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Owner's Manual

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LAWN TRACTOR

175 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed Transaxle

Model No.

917.273370

[_ This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment

For answers to your questions about

this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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

Warranty ................................................. 2 Maintenance ......................................... 17

Safety Rules ........................................... 3 Service and Adjustments ...................... 21

Product Specifications ............................ 6 Storage ................................................. 27

Assembly/P re-Operation ........................ 8 Troubleshooting .................................... 28

Operation .............................................. 11 Repair Parts .......................................... 32

Maintenance Schedule ......................... 17 Sears Service ......................... Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,

Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in

material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will

also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During

the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your

home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your conve-

nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur-

chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within

the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to

blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.

Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

• 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, elec-

trical 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 failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained 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 30 days of its pur-

chase date.

• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30

days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After

the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail-

able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is

dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

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

vary, from state to state.

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

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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-

ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious

injury or death.

_,WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_tLWARNING: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_,WARNING: 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 a slope. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can

lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.

_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle com-

ponents contain or emit chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

_I_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be 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 direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. 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 un-

loading 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 in-

juries. These operators should evaluate

their ability to operate the riding mower

safely enough to protect themselves and

others from serious injury.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. 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.

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DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the machine.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommend-

ations 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.

III, CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity. Neveras-

sume 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.

IV. 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 equip-

ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

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. Ad-

just and service as required.

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• 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 obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse and

back down slowly.

• Be not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline

Capacity and

Type:

Oil Type

API-SF-SJ):

iOil Capacity:

Spark Plug:

(Gap: .030")

iGround Speed

(MPH):

1.25

Unleaded

Regular

SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30(below 32°F

3.0 Pints

Champion RC12YC

Forward:

1st 1.1

2nd 1.4

3rd 2.2

4th 3.4

5th 4.3

6th 5.5

Reverse: 1.7

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 12 PSI

Charging System: 3 Amps Battery

5 Amps Headlights

iBattery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of

a new tractor. It has been designed, engi-

neered and manufactured to give you the best

possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_,WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia 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 service center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur-

chase.Your new Craftsman_ product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all products,

it may require repair from time to time. That's

when having a Repair Protection Agreement

can save you money and aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

• Fast help by phone - phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

simple phone call is all that it takes for you

to schedule service. You can call anytime

day or night, or schedule a service ap-

pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase

your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

call 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

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Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4

F[__ Steering Wheel

Adapter

I I

I I

@

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

(1) Large Flat Washer

_St_eritg

@

(1) Locknut 1/4-28

Steering

Extension

Shaft

Seat

(1)Washer

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

_(1) Knob

Keys

(2) Keys

For Future Use

Slope Sheet Video Cassette

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 3/4"wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in

the operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in ex-

tension and lower shafts and install 1/4

hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se-

curely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 1/2 hex

nut and tighten securely.

_lnsert

1/2 Hex Nut

Large Flat

Shaft

1/4 Locknut

Lower

Steering

Shaft _ _ Slots

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder

bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of

tractor.

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5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-

semble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its ad-

justed position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Bolt

Adj

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: 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 instruc-

tions).

Seat Label

Terminal

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)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-

sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand 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.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move gear-

shift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-

ing brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Deflector

Shield Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

AHi,CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place.Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional grass

catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous-

ing should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion 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 trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

JCHECKLIST

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.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

flated 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.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important

items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

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

lar unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe oper-

ating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H L Ikl

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION

ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED UNLOCKED

OVER TEMF FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED

===E

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

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Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

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KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

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DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicatesa hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicatesa situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter

Attachment Ignition Switch Light Switch

Position

Clutch Lever

"Lever

Plunger

Throttle/Choke

Control Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake

Pedal s

Height

Adjustment

Lever

Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed

and direction of tractor.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION -Turns the

headlights on and off.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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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.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure.

Attachment Clutch Lever

Position

Throttle/

Clutch/

Brake

inition Key

"Disengaged"

Position

Brake

"Engaged"

Position

Gearshift

"Disengaged" "Brake" Lever

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attachment

clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

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 "STOP" 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 "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION.- Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

•Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal de-

pressed and gearshift lever in neutral

(N) position.

2. Move gearshift lever to desired po-

sition.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights

are approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

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• The average lawn should be cut to ap-

proximately 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 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. You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the

seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equip-

ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_I_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

igh Position

Attachment _ f 4

Clutch Lever /'_"-_- Low

"Engaged Position

Position

Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_,WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15°and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

•When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)

position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or atrailer, 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 ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-

move and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULE' mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

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ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do

not overfill. 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 quan-

tities that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

_)',CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in temper-

atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separa-

tion 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.

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.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

4. Move throttle control to choke position.

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, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

6. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• 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)

6. When engine starts, leave throttle

control in choke position until engine

warms up and begins to run roughly.

Once rough running begins, imme-

diately move the throttle control to the

fast position. Engine warm-up may

take from several seconds to several

minutes (the colder the temperature,

the longer the warm-up).

• The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period.

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 performance

(see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

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MOWING TIPS

• 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 already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of

the tractor. This will result in a more

even distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep

mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean after each use.

• The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and

reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into

the grass and not be noticed. Also, the

mulched grass will biodegrade quickly

to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)

speed as this will provide the best recut-

ting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.

Wet grass tends to form clumps and

interferes with the mulching action. The

best time to mow your lawn is the early

afternoon. At this time the grass has

dried, the newly cut area will not be

exposed to direct sunlight.

• For best results, adjust the mower

cutting height so that the mower cuts

off only the top one-third of the grass

blades. For extremely heavy grass, re-

duce your width of cut on each pass and

mow slowly.

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• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and pos-

sible 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 at-

tachment being used.

MAX 1/3

• Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across (perpendicular) to

the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week

to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next

week. This will help prevent matting and

graining of the lawn.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _____

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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.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

• At least 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

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

Zerk

J

(2)FrontWheel

Bearing

Zerk

(_)Engine

Pivots

>

(%)SAE30 or 10w30 Motor Oil

(2)General Purpose Grease

(_)Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming 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 rub-

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your trac-

tor 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 at-

tempt 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 at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op-

erate 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

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-

low access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade

with trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft.

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Mandrel Assembly

Trailing ---__ BIo,_

Edge Up _'_]_ Center _. _'_'_

H le

FlatWasher _ _ _ \Z.

Lock Washer __' "" Star

&_-- '---- Blade Bolt

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening 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" Bolt ¢ Blade

Pin

Center Hole

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BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, 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.

1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD-

JUSTMENTS section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

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.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in

cold weather, the oils will result in in-

creased oil consumption when used above

32°R Check your engine oil level more

frequently to avoid possible engine dam-

age from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

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-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting. Oil DrainVaIve

Drain

Tube

19

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil

at "FULl" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

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.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Replace 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.

1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and

rotate towards engine.

2. Remove cover.

3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge and

pre-cleaner from base.

4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from falling into carburetor.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge

firmly in base.

6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower

housing and replace cover.

7. Hook handle on cover and push down

on handle to close.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deterio-

ration of the cartridge. Do not oil car-

tridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean

cartridge.

....Cover

,,Cartridge

Tabs

-Slots

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 stub-

born dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Debris may clog the engine's air cool-

ing system. Remove blower housing and

clean area shown to prevent overheating

and engine damage.

Air Screen Clean out chaff and debris

MUFFLER

2O

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning

of each mowing season or after every

100 hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

retor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

_ Clamp

Clamp J _1 Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with auto-

motive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your

tractor unless the engine and transmis-

sion are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine or transmission will shorten the

useful life of your tractor. Use compressed

air or a leaf blower to remove grass,

leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

_IL WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.

5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and

remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

Small

Clutch

7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

-Square Hole

Front Link

Retainer 5

Housing

Retainer Spnngs

Both Sides)

Bracket Deflector Shield

Large Retainer Spring 21

2. Slidemowerundertractorwith deflec-

tor shieldto rightside of tractor.

3. Lowerlift leverto its lowestposition.

4. Connectfront links to mowerdeckand

securewith retainersprings.

5. Connectsuspensionarms to rear

deckbracketsand securewith retainer

springs.

6. Connectanti-swaybarto chassis

bracketand securewith retainerspring.

7. Pushclutchcablehousingguideinto

bracket,slide collar ontoguideand

securewith largeretainerspring.

8. Placeflat washerand clutchspring on

idlerpulleyboltand securewithsmall

retainerspring.

9. Install beltonto engine pulley.

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 net properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance 'W' on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge Bottom edge of

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

that 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 trac-

tor. Measure distance "D" directly in front

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 loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"

lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"

from trunnion on both front links. Tighten

nut "E" on both front links an equal num-

ber of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Both Should be luaI in Length

nArm

LiftLink N_

Adjustment

_E _

Front Links

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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-

placed without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys

and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in

this section of this manual).

Mandrel

\\

Mandrel

Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to

be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut 'W' until distance

becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust

if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than five (5) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Replace brake pads or contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

With Parking Brake "Engaged"

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See ''TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Remove belt upwards from transaxle

pulley by deflecting belt keepers.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down between

transaxle belt keepers and onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

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5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keepers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Clutchin

Stationary Idler

Transaxle

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU-

TRAL ADJUSTMENT

The transaxle should be in neutral when

the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock

gate) position. The adjustment is preset

at the factory; however, if adjustment is

needed, proceed as follows:

1. Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move

freely, the transaxle is in neutral.

2. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel.

3. Position the gear shift lever in the neu-

tral (N) position.

4. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

Neutral Lock Gate

Gearshift

_, ...-,..... Adjustment Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars

horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining

Rin

Axle

Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-

TERY

,_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable

to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery(A-B), taking care not to short

against tractor chassis.

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2. Connectone end of the BLACKcable

to the NEGATIVE(-) terminal(C) of

fully chargedbattery.

3. Connectthe otherend of the BLACK

cable(D) to good chassisground,

awayfrom fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

DD

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_,WARNING: De net short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining

hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

Positiv_

(Red)

Cable

TerrninaI

Cover Keps

/Nut

Hex

Bolt

Negative (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. 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 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-

connect the headlight wire connector.

Hood

Headlight Wire

Connector

Seat

Label

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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 establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

2. Check that holes 'W' in governor

control lever and hole in governor plate

line-up. If holes "A" are not aligned,

loosen clamp screw and move throttle

cable until holes are aligned. Tighten

clamp screw securely.

Governor Control Lever Governor P{ate

Clamp Cable

Screw

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. However, minor adjustment may

be required to compensate for differences

in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-

ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture. 26

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may result

if screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assem-

bled to the carburetor when making

carburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow posi-

tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle

lever against idle speed screw. Turn

idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

valve full travel clockwise then coun-

terclockwise until engine runs rough.

Turn valve to a point midway between

those two positions. Release throttle

lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control lever from slow

to fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun-

terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set

for proper engine speed. Overspeed-

ing the engine above the factory high

speed setting can be dangerous. If you

think the engine-governed high speed

needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed

Idle

With Limiter

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_,WARNING" Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN 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

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting 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 stor-

age 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 car-

buretor. Do not empty 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)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. 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 pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

• Out of fuel•

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded•

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter•

6. Dirty fuel filter•

7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Dirtyair filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

• Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(as).

• Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center,

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

LOSS of power

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with attach-

ment clutch

engaged

CAUSE

Poor cut - uneven

CORRECTION

1. Cutting too much grass/too 1.

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3.

and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter. 4.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.

6. Faulty spark plug. 6.

7. Dirty fuel filter. 7.

8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8.

9. Water in fuel. 9.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.

2. Bent blade mandrel. 2.

3. Loose/damaged part(s). 3.

1. Faulty operator-safety 1.

presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.

2. Mower deck not level. 2.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, 3.

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel. 4.

5. Clogged mower deck vent 5.

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

Raise cutting height/reduce

speed.

Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected

contact Sears or other

qualified service center.

Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

Level mower deck.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch

not rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge 2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

Headlight(s) not 1. Switch is "OFF".

working 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.

(if so equipped) 3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11 .Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not 1. Bad battery cell(s).

charge 2. Poor cable connections.

.

4.

Engine "backfires" 1.

when turning

engine "OFF"

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position for

30 seconds before stopping

engine.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

.Move throttle control to

"SLO_' position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

4"

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HEADLIGHTS

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST,

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH

PosmoN CIRCUIT MAKE

OFF M_GA1 NONE

RUNiLIGH] BA1 A2_L

RUN B_A1 NONE

START BISIA1 NONE

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IFWIRING INSULATED CLIPSWERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273370

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465

2 74760412

8 176689

16 176138

21 183759

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 175158

27 73510400

28 4207J

29 I21305X

30 175566

33 140403

40 179720

41 71110408

42 131563

43 178861

45 121433):[

52 141940

90 180499

NOTE:

Battery

Holt He× Hd I/4-20 unc x 3/4

Box Battery Fender

Switch, Interlock

Harness Asm Light Wi4152j

Bulb Light #1 I56

Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red

Cable Battery 6 Ga. w/I6 wire red

Fuse 20 AMP

Nut, Keps Hex I/4-20 unc

Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12" black

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Switch Ign

Key Ign Molded Craftsman

Harness Ign

Holt HIk. Fin Hex I/4-20 unc x I/2

C_ver Terminal Red

Solenoid

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Protection Wire Loop

C_ver Battery Terminal

All _mponent dimensions give in U.S. inches

I inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273370

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

28

208 208

37

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74 208

chassis_Laser _/t.sUt_27

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273370

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

5

9

10

1I

13

14

17

16

26

28

29

30

3I

37

38

39

60

64

74

142

143

144

145

166

206

207

208

209

212

174619 Chassis Stamping

176554 Drawbar

155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

166337X013 Dash

STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-I6 x 1

174996 Panel, Dash, LH.

172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/6-16 x I/2

185682X558 Hood Assembly Laser

184921 Bumper Extrusion

STD541437 Nut

188636 Grille Lens Asm Laser

174332X599 Lens Laser

174738X558 Fend/Ftrest Pnt STLT

139976

17490508

175710

174714

72140606

154798

73680600

175702

186689

175582

156524

171875

170165

17670508

17670608

17000612

175143

5479J

Bracket, Fender Support

SerewThdrol 5/16-I8x 1/2Tyt

Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear

Bracket Pivot Laser

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 3/4

Dash Lower STLT

Nut Crownlook 3/8-16 unc

Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Screw HWHD Hi-Lo # 13-I 6 x 3/4

Bolt Shoulder 5/I6-18TT

Screw Thdrol 5/16-I 8 x 1/2 TYTT

SerewThdrol 3/8-16 x I/2

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Insert Lens Reflective

Plug, Button

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

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7O 116

19

26 27

drive-[ender, stil 23

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GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64

Dana D4380-140 65

2 146682 Spring Brake Return 66

3123668X Pulley Transaxle 70

4 12000028 Ring Retainer 74

5 121520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees 75

6 17000512 Screw 5/18-I8 x 3/4 76

8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 77

10 STD561210 PinCotter I/8×1 CAD 78

11 10570IX Washer Plate Shift 79

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 unf Gr. 8 W/Patch 80

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 81

18 STD541431 Nut Lock HexWilns. 5/I6-18 unc 82

18 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x I Gr 5 83

19 STD541437 Nut Lock He×WiWsh 3/8-I6 une 84

2I 108933X Knob 85

22 130804 Rod, Brake 89

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-I8 unc 90 I24346X

25 108888X Spring, Brake Rod 96 4497H

28 STD551037 Washer I3/32 x 13/16 Ga. 112 19091210

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter I/8 × 3/4 CAD 113 I27285X

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 118 72140608

29 71873 Cap, Parking Brake 120 73900600

30 174973 Bracket, Transaxle 145 74490544

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/I6-18 uoc × 3/4 150 175456

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 15I 19133210

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 156 166002

38 19211816 Washer 158 I65589

37 1572H Pin, Roll 159 183900

38 179114 Pulley, Composite, Flat 16I 72140408

39 72I 10622 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 162 73680400

4I 175558 Keeper, Belt Idler 163 74780418

47 127783 Pulley Idler, V-Groove 165 I65823

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 168 I7490510

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 168 165492

50 72110612 Bolt Cart 3/8-18 × I-I/2 169 165580

5I STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-18uoc 170 178394

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/18-I8 une 197 169613

53 105710X Link, Clutch 198 169593

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 202 72110614

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-18 × 1-1/4 212 145212

57 160855 V-Belt

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span

6I 17120614 Screw. 3/8-18×.875

62 8883R Cover, Pedal

68 175410 Pulley, Engine

173937 Bolt He;< 7/I6-20 × 4 Gr. 5-1.5

STD551143 Washer

154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

134883 Keeper Belt Engine

109502X Spacer

I21749X Washer 25/32 × 1-1/4 × 16 Ga.

STD581075 E-Ring

I23583X Key, Square

I21748X Washer 25/32 × 1-5/8 × 16 Ga

2228M Key Woodruff

131488 Arm Shift

I65594 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered

I65711 Spring Torsion

19171218 Washer I7/32 × 3/4 × I6 Ga.

166229 Link Transaxle

150360 Nut Lock Center 1/4-20

I58391X428 C_nsole, Shift

Nut Self-Thd Wsh-hd I/4 Zinc

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x I 0 Ga.

Strap Torque 90 Degrees

Bolt Rdod Sqneck 3/8-I 8 × 125

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-18

Bolt He;<FLGHD 5/18-I8 x Gr. 5

Spacer Retainer

Washer I3/32 × 2 x I 0 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/18 ID x 1I25

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Shift

Bolt Rdod Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5

Nut Crownloek 1/4-20 une

Bolt He;<Fin 1/4-20 une x I Gr. 5

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 × 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-I 8 × .56I

Plate Fastening

Keeper Belt T/A

Nyliner Snap-In 5/81D

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .I05' Hyd

Bolt Cart Sh 3/8-I6 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

Nut He;<Fig. Lock

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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58

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 I39788 Steering Wheel

2 175131 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL

3 I69840 Spindle Aasembly_ LH.

4 I69839 Spindle Aasembly_ R.H.

5 8268H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 I21748X Washer 25/32 ;<1-5/8 ;<16 Ga.

7 I92720I 8 Washer 27/32 ;< 1-1/4 ;<16 Ga.

8 12000029 Ring Klip

93368R Bearing, Steering Cx>lumn

10 175121 Dra.glink

11 I0040600 Washer, Lock

12 73940800 Nut He;<Jam Toplock I/2-20 unf

13 136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hexflange Lock

17 I80641 Shaft Assembly, Steering

26 I26847X Bushing, Link, Drag

28 19131418 Washer I3/32;<7/8;<I6Ga.

29 17000612 Screw 3/8-18;<3/4

30 STD581210 Pin

32 I30485 Rod, Tie

36 155099 Bushing, Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 139769 Insert, Steering Wheel

39 I9183812 Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8

40 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

41 I86737 Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 I45054x428 Boot, Steering Shaft

43 I21749X Washer 25/32 ;<1-1/4 ;< I6 Ga

44 I80640 Extension Shaft Steering

46 I21232X Cap, Spindle

47 183226 Fitting, Grease

51 73540400 Nut Crownloek 1/4-28

54 71130420 Bolt He;< 1/4-28 unf ;<1-1/4 Gr. 8

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 721106I 8 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-I/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm

82 I69835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

85 133835 Fastner Christmas Tree

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

91 175553 Clip Steering

95 I88987 Washer Hardened

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

33

31

33

29

\

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I

Spark Arrester

81

14

13 4

23

engine-b&lcyl 17

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 170545

217720408

4137352

13 165291

14 148456

16 STD551237

23 169837

29 137180

3I 184900

32 140527

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Control, Throttle 33 I23487X

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 37 I37040

I/4-20;<5/8 38 181654

Engine, (See Breakdown) Briggs 40 I24028X

Model No. 31C707-0230-E1 44 17670412

Muffler

Gasket 45 17000612

Tube Drain Oil Easy 46 19091416

Washer 72 I83906

Shield BrniDbr Guard 78 I7060620

Arrestor, Spark 81 73510400

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly Fuel

DESCRIPTION

Clamp, Hose

Line, Fuel

Plug, Drain Oil Easy

Bushing Snap

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.

Roll. I/4-20 × 3/4

Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-I6 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x I 8 Ga.

Screw Socket Head 5/16-I 8 × 1

Screw 3/8-18 x I-I/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

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

1 inch =254 mm

40

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DECALS

I4

875_

4

1I

I6

I5

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 158368

2 186377

3 184728

4 179128

5 184729

6 133644

7 189263

8 138047

9 184899

10 149518

1I 156439

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Decal Fender Opr. Inst. 12 184730

Decal, HP Engine 13 146046

Decal, Hood RH 14 I86787

Decal, Deck 15 I60396

Decal, Hood LH 16 172331

Decal, Customer Maintenance - - I38311

Decal, Replacement - - I84310X428

Decal, Battery - - 184311X428

Decal, Fender - - 189251

Decal, Battery, DngdPsn Eng - - 189252

Decal, Danger Fender EngiSpan

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Side Panel

Decal, V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor

Decal, Panel Dash

Decal, V-Belt Sch

Decal, Deck Heavy Duty

Decal, Lift Handle

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Owner's Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES

2_5,8 4,10

11

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

59192 Valve Cap, Tire

85139 Stem, Valve

I06222X Tire, Front

59904 Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service item Only)

I06732X624 Rim, Front

278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

I06108X624 Rim, Rear

I06268X Tire, Rear

7152J Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service item Only)

I04757X428 Cap, Axle

I44334 Sealant, Tire 10 oz.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches I inch = 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

7

5

13

6

3

2

65

19

13

13----_

32 /

13

19

20 2O

15

lift-rh, 1piece_3

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 159460 Lift Lever inner Wire Assembly 15 173288

2 15947I Shaft Assembly_ Lift 16 73350800

3 105767X Pin, Groove 17 175689

4 12000002 E-Ring 18 73800800

519211621 Washer 21/32 x I ;<21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylon 19 139868

7 12563IX Grip, Handle, Fluted 20 163552

8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 31 169865

1I 139865 Link, Lift, L.H. 32 73540600

12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

DESCRIPTION

Link, Front

Nut, Hex, Jam I/2-13 unc

Trunnion

Loeknut, He;<,with Washer Insert

1/2-I3 uric

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Retainer Spring

Bearing, Pvt, Lilt

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

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

I inch = 254 mm

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MOWER DECK

67

185

10

68

56

f

19 21

4_ D man-t-palh sift 3

\2

16

10_

9---"

18

_8 _

s_' 103 105

106" _102 p, /

_o5"_,IF ill I_

lo4.'_1 fy II I

lo3 _ \/_F ///

lo,i_ j'°4 106

21

23 24

27

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

8

9

10

1I

13

14

15

18

18

19

20

2I

23

24

25

28

27

28

29

30

3I

32

33

34

38

40

44

45

48

165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42' 48 I33944

STD533107 Bolt 52 139888

138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 53 I84907

Front 54 178515

165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42 _ eek 55 I55046

STD824008 Retainer Spring 56 165723

178024 Bar Sway Deck 59 I41043

850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 67 I49846

STD55I I37 Washer, Lock 68 144959

140298 Washer, Hardened 92 73800600

(The following blades are 10I I36420

available) 102 71081010

134149 Blade, 42" Mulching STD (For 103 19061218

mulching mowers only) 104 10071000

139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium 105 160793

(For better wear when mulching) 106 2029J

138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift (For bagging or 129 19131312

discharging) 130 74780618

137645 Shaft AssembIz Mandrel, 13I 72140608

Vented 142 165890

128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 143 157109

110485X Bearing Ball, Mandrel 144 158834

174493 Stripper, Mower Deck 145 I65888

72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/I8-I8x5/8 148 171977

132827 Bolt, Shoulder 147 131335

159770 Battle, Vortex 148 I69022

STD541431 NutCrownlockSi16-18unc 149 165898

177563 Bracket, Deflector 150 I90912I 8

105304X Cap, Sleeve 152 169676

123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 158 17720408

110452X Nut, Push 159 72140614

130968)(428 Shield, Deflector

19111016 Washer 11/32x5/ax18Ga.

131491 Rod Hinge

173984 Screw Thdrol DOD PT Hex

187690 Washer, Spacer

153535 Pullez Mandrel

178342 Nut, Toploek, Flanged

STD533717 Bolt

131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat

73900600 Nut Lock Fig 3/8-18 uoc

140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH.

STD824003 Retainer

137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8

184 19131410

185 I88234

- - I30794

169583

Washer, Hardened

Bolt, Shoulder 5/18-I8 une

Arm Assembly, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16

Mulcher Cover

Screw Pan Hd Phillips I0-24 x 5/8

Washer #10

Washer, Lock # 10

Latch Assembly_ Bagger

Nut, Weld

Washer I3/32 x 13/I6 x 12 Ga.

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-I6 uric x1 Gr. 5

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uoc x 1

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42 _

Keeper Belt 42 Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x I 8 Ga.

Cable Clutch 42 In

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn

3/8-I6 Unex I 3/4

Washer I3/32 x 7/8 x I0 Ga.

Head Asm. Cable Clutch

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

housing, shaft and shaft hardware

only-pulley not included)

Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately mul-

chef cover components key nos.

101 - 106)

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

I inch = 25.4 mm

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DANA TRANSAXLE - -MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

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22 2. _.-7

24

59

56

//

47

48

62

/63 6_

/

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60

/

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43*

52

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DANA TRANSAXLE - -MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 170981 Housing Upper 40 I20472X

2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 41 I05928X

3 134400 Ball, Detent 42 170988

4 105904X Spring, Detect 43 134394

5 160940 Screw, Tapping, No 10-24 X 44 I20473X

482 45 I42678

6 138235 Assy, Kit Shifter 46 143897

7 108727X V-Ring 47 I24841X

8148266 Bearing Flange 48 I06589X

9148269 Seal, Oil 49 I20408X

10 2225J Ring, Retaining 50 I05937X

1I 134793 *Assy, Kit, Shim, .625 Shaft 51 2228J

12 148268 Bearing, Flange

13 120415X Washer, Plain, .632 X1.38 X 52 134401

.048 53 2264J

14 142674 Key, Woodruff, No. 9

15 170983 Assy, Kit, Input Shaft 54 I60946

18 170988 Pinion, Bevel I2T 55 170990

17 105909X Ring, Retaining 56 160948

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 57 110071X

19 180942 Cover, Detent 58 I20952X

20 160943 Gear, Spur, 1 2T 59 170991

2I 148267 Collar, Clutch 60 160950

22 138236 Assy, Kit, Clutch Keys 61 170992

23 73810500 Nut, Look, 5/16-24 62 7294J

24 142676 Shaft, Intermediate 63 I08989X

25 2244J Key, Woodruff, No 6I 64 I60952

28 105918X Ring, Retaining 65 I20954X

27 12047OX Sprocket, 1 8T 66 160953

28 110070X Spacer, 1 I31 X 145X .494 67 138244

29 142677 Gear, Spur, 37T 68 I08996X

30 142681 Gear, Spur, 35T

3I 124644X Gear, Spur, 3OT 69 160954

32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25T 70 I20951X

33 120408X Gear, Spur, 22T 71 I74256

34 134796 Gear, Spur, 19T 72 I20416X

35 105925X Washer, Plain, .640 X 1.37 X

.06I

38 2228J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.OOX

.048

37 170987 Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.OOX

03I

38 174255 Assy, Gear, Comb., I2T & 3OT

39 124639X Shaft, Idler ** Order Key No I5.

Spacer, .633 X.87 X 755

Sprocket, 9T

Gear, Bevel, 38T

* Assy. K_t,Shim, .750 Shaft

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, I2T

Gear, Spur, I5"1"

Gear, Spur, 20"1"

Gear, Spur, 25"1"

Gear, Spur, 28"1"

Gear, Spur, 31T

Washer, Plain, 832 X 1.00 X

.060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain, 758 X 1.25 X

031

A×le, LH

Gear, Miter, 1 2T_Splined

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32T

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 1 2T_ Idler

A×le, RH

Housing, Lower

Disc, Brake

Spacer, Brake Puck

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Tapping 5/18-I8 X 2.35

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain, 32I X 1.00 X

.055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Puck, Friction

Washer, Anti Rotation

Grease

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

* Use in various combinations to maintain proper

clearances.

*** Silicone Sealant to be applied between Upper and

Lower Housings (use Loetite Ultra Gray Silicone

5699 or equivalent).

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1

2_ 27

307

3@

358 ENGFNE GASKET SET

12 868

943 O

20@ 5170 1022

51 691

842 O

524

1019 LABEL KFT

1058 OWNER'S MANUAL

[ 1036 EMFSSION LABEL ]

150

434

24 0

741 @

584_

9_

1264_

758_ 1270

4J

12

20

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1

1022

238 ®

85

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

017 0 1022

868

54_D e54 @

1022

914

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267'_,

1119_

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1

142_ 117

_1o6

105 _1

137 O

276 I_)

95o_

231

1091

108A _

634A_-_

118

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4311 1266AO

12660

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

104 _ 127_ 231_

51 276(_

105 € 137

g 63_...e

93_ 1668 1_2 6170

95e 117_

9871_

1266 0

1266A O

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1

305A

643 1265

_9_ 801

803_ 3101

5o_579.,[_,_

4621797_

802 _-_

729

697 *"

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BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1697174 Cylinder Assembly 118 697492

2399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 12I 697241

3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 125 697190

4 697106 Sump-Engine 127 695005

5 698147 Head-Cylinder 130 691750

7 692410 -+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 13I 494379

9 697109 • Gasket-Breather 13,3 494381

10 697157 Screw (Breather Assembly) 137 28I I65

1I 697113 Tube-Breather 14I 495097

12 697110 • Gasket-Crankcase 14IA 495931

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 142 697140

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 146 691639

16 697127 Crankshaft 186 692317

20 690947 + Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 187 69I 050

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover/Sump)

23 693557 Flywheel 188 69I 693

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 192 69I 986

25 697159 Piston Assembly (Standard) 202 69I 841

697160 Piston Assembly (.OlO" Over- 209 692208

size) 216 69I 840

697162 Piston Assembly (.020" Over- 222 694042

size) 227 69I 374

697163 Piston Assembly (.030" Over- 23I 69I 636

size) 232 69I 842

26 697164 Ring Set (Standard) 238 69I 843

697165 Ring Set (.010' Oversize) 240 394358

69717I Ring Set (.020' Oversize) 265 69I 024

697172 Ring Set (.030 Oversize) 267 695134

27 697100 Lock-Piston Pin 276 692255

28 697099 Pin-Piston 304 698402

29 697126 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 305 697102

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 305A 697103

3,3 495856 Valve-Exhaust 306 697107

34 495857 Valve-Intake 307 691003

35 691279 Spring-Valve (Intake) 309 693551

36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 309A ........

37 697352 Guard-Flywheel

40 69I 752 Retainer-Valve

43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 310 690323

45 690564 Tappet-Valve 311 497608

46 697687 Camshaft 31IA 395538

48 697761 Short Block (3IC707-0230-E2 33,3 492341

Replacement Engine-art 334 69I 061

not available) 337 49I 055

50 690193 Manifold-Intake 358 697191

5I 692137.0_+ Gasket-Intake 363 19203

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor)

54 69I 148 Screw (Intake Manifold) RPM Settings:

73 697384 Screen-Rotating

74 697987 Screw (Rotating Screen)

75 690582 Washer (Flywheel)

78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard)

93 690602 O Bushing-Throttle Shaft

94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture

95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve)

98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed

104 690525 O Pin-Float Hinge

105 281855 O Valve-Float Needle

106 690577 O Seat-Inlet

108 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Marie)

117 694352 O Jet-Main (Standard)

o

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Carburetor

Plug-Welch

Valve-Throttle

Kit-Throttle Shaft

Float-Carburetor

Gasket- Float Bowl

Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A Matie)

Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing

Connector-Hose

Line-Fuel (Cut to Required

Length)

Screw (Control Bracket)

Adjuster-Rocker Arm

Link-Mechanical Governor

Spring-Governor

Link-Choke

Bracket-Control

Lever-Governor Control

Screw (Choke Valve)

Spring-Governor

Cap-Valve

Filter-Fuel

Clamp-Casing

Screw (Casing Clamp)

Washer-Sealing

Housing-Blower

Screw (Blower Housing)

Screw (Blower Housing)

Shield-Cylinder

Screw (Cylinder Shield)

Motor-Starter

Motor-Starter (For Replacement

Starter Motor,

See Reference 309)

Bolt (Starter Motor)

Brush Set

Brush Set

Armature-Magneto

Screw (Magneto Armature)

Plug-Spark

Gasket Set-Engine

Flywheel Puller

Low Speed: 1900-2I 0O

High Speed: 3000-3200

•Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. NO.358

OIncluded in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No 12I

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No 977

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273370

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 85I 692424

404 69I 69I Washer (Governor Crank) 868 690968

43I 697122 Elbow-Intake 878 495877

445 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 877 393456

482 69126I Washer (Starter Cable) 898 89I 841

474 696459 Alternator 914 690960

503 691532 Strap-Starter 947 694393

505 69125I Nut (Governor _ntrol Lever) 950 89I 857

5I O 693699 Drive-Starter 967 897015

510A 497606 Drive-Starter 968 898403

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 975 495933

523 697088 Dipstick 977 890192

524 691032 • SeaI-DipsIick Tube 987 891326

525 697184 Tube-Dipstick 1005 897853

544 692034 Starter-Armature 1019 897143

544#, 390837 Starter-Armature 1022 272475

552 697144 Bushing-Governor Crank 1023 892492

562 69I 119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1026 892003

579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) .... 892011

584 697112 Cover- Breather Passage 1029 891751

60I 95162 Clamp-Hose 1034 890822

614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1038 895700

618 692012 Crank-Governor 1040 898368

617 692138 O, Seal-O Ring (intake Manifold) 1044 891858

634 690801 O Spring/Seal Assembly (Manual 105I 891265

Choke) 1058 275038

634A 690802 O Spring/Seal Assembly (Choke 1070 890372

A Matic) 1083 891826

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1083#.890958

643 698401 Retainer-Air Filter

654 690958 Nut(Carburetor) 1090 891293

69I 692407 • Seal-Governor Shaft 109I 891333

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1095 890190

718 690959 Pin-Locating 1119 891183

729 691224 Clip-Wire 1283 897124

74I 697128 Gear-Timing 1264 897104

757 697607 Link-Counterweight 1265 897125

758 697134 Counterweight 1288 891917

759 697392 Pin-Counterweight 1288A897123

783 693713 Gear-Pinion 1267 897575

783A 693059 Gear-Pinion 1270 897156

789 698329 Harness-Wiring 1279 690960

797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)

80I 691283 Cap-Drive RPM Settings:

8OIA 394858 Cap-Drive

802 691288 Cap-End

802A 395537 Cap-Eed

803 693757 Housing-Starter

803#. 398159 Housing-Starter

830 69I 095 Stud (Rocker Arm)

842 691031 ,, Seal-O Ring (OipstickTube)

847 697611 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

Terminal-Spark Plug

•+ Seal-Valve

Kit-Pinion Spring

Wire-Connector/AIternafor

Pin-Drive Retainer

Screw (Rocker Cover)

Solenoid-Fuel

Screw (Float Bowl)

Filter-Pre Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

Bowl-Float

Gasket Set-Carbu retor

O Seal-Throttle Shaft

Fan-Flywheel

Kit-Label

•+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-Rocker Arm

Rod-Push (Intake)

Rod-Push (Exhaust)

Arm-Rocker

Guide-Push Rod

Label-Emission

Plate-Trim

Screw (Flywheel)

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Screw (Flywheel Fan)

Nut (Starter Terminal)

Nut (Starter Terminal)

.O

O

Retainer-Brush

Cap-Umiter

Gasket Set-Valve

Screw (Alternator)

Reed-Breather

Screw (Breather Reed)

Support-Blower Housing

SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)

SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)

Latch-Blower Housing

Plug-AVS Counterweight

Screw (Blower Housing Support)

Low Speed: 1900-2I O0

High Speed: 3000-3200

•Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.I21

included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No 977

+ Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key No. I095

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to atree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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