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Owner's

Manual

£RI:IFTSMI
20.0 HP

ELECTRIC STAi:_
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRAL 34:I
Model No.
917.273042

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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Une
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

Maintanance ......................................... 19
Service and Adjustments ...................... 23
Storage ................................................. 31
Troubleshooting.................................... 32
Repair Parts ......................................... 36
Parts Ordedng ....................... Beck Cover

Warranty ................................................. 2
Safety Rules ........................................... 2
Product Specifications ........... ,............... 5
/_sembly,_: ........... _................................ 8
Oj:_ration .............................................. 12
M'a'lntenanceSchedule ......................... 19

LIMITED

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

ON CRAFTSMAN

RIDING

EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of pumhase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubdcatod and tuned up according 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 worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.
• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thoms, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident 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 equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery 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 pumhase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty sew'me will still be available 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 instructions 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 sine the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do
not operate the mower without either
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.
• Slow down before tuming.
• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
2

• Tum off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
SLOPE

• Do nottry to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.

CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert tO the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another

OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to lossof-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:

responsible adult.
• Be alert and tum machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.

• 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

• Use extra care when approaching blind
comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.

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-

SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed

dations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These can change
the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
DO NOT:

area.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.

• 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 suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
• Do._t mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
3

• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine running.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and detedoraUon,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not
across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.

,ALook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-

_WARNING:
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

TY IS iNVOLVED.

_CAUTION:
In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GASOLINE
CAPACITY
AND TYPE:
)ILTYPE
_,PI-SF/SG/SH):

MAINTENANCE
AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest
Sears store for details.

3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR
SAE 3O
(above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30

CUSTOMER

(below 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY:

SPARK PLUG:
GAP: .030")

W/FILTER:
3.5 PINTS
W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS
Champion RC12YC

ALVE CLEARANCE:

INTAKE: .004-.006
EXHAUST:

.004-.006

GROUND SPEED

FORWARD:

(MPH):
TIRE PRESSURE:

REVERSE:
2.1
FRONT: 14 PSI
REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING
SYSTEM:

5.8

16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY:

AMP/HR:
30
MIN. CCA: 240
CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT
TORQUE:

27-35 FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase
of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been
designed, engineered and manufactured
to give you the best possible dependability
and performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact your
nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions under =Maintenance" and =Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_,WARNING:
This tractor is equipped
with an intemal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working
order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands. A spark
arrester for the muffler is available through
your nearest Sears Authorized Service
Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of
this manual).

PARTS BAG CONTENTS
•

SHOWN FULL SIZE

(1) Shoulder Bolt
5/16-18

(1) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob

#10 x 5/8
(2) Screws

(3) Retainer Springs
(Double Loop)

(4) Retainer Springs

(2) Weld Nuts ,-. (2) Lock
#1_

i .

Washers
#1o

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

_,..,

Parts packet separately in carton

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(2) Washers 3/8

(2) Shoulder
Bolts

x 718 x 14 Ga.

Seat
Video
Cassette

(2) Centerlock
(2) Keys

Nuts

r''1%
Mulcher
Plate

F
\

Steering Wheel

(_
_

"_
/

t"'--_

--...__

_
z_(2)

(2) Gauge
Wheels

(2)Latch Hook
Assemblies

FrontLinkAseemblie
s

Steering
Wheel Insert

Steering

Slope Sheet

Parts Bag

Sleeve

Manual
SteeringSleeve
Extension

Yournewtractorhasbeen assembledat the factorywith exceptionof those partsleft
unassembledfor shippingpurposes.Toensuresafeand properoperationofyour tractor
all partsand hardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe corr,ecttools
as necessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthe vieeo cassetteoeloreyou oegin.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY

I l *een0

- A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.

Wheel Insert

__._ Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 3/4" Socket w/
(1) 1/2" wrench
drive ratchet
(1) Utility knife
(1) Phillips Screw(1)Pliers
driver
(1) Tire pressure gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

Steering
Steering
Wheel

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
CARTON

Steering _
Sleeve
Extension

UNPACK CARTON
• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from shipping carton (See
page 6).
• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on
all four 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
SKID
ATTACH STEERING

TRACTOR

Large Flat
Washer

Wheel
Adapter
Tabs
I

%\**

Shaft

Steering
Sleeve

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that maypuncture tires
where tractor is to roll offskid.

OFF

WHEEL

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and
function of controls)

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large
fiat washer from steering shaft.
• Position front wheels of the tractor so
they are pointing straight forward.
• Slide the steering sleeve over the steerJn_ 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 hex bolt, lock washer and large flat
washer previously removed. Tighten
securely.
• Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and g_ill.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment 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
• Lifthoodto raisedposition

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page
5 of this manual.

• If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label (label
located between terminals) charge bat
tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY'
in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging instructions).
.o't.'I

CHECK

BRAKE

SYSTEM

After you leam how to operate your tractor,
check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
Seat

* ..

Seat Pan

=I
INSTALL

Shoulder
Bolt

SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.

Flat Washer

• 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.

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-

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is
roached 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
securelv.

charge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT:Checkbeltfor properrouting in all mowerpulleygrooves. Install
belt into electricclutchpulleygroove.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack,
et under left footrest and retain with
double loop retainer spring.
• Tum height adjustment knob clockwise
to remove slack from mower suspension.

• Install one front link in top hole of the
right hand front mower bracket and d_ht
hand front suspension bracket. Retain
with two single loop retainer springa as
shown.
-. Install second front link in left hand
front suspension
bracket only and
retain with single loop retainer spring as
shown.
• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise 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.

• Raise mower to highest position.
Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO
ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the
Operation section of this manual).
CHECK

MOWER

CHECK FOR PROPER
ALL BELTS

BoR

Chassis
Bracket

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate
using screw, washer, lock washer, and
weld nut as shown.

Double Loop
Retainer Spdng
(Inward pointing

-'root
Suspension

Front Mower

_eckpins)

Loop
Retainer Springs

Gauge
Wheel
3/8 Washer

POSITION

See the figures that are shown for replacing 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

Suspension
Arms

Shoulder

LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be
properly leveled. See =TO LEVEL
MOWER HOUSING
in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.

3/8-16
Center
Locknut

Use Pliers for
Retainer Springs

Double Loop
Retainer Sp_ng

Idler
Pulley

Discharge Guard

NOTE: Pre-assembleweld nutto latch
hookby insertingweld nut fromthe top
with hookpointingdown.

CHECKLIST
Please review the following checklist:
,/ All assembly instructions have been
completed.
/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
/ Battery is properly prepared and
charged.
(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear
for best cutting
results. (Tires 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 propedy
clamped.
4' Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel
control is in drive position.
While learning how to use your tractor,
pay extra attention to the following important items:

• Tighten hardware securely.
• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright 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
DISCHARGING

TO BAGGING

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

•/ Engine oil is at proper level.
•/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.
,/Become
familiar with all controls - their

Hook Points
Lock
Washer

Latch
Hook

Weld
Nut

location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
,/It is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO
START ENGINE" and =PURGE TRANS-

Nut
Latch
Lock
Washer
Mulcher
Plate

_=-----Screw

MISSION" in the Operation section of
this manual).

Deflector
Shield

Latch

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the product.
Learnandunderstandtheir meaning.

BATTERY

CAUTION OR
WARNING

REVERSE

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

N
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

ATTACHMENT
IGNmON

FORWARD

FAST

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

HIGH

LOW

KEEP AREA CLEAR

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

SLOW

UNLOCKED

MOWER LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL
(AutomaticModelsone/)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOUR
TRACTOR
Comparethe illustrationswith yourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof
variouscontrolsandadjustments.Savethis manualfor future reference.
Ignition
Switch

Ught Switch
Position

Attachment
Clutch Switch,

Throttle Control

Lift Lever
Plunger
Clutch/Brake

Lift Lever

Choke
Control
- Parking Brake

Control
Lever

Height
Adjustment
Knob
Free Wheel

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American
National Standards Institute.
I

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH

SWITCH:

Used

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,

to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
LIGHT SWITCH: Tums the headlights on
and off.
THROTTLE
CONTROL: Used to control
engine speed.
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL: Used for
declutching and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
CHOKE CONTROL:
Used when starting a
cold engine.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
KNOB: Used to
adjust the mower cutting height.
IGNIT4ON SWITCH: Used for starting and
stopping the engine.
13

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses
or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or
repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or standard safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch. When engine is
running, any attempt by the operator to
leave the seat without 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 =ENGAGED" position and release pressure
from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should
remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure
parking brake will hold tractor secure.
Throttle Push-lnto
AttachmentClutch
Control

"Disengaged"

Switch Pull Out To
"Engage_

Clutc_e

=ni_,=._=n,=rr" 'Parking Brake

Pedal=Drive.
Posilion

p_(_,_._i'o_
_''" "Engaged"
Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades, move attachmerit clutchswitch "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 • Mov-th_hrottle control to slow Position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to
slow position and allowing engine to idle
before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire'.
• Tum ignitionkey 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 ignitionswitch
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 running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning"of grass. To eliminate
this possibility,always stop engine when
stoppingtractor on grass areas.
_, CAUTION.'- Always stop tractor completely, 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 throttle reduces the battery charging rate.
• Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.
CHOKE CONTROL
Use choke control whenever you are starting 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

padS.
• Slowly move motion control lever to
desired position.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
The cutting height is controlled by tuming the height adjustment
knob in
desired direction.
•Tum
lamb clockwise (C,) to raise cutting
height.
• lum knob counterclockwise (0) to
14
lower cuffing heighL

The cuttingheightrangeis approximately
1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights are
approximate and may vary depending
upon soil conditions, height of grass and
types of grass being mowed.
• The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2.112 inches during the
cool season and to over 3 inches during
hot months. For healthier and better
looking lawns, mow often and after
moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS
Gauge wheels are property 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 conditions.
• 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 position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground.
Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole
with shoulder belt, 3/8 washer, and 3/816 Iocknut and tighten securely.
• Repeat for opposite side installing
gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.
• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen,_gA e attachment clutch control.
UTION: 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 drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do
not drive across any slope. Use the slope
guide provided at the back of this manual.
• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
clutch/brake pedal quicldy to brake posif stoppingis
absolutely
push
tion
and engage
parking necessary,
brake.
Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position.
IMPORTANT: The motion control lever
does not retum to neutral (N) position
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

parking
and clutch/brake
pedal.
o restartbrake
movement,
slowly release
Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.
• Make all tums slowly.
i

Attachment Lift Lever
High Position

Attachment Clutch
Switch Pull Out To

=Engage"

Low

,..._Positlon
/:/Discharge
3'\ Guard

Push In_ To

_'_

=Disengage"

Mounting ,_
Bracket

"-_;)=

TO TRANSPORT
3/8-16
Lockout

Shoulder Bolt

3/8 Washer
TO OPERATE

Gauge Wheel

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-_vill shut off the engine.
• Select desired height of cut.
• Lower mower with attachment lift control.

When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in freewheeling
position. Freewheel control is located at the
rear drawbar of tractor.
• Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
• Remove retainer spring from freewheel
control rod.
• Push control rod in to disengage transmission and reinsert retainer spring into
control rod hole now on back side of the
bracket.
Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse
above procedure.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage
when transporting your tractor on a truck
or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,
etc.).

TOWING CARTS
ATTACHMENTS

IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
,_dNAweather starting.
RNING: Expedence indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let
it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See
Storage Instructions for additional
information. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
_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

AND OTHER

Tow only the attachments that are recommendedby and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use
common sense when towing. Too heavy of
a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.
Tires can lose traction with the ground and
cause you to lose control of your tractor.
BEFORE
STARTING
THE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

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

ENGINE

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-

• 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/dipstick; 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. Be_moveand read oil level. If necessary, add oil until =FULL" mark on
dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.
• For cold weather operationyou should
change oil for easier starting (See "OIL
VISCOSITY CHART* in the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the
Maintenance section in this manual.
ADD

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 ignitionand tum key
clockwise to =STAR'F position and
release key as soon as engine starts.
Do not run starter continuouslyfor more
than fifteen seconds per minute. If the
engine does not start after several
attempts, push choke control in, walt a
few minutes and try again. If engine still
does not start, pull the choke control out
and retry.

GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will
increase carbofl and lead oxide
de_
and reduce valve life). Do not
mix oil with ge_oline. Purchase fuel in
quantiti_._ that can be used within 30
days to _sure fuel freshness.
16

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 slightly 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 described above.
COLD WEATHER
BELOW)

STARTING

PURGE

ACAUTION:

TRANSMISSION

Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is
running.
To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor
for the first time. This procedure will
remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during
shippingof your tractor.
IMPORTANT:
Should our transmission
require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor.
• Place tractor safely on level surface with
engine off and parking brake set.
• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling
position
(See "TO TRANSPORT"
in this section
of manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion
control lever in neutral (N) position,
slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.
• 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.

(50 ° FAND

• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins to run
smoothly. Continue to push the choke
control in small steps allowing the
engine to accept small changes in
speed and load, until the choke control
is fully in. If the engine starts to run
roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue
to push the control in slowly. This may
require an engine warm-up period from
several seconds to several minutes,
depending on the temperature.
AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION

WARM-UP

NOTE: During this procedure there will be
no movement of drive wheels. The air is
being removed from hydraulic drive system.

• 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-

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position. Shut off engine and set parking
brake.
• Engage transmission by placing freewhee/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 throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With
motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake
pedal.
• Slowly move motion control lever forward; after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion
control lever to reverse position. After
the tractor moves approximately five (5)
feet return the motion control lever to
the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever
three (3) times.
• Your tractor is now purged and now
ready for normal operation.

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: A high altitude (above 3000 feet)
or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the
carburetor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine performance.
See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR"
in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

MOWING TIPS

MULCHING

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
• The left hand side of mower should be
used for trimming.
,; Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has been cut. Have
the cut area to the right of the tractor.
This will result in a more even distribu-

•

TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean after each use.
• The special mulching blade will recut
the grass clippings many times and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into the
grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.
• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action. The
best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried and the newly cut area will not be
exposed to the direct sun.
• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off
only the top one-third of the grass
blades. For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut on each pass
and mow slowly.
• Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow across or 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.

mower housing is attached to tractor.
• Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance.
See =TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

•

MOWING

tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.
When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow
in the opposite direction making left
hand turnS until finished.
If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried 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 undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.
Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing
performance and proper discharge of
material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the
mower 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 attachm_LnLbeing used.

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

REGULARSERVICE

ERV IC E DATES

.,_",_-',t_"_-"._'_'_'/_4_'_t"_"_"",_"S

Check Brake Operation

CheckTire Prassura

_k_'

Check Operator Presence and

=ntedock
Systems

V f

Checkfor Loose
F_oners

I/,

T LubdcaUon
Chart
0

CheckBatteryLevel

ckJon Battery and Terminals

Check Traneaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Q_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

I_s

Check Engine Oil Level

li_

il_

Change Engine Oil

I_,a

E c_aon
CleanAirRlter
N
Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
N

91_

Replace
Oil Filter
(ff equipped)
clean
Engine
Cooling
Rns

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

1_2

Replace Fuel Filter
1234-

ll_

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Service morooftenwhen operafi_ i_ dley or duslyco_<:=loes.
6 - N_ raqu_,d R =quipp_ with malntmonce-lreeI_tory.
If equlpFodwllhoa filter,¢ha,_e oil eve*y50 hours.
7 - T_ht _ from=xle ift_otbel Io 34;It-be. maodmum.
Replace biedesmorne4t_ ,,_m mowingIn sandy soil
Do nol ovodighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover
abuse
or negligence.
receive to
full
value
items that
have been To
subjected
operator
from the warranty, operator must maintain
tractor as instructed in this manual. Some
adjustments will need to be made pedodically to properly maintain your tractor.

eTie Rod Ball Joints
eSpindle _N_
_
eFmnt_
_
Wheel
-=U_JI
"t
Bearing
-A _
Zerk ._
_

All adjustn_ents in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should

eSteedng_l
Sector - _

_
I _

checked
at least
once each
season.
•be Once
a year
you should
replace
the

Gear Teeth _

_--_,S
_
r-W
_ L-_1,,,_
J _1
I

pindle Zerk
eFront
Wheel
Bearing
Zerk

_-_

.
_P_ngme

check blades and belts for wear. A new
spark
clean
air filterair
assure
spark plug
plug, and
clean
or replace
filter, and
[_t
_ _i
_
pro.per air-fuel mixture and help your
engine run better and last longer.
OSpray Silicone lubriant (Move Boots to Lubdcate)
BEFORE
EACH USE
eGeneral Purpose Grease
• Check engine oil level.
@Refer to Customer Responsibilities"ENGINE"
• Check brake operation.
Section

Check operator presence and intedock
Check
tire
sysjg_!_s
forpressure.
proper operation,
Check for loose fasteners,

which have special nylon beadngs. Viscous lubdIMPORTANT:
Dodust
not oil
grease
points
cants
will attract
andordirt
that the
will pivot
shorten
the
life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they
must be lubdcated, use only a dry, powdered
graphite type lubdcant sparingly.
19

TRACTOR
Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen performinganymaintenance.
BRAKE OPERATION
If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6)feet
stoppingdistanceat highspeedin highest
gear,thenbrakemustbeadjusted.(See
=TO ADJUST
Adjustments
TIRES

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.
PRESENCE

SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your
tractor does not function as described
below, repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachment clutch control is in the
disengaged position.
• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.
• The attachment dutch should never
operate unless the operator is in the
seat.
CARE

For best results mower blades must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
BLADE REMOVAL

Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

Trailing Ec_gsUp
(_Bl_de

section of this manual).

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.

BLADE

IMPORTANT:
treated.

BRAKE" in the Service and

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 5 of this manual).
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm rubber.

OPERATOR

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and
flat washer in exact order as shown.
• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).

Mandrel Assembly
Center_

_Hgle

•

_"-.Hex

/_J/

Bolt (Grade 8)*

•A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be
identified by 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 grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while it is on the mower.
• To check blade balance, you will need a
5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
balancer. (When using a cone balancer,
follow the instructions supplied with balancer).
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may
appear to be centered, but are not.
• Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt
or pin parallel with the ground. If blade
is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade
moves downward, sharpen the heavy
end until the blade is balanced.
Center Hole

Blade
5/8" Bolt
or Pin

BATTERY

• Raise mower to highest position to allow
Your tractor has a battery charging system
access to blades.
which is sufficient for normal use.
• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
However, periodic charging of the battery
washer securing blade.
with an automotive charger will extend its
• Install new or rasharpened blade with
life.
trailirlt_'edge up towards deck as shown.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
IMPORTANT:
To ensure proper assembly,
• Keep battery bolts tight.
center hole in blade must align with star
• Keep small vent holes open.
on mandrel assembly.
2O

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.
TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals 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-rERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual).
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace if
necessary. The belts are not adjustable,
Replace belts if they begin to slip from
wear.
TRANSAXLE COOLING

according to your expected operating temperature.
Change the oil after every 50 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 50 hours in one
year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8)
hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil
level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must moot 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 dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 5 of
this manual.

The transmission fan and cooling fins
should be kept clean to assure proper
cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or wh_le the
transmission
is hot.

• 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.

• inspect cooling fan to be sure fan
blades are intact and clean.

Air Screen

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials.
To prevent
damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to
clean cooling fins.
TRANSAXLE
PUMP FLUID

Oil Drain_

Plug

Oil Fill Cap/Dips_ck f

The transaxle was sealed at the factory
and fluid maintenance is not required for
the life_of-the transaxle. Should the
transaxle ever leak or require servicing,
contact your nearest authorized service
center/department.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION

CLEAN

_P"

AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn
dried gum fibers.
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING
AREAS
To insure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, cooling fins, and other
external surfaces of the engine are kept
clean at all times.

Only use high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF, SG, or
SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

TEMPERATURE

Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins
and external surfaces as necessary. Make
sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

6*
10'
_o"
RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE

NOTE: Operatingthe enginewith a
blockedgrassscreen,dirty or plugged
coolingfins, and/orcoolingshroudsremovedwill causeenginedamagedueto
overheating.
AIR FILTER
Yourenginewill not run properlyusinga
dirty air filter. Cleanthe foam pre-cleaner
afterevery25 hoursof operationor every
season. Servicepapercartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty
conditions.
• Remove knobs and cover.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.
• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.
• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil.
• If very dirty or damaged, replace precleaner.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat
surface. If very dirty or damaged,
replace cartridge.
• Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover
and secure with knobs.
IMPORTANT:
Petroleum solvents, such

ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the en_line oil filter every season
or every other od change if the tractor is
used more than 100 hours in one year.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUGS

Replacesparkplugs 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 RLTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel tilter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, 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 carburetor.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
clamps are properly positioned.
• Immediately w_pe up any spilled gasoline.

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.
Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry
cartridge.

Cove_r_-__--_Cartridg

CLEANING

We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water
in engine can result in a shortened engine
life.

• 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 automotive type wax.

_CAUTION:
Before performing any service or adjustments:
• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
• Place motion control lever in neutral (N)position.
• Place attachment clutch in uDISENGAGED"
position.
Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.
the blades and all
have
Make sure
moving parts
completely stopped.
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come
in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

• Remove two retainer springs from each
front link and remove links.
• Slide mower forward and remove belt
from electdc 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 REMOVE MOWER
• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest
setting.
• Lower mower to its lowest position.
Remove retainer spring holding antiswaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.
• Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms
from deck.
• Raise attachment lift to its highest position.

TO INSTALL

MOWER

Follow procedure described in =INSTALL
MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the
Assembly section of this manual.

Front
nsion
Bracket
Suspension Adjustment Lift
Unks
Nuts

Front Mower
Bracket

Chassis

Retainer
Springs
Front Mower
Bracket

Retainer
Spring

Anti-Sway
Bar

Retainer
Springs
23

TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING

• To raise front of mower housing, loosen
nut "H" from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut "G" on both front links an
equal number of tums.
• 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 turn of nut =G" will
change dim. =F" by approximately 3/8".
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS').
if tires are
over or underinflated, you will not properly
adjust your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE

ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.
• Measure height from bottom of deck
curl to ground level at front comers of
mower. Distance =A" on both sides of
mower should be the same.

Mandrel

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
link adjustment nut on that side.

Length

NOTE:
Each full tum of adjustment nut
will change mower height about 3/16".
• Recheck measurements

Both F_

after adjusting.
Bottom
of Cud

o,
Bottom

Nut =H"_
Trunnion _
FRONT-TO-BACK
IMPORTANT:

ron

ADJUSTMENT

Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both
front links equally so mower will stay level
side-to-side.

Nut "G"

Links._-------

TO REPLACE

MOWER

DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL
• Park tractor on a level surface. Engage
parking brake.
• Remove screws from left hand mandrel
cover and remove cover.
• Roll belt over the top of left hand mandrel pulley.
• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

To obtain the best cutting results, the
mower housing should be adjusted so the
front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower
than th_rear when the mower is in its
highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance "F" directly in front of
and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.
• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that beth front links are
equal in length.

Remove belt from idler pulleys.
Remove any dirt or grass clippings
which may have accumulated around
mandrels and entire upper deck surface.
Check primary idler arm and two idlers
to see that they rotate freely.

one
to same
length
as otheradjust
link.
f/inkslinkare
not equal
in length,
To lower front of mower housing, loosen
nut =G" on both front links an equal
number of turns.
• Wher_distance =F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at rfT6-ntthan r3ar, tighten nut =H" against
trunnio_ on both front links.
i

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing.

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers
to see that they rotate freely.
• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing.
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION
• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt
is in both belt keepers at the idlem as
shown.

• Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.
• Roll belt into upper groove of left hand
mandrel pulley.
• CarefuUy check belt routing making sure
belt is in the grooves correctly and
inside belt keepers.
• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Screws

Electdc
Clutch
Pulley

Left Hand
Mandrel
Idler
Pulleys
Cover

Left Hand "_

IdlerArm
Keepers

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
BELT
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake.
• Remove mower drive belt (See =TO
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in
this section of this manu_).
• Remove mower (See =TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual),
• Remove screws from right hand mandrel cover and remove cover. Unhook
spring from bolt on mower housing.
• Carefully roll belt off right hand mandrel
pulley.
• Hemove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel
pulley.
. .
• Remove any dirt or grass wnicn may
have accumulated around mandrels and
eR_,e upper deck surface.

see that they rotate freely.
Be sure spring is hookedin secondary
i idler
heck
secondary
idler arm
and idler to
arm
and sway-bar
bracket.
Install new belt in lower groove of left
hand mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and
center mandre/pulley as shown.
Roll belt over ri.c)hthand mandrel pulley.
sure belt IS in all grooves properly.
_Make
Reconnect spring to bolt in mower
. .
hous!ng and reinstall right hand manare=
cover,
• Reinstall mower to tractor (See
"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"
in the Assembly section of this menu.eel).:
• Reassemble mower drive belt(See - i u
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in
this section of this manual).

LeftHand

Belt

Pulley
Mandrel
Cover

Secondar
Spdn!
Anti-Sway-Bar
Bracket

TO ADJUST

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH

• Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust if
necessary. If stopping distance is still
greater than six (6)feet in highest gear,
further maintenance is necessary.
Contact your nearest authorizedservice canter/department.

.The electric clutch should provide years of
service. The clutch has a built-in brake
that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
Eventually, the internal 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/department.
• Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF" position.
• Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until
space between clutch plate and rotor
measures .012" at all three slot locations cut in the side of brake plate.
Rotor,__

With Parking Brake "Engaged"
Nut "A"
Jam Nut

)perating
Arm

Clutch Plate

F01=
Slot(3)_
Nylon Locknut (3F

_..../ I

,X
TO REPLACE

Brake Plate

MOTION

DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
Psaarkingbrake. For ease of service there
belt installation guide decal on bottom
of left footrest.
• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
. MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

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

BELT REMOVAL-

brake system which is mounted on the
side of the transexle.

: ° i_.

ff tractor requires more than six (6) feet
"
stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjustedT..
• Depress clutch_reke pedal and engage
• parking brake.
Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
• If distance is other than I-1/2", loosen
_1]_
and tum nut "A" until distance
omes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A'.
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ge parking brake (creates slack in

° Remove belt from clutching and fan

idler pulleys.
_Ymove belt from transaxle pulley.
Remove
beltkeeper
from engine
and pulLoosen belt
abovepulley
transaxle
front V-idler pulley.
Pull belt out of all belt keepers and
remove from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION
• Place V part of bolt into grooves on
engine pulley and front V-idler, making
sure to route belt inside of all bolt keep-

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to
move the motion control lever becomes
too excessive, reverse the above adjustment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4
turn.
Road test tractor after adjustment and
repeat procedure if necessary.
TRANSMISSION
REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

ers.

• Route belt on right side, coming from Vidler, 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

Should your transmission require removal
for service or. replacement, it should be
purged after reinstallation and before
operating the tractor. See =PURGE
TRANSMISSION"
in the Operation section
of this manual.

er.

• Place V part of bolt into grooves on
transaxle and fan idler pulleys, making
sure to route bolt inside of all belt keepers.
• 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 bolt is positioned correctly and is on proper side of all belt
keepers.
• Reinstall mower.
IMPORTANT:
Chock brake adjustment.
Tractor V-Belt Ddve Schematic
Viewed from L.H. Side of Tractor
•
Belt
Transaxle
Engine
Clutching Idler Keeper
Pulley Clutching Rat Idler_
Above Belt

_"._Jam

TO ADJUST
MENT

Engine

_J_p_-

J
/

Belt
Kee_r

ALIGN-

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper
steering operation. Toe-in was set at the
factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering
mechanism have been replaced or damaged, chock toe-in and adjust if necessary.

Fan
Idler

TO CHECK TOE-IN

V- d er

• Position front 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'.

As Viewed from 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 leve| surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to "OFP position and engage parking brake.
• Place motion control lever in neutral (N)
position.
i

WHEEL

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight ronsard, remove steering.
wheel and reassemble per instructions in
the Assembly section of this manual.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Belt Keepers
f,_

STEERING

Locknut
Nut

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/department.

Tight¢n
IocknutIocknut,
1/4 tum.loosen jam nut
hile holding
Whi-ileholding Iocknut, tighten jam nut
securely.
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• 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 fue tank and battery.

Adjustment
Sleeves

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE
ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.
• RED cable last from both battedes.

JamNuts
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
FRONT

WHEEL

"Positive" (+)

"Negative" (-)

Block up axle securely.
Remove axle cover, retaining ring and
washers to allow wheel removal.
_- Repair tire and reassemble.
Replace washers and snap retaining
nng securely in axle groove.
• Replace axle cover.
REAR WHEEL
Block rear axle securely.
Remove 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
cm,
eaY be purchased from your local parts
aler. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.

TO START
TERY

ENGINE

WITH A WEAK BAT-

ACAUTION:
Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when
around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged. (See
"BA'n'ERY"
in the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual).
If =jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT:
Your tractor Is equipped
with a 12 volt negative grounded system.
The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt
negative grounded system. Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

BoltL'H"
P_
REPLACING

BATTERY

ACAUTION:
Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other
object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc.
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 positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt
and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.
• Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with
remaining hex bolt and keps nut.
"13ghten
securely.
• Close terminal access doors.
• Close hood.
Terminal
Access

Door,%

TO ATT2k_H JUMPER CABLES • Connect e,_ch and of the RED cable to
Guard
the POS; rIVE (+) terminal of each battery, takin0 care not to short against
chassis.
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Positive
Cable
Negative
Black)
Cable

TO REPLACEHEADLIGHTBULB

Hood

• Raise hood.
• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the gdll.
• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in the
backside of the grill.
• Close hood.
INTERLOCKS
AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your
tractor to run poody, stop running, or pre-vent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts.
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 manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST ATI'ACHMENT
LIFT
SPRING

Headlight
Wire
Connector

ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the
emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers
expense, may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufactureCs service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE

• While holding spring bushing with
wrench, loosen jam nut.
• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to
extend springand reduce lift effort for
heavier attachments.
• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise
for lighter attachments.
• Retighten jam nut against spring bushin a..
IMPORTANT:
Do not adjust for maximum
spring tension when using light attachments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever
spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not
overpower spring. When removing attachment, always adjust spring tension to its
lowest position.

The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjustment 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 necessary. Check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjustment 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 cartridge 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. _ghten casing clamp screw securely.
• Reassemble air cleaner.

Adjustment Bolt
Bushing
_.ttachment
Lift Spdng
e

•

Jam Nut

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GI_ILL
ASSEMBLY
• Raise hood.
:

Unsn.ap headlight wire connector.
Stand m front of tractor. Grasp hoed at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor.
• To replace, reverse above procedure.

• While still holding throttle lever against
idle speed screw, tum idle mixture
screw in(clockwise) until.engine begins
to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) 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. Release throttle lever.

ClampScrew-_
Quarter.Circle
LI"_ \ I

ACCELERATION TEST
• Move throttle control lever from slow to
fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,
turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 tum. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until
engine accelerates smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust - damage may result.

Lever
Screw

TO ADJUST

CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 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:

IMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-govemed
high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department,
which has
proper equipment and experience to make
any necessary adjustments.

In general, tuming the mixture screw in
(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture.
Turning the mixture screw out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.
IMPORTANT:
Damage to the needles and
the seats in carburetor may result if screw
is turned in too tight.

Idle Speed
Screw
_ldle

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 turn idle mixture screw
in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and
then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4
to 1-1/2tums.

Mixture

._Screw
Throttle Lever

FINAL SETTING
• Start angme andallow 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 position, hold throttle lever against idle
speed screw and adjust idle speed
screwto obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

Idle Speed

Throttle

Screw

Also, experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in
storage.
• Drain the fuel tank.

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
,_CAUTION:

Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• 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.

TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter
storage. This will allow you to clean it thoroughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,
etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
• Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this man-

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
altamative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container. Run engine
at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

ual).
• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolls and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
BATTERY

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE

OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See =ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
• Remove spark plug(s).
• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug
hole(s) into cylinder(s).
• Turn ignition key to =START:'. position for
a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Fully charge the battery for storage.
• After a period of time in storage, battery
may require recharging.
• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see
=TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS"_in=the Maintenance section of

• Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.

this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cableSdisconnected 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.

• Replace your gasoline can if it starts to
rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will
cause problems.
• If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt.

ENGINE

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture.

FUEL SYSTEM

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.

IMPORTANT:
It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Will not start

CHART
CORRECTION

CAUSE
• Out of fuel.
• Engine not =CHOKED" properly.
• Engine flooded.

Fill fuel tank.
See
=TO START ENGINE" in
*
Operation secfion.
Wait several minutes before

•
•
•
•

*
*
•
*

Bad spark plug.
Dirty air filter.
Dirty fuel filter.
Water in fuel.

• Loose or damaged wiring.
• Carburetor out of adjustment,

• Engine valves out of adjustment.
Hard to start

•
•
•
•

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 out of adjustmenL
Engine will not turn
over

Engine clicks but will
not start

• Clutch/brake pedal not
depressed.
• Attachment dutch is engaged.
• Weak or dead battery.
• Blown fuse.
• Corroded battery terminals.
• Loose or damaged wiring.
• Faulty ignifionswitch.
• Fault_ solenoid or starter.

attempting to start.
Replace spark plug.
Clean/replace air filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.
• Check all wiring.
• See =ToAdjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments
section.
I * Contact an authorized service
I center.
Clean/replace air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace battery.
• Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refill with
* fresh gasoline.
' * Check all wiring.
• See =ToAdjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized service
center.
• Depress dutch/brake pedal.

• Faulty operator presence
switch(es).

• Disengage attachment clulch.
* Recharge or replace battery.
* Replace fuse.
Clean battery terminals.
• Check all wiring.
• Check/replace ignition switch.
Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
* Contact an authorized service
center.

•
•
•
•

•
*
°
*

Weak or dead battery.
Corroded battsry terminais.
Loose or damaged widng.
Faulty solenoid or starter.

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals.
Check ell wiring.
Check/reptace solenoid or
starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Loss of power

• Cuffing too much grass/too
fasL
• Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
• Build-up of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
• Dirty air tilter.
• Low oil leveVdirtyoil.
• Faulty spark plug.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.
• Adjust throttle control.
• Clean underside of mower hous-

• Dirty fuel filter.
• Stale or dirty fuel.
• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.
• Dirty engine air screen/fins.
• Dirty/clogged muffler.
• Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustmenL

Excessive vibration

•

See "To Adjust Carburetor" in
Service and Adjustments
section.
Contact an authorized service
center.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade
bolt.
• Replace blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged part(s).

• Tighten loose part(s). Replace
damaged parts.

Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

• Check widng, switches and connections. If not
corrected, contact an authorized
service center/
departmenL

• Worn, bent or loose blade.
• Ivlowerdeck 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 rnandmls,

Mower blades will not
rotate

• Clean engine air screen/fins.
• Clean/replace muffler.
• Check all widng.

•

engaged
Poor diJt- uneven

fresh gasoline.
• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh gasoline and
replace fuel filter.
• Connect and tighten spark plug
wire.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

Bent blade mandrel.

Engine continues to
run when operator
leaves seat with attachment clutch

ing.
* Clean/replace air filter.
• Check oil leveVchange oil.
• Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
• Replace fuel tilter.
• Drain fuel tank and refillwith

• Replace blade. Tighten blade
bolt.
• Level mower deck.
• Clean underside of mower housing.
• Replace blade mandrel.
• Clean around mandrels to open
vent holes.

• Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

• Remove obstruction.

• Wom/damaged mower drive
bell

• Replace mower drive belt.

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM

CHART
CAUSE

CORRECTION

rotate (cont'd)

• Frozen idler pulley.
• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Replace idler pulley.
• Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

• Engine speed too slow.

• Place throttle control in =FAST"

Mower blades will not

• Travel speed too fast.
• Wet grass.
• Mowerdeck not level.
• Low/uneven tire air pressure.
•Wom,

bent or loose blade.

• Buildupof grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
• Mower ddve belt wom.
• Blades improperly installed.
• Improper blades used.
• Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.
Headlight(s) not workiing (if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

• Replace/sharpen blade. tighten
blade bolt.
• Clean underside of mower
housing.
• Replace mowerddve belt.
• Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.
• Replace with blades listed in
this manual.
• Clean around mandrels to open
vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON'.

•
•
•
•

Bulb(s) burned out.
Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).
• Poor cable connections.

Replace bulb(s).
Check/replace light switch.
Check wiringand connections.
Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.
• Check/clean all connections.
• Replace regulator.
• Replace alternator.

• Freewheel control in =disen-

• Place freewheel control in

gaged" position.
• Motion ddve belt worn, damaged or broken.

"engaged" position.
• Replace motion ddve belt.

I-

Engine =backfires"
when turning engine
"OFF"

• Checktires for properalr pressure.

• Switch is "OFF".

• Faulty regulator (if so
equipped).
• Faulty altemator.
Loss ofdrive

position.
• Shift to slower speed.
• Allow grass to dry before mowing.
• Level mower deck.

Air trapped in transmission
dudng shipment
or servicing.

• Engine throttle control not set
at "SLOW" position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

• Purge transmission.

• Move throttle controlto "SLOW"
position and allow to idle for 30
seconds before stopping
engine.

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.273041

SCHEMATIC

RED

SOLENOID

BAITERY

i .....

iI
.....

STARTLER

ELECTRICCLUTCH

I
....

D_j
PTO

SEATSWtTCH
(NOT OCCUPIED)
_........
,

861

OPERATORPRESENCE
RELAy#1
IGNITION
_)
UNIT

FUEL t
i

UNE

PLUGS GAP
SPARK
(2 PLUGS ON
"PNINCYL. ENGINES)

........

FUEL SHUT-OFFSOLENOID

Cm,RSINGSy'&"Fk_C_JTR_r

RELAY

_ OFF
ON

REGULATOR

C+O_B+
CIRCUIT
H
C+ FIB+

E,A+D

HEADLIGHTS

GFC
REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH
W_IING INSULATED CUPS
D A
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF
UNIT, THEY SHOULD RE REPLACED TO PROPE_RLYSECURE YOUR WIRING.

TRACTOR ,.- MODEL NUMBER 917.273042
ELECTRICAL
22

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.273042

ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.
1
2
8
10
11
12
16
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
33
40
41
42
43
45
50
70
81
83

PART
NO.
144926
74760412
7603J
145211
150109
145769
153664
STD551125
73350400
161785
4152J
4206.1
146149
108824X
73510400
4207J
160784
163968
140403
164417
17720408
131563
145673
122822X
154963
164767
109748X
163996

DESCRIPTION
Battery
BoltHex Head 114-20x 3/4
Tray, Buttery
Bolt 1/4.20 x 7.5 Zinc
Hold down Battery Dash Mount
Nut Push Nylon1/4'
Switch InterlockPush-In
Washer, Lock 114
Nut, Jam Hex 1/4.20
Hameas Headlight
Bulb Light
Cable, Battery
Cable, Buttery
Fuse
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC
Cable, Ground
Switch, Plunger
Switch, Ign
Key, Ignition
Harness Ign.
Screw 1/4.20 x 1/2
Cover, Terminal
Solenoid
Ammeter
Switch, PTO
Hamess, Engine BS/Intek VGT
RelayAsm.
BulbholderAsm IncandescentSV

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches
1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

917.273042

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.273042

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY

PART

NO.

1
2
4
5
6
7
8
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
23
24
28
30
31

150253
140506
738(X)700
163976
157882
177204_
145166
161023X558
160568
121794X
17490612
160564X558
19131312
74760616
73680600
17490616
145243X558
145244X558
145052
161419

32
33
34
35
36
37
39
40
42
43
44
45
47
50
52

161327
161326
142131
19111116
74780512
163982X558
136961
156111
72140608
136939
136940
154913
17490608
152729
73680500

KEY
DESCRIPTION

NO.

Rail, Frame RH VGT
Drawbar,Gt
Nut, LockHex 7/16Unc
Dash
DashAsm., LowerVGT
Screw,ThdCut 1/4-20xl/2
Support,Dash 1-Pc. Battery
HoodAsm.
Lene, Asm Headlight

56
58
60
63
68
70
84
86
90

PART
NO.
154914
137113
17490620
19131614
17490508
137159
142992
74760716
11050600

Cover,/_cass
Surew, Thdrol 3/6-16x3/4
Grille Stealth
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ca.
BolLFinHex 3/8-16xl
Nut, Crownlock 3i8-16 Unc
Screw,Thdrol 3/6-16 x 1 TY-TT
Footrest,RH LT/YT/GT 95
Footrest,LH LT/YT/GT 95
Saddle, Hydro 1995
Bracketsupport 1-pcVGT
Steedng
BracketPivot ChassisLh
BracketPivot Chassis Rh
Bracket, Engine Support
Washer 11/32x11/16x 16Ga.
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18x3/4
Fender
Bracket,Axle Front
Bracket, SupportAxle/Engine
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1
Bracket, Spnsn FrontLh
Bracket, Spnsn FrontRh
BracketAsm., Susp Chassis Rh
ScrewThdro_ 3/8-16xl/2
Bracket, Chassis Front
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

91
95
86
99
100
101
102
103
106
120
122
130

156586
105531X
140503
140871
124236X
17490628
STD624003
142273
138776
19131616
161464
17521312

138
139
140
141
142
144
146
147
148
150

163975X428
161330
163806
163805
161897
161900
161576
162967
164655
161237

DESCRIPTION
Blacket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh
BracketAsm., Fender
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Washer 13/32 X 1 x 14 Ga.
Screw, Thd 5/16-18 x 1/2
Guide, Belt Mid Span
Stop, Over Center Mower
Bon, Fin Hex 7/16-14 Uric x 1
Washer, Lock ExtemalTooth
3/8
Rail, Frame Lh VGT
Push Nut, Nytoo
Bracket Skid Chassis

RodByPass

CapByPassRod
ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
Retainer,Spdng

Lock,By Pass
Bolt 5/16-18 Type TT
Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Ga.
Screw Hex Wshd. 8-18 x 7/8
Screw Sltd Hex Hd W/PIn
Washer
Cupheider
BoltShoulder 5/1 6-18 l-r
Magnet
Stdker Plate
Bracket Dash Rh
Bracket Dash SLh
Baffle VGT
Fastener Nutpal
ExtrusionBumper .006 x 3.50
Duct Heat Hood Stealth GTCV

NOTE: Allcomponent dimsr_oos given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25A mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042
GROUNDDRIVE

112
100
72

TRACTOR

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.273042

GROUND DRIVE

KEY
NO.
2
3
5
6
7
9
15
17
20
22
23
28
29
30
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
45
47
48

PART
NO.
7070E
7563R
STD541437
STD561210
140507
140080
STD551037
140921
73940800
156103
130564
STD541237
140494
19131616
12(XX)053
124236X
137648
149412
121749X
150035
74321016
5304J
73661000
8883R
145170
138228
72110612

50
131494
51
STD541437
52
139123
53 207J
54
161590
55
105706X
56
140218
58 74760724
61
140488
64
154752
65 67609
66
140296
67 - /9131312
68
5142H
89
123800X

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Key 1/4 x 2.5
Washer, Thrust, AxJe
Nut, Crownicck 3/8-16
Pin, Cotter
Wheel, Hub Assembly
Bolt, Hub
Washer 13i32x13/16x16Ga.
Spdng
Nut Hex Jam Taplock1/2-20
ArmAsmShltt
Knob
Nut
Brake, Rod
Washer 13/32x 1 x16Ga.
Ring E
Cap, Plunger
Rod, ParkingBrake
Spring, Drive Ground
Washer 25/32x1-1/4x16Ga.
Nyliner
Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1
Actuator,InterlockSwitch
Top Lock #10-24
Cover, Pedal
Retainer,Spdng
Clutch Rod
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Gr. 5
Pulley,Idler, Flat
Nut, Crownicck 3/8-16 UNC
Pulley,Idler, Grooved
Washer, Hardened
Clutch, Ann Assembly
Bearing, Idler
V-Belt
Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2
Puney,Transaxle
Shaft, ClutctvBrakePedal
Bolt, Shoulder
Washer, Hardened
Washer, Rat
Pin, Roll
Washer

70
71
72
73
74
76
77
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
96
98
99
100
101
104
105
106
107
108

PART
NO.

ConsoleAutomaticYT/GT
Plate Console Shift
Nut, Crownicck5/16-18
Bolt Hex Flghd5/16-18 x 3 Gr5
Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2
BracketTransaxle
BoltFin Hax 7116-14x I
BoltCordage 5/16-18 x 5/8
BracketTorque RH
Screw "l_:Iral 3/8-18 x 3/4
BracketMount Torque/Fan
StrapTorque Mid
Spacer
Screw #10-24 x 1-1/4
Fen 7" Hydro
AdapterFan
Pulley Idler
Nut Crownlock7/16-14 Unc
Keeper Belt
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 2-3/4
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1.25
LinkShiftAsm
FastenerChristmasTree
Washer Nickel Plated
BracketShift
Screw Tl'_rol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Washer Compression
Washer BelMne
BracketIdler
ScrewTap 1/4-20 x 1/2
O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 70110
Line Fuel Hydro 15"VGT
CapAsm Vent Hydro Gear
70109
109 140929
Spring Return Brake
111 156240
Spacer Shift LeverVGTH
112 156104
Washer NylonHigh Temp
113 73220700
Nut-Hex ASF 7/16-14 UNC
115 123405X
Keeper Belt T/A Gnd Dr
116 73900500
Nut Lock Hex Range 5/16-18
117 73900600
NuL Lock Rg. 3/8-16
- - 163198
Transaxle(See Breakdown)
Hydro Gear 222-3010L
NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches
1 inch= 25.4 mm

164892
151179
STD541431
74490548
142432
140481
74760716
72110505
140484
17490612
150586
140479
140490
17541020
140462
140491
161592
73680700
140489
17490644
74760520
140502
133835
141103
141004
17490624
126881X
156106
140480
17580408
142918
154739
142917

DESCRIPTION

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042
STEERINGASSEMBLY

•

)

• --_

2O
23

34
32
6

,/,¢

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273042

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
44
45
NOTE:

PART
DESCRIPTION
NO.
159944X428
Wheel, Steering
137094
Axle Asm., Front
6855M
Fitting, Grease
101849
SpindleAsm, LH
161848
SpindleAsm., RH
6266H
Bearing,Race Thrust Harden
121748X
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
12000029
Ring, K]ip#T5304-75
121232X
Cap, Spindle
74781044
Bolt,Rn Hex 5/8-11 x2-3/4
136518
Spacer Baadng Axle Front
73901000
Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc
121749X
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
STD55t137
Washer, LockHvy HJclSpr 3/8
STD541537
Nut, LockCenter 3/8-24 UNF
145103
Shaft Asm., Steering
137347
Rod Asm., "ReBall J BallVgt (Ir_ Key No. 36-40)
137155
Draglink,BallJoint SolidVgt
156011
SupportAsm., SteedngVgt
163887
Boot,Steering
159945
Adapter,Wheel Steedng
155105
Bushing,Strg. BIk
152927
Screw
74780616
Bolt,F3nHex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5
159946X428 Cap, Wheel Steering
3366R
Bearing,Coi.S_g.
17490612
Screw,Thrdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4
104239X
Beadng,Flange
12000034
Ring, KlipTruarc #5304-75
138136
Bushing,Nyliner Snap
Washer 11/32 x I x 10 Ga.
19111610
STD551131
Washer,LockHvy Hld Spr 5/16
74760512
Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4
138059
Gear, Sector Steering
137156
"he Rod
Jam NUtRH Thread
7336O6OO
1(_)850X
JointAsm. Ball RH Thread
73700600
Jam NUt LH Tlvead
109651X
JointAsm. Ball LH Thread
155246
BracketSwitch InterlockVGT 97
17490508
Screw Tt_roi 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
160135
Extension,Steering
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga.
19132411
Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25A mm

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.273042

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

ENGINE

KEY
NO.
I

2
5
7
8
9
10
11
12
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
32
33
35
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
45
47
48
51
54
55
65
69
74
75
76
79

PART
NO.
.......

161062
13200300
151396
121361X
150828
105432X
140923
1439S6
151346
109227X
106082X
161493
13290300
164067
17521312
164068
STD551237
73920600
3645J
139277
7834R
132920
17490508
STD551437
10040500
123487X
74780624
17490636
17490664
126197X
STD551143
150280
128861
142040
19132007
161064
19131414
13280336
191316147
165391
162295
163776
1749O612
71070512

DESCRIPTION
Engine (See Breakdown)B &S 40TF/7-0122-E1
MufflerSide 1-1/8"
Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT
MulflerAsm Guard
PulleyV-Idler
Belt Engine Keeper AsmVGT 96
Bushing
Clutch Electric
Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch
Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96
Pad Spacer
Pad Spacer
Cap Fuel 5-1/2" VentedCov.
Plug Oil Drain(Order From Engine Manufacturer)
ControlThrottle
Screw SLTD Hex Hd w/Pin Washer
ControlChoke
LockwasherExt Tooth3/8
Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF
Bushing
Stem TankFuel
Fuel Une
SparkArrester Kit
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2
Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8 - 16
Washer LockHvy HLCL 5/16
Clamp Hose
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/2
Screw Tr 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Uric
Screw'l-I" 3/8-16 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 114-20StarterNut
Spacer Engine
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga.
ManifoldPipe VGT
Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Nipple Pipe 4-1/2
Washer 13/82 x I x 14Ga+
Gasket Muffler
ElbowStreet Brass
Shield Heat intek
Screw TIxIrol 3/8-16 x 3/4
Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-16 x 3/4

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

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917,273042

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
12

PART
NO.
140124
140551
140675
127018X
145006
STD541437
124181X
150176
155925
121246X

KEY
PART
NO.
NO.
DESCRIPTION
13 121248X
Bushing,Snap
14 72050412
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2
15 121249X
Spacer, Split
16 123740X
Spdng, Cprsn
17 123976X
Nut, Lock I14 Lge Fk3Gr. 5
Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
18 19171912
19 120068X
Knob, Seat 1/2-13 Unc
20
124238X
Cap, SpringSeat
21
1532"36
Bclt,Shoulder 5/16-18
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc
22
STD541431
NOTE: NI componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches
1 inch= 25A mm

DESCRII:_'ION
Seat
Bracket, Pivot Seat
Strap, Fender
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62
Clip, Push In, Hinged
Nut, Crownlcok 3/6-16 Unc
Spring,Seat Cprsn
Bolt 5/16-18Uncx3/4wiSems
Pan, Seat
Bracket, MountingSwitch

TRACTOR

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917.273042

DECALS
18

2O
11

12
--23

5
1

KEY
NO.
1
3
4
5
6
9
10
11
12
13
14
16

PART
NO.
164094
163916
163917
140837
133644
163204
156439
4900J
146790
163257
160397
163230

WHEELS

KEY
NO.
17
18
19
20
22
23
24
--

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 Ddve Schematic
Decal, Dash Phi
Decal, V-Belt Schematic
Decal, FenderAuto

& TIRES

----

157199
166190
166191

DESCRIPTION
Decal, Engine
Decal, Insert Strg
Decal, BatteTy
Decal, Battery
Decal, DrawbarCNTRL
Reflector,Taillight
Decal, Mower EZ
Decal, Handle LFT HeightAdj.
(uftHandte)
Pad Footrest
Manual, Owner's(Eng)
Manual, Owner's (Span)

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

59192
65139
106228X427
8134H
106230X
278H
90401-1

Cap, Valve, Tin)
Stem, Valve
Rim Assembly,Front
Tube, Front(Service Item Only)
Tire, Front
F_ng, Grease
Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

PART
NO.
165407
164065
138047
149516
142342
1G6202X
163203
138311

only)
8 104757X
Hub Cap, Axle
9 105588)(
Tire Rear
10 7154J
Tube, Rear (san'ice Item Only)
11 106277X427
Rim Assembly,Rear
12 6856191
F_ng, Grease
- - 144334
Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)
NOTE: AJIcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches
1 insh= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042
LIFTASSEMBLY

43
38

"_1123
12
23
13
23

I
,

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.273042

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
38
39
40
41
42
43
70
72

PART
NO.
121006X
159187
159189
12000022
19292016
74780624
125631X
122365X
122364X
2876H
146704
163552
139868
140302
STD541437
674A247
STD541237
143363
STD551037
5328J
STD523710
127218
STD624008
73350800
130171
73680800
150233
110807X
19131016
137150
STD560907
137167
138057
155097
123935X
17490512
73540600
19112410
123934X
1452.12
110452X

DESCRIPTION
RodAsm., Lever
Sheft Asm., Uft Vgt
LeverAsm., LiftRh
E-RingTruarc #5133-87
Washer 29/32x1-1/4x16Ga.
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Grip, Handle Ruted
Button,Plunger
Plunger, Button
Spring 2-1/8"
LinkLift
Retainer,Spdng
Arm, SuspensionVgt
Beadng
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
SpringAsm., Assist Lift
Nut, HexJam 3/8-16Unc
Bracket, SpringAssist
Washer 13/32 x 13/16x 16 Ga.
Bolt, AdjustSpringAssist
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1
Unk, Front
Retainer,Spring
Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric
Trunnion
Nut, Crownlcok1/2-13 Uric
Trunnion, InfinHeight
Nut, Special
Washer 13/32x5i8x16Ga.
Spring, CompressionInf Hgt
Pin, Cotter 3/32x 1/2
Rnd, Adj Uft
Knob, lnf 3/8-16Unc
Pointer,Height Indicator
Plug, Hole
Borew Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x 3/4
Nut, C_
3/8-24
Washer 11i32x1-1!2x10Ga.
Scale, IndicatorHeight
NUtHex Flange Lock
NUtPush Phos& Oil

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042
MOWERDECK

46
46
49

>30
32

118

117

21
21

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273042

MOWER DECK

KEY
NO.

NO.

1
3
5
6

164210
138457
STD624008
130832

85O857

KEY

PART

STD551137

140296

11
12
13

163819
129895
137553

14
15
16
18
19

137152
110485X
140329
72140505
132827

20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31

145055
STD541431
134753
131267
105304X
149287
110452X
157788
19111016
131491
157722
129963

32
33
34
35

153531
137266
144945
17490628

STD551037

131494

DESCRIPTION
DeckAsm., Mower 46"
BmcketAsm., Sway Bar
Retainer Spring
Ann, Suspension,Rear (Sway
Bar)
Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4
Gr. 8
Washer, LockHW., Unplated
3/8
Washer, Hard Blade, Mower
Vented
Blade, 46" Mower Deck
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204
Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing
(Includes Key No. 12)
Housing, Mandrel
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper,Mower Round
Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder
5/16-18
Baftle,VortexMower 46"
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC
Stiffener,Bracket
Bracket,Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spdng, Torsion,Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield,DeflectorMower
Washer 11/32xS/8x16Ga.
Rod, Hinge
Screw ThdrotWasher Head
Washer, Spacer Mower
Vented
Pulley,Mandrel
Nut, Rg.Top Lock Cnl_. 9/16
Anchor,Spdng Deck 46"
Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
Tytt
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16
Ga.
Pulley,Idler, Flat

PART

NO.

38
39
40

156_86
144917
137273

17490620

42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50

122052X
144949
133943
145059
137729
144959
148763
STD541437
72110612

51
52
72
101
102
103
104
105
106
116
117
118
119
126
127

153390
156493
19131616
145579
71161010
STD551110
19061216
160793
2029J
137644
133957
73930600
19121414
144948
146763

128
--

19132203
143651

DESCRIPTION
Keeper, Belt, Idler
Pulley, Idler, Driven
Spdng, Secondary 44/46/50
Vent
Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Tytt

166222

Spacer, Retainer
Arm, Idler Secondary
Washer, Hardenod
Cover, Mandrel Deck
Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8
V-Belt, Mower, Secondary
V-Belt, Mower, Primary
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Boft,Carhage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Gr. 5
Washer Felt
Pulley,Idler Fiat 46 Pd Drive
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.
Cover, Mulching
Screw
Washer, Lock #10
Washer
LatchAsm. Bagger
Nut, Weld
Bolt, Shoulder
Gauge Wheel, Wide
Nut, Centedock 3/8-16 UNC
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Arm, Ioler, Pdmary Denk46"
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim.
4.25
Washer 13/32 x 1-3/8 x 3 Ga.
MandrelAsm 44"/50" Sewlce
(Includes Key Nos. 6-10, 1215, 31 and 33)
Deck Complete (Std. DockOrder separately mulcher
plate and gauge wheelcomponents Key Nos. 101-106
and 116-118)

NOTE: Aircomponent
dimensions
givenIn U.S.Inches
1 ioch= 25.4mm

TRACTOR

"' MODEL

NUMBER

917.273042

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE "" MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.273042

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222..3010L

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
7
16
20
21
22
33
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
45
46
47
49
63
64

164591
164592
153765
142876
142677
142878
142879
142929
142880
142882
142883
142884
142885
142886
142887
142888
142889
142890
142891
142892
153766
142894
1.50818

65
67
68
69
70
71

142897
142898
142899
142900
142901
142902

Assembly,Housing,LH
Assembly,Housing,RH
Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25
BrakeShaftAseambly
Axle MountingHom Assembly
Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x .08
Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09
BrakeYokeAssembly
BrakeArm
Puck Plate
Brake Puck
Washer 7/80.D. x 7/16 x .060
Nut, Castle 5/16-24
CotterPin
BrakeActuatJngPin
Hi Pro Key
Spacer
Brake Disc
Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
Bolt 1/4-20 x I
DifferentlalAseambly
Dowel Pin
ReductionGear,
14 Teethto 38 Tee_
Flnal Drive PinionAssembly
Jackshaft
O-Ring
Washer 5/8X 1-5/32
Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2
Bott,Hex 5/16-18x3.5

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

153767
142904
142905
142907
142908
142909
153768
142910
142911
142912
153769
142914
153770
142916
142917
142918
142919
142920
142921
150820
150823
150821
150822
156824
150825
153771

Lockout,Hex 5/16-18
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2
Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1
Shoulder Bolt
Freewheel ActuatingArm
Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25
Grease (10 oz. Tube)
Bolt, F!ex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4
Bolt 5/16-18 x 4-1/2
Filter,Spin On
Pump, BDU-10L-122
Plug, StraightThread
601 7/18 SAE x 5/16 Firdng
Washer

72
73
74
76
77
78
79
81
82
89
91
95
96
103
104
106
108
109
110
111
112
113
117
123
124
129

Vent Cap Assembly
FittingO-Ring Assembly
ControlArm
Set Screw
FilterHead
Hose 1/2"
RUing, 1/2" Beaded 90 i 7/8 SAE
Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 601 9/16
Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90 i 9/16
O Ring
Pinch Clamp
Spdng, Long

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. Inchea
1 inch= 25A mm

TRACTOR
TRANSAXLE

- - MODEL

NUMBER

- PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

917.273042

TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042
- PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

144569
122716X
122745X
122715)(
122700X
122699X
122767X
122717X
122748X
122749X
144571
122770X
153801
122722X
144573
142978
127148X
142938
122786X
122718X
144578
144578
144579
122752X
127153X
142977
144581
144582
144583
144584
153769

Shaft, Pump
Ring, Retaining
Beadng, Ball
Spacer
Seal, Up
Ring. Retaining
Beadng, Cradle
Seal, Lip
Arm,Trunnion
Guide, Slot
Housing _ Transmission
Bearing,Theist, Bali
Center Section Kit
Seal, Up
Shaft, Motor
Washer, BlockThrust
Swashplate,Variable
BlockAseambly
Pin, Stainless,Headless
Gasket, Center Sec_on
Check Valve Kit
Check Valve Kit
Charge Relief Kit
Screw, SocketHead, Cap
BypassValve Kit
BlockSpring
O-Ring
Charge Pump K'_
GerotorAssembly
Screw, SocketHead, Cap
PumpAssembly,Complete

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
12
13
14
15
17
19
21
22
23
25
32
37
38
42
43
44
47
53
60
62
63
64
67
--

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

917.273042

NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1

IIII
195
\ 89

823T 11_

_9_J

87Q

51_

"k REQUIRES SPECLALTOOLS
TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

83 _

190

l:_t_

20_

22_

110

11019 LABEL Kl'rI

ll_SLA._L
_-EMJSS'ON
I_058
OWNER'S._.Aq

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.273042

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

* REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOU
TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR
IH-gTHU_II_N MANUAL,

iIl___l

II1_

*_?_,_%_o_,_

n _._o.,_u_

1022

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

917.273042

NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1

823

222
3Sl I

mIt

I-.,,rz_,..'l

ioo+

3O5
,o

'Ira

865B,

TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL

917.273042

NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1

783

803
544

801

_482

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042
BRIGGS& STRA'R'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER407777,TYPENUMBER0122-E1

116B Q
116C

195

525

788

O
116D

.23 _
387
823

i"4,977 CARBURETOR
51A_

-k 368 GASKET SET

GASKET BET

137 0

102 _

355 O
987@

150_

116_

116A_'

633 •

e121 CARBURETOR
51 _

2o_

KIT

117f
12_

51_AL_

lO2_
1050

_.s

104=
116_

116A _;_

tiriDC_

1022_

137Q

I_ I

'SO L_ ,__
355_

,_1033"VALVE OVERHAUL KIT

I
Sl _

987_

_ses

633 @

888

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
5A
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
15
16
20
22
23
24
25

PART
NO.

499584
499585
690926
690069
499587
499595
690097
690962
499601
690937
691003
690942
690945
690360
690946
691046
690947
690308
691053
690974
499588
499589
499590
499591
26 499604
499605
499606
499607
27 690975
28 499582
29 499583
32 690976
33 499596
34 499597
35 690963
40
690964
42
499586
45
690977
46 - 690978
50 690948
51 690949
51A 690950
53 690951
73 691055
75 691056
78 691057
87 690657
89 690238
95 690718
98
499602
102 690234
104 690984
105 690985
108 6_986
110 _'6-91261
116 690987

NUMBER

NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1

DESCRIPTION

""
°

"¥"
_

"4
¥
_

917.273042

CylinderAssembly
Bushing,Cylinder
Seal, Oil
Sump, Engine
Head, Cylinder No. 1
Head, Cylinder No. 2
Washer, Rat
Gasket, Cylinder Head
BreatherAssembly
Gasket, Breather
Screw, Hax
Tube, Breather
Gasket, Crankcase
Screw, Cylinder Head (3-9/16")
Plug, Oil Drain
Crankshaft
Seal, Oil
Screw, Crankcase Cover
Flywheel
Key, Rywheel
PistonAssembly (Std.)
PistonAssembly (.010" O.S.)
PistonAssembly(.020"O.S.)
PistonAssembly (.030" O.S.)
Ring Set, Piston(Std.)
Ring Set, Piston(.010" O.S.)
Ring Set, Piston(.020" O.S.)
Ring SeL Piston(.030" O.S.)
Lock, PistonPin
PinAssembly,Piston
RodAsasmb_y,Coneacting
Screw,Connecting Rod
Valve, Exhaust
Valve, Intake
Spring, Valve
Retainer,Valve
Keeper Valve
Tappet, Valve
Gear, Cam
Manifold, Intake
Gasket, Carb. MounlJng
Gasket, Intake Manifold
Stud, Cad). Mounting
Screen, RotaUng
Washer, Spring
Screw, Too(
Seal, Governor Shaft
Plug, Og
Screw, Slotted
Sorew,ldta Speed
Gasket, Plate
Pin, FloatHinge
Valve, Nead_e
Valve, Choke
Washer
O-Ring, Solenoid Retainer

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

116A
116B
116C
116D
117
119
119A
119B
119C
121
122
125
130
131
133
135
137
141
142
146
150
160
163
176
187

690988
690589
691031
691032
690232
690990
690991
690992
690720
499811
690952
499804
690993
499805
499806
499803
690994
499807
499808
94388
281767
690996
691001
691033
691050

187A 691049
188 691058
190 690953
192 6,90083
195 690954
209 690018
211 690019
212 691020
213 691021
216 691022
219 394348
220 690412
222 691023
227 691048
RPM Settings:

DESCRIPTION
"4
*
*
"
¥
¥

O-Ring, FuelTransferTube
Seal, O-Ring (Og Pump Cover)
Seal, O-Ring (DipsUck)
Seal, O-Ring (Oil FilITube)
Jet, Main (Standard)
Screw, Phillips
Screw, Phillips
Screw, Phillips
Screw, Phillips
CarburetorOverhaul Kit
Spacer, Carburetor
Carburetor
Valve, Throttle
Shaft,Throttle
Roat, Carburetor
Tube, FuelTransfer
_ Gasket, Float Bowl
Shaft, Choke
¥ Nozzle, Carburetor
Key,_ming
"-4 Gasket, Nozzle
Retainer,Solenoid
_" Gasket, AJrCleaner
Screw, T-30
Line, Fuel
(Cut To RequiredLength)
Une, Fuel
Screw, Hex
Screw, TorxHex
Adjustor,
Rocker Arm
Nlpple,OilFdtor
Spdng, Governor
Spring, GovernedIdle
Unk, Throttle
Bracket,Choke Control
Link, Choke
Gear, Governor
Washer, Tlvuet
Plata, Governor Control
LeverAseambly,Governor
Low:.1750-1950
H'_h: 3200-3400

induded in Gasket Set, Part Number499889
includedinCarburetorUt,PartNumber499811
Includedin Carburetor Gasket Set, Part
Number499690
Includedin Valve Oved_aulGasket Set, Part
Number499890

NOTE: Allcom__givenl_U.S.ind_es
1 inch=25.4mm

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273042

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

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

240
252
256
258
265
277
304
305
309
310
311
332
333
334
337
351
355
358
363
383
387
445
467
474
482
510
523
525
544

691035
690956
690957
691003
691024
691029
691004
691005
691262
691263
691264
690059
691060
691061
691043
691044
690997
499889
691062
69O966
691034
691007
691008
691063
691183
497606
691036
691037

552 690552
552A
690553
556
69(7967
562 690311
573 691009
592 690958
592A
691029
601 691038
615 690328
615A - -_.q0317
615B
691265
616
691045
633
69O998
634 690442
635 691210
668 691215
703 690010
718 690959
726 499612
728 690372
741 690980
783 691280
788 691039
789 691220
801 _.66_1283
802 691286

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Fdter,Fuel
Element, Breather
Retainer, Element
Screw, Hex
Clamp, Casing
Nut, Hex
Housing, Blower
Screw, He)(
Motor, Starter
Screw, Hex
Brush Set
Nut, Flywheel
Armatura, Magneto
Screw, Armature Mounting
Spark Plug
Screw, Hex
_'- Washer, Seal
Gasket Set
Flywheel, Puller
Wrench, Spark Ping
Pump, Fuel
Cartridge,Air Cleaner
Nut, AirCleacer
Alternator
Screw, Hex
Ddve, Starter
Dipstick,Oil
Tube, Oil Fill
Armature, Starter
(Service with 499529 Starter
Motor)
Bushing,Governor Crank
Bushing,Governor Crank
Screw, Hex
Bolt, Carriage
Plate, Black
Nut, Hex
Nut, Hex
Clamp, Fuel Une
Retainer, Governor
Retainer, Governor
Retainer
Crank, Governor
Seal, Choke Shaft
Washer, Rat
Boot, Spark Plug
Spacer
Clip, Hose
Dowel, Sleeve
Gear, Ring
Screw, Torx"
Gear, "timing
Gear, Starter
Bracket, Pump
Hamuss, Wiring
Cap, Drive
Cap, End

PART
NO.

80_

823 690960
847 499602
851 691234
855 691011
865 691012
865A 691013
865B 691015
868 690968
"871 690969
878• 691237
881 690999
883 690970
"918 691040
947 499809
965 499e13
967 691016
9_8 499788
975 499810
977 499812
987 691000
_1005 691243
1006 691247
1017 690770
1019 690103
1022 690971
"1023 499599
1023A 499600
1024 499_54
1026 690981
1026A 690982
1027 690041
1029 690972
1033 499890
1035 691042
1036 499783
1058 273694
1090 691293
1100 690973
2500 407777,0027
2500
I_11_1
RPM Settings:

DESCRIPTION
Housing,Starter
(Service with499529 Starter
Metor)
Screw, Hex
Dipsltck/TubeAssembly
Terminal,IgnitionCable
Adepter,Air
Cover, Air Guide
Cover, Air Guide
Cover, Air Guide
Seal, Valve
Bushing,Guide
Wire, Alternator
Plate, Cover
Casket, Exhaust
Hose, Vacuum
Solenoid,Fuel
Cover, OUPump
Filter,Pre-Cleanar
Cover, Air Cleaner
Bowl,Float
Casket Set, Carburetor
SeaI, ThrottleShaft
Fan, Flywheel
Retainer,Fan
Screen, Oil Pump
Label Kit
Casket, RockerCover
Cover, Rocker (Cyl. No. 1)
Cover, Rocker (CyL No, 2)
Pump, Oil
Rod, Push (Stea_)
ROd,Push (Aiuminum)
Filter,Oil
Arm, Rocker
Valve OverhaulKit
Shaft, Oil Pump
Label Kit, Emission
Ownar_ Manual
Retainer,Brush
Pivot, RockerArm
Replacement Engine
Short Block
Low:.1750-1950
High: 32(X)-3400

Included in Gasket Set, Part Number499889
Includedin CarburetorLit, Part Number 499811
Includedin CarburetorCasket Set, Part
Number 499890
Includedin Valve Overhaul Gasket Set, Part
Number 499890

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

SUGGESTED

GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

,,.,,,,

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

15" MAX.

I_1)

greater than 15"), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
Operate when
caution
your Tractor
changing
updirection
and downonthe
slopes.
face of slopes (not

I
I

For the repair or replacement parts you ne_ed
delivered directly to your home
Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800-366-PART
(1-800-366-7278)
Para ordenar plezas con entrega
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
domicllio1-800-676-5811

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

Illiml
H||H|H
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

When requesting service or ordering
parts, always provide the following
information:
• Product Type
• Part Number
• Model Number • Part Description

SEARS
Amenca's Repair Speciat_sts

166190

9.2.98

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