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MODEL UE 917.2565 OWNER'S MANUAL

oAssembly

oOperation

o Customer Responsibilities

oService and Adjustments

oRepair Parts

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917

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, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual

and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine.

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

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

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

machine if anyone enters the area°

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point

it at anyone_ Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off

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

before dismounting_

° Turn off blades when not mowing

°Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

° Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

° Watch for' traffic when operating near or' crossing roadways..

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death..

All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the

slope or' if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.,

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across

° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc

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

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles

° Use slow speed. Choose a tow 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 slowand 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:

•Donot turn onslopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible..

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

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over' the edge

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

•Do 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.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not alert to the

presence of children.. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity_ Never assume that

children wil! remain where you last saw them.,

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible aduit

• Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren enter the area..

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

children.

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

injured or interfere with safe machine operation_

= Never allow children to operate the machine,

°Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision..

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra ca[re in handling gasoline and other' fuels_ They are

flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container..

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not

smoke..

Never refuel the machine indoors

Never store tile machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water' heater:

. Never run a machine inside a closed area,

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.,

° Never tamper with safety devices_ Check their proper

operation regularly.

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

Clean oil or fuel spillage_ Allow machine to cool before

storing.

° Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object

Repair, if necessary, before restarting..

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running

°Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow

objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec-

essary_

• Mower blades are sharp and can cuL Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them

°Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

i Look for this symbol to point out im-

portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!t! YOUR

....... SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where itcannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs,

A WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product con-

tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

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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 CentedDepartmento We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual° The instructions wilt

enable you to assemble and maintain you rtractor properly..

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

, NUMBER 917.256510

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT..

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE..

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-.

ucL Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBlUTIES

• Read and observe the safety rules,

- Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

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

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cow

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 15.5

GASOLINE CAPACITY 5 QUARTS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 30 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

(GAP: .030") STD 361458

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: 005" - ..007"

EXHAUST: .009" -_.011"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st t .0

2nd 1..3

3rd 2.1

4th 3.1

5th 4 0

6th 5 1

REVERSE: 1.6

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: t4 PSI

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT.. LBS

(if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operaton

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)..

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on

federal land& A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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LIMmTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according

to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material

or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

° Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, bells, etc

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass

°Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any batter/included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or

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

IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30

DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS

FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP-

MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER.. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE

AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY ) THIS WARRANTY

APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES,

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

TABLE OF

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-19

WARRANTY ........................................... _...... ,............... 3

TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5

ASSEMBLY ............................................................... 7-9

OPERATION .......................................................... 10-14

CONTENTS

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

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-25

STORAGE ................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 27-28

REPAIR PARTS -TRACTOR ................................ 30-47

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-53

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

INDEX

Accessories ........................................................5

Adjustments:

Brake ............................................................22

Carburetor ..........................................25

Mower

Front-To-Back ............................. 21

Side-To-Side ............................ 21

Throttle Control Cable .......................24

Air Filter, Engine ....................................................18

Air Screen, Engine ......................................18

Assembly .............................................................7-9

Battery:

Charging ..................................................9

Cleaning ................................................17

Levels ......................................................17

Starting with Weak Battery ........... 23

Storage ............................................................26

Terminals ..............................................17

Belt:

Motion Drive

Removal/Replacement ............ 22

Mower Blade(s)

Removal/Replacement .................22

Blade:

Sharpening .............................................16

Replacement ................................. 16

Brake Adjustment ..........................................22

Carburetor Adjustment ................................25

Controls, Tractor ..........................................11

Customer Responsibilities .............. 15-19

Engine:

Air Filter ...................................... I8

Air Screen, Engine ............................18

Cooling Fins, Engine ....................18

Engine Oil ................................... 17

Fuel Filter .........................................19

Spark Plug(s) ............................. 19

Tractor:

Battery ........................................... 17

Blade ..................................................16

Lubrication Chart ..................... 15

Maintenance Schedule .............. 1

Tire Care .......................................9,16,23

Transaxle ................................. 17

Cutting Height, Mower ............................ 12

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays .......................24

Schematic ........................................ 29

Wiring Diagram .....................................30

Engine:

Air Filter .........................;................... 18

Air Screen .................................... 18

Cooling Fins, Engine ..........................18

Oil Change .............................................17

Oil Level .................................. 13,17

Oil Type .......................................................17

Preparation .................................... 13

Repair Parts .........................................48-53

Starting ...............................................14

Storage ............................................ 26

Filter:

Air Filter ................................................18

Fuel .................................................. 19

Fuel:

Type .................................................. 13

Storage ......................:............................26

Fuse ......................................................... 24

Hood Removal/Installation ................... 24

Leveling Mower Deck ............................. 21

Lubrication:

Chart .......................................................15

Maintenance Schedule ,.;...................... 15

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back .............21

Adjustment, Side-to-Side ............... 21

Blade Sharpening ................................16

Blade Replacement .................... 16

Cutting Height .................................. 12

Installation .................................... 20

Operation ...............................................13

Removal .............................................. 20

Mowing Tips ...................................................14

Muffler ........................................ ;........ 19

Spark Arrester ........................... 3,40

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ........ 13,17

Engine ........................................... 17

Storage ..............................;................ 26

Operation ...............................................................10-14

Operating Mower ...................:...................13

Options:

Accessories ..............................................5

Spark Arrester .......................................3,40

Parking Brake .............................................11-12

Pads Bag .................................................... 6

Pads, Replacement/Repair ...............30-47

Product Specifications ................................3

Repair Parts ....................................... 30-47

Safety Rules ...................................................2

Seat .....................................................................8

Service and Adjustments ................ 20-25

Carburetor ..............................................25

Fuse ................................................ 24

Hood Removalllnstallatlon ........... 24

Motion Drive Belt

Removal/Replacement ...............22

Mower Belt(s)

Remova!/Replacement ............ 22

Mower Adjustment

Front-to-Back ........................... 2I

Side-to-Side ............................;._ 21

Mower Removal .............................. 20

Tire Care ...................................9,16,23

Slope Guide Sheet ................................ 55

Spark Plug(s) ......................................... 19

Specifications ............................. ,............ 3

Starting the Engine ............................13-14

Steering Wheel .................................. 7,23

Stopping the Tractor ..................................12

Storage ...............................................................26

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ....... 25

Tires ...................................................9,16,23

Trouble Shooting Chart ................... 27-28

Transaxle ................................................. 17

Warranty ...................................................... 3

Wiring Diagram ....................................... 30

Wiring Schematic ......................................29

ACCESSO IESA ATTACH ENTS

These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased

Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER

%BLADES BELTS

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor.. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help

you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes

may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model Contact your nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching..

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn.. Ta-

pered 25-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs

puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in..

Steel weight tray for increased penetration.

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a

healthier, heater looking lawn.. Two Permanex containers hold

30-gallon plastic bags..

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes available, plus

accessories such as side panel kits, toot caddy, cart cover,

protective mat and dolly

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois-

ture and nutrients to reach grass roots.. 36-inch swath. 24

hardened steel coring tips 150 tb. capacity weight tray

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain.

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or3 pulFbehind attachments at once,

such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers,

carts or other heavy attachments).

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce

chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain For mower decks not so

equipped.

MULCH RAKE/DETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface foreasy pickup Twenty spring tine

teeth. Usefuftopreparebareareas forseeding. Availabteforfront

or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION

SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch into large hopper.. Mounts behind tractor

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you

mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) wilhout

changing blades For models not equipped as 34n-1 Convertible

mowers, See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this

manual

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a

pickup truck. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface, 36-inch wide, 18-inch

diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically

cleans drum

SNOW BLADE for snow removal only. 14-inch high, 48-inch wide

blade clears 42-inch path when angled left or right, Raises, lowers

with side lever Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper

bar. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar

weight)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles

powdery and wet/heavy snow, Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat.. 6-inch

diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at

tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and!or rear

drawbar weight..)

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the

tractor battery or other 12-volt source Includes booms for

automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand

has adjustable spray pattern For applying herbicides, insecti-

cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-

ing easy_ Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-

icers and sand

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in

lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch

Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractor

drawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit for

dethatching, aerating, hilling without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction..

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top; clear pEastic windshield offers 360 degree

visibilily.. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm

and dry Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun

protector in summer.. Optional accessories include: tinted!

tempered solid safety glass windshiefd with hand operated wiper;

12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard4o_reach

places. VAClCHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder_.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applicatiens

Uses (1) 55 lb. weight.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy materials.

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

©(2) Sheet

Metal

Screws

#10-16 x 1/2

(1) Locknut 3/8-24

(1) 2-3/8" Diameter Washer'

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x I

(1) Lock Washer' 1/2

(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20

(2) Lock Washers 1/4

(2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Steering

Wheel

Manual

Steering

_, ........ Boot

Video

Cassette

Parts Bag

.......... f ......

Parts bag contents not shown full size

Steering Wheel Wheel

Adapter Insert

Steering (_

Bushing

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

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

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

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness°

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier,. Standard

wrench sizes are listed,

(1) 5/16" wrench (1) 9/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge

(1) I/2" wrench Utility knife

(1) 3/4" wrench

When right and left hand are 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

o Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6)

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

corners 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)

° Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft,

° Raise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash

line up with steering bushing.. Install two (2) sheet

metal screws and tighten securely,,

o Position steering boot over steering shaft,

o Align tabs of steering boot over slots and hole in dash

and push down to secure,.

o Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft,

o Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward,,

o Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto adapter,,

• Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 hex locknut and

tighten securely.

• Snap insert into center of steering wheel,

° Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill,,

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY

STAPLES tN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE

TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID

LOCKNUT

•LARGE FLAT

_.I WASHER

,,_---'_,..................... STEERING WHEEL

BUSHING

TABS

SCREW

STEERING

SHAFT

POSITION)

' i HOLE

STEERING

SHAFT

(SHIPPING

POSITION)

FIG. 1

SLOT

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Fig. 5)

° Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.,

° Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal,

°Place gearshift ]ever in neutral (N) position.

°Roll tractor backwards off skid.

o Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

ASSEMBLY

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2and 3)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals. Before cormecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden-

tal grounding.

o Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat

pan to raised position.

o Open battery box door.

o Remove termina! protective caps and discard.

° If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

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

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

with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as

shown., Tighten securely..

° Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi-

nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer

and hex nut° Tighten securely_

. Close battery box door:.

Open battery box door for:

. Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware),,

=Inspection for corrosiorL

° Testing battery°

° Jumping (if required).

o Periodic charging

DISCARD

TERMINAL

POSITIVE PROTECTIVE

(RED) CABLE CAPS

HEX

NUT

LOCK

WASHER

FLAT

WASHER

NEGATIVE

(BLACK) CABLE

HEX

BOLT

SEAT

PAN

BOX DOOR

FIG. 3

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan,

o Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

° Assemble adjustment bolt, lockwasherandflatwasher

loosely., Do not tighten.

° Tighten shoulder' bolt securely°

° Lower' seat into operating position and sit on seat.

°Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

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

(See Fig.. 8)_

o Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

o Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT X

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

FIG. 4

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER

FIG. 2

ASSEM LY

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes., Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance,,

*Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.,

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual,. Verify that the belts are routed

correctlyo

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see

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

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual

€'CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE 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;'

7 All assembly instructions have been completed

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton..

v" Battery is properly prepared and charged (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely..

v" Al! tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

v" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

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

properly inflated for leveling).

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

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers..

v" Check wiring.. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped..

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS.:'

¢" Engine oil is at proper level,

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

gasoline,

V 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.

i,inlllu ................... OPERATION

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

REVERSE FORWARD

OILPRESSURE

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF

FAST SLOW

CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

REVERSE NEUTRAL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

HIGH LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

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OPERATmO

KNOWYOURTRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference_

LIGHT

SWITCft

THROTTL_CHOKE

CONTROL

CLUTCHIBRAKE

PEDAL

ATTACHMENT IGNITION

AMMETER CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

MOWER DECK

HEIGHT ADJUST-

MENT POSITIONS

PARKING BRAKE

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

FIG. 5

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

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

battery.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor..

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and of L

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordecfutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch!brake pedal into the

brake position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of

tractor..

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower and

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to

your tractor..

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine°

OPERATIO

_AFETY GLASSEI The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which

can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while

operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend awide

ViSIOn safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch, When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator' to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake wii! shut off the engine..

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

and hold

. Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal, Pedalshould

remain in "BRAKE" position_ Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure_

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL,

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

"BRAKE"

POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

"ENGAGED" POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

"DRIVE" POSITION

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

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

always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

i ..............

CAUTION: Always stop tractor' com-

pletely, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

o Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate

= Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.,

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever

° Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

o Move gearshift lever to desired position,

o Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement..

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE.

FIG. 6

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

° Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE-

o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position,.

o Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.

ENGINE -

o Move throttte control to slow (._) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (.e_.)

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire".

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

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use..

= Never use choketo stop engine..

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 5)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the

cutting height°

• Grasp lift lever.

o Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

position._

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

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running, These heights are approximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

o The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-t/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months.. For' healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth,

o For best cutting performance, grass over6 inches in

height should be mowed twice.. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height_

OPERATHON

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

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

with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine°

.Select desired height of cut.

°Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

°TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis-

charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSITION

_._, ."_ POSITION

FIG. 7

DISCHARGE

GUARD

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

,11

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down I

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope. I

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 gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement..

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brakeand

clutch/brake pedal,.

° Make all turns slowly

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment lift control,

° When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutral (N) position.

o Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

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

secured to tractor,. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc_).

BEFORE STARTING 3"HE ENGmNE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig, 12)

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

factory, already filled with summer weight oil,

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground..

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

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

remove and read oi! 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)_

o To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manua[_

ADD GASOLINE

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

gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon

and tend oxide deposits and reduce valve life),.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERAT;NG 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_

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run

out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from

the tank to the engine_

=Depress clutch/brake peda! and set parking brake.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

oMove throttle control lever to choke (N) position for

cold engine start. For warm engine start, move throttle

control to fast (._,) position..

° Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to"START"

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen

seconds per minute_ if engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,€_)

position, wait a few minutes and try again.

° When engine starts, move throttle control to desired

position..

° Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging drive or attachments..

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 Adjust-

ments section of this manual°

MOWING TiPS

•Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor..

° Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance, See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual..

= The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

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

machine,. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

-When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow

in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig. 8 )..

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

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

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

desired height

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

mower and leave undesirable clumps. A]low grass to

dry before mowing.

°Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material., Regulate ground speed by select-

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as we]l 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.

FIG. 8

CUSTOMER RESPONS L ES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___o__ _*"

AS YOU COMPLETE

Check Brake Operation 6#4644

Check Tire Pressure 6##

Check for Loose Fasteners 6,.j

Sharpen/Repiacetvlowe'r'BIades

C LubricationChart

TCheck Battery Level/Recharge

0 Clean Battery and Terminals

aCheckTransaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Beit(s) Tension

[Replace Oil Fitter (If equipped)

N clean Engine Cooling Fins

ReplaceSpark Plug

ReplaceAir FilterPaperCartridge

ReplaceFuel Filter

v' _"7 e,'

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v' e,'

e,' V'5

V'oi

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v' _"

v'2 J

Adjust MotionDrive Belt(s)Tension

Check Engine Oil Level 6#4,

Change EngineOi!

CIeanAir Filter

.........C,!,e,anAir Screen

InspectMuffler/SparkArrester

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

2 - Service more often when operaling in dirty or dus_y conditions

3 - If equipped with oil filter, change ei_every 50 hours

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil

5- if equipped with adjuslable system

6 - Noi required if equipped with mainlenance4_ee battery

7 - Tighten #ont axle pivol bolt Io 35 It 4bs maximum

Do not overtighten

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence° To

receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for

wear,, A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer,

LUBRICATION CHART

(_) SPINDLE ZERK ®

® FRONT WH

BEARING ZERK _FRONT WHEEL ®

BEARING ZERK

OCLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

ENGINE®

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level

• Check brake operation,.

• Check tire pressure_

• Check for loose fasteners

'15

(_SAE 30 OR t0W30 MOTOR OIL

Q 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

CUSTO RESPONSJ IL E$

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TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance°

BRAKE OPERATION

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

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

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

ments section of this manua!).=

TIRES

o Maintain proper air pressure in al! tires (See "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

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

cals which can harm rubber.

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

other hazards that may cause tire damage..

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp_ Re-

place bent or damaged blades_

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 9)

° 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 trailing edge up

towards deck as shown_

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer' and flat washer in

exact order as shown.

° Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED..

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but if you

do, be sure the blade is balanced_

*A GRADE 8HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG, 9

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 10)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine..

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

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

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

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer_ (When using a cone

balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-

ancer)..

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

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

if blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either' end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

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

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are noL

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT

OR PIN

BLADE

FIG. 10

CUSTOM RESPONS

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°

o Keep battery bolts tight.,

o Keep small vent holes openr

o Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battew and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power,

o Remove terminal guar&

° 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 brighL

. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

° Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).,

V-BELTS

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

operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wean

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling,

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with AP! service

classification SF or SG_ Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature,

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES ..............

i_F _20_ 0 ° 30" 320 40" 60 _ 800 'i00 _

..........,' ' i

i°c-3oo -20o 40° oo _;o 2oo3oo 40°

TEM,P,gRATuRE'RANGEANTiciPATED BEFORENEXTOILCHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

wil! result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F, Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil,

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and

every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year,.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

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

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

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs, 11 and 12)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change,,

All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface,

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container,,

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

to enter the engine when changing oil,,

° Remove drain plug,,

° After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely,

° Refill engine with oil through oii fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill,, For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this

manual

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

sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate

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

OIL FILL

CAPIDIPSTICK

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

FIG. 12

FIG. 11

'17

ESPONSU LINES

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13)

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,,

• Remove knob(s) and cover°

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

° Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

= Wash it in liquid detergent and water..

o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth,,

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

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

= If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cteaner,,

° Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge,.

o Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s),.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

. Remove cartridge nut,,

= Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from en-

tering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent

debris from entering carburetor_

- Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very

dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

° Reinsta!l cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover' and secure

with knob(s)_

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE_ THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE.. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY

CARTRIDGE.

COVER KNOB"---

COVER CARTRIDGE NUT

]_--_'_'PAPER

E LEANER-'I J:CA.TR,DGE

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 14)

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.

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 14)

Remove any dust, dirt or oi! from engine cooling fins to

prevent engine damage from overheating..

, Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing

and dipstick tube assembly off engine.

- Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirL

= Use compressed air'or' stiff bristle brush to thoroughly

clean engine cooling fins.

, To reassemble, reverse above procedure.

SCREWS

DIPSTICK

TUBE

ASSEMBLY

BLOWER HOUSING

AIR SCREEN

SCREWS

ENGINE

,COOLING FINS

SPARK

PLUG

FIG. 14

FIG. 13

CUS=['O E ESPO i

mLF['mES

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" on page 3 of this manual**

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. Iffuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required,

o With engine cool, remove fi{ter and plug fuel line

sections._

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

pointing towards carburetor.

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

properly positioned_

= Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP CLAMP

FUEL

FILTER

FIG. 15

CLEANING

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

matter.

° Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oi!, etc,.

oProtect painted surfaces with automotive type wax_

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water ouL Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.,

"19

SERVICE AND ADJUS ENTS

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CAUTION:

BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Depress clutchlbrake pedal fully and set parking brake.

Place gearshift 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, .................................

iiii ilmlml

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 16)

Mower witlbe easier to remove from the right side of tractor

oPlace attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

°Move attachment liftlever forward to lower mower to its

lowest position.

o Roll belt off engine pulley_

•Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing

retainer spring.

°Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by

removing retainer spring..

•Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs.+

,Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer

springs.

° Raise lift lever' to raise suspension arms Slide mower

out from under tractor

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, THE

R.H+AND L.H+ SUSPENSION ARMS MUST BE REMOVED

FROM TRACTOR

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 16)

° Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

oSlide mower under' tractor with discharge guard to right

side of tractor.

+ Lower lift lever to its lowest position..

. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

CLUTCH ROD

SUSPENSION

ARMS

CLUTCH LEVER

RETAINER

SPRING

ENGINE

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI+SWAY BAR RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

FIG. 16

SERVnCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 19 and 20)

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

THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT iS

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WiLL STAY LEVEL SfDE-TO_

SIDE

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

Iftires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs° 17 and 18)

• Raise mower to its highest position,

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measu re height

from bottom edge of mower to groun& Distance"A" on

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

of each other_

. If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only,.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

o To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment

nut on that side,.

NOTE: Each ful! turn of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 1/8"o

o Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO

GROUND _ F q .___a_OUND

FIG, 17

SUSPENSION

ARM

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 18

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/4" to

3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest

position..

Check adjustment on right side of tractor_ Measure dis-

tance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom

edge of mower housing as shown..

,Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length° Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8",.

o If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other link.

. To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on both front

links an equal number of turns,.

o When distance "D" is I/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front

links._

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

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

equal number of turns.

. When distance "D" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut"F" against trunnion on both front links.

Recheck side-to-side adjustment°

... _,.: = ., ._ _MANDREL

FIG. 19

NUT "F"

FRONT LIN KS TRUNNION

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

/_if :_.............. _"!_::':_:i_ .................

NUT "E"

2"1 FIG, 20

SERVMCEA

i_rlrl................... i i ,,,,,,,,i.............................. i,llll

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 21)

The mower' blade drive belt may be replaced without tools_

Park the tractor on level surface° Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL-

= Remove mower from tractor (See '`TO REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual)

° Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

= Pull belt away from mower_

BELT INSTALLATION -

° Install new belt in reverse order of removal

= Make sure belt is inall pulley grooves and inside all belt

guides.

° Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

MANDREL

PULLEY IDLER

PULLEYS

ADJUSTMENTS

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

MANDREL

PULLEY

FIG. 21

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 22)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxte.

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

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

o Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake..

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod°

If distance is otherthan 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn

nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2'L Retighten jam

nut against nut "A"..

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above° Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

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

maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center'.

NUT "A"

JAM

NUT

OPERATING

ARM

FIG. 22

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 23)

Park the tractor on level surface_ Engage parking brake_

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.,

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

section of this manuaL)

° Remove upper belt keeper,

= Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

° Pull beft slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt

upwards from trartsaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-

ers,

° Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards

from around engine pulley_

° Install new belt by reversing above procedure°

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS.

PULLEY

CLUTCHING

IDLER

TABS

BELT

KEEPER

TRANSAXLE

PULLEY

22 FIG. 23

SERVICE A DADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual_

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

your unit., if damage has occurred to affect the front wheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service

center.,

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 24)

o Block up axle securely+,

°Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose),,

°Repair tire and reassemble,,

= On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub

and axle. Insert square key,,

•Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove,,

°Replace axle cover,,

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

_SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 24

AXLE COVER

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 25)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener-

ate explosive gases. Keepsparks,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 1S EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATtVE 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 A]-rACH 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 TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

CHASSIS

CABLES

CHARGED

BATTERY

POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

FIG+ 25

ERVICE A ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

o Raise hood..

, Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

gdlL

• 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 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. 26)

°Raise hood°

° Unsnap headlight wire connector,

oStand in front of tractor_ Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor°

° To replace, reverse above procedure..

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 27)

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

from slow (,_,) to choke (l\t) position_ Slowly move

lever from choke (N) to fast (,_) position,.

= Check that holes "A" in governorcontrol lever and hole

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

loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes

are aligned.. Tighten clamp screw securely_

GOVERNOR

CONTROLLEVER GOVERNOR

CONTROL PLATE

HOLES "A" CLAMP THROI"rLE

SCREW CABLE

FIG. 27

FIG, 26

SERVICE A

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 28)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary,. However, minor adjust-

ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel,

temperature, altitude or load.. If the carburetor does need

adjustment, proceed as follows:

in general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de-

creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/

air mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter_

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving

a richer fuel/air mixture,.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND

THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS

TURNED IN TOO TIGHT,

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

=Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu-

retor when making carburetor adjustments.

= Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly

(see above)..

• With engine off turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise)

closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock-

wise) 1 full turn..

FINAL SETTING -

• Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make

final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion

control lever in neutral (N) position_

-Move throttle control lever to slow (,_) position. With

finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed

screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM.

o While still holding throttle lever against idle speed

screw, turn idte mixture valve in (clockwise) until en-

gine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise)

until engine runs rough,. Turn valve to a point midway

between those two positionso Release throttle lever..

ADJUSTMENTS

ACCELERATION TEST -

° Move throttle control lever from slow (,_) to fast (,@)

positiono if engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture

valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler-

ates smoothly,.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust -

damage may result°

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WiTH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDINGTHE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THiNKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

THROTTLE IDLE SPEED

LEVER SCREW

IDLE MIXTURE VALVE

FIG, 28

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

the season or if the tractor wilt not be used for 30 days or

more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or' spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove 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,

oClean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual)..

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

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

oLubricate 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 battery cleaned tlloroug hly (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 in contact with battery

terminals_

° Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

° If battery is removed from tractor for' storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL sYSTEM

IMPORTANT: iT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE..

° Drain the fuel tank.

oStart the engine and Iet it run until the fuel _ines 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

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

ENGINE OIL

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

oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual)..

CYLINDERS

- Remove spark plug(s)_

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

cylinder(s),

= Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds

to distribute oit_

° 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.

oIf possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

°Coveryourtractor with a suitable protective coverthat

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.

PROBLEM

Will not start

m .....................

Hard to start

Engine wil! not turn over

Engine clicks but will not

start

Loss of power

CAUSE

t. Out of fuel

2,, Engine not "CHOKED" properiy

3. Engine flooded

4, Bad spark plug

5. Dirty air filter

6, Dirty fuel filter,.

7 Water in fuel.

8 Loose or damaged wiring

9 Carburetor out of adjustment

10 Engine valves out of adjustment.

1 Dirty air filter

2 Bad spark plug

3Weak or dead battery

4 Dirtyfuel filter

5 Staleor dirty fuel

6 Loose or damaged wiring,,

7 Carburetor out of adjustment

8 Engine valves out of adjustment

1 Clutch/brake pedal not depressed

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3, Weak or dead battery.

4, Blown fuse.,

5, Corroded batter,,/terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring

7,. Faulty ignition switch

8 Faulty solenoid or starter,

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es)

I Weak or dead battery

2 Corroded battery terminals,

3 Loose or damaged wiring.

4 Faulty solenoid or starter

CORRECTION

t Fill fuel tank

2 See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section

3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start

4 Replace spark plug

5 Clean/replace airffiter

6 Replace fuel filter

7 Drain fue! tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter,

8 Check all wiring

9 Contact an authorized service center/department

10 Contact an authorized service center/department

t., Clean/replace air filter.

2, Replace sparkplug

3 Recharge or replace battery

4 Replace fuel filter

5 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

6 Check all wiring

7, Contact an authorized service center/department

8, Contact an authorized service center/department

t Depress clutch/brake pedal

2 Disengage attachment clutch

3 Recharge or replace battery

4, Replace fuse

5., Clean battery termina{s

6,, Check all wiring

7, Check/replace ignition switch

8., Check/replace solenoid or starter

9, Contact an authorized service center/department

1.. Recharge or replace battery

2. Clean barteryterminals

3, Check all wiring

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

,,H............. ..........................................................

1 Cutting too much grass/too fast

2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position,

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

1_, Set in "Higher Cu{" position/reduce speed

2. Adjust throttle control

3, Clean underside of mower housing..

Excessive vibration

4 Dirty air filter.,

5,, Low oiI leve!/dirty oil.

6, Faulty spark plug

7, Dirty fuel filter,

8, Stale or dirty fue[

9. Waterin fuel

10. Spark plug wire loose,,

11, Dirty engine air screen!f{ns

12 Dirty/clogged muffler

t3 Loose or damaged widng

14, Carburetor out of adjustment,

15, Engine valves out of adjustment

1 Worn, bent or loose blade.

2 Bent blade mandrel

3 Loose/damaged part(s)

4 Clean/replace air filter,,

5 Check oil level/change oil,,

6 Clean and regap or change spark p_ug

7 Replace fuelfiIter.

8 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline

9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank wilh fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter

t0 Connect and tighten spark plug wire

tl, Clean engine air screen!fins

12. Clean/replace muffler

!3 Check all wiring.

t4 Contact an authorized service center!department

t5 Contact an authorized service center/department

!. Replace blade Tighten blade boll,,

2. Repiace blade mandrel

3 Tighten loose part(s) Replace damaged parts

=['ROU LESHOOTmNG POmN'rS

i,ll ill iL.............................. lu,iNll

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut -uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

I Faulty operator-safety presence control system

1 Worn, bent or loose blade

2 Mower deck not level.

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

4 Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

t, Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2 Worn!damaged mower drive belt

3 Frozen idler pulley

4 Frozen blade mandrel

CORRECTION

1 Check wiring, switches and connections if not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department.

1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3 Clean underside of mower housing

4. Replace blade mandrel

5 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes

!0,

Engine speed too slow.

Travel speed too fast

Wet grass

Mower deck not level

Low/uneven tire air pressure

Worn, bent or loose blade

1. Remove obstruction

2 Replace mower drive belt

3 Replace idter pulley

4 Replace blade mandrel

1 Place throttle controf in "FAST" position

2. Shiftto siower speed.

3 A_low grass to dry before mowing

4 Level mower deck

5 Check tires for proper air pressure.

6 Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt..

Buildup of grass, Ieaves and trash under mower

Mower drive belt worn

Blades improperly installed

Improper b_ades used.

Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels

1.. Switch is "OFF"..

2 Bulb(s) burned out.

3Faulty light switch.

4 Loose or damaged widng

5. Blown fuse

1 Bad battery cell(s)

2 Poor cable connections

3 Faulty regulator (if so equipped)

4 Faulty alternator.

1. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine

7 Clean underside of mower housing

8, Replace mower drive belt

9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down

10, Replace with blades listed in this manual,

11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes,,

1.. Turn switch "ON".

2 Replace bulb(s).

3 Check/replace light switch

4 Check wiring and connections

5 Replace fuse

1 Replace battery.

2 Check/clean all connections

3 Replace regulator.

4.. Replace alternator

Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and ailow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine..

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

RED

BATTERY

BLACK

AMMETER

RED

IGNITION SWITCH

BLACK

/C,7

WHITE

I I

',OY

t -J

CLUTCH /BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

I, !

t_ Ill -- "

. J

SOLENOID

RED

STARTER

I _t

AFTER FIRE SOLENOID

WHITE

--_ I

".........I'O 0'"' BUCK

I (CLUTCH OFF) I

BLACK

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

1 I

I l

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

t'_ IGNITIONUNIT I_ sPARK _----_PLUG

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

28 VOLTS AO MIN. @ 3606 RPM

(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF M + G

ON B+L

START B + S + L

RED

LIGHTING SYSTEM t

NOTE OUTmJT DIODE i ALTERNATOR

5 AMP AC @ 3§O.0_R_

YOUR TRACTOR IS _ '_'

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL !_ _x -

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM f_ " 14VOLTSACMtN@3600RPM(UGHTSOFF}

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT " _o HEA L GHT

IB D l S

CONNECTED TO THE I' ..... I

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR L_ _,_n_O_9__

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. ;v __", vT \'-J T -

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE IHEAD[I(314T i _ I

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS SWITL}R L--_ O

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE (OFF)

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS --_---- REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IFWIRING INSULATED /-_

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING..

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

t70

36 35

....36

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 146139

2 74760412

3 STD55!025

4 STD55! 125

6 STD541025

7 t09238X

8 144940

9 109596X

15 147688

19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 136850

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 108824X

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 144921

31 140400

32 141226

33 140403

34 110712X

35 140336

36 STD601005

38 108236X

39 109553X

40 146057

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 121433X

49 11151000

70 140422

Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP

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

Washer 9/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga

Washer Lock Hvy Helical t/4

Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Tube Plastic 12"

Case Battery W/2 Holes W Btry

Clamp Hose Olive

Fastener Snap-In

Washer Lock 1/4

Nut Jam Hex '1/4-20 Unc

Harness Asm Light W/4152j

Bulb Light #1156

Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red

Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green

Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Switch Ign 3 Pos

Nut Ignition

Cover Sw Key Bik 1 25 Text SLT

Key lgn Molded Craftsman

Switch Light BIk BIk Red

Bracket Switch Interlock

Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc X 1/2

Bracket Switch Clutch

Switch Intlk Clutch Red 4 Term

Harness Ign Lt Dash IPC Mch 95

Bolt Bfk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Uric x 1/2

Cover Terminal Red

Solenoid

Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Washer Lock Internal Tooth 5/8

Harness Engine B&S I40HV

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

RE!PAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

21 22

33 10

26 25

326 14

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

100

NOTE:

145501

140356

17490612

STD551025

146077

145208X016

126842X

126471X

146760X011

STD533710

146956

146961X012

17490608

74180512

STD54143'1

Chassis Weldment 11ga 1995

Drawbar Stretch

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga,

Bumper Snapqn

Saddle Silkscreen 6sp Fit Sdl

D4360

Shietd Ht Hood Kohl/Dia Engine

Clip Insulator .406

Dash Silkscreened 'l-Pc M WA,,NC,

Sym/EN

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

Panel Pnt Dash Lh

Panel Slkscr Dash Rh Weldment

Screw Thdrol 3/8q 6xl/2 Ty*tt

Screw Mach Trhd 5/16-18uncx3/4

Nut Keps 5/16-18 Unc

__-74_ Hood Asm Pnt Weld MS-574 t 6"_'q _ _' "/S-3rq t

126938X

17521312

122933X

124479X

STD523710

19131312

STD541437

17030814

140137

124029X

109872X574

136619

145244X574

I45243X574

STD533707

139886

139887

105037X

5479J

Bumper Hood

Screw Sltd Hex Hd w/Pl Washer

Rivet Ratchet Nylon

Washer Nylon Blk 28x 75x 19

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 13/32 x 12 Ga

Nut Lock 3/8-16 Unc

Screw Lock Spider #8 x 7/8

Grille Black Ms-428

Lens Headlight Bar Clear

Fender Pnt

Bracket Pnt Fender

Footrest Pnt Lh Lt/Yt/Gt 574

Footrest Pnt Rh Lt!Yt/Gt 574

Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 X3/4

Bracket, Asm. Pivot, LH,, Mower

Rear

Bracket, Asm. Pivot, R.H. Mower

Rear

Strip Foam 18"

Plug Button BIk 359 Dia

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR

DRIVE

PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

112-'-_Tj..

I52

i I

lII'i -'"

I 18 5

11.-I _19 5

I 1 72

_66 56

36 34 37

22 26

REPAIR

DRIVE

PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

142603

146682

123666X

12000028

121520X

17490512

130802

131679

STD561210

105701X

19151216

74550412

STD551125

74490544

STD5237t0

STD541437

106933X

130804

STD541237

106888X

STD551037

STD561210

145204

124236X

130807

127275X

STD523107

149001

120183X

STD551062

STD571810

123674X

STD523727

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transaxle 6sp Std Dana,

Model Nor 4360°79

Spring Return Brake

Pulley Transaxle Alum

Ring Retainer # 5100-62

Strap Pnt Torque 30 Deg BIk

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 X 3/4 Tyt

Plate Pnt Rod Shift T/a (blk)

Rod Shifter Blk (dana)

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 1 Cad

Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole

Washer 15/32 X 3/4 X 16ga

Bolt 1/4-28 Unf Gr 8 w/Patch

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr,, 5

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Nut Lock 3/8-16 Unc

Knob Rd 1/2d3 Pfstc Thds BIk

Rod Brake Lt

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc

Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 Ga

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

Rod Brake Parking Lt iYt

Cap Parking Brake Red

Bracket Transmission

Keeper Belt Lh Lt 14 Ga

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 3/4

Shaft Asm Pedal Foot

Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id

Washer 2'I/32 X '1X 16 Ga

Pin Roll 3/16 X 1"

Pulley Idler Fiat

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-t6unc X 2-3/4

40 4470J

41 !09070X

42 19131312

44 105706X

45 110812X

46 12000039

47 127783

48 123789X

49 I23205X

50 STD523715

51 STD541437

52 STD541431

53 105710X

55 105709X

56 74760620

57 130801

58 127274X

59 140312

61 174906'12

62 8883R

63 140186

64 71170764

65 STD551143

66 129921

70 134683

72 19132012

74 109502X

75 121749X

76 STD581075

77 123583X

78 121748X

112 19091210

NOTE:

Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp

Keeper Belt Retainer

Washer '13/32 X 13/16 X t2 Ga

Bearing Nyl 503 X 628 X 1 25

Washer Hardened

Ring Klip #t5304-50

Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic

Betlcrank Asm

Retainer Belt Style Spring

Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc X 1-1/2

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Uric

Nut Lock 5/16-18 Unc

Link Clutch 7 66

Spring Return Clutch 6 75

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1-1/4

V-belt Ground Drive 95°25

Keeper Belt Rh Lt Pnt/zinc 16g

Retainer Belt Chassis Lh Zinc

Screw Thdrol 3/8-t6x3/4 Ty-tt

Cover Pedal BIk Std

Pulley Engine

Bolt Finhex 7/16--,_;0x 4 g5

Washer Lock Hvy Hid Spr 7/16

Keeper Belt Engine Lh Lt

Guide Belt Dr Mower Rh

Washer 13/32 X 1-1/4 X t2 Ga

Spacer Split .80x194

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

Ring E #5133_75

Key Square 2 0 X 1845/1865

Washer 25/32 X t 5/8 X 16ga

Washer 9/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

All component dimensions given in U,S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

STEERING ASSEMBLY

+l_ _ _ = _ \

;7"--_--42

16 32

I /

i /

\! 43

REPAUR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 139768

2 142033

3 135227

4 135228

5 6266H

6 121748X

7 19272O16

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 130468

11 STD551137

12 73610600

13 110438X

14 74011056

15 73901000

16 132624

17 132614

18 57079

19 124035X

20 126684X

2t STD55!125

22 71070410

23 127501

24 109816X

25 124036X

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

30 STD561210

32 130465

36 132196

37 STD611005

38 139769

39 19133808

4O STD541537

41 104820X

42 124417X

43 121749X

46 121232X

47 6855M

62 149684

Wheel Steering Std Black

Axle Asm Front

Spindle Asm Lh

Spindle Asm Rh

Bearing Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga

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

Ring Klip #t5304-75

Bearing Col Strg Blk

Link Drag Sol Ball Jt 20 064

Washer Lock Hvy Hicl Spr 3/8

Nut Fin Hex 3/8-24 Unf

Spacer Bearing Axle Front

Bolt Hex 5/8-11 Uric X 3-1/2

Locknut Flange 5/8-11 Unc

Pin Axle 5/8 X 1 55/1 54 Lg

Shaft Asm Strg 5/8 X 15 19 Lt

Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033

Support Shaft

Washer Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

Screw Hex Socket 1/4-20 X 5/8

Shaft Asm Pittman

Nyliner Snap In

Bracket Steering

Bushing Rod Tie Blk Lt

Gear Sector

Washer 13/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt

Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech

Bushing Strg 5/8 ld Dash

Screw Slftp #10-16 X 1/2 Ty-b

Insert Cap Strg Wheel Std BIk

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

Nut Lock Center 3/8-24unf

Adaptor Wheel Strg 640/635id

Boot Shaft Steering

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

Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk

Fitting Grease

Kit Steering Assembly

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

I inch = 254 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NPJMBER 917.256510

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

140122

140551

STD523710

19131610

145006

STD541437

124181X

17490616

19131614

140552

121246X

121248X

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Seat 3350 Blk/blk Craftsman

Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga

Clip Push tn Hinged

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Uric

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga

Pan Pnt Seat (blk)

Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch

Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id

14 72050411

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 139888

22 STD541431

23 74780814

24 19171912

25 127018X

26 STD551150

Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk !/4-20xl-3/8

Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc

Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Uric Blkz

Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 5/16-18

Bolt Fin Hex 1/2-t3 X 7/8 Gr 5

Washer 17/32 X t-3/I6 X t2 Ga

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 1/2

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPARR

DECALS

PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

t7 8 6 3 7 7 4 8 14 16

14 21 5 11

15 18

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 138955

2 273216

3 150676

4 150677

5 150680

6 133644

7 142235

8 150685

9 128314

10 149516

11 137537

12 4900J

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NOo DESCRIPTION

Decal Instruction Operat Eng

Decal B&S 15.5 HP IC G D Dora

Decal Hood Slope Rh Craftsman

Decal Hood Slope Lh Craftsman

Decal Grille Craftsman Sip LT Dov

Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom

Decal Panel Side iic Gold/White

Decal insert Hood

Decal Fender Craftsman White

Decal, Btry DngriPSN Eng Acme

Decal Caution English/Spanish

Decal Clutch/brake English

'15

146046

150678

136832

140837

150333

133179

131265

145245

145247

138311

151218

151219

Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor

Decal Chassis 6 Sp 42"

Decal Mower Drive Schematic

Decal Saddle Brake Parking

Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line Sr&

Decal Mower Qc System

Decal Lightbox

Pad, Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman 95

Fastner Pop in Footrest

Decal Lift Handle

Manual, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

WHEELS &TIRES

4,10

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192

2 65'139

3 t06222X

4 59904

5 106732X427

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X427

9 106268X

'10 7152J

11 104757X

-- 144334

NOTE:

Cap Value Tire

Stem Value

Tire F Ts '15X 6 0 - 6 Service

Tube Inner Front #35060

Rim Asm 6"front White Service

Fitting Grease

Bearing Flange

Rim Asm 8"rear White Service

Tire R Ts '18x9 5-8 Service

Tube Rear 9 5 X 8 Service

Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. tube)

All component dimensions given in UoS. inches°

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

ENGINE

72 62

13 4

40 33

,,,%..*

OPTIONAL EQUIPM ENT

Spark Arrester

REPAIR

ENGINE

PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 132759

2 '17720410

3 15O457

4 137352

13 272293

14 13280324

15 13200300

16 STD551237

23 128953

24 STD601005

29 137180

31 109202X

32 123549X

33 I23487X

37 137040

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091416

62 STD551131

72 71070512

78 17490620

81 128861

NOTE:

Control Throt Rh Blk Pd115 I0

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

Engine B&S 15/15.5 DIC & GD DC 1

Model No, 28N707, Type No.. 0171_01

Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt

Gasket I 313 ld Tin Plated

Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"

Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8_t8 Npt

Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

Shield Pnt Heat Browning Grass

Screw Tap Hex #10-24unc X 1/2

Arrestor Spark

Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr

Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

CIamp Hose BIk

Line Fuel 20"

Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine

Manufacturer)

Bushing Snap Nyl Brk Fuel Line

Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4

Washer 9/32 X 7/8 X 16ga

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hexhd Cap 5/16-18x3/4

Screw Thd rol 3/8-16xl -1/4 Tytt

Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

All component dimensions given in U.So inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,256510

LIFT

/j 1o/

/!,/// /

L32

13-----_

15 20

161718 20

REPAIR

LIFT

PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256510

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

t t36973 Rod Asmo Lever

2 122507X Shaft Asm Lift

3 105767X Pin Groove

4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62

5 19211621 Washer 2!/32 x 1 x 21 Gao

6 120183X Bearing Nytong

7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted

8 122365X Button Plunger Read

10 122512X Spring Cprsn

11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.,H,

12 139866 Link Asm Lift R,,Ho

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

15 127218 Link Front

t6 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

!7 130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc

18 73800800 Nut Lock WiWsh 1/2-13 Unc

!9 139868 Arm Suspension Mower

20 3!46R Retainer Spring

31 140302 Bearing. Pvt, Lift. Spherical

32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US, inches

I inch = 2&4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

MOWER

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

76 77

56 _ _36

21 22

,_23 24

28 27

REPABR PARTS

MOWER

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256510

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

144393

STD533107

138017

138440

STD624008

130832

850857

STD551137

140296

134149

129895

137645

128774

110485X

140329

72110610

72140505

132827

136888

73680500

134753

131267

105304X

123713X

110452X

130968

19111016

131491

138776

129963

129861

137266

STD533717

133835

131494

19131316

73680600

133551

DESCRIPTION

Mower Housing

Bolt

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar

Retainer Spring

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8

Washer, Lock

Washer, Hardened

Blade, Mulching

Bearing, Ball

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented

(Includes Key Number 6)

Housing, Mandrel, Vented

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

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

Bolt, Shoulder

Baffle, Vortex

Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC

Stiffener Bracket

Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion, Deflector

Nut, Push

Shield, Deflector

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Rod, Hinge

Screw Thdrot Hex Head Zinc Mwr

Washer, Spacer

Pulley, Mandrel

Nut, Toplock, Flanged

Bolt

Fastner, Christmas Tree

Pulley, Idler, Flat

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

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Rod, Pivot, with Nibs

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

43 140083

44 140088

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 133940

50 131340

51 STD541410

52 139888

53 131845

54 133943

55 140084

56 t22052X

58 140086

59 141043

67 149846

68 144200

71 142427

72 131870

73 127847

74 121748X

75 12000029

76 128903

77 127845

78 145132

79 127498

80 128759

81 73350600

82 142028

83 120958X

84 144394

85 7214O618

92 73800600

-- 130794

145411

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs

Guard, Mandrel, LH

Retainer

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

Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, Shoulder #'10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Spring, Torsion Brakes 42"

Guard, Tuv Idler (94)

Knob Custom Oval

V-Belt

Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs

Spring, Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

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

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-t6 UNC x 1.44

Keeper, Spring

Arm, Clutch, Primary

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Trunnion Adjl. 94

Washer Sintered

Keeper Belt Idler Fixed

Bolt Carriage 3/8-t6 x 2-1/4

Locknut, Hex WiWsh 3/8-16 UNC

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete

Available Mulcher Plate Kit not included with tractor:

- - 141112 Mulcher Close-out Plate Kit

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

REPAMRPARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-79

33 1

45 46 47

19 40 41 42

55 51

62 59

68 69 67

43 =

REPABR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

DANA TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 4360-79

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 142671 Housing, Upper 41 105928X

2 2274J Screw, Self-Tapping, Large 42 110084X

1/4-20 x .734 43 134394

3 134400 Ball, Detent 44 120473X

4 I05904X Spring, Detent 45 142678

5 105905X Screw, Set 46 142679

6 138235 Kit, Shifter Assembly 47 120407X

7 134399 Boot, Shifter 48 106589X

8 134791 Screw, Tapping w/Seater 49 120408X

9 138241 Square Ring 50 105937X

10 142672 Ring, Retaining 51 2226J

!1 134793 * Assembly, Kit, Shim _625 Shaft 52 134401

12 142673 Bearing, Flange 53 2264J

13 120415X Washer, Plain _632 x 1.38 x .046 54 t20474X

!4 142674 Key, Woodruff, #9 55 I10081X

15 138234 Assembly, Kit, Input Shaft 56 105941X

16 110078X Pinion, Bevel, 14Teeth 57 110071X

17 I05909X Ring, Retaining 58 !20952X

18 105910X Chain, 24 Pitches 59 1!0082X

19 105911X Bearing, Flange 60 120475X

20 142675 Gear, Spur, 14 Teeth 61 142680

21 138246 Collar, Clutch 62 120961X

22 138236 Assembly, Kit, Clutch Keys 63 7294J

23 73810500 Locknut 5/16-24 64 108989X

24 142676 Shaft, intermediate 65 120953X

25 2244J Key, Woodruff, #61 66 120954X

26 105916X Ring, Retaining 67 134799

27 120470X Sprocket, 18 Teeth (Reverse)

28 110070X Spacer 68 138244

29 142677 Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth (1.) 69 108996X

30 142681 Gear, Spur, 35 Teeth (2,.) 70 120956X

31 120405X Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth (3_) 71 106596X

32 108980X Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (4-)

33 120406X Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth (5-) 72 120951X

34 134796 Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth (6,,) 73 120416X

35 105925X Washer, Plain _640 x 1.37 x _,061

36 2232J Washer, Plain _632 x 1.00 x _026

37 108978X Spacer _.630x 1.00 x .169

38 110079X Assembly, Gear, Combination of ** Order Key No, 15

12 Teeth and 35 Teeth

Shaft, idler

Spacer ..635 x .875 x .755

39 124639X

40 120472X

Sprocket, 9 Teeth (Reverse)

Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth

Assembly, Kit, Shim ,.750 Shaft

Shaft, Drive

Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth (1,,)

Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth (2_.)

Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth (3,°)

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (4_.)

Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth (5_)

Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth (6,_)

Washer, Plain .632 x 1 00 x ..060

Washer, Neoprene

Washer, Plain ..758 x 1.25 x .O31

Axle, L.H_

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Ring, Retaining

Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth

Shaft, Cross

Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth

Axle, RH.

Housing, Lower

Puck, Friction

Disc, Brake

Spacer

Jaw, Brake

Pin, Dowel

Screw, Self-Tapping, Large

5/16-18 x 2425

Lever, Actuating

Washer, Plain 4321 x 1o00 x .055

Bracket, Anti-Rotation

Screw, Self-Tapping, Large

5/16-18 x 1,44

Puck, Friction

Grease

* Use in combinations to maintain proper clearances

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US.. inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0171-01

635 337

552

634A

i_,, 592

_¢_562

230

"_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL,

3o@

238 0

614

634A

166

1029

1034

1022

1026

305

1023

022

REPABR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 017'I-01

127 138

137

164

_123

'_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL,

130

95 9871 _

634B

142

1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT

147

137

REPAHRPARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0171-01

523

284A

3 20 634A 842 524 868 868A

__ 537

_524

468

1006

305

363

137

138

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

668

1044

Q75

467

171 _535

_224

334

72t

REPAURPARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0171-0'1

209

877

601

783

544

311

803

RIEPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0171-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 496412

2399265

3 391086

5 495858

7 272614

8 495735

9 27803

10 94624.

11 281246

12 271916

271997

271996

t3 94728

15 94239

16 495162

94196

18 494238

20 291675

22 94624

23 492326

32A

222698

495860

495977

495978

495979

495854

495852

495851

495855

260924

299691

391286

494504

495490

94695

94648

495856

495857

262811

224502

224641

262411

96884

272465

272569

94637

224061

94626

Cylinder' Assembly 95

Bearing, Cylinder 98

* Seal, Oil 104

Head, Cylinder 105

*** Gasket, Cylinder Head 106

Breather Assembly 108

* Gasket, Valve Cover 117

Screw, Serns 118

Tube, Breather 121

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover, o015" 123

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover, .005" 125

* Gasket, Crankcase Cover, .009" 127

Screw, Cylinder Head 130

P{ug, Oil Drain 131

Crankshaft 133

Timing Gear Key 137

Base, Engine 138

* Seal, Oil 141

Screw, Sems, Base Mounting 142

Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly, 147

Magneto 164

Key, Flywheel 166

Piston Assembly, Standard Size 171

Piston Assembly, .010" Oversize 187

Piston Assembly, .020" Oversize ! 88

Piston Assembly, .030" Oversize 192

Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size 201

Ring Set, Piston, .010" Oversize 209

Ring Set, Piston, ..020" Oversize 216

Ring Set, Piston, ..030" Oversize 219

Lock, Piston Pin 222

Pin Assy, Piston, Standard Size 224

Pin Assy.., Piston, _005" Oversize 225

Rod Assembly, Connecting 227

Rod Assembly, Connecting, 230

.020 Undersize Crankpin Bore 232

Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1-57/64 238

Screw, Hex Washer Head, 1-5/8 240

Valve, Exhaust 265

Valve, Intake 284

Spri[lg, Valve

Guard, Flywheel

Retainer, Valve Spring

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam

**** Gasket, Carburetor (Carburetor to

Elbow) (Also Included in Gasket

Set, Part Number 495993)

*** Gasket, Carburetor

(Elbow to Cylinder)

Stud, Carburetor Mounting

Washer',. Spring

Screw, Pan Head

94098

495800

231789

231855

231854

224540

231858

495932

498116

94616

498051

224539

494379

494381

281165

281164

495931

231859

497472

214047

94555

281051

393815

94627

492160

262767

260695

262766

490815

495611

94729

231058

493935

94742

262785

262836

394358

221535

94704

"h*

Screw, Throttle

Screw, idle Speed

Pin, Float Hinge

Valve Float

Seat, inlet Valve

Valve, Choke

Jet, Needle Valve

Valve, Needle

Carburetor Overhaul Kit

Screw, Elbow Mounting

Carburetor Assembly

Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only)

Valve, Throttle

Shaft and Lever', Throttle

Float, Carburetor

Gasket, Float Bowl

Washer, Bowl

Shaft and Lever', Choke

Nozzle, Carburetor

Pilot, Jet

Manifold, Intake

Stud, Rocker' Arm

Nut, Air' Cleaner Mounting

Line, Fuel (11" Long, Cut to Suit)

Screw, Sems

Adjuster, Valve

Link, Governor

Spring, Governor

Link, Choke

Gear', Governor

Plate, Governor Control

Screw, Sems, Air Cleaner

Crank, Governor

Lever' Assembly, Governor

Washer, Governor Crank

Spring, Governor Link

Cap, valve

Filter, Fuel (In Fuel Line)

Clamp, Casing

Screw, Hex Head

* Included in Gasket Set (495993)

** Included in Carburetor Kit (498116)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (495993) and

Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)

**** Included in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor Kit

(498t 16) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

NOTE; Att component dimensions given in U oS. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAUR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256510

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 28N707, TYPE NUMBER 0171-01

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

284A 94073

294 8'10068

304 496280

305 94729

306 225020

307 94386

309 497595

310 497602

311 497608

333 495859

334 93381

337 491055

346 93705

356 97708

358 495993

363 19203

383 89838

423 94073

445 493909

455 222561

467 493903

468 224948

474 393474

482 93621

510 497606

523 495230

524 68838

525 496113

535 272403

537 281106

544 497603

552 231597

562 92613

592 231082

601 93053

611 493496

614 93306

615 263080

618 262803

634 281168

634A 491323

634B 281167

635 280872

646 224546

657 93496

663 94620

668 280848

718 230192

726 392134

727 490324

728 94627

729 281390

Screw, Hex Head 729A 225170

Screw, Set 741 262932

Housing, Blower 757 2t 3998

Screw, Hex, Head, 758 399891

Blower Housing Mounting 759 298909

Shield, Cylinder 761 94593

Screw, Cylinder Shield 783 280104

Motor, Starter 801 394856

Bolt, Thru 802 497605

Brush Set 803 497604

Armature, Magneto 842 270920

Screw, Sems, Armature Mounting 847 4964t5

Plug, Spark 85t 2241 !0

Screw, Hex Head 868 494435

Wire Assembly 868A 272610

Gasket Set 871 262835

Puller, Flywheel 872 281361

Wrench, Spark Plug 8'75 495862

Screw, Sems 877 393456

Cartridge, Air Cleaner 947 497157

Cup, Screen Mounting 965 94010

Knob, Air Cleaner 975 495933

Screen, Flush Rotating 977 494385

Stator, Alternator 987 281166

Screw, Sems 1005 28'1400

Drive, Starter 1006 224413

Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 1019 496758

Seal, Filler Tube i 022 272475

Tube, Oil Filler 1023 224552

Element, Filter 1026 494432

O-Ring, Air Cleaner 495136

Armature, Starter 1029 224554

Bushing, Governor Crank 1033 495992

Bolt, Governor Lever 1034 495248

Nut, Hex 1044 94673

Clamp, Fuel Pipe 1054 270723

Elbow, Fuel Pipe 1058 272623

Pin, Cotter 1090 497607

Retainer, E-Ring

Spring, Choke Return

Seal, Choke Shaft

Seal, Governor

Washer, Throttle Shaft

Boot, Spark Plug

Brace, Air Cleaner

Screw, Sems

Screw, Self-Tapping

Spacer

Pin, Dowel

Gear, Ring

(Includes Mounting Hardware)

Cover, Starter

Screw, Hex Head

Clip, Wire

Retainer, Wire

Gear, Timing

Link, Counterweight

Counterweight Assembly

Pin, Counterweight

Screw, Counterweight

Gear, Starter

Cap, Drive

Cap, End

Housing, Starter

Seal, Oil Filler Cap

Fill Group, Oil

Terminal, Ignition Cable

Seal Assembly, Valve

Gasket, Valve

Bushing, Guide (Intake & Exhaust)

Cover, Air Cleaner

Body, Air Cleaner

Diode and Connector Assembly

Solenoid

Nut, Hex

Bowl Assembly, Carburetor

Carburetor Gasket Set

Seal, Throttle Shaft

Fan, Flywheel

Retainer, Fan

Label Kit

Gasket, Cover

Cover, Rocker Arm

Rod, Push, intake

Rod, Push, Exhaust

Arm, Rocker

Valve Overhaul Kit

Guide Assembly, Push Rod

Screw, Hex Head

Tie, Cable

Manual, Owner's

Retainer, Brush

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1650-1850

High Speed: 3200-3400

*Included in Gasket Set (495993)

** included in Carburetor Kit (498116)

*** Included in both Gasket Set (495993) and

Valve Overhaul Kit (495992)

.... Included in Gasket Set (495993), Carburetor Kit

(498116) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches

! inch = 25.4 mm

ERVmCE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING

JIDE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

]lllll l

_perate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I

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

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.256510

iF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOT LINE, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

15.5 HP IC

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN 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 seal

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,

Roebuck and Co.. Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

° PRODUCT- TRACTOR

-MODEL NUMBER - 917.256510

,, ENGINE MODEL NO. - 28N707, TYPE NO. 0171-01

° PART NUMBER

oPART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with

Sears trained technicians .... professional technicians

specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to

you, we service what we sell.

151218 09,.29.95 KFSW

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Printed in U_S_A_

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