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Owner's Manual

ICRRFTSMIIH°I

LAWN TRACTOR

18.0 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.274400

[_ his product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

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

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

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

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

Product Specifications ........................... 6

AssemblyPre-Operation ........................ 8

Operation ............................................. 11

Maintenance ....................................... 17

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 17

Service and Adjustments ..................... 22

Storage ................................................ 28

Troubleshooting ................................... 29

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 conve-

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

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

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

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

the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

• Standard Maintenance Servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the

owner's manual.

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

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

chase date.

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

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

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

vary, from state to state.

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

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

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

injury or death.

_IWARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_IWARNING: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_IWARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can

lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.

_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle com-

ponents contain or emit chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

_f_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating

parts or under the machine. Keep clear

of the discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

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

picked up and thrown by the blades.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand-

ers before operating. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never direct discharged material

toward anyone. Avoid discharging

material against a wall or obstruction.

Material may ricochet back toward the

operator. Stop the blades when cross-

ing gravel surfaces.

• Do not operate machine without the

entire grass catcher, discharge guard,

or other safety devices in place and

working.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades,

set parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Disengage blades when not mowing.

Shut off engine and wait for all parts to

come to a complete stop before clean-

ing the machine, removing the grass

catcher, or unclogging the discharge

guard.

• Operate machine only in daylight or

good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or un-

loading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Always wear eye protection when oper-

ating machine.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-re-

lated injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious

injury.

• Followthe manufacturer's recommen-

dation for wheel weights or counter-

weights.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debris which can cause

build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopesare a major factorrelatedto lossof

controland tip-over accidents,which can

resultin severeinjuryor death. Opera-

tionon all slopesrequiresextra caution. If

youcannot backupthe slope or if you feel

uneasyon it, do not mowit.

• Mowup and downslopes, notacross.

• Watchfor holes, ruts,bumps,rocks,or

otherhidden objects. Uneventerrain

couldoverturn the machine. Tallgrass

can hideobstacles.

• Choosea low groundspeedso that

youwill not haveto stop or shift while

on the slope.

• Donot mowonwet grass.Tires may

losetraction.

Alwayskeepthe machinein gearwhen

goingdownslopes.Do not shiftto

neutraland coastdownhill.

• Avoidstarting,stopping,or turningon

a slope. If the tires losetraction, dis-

engagethe bladesand proceedslowly

straightdown the slope.

• Keepall movementonthe slopes slow

and gradual. Do not makesudden

changesin speedor direction,which

could causethe machineto roll over.

• Useextra carewhileoperatingma-

chinewith grasscatchersor other at-

tachments;they can affectthe stability

of the machine.Dono useon steep

slopes.

• Donot try to stabilizethe machine by

puttingyourfoot on the ground.

• Donot mownear drop-offs,ditches,

or embankments.The machinecould

suddenlyroll overif a wheel is overthe

edge or if the edgecavesin.

III. CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscan occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Childrenareoftenattractedto the machine

and the mowing activity. Never assume

that children will remain where you last

sawthem.

• Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea

and in the watchfulcareof a respon-

sibleadult otherthan the operator.

• Bealert and turn machineoff if a child

entersthe area.

• Beforeandwhile backing,look behind

and downfor smallchildren.

• Nevercarry children,evenwith the

bladesshut off. Theymayfall off and

be seriouslyinjuredor interferewith

safemachineoperation.Childrenwho

havebeen givenrides inthe past may

suddenlyappearinthe mowingarea

for anotherride and be run overor

backedover bythe machine.

• Neverallowchildrento operatethe

machine.

• Useextracarewhen approachingblind

corners,shrubs,trees,or other objects

that mayblockyourview of a child.

IV, TOWI NG

• Tow only with a machine that has a

hitch designed for towing. Do not at-

tach towed equipment except at the

hitch point.

• Followthe manufacturer's recom-

mendation for weight limits for towed

equipment and towing on slopes.

• Never allow children or others in or on

towed equipment.

• On slopes, the weight of the towed

equipment may cause loss of traction

and loss of control.

• Travel slowly and allow extra distance

to stop.

V. SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

To avoid personal injury or property

damage, use extreme care in handling

gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable

and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes,

and other sources of ignition.

• Use only approved gasoline container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with

the engine running. Allow engine to

cool before refueling.

• Never fuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel con-

tainer where there is an open flame,

spark, or pilot light such as on a water

heater or other appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle

or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic

liner. Always place containers on the

ground away from your vehicle when

filling.

• Remove gas-powered equipment from

the truck or trailer and refuel it on the

ground. If this is not possible, then

refuel such equipment with a portable

container, rather than from a gasoline

dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim

of the fuel tank or container opening at

all times until fueling is complete. Do

not use a nozzle lock-open device.

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change

clothing immediately.

• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas

cap and tighten securely.

GENERAL SERVICE

• Never operate machine in a closed are.

• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure

the equipment is in safe working condi-

tion.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage and remove any fuel-soaked

debris. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• If you strike a foreign object, stop and

inspect the machine. Repair, if neces-

sary, before restarting.

• Never make any adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Check grass catcher components and

the discharge guard frequently and

replace with manufacturer's recom-

mended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the

blade or wear gloves, and use extra

caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-

just and service as required.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruc-

tion labels, as necessary.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand-

ers before operating. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children, even with the

blades shut off. They may fall off and

be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation. Children who

have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area

for another ride and be run over or

backed over by the machine.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and in the watchful care of a respon-

sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child

enters the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Choose a low ground speed so that

you will not have to stop or shift while

on the slope.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on

a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis-

engage the blades and proceed slowly

straight down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 1.25 Gallons

Capacity Unleaded

and Type: Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)

(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints

W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

(GAP: .030")

Ground Speed Forward: 5.5

(MPH): Reverse: 2.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging System: 3 Amps Battery

5 Amps Headlights

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

Torque:

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 techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under"Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_IbWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest

Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur-

chase. Your new Craftsman® product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all prod-

ucts, it may require repair from time to

time. That's when having a Repair Protec-

tion Agreement can save you money and

aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

• Fast help by phone- phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

simple phone call is all that it takes for you

to schedule service. You can call anytime

day or night, or schedule a service ap-

pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase

your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

call 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering

Boot

Hex Bolt

(15)/16-18 x 4

Steering Wheel

[L_ Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Large Flat Washer

u I I w

Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) 5/16 Lock Washer

Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

For Future Use

Keys

Slope Sheet

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor

all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools

as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

Steering

Wheel

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 5/16 lock

washer, 5/16 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

bolt.

1. Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer

and flat washer securing seat to

cardboard packing and set aside for

assembly of seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolts are positioned over the

large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder

bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear

of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-

semble adjustment bolt, Iockwasher

and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortableposition

is reachedwhichallowsyouto press

clutch/brakepedalall the waydown.

8. Get off seatwithout movingits ad-

justed position.

9. Raiseseat and tighten adjustmentbolt

securely.

Seat

Shoulder

Bolts

Flat Washer

djustmen,Kno @

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging instruc-

tions).

Seat Pan

Label

Terminal

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-

sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission disengaged" position (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_,WARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual. Be sure

tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure

the area in front of tractor is clear of other

people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission engaged" position. (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

11 .Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-

rect tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous-

ing should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

_CHECKLIST

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:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

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

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

flated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

v" Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

v" 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:

v" Engine oil is at proper level.

v" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, reg-

ular 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 oper-

ating condition.

v" Be sure Operator Presence System

and Reverse Operation System (ROS)

are working properly (See the Opera-

tion and Maintenance sections in this

manual).

v" It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions (See "TO

START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of

this manual).

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

R N H LI',,I

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW

IGNITION SWITCH

O 4Y G o, I 6

ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED

SYSTEM (ROS)

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

BATTERY REVERSEFUEL OIL PRESSURE

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

LIGHTS ON

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY 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.

KN OW YOU RTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR

TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter Attachment

Clutch Lever

Ignition Switch ROS "ON" Position

Lig ger

Throttle/Choke

Control

Attachment

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake Height

Adjustment

Pedal ".. "-- -_-_:___t Indicator

Freewheel

Control Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used

to engage the mower blades, or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER- Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

"ON" POSITION - Allows operation of

mower deck or other powered attachment

while in reverse.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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

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

or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments I

or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety I

mask worn over spectacles. I

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure. Attachment Clutch Lever

"Engaged" Position

Throttle/Choke nition Key

Control "Disengaged"

Position

"Brake" Motion Control

Parking Brake

Clutch/Brake

Pedal "Disengaged" "Engaged"

Position Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, move attachment

clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move 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 -

• Move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control

between half and full speed (fast) posi-

tion, before stopping, may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine run-

ning, hot engine exhaust gases may cause

"browning" of grass. To eliminate this pos-

sibility, always stop engine when stopping

tractor on grass areas.

_ICAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights

are approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to ap-

proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool

season and to over 3 inches during hot

months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate

growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over

6 inches in height should be mowed

twice. Make the first cut relatively high;

the second to desired height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt

by the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine. You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the

seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equip-

ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_ICAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Attachemnt

Clutch Lever Lift Lever

"Engaged" High

Position Position

"Disengaged"

Position

Low

Position

Deflector

OPERATING IN REVERSE

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse

Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by

the operator to travel in the reverse direc-

tion with the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine unless the ignition

key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

,_WARNING: Backing up with the at-

tachment clutch engaged while mowing

is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS

"ON", to allow reverse operation with the

attachment clutch engaged, should only

be done when the operator decides it is

necessary to reposition the machine with

the attachment engaged. Do not mow in

reverse unless absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION

SYSTEM -

1. Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

2. With engine running, turn ignition key

counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi-

tion.

3. Look down and behind before backing

up.

4. Slowly move motion control lever to

reverse (R) position to start movement.

5. When use of the ROS is no longer

needed, turn the ignition key clockwise

to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operation)

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

,_WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

2. Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

Transmission 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 CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

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

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-

move and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULL:' mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting ((See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• 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 in-

crease carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

_ICAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation

and formation of acids during storage. Acid-

ic gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system

should be emptied before storage of 30

days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start

the engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. 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

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

15 the choke as described above.

COLDWEATHERSTARTING( 50° F and

below)

7. When engine starts,allow engine

to runwith the throttle controlin the

choke positionuntil the engine runs

roughly,then movethrottlecontrol

to fastposition.This mayrequirean

enginewarm-up periodfrom several

secondsto severalminutes,depending

on the temperature.

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONWARMUP

Beforedriving the unit in cold weather,

the transmissionshouldbewarmed up as

follows:

1. Besure the tractoris on levelground.

2. Placethe motion controllever in

neutral.Releasethe parkingbrake

and let the clutch/brakeslowly return

to operatingposition.

3. Allowone minutefor transmissionto

warm up.This canbe done during

the enginewarm up period.

• Theattachmentscanalso be useddur-

ing the enginewarm-up periodafter the

transmissionhasbeenwarmed up.

NOTE: If at a highaltitude(above3000

feet) or incold temperatures(below32 F)

the carburetorfuel mixturemay needto

be adjustedfor best engineperformance.

(See"TOADJUSTCARBURETOR"in the

Service and Adjustmentssectionof this

manual.)

PURGE TRANSMISSION

To ensure proper operation and per-

formance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstall-

ation 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 posi-

tion 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

neutral (N) position. Repeat this proce-

dure three (3) times.

Your transmission is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been cut.

Have the cut area to the right of the trac-

tor. This will result in a more even distri-

bution of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished.

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is extremely tall, it should be• If grass

mowed twice to reduce load and pos-

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

FILL IN DATES /_/_X'x_'_/_ _ "

AS YOU COMPLETE /__/_ _4 _/_/O.Oq._"

REGULAR SERVICE /_r/_'_r_VSERVICE DATES

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Check Operator Presence and

TROS Systems I_

R Check for Loose Fasteners If ll_s If

ASharpen/Replace Mower Blades 11_3

C Lubrication Chart I_ I_

0 Check Battery Level 1_4

R Clean Battery and Terminals ll_ If

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts If

Check Engine Oil Level If ll_

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) _1,_

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1,2

N Clean Air Filter 11_2

GClean Air Screen 1_2

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester v'

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _1,2

Clean Engine Cooling Fins If

Replace Spark Plug If If

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

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

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator

must maintain tractor as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace

the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

ROS systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4-Not required if equipped with maintenance-tree battery.

5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum.

Do not overtighten,

LUBRICATION CHART

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@ General Purpose Grease

@ REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the

self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-

dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

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. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Be sure operator presence and reverse

operation systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de-

scribed, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed, and the

attachment clutch control is in the disen-

gaged position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE

SYSTEM

• When the engine is running, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS)

SYSTEM

• When the engine is running with the ig-

nition switch in the engine "ON" position

and the attachment clutch is engaged,

any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should shut off the engine.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operation)

• When the engine is running with the

ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position

and the attachment clutch is engaged,

any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should NOT shut off the engine

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept

sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-

low access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade

with trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Trailing Mandrel Assembly

Edge Up_ Blade Center

Flat Washer

Lock Washer-._

_-Blade Bolt

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening blade - but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a

5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with

balancer.)

NOTE: Do not usea nailfor balancing

blade. The lobesof the center hole may

appearto becentered,but are not.

• Slidebladeonto an unthreadedportion

of the steel boltor pin and holdthe

boltor pin parallelwith the ground. If

bladeis balanced,it shouldremainin a

horizontalposition. If either endof the

blademovesdownward,sharpenthe

heavyend until the bladeis balanced.

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5/8" Bolt or Pi_ Blade

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

2. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

4. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pressure

water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean. 19

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the trans-

axle ever leak or require servicing, contact

a Sears or other qualified service center.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after

100 hours of operation and replace if neces-

sary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace

belts if they begin to slip from wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SG-SL. Se-

lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade according

to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 1

4'0

oil vi_ ¢h_,rtl e

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, they will result in increased

oil consumption when used above 32°E

Check your engine oil level more frequent-

ly to avoid possible engine damage from

running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each eight (8)

hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SG-SL.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

Oil Drain Valve

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Yellow Cal:

Drain Tube

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil

at "FULl" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after

every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and

rotate towards engine.

2. Remove cover.

3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge and

pre-cleaner from base.

4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from falling into carburetor.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge

firmly in base.

6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower

housing and replace cover.

7. Hook handle on cover and push down

on handle to close.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such

as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deterio-

ration of the cartridge. Do not oil car-

tridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean

cartridge.

_ Handle

@ Cover

Pre-clea_ee_ _artrldge

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stub-

born dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Debris may clog the engine's air cool-

ing system. Remove blower housing and

clean area shown to prevent overheating

and engine damage.

Air Screen Clean out chaff and debris

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning

of each mowing season or after every

100 hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

retor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and

clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

Clamp_ Clamp

Fuel Filter

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive

type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your

tractor unless the engine and transmis-

sion covered to keep water out. Water

in engine or transmission will shorten the

usful life of your tractor. Use compressed

air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves

and trash from tractor and mower.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANYSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off engine pulley.

4. Remove small retainer spring, and

remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5. Remove large retainer spring, slide

collar off and push housing guide out

of bracket.

6. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

8. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

Small Retainer Spring

Clutch Spring

Small Retainer

Clutch Spring

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links and hook

the clutch spring Into square hole in frame.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-

tor 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. Push clutch cable housing guide into

bracket, slide collar onto guide and

secure with large retainer spring.

Engine

Pulley

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Housing

Guide

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Deflector

Retainer Spring 22

8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on

idler pulley bolt and secure with small

retainer spring.

9. Install belt onto engine pulley.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

Bottom edge Bottom edge of

of mower to mower to ground

ground -_t/

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"

lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links. Tighten

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

ber of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

°° • o_° o 01

__ Mandrel

Both Front Links Should be ual in Length

Arm

Lift Link N_

Adjustment

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay level

side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of trac-

tor. Measure distance "D" directly in front

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

Front Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-

placed without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys

and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

23 and inside all belt guides.

3. Installmower(See"ToInstallMower"

inthis sectionof this manual).

Mandrel Idler

Pulley

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission dis-

engaged" position. Pull freewheel con-

trol 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 for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to

be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-9/16", 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

engaged" position.

5. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust

if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than five (5) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Replace brake pads or contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

With parking brake "Engaged"

_N ut "A"

Operating_ dam Nut

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

3. Remove belt downward from around

engine pulley.

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley.

5. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

around the top groove of engine pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keepers.

6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

EnginePulley

ClutchingIdlerI_ J_ I

Keeper 11_,,_

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE-

VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

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 con-

trol lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that posi-

tion and turn engine off.

4. While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the neutral

(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

position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control

Lever Lock

......._ Gate

Adjustment

Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for

service or replacement, it should be purged

after reinstallation and before operating the

tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in

the Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars

horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in

rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining Ring

Axle Cover

Square Key /_ -_'

(Rear Wheel Only) I

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT-

TERY

_,WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

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

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

this manual).

If"jumpercables"are usedfor emergency

starting,followthis procedure:

IMPORTANT:Yourtractor is equipped

with a 12voltsystem.The othervehicle

must also be a 12voltsystem.Do notuse

yourtractorbattery to start othervehicles.

Seat

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable

to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

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

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

Terminal Keps

Nut _ Hex

Bolt

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

02614

Weak or Dead Battery Fully Charged Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_WARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

3. Install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

4. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal

5. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) terminal with remaining hex

bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to re-

connect the headlight wire connector.

Hood

Headn'iegc_trVVire

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems, which

are being done at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine

repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by an authorized

engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

2. Check that holes "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 Control Lever Governor Control Plate

Holes

"A" Clamp Screw Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for differ-

ences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load.

If the carburetor does need adjustment,

proceed as follows:

In general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-

ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may result

if screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assem-

bled to the carburetor when making

carburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING -(See "TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in this

section of the manual.)

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow posi-

tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle

lever against idle speed screw. Turn

idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

valve full travel clockwise then counter-

clockwise until engine runs rough. Turn

valve to a point midway between those

two positions. Release throttle lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control lever from slow

to fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun-

terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust or damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set

for proper engine speed. Overspeeding

the engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs adjust-

ing, contact a Sears or other qualified ser-

vice center, which has proper equipment

and experience to make any necessary

adjustments.

Idle Speed

Lever

Idle Mixture

Valve with

Limiter

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

_ICAUTION: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

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

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-

age container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s)into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

Engine clicks but

will not start

Loss of power

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

g. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in

Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before

attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

1. 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 CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power 6.

',cont.) 7.

Faulty spark plug.

Dirty fuel filter.

Stale or dirty fuel.

Water in fuel.

6. 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 carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Turn ignition key to

ROS "ON" position.

See Operation section.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Excessive

vibration

Engine dies when

lractor is shifted

into reverse

Engine continues

Io run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

Reverse operation system

(ROS) is not "ON" while

mower or other attachment

is engaged.

Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass, leaves,

and trash around mandrels.

Poor cut - uneven

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Poor grass

discharge

(continued)

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning

engine "OFF"

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism•

2. Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley•

4. Frozen blade mandrel•

1. Engine speed too slow•

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass•

4. Mower deck not level•

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure•

6. Worn, bent or loose blade•

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Light switch is "OFF".

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring•

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s)•

2. Poor cable connections•

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped)•

4. Faulty alternator•

1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or servicing.

•Engine throttle control not set

between half and full speed

(fast) position before stopping

engine•

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn light switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

. Replace battery.

• Check/clean al/connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

•Move throttle control

between half and full speed

(fast) position before

stopping engine.

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

SCHEMATIC

02831 193372

IGNITION SWlTCH

PosmoN CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1

_UN_VERR_DE B+AI

RUN B+AI L÷A2

START 3÷ S + AI

BATTERY

[oi,I,I,o

,,_R FUSE

Al]

SOLENOID STARTER

,_, .---_---,j ...... i

; ,_='----T:, _ ,Lq_

I i I

&Ggc_ZffR_ .......

!. SEATSWITCH

REVERSE SWITCH

i _ r SHORTING CONNECTOR

I ..... i NOT IN REVERSE

_......... J

F_ IGNITION A SPARKPLUGS

GAp A

UNIT (2PLUGS 'w

ON TWIN CYL, ENGINES)

e_CK

iFUEL =(OPTIONAL)

IJ_l LINE i:_ CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN. O3_00 RPM

3 AVF DC @ 3600 RPM

FUELS.UT_FF _/ _9_,Na sysTEMo,sc_.Ec_m

RE_ _ENOID PT ............ ,

,-_ L GHT NG SYSTEM OUTPUT i I

_[_3_0: :5Qp._EAMPAC @3600 RPM_DIODE ,ALTERNATOR II

IL _ swEJ E_C_N O_ EUlC_

NOTE ! HEADLIGHTS

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM,

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE •

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGfNE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

02831

9/04

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

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ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

8 176689 Box Battery

16 176138 Switch, Interlock

21 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152j

22 4152J Bulb Light #1156

24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11" red

25 193149 Cable Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga. 12" black

29 192749 Switch Seat

30 193350 Switch Ign

33 140403 Key Ign

34 110712X Switch Light

40 193372 Harness Ign

41 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 unc x 1/2

42 131563 Cover Terminal Red

43 178861 Solenoid

48 140844 Adapter Ammeter

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

90 180449 Cover Terminal

92 193465 Harness Pigtail Reverse Switch

93 192540 Screw Plastic 10-14 x 2.0

94 191834 Module Reverse ROS

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274400

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

259

212

260

258

31 @/5

@/5

278

208 209 208

206

209

37 _37

208

chassis-Laser-It.stir 33

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274400

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drawbar

5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 193510X012 Dash

10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4

11 174996 Panel, Dash, L H.

13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.

14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 185682X613 Hood Assembly

18 184921 Bumper Hood

24 STD523710 Bolt Fin. Hex 3/8-16 x 1

25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

26 STD541437 Nut

28 193258 Grille/Lens Asm. (includes Key Nos. 29 and 212)

29 174332X599 Lens

30 192528x613 Fend/Ftrest

31 136619 Bracket, Fender Support

33 179716X613 Footrest LH

34 179717X613 Footrest RH

35 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4

37 17490508 ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly, Rear

39 174714 Bracket Pivot Laser Lt

64 154798 Dash Lower STLT

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

159 169473X428 Cupholder

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

207 17670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tytt

208 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1t2

209 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

212 175143 Insert Lens Reflective

278 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

-- 5479J Plug, Button

- - 187801 Plug Plastic Dome

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

QROUNoOR#rE TRACTOR.

"MODEL NUMBER 917"274400

drive'hydro,stirs 3

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 66 154778

(See Breakdown) 69 142432

8 192706 Rod Shift Fender 70 134683

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 74 137057

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 75 121749X

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr.5 76 STD581075

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 unc 77 123583X

19 STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 unc 78 121748X

21 130564 Knob 81 178140

22 178141 Rod, Brake 82 123782X

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 uric 83 19171216

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 85 150360

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 118 x 3/4 CAD. 89 192056X428

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 95 178134

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 112 19091210

30 174973 Bracket, Transaxle 116 72140608

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 120 73900600

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 150 175456

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 151 19133210

36 19211616 Washer 156 166002

37 1572H Pin, Roll 158 165589

38 179114 Pulley, Composite 159 183900

39 72110622 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4 Gr. 5 161 72140406

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 162 73680400

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 163 74780416

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 165 165623

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 166 17490510

50 72110612 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5 168 165492

51 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 318-16 unc 169 165580

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 197 169613

53 105710X Link, Clutch 202 72110614

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 207 169845

56 17060620 Screw 3t8-16 x 1-1/4 212 145212

57 178138 V-Belt 245 178122

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 246 178121

61 17120614 Screw 318-16 x .875 247 181463

62 8883R Cover, Pedal 251 17060516

63 175410 Pulley, Engine 252 19131616

64 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 263 17000612

65 STD551143 Washer

Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 unc

Keeper Belt Engine

Spacer

Washer 25t32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

E-Ring

Key, Square

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

Shaft Asm Cross Tapered

Spring Torsion

Washer 17132 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Nut Lock Center 1/4-28 FNTHD

Console, Shift

Disconnect Asm Rod Bypas LTH

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

Bolt Rdhd Sqneck 3/8-16 x 1

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5116 ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Shift

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

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 uncx 1 Gr. 5

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5t16-18 x 5t8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening

Nyliner Snap-In 5t8"1D

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

Washer Nyl

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Strap Torque Lh LTH2000

Strap Torque Rh LTH2000

Link Shift Transaxle LTH2000

Screw 5t16-18 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274400

STEERING ASSEMBLY

_38

//// \

t_42

44----_ L 88

8_ 47

67 67

15 40

steering pl.lt 5B

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 186780 Steering Wheel

2 175131 Axle Assembly

3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H.

4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

6 121748X Washer 25t32 x 1-5t8 x 16 Ga.

7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

8 12000029 Ring, Klip

9 6266H Washer Thrust

10 175121 Draglink

11 STD551137 Washer, Lock

13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front

15 145212 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

17 190753 Shaft, Steering

26 126847X Bushing, Link, Drag

28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

29 17000612 Screw 3t8-16 x 3/4

30 STD561210 Pin Cotter

32 130465 Rod, Tie

34 10040500 Washer Lock Hvy. Hlcl Spr 5t16

36 155099 Bushing, Steering

37 152927 Screw

38 186781 Insert, Steering Wheel

39 19183812 Washer 9t16 x 2-3t8 12 Ga.

40 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

41 186737 Adaptor, Steering Wheel

42 145054X428 Boot, Steering Shaft

43 121749X Washer 25t32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

44 190752 Extension Shaft Steering

46 121232X Cap, Spindle

47 183226 Fitting Grease

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72110618 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle, Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm.

82 169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 unc

91 175553 Clip Steering

95 188967 Washer Hardened

97 74780564 Bolt 5116-18 unc x 4 Gr. 5

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274400

32_

13 4

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl 17

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 170545

2 17720408

4 137352

13 165291

14 148456

23 169837

29 137180

31 185115

32 140527

33 123487X

DESCRIPTION

Control, Throttle/Choke

Screw, Hex Head, Thread

Cutting 114-20 x 112

Engine, Briggs Model 31H777-

0297-E1 (See Breakdown)

Muffler

Gasket

Tube Drain Oil Easy

Shield Bm/Dbr Guard

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears,

Vented

Clamp, Hose

KEY PART

NO. NO.

37 137040

38 181654

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 10010500

72 71070512

78 17060620

81 73510400

DESCRIPTION

Line, Fuel

Plug Drain Oil Easy

Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line

Screw, Hex Washer Head,

Thd., Roll. 1/4-20 x 314

Screw Hxwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Washer Split

Screw Hex Head Cap 5t16-18 x 3/4

Screw 318-16 x 1-1/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274400

SEAT ASSEMBLY

seat_It.knob_9

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

188716

180166

71110616

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17000616

19131614

180186

166369

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

Clip Push In Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw 3/8-16 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12 174648

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc-2A

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

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

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

3 7

5\13

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 193307

2 193560

3 186280

4 186281

5 179128

6 133644

7 193545

9 186282

10 156439

11 138047

12 146046

13 183827

14 160396

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Oper. instr.

Decal, Replacement

Decal, Hood, R.H.

Decal, Hood, L.H.

Decal, Deck "B" 42"

Decal, Customer Maintenance

Decal, Hood Side

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Battery

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

Decal, Dash Panel

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

KEY PART

NO. NO.

15 189100

16 172331

20 149516

-- 138311

-- 178392

-- 179768X428

-- 179769X428

-- 193398

-- 193399

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Engine

Decal, Mower Hvy. Duty 12 Ga.

Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng

Decal, Lift Handle

Decal, Disconnect

Pad, Footrest LH STLT

Pad, Footrest RH STLT

Manual, Owner's, English

Manual, Owner's, Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

5,8

4,10

wheel 1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X624

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X624

9 106268X

10 7152J

11 104757X428

-- 144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

Tire FTs 15 x 6.0 - 6 Service

Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6" front White Service

Fitting Grease

Bearing Flange

Rim Asm 8" rear White Service

Tire RTs 18 x 9 5-8 Service

Tube Rear 9.5 x 8 Service

Cap Axle BIk 1.50 x 1.00

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

LIFT ASSEMBLY

22. 48 2 6

11 5

•1718 20

20 /-_ 16

lift-rh=l piece3

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

159460

159471

105767X

12000002

19211621

120183X

125631X

122365X

139865

139866

DESCRIPTION

Washer Asm Inner Spring Wi

Plunger

Shaft Asm. Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

Bearing Nylong

Grip Handle Fluted

Button Plunger Read

Link Asm Lift L.H.

Link Asm Lift R.H.

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front

16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc

17 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 uric

19 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 163552 Retainer Spring

31 169865 Bearing, Pvt. Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274400

MOWER DECK

158

185

2 55i

'" 142

!147

1S 21

42 D man-t-path stlt 3

23 24

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 34 72110612

2 STD533107 Bolt 36 131494

3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 40 73900600

Front 44 140088

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 45 STD624003

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 46 137729

6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 48 133944

8 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 52 139888

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock 53 184907

10 140296 Washer, Hardened 54 178515

(The following baldes are availa- 55 155046

ble) 56 165723

11 138971 Blade, 42" Hi-Lift 59 141043

(For bagging or discharging) 67 149846

- - 134149 Blade, 42" Mulching Std 68 144959

(For mulching mowers only) 142 165890

- - 139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium 143 157109

(For better wear when mulching) 144 158634

13 137645 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 145 165888

14 128774 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 146 171977

15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 147 131335

16 174493 Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 148 169022

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 149 165898

19 132827 Bolt, Shoulder 150 19091210

20 159770 Baffle, Vortex 152 169676

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 158 17720408

23 177563 Bracket, Deflector 159 72140614

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 184 19131410

25 123713X Spring, Torsion, Deflector 185 188234

26 110452X Nut, Push -- 130794

27 130968X428 Shield, Deflector

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

29 131491 Rod, Hinge

30 173984 Screw Thdrol Washer Head - - 171639

31 187690 Washer, Spacer

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel

33 178342 Nut, Toplock, Flanged

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

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

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 unc

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 314 x 10 Ga.

Cable Clutch 42 In

Screw Hex Thd Cut 114-20 x 1/2

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

Washer 13113 x718 x 10 Ga.

Head Asm Cable Clutch

Mandrel Assembly (includes

Housing, Shaft and Shaft

Hardware Only - Pulley Not

included)

Replacement Mower, Complete

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274400

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

.... 191

_:y-- _ 190

203

25 /'

/22

210

100

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274400

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

KEY PART

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

70 786196 Spacer .625.765

1 772151 Cover L.H. 79 792201 Spring

3 770135 Case 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug

5 776355 Counter Shaft 87 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

6 778263 Spur Gear 11T 99 792141 Washer .3771D .058W

9 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572) 100 792200 Snubber Washer

13 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 14) (13 Teeth) 101 792199 Snubber Spring .471D

14 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 13) (13 Teeth) 102 792184 Washer .4371D .078W

15 778373 Ring Gear (54 Teeth) 103 792193 Screw, 1/4-28 x .490

17 786139 Drive Pin 104 792198 Nut, 3/8-24

22 792194 Spring 105 780096 Washer .625 ID .057W

23 792195 Washer .750 ID 106 786162 Sleeve Assembly

25 792073A Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 107 792046 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"

26 792125 Retaining Ring 109 788104 "O" Ring

28 792035 Retaining Ring 113 786199 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 157)

29 780065 Washer .627 ID .091W 114 786200 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 87)

31 780189 Washer .563 ID .062W 115 786198 Sleeve Assembly (Incl. 87)

36 790071 Brake Disk 127 784384 Shift Lever Ass'y (Incl. 109)

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicon

38 799021 Brake Pad 157 788102 Oil Seal 9/16"1D

40 792204 Roll Pin .25 180 730229 BOil Spec. (80W90)

41 790102 Brake Lever 182 788103 Grommet

42 792202 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 183 792118 Relief Valve

42A 792203 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 184 792196 Hose Barb

43 792171 Screw, 10-24 x .500 185 798050 Tubing 1/2 x 5

44A 790100 Inside Brake (Mach) 190 792150 Washer

44B 790099 Outside Brake (Casting) 191 792151 Nut 7/16-20

45 790101 Actuator Rod 200 794787 Differential (Gear Reduction

47 774869 Axle 16.812 Drive)

48 774688 Axle 11.625 203 798044 Pulley & Hub Ass'y

49 778378 Spur Gear 18T 206 798055 Disconnect Lever

56 778379 Spur Gear 81T 207 798053 Mounting Plate

65 780195 Washer .7501D .062W 208 798040 Fan

67 776440 Brakeshaft 209 798054 Control Lever

210 794788 Hydro Module LH Fender Con-

trol

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1

I 1330 REPAIR MANUAL ] 307

1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE]

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

868

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2o@ 6170 1022

51 (_ 691(_ 0

524 _ 8420 1266

718

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16,

146_

741

684'_11_

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I 1019 LABEL KIT I

I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL

I 1036EMISSIONLABELI

750 &

15_

20 O 89

1027

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1

238

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1022i

6170

914

1022

54_@ 654 {_

1023

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232 '2ooi %6

J 267 _

559

968

1119_

1267

643

616_

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

617 O1022

868

525

1624_'1__

305A

1070

309_ 801

803_ 310!

802 @

729

697 _

1040

30_

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1

692 eL

142_ 117

_1o6

105

137

276 @

950_

127 G

1091

105A

1127_

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1266 0

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1266A O

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 106 690577 O Seat-Inlet

2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 108 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108A 695419 Valve-Choke (Nikki)

4 697188 Sump-Engine 117 694352 O Jet-Main (Standard)

5 698147 Head-Cylinder 117A 699457 O Jet-Main (Standard) (Nikki)

7 699168 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 118 697228 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

9 697109 • Gasket-Breather 118A 699458 Jet-Main (High Altitude) (Nikki)

11 697113 Tube-Breather 121 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

12 697110 • Gasket-Crankcase 121A 699521 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul (Nikki)

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 125 698445 Carburetor

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 125A Carburetor (For Complete

16 697127 Crankshaft Carburetor, Service with

20 690947 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 698445)

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase Cover/Sump) 127 695005 Plug-Welch

23 693557 Flywheel 127A 690727 O Plug-Welch (Nikki)

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 130 691750 Valve-Throttle

25 699052 Piston Assembly (Standard) 130A 699500 Valve-Throttle (Nikki)

-- 699054 Piston Assembly 131 494379 Kit-Throttle Shaft

(.020" Oversize) 131A 699501 Kit-Throttle Shaft (Nikki)

26 699051 Ring Set (Standard) 133 494381 Float-Carburetor

-- 697559 Ring Set (.020" Oversize) 133A 694914 Float-Carburetor (Nikki)

27 698469 Lock-Piston Pin 135 698780 Tube-Fuel Transfer

28 697099 Pin-Piston 137 281165 O5 Gasket-Float Bowl

29 697126 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 137A 698781 O Gasket-Float Bowl (Nikki)

-- 697263 Rod-Connecting 141 495097 Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

(.020" Undersize) 141A 698778 Kit-Choke Shaft (Nikki)

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 142 697140 O Nozzle-Carburetor

33 695760 Valve-Exhaust 146 691639 Key-Timing

34 695761 Valve-Intake 187 697098 Line-Fuel

35 691279 Spring-Valve (intake) 188 691693 Screw (Control Bracket)

36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 192 691986 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

37 697108 Guard-Flywheel 202 691841 Link-Mechanical Governor

40 691752 Retainer-Valve 209 692208 Spring-Governor

43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 216 691840 Link-Choke

45 690564 Tappet-Valve 222 694042 Bracket-Control

46 698492 Camshaft 227 691374 Lever-Governor Control

48 697762 Short Block 231 691636 Screw (Choke Valve)

50 690193 Manifold-Intake 232 691842 Spring-Governor

51 692137 "O5+ Gasket-Intake 238 691843 Cap-Valve

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 240 394358 Filter-Fuel

54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 265 691024 Clamp-Casing

73 697133 Screen-Rotating 267 695134 Screw (Casing Clamp)

74 697897 Screw (Rotating Screen) 276 692255 O5 Washer-Sealing

78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard) 276A 695410 Washer-Sealing

89 690283 Plug-Oil 304 697783 Housing-Blower

93 690602 O Bushing-Throttle Shaft 305 697102 Screw (Blower Housing)

94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture 305A 697103 Screw (Blower Housing)

94A 695425 Kit-Idle Mixture (Nikki) 306 697107 Shield-Cylinder

95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) 307 691003 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

95A 690718 O Screw (Throttle Valve (Nikki)

98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

98A 695408 Kit-Idle Speed (Nikki) O included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

104 690525 O Pin-Float Hinge 121

104A 694918 O Pin-Float Hinge (Nikki) 5 included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

105 231855 O Valve-Float Needle 977

105A 696136 O Valve-Float Needle (Nikki) + included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274400

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777, TYPE NUMBER 0297-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

309 693551 Motor-Starter 868 690968 ,+ Seal-Valve

310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

311 497608 Brush Set 943 690589 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)

333 495859 Armature-Magneto 947 694393 Solenoid-Fuel

334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature) 947A 695423 Solenoid-Fuel (Nikki)

337 691043 Plug-Spark 950 691657 Screw (Float Bowl)

358 697191 Gasket Set-Engine 965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump

363 19203 Flywheel Puller 967 697015 Filter-Pre Cleaner

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 968 697446 Cover-Air Cleaner

404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 975 495933 Bowl-Float

431 697122 Elbow-Intake 975A 699502 Bowl-Float (Nikki)

445 697634 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 977 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor

462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 987 691326 O Seal-Throttle Shaft

474 696459 Alternator 987A 698777 O Seal-Throttle Shaft (Nikki)

503 691532 Strap-Starter 1005 697111 Fan-Flywheel

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 1017 690770 Screen-Oil Pump

510 693699 Drive-Starter 1019 698814 Kit-Label

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 1022 272475 ,+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

523 697086 Dipstick 1023 692492 Cover-Rocker Arm

524 691032 • Seal-Dipstick Tube 1024 499054 Pump-Oil

525 697184 Tube-Dipstick 1026 692003 Rod-Push (Intake)

527 698467 Clamp-Tube ...... 692011 Rod-Push (Exhaust)

544 692034 Starter-Armature 1027 492932 Filter-Oil

552 697144 Bushing-Governor Crank 1029 691751 Arm-Rocker

559 693675 Screw (Remote Choke Stop) 1034 690822 Guide-Push Rod

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1035 693784 Shaft-Pump

579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) 1036 695700 Label-Emission

584 697112 Cover-Breather Passage 1040 698368 Plate-Trim

601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1044 698139 Screw (Flywheel)

614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1051 691265 Ring-Retaining

616 692012 Crank-Governor 1058 275038 Owner's Manual

617 692138 O • SeaI-O Ring (intake Manifold) 1059 698516 Kit-Screw/Washer

634 690801 O Spring/Seal Assembly 1070 690372 Screw (Flywheel Fan)

(Manual Choke) 1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

634A 698779 O Spring/Seal Assembly (Nikki) 1091 691333 Cap-Limiter

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1095 690190 Gasket Set-Valve

643 697417 Retainer-Air Filter 1119 691183 Screw (Alternator)

654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1127 695407 Screw-Float Bowl

684 697157 Screw (Breather Passage Cover) 1263 697124 Reed-Breather

691 692407 • Seal-Governor Shaft 1264 697104 Screw (Breather Reed)

692 690572 Spring-Detent 1265 697125 Support-Blower Housing

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1266 691917 ,O SeaI-O Ring (intake Elbow)

718 690959 Pin-Locating 1266A 697123 O SeaI-O Ring (intake Elbow)

729 691224 Clip-Wire 1267 697662 Latch-Blower Housing

741 697128 Gear-Timing 1270 697156 Plug-AVS Counterweight

750 691033 Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1279 690960 Screw (Blower Housing Support)

757 697607 Link-Counterweight 1329 31H777-0202 Replacement Engine

758 697134 Counterweight 1330 272147 Repair Manual

759 697392 Pin-Counterweight

783 693713 Gear-Pinion included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

789 698329 Harness-Wiring O included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 121

801 691283 Cap-Drive $ included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

802 691286 Cap-End 977

803 693757 Housing-Starter + included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm)

842 691031 • SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

847 697611 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 1 inch = 25.4 mm

851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX.

t. Fold this page atong dotted line indicated above.

2_Hotd page before you go that its [eft edge is vertically para[_e_ to a tree

trunk or other upright structure,

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of h[[[ slope you want to measure,

4. Compare the angle of the fotd with the stope of the hill.

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