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Owner's

Manual

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18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic

Transmission

Model No.
917.2736402

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

For answers

to your questions

Read and foflow aft Safety
Rules and instructions before

about this product,

operating this equipment.

Sears Craftsman He{p Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

Call:

1°800°659°5917

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

the

Warranty ................................................
Safety Rules ..........................................
Product Specifications
...........................
AssemblyPre=Operation
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Operation .............................................
Maintenance
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2
3
6
8
11
18

Maintenance
Schedule ........................
18
Service and Adjustments
.....................
22
Storage ................................................
29
Troubleshooting
...................................
30
Repair Parts .........................................
34
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.
o 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, elec=
trical and mechanical
damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper
grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable
debris,
or failure to maintain the equipment
according to the instructions
contained
in the
owner's manual.
o Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined
to be contami=
nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur=
chase date.
o Normal deterioration
and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.
o Riding equipment
used for commercial
or rental purposes.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding
equipment
proves defective in material or workmanship
and our testing determines
the
battery will not hotd a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.
During the
first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME.
After the first 30 days, for your convenience,
IN=HOME warranty service will still be avail=
able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman
product is
dropped off at an authorized
Sears location. For the nearest authorized
Sears location,
please call 1=800=4=MY=HOME®.
This battery

warranty

applies

only while this product

This warranty gives you specific
vary, from state to state.
Sears,

Roebuck

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,
_WARNmNG: In order to preventaccidental startingwhen setting up, transporting,adjustingor making repairs,
always disconnectspark plug wire and
placewire where it cannotcontact spark

o Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
o Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone.
Do
not operate the mower without either
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.
o Slow down before turning.
o Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.
o Turn off blades when not mowing.
o Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or unclogging
chute.
o Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
o Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
o Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
o Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or
truck.

,_kWA
ug"
RNING:
Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
_WARNING:
Tow only the attachments
that are recommended
by and comply with
specifications
of the manufacturer
of your
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
Operate only at the lowest possible speed
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,
while on a slope, is dangerous.
Tires can
lose traction with the ground and cause
_t_WA
u to lose control of your tractor.
RNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
known
to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
_WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals
and related accessories
contain lead and

o Data indicates that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved in a large
percentage
of riding mower-related
injuries. These operators should evaluate
their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves
and others from serious injury.
o Keep machine free of grass, leaves or
other debris build-up which can touch
hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do
not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debris which can cause build-

lead compounds,
chemicals
known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive
Wash hands after handling.
I. GENERAL

harm.

OPERATION

o Read, understand,
tions in the manual

and follow all instrucand on the machine

before starting.
o Only allow responsible
adults, who are
familiar with the instructions,
to operate
the machine.

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
spillage before operating or storing the
machine.
Allow machine to cool before

o Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked
up and thrown by the blade.
o Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing.
Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
o Never carry

storage.
II. SLOPE

passengers.

OPERATION

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

DO:
o Mow up and down slopes, not across.
o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the 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
traction
o Do not
putting
o Do not
slopes.

mow on wet grass. Reduced
could cause sliding.
try to stabilize the machine by
your foot on the ground.
use grass catcher on steep

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. Never assume
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 off if children
enter the area.
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 Before andwhen backing, look behind
and down for small children.
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.Choose a lowgear
so that you will not haveto stop or shift
while on the slope.
o Avoidstarting or stoppingon a slope. If
tires losetraction, disengagethe blades
and proceedslowly straightdown the
slope.
o If machinestops while going uphill,
disengageblades, shift into reverseand
backdown slowly.
o Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
andthen, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT

SPECIFICATmONS

Gasoline Capacity
and Type:

4.0 Gallons
Unleaded Regular

Oil Type
APFSG-SL):

SAE 30 (above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F

Oil Capacity:

W/Filter:
3.5 Pints
WiO Filter: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug:
GAP: ,030")

Champion

Ground
(MPH):

Speed

RC12YC

Forward:
Reverse:

5.5
2.4

Tire Pressure:

Front:
Rear:

14 PSI
10 PSi

Charging
System:

9 Amps

Battery:

Amp/Hr:
Min, CCA:
Case Size:

@ 3600RPM
28
230
U1R

Blade Bolt
Torque:

27-35

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

RESPONSIBILmES

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

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

REPAmR PROTECTmON
Congratulations
on making a smart purchase, 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:
o Expert service
by our 12,000 profesional repair specialists.
o Unlimited
service
and no charge for
parts and labor on all covered repairs.
o Product
replacement
if your covered
product can't be fixed.
o 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.
o

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 1o800-827-6655.

SEARS

mNSTALLATION

SERVmCE

For Sears professional installation of home
appliances, garage door openers, water
heaters, and other major home items, in
the U.S.A. call l o800-4-MY-HOME®

)
Mower

Leveling

(2) Keys

Level

(1) Oil Drain Tube
For Future Use

)
Keys

Bubble

Wrench

Slope

Sheet

Video

Cassette

Yournew tractorhas been assembledat the factory.Reviewthe video cassette before
you begin.
When right or left hand is mentionedin this manual, it meanswhen you are in the operating position (seatedbehindthe steering wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR
FROM
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
1. Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels flat,
2, Remove protective materials from trac=
tot hood and grille.
iMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid,
HOW

TO SET

CHECK

UP YOUR

TRACTOR

BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.
NOTE: If this battery is put into service
after month and year indicated on label
(label located between terminals)
charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 6=10
amps. (See "BATTERY"
in Maintenance
section of this manual for charging instruc=
tions).

Adjustment
Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate
instruction
below to remove the tractor
from the skid.
TO ROLL
Operation
function
1.

2.
3.

' Label

4.
5.
iI

TRACTOR
section

OFF
for

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

2.
3.

4.
5.

SEAT

Raise seat and loosen adjustment
knob.
Lower seat into operating position and
sit in seat.
Slide seat until a comfortable
position
is reached which allows you to press
clutch/brake
pedat all the way down.
Get off seat without moving its adjusted
position.
Raise seat and tighten adjustment
knob securely.

and

po-

Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake
pedal.
Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged"
position (See "TO
TRANSPORT"
in the Operation section
of this manual).
Roll tractor forward off skid.
Remove banding holding deflector
shield up against tractor.

Operation
1.

mocation

(See

of controms}

TO DRmVE TRACTOR
ADJUST

SKmD

section

OFF
for

SKID

mocation

(See
and

function
of controms)
_WARNING:
Before starting, read, understand and follow atl 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. Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged"
position. (See "TO
TRANSPORT"
in the Operation section
of this manual).

4. Sit on seat in operatingposition,
depress clutch/brakepedal and set the
parking brake.
5. Placemotion controlleverin neutral
(N) position.
6. Press lift leverplungerand raise
attachmentlift leverto its highest position.
7. Start the engine.After engine has
started, movethrottle controlto idle
position.
8. Releaseparking brake.
9. Slowly movethe motioncontrol lever
forwardand slowly drive tractoroff
skid.
10.Apply braketo stop tractor,set parking
brakeand place motioncontrollever in
neutral position.
11.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.
Continue

with the instructions

Deflector
Shield

Plate

Latch
Hooks
TO CONVERTTO

DISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safe place. Your mower is now ready for
discharging
or installation
of optional grass
catcher accessory.
NOTE: It is not necessary
to change
blades. The mulching blades are designed
for discharging
and bagging also.

that follow.

REPOSmTmON RmGHT REAR

BAGGmNG

GAUGE

CHECK
For shipping purposes, the right rear
gauge wheel assembly
is mounted upside
down on the mower. Remove the gauge
wheel assembly
and reinstall from the
bottom as shown. To adjust gauge wheels,
see the Operation section in this manual.

TIRE

PRESSURE

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

DECK

LEVELNESS

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

mNSTALL

MULCHER

3.
4.

shield

upright position.
Place front of mulcher plate
of mower deck opening and
place, as shown.
Hook front latch into hole on
mower deck.
Hook rear latch into hole on
mower deck.

of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSmTmON
OF ALL BELTS
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.

PLATE

(if previousmy
removed}
1. Raise and hold deflector

section

over front
slide into

CHECK

BRAKE

SYSTEM

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

front of
back of

_CAUTmON:
Do not remove deflector
shield from mower.

V'CHECKMST
Before you operate your new tractor, we
wish to assure that you receive the best
performance
and satisfaction
from this
quality product.
Please review the following checklist:
v" 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.
,/Before
driving tractor, be sure freewheel
control is in "transmission
engaged"
position (see "TO TRANSPORT"
in the
Operation section of this manual).
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.
v" Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function.
Operate them
before you start the engine.
v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
v" It is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions
(See "TO
START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
this manual).

section

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

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

or in literature

supplied

with the product,

I\1
CHOKE

SLOW

FAST

IGNITION

ENGINE OFF

LIGHTS ON

ENGINE ON

ENGINE START

PARKING

BRAKE

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

PARKING BRAKE
UNLOCKED

t
OVER TEMP
LIGHT

FUEL

OIL PRESSURE

BATTERY

REVERSE

FORWARD

MOWER

HEIGHT

MOWER

LIFT

®@@@@
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

&
&
&

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
and/or property

damage.

DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY

injury

KEEP AREA CLEAR
(SEE SAFETY

SLOPE HAZARDS
RULES SECTION)

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

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.
FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death, serious injury and/or
property damage.

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.

ignition Switch

Light Switch
Position
Attachment
Clutch Switch

Hourmeter
Ammeter

Lift Lever
Plunger

Throttle/Choke
Control

Attachment
Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake
Pedal

o Height
Adjustment
indicator

Freewheel
Control

Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control
Lever

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

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER
- Used to release
attachment
lift lever when changing its
position,
LIGHT SWITCH POSiTiON
- Turns the

AMMETER
- Indicates charging (+) or
discharging
(-) of battery.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to
engage the mower blades or other attachments
mounted to your tractor.
ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER - Used to

headlights
on and off.
PARKmNG BRAKE LEVERLocks clutch/
brake pedal into the brake position.
THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROLUsed

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or
other attachments
mounted to your tractor.
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL - Used for

for starting and controlling
engine speed.
FREEWHEEL
CONTROL
- Disengagages
transmission
for pushing or slowly towing
the tractor with the engine off.
HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.

declutcNng
and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER - Selects the
speed and direction of tractor.
iGNITiON
SWmTOH - Used for starting
stopping the engine.

of the

and

1
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
standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety_
mask worn over spectacles.
HOW

TO USE YOUR

TO SET PARKING

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

BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing
switch. When engine
is running, any attempt by the operator
to leave the seat without first setting the
parking brake will shut off the engine.
1. Depress clutch/brake
pedal all the way
down and hold.
2. Pull parking brake lever up and release
pressure from clutch/brake
pedal.
Pedal should remain in brake position.
Make sure parking brake will hold 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
opping tractor on grass areas.
CAUTION:
Always stop tractor completely, as described
above, before leaving
the operator's
position.
TO USE THROTTLE

Attachment Clutch Switch
Pull out to "Engage"

Throttle/Choke

Always operate engine at full throttle,
o Operating engine at less than full
throttle reduces the battery charging
rate.
o Full throttle offers the best bagging and
mower performance.
TO MOVE

Key

"Disengaged"
Position

Position
Control Lever
Parking Brake
Push in to
"Engaged" Position "Disengage"

BLADES

2.
3.

DRIVE

BACKWARD

MOWER

lever to

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 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights
are approximate
and may vary depending
upon soil conditions,
height of grass and
types of grass being mowed.
o The average lawn should be cut to approximately
2-1/2 inches during the cool
season and to over 3 inches during hot
months.
For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
o For best cutting performance,
grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-

o To stop ground drive, depress clutch/
brake pedal all the way down.
o Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position.
iMPORTANT:
The motion control lever
does not return to neutral (N) position
when the clutch!brake
pedal is depressed,
ENGINE

AND

neutral (N) position.
Release parking brake.
Slowly move motion control
desired position.

TO ADJUST

o To stop mower blades, push attachment
clutch switch in to disengaged
position.
GROUND

FORWARD

The direction and speed of movement
is
controlled
by the motion control lever.
1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

STOPPING
MOWER

CONTROL

o Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to
slow position to allow 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.

tively high; the second

to desired

height.

TO ADJUST

GAUGE

Attachment Clutch Switch
Attachemnt
Pull Out To "Engage"
Lift Lever High
Position

WHEELS

Gauge wheels
are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground when
mower is at the desired cutting height in
operating position. Gauge wheels then
keep the deck in proper position to help
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions,
NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a fiat level
surface.
1, Lower mower and adjust mower to de m
sired cutting height(See
"TO ADJUST
MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in this
section of manual),
2, Remove retainer spring and clevis pin
which secure each gauge wheel bar.
3, Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise
gauge wheels slightly to align holes
in bracket and gauge wheel bar and
insert clevis pin, Gauge wheels should
be slightly off the ground.
4, Replace retainer spring into clevis pin,
5, Be sure all gauge wheels are in the
same setting,
IMPORTANT:
Be sure to readjust gauge
wheels if you change the cutting height
of the mower deck,

/'/"

,',
_,\

Shield
'Disengage"

_.X_

j
Deflector

TO OPERATE

ON HmLLS

_WARNmNG:
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 start_
ing up or down hills.
o Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills,
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 posi_
tion and engage parking brake.
o Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position.
IMPORTANT:
The motion control lever

Retainer
Spring

does not return to neutral (N) position
when the clutch/brake
pedal is depressed,
o To restart movement,
slowly release
parking brake and clutch/brake
pedal,
o Slowly move motion control lever to
slowest setting.
o Make all turns slowly,

Clevis
Pin
"- Z J"

TO OPERATE

Position
Low

MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator
presence sensing switch, Any attempt
by the operator to leave the seat with the
engine running and the attachment
clutch
engaged will shut off the engine, You must
remain fully and centrally positioned
in the
seat to prevent the engine from hesitating
or cutting off when operating your equipm
merit on rough, rolling terrain or hills,
1. Select desired height of cut.
2, Start mower blades by engaging attachment
clutch control.
TO STOP MOWER BLADES

TO TRANSPORT
When pushing or
sure to disengage
freewheel
control
Freewheel
control
drawbar of tractor.

towing your tractor, be
transmission
by placing
in freewheeling
position,
is located at the rear

1, Raise attachment
lift to highest posim
tion with attachment
lift control.
2, Pull freewheel
control out and down
into the slot and release so it is held in
the disengaged
position,
o Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH.
o To re-engage transmission,
reverse
above procedure,

disengage
attachment
clutch control,
_I, CAUTION:
Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield in place,

Transmission

Engaged

AII_CAUTmON: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
IMPORTANT:
When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C),
use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting.
CAUTmON: 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.

Disengaged

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

CARTS

AND

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

STARTING

THE

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. Be sure freewheel
control is in the

ENGmNE

ENGmNE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled
with summer weight oil.
1. Check engine oil with tractor on level
ground.
2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick
and wipe
clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw
cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary,
add oil until "FULL_' mark on dipstick is
reached.
Do not overfill.

transmission
engaged position.
Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake
pedal and set
parking brake.
Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.
Move attachment
clutch to disengaged
position.
5. Move throttle control to choke position.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm
and cold starting procedures
below.
6. 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
4.

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 GASOUNE
o Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank 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.

choke

position

and retry.

WARM
above)

WEATHER

STARTING

PURGE

(50 ° F and

To ensure proper operation and performance,
it is recommended
that the
transmission
be purged before operating
tractor for the first time. This procedure will
remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during
shipping of your tractor.
IMPORTANT:
Should your transmission
require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor,
1, Place tractor safely in an area that is
flat for approximately
80 feet in front of
the tractor and set the parking brake.
2, Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine,
After the engine is running, move
throttle control to slow position, With
motion control lever in neutral (N)
position, slowly disengage
clutch/brake
pedal.
3, Slowly move motion control lever to
full forward position and hold for five
(5) seconds, or approximately
40 feet,
Slowly move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds, or
approximately
20 feet. After the tractor
moves approximately
20 feet in reverse
return the motion control lever to the

7, When engine starts, move the throttle
control to the fast position.
o The attachments
and ground drive can
now be used, If the engine does not
accept the load, restart the engine and
allow it to warm up for one minute using
the choke as described above,
COLD WEATHER
STARTING ( 50 ° F and
below)
7, When engine starts, allow engine
to run with the throttle control in the
choke position until the engine runs
roughly, then move throttle control
to fast position, This may require an
engine warm-up period from several
seconds to several minutes, depending
on the temperature,
AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION

WARM

TRANSMISSION

Before driving the unit in cold weather,
the transmission
should be warmed up as
follows:
1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground,
2, Place the motion control lever in
neutral. Release the parking brake
and let the clutch/brake
slowly return
to operating position.
3. Allow one minute for transmission
to
warm up. This can be done during
the engine warm up period.
o The attachments
can also be used dur-

neutral (N) position, Repeat this procedure three (3) times.
Your transmission
is now purged and now
ready for normal operation,

ing the engine warm-up
period after the
transmission
has been warmed up.
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,)

MOWING

TIPS

MULCHING

o Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance.
See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"
in the
Service and Adjustments
section of this
manual,
o The left hand side of mower should be
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 trac m
tor. This will result in a more even distrim
bution 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.

(

MOWING

TIPS

IMPORTANT:
For best performance,
keep
mower housing free of builbup grass and
trash. Clean after each use.
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 recutm
ting 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, re_
duce your width of cut on each pass and
mow slowly,
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,
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.

F,LL,.OATES

AS YOU COM PLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check

T
R
A

/_9,_._"
f_r_%'4r_g-'4r_'_ll

Brake Pressure
Operation
Tire

for Loose

Mower

Blades

11_3

Lubrication

Check

Battery

Level

1_4

and Terminals

Chart

Clean

Battery

Check

Transaxle

Check

V-Belts

Check

Engine

Change

Engine

Oil (with oil filter)

Engine

Oil (without

Clean

Air Filter

Clean

Air Screen

lI_'1,2

oil filter)

11_'2

Oil Filter (If equipped)

Engine

_1,2

Arrester

Cooling

1_1,2

Fins

Replace

Spark

Replace

Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Plug

Replace

Fuel Filter

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

GENERAL

I1_

11_'2

Muffler/Spark

Replace

Change

Clean

Oil Level

Cooling

Inspect

_#
under

a heavy

in dirty

or dusty

load

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.

RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATmON CHART
_0 Spindle -Zerk
;"_r
n

Spindle
Zerk

_)Front Wheel

;(OFront Wheel

Zerk
Bearing
@Engine

. At least once a year you should replace
the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blades and belts for wear.

........

@ General
@ REFER

BEFORE EACH USE

_ng

,_ ,,

A new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper aiFfuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer,

1_2

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 trac m
tor.
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.

1.
2.
3,
4,

DATES

and

Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace

.......
SERVICE

_1_

Check Operator
Presence
Interlock Systems
Check

Zerk

"--,

019641

Purpose Grease
TO Maintenance

"ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT:
Do not oil or grease the
pivot points which have special nylon
bearings.
Viscous lubricants will attract
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the
selfqubricating
bearings.
If you feel they
must be lubricated,
use only a dry, pow_
dered 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,

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

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 seat tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant
may be purchased
from your local parts
dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry
rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
Be sure operator presence and interlock
systems are working properly.
If your tractor does not function as described,
repair
the problem immediately.
o The engine should not start unless
the 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 REMOVAL
1. 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.
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.
Trailing
Edge Up

Blade Center
Hole
Mandrel
Assembly

Flat Washer
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,

Blade
5/8" Bolt or Pin
Center Hole
BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging
which is sufficient for normal use,

system
How-

ever, 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 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
NOTE: The original equipment
battery on
your tractor is maintenance
free, Do not
attempt to open or remove caps or covers,
Adding or checking level of electrolyte
is
not necessary.
TO CLEAN
Corrosion

BATTERY

AND TERMINALS

and dirt on the battery and termi-

19nals can cause the battery to "leak" power.

1. Removeterminal guard.
2. DisconnectBLACKbattery cablefirst
then RED battery cable and remove
batteryfrom tractor.
3. Rinsethe batterywith plainwater and
dry.
4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends
with wire brush until bright.
5. Coat terminals with greaseor petroleumjelly.
6. Reinstallbattery (See"REPLACING
BATTERY"in the SERVICEAND ADJUSTMENTSsectionof this manual).
TRANSAXLE COOLING
The transmissionfan and coolingfins
should be kept clean to assureproper
cooling.
Do not attemptto clean fan or transmission while engine is runningor while the
transmissionis hot.Topreventpossible
damageto seals, do not use high pressure
water or steam to clean transaxle.
o Inspect coolingfan to be sure fan blades
are intact and clean.
o Inspect coolingfins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. Toprevent
damage to seals,do not use compressedair or high pressuresprayerto
clean coolingfins.
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxlewas sealedat the factory
and fluid maintenanceis not requiredfor
the lifeof the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or requireservicing, contact
a Searsor other qualified servicecenter.
V-BELTS
CheckV-beltsfordeteriorationandwear
after 100hoursof operationand replace
if necessary.The beltsare not adjustable.
Replacebeltsif they beginto slipfromwear.

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

-20

c -_0

-2_

TEMPERATURE

-1_

RANGE ANTICIPATED

oil Drain Valve

Closed
and
Locked
Position

Drain
Tube

Yellow Cap

3.
4.
5.

GRADES

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,

SAE VISCOSITY

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.

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.

ENGINE

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 "FULU' line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when finished.

100

BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
o]1 visc

cha_tl

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity
oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.)improve
starting in
cold weather, they will result in increased
oil consumption
when used above 32°R
Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from
running low on oil.

ENGINE

OraL HLTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season
or every other oil change if the tractor is
used more than 100 hours in one year.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner
after
20every

25 hours of operation

or every

season. Service paper cartridge every
100 hoursof operationor every season,
whicheveroccurs first.
Service air cleaner moreoften under dusty
conditions.
1. Pull up on air filter cover handleand
rotate towardsengine.
2. Removecover.
3. Carefully removeair filter cartridge and
pre-cleanerfrom base.
4. Clean basecarefully to preventdebris
from falling into carburetor.
NOTE:If very dirty or damaged,replace
cartridge.
5. Placenew pre-cleanerand cartridge
firmly in base.
6. Align tabs on coverwith slots in blower
housingand replacecover.
7. Hook handleon coverand pushdown
on handleto close.
iMPORTANT:Petroleumsolvents,suchas
kerosene,are not to be usedto clean the
cartridge. They may causedeteriorationof
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not
use pressurizedair to clean cartridge.

Clean out chaff and debris
Air Screen \

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 cool, 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
4.

and clamps
Immediately
line.

are properly positioned.
wipe up any spilled gaso-

Clamp__clamp

Prezcleaner_

Fuel Filter --_

Cartridge

CLEANING

Base_ _

CLEAN

AiR

o Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.
of all foreign matter.
o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
o Protect painted surfaces with automotive
type wax.
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.

Ta bs

SCREEN

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

COOUNG

Debris may
ing system.
clean area
and engine

SYSTEM

clog the engine's air coolRemove blower housing and
shown to prevent overheating
damage.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERmOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORIVImNG ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
1.
2.
3,
4.
5,
6.

Depress clutch/brake
pedal fully and set parking brake.
Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
Place attachment
clutch in "DISENGAGED"
position.
Turn ignition key 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
TO REMOVE MOWER
Mower will be easier to remove from the
right side of tractor,
1, Place attachment clutch switch in "DISENGAGED" position.
2, Move attachment lift lever forward to
lower mower to its lowest position.
3, Roll belt off electric clutch pulley,
4, Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring.
5, Disconnect suspension arms from rear
deck brackets by removing retainer
springs.
6, Disconnect front links from deck by
removing retainer springs,
7, Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms, Slide mower out from under tractor,

Suspension
Arms

iMPORTANT: If an attachment other than
the mower deck is to be mounted on the
tractor, remove the front links.
TO iNSTALL MOWER
1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
2. Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor.
3, Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
4. Connect front links to mower deck and
secure with retainer springs.
5. Connect suspension arms to rear
deck brackets and secure with retainer
springs.
6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis
bracket and secure with retainer spring.
7. Install belt into electric clutch pulley
groove.

Electric
Pulley
Front Link

Retainer
Spring
Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)
Anti-Sway
Bar
Shield

Retainer Spring

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

NOTE:
Each full turn of adjustment
nut
will change mower height about 1/8".
o Recheck measurements
after ad-

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on leveJ ground or driveway. Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this
manual). If tires are over or underinflated,
you will not properly adjust your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE
ADJUSTMENT
BUBBLE LEVEL
NOTE:
surface

If necessary,
below tractor

justing.
Bottom Edge of
Mower to Ground

WITH

check side4o-side
for levelness with a

long board and the bubble level.
o Using the lift lever, place mower in position where no part of the mower, including gauge wheels, is touching the ground.
o From left side of tractor, find the level
decal on top of mower and place bubble
level on decal as indicated.
o Mower is level side4o-side
when bubble
is between the two lines in the bubble
level.
o If adjustment
is necessary, under left
hand footrest,
turn lift link adjustment
nut (above yellow cap)in appropriate
direction to bring bubble between the
lines in the bubble level.
o Remove bubble level from mower and
store in a safe place.
Bubble Between/
Lines

FRONT-TO-BACK
ADJUSTMENT
iMPORTANT:
Deck must be leveJ side-toside. If the following front4o-back
adjustment is necessary,
be sure to adjust both
front links equally so mower will stay
level sideqo-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 tractor.
Measure distance "D" directly in front of
and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.
o Before making any necessary
adjustments, 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 number of turns. The two front links must
remain equal in length.
o When distance "D" is I/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against
trunnion on both front links.
o Recheck side4o-side
adjustment.

Bubble Level

Level Decal

_)\
Brake

f_._

Pedal

Bottom Edge of
Mower to Ground

Left Hand
Footrest
......_

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

ALTERNATE
SIDE-TO-SIDE
ADJUSTMENT
METHOD
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 adjustment 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.

TO CHECK

Mandrel

"D ....

TO CHECK
1.

MOWER

BLADE

DRIVE

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.

and
5.

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

BRAKE

Depress clutch!brake
pedal all the way
down and engage parking brake.
2. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
3. If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen
jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance
becomes 1-9/16".
Retighten jam nut
against nut "A".
4. Engage transmission
by placing
freewheel
control in "transmission

BELT INSTALLATION

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on
level surface.
Engage parking brake,

BRAKE

Park tractor on a level, dry concrete
paved surface, depress clutch/brake
pedal all the way down and engage
parking brake.
Disengage
transmission
by placing
freewheel
control in "transmission

TO ADJUST

BRAKE

disengaged"
position. Pull freewheel
control out and into the slot and release
so it is held in the disengaged
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.

Front Links

BELT REMOVAL

ADJUST

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable
brake system which is mounted on the
right side of the transaxie.
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.

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN
LENGTH

TO REPLACE
BELT

AND

engaged" position.
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.
With parking

Idler Pulleys

Mandrel
Pulley

brake "Engaged"

TO REPLACE

TRANSAXLE
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER NEUTRAL
ADJUSTMENT

MOTION DRIVE BELT

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

The motion control lever has been preset
at the factory and adjustment
should not
be necessary.
1. Loosen adjustment
bolt in front of the
right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.
2. Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move
forward or backward.

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. Disconnect
clutch wire harness.
3. Remove clutch Iocator.
4.
5.
6.

2.
3.

4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Remove belt from stationary
idler and
clutching idler.
Remove belt downward
from engine
pulley and around electric clutch.
Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.
Carefully remove belt upwards from
transmission
input pulley.
Remove belt from center span keeper
and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION
1.

control lever in that posiengine off.
motion control lever in
the adjustment
bolt.
control lever to the neu-

tral (N) (lock gate) position.
6. Tighten adjustment
bolt securely.
NOTE: If additional
clearance is needed
to get to adjustment
bolt, move mower
deck height to the lowest position.
After above adjustment
is made, if the
tractor still creeps forward or backward
while motion control lever is in neutral

Carefully work new belt down
input pulley.
Slide belt into the center span
Pull belt toward front of tractor
belt around electric clutch and

Hold motion
tion and turn
While holding
place, loosen
Move motion

position, follow these steps:
1. Loosen the adjustment
bolt.
2. Move the motion control lever 1/4

onto the
keeper.
and roll
onto

3.
4.
5.

engine pulley.
Install belt through stationary
idler and
clutching idler.
Reinstall clutch Iocator and tighten nut
securely.
Reconnect
clutch harness.

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to
creep.
Tighten adjustment
bolt securely.
Start engine and test.
If tractor still creeps, repeat above
steps until satisfied.
Neutral
Lock Gate

Motion Control Lever

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).

_-____ _

Clutch

TRANSMISSION
REPLACEMENT

Clutching -idler
Stationary----Idler
Center Span
Keeper

--,

Adjustment

Bolt

REMOVAL/

Should your transmission require removal for
service or replacement, it should be purged
after reinstaliation and before operating the
tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION"
in

....

Clutch

the Operation

Transmission --_
Input Pulley

..... ,f<,,

section of this manual.

TO ADJUST
ALIGNMENT

STEERmNG

WHEEL

TO ATTACH

JUMPER

Connect

one end of the RED cable

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.
FRONT WHEEL TOEqN/CAMBER

to the POSITIVE
(+) terminal of each
battery(A-B),
taking care not to short
against tractor chassis.
Connect one end of the BLACK cable

The front wheel

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

toe-in and camber

are not

TO REMOVE

a Sears

WHEEL

or other qualified

FOR

TO REMOVE
ORDER -

REPAIRS

1.
2.

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 slow leaks, purchase and
use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant
also prevents

BLACK

cable first from chassis

and

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

02614

REPLACING

Fully Charged
Battery

BATTERY

_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

Retaining Ring
Axle

first to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.
1. Lift hood to raised position.
2. Remove terminal guard.
3. Disconnect
BLACK battery cable
then RED battery cable and carefully
remove battery from tractor.
4. Instati new battery with terminals
in
same position as old battery.
5. Reinstall terminal guard.
6. First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) battery terminal with hex
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.
7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely
8. Close terminal access doors.
9. Close hood.

Cover _
Square Key
(Rear Wheel Only) ---------_
WITH

REVERSE

Weak or Dead
Battery

tire dry rot and corrosion.

ENGINE

CABLES,

Washers

TO START
BATTERY

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

adjustable
on your tractor. If damage has
occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or
camber, contact
service center.

CABLES

A WEAK

A(_,WARNING:
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.

Keps Nut

Hex Bolt

Positive
(Red) Cable

Terminal
Guard

Negative
(Black) Cable

'( '

TO ADJUST THROTTLE

TO REPLACE
HEADLIGHT
BULB
1. Raise hood.
2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.
3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in
the backside of the grill.
4. Close hood.
iNTERLOCKS
AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may
your tractor to run poorly, stop
prevent it from starting.
o Check wiring. See electrical
diagram in the Repair Parts
TO REPLACE
FUSE

cause
running,

wiring
section.

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

HOOD

AND

Maintenance,
repair, or replacement
of
the emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers
expense, may be performed
by any nomroad
engine repair establishment
or individual,
Warranty repairs must be performed by an
authorized
engine manufacturer's
service
outlet,

CONTROL

The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment
should not be nec_
essary. Check adjustment
as described
below before loosening cable, If adjust_
merit is necessary,
proceed as follows:
1, With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke posF
tion. 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,
Governor
Cor_<_

Governor
_,er

/Oorltro'

Plate

GRmLL AS-

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
reconnect the headlight wire connector,

Headlight
Connector

Wire

Ho,es
A' %

&o_;;_ --

ott,e

Cable

TO ADJUST

FINAL

CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is
low emission.
It is equipped with an idle
fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,
which allows some adjustment
within the
limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt
to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap
cannot be removed without breaking the
adjusting needle.
The carburetor
has been preset at the
factory and adjustment
should not be nec m
essary. However, minor adjustment
may
be required to compensate
for differences
in fuel, temperature,
altitude or load. If the
carburetor
does need adjustment,
proceed
as follows:
In general, turning idle mixture valve in
(clockwise)
decreases
the supply of fuel to
the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixm
ture, Turning the idle mixture valve out
(counterclockwise)
increases the supply
of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air
mixture,
iMPORTANT:
Damage to the needle
valve and the seat in carburetor
may result
if screw is turned in too tight,
PRELIMINARY

SETTING

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

properly

(see above),

SETTING

Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes,
Make final adjustments
with
engine running and shift/motion
control
lever in neutral (N) position.
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.
While still holding throttle lever against
idle speed screw, turn idle mixture
valve full travel clockwise then coum
terclockwise
until engine runs rough.
Turn valve to a point midway between
those two positions,
Release throttle
lever,

ACCELERATION

TEST

Move throttle control lever from slow
to fast position.
If engine hesitates or
dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coum
terclockwise)
1/8 turn, Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until
engine accelerates
smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted,
Do
not adjust - damage may result.
iMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set
for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high
speed setting can be dangerous.
If you
think the enginemgoverned
high speed
needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center, which has proper
equipment
and experience
to make any
necessary
adjustments.
/Throttle

Idle Mixture Valve
With Limiter

Immediately
prepare your tractor for stoF
age at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
A(_WARNING:
Never store the tractor
with gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.

Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol
or using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation
and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage.
o Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty.
o Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
o Use fresh fuel next season.

TRACTOR
Remove

mower

from tractor

storage. When mower
period of time, clean it
all 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

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative
in minimizing
the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container.
Run engine
at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

(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.

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and
carburetor
if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGmNE Oral

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.

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance
section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
1.
2.

BATTERY
o Fully charge the battery for storage.
o After a period of time in storage, battery
may require recharging.
o 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

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

plug(s).

OTHER
o Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
o Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
o If possible, store your tractor indoors
and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt.

the Maintenance
section of this manual).
o After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they
cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.

o Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain mois-

o If battery is removed from tractor for
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.

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

FUEL SYSTEM

engine

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

and exhaust

areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART:
See appropriate
section
in nqanuam unmess directed
PROBLEM
Wiii

CAUSE

not start

Hard

to start

Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.
Engine flooded.

Engine clicks
wiii not start

loss

of power

but

center

ENGINE"

Operation section.
3. Wait several minutes

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

4.
5.
6.
7.

8.
9.

Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor
out of adjustment.

8.
9.

before

attempting
to start.
Replace spark plug.
Clean/replace
air filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.
Check all wiring.
See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

10. Engine valves out of
adjustment,

10.

1. Dirty air filter.
2. Bad spark plug.
3. Weak or dead battery.
4. Dirty fuel filter.
5. Stale or dirty fuel.

1. Clean/replace
air filter.
2. Replace spark plug.
3. Recharge or replace battery.
4. Replace fuel filter.
5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank
with fresh, clean gasoline.
6. Check all wiring.
7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in
Service and Adjustments
section.
8. Contact a Sears or other

Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor
out of adjustment.

8, Engine valves out of
adjustment.
not

1. Fill fuel tank.
2. See "TO START

4.
5.
6.
7.

6.
7.

Engine wiii
turn over

service

CORRECTION

1. Out of fuel.
2.

to Sears

1. Brake pedal not depressed.
2. Attachment clutch is engaged.
3. Weak or dead battery.
4. Blown fuse.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.
Faulty solenoid or starter.

Faulty operator
switch(es).

presence

qualified

service

center.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

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

service

center.

1. Weak or dead battery.
2. Corroded battery terminals.
3. Loose or damaged wiring.
4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Recharge or replace battery.
2. Clean battery terminals.
3. Check all wiring.
4. Check/replace
solenoid or
starter.

1. Cutting
fast.

too much grass/too

2.
3.

Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
Build-up of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.

4.
5.

Dirty air filter.
Low oil level/dirty

oil.

Raise cutting height/reduce
speed.
2. Adjust throttle control.
3. Clean underside of mower
housing.
4. Clean/replace
air filter.
5. Check oil level/change
oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING
See appropriate

CHART:

section

in manual

unless

directed

CAUSE

PROBLEM

Loss of power
(continued)

7.
8.

Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.

Water in fuel.

11.
12.
13,
14.

center

5.
6.

plug wire loose.

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

15. Engine valves out of
adjustment.
Excessive
vibration

service

CORRECTION

5. Low oil leveVdirty oil.
6. Faulty spark plug.

10. Spark

to Sears

qualified

Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged

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

Engine continues
to run when
operator
leaves
seat with
attachment
clutch engaged

Faulty operator=safety
presence control system.

Poor

Worn,

bent or loose

Mower

deck not level.

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

blade.

Check wiring, switches and
connections.
If not corrected,
contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

2.
3.
4.

housing.
Contact a Sears or other

Clogged mower deck vent
from build-up of grass, leaves,
and trash around mandrels.

qualified service center.
Clean around mandrels to

Obstruction
mechanism.

Remove

obstruction.

Worn/damaged
belt.

Replace

mower drive

3.
4.

Frozen
Frozen

3.
4.

Replace idler pulley.
Contact a Sears or other

and

in clutch
mower

idler pulley.
blade mandrel.

drive

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

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

wiii

part(s).

center.

Worn,

Mower blades
not rotate

blade.

service

cut - uneven

bent or loose

Check oil level/change
oil.
Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
7. Replace fuel filter.
8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank
with fresh, clean gasoline.
9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gas=
oline and replace fuel filter.
10. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
11. Clean engine air screen/fins.
12. Clean/replace
muffler.
13.Check
all wiring.
14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
15. Contact a Sears or other

open vent holes.

qualified

service

belt.

center.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
[PROBLEM
Poor grass
discharge

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine

speed

too slow.

2.
3.

Travel speed
Wet grass.

Mower

Low/uneven

Worn,

7.
8.

Buildup of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
Mower drive belt worn.

Blades

too fast.

deck not level.
tire air pressure.

bent or loose blade.

improperly

10. Improper

blades

installed.
used.

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

Place throttle

control

"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,

i Headiight(s)
not
working
i(if so equipped)

1. Switch is "OFF".
2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.
3. Faulty light switch.
4. Loose or damaged wiring.
5. Blown fuse.

1. Turn switch "ON".
2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).
3. Check/replace
light switch.
4. Check wiring and connections.
5. Replace fuse.

[Battery
icharge

1.
2.
3.

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

1.
2.
3.

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

Replace

Freewheel

Place freewheel

"engaged"
position.
Replace motion drive belt.

Purge transmission.

wiii not

4.
Loss of drive

1.
2.
3.

Engine "backfires"
when turning
iengine "OFF"

control

"disengaged"
position.
Motion drive belt worn,
damaged,
or broken.
Air trapped in transmission
during shipment or servicing.
Engine throttle control not set
at "SLOW" position for 30
seconds before stopping
engine.

alternator,

Move throttle

control

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

engine.

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.2736402

SCHEMATIC

BLACK

RED

BATi-ERY

SOLENOID
I
I

STARTER
BLACK

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH
I

DIODE
SEAT SWITCH
(NOT OCCUPIED)

)
I

GROUNDING
CONNECTOR

)
_

NE
/

(71_

IGNITION

UNIT
CHARGING

FUEL

SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

RED

SYSTEM

PLUGS

_"_
BLACK

_)_,_l

_PARK

J_
OUTPUT

/gAMP

DC @ 3600 RPM

REGULATOR

GAP

)

PLUGS
-ON TWIN(2 CYL
ENGINES)

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM
/.(REGULATOR

DISCONNECTED

Jk._,,j'

'_ .................
|

ALTERNATOR

D
©
REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

PTO SWITCH
POSITION

CIRCUIT

OFF

C+G,B+H

C+F,B+E,A+D

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS
IGNITION
POSITION

SWITCH

CIRCUIT

"MAKE"

OFF

M+G+A1

NONE

ON + LIGHT_

B+A1

L+A2

B + A1

NONE

START

B + S + A1

NONE

02781

HEADLIGHTS

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

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.2736402

ELECTRICAL

I
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NUMBER

917.2736402

ELECTRmCAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRiPTiON

1
2
8
10
11
12
16

163465
74760412
7603J
145211
150109
145769
176138

Battery
Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4
Tray Battery
Bolt Btr Front 1/4o20 x 7ol/2
Holddown
Battery Front Mount
Nut Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4
Switch Interlock

21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29

175688
4152J
8860R
146148
175158
73510400
145491
121305X

Harness Light
Bulb Light
Cable Starter
Cable Battery
Fuse
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20
Cable Ground
Switch Seat

30
33
40
41
42
43
45
46
50
55
79
80

175566
140403
188031
17720408
131563
178861
122822X
169635
174652
17490508
175242
146685

Switch Ignition
Key Molded
Harness Ignition
Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
Cover Terminal
Solenoid
Ammeter
Hourmeter
Switch PTO
Screw Thdrol 5/16o18 x 1/2
Socket Asm Bulb _wistlock
Harness Clutch EVX

169639

Bracket

NOTE:

Snapqn

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25,4 mm

unc

given

in U,S. inches

TRACTOR
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AND ENCLOSURES

CHASSIS

NUMBER

917.2736402

217

278

/
54
158
_. 209

209
209

209

-145

>209
209
14

209

206
chassis-stealth,stlt

209

TRACTOR
- - MODEL
CNASSmS AND ENCLOSURES

NUMBER

917.2736402

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
9
10
11
13
14
17
20
26
28
29
30
31
37
38
54
58

174619
176554
161566X428
72140608
167203
188702X010
17490608
175260X615
162026
STD541437
174515X615
161840
188572X615
139976
17490508
175710
161464
175351

Chassis
Drawbar
Dash
Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1
Panel Dash LH
Panel Dash RH
ScrewThdrol
3/8o16 x 1/2
Hood Assembly
Plate Battery
Locknut Hex with Insert 3/8-16 unc
Gdlle
Lens Bar
Fender/Footrest
Bracket Fender/Support
ScrewThdrol
5/16o18 x 1/2TYT
Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear
Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
Duct Hood

59
60
64
74
90
142

187495
STD533707
174997
STD541437
124346X
175702

Bushing 1_375 OD
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uric x 3/4
Dash Lower
Nut Crownlock
3/8-16 unc
Nut Self Thrd Wshd 1/4 Zinc
Plate Reinforcement

143
144
145
154
155
158
159
161
206
209
217
278

186689
175582
156524
161897
161900
162037
191120X428
164655
170165
170006!2
179132X428
191611

Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Footrest
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Bracket Dash Rh
Bracket Dash Lh
Parking Brake Bkrt
Cupholder
Bumper Extrusion ,600 x 3.50
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18
Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
Console Fuel Window
Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

NOTE:

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25,4 mm

given in U,S. inches

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2736402
GROUND DRIVE

59 158
202

5oJt
_150

I
82 165 156

166

51
151

36
52

30
29
252
22
55
19
52 25

drive-hydro.stlt

TRACTOR--

MODEL

NUMBER

917.2736402

GROUND DRIVE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART
NO. NO.

8
9
10

165866
160889
STD561210

Transaxle Peerless LTH200O
(See Breakdown)
Rod Shift Fender Adjust
Clutch
PinCotterl/8xl
CAD

64
65
66
69
74

14
15
16
17
19
21
22
23
24
25
27
28
29
30
32
33
34
35
36
37
36
39
41
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
55
56
57
59
61
62
63

10040400
74490544
STD541431
126197X
STD541437
130564
178141
171258
73350600
106888X
STD561210
175765
124236X
169592
74760512
72140506
175578
120183X
19211616
1572H
179114
72110622
175556
127783
154407
123205X
72110612
STD541437
STD541431
105710X
105709X
17060620
178138
169691
17120614
123533X
175414

Washer Lock Hvy Helical
Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 unc
Washer 1-1/2 x 15/32 x 1/4
Nut Lock Hex WiWsh 3/8-16 unc
Knob 1/2-13
Rod Brake
Bracket Anti-Rotation
Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc
Spring, Brake Rod
Pin Cotter l/8 x 3/4 CAD.
Rod Parking Brake
Cap Parking Brake
Bracket Transaxle
Bolt Hex Hd 8/16-18 unc x 3/4
Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4
Shaft Foot Pedal
Bearing Nylon
Washer
Pin Roll
Pulley Composite
Bolt RDHD 3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4 Gr. 5
Keeper Belt Idler
Pulley IdlerV-Groove
Bellcrank Clutch
Retainer Belt
Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
Nut Crownlock
3/8-16 unc
Nut Crewnlock
5/16-18 unc
Link Clutch
Spring Return Clutch
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
V-Belt
Keeper Center Span
Screw 3/8-16 x .875
Cover Pedal
Pulley Engine

75
76
77
78
81
82
83
85
89
95
112
120
144
150
151
156
158
159
161
162
163
165
166
168
169
197
198
202
245
246
247
251
252
263

DESCRIPTION

173937
STD551143

Bolt Hex 7/16-20
Washer

x 4 Gr. 5

154778
142432

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

137057
121749X

Spacer
Washer 25/32 x1-1/4

STD581075
123583X
121748X
178139
165711
19171216
150360
188309)(428
178134
19091210
73900600
19111016
175456
19133210
166002
165589
183900
72140406
73680400
74780416
165623
17490510
165492
165589
169613
169593
72110614
178122
178121
181462
17060516
19131616
17000612

E-Ring
Key Square
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
Shaft Asm Cress Tapered
Spring Torsion
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Nut Lock Center 1/4-28 FNTHD
Console Shift

x16 Ga.

Disconnect Asm Rod Bypas LTH
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16
Washer 11132x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Spacer Retainer
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1.125
Bracket Shift Mount
Hub Shift
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5
Nut Crownlock1/4-20 unc
Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 uricx 1 Gr. 5
Bracket Pivot Lever
Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
Plate Fastening
Nyliner Snap-In 5/8"1D
Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd
Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5
Strap Torque Lh LTH2000
Strap Torque Rh LTH2000
Link ShiftTransaxle LTH2000
Screw 5/16-18 x 1
Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Ga.
Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/6-16 x 3/4

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

2/05
39

TRACTOR
STEERING ASSEMBLY

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.2736402

13
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33
34

/
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4,_f

\14395
8

15
35

steering

stealth

prem 3

STEERING

TRACTOR
ASSEMBLY

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.2736402

KEY PART
NO. NO,

DESCRiPTiON

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
11
12
13
15
17
29
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40

159944X428
184706
169840
169839
6266H
121748X
12000029
175121
STD551137
73940800
136518
145212
177883
17000612
171888
19111216
10040500
73540500
155105
152927
159946X428
19182411
73540600

Wheel Steering
Axle Asm
Spindle Asm LH
Spindle Asm RH
Bearing Race Thrust Harden
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga,
Ring Klip #t5304-75
Link Drag
Washer Lock Hvy HIc! Spr 3/8
Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf
Spacer Bearing Axle Front
Nut Hex Flange Lock
Shaft Asm Steering
Screw
3/8o16 x 3/4
Rod Tie
Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga,
Washer Lock HIcl Spr 5/16
Crown!ock
Nut 5/16o24 unf
Bushing Strg
Screw
Insert Cap Strg Wh
Washer 9/16 ID x !-1/20D
11 Ga,
Nut Crownlock
3/8-24

41
42
43

159945
163888X428
12!749X

Adaptor Wheel
Boot Steering
Washer25/32

46
65
67
68

184946X505
160367
72110618
169827

Cap Spindle
Spacer Brace Axle
Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8o16 unc x 2_1/4
Axle Brace

71
73
82
87
88

175146
160135X428
169835
173966
175118

Steering Asm,
Extension Steering Stealth
Bracket Susp. Chassis Front
Washer Flat .781 x 1ol/2 x ,15
Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 uric

91
95

175553
188967

Clip Steering
Washer Harden

NOTE: All component
1 inch = 25,4 mm

dimensions

Strg
1 1/4x

16Ga,

.793 x 1,637 x .060

given

in U.S, inches

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.2736402

ENGINE

/
81

I
I

38
14

3337

29
23

OPTIONAL
Spark

EQUIPMENT
Arrester
engine-bs.lcyf

KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3

176636X505
191611

4
13
14
23
29
31
32
33

137352
165291
148456
169837
137180
179022
179124X428
123487X

KEY PART
NO, NO,

DESCRIPTION
Control Throttle/Choke
Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex
Engine Briggs Model
31P777-0348-E1
(See Breakdown)
Muffler Asm Twin Lo=Tone
Muffler Gasket
Tube Drain oil
Shield Heat
Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)
Tank Fuel 4,0 Rear

37
38
41
45
62
72
78
81
112

8543R
181654
139277
17000612
10010500
71070512
17060620
73510400
3645J

DESCRIPTION
Line Fuel
Plug Drain Oil Easy
Stem Tank Fuel
Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16

x 3/4

WAsher Split
Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16=18 x 3/4
Screw 3/8o16 x 1=1/4
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc
Bushing

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

Cap Asm Fue!
Clamp Hose Black

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.2736402

SEAT ASSEMBLY

18
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9

5
22

\25

_13
17
seat

Itknob

\\\\

12
14

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

180598
180166
STD523710
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
17000616
19131614
180186
166369
121246X

Seat
Bracket Pivot Seat
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8+16 unc x 1
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga
CNp Pushdn
Nut Hex w/Ins 3/8+16 unc
Spring Seat Cprsn
Screw 3/8+16 x 1-1/2
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga+
Pan Seat
Knob Seat Adj Wingnut
Bracket Mounting Switch

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

DESCRIPTION

13
14
15
16
17
18
21
22
24
25

121248X
72050412
121249X
123740X
123976X
124238X
171852
STD541431
19171912
127018X

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk I/4+20 x 1+1/2
Spacer SpNt 28 x +88 Zinc
Spring Cprsn Plate 1,310 Ga
Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Zinc
Cap Spring Seat
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc
Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16+18
Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x 62

NOTE:

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25,4 mm

given

in U.S, inches

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.2736402

DECALS

11
16

7
9

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

167407
136047
186242
186243
166572
146046
164096
179128
192829
156439
189088
172331
133644

WHEELS

26
KEY

PART

DESCRIPTION

NO,

DESCRIPTION

Reflector

160396

15
16
18
20
21
23
26
- - -- - -

187408
164065
156811
149516
186331
189020
181470
178392
1843!0X428
18431 lX428
192450
192451

Decal V-Belt Schematic
Decal Reflector RH
Decal Steering Wheel
Decal Fender Opr.
Decal Battery
Decal Hood Side Panel
Decal Engine
Decal Deck level
Decal Chassis Disconnect
Pad Footrest ST/LT LH
Pad Footrest ST/LT RH

Decal Battery Diehard Sears
Decal Hood RH
Decal Hood LH
Decal Fender Craftsman
Decal V-Belt Drive Schematic
Decal Dash
Decal Deck Caution
Decal Replacement
Hood
Decal Fender Danger
Decal Panel Dash
Decal Mower Heavy-Duty
Decal Replacement
Parts

KEY PART
NO, NO,

&TIRES

5,8
4,10
7

wheel

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

59192
65139
106222X
59904
106732X624
278H
9040H

8
9
10
11
--

106108X624
122082X
7152J
104757X428
144334

Manual
Manual

Owner's
Owner's

English
Spanish

DESCRIPTION
Cap Valve Tire
Stem Valve
Tire FTs 15 x 6 0 - 6 Service
Tube Front (Service item Only)
Rim Asm 6" front Service
Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)
Bearing Flange (Front Wheel
Only)
Rim Asm 8" rear Service
Tire RTs 20 x 10-8 C Service
Tube Rear (Service item Only)
Cap Axle BIk ! 50 x 1 00
Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

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

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.2736402

LiFT ASSEMBLY

38
40

3
36

4
13

6
5

J#_

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
11
12
13
15
16
17

179504
159476
188822
12000002
19211621
120183X
175830
139865
139866
4939M
173288
73350800
175689

DESCRIPTION
Plunger Assembly
Shaft Assembly,
Lift
Pin Groove
E=Ring
Washer
21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
Bearing Nylon
Grip Handle Fluted
Link Lift LH.
Link Lift R.H.
Retainer Spring
Link Front Susp
Nut Hex Jam 1/2-13 unc
Trunnion

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

DESCRiPTiON

18
19
20
31
32
36
37
38
40
41

73800800
139868
163552
169865
73540600
155097
123935X
17060516
19112410
155098

Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 unc
Arm Asm Suspension
Mower
Retainer Spring
Bearing Pivot Lift
Nut Crown!ock
3/8-24
Pointer Height indicator
Plug Hob
Screw 5/16-18 x 1
Washer11/32xl-1/2xlOGa.
indicator
Height Stlt

NOTE:

Front Susp

lift-rh.lpiece

All component
dimensions
1 inch = 25,4 mm

given in U,S. inches

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.2736402

MOWER DECK

144 ,:_.....
4s

140 -

117

34
2

23 24

, 138
<,

149

6
19F

21
42

D,elec.t-path.adjwl.stlt

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.2736402

MOWER DECK
KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART
NO, NO.

1
2

182032
STD533107

Mower
Bolt

92
94

STD541437
132264

3
4
5
6
8
9
10

138017
165460
STD624008
178024
850857
STD551137
140296

Bracket Asm Sway Bar Front
Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"
Retainer Spring
Bar Sway Deck
Bolt Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
Washer Lock
Washer Hardened

95
101
102
103
104
105
106

180533
136420
71081010
19061216
STD551110
160793
2029J

134149

- -

139775

- -

138971

(The following blades are available)
Blade 42" Mulching STD
(For mulching mowers only)
Blade 42" Mulching Premium
(For better wear when mulching)
Blade 42" Hi-Lift

113
116
117
118
119
129

17060512
4898H
165746
73930600
19121414
19131312

137645

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

128774
110485X
174493
72140505
132827
159770
STD541431
177563
105304X
123713X
110452X
130968X428
19111016

(For bagging or discharge)
Shaft Assembly
Mandrel Vented
(Inc!. Key Number 6)
Housing MandrelVented
Bearing Ball Mandrel
Stripper Mower Deck
Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt Shoulder
Baffle Vortex
Nut Crownlock
5/16-18 uric
Bracket Deflector
Cap Sleeve
Spring Torsion Deflector
Nut Push
Shield Deflector
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

130
131
132
134
135

STD523710
STD533710
17000612
156941
159765

136
138

155986
159763

139

159767

140

159768

143
144
145

157109
158634
165888

29
30
31
32
33
34

131491
173984
187690
153535
178342
STD533717

Rod Hinge
Screw Thdro! Rolling
Washer Spacer
Pulley Mandrel
Nut Toplock Flanged
Bolt

146
148
149
150
159
182

171977
169022
165898
19091210
STD533717
179126

36
40
44
45
46
54
55
56
59
61
68
91

131494
73900600
140088
STD624003
137729
178515
155046
165723
141043
174882
174883
180532

Pulley Idler Flat
Nut Lock 3/8-16 unc
Guard Mandrel L.H.
Retainer
Screw Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8
Washer Hardened
Arm idler
Spacer Retainer
Guard Tuv idler (94)
Spring Ext Elect Clutch
\!_Belt
Bracket Roller Nose LH

183
184
--

163552
19131410
130794

181542

Housing

Wsh

DESCRIPTION
Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16
Roller Nose
Bracket Roller Nose RH

unc

Cover Mulching 42" Black
Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x 5/8
Washer #10
',Hasher Lock
Latch Asm Bagger
Nut Weld
Screw 5/16-18
Bolt Shoulder
Wheel Gauge
Nut Crown!ock
3/8-1
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
VVasher 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1Gr. 5
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uric x 1
Screw Hexwsh Thdrl 3/8-16 x 3/4
Pin Head Rivet
Bracket
LH

Asm Wheel

Gauge

Rear

Bar Adj.
Bracket
RH
Bracket
RH
Bracket
LH
Bracket

Gauge Wheel
Asm Wheel Gauge

Rear

Asm Wheel

Gauge

Front

Asm Wheel

Gauge

Front

Arm

Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Carraige Idler
Spring Return Idler
Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc
VVasher 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16
Rod Roller Nose

unc x 1-3/4

Retainer Spring
Washer 3/8
Mandrel Assembly
(Includes
housing, shaft and shaft hardware
only-pulley
not included)
Replacement
Mower, Complete
(Std. Deck-Order
separately
mulch cover, gauge wheels and
nose roller components
key nos.
101 - 106, 5, 116- 119, 134, 136
and 91, 94, 95, 132, 182, 183).

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

TRACTOR
pEERLSSS

TRANSAXLE

- "_ODEL

NUMBER

917.2736402

- " MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

150

115

283

"_'

49 '

109

65-

"-1!4

127

-87

.... 19o

203

20(_"

208

185_

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.2736402
PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
772151
3
770135
5
776355
6
778263
9
786197
13
778368
14
778368
15
778373
17
786139
22
792194
23
792195
25
792073A
26
792125
28
792035
29
780065
31
780189
36
790071
37
790007
38
799021
40
792204
41
790102
42
792202
42A 792203
43
792171
44A 790100
44B 790099
45
790101
47
774869
48
774688
49
778378
56
778379
65
780195
67
776440

KEY
NO,

PART
NO.

70
79
85
87
99
100
101
102
103
104
105
196
107
109
113
114
115
127
150
157
180
182
183
184
185
190
191
200

786196
792201
792154
788088A
792141
792200
792199
792184
792193
792198
780096
766162
792046
788194
786199
786200
786198
784384
788093A
788102
730229
788103
792118
792196
798050
792150
792151
794787

203
206
207
208
209
210

798044
798055
798053
798040
798054
794788

DESCRIPTION

DESCRMPTION
Cover LH.
Case
Counter Shaft
Spur Gear 11T
Neutral Sleeve (.572)
Bevel Gear (Incl. 14) (13 Teeth)
Bevel Gear (Incl. 13) (13Teeth)
Ring Gear (54 Teeth)
Drive Pin
Spring
Washer .750 ID
Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
Retaining Ring
Retaining Ring
Washer .627 _D .991W
Washer .563 ID .062W
Brake Disk
Brake Pad Plate
Brake Pad
Roll Pin .25
Brake Lever
Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4
Screw, !0-24 x .500
inside Brake (Mach)
Outside Brake (Casting)
Actuator Rod
Axle 16.812
Axle 11.625
Spur Gear 18T
Spur Gear 81T
Washer .7501D .062W
Brakeshaft

Spacer .625.765
Spring
Oil Fill Plug
Oil Seal 3/4"
Washer .3771D .058W
Snubber Washer
Snubber Spring .471D
Washer .4371D .078W
Screw, 1/4-28 x ,490
Nut, 3/8-24
Washer.625 ID ,057W
S_eeveAssembly
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"
"O" Ring
Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 157)
S_eeveAss'y (_ncl. 87)
Sleeve Assembly (Ind. 87)
Shift Lever Ass'y (_ncl. 109)
Liquid Gasket RTV Silicon
Oil Sea19/16qD
BOil Spec. (80W90)
Grommet
Relief Valve
Hose Barb
Tubing 1t2 x 5
Washer
Nut 7/16-20
Differential (Gear Reduction
Drive)
Pulley & Hub Ass'y
Disconnect Lever
Mounting Plate
Fan
Control Lever
Hydro Module LH Fender
Control

BRIGGS

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.2736402
ENGiNE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1

884?11_
584_
9_

159

12641_

146 _1

128_

741
358 ENGINE GASKET SET

868_)
943 0

617 0

8420

524

I
I

1019 LABEL KIT
1330 REPAIR MANUAL

2O
I

1058
MANUAL
[ OWNER'S
1329 REPLACEMENT

I I 1036] EMISSION
ENGINE

LABEL

48 SHORT BLOCK

7506
305A _L_

388_>_
643

1070
729
801
697 _

1088
_

1040

3o8_

803_

828_

10441
_

310 1

783®J

501

802 @

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.2736402
BRIGGS ENGmNE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3

697174
399265
391086

Cylinder Assembly
Kit-Bushing/Sea!
(MagnetoS!de)
Seal-Oi! (Magneto Side)

108
108A
117

690464
692344
694352

Valve-Choke
(Manual Choke)
\/alve-Choke
(Choke A Mat!c)
Jet-Main (Standard)

4
5
7
9
11
12

697188
698147
699168
697109
697113
697110

Sump-Engine
Head-Cylinder
Gasket-Cylinder
Gasket-Breather
Tube-Breather
Gasket-Crankcase

118
121
125
127
130
131

697228
697241
698445
695005
691750
494379

13
15
16

690360
690946
697127

133
137
141

494381
281165
495097

20
22
23
24
25

690947
692125
693556
222698
699052

Seal-Oi! (PTO Side)
Screw (Crankcase
CoverSump)
Flywheel
Key-Flywheel
Piston Assembly
(Standard)

141A
142
146
186
187

495931
697140
691639
698174
697098

699051
697559
698469
697099

Piston Assembly
(.020"
Oversize)
Ring Set (Standard)
Ring Set (.020" Oversize)
Lock-Piston
Pin
Pin-Piston

187A
188
192
202
209
216

698417
691693
691986
691841
692208
691840

697126
697263

Rod-Connecting
Rod-Connecting

222
227

694042
691374

32
33
34

692852
695760
695761

Undersize)
Screw (Connecting
Valve-Exhaust
Valveqntake

232
238
240
265

691842
691843
691035
691024

35
36
37

691279
691279
697352

Spring-Valve
(Intake)
Spring-Valve
(Exhaust)
Guard-Flywheel

267
276
304

695134
692255
699829

42
43
45
46
48
50

691752
691968
690564
698492
697762
690193

Keeper-Valve
Slinger-Governor/Oil
Tappet-Valve
Camshaft
Short Block
Manifoldqntake

305
305A
306
307
309
310

697102
697103
697107
691003
693551
690323

51
53
54

692137
690227
691148

.O_:+ Gasket-Intake
Stud (Carburetor)
Screw (tntake Manifold)

311
333
334

497608
492341
691061

73
74
78
89
93
94

697133
697897
691003
690283
690602
498030

337
356
358
363

691043
697089
697191
19203

95
98
104
105
106

691636
495800
690525
231855
691780

*+
*
*

Screw (Cylinder
Plug-Oil Drain
Crankshaft
*

699054
26
27
28
29

O
O
O

ScreemRotating
Screw (Rotating
Screw (Flywheel
Plug-Oil
Bushing-Throttle
Kit-Idle Mixture

Head

Head)

(Standard)
(.020"
Rod)

Screen)
Guard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)
Kit-Carburetor
Overhaul
Carburetor
Plug-Welch
Valve-Throttle
Kit-Throttle
Shaft
F!oat-Carburetor
O$

Gasket-Float

Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)
Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A Matic)
Nozzle-Carburetor

Bowl

Key-Timing
Connector-Hose
Line-Fue!
Line-Fue!
Screw (Control
Adjuster-Rocker
Link-Mechanical
Spring-Governor
Link-Choke
Bracket-Contro!
Lever-Governor

Bracket)
Arm
Governor

Control

Spring-Governor
Cap-Valve
Filter-Fuel

Clamp-Casing
Screw (Casing
Washer-Sealing
Housing-Blower

Clamp)

Screw (Blower Housing)
Screw (Blower Housing)
Shield-Cylinder
Screw (Cylinder Shield)
Motor-Starter
Bolt (Starter
Brush Set

Motor)

Armature-Magneto
Screw (Magneto Armature)
Plug-Spark
Wire-Stop
Gasket Set-Engine
Flywheel Puller

Shaft
Included

Screw (Throttle Valve)
Kit-Idle Speed
Pin-Float Hinge
Valve-Float
Needle
Seat-Inlet

O
$
+

Included
121
Included
977
Included

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

NOTE: All component
1 inch = 25.4 mm

Gasket

dimensions

Set, Key. No.

Set, Key. No. 1095
given in U.S. inches

TRACTOR
- ° MODEL NUMBER
917.2736402
BRmGGS ENGiNE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1

1095 VALVE GASKET

SET

1022

868 _;_

@
35

1022
6170

83O

914

1091

6o1_
276(d_

121 CARBURETOR

1127_

918

977 CARBURETOR

GASKET

04 _

KIT
987_

105
_ 137_ 276_ _1

SET
93_._
1

137 _>_/_._

OVERHAUL
634A_

276 _>_

1060 _

6_4_1266WI

117_

6170

95 _

142_

1266A d:

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.2736402
BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31 P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1
KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

383
385
385A
387

89838
694476
690297
697090

Wrench-Spark
Plug
Screw (Fue! Pump)
Screw (Fue! Pump)
Pump-Fuel

868
914
918
943

690968
690960
697091
690589

404
431

691691
697122

Washer (Governor
EIbowqntake

947
965

694393
499613

445
462
474

697153
691261
696459

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge
Washer (Starter Cable)
Alternator

967
968
975

697015
699848
495933

501
503
505
510

691188
691532
691251
693699

Regulator
Strap-Starter
Nut (Governor
Drive-Starter

977
987
1005
1017

690192
691328
699043
690770

513

692024

Clutch-Drive

1019

697143

523
524
525
526
544

697086
691032
697085
697088
692034

Dipstick
Seal-Dipstick
Tube
Tube-Dipstick
Screw (Regulator)
Starter-Armature

1022
1023
1024
1026
--

272475
692492
499054
692003
692011

552
562
579
584
601
614
616

697144
691119
691029
697112
95162
691620
692012

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

1027
1029
1034
1035
1036
1040
1044

696854
691751
690822
693784
695700
699852
698139

617

692138

O •

SeaI-O

1051

691265

634

690801

634A

690802

635
643

691909
698401

Spring/Sea!
Choke)
Spring/Seal
Matic)
Boot-Spark
Retainer-Air

1058
1059
1070
1090
1091
1095

275038
698518
690372
691293
691333
690190

654
684

690958
697157

Nut (Carburetor)
Screw (Breather

1119
1127

691183
691657

691

692407

Cover)
Seal-Governor

1263
1264

697124
697104

697
718
729
729A

690372
690959
691224
694123

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

1266
1266A
1267
1270

691917
697123
697424
697156

741
750
757
758
759
783

697128
691033
697607
697134
697392
693713

Gear-Timing
Screw (Oil Pump
Link-Counterweight
Countercveight
Pin-Counterweight
Gear-Pinion

1329
1330

31Q777-0036
272147

included
included
121

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

789
797
801

698329
693167
691283

Harness-Wiring
Nut (Brush Retainer)
Cap-Drive

included
977

in Carburetor

included

in Valve

802
803
830
842
847
851

691286
693757
69! 095
691031 *
697087
692424

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

Crank)

Control

Ring (Intake

Lever)

Manifold)

Assembly

(Manual

Assembly

(Choke

Plug
Filter
Passage
Shaft
Cap)

Cover)

DESCRIPTION
•+

Screw (Rocker
Line-Vacuum
•

Cover)

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

Cover-Oil Pump
Filter-Pre Cleaner
Cover-Air Cleaner
Bowl-Float
Gasket Set-Carburetor
Seal-Throttle
Shaft
Fan-Flywhee!

•+

Screen-Oi!
Pump
Kit-Labe!
Gasket-Rocker
Cover
Cover-Rocker
Arm
Pump-Oil
Rod-Push
Rod-Push
Filter-Oil

(Intake)
(Exhaust)

Arm-Rocker
Guide-Push

Rod

Shaft-Pump
Labe!-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 Bowl)
Reed-Breather
,O
O

NOTE:
All component
1 inch = 25.4 mm

Seal-Valve

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

Gasket

dimensions

Set, Key. No.

Set, Key. No. 1095
given

in U.S. inches

SUGGESTED

L_
0"1

GUIDE FOR SIGHTING

SLOPES

FOR SAFE OPERATION

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NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX.

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WARNING:
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serious
injury,
operate
tractor
and
slopes greater
than 15
degrees.
Make
turns your
gradually
to up
prevent
tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.
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2, Hold page before you so that its _eft edge is vertically para[te[ to a tree
trunk or other upright structure,
3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill sJope you want to measure.
4. Compare the angte of the fold with the stope of the hitl.

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Craftsman 9172736402 User Manual LAWN TRACTOR Manuals And Guides L0406037

CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor Manual L0406037 CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor installation guides

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