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Owner's Manual

ICRRFTSMRN°I

LAWN TRACTOR

17.0 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.271660

This product has a low emission engine which operates I

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the I

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

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

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

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

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

AssemblyPre-Operation ....................... 8

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

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

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

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

Storage ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting ................................. 30

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

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

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

product is used 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 capability of the riding equipment, 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 according to the instructions con-

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 profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

service is available free of charge by returning your 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 product is in the United States.

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

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

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

may vary from state to state.

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

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

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

serious injury or death.

Look for this symbol to point out •Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

important safety precautions. It means necessary. Always look down and

CAUTION!i! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR behind before and while backing.

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

4Bk CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

&WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds, chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

Slow down before tuming.

Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always tum off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

Tum off blades when not mowing.

Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect them-

selves and others from serious injury.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

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

mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overtum the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT"

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over it a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do 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 often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

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 the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline

Capacity

and Type:

Oil Type

API-SF-SJ):

1.25 Gallons

Unleaded

Regular

SAE 30 (Above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .030")

Ground Speed Forward: 5.2

(MPH): Reverse: 2.7

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 12 PSI

Charging 3 Amps Battery

System: 5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

Torque:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of anew tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will 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.

_ILWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

I_(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

Steering

Boot

Steering Wheel

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_ Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

t Steering n

Shaft

Seat

(_Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

For Future Use

Keys

Video Cassette

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

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 right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines

on all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

A'I-rACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 18-22 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter

onto steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter•

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT" Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

_ Insert

"_-,__----3/8 Hex Bolt

,_------_ 3/8 Look Washer

_Large Flat

Washer

J Boot

Steering Wheel

,Tabs

Ada Shaft

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Label

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.

Seat

Bolt

Knob i

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion disengaged" position (See ,q'O

TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

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)

_IWARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position. (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position.

11.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Deflector

Shield

Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

_, CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

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 mulching blades are

designed for discharging and bagging

also.

CHECKTIREPRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECKLEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we

wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

qualify product.

Please review the following checklist:

/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

•/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

•/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

•/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in "transmission engaged"

position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important

items:

J Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

J Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

,/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions (See "TO

START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of this

manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

.NG,NEO.ENG,.=OFFO'LP"ESSUR'L,GHT=ONOVI_MP [

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Attachment

Clutch

Lever

Light Switch

Ignition Switch Position

Ammeter

Throttle/Choke Attachment

Control _ Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake Height

Pedal Adjustment

Indicator

Freewheel

Control Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION -Turns the

headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL -

Disengagages transmission for pushing

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

eyes, which can result msevere eye damage. Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a

wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the

way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and

release pressure from clutch/brake

pedal. Pedal should remain in brake

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition

"Engaged" Posits.. Key

___(" J/.j_ / "Disengaged"

.<....___.'____ )Position

Throttle/"'--_" ."F_=_:7_. _p=,.

Chol<'e-'-._J ,_"" _,_ ParKing

Conirol _'",_m-.__X"_\_/J BraKe ,

CluteW r \\'5" ..... _ ........

Brake't_ 3 _ _.

_ f..._._ Motion Control

. /_ ,Brake-_..Lever

Disengaged"

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

•Turn ignition key to "STOP" position

and remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

ACAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Attachemnt

Clutch Lift Lever

"Engaged" High

Position Position

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Freewheel control is located at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

2. Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

•To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

." Position

"Disengaged_.

Position Deflector

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

4_ICAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

Transmission Disengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the

ground and cause you to lose control of

your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until =FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operaUonyou should

change oilfor easier starting ((See the

oil viscositychart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler

neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline with a

minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead

oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

[kCAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which

leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel

system should be emptied before storage

of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,

start the engine and let it run until the fuel

lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh

fuel next season. See Storage Instruc-

tions for additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to disen-

gaged position.

5. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts. Do not

run starter continuously for more than

fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °F and

above)

7. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 °F and

below)

7. 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.

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONWARMUP

Beforedrivingthe unitin cold weather,

the transmissionshouldbe warmedup as

follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake slowly return

to operating position.

3. Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during

the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used

during the engine warm-up period after

the transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

(See 'q'O ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.)

PURGETRANSMISSION

PreCAUTION: Never engage or disengage

ewneel lever wnile the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replacement,

it should be purged after reinstallation

before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in '_transmission

disengaged" position (See "TO

TRANSPORT' in this section of

manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

4. Move motion control lever to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this step there will be no

movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

5. Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shutoff engine and set

parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission

engaged" position (See "TO TRANS-

PORT" in this section of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start

engine. After the engine is running,

move throttle control to half (1/2)

speed. With motion control lever in

neutral (N) position, slowly disen-

gage clutch/brake pedal.

8. Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly

move motion control lever to reverse

position. After the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N)

position. Repeat this procedure with

the motion control lever three (3)

times.

Your transmission is now purged and

ready for normal operation.

MOWINGTIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of

the tractor. This will result in amore

even distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

f.,.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting 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.

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 biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy grass,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

Max 1/3

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting

and graining of the lawn.

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AS YOU COMPLETE

REo. ..SERV,CE SE.V,OE

DATES

,Ohec.°.oper=on

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

TIntedock Systems V

RCheck for Loose Fasteners V / ll_s

A i Shaq>entReplaCeLubricationMower Blades _3

CiChart

0 Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals I_

Check Transaxle Cooling t_

Check V-Belts V d

Check Engine Oil Level if If

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) _1,2 I_

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) V°_ I1_

NClean Air Filter iV!2

GClean Air Screen 1_2

IN Muffler/Spark Arrester V /

Inspect

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _,2

Clean Engine Cooling Fins I_

Replace Spark Plug _2 I//

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures,

2-Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions,

3 - RepLace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4°Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery+

5oTighten bent axle pivot bait to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum,

Do not overtighten,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments wHI need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper opera-

tion.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

_) Spindle _ _"-----_1_ O Spindle

Zerk __ = _'_-. Zerk

(])Front Wheel ,__-_ _--:_Front Wheel

Bearing _ .... ==' I ,L Bearing Zerk

ze,

_l:nninA / __--.; I I ',--_7._

t i

n * i

(_ General Purpose Grease

(_)REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE"SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted. (See "1"OADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or

insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed and

attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly

Blade Center

Hole

Flat Washer.

Lock Washer

_---Hex Bolt (Grade)

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

ahorizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

"_ _'_J_-'_ Blade

5/8" Bolt or Pin-----_"/_-,.._-_, f

Center Hole ' _)

BATrERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour,

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4, Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission

while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pressure

water or steam to clean transaxle.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure sprayer

to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact a Sears or other qualified service

center.

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.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30,

10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold

weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°R Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting. Oil Drain Valve

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Drai)_Tube

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

To open, pull out on the drain valve.

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.

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 slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on

dipstick.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

7. Reinstall cover and secure with

knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Remove cartridge nut.

2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from entering carburetor.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

4. Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,

cover and secure with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge. _ Cover

_'_ Knob

Cover__ Cadridga Nut

__Paper

t-oam t're- -..---_-S Cartridge

Cleaner _ _.._ Base

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

1. Remove screws from blower housing

and lift housing and dipstick tube

assembly off engine.

2. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry

of dirt.

3. Use compressed air or stiff bristle

brush to thoroughly clean engine

cooling fins.

4. To reassemble, reverse above

procedure.BlowerHousing

Screws _Screws.._

Dipstick Tube _ Air Scree'n -

Assembly

oilF,!

Opening _

MUFFLER

Spark

Plug

Engine Cooling Fins

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clam_Clarnp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

i Clean en_)ine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

of all foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

I,_ WARNING:TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

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

come in contact with plug,

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket,

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs,

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs,

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor. Small Retainer

Spring

Clutch

Spring

Retainer

Spring

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with

retainer springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer

spring.

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Install belt onto engine pulley.

Suspension " ,,

Arms

line

Pulley

Hole

Front Link

Anti-Sway

Collar

Housing

Guide

Retainer Springs

Both Sides)

Deflector

Large

Retainer

Spring Bracket

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

•At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

•If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom edge of Bottom edge of

mower to _ mower to

ground _ground

A--rT-_JGround Line _"-)'TA

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to

adjust both front links equally so mower

will stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

•Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

tums.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut "E"

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See 'q'O

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See 'q'o Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel Idler

Mandrel -

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear on a level dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake

"Engaged"

Jam Nut

Nut "A"

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake

adjustment is necessary contact aSears or

other qualified service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See 'q-O REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down around

transmission cooling fan and onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine

pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keep-

ers.

6. Install mower (See 'q'O INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Motion Control Lever Neutral

Lock Gate

Clutching

Stationary Idler

Center Span

Keeper

Transmission

Input Pulley

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

2. Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that

position and turn engine off.

4. While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the

neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

/Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble with

crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves

in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

Square Key ------,,_'_'

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'I-rERY

_WARNING: Lead-acidbatteriesgenerate

explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and

smokingmaterials away from batteries.

Alwayswear eye protectionwhen around

batteries.

Ifyourbattery is too weak to startthe engine, it

shouldbe recharged. (Sea "BATTERY"inthe

MAINTENANCE sectionof this manual).

If'lumper cables"are used for emergency

starting,follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractoris equippedwitha

12 voltsystem.The othervehiclemust alsobe

a 12 voltsystem.Do notuse yourtractor

batteryto startothervehicles.

TO ATTACHJUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

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

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BA'I-I'ERY

41_WARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing awrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5, Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

Terminal

Cover/ /K_ps

"-_ Hex

Bolt

Positive

(Red)

Cable

(Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connec-

tor.

Headlight Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke

position. Slowly move lever from

choke to fast position.

2. Check that holes "A" in governor

control lever and hole in governor

plate line-up. If holes "A" are not

aligned, loosen clamp screw and

move throttle cable until holes are

aligned. Tighten clamp screw

securely.

Governor

Control. Lever Governor Control Plate

_rottle Cable

Holes "A" Clamp Screw

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turningidle mixture valve in

(clockwise)decreases the supplyof fuel to

the engine givinga leanerfuel/air mixture.

Turningthe idle mixturevalve out (counter-

clockwise)increasesthe supplyof fuel tothe

engine giving aricherfueVair mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage tothe needlevalve

and the seat incarburetormay resultifscrew

is tumed in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SE'FI'ING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be as-

sembled to the carburetor when

making carburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SEFI-ING -(See "TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in this

section of the manual.)

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow

position. With finger, rotate and hold

throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Tum idle speed screw to attain

1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever

against idle speed screw, turn idle

mixture valve full travel clockwise then

counterclockwise until engine runs

rough. Tum valve to a point midway

between those two positions. Re-

lease throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) 118 turn. Repeat

test and continue to adjust, if neces-

sary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust or damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

S3"hrottle

Idle Mixture Valve _

with Limiter

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.

,_ CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BA'B'ERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After aperiod of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

'q'O CLEAN BAr-I'ERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

Also, alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)

can attract moisture which leads to

separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s),

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

Hard to start

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start 1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded. 3.

4. Bad spark plug. 4.

5. Dirty air filter. 5.

6. Dirty fuel filter. 6.

7. Water in fuel. 7.

8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8.

9, Carburetor out of adjustment. 9.

10.Engine valves out of

adjustment,

1. Dirty air filter. 1.

2. Bad spark plug. 2.

3, Weak or dead battery. 3.

4. Dirty fuel filter. 4.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7.

8. Engine valves out of 8.

adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not 1.

depressed

2. Attachment clutch is '2.

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3.

4. Blown fuse. 4.

5. Corroded battery terminals. 5.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6.

7. Faulty ignition switch. 7.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8.

9. Faulty operator presence 9.

switch(es).

Engine clicks but 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery.

will not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

fast. reduce speed.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2. Adjust throttle control.

Enginewill not

turn over

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and carbure

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace battery.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Depress brake pedal.

Disengage attachment

clutch.

Recharge or replace battery.

Replace fuse.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace ignition

switch.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section In manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Loss of power

continued)

Excessive

vibration

Enginecontinues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

CAUSE

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air fUter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

.Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

CORRECTION

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

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/

fins.

12.Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See 'q'o Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

.Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.

not rotate mechanism.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate (con't)

Poor grass

discharge

CAUSE

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10.Improper blades used.

Headlight(s) not 1.

working 2.

(if so equipped) 3,

Battery will not 1.

charge 2.

Loss of drive 1.

Engine "backfires" 1.

when turning

engine

"OFF"

.Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Switch is "OFF'.

Bulb(s) or lamp(s) bumed out

Faulty light switch.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

Faulty alternator.

Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or

servicing.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact aSears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure:

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

.Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

SCHEMATIC

RED

BATTERY

BLACK

AMMETER FUSE STARTER

(OPTIONAL) , , _

SOLENOID

CLUTCH !BRAKE

_G A1 (PEDALUP) v,_rcE

]SEAT SWITCH

IGNITION , _ __ • (NOT OCCUPIED)

SWITCH _j____j _F _I

aULCK [/ A_ME-Nf (_I_UTCH .... O°OO.O,NO

CONNECTOR D

_SPANK

S_CK (_ IGNITION _PLUG

_- --FUEL, UNIT GAP

_.UE FI LINE ', ! TWIN CYL, ENGINES) _

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN Q3600 RPM

I i 3 AMP DG @ _ RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECT _D) [

_REI_ P

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

L_HTIN_ SYSTEM OUTPUT I T R

o_ SAMPACO_p. DIODE IAL ENATOR ,

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS u_ow. _b_t_cK

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. HEADLIGHTS

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNmON SWITCH

PosmoN C_Rcurr "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGH1 B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START B+S+A1 NONE

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

16 ,

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4

8176689 Box Battery Fender

16 176138 Switch, Interlock

21 175688 Harness Asm LightW/4152j

22 4152J BulbLight#1156

24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

26 175158 Fuse20 AMP

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Uno

28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray

30 175566 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Ign

40 179720 Harness Ign

41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Uno x 1/2

42 131563 Cover TerminalRed

43 178861 Solenoid

45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop

89 180449 Cover Battery Fender

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

tinch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

208 *\ \.

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drawber

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

5 155272 BumperHood/Dash

9 168337X013 Dash

10 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH.

12 145660 ClipTinnerman Grille P/L

13 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 144983)(558 HoodAssembly

18 126938X BumperHood

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

26 STD541437 Nut

28 178987X558 Grille/LensAsm

29 155217X599 Lens, Gdlle

30 175692X558 FencVFtrest

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear

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

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

53 145201 Bracket Grille Pickofl LH

54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 6-18 x 7/8

55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

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

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

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT

74 STDr-'J,1437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt Footrest

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18TT

207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 112Tytt

208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 112

212 165919 Insert Lens

- - 5479J Plug, Button

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

1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

GROUND DRIVE

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1...... Transmission (See Breakdown) 71 169183

HydroGear Model322-0510 73 169182

8 165866 Rod, Shift 74 137057

10 S'rD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 75 121749X

14 STD551125 Washer Lock 1/4 76 12000001

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 77 123583X

16 73800500 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18 UNC 78 121748X

19 738006o00 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 81 165596

21 130564 Knob 82 165711

22 169498 Rod, Broke 83 19171216

24 73350600 Nut 84 169843

25 106888X Spring, ROd,Brake 89 164890X428

26 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 90 124346X

27 STD.561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 g5 170201

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 96 STD624003

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 103 73940800

30 174973 Bracket, Transmission

32 74760512 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 314 116 72140608

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 120 73900600

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 150 175456

36 19211616 Washer 151 19133210

37 1572H Pin, Roll 156 166002

38 179114 Pulley,Composite 158 165589

39 74760648 Bolt 159 165494

41 175556 Keeper, Belt, Idler 161 72140406

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Belt 162 73680400

48 154407 BellcrankClutch Gmd Drustl 163 74780416

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 164 19091010

50 74760624 Bolt 165 165623

51 STD541437 Nut 166 166880

52 STD541431 NutCrownlock 5/16-18 168 165492

53 105710X Link, Clutch 169 165580

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 197 169613

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16x 1-1/4 198 169593

57 140294 V-Belt, Drive 199 169612

59 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center 200 72140508

61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 202 72110614

63 175410 Pulley, Engine 205 19171616

64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16 x 4 Gr. 5 212 145212

65 10040700 Washer 250 17060612

66 154778 Keeper, Belt Engine Hydro

70 134683 Guide, Belt, Mower DriveRH

Strap, Torque, Lh

Strap, Torque, Rh

Spacer, Axle

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

Ring, E

Key, Square

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

Shaft Asm Cress

Spring,Torsion

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

LinkTransaxle

Console, Shift

Nut Self-Thd Wshd 1/4

Control Asm Bypass Hydro

Spring, Retainer 1"

Nut, Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20

UNF

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x!

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10

Washer 5116x 1.0 x 1.25

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift

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

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 x 1

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16 x 1.0 x .125

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastener Cross Shaft

Ny{inerSnap-In

Washer Nyliner

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Belt RdHd Sqnk

5/16-18 Unc x 1

Bolt Carr. Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

Washer 17/32 x 1x 16 Ga.

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: All component dimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

STEERING ASSEMBLY

29 46

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 175131

3 16984O

4 169839

56266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 175121

11 STD551137

13 136518

15 145212

17 177876

26 126847X

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 13O465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 74780520

63 STD523710

65 160367

67 72140618

68 169827

71 175145

82 169835

85 133835

88 175118

91 175553

SteeringWheel

Axle Assembly

Spindle Assembly, LH.

Spindle Assembly, R.H.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

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

Ring, Klip

Beadng, SteeringColumn

Draglink

Washer, Lock

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Nut, Hex Flange Lock

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Pin Cotter

Red, Tie

Bushing,Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf

Adaptor, SteeringWheel

Boot, Steering Shaft

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

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

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/6-16 UNC x 1 Gr5

Spacer Brace Axle

Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Axle, Brace

Steering Asm.

Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

FastenerChristmasTrae

BoltShoulder 7/16-20

Clip Steering

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

ENGINE

78 38

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40 33

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

81 4

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

17O545

17720408

4 137352

13 165291

14 148456

16 S'rD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 109202X

32 158990

33 123487)(

37 137040

38 148315

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

6_ STD551131

72 71070512

78 17060620

81 73510400

ControIThrot/Ch

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 xl/2

Engine (See Breakdown)

BriggsModel 310707-0137-E1

Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

Gasket 1313 Id Tin Plated

Tube Drain oil easy

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Shield Browning/DebrisGuard

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented

Clamp Hose BIk

Line Fuel 20"

Plug drain oil easy

Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 X 718X 16ga

Washer Look Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4

Screw 3/6-16x1-1/4

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U,S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 140122

2 140551

3 71110616

4 19131610

5145006

6 STD5414.37

7124181X

B17000616

9 19131614

10 174894

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seal 3350 Blk/blk Craftsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/ins 3/6-16 Unc

Spdng Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw 3/8-16 X 1

Washer t3/32 X1X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (b/k)

Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

Bracket Pnl MountingSwitch

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 1343O0

16 121250X

17 123976>(

21 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1.1/2

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock I/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

Washer 17132X 1o3/16X 12 Ga.

Bolt Shoulder 5116-18 X 62

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

Iinch = 25.4 mm

DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

13 6 3 7 7

1 \

413 10

14--

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156811

2 181414

3 171696

4 171697

5179128

6 133644

7 177253

9 163204

10 156439

11 138047

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Oper. Instr. 12 146046

Decal, Hood Replacement 13 181702

Decal, Hood, R.H. 14 160396

Decal, Hood, L.H. 15 181450

Decal, Deck "B" 42" 16 172331

Decal, Customer Maintenance 20 149516

Decal Hood Side LT1000 - -169210

Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 138311

Decal, Fender Danger -- 165800X428

Decal, Battery - - 165799X428

- - 181290

- - 181291

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-BeR Drive Schematic

Decal, Dash Panel

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Engine

Decal, Mower Heavy Duty 12 Ga.

Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Bypass

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192

265139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732)(427

6 278H

7 9040H

8106108x427

9 106268x

10 7152J

11 104757X428

-- 144334

Cap Value Tire

StemValue

Tire FTs 15 X 6 0-6 Service

Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6"frontWhite Service

FittingGrease

BearingFlange

Rim Asm 8"rear White Service

Tire R Ts !8x9 5-8 Service

Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions giveninU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

LIFT ASSEMBLY

! I'

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Washer Asm Inner SpringW/Plunger

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring#5133..62

519211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X BearingNylong

7 125631X GripHandle Fluted

8 122365X ButtonPlungerRead

11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H.

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.

13 STD6,?.4008 Retainer Spdng

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 175689 Trunnion

18 73800800 Nut Lock w,NVsh1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm SuspensionMower

20 163552 RetainerSpring

31 169865 Bearing. Pvt. Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock3/8-24

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,271660

MOWER DECK

21 22

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 165892 Mower Dock Assembly, 42" 53 131845

54 133943

2_107 Bolt

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 55 155046

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

59 141043

5 STD624008 Retainar Spring 67 149846

6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 68 144959

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8

9STD551137 Washer, Lock 92 _1437

101 136420

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 102 71081010

11 134149 Blade,Mulching 103 19061216

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, 104 S_1110

Vented

14 128774 Housing.Mandrel, Vented 105 160793

106 2029J

15 110485X Bearing, Ball,Mandrel 129 19131312

16 174493 Stripper,Vented Mower Deck

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 130 STD523710

131 STD533710

19 132827 Bolt,Shoulder 142 165890

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 143 157109

21 ST[To41431 NutCrownlockS/16-18UNC 144 158634

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 145 165888

146 171977

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 147 131335

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 148 169022

26 110452X Nut, Push 149 165898

27 136968X428 Shield, Deflector

28 19111016 Washer 11i32x5/8x16Ga. 150 19091216

151 169670

29 131491 Red, Hinge

30 173984 Screw ThdrolWasher Head 152 169676

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 153 169674

154 169675

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 155 169671

33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Flanged

34 STO533717 Bolt 156 169672

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 157 169669

37 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 158 17720408

Gauge 159 72140614

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC - - 130794

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH.

45 STD624(X)3 Retainer

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 --181268

48 133944 Washer, Hardened

49 174284 RollerAssembly, Cam Fctlower

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

51 STD541410 Locknut

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

DESCRIPTION

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm. Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard. TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Nut

MutcherCover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer. Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

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

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

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

ArmSpring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42 In

Washer Flat 3/8' Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

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

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Une x 3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft

Hardware Only-Pulley Not Included

Replacement Mower, Complete

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions givenin U.S.inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

HYDROTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322-0510

121

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

HYDRO TRANSAXLE - -MODEL NUMBER 322-0510

PART _PARr

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPllON

1 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 60 142883

2 170352 Side Housing,Assembly 61 142882

3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 62 142887

4 170354 Swashplate, TrunionMachined 63 170410

5 169898 Block -Assembly

6 170355 Sealant 64 142892

7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 65 170411

8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 66 170412

9 170358 Shaft, Input 67 170413

10 170359 Ring-Retaining 68 170414

11 170_60 Spacer 69 170415

12 169870 Ring-Retaining 70 170416

13 170361 Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 71 170417

14 173158 Ball Brg17MM ID X 40MM OD X

12MM 72 170418

16 170362 Hex FLlange Head Screw 5/16-24

X 0.75 73 142884

17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7

18 170364 Arm,Control 74 170419

19 173159 Beadng, 30X52X13 Thrust 75 170420

23 170365 Check PlugAssembly, Washer

24 170366 Shaft, Motor1 76 170421

27 170367 Gear- Pinion, 13T 77 170422

28 170368 10T/48T GEAR 78 142969

29 170369 Gear, t0T Jackshaft 79 142980

30 170370 60T Bull Gear 80 150778

31 170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X

.625 81 170423

32 170389 Sioeve Bearing 82 170424

(Outboard).75X1.750X.625

33 142991 Washer, 3/4 ID X 1-1/20D X.13 83 161168

"N-IK 84 170425

34 170390 LipSeal Axle Seal 85 170426

35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, 87 173160

R.H.) 88 170429

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key. 90 170430

L.H.) 9_ 170431

37 150792 MiterGear (SPLINED) 107 170432

38 150793 Miter Gear 15T (0.5 ID) 108 170433

39 150809 Shaft

40 170_93 Ring, Spiral Retaining 109 170434

41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft 111 170435

42 170_q5 Magnet, Rling 113 170437

43 170396 Spdng, Bypass

44 150797 Hydro mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 116 170438

Long 119 173161

45 170397 Flilter 120 170440

46 170398 Base, Filter 122 173162

47 170399 Actuator, Bypass

48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 123 173163

49 170401 Arm, Bypass 124 170444

50 170402 Retaining Ring .250 External

51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X.250 X .250 TC 125 170445

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 ID X 1.00D X 126 173164

.05 THK 127 170447

53 170405 Retaining Ring 128 173165

54 170406 Bearing, Centar Block 900 171613

55 142977 Spdng - Helical Compression

56 142978 Washer

57 150798 20W-50 OIL72.8 oz

58 170407 Brake Yoke

59 170408 Rotor, Brake

Brake Puck

Puck Plate

Brake Actuating Pin

HFHCS 1/4-20X2 W/Patch,

SpecialFlange

Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

Spacer

Spdng, Brake Arm Bias

SQ. HD. BOLT 5/16-24-Ribbed

Arm, Brake

Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24

Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

Compression Spring Brake Anti-

Drag

Washer, HT .5 I.D. X 10.D. X

.032

Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/8

O.D.

Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

Check Plug Assembly, .027,

Washer

Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack

Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

Spring, HaliclComp

Spacer

Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24

UNJF(Nylon Insert)

Wedge, Friction Pack

Clip, Washer .316X1.50X.1046

(Plated)

Pin, Standard Headless

Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Hose, Expansion Tank

Cap, Vent

Bolt,Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

Puck, Inner Wedge

Spdng Clip-HousingThrust

Deflector

Washer,Motorshaft

.711DX1.15ODX.030THK

Plug, Sae #6

O-dng .07 x .301 I.D.

Bracket, Support Expansion

Tank

Slilicon Sponge

Fan

Pulley

#12 T.F. Screw-lindented Hex

Washer Head

Bracket Belt Keeper

Center Section-FUter-Bypass

Assembly

Filter Assembly

Fan -Pulley Service Aassembly

Seal -O-dng Kit

Kit, Expansion Tank

Transaxle, complete

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in

U.S. inches 1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

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

REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 53_

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

BRIGGS & STRAI-FON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

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

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

NIKKI

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130A__11 231A'aU

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5__1L05A_ 369

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

104_1270 27s_:_987® 9s_,

137_ _ 51,_

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

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691_ 176_

121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

95A _276A

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

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

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 690156 Cylinder Assembly 105 231855

2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 105A 694922

3 391086 •Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 106 690577

4 494238 Sump-Engine 108 690464

5 690188 Head-Cylinder 108A 692344

7 692410 °+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 108B 695419

8 495735 Breather Assembly 117 692408

9 27803 °Gasket-Breather 692411

10 691666 Screw (Breather Assembly) 117A 695415

11 691328 Tube-Breather 695416

12 692226 •Gasket-Crankcase (.015 121 690191

Thick, Std) 121A 695427

692406 • Gasket-Crenkcase (.005 125 690194

Thick) 125A

692405 •Gasket-Crankcase (,009

Thick) 127 695005

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 127A 690727

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 130 691750

16 690136 Crankshaft 130A 695418

20 291675 • Seal-Oil 131 494379

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 131A 695421

23 693557 Flywheel 133 494381

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 133A 694914

25 692271 Piston Assembly (Standard) 137 281165

692272 Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) 137A 695426

692273 Piston Assembly (.020 O.S.) 141 495097

692274 Piston Assembly (.030 O.S.)

26 690162 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 141A 495931

692164 Ring Set-Piston (,010 O.S.)

692166 Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S.) 141B 695420

692168 Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S.) 142 692412

27 691299 Lock-Piston Pin 146 691639

28 498319 Pin-Piston (Standard) 167 692297

498320 Pin-Piston (.020 O.S.) 176 691917

29 692419 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 186 692317

499940 Rod-Connecting (.020 U.S.) 187 691050

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod)

33 495856 Valve-Exhaust 188 691693

34 495857 Valve-Intake 192 691986

35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 202 691841

36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 209 692208

37 690456 Guard-Flywheel 216 691840

40 691752 Retainer-Valve 217 695409

43 691968 Slinger-Govemor/Oil 222 694042

45 690564 Tappet-Valve 227 691374

46 692421 Camshaft 231 691636

48 692706 Short Block (311707-0028-E1 231A 690718

Replacement Engine) 232 691842

59 690193 Manifold-Intake 238 691843

51 692137° O:1:+ Gasket-Intake 240 394358

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 265 691024

54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 267 695134

73 690492 Screen-Rotating

74 691674 Screw (Rotating Screen)

75 690582 Washer (Flywheel)

78 690661 Screw (Flywheel Guard)

93 690602 Bushing-Throttle Shaft

94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture

94A 695425 Kit-Idle Mixture

95 691636 _1 Screw (Throttle Valve)

95A 690718 1_ Screw (Throttle Valve)

98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed

98A 695408 Kit-Idle Speed

104 690525 _1 Pin-Float Hinge

104A 694918 _ Pin-Float Hinge

DESCRIPTION

0Valve-Float Needle

Valve-Float Needle

Seat-Inlet

Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic)

Valve-Choke(Nikki Carburetor)

Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Carburetor

Carburetor (Nikki) (Service

with Walbro Carburetor)

OPlug-Welch

121Plug-Welch

Valve-Throttle

Kit-Throttle Shaft

Float-Carburetor

_:1: Gasket-Float Bowl

Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual

Choke)

Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke-A-

Matic)

Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikki)

ONozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing

Air Cleaner Stud Seal

•O-Ring Seal (Air Cleaner)

Connector-Hose

Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

Screw (Control Bracket)

Adjuster-RockerArm

Link-Mechanical Governor

Spring-Governor

Link-Choke

Swing-Choke Return

Bracket-Contrel

Control Lever-Governor

121Screw (Choke Valve)

QScrew (Choke Valve)

Spring-Governor Link

Cap-Valve

Filter-Fuel

Clamp-Casing

Screw (Casing Clamp)

276 692255 a:l: Sealing Washer

276A 695410 I_ Sealing Washer

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358

QIncluded in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121 and121A

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. 977 and 977A

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271660

BRIGGS& BTRA'I-FONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPENUMBER0137-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

287 691002 Screw (DipstickTube) 789 692037 Harness-Wiring

304 690844 Housing-Blower 789A 695050 Harness-Widng

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

306 690499 Shield-Cylinder 801 691429 Cap-Drive

307 691003 Screw (CylinderShield) 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 •Dipstick/TubeSeal

333 495859 Armature-Magneto 847 496415 Dipstick/TubeAssembly

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

337 491055 Spark Plug 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 Rywheel Puller 877 393456 Wire-Connector/Alternator

369 695422 Spring-Float Bowl 883 692236 ° Gasket-Exhaust

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

404 691691 Washer (GovernorCrank) 934 691058 Screw(Fan Retainer)

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

455 691173 Cup-Flywheel 947A 695423 Solenoid-Fuel

462 691261 Washer (Brush Retainer) 967 272043 FUter-PreCleaner

467 691668 Knob-Air Cleaner 968 691916 Cover-AirCleaner

474 691063 Alternator 971 692129 Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

503 691532 Strap-Starter 975 495933 Bowl-Float

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

510 893699 Drive-Starter 977 690192 Set-Carburetor Gasket

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

523 692014 Dipstick 987 691328 • Seal-Throttle Shaft

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

525 691398 Tube-Dipstick 996 690678 Carburetor Shield

544 692034 Armature-Starter 1005 695056 Fan-Flywheel

552 491986 Bushing-Governor Lever 1006 890452 Retainer-Fan

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

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

601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1023 691192 Cover-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 _ Seal-Spring Assembly 1036 695700 LabeFEmissions

(Manual Choke) 1051 691265 Retainer-Brush

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

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

638 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1091 691333 Cap-Limiter

668 691323 Spacer 1095 690190 Valve Gasket Set

691 692407 °Seal-Governor Shaft 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)

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

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

711 690703 Screw (Carburetor Shield) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

718 690959 Pin-Locating High Speed: 3000-3200

727 490324 Cover-Starter Drive

729 691335 Clip-Wire •Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key, No,

729A 691224 Clip-Wire 358

732 691002 Screw (Starter Drive Cover) _ Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

733 691658 Screw (Crankshaft Extension) No. 121 and121A

741 691284 Gear-Timing _t Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

757 691714 Link-Counterweight No. 977 and 977A

758 692423 Counterweight + Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

759 691239 Pin-Counterweight 1095

761 691096 Screw (Counterweight) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

783 693713 Gear-Pinion inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SERVICE NOTE

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

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

trunk or other upright structure,

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

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

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