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Owner's Manual

16.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271133

EZ 3

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-

glne, read end understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructionsbefore

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mort -Sat

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

Visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.com/craftsman

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

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

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

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

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

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 16

Serviceand Adjustments....................20

Storage ...............................................26

Troubleshooting.................................27

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

Pads Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITEDTWOYEAR WARRANTYON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase,if thisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedandtuned up accordingto the instructionsinthe owner's

manual,Sears will repairor replace,free of charge,any partsfound to be defectivein

matedal orworkmanship.Warrantyserviceis availablefree of chargeby takingyour

Craftsmanridingequipmentto yournearestSears Service Center. In-homewarranty

serviceis availablebuta tripcharge will apply.This warrantyappliesonlywhile this

productis inthe UnitedStates.

This Warranty does not cover:.

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Rapairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the dding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

•Rapairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,

electdcal and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable

debds, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscon-

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commemial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety(90) days from date of purchase,if any batteryincludedwiththisriding

equipment provesdefectivein materialor workmanshipand our testingdeterminesthe

batterywill notholda charge,Sears willreplacethe batteryat no charge.Warranty

serviceis availablefree of charge by takingyourCraftsmanddingequipmentto your

nearestSears ServiceCenter. In-homewarrantyserviceis availablebuta tdp charge

willapply.This warrantyappliesonlywhilethisproductis inthe UnitedStates.

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

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

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other dghts which

may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuckand Co., D/817 WA, HoffmanEstates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

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

picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of acliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

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III.CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscan occur if the operator

is not alertto the presenceof children.

Childrenare oftenattractedto the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that childrenwill remainwhere

you lastsaw them.

•Keep childrenout of the mowingarea

and underthe watchfulcare of another

responsibleadult.

•8e alert and turn machineoff if children

enterthe area.

•Before and when backing,look behind

and downfor smallchildren.

•Nevercarrychildren. They may fall off

and be sadously injuredor interfere

with safe machine operation,

•Never allowchildrento operate the

machine.

•Use extra care whenapproachingblind

comers,shrubs,trees, or otherobjects

that may obscurevision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handlinggasoline

and otherfuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approvedcontainer.

-Never removegas cap or add fuel

withthe enginerunning. Allow

engineto cool before refueling.Do

notsmoke.

*Never refuelthe machine indoors.

oNever storethe machineor fuel

containerinsidewherethere is an

open flame, suchas a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object, Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which coutd 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 surethe area is clear of other

peoplebefore mowing.Stop machineif

anyoneentersthe area.

•Never camJpassengemor children

even withthe blades off.

•Do not mow in reverseunleSSabso-

lutelynecessary.Alwayslook down

and behindbefore and while backing.

•Never carrychildren.They may fall off

and be seriouslyinjuredor interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep childrenout of the mowing area

and underthe watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if childre

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behin(

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 humps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacle.'

•Use slowspeed. Choosealowgear so

that youwillnothave to stopor shift

whiteon the slope.

•Avoidstartingorstoppingon a slope. If

tires losetraction,disengagethe

blades and proceedslowlystraight

downthe slope.

•If machinestopswhile going uphill,

disengageblades,shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do notturnon slopes unlessneces-

sary,and then, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill,if possible.

_bLook for thissymbolto pointout

importantsafetyprecautions.It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!!YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

,_& CAUTION: In orderto prevent

accidentalstartingwhensetting up,

transporting,adjustingor making repairs,

always disconnectsparkplugwire and

placewirewhere it cannotcontactspark

plug.

_, CAUTION: Do not coastdown a hill

in neutral, you maylose controlof the

tractor.

_,L CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

,_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

,_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling,

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PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

_NDTYPE:

OILTYPE

1.25 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 10W30 (ABOVE

32°F)

API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

)IL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

;PARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

3ROUND SPEED FORWARD:

MPH): 1sT 1.2

2N° 1.5

3_° 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

tIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

3HARGING

3YSTEM: 15AMPS @3600 RPM

3ATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SJZE: Uf R

3LADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

rORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on yourpurchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineeredand manufactured to give

you the best possibledependabilityand

performance.

Shouldyou experienceany problem you

cannoteasilyremedy,please contacta

Sears or otherqualifiedservicecenter.

We have competent,well-trainedtechni-

ciansand the propertoolsto serviceor

repairthistractor.

Please read and retainthismanual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintainyourtractorproperly.

Alwaysobservethe "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A RepairAgreementis availableon this

product. Cc_qtactyournearestSeats

storefor 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 =Storege" sections of this

owner's manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush.

covered or grass-covered land unless th

engine's exhaust system is equipped wil

a spark arrester meeting applicable Ioc_

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

used, it should be maintained in effectiw

working order by the operator,

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands, A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

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Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

Steering

Boot _/"

Steering Wheel

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_Steering

Wheel Adapter

Seat

(_Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

(1) Large FlatWasher

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

Steedng

Extension

Shaft

(_) Shoulder

olt 5/16-18

Slope Sheet

Keys

(2) Keys Video Cassette

Yournewtractorhasbeen assembledat the factory withexceptionof thosepartsleft

unassembledfor shippingpurposes. To ensure safe and properoperationof your

tractorallparts and hardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurelY.Use the

correcttools as necessaryto insurepropertightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

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

(21 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

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

drive ratchet gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in

the operating position (seated behind

the steedng wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and pads cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines

on all four comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing mated-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

6. Assemblelarge flat washer,3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex boltand tighten

securely.

7. Snap steeringwheel insertintocenter

of steeringwheel.

8. Remove protectivematerialsfrom

tractor hoodand grill

IMPORTANT: Checkfor and removeany

staplesinskidthat may puncturetires

wheretractoris to rolloff skid.

_81 n:::Bol t

/_ LLaC_Wea;h_ r

-Wssher

SteedngWheel

Tabs

Extension

Adapter_Shaft

ASSEMBLEEXTENSION SHAFTAND

SOOT

1. Slide extensionshaft onto lower

steedngshaft. Alignmountingholes

in extensionand lowershafts and

install5/16 he)( bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

2. Place tabs of steeringbootovertab

slotsindash and pushdown to

secure.

INSTALLSTEERING WHEEL

3. Positionfrontwheelsof the tractorso

they are pointingstraightforward.

4. Removesteeringwheel adapterfrom

steeringwheel and slide adapter onto

steedngshaft extension.

5. Positionsteeringwheel so crossbars

are horizontal(left to dght)and slide

insideboot and ontoadapter.

5/16 Hex Bolt

-i

Lower '"" ", "

Steering ,. _

Shaft _"-. . _Tab

-,Slots

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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Label

Battery

Door

INSTALL SEAT

Adjustseat beforetighteningadjustment

knob.

1. Removeadjustmentknob and flat

washersecuringseat to cardboard

packingand set aside for assemblyof

seatto tractor.

2. Pivotseat upwardand removefrom

the cardboardpacking.Remove the

cardboardpackingand discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulderbolt. Tightenshoulderbolt

securely,

4. Assembleadjustmentknob and flat

washerloosely. Do nottighten.

5. Lower seat into operatingpositionand

sit onseat.

6. Slide seat untila comfortableposition

is reached whichallowsyou to press

clutch/brakepedal all the way down.

7. Get offseat withoutmovingits

adjustedposition.

8. Raise seat and tightenadjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Shoulder Seat Pan

Bolt

Fiat Washer

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: Youmaynow rollordrive your

tractoroff the skid.Followthe appropriate

instructionbelow to removethe tractor

from the skid,

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

OperaUon section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid,

5. Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I=WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and fo_ow all insfructio_nsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Tum ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

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J

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and holddeflectorshieldin

uprightposition.

2. Place frontof mulcher plateoverfront

of mowerdeck openingand slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hookfrontlatchintohole onfrontof

mower deck.

4. Hook rearlatchinto holeon back of

mowerdeck.

_I_CAUTION: Do notremovedeflector

shieldfrom mower.Raise and holdshield

when attachingmulcher plate and allow it

to rest on platewhile inoperation.

Mulcher

Plate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simplyremovemulcherplateand store in

asafe place.Yourmoweris nowreadyfor

dischargingor installationof optional

grasscatcheraccessory.

NOTE: It is notnecessaryto change

blades. The mulcherbladesare de-

signedfor dischargingand baggingalso,

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tireson your tractorwere ovednflated

at the factory for shippingpurposes.

Correcttirepressureis importantfor best

cuttingperformance.

• Reducetire pressureto PSI shownin

=PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS"section

of thismanual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For bestcuttingresults,mowerhousing

shouldbe propedyleveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in the

Serviceand Adjustmentssectionof this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figuresthat are shownfor

replacingmotionand mowerblade drive

beltsin the Serviceand Adjustments

sectionof thismanual. Verifythat the

beltsare routedcorrectly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afteryou learn howto operateyour

tractor,checkto see that the brakeis

propedyadjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE"in the Serviceand Adjustments

sectionof thismanual.

,/'CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

v'AII assembly instructions have 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

ovednflated at the factory).

./Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled

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

results. (Tires must be propedy inflated

for leveling).

v'Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys.

and inside all belt keepers.

,/'Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

V"Engine oil is at proper level.

v" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean.

regular unleaded gasoline.

v"Become familiar with all controls -their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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These symbolsmay appear onyour tractoror inliteraturesuppliedwiththe product.

Learn and understandtheir meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

FUEL CHOKE

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT L

MOWER HEtGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

r_'_ R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

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FREE WHEEL

(AutOmaticModels only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Amme_r

Attachment Ignition Switch

Clutch Lever Light Switch

Lift

Plunger

Throttle/Choke

Control Attachment

U_ Lever

': Clutch/

Brake

Pedal

Parking Brake

Lever

Heigt

Adjustment

Knob Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicatescharging(+) or

discharging(-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mowerblades, or other

attachmentsmountedto yourtractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Usedto

raise, lower,and adjustthe mowerdeck

or otherattachmentsmountedto your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Usedfor

doclutchingand brakingthe tractorand

startingthe engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selectsthe speed

and directionof tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position,

LIGHT SWITCH -Turns the headlights on

and off,

PARKING BRAKE LEVER -Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL -Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB -Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine,

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal,

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

A_achmentClutch

Lever "Engaged"

Position

Thro_

Control

Clutch/_',_

Brake,, r-_',

"Disengaged' Height

Position AdjustmentKnob

;_/gnition Key

/ :o,oongo0ed

\ ,-"_"_" P,_a.rkingBroke

.\'\ \V\ _Engaged"

Gearshift

Lever

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to =DISENGAGED"

position,

GROUND DRIVE -

•To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

•Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE-

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position end allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

backfire".

•Turn ignition key to "OFP' position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF= will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

p_eCAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

tely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUI"I'ING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by tuming

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Tum knob clockwise ( F_ ) to raise

cutting height.

•Tum knob counterclockwise (1_'_) to

lower cutting 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

approximate 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 during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a fiat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropdate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely,

3. Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

Gauge -_

Wheel /2_1,,.._-_" _

Mounting ¢

Brscket "_ _- _

3/8-16 ..._.._...__

L_l_ut

3/8 Washer_, ,_.ShoulderBolt

Gauge Wheel f -- _

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

3. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

Attachment

ClutchLever ._ Attachemnt

,Engaged__/) ,1/Lift Lever High

Position _i,_ _¢_ Position

_-_:". j_ _Position

"Disengaged" _ _'/_b_//_

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do notdriveup ordown hills

withslopesgreaterthan 15°and do not

drive acrossany slope.

•Choosethe slowestspeed before

startingup or down hills.

•Avoidstoppingor changingspeed on

hills.

•If slowingis necessary,move throttle

controlleverto slowerposition.

•If stoppingis absolutelynecessary,

push clutch/brakepedal quicklyto

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Movegearshift leverto 1stgear. Be

sureyou have allowedroomfor tractor

to rollslightlyas you restartmovement.

•To restartmovement,slowlyrelease

parkingbrake and clutch/brakepedal.

•Make all turnsslowly.

TO TRANSPORT

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment liftcontrol.

•When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the

ground end cause you to lose control of

your tractor.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level. If necessary, add oil until

=FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfiU.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

_)&WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty.

Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage

Instructions for additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

_I=CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starling theengine for the firsttime or if

the engine hasmn out of fuel, itwUltake extta

crankingtime to move fuel from the tank to

the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting,read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

5. 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° Fand

above)

6. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and

below)

6. When engine starts, allow engine to

run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to

fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-

ing on the temperature.

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• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: tfat a highaltitude(above 3000 feet)

or incold temperatures (below32 F) the

carburetorfuel mixturemay need to be

adjusted for best sngine performance. See

"TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the SeMce

and Adjustmentssectionof this manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

tuming to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting alow enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

f

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the first cut path.

•Change your cutting 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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MA,NTE.A.CESC.EOULE

FILL IN DATES _ _ _

AS YOU COMPLETE

CheckSakeOpera,on IV!

C_ckTirePr_s,_re I/ I_

Check Operato_ Pre_ence and

i Inte_ioCk SyslelX'_

j ku_ C_ V'

R Clea_ Battery atxI Terminals if I I_

CheckTransax_eCooling II/ I

Adjust BkJde Belt(s) Tension 114/s

Adjust Me,on DriVe Belt(s) Tension _

Ci_c_EngbnoOilLevm _I_

C_angee,,_r_Oil II_t2_ I,/

I E Clean Air F_ter _

]r_pectMuffler_perkArrester I_

ReplaceOil Filter(ff equ_ (1_2

CkmnEn_neCoollngFins

ReplaceAirR_terPeperC_e II/_

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warrantyon thistractordoesnotcover

itemsthat have beensubjectedto operator

abuseor negligence.To receiveful!value

fromthe warranty,operatormustmaintain

tractoras instructedinthismanual.

Some adjustmentswillneedto be made

periodicallyto properlymaintain your

tractor.

All adjustmentsinthe Serviceand

Adjustmentssectionof thismanualshould

be checkedat least onceeach season.

•Once a year youshouldreplacethe

sparkplug,cleanor replaceairfilter,and

checkbladesand beltsforwear. A new

sparkplugandcleanair filterassure

properair-fuelmixtureand helpyour

enginerunbetterand last longer,

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Checkengine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Checktire pressure.

4. Check operatorpresenceand

interlocksystemsfor properoperation.

5. Checkfor loosefasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

-_) Spindle

Zerk Zerk

_Front Wheel

Beadng

Zerk Beadng Zerk

I I

I

', shift

.... . Pivots

_SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

_)GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTIOI'

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivo_

points which have special nylon bearings.

Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the serf-lubricat-

ing bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be pumhased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as descdbed,

repair the prebiem immediatety.

•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 shoutd 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

I. Raisemowerto highest positionto

allow access to blades.

2. Removehex bolt,lookwasherand flat

washer securingblade.

3. Installnew or resharpenedblade with

trailingedge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and fiat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel Assembly

Trailin Edge Up

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer,

Lock Washe

_--- Hex Bolt

*A Grade 8 heat treatedboltcan be identified

by sixlineson the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using acone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" B_d e

Center Hole

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BATTERY

Your tractor has abattery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jolly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-upof dirt

and chaffwhichcan restdctcooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

8AE VISCOSITY GRADE8

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year If the

tractor is not used for 60 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove drain plug.

3. After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

4. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

5. 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.

I, Cover Knob

Air Cleaner _ _. Win Nut

Cover _'_, _g

/_----._L Rubber

Foam _-_ _ /-Grommet

Pre-

Cleaner _- _ _)(/Air Cleaner

-- • _ J Paper Cartridge

_ _ X_Air Cleaner

Air _ _'_'Base

Screen ___ /\

_/- Oil Fil Cap/

_Dipstick

(_ %Oil Drain

Plug

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with awire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

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CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insurepropercooling,makesure the

grassscreen,coolingfins, and other

externalsurfacesof the engineare kept

cleanat all times.

Every 100 hoursof operation(moreoften

underextremelydusty,dirtyconditions),

removethe blowerhousingand other

coolingshrouds.Clean the coolingfins

and externalsurfacesas necessary.Make

sure the coolingshroudsare reinstalled.

NOTE: Operatingthe enginewitha

blockedgrassscreen, dirtyor plugged

coolingfins, and/or coolingshrouds

removedwill cause enginedamage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Yourenginewill notrun properlyusinga

dirtyair filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every25 hoursof operationorevery

season. Servicepaper cartddgeevery

100 hoursof operationorevery season,

whicheveroccursfirst.

Serviceair cleaner moreoften under

dustyconditions.

1. Removeknob and cover.

2. Removewing nutand air cleaner from

base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

itto dry.

6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will damage

the cartridge.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartddge.

8. Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut,

cover and tighten knob securely.

ENGINE OIL RLTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change ff the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

1. Drain oil from engine crankcase (See

=TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this

section of this manual, through step

remove drain plug).

2. Remove oil filter and wipe off filter

adapter,

3. Apply e thincoatingof new engineoil

to the rubbergasket on replacement

oil filter.

4. Installreplacementoilfilteron filter

adapter.Tum oil filter clockwiseuntil

rubber gasket contactsthe filter

adapter,thentightenfilter an addi-

tional112rum.

5. Fillcrankcasewithnew oil (See =TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL"inthissection

of thismanual). For approximate

capacitysee "PRODUCTSPECIFICA-

TIONS"sectionof thismanual.

6. Start the engineand checkfor oil

leaks.Correct any leaks before

placingengine into full operation.

_Oil Filter

MUFFLER

Inspectand replacecorrodedmufflerand

sparkarrester(if equipped)as it could

create a fire hazard and/ordamage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace sparkplugsat the beginningof

each mowingseasonor after every 100

hoursof operation,whicheveroccursfirst.

Sparkplugtype and gap settingare

shownin=PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS"

sectionof thismanual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filtershouldbe replacedonce

each season. If fuel filterbecomes

clogged,obstructingfuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacementis required.

1. With enginecool,removefilter and

plugfuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter inpositionin fuel

line witharrow pointingtowards

carburetor.

3. Be surethereare no fuel line leaks

and clampsare properlypositioned.

4. Immediatelywipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp amp

Fuet Filter --_

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CLEANING

• Cleanengine,battery,seat,finish,etc.

ofallforeign matter.

•Keep finishedsurfacesand wheelsfree

of all gasoline,oil,etc.

•Protectpaintedsurfaceswithautomo-

tivetype wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1. Depressclutch/brakepedal fully and set parkingbrake.

2. Place gearshiftlever in neutral(N) position.

3. Place attachmentclutch in =DISENGAGED"position.

4. Turnignitionkey"OFF" and removekey.

5. Make surethe blades and all movingpartshave completelystopped.

6. Disconnectspark plugwire fromsparkplugand place wirewhere it cannot

come incontactwithplut).

TRACTOR

TO REMOVEMOWER

Mower willbe easierto removefrom the

rightsideof tractor.

1. Placeattachmentclutchin=DISEN-

GAGED"position.

2. Move attachmentliftleverforward to

lower mowerto its lowestposition.

3, Rollbelt off enginepulley.

4. Removesmallretainerspdng,and lift

clutchspringoff pulleybolt.

5. Remove large retainerspring,slide

collaroff and push housingguideout

of bracket.

6. Disconnectanti-swaybarfrom chassis

bracketby removingretainerspring.

7. Disconnectsuspensionarms from

rear deck bracketsby removing

retainersprings.

8. Disconnectfront linksfrom deck by

removingretainersprings.

Clutch

9. Raise lift leverto raisesuspension

arms. Slide moweroutfrom under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachmentotherthan

the mowerdeck is to be mountedon the

tractor,removethe front linksand hook

the clutchspringIntOsquare hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

discharge guard to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Retainer S

Anti-Swa

Collar RetainerSprings

(BothSides)

Housing

Large

Spring Bracket

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TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING

Adjustthemowerwhiletractorisparked

onlevelgroundordriveway.Makesure

tiresarepropedyinflated(See"PROD-

UCTSPECIFICATIONS"sectionofthis

manual).Iftiresareoveror

underinflated,youwillnotpropedyadjust

yourmower.

SIDE-TO-SIDEADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

•At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance =A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

•If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottomedge of Bottomedge of

mowerto mowerto

ground _ground

•If linksare notequal in length,adjust

one linkto samelengthas otherlink.

•To lowerfront of mowerloosennut=E"

on bothfront linksan equal numberof

turns.

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

at front thanrear, tightennuts=F"

againsttrunnionon bothfrontlinks.

• To raisefront of mower, loosennut"F"

from trunnionon bothfront links.

Tightennut"E"on bothfront linksan

equal numberof turns.

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

at frontthanrear, tightennut"F" against

trunnionon bothfront links.

•Recheckside-to-sideadjustment.

ndrel

Both FrontLinksShouldbe Equal inLength

SuspensionArm Nut ,,_Nut "E"

LiftLink '_ Trunnio_=__

AdjustmentNut_ --

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- Front Links

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 =P" 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".

22

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

6. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen

jam nut and tum nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake

"Engaged"

Nut =A"

_ng

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractoron levelsurface. Engage

parkingbrake. Forassistance,thereis a

belt installationguide decalon bottom

sideof leftfootrest.

I. Removemower(See "TO REMOVE

MOWER"in thissectionof this

manual.)

2. Removebeltfrom stationaryidlerand

clutchingidler.

3. Pullbeltslacktowardrearof tractor.

Removebelt upwardsfromtransaxle

pulleyby deflectingbelt keepers.

4. Pullbelt towardfrontof tractorand

removedownwardsfrom around

engine pulley.

5. Installnew belt by reversingabove

procedure.

Transaxle

23

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate

AdjustmentBolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steedng wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjystal_e on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Blockup axle securely.

2. Removeaxle cover, retainingringand

washersto allow wheel removal (rear

wheel containsa square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rearwhselsonly: align

groovesin rearwheel hub and axle.

Insertsquare key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

dng securelyin axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: Toseal tire puncturesand prevent

flat tiresdueto slowleaks,tiresealant

maybe purchasedfrom yourlocal parts

dealer.Tire sealantalsopreventstiredry

rotand corrosion,

Washer ,_

Retaining _ _,__.

Ax,oR,n I\ Irf \l

Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

&9.qJ'nON:Le.ad-ac_dbe.ttedesgenerate

e_oK)s_,egases. _sep sparks,name ana

smokingmaterialsaway from batteries.

Always wear eye protectionwhen around

batteries.

Ifyour battery is too weak tostartthe engine, it

shouldbe recharged.(See "BATTERY"inthe

MAINTENANCE sectionof Ihis manual).

If "jumper cables"are used for emergency

starting,follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractoris equippedwith a

12 volt negativegounded system.The other

vehicel must alse be a12 volt negative

groundedsystem. Do not useyour tractor

batteryto startothervehicels.

TO A'I-rACHJUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable firstfrom chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

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PositiveTerminal NegativeTerminal Hex

Bolt

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

_]kCAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact beth terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Fositive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

I. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4, First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hsx bolt and

keps nut as shown, Tighten securely.

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

6. Close battery box door.

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to mn poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlightwire connector.

3. Standinfrontof tractor.Grasphoodat

sides,tilttowardengineandliftoff of

tractor.

4. To replace,reverseaboveprocedure.

Hood

Headlight Wire

Connector

Batter

Door Box

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ENGINE

Maintenance,repair,or replacementof the

emissioncontroldevicesandsystems,which

are beingdoneatthecuatomemexpense,

maybe pe_nued byany non-madengine

repairestablishmentorindividual.Wananty

repairsmustbe performedbyan authorized

engine rnanufecfurefsserviceoutlet.

TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

Thethrottlecontrolhasbeenpresetatthe

factoryandadjustmentshouldnotbe

necessary.Checkadjustmentas described

belowbelomlooseningcable.Ifadjustmentis

necessary,proceedas follows:

I. Withenginenotrunning,move throttle

controlleverfrom slowto chokel:x:_lon.

Slowlymoveleverfromchoketo fast

position.

2. Checkto seeif holeinthrotUeleverand

holeinspeedcontrolbracketare aligned.

3. If holesare notaligned,loosenceble

clampscrewandalignthe holesby

insertinga pencilora 114"drillbitthrough

beth holes.

4. Pullthrottlecableupto removeslackand

tightencabledampscrew.Remove

alignmentpencilordrillbit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetorhasbeenpresetatthe factory

andadjusbnentshouldnetbe necessary.

However,minoradjustmentmaybe required

tocompensatefor differencesinfuel,

temperature,altitudeorload.Ifthecarburetor

doesneedadjustment,proceedas follows:

Ingeneral,turningthe adjustingneedlesIn

(clockwise)decreasesthesupplyoffuelto

the enginegivingaleanerfueVairmixture.

Turningthe adjustingneedlesout (counter-

clockwise)increasesthesupplyof fuelto the

enginegivinga _cherfuel/airmixture.

IMPORTANT:Damageto the needlesand

seatsincarburetormayresultif turnedintoo

tight.

NOTE: Thecarburetoronthisengineislow

emis_on,It is squippedwithan idlefuel

adjustingneadlewitha limitercap,which

allowssomeadjusbnentwithinthe limits

allowedbythecap.Donet attemptto rernove

the limitercap.The limitercap canootbe

removedwithoutbreakingthe adjusting

needle.

1. Be sureyouhavea cleanairfilterandthe

throttlecontrolcableis adjustedproperly

(seeabove).

2. Startengine and allow to warm for itve

minutes.Make adjustmentswithengine

runningand shifl/moitoncontrollever in

neutral (N) pos'#_on,

3. Idlesoeed setting_- Wifh threltle control

lever in slow position,engine shouldidle

at 1750 RPM. Ifengine idlestoo slowor

last, tum idle speed adjustingscrew in or

out untilcorrectidle is attained.

4. Idlefuel needle setting-With throttle

controllever inslow p_sitlon,turn idle fuel

adjustmentneedle in (cleakwise) until

enginebegins to die and then turn out

(countemloakwise)untilengine runs

rough.Turn needle to apoint midway

between those two positions.

5. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces-

san/.

ACCELERATION TEST -

6. Move throttle controlleverfrom slowto

fast pos_on. If engine hesitatesor dies,

turn idle fuel adjustingneedle out

(counterclockwise) 1/8 rum. Repeat test

and continue to adjust, if necessary,until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact a Sears orother qualified

service center, which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Cable _"-----_

Clamp

screw I

Speed C_ontrol_']_,_J J

_ver

IdleSpeed ------.-._

Adjusting--------_r-------_ I

Screw I_'_A_I

Idle Fuel I_'--_ _

Adjusting -----"_ [_I--_'_I

Needle II !_%'_, ___

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Immediatelyprepareyour tractorfor

storageat the end of the seasonor if the

tractorwill notbe usedfor 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Neverstorethe tractorwith

gasoline inthe tank insidea building

wherefumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allowthe engineto cool before

storingin any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Removemowerfrom tractorfor winter

storage. When moweris to be storedfor

a periodof time, cleanit thoroughly,

removeall dirt,grease, leaves,etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entiretractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenancesectionof this

manual).

2. Inspectand replacebelts, if necessary

(See belt replacementinstructionsin

the Serviceand Adjustmentssection

of this manual).

3. Lubricateas shownin the Mainte-

nance sectionof thismanual.

4. Be surethat ell nuts,boltsand screws

are securelyfastened. Inspectmoving

partsfor damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch upall rustedor chippedpaint

surfaces;sandlightlybefore painting.

BATrERY

•Fullychargethe batteryforstorage.

Afteraperiodof time in storage,battery

may requirerecharging.

• To help prevent corrosionand power

leakagedudng long periodsof storage,

batterycables shouldbe disconnected

and batterycleaned thoroughly(see

"TO CLEANBATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS"inthe Maintenancesectionof

this manual).

•Aftercleaning,leave cablesdiscon-

nected and placecables where they

cannotcome in contactwithbattery

terminals.

•If batteryis removedfromtractorfor

storage,do notstorebatterydirectlyon

concreteor damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent

gum depositesfrom forming in essential

fuel systempartssuchas carburetor,fuel

hose, ortank duringstorage.

Also, expedance indicates that alcoh

blended fuels (called gasohol or usir

ethanol or methanol) can attract mois

which leads to separation and formal

of acids during storage. Acidic gas c_

damage the fuel system of and engin

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until

fuel lines and carburetor are empt

•Never use engine or carburetor cl(

products in the fuel tank or perman

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptat

alternative in minimizing the formatio

fuel gum deposits during storage, Ac

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the f

ratio found on stabilizer container. RL

engine at least 10 minutes after addir

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reaq

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas t=

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and repl

with clean engine oil. (See =ENGINE'

the Maintenance section of this manu

CYUNDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spa

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" posit

for afew seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one se_

to another,

•Replace your gasoline can if your i

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in yol

gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indool

and cover it to give protection from

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not rata

moisture. Do not use plastic. P_as_

cannot breathe which allows cond,

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor wl

engine and exhaust areas are still wz

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TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Will not start

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engineclicks but

will not start

1, Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment,

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged widng.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2, Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

CORRECTION

1. Fillfuel tank.

2. See"TO STARTENGINE"

in Operationsection.

3. Wait severalminutes

beforeattemptingto start.

4. Replace sparkplug.

5. Clean/repleceair filter,

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor,refilltank with

fresh gasolineand replace

fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To AdjustCarburetor"

in ServiceAdjustments

section.

10.Contacta Sears orother

Iqualifiedservicecenter.

1. Cleanirapleceair filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Rechargeor replace

battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drainfuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "ToAdjustCarburetor"

in ServiceAdjustments

section.

8. Contacta Sears orother

qualifiedservicecenter.

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replase ignition

switch.

8. Check/raplace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

t. Recharge or replace battery

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring,

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CORRECTION

Loss of power

CAUSE

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3.

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter. 4.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.

6. Faulty spark plug. 6.

7. Dirty fuel filter. 7.

8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8.

9. Water in fuel. 9.

Excessive

vibration

Enginecontinuas

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

10.Spark plug wire loose.

1. Set in "HigherCut"position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjustthrottlecontrol.

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 ta_k and carbura

tor, refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

1.Dirty engine air screen/fins.

i12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

113.Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15.Engine valves outof

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presencecontrolsystem.

1. Worn, bent or looseblade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See =To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel,

3. Tightenloosepart(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Levelmowerdeck.

3. Clean undersideof mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean aroundmandrelsto

open vent holes.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mowerbladeawill !1, Obstruction inclutch 1. Remove obstruction,

not rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt,

ddve belt,

3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel,

Poor grass 1, Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Pleadlight(a) not

_vorking

[if so equipped)

Battery will not

¢harge

Engine "backfires'

when turning

engine "OFF"

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck notlevel.

5. Low/uneventire air

pressure.

6. Wom, bent or looseblade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10.Improperblades used.

11.Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1, Switch is"OFF".

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Enginethrottlecontrolnot

set at =SLOW"position

for 30 secondsbefore

stoppingengine.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower ddve belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

t. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Move throttle control to

=SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds befor_

stopping engine.

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TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917.271133

SCHEMATIC

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" In -_" _1

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN4.1GHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+AI NONESTART B+ S + A1 NONE RELAY

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING,

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ELECTRICAL

t _

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271133

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 BatteP/

2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 114-20 x 3/4

8156417 Case Battery

16 161343 Switch Intedock

21 166182 Hamess, Ught Sod(at (w/4152J)

22 4152J IJght Bulb

24 4799J Cable, Battery

25 146147 Cable, Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 4207J Cable,Ground

29 160784 Switch, Seat

30 175566 Switch, I_ition

33 140403 Key, Molded

40 170219 Harness, Ignition

41 71110408 Bblt B_kFin Hex 1/4-20 UNG x 1/2

42 131563 Cover, Temtinal

43 175141 Solenoid

45 122822)( Ammeter

52 141940 Protec5on Wire Loop (Hour Meter)

81 109748X RelayAsm

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU,S. inches

1inch= 25.4 rnm

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271133

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

34

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271133

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

116g630 Chassis

2 169061 Dmwber

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

5155272 Bumper Hoo_Dash

9 168337X013 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xl

11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH

!2 145660 Cltp 13nnerman Gillie P/L

13 172108 Panel, Dash, RH

17 t 44983X558 Hood Assembly

18 126938X Bumber Hood

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/t6 x 12 Gauge

26 ST[To41437 Locknut, Hex, with Insert 3_-16 UNC

28 156725X558 G riile

29 155217X599 Lens, Gdlle

30 164918X558 Fender/Footrest

31 139976 Bracket, Fender/Suppod

37 174_508 Screw, Thdr_. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

38 169834 Pivot Bracket Assem_y, LH, Mower, Rear

51 73800400 Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4 -20 UNC

52 19091416 Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga.

53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

54 161464 Screw, Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8

55 1_ Bracket Gd{le PIckoff RH

57 STD552507 Bolt FinHex 1/4 -20 UNC X.75

58 150127 Air Duct

60 72140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT

74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/6-16 UNC

t14 158112 Keeper Belt

t13 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

142 165867 Plate Rektforcement STLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 t 54207 Bracket Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18TT

207 1767G508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x t/2

208 17676608 Screw Thdro_3/8-16 x 1/2

211 145212 Nut Flange Hex

212 165919 Insert Lens

-. 5479J Plug Button

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsg_venIn U.S. inches

1 Inch= 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

57

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GROUND DRIVE

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KEY PART KEY

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO.

1........ Transaxle (See Breakdown ) 62

Peedess 206-545C 63

2 146682 Spdng, Return, Brake 64

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 65

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 66

5 121520X Strap, Torque 70

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

8 165866 RodShlfter Feoder STLT 74

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 75

11 165701X Washer, Shltt Rate 76

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

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 78

16 BTD541431 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/16-16 x Gr.5 79

18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16UNC x 1 Gr. 5 80

19 STD541437 Nut 81

21 106933X Knob 82

22 130804 Rod, Brake 83

24 STC541237 Nut 84

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 85

26 ST[7o510_7 Washer 89

27 S_1210 Rn 90

28 145204 Rod, Pattdng Brake 96

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 112

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 113

32 STD523107 Bolt 116

34 155071 Shaft AseembJy, Foot Pedal 145

35 120183X Bearlng, Nylon 150

36 STD551662 Washer 161

37 STD571810 ROllRn 156

38 131494 Pulley, idler, Flat 158

39 BTD533727 Bolt 159

40 4470J Spacer, Split 395 x .59 161

41 165838 Keeper, Belt, idler 162

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

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

48 154407 Beticrenk Clutch Gmd Dry Stl 165

49 I_X Retainer, Belt 166

50 STD523715 Bult 168

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

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

53 1G5710X Link, Clutch 197

55 105709X Spdng, Clutch Retum 198

56 STC523712 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 2(_

57 130601 V-Bett, Ground Drive

59 16_691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span

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

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

8883R Cover, Pedal

140186 Pulley, Engine

71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16.20 x 4 Grade 5

S'10551143 Washer

154778 Keeper, Bett, Engine, FOOlProof

134683 Guide, Mower Ddve Belt, R.H.

1913_012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

137057 Specer, Axle

121746X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ge.

STD581075 E-Ring

123583)( Key, Square 2.0 x ,1845/1865

121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/3 x 16 Ga

S_ Key Woodruff

145090 Ann, Shift

165592 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 660 2tt

165711 Spdng, Torsion

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

166231 IJnk Traneexle

150_60 Nut, Nylock

158391X428 Console, Shitt, STLT

124346X Nut, Selt-Thdlng, Wsh Hd 1/4

STD624003 Retainer Spring 1"

19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

127285X Strap Torque 90 Degrees

72110610 B_t Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1.25

7449(To40 Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

165850 Bushing BellcrankGrd. Drive

19133210 Washer 13_2x2x 10Ga.

166002 Washer Srrtad 5/161D x 1.125

165589 Bracket Shift Mount

165494 Hub Tapered Range Shift Lt

72140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x3/4 Gr.5

73680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Uric

74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4_20Unc x 1 Gr 5

19091010 Washer 5/8 x .261 x 10 Ga

165_3 Bracket Pivot Lever

166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-16 x.561

165580 Plata Fastening Lt

173898 Keeper E_dtTmnsaxle Pmst/Oana

169613 Nyliner Snap-In

169593 Washer Nytiner

72110612 Bolt Carr. SH 3/3-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches

1Illch = 25.4 turn

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 SteedngWheel

2 154427 Front Axle Assembly

3 169840 Spindle h.ssembly, L,H.

4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5_66H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

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

81200(_(_9 Ring, Kiip

9 3366R Beadng, Steedng Column

10 16_32 Unk, Drag

11 STC551137 Washer, Loci(

13 136518 Spacer, Beadng, Front Axle

15 145212 NuL Hexllange Lock

17 156546 Shaft Assembly, Steedng

18 57079 Washer, Thrust .615 x .750 x .033

19 160_95 Support, Shaft

22 1_857 Screw hex Wshhd TOFX

23 165851 Pftttnan Shaft Assembly

25 154406 Bracket, Steedng

26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

27 136874 Gear, Sector

28 19131416 WaSher 13132 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

29 17060612 Screw 3/6-16 x 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin

32 130465 Rod,Tie

36 155099 Bushing, Steedng

37 152927 Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Rathe

38 139769 Insert, Steedng Wheel

39 19133812 Washer 13/32. x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

40 S'rD541537 Lock Nut Center 3/8-24 UNF

41 100711L Adaptor, Steedng Wheel

42 145054X428 Bcot, Steedng Dash p/L MU BIk

43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

44 153720 Extension Steedng Non-Adjust

46 121232X Cap, Splodle

47 6855M Fitting, Grease

51 _Nut Lock Hx Wrins 5/16-18 UNC

54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-1 ft UNC x 1-1/4

62 167902 Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

63 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 un(L x 1Gr. 5

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

66 154404 Bearing Arm Plltman

67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8.16 Unc x 2-1/4

68 169827 Brace Axte

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

80 74950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/6-16 x 3/4

82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastener Christmas Tree

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 1

Spark Arrester

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ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIP'nON

1 170548 Conb'ol"_rot/oiloke

2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

3....... Engine (See Breskdown) Kohler Model No. CV461-26504

4 174667 Muffler

13 12-041-03 Gasket

14 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2

15 13200300 Elbow, Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

15 STD551231 Washer

23 169837 Shield, BRN/DBR Guard

29 137180 Arrestor, Sperk

31 10920P_X Tank, Fuel

32 158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented

33 123487X Clamp Hose BIk

37 137040 UneFuel

38 ....... Plug Oil Drain (See Engine Breakdovm)

40 124G28X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Une

44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head. Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 3/4

45 17CO0612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

46 1g091416 Washer, 2/32 x 7/8 x 16 Guage

62 STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

77 19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Guage

80 7476(To08 Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 1/2

81 73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uric

101 M_ NutFiangeMB-1.25

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1140123 Seat 3450 81k/blk Craftsman

2 141To51 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

371110616 Bolt Fir=Hex 3/8-16ullc X 1

4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged

6 s'rlTo41437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3J8-16 Uric

7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 SIk Zi

8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x1.5 SMGML

9 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

10 155925 Pan Prd Seal _b_k}

11 166369 Knob Seat

12 121246X BranketPntMounfingSv_tct_

13 121248X

14 72C60412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 171852

Buehl Snap BIk Ny150 Id

BOll tRnOghdSht Nk t/4-20xi- t/;

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Sp_ng Cpr_l 1 27 S;k Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 ZIn_

Bolt Shoulpar 5_16-18 Unc.2A

22 ST0541431 Nut Hex Lo_k w/Ins 5116-18

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

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

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. in(

1inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

14

20

1

11 2

19

/22

14

13

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 156439

2163_07

4 171699

5 168920

6 133644

7171764

9 1632o4

11 156368

13 146046

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Decal Fender Danger Sears 14 163263 Decal Dash Panel

Decel Fend Auto Sears Gold 15 160396 Decel Mower Ddve Schema_

Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 19 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decel Hood Lh Crsftsman 20 166887 Decel Dec_ Mower EZ3

Decal Engine 22 149516 Dscal Battery

Decal Malnt Customer Sears Dora - - 138311 Decal Uff Handle

Decal Replacement Srs -* 165800X428 Pad Foobast Lh STLT

Dscal Fender Craftsman Gold .- 165799X4,?.8 Pad Footrest Rh STLT

Decal Fender STLTH Oper Inst - - 176499 Manual, Owner's {English)

F../S - - 176501 Manuel, Owner's (Spanish)

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E

WHEELS &TIRES

4,10

11

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 5919_ Valve Cap,'Rre

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106_22X Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, Front "rile

(Not Provided, Service item Only)

5 106732X427 Rim,Front

6 278H R_ng, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7 g040H Beadng, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

8 106108X427 Rim,Rear

9 122082X "rim, Rear

10 7152J Tube, Rear Tlrs

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

11 104757X425 Cap, Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, "Rle (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: Allcomponentdmensions giveninU.S. inches

1InGh= 25.4 mm

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LIFTASSEMBLY

5

13

3O

20 15

20

15

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 1G5767X Pin Groove

4 120000(_ EPJng

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

6 120183X Beadng Nylon

7 125631X GdpHandle Rutod

8 122365X Button Plunger Red

11 139865 Link Uft L.H.

12 139866 Link Uft R.H.

13 STD6_4068 Retainer Spdng

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Tnmnion

18 73800600 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 unc

19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spdng

23 110607X Nut, Special

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

25 2876H Spshg

26 169484 Retalnsr Cllp

27 126971X Rod, Adjust Lift

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

29 138G67 Knob, thfinlte Height Adjustment

30 150_33 Trunnion, Inf. He_ht

31 169865 Beadng, Pvt. Lift.

32 73540600 Nut Crownkx_ 318-24

49 145212 Nut, Hex Range Lock

50 110452X Nut, Push Phns. &-Oql

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

94

93 92 95

21 22

23 24

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Housing 90 74760616 Bolt Rn Hex 3/8-I 6 Uric x I

2 s'rD533107 Bolt 91 132274 Bracket Asm Nnseroller LH

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway 92 S't_541437 Lockout, Hex W/Wsh 3/6-16 UNC

Bar, Front 93 19171416 Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 94 13_64 Roller Nose

5 s'ro_4008 Retainer Spring 85 132273 Bracket Arm Noseraller RH

6 13083_ Arm, Suspension, Rear 101 136420 CoverMulchin 4g42"Bleck

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 1(12 71081010 Screw Pan Hd Philtlp 10°24 x5/8

9 S'10551137 Washer, Lock 103 19061216 Washer#10

10 140296 Washer, HaKlensd 104 STD651110 WasherLock

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 105 160793 Latch Asm Bagger

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 106 _NutWeld

Vented (Incl. Key Number 6) 111 155197 Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH

14 128774 Housing, Mandfld, Vented 112 155198 Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

15 110485X Beadng, BalI, Mandre_ 113 1706(_14 Screw 5/16-18

16 140329 SVipper, VentedMowerDeck 114 7351C600 Nut, HexKeps 5/16-18UNC

18 72140505 SClt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 115 72110504 Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 116 4898H Bolt, Shoulder

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 117 165746 Wheel,Gauge

21 s'rD541431 Nut, Crownlock5/16-18UNC 118 73930600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8.16

22 134753 SUftener Bracket 119 19121414 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ge.

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 121 143723 Bracket

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 129 19131312 Washer 13i32x13/16x12Ga.

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 130 ST[To23710 Bolt, RnHex 3/8-16uncxlG_',5

26 110452X Nut, Push 131 s'r[To33710 BoltRdhdSqnk3/8.16UNCx1

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 142 165890 ArmSpdngBrakeMower

28 19111016 Washer 11/82 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 143 157109 Brecket Arm Idler 42"

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 144 158634 Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

30 157722 Screw Thdrol RolUng Wsh Hd 145 165888 Pufley Idler Flat

31 129963 Washer, Specer 146 171977 Bolt Camdge Idler

3_ 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 147 131335 Spdng Extenslon

33 137266 NuL Toplock, Flanged 148 16_2 Sprlng Return Idler

34 STD533717 Bolt 149 165898 RetelnerSpdngYellow2]nc

35 133835 Faslner, ChdslmasTree 150 19091216 Washer 9/82x3/4x16Ga.

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Rat 151 169670 Bracket Clutch

37 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 GS. 152 169676 Cable Clutch 42"

40 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock3/8-16UNC 153 169674 Washer flat 3/8"TypeB

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 154 169675 Spdng Retelnsr

45 S_400_ Retainer 155 168671 SpdngRetentlonLever

46 137729 Screw, Tod. Roll 1/4-20 x 518 156 169672 Spacer

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 157 169669 Rod Clutch

49 174284 RolterAssembly, Cam Follower 158 17720410 Screw Hex "lhd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder#10024Grade5 159 S_17 BoltRdhdSqo3/8-16Uncxl-3/4

51 STD541410 Locknut -- 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Inclodes Key

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Numbem 8-10,12-15, 31 and 32)

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake -- 169583 Mower Deck, Complete (Std deck

54 133943 Washer, Hardensd order separately mulcher plate

55 155046 Arm. Idler components key nos. 101-106)

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guarcl, Tuv Idler

67 149846 Knob Custom Oval NOTE: All component dimensions given In U,S.Incbes

68 144959 V.Be4t I inch = 25.4 mm

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PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

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PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER206-545C

REF PART REF PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1,772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 7g0079 Brake Lever

2 780086A Needle Beadng 5/8" 42 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"

3 770128 TransaxleCase 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075 Locknut 5 /16 •24

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025 Brake Pad Holder

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066 Spacer ,2625 x 1.0

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086 Brake Lever Bracket

7 778330 Spur Gear (tl teeth) 47 7746_0 Axle (11-15 /16" Long)

8 792180 Shift Key 48 774691 Axle (16 -1/2" long)

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356 Spur Gear (29 teeth)

9 784352 Shift C_lar 50 779338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354 Spur Gear (23 teeth)

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352 Spur Gear (19 teeth)

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350 Spur Gear (16 teeth)

13 778368 Bevel Gear (t 3 teeth) (include. 54 778346 Spur Gear (15 t_eth)

14) 56 778355 Spur Gear (11 teeth)

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Include.13) 57 778337 Spur Gear (13 teeth)

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 58 778353 Spur Gear (17 teeth)

17 786188 Ddve Pin 59 779351 Spur Gear (21 teeth)

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X ,695 60 778349 Spur Gear (24 teeth)

20 792077A Bali 5/16" dla 61 778345 Spur Gear (25 teeth)

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 -16 x 3/8" 65 780189 Rat Washer .563 ID x .062W

22 792079 Spring .310 OD x .625 L 66 776422 Input Shaft

25 792073A Screw 1/4 -20 x 1-1/4" 67 776396 Shifter & Brake Shaft

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 69 792170 RetalningRlng

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 70 786187 Spacer .890

27 7S2035 Reteining Ring 71 788069 Square Cut Ring

28 788040 Retaining Ring 71B 788092 _O" Ring

29 780072 Thrust Washer/827 ID x .031W 76 _Flat Washer 1.128 ID x .058W

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 IO x .031W 77 788078A Inveded Retaining Ring

29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 79 792144 Spdng .430 DO x .5000 L

29(3 780199 AnS-Rotetion Washer .632 82 778333 Bevel &Spur Gear (30 & 13 teeth)

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 83 778338 Spur Gear (27 teeth)

31 780001 Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W (Use 85 792154 Oil RII Plug

As Needed) 87 788089A Oil Seal 9 /16"

31A 780195 Flat Washer .750 ID x .062W 150 788093A Uqald Gasket RTV Silicone

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 157 788088A Oil Baal 3/4"

34 780194 Bushing .563 180 _A Gearoil80W90

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 /8" ID 900 794712 Replacement MST -206-545C

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing ,751 Transaxle

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S. inches

39 786026 DowelRn

40 792076A Flat Washer .912 ID x ,059W 1 inch =25.4 mm

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV461, TYPE NUMBER 26504

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV461, TYPE NUMBER 26504

CYLINDER HEAD/VALVF.JBREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 1 12-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft

2 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 2Block, cylinder

3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Use Short Block 12 522 50)

(Qty. 2), 12 041 02-S, & 12 3 12-445-02-S Strap, lifting

041 03-S) 4 M-839025-S Screw, hex. flange

3 12-411-03-S Rod, push (2) M8x1.25x25

4 12-041-08-S Gasket, cylinder head 5 12-380-17-S Dowel, locating (4)

512-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 6 12-755-49-S Kit, camshaft (includes 7,8)

12-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) 7 12-089-31-S Spring, actuating

6 12-016-O1-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) 8 12-422-08-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) blue

12-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) 12.422-09-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) red

7 X-75-23-S Plug, allen hd. pipe 1/8" 12.422-10.S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) yellow

8 12-318-36-S Cylinder Head 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) green

9 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (2) 12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) gray

10 12-599-03-S Pivot, rocker arm (2) 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) black

11 M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.) white

M6xL0x34 (2) 9 12-144-28-S Shaft, balance

12 12-089-01-S Spring, valve (2) 10 12-874-01-S Piston w/Ring Set (Std.)

13 12-f73-01-S Cap, valve spring (2) (Includes 11,12)

14 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (2) t2-874-02-S Piston w/Ring Set (.25)

15 12-488-05-S Washer, plain 13/32" 12-874-O3-S Piston w/Ring Set (.50)

16 12-112-13-S Spacer, head bolt exhaust 11 12 018 02-S Retainer, piston pin (2)

port 12 12-108-01-S Ring Set (Std,)

17 12-086-15-S Screw, hex. flange f2-108-02-S Ring Set (.25)

Mt0xl.5xSf (5) 12-108-03-S Ring Set (.50)

18 25 237 14-S Clamp, hose (2) 13 12-067-11-S Connecting Rod (Std.)

19 12-326-03-S Hose, breather 12-067-12-S Connecting Rod (.25)

20 M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange 14 12-380-01-S Pin, governor regulating

M6xl.0x20 (5) 15 12-043-05-S Gear, governor

21 12-096-07-S Cover, valve w/nipple 16 M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm

22 M-545010-S Screw, hax. flange 17 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

M5x0.8xl0 18 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

23 12-018-01-S Retainer, breather reed 19 12-755-84-S Kit, gov. cross shaft w/clip

24 12-402-02-S Reed, breather (Includes 23)

20 X-25-102-S Washer, plain 1/4"

21 12-032-01-S Seal, governor cross shaft

22 M-631015-S Washer, plain 6 mm

23 12-t54-05-S Clip, hitch pin

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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IGNmONIELECTRICAL I

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AIR INTAKE I

BLOWER ROUSING AND BAFFLES I

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KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV461,TYPENUMBER26504

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange

MlOx1.5x46

212-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8"

324-162-03-S Screen, grass

4 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6xl.0x16

(4)

5 12-157-03-S Fan

6 X-42-15-S Key

7 12-025-15-S Flywheel

8 12-155-09-S Connector

9 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5xO.8x25

(2)

10 12-085-09-S Stator

11 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20 (2)

12 12-154-06-S Clip, cable (2)

13 41-403-09-S Regulator, rectifier- 15 amp

14 X-22-11-S Washer, lOCk 1/4"

15 M-639016-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x16 (2)

16 236602-S Connector

17 12-132-02-S Spark Plug

18 X-72ff-1-S Clip, cable (2)

19 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

MSxO.8xl0 (2)

20 12-584-04-S Module, ignition

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-176-44-S

24-518-12-S Harness, wiring

Lead, black (6" -12 gauge-

insulated grip barrel

eyelet terminals)

Lead, white (36" -18 gauge

-fully insulated push on

tab and uninsulated socket

terminals)

12-518-35-S

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8xlO (6)

24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4"

t2-146-07*S Plate, blower housing

M-550010-S Screw, hex. flange

M5xO.8xlO

24-096-05-S Cover, pinion

12-027-7ff-S Housing, blower

12-063-18-S Baffle, intake side

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

12-086-37-S Screw, captive washer

M5xO.Sx20 (3)

12-Off3-f7-S Baffle, cylinder head

M-645016-S Screw, hax. flange

M6xl.0x16 (2)

12-063-09-S Baffle, cylinder

NOT ILLUSTRATED

M-541050-S Nut, hax. flange M5x0.8

AIR INTAKFJFILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

lO

11

12

12-281-01-S Duct, air

25-341-03-S Knob, air cleaner cover

12-096-24-S Cover, air cleaner

12-083-12-S Precleaner, element

12-100-0ff-S Wing Nut

12-083-10-S Kit, air cleaner element

(Includes 5, 7, 8)

12-743-12-S Filter, element (Includes 5,

8)

12-032-11-S Seal 1-7/16"

12-094-07-S Base, air cleaner (Includes

10, 11)

12-072-04-S Stud, mounting plate

M6x1,0x75

12-086-01-S Screw, #10 Hi-Lo thread

forming (2)

12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53-S Decal, air cleaner

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

53

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917.271133

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STARTING SYSTEM I

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271133

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV461, TYPE NUMBER 26504

STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 1 12-079-11-S

M8x1.25x70 (2) 2 12-237-O1-S

225-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 3 24-086-43-S

3-8) 4 M-664020-S

312-756-54-S Kit, drive end

4 12-227-18-S Cap, drive end 5 12-536-10-S

5 12-170-05-S Armature

6 12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spring 6 M-443025-S

7 12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end 7 M-443020-S

812-211-01-S BoLt,hex. flange 1/4-20x4-5/ 8 12-089-11-S

8 (2) 9 12-089-23-S

10 12-089-24-S

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION 11 12-755-83-S

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12-038-01-S Dipstick assembly (Includes

2-3)

2 25-755-13-S Kit, oil fill cap (Includes3)

3 12-153-03-S O-Ring, oil tiffcap

4 12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

5 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill

6 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25

7 12-153-OI-S O-Ring, lower oilfill tube

8 25-162-07-S Screen, o_1pickup

9 12.096-03-S Cover, oil pickup screen

10 M-545016-S Screw, hex, flange

M5x0.8x16

11 25-462-09-S Valve, oil pressure relief

12 52-050-02-S Filter, oil

13 X-75-10-S Ping, sq. hd, solid 3/8"

14 12-393-01-S Pump, oil

15 12-153-O6-S O-Ring, oil pump cover

16 12-096-34-S Cover, oil pump

17 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16 (3)

18 12-032-03-S Seal, oil (F_T.O.end)

19 24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange

M8xl.25x45 (11)

20 24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45

21 12-199-56-S Assembly,Pan, oil (IncL

11,14-17)

12 12-100-07-S

t3 52-211-04-S

14 12-090-28-S

15 25-158-08-S

16 12-079-10-S

17 25-158-11-S

Linkage, choke

Clamp, cable

Screw, hex. flange

Screw, lobed socket

M6xl.0x20 (2)

Control, speed assembly

(Includes 6-9)

Screw, pan head M4x0.7x25

Screw, pan head M4xO.7x2O

Spdng, choke (2)

Spring, choke retum

Spring, governor

Kit, governor _ever (Includes ::

12-14)

Nut, hex flange 1/4-20

Bolt, 1/4-20x1"

Lever, governor

Bushing, throttle linkage

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle linkage

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

55

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271133

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV461,TYPE NUMBER 26504

CRANKSHAFT IEXHAUST]

FUEL SYSTEM I

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56

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271133

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV461, TYPE NUMBER 26504

FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRiPTiON

1

2

3

4

5

6

M-641060-S

X-22-11-S

M-629116_S

12-853-68-S

12-041-02-S

12-O53-68

Nut, hex flange M6xl.0 (2)

Washer, look 1/4"

Stud M6x1,0x116 (2)

Kit, carburetor w/gasket

(includes 5,6,7 qty 1)

Gasket, air cleaner

Carburetor assembly

(For information only not

available separately)

(Service with: Kit, carburetor

overhaul 12 757 27-S,

Kit, solenoid repair 12-757-

28-S,

Kit, choke repair 12-757-30-

S, and

Kit, gasket replacement

12-757-31-S)

7 12-041-01-S Gasket, carburetor (2)

8 12.265-06-S Deflector, heat

9 25 237 14-S Clamp, hose (2)

10 25-353-10-S Line, fuel 9"

11 25-050-03-S Filter, fuel in-line

12 47-154-01-S Clip cable

NOT ILLUSTRATED

M-561010-S Screw, thread forming

M5x0.8xl0

12-757_27-S Kit, carburetor overhaul with

gaskets

12-757-28-S Kit, solenoid repair with

gaskets

12-757-30-S Kit, choke repair with

gaskets

12-757-31-S Kit, gasket replacement with

gaskets

12-454-03-S Tie cable

12-518-36-S Lead, red, (37" -20 gauge -

uninsulated push on tab

and uninsulated socket

terminals)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

112-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2 25-139-27-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 25-072-04-B Stud, M8x1.25x33 (2)

2 12-041-03-S Gasket, exhaust manifold

3 12-126-11-S Bracket muffler

4 12-445-06-S Strap, lifting

5 M-645025-S Screw, hex flange

M6xl.0x25 (2)

12 522 50 Short Blook

12-755-93-S Gasket Set

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

57

58

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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.

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