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Owner's Manual

ICRI FTSMAWI

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272440

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment,

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, II60179

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

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

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

Operation ............................................ 11

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

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

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning your

Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

•Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold acharge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, 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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin 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

recks, 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 abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•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

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

I1.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are amajor factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe inury or death. All slopes

requ re extra caut on. fyou 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 not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

•Donotmowneardrep-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or ifan edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. 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

engine 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 amachine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

• 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 or children

even with the blades off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely 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 alow 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.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, Lfpossible.

_Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_b CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_k CAUTION: Towonly the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specificationsof the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. 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.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents,and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birthdefects or other repro-

ductive harm.

,_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of CatLforniato cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30

API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 4.0 PINTS

_PARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: ,040") RC12YC

GROUND FORWARD: 5.5

SPEED (MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSi

CHARGING 16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 28

MIN. CCA: 230

CASE SIZE:U 1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new 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 a

Sears or other qualified 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

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintainyour tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

ARepair Agreement is available 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 instructionsunder =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_II, WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). if aspark 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 service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering Wheel

Steering ....... _-.j

Sleeve

Steering

Wheel Adapter

1) Locknut

5/16-18

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Lock

washer

3/8

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

t teering

Extension

Shaft

(t) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

',1)Large Flat

Washer

(1) Washer

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

K_ (1) Knob

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Video Cassette Slope Sheet

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

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

tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 112"wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in the

operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels fiat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

___,..1_- Steering

Wheel Insert

D i

_Hex Bolt

LockWasher

LargeFlat

Washer

Steering

Wheel__

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Seat

Battery box

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulderbolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and fiat

washer loosely. Do not tighten,

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sitin seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8, Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9, Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Bolt

Flat Washer

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

fromthe skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmis-

sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manua]).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_kWARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion controllever

in neutral position.

11.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

CHECKTIREPRESSURE

Thetiresonyourtractorwareoverinflated

atthefactoryforshippingpurposes.

Correcttirepressureisimportantfor best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

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

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properlyadjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

• I,CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Dfi "/_J_/ Mulcher

eector "Plate

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

l/CHECKLIST

BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSU RE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION

FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

#' All assembly instructions have been

completed.

•/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

J Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are stillsecure and wires are properly

clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO 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

operating condition.

4" It is importantto 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

10 section of this manual).

Thesesymbolsmay appear on your tractor or in literature suppliedwith the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BAI-rE RY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

(, I

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

i'.,i,@ 0 0

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWERLI_

_t_'=R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCHENGAGED PARKING BRAKE

_}_(_ ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZ.t_ DS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourselfwith the locationsof

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

Light Switch

Attachment Ignition

Clutch Lever Switch

Ammeter .-". :-___

-" .-'" Lever

Choke Control Plunger

Clutch/

Brake Pedal

Lift Lever

Height

,Adjustment

Indicator

FraeWheel

Control gBrake Lever

MoUon

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER -Indicates charging (+) or

discharging(-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER -Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor,

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER -Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL -Used when starting

a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL -Used for

declutchingand braking the tractor and

startingthe engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER -Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL -Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER -Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH -Turns the headlights on

and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objectsthrown into the

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend awide vision safety mask over

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

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

parkingbrake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" positionand hold.

2. 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.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Choke Control "Engaged" Position

Throttle ._

Control

Brake Position

Pedal

"Engaged"

Position

STOPPING

Motion

"Brake" Control

Position Lever

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch lever 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 de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle controlto

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire".

•Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" positionand

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 positionother than "OFF" will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditionswhen

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause =browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

stoppingtractor on grass areas.

_IJCAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position;to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THRO'n'LE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

startinga 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.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake and clutch/

brake pedal.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The positionof the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

•Grasp lift lever.

•Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running.

These heights are approximate and may

vary depending upon sol 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

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gouge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightlyoff the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

positionto help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a fiat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are sightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, end 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

3/8-16

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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.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control,

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch

Lever "Engaged" Attachemnt Lift

Lever High

Low

Position

"Disengaged"

Position

Deflector

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_I,CAUTtON: Do not drive up or down

hillswith slopes greater than 15°and do

not drive across any slope.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills,

•Avoid stoppingor changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position,

•If stoppingis absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move motion controllever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion controllever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

•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. Free wheel control is located at

the rear drawbar of tractor.

t. Raise attachment lift to highest

positionwith attachment lift control.

2. Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• 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 transporLingyour tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, Is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for afew seconds,

remove and read oil level. If neces-

sary, 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 Mainte-

nance sectionof this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane, (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

AWARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_,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 ran out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

5. Move throttle control to fast position

6. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For awarm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

7. Insertkey 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 stilldoes not start, pull the

choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

above)

8. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

•The attachments and ground dnve can

now be used. If the engine does not accept

the load, restart the engine and allow itto

warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

below)

8. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. if the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as

follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake slowly return

to operating position.

3. 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: If at 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.

PURGETRANSMISSION

_kCAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the firsttime.

This procedure will remove any trapped

air inside the transmission which may

have developed during shipping of your

tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstaita-

tion before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position(See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

3. Sittingin the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position.With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

4. Move motion control lever to full

forward positionand hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

positionand holdfor five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will

be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

5. Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in thissection

of manual).

7. Sitting inthe tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

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

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

8. Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately 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 procedure with

the motion control lever three (3)

times.

Your tractor is now purged and now ready

for normal operation.

MOWlNGTIPS

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe

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 amore even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, 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

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up

grass and trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recur

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 net 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 recurringaction 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

cutting 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

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpendicu-

lar to the firstcut 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.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to property maintain your

tractor.

Alt adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last Longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

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LUBRICATION CHART

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(_FrontWheel

Bearing iBearing

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(_General PurposeGrease

_Refer to Maintenance"Engine"Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricantswill attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating]bearings. If you feel

they must be lubncated, use omy a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

controlchemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objectsand other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat 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 operator presence and interlock

systemsare working properly. ]f your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement 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 runningand 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

1. Raise mower to highest positionto

allow access to blades,

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fiat

washer securing blade.

3. 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.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and fiat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel

Trailing Assembly

Ed_ de

Hex Bolt,.._._J _ C_nter

(Grade 8)*_ Hole "_

*A Grade8 HeatTreatedBoltCanBe

IdentifiedBySix LinesOnThe BoltHead

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade -but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grindingwheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while 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 bal-

ancer, follow the instructionssupplied

with balancar.)

NOTE: Do not use anail for balancing

blade. The lobes ofthe center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portionof the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

if blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horlzontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end untilthe blade is

balanced. /

518"Bolt

BATTERY

Yourtractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficientfor normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals dean.

•Keep battery boltstight.

•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 dirton the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or

petroeum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATI'ERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmissionfan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmissionis hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean

transaxle.

•inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippingsand other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed 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

transexle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use highquality detergent oil rated

withAPI service classificationSF-SJ.

Select the oil'sSAE viscositygrade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

NOTE: Although muLti-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve startingin

cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°E Check your engine oil

level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipsticksecurely 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-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove cap from end of drain valve

and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipsticktube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. 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.

Oil DrainValve

Position

Cap /_

DrainTube

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the ccoling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

4. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

pre-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

5. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on

flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

6. 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.

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.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

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.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp

Fuel Filter_

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-

tivetype wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

ACAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,

2, Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

3, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

6, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with plug.

I'RACTOR

ro REMOVE MOWER

_,lowerwill be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor,

1, Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3, Roll belt off engine pulley.

4, Remove small retainer spring, and lift

clutch spdng off pulley bolt,

5, Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

_. Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring,

7. Disconnect suspension arms from

rear deck brackets by removing

retainer springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

Small Retainer

Clutch Spdng

IMPORTANT; If an attachment otherthan

the mower deck is to be mounted onthe

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in

frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment liftlever to its

highest position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

discharge guard to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Suspension =so_: "'_'_'Square Hole

Arms

Retainer

Spdng

Pulley

-'rantLink

Anti-Sway

(Both Sides)

Guide Retainer

Spring Bracket

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" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance"A" on

both sides of mower should be the

same or within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• 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 adjust-

ing.

Bottomedgeof Bottomedge of

mowe_ °und

g -V G,oo. , e

Suspension

Lit_ Link Adjustment Nut / j

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,

Toobtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front and

behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

•Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length, Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

_' , I r,, Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

Nut "_Nut "E"

Tronnion_

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be

replaced without tools, Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

this manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

4. Install new belt in reverse order of

removal.

5, Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

6, Install mower in reverse order of

removal instructions.

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the side of the trensaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear on a level dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/breke pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

3. 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".

4. 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 neces-

sary. Contact your nearest Sears or

other qualified center.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

lam Nut

ut "A"

Lrrerr

adjustmentis necessary contactyour nearest

authorizedservicecenter/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.

1. Remove mower (See =TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and

remove downward from around

engine pulley.

5. Install new belt by reversing above

procedure.

EnginePull_

Clutching Idler_

Stationary Idler

TnrpuntS_1i_lSly°n

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, end lightly tighten.

2. Start engine and move motion control

lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion controllever in that

positionand tum engine off.

4. While holdingmotion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the

neutral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt 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

25Position, follow these steps:

1. Loosentheadjustmentbolt.

2. Movethe motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever

Neutral

Lock

Gate

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstaUation and

before operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual,

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steedng wheel crossbars are not

horizontal(left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructionsin the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage

has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact your nearest Sears

or other qualifiedservice center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheel contains a square key -Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble,

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle,

Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5, Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may he purchased from your local parts

dealer.Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

_Square Key (Rear

Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

_k CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to startthe

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" inthe MAINTENANCE

section of this manual),

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, fonow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Yourtractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start othervehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

-peeve"

rL.H.Panel_/ ,

Bolt _

REPLACING BATTERY

(-)

,_ICAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positiveterminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same positionas old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

6. Close battery box door.

Positive (Red)

Cable (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractorto run poorly,stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electdcal wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-infuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilttoward engine and liftoff of

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

HeadlightWire

Connector

Hood

Batter

Box Door

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

individual. Warranty repairs must be

performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

GABLE

The throttlecontrol has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

controllever to fast position.

2. 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

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Loosen knob and remove cover

assembly from air cleaner.

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Yourcarburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate propedy due to

suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor to an authorized service center for

repair and/or adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualifiedservice center,, which has

proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Swivel Glamp_1_

Screw

Clamp

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or ifthe

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractorwith

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean itthoroughly,

remove all dirt,grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATFERY

•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 discon-

nected 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 deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experiance indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids duringstorage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run untilthe

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain o11(with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oilthrough spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3, Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can

startsto rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover itto give protectionfrom dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.

'ROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Will not start 1. Out of fuel

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

Engine clicks but 1. Recharge or replace battery.

witl not start 2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Lossofpower 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE"

properly, in Operation section.

Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug.

Dirty air filter, 5. Clean/replace air filter.

Dirty fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter.

Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank and carbure

tot. refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

Loose or damaged wiring. 8, Check all wiring.

Carburetor out of edjustment. 9, See =ToAdjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

1O.Engine valves out of 1O.Contact a Sears or other

adjustment, qualified service center.

1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Badspark plug. 2. Replace spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Dirtyfuel filter. 4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7. See"To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Engine valves out of 8. Contact a Sears or other

adjustment, qualified service center.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

depressed

2. Attachment clutch is 2. Disengage attachment

engaged, clutch.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring,

7. Faulty ignition switch, 7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Faulty operator presence 9. Contact a Sears or other

switch(es), qualified service center.

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE CORRECTION_ROBLEM

.oss of power

continued)

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mowerbladeswill

notrotate

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Waterinfuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburator out of

adjustment.

15.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/

fins.

12.Clean/raplace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM [CAUSE

Poor grass _1. Engine_speed too slow.

discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 2.

I3. Wet grass• 3.

14. Mower deck not level• !4.

5, Low/uneven tire air pressure•i 5.

I 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. I 6.

!7. Buildup of grass, leaves and i7.

18 trash under mower. Ii8

• Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed. .

10.improper blades used.

11.Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

Headlight(s) not

I CORRECTION

I1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

Shiftto slower speed.

,_Lowgrass to dry before

mowing.

Level mower deck.

Check tires for proper air

pressure.

Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

RepLace mower drive belt.

Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

! 1O,Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.C ean around mandrels to

open vent holes,

1. Switch is "OFF". 1. Turn switch"ON".

working 2. Bulb(s) burned out.

(ifsoequipped) 14J31Faulty light switch.

. Loose or damaged wiring,

5. Blown fuse.

Bafferywillnot

charge

Loss ofddve

Engine"backfires"

when turning

engine

"OFF"

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections,

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken,

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or

servicing.

2. Replace bulb(s).

3, Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec-

tions.

5. Rep]ace fuse.

1. Replace battery,

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. PLace freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

1._Engine throttle control not --11. Move throttle controlto

set at "SLOW" "SLOW" positionand allow

positionfor 30 seconds to idle for 30 seconds before

before stopping engine, stopping engine.

_'CHEMATIC

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

:?4

LECTRICAL

TRACTOR- -MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery 12 Vott 28 Amp

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

8 156417 Case, BattenJ Mech Hinge

16 153664 Switch, _nter_ock N Opn_N Opn

21 175688 Harness, Light Socket (Include$ 4152J)

22 4152J Bulb, Light

24 4799J Cabte, 8artery, 6 Gau9 e, Red, 11"

25 146147 Cable, Battery, @Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire

26 175158 FuSe,2O Amp

27 7351_400 Nut Keps Hexl/4.-2C, Dn¢

28 4207J Cable, GrOund, @Gauge, Black, 12"

29 121305X Switch, Plunger Normal Op Olive

30 175566 Switch, tgn_'_on

33 140403 Key, Ignition

40 178437 Harness, Ignition

41 71_I_40_ Bob, Hex Head, Fin. 114-20 x '_/2

42 131563 Cover, Terminal, Red

43 175141 Solenoid

45 12282ZX Ammeter Rectang_a_

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

NO]'E: Ait component dimensions gWenin U.S. _nches

I inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

3 14

3_4

13 t"

208

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

:HASSLEAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Chassis Stamping

Drawbar

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bumper Hood/Dash

Dash

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x 1

Panel, Dash, L.H.

Panel, Dash, R.H.

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Hood Assembly

Bumper Hood

Washer 13132 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut

Grille Lens Asm

Lens, Grille

Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT

Bracket, Fender Support

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

Bracket, Pivot

Duct Air Engine P/L LT

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/5-16 UNC x 3/4

Dash Lower STLT

Nut Crownlock 318-16 UNC

Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood

1 174619

2 176554

3 17060612

5 155272

9 168337)(013

10 STD533710

11 155927

13 172107X010

14 17490608

17 174330)(612

18 126938X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

25 177403

29 174332X599

30 164919X612

31 139976

37 1749(_

38 175710

39 174714

58 174930

60 72140606

64 154798

74 7368O600

142 165867

143 154966

144 175582

145 156524

159 155123X428 Cupholder

166 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi Lo #13-16 x 314

206 170165 Bolt ShoulderS/16-18Tr

207 17670508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-15x1/2TYTE

208 17670608 ScrewThdrct 3/8-16x 1/2

212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

- - 5479J Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

GROUNDDRIVE

212

70 116

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

GROUNDDRIVE

<EY PART KEY

"_0. NO. DESCRIPTION NO,

L ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 66

Hydro Gr 314-0510 70

3165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 71

1O S'1D561210 Pin Cotter 1/6 x 1 CAD 73

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 74

15 74490544 Bolt Rex FLGHD 5/16-15 x Gr 5 75

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5116-18 Unc 76

19 s'rD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 77

_-1 130564 Knob, Deluxe 1/2-13 78

169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 81

_-4 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 348-16 Unc 82

=>5 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 83

-:6 $1D551037 Washer 84

s'rD951210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 89

175765 ROd, Parking Brake 90 124346X

xj 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 95 169497

_0 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 95 4497H

)2 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 116 72149508

34 179578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 120 73906600

_5 120183X Bearing,Nylon 150 175456

19 19211616 Washer 151 19133210

37 1572H Pin, Roll 156 166002

19 165936 Pulley, Composite, Fiat 158 165589

k9 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 3 159 165494

10 175461 Spacer, Split 161 72140406

H 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 162 73680400

t2 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 163 74780416

t7 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 164 19091010

18 154407 Bellcranlt, Clutch 195 165623

19 123205X Retainer, Belt 166 166880

_0 STD523715 Bolt 168 165492

_1 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 169 165580

;2 STITo41431 Nut. Crownlock 5/16-18Unc 197 169513

_3 105710)( Link, Clutch 195 169593

_5 195795X Spring, Return, Clutch 199 169512

_6 17959516 Screw 3/5-16 x 1 200 72140508

i7 140294 V-Belt 202 72119514

_9 169591 Keeper, Center Span 212 145212

31 17060612 Screw. 3/6-16 x 3/4

32 8883R Cover, Pedal

;5 175410 Pulley, Engine

_4 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5

;5 _1143 Washer

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

134683 Keeper Belt Engine

169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro

169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro

137057 Spacer

121749)( Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 15 Gauge

STD581075 E-Ring

123953X Key, Square

121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

165595 Shaft Asm Cross Tapared

165711 Spdng Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32 x 5/4 x 16 Ga.

169594 Link Transaxle

164890X428 Console, Shift

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires

Retainer Spring l"ZinrJCed

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/6-16 x 1

Nut Look Fig 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2x 10 Ga.

Washer Srded 5/161D x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange ShiftLt

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

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Uric x 1 Gr 5

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5116-18 x .561

Plate Fastening

Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D

Washer Ny1718 ID x .105" Hyd

Bolt Shoulder 6116-18UNC

Bolt Rdhd Sgnk 5/16-18UNC x 1

Bolt Cart Sh 3/6-16 x 1-3/4 Gr.5

Nut Hex Flange Lock

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

STEERINGASSEMBLY

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428 Steedng Wheel

2 154427 Axle Assembly STM P Dropped STL

3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.

4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5 62661"1 Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1_5/8 x 16 Gauge

719272016 Washer 27132 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

8 12000029 Ring, Klip

9 3366R Bearing, Steedng Column

10 175121 Oraglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

13 136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hexftange Lock

17 177876 Shaft Assembly, Steedng

26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/5 x 16 Gauge

29 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin

32 130465 Rod,Tie

36 155099 Bushing, Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 159946X428 tnsert, Steedng Wheel

39 19132411 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Gauge

40 STD541537 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

41 159945 Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 145054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft

43 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-114 x 16 Gauge

44 153720 Extension Shaft Steering LR.LT

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 6855M Fitting, Grease

51 STD541431 Nut Lock Hexw/Ins. 5/16-18 UNC

54 74788520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4

63 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/6-16 UNC x 1 Gr 5

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2*1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm

82 169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

85 13,3835 Fastner Christmas Tree

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

91 175553 Clip5teedng

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

1 inch = 25,4 mm

ENGINE TRACTOR- -MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

ENGINE TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170546 Control, Throttle

2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting I/4-20 x 5/8

3...... Engine, (See Breakdown) B&S Model No. 407777-0121 -E5

4 149723 Muffler

5 160589 Exhaust Tube Rh

6 159955 Exhaust Tube Lh

8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4

10 162797 Shield Browning

13 165391 Gasket Muffler

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 STD551237 Washer

17 17490624 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

23 169837 Shield Bm/Dbr Guard

25 145996 ControlChoke

26 73920600 Nut Keps 3/8-24

29 137180 Arrestor, Spark

31 109202X Tank, Fuel

32 158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, Vented

33 123487X Clamp, Hose

37 137040 Line,Fuel

38 148315 Plug, Drain Oil Easy

44 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.. Roll, 1/4-20 x 3/4

45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

62 10040500 Washer Lock 5/6

72 71070512 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5116-18 x 3/4

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20Unc

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given inU.S. inches

1inch =25.4 mm

SEATASSEMBLYTRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

KEY PAR'I"

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1140123 Beat

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat

371110616 BOR

4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x1x19 Gauge

5 145006 Clip, Push-in Hinged

6B'1]_541437 Nut

7 124181X Spring, Seat

8 1700_616 Screw 3/8-16x 1-1/2

9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1x 14 Gauge

10 174894 Pan, Seat

11 166369 Knob Seat

12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting

K'=Y PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X Bushing, Snap

14 72055412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

19 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88

16 121250X Spring

17 123976X LOcknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5

21 171852 BOiLShoulder 3/16-18 UNC

22 STD541431 Nut

24 19171912 Washer 17132 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

25 127019X Bolt, Shoulder 3/16-19x .62

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U,S.

inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm

DECALS TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

_12

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 156811 Decal, Oper, Instr. 13 177284 Decal, Lower Dash

2 165407 Decal, HP Engine 14 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic

3 177356 Decal, Hood, R.H. 16 138047 Decal Battery Diehard

4 177357 Decal, Hood, LH. 20 149516 Decal, Battery DngdPsn Eng

5174322 Oeca_Hood Replacement 21 164_65 Decal, Strng Whl

6 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance -- 138311 Decal, Lift Handle

7 177355 Decal, Hood Side -- 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT

8 172331 Decal, Deck -- 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT

9 163204 Decal, Fender. CraRsman -- 169210 Decal By Pass LT Hydro

10 156439 Decal, Fender Danger -- 177462 Owner's Manual, English

12 146046 Decal, V-BeR Drive Schematic -- 177463 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2_5,8

4,10

/,9 11

.°

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

65139 Stem, Valve

106222X Tim, Front

59904 Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

106732X427 Rim, Front

278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

904G_1 Searing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

106108X427 Rim, Rear

122082X Tire,Rear

7152J Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

104757X428 Cap, Axle

144334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

LIFTASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

LIFTASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly

2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 105767X Pin, Groove

4 120(_O02 E_ing

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

6 120183X Bearing,Nylon

7 125631X Grip.Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red

11 139865 Link, Lift, LH.

12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link, Front

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

17 130171 Trunnion

18 73800800 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 1/2ol 3 UNC

19 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. L_t

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator

37 123935X Plug Ho_e

38 1706(_16 Screw 5/16-18 x 1

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

41 155098 Indicator Height

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 9t7.272440

MOWERDECK

116 113 111 114

1t8_ i

30 131 i

__,_192 129 J

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 67 149846

2 S'rD533107 Bolt 68 144959

3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 9_ 7380(To00

Front 101 136420

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 102 71081016

5 S]_624008 RetainerSpdng 103 19061216

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 104 STD551110

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1,25 Gr. 8 105 160793

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 106 2029J

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 111 155197

11 134149 Blede, Mulching 112 155198

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 113 17060514

(Includes Key Number 12) 114 ST[To41431

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel,Vented 115 72110504

15 110485X Bearing, Batl, Mandrel 116 4898H

16 174493 Stdpper, Mower Dock 117 165746

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 118 73930600

19 132827 Bolt. Shoulder 119 $10551037

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 121 143723

21 STD541431 NutCrownlock5i16-18UNC 129 19131312

22 134753 Stiffener Bracket 130 STD523710

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 131 $10533710

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 142 165890

25 123713)( Spring, Torsion, Deflector 143 157109

26 110452X Nut, Push 144 158634

27 130968X428 ShiekJ, Deflector 145 165888

28 19111016 Washer 11132x5iBx16Ga. 146 171977

29 131491 Rod, Hinge 147 131335

30 157722 ScrewThdrolWasher Head 148 169022

31 129963 Washer, Spacer 149 165898

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel 150 19091216

33 137266 Nut, Toplock. Flanged 151 169670

34 STD533717 Bolt 152 169676

36 131494 Pulley, Idler. Flat 153 169674

37 STD551037 Washer 13132x13116x16Ga 154 169675

40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/6-16UNC 155 169671

44 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH. 156 169672

45 STD624003 Retainer 157 169669

46 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4o20 x 5/8 158 17720410

48 133944 Washer.Hardened 159 72140614

49 174284 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower -- 130794

50 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Gr. 5

51 STD541410 Locknut - - 169583

52 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

53 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54 133943 Washer, Hardened

55 155046 Arm, Idler

56 165723 Spacer, Retainer

59 141043 Guard, TUV Idtar

DESCRIPTION

Knob Custom Oval

V-Bett

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16

Mulcher Cover

Screw Pan Hd Phillips 10-24 x 5/8

Washer #10

Washer. Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel LH.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw Taping 5116-16

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Unc

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 Uncx 1/2

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel,Gauge

Nut, Centedock 3/6-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer 13/32 x 15/16 x12 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc xl Gr. 6

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNCx 1

Arm Spdng Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage tdler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spdng Yellow Zinc

Washer 9132 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

Screw Hex Thd Cut 114-20 x5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/6-16 UNC x 1- 314

Mandrel Assembly (includes Key

Numbers 6-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Cock, Order Separately Mulcher

Rate and Gauge Wheel

Components, Key Nos. 101-106

and 111-121)

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven inU.S.inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170351 Main Housiog, Assembly 59 170408 Rotor, Brake

2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck

3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 61 142882 Puck Plata

4 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machioed 62 142887 Brake Actuedng Pin

5 169898 Block - Assembly 63 170410 Hfhcs 114-20x2 W/

6 170355 Sealant 10.50z Patch,SpecialFlange

7 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 64 142892 Bo_t, 114-20 X 1 W/Patch

8 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 65 170411 Spacer

9 170358 Shag, Input 66 170412 Spdng, Brake Arm Bias

10 170359 Ring -Retaining 67 170413 Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed

11 170360 Spacer 68 170414 Arm, Brake

12 169870 Riog -Retaining 69 170415 Siottad Hex Nut 5/16-24

13 170361 Seal, Lip ,67 X 1.58 X .276 70 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4

14 169869 Ball Brg 17ram IdX 40ram Od X 71 170417 Compression Spdng Brake Anti-

12mm Drag

16 170362 HexFlange Head Screw5/16- 72 170418 Washer, Ht .5 LD. X 1 O.D. X

24)(0.75 .032

17 170363 Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 73 142884 Flat -Washer 11132 I.D. X 7/8

18 170364 Arm, Control O.D

19 150771 Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust 74 170419 Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25

23 170365 Check Plug Assembly, Washer 75 170420 Check Plug Assembly, .027.

24 170366 Shag, Motor Washer

27 170367 Gear -Pinion, 13t 76 170421 Stud. 5/16-24 Friction Pack

28 170368 10t/48t Gear 77 170422 Puck, .330 X t.50 X .0975

29 170369 Gear, 10t Jackshag 78 142969 Bpring, HelicalComp

30 170370 60t Bull Gear 79 142980 Spacer

31 170371 Sleeve Beadng .75 X 1.575 X 80 150778 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-24Unjf(Nyion

.625 Insert)

32 170389 SleeveBeedng(Out board) 81 170423 Wedge, Friction Pack

.75xl.750x.625 82 170424 Clip, Washer .316x1.50x.104B

33 142991 Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-112 Od X .13 (P_ated)

Thk 83 161168 Pin, Standard Headless

34 170390 Lip Seal Axle Seal 84 170425 Fitting, 5/16 See 5/32 Tube

35 170391 Shaft, Axle .75 X 11,39 (Key, 85 170426 Hose, Expansion Tank

R,H.) 87 142917 Cap -Poppat Valve

36 170392 Shaft, Axle .75 X 16,99 (Key, 88 170429 Bolt, Serf Tapping 10-32 X 1/2

L.H.) 90 170430 Puck, Inner Wedge

37 150792 Mitar Gear (Splioed) 9G 170431 Spring Clip -Housiog Thrust

38 150793 Miter Gear 15t (0,5 Id) 107 170432 Deflector

39 150809 Shag 168 170433 Washer, Motor Shag

40 170393 Ring, Spiral Retaining .71_ix1.15odx.030thk

41 170394 Pin, Jackshaft 109 170434 Plug, Sae#6

42 170395 Magnet, Ring 111 170435 O-Ring ,07X .301 I.D.

43 170396 Spdng, Bypass 113 170437 Bracket, Support Expansion Tank

44 150797 Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X2.5 116 170438 SiliconSponge

Long 119 170439 Fan, 7 In.

45 170397 Filter 120 170440 Pulley

46 170398 Base. Filter 121 170441 Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon

47 170999 Actuator. Bypass Insert)

48 1704_) Rod, Bypass Actuator 122 170442 Washer, BelleviUe

49 170401 Arm, Bypass 123 170443 BeltKeeper

50 170402 Retaining Ring .250 External 124 170444 CentarSection-Filter-Bypass

51 170403 Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc Assembly

52 170404 Flat Washer, 5/8 ld X 1.00d X 125 170445 FilterAssembly

,05 Thk 126 170446 Fan -Pulley Service Assembly

53 170405 Retaioiog Ring 127 170447 Seal -O-Ring Kit

54 170406 Bearing, Center Block 128 173165 Kit, Expansion Tank

55 142977 Spriog - Helioat Compression 900 166768 Transax_eComplete

56 142978 Washer

57 150798 20w-50 Oil NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches

58 170407 Brake Yoke 1 inch = 25,4 mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E5

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TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

BRIGGS AND STRAI-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER407777,TYPE NUMBER0121-E5

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690231 Cylinder Assembly 121 499811 Carburetor Overhaul Kit

2 499585 Bushing-Cylinder 122 690952 Spacer-Carburetor

3 391086 •Seal-Oil 125 499804 Carburetor

4 690069 Sum -Engine 139 690993 Valve-Throttle

5 499587 Hea_- 131 499805 Shaft Kit

Cylinder No. 1 Throttle

5A 499595 Head-Cylinder No. 2 133 499806 Float-Carburetor

7 690962 ,+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 135 499803 Fuel Transfer Tube

8 499601 Breather Assembly 137 690994 O:_ Gasket-Float Bowl

9 690937 * Gasket-Breather 141 499807 Choke Shaft Kit

10 690960 Screw Breather Assy.) 142 499808 _Nozzle-Carburetor

11 690942 Tube-Brea her 146 94388 Key-Timing

t2 690945 * Gasket-Crankcase 159 690995 _:_ Gasket-Nozzle

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 160 690996 Retainer-Solenoid

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 163 691001 •Gasket*Air Cleaner

16 691046 Crankshaft 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

29 690947 * Seal-Oil (PTO Bide) Length)

22 690308 Screw (Engine Sump) 187A 691049 Line-Fuel

23 691053 Flywheel 188 690960 Screw (Control Bracket)

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 192 690083 Adjuster*Rocker Arm

25 499598 Piston Assembly (Btd.) 197 690969 Screw Back Plate

499589 Piston Assembly (.010 O.S.) 209 691018 Sprng-Governor

499590 Piston Assembly (.020 O.S.) 211 691019 Spring-Governed Idle

499591 Piston Assembly (.030 O.B.) 212 691020 Link-Throttle

26 499604 Ring Set-Pisthn (Std) 213 691021 Bracket-Choke Control

499605 Ring Set-Piston (.010 O.B.) 216 691022 Link-Choke

499606 Ring Set-Piston (.020 O.S.) 219 394348 Gear-Governor

499607 Ring Set-Piston (.030 O.S.) 220 690412 Washer (Governor Lever)

27 690975 Lock-Piston Pin 222 691023 Bracket-Control

28 499582 Pin-Piston 227 691048 Control Lever*Governor

29 499583 Rod-Connecting 231 690718 Screw (Choke Valve)

32 690976 Screw(Connecting Rod) 240 691035 Filter-Fuel

33 499596 Valve-Exhaust 250 690957 Retainer-Breather

34 499597 Valve-Intake 252 690956 Element-Breather

35 690963 Spring-Valve (Intake) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing

36 690963 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

46 690964 Retainer-Valve 276 690997,O_ Sealing Washer

42 499586 Keeper-Valve 278 690097 Washer (Gov. Control Lever)

45 690977 Valve Tappet 287 690960 Screw Dipstick Tube

46 690978 Cam Shaft 304 691004 Housng-Blower

48 693893 Short Block 305 691005 Screw(Blower Housing)

50 690948 Manifold-intake 309 691262 Motor-Starter

51 90949 ,_+ Gasket-Intake 310 691263 Bolt-Starter Motor

51A 696950,_1_ Gasket-Intake 311 497608 Brush Set

53 690951 Stud (Carburetor) 332 691059 Nut (Flywheel)

54 690953 Screw Intake Manifold) 333 691060 Armature-Magneto

73 691055 Screen-Rotat n9 334 691061 Screw (Ivlagneto Armatu re)

74 691057 Screw Rotating Screen 337 691043 Spark Plug

75 691056 Washer Fywhee 358 499889 Gasket Set

89 690283 Plug-Oil 363 691062 Flywheel Puller

95 690718 Screw Throttle Valve)

98 499802 Idle Speed Kit

164 690984 O Pin-Float Hinge

165 690985 O Valve-Float Needle

168 696986 Valve-Choke

117 696232 O Jet-Main (Standard

690989 Jet-Main H9 h Altitude

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Ref, No.

358

O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Rof.

No. 121

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref.

NO.977

+ Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Ref. No.

1033

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch -- 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.272440

BRIGGS AND STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER0121-E5

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

383 690966

385 690960

387 808656

404 690442

418 690999

445 499486

447 691003

447A 690960

462 691261

467 691008

474 691064

501 691185

505 691029

510 497606

513 692024

523 691036

524 691032

525 691037

526 690960

544

552 690552

552A 690553

562 690311

573 691009

579 691029

601 691038

615 690317

616 691045

628 690960

633 690998

635 66538

Wrench-Spark Plug 855 691011 Adapter-Air

Screw(Fuel Pump) 865 691012 Cover-Air Guide

Pump-Fuel 865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide

Washer (Governor Crank) 865B 691015 Cover-Air Guide

Plate-Cover 868 690968 .+ Seal-Valve

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 871 690969 Bushing-Guide

Screw (Air Guide Cover) 877 399916 Alternator Connector/Wire

Screw (Air Guide Cover 883 690970 -+ Gasket-Exhaust

Washer Starter Cabe 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

Knob-Air Cleaner 918 694000 Hose-Vacuum

Alternator 929 691003 Screw (Choke Control

Regulator Bracket )

Screw (Fan Retainer)Nut (Gov, Control Lever) 934 691058

Drive-Starter 943 690589 •O-Ring Seal (Oil Pump

Clutch-Drive Cover)

Dipstick 947 499909 Solenoid-Fuel

• Dipstick Tube Seal 965 499613 Oil Pump Cover

Dipstick Tube 967 273638 Filter-Pre-Cleaner

Screw (Regulator) 968 499788 Cover-Air Cleaner

Armature-Starter Service 975 499810 Bowl-Float

wth 691262 Starter Motor 977 499812 Gasket Set-Carburetor

Bushing-Governor Crank 987 691000 O_: Seal-Throttle Shaft

Bushing-Governor Crank 1005 691243 Fan-Flywheel

Bolt (Gov. Control Lever) 1006 691247 Retainer-Fan

Plate-Back 1013 690954 Nipple-Oil Filter

Nut (Starter Cable) 1017 690770 Oil Pump Screen

Clamp-Hose 1019 690103 Label Kit

Retainer-Governor Shaft 1022 690971 ,+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

Crank-Governor 1023 499599 Cover-Rocker (Cyl. No. It

Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket) 1023A 499600 Cover-Rocker IICyL No. 2

O1: Seal-Choke Shaft 1024 499054 Pump-Oil

Boot-Spark Plu

(Carbureto J_r) 1026 690981 Rod-Push Steel_654 690958 Nut 1026A 690982 Rod-Push Aumlnum

668 691215 Spacer 1027 492932 Filter-Oil

672 690234 0:[: Gasket-Carburetor Plate 1029 690972 RockerArm

691 690657 • Governor Shaft Seal 1033 499890 Valve Overhaul Kit

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1035 691042 Shaft-Pump

703 691010 Clip 1036 695104 Emissions Label

718 690959 Pin-Locating 1051 691265 Ring-Retaining

726 499612 Gear-Ring 1058 274277 Owner's Manual

729 694123 WireClip 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

741 690980 Gear-Timing 1100 690973 Rocker Ai'm Pivot

742 690328 E-Ring Retainer 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)

750 691033 Screw LOil Pump Cover) 1123 690987 0¢ O-Ring Seal (Solenoid

783 693058 Gear-Pinion Retainer_

788 691039 Fuel Pum_p Bracket 1124 690988 O:1: O-Ring _eaI-Fuel Transfer

769 695050 Harness-Widng Tube

797 693167 Screw (Brush Retainer) 1126 690991 Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube

798 690967 Screw CRocker Arm) 1127 690992 Screw (Float Bowl)

801 691283 Cap-Dnve 1128 690990 O Screw (Carburetor No_le)

802 691286 Cap-End 1169 690990 Screw (Carburetor Cover

803 ------ Housing (Service with

691262 Starter Motor)

842 691031 • Dipstick/Tube Seal

847 499602 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

851 691234 TerminaI-Sparkplug

Plate

---- 445777-0027-E2 Replacement Engine

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Includedin Engine Gasket Set, Ref. No.

358

OIncluded in CarburetorOverhaul Kit, Ref.

No 121

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref.

No, 977

+ Includedin Valve Overhaul Kit, Ref. No.

1033

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S.

inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

For repair of major brand appliances in your own home.,,

no matter who made it, no matter who sold it!

1-800-4-MY-HOME SMA,y,me.dayorni_,t

(1-800-469-4663)

www.sears.com

To bring in products such as vacuums,

lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for

the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center.

1-800-488-t222 Anytime, dayor night

1-888-SU-HOGAR s_

(1-888-784-6427)

www.sears.com

For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals

that you need to do-it-yourself,call Sears PartsDirectSi7

1-800-366- PART 8arn-11.m CST.

(1-800-366-7278) 7daysa week

www.sears.comlpartsdirect

To purchase or inquireabout a Sears Service Agreement:

1-800-827-6655

7 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST. Mon,- Sat.

Para pedJr servicio de reparacidn a dornicilio, Au Canada pour service en fran_ais:

y para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio: 1-877-LE-FOYER TM

(1-877-533-6937)

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