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Owner's Manual

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16.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.27163!

oSafety

Assembly

oOperation

o Maintenance

Repair Parts

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 pro, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears_com/craftsman

LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENTPARTS

For'two (2)yearsfrom thedate of purchase,if this CraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

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

manual,Searswill repairor replace,freeof charge,anypartsfound to bedefectivein

materialor workmanship°Warrantyserviceis availablefreeof chargeby returning

yourCraftsmanridingequipmentto your nearestSearsServiceCenter..In-home

warrantyserviceis availablebut a trip chargewill apply.Thiswarrantyappliesonly

whilethisproductis in timeUnitedStates°

ThisWarrantydoesnot cover:

• Expendableitemswhich becomeworn duringnormaluse,suchas blades,spark

plugs,aircleaners,belts and oil filters..

. Tire replacementor repaircausedby puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as nails,

thorns,stumps,orglass.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatorabuse,includingbut not limitedto, damage

causedby towing objectsbeyondthe capabilityof the ridingequipment,impacting

objectsthat bendthe frameor crankshaft,or overspeedingthe engine°

° Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatornegligence,includingbut not limitedto,

electricaland mechanicaldamagecausedby improperstorage,failureto usethe

propergradeand amountof engineoil,failureto keepthe deck clearof flammable

debris, or the failureto maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructions

containedin the owner's manual.

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

nated or oxidized (stale)° In general, fuel sllould be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

° Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for

commercial purpose" if is .used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines

the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge° War-

ranty service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman riding equipment

to your nearest Sears Service Center. Inohome warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States°

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

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

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

which may vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachineis capableof amputatingIlands and feet and

throwingobjects_Failureto observethefollowingsafetyinstructionscould result in

seriousinjuryor death.

I.GENERAL OPERATION

o Read,understand,and followall

instructionsin themanualand onthe

machinebeforestarting.

o Onlyallow responsibleadults,who are

familiarwithtile instructions,to operate

the machine_

° Cleartheareaof objectssuchas rocks,

toys,wire,etco,whichcouldbepicked

up andthrownby the blade°

° Besurethe areais clearof otherpeople

beforemowing. Stopmachineif anyone

entersthearea..

o Nevercarrypassengers.

o Donotmow in reverseunlessabsolutely

necessary.Alwayslookdownand

behindbeforeand w!_ilebacking_

•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°

o Slow down before turning.

o Never leave a running machine

unattended_ Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting,

o Turn off blades when not mowing.

o Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

o 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,.

o 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 frorn serious injury,

o 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.

I!. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

sutt 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.

o 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.

o 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.

o 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:

oDo not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

oDo not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over il 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.

oDo not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

3

HI.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.

o Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter time area.

o Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

o Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

. Never allow children to operate the

machine.

o Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV, SERVICE

o 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.

• 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 off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

o 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. 4

• 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.

o 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,

o Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running,

o Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary,

° Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

o Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

° Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

° Before and when backing, look behind

and down for smatl children.

° Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etco

° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

o Useslow speed..Choosea low gear so

thatyouwill not haveto stopor shift

whileon the slope°

o Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope.,if

tires losetraction,disengagethe

bladesand proceedslowly straight

downthe sloper

o If machinestopswhile goinguphill,

disengageblades,shift into reverse

and backdown slowly.

• Do notturn on slopesunlessneces-

sary,and then,turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill,if possible..

_Look for thissymbolto pointout

importantsafetyprecautions.It means

CAUTIQNH!BECOMEALERT!HYOUR

SAFETYISINVOLVED.

_ CAUTION:In orderto prevent

accidentalstartingwhen settingLip,

transporting,adjustingor makingrepairs,

alwaysdisconnectspark plugwire and

placewirewhereit cannotcontactspark

plug.

_, CAUTION: Donotcoastdowna hill

in neutral,youmay losecontrolof the

tractor°

_, CAUTION:Towonlytheattachments

thatare recommendedby and comply

withspecificationsof the manufacturerof

yourtractor.Usecommonsensewhen

towing..Operateonly at the lowest

possiblespeedwhenon a slope° Too

heavyof a load,whileona slope,is

dangerous°Tirescan losetractionwith

thegroundand causeyou to lose control

ofyourtractor_

_WARNING: Engineexhaust,someof

its constituents,and certainvehicle

componentscontainor emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harrn.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECiFICATiONS

GASOLINE 1°25

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE30 (ABOVE32°F)i

(APFSF-SJ): SAE5W-30

(BELOW32°F)

OILCAPACITY: 3.0PINTS

SPARKPLUG: CHAMPIONRC12YC

(GAP: _.030")

GROUNDSPEED(MPH):

FORWARD: 1ST '1,.1

2ND 1.4

3RD 2.2

4TH 3.4

5TH 4,3

6TH 5.4

REVERSE: 1.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT:14 PSI

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS

HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MINoCCA: 190

CASE SIZE:U 1R

BLADE BOLTTORQIJE: 27-35 FT_ LBS

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractorr 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. Tile

instructions will 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 RESPONSIBiL|TIES

• Read and observe tile 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 tile muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manuaO.

6

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt

318-t6 x 1

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-1B x t-I/4

@

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Large Fiat Washer

(I) Lockwasher 3/8

Steering

Steering Whee! Extension

........._ ......... Adapter Steering Shaft

Boot ©

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(I) Knob

For Future Use

Keys

ll',l

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet Video Cassette

7

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below,,

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

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is rnentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in the

operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel)

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

_ Insert

_---_3t8 Hex Bolt

'._--_3/8 Lock Washer

J _ ...-Steering Boot

Steering Wheel _ -

Tabs

Adapter_ Shaft

UNPACK CARTON

1, Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from croton.

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

all four corner's of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3, Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/I6 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 18-22 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 for_vard.

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.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

5/16 Locknut .... _., 5/16 Hex Bolt

Lower _-J"_ '%--', _

Steering_If_. '_" ,"'Y-_I

Shaft r -- , __,_

_,-. - ___. o_- Tab

., _ t €

-,.:.. ,,, Slots

-...,:.j.,;,

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8,, Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

NOTE; If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions). Label

Seat

Battery Terminal

Box

Terminal

8

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 seal

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

Bolt

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the slddo Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR 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 pedals

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position,

4, Roll tractor forward off sldd.

5, Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor,

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_,WARNING: 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°

i_ Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed,

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3.. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch!brake pedal and set

the parking brake..

4_ Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5_ Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

t 0.Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

9

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

i. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position°

2, Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3., Hook front latci! into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck_

Deflector

Shie

Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold

shield when attaching mulcher plate and

allow it to rest on plate while in opera-

tion.

"TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove rnulcher plate and store

in a safe place. Your mower is now ready

for discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory,

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also,

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on you[ tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance,

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower tlousing

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 tllat the

belts are routed correctly

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that tile brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual

,/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION

FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT,,

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

v" All assembly instructions have been

completed,,

v" No remaining loose parts in carton.

¢" Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely,,

v" All tires are properly inflated° (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

v" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

¢" Check wiring,, See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped,,

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

v" Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

¢" Become familiar witll all controls - their

location and function_ Operate them

before you start the engine,

,f Be sure brake system is in safe

operating conditiom

10

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

Learn and understand their meaning°

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE

FUEL MOWER HEIGHT

\1

CHOKE

FORWARD FAST

GI

LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

SLOW

MOWER LIFT

AFrACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE NEUTRAL

H L c®) l

HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

__ ii =i:::

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

1I

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter

Throttle/Choke

Control

Attachment Ignition Switch

Clutch

Lever X

Light Switch

Lift

"Lever

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal Height

Adjustment

Indicator

Parking Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute,

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

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 wi_en changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH -Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position°

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

12

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

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

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your' tractor' is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure frorn clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position° Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure°

Attachment Clutch Lever

"Engaged" Position

Ignition Key ed"

Th Position

Choke

Control Parking Brake

led"

Ciutch/ Position

Brake_

rshift

Lever

"Disengaged"

Position

STOPPING

Position

MOWER BLADES

o To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

o To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position°

ENGINE -

° Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move tllrottle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire"°

o Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

° Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead)°

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

,_CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etco

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

o 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 movernent 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.

3o 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_

o 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.

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o 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 growthr

° For best cutting perforrnance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; tile second to desired

height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

'{our 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 tlle engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control,.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_b, CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place..

Attachment

Clutch Lever Attachemnt

"Engaged" Lever High

Position _ Position

Low

Position

"Disengaged_

Position

_'1 DeflectorShield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope.

. Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down Mls.

o Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

o if stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake_

oMove gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

o To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal,

• Make alt 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.

o Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPHo

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transpoiting 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 ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor° Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous_ Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor°

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL. LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

sllipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1o 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

o For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual),

o To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

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ADD GASOLINE

o Fill fuel tank_ Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane.. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness,

IMPORTANT: When operating in

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

clean winter grade gasoline to tlelp

insure good cold weather starting.

,_ WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage.. To avoid engine

problems, the fuet 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..

r_. CAUTION: Fi!l to bottom of gas tank

iller neck° Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame°

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time or if

the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra

cranking time to move fuel from tile 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.

3o 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 choice 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 tile 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 period,

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

'%0 ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual

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MOWING TiPS

o 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,

o Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut, Have

tile cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu_

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting,.

o 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.

o If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

o Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

° Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

f

l

lL__

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IIVIPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after eacfm use°

. The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass wit! biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for time lawn.

Always mulch witlm your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide time

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet,

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon° At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to tile direct sun°

• For best resulls, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

° Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the first cut path.

• Change your' cutting pattern from week

to week,, Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawno

Max 1/3"

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MA,,TE,A,OESO,EOUL,

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE /_./_ ERV'C E DATES

chec_Br.kaOpo,a,on V" it'.....................

Check Tire Pressure V' V'

_Check Operator Presence and ......................

Tlnledock Systems tf

R[&eekforLoosaFas,ener_.....................u_ ..... VS

AiSharpen!Replace Mower Blades V'4

c ............................................vv ......

0Check Battery Level ....

R CIean Batlery and Teiminals V e

Check Transaxle Cooling V"

Adjust Btade Bell(e) Tension

Adjust Mol.len Drive Bett(s) Tension

Check Engine oil Level V° If

Change Engine Oil I_tm3

EClean Air Filter ............V_:_ ....................

NClean Air Screen V'=

GInsp_Ci_,_uiiier/spa,kArrestor

ReplaceOii'Fi"_';'i"eq"ippe¢ .... _._ ...........................

a clean Engine Cooling Fins ..........., ......... V';_

Replace Spark Hug _ _'

....4'eplaceAi."Fi"erPaperca.,dge ..... V%

Reptace Fuel Filler

v"

v'

v'o ;;;I;

t-Change m(_.'eo!lan when epe,talfng under a heavy k)ad at tn high ambient leml;,eta.lures 5 * If equipped with adj_lslable syelem

2 - Seraice mo,/e ellen wt;en ,c,pemlieg indl,rlyat dusly cendilions e * Net required it equipped with rna_eteeanee,llee ballefy

3 - II equipped w{lh ell f_ller, change eli every 50 heu{_ 7 - Tighlan Iienl awle plvc,l boll to 35 II -Ibs maximum

4_ Replace blades mofe ellen when mewing in sandy sei! Do not over_tghlen

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 air4uel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1_ Check engine oil level.

2, Check brake operation.

3o Check tire pressure.

4_ Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper' operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners,

LUBRICATION CHART

@ S[ Spindle

Zerk iq7 _ Zerk

f

_','Front Wheel ,- Wheel

Bearing Beating Zerk

Zerk

(_Engine /

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([JSAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL

@GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

_,REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT.' Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon 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

Alwaysobservesafety ruleswhen

performingany maintenance.

BRAKEOPERATION

If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6)feet

stoppingdistanceat highspeedin

highestgear,then brakemustbe ad-

justed.(See"TOADJUSTBRAKE"inthe

ServiceandAdjustmentssectionof this

manual).

TIRES

° Maintainproperair pressurehi all tires

(See"PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS"

sectionof this manual).

o Keeptiresfree of gasoline,oil, or insect

controlchemicalswhichcan harm

rubber.

o Avoid stumps,stones,deepruts, sharp

objectsand otherhazardsthat may

causetire damage.

NOTE:Toseal tire puncturesand prevent

flat tiresdue to slowleaks,tire sealant

maybe pu[chasedfrom your localparts

dealer.Tiresealantalso preventstiredry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATORPRESENCESYSTEM

Be sureoperatorpresenceand interlock

systemsareworkingproperly. Ifyour

tractordoesnot functionas described,

repairthe problemimmediately.

o The engineshouldnot startunlessthe

brake pedalis fully depressedand

attachementclutchcontrolis in the

disengaged position.

o Whenthe engineis running,any

attemptby the operatorto leavethe

seatwithoutfirstsettingthe parking

brakeshouldshut off the engine.

o Whenthe engineis runningand the

attachmentclutchis engaged,any

attemptby the operatorto leavethe

seatshouldshutoff the engine.

o The attachmentclutchshouldnever

operateunlessthe operatoris inthe

seat.

BLADECARE

Forbest resultsmowerbladesmust be

keptsharp. Replacebentor damaged

blades°

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raisemowerto highestpositionto

allowaccessto blades.

2. Removehex bolt, lockwasherand flat

washersecuringblade°

3.. Installnew or resharpenedblade with

trailingedge uptowardsdeck as

shown.

IMPORTANT:Toensureproperassem-

bly,centerhotein blademustalignwith

star on mandrelassembly.

4. Reassemblehex bolt, lockwasher

andflat washerin exact order as

shown.

5, Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Fto Lbs.

torque).

Ir,4PORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated°

Trailing Edge Up Mandr'el Assembly

Blade Center

Hole

Fiat 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.

o The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel, Do not attempt

to sharpen while on time mower.

o 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 tile 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_

Center Hole "_

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BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging systern

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_

o Keep battery bolts tight°

. Keep small vent holes open.

o Recharge at 6-t0 amperes for I hour,,

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance freer 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 batter,/and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

Io Open battery box door,

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

batter/from tractor.

3, Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5, Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly,

6. Reinstall batter/(See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary° The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear,,

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxte free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF - SJ. Se-

lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade accord-

ing to your expected operating tempera-

ture.

.................. SAEV,SCOSf_G'RADES

c_o ._0 -to o _o _o _o 4o

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTIOIPATEO BEFORE NF.,XTOI,,L,,CHANGE

NOTE: Altllough multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, t0W30 etco) improve starting in

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32°R Check your en-

gine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of op*

eration or at least once a year if the trac-

tor 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.

o Be sure tractor is on level surface.

, Oil will drain more freely when warm

o 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 yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto

the fitting. Oil Drain 'valve

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Drain Tube

Yellow

Cap

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After' oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6_ Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve,

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube_ Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

!9

B, Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

chectdng level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading_ Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick,

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 fil! opening to prevent entry

of dirt,

3. Use compressed air or stiff bristle

brush to thoroughly clean engine

cooling fins.

4. To reassemble, reverse above

procedure_

Screws Blower Housing

Dipstick Tube Air Screen

Assembly

Screws

Engine Cooling Fins

)ark

Plug

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,

whiclqever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions°

I, Remove knob(s) and cover,

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

& 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: tf very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cteaner.

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 frorn 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 car[ridge, 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 r Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Cover Knob

Cover@Cartridge Nut

Paper

Foam

Pre-Cleaner 1.-,_-.. Cartridge

_'_ Base

3_

2O

MUFFLER

inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage,

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual,

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season_ tf fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is require&

t. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2o Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediatelywipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp__--_-_ Clamp

FuelFilter----_.__-L__.,'

CLEANING

,, Cleanengine,battery,seat,finish,etc.

of all foreignmatter.,

o Keepfinishedsurfacesand wheelsfree

of all gasoline,oil, etc.

o Protectpain[edsurfaceswithautomo-

tive typewax°

We do not recommendusinga garden

hoseto cleanyour tractorunlessthe

electricalsystem,muffler,air filterand

carburetorarecoveredto keepwaterout.

Water in enginecan result ina shortened

engine life.

CAUTION: BEFOREPERFORMINGANYSERVICEORADJUSTMENTS:

1_Depressclutch/brakepedalfully and set parkingbrake.

2. Placegearshiftleverin neutral(N) position°

3oPlaceattachmentclutch in "DISENGAGED"position.

4oTurnignitionkey"OFF"andremovekey.

5. Makesure the bladesand all movingparts havecompletelystopped.

6. Disconnectspark plugwire from spark plugand placewire whereit cannot

comein contactwith plug,.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1, Place attachrnent 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 bolto

5, Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket,

6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer' springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer' springs.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch S

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

Io Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2, Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shietd to right side of tractor,

3o Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4, Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions,,

fJ .S_:_Z. ",, -_- -i

°:-i" ,._--1-._._ Square Hole

Engine Pulley

Suspension Arms

Link

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Collar.., Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Housing Guide Bra

Large Retainer Spring 21

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust tile mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

,, Raise mower to its highest position.

o At tl_e 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.

o If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower onlyo

• 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 I/8".

. Recheck measurements after adjusF

ing.,

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to ___ mower to

°° Lq eT JTA

n Arm

l= ....

Lift Link

Adjustment

• Before malting 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°

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links,

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F"

against trunnion on both front links_

• Recheck side-to-side adjustmenL

_o\_x ,. oo__ Mandrel

Both Front kinks Should be Equal in Length

Nut ,:E r,

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

side. if the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to

adjust both front links equally so mower

wilt stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting resuits, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower tllan 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.

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools_ Park the tractor on

level surface Engage parking brake,

BELT REMOVAL-

I. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual),

2,, Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys,

3, Pull belt away from mower_

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. Install new belt in reverse order of

removal,

5o Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides,,

6, Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions,

Mandrel Idler'

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in higtlest

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 t-1/2", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A"o

44 Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above, Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary, Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Nut

-_]_ OperaA_m 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 footresL

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

2, Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler_

3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

4, Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around

engine pulley°

5. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

Engine

Clutching

Stationary Idler

Transaxle

Pulle

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TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

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

gate) position, The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

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

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2+ Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the

neutral (N) position.

4, Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position+

Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wiqeels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual+

FRONT WHEEL TOE-INIOAMBER

The front wheel toeqn and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor+ If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact a Sears or

other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1_ Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key + Do not

lose).

3o Repair tire and reassemble,

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4+ Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5+ Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer, Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion,.

Washers

Retaining

Ring

Axle

Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

,_,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate

explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and

smoking materials away from batteries.

Always wear eye protection when around

batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it

should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the

MAINTENANCE section of this manual)°

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a

12 volt negative grounded system. The other

vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative

grounded system+ Do not use your tractor'

battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

I+ Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis+

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery,

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSlS 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.

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Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Ke Hex

Nut Bolt

Cables

Charged

Battery

Positive Terminal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting batten7,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etco

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

2o 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 baltery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely_

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely,,

6o Close battery box door.

Seat

Battery

Door

Be;

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.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive4ype

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash,

TO REIVtOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1, Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor_ Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4_ To replace, reverse above procedure.

jjHood

.%,. /_'\. Headlight Wire

/C_ Connector

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems, which

are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine

repair establishment or individual, Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjustment

is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, rnove throttle

control lever from slow to choke position_

Slowly move lever from choke to fast

position,

2. Check that holes "A" in governor control

lever and hole in governor 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

, ---._ Contro_lLe(_verJ_'_ 1/'i_C°ntr°' P,ate

Holes 'W' "_ "__il.@J t hrottle

_'e' _v_ "_.... Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low

emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel

adjusting needle with a lirniter cap, which

allows some adjustment within the limits

allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove

the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be

removed without breaking the adjusting

needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the factory

and adjustment should not be necessary°

However, minor adjustment may be required

to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as follows:

in general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.

Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter-.

clockwise) increases the supply of fue! to the

engine giving a richer fuel!air mixture

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve

and the seat in carburetor may resutt if screw

is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING

1o 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 SETTING -

t. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shiflJmotion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2, Move throttle control lever to slow

position° With finger, rotate and hold

throtIle lever against idle speed screw_

Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750

RPM,

3_ While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve

full travel clockwise then counterclock-

wise until engine runs rough. Turn valve

to a point midway between those two

positions. Release throttle lever

ACCELERATIONTEST

4_ Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position, if engine hesitates or dies,

rum idle mixture valve out (counterclock-

wise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue

to adjust, if necessary, until engine

accelerates smoothly,

High speed stop is factory adjusted, Do not

adjust - damage may resulL

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.

IdLeSpeed F

Screw----'-- L

C

Idle

With Limiter

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Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor wil! not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure°

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage, When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1, Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3 Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened, Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary,

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

o Fully charge the battery for storage°

o After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging..

o To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

batten./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.

o If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces°

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage° Also,

experiance indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1_ Drain the fuel tank_

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carbureto_ are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur°

o 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 tile 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)o

OTHER

o 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

o Cover your' tractor with a suitable

protective cover' that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust,,

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm°

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Enginewi!l not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Out of fue!.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded°

4. Bad spark plug,

5. Dirty air filter,

6, Dirty fuel filter,

7 Waterin fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

t, Dirty air filter_

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery°

4_ Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6 Loose or damaged wiring,

7. Carburetor out of adjustment°

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment°

1, Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2_ Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery,,

4_ Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6 Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter_

9o Faulty operator presence

switch(es)_

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

I. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter,

8. Check all wiring.

9o See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug,

3,, Recharge or replace

battery_

4o Replace fuel filter,

5, Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline,

6. Check all wMng.

7_ See "To Adjust Carbureto¢'

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center,

1, Depress clutch/brake

pedal,

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery,

4,, Replace fuse.

5o Clean battery terminals.

6, Check all wMng.

7_ Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. ChecWreptace solenoid or

starter:

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center°

I. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4, Chectdreplace solenoid or

starter,,

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Loss of power 1,, Cutting too much grass/too

Excessive

vibration

CORRECTION

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position_

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower,

4. Dirty air filter.

5, Low oil level/dirty oilo

6. Faulty spark plugo

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8, Stale or dirty fuel.

9_ Water in fuel.

I. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed°

2, Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil,

6. Clean and regap or' change

spark plug.

7o Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9o Drain fuel tank and carbure

tot, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter°

Engine continues

to run

when operator

leaves seat with

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut -uneven

t0oSpark plug wire loose.

11 .,Dirty engine air screen/fins,

I2. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

10oConnect and tighten spark

plug wirer

t I ,Clean engine air screenifins_

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check al! wiring,

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

adjustmenL qualified service center,

I. Worn, bent or loose blade,,

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Looseldamaged part(s),

Faulty operator-safety

presence control system°

,

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel,

3, Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts,

1,

t. Worn, bent or loose blade,

Check wMng, switches and

connections_ tf not

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Io Replace blade° Tighten

blade bolt,,

2o Mower deck not level,

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower°

4o Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

2. Level mower deck,,

3. Clean underside of mower

housing,,

4,, Replace blade mandrel.

5, Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Mower blades wilt

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

CAUSE

1, Obstruction in clutch

mechanism°

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine "OFF"

2o Worn/damaged mower

drive belt,

3o 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.

7o Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower°

8o Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed,

t0. Improper blades used.

11 .Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

Io Switch is"OFF".

2o Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse..

1. Bad battery cell(s)_

2, Poor cable connections°

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4, Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position

for' 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstructiono

2. Replace mower drive belt..

3o Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel°

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. Replacetsharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8_ Replace mower' drive belt.

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10oReplace 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).

3o Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wMng and connec

tions.

5. Replace fuse,

1, Replace battery.

2. Checldclean all connec

tions.

3o Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

I, Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271631

BATTERY

_R RED

I (OPT(O_) WHI_E

IGN_TtO_

SWITCH

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION C{RCUE "MAKE"

......_# ........M;_;_i............

RUN/LIGHT B+A't A2+L

RUN 8+At NONE

START 3 + S ÷ A'{ NONE

J

FUSE

_) : ,O-4---- ......

* i SOLENOID

CLUTCH IBRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

Bt=ACK

8L,_CK

{OPTIONAL)

STARTER

BLACK

WHfl'E

_ _ ___ SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

i........ i r ........ I

I _ m _ I

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.... GROUNDING

CONNECTOR 4

SPARK _

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DL_C_{ _,_ IGNITION _ PLUG _._

UNIT I-..... "J GAP _---_

l (2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL ENGINES)

:___EFUEL:

iJLUE + _Z__ LINE +

" , llI J +°+ ,°+-'

3AI,_p D_ 0 3£v30 i_p_ (CHAI_GI_'I_ _._STi_I_; OLRCQ_Itl:_CTED)

(IF SO EQUIPPED) _ l"._j _ ! _._]k...]__

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O#J_HOE _ _I_P AC @36_ RPI,I _I...... I

ALTERNATORSYSTEM, I "--" I

THE LIGHTSARE NOT I _ I

CONNECTED TO THE _ _)_

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR _"

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE HEADLIGHTS

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS /_

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS {_

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS NON-REMOVABLE

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS

WILL BECOME THEIR 8RIGHTEST.

O

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: 1F WIRING iNSULATED CUPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING,

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27t631

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144925 Batter:/12 VOLT 25 AMP

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 114-20unc x 3/4

8 156417 Case Battery

I6 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In

21 166182 Harness Asm Light W/4152j

22 4t52J Bulb Light #1156

24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 1!" red

25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/! 6 wire red

26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP

27 73510400 Nut, Keps Hex t/4-20 UNC

28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga t2" black

29 12t305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman

40 170217 Harness lgn

41 71110408 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4-20 Uric x 1/2

42 131563 Covet'Terminal Red

43 175141 Solenoid

45 I21433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 t41940 Proteclion Wire Loop

NOTE: All component dimensions give in U,S inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

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'TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271631

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

2B

12

31

207

53

207

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207

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206

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271631

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NOo NO. DESCRIPTION

t 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drawbar

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

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 168337X013 Dash°

10 STD533710 Boft. Carriage 3/8-I6 x 1

1I 155927 Panel. Dash, L,H,

12 145660 ClipTinnerman Grille P/L

I3 t72t07X010 Panel, Asm. SLKSCR Dash R.H_

t4 I7,t90608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

t7 144983X558 HoodAssembly

18 126938X BumperHood

25 19131312 Washer t3/32 x 13/I6 x 12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Nut, Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 UNC

28 156725X558 Grille w/Lens A_m.

29 I55217X599 Lens, Grille

30 164918X558 Fender

31 139976 Bracket. Fender Suppod

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16d 8 x 1/2 TYT

38 169834 Bracke! Asm Pivot

51 73800400 Nut. Lock w/Insert 114-20UNC

52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga°

53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

54 161464 Screw Hex WSHD 8-18 x 7/8

55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickofl RH

57 STD522507 Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x ,75

60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3!8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 154798 Dash LowerSTLT

74 STD54t437 Nut. Crowntock 3/8-16 UNC

142 t65867 Plate ReinforcementSTLT

143 154966 Brackel Swaybar Chassis

144 154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

206 170165 Bott Shoulder 5/t 6q 8 TT

207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5!8-t8 x !/2

208 17670608 ScrewThdro13/8-t6 x 1/2

2t2 165919 Insert Lens Re[lect.ive

-- 5479J Plug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions give in US inches

1 inch = 25 4 mm

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GROUNDDRIVE

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO.

I Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62 8883R

Dana D4360-140 63 175410

2 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 64 71170764

3 t23666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20" tires 65 STD551I43

4 I2000028 Ring Retainer # 5 t00-62 66 154778

5 t21520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees 70 134683

6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 74 109502X

8 165866 Rod Shifter FenderSTLT 75 121749X

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad 76 STD581075

11 105701X Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole 77 t23583X

13 74550412 Boll 1/4-28unf Gr8 W/Patch 78 121748X

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4 79 2228M

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/t6d 8Gr 5 80 131488

18 STD5237t0 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x t Gr 5 8t 165594

19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 82 165711

21 106933X Knob Rd I/2-t3 Plstc Thds BIk 83 19171216

22 130804 Rod Brake Bik Zinc 26 840 84 166229

24 STD541237 Nut Hex Jam 3/8q6 Unc 85 150360

25 106888X Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 89 !58391X428

26 8TD551037 Washer 13/32 x t3/16 x 16 Ga 90 124346X

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad

28 175765 Rod Brake Parking LtiYt 112 19091210

29 71673 CapBrake Parking 113 127285X

30 174973 Bracket MtgTransaxle 116 STD533710

32 STD523t07 Bolt Hex Hd 5/t6q8unc x 3/4 120 73900600

34 175578 ShaftAsm Pedal Foot I50 175456

35 120t83X Searing Nylon Blk 629 ld 151 19133210

36 STD551062 Washer 21/32 x 1 x t6 Ga 156 166002

37 STD571810 Pin Roll3/16 x 1" 158 165589

38 165936 Pulley Composite Flat 159 165494

39 74760648 Boll Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 3 t61 72140406

40 175461 Spacer Spli! Steel 162 73680400

41 175556 Keeper Belt Idler 163 74780416

42 19131312 Wasller 13/32 x 13/t6 x 12 Ga 164 19091010

47 127783 Pulley Idler 165 165623

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv STL 166 166880

49 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring 168 165492

50 STD523715 Bolt Hex Hd 3/8d6uncx t-I/2 t69 165580

51 STD54t437 Nut Crownleck 3/8-16 UNC 170 173898

52 STD541431 NutCrown Lock5/16-18 t97 169613

53 105710X Link Clutch 7 66 198 169593

55 I05709X Spring Return Clulch 6 75 202 72110614

56 17060616 Screw 3!8-I6 x I 0

57 160855 V-Belt Gd Drive

59 169691 Keeper Soft Centerspan

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-t6 x 3/,1

DESCRIPTION

Cover Pedal Blk Round

Pulley Eng

Bolt He× 7/16-20 x 4 Gr5

Washer Lock Hvy Htcl Spr 7/16

Keeper Belt Engine

Guide Belt Mower Drive RH

Spacer Split

Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga

E-dng #5133-75

Key Square

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

Key Woodruff

Arm, Shift

Shaft Assembly

Spring, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x t6 Gauge

Link Transaxle

Nut, Nylock

Console, Shift, STLT

Nut, Self-Threading, Washer

Hd I/4

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga

Strap Torque

Bolt RdHd Sqnk 3/8-t6 x 1 Uric

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 Unc

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13!32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16tD x 1 125

Bracket Sllift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Stlitt Lt

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5

Nut Cruwnlock t/4-20 UNC

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 UNC x I Gr 5

Washer 5/8 x .28I x 10 Ga.

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/I6-18 x 5!8

Belt shoulder 5/16-18 x ,561

Plate Fastening Lt

Keeper Belt TiA

Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID

Washer Nyl 7/81D x _105"

Belt Cart Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gro5

NOTE: All component dimensions give in US inches

1 inch = 25 4 mm

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KEY PART

NOo NO.

I 139768

2 154427

3 169840

4 169839

5 6266H

6 12t748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 175121

11 STD551137

I3 136518

t5 145212

t7 177876

26 126847X

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 10071tL

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 74780520

63 STD523710

65 160367

67 72140618

68 169827

71 175146

82 169835

85 133835

87 173966

88 175118

9t 175553

DESCRIPTION

Steering Wheel

Front Axle AssembEy

Spindle Assembty, L H

Spindle Assembly, R,H

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

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

Ring, Kllp

Bearing, Steering Column

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Beadng, Front Axle

Nut Lock Hex Flange

Shaft Asm. Steedng

Bushing, Link, Drag

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 314

Pin

Rod, "fie

Bushing, Steering

Screw qq" #t0_32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

Cap Wheel Steer OPP Bik

Washer 13132 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

Nut Loci{ Center 3!8-24 UNF

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Dash PIL Mtl Btk

Washer 25/32 x 1-1#t x 16 Gauge

Extension Steering Non-Adjust

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

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

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

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6 unc, x 1 Gr, 5

Spacer Brace Axle

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

Brace Axte

Steering Asm,

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastener Christmas Tree

Washer Flat ,78t x 1-t/2 x ,t4

Bolt Shoulder 7/!6-20 Unc

Crip Steering

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

I ind_ = 25 4 mm

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KEY PART

NO, NO.

I 170545

2 17720410

3 ........

4 137352

13 165291

14 148456

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 t09202X

32 158990

33 t23487X

37 I37040

38 148315

40 t24028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17060620

8t 73510400

DESCRIPTION

ControlThrottletChoke

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1t4-20x5/8 T

Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Modef310707-0137-E1

Muffler Exhausl B&S L!

Gasket 1 313 ]d Tin Plated

Tube Drain Oil

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Shield BRN/DBR Guard

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel I 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

Clamp Hose Btk

Line Fuel 20"

Plug Oil Drain

Bushing Snap Nyt Blk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwstt Thdrot 1t4-20x3/4

Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X t6ga

Washer Lock Hvy Hlct Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/I6-18x3/4

Screw 3/8-t 6x 1-1/4

Nut Keps Flex t/4-20unc

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S, inctles ! inch = 25,4 mm

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NO.

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7

8

9

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11

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NO.

140122

140551

71110616

19131610

145006

STD541437

I24181X

17000616

19131614

174894

166369

12t246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat 3350 Blk!blk Craltsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X t0 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-!6 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Btk Zi

Screw 3/8-t6 X t -1/2

Washer 13/32 X 1 X t4 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

!3 12t248X

t4 72050412

t5 134300

t6 12t250X

I7 123976X

2I 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

Bushing Snap glk Nyl 50 ld

Boll[ Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-I/2

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/164 8 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X t2 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

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

1 inch =254 mm

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KEY PAR]'

NO. NO,

1 156368

2 177258

3 171696

4 171697

5 176677

6 133644

7 177253

8 172331

9 163204

10 156439

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO, NO.

Decal, Oper. lnstr_ 12 146046

Decal, Replcmnt 13 177259

Decal, Hood Rh 14 160396

Decal, Hood Lh 20 149516

Decal, Hp Engine - -138311

Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom - - 165800X428

Decal Hood Side _ - 165799X428

Decal Mower - - 178056

Decal, Fender Craftsman - - 178057

Decal, Fender Danger

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-belt Dr Sch

Decal, Dash, Panel

Decal. V-bell Schematic

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad, Footrest LH STLT

Pad, Footrest RH STLT

Manual. Owner's (Englis!_)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap Value Tire

2 65139 StemValue

3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

4 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060

5 t06732X427 Rim Asm 6"fronl White Service

6 278H Fitting Grease

7 g040H Bearing Flange

8 106108X427 Rim Asm 8"rearWhite Service

9 t06268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Service

10 7152J Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

tl t04757X428 Cap Axle Blk I 50 X t 00

- 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S inches

I inch = 25.4 mm

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KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

t t59460 Washer Asm inner Spring W/Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm_ Lift RH

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 2t G&

6 120183X Bearing Nylong

7 125631X Grip Handle Fiuled

8 122365X Buiton Plunger Read

!1 139865 Link Asm Lift L,H,,

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R,,H

13 BTD624008 RetainerSpfing

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 NtJ!Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

I7 130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc

18 73800800 Nut Lockw/wsh 1/2-13 Uric

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing. Pvto Lilt.

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: AUcomponent dimensions given i_ U,S_inches

I inch = 25,4 mm

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165892

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 165460

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD55t137

10 140296

11 134149

13 137645

14 128774

t5 It0485X

16 174493

18 72140505

19 132827

20 t59770

2t STD541431

22 t 34753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 tt0452X

27 130968X428

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

3t 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 8TD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 STD551037

40 STD541437

44 140088

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 174284

50 131340

5I STD541410

52 139888

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO- NO.

Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 53 131845

Bolt 54 133943

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 55 155046

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42' Deck 56 165723

RelainerSpring 59 141043

Arm, Suspension, Rear 67 149846

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1..25Gr 8 68 144959

Washer. Lock 92 STD541437

WasI_er,Hardened 10t 136420

Blade, Mulching 102 71081010

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 103 19061216

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 104 STD551110

Bearing, Bail, Mandrel 105 160793

Stripper, Vented MowerDeck 106 2029J

Bolt, Carriage 5116-18 x 5/8 129 19131312

Bolt, Shoulder t30 STD523710

Balfle, Vortex 131 STD533710

Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 142 165890

Stiffener Bracket 143 157109

Bracket, Deflector 144 158634

Cap, Sleeve 145 165888

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 146 171977

Nut, Push t47 131335

Shield, Deflector t48 169022

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga !49 t65898

Rod, Hinge I50 19091216

Screw Thdrol Washer Head t51 169670

Washer, Spacer t52 169676

Pulley, Mandrel 153 t69674

Nut, Toplock, Flanged t54 169675

Bolt t55 t69671

Fastner, Christmas Tree 156 169672

Pulley, Idler, Flat !57 169669

Washer 13/32 x t3/I6 x 16 Ga. t58 17720410

Nul Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC t59 72140614

Guard, Mandrel, LH.. - - 130794

Retainer

Screw, Thdo Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8

Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Followe r - - t69583

Bolt. Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Boll, Shoulder 5116-t8 UNC

DESCRIPTION

Arm Assembly, Pad. Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Washer 13/32 x 13/!6 x 12 Ga

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

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Exlension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga

Bracket Clulch

Cable Clutch 42 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Relention Lever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

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

BoltTdhd Sgn 3t8-16UNC x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft

Hardware Only - Pulley Not

Included)

Replacement Mower, Complete

NOTE; All compor_,entdimensions given in US.inches

1 inch =254 mm

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170981 Housing, Upper 40 120472X

2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X ,,734 41 105928X

3 134400 Ball, Delenl 42 170988

4 105904X Spring, Delent 43 134394

5 160940 Screw, Tapping, No 10-24 X ,482 44 120473X

6 138235 Assy, Kit, Shifter 45 142678

7 108727X V-Ring 46 143697

8 148266 Bearing, Flange 47 124641X

9 148269 Seal, Oil 48 106589X

10 2225J Ring, Retaining 49 120408X

I1 134793 "Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shalt 50 105937X

I2 148268 Bearing, Flange 5I 2226J

13 120415X Washer, Plain, ,632 X t.38 X ..046 52 134401

14 142674 Key, Woodruff, No. 9 53 2264J

15 170983 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 54 160946

16 170986 Pinion, Bevel, 12T 55 170990

17 105909X Ring, Retaining 56 160948

18 t05910X Chain, 24 Pitches 57 1I0071X

19 160942 Cover, Detent 58 120952X

20 160943 Gear, Spur, 1 2T 59 170991

2t 148267 Collar, Clutch 60 160950

22 138236 Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys 61 170992

23 73810500 Nut, Lock, 5/16-24 62 7294J

24 142676 Shaft, Intermediate 63 !08989X

25 2244J Key. Woodruff, No. 6! 64 160952

26 t05916X Ring, Retafning 65 120954X

27 !2047OX Sprocket, 1 8T 66 160953

28 !t0079X Spacer, 1. 131 X I..45 X .494 67 138244

29 142677 Gear, Spur, 37T 68 108996X

30 142681 Gear, Spur, 35T 69 160954

31 I24644X Gear, Spur, 30T 70 120951X

32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 71 174256

33 120406X Gear, Spur, 22T 72 120416X

34 134796 Gear, Spur, I9T

35 105925X Washer, Plain, .640 X 1.37 X _061

36 2228J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X ..046

37 170987 Washer, Plain, °632 X t..00 X .031

38 174255 Assy, Gean Comb.., I2T & 30T

39 124639X Shaft, Idler

Spacer', .633 X 87 X ,755

Sprocket, 9T

Gear, Bevel, 36T

*Assy, Kil, Shim, .750 Shalt

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12T

Gear, Spur, 15T

Gear, Spur, 20T

Gear, Spur, 25T

Gear, Spur, 28T

Gear, Spur, 31T

Washer, Plain, 632 X 1.00 X .060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain, 758 X 125 X ,031

Axle, LH

Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Splined

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32T

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miler, 1 2T, ldler

Axle, RH

Housing, Lower'

Disc, Brake

Spacer, Brake Puck

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping, 5116-18 X 2,35

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain, ,32l X 1..00X .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Puck, Friction

Washer, Anti Rotation

Grease

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US.,

inches 1 inch = 254 mm

* Use in various combinations lo mainlain proper

clearances,

*" Older Key NOo 15.

'*" Silicone Sealan{ to be applied between

Upper and Lower Housings (use Loctite Ultra

Gray Silicone 5699 or equivaienl)

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

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KEY PART KEY PART

NOo NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

t 690t56 Cylinder Assembly 106 690577 Seat-Inlet

2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal I08 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

3 39t086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108A 692344 Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic)

4 494238 Sump-Engine I08B 695419 Valve-Choke

5 690188 Head Cylinder (Nikki Carburetor)

7 692410 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 1I7 692408 O Jet-Main (Standard)

8 495735 Breather Assembly 692411 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

9 27803 o Gasket-Breather 117A 6954,t5 O Jet-Main (Standard)

10 691666 Screw (Breather Assembly) 695416 O Jet-Main (High Altitude)

11 691328 Tube-Breather t21 690191 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

12 692226 • Gasket-Crankcase t21A 695427 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

(015 Thick, Std) 125 690194 Carburetor

692406 • Gasket-Crankcase 125A Carburetor (Nikki) (Service

(005 Thick) with Walbro Carburetor)

692405 • Gasket-Crankcase t27 695005 O Plug-Welch

(,009 Thick) 127A 690727 O Plug-Welch

I3 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) I30 691750 Vafve-Throttle

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 130A 695418 Vafve-Throttle

t6 690136 Crankshaft 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft

20 291675 o SeaFOii 13IA 695421 Kit-Throttle Shait

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover) i33 494381 Float-Carburetor

23 693557 Flywheel 133A 694914 Float-Carburetor

24 222698 Key-Flywlleel 137 281165 _:i: Gasket-Float Bowl

25 692271 Piston Assembly (Standard) 137A 695426 (_:I: Gasket-Float Bowl

692272 Piston Assembly (.010 OS.) 141 495097 Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual

692273 Piston Assembly (.020 O,S,,) Choice)

692274 Piston Assembly (.030 O,S,,) 141A 495931 Kit-Choke Shaft (Choice-A-

26 690162 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) Matic)

692164 Ring Set-Piston (.010 CoS. t 14'1B 695420 Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikki)

692166 Ring Set-Piston (020 O SI, 142 692412 a Nozzfe-Carburetor

692168 Ring Set-Piston (,,030 O S ) 146 691639 KeyTiming

27 691299 Lock-Piston Pin 167 692297 Air Cleaner Stud Seal

28 498319 Pin-Piston (Standard) 176 691917 ° ORing Seal (Air Cleaner)

498320 Pin-Piston (,020 O S) 186 692317 Connector-Hose

29 692419 Rod°Connecting (Standard) 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

499940 Rod-Connecting (°020 US) Length)

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket)

33 495856 Valve-Exhaust 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

34 495857 Valve-Intake 202 691841 Link-Mechanical Governor

35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 209 692208 SpringGovernor

36 69 t279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 216 691840 Link-Clloke

37 690456 Guard-Flywheel 217 695409 Spring-Choke Return

40 691752 Retainer-Valve 222 694.04.2 Bracket-Control

43 691968 Slinger GovernodOil 227 691374 Control Lever Governor

45 690564 Tappel-Valve 231 691636 _ Screw (Choke Valve)

46 692421 Camshaft 23IA 690718 (_ Screw (Choke Valve)

48 692706 Short Block (311707-0028- 232 691842 Spring-Governor Link

E1 Replacement Engine) 238 691843 Cap-Valve

50 690193 Manifold-intake 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

51 692137. O:1:+Gasket-intake 265 691024 Clamp-Casing

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 276 692255 t_:]: Sealing Washer

73 690492 Screen-Rotating 276A 695410 I_:l: Sealing Washer

74 691674 Screw (Rotating Screen) RPM Settings:

75 690582 Washer (Flywheel) Low Speed: 1900-2100

78 690661 Screw (Flywheel Guard) High Speed: 3000-3200

93 690602 Bushing-Throttle Shaft

94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture . Included in Engine Gasket Set,

94A 695425 Kit ldle Mixture Key No35B

95 691636 O Screw (Throttle Valve) O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit,

95A 690718 I_ Screw (Throttle Valve) Key Not21 andt21A

98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed I: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set,

98A 695408 Kit-Idle Speed Key No977 and 977A

104 690525 O Pin-Float Hinge + Included in Valve Gasket Set,

104A 694918 £) Pin-Float Hinge Key No 1095

!05 231855 O Valve-Float Needle NOTE: All component dimensions given in US

105A 694922 (5 Valve-Float Needle inches 1 inch = 254 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27t631

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

287 69t 002 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 789 692037 Harness-Wiring

304 690844 Housing-Blower 789A 695050 Harness-Wiring

305 690960 Screw (Blower Housing) 797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)

306 690499 Shield-Cylinder 801 691429 Cap-Drive

307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 802 691286 Cap-End

309 693551 Motor-Starter 803 693757 Housing-Starter

3t0 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm)

3tl 497608 Brush Set 842 691870 ,DipstickfTube SeaF

333 495859 Armature-Magneto 847 496415 DipsticldTube Assembly

334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto) 851 892424 Terminal-Spark Plug

337 491055 Spark Plug 868 690968 o+ Seal-Valve

344 693675 Screw (Cable Clamp) 871 690969 Bushing-Guide

358 690189 Engine Gasket Set 875 694942 Base-Air Cleaner

363 t9203 Flywheel Puller 877 393456 Wire-Connector/Alternator

369 695422 Spring-Float Bowl 883 692236 ,, Gaskef-Exhaust

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 9t4 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 934 69!058 Screw (Fan Retainer)

445 496894 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 947 497672 Solenoid-Fuel

455 691173 Cup-Flywheel 947A 695423 Solenoid-Fuel

462 691261 Washer (Brush Retainer) 967 272043 Filter_Pre Cleaner

467 691668 Knob-Air Cleaner 968 6919t6 Cover-Air Cleaner

474 691063 Alternator 971 692129 Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

503 691532 Strap-Starter 975 495933 Bowl-Float

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 975A 695417 Bowl-Float

5t0 693699 Drive-Starter 977 690t92 SebCarburetor Gasket

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 977A 695428 Set-Carburetor Gasket

523 692014 Dipstick 987 691326 *Seal-Throttle Shaft

524 281370 ,, Seal-Dipstick Tube 987A 690998 Seal-Throttle Shaft

525 691398 Tube-Dipstick 996 690678 Carburetor Shield

544 692034 Armature-Starter t005 695056 Fan-Flywheel

552 491986 Busfling-Governor Lever 1006 690452 Retainer-Fan

562 69t119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1019 690180 Kit-Label

579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) 1022 272475 o+ GaskeFRocker Cover

601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1023 691192 Cover*Rocker

614 69t620 Pin*Cotter I026 692003 Rod-Push (Intake)

6!6 6920t2 Crank-Governor 69201 ! Rod-Push (Exhaust)

617 692138 ,, O-Ring Seal (Intake Manifold) 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker

633 695414 Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 1034 690822 Guide_Push Rod

634 690801 _9 Seal-Spring Assembly 1038 695700 Label-Emissions

(Manual Choke) I051 691265 Retainer-Brush

634A 690802 £t Seal-Spring Assembly 1058 274789 Owner's Manual

(Choke-A*Matic) I090 691293 Retainer-Brush

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 109t 691333 Cap-Limiter

668 691323 Spacer 1095 690190 Valve Gasket Set

69I 692407 °Seal-Governor Shaft 1119 69!t83 Screw (Alternator)

692 690572 Spring-Detenl 1127 691657 Screw (Float Bowl)

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1127A695407 Screw (Float Bowl)

711 690703 Screw (Carburetor Shield) RPM Settings:

7!8 690959 Pin-Locating Low Speed: I900-2100

727 490324 Cover-Starter Drive High Speed: 3000-3200

729 691335 Clip-Wire

729A 691224 Clip_Wire • Included in Engine Gasket Set,

732 691002 Screw (Starter Drive Cover} Key_ No,358

733 691658 Screw (Crankshaft Extension) _ Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit,

741 691284 Gear-Timing Key. 1"4o.121 and121A

757 69t714 Link-Counterweight _ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set,

758 692423 Counterweight Key. No.977 and 977A

759 691239 Pin-Counterweight + Included in Valve Gasket Set,

761 691096 Screw (Counterweight) Key, No. t095

783 693713 Gear-Pinion NOTE: All component dimensions given in US,

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

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SERVICE NOTES

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SERVICE NOTES

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SERWCE NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUHDE FOR SDGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15 MAX.

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i!;! ,_ greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

i_] _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

iil caution when changing direction on slopes.

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