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Owner's Manual

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18.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

i" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAW "rRACTO

Model No.

917.272121

° Safety

o Assembly

Operation

Maintenance

oRepair Parts

CAUTION: For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions 1,.800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

before operating this equip- s am- 5pro,Mort-Sat

ment.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Maintenance Schedule ......................... 19

Maintenance ......................................... 19

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

Storage ................................................. 30

Troubleshooting .................................... 31

Repair Parts ......................................... 36

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the 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 acci-

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

the owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

service on your Craftsman 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 equip-

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

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

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

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

state°

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

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

° Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing° ...............

• Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before turning.

°Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•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 unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution° if you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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 recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

° Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

, Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

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 sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

°Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

°Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity° Never

assume that 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.

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 en-

gine 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 equip-

ment 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.

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 absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

° Never carry children_ They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

° Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

o Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

° Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

_,Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions, It means CAU-

TlON!!f BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to preventacciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjustingor making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

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

across°

° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc_

° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps_ Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

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.

,_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

_ND TYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 10W-30

API-SFiSGiSH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.2 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .040")

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

MINoCCA: 280

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT LBSo

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor° It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail.-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rule&

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

°Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_,WARNING" This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator°

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar 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).

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

('I) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(I) Washer

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

((1) Knob

, ,, ,,r, ,,r_ '''u''_''

(2) Washers

3/t6 x 3/4 x

(2) screws .-.. (2) Lock

#10 x 5/8 ,_ 1Washers

[_ I #10

(3) Retainer Springs

(Double Loop)

,,,,r= II I'

Parts packet separately in carton

Seat

Steermg Wheel

Video

Cassette

Mulcher

Plate

i t

I I

t I

I I

h t

Manual Parts Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder (2) Washers 3/8

Bolts _,) x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

(2) Centerlock @

Nuts

(2) Gauge Wheels

Steering

Wheel Insert

Slope Sheet Steering

Sleeve

_ok

Assemblies

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 FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

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 Screw-

driver

(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 posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

oRemove 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 TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

• Remove Iocknut and large flat washer

from steering shaft.

= Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide the steering sleeve over the steer-

ing shaft.

•Align tabs and press 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 previ-

ously remove& Tighten securely.

°Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

° Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

,Steering

Steering

Wheel Adapter

Steering

Sleeve

/ Extension

Steer ng _ ,._ -. .......

Shaft _[ _5_? .--_Z-.. ,,,

Steenna _t:Z3; _._ ,, / '_

Sleeve kL"_J_ ' ,,',-, , _" /_;

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

o Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

oRelease 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

CONNECTBATTERY

° Lift hoodto raisedposition°

° If this batteryis put into service after

monthand year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps, (See "BATTERY" in

MAINTENANCE section of this manual

for charging instructions).

Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob°

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt, Tighten shoulder bolt

securely°

° Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten,

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down°

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Seat Pan

Seat

Adjustment Knob

Flat Washer

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 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 dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor,

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-

ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install

belt into electric clutch pulleygroove.

o Installone front link in top hole of the

righthand front mower bracketand right

hand front suspensionbracket. Retain

withtwo single loop retainer springs as

shown,

• Installsecond front link in left handfront

suspensionbracket only and retain with

single loop retainerspring as shown.

° Turn height adjustmentknob counter°

clockwise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

• Place the left handsuspension 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 unattachedfront link in top hole of

the left hand front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring

as shown.

o Place the right handsuspension arm on

outwardpointing deck pin. if necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retainwith double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

° Connect anti-swaybar to chassis brack-

et under left footrest and retain with

double loop retainerspring_

o Turn height adjustmentknob clockwise

to remove slack from mower suspen-

sion.

°Raise mower to highest position.

° Assemble gauge wheels (See TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS in the

Operation section of this manual).

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 POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

Doubfe Loop

Chassis Retainer Spring

Bracket (Outward pointing

Shoulder deck pins)

Bolt

Front

Suspension Suspension

Arms Brackets

Front Mower

Bracket

3/8

3/8-16

Center

Locknut

Use Pliers For

Retainer Springs

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Idler

Pulley

Single Loop

Retainer Springs

Discharge Guard

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown°

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 up-

right 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 TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional grass

catcher accessory,

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut

from the To Hook Points

Lock

Washer Latch

Weld Hook

Nut

Latch Nut

Lock

Washer Washer

Mulcher _-----Screw

Plate

v' CHECKLIST

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.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,I" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition_

/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

Deflector

Shield

Latch

Hooks

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literaturesuppliedwith the product.

[.earn and understandtheir meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON T

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

FUEL

FAST

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

LOW PARKING BRAKE

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

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.

Ammeter

Ignition

Switch

Light Switch

Position

Attachment

Clutch Switch

Throttle Control

__ Lift Lever

Plunger

Clutch/Brake

Control

Choke

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Attachment

Lift Lever

Brake

Motion

Control Lever

Freewheel

Control

Speed

3MPH _

2MPH

tMPH

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Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments 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

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.

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.

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.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

=BRAKE" position and hold.

° Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Throttle Push-In to Attachment Clutch

Control Switch Pull Out To

"Engage"

"Engaged" Position

"Brake"

-Position

Pedal "Drive" "Disengaged"

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

o To stop ground drive, depress

clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"

position.

=Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

ENGINE -

= Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

, Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use,

° Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas_

,_ CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

Operating engine at less than full throt-

i tle reduces the rate.

battery charging

Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are start-

ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a

warm engine.

= To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever°

°Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

°Release parking brake and clutch/brake

.... pedal

° Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

NOTE: The effort to move the motion con-

trol lever will reduce after the first few

hours of use. This is normal.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

°Turn knob clockwise (C,) to raise cutting

height.

•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 ap-

proximate 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 rela-

tively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when

mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then

keep the deck in proper position to help

prevent scalping in most terrain condi-

tions.

° Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

flat level surface°

°Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See '%0 ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

oWith mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled so they are slightly off the ground.

Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-

16 locknut and tighten securely.

o Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel _

Mounting. _---_i-_

Bracket "_,_

3/8-16 (__'t.L"_.._

3/8 Washer_

Gauge Wheel ---"

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

° Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

= Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

° TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

"Enga_ _

Push In To <--_

_Disengage" _ _Y

Attachment Lift Lever

High Position

/Low

;_Position

_'\ 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 start-

ing 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.

TO TRANSPORT

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.

• Raiseattachmentlift to highestposition

with attachmentlift control.

• Pull freewheelcontrol knob out and hold

in position by inserting retainerspring

into forward hole of control rod.

oDo 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.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy of

a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

°Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip-

stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick

into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the

itube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube° Remove and read oil level. If nec-

essary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Customer

: Responsibilities section of this manual).

_ To change engine oil, see the Customer

_ Responsibilities section in this manual.

_DD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh

hess.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32 F(0 C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

,_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 emp-

tied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let

it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-

nent damage may occur.

,_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 "DISEN-

GAGED" 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.

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.

WARM WEATHERSTARTING(50° F

AND ABOVE)

• When engine starts, slowlypush choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly.If the engine startsto run

roughly,pull the choke control out slight-

ly for a few seconds and then continue

to pushthe control in slowly.

o The attachmentsand grounddrive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm upfor one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLDWEATHERSTARTING(50° FAND

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 acceptsmall changes in

speed and load, until the choke control

is fully in. If the engine starts to run

roughly,pull the choke control out slight-

ly for a few secondsand then continue

to push the control in slowly,This may

requirean 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.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

,_CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the trans-

mission be purged before operating tractor

for the first timer This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

,Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and par.kin.g brake seL

, Disengage transmlss=on by placing free-

wheel 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 throt-

tle 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 sys-

tem.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set parking

brake,

• Engage transmission by placing free-

wheel 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 throt-

tle control to half (1/2) speed. With

motion control lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately_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 pro-

cedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

•Your tractor is now purged and ready for

normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•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 distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

o When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings wilt dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished,

o If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave unde-

sirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

oAlways operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash, Clean after each use_

° The special 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 recut-

ting 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 cut-

ting 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 condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings, When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

° Change your cutting 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.

Max 1/3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

i i i illlllllll i i .,i,,..,i .................

sc. o= ,"

REGULAR SERVICE _'_./,_"4_J SERVICE DATES

CheckCheckBrakeOperationTirePressure '' _' _ .....................

Check Operator Presence and

TInterlock Systems

RC'he'ck for Loose Fasteners ........................ _ ............... _7

ASharpen/Replace Mower Blades .......... ' _41 1'I _ "

C Lubrication Chart '"' _ ......

0Check Battery Level , ...... ....... _

RClean Battery and Terminals _ : if ....

Check Transaxle Cooling ....... if ,........

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension ......... Ks ......

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension .... I[vfs .....

Check Engine Oil Level if

Change Engine Oil _.;_,3

ECleanAirF,ter .......... _ ..............

N Clean Air Screen 1_2

GInsp'e'ctMumeriSparkAttester .......... V_

/Replace Oil Filter (}f equipped) _,_

RE Ctean Engine Cooling Fins ........... :

Replace Spark Plug if I_

Re---'placeAir Filter Paper Cartridlg_',,",,' 1##'2

R_eplace Fuel Fiiter , ,, ,u,,ull .........

1 - Change more often when opereUng under a heavy {c_ad or"in high arrbienl tempere_res 5 =If equipped with ad_uetabte system

2*Service mere often when vperaling in d_dy or dusty condigene, 6 - Not required if equipped with maintensnce-free better_

3_ it eq#tpped with oil lilter, change oil every 50 hours

4 -RepIace btedes mere often when mowing in sandy soil

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual. Some

adjustments will need to be made periodi-

cally to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

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.

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.

7-T_ghten front axle p_votbott to 35 ff,,-lbs maximum

Do not overtighten

LUBRICATION CHART

@S Spindle

Zerk f_:: Zerk

O Front Wheel

Bearin¢

Front

Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

O Engine,

Clutch

or(s)

Piv .j ,.. .,

@ 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 lubri-

cant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observesafety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requiresmorethan six (6) feet

stopping distance at highspeed in highest

gear,then brake must be adjusted.(See

=TOADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

oMaintain 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 rub-

ber.

°Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to 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 inter-

lock 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.

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.

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.

Trailing

Edge Center

Mandrel

Assembly

Hole

Lock

_- Hex Bolt (Grade 8',

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identifiedby 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 bai-

ancer).

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 hori-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole ./ /

or P=n_

BATTERY

Your tractor has abattery 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.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

°Keep small vent holes open.

° Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

°Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry°

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly°

° Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this manu-

al).

V-BELTS

Check V-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 COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion 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 clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH° Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating tem-

perature_

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation° Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. 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 dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly, Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT 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.

N_/__Air Screen

__-,) _ ._, Oil Fiii

Cap/Dipstick

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and 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 re-

moved will cause engine damage due to

overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter° Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

•Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

° Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

°Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

oSqueeze 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 car-

tridge.

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.

Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Foam Cartridge _,

Pre-cle._ __

Cartridg____RuXubb_r

Kno __y Seat

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Reptace the engine oil filer every season

or with every second oil change if the trac-

tor is used more than t00 hours in one

year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage°

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 5 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

o With engine coot, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

°Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clam.ps are properly positioned.

Cl lampamp _ C

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter,,

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out° Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

lifeo

,&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

TO REMOVE MOWER

o Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

-Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

*Lower mower to its lowest position.

*Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and disen-

gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

° Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

o Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-

tiono

...................... , ,,L,± .......................... ::= --;---

,Remove two retainer springs from each

front link and remove links.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side of

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT* in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Adjustment

Nuts

Suspension

Arms

Lift

Links Front Mower

Bracket

Front

Bracket

Chassis

Bracket_ Front

Suspension

•Bracket

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Retainer

Springs

Front Mower

Bracket

Retainer

Springs 23

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS"). 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 adjust-

ment 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.

Bottom

Bottom f Cud

Suspension

Arm

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level 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.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor,

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

° Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. 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.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Shoul d be Equal in Length

Nut

Trunnion

Front .....

Links

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER 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 man-

drel pulley.

, Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys°

°Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

o Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely°

° Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri-

mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-

ing.

Left Hand Screws

Mandrel

Cover _

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

•Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt

is in both belt keepers at the idlers as

shown.

° Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-

ley.

° Roll belt into upper groove of left hand

mandrel putleyo

° Carefully check belt routing making sure

belt is in the grooves correctly and

inside belt keepers.

•Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Idler

Pulleys Electric

Clutch

Mower

Drive Belt

Left

Mandrel

Primary Belt

IdlerArm 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 pul-

ley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel

pulley.

= Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels and

entire upper deck surface.

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 Center

Drive Belt Mandrel Idler

Secondary

Idler Arm

Spdng

Bracket Screw

TO ADJUST BRAKE

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 high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

oMeasure distance between brake oper-

ating 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 ser-

vice center/department.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Right Hand

Mandrel

Cover

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Jam Nut

Operating

Do Not touch thisnut. If further brake adjust-

ment is necessary contact your nearest autho-

rized 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 cool-

ing fan blades.

o Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around electric

clutch.

- Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedureo

Electric --_.E.._. .__ Clutch

Clutch I_t Locator

Clutchin_ I

Stati°nary"1-1l I I1"/

Idler I1 !t __

Transrnissio_ 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 transmis-

sion.

° Park tractor on level surface. Stop trac-

tor by turning ignition key to "OFF" posi-

tion, 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 and

repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstallation and before

operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section

of this manual

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not hori-

zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-

tioned straight forward, remove steering

wheel and reassemble per instructions in

the Assembly section of this manual.

r__djustment

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.

Washers

Retaining

Rin(

Axle Cover-J_

Square Ke_ (Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY ..

,&CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ie& 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 sec-

tion of this manual).

If"jumper cables" areused for emergency

starting, followthis procedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negativegroundedsystem.

The othervehicle 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 bat-

tery,taking care not to short against

chassis_

o Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE(-) terminal of fully

charged battery°

• Connectthe other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSISGROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVECABLES, REVERSE

ORDER-

° BLACKcable first from chassis and

then from the fully chargedbattery.

° RED cable last from bothbatteries.

(_)

REPLACING BATTERY

_kCAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing awrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc_

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

°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 posi-

tive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt

and keps nut a's shown. Tighten secure-

ly.

°Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely.

• Close terminal access doors.

° Close hood.

Keps Nut_.._ ,_-_-_

Terminal _,:_1_,[._ _ ._j_HexBolt

Access _::" _ _L L_ ___,,)_

r_. "_-_i::_ "_--.L._ /Positive

,.,,.,v, __(Red) Cable

Terminal :=!

nal-::_ I _ _ Negative

Guard _,_,(Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

° Raise hood.

° Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

o Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill,

. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-

vent it from starting.

oCheck wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section of this

manual.

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.

°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 non-

road engine repair establishment or indi_

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLECONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been presetat the

factory and adjustmentshould not be nec-

essary.Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary,proceedas 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 nec-

essary, check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

o Remove air cleaner cover, filter and car-

tridge plate to expose carburetor choke

(See "AIR FILTER" in the Customer Re-

sponsibilities 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 se-

curely,

•Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed for Full

Choke

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

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 mix-

ture. 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 (counterclock-

wise) 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 set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department, which has

essary. However, minor adjustment may proper equipment and experience to make

be required to compensate for differences any necessary" adjustments.

in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the 29

Immediatelyprepareyour tractor for stor-

age at the end of the seasonor if the trac-

tor will not be usedfor 30 days or more.

,_ CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

° Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this man-

ual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement 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 sur-

faces; 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 TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

° After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed and place cables where they cannot

come in contact with battery terminals.

If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

•o

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

. Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run 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 sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER (S)

° Remove spark plug(s)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 protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

CAUSE CORRECTION

oOut of fuelo

• Engine not "CHOKED" prop-

erly,

•Engine flooded,

• Bad spark plugo

• Dirty air filter°

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Water in fuel.

° Loose or damaged widngo

• Carburetor out of adjustment°

Engine valves out of adjust-

menL

• Fill fuel tank°

• See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

• Wait several minutes before

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.

Hard to start • 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 adjust-

ment,

• 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.

Engine will not turn

ove r

Engine clicks but will

not start

Loss of power

• 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).

•Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals°

• 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

• 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.

starter.

• Set in "Higher Cut" posi-

tion/reduce speed.

• Adjust throWe control.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Clean/replace air filter.

• Check oil level/change oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

, ,,,u,,,,, ,, ,

Loss of power (cont'd) . Faulty spark plug

•Dirty fuel filter.

oStale or dirty fuel

Water in fuel.

Spark plug wire loose.

°Dirty engine air screen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler°

oLoose or damaged widng.

•Carburetor out of adjustment.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to •

run when operator

leaves seat with at

tachment clutch

engaged

i ,ll,, =

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

i i,,, ,,

• Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

i i i i,l,,,

o Worn, bent or loose blade.

°Bent blade mandrel.

°Loose/damaged part(s).

Faulty operator-safety pres-

ence control system.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

o Mower deck not level.

.Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

oBent blade mandrel.

o Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

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•Obstruction in clutch mecha-

nism.

• Worn/damaged mower drive

belt,

• Frozen idler pulley,

• Frozen blade mandrel.

CORRECTION

-Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

° Replace fuel filter

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

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.

oClean/replace muffler,

•Check all wiring.

° See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section_

•Contact an authorized service

center.

°Replace blade. "lqghten blade

bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel

=Tighten loose part(s), Replace

damaged parts.

• Check wiring, switches and con-

nections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized

service center/

departmenL

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•Replace blade° Tighten blade

bolto

oLevel mower deck

• Clean underside of mower hous-

ing.

• Replace blade mandrel,

•Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

i illlll

•Remove obstruction.

• 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.

°Place throttle control in "FAST"

position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before mow-

ing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air pres-

sure.

•Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

,PROBLEM

Poor grass discharge

(cont'd)

Headlight(s) not work

ing (if so equipped)

, t

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

CAUSE ,,,,,,,, ,,, 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.

•Switch is "OFF'.

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch_

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Blown fuse.

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• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poorcabte connections,

• Faulty regulator (if so

equipped)_

• Faulty alternator.

• Freewheel control in "disen-

gaged" position.

•Motion drive belt worn, dam-

aged or broken.

° Air trapped in transmission

during shipment

or servicing.

CORRECTION

o Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

o Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

• Replace with blades listed in

this manual°

•Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON".

•Replace bulb(s).

° Check/replace light switch.

°Check wiring and connections.

• Replace fuse.

° Replace battery.

° Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

• Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

°Purge transmission°

Engine throttle control not set

at "SLOW" position for 30 sec-

onds before stopping engine.

Move throttle control to "SLOW"

position and allow to idle for 30

seconds before stopping

engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

BATTERY

f AMMETER

(OPTIONAL) WH_E

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IGNITION

SWITCH

FUSE30 AMP.

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BLACK

SOLENOID

1_ ....

I | STARTER

O SPARK _!

_ IGNITION L_ PLUGSGAP

UNIT I "_, (2PLUGSON v -

TWIN CYL ENGINES) ._

CHARGING SYSTEM OU[PLN-

15 AMP OC O 3600 RPM

BROWN

B_,CK

HEADLIGHTS

GFC

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

-.... FL¥-L";

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BLUE t

FUEL SHUT-OFFSOLENOID

.oT=l 1

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE-

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

IGNITION SWITCH WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

POSITIONCIRCUIT "MAKE" WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

OFF _+G+A1, , NONE NOTE: IFWIRING INSULATED

RUNfLIGHTB + A1 A+ Y CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

RUN B ÷A1 NONE SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

START 3+ S + A1 NONE PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

86 I85

u30

RELAY PTO SWITCH

LZosiT,o.! C,RCUrrI

_;c+Q,8+N l

| ON IC.; F,--.'.'.'.'.'.'.-B+E,-_+DI

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t 163465 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray, Batter./

10 145211 Bolt, BtrFront 1/4-20 x7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push NyTon Battery Front 1/4

16 153664 Switch interlock Push-In

18 17720408 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

19 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

20 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam I/4-20

21 161785 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

22 4152J Light Bulb

24 8860R Cable, Battery

25 146148 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 NutKeps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Seat

30 163968 Switch, Ignition

33 140403 Key, Molded, Craftsman

40 164098 Harness, Ignition

42 131563 Cover, Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15Amp

50 154963 Switch Pro 3 Pdt Red Delta 96

55 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

70 157540 Harness Eng Kohl Cv It IPC/PC

80 144685 t_,_U,::.Plamess Clutch Evx

81 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

155

160

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 160392

2 140356

3 17490612

9 163976

10 STD533710

11 't63455

13 163456

17 161023X558

18 164655

19 17521312

20 162026

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 160564X558

29 161235

30 154791X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

54 161464

58 161236

59 110436X

60 STD533707

64 162026

74 STD541437

140 158418

t42 156095

143 154966

I44 154207

145 156524

154 161897

t55 161900

156 163805

157 163806

158 162037

159 155123

160 162967

161 164769

DESCRIPTION

Chassis

Drawbar

Screw, Thd,, Roll+ 3/8-16 x 3/4 TypeTT

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 StealthLh

Striker Plate Stealth

Magnet Stealth Ytgt

ParkingBrake Bkrt

Cupholder Stl Blk

Fastner Nutpal

Pinch-Welt Hood

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

GROUND DRIVE

TRACTOR"" MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

100

77 26 105 lOO

150

151

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1150071B

2142431

3 143995

8154792

9 160889

10 76020416

16 73800500

18 74780616

19 73800600

20 150280

21 130564

22 145627

23 154978

24 73350600

25 106888X

26 19131316

27 76020412

28 145204

29 124236X

30 130807

32 74760512

33 72140506

34 155071

35 120183X

36 19211616

37 1572H

38 123674X

39 74760644

40 4470J

41 154777

42 19t313t2

47 127783

48 154407

49 123205X

50 74760624

51 73680600

52 73680500

53 t05710X

55 t05709X

56 74760620

57 140294

59 140312

61 17490612

62 8883R

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Transaxle Assembly 63 145868

Spring, Return, Brake 65 10040700

Pulley, Transaxle 66 154778

Rod Shift Hydro LT 71 140158

Clutch Elec Evx

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 73 t56347

Nut Lock Hex W/In& 5/16-18

Unc 74 121t99X

BoltFinHex 3/8-16Uncxl 75 12t749X

Gr 5

Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 76 12000001

Unc 77 123583X

Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4-t/4 5 Ga, 78 121748X

Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13

Rod, Brake Hydro 81 156046

Bracket Asm Clutch Mtg Evx

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uric 82 123782X

Spring, Brake Rod 83 19171216

Washer 84 161901

Pin Cotter t/8 x 3/4 CAD, 86 71208

Rod, Parking Brake 87 19212016

Cap, Parking Brake 88 12000008

Bracket, Transaxle 89 t58388

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 90 124346X

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x 93 142564

3/4 94 t40482

Shaft, Foot Pedal 95 144643

Bearing, Nylon 96 4497H

Washer 97 140469

Pin, Roll

Pulley, Idler, Flat 98 73510600

Bolt 100 19111216

Spacer, Split 102 141322

Keeper, Belt Idler 103 73940800

Washer 13/32 x 13/I6 x 12

Gauge 104 t40156

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 105 71070516

Beflcrank Clutch Grad Drw Stl 106 74780520

Retainer, Belt

Bolt 144 19111016

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 145 74490540

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 146 74490536

Unk, Clutch

Spring, Return, Clutch 147 74490524

Bolt Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

V-Belt, Ground Drive 148 159103

Keeper, Center Span 149 122052X

ScrewThdrol, 3/8-16 x 3/4 150 150935

Ty. "IT 151 19133210

Cover, Pedal

DESCRIPTION

Pulley, Engine

Washer

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

Gauge

E-Ring

Key, Square

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

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 inU.& inches

t inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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, ::F-"-_3o

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944

2154427

3 156483

4 157473

56266H

6 121748X

719272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 156438

11 STD55tt37

12 73940800

13 154779

15 73901000

17 156543

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

22 71200410

23 127501

25 154406

27 136874

29 17490612

32 139929

33 19111216

34 STD551131

35 73810500

36 155105

37 152927

38 159946

40 STD541537

4t 159945

42 163888

43 121749X

46 121232X

47 6855M

62 156595

65 154780

66 154404

67 74781044

68 154429

72 19182411

73 160135

Steedng Wheet

Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

SpindleAssembly, L°H.

SpindleAssembly, 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

DraglinkExtended Slamped

Washer, Lock

Nut HexJam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf

BeadngAxle STLT/GT

Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-11 UNC

ShaftAssembly, 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 ShaftAssembly

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

BeadngArm 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

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

ii81

32 34

t OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I

Spark Arrester

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272!21

KEY PART

NO. NO.

I164092

3 ......

4149723

5 146699

6 146700

8 150176

10 146629

13 244341-02

14 13280336

15 13200300

16 STD551237

17 17490624

23 159880

25 164415

26 73920600

29 137180

31 157103

32 161696

33 123487X

34 t06082X

35 17490512

37 8543R

38 .......

39 109227X

81 128861

101 M73030800

102 17151312

DESCRIPTION

Control,Throttle!Choke

Engine, (See Breakdown)Kohler Model No,,CV16S-43512

Muffler,AsmTwin Lo-Tone

PipeExhaust Lh Cv18/20

Pipe Exhaust Rh Cv18/20

Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 w/Sems

Shield Heat

Gasket (OrderFrom Engine Mfg)

Nippie, Pipe

Elbow,Standard 90°, 3/8-t8 NPT

Washer, Lock

ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 TT

Shield Bm/Dbr Guard

ControlChoke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap, Fuel Guage

Clamp, Hose

Pad Spacer

ScrewThdrol 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

ScrewSitd Hex Hd w/PinWasher

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 140123 Seat

2140551 Bracket, Pivot,Seat

3 STD523710 Bolt

4 19131610 _Washer 13/32x I x 10 Gauge

5 145006 Clip, Push-in Hinged

6 STD541437 Nut

7 124181X Spdng, Seat

8 17490616 Screw,Thd., RolL 3/8-16 x 1

9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Gauge

10 !55925 Pan,Seat Emboss QCK Conn_

11 120068X Knob Seat

12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing,Snap

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

15 134300 Spacer,Split .28 x .88

16 121250X Spdng

17 123976X Locknut,Flange 1/4 Grade5

18 124238X Cap Spring Seat

21 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

22 STD541431 Nut

24 19171912 Washer t7/32 x t-3/16x 12

Gauge

25 1270t8X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given inU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

21 13 710 21

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

1 164094

2 106202X

3163916

4 163917

5 164088

6 133644

7 163264

8 163203

9 163204

10 156439

1t 142341

DESCRIPTION

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

KEY

NO. PART

NO.

12 146046

13 164065

t4 160397

15 158255

16 138047

20 149516

21 163206

-- 138311

-- 154515

-- 154516

*- 165069

-- 165070

DESCRIPTION

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

DecalStrg Wheel

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, HP Engine

Decal, Battery Diehard

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Fender Side

Decal, Lift Handle

PadFootrest LH STLT

PadFootrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES

2___ 5,8 4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t 59192 Valve Cap, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106222X Tire, Front

4 69904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided, Service Item

Only)

5 t06732X427 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

7 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

8 106108X427 Rim, Rear

9 122082X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, RearTire

(Not Provided, Ser'Ace Item

Only)

1t 104757X Cap,Axle

*- 144334 Sealant,Tire 10 oz_

NOTE: Al!componentdimensionsgiven in U_S,inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

LIFT ASSEMBLY

28 27

36 5

25 2423

31 _19

20 1_O 161718 20

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 t 59461 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly

2 t59476 Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 138284 Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E+Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing. Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red

11 139865 Unk, Lift, L.H.

12 139866 Link, Lift, RH

13 4939M Retainer Spr_ng

15 127218 Link, Front

16 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2+13 UNC

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73680800 Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spdng

23 110807X Nut Special

24 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga

25 164024 Spring Comp Infinite

26 76020308 Pin Cotter 3/32-1/2

27 164543 Rod Adj Lift Zinc

28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc

29 138057 Knob Infin 3/8-16 unc BIk Sym

30 150233 Trunnion Infin Height

31 140302 Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator

37 123935X Plug Hole

38 17490512 ScrewThdro_ 5/16-18 x3/4

40 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1+1/2 x 10 Ga

41 155098 Indicator Height Stlt

49 145212 Nut Hex/Large Lock

50 110452X Nut Push Phes & Oil

NOTE; All component dimensions given in US. inches

tinch = 25+4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

MOWER DECK

116 117

55 118

92 _54

103102

1_ 103 106

.i 5

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

t64210 Deck Weldment. 46" 40

138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 41

STD624008 Retainer Spring

130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear

(Sway Bar) 42 122052X

850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 43 144949

Gr. 8 44 133943

STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 45 145059

3/8 46 137729

140296 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 47 144959

Vented 48 139573

163819 Blade, 3-1N-1, 46" 49 STD541437

129895 Bearing, Bail, Mandrel #6204 50 72110612

137553 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing

(Includes Key No. 12) 51 153390

137t52 Housing, Mandrel 52 156493

110485X Bearing, Bal!, Mandrel 53 19131312

140329 Stripper, Mower Round 54 74780616

STD533106 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8

132827 Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 55 72140608

5/16-18 72 19131616

145055 Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 92 STD541437

STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 101 145579

134753 Stiffener, Bracket 102 71161010

131267 Bracket, Deflector 103 STD551t10

I05304X Cap, Steeve 104 19061216

149287 Spdng, Torsion, Deflector 105 160793

1t0452X Nut, Push 106 2029J

t57788 Shield, Deflector Mower 116 137644

19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x16Ga. 117 133957

131491 Rod, Hinge 118 73930600

I57722 Screw, Thd Rolling Washer 119 19121414

Head 126 144948

129963 Washer, Spacer Mower 127 146763

Vented - - 164882

153531 Pulley, Mandrel

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

144945 Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

17490628 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x t-3/4

Tytt - - 143651

STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x

16Ga.

13'1494 Puiley, Idler, Flat

156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler

144917 Pulley, Idter, Driven

DESCRIPTION

137273 Spring, Secondary 44/46/50

Vent

17490620 Screw, Thdmll 3/8-16 x t-1/4

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 com-

ponents 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 inU.S, inches

1inch= 25A mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE-- MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

34 139

"36

113

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319_0650

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 142930 Housing, Lower 43 142884

2 14293! Assembly, Upper Housing 44 150829

3 142932 Seal, Lip 52 142991

4 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 53 142961

5 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963

6 t42934 Bearing, Shaft Bait 58 142964

7 142935 Bearing, Cradle 59 142965

8 I50771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 62 142966

9 142937 Swashplate, Vadable 63 142967

13 142938 Block, CylinderAssembiy 64 142920

14 142939 Arm, Trunnion 68 142969

t5 142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610

17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971

!8 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806

t9 150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88 142973

23 142944 Block, CylinderAssembly 89 142974

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10x25x7 90 142975

25 142946 Actuator, Bypass 91 142976

26 150774 Center Section Assembly Kit 92 142977

27 142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8 93 142978

28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917

29 142950 Washer 26x35x 1 t14 142918

30 150787 Plate, Bypass 1t9 142980

34 142951 Oil Filter E_ement 134 144607

35 142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608

36 142953 Ring, Retaining 139 150775

37 142954 Arm, Actuating 140 150776

38 142955 Pin, Actuating

39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 NOTE:

40 150778 Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC

41 142958 Brake RotodStator Kit

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

All component dimensions given inUS

inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9'17.272121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS-61554

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS-61554

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL 7 M-0551016

KEY PART 8 24-063-20

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 9 24-063414

t0 M-0545010

1 24-162-17 Screen, Grass

2 M.0403025 Screw, Flex, Flange

M4 x 0°7 x 24 (4)

3 X-25-92 Washer, Plain 3/t6 (4)

4 24-112-04 Spacer, Fan (4)

5 24-157-03 Fan

6 M-0639016 Screw, Hex, Flange

M6 x 1o0 x 16 (4)

7 12-112-01 Spacer, Fan (4)

8 24-025-04 Flywheel Assembly

9 X-42-15 Key

10 25-403-03 Rectifier-Regulator

1t 24-086-18 Screw, Phillips (2)

12 236602 Connector, Rectifier-Regulator,

3 Contact

13 t2-132-02 Spark Plug (2)

14 48-154-02 Clip, Cable

15 I2-468-03 Washer, Plain 3t8

16 t2-086-14 Screw, Hex, Flange

M10x1.5x46

17 54-7555.09 Kit, 15 Amp Stator (Includes

#24, #126, #7t Bracket)

18 M-0548025 Screw, Hex, Cap M5 x 08 x 25

(2)

19 X-25-63 Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

20 X-25-92 Washer, Plain 3/t6 (2)

21 235173 Clip, Cable

22 24-584-0t Module, Ignition (2)

23 M-0545020 Screw, Hex, Flange

M5 x 0.8 x 20 (4)

NOTILLUSTRATED

-- 24-176-12

-- 25-518_8

Harness, Wire

Lead, Black (4", 18 Gauge,

Insulated Gnp Barrel Eyelets)

Decal, Grass Screen

Bracket, Stator Wire

Washer, Lock 114"

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

-- 24-1t3-18

- - 24-t26-71

- - X-22-11

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-027-20

M-0545016

SM-0645016

24-146-02

M0545020

Housing, Blower

Screw,Hex, Flange

M5 x 0_8x16 (3)

Screw, Hex, Flange

M6x 1:0 x 16 (4)

Plate, Backing, # 2 Side

Screw, Hex, Flange

M5 x 0.8 x20 (2)

Screw, Hex, Flange M6 x 0.8 x

Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 2 Side

Baffle, Valley, # 2 Side

Screw, Hex, Flange

M5 x 0.8 x ! 0(2)

11 24.063-23 Baffle, Valley, # 1 Side

12 M-0545016 Screw, Hex, Flange

M5xO8x 16(2)

13 24.063-30 Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 1 Side

14 M.0645016 Screw, Hex, Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 16 (2)

15 24-146"08 Plate, Backing, # 1 Side

17 24-112-12 Spacer

18 24d26-44 Bracket, Breather Separator

19 24-445-02 Strap, Breather

20 24-086-27 Screw (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 24-100-01 Nut, Plastic (3)

(included with Blower Housing)

- - 24-100-02 Nut, Plastic (2)

(Included with Blower Housing)

--25-139-16 Plug, Button 9116

(included with Blower Housing)

- - 24-113-53 Decal, HP

AIR INTAKE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2 54-755-01 Kit, Knob with Seal

(Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4)

3 25-341-03 Knob, Cover

4 24-153-15 Seal, Knob, Air Cleaner Cover

5 24-096-24 Cover, Air Cleaner

6 t2-100-01 Wing Nut

7 24-032-03 Seal, Air Intake

8 24.096-01 Cover, InnerAir Cleaner

9 24.083-02 Element, Pre_Cleaner

10 47.083.03 Element, Air Cleaner

t3 24-t09-06 Cup, Fuel Spitback

14 24-041-13 Gasket, Fuel Spilback Cup

15 24-094-14 Base, Air Cleaner

16 24-041-14 Gasket, Air Cleaner Base

17 24-164"06 Manifold, Intake

18 24.041"0! Gasket, Intake Manifold (2)

19 M-0651055 Screw M6 x 1.0 x 55 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 12-t13-53 Label, Air Cleaner

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.,S.inches

1 inch = 25_4mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS-61554

IGNITION /ELECTRICAL I ....

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS-61554

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL M5 x 0.8 x 20 (2)

7 M-055t016 Screw, Hex, Flange M5x 08 x

KEY PART 14

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 8 24-063_20 Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # 2 Side

9 24-063-14 Baffle, Valley, # 2 Side

1 24-162-17 Screen, Grass 10 M-0545010 Screw, Hex, Flange

2 M-0403025 Screw, Hex, Flange M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2)

M4 x 0.7 x 24 (4) 11 24-063-23 Baffle, Valley, # 1 Side

3 X-25-92 Washer, Plain 3/t6 (4) 12 M-0545016 Screw, Hex, Flange

4 24-1t2-04 Spacer, Fan (4) M5 x 0.8 x 16 (2)

5 24-157-03 Fan 13 24-063-30 Baffle, Cylinder Barrel, # t Side

6 M-0639016 Screw, Hex, Flange I4 M-0645016 Screw, Hex, Flange

M6 x 1_0x 16 (4) M6 x 10 x 16 (2)

7 12-112-01 Spacer, Fan(4) 15 24-146-08 Plate, Backing,# 1 Side

8 24-025-04 FlywheelAssembty 17 24-112-12 Spacer

9 X42-15 Key 18 24-126-44 Bracket, Breather Separator

I0 25-403-03 Rectifier-Regulator t9 24.-445-02 Strap, Breather

11 24-086-18 Screw, Phillips (2) 20 24-086-27 Screw (2)

12 236602 Connector, Rectif_er-Regutator, NOT ILLUSTRATED

3 Contact -- 24-100-01 Nut, Plastic (3)

13 12-t32-02 Spark Plug (2) (Included with Blower Housing)

14 48-154-02 Clip, Cable - - 24-100-02 Nut, Plastic (2)

15 12-468-03 Washer, Plain 3/8 (Included with B[owerHcusing)

I6 t2-086-14 Screw, Hex, Flange -- 25-139-16 Plug, Button 9/16

M10 x 1..5x 46 (lncIuded with Blower Housing)

17 54-7555-09 Kit, 15 Amp Stator (Includes --24-113-53 Decal, HP

#24, #126, #71 Bracket)

18 M-0548025 Screw, Hex, Cap M5 x 0 8 x 25

(2) AIR INTAKE

19 X-25-63 Washer, Plain 1/4 (2)

20 X-25-92 Washer, Plain 3/16 (2) KEY PART

21 235173 Clip, Cable NO_ NO, DESCRIPTION

22 24-564-01 Module, Ignition (2)

23 M-0545020 Screw, Hex, Flange 2 54-755-01 Kit, Knob with Seal

M5 x 0.8 x 20 (4) (Includes Key Numbers 3 and 4

NOT It.LUSTRATED 3 25-341-03 Knob, Cover

-* 247176-12 Harness, Wire 4 24-153-15 SeaI, Knob, Air Cleaner Cover

- - 25-518-28 Lead, Black (4", 18 Gauge, 5 24-096-24 Cover, Air Cleaner

Insulated Grip Barrel Eyelets) 6 12-100-01 Wing Nut

- - 24-113-18 Decal, Grass Screen 7 24-032-03 Seal, Air Intake

- - 24-126-71 Bracket, Stator Wire 8 24-096-01 Cover, Inner Air Cleaner

-- X-22-11 Washer, Lock 1/4" 9 24-083-02 Element, Pre-Cieaner

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES 10 47-083-03 Element, Air Cleaner

13 24-109-06 Cup, Fuel Spitback

KEY PART 14 24-041-13 Gasket, Fuel Spitback Cup

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 15 24-094-14 Base, Air Cleaner

16 24-041-14 Gasket, Air Cleaner Base

1 24-027-20 Housing, Blower 17 24-164-06 Manifold, Intake

2M-0545016 Screw, Hex, Flange 18 24-041_0'1 ..... Gasket, Intake Manifold (2)

MS x 0.8 x16 (3) 19 M-065!055 Screw M6Xlo0X55(4)

3 SM-0645016 Screw, Hex, Flange NOT ILLUSTRATED

M6 x 1.0 x 16 (4) - - 12-113-53 Label, Air Cleaner

5 24-146-02 Plate, Backing, # 2 Side

6 M-0545020 Screw, Hex, Flange NOTE= All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS-61554

STARTING SYSTEM J

ENGINE CONTROLS

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TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS-61554

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 M-0839070

2 M-0839080

3 24-096-05

4 25-098-05

5 12-468-01

6 12-755-54

7 12_227-06

8 12-170-05

9 12-221-0t

10 12-227-13

11 12-211-01

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO, NO,

Screw, Hex, Flange

M8 x 1.25 x 70

Screw, Hex, Flange

M8 x 1,25 x 80

Cover, Pinion

StarterAssembly (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)

1 24-199-07

2 X-75-32

3 24-136-01

4 12-050-01

5 52-032-08

6 24-086-17

724-086-16

Xq5-.10

9 24-153-08

10 12-I44-02

11 52_H8-02

t2 24-043-12

13 12-380-01

14 M-0645025

!5 M-0631005

16 24-39308

17 24-123-05

18 24 -162-26

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

1SM-0642025 Screw, Hex, Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 25

2 24-090-14 Lever, Govemor

3 M-0641060 Nut, Hex, Flange M6 x 1.0

4 24-089-0t Spring, Linkage

5 25-158-08 Bushing, Linkage Retaining

6 24-079-04 Linkage, "rhmttle

725-158-11 Bushing, Throttle Linkage

824-126-56 Bracket, Control

9 24-089-03 Spring, Choke Retum

10 M-0547050 Locknul, Hex M5 x 0.8

11 SM-0545016 Screw, Hex, Flange

M5x0.8 x 16

12 M-0446030 Nut, Hex M4 x 0.7

13 SM-0645016 Screw, Hex, Flange

M6 x 1.0 x 16 (4)

t4 12-237-01 Clamp, Cable (2)

15 M-0545016 Screw, Hex, Flange

M5 x 08 x 16 (2)

16 24-090-07 Lever, Throttle Actuator

17 24-468-0t Washer (3)

18 24-090-13 Lever, Throttle Control

19 24-090-05 Lever, Choke

20 24-079-05 Linkage, Choke

21 M-0545020 Screw, Hex, Flange

M5 x 08 x 20

22 41-468-03 Washer, Spring 1/4

23 M-0403025 Screw, Hex, Cap

M4 x 0°7 x 25

24 24-089-18 Spring, Govemor

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-_24-089-38 Spring, Throttle Limiter

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given inU.S. inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272'121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS-61554

CRANKSHAFT

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272121

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV18S, TYPE NUMBER PS-61554

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NOo NO.

1 24-853-41

2 244341-15

3 244353-25

4 24-041-14

5 X.426-9

6 24-353433

7M-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

CRANKSHAFT

DESCRIPTION

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

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 244)14-42

2 52-139439

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NOr NOr

1 24-041-02

2 25-072-04

3 M-0841080

DESCRIPTION

Crankshaft

Plug, Cup

DESCRIPTION

Gasket, Exhaust (2)

Stud MS x t .25 x 33 (4)

Nut, Hex, Flange M8 x 1.25 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO. NOo DESCRIPTION

--24-522-62 Short Block

--24-755-03 Gasket Set

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1150-1650

High Speed: 3200-3400

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

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