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Owner's Manual

rRAFTSMAN+

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272140

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

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 ......................... 19

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

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

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

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

the owner's manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

state.

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

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution, if you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do 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 awheel 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.

•Donottrytostabilizethemachineby

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and tum 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 care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment belts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regulady.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debds 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.

• Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairswith

theenginerunning.

•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 look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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

across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

•Do nottum 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!H 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 plug.

AWARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

:)IL TYPE SAE -30(above 32°F)

API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RJ19LM

'GAP: .030")

VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .00T'-.009"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0 - 5.5

(MPH): REVERSE: 0- 2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 16AMPS@ 3600 RPM

BATI'ERY: AMP/I-IR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

,TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety 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).

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Washer

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

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

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #10

(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Manual

Video

Cassette

Mulcher

Plate

Steering

Wheel

Pads Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Shoulder (2) Washers

Bolts 3/8 x 718x 14 Gauge

(2) Gauge Wheels

__I I I

(2) Latch Hook

Assemblies

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

(2) Center lock Nuts

Stee_ng Sleeve

Steedng Sleeve

E_en_on

_ 0_} Steedng

Wheel

Inse_

(2) Front Link Assemblies

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledat thefactorywithexceptionof thosepartslett

unassembledfor shippingpurposes.Toensuresafeand properoperationof yourtractor

all partsandhardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe correcttools

asnecessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthe videocassettebeforeyoubegin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

Asocketwrenchset will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(2) 1/2" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1)Pliers drive Ratchet

(1) Utility knife

(1) Phillips Screwdriver

(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, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and package materials.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

• Remove Iocknut and large flat washer

from steering shaft.

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

•Slide the steering sleeve over the steer-

ing shaft.

•Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering wheel,

•Position steering wheel so cress bars

are horizontal (left to dght) and slide

onto adapter.

•Secure steering wheel to steering 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.

I> /Steering

Wheellnse"

_--- L_k Nut

Large Flat

_Washer

- .

Steering _-Wheel

Wheel _Adapter

uSteering

_-.--._1 /Sleeve

Tabs _Extension

Shaft

Steering

Sleeve

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

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 freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (Se_

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECTBATTERY

• Lift hoodto raisedposition.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in

MAINTENANCE section of this manual

for charging instructions).

Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat,

•Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

•Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely,

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment Knob

Seat

Flat Washer

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor,

check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE _in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

•Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway

bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to

left side of mower deck.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout-

ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install belt

into electric clutch pulley groove.

•Install one front link in top hole of the

right hand front mower bracket and right

hand front suspension bracket. Retain

with two single loop retainer springs as

shown.

•Install second front link in left hand front

suspension bracket only and retain with

single loop retainer spring as shown.

•Tum height adjustment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

•Lower mower linkage with attachment lift

control.

•Place the left hand suspension arm on

outward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

•Slide left side of mower back and install

the unattached front link in top hole of

the left hand front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring

as shown.

•Place the right hand suspension arm on

outward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

•Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack-

et 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).

Double Loop

Chassis Retainer Spring

Bracket (Outward pointing

Shoulder deck pins)

Bolt

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 Suspension

Arms Brackets

Front Mower

Bracket

3/8 Washer

3/8-16

Center

Locknut

Use Pliers For

:_etainerSprings

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Idler

Pulley

Single Loop

Retainer Springs

Discharge Guard

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down.

•Tighten hardware securely.

•Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

right position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hoie on back of

mower deck.

,ACAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional grass

catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulchar blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut Hook Points

Weld

Nut

Lock

Washer Latch

Hook

Latch

Washer

Mulcher '_-----Screw

Plate

Washer

CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

v' All assembly instructions have been

completed.

v' No remaining loose parts in carton.

t/ Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

t/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

_/ All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

v' Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled

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

results. (33res must be properly inflated

for leveling).

v' Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed propedy around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

_' Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are propedy

clamped.

v' Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls -their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See

=TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

Deflector

Shield

_Latch

_Hooks

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwiththe product.

Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

®OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKINGBRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED MOWER LIFT

R N H L

ATrACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

•CLUTCH ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATrACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter

Throttle Control

Ignition

Switch

Light Switch

Position

Attachment

Clutch Switch

Lever

Plunger

Clutch/Brake

Control

Choke Control

Attachment

LiftLever

Height Brake

Adjustment

Knob Motion

Control Lever

Freewheel

Control

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

A'n'ACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting

a cold engine.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE: Used to control engine

speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the

speed and direction of the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-),

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

IIlffi=!_ The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the I

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

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

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

dard safety glasses. I

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine is

running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine,

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in =EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Throttle Push-In to Attachment Clutch

Control =Disengag_ Switch Pull Out To

=Engage"

"Brake"

"Position

=Engaged" Position

Pedal =Ddve"

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

•To stop ground drive, depress

clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"

position.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

•Tum ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than =OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are start-

ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a

warm engine.

•To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

•Release parking brake and clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Turn knob clockwise (C,) to raise cutting

height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise (,3)to

lower cutting 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.

•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 _I'O 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.

Gauge Wheel _._

Mounting.,,

Bracket _f/,_

3/8-10

Locknu_

3/8 Washer-----'-_

Gauge Wheel --"" Shoulder Bolt

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

•Select desired height of cut.

•Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

•Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

,_age attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

"Engage"

Push In To

=Disengage"

Attachment Lift Lever

High Position

Low

i_Position

,.? Discharge

Guard

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_,CAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope, Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this manual,

•Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills,

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake,

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not retum to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•Pull freewheel control knob out and hold

in position by inserting retainer spring

into forward hole of control rod.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

•To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when

transporting your tractor on a truck or a

trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured

to tractor. Use an appropriate means of

tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATrACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mendedby 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.

•Remove oil fill cap_'dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the

Maintenance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with _asoline.

Purchase fuel m quantities that can be

used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh

hess.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera_

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

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

_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 during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emp-

tied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let

it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-

nent damage may occur.

,_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

• Pull choke control out for a cold engine

start attempt. For a warm engine start

attempt the choke control may not be

needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to =START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, push choke control in, wait a

few minutes and try again. If engine still

does not start, pull the choke control out

and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F

AND ABOVE)

•When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slight-

ly for afew seconds and then continue

to push the control in slowly.

• The attachmentsandgrounddrivecan

nowbe used.Ifthe engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F AND

BELOW)

•When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. Continue to push the choke

control in small steps allowing the

engine to accept small changes in

speed and load, until the choke control

is fully in. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slight-

ly for afew seconds and then continue

to push the control in slowly. This may

require an engine warm-up period from

several seconds to several minutes,

depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM-UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

•Be sure the tractor is on level

ground.

•Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake slowly

return to operating position.

•Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during

the engine warm up period.

•The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up and

may require the choke control be pulled

out slightly.

NOTE: A high altitude (above 3000 feet)

or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the

carburetor fuel mixture may need to be

adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

•ACAUTION: Never en_lage or disen-

gage freewheel lever wh=le the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the trans-

mission be purged before operating tractor

for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

lion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in freewheehng position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

tle control to slow position. With motion

control lever in neutral (N) position,

slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

•Move motion control lever to full forward

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Move lever to full reverse position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be

no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive sys-

tem.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set parking

brake.

• Engage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in driving position (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in this section of

manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

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

motion control lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After

the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-

cedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

•Your tractor is now purged and ready for

normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• 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.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut-

ting action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

'_!_K_I_" _Max 1/3

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FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COM PL ETE /'_J_'/_-_S E__ _" _RVIREGULAR SERVICE CE DATES

Check Brake Operation _ i I_

Check Tire Pressure ; I_

Check Operator Presence and

RT interlock Systems I_

Check for Loose Fasteners Vw7 If

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades IV'4

Lubrication Chwt _ li_

oT Check Battery Level

RCioan Battery and Terminals _1_

Check Transaxle Cooling IJ_

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Ks

Check Engine Oil Level V' ll_

Change Engine Oil _.2_: V'

EiClean Air Alter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Ikf

Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) _,s

N Clean Engine C°°ling Fins _2

Replace Spark Plug ll_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge V*a

Replace Fuel Filter I_

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2 - Service more oftenwhen aperaUng in din'yor du=ty conditions. 6 oNot rzquirKI if equippedwt61m=interm_e-lree batte_

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4 - Replace b/ade_mo_ oftenwhen mowingin sandy soil. DO not overl_lhtOn.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual. Some O

adjustments will need to be made periodi- E,earin

cally to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should OEngine

be checked at least once each season.

•Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new Clutch

Pivot(s)

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

•Check operator presence and interlock

systems for proper operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk Zerk

Wheel

Bearing

Zerk

OSAE 30 or 10w30 Motor OIL

OGeneral Purpose Grease

ORefer to Maintenance "Engine" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bear-ings.

Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating

bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,

use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubri-

cant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper-

formingany 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 ofthis 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. Ifyour

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.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align 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:

treated.

Trailing

Edge

FlatWasher

Lock

Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

Mandrel

Assembly

Center

Hole

Star

_-- Hex Bolt,

*AGrade 8 heat treatedboltcan be

identifiedby six lineson the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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

balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

•The blade canbe sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while it is on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

NOTE: Do not use anail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion

of the steel belt or pin and hold the bolt

or pin parallel with the ground. If blade

is balanced, it should remain in a hod-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt Blade

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 t_erminals clean.

ieep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

Remove terminal guard.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this manu-

al.

V-B_LTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while en_]ine is running or while the

transmission _s hot.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure f_n

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating tem-

perature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

.to" o- 20-

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT CtL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°F. Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

_ear.

heck the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

_Air Screen

Oil Drain.........._--v_ _/_._

Plug _

Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick_ _}_

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.

Remove hex bolts from blower housing

and lift housing off engine.

•Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of

dirt.

•Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush

to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins.

•To reassemble, reverse above proce-

dure.

Hex Blower Housing

Bolts_.__Hex Bolts

Air Screen

Oil Fill/Dipstick

Tube,

Spark

Engine Cooling Fins Plug

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty airfllter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

• Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

•If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

•Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

Knobs-

Cover _.__ Cartridge

Foam _

Pre-cleaner

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 filter 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.

•Start engine and check for oil leaks.

Correct any leaks before placing engine

into full operation.

ilter

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

life.

_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

•Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position.

•Turn ignition key =OFF" and remove key.

•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.

•Tum height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

•Lower mower to its lowest position.

•Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and disen-

gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

•Remove retainer spdngs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

•Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-

tion.

•Remove two retainer spdngs from each

front link and remove links.

•Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electdc clutch pulley.

•Slide mower out from under dght 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 descdbed in =INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Adjustment

Nuts

Suspension

Arms

Lift

Links

Front Mower

Bracket

Electric

Clutch

Front

Bracket

Chassis

Bracket_

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Front

Suspension

Bracket

-,_Retainer

Spdngs

Bracket

Retainer

Springs 23

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS"). If tiros are

over or underinflated, you will not propedy

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

•If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

Mower to ,_._._._Mower to Ground

Ground _

Suspension

Arm

Lift LinkAdjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so that

the front is approximately 1/8" to 112"

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing "as shown.

•Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut =E"

on both front links an equal number of

tums.

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

at front than roar, tighten nuts "P

against trunnion on both front links.

•To raise front of mower, loosen nut "P

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "P against

trunnion on both front links.

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both F_ Length

Nut =P

Links

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

•Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

• Remove screws from left hand mandrel

cover and remove cover.

•Roll belt over the top of left hand man-

drel pulley.

•Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

•Remove belt from idler pulleys.

•Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

• 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.

_zt

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.

Left Hand Idler

Mandrel ,lleys

Cover Screws

Electric

Mower

Drive

Belt

Left Hand

Mandrel

Primary

Idler Arm

Belt Keepers

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 right hand

mandrel cover and remove cover.

Unhook spring from bolt on mower

housing.

•Carefully roll belt off right hand mandrel

pulley.

• Remove belt from center mandrel pul-

ley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel

pulley.

•Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels and

entire upper deck surface.

•Check secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely.

•Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and away-bar bracket.

•Install new belt in lower groove of left

hand mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

•Roll belt over right hand mandrel pulley.

Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

•Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall right hand mandrel

cover.

•Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this manual).

•Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

Left Hand Mower Blade Center

Mandrel, Drive Belt Mandrel Idler

Pulley

Hand

Mandrel

Cover

Secondary

Idler Arm

Anti-Sway-Bar Bracket

Screw

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

•If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

•Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

"A"

Jam Nut Operating

Do Not touch this nut. If further brake adjust-

ment is necessary contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installationguide 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

clutchingidler.

•Pull belt stack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over cool-

ing fan blades.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downwards from around electric

clutch.

•Install new belt by reversing above pro-

cedure.

Electric _ __ ,.-.€-- _ Clutch

C,utch ,ocator

Clutching _ I _

Idler _ _ I'!r_ 17"_

sta oa

Transmission _ II Clutch

,nputPu,ey-- II W rr ,,s

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

•Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

•Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move forward

or backward.

•Hold motion control lever in that position

and turn engine off.

•While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

•Move motion control lever to the neutral

(N) (lock gate) position.

•Tighten adjustment belt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

•Loosen the adjustment bolt.

•Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2

inch in the direction it is trying to creep.

•Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

•Start engine and test.

•If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps

until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever Neutral

,= Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAUREPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstallation and before

operating the tractor. See =PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section

of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not hod-

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.

FRONTWHEELTOE-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/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

•Repair tire and reassemble.

•On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square

key.

•Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining _X_

,x,o Square Key (Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BA'B'ERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

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:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

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,

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both battedes.

"Positi_tive" (-)

L.H._el _I I

Bolt

REPLACING BATTERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wdstwatch

bands, dngs,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•Lift hood to raised position.

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully remove

battery from tractor.

•Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

•Reinstall terminal guard.

•First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt

and keps nut as shown. Tighten secure-

ly.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely.

•Close terminal access doors.

•Close hood.

Terminal ,.Hex Bolt

Access ,<.'':.;'"

Cable

Terminal

Guard Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in the

backside of the gdll.

•Close hood.

away from fuel tank and battery. 27

INTERLOCKSAND RELAYS

Looseordamagedwiringmaycauseyour

tractorto run poorly,stoprunning, or pre-

vent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section.

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

"" \/_ Wire

_ _nector

bly from air cleaner.

•Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-

curely.

•Replace air cleaner cover assembly and

tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate properly due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor to an authorized service center for

repair and/or adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

_verned )eed needs

en_ine-g_ high sr

adjusting, contact your nearest AUTHO-

RIZED service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Stop

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

road engine repair establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

•Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull

cable back until swivel is against stop.

Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before Ioasening cable, if adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

•Loosen knob and remove cover assem- 28

Clamp

Clamp Screw

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

,_,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this man-

ual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement 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 fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See =ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER (S)

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Tum 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 not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

Engine clicks butwill

not start

Loss of power

CAUSE

•Out of fuel.

•Engine not'CHOKED" prop-

erly.

•Engine flooded.

•Bad spark plug.

•Dirty air filter.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Water in fuel.

•Loose or damaged widng.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

•Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

•Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirtyfuel.

•Loose or damaged widng.

•Carburetor out of adjustment.

•Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

•Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

•Attachment clutch is engaged.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Blown fuse.

•Corroded battery terminals.

•Loose or damaged widng.

•Faulty ignition switch.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery.

•Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

•Throttle in =CHOKE" position.

•Build-up of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

•Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirtyoil.

CORRECTION

•Fillfuel 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 carburetor,

refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

•Check all widng.

•See =ToAdjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized service

center.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Replace spark plug.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.

•Check all widng.

•See "ToAdjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized service

center.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment clutch.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuse.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

i• Check/replace ignition switch.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Contact an authorized service

center.

•Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

•Set in "Higher Cut"posi-

tion/reduce speed.

•Adjust throttle control.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Check oil level/change oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Lossofpower(cont'd) • Faulty spark plug.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with at

tachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut -uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

•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 adjustment.

•Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

•Wom, bent or loose blade.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Loose/damaged part(s).

•Faulty operator-safety pres-

ence control system.

•Wom, bent or loose blade.

•Mower deck not level.

•Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

• Bent blade mandrel.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Obstruction in clutch mecha-

nism.

•Worn/damaged mower ddve

belt.

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

•Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

•Wet grass.

• Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pressure.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.

•Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refilltank with fresh gasoline and

replace fuel filter.

•Connect and tighten spark plug

wire.

•Clean engine air screenfiins.

•Clean/replace muffler.

•Check all wiring.

•See "ToAdjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments

section.

• Contact an authorized service

center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

!•Replace blade mandrel.

•Tighten loose part(s). Replace

damaged parts.

•Check widng, switches and con-

nections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized

service center/

department.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower hous-

ing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

•Remove obstruction.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Replace idlerpulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Place throttlecontrol in "FAS'F

position.

•Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before mow-

ing.

•Level mower deck.

i* Check tires for proper air pres-

sure.

•Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLFM CAUSE

Poor grass discharge • Buildup of grass, leaves and

(cont'd)

Headlight(s) not work

iing (if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine =backfires"

when fuming engine

"OFP

trash under mower.

•Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly installed.

•Improper blades used.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Switch is "OFP.

• Bulb(s) burned out.

•Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Blownfuss.

•Bad battery cell(s).

•Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty alternator.

•Freewheel control in "disen-

gaged" position.

•Motion drive belt worn, dam-

aged or broken.

•Air trapped in transmission

during shipment

or servicing.

•Engine throttle controlnot set

at "SLOW" positionfor 30 sec-

onds before stoppingengine.

CORRECTION

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

• Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

•Turn switch"ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

•Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiringand connections.

•Replace fuse.

•Replace battery.

•Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

•Replace altemator.

•Place freewheel control in

=engaged" position.

•Replace motion drive belt.

•Purge transmission.

• Move throttle control to "SLOW"

position and allow to idle for 30

seconds before stopping

engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

RED

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FUEL 0

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FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

A •

W•

I_ SPARKIGNITION PLUGS GAP

UNIT I_" (2 PLUGS ON

' TWIN CYL ENGINES)

RELAY

IGNmON SWITCH

POSITION IIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF +G+A1 NONE

RUN4.IGHT B + A1 A2 + L

RUN B + A1 NONE

START + S + A1 NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

)

-7

GFC

PTO SWITCH HsON C+F,B+ErA+D

0DA

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray, Battery

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

11 150109 HolddownBatteryFront Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push NylonBattery Front1/4

16 153664 SwitchInterlockPush-In

!8 17720408 BoltBIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2

19 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4

20 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20

21 166184 Harness,Light

22 4152J LightBulb

24 8860R Cable, Battery

25 146148 Cable, Battery

26 166180 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 145491 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch,Seat

30 163968 Switch,Ignition

33 140403 Key, Molded,Craftsman

40 166166 Harness, Ignition

42 131563 Cover,Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

45 12282.2X Ammeter Rectangular15Amp

50 154963 SwitchPro 3 Pdt Red Delta 96

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

70 166668 Harness Engine

79 163996 Socket,Light Bulb

80 146685 HarnessClutch Evx

81 109748X RelayAsm

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

160

154 °

_166

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO, NO.

1 166819

2 140356

3 17490612

9 163976

t0 STD533710

11 163455

13 163456

17 161023X558

20 162026

25 19131312

26' STD541437

28 160564X558

29 161235

30 154791X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 139886

39 139887

54 161464

58 161236

59 110436X

60 STD533707

64 162025

74 STD541437

140 158418

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

154 161897

155 161900

156 163805

157 163806

158 162037

159 155123X428

160 162967

161 164655

166 164863

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION

Chassis

Dmwbar

Screw,Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type "IT

Dash, Stealth Y'rGT 2 cyl

Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel, Dash, LH

Panel, Dash, RH

Hood Assembly

Plate Battery Styt

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Locknut,Hex, withInsert 3/8-16 UNC

Grille, MS-558

Lens, Grille

Fender/Footrest

Bracket, Fender/Support

Screw, Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2TYT

PivotBracketAssembly,LH, Mower, Rear

PivotBracketAssembly,RH, Mower, Rear

Screw Hex WslxI 8-18 x 7/8

DuctHood Stealth

Bushing,Snap, Split

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Dash Lower STYT

Nut Crownlock3/8-16 UNC

Bracket SuspensionFront

Plata ReinforcementSTLT

BackrestSwaybar Chassis

Bracket FootrestSTLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Bracket Dash Stealth Rh

Bracket Dash Stealth Lh

Striker Plate Stealth

Magnet Stealth Ytgt

Parking Brake Bkrt

CupholderStl BIk

Fastnsr Nutpal

ExtrusionBumper

Screw HwHd Hi-Lo #13-16 x3/4

Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. Inches

1 inch=25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

GROUND DRIVE

61 "52

103 97

4'S

36 35

"_:_--- 2 93 105

IHAI.; IUH - - MUUI=L NUMI:ilcH _11.ZI_'14U

3ROUND DRIVE

_EY PART KEY PART

_IO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 66 154778

HydroGear 319-0650 71 140158

2 142431 Spdng, Return,Brake 73 156347

3 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 74 121199X

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender 75 121749X

9 160889 ClutchElec Evx 76 12000001

10 76020416 PinCotter 1/8x 1 CAD 77 123583X

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 78 121748X

16 73800500 Nut LockHex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Uoc

18 74780616 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x I Gr. 5 81 165591

19 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 82 165711

20 150280 BoltHexTI16-20x4-1/45Ga. 83 19171216

21 130564 Knob,Deluxe 1/2-13 84 165815

22 145627 ROd,Brake Hydro 89 164890X428

23 154978 BracketAsm ClutchMtg Evx 90 124346X

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 93 142564

25 106888x Spdng,Brake ROd 94 140462

26 19131316 Washer 95 144643

27 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 96 4497H

28 145204 ROd,ParkingBrake 97 140469

29 124236X Cap, ParkingBrake

30 130807 Bracket,Transaxte 98 735106(X)

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 100 19111216

33 72140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 102 141322

34 155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal 103 73940800

35 120183X Bearing,Nylon 104 140156

36 19211616 Washer 105 71070516

37 1572H Pin, Roll 145 74490540

38 131494 Pulley,Idler,Rat 146 74490536

39 74760644 Bolt 147 74490524

40 4470J Spacer,Split 150 165850

41 165838 Keeper, BeltIdler 151 19133210

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 156 166002

Gauge 157 153236

47 127783 Pulley,Idler,V-Groove 158 165589

48 154407 BellcrankClutchGrnd Drw Stl 159 165494

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 160 19292016

50 74760624 Bolt 161 72140406

51 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/6-16 UNC 162 73680400

52 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 163 74780416

53 105710X Link,Clutch 164 19091010

55 105709X Spring,Return,Clutch 165 165623

56 74760620 Bolt Hex 3/6-16 x 1-1/4 166 166880

57 140294 V-Belt,Ground Drive 168 165492

59 140312 Keeper, Center Span 169 165580

61 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty.Tr

62 8883R Cover,Pedal

63 145868 Pulley,Engine

65 10040700 Washer

Keeper Bolt EngineHydro

StrapTorque Lh Hydro 18/20" T

Strap Torque Rh Hydro 18/20" T

Spacer,Split

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

E-Ring

Key,Square

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

Gauge

ShaftAsm. Cross Tapered650 20

SpdngTorsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16Ga,

LinkTransaxle 0650 LT/YTiSTL

Console,Shift

Nut Self-ThdWsh-hd 114Zinc

Line Fuel Hydro4"

Fan, Hydro7"

ControlBypassHydro20" "nres

RetainerSpdng 1"Zinc/Cad

Keeper Bolt Rh Hydro 0750

18/20"

Nut Keps Hex 3/8.16 Uric

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

Washer Boliville .501D x 1.50D

Nut Hex Jam T_olock 1/4-20 Unf

Arm, ControlHydro

Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1

Bolt He)( Rghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

Bolt FinHex 5/16-18 un¢x 2-1/4

Bolt FinFlex 5/16-18 uocx 1-1/2

BushingBolicrank Grd Drive

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125

Bolt, Shoulder5/16-18 Uee-2A

BracketShiftMount

Hub TaperedRange Shift LT

Washer29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16Ga.

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

Nut Crownlock1/4-20 Uoc

BoltHex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x I Gr 5

Washer 5/8 x.281 x 10 Ga.

BracketPivotLever

Screw 5/16o18x5/8

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18 x.561

Plate Fastening

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25A mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

STEERING ASSEMBLY

•j ", '

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428 SteedngWheel

2 154427 Axle AssemblySTMP DroppedSTL

3 156483 SpindleAssembly,L.H.

4 157473 SpindleAssembly,R.H.

5 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust,Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x1-5/8 x16 Gauge

7 19272016 Washer 27i32x1-1/4x16Gauge

8 12000029 Ring,Klip

9 3366R Bearing,StearingColumn

10 156438 DraglinkExtendedStamped

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock1/2-20 Unf

13 154779 BearingAxJeSTLT/GT

15 73901000 Nut, Lock, Range 5/8.11 UNC

17 156543 ShaftAseambly,Steering

18 57079 Washer,Thrust .515 x .750 x .033

19 160395 Support,Shaft

22 165857 Screw Hex Wshnd Ton<

23 165851 PittmanShaftAssembly

25 154406 Bracket, Steering

27 136874 Gear, Sector

29 17490612 Screw,Thd.,Roll. 3/6-16x3/4

32 139929 Rod,"Re

33 19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga/

34 STD551131 Washer Lock Hvy Spr. 5/16

35 73810500 Locknut5/16-24 Unf

36 155105 Bushing,Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 159946X428 Insert,SteeringWheel

40 STD541537 GripcoNut

41 159945 Adaptor,SteeringWheel

42 163888 Boot,SteeringShaft

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

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 6855M Fitting,Grease

62 167905 Kit SteeringAsm Service

65 154780 SpacerAxle

66 154404 BearingArm Pittman

67 74781044 BOlLFin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4

68 154429 Axle, Brace

72 19182411 Washer 9/16 Id x 1-1/2Od 11G Zin

73 160135 SteeringSleeve Extension

79 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

80 74950612 BoltHex Nylon3/8-16 x 3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

_35

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 164067 Control,Throttle

3...... Engine,(See Breakdown)

BriggsModel407777-0121-E1

4 149723 Muffler,Asm Twin Lo-Tone

5 159955 ExhaustTube Lh

6 160589 ExhaustTube Rh

8 150176 Bolt5/16-18 Uric x 3/4 w/Sems

10 162797 ShieldBrowning B&SIntek II

13 165391 Gasket Muffler

14 13280336 Nipple, Pipe

15 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT

16 STD551237 Washer,Lock

17 17490624 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1.1/2 rl-

23 159880 ShieldBrn/Dbr Guard

25 164068 ControlChoke

26 73920600 Nut Keps 3/6-24 Unf

29 137180 Arrestor,Spark

31 157103 Tank,Fuel

32 161696 Cap, Fuel Guage

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

34 I(To08,?.X Pad Spacer

35 17490512 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3-4 Tyt

37 8543R Line, Fuel

38 ....... Plug, Oil Drain (Order From EngineManufacturer)

39 109227X Pad Idler

62 10040500 Washer LockHvy HIcl Spr 5/16

72 71070512 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x3/4

81 128861 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

101 M73030800 Nut, Flange M801.25

102 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensior_ givenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

140124

140551

STD523710

19131610

145O06

STO541437

124181X

17490616

19131614

155925

166369

121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot, Seat

Bolt

Washer 13/32 x 1x 10Gauge

Clip, Push-In Hinged

Nut

Spring,Seat

Screw,Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge

Pan, Seat EmbossQCK Conn.

Knob Seat

Bracket,Switch Mounting

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing,Snap

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

15 121249X Spacer,SpSt .28x .88

16 123740X Spnng

17 123976X Locknut,Flange 1/4 Grade 5

18 124238X Cap SpringSeat

21 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

22 STD541431 Nut

24 19171912 Washer 17/32x 1-3/16x 12

Gauge

25 127018X Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x.62

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

21 13 6 3 17 4721

11 16

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 164094

2 106202X

3 163916

4 163917

5 164088

6 133644

7 167330

8 166887

9 163204

10 156439

11 142341

12 146046

5 6

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash, Stealth

ReflectorTailLight

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, L.H.

Decal BrokeClutchStealth

Decal, CustomerMaintenance

Decal Dash Phi Kohler

Decal, Deck EZ

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Dmwber Cntd Ivh,t

HydLt

Decal, V-BeltDrive Schematic

KEY

NO.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

164065 Decal Strg Wheel

160397 Decal, V-Belt Schematic

165399 Decal, HP Engine

138047 Decal, Battery Diehard

167185 Decal, Replacement Srs

149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/PsnEng

163206 Decal, Fender Side

138311 Decal, LiftHandle

154515 Pad FootrestLH STLT

154516 Pad FootrestRH STLT

168150 Owner'sManual, English

168151 Owner's Manual,Spanish

74,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Valve Cap, Tim

2 65139 Stem, Vaive

3 106222X Tim, Front

4 59904 Tube, FrontTire

(Not Provided,Service Item

Only)

5 106732X427 Rim, Front

6 278H Fitting,Gmaea (FrontWheel

Only)

79040H Baadng, Range (FrontWheel

Orgy)

8 106108X427 Rim, Rear

9 1220&?.X Tire, Rear

10 7152J Tube, RearTire

(Not Provided,Service Item

Only)

11 I04757X Cap, Axle

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

LIFT ASSEMBLY

5 49

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159461 LiltLever Inner Wlre Assembly

2 159476 ShaftAssembly,Lift

3 138284 Pin, Groove

4 12000002 E.Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Beadng, Nylon

7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button,Plunger,Red

11 139865 Link,Lift, LH.

12 139866 Link,Lift, R.H.

13 4939M RetainerSpdng

15 127218 Link, Front

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

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73680800 Nut Crownlock1/2-13 Unc

19 139868 Arm, Suspension,Rear

20 163552 RetainerSpring

23 110807X Nut Special

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

25 164024 Spring Comp Infinite

26 76020308 Pin Cotter 3/32-1/2

27 164543 Rod Adj LiftZinc

28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc

29 138057 Knob Infin3/8-16 uncBIk Sym

30 150233 Trunnion InfinHeight

31 140302 Bearing,Pvt, Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

36 155097 PointerHeight Indicator

37 123935X Plug Hole

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

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

41 155098 Indicator HeightStlt

49 145212 Nut Hex/Large Lock

50 110452X Nut Push Phos & Oil

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

MOWER DECK

45\

116 117

55 118

21 22

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO.

I 164210 Deck Weldmect. 46" 40 137273

3 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 41 17490620

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring

6 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear 42 122052X

(Sway Bar) 43 144949

6 850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4

Gr. 8 44 133943

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 45 145059

3/8 46 137729

10 140296 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 47 144959

Vented 48 148763

11 163819 Bade, 3-1N-1,46" 49 STD541437

12 129895 Beadng, Ball, Mandrel #6204 50 72110612

13 137553 ShaftAsrrr.w/1.owarBaadng

(IncludesKey No. 12) 51 153390

14 137152 Housing,Mandrel 52 156493

15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 53 19131312

16 140329 Stripper,Mower Round 54 74780616

18 STD533106 Bolt,Car'f,age 5/16-18x5/8

19 132827 Bo_t,Hex Head, Shoulder 55 72140608

5/16-18 72 19131616

20 145055 Baffle, VortexMower 46" 92 STD541437

21 STD541431 Nut, Crowntock 5/16-18UNC 101 145579

22 134753 Stiffener, Bracket 102 71161010

23 131267 Bracket, DefleCtor 103 S'rD551110

24 I05304X Cap, Sleeve 104 19061216

25 149287 Spdng,Torsion,Deflector 105 160793

26 110452X Nut, Push 106 2029J

27 157788 Shield, DeflectorMower 116 137644

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x5/8x 16Ga. 117 133957

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 118 73930600

30 157722 Screw,Thd RollingWasher 119 19121414

Head 126 144948

31 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower 127 146763

Vented --166222

32 153531 Pulley,Mandrel

33 137266 Nut, Ftg. Top LockCntr. 9/16

34 144945 Anchor,SpringDeck46"

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

Tytt - - 143651

36 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16x

16 Ga.

37 131494 Pulley,Idler,Flat

38 156086 Keeper, Bait, Idler

39 144917 P_ey, |d_er,Driven

DESCRIPTION

Spdng,Secondely 44/46/50

Vent

Screw,Thdrdll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Spacer, Retainer

Ann, IdlerSecoedary

Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandrel Deck

Screw, ThdrolL 1/4-20 x 5/8

V-Bait,Mower, Secondary

V-Bait,Mower, Priman/

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Ball Cardage 3/_.16 x 1-1/2

Gr. 5

Washer Felt

Pulley Idler46" Pdm. Drive

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1

Gr. 5

BoltRdhd Sqnk 5/8-16 Uncx 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga

Nut Lock Flexw/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

Cover, Mulching

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

LatchAsm. Bagger

Nut,Weld

Bolt,Shoutder

GaugeWheel

Nut,Centedock 3/8-16 UNC

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

Arm,Idler,Pdmery Deck46"

Pulley,Idler,V-Groove Dim.4.25

Mower Service46" (Standard

Deck-Order separately

muP.,hingend guage whee_com-

ponentsKey Nos. 101-106 and

116-119

Mandrel Aern44/50 Service

(IncludesKey Nos. 8-10, 12-15,

31 and 33)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXIE -- MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142930 Housing,Lower 43 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060

2 142931 Assembly,Upper Housing 44 150829 DifferentialAssembly

3 142932 Sest, Lip 52 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13

4 142928 Ring,Wire Retaining 53 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250

5 142933 Ring, Retaining 56 142963 Shaft, Input

6 142934 Bearing,ShaftBall 58 142964 Bolt 1/4-20xl.38

7 142935 Beadng, Cradte 59 142965 Pin .500 x .43 |0 x.750

8 150771 Boadng, Tl_rust 30x52x13 62 142966 Arm,Control

9 142937 Swashplate,Variable 63 142967 Puck, Dampener

13 142938 Block,CylinderAssembly 64 142920 Set Screw

14 142939 Arm,Trunnion 6_ 142969 Spllng

15 142940 Seal, Lip 69 144610 Stud 5/16-24

17 142941 Guide, Slot 83 142971 JackshattAssembly

18 150772 Shaft, Motor 85 150806 Jackshaft

19 150773 Beadng, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16 88 142973 Screw,Cap

23 142944 Block.CylinderAssembly 89 142974 Washer 7/16 x I x 1/2

24 142945 Seal, Lip 10x 25 x 7 90 142975 Sleeve Beadng

25 142946 Act,Jator,Bypass 91 142976 Seal, Wiper

26 150774 CentarSectionAssemblyKlt 92 142977 Spring, Block

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

28 142949 Ring, Retaining 113 142917 Cap, VentAssembly

29 142950 Washer 26x35x1 114 142918 FKting,O-RIngAssembly

30 150787 Plate, Bypass 119 142980 Spacer

34 142951 OilFitterEtement 134 "t44607 Nut,Castle 5/16-24

35 142952 Arm, Bypass 135 144608 Pin, Cotter

36 142953 Ring, Retaining 139 150775 Spring, Compmssinn

37 142954 Arm, Actuating 140 150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24

38 142955 Pin, Actuating

39 150777 Bolt 5/16-24xl-3/4 NOTE: AIIcomponentdimensionsglveninU.S.

40 150778 Locknut,Hex 5/16-24 UNJC inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

41 142958 Brake RotoriStatorKit

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

BR|GGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 4077Tt_TYPE NUMBER 0121-El

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

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

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51 117_ 11251 6_ "--_- --_J_ - 1"- - 98_ _

51A_ 137@ 61 "--PI--" .---

1128|_ I 552_ 51A_ 1051 rFl_

1123_' 552A

1124'_' 105_ 633@ 987@ 691 ® ....

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

137@

-3_2) 150Q27++

857@

1123 _1124 _' 633 @

1123_ '"'

160 _11278[_

117.' 276o

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

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

74_'

1005 _

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,26_ -_ 15__l

358 GASKET SET

3_ 2o_

276_

g_51_ 858_

691_ 883_ 7s3_

311 _462

737 _579

697

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

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

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690231 CylinderAssembly 131

2 499585 Bushing.Cylinder 133

3 690926 + Seal-Oil 135

4 690069 Sump-Engine 137

5 499587 Head-Cylinder No. 1 141

5A 499595 Head-Cylinder No.2 142

7 690962 +-I- Gasket-CylinderHead 146

8 499601 BreatherAssembly 150

9 690937 +Gasket-Breather 160

10 690960 Screw (BreatherAssy.) 163

11 690942 Tube-Breather 177

12 690945 + Gasket-Crankcase 187

13 690360 Screw (CylinderHead)

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 187A

16 691046 Crankshaft 188

20 690947 + Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 192

23 691053 Flywheel 209

24 690974 Key-Flywheel 211

25 499588 PisteaAseambly(Std.) 212

499589 PistonAssembly (.010 =O.S.) 213

499590 PistonAssembly (.0_0" O.S,) 216

499591 PistonAssembly(.030" O.S,) 219

26 499604 Ring Set-Pistun (Std.) 220

499605 RingSet-Piston (.010 "O.S.) 222

499606 RingSet-Piston (.020 "O.S.) 227

499607 Ring Set-Piston(.030 "O.S.) 231

27 690975 Lock-PistonPin 240

28 499582 Pin-Piston 252

29 499583 Rod-Connecting 256

32 690976 Screw (Connecting Rod) 258

33 499596 Valve-Exhaust 265

34 499597 Valve-Intake 267

35 690963 Spring.Valve(Intake) 276

36 690963 Spdng-Valve(Exhaust) 278

40 690964 Retainer-Valve 287

42 499586 Keeper-Valve 304

45 690977 Valve Tappet 305

46 690978 Cam Shaft 309

48 692714 ShortBIock 310

50 690948 Manitold-lntake 311

51 690949 +Oe Gasket-Intake 332

51A 690950 +Oe Gasket-Intake 333

53 690951 Stud(Carburetor) 334

54 690953 Screw (Intake Manifold) 337

73 691055 Screan-RotaUng 358

74 691057 Screw (RotatingScreen) 363

75 691056 Washer(Flywheel) 383

89 690238 Plug-Oil 385

95 690718 Screw ('ThrottleValve) 387

98 499802 IdleSpeed Kit

104 690984 I Pin-FloatHinge

105 690985 I Valve-Float Needle

108 690986 Valve-Choke

117 690232 I Jet-Main (Standard)

117 690989 Jet-Main High Altitude)

121 499811 CarburetorOverhaul Kit

122 690952 Spacer-Carburetor

125 499804 Carburetor

130 690993 Valve-Throttle

499805 Throttie Shaft Kit

499806 Float-Carburetor

499803 Fuel TraneterTube

690994 _Gasket-Float Bowl

499807 Choke Shaft Kit

499808 •Nozzle-Carburetor

94388 Key:13ming

281767 _ Gasket-Nozzle

690996 Retainer-Solenoid

691001 +_ Gasket-AirCleaner

691031 + O-Ring Seal (Dipstick)

691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

691049 Une-Fuel

690960 Screw (ControlBracket)

690083 Adjuster-RockerArm

690018 Spdng-Govemor

690019 Spring-GovernedIdle

691020 Link-Throtlte

691021 Bracket-ChokeControl

691022 Unk-Choka

394348 Gear-Governor

690412 Washer (GovernorLever)

691023 Bracket-Control

691048 ControlLever-Govemor

690718 Screw (ChokeValve)

691035 Filter-Fuel

690956 Element-Breather

690957 Retainer-Element

690308 Screw (EngineSump)

691024 Clamp-Casing

691044 Screw (CasingClamp)

690997 ,tee Sealing Washer

690097 Washer (Gov. ControlLever)

690960 Screw (DipstickTube)

691004 Housing-Blower

691005 Screw (BlowerHousing)

691262 Motor-Starter

691263 Boit-StarterMotor

691264 BrushSet

690059 Nut(Flywheel)

691060 Armature-Magneto

691061 Screw (Armature)

691043 Spark Plug

499889 Gasket Set

691062 FlywheelPuller

690966 Wrench-Spark Plug

690960 Screw (Fuel Pump)

691034 Pump-Fuel

+ Includedin Gasket Set, Ret. No. 358

I Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121

u InctudodIn Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977

U Inotudodin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 1033

NOTE: Alloompenent dimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272140

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

KEY PART

NO. NO.

404 690442

405 690960

445 691007

447 691003

447A 690960

462 691261

467 691008

474 691064

501 691185

505 691029

510 497606

513 692024

523 691036

525 691037

526 690960

544

552 660552

552A 690553

556 691183

562 690311

573 691009

578 691208

579 691029

601 691038

615 690317

616 691045

628 690960

633 690998

635 691210

654 690958

668 691215

691 690657

697 690372

703 690010

718 690959

726 499612

741 690980

742 690328

750 691033

783 693058

788 691039

789 691220

797 693167

798 690967

801 691283

833 691286

833

847 499602

851 691234

855 691011

865 691012

865A 691014

865B 691015

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Washer (GovernorCrank) 868 690968

Screw (BackPlate) 871 690969

Filter-AirCleaner Cartridge 877 399916

Screw (Air Guide Cover) 878 691237

Screw (Air Guide Cover) 881 690999

Washer (StarterCable) 883 690970

Knob-AirCleaner 914 690960

Alternator 918 691040

Regulator 929 691003

Nut (Gov. ControlLever) 934 691058

Drive-Starter 943 690589

Clutch-Drive 947 499809

Dipstick 965 499613

DipstickTube 967 691016

Screw (Regulator) 968 499788

Armature-Starter(Service with 975 499810

691262 StarterMotor) 977 499812

Bushing-GovernorCrank 987 691000

Bushing-GovernorCrank 993 690234

Screw (Alternator) 1005 691243

Bolt(Gov. ControlLever) 1006 691247

Plate-Back 1013 690954

Wire Assembly 1017 690770

Nut (StarterCable) 1019 690103

Clamp-Hose 1022 690971

Ratainer-GovernorShaft 1023499599

Crank-Governor 1023A 499600

Screw (Fuel PumpBracket) 1024 499054

•eSeaI-Choke Shaft 1026 690981

Boot-SparkPlug 1026A 690982

Nut (Carburetor) 1027 690041

Spacer 1029 690972

+Governor ShaftSeal 1033 499890

Screw (Drive Cap) 1035 691042

Clip 1036 499783

Pin-Locator 1051 691265

Gear-Ring 1058 273694

Gear-'13ming 1081 691032

E-Ring Retainer 1090 691293

Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1100 690973

Gear-Pinion 1123 690987

Fuel Pump Bracket 1124 690988

Harness-Wiring 1125 690990

Screw (Brush Retainer) 1126 690991

Screw (RockerArm) 1127 69G992

Cap-Drive 1128 690990

Cap-End _ _

Housing-Starter(Service with

691262 StarterMotor)

Dipstick/TubeAssembly

Terminal-Cable

Adapter.Air

Cover-AirGuide

. Cover-AirGuide

+_ Seal-Valve

Bushing-Guide

AlternatorConnector/Wire

Harness-Altemator

Plate-Cover

+_ Gasket-Exhaust

Screw (RockerCover)

Hose-Vacuum

Screw (ChokeControl Bracket)

Screw (Fan Retainer)

+ O-Ring Seal (Oil Pump Cover)

Solenoid-Fuel

Oil Pump Cover

Filter-Pre-Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

Bowl-Rear

Gasket Set-Carburetor

•e Seal-ThrottleShaft

•e Gaskat-Plate

Fan-Flywheel

Retainer-Fan

Nipple-OilFilter

Oil PumpScreen

Label Kit

+_ Gaskat-RockerCover

Cover-Rocker(Cyl. No. 1)

Cover-Rocker(CyL No 2)

Pump-Oil

Rod-Push(Steel)

Rod-Push(Aluminum)

Filter-Oil

RockerArm

Valve Ovethaul Kit

Shaft-Pump

EmissionsLabel

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

+ O-Ring Seal (DipstickTube)

Retainer-Brush

RockerArm Pivot

qH_ O-Ring Seal (SolenoidRetainer)

•e O-Ring Seal-Fuel TransferTube

•Screw (Cover Plate)

Screw (FuelTransferTube

Screw (FloatBowl)

• Screw (carburetor Nozzle)

407777-O27-E1 ReplacementEngine

+ Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 358

•Includedin Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121

-_ Includedin Gasket Set, Ret. No. 977

•- Includedin Gasket Set, Ret. No. 1033

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsglvoninU.S. inches

1 inch= 25,4 mrn

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

GUIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

-q

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HO M Es"(1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio

1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am-llpm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirect sM

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

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center

in your area:

Call 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am-5 pro, Monday -Saturday

1-800-827-6655

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