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SWARSnFTZMON

MODEL NUMBER 917.256544 OWNER'SMANUAL

Assembly

Operation

Customer Responsibilities

Service and Adjustments

Repair Parts

;AUTION: 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 OFAMPUTATING 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 isclearof ether 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 er unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

I1. SLOPE OPERATION

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

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or

death. All slopes 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. Taft grass can hide obstacles.

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

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

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

make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight dawn the

slope.

DO NOT:

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

and gradually downhill, if possible.

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

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

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

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is net alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keepchildren out ofthe mowing area andunderthe watchful

care of another responsible adult.

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

• Before and when backing, look behind and clown 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 care in handling gasoline and other luels. 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 the 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, light

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

stodng.

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

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grasscatchercomponents are subjectto 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 cut. Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as

required.

Look for this symbol to point out importanJ

safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONHI BECOME ALERT!I! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

sliding.

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

ground.

Do notuse grass catcher on steep slopes.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental

starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

&WARNING &

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-

tive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Tractor. it has been desigr_ed, 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 Center!Department. We have competent, weJl-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

_ y

Always observe the SAEET RULES ..

MODEL

NUMBER 917256544

SERIAL

NUMBER .........................................................................

DATE OF PURCHASE ..................................................................................................

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERSWILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT,

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP !N A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBmLmES

-Read and observe the safety rules.

o Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring tor and

using your tractor.

,Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-

lies" and "Storage" sections of this owneKs manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFmCATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 15.0

GASOLINE CAPACITY 1,25 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (APFSF!SG): SAE 10W30 (above 32°E)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 HNTS

W!O FILTER: 3.5 P_NTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: ,040")

VALVE CLEARANCE: NO] ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 11

2nd 15

3rd 2_3

4th &5

5th 4_4

6th 5.7

REVERSE: 17

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: !4 PS!

REAR: t0 PSi

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

5 AMPS HEADUGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT LBS.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any

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

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with a spark arrester meeting applicable !ocal or state laws

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

in effective working order by the operator.

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 lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUJPIVlENT

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

the instructions in the owneCs manual, Sears will repair or repmace,free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

ExpendaMe items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

o Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the faiBureto maintain lhe

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

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

L MITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this dding 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 EQUIPMENT 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 lega! rights, and you may_#Is_ hav_ otherrights which may vary from state to state.

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

PRODUCT SPEOSFICATIONS ...................................... 3

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

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 4

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

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

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

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

STORAG E ................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 2"7-28

REPAIR PARTS ° TRACTOR ................................ 30=47

REPAIR PARTS -ENG|NE .................................... 48-53

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................. BACK PAGE

INDEX

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

Adjustments:

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

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

Mower:

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

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

Throttle Controi Cable ................. 24

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

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

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

Battery:

Charging ....................................... 8

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

Starting wilh Weak Battery .......... 23

Slorage ....................................... 26

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

Belts:

Motion Drive

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

Mower B_ade Drive

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

Blade:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Engine:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Spark Plugs ............................. 19

Tractor:

Blades ..................................... 16

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

Maintenance Schedule ........... 15

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

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

Oi] Change ................................ 17

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

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

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

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

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

Storage ....................................... 28

Filters:

Air ................................................ 18

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

Fuel:

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

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

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

Gauge Wheels ..................................... 9

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

Mulcher Plate ....................................... 9

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

Parts Bag ............................................. 6

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

Product Specilicatiens ........................... 3

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

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

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

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

Brake .......................... ;............... 22

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

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

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

Motion Drive Belt

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

Mower Blade Drive Belt

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

Mower Adjustment:

Fronl-to-Back ......................... 21

Side-to-Side ........................... 21

Mower Installation ....................... 20

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

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

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

Spark Plugs ......................................... 19

Specifications ...................................... 3

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

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

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

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

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ..... 24

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

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

Transaxle Repair Parts ................. 46-47

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

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

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

ACCE D ATTACHMENTS

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

Most Soars stores can order these items for you when you provide the modai number of your tractor.

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG

MAINTENANCE

GAS CAN AiR FILTER BLA_3ES BELTS

PERFOR_ANCE

Sears offers a wde v:_,fiety of attac# monte that fit your tractor. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of bow 1hay can hefp

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

may be made in these >_tachme.nts, or some may no longer be available or ti_your model Contact yot_r nearest Sears store for the

accessories and attachments that a_e ava_table for your tractor.

Most at these attachments de not require additiona! hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated} and are designed for easy

attaching arid detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn Ta-

pered 2.5-inch steel spikes meur_fed on 10-inch diameter discs

puncture hales in soil at close intervals to !at moisture soak [n

Steel weight tray for incleased penetration

BAGGER _ets you collect grass cfippings and ieaves for a

hen!thief, nearer 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, cad cover,

protective mat and dotty.

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

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

hardened stee_ coring tips. 150 lb, capacity weight tray_

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.

FRONT NOSE _OLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances o! "scalping' on uneven terrain.

GANG HmTCHlets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at once,

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

cads 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 RAKF_JDETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and

matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine

teeth. Usefu! to prepare bare areas forseeding. Available for front

or rear mounting. H_GH PERFORMANCE REELoACT_ON

SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and

tosses thatch into large hopper Mounts behind tractor.

MULCH|NG CLOSE-OUT PLATE KiT, once installed, lets you

mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without

changing biades. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible

mowers See 'MOWER" in the Repair Pads 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 _umber.

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 tuff. Adiustable scraper automatically

cleans drum.

SNOW BLADE for snow _emo_ I only. t,4,-inch high, 48qnch wide

btade clears 42-inch path when angled ted or right Raises, bwers

with side ]ever, Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper

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

weight,)

SNOWTNROWER has 40-inch swath Drum-type auger handles

powdery and weL_heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pin

arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seal 6qnch

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

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

drawbar weighL)

SPRAYERS use t 2-volt DO 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 adjustab e sp'ray pattern. For applying,, berbicides,_ insecti-

cides, fungicides and liquid fedilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fe_imizing, and weed kilF

ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are a!eo usefuJ for granular de-

icers and sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

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

cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own bui_tqn

tilt 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! Optiona_ scceeeor_ea convert unit for

dethatching, aerating, hilling..owithout tools,

TiRE CHAINS are heavy duty; ciosdy spaced extraqarge cross

links give smooth ride, outstanding traction.

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

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

visibility. Hinged motet doors with catch, Keeps operator warm

and dry. Remove viny_ sides and windshields for use as sun

protector in summer. Optiona_ accessories include: tinted/

tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top

VACS for powedu_ collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves.

Opt_ona! wand attachment to pick up debris in hard4o-reach

places. VAO/OH_PPER includes a chipper-shredder_

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications

Uses (t) 55 _b_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

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(!) Large Flat Washer (1) Leckwasher 3/8

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/18-18

(1) Hex Bolt

__ (1) Shoulder Bolt 1/2-13 x 1

5/16-18

"! ©(1) Lock Washer 112

(!) Washer

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

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10

O (2) Weld Nuts #10

Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gnu

(2) Washer.,

__ockWashe rs !/4

Seat

Steering

Wheel

Steering

Boot

Manuai

Video

Cassette

Mulcher

Plate

I I

Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

.........- (2) Gauge

/Wheels

_ (2) Center-

lock Nuts

Steering Wheel

Adapter

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

Assemblys

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembied for _-'..-,h_ppmg°," . #urp _...__" ,o_ ......

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor a]t parts and hardware you assernbte 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

(2) 7/16" wrenches

(f) 1/2" wrench

(1) 9/!6" wrench

(1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rachet

Philiips Screwdriver

Tire pressure gauge

Utility knife

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

moans when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel)

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

, Remove all accessible loose paris and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

oCut, from top to bottom, _'donglines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels fiat.

o Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig, 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

, Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align

mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO

18-22 FT. LBS TORQUE_

Place tabs of steering boot ever tab slots in dash and

push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

o Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight fonNard_

• Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft exten-

sion.

Position steering wheel and sleeve assembly so cross

bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex

bolt and tighten securely,

Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel

• Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

11'4SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TmRESWHERE TRACTOR

Is TO ROLL OFF SKID.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-

tion section for moeation and function of con-

trols)

• Press lift iever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

o Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

= Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Roll tractor backwards off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor.

STEERING

/WHEEL INSERT

t_'3'_,-)/I ' __3r_LockWAS.ER

-----,:.=: ........... ,. ,r ........... LARGE FLA]

i WASHER

j,( /

WHEEL

STEERING

BOOT

EXTENSION

SHAFT

ADAPTER 5f16 HEX BOLl

5/16 LOCKNUT

LOWER

STEERmNG

SHAFT

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3}

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals_ Before connecting battery, re-

move meta_ bracelets, wristwa[ch

bands, rings, etco

Positive terrBir_al must b_ connected

first to prevent sparkiag from acciden-

tal grounding.

o Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat

pan to raised position.

• Open battery box door

, Remove terminal protective caps and discard.

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

indicated on label (label !ocated beh,_een terminals)

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

oFirst 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, fiat washer, !ock washer

and hex nut. Tighten securelyo

o Close battery box door.

ASSE LY

Open battery box door for:

o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware).

mnspection for corrosion.

,, Testing battery.

Jumping (if required).

Periodic charging

DISCARD

TERMmNAL

PROTECTIVE

CAPS

POSITIVE

(REDt CABLE

LOCK

HEX WASHER

NUT FLAT

WASHER

NEGATIVE

(BLACK) CABLE

HEX

BOLT

SEAT

PAN

FiG. 2

FIG. 3

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig° 4)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt

, Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

,AssemMe adjustment bolt, Iockwasher and flat washer

loosely° Do not tighten.

Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

o Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way

down.

, ,Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

SEAT

\ tt!

_LOCK WASHER

ADJUBTMENT " LARGE FLAT WASHER

BOLT

FIG, 4

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.

o 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

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

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

that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manuai.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 5)

Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level sudace.

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

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

. With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

shoulder bolt, 3/8" washer and 3/8-16 Iocknut and

tighten securely°

Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in

same adjustment hole. ,

E LY

FiG. 5

_NSTALL MULCHER PLf4TE

(See Figs. 6 & 7}

install two !arch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,

washer, bck washer_ and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assembte weld nut to latch hook by inserting

weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

o Tighten hardware securely.

o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position

Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide in!o place, as shown.

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

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

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge q

guard from mower. Raise and ham

guard when attaching muncher plate

,and alUow it to rest ca plate whiJe in |

ape

WELD

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

LOCK

WASHER

WELD

NUT

TO CONVERT TO B_,_G_NG OR

O_SCNARGiNG

Simpiy remove mulcher ptate ard store in a saie p_ace.

Your mower is now ready fo; discharging or insta!tation ,of

opfionaJ grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades The mulcher

btades are designed for discharging and bagging a_so.

DEFLECTOR ....

(

LATCN

H©OKS

F_G,7

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY Y@UR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TOA.SSURE TH4 T YOU RECEIVE

THE BESTPERFOF4MANCEAND SA TfSFA CTION FROM

THIS OUALITY PRODUCT_

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLL OWffVG CHECKLIST}

d' AI_assembly instructions have be÷n completed.

v" No remaining loose parts in ca4on

/Battery is properly prepared and charged (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

v' Alltires are properly inflated (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflaled at 1he factory)

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

ffont4o-rear for best cutting rssuffs. (Tires must be

propedy inflated for beveling}

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

properly around pulleys and inside a!Jbe_t keepers.

,/ Check wiring. See that alJconnections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

¢' Engine oil is at proper _eveL

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

gasoline.

v" Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you star the engine_

/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

FIG 6 9

OPERATION

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

4_ t

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE

m-@

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)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S bIANUAL AND SAFETY RULES _:J_EFOR:BOPERATING YOUR TRACT'©_R

Compa re the illustrations with your tractor to famfRiarizeyourself with the !ocat ons of wMous conbels and adj .ts_ments. Save

this manual for future reference.

THROTTLEICHOKE

OONTBOL

FiG, 8

r_tu )r18[

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American ,,_.ic °' Standerds hstitute_

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

Iractor

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE/CNOKE CONTROL: Used to control engine

speed,

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeclutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

GEAR SHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of

the tractor.

ATI'ACRB_ENT LIF _LEVER: Used to raise and bwer the

mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

L!_ LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position

UGN_TION SW_TCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine_

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB: Used_o adjust the mower

cutting height.

AMMETER: Indicates batteq/charging (+) or discharging

(-).

..... i, OPERATIC

_can r

js_,_G__n severe ey edamage. Always wear safety __hile operating your J

I tractor or performing any adjustments o_sion safety mask

[ over the spectacles or standard safety glass.. ..............

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9)

Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake wil! shut off the engine.

oDepress dutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold.

Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in"BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

THROTTL_CHOKE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED"POSITION

"BRAKE" GEARSHIFT

POSITION

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

PEDAL "DRIVE" KNOB

POSmON

FIG. 9

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

MOWER BLADES -

"Move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" po-

sition.

GROUND DRIVE -

Depress clutch/brake pedal intofull "BRAKE" position.

o Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.

ENGINE -

,Move throttle control to slow (,II,) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow (_)

position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to "backfire",

,, Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key,

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use,

-Never use choke to stop engine,

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.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

Always operate engine at full throttle,

•Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 9)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

-Start tractor with clutcb,/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

-Move gearshift lever to desired posilion.

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.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 9)

The cutting height is controlled byturning the height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

Turn knob clockwise (f_) to raise cutting height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise (_#-_) to lower cutting

height.

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

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are approximate

and may vary, depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

.The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

.For best cu_ing performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

0ON

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

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,

• Lower mower with attachment lift control.

* Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control,

o TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

charge- guard m piece, j

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSmON

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

}(NOB

DISCHARGE

GUARD

FiG. 10

TO OPERATE ON HmLLS

hil_ wi_rea_han 15° and [

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

His.

, Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

° tf stopping is abso!utely 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 felt slightly as you restart

movemenL

• To restart movemenL s_ow!yreleas#_ parkir_gbrake _nd

clutch/brake pedai.

, Make eli turns slowty,

TO TRANSPORT

o Raise attachment flit to l]ighest position with attach-

ment lift controi.

- When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutral (N) position

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

NOTE: -To protect hoed from damage when transporting

your hector on atruckor atraiier, be sure hood is closed and

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

to tractor (rope, cord, etc,).

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. !7)

, The engine in your tractor has been shipped, frem the

factory already filled with summer weight oil,

- Check engine oil with tractor on Ievet ground.

• Unthread and remove oil flit cap/dipstick; wipe oi_off.

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on

the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove

and read oil level, if necessary, add oi! until "FULL"

mark on dipstick is reached Do not eveditl,

- For cold weather operation you should chanqe oil for

easier starting (See "OIL V!SCOSITY CHAR_F* in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual},

, To change engine oil, see the Custon-_er Responsibilio

ties sec(Lon in this manual,

ADD GASOUNE

- Fill fuei tank Use fresh_ dean, reguiar unleaded

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

gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits

and reduce valve life) Do not mix oi! with gasoline

Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used wilhin 30

days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

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

GASOUNE 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 fue! tank or permanent

damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9}

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

has run out of fuel, it wil_ take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

*Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

*Move attachment clutch to "DBENGAGED" position.

, Move throttle control to choke (IXI) position.

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

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

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

onds per minute. If the engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,f_)

position, wait a few minutes and try again. Ifengine still

does not start, move the throttle control back to the

choke (N) position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast

(,f_) position.

,, The attachments and ground ddve can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

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

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below)

When engine starts, allow engineto run with thethrottle

conlrol in the choke (NI) position until the engine runs

roughly, then move thrott econtro to fast (,_) post on.

This may require an engine warm-up period from

several seconds to several minutes, depending on the

temperature,

The attachments can also be used during the engine

warm-up period.

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

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

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

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is

attached to tractor.

- Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

peformance. 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.

o 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. 11 ).

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. Allow 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 well as the quality of cut desired,

o When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

FnG. 11

MULCHING tVIOWiNG TiPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND

TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

, The special mulching blade will recur the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.

Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed

as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

* Avoid cutting your lawn when it is weL Wet grasstends

to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.

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

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

will not be exposed to the direct sun.

For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that

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

blades (See Fig. 12). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut and mow slowly.

- Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re-

quire that an area be mulched a second time to cdm-

pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path

, Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

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

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

FIG. 12

ER FIESPON ES

MAIHTENANCE SCHEDULE

FIL.I. IN D#7_ES

AS YOU COlvlPLEI"E

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

Lubrication Chart

Check Battery LeveVRecharge

Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transa_le Cocling

Adjust Blads Be!t/s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

C,_eck Engine Oil Level

Change Engine OIl

Clean Air Filter

Olearl Air Scnsen

Inspect MuffledSpark Arresler

R_place Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark PkJg

RepDace Air Fil_er Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

- Change roor_ o[ter_ v_hen operating under a hea,_ (road or in high ambient temperatures.

[: Service rr_)re r ftei-_ when oper,_ting in dirty or dus_y conditions

3 - Ir equ pped ',_,ith ell [ir,_r, ch;_.rYje oil every 50 he_rs

4 - Replace b!ades more otten when mowing in sandy soil.

SERVICE DATES

5 - It equipped with adjustabie system+

6-Hot required f equipped witir maintel_anct_ffee barrel1,'

7. Tighten lront axle Fi,,mt bolt to :_5 fidbs nle__rimu_

Do not overtighten

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjeded 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 reptace 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,

LUBR+CATION CHART

;PJNDLE ZERK

@CLUTCH

PiVOT(S)

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oJ(level

o Check brake operation

• Check tire pressure.

, Check for loose fasteners.

(_) SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OiL

{_) GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_ REFER TO CUSTOMER FtESPONSIB_LmES "ENGINE" SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE P_VO'f POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS, VISCOUS LUBFH-

CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DtRT THAT WILL SHORTEN

_HE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICAT!NG BEARINGS+ IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ©NLY A E)_4Y+POW-

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRIOAN't 3P#RINGLY.

CUSTO

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 manual).

TIRES

ILITIES

o Maintain proper air pressure in all 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. 13)

•Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

o Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing

blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14}

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade wilt 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, fo!low the instructions supplied with bal-

ance0.

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

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel wilh 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 balandng blade. The lobes of

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

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 HEAT TREATED.

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

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

BLADE MANDREL

TRAILING EDGE

CENTER HOLE / //

BATTERY

FIG. 14

HEXBOLT

*AGRADE8HEATTREATED BOLTCAN BE

_IDENTIFIED BYSIXLINES ONTHE BOLT HEAD,

FiG. !3

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

,, Keep battery and terminals clean.

Keep battery bolts light.

• Keep smal} vent holes open.

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TQ CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to "leak" power.

Open battery box door.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

- Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright.

. Coat terminals with grease or pelroleum jelly.

• Reinstal! battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

RESPO

V-BELTS

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

operation and replace if necessary The belts are not

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

TRANSAXLE COOUNG

Keep tmnsax[e free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality' detergent oil rated with API service

ciassification SF or SG Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE ViSCOSiTY GRADES

F -20" 0 30 _ 32" 40 ° f2-9_ 80 f00 _

c: _oZ............"_29"__..-_o'..........J!°...............!.°'_............__0+_ ..........._9_.............4oE_

TEMPERA'IURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG, !5

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

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will 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 oi!.

Change the oil after the Iirst two hours of operation and

every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the

tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil I÷ve[ 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.

[LITIES

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change,

All oil must meet AFq servlce cg,,ss#tcahon SF or SG,

Be sure tractor is on level surface

o Oil wll drain more freely when warm.

Catch oi {n a suitable container,

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

to enter the engine when changing oi!.

o Reh-novedrain plug.

o After oil has drained cornpleteiy, repiace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

Refill engine with oil through oii fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfil. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPEC[FtCATIOHS' on page 3 of this

manual.

Use gauge on eli fi! cap/dipstick _or checking !eve[

Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fi/cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking

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

cap onto the tube securely when finished,

AiR CLEANER

COVER oWiNG NUT

AIR

SCREEN

PAPER CARTRBDGE

PLUG

FIG. 18

CUSTOM LITI

CLEAN AiR SCREEN (See Fig. 16}

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.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16}

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

Clean the foam pre-deaner 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 and cover.

- Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

*Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

-Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

-Squeeze i_:dry in a clean cloth.

Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis-

lodge dirt= Do not wash the paper cartridge or use

pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.

Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

•Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the

paper cartridge.

- Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten

knob securely.

CLEAN AiR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstaile&

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

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

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

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.

ENGINE O_L FILTER (See Fig. 17}

R__placefile er:gine oi! fitter every season or every other oi!

change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year_

Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE

ENGINE OIL' in this section of this manual thTeugh

step remove drain plug).

Remove oil filter and wipe off fitter adapter.

Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber

_asket on replacement oii filter

o Install _ep_acement oil filter on tilter adapter. Turn nil

fitter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter

adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn.

o Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE EN-

GiNE O&/in this section of this manual) For approxi-

mate capacily see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 3 of this manual

o Sta_ the engine and check for oi! Jeaks_ Correct any

ieaks before piecing engine into fuji operation.

O_L NLTER

_NoL_NE FUEL RLTER (See F_g. 18}

The fu(q filter should be replaced once each season, tf fu_;i

filter &ecomes dogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor

replacement is required.

o With engine cool remove fitter and plug fuel Iine

sections

o Place new fuel fitter n position in fuel fine with arrow

pointing towards carburetor.

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

properly positioned.

_mmediately wipe up any spi_ed gasoline

l OLAM_:_ CLANP

FbEL

F_LT£:R

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CLEANING

, C!ean engine, battery, seat, finish _tc of all foreign

matter.

o Keep finished surfaces and wheels tree of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

o Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

_ractor unless the electrical system, muffler air filter and

carb_sretor are covered to keep ,_ater out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

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SERVICE ADJUSTME

...... , , ,i ,, i ,

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

• Depress clutch/brake pedal fuUy 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.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19)

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

Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

-Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its

lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

e Disconnect ctutch 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 fever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower

out from under tractor.

EMPORTANT: iF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO iNSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

Slide mower under tracto.r 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

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

LEVER

SPRING

ENGINE

PU LL EY

RETAINER

SPRINGS

30TH SIDES

RETAINER

SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

FIG. 19

SERVICE AI ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See

"PRODUCT SPECl FICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

Iftires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs_ 20 and 21)

Raise mower to its highest position.

At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height

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

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

of each other_

o If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

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

nut on that side.

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

nut on that side.

NOTE: Each tull turn of adjustment nut wi!l change mower

height about 1/8".

Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO

GROUND GROUND

FIG. 20

LiFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT NUT

FiG. 21

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs 22 and 23}

iMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE _F

THE FOLLOWING FRQNT-TOoBACK ADJUSTMENT _S

NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS

EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-

SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately !/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 necessa_ adjustments, check that

beth front links are equal in length. Both !inks should be

approximately 10-3/8".

If links are not equal in lenglh, adjust ene link to same

length as other link_

= To lower front of mower loosen nut "E' on both front

links an equal number of turns,

, When distance "D_ is 1t4" to 314" 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

FBG.22

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "_

FFIONT LINKS TRUNNION

NUT "E"

21 FIG. 23

SERVICE

............. i:m, ,,

ADJU ENTS

r,Fi _ =

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24)

The mower blade drive be_t may be replaced without tools.

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

Remove mower from tractor (See '%0 REMOVE

MOWER'* in this section of this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

Pull belt away from mower.

BELT iNSTALLATiON -

• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

Make sure belt is in aglpulley grooves and inside all belt

guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

MANDREL iDLER

PULLEY PULLEYS

\ \

_,IANDREL

PULLEY

FIG. 24

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

JAM NUT

FIG. 25

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

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 'q'O REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual.)

, Remove upper belt keeper.

, Remove belt from stationary idler and dutcMng idler.

= Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove bett

upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep-

ers.

Pul! 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

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

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

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

, Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake

, Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut "A" on brake rod

• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn

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

nut against nut "A".

o Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

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

maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au-

thorized service center/department

PULLEY LOCATOR

CLUTCHING tABS

IDLER

PULLEY

UPPER BELT

KEEPER

FIG. 26

TI'4ANSAXLE SHIF_EI*I LINKAGE ANE) ADo

JUS°[bIENT (See [qgs. 27 and 28)

.....,r_-_n._,o_b; 5_hou!dt}_ ia neu_'ralwhen the qes.r_fl ft #vet

is in the neutra! (N) (lock gate} positior_ The adjust _ent s

preset at the _acto:!_ however, if adiustment is neede ::

_. Make s_tre transaxie is in neutral (N}

o [ oasep, _wo locknuts on !ie rod..

Turn center rod ur:_ti_gearsMft lever _ails in_o net_h_d

k,_ckgate on fender console_

Tigi_te:_ locknu_s secl;reiy.

F G, z7

TRANgAXLE

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TO ADJUST _TEER_NG WHEEL AL_GN_ENT

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

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer--

ing whee! and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual.

FBONT WHEEL TOE4NICA_IBER

The front wheel toeoin and camber are not adjustable on

your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber coniact your nearest authorized

service nenteddepartment

TO RE_'_OVE WHEEL FOR _EPAIRS

(See Fig. 29}

Biock up axle securely_

o, Reroove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to ailow

v_,,heelremoval (rear whee_ comtains a square key, Do

b_epa_rtire an,,_reassemble,

," On rear whe % onty sign grooves in rear wheet hub

8nd ax!e. h'_sertsquare key.

_,. Rap!ace washers and snap retaining ring sec_ _,::l_.... [

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY}

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TO START ENGINE W_TN A WEAK BAKERY

_ee Fig_ 30}

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

tf "iumper cabbs' are used for emergency

starting_ follow this procedure:

!#._PORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A

i2 VOLT NEGATWE GROUNDED SYSTEM, THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES,

10 ATTACH JUMPER CABLES

o Connect each _:mdof the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+} terminal of each batlery, taking care not to short

against chassis_

o Connect one end of the BLACK cabte to the NEGA o

T!VE (-) ten_inai of fu!ly charged batte%

Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fue! tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

BLACK cabte first from chassis and then from the fully

charged batter_'..

RED cable tast from both batteries.

SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS

POSITWETERMINAL NEGATDVETERMINAL TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse_

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

CABLES

CHARGED

BATTERY

POSITIVE NEGATIVE

TERMINAL TERMINAL

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

.Raise hood.

* PuZlbulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill

*Replace bulb in hoJder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

, Close hood.

The

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 31)

Raise hood.

,Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand infront of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tiJttoward

engine and liftoff of tractor.

To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 31

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

,Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section of this manual

Am =

TO ADdUST TH!IO_LE OONTIIOL O£BLE

(8,.-s@Fig S2}

rh,., twetie control hr-s beer, pH<,,setat the Moiety and

adjusPaent should p,ot be necessa% Chad' adjustment as

described below before Ioose_ ihg cable If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as fe/ows:

With engine not mnnirrg, me'_e th_ottle centre! Sever

from slow (_) to choke (Id p_sition SIow!y

lever fn)m ekoke (!\i) to fast (@) p :sitio_

o Check to see if hob in l-_rotti_ !ever and hci_ h',speed

co@re4 bracl _:,tare aligned

If '._oles_re not a!if},nec! kose csb!e ck_r'Hpscrew and

attain the hoi_.s by r s_:i:ting a p_nr:il ,;t e !/4'" @il h

throuf]l_ botP holes.

Pull throttle cable _p to remove slack,and tighten c_¢,te

cbmp screw,. _:_emevea!ignme_t N.mci! or driit bit

TO A[_JUST CARBURE£TO_ (See Fig, 33}

rke carbdreto_ has be,:_l pleset at the factoR7and adjust.

mer}t shotHd r'_ot be necessaw. How(_ver_ minor adjust-

merit may ba required to compensate for differences infree!

temper?,tur6 @titude or load. If the carb_ rotor does rleed

ad),'._stment _i:roeeed as foiiows:

!n go:sere!, turning the:.Ktiusting needles ir_ (clockwise}

decreases the supply ot fue! !e tle er gine giving a !eerier

fuel/air mixture Turning the a@usting needles out (counte_

c!,ockwise) increases the sdppiv of fuel to the engine giv}ng

a richer fuel/a r mJ×tLire

IMiPOFITAHY: DAMAC,E 1O THE HEEDLES AND THE

J, X __:_E*_,: 1I',_CARBURETOR M_W RESULT IF NEEDLE _

N.!Rf_ED !N TOO TIGHT.

NOFE: Tke carbur_tor on this engine is k)w emission, it is

equipped with an idle fuel adiusting needle with a £miter

cap which alows some adjustment within the timits allowed

by tt_ecap. Do not attempt to remove the Iimiter cap. The

timiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting

_eedie.

Be su_ you have a clean air filter and the throttle

contrcl came is adjusted properly (see above).

o Start engine and ailew to warm for five minutes° Make

adiustments wit hengine running and shtt!motion centre i

lever in neutral (N) position.

-With throttte control lever Jnslow

(_) position, engine shoed idle at 1750 RPM !f

engine idles too slow or fast, turn id e speed adjusting

screw in or out untl correct idle is attained.

I@iI._fI@L - With throttle control lever in

slow (_} position, turn idle fuel adjustment needle i_

(ck.;ckwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out

(counierc!ockwise) untt engine runs rough. 'Turn needle

to a point midway between those two positions.

Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessa%

LEVER

_LE Sl ...ED

IIQ. 33

STO

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of

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

more.

_ or spark. AIIowthe engine to coeR

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When

mower is to be stored fera period of time, clean it thor-

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

clean, dry area.

. Clean entire tractor (See"CLEAN iNG" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manuai).

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

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

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

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

, Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

= To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be

disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in 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.

ENG|NE

FUEL SYSTEM

iMPORTANT: IT iS iMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,

FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED

FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR

METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS

TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL

SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

= Drain the fuel tank.

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

carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products 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 lound on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allowthe 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 oil.

,Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

° Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

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

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

,Ofpossible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

Wi_ _totstert

_r_tine wil_ not tuHI r_ver

OAUSE

;: Er gina riot "CHOKED' prier#,f

Lr gin8 flooded.

,I E<_dspark plug

5 bid? ?_rfilter

6. Didyke qlte_

7. W!,_._iu fwk

CORRect]aM

8. [ c;_4a Or da_[iage;i Wi,dr@1

9 (: rt,uret.._ ,'>it o_ ;_di.isii_ e L

in ne valve,.: on! of aditsstteeu_

I Fill fun! tank

2. Sea "TO S'IART ENOiH£' in Operation s#_ction

?. Wet severs! rnirut o ._eff>m ait÷mpflno io s_ri

4. Rep_ar;e ?_art ptug

5 CIc.ant_'eplec_ MI filer

6 _-_apiacaiue! t_@r.

7. ©pan lu÷d !:.vrk arrd ::,.rburet L raft!} L-mRwith hash

9asotine and rap!; :e fi_el fiito

'.'3Check a!t wking

i} S;;:. %re Adk!st (,arbt r,:%_ i_ _;.'svi:e Adiuetm;_rfle

_ec tier

i0 Cn_tact } s_ tho_ized se_vca center/_epartrnent

Engine clicks b_1: wii_ not

sts_rt

Loss of power

I. Di£yair f!te.

2. Bad slsart pKg

S Wrak ar dead batt,x y

4. Didy fuel tilt

5. S::rI_:o d_y ftel.

6. Loose(r dare_gerlwMng

7 Calb!lretor otJt o! _,djH__lr!s_i!

2 Ergi;_e VRlve :;_!! Of ad!n;.t':x n!

Clutch!l_rake pedalnot depress_s_d

_i_r_.chrnent clulch is engaged.

Werrk or dead battery.

tJJlown tt_sa.

Curroded batte_, tem_ina!s

Lo)se or da_ aged wiring.

Fa_fit/ gnitien switch.

Fanlty solenoid or ctar_er

f:aulty operator _rasance switr:h(esi

! CI_-, rnlr_:,pi_:e _tr fiiisf

;P,ep!ace sp_k plu9.

: I:'_ect 8rt_e or r_ [n!ao_ bakery

4Ri _:I__e f_e! riper

5 Dram fuel t'r_n,_ a_d refil with [resl gaso_ no

6 (beck ai] v_ttin-_

7 See "re Adia_ t i{}..nb!!letof n Set ii(( i_djus iienis

eectiol .

8 Cantss,c_ :¢_ aHt!',}rized :;eu4c_ centeri-]ei: artment

t Depress ck_tcWhrat_a pedal

2 D sengage atiachrn_:nt clutch

3. Roche*lee rr re_la_te L.:_._r'ry.

a Replace fuse.

'_ Clean Batter tte Irrina!s

Check a!! wirng

7 Che'xW_epk.,ce iglqtion sf4tch.

; Checkh apiece solenoid or _:tader

9 Contad an authorized service ner-te_!departr.lent.

E_c-essi_ vibralion

i, Weak or dead bailer?

2 Corroded batteJ7 terrnirlaJS.

3_ l..'.'-os_or damaged wiring

4 Faulty salt;haiti or ,.tarter.

I C ttlmg ice much grass!leo fa_t

2 Throttle in "CHOKE: posit on.

3 Build_up o! grass leaves and tra_'h under mowe£

,!. Dirty air filter

5 Low oil tewJidirt:/oi!.

6. Faulh," spark plug.

7. Dirty frJeJfilter.

8. St{4e or didy _ue!.

9 Water m fuel

I0 Spark ptug wire loose

1t Dirty engine air screen/tiffs

12 Dirty/clogged mu!fter.

!3 !_rose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out o[ adjuslroent.

t 5 Engine valves out o_ adjuqment.

!. Warn bent or loose blade.

2 Bent blade mandre!

3 Loose/damaged pad(s}

1_ Recharge.'_r repb(e battery.

2 Clean battery terminals.

3 Check al_ wiring

4 Chectdraplac_s se!ehoidor static r

t Set in "Highr,i Cut' posiiion/roduce sped

2 Adjust throttle car trek

3. Clean underside of mower housing

.i Claantraplace air fitch

5Cheek ql level/change oil

6 Clean arid regap or change spark plug

7Rnplase fuei titter.

8_ Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh ga<aline

9 D_ain fuel tank and caff_uretor, rnfill tank.a[ih fresh

gasoline and raplace luel filter_

10. Connect and tightaq spark plug wire

11 Ctean engine air screen!fine

12. C_ear_/rep_ace mufltt_f

13 Check all winng

14. See"To Adjust Cerhure/or' m Sorvk'a AdiuMmente

seclien

iF,. Conia:t an authorized service centeridepa_tmenL

_. Replace blade. Irigh_'en blade boll

2 Replace blade mandrel.

3 lighten loose part(si Replace damaged fads.

£7

TROUBLESHOOT! POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

POOF out - uneven

CAUSE

1. Faulty operator-safety presence contro(system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade,

Mower blades wiJl not

rotate

2 Mower deck not level.

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

4, Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1 Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3, Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine "backfires"

when turning engine

"OFF"

1. Engine speedtoo slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3, Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not Ievel.

5 Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade,

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

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9 Blades improperly installed

10. Improper blades used

f 1. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

t. Switch is "OFF"

2. Bulb(s ) burned out,

3. Faulty[ight 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. Fault_ alternator

1 Engine throttle contro! not set at "SLOW"

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

1, Check wiring switches and connections, If net

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department.

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3, Clean underside of mower housing_

4. Replace blade mandrel

5, Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1 Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive bell

3, Replace idler pulley,

4. Replace blade mandrel

1 Place throttle control in "FAST" position,

2. Shift to slower speed.

3, Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4, Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. 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

f. Turn switch "ON".

2 Replace bulb(c).

3. Check/replace light switch_

4. Check wiring and conrlections.

5, Replace luse,

1. Replace battery

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4, Replace alternator.

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

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.256544

[RED

BA'I-FERY

BLACK

G L

IGNITION

SWITCH

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"

, ]

OFF G + M ÷ L NONE

RUN!LIGHT B + L A + Y

RUN B + L NONE

START B + L + S NONE

BLACK

BLUE

)

...............................Q ...............................................

(_"I IGNITION [_..... (-) SPARK _l_ ................ -ll_

....I......................._!_ ......I -- PLUG

I I

C,_\.>.>.>._Aj-Q........................_I

I ......... I

AFTER FIRE SOLENOID 28 VOLTS AO MIN, @ 3600 FIPM

(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

CHARGING SYSTI'M C)U'[ PU] ,

3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM "_ /

DIODE

LIGHTING S_S/EM OUTPUT _ I _1

5 AMP AC @ 3600 RPM '.\ ...........

" 14 VOLTS AC MIN @3_dO RPM (LIGHTS OFF)

...................................................C o %eo

NON-REMOVABLE ',,. /HEADLIGHTS

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH

A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED

TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS

OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH

ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL

BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

CONNECTIONS

--_')--- REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING

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TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 146140

2 74760412

3 STD551025

4 STD55!125

6 STD541025

7 109238X

8 144940

9 109596X

15 147688

16 153664

19 STD551125

20 73350400

21 147430

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 108824X

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 140301

31 124211X

32 141226

33 !09310X

36 STD601005

38 140336

39 109553X

40 151212

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

44 73640400

45 121433X

52 141940

70 142291

Battery 12 Volt 30 Amp

Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

Washer

Nut

Tube, Plastic, 12"

Case, Battery W/2 Holes W/Brty

Clamp, Hose

Fastener Snap-In

Switch Interlock Pushqn

Washer, Lock

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC

Harness, Light Socke!

(Includes 4152J)

Bulb, Light

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/

16 Wir

Fuse, 30 Amp

Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12"

Switch, Plunger

Switch, Ignition

Nut, Ignition

Cover, Key Switch

Key, Ignition

Screw

Bracket, Interlock Switch

Switch, Interlock, Clutch, 4 Terminal

Harness, Ignition

Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2

Cover, Terminal, Red

Solenoid

Nut Keps Blk Hex 1/4-20 UNC

Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp

Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter)

Harness Engine LT PL Kohl Cmd-I

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

39 2G

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TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 151169

2 140356

3 17490612

4 19131216

5 146O77

6 145206

8 126471X

9 147633X0!0

10 72140608 .

tl 146956

12 145660

13 146962

14 174906O8

15 7418O512

16 STD541431

17 144983X558

24 STD523710

25 19131312

26 STD541437

28 145198X558

29 145199

30 147310X558

31 139976

33 145244X558

34 145243X558

35 STD533707

38 139886

39 139887

40 139977

51 7380O400

52 19091416

53 145201

54 17030814

55 145202

57 74780412

60 721406O6

74 STD541437

140 15O556

-- 5479J

Chassis Assembly

Drawbar

Screw, Thd. Roll 3/8o!6 x 3/4

Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Bumper Snapqn

Saddle

Clip Insulator .406 Mtg Hole

Dash

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

Panel, Dash, L.H.

Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

Panet, Dash, R.H.

Screw Thdrol 3/._}-16x 1/2

Screw, Machine, Truss Head

5/16-18 UNC x 3/4

Nut

Hood Assembly

Bolt

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Nut

Grill

Lens, Grille

Fender

Bracket, Fender Support

Footrest, L.H.

Footrest, R.H.

Bolt

Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H.

Pivot Bracket Assembly, R.H.

Spacer Fender Raised LT

Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 UNC

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x t6 Ga.

Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

Screw Spiderlock Hex Hd #8-7/8

Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75

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

Nut Crownlock 3/8-!6 UNC

Bracket Chassis Front 7 Ga.

Plug, Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAIR

DRIVE

PARTS

TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917,256544

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

146682

123666X

12000028

121520X

17490512

141003

76020416

105701X

74550412

STD551125

7449O544

STD541437

106933X

130804

STD541237

106888X

STD551037

STD561210

145204

124236X

130807

127275X

STD523107

151128

120183X

STD55! 062

STD571810

123674X

STD523727

4470J

153399

19131312

105706X

110812X

12000039

127783

123789X

123205X

STD523715

KEY PART

DESCRIP_ON NO. NO, DESCRiPTiON

Transaxle, (See Breakdown) 51 STD541437

Peerless, Model 930-057A 52 STD541431

Spring, Return, Brake 53 105710X

Pulley, Transaxle 55 105709X

Ring, Retainer 56 BTD523712

Strap, Torque 57 130801

Screw, Thd., Roll. 5/16-18x314 58 127274X

Lever, Shift 59 140312

Pin, Cotter 61 17490612

Washer, Shift Plate 02 8883R

Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Graae 8 63 140186

Washer 64 71170764

Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 65 STD551143

Nut 68 129921

Knob 70 134683

Rod, Brake 72 19132012

Nut 74 137057

Spring, Brake Rod 75 121749X

Washer 76 STD581075

Pin 77 123583X

Rod, Parking Brake 78 121748X

Cap, Parking Brake, Red 79 2228M

Bracket, Transaxfe 80 145090

Keeper, Belt, LH 81 145092

Bolt 82 123782X

Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 83 19171216

Bearing, Nylon 84 145643

Washer 85 150360

Roll Pin 86 71208

Pulley, idler, Flat 87 19212018

Bolt 88 12000008

Spacer, Split .395 x .59 89 139984

Keeper, Belt, Retainer 90 124346X

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 96 STD824003

Bearing, Nylon 110 74780612

Washer, Hardened 112 19091210

Ring, KIip 113 127285X

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 116 72110610

Be!lcrank Assembly

Retainer, Belt

Bolt

Nut Crown Lock 3,18-16 UNC

Nut Crown Lock 5/!6-18 UNC

Link, Clutch

Spring, Clutch Return

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

V-Belt, Ground Drive

Keeper, Belt, RH_

Keeper, Belt, Center Span

Screw, Thd, Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt, Hex

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine, LH.

Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.

Washer 13/32 x 1-!/4 x 12 Gauge

Spacer, Axle

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

E-Ring

Key, Square 2.0 × ot845/o1865

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

Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4

Arm, Shift

Shaft Assembly

Spring, Torsion

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Tie Rod

Nut, Lock Center !/4-28 FNTHD

Bushing, Pivot

Washer

EaRing

Console, Shift, 6 Speed, N/Ignition

Nut, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4

Retainer Spring 1" Zinc Cad

Bolt, Fin He× 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge

Strap Torque LT

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 38/-16 x 1.25

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

_EpAIR PAinTS

G ASSertiVeLY

SI"ESR_N

62 4_1,.....

23"

20.

2_ 5

3 :_; t6 3A

4e_ t

z'" I

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PAF_T

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 121472X

2 142033

3 135227

4 135228

5 6266H

6 !21748X

7 19272016

8 12000029

9 3366R

10 130468

11 STD551137

13 110438X

14 74011O56

15 73901000

16 132624

17 140176

18 57079

19 !24035X

20 126684X

21 STD551125

22 71100410

23 127501

24 109816X

25 124036X

26 126847X

27 136874

28 19131416

29 17490612

3O STD561210

32 13O465

36 132196

37 152927

38 126805X

39 19133808

40 STD541537

41 100711L

42 !45054

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 73800500

54 74780520

62 149686

63 STD523710

Steering Wheel

Front Axle Assembly

Spindle Assembly, LH

Spindle Assembly, RH.

Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened

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

Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Bearing, Steering Column

Link, Drag

Washer, Lock

Spacer, Bearing, Front Axle

Bolt, He× Head 5/8-11 UNC x 3-1/2

Nut, Lock, Flange 5!8-1t UNC

Pin, Axle 5/8 × 1.55/1 °54

Shaft Assembly, Steering

Washer, Thrust .515 x.750 x.033

Support, Shaft

Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x .062

Washer

Screw, Cap. SCKT. Hd.

Pittman Shaft Assembly

Nyliner, Snap-In

Bracket, Steering

Bushing, Link, Drag

Gear, Sector

Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

Screw, Thd, Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

Rod, Tie

Bushing, Steering

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

Washer 13/32 x 23/8 x 8 Gauge

Gdpco Nut

Adaptor, Steering Wheel

Boot, Steering Shaft

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

Extension Steering LR/LT

Cap, Spindle

Fitting, Grease

Nut Lock Hx w/Insert 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16dSUNC x 1-1/4

Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8°16unc x 1 Gr. 5

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U_S. inches

! inch = 25.4 mm

] FL&O :'@R [ !OE}EL NU , BBR 9!7o25 s544

:SEAT ASSE_SBLY

f!,

r r

KEY PART

NO. NO

1 140123

2 140551

3 STD523710

4 19131610

5 145006

6 STD541437

7 !24181X

8 17490616

9 19131614

!0 140552

_2 12!246X

13, 12!248X

14 72050411

DESCRiPTiON

Seat

Bracket Pwoi Sea_

Bo!t

Washer !3/32 × 1 x 10 Gauge

Clip Pusbqn Hinged

Iqut

Spring, Seat

Screw Thd, Roll 3/8-16 x 1

Washer t3/32 x 1 x !4 G_'-mge

Pan, Seat

Bracket, Switch Mounting

Bushing, Snap

Bolt, Carriage I/4_20 x 1-3/8

KEY PART

NO,_ NOo

!5 13430O

16 !21250X

!7 123976X

21 153236

22 STD541431

23 74780814

24 19171912

25 !270t8X

26 STD551150

DESGR[PTIO_',_

Spacer, Split .28 × 88

Spring

Locknut, Flange 1i4 Grade 5

Boil, Shoulder 5/!6-18 UNC

Nut

Bolt, Hex Head. Fin

1/2-13 x 7/8 Grade 5

Washer 17/52 x 13/!6 x 12 Gauge

Bolt, Shoulder 5/I618 x 62

Washer, Lock

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

t inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

9 13 5 20 6 3 !8

\ 7 7, 18 4

1t 8

12 13

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO,

1 140819 Decal, Operating Instruction 14 136832

3 151299 Decal, Hood, R.H. 15 145245

4 151300 Decal, Hood, L.H° 17 133179

5 150333 Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs 18 151301

6 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 20 146710

7 149407 Decal, Side Panel, Kohler 21 138047

8 151302 Decal, Mower, EZ3 Polo 23 149516

9 146709 Decal, Fender, Craftsman - - 145247

10 137537 Decal, Caution, English -- 138311

11 4900J Decal, Clutch/Brake, English _o 155155

12 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic - - 155156

13 147139 Decal, Chassis, 6 Speed/42"

DESCRIPTmON

Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman

Decal, Mower QC System

Decal, ins. Hood 15HP OHV Polo

Decal. ins Whl Strg Auto Srs Gd

Decal, Battery Diehard Sears

Decal Battery DangdPsn Srs. Eng

Fastener Pop ]n Footrest

Decal, Lift Handle

Ownees Manual, English

Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS &TIRES KSY PART

NO, NO.

1 59192

I _._....__.___ 2 65139

2----_._.._ 5,8 3t 06222X

4,10 4 59904

DESCRIPTION

5 106732X427

6 278H

7 9040H

8 106108X427

9 122082X

10 7152J

11 104757X

o- 144334

Valve Cap, Tire

Stem, Valve

Tire, Front

Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Rim, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim Rear

Tire_ Rear

Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Cap, Axle

Sealanl, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: A!l component dimensions given in U. S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR o o MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

ENGmNE

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -° MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

ENGINE

KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

147025

17720410

4 137350

13 ........

14 13280328

15 13200300

16 STD551231

23 150554

29 137180

31 109202X

32 123549X

33 123487X

35 17490512

37 137040

38 --_

40 124028X

44 17490412

46 19091416

82 STD551131

77 191O1216

79 M740!08025

80 74760508

81 128861

Control, Throttle

Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting

1/4-20 x 5/8

Engine, (See Breakdown) KoNer

Model No. CV14S, 41526

Muffler

Gasket, Exhaust (Order From

Engine Mfgr.)

.Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2

Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT

Washer

Shield, Heat

Arrestor, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented

Clamp, Hose

Screw ThdroL 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYT

Line, Fuel

Plug, Oil Drain

(Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Bushing, Snap, Fue! Line

Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.,

Roll.

1/4-20 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 × 18 Gauge

Washer, Lock

Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Bolt Hex

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 UNC x 1/2

Nut Flange 1/4-20 UNC Starter Nut

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR. PARTS

TRACTOR - ° MODEL NU_IBER 917o256544

_aOWER LIFT

25 24

/ /

/ ,

/ /

20 .,_,'h

,J_:>)[ r20

-, C.V1;S;.%. ........

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

MOWER LIFT

KEY PART

NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

1 136973

2 145117

3105767X

4 120ooo02

5 19211621

6 120183X

7 125631X

8 122365X

10 122512X

11 139865

12 139866

13 STD624008

15 127218

16 73350800

17 130171

18 73800800

19 139868

2O STD624008

23 110807X

24 19131016

25 2876H

26 76020308

27 126971X

28 73350600

29 138057

30 150233

31 140302

32 73540600

49 145212

Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly

Shaft Assembly, Lift

Pin, Groove

E-Ring

Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

Bearing, Nylon

Grip, Handle, Fluted

Button, Plunger Red

Spring

Link, Lift, L.H.

Link, Lift, R.H.

Retainer Spring

Link, Front

Nut, Hex, Jam !/2-13 UNC

Trunnion

Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert

1/2o13 UNC

Arm, Suspension, Rear

Retainer Spring

Nut, Special

Washer 13/32 x 5i8 × 16 Gauge

Spring

Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2

Rod, Adjust, Lift

Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 UNC

Knob, infinite Height Adjustment

Trunnion, Depth Stop

Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical

Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

Nut, Hex Flange Lock

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

81 82

102

105

113 tll

1t7" t19 118

3 ....... /_-_.7// 4

// °X

\ 2t

......-_, !,7

21 22

23 24

119

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

MOWER DECK

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCR_PTION NO. NO. DESCRBPTION

1 144393

2 STD533107

3 138017

4 138440

5 STD624008

6 130832

8 850857

9 STD551137

10 140296

11 134149

12 129895

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

1G 140329

1T 72110610

18 72140505

19 132827

20 136888

21 STD541431

22 134753

23 131267

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 1!0452X

27 130968

28 19111016

29 131491

30 138776

31 129963

32 153535

33 137266

34 STD533717

35 133835

36 131494

37 19131316

40 STD541437

41 133551

43 140083

44 140088

45 STD624003

46 137729

48 133944

49 133940

50 131340

51 STD541410

52 139888

53 131845

Mower Housing 54 133943

Bolt 55 140084

Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 56 122052X

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 58 140086

Retainer Spring 59 141043

Arm, Suspension, Rear 67 149846

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 125 Grade 8 68 144200

Washer, Lock 71 142427

Washer, Hardened 72 131870

Blade, Mulching 73 127847

Bearing, Ball 74 121748X

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 75 12000029

(includes Key Number 6) 76 128903

Housing, Mandrel, Vented 77 127845

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 78 145132

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 79 127498

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 60 153701

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 81 73350600

Bolt, Shoulder 82 142028

Baffle, Vortex 83 120958X

Nut Crownlock 5/16d8 UNC 84 144394

Stiffener Bracket 85 72t40618

Bracket, Deflector 92 STD541437

Cap, Sleeve 101 136420

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 102 71161010

Nut, Push 103 19061216

Shield, Deflector 104 STD551110

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 105 130758

Rod, Hinge 108 2029J

Screw Thdrol Hex Head Zinc Mwr 1I 1 140353

Washer, Spacer 112 132262

Pulley, Mandrel 113 17490512

Nut, Toplock, Flanged 114 73510500

Bolt 115 72110504

Fastner, Christmas Tree 116 137644

Pulley, Idler, Fiat 117 133957

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge 118 73930600

Nut Crowniock3/8-16 UNC 119 19121414

Rod, Pivot, with Nibs 121 143723

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs 128 153390

Guard, Mandrel, L.H. - -130794

Retainer

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 -- 145411

Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower

Bolt, Shouider #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

Washer, Hardened

Arm, idler

Spacer, Retainer

Spring, Torsion Brakes

Guard, TUV idler

Knob, Custom Oval

V-Belt

Rod, Clutch, Pdmary, with Nibs

Spring, Return

Arm, Clutch, Secondary

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

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8q 6 UNC x 1.44

Keeper, Spring

Lever Asm Clutch PL St

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Uric

Trunnion, Adj.

Washer Sintered

Keeper Belt idler Fixed

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

Nut

Mulcher Cover

Screw

Washer #10

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut, Centertock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Bracket

Washer Felt

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

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

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard

Deck, Order Separately Mulcher

Plate and Gauge Wheel

Components, Key Nos. 101-106

and 111-121)

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

1inch = 2&4 mm

F_EPA)R PARTS

TRACTOR °- MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE = MODEL NUMBER 930-057A

900

42A

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917o256544

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE = MODEL NUMBER 930-057A

REF PART REF PART

1 772108A Cover, Transa×le 43 792075

2 780088A Bearing, Needle 44 790025

3 770102A Case, Transaxle 45 786066

4 776260A Shaft, Counter 46 786086

5 776219B Shaft and Pinion Assembly, Output 47 774690

6 778139 Gear, Output, 35Teeth 48 774691

7 778!36 Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth, Steet 49 778215

8 792136A Key, Shift 50 778125

77812_A

8A 792047 Key, Woodruff 5! _.

9 784352 Collar, Shifter 52 778123A

10 784355 Rod and Fork Assembly, Shift 53 778122A

11 778229 Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth 54 778273

12 778113A Bevel Pinion, input 56 778230

13 778221 Gear, Bevel. 16 Teeth 57 778"151

14 778068 Gear, Bevel Pinion 58 778126A

15 778260 Gear, Ring 59 778127A

17 786t39 Pin, Drive 60 778128A

18 786102 Spacer, Neutral 6! 778163

20 792077 Ball, Steel 5/16" diameter 65 780109

21 792078 Set Screw 3/8-16 x 3/8 66 776135

22 792079 Spring 67 776315A

23 788061 Ring, Seal 68 786116A

25 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread 69 780051

Forming 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 70 786118

28 792125 Ring, Retainer 71 788069

(4 Required, Package of 2) 72 792165

27 792035 Ring, Retainer 72A 788091

28 788040 Ring, Retainer 76 780090

29 780072 Washer, Thrust 77 788078A

30 780108 Washer, Thrust

31 780001 Washer 79 792144

32 792001 "O" Ring 81 786081

33 788095 Seal, Square Cut

34 780105A Bushing, Flanged 82 786082

35 780118A Bushing, Flanged 83 786123

36 790003 Disk, Brake 90 788067B

37 790007 Plate, Brake Pad 103 792166

38 799021 Pad, Brake (Package of 2) t04 792167

39 786026 Pin, Dowel 150 788093

40 792076A Washer, Flat 900 794602

41 790079 Lever, Brake

42 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread

Forming 1/4o20 x 1-1/4

42A 792085A Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/4

Locknut 5/16-24

Holder, Brake Pad

Spacer

Bracket Brake Lever

A×ie !1-5/16" long

Axle 10-1/2" long

Gear Spur, 37 Teeth, Steel (1°,)

Gear Spur, 35

Gear Spur, 30

Gear Spur, 25

Gear Spur, 22

Gear t9

Spur,

Gear Spur, 12

Gear Spur, 15

Gear Spur, 20

Gear Spur, 25

Gear, Spur, 28

Teeth (2,-)

Teeth (3_)

Teeth (44)

Teeth (5.)

Teeth, Steel (6.)

Teeth, Steel (1.)

Teeth (2.,)

Teeth (3-)

Teeth (4_)

Teeth (5,)

Gear, Spur, 3! Teeth (6.)

Washer, Thrust

Shaft, !nput

Shaft, Brake, 4 Keyed

Plug

Washer, Thrust

Spacer

Square Cut Ring

Plug, Threaded 9/16-!8

"O" Ring

Washer, Thrust

Ring, Retaining, Inverted

(Package of 2)

Spring, Brake

Chain, Roller

(Number 41 Chain, 24 Links)

Sprocket, 9 Teeth (Reverse)

Sprocket, 18 Teeth (Reverse)

Grease, Bentonite, 32 Ounce Bottle

Screw 1/4-20 x 2

Locknut 1/4_20

Gasket Eliminator (Loctite #5t5)

Replacement Transaxle

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

1 inch = 25A mm

REPA B PA£TS

TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917o256544

KOHLER ENGINE o MODEL NUMBER CV15S_ TYPE NUB_IBER PS-41526

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

AIR iNTAKE ENGINE CONTROLS

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NOD NO DESCRIPTION

12 743 05

2 25 341 02

3 12 096 24

4 12 083 08

5 1210001

6 X-25-63

7 12 083 05

8 12 313 04

9 12 094 09

10 12 072 05

11 1208601

12 12 041 02

Kit, Air Cleaner 1

(includes Key Numbers 2 thru !2) 2

Knob, Air Cleaner Cover 3

Cover, Air Cleaner 4

Precleaner Element 5

Wing Nut

Washer, Plain 1/4 6 M-0443020

Element, Air Cleaner (includes #7} 7 SM=0443025

Grommet 8 12 089 11

Base, Air Cleaner 9 12 089 23

(Includes Key Numbers 9 and 10) 10 12 089 24

Stud, Mounting Plate . 11 M-0641060

Screw, Mounting Plate Stud (2) 12 SM_0642025

Gasket, Air Cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 12 113 53 Decal, Air Cleaner

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 12 014 37 Crankshaft

2 12 139 01 Plug, Cup

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 M-0545010

2 12 146 O7

3 M-0645020

4 220534

5 24 096 05

6 12 027 32

7 12 14! 01

8 12 096 28

925 154 02

10 SM-0545020

11 12 063 05

12 M-0645016

13 12 063 08

14 12 063 01

Screw, Mounting M5 x 0.8 x 10 (13)

Plate, Blower Housing

Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 20

Washer, Plain 5/16 (2)

Cover, Pinion

Housing, Blower

Ring, Retainer (2)

Cover

Clip, Mounting (3)

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x .8 x 20 (3)

Baffle, intake Side

Screw, Hex Flange M6 x I x 16 (2)

Baffle, Cylinder Head

Baffle, Cylinder

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 12 113 64 Decal, Horsepower

!2 079 07

12 237 01

SMO645016

SM-0545016

12 536 01

13 12 090 05

14 25 t58 11

15 t2 079 0!

16 25 158 08

Linkage, Choke

Clamp, Cable

Screw, Rex Head M6 x 1.0 x 16 (2)

Screw, Cable Clamp M5 x .8 x 16

Control, Speed Assembly (includes

Key Numbers 6 through 8)

Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 20

Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 25

Spring, Choke Adjust

Spring, Choke Return

Spring, Governor

Nut, Governor Arm M6 x 1.0

Sere'w, Governor Arm

M6 x 1.0 x 25

[ever, Governor

Bushing

[inkage, Throttle

Bushing

EXHAUST

KEY PART

NO. NOD

1 M-0829033

2 12 041 03

3 M-0841080

4 12 126 11

5 12 445 06

6 M-0645025

DESCRIPTION

Stud, Exhaust Manifold

M8 x 1.25 x 20 (2)

Gasket, Exhaust Manifold

Nut, Muffler Mounting M8 x 1.25 (2)

Bracket, Muffler

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Lifting Strap

M6 x 1.0 x 25 (2)

NOTILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO. NO,

-- 12 522 18

-- 12 755 59

DESCRIPTION

Short Block

Gasket Set

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1500-2000

High Speed: 3200-3400

NOTE: AIJcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAmR PARTS

TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KOHLER ENGINE oMODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-4!526

FUEL SYSTEM

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-27

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19 20

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KOHLER ENGINE =MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

FU EL SYSTEM CYMNDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER

KEY PART KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRWPTION

1 12 853 56

2 12 041 02

3 12 053 56

4 12 041 01

5 12 089 23

612 079 07

7 12 265 O4

8 X-426°9

9 25 353 10

10 25 O5OO2

1! 47 154 01

12 12 086 07

13 12 431 01

14 12 368 O5

15 12 089 09

16 12 086 04

17 12 089 09

18 12 146 03

19 25 086 27

20 12 144 09

21 12 144 08

22 12 089 10

23 12 146 02

24 12 337 03

25 12 757 O2

26 12 041 05

27 12 104 01

28 12 757 09

Kit, Carburetor (Includes #2 thru 6) 1 12 35! 0t

Gasket, Air Cleaner 2 12 755 60

Carburetor Assembly 3 12 411 01

(For Information Only- Not 4 12 041 10

Available Separately) 5 12 017 01

(includes Key Numbers 12 thru 27) 12 0t7 02

Gasket, Carburetor (2) 6 12 016 01

Spring, Choke Return 12 016 02

Linkage, Choke 7 12 146 13

Deflector, Heat 8 12 468 05

Clamp, Hose (2) 9 1211213

Line, Fuel, 9" 10 12 086 15

Filter, Fuel

Clip, Cable 11

Screw, Ground Wire 12

Sleeve, Insulating 13

Needle, idle, Fuel Adjust 14

Spring, Idle Fuel 15

Screw, Idle Speed Adjust 16

Spring, Idle Speed

Plate, Throttle 17

Screw, Throttle Plate (2) 18

Shaft, Throttle with Lever and Seal 19

Shaft, Choke 20

Spring, Choke 21

P_ate, Choke 22

Jet, Main 23

Kit, Float

Gasket, Bowl 24

Bowl, Fuel 25

Kit, Solenoid Assembly 26

(Includes Key Number 7) 27

Gasket, Bowl Retainer Screw

Nut, Carburetor M6 x 1.0 (2)

Washer, Plain 1/4

Washer, Internal Tooth 1/4

Stud, Carburetor M6 x 1.0 x 110 (2)

29 12 041 06

30 M-0641060

31 X-25-63

32 X-22-11

33 M-0629122

NO-[ ILLUSTRATED

-- 12 041 01 Gasket, Carburetor

-- 12 757 03 Kit, Carburetor Repair

= - 12 518 05 Lead, Solenoid, B_ack, 5", 14

Gauge, Uninsulated Push-On Tabs

- - 41 518 34 Lead, Ground, Green, 5", 18 Gauge

Insulated Grip Barrel Eyelets

12 089 01

12 173 01

12 755 03

X-426_9

12 326 03

M-0645020

12 096 07

235011

24 032 05

M-0640034

24 194 01

24 186 03

M-0545010

12 018 01

24 402 02

12 318 09

X-75-23

Lifter, Valve (2)

Kit, Cylinder Head

Rod, Push (2)

Gasket, Cylinder Head

Valve, Intake, Standard Size

Valve, _ntake, .25" Oversize

Valve, Exhaust, Standard

Valve, Exhaust, _25" Oversize

Plate, Guide

Washer, Plain 13/32

Spacer, Head Bolt Exhaust Port

Screw, Cylinder Head

Mr0 x 1.5 x 80 (5)

Spring, Valve (2)

Cap, Valve Spring (2)

Kit, Retainer (2)

Clamp, Hose (2)

Hose, Breather

Screw, Valve Cover

M6 x 1.0 x 20 (5)

Cover, Valve with Nipple

Retainer, Spring

Seal, Valve Stem

Screw, Rocker Arm M6 x 1 x 34 (2)

Pivot, Rocker Arm (2)

Arm, Rocker (2)

Screw, Breather Reed Retainer

MSx0.8 x 10

Retainer, Breather Reed

Reed, Breather

Head, Cylinder

Plug, Pipe, Allen Head 1/8

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAI P!PARTS

TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15$, TYPE NUMBER PS°41525

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

iGNITION /ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPT!ON NO. NO, DESCRIP_ON

DESCRIPTION

1 12 086 14 Screw, Flywheel M10 x 1.5 × 45.8 1 12 032 03

2!2 468 03 Washer, Flywheel 2 12 522 18

3 12 !62 03 Screen, Grass 3 12 445 02

4 M-0639016 Screw, Fan M6 x 1 x 13 (4) 4 M-0839025

5 1211201 Spacer, Fan (4) 5 1238003

6 12 157 02 Fan 6 12 755 49

7 X-42-15 Key 7 !2 089 18

8 12 025 25 Flywheel Assembly 8 t2 422 08

9 4! 155 02 Connector (4 Contact) !2 422 09

10 M-0548025 Screw, Stator Mounting t2 422 10

M5 x 0.8 x 25 (2) 12 422 11

11 M-0545010 Screw, Stator Harness Clip 12 422 !2

M5 x 0.8 x 10 (2) 12 422 t3

12 12 154 02 Clip, Stator Harness 12 422 07

13 12 085 03 StatorAssembly 9 12 !44 !9

14 12 132 02 Spark Plug 10 12 874 07

15 X-728-1 Clip, Cable 12 874 08

16 12 584 01 Module, Ignition 12 874 09

17 SM-0545020 Screw, Ignition Module 11 12 018 02

M5x0.8x20(2) 12 12 108 07

12 108 08

NOT _LLUSTRATED 12 108 09

- - 12 518 01 Lead, White, Ground To Kill (19", 13 12 067 05

18 Gauge, Fully Insulated Push-on 12 067 06

Tab and Uninsu_ated Push-on Tab 14 12 380 01

Terminals) 15 12 043 05

16 M-0631005

OIL PAN /LUBRICATION 17 12 144 02

18 52 !39 09

KEY PART 19 1275564

NO. NO.

12 038 01

2 25 755 13

3 12 153 03

4 12 153 02

5 12 123 04

6 SM-0545020

7 12 153 01

8 25 162 07

9 12 096 03

10 M-0545016

11 M-1039025

12 12 126 02

13 12 089 03

14 12 462 01

15 12 2O8 01

16 12 050 01

17 X-75-10

18 12 393 01

19 12 032 04

20 12 096 02

21 M-0545018

Dipstick Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 2 and 3)

Kit, Oil Fill Cap (Includes Key #3)

O-Ring, Dipstick

O-Ring, Upper Oil Fil{ Tube

Tube, Oi! Fill

Screw, Oil Fill Tube M5 x 0.8 x 20

O-Ring, Lower Oil Fill Tube

Screen, Oil Pick-up

Cover, Oil Pick-up Screen

Screw, Screen Cover

Screw, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Bracket M10 x 1.5 ×25

Bracket, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Spring, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Piston, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Body, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Filter, Oil

Plug, Square Head, Solid 3/8 NPTF

Oil Pump Assembly

O-Ring, Oi_ Pump Cover

Cover, OilPump

Screw, Oil Pump Cover

M5 x 0.8 x 16 (3)

Sea!, Oil (P.T.O. End)

Screw, Oil Pan M8 x 1.25 x 45 (12)

Pan, Oil

22 12 032 03

23 SM-0839045

24 12 199 3O

20 12 144 24

21 X-25-102

22 12 032 01

23 BM-0631015

24 12 154 05

Seal, Crankshaft

Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block)

Strap, Lifting

Screw, Lifting Strap M8 x 1.25 x 22

Dowel, Locating (4)

Kit, Camshaft (Includes Key #7 & 8)

Spring, Actuating

Shim, Camshaft, Blue

Shim, Camshaft, Red (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Yellow (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Green (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Grey (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, Black (A.R.)

Shim, Camshaft, White (A.R.)

Shaft, Balance

Piston w/Ring Set, Standard

Piston wiRing Set .25" Oversize

Piston w/Ring Set .50" Oversize

Retainer, Piston Pin (2)

Ring Set, Standard

Ring Set .25" Oversize

Ring Set .50" Oversize

Connecting Rod, Standard

Connecting Rod .25" Oversize

Pin, Governor Regulating

Gear, Governor Assembly

Washer, Governor Gear Thrust

Shaft, Governor Gear

Hug, Cup

Kit, Shaft, Governor Cross, with

Clip (Includes Key #20 and 24)

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 1t4

Seal, Governor Cross Shaft

Washer, Governor Shaft

Clip, Hitch Pin

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON

M-0839070

25 098 03

12 755 54

!2 227 06

45 170 03

82 755 28

12 227 tl

12 086 25

Screw, Starter

M8 x 1.25 x 70 (2)

Starter Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8)

KiL Drive End

Cap, Drive End

Armature

Kit, Brush and Spring

End Cap, Commutator

Screw, Hex Flange

1/4-20 x 4-5/8 (2)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

CE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SIGHTING "" _.

ONLY RiDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HiLL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

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

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.

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.256544

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

15.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has

its own model number.

The model number for your tractor wilI be found on the

model plate located under the seat.

The model number for your engine will be found on the

blower housing of the engine.

All parts Iisted 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 - 917.256544

•ENGINE MODEL NO. -0V15S-41526

•PART NUMBER

PART 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.

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