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Owner's

Manual

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18.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
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AUTOMATIC

LAW

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Model No.
917.272121

° Safety
o Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
o Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment.

Sears, Roebuck

For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

1,.800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line
s am- 5pro,Mort-Sat

and Co., Hoffman Estates,

IL 60179

Warranty .................................................
2
Safety Rules ...........................................
2
Product Specifications
........................... 5
Assembly ................................................
8
Operation ..............................................
12
Maintenance Schedule ......................... 19

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

Maintenance .........................................
19
Service and Adjustments ...................... 23
Storage .................................................
30
Troubleshooting ....................................
31
Repair Parts .........................................
36
Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover

ON CRAFTSMAN

RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,
Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or
workmanship.
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn 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 accident 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 riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge° in-home warranty
service on your Craftsman riding equipment 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 equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be available 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 rights which may vary from state to
state°
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman

GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine
before starting.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate
the machine.
° Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked
up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

Estates, IL 60179

• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing°
...............
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do
not operate the mower without either
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.
• Slow down before turning.
° Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.

• Do nottry to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
° Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
o 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 unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
SLOPE

CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity° Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
° Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
° Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.

OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to lossof-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.
o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles_
• Use slow speed. Choose a tow gear so
that you wilt not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
o Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights 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.
o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
DO NOT:
° Donot turn or_ s!opes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
, Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
° Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.

SERVICE
o Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow engine to coo! before refueling. Do not
smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
° Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
° Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
° Never tamper with safety devices,
.........
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
° Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine running.
Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's
recommended parts,
when necessary.

o Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
° Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.

° Mow up and down slopes (!5 ° Max), not

o 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 absolutely 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.
o Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
° Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.

° 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.
o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you wilt not have to stop or shift
while on the sloper
° Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, if
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
° Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions, It means CAUTlON!!f BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

,_WARNING:
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

across°

_CAUTION:
In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.

PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS

MAINTENANCE

AGREEMENT

GASOLINE
CAPACITY
_ND TYPE:

3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail.able on this product. Contact your nearest
Sears store for details.

OIL TYPE
API-SFiSGiSH):

SAE 10W-30
(above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30
(below 32°F)

CUSTOMER

OIL CAPACITY:

W/FILTER:
4.2 PINTS
W/O FILTER: 3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
GAP: .040")

Champion RC12YC

• Read and observe the safety rule&
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.
° Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_,WARNING"
This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working
order by the operator°
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar taws. 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).

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0 - 4,5
(MPH):
REVERSE: 0- 2°0
TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI
REAR: 10 PSI
CHARGING
SYSTEM:

15 AMPS@ 3600 RPM

BATTERY:

AMP/HR:
30
MINo CCA: 280
CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT
TORQUE:

27-35 FT LBSo

RESPONSIBILITIES

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 technicians 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".

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE
('I) Shoulder Bolt
5/16-18

(I) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

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(2) Washers
3/t6 x 3/4 x
(3) Retainer Springs
(Double Loop)

(2) screws

#10 x 5/8
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(2) Lock

,_ 1Washers
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Parts packet separately

in carton

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Washers 3/8

Bolts
Video
Cassette

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x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

(2) Centerlock
Nuts

(2) Gauge Wheels
Steering
Wheel Insert

Steermg Wheel

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Assemblies

Mulcher
Plate

Manual

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Slope Sheet

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Steering
Sleeve

Steering
Sleeve Extension

Front Link Assemblies

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembted for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor
all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely° Use the correct tools
as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED
ASSEMBLY

FOR

A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.

are listed below.
(1) 3/4" wrench
(2) 1/2" wrench
(1) Utility knife
(1)Pliers

(I) 3/4" Socket w!
drive rachet
(1) Phillips Screwdriver
(t) Tire pressure
gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE
CARTON

TRACTOR

Wheel

Steering
Sleeve
Extension

TRACTOR

OFF

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 steering shaft.
• Align tabs and press steering 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 previously remove& Tighten securely.
° Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
° Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.

Steering
Adapter

FROM

UNPACK CARTON
o 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.
BEFORE
ROLLING
SKID
ATTACH STEERING

,
Steering

Steer ng _
Shaft
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Sleeve

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TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and
function of controls)
o Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
o Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.
° Place freewheel control in freewheeling
position to disengage transmission (See
'q'O TRANSPORT" in the Operation
section of this manual).
° Roll tractor forward off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
CONNECT BATTERY
° Lift hood to raised position°
° If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label (label

Seat
Seat Pan

located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps, (See "BATTERY" in
MAINTENANCE
section of this manual
for charging instructions).

Flat Washer
Adjustment

Label

Knob

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.
o Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on pag_
5 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor
check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See '%0 ADJUST BRAKE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual,

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.

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.
o Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor,

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. Install
belt into electric clutch pulley groove.
o 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 raisefront of mowerto 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.
o 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_
o Turn height adjustment knob clockwise
to remove slack from mower suspension.
° Raise mower to highest position.
° Assemble gauge wheels (See TO
ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS in the
Operation section of this manual).
CHECK MOWER

LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be
properly leveled. See 'q-O LEVEL
MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER
ALL BELTS

POSITION

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade
drive belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify that the
belts are routed correctly.

Front

Chassis
Bracket
Shoulder
Bolt

Doubfe Loop
Retainer Spring
(Outward pointing
deck pins)

Suspension
Arms

Suspension
Brackets

Front Mower
Bracket

Single Loop
Retainer Springs
3/8
3/8-16
Center
Locknut
Use Pliers For
Retainer Springs

Discharge Guard

Double Loop
Retainer Spring
Anti-Sway
Bar
Idler
Pulley

v' CHECKLIST

INSTALL MULCHER
PLATE
• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate
using screw, washer, lock washer, and
weld nut as shown°

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:
t," All assembly instructions have been
completed.
v" No remaining loose parts in carton_
v' Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
v' All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
v' Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-sideifront-to-rear
for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
v' Check mower and drive belts, Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
v' Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
v' Before driving tractor, be sure free.wheel control is in drive position.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch
hook by inserting weld nut from the top
with hook pointing down.
Tighten hard_
ware securely.
° Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.
° Place front of mulcher plate over front of
mower deck opening and slide into
place, as shown°
° Hook front latch into hole on front of
mower deck.
• Hook rear latch into hole on back of
mower deck.
_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
DISCHARGING

TO BAGGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safe place. Your mower is now ready for
discharging or installation of optional grass
catcher accessory,

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades. The mulcher blades are designed
for discharging and bagging also.
Weld Nut
from the To
Hook Points
Lock
Washer
Latch
Weld
Hook
Nut

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.
,I" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
,/ Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition_
/ It is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper starting and
transmission purging instructions (See
"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION"
in the Operation
section of this manual).

Nut
Latch
Lock
Washer
Mulcher

Washer

_-----Screw

Plate

Deflector
Shield

Latch

Hooks
11

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.
[.earn and understandtheir meaning.

4_
BATTERY

CAUTION OR
WARNING

REVERSE

FAST

FORWARD

SLOW

6i
A

ENGINE

FUEL

ENGINE

OFF

CHOKE

OIL PRESSURE

MOWER

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

LIGHTS ON

HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

UNLOCKED

MOWER

LIFT

L
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

LOW

HIGH

KEEP AREA CLEAR
IGNITION

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

(SEE SAFETY

PARKING

SLOPE

BRAKE

HAZARDS

RULES SECTION)

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL
(Hydro Models only)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

KNOW

YOUR

TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
TRACTOR
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Light Switch
Position
Ignition
Switch

Ammeter

Attachment
Clutch Switch
Throttle Control
Plunger
Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake
Control

Attachment
Lift Lever

Choke
Brake
Height
Adjustment
Knob

Motion
Control Lever

Freewheel
Control
Speed
3MPH _
2MPH
tMPH

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Our tractors conform to the safety standards
National Standards
Institute.
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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used
to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting
a cold engine.
LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on
and off.
THROTTLE: Used to control engine
speed.
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL: Used for
declutching and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages
transmission for pushing or slowly towing
the tractor with the engine off.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
KNOB: Used to

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adjust the mower cutting height.
MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the
speed and direction of the tractor.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to
raise and lower the mower deck or other
attachments mounted to yodrtra_ct0r.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release
attachment lift lever when changing its
position.
IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and
stopping the engine.
AMMEi;ER: Indicates batte_ charging (+)
or discharging (-)°
PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake
into the brake position.
13

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses
or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or
repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stare
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.

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,

TO SET PARKING BRAKE
o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
=BRAKE" position and hold.
° Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure
from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should
remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure
parking brake will hold tractor secure.
Throttle
Control

Push-In to

Attachment Clutch
Switch Pull Out To
"Engage"

"Brake"
-Position

"Engaged"

Position

° Never use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT:
Leaving the ignition switch
in any position other than "OFF" will cause
the battery to be discharged, (dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when
tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when
stopping tractor on grass areas_
,_ CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, 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 throti tle reduces the battery charging rate.
Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.
CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a
Pedal "Drive"
"Disengaged"
warm
engine.
Position
Position
= To engage choke control, pull knob out.
STOPPING
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
MOWER BLADES
The direction and speed of movement is
• To stop mower blades, move attachcontrolled by the motion control lever°
ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"
° Start tractor with motion control lever in
position.
neutral (N) position.
GROUND DRIVE ° Release parking brake and clutch/brake
o To stop ground drive, depress
.... pedal
clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"
° Slowly move motion control lever to
position.
desired position.
= Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
NOTE: The effort to move the motion conposition.
trol lever will reduce after the first few
IMPORTANT: The motion control lever
hours of use. This is normal.
does not return to neutral (N) position
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
The cutting height is controlled by turning
the height adjustment knob in desired
ENGINE direction.
= Move throttle control to slow position.
° Turn knob clockwise (C,) to raise cutting
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to
height.
14

• Turn knob counterclockwise (,.3)to
lower cutting heighL
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. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon
soil conditions, height of grass and types
of grass being mowed.
o The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches during
hot months_ For healthier and better
looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth_
• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice° Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

° Select desired height of cut.
• Lower mower with attachment lift control.
= Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.
° TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.
Attachment

Switch Pull Out To

"Enga_
Push In To

_Disengage"

_'\

Discharge

<--_

,_CAUTION:
Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, on
mowers so equipped, or the discharge
guard in place.
TO OPERATE ON HILLS
_kCAUTION:
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 starting up or down hills.
° Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.
o If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
° If stopping is absolutely necessary, push
clutchlbrake pedal quickly to brake posi,tion and engage parking brake°
° Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position
when the clutchlbrake pedal is depressed.
• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
° Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.
• Make all turns slowly.

"_,_
(_
_'t.L
"_.._

3/8 Washer_
Gauge Wheel ---"

TO OPERATE

Low
;_Position

Gauge Wheel
_
Mounting.
_---_i-_
3/8-16

Attachment
Lift Lever
High Position

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground when
mower is at the desired cutting height in
operating position. Gauge wheels then
keep the deck in proper position to help
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
° Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a
flat level surface°
° Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See '%0 ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in the Operation section of
this manual).
o With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground.
Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole
with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/816 locknut and tighten securely.
o Repeat for opposite side installing
gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Bracket

Clutch

TO TRANSPORT

MOWER

When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission _bYp[a£!ng
freewheel control in freewheeling position.
Freewheel control is located at the rear
drawbar of tractor.

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.
15

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh

• Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
• Pull freewheelcontrol knob out and hold
in position by inserting retainer spring
into forward hole of control rod.

hess.

IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32 F(0 C), use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting.

o Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH.
• To reengage transmission, reverse
above procedure,
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.).

,_kWARNING: 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 emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let
it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See
Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

TOWING
CARTS AND OTHER
ATTACHMENTS
Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use
common sense when towing. Too heavy of
a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.
Tires can lose traction with the ground and
cause you to lose control of your tractor.

,_kCAUTION: 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.
o Be sure freewheel control is in the
transmission engaged position=
• Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set
parking brake.
• Place motion control lever in neutral (N)
position.
o Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.
o Move throttle control to fast position
° Pull choke control out for a cold engine
start attempt. For a warm engine start
attempt the choke control may not be
needed.

BEFORE
STARTING
THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
• The engine in your tractor has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled
with summer weight oil.
° Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.
• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick
into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the
itube. Do not thread the cap onto the
tube° Remove and read oil level. If necessary, 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 CHART" in the Customer
: Responsibilities section of this manual).
_ To change engine oil, see the Customer
_ Responsibilities section in this manual.
_DD

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, push choke control in, wait a
few minutes and try again. If engine still
does not start, pull the choke control out
and retry.

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.
16

PURGE TRANSMISSION

WARM WEATHERSTARTING(50° F
AND ABOVE)
• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins to run
smoothly. If the engine starts to run
roughly,pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue
to pushthe control in slowly.
o The attachmentsand 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.

,_CAUTION:
Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is
running.
To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor
for the first timer This procedure will
remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during
shipping of your tractor.
IMPORTANT: Should your transmission
require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor.
, Place tractor safely on level surface with
engine off and par.kin.g brake seL
, Disengage transmlss=on by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position
(See '%0 TRANSPORT" in this section
of manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position° With motion
control lever in neutral (N) position,
slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal
• Move motion control lever to full forward
position and hold for five (5) seconds.
Move lever to full reverse position and
hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this
procedure three (3) times.
NOTE: During this procedure there will be
no movement of drive wheels. The air is
being removed from hydraulic drive system.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position. Shut off engine and set parking
brake,
• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See
"TO TRANSPORT" in this section of
manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With
motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake
pedal.
• Slowly move motion control lever forward; after the tractor moves approximately_five.(5) feet, slowly move motion
control lever to revei:se p_sitioh_ After .....
the tractor moves approximately five (5)
feet return the motion control lever to
the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever
three (3) times.
• Your tractor is now purged and ready for
normal operation.

COLD WEATHERSTARTING(50° F AND
BELOW)
• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins to run
smoothly.Continue to push the choke
control in small steps allowing the
engine to accept small changes in
speed and load, until the choke control
is fully in. If the engine starts to run
roughly,pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue
to push the control in slowly,This may
require an engine warm-up period from
several seconds to several minutes,
depending on the temperature.
AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONWARM-UP
* Before driving the unit in cold weather,
the transmission should be warmed up
as follows:
,Be sure the tractor is on level ground.
• Place the motion control lever in
neutral. Release the parking brake and
let the clutch/brake slowly return to
operating position_
,Allow one minute for transmission to
warm up. This can be done during the
engine warm up period.
o The attachments can be used during
the engine warm-up period after the
transmission has been warmed up and
may require the choke control be pulled
out slightly.
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

MULCHING

• Tire chains cannot be used when the
mower housing is attached to tractor.
o Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance. See '%0
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 distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
o When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings wilt discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow
in the opposite direction making left
hand turns until finished,
o If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and possible 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 undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.
o Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing
performance and proper discharge of
material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the
mower 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 attachment being used.

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash, Clean after each use_
° The special mulching blade will recut
the grass clippings many times and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into the
grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn, Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades,
• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is weL
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,
o For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off
only the top one4hird of the grass
blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut on each pass
and mow slowly.
° Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings, When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicular to
the first cut path.
° Change your cutting pattern from week
to week, Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting and
graining of the lawn.

MOWING

TIPS

Max 1/3

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES
i i i illlllllll

REGULAR

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i

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SERVICE

_'_./,_"4_J

CheckCheck
OperationTire
BrakePressure

SERVICE

DATES

.....................

Lubrication Chart

Check

Mower Blades

Sharpen/Replace

...............

C'he'ck for Loose Fasteners

Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems

R
A

........................

.................

..........

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'"'

Battery Level

, ......

.......

Transaxle

Cooling

Adjust

Blade Belt(s) Tension

......

Clean Battery and Terminals
Check

.......

: if

,........

.........

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension ....

....

......

I[vfs

.....

Check Engine Oil Level
Change

Engine

Oil

_.;_,3

CleanAirF,ter

Clean Air Screen

..........

G
/

Insp'e'ct
MumeriSpark
Attester ..........

..............

1_2

Replace Oil Filter (}f equipped)

_,_
i

Ctean Engine
Replace

Cooling

Fins

...........

Spark Plug

Re---'placeAir Filter Paper Cartridlg_',,",,'

2 * Service

more
mere

3 _ it eq#tpped

4 -RepIace

often when
often when

with oil lilter,

, ,,

opereUng
vperaling
change

under

a heavy

tempere_res

5 = If equipped

in d_dy or dusty condigene,

oil every

6 - Not

RECOMMENDATIONS

BEFORE

EACH

USE

Check engine oil level
Check blake operation.
Check tire pressure.
Check operator presence and interlock
systems for proper operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.

required

.........

with ad_uetabte
if equipped

system

with

maintensnce-free

better_

7 - T_ghten front axle p_votbott to 35 ff,,-lbs maximum
Do not overtighten

50 hours

The warranty on this tractor does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty, operator must maintain
tractor as instructed in this manual. Some
adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.
o Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and
check blades and belts for wear., A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your
engine run better and last longer.
°
•
°

,u,,ull

{c_ad or" in high arrbienl

btedes mere often when mowing in sandy soil

GENERAL

:
I_

1##'2

R_eplace Fuel Fiiter
1 - Change

LUBRICATION

CHART

@S
Zerk

Spindle
f_::

Zerk
Front
Wheel

O Front Wheel
Bearin¢

Bearing
Zerk

O Engine,

O
Clutch
Piv or(s)

,..

@ SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OIL
O General Purpose Grease
O Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot
points which have special nylon bear-ings.
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.
19

TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
BRAKE OPERATION
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in highest
gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See
=TOADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).
TIRES
o Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 3 of this manual).
° Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm rubber.
° Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to stow 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 interlock systems are working propedyo 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 resultsmower blades must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.

IMPORTANT; To ensure proper assembly,
center hole in blade must align with star
on mandrel assembly.
o 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.
Mandrel
Trailing
Edge

Assembly
Center
Hole

Lock

_- Hex Bolt (Grade 8',
*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be
identified by six lines on the belt headr

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.
o 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 instructions supplied with baiancer).
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may
appear to be centered, but are not.
o 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 horizontal position. If either end of the blade
moves downward, sharpen the heavy
end until the blade is balanced.
Center Hole
./ /

or P=n_

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.

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
20 lifeo

- Keep battery and terminals clean.

ENGINE
LUBRICATION

• Keep battery bolts tight.
° Keep small vent holes open.
° Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

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 temperature_
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 starting the engine and after each eight (8)
hours of operation° Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil
level.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals 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 manual).

TO CHANGE

Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. AII oil must meet API
service classification SF, SG, or SH.
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.
° Oi! 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,
o After oil has drained completely, replace
oil drain plug and tighten securely_
o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly, Do not overfill.
For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 5 of
this manual.
° Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking level, insert dipstick into the
tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube.
Do not thread the cap onto the tube
when taking reading.
Keep oil at
"FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when finished.

V-BELTS
Check V-beJts 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

ENGINE OIL

COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins
should be kept clean to assure proper
cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the
transmission is hot.
° Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan
blades are intact and clean.
° Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent
damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to
clean cooling fins.

N_/__Air

__-,)
CLEAN
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory
and fluid maintenance is not required for
the life of the transaxle. Should the
transaxle ever leak or require servicing,
contact your nearest authorized service
center.

Screen

_ ._,

Oil Fiii
Cap/Dipstick

AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn
dried gum fibers.
21

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS
To insure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, cooling fins, and other
external surfaces of the engine are kept
clean at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins
and external surfaces as necessary. Make
sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.
NOTE:
Operating the engine with a
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
cooling fins, and!or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to
overheating.
AIR FILTER

Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure
by tightening knob.
Foam
Pre-cle._

Cartridge _,
__

Cartridg____RuXubb_r

Kno __y

Seat

ENGINE OIL FILTER
Reptace the engine oil filer every season
or with every second oil change if the tractor is used more than t00 hours in one

Your engine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter° Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation or every
season. Service paper cartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty
conditions.
• Loosen knob and remove cover.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
° Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.
° Wash it in liquid detergent and water.
o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it
to dry.
° Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.
NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge
or use pressurized air, as this will damage
the cartridge°
o Remove nut and cartridge plate.
° Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and
oiled) over the paper cartridge.
° Check rubber seal for damage and
proper position around stud. Replace if
necessary.
° Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate,
and nut.

year.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage°
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
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 carburetor, replacement is required.
o With engine coot, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.
• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
° Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
clam.ps are properly positioned.
Cl amp

Clamp

CLEANING

We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out° Water
in engine can result in a shortened engine
lifeo

• 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 automotive type wax.

,&CAUTION:
Before performing any service or adjustments:
o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
, Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"
position.
° Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.
o Make sure the blades and al! moving parts have completely stopped.
- Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come

in contact with plug.
......................

TRACTOR

Suspension
Arms

..........................

::= --;---

, 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 REMOVE MOWER
o Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
- Turn height adjustment knob to lowest
setting.
* Lower mower to its lowest position.
* Remove retainer spring holding antiswaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.
° Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms
from deck.
o Raise attachment lift to its highest positiono
Adjustment
Nuts

, ,,L,±

TO INSTALL

MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL
MOWER AND DRIVE BELT* in the
Assembly section of this manual.

Front
Lift
Links

Front Mower
Bracket

Bracket

Chassis
Bracket_
Front
Suspension
•Bracket
Retainer
Springs
Front Mower
Bracket

Retainer
Spring
Anti-Sway
Bar
Retainer
Springs
23

TO LEVEL MOWER

HOUSING

Check adjustment on right side of tractor,
Measure distance "D" directly in front and
behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.
° Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are
equal in length. Both links should be
approximately
10-3/8".
° If links are not equal in length, adjust
one link to same length as other link.
o To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"
on both front links an equal number of
turn&
- When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"
against trunnion on both front links.
, To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"
from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut "E" on both front links an
equal number of turns,
° When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against
trunnion on both front links.
° Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS").
If tires are
over or underinflated, you will not properly
adjust your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE

ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.
° At the midpoint of both sides of mower,
measure height from bottom edge of
mower to ground.
Distance "A" on both
sides of mower should be the same or
within 1/4" of each other.
° If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
o To lower one side of mower, Ioose.q 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.

Mandrel

Bottom

o,
Bottom

f Cud

Both Front Links Shoul d be Equal in Length
Suspension
Arm

Lift Link Adjustment

Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-toside° If the following front-to-back adjust._
ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both
front links equally so mower will stay
level side4o-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.

Trunnion

Front .....
Links

TO REPLACE
MOWER

MOWER

DRIVE BELT

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 pulley.
° Roll belt into upper groove of left hand
mandrel putleyo
° Carefully check belt routing making sure
belt is in the grooves correctly and
inside belt keepers.
• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

• Park tractor on a level surface. Engage
parking brake.
• Remove screws from left hand mandrel
cover and remove cover.
• Roll belt over the top of left hand mandrel 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 surface.
o Check primary idler arm and two idlers
to see that they rotate freely°
° Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing.
Left Hand
Mandrel
Cover

Screws

Idler
Pulleys

Electric
Clutch

Mower
Drive Belt

Left
Mandrel

Primary
IdlerArm

Belt
Keepers

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
BELT
Park the tractor on level surface° Engage
parking brake.
• Remove mower drive belt (See 'q-O
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in
this section of this manual).
• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
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 pulley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel
pulley.
= Remove any dirt or grass which may
have accumulated around mandrels and
entire upper deck surface.
Left Hand
Mandrel

° Check secondary idler arm and idler to
see that they rotate freely.
o Be sure spring is hooked in secondary
idler arm and sway-bar bracket.
o 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
"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"
in the Assembly section of this manual).
° Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in
this section of this manual).

Mower Blade
Drive Belt

Center
Mandrel

Idler

Right Hand
Mandrel
Cover
Secondary
Idler Arm
Spdng
Bracket

TO ADJUST

Screw

BRAKE

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable
brake system which is mounted on the
side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage
parking brake.
o Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
° If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".
° 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 service center/department.
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Jam Nut

Operating

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized service center/department
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.)

o Disconnect clutch wire harness.
• Remove clutch Iocator.
o Remove be!t from stationary idler and
clutching idler.
, Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Carefully remove belt upwards from
transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades.
o Pull belt toward front of tractor and
remove downwards from around electric
clutch.
- Install new belt by reversing above procedureo
Electric

--_.E.._. .__

Clutch

ocknut

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER
The front wheel toeqn and camber are not
adjustable on your tractor, tf 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 whee! hub and axle. Insert square
key.
o 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.

Locator

Stati°nary"1-1l I
Transrnissio_

r__djustment

Clutch

I_t

Clutchin_

Idler

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering
wheel and reassemble per instructions in
the Assembly section of this manual.

I1"/
__

IJ Clutch

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER
The motion control lever has been preset
at the factory and adjustment should not
be necessary..
If for any reason the motion control lever
will not hold its position while at a selected
speed, it may be adjusted at the friction
pack located on the right side of transmission.
° Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF" position, and engage parking brake.
° Adjust motion control lever by tightening
adjustment Iocknut one half (1/2) turn.
NOTE: if for any reason the effort to move
the motion control lever becomes too
excessive, reverse the above adjustment
procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 to 1/2
turn.
Road test tractor after adjustment
repeat procedure if necessary.

Washers

Retaining
Rin(
Axle Cover-J_
Square Ke_ (Rear Wheel Only)
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK
BATTERY
..
,&CAUTION:
Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from batterie& Always wear eye protection when
around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to sta_ the
engine, it should be recharged. (See
"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual).

and

TRANSMISSION
REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT
Should your transmission require removal
for service or replacement, it should be
purged after reinstallation and before
operating the tractor. See "PURGE
TRANSMISSION"
in the Operation section
of this manual
27

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehicle must also be a t2 volt
negativegrounded system, Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles,
TO ATTACHJUMPER CABLES • Connect each end of the RED cable to
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against
chassis_
o 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 REMOVECABLES, REVERSE
ORDER ° BLACK cable first from chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.
° RED cable last from both batteries.

Tighten securely.
• Close terminal access
° Close hood.
Keps Nut_.._
Terminal _,:_1_,[._
Access _::" _
r_. "_-_i::_

,_-_-_
_
_L
L_
"_--.L._

,.,,.,v,
__(Red)
Terminal :=!
nal-::_
I _
Guard

doors.

._j_HexBolt
___,,)_
/ Positive
Cable

Negative

_,_,(Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE
HEADLIGHT
BULB
° Raise hood.
° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the
o Replace bulb in
holder securely
backside of the
. Close hood.

grill.
holder and push bulb
back into the hole in the
grill,

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your
tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
o Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section of this
manual.

(_)

REPLACING

TO REPLACE FUSE
Replace with 30 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is tocated
behind the dash.
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY
° Raise hood.

BATTERY

_kCAUTION:
Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other
object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc_
Positive terminal must be connected first
to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.
° Lift hood 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.
o First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt
and keps nut a's shown. Tighten securely.
° Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with
remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

° 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_
(_od
Headlight

Wire
Connector
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the
emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers
expense, may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or indi_
vidual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.
28

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary,proceed as follows:
• With engine not running, move throttle
control lever to fast position_
• Check that speed control lever is
against stop screw. If it is not, loosen
casing clamp screw and pull throttle
cable until lever is against screw,
Tighten clamp screw securely.
Idle

:ing Needle
Idle Speed
Screw
Throttle
Control
Cable
Control
Cable

Stop

Screw
Clamp Screw
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:
• With engine not running, move choke
control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.
o Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke
(See "AIR FILTER" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).
° Choke should be closed. If it is not,
loosen casing clamp screw and move
choke cable until choke is completely
closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely,
• Reassemble air cleaner.
Closed for Full
Choke

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been present at the
factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may
be required to compensate for differences
in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the 29

carburetor does need adjustment, proceec
as follows:
In general, turning the adjusting needles
in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fue
to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out
Icounterctockwise)
increases the supply o
uel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air
mixture.
IMPORTANT:
Damage to the needles
and the seats in carburetor may result if
screw is turned in too tight,
PRELIMINARY SETTING • Be sure you have a clean air filter, and
the throttle control cable is adjusted
properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE
CONTROL CABLE" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).
° With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting
needle in (clockwise) closing it finger
tight and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1 turn.
FINAL SETTING • Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make final adjustments with
engine running and shift/motion control
lever in neutral (N) position.
• The high idle is set at the factory and
cannot be adjusted.
• Idle speed setting - With throttle control
lever in slow position, engine should
idle at 1200 RPM. tf engine idles too
slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting
screw in or out until correct idle is
attained.
• Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle
control lever in slow position, turn idle
fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise) until
engine speed decreases and then turn
out (counterclockwise)
approximately
3/4 turn to obtain the best low speed
performance°
• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces saryo
ACCELERATION
TEST ° Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,
turn idle fuel adjusting needle out
(counterclockwise)
1/8 turn_ Repeat test
and continue to adjust, if necessary,
until engine accelerates smoothly.
High speed stol_ is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust-damage may result.
IMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed, Overspeeding the
engine above the facory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed
high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department,
which has
proper equipment and experience to make
any necessary" adjustments.

Also, 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.
. Drain the fuel tank.
• Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
° Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
° Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container. Run engine
at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

Immediatelyprepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
,_ CAUTION:

Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
TRACTOR

•

Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. This will allow you to clean it thoroughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,
etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
° Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this manual).
• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in 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 surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATrERY
° Fully charge the battery for storage.
o After a period of time in storage, battery
may require recharging.
- To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of
this manual).
° After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot
come in contact with battery terminals.
o
If battery is removed from tractor for
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.

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)o
° Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug
hole(s) into cylinder(s).
° Turn ignition key to "START" position for
a few seconds to distribute oil.
• Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
o Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
o Replace your gasoline can if it starts to
rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will
cause problems.
o If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt.
- Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture.
Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe, which allows condensation to
form and cause your tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT:
Never cover tractor while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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.
30

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Will not start

CHART
CAUSE
o

CORRECTION

Out of fuelo

• Engine not "CHOKED"
erly,
• Engine flooded,

prop-

• Bad spark plugo
• Dirty air filter°
• Dirty fuel filter.
• Water in fuel.

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•

Engine valves out of adjustmenL
Dirty air filter,
Bad spark plugo
Weak or dead battery,
Dirty fuel filter,
Stale or dirty fuel.

•
•
°
•
•

- Loose or damaged wiring.
• Carburetor out of adjustment.

Engine valves out of adjustment,
Engine will not turn
ove r

• Clutch/brake pedal not
depressed_
o Attachment clutch is engaged.
• Weak or dead battery.
• Blown fuse.
• Corroded battery terminals.
° Loose or damaged wiring.
° Faulty ignition switch.
• Faulty solenoid or starter.
Faulty operator presence
switch(es).

Engine clicks but will
not start

attempting to starL
Replace spark plug.
Clean/replace air filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fue! filter.
• Check all wiring.
• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized service
center.

° Loose or damaged widngo
• Carburetor out of adjustment°

Hard to start

• Fill fuel tank°
• See "TO START ENGINE" in
Operation section.
• Wait several minutes before

• Weak or dead battery.
• Corroded battery terminals°

Clean/replace air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace battery°
Replace fuel filter°
Drain fuel tank and reffil with
fresh gasoline.
• Check all wiring°
• See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized service
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 service
center,
• Recharge or replace battery,
• Clean battery terminals.

Loose or damaged widn_j. " .... ' . Check all wiring,
Faulty solenoid or starter.
• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
Loss of power

• Cutting too much grass/too
fast°
• Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
• Build-up of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
• Dirty air filter,
• Low oil leve!/dirty oil.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.
• Adjust throWe control.
• Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Clean/replace air filter.
• Check oil level/change oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART
,i

PROBLEM

CORRECTION

CAUSE
, ,,,u,,,,,

Loss of power (cont'd)

- Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
° Replace fuel filter
• Drain fuel tank and refill with

Faulty spark plug

• Dirty fuel filter.
o Stale or dirty fuel
Water in fuel.

Spark plug wire loose.
°
•
o
•

Dirty engine air screen/fins.
Dirty/clogged muffler°
Loose or damaged widng.
Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjustment.

fresh gasoline.,
• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh gasoline and
replace fuel filter°
• Connect and tighten spark plug
wire°
• Clean engine air screen/fins.
o Clean/replace muffler,
• Check all wiring.
° See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments
section_
• Contact an authorized service
center.

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Excessive

vibration

o Worn, bent or loose blade.
° Bent blade mandrel.
° Loose/damaged part(s).

Engine continues to
run when operator
leaves seat with at
tachment clutch
engaged
i ,ll,,

Poor

cut - uneven

• Faulty operator-safety
ence control system.

pres-

° Replace blade.
"lqghten blade
bolt.
• Replace blade mandrel
= Tighten loose part(s), Replace
damaged parts.
• Check wiring, switches and connections. If not
corrected, contact an authorized
service center/
departmenL
,i I,l,,H,I,JH,JH,IL

• Worn, bent or loose blade.
o Mower deck not level.
. Buildup of grass, leaves, and
trash under mower.
o Bent blade mandrel.
o Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.

i i,,,

• Obstruction in clutch mechanism.
• Worn/damaged mower drive
belt,
• Frozen idler pulley,
• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Remove obstruction.

° 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.

• Replace mower ddve belt.
° Replace idler pulley°
• Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

Engine speed too slow.

° Travel speed too fast.
° Wet grass.
• Mower deck not level
° Low/uneven tire air pressure.
• Wom, bent or loose blade.

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llll ,iH,

Mower blades will not
rotate

I I, ,,

• Replace blade° Tighten blade
bolto
o Level mower deck
• Clean underside of mower housing.
• Replace blade mandrel,
• Clean around mandrels to open
vent holes.

,,,

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART
CAUSE

, PROBLEM

CORRECTION
,,,,,,,,

Poor grass discharge
(cont'd)

,,,

L Li

J* ,uL

• 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.

Headlight(s) not work
ing (if so equipped)

•
•
•
•
•

Battery will not charge

Switch is "OFF'.
Bulb(s) burned out.
Faulty light switch_
Loose or damaged wiring.
Blown fuse.

•
•

Bad battery cell(s).
Poorcabte connections,

Faulty regulator (if so
equipped)_
• Faulty alternator.
•

Freewheel control in "disen-

gaged" position.
• Motion drive belt worn, damaged or broken.
° Air trapped in transmission
during shipment
or servicing.
Engine "backfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"

• 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 connections.
Replace fuse.

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•

Loss of drive

o Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Replace mower drive belt.
o Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.

Engine throttle control not set
at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

° Replace battery.
° Check/clean all connections.
• Replace regulator.
• Replace alternator.
• Place freewheel control in
"engaged" position.
• Replace motion drive belt.
° Purge transmission°

Move throttle control to "SLOW"
position and allow to idle for 30
seconds before stopping
engine.

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.272121

SCHEMATIC

BLACK

BATTERY
SOLENOID
1_

FUSE30 AMP.

....

(OPTIONAL)
AMMETER

WH_E

,
)G

STARTER

A_0

IGNITION
SWITCH
t

- ....

FL¥-L";
NE

BLUE

)

SPARK

IGNITION
UNIT

FUEL SHUT-OFFSOLENOID

L_
PLUGSGAP
I "_, (2
PLUGSON v
TWIN CYL ENGINES)

CHARGING
SYSTEM OU[PLN15 AMP OC O 3600 RPM

.oT=l 1

IGNITION SWITCH
POSITIONCIRCUIT "MAKE"
OFF

_ + G + A 1, , NONE
RUNfLIGHT B + A1
A+ Y
RUN
START

B ÷ A1
3 + S + A1

NONE
NONE

YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCEBECAUSE OF THIS, THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

BROWN

87
B_,CK

86 I 85
u30
RELAY

GFC
PTO SWITCH

LZosiT,o.!

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IFWIRING INSULATED
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

HEADLIGHTS

_
|

C,RCUrrI

; c+Q,8+N l

IC.; F,--.'.'.'.'.'.'.-B
+ E,-_+D I

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.272121

ELECTRICAL

_
I

7O
40
26

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.272121

ELECTRICAL

KEY

PART

NO.

t
2
8
10
11
12
16
18
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
33
40
42
43
45
50
55
70
80
81

DESCRIPTION

163465
Battery
74760412
Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4
7603J
Tray, Batter./
145211
Bolt, BtrFront 1/4-20 x7-1/2
150109
Holddown Battery Front Mount
145769
Nut, Push NyTon Battery Front 1/4
153664
Switch interlock Push-In
17720408
Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2
STD551125
Washer, Lock 1/4
73350400
Nut, Hex, Jam I/4-20
161785
Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)
4152J
Light Bulb
8860R
Cable, Battery
146148
Cable, Battery
108824X
Fuse
73510400
NutKeps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
145491
Cable, Ground
160784
Switch, Seat
163968
Switch, Ignition
140403
Key, Molded, Craftsman
164098
Harness, Ignition
131563
Cover, Terminal
145673
Solenoid
122822X
Ammeter Rectangular 15Amp
154963
Switch Pro 3 Pdt Red Delta 96
17490508
ScrewThdrol
5/16-18 x 1/2
157540
Harness Eng Kohl Cv It IPC/PC
144685 t_,_U,::.Plamess Clutch Evx
109748X
Relay Asm

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

160

54
58
54
155

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

160392
140356
17490612
163976
STD533710
't63455
163456
161023X558
164655
17521312
162026
19131312
STD541437
160564X558
161235
154791X558
139976
17490508
139886
139887
161464
161236
110436X
STD533707
162026
STD541437
158418
156095
154966
154207
156524
161897
161900
163805
163806
162037
155123
162967
164769

Chassis
Drawbar
Screw, Thd,, Roll+ 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT
Dash, Stealth YTGT 2 cyl
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1
Panel, Dash, LH
Panel, Dash, RH
Hood Assembly
Extrusion Bumper
Screw Sltd Hex Hd w/PtnWasher
Plate Battery Styt
Washer 13/32 x 13/16x t2 Gauge
Locknut, Hex, wffhInsert 3/8-16 UNC
Grille, MS-558
Lens, Grille
Fender/Footrest
Bracket, Fender/Support
Screw, Thdrol+ 5/16-I8 x t/2 TYT
Pivot Bracket Assembly,LH, Mower,Rear
Pivot Bracket Assembly,RH, Mower, Rear
Screw HexWshd 8+18x 7/8
Duct Hood Stealth
Bushing, Snap, Split
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8+16UNC x 3/4
Dash Lower STYT
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Bracket Suspension Front
Plate ReinfomementSTLT
Backrest Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Footrest STLT
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Bracket Dash Stealth Rh
Bracket Dash Stealth Lh
Striker Plate Stealth
Magnet Stealth Ytgt
ParkingBrake Bkrt
Cupholder Stl Blk
Fastner Nutpal
Pinch-Welt Hood

1
2
3
9
10
11
13
17
18
19
20
25
26
28
29
30
31
37
38
39
54
58
59
60
64
74
140
t42
143
I44
145
154
t55
156
157
158
159
160
161

NOTE:

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR""
GROUND

MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

DRIVE

100

48
150
151

22
77

26
105
lOO

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121
GROUND DRIVE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
8
9
10
16

150071B
142431
143995
154792
160889
76020416
73800500

74780616

73800600

20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
32
33

150280
130564
145627
154978
73350600
106888X
19131316
76020412
145204
124236X
130807
74760512
72140506

34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42

155071
120183X
19211616
1572H
123674X
74760644
4470J
154777
19t313t2

47
48
49
50
51
52
53
55
56
57
59
61

127783
154407
123205X
74760624
73680600
73680500
t05710X
t05709X
74760620
140294
140312
17490612

8883R

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Transaxle Assembly
Spring, Return, Brake
Pulley, Transaxle
Rod Shift Hydro LT
Clutch Elec Evx
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD
Nut Lock Hex W/In& 5/16-18
Unc
BoltFinHex
3/8-16Uncxl
Gr 5
Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16
Unc
Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4-t/4 5 Ga,
Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13
Rod, Brake Hydro
Bracket Asm Clutch Mtg Evx
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uric
Spring, Brake Rod
Washer
Pin Cotter t/8 x 3/4 CAD,
Rod, Parking Brake
Cap, Parking Brake
Bracket, Transaxle
Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x
3/4
Shaft, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer
Pin, Roll
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Bolt
Spacer, Split
Keeper, Belt Idler
Washer 13/32 x 13/I6 x 12
Gauge
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove
Beflcrank Clutch Grad Drw Stl
Retainer, Belt
Bolt
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc
Unk, Clutch

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Pulley, Engine
Washer

63
65
66
71

145868
10040700
154778
140158

t56347

74
75

121t99X
12t749X

Keeper Belt Engine Hydro
Strap Torque Lh Hydro
18/20" T
Strap Torque Rh Hydro
18/20" T
Spacer, Split
Washer 25/32 x 14/4 x 16

76
77
78

12000001
123583X
121748X

Gauge
E-Ring
Key, Square
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16

156046

82
83
84
86
87
88
89
90
93
94
95
96
97

123782X
19171216
161901
71208
19212016
12000008
t58388
124346X
142564
t40482
144643
4497H
140469

98
100
102
103

73510600
19111216
141322
73940800

104
105
106

t40156
71070516
74780520

144
145
146

19111016
74490540
74490536

Spring, Return, Clutch
Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

147

74490524

V-Belt, Ground Drive
Keeper, Center Span
ScrewThdrol, 3/8-16 x 3/4
Ty. "IT
Cover, Pedal

148
149
150
151

159103
122052X
150935
19133210

Gauge
Shaft Asm. Cross Hydro 20"
Tires
Spring Torsion T/A
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga
Red, Tie Hydro 20" Tires
Bushing
Washer 21132 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga..
Ring Klip #5304-62
Console, Shift
Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc
Line Fuel Hydro 4"
Fan, Hydro 7"
Control Bypass Hydro 20" "fires
Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad
Keeper Bolt Rh Hydro 0750
18/20"
Nut Keps Hex 3/8-16 Unc
Washer 11132x 3/4 x 16 Ga
Washer Bellville o501D x 1 50D
Nut Hex Jam Toptock 1/4-20
Unf
Arm, Control Hydro
Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x
I-1/4
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-t8 Gr 5
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 unc x
2-1/4
Bolt Fin Hex 5/1648 unc x
1-1/2
Spacer
Spacer Retainer Pm Mower
Bushing Nylon Collered
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga,

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.& inches
t inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR
STEERING

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

ASSEMBLY

L '
, ::F-"-_3o

° :::::-!::::.V:.,

_73

_42
62

\
47
65

/
/

34
35

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.272121

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
15
17
18
19
20
22
23
25
27
29
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
40
4t
42
43
46
47
62
65
66
67
68
72
73

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

159944
154427
156483
157473
6266H
121748X
19272016
12000029
3366R
156438
STD55tt37
73940800
154779
73901000
156543
57079
124035X
126684X
71200410
127501
154406
136874
17490612
139929
19111216
STD551131
73810500
155105
152927
159946
STD541537
159945
163888
121749X
121232X
6855M
156595
154780
154404
74781044
154429
19182411
160135

Steedng Wheet
Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL
Spindle Assembly, L°H.
Spindle Assembly, R°H_
Bearing, Race,Thrust, Hardened
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 × 16 Gauge
Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x I6 Gauge
Ring, Klip
Beadng, Steedng Column
Draglink Extended Slamped
Washer, Lock
Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf
BeadngAxle STLT/GT
Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-11 UNC
Shaft Assembly, Steedng
Washer,Thrust .515 x .750 x .033
Support, Shaft
Washer,Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x _062
Screw Hex Socket 1/4-20 x 5/8
Pittman Shaft Assembly
Bracket, Steering
Gear, Sector
Screw,Thd, RoiL 3/8-16 x 3/4
Rod, Tie
Washer 11/32x 3/4 x 16 Gai
Washer Lock Hvy Spro5/16
Locknut 5/16-24 Unf
Bushing, Steering
Screw
Insert, Steedng Wheel
Gripco Nut
Adaptor, Steedng Wheel
Boot, Steedng Shaft
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge
Cap, Spindle
Fitting, Grease
Kit Steering Asm Service
SpacerAxle
Beadng Arm Pittman
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4
Axle, Brace
Washer 9/16 Id x 1-1/2Od !1 G Zin
Steedng Sleeve Extension

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,So inches
1 inch = 25°4 mm

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.272121

ENGINE

i i

/
t OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENT
Spark Arrester

I
35

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.272!21

ENGINE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

164092

......

4
5
6
8
10
13
14
15
16
17
23
25
26
29
31
32
33
34
35
37
38
39
81
101
102

149723
146699
146700
150176
146629
244341-02
13280336
13200300
STD551237
17490624
159880
164415
73920600
137180
157103
161696
123487X
t06082X
17490512
8543R
.......
109227X
128861
M73030800
17151312

DESCRIPTION
Control,Throttle!Choke
Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No,,CV16S-43512
Muffler,Asm Twin Lo-Tone
Pipe Exhaust Lh Cv18/20
Pipe Exhaust Rh Cv18/20
Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 w/Sems
Shield Heat
Gasket (Order From Engine Mfg)
Nippie, Pipe
Elbow,Standard 90°, 3/8-t8 NPT
Washer, Lock
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 TT
Shield Bm/Dbr Guard
Control Choke
Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf
Arrestor, Spark
Tank, Fuel
Cap, Fuel Guage
Clamp, Hose
Pad Spacer
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3-4 Tyt
Line, Fuel
Plug, Oi! Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)
Pad idler
Nut Flange 1/4-20 StarterNut
Nut, FlangeM801,25
Screw Sitd Hex Hd w/Pin Washer

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

PART
NO.

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION

140123
Seat
140551
Bracket, Pivot,Seat
STD523710
Bolt
19131610
_ Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge
145006
Clip, Push-in Hinged
STD541437
Nut
124181X
Spdng, Seat
17490616
Screw,Thd., RolL 3/8-16 x 1
19131614
Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Gauge
!55925
Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn_
120068X
Knob Seat
121246X
Bracket, Switch Mounting

PART
NO.

13
14
15
16
17
18
21
22
24

121248X
72050412
134300
121250X
123976X
124238X
153236
STD541431
19171912

1270t8X

DESCRIPTION
Bushing, Snap
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
Spacer, Split .28 x .88
Spdng
Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade5
Cap Spring Seat
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC
Nut
Washer t7/32 x t-3/16x 12
Gauge
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

DECALS

15
I4

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1t

PART
NO.
164094
106202X
163916
163917
164088
133644
163264
163203
163204
156439
142341

WHEELS

2 ___

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION

12
13
t4
15
16
20
21
---*--

Decal, Dash, Stealth
Reflector Tail Light
Decal, Hood, R.H.
Decal, Hood, L.H.
Decal Brake Clutch Stealth
Decal, Customer Maintenance
Decal Dash Phi Kohler
Decal, Deck Mower EZ
Decal, Fender, Craftsman
Decal, Fender Danger
Decat, Drawbar Cntrl M_
Hyd Lt

& TIRES

KEY
NO.

5,8
4,10

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

146046
164065
160397
158255
138047
149516
163206
138311
154515
154516
165069
165070

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic
Decal Strg Wheel
Decal, V-Belt Schematic
Decal, HP Engine
Decal, Battery Diehard
Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng
Decal, Fender Side
Decal, Lift Handle
Pad Footrest LH STLT
Pad Footrest RH STLT
Owner's Manual, English
Owner's Manual, Spanish

PART
NO.

t
2
3
4

59192
65139
106222X
69904

5
6

t06732X427
278H

9040H

8
9
10

106108X427
122082X
7152J

1t
*-

104757X
144334

DESCRIPTION
Valve Cap, Tire
Stem, Valve
Tire, Front
Tube, FrontTire
(Not Provided, Service Item
Only)
Rim, Front
Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel
Only)
Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel
Only)
Rim, Rear
Tire, Rear
Tube, RearTire
(Not Provided, Ser'Ace Item

Only)
Cap, Axle
Sealant,Tire 10 oz_

NOTE: Al!componentdimensionsgiven in U_S,inches
1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

LIFT ASSEMBLY

25 24
23

36
5

37
3O

38
40

13
19

31 _

1_O

161718

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
15
16
17
18

t 59461
t59476
138284
12000002
19211621
120183X
125631X
122365X
139865
139866
4939M
127218
73350800
130171
73680800

Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly
Shaft Assembly, Lift
Pin, Groove
E+Ring
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge
Bearing. Nylon
Grip, Handle, Fluted
Button, Plunger, Red
Unk, Lift, L.H.
Link, Lift, RH
Retainer Spr_ng
Link, Front
Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2+13 UNC
Trunnion
Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc

19
20
23
24

139868
163552
110807X
19131016

Arm, Suspension, Rear
Retainer Spdng
Nut Special
Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga

25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
36
37
38
40

164024
76020308
164543
73350600
138057
150233
140302
73540600
155097
123935X
17490512
19112410

Spring Comp Infinite
Pin Cotter 3/32-1/2
Rod Adj Lift Zinc
Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc
Knob Infin 3/8-16 unc BIk Sym
Trunnion Infin Height
Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24
Pointer Height Indicator
Plug Hole
ScrewThdro_ 5/16-18 x3/4
Washer 11/32 x 1+1/2 x 10 Ga

41
49
50

155098
145212
110452X

Indicator Height Stlt
Nut Hex/Large Lock
Nut Push Phes & Oil

NOTE; All component dimensions given in US. inches
t inch = 25+4 mm

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

MOWER DECK
103102

103

.i
5

116 117

55
92

118
54

106

TRACTOR - - MODEL
MOWER

917.272121

DECK

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

t64210

Deck Weldment. 46"

138457
STD624008
130832

Bracket Asm., Sway Bar
Retainer Spring
Arm, Suspension, Rear
(Sway Bar)
Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4
Gr. 8
Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated
3/8
Washer, Hard Blade, Mower
Vented
Blade, 3-1N-1, 46"
Bearing, Bail, Mandrel #6204
Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing
(Includes Key No. 12)
Housing, Mandrel
Bearing, Bal!, Mandrel
Stripper, Mower Round
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder
5/16-18
Baffle, Vortex Mower 46"
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC
Stiffener, Bracket
Bracket, Deflector
Cap, Steeve
Spdng, Torsion, Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield, Deflector Mower
Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga.
Rod, Hinge
Screw, Thd Rolling Washer
Head
Washer, Spacer Mower
Vented
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16
Anchor, Spring Deck 46"
Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x t-3/4
Tytt
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x
16Ga.

1
3
5
6

NUMBER

850857
STD551137
t0

140296

11
12
13

163819
129895
137553

14
15
16
18
19

137t52
110485X
140329
STD533106
132827

2O
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

145055
STD541431
134753
131267
I05304X
149287
1t0452X
t57788
19111016
131491
I57722

129963

32
33
34
35

153531
137266
144945
17490628

STD551037

37
38
39

13'1494
156086
144917

KEY

PART

NO.

NO,

DESCRIPTION

137273

17490620

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50
Vent
Screw, Thdmll 3/8-16 x t-1/4

42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50

122052X
144949
133943
145059
137729
144959
139573
STD541437
72110612

51
52
53
54

153390
156493
19131312
74780616

55
72
92
101
102
103
104
105
106
116
117
118
119
126
127

Puiley, Idler, Flat
Keeper, Belt, Idler
Pulley, Idter, Driven

72140608
19131616
STD541437
145579
71161010
STD551t10
19061216
160793
2029J
137644
133957
73930600
19121414
144948
146763

164882

143651

Tytt

Spacer, Retainer
Arm, Idler Secondary
Washer, Hardened
Cover, Mandrel Deck
Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8
V-Belt, Mower, Secondary
V-Belt, Mower, Primary
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Bott, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Gro5
Washer Felt
Pulley Idler 46" Prim. Drive
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1
Gr_.5
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8_16 Unc x 1
Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Ga
Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc
Cover, Mulching
Screw
Washer, Lock #10
Washer
Latch Asm. Bagger
Nut, Weld
Bolt, Shoulder
Gauge Wheel
Nut, Centeriock 3/8-16 UNC
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gao
Arm, Idler, Primary Deck 46"
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25
Mower Service 46" (Standard
Deck - Order separately
mulching and guage wheel components Key Nos. 101-t06 and
116-119
Mandrel Asm 44/50 Service
(includes Key Nos° 8-10, 12-15,
31 and 33)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches
1 inch= 25A mm

TRACTOR
HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE--

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

58
139

2B
59

26
23

4
5

"36
35
113

TRACTOR - - MODEL
HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
13
14
t5
17
!8
t9
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41

NUMBER

- - MODEL NUMBER

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

142930
14293!
142932
142928
142933
t42934
142935
I50771
142937
142938
142939
142940
142941
150772
150773
142944
142945
142946
150774
142948
142949
142950
150787
142951
142952
142953
142954
142955
150777
150778
142958

Housing, Lower
Assembly, Upper Housing
Seal, Lip
Ring, Wire Retaining
Ring, Retaining
Bearing, Shaft Bait
Bearing, Cradle
Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13
Swashplate, Vadable
Block, CylinderAssembiy
Arm, Trunnion
Seal, Lip
Guide, Slot
Shaft, Motor
Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16
Block, CylinderAssembly
Seal, Lip 10x25x7
Actuator, Bypass
Center Section Assembly Kit
Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8
Ring, Retaining
Washer 26x35x
1
Plate, Bypass
Oil Filter E_ement
Arm, Bypass
Ring, Retaining
Arm, Actuating
Pin, Actuating
Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4
Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC
Brake RotodStator Kit

KEY
NO.
43
44
52
53
56
58
59
62
63
64
68
69
83
85
88
89
90
91
92
93
113
t14
1t9
134
135
139
140

917.272121

319_0650

PART
NO.
142884
150829
142991
142961
142963
142964
142965
142966
142967
142920
142969
144610
142971
150806
142973
142974
142975
142976
142977
142978
142917
142918
142980
144607
144608
150775
150776

DESCRIPTION
Washer 7/16 x7/8 x .060
Differential Assembly
Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x ..13
Sea! _.75x 1.25 x °250
Shaft, Input
Bolt 1/4-20 x 138
Pin .50D x .43 ID x .750
Arm, Control
Puck, Dampener
Set Screw
Spring
Stud 5116-24
Jackshaft Assembly
Jackshaft
Screw, Cap
Washer 7/16 x I x i/2
SIeeve Bearing
Seal, Wiper
Spring, Block
Washer, Block Thrust
Cap, Vent Assembly
Fitting, O-Ring Assembiy
Spacer
Nut, Castle 5116-24
Pin, Cotter
Spring, Compression
Nut, Hex 5/16-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US

inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR
KOHLER

MODEL

ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

9'17.272121

CV18S, TYPE NUMBER

PS-61554

CRANKCASE

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER ...........

26-_

25-

'1
!r

2-_j
,

13 14 !
15

_22

w25

_25

_-38373B]
[

_._-27
_--28

_30

TRACTOR
KOHLER

ENGINE-MODEL

- - MODEL NUMBER
NUMBER

CV18S,

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2

24-162-17
M.0403025

3
4
5
6

X-25-92
24-112-04
24-157-03
M-0639016

7
8
9
10
1t
12

12-112-01
24-025-04
X-42-15
25-403-03
24-086-18
236602

13
14
15
16

t2-132-02
48-154-02
I2-468-03
t2-086-14

54-7555.09

M-0548025

DESCRIPTION
Screen, Grass
Screw, Flex, Flange
M4 x 0°7 x 24 (4)
Washer, Plain 3/t6 (4)
Spacer, Fan (4)
Fan
Screw, Hex, Flange
M6 x 1o0 x 16 (4)
Spacer, Fan (4)
Flywheel Assembly
Key
Rectifier-Regulator
Screw, Phillips (2)
Connector, Rectifier-Regulator,
3 Contact
Spark Plug (2)
Clip, Cable
Washer, Plain 3t8
Screw, Hex, Flange
M10x1.5x46
Kit, 15 Amp Stator (Includes
#24, #126, #7t Bracket)
Screw, Hex, Cap M5 x 08 x 25

917.272121
TYPE

M-0551016

8
9
t0

24-063-20
24-063414
M-0545010

11
12

24.063-23
M-0545016

13
14

24.063-30
M.0645016

15
24-146"08
17 24-112-12
18
24d26-44
19
24-445-02
20
24-086-27
NOT ILLUSTRATED
-24-100-01
--

24-100-02

25-139-16

24-113-53

NUMBER

PS-61554

Screw, Hex, Flange M6 x 0.8 x
14
Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 2 Side
Baffle, Valley, # 2 Side
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 0.8 x ! 0 (2)
Baffle, Valley, # 1 Side
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5xO8x
16(2)
Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 1 Side
Screw, Hex, Flange
M6 x 1.0 x 16 (2)
Plate, Backing, # 1 Side
Spacer
Bracket, Breather Separator
Strap, Breather
Screw (2)
Nut, Plastic (3)
(included with Blower Housing)
Nut, Plastic (2)
(Included with Blower Housing)
Plug, Button 9116
(included with Blower Housing)
Decal, HP

AIR INTAKE

(2)
19
20
21
22
23

X-25-63
X-25-92
235173
24-584-0t
M-0545020

KEY
NO.

Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)
Washer, Plain 3/t6 (2)
Clip, Cable
Module, Ignition (2)
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 0.8 x 20 (4)

Harness, Wire
Lead, Black (4", 18 Gauge,
Insulated Gnp Barrel Eyelets)
-24-1t3-18
Decal, Grass Screen
-24-t26-71
Bracket, Stator Wire
- - X-22-11
Washer, Lock 114"
BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES
PART
NO.

1
2

24-027-20
M-0545016

SM-0645016

5
6

24-146-02
M0545020

54-755-01

3
25-341-03
4
24-153-15
5
24-096-24
6
t2-100-01
7
24-032-03
8
24.096-01
9 24.083-02
10
47.083.03
t3
24-t09-06
14
24-041-13
15 24-094-14
16 24-041-14
17
24-164"06
18
24.041"0!
19
M-0651055
NOT ILLUSTRATED
-12-t13-53

NOTILLUSTRATED
-24-176-12
-25-518_8

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

Housing, Blower
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 0_8x 16 (3)
Screw, Hex, Flange
M6x 1:0 x 16 (4)
Plate, Backing, # 2 Side
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 0.8 x 20 (2)

DESCRIPTION
Kit, Knob with Seal
(Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4)
Knob, Cover
Seal, Knob, Air Cleaner Cover
Cover, Air Cleaner
Wing Nut
Seal, Air Intake
Cover, InnerAir Cleaner
Element, Pre_Cleaner
Element, Air Cleaner
Cup, Fuel Spitback
Gasket, Fuel Spilback Cup
Base, Air Cleaner
Gasket, Air Cleaner Base
Manifold, Intake
Gasket, Intake Manifold (2)
Screw M6 x 1.0 x 55 (4)
Label, Air Cleaner

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.,S.inches
1 inch = 25_4mm

TRACTOR
KOHLER

ENGINE-MODEL

MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

CV18S, TYPE NUMBER

PS-61554

.... __BLOWERHOUSING AND BAFFLES

IGNITION / ELECTRICAL I

_-.3
_--4

23--t

s °o

\<1_ --,_

12
1

"
--8

d0//16
tl

AIR INTAKE I

TRACTOR - - MODEL
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

917.272121

CV18S, TYPE NUMBER

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2

24-162-17
M-0403025

3
4
5
6

X-25-92
24-1t2-04
24-157-03
M-0639016

7
8
9
I0
11
12

12-112-01
24-025-04
X42-15
25-403-03
24-086-18
236602

13
14
15
I6

12-t32-02
48-154-02
12-468-03
t2-086-14

54-7555-09

M-0548025

19
20
21
22
23

X-25-63
X-25-92
235173
24-564-01
M-0545020

DESCRIPTION
Screen, Grass
Screw, Hex, Flange
M4 x 0.7 x 24 (4)
Washer, Plain 3/t6 (4)
Spacer, Fan (4)
Fan
Screw, Hex, Flange
M6 x 1_0x 16 (4)
Spacer, Fan(4)
FlywheelAssembty
Key
Rectifier-Regulator
Screw, Phillips (2)
Connector, Rectif_er-Regutator,
3 Contact
Spark Plug (2)
Clip, Cable
Washer, Plain 3/8
Screw, Hex, Flange
M10 x 1..5x 46
Kit, 15 Amp Stator (Includes
#24, #126, #71 Bracket)
Screw, Hex, Cap M5 x 0 8 x 25
(2)
Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)
Washer, Plain 3/16 (2)
Clip, Cable
Module, Ignition (2)
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 0.8 x 20 (4)

24-027-20
M-0545016

SM-0645016

24-146-02

Housing, Blower
Screw, Hex, Flange
MS x 0.8 x16 (3)
Screw, Hex, Flange
M6 x 1.0 x 16 (4)
Plate, Backing, # 2 Side

M-0545020

Screw, Hex, Flange

24-063_20
24-063-14
M-0545010

11
12

24-063-23
M-0545016

13
I4

24-063-30
M-0645016

24-100-02

25-139-16

24-113-53

KEY
NO_

PART
NO,

54-755-01

3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

25-341-03
24-153-15
24-096-24
12-100-01
24-032-03
24-096-01
24-083-02
47-083-03

13
24-109-06
14
24-041-13
15
24-094-14
16
24-041-14
17
24-164-06
18
24-041_0'1 .....
19
M-065!055
NOT ILLUSTRATED
-12-113-53

DESCRIPTION

1
2

8
9
10

M5 x 0.8 x 20 (2)
Screw, Hex, Flange M5x 08 x
14
Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 2 Side
Baffle, Valley, # 2 Side
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2)
Baffle, Valley, # 1 Side
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 0.8 x 16 (2)
Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # t Side
Screw, Hex, Flange
M6 x 10 x 16 (2)
Plate, Backing,# 1 Side
Spacer
Bracket, Breather Separator
Strap, Breather
Screw (2)
Nut, Plastic (3)
(Included with Blower Housing)
Nut, Plastic (2)
(Included with B[owerHcusing)
Plug, Button 9/16
(lncIuded with Blower Housing)
Decal, HP

AIR INTAKE

Harness, Wire
Lead, Black (4", 18 Gauge,
Insulated Grip Barrel Eyelets)
- - 24-113-18
Decal, Grass Screen
-24-126-71
Bracket, Stator Wire
-X-22-11
Washer, Lock 1/4"
BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES
PART
NO.

M-055t016

15
24-146-08
17
24-112-12
18
24-126-44
t9
24.-445-02
20
24-086-27
NOT ILLUSTRATED
-24-100-01

NOT It.LUSTRATED
-*
247176-12
- - 25-518-28

KEY
NO.

PS-61554

DESCRIPTION
Kit, Knob with Seal
(Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4
Knob, Cover
SeaI, Knob, Air Cleaner Cover
Cover, Air Cleaner
Wing Nut
Seal, Air Intake
Cover, Inner Air Cleaner
Element, Pre-Cieaner
Element, Air Cleaner
Cup, Fuel Spitback
Gasket, Fuel Spitback Cup
Base, Air Cleaner
Gasket, Air Cleaner Base
Manifold, Intake
Gasket, Intake Manifold (2)
Screw M6Xlo0X55(4)
Label, Air Cleaner

NOTE= All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR
KOHLER

-- MODEL

ENGINE-MODEL

STARTING SYSTEM J

NUMBER

917.272121

CV18S, TYPE NUMBER

PS-61554

ENGINE CONTROLS

o
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/
0

TRACTOR
KOHLER

- - MODEL

ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY
NO,

PART
NO.

M-0839070

M-0839080

3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

24-096-05
25-098-05
12-468-01
12-755-54
12_227-06
12-170-05
12-221-0t
12-227-13
12-211-01

917.272121

CV18S, TYPE NUMBER

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Screw, Hex, Flange
M8 x 1.25 x 70
Screw, Hex, Flange
M8 x 1,25 x 80
Cover, Pinion
Starter Assembly (Includes 6-11)
Washer, Plain 11/32(3)
Kit, Drive End
Cap, Ddve End
Armature
Kit, Brush and Spring
Cap, Commutator End
Bolt, Thru (2)

PART
NO.

SM-0642025

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

24-090-14
M-0641060
24-089-0t
25-158-08
24-079-04
25-158-11
24-126-56
24-089-03
M-0547050
SM-0545016

12
13

M-0446030
SM-0645016

t4
15

12-237-01
M-0545016

16
17
18
19
20
21

24-090-07
24-468-0t
24-090-13
24-090-05
24-079-05
M-0545020

22
23

41-468-03
M-0403025

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

24-199-07

X-75-32

3
4
5
6
7

24-136-01
12-050-01
52-032-08
24-086-17
24-086-16

Xq5-.10
9
10
11
t2

24-153-08
12-I44-02
52_H8-02
24-043-12

13
14
!5
16

12-380-01
M-0645025
M-0631005
24-39308

17
18

24-123-05
24 -162-26

PS-61554

DESCRIPTION

Oil Pan Assembty (IncludesKey
Numbers 10 thru18)
Plug0Hex, Countersunk,
3/8 NPoT,E
Nipple, Oil Filter
Filter, Oil
Sea!, Oil (PTO End)
Screw, Oil Pan M8 x 1.25 x 45
Screw, Oil Pan
M8 x 1.25 x 45 (9)
Plug, Solid, Square Head,
3/8 N_RT_E
O-Ring
Shaft, GovernorGear
Tab, Locking
Kit, Govemor Gear with Pin
(Includes Key Number 13)
Pin, Governor Regulating
Screw M6 x I_0 x 25 (2)
Washer, Plain (2)
Oil Pump Assembly
(Includes17)
Tube, Oil Pickup
Screen, Oil

24
24-089-18
NOT ILLUSTRATED
- _ 24-089-38

DESCRIPTION
Screw, Hex, Flange
M6 x 1.0 x 25
Lever, Govemor
Nut, Hex, Flange M6 x 1.0
Spring, Linkage
Bushing, Linkage Retaining
Linkage, "rhmttle
Bushing, Throttle Linkage
Bracket, Control
Spring, Choke Retum
Locknul, Hex M5 x 0.8
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5x0.8 x 16
Nut, Hex M4 x 0.7
Screw, Hex, Flange
M6 x 1.0 x 16 (4)
Clamp, Cable (2)
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 08 x 16 (2)
Lever, Throttle Actuator
Washer (3)
Lever, Throttle Control
Lever, Choke
Linkage, Choke
Screw, Hex, Flange
M5 x 08 x 20
Washer, Spring 1/4
Screw, Hex, Cap
M4 x 0°7 x 25
Spring, Govemor
Spring, Throttle Limiter

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR
KOHLER

- - MODEL

ENGINE-MODEL

N UMBER

NUMBER

917.272'121

CV18S, TYPE NUMBER

PS-61554

CRANKSHAFT

2--_

2-B

FUELSYSTEM

TRACTOR - - MODEL
KOHLER

ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

FUEL SYSTEM
KEY
NOo
1

2
3

PART
NO.
24-853-41

244341-15
244353-25

4
24-041-14
5 X.426-9
6 24-353433
7
M-0641060
8
M-0629095
9
47-154431
10
24-100-01
11
24-393-04
12
244386-12
13
24_353-03
14 25-050-03
NOT ILLUSTRATED
- - 52-353-20
- - 24-757-18
- - 24-757-19
- - 24-757-20
- - 24-757-22

NUMBER

CV18S, TYPE NUMBER

KEY
NO.
DESCRIPTION

1
2

Kit, Carburetor with Gasket
(Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 4,
I5 and 16)
Gasket, Carburetor
Carburetor Assembly (For
Information Only, Not Available
Separately) (Includes Kits
Shown in Not Illustrated)
Gasket, Air Cleaner Base
Clamp, Hose (6)
Line, Fue!, 10-5/8" (2)
Nut M6 x 1_0(2)
Stud M6 x 1.0 x 95 (2)
Clip, Cable
Nut, Plastic (2)
Pump, Fuel, Pulse
Screw, Hex Cap Head (2)
Line, Fuel, 10-1/2"
Filter, Fuel
Line, Fuel 10"
Kit, Overhaul with Gasket
Kit, Carb Repair with Gasket
Kit, Gasket with Gaskets
Kit, Soleniod with Gaskets

917.272121
PS-61554

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

244)14-42
52-139439

Crankshaft
Plug, Cup

EXHAUST
KEY
NOr
1
2
3

PART
NOr

DESCRIPTION

24-041-02
25-072-04
M-0841080

Gasket, Exhaust (2)
Stud MS x t .25 x 33 (4)
Nut, Hex, Flange M8 x 1.25 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED
KEY
NO.
---

PART
NOo

DESCRIPTION

24-522-62
24-755-03

Short Block
Gasket Set

RPM Settings:

Low Speed: 1150-1650
High Speed: 3200-3400

NOTE: Afl component dimensions given in U..S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

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delivered directly to your home
Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366=PART
(1-800-366-7278)
Para ordenar piezas con entrega a
domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR
(1-800-473-7274)
Para pedir servicio de reparaciSn
dornicilio - 1-800-676-5811

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 pro, Monday-Saturday

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parts, always provide the following
information:
• Product Type
° Model Number

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