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Owner's Manual

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16.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No

917.271080

•Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

•Repair Parts

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CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat

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

Visit our Craftsman Website: www, sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ........... :..................................... 2

Safety Rules ..,..._.;;:.:-,,._ ....................... 2

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

AssembLy..:........ ._.....:i_..:: ...................... 8

Operation ......i: ......._:...._........................ 11

Maintenance SchedUle ......................... 18

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

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

Storage ................................................. 28

Troubleshooting ....................... ; ............ 29

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

Pads Ordering ....................... Back Cover

LIMITEDTWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-

tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,

Sears will repail" o1_replace free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

workmanship. _ .

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

tery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty

'service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from

the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the

date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-

ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-

able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This

warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you

specific legal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich may vary from state to

state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

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•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave arunning machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

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 ifyou 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 straightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do nottum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

• Do notmo_ on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Donottrytostabilizethemachineby

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence o! 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 o! 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

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running.Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a dosed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment botts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good concr_on.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine tocool before

stodng.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

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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 pads,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always lookdown 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 ofthe mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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

across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•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 straightdown the

slope.

•Donotturnonslopesunlessnecessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TIONl!! BECOME AWARE!!f YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

_LCAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal startingwhen setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

A, WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOUNE 125 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 10W30

_,PI-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

_AP: .040")

_ALVE CLEARANCE: NOTADJUSTABLE

3ROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0 -5.5

IMPH): REVERSE: 0- 2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT.' 14 PSI

I_IEAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15 AMPS @3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES'.

MAINTENANCEAGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

,AWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

Califomia Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(1) Large Rat Washer

O

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Lockwasher

3/8

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18x 1-1/4 @(1) Locknut

5/16-18

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5116-t8

©(1) Knob

(1) Washer

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

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8

(2) WeldNuts#10

_(2) Lock

Washers #10

i_ (2) Washers

3/16 x 3/4 x 16

Gauge

Parts packet separately in carton

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Seat Video

4_ ca'_ett'_e_

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Mulcher

Plate ,,// /

Steering

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) La_h Hook

Assemblies

U

Steering

Wheallnsed

Steering Wheel

Adapter

Wheel teedng

T7

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Manual Parts Bag

Slope Sheet

<_ (2) Keys

3

Steenng o

Extension

Sha_

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Yournewtractorhasbeen assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

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

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

as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) Pliers drive ratchet

(2) 1/2" wrench (1) PhillipsScrew-

(1) Utility knife driver

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or lefthand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shippingcarton, and

lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

AI"rACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

•Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten-

sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure-

ly to 18-22 ft. Ibs, torque.

•Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointingstraight forward.

•Slide steering wheel adapter onto steer-

ing shaft extension.

iosition steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

.._.._._- Insert

_%_---._ 3/8 Hex Bolt

-_"-"-- 3/8 Lockwasher

Large Fla_'___;

Washer I_--)

.___ Steering

Steering Wheel _ Boot

Tabs

5/ sx

Lnw=, ,,_, '": -'- --ab

Steering __ ",_

Shaft _.... _,= Slots

_... ._,/"

•Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that maypuncture tires

where tractor is to roll offskid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

iPress lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to itshighest position.

Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

•Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECKBATTERY

• Liftseatpanto raisedpositionandopen

batteryboxdoor.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section ofthis manual for charging

instructions).

Battery

Label

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove cardboard pecking on seat pan.

Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

issemble adjustment knob and fiat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until acomfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down,

•Get off seat without moving its adjusted

Ipositlon.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder Bolt

Adjustment

Knob Flat

Washer

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be propedy leveled. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

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CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts in

the Service and Adjustments sectoin of

this manual. Verify that the belts are rout-

ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

usingscrew, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Preoassemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

•Raise and hold deflector shield in ulP

right position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

•Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Weld Nut From Hook Points

The Top \Down

Lock

Weld Washer

Screw

Latch Latch

Washer

Mulcher

Plate

Nut •

Look Washer

Washer

'_._ Screw

Deflector

Shield

.atch Hooks

_,CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installationof optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

_' All assembly instructionshave been

completed,

_/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

v' Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

cutting results. ('13resmust be properly

inflated for leveling).

Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

andinside all belt keepers.

Check wiring. See that all connections

are stillsecure and wires are properly

clamped.

Before driving tractor,be sure free-

wheel contro/is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRAGTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

4' Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

,/ It is important to purge the transmis-

sion before operating your tractor for

the first time. Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions

(See "TO START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op-

eration section of this manual).

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These symbols may appear OR your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP !

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L c® 31

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

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DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREEWHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Attachment Ignition

Clutch Lever Switch

LightSwitch

Position

Ammeter

Throttle/Choke

Control

LiftLever

Attachment

Lift Lever

Pedal

Freewheel

Control

Height

Adjustment

Knob

,Brake

. Motion

Control Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to

engage the mower blades, or other attach-

ments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Tums the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used to

control engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages

transmission for'pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the

speed and direction of the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

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Theoperationof anytractorcan resultinforeign 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 awide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan-

dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine is

running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

=BRAKE" position and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in =EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Throttle/Choke Attachment Clutch

Control Lever =Engaged"

Height "_

Adjustment =Disengaged"

Knob

Brake

=Brake" =Engaged"

Position Position

Control Lever

Pedal

=Ddve" Position "Disengaged"

Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch Lever to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE-

• To stop ground drive, depress

clutchtbrake pedal into full "BRAKE" po-

sition.

•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 depressed.

ENGINE -

•Move throttlecontrol to slew position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire'.

•Turn ignitionkeyto"OFF"positionand

removekey.Always removekey when

leavingtractortopreventunauthorizeduse.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignitionswitch

in any positionother than =OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditionswhen

tractor isstanding idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

_t_pcPingtractor on grass areas.

AUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as descdbed above, before leaving

the operator's position, to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

•Release parking brake and clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position:

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Turn knob clockwise (C) to raise cuffing

heighL

•Turn knob countemlockwise (O)to

lower cuffing height.

The cutting height range is approximately

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

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are ap-

proxbnate-and may vary depending upon

soil conditions, height of grass and types

of grass being mowed.

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•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng the

Coolseason and to over 3 inches during

hot months. For healthier and better

lookinglawns, mow often and after

moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-

tively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightlyoff 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 condi-

tions.

•Adjust gauge wheels Withtractor on a

flat level surface.

•Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TOADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled so they are slightly off the ground.

Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washel', and 3/8-

16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

•Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel

Mounting

Bracket

3/8-16

3/8 Washer Shoulder

Gaugq Bolt

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

•Select desired height of cut.

•Lower mower with attachement lift con-

trol.

•Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES i- disen-

gage attachment clutch (_ontr01:_

,_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mowe_

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

Attachment Lift

AttachmentclUtchLever'_V everHighPosition

"Engaged" .--._

. o=°W on

O sengaoea'/7Y

Position

Guard

_O OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hillswith slopes greater than 15°and ck

not drive across any slope.Use the slo_

guide provided at the back of this mand

Choose the slowest speed before st_

ling down hills.

up or

Avoid stopping or changing speed 0_

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•if stopping is absolutely necessary,

clutch/brake pedal quicklyto brake

tion and engage parking brake.

•Move motion control lever to neutr_

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control leve

does not return to neutral (N) poeitlon_

when the clutch/brake pedal is depres,,

•To restart movement, slowly releas_

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal

•Slowly move motion control lever to _i

slowest setting.

• Make all turns Slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, 10_,

sure to disengage transmission by placlw

freewheel control in freewheeling pesitid

Freewheel control is located at the rear'.'

drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment liftto highest positi_l:l

with attachment lift control.

Pull freewheel control.knobout and.I_

in pos lion by inserting retainer spnng_.

into forward hole of control rod. "_

Do not push or tow tractor at more thal_

two (2) MPH.

•To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure_

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NOTE: To protect hood from damage when

transporting your tractor on a truck or a

trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured

to tractor. Use an appropriate means of

tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

A'I'I'ACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy of

a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

"13rescan lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already tilled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip-

stick; 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 nec-

essary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART- in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the

Maintenance section in this manual.

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 tempera-

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

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

_,WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (cafled gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emp-

tied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let

it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-

Znct damage may occur.

AUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

•onseat opera aepre

du br ped and pa ng brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

•Move attachment clutch to =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and tum 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)

•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.

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COLDWEATHERSTARTING( 50° Fand

below)

Whenengine starts, allow engine to run

w_th the throttle control in the choke

position until the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an engine warm-

up period from several seconds to sev-

eral minutes, depending on the temper-

ature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

•Place the motion control lever in neutral.

Release the parking brake and let the

clutch/brake slowly return to operating

position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

•The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: 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 "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and -Adjustments section of this

•manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

,_ 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 trans-

mission be purged before operating tractor

for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

•Place tractor safely on level surface wltL

engine off and parking brake set.

•Disengage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in freewheeling position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine,

After the engine is running, move throt-

tle control to slow position. With motion

control lever in neutral (N) position,

slowly disengage clutch/brake:pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full forward

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Move lever to full reverse position ands"

hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this _,

procedure three (3) times. I

NOTE: During this procedure there will I_-

no movement of drive wheels. The air i_

being removed from hydrauhc drive sys_

tern. 0_

•Move motion control lever to neutral (f

position. Shut off engine and set parl_

brake. ,_,".'

• Engage transmission by placing free_!=

wheel control in driving position (S_

"TO TRANSPORT" in this section of,_'

manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine

After the engine is running, move thi'0

tie control to half (1/2) speed. With f=

motion control lever in neutral (N) po_

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal, i'

•Slowly move motion control lever for,,

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motl(

control lever to reverse position. Afte_

the tractor moves approximately five (

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this p=

cedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

•Your tractor is now purged and ready I,

normal operation.

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MOWING TIPS

•Mower should be propedy 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.

•Ddvesothatclippingsaredschargedonto

the area that has been cuL Have the cut area

to the dghtof the _x:tor. This wil result ina

moreevend'strbutionofcl'ppingsandmore

uniformcuu_.

•When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left

hand tums until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave unde-

sirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of out desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachmant being used.

J

MULCHING MOWING TiPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-upgrass 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 intothe

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrientsfor the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut-

ting 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

aftemoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will notbe

exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

onlythe 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 condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattem from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn,

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE +

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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 pedodi-

cally to propedy maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

•Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation.

•Check tire pressure.

•Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

7- Tightenfro_tuk_ pivotboRto35 It.-bs. maximum.

Do notcvw_ghten.

LUBRICATION CHART

OSpindle

Zerk Zerk

OFrontWheel Wheel

Beadng

Beadng Zerk Ze_

_Engine

OAttachment

0SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OIL

General Purpose Grease

@Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bear-ings.

Viscous lubdcants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubdcating

beedngs. If you feel they must be lubricated,

use only a dry, powdered graphite type !ubri-

cant spadngly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

"1"OADJUST 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 rub-

bero

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat tires due to slow leeks, tire sealant

may be pumhased from your local parts

dealer. "l'iresealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and inter-

lock systems are working properly, if your

tractor does not function as descdbed

below, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

•Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

•install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

•Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Blade Mandrel Assembly

(Grade 8)_,,_,. Flat

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identifiedby six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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

balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while it is on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a

5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructionssupplied with bal-

ancer).

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion

ofthe steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt

or pin parallel with the ground. If blade

is balanced, itshould remain in ahod-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end untilthe blade is balanced.

Center Hole

or

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its

life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

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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 BATTERYAND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can caUse the battery to "leak"

power.

• Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease orpetroleum

jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLAC NG

BATTERY '_in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section Of this manu-

al).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration anti 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.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authodzed service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION.

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

!with API service classification SF, SG, or

l_:coSH.Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

rding to your expected operating tem-

_:_rature.

r.'

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 start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determ!ne temperature range expected

before oil change, All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG, or SH.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.:

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.:

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual•

•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.

Air Cleaner Cover Knob

Cover

Foam Nut

Grommet

Air Cleaner

Bass

Cap'Dipstlck

2O

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screenmustbekeptfreeof dirt and

chaffto preventenginedamagefrom over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

•Remove knob and cover.

•Remove wing nut and air cleaner from

base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it

to dry.

•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 car-

tridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartddge

or use pressudzed air, as this will damage

the cartridge.

•Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartddge.

•Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover

and tighten knob securely.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, coolingtins, and other

extemal surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirtyconditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and extemal 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 coofingshrouds re-

moved will cause engine damage due to

overheating.

ENGINE OIL RLTIER

Replace the engine oil tilter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

•Drain oil from engine crankcase (See

"TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this sec-

tion of this manual, throughstep remove

drain plug).

•Remove oil filter and wipe off filter

adapter.

•Apply a thin coating of new engine oilto

the rubber gasket on replacement oilfil-

ter.

•Install replacement oil filter on filter

adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until

rubber gasket contacts the tilter adapter,

then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn.

•Fillcrankcase with new oil (See =TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section

ofthis manual). For approximate capac-

ily see uPRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

•Start the engine and check for oil leaks.

Correct any leaks before placing engine

into full operation.

Oil Rlter /

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark :_rrester(if equipped) as it couldcre-

ate a tire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-UNE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug

line sections.

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• Placenewfuelfilterin positionin fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

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 elec-

trical system, muffler,air filterand carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

life.

A, CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

•Place attachment clutchin =DISENGAGED" position.

• Turn ignitionkey =OFF"and remove key.

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

wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in

contact with

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

•Roll belt off engine pulley.

•Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever

by removing retainer spring.

•Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

•Disconnectsuspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs. Clutc

•Disconnect front linksfrom deck by

removing retainer springs.

•Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

•Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

•Install mOwerin reverse order of

removal instructions.

Retainer

Suspension

Arms Front

Link

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Swaybar

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Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Springs

(Bo_ Sides)

TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING

Adjustthe mowerwhiletractoris parked

onlevelgroundor driveway.Makesure

tiresare properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). If tires are

over or undednflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

•At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

•If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full tum of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

°Recheck measurements after adiusting.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge

Mower To _ of Mower To

GroundA__TAGr°und

_Suspension

.oO

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so that

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "O" 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. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

tums.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on beth 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 beth front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both Front Unks Should be Equal in Length

. _ I Nut "E"

Nut F'_

Trunnion/-

Links -_- "_

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT (See Illustration Next Page)

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

•Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

•Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

•Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

•Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

•Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions

23

Mandrel Idler Pulleys

Mandrel

Pulley

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 high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut =A".

•Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department.

With Parking

Brake

"Engage"

Nut

Nut "A"

Arm

Do Not touchthis nut. I1lurther brake adjustment is

necessary contact your nearest authorized service

center/department

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See ='I'O REMOVE

; MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

•Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

•Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over cool-

ing fan blades.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around engine

pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure.

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.

•Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

dght rear wheel, and lightlytighten.

•Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move forward

or backward.

•Hold motion control lever in that position

and turn engine off.

iWhile holding motion controllever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

Move motion control lever to the neutral

•(N) (lock gate) position.

Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additonal clearance is needed to

get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck

height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, ifthe

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motioncontrol lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

•Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 112

inch inthe directionit is tryingto creep.

Tighten adjustment bolt securely,

Start engine and test.

•If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps

until satisfied.

24

Motion Control Lever Neutral

Lock Gate

': Adjustment Bolt

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 hori-

zontal (left to dght) when wheels are posi-

tioned straight forward, remove steering

wheel and reassemble per instructions in

the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/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, co_ntactyour nearest authorized

service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

• Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

•Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only:,align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

•Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat 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

R_r.tainin, _fr_

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TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

=,CAUTION: Lead-acid batterias gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (Sea

"BA'I-I'ERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

•Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

Positive Terminal Terminal

PositiveTerminal

Battery

Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

• Liftseat pan to raised position and open

battery box door.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

•Install new battery with terminals in

same positionas old battery.

•Firstconnect RED battery cable to posi-

rive (+) terminal with bex bolt and keps

nut as shown. Tighten securely.

•Connect BLACK groundingcable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining hex

bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

• Close battery box door.

Keps Hex Bolt

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

Seal

Battery Box

Door

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-

vent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

•Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

• tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedures.

_\,,\" Hood

\\,\ }"\,, Headlight

Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

road engine repair establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

•Check to see if hole in throttle lever and

hole in speed control bracket are

aligned.

•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.

•Pull throttle cable up to remove slack

and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove

alignment pencil or drill bit.

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TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-

sary. However, minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel

to the engine giving a leaner fueVair mix-

ture. "Fuming the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

the seats in carburetor may result if nee-

die is turned 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 limlter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

•Be sure you have a clean air filter and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see above).

•Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make adjustments with engine

running and shift]motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

•Idle soeed setting - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should

idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too

slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is at-

tained.

•Idle fuel needle settina - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn 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.

•Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-

sary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

•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 govemor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest AUTHO-

RIZED service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Cable Clamp ....______

Screw

Throttle Lever

Idle Speed

Adjusting

Screw

Idle Fuel

Adjusting

Needle

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Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_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 stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractorfor winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See _CLEANING" in

the Maintenance section ofthismanual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructionsin the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a pedod of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage dudng long pedods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see =TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed and place cables where they cannot

come in contact with battery terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential fuel

system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter,

fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also,

experience indicates that alcohol blenl

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanolt

methanol) can attract moisture which t

to separation and formation of acids dl

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fu

system of an engine while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank. i

•Start the engine and let it run until th

fuel lines and carburetor are empty. ,,

•Never use engine or carburetor cleafl

products in the fuel tank or Permane_ '

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable_,

alternative in minimizing the formation

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storag_

container. Always follow the mix ratio _I_

found on stabilizer container. Run eng.ir_

at least 10 minutes after adding Stab,liz_

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbu_

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbu'd

tot 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).'

CYUNDER(S)

•Remove spark plug(S).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug_

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Tum ignition key to "START" position for

a few seconds to distribute oil.

•Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to

rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will

cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust aroas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not tum

over

CAUSE CORRECTION

•Out of fuel.

•Engine not =CHOKED"

properly.

•Engine flooded. •

•Bad spark plug. •

• Dirty air filter. •

••Dirty fuel filter. •

•Water in fuel. •

•Loose or damaged widng. •

•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

Dirty air filter. •

Bad spark plug. •

•Weak or dead battery, •

• Dirty fuel filter, •

•Stale or dirty fuel. •

•Loose or damaged wiring. •

•Carburetor out of adjust- •

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

•Attachment clutch is

engaged.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Blown fuse.

•Corroded battery termi-

nals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty ignition switch.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Faulty operator presence

sw ch(es).

•Fill fuel tank.

•See =TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel fil-

ter.

Check all widngo

•See =To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center,

I.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace battery.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Check all widng.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment

clutch.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuse.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all widng.

•Check/replace ignition

switch.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

•Weak or dead battery.

•Corroded battery termi-

nals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Cutting too much

grass/too fast.

•Throttle in =CHOKE" posi-

tion.

•Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

•Dirty air filter.

•Low oil level/dirty oil.

•Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•Water in fuel.

•Spark plug wire loose.

•Dirty engine air

screen/fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

•Loose/damaged part(s).

•Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Engine clicks but

will notstart

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with

attachment clutch

engaged

CORRECTION

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Set in "Higher Cut" posi-

tion/reduce speed.

Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gaso-

line and replace fuel filter.

Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

Clean engine air screen/fins.

Clean/replace muffler.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose pad(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center/

department.

30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Poor cut -uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass dis

charge

Headlight(s) not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery will not

charge

CAUSE

•Wom, bent or loose blade.

•Mower deck not level.

•Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

•Worn/damaged mower

ddve bell

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

•Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

•Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pres-

sure.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

•Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly

installed.

•Improper blades used.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Switch is =OFF'.

•Bulb(s) burned out.

•Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

•Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty altemator.

CORRECTION

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Remove obstruct_n.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Place throttle control in

=FAST" position.

•Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

•Level mower deck.

•Check tires for proper air

pressure.

•Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

I•Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Tum switch =ON".

•Replace bulb(s).

•Check/replace light switch.

•Check wiring and connections.

•Replace fuse.

•Replace battery.

•Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

•Replace alternator.

31

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Loss of drive

Engine =backfires"

when tuming

engine "OFF"

CAUSE

•Freewheel control in "dis-

engaged" position.

•Motion drive belt worn,

damaged or broken.

•Air trapped in transmis-

sion during shipment

or servicing.

•Engine throttle control not

set at =SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

•Place freewheel control in

=engaged" position.

•Replace motion drive belt.

•Purge transmission.

•Move throttlecontrol to

=SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

RF.D m.ACK

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

G

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FUSE30AMP.

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CLUTCH/BRAKE

STARTER

SOLENOID

A

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FUELSHUT-OFF

SOLENO_

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

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WIRING INSULAI"ED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIPJNG INSULATED CLIPS _REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE,REPLAC_EDTO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

33

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 163465

2 74760412

8 156417

16 161343

19 STD551125

2O 7335O4OO

21 166182

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 166180

27 735104O0

28 4207J

29 160784

30 140301

31 124211X

32 141226

33 109310X

40 166145

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 7364O4OO

45 122822.X

52 141940

70 166661

DESCRIPTION

Batten/12 Volt28 Amp

Bolt,Hex Head 1/4-20 uriCx 3/4

Case, Batten/Mech Hinge

Switch,_ntedock N Opn/N Opn

Washer. Lock

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC

Harness, Light Socket(Includes4152J)

Bulb,light

Cable, Battery, 6Gauge, Red, 11"

Cable, Batten/,6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

Fuse, 15Amp

Nut Keps Hexl/4-20 Uric

Cable, Ground,6 Gauge, Black, 12"

Switch, PlungerNormal Op Olive

Switch, tgnit'_n

Nut, IgnillOn

Cover, Key Switch

Key, Ignition

Hamess, Ignition

Bolt,Hex Head, Fin. 114-20x 1/2

Cover,Terminal,Red

Solenoid

Nut Keps BIk Hey, 114.20UNC

Ammeter Rectangular

ProtectionWire Loop

Harness Engine

NOTE: AJIcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

28

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54

55

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165583

2 140356

3 17490612

4 19131216

5 155272

9 161917X013

10 STD533710

11 155927

12 145660

13 155936

14 17490608

17 144983X558

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 145198X558

29 155217

30 151287X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 161464

55 145202

57 STD522507

58 150127

60 72140606

64 154798

74 7368O6OO

140 158418

142 156095

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

--5479J

NOTE:

ChassisStamping

Drawbar

Screw,Thd. Roll. 3/6-16 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

BumperHood/Dash

Dash

Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LH.

ClipTmnemlan Grille P/1.

Panel, Dash, R.H.

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

HondAssanlb_y

BumperHood

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut

Gnlle w/ClipsMSo558

Lens,Gdlla

Fend/FtmstPnt STLT N HLD 558

Bracket,Fender Support

ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

PivotBracketAssembly,LH.

PivotBracketAssembly,R.H.

Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

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

BracketGriflePickoffU-I

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Bracket GnllaPickoffRH

Bolt, FinHex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

DuctAir Engine P/I. LT

Boll RdhdSqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Dash LowerSTLT

Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

BracketSun Front

Plate ReinforcementSTLT

BracketSwaybarChassis

BracketPnt FootrestSTLT

FUodPivot Chassis/Hood

Plug,Button

Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1inch =25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

GROUND DRIVE

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 74 121199X

HydroGear Model 319-0650 75 121749X

2 142431 Spdng,Return, Brake

3 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 76 STD581075

8 165866 Rod Shift FenderAdjust 77 123583X

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 79 121748X

14 10040400 Washer LockHvy Helical

16 STD541431 NutLockHexW/lns. 5/16-18 81 165591

Uoc

18 STD523710 BoltFinHex 3/8.16Uncx1 Gr. 82 165711

5 83 19171216

19 STD541437 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16 84 165815

Uoc 86 71208

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 87 19212016

22 145627 Rod, Brake Hydro 88 12000008

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3',8-16 Uric 89 158388

25 106888X Spring,Brake ROd 90 124346X

26 S'rD551037 Washer 91 747805.36

27 STD561210 PinCotter 1/9 x 3/4 CAD. 92 74780524

28 145204 ROd,ParkingBrake

29 124236X Cap, ParkingBrake 93 142564

30 130807 Bracket, Transaxle 94 140462

32 74760512 BoltHexHd 5/16-18Uocx3/4 95 144643

34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 96 4497H

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 97 140469

36 19211616 Washer

37 1572H Pin, Roll 98 73510600

38 131494 Pulley,Idler, Flat 100 19111216

39 STD523727 Belt 102 141322

40 4470J Spacer,Split 103 73940800

41 165838 Keeper, Belt Idler

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x12 104 140156

Gauge 105 71070516

43 19111012 Washer 11/32x5/8x12Ga. 106 74780520

47 127783 Pulley, Idler,V-Groove

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 116 72110610

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 144 19111016

50 STD523715 Bolt 145 74490540

51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 150 165850

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 151 19133210

53 105710X Link, Clutch 156 166002

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 157 153236

56 STD523712 Bolt Hex 3",8-16x 1-1/4 158 165589

57 140294 V-Bolt 159 165494

59 140312 Keeper, CentarSpan 160 19292016

61 17490612 ScrewThdrol. 3/8-16x3,'4Ty. 161 72140406

"17"

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 162 73680400

63 140186 Pulley,Engine 163 74780416

64 71170764 BoltHex 7116-20x4 Gr. 5 164 19091010

65 STD551143 Washer 165 165623

66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 166 166880

70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine 168 165492

71 140158 StrapTorque Lh Hydro 15/20"T 169 165580

72 19132012 Washer 13/32 x1-114 x12

Gauge

73 156347 StrapTorque Rh Hydro 18/20"T

NO. DESCRIPTION

Spacer, Split

Washer 25/32 x 1-114x 16

Gauge

E-Ring

Key,Square

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

Gauge

SheftAsm. Cross Tapered65(;

20

SpringTorsion T/A

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

Unk Transaxle0650 LT/YT/ST

Bushing

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

Ring Klip #5304-62

Console,Shift

Nut Self-ThdWsh-hd 114Zinc

Boltfin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 2.,';

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 1-

112

Line Fuel Hydro4"

Fan, Hydro7"

Control BypassHydro20" 3ire

Retainer Spring1"Zinc/Cad

Keeper Bolt Rh Hydro 0750.

18/20"

NUt Keps Hex 3/8-16 Unc

Washer 11/32 x 3"4 x 16 Ga.

Washer Bellville .501D x 1.5(

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/4-20

Unt

Arm, ControlHydro

Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18x 1

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 1-

114

BoltRdhd Sqneck 3".8-16x 1.

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

Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr

BushingBellcrankGrd Drive

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.12.=

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc-2A

BracketShiftMount

Hub Tapered Flange ShiftLT

Washer29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16Ga

Belt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3"4 C

5

Nut Crownlock1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Uric x I G

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.

BracketPivotLever

Screw 5/16-18 x5/8

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 x .561

Plate FasteningCross Shf

STLT/CRD

NOTE: AIJcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inche_

1 inch=25A mm

•39

TRACTOR ° - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

STEERINGASSEMBLY

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I.

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TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 SteeringWheel

2 154427 AxleAssemblySTMP DroppedSTL

3 156483 SpindleAssembly,L.H.

4 157473 SpindleAssembly, R.H.

5 6266H Beadng,Race, ThrusLHardened

5 121748X Washer 25i32x1-5/8x16Gauge

7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

8 12000029 Ring,Klip

9 3366R Bearing,Steedng Column

10 156438 .DraglinkExtendedStamped

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

13 154779 BeadngAxle STLT/GT

15 73901000 Nut, Lock,Flange 5/8-11 UNC

17 156546 ShaftAseembly,Steering

18 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

19 160395 Support,Shaft

22 165857 Screw Hex WshdTorx

23 165851 PittmanShaftAssen'_y

25 154406 Bracket,Steering

26 126847X Bushing,Link, Drag

27 136874 Gear, Sector

28 19131416 Washer 13i32x7/8x16Gauge

29 17490612 Screw,Thd., Roll. 3/8-15 x 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin

32 130465 Rod,'fie

36 155099 Bushing,Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 139769 Insert,SteeringWheel

39 19133808 Washer 13/32x2-3/8x8Gange

40 STD541537 GdpcoNut

41 100711L Adaptor,Steering Wheel

42 145054 Boot,SteeringShaft

43 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x16 Gauge

44 153720 ExtensionShaft Steedng LR.LT

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 6855M Fitting, Grease

51 STD541431 NutLackHexw/Ins. 5/16-18UNC

54 74780520 BoltFin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

62 156594 WutSteedngAsm Service

63 STD523710 Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

65 154780 SpacerAxle

66 154404 BeadngArm Pittman

67 74781044 Bolt,Fm Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

68 154429 Axle, Brace

79 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

80 74950612 BoltHex Nylon3/6-16 x 3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

41

ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

33

2g

IOPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

4

42

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 162156

217720410

3 ......

4 159420

14 13280328

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 159880

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 137040

38 .......

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 STD551131

77 19101216

79 M740108025

80 74760508

81 128861

Control,Throttle

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

Engine (See Breakdown)

KohlerModel CV16-43519

Muffler

Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2

Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT

Washer

Shield BrrVDbrGuard

Arrestor,Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly,Fuel Sears, Vented

Clamp, Hose

Screw Thdrol5/16-18 x 3-4 Tyt

Une, Fuel

Plug, Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Bushing,Snap, Fuel Line

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

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer, Lock

Washer 5/16 x3/4 x 16 Ga.

BoltHex

BoltHex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2

Nut Range 1/4-20 StarterNut

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S, inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

SEAT ASSEMBLY

5

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 140123 Seat 13 121248X Bushing,Snap

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot,Seat 14 72050412 Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

3 STD523710 Bolt 15 134300 Spacer,Split .28x .88

4 19131610 Washer 13/32xl xlOGauge 16 121250X Sprig

5 145006 Cllp, Push-in Hinged 17 123976X Locknut,Flange 114Grade 5

6 STD541437 Nut 21 15,3236 Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

7 124181X Spring, Seat 22 STD541431 Nut

8 17490616 Screw,Thd.,Roll. 3/8-16xl 24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x1-3/16 x12

919131614 Washer 13/32xl x14Gauge Gauge

10 1559_5 Pan, Seat _QCK Conn. 25 127018)( Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

11 166369 Knob Seat NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S. inch-

12 !21246X .Bracket, Sw#chMounUug eslinch=25.4mm

44

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

2

21 6 3

13

410 16

2O

11

8

12

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156811

2 139769

3 163200

4 163202

6 133644

8 166887

9 163204

10 156439

11 142341

12 146046

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. Instr.

Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, L.H.

Decal, CustomerMaintonance

Decal, Deck Mower EZ3

Decal, Fender,Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, DrawbarCntd MvtHyd Lt

Decal, V-Belt DriveSchematic

KEY PART

NO. NO.

13 163262

14 160396

16 138047

20 149516

21 163205

- - 138311

- - 154515

- - 154516

- - 167094

-- 167095

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash Pnl

Decal, V-BeltSchematic

Decal, Baftery Diehard

Decal, Battery Dngr/PsnEng

Decal, Fender AutoSears

Decal, Uft Handle

Pad FootrestLH STLT

Pad FootrestRH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

11

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

59192 ValveCap, Tire

65139 Stem, Valve

106222X Tire, Front

59904 Tube, Front"l]re

(Not Provided,Service Item Only)

106732)(427 Rim, Front

278H Fitting,Grease (FrontWheal Only)

904014 Bearing, Flange (FrontWheel Only)

106108X427 Rim, Rear

122082X Tire, Rear

7152J Tube, RearTire

(Not Provided,Service Item Only)

104757X Cap, Axle

144334 Sealant,Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch: 25.4 rnm

45

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

LIFTASSEMBLY

28 27

23

3O /

!_/'/

65

15

46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

•T

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever InnerWire Assembly

2 159471 ShaltAssembly, Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32xlx21GaLK3e

6 120183X Bearing,Nylon

7 1256,31X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Ptunger,Red

11 139865 Link, Lift,LH.

12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

13 STD624008 RetainerSpdng

15 127218 Link,Front

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

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73800800 Loc_ut, Hex, withWasher Insert 1/2o13UNC

19 139868 Arm, Susper_slon,Rest

20 163552 RetainerSpdng

23 110807X Nut, Special

24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x5,'8x 16 Guauge

25 2876H Spring

26 STD560907 PinCotter 3/32 x 1/2

27 126971X Rod, Adjust,Lift

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

29 138057 Knob, InfiniteHeightAdjustment

30 150233 Trunnion,InfHeight

31 140302 Beadng, Pvt, LiftSpherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

36 155097 PointerHeightIndicator

37 123935X PlugHole BIk 1.485/1.515

38 17490512 ScrewTndrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

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

41 1_IndicatorHeightStlt

49 145212 NutHex Range Lock

50 110452X Nut Push Phos & OII

NOTE: Aitcomponentdimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

76 77 68

73

71

79 40

34

,+33

31

113 111

21

\

29

22

123 24

,116

26

27

48

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO,

1144393 Mower Housing 58 140086

2 STD533107 Bolt 59 141043

3138017 BracketAssembly,SwayBer, 67 162113

Front 68 144200

4 138440 BmcketAssembly,Sway Bar 71 142427

5 STD624006 RetainerSpring 72 131870

6 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear 73 127847

8 850857 Bolt,Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gmda 9 74 121748X

9 STD551137 Washer,Lock

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 75 12000029

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 76 128903

12 129895 Beedng, Ball

13 137645 ShaftAssembly,Mandrel,Vented 77 127845

(IncludesKeyNumber 6) 78 160570

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel,Vented 79 127493

15 110485X Beedng, Ball,Mandrel 80 153701

16 140,329 Stripper,Vented Mower Deck 81 73350600

17 72110610 Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16x1-1/4 82 142023

18 72140505 Bolt.Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 83 120958X

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 84 156084

20 159770 Baffle,Vortex 85 72140618

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock5/16-18 UNC 92 STD541437

22 134753 StiffenerBracket 101 136420

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 102 71161010

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 103 19061216

25 123713X Spring, Torsion,Deflector 104 STD551110

26 110452X Nut, Push 105 160793

27 130968 Shield, Deflector 106 2029J

28 19111016 Washer 11i32x5i8x16Gauge 111 155197

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 112 155198

30 157722 ScrewThd RollingWase Heed 113 17490512

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 114 73510500

32 153536 Pulley,Mandrel 115 72110504

33 137266 Nut,Toplock, Ranged 116 4898H

34 STD533717 Bolt 117 165746

35 133835 •Fastner,ChristmasTree 118 73930600

36 131494 Pulley, Idler,Rat 119 19121414

37 19131316 Washer 13/32x 13/16x 16 121 143723

Gauge 128 153390

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/6-16UNC 129 19131312

41 133551 Rod, Pivot,withNibs 130 STD523710

43 140083 Rod, Clutch,Secondary,with

Nibs 131 STD633710

44 140088 Guard,Mandrel,LH.

45 STD624003 Retainer 132 19132203

46 137729 Screw, Thd. RoU 1/4-20x5/8

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 141 6266H

49 155066 RollerAssembly,Cam Follower -- 130794

50 131340 Bolt,Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

51 STD541410 Lodov_

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-16 UNC - - 145411

53 131845X900 Arm_, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer,HaVened

55 155046 Arm. Idler

56 122052X Spa_, Retainer

DESCRIPTION

Spdng,TorsionBrakes

Guard,TUV Idler

Knob CustomOval

V-B_t

Rod, Clutch,Pdmary,withNibs

Spring, Retum

Arm, Clutch,Secondary

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

Gauge

Ring, Klip

Bolt,Shoulder 3/6-16 UNC x

1.44

Keeper, Spdng

LeverAsm. Clutch Pd P/L

Bushing,Large, Brass

Spltng, Mower Clutch

Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 Uric

Trunnion,Adj.

Washer Sletared

Keeper Bait Idler Rxed

Bolt Cardage 3/6-16 x 2-1/4

Nut

MulcherCover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

LatchAssembly,Bagger

Nut,Weld

Bracket,Gauge, Wheel LH.

Bracket,Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw Thdrol 5/16-16 x 3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt,Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock3/8-16

Washer3/8 x 718x14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer Felt

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

Bolt,FinHex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr.

5

Bolt, RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 UNC x

1

Spacer Washer 13/32 I.D. x 1-

5/80.D. x 1/4

WasherThrust .75 x 1.230

Mandrel _mbly (IncludesKey

Numbers 6-10, 12-15, 31 and

32)

Mower Deck, _lete

(SlanderdDed_Order

Separately_Plateand

Gauge Wheal Components,Key

Nos. 101-106 and 111-121)

M0_r_A, compor_d_ns_ne g_ leU.S.inshee

linch _ 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

58

91

23

19\

41

28

59

26

63

35

1

5O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271080

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142930 Housing,Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060

2 142931 Assembly,Upper Housing 44 150829 DifferentialAssembly

3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13

4 142928 Ring,Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250

5 142933 Ring,Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input

6142934 Beating, ShaftBaH 58 142964 Bolt 4,/4-20x 1.38

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

8 150771 Bearing,Thrust 30x52x13 62 142966 Arm,Control

9 142937 Swashptata,Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener

13 142938 Block,CylinderAssembly 64 142920 Set Screw

14 142939 Arm,Trunnion 68 142969 Spring

15 142940 Seat, Lip 69 144610 Stad 5/16-24

17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 JackshaftAsssmbly

18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jacksheft

19 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88 142973 Screw,Cap

23 142944 Block,CylinderAssembly 89 142974 Washer 7/16 x 1 x 112

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10x25x7 90 142975 Sleeve Bearing

25 142946 Actuator,Bypass 91 142976 Seat, Wiper

26 150774 Center SectionAssemblyI_t 92 142977 Spring, Bloc_

27 142948 Seal, Lip 26x42x8 93 142978 Washer,Block Thrust

28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917 Cap, VentAssembly

29 142950 Washer 26x35x1 114 142918 Fitting,O-RingAsssmbly

30 150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980 Spacer

34 142951 Oil FilterElement 134 144607 Nut, Castle 5/16-24

35 142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

36 142953 Ring,Retaining 139 150775 Spring,Compression

37 142954 Arm,Ad_uating 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24

38 142955 Pin, Actuating

39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

40 150778 Locknut,Hex 5/16-24 UNJC I inch = 25.4 mm

41 142958 Brake Rotor/StatorKit

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

24 S

le

GRANKCASE I

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52

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KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16S,TYPENUMBERPS-43519

CYL|NDER HEAD4VALVE/BREATHER

KEY PART

NO. NO.

CRANKCASE

t

2

3

4

5

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

2O

21

22

23

24

25-351-01

12-755-81

12-041-01

12-041-02

12-041-03

12-411-01

12-041-10

12-017-01

12-017-02

12018-01

12-O16-(_

X-75-23

12-318-19

25-186-01

12-599-03

M-0640034

12-089-01

12-173-01

12-755"03

12-468-05

12-112o13

12-O86-15

X-426.9

12-326-03

M-0645020

12-O96-07

M-0545010

12-0!8-O1

12-402"02

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Lifter,valve(2)

Kit,cylinderhead (Includes3.17)

Carburetorgasket(2)

Aircleaner base gasket

Exhaustmanifordgasket

Red, push(2)

Gasket, cylinderhead

Valve, intake(Std.)

Valve, intake (2.5)

Valve,e_auet (Std.)

Valve, exhaust(.25)

Plug, allen hd.pipe 1/e

CylinderHead

Arm, rocker(2)

Pivot,reeker arm (2)

Screw, hex.flange M6xL0x34 (2)

sprig,v_ve (2)

Cap, valve spring(2)

Kit,retainer(2)

Washer, plain 13/32

Spacer, head bolt exhaustport

Screw,hex.ftangeM10xl.5x81

(5)

Clamp,hose(2)

Hose,breather

Screw,hex. flange M6xl.0x2o

(s)

Cover,valvew/nippie

Screw, hex. flangeM5x0.Sxl0

Retainer,breather reed

Reed, breather

DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

21

22

23

24

12-032-(_ Seal, crankshaft

Block,cylinder(Use ShortBlock12 522 18)

12-445-02

M-0839025

12-380-17

12-755-49

12-089-31

12-422-08

12-422-O9

12422-10

12-422-11

12-422-12

12-422-13

12-422-07

12-144-27

12-374-07

24-874-11

12-874-08

12-874-09

12-015-_

12-108-O7

12-108-08

12-108-G9

12-067-05

12-067-06

12-380-01

12-043-05

M-0631005

12-144-_2

52-13,9-09

12-755*64

X-25-I(_

12-032-01

SM-0631015

12-154-05

Strap, lifting

Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x25

Down,k_ea,ng(4)

Kit,camshaft(Includes7,8)

Spring,actuating

Shim,camshaft (A.R.) blue

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) red

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) yellow

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) green

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) black

Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white

Shaft, balance

Pistonw/Ring Set (Std.)

(includest1-12)

Fmtonw/Ring Set (.08)

PistonwiRingSet (.25)

Pistonw/RingSet (.50)

Retainer,pistonpin (2)

RingSet (Std.)

RingSet (.25)

RingSet (.50)

Cor_ecitng Pod(Std.)

ConnectingRod (.25)

Pin, governorregulating

Gear, governorassembly

Washer,plain 6mm

St'raft,govamor gear

Plug,cup

Kit,gav. crossshaft w/clip

(Includes24)

washer, plain 1/4

Seal, governorcross shaft

Washer,plain 6mm

Clip,hitchpin

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BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

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IGNmOWELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-086-14 Screw,hex. flange MIOx1.5x46

2 12-468-03 Washer,plain 3/8

3 24-162-03 Screen, grass

4 M-0639016 Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x16

(5)

6 12-157-03 Fan

7 41-403-09 Regulator,rectifier

8 X-22-11 Washer,lock(2)

9 236602 Connector

10 X-.42-15 Kay

11 12-025-35 Flywheel

12 41-155-02 Connector(4 contact)

13 M-0548025 Screw,he)(.cap M5xO.8x25 (2)

14 12-085-01 Statoreesembly- 15 amp

15 12-132-02 Spark Plug

16 X-728-1 Clip, cable

17 M-0545010 Screw, hex.flange M5xO.8xlO

(2)

18 12-584-08 Module,ignition

19 12-452-02 Terminal

20 12-086-35 Screw, hex.socket M5xO.8x20

(2)

21 M-:0461013 Screw, pan head M4.2x13 (2)

22 12-584-12 Module, speed advance

23 25-086-47 Shoulder M6X1.0X16 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

25-518-29 Lead

25-518-05 Lead

12-176-36 Harness

X-25-5 Washer, plain 5/16"

12-155-(_ Connector

23-517-O3 ClipCable

1 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sxl0

(s)

2 24-468o10 Washer,plain 1/4

3 12-146-07 Plate, blowerhousing

4 24-086-18 Screw,philliphdM4x0.7 )(8 (2)

5 24-096-05 Cover, pinion

6 220534 Washer,plain 5/16 (2)

7 12-027-54 Housing,blower

8 12-063-10 Baffle,intake side

9 25-154-02 Clip, mounting(3)

10 12-086-37 Screw,captive washerM5 X0.8

X20(3)

11 M-0645016 Screw, he)(.flange M6x1.0x16

(2)

12 12-063.O8 Baffle, cylinderhead

13 12-063-o9 Baffle,cylinder

NOT ILLUSTRATED

X-25-92WASHER, PLAIN 3/16" (2)

AIR INTAKF-._FILTRA'I10N

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 25-341-03

2 12-096-24

3 12-083-12

4 12-083-10

5 1230046

6 12-100-01

7 12-032-11

8 12-094-07

9 12-072-(:}4

10 12-086-01

11 12-041-02

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53

Knob, air cleanercover

Cover,air cleaner

Pracleaner,element

Kitair cleanerelement

(Includes5,7)

Seal 3/4"

Wing Nut

Seal 1-7/16"

Base, airclaaner(includes

10,11)

Stud, mountingplate

M6X1.0X75

Screw, #10 Hi-Lo _read fOrm-

ing (2)

Gasket, aircleaner

Decal, aircleaner

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ENGINE CONTROLS I

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OIL PANILUBRICATION I

13

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519

STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 1 12-079-07

(2) 2 12-237-01

2 25-098-05 Starter assembly (Includes3-8) 3 M-0664020

3 12-755-54 Kit,drive end

4 12-227-06 Cap, driveend 4 24-086-43

5 12-17005 Armature 5 12-536-10

6 12-221-01 Kit, brush& spring

7 12-227-13 Cap, commutatorend 6 M-0443025

8 12-211-O1 Bolt,hex.flange 1/4-20x4-5/8 (2) 7 M-0443020

8 12-089.11

9 12-089-23

10 12-089-24

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION 11 12-755-83

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-038-01

2 25-755-13

3 12-153-03

4 12-153-02

5 12-123-04

6 M-0545020

7 12-153-01

8 25-162-07

9 12-096-03

10 M-0545016

11 25-462-09

13 52-050-02

14 X-75-10

15 12-393-01

16 12-153-06

17 12-096-34

18 M-0545016

19 12-032-03

20 24-086-16

21 24-086-17

22 12-199-53

Dipstickassembly (Includes2-3)

Kit,oilfillcap (Includes3)

O-Ring,oil fillcap

O-Ring, upperoilfilltube

Tube, oilfill

Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x20

O-Ring, loweroilfilltube

Screen,oil pickup

Cover, oilpickupscreen

Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x16

Valve, oil pressure relief

Filter,oil

Plug, sq. hal.solid3/8

Pump, oilassembly

O-Ring, oil pump cover

Cover,oilpump

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16

(3)

Seal, oil(P.T.O.end)

Screw,hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (11)

Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x45

Assembly,Pan, oil(Ind. 11,15-

18)

12 12-100-07

13 52-211-04

14 12-090-28

15 25-158-08

16 12-079-01

17 25-158-11

Linkage,choke

Clamp, cable

Screw,lobed socketM6xLOx20

(2)

Screw,hex. flange

Control,speed assembly

(Includes6,8,9)

Screw, pan head M4xO.7x25

Screw, pan head M4xO.7x20

Spdng,choke (2)

Spring,choke return

Spring,govemor

Kit, governorlever (Indudes 12-

14)

NuL hex flange 1/4 - 20"

Boll 1/4- 20 X 1"

Lever, governor

Bushing,throttlelinkage

Linkage,throtfle

Bushing,throttle linkage

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FUEL SYSTEM i

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FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 M-0641060

3 X-22-11

4 M'0629116

5 12-853-95

6 12-041-02

7 12-053-95

8 12-041-O1

9 12-265-04

10 47-154-01

11 X-426-09

12 25-353-10

13 25-050-02

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-757-O2

12-757-03

12-041-01

12"0:41-O2

12-O41-05

12-041-06

12-032-06

12-757-33

12-041-06

12-454-01

25-452-20

12-454-O3

M-0561Ot0

M-0645020

DESCRIPTION

Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

Washer,star 1/4

StudM6x1.0x116 (2)

Kit,carburetorw/gasket

(includes6,7,8 qty 1

12-454-01, 25452-20)

Gasket,air cleaner

Carburetorassembly

(For informationonly not

availableseparately)

Gasket,carburetor(2)

Deflector,heat

Clipcable

Clamp, hose (2)

Line, fuel9"

Filter,fuel

Kit,float

Kit,carburetorrepair

Gasket,carburetor

Gasket,air cleaner

Gasket,bowl

Gasket, howl screw

Seal, solenoid

Kit,solenoid repair

Gasket, howlscrew

"Re,wire

Terminal

"Recable

Screw,thread forming

M5X0.8X10

Screw, hex. flange M6XI.0X20

(2)

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12-014-37

2 12-139-01

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 25-072-04

2 12-041-03

4 12-126-11

5 12-445-06

6M-0645025

12-522-18

12-755-82

DESCRIPTION

Crankshaft(Includes2)

Plug,cup

DESCRIPTION

Stud(2)

Gasket, exhaust manifold

Bracket, muffler

Strap, lifting

Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x25

(2)

ShortBlock

Gasket Set

59

60

61

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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Operate your Tractor up and down the face of elopes (not I

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

I

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hoursa day,7days aweek

1-800-4-M¥-HOM E_(1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio

1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am-11pm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirect

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center

in your area:

Call 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am-5 pm, Monday -Saturday

1-800-827-6655

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