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Owner's Manual

CRRFTXMRN

18.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272030

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am 5 pro, Mon Sat

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

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

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

Safety Rules ........................................... 2

Product Specifications ........................... 5

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

Operation .............................................. 12

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

Maintenance......_ .................................. 18

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

Storage .................... _........................... 29

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

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

Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

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

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

tery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty

service on your Craftsman ridingequipment is available at no charge for 30 days from

the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the

date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-

ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-

able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This

warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you

specific legal rights,and you may also have other dghts which may vary from state to

state.

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

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Nevercarry passengem.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion 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 unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Tum off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do nottum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot o'n the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

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 childrenwill 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.

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 en-

gine 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 equip

ment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regulady.

•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

towear, 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 operat=on 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.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly 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.

•Donotturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!It BECOME AWARE!H YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

_,CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjustingor making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

AWARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of Califomia to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm,

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 30

API-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .030")

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1ST t .2

2ND 1.5

3 RD • 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.4

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 16 AMPS @3600 RPM

E3A'I-I'ERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA:240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27--35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for aetails.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_,WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman 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 your

nearest Sears Authorized 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".

PartsBagcontentsshownfullsize

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

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

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(2) Washers

3/16 x3/4 x 16 Gauge

(2) Weld

Nuts #10 (2) Lock

Washers #10

(4) Retainer Springs(single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Mulcher

Plate

Video

Cassette

Steering

Boot

iii

!__

Manual

Pads Bag

Steedng

Wheel

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

(2) Gauge Wheels

(2) Washers 3/8x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Q(2) Center lock Nuts

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

LatchHook

Assemblies

(2) Front Unk Assemblies

Slope Sheet

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Steering Sleeve

SteeringSleeve

Extension

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

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

all parts and hardware you assemble must be tigl_tened securely. Use the correct tools

as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 3/4" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(2) 1/2" wrench drive rachet

(1) Pliers (1) PhillipsScrew-

(1) Utilityknife driver

(1) T_repressure gauge

When rightor left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Remove mower and package materials.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

ii iI t.n

Wheel Insert

_.-_ Lock Nut

_j..__._ Large Flat

_r. Washer

Steering

Wheel

Steering

Adapter

Steering

Tabs _.._.._._ Sleeve

/Extension

I_ J t|

Steering ._., /

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

•Remove Iocknut and large flat washer

from steering shaft.

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

•Slide the steering sleeve over the steer-

ing shaft.

•Align tabs and press steedng sleeve

extension into bottom of steering wheel.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto adapter.

•Secure steering wheel to steering shaft

with Iocknut and large flat washer previ-

ously removed. "13ghtensecurely.

•Snap steedng wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

•Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

•Press liftlever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECKBATTERY

• Lifthoodto raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

=.- ' _.....

_w p

o; Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat

pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

•Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely. Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment Knob

Flat Washer

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pre.,_sure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 5 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

•Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway

bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to

left side of mower deck.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-

ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install

belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

•Install one front link in top hole of the

right hand front mower bracket and right

hand front suspension bracket. Retain

with two single loop retainer springs as

shown.

•Install second front link in left hand front

suspension bracket only and retain with

single loop retainer spring as shown.

•Turn height adjustment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

•Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

•Place the left hand suspension arm on

outward pointing deck pin. if necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

•Slide left side of mower back and install

the unattached front link in top hole of

the left hand front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring

as shown.

•Place the right hand suspension arm on

outward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

•Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

•Turn height adjustment knob clockwise

to remove slack from mower suspen-

sion.

•Raise mower to highest position.

•Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS in the

Operation section of this manual).

Shoulder

Bolt

Double Loop

Chassis Retainer Spring

Bracket (Outward pointing

deck pins)

(.;Hb(,;R MUWP-I1 Lr.Vr.L.£Oo

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPI_R POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are muted correctly. Front

Suspension Suspension

Arms Brackets

Front Mower

Bracket

3/8 Washel

3/8-16

Center

Locknut

Use Pliers For

Retainer Springs

Double Loop

Retainer Spdng

Anti-Sway

Bar

Idler

Pulley

Single Loop

Retainer Spdngs

Discharge Guard

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE Weld Nut

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and Lock

weld nut as shown. Washer

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch Weld

hook by inserting weld nut from the top Nut

with hook pointing down. Tighten hard-

ware securely. Latch_

•Raise and hold deflector shield in up- Hook

right position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown. Mulcher _,-----Screw

•Hook front latch into hole on front of Plate

mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Hook Points

Latch

Lock

Washer

_i_',._ _>_--_<,,,I_L Latch

_Hooks

_CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

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 installationof optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

v' CHECKLIST

Please review the following checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

/No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is propedy prel_ared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

/All tires are propedy inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overinflat-

ed at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is property leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following impor-

tant items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

4' Become familiar with all controls -their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

Thesesymbolsmay appear on your tractor or in literature suppliecl with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATrERY CAUTION OR

WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP '_

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE ,_a=FETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREEWHEEL

(A_omat_Mode_on_)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOUR

TRACTOR

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

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

Ignition Light Switch

Ammeter Switch Position

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake

Control

Attachment

Switch

Plunger

Lift Lever

Choke

Control

Parking Brake

Height

Adjustment Gear Shift

Knob Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute;

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height,

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a

cold engine,

GEAR SHIFT LEVER : Selects the speed

and direction of the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower dock or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

II1_ The operationof anytractorcanresultinforeignobjectsthrowninto the I

[-"-_'_- ] eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses I

_or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or

repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan-

dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

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.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

=BRAKE" position and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in =EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Push-In to Attachment Clutch

Choke "Disen Switch Pull Out To

Control

Tt_rottls/

Choke

Control

.Br--_a s _

Position

Pedal =Drive" Knob

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE

• To stop ground drive, depress

clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" po-

sition.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi-

tion.

ENGINE

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_, CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are start-

ing 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 BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

•Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in neutral

(N) position.

•Move gearshift lever to desired posi-

tion.

•Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Turn knob clockwise ((3) to raise cutting

height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise (_) to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

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

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running.

Theseheightsareapproximateand may

varydependinguponsoil conditions,

heightof grassand typesof grassbeing

mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches during

hot months. For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after

moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-

tively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when

mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then

keep the deck in proper position to help

prevent scalping in most terrain condi-

tions.

•Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

fiat level surface.

•Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

•With mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled 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.

• Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Mounting _,

Bracket

3/8-16

Locknut Shoulder Bolt

3/8 Washer 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.

•Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

• Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

"Enga_

Push InTo"- _>_-_-- ? !

=Disengage" _._d

Atta_:hment Lift Lever

High Position

_/ Low

;:_PosiUon

_:_ Discharge

I_J Guard

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing 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/breke pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

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

A'rrACHMENTS

Towonlytheattachmentsthatare recom-

mendedbyand complywith specifications

of themanufacturerofyour tractor.Use

commonsensewhentowing.Tooheavyof

a load,whileona slope,is dangerous.

Tirescanlosetractionwiththegroundand

causeyouto losecontrolof yourtractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECKENGINEOIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip-

stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick

into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube. Remove and read oil level. If nec-

essary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHAR'I" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Customer

Responsibilities section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness,

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(00C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

_/_/weather starting.

ARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emp-

tied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let

it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-

nent damage may occur.

,_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine_for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake,

•Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

•Move attachment clutch to =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to =START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F

AND ABOVE)

•When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F AND

BELOW)

•When engine starts, allow engine to run

with the throttle control in the choke

position until the engine runs roughly,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an engine warm-

up period from several seconds to sev-

eral minutes, depending on the temper-

ature.

•The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: 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.

MOWING TIPS

• Tirechainscannotbe usedwhenthe

mowerhousingisattachedto tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See _T'O

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

•When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble fire hazard from dried clippings.

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 unde-

sirable 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 se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment 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 mulchin.q 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 recut-

ting 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 cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattem 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.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .,,,,_J_..._,_'./,d_/.._*"

AS YOU COMPLETE

Check Brake Operalion _

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

TInterlock Systems V'

RCheck for Loose Fasteners I_ . I1_'7 I_

She e neplece.owe,Blades

TLubrication Chart I1_

0 Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terrnln_ds I_ e

Check Transaxle Coolk_g

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Che_k Engine Oil Level I_ I_

Change Engine Oil _t.=r_

EClean Air Filter

NClean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Sped< Attester (l# #

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) I1_1,_

SClean Engine Cooling Fins I_2

Replace Spark Plug I_ , I_

v',Replace Air Filter Paper Carbidge

Replace Fuel Filter V'

$ - _rnom o_lm wh4m _per_ u_ i h_ told or In hq_h a_rd_ent to_i_, 5 - if equipped with adjust able Ir/stm_.

2-Semite rnme often when c_ers6_l In dlrtyor dusty con41_on=.

3 - tt oquIpp_l with ell filtm, chang* ell every 50 hmx=.

4 - Replace _do_ more o_MI wherl mowk19In lindy soil.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual. Some

adjustments will need to be made periodi-

cally to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air fitter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level

•Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

•Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

6-Not required if equipped wi_ _free bstte_

7 * T'_gf-,tmlfror=t axle p_ot bolt to 35 IL-Ibs. maximum.

DO not over6_hten.

LUBRICATION CHART

• Spindle _F-_eSpindle

.Front "_'_ ........ _eFront

Wheel -" 1_Wheel

Beadng ,.===:_ Bearing

Zerk Zerk

@Attachment

Clutch _"

Pivot(s) '_ ,_ '_ _

'OGearshif

I r-" If Pivots

II I

O SAE 30 or 10W30 Motor Oil

• General Purpose Grease

@Refer to Maintenance =ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon bear-

rags. Viscous lubricants will attract dust

and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-

lubricating bearings. If you feel they must

be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafety ruleswhenper-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

•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 that operator presence and inter-

lock systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described

below, repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment 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

•Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

•Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

NOTE: Make sure center hole in blade

aligns with star on mandrel assembly.

•Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly

Star.

Hex Bolt •Blade

Lock Wash_

'A Grade8 heattreated

beidentified bysixlinesonthe bolthead.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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 it is on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructionssupplied with bal-

ancer).

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 onto 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 hori-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

Ce_erH_e

5/8" Bolt

or Pin

Blade

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use.

However, 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:Theoriginalequipmentbatteryon

yourtractoris maintenancefree.Donot

attemptto openor removecapsor covers.

Addingorcheckinglevelof electrolyteis

notnecessary.

TO CLEANBATTERYANDTERMINALS

Corrosionand dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to =leak"

power.

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

•Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

•Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly,

•Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this manu-

al).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-ul_'of dirt

• and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating tem-

perature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°F. Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

/_ Air Screen

Oil Drain___ _

Plug

O I F II Cap/DipsUck/

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

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 extemal 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 ra-

moved will cause engine damage due to

overheating.

AIR FILTER

Yourengine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

• Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

•Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

•If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

•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.

Cover

Foam Pre_

cleaner

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oilfilter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

• Unscrew old filter by tuming counter-

clockwise. Use a suitable container to

catch oil.

•Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to

rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

•Install replacement oil filter by turning

clockwise until rubber gasket contacts

mounting surface, then tighten filter an

additional 112 tO 314 turn.

•Fill crankcase with 0ew oil (See "1O

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section

of this manual). For approximate

capacity see =PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS" section of this manual.

•Start engine and check for oil leaks.

Correct any leaks before placing engine

into full operation.

_Oil Niter

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 5 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clam.ps are propedy positioned.

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to-keep water out. Water

in engine can result in=a shortened engine

life.

A, CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

•Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position.

•Tum ignition key =OFP and remove key.

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

•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

•Place attachment clutch in =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

•Lower mower to its lowest position.

•Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and disen-

gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

•Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

•Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-

tion.

•Remove two retainer springs from each

front link and remove links.

•Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

•Slide mower out from under right side of

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in =INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Adjustment

Nuts

Suspension

Arms

Lift

Links Front Mower

Bracket

Front

Bracket

Chassis

Front

Suspension

Bracket

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Springs

Front Mower

Bracket

Retainer

Springs 22

TO LEVEL MOWER HOU;51NG

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS"). If tires are

over or underinflated, you will not propedy

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

•If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment 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

Bottom of Cud

of Cud_ A

Groundun T-7-I-

Measure distance "U" a=recuy m tront ana

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. Bo|h links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

tums.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

•When distance =13"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.

Suspension

Arm

Mandrel

oo a

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so that

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Links

TOREPLACEMOWERDRIVEBELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

•Park tractor on alevel surface. Engage

parking brake.

•Remove screws from left hand mandrel

cover and remove cover.

•Roll belt over the top of left hand man-

drel pulley.

•Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

•Remove belt from idler pulleys.

•Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

•Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

•Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri-

mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-

ing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

•Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt

is in both belt keepers at the idlers as

shown.

•Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-

ley.

•Roll belt into upper groove of left hand

mandrel pulley.

•Carefully check belt routing making sure

belt is in the grooves correctly and

inside belt keepers.

• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Screws

Left Hand

Mandrel

Cover _

Left Hand

Mandrel

Idler

Pulleys

Electric

Clutch

Pulley

Mower

Drive Belt

Pdmary

Idler Arm

Belt

Keepers

TO REPLACEMOWERBLADEDRIVE

BELT

Parkthetractoronlevelsurface. Engage

parkingbrake.

•Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

•Remove mower (See ='1"OREMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

•Remove four screws from right hand

mandrel cover and remove cover.

Unhook spring from bolt on mower

housing.

•Carefully roll belt off right hand mandrel

pulley.

•Remove belt from center mandrel pul-

ley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel

pulley.

•Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

•Check secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely.

•Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

•Install new belt in lower groove of left

hand mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

•Roll belt over right hand mandrel pulley.

Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

•Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall right hand mandrel

cover.

•Reinstall mower to tractor (See

UlNSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this manual).

•Reassemble mower ddve belt (See TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

Left Hand Mower Blade Center

Drive Belt Mandrel Idler

Right Hand

Mandrel

Secondary

IdlerArm

Spring

Bracket Screw

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut =A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut =A".

•Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department,

With Parking Brake =Engaged"

Nut =A"

___ | ,/ mNut

_raUng Arm

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.

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

•Disconnect clutch wire harness.

•Remove clutch Iocator.

•Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

•Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around electric

clutch.

•Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure.

Electdc Clutch Clutch Locator

Clutching

Idler

Trensaxle

Pulley '

Clutch Wire

Harness

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

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

gate) position. The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

•Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

•Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

•Position the gear shift lever in the neu-

tral (N) position.

•Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL

LOCK GATE

..... ADJUSTMENT BOLT

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

Ifsteering wheel crossbars are not hori-

zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-

tioned straight forward, remove steering

wheel and reassemble per instructions in

the Assembly section of this manual.

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 your nearest authorized

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

•Repair tire and reassemble.

•On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining _

Ring

Axle Cover ",.Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

tf yourbatteryis too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BA'I-I-ERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

If =jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

AIMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicals.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES o

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

=Positive" (+) "Negative" (-)

L.H. Panel r---_l

Bolt _

REPLACING BATTERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals 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.

•Lifthood to raised position.

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully remove

battery from tractor.

•Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

: Reinstall terminal guard.

Firstconnect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt

and keps nut as shown. Tighten secure-

ly.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely.

•Close terminal access doors.

•Close hood.

Terminal

Access

Door _

Keps Nut Hex Bolt

:Positive

Red) Cable

Terminal Negative

(Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the gdll.

•Replace bulb inholder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the gdll.

•Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged widng may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-

vent it from starting.

•Check widng. See electdcal widng dia-

gram in theRepair Parts section of this

manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedure.

Headlight

nector

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

• 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 nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

•Loosen knob and remove cover assem-

bly from air cleaner.

•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 se-

curely.

• • 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 govemor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high spded needs

adjusting, contact your nearest AUTHO-

RIZED service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Stop

Claml:

Swivel Screw

Clamp

Screw

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

age at the end of the season or if the trac-

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this man-

ual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructionsin the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•Alter a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage dudng long pedods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

=TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

•Alter cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed 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

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separatibn and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

•Drain the fuel tank.

•Start the engine and let it run untilthe

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

altemative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container.Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes alter adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor 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)

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Tum ignitionkey to "START" position for

a few seconds to distdbute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to

rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will

cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

•Out of fuel.

•Engine not'CHOKED"

propedy.

•Engine flooded.

•Bad spark plug. •

•Dirty air filter. •

•Dirty fuel filter. •

•Water in fuel. _•

•Loose or damaged widng.

•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring. •

•Carburetor out of adjust- •

ment.

•Engine valves out of •

adjustment.

•Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

•Attachment clutch is

engaged.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Blown fuse.

•Corroded battery termi-

nals.

•Loose or damaged wiring. •

•Faulty ignition switch. •

•Faulty solenoid or starter. •

•Faulty operator presence •

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery.

Engine will not turn

over

Engine clicks but

will not start •Corroded battery termi-

nals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

CORRECTION

•Fill fuel tank.

•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 fil-

ter.

•Check all wiring.

•See _I'o Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Replace spark plug.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Check all widng.

See =To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment

clutch.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuse.

•Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring_

Check/replace ignition

switch.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Clean battery terminals.

Check all wiring.

Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Lossof power • Cuttingtoo much

Excessivevibration

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with at-

tachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

grass/too fast.

• Throttle in _CHOKE" posi-

tion.

•Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

•Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil.

•Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.

•Dirty engine air

screen/fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

•Wom, bent or loose blade.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Loose/damaged part(s).

• Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Mower deck not level.

=• Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

CORRECTION

•Set irt =Higher Cut" posi-

tion/reduce speed.

•Adjust thrbttle control.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Clean/replace air filter.

•Check oil level/change oil.

•Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

•Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel fil-

ter.

•Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

•Clean engine air screen/fins.

•Clean/replace muffler.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

•Check widng, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center/

department.

•Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•31

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass dis-

charge

Headlight(s) not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine =backfires"

when turning

engine =OFP

•Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

•Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

I•Frozen blade mandrel

•Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

•Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pres-

sure.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower,

•Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly

installed.

•Improper blades used.

• Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Switch is =OFP.

•Bulb(s) bumed out.

•Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Blown fuse.

•Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

• Faulty altemator.

i"Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW_

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

•Remove ebstruction.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel

•Place throttle control in

=FAST" position.

•Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

•Level mower deck.

•Check tires for proper air

pressure.

•Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Turn switch =ON'.

•Replace bulb(s).

•Check/replace light switch.

•Check wiring and connec-

tions.

•Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

•Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

•Replace alternator.

Move throttle control to

=SLOW"position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

AMMETER

(oFnONAL)

RED

STARTER

t _J

CLUTCH /BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

i i

©ELECTRIC CLUTCH

*. ......... J

OPERATOR

PRESENCE

RELAY #1

FUELI I

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

Vl SPARK

IGNmON _PLUGS GAP

UNIT l _" (2 PLUGS ON

' TWIN CYL ENGINES)

IGNITION SWITCH

POSRK)N I_RCUIT _MAKE"

OFF +G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT E+A1 A2+L

RUN B + A1 NONE

START + S + A1 NONE

RELAY

REGULATOR v_ow

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

HEADLIGHTS

GFC

PTO SWITCH

IPOSITION CIRCUIT

OFF C+G_B+H H B

ON C+FtB+ErA÷ D

"0 DA

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

21 22

, \

' 80

4 I

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 163465

2 74760412

8 7603J

10 145211

11 150109

12 145769

16 153664

18 17720408

19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 166184

22 4152J

24 8860R

25 146148

26 166180

27 73510400

28 145491

29 160784

3O 163968

33 140403

40 166166

42 131563

43 145673

45 122822X

50 154963

55 17490508

70 166668

79 163996

80 146685

81 109748X

DESCRIPTION

Battery,12 Volt 28 Amp

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

Tray Battery

BoltBtr Frt 114-20 x 7.5

Holddown Battery FrontMount

Nut Push Nylon 1/4" Battery Frt

Switch, InterlockPush-in

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

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Flex,Jam 1/4-20 UNC

Harness, Light

Light Bulb

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 17'

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W16 Wire

Fuse, 15Amp

Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Back, 21"

Switch,Plunger NormalOP Olive

Switch,IgnitionDelth Push-In

Key,Molded, Craftsmen

Hamass, Ignition

Cover,Terminal

Solenoid

Ammeter, Rectangular15 Amp

SwitchPTO 3PDT Red Delta

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Harness, Engine

Socket, LightBulb

Hamass Clutch EVX

RelayAsm.

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

158

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 166819 ChassisAssembly

2 140356 Drawbar

3 17490612 Screw,Thd.,RoU. 3/8-16x3/4

9 163976 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4

11 163455 Panel, Dash,LH

13 163456 Panel, Dash, RH

17 161023X558 HoodAssembly

20 162026 Plate BatterySTYT

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

26 STD541437 Locknut

28 160564X558 Grille

29 161235 Lens, Grille

30 154791X558 FenderiFootreetPntSTYT w/CH TL

31 139976 Bracket, Fender/Support

37 17490508 Sc,rewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

38 139886 Pivot BracketAssembly,LH,

39 139887 Pivot BracketAssembly,RH

54 161464 Screw,HexWshd #8-18x7/8

58 161236 DuctHood Stealth

59 110436X BushingSnap SplitBIk

60 STD533707 Bolt,Rdhd Sqnk3i8-16UNCx3/4

64 162025 Dash,Lower STYT

74 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

114 158112 Keeper BeltRear LH Stl P930

115 17490620 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16x1-1/4

116 19131614 Washer 13i32xlx14Ga.

140 158418 Bracket,SuspensionFront

142 165867 Plate, ReinforcementSTLT

143 154966 Backrest,SwaybarChassis

144 154207 Bracket,Footrest S'R_T

145 156524 Rod PivotChassis/Hood

154 161897 BracketDash Rh

155 161900 BracketDash Lh

156 163805 StdkerPlate YTGT

157 163806 MagnetYTGT

158 162037 BracketParking Brake

159 155123X428 Cupholdef STLBlack

160 162967 Fastener Nut Pal

161 164655 ExtrusionBumper

166 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-l.o #13-16 x3/4

NOTE: All componentdimeneior_ given in U.S. inches

1 inctt= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1....... Transaxle Peedess 55 105709X

Model206-545C 56 STD523712

(Order partsfromtransaxle. 57 130801

manufacturer) 58 127274X

2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 59 140312

3 123666X Pulley,Transaxfa 61 17490612

4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 62 8883R

5 121520X Strap,Torque 63 145868

6 17490512 Screw,Thd., Roll. 5/16-18 x 3/4 65 STD551143

8 165866 Rod ShiftFenderAdjust 66 154778

9 160889 Clutch Elect EVX

10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 74 137057

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 75 121749X

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28UNFW/Patch 76 STD581075

Grade 8 77 123583X

14 STD551125 Washer 78 121748X

16 STD541431 Nut LooKHx w/Ins 5/16-18Unc 79 2228M

18 STD523710 Bolt FinHex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 80 145090

Gr. 5 81 165592

19 STD541437 Nut 82 165711

20 150280 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4-1/4 83 19171216

21 106933X Knob

22 130804 Rod, Brake 84 165816

23 154978 BracketAsm ClutchMtg EVX 85 150360

97 89 158391X428

24 STD541237 Nut 90 124346X

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod

26 STD551037 Washer 96 4497H

27 STD561210 Pin 100 19111216

28 145204 Rod,Parking Brake 112 19091210

29 124236X Cap, ParkingBrake, Red 113 127285X

30 130807 Bracket,Transaxla 145 74490540

31 127275X Keeper,Belt, LH. 150 165850

32 STD523107 Bolt 151 19133210

33 72140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 156 166002

5/16-18Unc x 3/4

34 155071 SheftAseembly,Foot Pedal 158 165589

35 120183X Beadng, Nyion 159 165494

36 STD551062 Washer 160 19292016

37 STD571810 RollPin 161 72140406

38 131494 Pulley,Idler,Flat

39 STD523727 Bolt 162 73680400

40 4470J Spacer, Split .395 x .59 163 74780416

41 165838 Keeper, Belt, Idler

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16x 12 Ga. 164 19091010

47 127783 Pulley,Idler,V-Groove, Plastic 165 165623

48 154407 BellcrankClutchGrad Dry Stl 166 166880

49 123205X Retainer,Belt 168 165492

50 STD523715 Bolt 169 165580

51 STD541437 Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC

52 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 3/16-18 UNC

53 105710X Link,Clutch

Spdng,ClutchRetum

Bolt FinHex 3/6-16 x 1-1/4

V-Belt, GroundDrive

Keeper, Belt, R.H.

Keeper, Belt, Center Span

Screw,TIxL, BoIl, 3/8-16 x 3/4

Cover, Pedal

Pulley ClutchElectEVX

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine,Foot-

Proof

Spacer,Axle

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

E.Ring

Key,Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865

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

Key Woodruff #9 3/16x3/4

Arm, Shift

Shelf Asm CrossTapered

Spdng,Tomion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16

Gauge

LinkTransaxle

Nut, Nylock

Cor_ole, Shift,STLT

Nut, Serf-Threading,WasherHd

1/4

RetainerSpring 1"ZincJCad

Wahser 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

Strap Torque90 Degrees

BolL Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

BushingBellcrankGrd Ddve

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16 ID X 1 X

.125

Bracket ShiftMount

Hub Tapered Range Shift LT

Washer 29/'32x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 114.20x 3/4

Gr. 5

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4o20Unc x I Gr.

Washer 5/8 x.281 x 10 Ga.

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

BoltShoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate FasteningLT

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

STEERING ASSEMBLY

• J +,

---.-._43

117 47

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428

2 154427

3 156483

4 157473

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

• 12 73940800

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156543

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

27 136874

29 17490612

32 139929

33 19111216

34 10040500

35 73810500

36 155105

37 152927

38 159946X428

40 STD541537

41 159945

42 163888

43 121749X

46 121232X

47 6855M

62 167905

65 154780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

72 19182411

73 160135

79 19132012

80 74950612

Wheel, Steering

Axle,Asm Front

Spindle,Asm Lh

Spindle,Asm Rh

Beadng, RaceThrustHarden

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

Washer, 27132x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga

Ring,Klip#t5304-75

Bearing,Col StrgBIk

Draglink,ExtendedStamped

Washer, LockHvy HIclSpr 3/6

Nut Hex,Jam Toplock1/2-20 UNF

Beadng, AxleSTLT/GT

Lccl_ut, Flange 5/8-11 UNC

Shaft, Asm Strg

Washer, Thrust 515 x 750 x 033

Support,Shaft

Screw Hex Wshhd Torx

Shaft,Asm Pittman

Bracket,Steering

Gear, Sector

Screw,Thdrol3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Rod,"ReBJ Solid 1975 Manual

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Washer LockHW HIcl Spr 5/16

Locknut5/16-24 UNF

Bushing,Strg

Screw, TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Range

Insert,Steeflng Wheel

GripcoNut

Adaptor,Wheel Strg

Boot Stealth Steering

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

Cap, SpindleFrTap BIk

Fiffing,Grease

IFut,SteeringAssembly

Spacer,Axle

Bearing, Arm Pittman

Bolt,Rn Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

Axle, Brace

Washer 9/16 ID x 1-1/2 ID 11Ga.Zin

ExtensionSteeringPremium

Washer 13/32 x 1-114x 12 Ga.

Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

_25 81 i

32 34

Ii r. ii t_*

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester I

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 164067 Control,Throt Ch

3 Engine (See Breakdown)B&S Model 407777

Orderportsfromengine manufacturer

4 149723 Muffler

5 159955 E)d_austTube LH

6 160589 F_)d'_ustTube RH

8 150176 Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 w/seres

10 162797 ShieldBrowningB&S Intek

13 ....... Gasket

14 13280336 Nipple, Pipe 4-1/2

15 13200300 Elbow, Std 90 Degree 3/6-18 Npt

16 STD551237 Washer

17 17490624 ScrewThdrol 3/8.16x1-1/2

23 159880 Shield, BRN/DBR Guard

25 164068 Control Choke

26 73920600 Nut Keps 3/6-24 Unf

29 137180 Arrestor,Spark

31 157103 Tank, Fuel

32 161696 Cap Fuel Guage

33 123487X Clamp, Hose BIk

34 106082X Pad Spacer I x I x 1

35 17490512 Screw,Thdrol5/16-18 x5/4 TYT

37 8543R Line Fuel

38 PlugOil Drain (Order FromEngine Manufacturer)

39 109227X Pad Idler

62 10040500 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

72 71070512 ScrewHexHdCap 5/16-18x5/4

81 128861 Nut, Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU,S, inches1 inch= 25A mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140124

2 140551

3 STD523710

419131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17490616

919131614

10 155925

11 166369

12 121246X

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO.

SeatCraftsman 13 121248X

BracketPntPivotSeat (blk) 14 72050412

BoltFinHex 3/8-16unc X 1 15 121249X

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 16 123790X

ClipPushIn Hinged 17 123976X

Nut Hex Lockw/Ins3/8-16 Uric 18 124238X

SpnngSeat Cprsn2 250 BIkZi 21 153236

ScrewThdrol3/8-16 X 1Ty-tt 22 STD541431

Washer13/32 X 1 X 14Ga 24 19171912

Pan PntSeat(blk) 25 127016X

. KnobSeat

BracketPntMountingSwitch

DESCRIPTION

BushingSnap BIk Ny150 Id

BoltRdhd ShtNk 1/4-20xl-1/2

Spacer Split28 X 88 Zinc

SpdngCprsn

Nut Lock 114Lge Rg Gr 5 Zinc

capSpr_j seat

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-16 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lockw/ins5/16-18

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

BoltShoulder5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

6 16 4

// 3 10

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 164085

2 106202X

3 163916

4 163917

5 163208

6 133644

7 167329

8 166887

9 163204

10 156439

11 164088

12 146046

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Dash Amm Eng Gr. 13 164065

ReflectorTailLight Red/Amber

Decal, Hood, R.H. 14 160397

Decal, Hood, L.H.

Decal, Fender Sd White 15 167049

Rad/6sp 46" 16 167184

Decal, Customer Maintenance 20 149516

Decal, Dash Pnl 21 138047

Decal, Deck EZ3 Srs -. 138311

Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 154515

Decal, Fender Danger -- 154516

Decal, Brake Clutch Stph - - 167164

Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic - - 167165

--2

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Stmg Whl Domed Prom

Srs

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal HP Engine

Decal ReplacementSrs PMST

Decal BatteryDngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad FootrestLH STLT

Pad FootrestRH STLT

Ownel's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

2_5,8 4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap Value Tire

2 65139 Stem Value

3 106222X "RraFront

4 59904 Tube FrontTire (Not Provided,

Service item Only

5 106732X427 Rim Front

6 278H FitlingGrease (FrontWheal

Only)

7 9040H BearingFlange(FrontWheel

Only)

8 106108X427 Rim Rear

9 122082X "13reRear

10 7152J Tube Rear3]ro (Not Provided,

Seroie Item Only

11 104757X Cap Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, "Rre(10 oz. tube)

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

LIFT ASSEMBLY

31 _19

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159461 Wire Asm., Inner w/plunger

2 159476 ShaftAsm Lift

3 138284 Pin Groove

4 12000002 ERing #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 21/32X 1 X21 Ga

6 120183X Bearing Nylon

7 125631X Gnp Handle Ruted

8 122365X Button,Plunger

11 139865 Unk Lift Lh

12 139866 Link LiftRh

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 127218 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 Trunnion BIkZinc

18 73680800 Nut Crownlock1/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm SuspensionRear

20 1635.52 SpdngRetainer

23 110807X Nut Special

24 19131016 Washer 13i32X5/8X16Ga

25 164024 Spring

26 76020308 Pin Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

27 164543 Rod Adjust Lift

28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

29 138057 Knoblnfinite 3/8-16 Unc Black

30 150233 Trunnion Infln Hek_t

31 1403_Z BearingPvL LiftSphedcal

32 735406o00 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

36 155097 Pointer,HeightIndicator

37 123935X Plug,Hole

38 17490512 ScrewThdroi 5/16-18x3/4

40 19112410 Washer 11/32x1-1i2x10Gauge

41 155098 indicatorHeightSTLT

49 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

MOWER DECK

49 41 46

116 117

55 118

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 164210 Housing,Mower 46" 40 137273

3 138457 BracketAsm.,Sway Bar 41 17490620

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 42 122052X

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 43 144949

Bar) 44 133943

8 850857 Belt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 45 145059

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8 46 137729

10 140296 Washer,Hard Blade,Mower 47 144959

Vented 48 148763

11 163819 Blade,46" Mower Deck 49 STD541437

12 129895 Baadng, Ball, Mandrel #6204 50 72110612

13 137553 Shaft Asm.w/l_owerBeadng 51 153390

(IncludesKey No. 12) 52 156493

14 137152 Housing,Mandrel 53 19131312

15 110485X Bearing,Ball,Mandrel 54 74780616

16 140329 Stripper,Mower Round 55 72140608

18 72140505 Belt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 72 19131616

19 132827 Bait, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 92 STD541437

20 145055 Baffle, VortexMower 46" 101 145579

21 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18UNC 102 71161010

22 134753 Stiffiner,Bracket 103 10071000

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 104 19061216

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 105 160793

25 149287 Spdug,Torsion,Deflector 106 2029J

26 110452X Nut, Push 116 137644

27 157788 Shield, DeflectorMower 117 133957

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 118 73930600

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 119 19121414

30 157722 Scraw,Thd RollingWasher Head 126 144948

31 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 127 146763

32 153531 Pulley,Mandrel - - 164822

33 137266 Nut, Fig.Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

34 144945 Anchor,Spdng Dock 46"

35 17490628 Screw, Thdrctl 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt

36 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga. -- 166222

37 131494 Pulley,Idler,Flat

38 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler

39 144917 Pulley,Idler,Driven

DESCRIPTION

Spdng, Secondary44/46/50 Vent

Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Tytt

Spacer,Retainer

Arm, IdlerSecondary

Washer,Hardened

Gover,Mandrel Deck

Screw, Thdrctl. I/4-20 x 5/8

V-BelL Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crowrdock 3/8-16 UNC

Bait, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Washer Felt

Pulley Idler

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

Belt FinHex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr.5

Belt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16Ga.

Nut LockHex w/Ins 3/6-16 UNC

Cover, Mulching

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

LatchAsm. Bagger

Nut, Weld

Belt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centedock 3/6-16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Ann, Idler,PrimaryDeck 46"

Pulley,Idler,V-GrooveDim. 4.25

Deck Complete (Std. Deck-Order

separately mulcherplate and

gauge wheel componentsKey

Nos. 101-106 and 116-118)

MandrelAssembly(IncludesKey

Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 33)

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

!57

157

IHAt.; I UI'] - -MUUP..L I_UMI_I"I'I _II._//_U_$U

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079

2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 42 792073A

3 770128 Transaxle Caee 42A 7_2085A

4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075

5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025

6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066

6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 46 786086

7 778330 SpurGear (11 teeth) 47 774690

8 792180 ShiftKey 48 774691

8A 792047 Woodruff Key #9 49 778356

9 784352 Shift Collar 50 778338

10 784378 ShiftRod & Fork 51 778354

11 778334 Bevei Gear (30 teeth) 52 778352

12 778309 Input Bevel Pinion(13 teeth) 53 778350

13 778368 Bevel Gear (13 teeth) (Include. 54 778346

14) 56 778355

14 778368 Bevel Pinion (13 teeth) (Include. 57 778337

13) 58 778353

15 778370 Ring Gear (43 teeth) 59 778351

17 786188 Drive Pin 60 778349

18 786102 Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 778345

20 792077A Ball5/16" dla 65 780189

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/8" 66 776422

22 792079 Spdng .310 OD x .625 L 67 776396

25 792073A Screw 1/4 -20 x 1-1/4" 69 792170

25A 792177 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/8" 70 786187

26 792125 Retaining Ring (pkg of 2) 71 788069

27 792035 Retaining Ring 71B 788092

28 788040 Retaining Ring 76 780090

29 780072 ThrustWasher ,627 ID x .031W 77 788078A

29A 780160 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 79 792144

29B 780051 Thrust Washer .762 ID x .031W 82 778333

29C 780199 Anti-RotationWasher .632

30 780108 Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 83 778338

31 780001 Flat Washer .750 ID x .056W 85 792154

(Use As Needed) 87 788089A

31A 780195 Flat Washer .750 ID x .062W 150 788093A

32 788083 Oil Seal 3/8" 157 788088A

34 780194 Bushing.563 180 730_.29A

35 780193 Ranged Bushing5 /8" ID 900 794712

35A 780197 Flanged Bushing.751

36 790075 Brake Disk

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate

38 799021 Brake Pad (pkgof 2)

39 786026 Dowel Pin

40 792076A FlatWasher .312 ID x .059W

DESCRIPTION

Brake Lever

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"

Screw 1/4- 20 x 2 I/4"

Locknut5116 -24

Brake Pad Holder

Spacer .2625 x 1.0

Brake LeverBracket

Axle(11-15 /16"Long)

Axla(16- I /2" long)

Spur Gear (29 teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Spur Gear (23 teeth)

Spur Gear (19 teeth)

Spur Gear (16 teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear (11 teeth)

Spur Gear (13 teeth)

Spur Gear (17 teeth)

Spur Gear (21 teeth)

Spur Gear (24 teeth)

Spur Gear (25 teeth)

FlatWasher .563 ID x .062W

InputShaft

Shifter& Brake Shaft

Retaining Ring

Spacer .890

Square Cut Ring

"O"Ring

FlatWasher 1,128 ID x .058W

Inverted RetainingRing

Spdng.430 OD x .5000 L

Bevel & SpurGear (30 & 13

teeth)

Spur Gear (27 teeth)

Oil FillPlug

Oil Seal 9 /16"

LiquidGasket RTV Silicone

Oil Seal 3/4"

Gear Oil 80W90

Replacement MST - 206-545C

Transaxle

NOTE: AUcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25A mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

B&S ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

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2161

10 11_._

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267 89

188

222 _

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710 _

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445

265

,k REQUIRES SPECtAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR 267 8305 _

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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447 _

447A _122

525 _51A_

287_ 447A _51__

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1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT

1081_ _2521 1

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220 _ _I"_35_::_I 258

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

B&S ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

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977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 160 e1127_ I

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

B&S ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

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635 _;:r+

526_

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

B&S ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1690231

2 499585

3 690926

4 690069

5 499587

5A 499595

7 690962

8 499601

9 690937

10 690960

11 690942

12 690945

13 690360

15 690946

16 691046

20 690947

23 691053

24 690974

25 499588

499589

499590

499591

26 499604

499605

499606

499607

27 690975

28 499582

29 499583

32 690976

33 499596

34 499597

35 690963

36 690963

40 690964

42 499586

45 690977

46 690978

48 6g_714

5O 69O948

51 690949

51A 690950

53 690951

54 690953

73 691055

74 691057

75 691056

89 690238

95 690718

98 499802

104 690984

105 690985

108 690986

117 690232

117 690989

121 499811

122 690952

125 499804

130 690993

131 499805

133 499806

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

CylinderAssembly 135 499803 FuehTransferTube

Bushing-Cylinder 137 690994 luGasket-FloatBowl

+SeaI-Oit 141 499807 Choke ShaftKit

Sump-Engins 142 499808 INozzle-Carburetor

Head-Cylinder No. 1 146 94388 Key-'Rming

Head-Cylinder No. 2 150 281767 luGasket-Nozzla

+UGasket-Cylinder Head 160 690996 Retainer-Solenoid

BreatherAssembly 163 691001 +UGasket-Air Cleaner

+Gasket-Breather 177 691031 +O-Ring Seal (Dipetick)

Screw (BreatherAssy.) 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Tube-Breather Length)

+Gasket-Crankcase 187A 691049 Line-Fuel

Screw (CylinderHead) 188 690960 Screw (ControlBracket)

Plug-Oil Drain 192 690083 Adjuster-RockerArm

Crankshaft 209 690018 Spring-Governor

+SeaI-C_l(PTO Side) 211 690019 Spring-GovernedIdle

Flywheel 212 691020 Link-Throtite

Key-Flywheal 213 691021 Bracket-ChokeControl

PistonAseambly(Std.) 218 691022 Link-Choke

PistonAssembly(.010 =O.S.) 219 394348 Gear-Governor

PistonAssembly(.020"O.S.) 220 690412 Washer (GovernorLever)

PistonAssembly(.030" O.S.) 222 691023 Bracket-Control

Ring Set-Piston (Std.) 227 691048 ControlLever-Governor

Ring Set-Piston (.010 "O.S.) 231 690718 Screw (Choke Valve)

Ring Set-Pieton (.020 "O.S.) 240 691035 Filter-Fudi

Ring Set-Piston (.030 =O.S,) 252 690956 Element-Breather

Lock-PistonPin 256 690957 Retainer-Element

Pin-Piston 258 690308 Screw (Engine Sump)

Rod-Coonecting 265 691024 Claml>-Casing

Screw (ConnectingRod) 267 691044 Screw (CasingClamp)

Valve-Exhaust 276 690997 +lUSealing Washer

Valve-Intake 279 690097 Washer (Gov. Control Lever)

Spnng-Valve(Intake) 287 690960 Screw (DipstickTube)

Spring-Valve(F_xt_ust) 304 691004 Housing-Blower

Retainer-Valve 305 691005 Screw (Blower Housing)

Keeper-Valve 309 691262 Motor-Starter

ValveTappet 310 691263 Bolt-StarterMotor

Cam Sheft 311 691264 BrushSet

ShortBiock 332 690059 Nut (Flywheel)

Manifold-Intake 333 691060 Armatore-Magnsto

+lUGasket-lntake 334 691061 Screw (Armature)

+luGasket-lntake 337 691043 Spark Plug

Stud (Carburetor) 358 499889 Gasket Set

Screw (intakeManifold) 363 691062 Flywheel Puller

Screen-Rotating 383 690966 Wmoch-Spark Plug

Screw (RotatingScreen) 385 65O_60 Screw (Fuel Pump)

Washer (Flywheel) 387 691034 Pump-Fuel

Plug-Oil 404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank)

Screw (ThroftleValve) 405 690960 Screw (Back Plate)

IdleSpeed Kit 445 691007 Fiiter-AirCleanerCartridge

IPin-FloatHinge 447 691003 Screw (AirGuide Cover)

Walve-FloetNeedle 447A 690960 Screw (Air Guide Cover)

Valve-Choke 462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable)

Uet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main High Altitude) + Includedin GasketSet, Ref. No. 358

CarburetorOverhaul Kit I Inctudedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121

Spacer-Carburetor u IncludedinGasket Set, Ref. NO.977

Carburetor U Included inGasket Set, Ref. No. 1033

Valve-Throttle

ThrottleShaftKit NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

Float-Carburetor 1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272030

B&S ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

KEY

NO.

467

474

501

505

510

513

523

525

526

544

552

552A

556

562

573

578

579

601

615

616

628

633

635

654

668

691

697

703

718

726

741

742

750

783

788

789

797

798

801

802

803

847

851

855

865

865A

865B

868

871

877

878

881

883

914

818

PART KEY

NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

691008 Knob-AirCleaner 929

691064 Alternator 934

691185 Regulator 943

691029 Nut (Gov. ControlLever)

497606 Drive.Starter

692024 Clutch-Drive

691036 Dipstick

691037 DipstickTube

690960 Screw (Regulator)

Armature-Starter(Servicewith

691262 StarterMotor)

690552 Bushing-GovemorCrank

690553 Bushing-GovernorCrank

691183 Screw (Altemator)

690311 Bolt (Gov.Control Lever)

691009 Plata.Back

691208 Wire Assembly

691029 Nut (StarterCable)

691038 Clamp-Hose

690317 Retainer-GovernorShaft

691045 Crank-Govemor

690960 Screw (Fuel PumpBracket)

690998 luSeaI-Choke Shaft

691210 Boot*SparkPlug

690958 Nut (Carburetor)

691215 Spacer

690657 +Governor ShaftSeal

690372 Screw (Drive Cap)

69O010 Clip

690959 Pin-Locater

499612 Gear-Ring

690980 Gear-Timing

690328 E-Ring Retainer

691033 Screw (Oil PumpCover)

693058 Gear-Pinion

691039 Fuel Pump Bracket 1124

691220 Plamess-Widng

693167 Screw (BrushRetainer) 1125

690967 Screw (RockerArm) 1126

691283 Cep-Ddve 1127

691286 Cap-End 1128

Housing-Starter(Sen/ice with ----

691262 StarterMotor)

499602 Dipstick/TubeAssembly

691234 TerminaI-Cabla

691011 Adapter-Air

691012 Cover-AirGuide

691014 Cover-Air Guide

691015 Cover-Air Guide

690968 +U Seal-Valve

690969 Bushing-Guide

399916 Alternator Connector/Wire

691237 Hamess-Altemator

690999 Plata-Cover

690970 +U Gasket-Exhaust

690960 Screw (RockerCover)

691040 Hose-Vacuum

PART

NO.

691003

691058

690589

947 499809

965 499613

967 691016

968 499788

975 499810

977 499812

987 691000

993 690234

1005 691243

1006 691247

1013 690954

1017 690770

1019 690103

1022 690971

1023499599

1023A 499600

1024 499054

1026 690981

1026A 690982

1027 690041

1029 690972

1033 499890

1035 691042

1036 499783

1051 691265

1056 273694

1081 691032

1090 691293

1100 690973

1123 690987

DESCRIPTION

Screw (Choke Control Bracket)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

+ O-Ring Seal (Oil

Pump Cover)

Solanoid-Fuel

Oil PumpCover

Filtar-Pre-Cleaner

Cover-AirCleaner

Bowl-Roar

Gasket Set-Carburetor

luSeaI-ThrottleShaft

luGasket-plate

Fan-Flywheel

Retainer-Fan

Nipple-OilFilter

Oil PumpScreen

LabelKit

+UGasket-RockerCover

Cover-Rocker (CyLNo. 1)

Cover-Rocker (CyL No. 2)

Pump-Oil

Rod-Push(Steel)

Rod-Push (Aluminum)

Filter-Oil

RockerArm

Valve Overhaul Kit

Shaft-Pump

EmissionsLabel

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

+O-Ring Seal (DipstickTube)

Retainer-Brush

RockerArm Pivot

luO-RingSeal (Solanoid

Retainer)

690988 lu O-Ring SeeI-Fuel

TransferTube

690990 IScraw (cover Plate)

690991 Screw (Fuel TransferTube

690992 Screw (Float Bowl)

690990 tScrew (CarburetorNozzle)

407777-027-E1 ReplacementEngine

+ IncludedinGasket Set, Ref. No. 358

I IncludedinGasket Set, Ref. No. 121

u IncludedinGasket Set, Ref. No. 977

U IncludedinGasket Set, Ref. No. 1033

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inche_

1 inch= 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

_r _

SIGHTING "_

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15°MAX.

Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ]

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME s"(1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domiciUo

1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pibces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am-11pm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirectTM

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega adomicilio

1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center

in your area:

Call 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am-5 pm, Monday -Saturday

1-800-827-6655

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