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OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO,
944.609940

CRAFTSMAN
+
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructuons
Before Operating
This Equipment

24.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC,
GARDEN TRACT_DR
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Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts

Sears Canada,

Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

SAFETY
Practices RULES
for Ride-On

Safe Operation

IMPORTANT:
THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE
OBJECTS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
INJURY OR DEATH,
I. GENERAL OPERATION

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OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
IlL CHILDREN
Tragic accidentscan occur if the operator is not alert to the
presenceofchildren.Childrenare often attractedtothe machine
and the mowingactivity. Neverassume thatchildrenwillremain
where you lastsaw them.

Read, undemtand, and followall instructionsin the manual
and on the machinebefore starting.
Only allow responsibleadults, who are familiar with the
instructions,to operatethe machine.
Clear the area of ob ects such as rocks toys, wire, etc,,
whch coud be p cked up and thrownby the blade.
Besurethe areaisclearofotherpeoplebefore mowing.Stop
machineif anyone enters the area.
Never carrypassengers,
Donot mowin reverseunlessabsolutelynecessary, Always
lookdown and behindbefore and while backing.
Beaware of the mowerdischargedirectionand do not point
it at anyone. Do not operate the mowerwithouteitherthe
entiregrass catcher or the guardin place.
Slowdown beforeturning.
Never leavea runningmachineunattended.Alwaysturnoff
blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
beforedismounting.
Turn offblades when not mowing.
Stop engine before removinggrass catcher or unclogging
chute.

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SLOPE OPERATION

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Slopes are a majorfactor relatedto loss-of-controland tipover
accidents,whichcan resultin severe in ury or death. Allslopes
requireextrecaution.Ifyou cannotbackupthe s obe or ifyoufeel
uneasyon it, do not mow it.

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DO:
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

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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 attachments.
These can change the stability of the machine.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not
make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.

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Keep childrenoutofthe mowingarea and underthewatchful
care of another responsibleadult.
Be alert and turnmachine offif childrenenter the area,
Before and when backing,look behindand down for small
children.
Never cam/children. They may fall off and be ssdously
injuredor interferewith safe machineoperation.
Never allowchildrento operate the machine.
Use extra care when approachingblind corners, shrubs,
trees, or otherobjectsthat may obscurevision.

IV. SERVICE

Mow only in daylightor good artificiallight.
Do not operate the machinewhile under the influenceof
alcoholor drugs.
Watch fortrafficwhen operatingnear or crossingroadways.
Use extracare when loadingor unloadingthe machineinto
a traileror truck.

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Useextracarein handlinggasolineand otherfuels. They are
flammable and vaporsare explosive.
Use onlyan approvedcontainer.
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Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allowengine to cool beforerefueling. Do not
smoke.
Never refuelthe machine indoors.
Never storethe machineor fuel containerinsidewhere
there is an open flame, such as a water heater.
Never runa machineinside a closedarea.
Keep nutsand bolts,especiallybladeattachmentbolts,tight
and keep equipmentin good condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operationregulady,
Keep machinefreeofgrass,leaves, or otherdebrisbuild-up.
Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you stdke an object.
Repair,if necessary,before restarting.
Never makeadjustmentsor repairswiththe enginerunning,
Grasscatcher componentsaresubjecttowear, damage,and
deterioration,which could expose moving parts or allow
objectsto be thrown. Frequentlycheck componentsand
replacewithmanufacturer'srecommendedparts,whennecessary.
Mowerbladesare sharpand can cut, Wrap the blade(s)or
wear gloves,and use extra cautionwhen servicingthem.
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERTI!I
YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

DO NOT:

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Donotturnonslopesunlessnececsary,
andthan turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge
of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding.
Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the
ground.
Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

Mowers

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CAUTION:
Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where It cannot
contact spark plug in order to prevent
accidental starting when sett,ng up
transport ng, adlust ng or making
repairs.

PRODUCT

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears_
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 Sears Authorized
Service Centre/Department We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair
this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructionswill
enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.
Always observe the =SAFETY RULES".
MODEL
NUMBER

944.609940

SERIAL
NUMBER

SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER:

24,0

GASOLINE CAPACITY
AND TYPE:

3.5 GALLONS
UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):

SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY:

W/FILTER:
4.2 PINTS
W/O FILTER: 3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:
GAP: .030")

CHAMPION RC12YC

VALVE CLEARANCE:

NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH):

FORWARD: O- 5.8
REVERSE: 0-2.1

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT: 14 PSi
REAR: 10 PSI

DATEOFPURCHASE
CHARGING SYSTEM:

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND
ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

BATrERY:

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

AMP/HR:
35
MIN. CCA:
280
CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLTTORQUE:

27-35 FT. LBS.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

WARNING:
This tractor is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestar 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 Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your tractor.
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A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your
nearest Sears Authodzed Service Centre/Department (See
REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

Follow the instructions under =Customer Responsibilities" and =Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ............................................................
2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3. 16-19
WARRANTY .,.._._...........................................................
4
ASSEMBLY .:..............................................................
6-9
OPERATION ...........................................................
10-15

LIMITED

TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 20-26
STORAGE ...................................................................
27
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................
26.29
REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 32-49
REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 50-57
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................ BACK COVER

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 parrs which are
defective as a result of matedal or workmanship.

FULL ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY ON BA'I-FERY
For one (1) year from date of purchase, if any battery included with this dding equipment proves defective In matadai or
workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at n_'charge.

COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE
Warrantyon RidingEquipmentused forcommercialor rentalpurposesis limitedto ninety(90) days.
This Warranty does NOT cover:.
1. Pre-dellvery set-up.
2. Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects (such as nails, thome, 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 end the
failure to operate end maintain the equipment according to the Instructions contained in the Owner's Manual.
5. In Home service.

Warrantyservice is available by returningthe CraftsmanRidingEquipmentto the nearestSears Service Centre/Departmentin
Canada. This warrantyappliesonlywhilethisproductis in use in Canada.
This warrantyis in additionto any statutorywarrantyand does not excludeor limit legal dghts you may have but shall run
concurrentlywith applicableprovinciallegislation.Furthermore,someprovincasdo NOT allowlimitationon how long an implied
warrantywilllastso the above limitationsmay notapplyto you.
SEARS CANADA, INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8

CONTENTS

OF HARDWARE

PACK

Parts Bag contents
(4) Reta.i .ner.S.p.rings
(4) Bra_
('12) Carriage

_olts

(4) Shoulder

_]
Bolt

L_aouo'e'°°P'

5/16-18 x 518
(4) Wheels
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(12) Crownlock Nuts

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(4)_L._.k6nut _

(4) Clevis Pins

318(4x)_'/_ashe'4rSGa.

(

Bolt 5/16-18
(1)Shoulder

(4) Adjusting

Parts packed separately

J
m

Owners
Manual

1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

in carton

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tV_e_:g

(1) Washer 17/32 x _1_

Bar

Seat

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, Pads
', Bag

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Parts bag contents not shown full size

(3) Retainer Springs
1_(2)

Front Link Assemblies

(2) Keys
t_(__

Steering
Wheel
Insert

14) Retainer Springs
I (single loop)

Steering Sleeve

Steering Sleeve
Extension
-- _
I_
=r

(2)
Hexx Bolts
1/4-20
3/4

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_ _L]P
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Keps
y (2)
Nuts
1/4-20

Slope Sheet

_Steering
Wheel
Adapter

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.

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(2) 7/16" wrenches
(1) Tire pressure gauge
(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) Utility knife
(1) 1/2" wrench
(1) 3/4" socket w/ddve ratchet
(1) Pliers
(1) Phillips Screwddver
When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (seated
behind the steering wheel).

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WHEEL
_
STEERING
WHEEL

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UNPACK CARTON

ADAPTER

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HEX BOLT
STEERING WHEEL
LOCK WASHER
LARGE FLAT
WASHER

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON
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INSERT
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TEERING
TABS

STEERING

Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons
from carton (See page 5).
Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four comers
of carton, and lay panels flat.
Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and
remove,

SHAFT

STEERING
SLEEVE
EXTENSION
//

STEERING
SLEEVE

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID
ATTACH
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STEERING

WHEEL

(See Fig. 1)

Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer
from steedng shaft.
Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing
straight forward.
Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.
Align tabs and press steedng sleeve extension into
bottom of steering wheel.
Position steedng wheel so cross bars are horizontal
(left to dght) andslide onto steedng wheel adapter.
Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt,
lock washer and large flat washer previously removed.
Tighten securely.
Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering
wheel.

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
CONNECT BATTERY(See Fig. 2)

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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.

Positive terminal must be connected
first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.
Lift hood to raised position.

TO ROLL TRACTOR
OFF SKID (See Operation
section for location
and function
of controls)
Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to
its highest position.
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Release parking
pedal.

brake by depressing

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Place freewheel control in freewheeling position
disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT"
the Operation section of this manual).
Roll tractor forward off skid.

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Remove mower and packing materials.
Remove ties from V-belts.

CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other
object to contact both terminals at the
sametime. Beforeconnecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands, rings, etc.

Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protective 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.

clutch/brake

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery
terminal with hex bolt andkeps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.

to
in

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut.
Tighten securely.
Close terminal access doors.

ASSEMBLY
Use terminal access doors for:

CHECK

TIRE

PRESSURE

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Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard
ware).

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Inspection for corrosion.

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for
shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for
best cutting performance.

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Testing battery.

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Jumping (if required).

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Periodic charging.

DISCARD
TERMINAL
PROTEC_VE
CAPS

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

KEPS

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see
that the brake is propedy adjusted. See =TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

HEX BOLT

NUT\

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS AND BRACKETS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 4)
TERMINAL
ACCESS

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DOOR

The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in
proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are
properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance.

PosmvE

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Attach front gauge wheel brackets marked front left
(FL). front dght (FR) to mower deck using (3) carriage
bolts and (3) Iocknuts. For ease of installation do not
tighten Iocknuts until all carriage bolts have been
installed.

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Attach rear gauge wheel brackets marked rear left (R
L), rear dght (RR) to mower deck using (3) cardage
bolts and (3) Iooknuts. For ease of installation do not
tighten Iocknuts until all carriage bolts have been
installed.

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Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be
sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top.
Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder
bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts and
tighten securely.

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Adjust gauge wheels to highest position for ease of
mower deck assembly.

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Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown
in the operation section of this manual.

(BLACK)CABLE

FIG. 2

INSTALL

SEAT

(See

Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.
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Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

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Place seatoon seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.
Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely.
Do not tighten.

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Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

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Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

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Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which
allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way
down,

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Get offseatwithoutmoving itsadjustedposition.

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Raise seatand tighten
adjustmentknob securely.

RETAINER
SPRING

-_-_'_'_.

_CROWNLOCK

NUT

SEAT
WHEEL
./_,
MOUNTING

SEAT PAN
SHOULDER
BOLT

I
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BRACKET

SHOULDER

BOLT

_1(_

BAADJRUSTING

tl
GAUGE

FLAT
WASHER

ADJUSTMEN3
KNOB

WHEEL
3/8 WASHER

_'_
3/8-16 CENTER
LOCKNUT

FIG. 3

FIG. 4

CARRIAGE
BOLTS

ASSEMBLY
INSTALL

MOWER

AND

DRIVE

BELT

Place the suspension arms on inward pointing deck
pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to
align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms.
Retain with double loop retainer springs with loops
down as shown.

(See Figs. 5 and 6)
Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension
arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake.
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Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts.
Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

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Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right
side of tractor.

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IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN
ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO
ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE.
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Install one front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower
bracket and L.H. front suspension bracket. Retain with
two single loop retainer springs as shown.

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Installsecond front linkin R.H. front suspension bracket
only and retain with single loop retainer spring as
shown.

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Slide right side of mower back and install linkin top hole
of R.H. front mower bracket. Retain with single loop
retainer spring as shown.

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Turn height adjustment knob countemlockwise until it
stops.

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Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.
DOUBLE LOOP
RETAINER
SPRING (Inward
pointing deck pins)

CHASSIS

Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left
footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.
Tum height adjustment knob clockwise to remove
slack from mower suspension.

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Raise deck to highest position.

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Adjust gauge wheels befora operating mower as shown
in the Operation section of this manual,

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.
See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK
BELTS

FOR

PROPER

POSITION

OF ALL

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower
ddve, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and
Adjustments section ofthis manual. Verifythat the belts are
routed correctly.
FRONT
SUSPENSION
BRACKETS

SUSPENSION
ARMS
FRONT
MOWER
BRACKET

CLUTCH
PULLEY

FRONT
LINK

GAUGE
WHEEL

SINGLE LOOP
RETAINER
SPRINGS

DOUBLE
LOOP
RETAINER
SPRING

ANTI-SWAY
BAR

DISCHARGE
GUARD

USE PUERS FOR
RETAINER SPRINGS
IDLER
PULLEY

FIG. 5

ASSEMBLY
/ CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
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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-sidel
front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be
propedy inflated for leveling).
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Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed
properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

Check widng. See that all connections are still secure
and wires are properly clamped.

Before ddving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in
ddve position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
ITEMS:
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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.

!t is impodant to purge the transmission before operetmgyour tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting
and transmission purginginstructions(See "TO START
ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION" in Operation 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
WARNING

REVERSE

FORWARD

FAST

SLOW

ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF

OIL PRESSURE

CLUTCH

LIGHTS ON

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

DIFFERENTIAL
LOCK

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

UNLOCKED

FUEL

_
CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

R N H L
REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

PARKING BRAKE

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR

SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

IGNITION

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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save
this manual for future reference.
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AMMETER

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH SWITCH

LIGHT SWITCH
PosTrlON

CHOKE CONTROL

LIFT LEVER

THROTTLE CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL

HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

IGNITION SWITCH

- PARKING BRAKE
LEVER

MOTION
CONTROL
LEVER

FREE WHEEL
CONTROL

FIG. 6
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used toengage mower
blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower mower deck orother
attachments mounted to your tractor.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.
FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for
pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.
IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine.

CLUTCWBRAKE
PEDAL - Used for declutching and
braking the tractor and starting the engine.

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

MOTION CONTROL - Selects the speed and direction of
tractor.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into
the brake position.

(-).

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjustthe mower
LIGHT SWITCH -Tums the headlights on and off,
height.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift
lever when changing its position.
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OPERATION
I

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result |
in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor
or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over
spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY
POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE
BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

TO SET PARKIN(_ BRAKE (See Fig. 7)

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing
idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility,
always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

Your tractor isequipped 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.
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Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position
and hold.
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Place parking brake lever in =ENGAGED" position and
release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should
: remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake
will hold tractor secure.
PUSH IN TO
THROTTLE
"DISENGAGE"
C ...........
UN/HUL. U=V=.
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TO USE

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
SWITCH PULL OUT TO
';EF'GAGE"

PEDAL"BRAIQ_" _v"FF'_3;_LI_JJ_=_

CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.

CHOKE

CONTROL

(SEE

FIG. 7)

Use choke controlwheneveryou 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.

jP,,,_(_J

TO USE THRO'i-FLE

CONTROL

(See

Fig. 7)

Always operate engine at full throttle.
•
Operating en_]ineat less than full throttle reduces the
battery charging rate.
•
Full throttle offers the best mower pedormance.
"DRIVE"

/F_

PosmoH -- y
CONTROL

HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

CONTROL

TO MOVE

L v.

(See

STOPPING
(See Fig. 7)
MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch
to "DISENGAGED" position.
GROUND DRIVE To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into
full =BRAKE" position..

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.
MOWER

CUTI'ING

HEIGHT

(See

•

Turn knob clockwise (F_) to raise cutting height.

•

Turn knob counterclockwise (1,-_) to lower cutting
height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2".
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.

ENGINE Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throtUe control to slow posiUonand
allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine
to "backfire".

•

The cutting height iscontrolled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction.

•
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.

•

BACk'WVARD

Fig. 7)

TO ADJUST
Fig. 7)

•

AND

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the
motion control lever.

"ENGAGED"
POSITION

FIG. 7

•

FORWARD

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.

•

The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-112
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. 8)

TO OPERATE

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..

I &

•

Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface.

•

Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting
height.

•

Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure
each gauge wheel bar.

•

Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels
slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar
and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly
off the ground.

•
•
•

FIG. 8

Your tractor isequipped 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.

•

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment
clutch control.

•

Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.

•
•

Remove retainer spring from freewheel control rod.
Push control rod in to disengage transmission and
reinsert retainer spring into control rod hole now on
back side of the bracket.

•
Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.
•
To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting
your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed
and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying
hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 6 and 7)

Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch
control.

To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and
clutch/brake pedal.
Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.
Make all tums slowly.

TO TRANSPORT
(See Figs. 6 and 10)
When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage
transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling
position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar
of tractor.

CLEVIS
PIN

•

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the discharge guard in place.

)ISCHARGE
GUARD

FIG. 10
FIG. 9

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.

RETAINER
SPRING

Select desired height of cut,
Lower mower with attachment lift control.

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and
CAUTION:
not any
driveslope.
up or down
do
not drive Do
across

•

•
Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.
IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO READJUST GAUGE WHEELS
IF YOU CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWER
DECK.

•
•

ON HILLS

OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

THE ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine
has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move
fuel from the tank to the engine.
•
Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 11)
•

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.
Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.
Reinsert the dipstick intothe tube and rest oil fill cap on
the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove
and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until =FULL"
mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.
For cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the
Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

•
•

•

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 keyinto ignitionand turnkeyclockwise 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. Ifthe engine starts
to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a
few seconds and then continue to push the contro n
slowly.
•
The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If
the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine
and allow itto warm up for one minute using the choke
as described above.

To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual.

ENGINE OIL FILL
CAP/DIPSTICK

FIG. 11

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 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. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
I

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
CAUTION:
to bottom
gas tank
use gasoline Fill
near
an open of
flame.

I
I

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 in speed and load, until the
choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run
roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few
seconds and then continue to push the contro n
slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period
from several seconds to several minutes, depending
on the temperature.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP
•
Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows:
• 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.
• Allow one minute for transmission to warm up.
This can be done during the engine warm up
period.
•
The attachments can be used during the engine warmup pedod 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.

OPERATION
PURGE

MOWING TIPS

TRANSMISSION

•
I

freewheel lever while the engine Is runCAUTION:Neverengageordisengage
nlng.

•

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating
tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any
trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.
IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE
REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT,
IT
SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION
BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.
•
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).
•
Sitting in thetractor 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
ddve wheels. The air isbeing removed from hydraulic drive
system.
•
Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shutoff engine and set parking brake.
•
Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in
driving position (See "I'OTRANSPORT"
in this section
of manual).
•
Sitting inthetractor seat, start engine. Afterthe 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 tothe 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.

•
•

•

Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is
attached to tractor.
Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing
performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in
the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming.
Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area
that has been cut. Have the cut area to the dght of the
tractor. This will result in a more even distdbuUon of
clippings and more uniform cutting.
When mowing large areas, start by turning to the dght
so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,
fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow
in the opposite direction making left hand tums until
finished (See Fig. 12).

FIG. 12
•

•
•

•

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE
SC. OUL
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE

Check Tire
BrakePressure
Operation
Check

Check for Loose Fasteners

Lubrication Chart

0
A

Check
Battery Level
SharpeniRaplece
Mower Blades
V p
V p

. Adjust Blade Bait(e) Tension

II_s

v,,

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension
_

Change Engine Oil

14_12,_

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arraster

I_1

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

I_1,_

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

11_2

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

1_2

Ik_

Replace Fuel Filter
123.
4-

(_,)TIE ROD BALL JOINTS

®
_RONT WHEEL®
BEARING ZERK

BEARING ZERK

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
andlast longer.

STEERING
SECTOR GEAR
TEETH

" ENGINE (_)

USE

•

Check engine oil level.

•

Check brake operation.

•

Checktire pressure.

(_SPRAY

•

Check operator presence and

®GENERAL

interlock systems for proper operation.
Check for loose fasteners.

® REFER TO CUSTOMER

•

CHART

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tractor.

EACH

5 _ If equippeq with IKIJustable systera.
6 - Not required if equipped _
makltenance-fru battery.
7 - Tighten Irord axle pivot bott to 35 It,-I_. maximum,
DO not overtighten.

LUBRICATION

RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover itemsthat have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.

BEFORE

Change morn olden when operatk_gunder a heaw k_d or in high amblent temperatwes.
Service more otlen when operat_g In dlriv or du_y conditlcm.
If equtppeq with oil Bter, change oil every 50 bourn.
Refllace bladee more often when mowing In sandy so_.

GENERAL

o,_,

11_7

Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Engine Oil Level

14d

Check Traasaxle Cooling

•

_P_ ÷"/

i_1_

Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems

_.j_._O_,_
_.o_;_
_.'1, _._,_,'!._

SILICONE LUBRICANT

(MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE)

PURPOSE GREASE
RESPONSIBILITIES

"ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT:
DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS.
VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING
BEARINGS.
IF YOU
FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED,
USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE
TYPE LUBRICANT
SPARINGLY.

; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
TRACTOR

TRAILING
EDGE UP

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

\ CE ER

[_'/

BRAKE OPERATION

FLAT WASHER__
LOCK WASHER-

tf tractor 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).

•

Maintain proper airprassure in all tires (Sea =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).

•

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect controlchemicals which can harm rubber.

•

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage.

HOLE

_J=_V_;

%)|1

_'_

HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*

FIG. 13
TO SHARPEN

PRESENCE

SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are
working properly. If your tractor does not function as
described, repair the problem immediately.

When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.

•

When the engine is running and the attachment clutch
is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.

Fig, 14)

•

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, oracone balancer. (When using acone
balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer).

NOTE: Do not use a nailfor balancing blade. The lobes of
the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake
pedal isfully depressed and attacheme ntclutchcontrol
is in the disengaged position.

•

(See

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An
unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine.

corrosion.

OPERATOR

BLADE

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

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

•

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE
IDENTIRED BY SiX UNES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

TIRES

•

MANDREL
ASSEMBLY

BLADE

•

Slide blade on to an unthreeded 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

The attachment clutchshould never operate unless the
operator is in the seat.

BLADE

-eOLT

CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

OR PIN --------_

BLADE

_._

FIG. 14
BLADE

REMOVAL

(See

Fig. 13)

BATTERY

•

Raise mower to highest position to allow access to
blades.

•

Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing
blade.

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the
battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

•

Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up
towards deck as shown.

•

Keep battery and terminals clean.

•

Keep battery bolts tight.

•

Keep small vent holes open.

•

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.

IMPORTANT:
TO ENSURE
PROPER
ASSEMBLY,
CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUSTALIGN
WITH STAR ON
MANDREL ASSEMBLY.

•

Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in
exact order as shown.

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.

•
Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).
IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH.
•
Be sure tractor is on level surface.

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause
the battery to "leak" power.
•

Remove terminal guard.

•

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first 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).

TRANSAXLE

•
•
•
•
•
•

COOLING

•

The fan and cooling fins of transmission
clean to assure proper cooling.

should be kept

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is
running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent
possible damage to seals, no 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.

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.
Remove drain plug.
After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely.
Rafill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour
slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see
=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ofthis manual.
Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.
Insertdipstick intothe tube and rest the oilfill cap on the
tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking
reading. Keep oil at =FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten
cap onto the tube securely when finished.
AIR SCREEN
OIL DRAIN
PLUG

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
ENGINE OIL
FILLER CAP/

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should
the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your
nearest authorized service center/department.

FIG. 15

V-BELTS
CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

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

ENGINE

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

LUBRICATION

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oirs SAE viscosity
grade according to your expected operating temperature.

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,
cooling fins, and other extemal surfaces of the engine are
kept clean at all times.

SAE VISCOSITY

-20"
-30"
-20"
TEMPERATURE

30"

32" 40"

-1_
(_*
RANG E ANTICIPATED

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely
dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and
other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and extemal
surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are
reinstalled.

GRADES

60"

AREAS

80"

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.

1'0"
20"
30"
BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least
once a year ifthe tractor isnot used for 50 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

CUSTOMER
AIR

FILTER

(See

RESPONSIBILITIES
MUFFLER

Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
•
Loosen knob and remove cover.

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.

SPARK PLUGS

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
•

Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

•

Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

•

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

•

Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent
cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•

With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line
sections.

•

Remove nut and cartridge plate.

•

Ger_tly tap the flat side of the paper cartddge to dislodge dirt. Do not wash the paper cartridge or use
pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.
Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

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.

•

Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the
paper cartddge.

•

Check rubber seal for damage and proper position
around stud. Replace if necessary

•

Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut.

•

Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening
knob.

, CLAMP

CLAMP

• FUEL RLTER

CARTRIDGE

FIG. 17

FOAM
PRE-CLEANER

CLEANING

CARTRIDGE
PLATE
KNOB

RUBBER
SEAL

•

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
ENGINE

OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil
change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one
year.

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.
TO
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

REMOVE
MOWER
(See Fig. 18)
Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position.
Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.
Lower mower to its lowest position.
Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.
Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at
deck and disengage arms from deck.
Raise attachment lift to its highest position.
:
Remove two retainer springs from each front link and
remove links.
Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric
clutch pulley.
Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT:

IF AN ATTACHMENT

OTHER

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19)
•
Raise mower to its highest position.
•
Measure height from bottom of deck curl to ground
level at front comers of mower. Distance "A" on both
sides of mower should be the same.
•
If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one
side of mower only.
•
To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment
nut on that side.
•
To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment
nut on that side.
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower
height about 3/16".

THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR,
REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.
TO INSTALL
MOWER
Follow procedure described in =INSTALL MOWER AND
DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual.
TO LEVEL
MOWER
HOUSING

[ ]OF
seRl"reOt'Meck
A'_-"_'''"_C__CURL'
measure GROUND
m ents after
UNEadjusting"
_''"_"
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or
driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See
=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual).
FIG. 19
If tires are over or underinflatad, you will not properly adjust
your mower.
FRONT
SUSPENSION
ARMS

BOTTOM
"_-

SUSPENSION

ADJUSTMENT
LIFT
LINKS

CHASSIS

ELECTRIC
CLUTCH
PULLEY
" FRONT
SUSPENSION
BRACKET

RETAINER
RETAINER
SPRING
ANTI-SWAY
BAR

FRONT MOWER
BRACKET
RETAINER
SPRINGS

FIG. 18

SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (see Figs. 20 and 21 ) IMPORTANT= DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF
THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS
NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS
EQU._LLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.
TO obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing
should be adjusted so the front isapproximately 118"to 112"
lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest
position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance =P directly in front of and behind the mandrel at
bottom edge of mower housing as shown.
•
Before making any necessary adjustments, check that
both front links are equal in length.
•
If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same
length as other link.
•
To lower front of mower housing, loosen nut "G"on both
front links an equal number of turns.
When distance =F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than
rear, tighten nut "H"against trunnion on bothfront links.
•
To raise front of mower housing, loosen nut "H" from
trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut =G" on both
front links an equal number of tums.
•
When distance "P is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than
rear, tighten nut =H" against trunnion on both front
links.

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

NOTE: Each full turn of nut =G" will change dim. =P by
approximately 3/8".
Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

•

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 22) •
Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.
•
Remove four screws from L.H. mandrel cover and
remove cover.
•

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

•

Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

•

Remove belt from idler pulleys.

•

Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have
accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck
surface.

•

Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they
rotate freely.

•

Be sure spring is securely hobked to primary idler armand bolt in mower housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALI__,TION (See Fig. 22) •
Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt is in both belt
keepers at the idlers as shown.
•

Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

•

Roll belt into upper groove of L.H. mandrel pulley.

•

Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the
grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.
Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover.

LH.

SCREWS

MANDREL _'_
COVER _

,_
!_

IDLER
_

ELECTRIC

PULLEYSpRIMARY SPRING
IDLER ARM

FIG. 20
BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

FIG. 22

LINKS

TRUNNION

FIG. 21

PULLEYCLUTCH

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

•

(See

•

Fig. 23)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
•
•
•

Remove mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER
DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual).

NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at
full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10
cycles to wear in clutch plate.

Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this
section of this manual).
Remove screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove
cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing.

•

Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel pulley.

•

Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,
and L.H. mandrel pulley.

•

Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

•

Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they
rotate freely.

Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are
in "OFF" position.
Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between
clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot
locations cut in side of brake plate.

CLUTCH PLATE

.012"

•

Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and
sway-bar bracket.

•

Install new belt in lower groove of L.H. mandrel pulley,
idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

NYLON LOCKNUT (3)

BRAKE PLATE

FIG. 24
TO ADJUST

BRAKE

(See

Fig. 25)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system
which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.

•

Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in
all grooves properly.

•

Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel cover•

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•

Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER
AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this
manual).

•

Depressclutch/brake pedaland engage parking brake.

•

Measure distance between brake operating arm and
nut "A" on brake red.

•

Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE
MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual)•
LH. MANDREL

MOWER BLADE
DRIVE BELT

If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen am nut and turn
nut =A" unt d stance becomes 1-1/2". Ret ghten 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 authorized service center/department.

CENTER
R.H.
MANDREL
COVER

WWH PARKING

BRAKE"ENGAGED"
NUT "A"
JAM NUT

\
SWAY BAR
BRACKET

IDLER
PULLEY

OPERATING
ARM

FIG. 23
TO ADJUST

A'I'I'ACHMENT

CLUTCH

(See Fig. 24)
The electric clutch should provide years of service. The
clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5
seconds• Eventually, the internal brake will wear which
may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop
as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest
authorized service center/department.

FIG. 25

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE
(See Fig. 26)

MOTION

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER
(See Fig. 27)

DRIVE BELT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
For ease of service there is a belt installation guidedecal on.
bottom of left footrest.
•
Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this
section of this manual.)
BELT REMOVAL •
Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt).
•
Remove belt from clutching and fan idler pulleys.
•
Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pulley.
•
Remove belt from transaxle pulley.
•
Remove belt from engine pulley and front V-idler pulley.
•
Pull belt out of all belt keepers and remove from tractor.
BELT INSTALLATION •
Place V part:of belt into grooves on engine pulley and
front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of all belt
keepers.
•
Route belt on right side, coming from V-idler, towards
back of tractor, above midspan belt keeper and to top
of transaxle pulley.
•
Route belt on left side, coming from engine pulley,
towards back of tractor and through loop in midspan
belt keeper.
•
Place V part of belt into grooves on transaxle and fan
idler pulleys, making sure to route belt inside of all belt
keepers.
•
Retighten belt keeper above transaxle pulley.
•
Place belt around clutching idlers as shown, making
sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers.
•
Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on
proper side of all belt keepers.
•
Reinstall mower.
IMPORTANT: CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT.

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary.
If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its
position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the
fdcUon pack located on the right side of chassis.
•
Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning
ignition key to "OFF" position and engage parking
brake.
•
Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
•
While holding Iocknut, loosen jam nut
•
Tighten iocknut 1/4 tum.
•
While holding Iocknut, tighten jam nut securely.
NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion
control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above
adjustment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 tum.
Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if
necessary.

TRANSMISSION

REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or
replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and
before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual.

JAM

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC
VIEWED FROM L.H. SIDE OF TRACTOR
CLUTCHING
TRANSAXLE
BELT
PULLEY
KEEPER

¸.

FIG. 27

ENGINE
PULLEY

TO ADJUST

STEERING

WHEEL

ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)
when wheels are positionedstraightforward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly
section of this manual
KEEPER
n

BELT
TWIST, €
BELT
KEEPER

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

FAN
IDLER

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation.
Toe-in was sat at the factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism
have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust
if necessary.
TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 28) •
Position front wheels straight ahead.
•
Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of
tires (dimensions "A" and _B").
•
Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than
rear dimension =B".

i AS VIEWED FROM BO'I-FOM
FIG. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs; 28 and 29) •
Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.
•
Adjust tie rod until dimension "A"is 1/8" to 1/4" less than
dimension =B'.
•

WASHERS

Tighten jam nuts securely.

RETAINING

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER
The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor, if
damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber,
contact your nearest authorized service center/department.

FIG. 30

- TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'I-rERY
(See Fig. 31)
FIG. 28
ADJUSTMENT

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from batteries.
Always wear batteries
eye protection
AUTION:
generwhen
aroundLead-acid
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.
JAM NUTS

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES •
Connect each end of the RED cable to the 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.

FIG. 29

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

•

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 30) Block up axle securely.
•

Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washersto allow
wheel removal.

•

Repair tire and reassemble.

•

Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in
axle groove.

•

Replace axle cover.

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.

REAR WHEEL Block rear axle securely.
•

Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

•

Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub
bolts securely.

"POSITIVE"

(+)

"NEGATIVE"

I,.

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•

FIG. 31

{-)

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
ENGINE

TO REPLACE
HEADLIGHT
BULB
•
Raise hood.
•
Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the
grill.
•
Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely
back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
•
Close hood.

TO ADJUST THRO'I-rLE

CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 33)
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 speed control lever is against stop screw. If
it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle
cable until lever is against screw. Tighten clamp screw
securely.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
•
Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the
Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

CHOKE
CONTROL
CABLE

Replace With 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The
fuse holder is located behind the dash.

CLAMP SCREWS

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY
(See Fig. 32)
•
•
•
•

Raise hood.
Unsnap headlight wire connector.
Standinfrontoftractor. Grasphoodatsides, tilttoward
engine and lift off of tractor.
To replace, reverse above procedures.
THROTTLE
CONTROL
CABLE

HEADUGHT
WIRE
CONNECTOR
HOOD

IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW

FIG. 33
FIG. 32

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
(See Figs. 33 and 34)
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.
•
Remove air cleaner cover, filter and caiiridge plate to
expose carburetor choke (See AIR FILTER in the
Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).
•
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.
•
Reassemble air cleaner.

SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 33)
The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment
may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,
temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need
adjustment, proceed as follows:
•
Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle
control cable is adjusted properly (see above).
•
Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make
final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion
control lever in neutral (N) position.
•
The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be
adjusted.
•
Idle soeed settina - With throttle control lever in slow
position engine Should idle at 1200 RPM. If engine
idles too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in
or out until correct idle is attained.

CLOSED FOR

NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is
equi[opedwith an idle fuel needle with a limiter cap and is
not adjustable. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap.
The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the
adjusting needle.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust-damage
may result.
IMPORTANT:
NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE
GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER
ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE
THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING
CAN BE
DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED
HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR
NEAREST
AUTHORIZED
SERVICE
CENTER/
DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND
EXPERIENCE
TO
MAKE
ANY
NECESSARY
ADJUSTMENTS.

FIG. 34

STORAGE
ENGINE

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

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.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor wtth
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark.
Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR
Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When
mower is to be stored for a period Of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a
clean, dry area.
•

Clean entire tractor (See"CLEAN ING" in the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual).

•

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

•

Lubricate as shown in the 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.

Fully charge the battery for storage.

•

After a period of time in storage, battery may require
recharging.

•

Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty.

•

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the :
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE:
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor ifusing fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine
oil. (See =ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during
long periods of storage, battery cables should be
disconnected and batterycleaned thoroughly (see =TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).
After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.

•

Drainthe fueltank.

•

BATTERY
•

•

Remove spark plug(s).

•

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

•

Turn ignition key to =START" positionfor a few seconds
to distribute oil.

•

Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

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

•

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

•

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

•

If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to
give protection from dust and dirt.

•

Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and
will cause your tractor to rust.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUSE

PROBLEM

Will not start

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

Out of fual.
Enginenot"CHOKED" properly.
Engineflooded.
Bad sparkplug.
Dldy air fitter.
Dirtyfuel filter.
Water in fuel.

8.
9.

Looseor darnagedwiltng.
Carburetoroutof ad|uslmenL

10.

Herd to start

POINTS
CORRECTION

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

Fillfueltank.
See "TO START ENGINE"in Operationsection,
Wait severalminutesbeforeattempting to starL
Replacesparkplug.
Clean/replaceair filter.
Replacefuel tilter.
Drainfuel tankand carburetor,refilltankwith fresh
gasolineand replace fuelfilter.
8. Checkall wiring.
g, See "ToAdjustCarburetor*in ServiceAdjustments
section.
10. Contactan authorizedservicecenter/department,

Enginevalvesout ofadjustment.

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

Dirty air filter,
Bad spark plug.
Weak or dead battery.
Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel,
Loose or damaged wldng.
Carburetor out of adjustmanL

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

Clean/replace air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or mplece battery.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.
Check all widng.
See '1"o Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments
section.

Enginevalvesout of adjustment.

Contact an authorized service canterldspadment.

Engine will not turn over

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9,

Cfutch/brekspedal notdepressed.
Attachmentdutch is engaged.
Weak or dead battery.
Blownfuse.
Corrodedbatteryterminals.
Looseor damaged widng.
Faultyignitionswitch.
Faultysolenoidor starter.
Faultyoperatorpresenceswltch(es).

1. Depressclutch/brakepedal,
2. Disengageattachmentclutch.
3. Rechargeor replacebattery.
4. Replacefuse.
5. Clean batteryterminals,
6. Check ell widng.
7. Check/replaceignitionswitch.
8. - ChecWreplecesolenoidor starter.
9. Contactan authodzedservicecanterldepartment.

Engine clicks but will not
start

1.
2.
3.
4.

Weak or dead battery.
Corrodedbatteryterminals.
Loose or damaged widng.
Faultysolenoidor starter.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Rechargeor replacebattery.
Clean batteryterminals,
Checkall widng,
Check!rspidcesolenoidor starter.

Loss of power

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6,
7_
8.
9.

Cuffing too much gress/tno fact.
Throttle in "CHOKE" position.
Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
Dirty air filter.
Low oil level/dirty oil.
Faulty spark plug.
Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.
Water in fuel.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5,
6.
7,
8.
9.

Set in "Higher Ctd' position/reduce speed.
Adjust throttle control.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Clean/replace air filter,
Check oil level/change oil.
Clean and regap or change spark plug.
Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank wibh fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clean engine air screen/fins,
Clean/rsplace muffler.
Check all widng.
See "To Adjust Carburetor* in Service Adjustments
section.
Contact an authorized service center/depadment.

Excessive vibration

10.
11.
12.
13,
14.

Sparkplugwire loose,
Dirtyengineair screen/fins.
Dirty/cloggedmuffler.
Looseor damagedwidng.
Carburetoroutof adjustment.

10.
11.
12.
13.
14.

15.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

15.

1.
2.

Worn, bent or loose blade.
Bent blade mandrel.

Loose/damaged part(s).

1.
2.
3.

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
Replace blade mandrel.
Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged pads.

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM

CAUSE

POINTS
CORRECTION

Engine continues to run
when operator leaves seat
with attachment clutch
engaged

Faultyoperator-safetypresencecontrolsystem.

Check widng,switches and connections.If not
corrected,contactan authorizedservicecenter/
department.

Poor cut - uneven

1.
2.
3.
4,
5,

Wom, bent or looseblade.
Mowerdecknot level.
Buildupof grass,leaves,and trashundermower.
Bent blademandrel.
Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildupof
grass,leaves,and trasharoundmandrels.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Replace blade. Tightenblade bolt.
Level mowerdeck.
Clean undersideof mowerhousing.
Replace blademandrel.
Clean aroundmandrels to open ventholes.

Mower blades will not
rotate

1. Obstructionin dutch mechanism.
2. Worn/damagedmowerdrivebelt.
3. Frozenidlerpulley.
4. Frozenblade mandrel.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Remove obstruction.
Replace mower drive belt.
Replace idlerpulley.
Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

1.
2.
3.
4.

Engine speed too slow.
Travel speed too fast.
Wet grass.
Mower deck not level.

5.
6.
7.
8.

Lowlunavan tire air pressure.
Worn, bent or loose blade.
Buildup of grass, leaves end trash under mower.
Mower ddve belt worn.

9.
10.
11.

Blades impropedy installed.
Improper blades used.
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

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

Placethrottlecontrolin "FAST"position.
Shiftto slowerspeed.
Allowgrassto dry beforemowing.
Level mowerdeck.
Check tires forproperair pressure.
Replaselsharpenblade. Tighten bladebelt.
Clean undersideof mowerhousing.
Replacemower drive belt.
Reinstallbladessharp edge down.
Replacewith bladeslistedin this manual.
Clean aroundmandrelsto open vent holes.

1. Turn switch"ON".
2, Replacebulb(s).
3. Check/replacelightswitch.
4. Check wiringand connections,
5. Replacefuse.

Headlight(e) not working
(if so equipped)

Switch is =OFF'.

2.
3.
4.
5.

Bulb(s) burned ouL
Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged widng.
Blown fuse.

Battery will not charge

I.
2.
3.
4.

Bad batterycell(s).
Poorcableconnections,
Faultyregulator(if soequipped).
Faultyalternator.

1.
2.

Replace battery.
Check/clean all connections.

3.
4.

Replace regulator,
Replace aitemator.

Loss of drive

1.
2.
3.

Freewheel controlin =disengaged"position.
Motionddve beltworn,damaged,or broken.
Air trappedin transmissionduringshipment
or servicing.

1.
2.
3.

Place freewheelcontrolin "engaged"position.
Replace motion drive belt.
Purgetransmission.

Engine "back/Irea"
when turning engine
"OFF"

Enginethrottlecontrolnotset at "SLOW"
positionfor 30 secondsbeforestoppingengine.

Move throttle control to =SLOW" position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

SERVICE NOTES

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940
SCHEMATIC

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BA'I-rERY
Rm

RELAY

STARTER

GFC

IGNmON SWITCH
REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

NON-REMOVABLE
•
CONNECTIONS

H_B
DA

ENGINE CONNECTOR
REGULATOR
(PURPLE
WIRE,-_

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
REDWIRE)
_
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR CARBURETOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
- (_REE.
w,
RE)

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I'_--I II

WITRAERFO
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(WHITE WIRE)

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ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
8
10
11
12
16
21
22
25
26
27
28
29
30
33
40
45
46
47
50
81
83

144927
74760412
7603J
145211
150109
145769
153664
166184
4152J
154335
108824X
73510400
157899
160784
163968
140403X
166178
122822X
110940X
164881
145693
109748X
163996

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Battery
Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4
Tray, Battery
Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 X 7.5 zinc
Holdown Battery Front Mount
Nut Push Nylon 1/4"
Switch Interlock Push-In
Harness Headlight
Bulb Light
Cable/Boot Asm
Fuse
Hex Keps Nut 1/4-20 Unc
Cable, Ground
Switch, Plunger Normal OP Olive
Switch, Ign
Key
Harness, Ignition
Ammeter
Meter Hour
Screw Pn Hd #6 x 3/8
Switch, PTO
Relay Asm.
Socket, Light Bulb

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

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
CHASSIS

- - MODEL NUMBER

944.609940

AND ENCLOSURES

40
147

122/

37
147

68_T
47

35_

_146

/
68
17

56
91
45

100

_,_

99
7O
6360

17---_

122

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY
NO.
1
2
4
5
6
7
8
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
23
24
28
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
39
40
42
43
44
45
47

PART
NO.
150253
140506
73800700
163976
157882
17720406
145166
161023X558
160568
121794X
17490612
160564X558
19131312
STD523710
STD541437
17490616
145243X558
145244X558
145052
161419
161327
161326
142131
19111116
74780512
163982X558
136961
156111
STD533710
136939
136940
154913
17490608

DESCRIPTION
Rail, Frame RH
Drawbar, Gt
Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc
Dash, Stealth YTGT 2Cyl
Dash Asm., Lower
Screw, ThdCut 1/4-20x1/2
Support, Battery
Hood Asm., Pnt
Lens, Stealth Asm Headlight Bar
Cover, Access
Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4
Gdlle Stealth
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
Bo_t,Fin Hex 3/8-16 x I
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x I TY-TT
Footrest, RH
Footrast, LH
Saddle, Hydro 1995
Bracket Supt 1-pc VGT Steering
Bracket Pivot Chassis Lh
Bracket Pivot Chassis Rh
Bracket, Engine Support Rear
Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16o18 x 3/4
Fender, Pnt. Stealth
Bracket, Axle Front
Bracket, Support Axle/Engine
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x I
Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh
Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh
Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

KEY
NO.

PAR3'
NO.

50
52
56
58
60
63
68
70
54
66
90
91
95
98
99
100
101
102
103
106
120
122
130
138
139
140
141
142
144
146
147
148

152728
STD541431
154914
137113
17490620
19131514
17490508
137159
142992
74760716
11050600
156586
105531X
140503
140871
124236X
17490628
STD624003
142273
138775
19131616
161464
164863
163975X428
161330
163806
163805
161897
161900
161237
162967
164655

DESCRIPTION
Bracket, Chassis Front
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18
Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh
Bracket Asm., Fender
ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Washer 13/32 x I x 14 Ga,
Screw, Thd 5/16-18 x 1/2
Guide, Belt Mid Span
Stop, Over Center Mower
Bolt, Fin Hex 7/16-14 Unc x 1
Washer, Lock External Tooth 3/8
Rail, Frame Lh
Push Nut, Nylon
Bracket SkidChassis
Rod By Pass
Cap By Pass Rod
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-3/4
Retainer, Spring
Lock, By Pass
Bolt 5/16-18 Type TT
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16Ga.
Screw Hex Wsh 8-16 x 7/8
Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4
Cupholder YTGT
Bolt Shoulder 5/16 - 18 TT
Magnet Stealth YTGT
Striker Plate Stealth YTGT
Bracket Dash Stealth Rh
Bracket Dash Stealth Lh
Duct Heat Hot Stealth
Fastner Nutpal
Bumper

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

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MODEL NUMBER

944.609940

DRIVE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

2
3
5
6
7
9
15
17
20
22
23
28
29
30
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
46
47
48
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
58
61
64
66
66
67
68
69

7070E
7563R
STD541437
STD561210
140507
140080
STD551037
140921
STD541350
156103
130564
STD541237
140494
STD551037
12000053
124236X
137648
149412
121749X
150035
STD511010
5304J
STD541410
8883R
145170
138228
72110612
131494
STD541437
139123
207J
161590
105706X
140218
74760724
140488
145752
67609
140296
19131312
STD571812
123800X

DESCRIPTION
Key 1/4 x 2.5
Washer Thrust Axle Harden
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4
Wheel Hub Asm.
Bolt Hub
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga
Spring Rod Brake
Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20
Shift Arm Asm
Knob
Nut
Brake Rod
Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Ga.
Ring E
Cap Plunger
Rod Parking Brake
Spring Drive Ground
Washer25/32 x 1-1/4x 16 Gauge
Nyliner, Bushing
Screw Fin #10-24 x I
Actuator Interlock Switch
Nut Lock#10-24
Cover Pedal
Retainer Spring
Clutch Rod
Bolt Cardage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5
Pulley Idler Flat
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC
Pulley Idler Grooved
Washer Hartdened
Idler Clutch 98 Arm Asm
Bearing, Idler
V-Belt
Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x1-1!2
PulleryTransaxle
Shaft Asm Brake Parking Clutch
Bolt Shoulder
Washer Hardened
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga
Pin Roll
Washer

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

70
71
72
73
74
76
77
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
96
98
99
100
101
104
105
106
107
108
109
111
112
113
115
116
117
--

164892X428
151179
STD541431
74490548
142432
140481
74760716
STD533106
140484
17490612
150586
140479
140490
17541020
140462
140491
161592
73680700
140489
17490644
74760520
140502
133835
141103
141004
17490624
12688iX
156106
140480
17580408
142918
154739
142917
140929
156240
156104
73220700
123405X
73900500
73900600
163198

DESCRIPTION
Console Shift
Plate Console Shift
Locknut Hex W/Washer Insert
Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x 3 Gr.5
Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2
Bracket Transaxle
Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1
Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 518
Bracket Torque RH
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4
Bracket Mount Torque/Fan
Strap Torque Mid
Spacer
Screw #10-24 x 1-1/4
Fan 7" Hydro
Adapter Fan
Pulley Idler V-Groove Flange
Nut Crownlock 7116-14 UNC
Keeper Belt
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 2-3/4
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1.25
Link Shift Asm
Fastner Christmas Tree
Washer Nickel Plated
Bracket Shift
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Washer Compression
Washer Bellville
Bracket Idler
Screw Tap 1/4-20 x 1/2
O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 70110
Line Fuel Hydro 15" VGT Serv
Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear 70109
Spring Return Brake
Spacer Shift Lever VGTH
Washer Nylon High Temp
Nut Hex ASF 7/16-14 UNC
Keeper Belt T/A Gnd Dr LR
Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18
Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 UNC
Transaxle Hydro

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25,4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

_'__.1_

_'°

14
15

31
34
1313
32
6
27

¢
42
28
19
27

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17

159944X428
137094
6855M
161849
161848
6266H
121748X
12000029
121232X
74781044
136518
73901000
121749X
STD551137
STD541537
145103
137347

18
19
20
21
22
23
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
44
45

137155
156011
163887
159945
155105
152927
STD523710
159946X428
3366R
17490612
104239X
12000034
138136
19111610
STD551131
STD523107
138059
137156
73360600
109850X
73700600
109851X
155246
17490508
160135
19132411

DESCRIPTION
Wheel, Steedng
Axle Asm., Front
Fitting, Grease
Spindle Asm, LH
Spindle Asm., RH
Bearing, Race Thrust Harden
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
Ring, Klip #T5304-75
Cap, Spindle
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4
Spacer, Brg. Axle Front
Nut, Lock Range 518-11 Unc
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8
Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 UNF
Shaft Asm., Steedng
Rod Asm., Tie Ball J Ball Vgt
(Inc. Key No. 36-40)
Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt
Support Asm., SteeringVgt
Boot Steering Stealth GTYT
Adapter, Wheel Steering
Bushing, Strg.
Screw
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 X 1 Gro5
Insert Cap Strg Wh
Bearing, Col. Strg.
Screw thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 TY-'I-I"
Bearing, Flange
Ring, Klip Truarc #5304-75
Bushing, Nyliner Snap
Washer 11/32 x I x 10 Ga.
Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16
Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4
Gear, Sector Steering
Tie Rod
Jam Nut RH Thread
Joint Asm. Ball RH Thread
Jam Nut LH Thread
Joint Asm. Ball LH Thread
Bracket Switch Interlock VGT 97
Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT
Extension Steedng Premium
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga.

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

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38

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ENGINE

KEY
NO.

2
5
7
8
9
10
11
12
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
33
35
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
45
47
48
54
55
84
65
67
69
72
73
74

PART
NO.

150249
13200300
151396
121361X
150828
105432X
140923
143996
151346
109227X
106082X
161493
13290300
164409
164863
164416
STD551237
73920600
3545J
139277
7834R
132920
STD551437
10010500
123487X
74780624
17490636
17490664
126197X
STD551143
150280
M73030800
142040
19132007
19131414
13280336
17490612
19131614
17490512
24-041-02
150250
153992
162295

DESCRIPTION
Engine (See Breakdown)
Kohler Model CV25S-69526
Muffler VGT Side Mount 25HP
Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT
Muffler Asm Guard
Pulley V-Idler
Keeper Asm Belt Engine VGT 96
Bushing
Clutch Electric
Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch
Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96
Pad Spacer
Pad Spacer
Cap Asm Fuel W/Gauge
Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)
Control Throttle
Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4
Control Choke
Lockwasher Ext Tooth 3/8
Nut Keps 3/8 - 24 UNF
Bushing
Stem Tank Fuel
Fuel Line
Spark Arrester Kit
Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8 - 16
Washer Slit
Clamp Hose
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/2
Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 Uric
Screw "l-r 3/8-16 x 4
Washer 1-1/20D X 15/32 ID X .250
Washer Lock 7/16
Bolt Hex 7/16 - 20 X 4 - 1/4 Ga 5
Nut Flange M6-1.25
Spacer Engine
Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 7 Ga.
Washer Flat 13/32 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Nipple Pipe 4-1/2"
Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 TY-I-I"
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 314
Gasket
Muffler Pre CV25
Shield Heat
Elbow Street Brass

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

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19
12
21

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
12
13

140124
140551
140675
127018X
145006
STD541437
124181X
150176
155925
121246X
121248X

DESCRIPTION
Seat
Bracket, Pivot Seat
Strap, Fender Asm.
Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62
Clip, Push-In Hinged
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
Spring, Seat Cprsn.
Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 w/Sems
Pan, Seat
Bracket, Mounting Switch
Bushing, Snap

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22

72050412
121249X
123740X
123976X
19171912
166369
124238X
153236
STD541431

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
Spacer, Split
Spring, Cprsn.
Nut, Lock 114 Lg. Fig. Gr. 5
Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
Knob, Seat
Cap, Spring Seat BIk
Bolt 5/16-18
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

All component dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

given in U.S. inches

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LIFT ASSEMBLY
4O
42

35 17

9
10
\

3
4
4

2
_11
12_

2425 26

23
13

22
12

2O
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22

121006X
159187
159189
12000022
19292016
74780624
125631X
122365X
122364X
2876H
146704
163552
139868
140302
STD541437
674A247
STD541237
143363
STD551037
5328J
STD523710
127218

DESCRIPTION
Rod Asm., Lever
Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt
Lever Asm., Lift Rh
E-Ring Truarc #5133-87
Washer 29132 x 1-114 x 16 Ga.
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Grip, Handle Fluted
Button, Plunger
Plunger, Lever Lift
Spring 2-118"
Link Lift
Retainer, Spring
Arm, Suspension Vgt
Bearing, Pvt. Lift Sphedcal
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc
Spring Asm., Assist Lift
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc
Bracket, Spring Assist
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
Bolt, Adjust Spring Assist
Bolt, Fin Hex 318-16 x 1
Link, Front

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

23
24
25
26
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
38
39
40
41
42
43
70
72

STD624008
73350800
130171
73800800
150233
110807X
STD551037
137150
STD560907
137167
138057
155097
123935X
17490512
73540600
19112410
123934X
145212
110452X

DESCRIPTION
Retainer, Spring
Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
Trunnion
Nut, LockW/Wsh
1/2-13 Unc
Trunnion Inf. Height
Nut, Special
Washer 13/32 x 518 x 16 Ga.
Spdng, Compression Inf Hgt
Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 112
Rod, Adj Lift
Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc
Pointer, Height Indicator
Plug, Hole
Screw Thdrol 5116-18 x 314
Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24
Washer 11132 x 1-112 x 10 Ga.
Scale, Indicator Height
Nut, Hexflange Lock
Nut Push Phos. & Oil

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

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

-_- MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

MOWER DECK

45
53,

63_62
47

_ 110
6

I
36
22

112
45

54
6
7

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
MOWER

- - MODEL NUMBER

944.609940

DECK

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

156990
STD541431
138457
STD624008
130832
850857
STD651137
140296
137380
156468

12
13

129895
137553

14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
26
27
28
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
42
43

137152
110485X
140329
106735X
19111016
105304X
123713X
137607
110452X
110509X
STD533707
STD551037
132823
157722
137266
153535
129963
72140610
72110616
72110608
137166
156085
131494
136572
STD533107
136460

DESCRIPTION
Deck Asm., Mower 50" Vented
Nut, Crownlock 5116-18
Bracket Asm., Sway Bar
Retainer, Spring
Arm Suspension, Rear
Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 Patched
Washer, Lock Hvy 3/8 Unplated
Washer, Hard Blade Mower Vented
Blade, 50" Mulching (Originally
equipped with)
Blade Thick Hi-Lift Premium 50"
(For better wear)
Bearing, Ball #6204 (Mandrel)
Shaft Asm., W/Lower Brg (Includes
Key No. 12)
Housing, Mandrel 50" Vent
Bearing, Ball Mandrel
Stripper, Mower Vented
Rod, Hinge
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Spring, Torsion Deflector
Spdng, Torison Delector
Bracket, Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield, Deflector Mower
Bolt RDHD Sht SQNK 3/8-16 x 3/4
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
Spacer, Spring Stop Idler
Screw Thd Rolling Washer Head
Nut, Fig Top Lock Cntr 9/16
Pulley, Mandrel
Washer, Spacer Mower Vented
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2
Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16 x 1 Gr. 5
Stiffener, Arm Idler
Keeper, Belt Idler
Pulley, Idler Flat
Pulley, Driven
Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4
Arm, Idler Secondary

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
58
59
62
63
54
65
66
67
99
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
112
113
--

122052X
STD541431
74760628
137200
137729
136574
137272
137273
139245
137789
139573
144959
138687
133957
137644
133943
72110612
19121414
151831
156009
73930600
STD533717
153390
155986X505
156941
156852
156853
156854
156856
72010505
73980500
19171216
72110504
143651

158325

DESCRIPTION
Spacer. Retainer
Nut, Crowniock 3/6-16 Unc
Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uncx 1-3/4
Cover. Mandrel RH
Screw, Thd Roll 114-20 x 5/8
Cover, Mandrel LH
Arm, Idler Pdmary
Spring, Secondary
Pulley, Idler V Groove
Shield, Idler
V-Belt, Mower Primary
V-Belt, Mower Secondary
Spdng, Pdmary
Wheel, Gauge
Bolt, Shoulder
Washer Hardened
Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Pulley Idler Flat Mower
Keeper, Belt Idler 50" Vent
Nut, Center Lock 3/8-16
Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5
Washer Felt
Bar Pnt. Adjusting Wheel Guage
Pin Head Rivet
Bracket Whl Ga. Asm. Rear Rh 50"
Bracket Whl Ga. Asm. Rear Lh 50"
Bracket Whl Ga. Asm. Front Rh 50"
Bracket Whl Ga. Asm. Front Lh 50'
Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Nut Crownlock 5/16-18
Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 15 Ga.
Bolt Carr. 5/15 - UNC x 1/2
Mandrel Asm (Includes Key Nos. 810, 12-15, 31 and 33)
Mower Asm Service (Std. Deck Order separately all Nose Roller
and all Gauge Wheel components)

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

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR-_HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE

MODEL NUMBER

- - MODEL NUMBER

944.609940
222-3010

(2)

129

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE

KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
7
16
20
21
22
33
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
45
46
47
49
63
64

164591
164592
153765
142876
142877
142878
142879
142929
142880
142882
142883
142884
142885
142886
142887
142888
142889
142890
142891
142892
153766
142894
150818

65
67
68
69
70
71

142897
142898
142899
142900
142901
142902

- - MODEL NUMBER
- - MODEL NUMBER

DESCRIPTION
Assembly, Housing, LH
Assembly, Housing RH
O Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25
Brake Shaft Assembly
Axle Mounting Horn Assembly
Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x.08
Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x.09
Brake Yoke Assembly
Brake Arm
Puck Plate
Brake Puck
Washer 7/80.D. x 7/16 x.060
Nut, Castle 5/16-24
Cotter Pin
Brake Actuating Pin
Hi Pro Key
Spacer
Brake Disc
Bolt 1/4-20x1-1/2
Bolt 1/4-20xl
DifferentialAssembly
Dowel Pin
Reduction Gear,
14 Teeth to 38 Teeth
Final Drive Pinion Assembly
Jack,shaft
O-Ring
Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32
Washer 718 X 1-1/2
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x3.5

222-3010

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

72
73
74
76
77
78
79
81
82
89
91
95
103
104
106
108
109
110
111
112
113
117
123
124
129

Locknut, Hex 5116-18
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2
Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1
Shoulder Bolt
Freewheel Actuating Arm
Oil Seal .625 x 1.0 x .25
Grease (10 oz. Tube)
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4
Bolt 5/16-18 x 4-1/2
Filter, Spin On
Pump, BDU-10L-122
Plug, Straight Thread
Washer
Vent Cap Assembly
Fitting O-Ring Assembly
Control Arm
Set Screw
Filter Head
Hose 1/2"
Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 90 ° 7/8 SAE
Fitting, 1/2" Beaded 60 ° 9/16
Fitting, 112"Beaded 90 ° 9116
O Ring
Pinch Clamp
Spring, Long

153767
142904
142905
142907
142908
142909
153768
142910
142911
142912
153769
142914
142916
142917
142918
142919
142920
142921
150820
150823
150821
150822
150824
150825
153771

NOTE:

944.609940

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

REPAIR PARTS i
':-TRACTOR'

;'MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

HYDRO GEAR PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122

KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
12
13
14
15
17
19
21
22
23

144569
122716X
122745X
122715X
122700X
122699X
122767X
122717X
122748X
122749X
144571
122770X
153801
122722X
144573
142978

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

25
32
37
38
42
43
44
47
53
60
62
63
64
67

Shaft, Pump
Ring, Retaining
Bearing, Ball
Spacer
Seal, Lip
Ring, Retaining
Bearing, Cradle
Seal, Lip
Arm, Trunnion
Guide, Slot
Housing Kit, Transmission
Bearing, Thrust, Ball
Center Section Kit
Seal, Lip
Shaft, Motor
Washer, Block Thrust

DESCRIPTION

127148X
142938
122786X
122718X
144578
144578
144579
122752X
127153X
142977
144581
144582
144583
144584

Swashplate, Vadable
Block Assembly
Pin, Stainless, Headless
Gasket, Center Section
Check Valve Kit
Check Valve Kit
Charge Relief Kit
Screw, Socket Head, Cap
Bypass Valve Kit
Block Spring
O-Ring
Charge Pump Kit
Geretor Assembly
Screw, Socket Head, Cap

153769

Pump Assembly, Complete

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940
DECALS
3

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
10
11
12
13

PART
NO.
164097
164759
163916
163917
164884
137259
163204
157140
101892X
146790
163267

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,
Decal,

14
15
17
19
23
24
27
29
-----

Dash
Eng Lg
Hood, Craftsman, RH
Hood, Craftsman, LH
Blower Hsng
Waming, Multi-Lang
Fender, Craftsman
Danger
Clutch/Brake
V-Belt Ddve Schematic
Dash Panel

WHEELS & TIRES

PART
NO.
160397
164065
140837
138047
106202X
149517
142342
163223
138311
157199
168296
168297

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
--

3
4
7

10
5

9
8

PART
NO.
59192
65139
148736X427
8134H
148741
278H
9040H
104757X
151607
7154J
148736X427
6856M
144334

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Decal, V-Belt Schematic
Decal, Steering Wheel
Decal, SaddleBrake Parking
Decal, Batte_
Reflector, Taillight
Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn
Decal, Drawbar
Decal, Fender Auto Trans
Decal, Handle Lift (Lift Handle)
Pad Ftrest R Br Sq Craftsman 95
Manual, Owner's (English)
Manual, Owner's (French)

DESCRIPTION

Cap, Valve, Tire
Stem, Valve
Rim Assembly, Front
Tube, Front (Service Item Only)
Tire, Front
Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)
Searing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)
Cap, Axle (FrontWheel Only)
Tire, Rear
Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)
Rim Assembly, Rear
FitUng, Grease
Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)
All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
LTRACTOR -. MODEL NUMBER

944.609940

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526
CYLINDER HEAD VALVE & BREATHER

"RANKCASE

I._ ).---22
20-

I
29

7--

_10

2
_--14

REPAIR PARTS
•TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940
KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

HEADNALVE/BREATHER
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1

24-033-03

2 24-041-23
3 24-096-15
4 M-0645020
5 X-75-23
6 12-351-02
7 24-755-66
8 24-411-O5
9 24-041-32
10 24-318-18
11 25-186-01
12 24-599-01
13 M-0640034
14 12-066-16
15 24-755-74
16
17
18
19

24-153-16
24-086-32
24-445-01
24-016-01
24-016-02
20 24-017-01
24-017-02
21 24-032-05
22 235011
23 24-089-02
24 12-173-01
25 12-755-03
26 24-318-17
27 24-755-76
28
29

25-313-02
24-755-57

30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37

M-0545016
24-445-02
24-126-44
24-112-12
24-294-06
24-326-13
24-326-14
X-426-9

DESCRIPTION
Kit, breather cover w/gasket
(Includes 2,3)
Gasket, breather
Cover, breather
Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x20 (4)
Plug, allen hd. 1/8"
Lifter, valve (4)
Kit, valve train (Includes 8,11,12)
Rod, push (4)
Gasket, cylinder head (2)
Head assembly, #2 cylinder
Arm, rocker (4)
Pivot, rocker arm (4)
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x34 (4)
Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x90 (8)
Kit, valve cover - plain
olncludes 16,17)
-Ring
Screw, shoulder (4)
Strap, lifting
Valve, exhaust (Std.) (2)
Valve, exhaust (.25) (2)
Valve, intake (Std.) (2)
Valve, intake (.25) (2)
Seal, valve stem (2)
Retainer, spring (4)
Spring, valve (4)
Cap, valve spring (4)
K t, retainer (4)
Head assembly, #1 cylinder
Kit, valve cover - breather
GlnCL16,17,28)
rommet, rubber (2)
Kit, breather separator
(Includes 28,30-33)
Screw, hex.flange M5x0.Sx16 (2)
Strap, breather
Bracket, breather separator
Spacer
Fitting
Hose, breather
Hose, breather
Clamp, hose (2)

CRANKCASE
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

DESCRIPTION

24-032-01
Seal, oil front
Crankcase (USE: Miniblock)
24-294-13
Fitting
Pin, dowel locating (6)
12-380-17
Connecting Rod (Std,) (2)
24-067-13
Connecting Rod (.25) (2)
24-067-14
24-874-08
Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (2)
(Includes 7,8)
24-108-05
Ring Set (Std.) (2)
24-018-01
Retainer, piston pin (2)
Shim, camshaft (A.R,)
12-422-09
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-13
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-07
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-08
Shim, camshaft
12-422-10
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-11
Shim, camshaft (A.R.)
12-422-12
Camshaft
24-012-05
52-139-09
Plug, cup
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sxl0 (2)
M-0545010
Retainer, reed (2)
24-018-04
Reed breather (2)
24-402-05
12-153-01
O-Ring, Lower oil fill tube
Bracket, oil fill tube
24-126_19
Tube, oil fill
12-123-04
Screw hex. flange M5x0.8x16
M-0545016
O-Ring, upper oil fill tube
12-153-02
24-038-04
Dipstick assembly (Includes 21,22)
Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 22)
24-755-46
12-153-03
O-Ring, dipstick
Pin, hitch
12-380-04
Washer, plain 6 mm
M-0631005
Seal, governor cross shaft
12-032-01
Washer, plain 1/4"
X-25-102
Shaft, governor cross
24-144-01

REPAIR PARTS
""
KOHLER

ENGINE

TRACTOR-'

- MODEL

NUMBER

MODEL NUMBER
CV25S, TYPE NUMBER

944.609940
69526

BLOWER HOUSING

IGNITION I ELECTRICALJ

AND BAFFLES J

9 ._

_7
_8

AIR INTAKE

S
8
14

9
11

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

- - MODEL NUMBER

944.609940

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

IGNITION/CHARGING
KEY PART
NO. NO.

54-755-15
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

M-0403025
X-25-92
24-112-04
25-086-47
24-157-03
12-086-14
12-468-03
X-42-15
24-025-08
25-403-03
X-25-92
24-086-18
236602
54-755-09

16
17
18
19
20
21
22

12-132-06
M-0548025
48-154-02
47-154-01
X-25-63
24-584-11
M-0561025

23
24
25
NOT

M-0448010
24-584-09
24-063-27
ILLUSTRATED
24-126-71
X-25-63
24-176-27
25-518-28
X-22-11
24-11 3-18

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES
KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

Kit, grass screen
(Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18)
Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 (4)
Washer, plain 5/16" (4)
Spacer, grass screen (4)
Bolt, shoulder (4)
Fan
Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46
Washer,plain 3/8".
Key
Flywheel
Rectifier-regulator
Washer, plain 3/16" (2)
Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/8 (2)
Connector (3 contact)
Kit, 15 amp stetor
_ncludes 24 126 71)
park Plug (2)
Screw, hex. cap M5x0.Sx25 (2)
Clip, cable
Clip, cable
Washer, plain 1/4"
Module, ignition (2)
Screw, thread forming
MSx0.8x25 (4)
Screw, hex. flanage M4x0.7xl0 (2)
Module, speed advance
Baffle, heat shield

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
NOT

54-027-95

DESCRIPTION

Housing, blower
(Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 36)
Nut, plastic (2)
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16
Plate, backing - # 2 side
Plate, backing - # 1 side
Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 2 side
Baffle, valley - #2 side
Baffle, cylinder barrel-# 1 side
Baffle, valley - #1 side
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0

24-100-02
M-0545020
M-0545016
M-0551016
M-0645016
24-146-11
24-146-08
24-063-39
24-063-14
24-063-31
24-063-23
M-0545010
ILLUSTRATED
24-063-36
Baffle, blower housing
M-0545010
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0
Cover, control
N/A
24-086-06
Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/4"

(2)
(4)
(6)

(2)
(2)
(2)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION
KEY PART
NO. NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14

Bracket, stator wire
Washer, plain 1/4"
Harness, widng
Lead, black (rect.-reg. 4" - 18
gauge - insulated grip barrel
eyelets)
Washer, lock 1/4"
Decal, grass screen

24-164-06
M-0651055
24-041-01
24-041-14
24-094-13
24-041-13
24-109-05
24-083-05
24-083-03
230046
24-096-01
12-100-01
24-096-65
54-755-01

DESCRIPTION

Manifold, intake
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x55 (4)
Gasket, intake manifold (2)
Gasket, air cleaner base
Base, air cleaner
Gasket, fuel spitback cup
Cup, fuelspitback
Precleaner, element
Element, air cleaner
Seal, breather
Cover, inner air cleaner
Wing Nut
Cover, air cleaner
Kit, knob with seal
(Includes 15 & 16)
O-Ring
Knob, cover

15 24-153-15
16 25-341-03
NOT ILLUSTRATED
12-113-53
Decal, air cleaner

REPAIR PARTS
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ENGINE

- MODEL

NUMBER

;TARTING SYSTEM J

"" MODEL NUMBER

944.609940

CV25S, TYPE NUMBER

69526

ENGINE CONTROLS J

_/
18---6

_t7

_13
$
2

_22

a.... o
OIL PAN LUBRICATIONJ

10/_

_,/14

I;'1_22

/.18

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR
KOHLER

ENGINE

- MODEL

NUMBER

- - MODEL NUMBER

944,609940

CV25S, TYPE NUMBER

69526

STARTING SYSTEM

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Starter, solenoid shift
Screw, hex. flange M8x1.24x80 (2)
Nut, hex. flangeM8x1.25
Bolt, thru M5x0.8x99 (2)
Cap, commutator end
Insulator
Spdng, brush (4)
Holder, brush
Kit, brush (Includes 7)
Frame
Nut, starter
Solenoid
Armature
Pinion, drive
Kit, starter repair
Lever, starter drive
Cap, drive end
Nut, starter (2)

12-098-03
M-0839080
M-0841080
52-211-05
12-301-01
52-168-01
52-089-09
52-323-03
52-221-01
12-471-01
52-100-09
52-435-02
12-170-03
12-239-01
24-755-84
12-090-10
12-081-02
52-100-10

KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3
4
5
. 6
7

M-0645025
M-0631005
24-755-59
24-393-08
24-123-05
24-162-26
24-043-12

8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

1_-380-01
52-448-02
12-144-02
24-041-24
24-422-03
X-75-32
52-032-08
24-086-17
24-086-16
X-75-10
54-755-14

19
20
21

24-136-05
24-153-17
24-100-01

ENGINE CONTROLS
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

SM-0542025
24-090-14
M-0641060
24-089-01
25-158-08
24-079-04
25-158-11
M-0647060
X-25-52
24-090-20
25-431-01
277341
24-079-10
M-0639016
24-126-59
X-25-72
24-112-10
24-090-09
24-089-18
M-0401030
24-126-17
24-144-11
24-086-06
M-0446030
M-0545016
24-089-20
M-0645016
12-237-01

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2)
Washer, plain 6 mm (2)
Pan, oil assembly (Includes 5-11)
Oil pump assembly (Includes 5)
Tube, oil pickup
Screen, oil
Kit, governor gear w/pin
(Includes 8)
Pin, governor regulating
Tab,locking
Shaft, governor gear
Gasket, oil pan
Shim, thrust
Plug, hex. ctsk. 3/8"
Seal, oil (PTO end)
Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45
Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45 (9)
Plug, sq. hd. solid 3/8" N.P.T.F.
Kit, oil cooler
(Incl. 19-24, 24 146 11
& 41 037 10)
Nipple, oil filter
O-Ring
Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x45
(2) 24 086 12
Nut, plastic (2)
Cooler, oil
Filter, oil

22
23 24-594-15
24 52-050-02
NOT ILLUSTRATED
41-037-10
Decal, write-on nameplate
24-146-11
Plate, backing #2 side
24-113-25
Decal, oil cooler

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25
Lever, governor
+Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0
Spdng, linkage
Bushing, linkage retaining
Linkage, throttle
Bushing, throttle linkage (2)
Nut, hex. M6xl.0 (3)
Washer, plain 1/4"
Lever, i:hoke
Spacer
Washer, spdng 3/8"
Linkage, choke
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16
Bracket, control
Washer, plain 1/4" (3)
Spacer
Lever, throttle control (2)
Spring, governor
Screw, hex. cap M4-0.7x30
Bracket, throttle shaft
Shaft, throttle
Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/4" (2)
Nut, hex. M4x0.7
Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (2)
Spring, throttle shaft
Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (3)
Clamp, cable (2)

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR

- _ MODEL NUMBER

944.609940

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

CRANKSHAFT

EXHAUST

FUEL SYSTEM

I
m

/
1

12
\
7

to
\
o
9

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940
KOHLER

ENGINE

- MODEL

NUMBER

CV25S, TYPE NUMBER

CRANKSHAFT
KEY PART
NO. NO,
I
2

24-014-72
52-139-09

FUEL SYSTEM
KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION
Crankshaft (Includes 2)
Plug, cup

EXHAUST
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2

24-04"1-02
25-07"2-04
24-755-03

69526

24-853-27

2
3

24-041-15
24-053-27

DESCRIPTION
Gasket, exhaust (2)
Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4)
Gasket Set

4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
NOT

24-041-14
24.126-53
M-0259005
M-0629105
M-0641060
24-353-03
X-426-9
24-086-12
24-393-04
24-100-01
25-353-03
24-050-02
ILLUSTRATED
24-234-02
24-757-18
24-757_19
24-757-20
24-757-21
24-757-22

DESCRIPTION
Kit, carburetor w/gaskets
(Includes 2-6)
Gasket, carburetor
Carburetor assembly
(For information only not
available separately)
(Includes 24 234 02
24 757 18, 24 757 19, 24 757 20,
24 757 21, _A.757 22)
Gasket, air cleaner base
Bracket, throttle stop
Screw, pan hd. M2.5x0.45x5
Stud, M6x1.0x110 (2)
Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2)
Line, fuel 10-518"
Clamp, hose (6)
Screw, hex. cap. M6xl.7x18 (2)
Pump, fuel - pulse
Nut, plastic (2)
Line, fuel 13-1/2" (2)
Filter, fuel
Chamber, float (bowl)
Kit, overhaul w/gaskets
Kit, choke repair w/gaskets
Kit, gasket
Kit, accelerator pump w/gaskets
Kit, solenoid replacement w/gaskets

SERVICE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

_H_'°_oo_

ol
r.D

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 gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.

CRAFTS fIN+
OWNER'S
MANUAL

24,0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
°

MODEL NO.
944.609940

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model
number.
The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate
located under the seat.
The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of
the engine.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Canada, Inc. Service Centre/Department and most Retail Stores.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION:

HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS

•

PRODUCT - TRACTOR

•

MODEL NUMBER - 944.609940

•

ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - CV26S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

•

PART NUMBER

•

PART DESCRIPTION

Your Seats memhandise has added value when you consider Sears has
service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to
you, we service what we sell.

NEED A PART?
SEARS HAS ACCESS TO OVER 800,000 PARTS
WHETHER IT'S A SPARK PLUG OR LAWNMOWER BLADE.
SEARS PARTS AND SERVICE CAN SUPPLY YOU WITH
TOP QUALITY REPAIR PARTS FOR ALL YOUR PRODUCTS.
JUST CALL ONE OF THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS TO PLACE YOUR
ORDER. IF CALLING LOCALLY:
Regina - 566-5124
Montreal - 333-5740
Toronto - 744-4900
Halifax - 454-2444
K|tchener - 894-7590
Ottawa - 738-4440
Vancouver - 420-8211

ALL OTHER AREAS CALL 1-800-665-4455
Sears Canada,

168296

12.23.98

Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

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