm, Brake

170360 Spacer 69 170415 SlottedHex Nut 5/16-24

169870 Ring- Retaining 70 170416 Coiler Pin 3/32 X 3/4

170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 71 170417 CompressionSpringBrake

169869 Ball Srg 17ram Id X40mm Od An_-Drag

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

170362 Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16- .032

24X0.75 73 142884 Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/,

170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 × 7 O.D

170364 Arm,Control 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X1.0 X .25

150771 Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust 75 170420 Check Plug Assembly, .027,

170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer Washer

170360 Shaft, Motor 76 170421 Stud, 5/16-24 FdctJonPack

170367 Gear - Pinion, 13t 77 170422 Puck, .830 X 1.50 X .0975

170368 10t/48t Gear 78 142969 Spring,HelicalComp

170369 Gear, 10t Jackshaft 79 142980 Spacer

170370 601Bull Gear 60 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Unit

170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X (Nylon Insert)

.625 81 170423 Wedge, FdctionPack

170389 SleeveBeadng(Outboard) 82 170424 Clip, Washer.316xt.50x.t04

.75xl .750x.625 (Plated)

142991 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X 83 161162 Pin, Standard Headless

.13 Thk 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

170390 LipSeal Axle Seal 85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank

170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, 86 170427 ExpansionTank

R,H.) 87 170424 Cap - Poppet Valve

170392 Shaft. Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, 88 170429 Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X t/

L,H.) 90 170430 Puck, Inner Wedge

150792 Miter Gear (Splined) 93 170431 SpringClip - HousingThrust

150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 107 170432 Deflector

150809 Shaft 108 170433 Washer,Motor Shaft .71idx

170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining 1.15odx.030thk

170394 Pin, Jeckshaft 109 170434 Plug, Sae #6

170395 Magnet, Ring 111 170435 O-Ring .07X .301 I.D.

170396 Spring, Bypass 112 170436 Shield,Vent

150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion

Long Tank

170397 Filter 116 170438 SiliconSponge

170398 Base, Filter 119 170439 Fan, 7 In.

170999 Actuator, Bypass 120 170440 Pulley

170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 121 170441 Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon

170401 Arm, Bypass Insert)

170202 Retaining Ring .250 External 122 170442 Washer, Belleville

170403 Seal, Lip .741 X.250 X .250 123 170443 13eltKeeper

To 124 170444 CenterSection-Filter-Bypas

170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.00d Assembly

X,05 Thk 125 170445 Filter Assembly

170405 RetainingRing 126 170446 Fan. Pulley Sen/ice Assem

170406 Bearing, Center Block 127 170447 Seal - O-Ring Kit

142977 Spring - Helical Compression 128 173165 Kit, Expansion Tank

142978 Washer 900 166768 TransaxleComplete

150798 20w-50 O_l

170407 Breke Yoke NOTE: AIIcomponentdlmensionsgivenlnU.S..

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596

AIR INTAKE I

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BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

ENGINE CONTROLS I

EXHAUST I

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596

AIR INTAKE ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO,

KEY PART

DESCRiPTiON NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 12-743-05-S Kit, Air Cleaner (Includes

Key Numbers 2thru 12)

2 25-341-02-S Knob, Air Cleaner Cover

3 12-096-24-S Cover, Air Cleaner

4 12-083-08-S Precleaner Element

5 12-100-01-S Wing Nut

6 X-25-63-S Washer, Plain 1/4

7 12-083-05-S Element, Air Cleaner

(Includes #7)

8 12-313-04-S Grommet

9 12-094-12-S Base, Air Cleaner

(Includes Key Numbers 9

and 10)

10 12-072-05-S Stud, Mounting Plate M6 x

1.0 x 66

11 12-086-01-S Screw, #10 Hi-Lo Thread

Forming (2)

12 12-041-02-S Gasket, Air Cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 12-113-53-S Decal, Air Cleaner

CRANKSHAFT

1 12-079-07-S Linkage, Choke

2 12-237-01-S Clamp, Cable

3 M-0664020-S Screw, Locked Socket

M6 x 1.0 x 20 (2)

4 M-0545016-S Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x .8 x 16

5 12-536-09-S Control, Speed Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 6

through 9)

6 M-0443020-S Screw, Pan Head

M4 x 0.7 x 20

7 SM-0443025-SScrew, Pan Head

M4 x 0.7 x 25

8 12-089-11-S Spring, Choke Adjust (2)

9 12-089-23-S Spring, Choke Return

10 12-089-24-S Spring, Governor

11 M-0641060-S Nut, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0

12 SM-0642025-SScrew, Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 25

13 12-090-05-S Lever, Governor

14 25-158-11-S Bushing, Throttle Linkage

15 12-079-01-S Linkage, Throttle

16 25-158-08-S Bushing, Linkage

Retaining

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

112-014-37-S Crankshaft

212-139-01-S Plug, Cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0545010-S Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (8)

2 24-468-10-S Washer, Plain 1/4

3 12-146-07-S Plate, Blower Housing

4 M-0645020-S Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 20

6 24-096-05-S Cover, Pinion

7 12-027-32-S Housing, Blower

9 12-141-01-S Ring, Retainer (2)

8 12-096-28-S Cover

10 25-154-02-S Clip, Mounting (3)

11 M-0545020-S Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x .8 x 20 (3)

12 12-063-05-S Baffle, Intake Side

13 M-0645016-S Screw, Hex Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 16 (2)

14 12-063-08-S Baffle, Cylinder Head

15 12-063-01-S Baffle, Cylinder

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 12-113-64-S Decal, Horsepower

1 M-0829033-S Stud, M8 x 1.25 x 33 (2)

2 12-041-03-S Gasket, Exhaust Manifold

3 M-0841080-S Nut, Hex Flange

M8 x 1.25 (2)

4 12-126-11-S Bracket, Muffler

512-445-06-S Strap, Lifting

6 M-0645025-S Screw, HexFlange

M6 x 1.0 x 25 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

-- 12-522-18 Short Block

-- 12-755-59-S Gasket Set

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1500-2000

RPM Settings: High Speed: 3200-3400

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596

FUEL SYSTEM I

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'_9

/,o:

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J

25_

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 M-641060-S

2 X-22-11-S

3 M-629116-S

4 12-853-94-S

5 12-041-02-S

6 12-053-94-S

7 12-041-01-S

812-265-04-S

9 X-426-9-S

10 25-353-10-S

11 25-050-02-S

12 47-154-01-S

13 12-757-02-S

14 12-757-33-S

15 12-041-06-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

--12-041-01-S

- - 12-757-03-S

- - 12-518-37-S

-- M-561010-S

--24-452-20-S

- - 12-454-03-S

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Nut, Hex. Flange t 12-351-01-S

M6xl.0 (2) 2 12-755-60-S

Washer, Lock 3 12-411-01-S

Stud (NRP) (2) , 4 12-041-10-S

Kit, carburetor (Includes 5- 5 12-017-01-S

7 Qty. 1 & 25 452 20

Terminal) 12-017-02-S

Gasket, air cleaner

Carburetor assembly (For 6 12-016-01-S

information only not 12-016-02-S

available separately)

(Includes 13-15, & 12 757 7 12-146-13-S

03-3 kit, carburetor repair 8 12-468-05-S

Gasket, Carburetor 9 12-112-13-S

Deflector, heat

Clamp, hose (2) 10 12-086-15-S

Line, fuel 9"

Filter, Fuel 11 12-089-01-S

Clip, Cable 12 12-173-01-S

Kit, Float 13 12-755-03-S

Kit, solenoid repair 14 X-426-9-S

(Includes 15, 12 454 03-S 15 12-326-03-S

Tie wire, & 25-452 20-S 16 M-0645020-S

Terminal

Gasket, bowl retainer screw 17 12-096-07-S

18 235011-S

Gasket, Carburetor 19 24-032-05-S

Kit, Carburetor Repair 20 M-0640034-S

Lead, Red( 37", 20 Gauge,

Uninsulated Socket and 21 24-194-01-S

_nsulated Socket Terminal) 22 24-186-03-S

Screw, Thread Forming 23 M-0545010-S

M5 X -.8 x 10

Terminal 24 12-018-01-S

Tie, Cable 25 12-402-02-S

26 12-318-09-S

27 X-75-23-S

Lifter, Valve (2)

Kit, Cylinder Head

Rod, Push (2)

Gasket, Cylinder Head

Valve, Intake, Standard

Size

Valve, Intake, .25"

Oversize

Valve, Exhaust, Standard

Valve, Exhaust, .25"

Oversize

Plate, Guide

Washer, Plain 13/32

Spacer, Head Bolt Exhaust

Port

Screw, Hex Flange

M10 x 1.5 x 81 (5)

Spring, Valve (2)

Cap, Valve Spring (2)

Kit, Retainer (2)

Clamp, Hose (2)

Hose, Breather

Screw, Hex Flange

M6x1.0x20(5)

Cover, Valve with Nipple

Retainer, Spring

Seal, Valve Stem

Screw, Hex Flange

M6xlx34(2)

Pivot, Rocker Arm (2)

Arm, Rocker (2)

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 10

Retainer, Breather Reed

Reed, Breather

Head, Cylinder

Plug, Pipe, Allen Head 1/8

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596

IGNITION /ELECTRICAL I

Q--s

OIL PAN /LUBRICATION I

6...%

_10

CRANKCASE I

23 22

STARTING SYSTEM I

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596

IGNITION /ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-086-14-S Screw, Hex Flange

MlOx 1.5x46

212-468-03-S Washer, Plain 3/8

3 24-162-03-S Screen, Grass

4 25-084-47-S Bolt, shoulder (4)

5 12-157-03-S Spacer, Fan (4)

6 X-42-15-S Key

7 12-025-37-S Flywheel Assembly

8 12-155-09-S Connector

9 M-0548025-S Screw, Hex Cap

M5 x0.8 x 25 (2)

10 M-0545010-S Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2)

11 12-085-10-S Stator

12 12-132-02-S Spark Plug

13 X-728-1-S Clip, Cable

14 12-584-04-S Module ignition

15 M-0545020-S Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 20 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

--12-518-35-S

- - 12-454-03-S

Lead, White, Ground To Kill

(36", 18 Gauge, Fully

Insulated Push-on Tab and

Uninsulated Push-on Tab

Terminals)

Tie wire

OIL PAN /LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

12-038-01-S

25-755-13-S

12-153-03-S

12-153-02-S

12-123-04-S

M-645025-S

12-153-01-S

25-162-07-S

12-096-03-S

M-545016-S

12-050-01-S

25-462-09-S

X-75-10-S

12-393-01-S

12-153-06-S

12-096-34-S

M-545016-S

12-032-03-S

24-086-16-S

24-086-17-S

12-199-56-S

CRANKCASE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12-032-03-S

12-522-18-S

12-445-02-S

M-0839025-S

12-380-03-S

12-755-49-S

12-089-18-S

12-422-08-S

12-422-09-S

12-422-10-S

12-422-11-S

12-422-12-S

12-422-13-S

12-422-07-S

9 12-144-27-S

10 12-874-07-S

12-874-08-S

12-874-09-S

11 12-018-02-S

12 12-108-07-S

12-108-08-S

12-108-09-S

13 12-067-05-S

12-067-06-S

DESCRIPTION 14 12-380-Ol-S

Dipstick Assembly 15 12-043-05-S

(Includes Key Numbers 216 M-0631005-S

and 3) 17 12-144-02-S

Kit, Oil Fill Cap (Includes 18 52-139-09-S

Key #3) 19 12-755-64-S

O-Ring, Dipstick

O-Ring, Upper Oil Fill Tube

Tube, Oil Fill 20 12-144-24-S

Screw, Hex Flange 21 X-25-102-S

M6 x 1.0 x 25 22 12-032-01-S

O-Ring, Lower Oil Fill Tube 23

Screen, Oil Pick-up 24

Cover, Oil Pick-up Screen

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 16 STARTING SYSTEM

Oil, Filter

Valve Oil Pressure Relief KEY PART

Plug, square hd solid 3/8" NO. NO.

Oil Pump Assembly 1 M-053g070-S

O-Ring, Oil pump Cover

Cover, Oil Pump 2 25-098-03-S

Screw, Hex Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 16 (3) 3 12-755-54-S

(P.T.O, End) 4 12-227-06-S

Screw, Hex. Flange 545-170-03-S

M8 X 1.25 X 45 (11) 7 12-227-11-S

Screw, Hex. Flange 812-086-25-S

M8X 1.25X45

Pan, Oil Assembly

(Includes 12, 14-17)

Seal, Crankshaft

Block, Cylinder (Use Short

Block)

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Hex Flange

M8x1.25x25

Dowel, Locating (4)

Kit, Camshaft (Includes

Key #7 & 8)

Spring, Actuating

Shim, Camshaft, Blue

Shim, Camshaft, Red (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Yellow

(A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Green

(A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Grey (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Black (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, White (A.R.)

Shaft, Balance

Piston w/Ring Set

Standard

Piston w/Ring Set .25"

Oversize

Piston w/Ring Set .50"

Oversize

Retainer, Piston Pin (2)

Ring Set, Standard

Ring Set .25" Oversize

Ring Set .50" Oversize

Connecting Rod, Standard

Connecting Rod .25"

Oversize

Pin, Governor Regulating

Gear, Governor Assembly

Washer, Plain, 6mm

Shaft, Governor Gear

Plug, Cup

Kit, Shaft, Governor Cross,

with Clip (Includes Key #20

and 24)

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 1/4

Seal, Governor Cross Shaft

SM-0631015-SWasher, Plain, 6ram

12-154-05-S Clip, Hitch Pin

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Hex Flange

M8x1.25x70(2)

Starter Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 3-8)

Kit, Drive End

Cap, Drive End

Armature

End Cap, Commutator

Screw, Hex Flange

1/4-20 x 4-5/8 (2)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

_r _ ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

_Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ]

AJk greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme |

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