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Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAN'I

LAWN TRACTOR

15.5 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.271552

I_ his product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A.

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

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

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

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

Assembly/Pre-Operation......................8

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

MaintenanceSchedule......................17

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

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

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

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

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

Sears Service ...................... Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be

defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed

below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the

two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service

the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below).

For your convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30

days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Crafts-

man product is dropped off at an authorizedSears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this

product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become wom during normal use including but not limited

to b ades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

•Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, includin_ but not limited to, damage

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

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speedin._ the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not lim ted to,

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

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

debds, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME.

After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be

available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman

product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

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

vary, from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.,Dept.817WA, Hoffman Estates, 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.

Look for this symbol to point out •

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!H BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED. •

_IL CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_I, CAUTION: Tow onlythe 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. "l]ros can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_I, 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 Califomia to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine

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 unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect them-

selves and others from serious injury.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

suit in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

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

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT"

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do notuse grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlL CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside 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 could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blede(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades oft.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 °Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline

Capacity

and Type:

Oil Type:

API-SF-SJ):

Oil Capacity:

Spark Plug:

(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed

(MPH):

1.25 Gallons

Unleaded

Regular

SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

3.0 Pints

Champion RC12YC

Forward:

1st 1.1

2nd 1.4

3rd 2.2

4th 3.4

5th 4.3

6th 5.5

Reverse: 1.7

!Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 12 PSI

Charging 3 Amps Battery

System: 5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of anew tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

,_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering Wheel

Sleeve

_28 x 1-1/4

(1) Large Flat

Washer

(1) Locknut 1/4-28

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Steering

Wheel

Adapter

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

Seat

(1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

Video Cassette Slope Sheet

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(2) 7/16"wrench (1) Pliers

(1) 3/4" wrench (1) Utilityknife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines

on all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATFACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 1/4 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3, Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension,

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

Aria Extension

_/Shaft

114 Locknut _ I'_ 1/4 Hex

//Bolt

Steering

Shaft

Slots

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and gdll.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

CHECK BATI'ERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

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 =BA'I-FERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely, Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan _.

Bolt

Flat Washer

Adjustment Knob

Ider

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1, Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_ILWARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1, Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed,

2. Check engine oil level and fitl 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 p.arking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP' position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

,YCHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we

wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

•/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1hour at 6amps).

4' Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

J All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly levelec

side-to-sideffront-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulley.,

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:

J Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

#" Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT !

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

r 'm R N H L

ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATrACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter

Attachment

Clutch Ignition Switch

Lever Position

Throttle/Choke

Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Height

Clutch/ Adjustment

Brake Pedal Indicator

tg Brake Lever

Gearshift Leve \

Our tractors conform to the safety standards ofthe

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of 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 POSITION -Turns the

headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER -Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THRO'n'LF-JCHOKE CONTROL -Used

for starting and controlling engine speed,

AMMETER -Indicates battery charging

(+) or discharging (-).

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 standard safety glasses or a

wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

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 all the

way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and

release pressure from clutch/brake

pedal. Pedal should remain in brake

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Throttle/Choke =Engaged" Position

Control \

\'_..-.._ J/....,2".._ Ignition Key

Disengaged"

Brake I ," \\ _\\_'_ Position

P_I___ ', "_', \V Parking

/\ --"_ ". %\, _'- /Brake ,,

/\,_"_'," "; -_- - '--'<'_:_:'-""._ Engaged

_-J .,..-..-_I._ Gearshift

/_ _/_ Lever

"Brake" _ "_,r_,_._I.....

Position " ul_ully=y_u

Position

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 all the way down.

•Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" 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 "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION: A,Iways stop tractor

completely, as aescribed above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THRO'rrLE 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 CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running.

These heights are approximate and may

vary depending upon soil conditions,

height of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

To stop mower blades -

_engage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION; Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Attachemnt

Lift Lever

,,S._h Position

"?' "Low

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AI-I'ACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. 13res can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler

neck. Do not overfill. 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.

ACAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

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

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

CAUTION: 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.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

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 turn key

clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts. Do not

run starter continuously for more than

fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °F and

above)

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.

•The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up pedod.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

(See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

tractor. This will result in a more even

distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dded 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

matedal. 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.

CheCk Brake Operation !If I_

Check Tim Pressure Vt

Check Operator Presence and

TIr,_r_ockeys_ems I/

R Check for Loose Fasteners VeV*s

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades V'3 1

LubricationChart _If

Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals _t/'

Check Transaxle Cooling If

Check V-Belts If

Check Engine OiL Level V* I_

Change Engine Oil (with oil liltsr) _1,2

E Change Engine Oil (without oil ltlter) I_1,2

NClean Air Filter Ibm=,

iG Clean Air Screen V'=

i_ Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrestsr VJ

EReplace Oil Filter (if equipped) I_,2

Clean Engine Cooling Fins V' =z

Replace Spark Plug _I_

u',

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more oft4s,n when operating under aheavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Sap/ice more often when operating in dirty ot dusty conditions+

3 * Replace b_ades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4-Not requhed if equiPPed w_th maintenance-tree batter/,

5 - T_hten front axle pivot boil to 35 ft.-lee, maxirmJm,

DO not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and

help your engine run better and last

longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

,_ (_ Spindle

--_m_ zerk

-; (_Front Wheel

Bearing Zerk

iEngine

(_ General Purpose Grease

_) Refer to Maintenance =ENGINE"

Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bearings.

Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubricat-

ing bearings. If you feel they must be

lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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 purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

3. install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown. 18

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Mandrel Assembly

Trailing Up

Blade Center

iHole

Flat Washer,

Lock Washer

_---'Hex Bolt (Grade)'

"A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade -but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with afile

or on agrinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use 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" Bolt

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life,

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

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

el ls with wire brush until bright.

5. C dterminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

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

weal

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.

SAlE VISCOSITY GRADES

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32°E Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-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. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick. Oil Fill

Cap/Dipstick

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Remove cartridge nut.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT" Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

iff_-._.Cartddge

Nut

Foam

Pre-Cleaner _! _Paper

,_ \P'artridge

Base

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

1. Remove screws from blower housing

and lift housing and dipstick tube

assembly off engine.

2. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry

of dirt.

3. Use compressed air or stiff bristle

brush to thoroughly clean engine

cooling fins.

To reassemble, reverse above

procedure.

Screws Blower Housing Screws

Assembly

Plug

Engine Cooling

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline. Clamp

Fuel Filter_

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using 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.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-

VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4, Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch Spd

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

Link

Retainer S

Anti-Sway

Collar Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing Guide Brac

Large Retainer Spring

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with

retainer springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer

spring.

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Install belt onto engine pulley.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or ddveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). It tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

•If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to ground mower to ground

_o Suspension Arm

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT" Deck must be level side-to

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "P

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut =E" on both front links an

equal number of turns. The two front

links must remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut =P against

trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

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

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel

Pulley Idler

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 on a level dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

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

jam nut and turn 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 aSears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

\ Jam Nut

Arrn ting

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3, Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

Engine._

Pulley

Clutching---------

Idler

Stationary/

Center Span

Keeper T_ _eSyaxi'-:

23 .0

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down be-

tween transaxle belt keepers and onto

the input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine

pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keep-

ers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble with

crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact aSears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key -Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

dng securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Ring

Axle

Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

RNING: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BAI-I-ERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

Square Key ...._ '

Rear Wheel Only)

REPLACING BATTERY

_WARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely,

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 AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor, Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect headlight wire connector.

I Headlight Wire

Connector

Terminal Keps Hex

Bolt

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 run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjustment

is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke position.

Slowly move lever from choke to fast

position.

2. Check that holes "A" in govemor control

lever and hole in govemor plate line-up.

If holes "A" are not aligned, loosen clamp

screw and move throttle cable until holes

are aligned. Tighten clamp screw

securely. Governor

Governor Control Lever Control Plate

Holes

"A" Clamp Screw Throttle

Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetoron thisengineislow

emission. It is equippedwithan idlefuel

adjusting needlewith a limitercap, which

allows some adjustment within the limits

allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove

the limitercap. The limitercap cannot be

removed without breaking the adjusting

needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the factory

and adjustment should not be necessary.

However, minor adjustment may be required

to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, tuming idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreasesthe supplyof fuel to

the enginegMng a leaner fuel/air mixture.

Tumingthe idlemixture valve out (counter-

clockwise)increasesthe supplyof fuelto the

engine givinga richerfuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage tothe needlevalve

andthe seat incarburetor may resultif,screw

is tumed intootight.

PREUMINARY SE'I-I-ING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assembled

to the carburetor when making carburetor

adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL S EI-I'ING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slew

pos_on. With finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever against idle speed screw.

Tum idle speed screw to attain 1750

RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, tum idle mixture valve

full travel clodoNise then counterclock-

wise until engine runs rough. Tum valve

to a point midway between those two

posilJons. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST-

4. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

tum idle mixture valve out (counterclock-

wise) 1/8 tum. Repeat test and continue

to adjust, if necessary, until engine

accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not

adjust or damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine

governor, which is factory set for proper

engine speed. Overspeeding the engine

above the factory high speed setting can be

dangerous. If you think the engine-governed

high speed needs adjusting, contact a

Sears or other qualified service center,

which has proper equipment and experience

to make any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed Screw

Throttle

Lever

Idle Mixture

Valve with

Limiter

Immediatelyprepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_IbCAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATrERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual),

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank dudng storage.

Also, alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)

can attract moisture which reads to

separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which altows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor white

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

w! I not start

CAUSE

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

!8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

CORRECTION

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

Out of fuel.

Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

Engine flooded. 3.

Bad spark plug. 4.

Dirty air filter. 5.

Dirty fuel filter. 6.

Water in fuel. 7.

Blown fuse. 4.

Corroded battery terminals. 5.

Loose or damaged wiring. 6.

Faulty ignition switch. 7.

Weak or dead battery. 1.

Corroded battery terminals. 2.

Loose or damaged wiring. 3.

Faulty solenoid or starter. 4.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section,

t0. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace

battery.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

Disengage attachment

clutch.

Recharge or replace

battery.

Replace fuse.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace ignition

switch.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Recharge or replace battery.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Loss of power

Excessive

vibration

Enginecontinues 1.

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty airfilter. 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.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11 .Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

Faulty operator-safety 1.

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.

2. Mower deck not level. 2.

_3. Buildup of grass, leaves, 3.

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel. 4.

5. Clogged mower deck vent 5.

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11 .Clean engine air screen/fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged pads.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

Level mower deck.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

CAUSE

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10.Improper blades used.

11 .Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFP.

2. Bulb(s)or lamp(s) bumed oul

3. Faulty lightswitch,

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure,

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11 .Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec

tions.

Replace fuse.

5. Blown fuse. 5.

Battery will not 1. Bad battery cell(s). 1. Replace battery.

charge 2. Poor cable connections. 2. Check/clean all connec

tions.

3. Faulty regulator 3. Replace regulator.

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

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

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

engine "OFF" for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine, stopping engine.

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

SCHEMATIC

REO

BATTERY

BLACK

AMMETER FUSE

[OPTIONAL) , _ ,

CLUTCH/BRAKE

---_ _G AI( [PEDALUP)

IGNITION

SWffCH

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+AI NONE

START B+S÷A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN 8+A1 NONE

E4ACK

[OPTIONAL)

I.... •

SOLENOID

WHfflE

'MENTCLUI"(3H

SULCK(CLUTCH OFF) |

REEl __

STARTER

8L_CK

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

•SPARK

PLUG

eLACK IGNITION _- GAP O_

J (2PLUGSON

' FUEL_ UNIT

_UE ,, LINE 'TWIN CYL ENGINES)

I_ C_RGING SYS'R_M OUtfIT 28 vGK.lrs AC M_N O36_ F_=M

3 AMP CC O3600 RPM ICHARGk_G _¢_rEM OtSCONNECT1ED)

FUELSHUT-OFFSOLENOID REO ,: i

(IF SO EQUIPPED) IUGH_'_SYS'_aOU_F_ I l

s_apAce aGoo_u_'_ODE i_!OODE ,

OR/_NGE

=. ......... I

HEADUGHTS

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM,

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE UGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

ELECTRICAL

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X3/4

8 176689 Box Battery Fender

16 176138 Switch Interlock

21 175685 Harness Socket Light W/4152J

22 4152J Bulb Light #1156

24 4799J Cable Battery 6ga 11" red

25 146147 Cable Battery 6Ga W/16 Wir red

26 175158 Fuse20AMP

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12" black

29 121305X SwitchPlunger Nc Gray

30 175566 Switch Ign Delta Push-ln

33 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta

40 179720 Harness Ign

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

42 131563 CoverTerminal Red

43 178861 Solenoid

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 AMP

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

89 180449 Cover Terminal Battery

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U. S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,271552

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

26 31

208 11_.

33 10

26 _., 5

2O9

• . _209

38 S

55 57

2O8

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 174620

2 176554

3 17060612

5 155272

6 174643X010

8 126471X

9 168348X010

10 72140608

11 155927

12 145660

13 172107X010

15 74180512

16 73510500

17 159639X558

18 126938X

24 74780616

25 19131312

26 73800600

28 179101

29 140273X599

30 169465;<558

31 136619

33 179716X558

34 179717X558

35 72110606

37 17490508

38 175710

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 144697

54 161464

55 144696

57 74780412

58 150127

145 156524

205 17490608

206 170165

208 17670608

209 17000612

212 156229

- - 5479J

DESCRIPTION

Chassis Lt Stamping

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

BumperHood/Dash

SaddleSLKSCRE FLTSDL

Clip Insulator.406 Mtg Hole

Dash Slkscr PIm Mech Sym

Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 1

Panel Asm. Dash Lh

ClipTinnerman Grille P/L

Panel Dash Rh

Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-18unc x 3/4

Nu Keps 5/16-18uric

Hood PntSteel Private Label

BumperHood

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

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

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

Grill/LensAsm

Lens Grille

FenderPnt

Bracket Fender Support

Footrest Pnt. Lh

Footrest Pnt. Rh

Bolt RdHd Sht. Sqnk. 3/8-16 x3/4

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18x 112Tyt

Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 1/4-20

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

Bracket Gdlle LH

Screw Hex Wshd #8-18 x 7/8

Bracket, Gdlle RH

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

AirDuct Private Label LT Engine

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

BoltShoulder 5/16-18 Tr

Screw ThdroL 3/8-16 x 1/2

Screw Hex Wsh Thdml 3/8-16 BL

insert Lens Reflective

Plug ButtonBIk .359 Dia. Choke

NOTE: All component dimensionsgivenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

GROUND DRIVE

112 /-

77 37

26 27

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 50 STD523715 Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc x1-1/2

Peer_ess206-545C 51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC

2 148682 Spnng ReturnBrake T/a Zinc 52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

3 123666X PulleyTransaxle 18/20"tires 53 105710X LinkClutch 7 66

4 12000028 RingRetainer #5100-62 55 105709X SpringReturn Clutch6 75

5 121520X StrapTorque 30 Degrees 56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 57 130801 V-Belt Gd Drive

7t62240 Bracket Saddle ShiftT/a 59 169691 Keeper BeltCentarspan

8 131679 Rod Shf Sdl LY/YT Str Blk Zinc 61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1Cad 62 8883R Cover Pedal BfkRound

11 105701X Washer Plate Shl 386 Sq Hole 63 175410 Pulley Eng

t2 19151216 Washer 15/32 x 3/4 x 16ga 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-26unf Gr8 W/Patch 65 STD551143 Washer Lock Hvy Hlci Spr 7/16

14 STD551125 WasherLock Hvy Helical 114 66 154778 KeeperBeltEngins

18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 70 134683 Guide BeltMower DriveRH

19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 74 137057 Spacer Axle

21 106933X Knob Rd 1/2-13 PlstcThds BIk 75 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga

22 130804 Rod Brake BIk Zinc 26 840 76 STD581075 E-ring#5133-75

24 STD541237 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 77 t 23583X Key Square 2 0x 1845/1865

25 106888X Spf,ng Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 78 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/3 x 16 Ga

26 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 79 2228M Key

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad 96 4497H Retainer Spring1.00

28 175765 Rod Brake Parking Lt/Yt 112 19091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga

29 71673 Cap Brake Parking 118 127285X StropTorque

30 174973 Bracket Mtg Transaxle 116 72140608 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1

32 STD523107 Bolt He:<Hd 5/16-18unc x 3/4 120 73900600 Nut Lock Fig3/8-16

34 175578 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 145 74490540 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x Gr. 5

35 120183X Beadng Nylon BIk 629 Id 150 175456 SpacerRetainer

36 STD551062 Washer 21/32 x 1x 16 Ga 151 19133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga

37 STD571610 Pin Roll 3/16 x 1" 170 178394 KeeperBeltTransaxle

38 179114 Pulley IdlerComposite Ext Hub 202 72110614 BoltCarr Sh 3/5-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc X 3 212 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

41 175556 Keeper Belt Idler 250 17060612 Screw 3/8-t6 x3/4

47 127783 Pulley IdlerV Groove Plastic

48 154407 BellcrankClutch Gm Dry Stl NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U. S.

49 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

STEERING

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¢.-

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMB ER 917.271552

STEERING

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 139768

2 175131

3 169840

4 169839

5 6266H

8 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 175121

11 10040600

12 73940800

13 136518

15 145212

17 180641

26 12_:_47X

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 13O465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19183812

40 7810H

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 18O6o4O

46 121232)(

47 6855M

51 73540400

54 71130420

65 160367

67 72140618

68 169827

71 175146

82 169835

85 133835

88 175118

91 175553

DESCRIPTION

Wheel SteeringOpp Sears Blk

Axle Asm Front

SpindleAsm Lh

SpindleAsm Rh

Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230

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

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

RingKUp#T5304-75

Bearing Col StrgBIk

Draglink

Washer Lock Hvy Hlel Spr 3/8

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf

Spacer Brg Axle Front

Nut Hexflange Lock

Shaft Asm Strg

BushingLink Drag Blk LR

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Screw 3/8-16 x3/4

Pin Cotter 1/4 x 3/4

RodTieWire Form 19.75 Mech

BushingStrg. 5/8 ID Dash

Screw

Cap Wheel Steer Opp Sears USA

Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24

Adaptor Wheel Strg.

Boot Steering Dash P/L MTL BIk

Washer 25132x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Extension SteeringNon-adjust

Cap SpindleFrTop BIk

FittingGrease

Nut Crownlock114-28

Bolt Hex 1/4-28 Unf x 1-1/4 Gr. 8

Spacer Axle

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

Brace Axle

SteeringAsm

Bracket Susp Chasis Front

Fastner ChristmasTree

Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc

ClipSteering

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven inU. S.

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

ENGINE

81 4

I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

170545 ControlTldch

17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

....... Engine (See Breakdown)

Briggs,ModelNo 28U707-1112-E 1

4137352

13 165291

14 13280324

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487X

37 137040

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17060620

81 73510400

Muffler Exh LT B&S 14HP IC OHV

Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated

Nipple Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 NPT

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

ShieldBrowning/DebrisGuard

Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scm)

Tank Fuel Front 1 25

Cap Asm Fuel Soars Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

Line Fuel 20"

Plug. drain (Order from engine mfg.)

BushingSnap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdro1114-20x 314

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

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 ga

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 X 3/4

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

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEATASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140122

2 140551

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 174894

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat 13 121248X

Bracket Pvt St 14 72050412

Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16unc X 1 15 134300

Washer Flat 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 16 121250X

CUpPush-In Hinged 17 123976X

LocknutHex W/Wsh 3/8-16 21 171852

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIkZi 22 STD541431

Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 24 19171912

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X

Pan Seat

Knob Seat Adj. Wingnut

Bracket Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

BushingSnap BIk Ny150 Id

Bolt RdhdSht Nk 1/4-20xl-1/2

Spacer Split28x 96 Yel Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 SIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Rg Gr5 Zinc

Bolt Shld 5/16-18 Unc-2A BIk D

Nut Lock Hex "W/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x ,62

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven inU. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

DECALS

6314

11 10

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156867

2 181563

3 171704

4 179128

6 133644

7 181412

9 163204

10 149516

DESCRIPTION

Decal Dash Inst Oper English

Decal HP Engine

Decal Hood Logo

Decal Deck

Decal MaintCust Sears

Domestic

Decal Replcmnt

Decal Fender Craftsman White

Decal Battery DngdPsn Eng

Acme

KEY PART

NO. NO.

11 156439

12 181249

13 146046

14 181685

15 160396

- - 179768X428

- - 179769)(428

- - 138311

-- 183208

- - 183209

DESCRIPTION

Decal Danger Fender Eng/span

Decal Clutch/brakeEnglish

Decal V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor

Decal Panel Dash 6sp 42"

DecalV-Belt Sch

Pad FootrestLH

Pad FootrestRH

Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust

Manual Owners English

Manual Owners Spanish

WHEELS AND TIRES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X427

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X427

9 124635X

10 7152J

11 104757X428

-- 144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tire

StemValue

Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 -6 Service

Tube InnerFront #35060

Rim Asm 6"frontWhite Service

FittingGrease

BearingFlange

Rim Asm 8"rearWhite Service

Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service

Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

Cap Axle BIk 150 X 1 00

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven inU. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

LIFTASSEMBLY

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LIFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT

2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc

4 12000002 E Ring#5133-62

5 19211621 Washer Pltd21/32 X 1 X 21ga

6 120183X Bearing NylonBIk 629 Id

7 125631X Grip Handle FlutedBIk

8 12_365X ButtonPlungerRed

11 139865 Link Lift LH

12 139866 Link Lift RH

13 STD624008 RetainerSpring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 175689 Trunnion

18 73800800 Nut Lock W,'_Vsh1/2-13unc

19 139868 ArmSuspensionRear

20 163552 RetainerSpringZinc

31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER917.271552

MOWERDECK

J_/3 24

29 27

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165892

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 165460

5 STD624008

6 178024

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

13 180074

14 128774

15 110485X

16 174493

18 72140505

19 132827

20 159770

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 130968X426

28 19111016

29 131491

30 173984

31 129963

32 153535

33 178342

34 STD533717

36 131494

37 S_1037

4O STD541437

44 140088

45 STD624O03

46 137729

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

Mower Dock Assembly, 42" 48 133944

Bolt 49 174284

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front 50 131340

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 51 STD541410

RetainerSpring 52 139888

Bar Sway Deck 53 131845

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 54 133943

Washer, Lock 55 155046

Washer, Hardened 56 165723

Blade,Mulching 59 141043

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel 67 149846

Housing,Mandrel,Vented 68 144959

Bearing, Ball,Mandrel 142 165890

Stripper,Vented Mower Deck 143 157109

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x5/8 144 158634

Bolt,Shoulder 145 165888

Baffle, Vortex 146 171977

Nut Crownlock5/16-18 UNC 147 131335

Stiffener Bracket 148 169022

Bracket, Deflector 149 165898

Cap, Sleeve 150 19091216

Spdng, Torsion, Deflector 151 169670

Nut, Push 152 169676

Shield, Deflector 153 169674

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ca. 154 169675

Rod,Hinge 155 169671

Screw Hex Thd Roll 156 169672

Washer, Spacer 157 169669

Pulley,Mandrel 158 17720408

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 159 72140614

Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 --130794

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16

Gauge

NutCrownlock3/8-16 UNC -- 169583

Guard, Mandrel, LH.

Retainer

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

Washer, Hardened

RollerAssembly,Cam

Follower

Bolt,Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Arm Spdng Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Bolt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Cardage Idler

Spdng Extension

Spdng Return Idler

Retainer Spdng Yellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x3/4 x 16 Ca.

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch42 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring RetentionLever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16unc x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft

Hardware Only - Pulley Not

Included)

ReplacementMower, Complete

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions givenin U. S-

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER206-545C

0_71B

157

41A

TRACTOR - MODEL NUM BER 917.271552

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

1 772147 Tmnsaxle Cover 41A 790079

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 42 792073A

3 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086

7 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690

8 792180 Shift Key 48 774691

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338

10 784378 Shift Rod & Fork 51 778354

11 778334 Bevel Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 53 778350

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) 54 778346

(Include. 14) 56 778355

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) 57 778337

(Include. 13) 58 778353

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351

17 786188 Drive Pin 60 778349

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 778345

20 792077A Ball 5/16" die 65 780189

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

22 792079 Spdng .310 OD x .625 L 66 776422

25 792073A Screw 1/4 -20 x 1-1/4" 67 776396

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

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 70 786187

27 792035 Retaining Ring 71 788069

28 788040 Retaining Ring 71B 788092

29 780072 Thrust Washer .627 ID x 76 780090

.031W

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x 77 788078A

.031W 79 792144

29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x 82 778333

.031W

29C 780199 Anti-Rotation Washer .632 83 778338

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x 85 792154

.032W 87 788089A

31 780001 Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W 150 788093A

(Use As Needed) 157 788088A

31A 780195 Flat Washer .750 ID x .062W 180 730229A

32 788083 Oil Seal 5/8" 900 794712

34 780194 Bushing .563

35 780193 Flanged Bushing 5 /8" ID

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing .751

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

39 786026 Dowel Pin

40 792076A Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W

DESCRIPTION

Brake Lever

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

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"

Locknut 5/16 - 24

Brake Pad Holder

Spacer .2625 x 1.0

Brake Lever Bracket

Axle (11-15 /16" Long)

Axle (16 - 1 12" long)

Spur Gear (29 teeti_)

Spur Gear 127 teeth)

Spur Gear teeth)

Spur Gear 1_9 teeth)

Spur Gear teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear {11 teeth)

Spur Gear 13 teeth)

Spur Gear 17 teeth)

Spur Gear 121 teeth)

Spur Gear teeth)

Spur Gear (25 teeth)

Flat Washer .563 ID x

.062W

Input Shaft

Shifter & Brake Shaft

Retaining Ring

Spacer .890

Square Cut Ring

"O" Ring

Flat Washer 1,128 ID x

.058W

Inverted Retaining Ring

Spring .430 OD x .5000 L

Bevel & Spur Gear (30 & 13

teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Oil Fill Plug

Oil Seal 9 /16"

Liquid Gasket RTV Silicone

Oil Seal 3/4"

Gear Oil 80W90

Replacement MST - 206-

545C Transaxle

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271552

BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1112-E1

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1112-E1

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BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1112-E1

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VOTE: For Replacement Starter Motol

See Reference 309.

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BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1112-E1

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BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1112-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 496412 Cylinder Assembly 29 692419 Rod-Connecting (Standard)

2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 692420 Rod-Connecting (.020

3 391086 •Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) Undersize)

4 494238 Sump-Engine 32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod)

5 691165 Head-Cylinder 33 495856 Valve-Exhaust

7 273280 o+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 34 495857 Valve-intake

8 696126 Breather Assembly 35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake)

9 27803 •Gasket-Breather 36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

10 691666 Screw (Breather Assembly) 37 690456 Guard-Flywheel

11 691328 Tube-Breather 40 691752 Retainer-Valve

12 692226 ° Gasket-Crankcase (.015 Thick, 43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil

Std.) 45 690564 Tappet-Valve

692406 _Gasket-Crankcase (.005 Thick) 46 692421 Camshaft

692405 Gasket-Crankcase (.009 Thick) 48 496050 Short Block (Replacement

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) Engine 311707-0026-E1)

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 60 690193 Manifold-Intake

16 690136 Crankshaft 51 692137.O:1:+

20 291675 Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 53 690227

22 692125 Screw (Engine Sump) 54 691148

23 693557 Flywheel (Steel Ring Gear) 73 690492

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 74 691155

25 696397 Piston Assembly (Standard) 75 690582

(Used After Date Code 78 690661

01041800) 84 690343

Piston Assembly (.010" 93 690602

Oversize) (Used After Date 94 498030

Code 01041800) 94A 695425

Piston Assembly (.020" 95 691636

Oversize) (Used After Date 95A 690718

Code 01041800) 98 495800

Piston Assembly (.030 _98A 695408

Oversize) (Used After Date 104 690525

Code 01041800) 104A 694918

Piston Assembly (Standard) 105 231855

(Used Before Date Code 105A 694922

01041900) 106 690577

Piston Assembly (.010" 108 690464

Oversize) (Used Before 108A 692344

Date Code 01041900) 108B 695419

Piston Assembly (.020" 117 692408

Oversize) (Used Before 692411

Date Code 01041900) 117A 695415

Piston Assembly (.030" 695416

Oversize) (Used Before 121 690191

Date Code 01041900) 121A 695427

Ring Set (Standard) (Used 125 690194

After Date Code 125A

01041800)

Ring Set (.010" Oversize) 127 695005 O

(Used After Date Code 127A 690727 O

130 691750

01041800)

Ring Set (.020" Oversize) 130A 695418

(Used After Date Code 131 494379

01041800) 131A 695421

Ring Set (.030" Oversize) 133 494381

(Used After Date Code 133A 694914

01041800) 137 281165 O:1:

Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 137A 695426 O:S:

(Used Before Date Code 141 495097

01041900)

Ring Set-Piston (.010 141A 495931

Oversize) (Used Before Date

Code 01041900) 141B 695420

Ring Set-Piston (.020 142 692412 O

Oversize) (Used Before Date 146 691639

Code 01041900) 167 692297

Ring Set-Piston (.030 176 691917 •

Oversize) (Used Before Date

Code 01041900) 185 690958

Lock-Piston Pin 186 692317

Pin-Piston (Standard) 186A 691609

Pin-Piston (.005 Oversize) 167 691050

25 696398

25 696399

25 696400

25 499284

25 499288

25 499292

25 499296

26 696403

26 696404

26 696405

26 696406

26 495854

26 495852

26 495851

26 495855

27 691299

28 498319

498320

Gasket-Intake

Stud (Carburetor)

Screw (Intake Manifold)

Screen-Rotating

Screw (Rotating Screen)

Washer (Flywheel)

Screw (Flywheel Guard)

Plug-Breather

Bushing-Throttle Shaft

Idle Mixture Kit

OScrew (Throttle Valve)

Idle Speed Kit

OPin-Float Hinge

OValve-Float Needle

OSeat-Inlet

Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic)

Valve-Choke

OJet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

OJet-Main (Standard)

OJet-Main (High Altitude)

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Carburetor

Carburetor (Nikki) (Service with

Walbro Carburetor only)

Plug-Welch

Valve-Throttle

Throttle Shaft Kit

Float-Carburetor

Gasket-Float Bowl

Choke Shaft Kit (Manual

Choke)

Choke Shaft Kit (Choke A

Matic)

Choke Shaft Kit

Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing

Nut (Air Cleaner)

O-Ring Seal (Air Cleaner

Base)

Nut (Air Cleaner Base)

Connector-Hose

Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

188 691693

192 691986

202 691841

209 692208

216 691840

217 695409

222 694042

227 691374

231 691636

231A 690718

232 691842

238 691843

240 394358

DESCRIPTION

Screw (Control Bracket)

Adjuster-Rocker Arm

Link-Mechanical Governor

Spring-Governor

Link-Choke

Spring-Choke Return

Bracket-Control

Control LevePGovernor

Screw (Choke Valve)

OScrew (Choke Valve)

Spring-Governor Link

Cap-Valve

Filter-Fuel

265 691024 Clamp-Casing

267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

276 692255 _€ Sealing Washer

276A 695410 O:1: Sealing Washer

287 691002 Screw (Dipstick Tube)

304 690844 Housing-Blower

305 690960 Screw (Blower Housing)

305A 692127 Screw (Blower Housing)

306 690499 Shield-Cylinder

307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

309 693551 Motor-Starter

309A Motor-Starter (For Replace-

ment Starter Motor, See

Reference 309)

310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor)

311 497608 Brush Set

311A 395538 Brush Set

333 495859 Armature-Magneto

334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto)

337 491055 Spark Plug .

344 693675 Screw (Cable Clamp)

358 691580 Engine Gasket Set

363 19203 Flywheel Puller

369 695422 Spring-Float Bowl

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank)

445 496894 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge

455 691173 Cup-Flywheel

462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable)

467 691666 Knob-Air Cleaner

474 696459 Alternator

503 691532 Strap-Starter

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever)

510 693699 Drive-Starter

510A 495878 Drive-Starter

513 692024 Clutch-Drive

523 692014 Dipstick

524 281370 •Seal-Dipstick Tube

525 691398 Tube-Dipstick

544 692034 Armature-Starter

544A 390837 Armature-Starter

552 491986 Bushing-Governor Lever

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever)

579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable)

601 95162 Clamp-Hose

614 691620 Pin-Cotter

616 692012 Crank-Governor

617 692138 • O-Ring Seal (intake Manifold)

633 695414 Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft

634 690801 _Seal/Spring Assembly (Manual

Choke._

634A 690802 _Seal/Spring Assembly (Choke

A Matic)

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug

668 691323 Spacer

691 692407 °Governor Shaft Seal

692 690572 Spring-Detent

897 690372 Screw (Starter Motor)

718 690959 Pin-Locating

727 490324 Cover-Starter Drive

729 691335 Clip-Wire

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

729A 691224 Clip-Wire

732 691002 Screw (Starter Drive Cover)

733 691658 Screw (Flywheel)

741 691284 Gear-Timing

757 691714 Link-Counterweight

758 692423 Counterweight

759 691239 Pin-Counterweight

761 691096 Screw (Counterweight)

783 693713 Gear-Pinion

783A 693059 Gear-Pinion (Aluminum)

789 692037 Harness-Wiring

789A 695050 Harness-Wiring

797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)

801 691283 Cap-Drive

801A 394856 Cap-Drive

802 691286 Cap-End

802A 395537 Cap-End

803 693757 Housing-Starter

803A 398159 Housing-Starter

830 691096 Stud (Rocker Arm)

842 691870 •Dipstick/Tube Seal

847 496415 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

868 690968 •+ Seal-Valve

875 694942 Base-Air Cleaner

877 393456 Wire-Connector/Alternator

883 692236 Gasket-Exhaust

896 691641 Pin-Drive Retainer

914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

934 691056 Screw (Fan Retainer)

947 497672 Solenoid-Fuel

947A 695423 Solenoid-Fuel

967 272403 Filter-Pre Cleaner

968 691916 Cover-Air Cleaner

971 692129 Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

975 495933 Bowl-Float

975A 695417 Bowl-Float

977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor

977A 695428 Gasket Set-Carburetor

987 691326 (_ Seal-Throttle Shaft

987A 690996 OSeal-Throttle Shaft

996 690678 Shield-Carburetor

1005 695056 Fan-Flywheel

1019 496758 Kit-Label

1022 272475 ,+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

1023 691192 Cover-Rocker Arm

1026 692003 Rod-Push (Intake)

1026 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

1029 691751 Arm-Rocker

1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod

1036 695700 Label-Emissions

1051 691265 Ring-Retainer

1058 274789 Owner's Manual

1083 691626 Nut (Starter Terminal)

1083A690958 Nut (Starter Terminal)

1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

1091 691333 Cap-Limiter

1095 691581 Valve Gasket Set

1119 691 t83 Screw (Alternator)

1127 691657 Screw (Float Bowl)

1127A695427 Screw (Float Bowl)

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

•Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No,

358

OIncluded in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121 and 121A

:[: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

977 and 977A

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch =25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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