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Owner's Manual

[RAFTXMI:IN
24.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273201

•
•
•
•

Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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

For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:

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

Sears, Roebuck
ar=d Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Maintenance

Warranty .................................................
2
Safety Rules ...........................................
2
Product Specifications
...........................
5
Assembly ................................................
8
Operation ............................
,... .............. 12
Maintenance
Schedule .......................... 19

LIMITED

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

.........................................

Service and Adjustments ...................... 23
Storage .................................................
31
Troubleshooting
....................................
32
Repair Parts .........................................
36
Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover

ON CRAFTSMAN

RIDING

EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,
Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in matedal or
workmanship.
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.
• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in
the owner's manual.
• Riding equipment
LIMITED

used for commercial

90 DAY WARRANTY

or rental purposes.

ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship
and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty
service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from
the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the
date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This
warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to
state.
-_
Sears, Roebuck

and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman

GENERAL OPERATION

Estates,

IL 60179

Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine

ly 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.

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.
2

• Turn off bladeswhen

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

OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to lossof-control and tipover accidents, which
can result in severe injury or death. All
slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on
it, do not mow it.
DO:

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

CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

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

grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.

dations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments. These can change
the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
DO NOT:
• Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
• Do notmow 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 c_uld cause sliding.
3

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

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

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

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not
across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overtum the machine. Tall

• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another

• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.

grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
• Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

,_Look
for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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

responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine
enter the area.

A.CAUTION:

off if children

In order to prevent

acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.

PRODUCT

Please read and retain this manual. The

SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER
_ASOLINE
;APACITY
,ND TYPE:

instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".

24.0
3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED
REGULAR

OIL TYPE

SAE 10W-30

(API-SF/SG/SH):

(above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30

MAINTENANCE

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

(below 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY:

W/FILTER:
4.2 PINTS
W/O FILTER: 3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
3AP: .030")

Champion RC12YC

VALVE
CLEARANCE:

NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND

FORWARD:

SPEED

IMPH):
TIRE PRESSURE:
3HARGING
SYSTEM:

AGREEMENT

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage"
owner's manual.

_WARNING:
This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered
or
grass-covered
land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working
order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands. A spark
arrester for the muffler is available through
your nearest Sears Authorized Service
Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of
this manual).

5.8

REVERSE:
2.1
FRONT: 14 PSI
REAR: 10 PSI
15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

E3AI-IERY:

AMP/HR:
35
MIN. CCA:
280
CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT
TORQUE:

27-35

sections of this

FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase
of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been
designed, engineered and manufactured
to give you the best possible dependability
and performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact your
nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
We have competent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.

Parts Bag contents

shown full size

_J
(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18 _
(1) Washer
_
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _li=

/
J

(3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8
(2) Lock Washers

(2) Washers
3116 x 3/4 x
16 Gauge

(2) Weld Nuts #10

#10

Partspackedseparatelyin carton

Seat
Video
Cassette
lie

Steering
Wheel

Manual

Parts Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

(_(4)

Wheels

2) Latch Hook
Assemblies

(Optional)

(4) Locknuts
3/8-16

(4)

(4) Washers
(4) Clevis Pins

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

(4) Retainer Springs

(4) Shoulder Bolts

Steering Sleeve

Slope Sheet

Steering Sleeve
Extension

(2) Front Link Assemblies

Steering
Wheel Insert

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor
a parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools
as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.
TOOLS

REQUIRED

FOR

ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.
(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 3/4" Socket w/
(1)Pliers
drive ratchet
(1) 1/2" wrench
(1) Phillips Screw(1) Utility knife
driver
(t) 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 steedng wheel).
TO REMOVE
CARTON

TRACTOR

FROM

UNPACK CARTON
• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts boxes from shipping carton (See
pages 6).
• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on
all four corners of shipping carton, and
lay panels flat.

Steering
Sleeve
TO ROLL

Remove mower and packing materials.
Check for any additional loose parts or
boxes and remove.

OFF

SKID

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
• Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.
• Place freewheel control in freewheeling

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR
OFF
SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large

position to disengage transmission (See
"TO TRANSPORT"
in the Operation
section of this manual).
• Roll tractor forward off skid.
• Remove ties from V-belts.

flat washer from steering shaft.
• Position front wheels of the tractor so
they are pointing straight forward.
_ in_
lide
shaft.
the steering sleeve over the steerAlign tabs and press steering sleeve
extension into bottom of steering wheel.
• Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
onto steering wheel adapter.
• Secure steering wheel to steering shaft
with hex bolt, lock washer and large flat
washer previously removed. Tighten
securely.
• Snap steedng wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
• Remove protective materials from trac-

HOW
CHECK

TO SET

UP YOUR

TRACTOR

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 manual for charging
instructions).

tor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT:
Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll offskid.
"

TRACTOR

(See Operation
section
for location
and function
of controls)

• -

CHECK

++÷++_

+•+

.+
•

s,t

,, .....

:
+°+"

i+;

INSTALL

/_aue,
_

• Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be sure that gauge wheel
bar aligning holes are on top. Assemble
gauge wheels as shown using shoulder
bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center
Iocknuts and tighten securely.
• For ease of mower to tractor assembly,
raise gauge wheels to highest position
and retain with clevis pins and spring
retainers.
• Adjust gauge wheels before operating
mower. See "TO ADJUST GAUGE

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.
• Remove cardboard packing on seat
pan.
• Place seat on seat pan and assemble
shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt
securely.
• Assemble adjustment knob and flat
washer loosely. Do not tighten.
• Lower seat into operating position and
sit on seat.
• Slide seat until a comfortable position is
reached which allows you to press
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
• Get off seat without moving its adjusted
position.
• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob
securely.
Seat

WHEELS" in the Operation section of
this manual.
Retainer

PinJ .
Adjusting

Seat Pan

Shoulder
Bolt

Bar

Gauge
Wheel

_:+._-_

Flat Washer
CHECK

SYSTEM

The gauge wheels are designed to keep
the mower deck in proper position when
operating mower. Be sure they are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance.

SEAT

Adjustment
Knob

BRAKE

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.
ASSEMBLE
GAUGE WHEELS TO
MOWER DECK

3/8 Washer

TIRE PRESSURE

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

3/8-16 Center
Locknut

• Place the suspension arms on inward
pointing deck pins If necessary, rock
and raise front of mower to align deck
pins with the holes in suspension arms.
Retain with double loop retainer spring
with loops down as shown.
• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with

INSTALL MOWER
AND DRIVE BELT
Be sure tractor is on level surface and
mower suspension arms are raised with
attachment lift control (see Know Your
Tractor in the Operation section). Engage
parking brake.
• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway
bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to
left side of mower deck.
• Slide mower under tractor with dis-

double loop retainer spring.
• Turn height adjustment knob clockwise
to remove slack from mower suspension.

charge guard to right side of tractor.
IMPORTANT:
Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. Install
belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

• Raise deck to highest position.
• Adjust gauge wheels before operating
mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

• Install one front link in top hole of the
left hand front mower bracket and left
hand front suspension bracket. Retain
with two single loop retainer springs as
shown.
• Install second front link in right hand
front suspension bracket only and retain
with single loop retainer spring as
shown.

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
ALL BELTS

• Slide right side of mower back and
install link in top hole of right hand front
mower bracket. Retain with single loop
retainer spring as shown.
• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops.
• Lower mower linkage with attachment
lift control.

POSITION

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade
drive belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify that the
belts are routed correctly.
Front
Brackets

DOUBLE LOOP
RETAINER
Suspension
SPRING (Inward
Arms
pointing deck pins)
Front Mower
Bracket

Chassis Bracket

Gauge
Wheel

Spnngs
Double Loop
Retainer Spring
Anti-Sway Bar
Use Pliers For
Retainer Springs
Idler Pulley
Discharge
Guard

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

v"CHECKLIST

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

Please review the following checklist:
/ All assembly instructions have been
completed.
,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/Battery
is properly prepared and
charged.
(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
,I 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

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch
hook by inserting weld nut from the top
with hook pointing down.
• Tighten hardware securely.
• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.
• Place front of mulcher plate over front of
mower deck opening and slide into
place, as shown.
• Hook front latch into hole on front of
mower deck.
• Hook roar latch into hole on back of
mower deck.
_CAUTION:
Do not remove discharge
guard from mower. Raise and hold guard
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT
DISCHARGING

TO BAGGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safe place. Your mower is now ready for
discharging or installation of optional
grass catcher accessory.
NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades. The mulcher blades are designed
for discharging
and bagging also.
Weld Nut
from the "Pc
Lock
Hook Points
Weld Nut
Latch

Latch

Weld
Nut
Plate

_1-Screw

they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
,/Check
wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
4" Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel
control is in drive position.
While learning how to use your tractor,
pay extra attention to the following important items:
,/" Engine oil is at proper level.
Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.
,/Become
familiar with all controls - their
location and function.
Operate them
before you start the engine.
•/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
,/it is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO
START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
this manual).

Lock Washer

Deflector
Shield

Hooks
11

section of

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature
Learn and understand their meaning.

supplied

with the product.

I- ;I
BATTERY

ENGINE ON

CAUTION OR
WARNING

REVERSE

FORWARD

FAST

SLOW

ENGINE OFF

OIL PRESSURE

CLUTCH

LIGHTS ON

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

DIFFERENTIAL

PARKING BRAKE

UNLOCKED

FUEL

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

PARKING BRAKE

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

KEEP AREA CLEAR

SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

IGNITION

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,

Ignition
Switch

Light Switch
Position

Hourmeter
Attachment
Clutch Switch
Throttle Control
Lift Lever
Plunger
Clutch/Brake
Pedal
Lift Lever

Choke
Control

Motion
Control
Lever

Height
Adjustment
Knob
Free Wheel

Our tractors

conform to 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:
Used to control
engine speed.
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL: Used for
declutching and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
CHOKE CONTROL:
Used when starting a
cold engine.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
KNOB: Used to
adjust the mower cutting height.
IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and
stopping the engine.

ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER: Used to
raise and lower the mower deck or other
attachments mounted to your tractor.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release
attachment lift lever when changing its
position,
AMMETER:
Indicates battery charging (+)
or discharging (-).
PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake
into the brake position.
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER - Selects the
speed and direction of the tractor.
FREEWHEEL
CONTROL - Disengages
transmission for pushing or slowly towing
the tractor with the engine off.
HOURMETER
- Indicates hours of operation -

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the
I
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses
|
or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments
or |
repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan-|
dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use.
• Never use choke to stop engine.

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 "ENGAGED" position and release pressure
from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should
remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure
parking brake will hold tractor secure.
Throttle
Control

Push-In to
"Disengage

IMPORTANT:
Leaving the ignition switch
in any position other than OFF" will cause
the battery to be discharged (dead).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when
tractor is standing idle with the engine 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.
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 mower perforrnance.
CHOKE CONTROL

Attachment Clutch
Switch Pull Out To
"Engage"

"Brake"

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a
warm engine.
• To engage choke control, pull knob out.
Slowly push knob in to disengage.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

Lever

Pedal"Ddve"
Posi_on

"Disengaged"
Position

STOPPING
MOWER BLADES

Brake
"Engaged"
Posi_on

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 CUTTING HEIGHT

• To stop mower blades, move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"
position.
GROUND DRIVE• To stop ground drive, depress
clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE"
position.
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position.
IMPORTANT:
The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
ENGINE -

The cutting height is controlled
ing the height adjustment
desired
direction.

by turnknob
in

• Turn knob clockwise (G) to raise cutting
height.
• Turn knob counterclockwise
(,.3)to
lower cutting height.
The cutting height range is approximately
1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights are
approximate and may vary depending
upon soil conditions, height of grass and
types of grass being mowed.

• 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".
14

• The averagelawn

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.
• Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface.
• Lower mower and adjust mower to
desired cutting height.
• Remove retainer spring and clevis pin
which secure each gauge wheel bar.
• Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise
gauge wheels slightly to align holes in
bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert
clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be
slightly off the ground.
• Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.
Retainer

,_CAUTION:
Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, on
mowers so equipped, or the discharge
guard in place.
TO OPERATE ON HILLS
_CAUTION:
Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do
not drive across any slope.
• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills.
• If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posif stopping
is absolutely
push
tion
and engage
parking necessary,
brake.
Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position.
IMPORTANT:
The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position
when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
• To restart movement, slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.
• Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.
• Make all turns slowly.
i

Attachment Clutch
Switch Pull Out To
"Engage"

Attachment Lift Lever
High Position
/
LOW
JPosition

spring

._-.-.

ClEvis
Pin

IMPORTANT:
Be sure to readjust gauge
wheels if you change the cutting height of
the mower deck.
TO OPERATE

"Disengage"

f_)

)_'

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

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 lift control.
• Start mower blades by enga_]ing attach, ment clutch control.
BLADES

-"Z_, __

TO TRANSPORT

MOWER

• TO STOP MOWER

Push In TO

Discharge
\ Guard

- disen-

gage attachment clutch control.
15

IMPORTANT:
When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C),
use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
Zd 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

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

TOWING
CARTS
ATTACHMENTS

AND

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See
Storage Instructions for additional
information. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
t_k or permonent damage may occur.
CAUTION:
Fill to bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use
gasoline near an open flame.
TO START
ENGINE

OTHER

Tow only the attachments
that are recommended by and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use
common sense when towing. Too heavy of
a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.
Tires can lose traction with the ground and
cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE
CHECK

STARTING
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

THE ENGINE

OIL LEVEL

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 "DISENGAGED" 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.

• 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
Maintenance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the
Maintenance section in this manual.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and
cold starting procedures
below.
• Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to "START" position and
release key as soon as engine starts.
Do not run starter continuously for more
than fifteen seconds per minute. If the
engine does not start after several
attempts, push choke control in, wait a
few minutes and try again. If engine still
does not start, pull the choke control out
and retry.

ADD GASOLINE
• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will
increase carbon and lead oxide
deposits and reduce valve life). Do not
mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30
days to assL)re fuel freshness.
16

WARM WEATHER
AND ABOVE)

STARTING

(50" F

• When engine starts, slowly push choke
control in until the engine begins to run
smoothly. If the engine starts to run
roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue
to push the control in slowly.
• The attachments
and ground drive can
now be used. If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to warm up for one minute using
the choke as described above.
COLD WEATHER
BELOW)

STARTING

(50 ° F AND

• 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:

PURGE

TRANSMISSION

_,CAUTION:
Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is
running.
To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor
for the first time. This procedure will
remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during
shipping of your tractor.
IMPORTANT:
Should your transmission
require removeal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor.
• Place tractor safely on level surface with
engine off and parking brake set.
• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling
position
(See "TO TRANSPORT"
in this section
of manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion
control lever in neutral (N) position,
slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.
• Move motion control lever to full forward
position and hold for five (5) seconds.
Move lever to full reverse position and
hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this
procedure three (3) times.
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.

• 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 p6sition.
• Allow one minute for transmission
to
warm up. This can be done during the
engine warm up period.
• The attachments
can be used during
the engine warm-up period after the
transmission
has been warmed up and
may require the choke control be pulled
out slightly.
NOTE: A high altitude (above 3000 feet)
or in cold temperatures
(below 32 F) the
carburetor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine performance.
See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR"
in the
Service and AdjLjstments section of this
manual.

MULCHING

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

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 perpendicular to
the first cut path.
• Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting
and graining of the lawn.

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 distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow
in the opposite direction making left
hand turns until finished.
• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings.
Make first cut relatively high; the second
to the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet
grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.
• Always operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing
performance and proper discharge of
material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the
mower the best cutting performance as
well as the quality of cut desired.
• When operating attachments, select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance of the attachment being used.

l_i_l_'_--]

Max 1/3

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

.A,.TE...CESC.EOU'E

FiLL IN DATES

As COMPLETE
REGU R
SERVICE
Check Tire
BrakePressure
Operation
Check

Y Y Y , SERVlCE
_

DATES

_.#

Check Operator Presence and

T InterlockSystems
R Check for Loose Fasteners

;I//
I1_

V.7

CA Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
T Lubrication Chart
0

_/4
V'

Check Battery Level
Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

l_s

I Adjust Motion Odve Belt(s) Tension
Check Engine Oil Level

V's
If

Change Engine Oil

I_t_,:

E
N

Clean
Clean Air
Air Fitter
Screen

_V':

Inspect MuffiedSpark Arrester

Replace
Oil Filter
(If equipped)
Clean
Engine
Cooling
Fins

It_l,_
V.=

Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

iV'

Replace Fuel Filter

1 -Ch_gernorec_enwhenoperatingunderaheavyloadorinhighambienltemperalures.

5-1fequ_ppedwithadjustablesystem,

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty cortdifmns,

6 - Not required if equipped with maintenanceJree

3 - If equippedwith oil fiiflr, change ci_ever/50 hours,
4 - Replace blades moreo_en wh_ mow_g in sandy soil.

7 - T'_htan Iront axle pivotbolt to35 ft.-Ibs,max=mum.
Do no_ov=rifghte_.

b_ery.

GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
LUBRICATION
CHART
The warranty on this tractor does not cover
O_e Rod Ball Joints
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value
eSpindle Zerk -from the warranty, operator must maintain
F
eSpindle Zerk
-/----Y_
/
tractor as instructed in this manual. Some
adjustments
will need to be made periodieFront [_/
_
/- eFront
cally to properly maintain your tractor.
Wheel _1_.'-;
__-__;:__-_'k._'.3
_
Wheel
All adjustments in the Service and
Bearing _
"_,_-'_._J
Bearing
Adjustments
section of this manualshould
Zerk
l _',-. _
Zerk
• Once a year you should replace the
spark plug clean or replace air filter and
check bla_es and be ts for wear. A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your
longer.
be engine
checkedrunatbetter
least and
once last
each
season.

BEFORE EACH USE

Sector
:_//
GearTeeth /

_Steering

Check engine oil level.
Check brake operation.

Check operator
presence and interlock
o Check
systemstireforpressure.
proper operation,
Check for loose fasteners.

\ I

__"_

.Engine

_General
Purpose
Grease
OSpray
Silicone
lubriant
(Move Boots
to Lubricate)
eRefer to
Maintenance
ENGINE
Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot
points which have special, nylon bearings.
Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that
will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bear-

ings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use
only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.
19

TRACTOR
Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenperforming any maintenance.
BRAKE OPERATION

• 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.
PRESENCE

Edge
Flat Washer,

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
stopping distance at high speed in highest
gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See
"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).
TIRES

OPERATOR

Mandrel
Blade

SYSTEM

Hex Bolt
(Grade 8)*
\_,

7, ;'_

Star

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be
identified by six lines on the belt head.

IMPORTANT:
treated.

Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is
balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause
excessive vibration and eventual damage
to mower and engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while it is on the mower.
• To check blade balance, you will need a
5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone
balancer. (When using a cone balancer,
follow the instructions supplied with balancer).
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing
blade. The lobes of the center hole may
appear to be centered, but are not.
• Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion
of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt
or pin parallel with the ground. If blade
is balanced, it should remain in a hodzontal position. If either end of the blade
moves downward, sharpen the heavy
end until the blade is balanced.

Be sure that operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your
tractor does not function as described
below, repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed
and attachment clutch control is in the
disengaged position.
• When the engine is running, any
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any
Center Hole .'
attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should never
5/8"Bolt
_
Blade
operate unless the operator is in the
seat.
or Pin
_
_,'_
BLADE CARE
BATTERY
For best results mower blades must be
Your tractor has a battery charging system
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
which is sufficient for normal use.
blades.
However, pedodic charging of the battery
BLADE REMOVAL
with an automotive charger will extend its
life.
• Raise mower to highest position to allow
access to blades.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat
• Keep battery bolts tight.
washer securing blade.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Install new or resharpened blade with
Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
trailing edge up towards deck as shown.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on
IMPORTANT:
To ensure proper assembly,
your tractor is maintenance free. Do not
center hole in blade must align with star
attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
on mandrel assembly.
Adding or checking level of electrolyte is
• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and
not necessary.
flat washer in exact order as shown.
• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.
torque).
20

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 petroleum
jelly.
• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY
in the SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manu-

V .al).
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 transmission while engine is running or while the
transmission is hot.
• Inspect cooling fan to be sure f._n
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

Change the oil after every 50 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 50 hours in one
year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8)
hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil
level.
TO CHANGE

ENGINE

OIL

Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API
service classification SF, SG, or SH.
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful
not to allow dirt to enter the engine
when changing oil.
• Remove drain plug.
• After oil has drained completely, replace
oil drain plug and tighten securely.
• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this
manual.
• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for
checking level. Insert dipstick into the
tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube.
Do not thread the cap onto the tube
when taking reading.
Keep oil at
"FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when finished.
Oil Drain Plug

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

ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Air Screen

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

CLEAN

•Oil Fill
Cap/Dipstick

AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn
dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING
AREAS
To insure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, cooling fins, and other
external surfaces of the engine are kept
clean at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins
and external surfaces as necessary. Make
sure the 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.

• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate,
and nut.
• Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 25 hours of operation or every
season. Service paper cartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty
conditions.
• Loosen knob and remove cover.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

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

IN-LINE

FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season. If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.
• With engine cool, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.

Slide 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 a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and
clamps are propedy positioned.
• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Cartridge
Foam
Pre-cleaner
Cartridge
Plate
Rubber
Seal

CLEANING

Nut

of
all foreign
Clean
engine, matter.
battery, seat, finish, etc.
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water
in engine can result in a shortened engine
life.
i

Knob
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.
22

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

TRACTOR
TO REMOVE

MOWER

• Remove two retainer springs from each
front link and remove links.
• Slide mower forward and remove belt

• Place attachment clutch in uDISEN-

from electdc clutch pulley.
• Slide mower out from under right side of
tractor.
IMPORTANT:
If an attachment other than
the mower deck is to be mounted on the

GAGED" position.
• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest
setting.
• Lower mower to its lowest position,
• Remove retainer spdng holding antiswaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.
• Remove retainer spdngs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms
from deck.
• Raise attachment lift to its highest position.
Adjustment
Nuts
Lift
Links
Suspension
Arms

tractor, remove the front links.
TO INSTALL

MOWER

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

Front

Front Mower
Bracket
Chassis
Bracket

Retaine
Springs
Retainer
Spring

Anti-Sway
Bar

Front Mower

Retainer
Springs

TO LEVEL MOWERHOUSING
Adjustthe mowerwhiletractoris parked
on level groundor driveway. Makesure
tires are properlyinflated(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS").
If tires are
over or underinflated, you will not properly

• 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 =P is 118" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "H"
against trunnion on both front links.

adjust your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE

ADJUSTMENT

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

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will
change dim. =P by approximately 3/8".
• Recheck side-to-side

adjustment.
Mandrel

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

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

link adjustment nut on that side.
NOTE:
Each full turn of adjustment nut
will change mower height about 3/16";
• Recheck measurements
Bottom Edge of
Mower to

after adjusting.
Bottom Edge of
__
Mower to

)

Nut "H"_

"_ Nut "G"
FRONT-TO-BACK
IMPORTANT:

ADJUSTMENT
Trunnion/-

Deck must be level side-to-

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

TO REPLACE

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

MOWER

DRIVE

BELT

BELT REMOVAL

• Park tractor on a level suffade. Engage
parking brake.
• Remove screws from left hand mandrel
cover and remove cover.
• Roll belt over the top of left hand mandrel pulley.
• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.
• Remove belt from idler pulleys.
• Remove any dirt or grass clippings
which may have accumulated around
mandrels and entire upper deck surface.
• Check primary idler arm and two idlers
to see that they rotate freely.
• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and belt in mower hous_ing.

highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
Measure distance "P directly in front of
and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.
• Before making any necessary adjustments, 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 "G" on both front links an equal
number of turns.
• When distance "P is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "H" against
trunnion on both front links.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION
• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt
is in both belt keepem at the idlers as
shown.
• Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

• Roll belt into upper groove of left hand
mandrel pulley.
• Carefully check belt routing making sure
belt is in the grooves correctly and
inside belt keepers.
• Reassemble left hand mandrel cover.

Screws

Left Hand
Mandrel
Cover

Idler
_=

Pulleys

Mower
Ddve Belt

Left Hand
Mandrel

Pdmary
Idler Arm

Belt
Keepers

TO REPLACE
BELT

MOWER

BLADE

Park the tractor on level 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.

DRIVE
Engage

parking brake.
• Remove mower drive belt (See =TO
REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

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
"tNSTALL 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).

this section of this manual).
• Remove mower (See =TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of this manual),
• Remove screws from R,H. mandrel
cover and remove cover. Unhook
spring from bolt on mower housing.
• Carefully roll belt off R,H. mandrel pulley.
• Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel pulley.
• Remove any dirt or grass which may
have accumulated around mandrels and
entire upper deck surface.
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Left Hand
Mandrel
"Mandrel
Mower Blade
Drive Belt

Idler
Pulley
Right Hand
Mandrel
Cover

Secondary
Idler Arm
Spring
Anti-Sway-Bar Bracket

TO ADJUST

ATTACHMENT

Screw

CLUTCH

The electric clutch should provide years of
service. The clutch has a built-in brake
that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
Eventually, the intemal brake will wear
which may cause the mower blades to not
engage, or, to not stop as required.
Adjustments should be made by your
nearest authorized service center/department.
• Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF' position.
• Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until
space between clutch plate and rotor
measures .012" at all three slot locations cut in the side of brake plate.
NOTE: After installing a new electric
clutch, run tractor at full throttle and
engage and disengage electric clutch 10
cycles to wear in clutch plate.
Slot (3)
Clutch Plata
Rotor
,--_
;

Locknut _t
(3)
TO ADJUST

j
>

"_ "_'_
_..

Brake
Plate

With Parking
Brake
=Engaged"

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 trensaxle pul-

BRAKE
• Remove belt from transaxle pulley.
• Remove belt from engine pulley and
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable
front V-idler pulley.
brake system which is mounted on the
side of the transaxle.
• Pull belt out of all belt keepers and
remove from tractor.
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet
BELT INSTALLATION
stopping distance at high speed in high• Place V part of belt into grooves on
est gear, then brake must be adjusted.
engine pulley and front V-idler, making
• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage
sure to route belt inside of all belt keepparking brake.
ers.
• Measure distance between brake oper• Route belt on right side, coming from Vating arm and nut =A" on brake rod.
• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
idler, towards back of tractor, above
jam nut and turn nut =A" until distance
midspan belt keeper and to top of
becomes 1-1/2 _. Retighten jam nut
transaxle pulley.
• Route belt on left side, coming from
against nut "A".
engine pulley, towards back of tractor
• Road test tractor for proper stopping
and through loop in midspan belt keepdistance as stated above. Readjust if
er.
necessary. If stopping distance is still
• Place V part of belt into grooves on
_Feater than six (6)feet in highest gear,
turther maintenance is necessary.
_ansaxle and fan idler pulleys, making
dure to route belt inside of all belt keepContact your nearest authorized serers.
vice center/department.
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•

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
•
Belt
Transaxle
Clutching Idler_,_,Keeper
Engine
Pulley Clutching Flat Idler_

Belt Keepers
I

Belt

Fan

Keeper

Idler

V Idler
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 Iocatedon
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.

TRANSMISSION
MENT

REMOVAL/REPLACE-

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.
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.
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 "A" should be 1/8" to
1/4" less than rear dimension "B".
TO ADJUST

TOE-IN

• Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves
on tie rod.
• Adjust tie rod until dimension =A" is 1/8"
to 1/4" less than dimension "B".
• Tighten jam nuts securely.
FRONT WHEEL CAMBER
The front wheel camber is not adjustable
on your tractor. If damage has occurred to
affect the front wheel camber, contact your
nearest authorized service center/department.

Tighten
Iocknut Iocknut,
114 turn.loosen jam nut
While holding
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 114
turn.
Road test tractor after adjustment and
repeat procedure if necessary.

t_._
. i/_'_

_ocknut

Adjustment
Sleeves

Jam Nuts
i

( /,::-1
'_

TO REMOVEWHEELFORREPAIRS
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 f_,ve (5) hub bolts to allow
wheel removal.
• Repair tire and reassemble.
Replace
and tighten hub bolts securely.
NOTE= To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may be purchased from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.

Washers
Ring
Axle
Cover
TO START
TERY

ENGINE

WITH A WEAK

BAT-

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

JUMPER

CABLES

TO REMOVE
ORDER -

CABLES,

REVERSE

• BLACK cable first from chassis and
then from the fully charged battery.
• RED cable last from both batteries.
"Positive_._k.___

_=._L

"Negative"

,.-,o,1\

REPLACING

BATTERY

4=CAUTION:
Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other
object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,rings,etc.
Positive terminal must be connected first
to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.
• Lift hood to raised position.
Remove terminal guard.
Disconnect BLACK battery cable then
RED battery cable and carefully remove
battery from tractor.
• Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
Reinstall terminal guard.
First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt
and keps nut as shown. Tighten secure• _onnect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with
remaining hex bolt and keps nut.
Tighten securely.
• Close terminal access doors.
• Close hood.
; Nut

Terminal
Access
Door_

Hex Bolt

• 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 _IROUND,
away from fuel tank and Ibattery.

..o
Positive
(Red) Cable
_.".....
Guard

(Black)
Cable

TO REPLACEHEADLIGHTBULB
• Raise hood.
• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.
• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in the
backside of the grill.
• Close hood.
INTERLOCKS
AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your
tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section.
TO REPLACE FUSE

Hood
Headlight
Wire
Connector

ENGINE
Maintenance,
repair, or replacement of the
emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers
expense, may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE
CONTROL
CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:
• With engine not running, move throttle
control lever to fast position.
• Check that speed control lever is
against stop screw. If it is not, loosen
casing clamp screw and pull throttle
cable until lever is against screw.
Tighten clamp screw securely.

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The 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 lift effort for
heavier attachments.
• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise
for lighter attachments.
• Retighten jam nut against spring bushing.
IMPORTANT:
Do not adjust for maximum
spring tension when using light attachments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever
spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not
overpower spring. When removing attachment, always adjust spring tension to its
lowest position.
Jam Nut
Spring
Bolt

Idle

Needle

Attachment
Lift Spring

Speed
AdjusUng
Screw

Stop
Screw

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY
• Raise hood.
Unsnap headlight wire connector.
Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

Throttle
Control
Cable

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor.
• To replace, reverse above procedure.

Choke
Control
Cable
Clamp Screw

TO ADJUSTCHOKECONTROL
The chokecontrolhas been presetat the
factory and adjustment should not be necessary, check adjustment as described
below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:
• With engine not running, move choke
control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.
• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke
(See "AIR FILTER" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).
• Choke should be closed. If it is not,
loosen casing clamp screw and move
choke cable until choke is completely
closed. 13ghten casing clamp screw securely.
• Reassemble air cleaner.

With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting
needle in (clockwise) closing it finger
tight and then tum out (counterclockwise) 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 soeed 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 tum
out (counterclockwise) approximately
3/4 turn to obtain the best low speed
performance.
• Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

Closed for

ACCELERATION

TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

TO ADJUSTCARBURETOR

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

SETTING

fast position. If engine hesitates or dies,
turn idle fuel adjusting needle out
(counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test
and continue to adjust, if necessary,
until engine accelerates smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust-damage may result.
IMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the facory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-govemed
high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department,
which has
proper equipment and experience _o make
any necessary adjustments.

• 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).

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. This will allow you to clean it thoroughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves,
etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
• Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"
in the Maintenance section of this 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 Maintenance
section of this manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand tightly before painting.
BATTERY
• Fully charge the battery for storage.
• After a period of time in storage, battery
may require recharging.
• To help prevent corrosion and power
leakage during long periods of storage,
battery cables should be disconnected
and battery cleaned thoroughly (see
"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance
section of
this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected 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.

Also, experience
indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in
storage.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. A_ways follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container. Run engine
at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE

OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance
section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
• Remove spark plug(s).
• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug
hole(s) into cylinder(s).
• Turn ignition key to "START" position for
a few seconds to distribute oil.
• Replace with new spark plug(s).
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts to
rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will
cause problems.
• If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt.
• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture.
Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe, which allows condensation to
form and cause your tractor to rust.,
IMPORTANT:
Never cover tractor while

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

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Will not start

CHART
CAUSE

CORRECTION

• Out of fueL.
• Engine not"CHOKED" properly.
• Engine flooded.

• Fill fuel tank.
• See "TO START ENGINE" in
Operation section.
• Wait several minutes before

•
•
•
•

• Engine valves out of adjustment.

attempting to start.
Replace spark plug.
Clean/replace air filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter.
• Check all widng.
• See "ToAdjust Carburetor' in
Service and Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized service
center.

•
•
•
•
•

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

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

Hard to start

Dirty air filter.
Bad spark plug.
Weak or dead battery.
Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.

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

• Engine valves out of adjustment.
Engine will not turn
over

• Clutch/brake pedal not
depressed.
• Attachment clutch is engaged.
• Weak or dead battery.
• Blown fuse.
•
•
•
•

Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty ignitionswitch.
Faulty solenoid or starter.

• Faulty operator presence
switch(es).
Engine clicks but will
not start

•
•
•
•

Weak or dead battery.
Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty solenoid or starter.

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

Disengage attachment clutch.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuse.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace ignitionswitch.
Check/replace solenoid or
starter.
• Contact an authodzed service
center.
• Recharge or replace battery,
• Clean battery terminals.
• Check all wiring.
• Check/replace solenoid or
starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Loss of power

• Cutting too much grass/too
fast.
• Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
• Build-up of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.

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

• Dirty airfiltar.
• Low oil ieveVdirty oil.
• Faulty spark plug.
• Dirty fuel filter.
• Stale or dirty fuel.
• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.
•
•
•
•

Dirty engine air screen/fins.
Didy/clogged muffler.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of adjustment.
Excessive vibration

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 and Adjustments
section.
• Contact an authorized service
center.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Replace blade.
bolt.

• Bent blade mandrel.

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

• Loose/damaged part(s).

Engine continues to
run when operator
leaves seat with at
tachment clutch
engaged

• Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

Poor cut - uneven

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

Tighten blade

• Check wiring, switches and connections. If not
corrected, cdntact an authorized
service center/
department.

• 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.
Mower blades will not
rotate

ing.
• Clean/replace air filter.
• Check oil level/change oil.
• Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Drain fuel tank and refill with

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

• Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

• Remove obstruction.

• Worn/damaged mower drive
belt.

• Replace mower drive belt.

TROUBLESHOOTII_
PROBLEM
Mower blades will not
rotate (cont'd)

_ CHART
CAUSE

CORRECTION

, • Frozen idler pulley.
= Frozen blade mandrel,

Poor grass discharge

Engine speed too slow.
Travel speed too fast.
Wet grass.
Mower deck not level.
Low/uneven tire air pressure.

i•

* 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.

Worn, bent or loose blade,
• bladeReplacelsharpanbott,
blade. "nghten

Buildupof grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
Mower drive belt worn.
Blades improperly installed.
Improper blades used.

i • Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash
around mandrels.
Headlight(s) not work
ing (if so equipped)

• Switch is "OFF".
i•
•
•
I°

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

I.
i"

Engine =backfires"
when turning engine
=OFF"

=•

• 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.

• Tum switch =ON".

Bulb(s) bumed out.
Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged widng.
Blown fuse.

•
•
•
•

Bad battery cell(s).
Poor cable connections.

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

Faulty regulator (if so
equipped).
Faulty alternator.

Replace bulb(s).
Check/replace light switch.
Check widng and connecUons.
Replace fuse.

• Replace altamator.

Freewheel control in =disengaged" position.
Motion drive belt worn, damaged or broken.
Air trapped in transmission
during shipment
or servicing.

* Place freewheel control in
=engaged" position.
• Replace motion drive belt.

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

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

. Purge transmission.

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

SOLENOID

FUEL

........

_
i
t

(OPTIONAL)

SPARK PLUGS
GAP
2 PLUGS

FUEL SHUT'OFF
SOLENOID

RH)

RELAY

GFC
IGNmON

SWITCH
.

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

ENGINE CONNECTOR
..............
WIRING INSULATED
CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

_=._,._._c
IGNITION SWITCH
(WHITE WIRE)
M FOR ENGINE

CARBURETOR

CUPS
WE.ERE_OVEOPOR
SOLENO'O
___Lo
SERVICING
OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED
TO
PROPERLY
SECURE YOUR
WIRING,

TRACTOR CONNECTOR

,,uRgE
. HO°T,NG
nc,_u_
_1,.._,
_
RED WIRE)

ED W_RE.
_UE WIRE)

OIL SENTRY
REEN WIRE)

BATTERY
CHARGING
(RED WIRE)

)

O_N
_:_,_

OIL SENTRY

_owOwlRE
PKG.)

SWITCHED
RE)o_L_(HT

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.273201

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

ELECTRICAL

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

144927
74760412
7603J
145211
150109
145769
153664
10090400
73350400
166184
4152J
4014J
146686
198824X
157899
73510400
160784
163968
140403
166176
17720408
131563
145673
122822X
110940X
164881
154963
109748X
163996

Battery
Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4
Tray, Battery
Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zioc
Hold down Battery Dash Mount
Nut Push Nylon 1/4"
Switch InterlockPush-In
WesherLock 1/4
NutJam Hex 1/2-20 UNC
Harness Socket Lightw/4152J
Bulb Ught
Battery4 Ga. 22" Red
Battery Red 4 Ga. w/16 Wire
Fuse
Cable, Ground
Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC
Switch, Plunger
Switch, Ign
Key, Ignition
Harness Ign.
ScrewThd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 TY23
Cover Terminal
Solenoid
Ammeter
Meter, Hour
Screw
Switch, PTO
Relay Asrn.
Socket, LightBulb

1
2
8
10
11
12
16
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
28
27
29
30
33
40
41
42
43
45
46
47
50
81
83

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

TRACTOR

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

,_//z_

f¢'

100
68

917.273201

TRACTOR
- - MODEL
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

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

150253
140506
73800700
163976
157882
17720408
145166
161023X558
160568
121794X
17490612
160564X558
19131312
STD523710
STD541437
17490616
145243X558
145244X558
145052
161419

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

161327
161326
142131
19111116
74780512
163982X558
136961
156111
STD533710
136939
136940
154913

Rail, Frame RH VGT
Drawbar, Gt
Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc
Dash
DashAsm.,LowerVGT
Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
Support, Dash 1-Pc. Battery
Hood Asm., Pnt
Lens, Asm Headlight
Cover, Access
Screw, Thdrol 3,/8-16x3/4
Gdlle
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x I
Nut, Crownlock 3/8.16 Unc
Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1 TY-'I-r
Footrest, RH LT/YT/GT 95
Footrest,LH LT/Y'T/GT 95
Saddle, Hydro 1995
BracketSuppoortl-poVGT
Steering
Bracket PivotChassis Lh
Bracket PivotChassis Rh
Bracket, Engine Support
Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16Ga.
Bolt, FinHex 5/16-18x3/4
FenderPnt W/S.W/Cup
Bracket,Axle Front
Bracket, SupportAxle/Engine
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x 1
Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh
Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh
BracketAsm.,SuspChassis Rh

47
50

17490608
152728

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 112
Bracket, Chassis Front

NUMBER

917.273201

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

52
56
58
60
63
68
70
84
86
90

STD541431
154914
137113
17490620
19131614
17490508
137159
142992
74760716
STD551237

91
95
98
99
100
101
102
103
106
120
122
130

156586
105531X
140503
140871
124236X
17490628
STD624003
142273
138776
19131616
!61464
164863

138
139
140
141
142
144
147
148
150

163975X428
161330
163806
163805
161897
161900
162967
164655
161237

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18
Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh
Bracket Asm., Fender
ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Washer13i32xlx14Ga.
Screw, Thd 5/16-18 x 1/2
Guide, Belt MidSpan
Stop, Over Center Mower
Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 Unc x 1
Washer, Lock Extamal Tooth
3/8
Rail, Frame Lh VGT
Push Not, Nylon
BracketSkid Chassis
Rod By Pass
Cap By Pass Rod
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
Retainer,Spring
Lock, By Pass
Bolt 5i16-18Type'l-r
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
Screw HWHD Hi-Lo
#13-16x3/4
Cupholder
BoltShouider5/16-18"l-r
MagnetY'T/GT
StrikerPlate YT/GT
Bracket Dash Rh
Bracket DashLh
Fastner Nut Pal
ExtrusionBumper
Duct Heat Hood

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

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

GROUND DRIVE

105
112
100

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER

917.273201

GROUND DRIVE
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

2
3
5
6
7
9
15
17
20
22
23
28
29
30
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
46
47
48

7070E
7563R
STD541437
STD561210
140507
140080
STB551037
140921
73940800
156103
130564
STD541237
140494
19131616
12000053
124236X
137648
149412
121749X
150035
74321016
5304J
73661000
8883R
145170
138228
72110612

50
51
52
53
54
55
56
58
61
64
65
66
67
68
69
70

131494
STD541437
139123
207J
161590
105706X
140218
74760724
140488
154752
67609
140296
19131312
5142H
123800X
164892X428

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Key 1/4x2.5
Washer, Thrust, Axle
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
Pin, Cotter
Wheel, Hub Assembly
Bolt, Hub
Wahser 13/32x13/16x16Ga.
Spdng
Nut Hex Jam Toploek 1/2-20
Arm Asm Shift
Knob
Nut
Brake, Rod
Washer 13/32x 1 x 16Ga.
Ring E
Cap, Plunger
Rod, ParkingBrake
Spdng, Drive GrOund
Washer 25,/32x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Nyliner
Screw, Fin. #10-24 x I
Actuator,InterlockSwitch
Top Lock #10-24
Cover, Pedal
Retainer, Spdng
Clutch Rod
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x 1-1/2
Gr. 5
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Pulley,Idler, Grooved
Washer, Hardened
Clutch, Arm Assembly
Bearing, Idler
V-Belt
Bolt FinHex7/16-14x 1-1/2
Pulley, Transaxle
Shaft, Clutdn/Bmke Pedal
Bolt, Shou_ler
Washer, Hardened
Washer, Fiat
Pin, Roll
Washer
Console Shift Auto

PART
NO.

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

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

109
111
112
113
115
116
117
--

140929
156240
156104
73220700
123405X
73900500
73900600
163198

DESCRIPTION
Plate Console Shift
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18
Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr5
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 Thdml 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bracket Mount Torrque/Fan
Strap Torque Mid
Spacer
Screw #10-24 x I-1/4
Fan 7" Hydro
Adapter Fan
Pulley Idler
Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 Uric
Keeper Belt
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 2-3/4
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1.25
Link ShiftAsm
Fastener Christmas Tree
Washer Nickel Plated
BracketShift
Scraw Thdml 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Washer Compression
Washer Bellville
Bracket Idler
ScrewTap 1/4-20 x 1/2
O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 70110
Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT
Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear
70109
Spdng Return Brake
Spacer Shift Lever VGTH
Washer Nylon High Temp
Nut-HexASF 7116-14 UNC
Keeper Belt T/A Gnd Dr
Nut LockHex Flange 5/16-19
Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16
Transaxle (See Breakdown)
Hydro Gear 222-3010L

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

STEERING ASSEMBLY

34
32

42
19
27

/"
/
/

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

STEERING ASSEMBLY
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
44
45

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

159944X428
137094
6&55M
161849
161848
6266H
121748X
12000029
121232X
74781044
136518
73901000
121749X
STD551137
STD541537
145103
137347
137155
156011
163887
159945
155105
152927
STD523710
159946X428
3366R
17490612
104239X
12000034
138136
19111610
STD551131
STD523107
138059
137156
73360600
109850X
73700600
109851X
155246
17490508
160135
19132411

Wheel, Steering
Axle Asm., Front
Fitting,Grease
Spindle Asm, LH
Spindle Asm., RH
Bearing, Race Thrust Harden
Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x 16 Ga.
Ring, Klip #T5304-75
Cap, Spindle
Bolt, FmHex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4
Spacer Baaring Axle Front
Nut, Lock Range 5/8-11 Unc
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy H]cl Spr 3/8
Nut, Lock Canter 3/8-24 UNF
Shaft Asm., Steedng
Rod Asm., 33eBall J Ball Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40)
Draglink,Ball Joint Solid Vgt
SupportAsm., Steering Vgt
Boot, Steedng
Adapter, Wheel Steering
Bashing, Strg. BIk
Screw
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/6`16 x I Gr. 5
Cap, Wheel Steering
Baaring, Col. Strg.
Screw, Thrdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4
Beadng, Range
Ring, Klip Tmarc #5304-75
Bushing,Nyliner Snap
Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16
Bait, He)( Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4
Gear, Sector Steering
Re Rod
Jam Nut RH Thread
JointAsm. Ball RH Thread
Jam Nut LH Thread
JointAsm. Ball LH Thread
Bracket Switch InterlockVGT 97
Screw Thdml 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
Extension,Steering
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga.

. NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. ir_ches
1 inch- 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

ENGINE

_....._69

Q
2

21 __

20
64

17 47-..._

I SPARK

ARRESTER

KIT I

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

ENGINE
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1 .......
2 161063
5 13200300
7 151396
8 121361X
9
150828
10
105432X
11 140923
12
143996
15
151346
16
109227X
17 106082X
18 161493
19 13290300
20
164067
21
164863
22
164415
24 STD551237
25 73920600
26 3645J
27
139277
28
7834R
29
132920
33
STD551437
35
10010500
37
123487X
38
74780624
39
17490636
40
17490664
41
126197X
42
10040700
43
150280
45
128861
47
142040
48
19132007
51
161231
54
19131414
55
13280336
64
17490612
65
19131614
69
24-O41-02
74
162295
78
164323
80
M73030800

DESCRIPTION
Engine (See Breakdown) KohlerCV23S-75518
Muffler
Elbow STD 90 Degree 3_ - 18 NPT
MufflerAsm Guard
Pulley V-Idler
Belt Engine Keeper Asm VGT 96
Bushing
Clutch Electric
Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch
Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96
Pad Spacer
Pad Spacer
Cap Fuel 5-1/2" Vented Coy.
Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)
ControlThrottle
Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4
ControlChoke
Leakwasher Ext Tooth3/8
Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF
Bushing
Stem Tank Fuel
Fuel Line
SparkArraster Kit
Nut Lock Hex w/ins, 3/8 - 16
Washer Split
Clamp Hose
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/2
Screw'lT 3i8-16x2-1/4Unc
Screwl-I" 3/8-16x4
Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X .250
WasherLock 7/16
BoltHex 7/16 - 20 X 4- 1/4 Ga 5
Nut Flange 1/4-20
Spacer Engine
Washer 13/32x1-1/4x7Ga.
ManifoldVGT
Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Nipple Pipe 4-1/2
ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4TY-TT
Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Ga.
Gasket KohiorCV18-CV26
ElbowStreet Brass
MufflerSide VGT
Nut Flange M8-1.25

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

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
12
13

_16

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

140124
140551
140675
127018X
145006
STD541437
124181X
150176
155925
121246X
121248X

Seat
Bracket, Pivot Seat
Strap, Fender
Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62
Clip, Pushln, Hinged
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Spdng, Seat Cprsn
Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 w/Sems
Pan, Seat
Bracket, MountingSwitch
Bushing,Snap

KEY
NO.
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
NOTE:

PART
NO.
72050412
121249X
123740X
123976X
19171912

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2
Spacer, Split
Spring,Cprsn
Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5
Washer 17/32x 1-3/16x 12
Ga.
166369
Knob, Seat
124238X
Cap, SpringSeat
153236
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18
STD541431
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc
!
Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201

DECALS
18

6 3

10
19

17
11

12
23
2
15

KEY
NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

164096
164759
163916
163917
140837
133644
164884
166887
142342
15643g
4900J
146790
163267

Decal, Dash Stlth
Decal, Engine
Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH
Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH
Decal, Brake Parldng Saddle
Deca_,Maintenance
Decal, Blower Hsng
Decal, Deck EZ3
Decal, ControlMovement
Decal, Fender, Danger
Decal, Clutch/BraKe
Decal, V-BeN Drive Schematic
Decal, Dash

WHEELS

4
7

DESCRIPTION

14
15
16
17
1B
19
23
24
-.

160397
167186
163204
149516
164065
138047
106202X
163230
138311

-.--

157199
169143
169144

Decal, V-Belt SchemalJc
Decal, Rplc
Decal, Fender
Decal, Btn/Dngr/Psn Eng.
Decal, Insert Strg
Decal, Bettety
Reflector, Taillight
Decal, Fender Sd. Wht Auto
Decal, Handle LFT Hieght Adj.
(Lift Handle)
Pad Footrest
Manual, Owner's (Eng)
Manual, Owner*s(Span)

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

& TIRES

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

59192
65139
148736X427
8134H
148741
278H
9040H

8
9
10
11
12

104757X
151607
7154J
148738X427
6856M
144334

Cap, Valve, Toe
Stem, Valve
Rim Assembly,Front
Tube, Front(Service Item Only)
Tire, Fm_
Fitting,Grease
Beating, Flange (Front Wheel
Orgy)
Hub Cap, Axle
Tire Rear
Tube, Rear (Sewice Item Only)
RimAssembly, Rear
Fitt_, Grease
Sealant, Mrs (10 oz. Tube)

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

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

LIFT ASSEMBLY

34
7
9
10

1
\

I
I

22
12

19 18

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

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

PART
NO.
121006X
159187
159189
12000022
19292016
74780624
125631X
122365X
122364X
2876H
146704
163552
139868
140302
STD541437
674A247
STD541237
143363
STD551037
5328J
STD523710
127218
STD624008
73350800
130171
73800800
150233
110807X
19131016
137150
76020308
137167
138057
155097
123935X
17490512
73540600
19112410
123934X
145212
110452X

DESCRIPTION
Rod Asm., Lever
ShaftAsm., UftVgt
LeverAsm.,Lift Rh
E-Ring Truarc #513387
Washer 29/32x1-1/4x16Ga.
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Grip, Handle Fluted
Button,Plunger
Plunger, Button
Spring 2-1/8"
LinkLift
Retainer, Spdng
Arm, SuspensionVgt
Beadng
Nut, Crowrdock 3/8.16Unc
SpringAsm., Assist Lift
Nut, HexJam 3/8-16 Uric
Bracket, SpdngAssist
Washer 13/32x13/16x16Ga.
Bolt,Adjust SpringAssist
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8.16 x 1
Link,Front
Retainer,Spdng
Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
Trunnion
Nut, Lock W/V_/sh 1/2-13 Unc
Trunnion,Infln Height
Nut, Special
Washer 13/32xS/Sx16Ga.
Spdng, Compression Inl Hgt
Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2
Rod, Adj Lift
Knob, lnf 3/8-16Unc
Pointer, Height Indicator
Plug, Hole
Screw Hex Wsh 5/16-18 x 3/4
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24
Washer 11F32x1-1/2x10Ga.
Scale, IndicatorHeight
Nut Hex Flange Lock
Nut Push Phos & Oil

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

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

MOWER DECK

46
4g

\
46

116

TRACTOR
MOWER

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

DECK

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
3
5
6

164811
138457
4939M
130832

85O857

STD551137

Deck Weldment Mower 46
BracketAsm. Sway Bar
Retainer Spring
Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway
Bar)
Ball Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4
Gr. 8
Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated
3/8
Washer, Hard Blade, Mower
Vented
Blade, 46"
Beadng, Ball, Mandrel #6204
Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing
(includes Key No. 12)
Housing,Mandrel
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper, Mower Round
Bait, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Boil Hex Head, Shoulder
5/16-18
Baffle, Vodex Mower 46"
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC
Stltfiner,Bracket
Bracket, Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion,Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield, DeflectorMower
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Rod, Hinge
Screw,Thdroll Washer Head
Washer, Spacer Mower
Vented
Pulley,Mandrel
Hut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16
Anchor,Spring Deck 46"
Screw. Thdrolt 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
Tytt
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16
Ga.
Pulley,Idler, Flat
Keeper,Belt, Idler
Pulley,Idler, Driven

140296

11
12
13

163819
129895
137553

14
15
16
18
19

137152
110485X
140329
72140505
132827

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

145055
73680500
134753
131267
105304X
149287
110452X
157788
19111016
131491
157722
129963

32
33
34
35

153531
137266
144945
17490628

19131316

37
38
39

131494
156086
144917

KEY

PART

NO.

137273

17490620

42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50

122952X
144949
133943
145059
137729
144959
148763
73680600
72110612

51
52
56

153390
156493
155986X505

57
72
101
102

156941
19131616
145579
71161010

103
104
105
106
116
117
118
119
126
127

10071000
19061216
160793
2029J
137644
133957
73930600
19121414
144948
146763

166211

143651

DESCRIPTION
Spring, Secondary 44/45/50
Vent
Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Tytt
Spacer, Retainer
Ann, Idler Secondary
Washer, Hardened
Cover, Mandrel Dock
Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8
V-BelL Mower, SecoP.dary
V-Belt, Mower, Primary
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Bolt,Carriage 3/6-16 x 1-1/2
Gr. 5
Washer, Felt
Pulley Idler 46 Pri Drive 97
Bar. PnL AdjustingWheel
Guage
Pin Head Rivet
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.
Cover Mulcher
ScrewTruss Hd Phil
10-24 x 5/8
Washer Lock#10
Washer # 10
LatchAsm
Nut Weld
Bolt, Shoulder
Gauge Wheel, Wide
Nut, Centeriock 3/8-16 UNC
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Arm, Idler, Primary Deck 46"
Pulley,Idler, V-Groove Dim.
4.25
Deck Complete (Std. DeckOrder separately mulcher
plate and gauge wheel componsnts Key Nos. 101-106
and 116-'118)
Mandrel_sm. Service
(Includes Key Nos. 6-10, 1215, 31 and 33)

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER

917.273201

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L

(2)

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201
HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER222-3010L
KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

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

164591
164592
153765
142876
142877
142878
142879
142929
142880
142882
142883
142884
142885
142886
142887
142888
142889
142890
142891
142892
153766
142894
150818

65
67
68
69
70
71

142897
142898
142899
142900
142901
142902

Assembly, Housing,LH
Assembly, Housing,RH
Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25
BrakeShaftAssembly
Axle MountingHorn Assembly
Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x .08
Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09
Brake Yoke Assembly
BrakeArm
Puck Plate
Brake Puck
Washer 7/80.D. x 7/16 x .06o0
Nut, Castle 5/16-24
Cotter PEn
Brake ActuatingPin
Hi Pro Key
Spacer
Brake Disc
BOR 1/4-20x 1-1/2
Bolt 1/4-20 x I
DifferentialAssembly
Dowel Pin
Reduction Gear,
14 Teeth to 38 Teeth
FinaEDdve PinionAssembly
Jack.shaft
O-Ring
Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32
Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x3.5

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

72
73
74
76
77
78
79
81
82
89
91
95
g6
103
104
106
108
109
110
111
112

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

113
117
123
124
129

150821
150822
150824
150825
153771

Locknut,Hex 5/16-18
Bolt,Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2
Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1
Shoulder Bolt
Freewheel ActuatingArm
Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25
Grease (10 oz. Tube)
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4
Bolt 5/16-18 x 4-1/2
Filter, SpinOn
Pomp, BDU-10L-122
Plug, StraightThread
60" 7/18 SAE x 5/16 Fiffing
Washer
Vent Cap Assembly
FittingO-Ring Assembly
ControlArm
Set Screw
Filter Head
Hose 1/2"
Fiffing, 1/2` Beaded 90" 7/8
SAE
F_ng, 1/2" Beaded 60" 9/16
F_ng, 1/2" Beaded 90" 9/16
O Ring
PinchClamp
Spring,Long

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER
TRANSAXLE

917.273201

- PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

_47

TRACTOR
TRANSAXLE

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

- PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122
KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
12
13
14
15
17
19
21
22
23
25
32
37
38
42
43
44
47
53
60
62
63
64
67
--

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

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

Shaft, Pump
Ring, Retaining
Beadng, Ball
Spacer
Seal, Lip
Fling,Retaining
Bearing, Cradle
Seal, Lip
Arm,Trunnion
Guide, Slot
Housing Kit, Transmission
Beadng, Thrust, Bell
Center Sec_on Kit
Seal, Lip
Shaft, Motor
Washer, BlockTtvust
Swashplata, Variable
Biock Assembly
Pin, Stainless,Headless
Gasket, Center Section
Check Valve Kit
Check Valve Kit
Charge Relief Kit
Screw, Socket Head, Cap
BypassValve Kit
BlockSpring
O-Ring
Charge Pump Kit
GerotorAssembly
Screw, Socket Head, Cap
PumpAssembly, Complete

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273201

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518

CYUNDER

HEAD VALVE

& BREATHER

O--TJ

,T-J
I

242322

ts-%.
14..-8
/8

_'_t0

0-'

_rp_'

,-0

,0
15..,

0--|

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL

;NITION

I ELECTRICAL

NUMBER

917.273201

NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518

BLOWER

HOUSING

AND BAFFLES

AIR INTAKE

$
3
8
14

\
11
15
13

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL

ITARTING

SYSTEM

NUMBER

917.273201

NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518

ENGINE

CONTROLS

J
5

I
4/

1/4_

_/7

16....

@_-8

l
9--

OIL PAN LUBRICATIONJ

g/1

Om2

/12
• 13

,*Y

TRACTOR

-- MODEL

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL

CRANKSHAFT I

NUMBER

917.273201

NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518

EXHAUST

--1

FUEL SYSTEM

/
1

i' .r

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201
KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV22S,TYPE NUMBER75518
HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

24-033-03-S

2.
3.
4.

24041-23-S
24-096-59-S
M-645020-S

5.
6.
7.

X-75-23-S
25-351-01-S
24-755-66-S

8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.

24-411-05-S
24-041-40-S
24-318-12-S
25-186-01-S
24-599-01-S
M-640034-S

DESCRIPTION

1.
2.

Kit, breather cover wlgasket
(Includes 2,3)
Gasket, breather
Cover, breather
Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x20
Plug, allen nd. 1/8"
Lifter,valve (4)
Kit, valve train(Includes
8,11,12)
Rod, push (4)
Gasket, cylinderhead (2)
Head assembly, #2 cylinder
Arm, rocker(4)
Pivot, rockerarm (4)
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x34

14.

24-086-44-S

15.

24-755-74-S

16.
17,
18.
19.

21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.

24-153-16-S
24-086-32-S
24-445-01-S
24-016-O1-S
24-016-02-S
24-017-01-S
24-017-02-S
24-032-05-S
235011-S
24-089-02-S
12-173-01-S
12-755-03-S
24-318-11-S
24-755-76-S

28,
29.

25-313-02-S
24-755-57-S

30.

M-545016-S

Kit, valve cover - plain
(Includes 16,17)
O-Ring
Screw, shoulder(4)
Strap, lifting
Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2)
Valve, exhaust (25) (2)
Valve, intake (Std.) (2)
Valve, intake (.25) (2)
Seal, valve stem (2)
Retainer,spring(4)
Spdng, valve (4)
Cap, valve spring(4)
Kit, retainer (4)
Head assembly,#1 cylinder
Kit, valve cover - breather
(Inci,16,17,28)
Grommet, rubber
Kit, breather separator
(includes 28,3033)
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16

31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
37.

24-445-02-S
24-126-44-S
24-112-12-S
24-294-06-S
24-326-13-S
24-326-14-S
X-426-9-S

Strap, breather
Bracket,breather separator
Spacer
Fitting
Hose, breather
Hose, breather
Clamp, hose (2)

10,
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.

24-018-04-S
24-402-05-S
12-153-01-S
24-126-19-S
12-123-04-S
M-545016-S
12-153-02-S
24-038-04-S

23.
24,
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.

24-755-46-S
12-153-03-S
12-380-04-S
M-631005-S
12-032-o1-S
X-25-102-S
24-144-01-S

8.
9.

(4)
Screw, hax. flange M10x1.5x90

(8)

20.

DESCRIPTION

Seal, oil front
Crankcase
(USE: Miniblock)
24.294-13-S
Fitting
12-380-17-S
Pin, dowel locating (6)
24-067-13-S
Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)
24-067-14-S
Connecting Rod (.25) (2)
24-874-09-S
Pistonw/Ring Set (Std.) (2)
(Includes 7,8)
24-874-10-S
Pistonw/Ring Set (.25) (2)
24-874-11-S
Pistonw/Ring Set (.50) (2)
24-874-15-S
Kit, pistonw/ring set (.08)
24-108-08-S
Ring Set (Std.) (2)
24-108-09-S
Ring Set (.25) (2)
24-108-10-S
Ring Set (.50) (2)
24-018-O1-S
Retainer,pistonpin (4)
12-422-09-S
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-13-S
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-07-S
Shim, camshaft (A.R,)
12-422-08-S
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-10-S
Shim, camshaft
12-422-11-S
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-12-S
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
24-010-06-S
Camshaft(Includes 11,12)
24.O89-35-S
Spdng, ACR (Heavy)
24-089-34-S
Spring,ACR (Light)
52-139-O9-S
Plug, cup
M-O545010-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.SxlO

3.
4.
5.

(4)

PART
NO.
24-O32-01-S

(2)

Retainer,reed (2)
Reed, breather (2)
O-Ring, lower oilfill tube
Bracket, oilfilltube
Tube, oil fill
Screw, heY..flange MSxO.8xl6
O-Ring, upperoil filltube
Dipstickassembly (includes
23,24)
Kit, oil fillcap (Includes 24)
O-Ring, dips_k
Pin, hitch
Washer, plain 6 mm
Seal, governorcrossshaft
Washer, plain 1/4"
Shaft, governorcross

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

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518

IGNmON/CHARGING
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

54-755o15-S

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

M.403025-S
X-25-92-S
24-112-04-S
25-086-47-S
24-157-03-S
12-086-14-S
12.468-O3-S
X-42-15-S
24-025-11-S
25-403-03-S
X-25-92-S
24-086-18-S
236602-S
54-755-09-S

16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.

12-132-06-S
M-548025-S
48-154-O2-S
X-25-63-S
24-584-01-S
M-545020-S

24.

2-351-73-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED
24-126-71-S
X-22-11-S
24-176-12-S

25-518-28-S
24-113-18-S
12-454-01-S
X-468-1 -S

PART
NO.

24-027-20-S

2.
3.

24-100-01-S
24-100-02-S

4.
5.

25-139-16-S
M-567020-S

Plug, button9/16"
Screw, hex. flange M5x0,8x20

M-0545016-S

7,
8.

M-0551016-S
M-0645016-S

Scmw, hex.flangeM5x0.8x16
Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x16

9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

24-146-16-S
24-146-20-S
24-063-20-S
24-063-14-S
24-063-30-S
24-063-23-S
M-545010-S

Plate, backing- # 2 side
Plate, backing - # 1 side
Baffle,cylinderbarrel-# 2 side
Baffle,valley- #2 side
BaBe, cylinderbarrel-# 1 side
Baffle, valley - #1 side
Screw, hex.tlangaMSx0.8xl0

(4)
DESCRIPTION
Kit, grass screen
(Includes 2-4,aud 24 113 18)
Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 (4)
Washer, plain 5/16" (4)
Spacer, grass screen (4)
Bolt,shoulder (4)
Fan
Screw, hox. flange M10x1.5x46
Washer, plain 3/8".
Key
Flywheel
Rectifier-regulator
Washer, plain 3/16" (2)
Screw, phillipshd. 11-16x7/8 (2
Connector (3 contact)
Kit, 15 amp stator
(IncludeS24 126 71)
Spark Plug (2)
Screw, hex. cap MSx0.8x25 (2)
Clip,cable
Washer, plain 1/4"
Module, ignition(2)
Screw, hex flange
M5xO.8x20 (4)
Clip,cable

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sx16

(3)
(6)

(2)
NOT ILLUSTRATED
24-096-66-S
24-086-06-S

Cover, control
Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/4" (2

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1.
2.

24-164-06-S
M-651055-S

Manifold, intake
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x55

3.
4.
5.
6,
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.

24-041-01-S
24-041-14-S
24-094-18-S
24-041-13-S
24-109-09-S
24-083-05-S
24-O83-03-S
230046-S
24-096-01-S
12-100-01-S
24-096-65-S
54-755-01-S

15.
16.

25-341-03-S
24.153-15-S

Gasket, intake manifold(2)
Gasket, air cleaner base
Base, air cleaner
Gasket, fuel spitbackcup
Cup, fuel spitback
Precleaner, element
Element, air cleaner
Seal, breather
Cover, inner air cleaner
Wk_j Nut
Cover, air cleaner
Kit, knob with seal
(Inciodes 15 & 16)
Knob, cover
O-Ring

(4)

Bracket, statorwire
Washer, lock 1/4"
Harness, wiring
Lead, black (recL-reg. 4" - 18
gauge
insulated gdp barrel eyelets)
Decal, grass screen
"Re,wire
"Re,cable (3)

BLOWER ROUSING & BAFFLES
KEY
NO.

917.273201

DESCRIPTION

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S.
thcbea 1 inch =25.4 mm

Housing,blower
(Includes2-4)
(Incl.M-0545010 & 24 063 36)
Nut, plastic(3)
Nut, plastic(2)

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273201
KOHLER

ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

CV22S,

STARTING SYSTEM
KEY
NO.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

22.
23.
24.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

M-0839070-S
24-096-05-S
M-0839080-S
12-468-01-S
25-096-05-S
12-221-01-S
12-227-13-S
12-211-01-S
12-755-54-S
12-227-06-S
12-170-05-S

Screw, hex. flange MBx1.25x70
Cover, pinion
Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x80
Washer, plain 11/32"(3)
Starter, (Includes 6-11)
Kit, brush
Cap
Bolt,thru (2)
Kit, drive
Cap, drive end
Armature

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

M-642026-S
24-090-14-S
M-641060-S
24-089-01-S
25-158-06-S
24-079-04-S
25-158-11-S
M-547050-S
24-089-03-S
24-126-56-S
M-645016-S

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25
Lever, govemor
Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0
Spring,linkage
Bushing,linkage retaining
Linkage, throttle
Bushing, throttlelinkage
Nut, he:(. lock M5xO.8
Spring,choke mtum
Bracket,control
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16

12.
13.

12-237-O1-S
24-O86-43-S

Clamp, cable (2)
Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x16

14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.

24-090-07-S
24-468-01-S
24-08g-15-S
M-446030-S
24-090-13-S
M-545020-S
24-089-38-S
24-090-05-S

Lever, thorttleactuator
Washer, plain 5;5 mm (3)
Spring, governor
Nut, hex M4xO.7
Lever,throttlecontrol
Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8x20
Spring,throttle limiter
Lever,choke

41-466-03-S
M-403025-S
24-079-05-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED
M-545016-S

75518

Washer, spring1/4"
Screw, hex. cap M4xO.7x25
Linkage, choke

Screw, hex. llange M5X0.8X16
(Goes into 24-126-56 as a
positivethrottle stop)

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

M-645026-S

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25

2.
3.

M-631006-S
24-199-07-S

4.
5.
6.
7.

24-393-06-S
24-123-05-S
24-162-26-S
24-043-12-S

8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.

12-380-01-S
52-448-02-S
12-144-O2-S
24-153-06-S
X-75-32-S
24-136-01-S
52-050-02-S
52-032-06-S
24-086-17-S
24-086-16-S

Washer, plain 6 mm (2)
Pan, oil assembly
(Includes 1,2,&4-10)
Oil pump assembly (Includes 5)
Tube, oil pickup
Screen, oil
Kit, govemorgearw/pin
(Includes 8)
Pin, governor regulating
Tab, locking
Shaft,govemor gear
O-Ring
Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"
Nipple, oil filter
Filter,oil
Seal, oil (PTO end)
Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45
Screw, hsx. flange M8x1.25x45

(2)

ENGINE CONTROLS
KEY
NO.

TYPE NUMBER

(4)

(9)
18. X-75-10-S
Plug, sq. hd. solid3/8" N.P.T.F.
NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S.
inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

(2)

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL

NUMBER

NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 75518
FUEL SYSTEM

CRANKSHAFT
KEY
NO.
I.
2.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

24-014.72-S
52-139-09-S

Crankshaft (includes 2)
Plug, cup

KEY
NO.

EXHAUST
KEY
NO.
1.
2.
----

917.273201

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

24-041-02-S
25-072-04-S
24522 16
24 78205-S
24 75503-S

Gasket, exhaust (2)
Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4)
Short Block
Miniblock
Gasket Set

PART
NO.

24-853-25-S

2.
3.

24.041-15-S

5°

6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.

M-0629095-S
M-0641060-S
47-154-01-S
24-353-03-S
X-426-9-S
24.086-12-S
24-393-04-S
24.100-01-S
25-353-03-S
24-050-02-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED
24.757-18-S
24-757-19-S
24-757-20-S
24-757-22-S

DESCRIPTION
Kit, carburetor w/gaskets
(Includes 2-4)
Gasket, carburetor
Carburetorassembly (For informationonly not
available separately)
(Includes 24-757-18,
24-053-25 24-757-19, 24-75720, 24-757-22)
Stud, M6xt.0x95 (2)
Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)
Clip, cable
Line, fuel 10-,5/8"(2)
Clamp, hose (6)
Screw, he:<.cap. M6x1.7x18 (2)
Pump, fuel - pulse
Nut, plastic(2)
Line, fuel 13-1/2"
Filter,fuel

Kit, overhaul w/gaskets
Kit, choke repairw/gaskets
Kit, gasket
Kit, solenoid replacement
w/gaskets

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

SUGGESTED

GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

O_
.,,j

I
Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ]
greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.

For in-home major brand repair service:
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HO M EsM(1-800-469-4663)
Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n
1-800-676-5811

a domicilio

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call
Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces
1-800-665-4455
For the repair or replacement parts you need:
Call 6 am-11pm CST, 7 days _ week

PartsDirect
1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio
1-800-659-7084
For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center
in your area:
Call 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-488-1222
For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance
Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:
Call 9 am-5 pro, Monday - Saturday
1-800-827-6655

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