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Owner's Manual

ICRRFTSMRWI

16.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271633

• Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about thisproduct,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am- 5 pm, Mort. Sat

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

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

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

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

Product Specifications........................... 6

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

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

Maintenance Schedule ....................... 17

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

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

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

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

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

Parts Ordedng ...................... Back Cover

LIMITED'rWOYEAR WARRAN'rY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

Fortwo (2) years from the date of pumhase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returningyour

Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

productis in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

caused by towing objects beyond the capabilityof the ridingequipment, impacting

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

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

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

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

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment accordingto the instructionscon-

tained in the owner's manual.

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

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 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 profitis made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BA3-1"ERY

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. Warranty

service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman dding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service Is availablebut a trip

charge willapply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

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

WARRAN'I'Y SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specificlegal dghts, and you may also have other dghts wNch

may vary from state to state.

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

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

throwing o.bects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in

serious injuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow ell

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsibleadults, who are

familiar withthe instructions,to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which couldbe picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is dear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine ff anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entiregrass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before taming.

•Never leave a runningmachine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Turnoff blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removinggrass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influenceof alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for trafficwhen operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

log the machine into a trailer ortruck.

•Data indicatesthat operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

parcentage of ridingmower-related

injuries. These operatorsshould

eveluate their abilityto operate the riding

mower safely enoughto protectthem-

selves and othersfrom serious injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-upwhich can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and bum. Do

not allowthe mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur.Clean any oil orfuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage. 3

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related to loss-of-

controland tipover accidents,which can re-

suit in severe injury or death. All slopes

requireextra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

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

mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overtum the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

Use slowspeed. Choose a low gear so

that you willnot have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

Followthe manufacturer's recommenda-

tionsfor wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grasscatchersor

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityof the machine.

Keep ell movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope, if

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tam slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced

trectJon could cause sliding.

•Do not tryto stabilize the machine by

puttingyourfoot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III.CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are otlen attracled 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

respons_le adult.

•Be alert.and rum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

. Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with ,,ha engine n_nn_ng. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside aclosed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debds build-up, Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, end 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 see'icing them.

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine If

anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers or chlldran

even with the blades O1t.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be sedously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mew up and down slopes (15 °Max),

not aeross.

•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.

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•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not tum on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, tum slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbolto point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!I1 BECOMEALERTlll YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, transport-

ing, adjusting or making repairs, always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

_CAUTION; Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommendedby and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on aslope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires con lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

A_kWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of Californiato cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_)_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 1.25

CAPACITY UNLEADED

A.NDTYPE: REGULAR

3ILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

_,PI-SF - SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RCt2YC

SAP: .030")

GROUND SPEED (MPH):

FORWARD: 1ST 1.1

2ND 1.4

3RD 2.2

4TH 3,4

5TH 4.3

6TH 5.5

REVERSE: 1.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT:t4 PSi

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BA3-rERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE:U 1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT. LBS

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor, It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you expedence any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center,

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

ARepair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules,

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and =Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

/I, 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 (ffany). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

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Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheet Insert

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) HexBolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4Wheel11)Locknut 5/16-18_ (11Lockwasher 3/8 1

['[J_[:_ Steering _Steering

Adapter teedng EhXta'f_sion

_Boot

Seat

I1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet Video Cassette

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in the

operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

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

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

A'n'ACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steedng shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 18-22 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steedng boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure,

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steedng wheel adapter from

steedng wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cress bars

are horizontal (left to dght) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

_Insert

J _ fSteedng Boot

SteedngWheel

Tabs

Adapter---"-"_

7. Snap steedng wheel insert into center

of steedng wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and gall.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'rrERY

1. Liftseat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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/abe_

Batter

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1, Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5, Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely, Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Bolt

Flat

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid,

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

2, Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

-_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all ins_tructldnsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear

of other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed,

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parldng brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto idle

position,

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift laver to 1st gear.

8, Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9, Apply brake to stoptractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

t. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over frent

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Mulcher

Def[eclor Plate

Latch

_' Hooks

_ILCAUTION: 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 CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store

in a safe place. Your mower is now ready

for discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were 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 housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe

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

sectionof this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see thatthe brake is

properly adjusted. See "1"0 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 REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

v"All assembly instructionshave been

completed.

/No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is pmpedy prepared end

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

,/All tires are propedy inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

ovednflated at the factory).

JBe sure mower deck is propedy leveled

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

results, (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

•/ Check mower and drive bells. Be sure

they are muted propedy around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USEYOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

•/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BAI"FERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARO FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP t

LIGHT !

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED MOWERLI_

r 'l R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFE'rY RULES SECTION)

DANGER_ KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(AutomaticModels only)

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KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Light Switch

Attachment Ignition Switch

Clutch

Lift

Ammeter i"__.,_"-.,, Plunger

Attachment

LiftLever

Throttle/Choke

Control

Crutch/Brake

Pedal Height

Adjustment

Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractorsconformto the safety standardsof the American

National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

A'rrACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

A'n'ACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and directionof tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for startingand

stopping the en_g=ine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER -Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH -Turnsthe headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Used

for starting and controllingengine speed,

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide visionsafety mask over

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Yourtractor 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" positionand release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position, Make sure parking brake will

holdtractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

"Engaged" Position

Position

Choke-_ Brake

=Engaged"

Clutch/ Position

Lever

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

•To stop ground drive, depress clutcW

brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position.

•Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failureto move throttle controlto

slow positionand allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

•Turn ignition key to "OFF" positionand

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

stoppingtractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION: Always stoptractor

completely, as oescdbed above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE TH RO'rFLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The directionand speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch]brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired

position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bdng tractor to acomplete

stop before shiftingor changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CuI-nNG HEIGHT

The positionof the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

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•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine runningand the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control

_I,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment

ClutchLever Attachemnt

=Engaged""

Posi#on , Position

Low

position

Position

Deflector

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_kCAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not ddve across any slope.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hi((s.

•If slowingis necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push elutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightlyas you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment liftcontrol.

•When pushing or towingyour tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

•Do not push ortow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transportingyour tractor on a truck

or atrailer, 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

specificationsof the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use (_ommonsense when towing,

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

dangerous. "rims can lose tractionwith

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wad for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add ell until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (Sea "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

Oil Fill Cap/

Dipstick

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ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve llfe). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantitiesthat can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

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

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

_WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisturewhich leads to separation and

formation of acids duringstorage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines

and carburetorare empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_,CAUTION: Fill to bottomof gas tank

fillerneck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spillor

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

Whenstartingtheengine forthe ifrst ifma or if

theenginehas run out offuel, itwil take extra

crankingifma to movefuelfrom thetankto

the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shiftlever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle oontrol to choke position.

NOTE: Beforestarting,readthewarm and

coldstarling _res 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 continuouslyfor

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

Ifthe 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.

WARMWEATHER STARTING(50° F and

above)

6. When engine starts, move the throttle

controlto the fast position.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50°F and

below)

6. When engine starts, allow engine to

run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to

fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depend-

ing on the temperature.

•The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: ffat a highaltitude (above 3000 feet)

or incoldtemperatures(below32 F) the

carburetorfuelmixture may need to be

ac_ustadfor best engine performance. See

"1"OADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service

andA_ustments section of this manual.

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MOWINGTIPS

•Mower should be propedy leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the dght of the tractor.

This will result in amore even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippingswill

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns untilfinished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip.

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throtUe

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

MULCHING MOWINGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrede quickly

to provide nutrientsfor the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumpsand

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

eady aftemoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the firstcut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow northto south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

Max 1/3"

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MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLE3E

REGULAR SERVICE

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ChangeEn0ineON l_?,_ b#

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Clean Ak-Scrsen b/2

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Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) k_t2

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractordoes not cover

itemsthat have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence, To receive full value

from the warranty,operator must maintain

tractor as instructedin this manual.

Some adjustments willneed to be made

pedodicallyto properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustmentsin the Service and

Adjustmentssection of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

•Once a year you should replacethe

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plugand clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixtureand help your

engine runbetter and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1, Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

intedeck systems for proper operation.

5, Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

_) SpindLe

Zerk Zerk

(_Front Wheel

Bearing Bearing Zerk

Zerk

,-_- ,--_ shirt

L__., '"--_Pivots

_SAE 30 or 10w30MOTOROIL

@GENERALPURPOSEGREASE

@REFERTO Maintenance=ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or graase the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that willshorten the life of

the self.lubricatingbearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

17sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen

performinganymaintenance.

BRAKEOPERATION

Iftractorrequiresmore than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

usted. (See =ro ADJUST BRAKE" inthe

Serv ce and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(Sea =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

sectionof this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working propedy. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without firstsetting the perking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer secudng blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

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IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8heat

treated.

TrailingEdgeUp MandrelAss/embly

Blade Center _

"

_---Hex Bolt(Grade)"_"l_'._

*A Grade8 heat1rearedboltcanbe identified

bysixlinesonthebolthead.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grindingwheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while onthe mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructionssupplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use anailfor balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthraaded

portion of the steel boltor 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 untilthe blade is

balanced.

Center Hole

BA'n'ERY

Your tractor has abattery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

m automotive charger will extend its life.

Keep battery and terminals clean.

Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open,

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BA'R'ERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery fromtractor.

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 _lly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrictcooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only Use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classificationSF- SJ. Se-

lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade accord-

ing to your expected operating tempera-

ture.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosityoils

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

cold weather, these multi.viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32°E Check your 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 ayear ifthe 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.

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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container,

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirtto enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove cap from end of drain valve

and installthe drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipsticktube. Pour slowty. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstickfor

checking level. Be sure dipstickcap Is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick,

Closed Oil DrainValve

and _

Locked DrainTube

position

Ca

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

stubbom dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.

2. Remove hex bolts from blower

housing and lift housing off engine.

3. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry

of dirt.

4. Use compressed air or stiff bristle

brush to thoroughly clean engine

cooling fins.

5. To reassemble, reverse above

procedure.

BlowerHousing Hox

o1,: :2

Dipstick Air c creen

EngineCoolingFins _J"_ Plug

AIR FILTER

Yourengine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Remove cartridge nut.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartddge.

4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Cover Knob

BNut

Foam _Cartridge

Pre-Cleaner

_Base

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. Iffuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

20 carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp__ _-_ Clamp

FuelRl_er

CLEANING

• Clean f, seat, finish, etc.

n matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

,_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignitionkey "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs.

8. Disconnect front linksfrom deck by

removing retainer springs.

Small Retainer

9. Raise liftlever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck isto be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front linksand hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower liftlever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions,

Suspension Arms

Clutch Spdng_

-_SquareHole

Link

RetaLner

Anti-Sway

Collar Spdngs

(Both Sides)

Housing Guide

Large 21

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjustthe mower white tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tres are properly inflated (See PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS section of ths

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not pmpedy

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

•At the midpointof both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides ot mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

linkadjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each fullturn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottomedgeof Bottomedge of

mowerto mowerto

ground__ ground

AT"U "ITA

Am_

Lift Link

Adius!_-_erdNut----'---'-

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lowerfront of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnionon both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

==\ ooj /Mandrel

o o =

Front Links

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools, Perk the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake,

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

5. Make sure belt is in ell pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

6, Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highest gear on a level dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutclVbrake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A"on brake

rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A"untildistance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A'.

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

cary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake =Engaged"

Nut "A"

Nut

_-- I_Opera

_ ._J AiTn ring

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 leftfootrest.

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" inthis 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.

Clutchin

Transaxle

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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, procead 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 boil, 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 wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructionsin the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEELTOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe.

in or camber, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining dng and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square kay - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be pumhased from your

local parts dealer.Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

I

SquareKey _

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'n'ERY

_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around battedes.

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, followthis procedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor batteryto start other vehicles.

TO ATTACHJUMPER CABLES-

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES,REVERSE ORDER-

1. BLACK cable first from chassis end

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both battedes.

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PositiveTerminal Negative Terminal Nut

Rex

Bclt

Battery

posi_ve Terminal Negative Terminal

REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowingawrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

hands, dngs, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Liftseat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

kegs nut as shown. Tighten securely.

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

6. Close battery box door.

Battery

Door

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the gdll.

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 widng may cause your

tractorto run poorly,stop running, or

prevent itfrom starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand infront of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilttoward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

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ENGINE

Maintenance,repair,or replacementof the

emissioncontroldevines and systems,which

are beingdoneat the customersexpense,

may be performedby any r'_n-roadengine

repairestablishmentor individual.Warranty

repairemustbe performedby an authorized

enginemanufacturer'sservice outlaL

TO ADJUSTTHRO'rFLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throt_ controlhas been presetat the

factory and a_ustment should net be

necessary.Checkadjustmentas described

belowbeforeloosening cable, If a_ustment

is necessary,proceedas follows:

1. W'_ engine not maNng, move throttle

controllever from slowto chokeposilJon.

Slowlymove lever from choketo fast

position.

2. Check that boles=A" in governorcontrol

lever and bole il governorplate line-up.

ff boles "A"are notailgned, loosen damp

screw and move throttle cable un_l boles

are aligned. T_jhten damp screw

securely.

Governor Governor

trol Plate

Throttle

ClamF _IL_N T_h.L,

Screw L,aDI8

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: _carburetoron thisengine is low

_. It is e_Jippedwith an idlefuol

a_us_ng needlewitha limitercap, which

alows somaadjustmentwithinthe limits

alowed bythe cap. De not attemptto remove

the Umifercap. The limitercap carl_t be

removedwithoutbreaking the a_usting

needle.

The cad0uretorhas been presetat thefactory

and adjustmentshouldnotbe necessary.

Hov_ver,minora_uslment may be required

to compensatefor differencesin fuel,

temperature, altifudeorload. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as folows:

In general,turning idle mixture valve In

(clockwise) decreasesthe supply of fuel to

engine gMng a leaner tueVair mixture.

Turning the idle mixture vak_ out (seunter-

ckx_. 'se) increasesthe supply of fuel to 9"_

eng=negiving a richerfueVair mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to theneedlo valve

and theseat incarburetor may resultif screw

is turned intoo tight

PREUMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleanerassembly must be assembled

to the carburetor when makingcarburetor

adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle controlcable is

ac_ustedproperly(see above).

FINALSETTING -

1. Startengineand ailow fo warm for five

minutes. Make filial adjustments with

engine runn_g and shitthuctioncontrol

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow

position.W;th finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever againstidlespeedscrew.

Turn idlespeed screwto attain1750

RPM.

3. Whlie stil holdingthrottle lever aga_st

idlespeedscrew, turn idle mixturevalve

full traveldeakwise then c_Jnterclock-

wise untilengine runsrough. Turnvalve

to a pointmidwaybetweenthosetwo

p_sitiens.Releasethrottlelever.

ACCELERATION TEST.

4. Move throttle controlleverfrom slowto

fast position, it enginehesitatesordes,

tum idlemixturevalve out (cc_nteml_.k.

wise) 1/8turn. Repeat testand cen'_nue

to adjust,if necessary,untilengine

acceleratessmoothly.

Highspeadstop is factoryadjusted. Donot

a_ust -damagemay result.

IMPORTANT: Nevertamperwiththeengine

governor,wNch isfactory set forproper

eng_e speed. Overspeeding the engine

above the factory highspeed setting can be

dangerous. If you think the engine-governod

high speed needs edjus_ng, contact a

Sears or other qualified service center,

wNch has proper equipment and experience

to make any necessary adjustments.

Idle_ Throttle

Wrth Limiter

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Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_I,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

aperiod 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 baits, 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.

BA'I-rERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long pedods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: Itis importantto prevent

gum doposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor,fuel

hose, or tank duringstorage. 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 untilthe

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2, Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Tum ignitionkey to =START_ position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can

startsto rust. Rust and/or dirtin your

gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protectionfrom dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture, Do not use plastic, Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and willcause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Willn_start

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks bul

will not start

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

10.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

1. 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 rifler.

6. Replace fuel rifler.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refilltank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel fiflar.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Dirty fuel rifler. 4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. 6. Check all wiring.

Loose or damaged wiring.

7,

8.

Carburetor out of

adjustment.

Enginevalvesout 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 ignitionswitch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

swflch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

7. Sea "3"o Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact aaSears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6, Check all wiring.

7. Check/replaca ignition

switch.

8. Check]replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Checklreplace solenoid or

starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

'ROBLEM CAUSE

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

Exceaslve

_ibratlon

Engine continues

e run

when operator

leaves seat

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water infuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11.Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Lcose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetar out of

adjustment.

15.Eogine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operatar-safety

presence control system,

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildupof grass, leaves,

and trash under mower,

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

CORRECTION

1. 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.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refilltank withfresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine airscreentfins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged pads.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. Ifnot

corrected, contact a

Sears or other qualified

service center.

1. Replace blade. "13ghtan

blade bolt.

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 CAUSE CORRECTION

Mowerbladeswill 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction,

not rotate mechanism.

2. Wom/damaged mower 2. Replace mower ddve belt.

ddve belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley, 3, Replace idler puney.

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

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

2. Travel speed too fast.

=3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade,

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower ddve belt worn.

9. Blades imprepedy installed.

1O.lmproper blades used.

11.Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF'.

2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned

out.

3. Faulty lightswitch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1, Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST' position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive boll.

9, Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch =ON",

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check widng and connec-

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

I. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faullyallernator. 4. Replace alternator.

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

whenturnlng set at "SLOV_' position "SLOV_' positionand allow

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

stopping engine, stopping engine.

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

8

16

21

22

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

33

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41

42

43

45

52

144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20uric x 3/4

156417 Case BatteW

15,3664 Switch, Inledock Push-In

175688 Harness Asm Ught W/4152J

4152J Bulb Light #t 156

4799J Cable BatleP/6 Ga 11" red

146147 Cable BatteW 6 Ga w/16 wire red

175158 Fuse 20AMP

73510400 Nut, Kegs Hex 1/4-20 UNC

4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" bl_ck

121305X Sv_tch Plunger Nc Gray

175566 Switch Ign

140403 Key Ign Molded Cra6sman

178437 Harness Ign

71110408 Bolt B_k.Fin Hex 1/4-20 Uric x 1/2

131563 CoverTerrninalRed

178861 Solenoid

121433X Amrneter Rectangular 6 Amp

141940 Protecgon Wire Loop

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

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CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY

NO.

1

2

3

5

9

10

11

12

13

14

17

18

25

26

28

29

3O

31

37

38

51

52

53

S4

55

57

6O

64

74

142

143

144

145

2O6

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PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

174619 Chassis

176554 DlaV/_al"

17060612 Screw 3/g-16 x 3/4

155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

168337X013 D_sh.

81D533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x t

155927 panel. DaSh, LH.

145660 ClipT_nnerrnan Gdlle P/L

172107X010 Panel, Asm. SLKSCR Dash R,H.

174.90608 Screw Thdret 3/8-16 x 1/2

144983X558 Hood Assembly

126938X BumperHood

19131312 Washer 13/22 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

$TD541437 NUt, Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8ol 6 UNC

178987X558 Grtlle w/Lens Asm.

155217X599 Lens, Grille

174738X553 Fender

139976 Bracket, Fender Support

17490508 Screw Tndrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

175710 Bracket Asm Pivot

73800400 Nut Lock w/Insed 1/4-20 UNC

19_91416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

145201 Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

161464 Screw Hex WSHD 8-1g x7/8

145202 Bracket Gritte PLckolfRH

$1D522507 Bolt, Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

STD533707 BoltRdhdS nk3i8o16UNCx3/4

154798 Dash L_er _J1.T

STD541437 NOt,Crowetock 3/8-16 UNC

165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT

154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

175582 Bracket Foolreet

156524 Rod PIvol Ch asslsJl-lood

170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 "1_

17670508 Screw Tndrol 5/8-18 x 1/2

17670608 Screw Thdret 3/8-16 x 1/2

165919 Insert Lens Reflective

5479J Plug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions give In U.S. Inches

1Inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUNDDRIVE

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163

113

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168

166

156

51

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GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1.... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62 8883R Cover Pedal BIk Round

Dana D4360-140 63 175410 Pulley Eng

2 146682 Spring Retum Brake T/a Zinc 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5

3 123666X Polley Transaxle 13/20" 6res 65 S_51143 Washer Lod< Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

412000028 Ring Retainer #5100-62 66 t54778 Keeper Belt E nglne

5 121520X Str=zpTorque 30 Degrees 70 134683 Guide BeltMower Ddve RH

6 17660512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 74 10950_X Spacer Split

8 165865 RodShifter Fender STLT 75 121749X Washer 23/32 x 1 t/4 x t6 Ga

10 $3D561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 Cad 76 S/_581075 E-ring#5133-75

11 1(}5701X WaSher Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole 77 123583X KeySquare

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28unf Gr8 W]Patch 78 t21748X Washer 25/32 x 1-3/8 x 16ga

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy HeliCal 1/4 79 2228M Key Woodruff

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5!16-18 Gr.5 80 131488 Arm, Shift

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 81 165594 Shaft Assembly

18 STD5237"10 Bolt Fin Hex 3/3-15unc x 1 Gr,5 82 165711 Spring,Torsion

19 $1"D541437 Hut Lock Hex W/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 83 19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

21 106933X Knob Rd 1/2-13 Plstc "FndsBLk 84 166229 LinkTrar_Saxle

22 130804 Rod Brake Btk Zinc 26 840 85 150360 Nut, Ny_ock

24 S1_541237 NutHexJam3/8-teUnc 89 158391X425 Console, Shift, STLT

25 106888X Spdng Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 90 124346X Nut, Self-Threading, Washer

26 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga Hdl/4

27 $3_561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad 112 t9091210 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga

28 175765 Rod Brake Parking Lt/Yt 113 127285X StrapTorque

29 71673 CapBrakeParking 116 S-1_533710 BoltRdHdSqnk3/8-16xlUnc

30 174973 Bracket Mtg Tr&qsaxle 120 739006GO Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Uric

3_ STD523107 BoltHexHdS/f6-f8uncx3/4 150 175456 SpacerRetainer

34 175578 Shaft Asm pedal Foot 151 191337.10 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

35 120183)( Beadng Nylon Blk 529 Id 156 1660(_ Washer Shred 5/161D x 1,125

36 STD5510(_ Washergt/32xtx16Ga 158 165589 Bracket Shift Mount

37 $1D571810 PinRol13/16xt" 159 165494 HubTaperedFtangeShiftLt

38 165936 PulleyComposlte Flat 161 721404(_ Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr.5

39 74760648 Bolt FLnHex 3/6-16unc x 3 162 73680400 NUtCrownlock 1/4-20 UNC

40 175461 Spacer Split Steel 153 74780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 UNC x I Gr.5

41 175556 Keeper Bert Idler 164 19091010 Washer 5/8 x ,281 x 10 G&

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga 165 165623 Bracket Pivot Lever

47 127783 Pulley Idler 166 166880 Screw 5/t 6-18 x 5/3

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grad Div STL 168 t654_ Bolt shoulder 5/16-18 x,561

49 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spdng 169 165580 Plate Fastening Lt

50 STD523715 BoltHexHd3/8-15uncx1*l/2 170 173898 KeeperBeltT/A

51 STD541437 NufCrownlock3/8-15UNC 197 169613 NyllnerSnap-ln5/8"lD

52 S'TD541431 NutCrownLock3i16-18 198 169593 WasherNyl7/81Dx,105"

53 105710)( Link Clutch 7 66 202 72110614 Bolt Cart Sh 3/6-f 6xt-3/4 Gr,5

55 105709X Spring Return Clutch 6 75 212 145212 NOt Hex Flange Lock

56 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 x t.0

57 160855 V-Belt Gd Ddve NO]E: All component dlmens]or_sgive In U.S. inches

59 169691 Keeper BeltCenterspan 1 Inch=25.4 mm

6t 17060612 Screw 3/6-16 x3/4

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633

STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 Steedng Wheel

2 154427 Front Axle Assembly

3 169840 Spledle Assembly, LH.

4 18583_ Splndte Assembly, R.H.

5856_-I Beating, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 19 Gauge

9 12(XX)029 Ring, Kllp

9 3385R Bearteg, Steerlng Column

10 175121 LIr'=k,Drag

11 S]_851137 Washer, Lock

13 136518 Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle

15 145212 Nut Lock Hex Flange

17 177876 Shetl Asm. Steering

26 128547X Bushing, Link, Drag

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

29 17(_60612 Screw 3/8o16 x 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin

32 130465 Rod, Tie

36 155099 Bushing, Steerlng

37 152927 Screw Tf #10-32 x 5 x 3/9 Flange

38 139799 Cap Wheel Steer OPP BIk

39 19133819 Washer 13/32. x 2-3/9 x 12 Gauge

40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 3/8o24 UNF

41 100711L Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 148554X429 Bout, Steedng Dash P/L MtJBIk

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

44 153720 Extension Steedng Non-Adjust

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 8555M Fitting, Grease

51 STD541431 Nut Lock Hx W/Ins 5/13-19 UNC

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

63 $1_523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc, x 1 Gr, 5

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-19 x 2ol/4

68 169827 Brace Axle

71 175146 Steedng Asm.

82 185835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

85 1:33835 Fastener Clvlst_ Tree

8_ 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc

91 175553 Ctlp Steedng

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

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

62

13 4

29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

23

KEY pART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170545 Cont rolThrottle/Choke

2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd CLIt1/4-20x5/8 T

3........ Engine (See Breakdown) Brlggs

Model310707-0137-E1

4 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

13 165291 Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil

16 $ID551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

23 169837 Shield BRFUDBR Guard

29 137180 Arrestor Spark

31 10g_02X Tank Fuel I 25 Fr

158990 Cap Asm FLbalW/_ym Vente_

33 123487X Clamp Hose B4k

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

37 137040 Line Fuel20"

38 148315 Ping Oil Dra_n

40 124028X Bustling Snap Nyl BikFuel Line

44 17670412 S_rew Hexw_h Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

45 17(3(30612 Screw HexW_h Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

46 19091416 Washer 9/3_ X 7/8 X 16ga

$1_)551131 Washer Lock HW Hlcl _pr 5/16

72 71070512 Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4

78 17060620 Screw 3/8-16x1 *1/4

81 73510400 N_ Keps Hex 1/4-20unc

NOllE: A_Icomponent dimer,_ons given in U.S. inc_ss

1inc_ = 25.4 mm

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LIFTASSEMBLY

7

13

117_ 6

12

13

2

3

6

15

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 159460

2 159471

3 105767X

4 12000002

5 19211621

6 120163X

7 125631X

8 122365X

11 13_865

12 139866

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Washer Asm Inner Spring W/ 13 STD624006 Retainer Spring

PILInger 15 173288 Link FlOnt

Shalt Asm. Uft RH 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Pin Groove 17 175689 Trunnio_ Front Susp.

ERIng #5133-62 18 73800800 Nut Lockwiwsh 1/2-13 Unc

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 G& 19 139868 ArrnSuspenslonMower

Bearing Nylong 20 163552 Retainer Spring

GdpHandleFluted 31 169865 Beadng, PvL Ufl.

Bulton Plunger Read _73540600 Nut Cmwnlock 3/8-24

Link Asrn Lilt LH. NOTE: All co rnpor,ent dirnensioP,,sgiven In U.S, inches

Link Asm Ult R.H, 1 inch= 25.4 mm

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SEATASSEMBLY

=4\ %

__1173 12 11

5

KEY pART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman

2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivol Seat (blk)

3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16ur_ X 1

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

5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged

6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk ZI

8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1 -1/2

919131614 Washer 13/32 X I X 14 Ga

10 174894 pan Pnt Seat (blk)

11 166369 Knob Seat

12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

14 72050412 Bo;t Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

15 134300 SpacerSplit 28X 96 Zinc

16 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIkPnt

17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

21 171852 Bott Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

22 $1D541431 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

25 127018X 8olt Shoutder 5/16-18 X 62

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

1Inch = 25.4 mrn

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DECALS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917271633

6 4

7 2

7

10

13

14

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 156368

2 174210

3 171696

4 171697

5 176677

6 133644

7 177253

8 172331

9 163204

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. Instn 10 156439 Decal, FenderDanger

Decal, Replcrnnt 12 146046 Decal, V-belt Dr Sch

Decal, Hood Rh 13 177259 Decal, DaSh, Panel

Deck, Hocd Lh 14 160396 Decal, V-belt Schematic

Decal, Hp Engtne 20 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, MaJntCustomer Sears Dorn -- 138311 Decal, Lnt Handle

Decal, Hood Side -- 165EOOX428 Pod, Footrest LH STLT

Decal Mower -- 165799X428 Pad, Footrest RH STLT

Decal, Fender Craltsman -- 179167 Manual,Owner's(English)

-- 179168 Manuai,Owner's(Spanlsh)

WHEELS &TIRES

2_5,8

4,10

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap Va)ue Tire

2 65139 SlemValue

3 10_.22X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

4 59904 Tube Inner Front #35060

5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"front White Scrvlce

6 2781-1 Fntlng Grease

7_Bearntg Flange

8 106108X427 Rim Asm 8"rear White SePvice

910_268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5-8 Seivlce

10 7152J Tube ReaJr9 5 X 8 Service

11 104757X428 Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

-- 144334 Sealant, Tim (t 0 oz. tube)

NOTE: All component dlrner,.sio_,sgiven in U.S. inches

I Inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWERDECK

_lO5

106 102 103

:!_!4 1/06

IO2_t

34

\2

222324

29 27

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MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

I165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

2 $1_533107 Bolt 53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 54 133943 Washer, Hardened

Front 55 155046 Arm, Idler

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

5 $1_024008 Retainer Spring 59 141043 GLLard,11JV _dler

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 67 149846 Knob Custom Oval

8 850857 Bctt Hex 3/8_24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 68 144959 V-Belt

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 02 S_o41437 Nut

10 140296 We.sher, Hardened 101 136420 Mutcher Cover

11 134149 Blade, Mulching 102 71081010 Scow

13 137645 Sha0Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 10_ 19061216 WaSher #10

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 104 $1_551110 Washer, Lock

15 1I0485X Beating, Ball, Maedrel 105 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger

16 174493 Stripper, Verlted Mower Deck 106 2029.1 Nut, Weld

18 72140505 Bolt, Cardege 5/16-18x5/8 129 19131312 Washer13/32 x13/16 x12 Ga_

19 102827 Bolt, Shoulder 130 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr.5

20 159770 Baffle, Vodex 131 ST_o33710 Bolt, RdhdSqnk3/8-16UNCx 1

21 $1_._41431 NutCrownlockS!16_16UNC 142 165890 ArmSprlngBrakeMower

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 143 157109 Bracket Arm Idler 42"

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 144 158634 KeeperBolt42"ClutchCable

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 145 165888 Pulley Idler Flat

25 123713X Spdng, Torsion, Detlector 146 171977 Bolt Cardage Idler

26 110452X Nut, Push 147 131335 SpdngExtenslon

27 13C°_68X428 Si_eld, Deflector 148 169022 SpdngReturnldler

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x,_Sxt6Ga= 149 165898 RetainerSpdngYellowZtnc

29 131491 Red,Hinge 150 19091216 Washer 9F32x3/4x16Ga.

30 157722 ScrewThdroIWasher Head 151 169670 Bracelet Clutch

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 152 169678 Cable Clutch 42 In

32 153535 Pulley, Ma.edrel 153 169674 Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Ftanged 154 169675 Spring Retainer

34 STD533717 Bolt 155 169671 SpringRetentionLever

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Fiat 156 169672 Spacer

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13,/16xt6Ga, 157 169669 RedClutch

40 $1"D541437 NutCrownlock3/_-16UNC 158 17720410 ScrewHexThdCutl/4-20x5i8

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 159 72140614 Bolt Tdhd Sge 3/8-16UNC x 1-3/4

45 $1D624003 Retainer - - 130794 Mandrel Assembly (Incluhes Key

46 137729 Screw, Thd. ROll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Numbers 8-10. t 3-15, 31 and 32)

48 133944 Washer. Hardened - - 169583 Replacernent Mortar. Complete

49 174284 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

50 131340 Bcff, Shoulder #10-24Grede5 NOLO: AIIcompenentdimenslonsgiveninU.S.Inches

5t STD541410 Locknut 1 Inch=25.4mrn

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DANATRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

2O 21

22

24

31

32

25

33

_5

7

_13

59

69

46

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TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633

DANATRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170981

2 2274J

3 1344(X3

4 I(ToS04X

5 16O94O

6138235

7 108727X

8 148266

9 148269

10 2225J

11 134793

12 148268

13 120415X

14 142674

15 170983

16 170986

17 105909X

18 105910)(

19 160942

20 160943

21 148267

22 138236

23 73810500

24 142676

25 2244J

26 105916X

27 12047OX

28 110070X

29 142677

30 142681

31 124644X

32 108980X

33 120406X

34 134796

35 105925X

36 2228J

37 170987

38 174255

39 124639X

Housing,Upper 40 120472X Spacer, .633 X .67 X .755

ScTew,Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 41 105928X Sprocket, 9+1+

Ball, Detent 42 170988 Gear, Bevet, 36T

Spring, Detent 43 134394 *Asey, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft

Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X .482 44 120473X ShaJt, Drive

Asey, Kit, Shifter 45 142678 Gear, Spur, 12T

V-Ring 46 143697 Gear, Spur, 15T

Beadng, Flange 47 124641X Gear, Spur, 20T

seal, Oil 48 1(To589X Gear, Spur, 25T

Ring, Ret_dnlng 49 120408)( Gear, Spur, 28T

+Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 50 105937X Gear, Spur, 31T

Bearing, Flange 51 2226.1 Washer, Plain, .632 X 1,00 X +060

Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.38 X .046 52 134401 Washer, Neoprene

Key, Woodruff, No. 9 53 2264J Washer, Plain, ,758 X 1.25 X ,031

Assy, K_t, Input Shaft 54 160946 Axle, LH

Pinion, Bevel 12T 55 1_ Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Spllned

Ring,Retaining 56 160948 Ring, Retaining

Chain, 24 Pitches 57 110071X Gear, Spur, 32T

Cover, Detent 58 120952X Shaft, Cross

Gear, Spur. 1 2T 59 170991 Gear, Miter, 1 2T, Idler

Collar, Clutch 60 160950 Axle, RH

Asey, Kit, Clutch Keys 61 1709_ Housing,Lower

Nut, Lock, 5/16-24 _7294J Disc, Brake

Shaft, letermediata 63 108689X Spacer, Brake Pu<;k

Key, Woodruff, No. 61 64 160952 Jaw, Brake

Ring, Retathing 65 120_54X Pin, Dower

Sprocket, 1 8T 66 160953 Screw, Tapping,5/10-18 X 2,35

Spacer, 1. 131 X 1.45 X .494 67 138244 Lever, Actuating

Gear, Spur, 37T 68 108996X Washer, Plain, .321 X 1.00 X ,055

Gear, Spur, 35T 69 160954 Brac_<et,Anti-Rotation

Gear, Spur, 30T 70 120951X Puck, FrletJon

Gear, Spur, 25T 71 174256 Washer, Anti Rotation

Gear, Spur, 22T 72 120416X Grease

Gear, Spur, 19T

Washer, Plain, .640 X 1,37 X ,061 NOTS: All component dimensions given in U,S.

Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X ,046 Lnches 1 inch =25.4 mm

Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X ,031

Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T & 301" * Use in vautous combinations to rnalntain proper

Shaft, Idler clearances.

Order Key No. 15.

°*° Silicone Sealant 1o be applied between

Upper and Lower Housings (use Lontite Ultra

Gray Silicone 569g or equivalent).

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BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

REQUIRES SPEC AL TOOLS 53 .,'O

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

691wl

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BRIGGS & STRATI'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

467_ 971

i

176

404_

616t 614P

[ 1019 LABEL KIT ] ,Jt_

I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL IF

240@

404@

E62_ '4''

276

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1420 1_-117

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BRIGGS & STRA]'FONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

(_ 305 _

I 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS I

_287_1 363_

709A

524_

1006 _474 877

5O

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633

BRIGGS & STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

977CA,.. RBURE'rORGA,, SKET SET.

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

NIKKI

130A_:)_ll 231A '_ U

0+A TA+"Jl

5__I_A_ 369 II

112:: A

5,7A0

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

lo4_ 1270 :,75_ 9879 95_,

137_ _51_-_

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

639(__:_ 20_ 2 17_

121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

51_ 95A_ 276A_)

104A_ 127A _

+OSA_987A÷

137A O231A_

977A CARBURETOR GASKET SET

€"_,137A

51_ _'75A

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BRIGGS & STRA'I'rON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1690156 C_linder Assembly 106 690577 Seat-Inlet

Kit-Bushing/Seal Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

2 399265 108 690464

3 391086 ,Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108A 692344 Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic)

4 494238 Sump-Engine 108B 695419 Valve-Choke

690188 Head-Cylinder (Nikki Carburetor)

692410 *+ Gasket-CylinderHead 117 692408 _ Jet-Main (Standard)

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

9 27803 • Gasket-Breather 117A 695415 _1 Jet-Main (Standard)

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

11 691328 Tube-Breather 121 690191 Kit-Carburetor Overhau

12 692226 ° Gasket-Crankcase 121A 695427 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

•(,015 Thick, Std) 125 690194 Carburetor

692406 Gasket-Crankcase 125A Carburetor Nikk_ (Service

(,005 Thick) with Wa bto Carburetor

692405 ° Gasket-Crankcase 127 695005 OPlug-Welch

,009 Thick) 127A 690727 _Plug-Welch

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 130 691750 Valve-Thro_e

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 130A 895418 VaNe-Throttle

16 690136 Crankshaft 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft

20 291675 •Seal*Oil 131A 695421 Kit-Throftle Shaft

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 133 494381 Float-Carburetor

23 693557 Flywheel 133A 694914 Float-Carburetor

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 137 281165 I_; Gasket-Float Bowl

25 692271 Piston Assembly (Standard) 137A 695426 O:_ Gasket-Fleet Bowl

692272 Piston Assembly (,010 O.S.) 141 495097 Kit-Cheke Shaft (Manual

692273 Piston Assembly 1"020 O.S.I Choke)

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

26 690162 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) Matic)

692164 Ring Set-Piston (.010 O.S.) 141B 695420 Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikk_

692166 Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S.) 142 692412 !_ Nozzle-Carburetor

692168 RingSet-Piston (.030 O.S.) 146 691639 Key-Timing

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

28 498319 Pin-Piston (Standard) 176 691917 •O-Ring 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 U.S. Length)

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

33 495856 Valve-Exhauet 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

34 495857 Valve-Intake 202 691841 Link-Mechanical Governor

35 691279 Spring-Valve Intake 209 692208 Spring-Governor

36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 216 691840 Link-Choke

37 690456 Guard-Flywheel 217 695409 Spring-Choke Return

40 691752 Retainer-Valve 222 694042 Brackst-Coetrol

43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 227 691374 Control Lever-Governor

45 690564 Tappet-Valve 231 691636 O Screw (Choke Valve)

46 692421 Camshaft 231A 690718 _ Screw (Choke Vaive)

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

276A 695410 _:_ Sealing Washer73 690492 Screen-Retating

74 691674 Screw (Rotating Screen) RPM Set_ngs:

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

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

93 690602 Bushing-ThrotSe Shaft

94 498030 Kif-ldle Mixture Incklded in Engine Gasket Set,

94A 695425 Kit-Idle Mixture Key. No.358

95 691636 _1 Screw (Throttle Valve) _Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit,

95A 690718 OScrew (Thmtite Valve) Key. No.121 and121A

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

98A 695406 Kit-Idle Speed Key. No.977 and 977A

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

104A 694918 _Pin-Float Hin e

105 231855 _Valve-Float _e_edle Key, No, 1095

NOTE: _!l component dimensions given in U,S.

105A 694922 _Valve-Float Needle inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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BRIGGS& STRATrON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

287 691002 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

310 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 830 691095 Stud Rocker Arm)

311 497608 Brush Set 842 691870 * D ps6ck/Tube Seal

333 495859 Armature-Magneto 847 496415 Dipetick/Tabe Assembly

334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto) 851 692424 Termin_-Spark Plug

337 491055 Spark Plu"tug 868 690968 ,+ Seal-Valve

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

358 690189 Engine Gasket Set 875 694942 Base-Air Cleaner

363 19203 Flywheel Puller 877 393456 Wire-Connector/Altemator

369 695422 _pSdng-Fl_t Bowl 883 692236 °Gasket-Exhaust

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 934 691058 Screw Fan Retainer)

445 496894 Filter-Air Cleaner Caltddge 947 497672 So enod-Fue

455 691173 Cup-Flywheel 947A 695423 Solenoid-Fuel

462 691261 Washer (Brush Reta_er) 967 272043 Filter-Pre Cleaner

467 691668 Knob-Air Cleaner 968 691916 Cover-Air Cleaner

474 691063 Aitemetor 971 692129 Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

503 691532 Strap-Starter 975 495933 Bowl-Float

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

510 693699 Drive-Starter 977 690192 Set-Carburetor 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 SeaI-Throtlte Shaft

525 691398 Tube-Dipstick 996 690678 Carburetor Shield

544 692034 Armature-Starter 1005 695056 Fan-Flywheel

552 491986 Bushing-Governor Lever 1006 690452 Retainer-Fan

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1019 690180 Kit-Label

579 691029 Nut Starter Cable) 1022 272475 °+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

691 95162 Camp-Hose 1023 691192 C_er-Rocker

614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1026 692003 Rod-Push Intake)

616 692012 Crank-Governor 692011 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 _l Seal-Spring Assembly 1036 695700 Label-Emissions

(Manual Choke) 1051 691265 Retainer-Brush

634A 690802 QSeal-Spring Assembly 1058 274789 Owner's Manual

(Choke-A-Matic) 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

635 691909 Boet-Spark Plug 1091 691333 C Limitor

668 691323 Spacer 1095 690190 Va_e t Gasket Set

691 692407 • SeaI-Govemor Shaft 1119 691183 Screw f/_itemator_

692 690572 Spring-Detent 1127 691657 Screw ('F w_loat Bo

697 690372 Screw (Ddve Cap 1127A695407 Screw F oat BoW_

711 690703 Screw (Carburetor Shield) RPM Se_ngS;owL

718 690959 Pin-Locating Speed: 1900-2100

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

729 691335 Clip-Wim

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 Kif,

741 691284 Gear-Timing Ke .No.121 and121A

757 691714 Link-Counterweight :_ JcYuded 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) Ke .No, 1095

783 693713 Gear-Pinion NOTE: _1 component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

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