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Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAWI

23.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

6 SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.275011

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answersto your questions

about this product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears CraftsmanHelp Line

5 am- 5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 16

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

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

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

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

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

Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR 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 instructionsin the owner's

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

matedal or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returningyour

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, pelts 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 dding equipment, impacting

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

•Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but net limited to,

electdcal 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

debds, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscon-

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, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

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

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

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in matedal 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 ddlag equipment to

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

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

TO LOCATE THE 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 rightswhich

may vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT:ThiscuttingmachineIscapableofamputaUnghandsandfeetand

throwing objects. Failure to observe the followingsafety instructionscould result in

sedous injuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

lestruetions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only/.allow responsible adults, who are

famdiarwith the Instructions, to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

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

picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

ifanyone enters the area,

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary, Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

directionand do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

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

icatcher or unclog_ng 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

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of dding mower-

related inudee. These operators

shou d eva uate the r abil ty to operate

the dding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

sedous 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 debds which can cause

build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or stodng the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. Ifyou

cannot back upthe slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, orbumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge ofa cliffor ditch, or if an edge

caves in,

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sUding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

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III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

• 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, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs,trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Usa extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as awater 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 their proper operation regulady.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary.

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and detedoration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow obiects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjustand 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 interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15°Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs,etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overture the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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• 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.

-&Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions, it means

CAUTIONII! BECOME ALERTlll YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

ACAUTION: In order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, trans-

porting,adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

ACAUTION: Do not coast down e hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

&CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specificationsof 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 aslope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

&WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

end birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

,_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE 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:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintainyour 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, cadng for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructionsunder "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

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark an'ester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

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Steering Wheel

Steenng Steedng Sleeve

Wheel Insert

Steering Sleeve

Extension

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

(5) Retainer Springs

double loop)

Retainer Spdngs

single loop)

Mower ,_

(2)Flanged

(1)Freer PLate _-

Assembly

f (2) Adjusting Bar GaugeWheels _ (2) Shoulder Bolt

0

_ (2) Wheels _ _

\_ f_k__(2)Reta, iner Springs

(OOUDlelOOp)

iO) i°

,,_2)vy,ash ers _==,I 3/8-16 _J ,)" !

;/_ x _/4 x ]4 _a. _ (2) Clevis Pins "_

Video Casse_e_

Slope Sheet

Keys I

/2) Keys

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

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

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

correcttools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

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

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When rightor 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 fiat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large fiat washer from steering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steedng sleeve over the

steedng shaft.

4. Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

5. Position steedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to dght) and slide

onto steedng wheel adapter.

6. Secure steedng wheel to steedng

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large fiat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

7. Snap steedng wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective matedals from

tractor hood and grill.

_ _'_ Steering

___..-_ Wheel Insert

_F:_2't asher

Steering _ Large Flat

Wheel__ Washer

Steering_ _ Tabs

Sleeve

Extension

SteeringShaft _-"_..'_._ _._-"._

• J _ -n

Steer/3 i_ 1 =.

Sleeve _;,_i'_._-J:'._,_?/,,".

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncturetires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position•

NOTE: Ifthis battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hourat 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Label

""'::'ii::i'''..:..._.,_':..'_

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INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

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 boll 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 end fiat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into opera_ng position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake peda( al( the way down.

8. Get off seat withoutmoving its

adjusted position,

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely. Seat

Bolt

NOTE: You may now roll or ddve 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 end

function of controls)

1. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral iN)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_,WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation sectionof 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.

I. 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 liR 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 bold. 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.

10.'rum ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGEWHEELSTO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper position when

operating mower. Be sure they are

propedy adjusted to ensure optimum

mo,*ver penormaoce.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligning holes ate on top.

Assemb_ gauge wheels as shown

using shoulder hoRs, 3/8 washers and

3/8-16 center leeknuts and tighten

securely.

2. Forease of mower to tractor assem-

bly raise gauge wheels to highest

positionand retain with clevs p ns

and spdng retainers.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before

operating mower. See "TO ADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation

section of this manual.

Shoulder

Gauge

3/eWash( Locknut

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment llftcontrol. Engage parking

brake.

1. Cut and remove ties securir_:Janti-

sway bar and belts, Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

Chassi

Gauge

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflectorshield to right side of tra

IMPORTANT'. Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. Turn height adjustment knob cou

clockwiseuntil it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attach

liftcontrol.

5. Install belt into electric clutch pulh

groove.

6. Place the suspension arms on

outward pointing deck pins. Reta

with double loop retainer spdngv

loops up as shown.

7. Installfront plate assembly to trac

suspension brackets and retain

single loop retainer spdngs as sh

8. Position front plate assembly bet_

front mower brackets. Raise deck

plate assembly to align holes an(

insertflanged pins. Secure pins

double loop retainer spdngs betv

the plate and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assist in lecating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is ioline

notchon head of pin.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

ro,_ing in all mower polley grooves.

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassL,

bracket under left footrest and re1

with double loop retainer spdng.

lO.Turn height adjustment knob clc,

wise to remove slack from mowe

suspension.

11.Raise deck to highest position.

12.Ad)ust gaage wheels before op_

mower as shown in the Operatio

section of this manual.

Electric

Clutch

Front Pulley

' Mower

Front Suspention Brackets

}late Assembly

Loop

RetainerSpring=

Loop Retz

Springs

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway Bar /

USE PUERS FOR I

RETAINER _:_:_RINGS

_p Up

SuspensionArms

DoubleLoopRetainer

Spring(Outwardpointing

deck pins) 10 _heild

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for best

. cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

propedy leveled. See =TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion, mower drive, and

mower blade ddve belts in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

propedy adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

MCHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wishto assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

J" No remaining loose parts in carton.

•/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

ovednflated at the factory).

/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled

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

results. (Tires must be propedy inflated

for leveling).

JCheck mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

J' Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

•/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

BA'rFERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

® O

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCKED

!

MOWER LIFT

r_'= R N H L

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(AutomaUcModelsonly)

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KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor tofamiliadze yourseff with the locations of

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

Ignition Switch

Switch Position

Ammeter

Attachment

Throttle Control Switch

Clutch/Brake

Plunger

Attachment

Lift Lever

Contml Brake

Height

Adjustment

Knob

e Shift Lever

Gear Shift Lever

Our tractorsconformto the safety standards of the

Amedcan National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor,

LIGHT SWITCH: Turnsthe headlights on

and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutchingand braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting

acold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height,

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed

and direction of 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 lift lever 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.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performingany

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide visionsafety mask over

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running,any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

=BRAKE"position and hold.

2. Place parking brake lever in "EN-

GAGED" positionand release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in =BRAKE"

position. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Push-Into AttachmentClutch

Choke "SwitchPullOutTo

Control,

Key

Brake

=Engaged"

BrakePeda Position

=Drive" Position Gear Shift

PosiUon Lever

AdjustmentKnob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to =DISENGAGED"

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground ddve, depress clutch/

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 unauthodzed

use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignitionswitch

in any positionother 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

stoppingtractor on grass areas.

_CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

•Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best mower

performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Use choke controlwhenever you are

startinga 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 BACK-

WARD

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: Bdng tractor to a complete

stop before shiftingor changing gears.

Failure to do so will shorten the useful life

of your transaxle.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height is controlled by taming

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Tum knob clockwise (_) to raise

cutting height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise(_)to.

lower cutting height.

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Thecuttingheight range is approximately

1-112"to 4-112". 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 moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground

when mower is at the desired cutting

height in operating position. Gauge

wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most

terrain conditions.

NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level

surface.

1. Lower mower and adjust mower to

desired cutting height.

2. Remove retainer spdng and clevis pin

which secure each gauge wheel bar.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise

gauge wheels slightlyto align holes in

bracket and gauge wheel bar and

insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels

should be slightlyoff the ground.

4. Replace retainer spdng into clevis pin.

5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the

same setting.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to readjust gauge

wheels if you change the cutting height

of the mower deck.

Retainer 1,

Spring "_

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.

_CAU'rlON: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place. AttachmentLiftLever

"Enga_ /.::_;/'_'/P°siti°n

Deflector

y

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_ICAUTION: Do net drive up or down

hillswith 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 start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• Ifslowing isnecessery, move thretUecon-

trol lever to slower position.

• Ifstopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshiftlever to 1stgear and range

shift lever to low(L) position. Be sure you

haveallowed teem fortractorto rollslightly

as you restart movement.

•Torestart movement, slowlyrelease park-

ing brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Make all tunis slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

•Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment liftcontrol.

•When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure gearshift lever is in neutral (hi) posi-

tion.

•Doeel pushortow tractoratmore thanfive

15 (5) MPH.

NOTE:Toprotecthoodfromdamage

whentransportingyourtractoronatruck

oratrailer,besurehoodisclosedand

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Towonly the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specificationsof the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1, Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Unthroad 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 section of thismanual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance sectionin 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

quantitiesthat can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness,

IMPORTANT: When operating in

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

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

_I,WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisturewhich leads to separation and

formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructionsfor

additional information. Never use engine

or carbumter cleaner productsin the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

_,CAUTION: Fill to bottomof gas tank

fillerneck. Do not overfill. Wipe offany

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spillor

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When staring the enginefor thefirst_me or if

theenginehasmn cut offuel, itwil takeextra

orankir_ f_meto move fuelfrom the tankto

eng=ne.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

perking 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 controlout for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Beforestarting,readthe warmand

coldstaring procadumsbelow.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwiseto "START" position and

release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuouslyfor

more than fifteen seconds per minute.

If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control

in, wait a few minutes end try again. If

engine still does not start, pull the

choke controlout 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 slightlyfor a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

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• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and

below)

7, When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. ConlJnueto

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke controlis fully in. if the engine

startsto run roughly,pull the choke

control out slightlyfor 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 pedod and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetorfuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

MOWINGTIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housingis attached to tractor.

•Mower should be propedy leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor.

This will result in a mere even distribu-

tion of clippingsand more uniform

cuffing.

•When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the dght so that clippingswill

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one ortwo

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dded clip-

pings. Make firstcut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

•De not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

matedaL Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE _ERVICE DATES

Check Brake operation V' V p

Check Tire pl'e'l_su ra I_

Check Operator PreSence and

T Intell ock Systems if

R Check for Lcose Fasteners _ 11/7 Vf

A Sharped/Rapist 8Mower Blades II_' 4

TLubrication Chart V' I_

0 Check Battery Level

R Cle_, n Bakery and Terminals _

Ch_k TransaXle Cooling if

Adjust Blade Belt{s) Tension (l_s

Adjust Motion Drtve Belt(s) Tension tl/5

Check Engine Oil LeVel _i (i_

Change Engine Oil _1,2,_

EiClean Air Filter _

a Clean Air Screen _2

G Insl_Ct Mufflec/sl_rk Affestef

NI Replace Oil Filter (if equipped )1_1.2

EClean _ngina Cooling Fins Ibm2

Reptace spark Plug _I_'

Replace Air Filter paper C_,rtrldge e_/2

ReplaCe Fuel Filter q_/

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractor does not cover

itemsthat have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive fullvalue

fromthe warranty,operator must maintain

Vactoras instructedin this manual.

Some adjustmentswill need to be made

periodicallyto properlymaintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustmentssection of this manusI should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the

spark plug,clean or replace air filter, and

cheek blades and belts for wear. Anew

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

intedocksystems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

Zerk

Bearing

Zerk

Gear

Teeth

<_ChecW

Add

Transaxle

Fluid

LUBRICATION CHART

Tie RodBallJoints

@Spindle

............ Z_rk

BearingZerk

,.---,r =r-,.-;-,

_:::: ;-:_.

\--- /

SAE30 or 10w30motoroil

<_GeneralPurposeGrease

(_ Referto Maintenance"ENGINE"Section

<_Spraysiliconelubriant(MoveBootsto

Lubricate)

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricantswill attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the llfe of

the self-lubricatingbearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubdcant

18sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" inthe

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 rets, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal 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 propedy. If your

tractor does not function as descdbed,

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

b(ades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest positionto

allow access to blades.

2. Remove bex bolt, lock washer and fiat

washer securing blade.

3, Install new or resharpened blade with

trailing edge up towards deck as

shown,

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandre( assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and fiat washer in exact order as

shown,

5. Tighten belt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8heat

treated. /Mandrel

Trailin9-_. Blade _ _/Assembly

Edge Up'_ I Center_L_\\\

Fat

*A Grade8 heat treated boltcan be identified

by six lines onthe bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend shaq_en-

ing blade * but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will

cause excessive vibration and eventual

damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with afile

or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower,

•To check blade balanca, you will need

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

belancar. (When using a cone bal-

ancer, follow the instructions supplied

with balancer,)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing

blade. The lobes of the center hole may

appear to be centered, bet 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

ahorizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end untilthe blade is

balanced.

5/8"Bolt de

Center Hole L_

BATTERY

Yourtractor has abattery chargingsystem

which is sufficient for normal use, How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

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•Keep battery and terminals dean.

•Keep battery bollstight.

•Keep small vent holes open,

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The originalequipment battery on

your tractoris maintenance free, Do not

attemptto open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checldng levelof electrolyteis

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrceionand dirton the battery and

terminals can cause _le battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. DisconnectBLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery fromtractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean tenninals and battery cable ends

with wire brushuntil bright,

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (Sen =REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for detedorationand wear

after 100 hoursof operation and replace if

necessary.The belts are not adjustable,

Replace belts ifthey begin to slipfrom

wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep trensaxle fren from build-upof dirt

and chaff which can restrictcooling.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

1. Blockup rear axle securely.

2. Remove left rear wheel by removing

hub bolts.

3. Remove fillerplug from transaxle. Oil

levelmust be even with plugthreads. If

necessary,fillwith SAE 30 motor oil.

API SF-SJ. Replace fillerplug.

4. Reassemble wheel to hub.

,__ piT_jsaxleFiller

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classificationSF-SJ,

Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade

according to your expected operating

temperature, 2O

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year ifthe

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 oilfill cap/

dipsticksecurely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil mustmeet API

service classificationSF-SJ.

• Be suretractor is on level surface,

•Oil willdrain more frenly when warm,

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fillcap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allowdirt to enter the engine

when changing oil,

2, Remove sap from end of drain valve

and installthe drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushingupward

slightlyand turning counterclockwise.

4, To open, pulldown on the drain valve.

5, After oil has drained completely,dose

and lock the drain valve by pushing

upward and turningclockwiseuntil the

pin is in the lockedpositionas shown,

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto to the end of the drainvalve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipsticktube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximatecapacitysee

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

8. Use gauge onoil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstickinto the

tube and rest the oil fillcap on the tube.

Do notthread the cap nato the tube

when taldngreading. Keep oil at

=FULL" lineon dipstick. Tightennap

onto the tube securelywhen finished,

Oil DrainValve

Drain Tube and

Locked Position

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and

stubbom dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKEICOOLING 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 cooUng 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-deaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or even/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

itto dry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

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-cfeaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartddge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartddge

plate, and nut.

10, Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

Foam

Pre-Cleaner

Cartridge

Rubber

Seal

Nut

Knob

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.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark attester (if equipped) as it could

create afire hazard andlor 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.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

dogged, 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 position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards

carburetor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled

gasoline.

CLEANING

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

of allforeign 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 ashortened

by tightening knob. 21 engine life.

_L 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 ignitionkey "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

1RACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Tum height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4, Remove retainer spdng holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

5. Remove four retainer springsfrom

front plate assembly and remove

plate.

6. Remove retainer spdngs from

suspension arms at deck and disen-

gage arms from deck,

7, Raise attachment liftto its highest

position.

8. Slide mower forward and remove belt

from elecb'icclutch pulley.

9. Slide mower out from under dght side

of tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the

Assembly section of this manual,

Suspension

Chassis

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway, Make sure

tires are propedy inflated (See =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionof this

manual). Iftires are over or undednflated,

you will not properlyadjust your mower,

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

•Raise mower to its highest position,

•Measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground level at front comers

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

linkadjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

linkadjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full tum of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16",

•Recheck measurements after adjusting,

Electric

Clutch Pulley

Front Mower

Bracket Front

Plate

Retainer

Spnn

Anti-Sway

Bar

Retainer Springs

Bracket

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FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck mustbe levelside-to-

side. If the followingfront-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust

both front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

Toobtain 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 beth front links are

equal in length.

•If linksare not equal in length, adjust

one linkto same lengthas other link.

•To lower front of mower housing,

loosen nut "(3" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "H"

against trunnlen on beth front links.

• To raise front of mower housing, loosen

nut "H" from trunnion on beth front links.

Tighten nut =G" on both front linksan

equal number of turns.

•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.

BottomEdgeof Bottom Edgeof

Mowerto Ground Mowerto Ground

<__\_ / o_/ Mandrel

o o _,

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN

LENGTH

Front |Trunnion

Assembly

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface.

Engage parking brake.

2. Lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

4. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

5, Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from

rear deck bracket by removing

retainer spdng,

6, Carefully roll belt over the top of R,H.

mandrel pulley.

7. Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley,

8. Remove belt from idler pulleys,

9. Check pdmary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

10.Be sure spdng is securely hooked to

pdmary idlerarm and spdng arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

11.Install belt in beth idlers,

12,Install new belt onto electdc clutch

pulley,

13.Carefully roll belt into upper groove of

R.H. mandrel pulley.

14.Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly.

15,Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to

rear deck bracket with retainer spdng.

16.Reassamble R.H, mandrel cover.

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R.H. Mandrel v I Electric

Clutch

Idler .Pulley

Spring.

Arm

R.H. Suspension

Arm

Idler Arrn

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractoron level surface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mower ddve 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 L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

4. Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel

pulley.

5. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and R.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

pulley to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be sure spdng is hooked in secondary

idler arm and secondary spring arm.

9. Install new belt in lower groove of R.H.

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

10.Carefully roll belt over L.H. mandrel

pulley. Make sure belt is in all

grooves properly.

11.Reinstall L.H. mandrel cover.

12.Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE

BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manual).

13. Reassemble mower drive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

L.H. Secondar/ Idler Arm

Mandrel Idler Pulley

Center

R.H, Mandr_

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

The electdc dutch should provide years

of service. The clutch has a built-inbrake

that stops the pulleywithin 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 he made by a Sears

or other qualified service center.

1. Make sure attachment clutch and

ignitionswitches are in "OFF" position.

2. Adjust the three nylon Iocknotsuntil

space between clutch plate end rotor

measures .012" at all three slot

locationscut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installinga new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

engage and disengage electdc clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

! t\ c'utchP'atell 012"

Nylon_ Slot 3)_

Locknu 3 _ Brake

_Plate

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Yourtractor is equipped with an adjust-

able brake system which is mounted on

the left side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stoppingdistance at high speed in

highest gear on alevel dry concrete or

paved surface, then brake must be

adjusted.

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal and

engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake

operating arm 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". Retightenjam nut

against nut "A".

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4. Road test tractor for proper stooPing

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

With Parking Brake"Engaged"

Nut "A"

Nut

Operating

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface, Engage

parking brake, For ease of service there

is abelt installationguide decal on

bottomof leftfootrest, It is not necessary

to remove mower,

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Engage parking brake (creates slack

in belt).

2. Remove mower ddve belt from electdc

clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section

of this manual).

3. Roll motion ddve 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 sureV 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 ddve belt onto

electde clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment. 25

ClutchingFlatidlerrh, ,a==,,,_,.tchi_..gI_.._Be ff

a" e AboveBelt'___ _eeper

EnJn Keeper

Belt \ I Transaxle

Twisst Befit Pulley

Keeper

V-Idler

_AS V_ledIK_r_ rBottom

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steedng wheel crossbars are not

bedzontal (left to dght) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steedng wheel and reassemble per

instructionsin the Assembly section of

this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel tee-in is required for proper

steedng 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 CHECKTOE-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

onyour tractor. If damage has occurred to

affect the front wheel camber,contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

TOREMOVEWHEELFORREPAIRS

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.

Washers

Retaining_

Axle

co;

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

fiat tiresdue to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also preventstire dry

rot and corrosion.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

ACAUTION: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around battedes.

If your battery is tee weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

sectionof 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. 26

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.

"Positive"_ "Negative"

(.)/-- )

REPLACING BATTERY

_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.

Terminal Hex

Access Bolt

Guard

-Positive

(Red)

Cabte

Cable

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, itlt toward engine and lift off of

tractor,

4. To replace, reverse above procedure,

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the gdll.

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

tractorto run poorly,stoprunning, or

preventitfrom starling.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plugqnfuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT

SPRING

1. While holding spring bushing with

wrench, loosen jam nut.

• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to

extend spring and reduce lift effort 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 lightattach-

ments such as a mower. Adjust lift lever

spring to aid in lifting attachment. Do not

overpower spring. When removing

attachment, always adjust spring tension

to its lowestposition.

_ Bushing

_/ /_ ......... - Spring

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Headlight Wire

Connector

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-ruad engine repair establish-

ment or individual.Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

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 controllever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loosen

casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cab(e unti(lever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

IdleFuelAdjusting IdlespeedAdjusting

Throttle

Control

Cable

Stop

Scre_laml:

;hoke

Control

Cable

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory end 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, f_lterand

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 untilchoke 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

(counterclockwise) increases the supp(y

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SE'I-rlNG -

1. Be sure you have aclean air filter, and

the throttle control cable is adjusted

propedy (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) closingit finger

tightand then turn out (countercl_-'k-

wise) 1 tam.

FINAL SETTING-

1. Start engine and allow to warm for fiv

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

controllever in neutral (N) position.

NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory

and cannot be adjusted.

2. Idle seeed settino -With throttle

controllever in slow position, engine

should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine

idles too slow or fast, tam idle speed

adjusting screw in or out until correct

idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle

controllever in slow position, turn idk

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and

then tum 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 controllever from slow I

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 step is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set foT

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think tr

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact Sears or other qualifi

service center, which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

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Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end ofthe season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_,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

stodng in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractorfor 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 instructionsin

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance sectionof this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened, inspect mov{ng

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary,

5. Touch up all rested or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BAI-I'ERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a pedod of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage dudng long pedods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

=TOCLEAN 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 contactwith 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 depesitas 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 dudng 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 untilthe

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 sectionof this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s),

2, Pour one ounce of nil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Tum ignitionkey to "START" position

for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s),

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable

protective cover that does not retain

moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows conden-

sation to form end willcause your

tractor to rest.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

)ROBLEM CAUSE

Will not start 1. Out of fuel

Hard to start

Enginewill 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 infuel.

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. Dirtyfuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged widng.

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 ignitionswitch.

8. Faulty solenoidor starter.

9, Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals,

3. Loose or damaged widng.

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 attemptingto 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 and refill

with fTesh gasoline.

6. Check all widng.

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.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all widng.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact aSears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace batter

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all widng.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power 11. Cuttingtoo much grass/too

Excessive

vibration

Engine continues

Lorun

Nhen operator

leaves seat with

Nith attachment

¢lutch engaged

Poorcut-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/dirty oil.

6, Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirtyfuel filter,

8. Stale or dirtyfuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10,Spark plug wire loose.

11,Dirty engine air screen/fins,

12.Dirty/clogged muffler.

13,Loose or damaged widng,

14.Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15.Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1, Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3, Loose/damaged part(s).

i1. Faulty operator-safety

presence controlsystem.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade

2. Mower deck not level.

3, Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel,

5. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildupof

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

1. Set in "Higher Cut"position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3, 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,

10.Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11.Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replece muffler.

13.Check all widng.

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. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

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,

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

3ROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(If so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Engine"beddlres"

whenturnlng

engine"OFF"

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower

drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3, Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5, Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

lO.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) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bed battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections,

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Engine throttle control not

set at =SLOW" position

for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

2. Replace mower ddve belt.

3. Replace idler pulley,

4. Replace blade mandrel.

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 ddve belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11.Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check widng and connec-

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec-

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Move throttle controlto

=SLOW" positionand allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

AMMETER

(OP_ONAL)

)BS_

G

SNmC_

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.

- _illlL_8 -

_T_ERy SOLEF,IO_D

m_u_=_-. I_r1_ I ,m= STARTER

i G I ILkJ- III I1_1 ECJ,C_

/

I _ FIIELECTRIC CLUTCH

,, H, ;" ........ •

'd CLUTCH IBRAKE ,

_--40_04_-q _ [ .........

tDn _85 86_

PTO(DISENGAGED) _ n _ I

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

1 ,_, _

'.,_Y_ow_'_--- _.EOE_

(NOT OCCUPIED)

_" SPAR:< PLUGS

FUEL SHUT OFF

FU_,_,OFF

RELAY

GFC

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS H B

DA

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22

11

I

Ii'

i'

26

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 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

Z2 4152J Bulb Light

24 4014J Cable, Battery

25 146686 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4÷20 Unc

28 170697 Cable,Ground

29 160784 Switch, Ptunger

30 175566 Switch, Ign

33 140403 Key, ignition

40 170238 Harness Ign.

41 17720408 Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

42 154336 Cover, Terminal

43 175141 Sotenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

50 174652 Switch, PTO

52 141940 protection Wire Loop

79 163996 Bulbholder Asm. incan descent

81 109748X Relay Asm.

NOTE: All component dimensions given LnU.S. Lnches

1 inch =25.4 mm

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CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES

45

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CHASSISANDENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 175465 RUIl,Frame RH 56 176016

2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 58 175315

4 73680700 Nut, CrownlGckHex 7/16-14UNC 60 17490620

5163976)(428 Dash YTGT 2 Cyt 63 19131614

6 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One piece 67 156973

7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 68 17490508

8 145166 Support, Baitery 70 177679

14 175259X558 Hood AXm 85 144911

16 12t794X Cover, Access 86 74760716

17 17000612 Screw 88 STD551143

18 174515X558 Gdtle 90 $10551237

19 19131312 Washer 13/32x13/16x12 Ga, 91 175464

21 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16Unc 106 138776

23 17060616 SCl_W 3/_-16 xl.5 122 161464

24 145243X558 Footrest, RH 130 164863

28 145244X558 Footrest, LH 137 74780716

30 145051X014 Saddle, Slkscr Vgt 138 163975X428

32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 139 171873

33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 140 163806

34 177018 Plate Asm Engine Chassis 141 163865

35 19111116 Washer 11/32xll116x16Ga. 142 161897

36 17060512 Screw 5116-18 x 3/4 144 1619(30

37 167286X558 Fender 148 164655

39 175278 Bracket, Axle Front 150 161237

42 72140608 Buit, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 152 177956

43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 153 160568

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 156 17066512

45 176018 Bracket Chassis 157 161840

47 17670668 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2

50 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front

DESCRIPTION

Bracket Asrn., Susp Chassis Lh

Bracket Asm. Fender

Screw Thdrui. 3/_-16 x 1-1/4

Washer 13132 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Guide, Belt Gear Drive

ScrewThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2

Belt Keeper VGT Ground Drive

Br_:ket, Support Transaxle

Bolt Fin Hex 7116-14 UNC x 1

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlct Spr 7/16

Washer, Lock External Tooth 3/8

Rail, Frame Lh

Screw, Thdrol Hex Head Zinc Mwr

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

Bolt Fin Hex 7116-14 xl Gr. 5

Cuphuider YTGT

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

Magnnt YTGT

Striker Plate YTGT

Bracket Dash Rh

Bracket Dash Lh

Extrusion Bumper

Duct Heat Hood

Shield Browning

Lens Asm Headlight Bar

Screw 9/16-18 x 3/4

Lens Bar

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given tn U.S. Irmches

1Inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUNDDRIVE

39

28 5

%

36

37 6

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GROUNDDRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 38 150035 Nyllner

4 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16.18 x3/4 39 74321016 screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1

5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 40 5364J Actuator, latedock Switch

6 STD561216 Pin, Cotter 41 73_1000 Nut, Centedock#10*24

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

8 12000034 Klip, Ring 46 145170 Retainer, Spring

9 140080 Bo6, Hub 47 138229 Clutch Rod

10 142509 Disc, Brake 48 72110612 Bolt, Cart, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 9

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

12 73750800 NuitCCk1/2-20 Unf 51 STD541437 Nut, Crowatock 3./6.16 GNC

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

14 138901 BUShing 53 297J Washer, Hardened

15 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 16 Ga, 54 161590 Clutch, ArmAssembly

16 143012 Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 55 105706X Beadng, Idler

17 126909X Spdng 56 137153 V-Bed

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

19 136926 Cam, Brake Disc 59 12_253X Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

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

22 633A109 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 61 137524 Pulley, Transaxle

23 106932X Knob 62 STI)551143 Washer, Lcck 7/16

24 136925 Suppod, puck Brake 63 74760720 Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4

25 136923 puck, Brake Top 64 154752 Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedel

26 137552 Spring, Return 65 67609 Bo6, 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 ,Jam 3/8-16 68 5142H Pin, Roll

29 137213 Brake, Rod 69 136327 Hub,Cover

30 19131616 Washer 13132xlx16Ga. 117 73_)0600 Nut, LockFIg, 3/8-16Unc

34 71673 Cap, Plunger 150 9858M1 Key, Woodruff

35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S, inches

37 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga, 1 inch = 25,4 mm

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

34

32

27

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STEERINGASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428 Wheel, Steedng

2 137094 Axle Asm., Front

3 6855M Fitting, Grease

4 151849 Spindle Asm, LH

5 161848 Spindle Asm., RH

6_66H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden

7 121748X Washer 25132 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

8 12000029 P3ng,Kllp#T5304-75

9 121232X Cap, Spindle

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

11 136518 Spacer Bearing AXle Front

12 73901000 Nut, Lock FLange 5/8-11 Unc

t3 12t749X Washer 25132 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

t4 STD551137 Washer, LockHvyHIdSpr 3/8

15 STD541537 Nut, Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF

16 145103 Shaft Asm,, Steering

17 137347 Rod Axm., Tie Batl J Ball Vgt (Inc, Key No. 36-46)

18 175572 Draglink, Vgt

19 156011 Support Asm., Steering Vgt

20 163887X428 Boot, Steering

21 159945 Adapter, Wheel Steering

22 155105 Bushing, Strg. BIk

23 15_927 Screw

25 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

26 159946X428 Cap, Wheel Steering

27 3366R Beadng, Col. Strg.

28 17000612 Screw 318-16 x 314

29 104239X Beahng, Flange

31 138136 Bushing, Nyliner Snap

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

33 STD551131 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

34 S]_523107 Boit, HexHd 5/16-18x3/4

35 138059 Gear, Sector Steering

36 137156 Tie Rod

37 73360_00 Jam NUt RH Thread

38 109850X Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread

39 73706600 Jam Nut LH Thread

40 109851X Joint Asm. Ball LH Thread

41 155246 Bracket Sw_tch Interlock VGT 97

42 17490508 Screw Thdroi 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

44 166135X428 Extension, Steedng

45 19132411 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga,

NOTE: All component dimensions given LnU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

25

18 t5 17

37

84

69

81 _2

16 27 39 8

29

\

I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

Model No. CV24-75532

2 149723 Muffler

8 121361X Pulley V-Idler

9 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine

10 175287 Bushing

11 174605 Clutch Electric

12 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

15 151346 Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 Yt/Gt 96

16 10_Ti'X pad Spacer

17 106082X Pad Spacer

18 161493 Cap h.smFuel W/Gauge

20 177328X428 Control Throttle

21 164863 Screw HWHD Hi-Lo#13-16 x 3/4

22 175441)(426 Control Choke

24 9TD551237 Washer Ext Tooth 3/6

25 73920600 Nut Keps 3/8 -24 UNF

26 3645J Bushing

27 139277 Stem Tank Fuel

26 T834R Fuel Line

29 137280 Spark Arrester Kit

35 10010500 Washer Spl_t

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

37 123487X ClampHose

39 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x2-1/4 UNC

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

41 126197X Washer 1-1/2 OD x15/32 ID x

,250

42 STD551143 Washer Lock 7/16

43 173937 Bolt Hex 7116 *20 X 4 Ga 5

47 175288 Bushing

62 146629 Shield Heat Mugler

69 24-041_)2 Gasket

70 175545 Tube Exhaust LH

71 175546 Tuhe Exhaust RH

74 162285 Elbow Street Brass

80 M73030600 Nut Flange

81 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

82 148315 Plug Oil Drain Easy

83 171877 Bolt5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 W/Serns

84 17060624 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

NOTE: AJtcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEATASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 140124 Seat 15 121249X Spacer, SpI_t

2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 16 123740X Spring,Cprsn

3 14(_75 Strap, Fender 17 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5

4 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 18 19171912 Washer 17/32x1-3/16x12 Ga.

5 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 19 166369 Knob, Seat

6 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/_-16 Unc 20 124238X Cap, Spring Seal

7 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

8 171877 BoltS/16-18Uncx3/4w/Sems 22 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18Unc

10 174894 pan, Seat

12 121246X Bracket, Mounting Switch

13 121248X Bushing, Snap NOTE: A]I component dimensions given in U,S, inches

14 72(]50412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 1 indl = 25,4 mm

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DECALS

18

16

13

2 6 3

17

10

12 1

I_=Y PART

NO. NO.

1 177375

2 164085

3 171702

4 171703

5 177415

6 133644

8 177416

9 163204

10 156439

11 4900J

12 146047

13 164884

PN_T

DESCRIP11ON NO. NO.

Decal, Dash Panel, Lower 14 175291

Decal, Dash 15 177541

Decal, Hood, RH 16 164085

Decal, Hood, LH 17 149516

Decal, Hood Side Panel 18 164065

Decal,Maintenance 19 138047

Decat, Engine 23 106202X

Decal, Fender, Craftsman -- 138311

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Clutch/Brake - -157199)(428

Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic * -178339

Decal, Blower Housing - -178340

DESCRIP]](_

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Repl Parts

Decal, Dash Amrn Eng.

Decal, Battery Dnge/Poi

Decal, Insert Strg

Decal, Battery

Reflect(x, Taillight

Decal, Handle Ltt Height

Adjust (Lift Handle)

pad, Footrest

Manual, Owner's (Eng)

Manual, Owner's (Span)

WHEELS &TIRES

3

7410

8

9

10

11

12

o*

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

159192 Cap, Valve, Tire

2 65139 Stern, Valve

3 106228X427 Rim Assembly, Front

4 8134H Tube, Front (SerVice Item Only)

5 106230X Tire, Front

6 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel

Only)

9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

104757X428 Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

105588)( Tire,Rear

7154J Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

106277)(428 Rim Assembly, Rear

6856M FittLng,Grease

144334 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NO'I_: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven In U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 rnm

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LIFTASSEMBLY

4O

39

35 73 34

7

1

23

7O

_020_19 18

76 _'26

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 121006X

2177535

3 159189

4 12000022

5 19292016

6 71110624

7 175830

8 175831

9 122364X

10 287614

11 175375

12 163552

15 STD541437

16 674A247

18 143363

19 STD551037

20 5328J

21 STD52710

23 STDf_t4008

24 73350800

26 73680800

29 150233

30 110807X

DESCRIPTION

Rod Asm., Lever 31

Shefl Asm., Lift Vgt 32

Lever Asm., Utl Rh 33

E-Ring Truarc#5133-87 34 137167

Washer 29132 x 1-114x 16 Ga. 35 138057

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x1-1/2 38 155097

Grip, Handle Fluted 39 123935)(

Button, Plunger 40 17060516

Plunger, Sutton 41 175994

Spring 2-1/8" 42 19112410

Link Lift 43 123934X

Retainer Spring 70 145212

Nut, Crowstock 3/8-16 Unc 72 110452X

Sphng Asm., Assist Lift 73 73350600

Bracket, Spring Assist 74 1758(_

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ca. 75 175805

Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist 76 175560

BO6, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 77 176205

Retainer, Spring 78 175689

Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 79 175378

Nut, Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion, Infin Height

Nut, Special

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

137150 Spdng, Compression In/Hgt

STD560907 Pin, Cotter 3132 x 1/2

Rod, Adj Lift

Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc

pointer, Height Indicator

Plug,Hole

Screw 5116-18 x 1

Nut, Lift Unk 7/16-20

Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 xl0 Ca.

Scale, Indicator Height

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut push Phes &Oil

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Arm Susp. RR. RH

Plate Asm Susp. Front

PinFlange

Trunnion Susp. Arm

Trunnion Susp. Front

Arm Susp. RR. LH

NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 turn

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MOWERDECK

46

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MOWERDECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 174377 Deck Weldment Mower 48 47 174369

3 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 48 174368

5 4939M Retainer Spdng 49 73680600

6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 50 72110612

Bar) 52 17582O

8 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 56 155986X431

11 173920 Blade 57 156941

13 175147 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Baarlng 97 133943

14 174358 HousingMandrel 98 174370

15 110485X Beadng, Ball, Mandrel 99 175080

16 174493 Strlppar Mandrel Deck 100 72110616

17 72110610 Bo6 RDHD Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 107 175294

1.25 108 72110404

18 72140505 Bolt, Carriage 5116-18 x 5/8 109 73680400

19 132827 Bolt, Hex Hd, Shoulder 5/16-18 110 175016

20 174378 Baffle, Vosex Mower 111 174610

21 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 113 72110508

24 105304X Cap, Slaeve 116 137644

25 178012 Spring,Torsion 117 133957

26 110452X Nut, Push 116 73930600

27 174346)(428 DellectorShlald 119 19121414

28 19111016 Washer 11132xS/Sx16Oa. 121 174371

29 131491 Rnd,Hinge 126 174372

30 157722 Scl_w, Thdmll Washer Head 130 17060616

31 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 131 19131606

32 177865 Pullay, Mandrel - - 175396

33 176342 Nut, Fig, Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

36 19131316 Washer t3/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ca.

37 173437 PuIlay, Idler, Flat

39 174375 Pulley, Idler, Driven - - 174357

42 165723 Spacer, Retainer

43 174373 Arm, Idler Secondary

45 174343 Cover, Mandrel Deck

46 137729 Screw, ThdrolL 1/4-20 x 5/8

DESCRIPTION

V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

V-Belt, Mower, Primary

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Bolt, Carr. 318-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

Pulley Idler Flat

Bar Pnt Adj.

Pin Head Rivet

Washer Hardened

Spdng Pdmary Ddve

Pulley Idlar"_P

Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC x2

Baffle Vac Edge Mower

Bolt Carr.

NUtCrownlock 1/4-20

Arm Spring Secondary

Arm Spring Fixed Tension

Bolt Cart. 5/16-18 x 1

Bolt,Shoulder

GaUge Wheel, Wide

Nut, Centeriock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 318 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Spring Secondary Drive

Arm, Idler, Pdrnary Deck

Screw 318-16 x 1.0

Washer 13/32 x 114 x 16 Ga.

Deck Complete (Std. Deck- Order

separately mulcher plate and

gauge wheel components Key

Nos. 101-106 and 116-118)

Mandrel Asm. Service (Includes

Key Nos. 13-15)

NOTE: All component dimenslorhsgiven inU. S.

inches Iinch =26.4 mm

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TRANSAXLE

6

2

73

72

7

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TRANSAXLE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 4197R

2 12_)0034

3 4199R

4 4216R

5 4215R

6 4217R

7 174728

8 74(_0652

9 73_M

10 137261

11 498,_

12 1_66H

13 4212R

14 137129

15 6276H

16 633A63

17 8118M

18 8740H1

19 122238X

20 4218R

21 6252H1

22 781GH

23 6262H

24 7393R

25 992R1

26 139111

27 49_R

28 122254X

29 6269H

3O 5855H

31 174731

32 62T/H

33 422.5_

34 7336H

35 4136R

36 4200R

37 7336H

38 160789

39 174729

40 13320400

41 17580520

45 6271H

46 13(60200

49 4895H

50 4222R

51 1529R

DESCRIPTION

PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Axle Shaft 52 8119M Needle Bearing

Retaining Ring 53 4220R Thrust Bearing Race

Final Drive Gear 54 42(]9R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low

D_erentialGear 55 4213R 4th Reduction Gear

Differential Pinion 36 4442R 3rd Reduction Piaion Spacer

Differential Carrier 57 4195R 2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Axle Thrdet Washer 58 4214R Final Drive Pinion

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

(l"ThreedLength) 60 7528R 1st Reduction Shaft Spacer

Steel Bail 61 4236R 3rd Reduction Pinion High

Spdng Shift Fork Detent _4207R 2nd Reduction Gear

Sh_ Fork, High-Low Range 63 7398H Needle Beadeg

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

4111Reduction Pinion Reduction Pinion Cluster

Shaft, Brake 65 4204R Reverse Gear

Snap Ring, Crescent Type 36 2898J Kay, HI-Pro 1/8 x 17/82

High-Low Range Gears 67 12000033 KlipRing

NeedleBeadng 68 4205R Infermediate Speed Gear

Sintered IronBearing 69 4236R High Speed Gear

Shdt Fork Shaft, High-Low Range 70 1370H Thrust Searing Race

Differential Plaion Spacer 71 633A69 Ictermediate and HighSpeed

Differential Pinion Bushing Cluster Pinions

Gdpco Centerlock Nut 3/8-24 72 139120 Input Shaft

Shift Fork, R.H. 73 4201R LowSpeedPinion

Oil Seal 74 1_ E-Ring

SInfered Iron Beadng 75 1153R Reverse Idler Gear

Shift Fork Shaft 77 6803J Needle Beadng

Shift Fork, L.H. 79 1167R SeaiingWasher

ShiftShaft, High-Low Range 80 73360700 Nut, Hex, Jam 7116-20

Oil Seal 81 6270H OII Seal

Pressure Retief Valve 82 136984 Reverse Idler Shaft

Gearcase, Reverse Idler Shaft 84 5384J Gearshift Lever, Bent

and Beahngs, R.H, (Includes 85 2978J GearshiftGep

Key No.'s 17,18, 25, 33, 50, 63, 86 633A85 Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin

77 and 82) 87 8739H1 Shift Lever Guide Ball, Keyed

Dowai Pin 88 4£_4H Spring

NeedleBearing 8_ 19151516 Washer 15/32 x 15/16 x 16 Ga.

Thrust Beadng Race 90 1105473( Shift Mechanism Seal

4th Reduction Gear Shaft 91 19181511 Washer 9/18 x 15116 x 12 Ge.

4th Reduction Gear Spacer 92 753 Gearshift Gate and

Thrust Bearing Race Reinforcement

Gate, Lower, Shift 93 6274H Shift Ball Cover Gasket

Gearcase and Bearings, LH. 94 76020412 Cotter Pin 1/8 x 3/4

(Includes Key umbers 18, 25, 49, 36 159783 Screw, Hex, Washer, HD.

50 (2), 51 and 52) 97 633A169 Gearshift Lever Assembly

Pipe Plug 112-14 N.P,T. 98 174742 Transaxle, 6 Speed, Complete

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4 Assembly

Oil Seal

Pipe Plug 1/4-18 N.P,T, NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

Needle Beadng inches 1 inch =25.4 mm

Needle Beadng

Needle Bearing

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KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV24,TYPENUMBER75532

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.275911

KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV24,TYPENUMBER75532

R EADNALVFJ BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY pART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 24-03g-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gaskot 1. 24-032-01-S Seal oil front

(tnuludes 2,3) 2. Crankcase

2. 24.041-23-S Gasket, breather (USE: Miulblock)

3. 24-096-59-S Cover, breather 3. 24-294-13-S Fitting

4. M-645020-S Screw, hex. flange 4. 12-380-17-S Pin. dowel tocaflng (6)

M6xl.Ox2O (4) 5. 24-g67-13-S Connecting Rod (_td.) (2)

5. X-75-23-S Plu_. arian hd. 1/8" 24-067-14-S Connectin_ ROd (.25) (2)

6. 25-351-gl-S Lifter, valve (4) 6. 24-874-09-S Piston w/Ring Sot Std. (2)

7, 24-755-66-S Kit, valve train (Includes (Includes 7,8)

8,11,12) 24-874-10-S Piston w/Ring Set (.25) (2)

8, 24-411-05-S Rod, push (4) 24-,874-11-S piston w/Ring Set (.50) (2)

9. 24-041-40-S Gasket, cy_oder head (2) 24-874-15-S Kit, piston w/ring set (.08)

10. 24-31B-'_2-S Head aSSembly, #2 c¥_lwde_ 7. 24-10_,-08-S _.k_g Set (Std.} (2}

11. 25-186-01-S Arm, rocker(4) 24-108-g9-S Ring Set (.25) (2)

12. 24-599-0%S Pivot, rockeraml (4) 24-108-10-S Ring Set .50 (2)

13. M-640034-S Screw, hex. flange 8, 24-018-01-S Retainer, pison pn 4

Shim, camshaft/\.R./

M6xl.gx34 (4) 9. 12-422-09-S

14, 24-086-44-S Screw, hex. flange 12-422-13-S Shim, camshaft A.R.

M1Oxl.5xg0 (8) 12-422-07-S Shim, camshaft A.R.

15. 24-755-74-S Kit, valve cover -plain 12-422-g8-s Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

(iedudes 16.17) 12-422-10-S Shim, camshaft

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

17. 24-g86-32-S Screw, shoulder (4) 12-422-12-S Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

18. 24-445-01-S Strap. lifting 10. 24-01g-06-S Camshaft (Includes 11,12)

19, 24-016-01-S Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 11. 24-089-35-S Spdng, ACR (Heavy)

24-016-02-S Valve, e_haust (.25) (2) 12. 24.089-34-S Spring, ACR(Light)

20. 24-O17-O1-S VaNe, intake (Std.) (2) 13. 52-139-09-S Ptug, cup

24-017-02-S Valve, intake .25) 2 14. M-0545010-S Screw, hex. flange

21. 24-032-05-S Seal, valve stern (2) M5x0.8xl0 (2)

22. 235_)'_'_-S Re_ther, sprig (4} 15. 24.Q18-04-S Reta_er, reed (`2}

23. 24-089°02-S Spdng, valve (4) 16. 24-402-05-S Reed, breather (2)

24. 12-173-gl-S Cap, valve spdng (4) 17. 12-t53-01-S O-Ring, tower oil filltube

25. 12-755-03-S Kit retainer 4 18. 24-126-19-S Bracket, oll fill tube

26. 24-318-11-S Head assembly, #1cyiinder 19. 12*123-04-S Tube, oilfill

27. 24-755-76-S Kit, valve cover- breather 20. M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

(Inc1.16,17,28) M5xO.Bx16

28 25-313-02-S Grommet, rubber 21. 12-153-g2-s O-Ring, upper oil flU tube

29. 24-755.57-S Kit, breather separator 22. 24-038-04-S Dipstick assembly (Includes

(includes 28,30-33) 23,24)

30. M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange 23. 24-755-46-S Kit, oil fill cap (includes 24)

M5xO.8x16 (2) 24. 12-153-03-S O-Ring, dipstick

31. 24-445-02-S Strap, breather 25. 12-380-04-S Pin, hitch

32. 24-t26-44-S Bracket, breather separator 26. M-631005-S Washer, plain 6mm

33. 24-112-12-S Spacer 27. 12-032-01-S Seal, governor cross shaft

34. 24-294-06-S Fitting 28. X-25-102-S Washer, p_ln 1/4"

35. 24-326-13-S Hose, breather 29. 24-144-gl-S Shaft, governor cross

36 24-326-14-S _ose, breather

37. X-426-9-S Cl_mp, hose (2) NOTE; All component dimensions given InU.8.

inches 1 inch = 254 mm

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IG NITIONICHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1. 54-755o15-S Kit grass screen _lncludes 1. 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes 2

2--4,a_d 24 113 18 4)

2. M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4xO.7x25 2. 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (3)

(/4_ 3. 24-100-02-S Nut, plastic (2)

3. X-25-g2-s _/asher, plain 5/16" (4) 4. 25-139-16-S Plug. button 9/16"

4. 24-112*04-S Spacer, grass screen (4) 5. M-545020-S Screw, hex, flange

5. 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder (4) M5x0.8x20 (4)

6. 24-'_57-B3-S Fan 6. M-545(3'_6-S Screw, hex. flange

7. 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M5xO.Sx16 (3)

M10x1.5x46 7. M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange

8. 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 318". M5x0.8x16

X-42-15-S Ke=y= 8. M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

19_) 24-025-04-S eel M6xl.0x16 (6)

r ly',NH

11. 25-403-03-S Rectifier-regulator g. 24o146-16-S Plate, backing -# 2 side

12. X-25-92-S Washer, plain 3/16" (2) 10. 24o146-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side

13. 24-g86-18-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/8 11. 24o063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

2) side

14. 236602-S Connecor (3 contact) 12. 24÷063-14-S Baffle, valley- #2 side

15. 54-755-Q9-S Kit, 15 amp stator 13. 24÷063-30-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

(includes 24 126 71) side

16. 12-132-06-S Spark Plug (2) 14. 24-063-23-S Baffle, valley - #1 side

17. M-548025-S Screw, hex. cap M5x0.Sx25 15. M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

(2) M5xO.SxlO (2)

18. 48-154-02-S Clip, cable NOT ILLUSTRATED

19. X-25-63-S Washer, plein 114" 24-Q96-66-S Cover, control

20. 24-584-01-S Module, tgnflion (2) 24-086-06-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3

21. M-545020-S Screw, hex flange 4" (2

M5xO.Sx2O (4)

24. 235173-S Clip, cable AIRINTAKE/IFILTRATION

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-126-71-S BraCket, s_ator w_re KE'/PART

X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-176-79-S Harness, wiring

Lead, black (rect.-reg. 5" - 1. 24-164-06-S ManifoLd, intake

12 gauge 2 M-651055-S Screw, hex flange

24-518-12-S insulated grip barrel eyelets) M6x1,0x55 (4)

24-113-18-S DeCal, grass screen 3. 24-041-01-S Gasket, intake manifold (2)

25-454-03-S Tie, wire (3) 4. 24-041-14-S Gasket, air cleaner base

5. 24-094-18-S Base, air cleaner

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

7. 24-109-09-S Cup, fuel spltback

8. 24-Q83-Q5-S Precleaner, element

9. 24-083-03-S Element, air deaner

10, 231032-S Seal, breather

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

12. 12-100-01-S Wing Nut

13. 24-096-73-S Cover, aircleaner

14. 54-755-_1-S Kit, knob w_fh seat

(Includes 15 & 16)

15. 25-341-03-S Knob, cover

16. 24-153-15-S O-Ring

NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.

inches t inch = 25.4 mm

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STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO.

t. M-839070-S

2. 24-096-05-S

3. M-539080-S

4. 12-468-01-S

DESCRIPTION

screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x70

Dover, pinion

SCrew, hex. flange

M8x1,25x80

Washer. plain 11/32" (3)

5. 25-098-07-S Starter, (Includes 6-11)

6. 12-221-01-S Kit, brush

7 12-227-13-S Cap

8 12-211-01-S Bolt, thru (2)

g. 12-755-54-S Kit, ddve

IQ. 12-227-18-S Cap, drive end

11 12-170-05-S Armature

ENGINECONTROLS

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1. M-542025-S Screw, hex, flange

M6x1.0x25

2 24-090-14-S Lever, govemor

3. M-541060-S Nut, hex, flange M6xlfl

4 24-089-01-S Spdng, linkage

5 25-158-08-S Bushing, linkage retaining

6. 24_079-04-S Linkage, throttle

7. 25-158-11-S Bushing, throttla linkage

8. M-547050-S Nut, hex. leck M5X0.8

9. 24-089-03-S 5pdng, choke return

10. 24-126-56-S Bracket, control

11. M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x16 (4)

12. 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable (2)

13. 24-086-43-S Screw, hex. flange

MSx0.Sxl 6 (2)

14. 24-590-07-S Lever, thodtle actuator

15. 24-468-01-S Washer, plain 5.5 mm (3)

16. 24-g89-18-S Spring, governor

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

18. 24-g90-13-S Lever, throttta control

19. M-545020-S Screw. hex. flange

M5x0,8x20

20. 24-089-51-S Spdng, throttle limger

21. 24-090-05-S Lever, choke

22. 4"1-468-03-S Washer, spr_g 114"

23. M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4X0.7X25

24. 24-079-05-S Linkage, choke

NOT ILLU S'nRATED

M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5X0.8X16 (Goes into 24-126-56 as a

positive throttle stop)

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY pART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2.

3

4.

5,

6.

7,

8.

9,

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

18.

M.645025-S Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.Ox25 (2

M-631005-S Washer, plan 6 mm 2

24-199-07-S Pan, cll assem_y

Includes 1,2,&4-10)

24-393-08-S Oil pump assembly Includ(

24.123-05.S Tube, oil pickup

24-162-26-S Screen, oil

24-043-12*S Kit, governor gear w/pin

(Includes 8)

12-380-gl-S Pin, ovemor regutatlng

52-448-02-S Tab, _ing

12-144-02-S Shaft, governor gear

24-153-08-S O-Ring

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

24-136-01-S Nippie, cll filter

52-050-02-S Fi_e_, o_

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

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

M8x1.25x45

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

MSx1.25x45 (9)

X-75-10-S Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

N.F_T.F.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US

inches I inch =25.4 mm

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CRANKSHAFT

KI_y PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1, 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)

2, 52-13g-09-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

2. 25-072-04-S Stud, MSx1.25x33 (4)

-- 24 755 lg3-SGasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1, 24-853-61-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets

(Includes 2-4)

2. 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor

3. 24-853.61-S Carburetor assembly (For

information only not

available separately)

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

5, M-629095-S Stud, M6x1.0x95 (2)

6, Mo641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)

7. 47-154-01-S Clip. Cable

8, 52-353-22-S Line. fuel 12" (2)

9, X-426-9-S Clamp, base (6)

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

(2)

11, 24-393-16-S Pump. fuel- pulse

12. 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (2)

13. 24-353-03-S Line, Fuel 10 5/B"

14. 15-353-04-S Line, fuel 11-1/2"

15. 24-050-02-S Filter, fUel

NOTE: PJIcomponent dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch =25.4 turn

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a ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme |

Wcaution when changing direction on slopes. I

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