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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO,

944.609940

Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructuons

Before Operating

This Equipment

CRAFTSMAN+

24.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER

AUTOMATIC,

GARDEN TRACT_DR

• Assembly

• Operation

•Customer Responsibilities

•Service and Adjustments

•Repair Parts

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

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

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

OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS

INJURY OR DEATH,

I. GENERAL OPERATION

Read, undemtand,and followall instructionsinthe manual

and on the machinebefore starting.

•Only allow responsibleadults, who are familiar with the

instructions,to operatethe machine.

•Clear the area of ob ects suchas rocks toys, wire, etc,,

whch coud be p cked upand thrownby the blade.

Besurethe areaisclearofotherpeoplebefore mowing.Stop

machineif anyone entersthe area.

Nevercarrypassengers,

•Donotmowinreverseunlessabsolutelynecessary, Always

lookdown andbehindbefore andwhile backing.

•Beaware of the mowerdischargedirectionanddonotpoint

it at anyone. Do not operate the mowerwithouteitherthe

entiregrasscatcherorthe guardin place.

Slowdown beforeturning.

Neverleavea runningmachineunattended.Alwaysturnoff

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

beforedismounting.

•Turn offblades whennotmowing.

•Stopengine before removinggrasscatcher or unclogging

chute.

Mowonly indaylightor goodartificiallight.

Do not operate the machinewhile under the influenceof

alcoholor drugs.

•Watchfortrafficwhenoperatingnearorcrossingroadways.

• Use extracare when loadingorunloadingthe machineinto

a trailerortruck.

II, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor relatedto loss-of-controland tipover

accidents,whichcan resultinsevere inuryor death. Allslopes

requireextrecaution.Ifyoucannotbackupthe sobeorifyoufeel

uneasyon it,do notmow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

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

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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

to stop or shift while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

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

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

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 ifan 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.

IlL CHILDREN

Tragic accidentscan occur if the operator is not alert to the

presenceofchildren.Childrenare oftenattractedtothe machine

andthe mowingactivity. Neverassume thatchildrenwillremain

whereyoulastsaw them.

•Keepchildrenoutofthe mowingarea andunderthewatchful

care of anotherresponsibleadult.

•Be alertandturnmachine offif childrenenterthe area,

•Before andwhen backing,look behindand down forsmall

children.

•Never cam/children. They may fall off and be ssdously

injuredorinterferewithsafe machineoperation.

•Never allowchildrento operate the machine.

•Use extra care when approachingblind corners, shrubs,

trees,or otherobjectsthat may obscurevision.

IV. SERVICE

Useextracareinhandlinggasolineandotherfuels. Theyare

flammable andvaporsare explosive.

Use onlyan approvedcontainer. ' '

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running.Allowengineto cool beforerefueling. Do not

smoke.

Neverrefuelthe machine indoors.

Neverstorethe machineorfuel containerinsidewhere

there is an open flame, suchas a water heater.

•Never runa machineinsidea closedarea.

•Keepnutsandbolts,especiallybladeattachmentbolts,tight

and keep equipmentin goodcondition.

•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operationregulady,

•Keepmachinefreeofgrass,leaves,orotherdebrisbuild-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.

•Nevermakeadjustmentsorrepairswiththe enginerunning,

Grasscatcher componentsaresubjecttowear,damage,and

deterioration,which could expose moving parts or allow

objectsto be thrown. Frequentlycheck componentsand

replacewithmanufacturer'srecommendedparts,whennec-

essary.

•Mowerbladesare sharpand can cut, Wrap the blade(s)or

wear gloves,and use extra cautionwhenservicingthem.

•Check brake operationfrequently. Adjustand service as

required.

Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERTI!I YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears_

Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac-

tured 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, well-

trained 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

DATEOFPURCHASE

THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available onthis prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caringfor and

using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under =Customer Responsibili-

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 24,0

GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: 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: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: O- 5.8

REVERSE: 0-2.1

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSi

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATrERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADEBOLTTORQUE: 27-35 FT. LBS.

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-cov-

ered 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 spark arrester for the muffler is available through your

nearest Sears Authodzed Service Centre/Department (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3. 16-19

WARRANTY .,.._._........................................................... 4

ASSEMBLY .:.............................................................. 6-9

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-15

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

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

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

Warrantyserviceis availableby returningthe CraftsmanRidingEquipmentto the nearestSears ServiceCentre/Departmentin

Canada. This warrantyappliesonlywhilethisproductis inuse inCanada.

This warrantyis in additionto any statutorywarrantyand does not excludeor limit legal dghts you may have but shall run

concurrentlywithapplicableprovinciallegislation.Furthermore,someprovincasdoNOT allowlimitationon howlongan implied

warrantywilllastso the abovelimitationsmaynotapplyto you.

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

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents

(4) Bra_

(4)_L._.k6nut _

('12) Carriage _olts

5/16-18 x 518

(4) Wheels

(4) Reta.i .ner.S.p.rings

_] L_aouo'e'°°P'

(4) Shoulder Bolt

j© I

(4) Clevis Pins

_(12) Crownlock Nuts

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

(1) Washer 17/32 x _1_ _ /

1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _,'v

(

(1)Shoulder _ _il

Bolt 5/16-18

(3) Retainer Springs

t_(__ 14) Retainer Springs

I (single loop)

-- _(2) Hex Bolts _ _ (2) Keps

I_ 1/4-20 x3/4 _ L]P y Nuts

=r _ 1/4-20

Parts packed separately in carton

tV_e_:g Seat

I I

Owners ' , Pads

Manual I', Bag

t I

Parts bag contents not shown full size

1_(2) Front Link Assemblies

(2) Keys

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Steering Sleeve

Slope Sheet

Steering Sleeve

Extension

' _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.

(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).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• 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,

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH 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 previouslyremoved.

Tighten securely.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel.

•Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation

section for location and function of controls)

Press liftlever plunger and raise attachment liftleverto

its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to

disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

the Operation section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

Remove mower and packing materials.

• Remove ties from V-belts.

_J _ / STEERING WHEEL

_f__ INSERT

_....--.--- HEX BOLT

LOCK WASHER

• _ LARGE FLAT

WASHER

_TEERING

WHEEL

STEERING TABS "

WHEEL ""_ _

ADAPTER L_

STEERING SHAFT

STEERING

SLEEVE

EXTENSION

STEERING

SLEEVE

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY(See Fig. 2)

ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

sametime. Beforeconnecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

Lift hood to raised position.

Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec-

tive caps and discard.

If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery

terminal with hex bolt andkeps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat-

tery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut.

Tighten securely.

Close terminal access doors.

ASSEMBLY

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Use terminal access doors for:

•Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard

ware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

•Testing battery.

•Jumping (if required).

•Periodic charging.

DISCARD

TERMINAL

PROTEC_VE

CAPS KEPS

NUT\

HEX BOLT

TERMINAL .*"

ACCESS

DOOR i' PosmvE

(BLACK)CABLE

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

•Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

•Place seatoon seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely.

Do not tighten.

•Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

•Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

•Slide seat untila comfortable positionis reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way

down,

•Get offseatwithoutmoving itsadjustedposition.

•Raiseseatand tightenadjustmentknob securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

ADJUSTMEN3

KNOB

FLAT

WASHER

FIG. 3

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS AND BRACK-

ETS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 4)

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.

•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.

•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.

•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.

•Adjust gauge wheels to highest position for ease of

mower deck assembly.

•Adjustgauge wheels before operatingmower as shown

in the operation section of this manual.

RETAINER

SPRING -_-_'_'_.

PIN \I_CROWNLOCK

__ NUT

WHEEL ./_, I

MOUNTING _}_ I/

BRACKET /_

SHOULDER _1(_

BOLT BAADJRUSTING '_

tl i i

GAUGE _'_ CARRIAGE

WHEEL BOLTS

3/8 WASHER 3/8-16 CENTER

LOCKNUT

FIG. 4

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 5 and 6)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment liftcontrol. Engage park-

ing brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts.

Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

•Slide mower under tractor with discharge guardto right

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN

ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE.

• 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.

•Installsecond front linkin R.H. front suspensionbracket

only and retain with single loop retainer spring as

shown.

•Slide rightside of mower back and installlinkin top hole

of R.H. front mower bracket. Retain with single loop

retainer spring as shown.

•Turn height adjustment knob countemlockwise until it

stops.

•Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.

CHASSIS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER

SPRING (Inward

pointing deck pins)

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.

•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.

•Raise deck to highest position.

•Adjustgauge 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 FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

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

SUSPENSION BRACKETS

ARMS

FRONT CLUTCH

MOWER PULLEY

BRACKET

FRONT

LINK

GAUGE

WHEEL

SINGLE LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

DOUBLE

LOOP

RETAINER ANTI-SWAY

SPRING BAR

USE PUERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

IDLER

PULLEY

DISCHARGE

GUARD

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:

•/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). "

,/ 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:

/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 operet-

mgyour tractor for the firsttime. Follow proper starting

and transmission purginginstructions(See "TOSTART

ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION" in Opera-

tion section of this manual).

OPERATION

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

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP

LIGHT

FUEL _

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

!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 illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference. "

AMMETER ATTACHMENT LIGHT SWITCH

CLUTCH 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.

CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL -Used for declutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine.

MOTION CONTROL -Selects the speed and direction of

tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

LIGHT SWITCH -Tums the headlights on and off,

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

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.

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging (+) or discharging

(-).

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks clutch/brake pedal into

the brake position.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjustthe mower

height.

OPERATION

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 I

or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over

spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

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

Your tractor isequipped withan operator presence sensing

switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

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

and hold.

•Place parking brake lever in=ENGAGED" positionand

release pressure fromclutch/brake pedal. Pedalshould

: remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE

BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle withthe engine running, hotengine exhaust gases may

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

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- I

pletely, as described above, before leav- I

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

PUSH IN TO

THROTTLE "DISENGAGE" ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

C........... SWITCH PULL OUT TO

UN/HUL. U=V=. _. ';EF'GAGE"

PEDAL"BRAIQ_" _v"FF'_3;_LI_JJ_=_ jP,,,_(_J

"DRIVE" _ _ /F_ NCONTROL

PosmoH -- y L v.

CONTROL HEIGHT "ENGAGED"

ADJUSTMENT POSITION

KNOB

FIG. 7

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..

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

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throtUe control to slowposiUonand

allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine

to "backfire".

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

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

•Never use choke to stop engine.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (SEE FIG. 7)

Use choke controlwheneveryou are starting acold engine.

Do not use to start awarm engine.

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

knob in to disengage.

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.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACk'WVARD

(See Fig. 7)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever.

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

position.

•Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTI'ING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 7)

The cuttingheight iscontrolled by turning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

•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 approxi-

mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height

of grass and types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-112

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 OPERATE ON HILLS

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 8)

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..

•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.

•Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO READJUST GAUGE WHEELS

IF YOU CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWER

DECK.

RETAINER

SPRING

CLEVIS

FIG. 8

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 6 and 7)

Your tractor isequipped withan operator presence sensing

switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine.

•Select desired height of cut,

•Lower mower with attachment lift control.

•Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES -disengage attachment

clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

)ISCHARGE

GUARD

I & CAUTION: Do not drive up or down I

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

•Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

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

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

•To restartmovement, 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 towingyour tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment liftcontrol.

•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.).

FIG. 10

FIG. 9 13

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

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 notthread 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).

•To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties 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 stor-

age 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 Instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

I_ CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank I

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any I

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

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 en-

gaged position.

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

pedal and set parking brake.

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

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

•Move throttle control to fast position

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

For awarm 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 sec-

onds 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 notaccept the load, restart the engine

and allow itto warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F and below)

•When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push

the choke control insmall 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 transmis-

sion 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 warm-

up pedod after the transmission has been warmed up

and may require the choke control be pulled outslightly.

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 TRANSMISSION

I & CAUTION:Neverengageordisengage

freewheel lever while the engine Is run-

nlng.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel-

oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and

parking brake set.

•Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in

this section of manual).

• Sitting inthetractor 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: Duringthis procedure there will be no movement of

ddve wheels. The air isbeing removed from hydraulic drive

system.

•Move motioncontrol leverto neutral (N) position. Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

•Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See "I'OTRANSPORT" inthissection

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.

MOWING TIPS

•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 trim-

ming.

•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 distdbuUonof

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 dis-

charge of matedal. Regulate ground speed by select-

ing alow 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

MAINTENANCESC. OUL ,_ _ _P_ ÷"/ _ o,_,

FILL IN DATES _.j_._O_,_

AS YOU COMPLETE _.o_;_ _.'1, _._,_,'!._

Check Brake Operation i_1_

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

TInterlock Systems I_

RCheck for Loose Fasteners I_ 11_7

A SharpeniRaplece Mower Blades

T Lubrication Chart 14d

0 Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals Vp

Check Traasaxle Cooling Vp

.Adjust Blade Bait(e) Tension II_s

v,,Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level _

Change Engine Oil 14_12,_ V'

E Clean Air Filter

NClean Air Screen

G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arraster Ik_

I_1 Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) I_1,_

EClean Engine Cooling Fins 11_2

Replace Spark Plug I_ I_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

Replace Fuel Filter I_

1 - Change morn olden when operatk_gunder a heaw k_d or inhigh amblent temperatwes. 5 _If equippeq with IKIJustable systera.

2 - Service more otlen when operat_g In dlriv or du_y conditlcm.

3. If equtppeq withoil Bter, change oil every 50 bourn.

4 - Refllace bladee more often when mowing Insandy so_.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on thistractor does not cover itemsthat have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must main-

tain tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

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

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

andlast longer.

6 - Not required if equipped _makltenance-fru battery.

7-Tighten Irord axle pivotbott to 35 It,-I_. maximum,

DO not overtighten.

LUBRICATION CHART

(_,)TIE ROD BALL JOINTS

®BEARING ZERK

®STEERING

SECTOR GEAR

TEETH

_RONT WHEEL®

BEARING ZERK

"ENGINE (_)

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation.

•Checktire pressure.

•Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

(_SPRAY SILICONE LUBRICANT (MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE)

®GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

®REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU

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

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

tftractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

(See =TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper airprassure in all tires (Sea =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).

•Keep tiresfree of gasoline, oil, or insect controlchemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

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

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

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

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are

working properly. If your tractor does not function as

described, repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake

pedal isfully depressed and attacheme ntclutchcontrol

is in the disengaged position.

•When the engine is running, any attempt by the opera-

tor to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the attachment clutch

is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutchshould never operate unless the

operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re-

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

•Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

•Remove hex bolt, lockwasher and flat washer securing

blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailingedge up

towards deck as shown.

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.

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

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

TRAILING MANDREL

EDGE UP BLADE ASSEMBLY

\ \ CE ER

[_'/ IHOLE _J=_V_; %)|1

FLAT WASHER__

LOCK WASHER- _- _'_

HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIRED BY SiX UNES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 13

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig, 14)

NOTE: We do notrecommend sharpening blade- but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

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

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

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

steel bolt, pin, oracone balancer. (When usingacone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer).

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

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

•Slide blade on to an unthreeded portionof the steel bolt

or pin and holdthe 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

-eOLT j BLADE

OR PIN --------_ _._

FIG. 14

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is

maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps

or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not

necessary.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

•Remove terminal guard.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery 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 should be kept

clean to assure proper cooling.

Do notattempt 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 intactand

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.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-

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

the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your

nearest authorized service center/department.

V-BELTS

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

operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

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

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classificationSF, SG, or SH. Select the oirs SAE viscosity

grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-20" 0" 30" 32" 40" 60" 80"

-30" -20" -1_ (_* 1'0" 20" 30"

TEMPERATURE RANG E ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least

once ayear ifthe tractor isnot used for 50 hoursin one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

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

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (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.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Catch oil in asuitable 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 notoverfill. For approximate capacity see

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section ofthismanual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.

Insertdipstickintothe 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

ENGINE OIL

FILLER CAP/

FIG. 15

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

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

engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling fins, and other extemal surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and extemal

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re-

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100

hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

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

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Remove nut and cartridge plate.

•Ger_tly tap the flat side of the paper cartddge to dis-

lodge dirt. Do not wash the paper cartridge or use

pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.

Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

•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.

CARTRIDGE

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER

CARTRIDGE

PLATE

KNOB RUBBER

SEAL

FIG. 16

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

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

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

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

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line

sections.

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

pointing towards carburetor.

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

properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

, CLAMP

CLAMP •FUEL RLTER

FIG. 17

CLEANING

•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using agarden 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.

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 chas-

sis 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 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

Adjustthe mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 ofthis manual).

If tiresare over or underinflatad, you will notproperly adjust

your mower.

SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT

ARMS LIFT

LINKS

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 liftlink adjustment

nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen liftlink adjustment

nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nutwill change mower

height about 3/16".

[seRl"reOt'Meckmeasure ments after adjusting" BOTTOM]OFA'_-"_'''"_C__CURL'GROUNDUNE _''"_" "_-

FIG. 19

FRONT

SUSPENSION

CHASSIS

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

"FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

RETAINER

SPRINGS

RETAINER

FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

FIG. 18

ISERVICE 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 dis-

tance =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.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut =G" will change dim. =P by

approximately 3/8".

Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

FIG. 20

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

LINKS TRUNNION

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

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 idlersto see that they

rotate freely.

•Be sure spring is securely hobked to primary idlerarm-

and 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 _'_ IDLER ELECTRIC

COVER _ ,_ _ PULLEYSpRIMARY SPRING PULLEYCLUTCH

!_ IDLER ARM

FIG. 22

FIG. 21 21

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).

•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 accumu-

lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

•Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they

rotate freely.

•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.

•Rollbelt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in

all grooves properly.

•Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and rein-

stall R.H. mandrel cover•

•Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER

AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this

manual).

•Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE

MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual)•

LH. MANDREL MOWER BLADE

DRIVE BELT CENTER

R.H.

MANDREL

COVER

SWAY BAR IDLER

BRACKET PULLEY

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 notstop

as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest

authorized service center/department.

•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.

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.

CLUTCH PLATE

.012"

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.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•Depressclutch/brake pedaland engage parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake red.

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 forproper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary, if stopping distance is

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

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department.

WWH PARKING BRAKE"ENGAGED"

NUT "A"

JAM NUT

OPERATING

ARM

FIG. 25

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

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" inthis

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 pul-

ley.

•Pull belt outof all belt keepers and remove fromtractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•Place V part:of belt into grooves on engine pulley and

front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of allbelt

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 correctlyand is on

proper side of all belt keepers.

•Reinstall mower.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT.

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM L.H. SIDE OF TRACTOR

CLUTCHING TRANSAXLE

BELT PULLEY

KEEPER

ENGINE

PULLEY

KEEPER BELT

TWIST, €

i AS VIEWED FROM BO'I-FOM

BELT FAN

KEEPER IDLER

FIG. 26

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER

(See Fig. 27)

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

positionwhile at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the

fdcUonpack located on the rightside 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 TRANSMIS-

SION" in the Operation section of this manual.

JAM

\7 ¸.

FIG. 27

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positionedstraightforward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions inthe Assembly

section of this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is requiredforproper steering operation.

Toe-in was sat at the factory and adjustment should notbe

necessary. If parts inthe 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".

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs; 28 and 29) -

•Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

•Adjust tie rod untildimension "A"is 1/8" to 1/4"less than

dimension =B'.

•Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor, if

damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber,

contact your nearest authorized service center/depart-

ment.

FIG. 28

ADJUSTMENT

JAM NUTS

FIG. 29

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 30) -

Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ringand washersto allow

wheel removal.

•Repair tire and reassemble.

•Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

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.

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

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion•

WASHERS

RETAINING

FIG. 30

- TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'I-rERY

(See Fig. 31)

I& AUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- I

ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

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

recharged. If =jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•Connect each end 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 NEGA-

TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

•Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

"POSITIVE" (+) "NEGATIVE" {-)

I,. /

FIG. 31

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINETO 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.

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

Replace With 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

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.

HOOD

HEADUGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 32

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.

CHOKE

CONTROL

CABLE

CLAMP SCREWS

THROTTLE

CONTROL

CABLE

IDLE SPEED

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

FIG. 33

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 se-

curely.

•Reassemble air cleaner.

SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 33)

CLOSED FOR

FIG. 34

The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjust-

ment 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 orfast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in

or out until correct idle is attained.

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 notadjust-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.

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.

&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 thor-

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

clean, dry area.

•Clean entire tractor (See"CLEAN ING" inthe Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

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

placement instructions inthe Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and batterycleaned thoroughly(see =TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus-

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come incontact with battery

terminals.

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

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

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.

•Drainthe fueltank.

•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 stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

notdrain 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)

•Remove spark plug(s).

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

cylinder(s).

•Turn ignition keyto =START" positionfor a few seconds

to distribute oil.

•Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

•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 POINTS

CAUSE CORRECTION

PROBLEM

Will not start

Herd to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

1. Out of fual.

2. Enginenot"CHOKED" properly.

3. Engineflooded.

4. Badsparkplug.

5. Dldy airfitter.

6. Dirtyfuel filter.

7. Water infuel.

8. Looseordarnagedwiltng.

9. Carburetoroutof ad|uslmenL

10. Enginevalvesout ofadjustment.

1. Dirty air filter,

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel,

6. Loose or damaged wldng.

7. Carburetor out of adjustmanL

8. Enginevalvesout of adjustment.

1. Cfutch/brekspedalnotdepressed.

2. Attachmentdutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Blownfuse.

5. Corrodedbatteryterminals.

6. Looseordamagedwidng.

7. Faultyignitionswitch.

8. Faultysolenoidor starter.

9, Faultyoperatorpresenceswltch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corrodedbatteryterminals.

3. Looseor damagedwidng.

4. Faultysolenoidor starter.

1. Cuffing too much gress/tno fact.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

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

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6, Faulty spark plug.

7_ Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Sparkplugwire loose,

11. Dirtyengineairscreen/fins.

12. Dirty/cloggedmuffler.

13, Looseor damagedwidng.

14. Carburetoroutof adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

1. Fillfueltank.

2. See "TOSTART ENGINE"inOperationsection,

3. Wait severalminutesbeforeattempting to starL

4. Replacesparkplug.

5. Clean/replaceairfilter.

6. Replacefuel tilter.

7. Drainfuel tankand carburetor,refilltankwith fresh

gasolineand replace fuelfilter.

8. Checkallwiring.

g, See "ToAdjustCarburetor*in ServiceAdjustments

section.

10. Contactan authorizedservicecenter/department,

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or mplece battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all widng.

7. See '1"oAdjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact an authorized service canterldspadment.

1. Depressclutch/brakepedal,

2. Disengageattachmentclutch.

3. Rechargeor replacebattery.

4. Replacefuse.

5. Cleanbatteryterminals,

6. Checkell widng.

7. Check/replaceignitionswitch.

8. - ChecWreplecesolenoidorstarter.

9. Contactan authodzedservicecanterldepartment.

1. Rechargeor replacebattery.

2. Cleanbatteryterminals,

3. Checkallwidng,

4. Check!rspidcesolenoidorstarter.

1. Set in "Higher Ctd' position/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter,

5, Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7, Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

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

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins,

12. Clean/rsplace muffler.

13. Check all widng.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor* in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Contact an authorized service center/depadment.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

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

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(e) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "back/Irea"

when turning engine

"OFF"

1. Faultyoperator-safetypresencecontrolsystem.

1. Wom, bentorlooseblade.

2. Mowerdecknot level.

3. Buildupof grass,leaves,and trashundermower.

4, Bentblademandrel.

5, Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildupof

grass,leaves,and trasharoundmandrels.

1. Obstructionindutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damagedmowerdrivebelt.

3. Frozenidlerpulley.

4. Frozenblademandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Lowlunavan tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

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

8. Mower ddve belt worn.

9. Blades impropedy installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Switch is =OFF'.

2. Bulb(s) burned ouL

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged widng.

5. Blown fuse.

I. Badbatterycell(s).

2. Poorcableconnections,

3. Faultyregulator(if soequipped).

4. Faultyalternator.

1. Freewheelcontrolin=disengaged"position.

2. Motionddve beltworn,damaged,orbroken.

3. Airtrappedin transmissionduringshipment

or servicing.

1, Enginethrottlecontrolnotset at "SLOW"

positionfor 30 secondsbeforestoppingengine.

1. Checkwidng,switchesand connections.Ifnot

corrected,contactan authorizedservicecenter/

department.

1. Replace blade. Tightenblade bolt.

2. Level mowerdeck.

3. Clean undersideof mowerhousing.

4. Replace blademandrel.

5. Cleanaroundmandrels to open ventholes.

1. Removeobstruction.

2. Replace mower drivebelt.

3. Replace idlerpulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1. Placethrottlecontrolin"FAST"position.

2. Shiftto slowerspeed.

3. Allowgrassto dry beforemowing.

4. Level mowerdeck.

5. Checktires forproperairpressure.

6. Replaselsharpenblade. Tighten bladebelt.

7. Clean undersideof mowerhousing.

8. Replacemower drivebelt.

9. Reinstallbladessharpedge down.

10. Replacewithbladeslistedin this manual.

11. Cleanaroundmandrelsto openvent holes.

1. Turn switch"ON".

2, Replacebulb(s).

3. Check/replacelightswitch.

4. Checkwiringand connections,

5. Replacefuse.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator,

4. Replace aitemator.

1. Placefreewheelcontrolin"engaged"position.

2. Replace motiondrivebelt.

3. Purgetransmission.

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

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

SERVICE NOTES

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

SCHEMATIC

l- llllll -

BA'I-rERY

Rm _STARTER

IGNmON SWITCH

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING,

RELAY GFC

•H_B

REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS

ENGINE CONNECTOR

REGULATOR -- ENGINE TRACTOR CONNECTOR

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REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 144927 Battery

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

8 7603J Tray, Battery

10 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 X 7.5 zinc

11 150109 Holdown Battery Front Mount

12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 166184 Harness Headlight

22 4152J Bulb Light

25 154335 Cable/Boot Asm

26 108824X Fuse

27 73510400 Hex Keps Nut 1/4-20 Unc

28 157899 Cable, Ground

29 160784 Switch, Plunger Normal OP Olive

30 163968 Switch, Ign

33 140403X Key

40 166178 Harness, Ignition

45 122822X Ammeter

46 110940X Meter Hour

47 164881 Screw Pn Hd #6 x 3/8

50 145693 Switch, PTO

81 109748X Relay Asm.

83 163996 Socket, Light Bulb

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

5 40

68_T 31

47 35_

I8122

147

122/

147 _,_

_146 122

17 16

100 99

40 42

6360

39 17---_

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART KEY PAR3'

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 150253

2 140506

4 73800700

5 163976

6 157882

7 17720406

8 145166

14 161023X558

15 160568

16 121794X

17 17490612

18 160564X558

19 19131312

20 STD523710

21 STD541437

23 17490616

24 145243X558

28 145244X558

30 145052

31 161419

32 161327

33 161326

34 142131

35 19111116

36 74780512

37 163982X558

39 136961

40 156111

42 STD533710

43 136939

44 136940

45 154913

47 17490608

Rail, Frame RH 50 152728

Drawbar, Gt 52 STD541431

Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 56 154914

Dash, Stealth YTGT 2Cyl 58 137113

Dash Asm., Lower 60 17490620

Screw, ThdCut 1/4-20x1/2 63 19131514

Support, Battery 68 17490508

Hood Asm., Pnt 70 137159

Lens, Stealth Asm Headlight Bar 54 142992

Cover, Access 66 74760716

Screw, Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 90 11050600

Gdlle Stealth 91 156586

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 95 105531X

Bo_t,Fin Hex 3/8-16 x I 98 140503

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 99 140871

ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x I TY-TT 100 124236X

Footrest, RH 101 17490628

Footrast, LH 102 STD624003

Saddle, Hydro 1995 103 142273

Bracket Supt 1-pc VGT Steering 106 138775

Bracket Pivot Chassis Lh 120 19131616

Bracket Pivot Chassis Rh 122 161464

Bracket, Engine Support Rear 130 164863

Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga. 138 163975X428

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16o18 x 3/4 139 161330

Fender, Pnt. Stealth 140 163806

Bracket, Axle Front 141 163805

Bracket, Support Axle/Engine 142 161897

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x I 144 161900

Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 146 161237

Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 147 162967

Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

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 Ix 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 x3/4

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

148 164655 Bumper

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

1inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 70 164892X428

3 7563R Washer Thrust Axle Harden 71 151179

5 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 72 STD541431

6 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 73 74490548

7 140507 Wheel Hub Asm. 74 142432

9 140080 Bolt Hub 76 140481

15 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga 77 74760716

17 140921 Spring Rod Brake 79 STD533106

20 STD541350 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 80 140484

22 156103 Shift Arm Asm 81 17490612

23 130564 Knob 82 150586

28 STD541237 Nut 83 140479

29 140494 Brake Rod 84 140490

30 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Ga. 85 17541020

33 12000053 Ring E 86 140462

34 124236X Cap Plunger 87 140491

35 137648 Rod Parking Brake 88 161592

36 149412 Spring Drive Ground 89 73680700

37 121749X Washer25/32 x 1-1/4x 16 Gauge 90 140489

38 150035 Nyliner, Bushing 91 17490644

39 STD511010 Screw Fin #10-24 x I 92 74760520

40 5304J Actuator Interlock Switch 93 140502

41 STD541410 Nut Lock#10-24 94 133835

42 8883R Cover Pedal 96 141103

46 145170 Retainer Spring 98 141004

47 138228 Clutch Rod 99 17490624

48 72110612 Bolt Cardage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5 100 12688iX

50 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 101 156106

51 STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 104 140480

52 139123 Pulley Idler Grooved 105 17580408

53 207J Washer Hartdened 106 142918

54 161590 Idler Clutch 98 Arm Asm 107 154739

55 105706X Bearing, Idler 108 142917

56 140218 V-Belt 109 140929

58 74760724 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x1-1!2 111 156240

61 140488 PulleryTransaxle 112 156104

64 145752 Shaft Asm Brake Parking Clutch 113 73220700

66 67609 Bolt Shoulder 115 123405X

66 140296 Washer Hardened 116 73900500

67 19131312 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x 12 Ga 117 73900600

68 STD571812 Pin Roll -- 163198

69 123800X Washer

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 x3/4

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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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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27 ¢

6' /

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1313

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428

2 137094

3 6855M

4 161849

5 161848

6 6266H

7 121748X

8 12000029

9 121232X

10 74781044

11 136518

12 73901000

13 121749X

14 STD551137

15 STD541537

16 145103

17 137347

18 137155

19 156011

20 163887

21 159945

22 155105

23 152927

25 STD523710

26 159946X428

27 3366R

28 17490612

29 104239X

30 12000034

31 138136

32 19111610

33 STD551131

34 STD523107

35 138059

36 137156

37 73360600

38 109850X

39 73700600

40 109851X

41 155246

42 17490508

44 160135

45 19132411

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 x3/4 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 x3/4

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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ENGINE

18 15

'37 39

• S 73

_/74

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TRACTOR "" MODEL NUMBER 944,609940

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

2 150249

5 13200300

7 151396

8 121361X

9 150828

10 105432X

11 140923

12 143996

15 151346

16 109227X

17 106082X

18 161493

19 13290300

20 164409

21 164863

22 164416

24 STD551237

25 73920600

26 3545J

27 139277

28 7834R

29 132920

33 STD551437

35 10010500

37 123487X

38 74780624

39 17490636

40 17490664

41 126197X

42 STD551143

43 150280

45 M73030800

47 142040

48 19132007

54 19131414

55 13280336

84 17490612

65 19131614

67 17490512

69 24-041-02

72 150250

73 153992

74 162295

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

ClutchElectric

Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch

Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96

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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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944,609940

SEAT ASSEMBLY

18 I

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 140124

2 140551

3 140675

4127018X

5145006

6 STD541437

7 124181X

8 150176

10 155925

12 121246X

13 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 PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

14 72050412

15 121249X

16 123740X

17 123976X

18 19171912

19 166369

20 124238X

21 153236

22 STD541431

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

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR'- - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

LIFT ASSEMBLY

4O 42 43 38

_11

13 I

35 17

12_ 2425 26

19 18

10 \

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1121006X

2159187

3159189

412000022

5 19292016

6 74780624

7 125631X

8 122365X

9 122364X

10 2876H

11 146704

12 163552

13 139868

14 140302

15 STD541437

16 674A247

17 STD541237

18 143363

19 STD551037

20 5328J

21 STD523710

22 127218

Rod Asm., Lever

Shaft Asm., LiftVgt

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 PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

23 STD624008

24 73350800

25 130171

26 73800800

29 150233

30 110807X

31 STD551037

32 137150

33 STD560907

34 137167

35 138057

38 155097

39 123935X

40 17490512

41 73540600

42 19112410

43 123934X

70 145212

72 110452X

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 518x 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

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TRACTOR -_- MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

MOWER DECK

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63_62

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112

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 156990

2 STD541431

5 138457

6 STD624008

7 130832

8 850857

9 STD651137

10 140296

11 137380

156468

12 129895

13 137553

14 137152

15 110485X

16 140329

17 106735X

18 19111016

19 105304X

20 123713X

21 137607

22 110452X

23 110509X

26 STD533707

27 STD551037

28 132823

30 157722

31 137266

32 153535

33 129963

34 72140610

35 72110616

36 72110608

37 137166

38 156085

39 131494

40 136572

42 STD533107

43 136460

Deck Asm., Mower 50" Vented 44 122052X

Nut, Crownlock 5116-18 45 STD541431

Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 46 74760628

Retainer, Spring 47 137200

Arm Suspension, Rear 48 137729

Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 Patched 49 136574

Washer, Lock Hvy 3/8 Unplated 50 137272

Washer, Hard Blade Mower Vented 51 137273

Blade, 50" Mulching (Originally 52 139245

equipped with) 53 137789

Blade Thick Hi-Lift Premium 50" 54 139573

(For better wear) 55 144959

Bearing, Ball #6204 (Mandrel) 56 138687

Shaft Asm., W/Lower Brg (Includes 58 133957

Key No. 12) 59 137644

Housing, Mandrel 50" Vent 62 133943

Bearing, Ball Mandrel 63 72110612

Stripper, Mower Vented 54 19121414

Rod, Hinge 65 151831

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 66 156009

Spring, Torsion Deflector 67 73930600

Spdng, Torison Delector 99 STD533717

Bracket, Deflector 102 153390

Nut, Push 103 155986X505

Shield, Deflector Mower 104 156941

Bolt RDHD Sht SQNK 3/8-16 x3/4 105 156852

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 106 156853

Spacer, Spring Stop Idler 107 156854

Screw Thd Rolling Washer Head 108 156856

Nut, Fig Top Lock Cntr 9/16 109 72010505

Pulley, Mandrel 110 73980500

Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 112 19171216

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 113 72110504

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2 - - 143651

Bolt, Carriage 3/6-16 x 1 Gr. 5

Stiffener, Arm Idler - - 158325

Keeper, Belt Idler

Pulley, Idler Flat

Pulley, Driven

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

Arm, Idler Secondary

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. 8-

10, 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

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TRACTOR-_- MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010

129 "

(2)

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE --MODEL NUMBER 222-3010

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 164591 Assembly, Housing, LH 72 153767

2 164592 Assembly, Housing RH 73 142904

7 153765 O Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 74 142905

16 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly 76 142907

20 142877 Axle Mounting Horn Assembly 77 142908

21 142878 Washer 1.0 x 1.63 x.08 78 142909

22 142879 Washer 1.0 x 2.06 x.09 79 153768

33 142929 Brake Yoke Assembly 81 142910

35 142880 Brake Arm 82 142911

36 142882 Puck Plate 89 142912

37 142883 Brake Puck 91 153769

38 142884 Washer 7/80.D. x 7/16 x.060 95 142914

39 142885 Nut, Castle 5/16-24 103 142916

40 142886 Cotter Pin 104 142917

41 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 106 142918

42 142888 Hi Pro Key 108 142919

43 142889 Spacer 109 142920

45 142890 Brake Disc 110 142921

46 142891 Bolt 1/4-20x1-1/2 111 150820

47 142892 Bolt 1/4-20xl 112 150823

49 153766 DifferentialAssembly 113 150821

63 142894 Dowel Pin 117 150822

64 150818 Reduction Gear, 123 150824

14 Teeth to 38 Teeth 124 150825

65 142897 Final Drive Pinion Assembly 129 153771

67 142898 Jack,shaft

68 142899 O-Ring

69 142900 Washer 5/8 X 1-5/32

70 142901 Washer 718 X 1-1/2

71 142902 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x3.5

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

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

1 inch =25.4 mm

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':-TRACTOR' ;'MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

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

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 144569

2122716X

3 122745X

4 122715X

5122700X

6 122699X

8 122767X

12 122717X

13 122748X

14 122749X

15 144571

17 122770X

19 153801

21 122722X

22 144573

23 142978

DESCRIPTION

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

KEY PART

NO. NO.

25 127148X

32 142938

37 122786X

38 122718X

42 144578

43 144578

44 144579

47 122752X

53 127153X

60 142977

62 144581

63 144582

64 144583

67 144584

153769

DESCRIPTION

Swashplate, Vadable

Block Assembly

Pin, Stainless, Headless

Gasket, Center Section

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

Pump Assembly, Complete

REPAIR PARTS

DECALS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

3 12

513

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 164097

2 164759

3163916

4 163917

5 164884

6 137259

9 163204

10 157140

11 101892X

12 146790

13 163267

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Dash

Decal, Eng Lg

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH

Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH

Decal, Blower Hsng

Decal, Waming, Multi-Lang

Decal, Fender, Craftsman

Decal, Danger

Decal, Clutch/Brake

Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic

Decal, Dash Panel

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

14 160397

15 164065

17 140837

19 138047

23 106202X

24 149517

27 142342

29 163223

-- 138311

-- 157199

-- 168296

-- 168297

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)

WHEELS & TIRES

7410

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192

2 65139

3 148736X427

4 8134H

5 148741

6 278H

7 9040H

8 104757X

9 151607

10 7154J

11 148736X427

12 6856M

-- 144334

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)

NOTE: 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

P7--

_10

_--14

"RANKCASE

I._ ).---22

20-

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

824-411-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 24-153-16

17 24-086-32

18 24-445-01

19 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 25-313-02

29 24-755-57

30 M-0545016

31 24-445-02

32 24-126-44

33 24-112-12

34 24-294-06

35 24-326-13

36 24-326-14

37 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

Clamp, hose (2)

CRANKCASE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-032-01 Seal, oil front

2 Crankcase (USE: Miniblock)

3 Fitting

4 Pin, dowel locating (6)

5 Connecting Rod (Std,) (2)

Connecting Rod (.25) (2)

6 Piston w/Ring Set (Std.) (2)

(Includes 7,8)

24-294-13

12-380-17

24-067-13

24-067-14

24-874-08

24-108-05

24-018-01

12-422-09

12-422-13

12-422-07

12-422-08

12-422-10

12-422-11

12-422-12

24-012-05

52-139-09

M-0545010

24-018-04

24-402-05

12-153-01

24-126_19

12-123-04

M-0545016

12-153-02

24-038-04

24-755-46

12-153-03

12-380-04

M-0631005

12-032-01

X-25-102

24-144-01

Ring Set (Std.) (2)

Retainer, piston pin (2)

Shim, camshaft (A.R,)

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Shim, camshaft

Shim, camshaft (A.R.)

Camshaft

Plug, cup

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sxl0 (2)

Retainer, reed (2)

Reed breather (2)

O-Ring, Lower oil fill tube

Bracket, oil fill tube

Tube, oil fill

Screw hex. flange M5x0.8x16

O-Ring, upper oil fill tube

Dipstick assembly (Includes 21,22)

Kit, oil fill cap (Includes 22)

O-Ring, dipstick

Pin, hitch

Washer, plain 6 mm

Seal, governor cross shaft

Washer, plain 1/4"

Shaft, governor cross

REPAIR PARTS

"" TRACTOR-' MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

IGNITION IELECTRICALJ

9 ._ _8

AIR INTAKE I

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES J

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

KOHLER ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

IGNITION/CHARGING

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Kit, grass screen

(Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18)

2 M-0403025 Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 (4) 2 24-100-02

3 X-25-92 Washer, plain 5/16" (4) 3 M-0545020

4 24-112-04 Spacer, grass screen (4) 4 M-0545016

5 25-086-47 Bolt, shoulder (4) 5 M-0551016

6 24-157-03 Fan 6 M-0645016

7 12-086-14 Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46 7 24-146-11

8 12-468-03 Washer,plain 3/8". 8 24-146-08

9 X-42-15 Key 9 24-063-39

10 24-025-08 Flywheel 10 24-063-14

11 25-403-03 Rectifier-regulator 11 24-063-31

12 X-25-92 Washer, plain 3/16" (2) 12 24-063-23

13 24-086-18 Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x7/8 (2) 13 M-0545010

14 236602 Connector (3 contact)

15 54-755-09 Kit, 15 amp stetor

_ncludes 24 126 71)

park Plug (2)

Screw, hex. cap M5x0.Sx25 (2)

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

16 12-132-06

17 M-0548025

18 48-154-02

19 47-154-01

20 X-25-63

21 24-584-11

22 M-0561025

23 M-0448010

24 24-584-09

25 24-063-27

54-755-15 1 54-027-95

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-126-71 Bracket, stator wire

X-25-63 Washer, plain 1/4"

24-176-27 Harness, widng

25-518-28 Lead, black (rect.-reg. 4" -18

gauge -insulated grip barrel

eyelets)

X-22-11 Washer, lock 1/4"

24-11 3-18 Decal, grass screen

Housing, blower

(Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 36)

Nut, plastic (2)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x20 (2)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16 (4)

Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8x16

Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 (6)

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 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-063-36 Baffle, blower housing

M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0 (2)

Cover, control N/A

24-086-06 Screw, phillips hd. 11-16x3/4" (2)

AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-164-06 Manifold, intake

2 M-0651055 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x55 (4)

3 24-041-01 Gasket, intake manifold (2)

4 24-041-14 Gasket, air cleaner base

5 24-094-13 Base, air cleaner

6 24-041-13 Gasket, fuel spitback cup

7 24-109-05 Cup, fuelspitback

8 24-083-05 Precleaner, element

9 24-083-03 Element, air cleaner

10 230046 Seal, breather

11 24-096-01 Cover, inner air cleaner

12 12-100-01 Wing Nut

13 24-096-65 Cover, air cleaner

14 54-755-01 Kit, knob with seal

(Includes 15 & 16)

15 24-153-15 O-Ring

16 25-341-03 Knob, cover

NOT ILLUSTRATED

12-113-53 Decal, air cleaner

REPAIR PARTS

_TRACTOR "" MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

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OIL PAN LUBRICATIONJ

ENGINE CONTROLS J

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944,609940

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

OIL PAN/LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 M-0645025

1 12-098-03 Starter, solenoid shift 2 M-0631005

2 M-0839080 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.24x80 (2) 3 24-755-59

3 M-0841080 Nut, hex. flangeM8x1.25 4 24-393-08

4 52-211-05 Bolt, thru M5x0.8x99 (2) 5 24-123-05

5 12-301-01 Cap, commutator end .6 24-162-26

652-168-01 Insulator 7 24-043-12

7 52-089-09 Spdng, brush (4)

8 52-323-03 Holder, brush 8 1_-380-01

9 52-221-01 Kit, brush (Includes 7) 9 52-448-02

10 12-471-01 Frame 10 12-144-02

11 52-100-09 Nut, starter 11 24-041-24

12 52-435-02 Solenoid 12 24-422-03

13 12-170-03 Armature 13 X-75-32

14 12-239-01 Pinion, drive 14 52-032-08

15 24-755-84 Kit, starter repair 15 24-086-17

16 12-090-10 Lever, starter drive 16 24-086-16

17 12-081-02 Cap, drive end 17 X-75-10

18 52-100-10 Nut, starter (2) 18 54-755-14

ENGINE CONTROLS

19 24-136-05

KEY PART 20 24-153-17

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 21 24-100-01

1 SM-0542025

2 24-090-14

3 M-0641060

4 24-089-01

5 25-158-08

6 24-079-04

7 25-158-11

8 M-0647060

9 X-25-52

10 24-090-20

11 25-431-01

12 277341

13 24-079-10

14 M-0639016

15 24-126-59

16 X-25-72

17 24-112-10

18 24-090-09

19 24-089-18

20 M-0401030

21 24-126-17

22 24-144-11

23 24-086-06

24 M-0446030

25 M-0545016

26 24-089-20

27 M-0645016

28 12-237-01

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)

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)

24-594-15 Cooler, oil

52-050-02 Filter, oil

NOT ILLUSTRATED

41-037-10 Decal, write-on nameplate

24-146-11 Plate, backing #2 side

24-113-25 Decal, oil cooler

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - _MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

KOHLER ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

CRANKSHAFT I

EXHAUST I

FUEL SYSTEM I

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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 944.609940

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO,

I 24-014-72

2 52-139-09

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 24-04"1-02

2 25-07"2-04

24-755-03

DESCRIPTION

Crankshaft (Includes 2)

Plug, cup

DESCRIPTION

Gasket, exhaust (2)

Stud, M8x1.25x33 (4)

Gasket Set

FUEL SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 24-853-27

2 24-041-15

3 24-053-27

4 24-041-14

5 24.126-53

6 M-0259005

7 M-0629105

8 M-0641060

9 24-353-03

10 X-426-9

11 24-086-12

12 24-393-04

13 24-100-01

14 25-353-03

15 24-050-02

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

NOT ILLUSTRATED

24-234-02 Chamber, float (bowl)

24-757-18 Kit, overhaul w/gaskets

24-757_19 Kit, choke repair w/gaskets

24-757-20 Kit, gasket

24-757-21 Kit, accelerator pump w/gaskets

24-757-22 Kit, solenoid replacement w/gaskets

SERVICE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

r.D

_r _

_H_'°_oo_ °

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL=WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

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

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

944.609940

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

CRAFTS fIN+

24,0 HP

ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOR

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. Ser-

vice Centre/Department and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING

INFORMATION:

• 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.., profes-

sional 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, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

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