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Owner's Manual

£RI:IFTSMAN+

22.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.273080

EZ 3

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

This product has alow emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am -5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179

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

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

SafetyRules.........................................3

ProductSpecifications..........................5

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

Operation............................................13

MaintenanceSchedule......................20

Maintenance.......................................20

ServiceandAdjustments....................24

Storage...............................................32

Troubleshooting.................................33

RepairParts........................................38

PartsOrdering.....................BackCover

LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENTPARTS

Fortwo(2)yearsfromthedateofpurchase,ifthisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedandtunedupaccordingtotheinstructionsintheowner's

manual,Searswillrepairorreplace,freeofcharge,anypartsfoundtobedefectivein

materialorworkmanship.Warrantyserviceisavailablefreeofchargebytakingyour

CraftsmanridingequipmenttoyournearestSearsServiceCenter.In-homewarranty

serviceisavailablebutatripchargewillapply.Thiswarrantyappliesonlywhilethis

productisintheUnitedStates.

ThisWarrantydoesnotcover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduringnormaluse,suchasblades,spark

plugs,aircleaners,beltsandoilfilters.

• Tirereplacementorrepaircausedbypuncturesfromoutsideobjects,suchasnails,

thorns,stumps,orglass.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseofoperatorabuse,includingbutnotlimitedto,damage

causedbytowingobjectsbeyondthecapabilityoftheridingequipment,impacting

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

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

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

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

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

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This Warranty gives you specific legal 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

IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of dding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury,

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 ob-

stacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine,

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on aslope, if

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do notturn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Donotusegrasscatsheronsteep

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 turn machine off if

children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously iniured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching

blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other

objects that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to ¢ool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run amachine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regulerl

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves,

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fu_

spillage. Allow machine to cool befor

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if yo_

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subje

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequent

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, an

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 carr,j passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if chil-

dren 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 rooks, tre

limbs, at(:.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine. Taft grass can hide obstacles,

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that yOUwill not have to stop or sl_

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do notturn on slopes unless neceso

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradL

ally downhill, if possible.

_l, Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!!! BECOME AWAREH! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always dis-

connect spark plug wire and place wire

where it cannot contact spark plug.

_I, CAUTION= Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommendedby and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, whil_

on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose

traction with the ground and cause you to

lose control of your tractor.

,_=WARNING: The enqine 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

OILTYPE SAE 10W30

API-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OJLCAPACITY: w/FILTER: 4.2PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.7PINT, <

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 5.8

(MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING f5AMPS @ 3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

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 depend-

ability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest authorized service center.

We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to

service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Sears Repair Agreement is available

on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" end "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

A__WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless

the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with aspark 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 opera-

tor.

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 authorized service

center/department (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

"_? -Steering Sleeve

Seat

Steering Sleeve

Extension

(1) Washer

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

t_(1) Knob Bolt 5/16-18

Mower

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

Video Cassette

Keys

Slope Sheet

(2)Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those pads lefl

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

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

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette bef

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are _isted below.

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

(1) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATrACH STEERING WHEEL

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering 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.

._Steedng

""."Wheel Ins*

Hex Bolt

_-_-----Lock Washer

_'_--_ Large FI

Steering _ Washer

Wheel-._.._ _ -,

.= SteeringWhe

_Adapter

Steering

Sleeve _--_._._Tab s

Extension i

.= .

SteeringShaft !

Steering_ '

Sleeve _.4'_ % = ' ,_ ' 'i

• Snap steering wheel insert into cenl

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT; Check for and remove B

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid,

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

• Lift hood to raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps, (See "BATTERY

in Maintenance section of this mar_

for charging instructions).

Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

•Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Shoulder Seat Pan

Bolt

Flat Washer

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor from

the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmission

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

WARNING= Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear

of other people and objects.

•Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

•Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

•Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

• Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

• Release parking brake.

•Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

•Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position,

•Turn ignition key to "OFF" position,

Continue with the instructions that follow.

IMPORTANT: For shipping purposes, the

mulcher plate was preattached to your

mower. The mulcher plate must only be

used with the mulching blades that came

packed separately in the carton.

Your mower came factory equipped with

high performance blades, which are the

best blades for bagging and discharging.

To use your mower with the high

performance blades the mulcher plate

must be removed from the mower.

TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR

MULCHING

•Turn the mower over to allow access to

blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer and remove high performance

blades. Store in safe place.

• Install mulcher blades with trailing

edge up towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown,

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8

HEATTREATED.

• Install mulcher plate if previously

removed. Mandrel

Assembly

Trailing Edge Up Center /

Blade Hole ,_i-, -%

Hex Bolt _,. _"? _

(Grade 8)* _._Leck:_ "-_ i, Star

,Washer •-

•A GRADE8 HEATTREATEDBOLTCANBE

IDENTIFIEDBYSIX LINESON THE BOLT

HEAD.

TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

NOTE: If you installed the mulching

blades you will need to install the

mulcher plate.

•Raise and hold deflector shield ir_

upright position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over fret

of mower deck opening and slide inl

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 dischargq

guard from mower. Raise and hold gu_

when attaching mulcher plate and allc

it to rest on plate while in operation.

Deflector

Shield _ Mulcher

Latch

i Hooks

TO CONVERT TO SAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

NOTE: The mulcher b_ades will discha,

and bag grass, but for best bagging an

discharging install the high performanc

blades.

• Remove mulcher plate and mulcher

blades and install high performance

blades, (see BLADE REMOVAL inth

MAINTENANCE section of this mare

• Store mulcher blades and mulcher I:

in a safe p_ace. Your mower is now

ready for discharging or installation,

optional grass catcher accessory.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE

BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface a

mower suspension arms are raised w

attachment lift control. Engage parki

brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing al

sway bar and belts. Swir_ antl-s_

bar to left side of mower deck.

Slide mower under tractor with (

charge guard to right side of tract(

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in atl mower pulley grooves.

Insta_l belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

•Install one front link in top hole of the

R.H. front mower bracket and R.H.

front suspension bracket. Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as

shown•

• Install second front link in L.H. 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 L.H. 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 L.H. front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring

as shown.

• PJace the R.H. 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.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring•

• Turn height adjustment knob clock-

wise to remove slack from mower

suspension•

• Raise mower to highest position.

• Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the

Operation section of this manual)•

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

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

replacing motion, mower drive, and

mower blade drive belts in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual

Verify that the belts are routed correctly•

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

Chassis

Bracket

Shoulder Bolt

Gauge j.

Wheelf'

3/8

3/8-16 Center Locknut

Use Pliersfor

Retainer Spdngs

.if

Down

Double Loop Retaier

Spring (Inward

pointing deck pins)

Bar

Pulley

Suspension _,

Arms /': •_

Front Mower Electric

Bracket ,, _ Clutch !li

•inks ,61

= _' ,/ ;

Discharge Guard

v"CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVETHE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND

SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

/No remaining loose parts in carton.

./Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/' All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-side/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.

,I Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

J" Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,I Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

,/" It is important to purge the transmis-

sion before operating your tractor for

the first time, Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions

(See "TO START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP 1_

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

r_'l R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

®3[

PARKING BRAKE

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

ATTACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter IgnitionSwitch

ThrottleControl \ ," ,'"

S ist

Clutch/ I _'_. r:,*

BrakeP-e.dal '! IX_L ,

Attachment

Clutch

Switch

Lever

Plunger

, , 'Attachment

• t

•,LiftLever

Height

Adjustment

Knob

Free Wheel

Brake Lever

Our tractors conformto the safety standards of the American National Standards

Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH -

Used to engage the mower blades, or

other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL - U_ed to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starling

a cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starling

and stopping the engine. 14

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER -Used to

raise, lower, and adjust 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 charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly

towing the tractor with the engine off.

Theoperation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch, When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine,

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal, Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure.

Push-In to Attachment Clutch

Choke "Disengage" SwitchPull Out to

Control

Throttle

Clutch/

Brake

Pedal Motion

// "_" Parking Brake

/Adjustment \' Engaged"Position

/Knob ,,\ ,

Clutch/Brake Pedal Disengaged' Position

"Drive" Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch switch to "DtSENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

•To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

IMPORTANT: The motion controt lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to

idle before stopping may cause engine

to "backfire".

•Tum ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthodzed use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition

switch in any position other than "OFF"

wilt cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under cedain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging

and mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob

out. Slowly push knob in to disen-

gage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/

brake pedal,

•Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position,

TO ADJUST MOWER CU'I-rlNG

HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by

turning the height adjustment knob in

desired direction.

•Turn knob clockwise (F_() to raise

cutting height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise (i_ ) to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

•Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a

flat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/

8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

•Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

3/8 16 _'%_ _' _.

Locknut, _"_'=_" ,'; :

'1 i;iil, :!_ -

Gauge _'* _

Wheel ._ ,>. i-

Mounting \_ji' '"

Bracket _i "_--_ ,' Shoulder

3/8 WasherjJ _ _;71 Bolt

Gauge Wheel"I_'_- • •//

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment

clutch engaged will shut off the engine,

• Select desired height of CUt.

• Lower mower with attachment tift

control.

• Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the discharge

_uard in place.

ttachment Clutch

Switch Pu! Out to iAttachernnt Lift

En,-,a,-,e,_ , _ _ Lever H gh

u u "___ ,_1 _i Position

_' "i" \_Low

, , '?_=_, Position

Push-In to

"Disengaged" , :, _" _"r'JDischarge-Guard

TO OPERATE ON HILI-S

CAUTION: Do notdriveup ordown

hillswithslopes greaterthan 15°and do

notdriveacross any slope,

• Choose the slowestspeed before

startingup or down hills.

• Avoid stoppingor changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move motion control lever to slowest

setting.

IMPORTRANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-

pressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motin control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position. Free wheel control is

located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

• Remove retainer spring from free-

wheel control rod.

• Push control rod in to disengage

transmission and reinsert retainer

spring into control rod hole now on

16 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 appropdate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope,

cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATrACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on aslope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap

onto the tube. Remove and read oil

level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•FiJIfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do

not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

ness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use

fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to

help insure good cold weather starting.

_WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions

for additional information. Never use

engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage may

occur.

_I,CA_'FION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel

from the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to fast position

•Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

[3o not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes and try again. If

engine still does not start, pull the

choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50" F and

above)

• When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. if the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

below)

• When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level

ground,

• Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during

the engine warm up period.

•The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up

and may require the choke control be

pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor-

mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever while the engine is

running,

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time, This procedure

will remove any trapped air inside the

transmission which may have developed

during shipping of your tractor,

IMPORTANT: Should your 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

freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will

be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

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

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly

move motion control lever to reverse

position. After the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N)

position. Repeat this procedure with

the motion control lever three (3)

times.

•Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

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

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively

high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give

the mower cutting performance as well

as the quality of cut desired,

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used,

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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 recutting action of the

blades.

•Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the

early afternoon. At this time the grass

has dried and the newly cut area will

not be exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass

and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a

second cut, mow across or perpen-

dicular 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.

Max 1/3"

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

T Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners

ASharpen/Replace Mower Blades

TLubrication Cha_l

0Check Battery Level

aClean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle COOling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oi_

E Clean Air Fi_ter

aClean Air Screen

G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace eli Filter (If equipped)

NClean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

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SERVICE DATES

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1. Chinge more often when opor_bng und,=t aheavy load or in high ambient temperatures 5. if equipped with ad}ustable system

2 Ser,'ice more ohen when operating in dirt/or dust/conditions 6 -Net _equlfed i_ equipl=ed wbbl maintenance.free batlep /

3ff equ,pped with oil f_ter, change o_1every 50 hours. 7 -Tighten front a.xle pivot bo_ to 35 ff .Ibs. maximum

4. Replace blades more o;_en when mowing in sandy soil Do not overt_ghten

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to propedy maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check btades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and

help your engine run better and last

longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level,

• Check brake operation.

•Check tire pressure.

•Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation,

•Check for loose fasteners,

LUBRICATION CHART

Tie Rod BallJoints

Zerk Zerk

Bearing

Zerk Beanng Ze_

Sector

Gear

Teeth _Engine

(DSpray Silicone Lubdant (Move Boots to

Lubricate)

(_General Purpose Grease

_Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bearings.

Viscous lubdcants will attract dust and dirt

that will shorten the life of the self-lubdcating

bearings. If you feel they must be lubdcated,

use only a dry, powdered graphite type

20 lubricant spadnglv.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATtON

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be

adiusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or

insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

• 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 operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described.

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in

the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

• Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper ass,

bly, center hcte in blade must align,

star on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washe,

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

•Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. LI:

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8

treated. Mandrel Asser

Trailing Blade Center __,_,_-_

Edge Up('_'_ iHole _1 _-_

Lock Washer _ "_.._-_'_... " Star

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be iden

by sixlineson the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharl:

ing blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the bl;

balanced. An unbalanced blade wil

cause excessive vibration and even

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with

file or on a grinding wheel. Do no

attempt to sharpen whi_e on the

mower.

• To check blade balance, you will

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

cone balencer. (When using a co

balancer, follow the instructions

supplied with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancil

blade. The lobes of the center hole r

appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and

the bolt or pin parallel with the gro

If blade is balanced, it should ram

in a horizontal position. If either e=

the blade moves downward, sharl

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" B_

Center Hole

BA'I-I'ERY

Your tractor has abattery charging

system which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend

its _ife.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for "_hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or

covers. Adding or checking level of

electrelyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean

transaxle.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials, To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure

sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the facto

and fluid maintenance is not required

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicin!

contact your nearest authorized servic

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil ratq

with API service classification SF, SG,

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity gra,

according to your expected operating

temperature.

Sb.E VISCOSITY GRADES

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eig

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill €

dipstick securely each time you check

the oil level

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expecte

before oil change. All oil must meet AF

service classification SF, SG, or SH.

• Be sure tractor Lson level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warn

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be car_

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube, Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity s

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into t

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto th

tube when taking reading. Keep c

at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten q

onto the tube securely when finishe

nPUg

_Oil Fill Cap/

Dipstick

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOMNG 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 f00 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and externa_ surfaces as necessary.

Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE; Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty airfilter. Clean the foam pre-cleanar

after every 25 hours of operation or

every season. Service paper cartridge

every 100 hours of operation or every

season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

•Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

i lide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

•Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Replace adirty, bent, or damaged

cartddge.

NOTE" Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

•Remove nut and cartridge plate.

•Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and

oiled) over the paper cartridge.

•Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

•Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

• Reinstall air cleaner cover and se,

by tightening knob.

Cartridge

Foam

Pre-Clesner

Cartridge

Rubbe

Seal

Nut

ENGIN E OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every

season or every other oil change if t,

tractor is used more than 100 hours i

one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded mufflen

and spark arrester (if equipped) as it

could create a fire hazard and/or

damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginnin!

each mowing season or after every "

hours of operation, whichever occun

first. Spark plug type and gap settin_

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIC

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced on,

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carl:

tot, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter an(

p_ugfuet line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in 1

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuet fine leak

and clamps are properly position_

•Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Fuel Filter_/J /_ I

CLEANING

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish,

iof all matter.

foreign

Keep finished surfaces and wheel=

free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with auto=

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a gard_

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter anq

carburetor are covered to keep wateT

Water in engine can result in a short.

23 ened engine life.

_CAUTION:Beforeperforminganyserviceoradjustments:

Depressclutch/brakepedalfuUyandsetparkingbrake.

Placemotioncontrolleverinneutral(N)position.

Placeattachmentclutchin"DISENGAGED"position.

Turnignitionkey"OFF"andremovekey.

Makesurethebladesandallmovingpartshavecompletelystopped.

Disconnectsparkplugwirefromsparkplugandplacewirewhereitcannot

comeincontactwithplug.

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

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

•Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

•Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

•Remove two retainer springs from

each front link and remove links.

•Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

•Slide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other

than the mower deck is to be mounted

on the tractor, remove hte front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manueL,

Adjustment

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway, Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom of deck

curl to ground level at front corners of

mower. Distance "A" on both sides of

mower should be the same.

• If adjustment is necessa.'y, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Front Mower

Bracket

Lift Links

Chassis

Retainel

Spring

Anti-Sway

Springs

Front Mower

Bracket

Bottom of Curl Bottom of Cud

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL

SIDE-TO-SIDE. if the following front4o-

back adjustment is necessary, be sure to

adjust both front links equally so mower

will stay level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure 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 both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower housing,

loosen nut "(3" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear. tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

• 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 turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will

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

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

_'__ Mandrel

BothFront Links Shouldbe Equalin Length

Nut "H_ Nut "G"

Trunn on/"_'r-_J_=l" _"_

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

• Park tractor on a level surface. Engage

parking brake.

•Remove screws from L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

• Roll belt over the top of L.H. mandrel

pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Remove any did or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers

to see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and bolt in mower

housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure

belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers

as shown,

• Install new belt onto electric clutch

puUey,

• Roll belt into upper groove of L.H.

mandrel pulley,

• Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly

and inside belt keepers.

• Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover.

L.H. Screws

Mandrel _Eectric

--Clutch

Cover_ Idler Pulley

'Pulleys

L.H.

Mower

Drive

Belt

Idler Arm Belt

Keepers

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake•

•Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual).

• Remove screws from R.R. mandrel

cover and remove cover• Unhook

spring from bolt on mower housing.

• Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel

pulley.

• Remove beltfrom centermandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel

pulley•

• Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely•

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

• Install new belt in lower groove of L.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown•

• Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley.

Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

• Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel

cover.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this

manual)•

• Reassemble mower drive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

Left Hand Mower Blade Center

Mandrel Drive Belt Mandrel

Idler Right

Hand

Mandrel

Cover

Socondar

Idler Arm

Anti-Sway-Bar

Bracket Screw

TO ADJUST AI-FACHMENT 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/

department.

•Make sure attachment clutch and

ignition switches are in "OFF" position.

• Adjust the three nylon Iooknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot

locations cut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

engage and disengage electric clutch 10

26 cycles to wear in clutch plate.

......... ,,_ Plate

Nylon Locknut(3)

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the rightside of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

•Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

_ut "A"

Jam Nut

____<Operating

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there

is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

BELT REMOVAL -

• Engage parking brake (creates slack

in belt).

• Remove belt from clutching and fan

idler pulleys.

• Loosen belt keeper above transaxle

pulley.

• Remove belt from transaxle pulley.

• Remove belt from engine pulley and

front V-idler pulley.

• Pull belt out of all belt keepers and

remove from tractor•

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Place V part of belt into grooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler, making

sure to route belt inside of all belt

keepers.

•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

keeper.

•Place V part of bell into grooves on

transaxle and fan idler pulleys, making

sure to route belt inside of all belt

keepers.

• Retighten belt keeper above transaxle

pulley,

• Place belt around clutching idlers as

shown, making sure to route belt

inside of all belt keepers•

• Check to be sure belt is positioned

correctly and is on proper side of all

belt keepers•

• Reinstall mower•

IMPORTANT= Check brake adjustment.

Tractor V-Belt Drive Schematic

Viewed From L,H. Side of Tractor

TransaxlePulley

• Clutching Idle

Engine Clutching Flat Idler \

PulleYAbove Belt Keeper

V-Idler

Belt Keepers Belt Twists

_]_eltKeeper

1__ Engine Pulley

_._:_ V-Idle r

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 level surface. Stop

tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF"

position and engage parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

•While holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut

•Tighten Iocknut 1/4 turn.

•While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nut

securely.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to

move the motion control lever becomes

too excessive, reverse the above

adjustment procedure by loosening

Iocknut 1/4 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and

repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/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

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

necessary. If parts in the front axle or

steering mechanism have been replaced

or damaged, check 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 'W' should be 1/8" to

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

TOAD JUST TOE-IN

•Loosen jam nuts at adjustment

sleeves on tie rod.

•Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is

1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension "B".

•Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred

to affect the front wheel camber, contact

your nearest authorized service center/

department.

Sleeves

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructions in the Assembly section of

this manual,

Jam Nuts

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

ring 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 punclures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local paris dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washer

Retaining

Axle

Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATI'ERY

_, CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emer-

gency starling, 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 stad other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

REPLACING BA'I-rERY

CAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or a

other object to contact both terminal

the same time. Before connecting b_

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connecte¢

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•Lift hood to raised position.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable t

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

• Install new battery with terminals i

same position as old battery.

• Reinstall terminal guard.

•First connect RED battery cable tc

positive (+) battery terminal with h

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tight

securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

Close terminal access doom.

• Close hood.

Terminal Keps Nut _. Hex

Access

ItJ_'_'_Negative (|

. I _ Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULl

•Raise hood,

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in

backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push

holder securely back into the hale

the backside of the grill.

29 " Close hood.

INTERLOCKSANDRELAYS

Looseor damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. "fhe fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT

SPRING

•While holding spring bushing with

wrench, loosen jam nut.

•Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to

extend spring and reduce lifteffort for

heavier attachments.

•Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise

for tighter attachments.

• Retighten jam nut against spring

bushing.

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maxi-

mum spring tension when using light

attachments such as a mower. Adjust lift

lever spdng to aid in lifting attachment.

Do not overpower spring. When remov-

ing attachment, always adjust spring

tension to its lowest position.

Adjustment Bolt SpringBushing

0f\

Attachment Lift

Jam Nut Spring

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

•Raise hood,

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

Headlight Wie

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement (

the emission control devices and

systems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be perform_

by any non-read engine repair establ

ment or individual. Warranty repairs n

be performed by an authorized engin

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset a

the factory and adjustment should no

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

•With engine not running, move thrc

control lever to fast position.

•Check that speed control lever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loose

casing clamp screw and pull thmttl_

cable until lever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

Idle Fuel Adjusting Idle speed Adjusti

Thn

Cot

Cat:

Stop

Screw Clamp Screw

Choke Control C_

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary, check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

•Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See "AIR F_LTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

• Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed for Full

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the adjusting needles

out (countemlockwise) 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 is adjusted

properly (see "TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

•With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle in (clockwise) closing it finger

tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1 turn,

FINAL SETTING -

•Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

•The high idle is set at the factory and

cannot be adjusted,

• Idle speed settina - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should

idle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too

slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is

attained.

•Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and

then turn out (counterclockwise)

approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the

best low speed performance.

•Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fue_ adjusting needle

out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if

necessary, untit engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

eninge governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

settng can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more,

_, CAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a

building where fumes may reach an

open flame or spark. Allow the engine to

cool before storing in any enclosure:

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, c_ean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage end wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; 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 SATTERY

AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose or tank during s_orage.

Also, experience indicates that alcoho

blended fuels 9called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moist_

which leads to separation and formati(

of acids during storage. Acidic gas car

damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage.

• Drain the fue[ tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until tr

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fue_ tank or

permanent damage may occur,

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fue_ stabilizer is an acceptabl

alternative in minimizing the formation

fuel gum deposits during storage. Ad(

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the m

ratio found on stabilizer container. Rut

engine at least 10 minutes after addin_

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reac'

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas ta

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and repl_

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE"

the Maintenance section of this manu,

CYLINDER(S)

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

•Turn ignition key to "START" positio

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one sea=

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your c

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in you

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoor

and cover it to give protection from

dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retair

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plasti_

cannot breathe which allows conde,

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover" tractor wh

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

_ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Nill not start • Out offuel,

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engineclicks but

will not start

Loss of power

•Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

I • 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

adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery,

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

• Loose or damaged widng.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

• Attachment clutch is engaged,

•Weak or dead battery.

• Blown fuse.

•Corroded battery terminals.

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty ignition switch.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

• Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals,

• Loose or damaged wiring.

• Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

• Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

•Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

• Low oil level/dirty oil

• Fill fuel tank.

•See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section,

• Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refill tank with fresh gasoline

and replace fuel _ter,

• Check all wiring.

See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized service

center/department.

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 "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments section.

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

• Disengage attachment clutch.

• 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/department.

• Recharge or replace battery.

•Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

• Adjust throttle control.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Clean/replace air filter,

•Check oil leveVchange oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

, ,,,_, ,

PROBLEM CAUSE

Loss of power *Faulty spark plug.

Continued

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

•Water in fuel.

•Spark plug wire loose.

Excessive

vibration

Enginecontinues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with attach-

ment clutch

engaged

Poorcut-uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

•Dirty engine air screen/fins.

•Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged widng.

•Carburetor out of adjustment.

I• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damagedpart(s).

•Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Mower deck not level.

•Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

•Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

•Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

•Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

CORRECTION

• Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refill tank with fresh gasoline

and replace fuel filter.

•Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

•Clean engine air screen/fins.

•Clean/replace muffler.

•Check all wiring.

•See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments section

•Contact an authorized

service center/depadment.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

• Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt,

•Level mower deck.

• Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Remove obstruction.

•Replace mower drive belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in "FAST"

position.

• Shift to slower speed.

•Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

•Level mower deck.

•Check tires for proper air

pressure.

PROBLEM

Poorgrass

discharge(Contn)

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART

CAUSE CORRECTION

Worn,bentorlooseblade.

Headlight(s)not

working (if so

equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of Drive

Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

Mower drive belt worn.

Blades improperly installed.

Improper blades used.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

• Switch is "OFF".

Bulb(s) burned out.

Faulty light switch.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Blown fuse.

• Bad battery cell(s).

• Poor cable connections.

• Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty alternator.

• Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

• Motion drive belt worn,

damaged or broken.

• Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or servicing.

• Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

• Replace with blades listed

in this manual,

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON".

• Replace bulb(s).

• Cheek/replace light switch.

• Check widng and connections

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

• Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

• Purge transmission.

Engine "backfires" • Engine throttle control at •Move throttle control to not set

Nhen turning "SLOW" position for 30 "SLOW" position and allow to

.=ngine"OFF" seconds before stopping idle for 30 seconds before

engine, stopping engine.

NOTES

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.273080

BATTERY SOLENOID

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FUEL SHUT-OFF

IGNITION

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IGNITION SWITCH

POSnlON I CIRCUIT "MAKE" RELAY

OFF_R_T_ M+G+A1 NONE

ON+L B+AI L+A2

ON B+AI NONE

_T B+S+AI NCNE REMOVABLE

WIRING INSULATED CUPS CONNECTIONS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING,

PTO SWITCH

POS_I1ON CIRCUIT

ON C+F,B÷E,A÷D

OFF C+G,B÷H

GFC

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS HB

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.273080

KEY pARr

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 BOlt, 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 166184 Harness Asm Ught W/4152j

22 4152J Bulb Ught #1156

24 4014J Cable Battery 4 Ga 22" red

25 146686 Cable Battery

26 106824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 170697 CableGround

29 160784 Switch Plunger

30 163968 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Ign

40 170238 Harness Ign

41 17720406 ScrewThdCut 1/4-20xlF2TY23

42 131563 Cover Terminal Red

43 145673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15Amp

50 169416 Switch, PTO

52 141940 Protectlo_ Wire Loop

81 109748X Relay, Asm.

83 163996 Bulbholder Asm Incandescent SV

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273080

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1150253 RaiI,FrameRH 52 73680500

2 140506 Orawbar, GT 56 154914

4 73880700 Nut, CrownLOCk 7/16-14Unc 58 137113

5 163976 DashYTGT2Cyl 60 17490620

6 157882 Dash, LowerVgtOnePiece 63 19131614

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 68 17490508

8145166 Supped, Battery 70 137159

14 161023X558 Hoodasm.,PntYTGT 84 142992

15 160568 Lens Asm headlight Bar 86 74760716

16 121794X Cover, Access 90 11050600

17 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 91 170755

18 160564X558 Gdlle 95 105531X

19 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ca. 98 140503

20 74760616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 99 140871

21 73680600 NutCrownlock3/8-16Unc 100 71673

23 17060616 Screw 3/6-16xl.5 101 17490628

24 145243X558 Footrest, RH 102 STD624003

28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 103 142273

30 145052 SaddleHydro 106 138776

31 161419 Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT Steering 122 161464

32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis LH 130 164863

33 161326 Bracket, PIvot Chassis RH 138 163975)(428

34 142131 Bracket, EnglneBupportrear 139 161330

35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ca. 140163806

36 74780512 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 141 163805

37 167287X558 FenderPnt 142 161897

39 136961 Bracket, Axle Front 144 161900

40 156111 Bracket, Suppodaxle/Engine 145 19131414

42 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 147 162967

43 136939 Bracket, SpnsnFrontLh 149 164655

44 136940 Bracket, SpnsnFrontRh 150 161237

45 154913 Bracket, Asm., susp Chassis Rh

47 17490608 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2

50 152728 Bracket, Chassis Front

DESCRIPTION

Nut CrOwnlock 5/t 6-18 Unc

Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh

Bracket asm., Fender

Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Washer 13/32 x 1x14 Ca.

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

Guide, Belt Mid Span

Stop Over Center Mower

Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 Uric x 1

Washer, Lock Ext. Tooth 3/8

Rail, Frame Lh

Push Nut, Nylon

Bracket Skid Chassis

Rod By Pass

Cap Brake Parking Rod

Screw thdrol 3/8-t6 x 1-3/4

Retainer, Spring

Lock, By Pass

Bolt 5/16-18 TT

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Screw HWHD Hi-Lo 13-16 x 3/4

Cup Holder

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-15 TT

Magnet YTGT

Striker Plate Stealth YTGT

Bracket Dash Rh

Bracket Dash Lh

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

Fastener Nut Pal

Extrusion Bumpers

Duct Heat Hood

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.273080

GROUNDDRIVE

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TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.273080

GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PARr

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 72 STD541431

3 7563R WasherThrustAxleHarden 73 74490548

5 STD541437 NutCrownlock3!6-16 74 142432

6 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 76 140481

7 140507 WheelHubAsrn. 77 74760716

9 140080 BoltHub 79 72110505

15 STD551037 Washer13!32 x13/16 x16 Ga, 80 140484

17 140921 SpringRodBrake 81 17060612

20 73940800 NutHexJamToplockl/2-20 82 150586

22 156103 ShaftArmAsm 83 140479

23 130564 Knsio 84 140490

28 STD541237 Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 85 17541020

29 140494 BrakeRod 86 140462

30 19131616 Washer13!32xlx16Ga 87 140491

33 120(X)053 RingE 88 161592

34 71673 CapPlunger 89 73680700

35 137648 RodParkingBrake 90 140489

36 149412 SpringDriveGround 91 17490644

37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga, 92 74760520

38 150035 Nyliner 93 140502

39 74321016 Screw Fin #10-24 x1 94 133835

40 5304J ActuatorlntedockSwltch 96 141103

41 73661000 Nut Lock #10-24 Unc 98 141004

42 8883R GoverPedal 99 17060624

46 145170 RetainerSpring 100 126881X

47 138228 ClutchRod 101 156106

48 72110612 Bolt Cardage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr, 5 104 140480

50 131494 PolleyldlerFlat 105 17580408

51 STD541437 NutCrownlock3/6-16Unc 106 142918

52 139123 Pulley fdlerGrooved 107 154739

53 207J WasherHaddened 108 142917

54 161590 ClutchArmAsm 109 140929

55 105706X Beadng, ldler 111 156240

56 140218 V-Belt 112 156104

61 140488 PollePjTransaxle 113 73220700

64 154752 Shaft Asm Brake Parking Clutoh 115 123405X

_5 67609 BoltShoulder 116 73900500

66 140296 WasherHardened 117 73900600

67 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga 11873800500

68 5142H Pin Roll

69 123800X Washer -- 163198

70 164892X428 Console Hydro Fender

71 151179 Plate Console Shift

DESCRIPllON

Nut CrOwnlock 5/16-18

Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr. 5

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

Bracket Transaxle

Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1

Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bracket Torque RH

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bracket Mount Torque/Fan

Strap Torque Mid

Spacer

Screw #10-24 x 1-1/4

Fan 7" Hydro

Adapter Fan

Pulley Idler

Nut, Crownlock 7/16-14

Keeper Belt

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

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1,75

Link Shift Asm

Fastner Christmas Tree

Washer Nickel Plated

Bracket Shift

Screw 3/6-16 x 1/2

Washer Compression

Washer Bellville

Bracket Idler

Screw Tap 1/4/20 x 1/2

O- Ring Asm, Hydro Gear

Line Fuel Hydro

GapVent

Spring Return Brake

Spacer Shift Lever VGTH

Washer Nylon High Temp

Nut Hex ASF 7/16-14 UNC

Keeper Belt Gnd Dr

Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18

Nut Lock Fig, 3/8-16 UNC

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/1 6-18 UNC

Transaxle Hydro

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

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STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080

KEY pART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1159944X428 WheelSteedng

2 137694 Axle Asm Fr

3 6855M Fitting, Grease

4161849 Spindle Asm LH

6 161848 Spindle Asm RH

66266H WasherThfust .75 x 1.230

7121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/6 X 16 Ga

6 12060029 Ring Klip #t5304-76

9 121232X Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk

10 74781044 Bolt Fin Hex 5/6-11 X 2-3/4

11 136518 Spacing Beadng Axle Front

12 73901000 Nut Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

13 121749x Washer 25/32 X 11/4 X 16 Ga

14 STD551137 Washer LoCk Hvy H¢cl Spr 3/8

15 STD541537 Nut, Lock Center 3/6-24 UNF

16 145103 Shah Asm Stedng

17 137347 Rod Asm Tie Ball J Ball Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40)

18 137155 Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt

19 156011 Suppod asm Steedng Vgt

20 163887 Boot, Steering

21 159945 Adapter, WheeISteering

22 155105 Bushing, Strg. SIk

23 152927 Screw

25 74780616 BoltFinHex 3/8-16x1Gr. 5

26 159946X428 Cap, Wheel Steehng

27 3366R Bearing Col Strg BIk

28 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x75

29 104239X Beadng, F(ange

30 120000034 Ring, Klip truarc #5304-75

31 138136 Bushing, Nyliner Snap

32 19111610 Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

33 STD551131 Washer LoCk Hvy HlCl Spr 5116

34 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4

35 138059 Gear, Sector Steedng

36 137156 Tie Rod

37 73360600 Jam Nut RH Thread

38 109850X Joint Asm Ball Rh thread

39 73700600 Jam Nut LH Thread

40 109851X Joint Asm Ball LH Thread

41 155246 Bracket Switch IntedoCk VGT 97

42 174go508 Screw Thdro( 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

44 160135 Extension, Steering

45 19132411 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

ENGINE

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080

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J/55

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1........

2161063

5 13200300

7151396

9 121361X

9 150628

10 105432

11 140923

12 143996

15 151346

16 109227X

17 106C62X

18 161493

19 ......

20 164(;67

21 164863

22 164415

24 STD551237

25 73920600

26 3645J

27 139277

28 7834R

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Engine (See Breakdown) 29 132920

Kohler Model No. CV22-75534 35 100105(X]

Muffler Side 37 123487X

Elbow Bid 90 Degree 3/8-19 Npt 38 17060620

Muffler Asm Guard 39 17490636

Pulley V-Idler 40 17490664

Keeper asm. Belt Engine 41 126197X

Bushing

Clutch Electric 42 STD551143

Pulley Engine VGT 3,50 Yt/Gt 96 43 150280

Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 Yt/Gt 96 45 73510400

Spacer, Pad 47 142040

Spacer, Pad 48 19132007

CapAsm Fuel w/Gauge 51 161231

Plug Oil Drain (See Engine 55 13280336

Breakdown) 64 17060612

ControlThrot 65 19131614

Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 69 24-041-02

ControlChoke 74 162295

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 78 164323

Nut Kepe 3/8-24 UN F

Bushing

Stem Tank Fuel

Fuel Line

Spark Arrester Kit

Washer Split

Clamp Hose BIk

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

Screw 17 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Unc

Screw TT 3/8-16 4 Unc

Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x

.250

Washer Lock 7/16

Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4-1/4 Ga, 5

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Spacer Engine

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

Manifold Pipe VGT

Nipple Pipe 4-1/2

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

GasketKohlerCV18-CV26

Elbow Street Brass

Shield Muffler Stealth CV VGT

80 M73030800 Nut Flange M8-1.26 Non-Lk Z]nk

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches I inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER 917.273080

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 140124

2140'551

3140675

4 127018X

5 145006

6 STD541437

7124181X

8 150176

10 155925

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050412

14_.

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DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pivot Seat 8720

Strap Fender

bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

Clip Push-In Hinged

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

Spring Seat Cprsn 2250 BIk Zi

Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 w/Seres

Pan Seat

Bracket Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x1-1/2

KEY pART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

15 121249X Spacer Split

16 123740)( SpdngCprsn

17 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

18 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

19 166369 Knob, Seat

20 124238X Cap, Spring Seat

21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18BIk

22 STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S,

Inches 1Inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273080

MOWER DECK

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TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.273080

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 156948 DeckWeldment 38 156086

3 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 39 144917

5 STB62.4(_8 RetainerSpdng 40 137273

6 I_32 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 41 17060620

Bar) 42 156723

8 850857 Bclt, Patched 3/8-24 xl-1/4Gr. 8 43 144949

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hv,/. Un,olated 3/8 44 133943

10 140296 Washer, HardBlade, Mower 45 145059

Vented 46 137729

11 157033 Blade, 46' High Performance 47 144959

152443 Btade,46" Mu(ch{ng 48 148763

12 129895 Beadng, BalI, Mandrel#6204 49 STD541437

13 137553 ShaftAsm. w/LowerBearlng 50 72110612

(Includes Key NO. 12)

14 137152 Housing,Mandrel 51 153390

15 110485X Bearing,Bali, Mandrel 52 156493

16 140329 Stripper.MowerRound 72 19131616

16 72140505 Bog, Carriage 5/16-15x5/8 101 145579

19 132827 Bo4t, Hex Head, Shoulder 6/16- 10271161016

18 103 STD551110

20 145055 Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 104 19061216

21 STD541431 Nut, CrOwnlock 5/16-18UNC 105 160793

22 134753 Stiffiner, Bracket 1(36 2029J

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 116 137644

24 105304X Cap, Steeve 117 133957

25 149287 Spring, Torsion, Deflector 116 73930600

26 110452X Nut, Push 119 19121414

27 166883 DeflectorMower 126 144948

28 19111016 Washer 11/32x6/8x16Ga. 127146763

29 131491 Rod, Hin

nge 166209

30 157722 Screw, Thdroll Washer Hd

31 129963 Washer, SpacerMowerVented

32 153531 Pulley, Mandrel

33 137266 Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 - -143651

34 144945 Anchor, Spdng Deck 46'

35 17490628 Screw, Thdroll 3/6-16xl-3/4

Tytt

36 STD051037 Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga.

37 131494 Pu{ley, t_er, Rat

DESCRIPTION

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Pulley, Idler, Driven

Spring, Secondary 44/46/50

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

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, Idler Secondary

Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandrel Deck

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

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Pdmary

Nut, CrOwnlock 6/8-16 UNC

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

Washer Felt

Pulley Idler Flat 46 PRI drive

Washer 13/32 x 16 Ga.

Cover, Mulching

Screw

Washer, LOck #10

Washer

Latch Asm. Mulch/Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bolt, Shoulder

Gauge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centedeck 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x7/6 x 14 Ga.

Arm, _d_er, Primary Deck 46'

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim.

Deck Complete (Std. Deck-(

separately mulcher plate aru

gauge wheel components K*

Nos. 101-106 and 116-116)

Mandrel Asm 44"/50" Se fvic_

_ncludee Key NO.S 8-10, 12

31 and 33)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.273080

LIFTASSEMBLY

_;i 20 19 18

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 121006X

2 159187

3 159189

4 12000022

5 19292016

6 71100624

7 125631X

8 122365X

9 122364X

10 2876H

11 146704

12 163552

13 139868

14 140302

15 STD541437

16 674A247

17 STD541237

18 143363

19 STD551(_7

20 5328J

21 STD523710

22 127218

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm. Lever 23 STD624008

Shaft Asm Uft Vgt 24 73350800

Lever asm Lift Rh 25 130171

E Rlng#5133-87 26 73680600

Washer 29/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga, 29 150233

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uric x 1/2 BIk 30 110607X

GdpHandle 31 191_1016

Button Plunger Red 32 137150

Plunger, Button 33 STD560907

Spdng 2-1/8,, 34 137167

Link Lift 35 138057

Retainer Spdng 38 155097

Arm Suspension Rear 39 123935X

Beadng Pivot Spherical 40 17060516

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric 41 73540600

Spdng Asm. Asr_st Lift 42 19112410

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 43 123934X

Bracket Spdng Assist 70 145212

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 72 110452X

Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist 73 7335(To(X)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

Unk Front

Retainer Spring

Nut Jam Hex 1/2.13 Unc

Trunnion

Nut Crownlock 1/2-13unc

Trunnion, Inf Height

Nut, Special

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

Spdng, Compression Inf Hgt

Pin Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Adjust Lift

Knob Inf. 3/8-16

Pointer, Height Indicator

Plug, Hole

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

Scale Indicator Height

Nut Flange Lock

Nut Push Phos & Oil

Nut Hex Jam 3/5-16 Uric

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgtvenin U. S.

inches1 inch= 25/4 mm

DECALS TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.273080

18 17 13 17

22 2O 12 20

KEy PART

NO, NO.

1 164094

2 149516

3171702

4171703

5140837

6 133644

7164760

8164884

9163204

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146790

13 171812

DESORIPTiON

Decal Dash

Decal Batten/DNGR/PSN ENG

Asm

Decal Hood RH Craftsman

Decal Hood LH Craftsman

Decal Brake Parking Saddle

Decal Maintenance

Decal Engine

Decal Blower Hsng Kohl

Decal, Fender Craftsman

Decal Fender Danger

Decal Clutch/Brake

Decal V-Beft Dr Sch

Decal RPLC

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTK)N

14 160397 Decal V-Belt Schem

16 133179 Decal Mower

17 163266 Decal Dash Panel

18 164065 Decal Insert Strg

19 138047 Decal Battery

20 171705 Decal Side Panel GT

22 142342 Decal Dmwbar CNTRL

23 106202X Reflectro, Taillight

25 163230 Decal Fender Auto Trans

- - 138311 Decal Handle Lit Height Adjust

(Lift Handle)

- - 157199X428 Pad Footrest

-- 171688 Owner's Manual, English

- - 171689 OwnersManual,Spanish

WHEELS AND TIRES

7 10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap Valve Tire

2 65139 Stem Valve

3 106228X427 RimAsm Front

4 8134H Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

5 106230X Tire, Front

6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel _ly)

79040H Bearing Flange (front Wheel

9Only)

8 8 104757X Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

9 105588X Tire Rear

10 7154J Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

11 106277X427 RimAsm Rear

12 _ Fitting Grease

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

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S

inches 1 Inch =25/4 mm

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.273080

TRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER222-3010L

KIEYPAFrr KEYPART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 164591

2 164592

7 153765

16 142876

20 142877

21 142878

22 142879

33 142929

35 142880

36 142882

37 142883

38 142884

39 142885

40 142886

41 142887

42 142888

43 142889

45 142890

46 142891

47 142892

49 153766

63 142894

64 150818

65 142897

67 142898

68 142899

69 142900

70 142901

71 142g_2

DESCRIPTION

Assembly, Housing, LH 72 153767

Assembly, Housing, RH 73 142904

Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 74 142995

Brake Shaft Assembty 76 142907

Axle Mounting Horn Asm. 77 142908

Washer 1.0 x 1/83 x .08 78 142909

Washer 1.6 x 2.06 x .09 79 153768

Brake Yoke Assembly 81 142910

Brake Arm 82 142911

Puck Plate 89 142912

Brake Puck 91 153769

Washer 95 142914

7/80.D. x 7/16 x .060 96 153770

Nut, Castle 5/16-24 103 142916

Cotter Pin 104 142917

Brake Actuating Pin 106 142918

Hi Pro Key 108 142919

Spacer 109 142920

Brake Disc 110 142921

Bolt 1/4-20x 1-1/2 111 150820

Bolt 1/4-20x 1 112 150623

Differential Assembly

Dowel Pin 113 150821

Reduction Gear, 117 150_22

14 Teeth to 38 Teeth 123 150824

Finai Ddve Pinion Assembly 124 150825

Jackshaft 129 153771

O-Ring

Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32

Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3.5

Locknut, Hex 5/16-16

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x1

Shoulder Bolt

Freewheel Actuating Arm

Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25

Grease (10 oz. Tube)

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x 1-3/4

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

Filter, Spin On

Pump,BDU-10L-122

Plug, Straight Thread

60 i7/18 SAE x 5/16 Ftttlng

Washer

Vent Cap Assembly

FISthg O-Ring Assembly

ControlArm

Set Screw

Fitter Head

Hose 1/2"

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

SAE

Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 60 i 9/16

Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90 i9/16

O Ring

Pinch Clamp

Spdng, Long

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

1Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080

TRANSAXLE PUMP-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L

_47 43

KEYP/_r

NO. NO.

1144569

2 122716X

3 122745X

4 122715X

5 122700X

6122699X

8 122767X

12 122717X

13 t 22748X

14 122749X

15 144571

17 122770X

19 153801

21 122722X

22 144573

23 142978

DESCR_N

Shaft, Pump

Ring, Retaining

Bearlng, Ball

Spacer

Seal, Lip

Ring, Retaining

Bearing, Cradle

Seal, Lip

Arm,Trunnion

Guide, Slot

Housing Kit, Transmission

Beadng, Thrust, Ball

Center Section Kit

Seal, Lip

Shaft, Motor

Washer, Block Thrust

KEYpART

NO. NO.

25 127148X

32 142938

37 122786X

38 122718X

42 144578

43 144578

44 144579

47 122752X

53 127153)(

60 142977

62 144581

63 144582

64 144583

67 144584

-- 153769

DESCRIPTION

Swashplate, Vadab_e

Block AsSembly

Pin, StainleSS, Headless

Gasket, Center Section

Check Valve Kit

Charge Relief Kit

Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Bypass Valve Kit

Block Spring

O-Ring

Charge Pump Kit

Gerotor Assembly

Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Pump Assembly, Complete

I HA_. I UH-- MUUEL NU M BER 917.273080

KOHLER ENGINE'MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534

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TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER917,273080

KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV22,TYPE NUMBER 75534

HEADNALV_BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1. 24-032-01-S

1. 24-033_3-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 2.

(Includes 2,3)

2. 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather 3. 24-294-13-S

3. 24-096-59°S Cover, breather 4. 12-380-17oS

4. M_o45020-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x20 5. 24-067-13-S

(4) 24-067o14-S

5. X-75-23-S Plug, allen hd, 1/8" 6. 24-874-O9-S

6. 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (4)

7, 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes 8,11,12) 24-874-10-S

5, 24-411-05-B Rod, push (4)

9, 24-041-40-S Gasket, cylinder head (2) 24-874-11-S

10. 24-318-12-S Head assembly, #2 cylinder 24-874-15-S

7. 24-108-08-S

11, 25-186_1 -S Arm, rocker (4) 24-108-09-S

12. 24-599-01-S Pivot, rocker arm (4) 24-108-10-S

13. M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x34 8. 24-018-01-S

(4) 9. 12-422-09-S

14. 24-086-44-S Screw, hex. flange M10xl,5x90 12-422-13-S

(8) 12-422-07-S

15. 24-755-74-S Kit, valve cover - plain 12-422-08-S

(Includes 16,17) 12-422-10-S

16, 24-153-16-S O-Ring 12-422-11-S

17. 24-086-32-S Screw, shoulder (4) 12-422-12-S

18. 24-445-01-S Strap, lifting 10. 24-010-06-S

19. 24-016_1-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2)

24_)16-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) t1. 24-089-35-S

20. 24-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std,) (2) 12. 24-089-34-S

24-017-02-S Valve, Intake (.25) (2) 13. 52-139-09-S

21. 24-032-05-S Seal, valve stem (2) 14. M-0545010-$

22. 235011-S Retainer, spring (4)

23. 24-089_2-S Spring, valve (4) 15. 24-018-O4-S

24. 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (4) 16. 24-402-05-S

25. 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 17. 12-153-01-S

26. 24-318-11-S Headassembly, #1 cylinder 18. 24-126-19-S

19. 12-123-04-S

Kit, valve cover - breather 20. M-545016-S

(Inoi.16,17,28) 21. 12o153..02-S

Grommet, rubder 22. 24A_38-04-S

Kit, breather separator

(Includes 28,30-33) 23. 24-755-46-S

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16

(2) 24. 12-153-03-S

Strap, breather 25. 12-380-04-S

Bracket, breather separator 26. M-631005-S

27. 12-032-01-S

27, 24-755-76-S

28. 25-313-02-S

29. 24-755-57-S

30. M-545016-S

31. 24-44_02-S

32. 24-126-44-S

33. 24-112-12-S Spacer

34. 24-294-,06-S Fitting 28. X-25-102-S

35. 24-326-13-S Hose, breather 29. 24-144-01-S

36. 24-326-14-S Hose, breather

37. x_.26-9-S Clamp, hose (2)

DESCRIPTION

Seal, oil front

Crankcase

(USE: MinitYock )

Fitting

Pin, dowel locating (6)

Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (2)

(Includes 7,8)

Piston w/Ring Set (.25) (2)

Piston w/Ring Set (.50) (2)

Kit, piston w/deg set (,08)

Ring Set (Std.) (2)

Ring Set (.25) (2)

Ring Set (.50) (2)

Retainer, piston pin (4)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft

Shim, camshaft (A.R,)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Camshaft (Includes 11,12)

Spdeg, ACR (Heavy)

Spdeg,ACR (Light)

Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange M5xO.Sxl0

(2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Reed, breather (2)

O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

Bracket, oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sx16

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Dipstick assembly (Includes

23,24)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 24)

O-Ring,dipstick

Pin, hitch

Washer,plain6mm

Seal, governorcrossshaft

Washer,plain1/4"

Shaft,governorcross

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.

inches1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534

IGNITION /ELECTRICAL I

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BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534

IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1. 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 1. 24-027-2g-s HouSin0, blower (Includes 2

(Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) (Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063

2. M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 (4) 2. 24-1CO-O1-S Nut, plastic (3)

3. X-25-92-S Washer, plain 5/16" (4) 3. 24.100-02-S Nut, plastic (2)

4. 24-112-04.S spacer, grass screen (4) 4. 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16"

5. 25-086-47-S BOlt,shoulder (4) 5. M-545020-S Screw, bax. flange MSx0.8>

6, 24-157_]3-S Fan 6. M-0545016-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8>

7. 12-086-14-S Screw, bex. ttange MlOxl,Sx46 7. M-0551016-S Screw, hex. flar_ge M5xO.8>.

8. 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8". 8. M-0645016-S Screw, hex. flange M6xt .0x

9. X-42-15-$ Key 9. 24.146-16-S Plate, backing -#2 side

10. 24.025-04.S Rywbael 10. 24.146-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side

11. 25-403-O3-S Rectifier-regulator 11. 24.063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2 ek

12. X-25-92-$ Wasbar, platn 3/16" (2) 12. 24.(To3-14-S 13affle, valley - #2 side

13. 24.086-18-S Screw, phillips hd. 11 -t 6x7/8 (2) 13. 24-063-30-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# tsk

14. 23661)2-S Connector (3 contact) 14, 24.063-23-S Balfte, valley - # t side

15. 54-755-09-S Kit, 15 amp stator 15. M-545010-S Screw. hex. flange M5x0.8x

(Includes 24 126 71 )

16. 12-132-06-S Spark Plug (2) NOTILLUSTRATED

17. M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0 8x25 (2) 24-09666-S Cover, control

18. 48-154.02-S Clip,cable 24-086-06-S Screw, pl_lllips hd, 11-16x3/,

19, X-25-63-S Washer, plain 1/4"

20. 24-554.01-S Mobule,ignition(2) AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

21, M-545020-S Screw, hex flange

M5xO,Sx20 (4) KEY PART

24, 2-351-73-S Clip, cable NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

NOTILLUSTRATED

24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire

X-22-1 t-S Washer, rock 1/4"

24-176-79-S Harness, widng

Lead, black (rect.-reg. 5" o 12

gauge

25-518-28-S insulated gdp barrel eyelets)

24.113-18-S Decal, grass screen

12-454.03-S Tie,wire

1. 24-164_6-S Manifold, intake

2. M-651055-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl.Ox

3. 24.041-01-S Gasket, intake manifold (2)

4. 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

5. 24.094-'_8-S Base, air cleaner

6. 24-041-13-S Gasket, fuel spitback cup

7. 24-109-09-S Cup, fuel spitback

8. 24-083-05-S precleaner, element

9. 24-083-03-S Element, air cleaner

10. 231032-S Seal,breather

11, 24-096_01-S Cover, inner air cleaner

12. 12-100"g1"S Wing NUt

13. 24-096-73"S Cover, air cleaner

14. 54-755_1-S Kit, knob with seal

(Includes 15 & 16)

15. 25-341_)3-S Knob, cover

16. 24-153-15-S O-Ring

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

1Inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR- MODEL NU MBER 917.273080

KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534

STARTING SYSTEM I

7-Q

OIL PAN LU BRICATION J

ENGINE CONTROLS I5

1/_" _

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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534

STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70

2. 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion

3. M/839080-S Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x80

4. 12-468-01-S Washer, plain 11/82' (3)

5. 25-098-05-S Starter, (Includes 6-11)

6. 12-2,?.1-01-S Kit, brush

7. 12-227-13-S Cap

8. 12-211-01-S Bolt, thru (2)

9. 12-755-54-S Kit, drive

10. 12-227-06-S Cap, drive end

11. 12-170-05-S Armature

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. M-642025-S

2. 24-090-14-S

3. M-641060-S

4. 24-089"01 -S

5. 25-t 58-08-S

6. 24-079"04-S

7. 25"158-11-S

8. M-547050-S

9. 24-089_03-S

10. 24-126-56-S

11. M-645016-S

12. 12-237-01-S

13. 24-086..43-S

14. 24-09(TO7-S

15. 24-468-01-S

16. 24-089-18-S

17, M-446030-S

18, 24-090-13-S

19. M-545020-S

20. 24-089/81 -S

21. 24_090-05-S

22. 41-468-03-S

23. M-403025-S

24. 24-079-05-S

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25

Lever, governor

Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0

Spdng, linkage

Bushing, linkage retaining

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle linkage

Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8

Spdng, choke return

Bracket, control

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16

(4)

Clamp, cable (2)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16

(2)

Lever, thorttle actuator

Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

Spring, governor

Nut, hex M4x0.7

Lever, throttle control

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sx20

Spdng, throttle limiter

Lever, choke

Washer, sphng 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x2.5

Linkage, choke

Screw, hex. flange M5XO.8X16

(Goes into 24-126-56 as a

positive throttle stop)

NOTILLUS'n_ATED

M-545016-S

10,

11,

12,

13.

14,

15.

16,

17,

18,

M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2)

M_31005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly

(Includes 1,2,&4-10)

24-393-08-S Oil pump assembly (Includes 5)

24-123_5-S Tube, oil pickup

24-162-26-S Screen, oil

24-043-12-S Kit, governor gear w/pin

(Includes 8)

12-380_1 -S Pin, governor regulating

52-448-02-S Tab, locking

12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

24-153-08-S O-Ring

X-75-32-S Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8'

24-136-01-S Nipple, oil filter

52-050-02-S Filter, oil

52-032-08-S Seal, oil (PTO end)

24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45

24-086-16-S Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x45 (9)

X-75-10-S Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8' N.P.T.F.

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273080

KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534

CRANKSHAFT I

-1

EXHAUST I

FUELSYSTEM I

TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.273080

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2. 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 2€-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust (2)

2. 25-g72-04-S Stud, MSx1.25x33 (4)

-- 24 755103-S Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

10,

11.

12.

13,

14.

15.

24-853-61-S Kit. carburetor w/gaskets

(InCludes 2-4)

24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor

24-353-61-S Carburetor assembly (For

information only not

available separately)

M-629095-S Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)

M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl .g (2)

47-154-01-S Clip, cable

52-353-22-S Line, fuel 12" (2)

X-426-9-S Clamp, hose (6)

24-686-12-S Screw, hex. cap. M6x1.7x18 (2)

24-393-16-S Pump, fuel - pulse

24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)

24-353-63-S Line, Fuel 10 5/8"

15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11- 1,,2"

24-050_02-S Filter, fuel

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgiven inU.S. inches

1inch= 25,4 mm

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

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