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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

* Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Une

5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

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

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

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

/_sembly,_: ........... _................................ 8

Oj:_ration .............................................. 12

M'a'lntenanceSchedule ......................... 19

Maintanance ......................................... 19

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

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

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

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

Parts Ordedng ....................... Beck Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

tained, lubdcatod and tuned up accordingto 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 ofoperator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-

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

the owner's manual.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

service on your Craftsman ridingequipment 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 ridingequip-

ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty sew'mewill still be avail-

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

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

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

state.

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

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions,to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be 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 absolute-

ly necessary.Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before tuming.

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn offblades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• 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 trafficwhen operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do._t mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert tO the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and detedoraUon,

which could expose movingparts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

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

across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Avoid starting or stopping on aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

•Do not turnon slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

,ALook for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

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

TY IS iNVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

)ILTYPE SAE 3O

_,PI-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .030")

ALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004-.006

EXHAUST: .004-.006

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 5.8

(MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 16 AMPS @3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and =Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_,WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

•(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

(2) Screws

#10 x 5/8 i

(2) Weld Nuts ,-. (2) Lock

#1_ Washersi . #1o

(2) Washers L_

3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge _,..,

(3) Retainer Springs

(Double Loop)

(4) Retainer Springs

Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size

DSeat

Video

Cassette

Steering Wheel

Mulcher

Plate

Parts Bag

--...__

Manual

(_ (2) Washers 3/8

(2) Shoulder x 718 x 14 Ga.

Bolts

(2) Centerlock

(2) Keys Nuts (2) Gauge

Wheels

r''1% ,,

F(_ "_ _(2)Latch Hook

\ _ /Assemblies

t"'--_ z_(2) FrontLinkAseemblies

Steering

Wheel Insert Steering

Slope Sheet Sleeve

SteeringSleeve

Extension

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledat the factorywithexceptionof thosepartsleft

unassembledfor shippingpurposes.Toensuresafeand properoperationofyourtractor

all partsand hardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe corr,ecttools

as necessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthevieeocassetteoeloreyouoegin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

- A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) 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 posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and package materials.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

• 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 steer-

Jn_ 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 trac-

tor hood and g_ill.

I l *een0

Wheel Insert

__._ Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

_Large Flat

Washer

Steering

Steering Wheel

Wheel Adapter

Steering _Tabs

Sleeve I

Extension

%\**

Shaft

Steering

Sleeve

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that maypuncture tires

where tractor is to roll offskid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECKBATTERY

• Lifthoodto raisedposition

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY' in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for charg-

ing instructions).

.o't.'I .. *..

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

•Slide seat until a comfortable position is

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.

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.

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

Shoulder

Bolt

Flat Washer

Adjustment Knob

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway

bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to

left side of mower deck.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT:Checkbeltfor properrout-

ing in all mowerpulleygrooves. Install

beltinto electricclutchpulleygroove.

•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 counter-

clockwise until it stops.

•Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

• Place the left hand suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

• Slide left side of mower back and install

the unattached front link in top hole of

the left hand front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring

as shown.

•Place the right hand suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

Chassis

Shoulder Bracket

BoR

•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 suspen-

sion.

•Raise mower to highest position.

Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the

Operation section of this manual).

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See =TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

Suspension -'root

Arms Suspension

Double Loop

Retainer Spdng

(Inward pointing

_eckpins)

FrontMower

Gauge

Wheel

3/8 Washer 3/8-16

Center

Locknut

Use Pliers for

Retainer Springs

Double Loop

Retainer Sp_ng

Idler

Pulley Discharge Guard

Loop

Retainer Springs

NOTE:Pre-assembleweld nutto latch

hookby insertingweldnutfromthetop

withhookpointingdown.

•Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

right position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

.• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_.CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut Hook Points

Lock

Washer Latch

Weld Hook

Nut

Latch

Lock

Washer

Mulcher _=-----Screw

Plate

Deflector

Shield

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 tight-

ened securely.

/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overinflat-

ed at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (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 impor-

tant items:

•/Engine oil is at proper level.

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

lar unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls -their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

,/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions (See "TO

START ENGINE" and =PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of

this manual).

Latch

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwiththeproduct.

Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNmON CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(AutomaticModelsone/)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOUR

TRACTOR

Comparethe illustrationswithyourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwiththe locationsof

variouscontrolsandadjustments.Savethismanualfor future reference.

Ignition

Switch

Ught Switch

Position

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake

Attachment

Clutch Switch,

Lift Lever

Plunger

Lift Lever

Choke

Control

- Parking Brake

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Free Wheel

Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American

National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: 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.

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,

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 stan-

dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine is

running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

=BRAKE" positionand hold.

•Place parking brake lever in =EN-

GAGED" position and release pressure

from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in =BRAKE" position. Make sure

parking brake will hold tractorsecure.

Throttle Push-lnto AttachmentClutch

Control "Disengaged" Switch Pull Out To

_ "Engage_

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

Pedal=Drive. p_(_,_._i'o__''" "Engaged"

Posilion Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attach-

merit clutchswitch "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

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 -

NOTE: Failure to move throttle controlto

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

leavingtractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignitionswitch

in any positionother than =OFF" will cause

the battery to be discharged, (dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning"of grass. To eliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

stoppingtractor on grass areas.

_, CAUTION.'- Always stop tractor com-

pletely,as described above, before leaving

the operator's position;to empty grass

catcher, etc.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than fullthrot-

tle reduces the battery charging rate.

•Full throttleoffers the best bagging and

mower performance.

CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke controlwhenever you are start-

ing a coldengine. 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 withmotion 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 tum-

ing the height adjustment knob in

desired direction.

•Mov-th_hrottle control to slow Position. •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 mea-

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are

approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2.112 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 rela-

tively 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 condi-

tions.

•Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

flat level surface.

•Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See _'TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT _in the Operation section of

this manual).

•With mower in desired height of cut po-

sition, gauge wheels should be assem-

bled so they are slightly off the ground.

Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole

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

16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

•Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Mounting ,_

Bracket

3/8-16

Lockout Shoulder Bolt

3/8 Washer Gauge Wheel

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged-_vill shut off the engine.

•Select desired height of cut.

•Lower mower with attachment lift con-

trol.

• Start mower blades by engaging attach-

ment clutch control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES -disen-

,_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 start-

ing up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

if stoppingis absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quicldy to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not retum to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

io restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

•Make all tums slowly.

Attachment Clutch

Switch Pull Out To

=Engage"

Push In To_ _'_

=Disengage" "-_;)=

Attachment Lift Lever

High Position

/Low

,..._Positlon

/:/Discharge

3'\ Guard

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling posi-

tion. Freewheel control is located at the

rear drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•Remove retainer spring from freewheel

control rod.

• Push control rod in to disengage trans-

mission and reinsert retainer spring into

control rod hole now on back side of the

bracket.

Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

•To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mendedby and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy of

a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Unthread and remove oil fillcap/dip-

stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick

into the tube and rest oilfill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube. Be_moveand read oil level. If nec-

essary, 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 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

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures 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 emp-

tied before storage of 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let

it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional

information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

_k or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

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

gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

•Move attachment clutch to =DISEN-

GAGED" position.

°Move throttle control to fast position

•Pull choke control out for a cold engine

start attempt. For a warm engine start

attempt the choke control may not be

needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignitionand tum key

clockwise to =STAR'F positionand

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuouslyfor more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does notstart 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.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 °F

AND ABOVE)

•When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slight-

ly for afew seconds and then continue

to push the control in slowly.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° FAND

BELOW)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke

control in until the engine begins to run

smoothly. Continue to push the choke

control in small steps allowing the

engine to accept small changes in

speed and load, until the choke control

is fully in. If the engine starts to run

roughly, pull the choke control out slight-

ly for afew seconds and then continue

to push the control in slowly. This may

require an engine warm-up period from

several seconds to several minutes,

depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM-UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neu-

tral. Release the parking brake and

let the clutch/brake slowly return to

operating position.

•Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during the

engine warm up period.

•The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up and

may require the choke control be pulled

out slightly.

NOTE: Ahigh altitude (above 3000 feet)

or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the

carburetor fuel mixture may need to be

adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

ACAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the trans-

mission be purged before operating tractor

for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shippingof your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should our transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

•Place tractor safely on level surface with

engine off and parking brake set.

•Disengage transmission by placing free-

wheel control in freewheeling position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

tle control to slow position. With motion

control lever in neutral (N) position,

slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

•Move motion control lever to full forward

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Move lever to full reverse position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be

no movement of drive wheels. The air is

being removed from hydraulic drive sys-

tem.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position. Shut off engine and set parking

brake.

•Engage transmission by placing free-

whee/control in driving position (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in this section of

manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move throt-

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

motion control lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever for-

ward; after the tractor moves approxi-

mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion

control lever to reverse position. After

the tractor moves approximately five (5)

feet return the motion control lever to

the neutral (N) position. Repeat this pro-

cedure with the motion control lever

three (3) times.

•Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

,; Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cut-

ting.

•When mowing large areas, start by turn-

ing to the right so that clippings will dis-

charge away from shrubs, fences, drive-

ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left

hand turnS until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and possi-

ble fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave unde-

sirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the

mower the best cutting performance as

well as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachm_LnLbeing used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

•The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the

grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut-

ting action of the blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried and the newly cut area will not be

exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower cut-

ting height so that the mower cuts off

only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass condi-

tions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to

the first cut path.

•Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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

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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 91_

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N c_aonAir Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester V'

Replace Oil Filter (ff equipped) ._

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover eTie Rod Ball Joints

items that have been subjected to operator eSpindle _N_ _ _--_,S

abuse or negligence. To receive full value pindle Zerk

from the warranty, operator must maintain eFmnt_ _ _ eFront

tractor as instructed in this manual. Some Wheel -=U_JI"t r-W Wheel

adjustments will need to be made pedodi- Bearing -A _ _ L-- Bearing

cally to properly maintain your tractor. Zerk ._ _ _1,,,_ Zerk

All adjustn_ents in the Service and eSteedng_l _ J _1 _-- .

Adjustments section of this manual should Sector - _ I_I_ _P_ngme

be checked at least once each season. Gear Teeth _ _

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and [_t _ _i _

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

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

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

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

sysjg_!_s for proper operation, cants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the

Check for loose fasteners, life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubdcated, use only a dry, powdered

graphite type lubdcant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper-

forminganymaintenance.

BRAKEOPERATION

If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6)feet

stoppingdistanceat highspeedin highest

gear,thenbrakemustbeadjusted.(See

=TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

on page 5 of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure that operator presence and inter-

lock systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described

below, repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachment clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment dutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to allow

access to blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

•Install new or rasharpened blade with

trailirlt_'edge up towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

•Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Ec_gsUp Mandrel Assembly

(_Bl_de Center_

_Hgle /_J/

•_"-.Hex Bolt (Grade 8)*

•A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be

identifiedby six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

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

balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

•The blade canbe sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while it is on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

NOTE: Do not use 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 hori-

zontal position. If either end of the blade

moves downward, sharpen the heavy

end until the blade is balanced.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt

or Pin

Blade

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its

life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

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 ter-

minals can cause the battery to =leak"

power.

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plainwater 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 sec-

tion of this manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable,

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or wh_le the

transmission is hot.

• inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life_of-the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

6* 10' _o"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE

according to your expected operating tem-

perature.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip-

stick securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must 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 dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of

this manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is

tightened securely for accurate reading.

Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

Air Screen

Oil Drain_ _

Plug _

Oil FillCap/Dips_ck f _P"

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from over-

heating. Clean with a wire brush or com-

pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn

dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operatingthe enginewitha

blockedgrassscreen,dirtyorplugged

coolingfins, and/orcoolingshroudsre-

movedwillcauseenginedamagedueto

overheating.

AIR FILTER

Yourenginewill notrunproperlyusinga

dirtyairfilter. Cleanthefoampre-cleaner

afterevery25 hoursof operationorevery

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 pre-

cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

•Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover

and secure with knobs.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

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 cre-

ate 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 carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug

fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately w_pe up any spilled gaso-

line.

Cove_r_-__--_Cartridg e

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the elec-

trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure-

tor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine can result in a shortened engine

life.

_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

•Place attachment clutch in uDISENGAGED" position.

Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

Make sure moving parts completely stopped.

the blades and all have

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

in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

•Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

•Lower mower to its lowest position.

Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and disen-

gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

•Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

•Raise attachment lift to its highest posi-

tion.

Chassis

•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 INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in =INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

Suspension Adjustment Lift Front Mower

Unks Bracket

Nuts

Front nsion

Bracket

Retainer

Spring

Retainer

Springs

Front Mower

Bracket

Anti-Sway

Bar Retainer

Springs

TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). if tires are

over or underinflated, you will not 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.

•If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full tum of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16".

•Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom

Bottom of Cud

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so 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 adjust-

ments, check that beth front links are

equal in length.

i f/inks are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

To lower front of mower housing, loosen

nut =G" on both front links an equal

number 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.

•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.

Mandrel

Both F_

Length

Nut =H"_

Trunnion _ _ Nut "G"

ron

Links._-------

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

•Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

•Remove screws from left hand mandrel

cover and remove cover.

•Roll belt over the top of left hand man-

drel pulley.

•Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

Remove belt from idler pulleys.

Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck sur-

face.

Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

•Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri-

mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-

ing.

•Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

•Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri-

mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous-

ing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

•Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt

is in both belt keepers at the idlem as

shown.

Screws

Left Hand

Mandrel

Cover ,_

Left Hand "_

•Install new belt onto electric clutch pul-

ley.

•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.

Electdc

Clutch

Pulley

Idler

Pulleys

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 man-

drel cover and remove cover. Unhook

spring from bolt on mower housing.

•Carefully roll belt off right hand mandrel

pulley.

•Hemove belt from center mandrel pul-

ley, idler pulley, and left hand mandrel

pulley. . .

•Remove any dirt or grass wnicn may

have accumulated around mandrels and

eR_,e upper deck surface.

iheck secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely.

Be sure spring is hookedin secondary

idler 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.

_Make belt in all properly.

sure IS grooves

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 -iu

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

LeftHand Belt

Pulley

Secondar

Spdn!

Anti-Sway-Bar

Bracket

Mandrel

Cover

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

.The electric clutch should provide years of

service. The clutch has a built-in brake

that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.

Eventually, the 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/depart-

ment.

•Make sure attachment clutch and igni-

tion switches are in "OFF" position.

•Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot loca-

tions cut in the side of brake plate.

Rotor,__ Clutch Plate

F01=

Slot(3)_ _..../ I ,X

Nylon Locknut (3F Brake Plate

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

•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 authorizedser-

vice canter/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

Nut "A"

Jam Nut

)perating

Arm

engage.and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

TO REPLACE 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

TO ADJUST BRAKE .MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable BELT REMOVAL-

brake system which is mounted on the :° i_. ge parking brake (creates slack in

side of the transexle. °Remove belt from clutching and fan

ff tractor requires more than six (6) feet "

stopping distance at high speed in high-

est gear, then brake must be adjustedT..

•Depress clutch_reke pedal and engage

•parking brake.

Measure distance between brake oper-

ating 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'.

idler pulleys.

Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pul-

_Ymove belt from transaxle pulley.

Remove belt from engine pulley and

front V-idler pulley.

Pull belt out of all belt keepers and

remove from tractor.

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-

ers.

•Route belt on right side, coming from V-

idler, towards back of tractor, above

midspan belt keeper and to top of

transaxle pulley.

.• Route belt on left side, coming from

engine pulley, towards back of tractor

and through loop in midspan belt keep

er.

•Place V part of bolt into grooves on

transaxle and fan idler pulleys, making

sure to route bolt inside of all belt keep-

ers.

•Retighten belt keeper above transaxle

pulley.

•Place belt around clutching idlers as

shown, making sure to route belt inside

of all belt keepers.

•Check to be sure bolt is positioned cor-

rectly and is on proper side of all belt

keepers.

•Reinstall mower.

IMPORTANT: Chock brake adjustment.

TractorV-Belt Ddve Schematic

Viewed from L.H. Side of Tractor

• Belt Transaxle

Engine Clutching Idler Keeper

Pulley Clutching Rat Idler_

Above Belt

Belt Keepers JBelt Fan

f,_ Engine / Kee_r Idler

_J_p_- V-d er

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 trac-

tor by turning ignition key to "OFP posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

ihile holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut

Tight¢n Iocknut 1/4 tum.

Whi-ileholding Iocknut, tighten jam nut

securely.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to

move the motion control lever becomes

too excessive, reverse the above adjust-

ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4

turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and

repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal

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.

Locknut

_"._Jam Nut

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not hori-

zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-

tioned straight ronsard, remove steering.

wheel and reassemble per instructions in

the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper

steering operation. Toe-in was set at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. If parts in the front axle or steering

mechanism have been replaced or dam-

aged, chock toe-in and adjust if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN

•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'.

TO ADJUST TOE-IN

• Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves

on tie rod.

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

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

•Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred to

affect the front wheel camber, contact your

nearest authorized service center/depart-

ment.

AdjustmentSleeves

JamNuts

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL

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 ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-

TERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from batter-

ies. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BA'n'ERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

If =jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATT2k_H JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect e,_ch and of the RED cable to

the POS; rIVE (+) terminal of each bat-

tery, takin0 care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to

the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

•Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND

away from fue tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both battedes.

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

BoltL'H"P_

REPLACING BATTERY

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•Lift hood to raised position.

• Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully remove

battery from tractor.

•Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

•Reinstall terminal guard.

•First connect RED battery cable to posi-

tive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt

and keps nut as shown. Tighten secure-

ly.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

"13ghten

securely.

• Close terminal access doors.

•Close hood.

Terminal

Access

Door,%

Positive

Cable

Guard Negative

Black)

Cable

TO REPLACEHEADLIGHTBULB

•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 dia-

gram 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 manufac-

turer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST ATI'ACHMENT LIFT

SPRING

•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 bush-

in a..

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum

spring tension when using light attach-

ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever

spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not

overpower spring. When removing attach-

ment, always adjust spring tension to its

lowest position.

Adjustment Bolt

Bushing

_.ttachment

Lift Spdng

• • 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.

Hood

Headlight

Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair,or replacement of the

emission controldevices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

road engine repair establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

tureCsservice outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

•Check that swivel is against side of

quarter circle. If it is not, loosen cable

clamp screw and pull cable back until

swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten

cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

•Remove air cleaner cover, filter and car-

tridge plate to expose carburetor choke

(see "AIR FILTER" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

•Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. _ghten casing clamp screw se-

curely.

•Reassemble air cleaner.

ClampScrew-_

Quarter.CircleLI"_ \ I

Lever

Screw

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-

sary. However, minor adjustment may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, 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 (counter-

clockwise) 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.

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.

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 posi-

tion, hold throttle lever against idle

speed screw and adjust idle speed

screwto obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

•While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, tum idle mixture

screw in(clockwise) until.engine begins

to die and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) until engine runs rough. Turn

screw to a point midway between those

two positions.

•Continue to hold throttle lever against

idle speed screw and adjust idle speed

screw to obtain 900 to 1200 RPM. Re-

lease throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,

turn idle mixture screw out (counter-

clockwise) 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.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-govemed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department, which has

proper equipment and experience to make

any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

Screw

_ldle Mixture

._Screw

Throttle Lever

Idle Speed

Throttle

Screw

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

,_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside abuilding

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor-

ing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. This will allow you to clean it thor-

oughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,

etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See =CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this man-

ual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolls and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

=TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS"_in=the Maintenance section of

this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cableSdisconnect-

ed and place cables where they cannot

come in contact with battery terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

•Drain the fuel tank.

•Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

altamative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbure-

tor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See =ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Turn ignition key to =START:'. position for

a few seconds to distribute oil.

•Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to

rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will

cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe, which allows condensation to

form and cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

Will notstart

Hard to start

Engine will notturn

over

Engine clicks but will

not start

CORRECTION

•Out of fuel.

•Engine not =CHOKED" prop- *

erly.

•Engine flooded.

•Bad spark plug. *

•Dirty air filter. *

•Dirty fuel filter. •

•Water in fuel. *

•Loose or damaged wiring. •

•Carburetor out of adjustment, •

•Engine valves out of adjust- I *

ment. I

•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 adjust- •

menL

• 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_ solenoidor starter.

•Faulty operator presence *

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery. •

•Corroded battsryterminais. *

•Loose or damaged widng. °

•Faulty solenoidor starter. *

Fillfuel tank.

See =TOSTART ENGINE" in

Operation secfion.

Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

Replace spark plug.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refilltank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

Check all wiring.

See =ToAdjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized service

center.

Clean/replace air filter.

Replace spark plug.

Recharge or replace battery.

Replace fuel filter.

Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

Check all wiring.

See =ToAdjust Carburetor"in

Service and Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized service

center.

Depress dutch/brake pedal.

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.

Recharge or replace battery.

Clean battery terminals.

Check ell wiring.

Check/reptace solenoid or

starter.

PROBLEM

Loss of power

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE

• Cuffing too much grass/too

fasL

•Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

•Build-up of grass, leaves and

CORRECTION

•Set in "Higher Cut" posi-

tion/reduce speed.

•Adjust throttle control.

•Clean underside of mower hous-

trash under mower.

•Dirty air tilter.

• Low oil leveVdirtyoil.

•Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

•Spark plug wire loose.

•Dirty engine air screen/fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

ing.

*Clean/replace air filter.

•Check oil leveVchange oil.

•Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

•Replace fuel tilter.

•Drain fuel tank and refillwith

fresh gasoline.

•Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refilltank with fresh gasoline and

replace fuel filter.

•Connect and tighten spark plug

wire.

•Clean engine air screen/fins.

•Clean/replace muffler.

•Check all widng.

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with at-

tachment clutch

engaged

Poor diJt- uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Carburetor out of adjustmenL

Engine valves out of adjust-

ment.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged part(s).

Faulty operator-safety pres-

ence control system.

•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,

•Obstruction in clutch mecha-

nism.

•Wom/damaged mower drive

bell

•See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

•Contact an authorized service

center.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Tighten loose part(s). Replace

damaged parts.

•Check widng, switchesand con-

nections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized

service center/

departmenL

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower hous-

ing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to open

vent holes.

•Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower drive belt.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

Mower blades will not

rotate (cont'd)

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not work-

iing (if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss ofdrive

Engine =backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

• Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

•Engine speed too slow.

• 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.

•Switch is "OFF".

•Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Blown fuse.

• Bad batterycell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty altemator.

•Freewheel control in =disen-

gaged" position.

•Motion ddve belt worn, dam-

aged or broken.

I- Air trapped in transmission

dudng shipment

or servicing.

•Engine throttle control not set

at "SLOW" positionfor 30 sec-

onds before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

• Replace idlerpulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Place throttlecontrol in =FAST"

position.

•Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before mow-

ing.

•Level mower deck.

•Checktires for properalr pres-

sure.

•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'.

•Replace bulb(s).

•Check/replace lightswitch.

•Check wiringand connections.

•Replace fuse.

•Replace battery.

•Check/clean all connections.

•Replace regulator.

•Replace alternator.

•Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

•Replace motion ddve belt.

•Purge transmission.

•Move throttle controlto "SLOW"

position and allow to idle for 30

seconds before stopping

engine.

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273041

SCHEMATIC

RED

IBAITERY

IGNITION SWITCH

It SEATSWtTCH

.... D_j (NOTOCCUPIED)

PTO _........ ,

SOLENOID

i..... .

iSTARTLER

..... J

FUELt

iUNE

........ I

FUELSHUT-OFFSOLENOID

RELAY

ELECTRICCLUTCH

,_ 861

I I

OPERATORPRESENCE

RELAy#1

_) SPARK

IGNITION PLUGSGAP

UNIT (2 PLUGS ON

' "PNINCYL. ENGINES)

Cm,RSINGSy'&"Fk_C_JTR_r

(_ REGULATOR

_CIRCUITH_/_

OFF C+O_B+

ON C+ FIB+ E,A+D HEADLIGHTS

GFC

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS HR

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144926 Battery

2 74760412 BoltHex Head 114-20x 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Buttery

10 145211 Bolt 1/4.20 x 7.5 Zinc

11 150109 Hold downBattery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon1/4'

16 153664 SwitchInterlockPush-In

19 STD551125 Washer,Lock 114

20 73350400 Nut, Jam Hex 1/4.20

21 161785 Hameas Headlight

22 4152J Bulb Light

24 4206.1 Cable, Battery

25 146149 Cable, Buttery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC

28 4207J Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch,Plunger

30 163968 Switch, Ign

33 140403 Key, Ignition

40 164417 Harness Ign.

41 17720408 Screw 1/4.20 x 1/2

42 131563 Cover,Terminal

43 145673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

50 154963 Switch, PTO

70 164767 Hamess, Engine BS/IntekVGT

81 109748X RelayAsm.

83 163996 BulbholderAsm IncandescentSV

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 56 154914

2 140506 Drawbar,Gt 58 137113

4 738(X)700 Nut, LockHex 7/16Unc 60 17490620

5 163976 Dash 63 19131614

6 157882 DashAsm., LowerVGT 68 17490508

7 177204_ Screw,ThdCut 1/4-20xl/2 70 137159

8 145166 Support,Dash 1-Pc.Battery 84 142992

14 161023X558 HoodAsm. 86 74760716

15 160568 Lene,Asm Headlight 90 11050600

16 121794X Cover,/_cass

17 17490612 Surew, Thdrol 3/6-16x3/4 91 156586

18 160564X558 Grille Stealth 95 105531X

19 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ca. 86 140503

20 74760616 BolLFinHex 3/8-16xl 99 140871

21 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3i8-16 Unc 100 124236X

23 17490616 Screw,Thdrol 3/6-16 x 1 TY-TT 101 17490628

24 145243X558 Footrest,RH LT/YT/GT 95 102 STD624003

28 145244X558 Footrest,LH LT/YT/GT 95 103 142273

30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 1995 106 138776

31 161419 Bracketsupport 1-pcVGT 120 19131616

Steedng 122 161464

32 161327 BracketPivot ChassisLh 130 17521312

33 161326 BracketPivot Chassis Rh

34 142131 Bracket, Engine Support 138 163975X428

35 19111116 Washer 11/32x11/16x 16Ga. 139 161330

36 74780512 Bolt, FinHex 5/16-18x3/4 140 163806

37 163982X558 Fender 141 163805

39 136961 Bracket,Axle Front 142 161897

40 156111 Bracket, SupportAxle/Engine 144 161900

42 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 146 161576

43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn FrontLh 147 162967

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn FrontRh 148 164655

45 154913 BracketAsm., Susp Chassis Rh 150 161237

47 17490608 ScrewThdro_ 3/8-16xl/2

50 152729 Bracket, Chassis Front

52 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

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 SkidChassis

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 5/16-18 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: Allcomponentdimsr_oos givenin U.S. inches

1inch = 25A mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

GROUNDDRIVE

112 100

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 70 164892

3 7563R Washer,Thrust,AxJe 71 151179

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

6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 73 74490548

7 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 74 142432

9 140080 Bolt,Hub 76 140481

15 STD551037 Washer 13i32x13/16x16Ga. 77 74760716

17 140921 Spdng 79 72110505

20 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Taplock1/2-20 80 140484

22 156103 ArmAsmShltt 81 17490612

23 130564 Knob 82 150586

28 STD541237 Nut 83 140479

29 140494 Brake, Rod 84 140490

30 19131616 Washer 13/32x 1 x16Ga. 85 17541020

33 12(XX)053 RingE 86 140462

34 124236X Cap, Plunger 87 140491

35 137648 Rod, ParkingBrake 88 161592

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground 89 73680700

37 121749X Washer 25/32x1-1/4x16Ga. 90 140489

38 150035 Nyliner 91 17490644

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

40 5304J Actuator,InterlockSwitch 93 140502

41 73661000 Top Lock #10-24 94 133835

42 8883R Cover, Pedal 96 141103

45 145170 Retainer,Spdng 98 141004

47 138228 Clutch Rod 99 17490624

48 72110612 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 100 126881X

Gr. 5 101 156106

50 131494 Pulley,Idler, Flat 104 140480

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

52 139123 Pulley,Idler,Grooved 106 142918

53 207J Washer, Hardened 107 154739

54 161590 Clutch,Ann Assembly 108 142917

55 105706X Bearing, Idler

56 140218 V-Belt 109 140929

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

61 140488 Puney,Transaxle 112 156104

64 154752 Shaft, ClutctvBrakePedal 113 73220700

65 67609 Bolt,Shoulder 115 123405X

66 140296 Washer, Hardened 116 73900500

67 - /9131312 Washer, Rat 117 73900600

68 5142H Pin, Roll -- 163198

89 123800X Washer

DESCRIPTION

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

BracketTorqueRH

Screw "l_:Iral3/8-18 x 3/4

BracketMountTorque/Fan

StrapTorqueMid

Spacer

Screw #10-24 x 1-1/4

Fen 7" Hydro

AdapterFan

Pulley Idler

Nut Crownlock7/16-14 Unc

Keeper Belt

Screw Thdrol3/8-16 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

WasherCompression

WasherBelMne

BracketIdler

ScrewTap 1/4-20 x 1/2

O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 70110

Line Fuel Hydro 15"VGT

CapAsm Vent HydroGear

70109

Spring ReturnBrake

Spacer ShiftLeverVGTH

Washer NylonHigh Temp

Nut-Hex ASF 7/16-14 UNC

Keeper BeltT/A Gnd Dr

Nut Lock Hex Range 5/16-18

NuL Lock Rg. 3/8-16

Transaxle(See Breakdown)

HydroGear 222-3010L

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

STEERINGASSEMBLY

••_ • )

•--_ I

21 '

It,/,¢ iII

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

I 159944X428

2 137094

3 6855M

4 101849

5 161848

6 6266H

7 121748X

8 12000029

9 121232X

10 74781044

11 136518

12 73901000

13 121749X

14 STD55t137

15 STD541537

16 145103

17 137347

18 137155

19 156011

20 163887

21 159945

22 155105

23 152927

25 74780616

26 159946X428

27 3366R

28 17490612

29 104239X

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 74760512

35 138059

36 137156

37 7336O6OO

38 1(_)850X

39 73700600

40 109651X

41 155246

42 17490508

44 160135

45 19132411

DESCRIPTION

Wheel, Steering

AxleAsm., Front

Fitting, Grease

SpindleAsm, LH

SpindleAsm., RH

Bearing,Race ThrustHarden

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

Ring,K]ip#T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

Bolt,Rn Hex 5/8-11 x2-3/4

Spacer Baadng AxleFront

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

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

Washer, LockHvy HJclSpr 3/8

Nut, LockCenter 3/8-24 UNF

ShaftAsm., Steering

Rod Asm., "ReBall J BallVgt (Ir_ Key No. 36-40)

Draglink,BallJointSolidVgt

SupportAsm., SteedngVgt

Boot,Steering

Adapter,Wheel Steedng

Bushing,Strg. BIk

Screw

Bolt,F3nHex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing,Coi.S_g.

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

Beadng,Flange

Ring, KlipTruarc#5304-75

Bushing,NylinerSnap

Washer 11/32x I x 10 Ga.

Washer,LockHvy Hld Spr 5/16

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

Gear, SectorSteering

"heRod

Jam NUtRH Thread

JointAsm. Ball RH Thread

Jam NUt LH Tlvead

JointAsm. Ball LH Thread

BracketSwitch InterlockVGT 97

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

Extension,Steering

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

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25A mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

18 15 17

16 39

32 29

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

KEY PART

NO. NO.

I .......

2 161062

5 13200300

7 151396

8 121361X

9 150828

10 105432X

11 140923

12 1439S6

15 151346

16 109227X

17 106082X

18 161493

19 13290300

20 164067

21 17521312

22 164068

24 STD551237

25 73920600

26 3645J

27 139277

28 7834R

29 132920

32 17490508

33 STD551437

35 10040500

37 123487X

38 74780624

39 17490636

40 17490664

41 126197X

42 STD551143

43 150280

45 128861

47 142040

48 19132007

51 161064

54 19131414

55 13280336

65 191316147

69 165391

74 162295

75 163776

76 1749O612

79 71070512

DESCRIPTION

Engine (See Breakdown)B &S40TF/7-0122-E1

MufflerSide 1-1/8"

Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 -18 NPT

MulflerAsm Guard

PulleyV-Idler

Belt Engine KeeperAsmVGT 96

Bushing

ClutchElectric

Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96

Pad Spacer

Cap Fuel 5-1/2" VentedCov.

Plug Oil Drain(Order FromEngine Manufacturer)

ControlThrottle

Screw SLTD Hex Hd w/Pin Washer

ControlChoke

LockwasherExt Tooth3/8

Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF

Bushing

Stem TankFuel

Fuel Une

SparkArresterKit

Screw Thdrol5/16-18 x 1/2

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

Washer LockHvy HLCL 5/16

Clamp Hose

Bolt FinHex 3/8 -16x 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 Pipe4-1/2

Washer 13/82 x I x 14Ga+

Gasket Muffler

ElbowStreet Brass

ShieldHeat intek

Screw TIxIrol3/8-16 x 3/4

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-16 x3/4

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 rein

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273042

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRII:_'ION NO. NO.

I 140124 Seat 13 121248X

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 14 72050412

3 140675 Strap, Fender 15 121249X

4 127018X Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 16 123740X

5 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 17 123976X

6 STD541437 Nut, Crownlcok 3/6-16 Unc 18 19171912

7 124181X Spring,Seat Cprsn 19 120068X

8 150176 Bolt 5/16-18Uncx3/4wiSems 20 124238X

10 155925 Pan, Seat 21 1532"36

12 121246X Bracket, MountingSwitch 22 STD541431

DESCRIPTION

Bushing,Snap

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

Spacer,Split

Spdng,Cprsn

Nut, Lock I14 Lge Fk3Gr. 5

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

Knob, Seat 1/2-13 Unc

Cap, SpringSeat

Bclt,Shoulder 5/16-18

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

NOTE: NI componentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches

1 inch= 25A mm

DECALS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

2O 24

--23

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 164094

3 163916

4 163917

5 140837

6 133644

9 163204

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146790

13 163257

14 160397

16 163230

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal, Dash 17 165407

Decal. Hood, Craftsman, RH 18 164065

Decal, Hood, Craftsman,LH 19 138047

Decal, Brake ParkingSaddle 20 149516

Decal, Maintenance 22 142342

Decal, Fender,Craftsman 23 1G6202X

Decal, Fender, Danger 24 163203

Decal, Clutch/Brake - - 138311

Decal, V-BeltDdve Schematic

Decal, Dash Phi - - 157199

Decal, V-BeltSchematic - - 166190

Decal, FenderAuto -- 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)

WHEELS & TIRES

410

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap, Valve, Tin)

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106228X427 RimAssembly,Front

4 8134H Tube, Front(Service Item Only)

5106230X Tire, Front

6 278H F_ng, Grease

7 90401-1 Bearing,Flange(FrontWheel

only)

8 104757X Hub Cap, Axle

9 105588)( Tire Rear

10 7154J Tube, Rear (san'ice Item Only)

11 106277X427 RimAssembly,Rear

12 6856191 F_ng, Grease

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

NOTE: AJIcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

1 insh=25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

LIFTASSEMBLY

43 38

4 72

"_1123

23 _,

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X RodAsm., Lever

2 159187 SheftAsm., Uft Vgt

3 159189 LeverAsm., LiftRh

4 12000022 E-RingTruarc #5133-87

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

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

7125631X Grip, Handle Ruted

8 122365X Button,Plunger

9 122364X Plunger,Button

10 2876H Spring 2-1/8"

11 146704 LinkLift

12 163552 Retainer,Spdng

13 139868 Arm, SuspensionVgt

14 140302 Beadng

15 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

16 674A247 SpringAsm., AssistLift

17 STD541237 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16Unc

18 143363 Bracket, SpringAssist

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

20 5328J Bolt, AdjustSpringAssist

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

22 127218 Unk, Front

23 STD624008 Retainer,Spring

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

25 130171 Trunnion

26 73680800 Nut, Crownlcok1/2-13 Uric

29 150233 Trunnion,InfinHeight

30 110807X Nut, Special

31 19131016 Washer 13/32x5i8x16Ga.

32 137150 Spring, CompressionInfHgt

33 STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32x 1/2

34 137167 Rnd,AdjUft

35 138057 Knob, lnf 3/8-16Unc

38 155097 Pointer,HeightIndicator

39 123935X Plug, Hole

40 17490512 Borew Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x3/4

41 73540600 Nut, C_ 3/8-24

42 19112410 Washer 11i32x1-1!2x10Ga.

43 123934X Scale, IndicatorHeight

70 1452.12 NUtHex FlangeLock

72 110452X NUtPush Phos& Oil

NOTE: Allcomponentdimeneionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

MOWERDECK

>30

118 117

21 22

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 164210

3 138457

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 85O857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 163819

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X

16 140329

18 72140505

19 132827

20 145055

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 149287

26 110452X

27 157788

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153531

33 137266

34 144945

35 17490628

36 STD551037

37 131494

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

DeckAsm., Mower 46" 38 156_86

BmcketAsm., Sway Bar 39 144917

RetainerSpring 40 137273

Ann, Suspension,Rear (Sway

Bar) 41 17490620

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

Gr. 8 42 122052X

Washer, LockHW., Unplated 43 144949

3/8 44 133943

Washer, Hard Blade,Mower 45 145059

Vented 46 137729

Blade, 46" Mower Deck 47 144959

Bearing,Ball, Mandrel #6204 48 148763

ShaftAsm. w/Lower Bearing 49 STD541437

(IncludesKey No. 12) 50 72110612

Housing, Mandrel

Bearing,Ball,Mandrel 51 153390

Stripper,Mower Round 52 156493

Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 72 19131616

Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 101 145579

5/16-18 102 71161010

Baftle,VortexMower 46" 103 STD551110

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 104 19061216

Stiffener,Bracket 105 160793

Bracket,Deflector 106 2029J

Cap, Sleeve 116 137644

Spdng,Torsion,Deflector 117 133957

Nut, Push 118 73930600

Shield,DeflectorMower 119 19121414

Washer 11/32xS/8x16Ga. 126 144948

Rod,Hinge 127 146763

Screw ThdrotWasher Head

Washer, Spacer Mower 128 19132203

Vented -- 143651

Pulley,Mandrel

Nut, Rg.Top Lock Cnl_. 9/16

Anchor,Spdng Deck 46" -- 166222

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

Tytt

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16

Ga.

Pulley,Idler,Flat

DESCRIPTION

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Pulley, Idler,Driven

Spdng, Secondary44/46/50

Vent

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

Tytt

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, IdlerSecondary

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

(IncludesKey Nos. 6-10, 12-

15, 31 and 33)

Deck Complete (Std. Dock-

Order separately mulcher

plate and gauge wheelcom-

ponents Key Nos. 101-106

and 116-118)

NOTE:AircomponentdimensionsgivenInU.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 KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 164591 Assembly,Housing,LH 72 153767

2 164592 Assembly,Housing,RH 73 142904

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

16 142876 BrakeShaftAseambly 76 142907

20 142677 Axle MountingHomAssembly 77 142908

21 142878 Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x .08 78 142909

22 142879 Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09 79 153768

33 142929 BrakeYokeAssembly 81 142910

35 142880 BrakeArm 82 142911

36 142882 Puck Plate 89 142912

37 142883 Brake Puck 91 153769

38 142884 Washer 7/80.D. x 7/16 x .060 95 142914

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

40 142886 CotterPin 103 142916

41 142887 BrakeActuatJngPin 104 142917

42 142888 Hi Pro Key 106 142918

43 142889 Spacer 108 142919

45 142890 Brake Disc 109 142920

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

47 142892 Bolt 1/4-20 x I 111 150820

49 153766 DifferentlalAseambly 112 150823

63 142894 Dowel Pin 113 150821

64 1.50818 ReductionGear, 117 150822

14 Teethto 38 Tee_ 123 156824

65 142897 Flnal Drive PinionAssembly 124 150825

67 142898 Jackshaft 129 153771

68 142899 O-Ring

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

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

71 142902 Bott,Hex 5/16-18x3.5

DESCRIPTION

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 x4-1/2

Filter,Spin On

Pump, BDU-10L-122

Plug, StraightThread

601 7/18 SAE x 5/16 Firdng

Washer

Vent Cap Assembly

FittingO-Ring Assembly

ControlArm

Set Screw

FilterHead

Hose 1/2"

RUing, 1/2" Beaded90 i 7/8 SAE

Fitting, 1/2"Beaded 601 9/16

Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90 i 9/16

O Ring

PinchClamp

Spdng, Long

Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. Inchea

1 inch= 25A mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

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

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144569 Shaft, Pump

2 122716X Ring, Retaining

3 122745X Beadng, Ball

4 122715)( Spacer

5 122700X Seal, Up

6 122699X Ring. Retaining

8 122767X Beadng, Cradle

12 122717X Seal, Lip

13 122748X Arm,Trunnion

14 122749X Guide, Slot

15 144571 Housing_Transmission

17 122770X Bearing,Theist, Bali

19 153801 Center SectionKit

21 122722X Seal, Up

22 144573 Shaft, Motor

23 142978 Washer,BlockThrust

25 127148X Swashplate,Variable

32 142938 BlockAseambly

37 122786X Pin, Stainless,Headless

38 122718X Gasket, Center Sec_on

42 144578 Check ValveKit

43 144578 Check Valve Kit

44 144579 Charge ReliefKit

47 122752X Screw,SocketHead, Cap

53 127153X BypassValve Kit

60 142977 BlockSpring

62 144581 O-Ring

63 144582 Charge Pump K'_

64 144583 GerotorAssembly

67 144584 Screw,SocketHead, Cap

- - 153769 PumpAssembly,Complete

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

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

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BRIGGS& STRA'R'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER407777,TYPENUMBER0122-E1

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116C

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

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

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 499584 CylinderAssembly 116A 690988 "4 O-Ring, FuelTransferTube

2 499585 Bushing,Cylinder 116B 690589 * Seal, O-Ring (Og Pump Cover)

3 690926 * Seal, Oil 116C 691031 * Seal, O-Ring (DipsUck)

4 690069 Sump, Engine 116D 691032 " Seal, O-Ring (Oil FilITube)

5 499587 Head, CylinderNo. 1 117 690232 ¥Jet, Main (Standard)

5A 499595 Head, CylinderNo. 2 119 690990 ¥Screw,Phillips

6 690097 Washer, Rat 119A 690991 Screw, Phillips

7 690962 "" Gasket,CylinderHead 119B 690992 Screw, Phillips

8 499601 BreatherAssembly 119C 690720 Screw, Phillips

9 690937 °Gasket, Breather 121 499811 CarburetorOverhaul Kit

10 691003 Screw, Hax 122 690952 Spacer,Carburetor

11 690942 Tube, Breather 125 499804 Carburetor

12 690945 ° Gasket, Crankcase 130 690993 Valve,Throttle

13 690360 Screw, CylinderHead (3-9/16") 131 499805 Shaft,Throttle

15 690946 Plug, Oil Drain 133 499806 Roat, Carburetor

16 691046 Crankshaft 135 499803 Tube, FuelTransfer

20 690947 ° Seal, Oil 137 690994 _Gasket, FloatBowl

22 690308 Screw, Crankcase Cover 141 499807 Shaft, Choke

23 691053 Flywheel 142 499808 ¥Nozzle, Carburetor

24 690974 Key,Rywheel 146 94388 Key,_ming

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

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

499590 PistonAssembly(.020"O.S.) 163 691001 _" Gasket,AJrCleaner

499591 PistonAssembly (.030"O.S.) 176 691033 Screw, T-30

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

499605 RingSet, Piston(.010"O.S.) (CutTo RequiredLength)

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

499607 RingSeL Piston(.030"O.S.) 188 691058 Screw, Hex

27 690975 Lock,PistonPin 190 690953 Screw, TorxHex

28 499582 PinAssembly,Piston 192 6,90083 Adjustor,RockerArm

29 499583 RodAsasmb_y,Coneacting 195 690954 Nlpple,OilFdtor

32 690976 Screw,ConnectingRod 209 690018 Spdng, Governor

33 499596 Valve, Exhaust 211 690019 Spring, GovernedIdle

34 499597 Valve, Intake 212 691020 Unk, Throttle

35 690963 Spring, Valve 213 691021 Bracket,Choke Control

40 690964 Retainer,Valve 216 691022 Link, Choke

42 499586 Keeper Valve 219 394348 Gear, Governor

45 690977 Tappet, Valve 220 690412 Washer,Tlvuet

46 - 690978 Gear, Cam 222 691023 Plata, GovernorControl

50 690948 Manifold,Intake 227 691048 LeverAseambly,Governor

51 690949 "¥" Gasket, Carb. MounlJng RPM Settings: Low:.1750-1950

51A 690950 _Gasket, IntakeManifold H'_h: 3200-3400

53 690951 Stud,Cad). Mounting

73 691055 Screen, RotaUng induded inGasket Set, Part Number499889

75 691056 Washer,Spring ¥ includedinCarburetorUt,PartNumber499811

78 691057 Screw, Too( Includedin Carburetor Gasket Set, Part

87 690657 * Seal, GovernorShaft Number499690

89 690238 Plug, Og Includedin Valve Oved_aulGasket Set, Part

95 690718 Screw,Slotted Number499890

98 499602 Sorew,ldta Speed

102 690234 "4 Gasket, Plate NOTE: Allcom__givenl_U.S.ind_es

104 690984 ¥Pin, FloatHinge 1 inch=25.4mm

105 690985 _ Valve, Nead_e

108 6_986 Valve, Choke

110 _'6-91261 Washer

116 690987 "4 O-Ring,SolenoidRetainer

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042

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

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

240 691035

252 690956

256 690957

258 691003

265 691024

277 691029

304 691004

305 691005

309 691262

310 691263

311 691264

332 690059

333 691060

334 691061

337 691043

351 691044

355 690997

358 499889

363 691062

383 69O966

387 691034

445 691007

467 691008

474 691063

482 691183

510 497606

523 691036

525 691037

544

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

Fdter,Fuel 80_ Housing,Starter

Element, Breather (Service with499529 Starter

Retainer, Element Metor)

Screw, Hex 823 690960 Screw,Hex

Clamp, Casing 847 499602 Dipsltck/TubeAssembly

Nut, Hex 851 691234 Terminal,IgnitionCable

Housing, Blower 855 691011 Adepter,Air

Screw, He)( 865 691012 Cover,AirGuide

Motor, Starter 865A 691013 Cover, Air Guide

Screw, Hex 865B 691015 Cover, Air Guide

BrushSet 868 690968 "- Seal, Valve

Nut, Flywheel 871 690969 Bushing,Guide

Armatura, Magneto 878• 691237 Wire, Alternator

Screw, Armature Mounting 881 690999 Plate, Cover

Spark Plug 883 690970 "- Casket, Exhaust

Screw, Hex 918 691040 Hose,Vacuum

_'- Washer, Seal 947 499809 Solenoid,Fuel

Gasket Set 965 499e13 Cover, OUPump

Flywheel, Puller 967 691016 Filter,Pre-Cleanar

Wrench, Spark Ping 9_8 499788 Cover, AirCleaner

Pump, Fuel 975 499810 Bowl,Float

Cartridge,Air Cleaner 977 499812 Casket Set, Carburetor

Nut, AirCleacer 987 691000 _- SeaI, ThrottleShaft

Alternator 1005 691243 Fan, Flywheel

Screw, Hex 1006 691247 Retainer,Fan

Ddve, Starter 1017 690770 Screen, Oil Pump

Dipstick,Oil 1019 690103 LabelKit

Tube, Oil Fill 1022 690971 "- Casket, RockerCover

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

(Service with499529 Starter 1023A 499600 Cover, Rocker(CyLNo, 2)

Motor) 1024 499_54 Pump, Oil

Bushing,GovernorCrank 1026 690981 Rod, Push (Stea_)

Bushing,Governor Crank 1026A 690982 ROd,Push (Aiuminum)

Screw, Hex 1027 690041 Filter,Oil

Bolt,Carriage 1029 690972 Arm, Rocker

Plate, Black 1033 499890 Valve OverhaulKit

Nut, Hex 1035 691042 Shaft, Oil Pump

Nut, Hex 1036 499783 LabelKit,Emission

Clamp, Fuel Une 1058 273694 Ownar_ Manual

Retainer, Governor 1090 691293 Retainer,Brush

Retainer, Governor 1100 690973 Pivot, RockerArm

Retainer 2500 407777,0027 Replacement Engine

Crank, Governor 2500 I_11_1 Short Block

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

Washer, Rat High: 32(X)-3400

Boot, Spark Plug

Spacer Includedin Gasket Set, Part Number499889

Clip, Hose ¥Includedin CarburetorLit,Part Number 499811

Dowel, Sleeve Includedin CarburetorCasket Set, Part

Gear, Ring Number 499890

Screw, Torx" Includedin Valve Overhaul Gasket Set, Part

Gear, "timing Number 499890

Gear, Starter

Bracket, Pump NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches

Hamuss, Wiring 1 inch=25.4 mm

Cap, Drive

Cap, End

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

,,.,,,,

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15" MAX.

I_1) Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

For 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 a

domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7274)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a

domicllio- 1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and

Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours aday, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information:

•Product Type •Part Number

•Model Number •Part Description

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