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Owner's Manual

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20.0 HP

ELECTRIC STAR:T.-

46" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRA

Model No.

917.273041

•Safety

•Assembly

°Operation

_= • Maintenance

=°Repair Parts

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CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Storage ................................................. 31

Troubleshooting .................................... 32

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

tained, lubricated and tuned upaccording to the instructionsin the owner's manual,

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

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thoms, stumps, or glass.

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

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in

the owner's manual.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

state.

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

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

befo_ mowing. Stop mP_'_ine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always tum off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turnoffbladeswhen not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into atrailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you 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 aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do riot mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted tOthe

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep childrenout ofthe 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 esdously injured or intedere with

safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

•Use extra care in handlinggasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running.Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine orfuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairswith

theenginerunning.

• Grasscatchercomponentsaresubject

to wear,damage,anddeterioration,

whichcouldexposemoving 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 servicingthem.

•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 peesengem.

•Do net mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be sedously 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 overtum the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. H

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

•Do nottum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

ALook for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TIONH! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

_,CAUTION: In order :to prevent acciden-

tai starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of Califomia to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 30

API-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OiL CAPACITY" W/FILTER: 4,0 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.8 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

(GAP: .040")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004-.006

EXHAUST: .004-.006

SROUND SPEED FORWARD: 5.8

MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

:HANGING

YSTEM: 16 AMPS@ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

27-35 FT. LBS.

BLADE BOLT

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you expedence any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions wilt enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, cadng for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forast-coverad, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

an'ester 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 Califomia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

Califomia Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arraster for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

•(1) Shoulder Bolt

,__.J 5/16-18

(1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

_t [2) Weld Nuts _, (2) Lock

#1_ Washers

i #1o

(2) Washers

3/16 x3/4 x16 Gauge _=.,

(3) Retainer Springs

(Double Loop)

(4) Retainer Springs

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Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown futlsize

£D

V_deo

Casse_e

Mulcher

Plate

Parts Bag

4Seat

Steering Wheel

Manual

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

(2) Washers 3/8

x7/8 x 14 Ga.

<_ (2) Centedock_

(2) Keys Nuts (2) Gauge

Wheels

(2) Latch Hook

'\ "--J (Assemblies

_1_(2} FrontLinkAssemblies

Steering

Wheel Insert

Slope Sheet

Steedng

Sleeve

Steedng Sleeve

Extension

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledat the factory with exception of those parts left

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

all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightenee, securely:.use the corr ,ect tools

as necessary to insure proper tightness. Heview the vieeo casset'[e before you eegm.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) 1/2" wrench drive rachet

(1) Utilityknife (1) PhillipsScrew-

(1)Pliers driver :

(1) _re pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose pads and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Remove mower and package materials.

Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

A'n'ACH STEERING WHEEL

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large

flat washer from steering shaft.

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

•Slide the steering sleeve over the steer-

ing shaft.

•Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering wheel.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

•Secure steering wheel to steering shaft

with he)( bolt, lock washer and large flat

washer previously removed. Tighten

securely.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

•Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

I l Sn

Wheel Insert

_.. Hex Bolt

_..._ L_k Washer

Large Flat

Washer

Steering

Steering Wheel

Wheel Adapter

Steering _Tabs

Sleeve I

Extension

Shaft

Steering

Sleeve

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll offskid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECKBATTERY

•Lift hood to raised position.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for charg-

ing instructions).

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INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

•Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovednflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page

5 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you leam how to operate your tractor,

check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See =TOADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment Knob

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

•Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway

bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to

left side of mower deck.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT:Checkbeltfor propermut-

ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install

belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

•Install one front link in top hole of the

right hand front mower bracket and right

hand front suspension bracket. Retain

with two single loop retainer springs as

shown.

•Install second front link in left hand

front suspension bracket only and

retain with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

•Tum height adjustment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

•Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

•Place the left hand suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

•Slide left side of mower back and install

the unattached front link in top hole of

the left hand front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring

as shown.

•Place the right hand suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

Chassis

Shoulder Bracket

Bolt

•Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack-

et under left footrest and retain with

double loop retainer spring.

•Turn height adjustment knob clockwise

to remove slack from mower suspen-

sion.

•Raise mower to highest position.

•Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS in the

Operation section of this manual).

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

Suspension

Arms Suspension

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

(Inward pointing

deck

Front Mower

Gauge

Wheel

3/8 Washer 3/8-16

Center

Locknut

Use Pliers for

Retainer Springs

Double Loop

Retainer Sp.ring

Anti-Sway

Bar Idler

Pulley Discharge Guard

Loop

Retainer Springs

NOTE:Pra-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down.Tighten hard-

ware securely.

•Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

right position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

.- Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut Hook Points

Lock

Washer Latch

Weld

Nut

Latch

Lock

Washer

Mulcher '_,------Screw

Plate

Deflector ._

Shield -(,_

_Latch

Hooks

I/CHECKLIST

Please review the following checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

•/ Battery is propedy prepared and

charged. (Minimum I hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overinflat-

ed at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. ('lires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

•/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in ddve position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following impor-

tant items:

,./Engine oil is at proper level.

/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

,f Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,f Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions (See "TO

START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of

this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

8A'I-rERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

N H L

A'I-I'ACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKIN _BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

_(_) ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(Autcmatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

TRACTOR

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

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

LightSwitch

Ignition Position

Switch

Ammeter IAttachment

Clutch Switch

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake

LiftLever

Plunger

Lift Lever

Choke

Control

-Parking Brake

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Free Wheel

Motion

Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on

and off.

THRO'I'rLE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a

cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjus_ the mower cutting height.

IGNmON SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of the tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

Theoperationof anytractorcanresultinforeignobjectsthrownintothe

eyes,whichcanresultinsevereeyedamage.Alwayswearsafetyglasses

oreye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or

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

dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Yourtractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine is

running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

=BRAKE' position and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in =EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractor secure.

Throttle Push-In to Attachment Clutch

Control =Disengaged" Switch Pull Out To

Pedal =Ddve Position ="Yog_u

Position Position

STOPPING

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 retum to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

ENGINE -

•Move-t[_rottle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow positionand allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

=backfire".

•Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

,_ CAUTION." Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position; to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full throt-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are start-

ing a cold engine. Do not use to start a

warm engine.

•To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUT'rING HEIGHT

The cuttingheight is controlled by tum-

ing the height adjustment knob in

desired direction. -_"

•Tum knob clockwise ((:,) to raise cutting

height... ....

•/urn KnOb counterclockwise (,.-4))to

14 lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are

approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches during

hot months. For healthier and better

looking lawns, mow often and after

moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-

tively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when

mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then

keep the deck in proper position to help

prevent scalping in most terrain condi-

tions.

•Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

flat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

•With mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled so they are slightly off the ground.

Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

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

16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

•Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gau

Mounting

Bracket

3/8-16

Locknut Shoulder Bolt

3/8 Washer 'Gauge Wheel

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine.

•Sele-c} desired height of cut.

•Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

•Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

AUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

guard in place.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_,CAUTION: Do not ddve up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this manual.

•Cheese the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

i f stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

io restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

"Engage"

Push InTo _, _'_"

"Disengage" P))))_"

Attachment Uft Lever

High Position

tj' ,!? LOW

,,._'('tP°siti°n

.._:++Discharge

_\ Guard

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling posi-

tion. Freewheel control is located at the

rear drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•Remove retainer spring from freewheel

control rod.

•Push control rod in to disengage trans-

mission and reinsert retainer spring into

control rod hole now on back side of the

bracket.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than

15 two (2) MPH.

•To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

ofthe manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy of

aload, while on a slope, is dangerous.

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip

stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick

into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube. Remove and read oil level. If nec-

essary, add oil until =FULL" mark on

dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHAR'I _' in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Customer

Responsibilities 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. 16

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

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

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

,_d weather starting.

WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emp-

tied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let

it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional

information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

_k 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 run out of fuel, it will

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to fast position

•Pull choke control out for a cold engine

start attempt. For a warm engine start

attempt the choke control may not be

needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to =START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, push choke control in, wait a

few minutes and try again. If engine still

does not start, pull the choke control out

and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °F

AND ABOVE)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slight-

ly for a few seconds and then continue

to push the control in slowly.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as descdbed above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F AND

BELOW)

•When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. Continue to push the choke

control in small steps allowing the

engine to accept small changes in

speed and load, until the choke control

is fully in. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slight-

ly for afew seconds and then continue

to push the control in slowly. This may

require an engine warm-up period from

several seconds to several minutes,

depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM-UP

•Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

•Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

•Place the motion control lever in neu-

tral Release the parking brake and

let the clutch/brake slowly return to

operating position.

•Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

•The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up and

may require the choke control be pulled

out slightly.

NOTE: Ahigh altitude (above 3000 feet)

or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the

carburetor fuel mixture may need to be

adjusted for best engine performance.

See =TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

_,CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the trans-

mission be purged before operating tractor

for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shippingof your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should our transmission

require removeal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in freewheehng position

(See =TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

iitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

tle control to slow position. With motion

control lever in neutral (N) position,

slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

Move motion control lever to full forward

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Move lever to full reverse position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be

no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive sys-

tem.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set parking

brake.

•Engage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in driving position (See

=TO TRANSPORT" in this section of

manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

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

motion control lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After

the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-

cedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

•Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Tirechainscannotbeusedwhenthe

mowerhousingis attachedto tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveledfor

best mowing pedormance. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service andAdjustrnents 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 fight of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

•When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left

hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, if should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave unde-

sirable clumps. Allow grass to d_/

before mowing.

,Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assurebetter mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

,When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

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MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of 10uilt-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recur

the grass clippint_s many times and

reduce them znsize so that as they fall

onto the lawn theywil! disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut-

ring action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

aftemoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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JCheck Operator Preaecee and

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cA! Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _4

TLubrication Chart i _

0 Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals/Recharge I# #

Check Transaxle Cooing

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension I_s

Check Engine Oil Level 1_ V'

ChangeEngine_U IK,=,_ V'

EClean Air Filter 1##2

Nclean Air Screen ll&/=

Inspect Muffler/Spark An'ester t_

Replace Oil Filter(ff equipped) V_I,e

Clean Engine Cooling Fins li_=

Replace Spark Plug _2 (1_

Replace Air Finer Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter I1_

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2-Selvlce mo_ oil eft when operat_ In ditty or dusty conditions. 6. Nol _?Jirld if equil_ld with _lte bNte_t.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover =)Tie Rod Ball Joints

items that have been subjected to operator eSpindls Zerk-----ij_ _eSpindle Zerk

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain @Front-_.---_j_l._.III_ _ eFront

tractor as instructed in this manual. Some Wheel _r!,__J-"Wheel

adjustments will need to be made periodi- Bearing Bearing

caily to properly maintain your tractor.

All 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

•Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

Zerk l__j_._ _

eSteedng'1 "_rk

Sector _@Engine

Gear Teeth \

OSpray Silicone lubdant (Move Boots to Lubricate)

@General Purpose Grease

eRefer to Customer Responsibilities "ENGINE"

Section

:Check tire pressure. IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points

Check operator presence and interlock which have special nylon beadngs. Viscous lubd-

cants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the

systems for proper operation, life of the salf-lubdcating bearings. If you feel they

•Check for loose fasteners, must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 3 of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and inter-

lock systems are working propedy. If your

tractor does not function as described

below, repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

•Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

•Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

• Reassemble hex belt, lock washer and

flatwasher in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade belt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing E_ge Up Mandrel Assembly

_de Center_

_H?le ,___J

_Hex Bolt (Grade 8)"

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identifiedby six lines on the bolt head.....

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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

balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

•The blade canbe sharpened with a file

or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while it is on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

•Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion

of the steel bolt or pin and hold the belt

or pin parallel with the ground. If blade

is balanced, it should remain in a hod-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use anail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt

or Pin

Blade

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use.

However, pedodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its

life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery belts tighL

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.

on mandrel assembly. 2O

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter-

minals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

•Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

•Coat terminals with grease or petroleum

jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BAI-FERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 1O0 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. ."

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

centeddepartment.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating tem-

perature.

"_* r16" :SO*

TI_IPERAI1JRE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O_ CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of

this manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of did and

chaff to prevent engine damage from over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

Air Screen

O,,O n

Plug

Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick/ _"s_,_'_

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine

cooling fins to prevent engine damage

from overheating. Air guide covers must

be removed. Remove side panels and

hood (See =TO REMOVE HOOD AND

GRILLASSEMBLY" inthe Service and Ad-

justments section of this manual).

-'_ 21.

Guide ver

Top Air _,,

Engine

Cooling

Air Guide C6ve_

(Both Sides) "

AIR RLTER

Your engine will not run propedy using a

dirty airfllter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

•Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

iash it in liquid detergent and water.

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

•If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

•Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

•Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate.

•Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debds from entering carburetor.

ilean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

Reinstall cartddge plate, wing nuts pre-

cleaner, cover and secure with knob(s).

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,

,Cover

Wing

Foam Plate

Air Scree_

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

•Unscrew old filter by tuming counter-

clockwise. Use a suitable container to

catch oil.

•Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to

rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

•Install replacement oil filter by turning

clockwise until rubber gasket contacts

mounting surface, then tighten filter an

additional 112 to 314 tum.

•Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section

of this manual). For approximate

capacity see =PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS" on page 5 of this manual.

•Start engine and check for oil leaks.

Correct any leaks before placing engine

into full operation.

/-- Oil Filter

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type andgap setting are

shown in =PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS"

on page 5 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tra_or unless the elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

life.

_rCAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

Depress clutcWbrake pedal fully and set parking brake.

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

•Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position.

ium ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

•Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

•Lower mower to its lowest position.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and disen-

gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

•Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

•Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-

tion.

•Remove two retainer springs from each

front link and remove links.

•Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

•Slide mower out from under right side of

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in =INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Front

Chassis

Suspension Adjustment Lift Front Mower

Nuts Links Bracket

Retainer

Spring

Retainer

Springs

Mower

Bracket

Anti-Sway

Bar Retainer

Springs

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). If tires are

over or underinflated, you will not propedy

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

•Measure height from bottom of deck

cud to ground level at front comers of

mower. Distance =A"on both sides of

mower should be the same.

•If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full tom of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3116".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom

of Cud\_ f Curl

•Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front linksare

equal in length.

•If links are notequal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower housing, loosen

nut "G" on both front links an equal

number oftums.

•When distance =F"is 1/8=to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "H" against

trunnion on both front links.

•To raise front of mower housing, loosen

nut =H"from trunnion on bothfront links.

Tighten nut =G" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

•When distance =F"is 1/8' to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE: Each full tum of nut =G" will

change dim. =F" by approximately 3/8".

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be Length

LiftLink Adjustment Nut

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side=re=

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side=to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so 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 distanc_ =F" directly in front of

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower, housing as shown.

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

•Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

•Remove screws from left hand mandrel

cover and remove cover.

•Roll belt over the top of left hand man-

drel pulley.

•Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

:Remove belt from idler pulleys.

Remove any dirt or grass clippings .

which may have accumulated arouna

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

•face.

•Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri-

mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-

ing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT iNSTALLATION

•Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt

is in both belt keepers at the idlers as

shown.

Screws

Left Hand

Mandrel

Cover _'_ ,try,

Left Hand _'

•Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-

ley.

•Roll belt into upper groove of left hand

mandrel pulley.

•Carefully check belt routing making sure

belt is in the grooves correctly and

inside belt keepers.

•Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Electric

Clutch

Pulley

Idler

Pulleys

Primary

IdlerArm

Keepers

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on !evel surface. Engage

parking brake.

•Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

•Remove mower (See rl'O REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

• Remove screws from right hand man-

drel cover and remove cover. Unhook

spring from bolt on mower housing.

•Carefully roll belt off right hand mandrel

pulley.

•Remove belt from center mandrel pul-

ley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel

pulley.

•Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels and

entire upper deck sudace.

•Check secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely.

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

Be sure spring is hookedin secondary

install new belt in |ower groove of left

hand mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as snown.

Roll belt over riovht hand mandrel pulley.

_Make belt in all properly.

sure IS grooves

Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall right hand mandrel

cover.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See

=iNSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this manual).

•Reassemble mower drive belt(See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

LeftHand DriveBelt

Mandrel

Pulley

Idle

Spdn!

Bracket

Mandrel

Cover

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

The electric clutch should provide years of

service. The clutch has a built-in brake

that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.

Eventually, the intemal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to not

engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by your

nearest authorized service center/depart-

ment.

•Make sure attachment clutch and igni-

tion switches are in =OFF" position.

•Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot loca-

tions cut in the side of brake plate.

Clutch Rats

.012 °

Slot(3)

Brake Plate

Nylon Locknut i

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage

parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut =A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut, and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut =A'.

•Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

9reater than six (6)feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department.

With Parking Brake =Engaged"

Nut =A"

Jam Nut

Operating

'\ Arm

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there

is a belt installation guide decal on bottom

of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" inthis section of this manual.)

BELT REMOVAL-

• Engage parking brake (creates slack in

belt).

• Remove belt from clutching and fan

idler pulleys.

•Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pul-

ley.

•Remove belt from transaxle pulley.

Remove belt from engine pulley and

front V-idler pulley.

• Pull belt out of all belt keepers and

remove from tractor.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

BELT INSTALLATION

•Place V part of belt intogrooves On

engine pulley and front V-idler, making

sure to route belt inside of all belt keep-

ers.

•Route belt on right side, coming from V-

idler, towards back of tractor, above

midspan belt keeper and to top of

transaxle pulley,

•Route belt on left side, coming from

engine pulley, towards back of tractor

and through loop in midspan belt keep-

er.

•Place V part of belt into grooves on

transaxle and fan idler pulleys, making

sure to route belt inside of all belt keep-

ers.

•Retighten belt keeper above transaxle

pulley.

•Place belt around clutching idlers as

shown, making sure to route belt inside

of all belt keepers.

•Check to be sure belt is positioned cor-

rectly and is on proper side of all belt

keepers.

•Reinstall mower.

IMPORTANT: Check brake adjustment.

Tractor V-Belt Drive Schematic

Viewed from L.H. Side of Tractor

Belt Transaxle

Keeper

Engine

Pulley Clutching

Belt Keepers Bel! Belt Fan

Keeper Idler

As Viewed fron

- V-Idler

Bottom

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever

will not hold its position while at a selected

speed, it may be adjusted at the friction

pack located on the right side of chassis.

•Park tractor on levelsurface. Stop trac-

tor by turning ignition key to "OFF" posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

• While holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut

.* Tighten Iocknut 1/4 turn.

While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nut

se_hrely.

NOTE: If for any mason the effort to

move the motion control lever becomes

too excessive, reverse the above adjust-

ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4

turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and

repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should. your transmission require

removal mr service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation

and before operatin.q the tractor. See

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual.

Locknut

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steeringwheel crossbars are not hori-

zontal (le_tto right) when wheels are posi-

tioned straight forward, remove steenng

wheel and reassemble per instructions/n

the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper

steering operation. Toe-in was set at the

factory and adjustment should notbe nec-

essary. If parts in the front axle or steering

mechanism have been replaced or dam-

aged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN

•Positionfront wheels straight ahead.

•Measure distance between wheels at

front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"

and "B').

•Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to

1/4" less than rear dimension =B".

TO ADJUST TOE-IN

* Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves

on tie rod.

• Adjust tie rod until dimension =A" is 1/8"

to 1/4" less than dimension =B".

• Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred to

affect the front wheel camber, contact your

nearest authorized service center/depart-

ment.

/F_ AdLustment Sleeves

Jam Nuts

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL

Block up axle securely.

Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal.

i epair tire and reassemble.

Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL

Block rear axle securely.

*= Hemove five (5) hub bolts to allow

wheel removal.

•Repair tire and reassemble. Replace

and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may bepurchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Ring_

Axle----_

Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BAT-

TERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharqed. (See

"BAI-FERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

If =jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped with

a12 volt ne_lative grounded system. The

other vehical must also be a 12 volt nega-

tive grounded system. Do not use your

tractor battery to.start other vehica|s.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to

the P(_SITIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

•Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive"(+) =Ne_ative" (-)

L.H. Panel _[

Bolt _

REPLACING BATTERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•Lift hood to raised position.

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully remove

battery from tractor.

•Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

•Reinstall terminal guard.

•First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt

and keps nut as shown. Tighten secure-

ly.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten

securely.

• Close terminal access doom.

•Ctose hood.

Terminal Kep_

Access

Door.._ ""

Positive

,Cable

Gruard Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder secui'ely back into the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or'damaged w[dng may cause your

" tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre-

vent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section of this

manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT

SPRING

•While holding spring bushing with

wrench, loosen jam nut.

•Tum adjustment bolt clockwise to

extend springand reduce lift effort for

heavier attachments.

•Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise

for lighter attachments.

•.Retighten jam nut against spring bush-

Ing.

IMPORTANT. Do not adjust for maximum

spring tension when using light attach-

ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever

spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do riot

overpower spring. When removing attach-

ment, always adjust spring tension to its

lowest position.

Adjustment Bolt

Lift Spring

= J Nut

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

•Raise hood.

*Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedure.

Hood

Headlight

Wim

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

read engine repair establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

•Check that swivel is against side of

quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable

clamp screw and pull cable back until

swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten

cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

•Remove air cleaner cover, filter and car-

tridge plate to expose carburetor choke

(see =AIR FILTER" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

•Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se-

curely.

•Reassemble air cleaner.

C._np

Quarter

Swivel

Casing

Screw Lever

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-

sary. However, minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, fuming the mixture screw in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fueVair mixture.

Turning the mixture screw out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to

the engine givinga richer fueVair mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles and

the seats in carburetor may result ifscrew

is tumed in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING

•Be sure you have a clean air filter, and

the throttle control cable and choke are

adjusted properly (see above).

•With engine off tum idle mixture screw

in (clockwise) closing it linger tight and

then turn out (countemlockwise) 1-114

to 1-1/2 turns.

FINAL SETTING

• Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

•With throttle control lever in slow posi-

tion, hold throttle lever against idle

speed screw and adjust idle speed

screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

•While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, tum idle mixture

screw in (clockwise) untilengine begins

to die and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) until engine runs rough. Turn

screw to a point midway between those

two positions.

• Continue to hold throttle lever against

idle speed screw and adjust idle speed

screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM. Re-

lease throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST

•Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

tum idle mixture screw out (counter-

clockwise) 1/8 tum. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, it necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine govemor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department, which has

proper equipment and experience to make

any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

rew

_ldle Mixture

_.Screw

"-Throttle Lever

Idle Speed

Throttle

Idle

Screw

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

,ACAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-

- ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this man-

ual).

•inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

• Be sure that a_tnuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

%0 CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables disconnect-

ed and place cables where they cannot

come in contact with battery terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is impodant to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, _fuelhose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methano|) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

•Drain the fuel tank.

•Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Turn ignition key to "START" positionfor

a few seconds to distributeoil.

•Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to

rust. Rust and/or did in your gasoline will

cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn

over

Engine clicks but will

not start

CAUSE CORRECTION

• Out of fuel.

•Engine not "CHOKED" prop-

edy.

•Engine flooded.

•Bad spark plug.

•Dirty air filter.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Water in fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment,

•Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

•Dirty air filter.

•Bad spark plug.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjustment.

•Engine valves outof adjust-

ment,

•Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

•Attachment clutch is engaged.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Blownfuse.

•Corroded battery terminals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty ignitionswitch.

•Faulty solenoidor starter.

•Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery.

•Corroded battery terminals.

•Loose or damaged widng.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Fillfuel tank.

•See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

•Wait several minutes before

attemptingto start.

•Replace spark plug.

•Clean/replece air filter.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized service

center.

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Replace spark plug.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.

•Check all wiring,

•See =ToAc

Service an

section.

•Contact a_

center.

•Depress cl

•Disengage

!• Recharge,

•Replace fu

!• Clean battq

•Check all

I" Check/reph

•Checldrepl;

starter.

•Contact an

center.

lustCarburetor"in

JAdjustments

authodzed service

Jtch/brakepedal.

attachment clutch.

)r replace battery.

_,e.

_ryterminals.

_dng.

,ce ignitionswitch.

ce solenoid or

authorized service

•Recharge c_rreplace battery.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all widng.

•Check/replace solenoidor

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

• Cuffingtoomuchgrass/too

fast.

•Throttle in =CHOKE" position.

•Build-up of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

•Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirtyoil.

•Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•Water in fuel.

•Spark plug wire loose.

PROBLEM

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Enginecontinuesto

run when operator

leaves seatwith at-

tachmentclutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower bledeswill not

rotate

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Loose/damaged part(s).

•Faulty operator-safe_"pres-

ence control system.

•Wom, bent or loose blade.

•Mower deck not level.

•Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Obstruction in clutch mecha-

nism.

•Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

CORRECTION i

•Set in •Higher Cut" posi-

tion/reduce speed.

•Adjust throttle control.

•Clean underside of mower hous-

ing.

•Clean/replece air filter.

•Check oil level/change oil.

• Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

•Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.

•Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refilltank with fresh gasoline and

replace fuel filter.

•Connect and tighten spark plug

wire.

•Clean engine air screen/fins.

•Clean/replace muffler.

•Check all wiring.

•See "ToAdjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized service

center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•"13ghtenloose part(s). Replace

damaged pads.

•Check wiring, switchesand con-

nections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized

service center/

department.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower hous-

ing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

•Remove obstruction.

•Replace mower dr'webelt.

PROBLEM

Mower blades will not

rotate (cont'd)

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

• Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

;Headlight(s) not work-

ing (if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

=,r

•Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven fire air pressure.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

•Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly installed.

•Improper blades used.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

•Switch is "OFF".

•Bulb(s) bumed out.

•Faulty lightswitch.

•Loose or damaged widng.

•Blown fuse.

•Bad battery cell(s).

•Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty alternator.

•Freewheel control in "disen-

gaged" position.

•Motion drive belt worn, dam-

aged or broken.

•Air trapped in transmission

during shipment

or servicing.

• Engine throttle control not set

at "SLOW" positionfor 30 sec-

onds before stoppingengine.

CORRECTION

•Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Place throttlecontrol in =FAST"

position.

•Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before mow-

ing.

•Level mower deck.

•Check fires for proper air pres-

sure.

•Replace/sharpen blade. "13ghten

blade bolt.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

•Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

•Turn switch =ON".

•Replace bulb(s).

•Check/replace lightswitch.

•Check wiringand connections.

•Replace fuse.

•Replace battery.

•Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

•Replace alternator.

•Place freewheel controlin

=engaged" position.

•Replace motiondrive belt.

•Purge transmission.

• Move throttle control to "SLOW"

position and allow to idle for 30

seconds before stopping

engine.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

SCHEMATIC

FUEL,

FUELSHUTOFF SOLENOID

REGULATOR __T_

_'_I.TI MCe_RPM_mJJ, TOR0e_0NNEGIEO)

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A _PECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT HEADUGHTS

CONNECTED TO THE RELAy

BA'rrERY, BUT HAVE THEIR G F C

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE, PTO SWITCH

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE _cmcurr

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS _NF C+G,B+H H S

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE c +FtB+_A+ D

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

.. WILLDIM. AS THE ENGINE IS D A

I _smo_ j c_cu. I"AXE ISPEEDEDUP,THELIGHTS _

OFF M+G+At NONE WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST

I I I I •REMOVABLENON-REMOVABLE

_-_| _*A, '+Y I _,i=,_ CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

RUN B_A1 NONE WIRING INSULATED vur_

START L+S+A1 NON= NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

r- " UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

IGNmON SWITCH

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

ELECTRICAL

26 "_

le,

I I

i/.t .........

28 --_ .......................... ;.....

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

KEY PART

NO.

NOTE:

NO. DESCRIPTION

144926 Battery

74760412 BoltHex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

7603J Tray,Battery

145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

150109 HolddownBattery Dash Mount

145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

153664 SwitchInterlockPush-In

STD551125 Washer,Lock 1/4

73350400 Nut, Jam Hex 1/4-20

161785 Harness Headlight

4152J BulbLight

4206J Cable, Battery

146149 Cable, Battery

108824X Fuse

73510400 Nut Kep_ Hex 1/4-20 UNC

4207J Cable, Ground

160784 Switch,Plunger

163968 Switch,Ign

140403 Key,IgniUon

164417 Harness Ign.

17720408 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

131563 Cover,Terminal

145673 Solenoid

122822X Ammeter

154863 Switch,PTO

164767 Harness, Engine BS/Intek VGT

109748X RelayAsm.

Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 Inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

lg 68

43_ 52

100

149

122

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 150253 Rail,Frame RH VGT 50 152728

2 140506 Drawbar,Gt 52 73680500

4 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Uric 56 154914

5 163976 Dash 58 137113

6 157882 DashAsm.,LowerVGT 60 17490620

7 17720408 Screw,Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 63 19131614

8 145166 Support,Dash 1-Pc. Battery 68 17490508

14 161023)(558 HoodAsm. 70 137159

15 160568 Lens,Asm Headlight 84 142992

16 121794X Cover,Access 86 74760716

17 17490612 Screw,Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 90 11050600

18 160564X558 GdneStaatth

19 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12Ga. 91 156586

20 74760616 Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 95 105531X

21 73680600 NUt,Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 98 140503

23 17490616 Screw,Thdro13i6-16x1"t_-Tr 99 140871

24 145243X558 Footrest.RH LT/YT/GT 95 100 124236X

28 145244X558 Footrest,LH LT/YT/GT 95 101 17490628

30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 1995 102 STD624003

31 161419 BracketSupport 1-pcVGT 103 142273

Stenflng 106 138776

32 161327 Bracket PivotChassisLh 120 19131616

33 161326 Bracket PivotChassisRh 122 161464

34 142131 Bracket, Engine Support 130 17521312

35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x 11/16x 16Ga.

36 74780512 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16÷18x 3/4 138 163975

37 163982X558 Fender 139 161330

39 136961 Bracket,AxleFront 140 163806

40 156111 Bracket, SupportAxleiEnglne 141 163805

42 72140608 Bolt, Canlage 3/8-16 x I 142 161897

43 136939 Bracket,Sposn FrontLh 144 161900

44 136940 Bracket,Spnsn FrontRh 146 161576

45 154913 BracketAsm.,SuspChasslsRh 147 162967

47 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 149 164769

DESCRIPTION

Bracket, Chassis Front

Nut, Cmwniock 5/16-18

BracketAsm., SuspChessis _.

BracketAsm., Fender

Screw'lT_roi 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Washer 13/32 x Ix 14 Ga.

Screw,Thd 5/16-18x 1/2

Guide,Belt MidSpan

Stop,Over Center Mower

Boil FinHex 7/16-14 Uncx 1

Washer,Lock ExternalToo_

3/8

Rail, Frame Lh VGT

Push Nut, Nylon

Bracket SkidChassis

Rod By Pass

Cap By Pass Rod

Screw "Thdro|3/8-16 x 1-3/4

Retainer,Spring

Lock,By Pass

Bolt 5/16-18 Type TT

Washer 13/32 x I x 16Ga.

Screw Hex Wshd. 6-18 x 7/8

Screw SltdHex Hd W/PIn

Washer

Cuphoider

Bolt Shoulder5/16-18"iT

Magnet

Stdker Plate

Bracket Dash Rh

Bracket Dash SLh

BaffleVGT

Fastner Nutpal

PinchWelt Hood

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgivenIn U.S. inche=

1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

GROUNDDRIVE

104

106

.111

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917;273041

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

2 7070E Key 1/4x2.5 70 151146

3 7563R Washer, Thrust'Axla 71 151179

5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 72 STD541431

6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 73 74490548

7 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 74 142432

9 140080 Bolt,Hub 76 140481

15 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 77 74760716

17 140921 Spring 79 72110505

20 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock1/2-20 80 140484

22 156103 ArmAsmShltt 81 17490612

23 130564 Knob 82 150586

28 STD541237 Nut 83 140479

29 140494 Brake, Rod 84 140490

30 19131616 Washer 13/32xl x 16Ga. 85 17541020

33 12000053 RingE 86 140462

34 124236X Cap, Plunger 87 140491

35 137648 Rod, ParkingBrake 88 161592

36 149412 Spring, DriveGround 89 73680700

37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 15 Ga. 90 140489

38 150035 Nyltner 91 17490644

39 74321016 Screw,Fin. #10-24 x 1 92 74760520

40 5304J Actuator,InterlockSwitch 93 140502

41 73661000 Top Lock #10-24 94 133835

42 8883R Cover, Pedal 96 141103

46 145170 Retainer, Spdng 98 141004

47 138228 ClutchRod 99 17490624

48 72110612 Bolt, Canlage 3/8-16x 1.1/2 100 126881X

Gr. 5 101 156106

50 131494 Pulley,Idler,Rat 104 140480

51 STD541437 Nut, Crownlcok 3/8-16 UNC 105 17580408

52 139123 Pulley,Idler,Grooved 106 142918

53 207J Washer,Hardened 107 154739

54 161590 Clutch,ArmAssembly 108 142917

55 105706X Bearing,Idler

56 140218 V-Belt 109 140929

58 74760724 BoltFin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2 111 156240

61 140488 Pulley,Traneaxla 112 156104

64 154752 Shaft, Clutch/BrakePedal 113 73220700

65 67609 Bolt,Shoulder 115 123405X

66 140296 Washer, Hardened 116 73900500

67 19131312 Washer, Fiat 117 73900600

68 5142H Pin, Roll - - 163198

69 123800X Washer

DESCRIPTION

ConsoleHydro Fender

Plate ConsoleShift

Nut, Crownlock5/16-18

BoltHex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr5

Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2

BracketTransaxle

BoltFin Hex 7116-14x 1

BoltCardage 5/16-16 x5/8

BracketTorque RH

Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 3/4

BracketMountTorrque/Fan

StrapTorqueMid

Spacer

Screw #10-24 x 1-1/4

Fan 7" Hydro

Adapter Fan

Pulley Idler

NutCrownlock7116-14 Unc

Keeper Bolt

Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 2-3/4

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1.25

LinkShiftAsm

Fastener Christmas Tree

Washer Nickel Plated

BracketShift

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

Washer Compression

Washer Bellvtlla

BracketIdler

Screw Tap 1/4-20 x 1/2

O-Ring Asm HydroGear 70110

Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT

Cap Asm Vent HydroGear

70109

Spdng ReturnBrake

Spacer ShiftLever VGTH

Washer Nylon HighTemp

Nut-Hex ASF 7116-14 UNC

Keeper BeltT/A Grid Dr

Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18

Nut, Lock Rg. 3/8-16

Transaxle (See Breakdown)

HydroGear 222-3010L

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 Inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

STEERING ASSEMBLY

\\'\'\'\ _i

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 159944

2 137094

36856M

4 161849

5 161848

6 6266H

7 121748)(

8 12000029

9 121232X

10 74781044

1t 136518

12 73901000

13 121749)(

14 STD551137

15 STD541537

16 145103

17 137347

18 137155

19 156011

20 163887

21 159945

22 155105

23 152927

25 74780616

26 159946

27 3366R

28 17490612

29 104239X

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 74760512

35 138059

36 137156

37 73360600

38 109850X

39 73700600

40 109851X

41 155246

42 17490508

44 160135

45 19132411

DESCRIPTION

Wheel, Steering

AxleAsm., Front

Fitting,Grease

SpindleAsm, LH

SpindleAsm., RH

Bearing,Race Thrust Harden

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

Ring, Flip #T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

Boll Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

Spacer BearingAxle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Uric

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

Washer, Lock Hvy Hid Spr 3/8

Nut, LockCenter 3/8-24 UNF

ShaftAsm., Steering

Rod Asm., Tie BallJ Ball Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40

Draglink,BallJointSolid Vgt

Support Asrn.,Steedng Vgt

Boot, Steedng

Adapter,Wheel Steering

Bushing,Strg.BIk

Screw

Bolt, FinHex 3/8-16 x I Gr.5

Cap, Wheel Steering

Beanng, Col. Strg.

Screw,Thrdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing,Range

Ring, FlipTruarc #5304-75

Bushing,NylinerSnap

Washer 11/32x I x 10 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Bolt, Hex lid 5/16-18 x 3/4

Gear, SectorSteering

"13eRod

Jam Nut RH Thread

JointAsm. BallRH Thread

Jam Nut LH Thread

JointAsm. Ball LH Thread

BracketSwitch InterlockVGT 97

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

Extensk_n, Steerinc3

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11Ga.

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

18 15 17

16 2 39

32 29

ISPARK ARRESTER KIT J

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 .......

2 161062

5 13200300

7 151396

8 121361X

9 150828

10 105432X

11 140923

12 143996

15 151346

16 109227X

17 1{_)82X

18 161493

19 13290300

20 164067

21 17521312

22 164068

24 STD551237

25 73920600

26 3645J

27 139277

28 7834R

29 132920

32 17490508

33 STD551437

35 10040500

37 123487X

38 74780624

39 17490636

40 17490664

41 126197X

42 STD551143

43 150280

45 128861

47 142040

48 19132007

49 71070512

51 161064

54 19131414

55 13280336

65 19131614

69 273485

74 162295

75 163776

76 17490612

79 71070512

DESCRIPTION

Engine (See Breakdown) B &S 407777-0122-E1

MufflerSide 1-1/8"

Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 -18 NPT

MufflerAsm Guard

Pulley V-Idler

Belt Engine KeeperAsm VGT 96

Bushing

ClutchElectric

Pulley EngineVGT ElectClutch

Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96

Pad Spacer

Cap Fuel 5-1/2" Vented Cov.

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

ControlThrottle

Screw SLTD Hex Hd w/Pin Washer

ControlChoke

LockwasherExtTeeth 3/8

NutKeps 3/8 - 24 UNF

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel

Fuel Line

SparkAttester Kit

Screw Thdrel 5/16-18 x 1/2

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

Washer Lock Hvy HLCL 5/16

Clamp Hose

Belt Fin Hex 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/2

Screw'l-l" 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Unc

Screw'lT 3/6-16 x 4

Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X .250

Washer Lock7/16

Belt Hex 7/16 -20 X 4-1/4 Ga 5

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

SpacerEn_ne

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga.

Screw Hex Hd Cap. 5/16-18 x 3/4

ManifoldPipeVGT

Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Nipple Pipe4-1/2

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Gasket Muffler

Bbow Street Brass

ShieldHeat Intek

Screw Thdrol3/8-16 x 3/4

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

140124 Seat 13 121248X

140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 14 72050412

140675 Strap, Fender 15 121249X

127018X Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x.62 16 123740X

145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 17 123976X

STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16Uoc 18 19171912

124181X Spdng, Seat Cprsn 19 120068X

150176 Bolt 5/16-18Uncx3/4w/Sems 20 124238X

155925 Pan, Seat 21 153236

121246X Bracket, MountingSwitch 22 STD541431

DESCRIPTION

Bushing,Snap

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20X 1-1/2

Spacer,Split

Spring,Cprsn

Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5

Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

Knob, Seat lf2-13 Uric

Cap, SpringSeat

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

Nut, Crownlock 5,'16-18 Une

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

Z)ECALS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

KEY PART

_IO. NO.

1 164094

3 163916

4 163917

5140837

6 133644

9163204

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146780

13 163257

14 160397

16 163230

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash

Decal, Hood, Craftsman. RH

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH

Decal, Brake ParkingSaddle

Decal, Maintenance

Decal, Fender.Craftsman

Decal, Fender,Danger

Decal, Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-Belt DriveSchematic

Decal, Dash Phi

Decal, V-BeltSchematic

Decal, Fender Auto

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

17 273852 Decal, Engine

18 164065 Decal, InsertStrg

19 138047 Decal, Battery

20 149516 Decal, Bettery

22 142342 Decal, DmwbarCNTRL

23 106202X Reflector,Taillight

24 163203 Decal, Mower F-Z

-- 138311 Decal, Handle LFT HeightAdj.

(LiftHandle)

- - 157199 Pad Footrest

- - 164812 Manual, OwneCs(Eng)

- - 164813 Manual, OwneCs(Span)

NHEELS & TIRES

7410

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap, Valve,Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106228X427 RimAssembly,Front

4 8134H Tube, Front(Sen_ce Item Only)

5 106230X Tire, Front

6 278H F_ng, Grease

7 9040H Beadng, Flange (FrontWheel

Only)

8 104757X HubCap, Axle

9 105588X "nreRear

10 7154J Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

11 106277X427 RimAssembly,Rear

12 6856M Fdting, Grease

- - 144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: AII._ dimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

UFT ASSEMBLY

20 19 18 15

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X RndAsm., Lever

2159187 SheltAsm., Uft Vgt

3 159189 LeverAsm., Lift Rh

4 12000022 E-RingTruarc#5133-87

5 19292016 Washer 29/32x1-1/4x16Ga.

6 74780624 Bolt,FinHex 3/8-16x1-1/2

7 125631X Gdp, Handle Fluted

8 122365X Button,Plunger

9 122364X Plunger,Button

10 2876H Spdng 2-1/8"

11 146704 Unk Uft

•12 163552 Retainer,Spring

13 139868 Arm, SuspensionVgt

14 140302 Beadng

15 STD541437 Nut, Crownleck 3/8-16 Unc

16 674A247 Spdng Asm., AssistUft

17 STD541237 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uric

18 143363 Bracket, Spring Assist

19 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

20 5328J Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist

21 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

22 127218 Unk, Front

23 STD624008 Retainer, Spdng

24 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric

25 130171 Trunnion

26 73680800 NUt,Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc

29 150233 Trunnion, Infin Height

30 110807X NUt,Special

31 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16Ga.

32 137150 Spdng,Compression Inf Hgt

33 STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32xl/2

34 137167 Red, AdjLift

35 138057 Knob, lnf 3/8-16Unc

38 155097 Pointer,HeightIndicator

39 123935X Plug, Hole

40 17490512 Screw Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x 3/4

41 73540600 NUt,Crownlock 3/8-24

42 19112410 Washer 11i32x1-1/2xlOGa.

43 123934X Scale, Indicator Height

70 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

72 110452X Nut Push Phes & Oil

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

MOWER DECK

49 41

45\

116 117

118

21 22

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 164210 DeckAsm., Mower 46" 37 131494

3 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 38 156086

5 STD624008 RetainerSpdng 39 144917

6 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway 40 137273

Bar)

8 850857 Bolt,Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 41 17490620

Gr. 8

9 STD551137 Washer, LockHvy., Unplated 42 122052X

3/8 43 144949

10 140296 Washer, Hard Blade,Mower 44 133943

Vented 45 145059

11 163819 Blade, 46" Mower Deck 46 137729

12 129895 Beadng, Ball, Mandrel #6204 47 144959

13 137553 ShaftAsm. w/Lower Bearing 48 139573

(IncludesKay No. 12) 49 STD541437

14 137152 Housing,Mandrel 50 72110612

15 110485X Bearing,Ball, Mandrel

16 140329 Stripper,MowerRound 51 153390

18 72140505 Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 52 156493

19 132827 Bolt,Hex Head, Shoulder 72 19131616

5/16-18 101 145579

20 145055 Baffle, VortexMower46" 102 71161010

21 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 103 STD551110

22 134753 Stiffiner,Bracket 104 19061216

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 105 160793

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 106 2029J

25 149287 Spdng,Torsion,Deflector 116 137644

26 110452X Nut, Push 117 133957

27 157788 Shield, DeflectorMower 118 73930600

28 19111016 Washer 11/82x5/8x16Ga. 119 19121414

29 131491 Rod,Hinge 128 144948

30 157722 ScrewThdrolWasher Head 127 146763

31 129963 Washer,Spacer Mower

Vented - - 143651

32 153531 Pulley,Mandrel

33 137266 Nut' FIg.Top LockCntr. 9/16

34 144945 Anchor,SpringDeck 46" -- 164821

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

Tytt

36 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x16

Ga.

DESCRIPTION

Pulley,Idler,Flat

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Pulley,Idler,Driven

Spring, Secondary44/46/50

Vent

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

Tytt

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, Idler Secondary

Washer, Hardened

Cover,Mandrel Deck

Screw,Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8

V-BalLMower, Secondary

V-BelL Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlnck 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

Gr. 5

Washer Felt

Pulley,Idler Rat 46 Pri Drive

Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Gao

Cover,Mulching

Screw

Washer, Lock #10

Washer

LatchAsm. Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC

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

Arm, Idler,Primary Deck46*

Pulley,Idler,V-Groove Dim.

4.25

Mandrel Asm 44"/50" Service

(Includes Key Nos. 6-10, 12-

15, 31 and 33)

Deck Complete (Std. Deck-

Order separataly mulcher

plate and gauge wheel corn-

ix)cents Kay Nos. 101-106

and 116-118)

NOTE; Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 164591 Assembly,Housing,LH 72 153767

2 164592 Assembly,Housing, RH 73 142904

7 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 74 142905

16 142876 BrakeShaftAssembly 76 142907

20 142877 Axle MountingHorn Assembly 77 142908

21 142878 Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x .08 78 142909

22 142879 Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09 79 153768

33 142929 BrakeYokeAssembly 81 142910

35 142880 BrakeArm 82 142911

36 142882 PuckPlate 89 142912

37 142883 Brake Puck 91 153769

38 142884 Washer 7/8OoD.x7/16x.060 95 142914

39 142885 Nut, Castle 5/16-24 96 153770

40 142886 CotterPin 103 142916

41 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 104 142917

42 142888 Hi Pro Key 106 142918

43 142889 Spacer 108 142919

45 142890 Brake Disc 109 142920

46 142891 Bolt 1/4-20x1-1/2 110 142921

47 142892 Bolt 1/4-20 xI 111 150820

49 153766 DifferentialAssembly 112 150823

63 142894 Dowel Pin 113 150821

64 150818 ReductionGear, 117 150u22

14 Teethto 38 Teeth t23 150824

65 142897 Final DrivePinionAssembly 124 150825

67 142898 Jackshaft 129 153771

68 142899 O-Ring

69 142900 Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32 NOTE:

70 142901 Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2

71 142902 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3.5

DESCRIPTION

Lockout,Hex 5/16-18

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x1-!/2

Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1

ShoulderBolt

FreewheelActua_ngArm

Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25

Grease (10 oz. Tube)

Bolt,Hex 5/16-18 x 1o3/4

Bolt 5/16-18 x 4-1/2

Filter,SpinOn

Pump,BDU-10L-122

Plug,StraightThread

60i7/18 SAE x 5/16 Fitting

Washer

Vent Cap Assembly

F'_ng O-Ring Assembly

ControlArm

Set Screw

Filter Head

Hose 1/2"

Fitting,1/2"Beaded 90i 7/8 SAE

Fitting, 1/2"Beaded 60 i9/16

Fitting, 112"Beaded 90 i 9/16

O Ring

PinchClamp

Spring,Long

All componentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

TRANSAXLE -PUMP -MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144569 Shaft, Pump

2 122716X Ring,Retaining

3 122745X Bearing,Ball

4 122715X Spacer

5 122700X Seal, lip

6 122699X Ring, Retaining

8122767X Bearing,CFadlo

12 122717X Seal, lip

13 122748X Arm,Trunnion

14 122749X Guide, Slot

15 144571 HousingKit,Transmission

17 122770X Beadng,Thrust,Ball

19 153801 Center SectlenKit

21 122722X Seal, Up

22 144573 Shaft,Motor

23 142978 Washer,BlockThrust

25 127148X Swashplate, Variable

32 142938 Block_embly

37 122786X Pin, Stainless,Headless

38 122718X Gasket, Center Section

42 144578 Check Valve Kit

43 144578 Check ValveKit

44 144579 Charge ReliefKit

47 122752X Screw,Socket Head, Cap

53 127153X BypassValve Kit

60 142977 BlockSpring

62 144581 O-Ring

63 144582 Charge Pump Kit

64 144583 GerotorAssembly

67 144584 Screw, SocketHead, Cap

- - 153769 PumpAssembly,Complete

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1

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258

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222 265_

351 8

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445

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188

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

BRIGGS & STRAI"I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1

4.977 CARBUFI_'TOR GASKET 811_1"[

116_ 116A_;' 633 B

e121 CARBURETOR KIT

51 _117f

102 _ljljljljljljljljlL_j119| _r'_'i

116 03,,_50 967@

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TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

BRIGGS & STRAI"rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. OESCRIFq'K)N NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

- 1 499584 CyfmderAssen'foly 116A 690988 "4 (_FuelTmnderTube

2 499585 Bushing,Cylinder t16B 690589 "SeaI, O-R_ng(Oil PumpCover)

3 690926 *Seet, Og 11_C: 691031 *Seal, O-Ring(_)

4690069 Sump, Er_ne 116D 691032 * SeaJ,_(OaRIITube)

5 499587 Head, CytinderNo. 1 117 690232 ¥Jet, Main (Standam_

5A 4gg595 Head, CylinderNo.2 119 690990 ¥Screw, PhUF_s

6 690097 Washer,Flat 119A 690991 Screw, PhBips

7 6g0952 "Gasket, CyUnderHead 119B 690992 Scraw,Phglips

8 499601 BreatherAssembly 119C 690720 Screw,

9 6.90937 • Gasket, Breather 121 499811 CarburetorOved'mulK]t

10 691003 Screw,Hex 122 690952 Spacer, Carburetor

11 690942 Tube, Breather 125 499804 Carburetor

12 690945 " Gasket, Crankcase 130 6909_3 VaNe, ThroWe

13 690360 Sc_ew,CylinderHead (3-9/16") 131 499805 Shaft,Thmffie

15 690946 Plug, Oil Drain 133 499806 Float,Carburetor

16 691046 Crankshaft 135 499803 Tube, FuelTransfer

20 690947 " Seal, Oil 137 690994 "4 Gasket,Float BovA

22 690308 Screw, Crankcase Cover 141 499607 Shaft,Choke

23 691053 _142 499808 ¥Nozzle, Carburetor

24 690974 Key,Flywheel 146 94388 Key,'[imb_J

25 499588 PistonAssembly(Std.) 150 281767 "4 Gasket, Nozzle

499589 PistonAssembly (.010" O.S.) 160 690996 Retainer,Sok_oid

499590 Pisto_Assembly(.020"O.S.) 163 691001 "Ga.sket,AkCleaner

499591 Piston_(.03)" O.S.) 176 691033 Scraw, T-30

26 499604 RingSet, Piston(Std.) 187 691050 Line, Fuel

499505 RingSet, Piston(.010" O.S.) (CutTo Required_)

499606 RingSet, Piston(.020" O.S.) 187A 691049 Line, Fuel

499607 F_ngSet, Piston(.030' O.S.) 188 691058 Screw,Hex

27 690975 Lock, PistonPin 190 690953 Screw, Ton(Hex

28 499582 PinAssembly,Piston 192 690083 Adjuster,Rocke_rAnn

29 499583 RodAssembly,Connec_g 195 6S0954 Nipp_,OCR_er

32 690976 Screw,ConnestingRod 209 690018 ,_ Governor

33 499596 Valve, Exhaust 211 690019 Spdng,Governedldle

34 499597 Valve,Intake 212 691020 Link,_

35 690963 Spring,Valve 213 691021 Bracket,Choke_

40 690964 Retainer,Valve 216 691022 L_ Choke

42 499586 Keeper Valve 219 394348 Gear, Governor

45 690977 Tappet, Valve 220 690412 Washer,Thrust

46 690978 Gear, cam 222 691023 Plate, GovemorCo_bol

50 690948 Manifold,Intake 227 691048 Leve_Asseff_y, Governor

51 690949 _Gasket,carb.MountJng RPMSetl_gs: Low:1750-1950

51A 690950 "_ Gasket, Intake Manifold H'_jh:3200-3400

53 690951 Stud,Cafo.

73 691055 Screen, Rotating Includedin Gasket Set, Part Number 499889

75 691056 Washer, Spring ¥ Includedin Carburetor Lit, Part Ntn'N_t'499811

78 691057 Screw,Ton( IncludedinCarburetor Gasket Set, Part

87 690657 " Seal, GovernorShaft Number

89 690_38 Plug, Oil 4998.°0

95 690718 Screw, Slotted Includedin Valve Oved'laulGaskst Set, Part

98 499802 Screw, Idle Speed Number495690

lO_ 6s0234 "v _Prate

104 690984 ¥PIn, Roatl-linge NOTE: AIIcomponent_Imemlonsgi_ninU.S.lnches

105 690885 ¥Valve, Needle 1 inch= 25,4 mm

los _ _ Choke

110 691281 Washer

116 690987 "¥ O._,Solenoid_

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

240 691035

252 69G956

- 256 690957

258 691003

265 691024

277 691029

304 691004

305 691005

309 691262

310 691263

311 691264

332 690059

333 691060

334 691061

337 691043

351 691044

355 690997

358 49_89

363 691062

383 690966

387 691034

445 691007

467 691008

474 691063

482 691183

510 497606

523 691036

525 691037

544

552 690552

552A 690553

556 690967

562 690311

573 691009

592 690958

592A 691029

601 691038

615 680328

615A 690317

615B 691265

618 691045

633 690998

634 690442

635 691210

668 691215

703 690010

718 690959

726 49£612

728 690372

741 690980

783 691280

788 691039

789 691220

801 69-1283

802 691286

Filler, Fuel 803 Housing,Starter

Element, Breather (Servicewith499529 Starter

Retainer. Element Motor)

Screw, Hex 823 690960 Screw,Hex

Clamp. Casing 847 499602 DipstickiTubeAssembly

Nut, Hex 851 691234 Terminal,Ignition Cable

Housing, Blower 855 691011 Adapter,Air

Screw, Hex 865 691012 Cover,Air Guide

Motor,Starter 865A 691013 Cover, Air Guide

Screw, Hex 865B 691015 Cover, Air Guide

Brash Set 868 690968 *- Seal, Valve

Nut, Flywheel 871 690969 Bushing,Guide

Armature,Magneto 878 691237 Wire.Aitemetor

Screw,Armature Mounting 881 690999 Plate, Cover

Spark Plug 883 690970 "- Gasket, Exhaust

Screw,Hax 918 691040 Hose,Vacuum

Washer, Seal 947 499809 Solenoid.Fuel

Gasket Set 965 499613 Cover, Oil Pump

Flywheel.Puller 967 691016 Filter,Pre-Cleaner

Wrench, Spark Plug 968 499788 Cover, Air Cleaner

Pump, Fuel 975 499810 Bowl.Float

Cartridge,Air Cleaner 977 499812 Gasket Set, Cad0uretor

Nut, AirCleaner 987 691000 _ Seal, Throftle Shaft

Alternator 1005 691243 Fan, Flywheel

Screw,Hex 1006 691247 Retainer.Fan

Drive, Starter 1017 690770 Screen,Oil Pump

Dipstick,Oil 1019 690103 LabetKit

Tube, Oil Fill 1022 690971 "- Gasket, RockerCover

Armature,Starter 1023 499599 Cover, Rocker(Cyl. No. 1)

(service with 499529 Starter 1023A 499600 Cover, Rocker(CyL No.2)

Motor) 1024 499054 Pump, Oil

Bushing.GovemorCrank 1026 690981 Rod, Push (Steel)

Bushing,GovemorCrenk 1026A 680982 Rod, Push (Aiuminum)

Screw,Hex 1027 690041 Filler, Oil

Bolt.Cardage 1029 690972 Arm, Rocker

Plate. Black 1033 499890 Valve Overhaul Kit

Nut, Hex 1035 691042 Shaft,Oil Pump

Nut. Hex 1036 499783 LabelKit, Emission

Clamp, Fuel line 1058 273694 Owner's Manual

Retainer, Govemor 1090 691293 Retainer,Brush

Retainer, Governor 1100 690973 Pivot, RockerArm

Retainer 2500 407777,0027 ReplacementEngine

Crank, Governor 2500 I_ I_1 Short Block

Seal, Choke Shaft RPM Settings: Low: 1750-1950

Washer, Flat High:3200-3400

Boot. Spark Plug

Spacer Includedin Gasket Set, Part Number499889

Clip, Hose ¥IncludedinCarburetorLit, Part Number 499811

Dowel, Sleeve IncludedinCafouretorGasket Set, Part

Gear, Ring Number

Screw,Torx" 499890

Gear, "Rming Included inValve Overhaul Gasket Set, Part

Gear, Starter Number499890

Bmsket, Pump

Hameas, Wiring NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

Cap, Drive 1 inch=25.4 mm

Cap, End

Forthe repairor replacementpartsyouneed

delivereddirectlyto yourhome

Call7 am- 7pm, 7days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Pare ordenar piezas con entrega a

domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7274)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a

domicilio - 1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and

Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

mmmmmm

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information:

• Product Type •Part Number

•Model Number -Part Description

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