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Owner's Manual

CRAFTSMAN+

24.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.273223

• 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 and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179

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

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

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

Assembly .............................................. 7

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your

C'raftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

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

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

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

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

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

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

To locate the nearest sears service center or to schedule in-home warranty service,

simply contact sears at 1-800-4-my-home

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

may vary from state to state.

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

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

picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are amajor factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you

cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT"

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

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

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do 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.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

"and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to 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.

° 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.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing

them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•.Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if

children enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obsta-

cles.

•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.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEAWARE!flYOUR

_FETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on aslope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

_YwOur tractor.

ARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

OILTYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

3.5 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 10W30

(ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OILCAPAClTY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/O FILTER: 4.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RCl 2YC

GROUND FORWARD: 5.8

SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS @ 3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of aCraftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible depend-

ability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to

service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Sears Repair Agreement is available

on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

* Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

AWARNING" 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 opera-

tor.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

Steering Sleeve

Extension

Steering Wheel

Seat

Steering Wheel Insert

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Washer

17/32 x1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob

____, Mower

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

(4) Brackets Gauge Wheels (4) Adjusting Bar

_ _ _(12) Cr°wnl°ckNuts(_

5/16-18

(12) Carriage Bolts

5/16-18 x 5/8 (4) Wheels

(4) Locknut 3/8-16 _(_

_ _ 4) Washers

3/_ x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

(4) Shoulder Bolt

(4) Clevis Pin_

(4) Reta.iner.S, prings I O

taouDle ioop_

Video Cassette

F-3

Keys

€(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

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 all 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

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton.

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

AI-FACH STEERING WHEEL

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

•Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

•"Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

•Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

_--_ Wheel Insert

---- Hex Bolt

_,-----Lock Washer

_teerlng _ • .

^- • Large Flat

Wheel__ wasner

_/Steedng Wheel

•_/_ Adapter

Steering

Sleeve _-..._::::=:--Tabs

Extension

Steedng Shaft

Steering

Sleeve

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

•Lift hood to raised position.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in

Maintenance section of this manual

for charging instructions).

'"_'_ """ Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

•Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

•Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmis-

sion (See TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor is

clear of other people and objects.

•Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

•Place freewheel control in =transmis-

sion engaged" position.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

•Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

•Release parking brake.

•Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

•Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

•Turn ignition key to =OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS AND

BRACKETS TO MOWER DECK

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.

•Attach front gauge wheel brackets

marked front left (FL), front right (FR)

to mower deck using (3) carriage bolts

and (3) Iocknuts. For ease of installa-

tion do not tighten Iocknuts until all

carriage bolts have been installed.

•Attach rear gauge wheel brackets

marked rear left (R L), rear right (RR)

to mower deck using (3) carriage bolts

and (3) Iocknuts. For ease of installa-

tion do not tighten Iocknuts until all

carriage bolts have been installed.

•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.

•Adjust gauge wheels to highest

position for ease of mower deck

assembly.

•Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the operation

section of this manual.

Spdng Nut

Adjusting

Bar

Shoulder \

GauB°ltge_

3/8

Bolts

Center Locknut

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE

BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake,

•Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

•Slide mower under tractor with

discharge guard to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

•Install one front link in top hole of the

L.H. front mower bracket and L.H, front

suspension bracket. Retain with two

single loop retainer springs as shown.

•Install second front link in R.H, front

suspension bracket only and retain

with single loop retainer spring as

•shown.

•Slide right side of mower back and

Chassis

Bracket

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

(Inward pointing

deck pins:

Suspension

Arms

install link in top hole of R.H. front

mower bracket. Retain with single

loop retainer spring as shown.

Turn height adjustment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

Place the suspension arms on inward

pointing deck pins. It necessary, rock

and raise front of mower to align deck

pins with the holes in suspension

arms. Retain with double loop retainer

springs with loops down as shown.

Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

Turn height adjustment knob clock-

wise to remove slack from mower

suspension.

Raise deck to highest position.

Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation

section of this manual.

Front

Suspension

Front Mower

Bracket

Front Link

Gauge Wheel

Single Loop

Retainer Springs

Loop

Retainer Spring Discharge

Bar

Idler Pulley

Down

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion, mower drive, and

mower blade drive belts in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See 'q-O ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND

SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

1/'Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for

best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

•/Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/" Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,I 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 transmis-

sion before operating your tractor for

the first time. Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions

(See "TO START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual).

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

Leam and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

___) ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Ignition

Ammeter Hourmeter Switch

Throttle Control

Clutch/Brake

Attachment

Clutch

Switch

Lever

Plunger

'Attachment

Lift Lever

Choke Control

Brake Lever

Height

Adjustment Motion Control

Knob Lever

Approx.

Speed:

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.

HOURMETER- Indicates hours of

operation.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck

or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to

release attachment lift lever when

changing its position.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks

clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages

transmission for pushing or slowly

towing the tractor with the engine off.

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

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.

Depressclutch/brake pedal into full

iBRAKE position and hold.

Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release pres-

sure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal

should remain in "BRAKE" position.

Make sure parking brake will hold

tractor secure.

Push-In to Attachment Clutch

Choke "Disengage" Switch Pull Out to

Control, _,_" "Engage"

Brake _J /)!_I_)_5_/ ....... "....,_.</.

Pedal /_ j Mouon t_omrol

_ever_

__t _Engaged" Position

/_'_Knob \_---

Clutch/BrakePedal "Disengaged" Position

"Ddve"Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground ddve, 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 de-

pressed.

ENGINE -

•-Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to

idle before stopping may cause engine

to "backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition

switch in any position other than "OFF"

will cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

_lopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THRO'n'LE CONTROL

Always operate engine at ful! throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging

and mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

•To engage choke control, pull knob

out. Slowly push knob in to disen-

gage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/

brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CU'I-FING

HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by

turning the height adjustment knob in

desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise ((_) to raise

cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (1_)to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

measured from the ground to the blade

tip with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being

mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

• 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.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

of the cutting unit.

Retainer

Spring

levis

-- Pin

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt by

the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment

clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

• Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen-

gage attachment clutch control.

,A CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Attachernnt Lift

Switch Pull Out to Lever High

"Engage" Position

,Low

":' Position

_to

"Disengage"

Deflector

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

• ILCAUTION; 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.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move motion control lever to slowest

setting.

IMPORTRANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is de-"

pressed.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motin control lever to

slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by

placing freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position. Free wheel control is

located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest

position with attachment lift control.

• Remove retainer spring from free-

wheel control rod.

•Push control rod in to disengage

transmission and reinsert retainer

spring into control rod hole now on

back side of the bracket.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more

than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope,

cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

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. "13rescan lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

•Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap

onto the tube. Remove and read oil

level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

*Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do

not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

ness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use

fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to

help insure good cold weather starting.

A, WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions

for additional information. Never use

engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage may

occur.

_eCAUTION •Fill to bottom of gas tank

rneck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel

from the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

•Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to fast position

•Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes and try again. If

engine still does not start, pull the

choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

•When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for afew seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

below)

• When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for afew seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up

as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level

ground.

•Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during

the engine warm up period.

•The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up

and may require the choke control be

pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32

F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need

to be adjusted for best engine perfor-

mance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURE-

TOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

_.,CAUTION: Never engage or disen-

gage freewheel lever wli=le the engine is

running.

To ensure proper operation and perfor-

mance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure

will remove any trapped air inside the

transmission which may have developed

during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstalla-

tion before operating the tractor.

• Place tractor safely on level surface

with engine off and parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling

position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

•Move motion control lever to full

forward position and hold for five (5)

seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds.

Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will

be no movement of drive wheels. The air

is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

•Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position. Shut- off engine and set

parking brake.

•Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in driving position

"(See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

•Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

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

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/

brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever

forward, after the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet, slowly

move motion control lever to reverse

position. After the tractor moves

approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N)

position. Repeat this procedure with

the motion control lever three (3)

times.

•Your tractor is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried

clippings. Make first cut relatively

high; the second to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give

the mower cutting performance as well

as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

¢ "-

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE IERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operati_'_ _

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

TInterlock Systems t_

RCheck for Loose Fasteners _ _7 If

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _4

TLubdcation Chart V'

0 Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling I_

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension _s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level _li_

Oil I 1_1.2._ V'

Change Engine

E CleanAirFilter _;

NClean Air Screen

GInspect Muffler/Spark Arrester tl_

NO Oil Filter (if 1_1,2

Replace equipped) v'.

E Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug I_ V'

v',Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter t=##

I- Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambienl temperatures. 5 - If e_luipped with adjustable system.

2 - Service more often when operet_ng in dirty or duSty conditions¸ 6 - Not tequireq if equipped with rnaintenance*ftee battery

3*If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours, 7 - Tighten front axle piVOtholt to 35 ft,-Ibs, maximum,

4 ° Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil, Do not overfightan.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain tractor as

instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual

should be checked at least once each

season.

•Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and

help your engine run better and last

longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

•Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_ Tie Rod Ball Joints

Spindle

Zer_

(_Front Wheel

Bearing =_

Zerk

_Steering-1 |

Sector )

Gear

Teeth _

_r--- _)FrolP indle

Zerk

t Wheel

Bearing ZeN

J "I, _ @Engine

_ I I ----,

\ '-::" j

(_Spray ;iliconeLubriant(Move Boots to

Lubricate

(_General Purpose Grease

(_Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot

points which have special nylon bearings.

Viscous lubricantswill attract dust and dirt

that will shortenthe lifeof the self-lubricating

bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,

use only a dry,powdered graphitetype

19 lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or

insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in

the disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

•Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer securing blade.

•Install new or resharpened blade with

•trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem-

bly, center hole in blade must align with

star on mandrel assembly.

•Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat

treated. Mandrel Assembly

Trailing Blade Center

Hole

Flat

Lock Washer

_----Hex Bolt (Grade)

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing 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 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 on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain

in a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" B_d e

Center Hole

BA'rrERY

Your tractor has a battery charging

system which is sufficient for normal use.

However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend

its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or

covers. Adding or checking level of

electrolyte is not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

•Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

•Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high

pressure water or steam to clean

transaxle.

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan

blades are intact and clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass

clippings and other materials. To

prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure

sprayer to clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing,

contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG, or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY (3RAOES

-30" _*10=O" 10" _= 30"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANG_

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. _ghten 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.

Air Screen

Oil Drain Plug

FillCap/

Dipstick

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/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.

AIR FILTER

Y_ur engine will not run properly using a

dirty airfilter. 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

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.

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

d necessary.

• Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

•Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Cartridge

Foam

Pre-Cleaner

Cartridge

Rubber

Seal

Nut

Knob'

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every

season or every other oil change if the

tractor is used more than 100 hours in

one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler

and spark arrester (if equipped) as it

could create a fire hazard and/or

damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plugtype and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Clamp _ Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

i of foreign matter.

all

Keep finished surfaces and wheels

free of all cjasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive 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 short-

22 ened engine life.

_,CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

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

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

•Place attachment clutch in "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

•Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

• Lower mower to its lowest position.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove retainer springs from suspen-

sion arms at deck and disengage arms

from deck.

• Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

• Remove two retainer springs from

each front link and remove links.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachmnt other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in =INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly

adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom of deck

curl to ground level at front corners of

mower. Distance "A" on both sides of

mower should be the same.

Adjustment

Suspension

Arms

Chassis

Brm

Lift

Links

Front

Suspension

Bracket

Front Mowe_

Bracket

Electric

Clutch

Front

Bracket

Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Spring

Springs

Front M_wer Bracket

•If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16".

•Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom of Curt Bottom of Curl

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: 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 obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "F' directly in front of

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

•Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower housing,

loosen nut "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.

•"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 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut =H"

against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will

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

•Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Mandrel

"F"

Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length

"G"

Tru

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

• Park tractor on alevel surface. Engage

parking brake.

•Remove screws from L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

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

pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Remove any 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 bolt in mower

housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

•Install belt in both idlers. Make sure

belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers

as shown.

•Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

•Roll belt into upper groove of L.H.

mandrel pulley.

•Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly

and inside belt keepers.

•Reassemble LH. mandrel cover.

Left Hand

Mandrel

Cover

Screws Idler

Pulleys

Primary

Idler Arm

Spring Electdc

Clutch

Pulley

Left

Hand

Mandrel

Mower

Drive Belt Belt

Keepers

Bolt in

Housing

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

• Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual).

•Remove screws from R.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.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to

see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

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

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

• Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley.

Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

•Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel

cover.

•Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT"

in the Assembly section of this

manual).

•Reassemble mower drive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

Left Center

Hand Mower Blade Mandre

Mandrel Drive Belt RightHand

"" Mandrel

Cover

Idler Arm

Sprin

Bar Bracket

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

The electric clutch should provide years

of service, The clutch has a built-in brake

that stops the pulley within 5 seconds,

Eventually,the internal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to

not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by your

nearest authorized service center/

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.

s_ot(3).

INylon Locknut"

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Plate

Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be

adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

•-Measure distance between brake

operating arm and nut "A" on brake

rod.

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

jam nut and tum nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

•Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

UA,,

Jam Nut

,Operating

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there

is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual.)

BELT REMOVAL-

•Engage parking brake (creates slack

in belt).

•Remove belt from clutching and fan

idler pulleys.

•Loosen belt keeper above transaxle

pulley.

•Remove belt from transaxle pulley.

•Remove belt from engine pulley and

front V-idler pulley.

•Pull belt out of all belt keepers and

remove from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•Place V part of belt into grooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler, making

sure to route belt inside of all belt

keepers.

•Route belt on right side, coming from

V-idler, towards back of tractor, above

midspan belt keeper and to top of

transaxle pulley.

•Route belt on left side, coming from

engine pulley, towards back of tractor

and through loop in midspan belt

keeper.

• Place V part of belt into grooves on

transaxle and fan idler pulleys, making

sure to route belt inside of all belt

keepers.

Tractor V-Belt Drive Schematic

Viewed From L.H. Side of Tractor

Tran_axle Pulley

Belt Kee

• Clutching Idler

En,g.me Clutch ng F at dler

_u"eYAbove Belt Keeper

V-Idler

Belt Keepers Bell

As Viewed From Bottom

• 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.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require

removal for service or replacement, it

should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

The motion control lever has been

preset at the factory and adjustment

should not be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever

will not hold its position while at a

selected speed, it may be adjusted at

the friction pack located on the right side

of chassis.

•Park tractor on level surface. Stop

tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF"

position and engage parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

•While holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut

• Tighten Iocknut 1/4 turn.

• While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nut

securely,

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to

move the motion control lever becomes

too excessive, reverse the above

adjustment procedure by loosening

Iocknut 1/4 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and

repeat procedure if necessary.

Nut

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.

FRONTOFTRACTOR

A _

Adjustment Sleeves

Jam Nuts

' ' 27

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL

•Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal.

•Repair tire and reassemble.

• Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL

• Block rear axle securely.

•Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow

wheel removal.

•"Repair tire and reassemble. Replace

and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and

prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire

sealant may be purchased from your

local parts dealer. "13resealant also

prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washer

Retaining

Axle

Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

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

"I_ATTERY _ in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emer-

gency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

• BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

"Positive" _e

(+) g.a_ive"

REPLACING BATTERY

_kCAUTION: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing awrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands,rings,etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•Lift hood to raised position.

•Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

•Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

•Reinstall terminal guard.

•First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

• Close terminal access doors.

•Close hood.

Terminal

Access

Door

Nut Hex Bolt

Terminal Positive

(Red)

Cable

(Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

•Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder 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

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO ADJUST A'I-rACHMENT 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 maxi-

mum spring tension when using light

attachments such as a mower. Adjust lift

lever spring to aid in lifting attachment.

Do not overpower spring. When remov-

ing attachment, always adjust spring

tension to its lowest position.

Adjustment Bolt

I Bushing

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 non-road engine repair establish-

ment 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 de-

scribed 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.

Idle Fuel Adjusting Idle speed Adjusting

Screw

Lift

_/_ Spring

///

Jam Nut

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

•Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedure. 29

Screw

Throttle

Control

Cable

Clamp Screw

Choke Control Cable

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary, check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

•With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

•Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual),

•Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

• Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed for Full

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, tuming the adjusting needles

in (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning 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 SETrING -

• Be sure you have a clean air filter, and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

propedy (see "TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

•With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle in (clockwise) closing it finger

tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1turn.

FINAL SETTING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

•The high idle is set at the factory and

cannot be adjusted.

• Idle speed setting - With throttle control

lever in slow position, engine should

idle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too

slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting

screw in or out until correct idle is

attained.

• Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and

then turn out (counterclockwise)

approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the

best low speed performance.

•Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position, if engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle 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

eninge governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

settng can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department, which

has proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

w_tCAUTION: Never store the tractor

h 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

stora(]e. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, 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 Mainte-

nance 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 lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After aperiod 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 discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

]uUmdeposits from forming in essential

el system parts such as carburetor, fuel

filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels 9called 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. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the 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 your can

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 conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still

warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

)ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

•Out of fuel,

• Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

• Engine flooded.

•Bad spark plug.

• Dirty air filter,

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Water in fuel.

•Fill fuel tank.

• See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

•Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

• Replace spark plug.

• Clear'Jreplace air filter.

• Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

refill tank with fresh gasoline

and replace fuel filter.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

Isection.

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

•Clean/replace air filter.

• Replace spark plug.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Replace fuel filter.

• Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments section.

• Contact an authorized service

center/department.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Carburetor out of adjustment,

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Dirty air filter.

• Bad spark plug.

• Weak or dead battery.

• Dirty fuel filter.

• Stale or dirty fuel.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

• Attachment clutch is engaged.

•Weak or dead battery.

•Blown fuse.

•Corroded battery terminals.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty ignition switch.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

•Weak or dead battery.

• Corroded battery terminals,

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Faulty solenoid or starter.

•Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

•Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

• Build.up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

• Dirty air filter.

•Low oil level/dirty oil,

!• Depress clutch/brake pedal.

•Disengage attachment clutch.

•Recharge or replace battery.

•Replace fuse,

°Clean battery terminals.

•Check all wiring.

•Check/replace ignition switch.

•Check/replace solenoid or

starter,

•Contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed,

•Adjust throttle control.

•Clean underside of mower

housing,

•Clean/replace air filter.

•Check oil level/change oil.

• Recharge or replace battery.

• Clean battery terminals.

• Check all wiring.

• Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CORRECTION

Loss of power

Continued

Excessive

vibration

CAUSE

•Faulty spark plug.

•Dirty fuel filter.

•Stale or dirty fuel.

• Water in fuel.

• Spark plug wire loose.

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with attach-

ment clutch

engaged

Poor cut -uneven

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

• Dirty engine air screen/fins.

• Dirty/clogged muffler.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Carburetor out of adjustment.

• Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Worn, bent or loose blade.

• Bent blade mandrel.

• Loose/damaged part(s).

•Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Mower deck not level.

•Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

•Bent blade mandrel.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

• Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

•Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

• Frozen idler pulley.

• Frozen blade mandrel.

• Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

• Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

• Low/uneven tire air

pressure. 33

• Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

• Replace fuel filter.

•Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

• Drain fuel tank and carburetor, i

refill tank with fresh gasoline

and replace fuel filter.

• Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

• Clean engine air screen/fins.

• Clean/replace muffler.

• Check all wiring.

• See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments section

• Contact an authorized

service center/department.

•Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

• Replace blade mandrel.

•Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

• Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact an authorized service

center/department.

• Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

• Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

•Remove obstruction.

• Replace mower ddve belt.

• Replace idler pulley.

• Replace blade mandrel.

• Place throttle control in "FAST"

position.

• Shift to slower speed.

• Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

• Level mower deck.

• Check tires for proper air

pressure.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

• Worn, bent or loose blade.Poor grass

discharge (Contn)

Headlight(s) not

working (if so

_ulpped)

Battery will not

¢harge

Loss of Drlve

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine "OFF"

•Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

• Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly installed.

• Improper blades used.

•Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

•Switch is "OFF".

• Bulb(s) burned out.

• Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

• Blown fuse.

•Bad battery cell(s).

•Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so

equipped).

•Faulty alternator.

•Freewheel control in

=disengaged" position.

•Motion drive belt worn,

damaged or broken.

•Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or servicing.

• Engine throttle control at

"SLOW" position for 30

seconds before stopping

engine.

•Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

•Clean underside of mower

housing.

• Replace mower drive belt.

•Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

•Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

•Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

• Turn switch "ON".

•Replace bulb(s).

• Check/replace light switch.

• Check wiring and connections.

• Replace fuse.

• Replace battery.

• Check/clean all connections.

• Replace regulator.

• Replace alternator.

• Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

• Replace motion drive belt.

• Purge transmission.

• Move throttle control to not set

"SLOW" position and allow to

idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

BATTERY SOLENOID

! AM ER ' ST'RTER

J (OPTIONAL) ..... WH=TE,L-_J <I_ mlh

. I _1 _LACK I

)=_ oH_J--- -'7 I _ F_ = , _. , ELECTRIC CLUTCH

I _ HI *I......... L

LA2 ,_ _

IGNmOm ',A : : [_

SWITCH _CK i i

I_NwII_'_HNil ' l Di

-iT ........

i GRE_NI 1

L.......

....... 1 _4JkCK

/FUEL I

___l LINE I ---- _SPARKGApPLUGS

_I _ -- _ "_ UNiT -- (2 PLUGS

__ I U1_,, 1ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

FUEL SHUT-OFF

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M + G + A1 NONE

ON +LE.-HT_. 8+A1 L+A2

ON _ B + A1 NONE

START IB+S+A1 NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT. THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING.

CI-IA RGING SySTeM OUTpU T

15AMP DC O36C_ RpM

RE D

RELAY

FREGULATOR _

28 VOLTS A¢ lid _00 RPM ( RE GULATC_ DISCONNECTED)

PTO SWITCH HEADLIGHTS

OFF C÷G,B+H

ON C+F,B+E,A+D

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

GFC

NON-REMOVAE_LE

CONNECTIONS H B

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 14521 !Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 166184 Harness Socket Light w/4152J

22 4152J Bulb Light

25 146686 Cable Battery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4o20 unc

28 170697 Cable,Ground

29 160784 Switch, Plunger

30 163968 Switch, Ign

33 140403 Key, Ignition

40 176238 Harness Ign.

41 17720408 Screw Thd Cut 1/4o20 x 1/2 TY23

42 131563 CoverTerminal Red

43 145673 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

46 169635 Meter, Hour

56 149416 Switch, PTO

79 163996 Bulbholder

81 109748X RelayAsm.

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin U. S.

inches1 inch= 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

138

21\

147

122

150

lOO

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 50 152728

2 140506 Drawbar, Gt 52 S'1-D541431

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

5 163976 Dash 58 137113

6 157882 Dash Asm., Lower VGT 60 17490620

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

8 145166 SupporL Dash 1-Pc, Battery 68 17490508

14 161023X558 Hood Asm., Pnt 70 137159

15 160568 Lens, Asm Headlight 84 142992

16 121794X Cover, Access 86 74760716

17 17000612 Screw Hex wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 90

18 160564X558 Grille 91 170755

19 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 95 105531X

20 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 98 140503

21 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric 99 140871

23 17490616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 100 124236X

24 145243X558 Footrest, RH 101 17490628

28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 102 STD624003

30 145052 Saddle, Hydro 1995 103 142273

31 161419 Bracket Support 1-pc VGT 106 138776

Steering 122 161464

32 161327 Bracket Pivot Chassis Lh 130 164863

33 161326 Bracket Pivot Chassis Rh 138

34 142131 Bracket, Engine Suppod 139 161330

35 19111116 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga. 140 163806

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

37 167287X558 FenderPnt 142 161897

39 136961 Bracket, Axle Front 144 161900

40 156111 Bracket, Support Axle/Engine 145 19131414

42 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 147 162967

43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 149 164655

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 150 161237

45 154913 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh

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

DESCRIPTION

Bracket, Chassis Front

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-16

Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh

Bracket Asm., Fender

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

Washer 13/32 x 1x 14 Ga.

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

Guide, Belt Mid Span

Stop, Over Center Mower

Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 Unc x 1

STD551237 Washer, Lock Ext.I Tooth 3/8

Rail, Frame Lh VGT

Push Nut, Nylon

Bracket Skid Chassis

Rod By Pass

Cap By Pass Rod

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

Retainer, Spring

Lock, By Pass

Bolt 5/16o18 Type TT

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Sc few Hwhd HI-Lo # 13-16

163975X428 Cupholder

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

Magnet YT/GT

Striker Plate YT/GT

Bracket Dash Rh

Bracket Dash Lh

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

Fastner Nut Pal

Pinch Welt Hood

Duct Heat Hood

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

GROUND DRIVE

104

1(_

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 73 74490548

3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 74 142432

5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 76 140481

6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 77 74760716

7 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 79 72110505

9 140080 Bolt, Hub 80 140484

15 STD551037 Wahser 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 81 17490612

17 140921 Spring 82 150586

20 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 83 140479

22 156103 Arm Asm Shift 84 140490

23 130564 Knob 85 17541020

28 STD541237 Nut 86 140462

29 140494 Brake, Rod 87 140491

30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 88 161592

33 12000053 Ring E 89 73680700

34 124236X Cap, Plunger 90 140489

35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake 91 17490644

36 149412 Spnng, Ddve Ground 92 74760520

37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 93 140502

38 150035 Nynner 94 133835

39 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 96 141103

40 5304J Actuator, Interlock Switch 98 141004

41 73661000 Top Lock #10-24 99 17490624

42 8883R Cover, Pedal 100 126881X

46 145170 Retainer, Spdng 101 156106

47 138228 Clutch Rod 104 140480

48 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 105 17580408

50 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 106 142918

51 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

52 139123 Pulley, Idler, Grooved 107 154739

53 207J Washer, Hardened 108 142917

54 161590 Clutch, Arm Assembly

55 105706X Bearing, Idler 109 140929

56 t40218 V-Belt 111 156240

58 74760724 Bolt Fin Hex7116-14 x 1-1/2 112 156104

61 140488 Pulley, Transaxle 113 73220700

64 154752 Shaft, ClutcWBrake Pedal 115 123405)(

65 67609 Bolt, Shoulder 116 73900500

66 140296 Washer, Hardened 117 73900600

67 19131312 Washer, Flat - - 163198

68 5142H Pin, Roll

69 123800X Washer

70 164892X428 Console Hydro Fender

71 151179 Plate Console Shift

72 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

DESCRIPTION

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 Cardage 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bracket Torque RH

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bracket Mount Torrque/Fan

Strap Torque Mid

Spacer

Screw #10-24 x 1-!/4

Fan 7" Hydro

AdapterFan

Pulley Idler

Nut Crownlook 7/16-14 Unc

Keeper Belt

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

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1.25

Link Shift Asm

Fastener ChdstmasTrae

Washer Nickel Plated

Bracket Shift

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

WasherComprassion

Washer Bellville

Bracket Idler

Screw Tap 1/4-20 x 1/2

O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear

70110

Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT

Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear

70109

Spring Return Brake

Spacer Shift Lever VGTH

Washer Nylon High Temp

Nut-HexASF7/16-14 UNC

Keeper Belt T/A Grid Dr

Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18

Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16

Transaxle (See Breakdown)

Hydro Gear 222-3010L

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U. S.

inches Iinch =25/4 mm

STEERING

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

14 _6

STEERING

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1159944X428

2 137094

3 6855M

4 161849

5 161848

662661-1

7 121748X

8 12000029

9 121232X

10 74781044

11 136518

12 73901000

13 121749X

14 STD551137

15 STD541537

16 145103

17 137347

18 137155

19 156011

20 163887

21 159945

22 155105

23 152927

25 STD523710

26 159946X428

27 3366R

28 17000612

29 104239X

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 STD523107

35 138059

36 137156

37 73360600

38 109850X

39 73700600

40 109851X

41 155246

42 17490508

44 160135

45 19132411

Wheel, Steering

Axle Asm., Front

Fitting, Grease

Spindle Asm, LH

Spindle Asm., RH

Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

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

Ring, Klip #T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

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

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

Shaft Asm., Steering

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

Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt

Support Asm., Steering Vgt

Boot, Steering

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg. BIk

Screw

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

Cap, Wheel Steedng

Beadng, Col. Strg.

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange

Ring, Klip Truarc #5304-75

Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

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

Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod

Jam Nut RH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread

Jam Nut LH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball LH Thread

Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97

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

Extension, Steering

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

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

ENGINE TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

21._JB 20

18 15

78 2

48 38

KEY

NO.

11.

PART

NO.

161063

13200300

151396

121361X

15G828

105432)(

140923

143996

151346

109227X

106082X

161493

13290300

164067

164863

164415

STD551237

73920600

3645,1

139277

7834R

26 37 39

DESCRIPTION

Engine(SeeBreakdown)

KohlerCV24-75532

MufflerSide 1-1/4"Inlet

ElbowSTD90 Degree 3/8 -18NPT

MufflerAsmGuard

PulleyV-Idler

BeltEngineKeeperAsmVGT 96

Bushing

ClutchElectric

Pulley EngineVGT ElectClutch

Tank FuelRear 3.50 YT/GT 96

Pad Spacer

Cap Fuel 5-1/2' VentedCov.

PlugOil Drain(See Engine

Breakdown)

ControlThrottle

ScrewHWHD Hi-Lo#13-16 x3/4

ControlChoke

LockwasherExt Tooth3/8

Nut Keps3/8 - 24 UNF

Bushing

StemTankFuel

FuelLine

I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I

KEY PART

NO. NO.

29 132920

33 STD551437

35 10010500

37 123487X

38 17060620

39 17490636

40 17490664

41 126197X

.250

42 10040700

43 150280

45 73510400

47 142040

48 19132007

51 161231

54 19131414

55 13280336

64 17000612

65 19131614

67 17490512

69 24-041-02

74 162295

DESCRIPTION

SparkArresterKit

Nut LockHex w/Ins,3/8 -16

Washer Split

ClampHose

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

ScrewTT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Unc

Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4

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

Washer Look 7/16

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

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

Spacer Engine

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

Manifold VGT CV Carb 1-1/4

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

Nipple Pipe 4-1/2

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Screw

Gasket Kohlsr CV18-CV26

Elbow Street Brass

_J]O 164323 Shield Muff er

TE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

SEAT ASSEMBLY

i22

2-_

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140124

2 140551

3 140675

4 127018X

5 145006

6 s'rD541437

7 124181X

8 171877

10 155925

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050412

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot Seat

Strap, Fender

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x ,62

Clip, Push In, Hinged

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring, Seat Cprsn

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

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Mounting Switch

Bushing, Snap

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

KEY PART

NO. NO.

15 121249X

16 123740X

17 123976X

16 19171912

19 166369

20 124238X

21 171852

22 STD541431

DESCRIPTION

Spacer, Split

Spring, Cprsn

Nut, Lock 114Lge Fig Gr. 5

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

Knob, Seat Adj Wingnut

Cap, Spring Seat

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U. S.

inches 1 inch=25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

DECALS

18 13

515

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 171814

2 164759

3 171702

4 171703

5 140837

6 133644

7 164884

8 164096

9 142342

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146790

13 163268

14 160397

DESCRIPTION

Deca RPLC

Decal, Engine

Decal HoodRH Craftsman

Decal HoodLH Craftsman

Decal Brake ParkingSaddle

Decal Maintenance

Decal BlowerHSNG

Decal Dash Stith

Decal ControlMovement

Decal,FenderDanger

Decal,Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-BeltDr Sch

Decal,Dash

Decal, V-BeltSchematic

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 171705 Decal, Side Panel

16 163204 Decal, Fender

17 149516 Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn Eng.

18 164065 Decal, Insert Strg

19 138047 Decal, Battery

23 106202X Reflector, Taillight

24 163223 Decal, Fender Sd. Wht Auto

-- 138311 Decal, Handle LFT Halght

Adjust (Lift Handle)

o- 157199X428 Pad, Footrest

- - 174224 Owner's Manual, English

- - 174225 Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS AND TIRES

410

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

59192 Cap Valve Tire

65139 Stem Valve

148736X427 RimAsm Front

8134H Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

148741 Tire, Front

278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only

9040H Beadng Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

104757X Cap Axle (Front Wheel Only)

151607 TireRear

7154J Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

148738X427 Rim Asm Rear

6856M Fitting Grease

144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

LIST ASSEMBLY

43 35 73

3'1_

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 23 STD624008

2 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 24 73350800

3 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 25 130171

412000022 E-RingTruarc #5133-87 26 73800800

519292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 29 150233

6 71110624 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 30 110807X

7125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 31 19131016

8 122365)(. Button, Plunger 32 137150

9 122364X Plunger, Button 33 76020308

10 2876H Spring 2-1/8" 34 137167

11 146704 Link Lift 3.5 138057

12 163552 Retainer, Spdng 38 155097

13 139868 Arm, Suspension Vgt 39 123935X

14 140302 Bearing 40 17490512

15 STD5414.37 Nut, Crown_ock 3/8-16 Uric 41 73540600

16 674A247 Spring Asm, Assist Lift 42 19112410

17 STD541237 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 43 123934X

18 143363 Bracket, Spring Assist 70 145212

19 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 72 110452X

20 5328J Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist

21 STB523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

22 127218 Link, Front 47

DESCRIPTION

Retainer, Spring

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion

Nut, Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion, Infin Height

Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 1_; Ga.

Spring, Compression Inf Hgt

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Aclj Lift

Knob, Inf 3/6-16 Uric

Pointer, Height Indicator

Ptug, Hole

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

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

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

Scare, |ndicalor Height

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut Push Phos & Oil

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S

inches 1 inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

MOWER DECK

1t0

/43

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 156990

2 STD541431

5 138457

6 STD624008

7130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 137380

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X

16 140329

17 106735X

18 19111015

19 105304X

20 123713X

21 137607

22 110452X

23 1t 0509X

26 72110606

27 STD551037

28 132823

29 STD541437

30 157722

31 137266

32 153535

33 129963

34 72140610

35 72110616

36 72110608

37 137166

38 156085

39 131494

40 136572

42 STD533107

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Mower DeckWeldment 43 136460

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 44 122052X

Bracket asm., Sway Bar 45 STD541437

Retainer, Spring 46 74760628

Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 47 137200

Bar) 48 137729

Bolt, Patch 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 49 136574

850 137272

Washer, Lock Hvy. Unplated 51 137273

3/8 52 139245

Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 53 137789

Vented 54 139573

Blade (3 Required) 55 144959

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel #6204 56 138687

Shaft Asm. w/Lower Beadng 58 133957

(Includes Key No. 12) 59 137644

Housing, Mandrel 62 133943

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 63 72110612

Stripper, Mower Round 64 19121414

Rod, Hinge 65 151831

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 ga. 66 156009

Cap, Sleeve 67 73930600

Spring, Torsion Deflector 99 72110614

Bracket, Deflector 102 153390

Nut, Push 103 155986X505

Shield, DeflectorMower 104 156941

Bolt Carr. Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 105 156852

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16

Ga. 106 156853

Spacer, Spring Stop Idler

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 107 156854

Uric

Screw Thdrol Washer Head 108 156856

Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

Pulley, Mandrel 109 72010505

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

Bolt, Carraige 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 110 73980500

Bolt, Carraige 3/8-16 x 2 112 19171216

Bolt, Carraige 3/8-16 x IGr.5 113 72110504

Stiffener, Arm Idler - - 158325

Keeper, Belt, Idler - -143651

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Pulley, Ddven

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4

DESCRIPTION

Arm, Idler Secondary

Spacer, Retainer

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4

Cover, Mandrel RH

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

Cover, Mandrel LH

Arm, Idler, Primary

Spring, Secondary

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove

Shield, Idler

V-Belt, Mower, Pdmary

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

Spring, Primary

Wheel, Gauge

Bolt, Shoulder

Washer, Hardened

Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr.5

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x14 Ga,

Pulley, Flat, Idler

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Nut, Centedock 3/8-t6 UNC

Bolt. Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr.5

Washer Felt

Bar Adjusting Gauge Wheel

Pin. Head Pivot

Bracket Pnt Ga. Wheel Asm

R. Rh 50

Bracket Pnt Ga. Wheel Asm

R. LH 50

Bracket Pnt Ga. Wheel Asm

F. RH 50

Bracket Pnt Ga. Wheel Asm.

F. LH 60

Bolt, Carriage 5/!6-18 x 5/6

BIk.

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 BIk.

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Mower Service

Mandrel Asm (Includes Key

Nos. 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 33)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1inch = 25/4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L

(2) _677103

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1164591 Assembly, Housing, LH 72 153767 Locknut, Hex 5/16-18

2 164592 Assembly, Housing, RH 73 142904 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

7 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 74 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1

16 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly 76 142907 Shoulder Bolt

20 142677 Axle Mounting Horn Asse.mbly 77 142908 Freewheel Actuating Arm

21 142878 Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x .08 78 142909 Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25

22 142879 Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x .09 79 153768 Grease (10 oz. Tube)

33 142929 Brake Yoke Assembly 81 142910 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4

35 142880 Brake Arm 62 142911 Bolt 5/16-18 x4-1/2

36 142882 Puck Plate 89 142912 Filter, Spin On

37 142883 Brake Puck 91 153769 Pump, BDU-10L-122

38 142884 Washer 7/80.D. x 7/16 x .060 95 142914 Plug, Straight Thread

39 142885 Nut, Castle 5/16-24 96 153770 60i 7/18 SAE x5/16 Fitting

40 142886 Cotter Pin 103 142916 Washer

41 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 104 142917 Vent Cap Assembly

42 142888 Hi Pro Key 106 142918 FittingO-RtngAssembly

43 142889 Spacer 108 142919 Control Arm

45 142890 Brake Disc 109 142920 Set Screw

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

47 142892 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1 111 150820 Hose 1/2"

49 153766 Differential Assembly 112 150823 Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90i

63 142894 Dowel Pin 7/8 SAE

64 150818 ReductionGear, 113 150821 Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 60i 9/16

14 Teeth to 38 Teeth 117 150822 Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90i 9/16

65 142897 Final Drive Pinion Assembly 123 t50824 O Ring

67 142898 Jackshaft 124 150825 Pinch Clamp

68 142899 O-Ring 129 153771 Spring, Long

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

70 142901 Washer 7/8 X 1-1/2 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

71 142902 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3.5 inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L

Ki=VPART

NO. NO.

1 144569

2 122716X

3 122745)(

4 122715X

5 122700X

6 122699X

8 122767X

12 122717X

13 122748X

14 122749)(

15 144571

17 122770X

19 153801

21 122722X

22 144573

23 142978

DESCRIPTION

Shatt,Pump

Ring,Retaining

Beadng,Bait

Spacer

Seal, Up

Ring,Retaining

Bearing,Cradle

Seat, Lip

Arm,Trunnion

Guide,Slot

HousingKit,Transmission

Bearing,Thrust,Ball

Center SectionKit

Seal, Lip

Shaft,Motor

Washer, BlockThrust

KEY PART

NO. NO.

25 127148X

32 142938

37 122786X

38 122718X

42 144578

43 144578

44 144579

47 122752X

53 127153X

60 142977

62 144581

63 144582

64 144583

67 144584

- - 153769

DESCRIPTION

Swashplate, Variable

Block Assembly

Pin, Stainless, Headless

Gasket, Center Section

Check Valve Fit

Check Valve Kit

Charge Relief Kit

Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Bypass Valve Kit

Block Spdng

O-Ring

Charge Pump Kit

Gemtor Assembly

Screw, Socket Head, Cap

Pump Assembly, Complete

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24, TYPE NUMBER 75532

CYLINDER HEAD VALVE & BREATHER I CRANKCASE

35 1 _Z4 _

G_7 22-

t4_6

'-I _: S '° "-® '

__,___ .- _._ tb

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV24 TYPE NUMBER 75532

HEADNALVE/DREATHER CRANKCASE

KI_Y PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ 1 24-032-01-S

gasket (Includes 2,3) 2

2 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather

3 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 3 24-294-13-S

4 M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange 4 12-380-17-S

M6xl.0x20 (4) 5 24-067-13-S

5 X-75-23-S Plug, allen hd. 1/8" 24-067-14-S

6 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (4) 6 24-874-09-S

7 24o755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes

8,11,12) 24-874-10-S

8 24-411-05-S Rod, push (4) 24-874-11-S

9 24-041-40-S Gasket, cylinder head (2) 24-874-15-S

10 24-318-12-S Head assembly, #2 cylinder 7 24-108-08-S

11 25÷186-01-S Arm, rocker (4) 24-108-09-S

12 24-599-01-S Pivot, rockararm (4) 24-108-10-S

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

M6xt .0x34 (4) 9 12-422-09-S

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

M10xl.5x90 (8) 12-422-07-S

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

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

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

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

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

19 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 11 24-089-35-S

24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) 12 24-089-34-S

20 24-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) (2) 13 52-139-09-S

24-017-02-S Valve, intake (.25) (2) 14 M-0545010-S

21 24-032-05-S Seal, valve stem (2)

22 235011-S Retainer, spring (4) 15 24-018-04-S

23 24-089-02-S Spdng, valve (4) 16 24-402-05-S

24 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spdng (4) 17 12-153-01-S

25 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 18 24-126-19-S

26 24-318-11-S Head assembly, #1 cylinder 19 12-123-04-S

27 24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover - breather 20 M-545016-S

(Inc1.16,17,28)

28 25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber 21 12-153-02-S

29 24.755-57-S Kit, breather separator 22 24-038-04-S

(Includes 28,30-33)

30 M-545016-S Screw, hax. flange 23 24-755-46-S

M5x0.8x16 (2) 24 12-153-03-S

31 24-445-02-S Strap, breather 25 12-380-04-S

32 24-126-44-S Bracket, breather 26 M-631005-S

separator 27 12-032-01-S

33 24-112-12-S Spacer 28 X-25-102-S

34 24-294-06-S Fitting 29 24-144-01-S

35 24-326-13-S Hose, breather

36 24-326-14-S Hose, breather

37 X-426-9-S Clamp, hose (2)

Seal, oil front

Crankcase

(USE: Miniblock )

Fitting

Pin, dowel locating (6)

Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

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

_ncludes 7,8)

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

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

Kit, piston wiring set (.08)

Ring Set (Std.)(2)

Ring Set (.25) (2)

Ring Set (.50) (2)

Retainer, pistonpin (4)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft IAIRR:I

Shim, camshaft

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Camshaft (Includes 11,12)

Spring, ACR (Heavy)

Spring, ACR (Light)

Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8xl0 (2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Reed, breather (2)

O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

Bracket, oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, bex. flange

M5x0.8x16

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Dipstick assembly (Includes

23,24)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 24)

O-Rin_, dipstick

Pin, hitch

Washer, plain 6 mm

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer, plain 1/4"

Shaft, governor cross

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24 TYPE NUMBER 75532

IGNITION /ELECTRICALJ

•9_'D _8

AIR INTAKE I

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES_]

t4 \11

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24 TYPE NUMBER 75532

IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 1 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes

(includes 2-4,and 24 113 2-4)

18) 2 24-100-01-S Nut, p,astic 131

2 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 3 24-100-02-S Nut, plastic

(4) 4 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16"

3 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 5/16" (4) 5 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

4 24-112-04-S Spacer, grass screen (4) M5x0.Sx20 (4)

5 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder (4) 6 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

6 24-157-03-S Fan M5x0.Sx16 (3)

7 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange 7 M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange

M 10x1.5x46 M5x0.8x16

8 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8". 8 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

9 X-42-15-S Key M6x1.0x16 (6)

10 24-025-04-S Flywheel 9 24-146-16-S Plate, backing o #2 side

11 25-403-03-S Rectifier-regulator 10 24-146-20-S Plate, backing - #1 side

12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/t6" (2) 11 24-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

13 24-086-18-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/ side

8 (2) 12 24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side

14 236602-S Connector (3 contact) 13 24-063-30-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

15 54-755-09-S Kit, 15 amp stator side

(Includes 24 126 71) 14 24-063-23-S Baffle, valley - #f side

16 12-132-06-S Spark Plug (2) 15 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

17 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5xO.8x25 M5xO.8xlO (2)

_!} NOT ILLUSTRATED

18 48-154-02-S Itp, cable 24-096-66-S Cover, control

19 X-25-63-S Washer, plain 1/4" 24-086-06-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/

20 24-584-01-S Module, ignition (2) 4" (2)

21 M-545020-S Screw, hex flange

M5x0.8x20 (4) AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

24 235173-S Clip, cable

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire KEY PART

X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" NO. NO.

24-176-79-S Harness, widng

Lead, black (rect.-reg. 5" -1

12 gauge

24-518-12-S insulated gdp barrel 2

eyelets)

24-113-18-S Decal, grass screen

25-454-03-S Tie, wire (3)

DESCRIPTION

24-164-06-S

M-651055-S

3 24-041-01-S

4 24-041-14-S

5 24-094-18-S

6 24-041 -t 3-S

7 24-109-09-S

8 24-083-05-S

9 24-083-03-S

10 231032-S

11 24-096-01 -S

12 12-100-01-S

13 24-096-73-S

14 54-755-01-S

15 25-341-03-S

16 24-153-15-S

Manifold, intake

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x55 (4)

Gasket, intake manifold (2)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Base, air cleaner

Gasket, fuel spitback cup

Cup, fuel spitback

Precleaner, element

Element, air cleaner

Seal, breather-

Cover, inner air cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover, air cleaner

Kit, knob with seal

(Includes 15 & 16)

Knob, cover

O-Ring

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24 TYPE NUMBER 75532

STARTING SYSTEM J

9- O

DIL PAN LUBRICATIONJ

ENGINE CONTROLS I

124

,% 1,10

o--2

/12

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24 TYPE NUMBER 75532

STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange t M-645025-S

MSx1.25x70

2 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion 2M-631005-S

3 M.839080-S Screw, hex. flange 3 24-199-07-S

M8x1.25x80

4 12-468-01-S Washer, plain 11/32" (3) 4 24-393-08-S

5 25-098-07-S Starter, (Includes 6-11)

6 12-221-01-S Kit, brush 5 24-123-05-S

7 12-227-13-S Cap 6 24-162-26-S

8 12-211-01-S Bolt, thru (2) 724-043-12-S

9 12-755-54-S Kit, drive

10 12-227-18-S Cap, ddve end 8 12-380-01-S

11 12-170-05-S Armature 9 52-448-02-S

10 12-144-02-S

11 24-153-08-S

ENGINE CONTROLS 12 X-75-32-S

13 24-136-01-S

KEY PART 14 52-050-02-S

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 15 52-032-08-S

16 24-086-17-S

1 M-642025-S

2 24-090-14-S

3 M-641060-S

4 24-059-O1 -S

525-158-08-S

6 24-079-04-S

7 25-158-11-S

8 M-547050-S

924-089-03-S

10 24-126-56-S

11 M-645016-S

12 12-237-01"S

1324-086-43-S

14 24-090-07"S

15 24-468-01-S

16 24-089-18-S

17 M-446030-S

18 24-090-13-S

19 M-545020-S

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25

Lever, governor

Nut, hex. flange M6xl,0

Spring, linkage

Bushing, linkage retaining

Linkage, throttle

Bushing, throttle linkage

Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8

Spdng, choke return

Bracket, control

Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0x16 (4)

Clamp, cable (2)

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.Sx16 (2)

Lever, thortUa actuator

Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

Spring, govemor

Nut, hex M4x0.7

Lever, throttle control

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20

Spring, throttle ,miter

Lever, choke

Washer, spdng 1/4"

Screw, hex. cap M4x0 7x25

Linkage, choke

Screw, hex. flange

(Goes into 24-126-56 as a

positive throttle stop)

20 24-089-51-S

21 24-090-05-S

22 41-468-03-S

23 M-403025-S

24 24-079-05-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

M-545016-S

M5X0.8X16

DESCRIPTION

17 24-056-16-S

18 X-75-10-S

Screw, hex, flange

M6xl.0x25 (2)

Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

Pan, oil assembly

(Includes 1,2,&4-10)

Oil pumpassembly

(Includes 5)

Tube, oil pickup

Screen, oil

Kit, governor gear w/pin

(Includes 8)

Pin, governor regulating

Tab, locking

Shaft, governor gear

O-Ring

Plug, bex. ctsk. 3/8"

Nipple, oil filter

Filter, oil

Seat, oil (PTO end)

Screw, bex. flange

MSx1.25x45

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (9)

Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

N.P.T.F.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV24 TYPE NUMBER 75532

CRANKSHAFT I

2--1I ~!

--1

EXHAUST J

FUEL SYSTEM i\

ITM

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273223

K'OHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV24 TYPE NUMBER 75532

CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

1 24-853-61-S

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

2 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 2 24-041-15-S

3 24-853-81 -S

EXHAUST

4 24 041 14-S

KEY PART 5 M-629095-S

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 6 M-641060-S

7 47-154-01-S

1 24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust (2) 8 52-353-22-S

2 25-072-04-S Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4) 9 X-426-9-S

-- 24 755 103-S Gasket Set 10 24-086-12-S

DESCRIPTION

11 24-393-16-S

12 24-100-01 -S

13 24-353-03-S

14 15-353-04-S

15 24-050-02-S

Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 2-4)

Gasket, carburetor

Carburetor assembly (For

information only not

available separately)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)

Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

Clip, cable

Line, fuel 12" (2)

Clamp, hose (6)

Screw, hex. cap.

M6xl.Txt8 (2)

Pump, fuel -pulse

Nut, plastic (2)

Line, Fuel 10 5/8"

Line, fuel 11-1/2"

Filter, fuel

NOTE: All component dimensions given 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

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes. J

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