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Owner's Manual

JCRRFTSMIIN°I

21.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.274951

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pro, Mon- Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears,conYcraftsman

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

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

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

Assembly .............................................. 8

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

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

Maintenance ....................................... 18

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

Storage ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting ................................. 30

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

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

LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

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

Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

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

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

tained in the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for

commercial purpose" it is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BA'I-FERY

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

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

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

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

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

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

TO LOCATETHE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

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

may vary tram state to state.

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

IMPORTANT:Th s cutting roach ne s capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwingob ects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death,

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow al_

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsibleadults, who are

familiar withthe instructions,to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always took down and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave arunning machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

* Turn off blades when not mowing.

*Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or uncl_jging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

*Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways,

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

p_rcentage of dding mower-related

iniudes. These operatorsshould

evaluate their abilityto operate the nding

mower safely enoughto protectthem-

selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debds build-up which can touch

hot exhaust / engine parts and bum. DO

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other dabriswhich can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oilor fuel

spillage before operating or storingthe

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage. 3

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

controland tipever accidents, which can re-

sult in severe inury or death. All slopes

require extra caution, f you cannot back up

the slope or ifyou feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstaclessuch as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for ho_es,ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Taft

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improvestability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the b_edes

and proceed slowly straightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•DO not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if poasible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of acliff orditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•DO not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•DOnot try to stabilize the machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

• DOnot use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlLCHILDREN

Tragic accidentscan occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area,

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may feb off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine,

•Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuers. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check thenr proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended pads,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

usa extra caution when servicingthem.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required,

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or intedere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, Icok behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15°Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rooks,tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could ovedum the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose alow gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

J_Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONI!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_QLCAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where itcannot contact spark

plug.

_,CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose controlof the

tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on 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.

/LWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

/kWARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

DILTYPE SAE 10W30

',API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/O FILTER: 4.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED LO: HI:

(MPH): 0.7 1.7

1.4 3.3

2.3 5.4

REVERSE: 0.9 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS @3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATi'E RY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

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, wen-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswirl enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_I, WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

aspark errester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similarlaws.

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).

Steering Wheel

Steedng

Wheel Insert Steedng Sleeve

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

(5) etainer Springs

(double loop)

(2) etainer Spdngs

(single loop)

Mower

(2)Flanged

( 1)Front Plate

Assembly

Gauge Wheels

)Shoulder Bolts

12)Centedock Nuts

_ I Y// (2)

"_,,_/(2) Wheels 3/8 x3/4 x 14 Ga

Video Cassette

Slope Sheet

For Future Use I AI_'_

Keys

(2) Keys

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

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

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

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATFACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, look washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft•

4. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

5. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

6. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

_/_] _ /Steedng

_Wheel Insert

lr--.e.so.,

_Lock Washer

Steering LargeRat

Washer

Wheel

_JAdapte_

Steering Shaft-_ F--.:.." ;, -".-.-..

v-- N

Sleeve /_,,'_7:_'L__, . ., ., ,,,

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'n'ERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month end year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATI'ERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. DO not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutcWbrake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutrat (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I=WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

t. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

lO.Tum ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

5. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

6. Place the suspension arms on inward

pointing deck pins. Retain with double

loop retainer spdngs with loops down

as shown.

7. Installfront plata assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

Chassis

Gauge

Wheel

8. Position front plate assembly between

front mower brackets• Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer springs between

the plate and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notch on head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

10. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob clockwise to remove slack from

mower suspension.

11. Raise deck to highest position•

12.Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the

Operation section of this manua

Electdc Clutch

Front Pulley

Suspension Double

Brackets _Loop Retainer

Spring

Front Mower Front Plate

Bracket

DoubleLoop

RetainerSpring

Anti-Sway

Bar Suspens=on

USE PLIERS FOR DoubleLoopRetame

Spring(Inwardpointing

RETAINER SPRINGS . . .

dockp,nsl

• _ I LoopDown

Single Loop

Retainer Spring

,eflector

Shield

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires onyour tractorwere overinflated

at the factoryfor shippingpurposes.

Correct tire pressure is impodantfor best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cuttingresults, mowershould be

pmpedy leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER

HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual. Verifythat the belts

are routedcorrectly,

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor,

check to see that the brake is pmpedy

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustmentssectionof this

manual.

V"CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you

receive the best performance and

satisfaction from this quality product.

Pieaee review the following checklist:

/" All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is propedy prepared and

charged.(Minimum 1hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

ovednflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is pmpedy

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

best cutting results. (Tires must be

propedy inflated for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be

sure they are routed properly around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that aUconnec-

tions are stillsecure and wires are

properly clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

,/'Engine oil is at proper level.

/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,,/Become familiar with all controls -

their location and function. Operate

them before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OiL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

MOWERLI_

r_'l R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

_(_) ATEACHMENT

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFk-FY RULES SECTJON)

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models o_y)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Switch

Ignition

Switch Position

ThrotUe Control

Attachment

Switch

ClutcWBrake

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Control Brake

Heigt /_

Adjustment

Knob /

Gear Shift Lever \3Shift Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

A't-rACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turnsthe headlights on

and off.

THROI"rLE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a

cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed

and directionof the tractor.

RANGESHIFT LEVER: Allows high (H)

and low (L) speed for all forward and

reverse gears.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to

raise and lower the mower deck or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release

attachment liftlever when changing its

position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

AMMETER: Indicates battery charging (+)

or discharging (-).

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake

into the brake position.

The operation of any tractor can resultin foreign objects thrown into

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask

over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Yourtractor 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 witl shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and held.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" position and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in "BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure. Attachment

Clutch Switch

Push-In to Pull OutTo

Throttie _ "Dise a

Control__Chok_..._ _ g_d" "Engage"

"Brake" _

Gear Brake

Clutch/BrakeAdjustrnen _nm =Engaged"

Pobal=Drive"Knob Lever ..

Position "Dis aged" Pos_t_on

Position

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attach-

ment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

•To stop ground drive, depress dutch/

brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N)

position.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to

slow position and allowing engine to idle

before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

,, Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "OFF•will

cause the battery to be discharged,

(dead).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility,always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

-_CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THRO'R'LE 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.

CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke control whenever you are

starting a cold engine, Do not use to start

a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the gearshift lever.

1. Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal

depressed and gearshift lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Move gearshift and range shift levers

to desired position.

3. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to

start movement.

IMPORTANT: Bringtractor to acomplete

stop before shiftingor changing gears,

Failura to do so willshorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CU'I-rlNG HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Turn knob clockwise ((_) to raise

cutting height,

•Turn knob counterclockwise (P_)to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

1-1/2" to 4-1/2". 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

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after moderato growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightlyoff the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CU'I-rlNG

HEIGHT" in the Operation sectionof

this manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in

appropriate hole with shoulder bolt,

3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment

hole.

Goo0eWh ,

Mounting Y/ _\_,_/_w_-_

Bracket_ /(\\ _'v_ \

3/8-16 _:._,_, _ \_

Locknut_] _ '\_"f\/

3/8 Washer---__-_ v.p_ _Shoulder

GaugeWheel-----------_. -_:_,_/Bolt

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.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Lower mower with attachment lift

control.

3. Start mower blades by engaging

attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

AttachmentClutch

SwitchPull Out To

"Disengage" _\_

AttachmentUft

/Lever High

#Position

_4=_r--- Deflector

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_kCAUTION: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide provided at the back of this manual.

•Choose the slowest speed before

starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary,

push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and

range shift lever to low (L) position. Be

sure you have allowed room for tractor

to roll slightlyas you restart movement.

•To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor,

be sure gearshift lever =sin neutral (N)

position,

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than

five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transportingyour tractor on a truck

or atrailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

15etc,).

TOWINGCARTSANDOTHERA'FrACH-

MENTS

Towonlytheattachmentsthatare

recommendedbyandcomplywith

specificationsofthemanufacturerofyour

tractor.Usecommonsensewhentowing.

Tooheavyofaload, while on aslope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of yourtractor.

BEFORE STARTINGTHE 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. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance sectionof this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

dean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

AWARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids duringstorage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time

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

take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE; Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

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, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes and try again. If

engine still does not start, pull the

choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

•The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. if the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow Ltto warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 °F and

below)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. 1!the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke contrel be pulled out

slightly.

NOTE: if at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engineperformance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

MOWINGTIPS

•Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that c_ippingsare discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippingswill

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

ddveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, itshould be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• DOnot 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 e. 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 pedormance of the

attachment being used.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ _ _._ _ _

FLLNOATEO

AS yOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE ___,_SERVICE DATES

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R Clean Balten/&rid TermiP, Js _ V_

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A(r_ust Egade Bell(s) Tension _s

l_djust Motion Drive Belt(s) Termion _s

ChockEr'_r_C_JLevel t/ IVp

Change Engine Oil I1_=_,3 V'

E Clean Air F'_ter I_z

N Qean AirScreen I/z

IG Inspect Muffler/Spark Atrester

Repl_ CNI Filter (If equipped) _lj

EN Clean Enolna Cooling Fins If 2 I

Replace Spark Plug If I_

Replavce Air Filter Paper Cartridge I_ !

Replace Fuel Rlter ll_

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractor does not cover

itemsthat have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractoras instructedin this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodicallyto properly maintain your

tractor.

Alladjustments in the Service and

Adjustmentssectionof this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

•Once a year you should replace the

spark plug,clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run petter and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

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7 - Tt_tt _n b_nt It Je [C_VOl _t to 3_ ft.*_e r_zxlmur_

Do r_ ovendghten.

LUBRICATION CHART

®Tie Rod BallJoints

_) Spindle-- _ _(_ Spindle

Zerk_ ............ _e_

_Front Wheel "" "X__Front Wheel

Bearingzerk_"-_-_'-'-'1 3eadngZerk

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Sector/\i-

Gear ,_

TeethII J'k

Transaxle

Fluid

(I) SAE 30 or 10w30motoro_1

_) GeneralPurposeGrease

_) Referto Maintenance"ENGINE" Section

®Spraysiliconelubriant(MoveBootsto

Lubricate)

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirtthat will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

18sparingly.

TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen

performinganymaintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seat tire punctures and prevent

fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed

and attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allowaccess to blades.

2. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer secudng 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 hex boil, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailing Edge Up

Lock Washe

_-----Hex Bolt (Grade)'

*A Grade 8 heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

ing blade -but ifyou do, be sure the

blade is balancad.

Care should be taken to keep the b_ede

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 agrindingwheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

a5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or acone

balancer. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructionssupplied

with balancer.)

NOTE: Do not use anail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground,

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced. /

CenterHole

BA'n'ERY

Your tractor has abattery 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 BA'I-rERY ANDTERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard,

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry,

4. Clean terminals and battery cable

ends with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See =REPLACING

BA'I-I'ERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace

if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

CHECKTRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

1. Block up rear axle securely.

2. Remove left rear wheel by removing

hub bolts.

3. Remove filler plug from transaxle. Oil

level must be even with plug threads.

If necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil,

API SF-SJ. Replace filler plug.

4. Reassemble wheel to hub.

oPlug

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ,

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SKEV_SCO31TYGRACES

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once ayear if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

(8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove cap from end of drain valve

and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing upward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

upward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into the

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. De not thread the cap onto the

tube when taking reading. Keep oi_

at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

cap

DrainTube/

Oil Drain Valve

Cl _sedand

LockedPosition

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 dirtand

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace adirty, bent, or damaged

cartddge. 21

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge

or use pressurized air, as this will

damage the cartridge.

6. Remove nut and cartridge plate.

7. Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

10.Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Rubber Seal

Nut

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

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.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuet filter becomes

clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carbure-

tor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in positionin fuel

line with arrow pointingtowards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

Cl_ 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 automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

&CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4, Turn ignition key "OFF" 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

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

5. Remove four retainer springs from

front plate assembly and remove

plate.

6. Remove retainer springs from

suspension arms at deck and disen-

gage arms from deck.

7. Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

Suspension

Arms

Chassis

8. Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

9. Slide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or

underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

Electric

Front Mower Clutch Pulley

Bracket Front

Plate

Retainer

Sprin!

Anti-Sway

Bar

Retainer S

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground level at front corners

of mower. Distance "A" on both sides

of mower should be the same.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each lull turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

BottomEdgeof BottomEdgeof

Mowerto Ground Mowerto Ground

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust

both front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor,

Measure distance "F" directly in front of

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

•Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length,

•If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower housing,

loosen nut "G"on both front links an

equal number of turns.

•When distance "F" is 1/8" to 112"lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

•To raise front of mower housing, loosen

nut "H"from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "G" on both front links an

equal number of rums.

•When distance =F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnion on both front links.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

BothFrontLinksShouldbe EqualinLength

Nut "H_-__ Nut "G"

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface.

Engage parking brake.

2. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

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

pulley.

4. Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

5. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

6. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

7. Check primary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and bolt in mower

housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

9. Install belt in both idlers. Make sure

belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers

as shown.

10. Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

11. Roll belt into upper groove of L.H.

mandrel pulley,

12.Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly

and inside belt keepers.

13.Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover.

_Screws Electric

i_eaftnd_LeftHand Idler ClutChpulley

Man_rel_ Mandrel Mower

_ Drive

Cove

Left Hand Mower Center

Mandrel Blade Mandrel

Mandrel

Cover

Mower

Drive

Belt Belt

Keepers

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mower drive belt (See "TO

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual).

3. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover. Unhook

spring from bolt on mower housing.

4. Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel

pulley.

5. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel

pulley.

6. Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

7. Check secondary idler arm and idler

to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

9. Install new belt in bowergroove of L.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

10.Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley.

Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

11.Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel

cover.

12. Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE

BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manual).

•Reassemble mower drive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

Idler Arm \

Sway Bar

Bracket

TO ADJUST A'I-rACHMENT CLUTCH

The electdc clutch should provide years

of service, The clutch has abuilt-in brake

that stops the pulley within 5 seconds,

Eventually, the internal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to

not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by a Sears

or other qualified service center.

1. Make sure attachment clutch and

ignition switches are in "OFF" position.

2. Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot

Iooations cut in the side of brake ptate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at fullthrottle and

engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

°oto;4LL c,utchP,atet --:ot2"

Nylon_ l

Locknut(3)'-"'T'- IB'rake

_Plate

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Yourtractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the left

side of the transaxle.

If tractor requiresmore than six(6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in highest

gear on a level dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

1. Depress clutchYorakepedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operatingarm and nut "A" on brake rod.

3. If distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen

jam nut and turn nut =A"untildistance

becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

WITH PARKI BRAKE "ENGAGED"

Nut "A"

Operatin

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface, Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there

is a belt installationguide decal on

bottom of left footrest, It is not necessary

to remove mower.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Engage parking brake (creates slack

in belt).

2. Remove mower drive belt from electric

clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section

of this manual).

3. Roll motion drive belt off transaxle

pulley.

4. Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys,

then off engine pulley and front V-idler

pulley.

5. Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Place V part of belt into grooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler,

making sure to route belt inside of belt

keepers.

2. Put belt coming from V-idler above

midspan belt keeper, then onto

clutching idler pulleys as shown.

3. Make sure V part of belt engages V-

idler.

4. Place belt around transaxle pulley,

beginning at top.

V part of belt should engage transaxle

pulley.

5. Place long lower section of belt

through loop in midspan belt keeper.

6. Check to be sure belt is on proper

side of all belt keepers.

7. Reinstall mower drive belt onto

electdc clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment

Clutching Flat Idler,

Engine Above

Transaxle

Belt Pulley

Twists Belt

Keeper

I from Bottom

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble per

instructionsin the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONTWHEELTOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper

steering operation. Toe-in was set at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. If parts in the front axle or

steedng mechanism have been replaced

or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if

necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN -

1. Position front wheels straight ahead.

2. Measure distance between wheels at

front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"

and "B").

•Front dimension =A" should be 1/8" to

1/4' less than rear dimension "B".

TO ADJUST TOE-IN -

1. Loosen jam nuts at adjustment

sleeves on tie rod.

2. Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is

1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension "B".

3. Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred to

affect the front wheel camber, contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVEWHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL -

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal.

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

1. Block rear axle securely.

2. Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow

wheel removal.

3. Repair tire and reassemble. Replace

and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

RetainingWashers

g'o vor\

TO START ENGINEWlTH AWEAK

BATTERY

• I,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY = in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system.

The other vehical must also be a 12 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect each end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

battery, taking care not to short

against chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully

charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable to good CHASSIS GROUND,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

REPLACING BATTERY

_I_CAUTION: 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 hood to raised position.

2. Remove terminal guard.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then

RED battery cable and carefully

remove battery from tractor.

4. install new battery with terminals in

same position as old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal guard.

6. First connect RED battery cable to

positive (+) battery terminal with hex

bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to

negative (-) battery terminal with

remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood. Hex Bolt

Keps

Adjustment Bolt Spring

Terminal

Access._, S /- ./

Door :_

Positive

Terminal

Guard (Black)

Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATrACHM ENT LIFT

SPRING

1. While holding spring bushing with

wrench, loosen jam nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to

extend spdng and reduce lifteffort for

heavier attachments.

• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise

for lighter attachments.

2. Retighten jam nut against spring

bushing.

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maximum

spring tension when using light attach-

ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever

spdng to aid in liffingattachment. Do not

overpower spring. When removing

attachment, always adjust spring tension

to its lowestposition.

Attachment Lift

Jam Nut Spring

TO REMOVE ROOD AND GRILL

ASSEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilttoward engine and liftoff of

tractor.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

inector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THRO'rrLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle controlhas been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that speed control lever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loosen

casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

Idle Fuel

Adjusting Screw

Control Cable

Clamp ScrewChoke Control Cable

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary, check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed For Full

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been present at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. However, minor adjustment

may be required to compensate for

differences in fuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

In general, turning the adjusting needles

In (clockwise) decreases the supply of

fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air

mixture. Turningthe adjusting needles out

(countemlockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fue!/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETI'ING -

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter, and

the throttle controlcable is adjusted

properly (see "TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle In (clockwise) closing it finger

tight and then turn out (counterclocK-

wise) 1 turn,

FINAL SETI'ING -

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.

NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory

and cannot be adjusted.

2. Idle sDeeU settine - With throttle

control lever in slow position, engine

should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine

idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed

adjusting screw in or out until correct

idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle settino - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuer adjusting needle In (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and

then turn out (counterclockwise)

approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the

best low speed performance.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

5. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle

out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if

necessary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_1=CAUTION: 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 Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, boltsand 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.

BA'n'ERY

•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 creaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" 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 importantto prevent

gum deposites from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

expedance indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of and engine

while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

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 distribute0il.

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, storeyour tractor indoors

and cover it to give protectionfrom dust

and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with asuitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

=ROBLEM CAUSE

Will not start 1. Out of fuel,

Hard to start

Englnewill not

turn over

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

:7 Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

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. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

; 8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

Engine clicks but

will not start

CORRECTION

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. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

8. Check all widng.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service 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. Drain fuel tank end refill

with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact aSears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal.

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

i 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too

Excessive

_lbration

Englnecontlnues

_orun

Nhen operator

leaves seat with

Nith attachment

¢lutch engaged

Poor cut-uneven

fast,

2. Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves

and trash under mower,

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/didy oil.

6, Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

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).

1. Faulty operator-safety

presence controlsystem.

1, Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3, Buildupof grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

I3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with

fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel

filter.

1O.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 Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. T_ghten loose part(s).

Replace damaged pads.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not

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. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes,

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

_1owerbladesw[ll 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.

rot rotate mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt.

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck notlevel.

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. 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.

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.

I1O.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

Turn switch"ON".

Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

Check]replace light switch.

Check wiring and connec-

tions.

Replace fuse.

Replace battery.

Check]clean all connec-

tions.

Replace regulator,

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator. Replace alternator.

Engine"backfires' 1. Engine throttle control not Move throttle control to

whenturnlng set at "SLOW" position "SLOW" position and allow

engine "OFF" for 30 seconds before to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine, stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

IGNITION SWITCH

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING.

BATTERy SOLENO4D

FUSE _', STARTER

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REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS H B

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

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ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144,927 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7,5 Zinc

11 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 166184 Harness Socket Light W/4152J

22 4152J Bulb Light

25 150755 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 170697 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Plunger

30 175566 Switch, lgn

33 140403 Key, Ignition

40 17(_38 Harness Ign.

42 154336 Cover, Termini

45 122822X Ammeter

50 174652 Switch, PTO

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

79 163996 Bulbhok:lerAsm. Incandescent

81 109748X Relay Asm.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 175465 Rail, Frame RH 50 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front

2 175282 D_wb_,G1 56 154614 _et Asm., S_sp Ch_s_'_ Lh

4 73680700 Nut, Crownlock Hex 7/16-14UNC 58 175315 B_cket Asm., Fender

5 163976X428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 60 17G60620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 63 19131514 WaSher 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

7 177'20406 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 67 156973 Guide, Belt Gear Drive

8 145166 Suppod, Bettery 68 174905(_ Screw "l_droL 5/16-18 x 1/2

14 175259)(558 Rood Asm., Pnt Stealth YTGT 70 177679 Keeper, Belt

16 161841 Lens LH 84 142992 Stop, Over Center Mower

16 121794X Cover, Access 85 144911 Bracket, Supporl Transaxle

17 17060612 Screw 86 74760716 Belt Fin Hex 7/16-14 UNC x 1

18 174515X558 Grille 88 STD551143 WaSher, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

19 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12 Ga. 91 175464 Rail, Frame Lh

20 S]_523710 Belt, FinHex 3/6-15xl 106 1758_20 Screw, ThdmlHexHeadZincMwr

21 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16Unc 122 161464 ScrewHexWshd6-18x7/8

24 145243X558 Footrest, RH 130 164863 ScrewHWHDHI-Lo#13*16X3/4

25 161842 LensRH 137 74780715 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 xl Gr. 5

28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 139 171873 BoltShouider5/16-18TT

30 145051)(014 S_,ddte,Stkscr Vgt "_40 "_63806 M._3r_etYTGT

31 161419 Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT Strg 141 163805 Striker Plate YTGT

32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 142 1618_7 Bracket Dash Rh

33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 144 161900 Bracket Oash Lh

34 177015 Plate Asm 148 164655 Extrusion Bumper

35 19111116 Washer 11/32x11/16x16Ga. 150 161237 D,.JctHeatHood

36 17060512 Screw 5_16-16 x 3/4 152 177956 S_ietd Browning

37 167285X558 Fender 153 161235 Lensasm

39 175276 Bracket, Axle Front 158 1767(To08 ScrewThdrol 3/6-16 x 1/2

42 72140608 Belt, Carriage 3/6-16xl 160 17060508 Screw 3/16-18 x1/2

43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh

45 154913 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh NOTE: A_compor_ent_met_sio_s 9h,en _U.S. i_:;hes

47 17490608 Screw Thdrol. 3/6-16 x 1/2 1 inch=25.4 mm

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

GROUND DRIVE

69 4

_, 12

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 9858M1' Key, Woodruff 37 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

3 7563R WaSher, Thrust, Axle 38 150035 Ny_ner

4 174g_o06 Screw Thdro_5/16-18 x 3/4 39 74321016 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1

5 STD5414.T/ Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 40 178575 Actuator, Irdedock Switch

6 $1_561210 Pin, Cotter 41 73931060 Locknut #10-24

7 149176 Wheel, Hub Assembly 42 8883R Cover, Pedal

812000034 Klip, Ring 46 145170 Retainer, Spdng

9 140080 Bott, Hub 47 138228 Clutch ROd

10 142509 Disc, Drake 48 72110612 Bolt, Cart. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

11 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 50 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat

12 73750800 Nutlock 1/2-20 Unf 51 STC541437 NUt, Crewnlock 3/8-16 UNC

13 139419 Washer, Special 52 139123 Pulley, Idler, Grooved

14 138901 Bushing 53 207J Washer, Hardened

15 STB5510_7 Washer 13/3,?.xl3/16 x 16 Ga. 54 161590 Clutch, Arm Assembly

16 143012 Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 55 1C5706X Beadng, Idler

17 126_O9X Sprig 56 137153 V-Bett

18 137104 Lever, Brake 57 141756 Bracket, Shift ROd, Hi-Lo

19 136_26 Cam, Brake Disc 59 122_53X Shift Red, H_-Lo

21 23260412 Screw, Flat Head 1/4-28 x 3/4 60 122268X Spring Clip, Connecting Link

22 633A1G9 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 61 137524 Pulley, Transaxle

23 106932)( Knob 62 STD551143 Washer, Lock 7/16

24 136925 Support, Puck Drake 63 74760720 Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4

25 136923 Puck, Brake Top 64 154752 Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

26 137552 Spdng, Return 65 67609 Bolt, Shoulder

27 17490528 Screw, Hex Wsh Thd. 66 140296 Washer, Hardened

5/16-18 x 1-3/4 67 19131312 Washer, Flat

28 73350600 NUt, Hex dam 3/8-16 68 5142H Pin, Roll

29 137213 Brake, Rod 69 136,327 Hub, Cover

30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 117 739006G0 Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc

34 71673 Cap, Plunger

35 137648 ROd, Parking Brake NOTE: All compo_3nt dimensions given in U.S. inches

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground 1 inch =25A mm

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

STEERINGASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768 Wheel, Steering

2 178557 Axle Asm., Front

3 6855 Fitting, Grease

4 161849 Spindle Asm, LH

5 161848 Spindle Asm., RH

6 62_6H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

7 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

8 1'2(J(_029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75

9 121232X Cap, Spindle

10 74781044 Boll, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

11 136518 Spacer Beating Axle Front

12 73901(_0 Nut, Lock F_ange 5/8-11 Unc

13 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

14 STD551137 Washer, LockHvyHlclSpr 3/8

15 STD541537 Nut, Lock Center 3/6-24 UN F

16 145103 Shaft Asm., Steedng

17 137347 Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Bait Vgt (Inc. Key No. 36-40)

18 175572 Drngliok, EeJI Joint Solid Vgt

19 156011 Suppod Asm., Steering Vgt

20 172020 Boot, Sleedng

21 1CO711L Adapter, Whee_Steedng

22 155105 Bushing, Sty. BIk

23 152927 Screw

24 19133812 Wa.sher 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.

25 STD523710 Belt, FinHex 3/6-16xl Gr. 5

26 139769 Cap, Wheel Steedng

27 3366R Bearing, Col. Str 9.

28 170(_612 Screw 3/6-16 x 3/4

29 104239X Beadng, Range

31 138136 Bushiog, Nyfiner Snap

32 19111610 Washer 11/32x 1 x 10Ga.

33 s'r_.551131 Washer, Lock Hvy Hi(:] Spr 5/16

34 7478B512 Bott, Fin Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4

35 138059 Gear, Sector Steedn 9

36 137156 i3e Rod

37 73360600 Jam Nut RH Thread

38 1_J850X Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread

39 73700600 Jam Nut LH Thread

40 109851X Joint Asm. Ball LH Thread

41 155246 Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97

42 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5i16-18xl/2Tyt

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

18 15 17

16 39 8

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1...... Engine (See Breakdown)

Kohler Model No. CV624-65577

2 149723 Muffler

8 121361X PuTleyV-Idler

9 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine

10 175287 Bushing Long RH

11 17(_56 Clutch Electrk:

12 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clth

15 151346 Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YVGt 96

16 109"_7X Pad Spacer

17 1(36082X Pad Spacer

18 14_27 Cap Asm FuelW/Gauge

20 177328X428 Control Throttle

21 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo

#13-16 x 3/4

22 175441)(428 Contrut Choke

24 ST0551237 Washer Exl Tooth 3/8

25 73920600 Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF

26 3645J Bushing

27 139277 Stem Tank Fuel

28 7834R Fuel Line

29 137180 Spark Arrester Kit

SPARK ARRESTER KIT J

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

35 10010500 Washer Split

37 123487X ClampHose

3_ 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC

40 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC

41 126197)( Washer 1-1/2 OD X 15/32 ID

X .250

42 STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16

43 173937 Bolt Hex 7/16 -20 X 4 -1/4

Ga5-1.5

47 175288 Bushing Shod LH

69 1466_9 Shield Heat

69 24-041-02 Gasket

70 175545 Tube Exhaust LH

71 175546 Tube Exhaust RH

74 16,_x35 Elbow Street Brass

80 M73030800 Nut RangeMS-1.25

81 148456 Plug Drain Oil Easy Drain

69 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy

83 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4

84 17(;60624 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR o* MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

SEATASSEMBLY

11 12

KEY PART

NO. NO.

t 140123

2140551

3 140675

4 127018X

5 14_

6 $11To41437

7124181X

9 171877

10 174894

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050412

i22

8_ _,_,_ 20

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot Seat

Strap, Fender

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62

CJip. Push In, Hinged

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric

Spring, Seal Cprsn

Se9 5/16-18Uncx 3/4 w/Seres

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Mounting Switch

Bushing, Snap

Bott, Carriage 1/4o20X 1-1/2

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 134300 Spacer, Split

16 121250X Spring, Cprsn

17 123976X Nut. LOCk 1/4 Lge Fkj Gr. 5

18 18171912 Washer 17/32x 1-3,'16x 12 Ga.

19 166369 Knob, Seat

20 124238X Cap, Spring Seat

21 171852 Bog. Shoulder 5/16-18

22 STD541431 Nut.Crownlock 5/16.18Unc

NO'hE: All comp_snt d_n'_nsionsgiven inU.S, inches

1inch =25.4 mm

DECALS TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

519

12 1

KEY PARr

NO. NO.

1 177423

2164_85

3 1717(_

4 171703

5 149516

6 133644

8 177415

9 163204

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146047

I_'Y PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPllON

Decal, Dash Panel 14 160397 Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Dash 15 177539 Decal, Rapl Parts

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 16 178993 Decal, Engine

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 17 177628 Decal, Engine KHLR Fan

Decal, Battery DNGPJPSN 19 138047 Decal, Battery

ENG Asm 23 1062__X Reflector, Taillight

Decal, Maintenance - - 138311 Decal, Handle Lft Height

Decal SD, PNL Adjust (LJr1Handle)

Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 157199)(428 Pad, Footrest

Decal, Fender Danger -* 178411 Manual, Owner's (Eng)

Decal, Clutch/Brake -•178412 Manual,Owner's (Span)

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic

WHEELS&TIRES

410

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192 Cap. Valve, Tire

2 65139 Stem, Valve

3 106228X427 Rim Assembly. Front

11 106277X427 Rim Assembly, Rear

4 8134H Tube, Fro_t (Service Item

Only)

10 7154J Tube. Rear (Service Item Only)

5 166230X Tire, Front

9 140183 Tire,Rear

6 2781-1 Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

12 6856M Fitting, Grease

7 904_H Beadng, Range (Front Wheel

Only)

8 t 04757X428 Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

--144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given inU,S, inches

1inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

LIFTASSEMBLY

40 42 43 38 35 73

31 8

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 1210C6X

2 177535

3 159189

412OOOO22

5 19292016

6 71110624

7 125631X

8 122365X

9 122364X

10 2876H

11 146704

12 163552

13 139868

14 169865

15 STE_41437

15 674A247

18 143363

19 STDS,51(X37

20 5328J

21 STD52710

23 STD624008

24 733508(_

26 73800800

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm., Lever 29 150233 Trunnion, InfinHeight

Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 30 110807X Nut, Special

Lever Asm., Litt Rh 31 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

E-RingTruarc#5133-87 32 137150 Spdng, Compression Inf Hgt

Washer29/32xl-1/4x16Ga. 33 STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3/32xl/2

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 34 137167 Rod, Adj Lift

Grip, Handle Fluted 35 138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc

Button, Plurpger 38 155(_7 Pointer, Height Indicator

Plunger, Button 39 123935X Plug, Hole

Spdng 2-1/8" 40 17060516 Sci'ew 5/16-18 x 1

Link Lift 41 7_ Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Retainer, Spring 42 19112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga.

Arm, Suspension Vgt 43 123934X SCale, Ind_cato,"Height

Bearing 70 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 72 110452X NUt Push Phos & Oil

Spring Asm., Assist Lift 73 7_ Nut Hex Jam 3/6-16

Bracket, Spring Assist 75 175805 Plate Asm Susp Front

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 76 1755,50 Pin Flange

Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist 78 175689 Trunnion Front Susp.

Belt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

Retainer, Spdng NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 1inch= 254 mm

Nut, Lock wPAlsh1/2-13 Uric

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

MOWERDECK

49 41

16 117

__3 118

117

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

1 156948 Deck Weldment 34 144945

3 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 35 17490628

5 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 36 STD5510_7

6 130632 Arm, Suspenslan, Rear (Sway 37 131494

sad 3s 1560_

8 850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 39 144917

Gr. 8 40 137273

9 STD551137 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplatnd 3/8 41 17060620

10 14(_96 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower 42 165723

Vented 43 144949

11 176084 Blade 44 133943

13 137553 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Beadng 45 145059

14 137152 Housing, Mandrel 46 137729

15 110485X Bearing, Bell, Mandrel 47 144959

19 174493 Stripper, Mower 48 148763

18 STD533166 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 49 $3_D541437

19 132827 Bolt, Hex Heed, Shoulder 50 72110612

5/16-18

20 145055 Baffle, Vortax Mower 46" 52 156493

21 STD541431 Nnt, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 72 19131616

22 134753 Stiffener, Bracket 116 137644

23 131267 Bracket, Deflector 117 133957

24 105304X Cap, Sleeve 118 73930600

25 149287 Spdng, Torsion, Deflactor 119 19121414

26 110452X Nut, Push 126 144948

27 166883)(428 BeflectorClipping 127 146763

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. -- 166209

29 131491 Rod,Hinge --143651

30 157722 Screw, Thd Rolling Washer Hd

31 1'29963 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

3_ 153531 Pulley,Mandrel

33 178342 Nut, Fig. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

DESCRIPTION

Anchor, Spring Deck 46"

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

Washer 13132 x13/16 x 16 Ga.

Pullay, Idtar, F_at

Keeper, Belt, Idler

Pulley, Idler, Ddven

Spdng, Beconda_ 44/46/50 Vent

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

Spacer, Retainer

Arm, Idler Secondary

Washer, Hardened

Cover, Mandrel Deck

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

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Pdmary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16x 1-1/2

Gr. 5

Pulley Idler 49" Phm. Ddve

Washer 13,'32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Bolt,Shoulder

GaugeWheel

Nut, Centedock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Arm, Idler, Pdmary Deck 46"

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25

Replacement Mower Complate

Mandrel Asm 44/50 Sen/ice

(InrJudes Key Nos. 8-10, 13-15,

31 and 33)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRANSAXLE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

86 85

Ji 7

25 34

TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 4197R

21'2_XX_34

3 4199R

44216R

5 4215R

64217R

7 174728

8 74020652

97392M

10 137261

11 4985R

12 6266H

13 4212R

14 137125

15 6276H

16 &33A63

17 8118M

18 8740H1

19 12223OX

20 4218,=1

21 6252H1

22 7819H

23 6262H

24 7393R

25 _R1

26 139111

27 4966R

28 122254X

29 626911

3O 5855H

31 174731

32 6277H

33 4225R

34 73O6H

35 4198R

36 4200R

37 7395H

38 160789

39 174729

40 13320400

41 17586520

45 6271H

46 1306O200

49 48_5H

50 4222R

51 1529R

KEY PART

DESCRtP'nON NO. NO. DESCRIWRON

Axle Shaft 52 8119M Needle Beanng

Retaining Ring 53 4220R Thrust Beating Race

Final Drive Gear 54 4209R 3rd Reduction pinion. Low

Differential Gear 55 4213,=1 4th Reductlen Gear

Differential Pinion 56 4442R 3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer

Differengal Carrier 57 4195R 2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Axle Thrust Washer 58 4214R Final Dhve Pinion

Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 3-114 59 4194R 1st Reduction Gear Shaft

(1"Thread Length) 60 7528,9 I st Reductioq Shaft Spacer

Steel Bail 61 4208R 3rd ReduclJonPinion High

Spdng Shift Fork Detent _4207R 2nd Reduction Gear

ShiftFork, High-Low Range 63 7398H Needle Bearing

Thrust Beanng Race 64 4203R Low Speed Gear and 2nd

4th Reduction Pinion Reduction Pinion Cluster

Shaft, Brake 65 4204R Reverse Gear

Snap Ring, CrescentType 66 2898-1 Key, Hi-Pro 1/8 x 17/32

High-Low RangeGears 67 1200C033 KlipRing

Needle Beadng 68 42_5R Intermediate Speed Gear

Sintered Iron Searing 69 4206R High Speed Gear

Shift Fork Shaft, High-Low 70 1370H ThrUstBearing Race

Range 71 633A69 Intermediate and High Speed

Differential Pinion Spacer Cluster Pinions

Differential Pinion Bushing 72 139120 Input Shaft

Gripco Centedock Nut 3/8-24 73 4201R Low Speed Pinion

Shift Fork. R.H. 74 12(_O008 E-Ring

Oil Seal 75 1153R Reverse Idler Gear

Sintered Iron Bearing 77 6803.1 Needle Bearing

Shift Fork Shaft 79 1167R SealingWasher

Shift Fork, L.H. 80 733607G0 Nut. Hex, Jam 7/16-20

Shift Shaft, High-Low Range 81 6270H Oil Sea_

Oil Seal 82 136984 Reverse Idler Shaft

Pressure Relief Vatve 84 5384J Gearshift Lever. Bent

Gearcase, Reverse Idler Shaft 85 2978J Gearshift Cap

and Bearings. R.H. (Includes 86 633A85 Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin

Key No.'s 17.18, 25.33, 50, 87 873OH1 Shift Lever Guide Sail, Keyed

63,77 and 82) 88 4924H Spring

Dowel Pin 89 19151516 Washer 15/32 x 15/16 x 16

Needle Beadng Gauge

Thrust Searing Race 90 110542X Shift Mechanism Seal

4th Reduction Gear Shaft 91 19181511 Washer 9/16 x 15/16 x 12

4th Reduction Gear Spacer Gauge

Thrust Bearing Race _75,) Gearshift Gate and

Gate, Lower, Shift Reinforcement

Gearcase and Bearings, LH. 9G 6274H Shift Bail Cover Gasket

(Includes Key Numbers 18, 25, 94 76020412 Cotter Pin 1/8 x3/4

49, 50 (2), 51 and 52) 96 159783 Screw, Hex, Washer, HD.

Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N.P.T. 97 633109 Gearshift Lever Assembly

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 96 174742 Trans_de, 6 Speed,

Oil Seal Complete Assembly

PipaPlug 1/4-18 N.P.T. NOTE: AIIcompanentdimensionsgivenidU.S, inches

Needle Bearing 1 inch =25.4 mm

Needle Bearing

TRACTOR- °MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624,TYPE NUMBER65577

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I

_m13

°i[_/''

-- t5...

O_10

6 Ii

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917.274951

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65577

HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-033-01-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket 1 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front

(Includes 2, 3, 5) 2 Crankcase (USE: Miniblock

2 24-O41-23-S Gasket, breather 24 782 24)

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

4 M-645020 Screw, hex. flange 4 24-380-13-S Pin, _owel IocaUn

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

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

6 25-351-01-S Lifter valve 14) 6 24-874-17-S ncludas 7,

7 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train ( ncudes 8, 24-874-15-S

., ,2)

8 24-411-05-S Rod, push (4) 24-874-19-S

9 24-041-08-S Gasket, cylinder head (2) 24-874-14-S

10 24-318-12-S Head assembly, #2 cylinder 7 24-108-11-S Ring !

11 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker (4)

12 24-599-01-S Pivot, rocker arm (4)

13 M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 8 24-0

M6x1.0X34 4) 9 12-422-09-S St_m,

14 12-086-16-S Screw hex. flange 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft

MlOxl.5x90 (8 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft

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

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

16 24-153-16-S O-Ring 12-422-11-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

17 24-086-32-S Screw, shoulder (4) 12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

18 24-445-01-S Strap, lifting 10 24-012-10-S Camshaft

19 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 11 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange

24-016-02-S Valve, exhaust (.25)(2) 12 M-545010-S M5xO.Sxl0 (2)

20 24-017-01-S Valve intake (Std.) (2

24-017-02-S Valve intake (.25 (2) 13 24-018-04-S Retainer, reed (2)

21 24-032-05-S Seal valve stem 2) 14 24-402-05-S Reed breather 2

22 235011-S Retainer, spring (4) 15 12-153-01-S O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

23 24-089-02-S Spdng, valve (4) 16 24-126-19-S Bracket, oil fit) tube

24 12-173-01-S Cap, valve spring (4) 17 12-123-04-S Tube, oil fill

25 12-755-03-S Kit, retainer (4) 18 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

26 24-318-11-S Head assembly, #1 cytindm M5xO.Sx16

27 24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover -breather 19 12-153-02-S O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

(Incl. 16, 17, 28) 20 24-038-04-S Dipstick assembly (includes

28 25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber 21, 22)

29 24-755-57-S Kit, breather separator 21 25-755-13-S Kit, oil fill cap _lnclubes 22)

(Includes 28, 30-33) 22 12-153-03-S O-Ring, dipsticK

30 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange 23 24-018-09-S Ring, retainer

24 M-931010-S Washer, nylon (top)

M5x0.SX16 (2)

31 24-445-02-S Strap, breather 25 28-032-09-S Seal gevemor cross shaft

32 24-126-44-S Bracket, breather separator 26 24 468 15-S Washer (bottom

33 24-1_2-12-S Spacer 27 24-144-33-S Shaft, governor cross

34 24-294-06-S Fdting

35 24-326-13-S Hose, breather NOTE: AIIcomponent dimensionsgivenin U,S. inches

36 24-326-14-S Hose, breather 1 inch = 25.4 mm

37 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (2)

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KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER65577

IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Housing, blower

1 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 1 24-027-20-S (Incl. 2-4)

_nciudes 2-4,and 24 113 18-

) 2 24-100-01-S Nut plasflc (3)

2 M-403025-S Screw, hox. cap M4x0.Tx25 3 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16

(V_a 4 24-100-02-S Nut, plastic (2)

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

4 24-112-04-S Spacer, grass screen (4) M5x0.8x20 (4)

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

6 24-157-03-S Fan M5x0.8x16 (3

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

M10x1.5x46 M5x0.flx15

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

9 X-42-15-S Key M6x1.0x16 (5)

10 24-625-04-S Flywheel 9 24-146-16-S Plate, backing - # 2 side

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

12 X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16 (2) 11 24-063-26-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

13 24-086-t8-S Screw, phillips hd, 11-16x7/8 side

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

J4 236602-S Connector (3 contact) 13 24-663-58-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

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

(Includes 24 126 71*S) 14 24-063-23-S Baffle, valley - #1 side

16 12-132-02-S Spark Plug (2) 15 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

17 M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.8x25 M5x0.8xl0 (2)

NOT iLLUSTRATED

18 235173-S lip, cable -- 24-096-66-S Cover, control

19 48-154-02-S Clip, cable -- 24-085-06-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/4"

20 X-25-63-S Washer, plain 1/4" (2)

21 24-584-01-S Module, ignition (2)

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-126-71-S Bracket, stator wire AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

-- X-22-11-S Washer, !ock 1/4"

-- 24-176-82-S Harness, wiring KEY PART

Lead, black (rect.-reg. 5" -12 NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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-- 24-518-12-S Insulated grip barrel eyelets) 1 24-164-06-S Manifold, intake

-- 24-113-18-S Decal, grass screen 2 M-651055-S Screw, hex. flange

-- 25-454*03-S Tie, wire (3) M6x1.0x55 (4)

3 24-041-01-S Gasket, intake manifold (2)

4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

5 24-094-18oS Base, air cleaner

6 24-041-13-S Gasket, fuel spltback cup

7 24-109-09°S Cup, fuel spltback

8 24-083-03-S Element, air cleaner

9 24-053-05°S Precleanar, element

10 231032-S Seal, breather

11 24-096-01-S Cover, inner air cleaner

12 12-100-01oS Wing Nut

13 24-096-73-S Cover, air cleaner

14 54-755-01-S Kit, knob with seal

(Includes 15 & 16

15 24-153-20-S O-Rng

16 25-341-03-S Knob, cover

17 24-063-51-S Baffle, fuel spit-back

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65577

STARTING SYSTEM I

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274951

KOHLERENGINE-MOBELNUMBER CV624,TYPE NUMBER 65577

STAR_NGSYSTEM OIL PAN/LU BRICATION

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange

Mex1.25xe0 (2)

2 25-098-08-S Starter, solenoid shift

_lndudes 4-7)

3 M-841080-S Nut, hex. flange M8x1.25

4 25-435-04-S Kit, solenoid

5 25-755-33-S Kit, pirdon drive (InCludes 6)

6 25-141-05-S Ring

7 25 221 01-S Kit, brush

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24 211 03-S Bolt, round head square

neck

2 24-090o33-S Lever, governor

3 M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0

4 24-089-01-S Spring linkage

5 25-15E-OE-S BtJshing, Iinka_e retaining

6 24-079-g4-s Linkage, throttle

7 25-158-11-S BushJng, uthrottle linkage

8 M-545016-S Screw, hex. range

M5x0.8x16

9 M-547050-S Nut, hex. lock MSx0.8

10 24-089-03-S Spring, choke return

11 24-126-56-S Bracket, control

12 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x16 (4)

13 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable (2

14 24-086-43-S Screw, thread forming _2)

15 24-090-07-S Lever, throttle actuator

16 X-20-1-S Washer, lock 1/4"

17 M-541050-S Nut hex. flange M5x0.8

18 24-468-01-S Washer, plain 5.5 mm 3)

lg 24-08g-45-S Spring, governor

20 M-446030-S Nut, hex M4x0.7

21 24-09g-13oS Lever, throttte control

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x20

23 24-08g-51-S Spdng, throttle limiter

24 24-g90-05-S Lever, choke

25 41-468-03-S Washer, spring 1/4"

26 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.Tx25

27 24-079-05-S Linkage, choke

124-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly

(Includes 2-10)

2 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange

MExl.0:'25 (2)

3 M-631005-S Washer plain 6 mm 2

4 24.393-08°S Oil pump assembly (Includes

5 24o123-05oS Tube, oil pickup

6 24.162-26-S Screen, oil

724-043-12-S =Kit, governor gear w/pin

(Inctudes 8)

8 12-380-01oS Pin, governor regulating

52-448-02-S Tab, locking

0 12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

11 24-153-08-S O-Ring

12 X-75-32-S Plug, _ex. ctsk. 3/8"

13 24-136-gl-S Nipple, oil filter

14 12-050°01-S Filter, oil

15 52-032-08-S Seal, oil (PTO end)

16 24-086-17-S Screw, hex. flange

M8xl.25x45

17 24-086-16-S Screw, hex, flange

M8x1.25x45 (g)

18 X-75-10-S N.P_.RPlu,sq. hd. solid a!8"

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV624, TYPE NUMBER 65577

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EXHAUST I

FUELSYSTEM I

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KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624,TYPE NUMBER 65577

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

2 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust (2)

2 25-072-04-S Stud, M8xl.25x33 (4)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- PA-65577 Replacement Engine

-- 24-782-24 Miniblock

-- 24-755-107-SGasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-853-25oS Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 2-4)

2 24o041-15-S Gasket, carburetor

3 24-053-25 Carburetor assembly

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(Includes 24 757 18-S, 24-

757-19-S, 24-757-20-S, 24-

757-22-S)

4 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

5 M°629095-S Stud, M6x1.0)(95 (2)

6 M-641060oS Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

7 47-154-01-S Clip, cable

8 24-353-03-S Line, fuel 10-5/8" (2)

9 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (6)

10 24-086-12-S Screw, hex. cap. M6x1.7x18

11 24-393-16-S Pump, uel - pulse

12 24-100.01-S Nut, plastic (2)

13 15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11-1/2"

14 25-050-03-S Filter, fuel

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24-757-18-S Kit, overhaul w/gaskets

-- 24-757-19-S Kit, choke repair w/gaskets

-- 24-757-20-S Kit, gasket

- - 24-757-22-S Kit, solenoid replacement w/

gaskets

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SIGHTING _ _. CU T

GUIDE T/./_.-S

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

Operate your Trector up and down the face of slopes (not I

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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