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Owner's Manual

rRAFTSMAN

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER"

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272130

• Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your quest ons

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon -Sat

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Storage ................................................. 29

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

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

Sears wilt 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 repai[ 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 purpose_.

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 maLerial 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 SearsService 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.

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• 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.

• Turnoff blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-"

ing the machine into atrailer 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 feet uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do notturn on slopes 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 not try 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 he mowing area

and under the watch'ul care of another

responsible a_dult.

• 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

•Use extra ca_'e in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only .an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the'engine running. Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good Condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation 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.

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• Nevermake adjustments Or repairs with

the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary. "

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required. • Be

sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers•

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always Iookdown and

behind before an I 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 wa chful 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 childi'en.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 °Max), not

across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Taft

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

•Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

_,CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up,;transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark pluq.

_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE

(API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:

SAE 30

(above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

W/FILTER_ 3.5 PINTS

W/O RLTER: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC "

(GAP: .030")

VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .004"-.006"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1ST 1.2

2ND 1.5

3RD 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.4

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 16 AMPS@3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA:240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING; This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered :land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual). :

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorizod 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 prepedy. Always

observe the =SAFETY RULES".

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, Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

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

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(2) Washers

3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

(2) Weld

Nuts #10 @

_#10 x 5/8

(2) Lock

Washers #10

(4) Retainer Springs (singleloop) (3) Retainer Spnngs (double loop)

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Partspacked separately in carton

Seat

Video

Cassette

Mulcher

Plate

Manual Parts Bag

Steering

Wheel

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

(2) Gauge Wheels

©

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

(2) Center lock Nuts

i

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

___(I I I {2)<_Ke_ _l=

2) Latch Hook

Assemblies 0

(2) Front Unk Assemblies

Slope Sheet

Steering

Wheel

Insert

SteeringSleeve

SteeringSleeve

E_ension

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

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

all pads and hardware yo u assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools

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

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

(2) 1/2" wrench :drive rachet

(1) Pliers (1) Phillips Screw-

(1) Utility knife driver

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON •

•Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

•Cut, from top to bottom,:a ong 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 oflthe 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 hodzontal (left to dght) and slide

onto adapter.

•Secure steering wheel to steedng shaft

with Iocknut and large flat washer previ-

ously removed. Tighten securely.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steedng 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.

",-_-. _ __..- Wheel Insert

E[E-- )

i_Large Flat

Washer

Steering

Steering /Wheel

Wheel _._ Adapter

-_-"_,_L_ Steering

Tabs _o i Sleeve

IExtension

Steerin

Shaft _

Steering

Sleeve

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECKBATTERY

•Lift hood to raised position.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BA'I-IERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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.-= ..,o ..

-.. ::/L_uel,^k

d

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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 oft seat without moving its adjusted

position.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

Sea Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment Knob

Seat

Fiat Washer

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovednflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is importantfor best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tirepressure to PSI shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 5 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properl_

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adiustments section of

this manual.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment liftcontrel, Engage parking

brake.

•Cut and remove ties securing anti-swa_

bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to

left side of mower deck.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge g'uard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-

ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install

belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

•install one front link in top hole of the

right hand front mower bracket and righ

hand front suspension bracket. Retain

with two single loop retainer springs as

shown.

•Install second front link in left hand fronl

suspension t)racket only and retain with

single loop, retainer spdng as shown.

•Turn height adjustment knob:counter-

clockwise until it stops,

•Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

• Place the left,hand suspension arm on

outward po!nting deck pin. If necessar_

rock and ranse front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Reta'tn wLth double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

•Slide left side of mower back and install

the unattached front link in top hole of

the left hand front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring

as shown.

•Place the right hand suspension arm on

outward pointing deck pin, If necessary

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

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•Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

•Turn height adjustment knob clockwise

to remove slack from mower suspen-

sion.

•Raise mower to highest position.

•Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS in the

Operation section of this manual).

Shoulder

Bolt

Double Loop

Chassis Retainer Spring

Bracket (Outward pointing

deck pins)

Gauge_

Wheel

3/8

3/8-16

Center

Locknut

Use Pliers For

Retainer Springs

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR 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. Front

Suspension

Arms Brackets

Front Mower

Idler

Pulley

Single Loop

Retainer Springs

_' _' Discharge Guard

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE Weld Nut

•Install two latch hooks to:mulcher plate from the To

using screw, washer, lock washer, and Lock

weld nut as shown. . Washer

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld :nut to latch Weld

hook by inserting weld nut from the top Nut

with hook pointing down. Tighten hard-

ware securely. ,Latch

•Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

right position. Washer

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown. Mulcher 't-----Screw

• Hook front latch into hole;on front of Plate

mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Hook Points

Latch

Hook

Nut

Lock

Washer

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A_.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

asafe 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.

v"CRECKLIST

Please review the following checklist:

,# All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

4" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

•/" All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overinflat-

ed at the factory).

,! Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-t,_-'ear for best cutting

results. (Tires munt )e properly inflated

for leveling).:

,,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following impor-

tant items:

,I Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fue_ tank is [illed with fresh, clean, regu.

lar 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.

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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and Understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

•REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP _1_

t

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE ' MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE

NHL

NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

(_) _ KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

J

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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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 Position

Switch

Throttle

Control

Clutch/Brake

Clutch Switch

Lever

Plunger

Lift Lever

Choke

Control

Height

Adjustment

Knob Gear Shift

Lever

=gBrake

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

GEAR SHIFT 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 your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever whgn changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (÷)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

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Jil! Theoperationof anytractorcan resultinforeignobjectsthrownintothe

I[ =,-£-,, ]eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. A_ays wear safety glasses

IW or eye shields while operating your tractor or penorming any adjustments or

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

J dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine is

running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without firstsetting the

parking brake will shut off theengine.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal:Pedal Chould

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Thro Push-In to

tUe ..... Attachment Clutch

Control -.._ngag_. _itch PullOut To

_.__ngaged" Position

Clutc

__rn'€=nf "D_sengaged"

Adjustmem Position

Position Knob .

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE

•To stop ground drive, depress

clutch/brake pedal into fu!l "BRAKE" po-

sition.

•Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) posi-

tion.

ENGINE o

• 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.

THRO'n'LE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke'control whenever you are start-

ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a

warm engine.

•To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in neutral

(N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired posi-

tion.

•Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTrlNG HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Turn knob clockwise (G) to raise cutting

height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise (,3)to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

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

from the ground to the blade tip with the

engine not running. These heights are ap-

proximate and may vary depending upon

soil conditions, height of grass and types

of grass being mowed.

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• 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 "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

•With mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled so they are slightly off the ground.

Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

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

16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

•Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gaug_

Bracket

3/8-16

Locknut Shoulder Bolt

3/8 Washer Gauge Wheel

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switcl_, Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

•Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

•Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

Attachment Clutch Attachment Lift Lever

Switch Pull Out To High Position

"Engage" Low

_Position

Discharge

Guard

Push In To

"Disengage"

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

,_CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this manual.

•Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or dowh hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever •to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary , pusl

clutch/brakepedal quickly to brake posi.

tion and engage parking brake.

•Move gearshift lever:to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tract.or

to roll slightly:as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

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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/_ip-

stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick

into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube. Remove and read oil level. If nec-

essary, add oil until "FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier staqing (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in 1be

Maintenance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Customer

Responsibilities section iq this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with aminimum 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

_uantities that can be used within 30

ays to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

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

winter grade gasoline to he!p insure good

cold weather starting.

,A, WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids dudng 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.

,ACAUTION" Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

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

tion.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °F

AND ABOVE)

• When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 °FAND

BELOW)

• When engine starts, allow engine to run

with the throttle control in the choke

position until the engine runs roughly.,

then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion. This may require an engine warm-

up period from several seconds to sev-

eral minutes, depending on the temper-

ature.

• The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: A high altitude (above 3000 feet)

or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the

carburetor fuel mixture may need to be

adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

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MOWING TIPS

• Tirechainscannotbeusedwhenthe

mowerhousingisattachedto tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming. "

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have,

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave unde-

sirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

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MULCHING'MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keel

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 fat|

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut

ting action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting:your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes v_ith the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the eady

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

• Certain type s of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clipi_ings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular t(

the first cut path.

•Change your.Cutting I_attem from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This Will help prevent matting ant

graining of the lawn.

,-_ _ _ ._'r, M,xt,3

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCESC.'=DU'E

FILL..eATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE I_ SERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operation _

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

TInterlock Systems

RCheck for Loose Fasteners

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

TLubriCation Chart

0 Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension V*s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt*,s) Tension Ks

Check Engine Oil Level I_ If

Change Engine Oil 1_1_2._

E CleanAirFiger ', _:

N!Clean Air Screen . '

GInspect Muffler/Spark Arrester' "

NI Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _.2

E Clean Engine Cooling Firm _'_=_2

Replace Spark Plug ' i

Replace Air Filter paper Cartri(_ge

Replace Fuel Filter _ V #

1*C_ mote often when Operating und_"_ heavy load o_ in high ambient tefnperatures. 5 - If equipped with edj,.mt able system.

2-Service more often when opQral_ng in dirty Or dusty conditions. 6 - Not required if equipped with rnalntermnce-fi_ battery.

V', v'

=,i

v'

3*If equipped wi6_ oil fiRer, change oil every _hours.

4-Replace b4ades more often when mowif_ In sandy soil

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractoJ"does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator Zerk

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain OFront

tractor as instructed in this manual. Some Wheel

adjustments will need to be made periodi- Bearing

cally to properly maintain your tractor. Zerk

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this ;manual should OAttachment

be checked at least once each season. Clutch

•Once ayear you should replace the Pivot(s)

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean a,ir filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level,

•Check brake operation.

• Checktire pressure.

• Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

7-Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 It.-Ibs. ma x_lm.

Do not overtighten.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk

Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

I

OGearshift

-r-" :Pivots

OSAE 30 or 10W30 Motor Oil

O General Purpose Grease

O Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon bear-

ings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust

and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-

lubricating bearings. If you feel they must

be lubricated use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparing y.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts', sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and inter-

lock systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described

below, repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL °

• Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

NOTE: Make sure center hole in blade

aligns with star on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT:"Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Mandrel Assembly

Edge Up Blade

Flat Washel

Hex Bolt

(Grade 8)i _ '_)

_,_;,_ _:_"Lock Washel

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identified by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not re,:o nmend sharpening

blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is

balanced.

Care should be!taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheal. 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 bal-

ancer).

NOTE: Do not:use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be c_ntered, but are not.

• Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt

or pin parallel with the ground. If blade

is balanced,i J:t.shouldremain in a hori-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

Center'Hole /i' B,ade

518" Bolt .__:_-, /

or Pin ....:_\"_,,_"

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its

life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

:Keep small vent holes open.

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free: Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

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TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

•Remove terminalguard.

•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 bdght. •

•Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BA'I-I'ERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this manu-

al).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for c;eterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if th_ ybeginto slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING :

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quali[y detergent oil rated

with API service classificati0n SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expecte d operating tem-

perature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumPtion when

used above 32°1:. Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once'a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

• Remove drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely..

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

h_ Air Screen

Oil Drain.._._'_ _._

Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick /"_J'_

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.

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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 cadridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

•Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water. ,

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth•

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

•If very didy or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Clean cadridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very didy or damaged,

replace cadridge.

• Reinstall precleaner cadridge, cover

and secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cadridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cadridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Knobs

Ca_ridge

Cover_

Foam Pre-_

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

•Unscrew old fitter by turning counter-

clockwise. Use a suitable container to

catch oil.

•Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to

rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

Install replacement oil filter by turning

clockwise until rubber gasket contacts

mounting surface, then tighten filter an

additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.

Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section

of this manual). For approximate

capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS" section of this manual.

Stad engine and check for oil leaks.

Correct any leaks before placing engine

into full operation.

Oil Filter

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 "PRO, DUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. |f fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plu!

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

ctam.ps are prepedy positioned.

Clamp. /-_--. __ Clamp

-"'_Fuel Filter

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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 Withautomo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

life.

_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) posi,tion.

•Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

•Turn ignition key "OFI_ and remove key.

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

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

in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

•Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

Lower mower to its Iowes! position.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and disen-

gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

•Raise attachment lift to iis:highest posi-

tion.

• Remove two retainer springs from each

front link and remove links.

•Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side of

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Adjustment

Nuts

Suspension

Arms

Chassis

Lift

Links Front Mower

Bracket

Front

Bracket

Front

Suspension

Bracket

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar Retainer

Springs 22

Retainer

Springs

Front Mower

Bracket

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tiros are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS"). If tiros 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.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

Bottom

o,O O0 o,cu

Suspension

Arm

Lift Link Adjustment Nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so that

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustr_ent 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.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than I'ear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise frontof mower, loosen nut "P

from trunnion on bnth 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 "P against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

.... _¢ T"D --b ':f _,t-'

Both Front unks Should beEqual in Length

Nut "H"_

Front_

Links

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TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BEI'T

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

•Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

• Remove screws from left band mandrel

cover and remove cover.

• Roll belt over the top of left hand man-

drel pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

•Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

•Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

•Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri-

mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-

ing,

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

•Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt

is in both belt keepers at the idlers as

shown.

°Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-

ley,

•Roll belt into upper groove of left hand

mandrel pulley.

•Carefully check belt routing making sure

belt is in the grooves correctly and

inside belt keepers.

•Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Screws

Left Hand

Mandrel \

Cover "

'l_i _ - '_

Left Hand

Mandrel

Idler

Putteys

Electric

Clutch

Pulley

\

Drive Belt

\

",%

Pdma_

IdlerArm

Belt

Keepers

24

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

•Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

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 I;ight 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 mand[el pul-

ley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel

pulley.

• Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

Check secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely.

Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

Install new belt in lower groove of left

hand mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

Roll belt over right hand mandrel pulle_

Make sure belt is in all grooves properl

Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall right hand mandr_

cover.

Reinstatt mower to tractor (See

=INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this manual)

Reassemble :mowe= drive belt (See "TC

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section •of this manual).

Left Hand Mower Blade Center

Mandrel Drive Belt Mandrel Idler

pulley

Right Hand

Secondary

Idler Arm

Cover

Bracket Screw

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A",on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

o_Operating Arm

25

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BI=LT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See =TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

•Disconnect clutch wire harness.

•Remove clutch Iocator.

•Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler. .

•Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around electric

clutch.

•Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure.

Electdc Clutch Locater

Clutching

Transaxle

Pulley

Clutch Wire

Harness

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL

ADJUSTMENT i•

The transaxle should be inlneutral when

the gear shift lever is in neuti'al (N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset at

the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

•Make sure transaxle is'in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels

move freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

• Position the gear shift lever in the neu-

tral (N) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Gearshift Lever

Adjustment Neutral

Lock Gate

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.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

Washers

Retaining _ _I

Ring

Axle/over _,Square Key

(Rear Wheel Only)

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.

26

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

&CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

AIMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a .12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicals.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

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

L.H. Panel _/

Bolt _,

REPLACING BATTERY

_CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•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 tenTfinal guard.

•First connect RED battery cable to po,,

twe (+) battery terminal with hex bolt

and keps nut as shown. Tighten secur,

t,,

• _onnect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-)battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely.

• Close terminal access doors.

• Close hood.

Terminal Keps Nut

Access

Door

Hex Bolt

Positive

Ca_

Terminal

Guarc Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backsid_ of the grill.

• Replace bulb jnholder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in th,

backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause you

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-

vent it from starting.

•Check 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 located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

• Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedure.

Hood

Headlight

Connector

27

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 ind -

viduaL Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening Cable. If adjust- '

ment is necessary proceed as follows:

•With engine not rLnning; move throttle

control lever to fast position.

•Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull

cable back until swivel is against stop.

Tighten cable c_tmp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has beeh preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment'as descdbed

below before Ioos_ ning cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, I_.roceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

•Loosen knob and remove cover assem-

bly from air cleaner.

•Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable untilchoke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-

curely.

•Replace air cleaner cover assembly and

tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate properly due to

suspected carburetor probt(_ms, take your

tractor to an authorized service center for

repair and/or adjustment. '

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you thinkthe

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest AUTHO-

RIZED service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Stop

Clamp

Swivel Screw

Clamp Screw

28

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to co.ol 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.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed and place cables where they cannot

come in contact with,battery terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to 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 fu_ 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 eng{ne oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oilthrough 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 :.

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to

rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will

cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-

tive cover that does t_ot 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.

29

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART'

PROBLEM

Will not start

CAUSE

•Out of fuel.

•Engine not"CHOKED"

pmpedy.

•Engine flooded.

•Bad spark plug.

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

E,gine clicks but

will not start

•Dirty air filter.

•Dirty flJel filter.

• Water in fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor_out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•LOose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

•Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

•Attachment clutch is

engaged.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Blown fuse.

•Corroded battery termi-

nals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty ignition switch.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery termi-

nals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

CORRECTION

• Fill fuel tank.

•See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

•Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

•Replace spark plug.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel fil-

ter.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug.

•FJecharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment

clutch.

• Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuse.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

• Check/replace ignition

switch.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

3O

TROUBLESHOOTING CH .r_'r

PROBLEM CAUSE

Loss of power •Cutting too much

grass/too fast.

•Throttle in "CHOKE" posi-

tion.

• Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

•Low 91' level/dirty oil.

•Fauhy spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•Water in fuel.

•Spark plug wire loose.

•Dirty engine air

screen/fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

CORRECTION :, .

•Set in Higher Cut! pbsi-

tion/reduce speed...

•Adjust throttle control.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Check oil level/change oil.

•Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

•Drain fuel tank and Carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel fil-

ter.

_, Connect and tighten spark

•plug wire.

•Clean engine air screen/fins.

•Clean/rep!ace muffler.

•Gheck all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and AdjUstments

section.

_, Contact an authorized ser-

vice center.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with at-

tachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

• Wo=,=, Dent or loose blade.

pBent blade mandrel.

•Loose/damaged part(s).

!.

! * Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

,Mower deck not level.

*Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

*Bent blade mandrel.

•(;logged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

• Replace blade mandreL.

•Tighten loose part(s).

• Replace damaged parts.

• Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

corrected, contact an autho-

rized service center/

department.

•Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

; Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

31

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass dis-

charge

'i

Headlight(s) not •

working (if so

equipped)

il

Battery wi not o

charge •

Engine =backfires" "

when turning

engine "OFF"

CAUSE

• Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

•Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

4

•Engine speed too slow.

• Travel speed t(_o fast

• Wet grass

•Mower aeck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pres-

sure.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Buiidup_of grass, leaves

and Va._h under mower.

Mower drive belt worn.

Blades improperly

installed.

Improper blades used.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes frqm buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Switch is =OFF".

Bulb(s) burned out.

Faulty light switch.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds

before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

•Remove obstruction.

•Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

• Shift to slower speed.

•Allowgrass to dry before

mowing.

•Leyel mbwer deck.

•Check t_'es for proper air

oressure.

•Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

•Clean u0derside of mower

hoUsing_

•Replace mower drive belt.

•,Reinstal_ blades sharp edge

down.

•R_place with blades listed in

,,;is manual.

•O .'an around mandrels to

P.n vent holes.

•Turn switch "ON".

•Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

*Check wiring and connec-

tions.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - : MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

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BATTERY

SOLENOID

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STARTER

CLUTCH /BRAKE

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ELECTRIC CLUI"CH

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PRESENCE

RELAY #1

HEADLIGHTS

GFC

• nosw_c. •.IPOSITION CIRCUIT

OFF C+GIB+H B

ON C+FTS+E_A+D

0DA

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION I I,_IRCUIT "MAKE" WIRING INSULATED CUPS

_lO'l E: IF WIRING INSULATED

OFF ÷ G + A1 NONE CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

RUN B + A1 NONE SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

START + S*A1 NONE . PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

33

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9_7.272130

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21 22

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70 80

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - _-MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465

"2 74760412

8 7603.1

10 145211

11 150109 "

12 145769

16 153664

17720408

S_rD551125

73350400

_1 166184

4152J

24 8860R

25 146148

26 166180

27 73510400

28 145491

29 160784

30 163£68

33 140403

40 166166

42 131563

43 145673

45 122822X

50 154963

55 17490508

70 166668

79 163996

80 146685

81 109748X

Battery,12Volt28 Amp

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

Tray Battery

Bolt Btr Frt 114-20x 7.5

Holddown Battery FrontMount

Nut Push Nylon 1/4"Battery Frt

Switch, IntadockPush-In

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

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC

Harness, Ught

LightBulb :

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 17"

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W16 Wire

Fuse, 15 Amp

Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Cable, Ground,6 Gauge, Black,2!"

Switch, PlungerNormalOP Olive

Switch,Ignition'DelthPush-In

Key,Molded, Craftsman

Harness, Ignition

Cover, Term!na!

Solenoid

Ammeter,R_ctangutar15 Amp

Switch PTO 3PDT Red Delta

Screw Thdrol 5/1@18 x 1/2

Harness, Engine

Socket, Light Bulb

Harness Clutch EVX

Relay Asm, !

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. (riches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR "-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

t166819 ChassisAssembly

2 ,140356 Drawbar

3 17490612 Screw,'t'hd., Roll. 3/8-16x3/4

9 163976 Dash

10 STD533710 ,Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x3/4

11 163455 Panel, Dash, LH

13 163456 Panel, Dash, RH

17 161023X558 HoodAssembly

20 162026 Plate BatterySTYT

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x12 Gauge

26 STD541437 LooP,nut

28 160564X558 Grille

29 161235 Lens,Gnlle :.

30 154791X558 Fender/Footrest.PntSTYT w/CH TL

31 139976 Bracket,Fender/Support

37 17490508 ScrawThdrol 5/16-:18x 1/2

38 139886 PivotBracketAssem_y, LH,

39 139887 PivotBracketAssembly,RH

50 161236 BaffleStealth YTGT'-B&S/KOHL

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

58 161236 Duct Hood

59 110436X BushingSnap Split Blk

60 STD533707 Bolt,Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

64 162025 Dash, Lower STYT

74 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

114 158112 Keeper Belt Rear Lh

115 17490620 Screw Thdrol3/a-16 x 1-1/4

116 19131614 Washer 13/32 x lx 14

140 158418 Bracket,SuspensionFront

142 165867 Plate, ReinforcementSTLT

143 ,154966 Backrest,Swayt_ar(_hassis

144 154207 Bracket, FootrestSTLT

14_ 156524 Rod PivotChas._s/Hood

154 161897 Bracket Dash Rh

155 161900 B_cket Dash Lh

156 ."3805 Striker PlateYTGT

; 157 =03806 Magnet YTGT

158 162037 Bracket ParkingBrake

159 155123X428 CupholderSTL Black

160 162967 Fastener Nut Pal

161 164655 ExtrusionBumper

166 164863 Screw Hw Hd Hi-Loi#13o16x 3/4

-- 5479J Plug, Button

#

NOI"E: All componentdimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 26.4 mm

37

TRACTOR" -MODEL NUMBER 917.27'2130

GROUND DRIVE

38

TRACTO[" _MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTIQN

1....... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 52 STD541431

Peerless, Model 206-545(3 53 105710X

2146682 Spring, Return,Brake 55 105709X

3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 56 STD523712

4t2000028 Ring, Retainer " 57 130801

5121520X Strap, Torque 88 127274X

6 17490512 Screw,Thd., Roll. 5/16-18 x 3/4 59 140312

8165866 Rod Shifter Fender STLT 61 17490612

9 160889 Clutch Elect EVX 62 8883R

10 STD561210 Pin,Cotter 63 145868

11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate 65 STD551143

13 74560412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch 66 154778

Grade 8

14 10040400 Washer 74 137057

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hxw/Inssi16-18Unc 75 121749X

18 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 76 STD581'075

Gr. 5 77 123583X

19 STD.541437 Nut 78 121748X

20 150280 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x4-1/4 79 2228M.

21 1OB933X Knob 80 145090

22 130804 Rod, Brake 81 165592

23 154978 BracketAsm Clutch Mtg 82 165711"

EVX 97 1 83 19171216

24 STD541237 Nut

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 84 166281

26 STD551037 Washer 85 150360

27 STB561210 Pin 89 158_91X42'8

28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 90 124346X

29 124236X Cap, Parking Broke,Red

30 130607 Bracket, T_n_ 96 4497_

31 127275X Keeper, Belt, LH. t00 19111216

32 STD623107 Bolt 112 19091210

33 72140506 BoItR_lhd Sqnk 1t3 127285X

5/16-18Unc x 3/4 145 74490540

34 155071 Shaft Sssembly,Foot Pedal 150 165850 '

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 151 19133210

36 STD551062 Washer 156 166002

37 STO571810 Roll Pin 158 165589

38 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 159 165494

39 STD523727 Bolt • 160 19292016

40 4470J Spacer, Sp_it, .395 x.59 161 72140406

41 165838 Keeper, Belt, Idler 162 73680400

42 19131312 Washer 1_32xts/16x12Ga. 163 74780416

47 127783 Pulley,'|dler,V-Graove, Plastic 164 19091010

46 154407 BellcrankClutch Grad Dry Stl 165 165623!

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 166 166880

50 STD523715 Bolt 0 168 165492

51 STD541437 NutCrown Cock3/8-16 UNC 169 165580

Nut Crown L0ck5/16-18 UNC

Unk, CkJtch :

Spring,Clutch Return

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

V-Belt, Ground Drive

Keeper, Belt, R.H.

Keeper, Be!t, Center Span

Screw, Thd., RolL 3/8-16 x3/4

Cover, Pedal

Pulley Clutch Elect EVX

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine,Fool-

Proof

Spacer, Split

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

E-Ring

Key,Square 2.0 x .1845/.1865

Washer 25/32 x1:5/8 x 16 Ga.

Key Woodruff

Arm, Shift

ShaftAssembly, .

Spring,Torsion.

Washer 17/32 x3/4x 16

Gauge

LinkTransaxle

Nut, Nylock

Console, Shift,STLT

Nut, Self-Threading,Washer Hd

1/4

Retainer Spring

Wahser 11/32 x5/4 x16 Ga.

Washer 9/32x 3/4 x10 Gauge

Keeper BeltL_

Bolt, Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

Bushing Be,crank Grd Ddve

Washer 13/32 x 2x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125

Bracket ShiftMount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift

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

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Uric x I Gr5

Nut Crownlock1/4-20 Unc

BoltHex Fin 1/4-20 uricx I Gr5

Washer 5/8 x .28t x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x5/8

BoltShoulder 5/16-18 x.561

Plate FasteningLt

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

39

TRACTOR ; -MODEL NUMBER 917.2"/'2130

STEERING ASSEMBLY

"L

27

$\ \

_,,] /J

4O

117

SS

15

2g

4O

TRACTOR -._MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KI-_Y PART

NO. NO.

1 159944X428

2 154427

:_ 156483

4 157473

5 6266H

6 121748X ,

7 19272016

8 12000029

c= 8366R

10 156438

11 STD551137

12 73940800

13 '154779

15 73901000

17 156543

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

•_136874

., 17490612

_2 139929

3:J 19111216

34 10040500

35 73810500

36 155105

37 152927

38 159946X428

40 STD541537

41 159945

42 163888

43 121749X

46 121232X

47 6855M

62 167905

65 154780

66 1544O4

67 74781044

68 154429

;'? 19182411

73 160135

79 19132012

80 74950612

DESCRIPTION

Wheel, Steedng

Axle,Asm Front

Spindle,Asm Lh

Spindle,Asm Rh

Bearing, Race ThrustHarden

Washer, 25/32 x 1 518x 16ga

Washer,27/32 x I 1/4 x 16 Ga

Ring, Klip#t5304-75

Bearing,Col Strg BIk

Draglink,ExtendedStamped

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 UNF

Bearing,AxleSTLT/GT

Locknut,Flange. 5/8-11 UNC

Shaft, Asm Strg

Washer,Thrust 515 x 750 x 033

Support,Shaft

Screw,Hex Wsh'Hd Ton(

Shaft,Asm Pittman

Bracket, Steering

Gear, Sector

Screw,Tndrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-ft

Rod, ]]e BJ Solid 1975 Manual

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

Washer LockHvy I-IlclSpr 5/16

Locknut5/16.24 UNF

Bushing,Strg

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

Insert, SteedhgWheel

Gripee Nut

Adaptor,Wheel Strg

BootStealthSteedng

Washer, 25/_ x_1-1/4x 16 Gauge

Cap, SpindleFrTop BIk

Fitting,Grease

Kit.Steedng Assembly

Spacer,Axle

Bearing,Arm Piftman

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

Axle, Brace

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

ExtensionSteeringPremium

Washer 13/32 x .:1-1/4x 12 Ga

Bolt Hex Nylon3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

41

ENGINE

TRACTOR: ; - MODEL NUMBER 917.27'2130

29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

." ii

Spark Arrester

23

/

"_ _'_- 35

4

42

ENGINE

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

KEY PART,

NO. NO.

1164067

217720410

3 .......

4149723

5 1605r

6 1595

81501

10 16,?_75

13 165391

14 132B0336

15 13200300

16 11050600

17 1749(3624

23 159880

25 164068

26 73920600

29 "(371'B0

31 157103

32 161696

33 123487X

34 106082X

35 '17490512

37 8543R

38 o-_. ....

39 _109227X

62 ° 10040500

72 :71070512

81 128861 '

k

102 _164863

DESCRIPTION

Control Throt

Screw _exThd Cut 1/4-20x516

Engine (See Breakdown)

BriggsModel 407777-0121-E1

MufflerAsm Twin Lo-tone

• Exhaust Asm RH B&S 20 HP VealIntek

Exhaust Asm LhB&S 20 HP Vert Intek

Bolt 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 w/sems

ShieldHeat

Gasket Kohler

Nipple, Pipe 4-1/2"

Elbow,Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth3/8

Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Tt

Shield, Browning

ContrOlCoke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf

K(tSpark Arrestor

Tank,Fuel

Cap Asm Fuel

Clamp Hose BIk

Pad Spacer

Screw,Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

Line Fuel 54"

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Pad Idler

Washer, Lock Hvy Helica!5/16

Screw Hex Hd Cap

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Start_ N_t

Screw Hw Hd Hi-Lo #13-16 x3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U,S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

TRACTOR- -MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

SEAT ASSEMBLY

12

11

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 1401'24

2 140551

3 STD523710

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 17490616

9 1913_614

10 155925

11 166369

12 121246X

KEy PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Seat

BracketPntPivotSeat (blk)

BoltF_ Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push InHinged

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins3/8-16 Uric

SpringSeat Cprsn 2 250 B4kZi

ScrewThdro!3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

13 121248X

14 720£_'11;

15 12124_,,.

16 123740X

17 123976X

18 124238X

21 153236

22 STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

BushingSnap BIkNy150 Id

BoltRdhd ShtNk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Spilt

Spdng

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Cap Spring Seat

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/ins 5/16-18

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

BoltShoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

'44

DECALS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NU MBER 917.272130

16 4

63 \ 10

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 164085

2 106202X

3 163916

4 163917

5163208

6 133644

7167330

8 166887

9 163204

10 156439

11 164088

12 146046

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Dash Atom Eng Gr. 13 164065,

Reflector'Tail LightRed/Amber

Decal, Hbod_.R.H 14 160397

Decal, Hood, LH. 15 165399

Decal, Fender Sd White 16 167184

Radi6sp 46" 20 149516

Decal,Customer Maintenance 21 138_47

Decal,'Dash -- 138311

Decal, Deck F..Z3 - - 154515

Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 1545_16

Decal,iFender Danger -- 168149

Decal,-,Brake Clutch Stph -- 168149

Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic

7

12

--2

-1

--2

DESCRIPTION

Decal,Sting WnlDomed

Prem Srs

Decal, V-Belt ,Schematic

Decal, Engine

Decal, Rplc .

Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Deca_,Battery Diehard Sears

Decal, Uft Handle

Pad FootrestLH STLT

Pad FootrestRH STLT

Owner'sManual,.English

Owner's Manual,Spanish

4,10 .

11

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

159192 Cap Value 33re

2 65139 Stem Value

3 106222X 13reFront

4 59904 Tube Front'fire (Not Provided,

Service Item Only,'

5106732)(427 P,k'nFront

6 278H 'FittingGrease (Front Wheel

Only)

79o4o1:1 Bearing Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

8106108X427 Rim Rear

9122082X , "13reRear

10 7152J Tube Rear "_re(Not Provided,

SercieItem Only

11 104767X Cap Axle

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

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

lm_=25.4mm

45

TRACTOR :-- MODEL NUMBER 917.2"/'2130

LIFT ASSEMBLY

,, 13

30

3

13

19

13

19

20

15

46

TRACTO P •_. MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 t 59461 Wire Asm., Inner w/plunger

2 159476 ShaftAsm Uft

3 138284 Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 15211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga

6 120183X Beadng Nylon

7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted

8 122365X Button Plunger

11 139865 LinkLiftLh

12 139866 Link LiftRh

13 STD624008 RetainerSpdng.

15 127218 Unk Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 130171 TrunnionBIk Zinc

18 73680800 Nut Crownlock1/2-13 UNC

19 139868 Arm SuspensionRear

20 163552 Spdng Retainer

23 110807X Nut Special:

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

25 164524 Spring

:._6 76020308 Pin Cotter 3_32 x 1_

•164543 Rod AdjustLift

_u 73350600 Nut Hex Jani 3/8-16 Unc

29 138057 Knob Infinite 3/8-16 Unc Black

30 150233 TrunnionInfinHeight

31 140302 Beadng Pvt.:LiflSpherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock_3/8-24

36 155097 Pointer,Height Indicator

37 123935X Plug, Hole '

38 17490512 Screw Thdrul 5/16-18 x 3/4

40 19112410 Washer 11/32x 1-1_2x 10Gauge

41 155098 IndicatorHeight STLT

49 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

50 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

_NOTIE:All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

47

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.27'2130

MOWER DECK

116 117

Jl

46

49 41

8_

21 22

20

47

I

'48

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 164210

3 138457

5 STD6,?.4008

6130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 163819

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X

16 14O329

18 72140505

19 132827

20 145055

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 149287

26 110452X

27 157788

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153531

33 137266

34 144945

35 17490628

36 STD551037

37 131494

38 156086

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTIQN

Housing,Mower 46' 39 144917

BracketAsm., Sway Bar 40 137273

RetainerSpring 41 17490620

Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 42 122052X

Bar) ,43 144949

Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 44 133943

Washer, Lock H,y., Unplated 3/8 45 145059

Washer, Hard Bla:'l= Mower 46 137729

Vented 47 144959

Blade,46" Mower Deck 48 148763

Beadng, Ball,Mandrel.#6204 49 STD541437

ShaftAsm. w/Lower Beadng 50 72110612

(IncludesKey No. 12) 51 153390

Housing,Mandrel 52 156493

Bearing,Ball, Mandrel 53 19131312

Stdpper,Mower Round 54 74780616

Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 55 72140608

Bolt,Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 72 19131616

Baffle,Vortex Mewer 46" 92 STD5414_7

Nut, Crownlock .,,',3-18 UNC 101 145579

Stiffiner,Bracket 102 71161010

Bracket, Deflecto_ 103 10071000

Cap, Sleeve 104 19061216

Spring,Torsion,Deflector 105 160793

Nut, Push 106 2029J

Shield,Deflector Mower 116 137644

Washer 11/32x5/8 x 16 Ga. 117 133957

Rod, Hinge 118 73930600

Screw,Tt_dRol!ingWasher Head 119 19121414

Washer,Spacer Mower Vented 126 144948

Pulley,Mandrel 127 146763

Nut, Fig. Top LockCntr. 9/16 -- 16622_

Anchor, S'pdngDock 46"

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

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

Pulley,Idler,Flat --143651

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Pulley,Idler,Driven

Spdng,Secondary 44/45/50 Vent

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

Spacer,Retainer '

Ann, IdlerSoc0ndar_

Washer, Hardened

Cover,Mandrel Dec_

Screw, ThdrolL 1/4_20x 5/8

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Pdmery

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-t6 UNC

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

Washer Felt

PulleyIdler

Washer 13/32 x 13/1'6x 12 Ga.

Bolt FinHex 3/8-16'1._NCx I Gr.5

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/6.t6 UNC x 1

Washer 13/32 x I x 1_ Ga.

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins3/8-16 UNC

Cover, Mulching ,

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

• Washer

LatchAsm. Bagger.

Nut, Weld

Bolt,Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centerlock 3/6.t6 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 1AGa.

Arm, Idler,Pdmah/.Deck46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Greoye Dim. 4.25

Deck Complete (Std.iDeck-Order

separately mulehor plate and

gauge wheel componentsKey

Nos. 101-106 and 116-116)

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

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

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U.S.inches

1 insh= 25.4 rem

49

TRACTOR _--MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE --MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

157,

47

150

58

29

157

,41A

45

50

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 772147

2 780086A

3 770128

4776395

5776409

6 776364

6A 778369

7 778330

8 792180

8A 782047

9 784352

10 784378

11 778334

12 778309

13 778368

14 778368

15 778370

17 786188

18 786102

20 792077A

21 792078

22 792079

25 792073A

25A 792177

26 792125

27 792035

28 788040

29 780072

29A 780160

29B 780051

29C 780199

30 780108

31 780001

31A 780195

32 788083

34 780194

35 780193

35A 780197

36 790075

37 790007

38 799021

39 786026

40 792076A

Transaxle C, er 41A 790079

Needle Bearth_ ,d() 42 792073A

Transaxle Case 42A 792085A

Countershaft 43 792075

Output Shaft •44 790025

Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 786066

SpurGear (15 teeth) 46 786086

Spur Gear (11 teeth) 47 774690

ShiftKey 48 774691

WoodruffKey #9 49 778356

ShiftCollar 50 778338

Shift Rod & Fr" " 51 778354

Revel Gear ,,;h) 52 778382

Input Bevel }. 3 teeth) 53 778350

Revel Gear (. [eeth) (Include. 54 778346'

14) 56 778355,

Revel Pinion(13 teeth) (Include. 57 778..337

13) 88 778353

RingGear (43 teeth) 59 778351.

Drive Pin 60 778349

Spacer 1.130 X .695 61 778345

Ball 5/160 dia 65 780189"

Set Screw 3/8 - 16 x 3/60 66 776422

Spdng .310 C)Dx .625 L 67 776396

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4(_ 69 792170

Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/80 70 786'187

Retaining Ring(pkg of 2) 71 788069

Retaining Ring 71B 788092

Retaining Ring 76 780090

ThrustWasher .627 ID x .031W 77 788078A

ThrustWasher .762 ID x .031W 79 792144

ThrustlWaSher.762 ID x .031W 82 778333

Anti-RotationWasher .632

Cup Washer 1.127 ID x .032W 63 778._38

Flat Washer.750 ID x .056W 85 792154 '

(Use As Needed) 87 788089A

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

Oil Se_l 5/8(5 157 788088A

Bushing.563 180 730229A

Flanged Bushing5 /80 ID 900 794712

Flanged Bushing.751

Brake pisk

Brake Pad plate

Brake Pad (pkg of 2)

Dowel Pin

Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W

DESCRIPTION,

Brake Lever '

Screw 1/4 - 20 X1-1/4(_

Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4(_

Locknut5 /16 - 24

Brake Pad Holder

Spacer .2625 x 1.0

Brake Lever Bracket

Axle (11-15/:16_) Long)

Axle (16 oI/2(_ long)

Spur Gear (29 teeth)

Spur Gear (67 teeth)

Spur Gear (23 teeth)

Spur Gear (19 teeth)

Spur Gear (16 teeth)

Spur Gear (15 teeth)

Spur Gear (11teeth)

Spur Gear (13 teeth)

Spur Gear (17 teeth)

Spur Gear (21:teeth)

Spur Gear (24 te_th)

Spur Gear (28 tec:th)

Flat Washer .563 ID x .062W

Input Shaft

Shifter& Brakesl_aft

Retaining Ring

Spacer .890

SquareCut Ring

(_)O_ Ring

Flat Washer i.128 ID x .058W

InvertedRetaining Ring

Spdng.43000 x .5000 L

Bevel & Spur Gec3r(30 & 13

teeth)

Spur Gear (27 _eeth)

Oil FillPlug •

Oil Seal 9 /16(_

LiquidGasket R'W Silicone

Oil Seal 3/4(_

Gear Oil 80W90

ReplacementMST - 206-545C

Tmnsaxle

NOTE: Altcomponentdimensionsgh/en'!hU.S. inches

1 inch =i25.4 mm

51

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

BRIGGS ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

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TRACTOR:- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

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TRACTOR -' MODEL NUMBER 917.272130

BRIGGS ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 012i-E1

PART KEY

NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1 690231 CylinderAssembly 135 499803

2 499585 Bushing-Cylinder 137 690994

3 690926 + Seal-Oil 141 499807

4 690069 Sump-Engine 142 499808

5 499587 Head-CylinderNo. I 146 94388

5A 499595 Head-CylinderNO.2 150 281767

7 690962 +U Gasket-CylinderHead 160 690996

8 499601 BreetherAssem_"y 163 691001

9 690937 + Gasket-Breather 177 691031

10 690960 Screw (BreathorAssy.) 187 691050

11 690942 Tube-Breather

12 690945 + Gasket-Crankcase 187A 691049

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 188 690960

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 192 690083

16 691046 Crankshaft 209 690018

20 690947 + Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 211 690019

23 691053 Flywheel 212 691020

24 690974 Key-Flywheet 213 691021

25 499588 PistonAssembly(Std.) 2t6 69_022

499589 PistonAssembly (.010 00.S.) 219 394348

499590 PistonAssembly (.020"O.S,) 220 690412

499591 PistonAsserr_ (.030"O.S.) 222 691023

26 499604 RingSet-Piston(Std,) 227 691048

499605 RingSet-Piston (.010 (_O.S.) 231 690718

499606 RingSet-Piston(.020 00.S.) 240 691035

499607 RingSet-Piston (.030 00.S.) 252 690956

27 690975 Lock-PistonPin 256 690957

28 499582 Pin-Piston "258 690308

29 499583 Rod-Connecting 265 691024

32 690976 Screw (ConnectingRod) 267 69t044

33 499596 Valve-Exhauet 276 69(_97

34 499597 Valve-Intake 278 690097

35 690963 Spring-Valve(Intake) 287 690960

36 690963 Spring-Valve(_ '_aust) 304 691004

40 690964 Retaiber-Valv,_ 305 691005

42 499586 Keeper-Valye 309 691262

45 690977 Valve'Tappet 310 691263

46 690978 CamShaft 311 691"264

48 692714 ShortBIock 332 69_59_

50 690948 Mani_pld-lntake 333 691060

51 690949 +IU Gasket-Intake 334 691061

51A 690950 +lu Gasket-Intake 337 691043

53 690951 Stud(Carburetor) 358 499889

54 690953 Screw ( etake Manifold) 363 691062

73 691055 Screon-Rotating 383 690966

74 691057 Screw (RotatingScreen) 385 690960

75 691056 Washer(Flywheel) 387 691034

89 690238 Plug'Oil _ 404 690442

95 690718 Screw (ThrottleValve) 405 690960

98 499802 Idle Speed Kit 445 691007

104 690984 I Pin-FloatHinge 447 691003

105 690985 I Valve-FltmtNeedle 447A 690960

108 690986 Valve-ChoiCe

117 690232 I Jet-Main (Standard)

117 690989 Jet4vtainHighAltitude)

121 499811 Carbu'retorOverhaulKit

122 690952 Spacer-Carburetor

125 499804 Carburetor

130 690993 Valve:rnrettle

131 499805 ThrottieShaft Kit

133 499806 Float-Carburetor

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION ,'

Fuel Transfel'Tube

lu Gasket-Flaat

Choke Shaft Kit "

I Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing .

lu Gasket*Nozzle

Retainer.Solenoid

+U Gasket-AirCleaner

+ O-Ring Seal (Dipstick)

Line-Fuel(Cut to Required

Length) '

Line-Fuel

Screw (ControlBracket)

Adjuster-RonkerArm

Spring-Governor

Spdng-GovemedIdle

Link-Throttle

Bracket-ChokeControl

Link-Choke

Gear-Governor

Washer (GovernorLever)

Bracket-Contr01,

ControlLever-Go_,emor

Screw (ChokeValve)

Filter-Fuel ,

Element-Breather

Retainer-Elemen,t,

Screw (EngineSump)

Clamp-Casing

Screw (CasingClamp)

+IU Sealing Washer,

Washer(Gov. ControlLever)

Screw (Dipstick Tube)

Housing-Blower

Screw (BlowerHousing)

Motor-Stealer

Bolt-StarterMotol"

BrushSet

Nut (Rywbeet) .

Armature-Magneto

Screw (Armature)

Spark Plug

Gasket Set

FlywbeetPul!er

Wrench.SparkPlug

Screw (Fue! Pump)

Pump-Fuel

Washer(GovernorCrank)

Screw (Back Plate)

Filter*AirCleaner Cartridge

Screw (Air Guide Cover)

Screw (Air Guide Cover)

+ IncludedinGasket Set, Ref. No. 358

I Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121

u Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977

U Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 1033

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U,S. inches

1 inch= 25,4 mm

55

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2q'2130

BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1

KEY

NO. PART KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

462 691261

467 691008

474 691064

501 691185

505 691029

510 497606

513 692(_4

523 691036

525 691037

526 690960

544

552

552A

556

562

873

578

579

601

615

616

628

6.33

635

654

668

691

697

703

718

726

741

742

750

783

788

788

797

798

801

802

8O3

847

851

855

865

866A

865B

868

871

877

878

881

690552

69O553

691183

690311

6910O9

691208

691029

691038

690317

691045

690960

690998

691210

69O958

691215

690657

690372

69O010'

690959

499612 '

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690328

691O33

693058

691039

691220

693167

890967

691283

691286

499602¸

_1234

_1Qll

_1012

691014

691015

690968

690969

399916

881237

690999

Washer (Stader Cable) 883 690970

Knob-AirCleaner 914 690960

Aitemator 918 691040

Regulator * 929 691003

Nut (Gov. ControlLever) 934 691058

Drive-Starter 943 690589

Clutch-Drive 947 499809

Dipstick

DipstickTube 965 499613

Screw (Regulator) 967 691016

Armatura-Stader(Service with 968 499788

691262 Starter Motor) 975 499810

Bushing-GovernorCrank 977 499812

Bushing-GovernorCrank 987 691U,.)0

Screw (Aitemator) 993 6900234

Bolt(Gov. Contro_Lever) 1905 691243

Plate-Bock

WireAssernbly , 1006 691247

Nut (Starter Cablq) 1013 690954

Clamp-Hose , , 1017 696770

Retainer-Govemo]-Shaft 1019 690103

Crank-Governor :

Screw (Fuel pump Bracket) 1022 696_71

lu Seal-Choke Shaft 1023 499599

Boot.Spark Plug, 1023A 499600

Nut (Carburetor) 1024 499(.

Spacer 1026 690981

+ GovernorShaftSeal 1026A 69("_-

Screw (Drive Cap) 1027 690_;'.

Clip 1029 690972

Pin-Locater 1033 499890

Gear-Ring 1035 691042

Gear-Timing 1036 499783

E-RingRetainer 1051 691265

Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1058 273694

Gear-Pinion 1081 691032

Fuel Pump Bracket 1096 691293

Hamess.Widng 1100 690973

Screw (BrushRetainer) 1123 690987

Screw (RockerArm)

Cap-Ddve 1124 690988

Cap-End 1125 690996

Housing-Starter(Service with 1126 690991

691262 StarterMotor) 1127 6969q2

Dips_ck/'rubeAssembly 1128 69099C

Terminal*Cable I_1 I_1

Adapter-Air

Cover-AirGuide

Cover-Air Guide

Cover-AirGuide

Seal-Valve

Bushing-Guide

•alternatorConnector/Wire

Hamess-Altemator

Plate-Cover

_-U Gasket-Exhaust

Screw (RockerCover)

Hose-Vacuum

: Screw (ChokeControlBracket)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

+ O-Ring Seal (Oil PumpCover)

Solenoid-Fuel

Oil Pump Cover

.Fiiter-Pre-Cleaner

Cover-AirCleaner

Bowl-Float

,GasketSet-Carburetor

lu "Seal-ThrottleShaft

lu Gasket-Plate

Fan-Flywheel

Retainer-Fan

_lippla-Oil Filter

bil Pump Screen

Label Kit

+U Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-Rocker(Cyl. No. 1)

Cover-Rocker(Cyl. No. 2)

Pump-Oil

Rod-Push(Steel)

Rod-Push(Aluminum)

Filter-Oil

RoskerArm

Valve Overhaul Kit

Shaft-Pump

EmissionsLabel

Ring-Retaining

Owfler_)sManual

+ O-Ring Seal (DipstickTube)

Retainer-Brush

RockerArm Pivot

lu O-Ring Seal (Solenoid

Retainer)

lu O-Ring Seal-Fuel TransferTube

IScrew (cover Plate)

Screw (FuelTransferTube

Screw (FloatBowl)

IScrew (CarburetorNozzle)

407777-O27-E1Replacement Engine

+ IncludedinGasket Set, Ref. No. 358

I Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121

u Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977

U Includedin Gasket Set, Raf. No. 1033

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S, inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

56

57

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

Operatb your Tractor up a-ridd0wntlle face Ofsldl_es (not I

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme |

caution when changing dlrecUon on slopes. I

I

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Para pedir serviciode reparaci6n a domicilio

1-800-676-5811

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Au Canada'pour tout le service _'J les pieces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts ybu need:

Call 6 am-11 pm CST, 7 days a we.ek

PartsDirect s_ q

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Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

•1-800-659-7084

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, in your area:

Call 24 Hours a day, 7 days aweek

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