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Owner's Manual

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LAWN TRACTOR

20.0 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.271920

I I_ This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

Visitour Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.com/craftsman

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Service and Adjustments.................... 23

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 pads 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 pads for the

two fullyears. 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 authorizadSears Iocat on. For the nearest authorized

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

product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

•to 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,

thoms, stumps, or glass.

iRepairs necessary because of operator abuse, includin_ 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-speedin_ the engine.

Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, includmg 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 commemial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BA'n'ERY

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

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

battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. 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!!I YOUR behind before and while backing.

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 specificationsof 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 aslope, is

dangerous. "13rescan lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessodes contain lead

and lead compounds, chemicals known

to the State of Califomia to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions,to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which couldbe picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

Stop engine before removinggrass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

Do not operate the machine while under

the influenceof alcohol or drugs.

Watch for trafficwhen operatingnear or

crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unload-

ingthe 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 abilityto operate the riding

mower safely enough to protectthem-

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 bum. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are amajor factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

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

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs,etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overtum the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tionsfor wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Usa extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityof 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 awheel is over the

edge of a cliffor ditch,or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

tractioncould cause sliding.

•Do not tryto stabilize the machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV, SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

•DO not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 3.5 Gallons

Capacity Unleaded

and Type: Regular

OilType SAE 30 (Above 32°F)

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

(Below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: 3.75 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .030")

Ground Speed Forward: 5.5

(MPH): Reverse: 2.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging 3 Amps Battery

System: 5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp/Hr. 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: UIR

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 properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under _Mainte-

nanca" and "Storage* sections of this

owner's manual.

_IWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an intemal 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 arrestar 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 taws.

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).

QSteering Wheel

Steering

Wheel

Adapter

Steering

Sleeve

Steering

Extension

Shaft

Steedng

Wheel

insert @

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

(1) Large Flat

Washer

(1) Locknut 1/4-28

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4

Seat

(1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

Video Cassette Keys

<__ (2) Keys

_) Oil Drain Tube

or Future Use

Slope Sheet

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

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge

Whenrightor left handis mentionedin

thismanual,it means,from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

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 Insert

ASSEMBLY __/_/2 Hex Nut

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need _ _._..... LargeFlat

are listed below. _asher

Sf_.\', _\

Steering _...._'_ / /

Wh.f Steedng

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 comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

Tabs

Adapter Extension

/Shaft

114 Locknut _ _" 114Hex

Lower ,

Steedng _'-. _ \" ]

Shaft _.. ---_'2_-"

.1,,_'_Tab

"':,:_ _' Slots

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 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.

6. Assemble large fiat washer, 112 hex

nut and tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steedng 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.

CHECK BATTERY

I. Liftseat pan to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See 'BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

..- ,- •- Label

.• --?;:

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 bolls 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 securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Adjustment Knol

Shoulder Bolts

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Followthe appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake 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)

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.

11 .Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If prevlously 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

CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO 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 BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

propody adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

_CHECKMST

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 propedy 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 propedy leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure

they are routed propedy around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

•/ Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in =transmission

engaged* position (see "TO TRANS-

PORT" in the Operation section of this

manual).

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

•/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank Is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls- their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

•/ It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See

"TO START ENGINE" and =PURGE

TRANSMISSION" 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.

BATI'ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

@ @ @i k___--

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE UGHTS ON OVE_.MP I

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKINGBRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

A'FI"ACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKINGBRAKE

CLUTCHENGAGED

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 controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Attachment Ignition

Clutch Lever Switch

Switch

Position

Ammeter ""--. Lift

Choke Control Plunger

•Attachment

Throttle Control Lift Lever

Clutch/

Brake Pedal Height

tAdjustment

Indicator

FmeWheel

Control

-F"

Approx.

Speed:

3MPH-"

2MPH_

1MPH

g Brake Lever

_°ti_rn,

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•

CHOKE CONTROL -Used when starting

a cold engine.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL -

Disengagages transmission for pushing

or slowly towing the tractor with the

engine off.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a

wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USEYOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the

way down and hold.

2. Pull lever up and

parking brake

release pressure from clutch/brake

pedal. Pedal should remain in brake

_ooSition. Make sure parking brake will

Id tractor secure.

Choke

Throttle Control

Control

Attachment Clutch Lever

Position

Clutch/ Motion Control

Pedal

Brake

"Disengaged" =Brake" =Engaged"

Position 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 to allow 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 conditionswhen

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause _browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

ACAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

•To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK-

WARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever

in neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng 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.

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Attachemnt

Clutch

=Engaged" _ High

Position Position

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 =TOADJUST MOWER CUTTING

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 _ "_,_ _

Whee,

Mounting.-_ ( _=_i_" -

Bracket_._ __

3/8-16_--------_) _/\\

Locknut _'_T,_:_ _ _J

_-_--_-v,'_'_ _-J Shoulder

3/8 Washer / ._,_JBolt

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.

Deflector

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

hA...CAt_TIQN: Do not.drive uo or down

ills with slopes greater tharl 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) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

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 ATrACH-

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 afew seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, add oil until =FULL" mark on

dipstickis reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting((See the

oil viscositychart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler

neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline with a

minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead

oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

_,CAUTION: Wipe offany 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 untilthe 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 startingthe engineforthe firsttime orif

the enginehas runoutoffuel,itwilltake extra

crankin_timeto movefuelfrom thetankto

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 controlto fast position

6. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Beforestarting,readthe warm and

coldstartingproceduresbelow.

7. Insert key into ignitionand 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, push choke control in, wait a

few minutes and try again. If engine

still does not start, pull the choke

control out and retry.

WARMWEATHERSTARTING(50° Fand

above)

8. Whenenginestarts,slowly push

chokecontrolin until the engine

beginsto runsmoothly.If theengine

startsto runroughly,pullthechoke

controloutslightlyfor afew seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

•The attachmentsand grounddrive can

now be used. If the engine does not accept

theload, restartthe engineand allowitto

warm upforone minuteusingthechoke

as describedabove.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

below)

8. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for afew seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION 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 be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transm=ss!onhas been warmed up and

may raqu=rathe choke control be

pulled out slightly.

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

r_eCA.UTION: Never engage or disengage

ewneel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractorfor the firsttime. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shippingof your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replacement,

it should be purged after ralnstallation

before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in =transmission

disengaged* position (See =TO

TRANSPORT'* in this section of

manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position.With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

4. Move motion control lever to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this step there will be no

movement of drive wheels. The air is being

removed from hydraulicdrive 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 =TOTRANS-

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 disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

8. Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly

move motion control lever to reverse

position.After the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N)

position. Repeat this procedure with

the motion control lever three (3)

times.

Your transmission is now purged and

ready for normal operation.

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. Atter one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extreme]y tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as welt 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.

ax 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.

.A. rE.ANCSSC.SOU.E

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Replace Fuel Rlter

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kt h_ m_blent tempe_stuma.

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4 - Not requbed If equ_oped.wlich_hoe battery.

5. Tlghten fro_ rode phiotbolt to 35 _.-Ibs. maxlmum.

DO not ovemghten.

GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractor does not

cover items that have been subjectedto

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain tractoras instructedin this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodicallyto propedy maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustmentssection 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

intedock systems for proper opera-

tion.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Spindle

Zerk t';'_

(_Front Wheel ,-

Beadng _

Zerk

•-i-i°

_Engme

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(_ pindle

Ze_

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(D General PurposeGrease

(_)REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE"SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

_ivot points which have special nylon

eadngs. Viscous lubricantswill attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricatin_ bearings. If you feel

they must be lubncated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

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 fiat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel

Assembly

Trailing

Flat

Lock

Washer_

Blade Bolt

(Grade _8)*

Hole

*A Grade 8 Heat Treated Bolt Can Be

Identified By Six Unes On The Bolt Head

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade -but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancar. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" Bolt or Pil Blade

BA'I-rERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficientfor normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BA'I-I'ERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to =leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING

BATTERY' in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

TR._r_..E COOLING

The transmissionfan and coolingfins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission

while engine is running or while the

transmissionis hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pressure

water or steam to clean transaxle.

•Inspect coolingfan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

•Inspect coolingfins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure sprayer

to clean cooling tins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the lifeof the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact a Sears or other qua,tied service

center.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deteriorationand wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are notadjustable.

Replace belts ifthey begin to slipfrom

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classificationSF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosityoils (5W30,

10W30 etc.) improve startingin cold

weather, these multi-viscosityoils will

result in increased oil consumptionwhen

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 ifthe

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. "13ghtenoilfill cap/

dipsticksecurely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto

the fitting. Oil Drain Valve

Closed an_

Locked

Pos_on Drain

Yellow Tube

Cap _ __

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning countemlockwise.

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 the and of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity sea

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep

oil at =FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten

cap onto the tube securely when

finished.

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 cartddge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

4. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pra-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure with knobs.

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.

Knobs_

Cove_r_ridge

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubbom dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

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-

tot, replacement is required.

I. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

ClamP_clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

ilean engine, battery, seat, finish etc.

of all foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

WARNING:TOAVOIDSERIOUSINJURY,BEFOREPERFORMINGANY

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

dght 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 spdng, and lift

clutch spdng 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 spdngs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: if an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its

highest position,

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to dght side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer spdngs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with

retainer spdngs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer

spring.

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

8. Install belt onto engine pulley.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires arepropedy 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.

.P,

siod .... "

Suspen ;,

Arms ,._ Hole

Engine Pulley

Retainer

Anti-Sway

Collar_

Housing

Large

Retainer

Spdng Bracket

Front Link

Retainer Springs

Sides)

Shield

•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 adjusting.

Bottom edge of _Bottom edge of

mower to ___ mower to

gr°und ",_._.__..._L,,/gr°und

A--t-T-' around V-]T-A

i i on

Arm

Lift Unk

Adjustment Nu_

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that the front is approximately 118" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on dght side of tractor.

Measure distance =D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

•Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

tums.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut =_ 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.

*__ Mandrel

Both Front Unks Should be Equal in Length

Nut ._Nut "E"

Trunnion __

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 ADJUST BRAKE

Yourtractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

side ofthe transaxle.

If tractorrequires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highest gear on a level dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A"on brake

rod.

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

jam nut and tum nut "A" untildistance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A'.

4. Road test tractorfor proper stopping

distanceas stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highestgear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Jam Nut

Nut "A"

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake

adjustmentis necessarycontacta Sears or

otherqualifiedservicecenter.

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 and over

cooling fan blades.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down around

transmission cooling fan and onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine

pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keep-

ers.

6. Install mower (See "IO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Engine Pulley --

Clutching Idler

Stationary Idler--

Center Span

Keeper

Transmission

Input Pulley-------'-

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightlytighten.

2. Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that

position and turn engine off.

4. While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the

neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control

Lever Lock

G_e

'l 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. "13ghtensecurely.

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

servicecenter.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key -Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover. 26

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. "lira sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Axle

Cover

Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

4NkWARNING: Lead-ackJ batteries generate

explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and

smoking materials away from batteries.

Always wear eye protection when around

batteries.

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

shouldbe recharged.(See"BATTERY"inthe

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 A'I-rACH 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

_,WARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

4. Install new battery with terminals in

same positionas old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood. Hex Bolt

Keps

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged widng may cause your

tractor to run poorly,stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check widng. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-infuse. 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

Cortnector

(Red)

:_ Cable

Terminal gaUve (Black)

Guard 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.

ENGINE

Maintenance,repair,or replacementofthe

emissioncontroldevicesand systems,which

are beingdone at the customersexpense,

may be performedby any non-roadengine

repairestablishmentor individual.Wananty

repairsmust be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer'sservice out,eL

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 to fast position.

2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and

pull cable back until swivel is against

stop. Tighten cable clamp screw

securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke 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 choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Loosen knob and remove cover

assembly from air cleaner.

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate propedy due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor to an authorized service center for

repair and/or adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust -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-govemed high speed needs

adjusting, contacta Sears or otherqualified

servicecenter,,which has proper equip-

ment and expedence to make any

necessary adjustments.

Swivel Clamp

Screw

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.

_1, CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

aperiod of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING _

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement Instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•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. 29

Also, alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)

can attract moisture which leads to

separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cyUnder(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 protectionfrom dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and 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

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

CAUSE CORRECTION

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.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment,

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Fillfuel 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.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10.Contact aSears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air tilter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

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

fast, reduce speed.

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section In manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Loss of power

(continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine contlnues

to run when

operator leaves

seat wlth

attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

CAUSE CORRECTION

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/didy oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

lO.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12.Didy/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.

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

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 widng.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged pads.

.Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not 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.

1. Remove obstruction.

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART:

See appropriate section In manual unless directed to Sears

)ROBLEM

_lower blades will

lot rotate (con't)

_oor grass

_lscharge

CAUSE

service center

2. Wom/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 Ure air pressure.

6. Wom, 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.

3attery will not 1.

;harge 2.

Loss of drive 1.

Engine"backfires" 1.

•hen turning

engine

"OFF"

Switch is "OFF".

Bulb(s)orlamp(s)burnedout.

Faulty light switch.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

Faulty altemator.

Freewheel control in

=disengaged" position.

Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

Air trapped in transmission

during, shipment or

servlclng.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

_4. Contact aSears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

=FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11 .Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Turn switch "ON".

Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

Check/replace light switch.

Check wiring and connec-

tions.

Replace fuse.

Replace battery.

Check/clean all connec-

tions.

Replace regulator.

Replace alternator.

Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

Replace motion drive belt.

Purge transmission.

.Move throttle control to

=SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

SCHEMATIC

- Ltltt

BATrERY

AMMETER FUSE

iiI

CLUTCH IBRAKE

)G At( (PEDALUP)

IGNITION

SWffCH

IGNITION SWITCH

SOLENOID

A•

VSPARK •

m._c_ IGNmON GAP _-'-_

UNIT "rWl_ CYL. ENGINES) •

I(2 PLUGSON

L _ .........

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID "_"_ i i

(IF SO EQUIPPED) J

O_UU_OE

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATrERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE UGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE UGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED ClipS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 176138 Switch Interlock

21 175688 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

22 4152J Light Bulb

24 4799J Cable, Battery

25 146148 Cable, Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

2B 145491 Cable, Ground

29 121305X Switch, Seat

30 175566 Switch, Ignition

33 14040_ Key, Molded

40 179720 Harness, Ignition

41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hox 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

42 131563 Cover,Terminal

43 178861 Solenoid

45 t21433X Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp

52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop (Hour Meter)

55 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions givenin U.S_inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

2O8

219

13 o

2O8

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 D_wbm

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

5155272 BumperHood/Dash

9 168337X013 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt,Ca_iage 3/8-16xl

11 174996 Panel, Dash, I.H

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, RH

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 1/2

17 174330X558 HoodAssembly

18 1269_8X Bumber Hood

20 180679 Plate MIg Battery Fuel Tank

23 124028X Bushing,Snap, Nylon, Fuel Line

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

26 STD541437 Locknut, He)(, with Insert 3/6-16 UNC

28 175049 Gdlla/LensAsm.

29 174332X599 Lens, Gdlle

30 175692X558 Fender/Footrest

31 139976 Bracket, Fender/Support

37 17490508 Screw, Thdrel. 5/16-18 x 1/2 T'YT

38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear

39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser Lt

58 174930 Air Duct

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

64 154798 DashLowerSTLT

74 $1"D541437 Nut Crewnlock3/6-16 UNC

142 175702 Plate ReinforcementSTLT

143 154966 BracketSwaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket FootrestSTLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

159 155123X428 Cupholder

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

206 170165 BoltShoulder5/16-18i-r

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

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

212 175143 Insert, Lens

219 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

--5479J Plug Button

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

GROUNDDRIVE

32 3O

16_ 52

62 120"_

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1...... Trensaxle (See Breakdown) 70 134683

HydroGr 314-0510 71 169183

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 73 169182

10 _1210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 74 137057

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 75 121749X

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5 76

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc 77

19 s'nto41437 NutLockHexW/Wsh 3/8-16Unc 78

21 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 81

22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 8_

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 83

25 106888X Spdng,Brake Rod 84

26 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 Ga. 89

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 90 124346X

28 175765 Rod, ParkingBrake 95 1_1

29 71673 Cap, ParkingBrake 96 4497H

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 116 72140608

3_ 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 120 73900600

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 150 175456

35 120183X Beadng,Nylon 151 19133210

36 19211616 Washer 156 166002

37 1572H Pin, Roll 158 165589

38 179114 Pulley, Composite, Flat 159 165494

39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 161 72140406

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 162 73680400

47 127783 Pulley, Idler,V-Groove 163 74780416

48 154407 Ballcmnk, Clutch 164 19091010

49 123L_OSX Retainer, Belt 165 165623

50 STD523715 BoltHexHd3/8-16x1-1i2 166 166880

51 STITo41437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 168 165492

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 169 165580

53 105710X Link, Clutch 197 169613

55 105709X Spring, Return,Clutch 198 169593

56 17060620 Screw 3/6-16 x 1.04 199 169612

57 140294 V-Belt 200 72140508

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 20_ 72110614

61 17120614 Screw. 3/6-16x.875 212 145212

62 8883R Cover,Pedal 250 17060612

63 175410 Pulley, Engine

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

65 S'fITo51143 Washer

66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

DESCRIPTION

Keeper Belt Engine

Strap Torque LhHydro

StrapTorque Rh Hydro

Spacer

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

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square

121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/9 x 16 Gauge

165596 Shaft AsmCross Tapered

165711 SpdngTorsion

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

16_594 LinkTmnsaxle

1648g0x428 Console, Shift

Nut Self:n_l Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

Control Bypass Hydro20" Tires

Retainer Spdng1• Zinc/Cad

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/6-16 x1.25

Nut Lock Fig3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13i32x2x 1OGa.

Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1,125

Bracket ShiftMount

Hub Tapered Range Shift Lt

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

Nut Crownlock11420 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 114-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Belt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening

Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D

Washer Ny1718ID x .105" Hyd

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18UNC

Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18UNC x 1

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

Nut Hex Rg. Lock

Screw 3/8-16 x.75

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 Steedng Wheel

2 175131 FrontAxle Assernbly

3 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH.

4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

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

8 1_ Ring, Klip

9 3366R Beadng, StasringColumn

10 175121 Link, Drag

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

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

13 136518 Spacer, Bearing, FrontAxle

15 145212 Nut, Hexflange Lock

17 180641 Shaft Assembly, Steedng

26 126847X BushingUnk Drag

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

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

30 STD561210 Pin

32 130465 Rod, Tie

36 155099 Bushing,Steedng

37 152927 Screw "17"#10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel

39 19183812 Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

40 _1537 Lock Nut Center 3/3-24 UNF

41 100711L Adaptor, SteedngWheel

42 145054X428 Boot, Steedng Dash P/L Mtl BIk

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

44 180640 ExtensionSteedng

46 121232)( Cap, Spindle

47 6855M Fitting,Grease

51 73540400 NutCrownlock1/4-28

54 71130420 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 x 1 1/4

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140618 Bolt Rhnd Sq 3/8-15 x 2-1/4

68 169827 Braco Axle

71 175146 StsadngAsm

82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastener ChristmasTree

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder7/16-20

91 175553 ClipSteedng

NOTE: All component dimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

ENGINE

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Spark Arrester

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

5 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left

6 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right

8 171877 Bolt5/16 -18 UNC X 3/4 W/Sems

10 162797 Heat ShieldLt

13 165391 Gasket Muffler

14 148456 Tube, DrainOil Easy

16 STD551237 Washer Look Ext Tooth 3/8

17 17060624 Screw 3/8-16xl-1P2 Tytt

23 169837 ShieldBrowning/DebdsGuard

25 145996 ControlChoke

26 73920600 Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

29 137180 Arrestor Spark

31 157103 Tank Fuel 3 50 Rear

32 161696 Cap Fuai Guage STLT

33 123487X Clamp Hose BIk

34 106082)( Spacer Pad

37 8543R Line Fuel

38 148315 Plug, Drain Oil Easy

39 109227X Pad Idler 1.75 x .75 x .06

45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol3/8-16 x 3/4

62 10040500 Washer Look5/16

72 71070512 Screw HD Cap 5/16-3/4

81 73510400 Nut, Keps 1/4-20 Starter Nut

17(_o46 ControlThrotPaddle

17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

....... Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs ModelNo. 407777-0167-E 1

149723 Muffler Exhaust

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U,S. inches

1 inch =25,4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 180597

2 180166

3 71110616

4 19131610

5 145OO6

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17000616

9 19131614

10 180186

11 166369

12 121246X

Seat

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hsx Lockw/Ina 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn2 250 BIk Zi

Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 SMGML

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt MountingSwitch

KEY PART

NO. NO.

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

DESCRIPTION

BushingSnap BIk Ny150 Id

BoltRdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Split28 X 96 Zinc

Spdng Cpmn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

DECALS

3 2 2 4

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156439

2 177253

3 177278

4 177279

5 181659

6 133644

7 181418

8 179128

9 16,3204

11 156811

13 146046

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal Fender Danger Sears 14 181824

Decal HoodSide 15 160_96

Decal Hood Rh 19 138047

Decal HoodLh 20 172331

Decal Engine H/P 22 149516

Decal MaintCustomerSears Dom - - 169210

Decal RaplacemantSrs - -138311

Decal Deck - - 165800X428

Decal Fender Craftsman Gold --165799X428

Decal Fender STLTH Oper InstFJS - - 181317

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E - - 181318

DESCRIPTION

Decal Dash Panel

Decal Mower DriveSchematic

Decal. Battery Diehard Sears

Decal Deck Mower EZ3

Decal Battery

Decal By Pass Lt Hydro

DecalLiftHandle

Pad FootrestLh STLT

Pad Footrest Rh STLT

Manual,Owner's (English)

Manual.Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS & TIRES

2_5,8 4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

°.

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

65139 Stem, Valve

106222X Tire, Front

59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

106732)(624 Rim, Front

278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

9040H Baadng, Flange (FrontWheel Only)

106108X624 Rim, Rear

122082X Tire, Rear

7152J Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

104757X428 Cap, Axle

144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: All component dimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

LIFTASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 LiftLever Inner Wire Asmo

2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 ERing

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X BearingNylong

7 125631X GdpHandle Ruted

8 122365X ButtonPlunger Read

11 139865 Unk Asm Lift LH.

12 139866 Link Asm Lilt R.H.

13 STD624008 RetaJnerSpring

15 1_ Unk Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2o13Unc

17 175689 Trunnion

18 738008(_ Nut Lockw/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 ArmSuspensionMower

20 163552 RetainerSpring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift.Tapered

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock3/8-24

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

MOWERDECK

67 68

IU (_,"" 36

34 e_21

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165892

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 165460

5 STD624008

6 1780_4

8 850857

9 STITo51137

10 140296

11 134149

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 174493

18 72140505

19 132827

20 159770

21 STD541431

23 177563

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452

27 130968)(428

28 19111016

29 131491

3O 173984

31 129963

32 153535

33 178342

34 STITo33717

36 131494

37 19131316

40 STD541437

44 14OO88

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 174284

50 131340

51 STD541410

52 139888

53 131845

54 133943

5_ 155046

56 165723

59 141043

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

MowerHousing 67

Bolt 68

BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, 92

Front 101

BracketSway Bar 38/42" 10_

RetainerSpring 103

BarSway Deck 104

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

Washer, Lock 106

Washer, Hardened 111

Blade,Mulching 112

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel,Vented 113

(Incl. Key Number 6) 114

Housing,Mandrel,Vented 115

Bearing,Boll,Mandrel 116

Stripper,Mower Deck 117

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 118

Bolt,Shoulder 119

Baffle, Vortex 129

Nut, Crownlock5/16-18 UNC 130

Bracket, Deflector 131

Cap, Sleeve 142

Spring,Torsion, Deflector 143

Nut, Push 144

Shield, Deflector 145

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 146

Red, Hinge 147

ScrewThdrolRollingWsh Hd 148

Washer, Spacer 149

Pulley,Mandrel 150

Nut,Toplock, Ranged 151

Bolt 152

Pulley, Idler, Rat 153

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 154

Nut, Crownlock3/6-16 UNC 155

Guard, Mandrel, L.H. 156

Retainer 157

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 158

Washer,Hardened 159

RollerAseembly,Cam Follower - -

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC - -

ArmAssembly, Pad, Brake

Washer,Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, Tuv Idler (94)

149846 Knob Custom Oval

144959 V-Belt

S'10541437 Locknut,He)(W/Wsh 3/6-16 UNC

136420 Cover Mulching42, Black

71081010 Screw Tress Hd Phil10-24 x5/8

19061216 Washar#1O

s'rlTo51110 Washer Lock

160793 Latch Asm Bagger

2029J NutWald

179292 Bracket Gauge, Wheel LH

179293 Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

17060510 Screw 5/16-18

73510500 Nut, Hex Keps 5/16-18 UNC

72110505 Bolt,Carriage 5/16 UNC x 5/8

4898H Bolt,Shoulder

165746 Wheel,Gauge

73930600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-1

19121414 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x t Gr 5

STD533710 BOltRdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x I

16589O

157109

158634

165888

171977

131335

169022

165898

19091216

169670

169676

169674

169675

169671

169672

169669

1772O4O8

S'1_533717

13O794

169583

ArmSpdng Brake Mower

BracketArm Idler42,

Keeper Belt42, ClutchCable

Pulley IdlerFiat

BoltCerraige Idler

Spring Extension

Spring ReturnIdler

RetainerSpringYellowZinc

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

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch42"

Washer flat 3/8" Type B

SpringRetainer

SpringRetention Lever

Spacer

RedCluk:h

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

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/6-16 Unc x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

housing,shaft and shaft hardware

only-pulleynot included)

Replacement Mower, Complete

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S.inches

1 inch =25.4 mm

120_

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 59 170408 Rotor, Brake

2 1703.52 Side Housing,Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck

3 170353 Center Section,Assembly 61 142881 Puck Plate

4 170354 Swashplate,TrunionMachined 62 142887 Brake ActuatingPin

5 169898 Block- Assembly 63 170410 Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/Patch,

6 170355 Sealant 10.50z SpocialFlange

7 170356 Hex Range Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 64 142892 Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch

8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 65 170411 Spacer

9 170358 Shaft, input 66 170412 Spdng, Brake Arm Bias

10 1_ Ring- Retaining 67 170413 Sq. Hd. Bolt5/16-24-Ribbed

11 170_60 Spacer 68 170414 Arm, Brake

12 169870 Ring-Retaining 69 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24

13 170361 Seal, Up .67 X 1.58 X .276 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

14 169869 Ball Big 17mm IdX 4OmmOd X 71 170417 CompressionSpringBrakeAnti-

l_lnrn Drag

16 170362 Hex Flange Head Scraw5/16- 72 170418 Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10.D. X .032

24X0.75 73 142884 Flat -Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/80.D

17 170363 Up Seal 18 X 32 X 7 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

18 170364 Arm,Conbol 75 170420 Check PlugAssembly, .027,Washer

19 150771 Beadng, 30x52x13 Thrust 76 170421 Stud,5/16-24 FrictionPack

23 170365 Chock Plug Assembly, Washer 77 170422 Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975

24 170366 Shaft, Motor 78 142969 Spdng,HelicalComp

27 170367 Gear -Pinion, 13t 79 142980 Spacer

28 170368 10t/48t Gear 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut5/16-24Unjf(Nylon

29 170369 Gear, 10t Jackshaft Insert)

30 170370 60t BullGear 81 170423 Wedge, Fdction Pack

31 170371 Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X .625 82 170424 Clip, Washer .316x1.50x.1046

32 170389 SlaeveBaadng(Outboard) (Plated)

.75x1.750x.625 83 161162 Pin, Standard Headless

33 142991 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X .13 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Thk 85 170426 Hose, ExpansionTank

34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 86 170427 Expansion Tank

35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, R.H.) 87 170424 Cap -Poppet Valve

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, L.H.) 88 170429 Bolt,Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

37 1507_ MiterGear (Splined) 90 170430 Puck, Inner Wedge

38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 93 170431 Spring Clip-HousingThrust

39 150809 Shaft 107 170432 Deflector

40 170393 Ring,Spiral Retaining 108 170433 Washer,MotorShaft

41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft .71idx1.15odx.030thk

42 1_ Magnet, Ring 109 170434 Plug, Sae #6

43 170396 Spitng, Bypass 111 170435 O-Ring .07 X.301 I.D.

44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8.24 X 2.5 112 170436 Shield, Vent

Long 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank

45 170397 Filter 116 170438 SiliconSponge

46 170398 Base, Filter 119 170439 Fan, 7 In.

47 170999 Actuator, Bypass 120 170440 Pulley

48 170400 Rod, Bypass Actuator 121 170441 He:<Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Insert)

49 170401 Arm, Bypass 122 170442 Washer, Balleville

50 17(Y2G2 RetainingRing .250 Extemal 123 170443 BeltKeeper

51 170403 Seal, Up .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 124 170444 CenterSection-Filter-Bypass

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.00d X .05 Assembly

Thk 125 170445 FilterAssembly

53 170405 RetainlngRing 126 170446 Fan -Pulley Service Assembly

54 170406 Beadng, Center Block 127 170447 Seal - O-Ring Kit

55 142977 Spdng-Halical Compression 900 166768 TransaxleComplete

56 142978 Washer

57 150798 20w-50Oil NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

58 170407 Brake Yoke 1 Inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1

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IIO_m_tON_EL I

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

BRIGGS & STRATfON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KJT

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

51A_ 137Q

1123_ 1124_ 6330

61611

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

BRIGGS &STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

74 691677 Screw (RotatingScreen)

1 697078 CylinderAssembly 75 691056 Washer (Flywheel)

2 399265 Bushing-Cylinder 91 693483 Body-Upper Carburetor

3 391086 •Seal-Oil 95 690718 £1 Scmw_"hrottle Valve)

Shaft-Throttle4 493304 Sump-Engine 97 693485

5 691162 Head*CylinderNo. 1 95 807923 Kit-Idle Speed

5A 691163 Head-CylinderNo. 2 102 693509 I_ Gasket-CarburetorBody

7697075 o+ Gasket-CylinderHead #1 104 693506 OPin-Float Hinge

7A 697076 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head #2 105 692076 (_ Valve-Float Needle

8 495754 Breather Assembly 107 693482 Body-LowerCarburetor

9 27803 ,+ Gasket-Breather 106 693505 Valve-Choke

10 690334 Screw (BreatherAssy.) 109 693498 Shaft-Choke

11 691899 Tube-Breather 117 693538 OJet-Main (Standard)

12 692287 • Gasket-Crankcase

12A 692292 Gasket-Crankcase (.015") 116 693500 Jst-Main (High AlUtude)

271188 ;Gasket-Crankcase (.005") 119 690720 Screw (Upperto Lower

Carburetor Body)

271189 •Gasket-Crankcase (.009") 121 693503 CarburetorOverbaul Kit

13 691651 Screw (CylinderHead) 122 691928 Spacer-Carburetor

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 125 693479 Carburetor

16 690636 Crankshaft 130 693504 Valve-Throttle

18 495901 Cover-Crankcase 133 693512 Float-Carburetor

19 399264 Kit-Bushing/Seal 146 691639 Key-_ming

20 291675 •Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 147 693508 (_ Jet-Pilot

22 691104 Screw (Crankcase Coved 161 691401 Base-Air Cleaner

Sump) 163 690273 *Gasket-AirCleaner

22A 693972 Screw (Crankcase Coved 165 693148 Nut (Ring Gear)

Sump) 186 691764 Connector-Hose

23 691976 Flywheel 187 499167 Line-Fuel(Cut to Required

24 222698 Key-Flywheel Length)

25 697069 Piston Assembly (Standard) 188 691003 Screw (ControlBracket)

697072 Piston Assembly (.010" 197 690364 Screw (Back Plate)

Oversize) 202 690570 Link-MechanicalGovernor

697073 Piston Assembly (.020" 203 493230 Crank-Bell

Oversize) 205 690322 Screw (Bell Crank)

697074 Piston Assembly (.030" 209 691273 Spring-Governor

Oversize) 211 691807 Spring-Governed Idle

26 690162 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 212 693544 Link-Throttle

690164 Ring Set-Piston (.010" 212A 690571 Link-Throttle

Oversize) 219 696376 Gear-Governor

690166 Ring Set-Piston (.020" 220 690412 Washer (GovernorGear)

Oversize) 222 691366 Bracket-Contrel

690168 Ring Set-Piston (.030" 227 690762 Control Lever-Governor

Oversize) 231 690718 _Screw (Choke Valve)

27 691299 Lock-Piston Pin 235 691206 Shield- Fuel Spray

28 498319 Pin-Piston(Standard) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

498320 Pin-Piston(.005" Undersize)

29 394306 Rod-Connecting(Standard) 267 690316 Screw (Casin_]Clamp)

276 693510 9+ Washer-Seahng

397158 Rod-Connecting(.020' 276A 693497 _Washer -Sealing

Undersize)

32 691133 Screw (ConnectingRod) 278 692810 Washer (GovernorControl

Lever)

33 691794 Valve-Exhaust 279 690366 Screw (Valve Cover)

34 691804 Valve-Intake

35 691805 Spring-Valve(Intake) •Includedin Engine Gasket Bet, Key. No.

36 691597 Spring-Valve(Exhaust) 358

40 690656 Retainer-Valve (Intake) _Includedin CarburetorOverhaul Kit, Key.

40A 691939 Retainer-Valve (Exhaust) No. 121

42 494553 Keeper-Valve + Includedin Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

45 691800 Valve Tappet 1095

46 691161 Cam Shaft ±Includedin Fuel Pump Kit, Key. No.861

47 691964 Slinger-Oil

48 696942 Short Block NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

(Replacement Engine inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

463707-0143-E2)

50 691709 Manifold-Intake

51 692278 ,121Gasket-lntake

51A 692219 .+ Gasket-lntake

54 93205 Screw (Intake Manifold)

73 692527 Screen-Rotating

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271920

BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER407777,TYPENUMBER0167-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

297 691331 Nut (Air FilterRetainer) 643 496700 Retainer-AirFilter

304 690826 Housing-Blower 689 690555 Spdng-FdctJon

305 690960 Screw (BlowerHousing) 691 690657 • Seal-Governor Shaft

306 690414 Shield*cylinder 695 693149 Screw (Ring Gear)

306A 690435 Shield-Cylinder 697 691625 Screw (Drive Cap)

307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 725 280866 ShleldHeat

309 497596 Motor-Starter 726 391362 Gear-Ring

310 690323 Bolt-Starter Motor 741 691285 Gear-Timing

311 497608 Brush Set 742 690326 Retalner-ERing

332 691059 Nut (Flywheel) 783 693059 Gear-Pinion

333 394891 Armature-Magneto 789 695050 Hameas-Widng

334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature) 797 693167 Nut (BrushRetak_r)

337 802592 Sparkplug 801 691967 CalPDdve

358 495868 Gasket Set-Engine 802 691286 Cap-End

359 691077 Washer-GroundTerminal 803 691427 Housing-Starter

363 691062 Flywheel Puller .807 693511 _Spacer-Throttle

365 690321 Screw (Ca_u...retor_.. 842 271170 O-RingSeal (DipstickTube)

373 691612 Nut (Grouno iermJnal) 547 495715 DtpstickiTu=beA._mbly

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 851 493880 Terminal-Sparkpmg

391 693487 Body-Fue/Pump 859 693486 _± Gasket- Carburetor Pump

392 693491 _+ Spring-Pump Diaphragm 859A 693490 O1 Gasket- Carburetor Pump

394 693489 _± Diaphragm*Carburetor 861 693502 Kit-Fuel Pump

395 690481 Cover-Valve Chamber 865 691196 Cover-AirGrade

404 690442 Washer (GovernorCrank) 865A 691197 Cover-Air Guide

414 691872 Washer (BellCrank) 868 692324 Seal-Valve

Screw (Air Cleaner Cover) 869 691802 Seat-Valve (Intake)

425 691675

432 693492 _+ Cap-Sp_ng 870 691844 Seat-Valve (Exhaust)

434 693493 Cover Diaphragm 871 261961 Bushing-Valve

435 693494 Screw (DiaphragmCover) 918 393815 Hose-Vacuum(Cut to

441 691176 Bracket-OilFill Required Length)

445 394019 Filter-AirCleaner Cartridge 934 691058 Screw (Fan Retainer)

447 690297 Screw (AirGuide Cover) 955 693513 Plug*carburetor

449 691044 Screw (Oil FillBracket) 967 272490 Filter-Pra Cleaner

474 696459 Alternator 968 691207 Cover-AirCleaner

505 691029 Nut (Governor ControlLever) 971 691100 Screw (Air Cleaner Base)

507 691972 Insulator 1005 498157 Fan-Flywheel

510 497606 Drive-Starter 1006 691247 Retainer-Fan

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 1019 697080 Kit-Label

520 691084 Terminal-Ground 1036 695702 Label-Emission

523 691385 Dipstick 1051 691265 Ring-Reta_ning

524 692532 •Seal-DipstickTube 1058 274796 Owner's Manual

525 690823 Tube-Dipstick 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

544 692034 Armatura-Starter 1095 498047 Gasket Set-Valve

551 690415 Cover-Valve 1119 691183 Screw(AlternatOr)

552 690553 Bushing-GovernorCrank 1132 690353 Screw (OilSlinger)

552A 690552 Bushing-Governor Crank 1136 690329 Screw (control Bracket)

562 690311 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1137 690390 Washer (ControlBracKet)

573 696040 Plate-Back 1138 690330 Nut (ControlBracket)

579 690958 Nut (Starter Cable)

601 95162 Clamp-Hose • Includedin EngineGasket Set, Key. No.

615 690317 Retainer-Govemor Shaft 358

616 491530 Crank-Governor ID Included in CarburetorOverhaul Kit, Key.

629 262539 Spring-ThrottleReturn No. 121

635 66538 Boot-Sparkplug + Includedin Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.

t095

±Includedin Fuel Pump Kit, Key. No.861

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches 1 inch =25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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1. Fold this page along dotted line Indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that Its left edge Is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

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

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

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