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Owner's Manual

CRI FTSMIIN°
T
18.0 H P, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.273396

differently
built engines.
Before operates
you start the
his product fromhaspreviously
a low emission
engine which
engine,
read and understand
this Owner's
Manual.

For answers

to your questions

Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before

this product,

Call:

operating this equipment.

Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

1°800°659°5917

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

about

Warranty .................................................
Safety Rules ...........................................
Product Specifications
............................
Assembly/Pre-Operation
........................
Operation ..............................................
Maintenance
Schedule .........................

2
3
6
8
11
17

Maintenance

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

Service and Adjustments
......................
21
Storage .................................................
27
Troubleshooting
....................................
28
Repair Parts ..........................................
32
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 convenience,
IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, 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:
o 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
o Tire replacement
or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
o 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.
o Repairs necessary
because of operator negligence,
including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical
damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper
grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debris,
or failure to maintain the equipment
according
to the instructions
contained
in the
owner's manual.
o Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined
to be contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its purchase date.
o Normal deterioration
and wear of the exterior finishes, or product
o Riding equipment
used for commercial
or rental purposes.

label replacement.

LIMITED WARRANTY
ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship
and our testing determines
the battery
will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.
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 available 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 warranty gives you specific
vary, from state to state.
Sears,

Roebuck

this product

legal rights,

and Co.,Dept.817WA,

is within the United

States.

and you may also have other

Hoffman

Estates,

IL 60179

rights, which

IMPORTANT:This cutting machineis capableof amputatinghands andfeet and throwing objects.Failureto observethe following safetyinstructionscould resultin serious
injury or death.
_IWARNING: In order to preventaccidentatstarting when settingup, transporting,adjustingor making repairs,
alwaysdisconnectspark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
_I_WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in
neutral,you may losecontrol of the tractor.
_IWARNING: Towonly the attachments
that are recommendedby and complywith
specificationsof the manufacturerof your
tractor.Use commonsensewhen towing.
Operateonly at the lowestpossiblespeed
when on a slope. Tooheavyof a load,
while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can
losetraction with the ground and cause
you to lose controlof your tractor,
_IWARNmNG:Engineexhaust,some of
its constituents,and certainvehicle componentscontain or emit chemicals known
to the State of Californiato causecancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
_:_IWARNING:Batteryposts,terminals
and related accessoriescontain lead and
lead compounds,chemicals knownto the
Stateof Californiato cause cancerand
birth defects or other reproductiveharm.
Wash hands after handling.
L GENERAL OPERATION
o Read, understand,and follow all instructions in the manualand on the machine
beforestarting.
o Only allow responsibleadults,who are
familiarwith the instructions,to operate
the machine.
o Clear the areaof objectssuch as rocks,
toys,wire, etc., which could be picked
up and thrownby the blade.
o Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machineif anyone
enters the area.
o Nevercarry passengers.
o Do not mow in reverseunless absolutely necessary.Always lookdown and
behind beforeandwhile backing.

° Be awareof the mowerdischargedirection and do not point it at anyone. Do
not operate the mowerwithout either
the entiregrass catcheror the guard in
place.
Slowdown beforeturning.
Neverleave a runningmachine unattended. Alwaysturn off blades,set
parkingbrake, stop engine, and remove
keys beforedismounting.
o Turn off bladeswhen not mowing.
o Stop engine beforeremovinggrass
catcheror uncloggingchute.
o Mowonly in daylightor good artificial
light.
o Do not operate the machinewhile under
the influenceof alcoholor drugs.
o Watchfor traffic when operatingnearor
crossing roadways.
° Use extra care when loadingor unloadingthe machineinto a traileror
truck.
° Data indicatesthat operators,age 60
years and above,are involvedin a large
percentageof riding mower-relatedinjuries. These operatorsshould evaluate
their ability to operatethe riding mower
safelyenoughto protect themselvesand
others from serious injury.
Keepmachinefree of grass, leavesor
other debris build-upwhich can touch
hot exhaust/ engine parts and burn. Do
not allow the mower deck
or other debris which can
up to occur. Clean any oil
spillage before operating
machine.
Allow machine
storage.
H. SLOPE

to plow leaves
cause buildor fuel
or storing the
to cool before

OPERATmON

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

DO:
o Mow up and down slopes, not across.
o Removeobstaclessuch as rocks,tree
limbs, etc.
o Watchfor holes,ruts, or bumps. Uneventerrain could overturnthe machine.
Taft grass can hide obstacles.
o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
o Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.
o Use extra care with grass catchers or
other attachments.
These can change
the stability of the machine.
o Keep all movement
on the slopes slow
and gradual
Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction.
o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction,
disengage
the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
DO NOT:
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
o 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.

o Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
o Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
o Do not use grass catcher on steep
slopes.
HI. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Neverassume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
o Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible
adult.
o Be alert and turn machine
enter the area.

off if children

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

o Never carry children.
They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
o Never allow children to operate the
machine.
o Use extra care when approaching
blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.

inV.SERVmCE
o 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.
o Never run a machine inside a closed
area.

o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment
bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
o Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
o Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
o Stop and inspect the equipment
if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
o Never make adjustments
or repairs with
the engine running.
o 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.
o Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
o Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.

o Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing.Stop machineif anyone
enters the area.
o Nevercarry passengersor children
evenwith the bladesoff.
o Do not mow in reverseunless absom
lutely necessary.Always lookdown and
behind beforeandwhile backing.
o Nevercarry children.They may fall off
and be seriously injuredor interferewith
safe machineoperation.
o Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea
and underthe watchfulcare of another
responsibleadult.
o Be alert and turn machineoff if children
enter the area.
o Beforeand when backing, look behind
and down for smallchildren.
o Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not
across.

o Removeobstacles such as rocks,tree
limbs,etc.
o Watchfor holes,ruts, or bumps.Uneven
terrain could overturnthe machine.Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
o Use slow speed.Choosea low gear
so that you will not haveto stop or shift
while on the slope.
o Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope. If
tires losetraction, disengagethe blades
and proceedslowly straightdown the
slope.
o If machinestops while going uphill,
disengage blades,shift into reverseand
backdown slowly.
o Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
andthen, turn slowlyand gradually
downhill,if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATmONS
GasolineCapacity1.25 Unleaded
and Type:
Regular
Oil Type
SAE 30 (above32°F)
'APFSG-SL):

SAE 5W-30(below

Oil Capacity:

W/Filter 3.5 Pints
W/O Filter 3.0 Pints

Spark
(Gap:

Champion

Plug:
.030")

32°F

RC12YC

Forward:
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
Reverse:

1.1
1.4
2.2
3.3
4.4
4.9
1.4

Tire Pressure:

Front:
Rear:

14 PSI
t2 PSI

Charging

3 Amps
5 Amps

Ground
(MPH):

Speed

System:

Battery:

Blade

Battery
Headlights

Amp/Hr:
Min. CCA:
Case Size:
Bolt Torque:

27-35

28
230
U1R

Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of
a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience
any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact a
Sears or other qualified service center.
We have competent,
well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions
will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY
RULES".

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBmLmES

* Read and observe the safety rules.
, Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.
, Follow the instructions
under"Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_bWARNING:
This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion
engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered
or
grass-covered
land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable
local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained
in effective working
order by the operator.

In the state of California

the above

is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available through your nearest
Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).

REPAmR PROTECTmON
Congratulations
on making a smart pup
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 profesional 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 maintenance check.
° Fast help by phonephone support
from a Sears technician
on products
requiring in-home repair, plus convenient 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 appointment 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 1-800-827-665&

SEARS

mNSTALLATmON

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®

Steering

Wheel

Steering
Wheel Insert

(1) Large Flat Washer

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

[__
I

(1) Locknut

1/2-20

1/4-28

Steering
Extension

Steering
Wheel
Adapter
I

(1) Locknut

Steering
Boot

Shaft

Seat

@
_(1)

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

(1) Oil Drain Tube
For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Slope

Sheet

Video

Cassette

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
REQUmRED
ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench
easier. Standard
are listed below.

FOR
--1/2

set will make assembly
wrench sizes you need

(1) 3/4" wrench
(2) 7/16" wrench
(1) Tire pressure

Hex Nut

.__

Large Flat
Washer

(1) Pliers
(1) Utility knife
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
CARTON
UNPACK
1.
2.

FROM

CARTON

1/4 Locknut

Remove all accessible
loose parts and
parts boxes from carton.
Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels flat.
Check for any additional loose parts or
cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVmNG TRACTOR
FROM SKmD
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
ASSEMBLE
BOOT
1.

EXTENSION

Slide extension

SHAFT

AND

shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 1/4
hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.
IMPORTANT:
Tighten bolt and nut securely to 10-12 ft. Ibs torque.
2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab
slots in dash and push down to secure.
INSTALL
3.

STEERING

WHEEL

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.

_¢_

; _-_::::_--1/4

Lower

bl:eerlng

Shaft 1>/

_'_ _'_.. _ -

] ""
....

Hex Bolt

..----q

. __'-Tab
. - _,_

Slots

Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
8. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT:
Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.
HOW

TO SET

INSTALL

UP YOUR

TRACTOR

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.
Place seat on seat pan so head of
shoulder bolts are positioned
over the
large slotted holes in pan.
Push down on seat to engage shoulder
bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear
of tractor.

5, Pivot seat and pan forwardand assemble adjustmentknoband flat
washer loosely.Do not tighten.
6, Lower seat into operatingpositionand
sit in seat.
7, Slide seat until a comfortableposition
is reachedwhich allowsyou to press
clutch/brakepedal all the way down,
8, Get off seat without movingits adjusted position,
9, Raise seat and tightenadjustment
knob securely,
Seat

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
Operation
function
1.

2.
3.
4.
5.

Adjustment Knob i
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 instructions).
Seat

Label

Terminal

section

for

SKmD

mocation

(See
and

of controls)
po-

Release parking brake by depressing
clutch!brake
pedal.
Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
position.
Roll tractor forward off skid.
Remove banding
shield up against

Operation

Flat Washer

OFF

Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment
lift lever to its highest
sition.

TO DRIVE
Shoulder
Bolts

TRACTOR

function

holding
tractor.

TRACTOR
section

OFF
for

deflector
SKmD (See

mocation

and

of controms)

_WARNING:
Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions
in the
Operation section of this manual. Be sure
tractor is in a well-ventilated
area. Be sure
the area in front of tractor is clear of other
people and objects.
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 position.
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 gearshift lever to Ist gear.
8. Slowly release clutch/brake
pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.
9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place gearshift lever in
neutral position.
10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.
Continue with the instructions
that follow.

mNSTALLMULCHER PLATE

CHECK
OF ALL

(ff previousmy removed)
1.
2.

3.
4.

Raise and hold deflector shield in
upright position.
Place front of mulcher plate over front
of mower deck opening and slide into
place, as shown.
Hook front latch into hole on front of
mower deck.
Hook rear latch into hole on back of
mower deck.

_f;_,CAUTION:
Do not remove
shield from mower.
Deflector
Shield

CHECK

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.

PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovednflated 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.
DECK

LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled.
See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"
in the Service
and Adjustments

section

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 tightened securely.
,/All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear
for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
,/Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
While learning how to use your tractor, pay
extra attention to the following important
items:
,/Engine oil is at proper level.
,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.
,/Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

DISCHARGING

CHECK

SYSTEM

,/CHECKLIS

Latch
Hooks

CHECKTmRE

BRAKE

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted.
See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments
section of
this manual.

deflector

BAGGmNG

POSmTmON

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

Mulcher
Plate

TO CONVERTTO

FOR PROPER
BELTS

of this manual.

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

or in literature

supplied

I\1

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

CHOKE

FAST

G
ENGINE OFF

(:::}:--LIGHTS ON

ENGINE ON

with the product.

SLOW

IGNITION

0
ENGINE START

PARKING

BRAKE

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

PARKING BRAKE
UNLOCKED

oi
FUEL

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

OIL PRESSURE

BATTERY

REVERSE

FORWARD

MOWER

HEIGHT

MOWER LIFT

®@@@@
AI-rACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY

KEEP AREA CLEAR
(SEE SAFETY

SLOPE HAZARDS
RULES SECTION)

DANGER
if not avoided,
will result indicatesa
in death orhazard
seriouswhich,
injury.

FREE WHEEL
(Automatic Models only)

&
Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or
death. The safety alert symbol
is used to identify safety information about hazards which can
result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.

WARNING
hazard
which,
if not avoided,
could resultindicates
in deatha or
serious
injury.
CAUTION
a hazard
which, ifinjury.
not avoided,
might resultindicates
in minor
or moderate
CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,
indicates a situation that could result in damage
to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicatesa hazard which,
,_hlll/lll_llh_, 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.

KNOW YOU R 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.

Attachment
Clutch Lever

ignition Switch

Light Switch
Position

Ammeter
Lift Lever
Plunger

-Throttle/Choke
Control

Attachment
Lift Lever

Height
Adjustment
Lever

Clutch/Brake
Pedal

Parking Brake Lever

Gearshift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards
American
National Standards
Institute.

of the

AMMETER
- Indicates charging (+) or
discharging
(-) of battery.
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH
LEVER - Used

IGNmTmON SWITCH - Used for starting and
stopping the engine.
LmFT LEVER PLUNGER
_ Used to release

to engage the mower blades, or other at m
tachments
mounted to your tractor.
ATTACHMENT
UFT LEVER - Used to
raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or
other attachments
mounted to your tractor.
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL - Used for
dedutcMng
and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT
LEVER _ Selects the speed
and direction of tractor.

attachment
lift lever when changing its
position.
LIGHT SWITCH POSmTION mTurns the
headlights
on and off.
PARKmNG BRAKE LEVER _ Locks clutch/
brake pedal into the brake position.
THROTTLEICHOKE
CONTROL
_ Used
for starting and controlling
engine speed.

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

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

TO SET PARKmNG CRAKE
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 tractor secure.

tractor is standing idle with the engine
running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning"
of grass. To eliminate
this possibility, always stop engine when
stopping tractor on grass areas.
_CAUTION:
Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving
the operator's
position.
TO USE THROTTLE

Attachment Clutch Lever
"Engaged: Position

Always operate engine at full throttle.
o Operating engine at less than fuji
throttle reduces the battery charging
rate.

nition Key
,"Disengaged"
Position

Throttle/
Choke
Control

o Full throttle offers the best bagging
mower performance.

Parking Brake
"Engaged"
Position

Clutch/
Brake
Pedal

"Brake"
Position

Lever

STOPPING
MOWER

BLADES

o To stop mower blades, move attachment
clutch lever to "DISENGAGED"
position.
GROUND
DRWE -

TO ADJUST

o To stop ground drive, depress clutch!
brake pedal all the way down.
o Move gearshift
lever to neutral (N)
position.
ENGINE o Move throttle
NOTE: Failure

and

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
The direction and speed of movement is
controlled by the gearshift lever.
1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral
(N) position.
2. Move gearshift lever to desired position.
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.

Gearshift
"Disengaged"
Position

CONTROL

MOWER

CUTTING

HEIGHT

The position of the attachment
lift lever
determines
the cutting height.
o Grasp lift lever.
o Press plunger with thumb and move
lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approximately 1-t/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights
are approximate
and may vary depending
upon soil conditions,
height of grass and
types of grass being mowed.

control to slow position.
to move throttle control

to slow position and allowing engine to
idle before stopping may cause engine to
"backfire".
o Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and
remove key. Always remove key when
leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized
use,

o Never use choke to stop engine.

o The average lawn should be cut to ap m
proximately
2ml/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.
o 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

o If slowing is necessary, move throttle
control lever to slower position.
o If stopping is absolutely necessary,
push
clutch/brake
pedal quickly to brake posim
tion and engage parking brake.
o Move gearshift
lever to 1st gear. Be
sure you have allowed room for tractor
to roll slightly as you restart movement.
o To restart movement,
slowly release
parking brake and clutch!brake
pedal.
o Make all turns slowly.

MOWER

TO TRANSPORT
o Raise attachment lift to highest position
with attachment lift control.
o When pushing or towing your tractor,
be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N)
position.
o 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 a trailer, be sure hood is closed and
secured to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,
etc.).

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,

_ICAUTmON:
Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield in place,

TOWmNG CARTS
MENTS

OTHER

ATTACH-

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

TO OPERATE

AND

STARTmNG
ENGINE

THE

ENGmNE

OraL 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, remove and read oil level. If necessary,
add oil until "FULL:' mark on dipstick is
reached.
Do not overfill.

ON HmLLS

_IIWARNING:
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.
o Choose the slowest speed before starb
ing up or down hills.
o Avoid stopping or changing speed on
hills,

o For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See the
oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance
section of this manual).
o To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.

ADD

GASOLmNE

* 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 quantities that can be used within 30 days to
assure fuel freshness,

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

,I_ICAUTION:
Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame,
IMPORTANT:
When operating in temperatures 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 separation and formation of acids during storage,
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage. To avoid
engine problems, the fuel system should
be emptied before storage of 30 days
or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor
are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season.
See Storage Instructions
for
additional information,
Never use engine
or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent
damage may occur,

WARM
above)

position

WEATHER

and retry.
STARTING

(50 ° F and

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
below)
6.

STARTING

( 50 ° F and

When engine starts, leave throttle
control in choke position until engine
warms up and begins to run roughly.
Once rough running begins, immediately 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 during 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).

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,

MOWING

TIPS

MULCHING

MOWING

TIPS

o Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance.
See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"
in the

IMPORTANT:
For best performance,
keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean after each use.

Service and Adjustments
section of this
manual.
o The left hand side of mower should be

o The special mulching blade will recut
the grass clippings many times and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into
the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade
quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.
o 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, reduce your width of cut on each pass and
mow slowly.

used for trimming.
o 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.
o 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.

MAX 1/3
00272

o If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings.
Make first cut relatively high; the second
to the desired height.
o Do not mow grass when it is wet.
Wet grass will plug mower and leave
undesirable
clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.
o 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.
o When operating attachments,
select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance
of the attachment being used.

o Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings.
When doing a second cut, mow across (perpendicular)
to
the first cut path.
o 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.

.AINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

/__ERVICEDATES

Check Tire
BrakePressure
Operation
Check

Check Operator Presence
Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace

Lubrication

Check Battery

Clean

Mower

and
if

I_s

Blades

Chart

Level

Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle

Cooling

Check V-Belts

Check Engine

Oil Level

Change

Engine

Oil (with oil filter)

Engine

Oil (without

Change

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect

Replace

oil filter)

_1,2

Arrester

Oil Filter (If equipped)
Cooling

_1,2

Fins

Replace

Spark Plug

Replace

Air Filter Paper Cartridge

1_2

Replace

Fuel Filter

1 - Change
more often when operating
in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating

GENERAL

1_1,2

1_2

Muffler/Spark

Clean Engine

under

a heavy

in dirty or dusty

load

LUBRICATION

RECOMMENDATIONS

@Front Wheel
Bearing
Zerk

@Engine

CHART
--

@ S_
Zerk

@ Spindle
Zerk

@Front Wheel
Bearing Zerk

(gSAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil
@General Purpose Grease
@Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

BEFORE EACH USE

3 - Replace
blades more often when mowing
in sandy soil.
4 - Not required
if equipped
with maintenance-free
battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft,-Ibs, maximum,
Do not overtighten.

conditions,

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.
o 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.
1.
2.
3.
4.

1_3

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

Check engine oil level.
Check brake operation.
Check tire pressure.
Check operator presence and
interlock systems for proper operation.
Check for loose fasteners.
17

TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when
forming any maintenance.
BRAKE OPERATmON

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.

per-

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
TIRES

section

of this manual).

o Maintain proper air pressure in all tires
(See "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual).
o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals
which can harm rubber.
o 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

Mandrel As._
Trailing
Edge Up

Center
Hole

Lock Washer
Blade Bolt
TO SHARPEN

BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend
sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade
balanced.
An unbalanced
blade will cause
excessive vibration and eventual damage
to mower and engine.
o The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a grinding wheel.
Do not attempt
to sharpen while on the mower.
o 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.
o 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.

Be sure operator presence and interlock
systems are working properly.
If your tractor does not function as described,
repair
the problem immediately.
o The engine should not start unless the
clutch/brake
pedal is fully depressed
and attachement
clutch control is in the
disengaged
position.
o When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
without first setting the parking brake
should shut off the engine.
o When the engine is running and the
attachment
clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
should shut off the engine.
o The attachment
clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat.
BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be
kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
BLADE

Blade

REMOVAL
5/8" Bolt
Pin

Raise mower to highest position to allow 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.

Blade

Center Hole

BATTERY

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity
oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.)improve
starting in
cold weather, the oils will result in im
creased oil consumption
when used above
32°E Check your engine oil level more
frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.
Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor
is not used for 50 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase
oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8)
hours of operation.
Tighten oil fill cap/
dipstick securely each time you check the
oil level.

Your tractor has a battery charging system
which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with
an automotive
charger will extend its life.
o Keep battery and terminals clean.
o Keep battery bolts tight.
o Keep small vent holes open.
o Recharge
at 6-t0 amperes for t hour.
NOTE: The odginal 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

TO CHANGE

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 petroleum jelly.
5, Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TRANSAXLE

section

ENGINE

OIL

Determine temperature
range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API
service classification
SG-SL.
o Be sure tractor is on level surface.
o Oil will drain more freely when warm.
o 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.
Remove yellow cap from end of drain
valve and install the drain tube onto the
fitting,
Oil Drain Valve

of this manual),

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 t00 hours of operation and replace
if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from
wear.

3.
4.
5.

LUBRmCATmON
Only use high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SG-SL,
Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
temperature,

6.
7.

8.
SAE

VISCOSITY

GRADES

40' 1

oil vi_cchartl

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
slightly and turning counterclockwise.
To open, pull out on the drain valve.
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.
Remove the drain tube and replace the
cap onto the end of the drain valve.
Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
For approximate
capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this
manual.
Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick
for
checking level. 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.

ENGmNE OraLFmLTER

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

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

AmR FmLTER
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 deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cam
tridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean
cartridge.

ENGmNE COOLmNG

SYSTEM

Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove blower housing and
clean area shown to prevent overheating
and engine damage.
Air Screen

Clean out chaff and debris

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create 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 carburetor, replacement
is required.
1. With engine coot, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

Cartridge

Tabs
-Slots

clamps are properly positioned.
Immediately
wipe up any spilled
line,

_
Clamp -I

gaso-

Clamp
__el

Filter

CLEANING

We do not recommend
using a garden
hose or pressure washer to clean your
tractor unless the engine and transmission 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.

° 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 automotive type wax.

WARNmNG: TO AVOID SERmOUS raNJURY, BEFORE
SERVmCE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

TO REMOVE MOWER
Mower will be easier to remove
right side of tractor.
1. Place attachment

3.
4.
5.

ANY

Depress clutch/brake
pedal fully and set parking brake.
Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
Place attachment
clutch in "DISENGAGED"
position.
Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely
stopped.
Disconnect
spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

PERFORMING

clutch

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 tractor.
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

from the

in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.
Move attachment
lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.
Roll belt off engine pulley.
Remove small retainer spring, and
remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.
Remove large retainer spring, slide
collar off and push housing guide out
of bracket.

Disconnect
anti-sway bar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring.

Raise attachment
position.

lift lever to its highest

Small Retainer Spring
Small Retainer S
Clutch Spring
Front Link
Retainer S
Anti-Sway Bar
\
Housing
Guide --

Retainer Springs
Sides)

Deflector Shield

Bracket
Large Retainer Spring

2. Slide mowerundertractorwith deflec=
tor shield to right side of tractor.
3. Lower lift leverto its lowestposition.
4. Connectfront linksto mowerdeck and
securewith retainersprings.
5. Connectsuspensionarms to rear
deck bracketsand securewith retainer
springs.
6. ConnectantFswaybar to chassis
bracketand securewith retainerspring.
7. Push clutch cable housingguide into
bracket,slide collar onto guide and
securewith large retainer spring.
8. Placeflat washer and clutch spring on
idler pulleybolt and securewith small
retainerspring.
9. Install belt onto engine pulley.
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSmNG
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 undednflated,
you will not properly adjust your mower.
SIDE=TO=SIDE ADJUSTMENT
o Raise mower to its highest position.
o At the midpoint of both sides of mower,
measure height from bottom edge of
mower to ground. Distance "A" on both
sides of mower should be the same or
within 1/4" of each other.
o If adjustment is necessary, make adjust=
ment on one side of mower only.
o To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment nut on that side.
o 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 t/8".
o Recheck measurements after adjusting.
Bottom edge

FRONT=TO=BAC K ADJ U STM E NT
IMPORTANT:
Deck must be level side=to
side. If the following front=to=back adjust=
merit 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=
tot. Measure distance "D" directly in front
and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.
o Before making any necessary
adjust=
merits, check that both front links are
equal in length.
o If links are not equal in length, adjust
one link to same length as other link.
o To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"
on both front links an equal number of
turns.
o When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"
lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"
against trunnion on both front links.
o 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.
o When distance "D" is t/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against
trunnion on both front links.
o Recheck

side=to=side

adjustment.

Mandrel

Bottom edge of
Both Front, Unks Should beElual

in Length

on Arm
D @

,,
_B

Lift Link
Adjustment

N_
Trunnion

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRmVE
BELT
The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on
level surface. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL
1.

2.
3.

Measure distance between brake opeF
ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut
against nut "A'.
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 necessary. Replace brake pads or contact a
Sears or other qualified service center.

Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of
manual).
Work belt off both mandrel pulleys
idler pulleys.
Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION
1.

and

With Parking

Brake "Engaged"

Work belt around both mandrel pulleys
and idler pulleys
Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
and inside all bett guides.
Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in
this section of this manual).

Nut "A"

Mandrel

Jam Nut

Arm
00238

TO REPLACE

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage
parking brake. For assistance, there is a
belt installation guide decal on bottom side
of left footrest.

Mandrel
Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST

BRAKE

BELT REMOVAL-

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

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

BRAKE

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 forward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake
needs to be adjusted or the pads need to
be replaced.
TO ADJUST
1.

MOTION DRmVE BELT

engine pulley.
Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Remove belt upwards from transaxle
pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
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

BRAKE

Depress clutch/brake
pedal all the way
down and engage parking brake.

around the top groove of engine pulley.
Install belt through stationary
idler and
clutching idler.

5,
6,

FRONT

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves
and inside all belt guides and keepers,
Install mower (See "TO INSTALL
MOWER" in this section of manual),

WHEEL

The front wheel

camber, contact
service center.
TO REMOVE
Center

Transaxle

The transaxle

be in neutral

should

NEU-

WHEEL

or other

FOR

qualified

REPAmRS

also prevents

tire dry rot and corrosion.

when
Washers

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

Retaining

Ring
Axle
Cover

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 neutral (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

.....

a Sears

Block up axle securely.
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 stow leaks, purchase and
use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

Stationary idler

SHmFT LEVER

are not

1.
2.

Keeper

TRANSA×LE
GEAR
TRAL ADJUSTMENT

and camber

adjustable
on your tractor. If damage has
occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

Engine

Clutching

TOE-iN/CAMBER
toe-in

Adjustment

Square

Key

(Rear Wheel Only)
TO START
TERY

ENGINE

WroTH A WEAK

BAT-

_IIWARNmNG:
Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when
around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged.
(See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of
this manual).
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
iMPORTANT:
Your tractor is 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.

Bolt

TO ADJUST STEERmNG WHEEL ALiGNMENT
If steering wheel crossbars are not
horizontal (left to right) when wheels are
positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars
horizontal. Tighten securely.

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,

Connect

one end of the BLACK

to the NEGATWE (-) terminal (C) of
fully charged battery.
Connect the other end of the BLACK

Terminal
Cover

cable

cable (D) to good chassis ground,
away from fuel tank and battery.
TO REMOVE
ORDER -

CABLES,

REVERSE

BLACK

cable first from

chassis

and

then from the fully charged battery.
RED cable last from both batteries.

Positive
(Red)
Cable

Negative (Black)
Cable

TO REPLACE
HEADLIGHT
BULB
1. Raise hood.
2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.
Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in
the backside of the grill,
4. Close hood.
iNTERLOCKS
AND RELAYS
3,

02614

Weak or Dead
Battery
REPLACmNG

Loose or damaged wiring may
your tractor to run poorly, stop
prevent it from starting.
o Check wiring.
See electrical
diagram in the Repair Parts
TO REPLACE
FUSE

Fully Charged
Battery

BATTERY

_I, WARNmNG:
Do not short battery
terminals
by allowing a wrench or any
other object to contact both terminals at
the same time. Before connecting
battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands,
rings, etc.
Positive terminal must be connected

wiring
section,

Replace with 20 amp automotivemtype
plugqn fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRmLL ASSEMBLY
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.

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.

cause
running,

Hood

Connect BLACK grounding
cable to
negative (-) terminal with remaining
hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

Headlight Wire
Connector

Seat

Label
O2495 "

IMPORTANT:
Damage to the needle
valve and the seat in carburetor
may result
if screw is turned in too tight.

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
CABLE

PRELIMINARY

SETTING

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when making
carburetor
adjustments.
2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

CONTROL

adjusted
FINAL

properly

SETTING

(see above).

The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment
should not be necessary. Check adjustment
as described
below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:
1. With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke position. Slowly move lever from choke to
fast position.
2. Check that holes "A" 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.

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 position. 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-

Governor Control Lever

ACCELERATION

Governor

terclockwise
until engine runs rough.
Turn valve to a point midway between
those two positions.
Release throttle
lever.

Plate

(

Holes
Clamp
Screw
TO ADJUST

TEST

control

lever from slow

to fast position.
If engine hesitates or
dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counterclockwise)
1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary,
until
engine accelerates
smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted.
Do
not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set
for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the 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.

Throttle
Cable

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 necessary. However, minor adjustment
may
be required to compensate
for differences
in fuel, temperature,
altitude or load. If the
carburetor does need adjustment,
proceed
as follows:
In general, turning idle mixture valve in
(clockwise)
decreases the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve out
(counterclockwise)
increases the supply
of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air
mixture.

Move throttle

_dte Speed
Screw--_

_==_
_ __-Lever

With Limiter

.....

Throttle

Immediately
prepare your tractor for stor m
age at the end of the season or if the trac m
tot will not be used for 30 days or more.
_IWARNmNG:
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

storage. When mower
period of time, clean it
atl dirt, grease, leaves,
clean, dry area.
1. Clean entire tractor
in the Maintenance
2.

3.
4.

for winter

is to be stored for a
thoroughly,
remove
etc. Store in a
(See "CLEANING"
section of this

manual).
Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement
instructions
in
the Service and Adjustments
section of
this manual).
Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened.
Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

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 m
age the fuel system of an engine while in
storage.
, Empty the fuel tank by starting the em
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 m
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 m
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).
CYLmNDER(S)
1.
2,

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 discom
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.

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

3,
4,

Remove spark plug(s).
Pour one ounce of oil through spark
plug hole(s)into
cylinder(s).
Turn ignition key to "START" position
for a few seconds to distribute oil,
Replace

with new spark ptug(s),

Do not store gasoline
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.

from one season

Cover your tractor with a suitable pro m
tective cover that does not retain mois m
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.

TROUBLESHOOTING
See appropriate

CHART:

section

PROBLEM

in manuam unless

directed

CAUSE

Will not start

1.
2.

Engine will
turn over

not

Out of fuel.
Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.
Engine flooded.

4.
5.
6.
7

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

8.
9.

Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor
out of adjustment.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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

6.
7.

Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor
out of adjustment.

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 carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline 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.

8. Engine valves out of
adjustment.
1.

1. Depress

but

center

Clean/replace
air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuel filter.
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.

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Engine dicks
will not start

service

CORRECTION

10. Engine valves out of
adjustment.
Hard to start

to Sears

1.
2.
3.
4.

Clutch!brake
pedal not
depressed.
Attachment clutch is engaged.
Weak or dead battery.
Blown fuse.
Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.
Faulty solenoid or starter.
Faulty operator
switch(es).

presence

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

1.
2.
3.
4.

pedal.

Disengage attachment clutch.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuse.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace ignition switch.
Check/replace
solenoid or
starter.
Contact a Sears or other
qualified

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

clutch/brake

service

center.

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check!replace
solenoid or
starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING
See appropriate
PROBLEM
Loss

of power

CHART:

section

in manuam unless

CAUSE

service

center

CORRECTmON
1. Raise cutting height/reduce
speed.
2. Adjust throttle control.
3. Clean underside of mower

4.
5.
6.

Dirty air filter.
Low oil level/dirty oil.
Faulty spark plug.

4.
5.
6.

7.
8.

Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.

7.
8.

Water in fuel.

11.
12.
13.
14.

Engine continues
to run when

to Sears

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

10. Spark

Excessive
vibration

directed

plug wire loose.

10.

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

11.
12.
13.
14.

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 carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.
Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
Clean engine air screen/fins.
Clean/replace
muffler.
Check all wiring.
See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

15, Engine valves out of
adjustment,

15.

1. Worn,

1. Replace blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
2. Contact a Sears or other

bent or loose blade.

Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged

part(s).

1. Faulty operator-safety
presence control system.

operator
leaves
seat with attachment clutch

qualified service center.
Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged parts.

1. Check wiring, switches
and
connections.
If not corrected,
contact Sears or other
qualified

service

center.

engaged
Poor cut - uneven

1. Worn,

bent or loose blade.

Mower

Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower.
Bent blade mandrel.

4.
.

deck not level.

Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of grass,
leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

2.
3.

Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
Level mower deck.
Clean underside of mower

housing.
Contact a Sears

qualified service center.
Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

or other

TROUBLESHOOTING
See appropriate

section

PROBLEM
Mower blades
not rotate

CHART:
in manual

unless

directed

Obstruction
mechanism.

in clutch

Worn/damaged
mower
belt.
Frozen idler pulley.
Frozen blade mandrel.

drive

Replace

mower

3.
4.

Replace
Contact

idler pulley.
a Sears or other

qualified
Poor grass
discharge

Engine

2.
3.

Travel speed
Wet grass.

4.
5.

Mower deck not level.
Low/uneven
tire air pressure

Worn,

speed too slow.
too fast.

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
working
(if so equipped)

Switch

2.
3.
4.
5.

Bulb(s)
Faulty
Loose
Blown

Battemy wi[[ not
charge

1.
2.
3.

Bad battery cell(s).
Poor cable connections.
Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).
Faulty alternator.

4.
Engine "backfires"
when turning
engine "OFF"

center

1. Remove obstruction.

3.
4.

service

CORRECTION

CAUSE
wi[[

to Sears

is "OFF".

drive belt.

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
8.
9.

housing.
Replace
Reinstall
down.

mower drive belt.
blades sharp edge

10. Replace with blades listed
in this manual
11. Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

or lamp(s) burned out.
light switch.
or damaged wiring.
fuse.

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

2.
3.
4.
5.

Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).
Check/replace
light switch.
Check wiring and connections.
Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.
2. Check/clean
all connections.
3. Replace regulator.
4.
.

Replace

alternator.

Move throttle

control

"SLOW" position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before
stopping

engine.

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

RED

O: REo

FUSE

I
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WH,TE ,©
r--I , _,,'

___( )G

AI(

_.....

STARTER

BLBCK

SOLENOID

(PEDAL UP)

WHITE

SWITCH

WHITE
WHITE

A-I-IA
II

BLACK

(Z_

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BLACK

fTTM-E_lf _ L-U].CH

BLACK

[-_

_ELuZq_(llD _i
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SPARK

PLUG

UNIT

/'_l" UNE iiI
JIIIL

II BLACK

CONNECTOR

IGNITION

--k J[

LTE-L,I

I--

f'4

LACK (CLUTCH OF
I

TWIN CYL ENGINES)

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID
(IF SO EQUIPPED)

CHAAMRpGDING@
SYSToERMpOM
UTPUT

_C
8 VAOLTS ACsM IsNT
E @ 3D6_0_RR
PM ECT E D)

RED
I LIGHTING

SYSTEM

OUTPUT

14 VOLTS AC MINI @ 3600 RPM

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.
IGNITION

(LIGHTS OFF)

BROWN

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

SWITCH

POSITION

CIRCUIT

"MAKE"

OFF

M+G+A1

NONE

RUN/LIGHT

B+A1

A2+L

RUN

B+A1

NONE

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

B+S+A1

NONE

02363

START

oN" "

WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

ELECTRmCAL
22

I
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TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

1
2
8
16
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
33
40
41
42
43
45
52
90

163465
74760412
176689
176138
183759
4152J
4799J
146147
175158
73510400
4207J
121305X
175566
140403
179720
71110408
131563
178861
121433X
141940
180499

NOTE:

DESCRiPTiON
Battery
BoEt Hex Hd 1/4o20 unc x 3/4
Box Battery Fender
Switch, Interlock
Harness Asm Light W/4152j
Bulb Light #1156
Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red
Cable Battery 6 Ga. w/16 wire red
Fuse 20 AMP
Nut, Keps Hex 1/4o20 unc
Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch Ign
Key Ign Molded Craftsman
Harness Ign
Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4o20 unc x 1/2
Cover Terminal Red
Sorenoid
Ammeter
Rectangular
6 Amp
Protection Wire Loop
Cover Battery Terminal

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

give in U.S.

inches

TRACTOR
- - MODEL
CNASSmS AND ENCLOSURES

NUMBER

917.273396

278

209
9_
208

209

208

2O7

209

208

chassis-Laser-It.stlt

TRACTOR
- - MODEL
CHASSmS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
5
9
10
11
13
14
17
18
26
28
29
30
31
37
38
39
60
64
74
142
143
144
145
206
207
208
209
212
278
--NOTE:

174619
176554
155272
187846X013
STD533710
174996
172105X010
17490608
185682X558
184921
STD54!437
188636
174332X599
188571X558
139976
17490508
175710
174714
72140606
154798
73680600
175702
186689
175582
156524
170165
17670508
17670608
17000612
175143
191611
5479J
187801

NUMBER

917.273396

DESCRIPTION
Chassis Stamping
Drawbar
Bumper Hood/Dash
Dash
Bolt, Carriage
3/8-16 x 1
Panel, Dash, LH.
Panel, Dash, R.H.
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
Hood Assembly
Laser
Bumper Hood Large 1.75
Nut
Grille Lens Asm Laser (Includes Key Nos. 29 and 212)
Lens, Laser
Fend/Ftrest
Pnt STLT
Bracket, Fender Support
ScrewThdrol
5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear
Bracket Pivot Laser
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 3/4
Dash Lower STLT
Nut Crownlock
3/8-16 unc
Plate Reinforcement
STLT
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT
Jod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Bolt Shoulder 5/16 -18 TT
ScrewThdrol
5/16-18 x 1/2 TYTT
ScrewThdrol
3/8-16 x 1/2
Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
insert Lens Reflective
Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex
Plug, Button
Plug Dome Plastic

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

given in U.S. inches

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

GROUND DRIVE

\
120

27
drive-fender.stlt_39

TRACTOR

° ° MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART
NO. NO.
1

DESCRiPTiON

2
3
4
5
6

146682
123666X
12000028
121520X
17000512

Transaxle (See Breakdown)
Dana 4360-140
Spring Brake Return
Pulley Transaxle
Ring Retainer
Strap Torque 30 Degrees
Screw 5/16o18 x 3/4

8
10
11
13

165866
STD561210
105701X
74550412

Rod Shift Fender Adjust
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD
Washer Plate Shift
Bolt l/4-28unf
Gr. 8 W/Patch

14
15
16
18
19
21

10040400
74490544
STD541431
74780616
STD541437
106933X

Washer Lock Hvy Helical
Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 unc
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5
Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh
3/8-16 uric
Knob

22
24
25
26
27

130804
73350600
106888X
STD551037
STD561210

Rod, Brake
Nut, Hex Jam
Spring, Brake
Washer 13/32
Pin Cotter 1/8

28
29
30
32
34
35
36

175765
71673
174973
74760512
175578
120183X
19211616

Rod, Parking Brake
Cap, Parking Brake
Bracket, Transaxle
Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18
Shaft, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer

37
38
39

1572H
179114
72110622

Pin, Roll
Pulley, Composite,
Bolt RDHD 3/8-16

41
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
55
56
57

175556
127783
154407
123205X
72110612
STD54!437
STD541431
105710X
105709X
17060620
160855

Keeper, Belt Idler
Pulley, Idler, WGroove
Bellcrank, Clutch
Retainer, Belt
Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Nut Crown!ock
3/8-16 uric
Nut, Crownlock
5/16-18 uric
Link, Clutch
Spdng, Return, Clutch
Screw 3/8o16 x 1.04
V-Belt

59
61

169691
17120614

Keeper,
Screw.

3/8-16 uric
Rod
x 13/!6 x 16 Ga.
x 3/4 CAD.

unc x 3/4

Flat
unc x 2-3/4

Gr.5

Center Span
3/8-16 x .875

KEY PART
NO. NO,

DESCRIPTION

62
63
64
65

8883R
175410
173937
STD55!

Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Bolt Hex 7/16-20
Washer

66
69

154778
142432

Keeper Belt Engine Hydro
Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4 x 1/2 uric

70
74
75
76
77
78

134683
109502X
121749X
STD581075
123583X
121748X

Keeper Belt Engine
Spacer
Washer
25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
E-Ring
Key, Square
Washer
25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

79
80

2228M
131488

Key Woodruff
Arm Shift

81
82
83
84
85

165594
165711
19171216
166229
150360

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered
Spring Torsion
Washer
17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Link Transaxle
Nut Lock Center 1/4o20

89
96
112

188310X428
4497H
19091210

Console, Shift
Retainer Spring I" Zinc/Cad
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

113
116
120
150
151
156
158
159
161
162
163
165
166
168

127285X
72140608
73900600
175456
19133210
166002
165589
183900
72140406
73680400
74780416
165623
17490510
165492

Strap Torque 90 Degrees
Bolt Rdhd Sqneck
3/8-16 x 1.25
Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16
Spacer Retainer
Washer
13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
Washer Srrted 5/161D x 1.125
Bracket Shift Mount
Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4o20 x 3/4 Gr 5
Nut Crownlock
!/4-20 uric
Bolt Hex Fin 1/4o20 unc x 1 Gr 5
Bracket Pivot Lever
Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

169
170
197
198
202
212

165580
187414
169613
169593
72110614
145212

Plate Fastening
Keeper Belt T/A
Nyliner
Snap-In 5/8"1D
Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd
Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1o3/4 Gr.5
Nut Hex Fig. Lock

NOTE:

All component
dimensions
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

143

x 4 Gr. 5-1.5

given

in U.S.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER

917.273396

STEERING ASSEMBLY

_4_

j.f"

13
65

82
4O

/
lO

steering

pl.lt 47

TRACTOR
STEERmNG ASSEMBLY

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRiPTiON

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
11
12
13
15
17
26
28
29
30

139768
184706
169840
169839
6266H
121748X
12000029
175121
STD551137
73940800
136518
145212
180641
126847X
19131416
17000612
STD561210

Steering Wheel
Axle Assembly
Spindle Assembly,
LH.
Spindle Assembly,
R.H.
Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened
Washer
25/32 x 1o5/8 x 16 Ga.
Ring, Klip
Draglink
Washer, Lock
Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf
Spacer Brg Axle Front
Nut, Hexflange Lock
Shaft Assembly,
Steering
Bushing, Link, Drag
Washer
13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
Screw
3/8-16 x 3/4
Pin

32
36
37
38
39
40

130465
155099
152927
139769
19183812
73540600

Rod, Tie
Bushing, Steering
Screw
Insert, Steering Wheel
Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8
Nut Crown!ock 3/8-24

41
42
43
44
46
5!
54
65
67
68
7!
82
87
88

186737
145054x428
121749X
180640
184946X505
73540400
71130420
160367
72110618
169827
175146
169835
173966
175118

Adaptor, Steering Wheel
Boot, Steering Shaft
Washer
25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Extension Shaft Steering
Cap, Spindle Red
Nut Crown!ock
I/4o28
Bolt Hex 1/4o28 unfx 1-1/4 Gr. 8
Spacer
Brace Axle
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
Axle, Brace
Steering Asm
Bracket Susp Chassis Front
Washer Flat .78! x 1ol/2 x .14
Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

91
95

175553
188967

Clip Steering
Washer Hardened

NOTE:

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

given

.793 x 1.637 x .060

in U.S. inches

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

ENGINE

72
62

33
23

OPTIONAL

EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester
engine-bs.1 cyl 49

KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2

170545
17720408

3
4
13
14
23
29
31
32
33
37

137352
165291
148456
169837
137180
187750
140527
123487X
137040

KEY PART
NO, NO,

DESCRIPTMON

38
40
44

181654
124028X
17670412

Engine, Briggs Model No. 31P7770299-E1 (See Breakdown)
Muffler
Gasket

45
46
62

Tube Drain Oil Easy
Shield Brn/Dbr Guard

72
78

Arrestor, Spark
Tank, Fuel
Cap Assembly,
Clamp, Hose
Line, Fue!

17000612
19091416
10010500
71070512
17060620
73510400

Control, Throttle/Choke
Screw, Hex Head, Thread
1/4-20 x 1/2

Cutting

Fue! Sears, Vented

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Plug, Drain Oil Easy
Bushing Snap
Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.,
Roll. 1/4-20 x 3/4
Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
Washer
9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
Washer Split
Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Nut Keps

Hex 1/4-20

AI! component
dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

uric

given in U.S. inches

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

SEAT ASSEMBLY

15
11

seat_It.knob_9

KEY PART
NO. NO,

DESCRIPTION

188716

Seat

2
3
4

180166
71110616
19131610

Bracket,
Bolt
Washer

5
6

145006
STD541437

Clip, Push-In
Nut

7
8
9

124181X
17000616
19131614

Spring, Seat
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Washer
13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga,

10
11

180186
166369

Pan, Seat
Knob Seat

121246X

Bracket,

Pivot,

Seat

13/32xlx10Ga,

Switch

Hinged

KEY PART
NO, NO,

DESCRiPTiON

13
14
15
16
17
21
22
24

Bushing, Snap
Bolt, Carriage !/4-20 x 1-1/2
Spacer, Split .28 x .88
Spring
Locknut, Flange 1/4 Gr. 5
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 unc
Nut
Washer 17/32xl-3/16x12Ga.

121248X
72050412
134300
121250X
123976X
171852
STD541431
19171912

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

Mounting

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

DECALS

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal

156368
184728
184729
190813
133644
184730
172331
184899
156439
179128
146046

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

Oper. Instr.
Hood, R.H.
Hood, L.H.

13
14
15

183827
160396
189100

Hood Replacement
Customer Maintenance
Hood Side
Deck
Fender, Craftsman
Fender Danger
Deck "B" 42"
VoBelt Drive Schematic

16
20
oo
oo
oo
oo
oo

138047
149516
138311
184310X428
184311X428
192713
192714

Decal, Lower Dash
Decal, VoBelt Schematic
Decal, Engine
Decal, Battery Diehard
Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn
Eng
Decal, Lift Handle
Pad, Footrest LH STLT
Pad, Footrest RH STLT
Owner's Manual, English
Owner's Manual, Spanish

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

DESCRMPTION

1
2
3
4

59192
65139
106222X
59904

5
6
7

106732X624
278H
9O4OH

8
9
10

106108X624
106268X
7152J

11
oo

104757X428
144334

NOTE:

Al! component
dimensions
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

WHEELS & TIRES

4,10

\
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DESCRMPTION

Valve Cap, Tire
Stem, Valve
Tire, Front
Tube, Front Tire
(Not Provided, Service Item Only)
Rim, Front
Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)
Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel
Only)
Rim, Rear
Tire, Rear
Tube, Rear Tire
(Not Provided, Service Item Only)
Cap, Axle
Sealant, Tire 10 oz.
given

in U.S.

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

LiFT ASSEMBLY

6
11

5
12

13
19
13

19
15
32

KEY
NO.

PART

KEY

PART

NO,

DESCRiPTiON

NO,

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
15

159460
159471
105767X
12000002
19211621
120183X
125631X
122365X
139865
139866
STD624008
173288

Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly
Shaft Assembly,
Lift
Pin, Groove
E-Ring
Washer
21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

16
17
18

73350800
175689
73800800

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 unc
Trunnion
Locknut, Hex, with Washer
1/2-13 unc

139868

Bearing, Nylon
Grip, Handle, Fluted
Button, Plunger, Red
Link, Lift, LH.
Link, Lift, R.H.
Retainer Spring
Link, Front

20
31
32

163552
169865
73540600

Arm, Suspension,
Rear
Retainer Spring
Bearing, Pvt, Lift
Nut, Crownlock
3/8-24

Insert

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U,S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

° ° MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

MOWER DECK

103
4__2

105

105"

.146

106
101
_147

102j_

142

21
23
24

i
i

\
2

25
26

29
18

18
13_
5

6
19f

D man-t-path

stlt

10 _,
9_

TRACTOR

° ° MODEL

NUMBER

917.273396

MOWER DECK

KEY PART
NO. NO,

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART
NO. NO.
48
52
53
54
55
56
59
67
68
92
101
102
103
104
105
106
129
130
131
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
152
158
159

133944
139888
184907
178515
155046
165723
141043
149846
144959
73800600
136420
71081010
19061216
STD551110
180793
2029J
19131312
STD523710
STD533710
165890
157109
158634
165888
171977
131335
169022
165898
19091210
169676
17720408
72140614

184
185

19131410
188234

130794

169583

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10

165892
STD533107
138017
165460
STD624008
178024
850857
STD551137
140296

134149

139775

138971

13
14
15
16
18
19
20
21
23
24
25
26
27
28

137645
128774
110485X
174493
72140505
132827
159770
STD54!431
177563
105304X
123713X
110452X
130968X428
19111016

Mower Deck Assembly,
42"
Bolt
Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front
Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck
Retainer Spring
Bar Sway Deck
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
Washer, Lock
Washer, Hardened
(The following blades are avail
able)
Blade, Mulching
(For mulching mowers only)
Blade, 42" Mulching Premium
(For better wear when mulching)
Blade, 42" Hi-Lift
(For bagging or discharging)
Shaft Assembly,
Mandrel, Vented
Housing, Mandrel, Vented
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper, Mower Deck
Bolt, Carriage
5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt, Shoulder
Baffle, Vortex
Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc
Bracket, Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion, Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield, Deflector
Washer
11/32x5/8x16Ga.

29
30

131491
173984

Rod, Hinge
Screw Thdrol

31
32
33
34

187690
153535
178342
72110612

Washer, Spacer
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Toplock, Flanged
Bolt Cam Sh. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

36
40
44
45
46

131494
73900600
140088
STD824003
137729

Pulley, Idler, Flat
Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 unc
Guard, Mandrel, LH.
Retainer
Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8

DOD PT Hex

DESCRiPTiON
Washer, Hardened
Bolt, Shoulder
5/16-18 unc
Arm Assembly,
Pad, Brake
Washer, Hardened
Arm, Idler
Spacer, Retainer
Guard, TUV Idler
Knob Custom Oval
WBelt
Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16
Mulcher Cover
Screw Pan Hd Phillips
Washer
#10

10-24 x 5/8

Washer, Lock #10
Latch Assembly,
Bagger
Nut, Weld
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x12 Ga.
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc xl Gr. 5
Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-18 unc 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 10 Ga.
Cable Clutch 42 In
Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 unc x 1-3/4
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga.
Head Assy. Cable Clutch
Mandrel Assembly
(Includes
housing, shaft and shaft hardware
only-pulley
not included)
Replacement
Mower, Complete
(Std. Deck-Order
separately
mulcher cover components
key
nos. 101-106)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S.inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

DANA TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
- - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

9i7.273396

2
24

52
42
43*
54

DANATRANSAXLE

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
- - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140

Key

Part

No.

Description

170981

Housing,

2274J

Screw, Tapping,

134400

917.273396

Key

Part

No.

Description

120472X

Spacer,

105928X

Sprocket,

Ball, Detent

170988

Gear, Bevel,

105904X

Spring,

134394

160940

Screw, Tapping,

120473X

*Assy, Kit, Shim,
Shaft Drive

138235

Assy, Kit, Shifter

142678

Gear

Spur,

12T

108727X

V=Ring

143697

Gear

Spur,

15T

Spur, 20T

Upper
1/4-20

X .734

Detent
No. 10-24 X .482

.633 X .87 X .755
9T
36T
.750 Shaft

148266

Bearing,

124641X

Gear

148269

Seal, Oi!

106589X

Gear

Spur, 25T

2225J

Ring, Retaining

120408X

Gear

Spur, 28T

134793

*Assy,

105937X

Gear

Spur, 31T

148268

Bearing,

Flange

2226J

Washer,

Plain,

120415X

Washer,

Plain,

.632 X 1.38 X .046

134401

Washer,

Neoprene

142674

Key, Woodruff,

No. 9

2264J

Washer,

Plain,

Flange

Kit, Shim,

.625 Shaft

.632 X 1.00 X .060
.758 X 1.25 X .031

170983

Assy, Kit, Input Shaft

160946

Axle, LH

170986

Pinion,

170990

Gear, Miter,

105909X

Ring, Retaining

160948

Ring,

105910X

Chain, 24 Pitches

110071X

Gear, Spur, 32T

160942

Cover, Detent

120952X

Shaft,

160943

Gear, Spur,

170991

Gear, Miter,

Bevel,

12T

1 2T

1 2T, Splined

Retaining
Cross
1 2T, Idler

160950

Axle, RH

170992

Housing,

5/16-24

7294J

Disc, Brake

142676

Shaft, Intermediate

108989X

Spacer,

2244J

Key, Woodruff,

160952

Jaw, Brake

Ring, Retaining

120954X

Pin, Dowel

Sprocket,

160953

Screw, Tapping,

138244

Lever, Actuating

Gear, Spur, 37T

108996X

Washer,

Plain,

Gear, Spur, 35T

160954

Bracket,

Anti-Rotation

124644X

Gear, Spur, 30T

120951X

Puck,

108980X

Gear, Spur, 25T

174256

Washer,

120406X

Gear, Spur, 22T

120416X

Grease

134796

Gear, Spur,

105925X

Washer,

Plain,

.640 X 1.37 X .061

2228J

Washer,

Plain,

.632 X 1.00 X .046

170987

Washer,

Plain,

.632 X 1.00 X .031

174255

Assy, Gear, Comb.,

124639X

Shaft, Idler

148267

Collar, Clutch

138236

Assy, Kit, Clutch

73810500

Nut, Lock,

24
25
26

105916X

12047OX

110070X

Spacer,

142677

142681

31
32

Keys

No. 61

1 8T
1. 131 X 1.45 X .494

Lower
Brake Puck

5/16-18

X 2.35

.321 X 1.00 X .055

Friction
Anti Rotation

19T
NOTE:

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

* Use in various
clearances.

12T & 30T

** Order

5699

to maintain

in U.S. inches

proper

Key No. 15.

*** Silicone
Lower

combinations

given

Sealant

to be applied

Housings

(use Loctite

or equivalent).

between

Upper

and

Ultra Gray Silicone

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.273396
BRIGGS ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1

. Jl

691 @

718 !_

43,_

684!11_
584_

9_
I

1330 REPAIR MANUAL

I
307

1264'_

11329
REPLACEMENT
ENGINE
I
358 ENGINE GASKET

SET
24

146_

12
741

1270

20@ 6170
1O22

51 (_
524 _

I
I

6911_
8420

1019 LABEL KIT
1058 OWNER'S

11036EMISSION

0
1266

MANUAL
LABEL

7291

I
158

D
750 &

20 O

1027

TRACTOR
- ° MODEL NUMBER
917.273396
BRmGGS ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1
1095 VALVE

GASKET

617 0
238

868

SET

1022

525

616_
404 #
614 I_

1022
914

54'_
654
789

58_

334

8o1_

305A

_544_
643
803 @

310_

802 @

1070

729
697 _

1051&

1005
1044_
363#

TRACTOR
BRIGGS

ENGmNE-MODEL

- - MODEL

NUMBER

31 P777, TYPE

917.273396
NUMBER

0299-E1

105A l
1091

127A

127
276A @

947A [_

NIKKI J

1127 _

947_
%
118
1266A O

977 CARBURETOR

527(_

51_

GASKET

137

276_O_/

1266 0

121A CARBURETOR
121 CARBURETOR
104 _

1270

105 _

137 0

OVERHAUL
231_

KIT

93_
95

106 _
117_

142_

OVERHAUL

KIT

6170
987L:_
95A

276 @
634_._

1266 0

6170

1266A O

1 04A

634A _

10_A® o_

1266

127A O
6/

SET

997A _)
1266A _

TRACTOR
- ° MODEL NUMBER
917.273396
BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5

697174
399265
391086
697188
698147

Cylinder Assembly
Kit-Bushing/Seal
(Magneto
Seal-Oil (Magneto Side)
Sump-Engine
Head-Cylinder

106
108
108A
117
117A

690577
690464
695419
694352
699457

7
9
11

699168
697109
697113

,+
•

Gasket-Cylinder
Gasket-Breather
Tube-Breather

118
118A
121

697228
699458
697241

Jet-Main (High Altitude)
Jet-Main (High Altitude)
Kit-Carburetor
Overhaul

12
13
15
16
20

697110
690360
690946
697127
690947

•

Gasket-Crankcase
Screw (Cylinder Head)
Plug-Oil Drain
Crankshaft
Seal-Oil (PTO Side)

121A
125
125A

699521
698445

Kit-CarburetorOverhaul
(Nikki)
Carburetor
Carburetor
(For Complete
Carburetor,
Service with 698445)

22
23
24
25
-26
-27
28

692125
693557
222698
699052
699054
699051
697559
698469
697099

Screw (Crankcase
CoveffSump)
Flywheel
Key-Flywheel
Piston Assembly
(Standard)
Piston Assembly
0020" Oversize)
Ring Set (Standard)
Ring Set (.020" Oversize)
Lock-Piston
Pin
Pin-Piston

127
127A
130
130A
131
131A
133
133A
135

695005
690727
691750
699500
494379
699501
494381
694914
698780

29
-32
33
34

697126
697263
692852
695760
695761

Rod-Connecting
(Standard)
Rod-Connecting
(.020" Undersize)
Screw (Connecting
Rod)
Valve-Exhaust
Valve-Intake

137
137A
141
141A
142

281165
698781
495097
698778
697140

35
36
37
40
43
45
46
48
50

691279
691279
697352
690964
691968
690564
698492
697762
690193

Spring-Valve
(Intake)
Spring-Valve
(Exhaust)
Guard-Flywheel
Retainer-Valve
Slinger-Governor/Oil
Tappet-Valve
Camshaft
Short Block
Manifold-Intake

146
187
188
192
202
209
216
222
227

691639
699331
691693
691986
691841
692208
691840
694042
691374

Key-Timing
Line-Fuel
Screw (Control
Adjuster-Rocker
Link-Mechanical
Spring-Governor
Link-Choke
Bracket-Control
Lever-Governor

51
53
54
73
74
78
89

692137
690227
691148
697133
697897
691003
690283

,®$+ Gasketqntake
Stud (Carburetor)
Screw (Intake Manifold)
Screen-Rotating
Screw (Rotating Screen)
Screw (Flywheel Guard)
Plug-Oil

232
238
240
265
267
276
276A

691842
691843
394358
691024
695134
692255
695410

Spring-Governor
Cap-Valve
Filter-Fue!
Clamp-Casing
Screw (Casing
Washer-Sealing
Washer-Sealing

93
94
94A
95
95A
98
98A

690602
498030
695425
691636
6907!8
495800
695408

304
305
305A
306
307
309

699828
697102
697103
697107
691003
693551

104
104A
105

690525
694918
231855

O
O
_

PimFIoat Hinge
PimFIoat Hinge (Nikki)
Valve-F!oat
Needle

included
included
121

in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358
in Carburetor
Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

105A

696136

Valve-Float

included
977

in Carburetor

•

Side)

Head

Bushing-Throttle
Shaft
Kitqdle Mixture
Kitqdle Mixture (Nikki)
Screw (Throttle Valve)
Screw (Throttle Valve (Nikki)
Kitqdle Speed
Kitqdle Speed (Nikki)

Needle

(Nikki)

+
NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
O

O
O

05
_

Included

Seatqnlet
Valve-Choke
(Manual Choke)
Valve-Choke
(Nikki)
Jet-Main (Standard)
Jet-Main (Standard)
(Nikki)
(Nikki)

Plug-Welch
Plug-Welch
(Nikki)
Valve-Throttle
Valve-Throttle
(Nikki)
Kit-Throttle
Shaft
Kit-Throttle
Shaft (Nikki)
Float-Carburetor
Float-Carburetor
(Nikki)
Tube-Fuel Transfer
Gasket-Float
Bow!
Gasket-Float
Bowl (Nikki)
Kit-Choke
Shaft (Manual Choke)
Kit-Choke
Shaft (Nikki)
Nozzle-Carburetor

Bracket)
Arm
Governor

Control

Clamp)

Housing-Blower
Screw (Blower Housing)
Screw (Blower Housing)
Shield-Cylinder
Screw (Cylinder Shield)
Motor-Starter

Gasket

in Valve Gasket

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

Set, Key. No.

Set, Key. No. 1095
given

in U.S. inches

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.273396
BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

310
311

690323
497608

Bolt (Starter
Brush Set

851
868

692424
690968

333
334
337
358

495859
691061
691043
697191

Armature-Magneto
Screw (Magneto Armature)
Plug-Spark
Gasket Set-Engine

914
943
947
947A

691108
690589
694393
695423

363
383
404
431

19203
89838
691691
697122

Flywheel Puller
Wrench-Spark
Plug
Washer (Governor Crank)
EIbowqntake

950
965
967
968

691657
499613
697015
699848

445
462
474

698083
691261
696459

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge
Washer (Starter Cable)
Alternator

975
975A
977

495933
699502
690192

503
505
510

691532
691251
693699

Strap-Starter
Nut (Governor
Drive-Starter

987
987A
1005

691326
698777
699043

513

692024

Clutch-Drive

1017

690770

523
524
525
527
544

697086
691032
697184
698467
692034

Dipstick
SeaI-DipstickTube
Tube-Dipstick
Clamp-Tube
Starter-Armature

1019
1022
1023
1024
1026

698814
272475
692492
499054
692003

552
559
562
579
584
601
614
616

697144
693675
691119
691029
697112
95162
691620
692012

Bushing-Governor
Crank
Screw (Remote Choke Stop)
Bolt (Governor Control Lever)
Nut (Starter Cable)
Cover-Breather
Passage
Clamp-Hose
Pin-Cotter
Crank-Governor

....
1027
1029
1034
1035
1036
1040
1044

692011
492932
691751
690822
693784
695700
699852
698139

617
634

692138
690801

O •
O

634A
635
643

698779
691909
698401

SeaI-O Ring
Spring/Seal
Choke)
Spring/Seal
Boot-Spark
Retainer-Air

1051
1058
1059
1070
1090
1091

691265
275038
698516
690372
691293
691333

654
684
691

690958
697157
692407

1095
1119
1127

690190
691183
695407

692
697
718
729

690572
690372
690959
691224

Spring-Detent
Screw (Drive
Pin-Locating
Clip-Wire

1263
1264
1266
1266A

697124
697104
691917
697123

741
750
757
758
759
783

697128
691033
697607
697134
697392
693713

Gear-Timing
Screw (Oil Pump Cover)
Link-Counterweight
Countep, t_eight
Pin-CounteP,^/eight
Gear-Pinion

1267
1270
1329
1330

697424
697156
31Q777-0036
272147

789
797
801

698329
693167
691283

Harness-Wiring
Nut (Brush Retainer)
Cap-Drive

802
803
830
842
847

691286
693757
691095
691031
697611

Cap-End
Housing-Starter
Stud (Rocker Arm)
SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube)
Dipstick/Tube
Assembly

•

Motor)

Control

Lever)

(Intake Manifold)
Assembly
(Manual
Assembly
Plug
Filter

(Nikki)

Nut (Carburetor)
Screw (Breather
Passage
Seal-Governor
Shaft

Cover)

Cap)

DESCRIPTION

*+
*

Terminal-Spark
Seal-Valve

Plug

Screw (Rocker Cover)
SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump
Solenoid-Fuel

Cover)

Solenoid-Fuel
(Nikki)
Screw (Float Bowl)
Cover-Oil Pump
Filter-Pre Cleaner
Cover-Air Cleaner
Bowl-Float

O
O

Bowl-Float
(Nikki)
Gasket Set-Carburetor
Seal-Throttle
Shaft
Seal-Throttle
Shaft (Nikki)
Fan-Flywhee!
Screen-Oi!
Pump
Kit-Labe!
Gasket-Rocker
Cover
Cover-Rocker
Arm
Pump-Oil
Rod-Push
(Intake)
Rod-Push
(Exhaust)
Filter-Oil
Arm-Rocker
Guide-Push
Rod
Shaft-Pump
Label-Emission
Plate-Trim
Screw (Flywheel)
Ring-Retaining
Owner's Manual
Kit-Screw/Washer
Screw (Flywheel
Retainer-Brush

Fan)

Cap-Limiter
Gasket Set-Valve
Screw (Alternator)
Screw-Float
Bow!
Reed-Breather
.O
O

Screw (Breather
Reed)
SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)
SeaI-O Ring (Intake Elbow)
Latch-Blower
Housing
Plug-AVS CounteP,,veight
Replacement
Engine
Repair Manual

Included
Included

in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358
in Carburetor
Overhaul
Kit, Key. No. 121

Included
Included

in Carburetor
Gasket Set, Key'. No. 977
in Valve Gasket Set, Key'. No. 1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches
1 inch = 25,4 mm

SUGGESTED

GUIDE FOR SIGHTING

SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

L_
O1

15 DEGREES MAX.

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow
ARNING:
To avoid
serious
injury,
operate
your tractor
and
slopes
greater
than 15
degrees.
Make
turns gradually
to up
prevent
tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.

t, Fold this page along dotted line indicated above_
2. Hold page before you so that its Jeft edge is vertically paraitei to a tree
trunk or other upright structure.
3, Sight across the fold in the direction of hill s}ope you want to measure,
4. Compare the angle of the fold with the stope of the hill

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