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Owner's Manual

ICRRFTSMRN°I

LAWN TRACTOR

18.0 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.271760

[_ 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 pro, 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 WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

to blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, 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 failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATIERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

vary, from state to state.

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

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

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

serious injury or death.

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

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

CAUTIONI!! BECOMEALERT!H YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

&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. "13res can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_bWARNING: 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.

L GENERAL OPERATION

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always tum off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect them-

selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to coo! before

storage.

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

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 overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly tum over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do 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 awater 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 1.25 Gallons

Capacity Unleaded

and Type: Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (Above 32°F)

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

(Below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: 3.5 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 a new 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 propedy.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel insert Steering Wheel

(1) Locknut _ (1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

1/4-28 x 1-1/4

Steering

Boot _ Steering

Wheel Adapter

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

,Oraio

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

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines

on all four corners of carton, and lay

panels fiat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATFACH STEERING WHEEL

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

1/4 Locknut 1/4 Hex

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 1/4 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

Lowel

Steering

Shaft

CHECK BA'n'ERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

=rminal

Termini

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 bolts are positioned over the

large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolts in slots 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 secur:ely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Sh ulder

Bolts

Flat Washer !

Adjustment Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion disengaged" position (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•k WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

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.

1 1.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

ACAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

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.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKESYSTEM

After you leam 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.

I/CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we

wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 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 widng. 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 leaming how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important

items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

,I Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe 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.

rI i,l

BA'FFERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

NHL

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

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

Ignition Switch Light Switch

Lift

Ammeter .... .. _ Lever

..... -, _., _Plunger

Throttle/Choke

Control Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal

Height

Jstment

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 I

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any I

adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a

wide vision safety mask worn over spectac es. |

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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

"Engaged" Position \ Ignition

Throttle/ _Key

Choke ,, ,_._-----_--"-_--L_/.

Control \"_,,_( //-,_i,AP,"_J Disengaged

__ Position

clutc /__ .

ParKing

ped -\ \ ..praKe.

_ f.,_ Motion Control

/_ _ .BrakeP_.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.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THRO'n'LE 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 CU'I-FING 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 ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See =TO ADJUST MOWER CUFFING

HEIGHT" in this section of manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side, installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

Gauge

Wheel

Mounting

Bracket\

3/8-11 ,_,_

Locknut \ \_J" Shoulder

JZBolt

Gauge Wheel

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.

_I, CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachemnt

=Engaged" High

Posi_on Position

Position

"Disen

Position Deflector

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

,tt

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move 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.

•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) MPR.

•To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

TransmlsslonEngaged

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 operation you should

change oil for easier starting ((See the

oil viscosity chart 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.

ACAUTION: 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.

ACAUTION: 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.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up 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 "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.)

PURGE TRANSMISSION

ACAUTION: Never engage or disengage

eewneel lever wni=e 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). 16

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 retum 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.

MOWING TIPS

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of

the tractor. This will result in a more

even distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

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)

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting alow enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine

(blade) speed as this will provide the

best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy 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.

F,LMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .,__ _"._"_/_._"

DATES

//// / /

Check T_re Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T interlock S'/sterns _1 _3

R Check for Loose Fasteners ills i# /

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

TLubrication Chart

0 Check Battery Level _4

RClean Battery and Terminals V'

JCheck Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts V'

Check Engine Oil Level _ If

Change EngineOil (withoilfilter) 11_1#

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) V'l.t if

a Clean Air Filler _V':

GClean Air Screen

IN Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester i/

EReplace Oil Filter (If equippeD) I_l.a

Clean Engine Cooilag Fins II_=

Replace Spark Plug _2 V'

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter _1'

1 - Change more often when c$)emltng under a heavy Iosd or

in high ambient temperatures,

2-SePlice mc_ often when operating in dirty or dusty condlt_ns.

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

4 - Not requfted ff equipped with maintenance-free battery.

5-13ghten front axle pivot bolt 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 will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level,

2. Check brake operation,

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper opera-

tion.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ Spindle _ _r_ O Spindle

Zerk_! _ :_Zerk

:--,, :: ::::::::

_Front Wheel.___-./ _-__Front Wheel

Beadng f_'_=======' I i'-_ Bearing Zerk

_Engine/_,. -_," _"_; J

(_)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 =TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or

insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

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 blade 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 blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly

Blade Center

I Hole

Flat Washer,

Lock Washer

Blade 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 agrinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced. /

Blade

Center /

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

19" 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. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING

BAI-rERY" 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°F. 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. _ghten 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 asuitable 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 _""_=_1._"

Cap __

Tube

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and tuming counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto to the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. 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.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

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

Cartddge Nut

Foam Pre- Cartridge

Cleaner _._..1 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.

Blower Housing

Screws

Dipstick Tube

Assembly

Oil Fill

Opening

Engine Cooling Fins

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clam_clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

_lb 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 to "STOP" 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 " "";°;'_"';'<_ ^ r

Arms o_, -- _qua e Hole

Pulley

--Front Link

Anti-Sway Bar

Collar

Housing

Guide

Retainer Springs

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--I-_"-'_GroundLine_'"'7_--A

on Arm

Lift Link Nut_

Adjustment

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

turns.

•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. The two front

links must remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

oo\\ .. oo_ I- Mandrel

-'o"1%

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut "_

Trunnion_

Front

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel

pulleys and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel

Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on

a level, dry concrete or paved surface,

then brake must be checked and ad-

justed.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission

disengaged" position. Pull freewheel

control out and into the slot and

release so it is held in the disengaged

position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor

forward. If the rear wheels rotate, the

brake needs to be adjusted or the pads

need to be replaced. 24

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down 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. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission

engaged" position.

5. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than five (5) feet in highest

_/Nut "A"

Operating /r_"'r_ A

Arm _Nut

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and

keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley.

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 "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Motion Control Lever Neutral

Lock Gate

Engine

Clutching

Idler

Stationan

Idler

Center S

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 holdlng 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. l]ghten 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

t. 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

Ring

Axle

Cover

Square Key _-_-,_ '

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'n'ERY

_I, WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate

explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and

smoking materials away from batteries.

Always wear eye protection when around

batteries.

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

should be recharged. (See "BA-FIERY" in the

MAINTENANCE section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a

12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be

a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor

battery to start other vehicles.

TO AFFACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

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

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

L"LWARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

Terminal

Cover

J Hex

Bolt

Positive Negative

(Red) (Black) Cable

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

\ \ __ottle 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, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fueVair mixture.

Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the

engine giving a richer fueVair mixture.

IMPORTANT; Damage to the needle valve

and the seat in carburetor may result if screw

is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SE-I-FING -

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 SE-I-I-ING -(See "TO ADJUST

THRO-I-ILE 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. Turn idle speed screw to attain

1750 RPM

3. While still holding throttle lever

against idle speed screw, turn idle

mixture valve full travel clockwise then

counterclockwise until engine runs

rough. Turn 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) 1/8 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

S_LTh rv°_le

Idle Mixture Valve _[_ ]

with Umiter

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.

BAI-rERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank 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.

ENGINEOIL

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

PROBLEM

Will not start 1.

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

CAUSE

Out of fuel.

Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

Engine flooded. 3.

Bad spark plug. 4.

Dirty air filter. 5.

Dirty fuel filter. 6.

Water in fuel. 7.

8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9.

lO.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).

1. Weak or dead battery. 1.

2. Corroded battery terminals. 2.

3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4.

1. Cutting too much grass/too .

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2.

CORRECTION

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 'q-o 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.

Recharge or replace battery.

Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

Adjust throttle control.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

Lorun when "

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

¢lutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

CAUSE CORRECTION

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water 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.

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 "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged 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.

11 .Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

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"

Switch is "OFF".

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

Faulty light switch.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Blown fuse.

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.

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.

i4.

Replace battery.

Check/clean all connec-

tions.

Replace regulator.

Replace alternator.

Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

Replace motion drive belt.

Purge transmission.

Engine throttle control not 1. Move throttle control to

set at "SLOW .... SLOW" position and allow

position for 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before

before stopping engine, stopping engine.

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

RED

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

WHITE

)a At(

IGNITION

SWITCH

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+AI NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START 3 +S + A1 NONE

FUSE

I j

CLUTCH /BRAKE

(PEDALUP)

BLACK

BLAC_

SOLENOID

(OPTIONAL)

Bt.ACK C_ IGNITION

' - - -FOE_L] UNIT

BLUE LINE tr

CHARGING SYSTEM cLqPUT

3 AMp DC O36(_ RPM

STARTER

BLACK

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH

r...... • (NOT OCCUPIED)

( _A_MEmDCU_r_.-'"_.......

GROUNDING

(CLUTDH OF:_-- J CONNECTOR

'_ SPARK

I(2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL ENGINES)

21_VC4.TS AC MIN. g3600 RPM

(CHARGING SYS_M DL_ECTEO)

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID RED _ E

(IF SO EQUIPPED) I UGHnNGSYSTEMO_TPUT _

ORANGE 5AMPAC@3600RPM DIODE i ALTERNATOR

--,4 VOLTSAC=,NO_o_ _ (LIG_TS_F)

NOTE

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM,

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 163465

2 74760412

8 176689

16 176138

21 175688

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 175158

27 73510400

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 175566

33 140403

40 179720

41 71110408

42 131563

43 178861

45 121433X

52 141940

90 180449

DESCRIPTION

Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp

Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

Box, Battery Fender

Switch, lntedock

Harness, Ught Socket (Includes 4152J)

Bulb, Light

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

Fuse, 20 Amp

Nut Keps Hexl/4-20 Unc

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"

Switch, Plunger NC Gray

Switch, Ignition

Key, Ignition

Harness, Ignition

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2

Cover, Terminal, Red

Solenoid

Ammeter Rectangular

Protection Wire Loop

CoverTerminal Battery

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.271760

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

166

208.

_/5 58

208

3 14

38 4

208

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis Stamping

2 176554 Drawbar

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

5 155272 BumperHood]Dash

9168337X013 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

11 1749<36 Panel, Dash, L.H.

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

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

17 174330X558 HoodAssembly

26 STD541437 Nut

28 175049 Grille Lens Asm

29 174332X599 Lens, Gdlle

30 175692X558 Fend/Ftrast Pnt STLT

31 139976 Bracket, Fender Support

37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-1B x 1/2 Tyt

38 175710 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

39 174714 Bracket, Pivot

58 150127 Duct Air Engine P/L LT

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

64 154798 Dash LowerSTLT

74 73680600 NutCrownlock3/8-16 UNC

142 175702 PlateReinfomement STLT

143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Pnt FootrestSTLT

145 156524 Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood

159 155123X428 Cupholder

161 164655 BumperHood

166 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi Lo#13-16 x 3/4

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16 -18 "l-r

207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYTT

208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

- - 5479J Plug, Button

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

GROUND DRIVE

96 1

212

7O 116

/_32

252

252 25

74 75

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1...... Transaxle(See Breakdown) 75

Peedess LTH2000 76

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 77

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x I CAD 78

14 10040400 Washer Leek Hvy Helical 81

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 82

19 STD541437 NutLeekHexW,_/sh 3/8-16Unc 83

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 85

22 178141 Rod, Brake 89

24 73350600 NUt, Hex Jam 3/6-16 Uric 90

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 95

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 96

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 116

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 120

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 145

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 150

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 151

35 120183X Beadng, Nylon 156

36 19211616 Washer 158

37 1572H Pin, Roll 159

38 179114 Pulley,Composite 161

39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 3 162

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 163

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 164

48 154407 Bellcrank,Clutch 165

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 166

50 72110612 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5 168

51 S'rD541437 NutCrownlock 3/6-16UNC 169

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 197

53 105710X Link, Clutch 198

55 105709X Spdng, Return, Clutch 202

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 212

57 178138 V-Belt 245

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 246

61 17120614 Screw 3/6-16 x .875 247

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 250

63 175410 - Pulley, Engine 251

64 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 252

65 STD551143 Washer

66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine

74 137057 Spacer

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x16 Gauge

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square

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

165586 ShaftAsm Cross Tapered

165711 SpringTorsion

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

150360 Nut LockCenter 1/4-28 FNTHD

164890X428 Console, Shift

124346x

178134

4497H

72140608

7390O6O0

74490544

175456

19133210

166002

165589

165494

72140406

7368O4OO

74780416

19091010

165623

166880

165492

16558O

169613

169593

72110614

145212

178122

178121

181462

17060612

17060516

19131616

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

DisconnectAsm Rod Bypas LTH

Retainer Spdng1"Zinc'Cad

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr5

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16tD x 1.125

Bracket ShiftMount

HubTapered Range Shift Lt

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

NutCrownlock1/4-20 Uric

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5

Washer 5/8 x .251 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x.561

Plate Fastening

Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd

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

Nut Hex Flange Leek

Strap Torque Lh LTH2000

Strap Torque Rh LTH200O

Link Shift Transaxle LTH200O

Screw. 3/8-16 x 3/4

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.271760

STEERINGASSEMBLY

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 SteedngWheel

2 175131 Axle Assembly

3 169840 SpindleAssembly, L.H.

4169839 SpindleAssembly,R.H.

5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1_5/8x 16 Gauge

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

8 12000029 Ring,Klip

9 3366R Beadng, SteedngColumn

10 175121 Draglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf

13 136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hex6ange Lock

17 180641 Shaft Assembly, Steering

26 126847X Bushing,Unk, Drag

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

29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

30 STDr-J51210 Pin

32 130465 Rod.Tie

36 155099 Bushing,Steering

37 162927 Screw

38 139769 Insert,Steering Wheel

39 19183812 Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/80B 12 Ga.

40 S_1537 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

41 100711L Adaptor,SteeringWheel

42 145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft

43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x16 Gauge

44 180640 Extension Shaft Steering

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 183226 Fitting,Grease

51 73540400 NutCrewnlock 1/4-28

54 71130420 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 Unf x 1-1/4 Gr. 8

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 SteeringAsm

B2 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastner Christmas Tree

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

91 175553 Clip Steering

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

ENGINE

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170545

2 17720408

3.......

4 137352

13 165291

14 148456

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

31 10920P.X

32 158990

33 126487X

37 137040

38 148315

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 1O04O5OO

72 71070512

78 17060620

81 73510400

Control,Throttle

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2

Engine (See Breakdown)B&S ModelNo. 31H777-0228-E1

Muffler

Gasket B&S

Tube Drain Oil Easy

Washer

Shield BrrdDbr Guard

Arrestor, Spark

Tank. Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented

Clamp, Hose

Line, Fuel

Plug, Drain Oil Easy

Bushing,Snap, Fuel Line

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

Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Washer Lock HVY HLCL SPR 5/16

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x3/4

Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 SMGML TAP/R

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgk,en inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

SEAT ASSEMBLY

17 12

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 18o597

2 180166

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145o06

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 180186

11 166369

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot, Fender

Bolt

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge

Clip, Push-In Hinged

Nut

Spring, Seat

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

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

Pan, Seat

Knob Seat

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting

13 121248X Bushing, Snap

14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1ol/2

15 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88

16 121250)( Spring

17 123976)( Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

22 STD541431 Nut

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

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S.

inches 1inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

DECALS

4 13 16 2O

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156811

2 183794

3 177278

4 177279

5 183831

6 133644

7 177253

8172331

9163204

10 156439

11 179128

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. Instr.

Decal, HP Engine

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, L.H.

Decal HoodReplacement

Decal, CustomerMaintenance

Decal, HoodSide

Decal, Deck

Decal, Fender,Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Deck B 42"

KEY

NO. PART

NO.

12 146046

13 183827

14 160396

16 138047

20 149516

- - 178392

138311

165800X428

165799X428

183842

183843

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, Lower Dash

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Battery Diehard

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Chassis Disconnect

LTH2000

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

3,9

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106222_X Tire, Front

4 59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

5 106732X624 Rim,Front

6 278H Fitting,Grease (FrontWheel Only)

7 9040H Bearing, Flange(FrontWheel

Only)

81o6108X624 Rim, Rear

9 122082X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, RearTire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

11 104757X428 Cap, Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All componentdimensions given inU.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

LIFT ASSEMBLY

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Uft Lever Inner Wire Assembly

2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

412000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21132 x 1 x21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing, Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger,Bed

11 139865 Unk, Uft, L.H.

12 139866 Unk, Uft, R.H.

13 STD624008 RetainerSpdng

15 173288 Unk, Front

16 73350800 Nut, He;<,Jam 1/2-13 UNC

17 175689 Trunnion

18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt, Uft

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

MOWER DECK

; 142

;147

106 _-_ 102 103 105

lo2t

19F 21

18 114 . I

115_

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly,42" 67 149846

2 STD533t07 Bolt 68 144959

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 92 73800600

Front 101 136420

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 102 71081010

5 STD624008 RetainerSpdng 103 19061216

6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 104 STD551110

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 105 160793

9 S'rD551137 Washer, Lock 106 2029J

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 111 179292

11 134149 Blade,Mulching 112 179293

13 137645 ShaftAssembly, Mandrel, Vented 113 17060510

14 128774 Housing,Mandrel,Ventod 114 STD541431

15 110485X Bearing,Bail, Mandrel 115 72110505

16 174493 Stripper, Mower Deck 116 4898H

18 72140505 Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 117 165746

19 132827 Belt, Shoulder 118 73930600

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 119 STD551037

21 STD541431 NutCrownlock5/16-18UNC 129 19131312

23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 130 STD523710

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 131 STD533710

25 123713)( Spring, Torsion, Deflector 142 165890

26 110452X Nut, Push 143 157109

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector 144 158634

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 145 165888

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 146 171977

30 173984 ScrewThdrot 147 131335

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 148 169022

32 153535 Pulley,Mandrel 149 165898

33 178342 Nut, Toplock,Flangod 150 19091216

34 S_17 Bolt 151 169670

36 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 152 169676

37 s'rD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 153 169674

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/8-16UNC 154 169675

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 155 169671

45 S'rD624003 Retainer 156 169672

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 157 169669

48 133944 Washer, Hardened 158 17720408

49 174284 RollerAssembly,Cam Follcwer 159 72140614

50 131340 "Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Gr. 5 - o130794

51 STD541410 Locknut

52 139888 Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 ArmAssembly, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardened - - 169583

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guard, TUV Idler

DESCRIPTION

KnobCustomOval

V-Belt

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

MulcherCover

Screw Pan Hd Phillips10-24 x 5/8

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw Taping 3/8-16 x .625

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Unc

Bolt,Cardage 5/16-18 x5/8

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc xl Gr. 5

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNCx 1

Arm SpringBrakeMower

Bracket Arm Idler42"

Keeper Belt42" Clutch Cable

Pulley IdlerFlat

BoltCarriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring ReturnIdler

RetainerSpringYellow 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 RetentionLever

Spacer

RodClutch

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

BoltRdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1- 3/4

Mandrel Assembly(Includes

Housing, Shaft, and Shaft

Hardware Only- Pulley Not

Included)

ReplacementMower,Complete

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U.S.inches

tinch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE --MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 772151 Cover L.H. 70 786196 Spacer .625 .765

3 770135 Case 79 792201 Spring

6 776356 Counter Shaft 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug

6 778263 Spur Gear 11T 87 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

9 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572) 99 792141 Washer .3771D .058W

13 778366 Bevel Gear (Incl. 14) (13 100 792200 Snubber Washer

Teeth) 101 792199 Snubber Spring .471D

14 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 13) (13 102 792184 Washer .43710 .078W

Teeth) 103 792193 Screw, 1/4-28 x .490

15 778373 Ring Gear (54 Teeth) 104 792198 Nut, 3/8-24

17 786139 Drive Pin 105 780096 Washer .625 ID .057W

22 792194 Spring 106 786162 Sleeve Assembly.

23 792195 Washer .750 ID 107 792046 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1

25 792073A Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 109 788104 "O" Ring

26 792125 Retaining Ring 113 786199 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 157)

28 792035 Retaining Ring 114 786200 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 87)

29 780065 Washer .627 ID .091W 115 786198 Sleeve Assembly (Incl. 87)

31 780189 Washer .563 ID .062W 127 784384 Shift Lever Ass'y (Incl. 109)

36 790071 Brake Disk 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicon

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 157 788102 Oil Seal 9/16"1D

38 799021 Brake Pad 180 730229 BOil Spec. (80W90)

40 792204 Roll Pin .25 182 788103 Grommet

41 790102 Brake Lever 183 792118 Relief Valve

42 792202 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 184 792196 Hose Barb

42A 792203 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 185 798050 Tubing 1/2 x 5

43 792171 Screw, 10-24 x .500 190 792150 Washer

44A 790100 Inside Brake (Mash) 191 792151 Nut 7/16-20

44B 790099 Outside Brake (Casting) 200 794787 Differential (Gear Reduction

45 790101 Actuator Rod Drive)

47 774869 Axle 16.812 203 798044 Pulley & Hub Ass'y

48 774688 Axle 11.625 206 798055 Disconnect Lever

49 778378 Spur Gear 18T 207 798053 Mounting Plate

56 778379 Spur Gear 81T 208 798040 Fan

65 780195 Washer .7501D .062W 209 798054 Control Lever

67 776440 Brakeshaft 210 794788 Hydro Module LH Fender

Control

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

1264I_

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

524 _8420

943O

1266 0

126_

146PI I

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1058 OWNER'S MANUAL

I 1036 EMISSION LABEL I

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750& A

31H777-O228-E 1

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

1022

914

238_

1022

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

617 01022

267%

1119_

31H777_)228-E 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

!95_'

,oo_/_ _----

137 @

276 (_ 947 _]_

950 L.J

108A _

634A_

2,0,_

4311 1266A O

1266 0 _

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

_104 _127_ 231" 987_

51 276 I_

93_ lo6_ _ 634_ 1266

31H777_)228-E 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271760

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

30SA_

643 1265

803_ 310_

579 • 503

802

801A (_

544A

803A

1_ 311A

NOTE: Fc_ Replacement Starter Motor.

See Reference 309,

31H777_)228-E l

729

697 _

31H777-O228-E1

74 _1_

7s _

1070

1o 1&

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BRIGGS & STRA'R'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0228-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

697174 Cylinder Assembly 108 690464

399265 K=t-Bushing]Seal (Magneto 108A 692344

Side) 117 694352

391086 °Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 118 692411

697188 Sump-Engine 121 697241

690188 Head-Cylinder 125 697190

692410 o+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 127 695005

697109 •Gasket-Breather 130 691750

697157 Screw (Breather Assembly) 131 494379

697113 Tube-Breather 133 494381

697110 °Gasket-Crankcase 137

690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 141

690946 Plug-Oil Drain

697127 Crankshaft 141A 495931

690947 •Seal-Oil (PTO Side)a

692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover/ 142 697140

Sump) 146 691639

693557 Flywheel 186 692317

222698 Key-Flywheel 187 691050

697552 Piston Assembly (Standard)

697555 Piston Assembly (.010" 188 691693

Oversize) 192 691986

697556 Piston Assembly (.020" 202 691841

Oversize) 209 692208

697557 Piston Assembly (.030" 216 691840

Oversize) 222 694042

697553 Ring Set (Standard) 227 691374

697558 Ring Set (.010" Oversize) 231 891636

697559 Ring Set (.020" Oversize) 232 691842

697560 Ring Set (.030" Oversize) 238 691843

697100 Lock-Piston Pin 240 298090

697099 Pin-Piston 265 691024

697126 Rod-Connocting (Standard)

697263 Rod-Connecting (.020"

Undersize)

692852 Screw (Connecting Rod)

495856 Valve-Exhaust

495857 Valve-Intake

691279 Spring-Valve (Intake)

691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

697108 Guard-Flywheel

691752 Retainer-Valve

691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil

690564 Tappet-Valve

693450 Camshaft

697762 Short Block (31H777-0202-

E2 Replacement

Engine transfer Muffler and

Spark Arrestor)

50 690193 Manifold-Intake

51 692137 "_:1:+ Gasket-Intake

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor)

54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold)

73 697133 Screen-Rotating

74 697897 Screw (Rotating Screen)

75 690582 Washer (Rywheel)

78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard)

89 690283 Plug-Oil

93 690602 OBushing-Throttle Shaft

94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture

95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve)

98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed

104 690525 OPin-Float Hinge

105 231855 _Valve-Float Needle

106 690577 (_ Seat-Inlet

Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic)

Q Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Carburetor

Plug-Welch

Valve-Throttle

Kit-Throttle Shaft

Float-Carburetor

281165 9:1: Gasket-Float Bowl

495097 Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual

Choke)

Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A

Matic)

Q Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing

Connector-Hose

Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

Screw (Control Bracket)

Adjuster-Rocker Arm

Link-Mechanical Governor

Spring-Governor

Link-Choke

Bracket-Control

Lever-Governor Control

Screw (Choke Valve)

Spring-Governor

Cap-Valve

Filler-Fuel

Clamp-Casing

267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

276 692255 O:1: Washer-Sealing

304 697783 Housing-Blower

305 697102 Screw (Blower Housing)

305A 697103 Screw (Blower Housing)

306 697107 Shield-Cylinder

307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

309 693551 Motor-Starter

309A Motor-Starter (For Replace-

ment Starter Motor,

See Reference 309)

310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor)

311 497608 Brush Set

311A 395538 Brush Set

333 495859 Armature-Magneto

334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature)

337 691043 Plug-Spark

358 697191 Gasket Set-Engine

363 19203 Flywheel Puller

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358

O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121

:1: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. 977

+ 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 917.271760

BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER31H777,TYPENUMBER0228-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank)

431 697122 Elbow-Intake

445 697634 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge

462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable)

474 696459 Alternator

503 691532 Strap-Starter

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever)

510 693699 Drive-Starter

510A 497606 Drive-Starter

513 692024 Clutch-Drive

523 697086 Dipstick

524 691032 • Seal-Dipstick Tube

525 697184 Tube-D=pstick

544 692034 Starter-Armature

544A 390837 Starter-Armature

552 697144 Bushing-Governor Crank

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever)

579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable)

584 697112 Cover-Breather Passage

601 95162 Clamp-Hose

614 691620 Pin-Cotter

616 692012 Crank-Governor

617 692138 ID •SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold)

634 690801 2_ Spring/Sea|Assembly

(Manual Choke)

634A 690802 _1 Spdng/Seal Assembly

(Choke A Matic)

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug

643 697417 Retainer-Air Filter

654 690958 Nut (Carburetor)

691 692407 • Seal-Governor Shaft

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap)

718 690959 Pin-Locating

729 691224 Clip-Wire

741 697128 Gear-Timing

750 691033 Screw (Oil Pump Cover)

757 697607 Link-Counterweight

758 697134 Counterweight

759 697392 Pin-Counterweight

783 693713 Gear-Pinion

763A 693059 Gear-Pinion

789 695050 Harness-Wiring

797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)

601 691283 Cap-Drive

801A 394856 Cap-Drive

802 691286 Cap-End

802A 395537 Cap-End

803 693757 Housing-Starter

803A 398159 Housing-Starter

830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm)

842 691031 °SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube)

847 697611 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

868 690968 o+ Seal-Valve

876 495877 Kit-Pinion Spring

896 691641 Pin-Drive Retainer

914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

943 690589 • Sea|-O Ring (Oil Pump

Cover)

947 694393 Solenoid-Fuel

950 691657 Screw (,Float Bowl)

965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump

967 697015 Filter-Pro Cleaner

968 697446 Cover-Air Cleaner

975 495933 Bowl-Float

977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor

987 691326 0 Seal-Throttle Shaft

1005 697111 Far_-Flywheel

1017 690770 Screen-Oil Pump

1019 697143 Kit-Label

1022 272475 -+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

1023 692492 Cover-Rocker Arm

1024 499054 Pump-Oil

1026 692003 Rod-Push (Intake)

692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

1027 492932 Filter-Oil

1029 691751 Arm-Rocker

1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod

1035 693784 Shaft-Pump

1036 695700 Label-Emission

1044 691658 Screw (Flywheel)

1051 691265 Ring-Retaining

1058 275038 Owner's Manual

1070 690372 Screw (Flywheel Fan)

1093 691626 Nut (Starter Terminal)

1083A690958 Nut (Starter Terminal)

1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

1091 691333 Cap-Limiter

1095 690190 Gasket Set-Valve

1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)

1263 697124 Reed-Breather

1264 697104 Screw (Breather Reed)

1265 697125 Support-Blower Housing

1266 691917 olZl SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)

1266A697123 _SeaI-O Ring(Intake Elbow)

1267 697662 Latch-Blower Housing

1270 697156 Plug-AVS Counterweight

1279 690960 Screw (Blower Housing

Support)

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.

358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.

No. 121

:1: Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.

No. 977

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

.Opt" _.

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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