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Owner's Manual

CRRFTSMIIN°

LAWN TRACTOR

18.5 HP, 42" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.275642

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

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

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

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

ProductSpecifications...........................6

AssemblyPre-Operation........................7

Operation...............................................9

Maintenance.......................................16

MaintenanceSchedule........................16

Serviceand Adjustments.....................21

Storage................................................27

Troubleshooting...................................28

RepairParts.........................................32

SearsService........................BackCover

LIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT

For two (2) yearsfrom the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis

maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner'smanual,

Searswill repairor replacefree of chargeanyparts that are foundto bedefectivein

materialor workmanshipaccordingto the guidelinesof coveragelistedbelow.Sears

will also providefree labor for theseapplicablewarrantedpartsfor the twofull years.

Duringthe first30 daysof purchase,therewill be no chargesto service the product

at your homefor issuescoveredby this warranty.(Seeexclusionsbelow). For your

convenience, IN HOMEwarrantyservice will still be availableafterthe first 30days

of purchase,but a trip chargewill apply.This chargewill bewaivedif the Craftsman

productis droppedoff at an authorizedSears location.Forthe nearestauthorizedSears

location,pleasecall 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.Thiswarranty appliesonly while this product

is within the UnitedStates.

ThisWarrantydoes not cover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomeworn duringnormal use,includingbut not limitedto

blades,sparkplugs, air cleaners,belts,and oil filters.

• StandardMaintenanceServicing,oil changes, or tune-ups

• Tire replacementor repaircausedby puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as nails,

thorns,stumps,or glass.

• Repairsnecessarybecause of operatorabuse,includingbut not limitedto, damage

causedbytowingobjects beyondthe capabilityof the ridingequipment,impacting

objectsthat bendthe frameor crankshaft,or over-speedingthe engine.

• Repairsnecessarybecause of operatornegligence,includingbutnot limitedto, elec-

trical and mechanicaldamagecausedby improperstorage,failureto usethe proper

grade and amountof engine oil, failureto keepthe deckclear of flammabledebris,

or failureto maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructionscontainedin the

owner'smanual.

• Engine(fuel system) cleaningor repairscausedby fuel determinedto be contami-

natedor oxidized(stale). In general,fuel should beused within 30 daysof its pur-

chasedate.

• Normaldeteriorationand wear of the exteriorfinishes,or productlabel replacement.

• Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialor rental purposes.

LIMITEDWARRANTYON BATTERY

For ninety (90)daysfrom dateof purchase,if anybattery includedwiththis riding

equipmentprovesdefectivein materialor workmanshipand our testingdeterminesthe

batterywill not holda charge,Searswill replacethe batteryat no charge. Duringthe

first 30daysof purchase,therewill beno chargesto replacethe batteryat yourHOME.

After the first 30 days,for yourconvenience,IN-HOMEwarrantyservice will still be avail-

ablebut a trip chargewill apply. This chargewill bewaivedif the Craftsmanproductis

droppedoff at an authorizedSearslocation.Forthe nearestauthorizedSearslocation,

pleasecall 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This batterywarrantyappliesonly whilethis product iswithin the UnitedStates.

Thiswarrantygives youspecific legalrights,and youmay also haveother rights,which

vary,from stateto state.

Sears,Roebuckand Co.,Dept.817WA,HoffmanEstates,IL 60179

IMPORTANT:This cuttingmachineis capableof amputatinghandsand feet andthrow-

ing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafetyinstructionscould resultinserious

injuryor death.

_IWARNING: Inorder to preventac-

cidentalstartingwhensetting up,trans-

porting,adjustingor makingrepairs,

alwaysdisconnectsparkplugwire and

placewire where it cannot contactspark

plug.

_I_WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_IWARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can

lose traction with the ground and cause

you to lose control of your tractor.

_I_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle com-

ponents contain or emit chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating

parts or under the machine. Keep clear

of the discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

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

picked up and thrown by the blades.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand-

ers before operating. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never direct discharged material

toward anyone. Avoid discharging

material against a wall or obstruction.

Material may ricochet back toward the

operator. Stop the blades when cross-

ing gravel surfaces.

• Do not operate machine without the

entire grass catcher, discharge guard,

or other safety devices in place and

working.

• Slowdown before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades,

set parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Disengage blades when not mowing.

Shut off engine and wait for all parts to

come to a complete stop before clean-

ing the machine, removing the grass

catcher, or unclogging the discharge

guard.

• Operate machine only in daylight or

good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or un-

loading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Always wear eye protection when oper-

ating machine.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-re-

lated injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the

riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious

injury.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dation for wheel weights or counter-

weights.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debris which can cause

build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of

control and tip-over accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. Opera-

tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If

you cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or

other hidden objects. Uneven terrain

could overturn the machine. Tall grass

can hide obstacles.

• Choose a low ground speed so that

you will not have to stop or shift while

on the slope.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may

lose traction.

Always keep the machine in gear when

going down slopes. Do not shift to

neutral and coast downhill.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on

a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis-

engage the blades and proceed slowly

straight down the slope.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction, which

could cause the machine to roll over.

• Use extra care while operating ma-

chine with grass catchers or other at-

tachments; they can affect the stability

of the machine. Do no use on steep

slopes.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,

or embankments. The machine could

suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the

edge or if the edge caves in.

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 in the watchful care of a respon-

sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child

enters the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children, even with the

blades shut off. They may fall off and

be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation. Children who

have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area

for another ride and be run over or

backed over by the machine.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may block your view of a child.

IV. TOWING

• Tow only with a machine that has a

hitch designed for towing. Do not at-

tach towed equipment except at the

hitch point.

• Followthe manufacturer's recom-

mendation for weight limits for towed

equipment and towing on slopes.

• Never allow children or others in or on

towed equipment.

• On slopes, the weight of the towed

equipment may cause loss of traction

and loss of control.

• Travel slowly and allow extra distance

to stop.

V. SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

To avoid personal injury or property

damage, use extreme care in handling

gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable

and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes,

and other sources of ignition.

• Use only approved gasoline container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with

the engine running. Allow engine to

cool before refueling.

• Never fuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel con-

tainer where there is an open flame,

spark, or pilot light such as on a water

heater or other appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle

or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic

liner. Always place containers on the

ground away from your vehicle when

filling.

• Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom

the truck or trailerand refuelit on the

ground.If this is not possible,then

refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable

container,ratherthanfrom a gasoline

dispensernozzle.

• Keepthe nozzle incontactwiththe rim

of the fuel tank or containeropeningat

all times until fuelingis complete.Do

not usea nozzlelock-opendevice.

• If fuel is spilled on clothing,change

clothingimmediately.

• Neveroverfillfuel tank.Replacegas

capand tighten securely.

GENERAL SERVICE

• Never operate machine in a closed are.

•Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure

the equipment is in safe working condi-

tion.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage and remove any fuel-soaked

debris. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• If you strike a foreign object, stop and

inspect the machine. Repair, if neces-

sary, before restarting.

• Never make any adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Check grass catcher components and

the discharge guard frequently and

replace with manufacturer's recom-

mended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the

blade or wear gloves, and use extra

caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Ad-

just and service as required.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruc-

tion labels, as necessary.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystand-

ers before operating. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children, even with the

blades shut off. They may fall off and

be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation. Children who

have been given rides in the past may

suddenly appear in the mowing area

for another ride and be run over or

backed over by the machine.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and in the watchful care of a respon-

sible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child

enters the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Choose a low ground speed so that

you will not have to stop or shift while

on the slope.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on

a slope. If the tires lose traction, dis-

engage the blades and proceed slowly

straight down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons

and Type: Unleaded Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)

'API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints

W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC

(GAP: .030")

Ground Speed Forward: 5.5

(MPH): Reverse: 2.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging 9 Amps @ 3600RPM

System:

Battery: Amp/Hr: 28

Min. CCA: 230

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".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main-

taining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under"Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_I, WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

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

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest

Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

REPAIR PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart pur-

chase. Your new Craftsman® product is

designed and manufactured for years of

dependable operation. But like all prod-

ucts, it may require repair from time to

time. That's when having a Repair Protec-

tion Agreement can save you money and

aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement

now and protect yourself from unexpected

hassle and expense.

Here's what's included in the Agreement:

• Expert service by our 12,000 profe-

sional repair specialists.

• Unlimited service and no charge for

parts and labor on all covered repairs.

• Product replacement if your covered

product can't be fixed.

• Discount of 10% from regular price of

service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10%

off regular price of preventive mainte-

nance check.

• Fast help by phone- phone support

from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve-

nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a

simple phone call is all that it takes for you

to schedule service. You can call anytime

day or night, or schedule a service ap-

pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair

specialists, who have access to over 4.5

million quality parts and accessories.

That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your

new purchase for years to come. Purchase

your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information

call 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water

heaters, and other major home items, in

the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory.

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the oper-

ating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and

lay side panels flat.

2. Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grille.

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 af-

ter 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).

, ,-L %_-° _ .

_'- Label

....

ADJUST SEAT

1. Raise seat and loosen adjustment

knob.

2. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

3. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

4. Get off seat without moving its ad-

justed position.

5. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po-

sition.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission disengaged" position (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Removebandingholdingdeflector

shieldup againsttractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual. Be sure

tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure

the area in front of tractor is clear of other

people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "trans-

mission engaged" position. (See "TO

TRANSPORT" in the Operation section

of this manual).

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has started,

move throttle control to idle position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

10. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

11. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-

rect tire pressure is important for best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous-

ing should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we

wish to assure that you receive the best

performance and satisfaction from this

Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

¢" All assembly instructions have been

completed.

¢" No remaining loose parts in carton.

¢" Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

¢" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

¢" All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping purposes, the tires were overin-

flated at the factory).

¢" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

¢" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

¢" Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

¢" Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in "transmission engaged"

position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important

items:

¢" Engine oil is at proper level.

¢" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

¢" Become familiar with all controls, their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

¢" Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

¢" Be sure Operator Presence System and

Reverse Operation System (ROS) are

working properly (See the Operation and

Maintenance sections in this manual).

¢" It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and transmis-

sion purging instructions (See "TO START

ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION"

in the Operation section of this manual).

Thesesymbols mayappearon yourtractoror inliteraturesuppliedwith the product.

Learnand understandtheirmeaning.

RNH

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON

OPERATION

SYSTEM (ROS)

OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

Ikl

LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCh"

ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAI_

LOCKED UNLOCKED

BATTERY REVERSE

BRAK_CLUTCH

PEDAL

FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIF1

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

LIGHTS ON DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

DANGER, KEEP HANDS U

AND FEET AWAY

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

CAUTION indicatesa hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicatesa hazard which,

if not avoided, could result in death, serious injur

and/or property damage.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

TRACTOR

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

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

Throttle/Choke

Control

Ammeter

Ignition Switch

ROS "ON" Position

Attachment

Clutch Switch

Lift Lever

Plunger

Lift Lever

Clutch/Brake ,"

Pedal . . .- ."

Freewheel

Control

Light Switch

Height

Adjustment

Parking Brake Lever

Motion Control

Lever

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or

discharging (-) of battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used

to engage the mower blades or other at-

tachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to

raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for

declutching and braking the tractor and

starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengagages

transmission for pushing or slowly towing

the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and

stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release

attachment lift lever when changing its

position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on

and off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the

speed and direction of tractor.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/

brake pedal into the brake position.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

"ON" POSITION - Allows operation of

mower deck or other powered attachment

while in reverse.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL- Used

for starting and controlling engine speed.

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

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 clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and release

pressure from clutch/brake pedal.

Pedal should remain in brake position.

Make sure parking brake will hold trac-

tor secure. Attachment Clutch Switch

Pull out to "Engage"

Throttle/Choke

Position

Clutch/ "Disengaged"

Brake Position

Pedal

STOPPING

Key

Control Lever

Push in to

Parking Brake "Disengage"

"Engaged" Position

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades, push attachment

clutch switch in to disengaged position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/

brake pedal all the way down.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control

between half and full speed (fast) posi-

tion, before stopping, may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position and

remove key. Always remove key when

leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized

use.

• Never use choke to stop engine. 11

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch

in any position other than "STOP" will

cause the battery to discharge and go

dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine

running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate

this possibility, always stop engine when

stopping tractor on grass areas.

_uLCAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving

the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full

throttle reduces the battery charging

rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and

mower performance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement is

controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

neutral (N) position.

2. Release parking brake.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

The position of the attachment lift lever

determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move

lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is approxi-

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

sured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights

are approximate and may vary depending

upon soil conditions, height of grass and

types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to ap-

proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool

season and to over 3 inches during hot

months. For healthier and better look-

ing lawns, mow often and after moder-

ate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass

over 6 inches in height should be

mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-

tively high; the second to desired height.

TOADJUST 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

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in this section of manual).

2. With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in ap-

propriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8

washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten

securely.

3. Repeat for opposite side, installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

3/8-16

Locknut

3/8 Washer

Gauge Wheel

Shoulder

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator

presence sensing switch. Any attempt

by the operator to leave the seat with the

engine running and the attachment clutch

engaged will shut off the engine. You must

remain fully and centrally positioned in the

seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equip-

ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blades by engaging at-

tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

_kCAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield in place.

Attachment Clutch Switch

Pull Out To "Engage"

Push in to

"Disengage"

Lift Lever High

,_Position

,,::_S'_... Low

Position

Deflector

Shield

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse

Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by

the operator to travel in the reverse direc-

tion with the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine unless ignition key

is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

_ILWARNING: Backing up with the at-

tachment clutch engaged while mowing

is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS

"ON", to allow reverse operation with the

attachment clutch engaged, should only

be done when the operator decides it is

necessary to reposition the machine with

the attachment engaged. Do not mow in

reverse unless absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION

SYSTEM -

1. Move motion control lever to neutral

(N) position.

2. With engine running, turn ignition key

counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi-

tion.

3. Look down and behind before backing.

4. Slowly move motion control lever to

reverse (R) position to start movement.

5. When use of the ROS is no longer

needed, turn the ignition key clockwise

to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

_WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do

not drive across any slope. Use the slope

guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before start-

ing up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle

control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push

clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi-

tion and engage parking brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever

does not return to neutral (N) position

when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.

• To restart movement, slowly release

parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to

slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be

sure to disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in freewheeling position.

Freewheel control is located at the rear

drawbar of tractor.

1. Raise attachment lift to highest posi-

tion with attachment lift control.

2. Pull freewheel control out and down

into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than

two (2) MPH.

• To re-engage transmission, reverse

above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

Transmission Disengaged

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recom-

mended by and comply with specifications

of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use

common sense when towing. Too heavy

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

Tires can lose traction with the ground and

cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with summer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with tractor on level

ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe

clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw

cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re-

move and read oil level. If necessary,

add oil until "FULl" mark on dipstick is

reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See the

oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.

Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will in-

crease carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil

with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti-

ties that can be used within 30 days to

assure fuel freshness.

_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

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

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

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.).

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separa-

tion 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. Be sure freewheel control is in the

transmission engaged position.

2. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

parking brake.

3. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged

position.

5. Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm

and cold starting procedures below.

6. Insert key into ignition and turn key

clockwise to start position and release

key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more

than fifteen seconds per minute. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try

again. If engine still does not start,

move the throttle control back to the

choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and

above)

7. When engine starts, move the throttle

control to the fast position.

• The attachments and ground drive can

now be used. If the engine does not

accept the load, restart the engine and

allow it to warm up for one minute using

the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and

below)

7. When engine starts, allow engine

to run with the throttle control in the

choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control

to fast position. This may require an

engine warm-up period from several

seconds to several minutes, depending

on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather,

the transmission should be warmed up as

follows:

1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

2. Place the motion control lever in

neutral. Release the parking brake

and let the clutch/brake slowly return

to operating position.

3. Allow one minute for transmission to

warm up. This can be done during

the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used dur-

ing the engine warm-up period after the

transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000

feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F)

the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance.

(See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.)

PURGE TRANSMISSION

To ensure proper operation and per-

formance, it is recommended that the

transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will

remove any trapped air inside the trans-

mission which may have developed during

shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: Should your transmission

require removal for service or replace-

ment, it should be purged after reinstall-

ation before operating the tractor.

1. Place tractor safely in an area that is

flat for approximately 80 feet in front of

the tractor and set the parking brake.

2. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

After the engine is running, move

throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N)

position, slowly disengage clutch/brake

pedal.

3. Slowly move motion control lever to

full forward position and hold for five

(5) seconds, or approximately 40 feet.

Slowly move lever to full reverse posi-

tion and hold for five (5) seconds, or

approximately 20 feet. After the tractor

moves approximately 20 feet in reverse

return the motion control lever to the

neutral (N) position. Repeat this proce-

dure three (3) times.

Your transmission is now purged and now

ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be

used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged

onto the area that has already been cut.

Have the cut area to the right of the trac-

tor. This will result in a more even distri-

bution of clippings and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by

turning to the right so that clippings will

discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,

mow in the opposite direction making

left hand turns until finished.

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• If grass is extremely tall, it should be

mowed twice to reduce load and pos-

sible fire hazard from dried clippings.

Make first cut relatively high; the second

to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet.

Wet grass will plug mower and leave

undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle

when mowing to assure better mow-

ing performance and proper discharge

of material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the

mower cutting performance as well as

the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a

ground speed that will suit the terrain

and give best performance of the at-

tachment being used.

F,LL,NOATES

AS YOU COMPLETE /__._" .......

REGULAR SERVICE _"_r/J%'4r_J£-'4r_-_£'_r SERVICE DATES

Check Brake Operation _

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

TROS Systems li_

RCheck for Loose Fasteners If 11##'5 I/

ASharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3

C Lubrication Chart I_

0 Check Battery Level 1_4

RClean Battery and Terminals ll_

Check Transaxle Cooling i,,'

Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level I1_ I_

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1_1,2

E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1_1, 2 _1_

N Clean Air Filter 11_2

G Clean Air Screen 11_'2

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester i/

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) 11_1,2

Clean Engine Cooling Fins _ 2

Replace Spark Plug I_ I_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 11_'2

Replace Fuel Filter _#

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

in high ambient temperatures.

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

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

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

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

Do not overtighten.

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 trac-

tor.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace

the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,

and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter

assure proper air-fuel mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and

ROS systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

d_ Spindle -- Spindle

Zerk ; _r Zerk

_Front Wheel _Front Wheel

Bearing ....... ,L_Bearing Zerk

Zerk

@Engine ,_

(_ General Purpose Grease

01964 _I

@ REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the

pivot points which have special nylon

bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract

dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the

self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-

dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per-

forming any maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted. (See

"TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires

(See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect

control chemicals which can harm 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 AND

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Be sure operator presence and reverse

operation systems are working properly. If

your tractor does not function as de-

scribed, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the

brake pedal is fully depressed, and the

attachment clutch control is in the disen-

gaged position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE

SYSTEM

• When the engine is running, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the

attachment clutch is engaged, any at-

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never op-

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS)

SYSTEM

• When the engine is running with the

ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi-

tion and the attachment clutch engaged,

any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should shut off the engine.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

• When the engine is running with the ig-

nition switch in the ROS "ON" position and

the attachment clutch engaged, any at-

tempt by the operator to shift into reverse

should NOT shut off the engine.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged

blades.

• 1,CAUTION: Use only a replacement

blade approved by the manufacturer of

your tractor. Using a blade not approved

by the manufacturer of your tractor is

hazardous, could damage your tractor and

void your warranty.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-

low access to blades.

2. Remove blade bolt, lock washer and

flat washer securing blade.

3. Install new or resharpened blade

with trailing edge up towards deck as

shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer

and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

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

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Trailing

Edc Up

Flat

Washer

Lock

Mandrel

Asse

Blade Bolt

_ C_enterHole

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-

ening blade, but if you do, be sure the

blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade

balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage

to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file

or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt

to sharpen while on the mower.

•To check blade balance, you will need a

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

balancer. (When using a cone balancer,

follow the instructions supplied with

balancer.)

NOTE: Do not 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.

Center Hole

5/8" Bolt

or Blade

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system

which is sufficient for normal use. How-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

Adding or checking level of electrolyte is

not necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi-

nals 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 AD-

JUSTMENTS section of this manual).

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins

should be kept clean to assure proper

cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis-

sion while engine is running or while the

transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pressure

water or steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades

are intact and clean.

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clip-

pings and other materials. To prevent

damage to seals, do not use com-

pressed air or high pressure sprayer to

clean cooling fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory

and fluid maintenance is not required for

the life of the transaxle. Should the trans-

axle ever leak or require servicing, contact

a Sears or other qualified service center.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear

after 100 hours of operation and replace if

necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Re-

place belts if they begin to slip from wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SG-SL Se-

lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade according

to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100

c -_0 -20 -1; ; 1; _0 10 40

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

oil vJs_ dq_rtl e

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

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

cold weather, they will result in increased

oil consumption when used above 32°R

Check your engine oil level more frequent-

ly to avoid possible engine damage from

running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of op-

eration or at least once a year if the tractor

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before 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 SG-SL

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto

the fitting. Oil Drain Valve

Closed

and

Locked

Position

Yellow Cap Tube

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SG-SL

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine

when changing oil.

2. Remove yellow cap from end of drain

valve and install the drain tube onto the

fitting.

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward

slightly and turning counterclockwise.

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

5. After oil has drained completely, close

and lock the drain valve by pushing

inward and turning clockwise until the

pin is in the locked position as shown.

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the

cap onto the end of the drain valve.

7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.

For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual.

8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading,

tighten dipstick cap securely onto the

tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil

at "FULl" line on dipstick. Tighten cap

onto the tube securely when finished.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season

or every other oil change if the tractor is

used more than 100 hours in one year.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after

every 25 hours of operation or every

season. Service paper cartridge every

100 hours of operation or every season,

whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and

rotate towards engine.

2. Remove cover.

3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge and

pre-cleaner from base.

4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris

from falling into carburetor.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge

firmly in base.

6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower

housing and replace cover.

7. Hook handle on cover and push down

on handle to close.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as

kerosene, are not to be used to clean the

cartridge. They may cause deterioration of

the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not

use pressurized air to clean cartridge.

/Handle

Pre-cleaner _-_

Base_

Cartridge

Tabs

Slots

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and

chaff to prevent engine damage from

overheating. Clean with awire brush or

compressed air to remove dirt and stub-

born dried gum fibers.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Debris may clog the engine's air cool-

ing system. Remove blower housing and

clean area shown to prevent overheating

and engine damage.

Clean out chaff and debris

Air Screen --.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and

spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-

ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning

of each mowing season or after every

100 hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once

each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-

retor, replacement is required.

1. With engine cool, remove filter and

plug fuel line sections.

2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu-

retor.

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

and clamps are properly positioned.

4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso-

line.

Clamp__clamp

Fuel Filter __

CLEANING

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

of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive

type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose or pressure washer to clean your

tractor unless the engine and transmis-

sion are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine or transmission will shorten the

useful life of your tractor. Use compressed

air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves

and trash from tractor and mower.

&WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-

VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

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

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

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

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1. Place attachment clutch switch in "DIS-

ENGAGED" position.

2. Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position.

3. Roll belt off electric clutch pulley.

4. Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis

bracket by removing retainer spring.

5. Disconnect suspension arms from rear

deck brackets by removing retainer

springs.

6. Disconnect front links from deck by

removing retainer springs.

7. Raise lift lever to raise suspension

arms. Slide mower out from under trac-

tor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than

the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-

tor shield to right side of tractor.

3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4. Connect front links to mower deck and

secure with retainer springs.

5. Connect suspension arms to rear

deck brackets and secure with retainer

springs.

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket and secure with retainer spring.

7. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

Suspension

Arms Electric

Pulley

Front Link

Retainer

Spring

Anti-Sway

Bar

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Shield

Retainer Spring

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked

on level ground or driveway. Make sure

tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this

manual). If tires are over or underinflated,

you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,

measure height from bottom edge of

mower to ground. Distance "A" on both

sides of mower should be the same or

within 1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjust-

ment on one side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift

link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut

will change mower height about 1/8".

6.0 Recheck measurements after ad-

justing.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.

Measure distance "D" directly in front of

and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of

mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjust-

ments, check that both front links are

equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust

one link to same length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"

on both front links an equal number of

turns.

• When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2"

lower at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"

against trunnion on both front links.

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

from trunnion on both front links. Tighten

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

ber of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

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

at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against

trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Bottom Edge of Bottom Edge of

Mower to Ground Mower to Ground Mandrel

"D .... D":

Suspension

Arm

Lift Link

ustment

Nut

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN

LENGTH

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FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-

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

ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both

front links equally so mower will stay

level side-to-side.

To obtain the best cutting results, the

mower housing should be adjusted so

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

lower than the rear when the mower is in

its highest position. Front Trunnion

Links

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE

BELT

The mower blade drive belt may be re-

placed without tools. Park the tractor on

level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO

REMOVE MOWER" in this section of

manual).

2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and

idler pulleys.

3. Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys

and idler pulleys

2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides.

3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower"

in this section of this manual).

Mandrel Pulley Idler Pulleys

Mandrel

Pulley

TO ADJUST BRAKE

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way

down and engage parking brake.

2. Measure distance between brake oper-

ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

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

jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance

becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut

against nut "A".

4. Engage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission

engaged" position.

5. Road test tractor for proper stopping

distance as stated above. Readjust

if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than five (5) feet in highest

gear, further maintenance is neces-

sary. Replace brake pads or contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

With parking brake "Engaged"

• _Nut "A"

Ope ra_ Nut

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable

brake system which is mounted on the

right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or

paved surface, depress clutch/brake

pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

2. Disengage transmission by placing

freewheel control in "transmission dis-

engaged" position. Pull freewheel con-

trol out and into the slot and release so

it is held in the disengaged position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when

you try to manually push the tractor for-

ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to

be replaced.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

parking brake. For assistance, there is a

belt installation guide decal on bottom side

of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

and position of all belt guides and keepers.

2. Disconnect clutch wire harness.

3. Remove clutch Iocator.

4. Remove belt from stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Remove belt downward from engine

pulley and around electric clutch.

6. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.

Carefully remove belt upwards from

transmission input pulley.

7. Remove belt from center span keeper

and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

1. Carefully work new belt down onto the

input pulley.

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.

3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll

belt around electric clutch and onto

engine pulley.

4. Install belt through stationary idler and

clutching idler.

5. Reinstall clutch Iocator and tighten nut

securely.

6. Reconnect clutch harness.

7. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves

and inside all belt guides and keepers.

8. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL

MOWER" in this section of manual).

Electric

Clutch _,_ :: Clutch

Z_i* _ Locator

Clutching i_, I •

Idler _,Si_ I _ !_ (_tI IX

Stationary I II

Idler _ / r/] \ _

Center Span ........ /_1

Keeper ,_ -_ Clutch

_ Wire

Transmission __ ...... 2 f", Harness

Input Pulley _

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL

LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset

at the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary.

1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the

right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

2. Start engine and move motion con-

trol lever until tractor does not move

forward or backward.

3. Hold motion control lever in that posi-

tion and turn engine off.

4. While holding motion control lever in

place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5. Move motion control lever to the neu-

tral (N) (lock gate) position.

6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower

deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward

while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to

creep.

3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4. Start engine and test.

5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above

steps until satisfied.

Motion Control Lever Neutral

Lock Gate

Adjustment Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for

service or replacement, it should be purged

after reinstallation and before operating the

tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in

the Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not

horizontal (left to right) when wheels are

positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars

horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has

occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact a Sears or other qualified

service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1. Block up axle securely.

2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and

washers to allow wheel removal (rear

wheels have a square key - Do not

lose).

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert

square key.

4. Replace washers and snap retaining

ring securely in axle groove.

5. Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and

use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining Ring

Axle

Cover _

Square Key i

(Rear Wheel Only) ----------_

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY

_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

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

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

this manual).

If "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 ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1. Connect one end of the RED cable

to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

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

against tractor chassis.

2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of

fully charged battery.

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK

cable (D) to good chassis ground,

away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1. BLACK cable first from chassis and

then from the fully charged battery.

2. RED cable last from both batteries.

02614

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

Battery Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_WARNING: Do not short battery

terminals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals at

the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

1. Lift 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 re-

maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely

8. Close terminal access doors.

9. Close hood.

Keps Nut Hex Bolt

(Red) Cable

Terminal

Guard Negative

(Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1. Raise hood.

2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the

backside of the grill.

3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4. Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or

prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located

behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS-

SEMBLY

1. Raise hood.

2. Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of

tractor.

4. When replacing hood, be sure to

reconnect the headlight wire connector.

Hood

Headlight Wire

Connector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of

the emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers ex-

pense, may be performed by any non-road

engine repair establishment or individual.

Warranty repairs must be performed by an

authorized engine manufacturer's service

outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. Check adjustment as described

below before loosening cable. If adjust-

ment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever from slow to choke posi-

tion. Slowly move lever from choke to

fast position.

2. Check that holes "A" in governor

control lever and hole in governor plate

line-up. If holes "A" are not aligned,

loosen clamp screw and move throttle

cable until holes are aligned. Tighten

clamp screw securely.

Governor Governor

Plate

Holes "A" Clamp Throttle

Screw Cable

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is

low emission. It is equipped with an idle

fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,

which allows some adjustment within the

limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt

to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap

cannot be removed without breaking the

adjusting needle.

The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be nec-

essary. However, minor adjustment may

be required to compensate for differences

in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, proceed

as follows: 26

In general, turning idle mixture valve in

(clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to

the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mix-

ture. Turning the idle mixture valve out

(counterclockwise) increases the supply

of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air

mixture.

IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle

valve and the seat in carburetor may result

if screw is turned in too tight.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

1. Air cleaner assembly must be assem-

bled to the carburetor when making

carburetor adjustments.

2. Be sure the throttle control cable is

adjusted properly (see above).

FINAL SETTING -

1. Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes. Make final adjustments with

engine running and shift/motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

2. Move throttle control lever to slow posi-

tion. With finger, rotate and hold throttle

lever against idle speed screw. Turn

idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

3. While still holding throttle lever against

idle speed screw, turn idle mixture

valve full travel clockwise then coun-

terclockwise until engine runs rough.

Turn valve to a point midway between

those two positions. Release throttle

lever.

ACCELERATION TEST -

4. Move throttle control lever from slow

to fast position. If engine hesitates or

dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun-

terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set

for proper engine speed. Overspeed-

ing the engine above the factory high

speed setting can be dangerous. If you

think the engine-governed high speed

needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other

qualified service center, which has proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

/Throttle

Idle Mixture Valve /

With Limiter

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-

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

tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

AI:_WARNING: Never store the tractor

with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a

period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

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

clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING"

in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery

may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power

leakage during long periods of storage,

battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables discon-

nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for

storage, do not store battery directly on

concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel

hose, or tank during storage.

Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol

or using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-

gine and letting it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-

age container. Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark

plug hole(s)into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to start position for a

few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust

and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable pro-

tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not

turn over

Engine clicks but

will not start

CAUSE CORRECTION

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

11. Extreme Cold Conditions

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

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. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

10. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

11. See "To start engine" in

operation section.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in

Service and Adjustments

section.

8. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

9. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or

starter.

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Raise cutting height/reduce

fast. speed.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2. Adjust throttle control.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Loss of power

(cont.)

Excessive

vibration

Engine dies when

tractor is shifted

into reverse

Engine continues

to run when

operator leaves

seat with

attachment

clutch engaged

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

6. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank

with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carbure-

tor, refill tank with fresh gas-

oline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor"

in Service and Adjustments

section.

15. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

2. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

3. Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

1. Turn ignition key to

ROS "ON" position.

See Operation section.

1. Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected,

contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade

bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower

housing.

4. Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.

5. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of

adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

Reverse operation system

(ROS) is not "ON" while

mower or other attachment

is engaged.

Faulty operator-safety

presence control system.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves, and

trash under mower.

Bent blade mandrel.

Clogged mower deck vent

from build-up of grass, leaves,

and trash around mandrels.

Poor cut - uneven

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Mower blades will

not rotate

Poor grass

discharge

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not

charge

Loss of drive

1. Obstruction in clutch

mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive

belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent

holes from buildup of grass,

leaves, and trash around

mandrels.

1. Light switch is "OFF".

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator

(if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn,

damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission

during shipment or servicing.

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

mowng.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade.

Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower

housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge

down.

10. Replace with blades listed in

this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

1. Turn light switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

Engine "backfires" 1. Engine throttle control not set 1. Move throttle control

when turning between half and full speed between half and full speed

engine "OFF" (fast) position before stopping (fast) position before

engine, stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

BATTERY

SOLENOID

/_I!SPARK PLUGS

IGNITION GAP

UNIT (2PLUGS O

ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

FUELSHUT-OFF _/ METER _-J

SOLENOID (OPTIONAL)

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1

RUN_VERRIDE B+A1

RUN B+A1 L+A2

START B + S + A1

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

9 AMP DO @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

............................................................................................................................................................................RED (IF SOIEQUIPPED) _4 REGULATOR I O_11iLTERNATOR[_J_JL_OL_jI ...........................................

IORANaE/

LIGHT SW

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF

UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED

02834WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

I/I I

,\.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray Battery

10 145211 Bolt Btr Front 114-20 x 7-1/2

11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4

16 176138 Switch Interlock

21 175688 Harness Light

22 4152J Bulb Light

24 8860R Cable Starter

25 146148 Cable Battery

26 175158 Fuse

27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

28 145491 Cable Ground

29 192749 Switch Seat

30 193350 Switch Ignition

33 140403 Key Molded

34 110712X Switch Light /Reset

40 193389 Harness ignition

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

42 131563 Cover Terminal

43 178861 Solenoid

45 122822X Ammeter

50 174652 Switch PTO

52 141940 Protection Wire Loop

55 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5t16-18 x 1/2

79 175242 Socket Asm Bulb Twistlock

80 146685 Harness Clutch EVX

92 193465 Harness Pigtail Reverse Switch

93 192540 Screw Plastite 10-14 x 2.0

94 191834 Module Reverse ROS

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

209_

278

209 /_.

155

.........._278

209 ' 209

//-209

J20 59

209

206

chassis-stealth,stlt 32

209

3";

>209

13_

209

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619 Chassis

2 176554 Drawbar

9 193635X428 Dash

10 72140608 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1

11 167203 Panel Dash LH

13 188702X010 Panel Dash RH

14 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 175260X615 Hood Assembly

20 162026 Plate Battery

26 STD541437 Locknut Hex with Insert 3/8-16 unc

28 174515X615 Grille

29 161840 Lens Bar

30 192395X615 Fender/Footrest

31 139976 Bracket Fender/Support

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

38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear

54 192512 Screw Hex Wshd 10-32 x 5/8

58 175351 Duct Hood

59 187495 Bushing 1.375 OD

60 STD533707 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uric x 3/4

64 174997 Dash Lower

74 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc

142 175702 Plate Reinforcement

143 186689 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 175582 Bracket Footrest

145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

154 161897 Bracket Dash Rh

155 161900 Bracket Dash Lh

158 162037 Parking Brake Bkrt

159 191120X428 Cupholder

161 164655 Bumper Extrusion .600 x 3.50

206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18

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

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

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

GROUND DRIVE

32 30

52 36 35

29 i

252 27"_

:52 25

_76

74 75 drive-hydro,stlt 71

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 65

(See Breakdown) 66

8 192502 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 69

9 180505 Clutch Electric 74

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 75

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 76

15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5116-18 Gr.5 77

17 126197X Washer 1-1/20D x 15132 ID x .250 78

16 STD541431 Nut Lock HexW/Ins. 5116-18 unc 81

19 STD541437 Nut Lock HexW/Wsh 3/8-16 unc 82

21 130564 Knob 83

22 178141 Rod, Brake 85

23 190736 Bracket Anti-Rotation 89

24 73350600 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc 95 178134

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 112 19091210

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 118 x 3/4 CAD. 120 73900600

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 150 175456

29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake 151 19133210

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 156 166002

32 74760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 158 165589

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal 159 183900

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 161 72140406

36 19211616 Washer 162 73680400

37 1572H Pin, Roll 163 74780416

38 179114 Pulley, Composite 165 165623

39 72110622 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4 Gr. 5 166 17490510

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Idler 168 165492

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 169 165580

48 154407 Bellcrank, Clutch 197 169613

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 198 169593

50 72110612 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5 202 72110614

51 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 245 178122

52 STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 246 178121

53 105710X Link, Clutch 247 181462

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 250 17060612

56 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 251 17060516

57 178138 V-Belt 252 19131616

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 254 17000616

61 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875 263 17000612

62 123533X Cover, Pedal

63 174607 Pulley, Engine

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

STD551143 Washer

154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 unc

137057 Spacer

121749X Washer 25132 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

STD581075 E-Ring

123583X Key, Square

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

178139 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered

165711 Spring Torsion

19171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

150360 Nut Lock Center 1/4-28 FNTHD

192387X428 Console, Shift

Disconnect Asm Rod Bypas LTH

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

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16

Spacer Retainer

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Shift

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

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 unc x 1 Gr. 5

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening

Nyliner Snap-in 5/8"1D

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105" Hyd

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

Strap Torque Lh LTH2000

Strap Torque Rh LTH2000

Link Shift Transaxle LTH2000

Screw 3/8-16 x .75

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

Screw 3/8-16 x 1

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

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

STEERING ASSEMBLY

67 67

steering stealth prem !3

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 186094X428 Wheel Steering

2 184706 Axle Asm

3 169840 Spindle Asm LH

4 169839 Spindle Asm RH

5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden

6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

8 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75

10 175121 Link Drag

11 STD551137 Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 3/8

12 73940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf

13 136518 Spacer Bearing Axle Front

15 145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock

17 177883 Shaft Asm Steering

26 126847X Bushing Link Drag

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

29 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

30 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

32 130465 Rod Tie

36 155105 Bushing Strg

37 152927 Screw

38 186095X428 Insert Cap Strg Wh

39 19182411 Washer 9/16 x 1-1/2 x 11Ga.

40 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

41 159945 Adaptor Wheel Strg

42 163888X428 Boot Steering

43 121749X Washer25/32 1 1/4x16Ga.

46 184946X505 Cap Spindle

65 160367 Spacer Brace Axle

67 72110618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 unc x 2-1/4

68 169827 Axle Brace

71 175146 Steering Asm.

82 169835 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .15

88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 unc

91 175553 Clip Steering

95 188967 Washer Harden .793 x 1.637 x .060

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

3/3

11__ 3337

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

72 /

13 4

engine-bs.lcyl 51

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 176636X505 Control Throttle/Choke

2 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

3 Engine Briggs Model

31P777-0348-E1 (See Breakdown)

4 137352 Muffler Asm Twin Lo-Tone

13 165291 Muffler Gasket

14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy

23 169837 Shield Heat

29 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)

31 179022 Tank Fuel

32 179124X428 Cap Asm Fuel

33 123487X Clamp Hose Black

37 8543R Line Fuel

38 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy

41 139277 Stem Tank Fuel

45 17000612 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

62 10010500 WAsher Split

72 71070512 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4

78 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

81 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

112 3645J Bushing

NOTE:

inches

All component dimensions given in U.S.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

LIFT ASSEMBLY

19\

\_. 18 20

+o ,+ \\

Fift-rh.1piece 3

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 197980 Plunger Assembly

2 198070 Shaft Assembly, Lift

3 188822 Pin Groove

4 12000002 E-Ring

5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.

6 120183X Bearing Nylon

7 175830 Grip Handle Fluted

11 139865 Link Lift L.H.

12 139866 Link Lift R.H.

13 4939M Retainer Spring

15 173288 Link Front Susp

16 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1/2-13 unc

17 175689 Trunnion Front Susp

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

19 139868 Arm Asm Suspension Mower

20 194209 Pin Cotter 7/16 BowTie Lock

31 169865 Bearing Pivot Lift

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

SEAT ASSEMBLY

\\"25

\\\ 11

\ \

17 12

\/J

seat It.knob 2

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

188719

140551

STD523710

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17000616

19131614

182493

166369

174648

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pivot Seat

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga

Clip Push-In

Nut Hex w/ins 3/8-16 unc

Spring Seat Cprsn

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

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

Pan Seat

Knob Seat Adj Wingnut

Bracket Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO. NO.

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

18 124238X

21 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

DESCRIPTION

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

Spacer Split

Spring Cprsn

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 Zinc

Cap Spring Seat

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc

Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x 62

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 187407

2 138047

3 186242

4 186243

5 186572

6 146046

7 193654

8 179128

9 193562

10 156439

11 189088

12 172331

13 133644

11 7

16 9 3 13 21 4 11 10

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Decal Reflector LH 14 160396 Decal V-Belt Schematic

Decal Battery Diehard Sears 15 187408 Decal Reflector RH

Decal Hood RH 16 164065 Decal Steering Wheel

Decal Hood LH 18 193307 Decal Fender Opr.

Decal Fender Craftsman 20 149516 Decal Battery

Decal V-Belt Drive Schematic 21 186331 Decal Hood Side Panel

Decal Dash 23 189020 Decal Engine

Decal Deck Caution - - 178392 Decal Chassis Disconnect

Decal Replacement Hood - - 184310X428 Pad Footrest LH

Decal Fender Danger - - 184311X428 Pad Footrest RH

Decal Panel Dash - - 178392 Decal Chassis Disconnect

Decal Mower Heavy-Duty - - 184310X428 Pad Footrest STILT LH

Decal Replacement Parts - - 184311X428 Pad Footrest STILT RH

- - 199305 Manual Owner's English

- - 199306 Manual Owner's Spanish

WHEELS & TIRES

5,8

4,10

wheel 1

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

59192

65139

106222X

59904

106732X624

278H

9040H

8 106108X624

9 138468

10 7152J

11 104757X428

-- 144334

Cap Valve Tire

Stem Valve

Tire F Ts 15 x 6.0 - 6 Service

Tube Front (Service Item Only)

Rim Asm 6" front Service

Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing Flange (Front Wheel

Only)

Rim Asm 8" rear Service

Tire R Ts 20 x 8-8 C Service

Tube Rear (Service item Only)

Cap Axle BIk 1.50 x 1.00

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275642

MOWER DECK

148

34\

119 118_

23 24

_117

_116

42 D elec-t-path silt 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 165892 Mower Housing 40 73900600

2 STD533107 Bolt 44 140088

3 138017 Bracket Asm Sway Bar Front 45 STD624003

4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 46 137729

5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 54 178515

6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 55 155046

8 850857 Bolt Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 56 165723

9 STD551137 Washer Lock 59 141043

10 140296 Washer Hardened 61 174882

(The following blades are available) 68 160396

11 138971 Blade 42" Hi-Lift 92 STD541437

(For bagging or discharge) 111 179292

- - 134149 Blade 42" Mulching STD 112 179293

(For mulching mowers only) 113 17000510

- - 139775 Blade 42" Mulching Premium 116 4898H

(For better wear when mulching) 117 188606

13 137645 Shaft Assembly Mandrel Vented 118 73930600

(Incl. Key Number 6) 119 19121414

14 128774 Housing Mandrel Vented 129 19131312

15 110485X Bearing Ball Mandrel 130 STD523710

16 174493 Stripper Mower Deck 131 STD533710

18 72140505 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 143 157109

19 132827 Bolt Shoulder 144 158634

20 159770 Baffle Vortex 145 165888

21 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 uric 146 171977

23 177563 Bracket Deflector 148 169022

24 105304X Cap Sleeve 149 165898

25 123713X Spring Torsion Deflector 150 19091210

26 110452X Nut Push 159 STD533717

27 130968X428 Shield Deflector 184 19131410

28 19111016 Washer 11/32 x 518 x 16 Ga. - - 130794

29 131491 Rod Hinge

30 173984 Screw Thdrol Rolling Wsh Hd

31 187690 Washer Spacer - - 176207

32 153535 Pulley Mandrel

33 178342 Nut Toplock Flanged

34 STD533717 Bolt

36 131494 Pulley idler Flat

Nut Lock 3/8-16 uric

Guard Mandrel L.H.

Retainer

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

Washer Hardened

Arm Idler

Spacer Retainer

Guard Tuv Idler (94)

Spring Ext Elect Clutch

V-Belt

Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 uric

Bracket Wheel Guage LH

Bracket Wheel Guage RH

Screw 5t16-18

Bolt Shoulder

Wheel Gauge

Nut Crownlock 3/8-1

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Washer 13/32 x 13t16 x 12 Ga.

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

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uric x 1

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carraige Idler

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

Washer 9t32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 uric x 1-3/4

Washer 3/8

Mandrel Assembly (includes

housing, shaft and shaft hardware

only-pulley not included)

Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately

gauge wheels 116 - 119).

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

42A i

157 _[_1113 _3_2 _ _ _ _

200

_ 191

"3 _ _-19o

204

_- 203 i]._ 204A

_208

183-_

(_ 105 i

O- 28 H

' 185 U

25 /

</,/; 22 23

210 _

184

182--_

lOO

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 772151 Cover L.H. 70 786196 Spacer .625.765

3 770135 Case 79 792201 Spring

5 776355 Counter Shaft 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug

6 778263 Spur Gear 11T 87 788088A Oil Seal 3/4"

9 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572) 99 792141 Washer .3771D .058W

13 778368 Bevel Gear (Incl. 14) (13 Teeth) 100 792200 Snubber Washer

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

15 778373 Ring Gear (54 Teeth) 102 792184 Washer .4371D .078W

17 786139 Drive Pin 103 792193 Screw, 1/4-28 x .490

22 792194 Spring 104 792198 Nut, 3/8-24

23 792195 Washer .750 ID 105 780096 Washer .625 ID .057W

25 792073A Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 106 786162 Sleeve Assembly

26 792125 Retaining Ring 107 792046 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"

28 792035 Retaining Ring 109 788104 "0" Ring

29 780065 Washer .627 ID .091W 113 786199 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 157)

31 780189 Washer .563 ID .062W 114 786200 Sleeve Ass'y (Incl. 87)

36 790071 Brake Disk 115 786198 Sleeve Assembly (Incl. 87)

37 790007 Brake Pad Plate 127 784384 Shift Lever Ass'y (Incl. 109)

38 799021 Brake Pad 150 788093A Liquid Gasket RTV Silicon

40 792204 Roll Pin .25 157 788102 Oil Seal 9/16"1D

41 790102 Brake Lever 180 730229 BOil Spec. (80W90)

42 792202 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 182 788103 Grommet

42A 792203 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 183 792118 Relief Valve

43 792171 Screw, 10-24 x .500 184 792196 Hose Barb

44A 790100 Inside Brake (Mach) 185 798050 Tubing 1/2 x 5

44B 790099 Outside Brake (Casting) 190 792150 Washer

45 790101 Actuator Rod 191 792151 Nut 7/16-20

47 774869 Axle 16.812 200 794787 Differential (Gear Reduction

48 774688 Axle 11.625 Drive)

49 778378 Spur Gear 18T 203 798044 Pulley & Hub Ass'y

56 778379 Spur Gear 81T 206 798055 Disconnect Lever

65 780195 Washer.7501D .062W 207 798053 Mounting Plate

67 776440 Brakeshaft 208 798040 Fan

209 798054 Control Lever

210 794788 Hydro Module LH Fender

Control

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1

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1019 LABEL KIT ]1

1330 REPAIR MANUAL I

305A _

718 '

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

8680

437 684_ 11 __._b

1 584__

146 _' I 126

24 8 22

741

12 943 O

1022

20 @ 617 0

1266

8420

524 @

1058 OWNER'S MANUAL ] I 1036 EMISSION LABEL I

I 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE I

J 1270

[757__ 759_

1027

7506

20 89

48 SHORT BLOCK

643

729

697 _ 801

803_ 310 1

802 @

366_>_

1070

lOO6 1o4 !

1051_

363 # _J _ 783 @

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1

238

@g5

1022

1034

6170

914

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

868 _ 1022

276@

1127._

127 O

1091

6o1

947 918

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET ] _60

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

04 _ 634A_ 9870

105 [_ 137_D 276d_ _'_ I

95" 117_ 142 t 6170 1266A <L__

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 108 690464

2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (MagnetoSide) 108A 692344

3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 117 694352

4 697188 Sump-Engine 118 697228

5 698147 Head-Cylinder 121 697241

7 699168 o+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 125 698445

9 697109 • Gasket-Breather 127 695005

11 697113 Tube-Breather 130 691750

12 697110 • Gasket-Crankcase 131 494379

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 133 494381

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 137 281165

16 697127 Crankshaft 141 495097

20 690947 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 141A 495931

22 692125 Screw (Crankcase CoverSump) 142 697140

23 693556 Flywheel 146 691639

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 186 698174

25 699052 Piston Assembly (Standard) 187 697098

699054 Piston Assembly (.020" 187A 698417

Oversize) 188 691693

26 699051 Ring Set (Standard) 192 691986

697559 Ring Set (.020" Oversize) 202 691841

27 698469 Lock-Piston Pin 209 692208

28 697099 Pin-Piston 216 691840

29 697126 Rod-Connecting (Standard) 222 694042

697263 Rod-Connecting (.020" 227 691374

Undersize) 232 691842

32 692852 Screw (Connecting Rod) 238 691843

33 695760 Valve-Exhaust 240 691035

34 695761 Valve-Intake 265 691024

35 691279 Spring-Valve (intake) 267 695134

36 691279 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 276 692255

37 697352 Guard-Flywheel 304 699829

42 691752 Keeper-Valve 305 697102

43 691968 Slinger-Governor/Oil 305A 697103

45 690564 Tappet-Valve 306 697107

46 698492 Camshaft 307 691003

48 697762 Short Block 309 693551

50 690193 Manifold-intake 310 690323

51 692137 oO5+ Gasket-Intake 311 497608

53 690227 Stud (Carburetor) 333 492341

54 691148 Screw (Intake Manifold) 334 691061

73 697133 Screen-Rotating 337 691043

74 697897 Screw (Rotating Screen) 356 697089

78 691003 Screw (Flywheel Guard) 358 697191

89 690283 Plug-Oil 363 19203

93 690602 O Bushing-Throttle Shaft

94 498030 Kit-Idle Mixture

95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) O

98 495800 Kit-Idle Speed

104 690525 O Pin-Float Hinge :l:

105 231855 O Valve-Float Needle

106 691780 O Seat-inlet +

Valve-Choke (Manual Choke)

Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic)

O Jet-Main (Standard)

Jet-Main (High Altitude)

Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

Carburetor

Plug-Welch

Valve-Throttle

Kit-Throttle Shaft

Float-Carbu retor

O5 Gasket-Float Bowl

Kit-Choke Shaft (Manual Choke)

Kit-Choke Shaft (Choke A Matic)

O Nozzle-Carburetor

Key-Timing

Connector-Hose

Line-Fuel

Screw (Control Bracket)

Adjuster-Rocker Arm

Link-Mechanical Governor

Spring-Governor

Link-Choke

Bracket-Control

Lever-Governor Control

Spring-Governor

Cap-Valve

Filter-Fuel

Clamp-Casing

Screw (Casing Clamp)

O5 Washer-Sealing

Housing-Blower

Screw (Blower Housing)

Shield-Cylinder

Screw (Cylinder Shield)

Motor-Starter

Bolt (Starter Motor)

Brush Set

Armature-Magneto

Screw (Magneto Armature)

Plug-Spark

Wire-Stop

Gasket Set-Engine

Flywheel Puller

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

121

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

977

Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275642

BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0348-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 868 690968

385 694476 Screw (Fuel Pump) 914 690960

385A 690297 Screw (Fuel Pump) 918 697091

387 697090 Pump-Fuel 943 690589

404 691691 Washer (Governer Crank) 947 694393

431 697122 Elbow-Intake 965 499613

445 697153 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 967 697015

462 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 968 699848

474 696459 Alternator 975 495933

501 691188 Regulator 977 690192

503 691532 Strap-Starter 987 691326

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 1005 699043

510 693699 Drive-Starter 1017 690770

513 692024 Clutch-Drive 1019 697143

523 697086 Dipstick 1022 272475

524 691032 • Seal-Dipstick Tube 1023 692492

525 697085 Tube-Dipstick 1024 499054

526 697088 Screw (Regulator) 1026 692003

544 692034 Starter-Armature -- 692011

552 697144 Bushing-Governor Crank 1027 696854

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 1029 691751

579 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) 1034 690822

584 697112 Cover-Breather Passage 1035 693784

601 95162 Clamp-Hose 1036 695700

614 691620 Pin-Cotter 1040 699852

616 692012 Crank-Governor 1044 698139

617 692138 O • SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold) 1051 691265

634 690801 O SpringlSeal Assembly (Manual 1058 275038

Choke) 1059 698516

634A 690802 O SpringlSeal Assembly (Choke A 1070 690372

Matic) 1090 691293

635 691909 Boot-Spark Plug 1091 691333

643 698401 Retainer-Air Filter 1095 690190

654 690958 Nut (Carburetor) 1119 691183

684 697157 Screw (Breather Passage 1127 691657

Cover) 1263 697124

691 692407 • Seal-Governor Shaft 1264 697104

697 690372 Screw (Drive Cap) 1266 691917

718 690959 Pin-Locating 1266A 697123

729 691224 Clip-Wire 1267 697424

729A 694123 Clip-Wire 1270 697156

741 697128 Gear-Timing 1329

750 691033 Screw (Oil Pump Cover) 1330

757 697607 Link-Counterweight

758 697134 Counterweight

759 697392 Pin-Counterweight O

783 693713 Gear-Pinion

789 698329 Harness-Wiring

797 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer)

801 691283 Cap-Drive +

802 691286 Cap-End

803 693757 Housing-Starter

830 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm)

842 691031 • SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube)

847 697087 Dipstick/Tube Assembly

851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug

•+ Seal-Valve

Screw (Rocker Cover)

Line-Vacuum

• SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump Cover)

Solenoid-Fuel

Cover-Oil Pump

Filter-Pre Cleaner

Cover-Air Cleaner

Bowl-Float

Gasket Set-Carburetor

O Seal-Throttle Shaft

Fan-Flywheel

Screen-Oil Pump

Kit-Label

•+ Gasket-Rocker Cover

Cover-Rocker Arm

Pump-Oil

Rod-Push (Intake)

Rod-Push (Exhaust)

Filter-Oil

Arm-Rocker

Guide-Push Rod

Shaft-Pump

Label-Emission

Plate-Trim

Screw (Flywheel)

Ring-Retaining

Owner's Manual

Kit-Screw/Washer

Screw (Flywheel Fan)

Retainer-Brush

Cap-Limiter

Gasket Set-Valve

Screw (Alternator)

Screw (Float Bowl)

Reed-Breather

Screw (Breather Reed)

•0 SeaI-O Ring (intake Elbow)

O SeaI-O Ring (intake Elbow)

Latch-Blower Housing

Plug-AVS Counterweight

31Q777-0036 Replacement Engine

272147 Repair Manual

Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No. 358

Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key. No.

121

Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key. No.

977

Included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No. 1095

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.

_b ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

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

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

I,Fold thispage along dotted lineindicatedabove.

2. Hold page before you so that its _eft edge is vertically para[te[ to a tree

trunk or other upright structure,

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

4. Compare the angte of the fold with the stope of the hitl.

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