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Owner's Manual

II:RAFTSMnN°I

GARDEN TRACTOR

23.0 HP, 50" Mower

Electric Start

6 Speed

Model No.

917.275034

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-

gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon- Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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

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

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

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

Assembly/Pre-Operation ...................... 8

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sears Service ...................... Back Cover

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

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

manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be

defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed

below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the

two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service

the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below).

For your convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30

days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Crafts-

man product is dropped off at an authorizedSears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this

product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

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

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

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

the owner's manual.

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

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

purchase date.

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

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

first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME.

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

available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman

product is dropped of at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized

Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

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

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

vary, from state to state.

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

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

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

serious injury or death.

Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONIH BECOMEALERTt!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_h, CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of aload, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive 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.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave 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

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect them-

selves and others from serious injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can re-

sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. 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 recommenda-

tions 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 necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

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 of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

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 if children

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

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• 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 regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris 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 deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects 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.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off 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 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.

• 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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline 5 Gallons

Capacity Unleaded

and Type: Regular

Oil Type SAE 10W30

(above 32°F)

(API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.5 Pints

W/O Filter: 4.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed Lo: Hi:

MPH): 0.7 1.7

1.4 3.3

2.3 5.4

Reverse: 0.9 2.1

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging

System: 15 Amps @ 3600 RPIV

Battery: Amp/Hr: 35

Min. CCA: 280

Case size: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_IbWARNING: 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 aspark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

Steering Sleeve

Extension

Mower

Leveling

Wrench Bubble

Seat

@(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

Mower

(2) Flanged

(1)FmntPlate _- _

Assembly _b

(2) Shoulder

Bolts ©

(2) Centerlock Nuts

Gauge Wheels

(2) Wheels

er, o%'i°gs

) etainer Springs

(single loop)

(2) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

Video Cassette _Slope Sheet

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

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

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

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

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

you begin.

TOOLS 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) 314" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from carton.

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

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

6. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

_ _--_Steering

"_ Wheel Insert

Hex Bolt

_Lock Washer

Steering _Large Flat

_ Adapter

Steering _ _ Tabs

Sleeve _

Extension I

Steering Shaft -_ .,._---_:_'_-';',"-.\.

,,,

Steerng ,-- ,L ,,,

Sleeve [(,/,'_',_:J;. ., ....

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

•Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolts are positioned over the

large slotted holes in pan.

4. Push clown on seat to engage

shoulder bolts in slots and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Seat Pan

Ider

Bolts

Flat W_

Adjustrr ent_Knob _

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 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.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

5. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

6. Place the suspension arms on inward

pointing deck pins. Retain with

double loop retainer spring with loops

up as shown.

7. Install front plate assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

8. Position front plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer springs between

the plate and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notch on head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

10.If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob clockwise to remove slack from

mower suspension.

11. Raise deck to highest position.

12.Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using long shoulder bolts, 3/8

washers, and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts.

Tighten securely.

13.Adjust gauge wheels before operat-

ing mower as shown in the Operation

section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

Chassis

Bracket

Double Loop

Retainer

Shoulder Gau

Bolt Wheel

Front

Suspension Mower

Arms Bracket

Idler

Front Electric

Suspensk_ Clutch

Brackets Pulley

Front Plate

3/8

Washer

3/8-16 Double

Center Loop

Locknut Retainer Anti-_

Spring Bar

Use Pliers For

Retainer Springs

Loop Down

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

(Inward pointing

deck pins)

Single

Loop

Retainer

Springs

Deflector

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL

MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion, mower drive, and

mower blade drive belts in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See 'q'O ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we

wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,I No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

J" 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.

4 Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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

Learn and understand their meaning.

I:- ;I

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT !

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

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

FREEWHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRACTOR

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

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

Ammeter

Ignition Position

Switch

Throttle Control

Lift Lever

Plunger

Clutch/Brake

Pedal_Attachment

Lift Lever

Choke g Brake

Control

Height B Shift Lever

Adjustment

Knob

Gear Shift Lever \

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH: Used

to engage the mower blades, or other

attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION: Turns the

headlights on and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control

engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting

a cold engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used to

adjust the mower cutting height.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed

and 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.

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

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

glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a

wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. When engine

is running, any attempt by the operator to

leave the seat without first setting the

parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress brake pedal all the way down

and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and

release pressure from brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake posi-

tion. Make sure parking brake will

hold tractor secure.

Push-In to

"Disengaged" Attachment Clutch

Choke Switch Pull Out To

Control, "Engage"

Throttle

Control

=Brake"

Position Key

Brake

Clutch/ _. / ,, "Engaged"

Brake Pedal J Disengaged Position

"Drive" /Position Gear Shift

Position Height Lever

Adjustment Knob

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch switch to disengaged

position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• 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 "STOP" position

and remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharged, and go

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

_pping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor

completely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

TO USE THRO'rrLE 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 control whenever you are

starting a cold engine. Do not use to start

a warm engine.

•To engage choke control, pull knob out.

Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND 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: Bring tractor to a complete

stop before shifting or 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 turning

the height adjustment knob in desired

direction.

•Turn knob clockwise (F_) tO raise

cutting height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise (_-,)to

lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These

heights are approximate and may vary

depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to

approximately 2-1/2 inches during the

cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and

better looking lawns, mow often and

after 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: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor

on a flat level surface.

1. Adjust mower to desired cutting

height.

2. Lower mower with lift control. Re-

move rear retainer spring and clevis

pin which secure each gauge wheel.

3. Lower gauge wheels to ground.

Raise gauge wheels slightly to align

holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar

and insert clevis pins. Gauge wheels

should be slightly off the ground.

4. Replace retainer springs into clevis

pins. Clevis Pin

Retainer /

Spring _

Gauge _ f_'_ _t_/

Gauge._k.___/_._

Wheel Bra(_ket

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.

ACAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on

mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place. Attachment Lift Lever

Attachment Clutch High Position Low

Switch Pull Out To /_'Position

"Enga_ ..:::_/

- _::_ Deflector

_;..x Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_CAUTION" Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on

hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle con-

trol lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and range

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

have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly

as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release park-

ing brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position

with attachment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

• Do not push or towtractorat more than five

(5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage

when transporting your tractor on a truck

or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate

means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A'n'ACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are

recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

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

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

BEFORE 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. Unthread and remove oil fill cap/

dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the

dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill

cap on the tube. Do not thread the

cap onto the tube. Remove and read

oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do

not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline

will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel.

Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an

open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in

temperatures below32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)

can attract moisture which leads to

separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage. To

avoid engine problems, the fuel system

should be emptied before storage of 30

days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start

the engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage instructions for

additional information. Never use engine

or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time or if

the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra

cranking time to move fuel from the tank to

the engine.

1. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

3. Move attachment clutch to disen-

gaged position.

4. Move throttle control to fast position

5. Pull choke control out for a cold

engine start attempt. For a warm

engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and

cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts. Do not

run starter continuously for more than

fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, push choke control in, wait a

few minutes and try again. If engine

still does not start, pull the choke

control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F and

above)

7. When engine starts, slowly push

choke control in until the engine

begins to run smoothly. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for a few seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow 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. Continue to

push the choke control in small steps

allowing the engine to accept small

changes in speed and load, until the

choke control is fully in. If the engine

starts to run roughly, pull the choke

control out slightly for afew seconds

and then continue to push the control

in slowly. This may require an engine

warm-up period from several seconds

to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

• The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may

require the choke control be pulled out

slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the

mower housing is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been

cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

tractor. This will result in a more even

distribution of clippings and more

uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two

rounds, mow in the opposite direction

making left hand turns until finished.

I-

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the

second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet

grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mowing

performance and proper discharge of

material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

REOO 'RSE°V,CE OV'OEOATES

Check Operator Presence and

1Interlock Systems

RCheck for Loose Fasteners If II_s

_ ! Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades V'3

Lubrication Chart _ ll_

0Check Battery Level

Rc_ Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle COOling I_ €

Check V-Botts Ik_

Check Engine Oil Level If I_

Change Engine Oil (with oil fitter) l_lr =

EChange Engine Oil (without oil fitter) I_ U ll_

NClean Air Filter Ill=

GClean Air Screen 1_2

NI Inspect Arrester V'

Muttler/Spark

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) iI1_.=

Clean Engine Cooling Firs ill_

Replace Spark Plug VwIk/

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge v',

Replace Fuel Filter f/_

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

in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Sen/ice more often when operating _n dirty Or d_sty condilions,

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

4*Not required ff equipped with maintenance-free battel_.

5- T'_hten front auxle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, ma.xgnurn.

Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your

tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

•Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and

check blades and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run 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

interlock systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

_) Tie Rod Ball Joints

_) Spindle "_--IF--_----'_r-_ _) Spindle

Zerk _ --:, :_Z'e rk

(_Front Wheel J ".% \ _, (_Fro_ Wheel

Bearing '--,_---'-----'_ L Bearing Zerk

Zerk _/

_)Steering

Sector/\ ,

Gear

TeethII '" Engine

_)ChecW _ .......

Add I

Transaxle L._

Fluid

(D SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

_) General Purpose Grease

(_) Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

® Spray silicone lubriant (Move Boots to

Lubricate)

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of

the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant

18sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in

highest gear, then brake must be ad-

justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm

rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp

objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock

systems are working properly. If your

tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed and

attachement clutch control is in the

disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any

attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never

operate unless the operator is in the

seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to

allow access to blades.

2. Remove hex 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 mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat

treated.

Trailir Blade Centel ly

_i-lex Bolt (Grade)'

*A Grade 8heat treated bolt can be identified

by six lines on the bolt head.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen-

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 a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need

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

balancer. (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, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded

portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold

the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in

a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade moves downward, sharpen

the heavy end until the blade is

balanced.

5/8" Blade

Center Hole

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for t hour.

NOTE; The odginal equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BAI-rERYAND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and

terminals can cause the battery to "leak"

power.

1. Remove terminal guard.

2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first

then RED battery cable and remove

battery from tractor.

3. Rinse the battery with plain water and

dry.

4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends

with wire brush until bright.

5. Coat terminals with grease or petro-

leum jelly.

6. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING

BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND

ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt

and chaff which can restrict cooling.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

1. Block up rear axle securely.

2. Remove left rear wheel by removing

hub bolts.

3. Remove filler plug from transaxle. Oil

level must be even with plug threads. If

necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil,

API SF-SJ. Replace filler plug.

4. Reassemble wheel to hub.

___Transaxle Filler

Plug

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable.

Replace belts if they begin to slip from

wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating

temperature.

SAEVISCOSR'YGRADES

F *20 0 30 _40

-,_ _ -1_, 0_'o 2o

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each eight

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

dipstick securely each time you check the

oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto

the fitting. Oil Drain Valve

Yellow

Cap

Drain Tube Closed and

Locked Position

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing upward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

upward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace

the cap onto to the end of the drain

valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill

dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not

overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. Insert dipstick into the

tube and rest the oil fill cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the

tube when taking reading. Keep oil

at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner

after every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

1. Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow

it to dry.

5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Replace 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-cleaner (cleaned

and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

8. Check rubber seal for damage and

proper position around stud. Replace

if necessary.

9. Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge

plate, and nut.

10.Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

Cartridge

Foam

Pre-Cleaner

Cartridge

Plate

Rubber

Seal

Nut

Knob

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

stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the

grass screen, cooling fins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept

clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often

under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),

remove the blower housing and other

cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins

and external surfaces as necessary. Make

sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a

blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged

cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds

removed will cause engine damage due

to overheating.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could

create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of

each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to 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.

Fuel Filter__ _J

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-

tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your tractor unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out.

Water in engine can result in a shortened

engine life.

AWARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY

SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place attachment clutch in "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

2. Turn height adjustment knob to lowest

setting.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Remove retainer spring holding anti-

swaybar to chassis bracket and

disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

5. Remove four retainer springs from

front plate assembly and remove

plate.

6. Remove retainer springs from

suspension arms at deck and disen-

gage arms from deck.

7. Raise attachment lift to its highest

position.

8. Slide mower forward and remove belt

from electric clutch pulley.

9. Slide mower out from under right side

of tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in "INSTALL

MOWER AND DRIVE BELl" in the

Assembly section of this manual.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

Suspension

Front Mower

Bracket

Electric

Clutch Pulley

Front

Plate

Chassis

Bracket ly

Retainer

Sprit

Anti-Sway

Bar

Retainer Springs

.=rSprings

(Both Sides)

Mower

Bracket

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT WITH

BUBBLE LEVEL

NOTE: If necessary, check side-to-side

surface below tractor for levelness with a

long board and the bubble level.

•Using the lift lever, place mower in

position where no part of the mower,

including gauge wheels, is touching

the ground.

•From left side of tractor, find the level

decal on top of mower and place

bubble level on decal as indicated.

• Mower is level side-to-side when

bubble is between the two lines in the

bubble level.

• If adjustment is necessary, under left

hand footrest, turn lift link adjustment

nut (above yellow cap) in appropriate

direction to bring bubble between the

lines in the bubble level.

• Remove bubble level from mower and

store in a safe place.

Bubble _ _ Bubble Level

Between

Lines _J././_l

_ Level Decal

Brake_

Pedal _Footrest

Lift Link

Adjustment

Nut

ALTERNATE SIDE-TO-SIDE

ADJUSTMENT METHOD

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground level at front corners

of mower. Distance "A" on both sides

of mower should be the same.

• If adjustment is necessary, make

adjustment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjust-

ing.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

Mower to Ground Mower to Ground

' Mandrel

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

side. If the following front-to-back

adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust

both front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Position any blade so the tip is pointing

straight forward. Measure distance "B" at

front and rear tip of blade

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of blade, loosen nut "C"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut "C" will

change dim. "B" by approximately 3/16".

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "D"

against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of blade, loosen nut "D"

from trunnion on both front links.

Tighten nut "C" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "D"

against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

\,\ Blade

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL

IN LENGTH

Front Plate Trunnion

Assembly

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park tractor on a level surface.

Engage parking brake.

2. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover.

Screws

L.H.

Mandrel

Cover

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

pulley.

4. Remove belt from electric clutch

pulley.

5. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

6. Remove any dirt or grass clippings

which may have accumulated around

mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

7. Check primary idler arm and two

idlers to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be sure spring is securely hooked to

primary idler arm and bolt in mower

housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

9. Install belt in both idlers. Make sure

belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers

as shown.

10.Install new belt onto electric clutch

pulley.

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

mandrel pulley.

12.Carefully check belt routing making

sure belt is in the grooves correctly

and inside belt keepers.

13. Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover.

Idler

Pulleys

Primary Idler Arm

Spring

Electric

Clutch

Pulley

L.H.

Mandrel

Bolt in

Mower

Housing

Mower Drive Belt

Belt Keepers

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake.

1. Remove mower drive belt (See 'q-O

REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in

this section of this manual).

2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this

manual).

3. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel

cover and remove cover. Unhook

spring from bolt on mower housing.

4. Carefully roll belt oft R.H. mandrel

pulley.

5. Remove belt from center mandrel

pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel

pulley.

6. Remove any dirt or grass which may

have accumulated around mandrels

and entire upper deck surface.

7. Check secondary idler arm and idler

to see that they rotate freely.

8. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary

idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

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

mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and

center mandrel pulley as shown.

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

Make sure belt is in all grooves

properly.

11. Reconnect spring to bolt in mower

housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel

cover.

12. Reinstall mower to tractor (See

"INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE

BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manual).

13. Reassemble mower drive belt (See

"TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT"

in this section of this manual).

Mower Blade

LH. Drive Belt Center

Mandrel

Mandrel-_ _.\ i R.H. Mandrel

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IdlerArm" ,_'E i!__'_ I)

Spring I _'_'__ \

Swa Bar // \

BracKet Idler

Pulley

TO ADJUST ATrACHMENT CLUTCH

The electric clutch should provide years

of service. The clutch has a built-in brake

that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.

Eventually, the internal brake will wear

which may cause the mower blades to

not engage, or, to not stop as required.

Adjustments should be made by a Sears

or other qualified service center.

1. Make sure attachment clutch and

ignition switches are in "OFF" position.

2. Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until

space between clutch plate and rotor

measures .012" at all three slot

locations cut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric

clutch, run tractor at full throttle and

engage and disengage electric clutch 10

cycles to wear in clutch plate.

Rotor

.012"

Locknut

_Plate

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the left

side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet

stopping distance at high speed in highest

gear on a level 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 'W' on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

41 Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust if

necessary. If stopping distance is still

greater than six (6) feet in highest gear,

further maintenance is necessary.

Contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

IMPORTANT: Check Brake Adjustment.

Clutching Flat Idler

Engine Above

With Parking Brake "Engaged" Transaxle

Pulley

Twists Belt

Keeper

Nut As Viewed from Bottom

Operating

Arm

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For ease of service there

is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom of left footrest. It is not necessary

to remove mower.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Engage parking brake (creates slack

in belt).

2. Remove mower drive belt from electric

clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT' in this section

of this manual).

3. Roll motion drive belt off transaxle

pulley.

4. Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys,

then off engine pulley and front V-idler

pulley.

5. Pull belt out of all belt keepers.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Place V part of belt into grooves on

engine pulley and front V-idler,

making sure to route belt inside of belt

keepers.

2. Put belt coming from V-idler above

midspan belt keeper, then onto

clutching idler pulleys as shown.

3. Make sure V part of belt engages V-

idler.

4. Place belt around transaxle pulley,

beginning at top.

V part of belt should engage transaxle

pulley.

5. Place long lower section of belt

through loop in midspan belt keeper.

6. Check to be sure belt is on proper

side of all belt keepers.

7. Reinstall mower drive belt onto

electric clutch pulley. 26

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove

steering wheel and reassemble with

crossbar horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper

steering operation. Toe-in was set at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. If parts in the front axle or

steering mechanism have been replaced

or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if

necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN -

1. Position front wheels straight ahead.

2. Measure distance between wheels at

front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"

and "B").

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

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

TO ADJUST TOE-IN -

1. Loosen jam nuts at adjustment

sleeves on tie rod.

2. Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is

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

3. Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred to

affect the front wheel camber, contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

_ B ....

Adjustment Sleeves

Jam Nuts

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

TO ATFACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

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

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

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.

Retaining

Ring

Axle

Cover

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry

rot and corrosion.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

RNING: Lead-acid batteries

generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See

"BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle

must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use

your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

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.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

ACAUTION: 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

,.: (Red)

%*..

Terminal Cable

Guard

Cable (Black)

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your

tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connec-

tor.

._ HeadnlightoWire

H°°d/" _._

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST 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 control lever is

against stop screw. If it is not, loosen

casing clamp screw and pull throttle

cable until lever is against screw.

Tighten clamp screw securely.

Idle Fuel Adjusting

Needle Idle speed Adjusting

Screw

Throttle

Control

Cable

Stol

ScreV_lam p

Choke

Control

Cable

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be

necessary, check adjustment as de-

scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as

follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full

choke position.

2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and

cartridge plate to expose carburetor

choke (See "AIR FILTER" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

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

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw

securely.

4. Reassemble air cleaner.

Closed for Full

Chok,

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 aleaner fuel/air

mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving aricher fuel/

air mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles

and the seats in carburetor may result if

screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SEI-IING -

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

the throttle control cable is adjusted

properly (see "TO ADJUST

THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

2. With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting

needle in (clockwise) closing it finger

tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1 turn.

FINAL SEI-I-ING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position.

NOTE: The high idle is set at the factory

and cannot be adjusted.

2. Idle speed setting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, engine

should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine

idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed

adjusting screw in or out until correct

idle is attained.

3. Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle

control lever in slow position, turn idle

fuel adjusting needle in (clockwise)

until engine speed decreases and

then turn out (counterclockwise)

approximately 3/4 turn to obtain the

best low speed performance.

4. Recheck idle speed. Readjust if

necessary.

ACCELERATION TEST -

5. Move throttle control lever from slow to

fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle

out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.

Repeat test and continue to adjust, if

necessary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust-damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact Sears or other qualified

service center, which has proper equip-

ment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

Immediately prepare your tractor for

storage at the end of the season or if the

tractor will not be used for 30 days or

more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for

a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store

in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see

"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMI-

NALS" in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or clamp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage. Also,

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach

the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to 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 and will cause your

tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start 1.

CAUSE CORRECTION

Hard to start

Enginewill not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

Out of fuel.

Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

Engine flooded.

Bad spark plug.

Dirty air filter.

Dirty fuel filter.

Water in fuel.

i8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Clutch/brake pedal not

depressed,

2. Attachment clutch is

engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence

switch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE"

in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes

before attempting to start,

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and

carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace

fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill

with fresh gasoline,

6. Check all wiring.

:7. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

8, Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress clutch/brake

pedal,

2. Disengage attachment

clutch.

3. Recharge or replace

battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition

switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery

2, Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power .

Excessive

vibration

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

Cutting too much grass/too

fast.

Throttle in "CHOKE"

position.

Build-up of grass, leaves 3.

and trash under mower.

Dirty air filter. 4.

Low oil leveVdirty oil. 15.

Faulty spark plug. 6.

9. Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13.Loose or damaged wiring.

14.Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/

reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower

housing.

Clean/replace air filter.

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

Replace fuel filter.

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/replace muffler.

13.Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

Enginecontinues 1. Faulty operator-safety 1. Check wiring, switches and

to run presence control system, connections. If not

when operator contact a Sears or other

leaves seat with qualified service center.

with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut -uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves,

and trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash

around mandrels.

1. Replace blade. Tighten

blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not 1.

working 2.

(if so equipped) 3.

Battery will not 1.

charge 2.

Engine "backfires'

whenturning

engine "OFF"

CAUSE

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.

Mower deck not level.

Low/uneven tire air

pressure.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Buildup of grass, leaves

and trash under mower.

Mower drive belt worn.

Blades improperly installed.

10.Improper blades used.

11 .Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

Switch is "OFF".

Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned ou!

Faulty light switch.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Blown fuse.

Bad battery cell(s).

Poor cable connections.

Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

Faulty alternator.

Engine throttle control not

set at "SLOW" position

for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

CORRECTION

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Place throttle control in

"FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before

mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10.Replace with blades listed

in this manual.

11 .Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connec

tions.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connec

tions.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

.Move throttle control to

"SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before

stopping engine.

NOTES

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" RELAY

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

ON + L_HT_ B+At L+A2

ON B + A1 NONE

START _+ S + A1 NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING.

GFC

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS H B

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

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

8 7603,.I 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 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 175688 Harness Socket LightW/Bulb

25 150775 Cable, Battery

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 170697 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Plunger

30 175566 Switch, Ign

33 140403 Key, Ignition

40 170238 Harness Ign,

42 154336 Cover,Terminal

45 122822X Ammeter

50 174652 Switch, PTO

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

79 175242 Bulbholder Asm. Incan descent

81 109748X Relay Asm.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

1/_8 148 130

161

158 36/" 152

58 7 122

17_144

21 17

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I17

1"_. 17 44 17

88 70

17 6 _636() 24

.,] 63 17

86 17 47

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 017.275034

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

1 180372 Rail,Frame RH 58

2 175282 Drawbar,Gt 60

4 73680700 Nut, CrownlockHex 7/16-14UNC 63

5163976)(428 DashYTGT2 Cyl 67

6157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece 68

717720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 70

8 145166 Support, Battery 84

14 175259X558 HoodAsm 85

16 121794X Cover, Access 86

17 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X.75 88

18 174515)(558 Grille 91

19 19131312 Washer t3/32x13/16x12 Ga. 122

20 STD523710 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 130

21 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16Unc 137

24 179717X558 Footrest, RH 138

28 179716X558 Footrest, LH 139

30 145051X014 Saddle, SlkscrVgt 140

31 161419 Brace, Supt 1-pc VGT Strg 141

32 161327 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Lh 142

33 161326 Bracket, Pivot Chassis Rh 144

34 177018 Plate Asm Engine Chassis 148

35 19111116 Washer 11/32x11/16x16 Ga. 150

36 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 152

37 179772X558 Fender 153

39 175278 Bracket, Axle Front 157

42 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 158

43 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 159

44 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 160

45 154913 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh 161

47 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 162

50 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front

56 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh

PART

NO.

175315

17060620

19131614

156973

17490508

177679

142992

144911

74780716

DESCRIPTION

Bracket Asm., Fender

Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Guide, Belt Gear Drive

Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2

Belt KeeperVGT GroundDrive

Stop, Over Center Mower

Bracket, SupportTransaxle

Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 UNC x 1

STD55t 143 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

180366 Rail, Frame Lh

161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

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

74780716 Boll Fin Hex 7/16-14 xl Gr. 5

179125X428 CupholderYTGT

171873 BollShoulder 5/16-18 TT

163806 MagnetYTGT

163805 Striker PlateYTGT

161897 Bracket Dash Rh

161900 Bracket Dash Lh

164655 Extrusion Bumper

161237 Duct Heat Hood

177956 ShieEdBrowning

179761 Light Box Asm W/Lens

161840 Lens Bar

17670608 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2

17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr. 3/8-16 x 3/4

17060508 Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2

179612X428 Console FuelWindow

142432 Screw Hex 1/4-1/2 Unc

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

GROUNDDRIVE

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 38 150035

4 17490508 Screw Thdrol5/16-18 x 3/4 39 74321016

5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 40 178575

6 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 41 73931000

7 149176 Wheel, Hub Assembly 42 8883R

8 12000034 Klip,Ring 46 145170

9 140080 Bolt,Hub 47 138228

10 142509 Disc, Brake 48 72110612

11 136927 Yoke, Brake Disc 50 131494

12 73750800 Nutlock 1/2-20 Unf 51 STD541437

13 139419 Washer, Special 52 139123

14 138901 Bushing 54 161590

15 STD551037 Washer 13/32x13/16 x 16 Ga. 55 105706X

16 143012 Set, Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4 56 137153

17 126909X Spring 57 141756

16 137104 Lever, Brake 59 122253X

19 136926 Cam, BrakeDisc 60 122268X

21 23260412 Screw, Flat Head 1/4-28 x 3/4 61 137524

22 633A109 Gearshift, Lever Assembly 62

23 106932X Knob 63 74760720

24 136925 Support, Puck Brake 64 154752

25 136923 Puck, Brake Top 65 179613

26 137552 Spring, Return 66 140296

27 17490528 Screw, Hex Wsh Thd. 67 19131312

5/16-18 x 1-3/4 68 5142H

28 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 69 136327

29 137213 Brake, Rod 117 73900600

30 19131616 Washer 13/32 x1 x 16 Ga. 150 9858M1

34 71673 Cap, Plunger -- 174742

35 137648 Rod, Parking Brake

36 149412 Spring, Drive Ground

37 121749X Washer 25/32 x1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Nyliner

Screw, Fin. #10-24x 1

Actuator, Interlock Switch

Nut, Centerlock#10-24

Cover, Pedal

Retainer,Spring

ClutchRod

Bolt,Cam 3/8-16 x 1-112Gr. 5

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Pulley, Idler, Grooved

Clutch,Arm Assembly

Bearing, Idler

V-Belt

Bracket, Shift Rod, Hi-Lo

ShiftRod, Hi-Lo

Spring Clip,ConnectingUnk

Pulley,Transaxle

STD551143 Washer, Lock 7/16

Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/4

Shaft, Clutch/Brake Pedal

Bolt, Shoulder

Washer, Hardened

Washer, Flat

Pin, Roll

Hub, Cover

Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc

Key, Woodruff

Transaxle Asm

NOTE: All component dimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428

2 178557

36&55M

4 161849

5 161848

6 6266H

7121748X

8 12000029

9 121232.X

10 74781044

11 136518

12 73901000

13 121749X

14 STD551137

15 STD541537

16 145103

17 137347

18 175572

19 156011

20 163887X428

21 159945

22 155105

23 152927

25 STD523710

26 159946X428

27 3366R

28 17000612

29 104239X

31 138136

32 19111610

33 10040500

34 74780512

35 138059

36 137156

37 73360600

38 109850X

39 73700600

40 109851X

41 155246

42 17490508

44 160135X428

45 19132411

Wheel, Steering

Axle Asm., Front

Fitting, Grease

SpindleAsm, LH

SpindleAsm., RH

Bearing, Race ThrustHarden

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

Ring,Klip#T5304-75

Cap, Spindle

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4

Spacer Beadng Axle Front

Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Nut, LockCenter 3/8-24 UNF

Shaft Asm., Steedng

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

Draglink, Ball JointSolid Vgt

Support Asm., Steering Vgt

Boot,Steedng

Adapter, Wheel Steering

Bushing, Strg. BIk

Screw

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

Cap, Wheel Steering

Bearing, Col. Strg.

Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bearing, Flange

Bushing, Nyliner Snap

Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

Washer, Lock Hvy HIclSpr 5/16

Bolt. Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4

Gear, Sector Steering

Tie Rod

Jam Nut RH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread

Jam Nut LH Thread

Joint Asm. Ball LH Thread

Bracket Switch Intedock VGT 97

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt

Extension, Steering

Washer 13/32 x 1-1120x 11 Ga.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

21_IB 20

18 15 17

26 ' 37

LSPARK ARRESTER KIT I

ENGINE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KEY PART

NO. NO.

2149723

8 121361X

9177748

10 175287

11 170056

12 143996

15 179115

16 109227X

17 106082)(

18 179124X428

20 177328X428

21 164863

22 175441X428

24 S'1"D551237

25 73920600

26 3645J

27 139277

28 7834R

29 137180

35 10010500

DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO.

Engine(See Breakdown)Kohler 37 1234873(

ModelNo.CV674-75544 39 17490636

Muffler 40 17490664

PulleyV-Idler 41 126197X

KeeperAsm, Belt Engine

Bushing 42 STD551143

Clutch Electric 43 179953

Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch 47 175288

Tank Fuel Rear 5.0 Yt/Gt 96 62 146629

Pad Spacer 69 24-041-02

Pad Spacer 70 175545

Cap Asm FuelW/Gauge 71 175546

ControlThrottle 74 162295

Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 80 M73030800

Contrel Choke 81 148456

Washer Ext Tooth 3/8 82 148315

Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF 83 171877

Bushing 84 17060624

StemTank Fuel

FuelLine

Spark Arrester Kit

Washer Split

DESCRIPTION

ClampHose

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

Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 UNC

Washer 1-1/20D x 15/32 ID x

.250

Washer Lock7/16

Bolt Hex 7/16 -20 X 3.75 Ga 5

Bushing

ShieldHeat Muffler

Gasket

Tube ExhaustLH

Tube Exhaust RH

Elbow Street Brass

NutFlange

Plug Drain Oil Easy

Plug Oil Drain Easy

Bolt5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 W/Sems

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

NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 180598

2 180166

3 140675

5 145006

6 STD541437

7124181X

8 171877

10 189186

12 121246X

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 121249X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket, Pivot Seat

Strap, Fender

Clip, Push In, Hinged

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Spring, Seat Cprsn

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

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Mounting Switch

Bushing, Snap

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2

Spacer, Split

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

16 123740X Spdng,Cprsn

17 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5

18 19171912 Washer17/32xl-3/16x12Ga.

19 166369 Knob, Seat

20 124238X Cap, Spring Seat

21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

22 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

18 2 6 5

19 17

15 10

1,_

--24

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 177375

2 164085

3 171702

4 171703

5 177415

6 133644

7 181470

8 177416

9 163204

10 156439

11 181249

12 146047

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash Panel

Decal, Dash

Decal, Hood, RH

Decal, Hood, LH

Decal, Hood Side Panel

Decal, Maintenance

Decal, Deck Level

Decal, Engine

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Fender Danger

Decal, Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-Belt Drive

Schematic

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 164884

14 160397

15 181500

17 149516

18 164065

19 138047

23 174969

24 174970

- - 138311

-- 179768X428

-- 179769X428

-- 181154

-- 181155

Decal, BlowerHousing

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Decal, Repl Parts

Decal, Battery DngeJPoi

Decal, Insert Strg

Decal, Battery

Reflector, Taillight LH

Reflector,Taillight RH

Decal, Handle Lft Height

Adjust (Lift Handle)

Pad, Footrest LH

Pad, Footrest RH

Manual, Owners (Eng)

Manual, Owner's (Span)

WHEELS & TIRES

410

KEY PART

NO. NO.

159192

2 65139

3106228X427

48134H

5 106230)(

6 2781-1

79040H

9 8 104757X428

S9105588)(

10 7154J

11 106277X428

12 6856M

- - 144334

DESCRIPTION

Cap, Valve, Tire

Stem, Valve

Rim Assembly, Front

Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

Tire, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

Tire, Rear

Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

Rim Assembly, Rear

Fitting, Grease

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

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

1 inch =25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

LIFT ASSEMBLY

4O 42 43 35 73

30 10

TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.275034

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 32 137150

2 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 34 137187

3 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 35 138057

4 12000022 E-RingTruarc #5133-87 38 155097

5 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 39 123935X

6 71110624 Bolt,Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x1-1/2 40 17060516

7 175830 Grip, Handle Fluted 41 73540600

9 175831 Button, Plunger 42 19112410

10 2876H Spring 2-1/8" 43 123934X

11 146704 Link Lift 70 145212

12 163552 Retainer, Spring 72 110452X

13 139868 Arm, Suspension Vgt 73 73350600

14 169865 Bearing 75 175805

23 STD624008 Retainer, Spring 76 175560

24 73350800 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 78 175689

26 73800800 Nut, Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc 80 126684X

29 150233 Trunnion, Infin Height 62 169484

30 110887X Nut, Special

31 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

DESCRIPTION

Spring, CompressionInf Hgt

Rod, Adj Lift

Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Uric

Pointer, Height Indicator

Plug, Hole

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x18 Ga.

Scale, Indicator Height

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut Push Phos & Oil

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Plate Asm Susp Front

Pin Flange

Trunnion

Washer Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x .662

Retainer Clip

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

116

53,

2 2 22

113

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 181606 Mower DeckWeldment 50 37 137166

2 STD541413 Nut,Crewnlock 5/16-18 38 173979

3 72110506 Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 39 131494

4 7631J Runner,MowerLH 40 174375

5138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 42 STD533107

6 STD624008 Retainer, Spring 43 136460

7178024 Bar, Sway Deck 44 165723

8 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 45 STD541437

Patched 46 74760628

9 STD561137 Washer, Lock Hvy 3/8 47 137200

Unplated 48 137729

10 140296 Washer, HardBlade Mower 49 136574

Vented 50 137272

11 137380 Blade(3 Required) 51 137273

13 137553 Shaft Asm., W/Lower Brg 52 175080

14 137152 Housing, Mandrel 50" Vent 53 180807

15 110485X Beadng,Ball Mandrel 54 148763

16 174493 Stripper,MowerVented 55 144959

17 106735X Rod,Hinge 56 138687

18 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 57 136577

19 105304X Cap, Sleeve 58 133957

20 123713X Spdng,Torsion Deflector 59 137644

21 137607 Bracket, Deflector 60 139031

22 110452X Nut, Push 61 136573

23 110509X Shield, DeflectorMower 62 133943

24 136320 Runner,RH 63 72110504

25 19111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 64 19121414

27 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 65 151831

28 132823 Spacer, Spring Stop Idler 66 156009

30 173984 Screw Thdrel Rolling Washer 67 73930600

Head 99 72110614

31 178342 Nut, FIgTop Lock Cntr 9/16 116 73680500

32 153535 Pulley, Mandrel - - 143651

33 129963 Washer, Spacer Mower

Vented - - 181689

34 72140610 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

35 72110616 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2

36 72110609 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

DESCRIPTION

Stiffener, Arm Idler

Keeper, Belt idler

Pulley, Idler Flat

Pulley,Driven

Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4

Arm, IdlerSeconda_

Spacer, Retainer

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1-3/4

Cover, Mandrel RH

Screw, Thd Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8

Cover, Mandrel LH

Arm, Idler Primary

Spring, Secondary

Pulley, IdlerV Groove

Shield, Idler

V-Belt, Mower Pdmary

V-Belt, Mower Secondary

Spdng,Primary

Bar Asm.,Wheel Gauge

Wheel,Gauge

Bolt,Shoulder

Pin, Clevis

Bracket, Wheel Gauge

Washer Hardened

Bolt Carriage 5/16 x 1/2

Washer 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga

Pulley IdlerFlat Mower

Keeper, Belt Idler 44/50"

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr.5

Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

Key Nos. 8-10, 13-15, 31 and 33)

Replacement Mower, Complete

NOTE: All componentdimensions givenin U. S.

inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

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TRANSAXLE

TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMB ER 917.275034

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

14197R

2 12OOOO34

3 4199R

44216R

5 4215R

64217R

7174728

874020652

9 7392M

10 137261

11 4985R

12 6L_66H

13 4212R

14 137125

15 6276H

16 633A63

17 8118M

18 8740H1

19 122238X

20 4218R

21 6252H1

22 781OH

23 6262H

24 7393R

25 992R1

26 139111

27 4986R

28 122254X

29 6269H

30 5855H

31 174731

32 6277H

33 4225R

34 7396H

35 4198R

36 4200R

37 7395H

38 160789

39 174729

40 13320400

41 17580520

45 6271H

46 13060200

49 4895H

50 4222R

51 1529R

Axle Shaft 52 8119M

RetainingRing 53 4220R

Final Ddve Gear 54 4209R

DifferentialGear 55 4213R

Differential Pinion 56 4442R

Differential Carder 57 4195R

Axle Thrust Washer 58 4214R

Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 59 4194R

(1" Threed Length) 60 7528R

Steel Ball 61 4208R

Spdng ShiftFork Detent 62 4207R

ShiftFork, High-Low Range 63 7398H

Thrust Bearing Race 64 4203R

4th Reduction Pinion

Shaft, Brake 65 4204R

Snap Ring, Crescent Type 66 2898J

High-Low Range Gears 67 12000033

Needle Beadng 68 4205R

Sintered IronBearing 69 4206R

ShiftFork Shaft, High-Low 70 1370H

Range 71 633A69

DifferentialPinionSpacer

DifferentialPinionBushing 72 139120

Gripco Centedock Nut 3/8-24 73 4201R

Shift Fork, R.H. 74 12000008

Oil Seal 75 1153R

SinteredIron Bearing 77 6803J

Shift Fork Shaft 79 1167R

Shift Fork, L.H. 80 73360700

ShiftShaft, High-Low Range 81 6270H

Oil Seal 82 136984

Pressure Relief Valve 84 5384J

Gearcase, Reverse Idler Shaft 85 2978J

and Bearings, R.H. 86 633A85

(Includes Key No.'s 17,18, 25, 87 8739H1

33, 50, 63, 77 and 82) 88 4924H

Dowel Pin 89 19151516

Needle Bearing 90 110542X

Thrust Bearing Race 91 19181511

4th Reduction Gear Shaft 92 75J

4th Reduction Gear Spacer

Thrust Bearing Race 93 6274H

Gate, Lower, Shift 94 76020412

Gearcase and Bearings, LH. 96 159783

(includes Key 97 633109

Numbers 18, 25, 49, 50 (2), 51 98 174742

and 52)

Pipe Plug 1/2-14 N.P.T.

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

Oil Seal

Pipe Plug 1/4-18 N.P.T.

Needle Bearing

DESCRIPTION

Needle Bearing

ThrustBearing Race

3rd ReductionPinion, Low

4th Reduction Gear

3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer

2nd Reduction Gear Shaft

Final Ddve Pinion

1st Reduction Gear Shaft

1st Reduction Shaft Spacer

3rd Reduction Pinion High

2nd Reduction Gear

Needle Beadng

Low Speed Gear and 2nd

Reduction Pinion Cluster

Reverse Gear

Key, Hi-Pro 1/8 x 17/32

KlipRing

IntermediateSpeed Gear

HighSpeedGear

Thrust BearingRace

Intermediate and HighSpeed

Cluster Pinions

Input Shaft

LowSpeed Pinion

E-Ring

Reverse Idler Gear

Needle Beadng

Sealing Washer

Nut, Hex, Jam 7/16-20

Oil Seal

Reverse Idler Shaft

Gearshift Lever, Bent

Gearshift Cap

Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin

Shift Lever Guide Ball, Keyed

Spring

Washer 15132x 15/16 x 16 Ga

Shift Mechanism Seal

Washer 9/16 x 15/16 x 12 Ga

Gearshift Gate and

Reinforcement

Shift Ball Cover Gasket

Cotter Pin 1/8 x 3/4

Screw, Hex, Washer, HD.

Gearshift Lever Assembly

Transaxle, 6 Speed,

Complete Assembly

NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions givenin U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24-033-03-S

24-041-23-S

24-096-59-S

M-645020-S

X-75-23-S

25-351-01 -S

24-755-66-S

24-411-05-S

24-041-40-S

24-318-70-S

25-186-01-S

24-599-01-S

M-640034-S

24-072-09-S

24 468 16-S

24 100 10-S

24-755-74-S

24-153-16-S

24-086-32-S

24-445-01-S

24-016-01-S

24-016-02-S

24-017-01-S

24-017-02-S

24-032-05-S

235011-S

24-089-02-S

12-173-01-S

12-755-03-S

24-318-67-S

24-755-76-S

25-313-02-S

24-755-57-S

M-545016-S

24-445-02-S

24-126-44-S

24-112-12-S

24-294-06-S

24-326-13-S

24-326-14-S

25-237-14-S

Kit, breather cover w/ 1

gasket (Includes 2, 3) 2

Gasket, breather

Cover, breather 3

Screw, hex. flange 4

M6xl.0x20 (4) 5

Plug, allen hd. 1/8"

Lifter, valve (4) 6

Kit, valve train (Includes 8,

11, 12)

Rod, push (4)

Gasket, cylinder head (2)

Head assembly, #2 cylinder 7

Arm, rocker (4)

Pivot, rocker arm (4)

Screw, hex. flange 8

M6x1.0x34 (4) 9

Stud, cylinder head

M8x1.25x20, M10x1.5x33,

105 mm long (8)

Washer, flat 8 mm (8)

Nut, hex. flange MSx1.25

(2)

Kit, valve cover - plain 10

(Includes 18, 19) 11

O-Ring 12

Screw, shoulder (4)

Strap, lifting 13

Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2) 14

Valve, exhaust (.25) (2) 15

Valve, intake (Std.) (2) 16

Valve, intake (.25) (2) 17

Seal, valve stem (2) 18

Retainer, spring (4)

Spring, valve (4) 19

Cap, valve spring (4) 20

Kit, retainer (4)

Head assembly, #1 cylinder 21

Kit, valve cover - breather 22

(Inc1.18, 19, 30) 23

Grommet, rubber 24

Kit, breather separator 25

_ncludes 30, 32-35) 26

crew, hex. flange 27

M5x0.8x16 (2)

Strap, breather

Bracket, breather

separator

Spacer

Fitting

Hose, breather

Clamp, hose (2)

24-032-01 -S

24-294-13-S

24-380-13-S

24-067-13-S

24-067-14-S

24-874-09-S

24-874-10-S

24-874-11-S

24-874-15-S

24-108-08-S

24-108-09-S

24-108-10-S

24-018-01-S

12-422-09-S

12-422-13-S

12-422-07-S

12-422-08-S

12-422-10-S

12-422-11-S

12-422-12-S

24-012-10-S

52-139-09-S

M-545010-S

24-018-04-S

24-402-05-S

12-153-01-S

24-126-19-S

12-123-04-S

M-545016-S

12-153-02-S

24-038-04-S

24-755-46-S

12-153-03-S

24-018-09-S

M-931010-S

28-032-09-S

24-468-15-S

24-144-33-S

Seal, oil front

Crankcase

(USE: Miniblock 24 782 14)

Fitting

Pin, dowel locating (6)

Connecting Rod (Std.) (2)

Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

Piston wiRing Set (Std.) (2)

(Includes 7, 8)

Piston wiRing Set (.25) (2)

Piston w/Ring Set (.50) (2)

Kit, piston wiring set (.08)

Ring Set (Std.) (2)

Ring Set (.25) (2)

Ring Set (.50) (2)

Retainer, piston _nR(._)

Shim, camshaft

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

shim,camshaft

Shim, camshaft

Shim,camshaft/ :":l

Shim, camshaft

Camshaft

Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x10 (2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Reed, breather (2)

O-Ring, lower oil fill tube

Bracket, oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x16

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Dipstick assembly (Includes

21, 22)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 22)

O-Ring, dipstick

Ring, retainer

Washer, nylon (top)

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer (bottom)

Shaft, governor cross

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

IGNITIONIELECTRICAL J

17\_ .

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I

_I---8

114 _0

AIR INTAKE j

13 10

TRACTOR --MODEL N UM B ER 917.275034

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

IGNITION/CHARGING

KEY PART

NO, NO.

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

1 54-755-15-S

2M-403025-S

3 X-25-92-S

4 24-112-04-S

5 25-086-47-S

6 24-157-03-S

7 12-086-14-S

8 12-468-03-S

9 X-42-15-S

10 24-025-04-S

11 25-403-03-S

12 X-25-92-S

13 24-086-18-S

14 236602-S

15 54-755-09-S

16 12-132-06-S

17 M-548025-S

18 48-154-02-S

19 X-25-63-S

20 24-584-01-S

21 M-545020-S

22 235173-S

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-126-71-S

X-22-11°S

24-176-82-S

24-518-12-S

24-113-18-S

25-454-03-S

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Kit, grass screen 1 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes

(Includes 2-4,and 24 113 2-4)

18-S) 2 24-100-0i-S Nut, plastic (3)

Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 3 25-139-16-S Plug, button 9/16"

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

Washer, plain 5/16" (4) 5M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

Spacer, grass screen (4) M5x0.8x20 (4)

Bolt, shoulder (4) 6 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

Fan M5x0.8x16 (3)

Screw, hex. flange 7 M-551016-S Screw, hex. flange

M10xl.5x46 M5x0.8x16

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

Key M6x1.0x16 (6)

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

Rectifier-regulator 10 24-146-20-S Plate, backing - # 1 side

Washer, plain 3/16" (2) 11 24-063-20-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2

Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/ side

8 (2) 12 24-063-14-S Baffle, valley - #2 side

Connector (3 contact) 13 24-063-58-S Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1

Kit, 15 amp stator side

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

Spark Plug (2) 15 M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange

Screw, hex. cap M5x0.Sx25 M5x0.8xl0 (2)

(2)

Clip, cable NOT ILLUSTRATED

Washer, plain 1/4" 24-096-68-S Cover, control

Module, ignition (2) 24-086-06-S Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/

Screw, hex flange 4" (2)

M5x0.8x20 (4)

Clip, cable AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

Bracket, stator wire KEY PART

Washer, lock 1/4" NO. NO.

Harness, wiring 1

Lead, black (rect.-reg. 6" -2

12 gauge

insulated grip barrel 3 24-041-01-S

eyelets) 4 24-041-14-S

Decal, grass screen

Tie, wire (3) 5 24-094-18-S

624-041-13-S

7 24-109-09-S

8 24-083-03-S

9 24-083-05-S

10 231032-S

11 24-096-01-S

12 12-100-01-S

13 24-096-73-S

14 54-755-01 -S

DESCRIPTION

24-164-06-S

M-651055-S

15 25-341-03-S

16 24-153-20-S

17 24-063-51-S

Manifold, intake

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x55 (4)

Gasket, intake manifold (2)

Gasket, air cleaner base

Base, air cleaner

Gasket, fuel spitback cup

Cup, fuel spitback

Element, air cleaner

Precleaner, element

Seal, breather

Cover, inner air cleaner

Wing Nut

Cover, air cleaner

Kit, knob with seal

(Includes 15 & 16)

Knob, cover

O-Ring

Baffle, spitback cup

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

STARTING SYSTEM I

S° OIL PAN !LUBRICATION I

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

M-839080-S

25-098-08-S

M-841080-S

25-435-04-S

25-755-33-S

25-141-05-S

25-221-01-S

Screw, hex. flange

MSx1.25x80 (2)

Starter, solenoid shift

(Includes 4-7)

Nut, hex. flange M8x1.25

Kit, solenoid

Kit, pinion drive (Includes

Ring

Kit,brush

ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24 211 03-S Bolt, round head square

neck

2 24-090-33-S Lever, governor

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

4 24-089-01-S Spring, |inkage

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

6 24-079-04-S Linkage, throttle

7 25-158-11-S Bushing, throttle linkage

8 M-545016-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8xf6

9 M-547050-S Nut, hex. lock M5x0.8

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

11 24-126-56-S Bracket, control

12 M-645016-S Screw, hex. flange

M6xl.0xf 6 (4)

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

14 24-086-43-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8xl 6 (2)

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

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

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

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

19 24-089-45-S Spring, governor

20 Mo446030-S Nut, hex M4xO.7

21 24-090-13-S Lever, throttle control

22 M-545020-S Screw, hex. flange

M5x0.8x2O

23 24-089-51-S Spring, throttle limiter

24 24-090-05-S Lever, choke

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

26 M-403025-S Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25

27 24-079-05-S Linkage, choke

DESCRIPTION

24-199-07-S

M-645025-S

M-631005-S

24-393-08-S

24-123-05-S

24-162-26-S

24-043-12-S

12-380o01-S

52-448-02-S

12-144-02-S

24-153-08-S

X-75-32-S

24-136-01-S

52-050*02-S

52-032-08-S

24-086-17-S

24-086-16-S

X-75-10-S

Pan, oil assembly

(Includes 2-10)

Screw, hex. flange

M6x1.0x25 (2)

Washer, plain 6 mm (2)

Oil pump assembly

(tncludes 5)

Tube, oil pickup

Screen, oil

Kit, governor gear w/pin

_ncludes 8)

in, ovemor regulating

Tab, _cking

Shah, governor gear

O-Ring

Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"

Nipple, oil filter

Filter, oil

Seal, oil (PTO end)

Screw, hex. flange

MSx1.25x45

Screw, hex. flange

M8x1.25x45 (9)

Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8"

N.P.T.I_

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

CRANKSHAFT I

FUEL SYSTEM J

EXHAUST I

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.275034

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

2. 52-139-09-S Plug, cup

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

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

-- PA-75544 Replacement Engine

o- 24 782 14 Miniblock

-- 24 755 108-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. 24-053-61 Carburetor assembly (For

information only not

available separately)

(Service with Kits 24 757

36-S, 24 757 38-S)

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

5. M-629095-S Stud, M6xl.0x95 (2)

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

7. 47-154-01-S Clip, cable

8. 52-353-22-S Une, fuel 12"

9. 25-237-14-S Clamp, hose (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 10-5/8"

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

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

NOT ILLUSTRATED

-- 24 757 36-S Kit, choke repair

-- 24 757 38-S Kit, gasket repair

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX.

_ARNING: To avoid serious Injury, operate your tractor up and

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

bslopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns gradually to prevent

tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

1, Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2, Hold page before you so that its left edge Is vertically parallel to s tree

trunk or other upright structure.

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

4, Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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