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SEARS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

944.601881

Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

CRAFTSMAN°

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

• Assembly

•Operation

•Customer Responsibilities

•Service and Adjustments

•Repair Parts

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

I. GENERALOPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

manual and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be surethe area is clearof other people before mowing.

Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not

point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Alwaysturn

off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclog-

ging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road-

ways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine

into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,

are involved in a large percentage of 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.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build-

up which can touch hot exhaust /engine parts and burn.

Do not allowthe mower deckto plow leaves orother 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 tipover

accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes

requireextracaution. Ifyou cannot back upthe slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles,

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not

have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach-

ments. These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope. 2

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn

slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

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

The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

•Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot

on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

II1.CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for

small children.

• Nevercarrychildren. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. AIIowenginetocool before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never storet he machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts,

tight and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris

build-up. Clean oil orfuel spillage. Allow machine to cool

before storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine

running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-

age, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts

or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check compo-

nents and replace with manufacturer's recommended

parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrapthe blade(s)

or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing

them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service

as required.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers &

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out ofthe mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could over-

turn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift

into reverse and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible.

Look for this symbol to point out important

safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!!

BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS IN-

VOLVED.

I_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the trac-

tor.

CAUTION: Tow onlythe 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 heavyof a load, while

on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose

traction with the ground and cause you to

lose control of your tractor.

CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting, ad-

justing or making repairs, always discon-

nect spark plu g wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4

WARRANTY .................................................................. 4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 4, 15-18

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 6-8

OPERATION ............................................................. 9-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................. 19.23

STORAGE ................................................................... 24

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................. 25-26

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR .................................. 28-45

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ...................................... 46-50

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................. BACK COVER

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

SYNTHETIC (below 0°F)

Your tractor was shipped from the factory with non-synthetic SAE

10W-30 motor oil.

OIL CAPACITY: 4 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: .040")

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 5.5

REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASESlZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT. LBS.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Maintenance Agreement is available on this product.

Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

• Followa regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor.

• Followthe instructions under"Customer Responsibili-

ties" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved fo rest -cove red, brush-cove red orgrass-cov-

ered 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.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your

nearest Authorized Service Centre/Department (See RE-

PAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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 your nearest authorized service centre/

department. 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".

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR (RIDING EQUIPMENT)

For two (2) years from date of purchase Sears Canada, Inc. will repair or replace at Sears option free of charge parts which

are defective as a result of material or workmanship.

FULL ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For one (1) year from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.

COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE

Warranty on Riding Equipment used for commercial or rental purposes is limited to ninety (90) days.

This Warranty does NOT cover:

1. Pre-delivery set-up.

2. Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects (such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass).

3. Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plug, air cleaners and belts.

4. Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including damaged jackshaft or mandrel and the

failure to operate and maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the Owner's Manual.

5. In Home service.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Riding Equipment to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in

Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada.

This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit legal rights you may have but shall run

concurrently with applicable provincial legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitation on how long an

implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you.

SEARS CANADA, INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

(1) Large Flat

Washer

Boot

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel

, , Adapter

I I

Steering

Extension

Shaft Steering

Wheel

Insert

(1) Lockwasher 3/8 @

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

(2) Hex Bolts

Keys

Seat

(1) Washer @

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

(1) Knob

Battery

1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keps Nuts 1/4-20

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To

ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 9/16" wrench Pliers

(2) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge

(2) 1/2" wrenches Utility knife

When right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, it means

when you are in the operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align

mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install

5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO

18-22 FT. LBS TORQUE.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

• Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and

slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left

to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex

bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

/--_. __INSERT

<.__ 318 HEX BOLT

_ _--3/8LOCKWASHER

STEERING

BOOT

ADAPTER EXTENSION SHAFT

5/16 HEX BOLT

5/16 LOCKNUT

FIG. 1

SLOTS

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

i_ nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

ASSEMBLY

•Lift hood to raised position.

• Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec-

tive caps and discard.

• 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.

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cableto negative (-) battery

terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doors for:

• Inspection for secure

hardware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery.

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodiccharging.

connections (to tighten

DISCARD

TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE KEPS

CAPS _,_ .

,/ - i

TERMINAL

ACCESS

DOOR '.

HEX BOLT

POSITIVE

(RED)CABLE

NEGATIVE

(BLACK)CABLE

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat

to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat

to tractor.

• Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard

packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

• Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is

positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

• Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and

pull seat towards rear of tractor.

• Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment

knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

FLAT WASHER

SHOULDER

BOLT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 3

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.

Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation

section, page 10, for location and function of

controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to

disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" inthe

Operation section of this manual).

Roll tractor forward off skid.

Remove banding holding deflector shield up against

tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-

tion section, page 10, for location and func-

tion of controls)

_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.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps have been

completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.

• Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" po-

sition.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set the parking brake.

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

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

• Start the engine. After engine has started, movethrottle

control to idle position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly

drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place

motion control lever in neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(Ifpreviously removed) (See Fig.4)

• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide into place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow

it to rest on plate while in operation.

DEFLECTOR MULCHER

SHIELD PLATE

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. 4

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your

mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher

blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

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" inthe Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

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 howto operate your tractor, checkto seethat

the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"

in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

,/CHECKL IS T

BEFORE YOU OPERA TEAND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-

TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BES TPERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM THIS

QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1

hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

,/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

,/ Itis importantto purgethetransmission beforeoperating

your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See "TO START

ENGINE"and"PURGE TRANSMISSION" inthe Opera-

tion section of this manual).

OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP _"

LIGHT !

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

LOCKED

N H

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

OPERATION

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.

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION LIGHT

SWITCH SWITCH

POSITION

AMMETER

CHOKE

CONTROL

THROTTLE

CLUTCH/ _:

BRAKE

PEDAL

-..-.-:--::-'.

i....

SPEED

3MPH

y2 MPH

1MPH

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

oMOWER DECK

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

POSITIONS

PARKING

BRAKE

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

FIG. 5

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, orother attachments mounted toyour tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used to control engine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL: Used when starting a cold engine.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal intothe brake

position.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

AMMETER: Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and

direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

OPERATION

The operation of anytractor 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 a wide vision

safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

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.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedalshould

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

CHOKE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

LEVER"ENGAGED"

POSITION

IGNITION

KEY

THROTTLE

CONTROL

"BRAKE"

POSITION

_IOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

"DRIVE" POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

FIG. 6

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to

"DIS ENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE-

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into

full "BRAKE" position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and

allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE

BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

NOTE: Undercertain conditions when tractor isstanding idle

with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grasscatcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

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 perfor-

mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine.

Do not use to start a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 6)

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

relatively high; the second to desired height.

OPERATION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7)

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly

off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in

operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in

proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain

conditions.

NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level

surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD-

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iockn ut and tighten

securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same

adjustment hole.

GAUGE

MOUNTING

BRACKET

3/8-16 LOCKNUT

3/8 WASHER SHOULDER

GAUGE _BOLT

FIG. 7

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8)

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.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, orthe deflector

shield in place.

"ENGAGED" POSITION

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSITION

//'

,",_ LOW

// POSITION

,, DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

i_ CAUTION: Donotdriveupordownhills

with slopes greater than 15° and do not

drive across any slope.

• 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.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 5 and 9)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Freewheel control is located atthe reardrawbar of

tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control.

• 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 reengagetransmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck or atrailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

FIG. 9

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

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.

FIG. 8 12

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the

dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

"FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, seethe Customer Responsibilities

section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicatesthat 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 Instructionsforadditional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)

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.

• Be sure freewheel control is inthe transmission engaged

position.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set parking brake.

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

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

• Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For

a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not

be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to

"START" position and release key as soon as engine

starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than

fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start

after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few

minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull

the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts

to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few

seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the

choke control in small steps allowing the engine to

accept small changes inspeed and load, until the choke

control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull

the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then

continue to push the control in slowly. This may require

an engine warm-up period from several seconds to

several minutes, depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before drivingthe unit incold weather, thetransmission

should be warmed up as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release

the parking brake and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position.

• Allowone minute fortransmission to warm up. This

can be done during the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-

up period after the transmission has been warmed up

and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage

freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended 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 devel-

oped 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.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and

parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in

freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this

section of manual).

OPERATION

• 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.

• Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of

drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive

system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section

of manual).

• 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.

• 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 tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

operation.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that

has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

machine. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start byturning tothe 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

(See Fig. 10).

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug

mowerand leave undesirableclumps. AIIowgrasstodry

before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing

to assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting

a low enough gear to give the mower cutting perfor-

mance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit theterrain and give best performance of the

attachment being used.

(jJ

FIG. 10

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER

HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH.

CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

• The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings

many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be

noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade

quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch

with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon.

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

will not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height sothat

the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass

blades (See Fig. 11). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require

that an area be mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow

across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

MAX 1/3

FIG. 11

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _____°_ "_

F,LL,NDATES

S OOCO 'ETE

Check Brake Operation if if

Check Tire Pressure t_ I_

Check Operator Presence and

TInterlock Systems !_

R Check for Loose Fasteners I_ !_7 I_

ASharpen/Replace Mower Blades Ill4

C Lubrication Chart _ I_

0Check Battery Level t_6

RClean Battery and Terminals ti_ I_

Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Ill5

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 1_5

Check Engine Oil Level _ If

Change Engine Oil _1,23

E Clean Air Filter tI_'2

NClean Air Screen 1_2

GInspect Muffler/Spark Arrester !_

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _1,2

EClean Engine Cooling Fins _1_ 2

Replace Spark Plug _ 1_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _lf 2

Replace Fuel Filter I_

5 - If equipped with adjustable system.

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

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

Do not overtighten.

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

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

3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours.

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

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor

as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or

replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel

mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Checkbrake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

(1)SPINDLE

ZERK ::;r-'_ ZERK

0)FRONT "0)FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK _BEARING ZERK

0)GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

@)REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in alltires (See"PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are work-

ing properly. Ifyour tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake

pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control

is in the disengaged position.

• Whenthe engine is running, anyattempt bytheoperator

to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is

engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never operate unless the

operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace

bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)

•Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing

blade.

• 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.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

TRAILING

EDGE UP

BLADE

CENTER

HOLE

LOCK WASHER STAR MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

FLAT WASHER

HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 12

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13)

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding

wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer).

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If

blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

CENTER HOLE

518" BOLT BLADE

FIG. 13

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient 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.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the

battery to "leak" power.

• Removeterminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK batterycablefirst then RED battery

cable and remove battery from tractor.

• 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 "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of

operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

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 whilethe 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 mainte-

nance is not required for the life of thetransaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest

authorized service center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature. When

operating in temperatures below 0° F (-18° C) synthetic oil

must be used.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

Ill

F-20 0 20 32 40 60 80 100

i , i i

c-3'0 -_0 -1'0 0 1_ 2'0 3'0 _;0

STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG. 14

* CAUTION: Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive

engines. The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils (5W30,

10W30 etc.) intemperatures above 40° F (4 ° C) will result in

higher than normal oil consumption. When using a multi-

viscosity oil, check oil level more frequently.

** CAUTION: SAE 30 oil, if used below 40° F (4° C), will result

in hard starting and possible engine bore damage due to

inadequate lubrication.

O NOTE: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API

certification mark and API service symbol (shown

at left) with "SJ/CF ENERGY CONSERVING" or

Q higher, is an acceptable oil at all temperatures.

Use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil

change intervals.

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.

Checkthe crankcase oil level before starting the engine and

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

dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 14 and 15)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil.

• Removeyellowcap from bottom fitting of drain valve and

install the drain tube onto the fitting.

OIL DRAIN VALVE

CLOSED

AND

POSITION

CAP

TUBE

FIG. 15

• Unlockdrain valve by pushing inward and turning coun-

terclockwise.

• To open, pull out on the drain valve.

• After oil has drained completely, close and Iockthe 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 to the

bottom fitting 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. Be

sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or

compressed airto remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 1O0 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed

will cause engine damage due to overheating.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly using adirtyair filter. Clean

the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or

every season. Service paper cartridge every 1O0hours of

operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth

and squeeze to remove excess oil.

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. Ifvery

dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

• Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure with

knobs.

KNOBS

COVER CARTRIDGE

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark attester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil

change ifthetractor is used more than 1O0hours inoneyear.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. Iffuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec-

tions.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP

FUE_ CLAMP

FILTER

FIG. 17

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 to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

FIG. 16

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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 "OFF" 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

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18)

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its

lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch spring off

pulley bolt.

• Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push

housing guide out of bracket.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by re-

moving 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.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH

SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME.

SMALL RETAINER

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 18)

•Raise attachment liftlever to its highest position.

• Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right

side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make suretiresare properly inflated (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). Iftiresare

over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your

mower.

"SQUARE HOLE

SUSPENSION ARMS PULLEY

CLUTCH SPRING

FRONT LINK

RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

RETAINER SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER

SPRING

BRACKET

Fig. 18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height

from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"

of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make 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: Three full turns of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGEI

OFMOWER [- q OFMOWERI

TO GROUN_ ( (/_ _I IT_'GROUND I

FIG. 19

SUSPENSION ARM

LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT

FIG. 2O

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should

be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance

"D" directly in front 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" on both front links

an equal number of turns.

• When distance"D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear,

tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on

both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

• 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.

__.ANDREL

FIG. 21

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT

TRUNNION

NUT "E"

FRONT LINKS

FIG. 22

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 23)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt

guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

IDLER

PULLEYS

MANDREL

PULLEYS

20 FIG. 23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.

Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut

"A" on brake rod.

• Ifdistance 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".

• Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT

JAM NUT

ARM

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUST-

MENT IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST

AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

FIG. 24

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 25)

Parkthe tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For

assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual.)

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward

from around engine pulley.

• Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

ENGINE_ II

PULLEY

CLUTCHING--,-,_L, I

IDLER _I _

S2d2'O NARY

TRANSMISSIO_" _ _,_

FIG. 25

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT(See Fig. 26)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel,

and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor

does not move forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine

off.

• While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the

adjustment bolt.

• Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate)

position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: Ifadditional clearance is needed to get to adjustment

bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps

forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the

direction it is trying to creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engine and test.

• If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied.

MOTION CONTROL NEUTRAL

LEVER GATE

FIG. 26

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMIS-

SION" in the Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions inthe Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on you r

tractor. Ifdamage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 27)

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washersto allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key- Do not

lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and

axle. Insert square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely inaxle

groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

WASHERS

RETAINING

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY (REAR

WHEELONLY)

FIG. 27

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 28)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate

_) explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end ofthe RED cabletothe POSITIVE (+)

terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against

chassis.

Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE

(-) terminal of fully charged battery.

Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

RED cable last from both batteries.

"POSITIVE" .......11 GATIVE" (-)

L,H, PANEL_ _ /

FIG. 28

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

•Pull bulb holder out ofthe hole inthe backsideofthe grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Checkwiring. See electrical wiring diagram inthe Repair

Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse

holder is located behind the dash.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 29)

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand infront of tractor. G rasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 29

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control

devices and systems, which are being done at the custom-

ers 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

(See Fig. 30)

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:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever to

fast position.

• Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen

cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is

against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 31)

The choke 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:

• With engine not running, move choke control (located on

dash panel) to full choke position.

• Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air

cleaner.

• Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp

screw and move choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

• Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not

operate properly dueto suspected carburetor problems, take

your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or

adjustment.

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. IFYOU THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

STOP

SWIVEL CLAMP

SCREW

FIG. 30

CLA

FIG. 31

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage atthe end of the

season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mowerfrom tractor forwinter storage. When mower

is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry

area.

•Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions inthe Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

• 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.

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 discon-

nected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN

BATTERY AND TERMINALS" inthe Customer Respon-

sibilities section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM

PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL

HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe

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 stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil.

(See "ENGINE" inthe Customer Responsibilities section of

this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

•Remove spark plug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s).

•Turn ignition keyto "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.

• Ifpossible, storeyour tractor indoors and cover it to give

protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILEENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. See "To Adjust Carbureto¢' in Service Adjustments

section.

10. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See "To Adjust Carbureto¢' in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Lowoil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See "To Adjust Carbureto¢' in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves

seat with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

CORRECTION

1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Switch is "OFF".

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

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel control in "disengaged" position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment

or servicing.

1, Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Turn switch "ON".

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

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check!clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

1. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

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REDOII1 BLACK

BATTERY

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FUSE ;_;_ ', STARTE_ R

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SEAT SWITCH

IGNITION _ .... ,.... / (NOT OCCUPIED)

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I _ I CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM

_ I, _ I _ iI I 3 AMP DO @ 3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

I __IIL _ I_,L _¢//..........

'] FUEL SHU-T-O-FF SOL-END D RED _ _ _ _ A •

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J LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT nlnn# I' ALTERNATOR L I

ORANGE 5 AMP AC @ 3600 RPM _ _1_ I ............. I '.

-- ,4VOLTSADMIN_ _L,GHTSG_F_

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

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NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

BROWN

HEADLIGHTS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START 3 + S + A1 NONE

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.

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

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REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 163465

2 74760412

8 7603J

10 145211

11 150109

12 145769

16 153664

21 175688

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146148

26 175158

27 73510400

28 145491

29 121305X

30 175566

33 140403

40 170217

41 71110408

42 131563

43 175141

45 121433X

52 141940

55 17490508

NOTE:

Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp

Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4

Tray Battery

Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc

Holddown Battery Mount

Nut Push Nylon 1/4" Battery Frt

Switch Interlock Push-In

Harness Asm Light W/4152J

Bulb Light #1156

Cable Battery 6 Ga 11"red

Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 ire,red

Fuse

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Cable Ground 6 Ga 21" black

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Switch Ign 3

Key Ign

Harness Ign

Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20unc X 1/2

CoverTerminal Red

Solenoid

Ammeter

Protection Wire Loop (Hourmeter)

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

All component dimensions give in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

_-....-- 159 10"'_

58 166

208

207

2O7

207

3_ 38_14

208

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174619

2 176554

3 17060612

5 155272

9 168337X011

10 STD533710

11 155927

13 172107X010

14 17490608

17 174330X558

18 126938X

20 156437

23 124028X

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 174331X558

29 174332X559

30 164919X558

31 139976

37 17490508

38 175710

39 174714

58 174930

60 STD533707

64 154798

74 STD541437

142 165867

143 154966

144 154207

145 156524

159 155123X428

166 164863

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17670608

212 175143

- - 5479J

NOTE:

Chassis Stl Stamping

Drawbar, Stretch

Screw 3/8-16x3/4

Bumper Hood/Dash

Dash P/L

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel Dash Lh

Panel Dash Rh

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Hood

Bumper Hood

Plate Mtg. Battery Fuel Tank

Bushing

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

Grille/Lens Asm

Lens

Fender Footrest STLT Pnt

Bracket Support Fender

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 X1/2

Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

Bracket Pivot Laser LT

Air Duct P/L

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16unc x 3/4

Dash Lower STLT

Nut Crownlock3/8-16 Unc

Plate Reinforcement STLT

Bracket Swaybar Chassis

Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Cupholder

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

Insert Lens Reflective

Plug Button

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 65 STD551143

Hydro Gear Model 314-0510 66 154778

8 165866 Rod Shift 70 134683

10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8x 1 CAD 71 169183

14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 73 169182

15 74490544 Bolt, Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 74 137057

16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 Unc P 75 121749X

19 STD541437 Nut Lock HexW/Wsh 3/8-16 Unc 76 STD581075

21 130564 nob, Deluxe 1/2-13 77 123583X

22 169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 78 121748X

24 STD541273 Nut 81 165596

25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 82 165711

26 STD551037 Washer 83 19171216

27 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8x 3/4 CAD. 84 169594

28 175765 Rod, Parking Brake 89 164890X428

29 71673 Cap, Parking Brake 90 124346X

30 169592 Bracket, Transaxle 95 170201

32 STD523107 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 96 STD624003

34 175578 Shaft, Foot Pedal Nibbed 116 72140608

35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 120 73900600

36 STD551062 Washer 151 19133210

37 STD571810 Pin, Roll 150 175456

38 165936 Pulley, Idler, Flat Composite 156 166002

39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 3 158 165589

40 175461 Spacer, Split 159 165494

41 175556 Keeper, Belt Retainer 161 72140406

42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 162 73680400

47 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 163 74780416

48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv STL 164 19091010

49 123205X Retainer, Belt 165 165623

50 STD523715 Bolt 166 166880

51 STD541437 NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 168 165492

52 STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 169 165580

53 105710X Link, Clutch 197 169613

55 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 198 169593

56 17060616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 199 169612

57 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 200 72140508

59 169691 Keeper, Center Span 202 72110614

61 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 212 145212

62 8883R Cover, Pedal

63 175410 Pulley, Engine

64 71170764 Bolt, Hex

Washer

Keeper Belt Engine

Strap Torque Lh Hydro

Strap Torque Rh Hydro

Spacer, Split

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

E-Ring

Key, Square

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Shaft Asm. Cross

Spring Torsion

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

Link, Transaxle

Console, Shift

Nut Self Thd Wsh-Hd 1/4 Zinc

Control Asm Bypass Hydro

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

Bolt Rdhd Sq. Neck 3/8-16 x 1

Nut Lock Fig 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Spacer Retainer

Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1 x .125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered Flange Shift LT

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

Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

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

Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga.

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening LT

Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID

Washer Nyl 7/8" ID x .105"

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk5/16-18 Uncx 1

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

Nut Hex Flange Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

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67 67

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 154427

3 169840

4 169839

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 175121

11 STD551137

13 136518

15 145212

17 177876

26 126847X

28 19131416

29 17060612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 155099

37 152927

38 139769

39 19133812

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 STD541431

54 STD523112

63 STD523710

65 160367

67 72140618

68 169827

71 175146

82 169835

85 133835

88 175118

91 175553

Wheel Steering

Axle Asm STMP Dropped STL

Spindle Asm LH

Spindle Asm RH

Bearing Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga

Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga

Ring Klip#t5304-75

Bearing Col Strg BIk

Link Drag Extended Stamp

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

Bearing Axle STLT/GT

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Shaft Asm Strg

Bushing Link Drag BIk LR

Washer 13/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech

Bushing Strg

Screw

Insert Cap Strg Wh Au

Washer 13/32 X 2-3/8 X 12 Ga

Lock nut

Adaptor Wheel Strg

Boot Steering Shaft

Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

Extension Steering Shaft LR/LT

Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk

Fitting Gtease

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Uncx 1-1/4

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

Spacer Axle

Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/4

Axle, Brace

Steering Asm

Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

Fastener Christmas Tree

Shoulder Bolt 7/16-20

Clip Steering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

KEY

NO.

"21

PART

NO.

140123

140551

71110616

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17000616

19131614

174894

166369

121246X

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga

Clip Push-In

Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

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

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga.

Pan Seat

Knob Seaat 1/2-13 Unc BIk

Bracket Mounting Switch

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 171852

22 STD541431

24 19171912

25 127018X

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

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

Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18

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

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

15 3 11 11 4

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 157032

2 138047

3 177278

4 177279

6 165407

7 177284

8 170563

9 163204

10 157140

11 177253

DESCRIPTION

Decal Fend STLT Oper

Decal Battery Diehard Sears

Decal Hood RH

Decal Hood LH

Decal HP Engine

Decal Dash Pnl B&S

Decal Warning Mult-Language

Decal Craftsman

Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr

Decal Hood Side Panel

KEY PART

NO. NO.

12 172331

13 169210

14 160396

15 172268

16 146046

20 149517

- - 165800X428

- - 165799X428

- - 138311

- - 178199

- - 178200

DESCRIPTION

Decal Deck

Decal By Pass

Decal V-Belt Schematic

Decal Replacement Parts

Decal V-Belt Drive Sch

Decal Bat Dan/Psn

Pad Footrest LH STLT

Pad Footrest RH STLT

Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust

Manual Owner's (English)

Manual Owner's (French)

WHEELS & TIRES

2 _ 5,8

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192

2 65139

3 106222X

4 59904

5 106732X427

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X427

9 122082X

10 7152J

11 104757X428

- - 144334

Cap Valve Tire

Stem Valve

Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

Tube Front (Service Item Only)

Rim Asm 6"front Service

Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim Asm 8"rear Service

Tire R Ts 20xl 0-8 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

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

ENGINE

_"'-2s

32 _1

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

170546

17720410

4 149723

5 159955

6 160589

8 171877

10 162797

13 165391

14 148456

16 STD551237

17 17490624

23 169837

25 145996

26 73920600

29 137180

31 157103

32 161696

33 123487X

34 106082X

37 8543R

38 148315

39 109227X

45 17000612

62 10040500

72 71070512

81 73510400

NOTE:

Control Throt Paddle

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T

Engine (See Breakdown)

B&S Model 407777-0119-E3

Muffler Exhaust

Exhaust Asm. Left

Exhaust Asm. Right

Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4

Heat Shield Lt

Gasket Muffler

Tube Drain Oil Easy

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16xl -1/2 Tytt

Shield BRN/DBR Guard

Control Choke

Nut Keps 3/8-24 UNF

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 3.5 STL W/O Sensor

Cap Fuel Gauge

Clamp Hose BIk

Strip Foam

Line Fuel

Plug Drain Oil Easy

Pad Spacer

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

Washer Lock Hvy HLCI Spr 5/16

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

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

151

_116

119

157

153 154

156

155

I50

1061_ 102 103 105

105_//_/ /_;

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101/_ 104 106

102 /

113 111 1!

149

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MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165892

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 165460

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

138498

139775

138971

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 174493

18 72140505

19 132827

20 159770

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 130968X428

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

36 131494

37 STD551037

40 STD541437

44 140088

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 174284

50 131340

DESCRIPTION

Mower Deck Assembly, 42"

Bolt

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,

Front

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck

RetainerSpring

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8

Washer, Lock

Washer, Hardened

Blade, Mulching 42" Std

(Originallyequipped with)

Blade Mower 42" Hi-Lift Std (For

better bagging, especially in wet

conditions)

Blade Mulching 42" Premium (For

betterwearwhen mulching)

Blade Mower 42" Hi-Lift Premium

(For better wear when bagging in

heavy or wet conditions)

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel,

Vented

Housing, Mandrel, Vented

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt, Shoulder

Baffle, Vortex

Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC

Stiffener Bracket

Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion, Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

Rod, Hinge

ScrewThdrol Washer Head

Washer, Spacer

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Toplock, Flanged

Bolt

Pulley, Idler, Flat

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Guard, Mandrel, L.H.

Retainer

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

Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

51 STD541410

52 139888

53 131845

54 133943

55 155046

56 165723

59 141043

67 149846

68 144959

92 STD541437

101 136420

102 71081010

103 19061216

104 STD551110

105 160793

106 2029J

111 155197

112 155198

113 17060514

114 STD541431

115 72110504

116 4898H

117 165746

118 73930600

119 STD551037

121 143723

129 19131312

130 STD523710

131 STD533710

142 165890

143 157109

144 158634

145 165888

146 171977

147 131335

148 169022

149 165898

150 19091216

151 169670

152 169676

153 169674

154 169675

155 169671

156 169672

157 169669

158 17720410

159 72140614

- - 130794

NOTE:

169583

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard, TUV Idler

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

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

Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16UNC x 1

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Carriage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Clutch

Cable Clutch 42 In

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention Lever

Spacer

Rod Clutch

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 Uncx 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-10, 13-15, 31 and 33)

Replacement Mower, Complete

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

MOWER LIFT

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

MOWER LIFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159460

2 159471

3 105767X

4 STD581062

5 19211621

6 120183X

7 125631X

8 122365X

11 139865

12 139866

13 STD624008

15 173288

16 73350800

17 130171

18 73800800

19 139868

20 163552

31 169865

32 73540600

NOTE:

Wire Asm Inner W/Plunge5r

Shaft Asm Lift

Pin Groove

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 21 Ga.

Bearing Nylon BIk .629 ID

Grip Handle Fluted

Button, Plunger

Link Lift Lh Fixed Length

Link Lift Rh Fixed Length

Retainer Spring

Link Front

Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

Trunnion BIk Zinc

Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Arm Suspension Rear

Spring Retainer

Bearing Pvt. Lift

Nut Lock 3/8-24

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 170351

2 170352

3 170353

4 170354

5 169898

6 170355

7 170356

8 170357

9 170358

10 170359

11 170360

12 169870

13 170361

14 169869

16 170362

17 170363

18 170364

19 150771

23 170365

24 170366

27 170367

28 170368

29 170369

30 170370

31 170371

32 170389

33 142991

34 170390

35 170391

36 170392

37 150792

38 150793

39 150809

40 170393

41 170394

42 170395

43 170396

44 150797

45 170397

46 170398

47 170399

48 170400

49 170401

50 170402

51 170403

52 170404

53 170405

54 170406

55 142977

56 142978

57 150798

58 170407

Main Housing, Assembly 59

Side Housing, Assembly 60

Center Section, Assembly 61

Swashplate, Trunion Machined 62

Block - Assembly 63

Sealant 10.50z

Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 64 142892

Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 65 170411

Shaft, Input 66 170412

Ring - Retaining 67 170413

Spacer 68 170414

Ring - Retaining 69 170415

Seal, Lip .67 X 1.58 X .276 70 170416

Ball Brg 17mm Id X 40mm Od X 71 170417

12mm 72 170418

Hex Flange Head Screw 5/16- 73 142884

24X0.75 74 170419

Lip Seal 18 X 32 X 7 75 170420

Arm, Control

Bearing, 30x52x13 Thrust 76 170421

Check Plug Assembly, Washer 77 170422

Shaft, Motor 78 142969

Gear- Pinion, 13t 79 142980

10t/48t Gear 80 150778

Gear, lOt Jackshaft

60t Bull Gear 81 170423

Sleeve Bearing .75 X 1.575 X .625 82 170424

SleeveBearing(Outboard)

.75xl .750x.625 83 161168

Washer, 3/4 Id X 1-1/20d X .13 Thk 84 170425

Lip Seal Axle Seal 85 170426

Shaft, Axle .75 X 11.39 (Key, R.H.) 87 142917

Shaft, Axle .75 X 16.99 (Key, L.H.) 88 170429

MiterGear(Splined) 90 170430

Miter Gear 15t (0.5 Id) 93 170431

Shaft 107 170432

Ring, Spiral Retaining 108 170433

Pin, Jackshaft

Magnet, Ring 109 170434

Spring, Bypass 111 170435

Hydro Mtg Screw 3/8-24 X 2.5 Long 113 170437

Filter 116 170438

Base, Filter 119 170439

Actuator, Bypass 120 170440

Rod, Bypass Actuator 121 170441

Arm, Bypass 122 170442

Retaining Ring .250 External 123 170443

Seal, Lip .741 X .250 X .250 Tc 124 170444

Flat Washer, 5/8 Id X 1.00d X .05

T hk 125 170445

Retaining Ring 126 170446

Bearing, Center Block 127 170447

Spring - Helical Compression 128 173165

Washer 900 166768

20w-50 Oil

Brake Yoke

170408

142883

142882

142887

170410

Rotor, Brake

Brake Puck

Puck Plate

Brake Actuating Pin

Hfhcs 1/4-20x2 W/

Patch,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 Anti-Drag

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 5/16-24Unjf(Nylon

Insert)

Wedge, Friction Pack

Clip, Washer .316xl .50x. 1046

(Plated)

Pin, Standard Headless

Fitting, 5/16 Sae 5/32 Tube

Hose, 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.O30thk

Plug, Sae #6

O-Ring .07 X .301 I.D.

Bracket, Support Expansion Tank

Silicon Sponge

Fan, 7 In.

Pulley

Hex Lock Nut 1/2-20 (Nylon Insert)

Washer, Belleville

Belt Keeper

Center Section- Filter-Bypass

Assembly

Filter Assembly

Fan - Pulley Service Assembly

Seal- O-Ring Kit

Kit, Expansion Tank

Transaxle Complete

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690231 Cylinder Assembly 135 499803 Fuel Transfer Tube

2 499585 Bushing-Cylinder 137 690994 :I:Q Gasket-Float Bowl

3 690926 • Seal-Oil 141 499807 Choke Shaft Kit

4 690069 Sump-Engine 142 499808 Q Nozzle-Carburetor

5 499587 Head-Cylinder No. 1 146 94388 Key-Timing

5A 499595 Head-Cylinder No. 2 150 281767 :I:Q Gasket-Nozzle

7 690962 +, Gasket-Cylinder Head 160 690996 Retainer-Solenoid

8 499601 Breather Assembly 163 691001 +, Gasket-Air Cleaner

9 690937 • Gasket-Breather 177 691031 • O-Ring Seal (Dipstick)

10 690960 Screw (Breather Assy.) 187 691050 Line-Fuel (Cut to Required Length)

11 690942 Tube-Breather 187A 691049 Line-Fuel

12 690945 • Gasket-Crankcase 188 690960 Screw (Control Bracket)

13 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 192 690083 Adjuster-Rocker Arm

15 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 209 690018 Spring-Governor

16 691046 Crankshaft 211 690019 Spring-Governed Idle

20 690947 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 212 691020 Link-Throttle

23 691054 Flywheel 213 691021 Bracket-Choke Control

24 690974 Key-Flywheel 216 691022 Link-Choke

25 499588 Piston Assembly (Std.) 219 394348 Gear-Governor

499589 Piston Assembly (.010 "O.S.) 220 690412 Washer (Governor Lever)

499590 Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.) 222 691023 Bracket-Control

499591 Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.) 227 691048 Control Lever-Governor

26 499604 Ring Set-Piston (Std.) 231 690718 Screw (Choke Valve)

499605 Ring Set-Piston (.010 "O.S.) 240 691035 Filter-Fuel

499606 Ring Set-Piston (.020 "O.S.) 252 690956 Element-Breather

499607 Ring Set-Piston (.030 "O.S.) 256 690957 Retainer-Element

27 690975 Lock-Piston Pin 258 690308 Screw (Engine Sump)

28 499582 Pin-Piston 265 691024 Clamp-Casing

29 499583 Rod-Connecting 267 95348 Screw (Casing Clamp)

32 690976 Screw (Connecting Rod) 276 690997 Q+, Sealing Washer

33 499596 Valve-Exhaust 278 690097 Washer (Gov. Control Lever)

34 499597 Valve-Intake 287 690960 Screw (Dipstick Tube)

35 690963 Spring-Valve (Intake) 304 691004 Housing-Blower

36 690963 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 305 691005 Screw (Blower Housing)

40 690964 Retainer-Valve 309 691262 Motor-Starter

42 499586 Keeper-Valve 310 691263 Bolt-Starter Motor

45 690977 Valve Tappet 311 691264 Brush Set

46 690978 Cam Shaft 332 690059 Nut (Flywheel)

48 692714 Short Block 333 691060 Armature-Magneto

50 690948 Manifold-Intake 334 691061 Screw (Armature)

51 690949 +Q° Gasket-Intake 337 691043 Spark Plug

51A 690950 :I:Q° Gasket-Intake 358 499889 Gasket Set

53 690951 Stud (Carburetor) 363 691062 Flywheel Puller

54 690953 Screw (Intake Manifold) 383 690966 Wrench-Spark Plug

73 691055 Screen-Rotating 385 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump)

74 691057 Screw (Rotating Screen) 387 691034 Pump-Fuel

75 691056 Washer (Flywheel) 404 690442 Washer (Governor Crank)

89 690238 Plug-Oil

95 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve) RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

98 499802 Idle Speed Kit High Speed: 3000-3200

104 690984 Q Pin-Float Hinge

105 690985 Q Valve-Float Needle • Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 358

108 690986 Valve-Choke Q Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121

117 690232 Q Jet-Main (Standard) :1: Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977

690989 Jet-Main High Altitude) + Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 1033

121 499811 Carburetor Overhaul Kit

122 690952 Spacer-Carburetor NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

125 499804 Carburetor 1 inch = 25.4 mm

130 690993 Valve-Throttle

131 499805 Throttle Shaft Kit

133 499806 Float-Carburetor

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

405 690960

445 691007

447 691003

447A 690960

462 691261

474 691063

505 691029

510 497606

513 692024

523 691036

525 691037

544

552 690552

552A 690553

562 690311

573 691009

579 691029

601 691038

615 690317

616 691045

628 690960

633 690998

635 691210

654 690958

668 691215

691 690657

697 690372

703 690010

718 690959

726 499612

741 690980

742 690328

750 691033

783 693058

788 691039

789 694209

797 693167

798 690967

801 691283

802 691286

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851 691234

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865 691012

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865B 691015

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871 690969

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Screw (Back Plate)

Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge

Screw (Air Guide Cover

Knob-Air Cleaner

Alternator

Nut (Gov. Control Lever)

Drive-Starter

Clutch-Drive

Dipstick

Dipstick Tube

Armature-Starter (Service with 691262

Starter Motor)

Bushing-Governor Crank

Bolt (Gov. Control Lever)

Plate-Back

Nut (Starter Cable)

Clamp-Hose

Retainer-Governor Shaft

Crank-Governor

Screw (Fuel Pump Bracket)

Seal-Choke Shaft

Boot-Spark Plug

Nut (Carburetor)

Spacer

Governor Shaft Seal

Screw (Drive Cap)

Clip

Pin-Locator

Gear-Ring

Gear-Timing

E-Ring Retainer

Screw (Oil Pump Cover)

Gear-Pinion

Fuel Pump Bracket

Harness-Wiring

Screw (Brush Retainer)

Screw (Rocker Arm)

Cap-Drive

Cap-End

Housing-Starter (Service with 691262

Starter Motor)

Dipstick/Tube Assembly

Terminal-Cable

Adapter-Air

Cover-Air Guide

Seal-Valve

Bushing-Guide

Alternator Connector/Wire

Harness-Alternator

Plate-Cover

883 690970 +• Gasket-Exhaust

914 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover)

918 691040 Hose-Vacuum

929 691003 Screw (Choke Control Bracket)

934 691058 Screw (Fan Retainer)

943 690589 • O-Ring Seal (Oil Pump Cover)

947 499809 Solenoid-Fuel

965 499613 Oil Pump Cover

967 691016 Filte r-Pre-Cleaner

968 499788 Cover-Air Cleaner

975 499810 Bowl-Float

977 499812 Gasket Set-Carburetor

987 691000 :I:Q Seal-Throttle Shaft

993 690234 :I:Q Gasket-Plate

1005 691243 Fan-Flywheel

1006 691247 Retainer-Fan

1013 690954 Nipple-Oil Filter

1017 690770 Oil Pump Screen

1019 690103 Label Kit

1022 690971 +• Gasket-Rocker Cover

1023 499599 Cover-Rocker (Cyl. No. 1)

1023A 499600 Cover-Rocker (Cyl. No. 2)

1024 499054 Pump-Oil

1026 690981 Rod-Push (Steel)

1026A 690982 Rod-Push (Aluminum)

1027 690041 Filter-Oil

1029 690972 Rocker Arm

1033 499890 Valve Overhaul Kit

1035 691042 Shaft-Pump

1036 499783 Emissions Label

1051 691265 Ring-Retaining

1058 273694 Owner's Manual

1081 691032 • O-Ring Seal (Dipstick Tube)

1090 691293 Retainer-Brush

1100 690973 Rocker Arm Pivot

1119 93621 Screw (Alternator)

1123 690987 :I:Q O-Ring Seal (Solenoid Retainer)

1124 690988 :I:Q O-Ring Seal-Fuel Transfer Tube

1125 690990 Q Screw (Cover Plate)

1126 690991 Screw (Fuel Transfer Tube

1127 690992 Screw (Float Bowl)

1128 690990 O Screw (Carburetor Nozzle)

407777-0027-E1 Replacement Engine

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1900-2100

High Speed: 3000-3200

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 358

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 121

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 977

Included in Gasket Set, Ref. No. 1033

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U.S.inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15 MAX.

Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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