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Owner's Manual

CRRFTSMIIN°
LAWN TRACTOR
20.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275662

differently
from
built engines.
Before operates
you start the
This product
haspreviously
a low emission
engine which
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,

IMPORTANT:

For answers to your questions

Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before

about this product, Call:

operating this equipment.

Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

1-800-659-5917

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.............................................
10
Maintenance .......................................17

MaintenanceSchedule........................17
Serviceand Adjustments.....................22
Storage................................................
29
Troubleshooting...................................30
Repair Parts.........................................34
Sears Service........................Back Cover

LIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT
For two (2) yearsfrom the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis
maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner'smanual,
Sears will repair or replacefree of charge any parts that are foundto be defectivein
material or workmanshipaccordingto the guidelinesof coveragelistedbelow.Sears
will also providefree labor for these applicablewarrantedparts for the two full years.
During the first 30 days of purchase,there will be no chargesto service the product
at your homefor issuescoveredby this warranty.(See exclusionsbelow). For your
convenience, IN HOMEwarrantyservice will still be availableafterthe first 30 days
of purchase,but a trip charge will apply.This charge will be waived if the Craftsman
productis droppedoff at an authorizedSears location.Forthe nearestauthorizedSears
location, pleasecall 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.This warranty appliesonly while this product
is within the United States.
This Warrantydoes not cover:
• Expendableitems which become worn during normal use, includingbut not limited to
blades,spark plugs, air cleaners,belts, and oil filters.
• StandardMaintenanceServicing, oil changes, or tune-ups
• Tire replacementor repair caused by puncturesfrom outside objects,such as nails,
thorns, stumps,or glass.
• Repairsnecessarybecause of operator abuse,includingbut not limitedto, damage
caused by towing objects beyondthe capabilityof the riding equipment,impacting
objectsthat bend the frame or crankshaft,or over-speedingthe engine.
• Repairsnecessarybecause of operator negligence,including but not limited to, electrical and mechanicaldamagecaused by improperstorage,failure to use the proper
grade and amountof engine oil, failure to keepthe deck clear of flammabledebris,
or failure to maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructionscontainedin the
owner'smanual.
• Engine(fuel system) cleaningor repairscaused by fuel determinedto be contaminatedor oxidized(stale). In general,fuel should be used within 30 days of its purchasedate.
• Normal deteriorationand wear of the exteriorfinishes,or productlabel replacement.
• Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialor rental purposes.
LIMITEDWARRANTYON BATTERY
For ninety (90) daysfrom date of purchase,if any battery includedwith this riding
equipmentprovesdefectivein materialor workmanshipand our testingdeterminesthe
battery will not hold a charge,Searswill replacethe battery at no charge. Duringthe
first 30 days of purchase,there will be no chargesto replace the battery at your HOME.
After the first 30 days,for your convenience,IN-HOMEwarrantyservice will still be available but a trip chargewill apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsmanproductis
droppedoff at an authorizedSears location.Forthe nearestauthorizedSears location,
please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
This battery warrantyappliesonly while this product is within the United States.
This warrantygives you specific legal rights, and you may also haveother rights,which
vary,from stateto state.
Sears, Roebuckand Co.,Dept.817WA,HoffmanEstates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT:This cutting machineis capableof amputatinghands andfeet and throwingobjects. Failureto observe the followingsafetyinstructionscould result in serious
injury or death.
Af_ WARNING:
cidental starting
porting, adjusting
always disconnect
place wire where
_ug.
WARNING:

In order to prevent acwhen setting up, transor making repairs,
spark plug wire and
it cannot contact spark

•

Do not coast down a hill in

•

_utral,
you may lose control of the tractor.
WARNING:
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
_uto
lose control of your tractor.
WARNING:
Engine exhaust, some
of its constituents,
and certain vehicle
components
contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause

•
•

•

cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals
and related accessories
contain lead and

•

lead compounds,
chemicals
State of California to cause

•

known to the
cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive
Wash hands after handling.
I. GENERAL
•

•

•
•

•

harm.

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 bystanders 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 crossing gravel surfaces.
Do not operate machine without the
entire grass catcher, discharge
guard,
or other safety devices in place and
working.
Slow down before turning.
Never leave a running machine
unattended.
Always turn off blades,
set parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.
Disengage
blades when not mowing.
Shut off engine and wait for all parts to
come to a complete stop before cleaning 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 unloading the machine into a trailer or
truck.
Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
Data indicates that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved in a
large percentage
of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should
evaluate their ability to operate the
riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves
and others from serious
injury.
Followthe
manufacturer's
recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights.
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.

I1. SLOPE

OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of
control and tip-over accidents, which can
result in severe injury or death. Operation 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,
disengage 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 machine with grass catchers or other attachments;
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 responsible 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 attach towed equipment except at the
hitch point.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendation 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 container 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 truckor trailer and refuelit on the
ground. If this is not possible,then
refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable
container,ratherthan from a gasoline
dispensernozzle.
Keepthe nozzle in contactwith the rim
of the fuel tank or containeropening at
all times until fueling is complete.Do
not use a nozzle lock-opendevice.
If fuel is spilled on clothing,change
clothingimmediately.
Neveroverfillfuel tank. Replacegas
cap and tightensecurely.

GENERAL
•

•

•
•

SERVICE

Never operate

machine

•

in a closed

area.

•

Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure
the equipment
is in safe working condition.

•

Never tamper

•

Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating.
Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

•
•

•

•
•

with safety devices.

•
•
•

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 responsible adult other than the operator.
Be alert and turn machine off if a child
enters the area.

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 necessary, 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
recommended parts, when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the
blade or wear gloves, and use extra
caution when servicing them.
Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

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,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
If machine stops while going uphill,
disengage
blades, shift into reverse
and back down slowly.
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity
and Type:
Oil Type
(API-SG-SL):

4.0 Gallons
Unleaded Regular
SAE10W-30(above
SAE 5W-30(below

Oil Capacity:

3.0 Pints

Spark Plug:
(GAP: .030")

Champion

Ground
(MPH):

Speed

In the state of California

32°F '
32°F) '

RC12YC
5.5
2.4

Front:
Rear:

Charging
System:

15 Amps

Battery:

Amp/Hr:
Min. CCA:
Case Size:

14 PSI
10 PSI
@ 3600RPM
35
280
U1R

Blade Bolt
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
technicians 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

is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available through your nearest
Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).
REPAIR

PROTECTION

AGREEMENTS
Forward:
Reverse:

Tire Pressure:

Torque:

the above

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions
under"Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_I_WARNING:
This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion
engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered
or
grass-covered
land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable
local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained
in effective working
order by the operator.

Congratulations
on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman®
product is
designed and manufactured
for years of
dependable
operation.
But like all products, it may require repair from time to
time. That's when having a Repair Protection 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 profesional 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 maintenance check.
•

Fast help by phonephone support
from a Sears technician
on products
requiring in-home repair, plus convenient 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 appointment 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®

(1) Oil Drain Tube
For Future Use
Keys

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 operating position (seated behind
the steering wheel).
ADJUST

TO REMOVE TRACTOR
FROM
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
1. Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels flat.
2. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grille.
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.
CHECK

SEAT

1. Raise seat and loosen
knob.
2.

adjustment

Lower seat into operating
sit in seat.

position

and

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 adjusted position.
5. Raise seat and tighten adjustment
knob securely.

BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.
NOTE: If this battery is put into service
after month and year indicated on label
(label located between terminals)
charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY"
in Maintenance
section of this manual for charging instructions).

Adjustment
Knob

Label

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 position.
2. Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.
3. Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged" position (See "TO
TRANSPORT" in the Operation section
of this manual).
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
5. Remove banding holding deflector
shield up against tractor.
TO DRIVE

TRACTOR

REPOSITION

RIGHT

REAR

GAUGE

WHEEL
For shipping purposes,
the right rear
gauge wheel assembly is mounted
upside down on the mower. Remove the
gauge wheel assembly and reinstall from
the bottom as shown. To adjust gauge
wheels, see the Operation section in this
manual.

OFF SKID

(See Operation
section for location
and function
of controls)
_I, WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the
Operation section of this manual. Be sure
tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure
the area in front of tractor is clear of other
people and objects.
1. Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been completed.
2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank
with gasoline.
3. Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" position. (See "TO
TRANSPORT" in the Operation section
of this manual).
4. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set the
parking brake.
5. Place motion control lever in neutral
(N) position.
6. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest 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.
Correct 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 housing should be properly leveled. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER
OF ALL BELTS

POSITION

See the figures that are shown for replacing 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 tractor, 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:
J" All assembly instructions have been
completed.
J" No remaining loose parts in carton.
J" Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
,/" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
,/" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).
J" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear
for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
J" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
J" Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
J" 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:
J" Engine oil is at proper level.
J" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
,/" Become familiar with all controls, their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
J" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
J" 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 transmission purgng instructions (See "TO
START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of
this manual).

These symbols may appear on your tractor
Learn and understand
their meaning.

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

or in literature

supplied

with the product.

I\1
CHOKE

FAST

SLOW
IGNITION

6
ENGINE OFF

45
REVERSE
OPERATION
SYSTEM (ROS)

ENGINE ON

ENGINE START

PARKING

oi
OVER TEMP
LIGHT

SWITCH

BRAKE

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

PARKING BRAKE
UNLOCKED

t
FUEL

OIL PRESSURE

BATTERY

REVERSE

MOWER HEIGHT

MOWER

LIFT

®@@@@

m
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FORWARD

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

BRAK_CLUTCH
PEDAL

KEEP AREA CLEAR
(SEE SAFETY

SLOPE HAZARDS
RULES SECTION)

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.

LIGHTS ON

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided
could result in death or serious injury.

FREE WHEEL
(Automatic Models only)

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided
might result in minor or moderate injury.

DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,
indicates a situation that could result in damage
to the tractor and/or engine.

Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or
death. The safety alert symbol
is used to identify safety information about hazards which can
result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.

,_l_lll/lll_lll,,

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in death, serious
and/or property damage.
FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death, serious injury and/or
property damage.

injury

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.
ROS"ON"
Ignition Switch
Attachment
Clutch Switch
Ammeter

Lift Lever
Plunger

Throttle/Choke
Control

Attachment
Lift Lever

Light Switch
Clutch/Brake
Pedal
Height
Adjustment
Indicator
Freewheel
Control

Motion Control
Lever

Parking Brake Lever
\
02835

.
LSW

Our tractors conform to the safety standards
American
National Standards
Institute.

LIFT

AMMETER
- Indicates charging (+) or
discharging
(-) of battery.
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH
SWITCH - Used

PLUNGER

- Used to release

attachment
lift lever when changing its
position.
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights
on
and off.
PARKING
BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/
brake pedal into the brake position.
THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROLUsed

to engage the mower blades or other attachments
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

for starting and controlling engine speed.
FREEWHEEL
CONTROL
- Disengagages
transmission
for pushing or slowly towing
the tractor with the engine off.
REVERSE
OPERATION
SYSTEM (ROS)
"ON" POSITON - Allows operation of
mower deck or other powered attachment
while in reverse.

declutching
and braking the tractor and
starting the engine.
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER - Selects the
speed and direction of tractor.
IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting
stopping the engine.

LEVER

of the

and

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

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

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 tractor secure.
Attachment Clutch Switch
T .......
_
Pull out to"Engage"
nroiue/L, noKe

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
opping tractor on grass areas.
CAUTION:
Always stop tractor completely, as described
above, before leaving
the operator's
position.
TO USE THROTTLE

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.

Contro__/-"__

TO MOVE

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 approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights
are approximate
and may vary depending
upon soil conditions,
height of grass and
types of grass being mowed.
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately
2-1/2 inches during the cool
season and to over 3 inches during hot
months.
For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance,
grass
over 6 inches in height should be
mowed twice. Make the first cut rela-

• 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.
-

• Move throttle

control

between

half and

full speed (fast) position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control
between half and full speed (fast) position, before stopping, may cause engine
"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.

BACKWARD

neutral (N) position.
Release parking brake.
Slowly move motion control lever to
desired position.
TO ADJUST
MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT

• To stop mower blades, push attachment
clutch switch in to disengaged position.

ENGINE

AND

2.
3.

MOWER BLADES -

DRIVE

FORWARD

The direction and speed of movement
is
controlled by the motion control lever.
1. Start tractor with motion control lever in

Clutch7 D_sengaged
Control Lever
Brake Position
Push in to
Pedal
Parking
"Engaged" Position
"Disengage"
STOPPING

GROUND

CONTROL

tively

high; the second

to desired

height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE

Attachment Clutch Switch
_
Pull Out To "Engage"

WHEELS

Gauge wheels
are properly adjusted
when they are slightly off the ground when
mower is at the desired cutting height in
operating position. Gauge wheels then
keep the deck in proper position to help
prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
NOTE: Be sure tractor is on a flat level
surface.
1.

',
_,,\

section of manual).
Remove retainer spring and clevis pin
which secure each gauge wheel bar.
3. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise
gauge wheels slightly to align holes
in bracket and gauge wheel bar and
insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should
be slightly off the ground.
4. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.
5. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the
same setting.
IMPORTANT:
Be sure to readjust gauge
wheels if you change the cutting height
of the mower deck.
2.

REVERSE

OPERATION

(ROS)

_IWARNING:
Backing up with the attachment
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
SYSTEM 1.
2.

Clevis

TO OPERATE

SYSTEM

eflector

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse
Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by
the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment
clutch engaged
will shut off the engine unless ignition key
is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

/_X -_

. ._

Position
"Low

Shield

Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting height(See
"TO ADJUST
MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in this

Reta ine r_ _"__/'f/
Spring
"_,¢_

ttachemnt
Lift Lever High
Position

REVERSE

Move motion

OPERATION

control

lever to neutral

(N) position.
With engine running, turn ignition key
counterclockwise
to ROS "ON" position.
Look down and behind before back-

ing.
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.

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 equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.
1. Select desired height of cut.
2. Start mower blades by engaging attachment
clutch control.
TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

ROS "ON" Position

disengage
attachment
clutch control.
A(_CAUTION:
Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield in place.

Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)

TO OPERATE

ON HILLS

TOWING
MENTS

,J_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 starting up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.
• If slowing is necessary,
move throttle
control lever to slower position.
• If stopping is absolutely
necessary, push
clutch/brake
pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.
• Move 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.

BEFORE
CHECK

OTHER

ATTACH-

STARTING
ENGINE

THE

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. Pull up and remove oil fill cap/dipstick;
wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into
the tube and push down firmly into
place. Remove and read oil level. If
necessary, add oil until "FULl" mark
on dipstick is reached.
Do not overfill.
• For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See the
oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance
section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.

When pushing or towing your tractor, be
sure to disengage transmission by placing
freewheel control in freewheeling position.
Freewheel control is located at the rear
drawbar of tractor.
1. Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.
2. Pull freewheel control out and down
into the slot and release so it is held in
the disengaged position.
• Do not push or tow tractor at more than
two (2) MPH.
• To re-engage transmission, reverse
above procedure.

Transmission

AND

Tow only the attachments
that are recommended by and comply with specifications
of the manufacturer
of your tractor. Use
common sense when towing. Too heavy
of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.
Tires can lose traction with the ground and
cause you to lose control of your tractor.

TO TRANSPORT

Transmission

CARTS

Engaged

Disengaged

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when
transporting
your tractor on a truck or a
trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured
to tractor. Use an appropriate
means of
tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

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 increase carbon and lead oxide deposits
and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to
assure fuel freshness.
_CAUTION:
Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
IMPORTANT:
When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C),
use fresh, clean
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting.
CAUTION:
Alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)
can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
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

Before driving the unit in cold weather,
the transmission
should be warmed up as
follows:

WARM
above)

WEATHER

STARTING

(50 ° F and

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
below)
7.

ENGINE

STARTING

( 50 ° F and

When engine starts, leave throttle
control in choke position until engine
warms up and begins to run roughly.
Once rough running begins, immediately move the throttle control to the
fast position. Engine warm-up
may
take from several seconds to several
minutes (the colder the temperature,
the longer the warm-up).

AUTOMATIC

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
2.

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.

TRANSMISSION

WARM

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

transmission
engaged position.
Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake
pedal and set
parking brake.
Place motion control lever in neutral

warm up. This can be done during
the engine warm up period.
• The attachments
can also be used dur-

(N) position.
Move attachment
clutch to disengaged
position.
5. Move throttle control to choke position.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm
and cold starting procedures
below.

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

MOWING

_ILCAUTION:
Never engage or disengage
freewheel lever while the engine is running.
To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended
that the
transmission
be purged before operating
tractor for the first time. This procedure will
remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during
shipping of your tractor.
IMPORTANT:
Should your transmission
require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor.
1. Place tractor safely on level surface
with engine off and parking brake set.
2. Disengage
transmission
by placing
freewheel control in "transmission
dis-

• Mower should be properly leveled for
best mowing performance.
See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"
in the
Service and Adjustments
section of this
manual.
• The left hand side of mower should be
used for trimming.
• Drive so that clippings are discharged
onto the area that has already been cut.
Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform
cutting.
• When mowing large areas, start by
turning to the right so that clippings will
discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds,
mow in the opposite direction making
left hand turns until finished.

engaged" position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual).
3. 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.
4. Move motion control lever to full
forward position and hold for five (5)
seconds. Move lever to full reverse

00272

position and hold for five (5) seconds.
Repeat this procedure three (3) times.
NOTE:
During this step there will be no
movement of drive wheels. The air is being
removed from hydraulic drive system.
5. Move motion control lever to neutral

TIPS

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings.
Make first cut relatively high; the second
to the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet.
Wet grass will plug mower and leave
undesirable
clumps. Allow grass to dry
before mowing.
• Always
operate engine at full throttle
when mowing to assure better mowing performance
and proper discharge
of material.
Regulate ground speed by
selecting a low enough gear to give the
mower cutting performance
as well as
the quality of cut desired.
• When operating attachments,
select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain
and give best performance
of the attachment
being used.

(N) position. Shutoff engine and set
parking brake.
Engage transmission
by placing
freewheel control in "transmission

engaged" position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual).
7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.
After the engine is running, move
throttle control to half (1/2) speed.
With motion control lever in neutral (N)
position, slowly disengage
clutch/brake
pedal.
8. Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion
control lever to reverse position. After
the tractor moves approximately
five
(5) feet return the motion control lever
to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this
procedure with the motion control lever
three (3) times.
Your transmission
is now purged and
ready for normal operation.

.A,.TE.A.OESO.EOU'E

F,L'.OATES
REGULAR
SERV,OE

.....

AS YOU COMPLETE

Check Operator
ROS Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace

Lubrication

Check Battery

Level

1_4

Clean Battery

and Terminals

Presence

SERVICE
DATES

and
I_

Mower

I_'s

Blades

1_3

Chart

Check Transaxle

ll_

Cooling

Check V-Belts
Check Engine

I_
Oil Level

Change

Engine

Oil (with oil filter)

Change

Engine

Oil (without

Clean Air

Clean Air Screen
Inspect

Clean

oil filter)

_111€1, 2

1_2
Arrester

Oil Filter (If equipped)

Engine

Cooling

_1.2

Fins

Spark

Replace

Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Plug

Replace

Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating
in high ambient
temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating

_ll_ 2

_'
under

a heavy

in dirty

or dusty

load or

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.

conditions,

RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION

CHART

d_ Spindle -Zerk
; _r

_Front Wheel
Bearing
Zerk

Some adjustments
will need to be made
periodically
to properly maintain your
tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments
described
in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

Spindle
Zerk

_Front Wheel
,L._Bearing Zerk

.......

@Engine ,.

• 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.

EACH

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.

BEFORE

_1_2

Replace

GENERAL

1_1,2

Filter

Muffler/Spark

Replace

01964

(_ General
@ REFER

USE

Purpose Grease
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, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Check engine oil level.
Check brake operation.
Check tire pressure.
Check operator presence and
ROS systems for proper operation.
5. Check for loose fasteners.

TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when
forming any maintenance.
BRAKE OPERATION

CHECK REVERSE
SYSTEM

per-

• 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.

For best results

SYSTEM

BLADE

must be

REMOVAL

Raise mower to highest position to allow 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.

(ROS)

position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE
SYSTEM

If bolt needs replacing,
replace only with
approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

• When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
without first setting the parking brake
should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the
attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
should shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat.
ROS "ON" Position

blades

Be sure operator presence and reverse
operation systems are working properly.
If
your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the
brake pedal is fully depressed,
and the
attachment
clutch control is in the disengaged

mower

kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged
blades.
A 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.

• 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
OPERATION

(ROS)

• When the engine is running with the
ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment
clutch engaged,
any attempt by the operator to shift into
reverse should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running with the
ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position
and the attachment
clutch engaged,
any attempt by the operator to shift into
reverse should NOT shut off the engine.
BLADE CARE

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

REVERSE

OPERATION

Flat
Washer

Trailing
Edge Up

Blade

Lock
Washer
nter Hole

Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)

Mandrel
Assembly

TO SHARPEN

BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend
sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the
blade is balanced.

4.
5.

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.

Rinse the battery with plain water and
dry.
Clean terminals and battery cable ends
with wire brush until bright.
Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING
BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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 transmission 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 clippings and other materials.
To prevent
damage to seals, do not use compressed 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 transaxle ever leak or require servicing,
contact
a Sears or other qualified service center.

Center Hole
5/8" Bolt
or Pin

V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration
and wear
after 100 hours of operation and replace
if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system
which is sufficient for normal use. However, 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

ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification
SG-SL
Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating
temperature.
SAE VISCOSITY

GRADES

AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power.
1. Remove terminal guard.
2. Disconnect
BLACK battery cable first
then RED battery cable and remove
battery from tractor.

-30

-20

TEMPERATURE

-10

RANGE ANTICIPATED

BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor
is not used for 50 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase
oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8)
hours of operation.

TO CHANGE

ENGINE

OIL

AIR FILTER

Determine temperature
range expected
before oil change.
All oil must meet API
service classification
SG-SL.
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

Your engine will not run properly using
a dirty air filter. Service paper cartridge
every two months or every 25 hours of
operation, whichever occurs first.
Service paper cartridge more often under
dusty conditions.
Replace the paper cartridge annually, or
after every 100 hours of operation.

• 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.
Remove yellow cap from end of drain
valve and install the drain tube onto the

TO SERVICE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge. Handle new cartridge carefully;
do not use if the rubber seal is dam-

fitting.
Oil Drain Valve

aged.
NOTE:
Do not wash the paper cartridge
or use pressurized
air, as this will damage
the cartridge.
1. Loosen knobs and remove cover.

Closed
and
Locked
Position

2.
3.
4.

Yellow Cap
5.

Drain Tube
3.
4.
5.

6.
7.

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward
slightly and turning counterclockwise.
To open, pull out on the drain valve.
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.
Remove the drain tube and replace the
cap onto the end of the drain valve.
Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
For approximate
capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this
manual.
Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick
for
checking level. For accurate reading,
insert dipstick into the tube and push
down firmly into place before removing.
Keep oil up to, but not over, the "FULl"
line on dipstick. Push dipstick down
firmly

ENGINE

CARTRIDGE

into the tube when

Remove cartridge.
Gently tap pleated side of cartridge to
dislodge dirt.
Clean all air cleaner components
of
any accumulated
dirt or foreign material. Prevent any dirt from entering the
throat of carburetor.
Install cleaned or new cartridge with
the pleated side "out" and seat the
rubber seal onto the edges of the air
cleaner base.
Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure
by tightening

knobs.

.Knob

Cartridge

finished.

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.

CLEAN

AIR SCREEN

IN-LINE

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and
chaff to prevent engine damage from
overheating.
Clean with a wire brush or
compressed
air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING
AREAS

FUEL

FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once
each season.
If fuel filter becomes
clogged, obstructing
fuel flow to carburetor, replacement
is required.
1. With engine cool, remove filter and
plug fuel line sections.
2. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel
line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks

To insure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean
at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and
external surfaces as necessary. Make sure
the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.
NOTE:
Operating the engine with a
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds
removed will cause engine damage due to
overheating.
MUFFLER

and clamps
Immediately
line.

are properly positioned.
wipe up any spilled gaso-

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 transmission 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.

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped)
as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning
of each mowing season or after every
100 hours of operation,
whichever occurs
first. Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS"
section of this manual.

WARNING:
TO AVOID SERIOUS
VICE
OR ADJUSTMENTS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

INJURY,

TO REMOVE

6.
7.

ANY SER-

IMPORTANT:
If an attachment
other than
the mower deck is to be mounted on the
MOWER

Mower will be easier
right side of tractor.
1. Place attachment

3.
4.

PERFORMING

Depress clutch/brake
pedal fully and set parking brake.
Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
Place attachment
clutch in "DISENGAGED"
position.
Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely
stopped.
Disconnect
spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

BEFORE

to remove

tractor, remove the front links.
TO INSTALL MOWER

from the

1.
clutch switch

Raise attachment
lift lever to its highest
position.
Slide mower under tractor with deflec-

3.
4.

tor shield to right side of tractor.
Lower lift lever to its lowest position.
Connect front links to mower deck and

in "DIS-

ENGAGED"
position.
Move attachment
lift lever forward

lower mower to its lowest position.
Roll belt off electric clutch pulley.
Disconnect
anti-sway bar from chassis
bracket by removing retainer spring.
Disconnect
suspension
arms from rear
deck brackets by removing retainer
springs.
Disconnect
front links from deck by
removing retainer springs.
Raise lift lever to raise suspension
arms. Slide mower out from under tractor.

6.
7.

Suspension
Arms

secure with retainer springs.
Connect suspension
arms to rear
deck brackets and secure with retainer
springs.
Connect anti-sway bar to chassis
bracket and secure with retainer spring.
Install belt into electric clutch pulley
groove.

Electric
Pulley
Front Link

Retainer
Spring
Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)
Anti-Sway
Bar

Retainer Spring

TO LEVEL

MOWER

HOUSING

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
adjustments, 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"

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked
on level ground or driveway.
Make sure
tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT 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.

on both front links an equal number
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 number of turns. The two front links must

• If adjustment
is necessary,
make adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift
link adjustment
nut on that side.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift
link adjustment
nut on that side.
NOTE:
Each full turn of adjustment
nut
will change mower height about 1/8".
6.0 Recheck measurements
after ad-

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.

justing.
Bottom Edge of
Mower to Ground

Bottom Edge of
Mower to Ground

\ V-o

Mand_l

L'"o- 2T

"D ....

A
Suspension
Arm

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN
LENGTH

Lift Link
ustment
Nut
FRONT-TO-BACK

ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT:
Deck must be level side-toside. If the following front-to-back
adjustment is necessary,
be sure to adjust both
front links equally so mower will stay
level side-to-side.
To obtain the best cutting results, the
mower housing should be adjusted so
that the front is approximately
1/8" to 1/2"
lower than the rear when the mower is in
its highest

Nut

Front
Links

position.

Trunnion

TO REPLACE
BELT

MOWER

BLADE

TO ADJUST

DRIVE

Depress clutch/brake
pedal all the way
down and engage parking brake.
2. Measure distance between brake operating 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

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on
level surface.
Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL
1.

2.
3.

BRAKE

Remove mower from tractor (See "TO
REMOVE MOWER" in this section of
manual).
Work belt off both mandrel pulleys
idler pulleys.
Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION

and

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

engaged"
position.
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 necessary. Replace brake pads or contact a
Sears or other qualified service center.
With parking brake "Engaged"

Idler Pulleys
_Njt

"A"

am Nut

perating
Mandrel
Pulley

TO CHECK

AND ADJUST

rm
Do not touch this nut. If further brake
adjustment is necessary contact a Sears or
other qualified service center.
TO REPLACE
MOTION DRIVE BELT

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

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

Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE
MOWER" in this section of manual).
NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt

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-

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 and over
cooling fan blades.
7. Remove belt from center span keeper
and pull belt away from tractor.

engaged" position. Pull freewheel
control 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 forward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake
needs to be adjusted or the pads need to
be replaced.

BELT INSTALLATION

Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off.
4. While holding motion control lever in
place, loosen the adjustment
bolt.
5. Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position.
6. Tighten adjustment
bolt securely.
NOTE:
If additional clearance is needed
to get to adjustment
bolt, move mower
deck height to the lowest position.
After above adjustment
is made, if the
tractor still creeps forward or backward
while motion control lever is in neutral

Carefully work new belt down around
transmission
cooling fan and 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.
Install belt through stationary
idler and
clutching idler.
5. Reinstall clutch Iocator and tighten nut
securely.
6. Reconnect
clutch harness.
4.

position, follow these steps:
1. Loosen the adjustment
bolt.
2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to

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
-_'_-_
Clutching-Idler

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.

Clutch
Locator

--_z_._1'_
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/_.%,I t

Statlonary_

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Motion Control Lever

Idler
-_ /_1_/_\
Center Span ..........
Keeper
j_
,_
Transmission -_

Neutral
Lock Gate

[

Clutch
Wire

_'_
Adjustment

Input Pulley

Bolt

Harness
TRANSMISSION
REPLACEMENT

TRANSAXLE
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER NEUTRAL
ADJUSTMENT

REMOVAL/

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.

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 control lever until tractor does not move
forward or backward.

TO ADJUST
ALIGNMENT

STEERING

WHEEL

TO ATTACH

JUMPER

CABLES

one end of the RED cable

Connect

If steering wheel crossbars
are not
horizontal
(left to right) when wheels are
positioned
straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble
with crossbars
horizontal.
Tighten securely.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

to the POSITIVE
(+) terminal of each
battery(A-B),
taking care not to short
against tractor chassis.
Connect one end of the BLACK cable

The front wheel

to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of
fully charged battery.
Connect the other end of the BLACK

toe-in and camber

are not

cable (D) to good chassis ground,
away from fuel tank and battery.

adjustable
on your tractor. If damage has
occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or
camber, contact
service center.
TO REMOVE

a Sears

WHEEL

or other qualified

TO REMOVE
ORDER -

FOR REPAIRS

1.
2.

Block up axle securely.
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

then from the fully charged battery.
RED cable last from both batteries.

cable first from chassis

and

Fully Charged
Battery

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

Axle

first to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.
1. Lift hood to raised position.
2. Remove terminal guard.
3. Disconnect
BLACK battery cable
then RED battery cable and carefully
remove battery from tractor.
4. Install new battery with terminals in
same position as old battery.
5. Reinstall terminal guard.
6. First connect RED battery cable to
positive (+) battery terminal with hex
bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.
7. Connect BLACK grounding
cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely
8. Close terminal access doors.
9. Close hood.

WITH

BLACK

REPLACING

Retaining Ring

ENGINE

Weak or Dead
Battery

Washers

TO START
BATTERY

REVERSE

02614

tire dry rot and corrosion.

Cove r --......_._
Square Key
(Rear Wheel Only)

CABLES,

A WEAK

A(_,WARNING:
Lead-acid batteries
generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame and smoking materials away from
batteries.
Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.
If your battery is too weak to start the
engine, it should be recharged.
(See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE
section of
this manual).
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT:
Your tractor is equipped
with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle
must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

Nut

Hex Bolt

TO REMOVE

Terminal
Access
--;_

Terminal
Guard

HOOD

AND

GRILL

ASSEMBLY
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.

Positive
(Red) Cable
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
your tractor to run poorly, stop
prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical
diagram in the Repair Parts
TO REPLACE
FUSE

cause
running,

Hood
Headlight Wire
Connector

wiring
section.

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.

ENGINE

1. Be sure you have a clean air filter and
the throttle control cable is adjusted
properly (see above).
2. Start engine and allow to warm for five
minutes. Make adjustments
with engine
running and shift/motion
control lever
in neutral (N) position.
3. Idle speed setting - With throttle control
lever in slow position, engine should
idle at 1750 RPM. If engine idles too
slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting
screw in or out until correct idle is attained.

Maintenance,
repair, or replacement
of
the emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed
by any non-road
engine repair establishment
or individual.
Warranty repairs must be performed
by an
authorized
engine manufacturer's
service
outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE
CONTROL
CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment
should not be necessary. Check adjustment
as described
below before loosening
cable. If adjustment is necessary,
proceed as follows:
1. With engine not running, move throttle
control lever from slow to choke position. Slowly move lever from choke to
fast position.
2. Check to see if hole in throttle lever

and hole in speed control bracket are
aligned.
3. If holes are not aligned, loosen cable
clamp screw and align the holes by
inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit
through both holes.
4. Pull throttle cable up to remove slack
and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove alignment
pencil or drill bit.
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle
control lever in slow position, turn idle
fuel adjustment
needle in (clockwise)
until engine begins to die and then turn
out (counterclockwise)
until engine
runs rough. Turn needle to a point
midway between those two positions.
Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

ACCELERATION
6. Move throttle

TEST control lever from slow

to fast position. If engine hesitates or
dies, turn idle fuel adjusting needle out
(counterclockwise)
1/8 turn. Repeat
test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates
smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set
for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high
speed setting can be dangerous.
If you
think the engine-governed
high speed
needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center, which has proper
equipment
and experience
to make any
necessary
adjustments.

The carburetor
has been preset at the
factory and adjustment
should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment
may
be required to compensate
for differences
in fuel, temperature,
altitude or load. If the
carburetor
does need adjustment,
proceed
as follows:
In general, turning the adjusting needles
in (clockwise)
decreases
the supply of
fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air
mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out
(counterclockwise)
increases the supply
of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air
mixture.

Throttle

Lever

Spe_able

IMPORTANT:
Damage to the needles and
seats in carburetor
may result if turned in
too tight.
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.

IdleSpeediF--._--,j
_
Adj ust in g_'v'>---_-J" ___
_

\ _
\ \

Screw

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Adjusting--f
Needle

/ _
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/
/
/

Immediately
prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
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.

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 engine 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 storage container.
Always follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container.
Run engine
at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

TRACTOR
Remove

mower

from tractor

storage. When mower
period of time, clean it
all dirt, grease, leaves,
clean, dry area.
1. Clean entire tractor
in the Maintenance
2.

3.
4.

for winter

is to be stored for a
thoroughly,
remove
etc. Store in a
(See "CLEANING"
section of this

manual).
Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement
instructions
in
the Service and Adjustments
section of
this manual).
Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and
carburetor
if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL

Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened.
Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance
section of this manual).
CYLINDER(S)
1.
2.

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

3.
4.

Remove spark plug(s).
Pour one ounce of oil through spark
plug hole(s)into
cylinder(s).
Turn ignition key to start position for a
few seconds to distribute oil.
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.

the Maintenance
section of this manual).
• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they
cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain mois-

• If battery is removed from tractor for
storage, do not store battery directly on
concrete or damp surfaces.

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe which allows condensation
to

ENGINE

form and will cause your tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT:
Never cover tractor while

FUEL SYSTEM

engine

IMPORTANT:
It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
hose, or tank during storage.

and exhaust

areas are still warm.

TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM

CAUSE

Will not start

CORRECTION

1. Out of fuel.
2.

Hard to start

Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.
Engine flooded.

4.
5.
6.
7.

Bad spark plug.
Dirty air filter.
Dirty fuel filter.
Water in fuel.

8.
9.

Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor
out of adjustment.

before

1. Dirty air filter.
2. Bad spark plug.
3. Weak or dead battery.
4. Dirty fuel filter.
5. Stale or dirty fuel.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor
out of adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not depressed.
2. Attachment clutch is engaged.
3. Weak or dead battery.
4. Blown fuse.
Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.
Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence
switch(es).

Loss of power

Operation section.
3. Wait several minutes

10. Engine valves out of
adjustment.

5.
6.
7.
8.

but

ENGINE"

4.
5.
6.
7.

8. Engine valves out of
adjustment.

Engine clicks
will not start

Fill fuel tank.
See "TO START

attempting
to start.
Replace spark plug.
Clean/replace
air filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.
8. Check all wiring.
9. See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
10. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

6.
7.

Engine will not
turn over

1.
2.

Clean/replace
air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuel filter.
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

Depress brake pedal.
Disengage attachment clutch.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuse.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace
ignition switch.
Check/replace
solenoid or
starter.
9. Contact a Sears or other
qualified

1.
2.
3.
4.

1. Cutting
fast.

2.
3.

Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
Build-up of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.

Dirty air filter.

service

center.

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace
solenoid or
starter.

Raise cutting height/reduce
speed.
2. Adjust throttle control.
3. Clean underside of mower
4.

center.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

1. Weak or dead battery.
2. Corroded battery terminals.
3. Loose or damaged wiring.
4. Faulty solenoid or starter.
too much grass/too

service

housing.
Clean/replace

air filter.

TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM

Loss of power
(continued)

CAUSE
5.
6.

Low oil level/dirty oil.
Faulty spark plug.

5.
6.

7.
8.

Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.

7.
8.

Water in fuel.

10. Spark
11.
12.
13.
14.

Excessive
vibration

plug wire loose.

10.

Dirty engine air screen/fins.
Dirty/clogged
muffler.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor
out of adjustment.

11.
12.
13.
14.

15.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged

qualified service center.
3. Tighten loose part(s).
Replace damaged
parts.

qualified

part(s).

Reverse operation system
(ROS) is not "ON" while
mower or other attachment
is engaged.

service

center.

Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
Contact a Sears or other

1. Turn ignition key to
ROS "ON" position.
See Operation section.

Faulty operator-safety
presence control system.

operator leaves
seat with
attachment
clutch

Check oil level/change
oil.
Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
Replace fuel filter.
Empty fuel tank and refill tank
with fresh, clean gasoline.
Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.
Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
Clean engine air screen/fins.
Clean/replace
muffler.
Check all wiring.
See "To Adjust Carburetor"
in Service and Adjustments
section.
Contact a Sears or other

15. Engine valves out of
adjustment.

Engine dies when
tractor is shifted
into reverse

Engine continues
to run when

CORRECTION

Check wiring, switches and
connections.
If not corrected,
contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

2.
3.
4.
5.

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower

2.
3.

Replace blade. Tighten
blade bolt.
Level mower deck.
Clean underside of mower

housing.
Contact a Sears or other

qualified service center.
Clean around mandrels to

deck not level.

Buildup of grass, leaves,
trash under mower.
Bent blade mandrel.

and

Clogged mower deck vent
from build-up of grass, leaves,
and trash around mandrels.

open vent holes.

TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART:
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
CAUSE

PROBLEM
Mower blades
not rotate

will

CORRECTION

1. Obstruction
in clutch
mechanism.
2. Worn/damaged
mower drive
belt.
3.
4.

Frozen idler pulley.
Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Remove obstruction.
2.

Replace

3.
4.

Replace idler pulley.
Contact a Sears or other
qualified

Poor grass
discharge

1. Engine speed too slow.
2. Travel speed too fast.
3. Wet grass.
4.

Mower

Low/uneven

Worn,

Buildup of grass, leaves and
trash under mower.
Mower drive belt worn.
Blades improperly
installed.

8.
9.

deck not level.
tire air pressure.

bent or loose blade.

10. Improper

blades

used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent
holes from buildup of grass,
leaves, and trash around
mandrels.

mower drive belt.

service

Place throttle

center.

control

"FAST" position.
2. Shift to slower speed.
3. Allow grass to dry before
mowing.
4. Level mower deck.
5.

Check tires for proper air
pressure.
6. Replace/sharpen
blade.
Tighten blade bolt.
7. Clean underside of mower
housing.
Replace mower drive belt.
Reinstall blades sharp edge
down.
10. Replace with blades listed in
this manual.
11. Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.
8.
9.

Headlight(s)
not
working
(if so equipped)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Light switch is "OFF".
Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.
Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Blown fuse.

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.

Battery will not
charge

1.
2.

Bad battery cell(s).
Poor cable connections.

1.
2.

Replace battery.
Check/clean
all connections.

Replace

regulator.

Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).
Faulty alternator.

Replace

alternator.

Freewheel

Place freewheel

"engaged"
position.
Replace motion drive belt.

Purge transmission.

Loss of drive

2.
3.

Engine "backfires'
when turning
engine "OFF"

control

"disengaged"
position.
Motion drive belt worn,
damaged,
or broken.
Air trapped in transmission
during shipment or servicing.
Engine throttle control not set
between half and full speed
(fast) position before stopping
engine.

Move throttle

control

between half and full speed
(fast) position before
stopping engine.

TRACTOR

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SCHEMATIC

SOLENOID

D
I

SPARK PLUGS

IGNITION
UNIT

............
_
ON

GAP
(2 PLUGS
TW

N CYL.

ENG

O ................................................................................................................................................
NES

BLUE

FUEL SHUT-OFF
SOLENOID

_LACK

METER
HOUR

ISAMp DC @ 3600RpM
(IF SO

EQUIPPED)

RED

REGULATO2

YELLOW

I
I
28 VOLTS AO @ 3600 RPM
(REGULATOR
DISCONNECTED)

[

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.

IGNITION SWITCH
POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"
OFF
_UN/OVERRIDI

M+G+A1
B+A1

RUN

B+A1

START

3 + S + A1

•

L+A2
02843

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
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

HEADLIGHTS

•
NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF
UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED
TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

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ELECTRICAL
22

40
26

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50_

52
29

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ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
8
10
11
12
16

144927
74760412
7603J
145211
150109
145769
176138

Battery
Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4
Tray Battery
Bolt Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2
Holddown Battery Front Mount
Nut Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4
Switch Interlock

21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29

175688
4152J
8860R
146148
175158
73510400
145491
192749

Harness Light
Bulb Light
Cable Starter
Cable Battery
Fuse
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20
Cable Ground
Switch Seat

30
33
34
40
41
42
43
45
50
52
55
79

193350
140403
110712X
193389
17720408
131563
178861
122822X
174651
141940
17490508
175242

Switch Ignition
Key Molded
Switch Light / Reset
Harness Ignition
ScrewThd
Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
Cover Terminal
Solenoid
Ammeter
Switch PTO
Protection Wire Loop
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2
Socket Asm Bulb Twistlock

92
93
94

193465
192540
191834

Harness Pigtail Reverse Switch
Screw Plastite 10-14 x 2.0
Module Reverse ROS

uric

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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NUMBER

917.275662

221

217

9O
278

/
54
209
\

155
_278

_-209
11

209
209

-144

37
>209

74
209

206
chassis-stealth.silt

209

TRACTOR
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917,275662

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
9
10
11
13
14

174619
176554
193635X428
72140608
167203
188702X010
17490608

Chassis
Drawbar
Dash
Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1
Panel Dash LH
Panel Dash RH
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17
20
26
28
29
30

175260X428
162026
STD541437
174515X428
161840
192395X428

Hood Assembly
Plate Battery
Locknut Hex with insert
Grille
Lens Bar
Fender/Footrest

31
37
38
54
58
59
60
64
74
90
142
143
144
145
154
155

139976
17490508
175710
192512
175351
187495
STD533707
174997
STD541437
124346X
175702
186689
175582
156524
161897
161900

Bracket Fender/Support
ScrewThdrol
5/16-18x
1/2TYT
Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear
Screw Hex Wshd 10-32 x 5/8
Duct Hood
Bushing 1.375 OD
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 uric x 3/4
Dash Lower
Nut Crownlock
3/8-16 unc
Nut Self-Thd Wsh-Hd 1/4
Plate Reinforcement
Bracket Swaybar Chassis
Bracket Footrest
Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
Bracket Dash Rh
Bracket Dash Lh

158
159
161
206
209
217
221

162037
191120X428
164655
170165
17000612
179132X428
179761

Parking Brake Bkrt
Cupholder
Bumper Extrusion .600 x 3.50
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18
Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
Console Fuel Window
Lens Asm W/Lens #29

278

191611

Screw

10 x 3/4 Single

3/8-16

unc

Lead-Hex

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917.275662

GROUND DRIVE

202
150
48

151
51
32
36

36 35

32
16

53
30

16
\@

29-_.

55
84

75,

76
26

drive-hydro, stlt 59

TRACTOR
GROUND

KEY
NO.
1

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NUMBER

917.275662

DRIVE

PART
NO.
---

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

Transaxle, HydroGear,
Model
Number 314-0510 (See Break
down)
Rod Shift Fend.
Clutch Electric
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1

61
62
63
65
66
69

17120614
123533X
174607
10040700
154778
142432

71
73
74
75
76
77
78
81
82

169183
169182
137057
121749X
12000001
123583X
121748X
165596
165711

DESCRIPTION
Screw 3/8-16

x .875

Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Washer
Keeper Belt Engine
Screw Hew Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 uric
Strap Torque LH
Strap Torque RH
Spacer, Axle
Washer
25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
E-Ring
Key, Square
Washer
25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

8
9
10

192502
180505
76020416

14
15
16
17

10040400
74490544
73800500
126197X

19
20

73800600
173937

130564

Washer Lock Hvy 1/4
Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5116-18 unc
Washer
1-1/20D
x 15t32 ID x .250
Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 318-16 uric
Bolt Hex
7/16-20 x 4 x Gr. 5-1.5 Thr.
Knob

22
23

169498
190736

Rod, Brake
Bracket Anti-Rotation

83
84

19171216
169594

Shaft Assy. Cross Taper
Spring Torsion
Washer 17/32 x 314 x 16 Ga.
Link Transaxle

24
25
26
27

73350600
106888X
19131316
76020412

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc
Spring, Brake Rod
Washer
Pin Cotter
118 x 3/4 CAD.

89
95
96
112

192387X428
170201
4497H
19091210

Console, Shift
Rod Bypass
Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad
Washer 9t32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

28
29
30
32

175765
124236X
169592
74760512

Rod, Parking Brake
Knob Brake Parking
Bracket, Transaxle
Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18

120
150
151
156

73900600
175456
19133210
166002

34
35
36
37
38
39

175578
120183X
19211616
1572H
179114
72110622

Shaft, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer
Pin, Roll
Pulley, Composite
Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 uric x 2-3/4 Gr. 5

158
159
161
162
163
165

165589
183900
72140406
73680400
74780416
165623

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 unc
Spacer Retainer
Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
Washer 5t16 ID x 1.0 x .125
Bracket Shift Mount
Hub Shift

41
47
48
49
50
51

175556
127783
154407
123205X
72110612
73680600

Keeper, Belt Idler Flat
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove
Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drw Stl
Retainer, Belt
Bolt
Nut Crownlock
318-16 unc

166
168
169
197
198
199

17490510
165492
165580
169613
169593
169612

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5
Nut Crownlock
1/4-20 uric
Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 uric x 1 Gr. 5
Bracket Pivot Lever
Screw 5t16-18 x 5t8
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
Plate Fastener Cross Shf.
Nyliner Snap-in 5/8 ID
Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105"
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 uric

52
53
55
56

73680500
105710X
105709X
17060620

Nut, Crownlock
5/16-18
Link, Clutch
Spring, Return, Clutch
Screw 3t8-16 x 1-1/4

200
202
254
263

72140508
72110614
17000616
17000612

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 uric x 1
Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5
Screw 3/8-16 x 1
Screw 3t8-16 x .75

57
59

140294
169691

V-Belt, Ground Drive
Keeper, Center Span

unc x 3/4

uric

NOTE: All component
1 inch = 25.4 mm

dimensions

given

in U.S. inches

TRACTOR
STEERING ASSEMBLY

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917,275662

..........

J
J
46

13
6 ....

30
is

....

---_

steering

stealth

prem 13

TRACTOR
STEERING ASSEMBLY

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.275662

KEY

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2

186094X428
184706

Wheel Steering
Axle Asm

3
4
5
6

169840
169839
6266H
121748X

Spindle
Spindle
Bearing
Washer

8
10
11
12
13
15
17
26
28
29
30
32
36
37
38
39
40

12000029
175121
STD551137
73940800
136518
145212
177883
126847X
19131416
17000612
76020412
192757
155105
152927
186095X428
19183812
73540600

Ring Klip #t5304-75
Link Drag
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8
Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf
Spacer Bearing Axle Front
Nut Hex Flange Lock
Shaft Asm Steering
Bushing Link Drag
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4
Rod Tie
Bushing Strg
Screw
Insert Cap Strg Wh
Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/80D
12 Ga.
Nut Crownlock
3/8-24

41
42
43
46
65
67
68
71
82
87
88
91
95

186737
163888X428
121749X
184946X505
160367
72110618
169827
175146
169835
173966
175118
175553
188967

Adaptor Wheel Strg
Boot Steering
Washer 25/32 1 1/4 x 16 Ga.
Cap Spindle
Spacer Brace Axle
Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 unc x 2-1/4
Axle Brace
Steering Asm.
Bracket Susp. Chassis Front
Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .15
Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 unc
Clip Steering
Washer Harden .793 x 1.637 x .060

Asm
Asm
Race
25/32

LH
RH
Thrust Harden
x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR

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ENGINE
2

14
38

105

23
37
41
29

\
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Spark Arrester

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3

176636X505
191611

4
8
13
14
23
29
31
32

188655
171877
185909
148456
169837
137180
179022
179124X428

eng_ne-kohler 41

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

Control Throttle/Choke
Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex
Engine Kohler Model
SV600-0001
(See Breakdown)
Muffler
Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 314 w/sems
Muffler Gasket

33
37
38
41
45

123487X
8543R
181654
139277
17000612

Clamp Hose Black
Line Fuel
Plug Drain Oil Easy
Stem Tank Fuel
Screw Hexwsh Thdr 318-16 x 314

81
105

73510400
17120616

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 uric
Screw 3t8-16 x 1 SMGML

Tube Drain Oil Easy
Shield Heat

112
116
117

3645J
184362
188654

Bushing
Nut Hex Flange
Tube Exhaust

DESCRIPTION

Kit Spark Arrestor
Tank Fuel
Cap Asm

(Flat Scrn)

Toplock

M8-1.25

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Fuel

TRACTOR

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NUMBER

917,275662

SEAT ASSEMBLY

5
22

seat

Itknob

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

180598
180166
STD523710
19131610
145006
STD541437
124181X
17000616
19131614
180186
166369
174648

Seat
Bracket Pivot Fender
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
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

13
14
15
16
17
18
21
22
24
25

121248X
72050412
121249X
123740X
123976X
124238X
171852
STD541431
19171912
127018X

Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 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 uric
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

TRACTOR

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DECALS
7
16

20
17

17
6
15

14
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
12
13

187407
138047
194023
194024
194027
146046
193654
179128
194045
156439
172331
133644

WHEELS

2 _

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

Decal
Decal
Decal
Decal

14
15
16
17

160396
187408
164065
195909

Decal V-Belt Schematic
Decal Reflector RH
Decal Steering Wheel
Decal Chassis 20 H.P.

18
20
21
------

193307
149516
194025
166960
184310X428
18431 lX428
199062
199063

Decal Fender Opt.
Decal Battery
Decal Hood Side Panel
Decal By-Pass
Pad Footrest LH
Pad Footrest RH
Manual Owner's English
Manual Owner's Spanish

Reflector LH
Battery Diehard
Hood RH
Hood LH

Sears

Decal Fender Craftsman
Decal V-Belt Drive Schematic
Decal Dash
Decal Deck Caution
Decal Replacement
Hood
Decal Fender Danger
Decal Mower Heavy-Duty
Decal Replacement
Parts

KEY PART
NO. NO.

& TIRES

5,8
4,10
7

wheel

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

59192
65139
106222X
59904
106732X417
278H
9040H

8
9
10
11
--

106108X417
138468
7152J
104757X428
144334

DESCRIPTION
Cap Valve Tire
Stem Valve
Tire FTs 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

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NUMBER

917.275662

LIFT ASSEMBLY

38
40
13

3
4
6

13
19
20

20
13

32
15
31 _
32

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
11
12
13
15
16
17

197980
198070
188822
12000002
19211621
120183X
175830
139865
139866
STD624008
173288
73350800
175689

19
lift-rh.lpc.stlt

KEY

PART

DESCRIPTION

NO.

DESCRIPTION

Plunger Assembly
Shaft Assembly,
Lift
Pin Groove
E-Ring
Washer
21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
Bearing Nylon
Grip Handle Fluted
Link Lift L.H.
Link Lift R.H.
Retainer Spring
Link Front Susp
Nut Hex Jam 1/2-13 unc

18
19
20
31
32
36
37
38
40
41

73800800
139868
194209
169865
73540600
155097
123935X
17060516
19112410
155098

Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 unc
Arm Asm Suspension
Mower
Pin Cotter 7/16 bow Tie Lock
Bearing Pivot Lift
Nut Crownlock
3/8-24
Pointer height Indicator
Plug Hole
Screw 5/16-18 x 1
Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 10 Ga.
Indicator Height

Trunnion

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

Front Susp

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917,275662

MOWER DECK

144 ,H-4s
40J_

148

140-

\
117
1"

113

34
2

23 24

, 138
<,

149

6
19_

21
42

D,elec.t-path.adjwl.stlt

TRACTOR

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917,275662

MOWER DECK

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10

182032
STD533107
138017
165460
STD624008
178024
850857
STD551137
140296

Mower Housing
Bolt
Bracket Asm Sway Bar Front
Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"
Retainer Spring
Bar Sway Deck
Bolt Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
Washer Lock
Washer Hardened

56
59
61
68
92
113
116
117
118

165723
141043
174882
174883
STD541437
17000510
4898H
188606
73930600

138971

(The following blades
Blade42"
Hi-Lift

119
129

19121414
19131312

- -

134149

139775

130
131
134
135

STD523710
STD533710
156941
159765

137645

136
138

155986
159763

14
15
16
18
19
20
21
23

128774
110485X
174493
72140505
132827
159770
STD541431
177563

(For bagging or discharge)
Blade 42" Mulching STD
(For mulching mowers only)
Blade 42" Mulching Premium
(For better wear when mulching)
Shaft Assembly
Mandrel Vented
(Incl. Key Number 6)
Housing Mandrel Vented
Bearing Ball Mandrel
Stripper Mower Deck
Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt Shoulder
Baffle Vortex
Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 uric
Bracket Deflector

139

159767

Bracket
RH

Asm Wheel

Gauge

Front

140

159768

Asm Wheel

Gauge

Front

143
144
145

157109
158634
165888

Bracket
LH
Bracket

24
25
26
27
28

105304X
123713X
110452X
130968X428
19111016

Cap Sleeve
Spring Torsion Deflector
Nut Push
Shield Deflector
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

146
148
149
150
159

171977
169022
165898
19091210
STD533717

29
30
31
32
33
34

131491
173984
187690
153535
178342
STD533717

Rod Hinge
ScrewThdrol
Rolling
Washer Spacer
Pulley Mandrel
Nut Toplock Flanged
Bolt

184
- -

19131410
130794

- -

181542

36
40
44
45
46
54
55

131494
73900600
140088
STD624003
137729
178515
155046

Pulley Idler Flat
Nut Lock 3/8-16 unc
Guard Mandrel LH.
Retainer
ScrewThd.
Roll 1/4-20
Washer Hardened
Arm Idler

are available)

Wsh Hd

x 5/8

DESCRIPTION
Spacer Retainer
Guard Tuv Idler (94)
Spring Ext Elect Clutch
V-Belt
Locknut Hex WlWsh 3/8-16
Screw 5t16-18
Bolt Shoulder

unc

Wheel Gauge
Nut Crownlock
3/8-1
Washer 13t32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1Gr. 5
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1
Pin Head Rivet
Bracket Asm Wheel Gauge Rear
LH
Bar Adjusting Gauge Wheel
Bracket Asm Wheel Gauge Rear
RH

Arm idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Carraige Idler
Spring Return Idler
Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc
Washer
9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16
Washer 3/8

unc x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly
(includes
housing, shaft and shaft hardware
only-pulley
not included)
Replacement
Mower, Complete
(Std. Deck-Order
separately
gauge wheels 5, 116-119, 134,
136).

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.275662
HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275662
HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6

170351
170352
170353
170354
169898
170355

Main Housing, Assembly
Side Housing, Assembly
Center Section, Assembly
Swashplate,
Trunion Machined
Block - Assembly
Sealant 10.50z

59
60
61
62
63

170408
142883
142881
142887
170410

7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14

170356
170357
170358
170359
170360
169870
170361
169869

Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25
Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End
Shaft, Input
Ring - Retaining
Spacer
Ring - Retaining
Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276
Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40mm Od X
12mm

64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71

142892
170411
189386
170413
170414
170415
170416
170417

170362

Hex Flange
24X0.75

5t16-

72
73

170418
142884

17
18
19
23
24
27
28
29
30

170363
170364
150771
170365
170366
170367
170368
170369
170370

Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7
Arm, Control
Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust
Check Plug Assembly,
Washer
Shaft, Motor
Gear - Pinion, 13t
10t/48t Gear
Gear, 10t Jackshaft
60t Bull Gear

74
75

170419
170420

76
77
78
79
80

170421
170422
142969
142980
150778

170371

Sleeve
.625

81
82

170423
170424

170389

142991

SleeveBearing(Outboard)
.75xl .750x.625
Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d
Thk

83
84
85

161162
170425
170426

34
35
36
37
38
39

170390
170391
170392
150792
150793
150809

Lip Seal Axle Seal
Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, R.H.)
Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, L.H.)
Miter Gear (Splined)
Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id)
Shaft

86
87
88
90
93
107

170427
170424
170429
170430
170431
170432

40
41
42
43
44

170393
170394
170395
170396
150797

108

170433

45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52

170397
170398
170999
170400
170401
170202
170403
170404

109
111
112
113
116
119
120
121

170434
170435
170436
170437
170438
170439
170440
170441

122
123
124

170442
170443
170444

53
54
55
56
57
58

170405
170406
142977
142978

Ring, Spiral Retaining
Pin, Jackshaft
Magnet, Ring
Spring, Bypass
Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5
Long
Filter
Base, Filter
Actuator, Bypass
Rod, Bypass Actuator
Arm, Bypass
Retaining Ring .250 External
Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc
Flat Washer, 518 Id X 1.00d X
.05 Thk
Retaining Ring
Bearing, Center Block
Spring - Helical Compression
Washer
20w-50 Oil
Brake Yoke

125
126
127
900

170445
170446
170447
166768

170407

Head Screw

Bearing

.75 X 1.575 X

X .13

NOTE: All component
1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION
Rotor, Brake
Brake Puck
Puck Plate
Brake Actuating
Pin
Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 WlPatch,
SpecialFlange
Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1 W/Patch
Spacer
Spring, Brake Arm Bias
Sq. Hd. Bolt 5/16-24-Ribbed
Arm, Brake
Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24
Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4
Compression
Spring Brake AntiDrag
Washer, Ht .5 I.D. X 10.D. X .032
Flat - Washer 11/32 I.D. X 7/80.D
Oil Seal .625 X 1.0 X .25
Check Plug Assembly,
.027,Washer
Stud, 5/16-24 Friction Pack
Puck, .330 X 1.50 X .0975
Spring, Helical Comp
Spacer
Hex Lock Nut 5116-24Unjf(Nylon
insert)
Wedge, Friction Pack
Clip, Washer .316x 1.50x. 1046
(Plated)
Pin, Standard Headless
Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5132 Tube
Hose, Expansion Tank
Expansion Tank
Cap - Poppet Valve
Bolt, Self Tapping 10-32 X 1/2
Puck, inner Wedge
Spring Clip - Housing Thrust
Deflector
Washer, Motor Shaft
•71idx1.15odx.030thk
Plug, Sae #6
O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D.
Shield, Vent
Bracket, Support Expansion Tank
Silicon Sponge
Fan, 7 In.
Pulley
Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon
insert)
Washer, Bellevilie
Belt Keeper
Center Section-Filter-Bypass
Assembly
Filter Assembly
Fan - Pulley Service Assembly
Seal - O-Ring Kit
Transaxle Complete
dimensions

given

in U.S. inches

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.275662
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001

CYLINDER

HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

CRANKCASE

26
27

6 j

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.275662
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001

HEAD/VALVE/B REATHER

CRANKCASE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

KEY
NO.

1
2
3

20 096 03-S Kit, valve cover (Includes 2)
20 041 04-S Gasket, valve cover
M-64502O-S Screw, hex. flange M6xl .Ox20
(7)
20 326 Ol-S Hose, breather
20 599 01-S Kit, rocker arm pivot (2) (Includes 6)
20 086 O4-S Screw, set (2)
20 186 Ol-S Arm, rocker (2)
20 086 O3-S Screw, set - rocker pivot (2)
20 146 03-S Plate, push rod guide (2)
20 062 Ol-S Kit, retainer (2) (Includes 6)
20 173 01-S Cap, valve spring (2)
20 089 03-S Spring, valve (2)
20 086 02-S Screw, hex. flange
M 10xl .5x37 (6)
12 468 O5-S Washer, flat 1/2"
20 318 01-S Head, cylinder
20 016 Ol-S Valve, exhaust
20 017 01-S Valve, intake
20 041 03-S Kit, cylinder head gasket
repair
20 411 02-S Rod, push (2)

4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

DESCRIPTION

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6

25
20
20
20
20

139
032
194
067
874

7
8
9

20 108
20 018
20 755

10
11
12
13
14
15

20 086
20 423
12 154

16
17
18
19
20

20
20
20
20
20

21
22

20 468
20 090

23
24

20 086
20 010

25
26
27

20 089
20 044
20 468

20 144
20 393
112
086
032
144
144

DESCRIPTION
Crankcase (USE: Short Block
20 522 01 )
57-S Plug, sq. hd. pipe 3!8"
01-S Seal, oil
02-S Ball, check valve
O4-S Rod, connecting
Ol-S Piston wiRing Set (Includes
7,8)
01-S Ring Set (94 mm)
04-S Retainer, piston pin (2)
04-S Kit, balance weight (Includes
10,11 )
16-S Kit, screw/guide pin
02-S Shoe, guide
05-S Clip, hitch pin
.Washer, TBD
02-S Shaft, governor cross
Ol-S Pump assembly, oil (Includes
16-19)
02-S Spacer, oil pump screw (2)
13-S Screw, oil pump (2)
O5-S Seal, oil pump outlet
04-S Shaft center, cam - Intake
05-S Shaft center, cam - Exhaust
(Includes 21 )
Ol-S Washer, thrust
01-S Lever assembly, cam (2)
(Includes 23)
O6-S Screw, shoulder
03-S Gear assembly, cam (Includes
25-27)
O6-S Spring, ACR
16-S Weight, ACR
03-S Washer, thrust - ACR (2)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.275662
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001

IGNJT_ON/ELECTRmCAL

BLOWEF_ HOUSING AND BAFFLES

1
\

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER
917.275662
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001

IGNITION/ELECTRICAL
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

3
4
5
6
7
8

20 162 02-S Screen, grass
12 086 14-S Screw, hex. flange
M10x1.5x46
12 468 03-S Washer, spring 3/16"
20 146 02-S Plate, fan mounting
20 157 01-S Fan
X-42-15-S
Key, woodruff
20 025 05-S Flywheel
M-561025-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x25

9
10
11
12
13

231285-S
M-548025-S
237878-S
236602-S
M-545020-S

DESCRIPTION

(2)

Clip, cable (2)
Screw, hex. hd. M5x0.Sx25 (2)
Kit, stator
Connector, body
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20

(2)

14
41 403 09-S Rectifier-regulator
15
12 132 02-S Plug, spark
16
20 584 01-S Module, ignition
NOT ILLUSTRATED
....
20 176 01-S Harness, wiring
BLOWER
KEY
NO.

HOUSING

PART
NO.

& BAFFLES

DESCRIPTION

20 027 02-S Housing, blower
20 086 06-S Screw, shoulder M5x0.8x36

(4)
X-25-28-S

Washer, plain

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
4
5

20
25
20
20

096
341
083
094

DESCRIPTION

05-S
03-S
02-S
01-S

Cover, air cleaner
Knob, cover (2)
Element, air cleaner
Kit, air cleaner base (Includes
6)
12 041 02-S Gasket, air cleaner base

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275662
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001

15
\

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275662
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001

STARTING
KEY
NO.

ENGINE CONTROLS

SYSTEM

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

20 098 01-S Starter assembly, inertia drive
25 100 31-S Nut, hex. serrated flange (2)

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3

20 536 03-S Control assembly, speed
12 237 01-S Clamp, cable
24 086 43-S Screw, torx hd. ctsk.
M5x0.8xl 6
M-664020-S Screw, lobed sckt. M6x1.0x20

5
6
7

20 079 02-S Linkage, choke - single wire
12 089 11-S Spring, speed control (2)
20 086 10-S Screw, thread forming
M4x0.7x25 (2)
20 090 02-S Lever, governor
52 211 04-S Bolt, round head 1/4-20x1"
X-22-11-S
Washer, lock 1/4"
12 100 07-S Nut, hex. flange 1/4-20"
20 089 07-S Spring, governor
25 158 11-S Bushing, throttle linkage
20 079 01-S Linkage, throttle
25 158 08-S Bushing, linkage retaining

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION
KEY
NO.

4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

20 040 02-S Kit, dipstick assembly (Includes 2)
20 153 01-S O-Ring, dipstick (2)
20 009 03-S Plate assembly, closure
(Includes 4,10,11 )
25 139 60-S Plug, pipe (2)
52 050 02-S Filter, oil
20 041 01-S Gasket, closure plate
20 096 02-S Kit, oil passage cover
(Includes 8)
20 041 02-S Gasket, oil passage
20 144 03-S Shaft, governor gear
20 310 03-S Kit, gear and weight assembly
(Includes 11)
12 380 01-S Pin, governor regulating
M-545013-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x13

8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

DESCRIPTION

(2)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

(6)

M-851030-S Screw, hex. flange
M8x1.25x30 (14)
20 032 01-S Seal, oil
25 155 02-S Connector, 90 °

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275662
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001

CRANKSHAFT

EXHAUST

2--D
/

FUEL SYSTEM_

13_

TRACTOR
- - MODEL NUMBER 917.275662
KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV600, TYPE NUMBER 0001

CRANKSHAFT

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3

20 014 14-S Crankshaft (Includes 2)
X-42-15-S Key 3!16"
20 043 12-S Gear, crankshaft

1
2
3
4

20 041 07-S
20 265 01-S
M-651020-S
20 853 01-S

EXHAUST

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

6
7
8

1
2

25 072 04-S Stud, exhaust (2)
20 041 12-S Gasket, exhaust

---

20 522 01
Short Block
20 755 05-S Gasket Set

9
10
11
12

12 041 01-S
12 041 02-S
20 072 03-S
M-641060-S
20 086 11-S
20 126 02-S
24 393 16-S
M-545010-S

13
14
15
16
17

25
25
41
24
20

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION
Gasket, heat deflector
Deflector, heat
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x20
Carburetor w/gaskets (Includes 5,6)
Gasket, carburetor
Gasket, air cleaner
Stud, carburetor mounting
Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0
Screw, carb S60x1.42x85
Bracket, fuel pump mounting
Pump assembly, fuel
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0

(2)
237
050
353
353
353

14-S
08-S
15-S
12-S
01-S

Clamp, hose (6)
Filter, fuel
Line, fuel 2" (pump to filter)
Line, fuel 11" (pulse to pump)
Line, fuel 15-3!4" (pump to
carb)

NOT ILLUSTRATED
X-22-11-S
Washer, lock 1!4"(ground)
66 431 04-S Sleeve, insulating (for 11" fuel
line)
12 757 02-S Kit, float
12 757 03-S Kit, carburetor repair
12 757 33-S Kit, solenoid repair
12 757 37-S Kit, bowl replacement w!
gaskets
12 454 03-S Tie, wire
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

Ln
LO

15 DEGREES MAX.

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow
ARNING:
To avoid
serious
injury,
operate
tractor
and
slopes
greater
than 15
degrees.
Make
turns your
gradually
to up
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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Anytime, day or night (U.S.A. only)
www_sears,com

To purchase a protection
or maintenance agreement (Canada)
1-800-827-6655

(U.S.A.)

1-800-361-6665

Para pedk servido de reparaci6n
a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas:

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agreement (U.S.A.)
on a product serviced by Sears:
(Canada)

Au Canada pour service en fran£;ais:
1-800-LEoFOYER

(1-800-533-6937)
www.sears.ca

02410

Trademark

® Marca Registrada
Mc Marque

199062

de commerce

04.25.05

/ TM Trademark

/ TM Marca

/ sM Service

de Fabrica

/ Mo Marque

/ SMMarca

depos6e

Mark d Sears,
de Servicio

de Sears,

Roebuck

and Co.

de Sears, Roebuck

and Co.

Printed

in U.S.A.

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CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor Manual L0505017 CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor installation guides

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